(Click any link below to go to that section of the newsletter.)
Golf
|
Farmington Hills
Special Services Department
|
| 
Click the photo above to register for our summer camps. |
We want to hear about your experiences! Did one of our programs change your day? Change your outlook? Change your life?
Tell us your story today by emailing us at [email protected].
Check out our most recent story here.
Farmington Hills Special Services will use stories for promotional purposes. You may be selected to win a $50 Special Services gift certificate!
Tell Us Your Story is
sponsored by
|
 Farmington Hills Golf Club
|
|  Grab your clubs and visit the Farmington Hills Golf Club! Be sure to stop by the clubhouse to get new apparel or equipment today. Don't forget to enjoy a nice meal at the Greek Islands Bar and Grill while you are there. Check out their menu here.
 For weekly specials and tee time information, call
(248) 476-5910. -------------------------
Golf Lessons - Session 3 Sign up for golf lessons to have qualified instructors improve your game. Lessons are available for both beginner and intermediate players. A bucket of balls must be purchased per lesson.
Dates: July 6 through August 6
Fee: $55 / Non-Resident - $65
For specific lesson dates and times, please call
(248) 476-5910. |
Nature Center
|
| 
Join us in celebrating the longest day of the year! Take a hay ride through the park, explore the Nature Center, visit the Children's Garden, and find out what makes this day so special. Ages: All Ages
Date: Sunday, June 21
Time: 1 - 3 pm Location: Heritage Park
Nature Center Fee: $5 per person, or
$15 per family of 4 ------------------------------------ 
Outdoor Yoga Experience yoga in Heritage Park! Breathe and stretch to the ever changing beauty and serenity of nature. Bring a mat and blanket, and also dress for the weather. Pre-register here for all 10 classes, and receive $15 off! Dates: Wednesdays, June 17 - August 19 Time: 8 - 9 am Location: Heritage Park
Visitor's Center (front lawn) Fee: $85 per person /
Drop-In: $10 per class, Activity: #111232-01 --------------------------------- Free Summer Programs Enjoy a summer afternoon at the Nature Center with a story, nature hike, or fun science experiment! Activities are free and designed for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and donations are always accepted. Dates: June 15 - August 20 Times: All activities begin
at 2 pm Mondays: Story and
Scavenger Hunt Wednesdays: Nature Hike Thursdays: Science Experiment Register for these free programs here. |
 |
Ice Arena
|
Learn to Skate
Summer Classes Learn to Skate classes for summer begin June 16. During this eight-week class, participants will get the opportunity to learn on every level from their first step on the ice to advanced Free Style. Registration begins June 1. Click here for information about the new Thursday session. Check out the Tuesday / Thursday class schedule here. Ages: 3 and up
Dates: Tuesdays or Thursdays, June 16 through August 13 Times:
Tuesdays - 5:15 - 6:05 pm or Thursdays - 10:30 - 11:20 am Location: Farmington Hills
Ice Arena For registration forms,
click here. |
|
|
|
|
Flip through our Spring/Summer
Activities Guide below!
|
|  To register for summer programs, click here. |
Cultural Arts
|
| 
Don't miss over 100 artists and artwork which includes paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, clothing, and more. Hands-on activities will also be included for those young art lovers.
Art on the Grand is located in Downtown Farmington, right on Grand River Avenue Date: Saturday, June 6,
10 am - 7 pm
Sunday, June 7, 11 am - 5 pm
For more information,
call (248) 473-1870.
---------------------------------- Little Stars
Theatre Camp
Presented by the Farmington Hills Youth Theatre, this camp is designed for young kids interested in performing through drama, music, storytelling, movement and theatre games. Both an AM and PM class is available. Basics Ages: 4 - 5 Date: Monday - Friday,
June 22 - 26 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm or
1 - 4 pm Location: Farmington Players Barn Theatre
(32332 West Twelve Mile Road) Activity: #280409-10 (AM) or #280409-11 (PM) ---------------------------------  This free concert series is returning for the summer! Relax and enjoy fun-filled evenings of great music in the gorgeous surroundings of Heritage Park. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, or picnic dinner for family and friends. Location: Heritage Park Amphitheatre (In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to the Costick Center.)
|
Artist
|
July 18
|
Farmington Community Concert Band |
July 25
|
Jai Ho (A Musical Extravaganza)
|
|
|
Adults 50
& Better
|
|
Shredding for Safety
Protect your identity, de-clutter your home, and recycle! Bring up to four paper grocery bags to be shredded. Please no magazines, junk mail, or trash.
This is drive up only.
Date: Tuesday, June 9
Time: 10:00 am - 12 pm
Location: Costick Center
Parking Lot
----------------------------
Have the Messenger emailed to you!
Click
here to sign up. Be sure to choose "Adults 50 & Better: The Messenger".
------------------------------------
Click here for the Adults 50 & Better June issue of
The Messenger.
|
Recreation
|
| UK International
Soccer Camp UK International is a full-service soccer education company that provides professional coaches and trainers to future soccer players. Campers should bring shin guards, cleats, tennis shoes, and lunch to this camp. Ages: 6 - 16 Date: Monday - Friday, June 15 - 19 Time: 9 am - 3 pm Location: Costick Center Soccer Fields Fee: $195
Non - Resident: $215 Register your child here. ----------------------------- 
Summer Open
Shooting Hours
The Riley Archery Range includes eight shooting lanes, providing shooting opportunities for people of all ages. Times will run from June 13 through August 8.
Times:
Saturdays, 9 am - 12 pm, and
2 pm - 5 pm Sundays, 11 am - 7 pm Tuesdays, 11 am - 7 pm
Wednesdays, 11 am - 7 pm
Fees: Adults - $6 per hour Youth/Seniors - $5 per hour *Equipment Rental
(bow and five arrows)
$5 per hour
*You may also bring your own equipment. For more information about times or equipment, call
(248) 477-1135. -------------------------------- Tennis Lessons Sign your children up for tennis lessons this summer! Instruction is offered in backhand, forehand, serve, volley, and ball control. Please wear appropriate shoes and bring your racquet. Tennis balls will be provided. Session 1: June 15 - July 1 (M/W) Session 2: June 16 - July 2 (T/TH) Ages: 5+ Location: North Farmington
High School Fee: $70 / Non-Resident: $80 (Six classes) Register your child here. |
|
Have you been to the Farmington Community Library lately? Click below to see their June events.
|
Join the F2H Fit Challenge - it's FREE!
|
|
|
Special Services Spotlight
|
| Each month, we highlight a place, participant or program. This month, we're shining the light on: Riley Archery Range  Located in Heritage Park, the Riley Archery Range was built in Fall 2014 and is now open for classes, leagues, private lessons, corporate groups and much more! Join us for our grand opening on Monday, July 13! Find more information here. The range offers eight shooting lanes with distances of 10 - 30 yards. It provides programs and shooting opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. This was made possible with support from the Riley Foundation, Panasonic, ROWE Professional Services, Safari Club International, and Michigan DNR - Thank you! For class times and league information, check out the brochure here. |
Community Events
|
| 
Pack up your tent and join us for the 9th annual campout! Families can register for a site in Heritage Park, which includes a hot dog and a drink. This event is free to attend, and concessions will be available for purchase at the "Camp Store." Date: Saturday, June 6 -
Sunday June 7 Time: 4 - 9 pm (Free) Location: Heritage Park Activity: #310527-01 Camp Site Fee: $25 Register your family's campsite here. |
Special Interests
|
| Safety Town This preschool education program helps teach everyday safety including police, fire, water, stranger, pedestrian safety and much more.
Children must bring a lunch including a drink. See what Safety Town is all about below.
Ages: 4 - 6
Date: Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26
Time:
Location: Farmington Community School
(30415 Shiawassee Road)
Fee: $120,
Non-Resident: $130
Activity: #311601-01
Register your child here.
------------------------------ Boaters Safety This class will teach participants how to operate a motor boat of 6-horse power or more. Anyone born after December 31, 1978 must pass this course to operate a personal water craft. Register for boaters safety here. Ages: 12+ Date: Tuesday and Thursday, June 16 and 18 Time: 6 - 9 pm Location: Costick Center Fee: $20 / Non-Resident: $25 Activity: #218501-02 Both nights of class must be attended to receive certificate. |
After School Program
|
|
Summer Youth Program
We're celebrating 20 years!
Members of the After School Program can sign up for fun indoor and outdoor activities this summer including field trips to the zoo, waterpark, and Rainforest Caf?, and many more.
Check out the Summer Activities Guide here for more information about pricing and early
drop-off. For a list of field trips, click here. This program begins Monday, June 22 and runs through Saturday, August 15. Please visit the Costick Center to sign up, or call
(248) 473-1800 for more summer youth program questions. |
Aquatics
|
|  On June 18, the nation's top water safety and training organizations are joining forces to build awareness about the importance of teaching children to swim to prevent drowning.
The Costick Pool will be hosting The World's Largest Swim Lesson at 10 am.
Date: Thursday, June 18 Time: 10 am
Fee: $2 per person
Activity: #314105-01
To register for the World's Largest Swim Lesson,
click here.
-------------------------  Costick Crocodiles
Swim Club
Introducing the newest addition to the Costick Pool: the Costick Crocodiles! Designed for swimmers that would like further coaching and preparation for a swim team atmosphere.
Swimmers have the opportunity to compete in mock swim meets at home and away.
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, or Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, June 16 - August 28 Time: 8 - 9 am (T/Th), or
3 - 4 pm (M/W/F) Location: Costick Center Pool Fee: $119 / Non-Resident: $129 Call (248) 473-1811 for
more information. ------------------------------------ Women's Only Swim Hour Join the women of Farmington Hills for an activity of your choice! This full hour is great for the socializer, the casual swimmer, the exerciser, or the lap swimmer. Women attending can also receive a 30-minute swim lesson at an additional cost. Date: Sundays, beginning June 14 Time: 4 - 4:30 pm Fee: $3 Additional $5 per participant, per day for lesson. |
|
|
|
