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We have NEW Household ID magnets at the Costick Center!
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Farmington Hills
Special Services Department
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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
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Employment
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Recreation
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| Youth Soccer This six-game instructional program will help develop a child's individual soccer skills and introduce the concepts of team play and sportsmanship. Parents can register here. When registering, the school that is chosen, should be the closest to the family home. (This is for putting teams together - not where teams will practice or play.) Grades: K - 5 Date: First game is Saturday, April 25 Fee: $65 / Non-Resident - $75 --------------------------------------------  Bunny Hop 5K Run Hop to it and register! This 3.1 mile course begins and ends at Heritage Park. All entrants receive a t-shirt (not guaranteed on race day.) Refreshments will be available, along with awards for the top three-five spots per age group. Ages: All Ages
Date: Sunday, March 29 Time: 9 am Location: North Shelter, Heritage Park Activity: #110510 Fee: $20 by March 24,
$25 after Be sure to include gender,
age, and t-shirt size
when registering here. ----------------------------------------- Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt Why should the kids have all the fun? Join us for a fun-filled evening with friends. There will be a cash bar for wine and beer, salad, pizza, and breadsticks. Prizes can be won for golf outings, dinner at local restaurants, and much more! Ages: 21+ Date: Friday, March 27
Time: 7 - 9 pm Location: The Longacre House Activity: #211238 Fee: $12 / Non-Resident: $17 |
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Cultural Arts
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| Art on the Grand
Call for Artists
We would like to give our talented local artists the opportunity to apply and showcase their talents on June 6 and 7 at Art on the Grand. This popular fine arts show returns for its sixth year in the heart of downtown Farmington, on Grand River Avenue. For more information and applications, click here. You can also call (248) 473-1870. -------------------------------------------------
Blackthorn in Concert This group of five will give you humor, harmony and skilled musicianship. The talented Blackthorn guys warmly engage their audience with fine music from Ireland. Their concerts also feature a wide variety of instruments everyone will enjoy.
Click here to purchase tickets. You can also buy tickets at the Costick Center, or by calling (248) 473-1848. Date: Friday and Saturday,
March 13 and 14
Time: 7:30 pm Location: Farmington Players
Barn Theater Tickets: $19 Adults
$17 Seniors and Students
For more information, call
(248) 473-1859. ----------------------------------- Greater Farmington Film Festival
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oin kickstART and our Cultural Arts Division as they present narrative films and documentaries that engage the heart and mind, and inspire positive action.
Date: Thursday, March 5 through Saturday, March 7
Location: Various locations
throughout Farmington
Fee: $5 per show, or $25 for a wristband for the weekend
Tickets can be purchased at the Costick Center, or at the website below.
For show times and locations, visit the Greater Farmington Film Festival website here. |
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Have you been to the Farmington Community Library lately? Click their logo for events occurring in March.
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Join the F2H Fit Challenge - it's FREE!
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Flip through our Winter/ Early Spring Activities Guide below!
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To register for winter programs, click here. |
Aquatics
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Aqua-Trek Step System
The Costick pool is welcoming a new step system this month that will enhance the swimming experience. These steps will provide an easy and comfortable transition in and out of the pool. Check out the example in the photo above. -------------------------------
Red Cross
Lifeguard Classes
Become a certified lifeguard, or take a re-certification class during the month of March. Certifications are valid for two years. There are four different sessions available.
Time: 4 - 9 pm
Date: Fridays, March 13 and 20
Activity: #214114-03
Fee: Re-certification - $120 / New Certification- $250
or
Time: 8 am - 4 pm
Date: Saturdays, March 14 and 21
Activity: #214114-03
Fee:
Re-certification - $120 / New Certification - $250
For questions about classes, call
(248) 473-1834.
------------------------- Swim Lessons Remember to sign up for Spring swim lessons beginning Sunday, April 19. For class times and information, call
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After School Program
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U of M BIG HOUSE
Field Trip
The After School Youth members are taking a trip to the Big House. Transportation, lunch, and a tour of the U of M sports facilities is included.
Bus will depart the Ice Arena at 12:30 pm and will return by 5 pm. All youth members must be picked up by 5:30 pm. This is a half-day.
Date: Friday, March 13 Time: All Youth Members must be picked up no later than 5:30 pm Location: Farmington Hills
Ice Arena Fee: $25 per ticket by March 10 For questions, call
(248) 473-1841. ----------------------------- Girl Power Gala
Calling all girls in middle and upper elementary school! Enjoy a memorable evening with some light refreshments and a fashion show sponsored by Farmington Hills Old Navy. Wear your fanciest and favorite outfit! Bring your mom, grandma, aunt, sister and favorite girlfriend.
Date: Thursday, May 21 Time: 6 - 8:30 pm Location: Costick Center Activity: #320401-17 Fee: $7 per person in advance / $10 per person at the door Register at the Costick Center, online here, or at any of the after school youth centers. |
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Adults 50
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Leprechaun Ball
Join the wee little Leprechauns as they celebrate all things green! There will be trivia games, a raffle, and door prizes. A delicious lunch of corned beef and cabbage will be served. Don't forget to wear green.
Date: Friday, March 13
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
Location: Costick Center
Fee: $8 / $10 after March 9
Register by March 9 in
Conway Hall.
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Dine and Discover -
Dream Interpretation
Dreams are a succession of images, emotions, and sensations occurring during certain stages of sleep. Our goal will be to enlighten participants on this topic through handouts and discussion.
Date: Monday, March 30
Time: 9:30 - 11 am
Location: Costick Center
Fee: $5
Register in advance in
Conway Hall.
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Karaoke
Sing your favorite classics from the past and today's newest hits! Light refreshments will be served.
Date: Friday, March 27
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Location: Conway Hall
Fee: $2
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Click here for the Adults 50 & Better March issue of
The Messenger.
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Ice Arena
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Learn to Skate -
Session VII Learn to Skate classes for Session 7 begin April 14. During this eight-week class, participants will get the opportunity to learn on every level from your first step on the ice to advanced Free Style. Skaters have an opportunity to showcase their skills and talent in the Annual Ice Show held on Friday, May 8. Ages: 3 and up
Date: April 17 - June 14 Location: Farmington Hills Ice Arena Fee: $75 / Non-Resident - $80
(through February 10) For class times and registration forms,
click here. --------------------------------  Upcoming Events Check the list below for hockey games happening at the Ice Arena: MHSAA Division 3 State Quarter-Final Game - Wednesday, March 11 High School Junior Varsity State Playoffs - March 13 -15 FHHA Championship Day - Sunday, March 15 |
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Special Services Spotlight
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Each month, Special Services highlights a place, participant or program. This month, we're shining the light on:
Summer Camps
Look through our NEW
Summer Camp brochure to sign your child up for some fun adventures!
Register for these camps here.
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Community Events
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| Pizza and Eggs This is not your ordinary egg hunt! We will start with an activity and then search for eggs in the "egg patch". This will be followed by a pizza lunch. Bags will be provided and children must be accompanied by an adult. Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 11 am - 12:30 pm Location: Costick Center Activity: 21057 Fee: $7 / Non-Resident - $12 Register here by March 20. -------------------------------- One Starry Night Join local astronomers as you explore the cosmos! Learn about planets, stars, and phases of the moon. There will be telescopes set up to view the starry night sky. Please dress for the weather, as the star-gazing portion will be held outside. Ages: 5+ Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 7:30 - 9:30 pm Location: Heritage Park Nature Center Activity: #211239 Fee: $5 per person / $15 per family of 4 ----------------------------------------  Mother Daughter
Princess Tea Dress up like a princess ad join us for a fancy tea party. Activities include crafts and a tea complete with the fanciest cookies in town. Have your picture taken with a famous princess as well. Ages: 3+ Date: Saturday, March 21 Time: 10 - 11:30 am Location: The Longacre House Activity: #210500 Fee: $10 per person / Non-Resident - $15 per person |
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Special Interests
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Mary Poppins The Farmington Hills Youth Theatre presents Mary Poppins. This musical has delighted Broadway audiences and has received seven TONY Awards, including Best Musical. Performing for two weekends, this production is fun for all ages. Tickets are $10, children under three are free. First Weekend Date: Friday, April 24 -
Sunday, April 26 Time: April 24 - 7 pm,
April 25 & 26 - 2 pm Location: Costick Center Stage Second Weekend Date: Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3 Time: May 1 - 7 pm,
May 2 & 3 - 2 pm Location: Costick Center Stage Click here to
purchase tickets.
-------------------------- Easter Brunch at the Longacre House Join us for a delicious brunch on Easter Sunday at the beautiful historic Longacre House. Enjoy the charming atmosphere while dining on the fine cuisine offered from the elegant buffet. Date: Sunday, April 5 Time: 1 pm Location: The Longacre House Activity: #310534 Fee: $30, $20 for children under 12,
3 and under are free Register your family here. ----------------------------- Princesses and Superheroes Dress up your favorite little princess or superhero for a night of fun, fantasy, and adventure for the whole family. The night includes food, music, dancing, face painting, crafts and much more. You will also have the chance to meet some of Michigan's very own princesses and superheroes. Ages: All Date: Friday, March 6 Time: 6 - 8 pm Location: Costick Center Activity: #310530-01 Fee: $8 / Non-Resident - $13
Children 2 and under are free. Register here to reserve your spot before it's full. |
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Nature Center
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| Maple Sugaring in
Your Backyard
Celebrate one of the first signs of Spring! Learn to identify and select a maple tree, collect the sap, boil it down, and turn it into delicious syrup. Pre-registration required here. All ages are welcome. Watch the video above to learn about maple sugar. Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, and
1:30 - 3:30 pm Date: Sunday, March 8 Activity: #211246 Fee: $7 per person, $21 per family of 4 or Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, and
1:30 - 3:30 pm Date: Sunday, March 22 Activity: #211246 Fee: $7 per person, $21 per family of 4 ------------------------------------ Homeschool Nature Program Add science and nature to your child's education. Naturalist guides will lead hands-on experiences outdoors while exploring a different nature theme each week. This is a drop-off program. Register your child here. Ages: 6 - 12 Date: Tuesdays March 24 - May 19 Time: 1 - 2:30 pm Location: Heritage Park Nature Center Fee: $50 per child Activity: #311263-01 |
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