Fowlerville News and Views Online: May 2018

Saturday, May 26, 2018

Judith ‘Judy’ Slider

    Her Legacy…Judith “Judy” Slider, age 74, passed away on May 19, 2018 in Kalamazoo, MI. Judy was born in Howell, MI on May 25, 1943 to Edward and Bertha (Ringel) Baker, Jr. Judy grew up in the Howell area and graduated from Fowlerville High School. She married the love of her life, Howard “Bill” Slider, April 10, 1970 in Romeo, MI. Judy enjoyed doing arts and crafts, and had fun occasionally betting on the horses and playing games of chance. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, friends and her cats. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
     Her Family…Judy is survived by her husband Howard “Bill”; children, Chad (Hilary) Slider and Cheri (Matt) Slider-Todd; seven grandchildren; and sister, Joanne Rhanor. She is preceded in death by her parents.
    Her Farewell…Judy’s family and friends gathered on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, from 12:00-1:00PM at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Lamb Chapel, in Howell, followed by a procession to Sanford Cemetery. A Memorial Service followed the graveside service at Oak Grove United Methodist Church. Reva Daniel and Hayden Carruth served as celebrants. A luncheon was served following the memorial service at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice Care of SW Michigan or Oak Grove UMC. Please leave a message of comfort to Judy’s family by calling 1.877.231.7900 or sign the guestbook at borekjennings.com

Joan Carol Griffith

    Her Legacy… Joan Carol Griffith, 78, passed away May 11, 2018. She was born on May 1, 1940, in Highland Park, Michigan to Gilbert Knight and Marion (Shall) Knight. She will be remembered as being determined, brave, and very strong in life. Joan always put others and their needs before her own and had a lot of empathy for everyone. She was very loved by all who knew her and could always make everyone laugh with her stories. Playing cards and traveling with friends were a couple things she enjoyed doing, but most of all, spending time with her family and friends was the most important.
    Her Family… Joan will be missed by her children: James (Patricia) Griffith, and Marc (Kathy) Griffith; siblings: Douglas (Bonnie) Knight, and Gary (Jan) Knight; grandchildren: David, Michelle, Stephanie, Melissa, Samantha, Kayla, Adam, and Haley. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Marion Knight, and her son Thomas Griffith.
    Her Farewell… Joan’s family and friends gathered on Sunday, May 20, 2018 from 3:00pm-9:00pm at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Howell Chapel. Her Community Farewell was held on Monday, May 21, 2018 at 11:00am (10:00am gathering) at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Howell Chapel. Memorial contributions may be given to family for future designation. Please leave a message of comfort for Joan’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign her guestbook at borekjennings.com

Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library
All Programs are intended for Fowlerville School District residents only unless otherwise stated.
Registration usually opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
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Phone: 517-223-9089

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The Library is now CLOSED for our big move! We’d like to remind our patrons that we have a reciprocating agreement with all of the Livingston County libraries; Brighton, Hamburg, Hartland, Howell, and Pinckney. Simply show them your Fowlerville Library Card and ID and they will issue you a card. We also have eBooks & audio eBooks available for you to download in the Axis 360 app while we’re closed. For more information on how to use the Axis 360 app, please visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org.

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Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins Wednesday, May 30th at 9:30am
The library staff will be set up with tables in front of the new library at 130 S. Grand Ave. on Wednesday, May 30th for Summer Reading Program Registration! Spaces in the Summer Reading Programs are limited, so come early to claim your spot! Registration for the Summer Reading Program will continue when the library reopens on June 15th.

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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: Friday, June 8th at 11am
Join us for our official ribbon-cutting ceremony and move into our new home! The New Home of the Fowlerville District Library may or may not be open for business, but we are excited and moving in! Our community-wide Grand Opening will follow in the Fall!

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Opening at 130 S. Grand Ave: Friday, June 15th at 9:30am
The library will be opening at its new location! Stop by and check out the beautiful new building. Our community-wide Grand Opening will follow in the Fall!

St. John’s Episcopal Church serving Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, June 15
The St. John’s Episcopal Church is serving a Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, June 15, from 5-7pm. Free will offering. Takeout is available for $8. The church is located at 504 Prospect Street, Howell.

Hudson Mills Old Power Club holding Antique Tractor Show on June 1-2-3
    The Hudson Mills Old Power Club is holding its 27th Annual Antique Tractor Show this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (June 1-2-3) at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds.
   The event offers a variety of activities that are designed to be family friendly and historically informative.
“This is our third year at Fowlerville,” said Jason Verbison, president of the club. “Before coming here, the event was held at the Hudson Mills Metro Park in Dexter.”
There will be three days of tractor pulls with modified tractors competing on Sunday. “We range from 50 to 150 tractors showing up,” said Verbison.
    New this year is a Garden Tractor Pull, put on by the Webberville FFA Alumni and scheduled for Sunday.
   Gas engines, many of them dating to the early 20th Century, will also be on display. “We’ll have working demonstrations showing how this early farm equipment was used,” he added. “We’ll show how an engine, using a belt, was used to saw wood. There’ll also be antique machines powering corn and feed grinders.”
    Garden Tractors and the Antique Tractors will also take part in several games, including ‘Push a Barrel.’ A Kids Pedal Pull, meanwhile, is planned for Saturday.
   In addition, the event features a Flea Market and Swap Meet, Arts & Crafts, a Bake Sale, Classic Cars & Trucks, a 50-50 Drawing, and an Oil Raffle sponsored by Corrigan Oil. Other highlights include a Kids Barrel Train that will provide rides to the younger attendees.
   Food and refreshments will be available as well.
   The show is open on Friday from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to dusk, and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entry to the event is $5 per vehicle.
     The club has around 65 members who reside in Livingston County and surrounding communities. Verbison is a second-generation member. “My father, John, is one of the founding members.”
   The club, he added, was started by Joe Chevalier who is still active.
    Later this year, an Antique Tractor Pull will be put on by the club for two days during the Labor Day weekend at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds. The club is also putting on the Pumpkin Pull at the Munsell Farms Farm Market, 6850 Mason Road, Fowlerville, on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6-7.

Fowlerville High School Class of 2018 to graduate this Sunday, June 3
   The Fowlerville High School Class of 2018 will graduate this Sunday, June 3. The Commencement Exercises will take place at the competition gymnasium, starting at 2 p.m.
    Over 200 seniors are expected to receive their diplomas, including 199 from the high school and the rest from the Fowlerville On-Line Learning Academy.
   The afternoon program begins with the Senior Processional, with the high school band—under the direction of William Vliek--playing Pomp and Circumstance. This will be followed by the singing of The Star Spangled Banner by the high school choir, a Welcome Address by the superintendent, Wayne Roedel, and the Presentation of the School Board by the board president, Mike Brown. High School Principal Bradford Lusk will be serving as the master of ceremonies.
    Caden Collins will give the Class Welcome, Hannah Brock and Hannah Kubiak will offer the Sponsor Thank You, Rachel Zhang will present his Salutatorian Address, and Brittany Bush will give her Valedictorian Address.
   Michaela Walker will introduce the guest speaker, Joshua York—a young man who, while attending Michigan State University, came up with the idea of creating and selling street-wear clothing and using some of the profits to help the homeless. He calls the endeavor the ‘York Project.’
   After this, the Presentation of Diplomas will occur with Mike Brown, Bradford Lusk, Assistant High School Principal Eric Diroff, Athletic Director Brian Osborn, and Grace Damerow, principal of the Fowlerville On-Line Learning Academy taking part.

Community-Wide Women’s Bible Studies Summer Sessions offered
    Unglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw Emotions, a 6-week video-based study by Lysa TerKeurst, is being offered this summer by Family Impact Centers. Filmed in Florence, Italy, and filled with personal examples and strong biblical teaching, Lysa shows us how we can process our emotions and resolve conflicts in ways that lead to a much more peaceful life.
    Two different options are available for participants: Monday evenings from 6:00 – 7:30 starting on June 18th and ending July 30th and Wednesday mornings from 9:30 – 11:00 beginning on June 20 and ending August 1st. Classes will not be held during the week of July 4th. Location is the Family Impact Wellness Center at 9430 W. Grand River Ave., west of Fowlerville.
    Cost for this class is $18. This fee covers both the participant’s guide (for notetaking during the DVD’s and discussion times as well as for each week’s personal studies) and her 192-page book, also entitled Unglued, which will be referred to between sessions. Scholarships are available if needed.
    To reserve your seat in this exciting and relevant Bible study, please call Barb at 517-223-4428 as soon as possible.

Saturday, May 19, 2018

Nancy Couse

   Nancy Couse, 51, of Fowlerville, MI, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018 surrounded by loved ones at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. She was the fiancé of Jeffry Lapham with whom she shared five years of love and support.
   Born in Saddlebrook, NJ, she was the youngest daughter of the late Walter and Virginia Weglarz. She graduated from Hancock High School in New York. Later in life, she worked as a stay-at-home mother and most recently worked at Curtis Grocery in the deli department.
    She enjoyed golfing whenever she could, making jewelry, vacations at the family cabin, good music, and socializing with all the good people around her. She will be remembered for her bright smile that lit up the room, her addictive laugh and sense of humor, and most of all, her loving nature that was uniquely Nancy. She was a wonderful spouse, mother, sister, aunt, and friend to all that knew her.
   Nancy is survived by her fiancé, Jeffry Lapham; her children, Frank and Tiana Couse; her stepchildren, Sara Lapham and Helen Lund; and all her friends and family.
   Services were held on May 18, 2018 at the Herrmann Funeral Home in Fowlerville. Visitation occurred from 9 – 11 a.m. The ceremony began at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Howard officiating. A luncheon followed at the Oak Lane Golf Course in Webberville.
    “And I loved deeper, and I spoke sweeter, and I gave forgiveness I’ve been denying, and he said someday I hope you get the chance, to live like you were dyin’” – Tim McGraw, Nancy’s favorite song.
     Please leave the family a condolence at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com

Memorial Day observances being held in Fowlerville & Webberville next Monday
   Memorial Day observances are being held next Monday, May 28, in Fowlerville and Webberville.
   A parade and ceremony will take place in Webberville starting at 8 a.m. The parade will line up at the high school and then proceed west on Grand River to the Veterans Monument at the Main 4 Corners. Services will then be conducted.
     At 10 a.m. the parade will start in Fowlerville. Participants will line up at Veteran’s Drive on the west end of town and then head east through the downtown to Greenwood Cemetery. Services will then be conducted at the site of the memorial cannon.
Kelly Lott, the Fowlerville Postmaster and a veteran, will emcee both services.

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Webberville High School Class of 2018 to graduate this Thursday, May 24
   The Webberville High School Class of 2018 will graduate this Thursday, May 24. The Commencement Exercises will take place at the Spartan Center, starting at 7 p.m. Thirty-three seniors are expected to receive their diplomas.
   The evening program begins with the Fanfare and Processional, with the high school band—led by Gary Franks--playing Pomp and Circumstance.
   A Welcome Address will be given by the high school principal Dr. Rebecca Batteen. The High School Choir Selection, led by Alex Ellul, will then perform The Star-Spangled Banner. Opening Presentation will then be offered by Kelsey Mayville, the class president. The band follows this with Concert Suite From ‘Dance with Wolves’, the final selection to be played by senior members.
     Benjamin Theriault will give the Salutatorian’s address, followed by the guest speaker, Robert Hoffman—a 1988 Webberville High alumnus, founder of Pay It Forward, and the voice of Wharton Center at Michigan State University.   Cassondra Jones will then offer the Valedictorian’s Address, followed by the Recognition of Seniors by Andrew Smith, the Secondary Principal. Next up is the high school choir who will sing A Blessing.
   The program then concludes with the Presentation of Diplomas by Amy Coe, the school board president; Brian Friddle, the superintendent; and Dr. Rebecca Batteen.

Parkinson’s Support Group to meet on May 29 at St. Joseph Mercy Livingston
The Livingston County Parkinson's Support Group will meet on Tuesday, May 29, at 4 p.m. in Community Room 2 of St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital, 620 Byron Road, in Howell. Park in the rear west parking lot and enter through the west entrance canopy. The speaker is Dr. Lazar, a chiropractor. After the formal presentation, an open discussion will take place. For more information, contact Dr. Stuart Blatt at sblatt63@gmail.com or at 810-923-8970.

Howell Garden Club to present evening of floral creativity on May 23
    Join the members of the Howell Garden Club for an evening of floral creativity this Wednesday, May 23, when Lisa Waud brings her presentation of the “Flower House”. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with a social hour, followed at 7 p.m. with the program. It will be held at the Livingston County Public Safety Complex, EMS, located at 1911 Tooley Rd., Howell—off of M-59.
   Lisa Waud is the founder and owner of Pot & Box, a floral design and horticultural décor studio in the Detroit area. Lisa has filled an abandoned Hamtramck house with American-grown fresh flowers (along with 37 designers and 100 volunteers), creating beauty from blight. Lisa has received international recognition for her creation.
    Her presentation describes the dream-come-true project from idea to exhibition. Discussion will be held on why this creation has proven to be so magnetic to so many people across the country. Her talk includes the planning and execution through the themes of risk taking, logistics and collaboration, and her power point of gorgeous images takes you along with Lisa on her journey.
    The public is invited to this event. It’s free, although donations are appreciated.

Saturday, May 12, 2018

May C. Pardee

    May C. Pardee of Fowlerville passed away peacefully at Medilodge of Howell on May 8, 2018. She was born in Wayne, Michigan and as a little girl moved with her family to Fowlerville.
    May was a homemaker and member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. She loved her family and friends, enjoyed traveling, and various kinds of crafts.
    She was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Ada Venaska; siblings, Charles, Fern and Russell; and husband, Leslie D. Pardee. She is survived by children: Edward (Marilyn) Pardee, Judy Pardee, Joyce (Dennis) McHale, Les (Sherry) Pardee, sister-in-law, Doris Venaska, many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews.
    Visitation will be on Monday, May 14, 2018 from 4-8 pm and Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 10 am before funeral services at 11 am at Herrmann Funeral Home with Pastor Diane Greble officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
    Memorial contributions can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, St. John’s Lutheran Church, or a charity of your choice. Please leave the family a condolence at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com.

Paul A. Schneider

   Paul A. Schneider, 87 of Elkader died Friday March 30, 2018, in Manchester, Iowa. Mass of Christian burial was held at St. Joseph’s Church in Elkader, where Paul spent many hours remodeling and updating various areas of the Church, Parish Hall, and Convent. This was a labor of love for Paul as his father and uncles performed all the woodwork when the original church was built in 1898.
   Paul Alfred Schneider was born October 22, 1930 at Elkader, Iowa. He was the son of Victor and Paula Daugs Schneider. Paul was a 1949 graduate of Elkader High School where he excelled at athletics, winning 44 straight football games. He then attended Iowa State University before enlisting in the US Air Force and served his country in Japan during the Korean War. In 1957 he married Mary “Jean” Havertape in Masonville, Iowa. To this union five children were born: Susan, Daniel, Ann, John and Timothy. Paul married Sara Larson of Williamston, MI in November 2001.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Jean and Dee, and two brothers, Victor and William.
   Paul took over Schneider Construction Co. from his father and continued the tradition of building quality homes, farm buildings, and commercial buildings in Elkader until 1982. He then became a Superintendent for Larson Construction of Independence, Iowa. Paul retired in 2002 and spent many retirement hours working in his woodshop constructing solid wood furniture. His many treasures can be found among his children, grandchildren, and friends.
    He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Sara Larson-Schneider of Williamston, Michigan; his children: Susan (Chuck) Hubbard, Daniel (Jackie) Schneider, Ann (Robert) Dover, John (Teresa) Schneider, and Timothy (Pam) Schneider; and his stepchildren: Liz (Reed) Davis, Kent Larson, Kurt (Loretta) Larson, Jan (Mark) Joseph, all of Williamston, Michigan, along with multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
   Paul’s Michigan Memorial Luncheon was on April 8 at Webberville United Methodist Church.
    His Iowa Memorial Service was held 11:00 am on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elkader, Iowa. Inurnment: St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Elkader, Iowa.

St. Joseph Mercy Livingston to host Hernia Night on May 31
    St. Joseph Mercy Livingston will host Hernia Night, a free informational evening for members of the community looking for relief to hernia-related symptoms, including nausea, pain or discomfort in the groin area, a bulge or pressure in the lower abdomen.
   The event will be held Thursday, May 31, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Mercy Livingston - Joe’s Java Café & Marketplace, 620 Byron Rd., Howell.
    Robotically-trained St. Joe's surgeons will be on hand to demonstrate the da Vinci™ Surgical System, discuss the latest, minimally invasive treatment options, and answer any questions. Free hernia screenings will also be available following the presentation.
     RSVP: For more information or to register, please call 810-494-6881.

Oak Grove church to re-open The Reach Out Barn on Monday, May 21
The Reach Out Barn (Helping Others Through Resale) will open on Monday, May 21, at 4:30 p.m. at the Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 6686 Oak Grove Rd, Howell (5 miles north of M-59). Barn Hours: Mondays & Thursdays from 4:30-7:30 p.m. & on Wednesdays & Fridays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (closed on holidays & in extreme weather). Clean and gently used donations are appreciated. Come see what we have to offer – we also feature a boutique area.
Proceeds from the Reach Out Barn help residents in need in Livingston County through Love INC. Questions? Please call the church office at 517-546-3942.

Michigan State Police Brighton Post to host Citizens’ Academy on June 6
    The Michigan State Police (MSP) Brighton Post is pleased to announce the second annual Citizens’ Academy, which will start June 6 and end July 25. The academy will meet Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and will give citizens the opportunity to become familiar with the mission and operation of the MSP, understand the procedures troopers follow, increase their awareness of law enforcement’s role in the community, and get to know personnel at the Brighton Post.
    The first week of the academy will meet at the Brighton State Police Post on Wednesday, June 6, at 6:00 p.m. coinciding with the Brighton Post’s celebration of MSP’s 100th Anniversary. A graduation ceremony will be held on Wednesday July 6. Individuals who are interested in attending the Citizens’ Academy should contact Trooper Olivia Sivy of the Brighton Post at 810-227-1051 or via email at sivyo@michigan.gov to receive an application.

Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast being served at Dansville Community Center
There will be lots of fun in Dansville on Memorial Day, May 28th and you won’t want to miss the annual Pancake Breakfast at the Dansville Community Center at 1317 Mason Street. We will be serving from 9-11am in the dining hall and breakfast will consist of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, applesauce and a variety of beverages. A free will offering is asked for your breakfast and will go to the Gal’s For Guatemala Mission Trip in 2019.

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Axis 360 will be temporarily unavailable May 19th& 20th
Please be aware that the Axis 360 app will be temporarily unavailable May 19th and 20th due to scheduled system maintenance by the developers.

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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Friday, June 8th at 11am
Join us for our official ribbon-cutting ceremony and move into our new home! The New Home of the Fowlerville District Library may or may not be open for business, but we are excited and moving in! Our community-wide Grand Opening will follow in the Fall!

Tickets on sale for 125th annual Fowlerville High Alumni Banquet
   Tickets are now on sale for the 125th annual Fowlerville High School Alumni Banquet. The event will be held on Saturday, June 9, at Fowlerville High School.
     A social hour will begin about 4pm with rooms available for the honored classes to meet. Pictures of the “honored classes” will begin at 5:15 p.m. in the auxiliary gym, followed by dinner at 6:30p.m. A program takes place after the meal is over.
    Tickets are available at either Reggie’s Barber & Beauty Shop, 127 N. Grand Avenue, or the Fowlerville News & Views, 206 E. Grand River. Tickets remain at $15 each. You are encouraged to purchase your tickets early. Tickets at the door will be $20.

Saturday, May 5, 2018

Glorian M. Bennett

    Glorian M. Bennett, 87 of Webberville, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2018. Glorian was born in rural Livingston County on May 20, 1930 to Milo and Ruby (Vogt) Chambers.
    Glorian was a homemaker and worked several jobs throughout the years, including being a Morrice Area School bus driver. She was a former member of Uncle Carl’s Dulcimer Club, playing a hammered dulcimer at local jams and was very interested in Family History. She loved music, dancing, swimming, camping and traveling. She was a member of United Brethren Church of Fowlerville.
    She married Francis Bennett on January 7, 1949. She is survived by her husband of 69 years and their four children: Connie (Alex) Paulsen of Wilmer, AL; Roy Bennett of Grand Rapids, MI; Patti (Rick) Koester of St Charles, MI; and John (Theresa) Bennett of Fowlerville, MI. Seven grandchildren: Tracy (Mike)Simon, Jason (Shelley) Amon, Abbie (Bill) Holt, Erica (Phil) Vincent, David (Jessica) Bossick, Adam Bossick, and Joshua Bennett. Five Step Grandchildren: Richard (Amy) Koester, Marcie (Robert) Kennedy, Laura Montle, Jason Koester, Daniel (Lizzy) Koester, and 30 great grandchildren.
   She was preceded in death by her parents, Milo and Ruby Chambers and her brother Cloyce and his wife Phyliss Chambers.
   Visitation was held on Monday, April 30, 2018, from 3 to 8 pm, and Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 10 am before funeral services at 11 am at Herrmann Funeral Home. Burial followed at Greenwood Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to United Brethren Church of Fowlerville. Please leave the family a condolence at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com

Mary Jean (Hart) Epley

    Mary Jean (Hart) Epley, 90, passed away on April 16, 2018. She was born on May 6, 1927 in Fowlerville to Lewis and Ilah (Converse) Hart. Jean loved being a homemaker to her large family. She lived 68 years in Westland following her Feb. 14, 1946 marriage to Samuel Epley. She was a 1944 graduate of Fowlerville High School.
   Mrs. Epley was preceded in death by her husband, Sam, in 1995; her son, Sam; and grandson, David Kerkhof. She is survived by five children and their spouses, daughter-in-law Diane, 17 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren with three on the way; and her sister, Betty Kane.
   She was very active in the Newburg United Methodist Church of Livonia where services were held on April 28. She was interred next to her beloved husband at Glen Eden Cemetery in Livonia.

Williamston Eagles Club holding live & silent auction on May 12
Have some fun at the Williamston Eagles Club on May 12! We are having both a live and silent auction featuring many new and gently used items and collectables. The doors open at 5:00pm for inspection the day of the sale. The auction begins at 6:00pm and goes until all items are sold. This is a fun family event and a favorite of all those who have attended our past auctions. Come early and bid late! (Auction item donations in good condition are accepted until Friday, May 11th at 9pm.)
There will be a cash bar and food available, no outside food or beverage allowed. Club is located at 835 High St, Williamston MI. Call for more information at (517) 655-6510 after 3:00pm.

Webberville United Methodist Church to serve Chicken Dinner on May 19
The Webberville United Methodist Church is having its monthly chicken dinner on Saturday, May 19, with oven fried chicken, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, vegetables and biscuits. The meal will include coffee, lemonade, and dessert. The dinner will be served 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $9 per adult, $4 for children 12 and under; pre-schoolers eat free. Webberville United Methodist Church is located on the corner of Holt Road and M-52.

Webberville FFA Plant Sale slated for Mother’s Day Weekend on May 11-13
The annual Webberville FFA plant sale is back on Mother’s Day Weekend at the chapter’s greenhouse next to Webberville High School. The sale takes place May 11-13. It will be open Friday 3pm -6pm and on Saturday and Sunday 10 am -2 pm. There are over 20,000 annuals and vegetables, along with over 700 perennials raised by FFA members and alumni.
The revenue from the sale goes towards the chapter’s career development activities and the expenses of sending FFA members to the National FFA Leadership Conference in Washington D.C.

Oak Grove United Methodist Church to hold rummage sale on May 18-19 Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 6686 Oak Grove Road, Howell (5 miles north of M-59) is having a 2-day rummage sale on Friday, May 18, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m. - noon. We are accepting donated items during the week (May 14-17). Please call the church at 517-546-3942 for more information about the sale or times to drop off items.

Dog Park in Howell holding Open House on Saturday, May 12
Come check out the Dog Park Open House on Saturday, May 12. During this event, anyone can come to the Dog Park with their dog and check out the park free of charge. This event is free to all but all dogs must have the proper paperwork with them to be able to use the dog park (paper copy of dog license & proof of rabies, distemper, and bordetella shots). The Dog Park is located at 400 S. Highlander Way Rd, Howell.

Fowlerville Garden Club holding Perennial Sale on Saturday, May 12
The Fowlerville Garden Club will be holding their annual perennial sale on Saturday, May 12, from 9 am. until 12 pm. in the parking lot of the new library location at 130 S. Grand Ave. Most plants are priced at $1- $3. For more information call 734.891.7606.

Millville United Methodist Church holding rummage sale on May 18-19
There will be a Rummage Sale at Millville United Methodist Church on Friday, May 18, 9am-5pm and Saturday, May 19, 9am-4pm in the fellowship hall for our Gals For Guatemala trip in 2019. Come rain or shine-all inside! Lots of bargains, but no pre-sales! Millville UMC is located at 1932 N. M-52, which is 5 miles north of Stockbridge or 9 miles south of I-96 on M-52. For more information contact the church at 517-851-7853.

Livingston Dems hosting film on Ruth Bader Ginsburg at Howell Theater
    The life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, only the second woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, will be the subject of a movie being released in select theaters nationally this month. Livingston County Democrats are sponsoring a week-long run of the film in Howell.
    RBG, by Magnolia Pictures, tells the life story of the justice who has developed a large following of fans based on her life-long record of fighting against sex discrimination. Despite her popularity, few know of the hardships Ginsburg met and conquered throughout her legal career, including having difficulty finding a job despite graduating tied for first in her class at Columbia Law School.
    The film will be shown at the Historic Howell Theater, 315 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, from May 25-May 31, with showtimes at 4:15 p.m. and 7 p.m.
    Tickets are $8 and may be purchased in advance from the party to help defray the cost of the sponsorship. The office will be open from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Tickets may also be purchased at the theater before each showing.
    For more information, call 810-229-4212 or email livcodems@gmail.com.

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The Library will be closed for the big move beginning Monday, May 7th. We’d like to remind our patrons that we have a reciprocating agreement with all of the Livingston County libraries; Brighton, Hamburg, Hartland, Howell, and Pinckney. Simply show them your Fowlerville Library Card and ID and they will issue you a card. We also have eBooks & audio eBooks available for you to download in the Axis 360 app while we’re closed. For more information on how to use the Axis 360 app, please visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org.

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Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins Wednesday, May 30th at 9:30am
The library staff will be set up with tables in front of the new library at 130 S. Grand Ave. on Wednesday, May 30th for Summer Reading Program Registration! Spaces in the Summer Reading Programs are limited, so come early to claim your spot! Keep an eye on the Fowlerville News & Views for information about more possible registration days as we get closer to summer.

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