Parks & Recreation Brochure 2024

The City of

Dearborn Heights 2023-2024 Fall/Winter Brochure

Parks & Recreation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Park Permits..............................................2 Facility Map..............................................3 Director’s Letter.................................4 Youth Programs.......................................5 Leisure Program................................6 & 7 Sports Programs................................8 & 9 Richard A. Young Center........................10 Registration Page....................................11 Program Highlights....................................12

HIGHLIGHTS

Clip and Save Phone Numbers.......................2 Senior Center Activities............................3 Community Room Rentals............................4 Easter Marshmallow Drop........................5 Youth Basketball Clinic....................5 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony..................6 Learn to Square Dance Classes.............6 Letters to Santa.............................................6 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.......................7 Pickleball........................................8 Flea Market & Bake Sale................................8 Start Smart Basketball Program................9 Fitness Center Hours & Fees..................10 Ski & Snowboard Club................................12

CLIP AND SAVE THESE PHONE NUMBERS! BASEBALL, SOFTBALL & T-BALL: District #7 Dad’s Club

Mike Doney

701-2833

BASKETBALL:

District #7 Dad’s Club Mike Doney Cheerleading Mike Doney

SOCCER:

Dearborn Heights Soccer Email

791-3609 Website

701-2833 701-2833

www.dhsoccer.com dhsoccer@dhsoccer.com

YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING:

Dearborn Heights Panthers Football: Leonard Issac 277-8745 Cheerleading: Pat 277-8745

Dearborn Heights Raiders Alex Osama Fakih raidersjuniorfootball@yahoo.com

Website www.dearbornheightsraiders.com District #7 Dads’ Club Flag Football Mike Doney 701-2833 Cheerleading Mike Doney 701-2833

SWIMMING:

Crestwood High School 274-3719

Website www.csdm.k12.mi.us

278-0900 DRD Swim Club Website www.swimdrd.org

WRESTLING:

DEARBORN HEIGHTS PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Dearborn Heights Wildcats Wrestling Club Scott McCoy 743-7474

Email dearbornheightswildcats@yahoo.com

Canfield Community Center 1801 North Beech Daly Road Dearborn Heights, Michigan 48127 Phone: (313) 791-3600

PROGRAM CHANGES

Program information including dates, times, locations and fees are subject to change per the discretion of the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department due to the number of participants enrolled, instructors and room availability.

Be sure to check out our website at https://www.dearbornheightsmi. gov/308/Parks-Recreation

OFFICE HOURS

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Monday - Thursday

DEPARTMENT STAFF

Kimberly S. Laurencelle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director AJ Smith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Deputy Director Patty Maloy. . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Coordinator, Berwyn Senior Recreation Center Josephine Hinojosa . . . . . . . . .Senior Coordinator, Eton Senior Recreation Center Cheryl Frank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Secretary, Parks & Recreation Department Tamara Watt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clerk, Parks & Recreation Department Maria Ellul-Langlois. . . . . . Events Coordinator Bridget Olivito. . . . . . . . . .Marketing Specialist

PARK PERMITS

Park Permits are available beginning February 5, 2024 for Parkland Park and Swapka Park.

Permits can be obtained from the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department, 1801 N. Beech Daly Road. Call 791-3600 for rental rates and date availability. Due to the construction at Van Houten Park, reservations will not be taken until the project is completed. A new, large play structure with swings will be installed and the parking lot will be redone, among other things.

The project will be completed in phases.We appreciate your patience while the construction is going on.

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SEASONAL JOBS

Part-time positions are available throughout the year, such as; Part-time Computer Instructor, Park Attendant, Tennis Instructor, Field Supervisors, Custodial, Day Camp Supervisor & Leaders, Summer Recreation Playground Supervisor & Leaders. For more information on any of these positions please contact the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department at 791-3600.

City of Dearborn Heights

1. Canfield Community Center 1801 N. Beech Daly

Bill Bazzi, Mayor Lynne Senia, City Clerk Lisa Hicks Clayton, Treasurer

2. Berwyn Senior Recreaton Center 26155 Richardson 3. Eton Senior Recreation Center 4900 Pardee

City Council

4. Central Park 2100 Kinloch 5. Van Houten Park 6044 Silvery Lane 6. Parkland Park 6500 Parkland 7. Richard A. Young Recreation Center Swapka Park, 5400 McKinley 8. Heather Lane Park at N. Brookside 9. Kinloch Park, North of Ford Road 10. Caroline Kennedy Library 24590 George 11. John Kennedy Library 24602 Van Born Road 12. Daly Park Between Lehigh & Hopkins 13. Weddel Park 14. Little Red Schoolhouse, 8050 N. Gulley

(behind St. Sabina’s enter off Ann Arbor Trail)

DEARBORN HEIGHTS SENIOR CITIZEN CENTERS

You Don’t Have To Be A Member To Join!!!

Just 55 & over!

Berwyn Center Eton Center 26155 Richardson 4900 Pardee Dbn. Hgts.

Dbn. Hgts.

Phone: 791-3550 Phone: 277-7765 Activities: Upholstery Focus Hope Ceramics Pool Rooms Quilting Class Craft Clubs Senior Citizen Clubs Health Services Food Commodities Lunch Program Woodcarving Card Room Referral Services Special Events Quilting Club Trips Liquid Meals Oil Painting Fitness Rooms Yoga Recreational Programs Euchre Homebound Lunch Program Yoga Computer Labs Chair Volleyball Free Blood Pressure Monitoring These are just some of the activities offered at the centers. Open Monday thru Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Dave Abdallah, Council Chair Mo Baydoun, Council Chair Pro-Tem Zouher Abdel-Hak Hassan M. Ahmad Nancy Bryer Bob Constan Tom Wencel

Recreation Commission

Martin O’Sullivan, President “Billy” Bilal Amen Gary Barkoff Marilyn Somers Justin Toth

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

Bridge is held on Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m., at the Eton Senior Recreation Center. Entry fee is $5.00. ACBL affiliated. For more information please contact Joyce Kozma at (313) 274-5587.

Department Update FROM THE DIRECTOR...

Well, another summer has past, and we are welcoming in the fall and the winter of 2024. It’s hard to believe that the year has flown by so quickly. We have completed and started many more projects within the Parks & Recreation Department. We have taken down the Van Houten Park play structure and will be replacing it with a big, beautiful new structure. We will also be putting in a new parking lot, and renovating the splash pad, among other additions that will be made to the park. We will be making many renovations and repairs at the Eton and Berwyn Senior Recreation Centers. Some of the projects included in this; are new doors, new windows, new boilers, renovation of the bathrooms, refurbished courtyard pavilion, new cement, and new marquee signs.

Along with projects, we have added our last piece of the puzzle regarding staff members. We have hired a new recreation coordinator at the Richard A. Young Center.

I would also like to congratulate two of our long-time volunteers for our program. They received awards at the RSVP banquet held on September 29, 2023.

Ann Cornyn and Kenneth Fussell were awarded for their giving of time to the senior programs. Senior volunteers have been the mainstay of our program for years since I began my journey here in Dearborn Heights in 1988. We could not have offered the programs and events we have, if we had not had such loving and giving people. Congratulations goes out to Ann and Kenny. Hurrah to two well deserved people!

Finally, we have a very special occasion coming up in November that I would like to bring to your attention. On November 8, 2023, at 1:00 p.m., at the Eton Center, we will be celebrating Larry Girard’s 105th BIRTHDAY! Yes, that’s right he is turning 105 years young. Larry has been a long-time participant at the Eton Center and an avid billiard player. Hopefully, Larry can give us his secret to living well and living long.

CANFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER AND RICHARD A. YOUNG CENTER COMMUNITY ROOM RENTAL

The community rooms at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and Canfield Community Center are available for public rental. Perfect for bridal and baby showers, graduation parties, anniversaries, birthdays, group meetings, etc.

The cost is a $60.00 non-refundable reservation fee for each reservation plus: Canfield Center: Parquet Room $50.00 per/hr residents $55.00 per/hr non-residents Kitchen Access $25.00 for the rental Capacity 50. One hour free decorating time included.

Richard A. Young Center: Parquet Room $100.00 per/hr residents $125.00 per/hr non-res.

Capacity 100. Kitchen Included. One hour free decorating time included also.

Minimum 2 hour rental. No alcohol allowed.

For information and availability call the Canfield Community Center at 791-3600 or the Richard A. Young Center at 277-7080.

Stay tuned...there is a lot more to come, we are just getting started!

Sincerely, Kimberly S. Laurencelle, MSA, CPRP Director

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BOWLING AGES 55 & UP

Our Best Birthday Wishes Go Out to Larry Girard, long time Eton Senior Recreation Center User and Billiard Player for celebrating his 105th Birthday this year!

Happy Birthday Larry!

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Thursdays, doors open at 12:30 p.m. at Ford Lanes. Bowling starts at 1:00 p.m. Bowl 3 games every week but you do not have to be present every week. Not like a traditional league, you do not have to be present every week. If you don’t bowl, you don’t pay! $6.00 plus shoe rental when you show to play. Year end banquet and averages are kept. You can start any time. For more information call 313292-1700. Come and get some exercise and make some new friends!

Youth Programs CHAMPION FORCE CHEERLEADING

Join the fun! Champion Force is a cheerleading/pom pon/dance program that allows children to have fun and make friends while they learn. This program improves coordination, physical fitness, flexibility and the ability to work with others. Students will also learn popular high school cheers, work on jumps, leaps, splits, and many other skills, as well as a choreographed pom pon routine. Classes will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center every Thursday. Open to any youth ages 4 - 18. Cost is $9.00 per lesson. $10.00 registration fee due at sign-up.

Session I Sept. 7 - Jan. 5, 2024

No Classes 11/23,12/28, and 1/4/23 Session II Feb. 8 - June 6, 2024

No Classes 3/28/24 Division 1 - Ages 4-6 Division 2 - Ages 7-9 Division 3 - Ages 10+

5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

7:00 - 7:45 p.m.

See coach regarding higher divisions.

Call 1-800-940-7469 or visit www.championforce.com for more information.

YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC

The 2024 Youth Basketball Clinic will take place on Saturday mornings at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center for six weeks. This clinic will be open for all children from 2nd grade through 8th grade. Students will learn valuable basketball fundamentals from qualified instructors. The hours will be as follows.

Grades 2 - 4 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Grades 5 - 8 10:25 - 11:25 a.m.

Dates: January 20 - February 24, 2024 (Registration begins Monday, December 4th)

The cost is $30.00 per child. Each session will be limited to 35 children.

35TH ANNUAL MOTHER-CHILD DATE NIGHT Ford Lanes, 23100 Van Born Road Monday, May 6, 2024

Door opens at 6:30 p.m. Bowling starts at 7:00 p.m. Children ages 4-17 may participate and if mom can’t attend, maybe grandma, an aunt, or big sister can. If you have more than one child, great! Bring them all!!! Bowl two games (scotch doubles format) and receive punch and cookies, a special gift and lots of fun for mother and child. Prizes awarded by draw. Cost is $20.00 per resident couple, $25.00 per non-resident couple and $10.00 for each additional child. Registration and tickets will be available beginning Monday, March 18, 2024 at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center.

Bumper Bowl will be available for those who want it.

MOTHER-SON SWEETHEART BALL

Join us for a special evening, Saturday, February 10, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (door opens at 6:15 p.m.), at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Sons ages 3-17 can participate. If mom can’t attend, maybe grandma, an aunt, or big sister can. If you have more than one son, great!

Bring them all!!! Enjoy a memorable night of dancing to age-appropriate music, refreshments and a special keepsake to remember the evenng.

Tickets go on sale December 18th and must be purchased in advance. Space is limited, so don’t wait! The cost is $20 per couple for residents, $25.00 per couple for non-residents and $10.00 for each additional son. Tickets available at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center.

EASTER MARSHMALLOW DROP Co-Sponsored by

TARGET

1801 N. Beech Daly Road Saturday, March 23, 2024, 12:00-3:00 p.m.

The Helicopter will drop the marshmallows promptly at 12 noon. There will be two age groups, 4-7 years old and 8-12 years old. Each child will turn their marshmallow in for a goody bag full of treats. There will be free activities for all. We will have a stilt walker, face painting, pictures with the Easter Bunny and much more. Target will be raffling off some prizes and have goody bags for everyone as well. It will be held on the Canfield Community Center grounds, 1801 N. Beech Daly Road, Dearborn Heights. Join us and help us welcome the Easter Bunny!

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Leisure Programs UPHOLSTERY CLASSES

Learn how to reupholster furniture at the Eton Center on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., or 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The winter session begins on January 9, 2024 and ends on April 16, 2024.

Class fees are $100.00 per senior citizen resident, $125.00 for senior citizen non-resident, $155.00 for an adult resident and $180.00 for an adult non-resident. You can join anytime, come check it out. It is held at the Eton Center. Call 277-7765 for more information.

YOGA

Why yoga? The benefits of yoga include: better posture, increased strength and balance , stress tolerence, self-reflection, self-care and peace of mind. Classes are held at the Richard A. Young Center, 5400 McKinley, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Cost is $3.00 per class payable at the door. You can join at anytime.

Bring your own mat and wear comfortable clothing! Senior Yoga is taught by a certified and registered instructor Sandy Granowicz.

Call or email Sandy with any questions at (734) 552-1578, sandy-granowicz@comcast.net.

ABOUT BOATING SAFELY

This beginner boating class gives you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states, including Michigan.

Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete “About Boating Safely”.

TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY

The City of Dearborn Heights annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, 6:30 p.m., location TBD. The welcoming of Santa Claus to Dearborn Heights highlights this festive event. All residents of Dearborn Heights are encouraged to be in attendance and assist in the singing of Christmas Carols. Lots of free activities for kids. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Santa will be available for photographs. Don’t forget to bring your camera to make a memory!

Taught by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center, 5400 McKinley. A minimum of 8 students are needed to run the class.

When: March 2024, Date TBD Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Cost: $20 per person Advance registration required. Registration deadline is TBD.

Square Dancing is a FUN activity for all ages, whether singles, couples or groups of friends or family. Square Dancing builds mental strength, provides aerobic physical activity, and encourages team skill building & friendships. You will be Square Dancing before the end of the first class!! Certified instructor, Ray Wiles, has taught and led square dancing since 1975. Ray has called square dancing at many State & National Square Dance Conventions. We are lucky to have him share his knowledge of this art with our Community!

October 25, 2024 - January 24, 2024 Wednesdays: 1:30-3:30p.m.

Cost is $8 per person per class; OR pay in advance for the whole session and make a single discounted payment of $84.00 per person.

Everyone ages 15 & up are WELCOME! Contact by phone/text/email: Ray Wiles @ 734-637-8819, RW2557@yahoo.com OR Ilidia Wiles @ 419-340-6603 or send an email to: Isquaredance2RayWiles@yahoo. com or RW2557@yahoo.com.

SANTA’S MAILBOX

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The City of Dearborn Heights will have its own direct access to the North Pole. For all those children that would like to send Santa a personalized letter you may drop it off in Santa’s own mailbox located outside of City Hall, 6045 Fenton. For an immediate response from Santa please include your name and address. (This way the elves can address the envelope while Santa writes the reply.) The mailbox will be available from November 13, 2023 through December 15, 2023. The mailbox will be open 24 hours.

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Leisure Programs

DADDY-DAUGHTER PRINCESS BALL Saturday, February 10, 2024 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. (door opens at 3:15 p.m.)

The annual tradition continues! Girls ages 3-17 may participate. If dad can’t attend, maybe grandpa, an uncle or big brother can. If you have more than one daughter, great! Bring them all!!!

A very special day will be highlighted by dancing to age-appropriate music, refreshments and a special keepsake to remember the evening. It will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Tickets go on sale December 18th and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are limited in quantity and we do sell out, so don’t wait.

The cost is $20 per couple for residents and $25 per couple for non-residents, plus $10 for each additional daughter. Tickets will be available at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center.

DEARBORN HEIGHTS 19TH ANNUAL CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE

Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Located on the grounds of Dearborn Heights Canfield Community Center, 1801 N. Beech Daly Rd. “Everyone is welcome”, over 100 spaces available. Sign up beginning Monday, April 1st at the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department. Call 791-3600 for more information.

DADDY-DAUGHTER SWEETHEART BALL

Join us for a special evening, Saturday, February 3, 2024, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (door opens at 6:15 p.m.), at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Any father who has a daughter age 3-17 can participate. If dad can’t attend maybe grandpa, an uncle, or big brother can. If you have more than one daughter, great! Bring them all!!! A very special day will be highlighted by dancing to age-appropriate music, refreshments and a special keepsake to remember the evening.

Tickets go on sale December 18, 2023 and must be purchased in advance. Space is limited, so don’t wait, we do sell out! No ticket sales at the door. The cost is $20 per couple for residents and $25 per couple for non-residents, plus $10 for each additional daughter. Tickets will be available at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center.

2024 DEARBORN HEIGHTS 3 ON 3 YOUTH BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

When:

Where: Who: Fee:

Monday, March 11, 2024 Beginning at 4:30 pm Richard A. Young Recreation Center, 5400 McKinley Teams of 3 or 4 players, Grades 6-12 Two divisions: Grades 6-8 and 9-12 $25 per team Pre-registration is required; Deadline is Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE SEMINAR

DEARBORN HEIGHTS PARKS & RECREATION 9 HOLE WOMEN’S GOLF LEAGUE

The league is 18 weeks long and meets Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. Call Katherine Blasier at 562-5193 for the course and any additional information.

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This one-day, three-hour seminar is designed to help women and girls 12 years and older build their self-confidence and reduce vulnerability to attack. Master Gordon Schollenberger, a retired police Sergeant and sixth degree black belt, teaches this valuable course. Learn methods to increase your awareness and protect and defend yourself. You will also learn mental preparation, targets, everyday tips, and how to use your built in weapons. This oneday seminar will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. A minimum of 10 students are needed to run the class. Registration deadline is one week prior to each seminar. Cost is $30.00 per student. Deadline to register is Oct. 27th, 2023.

Seminar 1:

Saturday, November 4, 2023 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Students are uged to wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.

Sports Programs JUNIOR TACKLE FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING

Raiders Junior Football Club will be offering football and cheerleading to all youth ages 8-13. First time participants must present a birth certificate. The Raiders are part of the Downriver Jr. Football League and play their home games at Parkland Park. To register or for any information, please check the website http://www.dhraiders.com/ or email raidersjuniorfootball@yahoo.com The Dearborn Heights Panthers (formerly Redskins) Junior Football and Cheerleading Club will be offering tackle football, ages 6-14, and cheerleading, ages 7-14, (football up to 175 lbs.) The Panthers are a part of the Western Suburban Jr. Football League and play home games at the Annapolis High School field. The practices start late July and the season goes to November.It consists of 8 games and playoffs.

Registration is on a first-come basis. To register and for additional information, please call Leonard at 313-277-8745 and Pat at 313-277-8745 for cheerleading.

The D7 Dads’ Club offers Flag Football and Cheerleading for ages 6-15. All games are played on Sunday at the Annapolis High School field (behind Pardee School) on Pardee Street. The season will run from September until November. For information, please contact Mike Doney at 701-2833 or visit https://d7dadsclub.com/.

ATTENTION...

DEARBORN HEIGHTS PARKS & RECREATION WEBSITE Visit our website at

https://www.dearbornheightsmi. gov/308/Parks-Recreation

for the latest and most current information on programs and facilities for all ages.

INDOOR FLEA MARKET AND BAKE SALE Eton Senior Recreation Center December 1st & 2nd, 2023 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Table rentals available. Sign up in the office. Donations accepted. Proceeds will benefit the Eton Senior Recreation Center programs and equipment. Free admission.

Eton Senior Recreation Center 4900 Pardee 313-277-7765

DEARBORN HEIGHTS SOCCER CLUB (DHSC) Due to low registration numbers since the pandemic, we are only offering training for our Youth Development Program (YDP) this season.

Accepting ages 5 to 8 years old ONLY Training ONLY - NO GAMES and No Travel Meets twice per week after work hours Location is Van Houten 6000 Silvery Ln, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 Updates to come. Click on this link for the most updated information: https://www.dhsoccer.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1191892

SENIOR DROP-IN PICKLEBALL

It’s fun, fast, exciting and a great workout!

Also, easy to learn! Pickleball is a sport described as "a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton". Open pickleball now going on at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Paddles and pickleballs provided. Just show up ready to have some fun!!! Open to anyone ages 50 and up. Call 277-7080 for more details.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays Time: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Cost: $3 per visit

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DRD SWIM CLUB

The Dearborn/Dearborn Heights Recreation Dolphins (DRD) Swim Club is a competitive swim program for boys and girls of elementary, middle school and high school ages. The primary purpose of the program is to develop the skills of swimmers for advancement through different levels of swimming competition sponsored by Michigan Swimming and USA Swimming. Practices are held Monday through Friday. Practices are held at Dearborn High School and Smith Middle School in Dearborn during the school year. Practices are held outside at Dunworth Pool located in Levagood Park in Dearborn during the summer.

Information regarding registration time lines, fees and policies can be found on the Dearborn/ Dearborn Heights Recreation Dolphins Swim Team web site at www.swimdrd.org.

Sports Programs SPRING NOTES:

BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL

25th ANNUAL FALL PRIME-TIME BASKETBALL CAMP When:

Sat., Nov. 4 - Dec. 9, 2023 (No class Nov. 25th) Where: Richard A. Young Recreation Center Who: Grades 1-8 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $65.00 per participant (includes T-Shirt)

District #7 Dad’s Club of Dearborn Heights is offering T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball for boys and girls 6-17 years. Also offered is a sandlot league for ages 4 and 5 years. For more information please contact Mike Doney at 701-2833 or visit the website www.d7dadsclub.com.

START SMARTTM PROGRAMS

Participants will receive valuable personal oneon-one instruction in the following areas: Ball Handling, Rebounding, Shooting, PostPlay, Defense, and “Jab Step Series”.

DEARBORN HEIGHTS MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE

The Senior Men’s Golf League is a group of golfers age fifty years and older. The group was formed to organize a golfing program with an emphasis on fellowship and fair play.

The league meets on Wednesday mornings starting in May. This is a handicapped league in four categories (A,B,C and D). Two players randomly selected from each category will play in a foursome.

CHAIR VOLLEYBALL

Anyone age 55 and above can participate in this program held at the Eton Senior Recreation Center, 4900 Pardee St., Dearborn Heights. There is no cost to join us, just be prepared to sweat a little! It is held every Thursday at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

You may join as a full time member or as a substitute. An informational meeting will be held in April at the Canfield Center, 1801 N. Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights. Call 313791-3600 for the course and meeting date and any additional information.

RECYCLED TEENS SENIOR BOWLING AGES 55 & UP

Thursdays, doors open at 12:30 p.m. at Ford Lanes. Bowling starts at 1:00 p.m. Bowl 3 games every week but you do not have to be present every week. Not like a traditional league, you do not have to be present every week. If you don’t bowl you don’t pay! Year end banquet and averages are kept. You can start any time. For more fees & more information call 313-292-1700. Come and get some exercise and make some new friends!

KARATE

Learn karate and self-defense in a class that is held year round. Master Gordon Schollenberger, an accomplished sixth degree black belt, and his daughter, Nova Schollenberger, an accomplished second degree belt, will teach you how to defend yourself thru discipline, training, and developed mind, body and spirit. The class meets every Tuesday and Friday evening from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Classes are open to men, women and children 8 years of age or older. Cost is $25.00 per month for residents and $30.00 per month for non-residents. You can join anytime.

INDOOR WALKING PROGRAM

The gymnasium at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center is open to anyone wishing to get in an extra mile or two. Program hours are every Monday thru Friday from 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. There is no charge.

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Start Smart™ programs are sports based programs that are designed to be developmentally appropriate programs for girls and boys that prepare them for organized sports in a fun, non-threatening environment. The programs are designed to assist parents in supporting their children in development of the basic motor skills necessary to achieve success and confidence in specified sports. Emphasis is placed on skill development and good sportsmanship for both parents and children. Age-appropriate equipment is used to teach proper techniques for each sport. This may be the first sports program you and your child will participate in together, so “start smart” for a lifetime of sports activity. Active participation by both parent and child is required.

START SMARTTM BASKETBALL PROGRAM

Program prepares children for organized basketball in a fun, non-threatening environment.

Parents and children work one-on-one while children learn a variety of basketball skills including dribbling/ball handling, shooting, passing/catching, and running/agility. Drills and exercise will increase in difficulty as the class progresses and children show improvement. Parent or guardian MUST attend and participate with the child.

When: Wed., from Feb 14 - Mar. 20, 2024 Where: Richard A. Young Recreation Center Who: Boys and Girls, ages 4-6, with a parent Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Fee: $30.00 per parent/child couple.

RICHARD A. YOUNG RECREATION CENTER FITNESS CENTER USER FEES

Category Residents Non-Residents Daily $ 5.00 $ 7.00 Monthly 10.00 14.00 6 Months 59.00 79.00 1 Year 99.00 119.00 Family Member Add On*: 6 Months 1 Year

$ 50.00 79.00

$

Family: 1 Year

$199.00

$ 299.00

Sr. Citizens: Monthly

6 Months 1 Year

$ 9.00 50.00 79.00

$ 13.00 75.00 99.00

Sr. Citizen Spouse: 6 Months 1 Year

$ 40.00 60.00

$ 60.00 79.00

Youth (12-17 yrs. old)**: Monthly

6 Months 1 Year

$ 9.00 50.00 79.00

$ 13.00 75.00 99.00

70.00 99.00

* Family Add On must be immediate family member and must reside at same address. **Youth may only use fitness center Monday thru Friday until 7:00 p.m. & all day Saturday and Sunday, 12-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult. Registration includes the use of the fitness equipment, sauna and whirlpool. Fitness trainer available at designated times.

Locker Fees:

* * * * *

Daily - $0.25 Punch Card (12 punches) - $2.00

6 Month Unlimited Pass - $12.00 1 Year Unlimited Pass - $24.00

OPEN GYM SCHEDULE

Drop-In gym time for grades 1 - 12 is offered for basketball. Fee: $3/Gr. 1-8; $4/Gr. 9-12 Sr. Citizen Drop-In Volleyball is offered for ages 55 & over on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Fees: Residents - Free; Non-Res - $2.00 Adult Drop-In Basketball for ages 18 & over is held on Mondays. Call 313-277-7080 for times.

Fees for Adult Drop-In Basketball are residents $5.00 and non-residents $8.00 This schedule is subject to change due to program changes. For more information or schedule updates call 277-7080.

WHIRLPOOL HOURS

Men: Monday & Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Women: Tuesday & Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Co-Ed: Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Oct. - May)

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FITNESS CENTER HOURS Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Friday 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Oct. - May)

Registration Page ONLINE REGISTRATION

MAIL IT IN

Use the form below, Enclose check, money order, VISA, Discover or MasterCard number, exp. date.

Make checks payable to:

City of Dearborn Heights

PHONE IT IN

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(313) 791-3600

WALK IT IN

Come to our office at 1801 N. Beech Daly, Dbn. Hgts. between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Mon. thru Thurs.

Have your VISA, Discover or MasterCard number, exp. date and program name ready.

EACH PERSON MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY Name: ____________________________________Age: ______

Session

Program/Location

Fee

Address: _____________________________________________ City, State, Zip: ________________________________________ Email: ____________________________T-Shirt (if needed)_____ Telephone Day: _________________ Evening: _______________ Where did you hear of this/these programs: Friend

Brochure

Newspaper

Cable

DH Today

Mail To: Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department 1801 N. Beech Daly Road Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 Please add my name to your mailing list.

Parent’s Name: ____________________________ (please print)

Receipt # __________ I wish to pay by: Check# ________ # ______-______-______-______ Signature: ___________________ Expires on:________________CVV:________

Total VISA Mastercard Discover

By signing this release I give the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation the consent to use any photos taken of the participant (s) named on this registration from in department emails, brochures, on facebook, and/or twitter for marketing purposes only.

Parent/Guardian’s Signature

EACH PERSON MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY Session

Name: ____________________________________Age: ______

Program/Location

Fee

Address: _____________________________________________ City, State, Zip: ________________________________________ Email: ____________________________T-Shirt (if needed)_____ Telephone Day: _________________ Evening: _______________ Where did you hear of this/these programs: Friend

Brochure

Newspaper

Cable

DH Today

Receipt # __________ I wish to pay by: Check# ________ # ______-______-______-______ Signature: ___________________ Expires on:________________CVV:________

Total VISA Mastercard Discover

Please add my name to your mailing list.

By signing this release I give the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation the consent to use any photos taken of the participant (s) named on this registration from in department emails, brochures, on facebook, and/or twitter for marketing purposes only.

Parent’s Name: ____________________________ (please print)

Parent/Guardian’s Signature

Mail To: Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department 1801 N. Beech Daly Road Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

REFUND POLICY

Refunds are given when: 1) A program is cancelled by the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department or 2) A request for refund is made either in writing accompanied by a receipt, or by contacting the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department by telephone at least 7 working days prior to the beginning date of the program. Telephone requests must be followed by the submission of your original receipt to the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department.

3) Special consideration for refunds will be given for medical reasons.

No requested refunds are processed without the original receipt. Processing takes 3 to 4 weeks. Your receipt must accompany any request for refund.

In keeping with the American with Disabilities Act as it pertains to access to programs, and upon receiving adequate notice, the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department will make reasonable accommodations for persons with special needs. Please call 791-3600 if you need assistance.

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Where to Call

For general information about our programs or about registration procedures, call (313) 791-3600. Or E-mail us at recreation@dearbornheightsmi.gov. Office Hours are Mon. - Thurs., 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Suggestions for New Programs!

We want to hear your suggestions for new programs and also any comments you might have about existing ones. Please submit your program ideas to: recreation@dearbornheightsmi.gov. or give us a call at (313) 791-3600.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS DEARBORN HEIGHTS SENIOR PROGRAMS & EVENT HIGHLIGHTS Upcoming Events:

DEARBORN HEIGHTS SKI/SNOWBOARD CLUB

Are you looking for a new, exciting and non-competitive challenge? Want to test your skills and learn a new sport?

The Dearborn Heights Ski & Snowboard Club is ready to introduce you to skiing and snowboarding. This program is open for students 6th through the 12th grade for residents and non-residents. It is a teaching program and its purpose is to provide a safe, fun environment. Trips will be on Fridays starting in January through February. Transportation is provided by motorcoach. The first trip is on Friday, January 5, 2024 to Mt. Holly. You may register at anytime. For additional information call the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department at (313) 791-3600, Mon. - Thurs., 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Three Day Ski Trip

A special 3 day/3 night trip will be planned on evening of February 29 - March 3, 2024 for the members of the club, 8th grade and above. More details will follow. You must be a member of the Dearborn Heights Ski Club to participate.

Berwyn Senior Recreation Center: Thanksgiving Party ............November 15, 2023, 12 pm Christmas Party .................December 13, 2023, 12 pm

Eton Senior Recreation Center: Thanksgiving Party .........November 16, 2023, 12:30 pm Christmas Party ..............December 19, 2023, 12:30 pm

PICK UP A COPY OF OUR MONTHLY HEIGHTS TRAVELER AT ANY PARKS & RECREATION FACILITY FOR ALL OF THE UPCOMING TRIPS! WE HAVE RECENTLY ADDED CASINO TRIPS. PICK UP OUR “50 PLUS EDITION NEWSLETTER” FOR ALL OF THE SENIOR PROGRAMS OFFERED.

DEARBORN HEIGHTS KIDS KLUB SPRING DAY CAMP

Youth ages 6 - 12 can participate in this exciting program at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. It will be held March 25, 2024 - March 29, 2024. Instructor and aide ratio will be 1 to every 12 children. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Participants are required to bring a sack lunch and a morning and afternoon snack. Drinks will be provided for snack time.

Program will include a field trip, arts & crafts, sports, games, and more. Registration and payment of fees in required in advance. Class size is limited, sign-ups will be first-come-first-serve. Cost is $130.00 per resident and $140.00 per non-resident. This fee includes entry fees for 2 trips but does not include spending money for trips or camp t-shirt ($10.00) These shirts MUST be worn on field trip days.

Before Care and After Care Program A Before Care and an After Care Program will be held for the participants registered for the Spring Day Camp. Toys, games and activities will be provided. It will be available mornings from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. and afternoons from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. The cost for a.m. is $15.00 and p.m. is $15.00 per week. The weekly cost for both time blocks is $25.00. Pre-registration is required. The daily rate is $6.00 per hour for before and/or aftercare. Advance registration is required and late fees will be applicable if child pick up occurs after 5:30 p.m.

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