I know you have heard it said, “there are good times, and there are bad times”. I think we are on the cusp between the two. We have begun the difficult process of significantly reducing our expenditures, with revenue currently projected to decline by approximately 25 % in the next 3 years. All sources of city revenue are declining, including funds we receive from the State of Michigan. Based on our projections, we asked residents how you felt about changes to city services as well as taxes and fees. First: THE SURVEY of your opinions. The survey was prepared for the City by Wayne State University. Our residents participated at a rate of 43% of all households, an excellent response. As in recent surveys, our residents rated Huntington Woods as an excellent place to live and rate our city services very highly. No real surprise there. As individual households, you have felt the impact of the recession. We have to keep that in mind when discussing taxes and fees. In the survey, residents continue to rate our services in the Department of Public Safety very highly and you expressed a desire to keep our Public Library and Department of Parks and Recreation operating in their current manner. The survey also, indicated what services might be reduced based on the economic realities. Residents also indicated that they would be willing to pay increased fees, where possible, to protect specific city services. Your priorities are important for the difficult work ahead. Then: THE BUDGET. As I prepare this, we are in the midst of finalizing the 2010/2011 City Budget. Given an anticipated loss of revenue approaching $400,000 this year, it is obvious we have to make changes in services. Regretfully, we will continue to reduce the number of employees. Service reductions, employee concessions, city service changes and privatization are also inevitable. As losses in income are projected to stay with us for several more years, longer term considerations, including consolidation of some services with our neighbors and additional privatization of some services, will be studied. It is important to realize that each year the amount we spend will be capped from the prior year. When times improve, our budget will increase very incrementally. Our fees may increase, but additional taxes would require voter approval. Please let the City Commission know your feelings. It is important that we maintain the fabric of this exceptional community during these very challenging economic times. Congratulations to Seed and Sod on their 70th Anniversary! Let’s all hope that we have a wonderful summer here in this crazy, mixed-up Winter Water Wonderland. Please join us in celebrating the 4th of July with a true appreciation on the contributions of our prior generations. Mayor Ron Gillham V O L U M E 3 6 I S S U E 3 S U M M E R 2 0 1 0 Mayor’s Memo Mayor’s Memo Mayor Ron Gillham IN THIS ISSUE IN THIS ISSUE Public Safety/City Calendar 2 City Hall 3 Library 4 Public Services 9 Recreation July 4th Celebration 12 Specialty Camps 14 Classes 15 Tennis Classes 17 Swim Classes 18 Summer Concerts 19 Special Events 20 Teens 22 Seniors 23 Registration Back Page 70th ANNIVERSARY FOR SEED & SOD Seed and Sod Garden Club of Huntington Woods is celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year! Founded in April, 1940, Seed and Sod joined the Federated Garden Clubs (now Michigan Garden Clubs) in 1946 and continues to thrive in its goals of sharing information and encouragement in gardening. Our Club theme is "Good Neighbor Gardening" and our mission statement reads "We are gardeners who love nature and appreciate its marvels, who continue to learn about our natural world in order to conserve and improve our local and global environment." To celebrate 70 years of friendships through our love of gardens and nature, Seed and Sod will present our 8th garden walk in Huntington Woods: A SUMMER GARDEN WALK on Sunday, July 18, 2010, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Please join us as we celebrate summer, gardens and good friends! Advance tickets will be available for $8 at the library beginning July 1. On the day of the walk, maps will be available and tickets will be $10. For more information, please contact Karen: 248.398-2004 or [email protected].
Transcript
I know you have heard it said, “there are good times, and
there are bad times”. I think we are on the cusp between the
two. We have begun the difficult process of significantly
reducing our expenditures, with revenue currently projected
to decline by approximately 25 % in the next 3 years. All
sources of city revenue are declining, including funds we
receive from the State of Michigan. Based on our projections,
we asked residents how you felt about changes to city
services as well as taxes and fees.
First: THE SURVEY of your opinions.The survey was prepared for the City by Wayne State University. Our residents
participated at a rate of 43% of all households, an excellent response. As in recent
surveys, our residents rated Huntington Woods as an excellent place to live and rate our
city services very highly. No real surprise there. As individual households, you have felt
the impact of the recession. We have to keep that in mind when discussing taxes and
fees. In the survey, residents continue to rate our services in the Department of Public
Safety very highly and you expressed a desire to keep our Public Library and Department
of Parks and Recreation operating in their current manner. The survey also, indicated
what services might be reduced based on the economic realities. Residents also indicated
that they would be willing to pay increased fees, where possible, to protect specific city
services. Your priorities are important for the difficult work ahead.
Then: THE BUDGET.As I prepare this, we are in the midst of finalizing the 2010/2011 City Budget. Given an
anticipated loss of revenue approaching $400,000 this year, it is obvious we have to make
changes in services. Regretfully, we will continue to reduce the number of employees.
Service reductions, employee concessions, city service changes and privatization are also
inevitable. As losses in income are projected to stay with us for several more years,
longer term considerations, including consolidation of some services with our neighbors
and additional privatization of some services, will be studied.
It is important to realize that each year the amount we spend will be capped from the
prior year. When times improve, our budget will increase very incrementally. Our fees
may increase, but additional taxes would require voter approval.
Please let the City Commission know your feelings. It is important that we maintain
the fabric of this exceptional community during these very challenging economic times.
Congratulations to Seed and Sod on their 70th Anniversary! Let’s all hope that we
have a wonderful summer here in this crazy, mixed-up Winter Water Wonderland.
Please join us in celebrating the 4th of July with a true appreciation on the
contributions of our prior generations.
Mayor Ron Gillham
V O L U M E 3 6 I S S U E 3 S U M M E R 2 0 1 0
Mayor’s MemoMayor’s Memo
Mayor Ron Gillham
I N T H I S I S S U EI N T H I S I S S U EPublic Safety/City Calendar 2
City Hall 3
Library 4
Public Services 9
RecreationJuly 4th Celebration 12
Specialty Camps 14
Classes 15
Tennis Classes 17
Swim Classes 18
Summer Concerts 19
Special Events 20
Teens 22
Seniors 23
Registration Back Page
70th ANNIVERSARY FOR SEED & SODSeed and Sod Garden Club of Huntington
public safetyinformationinformationrlivingston@ci.huntington-woods.mi.us
BUILDING HOURSMonday - Friday8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Emergency (Berkley Dispatch): 911
Non-Emergency/General Business248.541-1180
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFSteve Fairman, Director
Lieutenants: Ronald Livingston; Nick Armold; Bill Cudney;
Neil Gensler and Bill Spencer
www.huntingtonwoods.govoffice.com
BUILDING HOURSNon-emergency and general business calls are
received by Huntington Woods Public Safety
during normal business hours, Monday
through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. After
5pm, telephone services are switched over to
Berkley Dispatch. All 9-1-1 calls are answered
by Berkley dispatch 24 hours a day.
ALARM FEES DUE JULY 1Register and pay fees/fines at Public Safety
during normal business hours. Fees are as
follows:
Annual feeLocal alarm: $5.
Monitored alarm: $25.
False alarm finesFirst false alarm: No Charge
Second false alarm: $10.
Third or more false alarm: $25.
False alarms are assessed in a calendar year.
Fees due by July 1 annually.
Bike Licenses are a one time fee of $3.
Garage Sale Permits are $3.
(only 2 sales/year)
Police Reports are $5 for crash reports
and $2 for incident reports.
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR BEST FRIENDAccording to city ordinance, dog owners are required to keep their dog on a suitable leash under the control of the owner.
It’s a dirty job...but somebody’s gotta do it.Please clean up after your dog. Much appreciated.
Community Calendar
JUNE2 Historic District Commission
2 Environmental Advisory Board
9 Tree Advisory Board
14 ZBA
15 City Commission Meeting
16 Beautification Committee
21 Library Advisory Board
21 Parks & Rec Advisory Board
28 Planning Commission
JULY5 City Offices & Post Closed
7 Historic District Commission
7 Environmental Advisory Board
12 ZBA
14 Tree Advisory Board
20 City Commission Meeting
21 Beautification Committee
26 Planning Commission Meeting
31 Absentee Voting, 10 am - 2 pm
AUGUST3 State Primary, 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
4 Historic District Commission
4 Environmental Advisory Board
9 ZBA
11 Tree Advisory Board
17 City Commission Meeting
18 Beautification Committee
23 Planning Commission Meeting
Meetings @ 7:30 pm. Call 248.541.4300 to confirm time
and location.
DROP BOXFor your convenience, parking ticket
payments may be dropped off after hours in
the white drop box at the front of the
building.
OVERNIGHT STREET PARKINGReminder, 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.
WALKERS/JOGGERSAll 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.
WARNING SIREN SYSTEMJune 5, July 3, August 7When the National Weather Service issues
a tornado warning, the sirens are activated.
Sirens are activated by the transmission of
an RF signal with a tone alert. The signal is
transmitted by Oakland County Emergency
Response and Preparedness from a
transmitter located on the County
Complex at 1200 North Telegraph Road.
A tornado siren will activate for three
minutes, which warns the community that
a tornado has been sighted somewhere in
Oakland County. Seek shelter and listen to
radio or television for more information.
Please do not call police, fire departments
or news media.
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LONG GRASSPlease keep your lawn mowed regularly and
make arrangements to have the grass cut
while you are vacation. Grass that exceeds
6" in height will be cut by the City crews with
the cost billed to you or assessed as a lien
against your property. There will be a fine in
addition to the cost of cutting.
A SIMPLER WAY TO PAY YOURWATER BILLCity water bills may now be paid by direct
debit of your checking or savings account
similar to the convenience offered by many
utility companies. On the due date payment is
drafted from your account to pay the bill in
full. Enrollment forms were mailed with the
water bills, may be obtained from the city
website or by calling the Treasurer’s office at
248.541-4300.
2010 SUMMER TAX BILLThe 2010 summer tax bills will be mailed on
June 30, 2010. If you do not have an escrow
account, and have not received a tax bill
within a week of June 30th contact the
Treasurer’s Office immediately. Non-receipt
of bill does not negate the owner’s
responsibility to pay.
Summer taxes are due on August 10, 2010.
Half payments are allowed if the 1st half is
paid by August 10th, the remainder may be
paid on or before October 31, 2010.
STATE PRIMARY ELECTIONTuesday, August 3, 7:00 am - 8 pmThe State Primary
Election will be on
Tuesday, August 3. Polls
will be open from 7:00
am – 8:00 pm. City Hall
will be opened on
Saturday, July 31 from
10:00 am – 2:00 pm for
absentee voting only.
Contact City Hall if you
are unsure of your polling location. The last
to register to vote to be eligible to vote in
the August election is July 6. Register at City
Hall or any Secretary of State Office.
SUMMER TAX DEFERMENTThe summer tax deferment allows certain
taxpayers to delay payment of their summer
bill until February 14, 2011 without additional
interest and penalty. The deferment is
available to residents whose gross household
income for 2009, did not exceed $40,000 and
also qualify under one of the following
classifications: 62 years of age or older,
paraplegic or quadriplegic, eligible
serviceperson, eligible veteran, eligible widow
or widower, blind person, or totally and
permanently disabled. The deferment can be
taken on the principal residence only. Proof
of income is required. Forms are available at
City Hall or the website
www.mich.gov/treasury search for
form #471.
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City Hall Hours Monday - Friday8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 248.541-4300
POST OFFICE HOURSMonday - Friday8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Offices ClosedFriday, July 3
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFAlex Allie, City Manager
Tony Lehmann, Finance DirectorJoy Solanskey, Treasurer
Riki Scott Heroux, Deputy Finance/TreasurerRuth Franzoni, City Clerk
Jen Furlong, Administrative AssistantLois Silk, Postmaster
Sheila Silk, Deputy ClerkBonnie Cook, City Planner
Hank Berry, Planning Department
MEN’S CLUB TAX RAFFLEWin the city portion of
your summer residential
property taxes. Tickets
now available at the
Recreation Center, City
Hall or from any Men’s
Club member. Winner
announced at the July 4 Concert in the Park.
Cost: $15 and $10 for each additional ticket.
For more information, please contact
Ways & Means Chair,
Brian Bell, 248.548-8837.
Civic Award Nominations Needed by May 28The City of Huntington Woods has a long-standing tradition of honoring citizens for their
contributions to the community. Please nominate a deserving resident. Awards are as follows:
• Citizen of the Year - Specifically for a resident who has provided long-standing andnoteworthy service, making Huntington Woods a better place in which to live.
• Senior Citizen of the Year - Nominate a resident, 65 years or better, who hascontinued to make contributions that make this City great.
• Virginia Jones Spirit Award - Nominate a youth, 6th - 12th grade, who has exhibitedinvolvement and dedication to the City.
Nomination forms are available at all City offices. Please send in the name of the personyou believe deserving of this special recognition, the award category and include the
reasons for your nomination to Huntington Woods, attention: Civic Award Committee, 26815 Scotia Road, Huntington
For additional information, please contact 248.541-4300.
Beaut i f i cat ion AwardNOMINATIONS DUE JUNE 30The Beautification Committee is
seeking nominations for the
Beautification Awards given annually
to the houses with the best
curb appeal. Due date reflects when
houses will likely be at their best!
Recognize your neighbor for his/her
hard work! Awards given in
3 different geographic areas
of the Woods.
Don’t wait! Nominate!
Full details are available on flyers
available at city offices and on the
city website or by contacting
co-chairs Lark Urquhart, 248.797-
3478 or Renee Siegel, 248.854-7982.
HUNTINGTON WOODS HOUSE TOUR 2010HUNTINGTON WOODS HOUSE TOUR 2010Sunday, June 6, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
The Huntington Woods Home Tour is back! This year the Huntington Woods Women’s League isteaming up with the Friends of the Library to bring back this city tradition.
Tickets are $12 in advance and can be purchased at the Library, the Rec Center or City Hall.Tickets will also be available the day of the event at the library for $15. Proceeds from the House Tour will go to the library and to the HWWL,
supporting our community and women’s and children’s charities.
The homes selected this year all have something unique to offer. So whether you are just curiousor you want to get some design ideas for remodeling or decorating ideas to update your home, you
can’t miss this event. There is sure to be a home that is a favorite for everyone. Special thanks to the generous home owners for opening their doors so that we may take a peek
at the hard work, devotion and care they have given their home.
A reception will follow at the library and library restrooms areavailable during the tour. As with previous tours, no children areallowed and we ask that shoes are removed or to please use the
covers that will be provided.
For more information, please contact Brenda McLaren at 248.545-3880 or by e-mail at external [email protected].
If you would like more information on the Huntington WoodsWomen’s League, contact Linda Batcheller, 248-544-7776
Library board meets the third Monday of each month, 7:30 pm
CHECKOUT A KILL-A-WATT Electricity bills are rising. Cut your costs by
checking out a Kill-A-Watt from the library!
This simple device plugs into any electrical
outlet. Then, plug an appliance into the Kill-A-
Watt to find out how effective your appliances
are. The screen displays the amount of energy
the appliance uses by the Kilowatt hour, just
like the electric company. Deciding which
appliances to unplug between uses can cut
your electric bill significantly! You can also
monitor your power’s voltage, line frequency,
and power factor. Ask for a Kill-A-Watt
meter at the Circulation Desk and check it
out for a week. The Friends of the Huntington
Woods Library have donated the Kill-A-Watt
devices.
OAKLAND COUNTY MOBILE OFFICEThursday, June 17, 2010, 11:00am - 1:00pmWith today's work and family demands, we
know it can be difficult for residents to make it
to our Pontiac office during regular business
hours. With that in mind, we created our new
Mobile Office, on-the-road service offering on-
the-spot copies of Oakland County records.
The new Mobile Office is simply a re-
deployment of resources, visiting the east,
west, north and southern portions of Oakland
County in the upcoming months. Normal
copy fees and identification requirements apply.
During your Mobile Office visit, you can: get
copies of birth, death and marriage certificates;
apply for a marriage license, get copies of deed,
mortgages, liens and other property
documents; register your business or access
our Assumed Business Names and Co-
Partnerships database; access or record a
military discharge form; get copies of Oakland
County Circuit Court documents; register to
Vote or apply for an Absentee Voter
application; file to become a notary public; or
apply for a passport and have passport photos
taken.
NEW! HIP HOP CD’sFrom its humble origins some 30 years ago in
New York's bombed-out, poverty-ravaged
South Bronx, hip-hop has risen to become a
dominant cultural force both here and abroad.
Strictly defined, the term refers to the entire
cultural constellation that accompanies rap
music, which in 2001 surpassed country music
as the most popular musical genre in the
United States. Check out our new cd’s!
PARK AND READMay 1 - October 1, 2010Library users with a valid
library card from the
Huntington Woods Public
Library–can check out a
one day pass to any
Michigan State Park. Park
passes are good for a one day pass, within
seven days from check-out at any one of the
98 Michigan State Parks and Recreation
Areas. Park and Read users will then present
their park pass to a park contact station. The
pass will be good for one day of the 7-day
period and only covers the motor vehicle fee.
77 Michigan State Parks will have also a
hammock available in their contact station.
When a Park and Read user presents their
park pass to the park, they will have the
opportunity to check out the hammock, if
available. Hammock is only available to Park
and Read program users.
libraryevents & servicesevents & services
a h a g e @ h u n t i n g t o n - wo o d s . l i b . m i . u s
Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.
~ Joseph Addison ~
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MODERN ANDCONTEMPORARY ART FROMTHE DETROIT INSTITUTE OFARTSTuesday, July 20, 7:00 pmModern and Contemporary Art Speaker,Lynn Cookson.Explore the DIA's Modern and
Contemporary artwork and the stories
behind them with a docent from the Detroit
Institute of Arts Speakers Bureau.
Pre-registration requested.
WOODS GALLERYMADELINE BARKEY: PAINTINGS
May 10 - June 11, 2010
NOLAN ROSS: “THE CARTOONS OF NOLAN ROSS”June 14 - July 23, 2010
Artist Reception: Thursday, June 17
SHERRY MORGENSTERN: PHOTOGRAPHYJuly 26 - August 30, 2010
Artist Reception: TBA
The Woods Gallery is located in the lower level of the Huntington Woods Library.
If you are interested in showing your work at the Woods Gallery or would like additional
information, please contact Lisa Grix, Gallery Coordinator at 248.543-9720.
MOTHERS TO MOTHERS BOOK DISCUSSION ANDSIGNING Tuesday, June 22, 7:00 pmLocal Author Julie Hauser will
CANOEING & KAYAKINGTHROUGH MICHIGAN &WISCONSINWednesday, July 28, 7:00 pmPlease join us on Wednesday, July 28 at 7:00
pm as Michigan author Doc Fletcher presents
his "Canoeing and Kayaking through Michigan
& Wisconsin" slide show. The show is an
hour-long
photographic
journey
down
selected
rivers from
each of his
two books,
"Weekend
Canoeing in Michigan" (2008 release) and
"Michigan Rivers Less Paddled" (2009), and a
sampling of rivers from his upcoming book
about Wisconsin. You'll take a virtual trip
down each river and hear what makes that
river uniquely FUN! Histories of nearby
towns (with that town's local Detroit Tiger
radio affiliate) are discussed and tales are told
of a local, old-time, tavern in that town - a
place to relax and relive the days river
adventure.
At the end of the program will be a drawing
for a free canoe or kayak trip, good for
a day trip down one of Michigan's rivers. After
the drawing, Doc will sign and sell copies of
his two books. Pre-registration requested.
EBAY BASICSThursday, August 5, 7:00 pmPresented by Paul Gillin. Learn what eBay is,
how to use it, what to look for in a buyer and
seller, how to use PayPal and much more in
this beginners eBay class.
The 2010 Adult Summer Reading Program theme is Water Your Mind - READ!Summer reading runs June 21 – July 30. Enjoy good books, book discussions,opportunities to share titles and also win prizes. This is the summer to register forour Adult Summer Reading Program! Reading logs, book reviews, extended loanperiods are a part of the program. Registration and more details are available in theLibrary and our library website. Registration begins June 14.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPJune 28, July 26 and August 23
Our ever-popular book discussion group
meets the fourth Monday of every month
at 7:30 pm. Please call the library for
more information about this lively book
discussion group.
COMPUTER TUTORINGFree, one hour sessions, one on one help
from our computer technician, Jamie
Richards. Bring your questions about e-mail,
searching the Internet and Microsoft Word.
Call the library to make an appointment,
248.543.9720.
VACATION LOANSWe have a large selection of travel books
available. Take these books, CD’s, books
on tape, books on CD’s on vacation with
you. Just ask for an extended vacation
loan when checking out these items.
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June 14 - August 6The program it is easy to do, and offers prizes and activities for reading. Registration begins June 7.
TEEN THEME: Make Waves @ Your Library Young adults in grades 6 and up. YOUTH THEME: Make a Splash @ Your Library Children 2 years and up.
NEW! WEE READERS Children who are not yet reading on their own can participate by having their parents or “other readers” record time read to a particular child.
Research shows that children need a variety of skills to become successful readers. Six specific earlyliteracy skills become the building blocks for later reading, writing and achievement in school. Keepingbooks accessible, sharing your love of reading, discussing new words, and singing silly songs together arejust a few ways to encourage young readers and focus on the six early literacy skills. It doesn’t have to
be hard. It just has to be fun! The Huntington Woods Library provides a variety of summer readingprograms designed to encourage young readers to have fun with literacy. We offer interesting
programs, story times, prizes and, of course, many, many new books to check out. Take a look at what we have to offer and consider joining us this summer!
All participants will receive a chart to record time read. There are prizes for reading 2, 8,12,16,20 and 24 hours, as well as a SPECIAL 40 hour prize!
Come to the Library to report hours read and receive prizes throughout the summer. Fill out a paper chain link for each hour read, and we will hang them in the library.THE LAST DAY TO CLAIM PRIZES IS AUGUST 4, although you may collect prizes
throughout the summer as you read. Please note: The responsibility for recording time spent reading rests with the parent or guardian. Children can read while at camp or on vacation and report
when they return home or online at www.huntington-woods.lib.mi.us. Check on the link for summer readers. Activities are FREE unless otherwise noted.
THE GREAT MICHIGAN READ
The Great Michigan Read is a book club for
the entire state. With a statewide focus on a
single book – Stealing Buddha’s Dinnerby Bich Minh Nguyen (pronounced bit-min-
win) – it encourages Michiganians to learn
more about their state, history and society.
Stealing Buddha’s Dinner is a memoir
that chronicles the author’s migration from
Vietnam in 1975 and her coming of age in
Grand Rapids, Michigan in the 1980s. Along
the way, she
struggles to
construct her own
cultural identity
from a menagerie
of uniquely
American
influences. The
book was selected
by a group of
nearly 50
librarians, teachers,
students, professors, authors, and others
from all corners of the state.
To participate, pick up a copy of
Stealing Buddha’s Dinner and the
reader’s guide at the library, or your
favorite bookseller. Read it and participate
in free Great Michigan Read free
programs at the library.
GENEALOGY: WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
Thursday. July 15, 7:00– 8:30 pmCarol Ring, Genealogist presenst
"Genealogy: Who Do You Think You Are?"
Learn basic genealogy techniques.
Bring questions and what you know of
your family.
Pre-registration is requested.
GREAT MICHIGAN READ BOOK DISCUSSION
Thursday, July 22, 7:00 – 8:30 pmJoin others who have read
Stealing Buddha's Dinner and share
your thoughts and impressions.
Pre-registration is requested.
The public are encouraged to suggest topics for future
programming. Programming suggestion
forms and criteria available at the library.
BOOKS BEHIND THE OSCAR NOMINEESBe sure to check out these books
turned Oscar contenders:
Harry Potter and the Half-bloodPrince by J. K. Rowling
Julie and Julia: My Year of CookingDangerously by Julie Powell
Food Inc.: How Industrial Food IsMaking Us Sicker, Fatter, and Poorerand What You Can Do About It: AParticipant Guide by Participant Productions
Staff
Bright Star by John Keats
Coraline by Neil Gaiman
The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael
Lewis
Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire
Up in the Air by Walter Kirn
Fantastic Mr. Fox by Ronald Dahl
An Education by Lynn Barber
The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
Crazy Heart: A Novel by Thomas Cobb
Invictus: Nelson Mandela and the Game ThatMade a Nation by John Carlin
A Single Man by Christopher Isherwood
The Last Station: A Novel of Tolstoy’s Final Year by
Jay Parini
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur
Conan Doyle
BOOK DONATIONSThe 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. 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.
Donated are accepted throughout the
summer. The next Used Book Sale is
October 2.
Bich Minh Nguyen Huntington Woods Library
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y o u t h p r o g r am s / e v e n t ssentence. Join us! Andy is waiting for you.
Registration is required for this program.
Sign up begins June 14. Children may sign
up for 15-minute time slots but are not
required to stay the full amount of time.
Parents of children who are not yet
reading, can “help” their children read to
Andy. Please be on time for your
registered appointment and have a book
pre-selected. We look forward to seeing
you!
JIM GILL IN CONCERTTHE FAMILY ROOM TOUR!Friday, June 25, 2:00 pmSuggested for ALL ages!
The Huntington Woods Library has teamed
up with the Recreation Center to bring Jim
Gill straight to YOUR doorstep, a new stop
on his Family Room Tour! Jim Gill, an award-
winning author and musician, offers more than
just a show to watch. He offers an
opportunity for family play! In concert, Jim
bangs out energetic rhythms on his banjo
while everyone claps, jumps, dances and even
sneezes along. The concert is filled, of course,
with songs from Jim’s recordings and features
a read-along and sing-along of Jim’s musical
books for young children. DO NOT miss the
chance to be a part of this amazing event!
Bring the whole family! Bring friends! With
familiar songs such as, “The Silly Dance
Contest” and “Alabama, Mississippi,” everyone
is sure to be swept up into the action.
Pre-registration requested.
NEW!! WEE READER’S SUMMER PROGRAMMonday, June 14 to Friday, August 6 Especially for ages birth - 2 years
Created for our library’s youngest members,
the Wee Reader’s Summer Program is a great
way to begin a lifelong love of reading. No
registration is required! Simply pick up a
Wee Reader’s Log and check off each activity
as you complete it with your child. Activities
include, dancing and singing together, sharing a
favorite fingerplay with your child, and
pointing out letters on toys, magazines, signs,
etc. When you finish each page, bring the log
to the library to receive a prize for your
child. BONUS: Return the completed Wee
Reader’s Log by August 7 to be entered into
a drawing for parents to win dinner for two!
SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICK-OFFZIPPITY2DADS PRESENTS: THE MR. SHAWN SHOW!Monday, June 14, 3:00 pmSuggested for ALL ages!
Kick off your flip flops, settle in, and be
prepared to kick-off the Summer Reading
Program in style! Mr. Shawn of Zippty2Dads
will bring his unique blend of music and
humor to the library for a rip-roaring good
show. But, don’t take him too seriously. He
likes it better when he can look into the
audience and see children (and adults, too)
laughing at his kooky antics. As a father
himself, Mr. Shawn says he knows the formula
for keeping children entertained. Fun, fun,
FUN! Zippity2Dads’ music is “an exciting
mixture of styles and influences, ranging from
blues to rap. It is catchy, up-beat, and a lot
closer to the Beatles than Barney.” Bring
family! Bring friends! And please, be sure to
bring yourself! Pre-registration requested.
READ TO ANDY THE DOG!Mondays, June 21 - August 16, 10:30 - 11:30 amSuggested for all children! Pre-registration
required.
Andy, a certified therapy dog, LOVES to
hear children read to him! He likes all
types of stories, is always a patient listener
and will be at the Huntington Woods
Library THIS SUMMER! Sign up for a time
slot, bring your favorite book, and visit the
children’s’ room for this exciting new
program. Studies show that reading in a
non-threatening environment increases
literacy by allowing children to read for the
fun of it! There is no risk of being
embarrassed by mispronouncing a word,
reading at a slow speed and/or not
understanding the exact meaning of a
TEEN READ 2010:
MAKE WAVES @ YOUR LIBRARYMonday, June 14 to August 6No, we don’t have a beach nearby (although
the Huntington Woods pool is pretty darn
close), nor do we think a surf board would fit
through our front doors, however, we can still
find plenty of ways to “Make Waves @ [the]
Library!” New books, prizes, and super cool
programs await! Bring your friends. We know
you want to! Registration begins June 7.
Come in early and receive a prize just for
registering!
ALTERED BOOKSMonday, June 21, 1:00 pm Suggested for ages
10 years and up.
Pre-registration required.
If you’ve ever absentmindedly doodled in an
old textbook or left notes in the margins of a
yearbook, congratulations! You’ve already
altered your very first book! It’s an ultra-
trendy art form that is sweeping the nation,
and… anything goes! Pencils, lace, paint, glue,
and fabric. You name it, and you can use it to
alter a book. Join us and radically transform
an old book into your very own masterpiece.
Bring any items you definitely want to use in
your book and/or items to share. We will
supply a variety of old books, art supplies
and munchies!
DESIGN YOUR OWN SURFBOARDFriday, July 9, 2:00 pmSuggested for ages 10 years and up.
Pre-registration required.
Aloha! We are breaking out the paints, and
maybe a little Hawaiian music, and you get to
design and add color to your very own
wooden surfboard decorations. Brighten up
your bedroom or your desk. Hang it from
your mirror to remind yourself of summer all
year long. Gift it to a friend! Whatever you
decide to do with it, it will be a blast to
create! We need your creativity! Join us!
Surfboard decorations are 9” tall. Program is
limited to 24 individuals. Sign up early!
TEEN ADVISORY BOARDMonday, July 26, 7:00 pmLet your voice be heard! We want your great
ideas! Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at
the Huntington Woods Library. The TAB is
open to teens 12-18 years who want to make
a difference. Teens will advise the Youth
Services Librarian on future teen programs,
item selections, and services. Meetings will
take place about four times a year. Bring
yourself, your friends and your suggestions.
Snacks will be provided.
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Public Works & Library Present:TOUCH A TRUCK 2010Saturday June 5, 2010, 10 am-2 pm
Photo opportunities will abound when
your little trucker has the chance to
sit behind the wheel of a big rig.
Participants will touch, climb on and
ask questions about the vehicles in a
safe, supervised environment.
See page 9 for additional details.
Crafts, demonstrations, refreshments.
Call 248.547-1888 with questions.
Rain date: June 12.
P A G E 8 C H I L D R E N ’ S P R O G R A M S
NATURALIST ENDEAVORS Tuesday, June 29, 1:00 pm and 2:30 pmPre-registration required. Spend the
afternoon with us, but feel like you are taking
a relaxing nature hike!
Portable Pond-A World of Hands-OnDiscovery, 1:00 pmSuggested for children ages 8 and up.
Prepare to get your hands wet but keep your
feet dry! Naturalist Endeavors will bring
samples from multiple ponds and wetlands
right to the library. Wow! Participants will
be encouraged to examine the samples for
creatures both BIG and small and will learn
the importance of Michigan wetlands. What
will you be able to find? This is a very active
hands-on program and is limited to 25
participants. Sign up early to reserve
your space!
Frogs Hop and Turtles Plop!Suggested for ages 2 years and up.
You’ve probably seen
them, a frog hopping
across the grass or a
turtle sunning itself on a
warm rock. However,
have you ever wondered
exactly why frogs hop or
why turtles plop? Find out the answers to
these questions and more as Naturalist
Endeavors brings a wide range of reptiles and
amphibians to the library. This is a great way
to “visit” ponds, lakes and rivers without
leaving the city. LIVE animals will be shown!
There is no space limit for this presentation.
Bring your friends!
FAMILY BOARD GAME NIGHTTuesday, July 6, 6:30 - 8:30 pmSuggested for the ENTIRE family!
Spend the night shouting, “You sunk my battle
ship!” or “Connect Four!” Fun for the whole
family! Bring your own board game or play
one of ours. Challenge your own family
members or sit with another family and
challenge them! Drop-in and drop-out as
you please throughout this two hour
program. Bring your game face and be
prepared to show off your skills. Snacks will
be provided. Pre-registration NOT required.
A CURIOUS GLIMPSE OFMICHIGANFriday, July 16, 11:00 amSuggested for grades K and up.
Join Michigan author and Grand Rapids
native, Kevin Kammeraad, for an afternoon
filled with all sorts of Michigan fun! The
program, based on his popular children’s
book, features Michigan’s state symbols, fun
facts, interesting history and more –
presented through poetry, music, puppetry
and fun. Help Kevin celebrate our Great
Lakes state, have a blast and even learn a
little something, too! Pre-registration
requested.
PENGUIN DAY!Tuesday, July 22, 12:00 pmSuggested for ages 2 and up. Pre-registration
requested.
Why wait for a sunny
day? Have a picnic at the
library! Bring a blanket
and your picnic basket,
filled with yummy food,
and join us for a special
viewing of the movie,
“Happy Feet.” Come
early and stay late! We
will also offer an exciting penguin-themed
craft to make and take home. We will
provide the perfect penguin treat, Goldfish
crackers, and juice. Spend the afternoon
with our black and white colored friends.
We will save you a seat!
CRUISE AROUND THE WORLDSTORY TIMEWednesday, August 4, 7:00 pmSuggested for children ages birth and up.
Pre-registration requested.
Bon Voyage! Hop on board and join Miss
Beth for a special story time filled with tales
from around the globe! Wear your best
cruise wear (hula shirts, Hawaiian shirts,
bathing suits, etc.) and be prepared for fun.
Let the library take you on a journey filled
with songs, movement, flannel board stories
and, of course, books. Light snack provided.
chi ldren’s stor y t imeschi ldren’s stor y t imesPre-registration is required for Children’s Storytime.
Call 248.543-9720 beginning June 7. Registration is limited.
READ TO ME STORY TIMETuesdays, 1:30 pm, June 22 - August 10A story time especially for children who are 3 ½ to 5 years, with a parent or caregiver. This
fun story time includes weekly themes, books, flannel board stories, music and movement,
and a simple make-it or take-it craft.
PAJAMA TIME FAMILY STORY TIMEWednesdays, 7:15 PM, June 23 - August 11An evening story time for children ages birth to 5 year, with a parent
or caregiver, that features books, music, movement, flannel board
stories, and lots of FUN! Bring the entire family. Don’t forget to wear
your pajamas!
LAP SIT STORY TIMEThursdays, June 24 - August 12, 10:30 am For children ages birth to 3 ½, with a parent or caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, finger plays,
and music. This is a wonderful way for adults and children to meet new people, enjoy literary
enrichment, and have fun!
Please arrive on time for Children’s Programs. It is very distracting for the children and the librarian when others arrive after the
program has started. The story time room door will close when the librarian is readyto begin. Please be considerate. Thank you for your cooperation.
READING PROGRAM FINALE!FIDDLERS RESTRUNGFriday, August 6, 2:00 pmSuggested for ALL ages! Pre-registration
requested.
Let them eat cake…and listen to fiddle music!
In our opinion, there is no better way to
wrap up an amazing and successful Summer
Reading Program. Join Fiddler’s Restrung at
the Huntington Woods Library for an
afternoon of toe-tapping, hand-clapping, get-
up-and-dance fiddle music. Comprised
entirely of dedicated Saline High School
students, this unique group tours nationally
each summer and makes a point to engage
their audiences through a diverse range of
fiddle music including, American Bluegrass,
Celtic fiddle, popular folk, Appalachian Step-
dancing, Progressive Acoustic and much more!
Recognized by the Washtenaw County Board
of Commissioners for their commitment to
Michigan Public Libraries, Fiddlers Restrung
also donates a third of their yearly schedule
to community service events. Don’t miss
your chance to see this remarkable group live
and in person. Bring your dancing shoes and
your sweet tooth. A celebratory cake and
punch will be served immediately following
the performance.
SIDEWALKSHomeowners are responsible for the care and
maintenance of the sidewalks adjacent to
their property.
Summer is a time for walkers and tricycles.
Please keep sidewalks free of debris and clear
of overhanging limbs from trees or shrubs.
Anyone with bushes that encroach on the
sidewalk must keep them trimmed back
beyond the walk.
CITY TRUCKS FOR RENTAvailable May 22 - September 18Dump trucks are available for city residents
to rent subject to availability. Trucks can be
rented overnight during the week or over the
weekend. Call 248.547-1888 for additional
information.
ADOPT-A-GARDEN IN FULL BLOOMIf you have a green thumb or want to develop
RAIN WATER IN THE STREETSCatch basin covers are designed
to slow the release of rain into
the storm sewer system. As a
result, streets may become
temporarily flooded. The goal is
to keep storm water flowing
gradually into the system and
not into basements. 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. DPS workers will also clear away
debris as needed.
CLEAR OUTSIDE READINGDEVICE FOR WATER METERPLEASE clear the area away from your
outside water meter reading device.
This is linked to your inside water meter and
allows the city to read your meter outside.
It’s a black box-like thing on the side of
your house. If you can’t get at it easily,
neither can we.
COMPOST AVAILABLECompost is available throughout the summer
and early fall. It is in the City Hall parking lot
near the shuffle board area. Remember to
bring a container, shovel provided. A screen is
available to sift the compost if desired.
Huntington Woods Public Works and Huntington Woods Library
TOUCH-A-TRUCK 2010Saturday June 5, 2010, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
12795 11 Mile Rd. (DPW YARD)
There will be plenty of fun for the entire family at the Touch-a-Truck 2010.
Photo opportunities will abound when your little trucker has the chance to sit
behind the wheel of some of these big rigs. The wide range of vehicles at this event makes it
appealing both to the young and the young at heart!
Children (and kids at heart) will be allowed to touch, climb on and ask questions about
the vehicles in a safe, supervised environment. Accompanying personnel will teach
children about the equipment displayed and how these machines help in our community.
The Touch-a-Truck event provides families the opportunity to learn about and
explore trucks and construction vehicles.
The first 500 participants will receive a plastic hard hat!
Climb, explore and discover your favorite things on wheels.
Check out a sample of highlights and activities:
construction equipment; vactor;
sweeper; children's crafts and demonstrations
Lots of great refreshments will be available.
RAIN DATE: Saturday, June 12
MOSQUITO CONTROLWhat Homeowners Should Know AboutControlling Mosquitoes & West Nile VirusSince mosquitoes require water to become
adults, the best thing you can do is eliminate
standing water around your home.
For more information, check out the
Huntington Woods website with links to
other sites. To report dead crows or blue
jays, contact Oakland County Health
Division’s Information line at 877.377-3641
or check their website at
www.co.oakland.mi.us/health.
REMEMBER, West Nile Virus is cause for
concern, not panic.
RECYCLABLES, YARD WASTE AND TRASH COLLECTION INFORMATION• Holiday Collection: the week of Memorial Day, collection will be Wednesday, May 28. Collection
will remain Tuesday, following July 4th.
• Collection begins at 7:00 am sharp. Put at the curb no earlier than 4:00 pm Monday night and
no later than 7:00 am on Tuesday. Empty containers must be removed by midnight of collection
day. If not removed, a violation may be issued.
• DO NOT PUT BAGS, CONTAINERS OR BINS IN THE STREET.
• Containers may not exceed 35 gallon capacity or weigh over 60 lbs (50 lbs. for yard waste).
• Separate your recyclables, cardboard and yard waste from your trash.
• Please remember that trash receptacles and recycle bins should be stored behind the back wall
of your home.
• Prevent your trash from “flying” by placing it in a can with a tight lid.
SOLID WASTE/TRASH: LIST OF THE NON-RECYCLABLESTrash should be less than 25% of what leaves your home; 75% is recyclable!• food waste and items with gunk on them
• dirty paper plates and cups, napkins, paper towels & tissues (other tearable paper is recyclable)
• plastic caps from juice and water bottles
• ceramics, coffee cups, plates
• mirrors, window glass or light bulbs. Fluorescent bulbs have mercury. Please take to the
SOCRRA HHW area. The small CFL bulbs are also accepted at DPW.
• Broken Glass - Wrap in heavy paper or cloth. Put with regular trash NOT in recycling bin.
• Large items such as sofas, mattresses and household furniture. Try calling the Oakland County
Furniture Bank first at 248.332-1300 or online at www.furniture-bank.org.
• Carpeting, Padding and Wood. These must be folded or cut no more than 3’ feet in length and
tied in secure bundles not exceeding 60 lbs. Remove or pound down nails.
EXCLUDED MATERIALSThe City does not accept the following items: Contractor's materials, tires, motor oil, gasoline,
bricks, concrete, stone, dirt, sod, tree stumps. 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 drop-off
acceptable materials at the transfer station. THESE ITEMS MAY NOT BE DISPOSED OF IN THE
DPW YARD.
socrra.orgsocrra.orgfor more info, or pick up a flyer at the DPW office.
SCRAP METAL DROP OFF CONTINUESIn a continuing effort to divert metal from the waste stream and out of the hands of scavengers,
the Scrap Metal container remains in the yard throughout the year. As always, small metal items
that fit in your recycling bin, put them in! Larger items can be put at the curb for bulk pickup.
Metal recycled through our Scrap Metal Drive brings a higher return to the City (which goes
directly into Recycling Education), metal that goes to SOCRRA also benefits us.
Remember, don’t strain your back. If you bring something that is too bulky for you to get
into the dumpster, set it down and we’ll do it for you.
The yard will be open for drop off weekdays from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
The yard is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Do the right thing, pitch in.
HEALTHY LAWNS & GARDENSRemember to mow grass high: leave 3" on the grass blade after cutting. Clips falling back into the
lawn can reduce your need for fertilizer by 30% or more. This saves time and money. Tall grass
shades out many annual weed seeds. Water lightly and frequently: a 15 - 20 minute daily watering
during dry weather is usually sufficient. Light, frequent watering reduces stress on the grass,
thereby reducing the potential for disease and insect damage. If you use a private lawn service, ask
them to follow healthy lawn practices! Healthy Lawn Care Tips fliers are available in city buildings
or on the Huntington Woods website www.ci.huntington-woods.mi.us .
YARD WASTE COLLECTIONYard waste should be put at the curb in a can
with a yard waste sticker, available free at City
Hall or Public Works, or in a brown (Kraft)
yard waste bag. The price at DPW or City
Hall is $2 for 5 bags.
While we do have extended yard waste
collection, we continue to encourage
residents to compost their flower cuttings and
grass clippings and let the clips fall. For the
expanded list of items, including vegetable
scraps from your kitchen,
logs and clean lumber,
check the SOCRRA web
site: www.socrra.org .
TREESCHIPPING willcontinue on Mondays 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 someone to do the work.
BRANCHES OR BUSHES WITH THE ROOT ATTACHED WILL NOT BE CHIPPED
Branch roots and fireplace logs will be
collected on Tuesdays with yard waste. The
following material is definitely yard waste and
will NOT be chipped or placed in the trash:
Sticks and twigs shorter than 4' long and
smaller than 2” in diameter. These should be
placed in yard waste bags or cans with yard
waste stickers for Tuesday collection.
Branches over 6" in diameter cannot be
chipped, collected as yard waste or placed in
the trash. You must make your own
arrangements to dispose of large limbs.
Remember ash wood must be disposed of
properly.
EMERALD ASH BORER ALERTHuntington Woods remains ground zero for
the Emerald Ash Borer. We must continue
due diligence with the disposal and transport
of ash wood.
t r e e s / y a r d
Shout out to the Tree Advisory Board and the HW Men’s Club for
spear-heading the Clean the Parks Day on May 2, 2010!
D P S , 2 4 8 . 5 4 7 - 1 8 8 8 P A G E 1 1
focus on recyclingONCE YOU DO IT - THERE’S NOTHING TO IT!Use your bin whenever you put items out for
recycling, including fiber items such as bags of
newspapers and magazines. This helps the
recycling driver SPOT your recycling. Place
cardboard and other recyclables in or near
recycling bin before 7:00 am on your recycling
day. Make the first cut towards becoming a
Recycler of the Month, set your recycling
bin(s) and cardboard at least 5' away from
your trash.
Use the summer to divert more trash. Don’t
turn the clock back. Keep recycling MORE.
It’s good for the environment and has a direct
impact on the City’s cost of solid waste
handling, processing and disposal. Recyclables
are CASH AT THE CURB for HW. Material
collected at the curb is ALL processed by
SOCRRA which sells the recyclables and pays
HW $30/ton or charges HW $26/ton to
throw it away. You do the math. Remember,
we pay for everybody’s trash and we benefit
from everybody’s recyclables. Once you do it,
there’s nothing to it! Remember that
recycling is an easy way to start being green.
For the most up-to-date recycling information
log onto the HW website at
www.ci.huntington-woods.mi.us and go to
Public Works to link to the SOCRRA
Resident web pages or go there directly at
www.socrra.org/srr.htm. For timely tips, sign
up for SOCRRA’s monthly recycling
e-newsletter.
WE STILL NEED YOUR HELPEven though scavenging has declined
dramatically due to sagging prices, be on the
look out for scavengers taking recyclables
from in front of your home, in particular
newspapers and metal. Taking recyclables is
against the law in Huntington Woods and
costs the City (that’s YOU) money. If you see
someone taking recyclables call Public Safety
at 248 541-1180 immediately. Try to get a
license plate number and fill out the
scavenging report on the SOCRRA web site.
The link is on the SOCRRA home page.
BECOME A RECYCLER-OF-THE-MONTH: Recycling Continues to Pay in 2010Once each month, Environmental Advisory
Committee members scours the City
searching for the "perfect" recycler.
Committee members are looking for full bins
with a variety of recyclables prepared
properly according to SOCRRA guidelines.
You can make the first cut by being sure that
your recycle bin, garbage and cardboard are
set apart at least 5' from each other. If you
can touch them both, they're TOO close
together! Our winners are recognized by the
City Commission for their recycling efforts;
given a new, spiffy red recycling bin; a cash
award provided by the Huntington Woods
Men's Club and the thanks of the community
for a job well done.
NEED HELP ORGANIZING YOURRECYCLABLES? Volunteers are available to make suggestions
to improve your in-home recycling. They
have tips on ways to make recycling at home
easier than throwing things away!
Do you need help organizing your recyclables
inside your home? Inside recycling bins are
available, at cost, from DPW. When a
volunteer comes to help you start or
improve your recycling, you will get your first
inside bin FREE. Remember that most of
your current waste paper baskets can
become indoor recycling bins. If you need a
recycling sticker as a reminder, stop by or
request one from DPW today.
RECYCLING AND WASTE NOTEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESWant to know more about recycling? Check
the SOCRRA website for Recycling 101
workshops offered several times a year.
These FREE programs offered here and in
neighboring SOCRRA communities include an
informational binder with answers to
frequently asked questions. Look for other
Waste Not programs in the fall newsletter
offered by the Environmental Advisory
Committee.
SOCRRA Recycling Facility/Drop-offCenter: 995 Coolidge, Royal Oak248.288-5153.
SOCRRA Drop-off on Coolidge takes:- All acceptable curbside recyclables
- Unflattened, unbundled cardboard
- Automotive batteries
- Hardcover books
- Plastic bags
- CDs, tapes, cases (drop off also available at
City Hall and Library)
- 3½” floppy disks (also drop off at DPW)
For additional information, check out
SOCRRA.ORG, with easy access from the
Public Works page on the HW website.
HOUSEHOLDHAZMET & ELECTRONICSPlease make an appointment
(248.288-5153) to drop off
household hazardous waste
like paint, garden chemicals,
automotive fluids, oil, household cleaners,
solvents, insulin syringes (in a metal
container), fluorescent light bulbs including
the new compact fluorescent bulbs and
electronics. Remember ALL medications are
hazardous waste and should go to SOCRRA
mixed in a clear plastic bag. Keep medicines
out of our water system and landfills.
BULK METAL RECYCLABLESIncludes all metal larger than your binMetal items include your appliances
(refrigerator, stove and hot water tank), as
well as all metal items that will not fit in your
bin. Please separate these items from your
trash containers and recycling bins. Gutters
and pipes should be placed at the curb for
recycling, as well. Please bend gutters for
easier handling. If you prefer, you may take
these items to the Citywide Scrap Metal
Collection container in the Public Works
yard or hold for fall pickup. Remember,
metal collected through our Scrap Metal
Drive directly benefits our recycling
education programs.
LATEX PAINTDry out or absorb small amounts of latex
paint with sand or kitty litter or stop by
Public Works for an additive which hardens
paint. Dispose of dried paint with your
regular trash. Place empty dried cans with
lids off with your recycling. To dispose of full
or partial cans of paint, solvents or thinners,
call SOCCRA at 248.288-5153 for an
appointment time. There is a video on the
SOCRRA website (www.socrra.org) detailing
proper disposal.
Need Additional Recycling Bins? With even more new material to recycle, you may need another recycling bin!
Stop by Public Works to pick up another bin, at no charge to residents.
For convenience and ease at the curb, use one bin for all types of paper stuff (fiber) and one
for everything else. Since the truck is dual stream, your separation will ensure driver efficiency.
You don’t need two bins, but it helps to separate fiber by placing it in a paper bag, a
see-through plastic bag or use a cardboard box stuffed with all your paper items.
WANT A RED ONE? (And who DOESN’T?)Sorry, red bins are ONLY available to Recyclers of the Month!
H U N T I N G T O N W O O D S J U L Y 4 T H
American Cycle and F i tness
Bagger Dave’s
Char ley ’s Ba l lpark Mustard
Dair y Queen, Berkley
Dol l Hospita l and Toy Sold ier Shop
Fami ly Video
Four Seasons Garden Center
Garden Centra l
Hol iday Market
Luv Al l Tennis
McDonald ’s on 11 Mi le
Thri f ty F lowers
Trader Joe’s
Uncle Andy’s P izza
Westborn Market
Zumba Mexican Gri l le
Laying out the GreenThe donors listed have given unselfishly to assure a great July 4th celebration.
Please help us thank them with your patronage.
Tuesday, June 29Good 2 B Green CHALK ART CONTEST*Beginning at 3:30 pm, to be completed by8:00 pm around Scotia ParkAges Divisions: Entering 2nd grade and
under; Entering 3rd - 5th grade; Middle/High
school and Adult. Entrants must submit a
drawing (this could be a picture from a book,
web . . does not have to be their own
drawing) that they replicate on the sidewalk
with entry, using the theme: It’s Good to beGreen. Pictures will be laminated and
posted next to a 4’ x 4’ sidewalk square
adjoining Scotia Park.
BYOC (bring your own chalk, pastels also
permitted). Artists will duplicate their
inspiration during the Concert in the Park, no
later than 8 pm, when judges will award
winners in each division. Sponsored by
Zumba Mexican Grille.
#100000-04 Pre-registration with drawing
required by June 28.
Lil Green ApplesBABY PARADE*6:00 - 6:45 pm in Scotia ParkAges 9 months-24 months (as of July 4, 2010)
Come meet your neighbors with children the
same age as your own. Children will play with
our famous Lots for Tots toys. Door prizes,
including two winners to ride in the Parade.
Contact Lisa Anderson with questions,
248-541-3030.
#100000-02 Pre-register by June 28 at the
Rec Center.
The Green RoomCONCERT IN THE PARK: SCOTT GWINELL JAZZ DECTET7:15 pm, Scotia Park Comprised of some of the best
musicians in the metro-area, this
“Little Big Band” specializes in
dance music of all styles.
Bring a blanket or chair. Picnic
dinners also welcome!
Wednesday, June 30Fried Green Tomatoes POTLUCK @ HASSIG PARK** Noon - 2:00 pm in Gordon Hassig Park
Adults 55+ only, please. We’ll supply the main
course and you bring a delicious potluck item
for our annual Fourth of July picnic. Cards,
shuffleboard, prizes and surprises are in store.
So plan to come and have fun!
#100000-06 Cost: $4; please pre-register
by June 26
Green, Green Grass of HomeHISTORIC HOME BICYCLE TOUR**Brought to you by the Historic District CommitteeMeet at 6:00 pm at the Recreation Center
Ride at a leisurely pace to view 6 homes and
learn a little about the history and
architecture. Handouts will be provided,
Led by R Lebow, . Adults only, please.
#100000-06 Pre-registration appreciated,
so that we may have a hand-out for you!
Huntington Woods Parks & Recreation
July 4th Celebration2010 PARADE & CELEBRATION THEME: IT’S GOOD TO BE GREEN
The July 4th Celebration in Huntington Woods began nearly 40 years ago as a way for friends and neighbors to get together over the holiday week.
Please note that certain July 4th events and activities are limited to Huntington Woods residents or Huntington Woods residents and theirguests. Please see each individual event for participation requirements. Also, please note, some activities require pre-registration.
Thursday, July 1Grass is Greener BARK ART & EXPO 3:00 - 8:15 pm in Scotia ParkFine art and
craft fair
featuring unique
and high end
pet-related
products and
services. Bring
your (leashed)
pet to Scotia Park and enjoy this one-of-a-
kind festivals.
Co-sponsored by Oakland County
Parks & Recreation.
THE PET PAGEANT*7:00 – 8:30 pm, Scotia Park#100000-01 Bring your family pet (dog, cat,
bird, guinea pig, turtle, etc.) because all pets
are welcome. Tricks are not a requirement
but sure are fun to see. Costumes welcome!
Prizes for all entries – everyone’s a winner!
*Pre-register at the Recreation Center by
Tuesday, June 29.
Friday, July 2Go Green!FAMILY NIGHT**Friday, July 2, 6:30 – 8:15 in the Recparking lotBBQ dinner ($5 for rib, chicken or hot dog
meal), moonwalks, Arts & Scraps, live music by
The Mydols and the latest in green
transportation: segways! Segways will be
available for test drives at only $5, limited to
approximately 50 people, BYO Helmet (some
to borrow), 16 years and older.
Many costs underwritten by the Huntington
Woods Men’s Club.
H U N T I N G T O N W O O D S J U L Y 4 T H
Saturday, July 3I Do Not Like Green Eggs & HamCITY-WIDE PANCAKE BREAKFAST 9:00 - 10:30 am, Recreation Center gymALL AGES! Join your neighbors for a
delicious pancake breakfast and then head
over to the pool to watch Float-a-Boat! Pay
at the door: Cost: $6 for adults $4 children
12 years and under.
Green in the GillsFLOAT-A-BOAT COMPETITION*11:30 am - 12:30 pm at the HWAC#100000-03 Make a boat to hold one or
more persons. All boats must be made out of
cardboard, plastic containers and duct tape.
Creativity a must! Cardboard boxes without
tape will not be allowed in the pool. Awards
will be given for categories including: fastest
25m (1 person and 1+ persons), most
durable, most creative, fastest to fall apart,
Titanic award and more. Everyone is a
winner!
This is a great group or family project.
Participants must be able to swim. Boats will
be divided into categories for race purposes.
Chairperson: Aquatic Club Staff,
248.541-7700. * Pre-register by June 28 at
the Recreation Center.
Green CardBIKE DECORATING & SAFETY INSPECTION*6:00 – 7:15 pm, Recreation CenterBring your bike, scooter, skateboard or
stroller to the Recreation Center and
decorate your ‘ride’ for the big parade!
Crepe paper, tape and small decorations
provided. Participants can also bring
additional decorations to help you stand out
in the crowd!
Tires need air? Is your seat too high or too
low? Do your handlebars move? Bicycle
safety inspections (brakes, seat height, etc.)
also available. Register your bicycle and
receive a FREE bicycle license courtesy of
H.W. Public Safety. Pre-registration requested
by July 1.
On parade day, meet at the Chase Bank
parking lot on Woodward with your
decorated bike and helmet at 9:40 am to ride
in the parade. Anyone riding in the parade
must turn in a signed permission card prior
to the parade. Permission card will be
available at the Bike Decorating event.
How Green was My VolleyMIXED-UP DOUBLES TENNIS** Sponsored by Luv All Tennis & Uncle Andy’s Pizza7:00 - 9:30 pm at the Recreation Courts#100000-00 Individuals 18 years+ welcome!
This evening of tennis will be
a real ‘hit’ for both novice &
experienced players. All
players will rotate partners
on the court throughout the
evening which guarantees a
lot of fun. Center Courts
Cost: $10/person (snacks &
tennis balls included). Space limited to 16
players – register early.
Sunday, July 4Ho, ho, ho! Green Giant :)OLD FASHIONED BAKE-OFF*9:00 - 10:00 am in Scotia ParkBakers of all ages are encouraged to enter
this culinary contest. Awards will be given in
different age categories. Entries may include
breads, muffins, pastries, cookies, pies and
cakes. No pre-registration required. Bring
your entry to Scotia Park between 9:00 -
10:00 am. All recipes must be submitted
with your entry.
Please pick up plates/pans by noon at Scotia
Park, after that, they will be at the Recreation
Center for one week. Any questions, call
Chairman Rick Tripp, 248.399-8150.
It s Good to be Green 39TH ANNUAL JULY 4TH PARADE10:00 am beginning at Salem/York Rain or Shine! The famous parade boasts half
Swim lessons begin Monday, June 21. Specialty swim classes are six weeks unlessotherwise noted (*). Age requirements for classes are as of June 21, 2010. Allregistration is on a first-come, first-served basis. See back page for registrationinformation.
If severe weather conditions exist, the Aquatics Club may close temporarily foryour safety. We will make every attempt to re-open as soon as weather conditionsallow. In the event of inclement weather or an unexpected closing, swim classeswill not be rescheduled or refunded. (exception: evening swim classes will berescheduled) Please call the pool office at 248.541-7700 to confirm classcancellation. An indoor aquatics safety day will be held for last minute classcancellations.
PARENT/CHILDBuilds basic water safety skills for both parents and children to help infants and young children
become comfortable in the water. Gaining this skill will ready and engage children to learn how
to swim. These basic skills include adjusting to the water environment, showing comfort while
maintaining a front or back position in the water, demonstrating breath control, blowing bubbles,
and voluntarily submerging under water. Adult participation required.
Introduce your child to the water. Participating adults will learn holding positions, cues, safety
skills and emergency prevention. Games, songs & activities will be used.
Cost: $47/6 weeks (6/28 - 8/9 – no class 6/21 & 7/12)
TADPOLES II (Parent & Tot 18 - 36 mos)#100110-01 Wed., 5:30 - 6:00 pm
#100110-02 Wed., 6:15 - 6:45 pm
This class is an extension of the Tadpoles I class. Builds basic water safety skills for both parents
and children, helping toddlers and young children become comfortable in the water.
Cost: $47/6 weeks
PRESCHOOL (3 - 5 YEARS): STARFISHRuns: June 28 - August 9 (no class 6/21 & 7/12)For children who are ready to participate in lessons on their own
with a teacher rather than a parent in the water. Teaches swimming
skills including basic arm and leg movement, floating, and water safety.
Gives young children a positive, independent, developmentally appropriate aquatic learning
experience that emphasizes water safety and survival concepts. Skills are
age-appropriate, helping participants achieve success on a regular basis.
#100112-01 Mon., 6:15 - 6:45 pm $47/6 weeks
#100112-02 Mon., 7:00 - 7:30 pm $47/6 weeks
#100112-03 Wed., 7:00 - 7:30 pm $47/6 weeks
TROPICAL STORM: PRE-SWIM TEAMInstructor: Hurricane Swim Coaches and Senior Swimmers
Ages: 5+ years who are eligible for Level 4 classes (see Learn to Swim class descriptions)
#100310-00 Mon. - Thurs., 11:30 am - noon $80/4 weeks
Runs: June 21 - July 15 with a mini-meet held on the last day of class. Does your child love swimming but is not quite ready for the full swim team commitment?
Participants will work on stroke improvement, endurance, and the fundamentals involved in swim
team participation. This is not a Learn to Swim Class. Participants must be able to swim at least
one length of the pool, unassisted. Swimmers will be tested on the first day of class. Anyone not
meeting the skill level requirements will be removed from the program.
DRIVING MISS DAISY STARRINGMICHAEL LEARNED AT SARNIA’S STARBRIGHT FESTIVALTuesday, August 10, 12:15 – 6:30 pmMichael Learned, Ma from The Walton’s TV
fame, stars as Daisy Werthan, an independent
and aging widow. Daisy reluctantly
relinquishes her driving to Hoke, a soft-
spoken black man. Their business relationship
grows, changing both, into an unlikely
friendship. Please sign up by 7/23/10.
#130210-00 Cost: $59 includes
transportation and ticket, dinner on your
own. Please note: A passport or enhanced
driver’s license is necessary for this trip.
DANCE LEGENDSFriday, August 13, ~9:00 am – 8:00 pmWe will board Shoreline Tour’s Motorcoach to
travel to the Huron Country Playhouse in
Grand Bend, Ontario. In Grand Bend, we will
have an included lunch (location TBA).
Following lunch we will be seated in our main
floor seats to see the entertaining show,
Dance Legends. This original Drayton
Entertainment production is brimming with
music, comedy and emotion told through a
variety of dance styles including soft-shoe, tap,
ballet and more. It is a visual spectacle!
Deadline to sign up is 7/12.
#130403-00 Cost: $119 includes
transportation, performance and lunch;
Please Note: A passport or enhanced driver’s
license is necessary for this trip.
MOVIE IN THE PARK @ MKD PARKSat., August 21, begins at dusk, ~ 8:30 pmin Mary Kay Davis Park.Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and snacks.
Relax and enjoy a movie on the big screen.
Movie title TBA. Free! In the event of bad
weather, the movie will be cancelled.
RING OF FIRETuesday, August 24, 9:15 am – 6:15 pmJoin us as we take the Huntington Woods bus
to Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre (Turkeyville!) in
Marshall. We will journey through the life of
Johnny Cash as told by his music. Thirty-eight
songs tell Johnny’s story of love and faith,
struggle and success, rowdiness and
redemption, home and family. Whether you
are a fan of his music, Johnny’s story will bring
back memories and touch your heart. Please
sign up by 8/12/10.
#130420-00 Cost: $44 includes ticket,
transportation and lunch.
HISTORIC HOUSES OF WORSHIP Thursday, September 9, 9:00 am – 3:45 pmDetroit Historical Society guides will board
the our bus in Huntington Woods. As we
travel to the first of four churches we will
tour, the guides will talk about many of the
places we see. Churches may include
Mariner’s, Historic Trinity, and St.
Bonaventure. One of the churches will
provide a delicious, light lunch for our group
along the way. Please sign up by 8/9.
#230000-00 Cost: $49 includes
transportation, tours and lunch;
EVITA in STRATFORDThursday, September 23, 2010, 7:00 am – 11:00 pmJoin us as we travel to Stratford, on this one
day trip, to see the musical, Evita. As
ambitious as she is charismatic, Eva Duarte
rises from poverty in rural Argentina to
become first the mistress and then the wildly
popular wife of President Juan Perón. Blending
the personal with the political, this landmark
of the modern musical theatre paints a
dazzling portrait of a woman who helped
shape history. We will stop for a delicious
buffet dinner at the Elmhurst Inn as we
return. Please sign up by 8/23.
#130116-00 Cost: $136 includes
motorcoach transportation, dinner and
ticket to Evita.
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SUMMER CONCERT SERIESSUMMER CONCERT SERIESAll concerts are free and will be held at Scotia Park on Tuesdays at 7:15 pm unless otherwise noted.
Check out some of the area’s top talent in the comfort of your own backyard!
June 22 50 AMP FUSE Alt Covers June 29 S CO T T GW INE L L DE C T E T Little Big BandSunday July 4 S UN ME S S ENGER S R&B/PartyJuly 6 BUMP RockJuly 13 J E S S E P A L T E R JazzJuly 20 R AGB I RD S Infectious Global GrooveJuly 27 G I A WARNER Singer/Songwriter
Art activities available for children from 7:15 - 8:15 pm. Fee: $1/child Watch for guest artisans running the art this summer for added F-U-N!Civic groups will be selling baked goods and various treats at eachconcert to help raise funds and awareness for their organization.
Dogs are restricted to SE street. No smoking permitted in City parks.Rain location is in the Recreation Center.
WOODWARD DREAM CRUISE FAMILY PARTYWOODWARD DREAM CRUISE FAMILY PARTYFriday, August 20, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
The Woodward Dream Cruise is officially on Saturday, August 21. This is the world's largest one-day celebration of car culture and attracts more than 40,000
muscle cars, street rods, custom, collector and special interest vehicles. In Huntington Woods, we celebrate on Friday night with our neighbors at the
Chase Lot at Woodward and Salem.
To attend the Dream Cruise Family Party, you must register in person andobtain a wristband at the Huntington Woods Recreation Center by August 6.
(Limited to the first 1000). Wristband replacement fee is $5/each. See registration packet issued with wristbands for full details. #110101-00
Yummy treats and activities provided. Hot dogs available (for a nominal fee). Pre-registration required.
CONGRATULATIONS!Huntington Woods Teen Council has a
superstar in their midst. Teen Council
Coordinator, Anthony Nickele, was awarded
top honors at this years Michigan Youth
Symposium. Anthony received the award for
“Outstanding Youth Leader”. Anthony has
been involved in the Teen Council since he
was in 6th grade. Currently, Anthony is a
Junior at BHS. His dedication to the Teen
Council and his leadership have propelled
our Council to become extremely successful.
No one knows Roberts Rules of Order like
Anthony! Congratulations on your much
deserved award. HW knows you’re
great…now the rest of the State of Michigan
knows you’re great too!
HWTC = IS THE PLACE YOU WANNA BEHWTC = IS THE PLACE YOU WANNA BECheck out all we have accomplished in 2009-10…
• Council Coordinator Anthony Nickele named Outstanding Youth Leader of the Year.
• HWTC member Molly Rott was selected to be a member of the Huntington Woods Parks
& Recreation Advisory Board.
• 13 HWTC members attended the Michigan Youth Symposium.
• The HWTC was approached by the Men’s Club to assist at the Auction with computer
work and coat check.
• HWTC member, Jordan Hood was selected to join the Huntington Woods Tree Board.
• HWTC member Max Dubrinsky is serving on the Library Board Committee as a teen
member.
• HWTC held numerous fundraisers for: Michigan Victory Games, Camp Odayin and the
Michigan Youth Symposium.
• HWTC collected mittens, gloves, scarves and socks for an inner city school in Detroit.
• HWTC collected new/gently used books for a school in need in Warren.
• Our average meeting attendance was 40 teens.
• We offered great programs, including: Whirlyball: Progressive Dinner; Lexington Trip and
the Mild Ride.
• Out LIT program has the most participation ever!
• The HWTC planned an entire fundraising program that the entire community benefitted
called “Parents Night Out”.
• Joint programs with Public Safety and HWTC is currently planning a fundraiser with Public
Safety.
This is just a few things that we did this school year. Make sure to thank ourteens when you see them. Because of them, we are able to do so much more and
be so much more. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all you do, HWTC!
Check out our Facebook Fan Page: Huntington Woods Teen Council and become a “liker”
ARE YOU TOO YOUNGTOO YOUNG TOGO ON OUR “SENIOR” TRIPS?
Doubtful! Most day trips aredesigned to have plenty ofinteresting cultural or historicalmerit, limited walking
(unless noted) and tons of fun. Not to mention, they are open toall adults, not just “seniors”.
Trips & ActivitiesCheck out the upcoming special events
beginning on page 20 for many recreational
opportunities. Be sure to also check out the
bi-monthly Leisure Forum available at City
Offices.
• Our Town at the Purple Rose Theater
• Mystery Trip to Ann Arbor
• Garden Tour
• Frank Lloyd Wright House Tour
• Billy Eliot & Chicago
• Heavenly Scent Herb Farm & lunch at
French Laundry
• Wyandotte Art Fair & Diamond Jack Cruise
• Appledore Tall Ships in Bay City
• Lansing Lugnuts
• Tigers vs White Sox
• Driving Miss Daisy at Sarnia’s Starbright
Festival
• Dance Legends
• Ring of Fire
• Stratford & Evita
• Walking Group
Recurring ActivitiesBIKE RIDE WITH YOUR NEIGHBORSWednesdays, 6:00 pm (weatherpermitting). Adults meet at the Center
parking lot with bike and helmet for a 1-2
hour ride paced for the slowest rider in the
group! Led by Harry Denman.
BOOK DISCUSSIONSThird Wednesday of the month, 1:30 pm Held in the lower level of the Library. Check
with Joann for upcoming titles. No charge.
COFFEE KLATCHFirst Thursday of the month at 10:00 am Join us for a stimulating,
informative discussion of the
issues of the day over a cup
of coffee in the Center’s
Holder Lounge.
(No charge.)
At the Huntington Woods Parks and Recreation Department you only have to be55 years or older to participate in most of our Senior Adult Activities!
Joann Serr, Senior Program Coordinator, develops many classes, activities and special events with our residents in mind.
A bi-monthly newsletter, The Leisure Forum, is published to highlight in greaterdetail the offerings and is available at city offices.
Trips and activities are no longer “your thing”? Staff is available to assist you with yourday-to-day needs in order to maintain your quality of life in the City of Huntington
Woods. Feel free to contact us concerning any of the following special services:
BLOOD PRESSUREJoin us on the third Wednesday of each month in the Senior
Lounge of the Recreation Center from 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.
Summer blood pressure dates are June 16, July 21 and August 18.
MONDAY LUNCH BUNCHCome and join your neighbors on Mondays for informative programming and interesting
activities along with a hot meal for only $2.75. Lunch is served in the Knox Room of the
Huntington Woods Library at 12:15 pm, followed by a presenter. Please see the Leisure
Forum for more details. Call to register for lunch and transportation (if needed) by noon on
the preceding Thursday at 248.541-3030.
TRANSPORTATIONResidents 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. Call 248.541-3030 on Monday through Friday between 9:00
am and noon, to schedule a ride.
Let’s Get Moving! Mondays,8:30 am to varied locationsEach Monday for 8 weeks we will board the
Huntington Woods bus, pick up our Oak Park
neighbors, and walk at a different location in
our area. On Mondays we will leave at
approximately 8:30, walk from 9:00 -10:00 am
and return about 10:30 am. Your walking
distance and pace are up to you! Locations
include: Troy Nature Center, Riverwalk,
Drake Sports Park, Hines Park, Fuerst Park
and Belle Isle! Cost to enroll for 8 Monday
walking excursions beginning June 14
(registration required). All adults welcome.
Due to bus scheduling, you must sign up for
all 8 dates.
#130150-00 $40, pre-registration required.
Let’s Get Moving, too!Thursdays in Huntington Woods, 9:00 amEach Thursday, we will meet at the
Huntington Woods Rec Center at 9:00 am
and will walk in our neighborhood. Routes of
varying distances will be provided for you. to
walk on Thursday, just meet at the Recreation
Center at 9:00 am
MAIL-IN/DROP-OFF: Mail-in registration (ordrop off at the Recreation Center front desk)begins as soon as you receive your newsletter.Please use the registration form provided or areasonable facsimile. Select class alternativesshould your first choice be filled. Should any classbe unavailable or cancelled, you will be notified. Ifa class you requested is closed, you will be given ahousehold credit. Hand delivery for registrationforms at the front desk of the Recreation Centerwill be processed along with the mail-inregistrations, and during this time period, will notbe processed while you wait. You must enclose aself-addressed stamped envelope to receive areceipt/confirmation of class.
IN PERSON: In person registration begins onJune 1 and continues until classes are full. Unless otherwise noted as a residents-onlyprogram, non-residents may register for classesbeginning June 7 for an additional $5 fee perclass. Registration for special events is open toresidents only (unless otherwise indicated).
ROYAL OAK SECTION: An annual $40facility fee will be assessed to all Royal Oaksection residents participating in latchkey, FruitCamps and/or the Aquatics Club. A 25%surcharge is also in effect for latchkey and thepool membership. A 10% surcharge is in effectfor camps. All non-residents pay an additional$5/class. These fees are in place to equalize thetax burden borne by Huntington Woods residents.
CLASS REFUND POLICY: All requests forrefunds must be made prior to the secondsession. Participants will be charged for the firstsession. A $5 processing fee will be withheld foreach cancellation. Material fees associated with aclass will not be refunded. Due to the prep workrequired for special one-day programs, refunds willnot be given unless a replacement is found.
CANCELLED CLASSES: The City reserves theright to cancel activities due to insufficientregistration, holidays, vacations and situationsbeyond its control. When Berkley Schools areclosed because of inclement weather, all daytimerecreation classes will also be cancelled. Pleasecall the Recreation Center after 4 p regardingevening classes. Every attempt will be made tomake-up all classes cancelled due to weather.Absences from classes for personal reasons areforfeited.
TRIP CONDUCT: The City of HuntingtonWoods reserves the right to deny participation toindividuals with the inability to care for their ownpersonal needs, to maintain their composure, or
EDITORIAL POLICY: Although the Parks and Recreation Departmentgoes to great lengths to ensure that allinformation contained in this brochure is accurateat the time of printing, errors occasionally occurand last minute changes in programs, classes andactivities – such as dates, times and locations –may be necessary due to circumstances beyondour control. We apologize ahead of timefor any inconvenience and thank you foryour patience and understanding.
RECREATION CLASS/ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM
Mail or deliver your registration to: Huntington Woods Recreation Registration, 26325 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods, MI 48070
to refrain from conduct which may jeopardizethe rights of other members of the group.
LATE DELIVERY: All Huntington WoodsHometown Heralds are mailed at the sametime. For this reason, we cannot takeresponsibility for lost or late delivery. Pleasecontact the Royal Oak post office with anydelivery concerns.
