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November 24, 2010
At this time of thanksgiving, the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority recognized and honored all of their volunteers including seven key individuals at the 3rd Annual RECreation RECognition RECeption.
The annual award ceremony celebrates those that take the time to volunteer for the Authority and who have contributed to the success that we have enjoyed this past year. Supplementing the staff and the board are hundreds of volunteers, who have documented over 9120 hours, which calculates to over $183,000 in volunteer labor to the organization. The volunteers serve as the backbone of their programs.... from answering phones and coaching soccer/basketball/volleyball, helping at special events or cleaning up our parks, manning the front desk at the Senior Center or just making coffee, to staking trees for Holiday in the Park, being a re-enactor at the Twilight Tours of Lakeview Cemetery, to building a Buck Pole.
Seven key volunteers were honored for their additional contribution to the organization including:
Instructor of the Year: Paul Christensen
Teen of the Year: Leah Jacobs
Senior of the Year: Polly Austin
Organizational Volunteers of the Year: Boy Scout Troop 364
Coach of the Year: Eric and Janey Boeving
Corporate Sponsor of the Year: MediLodge of Howell
Volunteer of the Year: Tom Stombaugh
This group of individuals was honored for their commitment and passion to make the Howell community one of the best places to live, work and visit and to make the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority an outstanding contributor to the health and well-being of its citizens.
Happy Thanksgiving and thank you to all of our volunteers.
 Director
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| Winter Wonderland Day Camp |
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Mom & Dad may still have to work these four days so come one, come all to the WINTER WONDERLAND DAY CAMP. Round up your friends and have a ball. Come and join us as we explore the world around us. We will be outdoors doing a variety of science activities, art, group games and more. For ages 5-10.
Camp will meet Monday-Thursday. December 27-30, from 9:00am-4:00pm and held at the Barnard Community Center.
Cost will be $120 for City of Howell, Oceola, Marion and Genoa Township residents, $140 for non residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org |
| Stemmed Glasses & Holder |
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Paint two stemmed glasses and a holder that sits on a wine bottle quickly and easily with Award Winning, Certified instructor Donna Roskamp, ELITE OSCI Level II & HD Specialist will walk you through the steps as you complete all three pieces during class. The instructor provides all supplies. Adults & Teens are welcome. A material fee of $10.00 is payable to the instructor.
Class will be held Saturday, December 11, from 10:00am-12:00pm and held at the Barnard Community Center.
Cost will be $25 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $35 for Marion and Genoa Township residents and $50 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
http://www.howellrecreation.org/ |
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Boys Basketball (Grades 1-6) |
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Boys Basketball (grades 1-4)
Our youth basketball program is designed to teach young athletes the game of basketball. Players will become more familiar with skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. League consists of non-competitive games and practices, held at various elementary schools at either 6pm or 7pm. Deadline to register is Friday December 3. A $10 late fee will be added on all registrations after this date.
Site: Elementary School Gyms
1-2 Grade
8 weeks M/W 1/3-3/2 6:00pm or 7:00pm start time
3-4 Grade
8 weeks T/TH 1/4-3/3 6:00pm or 7:00pm start time
Boys Basketball (grades 5-6)
This league is designed to give players the opportunity to develop fundamental basketball skills and get them ready for the next level of play. Participants will have practices and competitive games at local middle schools. Deadline to register is December 3. A $10 late fee will be added after this date.
Site: Middle School Gyms
8 weeks T/TH 1/4-3/3 6:00pm or 7:00pm start time
Cost will be $49 for City of Howell residents, $68 for Marion and Genoa Township residents and $98 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext 0 or online at:
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Drop-In Land Exercise at the Aquatic Center! |
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Adaptive Chair Yoga
This Yoga for Everybody class is a series of carefully crafted yoga postures done from the comfort and support of a chair. This combination of breath work and stretches are suitable for those who have limited mobility. Yoga is a lovely stress buster and wonderful way to increase mobility and flexibility.
All of the benefits of traditional yoga are available to you. Come boost your energy and bring a flexible attitude.
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
M 9/13-4/4 10:30am-11:15am
Fitness Movez ("Zumba")
Fitness Movez combines high energy and motivational music with unique moves and combinations. This class is a fusion of Latin, Hip Hop and basic aerobic moves that will combine fast and slow rhythms to sculpt and tone your body. A workout that is great for both the body and the mind featuring a variety of muscle sculpting movements and fun dance steps.
Site: Howell Area Aquatic Center, 1224 W. Grand River
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
TH 9/9-4/7 6:15pm-7:15pm
* All classes are subject to minimum enrollment & could be cancelled if not met .
* All classes are subject to minimum enrollment & could be cancelled if not met.
Sculpt and Tone
Using dumbbells, resistive tubing, exercise balls and your body's own weight, we will strengthen and tone from head to toe. A great workout for beginner and experienced weight lifters. Please wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes.
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
M/W 9/8-4/6 4:30pm-5:30pm
Yoga for Wellness
Gentle flow style yoga to greet the day. Discover a renewed sense of strength, stability and flexibility while learning breathing techniques to counterbalance stress. Yoga creates a sense of ease as you learn to quiet your mind and become attuned to a joyful heart. Improved posture energizes the body and allows for comfort of movement in the joints. Bring a yoga mat, small blanket and H2O. Please arrive 10 minutes early to settle in.
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
W 9/7-4/6 9:00am - 10:00am
Yoga-lates
End your work week with this energizing class combining pilates and yoga. Move into" week end mode" by leaving the stress of work behind and focus your energy on you. We will strengthen core muscles and increase flexibility by fusing the power of pilates with the ease of yoga. Leave class feeling renewed and ready for whatever your weekend holds.
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
F 1/7-4/8 4:30-5:30 pm
Fitness Movez-Weights Combo
This hour long class starts with 30 minutes of exercises that are designed to create a range of motion in all major muscle groups. It will utilize weights, bands, the fitness balls and ab work. Followed by 30 minutes of feel good dance aerobics to keep up your heart rate while having fun, this class is a great choice for you!
Cost: $8 walk-in rate or punch card
T 9/7-4/5 6:15pm-7:15pm
All classes above held at the Howell Area Aquatic Center, 1224 W. Grand River, Call 517/540-8355 or 517/546-0693 for punch card information. Or go to www.howellrecreation.org
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| Trip to Genitti's Hole in the Wall |
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Come with us to Genitti's Hole-In-The-Wall, a comedy club in Northville. Your trip will include a guided tour of Northville and a stop at the Great Harvest Bread Co., a 7-course family style Italian luncheon (Italian wedding soup, garlic bread, pasta, antipasto salad, baked chicken with zucchini, Italian sausage with green peppers and onions, Italian steak with potatoes, and a cannoli for dessert.), and an interactive comedy show after lunch.
Trip will leave Thursday, January 13, departing from VG's at 9:45am.
Cost will be $81 per person.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org |
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Great Lakes Crossing Trip |
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Great Lakes Crossing is the market's dominant retail outlet and entertainment destination, attracting customers throughout the Midwest and Canada. With more than 160 manufacturer's outlets and traditional retail stores, Great Lakes Crossing is Michigan's only enclosed value-regional mall. Great Lakes Crossing has over 25 stores and restaurants that can't be found anywhere else in Michigan, including Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Disney Store Outlet, Rainforest Café, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Neiman Marcus Last Call Clearance Center, Victoria's Secret Outlet and Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, just to name a few!
This trip departs from the Bennett Recreation Center on December 2 at 2:00pm and is sponsored by Medilodge of Howell. Cost is $10.00 and dinner is not included in price of trip.
Call today 517/546-0693 ext 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org
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| Basics of Digital Photography |
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Learn the basics of digital photography, starting with your own camera. Class will cover the common features and functions of your camera and when to use them. It will also cover hardware and software that you will need to know to enjoy and make the most out of your digital camera. You will also learn to download, save and rename photos and how to resize files for different uses, like printing, e-mailing and web gallery. These simple steps will help you to vastly improve your photography. Please bring camera with manual, open mind and questions and samples of "bad" images (optional).
Taught by Richard Lim Photography.
Class will be held on Thursday, January 13, from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Bennett Recreation Center.
Cost will be $20 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $28 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, $40 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at: www.howellrecreation.org |
| Howell Area Aquatic Center |
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The Howell Area Aquatic Center will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25 to Sunday , Nov. 28, Happy Holidays to all! Group Cycling openings still available, so sign up today for classes starting the week of Nov. 29. Still seeking qualified applicants for immediate openings for lifeguards, apply at the Aquatic Center or call 517/540-8355. |
| Howell Ski & Snowboard Club |
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Skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities are invited to join the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club that is being coordinated by the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority. Weekly trips to Mt. Brighton will take place on Saturdays throughout the winter season for a discounted rate. You can't beat $15 for a Rope Tow Ticket compared to $29 for full price ticket at the window. Or the discounted rate for an All Area Lift Ticket of $21 compared to $36 for full price ticket at the window. Or ski rental rates of $17 compared to $25 at the window. If you are an avid skier or just want to learn, we can guarantee that we'll save you hundreds of dollars just by joining the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club!
Come and learn more about the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club on Wednesday, December 8 from 7-8 p.m. at the Bennett Recreation Center. We'll share information about how the club will operate, about lift ticket discounts, how to rent ski's, and more.
The initial cost to join the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club is $70 and this will cover a booklet of 4 rope tow tickets, and free lessons each week for those 8 years and over (for those younger than 8, group lessons need to be coordinated in advance.) $10 is payable to Howell Parks & Recreation Authority and $60 to Mt. Brighton. Booklets of 4 rope tow tickets after the initial membership will be $60/each.
Questions, call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 |
| Sports Ticket Opportunities |
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Red Wings Tickets
Join us for a night of Red Wings fun and excitement as a member of the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority! MRPA and the Detroit Red Wings are pleased to announce a special partnership for the 2010-2011 season! Special ticket savings are available for select games throughout the season for local families.
Go to this link to order tickets.
https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1005459-S1whlNKunt |
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| About the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority |
Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority Trustees
Todd Smith Chairman (Genoa Township)
Sean Dunleavy Vice-Chairman (Oceola Township)
Steve Manor (City of Howell)
Mike Peterson (Howell Public Schools)
Paula Wyckoff (Marion Township) | |
The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority was formed in 2006 and serves residents in the City of Howell, Oceola Township, Genoa Township and Marion Township. Our mission is to bring communities together to enrich lives by promoting active and healthy lifestyles. Public meetings are held every other month on the second Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Hours:
Bennett Recreation Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.
Front Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Senior Center Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Preschool Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m.-12 noon
Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Other Hours as Scheduled Barnard Community Center, 415 N. Barnard St. Teen Center Hours: Monday - Friday 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Other Hours as Scheduled |
| Contact Information
517/546-0693
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