The Saline Reporter
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PUBLISHED: July 10, 2008
SALINE
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Thursdays, July 10,17, 24
Spring/Summer Meditation Classes at Chan Body Energy. "Is there an up-side to anger?" will be offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 213 E. Michigan Ave. in Saline. Each class is limited to seven participants. For more information, call 1-734-478-0170.
Thursday, July 10
Deadline to register for Junior Tackle Football League, offered by Saline Community Education, is July 10. The league is open to all boys and girls in fourth through sixth grades who weigh between 65 and 150 ponds and reside in the Saline School District. Registration forms are available online at www.salinecommunityed.com or at the Saline Community Education office. Call 429-8020 for more information.
Rugby Football at Henne Field will be played from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. as part of the Saline Celtic Festival activities. For more information, visit www.cityofsaline.org.
Pub Crawl in downtown Saline will be held 8:30 p.m. as part of the Saline Celtic Festival activities. For more information, visit www.cityofsaline.org.
Thursday, July 10 through
Saturday, July 12
The 13th annual Saline Celtic Festival, celebrating various athletic events, arts, music, historical re-enactments, food and fun, will be held at Saline's Mill Pond Park. For more information, visit www.salineceltic.org or call 944-2810.
Friday, July 11
A free concert will be held on North Ann Arbor Street between Michigan Avenue and Henry Street. Fiddlers ReStrung will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Busch's ValuLand, 565 E. Michigan Ave., in Saline. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health and present a valid state-issues photo identification or Red Cross donor card upon donation
Gaelic football will be played from 7 to 8 p.m. at Henne Field as part of the Saline Celtic Festival. For more information, visit www.cityofsaline.org.
Friday, July 11 and
Saturday, July 12
WJBK Fox 2 Detroit will tape a segment with the Saline Twirlettes 6:30 a.m. Friday at the Murphy Crossing parking lot that will air between 7 and 9 a.m. In addition, the local TV station will be broadcasting Saturday from the Saline Celtic Festival grounds during its 11 a.m. newscast.
Saturday, July 12
Still Waters Counseling, 137 Keveling Drive in Saline, will hold stress management group from 11 to 12:30 p.m. The group meets the second Saturday of every month. The July session will focus on exploring meditation as a method of empowering an individual to make positive choices.
Celtic Parade will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.salineceltic.org.
Sunday, July 13
The Annual Joint Saline OES 311 and Saline Lodge 133 Picnic will be held 3 p.m. at the home of Joy and Jeff Ball. Bring a dish to pass. Hamburgers, hot dogs, beverages and table service will be provided. For more information and directions, call 429-4568.
Monday, July 14
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. at Keystone Community Church. Call 944-5397 for more information or to make an appointment.
Monday, July 14 through
Thursday, July 17
Scratch Computer Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. The camp is for students entering fifth through seventh grades. The session will run from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Saline Middle School Library. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
PeeWee Sports Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. Camp is for students entering kindergarten through second grades. Second session will run July 21 through 24. All sessions will run from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the Woodland Meadows Elementary School gym. The fee is $50. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Monday, July 14 through
Friday, July 18
Museum Magical Mystery Tour is offered by Saline Community Education. The camp is for students entering first through fifth grades and will run from 1 to 4 p.m. at Liberty School. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Spanish Summer Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. It will run from 9 a.m. to noon at Liberty School and is for kids ages 6 through 11. The fee is $135. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or call 429-8020.
"3, 2, 1... Blast off!" will be offered by Saline Community Education. Session A is for students in kindergarten through second grades from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and Session B is for students in third through sixth grades from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Both will be held at Liberty School. The fee is $65. Register with Saline Community Education online at ww.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Golf Camp Junior will be offered by Saline Community Education. The camp is for children ages 5 through 12. The first session runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Liberty School gym. The second session will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 21 through 25 at the Liberty School gym. The fee is $250. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Wednesday, July 16
Saline Area Senior Center Annual Picnic will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's free and includes entertainment by Steve & Woody, Magic Joe and a special performance by the Saline Twirlettes. Deadline to sign up is Friday. A $5 fee will be applied if someone signs up, but doesn't attend.
Blue Lake International Jazz Band will perform a free concert 7 p.m. at Saline Middle School.
Thursday, July 17 through
Saturday, July 19
Saline Varsity Blues will present "Varsity Blues on Broadway" 7 p.m. at Ewing Performance Arts Center at Saline High School. Tickets are $10. For more information, visit www.SalineVarsityBlues.com.
Friday, July 18
Movie in the Park will be held 6 p.m. at Mill Pond Park. For more information, visit www.cityofsaline.org.
Friday, July 18 through
Saturday, July 19
The 10th annual Bridgewater Flea Market/Garage Sales will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be yard sales, a vehicle and recreation vehicle sales lot, arts, crafts, antiques and collectables. For information, call 1-517-403-0501.
Saturday, July 19 through
Saturday, July 26
In conjunction with the Saline Community Education annual Soccer Academy Summer Soccer Camp, camp director Garrett Steudle has coordinated an effort in which the children of Saline are reaching out to underprivileged children of El Salvador. Children in the annual soccer program are encouraged to donate new or used soccer equipment. The equipment will be delivered to the orphanage between July 19 and 26. For information on donating soccer equipment or cash to the outreach program, contact Ryan Noel, recreation and enrichment program specialist, at 429-8016 or e-mail NoelR@saline.k12.mi.us.
Sunday, July 20
"A World to Teach" statue dedication will be held 1 p.m. at Saline District Library. A new statue will be dedicated at the library's entrance. Entertainment will include the Caribbean sounds of The Gratitude Steel Band.
Monday, July 21 through
Friday, July 25
Lacrosse Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. Camp will run from 9 to 11 a.m. for students entering fourth through sixth grades and 2 to 6 p.m. for students entering seventh through eighth grades at the old varsity football field. The fee is $150. Players must bring their own equipment. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Tuesday, July 22
Building Business Relationships Breakfast will be held 7:30 a.m. at Brecon Village, 200 Brecon Drive, in Saline. Speakers will be Dar Watts of American Aqua, Kyle Pleger of Flatout Flatbread and Brad Pearsall of Quantum Physical Therapy. Cost is $11 for chamber members and $13 for nonmembers. For reservations, call 429-4494.
Tuesday, July 22 through
Thursday, July 24
"Home Video Editing" will be offered by Saline Community Education. A disk with digital photos and home videos is required for the start of the class. The adult class will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at Saline High School. The fee is $30. Register Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Thursday, July 24
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. at Saline High School, 1300 Campus Parkway. To schedule an appointment, visit givelife.org. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health and present a valid state-issues photo identification or Red Cross donor card upon donation.
Friday, July 25
A free concert will be held on North Ann Arbor Street between Michigan Avenue and Henry Street in downtown Saline. Rattlebox will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 26
The Descendants of Andrew Murray Annual Reunion will be held at Curtiss Park in Saline. Contact Marty and Pat Murray at 1-517-423-3488 or e-mail patimurray@msn.com.
Pick Up the Pace Saline Walk will be held 9 a.m. starting at the Saline Farmers' Market. The final destination will be Mickey's Dairy Twist.
Tuesday, July 29 through
Thursday, July 31
Football Youth Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. The camp is recommended for players who plan to play in the Junior Tackle Football League. It's is students in fourth through ninth grades and will be held at the Saline High School Stadium. The time and fee varies depending on what grade the student is going into. Register with Saline Community Education online at www.salineonline.org or by calling 429-8020.
Thursday, July 31
"Prayer Flags" has been rescheduled. In honor of Flag Day, area residents are invited to make "prayer flags" from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. There is a $10 materials fee for each set of prayer flags. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The event will be held at 213 E. Michigan Ave. in Saline. Call 1-734-478-0170 for more information.
Friday, Aug. 8
A luau will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Saline Area Senior Center. The cost is $10 and includes a meal and entertainment. Deadline to sign up is Aug. 1.
MILAN
Thursday, July 10
Wii Game Event will be held at the Milan Public Library for students in ninth through 12th grades. For more information, call 439-1240 or visit www.milanlibrary.org.
The Concert in the Park Series will feature Bill Bynum & Co., who will play bluegrass/Americana music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. All programs begin at 7 p.m. and will be followed by movies on the lawn. For more information, call 439-1549.
Friday, July 11
Milan Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast will be held 8 a.m. at the Milan Senior and Community Activity Center, 45 Neckel Court. Bruce Brownlee, general manager of Toyota, will be the guest speaker. Cost is $12 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Call 439-3300 or 439-2904.
Tuesday, July 15
"Create a Bug at Milan Library" will be held 11 a.m. for students in kindergarten through second grades. Students must register for the program. Call 439-1240.
Wednesday, July 16
"All About Insects" will be held 1 p.m. at the Milan Senior and Community Activity Center-for students in third through fifth grades. There will be a short film and then students will explore the insect world. Registration is required. Call 439-1240.
Thursday, July 17
"Books and Bites" will be held 2 p.m. at Milan Public Library for students in sixth through eighth grades. Pizza will be served as participants talk about what they're reading, suggest new books and DVDs for the library, and help plan future teen programs. For more information, call 439-1240.
Concert in the Parks Series presents a night of classic rock covers 7 p.m. by Irresistible Americans. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Wilson Park. For more information, call 439-1549.
Friday, July 18
"Books and Bites" will be held 2 p.m. at Milan Public Library for students in sixth through 12th grades. Pizza will be served as participants talk about what they're reading, suggest new books and DVDs for the library, and help plan future teen programs. For more information, call 439-1240.
Saturday, July 19
Friends of the Milan Public Library Book Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Milan at Main and Wabash streets. For more information, call 439-2714.
Wednesday, July 23
Milan Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. at Marble Memorial United Methodist Church, 8 Park Lane. To schedule an appointment, visit the Web site www.givelife.org.
Thursday, July 24
Milan Area Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Ann Arbor Area chamber, Ypsilanti area chamber and Monroe County chamber at the Milan Dragway, 10860 Plank Road. There will be races as chamber members compete with their own vehicles. Gordon Foods is providing food and Pepsi Bottling Group in Milan is providing Pepsi. Gates open at 4 p.m. Call 439-7368 for more information.
Gemini will be back 7 p.m. for a night that appeals to both children and the entire family for the city's third concert in the park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Wilson Park. For more information, call 439-1549.
Saturday, July 26
"Improvise and Metamorphosize Theatre" will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Milan Community House. Participants will work as a group to "metamorphosize" stories into skits on stage utilizing improvisation, performance and storytelling skills. For more information, call 439-1240.
"Snug as a Bug on a Rug" will be held 11 a.m. at Milan Community House. For more information, call 439-1240.
Sunday, July 27
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Milan Free Methodist Church, 950 Arkona Drive. To schedule an appointment, visit givelife.org.
Tuesday, July 29
"All about Insects" will be held 1 p.m. at the Milan Senior and Community Activity Center for students in kindergarten through second grades. Participants will view a short film and see bugs as they explore the nsect world with Orkin. Registration is required by calling 439-1240.
Wednesday, July 30
"Create a Bug at Milan Library" will be held 11 a.m. for students in third through fifth grades. Participants will make origami butterflies, beetles and other bugs. Register by calling 439-1240.
Thursday, July 31
Laura Russeau & The Dirty Sheets will perform 7 p.m. as part of the Concert in the Park Series in Milan. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Wilson Park. Call 439-1549 for more information.
WASHTENAW COUNTY
Thursday, July 10
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. To schedule an appointment, visit givelife.org.
"Nature Fun Thursdays" include stories and an "ABC Hike." Children 3 and older are invited from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to partake in the program. Insect repellant is recommended. Meet at Independence Lake's Beach Center. Pre-registration is required at 971-6337, ext. 318. A park entry fee is required.
Saturday, July 12
"Exploring a Summer Meadow" will be held at County Farm Park's Medford Road entrance. Join naturalist Faye Stoner from 10 a.m. to noon for the hike to learn about and enjoy summer flowers, insects, birds, and more.
"Celebrate Huron River Day" will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Parker Mill. Tours of a pioneer grist mill will be offered, as well as a walk in Fleming Creek. Rubber duck races on the creek will be held from 3 to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, July 16
A free event to enjoy the summer will be sponsored by the Washtenaw Area Teens for Tomorrow at Prairie Pavilion in Rolling Hills Park, 7660 Stony Creek Road, in Ypsilanti. It's from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes activities for high school-age youth. For more information, visit www.tcw2.com.
Thursday, July 24 through
Friday, July 25
The Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild presents its quilt show, "Celebrating the Quilt," from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E. Huron River Drive. For more information about the guild or show, visit the Web site www.gaaaqg.com.
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