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Have you or a family member experienced a special program, service, or event that you enjoyed? Has it had a positive effect on your life?
Check out one of our stories here.
We would LOVE to hear your story!
Farmington Hills Special Services will use stories for promotional purposes. You may be selected to win a $50 Special Services gift certificate!
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Walk With A Doc
We have our last walk of the season at the Nature Center this month! This free health-inspired program is in partnership with Botsford Hospital.
Health care professionals will be available for discussions, questions, blood pressure monitoring and more. Walks are open to everyone.
Ages: All Ages
Date: Thursday, November 20
Time: Noon - 1 pm
Location: Heritage Park Nature Center
Topic: Fitness for Longevity
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Babysitter Training
This interactive and fun course teaches first aid and safety skills so you can prevent and respond to emergencies with confidence while babysitting. Participants must show competency in all required skill areas to receive a Red Cross Certification Card.
Ages: 11 - 15 (must be 11 by first day of class)
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
Location: Costick Center
Fee: $60 Resident / $65 Non-Resident
Activity: #116023-03
To register, click here.
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22nd Annual Holiday Light Ceremony
Join us at City Hall for the traditional lighting of the trees and 20-ft. candle. The candle represents our commitment to peace and unity here in Farmington Hills.
Join in the sing-a-long with the Farmington Hills Youth Theatre, directed by Mel Sheatzley from the Actors Avenue. Refreshments will be served at Fire Station Headquarters after the ceremony with a special visit from Santa.
Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: City Hall and
Fire Station Headquarters
For more information, call
(248) 473-1800
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Adults 50 & Better
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Turkey, Pumpkins, & Bingo - Oh My!
Connect with friends and spend an entertaining afternoon with a traditional game of Bingo, furnished with an array of prizes. Start the day off with a grand performance followed by a Thanksgiving meal.
Tickets available at Conway Hall.
Date: Tuesday, November 18
Time: 11 am - 2 pm
Location: Costick Center
Fee: $8 by November 14, $10 after
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Caregivers Support Group
Share and learn with others caring for someone with dementia. Meetings are open to everyone. Topics of discussion cover financial and legal considerations, emotional needs, and practical solutions. This groups also provides encouragement, socialization and more.
On November 5, a representative from the Farmington Hills Police Department will speak about how police respond to requests for help with dementia patients.
Meeting Dates: 1st and 3rd Wednesday
of each month Time: 6 - 9 pm Location: Costick Center Register by calling (800) 633-7377 or by clicking here.
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Ice Arena
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New Banners
Be sure to stop by to the Ice Arena and see our new light pole banners! From hockey to figure skating, the banners showcase what the Ice Arena has to offer for the surrounding community.
Check out November's drop-in hockey schedule here.
For general questions about the Ice Arena, call (248) 478-8800
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Flip through our Fall/Early Winter Activities Guide below.
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To register for fall classes or programs, click here.
You can also view all of our Fall Programs and Events here.
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Community Events
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Thanksgiving for Nature Bring the family out for a self-guided scavenger hunt through the trails of Heritage Park. Use the provided clues and directions to find reasons to be thankful for all of nature's gifts. Drop off your completed clues list to receive a prize! Special guest, Genot 'Winter Elk' Picor will also be sharing stories, crafts, and games of the Native Americans around a cozy campfire.
Ages: All Ages Date: Saturday, November 22 Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Costick Center Fee: $5 per person / $15 per family of 4 Activity: #111216 Register here by November 22, or stop by the Nature Center. ----------------------------------------------  Michigan Weavers Winter Market Just in time for holiday shopping! Come see artists from the Michigan Weavers Guild and their gorgeous selection of scarves, jewelry, and pieces for the home. This is a great opportunity to find that truly unique gift. All items are hand-woven and hand-made. All sales from this event help support the Cultural Arts programs in the City. Date: Saturday, November 22 Time: 10 am - 5 pm Location: Costick Center Lobby Fee: Free ----------------------------------------------
Turkey Shoot Are you good at free throws? If so, you could take home a frozen turkey for Thanksgiving for your sharp shooting. There are separate divisions for boys and girls.
Boys Ages
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| 8 - 9
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| 14 - 15
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| 10 - 11
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| 16 - 17
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| 12 - 13
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| 18+
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Girls Ages
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| 8 - 9
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| 14 - 15
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| 10 - 11
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| 16 - 17
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| 12 - 13
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| 18+
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Ages: 8+
Date: Monday, November 24 Time: 7 - 9 pm Location: Costick Center - Dublin Gym Fee: $5 / Non-Resident: $10 Register here by November 14. |
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Aquatics
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RED CROSS LIFE GUARD TRAINING
Back by popular demand, the Costick Center pool is offering life guard training during December!
Dates: Monday, December 22 and 29 and Tuesday, December 30
Time: 12 - 8 pm
Location: Costick Center Pool
Call Pool Director Matt Gale at
(248) 473-1834 to register.
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Aqua Fitness Class for Adults
Get off the treadmill and come into the Costick Center pool to try this class! It's a low impact, intense workout that will challenge participants and raise their heart rate.
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
through November
Time: 2 - 3 pm
Fee: $5 / $40 for a 10-class Pass
Passes need to be purchased at the pool.
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After School Program
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Ice Dance for Youth Center Members
For Youth Center Members only, join in the fun at the Ice Arena on Tuesday, November 25. This is a half-day and the Ice Arena will be the only youth center open!
A ticket must be purchased to get into the Ice Arena. Ticket includes the dance, two slices of pizza, and pop. Additional slices can be purchased for $1. Please wear gym shoes or snow boots to dance on the ice.
Dates: Friday, November 25
Time: All Youth Members must be picked up no later than 5:30 pm
Location: Farmington Hills Ice Arena
Activity: #320401-14
Fee: $10 per ticket / $15 per ticket after
November 21.
Register here before November 21.
For questions, call (248) 473-1841
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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:
Jerry and Jan Stribbell
Jerry, Jan and their family have attended Pizza Palooza for the last three years. It has become a family tradition! The Stribbells have lived in Farmington Hills since 1974, and look forward to this event every fall. We asked them a couple of questions:
Why do you think it's important for Special Services to provide opportunities like these for families and the community?
Jerry: I just think it's a great family event where they can gather and enjoy each other. It also shows what Farmington Hills has to offer.
What has made you and your family come back to Pizza Palooza for the last three years?
Jerry: Well Jan and I have six children who are all married and 17 grandkids, so we bring different families with us each year and will continue to do so.
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Recreation
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Boys and Girls Youth Basketball
Boys and girls youth basketball kicks off on January 3, with two practices before a 10-game season starting on January 10.
Grades: 4 - 9
Fee: $90 / $100 (Non-Resident)
Registration is open until December 3.
Click here to sign up your child.
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Cultural Arts
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Rapunzel! Rapunzel!
A Very Hairy Fairy Tale
In this hilarious musical take on the classic fairy tale, Princess Rapunzel must find a way to escape from the wicked (and fabulous) Lady Za Za. A wise old dragon, Edgar the hairstylist, and a mysterious gypsy woman round out this goofy cast of characters.
Presented by the Cultural Arts Division's Farmington Hills Youth Theatre, Rapunzel! will show on the following days:
Friday, November 21 - 7 pm
Saturday, November 22 - 5 pm
Sunday, November 23 - 2 pm
Saturday, December 6 - 1 & 5 pm
Sunday, December 7 - 2 pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: Costick Center - Stage
Fee: $10 - Children 3 and under are free. Discounts available for clubs, school groups, etc., call for details.
For more information, call
(248) 473-1848 or purchase tickets online here.
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Public Art Program
Call for Entries
The City of Farmington Hills boasts several locations for visual art exhibits, including the City Gallery, located in the lobby of the Costick Center, the Farmington Artists Club Gallery, and the Nature Center.
Opening to the public in January 2015 will be the third phase of the Public Art Program at Farmington Hills City Hall, offering display opportunities to showcase many diverse types of art. The City is seeking both outdoor and interior sculpture, and 2-D artwork of all media and reliefs.
Click here for the application. Please submit your entry by November 21. This is open to all artists.
If you have any questions about upcoming programs with the Cultural Arts Division, you can contact them at (248) 473-1859.
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Nature Center
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Living With White-Tailed Deer
Have you ever wanted to learn more about white-tailed deer and their behavior? Discover fun facts and discuss current issues about the white-tailed deer in our area.
There will be story time and deer-related crafts for kids as well as take-home resources for adults!
Ages: All Ages
Date: Friday, November 14
Time: 6 - 7:30 pm
Location: Heritage Park Nature Center
Fee: $3 per person
Activity: #11239
Register your family here.
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Herb Flavored Butter
Garden Workshop
Learn how to dry your own herbs and explore using them to make delicious flavored butter! Recipes and handouts included.
Ages: Adult
Date: Tuesday, November 18
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: Heritage Park Nature Center
Fee: $5 per person
Activity: #111213
Hurry and reserve your spot here!
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