Saturday, June 27, 2020

Deadline to register for Open Class competition at fair is 
July 1st
    There are just a few days left to submit registration for Open Class competition for the Fowlerville Family Fair, scheduled for July 27-August 1.  The deadline is Wednesday, July 1; registration fees and forms must be submitted by this date.  Organizers continue to plan the county-wide Fair, working hard to safely offer many different kinds of fun for all ages in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.  Continue to watch the News & Views for updates from the Fair Board.
   Very popular areas of interest in the Open Class competition are the foods classes.  Both baking and canning are always very popular.  The classes are open to both youth and adult; see the fair book for the details.
    With the state-wide quarantine, many people are baking more, both to remain safe at home and as a way to fill the many hours of the day.  Now is the time to choose the items you most enjoy preparing and bring them to the fair.  You must register in advance of the fair---this means you can practice and refine your creations; you may even win first prize, and the cash award that goes with it.  There are also second- and third-prize ribbons and cash awards.  Cookies, breads, cakes and pies are all welcome in competition, and always a delight for fairgoers to see on display under the grandstand. 
    Even before Coronavirus, canning and preserving has had a resurgence in popularity.  Canning supplies have increased in sales for the past decade as well as vegetable gardening and bulk purchasing from farms and markets.  Jams and jellies are among the most popular; canners also bring in fruits and vegetables, pickles and relishes, soups, salsa, even meat.  Dried foods are included in this division.  Canning requires a fair amount of work---having a winning ribbon attached to it brings delight to even a long-time canner.
    Consider joining in the competition with any creation you've made:  Fine Arts or Folk Arts, Woodworking, Photography, Floriculture and Horticulture, Sewing and Quilting, Knitting and other needlework, Creative Writing, Hobbies, Arts and Crafts, Inventions and Robotics---it's all a great way to showcase your own personal interests and talents, and to participate in the 2020 Fowlerville Family Fair.  
Williamston Area Senior Center to begin re-opening
    Because of the Covid-19 emergency, the Williamston Area Senior Center has been closed since March 17.  We are proud to announce that the Senior Center will be taking steps to slowly re-open the Center for services to our area seniors.  Please check our website williamstonseniorctr.com or our Facebook for specific announcements of activities as we will begin to resume our normal activities.
     Our first activity will be a Senior Picnic to be held on Tuesday, July 14, at McCormick Park from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Lunch will be provided consisting of hot dogs, chips, bottle water and dessert, starting at noon. Please bring a lawn chair and get re-acquainted with your fellow seniors.  Reservations are a must!  Please call 517-655-5173 and leave a voice message.  Please call before July 10th to make your reservation.  Covid-19 Guidelines will be Enforced – wearing proper face covering, social distancing.  Hand sanitizer and disinfectant will be provided on the premises.  
    Our second re-opening activity will be chair exercise at the Center either one or two days a week depending on the demand.  These activities will be limited to 10 seniors at a time.  Specifics will be announced in the very near future.   
    Notice:  Because of the Covid-19 emergency the Senior Citizen field trip scheduled for Turkeyville, on Friday July 24, has been cancelled. 
Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers to deliver to Fowlerville seniors
    The Meals on Wheels program needs volunteers!  We would love the opportunity for you to be part of our team. This is a commitment of 1-2 hours of your time as little or as often as your schedule will allow. Once a month, once a week, temporary or on a continuous basis.  YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! 
     For more information please call Lucy @ 810-632-2155 or email info@lwmow.org 
Fowlerville District Library offering Curbside Pickup & Virtual Programs
    All Summer Reading Classes are intended for Fowlerville School District residents. Call (517) 223-9089 for more information, or checkout our Facebook Page
    We are now offering curbside pickup and have virtual programs coming up. All summer programs will be held virtually via Zoom, Facebook Live or YouTube. Program descriptions, virtual location, and details on how to register for each program are below. (There will be no in-person programs through August.)
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Curbside pickup extended to full hours. The building is still closed to the public.
   Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7pm
   Friday: 9:30am-5pm
   Saturday: 10am-2pm
   Step 1: You can make requests: by calling the library directly, emailing us or make your holds through the FDL’s card catalog (Max 10 items)
   Step 2: One hour after your request has been made, please come to the Library and park in the curbside pickup designated parking located in front of the side yard.
   Step 3: From your car, call the Library and someone will come out with your requested materials.
   Step 4: Please present your library card or driver's license and your materials will be given to you.
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Imagine Your Story Summer Reading Program is Open
    Registration opens on July 1st for the second week of classes. Please sign up through email at Info@fowlervillelibrary.org or through Facebook PM. For all the details on how to participate and the printable reading logs visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.net. Details also available on our Facebook page. All classes are held virtually through Zoom.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Honest Yoga at with the Library: Every other Thursday June 18th-August 20that 9:30am via--Zoom
Adults. Join Erin Wade RYT, owner of Honest Yoga for Gentle Yoga via the Library and Zoom. Gentle Yoga is for adults of all ages through modifications and props. Please register for the class with your email address through info@fowlervillelibrary.org or a Facebook personal message to the Library. Zoom invitations are sent out the day before the class.
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Zoom Tea and Chocolate Writer’s Group: Once a week on Wednesdays at 2:30pm for 8 weeks-- begins July 8th
Adults. Do you want feedback on your work-in-progress from other writers? This is the group for you!  Feel free to bring a 1-page sample of a current project for feedback. This program will be provided via Zoom and registration is required by Facebook PM or email. Space is limited to 8 spaces. Zoom links will be sent out the day before each meeting.
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Turn the Page: Author Talk:  Thursday, July 23rd at 6pm via—Zoom 
Adults. Get an in-depth look at Michigan's rock legend, Bob Seger from author Edward Balian of Turn the Page. Learn about the music, tours, band, and personal life of Bob Seger. This program will be provided via Zoom and registration is required by Facebook PM to the library or by email at info@fowlervillelibrary.org.  Zoom links will be sent out the day before the program.
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Patriotic Book Page Wreath: Thursday, July 30th at 6pm via—Zoom 
Adults. In commemoration of this year's Livingston Reads choice, we will be creating patriotic wreaths. A craft kit will be available for pick up during curbside service starting the week of the program.  Basic supplies and instruction will be provided,some items to be provided by patrons. Please see the flyer on our website or Facebook for details. Come craft along with Jen the instructor live, or the video will be on our YouTube channel afterward. Please register through Facebook PM or by email at info@fowlervillelibrary.org. Zoom invitations will be sent out the day before the program.
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Follow us on Facebook: @fowlervillelibrary or visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org.Email any questions to:info@fowlervillelibrary.org 

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Ellen Marie Eisele
    Ellen Marie Eisele of Sturgis, Michigan passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020 at her home.
     She was born March 20, 1962 in Fowlerville, Michigan daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Eisele.
     She was the salutatorian of Fowlerville High School, Class of 1980.  Ellen was a proud graduate of Michigan State University and continued her education at Western Michigan University earning her Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education.
     Ellen was a teacher at the Sturgis Middle School for 30 years.
     Ellen loved laughing and spending time with her family.  She raised a small flock of chickens and shared their Green and White and brown eggs and delightful antics. She enjoyed Broadway musicals and good food.  Ellen’s passion was teaching middle schoolers and finding math applications in everyday situations. She was an active participant and Reader at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis.
    Ellen was preceded in death by her parents and brother, George Eisele.
     She is survived by her brother: Fr. James Eisele of Grand Ledge; sisters: Barbara (Joseph) Parker of Fowlerville, Margaret (David) Wochaski of Kalamazoo, and Janelle (Charles) Lowry of Anna, Ohio; nine nieces and nephews: Nathan (Catherine), Scott, Isaac, Marie, Bridget and Thomas Parker, and Deanna, Grant and Raymond Lowry and two great nephews: Malachi and Gideon Parker.
     The family received friends from 7:00-9:00 P.M. Thursday, June 18th at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis where a scripture service began at 7:30 P.M.  The family also received friends from 10:00-11:00 A.M. Friday, June 19th at the church followed by the Funeral Mass that began at 11:00 A.M.  The Rev. Father James Eisele presided at the Mass.  The Funeral Mass was live streamed on the Holy Angels Facebook page.  
     Interment was taking place at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, June 20th at the Eisele Catholic Cemetery located south of Fowlerville, please park on Munsell Road and be careful of traffic.  Please wear a mask if attending the services.
     The Hackman Family Funeral Homes, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, 269-651-2331 was entrusted with the arrangements.
     The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Ellen’s memory consider the Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 or the Ellen Eisele Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o: Sturgis Community Foundation, 310 N. Franks Ave., Sturgis, MI 49091 or at https://form.jotform.com/SturgisFoundation/EiseleMemorialScholarship
     The obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com where we encourage family and friends to leave memories and condolences for the family.
Russell Bird Bloom
    Russell Bird Bloom, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Webberville, Michigan.  Born November 7, 1939 in Williamston to Robert and Ruth (Bickford) Bloom, Russell was a lifelong Webberville resident known for his ability to learn and master any skill or job.  He worked as a farmer, with pigs, dairy cows, and crops for many years in addition to a variety of other jobs outside farming. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, and collecting antique tractors.
    He was preceded in death by his wife, Maryann Bloom in 2015; his parents; and his siblings, Louise Cooper and Helen Towersey.
     Russell will be lovingly remembered by his children, Russell (Teresa) Bloom, Kelly (Brian) Davis, Robert (Caroline) Bloom, Jillynn (Bill) Oesterle, and Debbie (Scott) Grajewski; his 12 grandchildren; his 14 great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Joe Bloom, Nancy (Glen) Ruder, Joann McCrum, and Judy Bloom.
    Due to Covid-19 restrictions, private funeral services will be held for the family, with interment to follow in Bell Oak Cemetery in Webberville.
    Memorial contributions may be made to the Webberville Gardening Society. Arrangements by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes-Williamston Chapel.
Mark D. Starkel
    Mark D. Starkel was born in Flint, Michigan on September 27, 1950.  He passed away peacefully in his home in Fowlerville on June 12, 2020, surrounded by his family.  
    He is survived by his wife Lou Ann, daughter Shellly Starkel, son Derrick Starkel, and step-son Devon Wadsworth, brother Greg Starkel and his little dog Sheila.  He was preceded in death by his father Paul Starkel and his mother Jean and step-father Bill Roenicke.  
     Mark enjoyed listening and collecting music, camping with friends and watching NASCAR races.  
    Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home.  Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com 
U.S. Census workers now in the field dropping off information packets
    Just as the state begins reopening, the U.S. Census field offices are reopening as well. Following a closure due to COVID-19, census workers are now in the field dropping off information “Update/Leave” packets for households that only receive PO box mail delivery. These responses are considered self-response and will be included in the reported response rates.
     Self-responses will be collected through Oct. 31, and Census workers will begin visiting households for non-response follow-up beginning on Aug. 11. Additional reminders are also scheduled to be mailed out this month and in July. 
Livingston County Republicans to host Primary Candidate Forum
    The Livingston County Republican Party (LCRP), will moderate a candidate forum for the Republican candidates running in the 47th State House primary, the Livingston County Prosecutors primary, and the primaries for Livingston County Commissioner in districts 2, 5 and 8.
    The forum for the 47th State House race and the Livingston County Prosecutor’s race will be live-streamed on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, to the Livingston County Republican Party’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/LivingstonGOP. The forum for the 47th State House will begin at 6:00 pm, and the forum for the Livingston County Prosecutor’s race will start at 7:30 pm.
    The forums for the candidates running for Livingston County Commissioner in districts 2, 5, and 8 will be recorded on the evening of June 30, 2020, and uploaded to the Livingston County Republican Party’s Facebook page at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.
    Mike Murphy, Livingston County Sheriff and former Chair of the Livingston County Republican Party will serve as the moderator for all five forums.
    All Republican candidates running in their prospective races have been invited to participate.
    For additional information related to the forum, please contact Joseph Riker, Vice-chair of the Livingston County Republican Party at rikerjoe85@outlook.com.
Fowlerville District Library offering Curbside Pickup & Virtual Programs
    All Summer Reading Classes are intended for Fowlerville School District residents. Call (517) 223-9089 for more information, or checkout our Facebook Page
    We are now offering curbside pickup and have virtual programs coming up. All summer programs will be held virtually via Zoom, Facebook Live or YouTube. Program descriptions, virtual location, and details on how to register for each program are below. (There will be no in-person programs through August.)
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Curbside Pickup
Hours: 10am-3pm, Monday-Friday
   Step 1: Call or email your requests. You can also request material through the FDL’s card catalog.
   Step 2: One hour after your request has been made, please come to the Library and park in the curbside pickup designated parking located in front of the side yard.
   Step 3: From your car, call the Library and someone will come out with your requested materials. 
   Step 4: Please present your library card or driver's license and your materials will be given to you.
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Summer Reading Kick off 
Thornapple Woodlands: Available June 22nd – July 28th via—YouTube
All Ages – Celebrate Summer Kick Off with Thornapple Woodlands! Learn about the different types of bees and their roles in our world as well as how bees process nectar into honey. You will also get to see an observational bee hive in this video by Don Snoeyink from Thornapple Woodlands.
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Announcing—Imagine Your Story Summer Reading Program!
   Registration opens on June 22nd for the first week of classes. Please sign up through email at Info@fowlervillelibrary.org or through Facebook PM. For all the details on how to participate and the printable reading logs visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.net. Details also available on our Facebook page. All classes are held virtually through Zoom
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June Virtual Programs
Honest Yoga at the Library: Every other Thursday June 18th-August 20th at 9:30am via--Zoom
Adults. Join Erin Wade RYT, owner of Honest Yoga for Gentle Yoga via the Library and Zoom. Gentle Yoga is for adults of all ages through modifications and props. Please register for the class with your email address through info@fowlervillelibrary.org or a Facebook personal message to the Library.
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The Tootsie Roll Lady—An Author Talk: Thursday, June 25th at 6pm via --Facebook LiveAdults and Teens. Join us in welcoming local author, Mary B Grimm, to the Fowlerville District Library through Facebook Live. She will talk about and answer questions regarding her book The Tootsie Roll Lady, a memoir on her experiences with mental illness, alcoholism, and faith. 2019 edition books will be available for purchase, but location and times are to be announced.
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Follow us on Facebook: @fowlervillelibrary or visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org. Email any questionsto:info@fowlervillelibrary.org. 

Saturday, June 13, 2020

Wilfried Hamann
     Former Fowlerville resident and Wesley Chapel, FL snowbird, Wilfried Hamann (84), passed away May 23, 2020 of cancer at his home in Mt. Holly, NC.
     Wilfried was born October 27 in Lassahn, Germany to Dora (Koner) and Ernst Hamann. In 1954 he came to the United States and worked as mechanic. He met Jean Ann Mack and was married in 1961. For 28 years he worked at General Motors, starting as a die maker and finishing as a foreman.
     After retiring, he and Jean Ann traveled all over America. When they were not traveling, they were always doing “something” for “someone.” Hobbies included stained glass and most recently model trains. If someone needed something, he was the one to call, as he was best known for “being able to fix or build anything.”
      He is survived by his daughter, Deb (Kevin) Short and son Duane (Sarah) Hamann, both of Fowlerville; brother, Hans Hamann of Germany; as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren.
     Preceding him were his parents, his wife Jean Ann Hamann, along with  2 sisters and 2 brothers.
     Donations may be made to Gaston County Hospice, North Carolina,  www.caromonthealth.org/Locations/Hospice/Gaston-Hospice/Donate.aspx
Or Gulfside Hospice, Florida www.gulfside.org/make-a-gift-lp.html 
Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Hune
   Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Hune, age 86, passed away June 5, 2020. Born July 9, 1933 in Wayne, MI to Lawrence and Ella (Sessions/Shier) DeTroyer.  She was employed by The State of Michigan, first at Hillcrest State Hospital and then transferred to Northville State Hospital where she happily retired after 25+ years of service. 
    Betty’s passions included collecting treasures from garage sales, beautiful flower gardens, and spending time with her sewing machine. 
    She is survived by her children: David (Kim) Hune, Linda (Perry) Donaldson, Laura (Matt) Shreve, Andrew Hune, and brother John (Kris) DeTroyer, 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Mario Hune, granddaughter Sara Donaldson and brother Lawrence (Larry) DeTroyer. 
     A graveside service has already taken place at Greenwood Cemetery in Fowlerville on June 10, 2020. A special thank you to Peggy Geer and everyone at Geer Adult Foster Care for all of their loving care. Donations in Betty’s name can be made to Hospice of Lansing Stoneleigh, 3411 Stoneleigh Dr., Lansing, MI 48910. Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home.  Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com
Nonpartisan Website to feature Candidate and Ballot Information for August 4 Primary
   Concerns about the Corona Virus Pandemic and resulting limits on the number of people being able to gather together will provide a challenge to local candidates who wish to reach out to constituents prior to the August 4, 2020 primary election. 
   To assist the community in locating information on each candidate as well as ballot proposals in the primary election, the League of Women Voters of Michigan (LMV), and the Brighton-Howell Unit of the League of Women Voters of the Ann Arbor Area are providing an online voter guide called Vote411.  
   The voter guide which can be found on line at  vote411.org will go live on June 20, 2020.  It will be available to the Livingston County community so they may learn more about the candidates prior to the August 4th primary.
   Each candidate is invited via email, to contribute pertinent information on their views and positions by June 16, 2020.  In addition, candidates have the option of submitting their photograph. The unedited responses of each candidate will be published on the website.
    Candidates who do not respond by June 16, will have: “Candidate did not respond” listed in their biography space.  
   The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization, which does not support or oppose candidates or political parties.  We encourage informed and active participation in government, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
   All candidates in the upcoming primary election are encouraged to add their information to the vote411.org website. Any candidate who did not receive an email from the LWV and would like their views and information to  be included on the website should contact Jennifer Cote at  jwantycote@gmail.com
   In addition to candidate profiles, biographies and question responses, municipal and school proposals that will appear on the August 4th ballot will also be posted on the vote411.org site. In addition to seeing the candidate’s responses and what’s on your ballot, viewers can check their voter registration, find your polling place, and discover upcoming debates in your area. 

Saturday, June 6, 2020

Eleanor Louise Frazier
    Eleanor Louise Frazier, age 91 of Fowlerville, Michigan, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, June 2, 2020. Born on February 4, 1929 in Lansing, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late William and Alma (Lange) Krueger. 
     Eleanor grew up in Lansing, and in her early 20s went to flight attendant school in which she then flew for Continental Airlines for 26 years. She always said that she loved her job, and described these years as some of the best years of her life. 
    She was married to the late Thomas A. Frazier on July 15, 1979, and they shared 28 years of marriage together. When retiring to Lopez Island, Washington, she spent many years enjoying her friendships, and traveling with her husband. 
     To her family & friends in Michigan, she was known as “Aunt Ellie,” in which she blessed each and every one she met. She had this ability to make each person’s life better just by knowing her. 
     Ellie is survived by her brother, Robert (Tamara) Krueger; niece, Julie Krueger and great niece, Eugenia Cheung; nephew, Rick (Heather) Krueger & great nephew and niece, Ryan and Brooke Krueger, as well as so many others who loved and cared for her. 
    If so desired, in lieu of flowers and as your expression of sympathy in Ellie’s memory, donations to “The Guest House,” a Non-Profit End Care/Hospice Home on 135 Free Street, Fowlerville, Michigan 48836, would be appreciated. This is where Aunt Ellie was provided with the utmost care, dignity, and love by each staff member. 
     A burial ceremony was being conducted on Friday, June 5, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in Okemos, Michigan at the Glendale Cemetery.      Share memories at www.grfuneralhomes.com 
Capital Area District Libraries Online Events
June 2020
Stevens Puppets--Goldilocks and the Three Bears 
   Hand-carved wooden marionettes and painted scenery featuring Southeast Alaska put an exciting new spin on the classic story of Goldilocks. On the day of the event, visit our homepage at cadl.org for a link to the performance.  
Monday, June 8•2–2:45 p.m.
Singing Duo Gemini--Imagine Your Story
    Beautiful harmonies combine with guitar, mandolin, violin and flute in a toe-tapping concert from these talented twins. On the day of the event, visit our homepage at cadl.org for a link to the performance.
Friday, June 12 • 2–2:45 p.m.
The Music Lady—A Tiny Fairy Tale 
    Jump through puddles, hop like a frog and listen to rainstorms when Beverly the Music Lady leads a musical adventure through your imagination. On the day of the event, visit our homepage at cadl.org for a link to the performance.  
Wednesday, June 17 • 2–2:45 p.m.
Scheer Genius Magic--Supermarket Science Show 
    Doug Scheer uses everyday grocery store items to perform wacky science experiments. You'll never see eggs, toilet paper or bananas the same way again! On the day of the event, visit our homepage at cadl.org for a link to the performance.  
Monday, June 22 • 2–2:45 p.m.
Acting Up Theatre Company--Imagine You're a King 
    Crazy characters, original music and lots of comedy are the highlights of this action-packed show about the Knights of the Brown Table. On the day of the event, visit our homepage at cadl.org for a link to the performance.  
Monday, June 29 • 2–2:45 p.m. 
Webberville High School to hold  graduation ceremony on 
June 18
     Webberville High School plans to hold the 2020 graduation ceremony on the evening of Thursday, June 18, at the football stadium. Rain dates have been scheduled for June 19 or June 20.
     A letter sent to the seniors and their families from high school administrator Andrew Smith stated that “We plan to hold the ceremony outside at the football stadium so as to provide for appropriate distancing by household. We are working to include nearly all traditional aspects of this important celebration. As we finalize these details, we will send more information but we wanted to give you as much notice as possible to save the date.”