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the city of
AUBURN HILLS
winter 2022
winter 2021-2022 · VOLUME 30
FROM THE
IN THIS
MAYOR ISSUE
Holiday Greetings! I would like to
begin by thanking the residents
for participating in our election 03 UPCOMING EVENTS
on November 2nd. As a fourth-
generation resident of the
community, I am dedicated to
04 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
the city’s continued success. It is
a privilege to serve the residents,
06 PUBLIC SAFETY
businesses, and visitors alike with
my colleagues on City Council. I
would also like to thank the City 07 PUBLIC LIBRARY
Council for selecting me to once again serve as Mayor for the
next two years.
09 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Congratulations to City Councilmember and Mayor Pro-Tem,
John Burmeister, on his retirement from City Council. Mr.
Burmeister served on the City Council for eight years and as 12 PARKS & RECREATION
Mayor Pro-Tem for four years. He will be surely missed, and
the city thanks him for his service. Mr. Burmeister’s retirement
19 SENIOR SERVICES
created an opening on City Council and congratulations
go out to Tim Carrier on his election to City Council, as
well as incumbents Eugene Hawkins, Henry Knight, and 26 OUR LEADERS & DIRECTORY
Bob Kittle who were also elected to serve our community.
Congratulations are also in order for Bob Kittle who will serve
as your Mayor Pro-Tem. We look forward to Mr. Carrier joining
the City Council and for the contributions he will make as a
member. Together, everyone on City Council looks forward
to working with our talented and dedicated staff to continue
our progress making Auburn Hills a great city to live, work, and
raise a family.
As your City Council begins planning for 2022, I would
encourage you to stop by a City Council meeting, visit our
website and blog, or follow us on social media for updates
on projects and events. Next year promises to be even more
successful than 2021 as we further distance ourselves from the
COVID-19 pandemic, with our further growth in our business
community, the expansion of our downtown, the addition of
new residential neighborhoods, and even more city events
offered to our community.
From all of us here at the City, we wish you a holiday season
filled with joy and good health.
UPCOMING
community events
semi-annual american red cross blood drive
fri 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm | the community center
1/07 Start the New Year out right by donating the Gift of Life. Donate blood so someone else’s New Year will be better! Through
your generosity, someone’s life will be changed and there is no better feeling than knowing you helped someone. All it will
cost you is an hour or so of your time.
Schedule your appointment by calling 248-370-9353 or on-line at http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation
mon martin luther king, jr. day
8:30 am | the community center
1/17 Join us for a community-wide celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Operation Cover Me for Grace
Centers of Hope. Our theme for 2022 is “Moving Forward”. “If you can’t fly, run. If you can’t walk, crawl, but by all means,
keep moving” -Martin Luther King, Jr, 1967. Community Challenge: We will challenge the citizens of Auburn Hills to commit
to taking steps that promote beauty, love, and justice in our community and beyond. We are in need of 1.5-yard sections of
fleece to make tie fleece blankets to donate to Grace Centers of Hope. Also, will accept blankets already made.
5th annual bruce howell memorial free-throw contest
sat 2:00 pm | community center gym
2/19 Players of all ages and abilities are invited to compete in this exciting contest. Bruce was one of the greatest and kindest
custodians to work at the Community Center. He had a special way with the kids in the gym playing basketball – welcoming
everyone, giving them tips, and showing them the way. In his honor, we’ll gather and have a fun time in the gym and give out
prizes in a few age groups. The event is free, but we’ll be taking donations for the American Cancer Society to aid in the
fight to end cancer. See you in the gym! The Teen Council is also selling concessions during the fun!
31st annual easter egg hunt and bonnet contest
sat 12:00 - 2:00 pm | civic center park
4/16 Children of all ages are invited to hunt for Easter treats, enter the Annual Easter Bonnet Contest, and have their pictures
taken with the Easter Bunny! Adults- don’t forget to enter the traditional “Egg Toss”!
$2 per child (payable from your car when entering the park)
Age categories: 3 & under, 4-6, 7-9, 10 & up
Bonnet Contest: 12:15 pm -Children’s categories: Best Auburn Hills Spirit, Most Creative, Prettiest,
and NEW this year, MOST COMICAL. Adult category: Easter Bunny’s Favorite
Photos: 12:15 pm inside the Community Center
Adult Egg Toss: 1 pm on the lawn
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1827 N. SQUIRREL RD. | AUBURN HILLS 48326
DEVELOPMENT
PHONE 248-364-6900
FAX 248-364-6939
BUSINESS HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM
PREVENT
WATER POLLUTION
Winter brings many fun activities, such as sledding, ice hockey, ice skating, and
skiing. However, winter also means mounds of snow to shovel and layers of ice to
remove from our sidewalks and driveways. W e often make the job easier by applying
deicers like salt. Besides sodium chloride, many deicers also contain chemicals that
dissolve and flow into street drains, which lead directly to our rivers and endanger
aquatic life. You can help protect our aquatic ecosystems by following these tips
to reduce salt use and prevent water pollution.
REMOVE THE ELEMENTS
Remove as much snow and ice as possible before applying any d eicing material.
Use a shovel to remove snow a
nd break up the ice before a dding more material.
EXPLORE ALTERNATIVES
alcium magnesium acetate (CMA) was developed as a d eicing alternative because
C
ithas fewer adverse environmental i mpacts, and doesn’t causecorrosion.
LIMIT ACCESS
You can also reduce salt use by l imiting access to your home through one entrance.
For everydoorway that is not used, there w ill be less salt running into the c atch
basin in your street.
REDUCE SALT USE
By limiting the amount of salt we use on sidewalks and driveways, we reduce the
amountof polluted stormwater washing into our waterways.
REPORT POLLUTION
To report pollution, please call the City of Auburn Hills, Community Development
Department at 248-364-6900.
community development · page 4
LOCAL BUSINESSES STEP UP
TO KEEP OUR WATERS CLEAN
On the sunny Saturday morning of September
18th, a group of 30 volunteers worked together
with past and present City employees to keep the
Clinton River clean.
Eighteen volunteers made up of employees and
family members from Martinrea International,
residents of the watershed, and City employees
past and present met at River Woods Park to
clean up the stretch of the Clinton River that
flows from Squirrel Road to M-59, including River
Woods Park and the Skate Park. Their endeavors
resulted in the removal of 26 bags of trash, one mountain bike, one car tire, the top half of a 30-gallon
drum, and a large item made of plastic.
The second group of 12 volunteers were employees and family members from Genisys Credit Union.
Their group removed over three bags of trash and debris that had collected in the boulders and
branches along the banks and bed of the river in Riverside Park.
The time and effort these volunteers dedicated to the community that day goes a long way in helping
the City preserve and protect our valued water resources for this generation and future generations
to come.
The City of Auburn Hills would like to send out a special thank you to all the volunteers who participated
in this year’s clean-up effort.
To learn what you can do to improve the quality of our local rivers, lakes, and streams please visit
the Community Development Department’s Stormwater webpage at www.auburnhills.org/stormwater.
php. or the Clinton River Watershed Council’s website at www.crwc.org.
CHIEF OF POLICE FIRE CHIEF
PUBLIC
JEFF BAKER ELLEN TAYLOR
POLICE DEPARTMENT FIRE DEPARTMENT
SAFETY
1899 N. SQUIRREL ROAD 1899 N. SQUIRREL ROAD
AUBURN HILLS 48326 AUBURN HILLS 48326
NON-EMERGENCY DISPATCH NON-EMERGENCY
248-370-9444 248-370-9461
POLICE RECORDS
248-370-9460
VAPES. E-CIGARETTES.
E-HOOKAHS. MODS.
An aspect of teen vaping is that vape pens can be used to ingest marijuana or other illicit drugs. Because the
inhaled vapor can be odorless or pleasantly scented, parents who believe their teens are inhaling pure vapor
may be unaware that their teenagers are using drugs. Vaping can be difficult to detect, and identifying what
compounds are being vaped may be even more challenging. As with marijuana and teens, the best strategy to
prevent future addiction is zero-tolerance.
In 2020, 19.6% of high school students (3.02 million) and 4.7% of middle school students (550,000) reported
current e-cigarette use. Among current e-cigarette users, 22.5% of high school users and 9.4% of middle school
users reported daily use. Among all current e-cigarette users, 82.9% used flavored e-cigarettes, including 84.7% of
high school users (2.53 million) and 73.9% of middle school users (400,000). Nicotine, flavored liquids, marijuana,
and hash oil can be used for vaping.
Many teenagers hide their vaping from their parents; here
are a few signs your kid is vaping:
• Increased thirst: Vaping dehydrates the mouth and throat
• Unfamiliar USB Drives or Electronic Devices: Vape pens
and e-cigarettes have capitalized on the popularity of
electronic devices
• Secrecy/Paranoia: Teens who are hiding vaping from
their parents may be especially resentful of perceived
intrusions
• Vaping is addictive and there is no safe way to vape. Even
when nicotine or illicit drugs are not present, aerosolized
particles can be harmful to lungs and developing brains
References:
https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2019/02/vaping-rises-among-teens
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6937e1.htm
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/teen-addiction/drug/teen-vaping/
public safety · page 6
AUBURN HILLS
AUBURN HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
3400 E. SEYBURN DR. | AUBURN HILLS 48326
LIBRARY
PHONE 248-370-9466
WEBSITE WWW.AHPLIBRARY.ORG
BUSINESS HOURS
MONDAY - THURSDAY | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
FRIDAY - SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
STORYTIMES
LIBRARIAN FOR A DAY
BOOKS & BUBBLES Saturday, April 9 | 2 pm | Grades 2-5
Thursdays | 10:30 am | Ages 0-18 months Do you have what it takes to become a librarian? Compete in
Drop in every Thursday morning to listen to a story and enjoy the Library Olympics to find out! Help us celebrate Nation
a song and bubbles! al Library week with treats and Library games. Registration
required.
TODDLER TIME
Wednesdays | 10:30 am | Ages 18 – 35 months TWEEN
We’ll read books, learn new rhymes and songs, and have lots
of interactive fun. Registration required. YOUTUBE CLUB
6:30 pm | Grades 5-8
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Session 1: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18 Session 2: 2/1, 2/8, 2/15
Tuesdays | 10:30 am & Thursdays | 7 pm | Ages 3-6 Session 3: 4/5, 4/12, 4/19
Join us for rhymes, songs, finger plays, and stories! Story- Back by popular demand, YouTube Club will be running in
time provides a wonderful opportunity to practice listening, 3 week sessions this winter and spring! We will work with
following directions, and getting ready for school. Registration green screens and video editing software to create content to
required. feature on the library’s Tween Channel. If you have ever been
interested in making your own content, this is the club for you!
DOWNTOWN FAMILY STORYTIME Registration required.
Mondays 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 | 10:30 am | Ages 0-6
Join us for a family storytime in downtown Auburn Hills! We
will have plenty of stories and songs to start the week off TEEN
right. Check our calendar for weekly locations.
TEEN VOLUNTEER NIGHT
Tuesdays 1/25, 2/22, 3/22, 4/26 | 7 pm | Grades 9-12
ELEMENTARY AGE Need volunteer hours? Want to help the library? Then come
AND THE WINNER IS...? by the library and help us with craft prep and other tasks as
needed. Registration required.
Saturday, January 29 | 2 pm | Grades 2-5
Did you know there are AWARDS for books?? Every year, one
kid’s book wins an award for its pictures! This year, we’re in- ALL AGES
viting you to take a look at the books and decide which would
win the Auburn Hills Caldecott award! Registration required. LEGO CLUB
Saturdays 1/8, 2/5, 3/5, 4/2 | 2 pm
YEAR OF THE TIGER CELEBRATION Families can spend quality time together and build with LEGO!
Wednesday, February 9 | 6:30 pm | Grades 1-5 Create anything you can imagine using the Library’s LEGO
Celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Tiger with crafts supply.
and activities focused around the Lunar New Year. Registra-
tion required. WINTER READING PROGRAM
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up with a good book... and
TISSUE PAPER ART TAKE & MAKE
get rewarded for reading! Complete our reading challenges
Wednesday, March 16 | Grades 1-5
and log your books for a chance to win prizes this February.
Make your own artwork using tissue paper! Pick up a canvas
This program will be for all ages.
and supplies to make an art project at home. Registration
required.
ADULTS
CREATIVE CRAFTING LOVE POTION CRAFT WORKSHOP
Are you crafty and enjoy creating? Then please join us as we Saturday, February 5 | 11 am
make great seasonal craft projects together. This program is for Give a loved one a personalized gift to let them know you care!
our adult patrons and requires adult crafting skills. Registration Include a message in this charming bottle of “love potion.”
is required. Registration required.
Smooshy Sock Snowman - January RAINBOW WALL HANGING
This month’s program will be a Take & Make kit for at-home Thursday, March 3 | 6:30 pm
crafting. Kits available for pickup starting January 4 from the Bring some color to your wall with this handmade rainbow wall
Information Services Desk or via curbside pickup.
hanging. Registration required.
Paper Valentine Wreath - Monday, February 7 | 6 pm
Lucky Wood & Paper Sign - Monday, March 7 | 6 pm STICKER CLUB KIT
1/15, 2/15, 3/15, 4/15
RESUME WORKSHOP Love stickers? So do we! Get a set of custom stickers every
Tuesday, January 11 | 6 - 7 pm via Zoom month. Registration required.
Saturday, March 12 | 11 am - 12 pm
New year, new resume! Whether you are looking to write your AUBURN HILLS WRITERS GROUP
first resume or update your existing one, stop by one of our Thursdays | 1/20, 2/17, 3/17, 4/21 | 6:30 pm
resume workshops. Registration required. Writers 18 years and older are encouraged to meet with the
Auburn Hills Writers Group, led by local
NEGRO MOTORIST GREEN-BOOK TOUR writing enthusiast, Mychelle Martin. The
WITH THE DETROIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
group meets to discuss writing, take part in
Tuesday, February 15 | 6:30 pm via Zoom
Join us as we “walk” through Midtown and downtown Detroit writing exercises, and share their work. Walk-
and discover the safe-havens, swinging spots, and surprising ins are welcome!
stories that helped African-Americans from Detroit and all
over the country navigate the city. Registration required. TECH STUDIO (AGES 18+)
KEEP CALM & CARRY YARN YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE
Wednesdays 1/26, 2/23, 3/23, 4/27 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm Thursday, January 27 | 6:30 pm
Keep Calm & Carry Yarn is a fiber arts craft Dip your fingers into the exciting world of LEDs by learning how
group that meets once a month to get together, paper circuits work, and make one of your own! Registration
chat, and make yarn or thread-based creations. is required.
We meet on the fourth Wednesday of every
month at 6:30 pm in our community room and over Zoom. CRICUT & CARDSTOCK TUTORIAL
Registration required. Saturday, February 19 | 2 pm
Get started with Cricut Design Studio basics and
PLANNER STARTER KIT how to use paper and cardstock to create amazing
Wednesday, December 15 crafts! Registration required.
Stay organized this year with a disc-bound planner! Fill it up
yourself or sign up for our monthly Paper & Ink kits. Registration EMBRILLIANCE EMBROIDERY SOFTWARE
required. Thursday, March 17 | 6:30 pm
Want to design your OWN embroidery patterns? Attend this
PAPER & INK KIT tutorial to get started! (Skill Level: Intermediate) Registration
12/15, 1/15, 2/15, 3/15, 4/15 is required.
Start and finish every month off right with these custom planner
pages. We will provide a monthly and weekly calendar, note CRICUT & VINYL TUTORIAL
pages, media trackers, and more! Registration required. Saturday, April 23 | 2 pm
Learn how to use Cricut Design space to create custom vinyl
stickers and heat transfer vinyl designs. (Skill Level: Beginner)
Registration required.
public library · page 8
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT OF
1500 BROWN ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326
PHONE 248-391-3777
PUBLIC WORKS
FAX 248-391-4895
EMAIL DPW@AUBURNHILLS.ORG
BUSINESS HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 5:00PM
CHANGE IN WASTE HAULER
coming in 2022
On May 17, 2021, City Council approved a change to our citywide waste hauler after a months-long Request for Proposals process was
conducted by members of City Staff, as well as City Council. The result is a change in vendors from Waste Management to GFL starting
January 2022, when the current contract with Waste Management expires.
Residential waste customers (non-apartment buildings) should have recently received a detailed brochure about the changes. If you did not
receive this brochure, please stop by City Hall or the Department of Public Works to retrieve a copy.
After your last scheduled pickup in December (12/27-12/30), Waste Management will be collecting their carts at the curb. Please leave those
out at the curb so they can retrieve the carts. The 18-gallon Waste Management recycle bins (no wheels) are the property of the homeowner.
If you do not have use for the Waste Management bin, simply place it in inside of your GFL recycling bin/cart on your next scheduled pickup.
details about the new vendor: pricing information per quarter:
• gfl environmental usa inc. gfl (w/ yard waste)
• www.gflusa.com 2022-2024: $33.67, 2025: $34.58, 2026: $35.62
services offered:
• Weekly curbside collection of garbage, recycling, & bulk GFL also offers the following discounts
items.
(maximum 5% discount):
• Yard waste collection April 1 through November, with one Senior (65+) or Veteran Discount – 5%
additional collection 2nd week of December (weather To qualify for the discount, seniors (65+) should stop by City
permitting). Hall, the Community Center, or the Department of Public Works
• Carts: with a valid photo ID to show proof of age. Veterans will need to
provide a valid military ID card or DD Form 214 to qualify. The
• Residents can continue to use their own carts, if discount for Quarter 1 of 2022 will retroactively be applied to
owned by the resident. the Quarter 2 bill.
• Waste Management will collect their carts with the
last round of collection the week of December 27th. Annual Pre-payment Discount – 3%
• GFL will provide one 18-gallon recycling bin to each Electronic Payment – 3%
residential customer, at no cost to the resident. Annual Pre-payment Discount or Electronic Payment Discount
• 95-gallon trash carts will be made available from GFL will be provided at the time of processing. You do not need to
for a one-time fee of $75. contact the City to qualify for these discounts.
• 65-gallon trash or recycling carts will be made available * Although yard waste services are not optional, units within con-
from GFL for a one-time fee of $65. dominium complexes with individual waste disposal and condomini-
• If a resident buys a cart, GFL maintains the cart um-wide contracted professional services for yard waste will pay the
following quarterly rates per unit: 2022-2024: $27.56, 2025: $28.30,
through the term of the contract and the resident
2026: $29.15
owns the cart at the end of the contract.
department of public works · page 9
2021
completed
2022
anticipated
major projects major projects
• Reconstructed segments of Auburn Road (Hillfield to • Reconstruction of roads:
Churchill & Cherryland to Adams), which included water • Bald Mountain Road (Dutton to Phillips)
main improvements, as well as new curbing and roadway • Shimmons Road (Phillips to Dexter)
surfacing • Taylor Road (Joslyn to Giddings)
• Managed the construction of a security fence around the • Five Pointe Drive (N. Squirrel to University)
Public Safety Building • Corporate Drive
• Replaced unrepairable and outdated HVAC units with • Redesign/Reconstruction of Phillips Road/Shimmons
more efficient units within various municipal buildings Road/M-24 interchange
• Upgraded City’s SCADA system, which monitors our major • Renovation of Fire Stations 1 and 3 to accommodate the
water and sewer system assets, from an analog to digital City’s growing population and needs
radio system, providing faster reporting and reliability • Replacement of PRV at N. Squirrel & Featherstone Roads
• Replaced Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) at Walton & • Continuation of development at Fieldstone Golf Club,
Squirrel, which controls the water flow and pressure for a including the construction of a new bathroom
very large portion of the City • Addition of lining to public sewer infrastructure to reinforce
• Assisted Parks & Recreation Department with the sewer mains through the Southeast section of the City
construction of new pavilions at E. Dale Fisk Hawk Woods • Implementation of new in-house Asset Management
Park & Campground, and City Campus Program (AMP), Cartegraph
• Completed roof replacements/repairs at various city • The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is
buildings including the City Administration Building planning to make significant repairs/improvements to the
• Made significant repairs to Butler Road (Undercuts, N. Squirrel Road Bridge over M-59 (Not completed by City
Double-Chip & Slurry) employees or its contractors)
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WE NEED YOUR HELP!
The DPW will be continuing the implementation of the residential portion
of its cross connection program in 2022. We are moving into the 3rd year of
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response rate in section 1 was 76%, with section 2 coming in at 70%. Let’s see
if section 3 can surpass their fellow residents and take the lead! Please visit
our website at auburnhills.org/backflowprevention or contact us by email at South
backflowprevention@auburnhills.org for more info. Thanks for taking the time
to help us and your fellow neighbors out!
department of public works · page 10DO YOU
ENJOY HISTORY?
Then consider attending a meeting of the AHHS to see if you
might be interested in learning about and becoming involved
s e m i -a n n ua l with the history of Auburn Hills. AHHS meetings are open to
the public.
american red cross Meetings are held in person at 7pm in the Auburn Hills Public
BLOOD DRIVE
Library. Meetings also may be attended virtually via Zoom by
sending an email to the AHHS to register for the Zoom meeting
link. auburnhillshistory@yahoo.com
friday, january 7 AHHS MEETING SCHEDULE
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm • Monday, January 3rd • Tuesday, July 5th
auburn hills community center • Monday, February 7th • Monday, August 1st
• Monday, March 7th • Tuesday, September 6th
• Monday, April 4th • Monday, October 3rd
• Monday, May 2nd • Monday, November 7th
• Monday, June 6th • December - No Meeting
2 0 2 2
MLK DAY
C E L E B RAT I O N
01.17.2022 l 8:30 am
AUBURN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER
“if
if you can’t fly, run. if you can’t walk, crawl, but by all means,
keep moving” 1967PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARKS &
1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326
RECREATION
PHONE 248-370-9353
FAX 248-370-9357
HOURS OF OPERATION
MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
SATURDAY | 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
@ahparks @ahparksandrec
OUR MISSION SCHOLARSHIPS YOUR IDEAS NEEDED
To improve the quality of life in Auburn Hills We offer scholarships to We’re always looking for new recreation
by providing quality parks and recreation Auburn Hills youth to help with ideas to offer to our residents. If you have
opportunities with a variety of year-round program fees. Please call with any suggestions or are considering sharing
programs, special events, and facilities for your confidential inquiry. your talents with others as an instructor,
people of all ages and abilities. please contact us.
HOW TO REGISTER COMMUNITY CENTER CARD
ONLINE Stop by the Community Center to receive a “Community
Go to WWW.AUBURNHILLS.ORG, select DEPARTMENTS and Center Card” or renew your current Community Center card.
in the drop-down menu, click on PARKS & RECREATION then Proof of residency required. Cards are renewed annually.
click “Register Now!” and follow the quick easy instructions. Cardholders can participate in a variety of city-sponsored
programs, special events and other programs. Your FREE
MAIL-IN Community Center Card may be obtained only at the
Print the registration form from our website and mail it in with Community Center.
your payment, if needed. Make check or money order payable
to: City of Auburn Hills. Mail to Parks & Recreation Department,
1827 N. Squirrel Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326
PLEASE NOTE: The City of Auburn Hills takes photos
at some of our events and programs. By registering for
IN PERSON and participating in any City of Auburn Hills sponsored
Register in person at the Community Center during hours of event or activity, you agree to allow the City to utilize
these photos for advertising purposes.
operation. We accept cash, check, Visa and Mastercard.
parks and recreation · page 12OUR CITY
SKATE PARK | 202 N. SQUIRREL ROAD
Free – Public welcome, unsupervised park for use by skateboarders,
PARKS
inline skaters, and BMX bikes.
DENNIS DEARING JR. MEMORIAL PARK
2058 PHILLIPS ROAD
A neighborhood park including a fireman-themed tot-lot, swings, picnic
tables, open play space.
MANITOBA PARK | 4220 MANITOBA ROAD
Play structure, sand volleyball court, benches, paved play area,
open space.
E. DALE FISK HAWK WOODS PARK & CAMPGROUND
CIVIC CENTER PARK | 1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD 3799 BALD MOUNTAIN ROAD
Nature Trails, ball diamond, multi-sport athletic field, nine hole disc Groomed nature trails, covered picnic pavilion, new lodge, campground
golf course, tennis courts, play structures and swings, covered picnic with six overnight camping cabins and heated restroom/shower facilities.
pavilion, barbeque grills, picnic tables, restrooms. Gagaball pit coming
soon!
CLINTON RIVER TRAIL
COMING SOON!
The trail in Auburn Hills is 2.1 miles in length and runs east-west between
Adams and Opdyke. The trail is part of a larger 16-mile trail that connects
to the West Bloomfield trail near Sylvan Lake and the Paint Creek trail
in Rochester that is part of the developing Great Lake-to-Lake trail.
RIVERSIDE PARK | 3311 PARKWAYS BLVD.
Located on the banks of the Clinton River, Knight Amphitheater, plaza,
splash pad, river path, play structure with swings, canoe launch, covered
picnic pavilion, barbecue grills, picnic tables, heated restrooms.
RIVER WOODS PARK | 300 RIVER WOODS DR.
Located along the Clinton River, covered picnic pavilion, restrooms,
paved pathway system, play structure with swings and climbers,
basketball court, picnic areas with barbecue grills, open spaces.
MIDTERM EXAMS CRAM SESSION (9th-12th Graders)
TEEN PROGRAMS Calling all Avondale Students: Midterms time means long hours
of studying, but we have you covered! This year, the Auburn
TEEN VOLUNTEERS (Ages 13-18) Hills Teen Council is hosting an exam cram session to provide
Get involved with your community. Learn skills that translate a space to study away from distractions, as well as giving you a
directly to work experience and earn valuable community ser- place to collaborate with peers. We will also have concessions
vice hours while having fun with our team at special events and and therapy dogs to help provide you with a break when you
day camp! Contact the Community Center, or email Varsha need one! No registration is needed for this event.
Nama at vnama@auburnhills.org, to get your application to join Location: DEN
the fun! Fee: FREE
Date: Tuesday, January 18th #113000
TEEN COUNCIL (Ages 13-18) Time: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Learn leadership skills by designing and planning fun activities,
have access to special events and earn valuable community TEEN OPEN MIC AND TALENT SHOW SHOW (AGES 12-18)
service hours. Join the Remind group to get updates by texting Come share your talents with your friends and peers! If you
@2483709353 to 81010. Students must be in grades 8 through have a talent (singing, musician/band, comedian, dancer, poet,
12. Stop by the Community Center or check out our website spoken word, etc), make sure you come out and sign up. We
for an application. Meetings will coincide with the school year welcome and support first-timers and experienced artists.
with the first meeting in September. Sign up to perform by dropping into the community center, or
Advisor: Varsha Nama, vnama@auburnhills.org emailing our Recreational Specialist Varsha Nama at
Location: Community Center Wesson Room vnama@auburnhills.org.
Date: Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Location: DEN
during the school year, includes pizza! Fee: FREE
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Date: Friday, February 25th *Mandatory rehearsal – Thurs, 2/24
Fee: FREE Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm #113001TEEN NERF WARS (AGES 12-18) YOUTH ATHLETICS
The Auburn Hills Teen Council is hosting its annual teen nerf
wars in our community center gym! Some guns and ammo will BASKETBALL LEAGUES
be provided, but we encourage you to bring your own so long Auburn Hills Parks & Recreation & Avondale Basketball are
as it is not battery operated or modified in any way. Register for partnering again to present this instructional basketball league
this event online at www.auburn hills.org, or sign up in person that focuses on fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, equal
at the Community Center. Pre-registration is required for this playing time and fun. Boys and girls will develop their basket-
event. ball skills through practices and weekly games. Each team will
Location: Auburn Hills Community Center Gym have one practice a week, Grades 1st-4th will practice on Mon-
Date: Saturday, March 26th #113002 day or Wednesday. Grades 5th-8th will practice on Saturdays,
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm the hour prior to their game. All games will be played Satur-
Fee: $2.00/participant days. The first two weeks will focus on player skill development
and the formation of balanced, competitive teams. Volunteer
TEEN COUNCIL COMMUNITY GARDEN coaches are needed! Registration deadline 1/16/22.
Auburn Hills Teen Council has installed a Community Garden Location: Auburn Hills Community Center Gym/
with the help of funds from ITC. The garden is located at the Avondale High School
Community Center and encourages community participation Fee: $75 Resident/$85 Regular (First Child)
in the spring. The garden has universally accessible boxes as $70 Resident/$80 Regular (Additional Child)
well as two gates and fencing to protect the contents of the Divisions: Grades 1st -2nd #111000
garden. The teens are open to suggestions and look forward Grades 3rd-4th #111001
to making connections and sharing the bounty. Keep an eye Grades 5th-6th Boys #111003
on social media for potential programs and other information Grades 5th-6th Girls #111002
related to the garden. Grades 7th-8th Boys #111004
Grades 7th-8th Girls #111005
AUBURN HILLS TEEN COUNCIL SOCK DRIVE Date: See above, 1/24/22 – 3/12/22
Please help The Auburn Hills Teen Council collect the most
socks as we compete with Teen Councils in surrounding com- DAY CAMPS
munities for lifelong bragging rights! We will be hosting a sock
drive at the beginning of the year and continue through the MID-WINTER BREAK CAMP
month of January. Teen Council will be donating all collections Children in grades K-8 are welcome to spend their Spring Break
to homeless shelters. Donations can be engaging in a variety of age-appropriate recreational activities
made at the Auburn Hills Community designed to create a lifetime of memories. Activities will
Center. All socks must be new. Keep an include crafts, sports, cooperative games, gym games, library
eye on our social media pages for the visits, nature and more! Bring a water bottle and nut-free snack
official start. Thank you for the support! (non-refrigerated) each day. This program runs during Sprint
For more information and dates, please Break based on Avondale School District.
reference our Parks and Recreation so- Location: Auburn Hills Community Center
cial media accounts. Fee: $32.00 Resident / $79.00 Regular
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
VIRTUAL REALITY FAIR (Ages 13-19) Date: 2/21/2022 – 2/25/2022 (five days) #117000
Learn to live independently and manage your finances with
our Virtual Reality Fair! This program will offer a reality-based SPRING BREAK CAMP
game format where teens will be assigned a career and will Children in grades K-8 are welcome to spend their Mid-Winter
make financial decisions based on their role in the game. A Break engaging in a variety of age-appropriate recreational ac-
great way to learn about the realities of life and how to manage tivities designed to create a lifetime of memories. Activities will
finances. Genisys Credit Union is hosting this virtual simulation include crafts, sports, cooperative games, gym games, library
– you won’t want to miss it! visits, nature and more! Bring a water bottle and nut-free snack
Fee: FREE (non-refrigerated) each day. This program runs during mid-win-
Time: 4:00 pm ter break based on Avondale School District.
Dates: Wednesday, January 26 #113003A Location: Auburn Hills Community Center
Wednesday, February 16 #113003B Fee: $64.00 Resident / $158.00 Regular
Wednesday, March 23 #113003C Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Date: 3/28/2022 – 4/1/2022 (five days) #117002
parks and recreation · page 14 @ahparks @ahparksandrecZUMBA
PLAN
SUMMER CAMP Would you like to have FUN while you work out? If yes, this
may be the class for you! Zumba classes consist of dancing,
AHEAD
Children in grades 1-8 (2022/2023 school music, good energy, and exciting routines! Zumba routines
year) can experience the great outdoors with incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow
a variety of age-appropriate recreational activities designed to cre- rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.
ate a lifetime of memories. Activities will include crafts, sports, co- Location: Community Center Studio
operative games, gym games, library visits, nature and more! Camp Drop In: $10.00
T-shirt provided. Bring a water bottle and nut-free lunch and snack
Fee: $42.00 Resident / $55.00 Regular (11 sessions)
(non-refrigerated) each day.
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Week 1: 6/27/22-7/01/22 Theme: Under the Sea
Date: Mondays, 01/10/22 – 03/21/22 #112002A
Week 2: 7/04/22-7/08/22 Theme: Pokémon Masters
Week 3: 7/11/22-7/15/22 Theme: Harry Potter and the Fee: $42.00 Resident / $55.00 Regular (11 sessions)
Goblet of CAMPfire Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Week 4: 7/18/22-7/22/22 Theme: Camp Spirit Week Date: Saturday, 01/15/22 – 03/26/22 #112002B
Week 5: 7/25/22-7/29/22 Theme: Happy Holidays
Week 6: 8/01/22 – 8/05/22 Theme: Rainbow Wars YOGA WITH LISA
Improve your strength and flexibility, alignment, balance, and
self-confidence, as you decrease muscle tension and learn
ATHLETICS
to relax. All levels of experience are welcome. Wear loose,
comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Poses can be
FITNESS ROOM
modified as needed. Certified Instructor: Lisa Calice.
Residents of Auburn Hills with a Community Center Card can
Location: Community Center Seyburn B
use the Fitness Room at the Community Center FREE OF
Drop In: $10.00
CHARGE. Locker room with showers available. Bring your own
Fee: $72.00 Resident / $82.00 Regular (11 sessions)
lock/shower supplies. Call for an appointment.
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Auburn Hills Community Center
Date: Mondays, 01/10/22 – 03/21/22 #112003
Date: Year Round
Time: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm &
POUND
Saturdays, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Get ready to channel your inner rock star with this full body
Fee: Resident - FREE
cardio-jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing,
Regular - Individual $250 / Family $400
and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Join instructor
WOMEN ON WEIGHTS (WOW) Candace Hayden on Wednesday evenings to pump up your
Interested in learning more about free weights and how to in- workout routine!
corporate them into your workouts? Then Women on Weights Location: Community Center Gym
(WOW) is perfect for you! This small-group class teaches wom- Drop In: $10.00
en proper weight-lifting technique and routine. Women will be Fee: $30.00 Resident/$37.00 regular (11 sessions)
improving their posture, increasing their strength, and losing Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
body fat. Teacher will incorporate some Barre type moves to Date: Wednesdays, 01/12/22 – 03/23/22 #112004
sculpt and shape your assets. PLEASE BRING SMALL HAND
WEIGHTS AND A MAT TO CLASS. CROSS TRAINING WITH FOREVER FIT
Location: Community Center Studio Ready to spice up your workout routine? Cross training
Drop In: $10.00 involves a set of exercises that mixes cardio, aerobic, strength
Fee: $79.00 Resident/$94.00 Regular (11 sessions) training, and flexibility for a total body workout. Class includes
Time 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm certified instructor and live DJ each week!
Date: Mondays, 01/10/22 – 03/21/22 #112000 Location: Auburn Hills Community Center
Date: Thursdays, 1/13/22 - 3/3/22 #112005 (8 weeks)
CORE & TONING Price: $50 Resident / $60 Regular / $10 Drop-In
An intense workout for your midsection, this class focuses on Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
toning and strengthening the body’s core abdominal and back
muscles. Mat required for class. Conducted by Fitness Rx Date: Saturdays, 1/15/22 - 3/5/22 (no class 11/27) #112006
Instructor, Carrie Scoville. Price: $50 Resident/$60 Regular/$10 Drop-In (6 weeks)
Location: Community Center Studio Time: 9:15 am - 10:15 pm
Drop In: $10.00
Fee: $79.00 Resident / $94.00 Regular (11 sessions)
Time: 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Date: Tuesdays, 01/11/22 – 03/22/22 #112001
parks and recreation · page 155 annual bruce howell
th
MEMORIAL
free throw contest
saturday, february 19 . 2:00 pm | community center gymnasium
MARTIAL ARTS (Ages 5-Adult) JAPANESE SWORDSMANSHIP (Ages 14+)
Classes emphasize self-discipline, focus, awareness of one’s Learn traditional Toyama Ryu Iaido swordsmanship taught by
environment, along with studying basic movements and the Rick Brady Sensei. Classes focus on martial arts principles,
theory of defending oneself. Beginner and Advanced Beginner self-discipline, balance and control.
are ages 5-12 and Intermediate and advanced classes are all Location: Community Center Studio
ages based on belt rank. Ages 13+ just beginning will start with Fee: $40.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular (10 sessions)
the intermediate class. Instructor: Master Kirk Rehn Time: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Community Center Date: Tuesdays, 01/11/22 – 03/15/22 #118002A
Level: Intermediate - orange/blue belt Thursdays, 01/13/22 – 03/17/22 #118002B
Date: Wednesdays, 01/12/22 – 03/16/22
Time: 6:15 – 7:05 pm #118000A Ages 5+ VARIETY
Fee: $40.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular (10 sessions)
Level: Advanced – red/purple/green belt PARENT TOT GYM TIME
Date: Wednesdays, , 01/12/22 – 03/16/22 We have a variety of recreational equipment set up in the gym
Time: 7:15 – 8:05 pm #118000B Ages 5+ for parents and tots to utilize. This is a drop-in program without
Fee: $45.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular (10 sessions) an instructor. Come on in and enjoy meeting other parents
Level: Beginner – white belt and watch the children play with the parachute, balance beam,
Advanced Beginner – yellow belt or higher scooters, playground balls and more! Ages 3-5.
Date: Saturdays, 01/08/22 – 03/12/22 Location: Community Center Gym
Time: 10:30 – 11:15 am #118000D Ages 5 - 12 Fee: Free Resident / $5 Drop In
Fee: $40.00 Resident / $50.00 Regular (10 sessions) Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Date: Tuesdays, 1/04/22 – 3/29/22
TABLE TENNIS
Stop by the front desk to sign in and sign out the equipment.
Fee: FREE Resident / $5 RegularCPR / FIRST AID COURSES (AGES 14+) WOODSHOP SAFETY CERTIFICATION
Learn valuable life-saving skills that you could use to help a Have you ever wanted to work with wood and learn how to use
friend or family member by taking a CPR or First Aid course a variety of power tools? Attend this training class and become
taught by an instructor from the Auburn Hills Fire Department. certified to use our woodshop. You will get trained on all of the
Courses are three hours in length and include American Heart equipment in our woodshop. Class includes safety certification
Association certification card. Limited to 10 participants/must so you can come back and use the woodshop for your future
have minimum of 5 to run class. projects. Limited to 5 students. All woodshop classes require a
Location: Auburn Hills Public Safety woodshop safety certification.
Fee: $25.00 Resident / $40.00 Regular Location: Community Center Makers Studio
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Fee: $5.00 Resident / $10.00 Regular
Dates: Saturday, 01/08/22 – Basic First Aid Date: 3-4:30 pm Thursday, 1/20 #114000A
#115000A 6:30-8 pm Thursday, 1/20 #114000B
Saturday, 02/05/22 – Adult/Child CPR 3-4:30 pm Thursday, 2/17 #114000C
#115000B 6:30-8 pm Thursday, 2/17 #114000D
Saturday, 03/05/22 – Basic First Aid 3-4:30 pm Thursday, 3/17 #114000E
#115000C 6:30-8 pm Thursday, 3/17 #114000F
MAKERS CLASSES GLOWFORGE SAFETY TRAINING CLASS
Glowforge is the iconic 3D Laser Printer that will take your
SPINNERS FROLIC crafts to the next level with cutting and engraving. Attend this
Do you have an interest in learning to spin fluff into useable training class to become certified to use our glowforge on your
yarn for needlework or weaving projects? Spinners Frolic own for your future projects. Please bring your own Wi-Fi en-
is a group of passionate fiber artists that love teaching and abled device for set-up. Limited to 5 per class.
learning the ancient art of spinning. No experience needed. No Prerequisite: Woodshop Safety Certification
equipment needed. A light dinner is provided but bring your Location: Community Center Makers Studio
own non-alcoholic beverage. Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Community Center Wesson Room Fee: $5 Resident / $10 Regular
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Date: Tuesday, 1/11/22 #114001A
Dates: 2nd Thursday of the month Tuesday, 2/15/22 #114001B
Tuesday, 3/08/22 #114001C
OPEN STUDIO TIME
Use our pottery wheel or tables to create with your own clay. CREATE YOUR OWN ICE CREAM SCOOP
Once your piece is complete you can have it fired by us on Instructor Robin Bruening will walk you through all the steps to
scheduled days. turn your own ice cream scoop using the lathe. By the end of
Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop the class you’ll have a nice handmade ice cream scoop that’s
Fee: Free Resident / $5.00 Regular per visit ready to use or share as a gift.
Note: No Open Studio during scheduled classes Prerequisite: Woodshop Safety Certification
Times: Tuesdays, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Location: Community Center Makers Studio
Saturdays, 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Date: Thursday 3/3/22 and 3/10/22 #114002A
Thursday 3/24/22 and 3/31/22 #114002B
OPEN WOODSHOP Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
The Woodshop will be open for your small repairs and Fee: $20 Resident / $24 Regular
projects. We have a variety of tools and supplies that you can
use to complete your projects. Prerequisite: Woodshop Safety MAKE YOUR OWN CUTTING BOARD
Certification Just in time for the holidays or a treat to yourself, learn to make
Location: Community Center Craft/Woodshop a cutting board to use at home or give to a loved one! The
Fee: Free Resident / $5.00 Regular per visit instructor will walk you through each step and all supplies are
Note: No Open Woodshop during scheduled classes provided. Limited to 3 per class.
Times: Thursdays, Fridays, 8:30 am – 8:00 pm Prerequisite: Woodshop Safety Certification
Saturdays, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Location: Community Center – Makers Studio
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $20 Resident / $30 Regular
Date: January 18th & 9th #114003A
February 9th & 10th #114003B
March 15th & 16th #114003C
@ahparks @ahparksandrec parks and recreation · page 17VALENTINES IN NATURE (5+)
Outdoor Education Come spread the love of nature with us at our Valentine’s Day
activity making hearts, love bugs, outdoor art and more! Ages 5
& Nature Center and up are encouraged. Location: Hawk Woods Lodge
Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular
WINTER HIKE Date: Monday, 2/14/22 Time: 10 - 11 am #116003
Take a guided hike in the woods noticing all the seasonal changes NATURE STORY TIME (Ages 0-6)
and signs of animals. End the hike with a cup of hot chocolate! Come spend an hour learning about nature! The hour will
All ages are welcome, children must be accompanied by an include a story, craft, time outdoors and other age-appropriate
adult. Location: Hawk Woods Lodge activities. Story Hour will be located at the Community Center
Fee: FREE during winter months. Up to age 6 with adult.
Date: Saturday, 2/26/22 Time: 1 – 2 pm #116007 Location: Hawk Woods Lodge
JAPANESE FISH PAINTING Time: 10 – 11 am Fee: FREE Resident / $3 Regular
Gyotaku is a Japanese method of printmaking that traditionally Date: Tue, 1/11 #116006A Winter Solstice; Thur, 1/27 #116006B
utilizes fish, sea creatures, or similar subjects as ‘printing Winter Solstice; Tue, 2/8 #116006C My Love for Nature;
plates’ in its process. We will be utilizing rubber fish replicas to Thur, 2/24 #116006D My Love for Nature; Tue, 3/8
practice this art and learn about fish anatomy. Ages 5+ #116006E Dinosaurs; Thur, 3/24 #116006F Dinosaurs
Location: Community Center Craft Studio GEOCACHING SERIES CHALLENGE
Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular Complete our Geocaching Series Challenge and stop by
Date: Saturday, 3/5/22 Time: 10 - 11 am #116001 the Community Center for a special prize! Call for more
STARGAZING WITH MCMATH-HULBERT information about how to complete the challenge!
ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY (Adults Only) SHAMROCK SHINDIG (5+)
Bring your sweetheart for some of the best views of our winter St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching, so let’s celebrate the
nighttime skies as the McMath-Hulbert Astronomical Society season with shamrocks! We will plant our own shamrocks to
guides us across the galaxy. Make and take home your own Star take home, make a craft, and go on a scavenger hunt! Ages 5
Chart. Bundle up for this event and enjoy hot chocolate during and up are encouraged. Location: Hawk Woods Lodge
your visit. Location: Hawk Woods Lodge Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular
Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular Date: Saturday, 3/12/22 Time: 10 - 11 am #116004
Date: Saturday. 2/12/22 Time: 7 - 9 pm #116008
LITTLE HIKERS (Ages 0-6)
GROUNDHOG DAY (5+) This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk
Come enjoy the early spring or late winter learning about with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to
Groundhog Day and shadow science with a craft. Ages 5 and introduce children to the natural world around them. Up to
up are encouraged to come learn something new. age 6 with adult. Location: Hawk Woods Lodge
Location: Community Center Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular Time: 10 – 11 am
Fee: FREE Resident/$3 Regular Date: Fri, 1/7 #116005A (Theme: Snow); Fri, 2/4 #116005B
Date: Saturday, 1/29/22 Time: 1 - 2 pm #116002 (Theme: Animal Tracks); Fri, 3/4 #116005C (Theme: Spring)
31 st annual
EASTER EGG HUNT BONNET CONTEST
saturday, april 16 th l 12:00 - 2:00 pm
auburn hills civic center park
questions? 248.370.9353SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT
1827 N. SQUIRREL ROAD | AUBURN HILLS 48326
SENIOR PHONE 248-370-9353
SERVICES
FAX 248-370-9357
BUSINESS HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY | 8:30 AM - 9:00PM
PLEASE CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE
FOR MOST UP-TO-DATE HOURS
Healthy Aging starts with you taking
advantage of our services, classes,
programs and travel & trip adventures.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation available for senior city residents age 60 and
older and/or disabled city residents. Transportation is for
medical appointments (non-emergency or surgical), business
appointments, shopping days and visits to the Community
Center for luncheon activities. Not available for work-related
transportation. Fee is $2.00 each way. For information call:
248-370-9353. Must call in advance; same-day service is not
seasonal announcements
available.
INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE
COMMUNITY CENTER CARD Winter in Michigan means weather can change quickly. A
Stop by the Community Center to receive a “Community couple of program and service notes:
Center Card” or renew your current Community Center card. • If the Avondale Schools or Pontiac Schools are closed
Proof of residency required. Cards are renewed annually. due to inclement weather; the Senior Bus Transportation
Program will not operate for safety reasons.
FITNESS OPPORTUNITY • The Senior Services Department reserves the right to
Residents of Auburn Hills with a Community Center Card can cancel bus transportation if deemed unsafe for buses or
use the Fitness Room at the Community Center FREE OF riders.
CHARGE. Non-resident: Individual $250.00 /Family $400.00 • Senior Meals on Wheels will make every effort to deliver
Locker room with showers available. Bring your own lock/ meals; however, if it is determined to be too dangerous
shower supplies. for our volunteer drivers we will cancel meals. If this
Monday- Friday, 8:00AM – 9:00 PM and Saturdays, 9:00 AM - occurs we make every possible attempt to notify Meals
9:00PM. Fitness Room check-in no later than 8:30PM. on Wheels participants. If meals are not delivered due
INSTRUCTORS WANTED to the weather, participants are encouraged to use their
Do you have a special talent, hobby or fitness program that you survival meal packets.
would like to teach? Stop by the Community Center to pick up
a Prospective Instructor Survey or go online. INCOME TAX PREPARATION APPOINTMENTS
AARP’s Tax-Aide Program will provide IRS Certified
IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS WELCOME Preparation Specialists for the 2021 Tax Year beginning in
We are always searching out new ideas for our programs and February 2022 at the Auburn Hills Community Center. The
services. If you have an idea or suggestion please drop us a line program is intended for low-to-moderate income taxpayers
or call us. Better yet, stop by for coffee and let us know what in our area with special attention given to seniors. The
you are thinking. returns cannot be complex.
Details are currently unavailable due to COVID-19. Call for
more information after 1/18/2022.NUTRITION PROGRAMS LEISURE ACTIVITIES
CARRY OUT MEALS MONDAY BUSINESS BINGO
Carry out meals must be reserved by 9:30AM the day before Business Bingo is back and bigger than before! We are
(for a Monday lunch call the Friday before). Monthly menus expanding Business Bingo to every Monday EXCEPT the
(subject to change) available at the Community Center or Second Monday of the month. Join us for a fun filled afternoon
online. Suggested donation ages 60 and over is $3.00. Under of Bingo sponsored by a local business.
60: $5.00. Call 248-370-9353 to reserve a meal. Meals can be Time: 12:30 pm
picked up between 11:30am and noon. Business Bingo Sponsors:
1st Monday - Medicare Choices l 3rd Monday - American House Stone
NOON LUNCH 4th Monday - Call for Information l 5th Monday - Baldwin House Oakland
Lunch is served Monday- Friday at noon. Must reserve a meal
by 09:30AM the day before (for a Monday lunch call the Friday
DAY CLASSES
before). Monthly menus (subject to change) available at the
Community Center or online. Suggested donation ages 60 and COMPUTER CLASSES
over is $3.00. Under 60: $5.00. Call 248-370-9353 to reserve a This is a 6 week introduction to the basics of computers with
meal. individual tutoring for seniors by seniors. Instruction will include
MEALS ON WHEELS basic computing, surfing the web and e-mail. This 6 week class
Nutritious meals are delivered five days a week to homebound is designed for beginners. Time will be set when you register.
seniors. $3.00 per meal donation. Call the Older Persons Date: Call for details
Commission 248-608-0264 to participate or for more
information. WINTER 2022 LECTURES
The OPC Senior Center in Rochester provides our nutrition NEW: Lecture Series times are varied. Times are noted in each
services to the City of Auburn Hills through a grant with the description. Lunches are available at noon, call by 9am the
Area Agency on Aging 1B, general fund support from the City day before the lecture. $3 donation over 60 / $5 under 60.
of Auburn Hills and donations. Transportation available for eligible residents. Call 248-370-
9353 for details or to register.
YARD SERVICE PROGRAMS
PERSONAL SAFETY WITH OFFICER SEARS
AUBURN HILLS SPRING & FALL RAKE & RUN PROGRAMS Join us as Officer Sears talks about how to keep yourself safe
Are you finding it more difficult to get out and rake your yard in when you’re out and about. Learn key points about being
preparation for spring or in the fall when the leaves fall? If you aware of your surroundings. What do you do when confronted
are a senior citizen or disabled homeowner who needs help by a bad person? Self-defense tips will be shared as well.
in raking leaves we may be able to help. Volunteers will clean Date: Wednesday, 01/12/22 #154112
and rake yards for eligible residents. Call 248-370-9353 to have Time: 12:30 pm
your name placed on an interest list. Please keep in mind we Fee: Free
can only do as many yards as we have volunteers. Sponsored by the Auburn Hills Police Department
YARD SERVICES FOR SENIORS & PERSONS MARY TODD LINCOLN
WITH DISABILITIES Mary Todd Lincoln was often misunderstood and ridiculed by
The City offers 2 yard maintenance programs for income and the press as a First Lady. She understood politics better than
age eligible homeowners; one for lawn mowing and one for most of the wives of the early presidents. She endured much
snow removal. These programs are funded by Community loss in her life, a mother passing away when she was seven
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and offered to low- years old, and the loss of three sons and her husband. Learn
income senior citizens and disabled adults. Call 248-370-9353 about the life of Mary Todd Lincoln from the younger years in
for details. Lexington, Kentucky, her Springfield, Illinois years, the White
House years and what happened after she left the White
House. Presenter: Joette Kunse, Army Veteran, member of the
Daughters of American Revolution, and a retired educator and
Principal.
Date: Friday, 02/18/22 #154113
Time: 10:30 am
Fee: Free
senior services · page 20HEALTH-WELLNESS-FITNESS PROGRAMS
Senior Fitness programs are open to adults age 55 and up. Some programs allow participants under age 55. See program descriptions or call to
inquire. Registration and residency requirements for some programs unless otherwise noted. Drop-ins available after minimum class registration is
met. Knowing and understanding there are certain risks involved in your voluntary decision to participate in these activities; we recommend that you
consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. Warming up and cooling down are a vital part of a safe and effective exercise class. Please
arrive on time to participate in the warm up for each class, and remain through completion of the cool down period.
COVID-19
We recognize staying active is an important part of staying healthy both mentally and physically year-round and even more so in a pandemic. Some
fitness classes will also be available via Zoom. This will allow participants to attend classes in person or on Zoom if the weather is bad and you don’t
want to drive you can still participate in the class. If a class is on Zoom links are provided at time of registration
OPEN WALKING NEW ZUMBA GOLD
The Community Center features a walking track. Walk or jog A modified Zumba Class introduces easy to follow Zumba
your way to fitness! Music provided. CLEAN, DRY gym shoes choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and
required. Water bottle recommended. Registration is required. coordination.
Date: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 am #_________ Dates: Session A Tuesdays, 01/04/22 – 02/08/22
Fee: Free Residents / $5.00 Drop in Regular 9:00 am – 10:00 am #152079A
Session B Tuesdays, 02/15/22 – 03/22/22
EXERCISE WITH AMANDA 9:00 am – 10:00 am #152079B
Join Amanda Farner, certified group exercise instructor Fee: $30 Resident/$40 Regular/Drop in $10 - 6 weeks
and personal trainer, for a total body workout for all
fitness levels. This class will incorporate strength RECREATIONAL PICKLEBALL
training, cardio fitness, balance, and flexibility. Class Three indoor courts are available at the Community Center
will meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Sign for open, non-competitive play. Players must sign in at the desk
up and save or drop in when you can. Virtual class on before entering the court. Outdoor courts available for tennis
Zoom available. and Pickleball on a first come, first served basis.
Session A: M, W, F: 01/03/22 – 02/11/22 Date: 01/03 – 03/14 indoors, Mon, Wed, Thurs, Friday
1:00 -2:00 pm #152077A zoom #152078A Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Fee: Resident $50 In-Person/$40 via Zoom/$5 Drop In Fee: $3 Drop in Resident / $4 Drop in Regular
Regular $60 In-Person/$50 via Zoom/$5 Drop In Punch Card: $24.00 10 Punches Resident /
Session B: M, W, F; 02/14/22 to 03/25/22 $34.00 10 Punches Regular
1:00 -2:00 pm #152077B zoom #152078B
Fee: Resident $45 In-Person/$35 via Zoom/$5 Drop In TAI CHI FOR HEALTH – SEATED AND STANDING -NEW TIME
Regular $55 In-Person/$45 via Zoom/$5 Drop In Tai Chi is focusing on fluid, circular movements that are relaxed
Location: Gym and slow in tempo. Stiffness causes pain; increased flexibility
will relieve pain. Tai Chi can help reduce stress which in turn
ESSENTRICS® STRETCH & TONE - NEW DATE & TIME calms the body and can help with conditions such as Arthritis
Unlock your body with liberating full body and Diabetes. Registration deadline 1 week before class starts.
movements of the Essentrics® technique. The Drop-ins only offered after class minimum has been met.
technique is designed to move your body in Instructor: Cheryl Goodwin, Tai Chi for Health Institute
every direction it was designed to move; equally Certified
stretching and strengthening all 650 muscles. This Session A Mondays, 01/03/22 – 03/14/22
class will increase flexibility, agility, and strength 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm #152072A
in the joints, while simultaneously lengthening your posture. Fee: $ 55 Resident/$ 65 Regular/Drop in $10 - 11 weeks
Please bring a mat.
Instructor: Kim Vitale, Essentrics® Instructor MICHIGAN SENIOR OLYMPICS
Date: Thursdays, 01/20/22 – 03/10/22 WINTER GAMES are coming in
9:00 - 10:00 am #152076A March of 2022. Events will include
Thursdays, 03/24/22 -05/12/22 Basketball Skills Competition,
9:00 - 10:00 am # 152076B Cornhole, Billiards, Co-Ed
Fee: $56 Resident/$72 Regular/$10 Drop In Volleyball, Dancesport, Indoor Track & Field, Pickleball,
8 Classes Each Session Powerlifting, Table Tennis, and Men’s & Women’s Ice Hockey.
Registration opens December 1st. For more information, please
visit MichiganSeniorOlympics.org.
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