Upcoming Events at St Agnes Catholic Church
Shake off the winter cold and partake in the warmth of our January activities. For more information, please contact our parish office:  517-223-8684
    Welcome Table:  Every Thursday evening beginning at 6pm in our LPC.  There will be an inspirational movie shown following the meal.
    His Merciful Heart Prayer Group:  Praise the Lord every Tuesday evening at 7:30pm in RE 7/8.
    Womens’ Rosary:  January 5 at 10am in the Chapel.
    K of C Chili Cookoff & Euchre Tournament: January 14.  Call parish office to become a competitor!  Cooking begins at 9am in LPC kitchen.  Come sample a variety of delicious chili - Serving begins at 5pm.  Euchre registration begins 6pm and Tournament begins 7pm - also in LPC.
    Youth Group Dance:  January 15 from 6-9pm in our LPC. DJ Ron Johnson of ‘Night and Day Productions’ will be featured.
    Knights of Columbus Blood Drive:  January 23 from 12:30pm-6:30pm in our LPC.
    Ministry Fair:  January 21-22 before & after all weekend Masses in Higgins Hall.  Explore our parish councils, commissions, and committees.  Come and see!
    K of C Texas Holdem:  January 28 at 6-11pm in Higgins Hall.

Susan Buell Dietz

    Susan Buell Dietz May 13, 1948 - December 19, 2016 Susan B. Dietz, age 68, of Webberville, passed away Monday, December 19, 2016 at her home. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 23, 2016 at the Perry Church of the Nazarene, 3100 Ellsworth Rd., Perry, Visitation took place at the church one hour prior to the service. The family also received friends at the Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Perry Chapel on Thursday, Dec. 22, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
    Susan was born on May 13, 1948 in Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Arthur and Rosemarie (Palmer) Buell. She married Michael Dietz in Williamston, MI on May 17, 1969. Susan was a legal secretary, the deputy clerk of Cohoctah Township, and a farmer. She was a member of the Perry Nazarene Church, Fellowship of Christian Farmers, Farm Bureau and the MMPA. 
    Susan is survived by her husband, Michael; children, Andy (Heidi) Dietz and Leigh Ann Halas (Steve); grandchildren, Anna Dietz and Michael Dietz; mother, Rosemarie; brother, Scott (Rhonda) Buell; sister, Vicki Buell. She was preceded in death by her father, Art Buell and brother, Roger Buell. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.watkinsfuneralhomes.com

Claudia Gallup

    Claudia Gallup, age 69 of Webberville, passed away on December 5, 2016 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born November 21, 1947 in Howell, the daughter of Claude E. and Helen E. (Gaffney) Gallup. Claudia graduated from Hartland High School and retired from Citizens Insurance Company in Howell. 
    She resided in Webberville where she lived with her beloved cats and entertained many dear friends who all appreciated her wonderful sense of humor. She loved photography and gardening and spent many happy hours developing and perfecting both interests. Claudia was a devoted member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Fowlerville and relied on her faith to see her through many physical struggles with an uncomplaining spirit. 
    Claudia is survived by two sisters, Mary Kroupa of Fowlerville and June Gallup of Howell; one niece, Michelle Kroupa and one nephew, Dan Kroupa, along with several cousins. Funeral arrangements will be announced in the near future. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the Livingston County Animal Control and Shelter. Please visit the family’s online guestbook at www.macdonaldsfuneralhome.com 

Livingston Centre Historical Society 
to meet this Thursday at fair office
   The Livingston Centre Historical Society will meet this Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Fowlerville Fair office. The group will discuss plans for the Grandma’s Attic Sale in the spring, the Fall Fest in September, and other fundraising activities. As always, the public is invited. Stop by to see with the Society and the Livingston Centre Historical Village are all about. 

Upcoming Programs at the Fowlerville District Library
    All Programs are intended for Fowlerville School District residents only unless otherwise stated.
Registration usually opens 2 weeks prior to the event.
    Follow us on Facebook & www.fowlervillelibrary.org.
Phone: 517-223-9089

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The Fowlerville District Library will be closed Saturday December 31st and reopening Tuesday January 3rd to observe the new year. We wish you joyous and safe holidays. The Little Free Library is available for your reading needs during this time and any materials to be returned can be placed in the blue drop box. Thank you.

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Keep an eye out for our Winter Newsletter in your mailbox! Coming Early January! We have an entire season of fun and educational programs for all ages planned! Stop by and check them out!

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Anime Club first Friday of each month at 3-4:30pm
Teens 6th-12th Grades. Drop in to the program room to hang out and watch anime. Stop by to watch shows like Avatar the Last Airbender, Naruto, Sailor Moon, Pokémon, and more! All shows have a rating of TV-PG or lower. *Drop-in program.

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Reading to Fred the Therapy Dog - Returns January 9th: Most Mondays at 4pm
Fred is a mature Golden Retriever certified therapy dog. Fred’s ‘mom’, Shelly, has been volunteering her dogs’ services at the library for many years. Reading to Fred improves literacy skills, builds fluency, and raises reading confidence regardless of ability. *Drop-in event.

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From A-Z with Mrs. D: Winter Registration Begins January 4th
Groups resume Tuesday, Jan. 10th and Wednesday, Jan. 11th at 10am and 11am

Kids 2½-4yrs and their adult helper. A few spots have opened up in From A-Z with Mrs. D so we will be doing a second registration beginning January 4th to fill these spots. Space is limited and spots are filled on a first-come first-served basis. For more information come in to the library or visit our website at www.fowlervillelibrary.org. *Register in person only.

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Mixed Martial Arts Demonstration Thursday, January 12th at 7pm
Hosted by Real World MMA
Adults. Join us for a thrilling night of martial arts! Enjoy a demonstration by Real World MMA, and learn about the history and development of mixed martial arts and self-defense techniques. Light refreshments will be served.
*Register in person to attend. Registration begins December 29th and includes a refundable $5 cash deposit.

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Teen Martial Arts Night Friday, January 13th at 5-8pm
Hosted by Real World MMA
Teens 6th-12th grades. If you've ever wanted to learn more about martial arts, here's your chance! Come to the library to learn about real world mixed martial arts in an interactive demonstration by martial arts master John Noonan. Come ready to see some awesome martial arts action, learn about self-defense, and have loads of fun! Dinner and a beverage will be served. *Registration is required and includes a 2016-2017 signed program permission form. Registration begins December 30th. Register by January 11th to attend.

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Back to the Future: Family Science and Reading Workshops
Workshop 1: For the Birds Wednesday, January 18th @ 5:30-6:30pm
Presented at the library by the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
Preschool-Adults. In this workshop your family will explore the museum’s Ornithology Collection. Try your hand at gathering data from actual museum specimens and learn about other ways that the birds in the collection are used to protect other birds while advancing scientific theories.*Participation is limited. Register in person to attend. Registration begins January 4th.

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Beyond the Book: Just Like Heaven/If Only It Were True Thursday, January 19th at 7pm
Adults. Featuring books and their film adaptation. Movie will begin at 6:30pm followed by discussion. Movie-style refreshments will be served. *Register in person to participate. Registration begins December 29th. Books will be given while supplies last.

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Winter Crafting Series: Wine Bottle Snowmen-Thursday, January 26th at 7pm
Adults. Join Cindy and Audrey as they lead you to create seasonal inspired crafts. This month's craft: Wine Bottle Snowmen. Transform wine bottles into adorable snowmen. *Register in person to attend. Registration begins January 12th and includes a refundable $5 cash deposit.

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Due to unforseen circumstances the library will not be able to offer computer classes this winter. However, we continue to offer one-on-one technology consultations by appointment with our technology liasons, Audrey and Beth.

Designers wanted for Annual Runway Repurposed ‘Fashion is Art’ Event  
    The 9th Annual Runway Repurposed committee is searching for contestants to register for a unique, eco-friendly fashion design program hosted by the Livingston Arts Council. Runway Repurposed is a fundraiser for the Howell Opera House that combines the art of fashion design with the use of recycled clothing and materials.
   Registration will be held at the Howell Opera House from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, January 9 and Tuesday, January 10. The Howell Opera House is located at 123 W. Grand River, downtown Howell.  All guidelines and event details will be available at that time.  
     All ages are welcome to register for the competition in one of the designer categories: Young Beginner, Beginner Student, Beginner Adult, Advanced, and Avant Garde.  Registration fee: Student and Young Beginner, $20; Adult Beginner, Advanced, and Avant Garde, $35. Contestant designers choose clothing and materials at registration from a collection of hundreds of donated pieces to recreate a new, original garment to showcase on the runway on February 12, 2017, at Crystal Gardens Banquet Center. The finished garments are judged and prizes and trophies are awarded for each category.  
     For more information, contact the Howell Opera House, 517-540-0065, or visit 
https://www.facebook.com/RunwayRepurposed.

Dansville Community Center holding Euchre Night Jan. 7 & 21
     Do you like to play Euchre? The Dansville Community Center at 1317 Mason Street in Dansville will be having Euchre Night on Saturday, January 7 and 21 starting at 7pm. A donation of $5 per person is asked to help pay for expenses for the night. Prizes for high score, low score, and most lone hands will be awarded. Beginners are welcome.          For more information contact 517-851-7853.