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Upcoming Events
Pointe Mouillee Waterfowl Festival 2009
62nd Michigan Duck Hunters Tournament
Midwest Decoy Contest/Wildlife Art Show
September 12 and 13, 2009 - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Pointe Mouillee State Game Area, Brownstown MI
| Executive Director - Dick Whitwam | (734) 379-4292 |
| Wildlife Art Show - Judy Swinkey | 734-586-8173 |
| Decoy Contest & Auction - Lou Petrucco | 734-676-7868 |
| Duck Calling - Bob Hill | 734-324-2547 |
| Goose Calling - Joe Robinson | 734-848-3497 |
| Duck Hunters Tournament - Bob Whitwam | 734-587-3221 |
| Outdoor Trading Post - Don Tarry | 734-848-4826 |
| Dog Events - Dan Hill | 734-289-1625 |
Dog Retriever Events/Kids Games/Lots of Good Food
In cooperation with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Pointe Mouillee State Game Area, Brownstown, MI (734) 379-9692
For more information: www.miwaterfowlfest.org
Rentals
Community Center Booking 2010 Rentals
The Brownstown Community Center, located at 21311 Telegraph Road is now booking group rentals through 2010. The halls can accommodate up to 325 people and a full kitchen is available.
Rental rates range from $75.00 for groups of 50 or less on a weeknight to $525.00 for groups of up to 325 on a weekend. Halls are dividable to accommodate any size party and rental rates vary with party size. Kitchen facilities are available for a $50.00 charge. White table linens and clean-up services are also available for an additional charge.
A security deposit is required to reserve a date. To check date availability, please call the Recreation Dept. at 675-0920
Township Officials: Recreation Commission
| Arthur F. Wright, Supervisor | James Bryan, Chairman |
| Sherry A. Berecz-Burton, Clerk | Helen St. Louis, Vice Chairman |
| Andrew Linko, Treasurer | Linda McCoy, Secretary |
| Michael D. Eberth, Trustee | Greg Barbee, Commissioner |
| James J. Taft, Trustee | Michael Grady, Commissioner |
| Clyde P. Walters, Trustee | Alicia Oaks, Commissioner |
| Barbara Warren, Trustee |
Fall Clean Up Weeks - October 5-16
During Fall Clean Up, Waste Management will accept, on your regular trash pick-up days, unlimited household rubbish and many items normally not accepted. Items accepted include small car parts, unlimited household rubbish, yard waste and bulky items. All must be properly bagged, boxed and/or bundled.
Due to Michigan law, tires can no longer go to the landfill. Therefore tires will not be collected curbside during Fall Clean Up Weeks. Residents can recycle tires at the Township Hall during these Clean Up Weeks only, at no cost.
Freon items will not be picked-up during the Fall Clean Up Weeks. Residents may call for a freon item to be removed for a fee of $40 each. Payment & scheduling may be made through WM’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-796-9696. Note payment & scheduling must be done 24 hours prior to their collection day.
During any Clean Up Weeks please make sure all items are placed at the curb in 32 gallon or smaller containers weighing no more than 40lbs. Carpet must be bundled 4’ or less and branches must be bundled 3’ or less and small enough for 1 person to pick up (no more than 50lbs). Working together we can help "Clean Up" Brownstown starting at home.
Pet Lost & Found Service
The Brownstown Supervisor's Office has begun a Pet Lost and Found service for residents. The new program uses the Township’s website and cablecast messages on Comcast Channel 12 to spread word for pet owners whose dogs and cats have wandered away.
To submit lost/found pet information, please contact the Supervisor's Office at 734- 675-0071, by email or in person at the Supervisor's Office, 21313 Telegraph Road, during regular business hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM).
Please include the following information:
- Brief description (breed, coloring, approx. age)
- Pet's name
- General location where pet was lost (or found)
- Your contact information (name, daytime phone or email)
- A photo of the pet may also be included (web post only)
Sample Lost Ad
"Baby" is a black short-haired cat. She is 12 yrs old and weighs 5 lbs. She was last seen on June 25 at the corner of Orange Street and Apple Lane. She was wearing a collar with her name and address on it. Please call Sarah at 555-5555 or email@email.net.
Youth Programs
Free Pre-School Music Programs
The Woodhaven-Brownstown Schools, in cooperation with Brownstown Recreation and Woodhaven Recreation is offering FREE preschool music programs this fall. Make music a part of your child’s daily life. It improves their ability to move, think, create, reason, and express themselves. Come and see what music can do for you and your child. This musical adventure is designed to promote language, social, gross motor and early literacy skills for preschool children ages 0-5 years. A parent or guardian must attend with the child.
Brownstown Community Center 21311 Telegraph Rd. Brownstown, MI 48134. Call to register 734- 675-0920
Class will be held Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
- September 23
- October 21
- November 18
- December 16
Youth Basketball
Co-sponsored by the Brownstown, Woodhaven, Rockwood and Gibraltar Recreation Departments, this recreational league program is open to all 4th through 8th grade boys and girls in the Gibraltar and Woodhaven-Brownstown School Districts. This is an instructional, recreational program whose goal is to provide the opportunity for each player to improve their knowledge and skills while having a lot of fun! No players are cut and all players must play at least 1/4 every game. All players receive a t-shirt game jersey. Practice starts in late November and games start the weekend of December 5-6. Practices are held weeknights at the elementary schools. Games are played weekends at Woodhaven High School and Gibraltar Carlson High School.
Location: Practices: Woodhaven-Brownstown: Gudith, Wegienka, Bates, Yake & Erving Gibraltar Schools: Hunter, Parsons, Chapman & Weiss Games: Woodhaven High School & Carlson High School
Cost: $50.00 per child
Registration: Monday, November 2, 2009 6:00-7:30 PM Brownstown
Community Center or Carlson High School Gym Lobby
Late registrations accepted through Nov. 20 or until teams are filled
Pom Pon Program
Want to be a cheerleader? This class will teach you all you need with cheers, chants, and dance routine with music and pom pons! Registration includes free POM PONS for all participants!
Instructor: Diane Donahoo
Location: Community Center
Schedule:
Saturdays starting September 26
10:30 AM-11:00 AM - Ages 3 to 5
11:15 AM-11:45 AM - Ages 6-10
6 weeks
Cost: $31.00 Resident $36.00 Non-resident
Learn to Skate
Open to boys & girls ages 3 & up this programs offers classes for the beginning skater through competition level skaters. Classes offered for both Basic Skills and Hockey Skating. All classes are 30 minutes.
Instructor: Ice Box Arena Staff USFSA Registered
Location: Ice Box Sports Center
Schedule: Contact the Icebox Arena at 676-5500 for class times and registration fees.
Karate
Come and learn both Korean and Japanese Karate. This comprehensive Martial Arts Program features classes for ages 4 to adult, including weapons work at higher levels with top quality instructors at all levels.
Instructor: Bill Barker, Progressive Tactics Martial Arts
Location: Community Center
Schedule:Little Dragons - The Little Dragons program teaches the younger age group the skills needed for martial arts training at a later age. The program includes proper stretch, exercise and games to promote balance, focus, team work and discipline. Basic martial arts skills are then incorporated. Students have their own belt system based on class attendance and performance. Additionally life skill teaching occurs in all classes.
Boys & Girls Ages 4-6/Mons & Weds 6:00-6:45 PM Cost: $40.00/month One Day $50/month Two Days
Basic Karate - This program is a traditional martial arts program teaching self defense through balance, focus, team work and discipline. Certified instructors teach and evaluate students using the traditional testing and belt system.
Ages 7-12 Mon & Wed 6:00-7:00 PM Cost: $55.00/month Ages 13-Adult Mon & Wed 7:00-8:00 PM Cost: $55.00/month
Modern Arnis - This program features a Filipino style of martial arts known for its knife, stick and sword work. Open to instructor approved advanced students.
Instructor Approved Adults Wed 8:00-9:00 PM Cost: $40.00/month
Breakfast with Santa
Come celebrate the holidays with the jolly old man himself. Program includes an all you can eat pancake breakfast, a visit from Santa, and a small gift for each child. Entertainment provided after breakfast.
Location: Community Center
Cost: $4.00 Children $5.00 Adults
Schedule: Saturday, December 12, 2009 9:00 AM
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets must be purchased in advance. This program tends to fill quickly so don’t wait to buy tickets!
Youth Dance
Dance Brownstown! In cooperation with Dance Grosse Ile, Brownstown Recreation is once again offering a complete dance program for ages 3 & up. Taught by professional dance instructors, the program is tailored for both beginning and intermediate dancers in the disciplines of Jazz, Tap, Ballet and Hawaiian plus a special Pre-Dance program for youngsters ages 3-4. Program runs September through May. Students must attend entire session to participate in the recital in late May. Costume and shoes additional.
Instructors: Gina Dudash, Director, Dance Grosse Ile Location: Community Center
Schedule
Wednesdays, starting September 23
- Advanced Tap 4:30-5:15 PM
- Advanced Ballet 5:15-6:00 PM
- Advanced Jazz/Hip Hop 6:00-6:45PM
- Theatre 6:45-7:15 PM
NOTE: Advanced classes are by instructor placement only!
Cost
- $234.00 30 Minute Classes
- $252.00 45 Minutes Classes
- $261.00 1 hour classes
Payment Plans Available
Registration and Shoe Fitting, September 12 1-3PM @ Comm. Ctr.
Fridays, starting September 25
- Pre-Dance(ages 3-4) 4:00-4:30 PM Ages 4-6 years
- Ballet 5:30-6:00 PM
- Hula 6:00-6:30 PM
- Ballet 6:30-7:00 PM
- Tap 7:00-7:30 PM
- Jazz/Hip Hop 7:30-8:00 PM Ages 6, 7, 8 years
- Theatre 8:00-8:30 PM Ages 7-8 years
- Ballet 4:30-5:15 PM
- Tap 5:15-6:00 PM
- Jazz/Hip Hop 6:00-6:45 PM Teen Classes—Ages 12+ years
- Tahitian 6:45-7:15 PM
- Theatre 7:15-8:00 PM
- Jazz/Hip Hop 8:00-8:45 PM
Saturdays, starting Sept. 26
- Pre-Dance (ages 3-4) 10:00-10:30 AM
- Jazz/HipHop(ages 9-11)10:30-11:15AM
- Theatre (ages 9-11) 11:15-12:00 PM
- Ballet (ages 9-11) 12-12:45 PM
- Tap (ages 9-11) 12:45-1:30 PM
Mother/Son Fall Swing
This annual dance provides a great opportunity for mothers and sons to spend a fun night out together. The evening features dancing, refreshments, a cowboy hat for the boys and a special gift for mom. Open to mothers and sons ages 3 and up.
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Friday, October 16 - 7:00-8:15 PM
Cost: $15.00 per couple Additional son $2.00 each
Tickets Must Be Purchased in Advance
Annual Tree Lighting
Come to the Township’s official start of the holiday season. Santa will arrive to turn on the Township lights and listen to wishes from all the good little girls and boys. In addition, the Downriver Community Band will be playing carols, there will be light refreshments, and Santa will have a small gift for each child
Location: Community Center
Date: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE!
Adult Programs
Easy Flow Yogo
Have fun while you learn the gentle postures (asanas) and restorative breathing techniques. For centuries, yoga has been practiced to naturally relax and calm the mind while keeping the body young and vital as we age. Let this class help you to remove all the damaging effects of our stressful lives and improve your overall strength, balance and stamina. All ages and levels welcome. Wear comfortable, stretchable clothing and bring a mat, rug or blanket. Please refrain from eating an hour before class.
Schedule: Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 PM at Hunter School Thursdays 5:00-6:00 PM at Community Center 10 week session starts September 22
Cost: $46.00 One day/week—$66.00 Two days/week Non-residents add $5.00
Instructor: Dr. Tracey Williamson, D.C., D.I.C.C.P. American Heart Association Certification Board Certified Diplomate in International Chiropractic Council on Pediatrics
Pilates for Fitness
Pilates are a great new fitness technique featuring cross training routines with an intense abdominal, thigh and lengthening workout. Be sure to bring a mat and free weights.
Instructor: Diane Donahoo, Nationally Certified
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Monday & Friday Mornings 9:00-10:00 AM Monday Evenings 6:00-7:00 PM Thursday Evenings 7:00-8:00 PM 10 weeks starting Sept. 21
Cost: $46.00 One Class $66.00 Two Classes $86.00 Three Classes $106.00 Four Classes Non-residents add $5.00
The Mix G Ball and Cardio
This workout starts off with a 30 minutes workout with the new G-Ball using leverage core action to burn calories more effectively followed by 30 minutes of cardio, using various techniques of aerobic dance, kickboxing and standing abs routines. A fun, fast moving class for all fitness levels. Class is open to both men and women and all participants should bring a 2 lb G-Ball or light weights and a mat.
Instructor: Diane Donahoo, Nationally Certified
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Thursdays starting September 24 6:00—7:00 PM 10 weeks
Cost: $46.00 One Class Non-residents add $5.00
Cardio Pilates
A great new class starting with 35 minutes of cardio dance, hip hop and kickboxing segments. Next up is a 25 minute pilates mat routine for an intense core, glute and thigh workout. Bring a mat and free weights. A great step up from our regular exercise classes!
Instructor: Diane Donahoo, Nationally Certified
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Mondays 7:00 PM-8:00 PM Wednesdays 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 10 weeks starting September 21
Cost: $46.00 One Class $66.00 Two Classes Non-residents add $5.00
Dog Obedience
Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Bring your old dog or new puppy to our dog obedience training class where they will learn to sit, stay, heel, and come when called. All dogs must be at least 6 months of age and have proof of vaccinations.
Location: Community Center
Schedule: Tuesdays starting September 22 7:00-8:00 PM Beginning Class 8:00-9:00 PM Advanced Class 8 weeks
Cost: $51.00 Resident $56.00 Non-resident
Fitness Programs
Zumba Fitness
Zumba!
Schedule:
- Wednesdays starting September 23 7:00 PM—8:00 PM at Hunter School
- Thursdays starting September 24 7:00 PM-8:00 PM at Gudith School
10 weeks
Cost: $51.00 One day/$76 Two days Non-residents add $5.00
Zumba Gold
Schedule:
- Monday, Tuesday & Wednesdays starting Sept 21 7:30AM—8:00 AM at Community Center
- Wednesdays starting Sept.23 6:30 PM-7:00 PM at Hunter School
- Thursdays starting September 24 6:00 PM-6:30 PM at Gudith School
10 weeks
Cost: $41.00 One day/$61.00 Two days/$81.00 Three days Non-residents add $5.00
Zumbatomic - Little Stars
(Boys & Girls Ages 4-8)
Schedule:
Mondays starting September 21 6:30 PM—7:00 PM at Hunter School 10 weeks
Cost: $41.00 Non-residents add $5.00
Zumbatomic - Big Stars
(Boys & Girls Ages 9 & Up)
Schedule:
Tuesdays starting September 22 7:00 PM—7:30 PM at Community Center
10 weeks
Cost: $41.00 Non-residents add $5.00
The B's and C's - Bocy Ball, Cardio, Core & Conditioning
This class starts out with a half hour of the B’s—Body Ball: a fun challenging workout for core strength, balance, and flexibility using a soft body ball. Next we have a half hour of the C’s—a fun CARDIO workout building CORE strength and CONDITIONING the body from head to toe. ALL fitness levels welcome. Required Equipment: mat, hand weights, body ball (be sure ball is burst resistant and sized for your height) & Step (optional)
Instructor: Pam Dumais, SCW Group Aerobics/CPR Certified
Schedule:
Tuesdays starting Sept 22 7:30 PM-8:30 PM at Community Center
10 weeks
Cost: $46.00 Non-residents add $5.00
Cardio Tone
Don’t have time to work out? This class is for you! Just a half hour before work and you will feel better all day. No time before work? This class is also offered at lunch time or after work. The class features quick warm up along with cardio and weight training and a nice stretch to finish. Bring a mat and hand weights.
Instructor: Pam Dumais, SCW Group Aerobics/CPR Certified
Schedule:
- Monday, Tuesday & Wednesdays starting Sept 21 7:00 AM—7:300 AM at Community Center
- Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday starting September 21 12:15 PM—12:45 PM at Community Center
- Thursdays starting September 24 6:30 PM-7:00 PM at Gudith School
10 weeks
Cost: $46.00 One day/$66 Two days/$86.00 Three days Non-residents add $5.00
Senior Programs
Senior Center Activities
The Brownstown Senior Community Center offers a wide variety of activities for seniors on a daily basis. The Senior Nutrition Program, Health, Education and Enrichment Programs are conducted at the Center on an ongoing basis. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Below is a listing of the dates and times of ongoing programs. For more information contact Sr. Coordinator Maxine Schofield at 734-675-0920
Senior Program Schedule
- Blood Pressure Clinic - 1st Thurs at Noon
- Fun Lovers Band - Every Mon at 1:00 PM
- Basic Quilting - Every Wed at 9:00 AM
- Senior Exercise - Every Tues, Wed, and Fri at 10:00 AM
- Senior Bowling - Every Fri at 1:00 PM @ Flat Rock Lanes
- Travel Club - Every 2nd Mon at 10:30 AM
- Evening Pot Luck - Every 4th Mon at 5 PM
- Meijers - Every Other Tues at 1:00 PM
- Monthly Dinner Dances
- Luau - Thurs Sept. 17
- Halloween Party - Thurs Oct 22
- Fall Feast - Thurs Nov. 12
- Christmas Party - Thurs Dec 17
Dinner Dance tickets may be purchased at the Recreation Dept.
Scheduled Trips
- Mackinac Island - September 22-25
- Saugatuck - September 23
- Pointe Edward Casino - October 7
- DSO - Dave Grusin - October 8
- Virginia Beach - October 4-11
- Heaven & Hell - Oct 24
- Cornwell’s Turkeyville - Oct. 28
- Soaring Eagle Casino - Nov 2
- Detroit Symphony Orchestra - Nov 13
Receive discount on trips by joining the Senior Travel Club! Annual dues are $10. New trips announced at the monthly meetings held at 11:00 AM at the Community Center on Sept. 14, Oct 5, Nov 9, & Dec 14.
For more Trips and Trip information, call 734- 675-0920
Hot Lunches Available
In cooperation with the Wayne County Office of Nutrition Services, hot lunches are available to seniors age 60 and over. Lunch is served Monday through Friday at 12:00 Noon in the Brownstown Community Center. Suggested donation is $2.25 per day. Reservations are due one day in advance and can be made by calling the Recreation Department at 734- 675-0920. Monthly menus are also available for pick-up at the Recreation Offices.
Hot lunches are also delivered to qualified homebound seniors. Lunches are delivered Monday through Friday with frozen meals for emergency use. Any senior needing delivery should contact Senior Coordinator Maxine Schofield at 734-675-0920.
Transportation
Through the use of a SMART Specialized Services Grant, the Township of Brownstown is pleased to offer transportation for seniors and disabled residents.
For a $1.00 co-pay, seniors and the disabled may ride the Senior Bus to the Community Center for scheduled activities.
Downriver Cab - available for transportation to Dr. appointments, banking, pharmacy, etc. $2.00 co-pay each way
Authorization is required so interested parties should contact Senior Coordinator Maxine Schofield at 734-675-0920.
Senior Chore Program
Funded through CDBG Grants, the Senior Chore Program assists low to moderate income seniors, age 62 and older who meet income guidelines, with minor routine home maintenance projects to help seniors continue to live in their own homes. Services available include grass trimming, weed trimming, snow removal, gutter clearing, and other routine home maintenance projects. Please contact the Brownstown Recreation Department at 734-675-0920 for more information or to obtain an application
Pleasure Seekers
The Pleasure Seekers, Brownstown’s Senior Club, meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month at 1 PM in the Community Center. The club regularly hosts dances and more. Annual dues are $10.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help deliver hot lunches to area homebound seniors. Meals are delivered daily at about 11:30 AM and the route takes about an hour to complete. If you are able to volunteer one or more days per week please contact Karen Wright at 734- 675-0920.
General Information
Registration Information
Registration for all programs may be made in person at the Recreation Department, 21311 Telegraph, Brownstown, by phone with full payment on a credit card, or by completing the form below and submitting with full payment to:
Brownstown Recreation 21311 Telegraph Road Brownstown, MI 48183
All program fees already include a $1.00 per participant administration fee. This fee is used to help offset the costs of running the Recreation Department and help the Department remain self sufficient.
Non-residents are welcome in most programs and will be charged an additional $5.00 non-resident fee.
Fee Waivers Available
It is the policy of the Brownstown Recreation Commission that no Brownstown resident child will be turned away from a program due to the inability to pay a program registration fee.
If your child wishes to participate in any program, and you are unable to pay the registration fee, please request a fee waiver application from Parks & Recreation Director Mark W. Maxe at 734- 675-0920. All requests are handled confidentially.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
If, for any reason, you are not fully satisfied with any program, a full refund of the program registration fee will be issued upon request. Just stop in the Recreation Department and tell us why you were dissatisfied with the program, and a full refund will be issued.
Program Suggestions
Ideas and suggestions for new programs are always welcome. If you have a particular program or event you would like to see offered by Brownstown Recreation, please contact Parks & Recreation Director Mark Maxe at 734- 675-0920.
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