Fowlerville News & Views Online Edition March 24, 2013
Fowlerville student wins event at recent state DECA Competition A Fowlerville student won his event in the recent DECA state competition held at the Amway Grand Hotel in Grand Rapids. Connor Pryde, a senior, finished first in the Hotel & Lodging Management category. “Students do a written test at the school prior to the competition,” said Pryde. “Then at Grand Rapids there are two judging event s where you’re given a problem to solve and have 10 minutes to prepare a presentation. Then you offer your solution to a judge.” Over 2,000 high school students from across Michigan took part in the competition. DECA is a club that focuses on business marketing. Also participating from Fowlerville were Aaron Evanoff, Kayla Horton, Shane Nitz, and Bre Thumudo. Connor, whose parents are Robert and Lisa Pryde, can now compete in the Internationals to be held in Anaheim, California. He was also one of 117 Fowlerville seniors who took part in last Thursday’s ‘Senior Project Fair’. His project was a demonstration on how to play the electric guitar. “I’ve been playing the instrument since I was 11,” he said. “I mainly play by myself. I like the blues and neo-classical rock.”
Fowlerville seniors present projects at recent fair The Fowlerville High School competition gym was a beehive of activity last Thursday as the annual ‘Senior Project Fair’ took place. The 117 participating students had four broad categories that they could do a project on: a career, an academic question, a performance, or a product presentation. The results were varied and creative. They ranged from one student bringing her horse to demonstrate a career in equine massage to another showing how to become a professional poker player. There were also demonstrations on taxidermy, creating computer games, engineering, cooking, and automotive technology. Grace Morlock, shown here, offered a project on ‘Glass Works’. “I have thought about doing this as a hobby or even possibly as a career prior to researching it as my project,” she said. “There are useful products you can create like dishes as well as glass art.” Grace is planning to move to Atlanta, Georgia after graduation and attend a community college there with a focus on business. She is the daughter of John and Cathryn Morlock.
Another student from Senior Project Fair on next page
Garrett Peckens would like to become a Visually Impaired Teacher Consultant. He would modify sports for the visually impaired including kickball, hockey, volleyball, gymnastics, golf, track and field, soccer, tennis, archery, basketball, softball, baseball, wrestling, bowling and swimming. Garrett, who was born with a visual impairment, knows what it is like to learn these sports and wants to help others. He plans to attend college to get his Physical Education Teaching degree. At the present he’s looking at Lansing Community College or Western Michigan University.
Trinity United Methodist hosting Easter egg hunt & craft day on March 30 The community is invited to an Easter egg hunt and craft day on Saturday, March 30 at 10 am at Trinity United Methodist Church. All ages are welcome to join us. Come and meet the Big Brown Easter Bunny. Weather permitting, the Egg Hunt will be held outside so please dress appropriately. Following the Hunt, children are welcome to stay and make crafts. Trinity UMC is located at 8201 Iosco Rd, Fowlerville, south of Mason Rd. at the corner of Bull Run and Iosco Roads. If you have questions call the church office at 517-223-9601.
Fowlerville Junior High athletes selling AIRBEADS through April 10 Fowlerville Junior High athletes are selling the popular “AIRBEADS” now through April 10. Monies made from the sales will help with the purchase of items for the seven different sports offered at the junior high. The AIRBEADS are colorful scented beads that come in over 20 different color combinations. The clean, fresh scent will last 4 to 6 months. They are great for cars, trucks, closets, lockers, campers, baths…you can hang them anywhere! Show your school spirit, your collegiate loyalties, or match your car/home décor as you pick from the many color combinations. Cool prizes await the FJH athletes who sell at least 10 AIRBEADS. AIRBEADS are NOT sold in stores and are made in Michigan. Please say “yes” when asked to buy an AIRBEAD. AIRBEADS sell for $7 each or three (3) for $20. For more information contact the FJH athletic director Judy Recker at (517) 223-6179.
February Spartans of the Month From L to R: Ron Holbrook, Leah Nichols, Kyle Oesterle, Grace Whitehouse, Zach White, Shannon Militz, Owen Judd, Oliver McMillen, Kierstynn Holman, Karl Smith, Alyssa Arnold, Paige Wilson, Brittany Solace, Tony Morales, David Weber and Tori Simmons. Not Pictured: Karl Smith, Alyssa Arnold, Paige Wilson and Tony Morales.
Shown here are several members of the Webberville FFA accepting their National Chapter Award.
Webberville FFA named winner of National Chapter Award By Emily House During the 85th annual state convention, the Webberville FFA chapter was named the best chapter in the state. They are now ranked number one among the about 95 active FFA chapter that make up the state association. The chapter was awarded this because of their innovative ways and quality plan of activities.
“It was interesting to watch how these FFA members showed how their chapter has involved. Students that are not your typical FFA members. It is great to see accomplishments these students have strived for and the goals they have for the future of the Webberville community. The members have put a lot of time and effort to make the chapter the way it is today, “said Webberville FFA Alumni President, David Wheeler. “It is great to see how their involvement is carrying over to the strength of their chapter. Good luck to the Webberville FFA chapter in their future endeavors.” In order to receive this award the chapter had to complete a lot of hard work. An 18-page application was filled out and turned into the state in January. The state association then reviews all the applications from across the state and selects the top three. The Webberville FFA was among this top 3 for the second year straight. “It is very gratifying to see the student’s hard work pay off,” said FFA Advisor Colleen Scott Keiser. “It is a highly competitive field, when you compete against such esteemed FFA Programs like Byron and Corunna. We are honored, as a chapter, to be considered and humbled by being named the state winner.” The top three in the state then present their application in any way that they choose. The basic frame of the presentation is 10 minutes to present and 10 minutes of oral questioning with two member presenters. This year Sasha Glover and Emily House were selected to present the award to three judges. “It was a great honor being able to present this on behalf of the chapter. It was a lot of work but it definitely paid off,” said Sasha Glover. The scoring for the national chapter award is based on the application and presentation. The Webberville Chapter scored the best in these areas, receiving the awards and $100 cash prize. The application will now be sent to the national level for further review. The chapter will be recognized at the FFA National Convention next fall to walk across the national stage where they will receive a plaque for this prestigious accomplishment.
Webberville Garden Clubs display at the Lansing Home and Garden Show Webberville Garden Club and Junior Garden Club displayed at the Lansing Home and Garden Show at the MSU Pavilion March 14-17. District IIB Garden Clubs held a Standard Flower Show "What's In Your Attic". The Club hosted Saturday, March 16 and got to enjoy the afternoon enjoying all the beautiful displays. The Junior Garden Club had 24 entries in the horticulture exhibits; they brought home 2- first places, 6- second places, and 6- third places and 10- honorable mentions. All the youth have done a great job caring for their plants and should be very proud of all their hard work. The Garden Club had four members displaying horticulture and designs, bringing home 1- first place, 3- 2nd places, 1- 3rd place, and 4- honorable mentions: Julie Hath, Jet Johnson, Nancy Webb, and DeDe VanDouser.
Local farmer supports Livingston through America’s Farmers Grow Communities
By Cheryl Poch
Spring is coming – I just know it! We have lots of books to get you started in thinking about gardens, planting flowers, outdoor projects and the like. Come on in and check out some of our ‘out-doorsy’ books for inspiration and doing! Here are a few books that may pique your interest...GARDENING STEP BY STEP-Easy-to-follow advice for great results. This book is beautifully illustrated and provides low-maintenance gardens, easy pruning, vegetable gardening and more. Need to know how to make a border, plant a tree, know when the best time to plant vegetables? Then check this book out – it is filled with simple step-by-step plans for all your gardening needs and wants! Now for those who are really into gardening – we have the following: Best Garden Plans for Michigan, Gardening Month by Month in Michigan, Tree and Shrub Gardening for Michigan. Here was the thought for March – “Expect the unexpected in March. Our gardens can be under a blanket of snow one day and showing the first signs of spring the next. That is so true! So let’s move on to April and hear what the thinking on gardening is for April...”The snow melts, the garden comes to life. With all the sprouting and flowering going on, we know that spring is finally here. So come on in and check out our gardening section of the library – it’s fun just to look at the beautiful pictures and envision the possibilities. Here are some sky signals that early farmers used to read the sign language of nature. They had to know when to plant crops and how to protect them. If you see heavy dew after a fair day – you will get another fair day. If you see light dew and no wind then you can expect rain. How about sky signs? Red sky as the sunsets means fine weather the next day. Red sky in the morning – bad weather. Cloud signs – clouds growing bigger very quickly denote thunder. A fog on the fields means sun while and evening rainbow means there will be a storm coming! As I look out my office on this cold day – I see the sun peeking through the clouds. Could it be ..Spring is just around the corner? I sure hope so. Let us go “ever forward, but slowly.”
Drought-stricken farmers and rural communities receive double funding. The American Legion Post 141 and Family Impact Center will now be able to better serve their communities, thanks to the support of local farmer, Philip Ott, and America’s Farmers Grow Communities. Sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, the philanthropic arm of Monsanto Company, Grow Communities provides farmers in eligible counties the chance to win a $2,500 donation for a local nonprofit organization of their choice. To further support counties declared natural disaster areas by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) due to the drought this year, winning farmers in these counties are able to direct double donations, a total of $5,000. Livingston County was declared a disaster area by the USDA, giving Ott the opportunity to choose two organizations to receive $2,500 donations. Ott selected the American Legion Post 141 and Family Impact Center. The American Legion will use these funds to support general operating costs. The mission of Family Impact Center in Fowlerville, Michigan is to work hand in hand with local communities to help bring restoration to individuals and families in need through a variety of programs including counseling, classes and support groups. Probably the most visible program, however, is our client-choice Food Pantry, from which an average of 6 tons of food (as well as personal, paper and cleaning products) goes out to approximately 120 families a month. “This is really great that Monsanto is giving back to the communities in a time when it is so needed,” said Ott. “I have used their products for many years and I am so glad that they are giving back.” This year, the Monsanto Fund will invest nearly $6 million in rural America through Grow Communities, which includes double donations for counties impacted by the historic drought. In Michigan, $185,000 is being given across 37 counties. America’s Farmers Grow Communities is sponsored by the Monsanto Fund to partner with farmers in helping them positively impact their communities. This program is part of the Monsanto Fund’s overall effort to strengthen rural America. For a complete list of Grow Communities winners and more program information, please visit growcommunities.com.
Michigan House Report Cindy Denby, 47th District
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Julie Krisko celebrates 90th birthday Congratulations to Julie Krisko of Webberville who celebrated her 90th birthday on Valentine’s Day! Over 100 guests attended a special dinner in her honor at Spag’s Bar and Grill banquet room in Williamston on February 17. Among the guests were relatives from 7 states. Julie’s 90th birthday celebration was completed with the gift of a 10day cruise through the Panama Canal where her husband Lou was stationed during WWII. There was an on-board ceremony in which Julie tossed a red rose in the Canal in Lou’s honor. Julie and her husband Louis Krisko were born in Pennsylvania and were married in 1948 in Detroit, Michigan. They moved to the Webberville area in 1963 where they became active members of the community and St. Agnes Parish in Fowlerville. Julie and Lou have four children. Victor (Toni) Krisko of Indian River, Theresa (Fred) Wright of Springfield, Oregon, Christine (Tom) Wieland of Lansing, and Cindy (Tom) Casey of Okemos. They have five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Their family has always been the source of their greatest joy. Julie’s children would like to thank everyone who helped make their mother’s birthday special through the many cards, telephone calls, visits, gifts, and attending her birthday dinner celebration.
As the cold weather drags on, I know I am not the only one looking forward to the warmer spring and summer months. Spring and summer is a great time to explore all the great travel destinations within the Michigan. For those of you who want to explore but are not quite sure where to start I encourage you to check out the recently released Pure Michigan Travel Guide. This is a free publication that highlights interesting things to see and places to go in Michigan throughout the year. The publication features destinations for all types of travelers, including a guide of Michigan state parks and campgrounds, an events calendar, and a listing of convention and visitor bureaus and regional tourism associations. There is something for everyone from families traveling with kids to adventure seekers looking to explore the remote corners of the state. I encourage you to visit www.Michigan.org/travelguide to request your free print or digital travel guide and to explore all the Pure Michigan has to offer. *** The Michigan Department of Community Health Explore Lab Science Program is hosting a virtual science fair for elementary, middle and high schools students around the state. Interested students are encouraged to explore a science topic, record a video and submit it to the Explore Lab Science Program. This is a great opportunity for local students to showcase their science projects. The three categories are broken down by grade level: K through 4th grade students are eligible for the Lab Kids category, 5th through 8th grade students are eligible for the Atomic Kids category, and 9th through 12th grade students are eligible for the Lab Teens category. The winners will be announced on April 12. The top three entries in each category will receive medals and certificates. The first place winner will also receive a customized lab coat. This a great program offered by MDCH to encourage students interest in lab science at an early age. I encourage all those interested to get more information at www.michigan.gov/explorelabscience. ***
OFFICE HOURS: Administration Office 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Counseling Office 6:00 am - 2:30 pm *** IMPORTANT DATES: Mar. 29--Holiday Break April 8--Return to School *** FHS DECA (marketing) students: Aaron Evanoff, Kayla Horton, Shane Nitz, Connor Pryde and Bre Thumudo; attended competitions in Grand Rapids last weekend with 3,500 other students from around Michigan. They were competing in various marketing events hoping to get the chance to compete at International's in Anaheim, CA. Here they would compete against students from all over the North Atlantic. I am VERY proud to tell you that Connor Pryde won his event in Hotel & Lodging Management! We are very excited and looking forward to traveling to Anaheim at the end of April!! When you see him, please wish him the best! *** The Fowlerville High School Art Department is pleased to announce 10 winners in this years Scholarship Alert Competition! Scholarship Alert is a prestigious juried art competition held at the Lansing Art Gallery for area high school students. The following students had their art work selected: Abigail Tipper, Michael Payton, Zella Patrick, Brandon Chandler, Sheridan Heath, Shelby Gregg, Savanna Reske, Alyssa Westlake, Isabella Sebastian, and Brendan Bowers, who won the William Davis Memorial Award for a $100.00. The artwork will be on display at the Lansing Art Gallery April 3-26, 2013. The Lansing Art Gallery, 119 North Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933 *** Students, if you have not bought your yearbook yet, you have until March 31 to buy it online. There are only 50 copies left reserved and they are going fast. After that date, the website will be closed. Go to smart-pay.com to reserve yours now or visit the school's website and follow the link. *** On Friday, May 17 any Fowlerville High School Senior that has applied to LCC is invited to go on a field trip to West Campus to take all of their placement tests, meet with an advisor to schedule classes, take a campus tour, and enjoy a healthy lunch!! The LCC bus will pick students up at the high school at 8:00 am. Please contact Mrs. Petit in the Fowlerville High School Counseling Office if you have questions, or would like to sign up for the trip. petitj@fvl.k12.mi.us or call (517) 223-6106. ***
Any seniors who would like to earn their "RED" cord for graduation, make sure you give blood at a local blood drive Log on to redcrossblood.org to check out local blood drives in the area. The next blood drive at the high school will be Friday, May 17. Seniors need to donate blood at least 3 times and have their donor card stamped to receive a cord. See Mrs. Hardenbrook if you any questions. *** Senior parents to order your cap, gowns and announcements go to www.migradgear.com *** Parents having trouble using Zangle to view grades, email questions to connect@fvl.k12.mi.us. *** Target – Take Charge of Education–Through Take Charge of Education, families, teachers and members of the community have an easy way to raise money for our school. When you sign up and designate Fowlerville High School, Target donates up to 1% of every purchase you make with your RED card (Target® Visa® Credit Card, Target Credit Card or Target check Card) to our school. If you shop at Target stores and use their cards, please consider designating Fowlerville High School to receive the Target 1% donation!
Webberville Garden Club News The Webberville Garden Club held its first meeting of the year on March 14 at the Webberville Spartan Center. Vice President Bill Wheeler leading us in the devotional opened the meeting and then President Jet Johnson started the business meeting. The club read thank yous from the Webberville Food Bank for the donations that were given last Christmas and thank yous for sunshine given over the winter months. The club adopted a new budget year and approved the budget for the New Year. Jet discussed the programs for the upcoming year and talked about all the comments on the downtown planters, lots of people enjoyed the greens over the holidays and we will be getting them cleaned up for preparation for the Spring plantings. The group was asked to help with the planning of the April meeting, as we will be hosting Intercity at the Webberville Cultural Center on April 17. Ann Evans had made a beautiful tribute to Alice Lott, as she is our last founding member of the club that was founded in 1972. The club would not be where it is today without all the support and love that Alice has and continues to put into it. Alice has taught us all so much and we have always loved the minute with Alice as she used to give us all a lesson at the meetings. A big thanks to you Alice from all of your garden club friends. Thank you to Jeannie Bosworth and Julie Hath for hosting. The next meeting will be on April 17 with a continental breakfast and luncheon at the Webberville Cultural Center hosting the Intercity clubs.
Outside of school, Zach enjoys playing football, playing his Xbox (Especially Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion), and working out. He loves to travel with his parents and see new places. One of his fondest memories is going to Great Wolf Lodge with his best friend for his tenth birthday— “We had the best time together. I haven’t seen him in a while, but that’s what I always remember.” Zach’s favorite movie is Ted, and he enjoys listening to A Day to Remember and reading the Captain Underpants novels (who wouldn’t?). When asked about Zach his friend Trevor Donal told us, “I like how he works hard in anything that he does.” That’s something to be proud of, Zach. Again, congratulations on being Student of the Week!
Student of the Week--Zach Peterson By Josh Schaefer
Congratulations to this week’s Student of the Week, Zach Peterson! Zack, a Senior at Fowlerville High School, is the son of two successful small business owners, and is currently taking Physics, Marketing, College Prep English, Gym II, German, and Pre-Calculus. His favorite class is German, because he’s always had a passion for it and enjoys learning and speaking it. Zach’s favorite teacher is Mr. Wallace, because he was one of Zach’s football coaches and is always pushing him to be a better person. Mrs. Collins, Zach’s German teacher, says, “He is so polite and mature and a positive addition to class! He has high standards for himself and I've seen no slacking from him at all even though he's a senior taking an elective (for this) class. He truly values learning and trying to be the best he can be!” After high school, Zach plans on attending Walsh University, on a scholarship to play football. He plans on majoring in something related to strength training. One of Zach’s favorite parts of Fowlerville High School is the people—“everyone is warm and inviting,” he says. However, if he could change one thing, it would be to include more specified classes related to health and strength training. To the underclassmen, Zach has this to say: “Make the most of every day here—you’re gonna miss it.” As a senior, Zach says he will definitely miss playing football for the varsity team. He plans to finish out his high school career by getting all A’s—or pretty close to it.
Important Information for the 2012- 2013 School Year: March 28– End of Marking Period March 29– April 5– Spring Break April 11– ½ day school Parent/Teacher Conferences April 26– No School Teacher Professional Development May 2- 4th Grade Play 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Alverson Center for Performing Arts May 1 & 2– Limo rides for Kreeger students that sold $200.00 or more during the Frankenmuth Fundraiser May 23- Volunteer Tea May 27– Memorial Day No School *** Box Tops, VG Receipts, Campbell Soup Labels: Remember to keep collecting Tyson A+ labels, Vg's receipts, and Campbell's labels, in addition to Box Tops! *** Meijer’s Community Rewards and Target Program: Kreeger Elementary is enrolled in the Meijer’s Community Rewards Program. When you apply for a Meijer’s Credit Card or Meijer’s Guest Card, be sure to use the Kreeger number 199139. The Meijer’s Corporation supports schools by returning a portion of qualified customer purchases to the school! When using the Target program remember to mention Kreeger Elementary. Remember, “Every little bit helps!” Thanks for your support. *** Frankenmuth Fundraiser Limo Rides: Limo rides have been scheduled for those students that have sold $200 or more in our Frankenmuth Fundraiser for May 1 and 2. Those students will have a limo ride and lunch at Wendy’s. We will send home notes, as the dates get closer.
Wolves at Our Door? DO we have wolves at our door? Hardly! Even in those infrequent places in our remote Upper Peninsula, places that have been at the center of the controversy of whether to have a wolf hunt in Michigan, seeing an occasional wolf from the back door might be more like it. Before saying anything about this subject I’ve tried to do a lot of reading on the subject as well as keeping emotion out of why my opinion has come to be. And let me say too that I am not a trained scientist in such matters but do certainly believe that solutions to such controversies should be left in the hands of scientists. But if just a little emotion should creep into the scientific reports, so be it. For hundreds of years the only things we heard about wolves were that they were dangerous killers that killed for the sake of killing and had no redeeming qualities about them. That hogwash appeared in supposedly quality outdoor publications and even in children’s stories as undeniable truth! Thankfully, we know better now, so let’s not forget it. We also know now that “animal rights” groups such as P.E.T.A. and others have and will continue to jump into this fray because it seems to fit their unsubstantiated positions on all animals. So let’s remember these things as we let science work. For my part, I was an early wolf supporter, reading Rolf Olin Peterson’s “Wolf Ecology and Prey Relationships on Isle Royale” before trudging the trails of that island in the early 1960s. I even volunteered to search out wolf kills and report to the National Park Services. One of the reasons was that I just wanted to see a wild wolf or hear one howl. I had to strike out on my own at night finally, just to hear the latter. That year the population of wolves on the island stood at 51, and they were so “dangerous” I couldn’t get near one! So I went home and read “Of Wolves and Men” by Barry Holstun Lopez. I challenge anyone who wants to shoot a wolf to read that first. Since those early days my wife and I have both seen and heard wolves up in Alaska and I was treated to a “close up and personal” sighting of a half grown wolf pup just as a friend and I crossed from Minnesota into Canada. The youngster wasn’t more than 50 feet in front of my truck. Now there are lots of good books on wolves in most libraries. To be knowledgeable about the species we all
need to read a few and then do our best to see that the correct findings are discovered and policies put into effect. And now, we shouldn’t forget about the farmers who have lost livestock and the sportsmen who have lost dogs to wolves. What we need to remember is the work that went into the reintroduction of the wolf into our state. There was long and hard consideration before any of the animals were introduced. And controls were included. It’s just that there has not been an adequate time lapse to allow applying those controls and determining whether they will work. The Natural Resources Commission has done an excellent job overall of management of game in Michigan and wolves have been listed as game. There are steps to be taken before we start blaming the wolf for being a wolf. We can help farmers and hunters to learn how to solve their own problems with losses. We can allow them permits to shoot problems. We can involve our native people to the solution and we can do what we said we’d do in the first place, give science time. What we absolutely should not do is turn hundreds of gun crazy hunters loose on our 700 Michigan wolves. That would undo one of the finest wildlife projects we’ve ever had in the state!
Relay For Life hosting fundraiser dinner at Ellie’s Country Kitchen April 7 Bring the family to Sunday dinner at Ellie's and help celebrate more birthdays in the world. Relay For Life of Williamston and Webberville will be hosting a spaghetti buffet dinner at Ellie's Country Kitchen, 130 E. Grand River, Williamston on Sunday, April 7 from 3 to 7 pm. Dinner will include a spaghetti buffet and beverage for only $8.50 per person. Dessert is available for an additional cost. A portion of each meal, along with all tips, will go to Relay For Life of Williamston and Webberville. Relay team members will be serving, cleaning tables and helping in any other way they can to make this dinner fun and enjoyable for all. Take the evening off from cooking and bring the family out to help fight cancer so we can help more people continue to celebrate birthdays each year. Relay For Life of Williamston and Webberville will take place 4 pm. to 4 pm. May 3-4 at the Williamston Football Field/Track. If you have questions about dinner or Relay For Life please contact Diane: granofblakes@yahoo.com, Kelly Feinberg 517-6641438 or kelly.feinberg@cancer.org Thank-you for your support!
Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library Follow us on Facebook & www.fowlervillelibrary.org. Registration usually opens 2 weeks prior to the event unless otherwise noted. *** The Library will be closed Friday, March 29 in observance of Good Friday. We will be open Saturday, March 30 from 10am-2pm. *** Great Library Egg Hunt: Wednesday, Mar. 27, 5:30pm. Kids 4yrs-5th grade. Listen to bunny related stories, and then find eggs and prizes hidden around the library! The hunt will be outdoors, depending on the weather, please dress accordingly! *You must register to attend. Register in person at the Circulation Desk. Registration opens March 13. *** Skippyjon Jones Celebration: Wednesday, Apr. 4, 5:30pm Kids 4yrs-5th grade. Holy Jalapeno! We’re celebrating everyone’s favorite Kitty-Boy with stories, games, and a craft based on the beloved children’s book series! *You must register to attend. Register in person at the Circulation Desk. Registration is underway. *** Girl’s “Spa Party” Lock-In: Saturday, Apr 6 9pm-8am. Jr. & High School. Enjoy a night of pampering at the library during an all-night spa party. We’ll watch fun romantic comedies, play “Just Dance” on the Wii, and make some cool take home projects! Late night pizza, pop, and snacks provided. *You must register to attend. Register in person at the Circulation Desk. Take a “What to Bring” list and make sure you have a program permission slip on file to attend. Registration is open. *** National Library Week: April 14-20. “Communities Matter” at Your Library! Celebrate with us! We are doing a Food for Fines campaign for Gleaner’s Food Bank this week to celebrate. Bring in your non-perishable food items and we will take $1 off you overdue fines, with a limit of 5 items for $5 off your fines. *Not applicable to fines that are in collections. *** Discover the Tarot: Thursday, Apr. 18 6pm. Adults. Join Rev. Sherry for a Tarot reading workshop. Everyone will learn how to give a 3-5card reading to another class member (you will receive a reading from someone too!). There will be a variety of Tarot Decks to use for class purposes, but feel free to bring your own deck if you have one! *Seating is limited to 8 attendees, so register early to attend. Register in person at the Circulation Desk beginning April 4th. There is a $5 refundable cash deposit at registration for this program. ***
Teen Advisory Council: Monday, Apr. 22 6pm. Teens 6th12th grades. Calling all teens! Join Miss Beth to assist planning the details of your Summer Reading Program. Details that we will discuss are program ideas, weekly prizes, end of the program prizes, and reading logs. Refreshments will be served. *You must register to attend. Register in person at the Circulation Desk or call 2239089. Registration opens April 8. *** Announcing a New Lending Program: American Girl Dolls. Kids 4 years-5th grade. Join us in celebrating the launch of our new program May 13-18 with tons of American Girl activities this week! The American Girl dolls will be available to borrow Saturday May 18. Planned activities include a Name a “Choose Your Own Adventure” Contest beginning Monday with the winner drawn on Friday. American Girl books will be available to “Read to Duchess” on Monday at 3:30, followed by a screening of an American Girl movie at 5. Tuesday, join us for a super silly American Girl “Mad Libs” program at 4:30. Wednesday’s activity will be an American Girl “Tea Party” at 5. Thursday, create jewelry at our fun American Girl “Jewelry Craft” program beginning at 4pm. *There is limited seating for these programs. You must register to attend each program. Registration opens April 29.
Kensington Valley Senior Softball League begins May 28 Come out and join the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority team for the Kensington Valley Senior Softball League All participants must be 55 years or older to be able to play. Registrations will be taken on an individual basis and teams will be formed accordingly. The league includes 12 games plus a season ending tournament, balls, team uniform, and scorebook. All teams will be required to pay the umpires $12 prior to each game. Home games will be played at the Howell High School Freshman Campus while away games will be played in Northville, Novi, and South Lyon. Please note that games could be played on a different date than advertised if a rain-out occurs. All games will be played under ASA rules. Cost is $45 per player. League runs on Tuesdays from May 28 to August 20 at 10:00am. For more information, or to register, please contact the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority at 517/546-0693 ext. 0 or visit www.howellrecreation.org.
Area Death—
Derrick Morris Derrick Morris, age 52, of Fowlerville, died on March 17, 2013. He was born March 26, 1960 in Detroit to Lawrence P. Morris and Carolyn L. Savage. He graduated from Southfield High School and attended Oakland College. He worked in construction. Derrick survived 29 years with a severe closed head injury due to excellent family care. He is survived by his parents, 2 sisters: Pamela (Dean) Drake and Loretta (Dennis) Yezbeck. Sister-in-Law: Susan Morris, Many nieces and nephews, one great-niece. He was preceded in death by brother Kurt Morris in 2009. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Niblack Funeral Home with his brother-in-law Dean Drake officiating. Memorial Contributions may be made to Livingston Hospice. www.niblackfuneralhome.com.
Webberville Elementary School collecting newspapers through May The students of Webberville Elementary School are collecting newspapers as a fundraiser. Papers may be dropped off at the front building entrance at 202 N. Main Street (top right of the steps) through May 2013. Please secure and stack the papers in heavy bags or boxes. Papers are picked up the last day each month!
Classroom supply grant program application available to K-8 teachers Howell Bowl-E-Drome and Kids Bowl Free, the summer bowling program that provides 2 FREE games of bowling every day all summer are teaming up to help educators offset their growing out of pocket expenses. Starting in March 2013 educators can start to apply to receive one of the 500-$200 classroom supply grants being offered by the Bowling To Teachers Classroom Supply Grant program. Kids Bowl Free has been working closely with teachers, school administrators and bowling centers over the past four summers to help provide a safe, fun activity for children while they are on summer break. Many teachers have expressed their concern of budget cuts and the inability to have all of the teaching aids they need for their students to have the best learning environment possible. The Bowling To Teachers program is a small step to helping 500 teachers improve their learning experience for their students. Grant applications will be accepted from certified K-8 teachers from all U.S. states, the District of Columbia and the Provinces of Canada, excluding Quebec. K-8 certified teachers teaching in public, private, charter or parochial schools may apply. “Bowling To Teachers” currently does not offer grants to pre-school or home school instructors. For teachers that would like to apply they just need to visit www.BowlingToTeachers.com and complete the short grant application. 100 grants per month will be awarded in March, April, August, September and October 2013. Kids Bowl Free.com and over 1,000 participating bowling centers from coast to coast have teamed up to provide kids with 2 FREE games of bowling every day all summer over the past four summers. Howell Bowl-EDrome provides the Kids Bowl Free-2 FREE game program as a way to give back to our community for all of their support throughout the school year and winter months. Bowl-E-Drome is partnering with schools, churches and businesses to distribute information now so that families can register online for the Kids Bowl Free program in their community. In the summer of 2012 over 1.8 million youth participated and to date in excess of 6.8 million children have taken advantage of this great program that provides a fun way to be active while becoming exposed to a lifetime sport with many benefits. For more information please contact Jerry Hudson at Howell Bowl-E-Drome (517) 546-0820 or email bowledrome@aol.com.
The department responded to assist EMS on Meadowview Lane in the Village at 7:19 p.m., Monday, March 18.
Livingston Historic Society News
Zac & Carli Vaupel announce birth of son, Everett Zachary Zac and Carli Vaupel of Royal Oak, Michigan are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Everett Zachary. He was born February 25, 2013 at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak weighing 7 pounds 9 ounces and was 20 inches long. His big sister Vivienne also welcomed him home. Grandparents are Ward and Peggy Dey and Hank and Cathy Vaupel, all of Fowlerville.
Crossroads United Methodist observing Holy Week with special services Everyone is welcome as Crossroads United Methodist Church celebrates Holy Week with special services. The church is at the corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads, north of Williamston and east of Haslett. Services will be held at 7 p.m. Good Friday, March 29, marking Jesus’ capture in the Garden of Gethsemane and his crucifixion. Jesus’ subsequent resurrection will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. services Easter morning, March 31. Leading both services will be Pastor Rick Foster. For more details please call the church at 517/655-1466, email at office@crossroadsofwilliamston.org, and see the website at www.crossroadsofwilliamston.org.
Fowlerville Fire Report The department responded to six emergencies this week. Friday, March 15 at 7:49 a.m. a medical emergency on Sharpe Road in Handy Township was reported. Firefighters were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with injuries on Grand River at Cemetery Road in Handy Township at 11:37 a.m. Saturday, March 16. Personnel assisted EMS on Grand River in Handy Township at 5:33 p.m. At 5:46 p.m. the department responded to a medical emergency on Crofoot Road in Iosco Township. A medical emergency on Grand River in the Village was reported at 10:29 p.m., Sunday, March 17.
The Livingston Historic Society met on Thursday, March 7 and voted on two separate activities to fund continued restoration of the buildings located on the Fowlerville Fairgrounds. Plans are being made for a rummage sale to be held in the late spring/early summer and donations are being sought from area residents. For those interested in supporting the society, please consider donating your unwanted or unneeded items. Items needing to be donated soon can be stored on site, or members are able to pick up donations; residents can call (517) 223-3548 to make arrangements. While cleaning out after this long winter, items such as books, toys, kitchen items, decorations, furniture, linens, fashion accessories, hardware, arts and crafts supplies, recreation equipment are all welcome additions for the rummage sale. Watch here for the date and further details. The Historic Society will also have a booth at the Fowlerville Farmer's Market beginning in May. Handcrafted items, homemade baked goods, raffle tickets for the annual quilt, unique collectibles and information on the historic buildings will all be available each week. Stop and meet committee members and learn more about efforts to preserve remaining structures of early Livingston County. Other business discussed at the meeting included the continuing development of the historic building rental agreement; inclusion in the Historic Michigan Travel Guide, a publication of the Michigan Historic Society; ending the relationship between the committee and LanTrak, a model train club; serving as a sponsor for the area 4-H group; developing connections with other organizations for support and information; and additional fund-raising possibilities and advertisement. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fair office. New members and ideas are always welcome.
Webberville Elementary holding preschool registration April 11-12 Attention parents of preschoolers! Webberville Elementary is holding registration for our preschool programs on April 11 from 6:00-7:30 and on April 12 from 9:00 to 1:00. Research solidly confirms that a good preschool education is an important piece of future school success. We want to make sure that all of the three and four year olds who live in Webberville have the best start to their school careers! The registration will take place outside the elementary library. Parents wishing to register should bring a birth certificate, social security card, and immunization record.
Please call 521-3071 extension 225 if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT DATES: March 25 & 26 – Hearing Screening For Kindergarten & 2nd Grade (See More Info Below) March 25– Fundraiser Orders and Payments Are Due Today March 27-Family Fun Reading Night 5:30-7:00** March 28 – End of 3rd quarter March 29 – Spring Break Begins April 7 – Spring Break Ends April 8 – School Resumes April 8-12 – Book Fair: see times below April 9- Art Night 5:00-7:00 April 11 – Fundraiser Order Delivery Date April 11– ½ Day of School For All Students K-12 (Dismissal time for Elementary is 12:18 pm) April 11– Parent Teacher Conferences From 1:00 – 4:00 pm and 5:00 – 7:30 pm *** Hearing Screening Kindergarten & 2nd Grade–The Livingston County Health Department will be at Smith Elementary to do Hearing Screenings of all Kindergarten and 2nd Grade Students on March 25 & 26. Please read the information below to see if it applies to your child. Please call the School if: You have a concern and it is not your child's scheduled year for screening. You do not want your child screened. Call (517) 223-6430 and ask for Laura Please call the Health Department if: Your child has a programmable shunt. Call (517) 546-9850 and ask for the Hearing & Vision Coordinator. *** **Family Fun Reading Night will be held on WEDNESDAY March 27 from 5:30-7:00pm. This annual event celebrates March is Reading Month. This year we are focusing on the Four R’s for Earth: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, READ! Bring a book to share in the Book Walk, Wear P.J.s and read with family in the Library, Make a special bookmark for your favorite book, and Listen to our guest readers. We are looking for volunteers. If you can help out, please email PTC at htsmithptc@gmail.com or call the school office at 517-223-6430. *** We Are Looking For More Volunteers -We need volunteers to work the “Story Laboratory” book fair during the week of April 8 through April 12. Book Fair Hours will be as follows: Monday 10:00 – 4:00, Tuesday 8:30 – 4:00 & 5:00 – 7:00, Wednesday 8:30 – 4:00, Thursday 8:30 – 4:00 & 5:00 – 7:30, Friday 8:30 – 12:00. If you
would like to help out and have fun at the same time please call the Smith Office at 517-223-6430. All proceeds from this book fair will go toward our school library. *** “The Goodies Factory” Fundraiser Info–Our spring fundraiser ends on March 25. All orders and monies are due on March 25. Make checks payable to: Smith PTC. Delivery Date is April 11th, which will coincide with conference day. Remember to keep the Pink copy of order form for your records, so you know who placed and order and what they ordered. Turn Yellow and White copy into school. Make sure your child’s name and teacher name appear on the order form. Funds raised through this activity will assist us in replacing, repairing, and purchasing much needed equipment for our classroom sound systems. *** Kindergarten Round Up Continues For 2013/2014 School Year–If you missed the 2 day event for Kindergarten Round Up don’t worry, that doesn’t mean we are finished “Rounding Up” Kindergarteners for this coming school year. You may still enroll your child Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Smith Office. You may pre-enroll your child on line. Go to fowlervilleschools.org click on the “New Student Enrollment” link. You must print a complete copy of the pre-enrollment section and the enrollment section after entering your information. Bring that copy with you to the office. We cannot retrieve the enrollment later so you must print it right after you finish entering the information. There are 2 sections of entry (approximately 14 + pages total). If you do not have access to a computer or printer you are welcome to enroll at the Smith office. Please come prepared to enroll with your child’s Birth Certificate (*see the revised school code regarding age eligibility below), Current Immunization Record, Vision Screening after 3 Years of Age and Proof of Residency (Proof of Residency items should include a Driver’s License and 2 additional pieces, such as a bill, statement, lease or purchase agreement, etc.) If you would like to have your child’s vision screening done at the Livingston County Health Department, call 517-546-9850 after May 13 to schedule an appointment. FREE Vision Screening Appointments are available June, July and August 2013. If you have any questions regarding Kindergarten enrollment please call Laura at 517-223-6430. *** *Please take note of the revised school code regarding new age eligibility for Kindergarten Round Up below: For the 2013-2014 school year, a child may be enrolled in kindergarten if the child is at least 5 years of age on or before November 1, 2013. If a child is not 5 years of age on or before November 1, but will be 5 not later than December 1, the parent or legal guardian of that child may enroll the child in kindergarten for that school year if the parent or legal guardian notifies the school district in writing not later than June 1.
*** Remember that Smith Elementary Loves Box Tops and VG Receipts! - There are contest run throughout the school year for Box Tops and students should turn in their box tops to their classroom teacher so they can keep track of the running totals. The Office is the collection area for VG Receipts. Please stop in anytime to drop off your receipts, we would love to see you! *** Information Regarding Bus Transportation–During inclement weather, we may have to use a “Main Road Only” bus stop plan. Your bus driver has established a designated road/stop for you to meet the bus. When this announcement has been made it will be posted VIA, Fowlerville Schools Website, WHMI radio station, Phone Master and Mass Email. Please make sure that your information is up to date. Your child will be bringing home a note with the information for times and stops. Thank you for your support and effort to help us safely transport your children to school. Doreen Redinger – Transportation Supervisor 517-223-6122.
Capital Area Library Events March 25 – 31, 2013 WEBBERVILLE Down Memory Lane Reminiscers Adults -Date: 3/26/2013 -Start Time: 2:00 PM Description: Join our new reminiscing group to share information, memories, fellowship and refreshments. Today's topic: Michigan Barn Preservation Network, presented by Jack Worthington, MBPN Board member Creation Challenge (Age 8 & up) Date: 3/27/2013 - Start Time: 3:15 PM Description: We challenge you to create something new with the random items we provide (while supplies last). Library: Webberville (WE) Scrabble Club Adults - Date: 3/28/2013 -Start Time: 6:30 PM Description: Our informal club for adults welcomes players of all skill levels in a relaxed, low-key atmosphere. WILLIAMSTON eBook Basics* Adults -Date: 3/26/2013 - Start Time: 5:00 PM Description: Learn how to search for and download eBooks to your eReader, PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone (visit cadl.org/downloads for a list of devices). If you have a portable device, bring it with you. *Registration required; call 517-655-1191 Early Literacy Playtime (Ages 1-5) Date: 3/28/2013 - Start Time: 11:00 AM Description: Playtimes are designed to be more active than traditional story times. These sessions feature games and activities that help young children develop early literacy skills.
Owen Judd named Webberville Rotary Student for March Quarter Senior Owen Jeffrey Judd is the Webberville Secondary Schools’ Rotary Student of the Quarter for March. He is the son of Jeff and Sandy Judd of Webberville. Owen is currently ranked third in his class and has a 3.994 grade point average. His favorite classes have been U.S. and World History because he enjoys learning about past cultures and events. This year’s classes include a Mythology class through LCC, Anatomy/Physiology, Calculus, and Advanced Placement U.S. History. Owen has participated in many activities throughout his high school career. He has been a member of National Honor Society, Project ROOTS, Student Council, and FFA. He has been on the basketball, baseball, and football teams. He was named a team captain in both basketball and football. He was also selected as NHS Vice President and won departmental awards in math, English, and science. The most influential individual in Owen’s life has been his cousin Andrew. “He showed me how to act,” Owen explains. “He was a hard worker, always willing to help others, funny, genuine, and basically just the coolest person I knew.” In his spare time, Owen plays basketball and other sports, reads, or hangs out with friends or family. The motto that
he said describes his outlook best is Hakuna Matata. It is a Swahili phrase akin to the saying, “No worries.” Owen says, “Obviously I have problems I have to deal with, but I don’t let them bring me down.” The modern celebrity who inspires Owen is New Jersey Governor James “Chris” Christie. “He doesn’t simply follow his party’s views; he fights for his own beliefs. I’m not saying that I agree with all of them, but I like that he is willing to go against his party for what he believes will help his constituents.”
WEBBERVILLE SCHOOLS DISTRICT NEWS Spring Break–Webberville Community Schools will be on spring break from Monday, April 1 – Friday, April 5. School will resume on Monday, April 8. *** Mobile Dentists–The Mobile Dentists will be at Webberville Schools on April 17 and 18 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM. Children ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years old may be seen. They accept Medicaid and private insurance. There are also grants available as well as subsidized fees. If you have any questions, or need the registration forms, please contact Kerry Frawley at 5213071 ext: 204 or kfrawley@webbervilleschools.org. *** WJAA Registration-WJAA Baseball and Softball registration is open for players and coaches. Please go to wjaasports.com and register today! Practices will begin in April for both sports. *** LTBF Memorial Day Run-The Lest They Be Forgotten 5K run/walk and 10K run is on Monday, May 27. The entry fee for adults is $20.00 and for children under 14 it is $12.00. For more information contact Dan McCoy, Race Director, 517-468-1644, email: mccoy51@tds.net or visit our website at: http://www.webbervilleschools.org/funrun. You may also register on line at: http://www.active.com.
WEBBERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mini-Relay for Life–The annual Mini-Relay for Life will be held on Thursday, March 28 at 3:15PM in the elementary multi-purpose room. Students will walk and raise money to help support the American Cancer Society. *** Family Reading Night–Family Reading Night will take place on Thursday, March 28 in the elementary school. Families are encouraged to attend and spend some time reading books together and listen to special guest readers read their favorite book. The evening is from 6:00PM – 7:30PM and begins in the elementary gym. ***
Easter Egg Hunt–The Webberville Lions Club is hosting their annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 30. The Easter egg hunt takes place on the athletic fields behind the high school and is open to children preschool age – 3rd grade. The event starts at 11:00AM. Prizes will be awarded. Come out and find that special egg! *** Kindergarten Round-Up–Calling all members of the Class of 2025! If your child turns 5 on or before November 1, 2013, they can enroll in kindergarten. Parents are encouraged to call the elementary school office at 5213071, ext 200, to reserve a time on Friday, April 12. You will need to bring your child’s birth certificate, immunization record, social security number and proof of residence (utility bill). We look forward to welcoming our new Webberville STARS!
WEBBERVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL MS/HS Yearbooks–Yearbooks are now on sale. They are full color and cost $50 each. If you would like to order one, please see any journalism student or Ms. Scott-Keiser. Checks should be made out to Webberville Community Schools. *** FFA Banquet–The annual FFA Banquet will take place on Thursday, March 28 at 6:00PM in the secondary cafeteria. Make plans to attend and join in celebrating all the achievements of the Webberville chapter members this school year. *** Softball Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser-Friday, March 29 from 5:30 to 7:00PM. Tickets will be pre-sold at $8 for an individual and $25 for a family. Please see a HS softball player or contact the athletic office to purchase tickets. Dinners can be picked up to go. If you are unable to attend, you may purchase a meal to be donated to a person/family in need. *** Middle School Spring Sports–Practice for middle school students participating in a spring sport begins on Monday, April 8. All athletes must have a sports physical before they will be allowed to participate in practice. *** Middle School Musical–The middle school musical theater students will perform “Alice in Wonderland Jr.” on Friday, April 12 for one show only at 6:00PM. Tickets will be available at the door for $5 each. Don’t miss your opportunity to see this performance!
troubleshooting, cleaning parts, and rebuilding pumps. Recently he has taken on greater responsibility meeting with state inspectors to assess the state requirements. Through the FFA he has been able to build a sustainable SAE and receive the honor of being the state winner in the Ag Mechanics Placement competition. “I am very pleased with Gabe’s diligence and focus in developing his SAE, his superior record keeping, and the career specific skills he has developed,” said agriscience teacher Colleen Scott Keiser. “Gabe has been an outstanding leader in the Webberville FFA and we very pleased to showcase his talents. He is a very deserving candidate.”
Webberville Friends of the Library holding quarterly meeting April 1
Webberville FFA’s Gabe Marshall recognized as Ag Mechanics State winner By Alyssa Arnold
Webberville FFA had one of its members honored at the 2013 Michigan FFA State Convention. One of the members, Gabe Marshall, was a state winner in his Ag Mechanics Placement competition. Marshall was presented with a plaque and cash award at the convention for all of his hard work. Marshall started in October filling out the long and tedious application to become the state winner in his placement competition. There were many expectations that he had to meet to get this award. Out of all the proficiency applications that were submitted to the state only 19 people were selected as state winners. He was presented with a plaque as well as a video that showcased his Ag mechanic SAE as well as a cash award. “Being the state winner was an honor and really showed that all my hard work paid off. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without the help of my teachers, family, and peers,” said Marshall. Marshall’s SAE was jumpstarted by a $1,000 Kohler Engine SAE Grant that only two applicants in the nation receive. During his junior year, he invested the grant money in a tool set and undertook the repair and refurbishing of an International 475 Disc with his uncle. “It was a proud moment to see Gabe grow and achieve goals that he has set and be the state gold winner in ag mechanics. Gabe is a young man who has developed his SAE to provide him with future career opportunities,” said FFA alumni, Bill Wheeler. Another part of Marshall’s SAE is his placement at Velocity Pumps where he performs electrical wiring,
The Friends of the Webberville Library will hold its quarterly meeting on Monday, April 1 at 1 p.m. in the library. Topics for discussion will be evaluating the recent new books giveaway and Dr. Suess Night. Head Librarian Peg Mawby will be updating us on upcoming programs including plans for the April 13 euchre tournament fund raiser and for summer reading. The Friends group is always seeking new members. Cost of an individual membership is $3 or $6 for a family. You can pick up a membership form at the Webberville Library.
Webberville Elementary holding Kindergarten Round-up on April 12 Webberville Elementary is holding its Kindergarten Round-up on Friday, April 12. Children turning 5 years old on or before Nov. 1. 2013 are invited to enroll. Please call the Elementary School Office at 527-521-3071, ext. 200 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to reserve your registration time. Come and join the Fun. We look forward to meeting our newest STARS!
Fundraiser for Williamston concert series being held April 26 A Las Vegas Night at the Brookshire Inn will be held on Friday, April 26. This is a musical fundraiser to support the Thursday Night Summer Concert Series in McCormick Park. The event includes dinner and live music featuring “Elvis”. Dinner is at 7 pm with live dinner music, a variety show at 8 pm with live band. Cost is $30/person, $60/couple. Sponsored by the Williamston Area Beautification Fund (WABF). WABF is a 501c3, can be used as a federal deduction. Sponsorships are also available. Contact 517-490-6243 or email hdahlstrom@aol.com.
Important Dates: March 29 – Fri. April 5—Spring Recess April 11--½ Day of School/Parent Teacher Conferences April 12--Black and White Dance, 2:30 pm *** IMPORTANT: Student pick up and drop off is to be in the circle drive only. We've had many vehicles driving through the staff parking lot and it's causing a significant safety concern. Thank you for helping us to make these busy times as safe as possible! *** SPORTS FOR WEEK OF MARCH 25: TRACK practice for 7th & 8th grade boys & girls continues each day after school in the FJH gym from 2:304:30 pm. There is still plenty of time and plenty of room to join the team. Parental questions can be directed to the head coaches: Girls=Heidi Wash-223-6263 or Boys=Jon Jolin – 223-6161. As soon as weather permits, teams will practice out of doors. It is imperative that track athletes have sweatshirts and sweat pants, as well as, headgear and gloves for practices outside. Lockers are available in the FJH locker rooms; students must furnish their own lock. Check with coaches for practice schedules over the next two weeks due to conferences. FIRST FJH TRACK MEET IS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17; 4:30 pm at HOME! *** Questions about Field trips? Please contact the following for each grade. 6th grade……Mrs. Sinke/Mrs. Messner………223-6259 7th grade……Mrs. Mathis…………………….223-6171 8th grade……Mrs. Miller……………………..223-6221 ***
Students from Mrs. Smith's Science Explorations class had the opportunity to create mousetrap cars during their exploration class time 2nd quarter. After an intense battle, the two-man team won the overall competition. Great work guys! *** Vision Screening for all 7th grade and Special Education students will take place Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday April 17. Any child not scheduled for screening may be referred to the technician. Referrals my come from parents and/or teachers and will be accepted on the first day of screening. If you do not want your child screened please call Mrs. Nygren at 517-223-6202. ***
Rozlin Marie Opolka, 8th grade, made a gown entirely of duct tape for the JH semi-formal dance. It's amazing! She is also a basketball player, does face painting at every dance (she even did face painting at our Gladiator Olympics and donated half of her money back to the school), is part of our Student Leadership Academy, gets fantastic grades and has attended the Blue Lakes Fine Arts camp during the summer.
Livingston Catholic Charities hosting ‘Salute to the Stars’ on April 13 Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC) is hosting the 9th Annual “Salute to the Stars” on Saturday, April 13, 2013, to recognize three Livingston County individuals who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in our community and to raise funds for agency programs and services. This year’s theme is Celebrate Michigan! In addition to the awards ceremony, guests will enjoy a fabulous dinner by Pure & Simple Catering to include Michigan products such as chicken stuffed with Traverse City dried cherries & gouda sauce or Dearborn Sausage and more; a raffle; mini auction with Michigan
adventures, products and artist’s works; and a Comedy Show starring Michigan’s own Billy Ray Bauer. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be held at St. Joseph Parish, 440 E. Washington, Howell. This year’s honorees are: Suzanne and Richard Cowdrey and Dennis Flynn. Each honoree goes above and beyond in our community to help those in need. Suzanne and Richard are both retired school principals from the Pinckney area and continue to share their time and talents with their church, LCCC, Pinckney middle school & the community. Dennis Flynn is a Navy and Air Force Reserves Veteran who volunteers at LCCC as a volunteer driver, is a DART member (Disaster Assistance Response Team), and volunteers to assist at St. Mary Magdalen’s Blood Drive. In return for sharing their talents with our community, each individual will be inducted into the LCCC “Wall of Fame”. Tickets to the event are $50.00 per person or $360 for a table of 8. Generous businesses and individuals throughout the community and state have donated a variety of wonderful items for the raffle & auction. Some of the exciting items are: a 10” Android Tablet, Detroit Princess Riverboat Cruise, several golf outings, gorgeous oil painting by Brighton’s own Sviatoslav Kozakov, beautiful framed art by local photographer Sue Balk, 1 night stay at Great Wolf Lodge, an official 8x10 autographed Red Wings photo, a gift basket from Brighton’s Little Diablo Salsa, The Purple Rose Theatre, The Henry Ford Museums and more. Major sponsors for this evening are: Dr. Edward Loniewski, Saint Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital, Donna England, and F.A.O. Jewelers. LCCC provides a wide range of nationally accredited social service programs, including mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling & case management, information and referral services, senior outreach services, substance abuse prevention, Be Our Guest Adult Day Service, Foster Family Care and Adoption. A special collection will be taken at the event. Funds raised will be used to support these programs & services, all of which are available for all county residents regardless of financial circumstances, religious affiliation, age, race or ethnic background. Most programs and services are available to the uninsured and unemployed on a sliding fee or cost sharing basis. Join us for an exciting evening and to celebrate our “Stars” and LCCC. To request a ticket to this fabulous event, call Julie at LCCC at 517-545-5944 ext.120 by April 8, 2013. If you cannot attend the dinner, but would like to make a donation, you can do so by sending a check payable to LCCC, 2020 E. Grand River, Suite 104, Howell, MI 48843 or on-line via our Web Site: www.livingstoncatholiccharities.org.
Williamston Eagles Auxiliary sponsoring trip to Firekeepers Casino The Williamston Eagles Auxiliary #4091 are sponsoring a bus trip to Firekeepers Casino on Sunday, April 21. Cost is $30/person and you receive $20 in play and a $5 food voucher. Pick up and drop off is at the Williamston Eagles Aerie #4091, 835 High Street in Williamston. You do not need to be a member to go but you must be 21 years of age or older. The bus will leave the Eagles Club at 10 am, arriving at Firekeepers at 11 am. Departure from the casino is at 4:55 pm, arriving back to the club at 6 pm. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at the Club through April 13. For more information, call the club at 517-655-6510 or Laurie LaClear at 517-655-2092. The Eagle Riders will serve breakfast that morning, so arrive early and enjoy a delicious breakfast before boarding the bus for a great day of fun.
-Card of ThanksWe would like to thank the many people that sent cards, notes, gifts and made calls to our dear mother and grandmother over the years, especially since her residence at Town Commons in Howell. She appreciated them so much. Thank you to Town Commons Assisted Living for her many years of enjoyment and exceptional care. Since her passing, a special thanks for the cards, calls, flowers, donations to her church and many acts of kindness. Many thanks to Pastor Tom Tarpley, the church organist and staff for the preparation of her beautiful service, and the Methodist church ladies and men for the special meal. To Niblack Funeral Home for their services and kindness, we express our appreciation. The Family of Dorothy Douglass
-Women’s Advance Club NewsWoman’s Advance Club of Webberville met on March 18 at the lovely home of Lynn Reed. Lynn served homemade delicious bundt cakes in two different flavors. Outside were a little rain and some snow, but inside were friendly, happy faces and fresh tulips on the table and hopes of an early spring. All the ladies came in with arms full of paper supplies for the Webberville Food Bank. This will be taken to the local director, Dorothy Hart. Our meeting will be a walk through the past 120 years of the Club’s history and past highlights of programs.
President Nancy Webb has spent many hours in research and documentation. After roll call from members revealing their favorite programs, she will present some of the history. Four of our members were unable to attend: Rosemary Cahaney, Jean Johnson, Marjorie Showerman, and Kathe Westbrook. Response to roll call were from: Sally Brodie, liked the visit at Fowlerville Impact Center; Cleo Chase enjoyed the one act plays years ago, Betty Dodge, Kevin Guidroz’ old pen collections in November of 2004, Marge Lawson, Meridian Village, Alice Lott, the music programs by Cleo Chase, Jill Moon trip to Lansing’s Historical Museum, Marlene McKenney the Impact Center, Lynn Reed, the folding of the American Flag and what each fold stands for, Nancy Webb the ALDI tour, Janice Wheeler, also ALDI, and Kathy Ward ALDI. Many others were mentioned: Limner Press in Williamston, The Glass Blowing Company in Williamston, Omega Farms, Meijer’s Gardens in Grand Raids, MSU Art Center, Northfork Farms and many programs given in club members homes. As the years pass the programs change with the times. The benefits we sponsor also have increased, giving to the public library, the school elementary library, McDonald’s House, Mittens, scarves, hats and gloves to the library for people in need, the high school journalism class, stamps and Christmas cards to send to local medical facilities, and Marsh Pointe for Christmas gifts to their residents, and many other causes. Nancy Webb started with the first eight members of the club in 1893. The President was Kate Turner. As time went on they came up with a pledge, still used today, also the Club’s Ten Commandments, the Club song from the tune of “America the Beautiful” and Our Collect by Mary Stewart, April 1904. They joined the County Federation in 1919, which recently retired, and The State Federation in 1922, which we dropped out of a few years back. She touched on the highlights of many years back up to current times, many concerns of women remain the same, but in the current times many new situations are addressed and we try to remain active in our community and learn something new each time we meet. Thank you Nancy for the interesting and informative program and our trip down memory lane. Our next meeting will be on April 15 at 1:30 pm at the home of Alice Lott with Kathe Westbrook helping her as hostess. The program will be Historical Experiences down the Mighty Mississippi River. On April 17 at 10 am Jill Moon, Representative, who is our Ingham County Home Association and Ingham County Residence Board of Directors member, and also Marge Lawson and Rosemary Cahaney, trustees to Marsh Pointe, will attend this meeting. Many of our members are active on the Library Committee and watch the paper for many up coming events.
To quote Eleanor Roosevelt: “Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints in your heart.” We welcome new members; call any member for details.
Oak Grove United Methodist Women taking orders for beef pasties Beef Pasty Orders: Oak Grove United Methodist Women are making their delicious beef pasties and will take orders beginning Monday, April 1. The women make a limited number of pasties, so place your order early so you don't miss out. Cost: $4 each. Proceeds go to support the mission work of the United Methodist Women. Call 517- 548-3818 or 57-548-3859 to place your order. Pick-up date is Thursday, April 18, 12-7 p.m. at the Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 6686 Oak Grove Road, Howell (5 miles north of M-59).
Howell Senior Center hosting discussion on ‘losing vision’ March 28 Join Leah Williams from the Bureau of the Services for Blind Persons on Thursday, March 28 at 11:00am as she discusses losing vision. Losing your vision does not have to mean giving up your way of life. The independent living program can help you meet the challenges that seem insurmountable. It serves individuals over the age of 55 who have experienced significant vision loss or are legally blind. Simple adaptations in their home, combined with training, can help them achieve or regain a level of independence. Don’t miss this special FREE event! For more information, or to sign up, please call the Howell Senior Center at 517/545-0219 or stop by the Howell Senior Center at 925 W. Grand River in Howell.
Rotarians, from left in back, Jerry Bell and Dan Mayhew, sold 50/50 raffle tickets. In front were guests Clayton Epley, Margaret and Clinton Skym.
Fowlerville Rotary Club hosts annual Senior Citizen’s Day on March 20 The Fowlerville Rotary Club held their annual Senior Citizen’s Day last Wednesday, March 20. With the Rotary there were 96 in attendance, who enjoyed a delicious chicken dinner prepared by Ann Reid and her crew. Starting at 11:30 am the seniors were entertained by the Senior Class Band, a group of senior citizens from the mid-Michigan area who played many good old time tunes. The club’s former charter member Ken Tannar, who passed away last March, was a member of this group. Following lunch the Kreeger Honors Choir performed under the direction of Lynly DeLacy. The audience was delighted with their Dare to Dream songs.
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These Kreeger Honors Choir students sang duets during their program. From left are Nathan Loose, Joey Allen, Sierra Tennyson, Riley Pullum, Mallory Heath and Joey Soave.
Pictured here is our former “Rotary Cook� Waneta Dorrance on the left, with Anna Dietrich.
Calvin Forster said he was enjoying the music and meal.
Pictured here is Rotarian Matt Martin, who was visiting with these “Senior Class Band� members. From left, Jean Wank who plays a tenor sax and Laura Topping who plays the tuba.
Zach Peterson, flanked by his parents Tracey and Eric, signed a ‘letter of intent’ to play football at Walsh University in Ohio.
Fowlerville lineman signs football ‘letter of intent’ with Ohio university A Fowlerville offensive lineman signed a ‘letter of intent’ last Wednesday to play football at Walsh University, located in North Canton, Ohio. Zach Peterson was a three-year starter for the Gladiators at tackle and earned All-Conference Honorable Mention both his junior and senior years and was also an All-Livingston County selection for those two seasons. Walsh University is a NCAA Division 2 college and participates in the Great Lakes Athletic Conference, a league that includes Grand Valley State University, Saginaw Valley State University, and Ferris State University. He is receiving a partial scholarship for both athletics and academics. “I’ll be heading to practice on August 14,” said Peterson. “The coach said he was unsure about whether or not to redshirt me. He said if I outperform other linemen, I’d play. But he might decide that I need to get bigger and hold me back a season.”
Currently, the Fowlerville High senior stands at 6 foot, 4 inches and weighs 294 pounds. “I’ve been training on the weights with Eric McKay for the past year at his No Bull Strength facility (in Fowlerville) and will continue doing that until heading to Walsh,” he noted. Peterson said that he was recruited by Grand Valley, Western Michigan, Hillsdale, and all of the MIAA colleges, but decided on the Ohio school due to its new coach, Ted Karras, Jr. who is coming to Walsh University after winning the NIAA national football championship last year at Marian College. “He’s an amazing man,” said Peterson. “He’s easy to talk to and cares about his players. He comes from a football family. He’s the nephew of Alex Karras, the late Hall-of-Fame defensive lineman who played for the Detroit Lions and his father, Ted, played for the Chicago Bears.” Zach, who is an honor roll student with a 3.63 grade-point-average, wants to become a strength coach and will be majoring in that physical therapy field while at Walsh University.
Brad Wahr joints First National Bank as commercial lender First National Bank has announced the addition of Brad Wahr to their Commercial Lending team. Brad brings nearly a decade of commercial banking experience to First National. He most recently served as a Vice President of Commercial Lending and previously as a credit analyst for a midMichigan based regional bank. Brad is also an experienced employee benefit consultant, having served in that role with a public accounting firm prior to his banking career. In announcing the staff addition, First National Bank President/CEO Ron Long, said, “We are proud of our dedicated team of proven, experienced banking professionals. Brad is a strong addition to that team and I heartily welcome him to the First National Bank family.” Brad is a graduate of Central Michigan University. He and his family call Holly, just across the Oakland County border, their home. He is active in numerous community activities and initiatives and expects to remain active in
the Livingston County area as part of the First National family. When asked about joining First National, Brad said, “I am focused on getting Livingston County businesses access to the capital they need to nurture and grow their businesses. This is an exciting time in Livingston County and at First National. I couldn’t be more enthused about bringing my expertise to an already proven team of commercial banking professionals.” First National Bank has been part of the Livingston County community for more than 120 years and has been recognized for nine consecutive years as Livingston County’s best bank in the Reader’s Choice Awards conducted by the Livingston County Press and Argus. First National takes great pride in its corporate citizenship and is respected for its support of causes and events that add to the quality of life across Livingston County. See our complete story atwww.fnbh.com.