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Grosse Ile I S S U E N O. 7
Magazine
PARKS & REC
GROSSE ILE REC. DEPT. EVENTS, CLASSES, PROGRAMS, VENUES
Fall /Winter 2019-20
PHOTO: Youth shown at the
Grosse Ile Rec. Dept.’s Mother & Son Date Night, Jan. 2019
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• Accredited by Dance Educators of America
• Fall 2019 Registration •
Accepting Registrations for NEW and Existing Students through September and October 2019. Beginner to Advanced ~ Recreational to Professional
• Ballet • Pointe • Tap • Jazz • Hip Hop • Lyrical • Special Boy’s Hip Hop • Parent -Tot (2-yrs old) • Pre-Dance • Kinder Dance • Adult Classes • Gymnastics - Taught by a Gymnastics Coach We sell dance apparel: Shoes-Tights-Leotards-Dance Bags • Get fitted at registration!
NUTCRACKER BALLET 2019 performances The Whitney, Detroit ~ November 25th and 26th Please call for more information!
Located at 8525 Macomb St. • (734) 362-0800 Across the sidewalk from Hungry Howie’s
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GROSSE ILE REC DEPT Listings of commissions, staff, and contacts
EVENTS/TO DO Featured items for your calendar
YOUTH ACTIVITY Children’s Choir, Music, Fitness, Running, Tennis
16 20 22
ACTIVE ADULTS Gentle Yoga, Fit for Life, Cross Training, Zumba
SENIOR ACTIVITY Senior outings, social, transportation, cards
FACILITIES/VENUES Water’s Edge Complex, Centenial Farm, Marina
25 26 31
42 TWP DIRECTORY Grosse Ile Twp. officials, Department Directors
COMMUNITY PARTNERS Island organizations share upcoming events
GROSSE ILE DDA Grosse Ile’s business district activities, events
Fall/Winter 2019-20
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GROSSE ILE TWP. BOARD Brian Loftus Supervisor Ute O’Connor Clerk Ted Van Os Treasurer Trustees Carl Bloetscher, James Budny, Thomas Malvesto, James Nelson
RECREATION STAFF Kim O’Farrell Annette Pelts Mark Tissot Gene Kowalski Gayle Haeger Brian Payette
Recreation Director Enrichment Coordinator Maintenance & Grounds Maintenance & Grounds Office Support Support Staff
RECREATION COMMISSION Kim O’Farrell Recreation Director Chad Novak Commission Chairman James Nelson Board Liaison Wendy Kearney Secretary Commissioners Greg Meyring, Ethel Yops, Rich Brower, Brandon Antosh, Kevin Naso, Kyle Alexander DeBeausset, Karen Olinek
FESTIVAL COMMISSION Kim O’Farrell Recreation Director Chad Novak Festival Chairman James Nelson Board Liaison Wendy Kearney Secretary Commissioners Bridget Hurst, George Fulmer, John Burgan, Kathleen Altenburg, Scott Rhind, Kevin Lizyness, Karen Olinek, Trish Eblin
CLASS/CAMP REGISTRATION REGISTER EARLY! Nothing eliminates a program quicker than everyone waiting to the last minute to register. If there aren’t enough registrations by a certain date, the program may be cancelled.
AM I IN? Please assume the course will be held at the time and place indicated unless you hear differently from the Recreation Department.
REFUNDS Events with non-refundable tickets are noted in program guide. Only canceled classes will be refunded in full. Refunds for class withdrawal will be made only before the second class meeting, regardless of attendance. Drop-in fees/rates available. Sorry, no pro-rating.
EASY WAYS TO REGISTER ONLINE at grosseilerecreation.com - under the Community Recreation tab - 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week!
IN PERSON at the Recreation Office: 25215 West River Road Grosse Ile, MI 48138 Hours: 9 am-5 pm Monday through Friday
MAIL completed form with your check to: Grosse Ile Recreation Department P.O. Box 185 Grosse Ile, MI 48138 Make checks payable to: Grosse Ile Recreation Department
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NOTE Grosse Ile Twp. and Recreation Dept. offices will be closed: ( 2019 -20 ) September 2; November 11, 28, and 29; December 24 – January 1 (re-open Jan. 2); January 20; February 17. To discover a wealth of information about the Rec. Dept. and Grosse Ile Twp., go to: grosseile.com
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LEARN TO RIDE LIKE A CHAMP! Luton Riding Academy and Grosse Ile Equestrian Club are now offering: Riding lessons, horse training, clinics, boarding, guided trail rides, pony parties and day camps with a heated arena. Learn to ride from beginner levels to national champion. Join the barn family, where lifetime friends are made. Riding lessons are available Monday through Saturday. Location: 25795 3rd St., Grosse Ile Contact: Text Ricki Luton, 734-552-1582, to schedule an appointment.
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WATER’S EDGE
GOLF COURSE Water’s Edge is located on 55 acres at the intersection of Bellevue and West River Roads. This unique community owned facility overlooks the Detroit River and is home to a regulation 9-hole golf course, driving range, putting, and chipping greens.
2019 GOLF RATES Beginning Monday, September 30th, 2019 Regular Golfer. . . $10 Walking / $14 with Power Cart Junior/Senior . . . . $8 Walking / $12 with Power Cart NOTE: Senior status is 55 and older Junior status is 17 and younger
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WATER’S EDGE
FALL SCRAMBLE SATURDAY SEPT 21 8 AM Enjoy friendly competition in our annual Fall Scramble (18 holes). Prizes awarded for Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive contests. Location: Water’s Edge Golf Course Fee: $25 per person Includes: golf power cart, and light lunch at the turn
Spooktacular!
Great gift idea!
KIDS GOLF
OUTING SAT • OCT 19
Kids, ages 3-17 years, are invited to play a round of golf dressed in their Halloween costume! Each hole will have a treat! Costume contest, and light lunch provided at end of play. Location: Water’s Edge Golf Course Fee: $10 per child; $5 per adult w/child registration All registrations will be entered in a drawing for a 2020 Season: ‘Option 10 Golf Pass’ and a 2020 Season: ‘Individual Pool Pass’.
WATER’S EDGE Gift Certificates Winter Special Purchase your OPTION PASS by March 1st and SAVE 10%
We have a variety of options available to you! Call us at 734-675-0777 for more info
TRUNK TREAT
SAT., OCT. 12TH • 1-4 PM
SAT., OCT. 12TH • 1-4 PM
Location: Centennial Farm Fee: FREE!
• Petting Farm
Pre-registration for a parking space is required, and can be done at grosseilerecreation.com Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated trunks. Register your business or family!
Note: Please be in place by 12:30 PM
TRICK TREAT SATURDAY • OCT 26TH 11 AM-1 PM Macomb Street Everyone welcome! Macomb Street businesses which have the orange pumpkin displayed in their windows will host trick or treating!
(from 1:30-3:30 p.m.)
• Children’s Crafts at Children’s Garden • Hayrides • Cider and Donuts • Pumpkin Patch • Music • Face Painting • Trunk or Treating
Location: Centennial Farm Fee: Admission at the Gate is $5 per person
Costumes and Cocktails
A MASQUERADE at the Farms
HALLOWEEN
SAT., OCT. 19TH • 7 PM
SAT., OCT. 26TH 10:15 AM . . . Line up at Grosse Ile High School 10:30 AM . . . Parade start time Costumed youngsters and oldsters will march down Lyons Drive to Macomb Street, then to the VFW Hall. Please join us for this Island tradition. Put on your best costume and join in the parade or be a spectator.
Location: Grosse Ile High School / Macomb Street Fee: FREE Everyone welcome!
Location: Centennial Farm 25797 3rd St Fee: $25 per person ( 21 and over ) Bonfire, Hayrides, Costume Contest, DJ, Dancing, Appetizers, Cash Bar
Island Glow
FRIDAY, DEC 6, 2019 Everyone welcome! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:10 PM 7:30 PM
. . . Entertainment at Macomb Commons . . . Arrival of Santa by Fire Truck . . . Santa Stroll (On Macomb St.) . . . Tree Lighting Ceremony (In front of Perdino’s)
BREAKFAST with
SANTA!
Everyone welcome!
Includes pancake breakfast, craft and special visit with Santa. Don’t forget to bring your camera!
SAT., DEC 7 • 10AM-NOON Location: Centennial Farm Activity Room Fee: $5 per person (Children & Adults)
Santa’s
MAILBOX
ELF
Workshop
Located at Macomb Commons!
Delight your child with a Santa letter this holiday season. Starting after Island Glow, the Big Red Box at the Macomb Commons (Meridian at Macomb Street) will be taking letters to Santa until December 20, 2019. Be sure your child includes their name and complete mailing address.
SAT., DEC 14 15 • 10 AM - NOON Give your kids a chance to make at least 2 gifts for their loved ones. We will also provide a wrapping station. Different options and crafts for age groups will be provided so everyone can take something home. Grades: K - 6th Location: Centennial Farm Activity Room Fee: $10
Grosse Ile Historical Society’s
Our Annual
EASTER HOLIDAY EVENT BOUTIQUE
SAT., APRIL 4 • 10 AM
at the Custom House
Come browse the works of over 30 local artisans in a beautiful old time Christmas setting! Hours: Nov. 22nd – Dec. 22nd - Fridays 2 - 8 pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11- 6 pm This year’s opening Gala will be held Fri. Nov. 22nd from 12 - 6 pm; Santa and his favorite Elf will be visiting Sat. Dec. 7th from 12 - 2 pm
Mother & Son
• Easter Egg Hunt by Age Divisions • Visit and Photo with the Easter Bunny • Refreshments • Prizes and Goody Bags Fee: $5 per child * Location: Centennial Farm * Pre-registration required
Daddy Daughter Mother & Son
DATE DANCE NIGHT FRIDAY FEB 7 6:30-8 PM FRIDAY JAN 17 6:30-8 PM Join us at the GI Middle School Gym. Inflatables, photo station, and pizza and ice cream bar, will be offered! Location: Middle School Café/Gym Fee: $25 per couple $8 for each add’l child
Spend a fun evening w/your daughter(s). Dance to musical hits spun by a professional disc jockey, learn some new dances, and enjoy pizza and snacks. Location: Middle School Café/Gym Fee: $25 per couple $8 for each add’l child Note: Registeration deadline is January 24, 2020
BOWLING Night
FRIDAY FEB 21 6:30-8 PM Meet us for a night of friendly competition and teamwork. You’ll receive bowling time; shoe rental; and hot dog and pop. Bumper bowling lanes will be provided for younger bowler. Location: Woodhaven Lanes Fee: $25 per couple $8 for each add’l child
Focused K-9 Dog Obedience Class
Pre-School Music
This class will cover basic commands that include sit, stay, down, come, and heel. As class progresses and dog and owner become proficient, more advanced skills will be introduced. This class is sure to offer bonding time between pet owner and exercise for both! Days
Dates
Times
Wks
SAT
9/21-10/26
11 AM - NOON
6
Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, and the adults who love them. This program pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement. You’ll have fun singing, dancing, playing, and bonding with your child. Days
Dates
Times
FRI
9/27-12/13 10:30-11:15 AM ( No class 11/22 )
Age 0-5 years
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$180 per session
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Instructor:
Alanna Scott, Owner and Lead Trainer
Fee:
$160 per child; $19 for 2nd sibling, FREE for 3rd sibling and siblings under 9 months old.
Grosse Ile Children’s Choir
Instructor: Lisa Lucka, Music Together Teaching Director
Mission: The mission of the Grosse Ile Children’s Choir (GICC) is to provide a quality choral experience for singers in Grades 3-8 (in Fall of 2019). Goals: Provide a choral music education, performance opportunities and positive learning environment, while fostering team effort, self-discipline and self-esteem. Rehearsals: The first rehearsal is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Rehearsals are held from 3:15-4:15 p.m. on Wednesdays in the music room at Meridian Elementary. Parent Involvement: The success of the GICC depends on parents taking an active role in providing transportation home from rehearsals, to and from the performances, and providing snacks for rehearsals once or twice a year. NOTE: A parent meeting will follow the first rehearsal. Days
Dates/Year
Times
Grades
WED
9/18/19-5/27/20
3:15-4:15 PM
3rd-8th
Instructors: Barbara Conroy, James Parker Location:
Meridian Elementary School music room
Tuition:
$75 per year; $50 per additional child is given for families who have more than one child participating.
Contact:
Barbara Conroy, bjconroy@gmail.com, or Grosse Ile Rec. Dept. at 734-675-2364
W Payments are due before or at the first rehearsal. W Registration may be made at the Recreation Offices at Water’s Edge or online at grosseilerecreation.com W Performance uniforms (Grosse Ile Children’s Choir T-shirt) are included in the tuition fee.
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W Cost includes family materials: CD with download code, illustrated songbook with activity ideas/suggestions, and guide to understanding music development in children.
Basketball Program Introduction to basketball with a focus on skills using lowered baskets for instruction and game play. Days
Dates
TU TH 3/25-5/6 ( No Class 4/8 )
Times
Grades
6:10-7 PM
1st -2nd
Location: Parke Lane Elementary School Gym Fee:
$50
Junior Running Club This club is to help runners improve their physical fitness through running. Participants will have an opportunity to compete in cross country races between 1 and 1.6 miles. A current medical physical is required to participate. NOTE: Mandatory parent meeting Sept. 5th at 4:10 p.m. Days
Dates
Times
Grade
TU TH
9/5- mid Oct
3:10- 4:10 PM
2nd-5th ( in Fall of 2019)
Location:
Meridian Elementary School
Fee:
$55 Includes: T-shirt, awards, and race fees
W Turn in medical form to the Grosse Ile Rec. Dept. office. W Contact Kim Draper at kimdraper4@gmail.com for info.
Kids’ Mobile Fitness
Session 2
FIT MIX class is a popular age-specific combo class including yoga, gymnastics strength training, obstacle courses (includes math and phonic skills), team games with fun educational themes every week. This class will help keep your child fit and healthy, build balance strength, body awareness and most of all confidence!
Days
Dates
Times
Ages
SAT
1/7- 2/11
5- 6:30 PM
5-13 yrs
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Instructor: Tiny Tumblers Gymnastics Fee:
$110 per student, per session
LOCATION: Parke Lane ( Grades K-2nd in Fall of 2019 )
W Register by October 1 (session 1), December 31 (session 2)
Session 1
Tennis After School
Days
Dates
Times
Grades
TU
10/8- 11/19 3:10-4:10 PM ( No class 11/5 )
K-2nd
Days
Dates
Times
Grades
TU
1/7- 2/11
3:10-4:10 PM
K-2nd
Session 2
We introduce/teach tennis with a “game based” approach where the traditional serving and scoring are slightly modified to make it easy to be successful and fun while introducing concepts, terminology, and skills. LOCATION: Parke Lane ( Grades K-2nd in Fall of 2019 ) Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
LOCATION: Meridian ( Grades 3-5th in Fall of 2019 )
WED
Oct 16, 23, 30 & Nov 6
3:10-4:10 PM
Session 1
Session 2
Days
Dates
Times
Grades
Days
Dates
Times
WED
10/9-11/13
3:10-4:10 PM
3rd-5th
WED
Jan 15, 22, 29 & Feb 5
3:10-4:10 PM
Days
Dates
Times
Grades
WED
1/8-2/12
3:10-4:10 PM
3rd-8th
Session 2
Instructor: Amanda Teets, Personal Trainer
LOCATION: Meridian ( Grades 3-5th in Fall of 2019 ) Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Oct 15, 22, 29 & Nov 12 ( No class 11/5)
3:10-4:10 PM
Location:
Multiple locations - see listings above to determine the site of program/session
TU
Fee:
$58 per session/per student
Session 2
W Please bring water bottle.
Days
Dates
Times
Walkover Tuesdays
TU
Jan 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4
3:10-4:10 PM
Ready to master your walkovers, back handspring or tuck? Join us for a 6-week intensive, but fun tumbling clinic. Leave feeling confident and ready for your next level of gymnastics or cheer! Appropriate for ages 5-13.
Instructor: John Sheets, Cert. USPTA Tennis Professional Location:
Multiple locations - see listings above to determine the site of program/session
Fee:
$55 per session/per student
W Class Limit: Minimum 10, maximum 20
Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Ages
TU
10/8 -11/12
5- 6:30 PM
5-13 yrs
W Children should wear comfortable clothes and must wear tennis shoes. W All equipment is provided.
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Gentle Yoga for Seniors
Get into the Flow!
Learn how to stretch out tensions, gently become more flexible, and use conscious breathing to relax & calm your mind. Yoga will facilitate all this and more as it helps you gain a sense of well-being: physically, mentally, and spiritually. Each session is appropriate for beginners, yet challenges continuing students. Previous sessions not required.
Discover the restorative and physical benefits of YOGA. This zero intimidation yoga series allows you to achieve the strength, balance and stress relief of yoga at your own pace. Modifications will be provided for those poses you can’t quite do just yet. Encouragement to go a little further for more advanced students. This is your practice and will be centered around what feels right for your body.
Students must be able to get up and down from the floor - you can use a chair for assistance. Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
9/24 -10/29
2-3:30 PM
6
Session 2 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
11/12 -12/17
2-3:30 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
1/7-2/11
2-3:30 PM
6
Session 3
Session 4 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
2/25- 3/31
2-3:30 PM
6
Session 5 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
4/21- 5/26
2-3:30 PM
6
Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
9/24 -10/29
7:15-8:15 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
11/12 -12/17
7:15-8:15 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
1/7-2/11
7:15-8:15 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
2/25-3/31
7:15-8:15 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
TUES
4/14-5/19
7:15-8:15 PM
6
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$55 per session
Fee:
$50 per session
Instructor:
Dawn Marshall
Instructor:
Patti Nevin
W Required: yoga mat.
W Wear layered, comfortable, stretchy clothing, and bring an exercise mat, strap, water bottle, and firm blanket. W Please eat lightly 2 to 3 hours before class.
Open Pickleball Play
Adults
Days
Dates
Times
T TH
Starts 9/24
6:30-8:30 PM
W Recommended: water bottle, tow yoga blocks, a yoga strap and small (throw) blanket.
Open Table Tennis
Adults
Days
Dates
Times
MWF
Year-round
3:30-5:30 PM
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room FREE
Location:
Meridian Elimentary School Gym
Fee:
Fee:
$3 drop-in
W Schedule may vary due to rentals and special activities. Call 734-675-2364 for updates.
W Schedule may vary due to events and activities.
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Better Backs
Boot Camp Circuit
Class offered by OrthoSport Physical Therapy Center The goal of this class is to improve core strength, stabilization, and flexibility to decrease the risk of developing a lower back injury. We also focus on symptom management. Session 1
This class provides endurance and resistance training using multiple stations and equipment such as TRX straps, ropes, weights, kettlebells, and other plyometric movements. Typically there are 8-10 stations. Moving quickly thru these stations, alternating muscle groups gives you a total body workout and allowing you to improve strength, power and mobility.
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
Session 1
WED
9/25 -10/30
11:30 AM -12:30 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
MON
9/16-10/28
6:30 -7:15 PM
7
Session 2 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
Session 2
WED
1/29 - 3/4
11:30 AM -12:30 PM
6
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
MON
11/4 -12/16
6:30 -7:15 PM
7
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
MON
1/6 -3/2 6:30 -7:15 PM ( No classes 1/20 and 2/17 )
7
Wks
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$60 per session or choose to take both the Better Backs and Better Balance classes for just $100 for both classes per session.
Instructor:
Beth Hedke
Session 3
W Wear exercise clothing that allows for movement. W Bring an exercise or yoga mat and water bottle.
Session 4
Better Balance
Days
Dates
Class offered by OrthoSport Physical Therapy Center
MON
3/9- 4/20 6:30 -7:15 PM ( No classes 4/6)
We focus on improving your balance through mobility/coordination activities, flexibility/strengthening exercises, postural awareness techniques, and education to help prevent falls. Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
WED
9/25-10/30
10:30 -11:30 AM
6
Session 2 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
WED
1/29- 3/4
10:30 -11:30 AM
6
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$60 per session or choose to take both the Better Backs and Better Balance classes for just $100 for both classes per session.
Instructor:
Elizabeth Feirtag
Times
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$70 per session; $10 Drop-in
Instructor:
Kathy Board, Certified Instructor
7
W Minimum 10 students
Island Walkers
Aerobic walking to music
This is group walking in the activity room at Centennial Farm. Join us for 3-4 miles each weekday. You will learn 4 basic steps with a warm-up, cool down, and stretches. Music makes this a fun way to get aerobic walking in before your day starts. Please come early to register your first day, which is FREE! Days
Dates
Times
M-F
Year-round
6:45-7:45 AM
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$1 daily or $25/8 weeks
W Wear exercise clothing that allows for movement.
Instructors: Chris Mathews, Program Attendant, cmmathewssd@gmail.com
W Bring an exercise or yoga mat and water bottle.
W Wear comfortable clothes, walking shoes, and bring water.
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Fit For Life
(M/W/F)
Session 3
This workout incorporates low impact cardio moves including large muscle strength training using hand weights. Exercise incorporates use of a chair if necessary. This is a multi-level class, beginner to intermediate.
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
T TH
1/7-2/25 9-9:45 AM ( No classes 2/18 )
7
Days
Dates
Wks
T TH
3/3- 4/23 9-9:45 AM ( No classes 4/7 and 4/9 )
Session 4 Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
MWF
9/9 -10/25
9-9:45 AM
7
Session 2 Days
Dates
Times
MWF
10/28 -12/18 9-9:45 AM ( No class 11/22 and 12/2 )
Wks 7
Times
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$60 per session; $7 Drop-in
Instructor:
Kathy Board, Certified Instructor
7
W 2-5 lb weights are necessary W Minimum 10 students
Session 3 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
MWF
1/6-2/26 9-9:45 AM ( No class 1/20 and 2/27 )
7
Days
Dates
Wks
MWF
3/2- 4/24 9-9:45 AM ( No class 4/6, 8, 10 )
Session 4 Times
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$90 per session; $7 Drop-in
Instructor:
Kathy Board, Certified Instructor
7
A fun, energetic workout that combines dance, rhythm and drumming. You’ll find the movement and tempo to be quite a workout! Designed for ages 13+. Those unable to withstand a standing workout are still encouraged to participate. Session 1 MON
9/23-10/28
7:45-8:30 PM
13+
Days
Dates
Times
Age
MON
11/11-12/16
7:45-8:30 PM
13+
Days
Dates
Times
Age
MON
1/6 - 2/10
7:45-8:30 PM
13+
Session 3
W 2-5 lb weights are necessary W Minimum 10 students
Fit For Life
Cardio Drumming
(TU/TH)
Session 4
NOTE: Please see full class description above.
Days
Dates
Times
Age
Exercise incorporates use of a chair if necessary. This is a multilevel class, beginner to intermediate.
MON
2/24- 3/30
7:45-8:30 PM
13+
Days
Dates
Times
Age
MON
4/13- 5/18
7:45-8:30 PM
13+
Session 5
Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
T TH
9/10 -10/24
9-9:45 AM
7
Session 2 Days
Dates
T TH
10/29 -12/17 9-9:45 AM ( No classes 11/5 and 11/21)
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Wks 7
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$40 per session
Info:
Call 734-931-0456; visit website; or e-mail questions to PKSAGrosseIle@gmail.com
W All fitness levels are welcome.
Core Fusion Class
Session 3
A strong "core" is essential for everyone! Come strengthen and stretch the area between your shoulders and hips using your own body weight for resistance.
Days
Dates
MWF
1/6-2/26 8-8:45 AM ( No class 1/20 and 2/27 )
7
Days
Dates
Wks
MWF
3/2- 4/24 8-8:45 AM ( No class 4/6, 8, 10 )
Session 1
Times
Wks
Session 4
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
THURS
9/26 -10/24
10:15-11 AM
5
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
THURS
11/14-12/19 10:15-11 AM ( No classes 11/21)
Session 2
5
Times
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
$108 per session; $10 Drop-in
Instructor:
Kathy Board, Certified Instructor
7
W Minimum 10 students.
Session 3
W Wear exercise clothing that allows for movement.
Days
Dates
Times
Wks
THURS
1/9 -2/6
10:15-11 AM
5
Session 4 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
THURS
2/13- 3/4
10:15-11 AM
5
Zumba Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included.
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Session 1
Fee:
$40 per session; $10 Drop-in
Days
Dates
Times
Age
Instructor:
Heidi McCarty is an ACE Certified Instructor with 25+ years of experience
WED
9/25-10/30
6:30-7:20 AM
13+
Days
Dates
Times
Age
WED
11/6 -12/18 6:30-7:20 AM ( No classes 11/20 )
13+
Days
Dates
Times
Age
WED
1/8 - 2/12
6:30-7:20 AM
13+
W Bring an exercise or yoga mat and water bottle.
Cross Training Blast out of the same-old, same-old. Varying your workouts is better for you. By using different muscles groups, you reach a higher level of fitness. Keeping things interesting also helps you stick with it. Monday: kettlebells; Wednesday: Tabata or trainer’s choice; Friday: circuit or student’s request. Never the same class twice. All fitness levels welcomed and all movements can be modified to your specific needs.
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 1 Days
Dates
Times
Wks
Days
Dates
Times
Age
MWF
9/9 -10/25
8-8:45 AM
7
WED
2/26 - 4/1
6:30-7:20 AM
13+
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Dates
Times
Wks
Fee:
$45 per session; $7 Drop-in
7
Instructor:
Katelynn Jacques, Certified Fitness Instructor
Session 2 Days MWF
10/28 -12/18 8-8:45 AM ( No class 11/22 and 12/2 )
W Wear exercise clothing that allows for movement.
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Meals on Wheels
Senior Luncheons
Wayne County Office of Nutrition offers home delivered meals.
Come and enjoy time with good friends and food, live entertainment and a chance to win a variety of raffle prizes.
W Call 1-800-851-1454 to apply for this program. W Holiday meals may also be provided by completing the paperwork given to you by our driver.
Octoberfest Luncheon Days
Dates
Times
Van Transportation
WED
10/23
12:30 PM
The Grosse Ile Recreation Department is pleased to provide transportation service for residents who are senior citizens, low income or disabled. This “essential errands” service is for those who do not own a vehicle or are unable to drive due to medical reasons.
Holiday Luncheon
Location:
St. Patrick’s Dinner
Fee:
Van service boundaries are East to West Jefferson Ave., West to Allen Rd., North to Northline Rd., and South to Vreeland Rd. $5 / on island; $6 / off island (round trip)
Days
Dates
Times
WED
12/11
12:30 PM
Days
Dates
Times
WED
3/11
12:30 PM
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
W Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance with 2 to 4 days preferable.
Fee:
$10 per luncheon
W For reservations/info call 734-675-2364 or 734-216-4905.
W Reservations are not necessary.
W Transportation is available Tues. through Fri. 12:30-4:30 p.m.
W Advanced tickets only.
Flu and Pneumonia Shots
Mystery Lunch Trip
Woodhaven Target/CVS Pharmacy will be offering FREE Flu and Pneumonia shots to all Seniors (55+) AND including a $5 Target Gift Card too!
Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
THURS
11/6
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Dining ( Lunch is on your own ) 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
Days
Dates
Times
Ages
THURS
9/26
10 AM - 2 PM
55+
Location:
Centennial Farm 25797 3rd St., Grosse Ile
Meijer in Woodhaven Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
WED
11/20
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Shopping 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
W Must present ID and insurance card to receive shot(s). W For more info please call Shannon at 734-672-0005.
Senior Outings Join us each month for shopping trips and different destinations for lunch Downriver. This is first come first serve. We are limited to 12 passengers per trip.
Southland Mall in Taylor Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
WED
12/4
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Shopping 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
Meijer in Woodhaven
Holiday Luncheon at Centennial Farm
Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
WED
9/11
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Shopping 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
WED
12/11
11 AM - NOON Pick-ups ( FREE pick-ups ) 2 PM Return to site of pick-up
Fee:
Truago
$7 per trip
Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
W Call the Grosse Ile Rec. Dept. for reservation: 734-675-2364.
WED
9/25
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Dining ( Lunch is on your own ) 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
First and Third Thursday Cards
Walmart in Woodhaven Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
WED
10/9
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM Shopping 3:30 PM Return to Grosse Ile
Trip to Westcroft Gardens Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
THURS
10/17
NOON -1 PM Pick-ups 1- 3 PM at Gardens 3:30 PM Return to site of pick-up
Octoberfest Dinner at Centennial Farm Days
Dates
Times/Agenda
WED
10/23
11 AM - NOON Pick-ups ( FREE pick-ups ) 2 PM Return to site of pick-up
Drop-in for a friendly game of Euchre or Pinochle. Days
Dates
Times
1ST & 3 RD THURS
Year-round
1:30 PM
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
50 cents (includes beverages)
Grosse Ile Senior Citizen Club The Grosse Ile Senior Citizens Club is a social club for men and women ages 55 and up living on Grosse Ile. Activities include games, trivia, show and tell, and bingo. Days
Dates
Times
2ND & 4TH TUES
Year-round
11:30 AM
Location:
Centennial Farm Activity Room
Fee:
Programs are FREE
W Call Ethel Yops at 734-676-1883 or Agnes Kujala 692-2737.
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WATER’S EDGE RECREATION COMPLEX
RENTALS
Rental applications must be submitted 14 days in advance of the rental to secure reservation. (First come, first served.) The pool is available for rentals on Saturday or Sunday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; and Monday thru Sunday from 7-9 p.m. (Available rental hours are subject to programming schedule.) W Rentals require one adult for every 10 children W All pool rules are in effect during rentals FACILITY
RESIDENT
Basketball Court
$50 per 2 hours
Volleyball Court
$50 per 2 hours
FootGolf Parties
$100 per hour / 10 participants (includes pavilion rental for 1 hour)
Multi-Season Rink
$50 per hour; $25 each additional 1/2 hour
WATER’S EDGE MUNICIPAL MARINA
DOCKING AND STORAGE
Our marina is a conveniently located deep water facility that offers many benefits and services including: W Deep water wells with immediate access to Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair via the Detroit River W Walking distance to Smokies on the River restaurant, Water’s Edge Complex: golf course, driving range, swimming pool, plus sand volleyball and basketball courts
Winter Storage . . . . . . $1.65 / Sq. Ft. (Summer patron); $2.00 / Sq. Ft. (Winter store only) Summer Dockage . . . $43.75/ lineal foot (boat or dock whichever is longer) Transient Dockage . . $50 up to 24 hours (water and electric)
WINTER SEASON October 1 - March 31 (6 months) SUMMER SEASON April 1 - September 31 (6 months) MARINA INFO Lift Operator, Gregg Phillips Business hours: M-F 9 a.m.-3p.m. Phone: 513-383-5478
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WATER’S EDGE MUNICIPAL MARINA
25215 West River Rd., Grosse Ile, MI 48138 513-383-5478 or 734-675-2364
www.GrosseIle.com Discover a wealth of information about Grosse Ile Township and the Rec. Dept.
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CENTENNIAL FARM
RECREATION BUILDING ACTIVITY ROOM RENTALS
Rental Fees are for 5 hours (1 hour of set-up, 1 hour of clean up, 3 hour event ); $25 for each additional hour and must be pre-arranged. The security deposit is due at the time of rental and must be in the form of a check or cash. All other rental fees must be paid in full 30 days prior to the rental date. The security deposit is not included as part of the rental fees. W Security Deposit is non-refundable if a cancellation is made less than 30 days prior to the event. FACILITY
RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
NON-PROFIT GROUPS
Activity Room
$325 rental fee $165 security deposit
$415 rental fee $165 security deposit
$75 (Fri., Sat., Sun.) $25 (Mon. - Thurs.) Up to 3 hours per event. *Non-profit groups limited to 2 weekend rentals per year. Must provide NP status.
$550 rental fee $200 security deposit
$660 rental fee $200 security deposit
$550 rental fee $200 security deposit
$660 rental fee $200 security deposit
(150 capacity)
All Day Rental (10 a.m. to Midnight)
Overnight Package (Fri. or Sat. 7 p.m. to 9 a.m.)
PAVILIONS
CENTENNIAL FARM / WATER’S EDGE RECREATION COMPLEX RENTALS
W Security Deposit is non-refundable if a cancellation is made less than 30 days prior to the event. FACILITY
RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
Centennial Farm or the Water’s Edge Recreation Complex
$40 rental fee $25 security deposit
$60 rental fee $25 security deposit
(50 capacity)
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CENTENNIAL FARM
25797 Third St. Grosse Ile, MI 48138
734-675-2364
WATER’S EDGE RECREATION COMPLEX
25215 West River Rd. Grosse Ile, MI 48138 734-675-2364 or 734-675-0777
TUNE IN: GI-TV; Comcast - Channel 12; WOW- Channel 10; AT&T- Channel 99 We keep you updated on community events and recreation programs!
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GROSSE ILE REC. DEPT. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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COMMUNITY RINK SPONSORSHIP
IPS!
The Grosse Ile Recreation Department is seeking sponsorship to help with our community rink. Maintenance and upgrades are needed to help keep our rink open and operational. Please consider a sponsorship opportunity today. Contact Kim O’Farrell at 734-675-2364 / kofarrell@grosseile.com
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
WINGS
PENGUINS
AMT: $1,000
AMT: $500
(1 year sponsorship) 4' X 6' Vinyl Banner (displayed for 1 yr.) 1/2 Page Ad in the Grosse Ile Profile 1 - Option 10 Golf Pass / Water’s Edge 1- Family Pool Pass
(1 year sponsorship) 3' X 5' Vinyl Banner (displayed for 1 yr.) 1/4 Page Ad in the Grosse Ile Profile 1 - Option 10 Golf Pass / Water’s Edge 1- Family Pool Pass
KNIGHTS
ISLANDER
AMT: $250
AMT: $100
(1 year sponsorship) 3' X 4' Vinyl Banner (displayed for 1 yr.) 1/6 Page Ad in the Grosse Ile Profile 1 - Option 10 Golf Pass / Water’s Edge
(1 year sponsorship) Islander level sponsors will have their name placed on banner for display at the Community Rink for 1 year.
WATER’S EDGE RECREATION COMPLEX
MULTI-SEASON RINK
Rental applications must be submitted 14 days in advance of the rental to secure reservation (first come, first served). Available rental hours are subject to programming schedule.
MULTI-SEASON RINK . . . $75 for first hour; $50 each additional hour Winter Rink Hours (weather pending) . . . Mon-Sun: 10a.m.-10p.m.
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25215 West River Rd., Grosse Ile, MI 48138 734-675-2364 or 734-675-0777
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GROSSE ILE TOWNSHIP
GROSSE ILE YOUTH RECREATION P.O. Box 41 Grosse Ile, MI 48138
www.giyrasports.com FOOTBALL Joe Pizzo President joepizzo53@yahoo.com
CHEERLEADING Ryan Christie Cheer Director rchristie@cmactrans.com
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
Brian Loftus Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 215 Dale L. Reaume Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 236 Timothy O’Donnell Assessor . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 221 Ute O’Connor Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 235 Bryan Friel Office Mgr./Deputy Clerk . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 241 Alaina Farmer Records/Elections . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 234 Ted Van Os Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 223 Annette Wurtsmith Deputy Treasurer . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 232 Clerk and Treasurer’s Office . . . . . . 734-692-9682 ( DIRECT FAX ) Ann Darzniek Finance Director . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 224 Derek Thiel DPS Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 228 Permits Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 226 Zoning and Code Enforcement . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 240 Julie Cortis Animal Control Officer . . . . . . . . acocortis@hotmail.com
RECREATION DEPARTMENT 25215 East River Rd. | grosseilerecreation.com
Kim O’Farrell Recreation Director kofarrell@grosseile.com OFFICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-675-2364 PRO-SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-675-0777 FAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-692-9691
Melissa Boehing President baseball@giyrasports.com
GROSSE ILE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
BASKETBALL
Michael Duker Airport Manager mduker@grosseileairport.com
Bridgette Botten President bridgette.botten@gmail.com
PHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-675-0155 FAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-675-0932
WRESTLING
GROSSE ILE ANIMAL SHELTER
9601 Groh Rd. | grosseileairport.com
Jeni Vesperman jenivesperman@gmail.com
25799 Third St. | grosseile.com PHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-469-7145 FAX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 743-469-7140
GROSSE ILE SOCCER
GROSSE ILE POLICE DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 23 Grosse Ile, MI 48138
www.chaossoccer.net Becky Arndt President dewey524@gmail.com Stephanie LeMoine Secretary steph1328@gmail.com
24525 Meridian Rd. | grosseile.com
Mark Warnick Chief of Police DISPATCH DESK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-7100
GROSSE ILE FIRE DEPARTMENT 24525 Meridian Rd. | grosseile.com
Duncan F. Murdock Fire Chief NON-EMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-7157
GROSSE ILE DDA
GROSSE ILE HOCKEY
9601 Groh Rd. | facebook.com/macombstreet
www.grosseilehockey.com
PHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734-676-4422 Ext. 253
Angela Sukockas DDA Director angelas@grosseile.com
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• Community Partners • characteristics. Discover what they eat through owl pellet dissection, and we’ll end the night with a hike to find some owls! Centennial Farm – 25797 Third St.
GINLC ANNUAL MEETING Nov 9th • 10 am Our annual membership meeting will be held November 9 th at 10 a.m. at Grosse Ile Golf & Country Club.
Serving the community through literacy programs, community service, and fostering youth leadership.
Educational programs for families, friends, and community members. GINLC.ORG
GROSSEILEKIWANIS.ORG
OPEN HOUSE AT GBU Enjoy an afternoon surrounded by the beauty of nature at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge – Gibraltar Bay Unit each Sunday at 1 p.m. through Oct. 1st. Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge – Gibraltar Bay Unit – 28820 East River Rd.
KID’S EXPLORATION: INSECT INVESTIGATIONS Sept 22nd • 1 pm Join us for an insect filled afternoon! During our hike we’ll discover the unique adaptations that make insects so cool and we’ll even try to catch a few! Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge – Gibraltar Bay Unit – 28820 East River Rd.
TAKE IT OUTSIDE: NATURE & WILDLIFE PHOTO CONTEST Visit www.GINLC.org to enter the Take it Outside – High School Nature & Wildlife Photo Contest. Enter from Oct. 1st through May 7th, 2020. Open to all high school students. www.GINLC.org
THE NATURE OF HALLOWEEN
Grosse Ile Golf & Country Club – 9339 BellevueCentennial Farm – 25797 Third St.
Striving to enhance the understanding of our Island’s past and its connection to the present. GIHISTSOC.ORG
LIGHTHOUSE TOUR Sept 8th •
Noon - 3 pm
Our annual fundraiser supporting the Kiwanis mission of serving the community. Sept. 6th at 4-Corners – Meridian at Parkway; Sept 7th at Kroger – 8999 Macomb St.
PAINT THE TOWN RED FUN HUNT Oct 4th Join us for our Island Wide Scavenger Hunt for Kids during Paint the Town Red weekend.
TEA PARTY Sept 14th • 2 pm Join us for tea at the Grosse Ile Historical Society Custom House. Tickets are available by calling 734-675-1250.
GHOST HUNT Oct 5th • 5:30 and 8 pm
Join us for this spooktacular program as we learn about the natural history of the plants and animals that are associated with Halloween! Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge – Gibraltar Bay Unit – 28820 East River Rd.
NOTE: 18 years of age and older only.
Two Ghost Hunt tours will be held at the Depot Museum and Custom House. Tickets are available at Eventbrite for $25 per person.
OWL PROWL
Oct 13th • 3 pm
Learn about these awesome birds of prey! We’ll learn about the owls in our area and their
Sept 6th / Sept 7th
Tours of the Grosse Ile Lighthouse are being offered by the Grosse Ile Historical Society at Noon-3 p.m. on the hour. $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Oct 27th • 1 pm
Nov 2nd • 6:30-8 pm
PEANUT FUNDRAISER
MUSIC RECITAL Join us for a piano/french horn recital at the Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church. Free to all but donations are welcomed.
Located at the Grosse Ile Centennial Farm, the 2020 HerbFest is a great place to meet fellow plant hobbyists. FACEBOOK: GROSSEILEHERBSOC
HERBFEST 2020 May 16th • 9 -2 pm This special event, hosted by the Grosse Ile Herb Society features a giant herb plant sale; perennials, fresh bake goods, herbal spices, and condiments; children’s garden activities.
For sponsorship info see page 13 and contact the Grosse Ile Rec. Dept. at 734-675-2364 or kofarrell@grosseile.com
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Rotary Club of Grosse Ile is a service organization that joins leaders, exchanges ideas, and takes action. GROSSEILEROTARY.ORG
FREE SHRED EVENT Sept 14th • 9 am - NOON Protect your personal information and destroy your private/confidential documents at our paper shredding event. Donations accepted. Location: Perdino’s – 8575 Macomb St.
MEET ‘N’ GREET ROTARY CLAM BAKE at
the Hickory Island Pavilion Sept 21st • 6 - 9 pm
Where the River ends and Fun begins
MAY 29, 30, 31 www.grosseileislandfest.com
If you've been looking for an invitation to check out Rotary, please come and enjoy an evening with us at the historic Hickory Island Pavilion. Event will be catered by Chef Perry Tsipis of Perdino’s. Menu to include: Steak or Salmon, Mussels, Tomato salad and Corn on the Cob. Adult and light beverages provided. Bring your appetite and a dish to pass, i.e., pasta salad, appetizer or dessert. Location: Hickory Island Pavilion RSVP by Sept. 16th by contacting Jill Ryan at 734-717-8010 or JillRyan56@gmail.com
BOTTOMS UP! Did you know that low income mothers cannot buy diapers with food stamps/bridge cards? Help us help Bottoms Up. Watch for our special stations for coupons and drop-offs on Macomb during the months of Sept., Oct., and Nov. Take a coupon and drop off diapers as you leave. Grosse Ile Rotary will repackage them into manageable portions. Larger sizes are most needed. NO pull-ups please. Visit grosseile.com for island news
MEET N’ GREET ROTARY FALL CLAM BAKE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM HICKORY ISLAND PAVILLION
Tickets: $40 per person Come and enjoy the Hickory Island Pavilion for a last Hurrah of the season. Catered by Chef Perry of Perdino’s fame. Bring your appetite and pass around pasta salad, appetizer or dessert. RSVP by September 16th to Jill Ryan at 734-717-8010 / JillRyan56@gmail.com
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Find our Director of Marketing contest Read through this issue of GROSSE ILE Magazine to learn the location of the photograph of our Director of Marketing, Robbin ‘Ro’ Moyer. Send e-mail with the location, business, or venue where ‘Ro’ is shown and be entered to win a special prize basket.
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Deadline for entries is December 1st, 2019. One winner will be selected from entries received. The winning entry will be announced on Wednesday, December 8th, 2019.
• Grosse Ile Airport • N.A.S. GROSSE ILE Apparel DID YOU KNOW? The rich history at the Grosse Ile Airport dates back 90 years, with the last class of airmen celebrating their 50th anniversary this Fall. We will offer commemorative merchandise for purchase to mark this momentous occasion. Proceeds from each purchase goes directly to support the Grosse Ile Airport Memorial Fund.
PRICE LIST N.A.S. Pins ................. $5.00 N.A.S. Hats ............... $13.00 N.A.S. Patches ......... $15.00 N.A.S. Golf Shirts .... $42.00 Combo N.A.S./Airpark Logo T-Shirts ..................... $30.00
For more info on apparel and merchandise sales call 734-676-4422 ext 252 or visit our office at Township Hall.
• At Home on Macomb • Mark your calendars for upcoming Holiday Fun in Downtown Grosse Ile!
iL ghts at Lyons
Please join us for the...
Friday Nov 15th 5-8 PM
4th Annual
Lights at Lyons Park! Enjoy the splendor of the season nightly throughout December on Macomb Street.
Interested in sponsoring a Tree? Contact DDA at 734-676-4422 ext. 253 or angelas@grosseile.com no later than 11/18 . Cost is $65 per Tree (terms available on grosseile.com)
On Macomb Street Downtown Grosse Ile
Check Check in in at at the the Commons Commons
Stay at Home, Shop Macomb this Holiday Season! Saturday, November 30th
Angela Sukockas Director, Downtown Development Authority 734-676-4422 ext. 253 or angelas@grosseile.com To stay in the know, like us on Facebook “Meet Me on Macomb – Downtown Grosse Ile”
ISLAND PROFILE We introduce our new series, Island Profile, which features Grosse Ile residents’ contribution to the community.
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rosse Ile native, Dr. Mark Sawka brings the latest technologies to his patients while recalling a golden age when doctors treated families for generations. He remarks, “I have patients who I’ve cared for since infancy, and now I’m caring for their children. That is a real compliment.” Dr. Sawka has been in practice for over 30 years, although medicine wasn’t his original plan. One summer during college, Dr. Sawka, who was studying pre-dentistry at the time, attended an air show with his brother on a hot Sunday afternoon. The extreme heat, combined with long-standing lines created a medical emergency where a gentleman fainted. The man’s head wound was bleeding profusely, so Dr. Sawka used his own shirt to staunch the blood until paramedics arrived. Having enjoyed taking control of the situation, but wishing he could have done more, Dr. Sawka’s brother, a dentist himself, encouraged him to consider medical school. He dove right in, volunteering that summer at Riverside Hospital in their emergency room. Going directly into the ER was a bold move, but Dr. Sawka enjoyed the challenge and knew it would help him determine if saving lives was his calling. “I really liked it a lot; in fact, I would spend my weekends there working as a volunteer just because I liked being around medicine so much,” says Dr. Sawka, who earned over 1,000 volunteer hours learning everything from X-rays
to putting in stitches. In regards to being around trauma, Dr. Sawka says, “I just felt like I was helping people.” Dr. Sawka went on to attend Ross University School of Medicine in the Caribbean, complete an internship in Internal Medicine at West Suburban Medical Center in Illinois; do locum tenens in California, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Alaska and the Upper Peninsula; and finish residency at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing where he was chief resident. Next, Dr. Sawka taught at Michigan State University’s residency program and received a research fellowship in Orthopedic Surgery from Boston University Medical Center. After obtaining this wealth of experience and traveling far and wide, Dr. Sawka decided to TOP DOC bring his talents back Dr. Mark Sawka is currently to Michigan. He puraccepting new patients. Call chased an office from a 734-675-1280 to schedule a local physician who’d free consultation for an aesbeen in practice for 40 thetic treatment or a medical years and began workappointment with Dr. Sawka. ing through Beaumont Hospital, Trenton, the Dr. Sawka’s office is located same hospital where he at 25000 Hall Rd., Woodhaven, was born. and is open Monday, Tuesday, As a family practice Thursday and Friday from physician, there is little 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. It is closed on Dr. Sawka doesn’t treat. Wednesdays, Saturdays and “99% of what walks Sundays. through my door I can
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Our ‘Top Doc’ offers painless tattoo removal as well as fat reduction solutions BY SUNDRA HILSINGER • PHOTOS TYLER HOLOWAY / JOHNNY MIGGINS
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The SculpSure laser Dr. Sawka offers is safer than liposuction with almost no risk.
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handle, and what I can’t, I refer to people I’d send my own family too.” And like family, Dr. Sawka is available when he’s needed because he reserves a third of his schedule for same-day appointments and encourages calls for questions. “We don’t mind answering questions over the phone, and if we can’t answer over the phone, we’ll have you come in,” says Dr. Sawka. “I think it’s important they see their physician when they’re well, and not just when they’re sick. We make it a priority that they can come in when they need to.” Outside of his practice, Dr. Sawka enjoys rowing competitively, fishing, and hunting and has been affiliated with Ducks Unlimited for about 25 years. As often as possible, Dr. Sawka volunteers his services. During a recent trip to Africa, he served as a physician for two weeks alongside a mission trip dedicating wells. He volunteers at local clinics for uninsured patients and shares his knowledge with residency students that come to learn in his office. In response to his patient’s desire for cosmetic treatments, Dr. Sawka is offering new services. The PicoSure laser, perfect for removing tattoos, scars, freckles,
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Dr. Sawka has been in practice for over 30 years Dr. Mark Sawka brings the latest technologies to his patients.
and wrinkles as well as tightening the skin, and the SculpSure laser, for removing those troublesome pockets of fat in problem areas like the tummy and chin. “It’s a real paradigm shift for me,” says Dr. Sawka. “I think of medicine as saving lives and helping people live longer, healthier, and more productive lives. And this doesn’t do any of those things. But it does make people happy, and that’s important because if people are more comfortable with their body, they are happier with their body, and I like that.” Patients love PicoSure as it’s less painful than the alternative treatments for tattoo removal. According to Dr. Sawka, this laser pulses a trillion times a second, resonating so fast that the ink bursts and is reabsorbed into the body then eliminated through the urine. And his office is one of the only to offer the advanced resurfacing laser within a twohour distance. Many claim it is even less uncomfortable than getting a tattoo in the first place. “Tattoo artists like it because it gives them a nice blank slate versus having to try and cover unwanted tattoos,” says Dr. Sawka. Two to three visits are sufficient for tattoo removal. For patients who need a little extra help getting rid of stubborn fat, the SculpSure laser can help. With only two or three treatments, which can be done on a lunch break, patients can see a significant reduction of those problem areas. Safer than liposuction with almost no risk, Dr. Sawka says this service is only slightly uncomfortable but not painful.
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FALL/WINTER 2019-20 REC. DEPT. EVENTS, CLASSES, PROGRAMS, AND INFO ON VENUES, BEGINS ON PAGE 6 OF THIS ISSUE.
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Daddy-Daughter DANCE
The next Daddy Daughter Dance will be held February 7th, 2020.
2019 A Summer of RETRO ROLLER DISCO PARTY The all-season rink at Water’s Edge was aglow with lights and great music by DJ Chad.
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fun for Islanders The Grosse Ile Recreation Department staff and the Recreation Commission work together as a team to improve the quality of life for all residents of Grosse Ile by creating and providing quality events, programs and activities for everyone.
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Story Time & More READ TO A DOG (Ages K-5th Grade / parent must stay in the building during the program): Students are invited to meet with a therapy dog at the library for a 15 minute session the first Saturday of the month, 2-4 p.m. No registration is required. There is sign up during program. TODDLER (Ages 0-3 / with parent or caregiver): Join us for Toddler story time, scheduled Wednesdays at 10 a.m., September - November. Registration not required. PRE-SCHOOL (Ages 3-5 / Parent must remain in the library during the program): Join us for Pre-school story time, Wednesdays at 11 a.m., September November. Registration required at Library. FAMILY (All Ages / Parent must remain in the library during the program): Join us for family story time while wearing your PJ’s. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., September November. Registration not required.
Adult Programs Adult Book Discussion group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. KNIT ’n READ meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. An evening book discussion and needlework. All skill levels. Beginning Computer Classes are held the first Saturday of the month, 9-10 a.m. Registration required. Free Genealogy Workshops provided by Trenton Historical Society the first Tuesday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m. and the fourth Saturday of the month, 1-3 p.m.
Youth LEGO Builders Club Join our club. Grades K-5th meet the first Monday of the month, 6:30 p.m. Legos provided.
FREE Family Afternoon Matinées Courtesy of Friends of the Library, family friendly movies are shown the second Saturday of each month at 2 p.m.
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Gigi’s
JOURNAL Dog/Cat - Brother/Sister enjoy summer and look forward to the upcoming cooler weather Well, well, well. Didn’t those dog days of summer come and go so quickly. With the hot summer days it was essential to stay cool with a refreshing yogurt. Chillin’ on my big marble floor was also a necessity to maintain the quality of my comfort zone. But I do enjoy the times while stinky cat and I are sunning ourselves, though stinky cat does need her sunscreen. While speaking of stinky cat, Menka the Sphynx, Dad and I caught her fishing in the pond. While she can’t catch any of the birdies, fishing was her next best thing. I asked Dad if I could give her one loud bark, so she’d be swimming with the fishies, but Dad said “No”. After no birdies or fish, she decided to just chase the butterflies.
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Dad and I attended Bark on Biddle in Wyandotte. We had our photo taken and placed in a major newspaper. Gigi goes global. After some serious shopping I scored a new rainbow collar with a matching leash, of course! And we couldn’t make up our minds about purchasing new kibble bowls so we bought both. # islandgirl While we roll into the fall/winter season, stinky cat and I with be pulling out the big blankets and comforters. I’ll be doing my best trying to keep off that winter weight while looking forward to the Halloween treats and the Holiday Season. As always, big wet kisses!
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