‘Wreaths Across America’ planned at Greenwood Cemetery Saturday, Dec. 18

The Fowlerville Fourth of July Committee is proud to announce that they are sponsoring the 3rd Annual ‘Wreaths Across America’ on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the Greenwood Cemetery in Fowlerville.

The program will start at 12 noon, with the gates open at 11 a.m.. The noontime start will coincide with the ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and similar events at over 2,500 other cemeteries across the nation. Each ceremony is as varied as the men and women it honors with speakers, moving sentiments, pageantry and often music. One thing every ceremony has in common is the placing of wreaths on grave sites to honor those who have served, many offering the ultimate sacrifice while serving this nation.

The approximate hour-long ceremony in Fowlerville will feature remarks from State Senator Lana Theis, State Rep. Bob Bezotte, State Rep. Ann Bollin, and Fowlerville Village President Carol Hill.

The ceremony will be highlighted by the laying of wreaths for all of the military service branches, first responders, MIA/POWs, Gold Star families, and new this year Service Dogs.

There is no charge for this event. Veterans, their family and friends and the general public are all welcome to attend.

Brandon Denby, chairman of the Fowlerville 4th of July committee, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies and may be reached at (517) 546-0270, or by email @ BDenby@LivGov.com with questions.

 Williamston Eagles hosting Trivia Night Dec. 17 & Christmas music Dec. 19

Disc jockey Patrick Moore will be hosting Trivia Night on Friday, December 17th at the Williamston Eagles Club. After trivia Patrick will play tunes for dancing or karaoke. Registration begins at 6pm with play starting at 7pm. Cost is $10 a person with teams up to 6 people. Walk ins are welcome. If you don't have a team, you can join a table that night.

If you have any questions or to register early, contact Victoria Wygant at 517-648-8599. Food will be available to purchase. Doors open at 3pm. For questions call the club at 517-655-6510. Club is located at 835 High St in Williamston.

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Enjoy a night of music and festivities with Kathy Ford and Ricky Nalett and friends on Sunday, December 19th at the Williamston Eagles Club. Kathy and Ricky will be performing Christmas favorites and taking your requests from 5 until 8pm. Dance and sing along, or sit and enjoy the evening with friends. Everyone is welcome!

Food will be available to purchase. There will be a $5.00 per person requested donation to help cover costs, 12 and under are free. Table snacks provided. Wear your favorite Christmas attire and come down for some fun!

You can call the club at 517-655-6510 after 3 pm for more info. We would love to have you celebrate with us!

 United Way’s 28th Annual “Filling Wishes” Booklets               now available

The holidays are fast approaching and most of our local agencies are hard at work helping families, serving meals or ensuring their consumers are safe and warm. They are so busy doing their incredible work that we try to help get the word out about their needs for the next year.

Livingston County United Way’s 28th Annual “Filling Wishes” Booklet compiles “wish lists” each year from area nonprofit organizations. These local nonprofits spend all year ensuring the people they serve have everything they need to be healthy, stable and supported. Now it is their turn to share their own needs so any year-end giving can help them prepare to serve the community in 2022! The booklet, online at

lcunitedway.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Wishbook-2021.pdf, lists practical products and services, such as office supplies, equipment or gift cards, to help local organizations provide strong community programming, while offsetting operating costs. In some cases, quality “gently” used items can be donated such as office equipment, furniture or supplies.

You will also see a consistent need for volunteers, including Board members, to help support the programming in the community and lead the work being done. Your time is a valuable gift and makes a huge difference each year. Lastly, year-end tax deductions receipts can be given for contributed items.

For more information about the Livingston County United Way, local programs and initiatives, visit www.lcunitedway.org.

 Reindeer visit planned at Webberville Library this Wednesday, Dec. 15

Reindeer from Rooftop Landing Farm have been visiting the nine branches of the Capital Area District Libraries this month. They’ll be at the Webberville Library this Wednesday, Dec. 15, between 3:30 and 5 p.m.

Will it be Dasher or Dancer, Prancer or Vixen? Make a memory with your family when you meet a real reindeer!

Refreshments are being provided by the Friends of the Webberville Library.

 Crossroads United Methodist Church to hold Christmas Eve candlelight service

Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas Eve candlelight services Friday, December 24, at Crossroads United Methodist Church.

The service begins at 6 p.m. at the church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads east of Haslett and north of Williamston. Pastor Marty Johnston will lead readings and music that will end with the singing of “Silent Night” by candlelight. Coffee and cookies will be served following the service.

For details, please call the church at 517/655-1466, email at office.umccrossroads@gmail.com, or find the church on Facebook.

 Fowlerville District Library

Upcoming Events

New Extended Hours

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

Thursday:  9:30 am to 9:00 pm

Friday:  9:30 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Sunday:  Closed

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For questions or more information on any of our materials or programs, email info@fowlervillelibrary.org or give us a call at (517) 223-9089.

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FAMILY TIME

Family Fun Storytime

Saturday, December 11 at 12:00 pm

Bring the family to enjoy a special storytime for all ages with Storm, featuring stories, games, and songs! No registration required, just stop in to join the fun.

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Christmas Theater Production

Saturday, December 11, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

A special production courtesy of the Fowlerville Community Theater.

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Family Board Game Night

Monday, December 20, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Pizza and board games – we provide both! Meet up with friends and family at the library or make a new gaming friend here.

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ADULTS

Yoga with Belinda

Mondays, 10:00 am– 10:45 am

Get lean and mean with local yoga instructor Belinda Spalding. This class is for all levels, beginners are welcome! Bring bottled water and your yogamat, or borrow one of our loaner mats.

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Appy Hour

Monday, December 27, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Did you get a perfectly confusing Christmas gift and need a little tech help? Drop in, and have Zoe answer basic tech questions or assist with issues on most digital devices.

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TEENS

Tabletop Wednesday

Wednesdays, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Drop in and play your favorite tabletop RPGs. Play with your friends or have out teen librarian Connor run a one-shot.

All are welcome, no registration required.

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FOR KIDS

Drop in with the kids for any of our revamped storytime programs – open to everyone!

Preschool Storytime (ages 3 to 5 with caregiver)

10:00 am Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Join our wonderful Mrs. D. for engaging stories, sing-a-longs, neat crafts, finger plays, and so much more!

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Toddler Storytime (ages 1 to 3 with caregiver)

10:00 am Thursdays & Fridays

Get ready to move and groove with some funky tunes and stories with our dynamic youth librarian Storm.

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Baby Lap Sit (ages 0 to 2 with caregiver)

9:30 am Fridays

Come and make some new baby friends in this musical storytime led by Storm. Babies and their caregivers will socialize, sing songs, and play together.

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Facebook Live Storytime (ages 2 to 8)

12:00pmThursdays

Join LIVE on our Facebook page for this amazing program where kids can interact with Storm from home! Build some early literacy skills in your pajamas.

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STEAM Unplugged (ages 6 -12)

Tuesday, December 14, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Stop in and take part in exciting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) exercises, contraptions, and challenges.You won’t believe how fun learning can be.

 Raymond & Judith Smith

After 62 years of marriage and partnership, Ray and Judy Smith left this world together this weekend. Judy, age 80 died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, followed by Ray, age 82 on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021—both at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI.

Ray and Judy were teenage sweethearts who met through 4-H. They enjoyed a long life raising four children on the family farm located in Howell, MI. They both enjoyed being involved in the community and traveling. Both Ray and Judy ran three different 4-H clubs. They were involved in the Livingston County Farmers Club, the Fowlerville Agricultural Society, the Historical Society, Saint Agnes Cathoic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Michigan State Fair as well as every endeavour their children or grandchildren were involved in. They spent many days and nights volunteering for horse shows, sporting events, and band concerts.

Ray and Judy enjoyed a terrific marriage. Ray enjoyed working outside on the farm. He loved teaching moments and enjoyed the opportunity to show young people how things worked. Judy loved arts and crafts. She taught many classes on baking and sewing. She also loved gardening. Together they enjoyed traveling. They spent many weekends camping with the family and took many trips around the country. They loved meeting new people and spending time with old friends.

They were preceded in death by Judy’s sister, Rose and Raymond’s brother, Ron. They are survived by four children, five grandchildren, nine siblings and many nieces and nephews.

Children: Cindy (Dave) Hroba, Gary (Dana) Smith, Jeanette Smith, Chris (Michelle) Smith.

Grandchildren: Rebecca, Meghan, Brayden, MaKayla and Lucas Smith.

Siblings: Walter (Susan) Cudnohufsky, Elaine (Dillard) Morris, Sharon (Bob) Finley, Fred (Jane) Cudnohufsky, Bill (Elizabeth) Cudnohufsky, JoAnn (Ed) Roulliard, Leon (Terry) Cudnohufsky, Theresa (Richard) Waters, and Donna (Ron) Smith.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Saint Agnes Church for Catholic Services.

Services were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 2nd at Saint Agnes Church in Fowlerville, MI. Viewing was held before the ceremony at the church from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to Herrmann Funeral Home. Online condolences may be expressed at pjherrmannfuneralhome.com