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September 8, 2011
As we say goodby to our summer camp counselors and our entire beach staff, we welcome a number of new employees. Over the summer, we had a number of staffing changes and I want to take a moment to introduce you to the newest members of our team.
In the front office, Angela Dillman has joined us as our Administrative Assistant - Marketing, and Jen Savage has taken on the duties of Administrative Assistant - Finance. Both of these women have filled some mighty big shoes left by their predecessors and we are happy that they have joined us. On Friday's, Kari Wladischkin will move indoors and has been promoted from our tennis courts to our front office.
This year, the Howell Teen Center (which by the way opened again on the first day of school) is being led by Wendy Wawrzyniak and another new supervisor - Tim Church. We welcome both of them to the team as well.
When you have a chance, stop by and welcome them to Howell Recreation.
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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| 1st Annual Pooch Posse Dog Walk |
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Downtown Pooch Posse
Saturday, September 10th
11am - 3pm
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.
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.
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Aquatic Center Updates |
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Updates for the Howell Area Aquatic Center
Flick N' Floats are back at the HAAC, our first one of the school year is "Rio", showing on Friday, September 9th at 7pm. The cost is $4 per person.
Openings still available in our Learn to Swim program for classes that start September 10th, including Springboard Diving. Sign up online or call our office today at (517) 540-8355.
Workouts needed?? Come to the Aquatic Center for your complete workout needs, our FALL schedule is packed with both water and land workouts. Pick from Arthritis, Deep H20, Splash, H20 Circuit all in the water. On land choose from Yoga, Chair Yoga, Sculpt & Tone, Cycling, Circuit, Strength Training, Instructors Choice, Senior Stretch & Strength, Yogalates, Senior Circuit and our new Saturday afternoon circuit. Check out our schedule today at Aerobics!
Check out our amazing line up of new classes and times, from Snorkeling, SCUBA, and now Stand Up Paddleboard classes (SUP), choosing from beginner classes to fitness and yoga classes all on these wonderful boards.
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Teen Center Grand Re-Opening |
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The Teen Center's (415 N. Barnard St) grand re-opening first late night is Friday, September 9th.
Regular hours of operation are 2:30-6pm Monday through Friday.
The Teen Center also hosts "Late Nights" once a month on the 1st or 2nd Friday of every month from 6pm-10pm. There is a small fee collected for "Late Nights" to cover the costs of food and programs for the evening.
Other programs for October include:
Fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings October 3
Late Night sponsored by October 7
Buffalo Wild Wings
Halloween Party (6-9pm) October 28
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Elementary School Open Houses |
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Staff Members from Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority will be attending the Open Houses of Soutwest, Challenger, Northwest, Voyager, and Three Fires Elementary Schools on Thursday, September 8th from 6:00pm-7:30pm. If your children will be attending any of these elementary schools please visit our tables at the Open House to receive at special gift from Howell Parks and Recreation. Hope to see you there!
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| Headless Horseman 5K/10K on Facebook |
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You don't want to miss out on the 3rd Annual Headless Horseman 5K/10K on Saturday, October 22. Become a fan on our Headless Horseman facebook page for the most up to date information about our upcoming race, pictures and results and be the first to know about Contests and Giveaways we'll be doing! Click here to become a fan today! |
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| Downtown Howell Historic Tour & Lunch |
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Downtown Howell Historic Tour & Lunch
Thursday, Sept. 15
10:00am-2:00pm
Enjoy a leisurely walk down the path of history in the company of Jeri McKeon Andersen (co-author of "A Walk Through Time, Seven Walking Tours of Howell") whose research has unearthed a treasure of fascinating stories, both serious and light-hearted, about Howell and its people. The tour will focus on the architecture and history of
fourteen historically significant buildings. The Howell Downtown Historic District was just added to the National Register of Historic Places in Michigan. Also included are interior tours of the Howell Opera House, the Livingston County Courthouse, Howell Carnegie District Library and the Train Depot Museum. Lunch is included and will take place at Cleary's Pub on Grand River.
To register today call (517) 546-0693 or visit us at www.howellrecreation.org.
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Archery (ages 5 and up) |
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This program is designed to teach international style target archery. Core content of the program cover safety, technique, equipment, mental concentration, core strengthening, physical fitness, and self-improvement. Students shoot at 80cm bulls-eye targets. Equipment is
provided. The classes will be at Marion Township Hall. Cost is $40/$56/$80. The first classes begins Sept. 10th through Nov. 1st at 12:00pm-1:30pm.
There is a correction from last weeks e-newsletter. The location is NOT Marion Oak Golf Course the correct location is Marion Township Hall.
To register call (517) 546-0693 or visit our website at www.howellrecreation.org
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Boat Launch and Pavilion Rentals |
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This is a friendly reminder that you will continue to need either a daily pass or a seasonal sticker to use the Thompson Lake boat launch until Monday, October 31st.
The Howell City Park pavilions are also still available to be rented through October 31st. Rotary and May & Scofield Pavilions $100 on weekdays/$150 on weekends Small Pavilion $75 on weekdays/$100 on weekends.
Rental Times: 8:00am-11:00am
11:30am-3:30pm
4:00pm-8:00pm
Call the Howell Parks & Recreation Authority at 517/546-0693 ext. 0 to reserve your spot.
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NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition |
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NFL Punt, Pass, & Kick
Sunday, September 25th
2:00pm
On Sunday, September 25, the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority along with the Howell Varsity Football team will host NFL Punt, Pass and Kick. This competition is a chance to test your skills in punting, passing, and kicking. The competition is open to ages 5-15 at no cost. There are separate divisions for boys and girls ages: 5-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13 & 14-15. Age division is determined by the age of the child as of December 31, 2011. All participants will receive a certificate. Ribbons are given for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Top scorer in all age divisions move up to Sectionals. The top 5 first place scorers in each age group from Sectionals will advance to Team Championship. Must register by 9/22/11. This event will be located at Howell High School Football Field
This is a FREE event!
To register call (517) 546-0693 or visit us online at www.howellrecreation.org
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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.
Bennett Recreation Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.
Front Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 am - 7 pm, Fridays 9 am -
5 pm, Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm
Senior Center Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm Preschool Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 am-12 noon Tuesday and Thursday 9:15 am-2 pm Barnard Community Center, 415 N. Barnard St. Teen Center Hours: Monday - Friday 2:30 pm - 6 pm Aquatic Center, 1224 W. Grand River Ave. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 5:30 am - 8:00 pm, Tuesday and Thursday 7:30 am-8:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am - 2:30 pm |
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517/546-0693
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