CITY OF HUNTINGTON WOODS
Newsletter December 30, 2022 - January 6, 2023
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January 4, Wednesday, 7:30 pm: Historic District Commission Meeting
January 9, Monday, 7:30 pm: Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
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CITY HALL, DPW, AND REC CENTER HOLIDAY CLOSING DATES
Friday, December 30
Saturday, December 31
Sunday, January 1
Monday, January 2
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NO DELAYS IN TRASH & RECYCLING PICKUP
There are no delays in trash pickup after Christmas or New Year's holidays. Trash and recycling should be at the curb by 7 am on Tuesdays, as usual.
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CARDBOARD RECYCLING RECEPTACLE
An easy place to bring clean, empty cardboard that won't fit into your curbside bin - perfect for those large gift boxes. Please flatten whenever possible
The large “dumpster” type receptacle is behind the Library and near the tennis courts. It will remain until after New Year.
Please mind the one-way traffic there, and be extra careful driving near the school and Rec Center.
(Note: Troy piloted this holiday collection program in 2021 and took in 6 tons of cardboard. How many tons could HW collect? )
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YARD WASTE COLLECTION HAS ENDED
The curbside pickup of bagged yard waste has ended for the year, resuming again on April 4, 2023. SOCRRA will accept up to 10 bags of yard waste at its facility in Troy (see socrra.org for details). Please note that yard waste includes the food scraps bins.
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CHIPPING OF BRANCHES RESUMES
The DPW resumed its chipping service immediately after leaf season, and is now on its regular schedule of Wednesday chipping. Please note t the chipper is meant for larger branches, minimum two inch diameter and at least four feet in length. Not only is the small stuff dangerous to feed into the chipper, but it impairs the DPW's ability to get through the City in one day.
Weather permitting, DPW will be going around every Wednesday to collect Christmas trees for chipping. Residents can place them at the curb Tuesday evenings for collection.
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WINTER 2023 HOMETOWN HERALD
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SEWER LINING UPDATE
Our contractor Lanzo has been lining certain portions of sewer in the City. This is a long-lasting repair method that eliminates the need to dig up sewers and destroy landscaping and trees. Each affected home will receive a gold-colored door hanger to notify the resident about the work. Please read it carefully and call Lanzo’s number on the door hanger with any questions or concerns. The project should be completed in a couple of weeks, but each affected home should only have one day of inconvenience (mainly minimizing water use during the one day). Most homes in the City will not be affected at all. Those with lots where sewer excavations need to take place will be contacted on an individual basis.
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FORD PIQUETTE FACTORY TOUR
Wednesday, January 25, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Experience the birthplace of the Ford Model T car, at the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant now recognized as one of the most significant automotive heritage sites in the world. Walk the worn wood floors and touch the brick walls where Henry Ford and his team of automotive pioneers developed the car that led to an automotive and social revolution.
Register online at recreation.hwmi.org or at the Rec Center by January 18. Nonresidents may register beginning January 11. Cost: $25
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FREE COVID TESTS ARE HERE!
New Covid-19 test kits have arrived from the State of Michigan. Tests are limited to two per family, please ask at the circulation desk.
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CHILDREN'S STORYTIME
Tuesday, January 3 & 10, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Join Miss Shannon in the children's area for stories, rhymes, songs and play time!
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VITAL VOICES BOOK DISCUSSION
Tuesday, January 10, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
This group focuses on reading and discussing books written by people from cultures outside the U.S. and those within the U.S. that you may not be familiar with. We learn, we laugh, and we'd love for you to join us!
This is a hybrid event - in person or via Zoom.
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CAREGIVER WORKSHOP
Wednesday, January 11, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
This is the first evening of a series of workshops for those currently caring for a loved one or friend on an extensive basis. Since this program is in conjunction with the Area Agency on aging, you should register, email [email protected] or call (833) 262-2200. You may also register here, and we will forward your information for you.
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BIRMINGHAM SOCIETY OF WOMEN PAINTERS - WOODS GALLERY RECEPTION
Thursday, January 12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Woods Gallery is featuring a group show of juried works from the Birmingham Society of Women Painters. This is a diverse group of over 60 women painters. The BSWP has been in existence since 1944.
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FREE PRACTICE SAT EXAM GRADES 9-12
Saturday, January 14, 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Knox Room
CALLING ALL TEENS!
Come to the Huntington Woods Library to take a free PRACTICE SAT TEST compliments of Sylvan Learning Center in Troy.
A FOLLOW UP MEETING for teens & parents will take place here at the library on January 19, 2023 at 6:00pm
At that meeting, a representative will review the scores and offer testing strategies, so you are prepared and ready to go before the real test day arrives!
Registration: Please register only the name of the teen(s) attending. Thank you!
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ART WITH FLYNN WARE
Saturday, January 14, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Today we will be learning how to weave using used materials you may have around your home. This is a great way to recycle everyday items into art.
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BURTON BOOK CLUB
Monday - Thursday, 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Burtonbery Book Club is for 4th and 5th Grade students from Burton Elementary School that are reading Burtonbery books!
This is a drop-in Book Club and available Mon-Thursday 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm. Students can choose their own reading activities that will be provided, use question cards with a friend, silent read or buddy read, eat snacks and more...
Come join in the fun with Ms. Shannon! Let's get reading!
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ACTIVITY IDEAS FOR BABIES, TODDLERS, AND PRESCHOOLERS
Get daily text messages with simple and fun learning activities to do with your child. To sign up, text Talk to 75547. For more information or to see sample texts, visit www.texttolearn.com, or talk to Miss Shannon next time you're in the library.
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WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT
Miss Shannon has created two new scavenger hunts in the children's area. One is for preschoolers and the other is for elementary age children. Find the winter themed pictures and facts around the children’s section, and take a sticker when you’re done!
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BUS DRIVER NEEDED
CDL-B, Passenger Endorsement, Air Brake Certification Needed Part-time driver needed for occasional latchkey, summer camp and adult trips (using 45 passenger bus) $14.00/hour.
Additional opportunity for part-time position driving the city’s SMART bus for senior transportation M-F, 8:30am - 3:30pm (days & times may vary).
For more Information:
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HW LATCHKEY RECRUITMENT
A wonderful opportunity to work with kids, build a resume and gain professional development!
Monday - Friday, 3pm - 6pm
Flexible Hours & Days!
16+ yrs. may apply
For more Information:
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS OPENINGS
The City is accepting applications for qualified volunteers interested in serving on various Boards and Commissions. To apply, please visit the City Clerk's page on the City's website.
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LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD OPENINGS
The Library Advisory Board needs you! As of January 1, 2023, we will have two openings on our Library Board, one for an adult and one for a high school student. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month from 7 - 8:30 pm.
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January 16, Monday, 7:00 pm: Library Advisory Board Meeting
January 17, Tuesday, 7:00 pm: Arts and Garden Board Meeting
January 17, Tuesday, 7:30 pm: City Commission Meeting
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26815 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods MI 48070
248.541.4300
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