May 2012-April 2013 - the City of Trenton, MI Web Site
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May 2012-April 2013 - the City of Trenton, MI Web Site
Trenton Parks & Recreation Magazine May 2012-April 2013 Let “The Buzz” be your guide to a year of local tourism! • Trenton assumes management of Elizabeth Park Marina. Details page 32 • Community events create local connections. Details pages 6-9 • Trenton Business Association promotes local commerce. Pages 37-43 Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs! ontents C Aquatics-Outdoor Center Aquatic Center Fees Open Swim Schedule Refund Policy Rules and Regulations Programs Deep Water Exercise Diving Club Parent/Tot Swim Club Swim Lessons Swimnastics Water Walking Events Dog Days Summer Swim 22 22 22 23 Deep Water Exercise Indoor Open Swim Lifeguard Instruction Parent/Tot Swim Swim Lessons Swimnastics Trenton Swim Club 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 Cable TV & Website Info City Directory DPS Information Emergency Shelter Environmental Information Loan Closet Passport Processing 5 3 35 4 34 18 4 Aquatics - Fall/Winter City Services Cultural Center Activities 24 25 24 25 24 24 24 22 Youth BonAppeTots 11 Children’s Gardening Programs 10 Cupcake Wars 11 Edible Passport 11 Exploring 3D Art 12 Fashionista 12 First Noters 11 Garden Buds 10 Home Grown Cookin 11 Iron Chef Trenton 11 Kids Cooking School 11 Little Sprouts 10 Mom & Me Art Class 12 My Own Restuarant 11 Nature Nook 12 Painting and Drawing 12 PB & Jelly Jammers 11 Pottery & Sculpting 12 Adult Adult Landscape 10 Community Garden 10 Garden Angels 10 Outdoor Coffee House 13 Special Teas Series 13 Events Ghost Stories 7 Great Pumpkin Festival 7, 13 Lemonade in the Shade Concert6, 13 Outdoor Coffee House Concert 6, 13 Outdoor Movies in the Park 6, 13 Perennial Exchange 7, 10 Rentals 8, 13 Tis the Season Christmas Events 8, 13 Health & Wellness 2 Burn and Firm Chair Yoga Meditation Senior Aerobics Sit & Be Fit Start Up Tai Chi Easy Target Toning Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! 29 30 30 29 29 29 30 31 Walk Michigan Yoga Zumba Kennedy Recreation Center 31 30 31 Ice Rental Public Skating/Skate Rental Sponsorship Opportunities Events Jamboree on Ice MIHL Prep Hockey Showcase Scary Skate Santa Skate/Skating Exhibition Turkey Bowling Programs Adult Hockey League Drop-in Hockey Drop-in Senior Skate High School Hockey Ice Hockey Schools Spring Hockey League Skating Freestyle Drop-in Skating Lessons Trenton Hockey Association 26 26 26 Boating Safety Elizabeth Park Kayak Programs Kayak Rentals Marina Off Road Vehicle Safety Recreation Vehicle Storage Snowmobile Safety Wildlife Refuge 32 32 33 32 32 33 4 33 33 Accommodations Bicycle Helmet Sale Cancellation/Refund Policy Employment Opportunity Marquee Message Center P & R Disclaimer Photography Policy Registration Policy Resident I.D. Cards Sports Hall of Fame 5 33 5 4, 26 5 5 4 5 5 16 Boat Ramp Permits City Map Facility Rental Historical Museum Park Rules & Regulations Picnic Shelter Reservations Outdoor Recreation P&R Administration Info Parks & Facilities Programs/Sports Youth-Spring/Summer Baseball & Softball Princess Dance Camp SNAP Program Soccer T-Ball Tennis Theatre Dance Camp Youth-Fall & Winter Basketball Drop-in Family Fun Zone Fastpitch/Baseball Drop-in Flag Football/Cheerleading Junior Football/Cheerleading Adult-Spring & Summer Co-ed Volleyball Tourney Golf Golf Courses Softball Leagues Tennis Adult-Fall & Winter Basketball Drop-in Drop-in Hockey 28 28 28 28 28 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 32 36 4 4 36 33 15 31 14 15 14 14 31 14 14 14 15 15 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 Old Timer’s Basketball Volleyball Co-ed Drop-in Senior Citizens Services Blood Pressure Screening Cancellation Policy Newsletter Nutrition Program Program Office Tax Assistance Transportation Programs Attic Sale Card Clubs Computer Lab Craft Show Friday Nites, Sundae Special Social & Dance Clubs Travel Activities/Sports Bowling Fitness Program Golf Leagues Horseshoes Senior Olympics Senior Skate Special Events Spring City-Wide Garage Sale Easter Egg Hunt Marshmallow Drop Memorial Day Parade Mother-Son Date Night Shred It Summer Andy Ross Motorcycle Ride Concerts in Park Country Fest on River 4th of July Fireworks Jazz on the River Mid-Summer Festival Movie in Park Nursery School Olympics “Roar on the River” Races Fall Autumn Perennial Exchange City-wide Garage Sale Ghost Stories Halloween Scary Skate Pumpkin Festival Somewhere in Time Taste of Trenton Turkey Bowling Winter All Creatures Great & Small Breakfast with Santa Christmas Parade Daddy Daughter Date Night Holiday Decorating Contest Holiday General Store Luminary & Ornament Sale Reindeer Games Santa Skate/Skate Exhibition Victorian Christmas Tea Weekend Wonderland The Biz 16 16 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 17 17 17 17 17 17 9 9 9 9 9 9 6 6, 13 6 6 6 6 6, 13 6 6 7, 10 7 7 28 7 7 7 28 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 28 8 8 Jackson Snider Dentistry Partnership 5 Josephine Ford Cancer Center 4 Michigan Home Healthcare 20 Trenton Business Directory 37-43 DYPAC & Fine Arts Camp Library Programs Local History Trenton Village Theatre Rental Theatre/Library 20 20 4 20 Message From The Mayor Dear Trenton Resident: 3 I invite you to take advantage of our wide range of activities we are offering during this next year. If you are not able to travel this summer, staycation in Trenton, as there are many great sports, activities, and events that are scheduled. This is what separates our community from others. There is something for everyone! So come and join us at one of the many programs and events we have to offer! Your Mayor, Kyle Stack Your Mayor and Council KYLE F. STACK, MAYOR City Council Terry Teifer, Mayor Pro-Tem Timber Baun-Crooks Robert Howey William LeFevre MaryEllen McLeod Tim Taylor Elected Officials John Dalquist, City Assessor Patricia M. Gearhart, City Clerk Michael McCullough, City Treasurer City Directory ADMINISTRATION 675-6500 Jim Wagner, City Administrator Scott Church, Asst. City Administrator 675-8585 ASSESSOR’S OFFICE 675-6810 John Dahlquist, City Assessor CITY CLERK’S OFFICE 675-8600 Trish Gearhart, City Clerk TREASURER’S OFFICE 675-6510 Mike McCullough, City Treasurer PARKS & RECREATION 675-7300 Joann Perna CPRP, Director DEPT. OF PUBLIC SERVICE 675-8470 Bill Hogan, Director ENGINEERING DEPT. 675-8251 Bill Hogan, PE., City Engineer FIRE DEPARTMENT 676-1314 Bruce Vick, Fire Chief POLICE DEPARTMENT 676-3737 Jim Nardone, Police Chief CONTROLLER’S OFFICE 675-7200 Chris Arnoczki, Controller WASTEWATER TREATMENT 676-0646 Patrick Raftery, Superintendent EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT675-6500 Paul Haley, Coordinator ? s n o i t s e Qu Contact your Parks & Recreation Staff Joann Perna CPRP, Director [email protected] 734-675-7300 Tim Beaker, Business Operations Manager [email protected] 734-676-7172 Barbara Olsen, Program Coordinator [email protected] 734-675-7300 Carol Garrison, Senior Coordinator [email protected] 734-675-0063 Hannah Baker, Secretary [email protected] 734-675-7300 Recreation Commission Bud Ennis, Chairman Ilene Flanagan, Mark Gilstorf John MacDonald, Linda Solano Tim VanGoethem, Bob Wade Bob Watkowski, Rick Williams Recreation Commission meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Parks & Recreation Directory Parks and Recreation Office 2800 Third Street Trenton, MI 48183 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Office Phone: 734-675-7300 FAX: 734-675-8855 Website: www.trentonmi.org people to meet Register online at www.trentonmi.org things to know Historical Museum The Trenton Historical Museum, located at the corner of St. Joseph and Third Streets, has been home to Trenton’s rich history for half a century. Former home of John and Sarah Moore, this Victorian period home contains information on the history of Trenton and artifacts of the area. In an effort to restore the home to its former glory, the Trenton Historical Commission has announced the “Puzzle Pieces for Preservation” fundraising campaign. A 2,000 piece puzzle of the museum has been created and will be on display throughout the campaign. Puzzle pieces can be sponsored with a donation of $30 each. The goal is to raise the $60,000 needed to put the pieces of the Historical Museum back together. Tax deductible contributions may be made to the Trenton Firefighter’s Charities. For more information contact the Historical Commission at (734) 675-6500 or visit www.trentonmi.org. The museum is open every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. except January and August. In December, the museum is beautifully decorated for the holiday season. To arrange special tours, call 675-2130. Facility Rental Info Looking for a hall to hold your meeting, shower, party or special event? Teifer, Cultural Center and Westfield Center are available for private rentals year-round. Call the Recreation Office for fees and availability on Teifer, and Cultural Center at 675-7300. For Westfield, call 675-0063. Local History Have a question on genealogy or trying to remember someone from Trenton’s history? Volunteers from the Trenton Historical Society will be happy to assist you on the first Tues. and last Saturday of the month in our local history room. We also invite you to become a “Friend of the Library.” This non-profit organization supports Are you an energetic, hardworking, reliable, enthusiastic the Library through programming, volunteer, individual? Apply to join our Team! A variety of part-time and fundraising projects. Call 676-9777. positions are available. Applications are available at the Recreation office and on the web. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age. Equal opportunity employer. Aruba, Jamaica, ohh I wanna take ya, Bermuda, Bahama… Before traveling to any of these luxurious destinations make sure you stop at Trenton Parks and Recreation offers many opportunities the Parks and Recreation office to have your for volunteerism. We rely greatly upon individuals who give of their time and talents. If you are interested in join- passport processed. You will need 2 passport pictures (identical 2” x 2”), check or money ing our volunteer team, call us at 675-7300. order payable to the U.S. Department of State, picture I.D., evidence of U.S. citizenship, and an additional $25 paid to the City of Trenton Thanks to a reciprocal agreement between Trenton and for processing fees. Children under the age Woodhaven, Trenton residents can now utilize Woodhaven’s Recreation Vehicle Storage facility at resident rates. of 16 must have both parents or child’s legal guardian(s) present. Appointments are required Space limited. For info contact (734) 675-4919. and are taken from 10 a.m.-noon and 2-3 p.m. by calling the Parks and Recreation office at (734) 675-7300. Happy Travels! Employment Opportunity Passport Processing Volunteer Opportunities Recreation Vehicle Storage Josephine Ford Cancer Center - Downriver The Latest Technology, Close to Home 4 Josephine Ford Cancer Center - Downriver offers patients the most advanced technology, boardcertified physicians, and a national reputation for comprehensive cancer care – all in a quiet, comfortable setting that is close to home. An experienced, multidisciplinary team of specialists and staff offers patients the latest chemotherapy and radiation treatment options, along with an unparalleled level of personal service. In fact, the team consistently earns high praise from patients, including a score of 98.5 percent in Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys. Many unique support services are also available for patients and caregivers, including support groups, educational resources, yoga, art classes and more. To learn more, call (313) 473-3311 or visit henryford. com/jfccdownriver. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Emergency Shelter If emergency events result in enough residents unable to stay in their homes, shelters will be open and managed by the city and organizations in accordance with the City’s Emergency Operations Plan. Location and transportation option notification will be done by radio, TV, cable TV, and/or city employees. Let someone know your plans and bring items such as glasses, medicines, and quiet games for children. All are welcome. Smile for the Camera Be advised that photographs or videographs of groups and individuals participating in sponsored programs and events may be taken. These are sometimes used in various Trenton publications and promotional materials. Your cooperation is appreciated. Most photos appearing in this edition of “The Buzz” were taken by photographer, Ilene Flanagan. Thanks for sharing her talent. Jackson Snider Dentistry Partnership 5 Jackson Snider Dentistry Partnership is located in Downtown Trenton, across from Trenton City Hall. The dental team prides itself in kind, considerate care and strives to provide the most up to date dental techniques and services creating the greatest overall health for their patients. Community service is a goal of the office and they support local organizations and events and present scholarships to several Trenton Graduates each year. Family events such as a Halloween Party, a summer fun day, and a skating party are some of the special activities this office enjoys offering to help teach young people that “dentistry is fun!” Offering all aspects of dental care, Dr. Noel Jackson, Dr. Sheri Snider, and Dr. Kristen Parker are anxious to help you obtain the smile you desire and the health you require. Please call 734 671-CARE(2273) to schedule your appointment today! Registration Policy On-line registration is easy and convenient! Register for most recreation programs at trentonmi.org and follow the registration link. As always, you may register in person at the Recreation Office located at Trenton City Hall except where noted. We are happy to serve you during business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Registration dates are clearly defined in the program description. We accept Visa, Master Card, and Discover credit and debit cards for most transactions. Please note: Due to the popularity of some programs and events, this registration policy may be modified. Get Connected! Refund Policy www.trentonmi.org Cancellation Policy Log onto Trenton’s website at www.trentonmi. org and sign-up for Trenton Parks and Recreation E-News and “Get Connected!” Monthly e-newsletters and periodic program updates will be sent to you so you don’t miss a beat! It’s a great way to stay in the know! Check out our website where you’ll find important information from City Departments. Whether you are just looking for a phone number or for more information on programs or services, you can find it there. While there, like us on facebook and follow us on twitter! Tune In to Cable! Tune into public access channels Comcast 12 & WOW 10. A current events list is maintained for your convenience. This serves as another way to let residents know what is happening in the City. To request a listing, contact the Mayor’s Office at 675-6500. Message Center What’s up? Check out our Digital Message Center located in front of the Kennedy Recreation Center for information on upcoming events. Trenton groups and organizations can submit a request to have their city event posted on the marquee. Requests are limited to 4 postings per group within a calendar year and must be submitted 2 weeks prior to listing. Additional requests may be submitted for a $25 fee per message. No personal messages will be accepted. Request forms available at the Recreation Office. Participants wishing to withdraw from a program must request a refund prior to the beginning of the second class. Refunds will not be paid in cash and will take 3 to 4 weeks to process. No refunds or reduction in fees will be given for classes missed by participant. Trenton Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel any activity due to low enrollment. Every effort will be made to schedule a make-up class if class is cancelled due to inclement weather or causes beyond our control. However, if that is not possible, no partial refund will be provided. If the Trenton Public Schools are closed due to weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, programs scheduled in a school facility are cancelled. Resident I.D. Cards Show your card and save! Trenton Parks and Recreation issues I.D. cards for Trenton resident youth who are too young to receive a school or state issued I.D. card. This proof of residency is required to obtain resident discounted rates at Kennedy Recreation Center. Card is valid for Trenton Recreation programs only. Accommodations Trenton Parks and Recreation is committed to support program participation by persons with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations. If you require special accommodations or have any questions or concerns, call (734) 675-7300. P & R Disclaimer Get All programs, events, dates, times and fees appearing in this magazine may be subject to change. Please check with the Parks and Recreation Department at (734) 675-7300 to confirm information. Connected! Register online at www.trentonmi.org summer special events Nursery School Olympics Elizabeth Park is the site of the annual Nursery School Olympics on June 6 at 10:30 a.m. This non-competitive event will offer activities such as kiddy basketball, running long jump and obstacle course, along with diaper derby and toddler trot. Children under 5 and their parents are welcome. Register on site. Bring a big wheel or bike! 4th of July Fireworks! If you thought last year’s show was big. . . you’re in for a really BIG BANG! Thanks to the generous sponsorship received from a local business, this year’s 4th of July Fireworks celebration will be like non-other. Bring your family and friends to Rotary Park and celebrate America’s Birthday with this amazing evening of entertainment and spectacular fireworks on Wednesday, July 4th! Enjoy a patriotic concert prior to the fiery show beginning at 8 p.m. Look for more information to come regarding a VIP fireworks event complete with special viewing area. Roar on the River Get ready for a ROARING good time at the PNC Roar on the River on July 20, 21, 22 at Elizabeth Park. The weekend kicks off with “A Taste of the Races” Friday, July 20, from 6-9 p.m., followed by live music on the riverfront. Along with the world-class power boat racing Saturday and Sunday, July 21 and 22, the river will be rocking once again Saturday evening with a free live concert. Sponsored by PNC Bank and organized by Trenton Rotary, in cooperation with Wayne County Parks and the City of Trenton. Visit trentonroarontheriver.com for the latest info. Andy Ross Motorcycle Ride Start your engines for the 12th annual Andy Ross Charity Motorcycle Ride. This year’s event is set for Saturday, June 16 at Elizabeth Park. Registration will take place from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at the Elizabeth Park Shelter. The police escorted ride to Milan Dragway leaves promptly at noon. For info and entry form visit www.andyrossride.com or contact Cherry at (734) 676-2200 or Trenton Fire at (734) 692-4169. Country Fest on the River Saturday, July 28, 1:00 pm – Dark Two-step down to Elizabeth Park for the new Country Fest on the River! This is destined to be the premier country event of the summer with five regional country acts on stage throughout the day. Call the Wayne County Parks office at (734) 261-1990 for a complete entertainment schedule. Mid-Summer Festival July 13, 14, 15 6 To be a true tourist in your own town, add the 37th Annual Mid-Summer Festival to your list of things to do! In addition to over 150 arts & crafts displays, food vendors, sporting tournaments, and kids area, Detroit Music Legend Mitch Rider takes the stage Friday night to kick off the weekend line-up. Enjoy the Festival’s Hometown USA flavor with High School Reunions, small town nostalgia and good old-fashioned fun. Avoid parking congestion by utilizing convenient off-site parking and free shuttle. Catch us on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-the-minute festival news. For more info visit www.trentonmid-summer.org. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Jazz on the River Sounds of cool jazz can be heard in Elizabeth Park on August 4-5 from noon-9 p.m. Wayne County Parks will sponsor the annual Jazz on the River weekend event, featuring well-known local and national jazz artists. The scenic Detroit River provides a beautiful background.Bring your blankets, chairs and share a relaxing time with friends and experience nature’s harmony. For info call (734) 261-1990. Concerts & Movies The outdoor concert and movie series at the Cultural Center continues this summer, offering an eclectic line-up of local performing artists and first run family friendly movies. Come out and enjoy the wonderful gardens and surroundings this unique setting offers. Schedule on page 14. August City Garage Sale Shed those unwanted items and make a profit. On August 18 & 19 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., throngs of treasure hunters will invade Trenton seeking those special finds. Register your sale at the Recreation Department. Deadline is Friday, August 10. Have nothing to sell? Join the treasure hunt. Purchase maps at City Hall or Westfield on Saturday of the sale. For more information contact the Civic Commission at 675-7300. Taste of Trenton and Beyond 7 Somewhere in Time Don’t miss this culinary festival. The Taste of Trenton and Beyond returns to Elizabeth Park as part of the Somewhere in Time Festival on Sunday, September 16 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. With the scenic Detroit River as a backdrop, visitors can enjoy an old-fashioned outdoor picnic by sampling the delicious cuisine prepared by the area’s finest restaurateurs. Great food, great company! For more information contact Meg Butkowski at (734) 676-3145. Turn back the hands of time on Sunday, September 16 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in historic Elizabeth Park and recapture the essence of Elizabeth Park, as it was in the early 1900’s, through old time entertainment, old fashioned games, arts and crafts, bake sale, children’s area and more. Reminisce about an era gone by as you cruise the Detroit River aboard the “Diamond Belle” Riverboat. Stroll down memory lane while taking a leisurely walk through automotive time featuring antique and classic cars dating back to the Model T. Celebrate this carefree, bygone era. It’s a history lesson worth living. Sponsored in cooperation with Wayne County Parks. Autumn Perennial Exchange On Saturday, September 22 from 10 a.m.-noon, gardeners can swap their surplus plants with fellow gardeners at Trenton’s Annual Perennial Plant Exchange. The ground rules are simple, bring the plants you want to trade clearly marked in plastic bags or pots. Arrive at 10 a.m. sharp! Register on site and start exchanging, trading or bartering and make your best deal! Several master gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to share gardening tips. Best of all, it’s free! Great Pumpkin Festival October 23-27, 2012 Time to get carving! Get your family, church, scout troop, class, club or group to carve pumpkins and help us set a record for the DTE Community Nite Lite! The following CARVING SESSIONS are open to the public: Tuesday, Oct. 23, Westfield Center, 5:30-8:30pm Saturday, Oct. 27, Cultural Center, 10am-6pm You can also schedule a night at the Cultural Center for your group to carve pumpkins. Call 675-7300 for info. It’s all for a great cause! Sponsored by the Trenton Firefighters Charities, Trenton Exchange Club and Trenton Senior Citizens! DTE Community Nite Lite - October 27, 2012 This is the night! The official count, on the number of lit pumpkins, will be announced at 7 p.m. The Cultural Center grounds will be ablaze with over 1,000 pumpkins! Come on out and see this spectacular sight, enjoy refreshments and even purchase a carved pumpkin! DTE will donate $1 per carved pumpkin and all proceeds go to First Step Women and Children’s Domestic Violence Center. Ghost Stories Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. October 6 & 13, 2012 A warm fire, chilling stories, an eerie good time! Take a walk through the illuminated gardens. Concessions and spooky craft stations are available in the Art Barn. $3 admission at the gate. Call 675-7300 for more info. autumn special events Register online at www.trentonmi.org winter special events Christmas Parade - Saturday, December 1 The Trenton Civic Commission and Parks and Recreation have once again teamed up to kick-off the holiday season in a big way with the annual “Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony.” Stroll downtown and welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus to Trenton. The downtown streets will be all aglow with hand-held candles illuminating the parade route. The Parade begins at 6 p.m. Following the Tree Lighting Ceremony, all are invited to Trenton City Hall for the Parade afterglow and awards. For info call 675-7300. Luminary Ornament Sale Saturday, December 1 The City Beautiful Commission will hold their annual sale at City Hall following the Christmas parade. Light up your walkways with luminaries and expand your Trenton ornament collection by purchasing this year’s 19th edition. Ornaments and luminaries will also be available at the Treasurer’s office. Home Decorating Contest Enter your home in this annual event. Decorating must be done by the residents of the home. Complete rules and entry forms are available at City Hall. Entry deadline is Friday, December 7, 2012. Judging will take place December 10-22. Certificates for first, second, third and fourth place will be awarded by DTE Energy. Sponsored by City Beautiful Commission. Cultural Center “Tis the Season” Christmas Events Country Christmas Weekend Wonderland December 8 through December 23, 2012 Don’t miss this Trenton holiday tradition. Come see Santa, and over 25 decorated Christmas trees as well as craft & bake sales by local scout troops and organizations inside the Farmhouse on Saturdays and Sundays 1-7p.m. Breakfast with Santa “All Creatures Great & Small” Holiday pancakes, sausage and juice served up with a slice of SANTA! Stories, songs and a special goodie bag complete this festive morning. Choose 9am or 11am seating on each date, limit is 25 guests per seating. Believers, ages 4-7 only! Cost: $15 Whispering Pines Animal Kingdom will be on site from 1-4 p.m. Experience this live holiday petting zoo featuring exotic animals of all shapes & sizes, and “Gus” the camel! Don’t forget your camera! Stop in the farmhouse for goodies and to visit SANTA! December 8, 15, 22, 2012 Reindeer Games Saturday, December 22, 2012 The magic begins here with LIVE REINDEER in the Candy Cane Striped Corral! Enjoy a visit with SANTA and face painting elves. Bring the family for Christmas memories that will last a lifetime! Saturday, December 15, 2012 Holiday General Store Vendors will be selling holiday crafts and gifts to make the season bright! Store will be open Monday thru Friday, 6-8pm, Saturday and Sundays 1-7pm beginning December 1, 2012. Victorian Christmas Teas Join us for an old-fashion Victorian Christmas Tea complete with scones, soup, tea sandwiches and desserts! Private teas are also available for 15 or more guests. See page 13 for dates and times. Cultural Center Holiday Rental Make your holiday event magical! Completely different from any other popular event venue, this historic farmhouse comes alive with holiday cheer as each room is uniquely decorated for the season. Whether you are hosting a small meeting, a holiday party for your office staff or planning an open house, the Cultural Center is your perfect “Home for the Holidays!” For info call 675-7300. Daddy Daughter Date Night - “A Night in Paris” February 11 & 12, 2013 8 Ooh LaLa! Spend an evening with your daughter in the City of Love. Learn to waltz, speak a little French, sip sparkling punch, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Light refreshments, special photograph and flower are included. Resident Fee: $7.00 per person, Non-Resident: $10.00 per person Register: Beginning January 14 Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Memorial Day 9 Parade 2012 Join your fellow neighbors on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 10 a.m. to pay homage to our fallen veterans at the Memorial Day Parade. Color guards, veterans, community groups, bands and floats come together to show community pride and appreciation for our veterans. Following the parade, attend the Memorial Service at the Library where the Mayor Pro-Tem and honor guards will honor our fallen veterans who have died in the line of service. This moving event, complete with patriotic music, military salutes and special guests, is a beautiful tribute in their honor. Sponsored by the Trenton Civic Commission. Shred It! May 12, 2012 Don’t let your important documents wind up in the wrong hands! Trenton Civic Commission and Trenton Rotary are sponsoring a “Community Shred” Day on Saturday, May 12 at the Kennedy Recreation Center, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Bring important documents for safe and secure on-site shredding. A donation is requested based on the amount to be shredded. Wayne County will also be onsite collecting tires and electronic waste. Drop-off for these items will be from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Great Marshmallow Drop 2013 A blizzard of 20,000 marshmallows will hit Trenton on Friday, March 29, 2013 at 9 a.m. in Elizabeth Park for the annual Marshmallow Drop. Once the marshmallows have safely landed, eager children can redeem a marshmallow for a special prize. Put on your boots and come to Elizabeth Park to laugh and enjoy the company of your neighbors! Be sure to watch for the helicopter! Great photo opportunitiy! Don’t be late - the helicopter flies at 9 a.m. sharp! Sponsored by Wayne County Parks. Easter Egg Hunt 2013 Boys and girls will be hopping to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Westfield. Families and friends gather to share in this “rite of spring” to renew their community spirit and reconnect with their neighbors after a long winter. Every child will receive a prize. Bring your basket and camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny! Spring City-Wide Garage Sale Saturday, April 20 & 21, 2013 “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” Whether you are in the mood to buy or sell, don’t miss out. It’s a great opportunity to get to know your neighbors! The big event is from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration forms are available at Trenton City Hall. Maps will be available Saturday of the sale at City Hall and Westfield. Register your sale at the Recreation Department. Deadline April 12, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. Mother Son Date Night A Pirate’s Adventure - Monday, March 25, 2013 Arrrrrgh you ready for some swashbuckling fun?! The night will be filled with high spirits, pirate grub, and a treasure chest of memories! Eye-patch and bandana included! It all takes place at Westfield from 7-8:15 p.m. Resident Fee: $7.00 per person, Non-Resident: $10.00 per person Register: Beginning February 25, 2013 spring special events Register online at www.trentonmi.org center cultural gardening Community Garden Planting Seeds, Growing Community & Harvesting Rewards Join Trenton Parks and Recreation as we cultivate another growing season of Trenton’s Community Garden at the Cultural Center. Last year, our garden produced a whopping 3,000 pounds of produce! With the help of community volunteers and Mother Nature, we hope to exceed last year’s total! The goal of our Community Garden is to provide an opportunity for neighbors to gather and not only grow produce, but to improve nutrition, physical activity, community engagement, and overall better health for all. All produce will be donated to local food pantries and Trenton Senior Towers. So what are you waiting for? Call us today at 675-7300 and lend a helping hand! Perennial Exchange September 22, 2012 Rules are simple, bring the plants you want to trade! Clearly mark them in plastic bags or pots. Have nothing to trade? Come anyway - gardeners have plenty to share. Master Gardeners will be on site to answer questions and share information. Garden give-a-ways and prizes are all part of the day. Time: 10:00 a.m.-noon Garden Angels Volunteer Garden Program Calling all gardeners! How does your garden grow? We know that the Trenton Cultural Center garden grows with the help of many volunteers. We are looking for a few interested gardeners to become a “Garden Angel” and assist with the care of the beautiful grounds. If you are interested in sharing your love of gardening and learning from our Master Gardener, contact Parks and Recreation at (734) 675-7300. It’s great fun and fellowship! Children’s Gardening Program Classes are designed to give you special time with your child or grandchild exploring early childhood curiosities about the natural world. Fee: $10 resident, $15 non-resident, Register now at Recreation office or online at www.trentonmi.org/parksandrec. Little Sprouts Garden Buds Your little one will discover the beauty of the gardens and grounds as we find colors and shapes, taste flower petals and wiggle our toes in the dirt. Session: June 6–20, 3 weeks Times: Wed., 10-10:30 a.m. These theme-based sessions introduce children and parents to insects, flowers! Session: June 6–20, 3 weeks Times: Wed., 11-11:30 a.m. (1-2 Year Olds) 10 (3-4 Year Olds) Adult Landscape Painting Learn to paint beautiful landscapes in the Bob Ross style from artist Joann Harrington. Classes are held the 2nd Saturday of every month from noon-4 p.m. at the Art Barn. Pre-registration at the Recreation office. Fee: $40/class resident, $45/class Non-Resident Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC! First Noters, 18 mths to 3 years PB & Jelly Jammers, ages 4-5 A Mommy and Me format introduces toddlers to some of our all time favorites. Includes nursery rhymes, dancing and classic instruments. Limit: 20 Session: June 25 - August 1 (6 weeks) Mondays or Wednesdays 9:30-10 a.m. Fee: $15 residents, $20 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 11 Rock, Create and Grow with Music! Games, songs, dancing exercises & instrumental play-offs are sure to challenge & entertain your growing Jammer! Limit: 15 Session: June 25 - August 1, 6 weeks Times: Mondays or Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Fee: $15 residents $20 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 Kids Cooking School ages 6-8 BonAppeTOTS ages 3-5 This summer’s classes will feature recipes from across the USA! Pancakes with blueberries, cheddar cheese scrambled eggs, sloppy joes, oven-fried chicken and brownie ice cream sundaes. Limit 10. Session: June 25 – August 2, 6 weeks Mondays, 2:00-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 2:00-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 Iron Chefs of Trenton ages 7-12 Take the Iron Chef Challenge; compete as a team against a second team to see who will be the best Iron Chef! Each week students are introduced to a fresh “secret ingredient” to be incorporated into the day’s recipes and judges will determine who wins the challenge! Limit 10. Session: June 28-August 2, 6 weeks Times: Thursdays, 9:00-10:30am Fee: $25 residents $30 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 The kitchen is our playground! Parent and child will make sunny scrambled eggs, funny-face pizza, cupcake creatures, fishy fruit dip and berry nice pops! One child per parent please and we ask that you not bring other children to this class. Limit 10. Session: June 25 – August 2, 6 weeks Times: Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Thursday, 2-3 p.m. Fee: $20 resident, $25 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 Cupcake Wars! 6 & older Peanut Butter & Jelly, Fruity Pebbles, French Toast cupcakes? You bet! We will be creating all kinds of zany flavors and combinations in this fun “filled” bake shop! Limit 10. Session: July 6 – August 3, 5 weeks Times: Fridays, 9-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $20 residents, $25 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 Home Grown Cookin ages 7-12 Edible Passport ages 9-12 Come celebrate everything local-the very best that Michigan has to offer the culinary scene! Summer Vegetable Tart, Peach Sorbet, Refigerator Pickles, Cherry Pie, Vernors Floats, are just a sample of what you will be preparing in this ‘state’ly class! Limit 10. Session: June 27-August 1, 6 weeks Times: Wednesdays 11:00am-12:30pm Fee: $25 residents, $30 non-residents Register:Beginning May 21 Get ready to stamp your passport as we travel the world of food! We’ll explore the unique cuisines of Mexico & Central America, France, China & Japan, and India & Southeast Asia. Limit 10. Session: June 25-August 2, 6 weeks Times: Mondays 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 My Own Restuarant Series ages 9-12 In this series, budding chefs, entrepreneurs, artists, and young restaurant enthusiasts will launch their very own restaurant! Participants will choose the name, the theme (50’s diner or fancy French?), design the décor, write the menu, create, cook and serve the signature dish! You will even tour a local restaurant for inspiration! The series will conclude with parents being invited to enjoy the restaurant’s “Opening Night”! Limit 15 Session: June 27-August 1, 6 weeks Times: Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30pm Fee: $30 residents, $35 non-residents, Register: Beginning May 21 What’s For Dinner? ages 7-12 What’s for dinner? Join resident Chef Andrea Segedi on TUESDAY EVENINGS and create luscious dinner menus. You will learn take-offs on dinner classic, healthy recipes and techniques for getting food on the table! Limit 15. Session: June 26-July 31, 6 weeks Times: Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Fee: $40 residents $45 non-residents Register:Beginning May 21 center cultural programs Register online at www.trentonmi.org center cultural programs Exploring 3D Art Students create with various construction materials….all in 3 dimensions! Mobiles, Styrofoam & junk sculptures, foam core buildings & collaged bottles. Limit 12. Ages 6-9 Session: June 26 – August 2 , 6 weeks Times: Tuesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-residents Register:Beginning May 21 Rock ● Paper ● Scissors A cut above the rest this class will feature jewelry making (Rock), card making, and other paper crafts (Paper), and sewing and embroidery (Scissors). Limit 12. Ages 6-9 Session: June 26 – August 2, 6 weeks Time: Tuesdays 9:30-10:30 a.m., Thursdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident Register:Beginning May 21 Pottery & Sculpting Clay is a wonderful medium for kids to let their imagination soar! Projects include pinch pots, coil pots, mosaic murals, and ice sculptures. Limit 12. Ages 6-12 Session: June 25-August 2, 6 weeks Times: Mondays, 1-2 p.m., Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon Fee: $30 resident , $40 non-resident Register:Beginning May 21 Painting and Drawing Creative energy will explode off paper & canvas! Designed to further the abilities in your artist. Limit 12. Ages 6-12 Session: June 26 – August 2, 6 weeks Times: Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident Register:Beginning May 21 Nature Nook Series - Art Barn Nature Games & Crafts (Summer Nook) Owl & Mouse (Winter Nook) Fri. July 13 • 10 a.m. – Noon Sat. Jan. 19, 2013 • 10 a.m. - Noon Join us for summertime fun! We will make cool nature crafts and play fun nature games. Come make bird feeders, wall hangings, necklaces and much more! Dress for the weather! It’s all about Whoo’s eating Whoom in this fun predator-prey themed session! Learn about owls in our area, what they look and sound like, and discover up-close what they have been eating! Make owl crafts, play owl-tag and dissect a real owl pellet! Day Camping – Literally! (Fall Nook) Sat. Oct. 13 • 10 a.m. – Noon Cheer Up Cheerily! (Spring Nook) Sat. March 16, 2013 • 10:00 a.m. – Noon Spring is in the air - Cheer Up! Winter is over! Spend the morning camping! Learn to set up a tent, basic knot tying, and how to build a camp- There are a lot of changes happening in our natural fire! Camper will WATCH instructor demonstrate world! Learn all about what is happening with our plant and wild life. Make bird feeders and spring several fire-starting techniques. Sit around a pretend campfire, enjoy s’mores and learn a few time presents for the birds! – packages of nest building supplies. non-scary campfire tales! Register: Beginning May 21, Deadline Tuesday before each program Fee: $5 resident, $7 non-resident Giggle Art ages 4-6 Get your spoon, paintbrush and chocolate syrup ready-we are going to create art! From cupcake design to spaghetti sculptures, it’s all about the wonderful world of food art. Limit 12 per class. 6 weeks Session: June 25 – August 1 Times: Mondays 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Wednesdays 11:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. Fee: $25.00 residents, $30.00 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 Fashionista! ages 7-13 Explore your fashion passion! Embellish blue-jeans, design flashy flip-flops, hats & handbags. We’ll even have a fashion runway show at the completion of class! Students will need to bring items from home for certain projects. Limit 12. Session: June 25 – August 2, 6 weeks Times: Mondays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. or Thursdays, 11:00am-noon Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 12 Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Mom & Me Art ages 2-3 Discover the mystery of combinations, the joy of exploration and the delight of creating! Finger painting, color mixing, sticky business and making marks. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Please do not bring other children to class. Limit 10. Session: June 25 – August 1, 6 weeks Times: Mondays 9:30-10:15 a.m. Tuesdays 3:00-3:45 p.m. Wednesdays 9:30-10:15 a.m. Fee: $25 residents, $30 non-residents Register: Beginning May 21 Great Pumpkin Festival Outdoor Movies in Park & DTE Community Nite Lite We, once again, are challenging the community to break a record for the most lit jack-o-lanterns in one place. We are asking everyone to carve your pumpkins and then bring them over to the Cultural Center on Saturday, October 27 beginning at 3 p.m. DTE COMMUNITY NITE LITE begins at 7 p.m. with official count announced at 8 p.m. See page 7. 13 Come join neighbors and friends of all ages at the Cultural Center for this larger than life outdoor cinema. June 27 Movie TBA July 25 Movie TBA Movies are FREE and open to the public. Must be 16 or older or accompanied by an adult. Refreshments are available. Alcoholic beverages not permitted. Weather cancellations made 1 hour prior to movie. 2012 Cultural Center Concert Series The Trenton Parks and Recreation Department is proud to host the concert series at the Cultural Center, offering an eclectic line-up of local performing artists in a wide range of musical styles. Come out and enjoy the wonderful gardens and surroundings that this unique setting offers. FREE ADMISSION Lemonade & Shade Enjoy interactive, energetic musical performances beneath the shady trees and we provide the ice cold lemonade! Thursday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Tom Shumate Endowment Fund. July 19 Zippity 2 Dad August 16 Gemini “Outdoor Coffeehouse” Bring a lawn chair or blanket, kick back & enjoy the cool sounds of summer. Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. June 21 The Monroe Big Band July 19 Katie Kurilko & Friends Victorian Christmas Teas Join us for an old-fashion Victorian Christmas Tea complete with scones, soup, lunch and desserts! Festive and fun, a real holiday treat! Register at the Recreation Department or online at www.trentonmi.org. Limit: 20 guests per tea Fee $15.00 per person. Book a private holiday tea with a minimum of 15 guests. Call for date/ time availability. Tuesdays December 4, 11, 18 2-4 p.m. Wednesdays December 5, 12, 19 2-4 p.m. Thursdays December 6, 13, 20 6-8 p.m. Fall Harvest Tea September 19, 20, 2012 All the flavors of fall will fill the Farmhouse. Fresh scones, lunch, dessert and seasonal teas are all part of this special afternoon tea amidst the charm of the Cultural Center and grounds. Tea time is 2-4p.m. Space is limited. Cost: $15 per person. Register at the Recreation Department or online at www.trenton-mi.org. Cultural Center Rentals Make your next event magical! Decorated in Victorian style, this renovated, historic farm house provides an intimate setting, perfect for your next gathering. From the quaint quarters of the farm house, to the exquisite formal and informal gardens that grace the landscape, the property comes alive with historic charm - elevating your special event from the predictable to the extraordinary. For rental info call 675-7300. center cultural events Register online at www.trentonmi.org youth activity programs Special Needs Activities Program For six, fun-filled weeks we’re on the move with field trips every weekday for young people with cognitive impairment, ages 10-25 years old. We have an exciting state certified summer day camp program that will include staying cool at Kennedy Aquatic Center, bowling, miniature golf and tennis. Limit: 30. Call 675-7300 for fee information. Session: June 25-August 7, 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Resident register: May 21, Returning Students: May 22 Non-residents: May 23-May 25 Tee Ball This instructional program will emphasize developing the fundamentals of baseball, while maintaining a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Children will benefit through exercise and teamwork development. The program will meet from 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the High School ball fields. Players must bring baseball gloves and tennis shoes. Open to children entering kindergarten in the fall through 6 years old. 6 weeks Session: June 25-August 2 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 Youth Tennis This instructional program will be offered Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays for 5 weeks for ages 4 and up and will introduce and improve skills and techniques as designed by the USPTA. Classes will be held at the High School tennis courts. Times: 9-9:45 a.m., 10-10:45 a.m., 11-11:45 a.m. Session: June 25-July 26 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 Woodhaven Park Playground Program Children 5 to 12 years old are invited to register for the Woodhaven Park Playground Program. The camp is held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily activities like sports, arts & crafts, games and social time will be available. Supervisors will work with your child to make the summer an enjoyable one! Weekly field trips available for an additional cost. Children must bring lunch. For info call 675-4926. Space limited. Session: June 18 – July 26, 2012 Register: Now for Bates or Yake Elementary School sites at the Woodhaven Community Center. Fee: $125 Resident of Woodhaven/Brownstown & Trenton, $180 Non-resident Fall & Winter Sports Drop-in Family Fun Zone Youth Basketball Turn off the television, put on your gym shoes or swim suit, and drop-in every Thursday evening at Arthurs Middle School from 7:30-9 p.m. Whether it’s shooting hoops, playing volleyball, taking a swim, everyone knows that a family who plays together, stays together! Parents must accompany children. A punch card is required and can be purchased at the Recreation Office. Cancellation may occur due to school activities. Session 1: November 1-December 12 (ex. Nov. 28) Session 2: January 10- March 21 Fee: $40 resident, $60 non-resident, 20 visits Drop-in Baseball Softball 14 Beginning at the end of January, boys 10 & under and girls grades 5-8 can develop their skills, inside, at the Softball and Baseball Fundamentals Drop-in Programs. Bring your glove and gym shoes, we’ll supply the rest. A punch card and waiver is required. Call 675-7300 for dates, location and times. Punch Card: $40 resident, $60 non-resident, 20 visits Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Attention all 4-6 grade boys and girls, Youth Basketball has landed with Parks and Recreation. Sponsored by Trenton Public Schools in past years, this long-standing program won’t miss a beat this winter with the help of Program Director, Rick Morrow. As in the past, both boys and girls teams will be formed. All games will be played on Saturdays. Call in November for program details. 15 Baseball & Softball “PLAY BALL!” That’s the word from the Trenton Baseball Association who organizes the youth baseball and softball leagues in Trenton. Registration for the 2013 season will be Feb 1, 2013 through March 1, 2013. Registration will be taken on-line only at www.trentonbaseball.net. For up-to-date information and age groups visit the baseball/softball association website. NFL Youth Flag Football & Cheerleading Grades Pre K – 8th, Presented by: Michigan Youth Flag Football Michigan’s largest NFL youth flag football and cheerleading organization is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2012 season. No try-outs! Everyone participates! Games are played on Sundays at Woodhaven High School, beginning September 9th. Practices are held one day during the week at a local park during the 7 game season. Children will be placed on teams on first-come, first serve basis, according to school and grade. This is a 5 vs. 5, non-contact, recreational, co-ed format. Teams are limited to 10 players to maximize playing time. Great for first time players who want to learn the fundamentals of football. Entry fee includes a reversible NFL jersey, flag belt, and individual award. Each cheer team will have a roster of 5 – 15 girls. Cheer teams are instructed by volunteer parent coaches. Great for beginning cheerleaders - no experience required. Cheer on teams during NFL Flag Football games. Entry fee includes uniform, megaphone and individual award. Registration Deadline: July 12, 2012. Entry Fee: $115.00. Register on-line at: www.MichiganYouthFlagFootball.com. For more information call (248) 454-9700. Junior Football & Cheerleading Attention boys and girls ages 8-13. The Grosse Ile Junior Football League invites you to join the 2012 fall football season. Leagues are available for Freshman: 8 and 9 years old, Junior Varsity: 10 and 11 years old. Varsity: 12 and 13 years old. Registration typically is held the first week of May. An original birth certificate, medical insurance and current physical required to participate. Please visit www.GIYRAsports.com, click the football link for current Registrar info. Only the Registrar can give you current registration information. AYSO Soccer Program Let your feet do the scoring! All boys and girls, ages 4 – 14 years old, are invited to play the World Cup Game. The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Region 205 soccer program offers balanced teams, positive coaching philosophy and an emphasis on developing self-esteem, teamwork, as well as, physical abilities. AYSO’s motto is “Everyone Plays.” So, be sure to register for your chance to play. For information call the AYSO Region 205 hotline at (734) 479-AYSO or visit our website at downriverayso.clubspaces.com. AYSO Soccer Camp AYSO Soccer Camp is coming to the area July 9-13. AYSO Community Day Camps create an environment that is fun and conducive to learning for all ages and levels of ability and does it on the fields the kids already know and love. AYSO Soccer Camps work with players on skills and activities appropriate to their age and skill level. Conducted by the best nationally and internationally trained coaches from the U.S. and around the world. Call 734-479-2976 or visit downriverayso.clubspaces.com for info. Rush Soccer Program AYSO V.I.P. Soccer AYSO Region 205 recognizes some very important players! This program designed for children and adults with special needs, introduces participants to the game while building self confidence, developing social skills and having fun. For more information call (734) 479-AYSO, email our program director at vip. [email protected] or downriverayso.clubspaces.com. The Downriver Soccer Club/Michigan Rush Downriver is part of Rush Soccer, with over 33,000 youth players nationwide. With a firm belief in the value of sports in promoting the physical, mental and social well-being of our children, Rush Soccer is devoted to providing the finest soccer experience possible, teaching the fundamental skills of the game, and developing athletes through organized leagues, teams, tournaments, training, coaches and athletic facilities. Competitive tryouts are held in June. Camp and tryout information, and Developmental and Jr. Academy (U5–U8) registration information can be found on our website or email [email protected]. For more information, visit our website at www. michiganrush.com. youth activity programs Register online at www.trentonmi.org adult sports programs Adult Softball Leagues Is your softball team looking for a league? Here’s the wind-up and the pitch! Contact Trenton Parks and Recreation for info on the 2012 Adult Softball Leagues. Get in the game and have fun with friends! Register: March 4-April 12, 2013 Season: Begins April 29, 2013 Tennis Lessons Put on your tennis shoes, grab your racquet and head over to Trenton High School Tennis Courts for lessons. Our instructors will design the lessons to fit your needs. Lessons will run 2 days a week for five weeks. Class times 9-10 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. Monday & Wednesday: June 25-July 26 Tuesday & Thursday: June 26-July 27 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 Golf Courses Show your proof of residency and save! Trenton residents can enjoy a round of golf at Riverview Highlands and Wyandotte Shores Municipal Golf Courses at resident rates thanks to a reciprocal agreement between the communities. So grab your clubs and hit the links! Mid-Summer Co-ed Volleyball Tournament Looking for a fun way to spend a summer weekend? Check out the popular Mid-Summer Festival Co-ed Volleyball Tournament. Whether you play the game or just want to watch, Elizabeth Park paints a perfect backdrop as teams of 6 take to the courts. The class B tournament will be held on Saturday, July 14 and Class C will be held on Sunday, July 15. Deadline to register is Friday, June 29, 2012. For registration info visit www. trentonmid-summer.com or call (734) 675-7300. Sponsored by The Brandes Agency. Fall & Winter Sports Co-ed Volleyball Arthurs Middle School Gym is the place to be on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30-10:30 p.m. If you are 18 or older, get in on the action and enjoy recreational volleyball. It’s a great way to keep fit and meet new friends. Punch card required. Cancellations may occur due to school activities. Session 1: Sept. 11-Dec. 6 Session 2: Jan. 8-May 11 (ex. April 2-3) Fee: 20 nights for $40 resident, $60 non-resident Drop-in Hockey Don’t have time to play in an organized league? Players 18 and up, come to Kennedy Recreation Center for drop-in hockey. Full equipment must be worn. Checking, unsportsman-like conduct prohibitied. Monday-Friday, 9:30-10:30 a.m., call 676-7172 for exceptions. Golf Instruction 18 years & up. 16 “FORE!” Is this a familiar word? Bring your game up to par through beginner and advanced lessons. Seven, 1/2 hour lessons are held at the High School East Balcony and are scheduled every 1/2 hour, Mondays or Wednesdays 6-7 p.m. Limit 15/night. Session: Feb. 4-Mar. 20 (ex. Feb. 18) Register:Beginning January 21 Fee: $35 resident, $50 non-resident Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Basketball Drop-in If you’re looking to reduce your stress level, just dribble up the court to Arthurs School gym every Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., for a fun night of exercise, laughs and friends, all of which add up to less stress! Adults, 18 and older, are welcome to participate. Punch card required. Cancellations may occur due to school activities. Session 1: Oct. 8-Dec. 3 Session 2: Jan. 21-Mar. 11 (ex. February 18) Fee: 20 nights for $40 resident, $60 non-resident Old-timer’s Basketball Join the old timers on Wednesdays, September through April, for a night of hoop action! Space is limited. For information on location, dates and times, call 675-7300. Sports Hall of Fame Do you know someone who is at least 50 years of age and has had 20 years of service or background in his/her sport or closely related recreational activity, or has made an outstanding contribution in sports or the field of recreation that has brought fame and honor to Trenton? If so, nominate them for Trenton’s Sports Hall of Fame. Applications are available at the Recreation office. The deadline is November 1, 2012. Downriver 17 Senior Olympics Celebrate the 27th Annual Downriver Senior Olympics, hosted by Huron Township this year, the week of July 30 - August 3. Opening ceremonies will start at 8:30 am, on Monday, July 30th, so get yourself registered and experience the fun, fellowship, and friendly competitions of golf, bowling, baking, card games, and much more! Registration is open to Downriver residents ages 50 years and older, and registration forms are available at the Westfield Center. Don’t delay, you must be registered by June 29th (no late entries will be taken). Get together with your fellow Trenton Olympians to represent our great City, join the competition, and Go for the Gold! For registration information and a listing of events, call 675-0063. Drop-in Horseshoes Fitness Programs Senior Tennis Lessons Drop-in Skating Horseshoes anyone? Men and Women 50 years and older are invited to play horseshoes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Westfield courts behind the building. This year’s program will begin Monday, May 7. No Horseshoe experience is necessary, we’ll teach you how to play! The program does not meet on holidays, during rain, or temperatures over 90 degrees. For information call 675-0063. Put on your tennis shoes, grab your racquet and head over to Trenton High School Tennis Courts for lessons. Whether you’ve never played tennis before or are looking to improve your skills, our instructors will design the lessons to fit your needs. Lessons will run two days per week for five weeks. Class times 9-10 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. Monday & Wednesday: June 25-July 26 Tuesday & Thursday: June 26-July 27 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident Register: Beginning May 21 A variety of fitness programs are offered for Trenton Senior Adults including senior aerobics, yoga, meditation, Walk Michigan and much more! Turn to pages 29-31 for complete course descriptions and information. Let us help you stay active, fit and young at heart! Calling all Seniors! Don’t lose your edge on the ice. Come and skate with us this season at the Kennedy Recreation Center! Drop-in skating sessions will be offered for Seniors, ages 55 and up, on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. year-round. It’s free to Trenton residents. Dates may change due to special events. Bowling League Belmar Lanes II, on West Road in Trenton, is the site for Senior Bowling beginning Tuesdays, September 4th, 2012. This 30-week league takes to the alleys every Tuesday at 1 p.m. Regular bowlers and substitutes are always needed, so sign up now and join the fun! It’s a great way to socialize and exercise at the same time. For registration information, please call 675-0063. The bowling meeting to start the season will be held on Tuesday, August 14th, 2012, at 1 p.m., at the Westfield Activities Center. adult senior programs Register online at www.trentonmi.org adult senior services Nutrition Program Eating a balanced diet is essential for good health. Wayne County Office of Nutrition Services, in conjunction with Senior Alliance and volunteers from Trenton Senior Program, offer a nutrition program for persons 60 years of age or older. All seniors, regardless of income, can take advantage of this service. The nutrition site is located at the Church of Christ, 2650 Grange, Trenton. Lunch is served Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Call 676-1848, 24 hours in advance for a reservation. A $2.25 donation is requested. Hot lunches and emergency frozen meals are also available to qualified homebound seniors. To register for that service, please call 1-800851-1454. Volunteers are always needed to help pack lunches or to deliver meals, call 675-0063. ‘Senior Tidings’ Newsletter Senior Program Office Stay connected! Remember to pick up your copy of the Senior Newsletter, Senior Tidings, at the Westfield Center. This monthly publication highlights information regarding senior programs, schedules, current City events, and many other points of interest. If you read the news, you know! Trenton provides a wide range of year-round activities and services for residents age 55 and older. The Senior Adult Program operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The program office is located at the Westfield Activities Center, 2700 Westfield Road. For information call 675-0063. Blood Pressure Screening Cancellation Policy Do you need your blood pressure checked? Nurses from Henry Ford Hospital will be at Westfield on the second Thursday of every month from 11 am to 1 pm to check it for you. ‘AARP’ Tax Assistance During Income Tax season, trained volunteers from ‘AARP’ are available to help seniors 60 years and older prepare their tax returns. There is no charge for this service, but appointments are required. ‘AARP’ is a nonprofit, non-partisan membership organization for people 50 years and older. All ‘AARP’ tax preparation is now done in the City of Southgate at the Weslyan Ministries Church at 14250 Reeck Road, in Southgate. For more information, or to make an appointment, call 734-2508487. Senior Transportation 18 Whether it’s a trip to the doctor or hospital, or running errands to the bank or grocery store, Trenton Transportation, a taxi shuttle service for Trenton residents 60 years of age or older, will take you there! Trenton Seniors who are interested in using the shuttle service must register in advance at the Westfield Center Office located at 2700 Westfield. The service area includes Trenton, and neighboring communities bounded by Vreeland to the South, Northline Road to the North, Telegraph to the West, and West Jefferson to the East. The service is available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, Saturdays from 9 am to 3 pm. The cost is $2.00 each way, for every drop-off. When traveling outside the service area, an additional charge of $1.50 per mile will be assessed. Fees will be collected at the time of pick-up. (This service excludes trips to the airport, bus, or train stations.) For info, call 734-692-5632. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! When the weather outside is so frightful and the Trenton Public Schools cancel classes, all Senior Citizen programs at the Westfield Activities Center will also be cancelled. The Westfield Center will remain open, however, for those residents in need of emergency shelter. The Westfield Center is also closed on City observed holidays. Contact the Senior Program Office at 675-0063 for more info. Loan Closet Do you have a need for crutches, walkers or wheelchairs? The City of Trenton provides such medical equipment on a loan basis to those who are in need. A nominal deposit and proof of residency is all we require. Call 675-0063. All Resident Transportation Need a lift? SMART offers Trenton residents another transportation option. The program requires transportation requests be scheduled 2 days in advance and 6 days in advance for medical appointments. Transportation is available 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 866-962-5515 for reservations. Boundaries are limited, no pre-registration is required. The ‘Loop’ Shuttle Bus Attention Trenton Seniors! Each Monday and Wednesday, the city’s shuttle bus will pick up Trenton Seniors and bring them to Westfield to participate in Senior programs. The shuttle will make a ‘loop’ around town with stops at the Westfield Center, Kennedy Recreation Center, Library, and Trafford Square. Free shuttles to Meijer’s and Super K-Mart on Mondays and Southland Mall on Wednesdays are also offered. The shuttle is free and serves Trenton Seniors only. Please call 24 hours in advance for reservation at 734-675-0063. Adult Social Clubs Looking to meet new friends? We’ve got the place for you! For daytime activities and fellowship, join the Pleasant Hours, Heritage, or New Horizon social clubs, and keep yourself young at heart. Our clubs meet Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays in the early afternoon, depending on the group. Each club offers a wide range of activities including light luncheons, bingo, special events, and much more! There is something for everyone. Pleasant Hours and the Heritage club now accept non-residents. The New Horizon club is limited to Trenton residents only. Each club has nominal yearly membership fees, with weekly dues collected at the door, unless otherwise specified. Guests and prospective members are always welcome! Friendship Dance Club 19 “I could have danced all night!” That’s the word from Friendship Club members! This active bunch kicks up their heels on the dance floor every Friday evening, September through June, at the Westfield Center. Waltz your way over to join them for fun, fellowship, and lots of laughs. You won’t even need a partner, because they do lots of line dances! Special dinner dances are planned throughout the year. Membership is open to people who are 50 years of age and older. Nominal yearly membership dues are collected with a small door charge for regular dances. Dinner dances also require a pre-purchased ticket. ‘Friday Nite’ Lites and ‘Sundae Specials’ Do you enjoy an evening out with friends playing a game of Euchre, Pinochle, Bunco, Horse, or Dominoes with a little light music and dancing and a great meal to go with? Then watch the Senior Tidings calendar, or visit Westfield to check on the next scheduled ‘Lite’ night or ‘Sundae’ evening. These parties for Seniors are planned about 4 times throughout the year, and have become a great success, so don’t miss out on the fun! Computer Lab Do you need to use a computer? Or would you like to learn to use one? The Westfield Center has 2 computers available for Seniors to use Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. They are installed with all the basics, Microsoft Word, card games, etc. Stop in to get connected! Trenton Travelers Pack your bags and join the travel fun! From one-day trips to overnight and weeklong tours, the Trenton Travelers are always on the go! All persons ages 50 years and up are welcome. For a description of tours scheduled for the coming year, contact the Westfield Office and get packing! Bon Voyage! Pleasant Hours Attic & Garage Sale The ‘Pleasant Hours’ Senior Club is once again sponsoring their yearly Attic and Garage Sale, on Saturday, August 18th from 8 am to 4 pm. This year’s sale is the same weekend as the City-Wide Garage Sale, so there are sure to be plenty of shoppers out that day! It’s your chance to clean out your garage, closets and basement, rent a table and make some great sales on household items, accessories, tools, books, and more! If you don’t care to be a vendor, be sure to come and shop for the day. There is always something for everyone, and you never know what treasures will be waiting for you! For more info, or to rent a table, call 734-675-0063. Pleasant Hours Craft Show The ‘Pleasant Hours’ Senior Club will also be hosting their 4th Annual Craft Bazaar at the Westfield Center on Saturday, October 27, 9 am to 4 pm. Be sure to stop in to shop for some beautiful crafts and bazaar items for anyone on your shopping list, or even yourself! For info, or to register for a table, call 734-675-0063. Card Clubs and Bunco Let’s make a deal! Drop in at the Westfield Center and play a friendly game of cards with your neighbors. Whatever your game, euchre, pinochle, bridge, or bunco, we have a hand waiting for you. Most card groups are open to Downriver Seniors 50 years of age or older. No membership dues are required. Call 675-0063 for information. Mondays Double Deck Pinochle, 1 p.m. 25¢ at the door Tuesdays Bridge, 1 p.m. 50¢ at the door Wednesdays Bunco, 2 p.m. $1 at the door Thursdays Euchre, 2:45 p.m. 25¢ at the door Fridays Pinochle, 1 p.m. 25¢ at the door adult senior programs Register online at www.trentonmi.org theatre library news Trenton Library Take a vacation at the Trenton Library …a place for fun and adventure for all ages. Use your library card to check out Museum Adventure Passes and get free admission to Museums in southeast Michigan. Located at West Rd. and Westfield. www.trenton.lib.mi.us (734) 676-9777 Mon.-Thr., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., 1-5 p.m. Adult Programming Book discussion group meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. Summer reading program for adults, “Between the Covers”, begins June 4. Prize drawing includes gift certificates for local businesses. Please call the library to register for computer classes for adults. Join us the last Wed. of the month for our speaker series with topics from local authors, to master gardeners and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Preschool Story Time - Children ages 3-5 Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required and a parent must remain in the library during the program. Toddler Story time for ages 2 and 3 is scheduled one Tuesday a month at 10:30 a.m. for toddlers and their parent or care giver. Registration is not required. Young Adult Council Teens meet at the library every other month to assist in planning teen programs. New members welcomed. Check out their forum at http://www.trenton.lib.mi.us/teenpage.html Family Afternoon Matinees Check our website www.trenton.lib.mi.us/FilmTheater.htm Courtesy of the Friends of the Library movie events for the whole family are presented the second Sat. of the month at 2 p.m One World, Many Stories Teen Programs Summer Reading Program Registration begins June 6 for self-readers in grades 1-6. All programs are free. Performers provided through the Friends of the Trenton Library 6/20/12 Mr. Inflation 2 p.m. 6/27/12 Mike Brophy’s R.E.P.T.I.L.E. 2 p.m. 7/11/12 Doug Sheer Circus World 2 p.m. 7/18/12 Bats of the World. 2 p.m. 7/25/12 Tom Plunkard Magic Show 2 p.m. 8/01/12 Water day and final wrap up program 2 p.m. The Library offers summer reading incentive program, teen advisory board and other programs throughout the year. This year’s Summer Reading theme is “Own the Night”. The following teen programs are free. Registration begins June 6. 6/21/12 Teen Craft 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 7/19/12 Teen Craft Night 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. 8/03/12 Teen Lock In for the finalists from the Summer Reading Program featuring Magician Tom Plunkard 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center The Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center, DYPAC, is a non-profit youth theatre organization for children of all ages. Youth learn all aspects of theatre and see their accomplishments become a reality in the form of two to three productions a year and a Saturday morning workshop series. DYPAC invites everyone to come and see what great things are happening there! For info on our 2010/2011 season line-up, auditions, performance dates, membership, donations, etc. visit www. dypac.com, email [email protected] or call (734) 671-2202. DYPAC Fine Arts Camp Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center offers a Summer Fine Arts Camp for ages 5-15. Beginning June 21, the camp will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through July 31. Explore the world of art, music, theatre and writing in the intimate but dynamic Trenton Village Theatre. Young artists, from beginners to advanced, will have the opportunity to learn and meet other students in a nurturing environment. Participants can concentrate their studies in music, theater arts, visual arts or dance. For info visit www.dypac.com or email [email protected]. Trenton Village Theatre 20 The Trenton Village Theatre is home to the Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center. As part of a lease agreement with the City of Trenton, DYPAC has assumed management responsibilities for the 350 seat theatre. Interested in renting the Theatre for your next event or fundraiser? Call 671-2202 or visit www.dypac.com. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Deep Water Exercise Youth Swim Lessons Increase fitness and well being in this new water exercise program. Conducted in water over 6 feet deep, this class will provide increased mobility, and stronger bodies. Approved floatation belts will be welcome (and noodles will be available), which can help with posture and proper movement. This is the ultimate in nonstress exercise. The water provides safety for all joints and great aerobic and weight-bearing resistance. Some swimming ability is recommended. Class held on Mondays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Arthurs Pool. Ages 18 and up. Dates are subject to change due to school schedule. Session 1: Sept. 10 to Dec. 10, 14 wks Register: Beginning Aug. 27 Session 2: Jan. 7 to Mar. 25, (ex. 1-21, 2-18)10 wks Register: Beginning Dec. 26 Session 3: Apr. 8 to May 20, 7 weeks Register: Beginning Mar. 25 Resident: Call for fees Non-resident: Call for fees 15 person minimum/30 maximum Parent Tot Swim Our instructor will help you teach your child to enjoy the water and learn basic swim skills, depending on your child’s age. You and your child will share quality time as your child gains self-confidence and grows through your reassurance. Children, ages 9 months to 6 years, and one or both parents are welcome. Classes held at Arthurs School on Mondays or Wednesdays, 6:30-7 p.m. Dates are subject to change due to school schedule. Session 1: Sept. 10-12 to Nov. 12-14, 10/9 wks (ex. 10/31) Register:Beginning Aug. 26 Session 2: Jan. 7-9 to Mar. 25-27 10/12 wks (ex. 1-21/2-18) Register: Beginning Dec. 27 Session 3: Apr. 8-10 to May 20-22, 7 wks Register: Beginning Mar. 25 Resident Fee: Call for fees Non-resident: Call for fees Minimum 6 students/ Maximum 15 Swimnastics This non-stressful shallow water exercise program will increase cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone and flexibility, as well as, reduce stress level and improve overall well being. We will limber your joints, and increase your movement. No swimming experience needed. Classes are held Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. at Arthurs Middle School. Ages 18 and up. Dates are subject to change due to school schedule. Session 1: Sept. 12 to Dec. 12, 14 wks Register:Beginning Aug. 27 Session 2: Jan. 9 to Mar 27, 12 weeks Register:Beginning Dec. 26 Session 3: Apr. 10 to May 22, 7 weeks Register:Beginning Mar. 25 Resident: Call for fees Non-resident: Call for fees Minimum 15/ Maximum 30 Jump in and learn to swim! Our trained staff will teach swimmers, 5 years or older of all levels, according to the standards set by the American Red Cross. The program is designed to improve your child’s swimming skills and boost self-confidence, as well. For level requirements, contact the Recreation Office. Classes held Saturdays at Arthurs pool. TIME LEVEL SIZE 9:15-9:45 a.m. 1 & 3 15/level 10-10:30 a.m. 2 & 3 15/level 10:45-11:15 a.m. 4 & 5 15/level Session 1: Sept. 15-Nov. 3 Register: Beginning Sept. 6 Session 2: Jan. 12-Mar. 9 (ex 2/16) Register: Beg. Jan. 2 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident 21 Open Swim Boost your spirits and swim until spring, indoors at the High School, Mondays 7:30-9 p.m. and at Arthurs Middle School, Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m. Adult lap swim is scheduled at Arthurs Middle School on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Swimmers under 10 must be accompanied by a swimmer 16 or older. Punch cards required. Session 1: Sept. 12-Dec. 8 (except Nov. 24) Session 2: Jan. 9-April 5 (except Feb. 20) Fee: $40 residents, $60 non-residents Lifeguarding Instruction Interested in Lifeguarding? This course will teach the basic skills necessary for pool safety and water rescue. Persons registering must be 15 years old and pass a comprehensive swim test. Upon completion of the course, students must show proficiency in both written and practical testing. First aid and CPR will also be taught. Classes held Saturdays, 9-11 a.m. at Trenton High School. Download book online at americanredcross.com. Session: Mar. 2 - May 11 (ex. Mar. 30 & Ap. 6) 9 classes Register: Beg. Feb. 4 Fee: $80 resident, $95 non-res., includes card fees Trenton Swim Club If you can swim one length of a 25-yard pool, and are ages 6-18, the Trenton Swim Club wants you! Swimmers will be introduced to all 4 competitive strokes and provide an atmosphere to use the skills that they have learned at swim meets held on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the season. The season runs mid-September through March. Practices are held at the High School or Arthurs Middle School Pool, MondayFriday, 5:45-7:30 p.m. Schedule may vary. Register on site beginning September 17, 2012. For more info visit www.trentonswimclub.org, email [email protected] or call Fred Gerring at 734-285-0957 or Mary Ellias at 734-775-5824. fall aquatics winter Register online at www.trentonmi.org n o i t a c a v r e m m u s r u o Y ! y a w A t e G kennedy aquatic programs Aquatic Center Schedule Pre/Post Season & Holiday Dates June 15 - August 19 Monday 1-7 p.m. Sat., June 9 12-5 p.m. Tuesday 1-4 p.m. Sun., June 10 12-5 p.m. Wednesday 1-7 p.m. Wed., July 4 12-5 p.m. Thursday 1-7 p.m. Sat., Aug. 25 12-5 p.m. Friday 1-9 p.m. Sun., Aug. 26 12-5 p.m. Saturday 12-5 p.m. Sat., Sept. 3 12-5 p.m. Sun., Sept. 4 12-5 p.m. Sunday 12-5 p.m. Mon., Sept. 5 12-5 p.m. Season Passes Say cheese! It’s picture time. A photo ID system will be used for all pass holders. Children, adult or family passes must be purchased at the Recreation Department. Photos will be taken Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. *Trenton Residents receive a $20 discount on family pass if purchased before May 25. Season Passes Resident Non-Resident Child (5-17) $45.00 $65.00 Adult $65.00 $85.00 Family of 4 $160.00* $230.00 Additional family pass $5.00 $10.00 Punch Cards Season passes are not for everyone, that’s why we are offering a punch card good for 10 visits. A great savings! Purchase cards at Recreation office. Resident fee: $40 Non-resident: $60 Gate Fees - ages 5 and up Open Swim: $5.00 resident, $7.00 non-resident (children 4 and under are free) Trenton senior citizens 55 and up, are admitted free. I.D. required. Photo I.D. is required to obtain resident rates. Resident Photo I.D. cards are available at the Recreation offfice for persons too young to receive a state issued I.D. Refund Policy In the event the facility is closed due to inclement weather or water contamination, no cash refunds will be issued. Patrons who have been swimming for less than one hour and have their receipt issued by cashier may request a pass for a return visit. Keep your receipt! No pool pass will be issued without a receipt! Dog Days of Summer Swim 22 The Kennedy Pool has officially “Gone to the Dogs,” for one day that is! On Saturday, September 8, 2012, the Kennedy Aquatic Center will open its doors again to man’s best friend. Bring your favorite four-legged pal for a dip in the pool from noon-3 p.m. There will be pet contests, treats and more! Pet friendly vendors will be on hand beginning at 11 a.m. to share their canine wares. So come early! Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated and owners must be prepared for clean-up duty. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Schedule may be subject to change. Open swim sessions require that any child under 48 inches, and under 10 years of age be accompanied by a swimmer 16 years or older. Family activity sessions require anyone under 16 years old to be accompanied by a swimming adult over 18 years old. Sessions may be changed, shortened or cancelled due to participation, weather conditions and special events. Resident I.D. Required. 23 Who needs to vacation at a resort pool when you can spend the day at the Kennedy Outdoor Aquatic Center, right in your own town! It opens with a splash on Saturday, June 9. This 13,000 square foot, state-of-theart facility offers many attractions to keep visitors swimming! Concession stand, lounge chairs and large shade umbrellas add to the fun! A number of activities, both in and out of the water, will be offered. It’s also a great place to relax near the pool and socialize with friends. A complete listing of events will be available poolside this summer. Don’t forget the sunscreen. Kennedy Aquatic Center Rules and Regulations For your safety and the safety of others, the following rules and regulations have been established in accordance with State Pool Regulations. Failure to comply or to follow staff directives will result in disciplinary action and or removal from the facility. The City reserves the right to rule on any matter not specifically stated in the rules & regulations. • All swimmers must have a wristband issued by the • Face masks, swim fins, snorkels, flotation Aquatic Center staff prior to entering the pool. toys and water wings are not permitted. Life • Capacity is limited to 1,000 patrons. The Aquatic jackets are available to patrons of the facility Center may be closed at the Supervisor’s or Headguard’s and inner tubes are available for rent at the discretion due to inclement weather, capacity or unusual cashier booth. Personal flotation devices that circumstances. are Coast Guard approved (Type II and Type • Smoking, tobacco products, alcoholic beverages or III) may be brought in the facility once it has drugs, or persons under the influence of alcoholic bevbeen inspected by the Headguard on duty. erages or drugs, are not permitted. Life jackets are not permitted on the slide. • Patrons may NOT bring any food (including gum) or • Radios & TVs are not permitted on the pool beverages (including water bottles) on the pool deck. deck. • Patrons may purchase food & beverage at the Aquatic • Swimming is only permitted when lifeguards Center Concession Stand and may only consume those are on duty. Diving is only permitted off of items inside the designated concession area. For safety the diving boards. reasons, NO GLASS containers food or beverages are • During “BREAK” (10 minutes, 15 minutes allowed. Food brought from home may be consumed if heat index is 90˚ or above) adults only are in the designated picnic area only. allowed in the pool. • For the safety of all patrons, backpacks, duffel bags & • Private swimming lessons are not permitted personal coolers may NOT be brought onto the pool during open swimming. deck. These items may be left in lockers in the locker • Only lifeguards are permitted on the guard rooms and inside the Kennedy Recreation Center. stands. • Running on pool deck and horseplay are not permitted. • All swimmers must take a shower before entering the pool. Lined bathing suits are required. Cut-offs & colored t-shirts may not be worn. Swim pants are required for swimmers that are not toilet trained. Only aqua socks may be worn in the pool. Sunscreen lotion may be worn, oil based products are not permissible. • Not responsible for lost or stolen items. kennedy aquatic center Register online at www.trentonmi.org kennedy aquatic programs Summer Swimming Instruction Jump in and learn to swim this summer in a safe and friendly environment! Our trained staff will teach swimmers 5 years or older of all levels, according to the standards set by the American Red Cross. The goal of the program is to improve your child’s swimming skills, and boost your child’s self-confidence, as well. For clarification on the skills required for each level, contact the Recreation Department. Classes will be held outdoors Monday through Thursday. Class size is limited to 10-15 students/level, depending on session. Participants may register for only 1 session until after June 11. SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 TIME LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL 7:20-8 a.m. adult adult adult 8-8:40 a.m. 1&3 1&3 2&3 8:40-9:20 a.m. 1&2 2&3 1&3 9:20-10 a.m. 2&3 1&2 3&4 10-10:40 a.m. 3&4 2&5 1&2 10:40-11:20 a.m. 2 & 5 3&4 2&5 Resident Register: Beginning May 21 Session 1: June 25-July 6 Non-Res. Register: Beginning June 11 Session 2: July 9-20 Session 3: July 23-August 3 Fee: $30 resident, $50 non-resident Summer Parent Tot Swim Acquainting your child with the water in a safe and relaxing atmosphere. Our instructor will help you teach your child to enjoy the water and learn basic swim skills depending on child’s age. Watch your child gain selfconfidence and grow through your reassurance. Children, ages 12 months to 6 years, and one or both parents welcome. The classes held Mondays from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesdays, 6:00-6:30 p.m. and 6:30 -7 p.m. Session: June 18 or 20 to August 13 or 15 (ex. July 2 & 4) - 8 weeks Register: Beginning May 14Resident Fee: $40.00, Non-Resident: $50.00 - per child Deep Water Exercise Increase fitness and well-being in this new water exercise program. Conducted in water over 6 feet deep, this class will provide a fun atmosphere, increased mobility, and stronger bodies. Approved floatation belts will be welcome (and noodles will be available), which can help with posture and proper movement. The ultimate in non-stress exercise. The water provides safety for all joints, a great aerobic workout, and weight-bearing resistance. Some swimming ability is recommended. Class held on Mondays 7 to 8 p.m. 18 years & up. Session: June 18 to August 13 (ex. July 2) 8 weeks Fee: Resident $27, Non-resident $37 Register: Beginning May 14, 15 person minimum/ 30 person maximum Water Walking 24 Let your feet do the walking - in the water! This popular, innovative program is designed for all ages. Our USWFA certified instructor, Debbie Barnes, will literally, walk you through, step by step, to gain the most from your walking workout. The hour-long program is conducted in waistdeep water, requiring no swimming abilities. As with any fitness program, our instructor will tailor the program to your fitness level. It’s a refreshing way to get fit! Session: June 18-August 23, 9 weeks Classes: Mon. or Thurs., 11:20 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. Fee: $36 resident, $46 non-resident Register: Beginning May 14 Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Swimnastics Stay cool, have fun and feel great this summer. This non-stressful shallow water exercise program will increase your cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone and flexibility, as well as, reducing your stress level and improving your overall well being. Enjoy the summer evenings, have fun, and get some great exercise. No swimming experience needed. Class held on Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Ages 18 or older. Session: June 20 - August 15 (ex. July 4) 8 weeks Register:Beginning May 14 Fee: $27 resident, $37 non-resident 25 Summer Swim Club Attention all swimmers, novice, intermediate and advanced, ages 6-18! The Trenton Swim Club is for you! The only requirement is to swim one length of the 25-yard pool. Master that, and you’re on your way to learning all four competitive strokes from our experienced coaches. Weekly swim meets will give swimmers a chance to showcase their developing skills and challenge their abilities. Swimmers will be placed in the appropriate skill level during the indoor session. This program will not only improve swimming skills, it will also increase selfesteem and provide a sense of belonging. Includes a participant t-shirt. Swim Club Indoor Session-High School Pool May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 June 4, 5, 6, 7 Outdoors June 11, 12, 13-weather permitting Jr.. & Sr. High Swimmers 4:00-5:30 p.m. Elementary 5:45-6:45 p.m. Swim Club Outdoor Session-Aquatic Center Monday-Friday, June 18-July 27 (weather permitting*) 9:00-10:20 a.m. AA & A Swimmers (meet USS time standards) 9:00-10:20 a.m. A/B Swimmers (adv./intramural w/permission) 10:30-11:30 a.m B/C Swimmers (intermediate & adv. Beginners) 10:30-11:30 a.m. C Swimmers (beginners) Registration: Now - June 11 Fee: $80 resident, $95 non-resident Developmental Training Are you interested in training hard or qualifying for your high school or college conference finals? If you can answer yes, you need to look no further than the Trenton Swim Club Development Training Program. Swimmers will have the opportunity to train up to 9 times per week, obtain a USS card, attend a minimum of two meets (one is a USS LC State Meet). Swimmers must have their own equipment including: paddles, pull buoy, short fins, kick board and large mesh bag to carry equipment. This is an advanced program that is offered to any Downriver or Western Wayne County swimmer. Cost includes coaching fees and t-shirt. Indoor at Trenton High School Pool Mon.-Thur., April 1 - June 7, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Friday, May 4 - June 8, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Outdoors June 11, 12, 13, 14, 15-weather permitting Mon.-Thur., 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, 4:00-6:00 p.m. Outdoor at Kennedy Aquatic Center, June 18-Aug. 3 Mon.-Fri., 7-9 a.m. Mon., Wed., & Thurs., 6-7 p.m. or 7-8 p.m. Saturdays (as needed), 9-11 a.m. Register: Beginning April 23 at Recreation Office Fee: $140 resident, $155 non-resident Bubble Blowers This program is designed to introduce, promote and develop sound swimming technique in the 3 - 6 age group. An emphasis is placed on comfort with water, safety in and around pools, developmentally appropriate stroke skills and fun! Parents are encouraged to be in close proximity to hear and see the techniques and skills that can be reinforced at family/open swimming. Jr. Swimmers will be encouraged to move to the next level of swim club when it is developmentally appropriate. Session: June 18 – July 20, Monday - Friday Registration: Now to June 11 Fee: $80 resident, $95 non-resident Diving Program Dive in to the Kennedy Aquatic Center the fun way! Trenton Parks and Recreation is offering a competitive diving program this summer. Taught by a certified US diving coach, this program is open to all interested in 1m diving, from beginner to the more advanced. Divers will progress at their own pace. Includes t-shirt. Schedule: Tues. & Thu 4-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dates: June 19-July 27 Fee: $70 resident, $85 non-resident Register: Now - June 11 kennedy aquatic programs Register online at www.trentonmi.org recreation kennedy center Ice Rental Info: (734) 676-7172 Like us on Looking for a unique special event or fun place to hold a birthday party? Or maybe you just want to rent ice? How about the Kennedy Recreation Center? Give us a call and let us help you plan your next party or special event. For information on availability and fees, call (734) 676-7172. Join our Team Are you an energetic, hardworking, reliable, enthusiastic individual? We want you to join our Kennedy Recreation Center team! Part-time openings available include Zamboni drivers, attendants, cashiers, concessions and supervisors. Enjoy flexible hours, friendly staff and a great working environment. Apply today at the Kennedy Recreation Center office. Equal opportunity employer. Public Skating Skate Rental Looking to get some good exercise but don’t have your own skates? Don’t worry, we have rental skates (both figure and hockey) in many sizes. Public skating sessions are generally two hours in length. Stop by the Kennedy Recreation Center and pick up a monthly Public Skating Calendar or visit our website at www.trentonkrc.org. Individual and Family Season Passes are also available. The Coolest Place in Town! Welcome to the Kennedy Recreation Center. This facility is comprised of over 150,000 square feet of indoor recreational opportunities including 3 NHL size ice arenas, skate rental, meeting room, spacious team locker rooms, full concession and a spacious lobby and gathering area. KRC is home to 4 area high school teams, the prestigious MIHL Prep Hockey Showcase, Trenton and Grosse Ile Youth Hockey Associations and Trenton Figure Skating. We invite you to stop by for a visit and check-out all the excitement. Let us show you why its “The Coolest Place in Town!” Sponsorship Opportunities 26 Maximize the marketing potential at the Kennedy Recreation Center, as thousands of people, representing all age groups, visit on a daily basis. A number of sponsorship opportunities are available including dasher board signage, banners, Zamboni signage and more. By marketing in the Kennedy Recreation Center, you are reaching more people in one year than any other location within Trenton and the surrounding communities. Combine your marketing dollars to have signage at multiple locations such as the Elizabeth Park Marina and the Aquatic Center and receive tremendous discounts. Check-out all the benefits and give us a call to see what package is best for you! Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Spring Youth Hockey The Spring Hockey League is available for all travel and house teams interested in extending their season or getting a jump on next year. The collaboration with the DISC allows us to keep local teams local and givestrentonkrc.org a great variety of teams for those that want to travel. Registration begins in March, season begins in April. Summer HS Hockey Can’t get enough of high school hockey during the winter months? Cool off this summer inside the Kennedy Recreation Center and watch some of the areas best high school hockey teams battle it out. There is no charge for spectators. It’s great, affordable entertainment. For a schedule of games, call (734) 676-7172. Ice Hockey Schools School may be out for summer, but hockey is in session! The Kennedy Recreation Center will host a number of Ice Hockey Schools over the summer months. Schools are administered by independent-private organizations. The following schools are tentatively scheduled. Call (734) 676-7172 for school fees and contacts. SCHOOL DATE Next Level Stickhandling June 18 - 21 Downriver Hockey Academy June 18 (2 wks) July 30 (2 wks) Andy Greene Hockey School July 30 – Aug. 3 Mitch Korn Goalie School Aug. 24 - 26 Additional Hockey Schools to be announced. High School Hockey The Trenton “Trojans”, along with the Riverview “Pirates”, Gibraltar Carlson “Marauders” and the Grosse Ile “Red Devils” hockey teams call Kennedy Recreation Center home. The season kicks off at the end of November. Game tickets available at the schools and at the door. Drop-in Hockey Improve your ice hockey skills during Drop-in Hockey. Both adult and youth sessions are offered at various times during the season. All players must wear “full equipment.” For dates, times and fees, call (734) 676-7172. 27 USFSA Skating Lessons Trenton’s Figure Skating Program is now affiliated with the United States Figure Skating Association. The teaching methods and standards used by our USFSA certified staff will be based upon the USFSA basic skills program, bringing our program in line with the nationally recognized skating standards. Group lessons for boys, girls and adults, ages 3 and up, will teach the basic fundamentals of ice skating for both hockey and figure skaters. Six-week sessions will be held. Synchronized skating teams will practice on Sundays. An annual $10 USFSA individual membership fee, which includes a USFSA membership kit, will be assessed per skater with the first registration of the season. Skaters who participate in the 2nd session can take part in the Ice Show. Fall sessions begin in September. Contact the Recreation Department in August for class fees and times. Freestyle Practice This is a great opportunity for figure skaters to get some extra practice in. Private coaches may work with individuals or you can work on your own as try to improve all your jumps. Each session is limited to 25 skaters. Cost is $10 per skater per hour. Check in online or at the arena for the latest schedule. Senior Drop-in Skate Skate the day away! Come on in to the Kennedy Recreation Center to skate Tuesdays and Thursday mornings. Bring your skates or rent a pair. Make the best of a snowy day or cool off from a summer scorcher. Adult Hockey League Adult Hockey is the fastest growing sport in South Eastern Michigan, are you part of it? There are opportunities for all skill and competition levels. Michigan Sports Enterprises will offer Fall/Winter, Spring and Summer Leagues. There is also Adult learn to Play classes available as well. The Over 30 Hockey league is also in full swing. Check out their website at www.trentonover30. com. Trenton Hockey Association The Trenton Hockey Association offers boys and girls an opportunity to play both house and travel hockey at the Kennedy Recreation Center. THA has a long-standing tradition for developing fundamentally sound hockey players. THA is a volunteer-based association. Coaches and board members are always needed. Youth, between the ages of 4-18 (as of December 31, 2012), are eligible. Registration for the 2012-2013 season has already taken place. For late registration contact any THA Board Member or visit www.trentonhockey.org. recreation kennedy on-ice! Register online at www.trentonmi.org recreation kennedy events MIHL Prep Hockey Showcase February 7, 8, 9, 2013 The City of Trenton has once again partnered with the Michigan Interscholastic High School Hockey League to provide the largest High School Hockey Display in Michigan. The top 40 teams from the State of Michigan and beyond are on display for all to view over one weekend of fun and excitement. Local teams Trenton, Grosse Ile and Riverview participated in last years events with teams as far away as Marquette. There are many opportunities to help these students and the City of Trenton, volunteering and sponsor opportunities are available by calling 734676-7172. Holidays Rock at Kennedy Halloween Scary Skate ● October 26, 2012 Join the ghost and goblins for the 9th Annual Scary Skate. This event is available for all ages. Spend the evening with fun games and more. Wear your costume, grab some skates and find a bag, your going to have a goblin good time. Contact the arena office for times. Thanksgiving Turkey Bowling ● November 17, 2012 Gobble, gobble, gobble. . .Trot over to the Kennedy Recreation Center for the Turkey Bowl! Bowling lanes will be set-up on the ice for skaters to take a gander at Turkey bowling! You don’t need to bring your bowling ball, we’ll provide the turkey! It’s sure to be a hoot! In addition, there will be open skating, turkey trot races, a turkey shoot and more fowl fun for all ages! Bring a canned good for the Trenton Food Pantry and receive a $1.00 discount off admission! For event info contact arena office. Skating Exhibition & Skate With Santa Enjoy an entertaining afternoon of skating performed by our very own Recreation Figure Skaters! Skaters will perform solo, duo and group features as a special holiday gift to neighbors, family and friends. Bring your skates along for a Skate with Santa following the exhibition! For event date and time call (734) 676-7172. Make this event a part of your holiday tradition. Jamboree on Ice 28 No need to travel out of town to enjoy an ice show production. The Trenton Figure Skaters will dazzle the crowd during the Annual Ice Show. Over 100 skaters will participate in this spring ice spectacular. Skaters must participate in the 2nd session of lessons to be eligible. Show tickets will be on sale in February and can be purchased at the Recreation office and at the Kennedy Recreation Center. Show dates to be determined. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! 29 New! Sit & Be Fit! If limited physical mobility prohibits you from participating in traditional fitness programs, this class is for you! Our Fitness Specialist, Debbie Barnes, has designed this class to improve your core strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, circulation and reaction time with the assistance of a chair. A variety of uplifting music, combined with fun rehabilititive movements, make this a good middle-of-the-road, full body workout. Classes are held at the Kennedy Recreation Center Dance Studio on Mondays from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. (Limit 12 students) Session 1: Sept. 10-Oct. 22 (7 wks) Register: Beg. Aug. 27 Session 2: Oct. 29-Dec. 10 Register: Beg. Oct. 15 (ex. 11/19-6 wks) Session 3: Jan. 7-Feb. 11 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Dec. 26 Session 4: Feb. 18-Mar. 25 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Feb. 5 Session 5: Apr. 8-May 27 (8 wks) Register: Beg. Mar. 25 Resident Fee: $30 (6 wks), $35 (7 wks), $40 (8 wks) Non-resident: $36 (6 wks), $42 (7 wks), $48 (8 wks) New! Start UP Senior Aerobics Studies show that regular physical activity at all ages is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This safe and effective class is designed for the active adult, ages fifty-something and up. The main goal of this class is to improve strength and embrace active aging. Certified Fitness Specialist, Debbie Barnes, will show you how! Slip on your ‘Silver Sneakers’ and join us Tuesdays at Westfield and Thursdays at Kennedy Recreation Center at 7:30 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. Session 1: Sept. 11-Oct. 25 (7 wks) Register:Beg. Aug. 27 Session 2: Oct. 30-Dec. 13 (ex. 11/20-22-6 wks) Register: Beg. Oct. 15 Session 3: Jan. 8-Feb. 14 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Dec. 26 Session 4: Feb. 19-Mar. 28 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Feb. 5 Session 5: Apr. 9-May 30 (8 wks) Register: Beg. Mar. 25 Resident Fee: $24 (6 wks), $28 (7 wks), $32 (8 wks) Non-resident: $30 (6 wks), $35 (7 wks), $40 (8 wks) Burn and Firm Circuit training is the best way to slim down and build muscle at the same time. Join us for an efficient maximum-calorie workout that will tone your whole body. Packed with solid conditioning exercises that will define, tone and strengthen your muscles and your heart. Join the fight and improve your life. Safe and effective modifications are shown for all fitness levels. Bring a mat and 3-8 pound hand weights. Classes are held Tuesdays or Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Anderson School gym. For maximum benefit, sign up for both classes. Session 1: Sept. 11-13-Oct. 21-23 (7 wks) Register:Beg. Aug. 27 Session 2: Oct. 30-Nov. 1-Dec. 11-13 Register: Beg. Oct. 15 (ex. 11/20-22-6 wks) Session 3: Jan. 8-10-Feb. 14-16 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Dec. 26 Session 4: Feb. 19-21-Mar. 26-28 (6 wks) Register: Beg. Feb. 5 Session 5: Apr. 9-11-May 28-30 (8 wks) Register: Beg. Mar. 25 Resident Fee: $32 (8 wks), $28 (7 wks), $24 (6 wks) Non-Resident: $45 (8 wks), $35 (7 wks), $30 (6 wks) For individuals who have not been exercising, starting out can be intimidating. Our Fitness Specialist, Debbie Barnes, has created this class with this in mind. Small class size and individual attention make this the perfect class to get you ready for a more advanced exercise regime. Classes is held at the Kennedy Recreation Center Dance Studio on Wednesdays from 9:30 10:30 a.m. (Limit 10 students) Session 1: Sept. 12 – Oct. 24 Register: Beg. Aug. 27 (7 wks) Session 2: Oct. 31 - Dec. 12 ex. 11/21 Register: Beg. Oct. 15 (6 wks) Session 3: Jan. 9 – Feb. 13 Register: Beg. Dec. 26 (6 wks) Session 4: Feb. 20 - Mar. 27 Register: Beg. Feb. 5 (6 wks) Session 5: Apr. 10 - May 29 Register: Beg. Mar. 26 (8 wks) Resident Fee: $30 (6 wks) $35 ( 7 wks) $40 (8 wks) Non-Resident: $36 (6 wks) $42 (7 wks) $48 (8 wks) health fitness wellness Register online at www.trentonmi.org health fitness wellness Chair Yoga Interested in experiencing the many benefits of yoga, but cannot easily sit on the floor? Certified Yoga Instructor, Marie Corless, will teach you to relax, breathe deeply, become more flexible, and get a total body workout through yoga techniques with the help of a chair. The chair will be used to sit on, for balance when standing, and to occasionally help get onto and up from the floor. Classes are held on Wednesday mornings at 10:15 a.m. at Westfield. For fees and schedule, call 675-0063. Tai Chi Easy Tai Chi Easy was created by reviewing the most popular and beneficial forms of traditional Tai Chi to come up with a set of practices that are easy to teach and learn. Each 60 minute class will include gentle movement along with breathing exercises, self-applied massage, and relaxation methods. The compilation of practices is the Vitality Enhancement method. Tai Chi Easy helps reduce stress, improve balance, lower blood pressure, improve immune system function and increase mental focus. Classes held Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Teifer Building or Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the Kennedy Recreation Center Dance Studio. Session 1: Sept. 18 – Oct. 25 Register: Beginning Sept. 4 Session 2: Jan. 8 – Feb. 14 Register: Beginning Dec. 17 Session 3: Feb. 19 – March 28 Register: Beginning Feb. 4 Session 4: April 9 – May 16 Register: Beginning March 25 Resident Fee: $55, Non-Resident: $65 Beginning and Continuing Yoga No need to travel to far-away lands to experience all the benefits of Yoga! At our own Westfield Center, you can learn how to calm your mind...release tensions...develop greater focus...become more flexible...and develop a sense of well-being: physically, mentally & spiritually. Patti Nevin has been teaching Yoga for over 25 years and takes special care with her students to ensure everyone experiences the positive benefits of Yoga. Each Session is appropriate for beginners, as well as offers challenges for continuing students. Each Session is autonomous: previous classes are not required. Classes are held Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., in the Fireplace Room of Westfield Center. PLEASE NOTE: * Please wear layered & comfy, stretchable clothing, and bring: an exercise mat...strap or old tie...water bottle...and a FIRM blanket. A “sticky mat” is preferred, but not required. Eat lightly 2 – 3 hours before class. Session 1: Sept. 5 – Oct. 10 Register: Beg. August 20 Session 2: Oct. 24 – Dec. 5 Register: Beg. October 8 Session 3: Jan. 9 – Feb. 13 Register: Beg. December 17 Session 4: Feb. 27 – Mar. 27 (5 wks) Register: Beg. February 11 Session 5: April 10 – May 15 Register: Beg. April 1 Resident Fee: $30 (5 wks) $36 (6 wks) Non-Resident: $35 (5 wks) $42 (6 wks) Meditation Class 30 Learn to better understand your mind, and transcend your ‘mind chatter’. Work with skills to be “a center of calm” even when it’s chaotic all around you. Learn these skills and much more with Meditation classes. You can sit comfortably in a chair, or on the floor, whichever you prefer. If you choose to sit on the floor, bring a firm cushion or blanket. Bring a notebook to take notes. We will explore different techniques, have discussions, as well as questions & answers, and, 2 - 3 Meditations per evening. Patti Nevin will facilitate these classes on Wednesdays, at the Westfield Center, from 7:45 – 9:15 PM. Session 1: Sept. 5 – Oct. 10 Register: Beginning August 20 Session 2: Oct. 24 – Dec. 5 Register: Beginning October 8 Session 3: Jan. 9 – Feb. 13 (5 wks) Register: Beginning December 17 Session 4: Feb. 27 – Mar. 27 (5 wks) Register: Beginning February 11 Session 5: April 10 – May 15 Register: Beginning April 1 Resident Fee: $30 (5 wks) $36 (6 wks) Non-Resident: $35 (5 wks) $42 (6 wks) Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! 31 New! Target Toning Brazil Butt Lift & Tummy Tuck This is a workout that focuses on your trouble zones: batwing arms, saddlebags, and muffin tops. You will feel the burn and get results fast! It’s a great way to exercise when you are short on time. Slip into your “skinny” jeans and tank top with confidence. Please bring light hand weights (3 lb. weights work best for most), exercise mat for floor work, and a big old sock. Classes are held at Hedke Gym from 6-7 p.m. 8 weeks. Session 1: Sept. 19 – Nov. 7 , Register: Beg. Aug. 27 Session 2: Jan. 16 – Mar. 6, Register: Beg. Dec. 26 Session 3: Apr. 10 – May 29, Register: Beg. Mar. 25 Resident Fee: $49, Non-Resident: $59 Resident Drop-In Voucher: $7.50 Non-Resident Drop-In Voucher: $8.00 (Drop-in vouchers must be purchased in advance at Rec. Office) Theatre Dance Camp Learn the basics of musical theatre, as well as acting and stage make-up at this week-long camp. A different popular musical will be highlighted each day including: Hairspray, Lion King and Mary Poppins. Become a character from your favorite musical. It is sure to be a moving experience! Snacks provided. Held at Kennedy Recreation Center mezzanine. Session: August 6-10 Ages 5-7: 1:00-2:30 p.m. Fee: $55 resident, $65 non-resident Ages 8-up: 11:15-12:45 p.m. Fee: $60 resident, $70 non-resident Register:Begins May 21, www.trentonmi.org Princess Dance Camp It’s every child’s dream to dance like a princess. This week-long camp will introduce children to four dance styles including Ballet, Tap, Jazz/Hip Hop and Hula! Each dancer will receive a tiara and fairy dust, plus an additional gift each day. Held at Kennedy Recreation Center mezzanine. Ages 3-4: 10-11 a.m. Fee: $50 resident, $60 non-resident Ages 5-7: 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Fee: $55 resident, $65 non-resident Ages 8-up: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Fee: $55 resident, $65 non-resident Session: August 6-10 Register:Beginning May 21, www.trentonmi.org Walk Michigan Walk your way to a healthy life! Register at the Westfield Center before 5 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, May 29 through November 1. Enjoy the scenic route along the bike path in South McLouth Park. This free program is open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program turns indoors November 6-May 23 at the Trenton High School every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 5 p.m. Zumba ZUMBA® is a fusion of Latin and International music - dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! Zumba® utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. Dance your way fit this year! Classes held on Mondays, 7-8 p.m. at Anderson Gym, September through May and Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Kennedy Recreation Center year round. (6 week sessions) Session 1: Sept. 17-Oct. 22 Register: Beg. Sept. 4 Session 2: Nov. 5-Dec. 10 Register: Beg. Oct. 22 Session 3: Jan. 7-Feb. 25 Register: Beg. Dec. 26 (ex. Feb. 18) Session 4: Mar. 4-apr. 15 Register: Beg. Feb. 19 (ex. Apr. 1) Session 5: Apr. 22-June 3 Register: Beg. Apr. 8 (ex. May 27) Resident Fee: $36 week, Non-Resident: $46 week Free Zumba Class Not sure if Zumba is right for you? Try it on for size. sign up for one of our free classes to see if it fits your fitness needs. To register, call the Recreation office at (734) 675-7300. Session 1: Sept. 10 - 7 p.m. Session 2: Jan. 7 - 7 p.m. health fitness wellness Register online at www.trentonmi.org boat marina launch Elizabeth Park Marina Boat Launch Information The City of Trenton has entered an agreement with Wayne County to manage and operate the Elizabeth Park Marina and Boat Launch facility. This one-year contract was effective January 2012. The Parks and Recreation Department, responsibile for overseeing the operation, is committed to providing excellent service and a seemless transition for area boaters. The Detroit River offers some of Michigan's finest fishing and Elizabeth Park Marina puts you right in the action. Elizabeth Park Marina and Boat Launch provides four launching, four loading wells and a 52-slip mooring facility. The facility has utility hookup, pump station and new shower facility. This award-winning transient marina was built in 1993 through an Urban Waterways Grant. Improvements at the marina include a new Boats 29’ & Under Boats 30’ & over shower facility and parking lot en- Marina Mooring Rates hancement. We are excited about Daily Transient $25.00 $25.00 these new features. The Marina is Weekly Transient $90.00 $110.00 open 24 hours a day from April 1 Pump Out Rate $5.00 $5.00 to October 31. Elizabeth Park Marina is located east of I-75, south of Seasonal $250 Deposit for all seasonal docking West Road, on the corner of West 1st payment due April 1 $800.00 $1,000.00 Jefferson and Van Horn Road. 2nd payment due July 1 $800.00 $1,000.00 Phone Number - 734-675-8051 Boat Launch Fees $5.00 $5.00 202 Grosse Ile Pkwy Senior Citizen 62 & up $2.00 $2.00 Trenton, MI 48183 M-F, excluding holidays Rotary Park Boat Launch Elizabeth Park 2012 permits, for the facility located at Rotary Park, are available at the Recreation Office. Present your boat and trailer registration to obtain a yearly permit. The fee is $35 resident and $70 non-resident. Daily permits are available for $7 at the Recreation Office during business hours or at Trenton Police Department 24 hours a day. Permits for 2013 on sale March 1, 2013. Boating Safety 32 Sheriff ’s Department Marine Unit is conducting Boating Safety Courses at the Westfield Center. Each session consists of 2 classes. The first evening students will receive course materials and instruction in boating safety. The second evening, students will complete the final exam and receive certificates when successfully completed. For info on class schedule, fees and registration call (734) 675-2660 or www.waynecounty. com/boatsafe. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! Dedicated in 1919 by the Slocum family, Elizabeth Park marked the start of Wayne County Parks. this 162 acre park offers a variety of activities such as softball, cycling, kayaking, hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing and skating as well as family friendly special events year-round. For info contact (734) 261-1990. Kayak Rentals Watch for kayak rentals coming to Elizabeth Park this summer! Through a partnership with Wayne County Parks and Riverside Kayak Connection, weekend kayak rentals will be available ThursdayFriday 3-7pm and Saturday-Sunday 11am-5pm, weather permitting. Kayak fishing boats will be available! For info contact Riverside Kayak Connection at (734) 285-2925 or online at riversidekayak.com, facebook, twitter, blog. Bicycle Helmets Safety first! Before you take that bike ride, stop by the Recreation Center during business hours and purchase a bicycle helmet for only $10. Play it safe, wear a helmet. Picnic Facilities Trenton residents can reserve use of park picnic shelters located at N. McLouth, Meyer Ellias, Lions and Tefend Parks free of charge. Make reservations at (734) 675-7300. Beer and wine, with the exception of N. McLouth Park, is permissible by permit only. A valid permit required. Off-Road Vehicle Safety Do you have an off-road vehicle or ATV? This class is a must! The Wayne County Sheriff ’s Marine Unit will conduct Off-Road Vehicle Safety Courses at the Westfield Center. Each session consists of two classes. Students must attend both nights to complete the course. The first evening, students will receive course materials and instruction in off-road vehicle safety. The second evening, students will complete final exam and receive certificates when completed. For class schedule, fees and registration call (734) 675-2660. Snowmobile Safety Course Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! We’re offering a Snowmobile Safety Class at the Westfield Center. In cooperation with the DNR, this course is open to persons of all ages, but is required for students age 12-17 who want to operate a snowmobile without direct adult supervision. To earn your certificate, students must attend the entire class, pass a written exam and be 12 years of age or older. Classes are taught by a State certified instructor. For class dates and times please contact the recreation office in September. No refunds will be issued. Free Kayak Demo Here’s a great way to get your feet wet! Riverside Kayak Connection has teamed-up with Trenton P & R to offer a free demo kayak day. Riverside Kayak’s friendly, knowledgeable staff will be on hand to guide you through the process of fitting a life jacket, picking a paddle and finding a boat that is perfect for you. Beginners can start with our most stable recreation boats and test all day, maybe even discovering their love for a sea kayak. More experienced paddlers can test the newest models and see what is available in the land of expedition sea kayaking. All equipment is provided. Waiver and wrist band required to demo any boats - please sign in at the registration tent upon arrival. Come prepared to get wet. Everyone welcome! Rain or shine. FREE Date: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Elizabeth Park (In conjunction with Mid-Summer Festival) Mid-Summer Kayak Tour Wildlife Refuge 33 The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge (IWR) is located along the lower Detroit River and western shoreline of Lake Erie. The refuge, part of the National Wildlife Refuge System and managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, is one of over 540 national wildlife refuges. It was established in 2001 as the first International Wildlife Refuge in North America. The refuge includes islands, coastal wetlands, marshes, shoals, and waterfront lands along 48 miles of shoreline. Its location is unique, situated in a major metropolitan area. The refuge obtained the Humbug complex, made up of Humbug Island, Humbug Marsh, and adjacent undeveloped upland habitats, in 2004. It includes 410 acres of unique fish and wildlife habitats in Trenton and Gibraltar, Michigan. Humbug Marsh represents the last mile of natural shoreline on the U.S. mainland of the Detroit River. Because the wetlands of the Humbug complex are home to such a high diversity of fish and wildlife, it has been identified as Michigan’s only “wetland of international importance” under the international Ramsar Convention - nothing like it exists anywhere outside the Great Lakes. For info visit www.fws.gov/midwest/detroitriver. Green Fire Documentary On Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 7 p.m., the City of Trenton, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance, and the U.S. Forest Service will host a free screening of a new film called “Green Fire”, the award winning documentary made about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold, at the Trenton Village Theatre. The film explores Aldo Leopold’s life in the early part of the twentieth century and the many ways his land ethic idea continues to be applied all over the world today. Discussion and reception to follow. For additional info contact 734-692-7608. Join the kayaking tour from Elizabeth Park in Trenton. This tour is in conjunction with Trenton’s Mid-Summer Festival. For registration information call (734) 285-2925. For additional info about the festival, visit www.trentonmid-summer.com. Date: Sunday, July 15, 2012, 3-5pm Fee: $35 per person outdoor recreation Register online at www.trentonmi.org green info 34 Automotive Storm Water Runoff Pollution comes from: • Take used motor oil and antifreeze to gas stations that accept recyclable automotive fluids, or to a hazardous materials collection center. Did you know that dumping one quart of motor oil down a storm drain contaminates 250,000 gallons of water? • Have your car maintained regularly to prevent oil, antifreeze and fluid leaks. • Reduce automotive emissions through routine auto maintenance, ride sharing and public transportation. • Conserve water when washing your car and use biodegradable soap. Clean engines at a “Do It Yourself Car Wash” where the drainage is not connected to the storm drain. • You can control pollution by supporting City and County activities to keep your streets clean. You can help by participating in recycling, river clean-ups, and the proper disposal of hazardous materials. • Automotive leaks and spills. • Disposal of used oil and other engine fluids down the storm drain. • Metals in vehicle exhaust, paint, rust, metal plating and tires. Storm Water Runoff Pollution • Pesticides, herbicides and fertilizand what YOU can do to stop it! ers from lawns, gardens and farms. • Before you pour anything into the • Improper disposal of cleaners, street or down the storm drains, stop paint and paint removers. and think! Storm Drains go directly • Soil erosion and dust debris from into creeks and through wetlands into landscape and construction activithe Detroit River and the Great Lakes. ties. • Trash, lawn clippings, animal waste You may not know... and other organic matter. Stewardship • Anything we use in our home, car • Oil stains on parking lots and • We are all stewards of the environand business like motor oil, paint, paved surfaces. ment. It is not ours to use as we wish, pesticides, fertilizers and cleaners can but for us to use for the benefit of accidentally wind up in the street. A Home Maintenance all, including generations to come. little water from rain or a garden hose • Buy household products such Maintenance and the improvement of can carry automotive and household as cleaners and furniture polish our waterways is the responsibility of materials through the storm drain pollabeled “non-toxic”. Use small everyone so that our impact does not luting rivers, wetlands and the Great quantities and purchase only the cause harm for the future. Lakes. Storm drains are there to drain amount you need. • Since many businesses and residents water off the streets and yards-not for • Properly use and store all toxic are unaware of the storm water runoff disposal of hazardous materials. products, including cleaners, problem, encourage neighbors and cosolvents and paints. Use up paint Where does it go? workers to be careful in not polluting cleaners and other products or • These pollutants within our watershed the storm drain system. share with a neighbor. flow with storm water through the • Everyone needs to participate in order • Take household hazardous materisewer system into creeks, drains and to keep our waterfronts, wetlands, als and containers to a hazardous outfall into the Detroit River and into and rivers clean. Everyone working material collection center. Lake Erie. This type of pollution is together can make a difference. • Use kitty litter or other absorbent called Storm Water Runoff Pollution materials to clean spills. DependOwnership of Storage System and is a major source of pollutants in ing on the substance, dispose • The City owns, operates, and mainour waterways that endanger wildlife, absorbents in the trash can or at tains the storm sewer and public drainrecreational use, and drinking water. a hazardous materials collection age system within the City. Regular What is a Watershed? center. cleaning & repairs as well as upgrades • A watershed is a geographical area • Rinse water based paint brushes when needed are required to keep bounded by high elevation lines. Any in the sink. Filter and reuse paint the system functioning properly and rain water or snow melt falling into this thinner or brush cleaners. Dispose reduce the amount of sedimentation geographical area will travel overland, of used thinner, oil and latex paint and pollution entering the waterways. into storm sewers, creeks, drains, rivers, at a hazardous materials collection • We have a Certificate of Coverage and ultimately into Lake Erie. The City center. under a jurisdictional permit for sepaof Trenton sheds water into the Blakley • Recycle reusable materials. Throw rated storm water municipal discharge Drain, Frank and Poet Drain and the litter into trash cans - keep cans from the National Pollution Discharge Detroit River. All of these empty into tightly covered to prevent foraging Elimination System (NPDES). Also, Lake Erie in the City of Gibraltar. by animals. the City has a Storm Water Phase II What is Storm Water Runoff permit from the Michigan Department Lawn and Garden of Environmental Quality (MDEQ). Pollution? • Use pesticides, herbicides and As such, we are required to educate • Storm water runoff refers to seasonal fertilizers in accordance with label the public about our watershed, storm rainfall flows and snowmelts in the instructions. Do not apply before water runoff and where storm water spring. It is very noticeable during a rain and dispose leftovers at a and pollutants ultimately discharge heavy rain storm when large volumes hazardous materials collection ceninto the lake system. A Public Educaof water drain off paved areas. Runoff ter. Buy lawn fertilizers that are tion Program (PEP) has been put into pollution can happen anytime of the phosphorus-free for regular use. effect in order to achieve these goals. year when excessive water use from irUse of a pH test to determine the rigation, car washing and other sources appropriate level of phosphorus Report Pollution carry trash, lawn clippings and other application, if any, is recommend- • Now that you have a better underurban pollutants into storm drains. ed. standing of where pollution comes • Use a broom rather than a hose from and what causes it, you can help How is it different from other to clean up garden clippings. Put to reduce pollution by reporting probforms of water pollution? leaves and clippings in a yard waste lem areas. The sooner these problems • Storm Water Runoff Pollution can receptacle or a compost pile. are reported the sooner they can be include anything that washes into the • Divert down spouts and garden eliminated and reduce impact to the storm drain from the community. Unhoses from paved surfaces onto environment. Contact Trenton Engilike water pollution linked to factories grass to allow water to filter neering at 675-8251 to ask questions, or sewage treatment plants; this type through the soil. Water only your or to report pollution. Wayne County can come from city streets, neighborlawn and garden also offers a 24 hour environmental hoods, farms, construction sites and • Pick up animal waste and dispose hotline to report pollution after norparking lots. in the trash can. mal business hours 1-888-223-2363. Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! 35 Transfer Station Recycling Center The City’s Transfer Station at 1801 Van Horn Rd. is available free of charge for Trenton residents who wish to dispose of residential rubbish only. Yard waste, newspaper, magazines, plastic containers, empty clear glass, tin, cardboard, paperboard, aluminum cans, phone books and used motor oil will be accepted for recycling. Trenton businesses, apartment owners and Trenton contractors may use the Transfer Station but will be assessed a charge of $35 per cubic yard with a $75 minimum charge. Proof of residency is required. Please note that refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers and tires cannot be disposed of by residents at the Transfer Station. Call for a special pick-up to dispose of these items. It is a violation of ordinance 74-49 to allow a non-resident to gain access to the Transfer Station using a resident’s identification. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 675-8470. Yard Waste Recycling Curbside collection of yard waste begins in Mid-April and continues thru Thanksgiving, depending on weather. State & Federal regulations prohibit disposal of yard waste in regular trash. Curbside pickup of yard waste on your trash day will only be available by utilizing the “Yard Waste” carts that may be purchased at the D.P.S. office for $75.00 (Cash or check). Neighbors may consider sharing a yard waste cart. Brush & Leaf Collection Thursday is city-wide brush collection day. A $10 fee will be billed for each stop. Please separate brush from other debris and locate it away from overhead obstructions such as wires, trees, etc. Smaller quantities of brush and leaves can be included with your regular “Yard Waste” collection. Curbside leaf collection begins in October and ends in mid-December, weather permitting. Leaves collected at other times will result in a loader pick-up fee of $35 per cubic yard. Call 675-5496. Automated Trash Collection Trenton has modernized residential trash collection. Each residence was provided one (1) brown 95 gallon trash cart for household trash. Additional carts can be purchased at the D.P.S. office(1431 West Rd.) for $75.00 cash or check. Containers are identified with a serial number that is recorded as assigned to the residence. Residential Rubbish Collection Rules Set household rubbish at the curb (front pickup) in 95 gallon carts or at the edge of the alley (rear pickup) at sundown on the eve of the collection day or before 7 a.m. on the scheduled day. Remove containers the same day according to City Municipal Code (Art. II Sec.74-39) • Use only city issued 95 gallon trash carts. Refuse containers shall be adequate in number for dwelling, not overfilled and tightly covered when not in use. • On-board cameras record packer movements and loading operation. • Wrap garbage in newspaper or placed in garbage bags to prevent refuse from freezing to carts in cold weather, keeping carts cleaner. • Yard waste must be separate from household rubbish. • Occupant/property owner may be held responsible for litter on property in the City. Rubbish cannot be picked up on private property. • On collection day, keep vehicles off the road especially on courts. • Paint cans and used oil cannot be collected with regular rubbish. Take items to the recycling drop-off center. Unused latex paint may be harden by removing the lid and adding kitty litter or dry sand. • For the health and safety of all, do not dispose of needles or sharps in regular trash. They can be dropped off at the fire stations. Holiday Rubbish Collection Rubbish will be collected one day later than normal and into Saturday of the holiday week as necessary. The affected holidays for 2012/2013 will include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving. Normal rubbish collection will take place during Christmas and New Years week. President’s Day and Veteran’s Day will not have any change in weekly schedules. Refrigerant Removal A $45 recycling sticker must be purchased from D.P.S. to dispose of any refrigerant charged appliance including refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers. Once this sticker is placed on the appliance it will be scheduled for pick-up. These appliances cannot be accepted at transfer station. Water • Final reading - $35.00 • When water service is turned on or shut-off a $35.00 fee will be charged. If this is done in conjunction with a final reading, the charge will be $45.00 • Minimum charge per billing cycle is $20.00 Trees Eligible residents that request a tree be planted between the curb and sidewalk will be charged a nominal fee of $50.00 to partially cover the cost of the tree. Residents will get a letter explaining the care and nurturing process of a “new” tree. Special/Loader Pick-up Bulky items too large or too heavy to be placed in a trash cart, require a special pick-up request. A $10 fee will be billed for each stop. Please locate special pickups away from overhead obstructions such as wires, trees, etc. Debris that must be collected with a front loader such as concrete, dirt, bricks, sod or loose leaves will be picked up at a cost of $35 per cubic yard with a $35 minimum charge. Pickup schedules may vary, call 675-5496. city services Register online at www.trentonmi.org parks facilities Get back to nature in Trenton Parks There’s nothing better than the great outdoors and Trenton offers plenty of opportunitites to enjoy all the healthy benefits of outdoor recreation. From the large community parks to the neighborhood tot lots totaling 21, there are many opportunities for families to experience traditional and non-traditional types of activities that encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. There’s no limit to the fun you can have. So what are you waiting for? The time is now to seek out healthy, active outdoor lives and embrace our public parks, refuges and water. Best of all, it’s free! City Park Rules & Regulations Trenton’s park system offers a variety of activities for residents, plus a place for families to gather for picnics and other outdoor activities. To ensure safety and enjoyment, please adhere to the following rules. • City Parks are open to the public from 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Only persons receiving special permission from Trenton City Council may remain in park after hours. • Motor vehicles are permitted in designated parking areas only. Vehicles in unauthorized areas will be removed and/or impounded by Trenton Police. • Dogs must be on a leash not more than 6 ft. in length. • City ordinance prohibits interfering with animals or nests in City Parks, engaging in sports, games etc. in other than designated areas, offering articles for sale in City Parks, littering on public or private property, and riding horses, mules or ponies in City Parks. • Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in City Parks unless a permit has been issued upon written request. 36 Parks 1. Affholter - B, SF, T, P 2. Haas - B, AB, BB, T, RB, P 3. Rotary - PF, SB, BB, BL, P 4. Kennedy - B, BP, OS, SF, BB, A, RB, P 5. Lathrop - B 6. Lexington - P, BP 7. Lions - B, PF, P 8. MacArthur - BB, P 9. N. McLouth - PF, BP, SF, P 10. S. McLouth - B, BB, BP, P 11. Meyer Ellias - PF, BB, P 12. Slocum Truax - T, B, FT, BB 13. Tefend, - B, PF, P 14. Teifer, - B, AB, P 16. Williamson - P Tot Lots 17. Cambridge, P 18. Cora, P 19. Emeline, P 20. Syckelmoore, P 22. Southwicke Square, P Schools 23. Anderson- T, B, SF, BB 24. Hedke - B, BB, SF 25. High School - IS, T, B 26. Arthurs- IS, T, BB, B, SF 28. Taylor - B, SF Other 29. City Hall 30. Cultural Center 31. Dept. Public Service 33. Historical Museum 34. Library 35. Police/Fire 35. Fire Station 1 36. Fire Station 2 37. Theatre 38. Waste-Water Treatment 40. Westfield Be A Tourist In Your Own Town! 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Michael 2013 West Road 676-9003 Metro Shores Credit Union * 2360 West Jefferson 676-8666 Monroe Bank and Trust 2410 West Road 675-3280 O’Brien Financial, Dennis 2100 West Road 675-0070 Plonka CPA, Arthur J. 133 West Road 671-6880 PNC Bank 2189 West Road 676-4780 PNC Bank 1725 King Road 671-4760 Raymond James Investments 2100 West Road 675-0070 Riverside Financial Advisors 2662 Riverside 676-3807 Shore to Shore Community Federal Credit Union* 4550 Division 675-3100 Florist Old’s Flower Shop 2041 West Road 671-1488 Touch of Glass Flowers 3254 West Road 671-0500 Funeral Homes Martenson Funeral Home* 3200 West Road 671-5400 Ridge, Ralph W. 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Mans & Sons 3300 West Jefferson 676-3000 Sherwin-Williams Co 3460 West Road 675-2066 Dee’s Custom Upholstery 3412 West Jefferson 675-5799 Designs by Beth 2920 West Jefferson 671-2922 Lighthouse of Trenton, Inc.* 1595 West Road 676-7922 39 Industrial Solutia, Inc. 5045 West Jefferson 671-4549 Better Welding & Fabricating 1716 Camelot Trenton Forging 5523 Hoover 675-1620 Packline 1675 Fritz 692-7800 Fritz Enterprises 1650 West Jefferson 692-4231 Wayne Tool & Supply 1310 West Road 675-7055 Danou Enterprises P.O. Box 637 313-388-4160 Michigan Foundation Co. One West Jefferson 282-9100 Insurance AAA Michigan 3520 West Road 692-0880 Allstate Insurance 2210 West Road 676-1400 Buhl Insurance 3701 West Road 676-0100 Frost Insurance Agency 1570 Kingsway Court 692-6400 Kaiser Associates, Charles 3225 Van Horn, Suite 100 692-6607 LA Insurance 3300 West Rd. 307-7458 trenton business directory Register online at www.trentonmi.org trenton business directory Your Source For ANSWERS ?? ? ?? 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Box 161 676-6540 Veterans of Foreign Wars #1888* 2763 Veterans Parkway 676-9330 Storage Downriver Guidance Center 1680 Fort Street 287-1702 Medical Rehab Services 1650 Fort Street #A 675-6755 Medical Therapy Resources 1675 Kingsway Court 676-6812 Musculary Therapy Clinic 3133 Van Horn 671-4987 Oakwood Southshore Rehabilitation 2707 West Jefferson 692-5903 Sports Medics 1650 Fort Street #C 675-6755 Trenton Physical Therapy 2901 West Road 671-1840 Ultimate Health Systems 1545 Kingsway Ct., #2020 671-3961 43 The Power of Your Community is right behind you. Every time you turn to DTE Energy to make your life more comfortable, thousands of your friends and neighbors are right there making it happen. That’s thousands of Michigan-based DTE Energy workers providing you with the level of service and dependability you’ve come to expect for over a century. And we’re also right behind you when it comes to community support: donating more than seven million dollars a year to community causes. Utility Ameritech Telephone Co. 2851 West Road 671-7528 Cingular Wireless 3050 Van Horn 675-1600 DTE Energy- Channel Plant* 4695 West Jefferson 692-5201 Riverside Telecom 5553 Wilson 675-5576 Box N Lox Storage 1350 West Road 692-4175 Ellias Storage 4060 West Jefferson RA Self Storage 5620 Hoover Rd 676-3591 U-Stow-N-Lock 2447 Fort Street 676-4811 Technology C & K Computers 1801 S. Trenton 692-0220 Logical Solutions 3961 Trumbull 934-9238 RCM Laser Tech Inc. 2837 West Jefferson 692-8979 Therapy Advanced Physical Therapy 1570 Kingsway Court 676-7400 Balanced Therapy 1811 King Road 313-389-1692 trenton business directory Register online at www.trentonmi.org 8 Earth Day City Council Meeting 8pm 29 22 15 Registration begins: Zumba www.trentonmi.org City Council Meeting 8pm April Fool’s Day Registration begins: Yoga, Meditation www.trentonmi.org 1 sun mon 5 6 fri 4 thu 3 wed 2 27 sat City-Wide Garage Sale 8am-4pm Bretton Village Open House 10am-1pm 20 13 Arbor Day Last day to register for City-Wide Garage Sale Adult Softball 26 19 12 25 18 11 Administrative Professional Day 24 17 10 30 23 16 9 tue April 2013 7 14 21 City-Wide Garage Sale 8am-4pm 28 City Wide Garage Sale April 20-21, 2013 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Get on the Map! Register your sale by April 12th! Registration forms available at City Hall and at www.trentonmi.org. Sponsored by Trenton Civic Commission Purchase maps on Saturday of sale at City Hall and Westfield For information call (734) 675-7300 1525 Camelot Drive Trenton, MI 48183 734-676-6177 www.brettonvillage.com BUY A MEMBERSHIP INTO ONE OF DOWNRIVER’S FINEST MARKET RATE COOPERATIVES Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12 5 sun mon tue 4 City Council Meeting 8pm 11 Last Day to Register: Cheer Up Cheerily Nature Nook www.trentonmi.org 19 26 Spring Begins wed 27 20 13 6 March 2013 3 10 Change Smoke Alarm Battery 18 City Council Meeting 8pm Orthodox Lent Begins Passover 25 Registration begins: Deep Water, Parent Tot Swim Swimnastics, Target Toning, Tai Chi, Senior Aerobics, Burn & Firm, Sit Fit, Start Up www.trentonmi.org Mother Son Date Night Westfield 7-8:15pm Daylight Savings Time Begins 17 St. Patrick’s Day 24 31 Easter 7 14 21 28 thu 1 fri 2012 Boat Launch Permits On Sale Last Day to Register: Youth Baseball Softball www.trentonbaseball.net 8 15 22 29 Marshmallow Drop Elizabeth Park - 9am Good Friday Earth Day 2 9 16 sat Cheer Up Cheerily Nature Nook Cultural Center 10am-noon 23 30 Easter Egg Hunt Westfield - 10am The Trenton Chapel 3200 West Road (734) 671-5400 The Ridge Chapel 2272 W. Jefferson (734) 676-4545 A Commitment to Personal Service for 3 Generations www.martenson.com Great Marshmallow Drop Friday, March 29, 2013 9 a.m. Sharp! Elizabeth Park Sponsored by: Wayne County Parks Info: (734) 261-1990 Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 30, 2013 10 a.m. Westfield Center Sponsored by: Trenton Civic Commission Info: (734) 675-7300 sun mon 4 Registration begins: Lifeguarding, Senior Aerobics, Burn & Firm, Start Up, Sit Fit, Tai Chi Easy www.trentonmi.org City Council Meeting 8pm City Offices Closed 25 President’s Day 18 12 26 tue Registration begins: Zumba www.trentonmi.org 19 Registration begins: Yoga, Meditation www.trentonmi.org Daddy Daughter Date Night Daddy Daughter Date Night Westfield, 7-8:15pm Westfield, 7-8:15pm 11 5 wed 6 13 Ash Wednesday 20 27 thu 14 Valentine’s Day 21 28 1 fri Registration begins: Youth Baseball Softball www.trentonbaseball.net 8 2 9 sat Groundhog Day 22 15 23 16 MIHL Hockey Showcase MIHL Hockey Showcase MIHL Hockey Showcase Kennedy Recreation Center Kennedy Recreation Center Kennedy Recreation Center 7 February 2013 3 10 17 24 Registration Begins: Mother Son Date Night www.trentonmi.org February 7, 8, 9, 2013 Kennedy Recreation Center Info: 734-676-7172 www.mihl.org 1 8 New Year’s Day 15 City Offices Closed sun mon tue 7 City Council Meeting 8pm 14 29 22 Registration begins: Last Day to Register: Daddy Daughter Date Night Owl & Mouse Nature Nook www.trentonmi.org www.trentonmi.org 21 Registration begins: Golf Lessons www.trentonmi.org Martin Luther King Day 28 wed Registration begins: Swim Lessons www.trentonmi.org 30 23 16 9 2 January 2013 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 31 thu 4 11 18 25 fri 5 12 19 sat Owl & Mouse Nature Nook Cultural Center 10am-noon 26 Rob Bovitz, CPA, CSA BUSINESS ACCOUNTING AND TAX, 1651 KINGSWAY COURT Business Accounting and Tax, INDIVIDUAL TAX AND RETIREMENT PLANNING, Individual Tax and Retirement Planning, ELDERCARE ADVISORY SERVICES Eldercare Advisory Services 42448 CHERRY HILL-SUITE 200 1651 Kingsway Court RENTON CANTONT , MI 48187 , MI 48183 Trenton, MI 48183 Web: bovitzcpa.com Email: [email protected] Serving the Community For Over 48 Years 8/24/09 12:50:40 PM Fax 734-671-6504 734-671-6504 FAX 734-671-6504 734-671-5300 734-394-2660 734-671-5300 Untitled-2 1 (734) 671-8900 TRENTON-WOODHAVEN DOWNRIVER’S LARGEST HOOVER & EUREKA DEALER SINCE 1955 PARTS & SERVICE ON ALL MAKES & MODELS SOUTHGATE-WYANDOTTE (734) 282-9869 1900 WEST ROAD TRENTON NOBODY SELLS FOR LESS 14222 FORT-SOUTHGATE Between Eureka & Northline Noon-3 pm Noon-3 pm 12:30-3 pm 5-9 pm TRENTON SENIORS Monday-Pleasant Hours Wednesday-Heritage Thursday-New Horizon Friday-Friendship Club Bingo • Bridge • Euchre • Bowling Bunco • Computers • Pinochle Travel • Senior Aerobics and more! Westfield Activities Center 2700 Westfield • (734) 675-0063 sun mon 3 City Council Meeting 8pm 10 Kids Holiday Cooking 5:30 - 7:30 pm 17 Registration begins: Yoga, Tai Chi Easy Meditation www.trentonmi.org City Council Meeting 8pm Christmas Eve 24 City Offices Closed 31 tue City Offices Closed Christmas Day 25 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 18 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 11 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 4 wed 5 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 12 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 19 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 2-4pm 26 Registration begins: Deep Water, Parent Tot Swim, Swimnastics, Zumba, Target Toning, Start Up, Sit Fit, Burn & Firm, Senior Aerobics www.trentonmi.org Kwanzaa Begins thu 27 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 6-8pm 20 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 6-8pm 13 Christmas Tea Cultural Center 6-8pm 6 December 2012 2 9 Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm 16 Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm 23 Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm 30 City Offices Closed New Year’s Eve 7 fri Winter Begins Last Day to Register: Home Decorating Contest 14 21 28 1 sat Luminary Ornament Sale City Hall, following parade Christmas Parade W. Jefferson 6pm 8 Breakfast with Santa Cultural Center, 9-11am Hanukkah Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm 15 Breakfast with Santa Cultural Center, 9-11am Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm All Creatures Great Small Cultural Center, 1-4pm 22 Breakfast with Santa Cultural Center, 9-11am Weekend Wonderland Cultural Center, 1-7pm Reindeer Games Cultural Center, 1-4pm 29 Southeastern Michigan Classical Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker Ballet with Southern Great Lakes Symphony Orchestra December 1st - 5 p.m. December 2nd - 2 p.m. Trenton High School Auditorium For Ticket Information call (734) 362-0880 2691 Fort Street Open 7 Days 6 AM ● 9 PM (734) 671-7667 Breakfast Specials 2375 Fort St. Trenton, MI 48183 Jeff Molino Owner Seafood & Chops Hand Cut Steaks MomsRestaurantTrenton.com Homemade Daily ‘Like’ us on Facebook & we’ll keep Specials & Soup you posted on Specials and Events! Family owned & operated for over 22 years. Marty Molino Owner (734) 362-8355 Fax (734) 362-8365 wed 1 thu Application Deadline: Sports Hall of Fame www.trentonmi.org 2 fri 3 10 17 9 16 8 15 6 sun mon tue 5 14 Election Day 13 24 30 City Offices Closed 23 29 City Offices Closed Thanksgiving 22 28 21 27 20 7 November 2012 4 26 City Council Meeting 8pm 19 City Offices Closed Veteran’s Day Observed 12 Change Smoke Alarm Battery City Council Meeting 8pm Daylight Savings Time Ends 11 West Grange Pharmacy Open House, 7-9pm 20% off all gift items Veteran’s Day 18 25 sat McNally Law Offices John G. McNally ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW 140 St. Joseph P.O. Box 250 Trenton, MI 48183 (734) 676-3210 sun mon 1 Customer Appreciation Month Colors By Kim 734-671-4247 City Council Meeting 8pm 8 Registration Begins: Yoga, Meditation www.trentonmi.org Thanksgiving (Canada) Columbus Day Observed 15 Registration Begins: Burn & Firm, Senior Aerobics, Sit Fit, Start Up www.trentonmi.org City Council Meeting 8pm 22 Registration begins: Zumba www.trentonmi.org 29 tue Last Day to Register: Nature Nook www.trentonmi.org 30 23 16 9 2 wed 31 United Nations Day 24 17 10 3 October 2012 7 14 21 28 Halloween Trick or Treat 6-8pm 4 thu 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 fri Scary Skate Kennedy Recreation Center 6 sat Ghost Stories Cultural Center, 6-8pm 13 Day Camping Nature Nook Cultural Center 10am-noon Ghost Stories Cultural Center, 6-8pm 20 Ghost Stories Cultural Center, 6-8pm Sweetest Day National Boss Day 27 Pleasant Hours Craft Show 9am-4pm, Westfield Great Pumpkin Festival Cultural Center lebrates FNational Trenton ce Fire Safety Education School Tours Poster Contest Severe Weather Safety ire Prevention Week October 7-13 t t t t Information: (734) 676-1314 4 11 18 Patriot Day Registration Begins: Tai Chi, Zumba Swim lessons www.trentonmi.org sun mon tue 3 Labor Day City Offices Closed 10 17 25 wed 26 19 12 5 27 20 13 6 thu September 2012 2 9 Grandparent’s Day 16 24 Citizenship Day Somewhere in Time Taste of Trenton Beyond Elizabeth Park, 11am-5pm City Council Meeting 8pm Rosh Hashanah 23 30 Yom Kippur 7 14 21 28 fri 1 8 sat Dog Days of Summer Swim Kennedy Pool, noon-3pm 15 22 Autumn Begins Perennial Exchange Cultural Center, 10am-noon 29 Serving Southeast Michigan Since 1990 Hourly and Live-In WE SPECIALIZE IN: All Forms of Dementia ● Hospice Companionship ● Personal Care Meal Preparation ● Medications Housekeeping ● Laundry Shopping ● Transportation 800-571-CARE (2273) 734-671-6518 eldercarecares.com The Coach Stop Manor, LLC Assisted Living Residence for the Elderly Permanent Living ● Respite Visits and Adult Day Care 734-692-0564 2003 West Jefferson Trenton, Michigan 48183 Specializing in all forms of dementia Providing the very BEST in Personalized Care in a comfortable home setting sun mon 6 Downriver Senior Olympics City Council Meeting 8pm 13 20 tue Downriver Senior Olympics 28 21 Senior Bowling Meeting 1 pm - Westfield 14 7 wed Downriver Senior Olympics 29 22 15 8 1 August 2012 5 Jazz on the River Elizabeth Park noon-9pm 12 19 27 Registration begins: Meditation, Yoga www.trentonmi.org City-Wide Garage Sale 8am-4pm City Council Meeting 8pm 26 Registration Begins: Senior Aerobics, Start Up, Burn & Firm, Sit Fit, Parent Tot Swim, Swimnastics, Deep Water, Target Toning www.trentonmi.org 2 9 thu Downriver Senior Olympics 16 Lemonade in Shade Cultural Center 3:30pm 23 30 3 10 fri Downriver Senior Olympics Last day to register for City-Wide Garage Sale 17 24 31 4 sat Jazz on the River Elizabeth Park noon-9pm 11 18 Pleasant Hours Attic Garage Sale 8am-4pm, Westfield City-Wide Garage Sale 8am-4pm 25 City Wide Garage Sale August 18 & 19, 2012 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Get on the Map! Register your sale by August 10th! Registration forms available at City Hall and at www.trentonmi.org. Sponsored by Trenton Civic Commission Purchase maps on Saturday of sale at City Hall and Westfield 2012 For information call (734) 675-7300. 1961 Don’t Miss Fall Draft Skates August 20, 21, 22, 23 @ 6:20 - 8:10 p.m. House & Travel Hockey for 6U-18U, Timbits & Beginners For Info & Updates for All Sponsored Events visit www.TrentonHockey.org 4016 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte, MI 48192 734-285-2925 www.riversidekayak.com Watch for Kayak Rentals at Elizabeth Park this Summer! Your Connection to the Water! Canada Day 30 23 16 9 2 31 24 17 Registration Begins: Zumba www.trentonmi.org Last Day to register: Nature Games Nature Nook www.trentonmi.org 10 3 sun mon tue July 2012 1 8 15 Free Kayak Demo 10am-1pm Kayak Tour 3-5pm Elizabeth Park Mid-Summer Festival 10am-6pm Downtown Trenton 22 Roar on the River Boat Races Elizabeth Park 29 4 wed Independence Day 4th of July Fireworks Rotary Park - 8pm Boat Ramp Closed City Offices Closed 11 18 25 Movie in Park Cultural Center - Dusk 7 fri 6 thu 5 14 28 sat Roar on the River Boat Races Elizabeth Park 21 Mid-Summer Festival 10am-11pm Downtown Trenton 13 27 Roar on the River Taste of the Races Elizabeth Park 20 Nature Nook Cultural Center 10am Mid-Summer Festival 10am-11pm Downtown Trenton 12 Last Day to register: Flag Football Cheerleading michiganyouthflagfootball.com 19 Lemonade in Shade Cultural Center 3:30pm Coffeehouse Concert Cultural Center 7pm 26 Country Fest on River 1pm - Dark Elizabeth Park sun mon 4 City Council Meeting 8pm 11 Registration Begins: Non-res. Swim Lessons www.trentonmi.org 18 26 City Council Meeting 8pm 25 19 12 5 tue June 2012 3 Drivers Edge Info & Summer Sign-up 1-4 p.m. 734-301-3229 Father’s Day 10 17 24 wed 6 Nursery School Olympics Elizabeth Park, 10:30am 13 20 Summer Begins 27 Movie in Park Cultural Center - Dusk 7 Flag Day thu 14 21 Coffeehouse Concert Cultural Center 7pm 28 1 9 2 fri 8 16 23 15 22 30 sat Andy Ross Motorcycle Ride Elizabeth Park - 11am 29 Last Day to register: MSF Volleyball Tournament Senior Olympics www.trentonmi.org Grosse Ile 24201 Meridian 734-671-3060 Trenton 2360 W. Jefferson 734-676-8666 Flat Rock 26842 Telegraph 734-783-3240 Gibraltar 29450 Munro 734-676-4722 WWW.METROSHORES.ORG 1 8 Registration Begins: Resident SNAP, Summer Programs Dance Camp www.trentonmi.org City Council Meeting 8pm 21 29 Registration Begins: Non-Res. returning SNAP www.trentonmi.org 22 15 28 Registration Begins: Deep Water Excercise Water Walking Parent Tot Swim Swimnastics www.trentonmi.org 14 City Council Meeting 8pm 7 sun mon tue May 2012 6 13 Mother’s Day 20 27 Memorial Day city offices closed 2 9 wed 16 23 Registration Begins: Non-Resident SNAP www.trentonmi.org 30 3 10 17 24 31 thu Shore to Shore Community Federal Credit Union Bake Sale 888-661-8328 4 11 18 25 fri 5 sat Cinco de Mayo Free CPR Day Fire Dept. St. #1-10am 12 Shred It! Kennedy Rec. Ctr. 10am-1pm 19 Armed Forces Day 26 Memorial Day Parade West Rd. - 10am Mr. Nick’s Trenton, Michigan 48183 1926 West Road 671-0990 Serving Lunch and Dinner We also have a banquet room to serve your special occasion needs. Cell (734) 837-1177 Email: [email protected] Travel Consultant Julie Raymond Cell (734) 306-2229 Email: [email protected] Travel Consultant Jennie Jezewski CONCEPTS IN TRAVEL 3273 West Road Trenton, MI 48183 Office: (734) 692-0600 By Appointment Trenton Parks & Recreation Program Calendar May 2012-April 2013 Be A Tourist in Your Own Town!