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November 10, 2011
Next Thursday, November 17th, the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority will honor 7 very deserving volunteers at our annual RECreation RECognition RECeption. The evening will begin at 7 pm. at the Bennett Recreation Center where food and beverages will be served and we will formally present awards to our volunteer of the year, coach of the year, teen of the year, senior of the year, corporate sponsor of the year, organizational volunteers of the year and instructor of the year. We hope you will join us for this complimentary evening to recognize those that deserve our recognition. If you are planning to join us, please RSVP at 517/546-0693 ext. 0.
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4th Annual Buck Pole |
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The 4th Annual Buck Pole will be held at Marion Township Hall on November 15 on 4pm-9pm. For those of you who bag a buck during the opening day of firearms season in Livingston County, the Howell Area Parks and
Recreation Authority, Marion Township, and Anything that Moves want to help you earn your bragging rights at the 4th Annual Buck Pole, where hunters will gather to share stories, photos, and enjoy the warming tent, hearty food, a bonfire, and chances to win great prizes at the BUCKet raffle. For a $10 registration fee, you'll be able to hang your deer and receive a commemorative 4th Annual Buck Pole hunting cap. You don't need to have the largest buck to enter the contest either as we'll also be awarding heaviest buck, most points, 1st woman, widest rack, most unique rack, and youngest hunter to bag a buck (18 & under).
Rules
- $10 registration fee to hang deer
- Deer must be completely field dressed
- Hunter must furnish general area in Livingston County, time and who shot the deer
- Points must be 1" or longer to be counted
- Spread shall be measured by the widest inside dimension of the rack
- No deer can be removed until all prizes are awarded
- Deer must be hanging by 8:00pm on Tuesday, November 15 to be eligible for any prize
- Weather conditions permitting
- Should weather conditions require removal of the deer (temperature over 50 degrees), the hunter must still be present at 8:00pm on Novmeber 15 in order to receive any prizes
- Final decision of awarding prizes for deer will be at the discretion of the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority Buck Pole committee
- Awards ceremony begins at 8:30pm
- One prize per deer
- BUCKet raffle for a buck during event for all to participate in
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| 5th Annual Turkey Stroll |
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Join us for a leisurely stroll through Howell City Park followed by cider and donuts on Saturday, November 19th at 10:00am. All participants will be entered to win a grand prize of a gift certificate to be used for Thanksgiving Dinner from Howell Village Market. Check-in registration will take place at the concession stand at the Beach. So please join us on out traditional 1.5 mile stroll through the beautiful Howel City Park. This is a FREE event.
1318.002 1 day SAT 11/19 10:00am
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| Flick N' Float - Cars 2 |
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 Come relax and watch a movie with us on Friday, November 11th from 7:00pm-8:30pm (or end of the movie). Float on an inner tube or water from the shallow end while we entertain you and your family with a special Float-in movie.
Cars 2 is about the first-ever World Grand Prix, where cars from every continent prepare for the ultimate competition. But who will have what it takes to become the fastest car on the planet? Just as Lightning McQueen edges up to the starting line, however, his old pal Mater gets sidetracked on a top-secret spy mission that takes him from Japan to Europe as the entire world watches. Thankfully Mater's friends are always willing to lend a helping wheel, and as the race gets under way, everyone shifts into high gear to help out an old friend.
This cost is $4 per person at the Howell Area Aquatic Center. For more information please call 517-540-8355. |
| MDNR wins GOLD AWARD |
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Congratulations to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources! They won the 2011 Gold Medal Award at the NRPA Congress and Exposition held in Atlanta. The Gold Medal Award honors communities throughout the United States that demonstrate excellence in long-range planning, resource management, volunteerism, environmental stewardship, program development, professional development and agency recognition. Each agency is judged on its ability to address the needs of those it serves through collective energies of citizens, staff and elected officials. |
| Open Swim |
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The next Open Swim is Saturday, November 12th from 1:00pm-2:30pm. The cost is $3 per student and $3.50 per adult.
Need a workout while your kids swim? Sign up for a Land Exercise on Saturday, November 12th from 1:15-2:15 and get a free pass for Open Swim.
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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Chasing Lance Cycling Clinic |
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Take your ride to the next level with 90 minutes of cycling. Test your mettle while you ride various terrains simulating an outdoor ride. Increase your stamina and endurance and burn maximum calories?all to pulse pounding music. Perfect for exercise enthusiasts and those that train for cycling events. The cost is $15 per person.
1875.051 1 day SUN 11/13 11:00am-12:30pm
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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Stand Up Paddleboarding |
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Stand Up Paddleboarding, "SUP" isn't just for the outdoors! Enjoy time on a SUP all year round by joining us for a clinic. You will learn safety, basic techniques and about the equipment. The Howell Area Aquatic Center is the first to offer SUP classes in Livingston County. Wear swim suit & comfortable white or gray clothing if desired. Equipment is provided unless otherwise approved ahead of time by the instructor.
Join us Saturday, November 19th from 3:00pm-4:30pm for our Stand Up Paddle boarding beginner clinic. The cost is $20 per person. Call the Aquatic Center as spots are limited.
1802.007 1day SAT 11/19 3:00pm-5:00pm
Please Call the Aquatic Center at 517/540-8355 for any questions or to register. |
| Basics of Digital Photography (ages 12 & up) |
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On Thursday, November 10th from 7:00pm-9:00pm 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.
1341.001 1 class TH 11/10 7:00pm-9:00pm
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at:
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| 90 Minutes Race Day! |
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This calorie burn Race Day Ride is your chance to test yourself; to put everything you've learned through all those weeks of training on the table. This Race Day Ride is a celebration of you! An opportunity to apply the constant training you've been practicing in the Cycling Studio. By having a positive mind, complete focus, dedication and undeniable desire for results will ensure a most excellent ride. A Race Day Ride can help you successfully measure and quantify your fitness goals. Are you up for the challenge?
Burn your calories in our Cycling Studio Friday, November 18th from 6:30pm-8:00pm. The cost is $15 per person.
1875.055 1 day F 11/18 6:30pm-8:30pm
Call 517/546-0693 ext 0 or register online at: www.howellrecreation.org
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| CPR/AED First Aid Instructor Needed |
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Immediate openings for certified instructors to teach CPR/AED and First Aid. Please call Michael at the Howell Area Aquatic Center at
517-540-8357.
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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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