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November 10, 2011
Tonight we will recognize the following individuals for giving their time, expertise and resources so freely and unconditionally to help make the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority so successful. Supplementing the staff and board are hundreds of volunteers who are extremely active and a major asset to our organization Over 8900 hours are recorded each year by volunteers which equates to over $191,000 in savings for our organization.
Instructor of the Year: JIM CLORE
Teen of the Year: ERIC KRAUS
Organizational Volunteers of the Year: HHS NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Senior of the Year: DENISE BOCHINSKI
Coach of the Year: CHARLIE BATES
Corporate Sponsor of the Year: BUFFALO WILD WINGS
Volunteer of the Year: MARY ELLEN ARIA
Come and help them celebrate tonight at 7 p.m. at the Bennett Recreation Center. Everyone is welcome for this free event.
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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Sponsor a Holiday in the Park Tree |
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Sponsoring a tree for Holiday in the Park can be a wonderful way to create great memories that will last a life-time with friends and family. Decorating a tree for the holidays is not something you want to miss out on this year. This is a great opportunity to support community recreation, advertise your business or extend holiday wishes to your friends and neighbors. We are encouraging local families, businesses, church groups, services organizations, and anyone else who is looking forward to the holidays to help us create an enchanting setting in Howell City Park.
We have six foot trees available for $40. For your donation, we'll provide the tree, the electricity, and a sign by your tree. You provide the LED lights, an extension cord, and all the decorations. Decorating will take place between 9am on Saturday, November 26th through 12pm on December 2nd.
Come join us on Friday, December 2nd from 6:30-8:30pm for the Holiday in the Park Opening Ceremonies. The evening will begin with a grand entrance from Santa at 7:00pm to light the trees and Santa will also be available for professional photographs with the kids (additional cost). Carolers will be singing, the bonfire will be lit, horse drawn carriage rides will be available (additional cost of $5/person), and lots of hot chocolate and cookies will be served
To reserve your tree, contact the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority at 517-546-0693 or visit our website at www.howellrecreation.org.
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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| Santa Calling |
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Surprise your children who are third grade and under by having Santa call from the North Pole! Letters to parents detailing the program will be available for pick up at the Bennett & Barnard Centers at the beginning of December as well as sent home through the Howell Elementary Schools. Calls will be made Tuesday, December 13th or Thursday, December 15th (calls will be made between 6:00pm and 8:00pm).
Call 517-546-0693 ext. 0 for more details or download the form at our website: www.howellrecreation.org. You must register in person by filling out the form or mail completed form to the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority.
$2/$3/$4
1345.007 1 day T 12/13 6:00pm-8:00pm
1345.008 1 day TH 12/15 6:00pm-8:00pm |
| 2011 Buck Pole |
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Thank you to all those who participated and came out to the 4th Annual Buck Pole. We had a very success event with 12 bucks that where shot on opening day of firearms season in Livingston County.
Congratulations to the following winners of the Buck Pole contest:
Danielle Robson - First Female
Tyler Rice - Most Unique Rack
Jim Hay Du Jr. - Most Points
Brad Jones - Heaviest
John Copeman - Widest Rack
Evan Caswell - Youngest Hunter
We would also like to give a BIG thank you to all of our sponsors for the 4th Annual Buck Pole.
Anything the Moves Marion Township Van's Archery Center Great Lakes Butcher Supply Hell Survivors Paintball Curtis Market Joe's Game Ranch Buffalo Wild Wings Dick's Sporting Goods Heavner Canoe Rental Buck Bag/Buck Sled The Purple Rose Theatre Walmart The Wild Game Solution Marinades The Volunteers Les Andersen Jack Lowe Scott and Ryan Lowell
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| Open and Family Swim |
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Enjoy a swim, a work out or simply relax to music at the next Open Swim on Saturday, November 19th from 1:00pm-2:30pm. The hot tub is available for those 14 and up as well as the slide, diving board and deep end are available for those who swim.
Or come to the Aquatic Center this Friday, November 18th from 7:00pm-8:30pm for the Family Swim. Children under 14 must be accompanied in the building by an adult. For additional information please call 517-540-8355 |
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Ski & Snowboard Club |
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Skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities are invited to join the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club that is being coordinated by the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority. Weekly trips to Mt. Brighton will take place on Saturdays throughout the winter season for a discounted rate.
You can't beat $15 for a Rope Tow Ticket compared to $29 for full price ticket at the window. Or the discounted rate for an All Area Lift Ticket of $23 compared to $36 for full price ticket at the window. Or ski rental rates of $18 compared to $28 at the window. If you are an avid skier or just want to learn, we can guarantee that we'll save you hundreds of
dollars just by joining the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club!
Come and learn more about the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club on Wednesday, December 7 from 7-8 p.m. at the Bennett Recreation Center. We'll share information about how the club will operate, about lift ticket discounts, how to rent ski's, and more.
The initial cost to join the Howell Ski & Snowboard Club is $70 and this will cover a booklet of 4 rope tow tickets, and free lessons each week for those 8 years and over (for those younger than 8, group lessons need to be coordinated in advance.) Booklets of 4 rope tow tickets after the initial membership will be $60/each.
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
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| Snowmobile Safety |
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Snowmobiling provides great opportunities for family recreation during the winter months. Many people will be operating a snowmobile for the first time and along with that, new skills must be learned and new attitudes developed. The purpose of the snowmobile safety course is to teach responsibilities, ethics, laws and mechanical functions. Certificate will be given upon completion of the course. You MUST attend both classes to receive certificate, which is required to ride snowmobiles off parent's private property. Adults are welcome to attend. This course is DNR approved and taught by the Livingston County Sheriff's Department.
Site: Barnard Community Center
$15/$21/$30
1349.000 2 classes M/W 11/21-11/23 5:30pm-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. Pre-registration required.
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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