CITY OF HUNTINGTON WOODS
Newsletter January 13 - January 20
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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
January 19, Thursday, 3:30 pm: Senior Advisory Committee
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY - JANUARY 16, 2023 |
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CITY HALL CLOSED MONDAY
City Hall will be closed Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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NO DELAY FOR MLK HOLIDAY
Trash collection is not affected by Martin Luther King Jr observances. Please set out recycling and trash after 4:00 pm Monday and 7:00 am Tuesday.
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SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT
The owners of approximately 13 homes in the City have received notice that sewer main replacement will occur in the utility easements behind their homes in 2023. Two small segments of the sewer main are too badly damaged for the less-invasive “lining” process that is being used in other areas: at Allor and Lincoln, and at Borgman and Wyoming. The City will continue to follow up the hand-delivered notifications with ongoing information and assistance, from the first stakes in the ground to property restoration.
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MENS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The Men's Club is offering scholarships to those residing in Huntington Woods who are graduating high school or attending college/university. Please read the application and qualifications for further details.
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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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CHRISTMAS TREE CHIPPING
The DPW will pick up and chip your Christmas trees that are set on the right-of-way for Wednesday chipping. If inclement weather prevents us from chipping on a Wednesday, we will do it on the next favorable day. Please remove all ornaments, wrapping, light strands, or anything else that is not the tree itself.
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BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK
Wednesday, January 18, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Join us in the Senior Lounge of the Recreation Center to have your blood pressure checked by Carlene Umstead, registered nurse.
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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. Non-residents may register beginning January 11. Cost: $25
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YANKEE AIR MUSEUM
Wednesday, February 1, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Explore the many exhibits, as well as the static aircraft collection, ranging from World War I to the Vietnam era. Following our guided tour, we will head to the Bomber Restaurant. Their theme is tied to the B-24 Bombers, that were made during World War ll, at the nearby Willow Run Bomber Plant. Register by January 25. Non-residents may register beginning January 18. Cost: $25 (lunch on your own)
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CHILDREN'S STORYTIME
Tuesday, January 24 & 31, 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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BIRMINGHAM SOCIETY OF WOMEN PAINTERS - WOODS GALLERY RECEPTION
Thursday, January 12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Woods Gallery
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 6:00 pm.
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
Woods Gallery
We will learn how to weave using materials you may have around your home. This is a great way to recycle everyday items into art.d
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CAREGIVER WORKSHOP
Wednesday, January 18, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friends Room
This series of workshops is for those who are 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.
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HWPL BOOK DISCUSSION
Monday, January 23, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for a lively discussion of The Man in the High Castle, a novel by Philip K. Dick. This event is held via Zoom; registration is required in order to get the Zoom link.
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THE BIRMINGHAM SOCIETY OF WOMEN PAINTERS
"MARKING A MOMENT"
January 7 - February 23
Woods Gallery
Mark your calendar to see “Marking a Moment,” the new exhibit by the Birmingham Society of Women Painters at the Woods Gallery from Jan 7th thru Feb 23rd. Juried by Kathryn Pistor, “Marking a Moment” features a wide variety of painting styles by 20 of the group’s members. The subject matter, ranging from landscape and florals to abstraction, marks a moment in time from this dynamic painting group, originally established in 1944.
The Woods Gallery is located in the lower level of the Huntington Woods Library and is open during library hours.
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FILM SHOWING
Wednesday, January 18, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Woods Gallery
Drop in for a showing of the next film in Dr. Tara Hayes' film discussion series. Whether you're planning to attend the discussion on January 25th or not, you are sure to enjoy this 1942 romantic comedy starring Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn. The film was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry for being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" and earned Katharine Hepburn an Oscar nomination for Best Actress.
No registration required.
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JUDGE AVERN COHN WITH JACK LESSENBERRY
Thursday, January 19, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Woods Gallery
Learn about the life of Avern Cohn and his years on the bench. Meet biographer Jack Lessneberry as he discusses his book about this local Justice.
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CAREGIVER WORKSHOP FOR ADULT CAREGIVERS
Wednesday, January 25, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This series of workshops is for those who are 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 by emailing [email protected] or calling (833) 262-2200. You may also register here, and we will forward your information for you.
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CONVERSATIONS ON RACE
January 23, 30, February 6, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Library Network (TLN) is hosting a 3-week Zoom program of guided conversations to help you build your awareness of and skills for talking about race and racism. For more information and to register for this series, please visit https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1702290.
If you prefer an in-person experience, this same program will be offered at our library beginning March 6 in the Woods Gallery. Registration is now open on the library website, www.huntingtonwoodslib.org.
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BOOK PAGE ONLINE IS HERE!
You now have access to the digital version of Book Page, a free monthly magazine devoted to new and upcoming adult and children's books, with detailed descriptions, recommendations, and reviews. The online version is identical to the print version, which is still available at the library, with the additional options of searching by author or title and the ability to view back issues.
To access, click on the link on the library's home page, www.huntingtonwoodslib.org. Thank you Friends of the Library for making this possible!
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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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Take the survey to help the Rec Center improve its Pickleball Programming! |
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MASTER MECHANIC
DPW is looking to hire a full time master mechanic. For a full job description and application, please visit hwmi.org or click on the links below. If turning in an employment application, please email it to [email protected]. |
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FRUIT CAMP STAFF
The Rec Center is looking for camp staff to work through June 12 - August 11, from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Read through the job description and fill out an application in the link below. Email all applications to [email protected].
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FRONT DESK CLERK NEEDED
The Recreation Center is searching for a Front Desk Clerk. The applicant would be working on Saturdays from 8:45am - 3:15pm.
Help needed with answering phones, checking in open-gym participants, registering program participants, and opening/closing the building. Training included. Great job for a high school student (must be 18) or a retired senior.
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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! We 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 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.
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January 23, Monday, 7:00 pm: Planning Commission Meeting |
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26815 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods MI 48070
248.541.4300
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