Wayne Lawrence Bowers

    His Legacy… Wayne Lawrence Bowers, surrounded by family, wrapped up 89 years of tinkering, fixing, hunting, driving, and never paying someone else to do a job he could do himself on June 26, 2026.

    Born on May 20, 1937, in Durand, Michigan, to Lawrence and Thelma (Conrad) Bowers. Wayne met the love of his life, Doris Schultz, in 8th grade, and they married on Valentine’s Day in 1959 at First Methodist Church in Fowlerville. It was one of the best decisions he ever made, a partnership that lasted 67 years.

    Wayne proudly served in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1958. His military service was a source of pride throughout his life.

    Wayne wasn’t one to waste words. He let his actions do the talking. Whether he was helping family, fixing a neighbor’s car, or lending a hand, his quiet compassion spoke louder than any speech ever could.

    For 40 years, Wayne traveled around the Midwest as an owner-operator truck driver, hauling goods from one destination to the next. Once the truck was parked at home, he spent much of his time outdoors or in the garage. Hunting season, snowmobiles, ATV rides with the family, and just about anything that involved fresh air made for a good day.

    His favorite hobby, however, was restoring classic cars. He owned five cherished classics, including a 1937 Ford four-door sedan and a 1937 Chevrolet pickup. To Wayne, the fun wasn’t just owning them; it was restoring them to their former glory. One bolt, one part, and one Saturday afternoon at a time. His garage became a gathering place where the family learned about engines, patience, and the satisfaction found in working with their hands.

    If your vehicle had a strange noise, there was a good chance Wayne could fix it. He proudly served as the unofficial family mechanic for many years.

    Wayne also had a soft spot for animals, especially his beloved dogs, Tess and Cash, who were never far from his side.

    More than anything else, Wayne leaves behind a family that was built with the same care and dedication he gave to everything else in life. Though he may have been a man of few words, the life he lived said more than enough.

    His Family… Wayne will be missed by his loving wife, Doris Bowers; his children, Shari (Michael) Sandel and Pamela (Rick) Bowers-Beach; sister, Bonnie (Bob) Delaney; grandchildren, Ashley (Neil) Prang, Heather Sandel, Michael (Jaclynn) Sandel, Jennifer (Bret) Wakeman, Rebecca (Mark) Beach, Haylee (Denton) Beach-Curry; great grandchildren, Tyler (Jen) Prang, Addison Prang, Andre Prang, Dean Wakeman, Jack Wakeman, Landen Budden, Keegan Budden, Aria Budden, Brayden Curry, Thomas Corden; special nephew Butch and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Thelma Bowers, and brother, Basil Bowers.

    His Farewell… Wayne’s family and friends gathered from 3 PM to 8 PM, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Borek Jennings Funeral Homes in Fowlerville, Michigan. His Community Farewell was held at 11 AM, Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Borek Jennings Funeral Homes in Fowlerville (Gathering began at 10 AM). Martin “Rusty” Wakeman served as celebrant. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association and K-9’s for Warriors. Please leave a message of comfort for Wayne’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

 Chelsea House Orchestra to perform at Williamston Concert Series on July 9th

    The Chelsea House Orchestra returns to the McCormick Park bandshell on Thursday July 9 - 7pm for the Williamston Concert Series. A fan favorite, the energetic group from Chelsea High School brings strings, rhythms and celtic drums for an highly entertaining concert. CHO completed a tour of the British Isles last year, and a Michigan "Up North" concert tour this summer.

    CHO is sponsored by Ray and Ann Lemmen. Concessions by The Williamston Area Senior Center. 2026 Patrons include the Williamston Rotary, Custom Built Design and Remodelling, Granger Waste Services and Xfinity/Comcast.

    Concerts are in the Downtown Social District for purchase of adult beverages.

 Reach Out barn at Oak Grove United Methodist Church open for summer

    The Reach Out Barn at Oak Grove United Methodist Church is open for the summer! Come see what we have for sale. The resale barn is located in the back left corner of the church’s parking lot. Income from sales goes to Love INC to help their clients. Barn hours are Mondays and Thursdays: 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Come and shop for treasures or necessities! Please leave donated items during hours or in the drop-off box by the barn.

Livingston County Wildlife & Conservations holding Meat Bingo

    Livingston County Wildlife & Conservation Club's Meat Bingo will be held on July 10th. It's on the 2nd Friday of every month. Doors open at 5:30. Play starts @ 7pm with 21 games. $20 will get your 4 cards and a bonus card. Must be 18 to enter. Food and drinks available for purchase. Bring your friends. Lots of fun. 6060 E M 36 Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 810-231-1811 for more info.

Big Red Barrel will be at Recycle Livingston in Howell on July 11th

    The Big Red Barrel will be at Recycle Livingston in Howell from 9am-1pm on Saturday, July 11th, 2026. We will be collecting sharps and medication. This is a free service. No questions asked. Put pills in a zip lock container, they can be mixed together. We prefer not to have the medicine container. Keep liquid medications separate. Dump into a zip lock bag with enough paper towel to soak up the liquid. Needles must be the proper disposal container, either purchased from a pharmacy or use a plastic laundry detergent bottle. Reseal the bottle and tape it. Do your part to keep medications from being abused. Do not flush unused medication. The Big Red Barrel Project is part of Livingston County Community Alliance

Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned for new Fire & Ice Depot District July 13th

    The City of Howell will host a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Fire & Ice Depot District on Monday, July 13, at 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend the celebration, which will highlight the community’s newest destination: an ice-skating pavilion. The ribbon-cutting event will include refreshments, guided tours of the new pavilion, photo opportunities, and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the project's vision, explore the new space, and hear from community leaders who are bringing the Fire & Ice Depot District to life.

 Webberville United Methodist Church serving Chicken Dinner on July 18th

    The Webberville United Methodist Church, located 4215 E. Holt Rd., is serving a ‘drive through’ Chicken Dinner on Saturday, July 18th. The dinner includes two pieces oven fried chicken, mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, green beans, corn casserole, coleslaw, roll and cookies. All for $12. Dinner served 5 to 7 pm or until we run out.

 Fowlerville District Library

Upcoming Events

Monday – Wednesday: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday: 9:30 am to 8:00 pm

Friday: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

For any questions, or to register for programs, call us at                517-223-9089

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KIDS & FAMILY

Family Storytime (Ages 1-5)

For families with “littles” to learn, play and grow through a variety of stories, songs, rhymes, movements, and activities. Playtime and crafts included! 

Tues ● 10-11am

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Toddler Storytime (Ages 0-3)

A storytime for the “littlest littles” to learn, play, and grow through a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movements that appeal to short attention spans. 

Wed ● 10-11am

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Kids Club (Ages 6-12)

All the fun of Lego Club, but with more! Now you can play a game, complete a craft or activity, and still build with your favorite bricks. 

Thurs.● 4pm

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Spark Club (Ages 10-13 only)

Find your spark in a variety of creative ways at one of these programs just for pre-teens (sorry, no younger siblings allowed) *Individual registration is required for each program. 6/24 Pompom mosaics, 7/8 DIY Bath Bombs, 7/22 Beaded Succulents. 

Wednesdays ● 2pm

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Graphic Novel Book Club

Read the book and then come to discuss it. Snacks provided. Books are available at the front desk and are yours to keep. We will be discussing DINO MIGHTY by Doug Paleo. 

Mon, July 27 ● 4pm

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Book Boxes (All ages)

Fill out the online form by visiting the events page on our website. Let the librarians pick a surprise selection of books for you. Register the first two weeks of every month to get next month’s box, which will be ready to pick up the first of the following month.

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Reading Dragons (All Ages)

Game on! Read to earn creature cards to collect and play games! Can you collect them all? Stop by the library to grab a reading log and a starter set to begin your adventure.

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Reading with Remington (Ages 6-12)

Read a story to Remington the dog! Pick out a short story or a few chapters to read to Remington. Time slots will be assigned first come, first served. 

Mon, July 13 & Aug 10 ● 1-2pm

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Live Homework Help

Free with your library card! Log on to HelpNow, click “Live Help”, Enter subject and grade level and enter the online classroom for expert assistance. You can find a link on our homepage.

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Sensory Playtime (Ages 2-5)

This is a drop-in playtime filled with unstructured, sensory fun! Watch your littles use their imaginations to turn everyday things into toys. Caregiver supervision is required. 

Friday, July 17 ● 10-11am

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TEENS

Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 12-18)

Come play D&D 5th Edition! No prior experience needed.

Wednesdays ● 2:30-5pm

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Switch Free Play (Ages 10-18)

Open gaming time with the library's Switch.

Fridays ● 2:30-5 pm

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ADULTS

Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board will meet to discuss library business, the public is invited and encouraged to attend. 

Thurs, July 16 ● 6pm

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Writer’s Group Meeting

Are you an established or aspiring author? You are not alone. There are many writers in Fowlerville and the surrounding areas. We will meet in the historical room. 

Fri. July 17 ● 11am

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Patriotic Paint Party

Join us to paint a patriotic picture under the guidance of the ever-popular Sarah Elaine. Registration is open. Spaces are limited. 

July 23 ● 6pm

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Cardmaking (Adults)

Enjoy camaraderie and cards at this popular program. You will make four different cards to take home. All supplies included. Registration is required. Sign ups are open. 

Thurs, July 16 ● 6:00 pm & Fri, July 17 ● 11 am

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Scrapbooking (Adults)

Make the most of your memories and join us for a fun day of scrapbooking your favorite photos. Stay the whole time or for just a few hours. Everyone gets their own table. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. 

Sat. July 18 ● 10:30 – 3:30pm

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Shelf Indulgence Book Club (Adults)

Members take turns facilitating discussions. Come and enjoy some literary camaraderie! Register to get a free copy of the book, while supplies last. Registration begins one month before each scheduled meeting. Next meeting, we will discuss RIVER IS WAITING by Wally Lamb. 

Thurs, July 16 ● 2-3pm

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Sewing (Adults)

Bring your sewing machine and learn from a master seamstress. All levels of skill are welcome. Registration is required. 

Wed, July 15 ● 5:30pm & Fri, July 10 ● 10-2 pm

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Holistic Wellness (Adults)

Lyndsey Johnson from Natural Roots and Wellness presents workshops for promoting health and vitality through holistic practice. In this class, we will discuss gut health for prevention of illness and proper nourishment. Registration is required. 

Mon, July 6 ● 5pm

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Heartfulness Relaxation & Meditation (Adults)

Join us for a meditation session to help you de-stress, find inner calm, improve sleep and for general emotional well being. This one hour session is free and will put you in a meditative state. Registration is required, as space is limited.

Tues, July 21 ● 5:30pm

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Scott Ellsworth Best Selling Author (Adults)

Join us for a special evening with this New York Times bestselling author. He is a former historian at the Smithsonian Institution and has written about American History for The New York Times, The Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times. For tonight’s talk, he will be speaking about his latest release MIDNIGHT ON THE POTOMAC: THE LAST YEAR OF THE CIVIL WAR, THE LINCOLN ASSISSINATION AND THE REBIRTH OF AMERICA. 2 Dandelions Bookshop from Brighton will be on hand with copies of his book for those interested. 

Thursday, July 9 ● 6pm

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Urban Pole Walking (Adult)

Learn the basics and benefits of pole walking by joining the Fowlerville Pole & Stroll Group (Loaner poles are available).

Monday & Wednesday mornings. ● 9am

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Crafting Palooza

Join Liz and Mary for a chance to make 4 different make and take crafts, while supplies last. No registration required, just come and make what you like. 

Thurs, July 30 ● 6pm

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Repair Cafe

Don’t throw it away! Bring your broken items here for repair and advice from handymen. 

Sat, Aug 22 ● 10-12

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Fiber Arts Lounge

Spend some time with other fiber artists. Bring your latest project and share your passion for an hour or two. We will meet by the fireplace, as space allows. 

Thurs, Aug 6 ● 6 pm. Registration is not required.

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Fowlerville Area Historical Society Meeting

The Historical Society will meet here. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. 

Thurs, Aug 6 ● 6pm

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Did You Know?

Did you know that we are a food collection location for the Family Impact Center? Non-perishable foods may be dropped off in the cafe area, and we thank you!

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A Friendly Reminder

We are happy to be fine-free, however after a book is 8 weeks overdue, the item will be withdrawn from our system and can no longer be returned. A library lost/replacement fee will be applied to the account. Please return your items on time so that others can enjoy them too.

 U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America to perform at Williamston concert July 2

    The Williamston Summer Concert Series rolls into July with an outstanding talent - Roots in Blue - The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America, Chicago. This 7-piece band of USAF travels each summer, entertaining crowds across the midwest. Williamston is fortunate to include them on the schedule for this Thursday, July 2nd.

    Concerts are each Thursday, 7pm in McCormick Park.

    This concert is sponsored by Xfinity/Comcast. 2026 patrons include Williamston Rotary, Custom Built Design & Remodeling, Granger Waste Service and Xfinity.

    Concessions by The Williamston Area Senior Center.

    Concerts are within the Downtown Social District. Please patronize one of the 4 downtown restaurants for a "drink-to-go."

 Livingston County Genealogical Society to meet July 2nd at Howell church

    The Livingston County Genealogical Society will hold an in-person meeting, Thursday, July 2nd at 7pm at the First United Methodist Church in Howell, 1230 Bower Street. We will also offer a zoom link to this meeting; the link may be found on our Facebook page the week of the meeting. All are welcome. Derek Blount will present– “The Revolutionary War and the Birth of a Nation.”