FALL 2015 - Huntington Woods
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FALL 2015 - Huntington Woods
VOLUME 41 ISSUE 4 Commissioner’s Corner As I write my last Commissioner’s Corner I am finding it to be a bittersweet experience. I have elected not to run for an additional term and have now completed 20 years of service to the City. I have seen the city come a long way and yet do more with less in trying times. The City’s leadership and staff are exemplified by the receipt of numerous State and National Awards and recognitions. We can be proud of the fact that tiny Huntington Woods Mayor Pro-Tem Mary White & Family maintains a large reputation of innovation, efficiency and fiscal responsibility. Our AA+ Bond Rating is but one indication of excellence. We have experienced growth and adversity together and through it all we as residents have persevered. FALL, 2015 Ron Gillham Celebrating 34 years as Mayor This election marks the first time in 34 years Huntington Woods will be electing a new mayor. Ron Gillham, has decided RON GILLHAM to “retire” from the Mayor from 1981 - 2015 position he has held longer than any other mayor in Oakland County and possibly Michigan. During my tenure I was able to be instrumental in the construction of the recreation center and pool which has helped define our lifestyle in the city. I am also proud of my role in instituting the interview process for Boards and Commissions which allows a thorough and fair appointment process to take place. The city-wide CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) program that could tie in health and safety and my profession was very special. Monday, November 9 we will be celebrating Mayor Gillham’s history as mayor of Huntington Woods. Please join us at an Open House between 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Recreation Center. All welcome! During these years of service I have worked with many highly-committed employees and Commissioners of this city, some of whom are no longer with us. I’d like to honor the late Gordon Hassig, Dr. Leon Pratnicki, and my good friend and confidant Phyllis B.C. Kramer – it was such a pleasure being able to work with them all and I have great admiration for all of their contributions to this city, but most importantly the people they were. I would also like to salute the leadership of our retiring Mayor, Ron Gilliam, who has been a mentor, friend and incomparable public servant. If you are unable to attend, but would like to send a card, please send to Mayor Ron Gillham, 26815 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods MI 48070. While I reminisce about the past, I also have an eye on the future. I look forward to the continued influx of new young families that represent the future of our city. I look forward to the continued work of the Senior Advisory Committee for it is in our history and wisdom of longtime residents as to the importance to have creative programs and living solutions for all who wish to stay here and live. Diversity of age, ethnicity, culture and family unit is what will make us a stronger city. To the residents, I say thank you for the opportunity to represent you. To the volunteers on boards and commissions I say thank you as you are what makes this city work. To the City staff, thank you for all you do to make this city what it is. To my family thank you for being so generous and understanding when I could not make a sporting or school events. My husband Louis has always touted that he has lived in one city for his entire life – while I cannot claim that same honor, I too will always have my home and heart in this city and the wonderful memories of raising our sons here. I have stated before it is not the buildings that make Huntington Woods special it is the people (mortar) that holds these buildings together. Respectfully, Dr. Mary L. White Mayor Pro-Tem, RN, FNP, PhD Don’t forget to vote Tuesday, November 3. More information on page 3. What you’ll find in here: PUBLIC SAFETY 2 CITY HALL INFORMATION 3 LIBRARY 4 PUBLIC WORKS/RECYCLING 8 RECREATION Classes 12 Basketball Leagues 15 Special Events 18 Teens 20 Adults 55+ 22 HWP&R Registration Info BACK Public Safety DPS 12755 W. Eleven Mile Road 248.541-1180 Emergency (Berkley Dispatch): 911 huntingtonwoods.govoffice.com BUILDING HOURS Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Director: Andrew Pazuchowski Lieutenants: Mark Bell, Bill Cudney Bill Spencer, Steve Staron and Ben Zawacki Huntington Woods Department of Public Safety is a nationally-accredited agency. DPS LOBBY: SAFE HAVEN The Huntington Woods Department of Public Safety is offering our lobby as a “Safe Haven” for Craigslist or like transactions. If the involved party refuses to meet in the lobby or parking lot of our Police Safety Department, refuse the transaction. Nationwide, many Craigslist scams have resulted in robberies, assaults and even homicides. Residents do not need to call in advance. The Public Safety Lobby is open 24/7, however, please use the red phone located in the foyer to contact a public safety officer after 5:00 pm Monday - Friday and on weekends/ holidays. Officers need to be aware that a transaction is taking place, but will not serve as witnesses or take part in the transactions unless something gives rise to their involvement. Being proactive and implementing a safe haven for such transactions allows residents the opportunity to meet in a safe environment. KINDCALL This is an automatic telephone calling service for residents. A Public Safety Dispatcher calls the resident daily at a pre-approved time. If no one answers the phone, a Public Safety officer responds to the home to assure the resident is safe. The service is upon request and is free of charge. Contact 248.541-8064 to enroll. …City of Huntington Woods Page 2… See HWMI.ORG for City Calendar/meeting dates KNOX-BOX SERVICE The Knox Company has been the leading provider in the Rapid Access Solutions to the fire service, government and security industries for more that 30 years. The Knox-Box Residential Program is an extension of the Knox Rapid Entry System that provides first responders with safe and immediate entry into a residential property in the event of an alarm or an emergency. NIXLE Community Notification Service “Nixle” provides a quick, efficient, and secure way to get neighborhood-level information out to community members who subscribe to the system via text message (SMS) and e-mail alerts. OVERNIGHT STREET PARKING Reminder, the City of Huntington Woods has an ordinance that prohibits parking on all City streets from 3:00 - 6:00 am. If there is some reason why you need to park your vehicle on the street during these hours, please contact the Public Safety Department at 248.541-1180. Permission to park on the street is given on a case-by-case basis. RX DRUG DROP-OFF BOX Residents can safely dispose of unwanted and expired prescription drugs, MondayFriday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm at the DPS. All drugs must be brought in sealed baggies, only prescriptions drugs, needles are not accepted and all liquid must be sealed. who checks the fit of both the seat in your vehicle and your child within the safety seat. Each inspection takes approximately 20 minutes. Please bring the instruction manual for both the safety seat and your vehicle. Call 248.541-1180 to schedule an appointment. TRICK-OR-TREATING Saturday, October 31, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Recommended hours for trick-or-treating are from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Please leave your porch light on during this time if you are passing out treats. Trick-or-Treaters: Wear light, reflective material or carry a flashlight or glow stick. Be sure kids have a clear field of vision and can hear properly. A responsible adult should accompany trick-or-treaters. Normal street crossing and safety rules apply. Parents, should you discover something that raises concerns when checking your children’s candy, please call Public Safety with questions, 248.541-1180. WALKERS/JOGGERS All walkers and joggers are encouraged to use sidewalks where provided. It is contrary to traffic law to use the street for jogging or walking. Where no sidewalks are available, pedestrians should use the left side of the street facing traffic. Always carry identification in case of emergency. Wear light colored clothing or reflective vests so you are visible to traffic. Public Safety has free reflective Velcro arm bands for added visibility. Drug test kits for concerned parents are now available, no questions asked. SAFETY SEAT INSPECTIONS Public Safety offers free child car seat inspections to our residents ($20/nonresidents). Inspections are performed by a Safe Kids-trained Safety Seat technician the end. PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE Sat., October 3, 4:30 - 6:00 pm Held at the Public Safety Building in conjunction with the HWP&R HAY DAY. Families of children with special needs are invited to come at 4:00 pm. City Notes HW CIVIC AWARDS Civic awards were recognized during the annual Speeches and Awards held July 4th. The 2015 winners were as follows: Citizen of the Year: Mike Tripp Senior of the Year: Sue Brown Virginia Jones Spirit Award: Rebecca Enerson CANDIDATE FORUM Wed., September 16, 7:00 pm The League of Women Voters Oakland Area is hosting a Candidate Forum on Wednesday, September 16, 7:00 pm at City Hall for those persons who have filed for Mayor and City Commission. Candidates are: Mayor (4 year): Bob Paul; David Sloan Commissioner (4 year): Jeff Jenks; Allison Iverson; Aaron Sullivan and Louise Wibbleman Commissioner (2 year): Tom Lurie; Joe Rozell All candidates are featured at the same time. Written questions accepted from the audience and screened for duplication by a League member. Any questions can be referred to Judy Bateman, LWV Voter Service Chair, 248.399-2815 or [email protected]. CITY ELECTION 2015: MAYOR & 3 CITY COMMISSION SEATS OPEN Tues., November 3, 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Precinct 1 HW Lutheran Church Precinct 2 Burton School Precinct 3 City Hall Precinct 4 Burton School Precinct 5 Recreation Center For information regarding an absentee ballot, becoming an election worker or other election information please contact the Clerk/Treasurer’s office at 248.541-4300. COMMISSIONS, BOARDS & COMMITTEE MEMBERS Applications due November 30 Would you like to volunteer on one of the City Commissions, Boards or Committees? Applications are online and due by November 30. For more information or to have an application mailed to you, please call 248.541-4300. WINTER 2015 TAXES The 2015 winter tax bills will be mailed on November 30, 2015. If you do not have an escrow account and have not received a tax bill by the second week of December, please contact the Treasurer’s Office immediately. Non-receipt of the bill does not negate the owner’s responsibility to pay. City Hall CITY/SCHOOL/COUNTY TAXES The second half of the 2015 summer taxes are due by October 31, 2015. Taxes received after October 31, 2015 incur a penalty from August 10 of 1% per month until paid. A drop box is located in the west City Hall parking lot for your convenience. While we cannot waive penalties and interest, we will accept partial payments. Property taxes and water bills may now be paid online by visiting the City website. Payment may be made by credit card or e-check. Please note fees are attached. Water payments may also be direct debited from your bank account similar to the convenience offered by many utility companies. Enrollment forms may be obtained on the city website or by calling the Treasurer’s Office at 248 541-4300, ext 638. MONEY FOR MINOR HOME REPAIRS Homeowners in need of minor home repairs with low to moderate income may qualify for financial assistance through the Oakland County Community Development Block Grant Program. Please call Jennifer Furlong, 248.541-3030, for more information. WINTER COAT DRIVE November 1 - 30 at the HWP&R The 29th Annual “Coats for the Cold” Coat Drive, sponsored by Sheriff Michael Bouchard, is being held throughout the month of November. Please consider donating new or clean, gently-used coats to go to someone in need this year. A drop box will be located in the Huntington Woods Recreation Center. 26815 Scotia Road 248.541-4300 HWMI.ORG HOURS Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed for lunch, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm OFFICES CLOSED September 7, October 12, November 11, 26-27 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Amy Sullivan, City Manager Tony Lehmann, Finance Director Joy Solanskey,Treasurer/City Clerk Ruth Lee, Deputy Clerk, Building Hank Berry, Planning Department THANK YOU JULY 4TH DONORS Amici’s Coco Fairfield’s Crispelli’s Detroit Tigers Doll Hospital & Toy Soldier Shop Emagine Theater Farmington Hills Golf Course Four Seasons Garden Center Holiday Market Men’s Club Monty’s Grill Mr Kabobs New York Bagels Oakland County Parks & Recreation Pet Supplies Plus, Royal Oak Royal Oak Golf Center Uncle Andy’s Pizza Zumba Mexican Grille Donations are used to enhance our July 4th offerings. Be sure to support these businesses/ organizations that support us! 40th Annual Men’s Club & Women’s League CIDER & DONUT SALE Saturday, October 3, 8:00 am - noon Huntington Woods Men’s Club and Women’s League will be on the streets of Huntington Woods during the near-famous cider and donut sale. Look for volunteers selling cider and donuts on the corners of York/Lincoln, Nadine/Berkley and Lincoln/Scotia. If you would like to have cider and donuts delivered to your home, watch for a pre-order form to arrive on your door step, also available around town and at City Offices. Simply return the pre-order form and payment by September 30 and delivery of fresh cider and warm donuts will be made the morning of the sale. You may also pre-order online at the HWMC.org site and pay by Pay Pal! Q? Contact Dorica Bakaluca, [email protected] …Page 3 Hometown Herald… Library THANKYOU FRIENDS & PLEASE JOIN US! Again this year our wonderful Friends of the Huntington Woods Public Library provided financial support for ALL of our Summer Reading Programs, this includes materials, prizes, speakers and refreshments. Our Friends work hard to make this large financial contribution to the Library. Please consider joining the Friends, they meet the first Monday evening of every month, beginning October - May. They are especially anxious for new members to become involved in our monthly used book sales, programming throughout the year, newsletter and fundraising. Any questions please contact Toni Brandt at Teachlady2000@yahoo. com or 548.541-0764. BOOK DONATIONS The Friends of the Huntington Woods Library thank those individuals who have donated used books for placement in the library’s collection or the Friends’ ongoing book sale. Prospective donors should keep in mind that only used books in good condition could be placed in our library or in the book sales and must be donated in boxes, as we have limited storage. Books that are falling apart, water damaged from storage in a basement or garages are discarded.We also do not accept textbooks, Readers Digest Condensed books and out of date reference books. If you require a tax receipt for your donation please provide a count of the number of paperback and hardcover books donated. PAY PAL NOW ACCEPTED FOR LIBRARY FINES Use your credit card, debit card or PayPal account to pay fines/fees online. Things you need to know: • Credit and debit card payments are made through PayPal, but you don’t need a PayPal account to make a payment. • There is no service charge, but a minimum payment of $5 is required. • Payments will be applied to your library account immediately. • Ask a Librarian if you experience problems with an online payment. • Credit card payments are not accepted in person or by phone. You may still pay in person using cash, check or money order during regular operating hours. …City of Huntington Woods Page 4… TROY LIBRARY RECIPROCAL BORROWING The Troy Public Library has agreed that they will extend borrowing privileges to Huntington Woods Library card holders.This reciprocal agreement helps facilitate, coordinate and improve library service for all. What You Can Do With a HW Library Card at the Troy Public Library? Access to Troy Public Library’s collection, ability to check out all materials, renew materials and place holds on materials. HW cardholders will be able to access TPL’s catalog via the website, www.troypl.org, and as long as they have a library card in good standing and a PIN, they can place holds from home or wherever they happen to be.A mobile app is available now. Holds can be placed from a phone or tablet. HW cardholders who borrow Troy Public Library materials would need to return them to the Troy Public Library, because there is no delivery between our two libraries. Huntington Woods Card Holders do not have remote access to Troy Public Library databases; downloadables such as Overdrive, Zinio, Freegal, etc. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Interested in helping adults learn English as a second language? Tutors are needed and we provide the space. Contact Oakland County Literacy 248.253.1617. BE A STITCH September 30, October 28, November 18, Join the Library staff as we participate in one of the fastest growing hobbies – KNITTING. The knitting movement has people of all ages, especially young adults, moms and daughters, seniors, friends, etc. Gather in an organized group at 7:00 pm and get your creative knit on. Pattern books are available to borrow from the library. There is no charge for these gatherings. Knitters of all levels – beginner to expert - are invited to come and “Be a Stitch!” BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP September 28, October 26, November 23 Our ever-popular book discussion group meets the fourth Monday of every month at 7:30 pm. Book titles rotate from fiction to non-fiction. Please call the library at 248.543-9720, for titles and more information about this lively book discussion group. The mission of the Huntington Woods Public Library is to serve our member communities’ life-long learning needs by; providing access to informational, cultural, educational and leisure resources. LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH The Smartest Card. Get it. Use it. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and the Library wants to make sure that you and your child has the smartest card of all — a library card. Observed since 1987, this is a time when the American Library Association and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all. Library cards are FREE and bring you a world of opportunity— no matter what your age. Here are some of the wonderful things that you can do with a HW Library card: • Borrow books • Borrow audio books • Borrow DVDs • Check out music CDs • Use the internet • Use computer word processing • Access online databases • Place books on hold • Request books on Interlibrary Loan • Suggest books to add to the collection Please bring your library card with you when you visit the library. It is needed to place holds, use the Internet and of course circulate library materials. Also we greatly appreciate if you would provide your email address - for quicker notification of items on hold, as they become available. Should you have a late item, you will also be notified of the item, avoiding mail costs. ADULT PROGRAMS All of the programs are made possible by the Friends of the Huntington Woods Library. While they are all open to the public, registration is required due to limited seating. Please register via the Library’s web site, click on events, click on calendar, click on the appropriate month, then click on the program and register. BORDER CROSSINGS: COMING OF AGE IN THE CZECH RESISTANCE Wednesday, September 30, 7:00 pm Grosse Pointer Sandy Novacek talks about her late husband Charles Novacek’s award-winning memoir, Border Crossings: Coming of Age in the Czech Resistance.The book is a firsthand account of his life spent in the Czech Resistance from age 11 to 20 years during World War II and the Cold War. After escaping his homeland, Novacek fled to Germany, then Venezuela and finally immigrated to the U.S. where he became a citizen, engineer and artist. The book is endorsed by Madeleine Albright and has been a finalist and winner of 14 book awards. BRAIN-BUILDING FOOD FORYOUR FAMILY Thursday, October 8, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Food is your child’s fuel for the brain and body. What your child eats – and doesn’t eat – has a direct impact on academic performance, mood and behavior. Leave empowered with information and practical tips as well as a list of foods that are brain-builders and brain-busters plus some simple recipes your family will love. Presented by Angelle Batten, MEd, CHHC. LIBRARY RESOURCES Saturday, October 10, 2:00 pm Did you know that Huntington Woods Library offers Overdrive, Zinio, Freegal, and Mango? What are they? How can you download them to your I-pad, PC, tablet, or phone? If the terms and the process seems confusing or troublesome, please join Josh Rouan. Josh is an IT administrator for the Baldwin Library in Birmingham. He will be here to demonstrate and assist you by providing instruction and answering your questions so that you can make full use of all these library resources. COYOTE: OUR URBAN ADAPTER Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 pm Native Americans told legends about the coyote and yet today this wild canine only seems to only see bad press. How can one animal be feared by some and revered by others? Utilizing data collected in recent big city studies, this one hour educational presentation looks at the biology, the myths and the facts about one of North America’s most highly adaptable animals. Laurel Zoet from Nature on the Go discusses this often maligned animal that is becoming more prevalent in our urban/suburban area. Join Laurel to begin to separate fact from fiction about these intriguing animals. CSI COMES TO HW Wednesday, November 11, 7:00 pm Most of us are familiar with CSI and its methods of investigation. Sargent Sarah Krebs from the Michigan State Police will be here to describe the role of a forensic photographer at a crime scene. Be sure to bring all your questions with you! HAMTRAMCK Wednesday, November 18, 7:00 pm The area of Detroit known as Hamtramck was once one of the most prosperous in the United States, join historian Marion Krsyowski as he takes us on a journey to this neighborhood from the early part of the 20th century to its present evolution. From a Chene Street that rivaled New York’s shopping to the world of today, where the General Motors plant dominates the landscape, take a trip down memory lane and learn more about the region we live in. TWELVETH NIGHT SINGERS Wednesday, December 9, 7:00 pm Join the Twelfth Night Singers for an evening of song . Dressed in colorful Renaissance attire, they sing a wide range of a cappella traditional Christmas music, from carol to wassail song, from Bach to Burt to P.D.Q. This highlyacclaimed group is sure to spread some early holiday cheer. Library Phone: 248.543-9720 Library Home Page http://huntington-woods.lib.mi.us LIBRARY HOURS Mon - Thurs 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm Friday CLOSED The library will be closed September 7, November 25 at 6:00 pm, and November 26 - November 29. LIBRARY STAFF Director - Anne Hage Gallery Coordinator – Lisa Grix Head of Circulation – Sally Kohlenberg Head of IT – Jamie Richards Reference Librarians- Karen Tower, Gail Gilman, Joanne Johnson Technical Services – Jesse Mitchell Youth Services Assistant – Joyce Krom Clerks – Fuzzy Raebel, Karen Dubrinsky, Jon Pickell Pages – Lucy Smith, Aiden Bergsman, Gillian DeMeter. LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Jeff Aisen, Millicent Berry, Robert Holley, Renee Nadiv, Cheryl Riskin, Stacy Stutcher and Mari Vaydik Library Board meets the third Monday of each month at 7:30 pm CONTEMPORARY FILM DISCUSSION SERIES Wednesdays, 7:00 pm Join Dr. Tara Hayes, the Book Club Professor for thought-provoking discussions. To inaugurate this new Film Discussion Series, the Huntington Woods Library launches a four film program of Oscar winners recognized for their excellence at the 86th Academy Awards. Each of these films exemplifies aspects of what is best about filmmaking and a “night at the movies”, in our current moment. Together we will analyze the technical and thematic components and merits of individual scenes and the films as a whole. September, date tba Ida October 28 Blue Jasmine November, date tba Theory of Everything December 23 Selma To participate, screen the film in advance of the discussion (copies available at the Huntington Woods Library) and then join us at 7:00 pm, typically on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Due to the holidays, September and November, dates are tba. All of the programs are made possible by the Friends of the Huntington Woods Library. While they are all open to the public, registration is required due to limited seating. Please register via the Library’s website, click on events, click on calendar, click on the appropriate month, then click on the program and register. …Page 5 Hometown Herald… CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Huntington Woods Library Children’s Programs are open to children who live in Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge. Space is limited, with a minimum of 5 people per event. Please visit our website: www.huntington-woods.lib.mi.us to reserve your spot! All programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Huntington Woods Library. PRESCHOOL 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN Read it and Reap! SUPER SATURDAY FOR PRESCHOOLERS PETE THE CAT September 26, 11:00 am ELEMENTARY As a reminder, HWPL Children’s Programs are open to elementary-aged children who are Huntington Woods or Pleasant Ridge residents. All programs are free but require advance registration on our website and are sponsored by the Friends of the Library. MAKERS AND READERS Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm Begins September 17. Each week, we’ll talk about the books we’re reading, work on some fun projects and learn or do one new thing! Be sure to bring a snack. Best for grades 1 - 5. The mission behind the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is to promote reading to newborns, infants and toddlers and to encourage parent and child bonding through reading. The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes, you can repeat books) before your precious one starts kindergarten. Come hear your favorite Pete the Cat stories, sing a few songs and make a groovy Pete project. “Music Time with Dean and Mary Alice” introduces children to an eclectic variety of musical instruments, while also engaging the audience with original music, covers, and puppetry that is fun for both parents and children. Their songs include traditional favorites, as well as covers by an unexpected and wide variety of artists. POKEMON SWAP September 26, 1:00 pm It’s not difficult if you think about it. Read just one book each night, and that’s as many as 365 books in a year; 730 books in two years and 1,095 books in three years! Most children start kindergarten at around 5 years of age, you have more time than you think! BUBBLE MAN! November 14, 11:00 am We’ll have lots of Minecraft paper crafts to bring your game to life! Stop by the Youth Services desk to pick up your log or download the app from the iTunes store and begin reading today! Visit www.1000BooksBeforeKindergarten.org for more information. DEAN AND MARY ALICE October 17, 11:00 am Ron the Bubble Man will be here to show us amazing tricks with bubbles. Square bubbles? Yep. Bubbles inside of bubbles? Yep. You don’t want to miss this! NEW ADDITIONS? Parents of newborns and toddlers who visit the Huntington Woods Library will receive a Books for Babies kit. The Books for Babies kit contains a board book for baby, baby’s 1st library card and a variety of brochures with reading tips and early literacy information from nationally-recognized educational organizations. LIBRARY PLAYGROUPS NOW FORMING! Are you ready to get out of the house for a bit and meet other neighborhood parents with young children? Playgroups have been found to provide vital support to new parents (and experienced!) as well as provide socialization opportunities for children of all ages. If you’re interested in joining a playgroup, please send an email to Ms. Joyce at [email protected] and include your name, preferred contact information, preferred day and time for a playgroup and the age of your child or children. Make connections at your library! …City of Huntington Woods Page 6… Also included in the kit is a Huntington Woods Library bib, a brochure with the Story Times offered and a Pre-School Directory. Just ask for a kit at the Circulation Desk or in the Children’s Area. SUPER SATURDAY FOR ELEMENTARY-AGED Bring your collection to show off and your double cards to swap.We’ll also eat a few snacks and give out a few prizes! MINECRAFT CRAFTS October 17, 1:00 pm LEGO BUILD November 14, 1:00 pm We’ll get out our LEGOs and you can build to your heart’s content! We’ll display the finished creations in the new Children’s Section Reading Room. BOOKS FOR TREATS! November 1 - 7 Drop off your extra or unwanted Halloween candy at the library and we’ll buy a book for our Children’s Section in your honor! All candy collected will be donated to the Judson Center. DROP-IN TUTORING Need a little help with homework? Volunteer teen tutors will be on hand to offer their knowledge and expertise to your children. Tutors meet in the Reading Room of the Children’s Section and work with children on a first come, first served basis. Please check our event calendar and Facebook page for days and times. MIDDLE SCHOOL+ HWPL Tween and Teen programs are open to Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge residents entering grade 6 and up. All programs are free, but require advance registration on our website. JUNIOR LIBRARIANS CLUB Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm Back by popular demand! Begins September 15. Each week, we’ll talk books, work on some projects to better the library and learn or do one new thing. Topics will be selected by the group so bring your interests and ideas! LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER HOURS? The library is looking for academically-talented middle and high school students to tutor elementary-aged children after school at the library. If you are interested, please send an email to Ms. Joyce at [email protected] including your name, age, grade, school, preferred contact information and areas of academic expertise. STORY TIME WITH MS. JOYCE Story Time at the Huntington Woods Library is open to children who live in Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge. Space is limited so registration is required for all sessions. LIBRARY DOGS READING PROGRAM Sundays 2:00 - 3:00 pm Begins September 20 Studies show that when children read in a non-threatening environment, they become more proficient readers because they are reading for the fun of it without worrying about mistakes or criticism. Our registered therapy dogs LOVE to listen to children read. Bring your favorite book to read to our library dogs or choose one from the library collection. All ages welcome; no registration necessary. Check our event calendar and Facebook page for updates. Please visit our website: www.huntington-woods.lib.mi.us to reserve your spot today! BABES AND BOOKS STORY TIME: MONDAYS, 11:00 AM Runs: September 14 –November 16 A 20-30 minute story time for children ages 6 to 12 months and their caregivers includes language exploration through books, music, finger plays and movement. TINY TOTS STORY TIME: TUESDAYS, 11:00 AM Runs: September 15 – November 17 During this 30 minute story time, children ages 13 - 24 months and their caregivers will expand their horizons with books, music, flannel stories and more! LITTLE READERS STORY TIME: WEDNESDAYS, 11:00 AM Runs: September 16 –November 18 Children 2 and 3 years old and their caregivers will investigate the world around them through books, music, flannel stories, activities and crafts during this 30 minute story time. WOODS GALLERY The Woods Gallery showcases a wide range of artists from the Detroit metropolitan area. Both established and up-and-coming artists are featured. “Empty Before Use… The Art of the Cigar Box” August 19- September 30 Mixed Media Cigar Boxes Artist Reception: Thursday, August 27, 6:30 - 8:30 pm PRE-SCHOOL READERS CLUB: WEDNESDAYS, 2:00 PM Runs: September 16 – November 18 Children 4 and 5 years and not yet in kindergarten explore print concepts and pre-reading skills through stories, music and crafts. This is a 45 minute story time without caregivers. Jon Parlangeli, Paintings PAJAMA CLUB STORY TIME: THURSDAYS, 6:30 PM Runs: September 17 – November 19 Families with young children of all ages will enjoy sharing books, music and early literacy activities of all kinds together. Bring the whole family and wear your pajamas if you like! Detroit Photographers Story Time focuses on introducing children to the wonderful and exciting world of literacy. Each story time includes activities from all six aspects of early literacy: Narrative Skills, Phonological Awareness, Letter Knowledge, Print Awareness,Vocabulary and Print Motivation. In order for all children to enjoy story time and get the most benefit from it, we ask that you arrive on time, silence your cell phone and save conversations for later. Creating life-long learners is our goal; read early, read often! Our Story Time programs have become quite popular, so those who are registered, but miss 3 or more classes may be dropped from the roster so that others on the waitlist may fill the spot. October 5 -November 13 Reception: TBD November 18- December 31 Reception: TBD Unique and creative art from a different artist or group is available for viewing and purchase approximately every eight weeks. Join us for our “Meet the Artist” receptions where you can also hear about the inspiration behind the artwork. The Woods Gallery (located in the lower level of the Huntington Woods Library) is also available for meetings and events during library hours. …Page 7 Hometown Herald… Public Works WATER METER INFORMATION Outside reading device must be accessible. Fall is an ideal time to remove vegetation from the water meter box on the side of your house. This device is linked to your inside water meter and allows DPW to read your meter from outside. If you can’t get at it easily, neither can we. IS YOUR WATER BILL JUST $15! A $15 water bill means that your house is either empty or your inside water meter has stopped working properly. If so, the Water Department needs to access your inside water meter to change the meter at no cost to you. You can reach us at 248.547-1888 or by email to [email protected] to make an appointment. The Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for the care and maintenance of city facilities and common areas to provide a pleasant environment for city residents and employees. WEST NILE VIRUS Fall is here, but mosquito season has yet to wind down so continue to Fight the Bite. In 2014, and specifically the fall of 2014, saw an upswing in cases of WNV especially amongst those 40-70 years of age. Continue to protect yourself & your children by wearing long sleeve shirts and long pants when heading out into mosquito infested areas and do use proper repellants. For more information check out the Oakland County Health Division. You can access this information from the HW web site (www.hwmi.org under DPW: Because You Asked.) REMEMBER, West Nile Virus is cause for concern, not panic, so Fight the Bite. Informative brochures are also available at city buildings with common sense suggestions for staying safe. CYBER & CIDER WEEDEND! Electronics/Book/Metal Drop Off/Shredder* Event at the DPW Yard Sunday, October 4, noon to 4:30 pm Shredder available noon - 4:00 pm Bring all types of electronics (e.g. TVs, computers, computer components, monitors, DVD/ CD players), metal for the Scrap Metal Drive, books for the Library book sale or hardback books to recycle. Save a trip to SOCRRA and keep these items out of the landfill. The shredder will close down at 4:00 pm. This event is sponsored by the Environmental Advisory Committee & the Friends of the Library. We again appreciate the help of the BHS Robotics Club, on hand to help remove items from your cars. Please note that the shredder is for RESIDENTIAL use ONLY during this event. For fast shredding and large quantities, use the very large/fast shredder at SOCRRA’s location in Troy. That shredder is many times faster and handles much more paper at one time and there is room for more than one person to shred at the same time. Wait time is now negligible. The trip is well worth it if you have a lot to shred. We know that HW always does things first, but we are pleased that several other SOCRRA communities are now having electronics/shredder events, too. The collection numbers are in. Check out where HW stacks up to other SOCRRA communities which held spring events: City Electronics in pounds Shredding Clawson Ferndale Hazel Park Huntington Woods (May) Oak Park Royal Oak 2627 2170 1935 7581 4599 6051 1 garbage can 1 garbage can 2 large rolling carts 2 large rolling carts & large bags 2 large rolling carts & large bags And, while you are out and about on Saturday, October 3, don’t forget to buy your MC/ HWWL cider and donuts to consume while you read a book purchased at the Friends of the Library Book Sale, Saturday, October 3, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. …City of Huntington Woods Page 8… SIDEWALKS Homeowners are responsible for the care and maintenance of the sidewalks adjacent to their property. If at any time, sidewalks are considered a danger to pedestrians, they may be marked for replacement at the homeowner’s expense. They must be kept free of debris and clear of overhanging limbs from trees or shrubs. RAIN WATER IN THE STREETS Catch basin covers are designed to slow the release of rain water into the storm sewer system. Some debris on top of the catch basin is useful, however, if it becomes too badly clogged, residents can help by clearing some of the excess debris off the top. It is never a good idea to remove debris at the height of the storm. Let the street retain the water, not someone’s basement. Once the rain has stopped or, at least, slowed down, remove debris from one, not both of the catch basin tops. It helps to start with the cover on the side of the street where you find the fire hydrants and then after the water has started to subside, move on to the top on the other side of the street. Remember that slow is good. RODENTS Trash containers, including the heavy-duty city recycling cart, can be susceptible to rodents. To lessen the likelihood, keep them clean by rinsing the container often and spraying the insides with bleach. Remember rodents (squirrels, chipmunks and rats) are looking for any food waste and animal refuse. Do yourself a favor and rinse items that contained food before putting them in your trash/recycling. Double bagging also helps. Questions? Call 248.547-1888 PLANT SHARING Is your Garden Overgrown? SCRAP METAL CONTAINER In a continuing effort to divert more metal from the waste stream and help fund recycling outreach, the Scrap Metal dumpster will remain in the DPW yard throughout the year. The yard is open for drop off weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Even though scavenging has declined some, we will continue to suspend our semi-annual curbside collection. Call 248 547-1888 or email [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance. We will make every effort to help you out. In addition, all metal items placed at the curb will be recycled year round when collected by our hauler, Tringali Sanitation. This includes, but is not limited to, barbeques, lawn chairs, filing cabinets, bed frames and shelving along with white goods, like dishwashers, water heaters and stoves. The main issue here is that, too often, our hauler rarely gets to pick up this material. It is stolen first. Call DPW for suggestions to keep scavengers away from your metal or bring it to DPW. REMEMBER: STOP! THIEF! While scavenging is way down because metal prices are down, continue to be on the look out for scavengers taking recyclables. Taking recyclables is against the law in Huntington Woods and is a loss of revenue for the city and SOCRRA which is, after all, also US. If you see someone taking recyclables call Public Safety at 248.541-1180. If you can get a license number and description of the vehicle, that will be very helpful to our officers. LIFE OF RECYCLING • • • • • • • • • You buy it You use all of it You recycle it. The recycle truck picks it up and brings it to SOCRRA’s recycle center. SOCRRA sorts and bales the material. It is sent to a manufacturer for processing. It gets made into something new again. It goes back to the store. And you purchase it again. City truck rental ends 9/18 for the season. DPW Dividing your plants periodically will strengthen them and help beautify Huntington Woods. To share perennials, contact Claire at 248.547-1888 or [email protected]. Department of Public Works Phone: 248.547-1888 [email protected] DPW OFFICE/YARD HOURS Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Closed weekends and holidays ADOPT-A-GARDEN PROGRAM A special thank you to all our wonderful gardeners who continue to change the face of Huntington Woods, its parks and common areas and to Pam Haxton, our Adopt-a-Garden coordinator who continues to do an amazing job. Do take the opportunity to get around the city and enjoy the gardens before they lay dormant under a blanket of snow. DROP OFF AT DPW: Scrap Metal, CFL bulbs, batteries (may also go in a closed plastic bag in your cart), plastic caps, CDs, DVDs, computer disks, ink and printer cartridges. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Claire Galed, Manager Jay Mader, Operations Manager Jan Batson, Office Manager OUR WORLD INFO SERIES The Environmental Advisory Committee and BArT Board is offering a fall series of programs about our Huntington Woods world! WEATHER ACROSS SE MICHIGAN Wednesday, September 30 , 7:00 pm Rich Pollman from The National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac office will give a presentation on weather across Southeast Michigan. Topics include severe weather, severe weather forecasting, the role of the National Weather Service and weather safety. Discussion of the historic August 2014 floods that hit metro Detroit included. SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPES FOR WATERSHED MANAGEMENT – A LOCAL PERSPECTIVE Thursday, October 8, 7:00 pm Led by Dr. Donald Carpenter, a Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of the Great Lakes Stormwater Management Institute at Lawrence Technological University. Dr. Carpenter routinely provides professional lectures and short courses on green infrastructure and sustainable watershed management and on a personal note, Don was raised in Huntington Woods and his parents still reside on Pembroke. GREAT LAKES WATER AUTHORITY Wednesday, October 14, 7:00 pm Jeff McKeen, SOCWA (Southeast Oakland County Water Authority) General Manager and Mark Jacobs, an Attorney with Dykema Gossett PLLC, discuss The Great Lakes Water Authority and its impact on the Southeastern Michigan water and sewer systems. Jeff McKeen has been the General Manager of SOCRRA and SOCWA since 2002. SOCRRA provides refuse, recycling and yard waste services to 12 communities in Southeastern Oakland County. SOCWA is the water supplier to 13 communities also located in Southeastern Oakland County. Both organizations are owned by their member communities. SOCRRA and SOCWA have been performing shared services for their member communities since the 1950’s. Mark Jacobs is an attorney with Dykema Gossett PLLC and a member of the Environmental Advisory Committee. All programs will be held at the HW Library beginning at 7:00 pm. No pre-registration required. Call Claire at 248.547-1888 for additional info. …Page 9 Hometown Herald… YARD WASTE PICK UP THROUGH 12/15 To be in compliance with state law and SOCRRA’s new yard waste definition, yard waste includes but is not exclusive of: bush clippings, twigs, woody stalk material, ivy, brush under 2” in diameter and under 4’ in length and gutter debris. In addition, you can add to yard waste containers/bags: • Halloween pumpkins; hay or straw bales • Old potting soil (put plastic pots in your cart for recycling) • Play box sand; clean fill dirt; sod • Vegetables and fruit from a garden or kitchen (uncooked) • Flowers of all types; old blooms, bouquets • Brush, branches, bushes and vines; roots; stumps and bark • Pine cones; seeds and seed pods from trees • Logs • Wood chips, sawdust and wood shavings • Untreated/unpainted wood boards, 2” x 4” or 4” x 4” in size, up to 4’ in length. Yard waste should be placed in brown yard waste bags OR trash cans with a sticker visible from the street. Bags (at cost) and stickers (free) are available at City Hall and Public Works. Yard waste bags and containers cannot exceed 50 pounds. PLEASE LEAVE BRANCHES OVER 4’ FOR CHIPPING on Mondays. From December through March, yard waste is accepted free from all SOCRRA residents at the SOCRRA Transfer Station on Coolidge. It is against State law to put yard waste into a landfill. Yard waste will not be picked up with the trash. If you only have uncooked vegetable and fruit scraps from your garden or kitchen, we now have a small yard waste container available for sale at cost ($15) to handle this organic waste or you can use a brown paper bag from the grocery store and place this in your larger yard waste container. BRUSH & OTHER WOODY MATERIAL Small branches, twigs or sticks shorter than 4 feet in length and smaller than 2” in diameter and root balls should be placed in yard waste cans or bags for Tuesday yard waste collection. Please do not have sticks extend more than 12” past the top of the bag or container. Logs and other untreated and unpainted wood (2x4s, 2x6s) with no nails can be placed at the curb as well. If you prefer, wood material, except for logs, may be gathered in bundles, not to exceed 40 pounds, and tied with twine. DO NOT use tape. Please place no more than 10 logs at the curb at one time. For a complete list of what is now collected as yard waste check out the socrra website at www. socrra.org. FALL LEAF PICK UP 10/19 - 11/25 All leaves should be raked into the street for pick up. If you wish, you may put leaves in yard waste bags or cans with stickers to be collected on Tuesday with yard waste. Weather permitting, there will be limited pick up after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend as the trucks MUST be prepared for snow removal. DPW employees try to vacuum every street each week. Sometimes, due to heavy volume and wet weather it takes more than a week for the trucks to pass through the whole city. YOU CAN HELP! PLEASE DO NOT PARK CARS IN THE STREET DURING LEAF SEASON. It does not help your neighbors to park in front of their houses either. Please be considerate. Residents are asked to remove sticks, stones, glass or debris of any kind from the leaves. Your diligence, patience and understanding is appreciated. ELEVEN MILE RESIDENTS - Please rake leaves onto the easement each week for the City to vacuum on Thursday after lunch. BURNING LEAVES PROHIBITED - Outside burning of leaves and other materials is prohibited. CHIPPING - THROUGHOUT THE YEAR PLACE CHIPPING NEATLY AT THE CURB WITH THE ENDS IN ONE DIRECTION. Branches must be over 4’ and 2-6” in diameter. The chipper is in the City very early in the morning, so have your chipping at the curb after 4:00 pm on Sunday. Chipping is for work done by residents only. The city will not pick up branches if you have hired a contractor to do the work. …City of Huntington Woods Page 10… TREES Our Urban Forest The City, as part of a return to accepted maintenance procedures for our urban forest, has begun to move more rapidly, within strict financial constraints, to remove dead and dying trees. Of all the species of trees, the old silver maples are the ones being most impacted. Unfortunately, these large gracious trees, planted in the 1950s and 1960s to grow quickly to provide shade, have a short life span and many are beyond maturity. We are saddened to lose so many wonderful shade trees, but with the City’s new emphasis on diversification, we hope that we will never again see the loss of so many trees at one time as we saw with the loss of Elm and Ash trees to bugs and, now, Silver Maples to old age. To help recover from the lose of so many trees, the City has, over the past years, had an aggressive planting program but still seems to fall further and further behind. We will continue to explore all sources for additional funds for planting. In addition, we will be planting a variety of trees so that tree diversification will buffer our woods from ever being stripped bare. If you wish, at your expense, to plant a street tree or remove a dead street tree, there are policies in place approved by the City Commission. Check the city web site or call DPW for information. For those interested in participating, the city will provide a donation letter for the cost of approved street tree removal or up to $1,000 for the purchase and proper, professional planting of an approved street tree. The City continues to have both a street tree removal and planting program in place. Interested in planting a tree in your yard? Check the BART Board tab on the City web site for information on trees and the many BART BOARD activities. There is additional information on native trees and planting the right tree in the right spot. While you are out and about, take a book/bring a book to the Little Lending Libraries on Scotia and Hereford. AMERICA RECYCLES In November, celebrate AMERICA RECYCLES with all the SOCRRA communities. Watch for information on the SOCRRA website, www.socrra.org or call HW DPW, 248.547-1888 or SOCRRA, 248 288-5150, for up-to-date information. Group tours of the recycling facility can be scheduled throughout the year. CURBSIDE LABOR DAY COLLECTION Collection is delayed one day to Wednesday, September 9 following Labor Day. MOST UP-TO-DATE RECYCLING INFO: SOCRRA.ORG Sign up for the SOCRRA monthly e-newsletter for current information and seasonal tips. For additional tips and reminders, check out the HW Facebook Recycling Page, huntington-woods-the-recyclers. SOLID WASTE/TRASH, THE NON-RECYCLABLES Look how little is left! Place household trash (what little you have) in a container up to 35 gal. or in a 20-30 gal. 2-mil plastic bag not to exceed 60 pounds. Put at the curb by 7:00 am, but not earlier than 4:00 pm Mondays. Empty containers MUST be removed by midnight of collection day or a violation WILL be issued. If you have a collection problem, notify DPW no later than Wednesday morning. You may leave a message. Please give you name, address and a phone number (speak clearly) so you can be contacted, if necessary. You may also send an email to [email protected] . The short list of what’s left for the trash: Does NOT include paper (exceptions: napkins, tissues, paper towels or greasy, dirty paper plates or pizza boxes), metal, plastic containers and glass bottles or jars. These are ALL recyclable. IRREGULAR ITEMS Large items such as sofas, mattresses and household furniture. Are these items usable? Contact DPW for several locations that will take these items and do provide pickup. Carpeting, Padding and Painted or Treated Wood must be folded or cut no more than three (3) feet in length and tied in bundles not exceeding sixty (60) pounds. No nails please. Set these at the curb for Tuesday pickup. Untreated/unpainted wood 2” x 4” x 4’ or 4” x 4” x 4’ can be placed at the curb in yard waste bags or containers (maximum weight is 50 pounds) Broken Glass - Wrap in heavy paper or cloth and put out with regular trash. Miscellaneous items - plastic utensils; ceramics, coffee cups, plates, mirrors, window glass or light bulbs (bring CFL bulbs to SOCRRA’s drop off or Public Works for proper disposal), food waste, items with gunk on them and Polystyrene (what we call Styrofoam) should be placed in the trash. Check with DPW regarding plastic cap recycling. Excluded Materials - The City does not accept the following items at the curb: Contrac- tor’s trash, tires, bricks, concrete, stone. These must be removed by the homeowner. Call a waste hauler to dispose of privately or call SOCRRA (248.288-5150) regarding the fee to bring acceptable materials to the transfer station. If you have construction material that can be reused, contact Habitat for Humanity at 313.653-4890 or on their website at www.habitatdetroit.org. Clean dirt, sod, tree stumps prepared properly can be placed at the curb with yard waste through December 13. For other reuse ideas, check out www.socrra. org FAQ. SHREDDING ADVICE The paper industry really needs your recycled paper as a raw material to make new paper. Longer fibers (unshredded) have MORE life. We have become a shredding society, shredding things that should be shredded and not. Shred anything with your social security number on it or an account number, but don’t bother with things with just your name and address. Virtually every place you have an account with sells names/addresses for extra revenue, which is why we all have so much junk mail. If you do not open junk mail, why would you shred it? You clearly didn’t think there was anything worth looking at. As for various types of offers, if you feel better, tear them in half. There is no need to shred junk mail advertisements and notices that come with your bills or the prospectus from an investment company or expired coupons. Take a moment to separate the things that really need shredding and the things that don’t. SOCRRA RECYCLING DROP OFF 995 Coolidge,Troy (across from Meijer) Current information at www.socrra.org SOCRRA, 248.288-5150, HHW/Electronic Waste, 248.288-5153 DROP-OFF ACCEPTS - All acceptable curbside recyclables - Plastic bags - Automotive/batteries - Hardcover books - CD/DVD discs,VHS tapes, cassettes, cases (drop off also at Library or City Hall) - Floppy disks (drop off also at DPW) - Clothes, shoes, toys, bedding, other cloth items. Should be clean but need not be free of stains and tears. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW) & ELECTRONICS RECYCLING Please get on the schedule through SOCRRA online at www.socrra.org or by calling 248.288-5153. DROP OFF FYI’S • HHW including old medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter. Pour into a clear plastic baggie, recycle the containers and take the combined medicines to SOCRRA. Liquids and medication in bubble packs need not be emptied. Keep old medicines out of our water. • Oil-based and latex paint, paint thinners and stains. Latex paint is now recycled through SOCRRA with a company called E-Paint (Everyone’s Paint). • Liquid waste including cooking oil from an outdoor fryer. • Electronics Recycling includes TVs, phones, computers and computers. There are many dangerous metals in electronic devices. Let’s work together to keep them out of the landfills. HW Electronics Drop Off is October 4, noon to 4:30 pm. • Automotive batteries should be taken to the SOCRRA drop-off (no appointment necessary). Household batteries can go curbside in a clear plastic bag placed inside your cart. Contact SOCRRA at www.socrra.org or by call 248.288-5150 for information on the drop-off center, shredder availability or to schedule for Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Recycling. Check for hours before making the trip. …Page 11 Hometown Herald… Parks & Recreation FALL CLASS SESSION, 2015 The fall session begins Monday, September 21. Classes will not meet September 23; November 25 (evening) and November 26 - 29. Please see back page for registration information. Age requirements for classes are as of the first day of class. INFANT/PRESCHOOL CLASSES BIG BUILDERS Ages: 4 - 6 years #220141-01 Sat., 9:00 - 9:45 am 8 weeks: Sept. 26 – Nov. 21 (no class 10/31) Instructor: Young Engineers Staff For new & returning students! This program enables children to have FUN learning by integrating K’nex with general knowledge in nature, space, science, transportation and day-to-day physics. The program illustrates theoretical knowledge in these fields through the use of stories, thinking, social games and model building – and HAVING FUN!! Instructors also emphasize personal interaction and building a sense of self-confidence among all children participating. Cost: $96 DANCE IN THE WOODS Ages: 3 - 5 years For information see Dance in the Woods box on next page. GYMNASTICS Ages: 4 - 5 years Tuesdays, 2:30 - 3:15 pm (6 weeks) #220212-16 Sept. 22 – Nov. 3 (No class 10/6) #220212-17 Nov. 10 – Dec 15 Instructor: Jump-a-Rama Staff In this fun and friendly environment, children learn gymnastic skills and stunts that encourage self-confidence and coordination. Cost: $70 JUMP-A-RAMA/TUMBLE TOTS Ages: 2 - 4 years Tues., 11:10 - 11:55 am (6 weeks) #220108-07 Sept. 22 - Nov. 3 (No class 10/6) #220108-08 Nov. 10 - Dec 15 Instructor: Jump-a-Rama Staff Children build hand-eye coordination, focus on gross motor skills and boost self-confidence. Gymnastic equipment is incorporated into each week’s theme. Parent/caregiver involvement required. Cost: $70 As soon as the newsletter is available (online or in your mailbox), you may sign up for classes. If online, please print and fill out back page and bring to the Front Desk of the Rec to register! …City of Huntington Woods Page 12… KIDDIE SPORTS Ages: 4 - 6 years #220214-02 Thurs., 3:30 - 4:30 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 24 – Nov. 19 (no class 10/15) Instructor: Leisure Unlimited, LCC Staff This jam-packed hour introduces your child to all sports including football, soccer, floor hockey, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball and much more! The emphasis is on effort, sportsmanship and teamwork for a positive learning experience. Silly games and drills have your youngsters looking forward to sports and games. Bring a water bottle and wear gym shoes. For more info: www.leisureunlimited.net Cost: $82 KINDERMUSIK Kindermusik Village: Newborn – 18 months with parent or caregiver #220215-08 Tues., 9:15 - 10:00 am 8 weeks: October 6 - Nov. 24 #220215-09 Wed., 10:15 - 11:00 am 8 weeks: October 7 - Nov. 25 Instructor: M. Robertson, certified Kindermusik instructor THEME: Feathers Bond with your baby, meet other moms, dance, sing, explore instruments and have fun while being exposed to the musical poems of Woody Guthrie, bird songs, and the naturally occurring sounds in nature which help babies develop an early appreciation—and accelerated aptitude—for language, movement, and music. Home Materials CD with over 25 speciallyselected recordings from class, Kindermusik chimeball, a colorful picture book of birds, and a set of Art Banners for the nursery wall that strengthens vision and promotes early literacy. Cost: $70 + $35 REQUIRED home materials fee, payable to instructor at the 1st class. Kindermusik Our Time: 18 mos - 3 years with parent or caregiver #220215-10 Tues., 10:15 - 11:00 am 8 weeks: October 6 - Nov. 24 #220215-11 Wed., 9:15 - 10:00 am 8 weeks: October 7 - Nov. 25 Instructor: M. Robertson, certified Kindermusik instructor THEME: Milk & Cookies Give your growing child the freedom to explore and express within the secure frame- work of your presence as you play instruments, sing, move, and explore the world of music with other families while building your child’s confidence, self-control and communications skills .The more than 30 songs, 15 dances, and eight different instruments create these unique music activities, designed to reflect the importance of movement in the life of a toddler. Home Materials: CD features 50 songs, sounds, and recordings of favorite activities from class; two story books to develop early literacy skills; Home Activity Book; and specially-made pair of zigzag blocks—instrument to develop rhythm and hand-eye coordination-all conveniently stored in a Wiggles & Giggles carry bag. Cost: $70 + $50 REQUIRED home materials fee, payable to instructor at the 1st class. LOTS FOR TOTS: DROP-IN Ages: Up to 5 years with an adult Mondays - Fridays, 9:00 -11:00 am Begins September 21. Schedule subject to change. Balls, mats, riding toys, parachute and other equipment are available for you and your child to enjoy together. The gym is your playground! Note: the riding toys and weight bearing toys are for use by children only. Excessive weight may result in damage to the equipment. Tots can run, jump, play ball, laugh and giggle with other tots in a safe atmosphere. Also, the little ones will begin learning socialization skills. Children must be actively supervised by an adult while in the gym. Cost: $35*/Annual Drop-in fee. Check in at the front desk upon arrival before entering the gym. SOCCER Ages: 3 – 5 years #220239-12 Thurs. 6:15 – 7:00 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 24 – Nov. 19 (no class 10/15) Instructor: Leisure Unlimited, LLC A basic introduction to soccer. Students will learn various kicks, trapping, passing, shooting, positions and rules while working toward inclass scrimmages. Kids play at their own pace. Emphasis is on participation and effort to make this a positive learning experience. For more info: www.leisureunlimited.net Cost: $78 TENNIS See LUVALLTENNIS.com TODDLER AND MEYOGA Ages: 2 - 5 years with caregiver #220417-07 Thurs., 10:00 - 10:45 am 6 weeks: Sept 24 – Oct. 29 Instructor: Replenish Yoga Staff These young yogis have great imaginations with short attention spans. Main objectives with these yogis is to help them love mindful movement, learn to feel and stretch in their bodies, and learn the names of the poses with a caregiver who ends up getting a nice workout! Games and lots of music are all part of the fun. Cost: $70 YOUTH CLASSES ACTING AND CREATIVE DRAMA #220120-03 Grades: 1 - 2 3:30 - 4:30 pm #220120-04 Grades: 3 - 4 4:30- 5:30 pm 8 weeks: Wednesdays, Sept. 30 - Nov. 18 Instructor: Aimee Smith,Theatre Performance degree from WMU; Director, Children’s Theatre Productions This class provides children the opportunity to develop self confidence and self expression through acting concepts and creative drama activities. Students will act out scenes from popular stories and other children’s literature. Explore familiar characters and work to develop new ones. Students also use creative movement to develop cooperation, concentration and imagination skills. Through theatre games, improvisation, pantomime, art, and music, students are encouraged to use their imaginations and be inspired to “create” in a safe and friendly environment. Cost: $100 BABYSITTER TRAINING Ages: 11 - 15 years #220133-01 Sat., Oct. 10, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Instructor: American Red Cross This newly-revised American Red Cross Babysitter Training Program is fun and fast-paced with hands-on-activities, exciting video, role-plays and lively discussions. Students learn to be the best babysitter on the block with training in child care and first aid. In addition, they gain the confidence to make smart decisions and stay safe in any babysitting situation. Content includes the supervision of infants and young children, performing basic child care skills such as diapering and feeding, choosing safe and appropriate toys and activities, handling bedtime and discipline issues, preventing and caring for injuries, communicating with parents and finding/interviewing for babysitting jobs. Send a sack lunch/drink to class. Cost: $77 (includes 168 page handbook, mini-reference guide, CD-ROM, backpack and first aid supplies) CARTOONING WORKSHOP Grades: K - 5 #220102-01 Fri., Nov. 20, 3:30 - 5:00 pm Instructor: Neal Levin Learn to draw cartoons even if you’re a beginner! Neal’s Cartooning Workshop will teach you how to draw through simple instruction and games. You’ll even learn how to make up your own. Fee includes the workshop and all materials plus a booklet to take home! Cost: $20 CHEER/DANCE/POM Grades: K - 5 #220128-03 Friday, 3:30 - 4 :30 pm 8 weeks: September 25 - November 13 Instructor: Coach Brooke Get ready to workout! Join Coach Brooke and learn dance routines, cheers, basic moves, gymnastics, tumbling and pom. Wear comfortable clothing. Cost: $97 Returning: Class for Grades 3 - 5 #220128-02 Friday, 3:30 - 5:15 pm 8 weeks: September 25 - November 13 This advanced class is for girls who have taken before and can already do cartwheel or bridge kickover with the wall. Students stay after and work on more advanced gymnastic tumbling and dance moves. Students showcase what they have learned in a performance for family and friends on the last day. Cost: $136 Athlete by nature, cheer by choice. Parks & Recreation 26235 Scotia Road 248.541-3030 HWMI.ORG HOURS Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 9:00 pm Friday, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Saturday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Sunday, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm OFFICES CLOSED The building is closed August 31, and will have abbreviated hours September 1 - 4 for annual maintenance. The building is closed November 26 - 27. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Mary Gustafson, Director Colette Nutton, Supervisor Steve Wasinski, Parks Supervisor Tracy Shanley & Bridget Brown, Program Coordinators Lisa Anderson, Childcare Director Jennifer Furlong, Senior Outreach Daniel Monaco & Elaine Eggleston, Maintenance & Program Aides Kathy Seidl & Bill Gergosian,Clerks DANCE IN THE WOODS Instructor : Miss Jodi, Miss Emily, Miss Jennifer Cost: $115 MONDAYS: Sept. 21 - Nov. 23 + Recital Nov. 30 (No class 11/9) Tap/Ballet 1 Ages 3 yrs - Pre K 3:40 - 4:25 pm #220125-10 Tap/Ballet 2 Ages Pre K/K 4:30 - 5:15 pm #220125-11 Tap/Ballet/Jazz 4B Grades 1-3 (experienced) 4:30 - 5:25 pm #220125-12 Tap/Ballet/Jazz 4A Grades 1-3 (beginning) 5:30 - 6:15 pm #220125-13 Tap/Ballet 3 Grades K-1 5:30 – 6:15 pm #220125-14 Tap/Jazz 1 Grades 3 - 5 (beginning) 6:20 – 7:05 pm #220125-15 Tap/Jazz 2 Grades 4 - 6 (experienced) 6:30 – 7:25 pm #220125-16 SATURDAYS: Sept. 26 Tap/Ballet 1 Tap/Ballet 2 Tap/Ballet/Jazz 4B Tap/Ballet 3 - Nov. 21 – Recital Nov. 30 (No class 11/28) Ages 3 - Pre K 9:15 – 10:00 am #220125-17 Ages Pre K/K 10:05 – 10:50 am #220125-18 Grades K-3 (experienced) 10:55 – 11:40 am #220125-19 Grades K-1 11:45 – 12:30 pm #220125-20 Why pay dance studio prices when you can get dance studio quality at the Huntington Woods Rec Center? Dance in the Woods teachers are trained and dedicated to provide you and your children with a complete dance experience focused on fun and a healthy lifestyle – all at a fraction of the cost of dance studio prices! We offer a positive and exciting dance experience through high quality technique, creative choreography, and up-to-date music! Dance in the Woods is a dance studio in your own backyard! Come join the fun! Things you should know: • All students must be potty-trained prior to enrollment. • Appropriate dance shoes - Tap AND Ballet/Jazz shoes are needed for all classes. • Dancers participating in recital need recital attire (which may be worn to class) – plain black leotard and plain black tights/leggings. • A dance recital will be presented at the conclusion of the session on November 30. Not sure which class is right for you? Send Miss Jodi a message through the “Dance in the Woods” Facebook page at www.facebook.com/DanceInTheWoods1. …Page 13 Hometown Herald… COOKING WITH DEB Instructor: Deb Walter Ages: 6 – 10 years #320117-09 Fri., 3:30 - 4:30 pm 4 weeks: October 2 - 23 A fun cooking class for kids where we will spend time on manners, good hygiene, lovely healthy food and a fun time. Each week will bring a different theme such as breakfast dishes, smoothies and healthy snacks. Cost: $100 DANCE IN THE WOODS Ages: 5 - 13 years For information see Dance in the Woods previous page. DEALING WITH UNFRIENDLY FRIENDS – MOTHER & DAUGHTER Ages: 6 - 8 yrs. with parent/guardian #220135-00 Wed., Nov. 11, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Instructor: Kids Empowered Helping our girls understand and learn strategies for dealing with situations when friends don’t always act like friends.We will explore “hot and cold” friend behavior, relational aggression, hurtful actions from friends, as well as friends who suddenly don’t want to “be friends” anymore. This workshop helps girls understand how to navigate the tricky world of friendship, in particular the confusion girl’s face when experiencing inconsistent treatment friends. Cost: $40 GINGERBREAD HOUSE BUILDING Grades: 3 & up #220134-01 Thurs., Dec. 10, 3:30 - 4:45 pm Instructor: Deb Walter Decorate your own gingerbread house and gingerbread people while nibbling on fresh baked holiday cookies and punch. The sky is the limit when decorating your house. All supplies included! Cost: $30 GYMNASTICS Grades: K - 5 Tues., 3:40 - 4:25 pm (6 weeks) #220212-18 Sept. 22 - Nov. 3 (No class 10/6) #220212-19 Nov. 10 – Dec 15 Instructor: Jump-a-Rama Staff Children learn progressive skills that encourage self-confidence and coordination. A fun, friendly environment is provided where children can learn to do gymnastic stunts safely. Equipment will be rotated each week to accommodate the weekly area of emphasis. Cost: $70 PISTONS ACADEMY: YOUTH BASKETBALL INSTRUCTION The Pistons Academy is a youth-based basketball program designed to bring kids together and learn the game of basketball the right way. Coach Geo Thomas and his staff will work on basic skills for the first half of the class and then scrimmage the second half. All players are invited to participate in the November Academy Awards Celebration, where players are recognized for their efforts. PUP CLINIC Grades K - 1 #220206-07 Monday, 5:15 - 6:00 pm Sept. 21 - Oct. 26 (6 weeks) Alphawolf PUP clinic is back! Coach Geo Thomas and his staff of instructors lead this fun and energetic program for “Players with Unlimited Potential” Each week, players will be taught both the fundamentals as well as the rules of the game. Class will be broken up into two groups based on skill level. All players will receive a seasonending award as they play in the “Big Game” on the last day of the clinic. Cost: $100 SKILLS CLINIC Grades: 2 - 5 #220206-08 Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 pm Sept. 16 - Oct. 28 (No class 9/23 - 6 weeks) Clinic is divided into three divisions with two teams per division. Players will practice on all aspects of the game for the first 20 minutes of the clinic and then play a game the remaining time. Players receive points for outstanding hustle, sportsmanship, attendance and performance. Players with the top point totals will be recognized for their efforts at the Pistons Academy Awards celebration in November. This is a great program for those looking to improve their overall skill level. Cost: $100 “MONDAY NIGHT LIGHTS” GIRLS BASKETBALL Grades: 4 - 6 #220206-09 Monday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Mondays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 (4 weeks) This four week program will help girls develop and refine basic basketball skills. Pistons academy staff will teach offensive and defensive philosophies as well as focusing on the mechanics of each position. The clinic will end with a regulation game where girls can put into practice what they have learned. This is an excellent opportunity to develop skills in a competitive yet fun environment. All skill levels are welcome. Cost: $60 …City of Huntington Woods Page 14… KARATE & SELF DEFENSE Grades: K - 3 6:30 - 7:15 pm (6 weeks) #220225-06 Sept. 24 - Oct. 29 #220225-08 Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (no class 11/26) Grades: 4 - 8 7:15 - 8:00 pm (6 weeks) #220225-01 Sept. 24 - Oct. 29 #220225-09 Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (no class 11/26) Instructor: Sanchin Systems Staff The art of self-defense, (Sanchin-Ryu), provides great exercise, entertainment and encourages each person to develop a greater level of discipline in his or her life. Set in a fun, yet structured environment, students will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques used to protect kids from attackers. Participants develop great self-confidence and leadership through physical techniques, mental strategies, drills and exercises. Instructors hold a ranking of at least 1st degree black belt. Parents are encouraged to attend. Cost: $50/$90 (Register more than 1 family member) KEEP CALM, PARENT & SON TRAIN YOUR DRAGONS Ages: 9 - 11 yrs. with parent/guardian #220136-00 November 9, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Instructor: Kids Empowered Boys learn to train their own dragons; their emotions, challenges & unfriendly classmates. Learning to channel their dragons & use it to move forward in life - “ACT” not “REACT” Cost: $40 KIDDIE SPORTS Ages: 4 - 6 years (see preschool classes for information) KNITTING CLUB FOR KIDS! Age: 8 - 14 years Mondays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm (6 weeks) #220111-03 Sept. 21 - Oct. 26 #220111-04 Nov. 2 - Dec 7 Instructor: Dee McCray Knitting is easy to learn and fun to do! Students are taught the basics of knitting stitches along with the most popular cast on and off techniques. Learn how to read a simple pattern and complete a project. Bring a ball of light weight yarn and a pair of size 7 knitting needles to the first class. Supplies can be purchased at Joann Fabrics or Michaels. Cost: $45 LEGO ROBOCAMP #220143-05 Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm 4 weeks: Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21 Instructor: Game Crazy Staff Ages 5 - 8 years: Does your child love to play soccer? Now, using Game Crazy’s LEGO robots, your kids can build out all the components of a soccer game and play LEGO soccer matches against other kids! On the first day, kids learn how to build and program a kicker and goalie robot using axels, levers, wheels and more. In subsequent days, they will build cheering fans who jump up and down and make cheering sounds by making use of motion sensors and more. Using simple drag and drop programming, kids learn to bring these robots to life! Highly fun and educational. Ages 9 - 13 years: Using LEGO NXT Robots, we transport kids to a far off planet where they build autonomous robots to make the planet habitable by humans.Young campers learn to build and program these robots to navigate challenging terrain and carry out various complex missions like excavating lake water, transporting rocks and more. In the process, campers learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts in a “minds-on hands-on” environment. Campers will use a variety of sensors like sound sensors, ultrasonic sensors, color sensors and touch sensors to make their robots self- aware. Cost: $70 LEGO® CHALLENGE: AMUSEMENT PARK RIDES Grades: 1 - 5 #220143-04 Tues., 5:00 - 6:15 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 22 - Nov. 10 Instructor: Young Engineers Staff This program integrates LEGO® with scientific and mathematical principles in a FUN and EXCITING way! Each lesson includes building, enhancing and playing with a custom, moving LEGO® model replicating amusement park rides, such as a Ferris wheel, amusement park carousel and other fun rides you may find at the park. e2 Young Engineers programs implement an Edutainment (Education + Entertainment) approach, transforming the learning process into a game while introducing children to theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). For new and returning participants. Cost: $144 LEGO® CHALLENGE: TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION Grades: 1 - 5 #220143-03 Tues., 3:30 - 4:45 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 22 - Nov. 10 Instructor: Young Engineers Staff This program integrates LEGO® with scientific and mathematical principles in a FUN and EXCITING way! Each lesson includes building, enhancing and playing with a custom, moving LEGO® model, such as a helicopter, a Jeep and other vehicles that you see every day. e2 Young Engineers programs implement an Edutainment (Education + Entertainment) approach, transforming the learning process into a game while introducing children to theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). For new and returning participants. Cost: $144 BASKETBALL LEAGUES: GRADES 4 - 12 Deadline to register is Friday, September 18, 5:00 pm Some leagues have limits, first-come, first-served - register early! HWP&R BOYS 4 - 6th GRADE BASKETBALL LEAGUE This is an ALL Huntington Woods League. Season runs January - March, with practices beginning in November. Practices are scheduled by the coach and will vary depending on gym availability (typically M/T or Th evenings). Games days are Monday and Thursday, 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm at HWP&R. #310233-00 Cost: $80 BERKLEY HOOPS The Huntington Woods Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Berkley Hoops Program, offers youth basketball leagues, age groupings finalized after all registrations are in. This is a Huntington Woods/Berkley League, but HW must register in HW, other Berkley School District residents must register directly with Berkley Hoops. 4 - 6 Grade #310230-01 (girls) (boys see above) 7 & 8 Grade #310230-02 (girls) #310230-03 (boys) 9 - 12 Grade #310230-06 (boys) #310230-05 (girls) Division Approximate Season Approximate Notification 4 - 6th Girls 7 - 8th Boys 7 - 8th Girls 9 - 12th Boys 9 - 12th Girls January – February Late January – March January – February January – March Late January – March Mid November Mid January Mid November December Mid January Game Days Sat T/F and/or Sat T/F and/or Sat T/F and/or Sat T/F and/or Sa Practices are scheduled by the coach and will vary depending on gym availability.Spaces are limited. Norup players are eligible to play Berkley Hoops. Deadline to register is when teams fill, no later than September 18, 5:00 pm. Cost: $70 ($60 for 4-6th grade girls) REGISTRATION FOR SPORTS LEAGUES MUST BE DONE IN PERSON AT THE RECREATION CENTER. COACHES ARE NEEDED! Please mark your child’s registration form to indicate an interest in coaching. Draft dates tba. [email protected] Junior Hoopers (2nd/3rd Graders): Saturday games and various practice times. Care to have your 2nd and/or 3rd grader play in an instructional league? Sign up onTues., September 15, 6:00 - 8:00 pm or Sat., September 19, 9 am - noon at Berkley Community Center. This is your ONLY option to register and is through Berkley Hoops. Cost: $20. MAD SCIENCE – ENERGY, MOTION AND NATURE Ages: 6 - 10 years #220202-03 Fri., 3:30 - 4:30 pm 6 weeks: September 25 - October 30 Instructor: Mad Science Detroit Staff Energy, Motion, and Nature takes your child through the world around us by exploring ecosystems, defying gravity, discovering electricity and more! Earthworks - Dig in to Earth science! Check out rock samples to find out how they were made and where they were formed. Learn what causes bends and breaks in the Earth’s solid rock layer. Use the Experitube Take-Home to see sediment settle into layers! Current (Electricity) Events - Learn how tiny invisible particles power everything from the fridge to the radio. Complete the circuit to light a bulb and sound a buzzer. Build and take home a Circuit Maze to test family and friends. Fundamental Forces -Hands-on investigation leads us to learn about gravity, inertia, and centripetal force. Students use a bike wheel gyroscope, a coin-spinning vortex and the amazing balloon centrifuge. Hold on tight! Matter of Fact - What’s smaller than small - atoms and molecules! Students learn how atoms combine to make molecules and examine molecular bonding using molecule models. What’s the difference between a chemical and physical change? Your Junior Chemist will be able to tell you after mixing up their very own Mad Science Putty! All About Animals - Get ready to learn about the incredible and diverse animal kingdom! After learning how animals adapt …Page 15 Hometown Herald… to their habitat through specialized feet, fur and feathers, students gain some hands-on experience with real claw and tooth replicas! Activities about classification, camouflage, and life cycles will round out this introduction to zoology. Students will create their own animal track casts to take home! Exploring Ecosystems - While learning about the interconnections that exist between all living things – including humans! – this class provides an opportunity to develop scientific skills through inquiry based instructional methods. Young ecologists build an Eco-Cube and receive a take-home journal so they can continue the ecology adventure at home! Cost: $99 MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION Ages: 10 - 12 years #420129-01 Thurs. 4:00 -5:00 pm 6 weeks: Sept. 24 - Oct. 29 Instructor: Amy Tarrant Practicing meditation and mindfulness at a young age will “Plant the Seed” for a lifelong tool to deal with stress, anxiety, impulsiveness, moodiness, or any hard situation. Local massage therapist and meditation facilitator, Amy Tarrant, leads participants through a series of guided meditations and simple mindfulness exercises to encourage emotional balance. At the end of each class students process what they learned through a short art project. Please have your child bring a small blanket, stuffed animal and a journal to each class. Cost: $70 MOD YOUR MINECRAFT Ages: 9 years + #220129-00 Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm 4 weeks: Oct 28, Nov 4, 11, 18 Instructor: Game Crazy Staff We know your child loves playing Minecraft. What if they could actually modify the game to add in their own characters, weapons, armors and objects that did really cool things? These are called “mods” and that is what they will learn in this camp. For every item, block, or creature they want to add, kids will first design and then code their object in using drag and drop programming. In the process of creating their own mod, kids learn the most important concepts of object-oriented computer programming — such as how to instantiate new objects, call methods, define parameters, and run loops — all in the service of adding new features and functionality to their Minecraft creations! Cost: $70 PIANO - SIMPLY MUSIC Age: 5 - 90 yrs. Free sample class on Mon., Sept. 21, 7:30 pm See box on this page. …City of Huntington Woods Page 16… SIMPLY MUSIC/PLAY-A-STORY Monday, September 21 - FREE introductory classes Play-a-Story Ages: 4 - 6 years 7:00 pm #220126-02 This piano program is geared for younger students. Within the structure of key musical concepts, children are given the freedom to create soundtracks to beautiful curriculum stories and pictures as well as score their own creations. Graduates of Play-a-Story have entered the Simply Music program seamlessly and with outstanding piano readiness. Play Piano Now! Ages: 5 - 90 years 7:30 pm #220126-03 Simply Music, the breakthrough Australian piano and keyboard method has students playing great sounding music from the very first lesson. POTTERY Instructor: Alice Ham Grades: K - 2 #220237-05 Mon., 3:30 - 4:30 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 21 - Nov. 9 Grades: 3 - 5 #220237-06 Tues., 3:30 - 4:30 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 22 - Nov. 10 Learn a variety of techniques including hand building and wheel-throwing. All pieces will be glazed and fired. Students will take home many unique projects. Cost: $140 (includes $30 material fee) SPANISH ENRICHMENT CLASS Ages 6 - 8 years #220138-00 Thursdays, 3:45 - 4:45 pm 9 weeks: Sept. 24 – Nov. 19 Instructor: Monica Daoud Join us for storytelling, music, arts & crafts and games that teach and encourage the use of Spanish language.The instructor will cover themes relevant to your child’s daily life and they will learn words that are easy to remember and can use outside of class. A $15 material fee paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class. Cost: $185 TENNIS See LuvAllTennis.com YOGA: PARENT & CHILD Ages: 6 - 10 years #220417-00 Thurs., 4:00 - 5:00 pm 6 weeks: Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (No class 11/26) Instructor: Replenish Yoga Staff Refresh, Reconnect, and Replenish your relationship with your daughter/son through a 6 week yoga session! Together you can unite the mind and body as well as develop/ improve your strength and flexibility.This enriching class will include breath work, guided meditation, games, music and promote better health and self-confidence through the practice of yoga for both you and your child! Cost: $90 LUV ALL TENNIS INSTRUCTION We luv the game of tennis and want to share our passion for this lifelong sport with everyone! Currently we offer programs in the cities of: Royal Oak and Huntington Woods. We continually strive to expand our commitment to our communities through programs that develop the individuals, the families, and their communities, while learning the “life” sport of tennis. We’ve added exciting new programming to enhance your tennis game, introduce you and your children to tennis for the first time, or just give you a great tennis workout. Look for Family Tennis and QuickStart Tennis for families and kids under 10 years; or Cardio Tennoga for adults. You can find all class descriptions and information about all new programming as well as select current programming at www.LUVALLTENNIS.com. Huntington Woods classes take place at the HW Recreation Center courts as well as indoor classes in the gym. Register online at www.luvalltennis.com. After registering online, you may pay by mailing your confirmation email along with payment to: Luv All Tennis, PO Box 955, Royal Oak, MI 48068, or you may use PayPal online. If you have any questions regarding tennis classes, feel free to contact Laura Rizzo, USPTA and [email protected] or Christiona at [email protected] TEEN/ADULT CLASSES BASKETBALL: ORGANIZED DROP-IN Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm Held at the Recreation Center or Norup. Limited registration and a guaranteed game. Recommended for 30 years +. Pre-registration required. Season runs September 10 - April 28. #210235-01 Cost: $135. KARATE Ages: 14 years - adult Instructor: Sanchin System Staff Thurs., 8:00 - 8:45 pm (6 weeks) #220225-07 Sept. 24 - Oct. 29 #220225-10 Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (no class 11/26) The art of Sanchin-Ryu is taught in a way that allows students to grow and learn at their own pace. We’ve found that this builds self-confidence and increases composure and self-defense awareness. Students learn a broad range of techniques including individual strikes, advanced combinations and more. Receive training on how to deal with, get out of and counter different grabs and other attack scenarios. The Advanced Youth program is held in conjunction with this program. Youth students ranking Green Belt (2nd level) and above continue their Sanchin-Ryu training. Instructors hold a ranking of at least 1st Degree Black Belt. Cost: $50/$90 if more than 1 family member MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION FOR TEENS Ages: 13 years+ #420129-02 Thurs. 5:15 - 6:15 pm 6 Weeks: Sept. 24- Oct. 29 Practicing mediation and mindfulness at a young age will “Plant the Seed” for a lifelong tool to deal with stress, anxiety, impulsiveness, moodiness, or any hard situation. Local massage therapist and meditation facilitator, Amy Tarrant will lead Teens, 13 and older through a series of guided meditations and simple mindfulness exercises to encourage emotional balance. At the end of each class students will process what they learned through journaling or drawing. Please have your teen bring a small blanket and or yoga mat including a journal with them to every class. Cost: $70 READY TO REGISTER? You won’t be sorry! See the back page for registration information, but please take note: the HWP&R will have limited hours the week of August 31 for annual maintenance. Please call for open times before you stop in. For both Luv All Tennis and Stay & Play, registration is online, directly at their website. PLANT-BASED OIL-FREE COOKING Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm #320117-10 Nov. 12 & 19 (2 weeks) Instructor: Deb Walter Class covers knife skills, simple kitchen tips and easy, creative ways of preparing plant-based foods. Instruction covers preparation that is oil-free, some gluten and soy-free meals. Spicing delicious meatfree meals help the beginner transition to a more plant-based lifestyle. Cost: $95 TAI CHI #220407-04 Tues. 7:00 - 8:00 pm 8 weeks: Sept. 29 – Nov. 24 (no class 11/3) #220407-05 Thurs., 11:00 am - noon 8 weeks: Oct. 1 – Nov. 19 Mary Ann Kashef, certified instructor Enjoy an hour of peace and tranquility while learning the beautiful art of Tai Chi/ Qi Gong. One of the most effective ways to improve health, muscle tone, flexibility, focus, memory, balance and relaxation. Scientific studies have proven Tai Chi to reduce stiffness and pain in people with arthritis. Cost: $90 TENNIS - See Luvalltennis.com YOGA FOR TWEENS Grades: 6 - 9 #220417-08 Thurs., 5:00 - 6:00pm 6 weeks: Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 (no class 11/26) Instructor: Replenish Yoga Staff Class strengthens, lengthens, helps with balance and improves coordination for all sports and helps you gain a mental edge when preparing for tests. Yoga improves body awareness and self image for this age group. Teen Council members are encouraged to sign up for this class which meets before the bi-weekly HWTC meetings. Cost: $90 REBECCA’S ENERGIZING YOGA #220417-09 Wed., 6:30 - 7:30 pm *Note new start time* 12 weeks: Sept. 16 –Dec. 16 (no class 9/23, 11/25) Instructor: R. Sobczak, CYT Level I & II. Tune into your body; learn to avoid sports injuries; personalized instruction - yoga is great for people of all ages. Not only is it good for your body, it is also an excellent way to relax, increase flexibility, boost your energy level, balance your emotions and stay in shape. Attention is paid to the alignment of the bones and muscles to aid in freedom of movement and thought. Level II students refine your alignment, work toward a better knowledge of how the body works in each position and begin to feel the work from inside. Class is taught by a certified Level V yoga instructor. Bring sticky mat and blanket to class. You can enroll in the class at any time during the session. Cost: $120 DROP-IN YOGA Cost: $15/class payable at the front desk prior to each class. STAY & PLAY SOCIAL CLUB Co-ed Adult Volleyball & Tennis Leagues Volleyball begins September 9 Tennis begins August 26 Stay & Play Social Club is offering intermediate level volleyball on Wednesday evenings at the Recreation Center. Huntington Woods residents are given member rates when registering; Stay & Play also offers intermediate and competitive level tennis leagues on Wednesday evenings on the Huntington Woods courts. Full teams, small groups or free agents are welcome. Please register online at SPSCdetroit.com. Any questions, please call the Stay & Play Social Club at 248.733-9999. …Page 17 Hometown Herald… HWP&R Events REGISTRATION FOR SPECIAL EVENTS/TRIPS: Registration begins when you receive your newsletter either online or in the mail. Special Events are restricted to Huntington Woods residents only. Unless otherwise, non-residents may register for trips at an additional $4/trip. EVENT/TRIP REFUND POLICY: In the event a trip does not require the purchase of tickets, 48 hour notice of cancellation is required in order to receive a refund. For trips involving tickets, no refunds will be given for cancellation once the tickets have been purchased, unless a replacement is found. Please inquire at the time you are requesting to cancel whether you will receive a refund. A $5 service fee is retained on all refunds due to trip withdrawal. Cancellations/ withdrawals will be given a household credit. Specific request must be made for a refund in the form of a check. AUGUST NO FRILLS TIGER TRIP Wednesday, August 26, 5:45 - 10:30 pm This is a no frills trip (but still F-U-N) and a great way to send off summer vacation! If you have trouble with stairs, you may want to sit this one out, as we don’t know where the seats are yet! Be sure to dress weather appropriate - and GO TIGERS! Return time is approximate. Limited tickets! Deadline 8/21 to sign up. #230104-03 Cost: $15 (includes ticket and transportation!) SEPTEMBER EASTERN MARKET Tuesday, Sept. 1, 10:00 am —3:45 pm At the heart of Eastern Market is a six-block public market that has been feeding Detroit since 1891. It is a vibrant marketplace with great selections of fruits, veggies, fresh-cut flowers, homemade jams, maple syrup, locally produced specialty foods and meat. We have allowed plenty of time to stroll the market and shops, as well as grab lunch at one of the many DELICIOUS options. Deadline 8/21 to sign up. #230115-01 Cost: $13 (includes transportation/supervision). DAY AT THE ZOO/FLY TRAP Wednesday, Sept. 9, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Enjoy a late breakfast (or early lunch) at the Fly Trap, one of Ferndale’s greatest finer diners, and then on to the zoo to walk it off! Lots of special events, free train rides and Resource Expo. Deadline 9/2 to sign up. #230146-00 Cost: $8 CLINTON RIVER CRUISE Thursday, Sept.17. 10:15 am - 4:00 pm Enjoy a river cruise with the Clinton River Cruise Company in Mt Clemens. The colors should just start to be changing, making a great backdrop for our 3 hour lunch cruise. Cash bar. Bring a bottled water (suggested). Limited stairs, lunch served on board! Deadline 9/2 to sign up. #230148-00 Cost: $46 (includes, transportation, supervisor, lunch and cruise) PAINT CREEK CIDER MILL Monday, Sept. 21, 12:00 - 3:30 pm The time is right for cider and donuts! Take a ride with us out to Rochester, see the leaves beginning to change, see the beautiful cider mill and indulge in tastes of the season! Bring money if you’d like to bring additional treats home! Deadline 9/14 to sign up. #230149-00 Cost: $5, includes Monday Lunch meal, transportation/supervision and a cup of cider and a donut. PRACTICALLY PERFECT PET PHOTO CONTEST Email your favorite pet photo (with or without you in it), taken in 2015, before September 30 to be considered for the Practically Perfect Pet Photo Contest! Entries to be posted on the hallway wall in the HWP&R. Winners will be awarded at Family Hay Day! (Sorry, limited to HW residents only) Prizes donated by Zumba Mexican Grille. Send your high-resolution photo to [email protected] by September 30! …City of Huntington Woods Page 18… HWMC CITY-WIDE GOLF OUTING Tues., Sept. 29, 7:15 am - 7:00 pm Held at Atlas Valley CC,Grand Blanc. Includes 27 holes, cart, lunch, prizes and fun. Sponsored by the Men’s Club. Sign up by September 2 with Jim Dwan. 248 390-9099. Bus available. Cost: $110. “THE EXCHANGE” by Quizzo Detroit Saturday, September 26, 8:00 pm New event from Quizzo Detroit! We received rave reviews from the last “Case of the Dead Paparrazzi” and this should be just as GREAT! An international criminal is loose in Clawson with a briefcase full of stolen valuables. He plans to exchange those valuables for cash this evening somewhere downtown. It is now your mission, our undercover FBI unit, to determine WHO we need to meet, WHAT is in the briefcase, and WHERE the exchange is going down. Are we to meet Hans with the diamonds at Moose Winooski’s? Register for The Exchange to find out. A live-action crime puzzle for your team to solve complete with informants, bad guys, code breaking, and explosions (maybe). Up to twenty five teams of four will compete in the game and one team will be handsomely rewarded for their cunningness. Register by 9/10. #430137-00 Cost: $80 per team of 4. OCTOBER HAY DAY & PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 3, 4:30 – 6:00 pm Come to the HWP&R parking lot and participate in games, crafts, pony rides and petting farm. Hop on a hay ride to the Public Safety Open House. Refreshments available for a nominal fee. Dress for the weather. This program is free for the community and geared towards the entire family. Co-sponsored by the Huntington Woods Men’s Club. No need to pre-register. While you are here, check out the HWTC’s Secondhand Halloween Costume Sale! SECONDHAND HALLOWEEN COSTUME SALE Saturday, October 3, 4:30– 6:00 pm The HWTC has been collecting gently used Halloween costumes for this special sale! Check out our selection and purchase a costume….cheap…. very cheap! All proceeds go towards Teen Council programming. Donations still being accepted! Donate gently-used costumes/accessories, by dropping them at the HWPR by September 18 and Teen Council will take it from there. This event is scheduled during the Hay Day/Public Safety Open House! WHITE HORSE INN Tuesday, October 13, 11:00 am - 5:15 pm The recently renovated White Horse Inn is now open for business. The legendary spot in Metamora has served as a stop for stagecoaches and trains, a hotel, a brothel, an Underground Railroad stop, and, most recently and once again, a restaurant. Purchased by local restaurateurs in 2013 and undergoing a massive renovation, the multiplestory, white clapboard building, which was built in 1850, has been lovingly refurbished to feel similar to an 1800s establishment, but with practical updates. Warning! We are taking the city bus and it is just over an hour away. If that scares you - you have been warned! Deadline 10/8 to sign up. #230176-00 Cost: $16 (Transportation/supervision and lunch on your own) AMERICAN GIRL NITE OUT Friday, Oct. 16, 6:00 - 9:00 pm Instructor: Kids Empowered Ages: K - 5th grade. Using the American Girl movie “Saige Paints the Sky”, girls learn about being creative in life whether it’s through creating art, solving a problem or going after your dreams. Learn how to think out-of-thebox and be creative problem solvers. Like Saige, girls learn how to use their power to be an agent of change. Girls encouraged to bring their American Girl doll (or other) for role playing and time to play with their dolls. Program includes movie, craft activity and role playing. Bring a snack and reusable water bottle. Pre-registration required by #220137-01 $40 LUNCH AT LONDON CHOP HOUSE & SHINOLA TOUR OR SHOPPING Fri. October 23, 11:00 am - 5:30 pm Back by popular demand! First stop: an early lunch! In 1938, the London Chop House began a tradition of serving Detroit’s elite. A Detroit tradition continues, as the LCH again serves the finest aged steaks, chops and seafood which made it world renowned. And honestly, it’s not cheap, but isn’t it time to treat yourself to a day of exceptional quality and elegance? Shinola, maker of American-crafted bikes and watches, opened their Detroit flagship store to rave reviews! Shinola is the first company in decades to make luxury watches in the United States, and they’re putting a refined spin on Detroit’s manufacturing legacy in the process. Their factory is housed in a historic building that used to be home to a General Motors design studio and now is a part of the city’s College for Creative Studies. Enjoy a walking tour to learn and see Shinola first hand (walking required.) Lastly, a quick stop at the Shinola flagship store. Deadline 10/2 to sign up. #2300004-01 Cost: $20 Lunch/Shopping or #2300004-00 Cost: $25 Lunch/Tour HWTC’S FAMILY MONSTER MASH Thurs., October 29, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Ages: 3 - 12 years Come to the Recreation Center in your costume for some dancing fun! We will learn fun Halloween dances together as a family! Ms. Joyce, Children’s Librarian, will read us some Halloween stories and we will enjoy a delicious snack. This family event is a fundraiser for the Huntington Woods Teen Council. HWTC members will be at the event to help families learn some fun (and not too scary) moves. Adults and kids must register. Siblings under 12 months are free, but please register them. Deadline 10/22 to sign up. #220506-00 Cost: $5/person. NOVEMBER WILD RIDE: DINNER, DRINKS & MORE Saturday, Nov. 7, 5:30 pm - midnight So can you handle it? It’s a mystery. It’s dinner first (on your own); followed by a couple fun stops, that we are guessing are new to you, and hopefully a little interesting. Perfect for a night out with your neighbors! Deadline 10/23 to sign up. #230003-01 Cost: $15 (bus/supervision, expenses on your own) DSO COFFEE CONCERT: SYMPHONY IN D Friday, November 20, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Leonard Slatkin, Conductor / Wei Yu, cello A Symphony for Detroit. By Detroit. Leonard Slatkin leads the world premiere of Tod Machover’s ‘Symphony in D,’ incorporating sounds of the city submitted by thousands of Detroiters over the past year! New principal cellist Wei Yu also makes his solo debut on Orchestra Hall stage with Dvořák’s hauntingly beautiful Cello Concerto. Lunch on your own afterwards. Deadline 11/12 to sign up. #330155-06 Cost $45, Includes ticket & transportation. DECEMBER AMERICAN HARVEST AT SCHOOLCRAFT COLLEGE & K’ZOO, TIPPING POINT IN NORTHVILLE Wed., December 9, 11:30 am - 5:30 pm Check out one of the premiere culinary schools, Schoolcraft College, for a delicious lunch (on your own). Enjoy a little bit of time to shop in Northville and then on to KALAMAZOO! A romantic comedy about life’s second act! In this love story, two mismatched seniors are forced into internet dating by their children. But after their crazy, margarita-filled first date, they discover love isn’t any easier the second time around. Peg and Irving still have a little aging to do if they want to forget their past, and move forward into a future together. This romantic comedy proves you’re never too old to be young. Deadline 8/21 to sign up. #230002-00 Cost: $40 HOLLY JOLLY SANTA PARTY Sat., December 12, 10:30 - 11:30 am Ages: 10 years and under with parent Snacks, crafts and activities await all the good boys and girls of Huntington Woods. Of course we will have a visit from Santa too! Don’t forget your camera! Adults, children, grandparents must register. Children 12 months and under are free, but need to be registered. Deadline 12/6 to sign up. #220504-00 Cost: $7/person. NEWSIES AT THE FISHER Wed., December 23, noon - 4:00 pm They delivered the papers, until they made the headlines… Direct from Broadway comes NEWSIES, the smash-hit, crowd-pleasing new musical from Disney. Winner of the 2012 Tony Awards® for Best Score and Best Choreography, NEWSIES has audiences enjoying one heart-pounding number after another! Cheaper than a ticket alone and would make a great holiday gift! Deadline 11/30 to sign up. #230001-00 Cost: $85. …Page 19 Hometown Herald… Teens & Teen Council ATTENTION 6 - 12TH GRADERS! Participate in twice monthly meetings, usually on the first and third Thursday. At the meetings: • We handle teen business and focus on team building, plan activities, listen to speakers, learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities and discuss community service projects. • Snacks are always available. • Meetings are from 7:00– 8:00 pm. • You’ll get dates of upcoming events. Please take care of your HW Teen Council responsibilities yourself (forwarding your email, putting meeting dates on the family calendar, etc…). Don’t rely on your parents. We are building strong leaders in HW! • The HWTC Executive Board meets once every other month to handle the business end of Teen Council. Get on the email list at [email protected], open to HW residents only. Being part of Teen Council looks good on college applications and employment applications....in case you didn’t know. HOW DOES ALL THIS TEEN “STUFF” WORK? Things around HW get more exciting when you get into 6th grade because you get to be part of our teen programs and activities! We have Teen Council meetings, trips, community service projects, volunteer opportunities and so much more. Starting in 6th grade, you get to work on developing strong leadership skills, teamwork skills and decision making. Reading the information included here will help you get a better idea of what to expect and what you can get involved in…and trust me…you want to get involved! And, anyone 6 - 12th grade who lives in Huntington Woods is welcome to join! MIDDLE SCHOOL (6 - 8 GRADE) • Eligible to attend Teen Council meetings and teen activities. • Eligible to register for Pre-LEAD mini-Workshops. • Eligible to volunteer at special events offered through the Recreation Center. • Eligible to register for the week-long LEAD Camp during the summer – highly recommended if planning on participating in the LIT (Leader in Training) Program. • Graduates of the LEAD Camp & Pre-LEAD Mini-Workshops take precedence and get first chance for LIT placement in the summer. • Participation in Teen Council and volunteering for programs can provide you with service hours needed for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Confirmation, Junior National Honor Society, school requirements and more. • In 8th grade, you can be nominated for an Executive Board position on the HW Teen Council as the Middle School Liaison. HIGH SCHOOL (9 - 12 GRADE) • Eligible to participate in all the high school-only teen activities. • Eligible to serve on the HW Teen Council Executive Board. • Eligible to volunteer at Recreation Center activities and community service projects. Volunteer work and Teen Council involvement helps to acquire service hours needed for National Honor Society, school requirements and more. • Teens who have been a Summer LIT for 2 years are eligible to be a Junior Counselor for Fruit Camp. They work a 4 week session and are given more responsibilities. • Job applications and college applications look amazing when you list your participation in HW Teen Council, the LIT/JC Program, the community service projects and more. • Graduating 12th graders can apply to work for Fruit Camp. • Graduating 12th graders have a better chance to win a Men’s Club volunteerbased scholarship for college! …City of Huntington Woods Page 20… 2015 – 2016 HWTC MEETING SCHEDULE All meetings are the first and third Thursday of the month, 7:00 – 8:00 pm (unless noted). Ryan Hurley, Council Coordinator SEPTEMBER 17 First meeting of the school year OCTOBER 1 & 15 Costume Party Meeting - 10/15 NOVEMBER 5 & 19 Dodgeball after 11/5 meeting DECEMBER 3 & 17 Dodgeball after 12/17 meeting JANUARY 7 & 21 FEBRUARY 4 MARCH 3 & 17 Green-theme meeting 3/17 APRIL 7 - LAST MEETING Executive Board Dinner - April 28 YOUTH SYMPOSIUM Friday, November 6 - 8 In Detroit, Michigan In order to best use knowledge gained, the Michigan Recreation & Park Association Youth Symposium has moved from spring to fall! Most of our symposium will be held at the new Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit. HS students involved in Teen Council have a chance to apply to attend the conference and represent Huntington Woods. The conference is for teens, planned by teens. Educational sessions, networking opportunities, socials and the chance to meet new friends from all over Michigan are just part of the fun. If you would like more information about the Michigan Recreation & Park Association Youth Symposium....you gotta attend a Teen Council meeting! Special thanks to the HW Men’s Club for supporting our registration costs! DON’T MISS THE FALL TRIPS & SPECIAL EVENTS! PRE-LEAD MINI-WORKSHOP Thursday, October 8, 5:30 – 7:00 pm Grades 6 and up (HW residents only) This Pre-Leadership, Education and Development Mini-Workshop is for those that have not taken the summer LEAD Program and are brand new to volunteering at the HWP&R. Please join us as at this miniworkshop to learn how to be a leader and an effective volunteer for our P&R programs. Leadership skills, taking initiative, staying on task and volunteer expectations are to be covered. In order to volunteer, it is mandatory for you to participate in this program. Please note: if you took the extensive week-long program over the summer, you do not need to attend this workshop. If you did not take the 2015 summer program, we highly recommend this. If you participate in this workshop, we still strongly encourage you to register for the full program in summer, 2016. This Pre-LEAD is just the basics, but the week-long camp delves even more into learning leadership and taking initiative skills. #220235-01 Cost: $5/per person. Pizza and pop dinner provided. Thanks to the fundraising efforts of the HW Teen Council, we are able to offer this program at a very reasonable rate. Registration deadline date is September 25, NO late registrations. SECONDHAND HALLOWEEN COSTUME SALE HWTC Huntington Woods Parks & Recreation 26325 Scotia Road 248.541-3030 [email protected] EXECUTIVE BOARD 2015-16 Council Coordinator - Ryan Hurley Council Manager - Calli Jansen Secretary - Brynn Cudney Program Development - Leah Pernick Enrichment Coordinator - Sydney Newman Social Action Chair - Trevor Maes Organization Chair - Julia Schettenhelm Middle School Liaison - Sophie Hart GET INVOLVED Please forward your email to the HW Teen Council Executive Board at [email protected] to be added to the email list. You will be forwarded information on meeting dates and details. Don’t miss out on all of the good! We will be collecting gently-used Halloween costumes to sell at a Costume Sale. Help is needed leading up to the sale and on the sale date. Sign up will be held at a Teen Council meeting. Proceeds from the sale goes toward HWTC programming. FACEBOOK We have a FB Page Huntington Woods Teen Council so be sure to “like” it! Watch for upcoming event reminders and LOTS of pictures - check it out. ZOMBIE LASER TAG @ RIVERSIDE PARK Saturday, October 24, 11:30 am - 4:00 pm We’re hitting the ground running! Saturday, October 3, 4:30 - 6:00 pm Grades: 8 - 12 We will be joining other zombies....I mean teens.....at Auburn Hills Parks & Recreation for some wild Laser Tag! Dressing like a zombie is highly encouraged. Afterwards we will head out to get a late lunch (on your own). #220303-00 Fee: $8 (includes laser tag, transportation. Lunch on your own) The world-famous, much-anticipated Weezy & Colette’s Middle School Wild Ride Tuesday, November 3, 1:00 - 7:00 pm Grades: 6 - 8 Um, what?! You’ve never heard of our WILD RIDES - where have you been? They are only the greatest trips ever planned and a mystery to everyone - sometimes even us. HW Middle Schoolers only, please. TO HELP YOU OUT A LITTLE: 1. They usually sell out. And fast. Register ASAP. 2. You will receive a list of items you must bring with you. Be on the lookout - it will be emailed to you likely on the Friday before the trip. 3. Coming with a sense of adventure is a MUST. 4. We do have rules that will need to be followed while on the Wild Ride. Shhh…no one will know where our adventure goes! That’s the deal, so get ready! Plan for a day of crazy fun with Weezy & Colette. Spaces are limited, so register NOW! #220299-02 Cost: $32/person (includes days activity and dinner) ROYAL OAK PUTT PUTT FUNDRAISER Thursday, Sept. 24, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Go to the putt putt course at 13 Mile and Coolidge with the HWTC flyer and 25% of the revenues goes back to Teen Council programs! Great time to take your family for a night out! BAGS OF GOOD WISHES Now through October 9 Do you have hotel shampoos, soaps, etc that you might be willing to donate? The Teen Council is putting together “Bags of Good Wishes” to distribute to the homeless. We are looking for: Gallon-sized ziplock bags Hotel-sized soap, shampoo, conditioner Tooth brush/tooth paste/mouthwash Chap stick Packages of tissue/band aids Combs Trail mix/granola bars/crackers Quarters Socks The items are endless, but we’d like to make up one gallon-sized ziplock baggies of good wishes. If you have items you’d like to donate, please do so by October 9. …Page 21 Hometown Herald… Civic Pride @ 55+ Looking for a little more fun and new connections? Well, we may have the answer you’ve been looking for - check out the Huntington Woods Parks and Recreation Department. We have trips and activities that range from dinner at downtown hot spots to a winter trip to the Historic Cities of the East, and well, everything in between! Look through the newsletter, especially the Special Event pages (pages 1819) for a lot of fun trips and activities. Your REAL source for information is going to be the LEISURE FORUM which lists our services, drop in activities, day trips and extended travel. This bi-monthly publication is available at all city offices, on the city website (hwmi.org) or you can have it emailed by contacting [email protected]. YOUR CITY CARES Are trips and activities no longer “your thing”? Senior Outreach Coordinator Jennifer Furlong is available to assist you with your day-to-day needs in order to maintain your quality of life in the City of Huntington Woods. Feel free to contact Jennifer concerning any of the following special services: • Information and Referrals • Volunteer Opportunities • Telephone Reassurance Calls Call 248.541-3030 for additional info. PEN PAL PROGRAM The Pen Pal Program brings together Burton 4th graders and Huntington Woods adults for the purpose of becoming acquainted through letter writing. To date, we have secured all the pen pals needed for the 2015-16 year, but we keep a wait list should something change. Contact Jennifer Furlong, 248.541.3030 x712 to be added to the wait list. HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE LEISURE FORUM? Our bimonthly publication, the Leisure Forum highlights trips and activities offered through the Recreation Department that specifically target adults 55 years+. The Special Events pages (pages 18 - 19) of this publication lists many day trips and even extended travel. Although those trips are available to the entire adult community, they have been planned with care to appeal to those 55+ and/or in many cases to reduce the amount of walking or avoid accessibility issues. They are typically offered during the weekdays and are at a very good price point. The Forum often goes into more detail on each of the programs/activities in the newsletter. It highlights special events/ trips, lists the meals and speakers at the Monday Lunch Program and much more. The Leisure Forum is available at the Recreation Center, on the city website HWMI.ORG, or you can email KSeidl@ HWMI.org and it will be sent to you electronically. Please feel free to call Kathy at 248.541-3030 for additional information. ABSENTEE VOTER LIST Call 248.541-4300 Residents interested in being on the permanent absentee voter list for all future elections, please contact Joy at City Hall, 248.541-4300. This will assure you receive an absentee voter application prior to all elections. Please note, City Hall will be open October 31, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for absentee voting. MOVIE MATINEES AT THE REC Select Fridays at noon Movies are shown on select Fridays at noon in the Ralph and Peggy Lease Multipurpose Room of the Recreation Center. A $1 “popcorn” donation is requested. Call, come in, or see the Leisure Forum for upcoming titles. EXTENDED TRAVEL Fliers at the HWP&R …City of Huntington Woods Page 22… AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Wednesday, September 9 & Thursday, September 10, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Learn how to deal with the effects of aging on driving. Topics to be covered: • Maintaining proper following distance • Methods of changing lanes and turning at intersections • Negotiating roundabouts • Effects of medication on driving • Limiting driver distractions • Properly using seat belts, air bags and anti-lock brakes • Maintaining physical flexibility • Monitoring skills and capabilities • Minimizing the effects of dangerous blind spots There are no tests. The results of your participation in the Driver Safety course have no bearing on your driver’s license. The goal is self-awareness and improving driving strategies which will make you safer on the road. Continental breakfast and lunch served during the program and are included in the fee. The Public Safety Department generously supports the program by underwriting registration costs for residents, as well as providing continental breakfasts and lunches. Those who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion which may qualify them for a multi-year discount on their vehicle insurance. Participants should contact their insurance company or agent for more details. # 230195-00 Cost for this program is $5 for Huntington Woods residents. Non-Residents pay the standard $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members, which covers the cost of the classroom material. OUTREACH • MONDAY LUNCH BUNCH Mondays, 12:00 pm Join us each Monday at 12:00 pm as we enjoy a delicious and nutritious lunch. Those interested in the speaker only should arrive by 12:30 pm. The program is held in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Recreation Center. A $3.50 donation is suggested for the meal with an additional $.25 for coffee or tea. Registration for lunch must be made with payment, one week prior to lunch. Call Jennifer to register for transportation (if needed) by noon on the preceding Thursday at 248.541-3030. • BLOOD PRESSURE Join us on the third Wednesday of each month in the Senior Lounge of the Recreation Center, 10:00 -11:00 am to have your blood pressure checked by Mary Jo Israel, a registered nurse. If you are tracking your blood pressure, this is a great service. Fall dates are September 16, October 21 (at the Health Fair) and November 18. • CURB-TO-CURB TRANSPORTATION Call 541-3030 x712 Residents who are 55 years or better and unable to drive, (temporarily or permanently), are able to arrange for transportation on the City SMART van for medical appointments, support groups, shopping, or other activities of daily living. The van is wheelchair accessible. If you are using a walker or are unable to handle steps, the lift is available to bring you into the vehicle. Forty-eight hours advance notice is required and the travel distance must be within a seven-mile radius. The fee is $1 each way and only one destination per day. Please be ready for pickup at least 15 minutes prior to your pickup time. Call Jennifer at 248.541-3030. • WALK THE GYM Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 9:30 am and noon - 1:00 pm. Be aware that children may also be using the gym. Two guests permitted per resident. Huntington Woods Parks & Recreation 26325 Scotia Road 248.541-3030 • WALK THE TRACK Monday - Friday, before 8:00 am and after 6:00 pm. Weekends and Burton non-attendance days, open dawn to dusk. SERVICES STAFF Jennifer Furlong, Transportation, Outreach, Activities/Events in the building MEALS ON WHEELS Colette Nutton Day Trips & Extended Travel Homebound lunches and liquid meals available Monday - Friday through Meals on Wheels. Contact them at 248.689-0001. Senior Adult Services Kathy Seidl Correspondence Clerk HERE’S-TO-YOUR-BETTER HEALTH FAIR & EXPO Wed., October 21, 10:00 am - noon at the Recreation Center Have the opportunity to discuss health issues with medical staff in an informal setting and receive needed vaccines. TOPICS SCHEDULED INCLUDE: Audiology Testing Blood Pressure Reading, Blood Sugar Testing, Cancer Concerns, Dentistry, Podiatry Screening, Vision Screening & more NEED YOUR FLU AND/OR PNEUMONIA VACCINE? Flu vaccine (fee tba). Fee may be waived if you have Medicare part B. Please bring Medicare card, supplemental insurance cards and picture ID. Pneumonia vaccine (fee tba) also available. If you are over 65 years old, a pneumonia shot is only needed once in a lifetime. • SENIOR BRIGADE SPEAKERS • EXPANDED EXPO AREA • REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED For ages 62 years+. Transportation available to our residents. Call 248.541-3030 for more info or to set up transportation. More info in the October/November Leisure Forum. …Page 23 Hometown Herald… RECREATION REGISTRATION REGISTRATION BEGINS when you receive your newsletter either online or in the mail. Should any class be unavailable or cancelled, you will be notified. You may register in person or through the mail. If you register by mail, you must enclose a selfaddressed stamped envelope if you desire to receive a receipt/confirmation of class. Unless otherwise noted as a residents-only program, non-residents may register beginning September 8 for an additional $5 fee per class. Please note, August 28 - September 4, the Recreation Center will have limited hours due to annual maintenance and floor resurfacing. Please call for daily times. ROYAL OAK SECTION: An annual $40 facility fee will be assessed to all Royal Oak section residents participating in latchkey, camps and/or the pool. A 25% surcharge is also in effect for latchkey and the pool membership. Royal Oak section residents also pay the additional $5/class. These fees are in place to equalize the tax burden borne by Huntington Woods residents. city of huntington woods 26815 scotia road, huntington woods mi 48070 www.HWMI.org mayor ron gillham commissioners jeffrey jenks jules olsman bob paul mary white city manager amy sullivan newsletter editor colette macdonald nutton PRSRT STD u.s. postage PAID permit no. 393 royal oak, mi ecrww postal patron huntington woods mi 48070 Recreation Class/Activity Registration Form Mail or deliver your registration to: Huntington Woods Recreation Registration, 26325 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods, MI 48070 _____________________________________________ PARENT (OR REGISTRANT IF OVER 18 YEARS) _____________________________________________ PARENT (additional contact person) WORKSHOP/ONE DAY PROGRAM REFUND POLICY: Refunds will be given up until one week prior to the start date. After that, no refunds will be given unless a replacement is registered. A $10 processing fee will be withheld for each cancellation. Material fees associated with a workshop will not be refunded.. ____________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS (CITY, STATE, ZIP) CLASS REFUND POLICY: All requests for refunds must be made prior to the second class. A pro-rated refund will be withheld if one class session has already been held. In addition, a $10 processing fee will be withheld for each cancellation. Material fees associated with a class will not be refunded. __________________________________________ FULL NAME OF PARTICIPANT EVENT/TRIP REFUND POLICY: In the event a trip does not require the purchase of tickets, 48 hour notice of cancellation is required in order to receive a refund. For trips involving tickets, no refunds will be given for cancellation once the tickets have been purchased, unless a replacement is found. Please inquire at the time you are requesting to cancel whether you will receive a refund. A $5 service fee is retained on all refunds due to trip withdrawal. LATE DELIVERY: All Huntington Woods Hometown Heralds are mailed at the same time. For this reason, we cannot take responsibility for lost or late delivery. Please contact the Royal Oak post office with any delivery concerns. EDITORIAL POLICY: Although the Parks and Recreation Department goes to great lengths to ensure that all information contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing, errors occasionally occur and last minute changes in programs, classes and activities – such as dates, times and locations – may be necessary due to circumstances beyond our control. We apologize ahead of time for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding. _____________________________________________ CELL / DAY PHONE _____________________________________________ CELL / DAY PHONE _____________________________________________ HOME PHONE ____________________________________________ HOUSEHOLD EMAIL (for class communication) ____/ ____/ ____ BIRTH DATE _______ GRADE _________ T-shirt size ___________________ CLASS # __________________________________________________________ CLASS NAME FEE ___________________ CLASS # __________________________________________________________ CLASS NAME FEE ___________________ CLASS # __________________________________________________________ CLASS NAME FEE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: The City of Huntington Woods TOTAL ___________ RELEASE, WAIVER, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK (must be signed before participating in any event/activity): As a registered participant, or parent/legal guardian of a registered participant, in the listed activity or event, I am fully aware of and understand the potential risk involved with my, or my child’s, participation in this physical activity, including, but not limited to, cuts, bruises, broken bones, and other injuries, damages, or losses. I hereby agree to assume all risk of injury, damage to persons or property, or death resulting from my, or my child’s, participation in this activity or event and the use of City of Huntington Woods facilities. I do hereby fully release and discharge the City of Huntington Woods, its officers, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, and organizers from and against any and all liability that may be suffered by me or my child as a result of, or in any way connected to, my or my child’s participation in the listed activity or event. This Release, Waiver, and Assumption of Risk shall be binding upon my heirs and dependents. PHOTO / VIDEO AUTHORIZATION: In signing up for a program with the Huntington Woods Parks & Recreation Department, I hereby give my consent to use photos/video coverage of myself and/or minor child in future newsletters, calendars, flyers, website and/or other social media. Should you choose to opt out, please initial_____. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: Should anyone require special accommodations to attend or participate in a Huntington Woods program or activity, please call 248-541-3030 at least 48 hours prior to the activity. SIGNATURE____________________________________________ DATE_______________________________
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