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August 10, 2011
Our flag football program is growing by leaps and bounds and we have extended our deadlines for fall sign up to September 11. Register today and join us as we bring the Michigan Flag Football into Howell to help us build this exceptional program. We'll be playing out at the Genoa Township Athletic Fields and all participants get a really cool NFL reversable jersey when they participate. See below for more details.
Also, the 34th Annual Melon Run will be on August 19th and the Howell Parks and Recreation Authority is looking for people interested in being a volunteer at this event. All volunteers will receive a complimentary t-shirt and food the evening of the race. If you would like to be a volunteer please call (517) 546-0693 ext. 0. We will be holding a volunteer meeting on Wednesday, August 17 at 6 p.m. at the Bennett Recreation Center. Come and join us.
P.S. If you like what you see, please take a minute to to your friends, family, and other parks and recreation enthusiasts and encourage them to subscribe by joining our mailing list! News and information from the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority will be forwarded to you each and every Wednesday.
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| Fall-Winter 2011/2012 New Brochure Online |
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Check out the Fall-Winter 2011/2012 brochure on our website at www.howellrecreation.org. We are very excited about the many new programs that are being offered and we hope you will be too. So visit our website and start signing up for classes today! Keep an eye out for the brochure in your mailbox within the next week. |
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Fall Soccer |
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Last Call for Fall Soccer Registation!
Sign up this week and the late registration fee will be waived!
With the Howell Parks and Recreation Authority expanded facilities we are offering leagues on Saturday's for people who aren't available to participate in our traditional week day leagues. These leagues will be still be 8 weeks. League will consist of 3 practices times at 1 and a half hours and 5 games. This program is designed to teach young players the game of soccer. Your child will become more familiar with skills such as dribbling, passing, receiving and more. Practices and games will be played on weekday evenings. Random placement determines all teams. Teams are co-ed. Volunteer coaches are needed for this league. Coaches will receive a voucher for helping coach. Deadline to register is July 30. A $10.00 late fee will be added to any registration after this date.
Weekday League costs $49 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $68 for Marion Township and Genoa Township residents, and $98 for non-residents. The Saturday League costs $38 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $53 for Marion and Genoa Township residents, and $76 for non-residents.
Pre-K
4800.014 8 weeks M/W 8/22-10/12 5:45pm & 7:15pm
4800.015 8 weeks SAT 8/27-10/22 9:00am
Kindergarten
4800.016 8 weeks M/W 8/22-10/12 5:45pm & 7:15pm
4800.017 8 weeks SAT 8/27-10/22 9:00am
1st/2nd Grade
4800.018 8 weeks T/TH 8/23-10/13 5:45pm & 7:15pm
4800.019 8 weeks SAT 8/27-10/22 10:45am
3rd/4th Grade
4800.020 8 weeks M/W 8/22-10/12 5:45pm & 7:15pm
4800.021 8 weeks SAT 8/27-10/22 12:30pm
5th/6th Grade
4800.022 8 weeks T/TH 8/23-10/13 5:45pm & 7:15pm
4800.023 8 weeks SAT 8/27-10/22 9:00am
For more information, or to register, please call 517/ 546-0693 ext. 0 or visit our website at: www.howellrecreation.org
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Pooch Posse |
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Downtown Pooch Posse
Saturday, September 10
11:00am-3:00pm
The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority, the Humane Society of Livingston County and Gleaners Food Bank invite you to be a part of the 1st Annual Downtown Pooch Posse. The event is a pledge driven, family friendly dog walk. The funds raised at this event will care for and feed homeless animals and animals in need throughout Livingston County. This event will bring hundreds of people with their 4-legged friends to Downtown Howell. Walkers will collect pledges for HSLC and pet food donations for GFB. The Downtown Pooch Posse will honor the memory of Jeannine MacDonald, former owner of Lady Rebecca's of Thistledown. Jeannine was a passionate advocate for Downtown Howell, animal lover, and supporter of GFB. The walk starts at Page Field, winds through Downtown Howell, continues to West Street Park, and back to Page Field. At the finish, the walkers and their animals will enjoy refreshments, entertainment, contests, and be able to browse through merchant booths. All pre-registrants receive a doggie bag of goodies. Pre-register before September 8th.
On the day of the event all brands of canned and bagged pet food for both dogs and cats will be accepted by Gleaners Food Bank.
All monetary donations can be made to:
Humane Society of Livingston County/LAPP Program
PO Box 2213 Howell, MI 48844
(Please make checks payable to the Humane Society of Livingston County)
$50 in pledges: receive a T-shirt
$75 or more in pledges: receive a Dog Tag, a T-Shirt, and a chance to enter for giveaways
$10 per person
$25 per family
($5 late registration fee after September 7th)
Please call (517) 546-0693 ext. 0 or visit us online at www.howellrecreation.org to register.
Also visit us on August 28th and September 4th at the Howell Farmer's Market for more information about this event. |
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Movies Under the Stars |
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Watch your favorite movies under the stars on the big inflatable outdoor screen at Howell City Park this Friday, August 12th ! Bring your sleeping bags, lawn chairs, or favorite blanket. Each night will include your fun activities prior to showing the movie. So tell your neighbors and friends not to miss out on the fun!
Movies start at dusk (typically around 9:30pm). If the weather is uncooperative, shows will be canceled and will not be rescheduled. There will be a chance to win a framed large theatrical movie poster of that evenings showing. Concessions will be available.
The next movie is "Toy Story 3" and will be shown on Friday, August 12th.
For more information, please call 517/ 546-0693 ext. 0 or go to our website at: www.howellrecreation.org |
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Boat Launch Closed |
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The City of Howell Boat Launch will be closed to the public on Monday, August 15th due to the launch of the cruise boat for the Melon Festival. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. There will also be closures of the Howell City Park and the Boat Launch beginning on Friday, August 19th at 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. to accomodate the 34th Annual Melon Run.
For more information about any of these closures, please contact the Howell Parks & Recreation office at 517/546-0693. |
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Howell Sea Serpents |
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The Howell Sea Serpents is a year-round, competitive USA Swimming team. The program is designed for all swimmers ages 5-18 who want to reach their individual potential in age-group competitive swimming. Our experienced, USA Swimming-certified coaches encourage fitness, safety and teamwork while helping to develop and refine proper stroke technique in all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breast stroke and butterfly). Swimmers are grouped by ability for practices, and all swimmers have the opportunity to swim in meets. As a member team of USA Swimming and Michigan Swimming, the Sea Serpents participate in USA Swimming sanctioned meets held throughout the year in southeast Michigan. Experienced swimmers may also advance to compete in both State and National competition with qualifying times.
For more information about the Howell Sea Serpents, visit www.leaguelineup.com/howellseaserpents or send an email to hssswim@gmail.com
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Flag Football |
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The Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority is excited to partner with Michigan Youth Flag Football to provide a Flag Football and Cheerleading experience that this area has never seen! Michigan largest NFL youth flag football and cheerleading organization is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2011 season.
For more information on this program please visit http://www.michiganyouthflagfootball.com or call 248/454-9700. |
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Howell Parks and Recreation Authority is looking for an instructor to teach an Off Roading Vehicle safety class. If you are interested please call Beth Schrader at (517) 546-0693. |
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| Howell Recreation Preschool |
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 Enroll your child today in one of these active, high energy classes which offer positive parent-child experiences and a love of learning. Your child will enjoy music, art, dramatic play, storytelling and much, much more! Each class is prepared to be a quality learning experience. Children will investigate the world around them using hands on activities as well as field trips and community visitors. Our program is well established and our teachers are certified with over 11 years experience.
Our programs are based on the belief that children learn through their interaction with adults, other children and their environment. Supportive interactions lead the child to a positive self-image that will provide a sound basis for all subsequent learning. Our programs focus on the whole child. They are designed to enhance social, emotional, cognitive, physical and creative growth. We emphasize the importance of working cooperatively with parents to achieve this goal.
Schedule of Operation
Preschool begins the week of September 12, 2011 and follows closely the Howell Public Schools holiday and inclement weather closings. The last day of school will be May 24, 2012.
Registration Deposit
There is a $50 non-refundable registration deposit to secure a spot.
4333.001
Monday, Wednesday and Friday Preschool (3 to 5 years of age)
9:30am to 12:00pm
$135 resident monthly/$174 non-resident monthly
$1,215 resident yearly/ $1,575 non-resident yearly
4333.003
Tuesday and Thursday Preschool (3 to 5 years of age)
9:15am-1:00pm
$135 resident monthly/$174 non-resident monthly
$1,215 resident yearly/ $1,575 non-resident yearly
4333.005
Tuesday and Thursday Extended Day Preschool (ages 3 to 5)9:30am to 2:00pm (must bring a lunch & a drink)
$200 resident monthly/$240 non-resident monthly
$1,800 resident yearly/$2,160 non-resident yearly
Resident rates apply to the City of Howell, Oceola Township, Marion Township, and Genoa Township residents. All other townships must pay the non-resident rate.
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| Classic Game Day |
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What's Up With Amateur Astronomy |
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 The emphasis is on enjoyment as we help beginners experience the wonders of the night sky. Some time will be devoted to actual observation using just our eyes, binoculars and a good amateur telescope (Weather permitting). Students needing help with their own scopes are welcome to bring them along, but no personal equipment is required. Students should dress in layers in case we get an opportunity to observe outside.
Class takes place Wednesday, August 17 through Wednesday, August 31 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Barnard Community Center. Cost is $20 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $28 for Genoa and Marion Township residents, and $40 for non-residents.
Call to register today at 517/ 546-0693 ext. 0 or online at: www.howellrecreation.org
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| 34th Annual Howell Melon Run |
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 Join the community tradition of the 34th Annual Melon Run on August 19. This is one of the most scenic and beautiful run/walks through residential streets, historic Lakeview Cemetery, and Howell City Park. And new in 2011, we have certified our race distances for both the 5K and the 10K. The race starts and finishes in Downtown Howell. Onsite registrations, post race awards, and refreshments (like melon ice cream) will all take place on State Street. Bring the whole family to enjoy all the special events including the Melon Roll, 1/4 mile Tot Trot, Melon Dash, One Mile Fun Run/Walk, 5K and 10K. Parking is available at the Barnard Community Center and on residential streets surrounding Downtown. Early entry fee deadline is midnight on 8/18. Mailed applications must be postmarked by 8/15. Please indicate t-shirt size during registration. T-shirt not guaranteed on late registration. A security area will be provided for all runners during race.
Site: Downtown Howell, corner of State and Clinton Streets
(ages 2-5)
4500.005 Melon Roll $2 per child 6:00pm
(ages 8 & under)
4500.006 Tot Trot Free 6:15pm
(all ages)
4500.007 Melon Dash $2 per person 6:30pm
4500.008 1 Mile $10 early/$15 late 6:45pm
4500.009 5 K $25 early/$30 late 7:00pm
4500.010 10 K $25 early/$30 late 7:00pm
To register please call 517/ 546-0693 ext. 0 or visit our website at: www.howellrecreation.org
Special thanks to our corporate sponsors:
Tanger Outlets of Howell
MediLodge of Howell
Key Plastics
Citizen's Insurance
Buffalo Wild Wings
Hubbell, Roth & Clark
Meijers
Pepsi
Dr. Fuhst-Wylie and Kahn
Peter Bowen
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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 third Tuesday at the Bennett Recreation Center at 7pm.
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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| Contact Information
517/546-0693
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