Trinity UMC collecting non-perishable donations for Family Impact Center

    The Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 8201 Iosco Road, corner of Bull Run Road, is collecting donations of non-perisable items for the Family Impact Center.

   Such items as hygiene products, toilet paper, and paper towels are needed. Also being sought are snack lunch items, soups, macaroni & cheese, rice, canned fruits, and canned meats and vegetables.

  The church is undertaking this effort to help the Family Impact Center address the needs of many area residents durnig these challenging times.

  Two large plastic bins have been placed by the double doors at the church for anyone to put their donations in.

   Dale VanAmberg, a church member, will check them and take the donations to the Impact Center. 

 Livingston Land Conservancy Launches WALK FOR THE WILD Fundraiser 

    Like many other non-profit charities, the Livingston Land Conservancy has had to rethink its annual fundraising event in this time of COVID-19. Instead of our event at the Howell Opera House, we had to think outside the box. Then we thought: “THAT’S IT! GET OUTSIDE!” 

     What better way to celebrate the natural beauty of the Livingston County area than to experience the great outdoors while at the same time raising much needed awareness and funding of our land protection efforts. So the LLC is excited to announce our first WALK FOR THE WILD virtual fundraiser October 1 to November 7 – a perfect time to walk, hike, ride or paddle almost anywhere you want and on your own schedule, and all on behalf of the LLC and its ongoing conservation efforts. 

    This year’s virtual event is generously sponsored by FMG Concrete Cutting of Brighton. 

    Outdoor enthusiasts simply need to register for the event at the LLC website, then visit a favorite local, county or state park, hiking trail, bike trail or lake or river during the beautiful fall season. When you go and how far you go is up to you. Friends and family can be recruited to make donations on behalf of your adventure, and all funds raised will go to the LLC’s Stewardship and Land Acquisition Funds to preserve and protect natural land, woods, wetlands and productive farmland in Livingston County. 

    So, get out your sneakers, hiking boots, bike, kayak or canoe and start spreading the word to any outdoor enthusiasts you know - get them to support your WALK FOR THE WILD! 

    To register as an individual, to create or join a team, or to simply donate, visit the LLC website at livingstonlandconservancy.org. 

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    The purpose of the Livingston Land Conservancy is to protect the natural heritage and rural character of the greater Livingston County area by preserving quality natural areas and productive farmland, as well as to promote an appreciation and understanding of the environment for the long-term benefit of the public. Currently the LLC protects over 650 acres through conservation easements and owned nature preserves. Contact: Rick Thomas at 248-561-5506, 

                                          Family Impact Wellness Center                                West Grand River (just west of Fowlerville)

Upcoming Programs/Events for the Fall of 2020

Social distancing will be practiced for all programs being held at this time.  If you need more information or would like to sign up for either of the following, please call Barb at 517-223-4428 as soon as possible to guarantee a seat.

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Grief Share:  Wednesdays (October 21 – January 20) from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.  This faith-based seminar/support group is for anyone grieving the death of someone close.  You will find it to be a warm, caring environment that includes encouraging, information-packed videos featuring leading grief recovery experts.  A workbook is provided both for notetaking and for use between sessions.  There is no fee. Please call to register.

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It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way:  Wednesdays (October 21 – November 25) from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  This 6-week video-based study by Lysa TerKeurst focuses on finding unexpected strength when tragedies and disappointments leave you shattered. She deeply understands daily and life-altering loss after walking through her own valley, which taught her that in God we can find unexpected strength as we wrestle between our faith and feelings. With solid biblical truth and gut-honest vulnerability, Lysa will teach how to get through painful situations and gain life-giving perspectives for our time here on earth. Cost for the Bible study is $15.  This fee covers both the participant’s guide (for notetaking during class as well as for each week’s personal studies) and her 281-page hard-cover book, which we’ll be reading during the 6 weeks.  Scholarships are also available.

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Surviving the Holidays:  Wednesday, November 18 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  (This is part of Grief Share but is held separately. You do not need to be a current member of the program in order to attend.)  No matter how long it has been since your loved one has passed away, grief can make Thanksgiving and Christmas a painful time.  But there is hope… This informative and encouraging video seminar will help you get through your difficult times as well as discover new ways to enjoy the holidays again. It is free of charge. Please pre-register by Friday, November 13th. 

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To inquire about our Client-Choice Food Pantry & Clothing programs located in the Family Impact Center at 735 N. Grand Ave. (across from Fowlerville High School), please call 517-223-4428.

 Crossroad UMC offering drive-through Swiss steak dinner Oct. 31

    Crossroads United Methodist Church will offer its second drive-through Swiss steak dinner of the season at 4 p.m. Saturday, October 31.  

    The church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads, east of Haslett and north of Williamston, will distribute packaged food from the parking lot as long as supplies last.  

    Diners will enter the parking lot from Zimmer Road, paying as they enter and picking up a tag showing the number of dinners purchased.  After picking up their dinners, customers will exit onto Haslett Road.  There will be no pre-orders.  Cost is $9 per person, regardless of age.

    The familiar menu of Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy, cold slaw, vegetable, roll, butter and dessert, will continue.

    A portion of the proceeds will go to the church youth programs.

    The next Swiss steak dinner is planned Saturday, January 30, 2021.

 Fowlerville District Library Upcoming Events

   All programs are intended for Fowlerville School District residents. Call (517) 223-9089 for more information, or checkout our Facebook Page.

   All programs will be held virtually via Zoom, Facebook Live or YouTube unless otherwise indicated.Program descriptions,  location, and details on how to register for each program are below.

   All programs require registration and is done by sending a Facebook Personal Message to the Library or by emailing to info@fowlervillelibrary.org, unless otherwise indicated. Zoom invitations will be sent out the day before the program date.

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Phone a Story and First Chapter Fridays: Available 24/7

Preschool - 12th Graders -Call 517-858-2700anytime to hear a full children's story, or a sample of a J Fiction/Chapter book or YA/Teen novel. New recordings will be available every week.

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Reading to Bosco Through Zoom: Temporarilypaused until further notice –He will be back soon.

All Ages- Read to Bosco on Zoom! You can now reserve a time for your child to read to Fowlerville District Library's therapy dog! Each child will be given a 15 minute time slot to read to Bosco and must be preregistered. Registration is needed each week and spots are limited. Zoom invites will be sent out on Fridays. This event reoccurs every Monday.

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Tea and Chocolate Writer’s Group: Continuing Wednesdaysat 2:30pm through November 11–via–Zoom

Adults –This program currently meets online via Zoom and is open to new and experienced writers. Is your creative well running dry? Don’t know where to start? We take turns bringing in fun writing prompts at every meeting to get our creativity flowing. You will have a chance to talk to other writers, and If you want feedback on your work-in-progress this is the group for you!  Feel free to bring a 1-page sample of a current project if desired. Registration is required and this group meets every Wednesday. 

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Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners: Continuing Thursdays at 2:30pm through December 17–via –Zoom

6th-12th Graders - Are you new to the game Dungeons and Dragons? Come meet with the library and friends on Zoom to learn the basics to play, how to fill out your character sheet, rules, and to play a few short adventures. Register to secure your Zoom link through Facebook PM with your email address or info@fowlervillelibrary.org. This group is held on Thursdays,when school is in session.

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Thanksgiving MatProject: Wednesday,November 11, at 5:30pmvia –Zoom 

K-5th Graders - Join the library on Zoom for a Thanksgiving mat project, fun, friends and stories. Register to secure your Zoom linkthrough Facebook PM with your email address or at info@fowlervillelibrary.org.  Project kits will be available for pick up inside the library or through curbside service starting Monday, November 9th.

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Button Christmas Tree Craft: Thursday November 12, at 5:30pm via –Zoom 

Adults -  Join us on Zoom to make a unique button Christmas tree, with all the supplies included. Register in person or through curbside service with a five dollar deposit and an email address to secure your Zoom link. Craft kits will be available for pick up inside the library or through curbside service starting Monday, November 9th. Registration is now open, required, and space is limited.

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Follow us on Facebook: @fowlervillelibrary or visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org.Email any questions to:info@fowlervillelibrary.org

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Update of Hours and Curbside Service

   The Fowlerville District Library building is open at regular hours and continuing to offer curbside service (highly recommended). In compliance with Emergency Order MCL 333.2253; face masks are required for all library patrons and staff as well as maintaining the social distancing of 6 feet. A limit of 12 patrons is allowed in the building at one time. Patrons entering the building are encouraged to make their visit as short as possible. In keeping with social distancing and cleaning guidelines, as well as to ensure the health and safety of FDL patrons, the Library will have a limited number of computers available for patron use. There will be a strict time limit of one hour per day, per patron, for each computer. FDL’s Wi-Fi now reaches out in the side yard.

Monday-Thursday

9:30am – 7pm

Friday

9:30am – 5pm

Saturday

10am – 2pm

How to Use Curbside Service

    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)  --Not sure what you would like to read? Use our reader’s advisory at the desk, they can help! All you need is to give them a subject, author, or genre, and they will do the rest.

   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. 

 Paul Robert Grill

     Paul Robert Grill, age 69 of Fowlerville, (Antrim Township)  passed away on September 18, 2020 in Sun City Center, Florida.

    Mr. Grill was born to Lyle Edward and Mildred (Damman) Grill on September 9, 1951. He attended Fowlerville schools and was active in FFA, basketball and track.  He graduated from Fowlerville High School in 1969, and served as Senior class President.

     Paul continued his education at Spring Arbor University, where he was a member of the College Golf Team.  He graduated with a degree in Elementary Education.  In 1973, Paul returned to the family farm where he primarily managed the cash crop operation for over 46 years.  He was actively involved in numerous farming and community organizations.

    An avid golfer, he participated in the Oak Lane Men’s Golf League for many years.  As a member of the Michigan Publinx Senior Golf Association, he won both the Senior Division and Open Division tournaments and  competed in the GAM Tournament of Champions at Warwick Hills Country Club.  In 2019 Paul retired from farming and moved to Florida to pursue his love of golfing year around and to enjoy the warm weather. 

     Mr. Grill is survived by his three brothers: John (Carol) Grill of Howell, Donald (Cathy) Grill of West Olive Michigan, and Richard (Julie) Grill of Howell;  5 nephews and 2 nieces, as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased  by one niece, Candance Grill, his mother, Mildred Grill in 2002, and father, Lyle Grill in 2012.

     A graveside Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 30, 2020 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Fowlerville, Michigan.  A visitation will be held the same day from 9:00 A.M until 11:00 A.M. at the Fowlerville United Brethren Church also located in Fowlerville MI.  In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to New Creations Preschool, Fowlerville United Brethren Church, 9300 W Grand River, Fowlerville MI 48836.

 Richard Paul Reid

    Richard Paul Reid, DVM, 75 years old of Gregory, MI, passed away on October 5, 2020 after fighting a courageous battle against prostate cancer. He was born April 15, 1945 to Donald and Jean (Clara) Reid of Cass City, Michigan. Richard was a 1963 graduate of Cass City High and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Michigan State University in 1968.

     Dr. Reid practiced veterinary medicine in Grand Ledge, Bay City and then started his own small animal clinic in Caro, MI. He practiced there from 1973 to 2005.  After selling Caro Veterinary Clinic, he conducted relief work for two years and then retired in Gregory.

    His first love was veterinary medicine, but he also enjoyed working with his hands and created a number of wood-related projects. He helped build his retirement home. He assisted friends and family in remodeling several parts of their homes.  Most recently, in August of this year, he finished a desk and two end tables that he made with his grand-daughters. Richard was also a loyal MSU Spartan fan.

    After retiring, Richard and his wife, Pam, traveled to a number of different countries. Two memorable vacations were a family trip to Hong Kong and Thailand and a trip to South Africa.

     Dr. Reid is survived by his wife of fifty-three years Pamela (Dillon) Reid. A daughter, Dr. Tamara (Neil) Bush. A son, Dr. Paul (Tara) Reid. Two grand-daughters, Brittany and Sydney Bush. Three brothers, James (Betty) Reid, Fredrick (Barbara) Reid, Roger (Kaye) Reid.  A sister-in-law Sharon Reid. A sister-in-law Penny (Victor) Joffe and brother-in-law Rick (Betsy) Dillon.  Also many nieces, nephews and cousins.

    A private gathering will take place to celebrate his life, with a memorial service planned for next summer.

     If interested in a memorial donation, please consider donating to St. Jude’s. It is an organization that Richard valued and thought did excellent work for children and their families.

     Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home.  Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome517@yahoo.com