The Saline Reporter
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PUBLISHED: July 24, 2008
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Thursdays, 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. Rattlebox will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Movie in the Park and the Family Campout will take place at Mill Pond Park. The feature presentation of "Happy Feet" will begin at sundown. Activities and concessions will start at 6 p.m. Tents only allowed for camping. Tent permits can be purchased through Saline Parks and Recreation by calling 429-3502.
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.
Great Lakes Pastel Society members will participate in a "Paint Out." The day will be spent painting outside at four selected locations in Saline. Two Twelve Arts Center will sell and display the work between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. at 212 W. Michigan Avenue. For more information, call Linda Klenczar at 645-8839.
Sunday, July 27
"Cycle Science at the Library" will feature experts from Cadence Cycle in downtown Saline who will offer basic bicycle maintenance tips from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Saline District Library. Participants will receive a $2 gift card from Dairy Queen, which can be upgraded to $4 if the teen bicycles to Dairy Queen. To register, call 429-5450.
"Saline History at the Saline Community Garden" will feature Bob Lane, a local historian, as he takes a walk around the garden and shares the history of Saline. The free event will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Woodland Drive west of the one-room schoolhouse and inside the schoolhouse if it's raining.
Monday, July 28
Saline summer track and field mini-meets will be offered by Saline Community Education. All ages are welcome. Events begin 5 p.m. at the Saline High School track, located at 1300 Campus Parkway, in Saline. Admission is $3 per athlete and spectator. For more information, call 649-2091.
Monday July 28 through
Thursday, July 31
Cross country middle school training camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering seventh and eighth grades may register for the four-day pre-season training camp. The camp will run from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the middle school track. The fee is $40. Register by calling 429-8020.
Monday, July 28 through
Friday, Aug.1
Saline Kids Camp will be offered at the Saline Recreation Center for youth ages 5 through 12. The theme this week is "Cookonomics." In addition to daily swimming, sports, crafts and games, the campers will be taking a field trip to Dominos to make their own pizzas and then to Benny's Bakery to do some baking. The camp hours are flexible from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Sign up for individual days or for the entire week. For more information or to register, contact Saline Parks and Recreation at 429-3502.
Conditioning and Agility Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering third through eighth grades may register. Class will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Liberty School. Register with Saline Community Education by calling 429-8020.
"ZooDoodle Safari" will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering first through fifth grades may register. Class meets from 1 to 4 p.m. at Liberty School. Register with Saline Community Education by calling 429-8020.
"Fun with Science" will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering kindergarten through sixth grades in the fall may register for the one-week class. Class will meet at Liberty School Room 20. For more information, call 429-8020.
Monday, July 28 through
Thursday, Aug. 7
Youth tennis lessons will be offered by Saline Parks and Recreation. Classes are held at the Peoples Park tennis courts on Monroe Street. Register through Saline Parks and Recreation at 429-3502.
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.
Tuesday, July 29 and
Thursday, July 31
"Exploring the Labyrinth for Kids" will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering fifth grade and higher may register. It will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Liberty School. The fee is $30. Register by calling 429-8020.
Tuesday, July 29 through
Thursday, Aug. 7
Puppet Adventure Stories will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering fourth grade and higher may register. Class will meet Tuesday and Thursdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Liberty School. The fee is $60. Register with Community Education 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. 1 and
Saturday, Aug. 2
"Living Proof Live" 2008 simulcast will feature Bible teacher Beth Moore via satellite and worship leader Travis Cottrell. For more information, contact Keystone Community Church at 944-5397.
Monday, Aug. 4 through
Friday, Aug. 8
Saline Kids Camp will be offered at the Saline Recreation Center for youth ages 5 through12. The theme this week is "Eco Explorees." In addition to daily swimming, sports, crafts and games, the campers will be taking a field trip to the Scrap Box in Ann Arbor. For more information, call 429-3502.
Lacrosse Camp will be offered by Saline Community Education. Students entering fourth through eighth grades in the fall may register for the one-week class. Class will meet from 4 to 7 p.m. at the former band practice field. For more information, call 429-8020.
MILAN
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 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.
Sunday, July 27
The Professional Volunteer Corps is opening its annual picnic to area singles and past members. The event will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Maas Shelter at Gallup Park. Picnic attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass. The group meets 7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month at the NEW Center, 1100 N Main St., in Ann Arbor. For more information, call 767-6801.
Sunday, Aug. 3
World War II and Korean War veterans will be treated to a picnic from 1 to 4 p.m. at VFW Post 423, 3230 S. Wagner Road. It's free for all World War II and Korean War veterans in the area. The veteran and a guest are free, while others will be asked to make a freewill offering at the door. Bring a service photo to share.
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