Summer Programs 2016

Volume 16, Issue 3
June 1, 2016
2016 Brownstown
Farmers Market
Brownstown Farmers Market will have a new location this year the parking lot in front of the Brownstown Township Hall –
21313 Telegraph Road. It will be the same great market, same
great vendors and same great specialty days just a new location!
The Farmers Market will be on Tuesdays from 12noon to 6pm June 14th to August 30th.
Summer Programs
2016
BROWNSTOWN RECREATION
Specialty days will include Kids and Senior Day at the Market, photo op
with Detroit Tiger Mascot PAWS, Christmas in July, Book Lovers Day
and much, much more. Check the Brownstown DDA website for specific
dates and vendor list www.brownstowndda.org
If you are interested in being a part of the Farmers Market as a vendor,
sponsor or for one of our specialty days, please contact Sue Trussell (734)
675-5911 [email protected]
Thorn Park Splash Pad Opens May 28
The Thorn Park Splash Pad will open for the 2016 season on Saturday May 28th!
Located on the corner of Telegraph and King Roads, the Splash Pad will be operating daily with 3 separate sessions 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM to 3:30PM
and 4:00PM to 6:00 PM. Admission is only $2.00 per session, with the third session for Brownstown residents only. Locker s ar e available on site, all children need to be accompanied by an adult. No food or beverages are allowed on
the splash pad deck. The Splash Pad is also available for party rentals daily at
6:30PM & 7:30 PM at the rate of $150.00 per hour. The picnic shelter is available for use on a first come first serve basis.
SPLASH PAD HOURS & RATES
ADMISSION FEE: $2.00 PER PERSON, PER SESSION
SESSION 1 - 11:00AM-1:00PM /SESSION 2 - 1:30PM-3:30PM
SESSION 3 - 4:00PM-6:00PM (Brownstown residents Only)
Admission wristbands may be purchased for any session up to 30 days in advance in the Recreation Office. Group purchasers are encouraged to buy wrist-
bands in advance to avoid wait time at the splash pad.
Township Officials:
Andrew Linko, Supervisor
Sherry A. Berecz, Clerk
Michael D. Eberth, Treasurer
John J Cronin, Trustee
Recreation Commission
James Bryan, Chairman
Michael Grady, Vice Chairman
Presorted Standard
U.S. Postage Paid
Trenton, MI
Permit #4
Linda McCoy, Secretary
Darrin Camilleri, Commissioner
John Knappmann, Trustee
Ryan McClain, Commissioner
Brian Peters, Trustee
Mark Petrlich, Commissioner
Clyde P. Walters, Trustee
Recreation Dept.
21311 Telegraph
Brownstown MI
48183
Helen St. Louis, Commissioner
Brownstown Postal Patron
Community Center & Event Center Booking 2017 Rentals
The Brownstown Community Center, located at 21311 Telegraph Road, and the Event Center located at 23345 King
Road are now booking group rentals through 2017. The Community Center halls can accommodate up to 325 people
and a full kitchen is available. The Event Center can accommodate up to 180 people and has a caterers kitchen.
Community Center rental rates range from $75.00 for groups of 50 or less on a weeknight to $525.00 for groups of up
to 325 on a weekend. Halls are dividable to accommodate any size party and rental rates vary with party size. Kitchen facilities are available for a $50.00 charge. Event Center rates range from $425.00 on a weekday to $625.00 on a
weekend day and include use of a caterers kitchen. White table linens and clean-up services are also available for an
additional charge at both locations.
A security deposit is required to reserve a date at either location. To check date availability please call the Recreation
Dept. at 675-0920
DuChene Farmhouse Celebrates Centennial
On July 26, 2016, Brownstown Township will celebrate the 100th birthday of the
DuChene Farmhouse which now serves as the Brownstown Historical Museum.
The birthday milestone will be the celebrated theme of the day at the township’s
Farmers Market with historical displays, presentations and entertainment.
The farmhouse was built in 1916 by the Miles DuChene family who relocated here
from Canada. The farmhouse was acquired by Brownstown Township in 1989.
Since 1993, the Historical Society has been developing the property into a museum.
It’s now a place where life in the early 1900’s is displayed and historical records of
Brownstown Township are preserved.
Mark your calendar and join us for the celebration on Tuesday, July 26th from
noon until 6:00 p.m. at the Brownstown Event Center and Historical Museum located on King Road between Telegraph and Dix Toledo roads.
If you are a Brownstown resident and celebrating YOUR 100th birthday this year,
we want to hear from you! Please contact Debbie Galik of the Brownstown Historical Society at 734.789.7484.
Pte. Mouillee Waterfowl Festival 2016
69th Michigan Duck Hunters
Tournament
Midwest Decoy Contest/Wildlife Art
Show
September 17th & 18th, 2016 - 8:00 AM
to 5:00 PM
Pointe Mouillee State Game Area,
Brownstown MI
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Dog Retriever Events/Great Lakes
Sling Shot Contest/ Live Auction
Junior/Senior Archery & BB Gun
Shoots/Kids Games
Lots of Good Food
WWW.MIWATERFOWLFEST.ORG
In cooperation with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Pointe Mouillee State Game Area,
Brownstown, MI. (734) 379-9692
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Trenton Veterans Memorial Library
Four Communities, One Library: Your Library! Serving Trenton, Brownstown, Grosse Ile, and Woodhaven
Use your library card to check out Museum Adventure Passes and get free admission online to Museums and State Parks in southeast Michigan.
2790 Westfield Rd. Located at the corner of West Rd. and Westfield Rd. 734-676-9777
Preschool Story Time
Children ages 3-5
Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. September -May. Registration required and a parent must remain in the library during the program.
Toddler Story Time
Ages 0-3 with parent/caregiver.
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. September -May Registration is
not required.
Family Story Time
Family Story Time for all ages.
Thursdays at 7 p.m. September -May. Registration not required
Summer Reading Program – “On Your Mark, Get
set…Read”
Registration begins June 6th for readers in grades K through
6th. All programs are free. Performers provided through the
Friends of the Trenton Library. Performers are every Wednesday at 2:00pm 6/22/16 thru 7/27/16.
Family Afternoon Matinees
Family friendly movies are always the 2nd Sat. at 2 p.m.
Teen Programs
Summer Reading Program – “Get in the Game…Read***”
Registration begins June 6th Open to grades 6–12. All programs are free. Programs feature a variety of performers and
activities ending with the Teen Lock-In on Friday, July 29th
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Researching your Roots?
The Trenton Historical Society assists patrons by providing
genealogy help and local history questions on the first Tues 68:30 p.m. and the last Sat 1-3 p.m. in the libr ar y’s local history room.
Adult Programming
The Adult Book Discussion group meets the first Tuesday of
the month at 10:30am All are welcome.
Knit2gether
Meets the third Monday of the month at 7:00pm.
Summer Reading Program for adults, Exercise Y our Mind,
Read! Registration begins June 6th. Prize drawing includes
gift certificates for local businesses.
Downloadable e-books, audiobooks and a variety of online
resources available through the library and accessible from
your home with your library card.
For more information please visit us at: www.trenton.lib.mi.us.
Beautification/Historical “Yard of the Month” Contest
Brownstown residents have some of the finest looking yards Downriver. Why not show yours off by entering the
Brownstown “Yard of the Month” competition? The “Yard of the Month” contest is a way of recognizing those residents who go above and beyond in maintaining their property.
For the months of June through September, members of the Beautification/Historical Commission will select nominated
yards the best reflect “curb appeal” that include the following criteria:
Maintenance
Design and Landscaping
Lawns should be healthy, neatly mowed and edged
Trees and shrubs pruned and trimmed
Planting should be healthy
Minimum weeds in flowerbeds
Yard free of debris and clutter
Use of Color and or texture
Creativity, such as baskets, pots, yard art, feeders etc.
Balance in keeping with home and lot size
Overall attractiveness
All planting must be living, no artificial plants
One yard will be selected each month, June through September. The same property cannot receive the “Yard of the
Month” more than once a year. Winners will receive a special “Yard of the Month” sign to display in their yard, have
their yard featured in photos on the Township website, and receive a $25 gift certificate ...and get bragging rights!
To enter the contest, you must nominate your property. Just email a photo of your yard in all its glory, along with your
name, address and phone number to [email protected]. Yards will be judged the third week of each month. Remember,
to take the best photos, try shooting at eye level and also take photos at the first or last light of day. Midday sun can turn
delicate planting into stark shadows and glare. Good luck!
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FREE Movies in the Park
Brownstown Recreation is proud to announce the FREE Movies in the Park Series for Summer 2016. Movies will be shown on a new state
of the art outdoor project system in the Event Lawn adjacent to the new Event Center located at 23345 King Road between Telegraph and
Dix-Toldeo Roads. Bring the kids, a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy some great movies under the stars.
Tuesday, June 28th @ Dusk
Tuesday, July 26th @ Dusk
Minions
The Good Dinosaur
Evolving from single-celled yellow
organisms at the dawn of time, Minions
live to serve, but find themselves working for a continual series of unsuccessful masters, from T. Rex to Napoleon.
Without a master to grovel for, the Minions fall into a deep depression. But one
minion, Kevin, has a plan; accompanied
by his pals Stuart and Bob, Kevin sets
forth to find a new evil boss for his
brethren to follow. Their search leads
them to Scarlet Overkill, the world's
first-ever super-villainess.
In this enchanting computer-animated
fantasy, set in a world where the dinosaurs never went extinct, an amiable
young Apatosaurus named Arlo (voiced
by Raymond Ochoa) loses his father in a
storm and is swept away by a vicious
river current, stranding him in a frightening new place far from his home. He
soon embarks on a journey to reunite
with his family, and befriends a prehistoric human child known as Spot (Jack
Bright) along the way.Peter Sohn directed this heartwarming Pixar adventure, with Jeffrey Wright, Frances
McDormand, Anna Paquin, and Sam
Elliott also contributing voice work.
Author: Daniel Gelb
Tuesday, August 9th @ Dusk
Tuesday, August 23rd @ Dusk
Inside Out
Zootopia
Emotions run wild in the mind of a little
girl who is uprooted from her peaceful
life in the Midwest and forced to move
to San Francisco in this Pixar adventure.
Young Riley was perfectly content with
her life when her father landed a new job
in San Francisco, and the family moved
across the country. Now, as Riley prepares to navigate a new city and attend a
new school, her emotional headquarters
becomes a hot bed of activity. As Joy
attempts to keep Riley feeling happy and
positive about the move, other emotions
like Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness
make the transition a bit more complicated. Author: Jason Buchan
In a city inhabited by anthropomorphic
animals, an uptight rabbit police officer
is forced to work with a charismatic fox
who's been framed for a serious crime in
order to get to the bottom of an important case. Directed by Byron Howard,
Rich Moore, and Jared Bush, this
animated adventure features the voice
talents of Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason
Bateman, and Shakira. Author: Tom
Ciampoli
Movies in the Park supported by Dr. Susan Abed, Board Certified Orthodontist
Through the generosity of Dr. Susan Abed, board certified orthodontist, Brownstown Township will now have Movies in the Park. Dr.
Abed understands the importance of having a place for families to gather and enjoy activities together. Movies in the Park is the perfect
opportunity to spend quality time together and to enjoy the outdoors. Brownstown Township supports Dr. Abed in all her efforts and
would like to thank her for supporting the community and their activities. We look forward to many years of viewing pleasure for our
families.
Dr. Susan Abed’s office is located at 19727 Allen Road, Suite 22 Brownstown, MI 48183 (734) 479-9000 www.abedorthodontics.com
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FREE Concerts in the Park
Brownstown Recreation is proud to announce the FREE Concert in the Park Series for Summer 2016. Concerts will be held on the Event
Lawn adjacent to the new Event Center located at 23345 King Road between Telegraph and Dix-Toledo Roads. Bring the kids, a blanket
or lawn chair and enjoy some great music under the stars.
Tuesday, June 14th @ 7:00 PM
Danny Albani & the Cruzzers
For all ages! Danny has been brining his high energy interactive
show to venues around the Midwest for over twenty years! An
outstanding musical adventure of oldies, rockabilly and funfor all
ages.
Tuesday, July 12th @ 7:00 PM
Rich Eddy’s Rockin’ Oldies
For all ages! Oldies rock & roll with audience participation.
Come out and dance to those great tunes from the 50’s and 60’s
Tuesday, August 16th @ 7:00 PM
Ray Kamalay & his Red Hot Peppers
With some of the finest musicians in the Midwest, Ray Kamalay
and his Red Hot Peppers have wowwed audiences at some of the
finest venues in North America, including Interlochen, Toronto
and the Philadelphia Folk Festival.
DOG PARK PASSES AVAILABLE
Bring your dog to enjoy a great day at the new Brownstown Dog Park. Located next to the Brownstown Animal Shelter, 23700 Lillian,
the Dog park provides a safe fenced area for well behaved canine citizens to exercise and play off leash. All dogs must be registered
through the Brownstown Water Dept.
Register at: Brownstown Water Department, 21313 Telegr aph, Br ownstown
Mon-Fri from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Annual Fees: $25 for residents, $35 for non-residents
Replacement cost is $25 for all lost cards.
The annual pass includes up to 3 dogs and is renewable on an annual basis.
To Register, the following must be provided:
A Signed Dog Park Waiver, Current license (from Brownstown or other community)
Proof of current vaccinations for each dog: Rabies, Bordetella & DHLP-P (Distemper Parvo)
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Youth Programs
KARATE
Come and learn both Korean and Japanese Karate. This comprehensive Martial Arts Program features classes for ages 4 to adult,
including weapons work at higher levels with top quality instructors at all levels.
Instructor: Bill Barker, Progressive Tactics Martial Arts
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Little Dragons - The Little Dragons program teaches the younger age group the skills needed for martial arts training
at a later age. The program includes proper stretch, exercise and games to promote balance, focus, team work and discipline.
Basic martial arts skills are then incorporated. Students have their own belt system based on class attendance and performance.
Additionally life skill teaching occurs in all classes.
Boys & Girls Ages 4-6: Mondays 6:00-6:45 PM
Cost: $45.00/month
Basic Karate - This program is a traditional martial arts program teaching self defense through balance, focus, team work and
discipline. Certified instructors teach and evaluate students using the traditional testing and belt system.
Ages 7-12: Mon & Weds 6:00-7:00 PM
Ages 13-Adult: Mon & Weds 7:00-9:00 PM
Cost: $60.00/month
Cost: $60.00/month
Modern Arnis - This program features a Filipino style of martial arts known for its knife, stick and sword work. Open to instructor approved advanced students. Weds 8:00-9:00 PM
Cost: $50.00/month
SAFETY TOWN
This program is designed for children entering kindergarten in the fall 2016. The nationally established program was
developed to provide childhood safety education. Children learn about fire, poison, strangers, traffic, cars and playground safety. They participate in safety lessons on the new Safety Town Village, built through community donations, a miniature layout complete with houses, sidewalks and crosswalks. Speakers from the Police Dept. and local
utilities provide safety training to enable children to enjoy and understand good safety practices. Safety Town ends
with a graduation celebration.
Location: Safety Town Village, Thorn Park
Schedule: July 25-August 5, 2016
Session I 10:00 AM to Noon
Session II 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Cost: $50.00 Residents/$55 Non-Residents
36th ANNUAL FREE KIDS
FISHING DERBY
PLAYGROUND PROGRAM
Get involved this Summer! Kids ages five and up can enjoy
a wide variety of activities - Arts & Crafts, Sports & Games,
Field Trips, Jr. Olympics, & Special Events too. Supervised playground sites provide a great opportunity for parents and kids. Co-Sponsored by the Brownstown &
Woodhaven Recreation Departments.
Locations: Yake School or Erving School
Cost:
$170.00 per Child
Schedule: Monday through Friday June 20 to July 29
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM(Sites do NOT Close for Lunch)
*REGISTER FOR PLAYGROUND PROGRAM AT
WOODHAVEN RECREATION (734) 675-4926*
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Open to Boys & Girls of all ages, the derby offers the opportunity to spend a relaxing day fishing and picnicking along the Huron
River. Trophies and prizes will be awarded for the Longest Fish,
Most Fish caught, and Smallest Fish Caught in three age groups:
Ages 7 & Under, Ages 8-12 Years and Ages 13 & Over.
Location: Pte. Mouillee Headquarters Island, Campau Road
Cost:
Ages 12 & Under - FREE (Must be accompanied by
an adult) Ages 13 & Over - $1.00
Schedule: Sunday, June 5, 2016
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Registration Starts at Noon, the derby will run
shine. Don’t forget your bait and fishing tackle!
rain or
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Youth
Programs
Youth Programs
Fall 2016
Practice Dates: Option 1- TBD, Option 2- Friday
nights beginning 9/9
Game Dates: Saturdays & Sundays 9/10-10/23
Game Times: Saturday 9am-12pm & Sunday 1pm-4pm
Location: Germania Hall- 23156 King Rd., Brownstown, MI 48183
Registration: https://gotsport.com/asp/application/easyreg/?Program ID=47297
Visit our website for more info: www.michiganrush.com
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2016
Recreational Director:
Patrick Griffin
Cell: 734-637-2160
Rec Program Cost: Includes Jersey & Rush T-Shirt
Option 1: Parent Volunteer Coach -$80/player
Option 2: MI Rush Staff Coach $120/player
[email protected]
The Michigan Rush Soccer Club and The Township of Brownstown have come together to
form the Brownstown Rush Recreational Soccer Program. This exciting soccer program
will continue in the Fall of 2016. The program is designed for players 4-10 years old
and is suitable for all skill levels. The program will consist of one team training session
per week, as well as one game per weekend. Please sign your child up today!
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Youth Programs
AQUATICS PROGRAM!
In cooperation with the Gibraltar School District, Brownstown Recreation is proud to announce the Summer 2016
Aquatics Program featuring Swim Lessons, Open Swimming, and the Downriver Swim Club Swim Team.
Group Swim Lessons
Competitive Team
$56/session — space is limited in these classes. All
swimmers need to be potty-trained and ready to participate in the program. No water wings, lifejackets,
or other water toys permitted. Parents are not allowed in the pool or on deck with the children but may
watch from the stands.
$51/session & $5 fee for each swim meet
Swimmers will compete in a minimum of one swim
meet against area teams each session. Ribbons
awarded in each age group.
All Lessons are Monday through Thursday
Group A Beginners - Ages 3-7yrs 10:15-11 AM or
11:15AM-NOON- Swimmer s who ar e hesitant about
entering the water. Class focus: Comfort in sitting in
pool on submerged bench - Entry into water - Floating on
back - Kicking - Forward movement in pool - Recovery
from jump into pool
Group B Intermediates - Ages 4-8yrs 10:15-11 AM or
11:15AM-NOON - Swimmer s who ar e comfor table in
the pool and ready to start learning basic freestyle and
backstroke: forward movement - arm and leg movement
for freestyle - arm and leg movement for backstroke streamline position recovery from diving board - treading
water
Group C Advanced - Ages 5-9yrs 10:15-11 AM or
11:15AM-NOON - Swimmer s ar e competent in fr eestyle and backstroke and are ready for more stroke refinement and additional strokes: improvement on stroke technique building on endurance 1-2 laps - introducing breast
stroke/butterfly - beginning flip turns
Summer Session I - June 13-23
Summer Session II - June 27-July 8(No Class 7/4)
Summer Session III - July 11-July 21
Junior/Senior Group - 10-18yrs 8:30-10:00 AM
High School, Middle School, and other swimmers with
competitive swimming backgrounds. All swimmers in
this group should be very familiar with all four competitive strokes.
Novice Group - 5-13yrs 8:30-10:00 AM
Composed of athletes who are familiar with swimming
and are comfortable in the water but need to learn additional strokes and build endurance. Should be able to
swim at least one length of the pool. Swimmers in the
novice group will be divided up based on ability. There
will be 2-3 subsections of this group.
Session I - June 13-23
Session II - June 27-July 8(No Class 7/4)
Session III - July 11-July 21
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration: Recreation Dept, 21311 Telegraph or
online at www.brownstownrec.org
Location: Carlson High School, 20550 W. Jefferson
Aquatic Supervisor: Lindsey Plohg
Cost $56.00/Session
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Youth Programs
PRINCESS DANCE CAMP
Open to ages 3 & up this great dance camp provides the opportunity to be a different princess every day plus learn a new dance every
day! Camp runs Monday through Friday and features an introduction to the various dance disciplines as well as games and activities.
All princesses receive tiara and fairy dust plus a special dance related gift each day.
Instructor: Dance Grosse Ile
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Monday - Friday, July 11-15
Ages 3-4 10:00-11:00 AM
Ages 5-7 1:00PM-2:30 PM
Monday-Sleeping Beauty Ballet, Tuesday - Jasmine Jazz, Wednesday - Tinker Belle Tap
Thursday - Ariel Hula, Friday - Cinderella Review of All Dances
Cost:
Ages 3-4 $51.00 Residents/$56.00 Non-Residents Ages 5-7 $66.00 Residents/$71.00 Non-Residents
SPECIAL COMBO CLASSES
Combo Dance Camp Classes featuring several dance styles in each class! A great way to try new styles and learn the basics. Tons of
fun! Snack and juice daily!
Camp runs Monday through Friday. All students will receive a juice and a snack daily.
Instructor: Dance Grosse Ile
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Monday - Friday, July 11-15
Lyrical/Theatre - Ages 5-7 10-10:45 AM or Ages 8 & Up 1:30-2:30 PM
Ballet/Jazz - Ages 5-7 11-11:45AM or Ages 8 & Up 11AM-12PM
Tap/Hip Hop Ages 5-7 11:45-12:30PM or Ages 8 & Up 12-1PM
Cost:
Ages 5-7 - $51 Residents/$56.00 Non-Residents Ages 8 & Up - $56.00 Residents/$61 Non-Residents
FALL YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM
Dance Brownstown! In cooperation with Dance Grosse Ile, Brownstown Recreation is once again offering a complete dance program for
ages 3 & up. Taught by professional dance instructors, the program is tailored for both beginning and intermediate dancers in the disciplines of Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop and Theater plus a special Pre-Dance program for youngsters ages 3-4. Program runs September
through May. Students must attend entire session to participate in the recital in late May. Costume and shoes additional.
Instructors: Gina Dudash, Director, Dance Grosse Ile
Schedule:
Cost:
Wednesdays, starting Sept. 14
Ages 3-4 years
Princess Pre-Dance 4:45-5:15 PM
Ages 4-6 years
Hip Hop/Gymnastics 4:45-5:15 PM
Jazz/Hip Hop 5:45-6:15 PM
Ages 7-10 years
Hip Hop/Gymnastics 6:15-7 PM
Ages 11 & Up
Teen Lyrical 7-7:45 PM
Teen Hip Hop 7:45-8:30 PM
Teen Tap 8:30-9:00 PM
$135/semester 45 Minutes Classes
$150/semester 1 hour classes
Payment Plans Available
Location: Community Center
Fridays, starting Sept. 16
Ages 3-4 years
Princess Pre-Dance 4:30-5 PM
Princess Ballet 5:00-5:30 PM
Ages 4-6 years
Tap/Tumble 5:30-6 PM
Jazz/Hip Hop 6-6:30 PM
Ages 7-10 years
Ballet 6:30-7 PM
Tap 7:15-8:00 PM
Jazz/Hip Hop 8:00-8:45 PM
Registration and Shoe Fitting: Friday, September 2nd or Friday September 9th 5-9PM @ Community Center
Saturday, September 10th 10AM-3PM @ Community Center.
*REGISTER FOR DANCE PROGRAM WITH DANCE GROSSE ILE - (734) 362-0880 OR WWW.DANCEGROSSEILE.NET*
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Adult Programs
DOG OBEDIENCE
Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Bring your old dog or new puppy to our dog obedience training class where they will
learn to sit, stay, heel, and come when called. All dogs must be at least 6 months of age and have proof of vaccinations. Completion of
beginning class required for advanced class.
Instructor: Pat Shulaw
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Tuesdays Starting June 14 - 8 Weeks
7:00-8:00 PM Beginning Class or 8:00-9:00 PM Advanced Class
Cost:
$51.00 Resident/$56.00 Non-Resident
AMERICAN EXTRAVAGANZA
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
On Friday, June 10, 2016, starting at 7:00 PM, the 17th
Annual American Extravaganza will be held at the
Brownstown Community Center. This benefit concert by
the Downriver Community Band features patriotic favorites in a festive atmosphere, all to assist the Police & Fire
Honor Guard in providing community programs.
Brownstown Recreation is now accepting applications for team
entries for our Fall 2016 Adult Softball Leagues. All leagues will
follow USSSA rules, playing an 18 game season plus double elimination playoffs. Games are played at Thorn Park and Fort-Gib
Park.
Entry Fee: $350/team plus $80 forfeit deposit
Leagues:
Tickets for this event are available in advance for $8.00
each or $64.00 for a whole table and may be purchased at
the Supervisor’s Office or by calling 675-0071. Bring
your friends and enjoy an evening of great music!
Men’s Double Headers:
Mondays or Tuesdays or Thursdays or Sundays
Co-ed Double Headers:
Wednesdays or Fridays
Start Date: Games start the week of Sept. 11
EASY FLOW YOGA
POWER YOGA
Have fun while you learn the gentle postures (asanas) and restorative breathing techniques. Let this class help you to remove all
the damaging effects of our stressful lives and improve your
overall strength, balance and stamina. All ages and levels welcome. Wear comfortable, stretchable clothing and bring a mat,
rug or blanket. Please refrain from eating an hour before class.
Power Yoga is a dynamic, energizing form of exercise that
sculpts, hones and tones every muscle in the body. Power Yoga
empowers you to purposefully use and train your body for everyday activities in life – bending, stretching lifting, reaching, twisting – so you can move through your everyday motions with more
ease. Participants must bring a yoga mat, blocks, water bottle
and a towel. Please refrain from eating 1 ½ hours before class.
Schedule: Tuesdays 6:15-7:15 PM @ Community Ctr
Thursdays 6:15-7:15 PM @ Community Ctr
Session 1 - 5 weeks starts June 14 or June 16
Session 2 - 5 weeks starts July 26 or July 28
Cost:
Per Session $26.00 Per Session. Non-residents
add $5.00. Registrations received after class starts subject
to $5 late fee
Instructor: Dr. Tracey Williamson, D.C., D.I.C.C.P.,
American Heart Association Certification, Board Certified
Diplomate in International Chiropractic Council on Pediatrics
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Schedule: Mondays 7:00-8:00 PM @ Community Center
Session 1 - 5 weeks starts June 13
Session 2 - 5 weeks starts July 25
Cost:
Per Session $26.00. Non-residents add $5.00.
Registrations received after class starts subject to $5 late
fee
Instructor: Dr. Tracey Williamson, D.C., D.I.C.C.P.,
American Heart Association Certification, Board Certified Diplomate in International Chiropractic Council on Pediatrics
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Senior Programs
Senior “Dinner” Dances
SENIOR CENTER
ACTIVITIES
The Brownstown Senior Community
Center offers a wide variety of activities
for seniors on a daily basis. The Senior
Nutrition Program, Health, Education &
Enrichment Programs are conducted at the
Center on an ongoing basis. The Center is
open Monday - Friday from 8:00AM to
6 PM. Below is a listing of the dates and
times of ongoing programs. For more
information contact Assistant Director
Amy Thomas at (734) 675-0920
Senior Program Schedule
Blood Pressure Clinic - 1st Thursday at Noon
Chair Exercise - Every Thursday at 10 AM
Basic Quilting - Wednesdays at 9 AM
Senior Exercise - Every Tuesday, Wednesday,
and Friday at 10 AM
Tai Chi - Every Friday at 9 AM
Travel Club - 1st Monday at 11 AM
Kroger Shopping - 2nd & 4th Wed. 11AM
Meijer Shopping - 1st & 3rd Tue. at 11AM
Wal-Mart - 2nd Friday at 11 AM
Aldi’s - last Tues of the month at 11AM
Bingo Breakfast - Ever y 3r d Mon. at 9AM
Evening Pot Luck - Every 4th Mon at 5 PM
TRANSPORTATION
Through the use of a SMART Specialized
Services Grant, the Township of Brownstown is pleased to offer transportation for
seniors and disabled residents.
For a $1.00 co-pay, senior s and the
disabled may ride the Senior Bus to the
Community Center and for scheduled
activities.
Downriver Cab Service - available for
transportation to Doctor appointments,
banking, pharmacy, etc... There is a
$4 co-pay each way.
Authorization is required, so interested
participants should contact Assistant Director Amy Thomas at (734) 675-0920.
HOT LUNCHES
AVAILABLE
Senior Prom - Thurs. June 23rd
Texas BBQ - Thurs. August 25th
In cooperation with the Wayne County
Office of Nutrition Services, Hot
Lunches are available to seniors age
60 and over. Lunch is served Monday
through Friday at 12:00 Noon in the
Brownstown Community Center.
Suggested donation is $3.00 per meal.
Reservations are due one day in advance by 12 Noon and can be made by
calling the Recreation Department at
(734) 675-0920. Monthly menus are
available for pick-up at the Recreation
Offices in the Senior Newsletter.
Dance tickets may be purchased at the
Recreation Dept. for June & August.
“Dinner” is at 1:30PM with Dancing
from 2:30PM-4:30PM
Scheduled Trips
Indian Village (H & G) Tour - June 11
“Mornings @ 7” (Purple Rose) - June 22
Scenic Sandusky - June 29
“Driving Miss Daisy” - July 17
Historic Howell - July 28
Turkeyville “Shout” - August 3
Circle a Great Lake - August 7-11
San Francisco - August 15-20
Chubby Checkers at Caesars - August 25
Chicago - August 30-Sept. 1
Hot Lunches are also delivered to
qualified homebound seniors. Lunches
are delivered Monday through Friday
with frozen meals for emergency use.
Any senior needing delivery should
contact Wayne County Office of
Nutrition Services at (800) 851-1454.
Many additional local trips are available
including show trips, shopping, cruises and
much more. For more trips and information,
call (734) 675-0920.
Senior Travel Club
The Brownstown Senior Travel Club meets
on the 1st Monday of the month at 11 AM in
the Community Center. Residents (55 yrs. &
up) can join for $10.00 and receive discounts
on trips. Call the Recreation Department at
(734) 675-0920 for details.
PLEASURE SEEKERS
SR CHORE PROGRAM
The Pleasure Seekers, Brownstown’s
Senior Club, meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month at 1 PM in the Community Center. The club regularly host
dances and more. Annual dues are $10.
Funded through CDBG Grants, the
Senior Chore Program assists low to
moderate income seniors, age 62 and
older who meet income guidelines, with
minor routine home maintenance projects to help seniors continue to live in
their own homes. Services available
include grass cutting, weed trimming,
and snow removal. Please contact
Assistant Director Amy Thomas at (734)
675-0920 for more information or to
obtain an application.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to help deliver hot
lunches to area homebound seniors.
Meals are delivered daily at about 11:00
AM, and the route takes about an hour to
complete. If you are willing to volunteer
one or more days per week, please contact
Joan Yuhas at (734) 675-0920.
DOWNRIVER SENIOR
OLYMPIC GAMES
*Currently the CHORE Program is
suspended until July 1, 2016.
Service will resume
in July*
Hosted by Wyandotte: Register NOW
VOLUME 16, ISSUE 3
Page 11
General Information
Registration Information
Registration for all programs may
be made in person at the Recreation
Department, 21311 Telegraph,
Brownstown, by phone with full
payment on a credit card, or by
completing the form below and submitting with full payment to:
Brownstown Recreation
21311 Telegraph Road
Brownstown, MI 48183
All Program fees include a $1.00
per participant administration fee.
This fee is used to help offset the
costs of running the Recreation Department and help the Department
be self sufficient.
Non-Residents are welcome in most
programs and will be charged an
additional $5.00 non-resident fee.
Fee Waivers Available
It is the policy of the Brownstown
Recreation Commission that no
Brownstown resident child will be
turned away from a program due to
the inability to pay a program registration fee.
If your child wishes to participate in
any program, and you are unable to
pay the registration fee, please request a fee waiver application from
Parks & Recreation Director Mark
W. Maxe at (734) 675-0920. All
requests are handled confidentially.
will be issued.
Program Suggestions
Ideas and suggestions for new programs are always welcome. If you
have a particular program or event
you would like to see offered by
Brownstown Recreation, please
contact Parks & Recreation Director Mark Maxe at (734) 675-0920.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
If, for any reason, you are not fully
satisfied with any program, a full
refund of the program registration
fee will be issued upon request. Just
stop by the Recreation Department,
fill out a refund request form, and
tell us why you were dissatisfied
with the program, and a full refund
Program Registration Form
Sign up for:
Price
(please indicate day of week for class)
Name
____________________
Address
____________
____________________ ____________
____________________
Phone
____________________ ____________
Visa
____________________ ____________
MasterCard
Check Enclosed
Credit Card #
___________
____________________ ____________
Date of Birth
Method of Payment
_
Total
Exp. date
____________
CVV
Liability Waiver - Please Read Carefully
In consideration of the acceptance of my registration in the above program(s) I do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive release and forever discharge any
and all rights and claims for damages which I may have or which hereafter accrue to me against all municipalities special districts, and properties through which the program(s) will be
held or its respective officers, instructors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns for any and all damages which may be sustained of suffered by me in connection with my said
participation in the above program(s). I further represent that I am in good physical condition and have no disability or ailment that will prevent me from engaging in the activity for
which I am registered.
Signature(Required for registration)
VOLUME 16, ISSUE 3
Page 12
Our Township Roads – What You Need To Know
a message from Supervisor Andrew Linko
The Charter Township of Brownstown is one of 1,240 townships in Michigan.
Townships provide essential services to over 51% of Michigan’s citizens. A significant difference between a city and a township is that townships do not own any
roads and they do not have the authority to perform maintenance and/or construction on roads. Townships don’t receive any of the tax revenue collected for road
purposes as outlined by Michigan law, Public Act 51 of 1951. Only cities and
counties receive those funds.
The McNitt Act of 1931 transferred authority and responsibility of roads from
townships and gave that authority to the County DPW and/or County Road Commissions. In Wayne County the Department of Public Services is responsible for
the all of its township roads with the exception of state owned roads or highways.
It is Wayne County’s statutory responsibility to keep our roads in a safe condition.
Brownstown township officials has been informed Wayne County does not have
sufficient resources to take care of all the road needs and concentrates on main
county roads that handle large volumes of traffic. Recognizing Wayne County’s
financial limitations and the need to address our road conditions, the Brownstown
Township Board of Trustees authorized our engineers, Wade Trim, to conduct a
township wide study of all subdivision roads beginning Spring 2016. This is
known as a PASER study (Pavement Surface and Evaluation Rating). PASER is a
recognized simple, efficient and consistent method for evaluating and identifying
individual road conditions.
Township officials will utilize the results of the PASER study to lobby Wayne
County and the State of Michigan for funding to begin the ongoing repair and
maintenance of roads in Brownstown. We have met with residents and Homeowner
Association representatives to inform and establish dialogue regarding this important issue. Please call the Supervisor’s Office at (734) 675-0071 if you would
like us to attend your HOA meeting to discuss these issues.