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CLAWSON HIGHLIGHTS

Fall / Winter 2013-2014

Clawson Parks & Recreation Department

Mayor Penny Luebs

Mayor Pro Tem Howie Airriess

Councilmembers

Gregory Kucera, Jr.

Thomas Palmer

Kathy Phillips

City Manager Mark Pollock

Mickey Alderman, Publisher

Gina Boyd, Editor

We create community through people, parks and programs!

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Mayor’s Message 2

City Manager’s Message 3

Upcoming Events 4-5

City Information 6

Youth Activities 7-9

At The Pool 10

Adult Activities 11

Senior Activities 12

Community Activities 13

Oakland County 14

Department of Public Works 15-17

Blair Memorial Library 18-19

Clawson Public Schools 20-23

Additional Information 24

Mayor’s Message

The City of Clawson is best described as

a community of neighbors. We work

together to be a desirable place to live,

work and raise a family. We enjoy great

places to eat and the ability to support

our businesses by shopping locally. In

return, businesses are supportive of our community

events. New this year is a free concert by the DSO, Clawson

Art in the Park, "Balloon Thoughts", an art installation project

by a group of children and teens in our community, Clawson

Community Garden and a group dedicated to building a

Skatepark in Clawson. We finished our work on an

emergency management plan that includes a "Notify Me"

system developed by a Clawson volunteer that will allow you

to sign up to receive emergency alerts and event notices via

phone, email and or text. We are collaborating with the

school district for city park upgrades and exploring

pedestrian and bike pathways to increase our quality of life

in Clawson.

I am proud and grateful for the strengths and gifts that

people who live in “The Little City with the Big Heart”

exhibit. As always, I invite you to Coffee with Council the

first Tuesday of each month at 7 pm at City Hall. We would

love to hear your comments and suggestions.

-Mayor Penny Luebs

Current City Office Hours: City Hall Hours

425 N. Main Street

248.435.4500

Monday—Thursday 7:30am to 5:30pm

D.P.W. Hours

635 W. Elmwood

248.288.3222

Monday—Thursday 7:00am to 3:30pm

CITY OFFICES CLOSED

Thanksgiving November 28-29

Christmas December 24-25

New Year’s December 31-January 1

Visit us online at www.cityofclawson.com

Calling All Service Clubs! The City of Clawson would like to list community organization

with contact information as a resource for opportunities and

areas of volunteerism. There are so many wonderful groups

in Clawson that it is time to let everyone know the strengths

offered. Please email [email protected] or call

(248) 589-0334 with your group name and contact info by

October 5. County Commissioner Mike Bosnic has offered to

catalog and disperse the information. Please contact him at

[email protected] with any questions.

Some of our current organizations:

Clawson Food Pantry - located at 700 E. Elmwood and open

the second and fourth Mon from 5:30 to 7:30pm; Call Lana

or Linda at (248) 307-0850 to volunteer;

Clawson Lions Club - meets the second and fourth Mon at

7pm at City Hall. Visit clawsonlions.org for more info;

Clawson/Troy Optimist Club - to bring out the best in kids by

providing hope and a positive attitude. Meets the first Wed at

6pm at the CMS library and third Wed at 11:30am at Shield’s

in Troy. Email [email protected]; and

Fourth of July Committee - to plan and work on the 2014

celebration. Meets the second Wednesday of each month at

7:30pm at City Hall. Visit clawson4thofjuly.org for more info.

Clawson City Park Engraved Brick Program

The Parks and Recreation Park Enhancement Board is

actively fundraising to improve the City Park track and

football field area. Bricks will border the asphalt path at our

City Park. Bricks will be installed in the spring or fall

(weather permitting) when accumulated sales reach 100 or

more.

Order Forms

Visit the Parks and Recreation page on the City website to

print out an order form or pick one up at Hunter Community

Center. All forms can be dropped off or mailed to:

Hunter Community Center

Park Enhancement Board

509 Fisher Court

Clawson MI 48017.

Email [email protected] with questions. Thank

you for your support!

City Manager’s Message

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Hello to everyone in Clawson! So much

great activity continues to happen in

Clawson. We have had an enormous

amount of upgrades and repairs to our

buildings and city infrastructure over the

past seven years. Our worst roads,

water mains, and sewers have been repaired or replaced.

Our city buildings have been upgraded with energy efficient

roofs, windows, and HVAC systems. We have been blessed

to receive over $6 million in grant monies for roads and

sewer projects. All of the grant monies help to expand the

projects and get even more accomplished. We have been

able to complete over $36 million in projects in those

seven years.

I commend the residents of Clawson for their tremendous

support of this community. None of these projects would

ever happen without your approval and support. I am

always so amazed and impressed by the generosity and

passion for giving that people in Clawson demonstrate at

every single opportunity that arises. This small but

tight-knit community takes so much pride in everything

they do. The Motto “The Little City with a Big Heart” is a

perfect fit.

The City and Clawson School District are working on a joint

venture for athletic field upgrades. The baseball field at City

Park was upgraded to a grass infield through a joint effort

of the City Council, School Board, and fund-raising by

varsity baseball coach Ralph Haney. This is an example of

the cooperative efforts that go on here in Clawson to make

things happen. We are working to upgrade the football /

soccer field at its existing location and replace the track

with a new 6-lane track so that Clawson can host home

track meets within the City limits. New lighting and visitor

bleachers are also part of the plan. Additional expansion of

baseball fields at City Park and relocation of new tennis

courts to the area behind Clawson Middle School are in the

works also. The Clawson Schools are planning some

upgrades to their facilities also to bring things up to the

caliber it takes to bring students into our City. More

information will be coming from the Clawson School District

on those plans.

On the ballot for the City in November 2013, will be a

Headlee override millage to restore our Rubbish millage

back to the State of Michigan allowed levy of 3 mills. Over

the years our millage has been rolled back to 2.1518 for

rubbish collection. With the tremendous losses in taxable

value of homes since 2008, we are no longer collecting

enough taxes to pay our waste hauler for the basic

curbside pickup of trash, yard-waste and recycling. We had

to transfer $55,000 from our General Fund balance in

order to balance the budget that ended on June 30, 2013.

The estimated transfer amount from the General Fund for

the 2013-2014 budget year is even higher at $72,000.

Unfortunately, that cost does not cover any of the expense

of the curbside leaf pickup program that the City provides

in October and November every year. We are at a point

where we must ask the voters to approve a Headlee

override millage so that we can continue to provide the

same services that we currently provide. The ballot request

will be for .8482 mil in order to return our millage back to

the 3.0 mil level for rubbish collection authorized by the

State of Michigan. With the average taxable value of a

home in Clawson being about $43,000, the added millage

for the average taxpayer would result in added taxes of

$36.47 per year. This added millage will allow us to keep

providing the curbside yard waste pick-up and the curbside

leaf pick-up services that we currently provide. Should the

millage fail, we will likely discontinue providing yard waste

and compost pick-up and leaf pick-up services starting in

2014.

-Mark Pollock, City Manager

To register for classes, visit:

Hunter Community Center

509 Fisher Court

Contact us!

Call or email the Parks and Recreation Department

Monday through Friday

8am to 7pm

248.589.0334

[email protected]

Upcoming Events


Downtown Block Party

North Main Street

The Downtown Development Authority is throwing a farewell

party! It’s time to party in the street. Come join the fun as we

throw a good old-fashioned block party. Picnic food, games,

contests, prizes, music, we’ve got it all! Head to

downtownclawson.com for more info!

Saturday, September 7 2 to 8pm

Arts & Authors Festival Clawson City Park

Join us for the second year of this fun event! In conjunction

with the Farmers Market, there will be artists, authors,

musical performances, a children's reading and craft tent,

and lots of food! Visit elevatethearts.vpweb.com for more

info or to submit your work!

Sunday, September 8 10am to 2pm

Clawson Farmers Market Clawson City Park

The Clawson Farmers Market is your small neighborhood

market tucked into the Clawson City Park, offering a lively

gathering place for families, a diversity of local farm

products, specialty foods and other assorted items. The

family friendly atmosphere and warm sunny days offer

residents an afternoon of grocery shopping, enjoying the

park, and listening to local musicians fill the air with

melodies. For more information, check out the Clawson

Farmers Market Facebook page or www.cityofclawson.com.

Sunday, September 8, 15, 22 & 29 10am to 2pm

Fall Auction Club Venetian in Madison Heights

Last year was a great time and we're looking to do it up

bigger and better this year! Don't miss it! Live and silent

auctions, duck pond and good food to benefit the Chamber

of Commerce. To purchase tickets or to join the committee,

please contact Mary at (248) 435-6000.

Thursday, September 26 6 to 10pm

DTE Energy Community Concert Clawson High School

The DTE Energy Foundation is pleased to offer a free

concert by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are

available at the DSO box office or online at www.dso.org.

There is a limit of four tickets per reservation. No charge for

the event but you must pre-order tickets. Many thanks to the

Band and Orchestra Booster Club for assisting this event!

Sunday, September 29 3pm

Fall Festival Clawson City Park Celebrate the beginning of fall with an afternoon of fun! The

day includes free hayrides, farm animals, inflatables, baked

goods, games and a food truck rally with the Michigan

Mobile Food Vendors Association! The day ends with a

bonfire conducted by the Clawson Fire Department.

Sunday, October 6 3 to 7:30pm / Bonfire at 6:15pm

Mother/Son Sweetest Day Celebration Thunderbird Lanes

A special way for mothers and sons to enjoy the holiday and

have some fun together. Our annual bowling party includes

two games of bowling, a photo momento, lunch and door

prizes! Tickets are available at Hunter Community Center.

Saturday, October 12 1 to 3pm

$25 per couple / $10 each additional son

Clawson Fire Department

Fire Prevention Week & Open House October 6-12, 2013

The Clawson Fire Department will once again visit local

elementary schools to discuss the importance of fire safety.

This year’s theme, “Prevent Kitchen Fires” reminds us that

more fires start in the kitchen than in any other part of the

home and will educate people how to keep cooking fires

from starting in the first place. As a reminder, don’t forget to

change the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon

monoxide detectors! It is also important for those with

fireplaces to properly clean the chimney before using them

this winter. Join us at the annual open house for educational

demonstrations, informative handouts and refreshments.

Everyone is welcome!

Open House - 111 Gardner

Sunday, October 13 Noon to 3pm

Prayer Breakfast Hunter Community Center

This event, sponsored by the Clawson Community Coalition,

is a great opportunity for people of many faiths to come

together for inspiration and reflection. It is the goal of this

annual breakfast to provide another way for people to unite

hands, hearts and voices as we pursue a strengthened

effort. Contact Beverly Owens at (248) 546-9777 with

questions. Please join us!

Tuesday, October 22 7:30 to 9am

$10

Trick-or-Treasure Time Downtown Clawson Allergies are tough enough, but miss trick-or-treating with all

the other kids? We say, no way! Kids in costume will travel

through the downtown businesses collecting allergy-free

treats and maybe a few tricks along the way! Head to


Saturday, October 26 Noon to 3pm

The Great Pubkin Crawl Downtown Clawson

This bit of Halloween fun allows adult ‘kids’ in costume to

enjoy food & drink specials at our favorite downtown spots:

Tavern on the Main, Moose Winooski’s, Black Lotus,

Dooley’s Irish Tavern and Renshaw Lounge. Meet at Leon &

Lulu, then head out for the spirits! Head to


Saturday, October 26 Registration is 6-7pm

$15 per person / $10 for The Exchange participants


Upcoming Events

The Exchange South Main Street at Jefferson

An interactive mystery game that takes place entirely on foot

and features actors, riddles, scavenger hunting and problem

solving. Visit downtownclawson.com for registration and

payment information!

Saturday, October 26 8-10pm

$80 per group of four

Trick or Treat Trail Clawson City Park

Sponsored by Clawson Youth Assistance, this is a fun way

for your ghost or goblin to get in the spirit of things! Bring a

flashlight and a bag for all the candy you’ll collect from local

businesses and organizations along the trail. Don’t forget to

drop your pumpkin off for the carving contest between 5

and 5:30pm. They’ll light the trail and can be taken home

after! Stay and enjoy cider and donuts after the festivities.

Sunday, October 27 6 to 7:30pm

Toys for Goodfellows City Hall / Hunter Community Center

Please help this longtime community organization see that

“no child goes without a Christmas.” Drop boxes will be

available for anyone who would like to donate toys, games

or non-perishable food items. The Goodfellows will then

distribute all donated goods to local families in need of

assistance. Let’s make this holiday season merry and bright

for all!

November through December

Christmas in Clawson Craft Show Clawson High School

A variety of exhibitors will be displaying their crafts!

Come enjoy a wonderful lunch, while you get your holiday

and personal shopping done. For more info and applications

for space, call Betsy O’Brien at (248) 288-1663.

Saturday, November 9 10am to 4pm

White Elephant Sale Hunter Community Center

Take a stroll through donations and find some new

treasures for yourself or loved ones! There is also a lunch

counter, raffle and bake sale! All proceeds benefit the

Clawson Senior Center. Admission is $1.

Saturday, November 9 9am to 3pm

Goodfellows Paper Drive All Major Clawson Intersections

Extra, extra! Members will be selling their paper, which

features community news and Goodfellows updates, for a

monetary donation of your choice. One hundred percent of

proceeds will go to help a Clawson family. If you would like

to send a tax-deductable donation, please send a check or

money order to the Clawson Goodfellows, P.O. Box 239,

Clawson, MI 48017. For more info, call (248) 407-5522 or

email [email protected].

Saturday, December 7 8am to 4pm

Christmas Tree Lighting Memorial Park at Blair Memorial Library

Families are invited to kickoff the holiday season with this

annual tradition. Co-sponsored by the Clawson/Troy

Optimist Club, the evening includes caroling and the

arrival of Santa Claus by fire truck! Refreshments will be

served at Clawson Middle School immediately following.

Event is held rain, snow or shine.

Monday, December 2 6:30pm

Lunch with Santa Hunter Community Center

Ho ho ho! The General Federation of Women’s Club (GFWC)

will once again host this festive event. Tickets may be

purchased at Hunter Community Center and include lunch, a

visit with Santa and a small gift! Pictures are also available

at an additional fee. Tickets are limited, so don’t miss out on

this fun lunch!

Saturday, December 14 11am

$6 per person

Christmas Caroling City Hall

Clawson Youth Assistance invites you to enjoy all the

holidays have to offer by singing carols throughout the city.

Warm up with cookies and hot chocolate after! Call (248)

259-6208 or email [email protected] to sign up.

Saturday, December 14

Meet at 6pm to get street assignments

Daddy/ Daughter Valentine Dance Hunter Community Center

Put your dancing shoes on! This popular event includes live

entertainment, a corsage for the special lady, refreshments

and a photo momento. If Dad can’t make it, maybe

Grandpa, Uncle or Big Brother can! Tickets may be

purchased at Hunter Community Center. We always sell out,

so please buy yours early!

Saturday, February 8 1pm OR 3pm

$15 per couple / $5 each additional daughter

Fire & Ice With Spice South Main Street We’ve changed things up a bit this year with more

entertainers! Fire breathers & jugglers will be there, in

addition to ice carvers creating custom designs and a Kids

Craft Tent! Don’t forget to stay for the chili cook-off, the

proceeds of which are donated to local charities.

Sunday, February 16 11am to 4pm

Bunny Brunch Hunter Community Center

Enjoy some time with the Easter Bunny! Tickets may be

purchased at Hunter Community Center. Sponsored by the

GFWC, this favored event only has a limited amount of

space, so hop to it!

Saturday, April 12 11am

$6 per person


City Information

Tax Information Information is available for free via a self-serve computer

located in the lobby of City Hall or online for a fee through

Property Gateway at www.oakgov.com or by calling (888)

600-3773. Your 10-digit parcel number is required to

access your information by telephone.

Drop Box There is an drop box available for payments and ballots in

the south entrance vestibule of City Hall below the police/

fire telephone. To avoid penalties or late charges, payments

must be received BEFORE closing on the date the bill is due.

When a due date falls on a weekend or a city-designated

holiday, payment will be accepted without penalty before

close of the next business day.

Payment of Water Bills Payments may be “direct debited” from your savings or

checking account. Authorization forms can be picked up at

the Treasurer’s Office at City Hall or online at

cityofclawson.com/taxesbills.htm. They can also be made

via credit card or electronic check online, in-person at City

Hall or by mail.

Accepted Forms of Payment City Hall accepts debit cards, credit cards and electronic

check! Payments can be made at officialpayments.com or

by calling (800) 272-9829 using jurisdiction code 3253.

Transaction Fees are as follows (online or in-person):

$5 fee for E-check payments;

$4.95 fee for water payments - maximum payment of $500;

$3 fee for debit card payments; and

3 percent fee for tax bill payment with credit card.

Upcoming Elections Deadlines for the November 5 general election:

■ Absentee ballots will be available after Saturday,

September 21;

■ Last day to register to vote is Monday, October 7;

■ Last day to procure an absentee ballot is Saturday,

November 2 at 2pm;

■ Qualified absentee electors may vote in-person at the

Clerk’s office by 4pm on Monday, November 4;

■ All absentee ballots must be received before the close

of polls on Election Day; and

■ Polls will be open from 7am to 8pm.

For a complete guide to local candidates and any possible

updates on elections and future elections, please visit the

City Clerk’s website at www.cityofclawson.com or Oakland

County’s website at www.oakgov.com/elections.

Should you have any questions regarding your voter

registration or other election questions, contact the City

Clerk, Machele Kukuk at (248) 435-4500 ext. 116 or 118 or

through the city’s website listed above.

Winter Taxes These will be mailed out on December 1 and are due by

February 14, 2014. Payments may be directly debited from

your savings or checking account. Visit the city website for

additional information.

Home Improvement Loan Program Oakland County’s Community and Home Improvement

Division is currently accepting applications for no-cost,

low-interest and deferred loans for home improvement

repairs. Qualified homeowners may obtain a loan for as

much as $18,000 at a low-interest rate of 0-3 percent,

repayable within 20 years. Eligibility is

determined by income.

Eligible repairs include, but are not

limited to, replacement of windows,

siding, insulation, porches, roofs,

masonry, water and sewer lines,

structural defects, heating and

electrical systems or plumbing.

For more information, contact the

Oakland County Community and

Home Improvement Division at

(888) 350-0900 ext. 80493.

Family

Size

Gross

Income

1 $37,200

2 $42,500

3 $47,800

4 $53,100

5 $57,350

6 $61,600

7 $65,850

8 $70,100

Holiday Beautification Awards The City Council would like to recognize homeowners for

their efforts in the community during these chilly months! The

Parks and Recreation Board is seeking nominations for

impressively-decorated individual homes and blocks. Awards

will be presented at the January City Council meeting. If you

would like to nominate a home, please call (248) 589-0334

or email [email protected] by December 6.

Judging will be December 9, so turn your lights on!

Summer Beautification Award Winners Recently, the City Council honored five residents for their

outstanding front yard landscaping and property appearance!

Please congratulate:

Gail & Warren Avey Frank & Elaine Pearcy

Julian & Peggy Rybicki Craig & Marybeth White

Craig & Sandra Wynant

Youth Activities

Spanish Immersion Montessori Preschool Hunter Community Center

Founder & Director: Maria Van Dyke

248-597-9932 / www.spanishfortoddlers.com

The school program is designed for children who do not yet understand nor speak Spanish, and will suit those children who

already have knowledge of the language. The program is for children ages 2 to 6 years old, and classes are split into two age

groups. Children of these ages possess the ability to absorb the language and all aspects of one's culture and environment

without effort or fatigue. This can apply to foreign language immersion just as their native language at home.

Our school provides an opportunity for children to learn Spanish through the experiences presented by a Montessori

influenced curriculum. The curriculum utilizes the five distinct areas of the Montessori Approach throughout a school day,

which are carefully chosen and applied to instill life-serving skills in our children, such as curiosity, initiative, concentration,

decision-making and responsibility. As an aid to this period of child's self-construction, individual work is encouraged.

The Spanish environment surrounding our activities leads the child to develop a functional use of Spanish at the same time as

practicing early childhood educational concepts. The curriculum also incorporates group activities to reinforce the fun of

Spanish language in song, movement and games.

Class sizes are limited to enhance dialogue, improve retention, and are taught by native Spanish-speaking teachers. Students

may register any time during the school year.

A minimum of two days attendance is required.

School runs from September through June, though apply anytime!

Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm

Class hours 9:15am to 12:15pm


Nature’s Playhouse Hunter Community Center

Owners: Lisa Ball & Michelle McEvoy

(248) 955-3219 / www.naturesplayhouse.com

A Waldorf-inspired center, built on the philosophy that child-led play nurtures healthy development in early childhood. The

space offers parents and caregivers a place to connect with others in the community while their child plays freely in our all

natural environment. In addition, we offer a host of classes and activities for children that cover a range of interests from

music play, arts/crafts, and story time, to baby sign language, or playgroup periods, and drop-in-play sessions. Classes are also

offered to caregivers in yoga, arts/crafts, music lessons, birthing, and free support groups. Many of our classes for caregivers

are setup so you can bring your child while you learn. Current schedule subject to change!

Ongoing events at Nature’s Playhouse:

Yoga/Play (practice yoga while your little one plays)

Mondays at 10:00am

Tuesdays at 7:30pm

Thursdays at 5:45pm

Prenatal Yoga

Sundays at 10am

Getting your Body Back Yoga - pre-crawlers welcome

Sundays at 11:15am

Baby Sign Language

Tuesdays at 6:30pm

HypnoBirthing (Natural child-birth classes)

Mondays at 7pm

Breastfeeding Support Group - FREE

Registration is not required / children welcome

First Thursday of each month at 7pm

Birth Recovery/Postpartum Support Group - FREE

Registration is not required / children welcome

Fourth Wednesday of each month at 10:45am

Fourth Thursday of every other month at 7pm

Open Craft and Music Play - registration is not required

3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm

Drop in Play - registration is not required

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am – 12pm

Recycled Crafts and Rhymes

Saturdays starting September 14th at 10am


Youth Activities

Preschool Dance: Clapping and counting, singing

and skipping, enjoying the music and making new

friends! Students will improve large motor skills,

listen to directions, learn to take turns and

cooperate as a group. Shoes: pink ballet

Preschool Combo: Same as above, plus beginning

tap. Shoes: pink ballet and black tap

Intro to Dance: Students will learn the basic

terminology, body positions and beginning dance

combinations with music designed to be familiar

and fun! Shoes: black jazz oxfords Intro to Dance Combo: Same as above, plus

beginning tap. Shoes: black jazz oxford and black

tap

Ballet / Lyrical: Students will build strength and

improve their technique with a ballet barre. Shoes:

pink ballet

Musical Theatre: Class combines tap and jazz,

along with lyrics and choreography to favorite

Broadway classics. This year, class will head back

to the 60s with the musical adaptation of

“Hairspray.” Shoes: black jazz oxfords

Hip Hop Jazz: Students will enjoy an energetic

warm-up, isolation and pop-and-lock hip hop

moves, traditional jazz turns, jumps, floorwork and

progressions. Special attention is paid to insure

that our music selection and choreography is

appropriate for students at each age level.

Shoes: black jazz oxfords

Excel Jazz Classes: Students should have three

years of dance training and be serious about

working hard and improving. These classes move

faster and the choreography is challenging.

Instructor has final approval over students.

Monday Instructor: Tiffany Per session

4:30pm Preschool Dance - Ages 3 & 4 (30 min) $75

5:00pm Preschool Dance Combo - Ages 4-5 (55 min) $90

6pm Intro to Dance - Grades K-2 (40 min) $85

6:45pm Hip Hop Jazz - Grades 2-4 (40 min) $85

Wednesday Instructor: Megan Per session

4:30pm Intro to Dance Combo - Grades K-2nd (55 min) $90

5:30pm Hip Hop Jazz - Grades 3 & up (40 min) $85

6:15pm Ballet / Lyrical - Grades 3 & up (40 min) $85

7pm Musical Theatre - Ages 6 & up (75 min) $100

8:15pm Excel Hip Hop Jazz - Grades 4 & up (55 min) $90

Premiere Plus will place a shoe order after the first week of class.

Please wait to purchase shoes, as we can get a discounted rate.

Any variation of the age requirement needs instructor’s permission. And

don’t forget, dancers get half off additional classes!

This year’s theatre production for Clawson and Royal Oak will be

combined. “Hairspray” will have its own dress rehearsal and performance,

as auditorium seating will be in high demand.

Adult classes will be held at the Madison Heights studio - for fun or for a

performance opportunity in the Clawson recital. Call (248) 541-6651 for

more info!

Dance Program Hunter Community Center

This year’s recital dance production will be “When You Wish Upon A Star.” Premiere Plus offers classes for children and teens

beginning at age 3. Our program is designed to be fun and challenging for beginning students and returning students alike.

Classes run from September to May and payment is divided into two sessions. The first payment is due at registration and the

same amount will also be due the first week of January. Payments made after January 25, 2013 will be assessed a $25 late

fee per dancer. Dancers must be registered for both sessions to perform in the spring recital.

Session 1: September 9, 2013 Session 2: January 6, 2014

Fall Scrapbooking - Ages 8 to 13

Learn how to create beautiful fall and Halloween-themed

pages using your photos and additional items. Please

bring 6-10 pictures to class. Feel free to bring your own

supplies!

Register by October 2

Saturday, October 5 9:30 to 11:30am $10

Beading - Ages 8 to 13

Design your very own beaded bracelet during this class!

Includes supplies to make two projects. Makes a great

holiday gift!

Register by December 4

Saturday, December 7 9:30 to 11:30am $10

Open House

We’d like to welcome all of the students and families who

are registered for the program, as well as educate those

potentially interested about what we can offer teens in the

community.

Tuesday, September 17 2:30 to 5:30pm

Youth Bowling Thunderbird Lanes

This is a popular program for youth of all ages! Cost

includes two games of bowling, weekly league average

sheets, pizza and pop, special awards and shoe rental!

Coaching available.

Bumper Bowling Ages 4-7

Bowling Ages 8 & Older

Session 1: Sept 17-Dec 10

Session 2: Jan 7-April 1

Tuesday 3:30 to 5:30pm

$5 registration fee paid at Hunter Community Center

$6 weekly fee paid at bowling alley

$1 absence fee charged by alley for missed lessons

Youth Soccer This program is open to children from 3 to 18. Registration

for the fall season is open from June 1 to August 1 and for

the spring session from November 1 to February 15. Please

visit clawson-soccer.org for more information or call

(248) 629-0180 and leave a voicemail and the appropriate

person will return your call.

Additional Youth Sports Information Baseball - Mike Sadler

(248) 229-6710 clawsonbsl.com

Basketball - Billy Shellenbarger

(248) 320-6878

Maverick Football

(866) 435-3074 clawsonmavericks.com

Skyhawks All classes held at Hunter Community Center

Please bring a water bottle and wear gym clothes/shoes.

The City of Clawson has partnered with Skyhawks, a team of

coaches dedicated to offering camps and classes to teach

your children teamwork, respect, sportsmanship,

responsibility and leadership.

Session 1: Sept 21-Oct 26

Session 2: Nov 9-Dec 21 (no class Nov 30)

Session 3: Jan 11-Feb 22 (no class Feb 8)

Quickstart Tennis Program - Ages 4-10

Develop a love for tennis while learning the rules and

etiquette of the game. All coaches trained by USTA

professionals. All equipment provided. Price includes t-shirt.

Saturday 12 to 1pm $69

Mini-Hawk Program - Ages 4-7

Learn the essentials of t-ball, soccer and basketball in a

safe, structured environment. Price includes t-shirt.

Saturday 1:30 to 2:30pm $69

Cheerleading Program - Ages 6-12

Young athletes will learn the essential skills to lead crowds

and support the home team! Entry-level program teaches

cheers, proper hand and body movements and jumping

techniques. No stunting. Price includes t-shirt and pom

poms.

Session 3 only

Saturday 12 to 1pm $69

Youth Activities


The After School Zone (The A.Z.), formerly Clawson Teen Center, continues to offer a safe, supervised environment where

students can relax and unwind after school. There is the opportunity to do homework (tutoring available upon request), play

the game consoles (Wii, Xbox, Play Station), play basketball, dodgeball, soccer, board games and more! Special events are

scheduled throughout the year, along with various fundraising activities to keep our program running. At the request of parents

or guardians, we are able to separate the middle and high school students. As always, we try to proactively introduce new and

fun ideas at The A.Z. We strive to continue with the programs that work and learn from those that don't. If you have any

ideas, comments or suggestions, please feel free to call or stop by!

Membership for the school year is $20. A registration form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. All students

must sign a code of conduct agreement explaining the rules of the program prior to registration.

After School Zone (The A.Z.) Hunter Community Center

Supervisor: Beverly Owens

School Day Hours: (248) 589-2322 / (248) 546-9777 Half Day Hours:

Mon-Fri from 2:30-5:30pm [email protected] 11am-5:30pm

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At The Pool

Clawson High School Pool 101 John M.

(248) 589-0334

Water shoes recommended

No street shoes allowed in pool area

Register for all swim classes at Hunter Community Center

Regular Open Swim Hours

Monday 7 to 8:30pm

Wednesday 7 to 8:30pm

Friday 7 to 8:30pm

$4—Adults $3—Child (Ages 3-17)

$2—Seniors $5 - Monday Night Family Swim (June-Aug)

$30—Swim Pass available at pool / cash only (10 visits)

Pool Schedule

The pool will now be open during all school breaks, including

snow days. Come swim with us!

Private Lessons

Available during open swim times! Please call (248) 655-4200.

Instructional Swim Classes Session 1: Sept 11-Nov 2

Session 2: Nov 6-Dec 21

Check online at cityofclawson.com for 2014 sessions!

Aqua Babies / Aqua Tots—Ages 6 months-3

Parents and babies play together with toys and learn to be

comfortable in the water. Children must wear swim diaper.

Wednesday 7 to 7:20pm $50

Saturday 10 to 10:20am $50

Tadpoles—Ages 3-5

Swimmer learns to be comfortable in the water without the

aide of a parent. Fun, playful environment.



Level 1—Water Exploration

Swimmer learns supported back and front floats, basic kicks

and face-submersion. Emphasis on safety and fun!



Level 2—Primary Skills

Swimmer learns to float and kick without support. Alternate

arm-action and the beginning of strokes are introduced.



Level 3—Stroke Readiness

Swimmer learns front and back crawl, arm stroke

coordination and introduced to elementary backstroke.



Level 4—Stroke Development

Swimmer will improve strokes and aquatic skills. Rotary

breathing is introduced, as well as side and breast strokes.



Level 5—Stroke Refinement

Swimmer will learn coordination and refinement of key

strokes. Turns, butterfly stroke and crawls are learned.



A fun and safe way to get in shape while increasing

flexibility! This power-packed workout combines

high-intensity aqua aerobics and muscle conditioning.

Held in three-to-five foot water. Deep water classes require

a buoyancy belt/noodle and will be held in nine foot water.

Register at Hunter Community Center.

$41 one day a week / $36 senior rate

$81 two days a week / $71 senior rate

$99 unlimited classes

$8 drop-in class

Water Fitness Classes Instructor: Karla McGahey

Session 1: Sept 9-Nov 2

Session 2: Nov 4-Dec 21

Session 3: Jan 6-Feb 22

Session 4: Feb 24-April 5

Monday 7 to 8pm—deep water

Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30pm—deep water

Thursday 7 to 8pm

Saturday 8:30 to 9:30am

Adult Activities

Zumba Instructor: Ivy Mitchell

This class fuses hypnotic international rhythms and easy-to-

follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that

will blow you away! You can achieve long-term benefits while

having fun and burning calories. The routine combines

interval and resistance-training to tone and sculpt your body!

Ongoing classes $5 drop in

Tuesday 6 to 7pm

Thursday (Toning class) 6 to 7pm

Saturday 10 to 11am

Yoga for All Instructor: Donna Raphael

Build your yoga practice to reduce stress and tension,

increase your flexibility and balance and enjoy a calmer

mind. Beginners and all skill levels welcome.

Ongoing classes $42 / 6 classes

Saturday 9 to 10am

Hunter Fitness Center We offer participants a safe, friendly, non-competitive

environment where members can improve their health and

lifestyle. This room is equipped with everything you need to

achieve your fitness goals. For your safety, everyone must be

shown proper use by a staff member prior to usage.

Only $9 a month—and only pay for the months you attend!

Monday—Friday 7:30am to 7:30pm

Saturday 8:30 to 11:30am

January Special

Start the year off the healthy way! $90 for all of 2014!

Must be paid for by January 15.

Need help getting motivated? One-on-one, intense training

with one of our certified trainers will help you reach your

goals! Offered at an additional charge. Talk with one today!

Low Impact Aerobics Instructor: Sandy Denell

Enjoy getting into shape with choreographed routines to

upbeat music for a full-body workout! Concentrating on

cardio, endurance and muscle toning, this class is great for

adult women and men of all ages.

Session 1: Sept 9-Oct 30 $80 / 8 weeks

Session 2: Nov 4-Dec 4 No class Nov 25, 27 $40 / 4 weeks

Session 3: Jan 6-Feb 26 $80 / 8 weeks

Session 4: Mar 3-Apr 30 No Class April 21, 23 $80 / 8 weeks

Monday & Wednesday 7 to 8pm

Tone & Strength A fun class with a light, aerobic warm-up and filled with a

variety of movements targeting every muscle group!

Energizing instructors lead you through exercises using free

weights, exer-tubing and Body Bars®. Classes geared for all

levels of participants.

Ongoing classes $5 drop-in

Tuesday & Thursday 9:15 to 10:15am

Cross-Fitness for Women Instructor: Anne Davis, Certified Personal Trainer

This class combines traditional weight lifting with short

circuits of bodyweight movements. No matter what your goal

is: weight loss, cardiovascular improvement or just plain old

getting fit, this class can do it!! It is designed for all fitness

levels by adjusting the weight or movement. We always

begin with a warm up and end with a cool down. Weights will

be discussed at the first class, though bring them if you have

some.

Session 1: Sept 10-Oct 24 $72 / 6 weeks

Session 2: Nov 5-Dec 12 $72 / 6 weeks

Tuesday & Thursday 7:15 to 8:15pm

Paint with Steve Wood Hunter Community Center

Includes all supplies needed to complete a painting during the

class. Steve Wood, from the popular television show, “Anyone

Can Paint” will instruct. Pre-register by calling (248) 583-6700.

Second Thursday each month 9:30 to 11:30am $25

Socrates Club Hunter Community Center

Group discussion in a relaxed, informal setting.

Third Tuesday of the month $1 per person

Line Dance Hunter Community Center

Price includes up to two hours of dancing! All levels welcome.

Ongoing classes Thursdays $7 per person

Beginner 6:30 to 7:30pm Intermediate 7:30 to 8:30pm

Basic Computer Class Learn computer basics in a non-threatening environment.

Subjects covered include internet, email, Windows, computer

safety and more! Class size is limited to five. See what a

computer can do for you in this class. Bring your laptop or

use one of our desktops. A new session begins the first

Monday of each month.

Monday Sept 9-Sept 30 1-2pm $40

Intermediate Computer Class Learn how to use more of the programs on your computer.

You must have a basic understanding of computers. Learn

about email filtering, advanced searches, customizing

Windows and more! Class size is limited to five. Bring your

laptop or use one of our desktops. A new session begins the

first Monday of each month.

Monday Sept 9-Sept 30 2-3pm $40

Get fit with us! Registration and classes held at Hunter Community Center

Wear comfortable fitness clothing and shoes. Bring a mat and water.

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Check out our offerings!

A monthly newsletter detailing upcoming activities, travel

opportunities, informative presentations and our lunch menu

is available at City Hall, Hunter Community Center and online

at cityofclawson.com. Click on Senior Center listed under

“Most Popular.”

If you would like the newsletter mailed to you, please

provide a stamped, self-addressed envelope and drop them

off at the Senior Center. If you would like it emailed to you,

please provide your email address to Kathy Leenhouts.

Medical Equipment

There is a medical equipment loan closet available to the com-

munity. We have wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches,

shower chairs, bedside commodes and other items. Please

call ahead for availability.

Senior Activities

Clawson Senior Center Hunter Community Center

509 Fisher Court

Director of Recreation and Senior Services: Kathy Leenhouts

(248) 583-6700 / [email protected]

Hours: Monday—Thursday 8am to 4pm

The City of Clawson provides recreation and social services to our community’s mature population. A balanced lunch is served

Monday through Thursday at noon. A $3 donation is suggested. Home-delivered meals are available to homebound residents.

Please call the Senior Center to learn if you or a loved one qualifies.

Regular Monthly Activities

Bingo—Second and last Wednesday

Birthday celebration—Second Wednesday

Canasta — First Tuesday of the month 12:30pm

Casino Trip—Last Thursday

Computer time—Monday through Thursday 8am to 4pm

Euchre—Last Tuesday 1pm

Exercise Class—Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30 to 11am

Golf League—May to August

Income Tax Assistance—February to April

Knit & Crochet—Wednesday 10am to noon

Line Dancing—Tuesday 1 to 3pm ($5 fee)

Lunch Bunch—One Monday a month

Monthly Movie at Hunter — Second Thursday 1pm

Pinochle—Monday 1pm

Quilting Club—Tuesday 10am to noon

Scrabble—Second Tuesday 1pm

Senior Lunch & Movie at Palladium — Third Tuesday 11:15am ($20 fee; advanced registration required)

Wii Bowling—Tuesday and Thursday 10am to noon

Transportation Available for Clawson Residents

Our regular boundaries are Long Lake Road to the north, 11 Mile Road to the south, Ryan Road to the east and Southfield

Road to the west. The extended boundaries are for medical appointments only and include South Boulevard to the north, Nine

Mile Road to the south, Van Dyke Avenue to the east and Telegraph Road to the west. When traveling in the extended bounda-

ries, there is a $5 fee. Call between 8am and 12:30pm to schedule your transportation.

Monday—Thursday from 8am to 2:30pm Friday from 8am to noon

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SHARP (Senior Home Assistance Repair Program) We need your help! Our program started in 2008 and we have had a great group of volunteers who have helped seniors with

over 450 small projects in their homes. The Clawson SHARP is in jeopardy of ending due to a lack of new volunteers. Volun-

teers are background-checked and trained in the process that SHARP uses to help seniors in our community. As a volunteer,

you get to choose which projects you want to work on. This is a wonderful program and if you are interested in learning mopre

about it, please contact Kathy Leenhouts at (248) 589-0334.

This program helps Clawson residents 60 and older or those with disabilities with home repair. The work is done by volunteers.

Though the labor is free, supplies must be paid for. Assistance may be available. Call (248) 589-0334 during office hours to

make a request or inquiry.

Examples of work performed:

■ Clean-up and debris removal ■ Installing window air conditioners

■ Grab bar installation ■ Installing house address numbers

■ Gutter repair and cleaning ■ Installing smoke detectors

■ Installing or replacing locks ■ Painting related to repairs

■ Moving items to curb ■ Repairing holes in drywall

■ Repairing stairs ■ Replacing electrical outlets

■ Replace broken glass ■ Replacing thermostats

■ Replacing faucets ■ Installing storm windows

■ Securing loose tiles

Community Activities

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Clawson Youth Assistance Baker School

626 Phillips

(248) 655-4414

It is through citizen involvement that our organization comes

to life. If you would like to volunteer with Clawson Youth

Assistance, please contact our office. We listed in the Best

of the Best 2013 Daily Tribune’s Readers Choice Award for

Charitable Organizations.

Clawson Youth Assistance is a non-profit organization and

welcomes your tax-deductable contribution. We are proud of

our sponsorships. All contributions go directly to

programming for youth and families. We offer camp

scholarships, parent education, family recreation

opportunities, youth recognition and counseling.

Upcoming Events October 3 from 11am to 9pm - Fundraiser at Shield’s Pizza

Restaurant (dine-in or carryout). Twenty percent of receipts

will be donated to Clawson Youth Assistance. Look for a flyer

at city buildings or mention the organization when dining.

Look for us on the city website for additional information!

Clawson Historical Museum 41 Fisher Court / (248) 588-9169

[email protected]

www.cityofclawson.com

Hours: Wednesday & Sunday 1 to 4pm

Free admission / Group tours by appointment only

It’s more than just a building...when was the last time you visited the Historical Museum?

Newsletter now available via email: Send us an email to be added to the list! The quarterly newsletter includes local

history, interesting artifacts and updates on what’s happening at the museum. Past issues may be viewed online. A paper copy

of the newsletter can be mailed to you directly with your paid Historical Society Membership of $5 a year.

Get involved! The museum is seeking volunteers to provide tours to visitors one Sunday a month. Guides receive free training,

a docent’s guide, free newsletters and a 10 percent discount on books. Call or email us for more info!

Website and Facebook: Visit the historical society website at www.clawsonhistoricalsociety.org for information about the mu-

seum, including online exhibits, artifact care and photo galleries. Don’t forget to “like” us on Facebook!

Programs and Presentations: A variety of programs and presentations are available for your club or organization.

A brochure of current programs may be obtained at the museum, viewed online or we can customize a presentation for you!

Items for sale:

“Building Clawson: Exploring kit homes that built a village” a self-guided tour of Clawson homes. Sold by mail-order

companies will be re-issued with updates. $2 or free with book purchase

“Clawson the Way it Was” by Deloris Kumler $20

“Images of America: Clawson” by Deloris Kumler $20

“Two Square Miles” Vols 1 & 2 by Bill Hayes $20 each

“Pummychug, the Foundation of the Village of Clawson” by Maurice Blair $10

“Pummychug, A Boy’s Life in Clawson” by Melodie Nichols $6

Adjustable baseball caps $10

Clawson Art & Cultural Foundation www.elevatethearts.vpweb.com

Meets the second Monday of the month

7:30pm at Hunter Community Center

The focus of the Art & Cultural Foundation is

enriching our neighborhood life through supporting

Michigan’s local creative community.

Upcoming Events September 29 at 3pm - The DTE Energy Foundation is

pleased to offer a free ticketed community concert by the

DSO at Clawson High School. Tickets are available at the

DSO box office or online at www.dso.org. There is a limit of

four tickets per reservation. No charge for the event but you

must pre-order tickets. Many thanks to the Band and

Orchestra Booster Club for assisting this event in Clawson.

October 6 from 3 to 6pm - Sponsoring the Candy Band at

the Fall Festival.

November 7 from 11am to 9pm - Fundraiser at Shield’s

Pizza Restaurant (dine-in or carryout). Twenty percent of

receipts will be donated to the art committee. Look for a

flyer at city buildings or mention the organization when

dining.

Oakland County Parks and Recreation

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■ Do not park in the street on your collection day until leaves

have been cleared. ■ No sticks, stones, glass or debris of any kind will be

picked-up by the leaf collection equipment and may injure city

workers. ■ It is requested that residents use paper compost bags or

properly labeled cans for the remaining part of the year. Those

who do not wish to rake leaves for collection may

continue to do so.

Department of Public Works

Trash Pick-up ■ When a holiday occurs on a Monday, Tuesday or

Wednesday, trash collection will be postponed until

Thursday of that week.

■ Garbage cans or bags are not to be places at the curb

earlier than 6pm on the day preceding your collection.

■ Christmas trees will be picked-up curbside on

Wednesdays from January 8 until January 22.

Trees must be bare, without any decorations or bags.

■ Please note: Christmas trees may also be

taken to the SOCRRA facility at no charge.

Leaf Pick-Up The burning of leaves in the City of Clawson is PROHIBITED.

The city will pick-up leaves during the months of October and

November ONLY as follows:

■ Leaf collection will begin the week of October 21,

according to the map on the next page, and will end the week

of Thanksgiving. Due to the holiday work week, please have

your leaves out on Sunday, November 24 for the final

pick-up, as the last days of collection for the entire city will be

Monday, November 25 through Wednesday, November 27. ■ On main roads - leaves may not be raked into the street.

Please place your leaves on the edge of your curb,

remaining on your property, in rows less than four feet wide. ■ On residential streets - leaves will be picked up

from the street in front of your property, 12 inches

from the curb to allow for water flow, in rows less

than four feet wide. Do not rake leaves into the

street until the night before your

scheduled pick-up.

D.P.W. 635 W. Elmwood

Superintendent: Doug Ballard

(248) 288-3222 / [email protected]

Hours: Monday—Thursday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Brush Pick-up ■ Residents may bundle branches no longer than four

feet in length and no heavier than 60 pounds. Bundles

may be placed at the end of the curb for regular trash

pick-up, though limited to 12 bundles per week.

■ Branches with thorns must be cut-up and placed in

disposable containers.

■ Stumps small enough to fit into trash containers must

not exceed 60 pounds and be free of all soil and debris.

■ Logs that exceed three inches in diameter must be

disposed of privately.

■ Brush and stumps that do not meet the above

specifications must be disposed of privately.

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Yard Waste Policy The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

(MDEQ) takes a very active role in enforcing the ban on

the disposal of yard waste (compost) into landfills. As a

result the City of Clawson and the Department of Public

Works will only accept yard waste materials during the

compost season.

Compost collection will end on Wednesday, December 18

2014 compost collection will begin Wednesday, April 2

Residents who wish to dispose of yard waste material

after the collection season ends may drop off such

materials at the SOCRRA location on Coolidge Highway in

Royal Oak.

Street Light Problems To file a complaint about a faulty or malfunctioning street

light, please contact DTE Energy. You may do so by either

calling (800) 477-4747 or going online to

www.dteenergy.com. Once you complete your report,

someone will attempt to resolve the problem in three-to-

five business days.

Your Energy Savings Program Get rid of the extra old working refrigerator by letting DTE

Energy recycle it for you. Schedule a no-hassle pick-up

online or call DTE Energy at 866.796.0512. They’ll pick up

your old working refrigerator and mail you a check for

$40! They recycle 98% of that old refrigerator so it’s good

for the environment as well as your wallet. If you also have

an old working freezer you want to get rid of, DTE Energy

will also recycle that and pay you another $40. At the

same time, they will also pick up your old working room air

conditioner and/or dehumidifier, which will qualify for a

$20 rebate (must be picked up with a refrigerator or

freezer).

Rebates are also available for furnace tune-ups, water

heaters and air conditioners. Call today!

Department of Public Works

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Snow and Ice Removal It won’t be long before the snow will begin to fall! Along

with all the fun that winter brings, so come the hazards of

cold weather. Snow and ice that accumulates on the

sidewalks causes undue hardships on our seniors,

students and neighbors who regularly use these pathways

for recreation, fitness and convenience.

Section 29-3:

Removal of snow and ice from sidewalks required:

■ The occupant or owner of any property, whether or not it

is currently occupied, is required to keep the width of

the sidewalk in front of or adjacent to the premises

cleared of snow and ice to facilitate safe pedestrian use.

Where there are no sidewalks, the occupant or owner

must clear a path free from snow or ice where the

pathway would otherwise be. Whenever any snow or ice

has fallen to the height of one inch or more, it must be

cleared within 24 hours of accumulation.

Don’t forget! Placing snow in the street is illegal. The

uniform traffic code states, “A person shall not deposit, or

cause to be deposited, snow, ice or slush on any roadway

or highway.”

Snow Plowing Procedure The D.P.W. snow removal procedure is to start plowing

after four or more inches of snowfall. When plowing the

residential streets, the city is divided into five areas, which

are plowed simultaneously, according to availability and

equipment. Do not park your vehicle in the street until the

roadway has been cleared.

Given the nature of the varied and sometimes rapidly

changing climatic conditions that impact our city, the

following is a prioritized list of our snow removal plan,

based on past experience and allotted resources:

1: Major streets and intersections

2: Fire route

3: Residential area streets

4: Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs

Barring any unforeseen or unusual circumstances, such

as major incapacitating blizzards, all four priorities should

be maintained simultaneously and kept open at all times.

Though when this is not possible, city workers will

concentrate all available resources on higher priority

areas.

Blair Memorial Library

Blair Memorial Library 416 North Main Street

Library Director: Elizabeth Gulick

(248) 588-5500 / www.clawson.lib.mi.us

Regular Hours: Summer Hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day):

Monday & Wednesday Noon to 8pm Monday & Wednesday Noon to 8pm

Tuesday & Thursday 10am to 6pm Tuesday & Thursday 10am to 6pm

Saturday 9am to 5pm Friday 9am to 5pm

A Girl’s War: A Year in the Vietnam Combat Zone

Joann Puffer Kotcher will discuss her book “Donut Dolly: an

America Red Cross Girl’s War in Vietnam.” Donuts will be

served!

Registration begins August 5

Monday, September 9 7pm

Cutting Costs With Coupons

Jolyn Felten, the author of BargainstoBounty.com, will share

the best ways to save the most with coupons at area grocery

stores through strategic shopping.

Registration begins Seotember 9

Monday, October 7 6:30pm

Health Coverage: Getting the Basics and the New Health

Care Law: What it Means for Everyone

Lisa Ross and Karin Gyger from the State of Michigan De-

partment of Insurance and Financial Services will present

information regarding health coverage in Michigan and the

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Registration begins October 7

Monday, November 4 6:30pm

Watch Me Move: The Animation Show

A speaker from the Detroit Institute of Arts will discuss a

special exhibit that traces the history of animation over the

past 150 years.

Registration begins November 4

Monday, December 2 7pm

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Book Sale

The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale will offer a wide

selection, with proceeds going to fund programs and

projects throughout the year. Most hardcovers will be sold

for 50¢, paperbacks for 25¢ and magazines for 10¢. Some

audio-visual material also will be sold.

Saturday, November 9—Saturday, November 16

Clawson Genealogy Group

Both new and experienced genealogists are welcome!

Third Tuesday of every month

2:30 to 4pm

LEGO Donations

Do you have LEGOs sitting around your home gathering

dust, just waiting to be put to good use? If the answer is yes,

why not donate them to the library? We are in the process of

creating a LEGO program for our youth department and are

looking to build a collection. Please stop by or call and ask

for Jenni Gannod for more information.

eBooks / OverDrive

Residents of Clawson with a valid library card are able to

have access to downloadable eBooks and digital audio

books through a variety of mobile devices with our subscrip-

tion to OverDrive. Find more information at the library or on

our website.

Be a Friend!

The Friends of the Blair Memorial Library invite you to

become actively involved as they support the library in many

special ways. A variety of Friends activities could use your

help. Please ask at the library for more

information.

First Monday of each month Sept-June 6:15pm

Learn a language!

Residents of Clawson with a valid library card are able to

study 72 languages online, using Pronunciator, a

language-learning lab funded by the Friends of the Library.

Please follow the link on the library’s home page.

These free programs are held at the library and sponsored by the Friends of the Library. To register, stop by or call!

The Swing Era: A Big Band Countdown

Join Stu Johnson, member of the Michigan Jazz Record Col-

lectors, for a slide and recorded music presentation about

the best of the big bands.

Registration begins December 2

Monday, January 6 7pm

Sanders Confectionary

Author Greg Tasker will give a presentation about the history

of Sanders and sign copies of his book. A sweet Sanders

treat will be served!

Registration begins January 6

Monday, February 3 7pm

Who Will Care When You’re Not There? Estate Planning for

Pet Owners

Attorney Robert A. Kass will explain why and how to plan for

the care of your of your pets if something happens to you.

Registration begins February 3

Monday, March 3 7pm

Blair Memorial Library

Pre-School Storytime - Ages 3-5

Children will listen to stories and participate in songs,

rhymes, beanbag, rhythm stick and other movement

activities.

Tuesdays 10:30 to 11am

September 17-October 22 Registration begins September 3

November 19-December 17 Registration begins October 22

January 7-February 4 Registration begins December 17

February 25-March 25 Registration begins February 4

Parent & Tot Time - Ages 3 & Younger

Everyone sits in a circle and listens to stories and partici-

pates in songs, finger plays, rhymes and rhythm stick activi-

ties. Sign up by phone or at the library.

Thursdays 10 to 10:20am

Thursdays 10:30 to 10:50am

September 19-October 24 Registration begins September 5

November 21-December 19 Registration begins October 24

January 9-February 6 Registration begins December 19

February 27-March 27 Registration begins February 6

American Girl: Friendship Bracelet Fun!

Attention American Girl fans! Join us for a fun craft program.

Learn how to make friendship bracelets using embroidery

thread. Make one for your doll and one for yourself!

( Suggested age: 7 & up)

Registration begins September 14

Saturday, September 28 10:30 to 11:30am

Teen Book Club

Join the Teen Book Club! Open to students from grades 6

through 12. Contact the library for the book title. This pro-

gram is in honor of Teen Read Week 2013.

Registration now open

Saturday, October 19 1 to 2pm

Happy Halloween!

Wear your costume to the library for a Halloween program

full of spooky stories and crafts. Refreshments will be pro-

vided.


Saturday, October 26 10:30 to 11:30am

Teen Writing Workshop 1

Join us at the library for a writing workshop for teens.

Jadelyn Bailey will guide you through a variety of creative

writing activities.


Saturday, November 16 1 to 2pm

Fall / Winter 2013-2014

Night Creatures

Discover the fascinating features and survival tools of Michi-

gan’s native nocturnal animals. The Organization for Bat

Conservation will present an owl, a bat and more. We will

learn how they survive in their nighttime environment. This

program will take place in the Community Room at City Hall.


Saturday, November 23 10:30 to 11:15am

Playful Penguin Saturday

Visit the library for a playful penguin program. We will make

our own penguins, listen to stories and have a snack.


Saturday December 14 10:30 to 11:30am

LEGO @ your library!

Calling all LEGO fans - join us at the library to build and cre-

ate with Legos. We will provide the Legos - bring your ideas

and imagination!


Saturday, January 25 10:30 to 11:30am

Will You Be My Valentine?

Come to the library to celebrate Valentine’s Day. We will sup-

ply the materials to make a special Valentine craft.


Saturday, February 8 10:30 to 11:30am

Happy Pig Day!

March is Reading Month - so let’s celebrate with everyone’s

favorite Mo Willems’ characters, Elephant & Piggie!

Registration begins March 1

Saturday, March 15 10:30 to 11:30am

Teen Writing Workshop 2

Join us at the library for a writing workshop for teens.

Jadelyn Bailey will guide you through a variety of research

and creating writing activities.

Registration begins March 8

Saturday, March 29 1 to 2pm

Youth Readers Thank Local Businesses

The following businesses and organizations generously

supported our youth programs this summer:

Summer Reading Program / Teen Read Donations

Provided by:

Amy’s Hallmark Leon & Lulu

Barb’s Pasties & Pizza Meijer

Bob Evans Restaurant Paperback Trade Inn

Chicken Shack Perry’s Pizza

Dairy-O PK Yarn Over Knit

Flipside Records Tease

Friends of the Library Thomas Video

Green Lantern Pizzaria Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Youth Activities These free programs are held at the library and sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

To register, stop by or call (248) 588-5500

Clawson Public Schools

20 Fall / Winter 2013-2014


Fall / Winter 2013-2014 21


22 Fall / Winter 2013-2014


Fall / Winter 2013-2014 23

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City of Clawson

425 N. Main St.

Clawson, MI 48017

Additional City Information

In case of emergency, dial 911

Mayor Penny Luebs [email protected]

Mayor Pro Tem Howie Airriess [email protected]

Councilmember Gregory Kucera, Jr. [email protected]

Councilmember Thomas Palmer [email protected]

Councilmember Kathy Phillips [email protected]

City Manager Mark Pollock [email protected]

Visit us online!

www.cityofclawson.com

Community Input wanted!

The City of Clawson and the Clawson Public Schools have been

meeting over the past several months to address a joint effort to

improve the recreation facilities within the community. Both city

and school property has been reviewed with the assistance of

professional facility planners.

The City Council did adopt a Parks and Recreation Master Plan

in March 2013, which was approved by the Department of

Natural Resources. This will allow for the City to apply for DNR

grants, one of which has been submitted by the Parks and

Recreation Department to build a restroom at Grant Park.

Renderings of the various parks that identify additional

suggested improvements will be on display at City Hall, Hunter

Community Center and the school board offices at Baker Center.

There will also be a meeting scheduled this fall to receive

resident feedback; date announcement coming soon.

For further information,

contact Mickey Alderman

at the Parks and Recreation Department

via email at [email protected]

City Numbers

Animal Control 391-4102

Blair Memorial Library 588-5500

Chamber of Commerce 435-6500

City Cable Channels 435-5960

City Municipal Offices 435-4500

Department of Public Works/Water 288-3222

Historical Museum 588-9169

Parks & Recreation 589-0334

Police/Fire Dispatch 524-3477

Senior Center 583-6700

SOCCRA 288-5150

Teen Center 589-2322

School Numbers

Clawson Public Schools 655-4400

Clawson High School 655-4200

Clawson Middle School 655-4250

Clawson Youth Assistance 288-6808

Kenwood Elementary 655-3838

Schalm Elementary 655-4949

POSTAL CUSTOMER

CLAWSON, MI 48017

Miss Clawson Pageants This organization is dedicated to empowering every girl to

be a confident and strong young woman who is a leader

among her peers. Proceeds are donated to non-profit

organizations in Clawson and utilized for the production of

future pagents.

Junior Miss Clawson Pageant

Girls ages 12 to 15 years

&

Miss Clawson Pageant


Saturday, October 5 on 7pm

Miss Princess Pageant


Saturday, October 12 at 2pm

Young Miss Clawson Pageant


Saturday, October 19 at 7pm

For more information,

head to missclawsonpageants.homestead.com!

Director: Linda Gould

248.408.0937 / [email protected]

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