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October 19, 2011
This weekend is a big weekend in downtown Howell. The 9th Annual Legend of Sleepy Howell will fill the streets for a fun filled night on Saturday, October 22 from 5-8 pm. If you've never come to this event...it is one of the most spectacular in our community. Thousands of friends and family and visitors gather on this one glorious night to show off their costumes and trick or treat in the middle of Grand River Avenue. There will be candy booths galore, a hay maze, hay rides, and a hay climb. There will be entertainment by the Courthouse and a costume contest for humans and one for canine's as well. There are inflatables on Michigan Avenue, pick up games of broom ball can be played, and there will be creepy campfires where you can toast a delicious marshmallow, and so much more.
And don't forget to join the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority on State Street, North of Clinton for the start of the 3rd annual Headless Horseman 5K/10K at 7:30 pm. Run, Icabod, Run! (A special thanks to our inaugural sponsors - Tanger Outlet and Anytime Fitness. We sure couldn't have done this without them.)
Come down for a spooktacular time! This is one event you don't want to miss.
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| Headless Horseman 5K/10K |
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The event of the season has finally arrived! The weather is supposed to be perfect and we are going to have some great fun at this, our 3rd annual Headless Horseman 5K/10K! We should be well over 1000 runners when the Headless Horseman takes off running down State Street in downtown Howell.
The Headless Horseman race will start and finish near State St. in downtown Howell. All runners are encouraged to dress up in costume and run as their favorite Halloween character. Late registrations, post race awards and refreshments will all be held on State Street, north of Clinton in the PNC Bank's parking lot. Awards will go to overall mens, womens, and Masters. Age group awards to the top three places in each mens and womens group in the 5K: 10 and under / 11-12 / 13-14 / 15-18 / 19-24 / 25-29 / 30-34 / 35-39 / 40-44 / 45-49 / 50-54 / 55-59 / 60-64 / 65-69 / 70+. All early registrants will receive a race packet and t-shirt please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Late registrants (anyone registering later than Thursday, October 20 at 11:59 pm) are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
And the long-sleeved running shirts, especially made for this event from Leslie Jordan are to die for!
5K Online Registration click here
10K Online Registration click here
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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Monster Splash |
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Join us for a monster splashin' good time at the Howell Area Aquatic Center! From 5:00pm-6:00pm on October 28th come dressed in your costume for a chance to win some great prizes in our contest, explore our kid friendly haunted sunken ship (in our observation room), participate in our grave yard walk, and decorate Halloween crafts. From 6:00pm-7:00pm put on your swim suits and join us in the pool for our Monster Dash swimming contest, Walk the Plank cannon ball contest, and diving for the pirates lost gold. Monster Splash participants can then stay to swim for free at our spooky Family Swim from 7-8:30pm. The cost is $4 per child and no fee for adults.
1899.000 1 day F 10/28 5:00pm-8:30pm
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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Babysitter's Training (ages 11-16) |
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This class will instruct students regarding the role of a babysitter and the responsibility and relationship of the babysitter to the parents and child. Topics include safety, basic childcare, safe play, first aid and critical emergency action skills. The course materials will provide the babysitters not only with a handbook for use during and after the course but also a compact emergency reference guide and activity booklet to take with them to their job. A CD-ROM that contains resume and business card templates, an electronic babysitting organizer to store client information, interactive exercises to enhance learning and other features is also included in the participant's set. Bring paper, pencil, drinks, snacks, and a lunch. A parent/guardian must sign the child in and out. This class will be located at the American Red Cross (1372 W. Grand River, Howell) The cost to attend this class is a $95 flat fee.
1332.000 1 class SAT 10/22 8:30am-5:00pm
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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Swim Lessons |
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Spots are still available for our special 5 week session of swim lessons which begin the week of November 5th. Keep your kids active and safe around the holidays!
To register or for more information please visit our website at www.howellrecreation.org or call the Aquatic Center at 517-540-8355! |
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Movie Poster Sale |
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Clearance close-out sale! Are you going away to college and want to decorate your dorm room? Do you have a theater room in your home where you can hang a theater size poster? Or do you just want to decorate your bedroom? This is the sale for you! All posters are $1 and all proceeds benefit the Howell Teen Center. So come over to the Bennett Recreation Center (925 W. Grand River) on Saturday, October 29th from 9:00am-1:00pm.
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Competitive Springboard Diving |
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Competitive Springboard Diving, ages 8 & up! Sign your child up for classes during our shorter 5 week session, from November 5th to December 17th. Students will have the aid of our training belt which allows the coach to stop you before an incorrect and sometimes painful landing occurs. With just a quick tug allows the student to perfect their dive before entering the water! Preregistration is required, so please sign up today.
1805.003 5 classes SAT 11/5-12/17 9:00am-10:30am
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| Trick or Treat on Barnard Street |
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Got kids? Make sure to stop by the Barnard Community Center on Monday, October 31st from 6-8pm to enjoy cider, donuts, and spin the Wacky Witch's Wheel for a Halloween Prize! This is a FREE event. |
| Group Cycling!!! |
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Don't let your favorite spin time get cancelled, call or go online to register today! New session begins on Monday, October 24th with evening or morning times to fit your schedule. Click here to see a complete list online. Preregistration is required, and the deadline is this Friday, October 21st at 12pm. Ask about our money saving options for payment when you call to sign up.
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Not sure what the weather will be? Rain or shine, we will be hosting an indoor garage sale. This is your opportunity to buy new and used merchandise, clothing, and collectibles. Shoppers enter for free. So join us on Saturday, October 29th at the Bennett Recreation Center (925 W. Grand River) from 9:00am-1:00pm.
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Classic Film and Lunch Series |
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October 25th The Night of the Hunter November 22nd Rebel Without a Cause December 20th The Bishop's Wife Come and enjoy your favorite film classics at the Howell Senior Center. Price includes film, door prizes and $2 discount coupon for lunch at Diamonds Restaurant immediately following the show. Only $5 per movie! Tickets available 1/2 hour prior to showtime. Movies begin at 11:00am. |
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Your church sends its bulletins via email. Your utility company sends its bill via email. Your relatives send their holiday cards via email. Yikes, but you don't have email! Set up a Google email ("Gmail") account in this class, and learn to send and receive messages. On Saturday, October 22 join us at the Bennett Recreation Center (925 W. Grand River) from 9:00am-12:00pm to learn how to use email. There is a registration fee of $10.
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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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 Phone: (517) 540-8355 |
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