St. Joseph Catholic School hosting Corn Hole Tournament & Chili Cook Off
St. Joseph Catholic School in Howell is hosting its first annual Corn Hole Tournament and Chili Cook Off on Saturday, Feb. 15. Doors open at 6:30pm, with the first game beginning at 7:15pm. A cash bar will be available. All profits from the event go to the Athletic Fund at St. Joseph Catholic School.
Registration deadline is Feb. 9, 2020 -$20 per team tournament entry fee -$10 chili cook off entry -$5 door fee for those not playing in tournament
Prize for the Corn Hole Tournament includes: tickets for 2/16/20 U of M basketball game with parking pass & cash prize to winning team
Trophy & Gift card prize to Chili Cookoff winner
Please contact Tina via text or email to register T.morrone720@comcast.net (586) 630-2991
Knights of Columbus to host Valentine's Breakfast & Brunch on Feb. 9
Knights of Columbus Council #8605 invites you to our annual Valentine's Breakfast & Brunch on Sunday, Feb. 9. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 am until 12:30pm in the Lothamer Parish Center at St. Agnes Church in Fowlerville. Dine on a selection of cinnamon french toast, breakfast strata, homemade biscuits and sausage gravy, ham, sausage links, potatoes, fresh fruit, yogurt and more. Cost is only $8 for adults, $6 for Senior Citizens, $4 for children 5-12 yrs and under 5 yrs are free.
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of Catholic gentlemen engaged in helping children and families in need locally and throughout the world.
Fowlerville 4th of July Committee seeking Chili & Soup Contestants
The Fowlerville 4th of July Committee announced that entries can now be accepted for the 16th Annual Chili Cook-off. This highly successful fundraiser always attracts hundreds of hungry patrons who, year after year, are treated to some of the best chili ever. Proceeds from this event will go towards funding the Livingston County fireworks in Fowlerville, as well as other activities enjoyed on July 4th in downtown Fowlerville.
The Cook-off will be held on Saturday, March 14 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Fowlerville VFW Hall. This year’s event promises to be even more spectacular, with over a dozen fabulous chili’s and for the first time ever we will have homemade soup entries as well. All of this will be accompanied by a full salad bar and several luscious desserts.
The entry form can be found on our Facebook page, Livingston County Fireworks or by contacting Michelle Soli at MichelleSoli@yahoo.com or Brandon Denby at BDenby@livgov.com. The committee will receive completed forms until March 7. Potential contestants are urged to send in entries as soon as possible, as there is a limited number of entries allowed, and space always fills up quickly.
If you have any additional questions you can contact the Fowlerville 4th of July Committee on Facebook (Livingston County Fireworks) or our Chairman, Brandon Denby 517.540.8823 BDenby@Livgov.com
Livingston Centre Historic Village committee meeting Feb. 6 at fair office
Monthly committee meetings of the Livingston Centre Historic Village will resume on Thursday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. at the fair office. In the event of bad weather, call the fair office to confirm.
The agenda will include a general activities calendar for 2020. The first event will be the annual Gramma's Attic Sale on May 14, 15 and 16. The committee hopes community members will consider donating items for the sale---the biggest fundraiser of the year. Please remember the Historic Village as you find items you no longer want or need in the coming months. Donations can be dropped off on Tuesday and Wednesday preceding the sale. Please watch for more details in coming months.
Members will also receive a report on the completion of heat installation in the Green Church. Weddings and other events can now be planned year-around.
As always, new members are welcome; this first meeting of the year is a great time to get involved---to get acquainted with the group while plans for the coming months are just beginning. Please consider attending if you want to join in the preservation of Livingston County history.
Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library
All programs are intended for Fowlerville School District residents. Register in-person to attend; starting the first of each month, unless otherwise stated. Adult programs include a $5 refundable cash deposit. Teen Program attendance requires a signed 2019-2020 Program Permission Form.
Call (517) 223-9089 for more information.
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WEEKLY DROP-IN PROGRAMS
Reading to Bosco: Most Mondays at 4pm
All Ages. Bosco is a Therapy Dog-in-Training. Reading to Bosco improves literacy skills, builds fluency, and reading confidence regardless of ability. Bosco’s “Mom” Shelly has been a part of our library community for over 15 years volunteering her time and her other reading therapy dogs.
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Cardio Drumming: Tuesdays at 7pm
Adults. Get your sweat on with a fun workout from instructor Kim Griffes. Please remember to bring water and wear comfy clothes. Spaces are limited to 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. *There is a cash fee of $6 for this class if you bring your own equipment. Kit rental is additional $2 fee.
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D&D and Magic the Gathering Club: Thursdays 2:30-4pm
6th-12th Graders. Drop in at the Library for a fun after-school group where you can learn more about Dungeon & Dragons role-playing game and play Magic the Gathering card game on your own. We provide the Dungeon Master (Ms. Tally), snacks and drinks… you provide the fun!
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Cozy Crafting Around the Fireplace: Tuesdays 6pm-7pm
Adult Drop-in. Join us at the library for an opportunity to work on current craft projects and to socialize with other crafters. Bring your knitting, needlepoint, or other current craft project to work on in the library around the cozy fireplace.
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Honest Yoga at the Library: Fridays at 9:30am
Adults. Join Erin Wade RYT, owner of Honest Yoga, for Gentle Yoga at the Library. Gentle Yoga is for adults of all ages through modifications and the use of props. Please bring a mat to practice on. *There is a cash fee of $5 for this class.
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SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Beyond the Book: Thursday, February 6th 6:30pm
Adults. This month we are reading Great Michigan Reads selection What the Eyes Don’t See. In conjunction of the Great Michigan Reads selection, we will be viewing the documentary Poison Water; a guided discussion will follow the film.
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Keyboard Frames Craft: Friday, February 7th 5-7pm
6th-12th Graders. Create your own keyboard frames from recycled computer parts. Bring your own 5x7 picture to insert or we will have some inspirational ones available that night.
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All Things Chocolate: Thursday, February 13th 7-9pm
Adults. Chocoholics search your favorite chocolate recipes, sweet or savory! Bring one recipe and your dish for sampling. Try all the chocolate dishes and leave with copies of all the recipes.
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Leap Year at the Library: Wednesday, February 19th 5:30-6:30pm
K-5th Graders. What is Leap Year? Learn about this extra special day by listening to a story, making a time capsule and more!
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Makeup and Skincare with Liz: Thursday, February 20th 7-9pm
Adults and Teens. Liz Goble, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, will lead a skin care tutorial. Everyone will get to try a face mask! Bring your makeup and questions… Liz has the answers! Please come make-up free and bring a washcloth for your use.
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Dave King’s ‘Elvis’ being featured at Acoustic Café this Friday, Feb. 7
The Acoustic Café, held at the Howell Opera House, continues this Friday, Feb. 7, with entertainer Dave King, recognized nationwide for his recreation of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock & Roll.
Backed by an incredible 10-piece band, King strikes the familiar poses and duplicates the mannerisms that have become synonymous with Elvis. Dave King, with his Top 40 band ‘Celebration’, began performing together in 1974, with a highlight of these shows being the music of Elvis Presley. Some thirty years later, he continues to excite audiences of all ages with the music and memories of the legendary performer. Rolling Stone critic Dave March states, "Dave King's care and excellence to portray the late Presley is uncanny. Other people have rocked, but nobody's done it better."
The Acoustic Café series runs every Friday night thru March 6. Doors will open at 7:00 pm and the show will begin at 7:30 pm. Open to the public, the cost is $12.00 at the door, $10.00 for Livingston Arts Council members.
Robert J. Coll
Robert J. "Bob" Coll—a resident of Louisville, Kentucky who grew up in Fowlerville—lived a fulfilling life from his beginning in Howell, Michigan, September 1951, with his mother, Anna Mae Miller (deceased), father, Gordon Coll (deceased) and sister, Judith Estfan. He attended Fowlerville High School, Class of 1969, before packing up for Vietnam to serve his country at the age of 17. As a duster for the U.S. Army, he earned a multitude of honors and medals. He was the Quartermaster of the VFW and commander of the American Legion in Rockford, MI.
Bob was a storyteller; he had the ability to leave you hanging on to every word and dictation. An embodiment of the term entrepreneur, Bob often spoke of business ventures. After graduating from college in Lansing, he climbed the corporate ladder to success as an executive and multiple business owner. A passion for hot-rods and a mechanical inclination would lead him to a strong community of like-minded individuals and one too many projects. He loved to hunt among friends and rescued his beloved dog, Monty, out in the wilderness.
In his 69th year, he died, January 2020, after a tenacious battle with pancreatic cancer. He was blessed with Kimberly "Kim" Coll: his wife and loving caregiver until the time of his death. He raised two sons, Nicholas "Nic" Coll and Vincent "Vinnie" Coll alongside their mother, Karen Coll. He took special pride in his role of 'Grandpa Bob' to Aidan, Coley, Trevor, and Cassie.
Robert J. Coll's life is a living example of kind action. His strong values and vivacious personality allowed him to connect with people and inspired him to give generously to others. Bob will be forever remembered by his many true and loyal friends.
It is his wishes that donations be made to the VA hospital in lieu of flowers.
A ‘Celebration of Life’ is being held for Bob on Monday, January 27th, at Owen Funeral Home on Dixie Highway in Louisville, Kentucky. Visiting hours are from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. followed by a service at 1 p.m. From there, a military burial will take place at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff.
