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April 29, 2009
Our goal is to provide recreational programming for all ages and abilities, so we have added a new category to our program listings - Theraputic Recreation - that will help everyone who wants to participate take advantage of our programs.
The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority's new therapeutic recreation program provides sports, recreation, and leisure services to citizens in our community with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. This new program allows us to work with participants to enhance their health, independence and well-being. Services include therapeutic recreation programs and adaptive sports opportunities, which address the special needs of individuals with disabilities who have difficulty accessing and
participating in recreation opportunities offered to the general public.
Under the direction of Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Sarah Mallets, activities and services are designed to maintain or improve the physical, cognitive and social functioning of those who have limitations. Target population is children and adults, ages 3 and up, with any type of disability.
As we move forward, please feel free to contribute ideas for classes and activities. With your help we will continue to add to these listings in the future. For more information on our new program initiatives, please visit our website at www.howellrecreation.org 
Deborah E. Mikula
Director
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Twilight Tours of Lakeview Cemetery |
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Howell's history comes to life! Costumed citizens of the past tell of their lives and times on this twilight lantern tour of Howell's beautiful Lakeview Cemetery. Learn of the way it used to be, how life was "way back when," and about the people who shaped the character of our town. Tours will begin every 15 minutes and last approximately 1 hour. When you register, please indicate the time you would like to begin your tour. This tour will resurrect the successful October tour from last year.
Tours will be Friday, May 15, or Saturday, May 16 with tours starting at 5:15pm and ending at 8:00pm. Tour begin at Lakeview Cemetery(Corner of Roosevelt and Madison).
Cost will be $10 for adults, $8 for students, $8 per person for groups of 10 or more.
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Summer Day Camp Open House |
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Summer Day Camp Open House
Enjoy a free afternoon to check out our facilities, get your questions answered and meet our extraordinary camp staff.
We'll have hot dogs, chips and drinks.
Come on out and join us!
Saturday, June 13th
12pm to 2pm
Barnard Community Center
415 N. Barnard St., Howell |
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Enroll Now for Summer Day Camp! |
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 The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority is once again gearing up for some outrageous fun! We offer ten full weeks of Summer Day Camp. Each week is jam packed with a variety of activities and non-stop fun to keep children ages 5-10 active throughout the summer months. Bring your friends and meet new ones while participating in fun and creative activities like sports, games, swimming, archery, fishing, computers, team building, cookouts, foam machine, slip-n-slides, arts, crafts and more! Each week will have its own unique theme and we place special emphasis on character development (caring, honesty, respect and responsibility) rolling it into every activity. We will start each day at the Barnard Community Center which is located in downtown Howell. And every afternoon (weather permitting) we will take a short hike to Howell City Park to lay in the sun and play in the water on Thompson Lake. Campers are required to bring their own lunch and drink each day to camp; we will however have snacks and drinks to keep their energy up throughout the day. Howell Recreation Summer Day Camp offers you the opportunity to enroll your kids for the entire summer or pick the weeks that work best for you. Camp will begin at 9am and end at 4pm. For those working parents we offer the option to add our AM or PM extenders to your child's summer camp day. AM extender begins at 7am and the PM extender goes until 6pm. Our mature counselors and staff are carefully selected, trained, screened and have outgoing and caring personalities.Low ratios ensure that each camper receives personal attention from our counselors. Space is limited, so register today!
Weekly Rates Times Resident/Non-ResidentBase Camp 9am-4pm $150/week $175/week AM Extender 7am-9am $17/week $25/week PM Extender 4pm-6pm $17/week $25/week Call today and register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
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Mothers Day Vase |
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 Students (ages 5-13) will paint and decorate a glass vase, using stained-glass paint and jewels. Then they can choose from a selection of artificial flowers to fill the vase. This will be the perfect Mother's Day gift!
Class will be held on Saturday, May 2, from 10:00am-11:00am and at the Barnard Community Center. Cost will be $13 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $18 for Marion and Genoa Township residents and $26 for non-residents. Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
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Watercolor Painting |
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 This is a watercolor class for beginners and those with some painting experience. Beginners will learn basic watercolor techniques. More advanced students will learn how to improve their paintings by studying composition, value and use of color. A $45 supply fee is due to instructor first class. Students will keep the supplies. Please contact the instructor before first session if NO supplies are needed.
Classes will be held on Tuesdays, May 5-June 23, 10:00am-12:00pm, at the Barnard Community Center.
Cost will be $95 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $133 for Marion and Genoa Townships residents, and $190 for non-residents.
Call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 to register or online at:
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Cardio Kick & Tone |
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 Ready to sweat cardio class - a combination of basic aerobics, kickboxing and toning. This class will be geared toward any fitness level from beginner all the way to advanced, but not a lot of fancy moves.
This class starts with a warm up and moves into approx. 35 minutes of cardio to include marching, jumping, jogging, kicks, knees, twists, punches and more, focusing on the whole body. The class ends
with a cool down, leg work and core.
Class will be held on Mondays, May 11-June 29 and or Wednesdays May 13-June 24 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Barnard Community Center. Register for both days and you will receive a $5 discount.
Cost will be $30 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $42 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, and $60 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
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Boater Safety |
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 Because boating is often a family activity, all members of the family are encouraged to attend. Topics to be covered include: safe boating practices, State of Michigan legal requirements and regulations,boating skills and terminology. This is a Department of Natural Resources approved course and satisfies the State of Michigan requirements for a Michigan Boater Safety Certificate.
Class will be held on Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, May 4,5 & 7, from 6:30pm-9:00pm at the Barnard Community Center.
Cost will be $20 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $28 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, and $40 for non-residents.
Call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 to register or online at:
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Beginner & Intermediate Belly Dance |
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Beginner Belly Dance
Come learn the basic foundation for belly dance movements that are broken down into simple steps. Focus is on muscle isolation. You will learn to control and develop all major muscle groups with extra
attention paid to your core muscles. Please wear comfortable clothing to class. Class is taught by Shetan Noir, an award winning belly dancer who performs all over Michigan. You will learn movements such
as hip figure 8's, stomach rolls, shimmies, snake arms and traveling steps.
Class will be held Mondays, May 4-June 1 from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Barnard Community Center.
Intermediate Belly Dance with Prop & Improv Work
Learn to incorporate props such as veils, canes and poi. Class time will also be spent learning to improv to different music selections and advanced belly dance techniques will be introduced. Students are
encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle to class. The instructor is Shetan Noir,an award winning belly dancer who performs all other Michigan. Prop kits may be purchased from
instructor on first night of class for $25. Each kit will contain veil, cane and two poi.
Class will be held Mondays, May 4-June 1 from 7:10pm-8:15pm at the Barnard Community Center.
Cost for these classes will be $20 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $28 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, and $40 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
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Dog First Aid |
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 The dog first aid presentation incorporates training with the new "Dog First Aid, Be Red Cross Ready Safety Series Vol. 2" book. Dog First Aid is a quick reference guide building first aid skills andproviding guidance for emergency situations involving dogs until veterinary care is available.
Class will be held on Thursday, May 5, from 6:00pm-9:00pm and held at American Red Cross, 1372 W. Grand River
Cost will be a $45 flat fee.
Call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or register online at:
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Jump For It! |
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 Jump rope is good for the mind and the body, and is one of the most overlooked forms of exercise. Our purpose is to inspire, motivate, and educate children through the unlimited opportunities that jump rope provides. Goals include promoting physical fitness and fostering confidence, responsibility, and leadership. In this class you will learn the basic skills of single rope, double dutch, and other fun routines. Please wear shorts, a t-shirt, and gym shoes. A jump rope is also required, you can either bring your own, or they will be available for purchase for $5-$12.
Class will be held on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9 from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Bennett Recreation Center, 925 W. Grand River.
Cost will be $55 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $77 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, and $110 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
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