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June 15, 2011
Changes are afoot at the Howell Parks & Rec and we are saddened to be losing a number of our wonderful, dedicated staff members, but also happy that a good portion of their lives have made our organization such a worthwhile place to work. Our two front office staff members will both be leaving us very soon and we want to publicly thank them for jobs well done. Long-time marketing administrative assistant, Sara Slagell and our finance administrative assistant, Danielle Allen are both off to new adventures and we wish them much happiness, health and prosperity in the years to come.
Change is never easy, but we've embraced it and while this is a somewhat sad time for us, it also opens up a marvelous opportunity for others that would like to become a part of our staff. We are seeking qualified individuals who would like to become a part of our great staff including: Administrative Assistant - Finance; Administrative Assistant - Marketing/Communications; Teen Center Director and Building/Site Supervisors. Please click on any of the job titles above (also available on our homepage at www.howellrecreation.org) for a more thorough job description. Please send a cover letter and resume to Deborah E. Mikula, Parks and Recreation Director at dmikula@howellrecreation.org by Friday, July 8, 2011 for consideration for any of the above positions. EOE
Deborah E. Mikula
Director
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| 9th Annual Howell Independence Day Aquathlon |
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The Howell Independence Aquathlon is a unique multi-sport event which includes a 2K run, 750M swim and a final 2K run. Run takes place thru the Howell City Park and beautiful Lakeview Cemetery; swim portion takes place in Thompson Lake off of Howell City Park. We also have a one mile Open Water Swim. Awards will be given to all finishers of the events. Come enjoy the beautiful Howell City Park at Thompson Lake and these unique events. The all inclusive price allows you to participate in both events or choose one. **Registrations taken on-line, by phone and in person before 7/1/2011, $30.00 ($10.00 rebate for USAT members) $35.00 day of event.**
Sunday, July 3, Check-in begins at 8:00am, Open Water begins at 9:00am, Aquathlon begins at 10:00am.
Call to register today! 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org
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Beginning Kid's Kayaking and Beginning Canoe |
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Discover the fun of kayaking on Thompson Lake this summer. We start with a brief lesson on how to successfully enter, exit and paddle a kayak. Next we will adventure out into the beautiful and scenic Thompson Lake and enjoy a short kayaking adventure. Kayak's are a one person craft. We welcome families with children ages 10 and up. Daily park admission will be required unless participant has an annual park pass. At completion of the class, each participant will receive a discount coupon to kayak at Heavner Canoe Rental in Milford.
Class will be Saturday, July 9 OR Tuesday, July 12, 9:30am-12:30pm and held at Thompson Lake at the Howell City Park.
Cost is $42 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $58 for Marion and Genoa Township residents and $84 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org
Discover the fun of canoeing on Thompson Lake this summer. We start with a brief lesson on how to successfully enter, exit and paddle a canoe. Next we will adventure out into the beautiful and scenic Thompson Lake and enjoy a short adventure. Each canoe will seat two people. We welcome families with children ages 10 and up. Daily park admission will be required unless participant has an annual park pass. At completion of the class, each participant will receive a discount coupon to canoe at Heavner Canoe Rental in Milford.
Class will be Saturday, July 23, 9:30am-12:30pm and held at Thompson Lake at Howell City Park.
Cost will be $25 for City of Howell and Oceola Township, $35 for Marion and Genoa Township, $50 for non-residents
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org
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Marion Disc Golf Course Grand Opening |
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 The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority is ready to cut the ribbon and open the first 18-hole disc golf course in Livingston County. On Saturday, June 18 at 10 a.m. there will be a ribbon cutting at Marion Township Park #2 located at 2877 W. Coon Lake Road to celebrate the installation. Complimentary food and beverages will be available from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. so come out and enjoy a morning of active recreation. The Marion Disc Golf Course was designed by Jim Davis from Envision Disc Golf and will be open for play year-round from dawn to dusk for free. All holes are considered par 3 and players must provide their own discs.
Funding provided by an anonymous donation and corporate hole sponsorships including Pure and Simple Catering, Matt Kelly, and Lowry Computer Products Inc.
Marion Disc Golf Course was Built and Installed in May 2011 exclusively by Community Volunteers. Thank you to those that helped build this course:
John Amos
Jacob Bolton
Jim Brown
Jim Davis
Barry Devet
Bob Hanvey
Andrew Hughes
Matt Hummel
Larry Kobylarz
Chris Leo
Jon Ludwig
Steve Manor
Ben Marhofer
Dave Masters
Debbie Mikula
Richard Mikula
Tim Mikula
Jeff Rulason
Cody Tidwell
Roy Tidwell
Paula Wyckoff
Disc golf is a game in which individual players throw a flying disc into a basket or at a target. The object of the game is to traverse the course from beginning to end in the fewest number of throws of the disc. The competitor who plays the round in the fewest throws is the winner. For full game rules visit www.PDGA.com
Players must provide their own discs
The Marion Disc Golf Course is open for play from dawn to dusk.
All holes at Marion Disc Golf Course are par 3
Do not throw in the direction of people, animals, or vehicles.
Wait until the hole/fairway is clear before you proceed with your throw.
Allow faster players to play through.
All paved roads and water are considered out of bounds. A one stroke penalty shall be added to your score.
Please help to keep the course clean for all to enjoy by placing trash in the receptacles provided.
Dogs are permitted, but must be on a leash at all times. Please clean up after them.
No smoking permitted on the course.
No alcoholic beverages permitted on township property.
Play at your own risk. Please be mindful of others and use good judgement to keep everyone safe.
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Zumba Dance |
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 Zumba is a fusion of Latin & international music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast & slow rhythms that tone & sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance to maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps.
Class will be held Monday, June 27, 7:00pm-8:00pm and held at the Barnard
Cost will be $25 for City of Howell and Oceola Township, $35 for Marion and Genoa Township, $50 for non-residents
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org
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Lacrosse Clinic |
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The Lacrosse Clinics emphasis is on developing and improving all lacrosse skills and techniques. Each day we will cover individual skills such as: Stick-work, shooting, dodging, face-offs, and defense as well as team concepts such as settled and transition offensive and defensive strategies. There will also be fun, controlled and instructive scrimmages each day.
ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT. Mandatory equipment includes: Helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, mouth guard, cleats arm pads and stick. Goalies must have all required equipment as well as chest protector, throat guard and athletic cup. Athletic cup suggested for all. Grades 4-9.
July 18-July 22, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm OR 1:00pm-4:00pm. Located at Page Field.
Cost will be $220 per child
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org |
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How to Search Using Google |
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Winthin 3 hours you will be able to find anything on Google. Learn how to be very specific in your Google searches. Learn why selected search results appear at the top of Google searches. Bring a rough draft of what you want to search for. Must have basic computer knowledge & know how to use the mouse.
Class will be Saturday, June 25, 1:00pm-4:00pm and held at the Bennett Recreation Center.
Cost is $8 per person
Call today to register 5127/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at: www.howellrecreation.org
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| Fishing 101(ages 8 & up) |
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This course is for the beginning angler. The instruction includes the fundamentals of rod and reel handling, casting, knot tying, bait, tackle, clothing and types of game fish in Michigan. Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing pole. Poles will be provided for those who do not have one. This class is open for kids age 8 and up. Live bait will be provided.
Class will be Saturday, July 9, 1:00pm-2:30pm and held at Thompson Lake in the Howell City Park.
Cost is $42 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $58 for Marion and Genoa Township residents and $84 for non-residents.
Call today to register 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or online at:
www.howellrecreation.org |
| Showing "They Came to Cordura" |
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Come and enjoy this epic movie written by Glendon Swarthout, a Howell High School and University of Michigan graduate. The movie starring Gary Cooper, Rita Hayworth, Van Heflin & Tab Hunter is an impressive and important film. A timeless story of courage and cowardice set against the back drop of the 1916 war against Pancho Villa.
Friday, June 17, 2:00pm, this is a free event at the Howell Senior Center but donations will be excepted.
Questions?
Call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 |
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| Baseball/Softball Clinic |
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Don't let the dog days of summer end without another chance to lace up your spikes and hit the diamond. Karl Kling, former head coach at Concordia University and owner of Michigan Sports Academy-Livingston, and his staff will be looking forward to working with your son or daughter on the finer points of the game.This inlcudes: Hitting, defense and pitching. Each child will learn the correct approach to hitting from holding the bat all the way through the keys of a solid swing. The session will be action filled as the kids will be constantly on the move with drills, instruction and games.This clinic is great for those who play at all levels or are just learning the game for the first time.
Clinic will be Saturday, July 23, 9:00m-11:00am fror Grades 3-5 and
11:00am-1:00pm for Grades 6-8. And will be held
Cost is $30 for City of Howell and Oceola residents, $46 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, $60 for non-residents.
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| Howell Area Aquatic Center |
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Open Swims Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1-2:30pm for only $3 each
Water & Land Aerobics with many options, early am, midday and evenings! Try our new classes this summer, with Body Sculpting, Cycling and Boot Camp at 7am Monday through Thursday. Attention seniors, keep that muscle and bone strength with our Arthritis classes in the water or Senior Stretch & Strength or Senior Circuit!
Springboard diving! Sign up for Mon & Wednesday evenings 7:30-8:30pm (7/11-8/3) or M & W am, 9-10:30am (6/20-7/18 or 7/20-8/17). Call the Aquatic Center to register today at 517-540-8355.
Lifeguard Training! Sign up for a certification course today, allowing you to qualify for a great part time job. From those interested we would pick a three hour block of time on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so call today to put your name on our interest list. Minimum of 6 required.
Its not too late to sign up for any of our swim lessons, call or check online today for your opportunity to learn to swim at the Howell Area Aquatic Center! 517-540-8355 or www.howellrecreation.org |
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Detroit Zoo Tickets |
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We are excited to announce that Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority has joined the Detroit Zoo's Tickets & More Online Discount Program! Interested individuals may purchase discounted tickets for the Detroit Zoo over the Internet with the added convenience of printing your tickets at home and then presenting them at the Zoo entrance. Purchasing tickets has never been easier!
What's more, a portion of your ticket purchase will support Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority as we create community through people, parks and programs.
You may purchase tickets online immediately by visiting your exclusive Detroit Zoo Tickets & More Discount Online Program ticket store by clicking on the special Detroit Zoo button on our site, www.howellrecreation.org
We hope you and your family enjoy the Detroit Zoo this season!
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| Classic Film & Lunch Series |
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Come and enjoy this classic film starring Bette Davis and Anne Baxter. At an awards dinner, Eve Harrington the newest and brightest star on Broadway is being presented the Award for her breakout performance as Cora in Footsteps on the Ceiling. Theatre critic Addison DeWitt observes the proceedings and, in a sardonic voiceover, recalls how Eve's star rose as quickly as it did.
Thursday, June 28, 11:00am at the Bennett Recreation Center.
Cost is $5 per movie. Which includes a $2 discount for lunch at Diamonds, following the movie.
Questions call 517/546-0693 ext. 0 |
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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 9:15a.m.-1p.m. Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Barnard Community Center, 415 N. Barnard St. Teen Center Hours: Monday - Friday 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Other Hours as Scheduled
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517/546-0693
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