THE CITY OF AUBURN HILLS
SPRING & SUMMER 2019
spring & summer 2019 · VOLUME 28 FROM THE IN THIS spring & summer MAYOR ISSUE happenings Welcome to our Spring/Summer 03 SPRING & SUMMER HAPPENINGS 28th annual easter egg stop the bleed issue of the Review. As you can hunt & bonnet contest l u e u us see, there is a lot of information s u d l 00 00pm mmuni en er 04 PUBLIC SAFETY 12 00 2 00 pm i i en er p r related to events and programs in Injury can happen in a wide variety of situations including this issue. Children of all ages are invited to hunt for Easter treats, enter accidents or from intentional harm, and in different places, 06 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT the Annual Bonnet Contest, and have their pictures taken with such as your home, workplace, or at an event. This training helps the Easter Bunny! Adults- don't forget to enter the traditional you recognize life-threatening bleeding and learning appropriate We just made it through the Polar "Egg Toss"! $2/child (pay from your car as you enter the park) ways to stop the bleeding. Vortex and while it might not feel 09 PUBLIC LIBRARY like it, spring is just around the state of the city with mad hatter tea party corner. 10 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS mayor kevin mcdaniel 20th annual arbor day s u d d l d l 12 00 pm mmuni en er Don’t miss our 28th annual Easter Egg Hunt and Bonnet 12 CITY CLERK 12 0 pm mmuni en er 2 00 00 pm Contest on April 20, beginning at noon at Civic Center Join us for our 2nd annual Mad Hatter Join the honorable Mayor Kevin McDaniel Join fellow neighbors and City Officials Tea Party! Kids, grab your Moms, Dads, Park! Children of all ages are invited to hunt for Easter 14 FIELDSTONE GOLF COURSE as he presents what happened in 2018 in in celebrating across America on this day Aunts, Uncles, Grandmas, Grandpas and treats, enter the bonnet contest, and have their picture the city, and a peek into 2019. Growth in as we plant a symbolic tree in recognition friends to get your tickets early. You will business, events and more. There will be of our 20th Annual Arbor Day. You will taken with the Easter Bunny. Our 20th annual Arbor Day will enjoy tea, brunch, treats, a craft, and 16 PARKS & RECREATION an opportunity to ask questions afterwards. also receive valuable information on how entertainment. All proceeds from this be celebrated on April 26. Join fellow neighbors and City to properly care for trees. event benefit the Senior Services Lawn Officials in celebrating by planting a symbolic tree. Check Programs and the Teen Council 26 SENIOR SERVICES our website for information at www.auburnhills.org Community Garden.
36 OUR LEADERS & DIRECTORY Are you looking to get more involved within Auburn Hills? semi- annual american 11th annual paddlepalooza 16th annual red cross blood drive The City provides opportunities for citizens to serve the s u d u e river day fishing derby community through a variety of boards and commissions. hu sd 8 00 m ri ersi e p r s u d u e 1 00 00 pm mmuni en er 0 m ri ersi e p r Board and Commission members are tasked with The 11th annual Paddlepalooza kayak & Donating blood can save a life! Through researching and reviewing items such as city programs, road canoe race, and river event is co-sponsored The 16th Annual River Day Fishing Derby your generosity, someone’s life will be with the City of Rochester Hills. The event offers youths 16 & under a chance to fish projects and planning and zoning projects. A citizen’s point changed and there is no better feeling will take place on an 8-mile stretch of the and participate in this free annual contest of view provides valuable insight into the operations of the than knowing you helped someone. All Clinton River, beginning at Riverside Park on the banks of the Clinton River at it will cost you is an hour or so of your City and Council’s decision-making process. in downtown Auburn Hills and ending at Riverside Park. Raffle prizes plus; River time. Schedule your appointment by the Rivercrest Banquet Center at Avon Day t-shirts for all the kids. calling 248-370-9353 or on-line at & Livernois. Our elected officials (City Council) are the governing body www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation. ultimately responsible to the community; however, the advisory role of citizen committees is vital to Auburn Hills’ friday nights success. If you are interested in open positions, please 14th annual summerfest downtown music series national night out contact the Clerk’s Office at 248.370.9402. u e d h s uesd u us 00 10 00 pm & 11 00 m 10 00 pm 00 8 0pm ri ersi e mp i e er 00 8 00 pm mmuni en er n n u urn i s Enjoy some great outdoor music We welcome participation in this year’s Enjoy food, fun, art, live entertainment, performances this summer at the new National Night Out event which is being and more at the 14th annual Summerfest amphitheater! You can bring a lawn chair held at the Auburn Hills Community event June 21-22 in downtown Auburn and/or blanket for the grass to enjoy the Center. This year’s event is focused on Hills. Friday from 4:00PM to 10:00PM performances. Opening night is June 21st strengthening mental health awareness and Saturday from 11:00AM to 10:00PM. at the Summerfest event, then concerts throughout the community and raising Both days are filled with fun for the whole will be held June 28th to August 23rd. crime prevention awareness which is the family! Mark your calendars now and look Refreshments will be available with some true purpose of National Night Out. for details on our website. surprise food and snacks planned too! POLICE DEPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT 1899 N. SQUIRREL ROAD 1899 N. SQUIRREL ROAD PUBLIC AUBURN HILLS 48326 AUBURN HILLS 48326 NON-EMERGENCY DISPATCH NON-EMERGENCY 20th annual city of auburn hills 248-370-9444 248-370-9461
SAFETY POLICE RECORDS FIRE CHIEF 248-370-9460 ELLEN TAYLOR CHIEF OF POLICE arbor day JEFF BAKER celebration stay in friday, april 26 | 2:00 p.m. visit www.auburnhills.org he l for location details sign up for nixle notifications ues i ns e mmuni en er 2 8 0 9 h s le Nixle is a nationwide alert and communication medium that allows emergency services, schools, and organizations to correspond with their community in real-time. Nixle allows for two-way communication through text, email, voice messages, social media, and the Nixle mobile app.
According to the Nixle website, their notification system is trusted by 8 000 agencies, fire and police departments, schools, hospitals, and businesses.
h d e use Our police department uses Nixle to inform our residents about critical situations such as traffic accidents, severe weather, safety hazards, and security threats. Madtea partyHatter e c ec ed a You can receive our Nixle notifications by texting our zip code 48326 888777. a join us for a tea time brunch at the auburn hills community center to benefit
L . . the senior lawn service & teen council a community garden. tickets are $15 ($10 for children under 12).
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2019 questions? call 248-370-9353 PUBLIC SAFETY · PAGE 4 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Do you have extra fertilizer, grass clippings, 1827 N. SQUIRREL RD. | AUBURN HILLS 48326 ONLY RAIN COMMUNITY or dirt on your driveway? Sweep it back PHONE 248-364-6900 onto your lawn. Hosing your driveway sends FAX 248-364-6939 IN THE DRAIN these pollutants into storm drains that lead BUSINESS HOURS DEVELOPMENT Storm drains lead directly to our lakes to our lakes and streams. MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM and streams. Oil, pet waste, leaves, or dirty water from washing your car that enters a storm drain gets into our lakes and streams. Volunteer to label storm drains in your With almost five million people living in neighborhood to inform residents that storm MAINTAIN A SUMMER CAR Southeast Michigan, we all need to be drains flow directly to our lakes and streams. aware of what goes into our storm drains. Encourage citizens to contact their local community for more information on storm HEALTHY LAWN MAINTENANCE Remember, only rain in the drain! storm drain drain stenciling programs. MOW HIGH, RECYCLE CLIPPINGS Washing cars in your driveway can add pollutants to our • Mow at least 3 inches high waterways. Wash water that enters storm drains often contains Here are some simple steps you can take detergents, oil, grease, heavy metals, and dirt. Vehicle fluids • Return clippings to recycle nutrients to help keep pollutants out of storm drains • Sweep or blow clippings from walks and driveways onto the lawn dumped down a storm drain or directly into a waterway and keep our water clean. • Taller grass will discourage weeds and promote deeper roots, can cause serious problems. The amount it takes to fill your Pick up after your pets! Pet waste contains helping the lawn survive droughts automobile’s engine can form an eight acre oil slick in a river. bacteria that are harmful to us and our water. Other vehicle fluids are poisonous to people, fish, and wildlife. To report pollution, call the City of Auburn Leaving it on the sidewalk or lawn means the BE SMART WITH FERTILIZER bacteria will be transported into the storm Hills Community Development Department • Be patient in the spring – wait until May to fertilize WASHING TIPS drains, and then into our lakes and streams. • Don’t fertilize if the ground is frozen or saturated with water • Wash your car at commercial carwashes that use water at 248-364-6900. • Choose lawn fertilizers with low or no phosphorus (the middle efficiently and dispose it properly number) and follow the directions • Remove dirt around wheels first with a wire brush. Collect the • Confirm spreader setting before applying soil with a broom and dispose of it in a manner that will keep it • Don’t fertilize or discharge clippings near lakes, rivers, streams out of storm drains or storm drains • Use non-phosphate biodegradable detergents and mild • Sweep fertilizer granules from walks and driveways onto the lawn soaps, such as vegetable oil-based soaps • Wash your spreader on the grass • Wash one section of the car at a time and rinse it quickly using a pistol grip nozzle with high pressure and low volume WATER REMINDERS MAINTENANCE TIPS • Watering should not produce puddles. Lighter, more frequent • If you change vehicle fluids at home, take the waste fluids to a Perennial watering is best recycling center or an oil change facility • Brown lawns are OK; dormancy is a natural response to drought; • Always use a drip pan under your work and use funnels when however, some water may be necessary in a drought of more e nge transferring fluids than a month • Never mix waste oil with gasoline, solvents or other liquid • Change vehicle fluids in the garage whenever possible For more healthy lawn care tips please visit • If a spill occurs, pour kitty litter, saw dust or cornmeal on spill s ur m 18 2019 MSU Turfgrass Science website at WWW.TURF.MSU.EDU to absorb the liquid. Place the waste material in a strong t e o n t ente plastic bag and dispose of it with your trash 9 00 11 00 m ues i ns Enjoying the summer in your recreation DON’T vehicle? Protect the environment at the same time! Dispose of waste properly; DUMP take all waste to a facility - don’t dump! The facility below accepts RV waste: A&S RV Center Inc. 2375 Opdyke, Auburn Hills
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT · PAGE 6 $10 per load; Call for hours - 248-373-5811 AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY 3400 E. SEYBURN DR. | AUBURN HILLS 48326
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BUSINESS HOURS the beautification advisory commission is proud to present MONDAY - THURSDAY | 10:00AM - 9:00PM LIBRARY FRIDAY - SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 6:00PM beautification FROM THE TEEN DIRECTOR PERLER BEADS OF DREAMS, TUESDAY JULY 8TH 11AM-12PM We invite the residents of Auburn Hills to participate in a The process of lining up tiny beads and melting them with an 2019 awards quick online survey to help us improve the Auburn Hills iron may not sound very exciting, but you’ll be surprised how Public Library so our staff can better serve you. satisfying it really is! Come out and design your own creation then bring it to life using perler beads, patience, and some heat. The Auburn Hills Beautification Advisory Commission invites you Please visit our website ahplibrary.org and click on the survey The possibilities for design are endless, the only real limit is your imagination. to nominate a property worthy of a 2019 Beautification Award. link. This survey will be available March 4th - 25th. You may nominate yourself or a deserving neighbor. YOUTH
Nominations may be submitted in one of two ways: A UNIVERSE OF STORIES 1...2...3 BLAST OFF into the summer with the Auburn Hills Public Library’s Summer Reading Program!! We’ll begin our summer 1. Email the property address and owner’s name (if known) reading program on June 15th with our Star Wars Summer to beautifi[email protected] Reading Kick Off party! Summer reading is open to all ages ART IN THE HILLS: AN AUBURN HILLS and includes awesome prizes and plenty of fun activities for PUBLIC LIBRARY ART SHOW everybody. The reading program will run through July 31st, 2. Clip and mail the nomination form below to: The Auburn Hills Public Library is excited to welcome when we’ll end the program with Dan the Creature Man’s animal City of Auburn Hills - BAC Awards submissions for its first art show. The show will be held July 20th show! Then join us Saturday August 3rd to pick up your prize ATTN: Elizabeth Brennan - August 17th, culminating in a reception and prize ceremony. packets and enjoy our end of summer reading party. While we 1827 N. Squirrel Road Work will be displayed throughout the Library. Artists 18 years or will advertise more programming closer to the summer, here’s a Auburn Hills, MI 48326 older with ties to the Auburn Hills community are encouraged taste of the different events we’ll have going on: to submit. Submissions close July 13th, and space will be awarded on a first-come basis. Winners of both the juried and Mondays will be our family nights, including our Public Safety nominations are due by july 1, 2019 people’s choice competitions will receive prizes. For details, visit Night on June 24th, Baffling Bill on July 15th, and the Michigan ahplibrary.org and click on “Art Show” under the Adults tab. Science Center on July 22nd! We’ll also offer movie nights and astronomy themed programming to fit our summer reading theme. beautification Tuesdays will feature a morning preschool storytime, with a special Touch a Truck event on July 23rd. Events for tweens (grades 5-8) will be Tuesday evenings and will have exciting 2019 awards RBDIGITAL MAGAZINES programs like a theater workshop on June 25th and Painting with Did you know that the Library offers FREE digital magazines? a Pop on July 16th! Browse full digital copies of your favorite magazines in entertainment, news, fashion, technology, travel and more with Wednesdays is all about our Trailblazers, which includes grades name of homeowner (if known) your Library card! eMagazines are displayed in the same format 2-5 and will have plenty of space themed programming, as print magazines but with additional bonus features like video, including an Around the Universe game day and a chance to audio, and hyperlinks. eMagazines are always available, never train to be an astronaut at Space Camp. expire, and can be stored indefinitely. For more information about digital magazines visit us at ahplibrary.org or call Thursdays will focus on our younger participants with a morning address of nominated property 248.370.9466 storytime for ages 0-2 and an evening program for ages 3-5. Be sure to visit the Library to sign up and learn more about our 2019 summer reading program. It’s sure to be out of this world! 11 nnu in n ri er
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT OF 1500 BROWN ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 PHONE 248-391-3777 FAX 248-391-4895 PADD EPA A PUBLIC WORKS EMAIL [email protected] BUSINESS HOURS u urn i s r es er i s MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM s u d u e s FEATURED DIVISION: ri ersi e p r ri er res n ue en er 8 mi e n e & r e MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES en ure ri er p e Facilities Division is made up of two full-time personnel for apprentice. These two maintain over 1,400 parking lots and day-to-day facilities maintenance and management. Facilities downtown street lights and assist with MISS DIG staking. 2 en r ee per pers n n e ren also includes a six person custodial services team, consisting MISS DIG staking is the result of Public Act 53 of 1974 by the n re mmen e r e eginner p er of three full-time and three part-time personnel. In addition Michigan State Legislature for the Protection of Underground r in e une 1 to supporting various initiatives and projects, Facilities is Utilities, which requires the pre-location of underground assets responsible for the maintenance and management of more prior to excavation. questions? call 248-370-9353 or visit than 30 structures. www.auburnhills.org/paddlepalooza The Grounds Division is made up of six full-time personnel. In addition to supporting various initiatives and projects, Grounds is responsible for the maintenance and management of over 460 acres of City lands. That includes all City parks and right-of-way, trees, and irrigation.
As it relates to the scope of services provided, and in addition to directly supporting Facilities and Grounds, the DPW has a full-time master electrician and a full-time electrician
In 2018 we had a relatively busy road construction season, and auburn hills river day 2019 will be much the same. Efforts are already underway to complete the 2018 projects that were delayed because of the heavy equipment operators union lockout. Furthermore, fishing preparation for the 2019 projects has also begun. One of the 2019 projects we are eager to share with you is MDOT’s up- coming $18.5 million investment in Auburn Hills. er In April, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) saturday, june 8 will begin construction on I-75 from Baldwin Road through the M-59 Loop. The work will include maintenance on 21 7:30 - 10:00 am bridges, concrete road repairs, and various asphalt resurfac- riverside park ing. The $18.5 million investment is anticipated to be com- downtown auburn hills pleted in November. questions? call Sign up directions will be provided with the April water bill, as well as through social media and on the City’s website at 248-370-9353 www.auburnhills.org/dpw.
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march 11 march 12 may 31 june 1 board of review board of review deadline to file pre & eligible assessment protests assessment protests commercial, industrial, development property & personal property exemption deadline 9:00am - 12:00pm 2:00 pm - 5:00pm appeals to mtt for summer tax levy 1:00 pm - 4:00pm 6:00 pm - 9:00pm admin conference room admin conference room
july 16 july 31 november 1 december 10 july board of review deadline to file pre & eligible december board residential property development property of review appeals to mtt exemption deadline please 11:00 am for winter tax levy 11:00 am admin conference room admin conference room s l c thank you! city of auburn hills assessing office 1827 n. squirrel road | 248-370-9436
Solicitors going door-to-door selling or taking orders for goods, merchandise, etc must obtain a permit from the City Clerk’s Office. (Not all solicitors are subject to this ordinance. Exempted solicitors include scout troops, CITY religious groups, some charitable organizations, and political groups protected by the U.S. Constitution.) u e CLERK downtown auburn hills As the organizations apply for a soliciting permit, the Clerk’s Office provides them with an approved solicitor d ss u he c badge and a copy of the “Do Not Knock” list. The su e bbq cook off CITY CLERK’S OFFICE 1827 N. SQUIRREL RD. | AUBURN HILLS 48326 organizations are not allowed to solicit to the addresses sidewalk chalk art live music registered on the “Do Not Knock” list. PHONE 248-370-9402 ice cream social
FAX 248-364-6719 teen dodgeball To add your address to the “Do Not Knock” list, visit entertainment BUSINESS HOURS fest classic car show WWW.AUBURNHILLS.ORG/NOKNOCK MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM pet parade cake walk EMAIL Feel free to contact the City Clerk’s Office if you have carnival games [email protected] additional questions. inflatables face painting grandma’s bake shop dance contest arts & crafts fair ues s c ll u u h lls MEMORIAL WEEKEND 2019 FIELDSTONE $39 GOLF SPECIAL JUNIOR GOLF u e s MAY 25, 26 & 27TH WEDNESDAYS 6/19 - 8/7 • 18 Holes, with Golf Cart & Practice Balls • Ages 7-10 may 11 mitten golf tour mittengolftour.com • All reservations after 12:00 PM • 5 - 9 - 18 Hole Divisions may 16 michigan amateur championship qualifier gam.org • Golf play & instruction each week • PGA Instructors may 22 women’s metropolitan golf association womensmetgolf.org PRACTICE FACILITY For more information & online registration, visit: DAILY RATES fieldstonegolfclub.com/junior-golf/jr-golf-registration may 30 mshaa boys golf regionals mhsaa.org Large (100+ balls) $13.00 Small (50 balls) $6.00 june 24 usga junior amateur qualifier usga.org | gam.org SEASONAL PRACTICE MEMBERSHIPS RESIDENT SPRING & FALL july 17-18 callaway & meijer junior player tour juniorgolf.org Membership includes: • Round of Golf GOLF RATES july 22-23 top 50 junior tour top50jrtour.com • 20% off merchandise • 15% off lesson programs MONDAY - THURSDAY july 25 michigan senior publinx golf association mpsga.net Resident $275.00 9 Holes $25.00 Sr. Resident $250.00 18 Holes $40.00 august 4 american junior golf association junior tour qualifier ajga.org Jr. Resident $150.00 FRIDAYS, WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS august 17 michigan publinx golf association mipublinx.com 9 Holes $26.00 18 Holes $42.00 september 8 klga - korean ladies golf association LESSON PROGRAMS SENIORS 55 & OVER RATES september 15 golfweek amateur tour amateurgolftour.net MONDAY - THURSDAY (BEFORE 12:00PM) INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION 9 Holes $15.00 Lesson $70.00 18 Holes $25.00 Five Series $300.00 FRIDAY (BEFORE 11:00AM) SPRING PROMOTION 9 Holes $15.00 FIELDSTONE 3 Lessons for $150 18 Holes $25.00 GROUP LESSONS • All rates include Golf Cart 2 Students 5 Lessons $225.00 ea GOLF COURSE • Reduced Rates for Juniors 3 Students 5 Lessons $175.00 ea • Senior Rates are valid Monday thru Friday mornings, Excluding Holidays. FIELDSTONE GOLF COURSE OF AUBURN HILLS 4 Students 5 Lessons $145.00 ea • Walking permitted at all times but only at a reduced rate – Monday thru 1984 TAYLOR ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 Friday before 11:00 a.m. and after 6 p.m. Weekends after 3 p.m.
PHONE 248-370-9354 FAX 248-370-9432
WWW.FIELDSTONEGOLFCLUB.COM EMAIL [email protected] SEE YOU NEXT SEASON! Arrowhead Grille will reopen for business on April 1, 2019.
BANQUETS & SPECIAL EVENTS Seating capacity of the room is 200+ patrons. Banquets PROFESSIONAL or Special events for the Arrowhead Grille can access all GOLF STAFF menus online via our website. Contact Crank’s Catering directly at 586-247-3800. Gordon Marmion | Host PGA Golf Professional Pete Driscoll | PGA Golf Professional Mark White | PGA Golf Instructor Mike Burrows | Assistant Golf Professional THE DEN 3388 AUBURN ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 DOWNTOWN BUSINESS HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY | 4:00PM - 12:00AM
UNIVERSITY CENTER AUBURN HILLS 3350 AUBURN ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 PHONE NUMBER 248-370-9400
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT HAVING YOUR BUSINESS IN DOWNTOWN AUBURN HILLS? schedule
We asked some of our Merchants about why they love of events being in our Downtown, and here are their answers:
6/1 - PADDLEPALOOZA
6/8 - RIVER DAY FISHING DERBY 6/21 - GRAND OPENING RIVERSIDE JUNE AMPHITHEATER & SPLASH PAD SUMMERFEST - DAY ONE DOWNTOWN We love being part of downtown Auburn 6/22 - SUMMERFEST - DAY TWO “ Hills because we believe we got in on the “ground floor” of what soon will be a 6/28 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC A RN ILLS hot spot of entertainment and amenities. Plus, the city has been so incredibly accommodating, helpful and supportive of our business since we arrived in 2016! 7/12 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC cortney casey, co-founder ” 7/19 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC JULY 7/26 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC
We love being part of the downtown “ because Auburn Hills is a emerging 8/2 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC community with great potential growth 8/9 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC and a welcoming feel to new and old AUGUST 8/16 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC businesses alike. 8/23 - FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC mike larco, owner ” BE FIT! (Ages 13-17) PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT You can stay fit and begin your life-long journey of leading 1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 a healthy lifestyle using our Fitness Room and equipment. PHONE 248-970-9353 Equipment includes treadmills, elliptical machines, multi-sta- OUR CITY PARKS & FAX 248-370-9357 tion strength machine, hand-weights, balance & medicine ball, HOURS OF OPERATION stationary bike and more. Must be signed up by parent or legal MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM guardian. SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 9:00PM RECREATION Location: Community Center Fitness Room #138050 Date: Year Round PARKS Time: Monday –Friday, 8:00AM-8:30PM Saturday, 10:00AM – 8:30PM Fee: Free Resident w/Community Center Card / $100 Regular CIVIC CENTER PARK | 1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD Nature Trails, ball diamond, multi-sport athletic field, nine hole disc golf HOW TO ADULT SERIES (AGES 13-18) course, tennis courts, play structures and swings, covered picnic pavilion, Lean basic “adulting” skills in this multi-part educational series barbeque grills, picnic tables, restrooms. OUR MISSION SCHOLARSHIPS YOUR IDEAS NEEDED brought to you by our Auburn Hills Teen Council. During these To improve the quality of life in Auburn We offer scholarships to Auburn Hills We’re always looking for new recreation Hills by providing quality parks and youth to help with program fees. ideas to offer to our residents. If you have sessions, you will learn a basic overview of the selected topics CLINTON RIVER TRAIL recreation opportunities with a variety Please call with your confidential any suggestions or are considering sharing from trained professionals. All supplies will be provided. Free The trail in Auburn Hills is 2.1 miles in length and runs east-west between your talents with others as an instructor, of year-round programs, special events, inquiry. pizza and pop will be served! Adams and Opdyke. The trail is part of a larger 16-mile trail that connects and facilities for people of all ages and please contact us. abilities. Location: Community Center Wesson Room to the West Bloomfield trail near Sylvan Lake and the Paint Creek trail Fee: Free in Rochester that is part of the developing Great Lake-to-Lake trail. Successful Goal Planning and Time Management Techniques HOW TO REGISTER TEEN PROGRAMS Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM RIVERSIDE PARK | 3311 SQUIRREL COURT TEEN VOLUNTEERS (Ages 13-18) Date: Tuesday, 4/16/19 #211260A Located on the banks of the Clinton River, Amphitheater, plaza, splash ONLINE Self-Defense w/ Master Kirk Rehn Get involved with your community. Learn skills that translate pad, river path, play structure with swings, canoe launch, covered picnic Go to WWW.AUBURNHILLS.ORG, select DEPARTMENTS and in Time: 6:00PM- 7:30PM directly to work experience and earn valuable community service pavilion, barbecue grills, picnic tables, heated restrooms. the drop-down menu, click on PARKS & RECREATION then click Date: Tuesday, 5/21/19 #211260B hours while having fun with our team at special events and Sum- “Register Now!” and follow the quick easy instructions. RIVER WOODS PARK | 300 RIVER WOODS DR. mer Camp! Contact the Community Center to get your applica- CALLING BINGO AT AMERICAN HOUSE Located along the Clinton River, covered picnic pavilion, restrooms, paved MAIL-IN tion to join the fun! Grades 9-12 in fall of 2019. Stuck home for Spring Break? Why not join the Auburn Hills Teen pathway system, play structure with swings and climbers, basketball court, Print the registration form from our website and mail it in with Council at American House and call Bingo for its residents? The TEEN COUNCIL (Ages 13-18) picnic areas with barbecue grills, open spaces. your payment, if needed. Make check or money order payable to: Auburn Hills Teen Council will be traveling to American House Learn leadership skills by designing and planning fun activities, City of Auburn Hills. Mail to Parks & Recreation Department, Stone to call bingo and spend some time getting to know the have access to special events and earn valuable community SKATE PARK | 202 N. SQUIRREL ROAD 1827 N. Squirrel Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326 senior residents of Auburn Hills. Transportation is available. Space service hours. Join the Remind group to get updates by texting Free – Public welcome, unsupervised park for use by skateboarders, inline is limited. @ahteencncl to 81010. Students must be in grades 8 through 12. skaters, and BMX bikes. IN PERSON Location: American House Stone Stop by the Community Center or check out our website for an Register in person at the Community Center during hours of Date: Wednesday, 4/3/2019 DENNIS DEARING JR. MEMORIAL PARK application. Advisor: Jaclyn Corio operation. We accept cash, check, Visa and Mastercard. Time: 2:45PM- 4:00PM #211220 2058 PHILLIPS ROAD Location: Community Center Wesson Room A neighborhood park including a fireman-themed tot-lot, swings, picnic Date: Meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month ESCAPE ROOM (AGES 13-18) tables, open play space. COMMUNITY CENTER CARD during the school year, includes pizza! Spend an hour solving mind-boggling puzzles with your friends Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM in the community! Participants must arrive at Michigan Escape MANITOBA PARK | 4220 MANITOBA ROAD Stop by the Community Center to receive a “Community Cen- Room by 12:45 PM for the explanation of rules. Transportation is 4th ANNUAL DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT (Ages 13-18) Play structure, sand volleyball court, benches, paved play area, ter Card” or renew your current Community Center card. Proof available. Space is limited. If you are interested in transportation, Presented by the Auburn Hills Teen Council. Gather your team open space. of residency required. Cards are renewed annually. Cardholders please contact Jaclyn Corio at [email protected] to reserve of 5 players to compete for the title of Best Dodgeball Team of can participate in a variety of city-sponsored programs, special your spot and receive confirmed departure and arrival times. E. DALE FISK HAWK WOODS NATURE CENTER events and other programs. Your FREE Community Center Card Auburn Hills Summerfest! Prizes for the first place team. Go the 3799 BALD MOUNTAIN ROAD extra mile and stand out by putting together a team “uniform” may be obtained only at the Community Center. Location: Michigan Escape Room, Washington Twp. Groomed nature trails, marsh boardwalk, covered picnic pavilion, two too! Date: Saturday, 5/18/2019 story log cabin lodge, campground with six overnight camping cabins, and Location: Riverside Park Time: 12:45 PM-2:00 PM #211250 heated restroom/shower facility. Date: Friday, 6/21/19 FITNESS OPPORTUNITY Fee: $27 Resident/$27 Regular Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM #311111 Residents of Auburn Hills with a Community Center Card can use Fee: $5.00 per team of 5 the Fitness Room at the Community Center FREE OF CHARGE. Non-resident: Individual $250.00 /Family $400.00 Locker room with showers available. Bring your own lock/shower supplies. PLEASE NOTE: The City of Auburn Hills takes photos at some of our events and programs. By registering for and participating in any Monday- Friday, 8:00AM – 9:00PM and Saturdays, 10:00 AM - City of Auburn Hills sponsored event or activity, you agree to allow the City to utilize these photos for advertising purposes. 9:00PM. Fitness Room check-in no later than 8:30PM. “GRANDPALS” PEN PAL PROGRAM PRE T-BALL (Ages 4-5) The Auburn Hills Teen Council will be partnering with the Senior Designed for young players with little or no experience. Pre T-ball summer c Services Department to pair a teen with a senior pen pal. Teens teaches basic skills including throwing, catching, hitting, and & u p i ns will write one letter to their Pen Pal every other week, asking base running in a clinic format. Instructors teach at an easy-to- Children in grades 1-8 (2019/2020 school year) can experience the great outdoors with a variety of age-appropriate questions and sharing the details of their lives that allow them to learn pace. A baseball glove and tennis shoes/rubber cleats are recreational activities designed to create a lifetime of memories. Activities will include crafts, sports, cooperative get to know their senior companion. Please contact Jaclyn Corio required. Ball cap and numbered jersey are provided. games, gym games, library visits, nature and more! Camp T-shirt provided. Bring a water bottle and nut-free snack at [email protected] if you are interested in being a part of Location: Civic Center Park Ball Diamond (non-refrigerated) each day. See the Before & After Care program and the Lunch Buddies program for details on this program. Date: Saturdays, 6/29/19 – 7/27/19 (No 7/6) #313572 how to make it a full-day at camp! Time: 9:00AM – 9:45AM YOUTH PROGRAMS Fee: $15.00 Resident / $20.00 Regular (4 sessions) d es c u s ldc s e s he es
T-BALL LEAGUE (Ages 6-8) 1s 2n gr e r gr e 8 gr e ATHLETICS This popular program includes Saturday morning games and 20 resi en 20 resi en 20 resi en Monday evening practices. Players learn the basics of throwing, SOCCER LEAGUES (Grades1-6) regu r regu r regu r fielding, hitting and base running in a fun, learning environment. Auburn Hills Parks & Recreation is partnering with Rochester Special “softer” baseballs and batting tees are used. A baseball 6/24 - 6/28 316653A - 9a-12p 316655A- 9a-12p 316653A - 9a-12p ur se s ns Soccer Club for a fun soccer season! League starts on 316654A - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656A - 1:15p - 4:15p 316654A - 1:15p - 4:15p glove and tennis shoes/rubber cleats are required. Ball cap, pants Wednesday, April 10 with skills and drills to help form fair and and custom numbered jersey provided. Volunteer Coaches balanced teams. Weekday practices on Wednesday and Saturday 7/1 - 7/3 316653B - 9a-12p 316655B - 9a-12p 316657B - 9a-12p n ien eg p needed. games starting April 27. We have new shirts this year, if you are No 7/4 or 7/5 316654B - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656B - 1:15p - 4:15p 316658B - 1:15p - 4:15p Location: Civic Center Park Ball Diamond a returning player that only needs a new jersey please contact $12/$46 Date: 6/17/19 – 8/10/19 #312360 Mandy Mullins. Volunteer coaches needed. Time: Varies 7/8 - 7/12 316653C - 9a-12p 316655C - 9a-12p 316657C - 9a-12p nim p ne Location: Civic Center Multi-Sport Athletic Field Fee: $25.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular 316654C - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656C - 1:15p - 4:15p 316658C - 1:15p - 4:15p Date: See above, 04/10/19 – 06/1/19 Divisions: Grades 1st -6th #216680A-F FITNESS 7/15 - 7/19 316653D - 9a-12p 316655D - 9a-12p 316657D - 9a-12p e r r Fee: $65.00 Resident / $75.00 Regular 316654D - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656D - 1:15p - 4:15p 316658D - 1:15p - 4:15p (Returning Player w/uniform) MARTIAL ARTS (Ages 5-15) $100.00 Resident / $110.00 Regular (New Player) Classes will emphasize self-discipline, focus, awareness of one’s 7/22 - 7/26 316653E - 9a-12p 316655E - 9a-12p 316657E - 9a-12p in en rs r s p BEGINNER SOCCER (Ages 4-5) environment, along with studying basic movements and the 316654E - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656E - 1:15p - 4:15p 316658E - 1:15p - 4:15p An introduction to the sport of soccer for boys and girls. Your theory of defending oneself. Instructor: Master Kirk Rehn 7/29 - 8/2 316653F - 9a-12p 316655F - 9a-12p 316657F - 9a-12p i r s ee child will learn basic soccer techniques while improving their Location: Community Center 316654F - 1:15p - 4:15p 316656F - 1:15p - 4:15p 316658F 1:15p - 4:15p social skills, their ability to follow directions, and their teamwork skills. Must wear shin guards. SPRING Location: Civic Center Park Multi-Sport Athletic Field Fee: $40.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular (10 sessions) e re & er re un u ies Date: Tuesdays, 4/30/19 – 6/4/19 The Before & After Care program is offered to families This program is offered to families who need supervision Time: 6:00PM - 6:45PM #213340 Level: Intermediate - orange/blue belt who need supervision before and after camp. The hours during the lunch hour before afternoon camp starts. Lunch Fee: $39.00 Resident / $49.00 Regular (6 sessions) Date: Wednesdays, 4/3/19 – 6/5/19 for the Before Care are 7:30AM-9:00AM, and After Buddies will run from 12:00PM-1:00PM, please bring a Time: 6:15PM – 7:05PM #213251A Care, 4:30PM-6:00PM. Families must register prior to non-refrigerated nut-free lunch. Families must register GYMNASTICS (Ages 4-5) using this service. prior to using this service. Enjoy a fun beginner gymnastic class with little or no experience Level: Advanced – red/purple/green belt necessary. Experience 4 events as well as the trampoline, foam Date: Wednesdays, 4/3/19 – 6/5/19 d es e e ee e ee lu ch udd es ee pits, and rock wall. Parent viewing area available. Time: 7:15PM – 8:05PM #213251B Location: Gymnastics Training Center; 6/24 - 6/28 316659A, 7:30-9a 316660A, 4:30-6p 316661A, 12-1p 1813 Northfield Dr., Rochester Hills Level: Beginner – white belt 7/1 - 7/3 316659B, 7:30-9a($20) 316660B, 4:30-6p ($20) 316661B, 12-1p ($12) Date: Mondays, 4/1/19 – 4/29/19 Date: Saturdays, 3/30/19 – 6/8/19 (No 4/20) 7/8 - 7/12 316659C, 7:30-9a 316660C, 4:30-6p 316661C, 12-1p Time: 6:30PM – 7:15PM #213451 Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM #213251C 7/15 - 7/19 316659D, 7:30-9a 316660D, 4:30-6p 316661D, 12-1p Fee: $44.00 Resident / $54.00 Regular (5 sessions) 7/22 - 7/26 316659E, 7:30-9a 316660E, 4:30-6p 316661E, 12-1p Level: Advanced Beginner – yellow belt or higher TENNIS (Ages 5-17) Date: Saturdays, 3/30/19 – 6/8/19 (No 4/20) 7/29 - 8/2 316659F, 7:30-9a 316660F, 4:30-6p 316661F, 12-1p Our program teaches tennis as a fun sport in a positive atmo- Time: 11:30AM – 12:15PM #213251D sphere using exciting games and activities. Young players learn u mp ges the rules of tennis and strategy from our instructor. SUMMER This program helps prepare children for the upcoming school year by involving them in group activities including Location: Civic Center Park Tennis Courts cooperative games, physical fitness, arts & craft projects, sports, snack time and more! Camp is held outdoors in Fee: $36.00 Resident / $45.00 Regular (9 sessions) Fee: $36 Resident / Regular $46 (6 sessions) Civic Center Park and indoors at the Community Center. Children should bring a nut-free snack with them (non-refrigerated) and dress appropriately for the weather. Must be potty-trained. Level: Intermediate - orange/blue belt Date: Tuesdays, 7/9/19 – 8/20/19 (No 8/6) Date: Wednesdays, 6/12/19 – 8/14/19 (No 7/3) Divisions: Ages 5-8, 4:15PM – 4:55PM #313350A Date: 8/5 - 8/9 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Date: 8/12 - 8/16 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Time: 6:15PM – 7:05PM #313251A Ages 9-12, 5:00PM – 5:50PM #313350B Resident: $20 Regular: $60 #316670A Resident: $20 Regular: $60 #316670B Ages 13-17, 6:00PM – 6:50PM #313350C Level: Advanced – red/purple/green belt CREATE YOUR OWN - PEN ATHLETICS FITNESS Date: Wednesdays, 6/12/18 – 8/14/19 (No 7/3) Looking for a fun and rewarding introductory wood turning Time: 7:15PM – 8:05PM #313251B experience? By the end of the class you’ll have a nice handmade CO-REC SOFTBALL LEAGUE BARRE TOTAL BODY WORKOUT pen that’s ready to use or share as a gift. No Prerequisites need- Teams play early weeknight games during the 14 game season. With low weights and high reps, this class will sculpt your arms, Level: Beginner – white belt ed. Instructor: Michael Evans Top four teams advance to the playoff round. Team fee includes: thighs, abs and glutes. Please bring mat. Conducted by Fitness Date: Saturdays, 6/15/19 – 8/17/19 (No 7/20) game balls, playoff officials, sponsor trophies & custom t-shirts Rx Instructor, Carrie Scoville. Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM #313251C Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop for league and playoff champions. Call to receive packet/regis- Location: Community Center Studio Time: 5:30PM – 8:30PM tration information. Drop In: $10.00 Level: Advanced Beginner – yellow belt or higher Fee: $10.00 Resident / $15.00 Regular Location: Civic Center Park Ball Diamond Date: Saturdays, 6/15/19 – 8/17/19 (No 7/20) Date: Thursday, 5/16/19 #223512A Schedule: Tuesday or Thursday games Date: Mondays, 4/1/19 – 6/24/19 (no 5/27) Time 11:30AM – 12:15PM #313251D Date: Thursday, 6/20/19 #223512B (6:00PM & 7:15PM), Starting May 7 Time: 5:45PM - 6:45PM #225100 Date: Thursday, 7/18/19 #223512C Team Fee: $488 (includes $48 refundable forfeit bond) ADULT PROGRAMS Fee: $69.00 Resident / $79.00 Regular (12 sessions) + additional fees: $15 per team, per game to CREATE YOUR OWN – ICE CREAM SCOOP umpire #222390 Date: Mondays, 7/1/19 – 8/26/19 MAKERS CLASSES Instructor Robin Bruening will walk you through all the steps to Time: 5:45PM - 6:45PM #325100 turn your own custom ice cream scoop using the lathe. By the 1st HOMERUN DERBY Fee: $30.00 Resident / $35.00 Regular (5 sessions) OPEN STUDIO TIME end of the class you’ll have a nice handmade ice cream scoop Do you have what it takes to be crowned the King or Queen of Use our pottery wheel or tables to create with your own clay. that’s ready to use or share as a gift. Prerequisite: Woodshop the Diamond? Put your bat where your mouth is! Each batter YOGA WITH LISA Once your piece is complete you can have it fired by us on Safety Certification must supply their own pitcher. Men’s and Women’s division for Improve your strength and flexibility, alignment, balance, and scheduled days. Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop 18+, 30+ and 50+ self-confidence, as you decrease muscle tension and learn to re- Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop Time: 6:00PM – 8:00PM Location: Civic Center Park Ball Diamond lax. All levels of experience are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable Fee: Free Resident / $5.00 Regular per visit Date: Thursday, 4/11/19 & 4/18/19 #225110A Date: Saturday 8/17/19 clothing and bring a yoga mat. Poses can be modified as needed. Note: No Open Studio during scheduled classes Thursday, 5/2/16 & 5/9/19 #225110B Time: 12:30 check in starts & 1:00PM first hitter Certified Instructor: Lisa Calice. SPRING Thursday, 8/22/19 & 8/29/19 #325110 Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt & prizes) #325131 Location: Community Center Seyburn B Date: 4/1/19 – 5/31/19 Fee: $20.00 Resident / $24.00 Regular Time: Tuesdays, 8:30AM-8:00PM TENNIS Date: Mondays, 4/8/19 – 6/24/19 (No 5/27) Saturdays, 4:30PM-8:00PM WOODSHOP SAFETY CERTIFICATION Our program teaches tennis as a fun sport in a positive atmo- Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM #225081 SUMMER Have you ever wanted to work with wood and learn how to use sphere using exciting games and activities. Players learn the rules Fee: $66.00 Resident / $79.00 Regular (11 sessions) Date: 6/1/19 – 8/31/19 a variety of power tools? Attend this training class and become of tennis and strategy. Drop In $10.00 Time: Tuesdays, 5:00PM - 8:00PM certified to use our woodshop. You will get trained on all of the Location: Civic Center Park Courts Saturdays, 4:30PM – 8:00PM equipment in our woodshop. Class includes safety certification so Fee: $36.00 Resident / $46.00 Regular (6 sessions) Date: Mondays, 7/8/19 – 8/26/19 OPEN WOODSHOP you can come back and use the woodshop for your future Date: Tuesdays, 7/9/19- 8/20/19 (No 8/6) Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM #325080 The Woodshop will be open for your small repairs and projects. projects. Limited to 5 students. Divisions: Beginner/Intermediate, 7:00PM–7:55PM Fee: $48.00 Resident / $58.00 Regular (8 sessions) We have a variety of tools and supplies that you can use to com- Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop #323400A Drop In $10.00 plete your projects. Prerequisite: Woodshop Safety Certification Time: 6:00PM – 8:00PM Adult Advanced, 8:00PM-8:55PM #323400B Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop Date: Thursday 4/14/19 #222391A RELAX & RESTORE YOGA Fee: Free Resident / $10.00 Regular per visit Date: Thursday 5/23/19 #222391B MARTIAL ARTS (Ages 14+) This class will focus on breathing and gentle yoga practice Note: No Open Woodshop during scheduled classes Fee: $5.00 Resident / $10.00 Regular Tang Soo Do style classes will emphasize self-discipline, focus, designed to help you relax tight and tense muscles, and restore physical fitness along with basic movements and self-defense. SPRING your mind, body and spirit. Great choice for beginning or inter- SPINNERS FROLIC Please wear loose-fitting athletic clothing. Instructor: Master Kirk mediate students. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a Date: 4/1/19 – 5/31/189 Do you have an interest in learning to spin fluff into useable yarn Rehn. yoga mat. Time: Thursdays, Fridays 8:30AM-8:00PM for needlework or weaving projects? Spinners Frolic is a group Location: Community Center Studio Certified Instructor: Lisa Calice. Saturdays, 10:30AM-4:00PM of passionate fiber artists that love teaching and learning the Fee: $45.00 Resident / $55.00 Regular (10 sessions) Location: Community Center Seyburn B ancient art of spinning. No experience needed. No equipment SUMMER needed. A light dinner is provided but bring your own non-alco- Date: Thursdays, 4/4/19 – 6/6/19 Date: Tuesdays, 4/9/19 – 6/25/19 (No 5/28) Date: 6/1/19 – 8/31/19 holic beverage. Time: 6:25PM - 7:25PM #225080 Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM #225082 Time: Thursdays, Fridays, 5:00PM-8:00PM Location: Community Center Wesson Room Fee: $66.00 Resident / $79.00 Regular (11 sessions) Saturdays, 10:30AM – 4:00PM Date: 2nd Thursday of the month Date: Thursdays, 6/13/19 – 8/29/19 Drop In $10.00 Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM Time: 6:25PM - 7:25PM #323480 Date: Tuesdays, 7/9/19 – 8/27/19 (No 8/6) Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM #325082 Fee: $42.00 Resident / $51.00 Regular (7sessions) Drop In $10.00
@ahparks @ahparksandrec RECREATION · PAGE 23 YOGA FOR A CAUSE – BOOK DRIVE POUND® ROCKOUT. WORKOUT. This class is a free introduction designed to help you relax your Transform drumming into an effective way of working out. You u e u us tight and tense muscles, and restore your mind, body and spirit. become the music in this fitness class designed for all levels. s e e ing r n & Weather permitting, this class takes place outside! Great choice Conducted by certified instructor Candace Hayden. & e i ies e s en n s for students looking to try out yoga. Please bring one or more Location: Community Center Studio new or gently used children’s books to donate if you are able and Drop In: $10.00 ul u us willing. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Fee: $36.00 Resident / $46.00 Regular (6 sessions) n e m n sun messengers Certified Instructor: Lisa Calice. Location: Community Center Back Patio/Seyburn B Date: Fridays, 4/5/19- 5/10/19 ul u us Date: Monday, 7/1/19 Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM #223660 pperm s e es e ssi s Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM #225081B ul u us Fee: FREE – Donation of books for grades Date: Fridays 5/24/19 – 6/28/19 e r r i isi n K-6 encouraged Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM #313580A iss ri u e
CORE & TONING Date: Fridays, 7/12/19 – 8/23/19 (No 8/16) An intense workout for your midsection, this class focuses on Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM #313580B d s toning and strengthening the body’s core abdominal and back FRIDAY NIGHTS ri ersi e mp i e er muscles. Mat required for class. Conducted by Fitness Rx FAMILY & ALL AGES/VARIETY o nto n n s Instructor, Carrie Scoville. D N N Location: Community Center Studio CROSS TRAINING WITH FOREVER FIT (Ages 13+) sp ns re Drop In: $10.00 Ready to spice up your workout routine? Cross training involves MUSIC SERIES a set of exercises that mixes cardio, aerobic, strength training, Date: Tuesdays, 4/19/19 – 6/25/19 (No 5/29) and flexibility for a total body workout. Class includes certified Time: 5:45PM - 6:45PM #225130 instructor and live DJ each week! Fee: $69.00 Resident / $79.00 Regular (12 sessions) Location: Community Center Back Patio/Gym Fee: $45 Resident / $50 Regular (8 sessions) Date: Tuesdays, 7/2/19 – 7/30/19 Drop In $10.00 Time: 5:45PM - 6:45PM #325110 Fee: $30.00 Resident / $35.00 Regular (5 sessions) Date: Saturday, 4/6/19 – 6/1/19 (No 4/20) Time: 10:15AM – 11:15AM #334740A ZUMBA FITNESS FITNESS ROOM SUMMER Using Latin inspired rhythms and up tempo, catchy beats, this Date: Saturday, 6/8/19 – 7/27/19 (No 8/31) Auburn Hills residents can work out in the fitness room for Date: 6/1/19 – 8/31/19 fitness class will have you wanting more! The routines feature Time: 10:15AM – 11:15AM #334740B free! Hours of operation are Monday- Friday, 8AM- 8:30PM and Time: Saturdays, 2:00PM - 6:00PM interval training sessions with fast and slow rhythms, along with Saturday, 10AM- 8:30PM. The Fitness Room includes treadmills, resistance training that will tone and sculpt your body. Certified Date: Saturday, 8/3/19 – 8/24/19 elliptical machines, a multi-station strength machine, stationary Instructor: Candace Hayden Time: 10:15AM – 11:15AM #334740C bike and more. Showers and lockers are available-please bring PICKLEBALL Location: Community Center Studio Fee: $23 Resident/ $25 Regular (4 sessions) your own lock. Children 12 and under are not allowed in the
Drop In: $10.00 Fitness Room. 13- 17 year olds must be signed up for the Teen SPRING – 4/1/19 – 6/23/19 JAPANESE SWORDSMANSHIP (Ages 14+) SPRING Fitness Program to participate. Corporate Fitness Card available Three indoor courts available for play. Players must sign in at the Fee: $36.00 Resident / $46.00 Regular (6 sessions) Learn traditional Toyama Ryu Iaido swordsmanship taught for those who work in Auburn Hills for $100 annually. front desk before entering the gym. Regular gym fees apply. Date: Tuesdays, 4/2/19 – 5/7/19 by Rick Brady Sensei. Classes focus on martial arts principles, Bring your own equipment or use ours. Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #213050A self-discipline, balance and control. GYMNASIUM ACTIVITIES Time: Wednesday nights, see the gym schedule online or at the Location: Community Center Studio Stop by the Community Center to participate in the following Community Center for details Date: Wednesdays, 4/3/19 – 5/8/19 Fee: $52.00 Resident / $65.00 Regular (10 sessions) gym activities: Court Games (badminton, basketball, volleyball), Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #213050B Pickleball 55+, Pickleball 16+, Open Walking, and Basketball. Date: Thursdays, 4/4/19 – 6/6/19 Schedules are available online and at the Community Center. The SUMMER – 6/24/19 – 8/31/19 SUMMER Time: 7:30PM-8:30PM #223500 cost is free to residents and $5 per non-resident guest. 2 guest Three outdoor courts available for free play. Bring your own Fee: $36.00 Resident / $46.00 Regular (6 sessions) limit per resident, per visit for basketball. Check in required at equipment or borrow ours by signing it out at the front desk. All Date: Tuesdays, 5/14/19 – 6/25/19 Date: Thursdays, 6/13/19 – 8/15/19 the front desk. courts are closed for walk-in use during City events or lessons Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #313050A Time: 7:30PM-8:30PM #314016 . PING PONG Date: Wednesdays, 5/15/19 – 6/26/19 Stop by the front desk to sign in and sign out the equipment. Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #313050B Fee: FREE Resident / $5 Regular
Date: Tuesdays, 7/9/19 - 8/20/19 (No 8/6) SPRING Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #313050C Date: 4/1/189– 5/31/19 Time: Thursdays, 8:30AM - 4:00PM Fee: $42.00 Resident / $53.00 Regular (7 sessions) Fridays, 2:00PM - 5:30PM Date: Wednesdays, 7/10/19 – 8/21/19 Saturdays, 2:00PM - 6:00PM Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM #313050D CPR / FIRST AID COURSES (Ages 14+) OUTDOOR EDUCATION & NATURE PROGRAMS Learn valuable life-saving skills that you could use to help a friend or family member by taking a CPR or First Aid course taught by l h u s c e an instructor from the Auburn Hills Fire Department. Courses AT COMMUNITY CENTER st n s o n t ente are three hours in length and include American Heart Association certification card. Limited to 10 participants/must have mini- OFF ROAD VEHICLE SAFETY mum of 5 to run class. Open to persons of all ages, but is required for students 12-16 Location: Auburn Hills Public Safety who wish to operate an ORV (ATV, UTV, Motorcycle or related mental health awareness Dates: Saturday, 4/6/19 – Basic First Aid #233280 2-wheel, 3-wheel, or 4-wheel). This course is designed to teach Saturday, 5/4/19 – Adult/Child CPR #233260 you how to be a safe and responsible ORV operator and covers Saturday, 6/1/19 – Basic First Aid #333280 the latest laws. To earn your certificate, you must attend the full 7 Saturday, 8/3/19 – Adult/Child CPR #333260 hours of instruction and pass a written state exam. Students ages 8-10 must be accompanied by an adult. Time: 9:00AM – 12:00PM Location: Community Center Wesson Room Fee: $25.00 Resident / $40.00 Regular Dates: Tuesday 5/21/19 & Thursday 5/23/19 #134007 Time: 5:30PM – 9:00PM JUMPSTART UKULELE Fee: $12.00 Resident / $17.00 Regular Do you dream of sitting on the beach, playing your ukulele, during our long Michigan winter? We can help with that. Jump- start Ukulele is an 8-week class that gets you playing, right away, BOATERS SAFETY COURSE on a beach bum’s budget. Includes music book. Open to persons of all ages. This course is designed to teach you Location: Community Center Wesson Room how to be a safe and responsible boater. Course covers basic Fee: $170.00 Resident / $190.00 Regular fundamentals: boat maintenance, personal watercraft and boat (Ukulele included) operation, legal requirements of boating, personal preparedness $120.00 Resident / $140.00 Regular & survival skills. To earn your Safety Certificate, students must (Provide your own ukulele) attend 7 hours of instruction and pass a written state exam. Time: 6:00PM-7:00PM Persons at least 16 years of age born on or after December 31, Date Mondays, 5/6/19 – 7/1/19 #214017A (8 sessions) 1978 are required to have this certification card in their posses- Date: Mondays, 7/8/19 – 8/26/19 #314017B (8 sessions) sion while operating a PWC on Michigan Waterways. EARTH DAY BUTTERFLIES RETURN Location: Community Center Wesson Room Earth Day is April 22, 2019! Join us in caring for the Earth though Let’s try our hand at catching a butterfly while on a walk. Nets are KIDS’ MUSICROUND Dates: Tuesday 6/18/19 #223502 volunteers with park and trail clean up from 6pm-8pm. provided for this activity. A singing, laughing, giggling, jiggling, clapping, dancing, bounc- Time: 9:00A – 4:00PM Participants will receive a tree sapling to take home to plant Location: Hawk Woods Picnic Pavilion ing, fun-filled, award-winning music and movement experience Fee: $18.00 Resident / $20.00 Regular and a re-useable grocery bag while supplies last. Date: Saturday, 6/29/19 for infants and children to age five! This young age is when Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM #314012 BOY SCOUTS MERIT BADGES – SINGLE SESSIONS your child’s innate music potential is actively developing. With WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAY Fee: Free Mr. Mike is continuing our Boy Scout merit badge sessions. the KMR children’s music program, parents can help bring out We will celebrate this special day with guided walks and bird Sessions meet on Wednesday evenings or Saturday mornings a child’s natural curiosity about music in a playful, encouraging migration simulations during this all ages activity. A display of ALL ABOUT CRAYFISH through the season, check online for the full listing. Scouts should class environment. Parent, guardian, or caretaker is required to our collection of beautiful Michigan song birds, donated to Hawk Explore the pond and check the pre-set crayfish traps. You may bring Blue Cards and Worksheets, and are encouraged to begin stay but there is no charge for you. Woods, is available to view as well. get a little wet and muddy during this nature exploration. with the merit badge booklet or online readings. Location: Community Center Studio Location: Hawk Woods Picnic Pavilion Location: Hawk Woods Picnic Pavilion Location: Community Center Carriage Room Fee: $175 per first student in family #214008A Date: Saturday, 5/11/19 Date: Saturday, 7/13/19 Date: Varies, please check the website $90 each additional student #214008B Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM #214012 Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM #314017 Time: Varies, please check the website #314171 Free under 12 months#214008C Fee: Free Fee: Free Date: Thursdays 4/4/19 – 6/6/19 (10 sessions) Fee: $5 Resident / $8 Regular Time: 10:00AM-10:45AM FAMILY CAMPING – OUTDOOR COOKING ROCKS AND MINERALS Learn how to do Dutch oven cooking over the camp fire! Limited Michigan is a great place to begin a rock and mineral collection. AT HAWK WOODS NATURE CENTER cabins are available to rent to make a night of it for your fami- Materials are provided to start your collection including a special ly. Five cabins sleep 6 and one sleeps 10. Renting a cabin is not box to store them. CAMPING AT HAWK WOODS required to come learn how to cook on the campfire. Location: Hawk Woods Picnic Pavilion Now is the time to plan your camping trip at Hawk Woods! Enjoy Location: Hawk Woods Campground Fire Pit Date: Saturday, 8/10/19 six beautiful log cabins with overnight accommodations for 40 Date: Saturday, 5/11/19 Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM #314018 guests. Nothing can beat a peaceful walk in the woods or a time Time: 4:00PM – 6:00PM #214010 Fee: Free resting by the pond on an evening sunset. Campfires late into the Fee: $10 Resident / $15 Regular starlit night bring lifelong memories. Call today for availability.
Cabins that Sleep 6 per night - $40 Resident / $50 Regular Cabin that sleeps 10 per night - $60 Resident / $80 Regular Deposit - $50 NUTRITION & YARD SERVICE PROGRAMS DAY CLASSES SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT 1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326 NOON LUNCH COMPUTER CLASSES Lunch is served Monday- Friday at noon. Must reserve a meal by Please see front desk for list of computer class times and dates. PHONE 248-970-9353 9:30AM the day before (for a Monday lunch call the Friday SENIOR FAX 248-370-9357 COOKING CLASS WITH HARBOR CHASE CHEF JEFF PARISH before). Monthly menus (subject to change) available at the Join Chef Parish for more fantastic cooking classes. He will walk BUSINESS HOURS Community Center or online. Suggested donation ages 60 and MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM you through the steps to create a tasty meal which you will get to over is $3.00. Under 60: $5.00. Call 248-370-9353 to reserve a meal. SERVICES SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 9:00PM sample. Registration closes Thursday before each class. MEALS ON WHEELS Time: 11:00AM – 1:00PM Nutritious meals are delivered five days a week to homebound Fee: Both Classes in Session: $10.00 Resident/$12 Regular Single Class in Session: $6.00 Resident/$8.00 Regular TRANSPORTATION SEASONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS seniors. $3.00 per meal donation. Call the Older Persons Com- mission 248-608-0264 to participate or for more information. Transportation available for senior city residents age 60 and older Session 1 Spring Harvest – Both Classes #354099A STATE OF THE CITY WITH MAYOR KEVIN MCDANIEL The OPC Senior Center in Rochester provides our nutrition and/or disabled city residents. Transportation is for medical ap- Dates: Tuesday, 4/9/19#354099B Join the honorable Mayor Kevin McDaniel as he presents what services to the City of Auburn Hills through a grant with the Area pointments (non-emergency or surgical), business appointments, Tuesday, 4/23/19#354099C happened in 2018 in the city and a peek into 2019. Growth in Agency on Aging 1B, general fund support from the City of shopping days and visits to the Community Center for luncheon Session 2 Mexican in May – Both Classes #354100A business, events and more. There will be an opportunity to ask Auburn Hills and donations. activities. Not available for work-related transportation. Fee is Dates: Tuesday, 5/7/19#354100B questions afterwards. $2.00 each way. For information call: 248-370-9353. Must call in Tuesday, 5/21/19#354100C Date: Friday, 4/26/19 AUBURN HILLS SPRING & FALL RAKE & RUN PROGRAMS advance; same-day service is not available. Session 3 Mediterranean – Both Classes #354101A Time: 12:30PM Are you finding it more difficult to get out and rake your yard to get it ready for spring? If you are a senior citizen or disabled Dates: Tuesday, 6/4/19#354101B COMMUNITY CENTER CARD Tuesday, 6/18/19#354101C ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE homeowner who needs help in raking leaves we may be able to Stop by the Community Center to receive a “Community Center Session 4 BBQ and Grilling – Both Classes #354102A Join us for our annual Celebration of Life Memorial Planting. help. Volunteers will clean and rake yards for eligible residents. Card” or renew your current Community Center card. Proof of Dates: Tuesday, 7/9/19#354102B We will be placing the name of each person on a piece of Call 248-370-9353 to have your name placed on an interest list. residency required. Cards are renewed annually. Tuesday, 7/23/19#354102C biodegradeable paper and adding it to the dirt. This symbol of Please keep in mind we can only do as many yards as we have Session 5 Hawaiian – Both Classes #354103A honor will forever memorialize a loved one. To register for this volunteers. Dates: Tuesday, 8/13/19#354103B event, please call the Community Center at 248-370-9353. FITNESS OPPORTUNITY Tuesday, 8/27/19#354103C Location: Community Center Serenity Garden Path LAWN MOWING & SNOW PLOWING FOR SENIORS Residents of Auburn Hills with a Community Center Card can use & PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES the Fitness Room at the Community Center FREE OF CHARGE. Date: Friday, 6/7/19 The City offers two yard maintenance programs for income and AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Non-resident: Individual $250.00 /Family $400.00 Time: 12:30PM age eligible homeowners; one for lawn mowing and one for snow Stay safe – and save – with the AARP Smart Driver Course Locker room with showers available. Bring your own lock/shower removal. These programs are funded by Community Devel- presented by St. Joseph Mercy. The AARP Smart Driver course supplies. Monday- Friday, 8:00AM – 9:00 PM and Saturdays, GRANDMA’S BAKE SHOP FUNDRAISER opment Block Grant (CDBG) funds and offered to low income teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Fitness Room check-in no later than 8:30PM. Once again we are asking for baked goods to be donated to senior citizens and disabled adults. Call 248-370-9353 for details. refresher of the rules of the road. This course helps drivers learn our popular “Grandma’s Bake Shop” to sell at the Auburn Hills research-based tips to adapt their driving to compensate for Summerfest on Saturday, June 22nd. All proceeds will benefit INSTRUCTORS WANTED physical and cognitive changes. Plus, you may qualify for a multi- the Senior Lawn Mowing and Snow Plowing Programs. To add LEISURE ACTIVITIES Do you have a special talent, hobby or fitness program that you year automobile insurance discount by completing the course! your baked goods to our donation list, please call the community would like to teach? Stop by the Community Center to pick up a Space is limited, so register now by calling 248-858-3301 center at 248-370-9353. MONDAY BUSINESS BINGO Prospective Instructor Survey or go online. Business Bingo is back and bigger than before! We are expand- Dates: Tuesday 4/30/19 & Wednesday 5/1/19 Time: 9AM – 1PM “GRANDPALS” - PEN PAL PROGRAM ing Business Bingo to every Monday EXCEPT the Second Monday Fee: AARP Members $15.00 IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS WELCOME We are partnering with the Auburn Hills Teen Council to pair of the month. Join us for a fun filled afternoon of Bingo spon- Non-members $20.00 We are always searching out new ideas for our programs and teens with senior pen pals! Teens will write one letter to their Pen sored by a local business. services. If you have an idea or suggestion please drop us a line Time: 12:30PM Pal every other week, and seniors will be given materials to write ANYONE CAN PAINT or call us. Better yet, stop by for coffee and let us know what you 4/1, 5/6, 7/1, 8/5 – Star Drugs back and will be encouraged to write a letter biweekly to their Join award winning and former TV artist Steve Wood as he are thinking. 4/15 – Gollings Buick GMC Teen Pen Pal. Sign up at the front desk or call (248) 370-9353 if combines painting tips and techniques. With humor and encour- 4/22, 7/22, 8/19 – American House Stone you are interested in being a part of the pen pal program. agement, he provides a relaxing and enjoyable experience for 4/29, 6/24, 7/29, 8/26 – Parents Changing Spaces PROGRAM LOCATIONS beginner to intermediate painters. By the end of the 2 hour class, 6/3 – American House Elmwood Unless otherwise noted, all programs, classes, and lectures take you will leave with a completed 11 X 14 acrylic painting. Deadline place at the Auburn Hills Community Center NEW - MOVIE & POPCORN AT THE LIBRARY one week before each class. Dates: Wednesday, 5/29/19 #354105A The Auburn Hills Library is sponsoring FREE movies at the Wednesday, 7/31/19 # 354106A Library! Transportation available, call the Community Center Time: 1-3PM for details. Friends of the Library will provide free popcorn. Fee: Resident $25 / Regular $30 Time: 1:00PM Dates: 4/26/19 - Green Book 5/17/19 - A Star is Born 6/21/19 - First Man SENIOR SERVICES · PAGE 28 @auburnhillsseniorservices D-PATH ATTORNEY TALK: THINGS TO CONSIDER GROWING UP BEHIND THE IRON CURTAIN HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS PROGRAMS Diabetes PATH is a 6-week workshop designed to provide the WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME Do you want to learn about life behind the Iron Curtain in the 70s skills and tools needed for people living with diabetes to improve This discussion and question & answer session will be helpful for and 80s? Mrs. Cristina Rau, our Nutrition Programs Coordinator, Senior Fitness programs are open to adults age 55 and up. their health and manage their symptoms. As a result, people homeowners who are considering selling their home, including will share with you her first-hand experience, growing up in Cold Some programs allow participants under age 55. See program are better equipped to face the daily challenges of living with the costs and the nuts and bolts of the sale process. Should you War Eastern Europe. descriptions or call to inquire. Registration and residency diabetes. This workshop will give the support needed to find sell using a realtor? Or sell yourself? Attorney Chauncey Hitch- Date: Friday, 5/31/19 requirements for some programs unless otherwise noted. practical ways to deal with your condition, manage symptoms, cock is here to answer these questions and help you prepare your Time: 12:30PM Drop-ins available after minimum class registration is met. Knowing and understanding there are certain risks involved in fight fatigue, build confidence, eat healthy, monitor blood sugar, biggest asset for sale, including a review of the title and any liens. your voluntary decision to participate in these activities, we and get more out of life! To register call 1-800-633-7377. Deadline Date: Wednesday, 4/17/19 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY & JAWS OF LIFE DEMO recommend that you consult your doctor before starting any for registration is 5/27/19 Time: 12:30PM Do you want to learn how to properly use a Fire Extinguisher? exercise program. Dates: Wednesdays, 6/5/19 – 7/17/19 Ever wanted to see how the “jaws of life” really work? Well, now Time: 1PM – 3:30PM STATE OF THE CITY WITH MAYOR MCDANIEL is your chance! Join Auburn Hills Fire Fighter, Joshua Boyce, for a WALK YOUR WAY TO HEALTH KICK-OFF – NEW! See page 26. We are so excited to have a new weekly walking program that hands on learning experience as we practice using a fire extin- will take place on the trail behind the Auburn Hills Community EVENING LECTURES & CLASSES guisher properly and see a full Jaws of Life demo! HARD QUESTIONS PANEL Center! In addition to our morning open gym walking. The There are questions and conversations that we all inevitably Date: Friday, 6/28/19 “WALK YOUR WAY TO HEALTH” DINNER kick-off walk will be a fun walk with giveaways and snacks avoid, but this Hard Question Panel is giving you the opportu- Time: 12:30PM sponsored by “Beaumont Gets Walking” and Pomeroy Living Join us for a fun and informative dinner, sponsored by Pomeroy nity to ask and discuss those challenging questions amongst a Rochester. Join us and learn more about our upcoming Walk Living Rochester Skilled Rehabilitation! Hear from Director of panel of specialized professionals. The questions can be endless KEEPING HYDRATED 101 Your Way to Health and Wellness Walk and Talks. Water bottle Rehabilitation, Christina Mercier, COTAL, as she talks about the and difficult, but now you can have them answered in one place. Join us and Pomeroy Living Rochester Skilled Rehabilitation to recommended for walks. Registration required prior to joining importance of walking. This will also be the start of a very exciting Sponsored by Lourde’s Senior Community. learn about the importance of keeping hydrated and how to program to receive Beaumont Gets Walking materials. new walking program. Register by 4/17/19 Date: Friday, 5/3/19 identify signs of dehydration. We are excited to welcome back Dr. Dates: Thursday, 5/2/2019 Date: Wednesday, 4/24/19 Time: 9AM Time: 12:30PM Rojas for this important and informative talk! Time: 6PM – 7:30PM #354107A Date: Friday, 7/19/19 Time: 12:30PM WALK YOUR WAY TO HEALTH NAVIGATING THE PROBATE COURT As a part of our walking program, we will be holding monthly SPRING & SUMMER LECTURES Oakland County Probate Court officials will be discussing the ins LIVING WITH DEMENTIA sponsored walks, which will take place on the trail behind the and outs of Probate Court including guardianships and conserva- Auburn Hills Community Center! These walks will be a part of Join us for an informative lecture about living with Dementia BRUNCH & LEARN torships, Powers of Attorney and Patient Advocate Designations the normal Thursday walking program, but will include special and Alzheimer’s including a simulation of what it feels like to live Sponsored by Parents Changing Spaces, this is an informative and much more, including time for your questions. incentives, like snacks and giveaways. Join us along with with Dementia using goggle technology. Sponsored by Lourde’s speaker series about relevant, useful topics. Snacks and coffee Date: Tuesday, 5/14/19 our sponsors, Beaumont Gets Walking and Pomeroy Living Senior Community, a panel of specialists will be able to answer will be provided. Registration required, call or visit Community Time: 1-3PM Rochester for a great morning walk! questions and give insight on life with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Center to register. Registration closes 1 week before each class. Dates: Thursday, 5/9/19 Date: Wednesday, 7/24/19 Time: 8:30AM ATTORNEY TALK: THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN Thursday, 6/13/19 BORROWING AGAINST YOUR HOME Time: 12:30PM Thursday, 7/11/19 Date: Wednesday, 4/10/19 This discussion and question & answer session on things every Thursday, 8/8/19 Wednesday, 5/15/19 homeowner should consider when deciding on whether to bor- AN AFTERNOON WITH THE AUBURN HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY Time: 9AM Wednesday, 6/12/19 row against the equity that they have in their home. Is a first or a Join us for a look at historic events and sites in Auburn Hills that Location: Community Center Patio Wednesday, 7/10/19 second mortgage right for you? How about a Home Equity Line make us unique and played a role in our community over the past Fee: Free Wednesday, 8/14/19 of Credit or a Reverse Mortgage? Attorney Chauncey Hitchcock 200 years. A perfect way to increase your knowledge of local WELLNESS WALK & TALKS will discuss the risks and costs of various financing options and history as Auburn Hills nears its Bicentennial. PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST IDENTITY THEFT Walking for as little as 30 minutes a day can benefit your Date: Wednesday, 8/14/19 Over 9 million Americans are victims of Identity Theft each year – legal implications of each. joints, alleviate back problems, lessen worry and tension and Time: 12:30PM learn how to be aware of the signs, signals, and interventions Date: Wednesday, 4/17/19 add years to your life! Beaumont Gets Walking wants to help Time: 12:30PM to protect yourself form internet theft and scams. We will be SUMMER CLEAN UP – DOWNSIZING SERIES you make walking a part of your fitness routine. Join us for from a representative from the Oakland County Prosecutor’s our monthly Wellness Walk and Talks for a short, educational REMEMBERING THE J.L. HUDSON COMPANY, Looking to downsize your home but not sure where to start? Office for this informative talk, sponsored by Lourde’s Senior presentation from a Beaumont clinician followed by a walk. All DETROIT’S LEGENDARY DEPARTMENT STORE Whether you want information or want to learn whether down- Community. are welcome! Walking poles available at Community Center The world’s largest American flag, Freedom Festival fireworks, sizing is the solution for you, this two part informative series is front desk. Date: Wednesday, 4/10/19 magical animated windows, a 9-story tree of lights, 12th floor au- the solution you’re looking for! We will be joined by Kelsey Florek, Dates: Thursday, 5/23/19 #352077A Time: 12:30PM ditorium spectaculars, the home of the real Santa, Maurice salad, President of Caring Transitions of South Oakland County along Thursday, 6/27/19 #352077B and throngs of shoppers! Those are just a fraction of the mem- with a panel of experts to help with different aspects of the Thursday, 7/25/19 #352077C ories that will be discussed and come alive during this lecture downsizing process. Thursday, 8/22/19 #352077D presentation. Presented by Michael Hauser, Marketing Manager Dates: Wednesday, 8/21/19 – Downsizing 101: Learn about Time: 8:30AM for the Michigan Opera Theater & Detroit Opera House. what downsizing is, why it’s beneficial, and how to Location: Community Center Patio Date: Wednesday, 5/22/19 plan. SENIOR FIT – IT’S BACK Location: Seyburn B Wednesday, 8/28/19 – Selling Safely: Learn how to Senior Fit is a FREE exercise program sponsored by St. Joseph Time: 1 PM sell your home and all about the moving process. Mercy Oakland for people 55 and up. Classes are Mondays, You will also learn about how to safely sell or Wednesdays, and Fridays starting in September. donate your belongings in the downsizing process. Open Enrollment 6/17/19-6/28/19, by calling 248-858-3952 SENIOR SERVICES · PAGE 30 Time: 12:30PM ESSENTRICS® AGING BACKWARDS – NEW! CHAIR YOGA OPEN WALKING FIREKEEPERS CASINO Essentrics® Aging Backwards is a new and exciting class that A gentle stretching class that begins seated in a chair and moved The Community Center features a walking track. Walk or jog your Motor coach transportation will take you to the wonderful incorporates the movements of Tai Chi for health and balance, onto the mat. way to fitness! Music provided. CLEAN, DRY gym shoes required. Firekeepers Casino, where you will have time for gambling and ballet which creates long flexible muscles, and the healing Registration deadline 1 week before class starts. Drop-ins only Water bottle recommended. Registration is required. lunch! This package includes a $20.00 slot credit and $5.00 to principles of yoga. This class is adaptable to varying fitness and offered after class minimum has been met. Date: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 9:00AM #532002S be used for food, slot play, or the gift shop. Firekeepers has over mobility levels. Instructor: Carol Smith Fee: Free Residents / $5.00 Drop in Regular 2,600 slot and video poker games, 78 table games, and a 200 seat Instructor: Kim Vitale, Essentrics® Instructor Dates: Session A: Tuesdays, 4/16/19 – 5/21/19 Bingo room for you to enjoy. Date: Session A: Thursdays, 4/18/19 – 5/23/19 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352073A TRAVEL Date: Tuesday 08/20/19, Departs 8:15am 1:00PM – 2:00PM #352076A Session B: Tuesdays, 6/18/19 – 7/23/19 Fee: $29.00 #351123 Session B: Thursdays, 6/6/19 – 7/18/19 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352073B DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1:00PM – 2:00PM #352076B Session C: Tuesdays, 8/13/19 – 9/24/19 DETROIT TIGERS Come and watch the beautiful Detroit Symphony Orchestra play Session C: Thursdays, 8/1/19 – 8/29/19 (No Class 9/3/19) Join the Auburn Hills Seniors for an exciting day at Comerica with the Auburn Hills Seniors! Take in a piece of Detroit history, and 1:00PM – 2:00PM #352076C 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352073C Park! We will be seeing the Detroit Tigers play an afternoon see them perform in the Detroit Orchestra Hall. Transportation via Fee: Session A & B: $42.00 Resident/ $54.00 Regular/ Fee: 6 Weeks $48 Resident/ $60 Regular/ $10 Drop In game. Your ticket will include a soft drink and hot dog. Join us for Motor coach. Lunch included from Traffic Jam & Snug Restaurant. $10.00 Drop In a fun afternoon out! Note: This trip has a lot of walking. Senior Date: Sunday 04/07/2019 10:45am Session C: $35.00 Resident/ $45.00 Regular/ STRENGTH AND STRETCH: CHAIR STYLE bus transportation. Fee: $119.00 #151130 $10.00 Drop In Strengthen and improve posture, core, large muscle groups, Date: TBD, Depart 11:15am and overall health with the convenience and support of a chair. DETROIT TIGERS Fee: TBD #351124 DRUMS ALIVE GOLDEN BEATS® - NEW! This class is designed to meet the needs of any individual. Join the Auburn Hills Seniors for an exciting day at Comerica Park! Drum your way to health! Rhythm, movement, and drumming Modifications and progressions will be shown so any fitness level We will be seeing the Detroit Tigers play in an afternoon game. SENIOR DAY AT THE DETROIT ZOO on stability balls create a unique, fun, and effective alternative may attend. Registration deadline 1 week before class starts. Your ticket will include a soft drink and hot dog. Join us for a fun Join us for this special day set aside for senior citizens. Explore to traditional workouts. Workouts adaptable to all fitness and Drop-ins only offered after class minimum has been met. afternoon out! Note: This trip has a lot of walking. Senior bus the amphibian conservation center, take a ride around the zoo, or mobility levels. Instructor: Carol Smith transportation. enjoy strolling amongst the animals. Lunch will be on your own at Instructor: Meida Ollivierra, Drums Alive® Instructor Dates: Session A: Wednesdays, 4/17/19 – 5/22/19 Date: TBD, Depart 11:15am one of the many snack bars. Senior bus transportation. Dates: Session A: Tuesdays, 4/16/19 – 5/14/19 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352074A Fee: TBD #351119 Date: September 2019, Day TBD 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM #352077A Session B: Wednesdays, 6/19/19 – 7/24/19 Fee: TBD #351125 Session B: Tuesdays, 6/4/19 – 7/2/19 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352074B MIDLAND: DOW GARDENS & WHITING FOREST CANOPY WALK 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM #352077B Session C: Wednesdays, 8/14/19 – 9/25/19 Join us for a wonderful and unique day trip starting with a guided SENIOR DAY AT THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIR Session C: Tuesdays, 7/23/19 – 8/20/19 10:00AM – 11:00AM #352074C tour of the 20,000 square foot Alden B. Dow Home and Studio, Join us at the Michigan State Fair for this special day set 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM #352077C Fee: 6 Weeks $48 Resident/ $60 Regular/ $10 Drop which is described as an oasis of architecture and inspiration, aside especially for senior citizens! You will enjoy a special Fee: $42.00 Resident/ $50.00 Regular /$10.00 Drop In followed by lunch at Lucky’s Steakhouse. After lunch, you’ll go to program designed with seniors in mind. Your day will include 5 Classes Each Session LINE DANCING the Dow Gardens, which includes a Garden Tour and access to the entertainment, lunch and admission to the fair. Senior bus Do you love music and like to dance or want to learn to dance? Whiting Forest Canopy tour. This trip is not wheelchair accessible transportation. TAI CHI FOR HEALTH – SEATED AND STANDING Line Dancing is a fun way to help maintain or improve muscle and the tours include quite a bit of walking and stairs. Motor Date: Thursday, 8/29/19, Depart 8:45AM Tai Chi is focusing on fluid, circular movements that are relaxed strength, balance, and endurance. Everyone learns something coach transportation, depart at 8:00AM. Fee: TBD #351126 and slow in tempo. Stiffness causes pain; increased flexibility will new from beginners to seasoned dancers! Registration deadline Date: Thursday, 06/27/19 relieve pain. Tai Chi can help reduce stress which in turn calms the 1 week before class starts. Drop-ins only offered after class Fee: $91.00 #351120 EXTENDED TRAVEL body and can help with conditions such as Arthritis and Diabetes. minimum has been met. Registration deadline 1 week before class starts. Drop-ins only Instructor: Enita Hass SUMMER IN THE CITY SHADES OF IRELAND offered after class minimum has been met. Dates: Session A: Wednesdays, 4/3/19 – 5/8/19 Home to Henry Ford, Joe Louis, Willie Horton, and many more, Your tour will include visits to Dublin, Irish Evening, Kilkenny, and Instructor: Daniela Ostezan, Tai Chi for Health Institute Certified 12:30PM – 1:30PM #352075A the Boston Edison Historic District is an exciting neighborhood in Waterford. You will also have choices on tour, such as Blarney Dates: Session A: Mondays, 4/15/19 – 5/13/19 Session B: Wednesdays, 5/15/19 – 6/26/19 the heart of Detroit! Come along for a guided tour of the Boston Castle, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Farm Visit, Jaunting Car Ride, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM #352072A 12:30PM – 1:30PM #352075B Edison Historic District, followed by an included lunch at Andiamo Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Castle Stay. 10 days, 13 meals, 8 Session B: Mondays, 6/3/19 – 7/1/19 Fee: $40.00 Resident / $50.00 Resident / Drop in $10.00 Riverfront located in the beautiful GM Renaissance Center. You breakfasts, 5 dinners. Plus much more! 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM #352072B 6 Classes Each Session will then have free time to explore the Detroit Riverfront before Date: 05/11/19-05/20/19 #551187 Session C: Mondays, 7/22/19 – 8/19/19 departing for shopping at the unique Leon & Lulu’s store in Fee: $3,999.00 per person double 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM #352072C RECREATIONAL PICKLEBALL Clawson. Motor coach transportation. Fee: $35 Resident / $45.00 Regular / Drop in $10 Three indoor courts are available at the Community Center for Date: Thursday 07/25/19, Depart 8:30AM THE OLD SOUTH: CHARLESTON - SAVANNAH 5 classes each session open, non-competitive play. Players must sign in at the desk Fee: $49.00 #351121 Southern Plantation Tour before entering the court. No indoor Pickleball June, July, or Your trip will include tours of Historic Charleston and Savannah’s August. Outdoor courts available for tennis and Pickleball on a ISLAND QUEEN River Street District. You will also have time to visit Charleston first come, first served basis. Courts closed during tennis lessons Enjoy a leisurely summer day at Kensington Park with a tour of Tea Plantation, The Historic Charleston Market, Magnolia and other city sponsored events. beautiful Kent Lake aboard the Island Queen! While at the park, Plantation and Garden, Boone Hall, and the American Prohibition Date: 4/1/19 – 5/31/19 indoors, Mon, Wed, Thurs, Friday we will have a picnic lunch that will be prepared by a local deli Museum. Roundtrip transportation via deluxe motorcoach. Your Time: 9:30AM – 12:30PM and explore one of the area’s most beautiful parks. Senior Bus tour includes 7 nights, 7 breakfasts and lunches, and 3 dinners. Fee: $3.00 Drop in Resident / $4.00 Drop in Regular Transportation. Date: 05/18/19-05/25/19 #551183 SENIOR SERVICES · PAGE 32 Punch Card: $24.00 10 Punches Resident / Date: Wednesday, 7/17/19, Depart 10:00 AM #351122 Fee: $1,899.00 $34.00 10 Punches Regular Fee: $22.00 NIAGARA FALLS GETAWAY WISCONSIN DELLS: TASTE OF MILWAUKEE One of nature’s most beautiful sights, join the Auburn Hills From Michigan’s Lake Express Ferry, the first high speed ferry in sen o se v es e t ent Seniors on a trip to Niagara Falls. Trip includes stops at the the USA to a cruise on Lake Geneva, this trip has it all including falls, White Oaks Mall, and World Duty Free America/Ammex. sightseeing tours and tours of museums and breweries! There’s Transportation via deluxe motorcoach; international travel so much to see and do in Wisconsin and this trip is jam packed requires proper documentation. with great experiences. Included are 5 nights, 5 breakfasts, 3 n eons Date: 05/29/2019 –05/30/2019 #551189 dinners – including a Dells Dinner Cruise. Fee: $224.00 per person double Date: 09/12/19-09/17/19 #551197 holiday parties Fee: $1,499.00 per person double MACKINAC ISLAND LILAC FESTIVAL Explore Michigan’s natural beauty during the Mackinac Island RAILROADS OF NEW ENGLAND: FALL COLOR CLASSIC & Lilac Festival! Join the Auburn Hills Seniors on a horse drawn Scenic excursions, stunning backroad touring, fabulous carriage tour of the island, a feast at The Grand Luncheon Buffet, sightseeing and attractions, charming villages and New England’s sprin party - easter lunch cookies with mother s day party and a visit to Mackinac Crossings. Four meals included, travel via majestic fall foliage combine to make this a trip you won’t april showers the chief urs pri 18 e nes m 8 deluxe motorcoach. want to miss! Included are 7 nights, 2 nights of entertainment, ri pri 12 12 00 pm se urn e nes pri 2 12 00 pm ee 00 Date: 06/06/2019 –06/08/2019 #551190 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 4 dinners – including a dinner train! 12 00 pm ee 00 12 0 pm se urn Fee: $580.00 per person double Multiple tour included as well. Motorcoach transportation. Hop on over and join us for Celebrating mothers everywhere! Rain, rain, go away! But we’ll We are so excited to be joined Date: 10/02/19-10/09/19 #551198 lunch and a delicious carrot Join us in celebrating some of HOLLAND AND SAUGATUCK party anyway! Join us for cake dessert! by Fire Chief, Ellen Taylor! the most important women in Fee: $1,999.00 per person double our April Party. Entertainment Join us for cookies with Chief the world. Entertainment by Join the Auburn Hills Seniors while they visit a “western Michigan TBD. Ticket deadline 4/2/19. Taylor as she talks about her Chet Penkala. Ticket deadline paradise!” Wine tasting, ride on the Saugatuck Dunes, and an TUSCANY & THE ITALIAN RIVIERIA role in the Fire Department 5/24/19. incredible Dinner Cruise on the Holland Princess are all featured! You tour includes 8 days 10 meals, 6 breakfasts, 4 dinners round Three meals included, transportation via deluxe motorcoach! trip air plus transfers. Highlights of this tour are Tuscan Estate, Date: 06/18/2019 – 06/19/2019 #551191 Florence, Choice on Tour, Siena, Tuscan Winery, Lucca, Pisa, Italian memorial day lunch best friend bin o national erman picnic in the u s a Fee: $334.00 per person double Riviera, Cinque Terre and Portofino. Plus much more! chocolate cake day Date: 10/04/19-10/11/19 #551195 ri m 2 m n une ri une 1 EXPERIENCE GRAND RAPIDS 12 00 pm se urn 12 0 pm se urn ues une 11 12 00 pm ee 00 Fee: $3,899.00 per person double 12 00 pm se urn Come and tour Grand Rapids with the Auburn Hills Seniors! Celebrate this day of In honor of National Best Who doesn’t love a picnic? You’ll be able to see the amazing Frederick Meijer Gardens, and CHRISTMAS AT OPRYLAND RESORT NASHVILLE rememberance with us and Friend Day, we are having a Layers of cake and a delicious Join us for a day of Summer frosting? What isn’t there to fun! Entertainment TBD. the Silver Lake Dunes! Three meals will be included, plus a visit Visit one of the most popular holiday destinations in the U.S! A enjoy the All-American classic special day of Business Bingo! cherry pie for dessert Bring your BFF to Bingo and celebrate about German Ticket deadline 5/31/19. to Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery! Transportation via deluxe Country Christmas Dinner Show at Gaylord Opryland is simply enjoy a day of fun! Chocolate cake? Join us for motorcoach! amazing. On the way, enjoy a stop in Lexington, Kentucky to this fun lunch. Date: 07/14/2019 – 7/15/2019 #551192 see the Southern Lights Holiday display. Included is 1 night in Fee: $360.00 per person double Lexington and 2 nights at the Opryland Resort, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, and tours. OREGON COAST & PACIFIC NORTHWEST th of uly picnic national ice cream national lemon end of summer luau Date: 12/2/19-12/5/19 #551197 Come see the lovely Pacific Northwest with the Auburn Hills sandwich day merin ue day Fee: $1,299.00 per person double ri u 12 ri ugus 2 Seniors! Visit Seattle, spend a few days touring the nature 12 00 pm ee 00 ri ugus 2 urs ugus 1 12 00 pm ee 00 of Oregon, and even spend two nights in San Francisco! 12 0 pm se urn 12 00 pm se urn Come celebrate our Freedom Celebrate the final days of The Redwoods are calling your name! 15 meals included, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES and a favorite summer holiday. Ice cream sandwiches are an Did you know lemons bloom summer with one of our transportation via plane and motorcoach! Entertainment TBD. iconic summer treat, and now all year? But there’s only one favorite parties. Entertainment Volunteering is an investment in your community. The City of Date: 08/08/2019 – 08/17/2019 #551193 Ticket deadline 6/28/19. there’s a whole day to celebrate National Lemon Meringue day! by Kroon & Shantel. Lunch Fee: $3,889.00 per person double Auburn Hills has numerous ways to invest in your community. our love for this sweet treat! Join us for a slice and a fun provided by Harbor Chase Even if you just have an hour, we can use you. We have Join us for a fun summer day. lunch. Senior living. CANADIAN ROCKIES W/GLACIER NATIONAL opportunities for individuals, families and students. Contact & YOHO NATIONAL PARKS the Community Center at 248-370-9353 for more information. If you love nature, then you will want to join the Auburn Hills NEW-We now have an email address for volunteer inquiries: birthday & anniversary celebration Seniors as we tour the beautiful Canadian wilderness! Includes [email protected] Please note: national colle e colors day On the 2nd Monday of the month, we honor those who are having a birthday or anniversary that visiting Glacier, Yoho, Banff National Parks and more! 11 meals All volunteers are required to pass a background check. month. Honorees receive a complimentary meal and gift. Must be pre-registered to take advantage included, flight and busing included. ri ugus 0 of this fun celebration. Please call by the first Monday of the month to register. Date: 08/04/2019-08/10/2019 #551194 SPRING & FALL RAKE AND RUN 12 0 pm se urn Fee: $3,599.00 per person double Want to make a difference in a day? Volunteers are needed to help seniors clean up yards. Rakes and yard waste bags will be Join us for a lunch filled with pre-ticket sales provided. Great opportunity for groups and families. friendly rivalries and a whole Tickets will be available for purchase up to three months in advance of designated large parties at the lot of spirit! Community Center. Ticket sales will close ten business days before the event. Refunds in the form of an in-house credit will only be issued up to one week prior to the event. No day-of ticket sales.
SENIOR SERVICES · PAGE 34 MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER NEEDED FOR DAYTIME DELIVERIES ASK THE HOUSING SPECIALIST APPOINTMENTS. MEDICARE, MEDICAID, PART D & OTHER Meals on Wheels provides daily nutritious meals to homebound Are you or your parents concerned about downsizing or moving? INSURANCE ASSISTANCE LAWN MOWING & SNOW PLOWING FOR SENIORS seniors with the added bonus of a quick safety check and There are many housing options for seniors. Each month features Trained MMAP volunteers are available to answer your questions & PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES much-needed human connection that comes with each delivery. a different housing specialty, however all representatives will be about Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Part D Prescription The City offers two yard maintenance programs for income Different routes are available. Scheduling is easy and flexible. able to provide general information about the different housing programs, Long Term Care Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, and age eligible homeowners; one for lawn mowing and one This is a great opportunity for families, students, civic groups, options. There will not be sales associated with these ½ hour Medicare Drug Discount Cards and more. Assistance is also for snow removal. These programs are funded by Community churches, businesses, employees, and retirees to help out. appointments. Call to schedule an appointment available in understanding statements from Medicare, hospitals, Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and offered to low 248-370-9353 etc. By appointment only, call the Community Center for more income senior citizens and disabled adults. Call 248-370-9353 for MEAL PACKERS AND SERVERS NEEDED Date: 2nd Tuesday each month information 248-370-9353. details. Many hands are needed in our kitchen for our Nutrition Program. Time: 11:30AM Meals are packaged at the Community Center Monday thru OPERATION MEDICINE CABINET LEGAL PROGRAMS Friday for our homebound seniors. Volunteers are also needed DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOAN CLOSET Dispose of unused or unwanted prescriptions and over the for serving site meals and clean-up. Durable medical equipment such as walkers, crutches, counter drugs safely. The Auburn Hills Police Department has a LAKESHORE LEGAL AID wheelchairs & bath stools are available. Availability of equipment secure container in their lobby where you can safely dispose of FREE consultations through the Council & Advocacy Law Line at SHARP varies. Because our storage space is limited, we ask that you drugs. No needles or liquids. 1-888-783-8190. Visits are available to homebound seniors or to Volunteers are needed for SHARP – Senior Home Assistance call prior to bringing in any donations. Cannot accept any nursing homes, as necessary. Repair Program. The SHARP program provides home repair to medications or medical supplies. FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS senior and disabled residents. The labor is free; the homeowner WMU-COOLEY LAW SCHOOL ESTATE PLANNING CLINIC FILE OF LIFE PROGRAM pays for the cost of the materials. Trained volunteers will provide NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE + AUBURN HILLS FOOD CUPBOARD If you are an Oakland County resident over the age of 60, you The File of Life is a paper emergency information system miscellaneous home repairs and maintenance. Emergency Community Food Cupboard sponsored by may be eligible to participate in the Thomas M. Cooley Law sponsored by the Auburn Hills Fire, Police and Senior Services Neighborhood House is available for Auburn Hills’ residents only, School Estate Planning Clinic. For more information or to OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNTIES Departments. The File of Life is a magnetic file that is placed regardless of age, who find themselves in need of emergency prequalify, please contact Thomas Cooley Law School, Even if your availability or interests do not fall into these on the front of the refrigerator. Inside the file is emergency food assistance. Emergency food assistance is limited to non- 248-335-0125. categories, you can still help. We have special events that need information that first responders may need to access in case perishable foods. Call center for appointment. LEGAL HOTLINE FOR MICHIGAN SENIORS AT 1-800-347-5297. friendly volunteers. We have Outreach Programs that utilize of a medical emergency. This is a free program. Stop by the volunteers to make sure that seniors have up to date medical Community Center to pick up a File of Life or call 248-370- FOCUS HOPE SUPPORT GROUPS info or just to check in. If you are interested in volunteering at 9353 to schedule a trained volunteer to visit you and help you Food assistance program for income qualified individuals. your convenience, we constantly have a need for individuals or complete your File of Life information. Income and/or age guidelines must be met. Focus Hope is a ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP groups to help with getting the word out on services or programs monthly food distribution program for seniors age 60 and older This group provides an opportunity for caregivers to discuss how that are offered. HEARING EVALUATIONS, BATTERY CHANGES, HEARING AID CHECKS only. their lives have been affected as they care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Led by an Alzheimer’s Association facilitator. SUPPORTIVE RESOURCES Representatives from Miracle Ear and Suburban Hearing Clinic will be on site to do free hearing evaluations, battery HOME + YARD PROGRAMS Sponsored by Crittenton Home Care.
changes, and hearing aid checks. Walk-ins are welcomed, but Date: 3rd Thursday of the month Call 248-370-9353 for information on any of the services listed appointments are encouraged. Call for more information. MINOR HOME + MOBILE HOME REPAIR PROGRAM Time: 6:00PM unless otherwise noted. Date: 3rd Monday of the Month This free program is for income qualified homeowners of Auburn Hills who own their own home and who require minor SCLERODERMA SUPPORT GROUP NO EXCUSE FOR ELDER ABUSE Time: 11AM – 1PM home repairs. This service is funded under the Community A support group for patients, loved ones, or caregivers of If you are a senior citizen or know someone who is being hurt, those with this auto-immune disease. New topic each month. KNOX BOX SAFETY PROGRAM Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). Enrollment is having money taken or used without permission, are being Questions: Glenda Courdret, 248-798-3267. Sponsored by the Participants in this program will have a secure lock box installed limited and only available as long as funding is available. forced to do things against their will, are being neglected Scleroderma Michigan Chapter. or unable to care for themselves are forms of elder abuse. on the exterior of their home which contains a key to the home. SHARP – SENIOR HOME ASSISTANCE REPAIR PROGRAM Date: 1st Thursday of the month Neglecting to care for a dependent older adult or leaving them Only the Auburn Hills Fire Department personnel will have a A volunteer based program designed to help senior citizens Time: 6:30PM in an unsafe situation, whether you mean to or not, is elder abuse. master key to unlock this box to gain secure entry into the home in the event of an emergency. There are a limited number and disabled residents to continue to live as independently Knowing, and not doing anything is elder abuse. BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP of boxes available free for low income residents or the Knox as possible in their own homes. The SHARP program accepts IF YOU SUSPECT ELDER ABUSE OR NEGLECT, This group, sponsored and supported by the Brain Injury boxes can be purchased at cost through the Senior Services requests for assistance year round (yard requests are seasonal). CALL 1-855-444-3911. You do not need to leave your name. Association of Michigan (BIAMI), provides survivors of brain injury Department. Call for more details and eligible projects. and their caregivers the opportunity to learn more about brain ASK THE NURSE WITH POMEROY LIVING injury and related topics as well as a forum to provide and receive SKILLED REHABILITATION support. Questions: Chapter Leaders Karen or Greg Wolfe at The nurse will answer basic medical questions and offer 248-652-7924 or the Brain Injury Association of Michigan free blood pressure screenings. Ask the Nurse is meant for at 810-229-5880 suggestions only. If you need immediate attention, please visit Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month your physician. Time: 7:00PM Date: 2nd Monday each month Time: 11:00AM - 12:15PM
SENIOR SERVICES · PAGE 37 CITY CITY DIRECTORY CITY HALL EMERGENCY SERVICES 1827 N. Squirrel Road 1899 N. Squirrel Road MANAGER 248-370-9400 auburn hills COUNCIL POLICE DEPARTMENT The City Council approves the annual City The City Manager is the chief CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE Jeff Baker Thomas A. Tanghe Police Chief city council administrative officer for the City budget for all activities, adopts ordinances, City Manager 248-364-6850 approves rezoning and site plans, and also of Auburn Hills and is responsible Donald K. Grice Non-Emergency: men e 2019 mee ing s e u e for the day-to-day operations Assistant City Manager 248-370-9444 approves major purchases. 248-370-9440 Police Records: Beginning with the City Council meetings in April, the of the City. The City Manager is Fax: 248-370-9348 248-370-9460 City Council has adopted the following changes to the appointed by and serves at the Fax: 248-370-9365 pleasure of the City Council. The ASSESSOR’S OFFICE FIRE DEPARTMENT remainder of the 2019 meeting schedule. As a reminder, Bill Griffin Ellen Taylor City Manager also attends all City Assessor Fire Chief City Council meetings are open to the public and take Council meetings and reports 248-370-9436 248-364-6860 place in the Council Chamber at 7:00 p.m. Fax: 248-475-0127 Non-Emergency: directly to the City Council on all 248-370-9461 THOMAS A. TANGHE City matters. CLERK’S OFFICE Fax: 248-370-9358 CITY MANAGER Laura Pierce EMERGENCY DIAL: 911 City Clerk 248-370-9402 LIBRARY l Among other duties, the City Manager submits the annual Fax: 248-364-6719 Lawrence Marble Library Director KEVIN R. MCDANIEL JOHN BURMEISTER budget, assists in planning strategies to achieve City 3400 E. Seyburn Drive MAYOR MAYOR PRO-TEM FINANCE DEPARTMENT Council goals and to improve the quality of life in the City 248-370-9466 Michelle Schulz Fax: 248-370-9364 of Auburn Hills. He also coordinates day-to-day operations Finance Director/City Treasurer and ensures the integration of services among City 248-370-9400 Fax: 248-370-1078 DEPARTMENT OF u e ul departments, as well as helping ensure the dependable PUBLIC WORKS delivery of high quality services while conserving TREASURER’S OFFICE 1500 Brown Road community resources. 248-370-9420 Ronald J. Melchert Fax: 248-364-6786 Director of Public Works 248-391-3777 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Fax: 248-391-4895 Steven J. Cohen Utility Billing Director of Community Development 248-370-9340 u us se e e MAUREEN HAMMOND ROBERT KITTLE Phone: 248-364-6900 Fax: 248-364-6939 OUR CAMPUS Jeffrey A. Spencer FIELDSTONE GOLF Building Official CLUB 248-364-6900 1984 Taylor Road UNIVERSITY DRIVE Fax: 248-364-6949 Gordon J. Marmion Director, PGA Professional A City Hall COMMUNITY CENTER 248-370-9354 c e e e B Public Safety 1827 N. Squirrel Road Fax: 248-370-9432 248-370-9353 C Library B Fax: 248-370-9357 Sarah Lawrence D Community Center Graphic Designer E Seyburn Mansion RECREATION 1-8 Auburn Hills Brian W. Marzolf Campus Parking Director HENRY KNIGHT RON MONIZ C dece e
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