ALL EVENTS, ACTIVITIES and CLASSES

Mar 20 – Apr 26

26th WEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL ART COMPETITION

LowellArts!, 149 S. Hudson.  An annual juried art competition with a total of $2,000 in awards offered as well as recognition ribbons in categories selected by the juror.  Open to artists 18+ years old living in a selection of counties in lower West Michigan.   Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 616.897.8545 or visit www.lowellartsmi.org

9:30-10:30a.m. or

11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.

$5.00 per class

S.C.O.R.E.

Free Business Counseling and Mentoring. This is one-on-one counseling by a SCORE consultant. Meet with an experienced business counselor to discuss the development of your business plan or any aspect of business operation. Ideal for both start-up & existing companies. Call for appointment.  SCORE meets at 113 Riverwalk Plaza the 2nd Tuesday of the month.   Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce, 897-9161

Youth.  Mar 6 – May 8

BABYTIME

Delight and stimulate your baby with songs, a story and playtime. Get to know other families and help your baby develop listening and language skills. For babies from birth to 18 months with a caregiver. No registration required. Tuesdays at 1 p.m. *No Babytime Apr 2.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Youth.  TOTS Alto Playgroup

Meets Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 at Alto Elementary, 6150 Bancroft, Alto.  $1 per child. Last playgroup of the 2011-12 school year will be May 17. Contact Lori at TOTS  987-2532 

YOUTH.  Jan 7

Tumbling Tots Session 3 Begins 

Runciman Gym.   9:00 or 9:45.  6 weeks/ $18 per child.  Registration Required.  Call Lori Buys at TOTS on TOTS on Track for School, 987-2532

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

*Gentle Yoga – Enhance flexibility, balance, strength with gentle techniques. 

Tuesdays, 10:15-11:00am.  Members $45/Nonmembers $90

WALKING AT BUSHNELL

*Youth Hip Hop - Tuesdays, 5:00-5:45pm.  Members $35/Nonmembers $45

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

WOMEN’S COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL

Julie Quist.  Tuesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime.  7pm-9pm.  Lowell Middle School Gym.  $30 for January-June. 

WOMEN’S COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL

Julie Quist.  Tuesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime, beginning September 6.  7pm-9pm.  Lowell Middle School Gym.  $30 for September-January.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

WOMEN’S COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL - Julie Quist.  Tuesdays.  7pm-9pm.  Lowell Middle School Gym.  Jan – Jun. $30, Open enrollment – join anytime. 

*Ready, Set, Move – Get motivated to meet your fitness goals.  This comprehensive program incorporates basic information and comprehensive fitness components that help make lifestyle changes to improve overall health and Wellness.  Geared toward fitness goals that include losing 15 pounds or more!  M/W 9-10am OR M/W 6-7pm  $150

Oak Hill Place

2991 Alden Nash Avenue, S.E. Lowell

Cost - $5.00 drop-in fee / discount rate of $54 for 18 sessions

Classes: Begin January 4 and run for 6-week sessions.

thru Mar 30

Water Aerobics Session

Classes meet Mon, Wed and Fri from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.  Oak Hill Place, 2991 Alden Nash Ave, SE, Lowell, MI  49331, 616-307-0276.  E-mail: susanremar@gmail.com

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. or

12:30p.m. to 1:30p.m.

Call 897-7055 for more information.

$5 per class

We gather every Wednesday, during the school year until 5:30 for games, craft and music.  There is no cost and have transportation from the area elementary schools.  For more info contact the church 897-5936.

Jamie Trierweiler

roy@glis.net

May 2

COMPUTER BASICS – MICROSOFT POWERPOINT

In this entry level class, you will learn to make a Powerpoint slideshow presentation. Prerequisites: Participants must have basic understanding of Microsoft Word and the Internet. Registration for these free computer classes begins April 2, 2012 for KDL cardholders and April 9, 2012 for non-KDL cardholders. For adults. To register, please call 616-784-2007. Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Apr 16 - 20

Arthritis Care Awareness Week at the Y

Learn new exercises and talk to a trainer about options for moving without pain.  Come in for a free consultation 8-Noon or 5:30-8:00pm.  Lowell Area YMCA, 897-8445

Apr 18, 25, May 2, 9

JUNIOR GOLF

Your child can learn all about golf! Whatever your child's skill level may be, with our individual based teaching method, they will improve! With each child on their own hitting mat, our instructors teach everything from grip, stance and swing fundamentals to the basics of the long game(drivers and irons) and short game (pitching, chipping and putting). Kids will have fun while learning skills they can enjoy throughout their lives! All equipment, including the top of the line junior golf clubs and indoor foam golf balls, will be provided.  After-School Golf Academy.  Murray Lake Elementary Gym .  Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm.  $65.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

BODY SCULPTING

Define yourself! Tone up with weights, from beginner to advanced fitness levels.  This class is designed to firm your entire body and lose weight too!  Bring a set of hand weights, an exercise mat/towel & water.  Becky Ewing. Mondays & Wednesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime, beginning September 12.             Lowell Middle School Choir Room.  7pm – 8pm.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

BODY SCULPTING

Define yourself! Tone up with weights, from beginner to advanced fitness levels.  This class is designed to firm your entire body and lose weight too!  Bring a set of hand weights, an exercise mat/towel & water.  Becky Ewing.  Mondays & Wednesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime.  Lowell Middle School Choir Room.  7pm – 8pm. 

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

CO-ED NON-REGULATION VOLLEYBALL

All you will need is basic volleyball skills, so come have some fun and get plenty of exercise.  Tom & Stacy Sutton.  Wednesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime, beginning September 7.  7pm-9pm.  Alto Elementary School Gym.  $30 for September-January.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

CO-ED NON-REGULATION VOLLEYBALL - All you will need is basic volleyball skills, so come have some fun and get plenty of exercise. Tom & Stacy Sutton.  Wednesdays.  7pm-9pm.  Alto Elementary School Gym.  Jan – Jun.  $30, Open enrollment – join anytime. 

CO-ED NON-REGULATION VOLLEYBALL

All you will need is basic volleyball skills, so come have some fun and get plenty of exercise.  Tom & Stacy Sutton.  Wednesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime.  7pm-9pm.  Alto Elementary School Gym.  $30 January-June

MEN’S COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL

Men come and enjoy aggressive 4-on4 volleyball. An understanding of USAV rules is a prerequisite.  Bring in your team of four and play other highly advanced teams. Edward Nausieda.  Wednesdays, Open enrollment-join anytime, beginning September 7.  7pm-10pm.  Murray Lake Elementary Gym.  $30 for September-January.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

MEN’S COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL

*Tae Kwon Do - ALL AGES  – Thursday, 5-6:30pm OR Saturday  10-11:30am.  Members $45/Nonmembers $60

Adult Softball.  Get your team together for the Spring and Summer league.  More information to come, please contact the YMCA for more details. 

Lowell Area YMCA, 897-8445

9:30-10:30a.m. or

11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.

$5.00 per class

Youth.  TOTS Playgroups

Meet every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 8:30-10:00 and 10:00-11:30, Bushnell Elementary, 700 Elizabeth, Lowell, room 106.  $1 per child per session.  Last playgroup of the 2011-12 school year will be May 17.  Contact Lori at TOTS  987-2532

Youth.  Mar 22 - May 10

FAMILY STORYTIME

Stories, songs, crafts and lots of fun are guaranteed. For all ages. No registration required. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

BATON TWIRLING

This program promotes and develops: Physical Fitness, Artistic Expression, Competitive Spirit, Self-Confidence, and Poise.  Students are instructed in the art of baton twirling, learning twirls and tricks with one and two batons.  Students will perform their routines for parents, relatives and friends the last night of each session.  These classes are offered to boys and girls ages 4 and up.  Each class is 45 minutes.  New Expressions Dance-Twirl.  Thursdays.  4-7 years - 6:00pm.  8 years & up – 7:00pm.  Bushnell Elementary Gym.  $5/class. 

YOUTH.  Sep 22

BATON TWIRLING

This program promotes and develops: Physical Fitness, Artistic Expression, Competitive Spirit, Self-Confidence, and Poise.  Students are instructed in the art of baton twirling, learning twirls and tricks with one and two batons.  They also have fun with rhythmic twirling ribbons and pom-poms, putting these skills to music.  They will put the twirls and tricks they learn into fun dance-twirl and parade programs.  Students will perform their routines for parents, relatives and friends the last night of each session.  These classes are offered to boys and girls ages 4 and up.  Each class is 45 minutes.  New Expressions Dance-Twirl.  Thursdays, beginning Sept 22.  4-7 years - 6:00pm.  8 years & up – 7:00pm.  Bushnell Elementary Gym.  $5/class.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm at Cherry Creek Elementary School.  Improvisation is an important tool for an actor to have under their belt.  In this class, we will use improvisation games and activities to develop spontaneity, reaction skills, and overall stage presence.  We will look at everything from pantomime to voice and diction as students prepare for a final improvisation performance for family and friends on Nov 11.  The students will learn how to use audience participation and suggestions to form their scenes and characters.  Fee: $50.  Lowell Area Arts Council, 897-8545

Yoga with Susan

Level 1 Yoga.  Monday's at 7:00 PM in Lowell at Oak Hill Place, 2991 Alden Nash Ave, SE, Lowell, MI  49331, 616-307-0276.  E-mail: susanremar@gmail.com

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

PICKLEBALL - Pickleball, which intertwines aspects of the most well-known racquet sports: badminton, table tennis and tennis, is a fun game that is played on a court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball.  It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.  Angie Reedy.  Thursdays.  7pm-9pm.  Location:  TBD.  Jan – Jun.  $30, Open enrollment – join anytime. 

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball, which intertwines aspects of the most well-known racquet sports: badminton, table tennis and tennis, is a fun game that is played on a court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddles.  Angie Reedy.  Thursdays, Open enrollment-join anytime.  7pm-9pm.  Murray Lake Elementary.  $30 January-June. 

Mar 19 - 23

Nutrition Week at the Y

Stop in for healthy recipes and nutritional guidelines.  Lowell Area YMCA, 897-8445

Youth.  Mar 2 – May 25

RHYME TIME MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Move and groove together with action rhymes, songs, and hands-on musical activities that will help children develop motor, listening, and literacy skills. For ages 6 and under with a caregiver. No registration required. Fridays at 11 a.m. *No Rhyme Time Mar 9 & 30, Apr 6 or May 11.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Apr 27 – May 12

THE ODD COUPLE – DINNER THEATRE

Presented by the Thebes Players, this classic comedy will be presented as a dinner theatre production at Larkin’s Other Place in downtown Lowell on the evenings of April 27, 28, May 4, 5, 11 & 12 and a matinee on Sunday, May 6.   Tickets must be purchased in advance for dinner and show only tickets are available.  All seats are reserved. For more information and to purchase tickets call or visit LowellArts! at 897-8545, 149 S. Hudson.

Youth.  Apr 13, 20, 27, May 5, 12, 19 

TOTS Little Doodlers Art Class

Bushnell Elementary, ages 2-5.  Cost: $12.  Registration Required.  Contact Lori at TOTS  987-2532

*Tai Chi  - ALL AGES – Saturdays, 7-8am.  Members $40/Nonmember $60

May 5

Hike For A Cure

Saturday, 9:30 am.  Location: WWC.  Check in at 8:30 am., Hike starts at 9:30 am.

Help Hunt For a Cure raise funds for cystic fibrosis research. Hikers will collect donations before the hike and bring the funds with them to the check in. Anyone who collects $100 or more will receive a HFC tee-shirt. Trophies will be awarded to the hikers with the highest totals. Teams of hikers can be formed to challenge other teams! Funds raised will support research at Michigan State University. If you have questions, or want to get a pledge form, call Jeff at 616-897-7829 or

Pete at 616-450-7850. Forms are also available at the WWC.   Wittenbach/Wege Agriscience and Environmental Education Center, 616-987-2565, mjohnson@lowellschools.com.

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

May 5

Fun on the Farm

Saturday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.  Location: WWC.  Join us for a day of Fun on the Farm. Ever been eye to eye with a newborn calf? Want to pet a lamb? The Lowell High School FFA Chapter

will provide you with these opportunities and more as you get a chance to get up close and personal with several of our barnyard friends. This event is free and all are encouraged to attend.  Wittenbach/Wege Agriscience and Environmental Education Center, 616-987-2565, mjohnson@lowellschools.com.

BOWNE TOWNSHIP HISOTRICAL COMMISSION

FALLASBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The John Fallas House Museum, the Schoolhouse Museum and the Misner House Museum will all be open for tours.  The Fallasburg Historical Society and their museums have been participating in this event since its inception.  13944 Covered Bridge Road, Lowell, Mi. 49331.  www.fallasburg.org

May 5 & 6 

“SPRING INTO THE PAST” 

Tri River Historical Museum Network, Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.  The 21 museums of the Tri River Group include the following: Alton Historic Church Museum, Averill Historical Museum of Ada,  Belrockton Dormitory in Belding,  Boston-Saranac Depot Museum, Bowne Township Historical Commission Museums and School House, Cascade Historical Society, Cedar Springs Museum, Charlton Park Museum and Village (Hastings), Clarksville/Campbell Historical Society, Fighting Falcon Museum (Greenville), Flat River Museum (Greenville), Freeport Historical Society, Grattan Township Historical Society, Blanchard House (Ionia), Lake Odessa Depot Museum, Lowell Area Historical Museum, Oakfield Pioneer Heritage Museum,  Old Fence Rider Historical Center (Edmore) and Pine Forest Museum (Edmore).  Visit these museums and discover the history of your family and community as you take a walk into the past.  Each museum will have special display or fun events during these two days.  Admission is free.   Contact any of these museums for further details or to get a brochure filled with all the information on these wonderful treasures.

BOWNE TOWNSHIP HISOTRICAL COMMISSION

Our museums will be open on Sat. May 5th from 11am until 8pm. Sat. you can have dinner at the Methodist Church at Bowne Center between 5 and 7.  On Sunday, May 6^th we are open from 11am until 5pm.  We are holding a fund raiser during this time and we are selling raffle tickets for a chance to spend a night at the Soaring Eagle Resort with tickets to a show.  We have several other prizes also:  Golf at Tyler Creek, Maple Syrup from Chris Wenger, a bird feeder from Blue Ribbon Feeds, a game from Spring Grove Variety and hair cuts from Great Clips.  Tickets are on sale now and the drawing for the prizes will be held on May 6^th.   Contact Sally Johnson  (616-868-6424 or srjohnson4@charter.net) for information.

May 5 & 6 

“SPRING INTO THE PAST” 

Tri River Historical Museum Network, Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.  The 21 museums of the Tri River Group include the following: Alton Historic Church Museum, Averill Historical Museum of Ada,  Belrockton Dormitory in Belding,  Boston-Saranac Depot Museum, Bowne Township Historical Commission Museums and School House, Cascade Historical Society, Cedar Springs Museum, Charlton Park Museum and Village (Hastings), Clarksville/Campbell Historical Society, Fighting Falcon Museum (Greenville), Flat River Museum (Greenville), Freeport Historical Society, Grattan Township Historical Society, Blanchard House (Ionia), Lake Odessa Depot Museum, Lowell Area Historical Museum, Oakfield Pioneer Heritage Museum,  Old Fence Rider Historical Center (Edmore) and Pine Forest Museum (Edmore).  Visit these museums and discover the history of your family and community as you take a walk into the past.  Each museum will have special display or fun events during these two days.  Admission is free.   Contact any of these museums for further details or to get a brochure filled with all the information on these wonderful treasures.

Join us for a blended worship service of traditional and contemporary styles each Sunday at 8:30a.m. or 10:30a.m.

First United Methodist Church is located at 621 E. Main St., Lowell.  You may contact us at 897-5936.

Youth.  Spring Soccer (April 23-June 9).  Levels: U6-U8 Coed, U10-U14 Boys and Girls.  U8-U14 will have one practice per week determined by the volunteer coach and games will be played on Saturdays.  U10-U14 teams may travel to other YMCA’s for games.  U6 coed (no 3-yr olds) will combine practice and game time on either Thursday evenings or Saturdays. Price:

U6 Coed = $30 member/$60 non-member, U8 Coed, U10-U14 Boys/Girls = $37 members/$74 non-members: includes team jersey.  Location: Creekside Park.  Registration Deadline: April 5^th

Youth.  Preschool Sports (Ages 3-5).  Preschool Sports classes offered for Spring: more information to come, please contact the YMCA for more details.  Price $30 member/$60 non-member

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

Legos

In our technological society, today’s manufacturers and workers need to be able to design, engineer and manufacture new technologies and products using creativity and innovation.   America has always been a leader in this area, thanks maybe, to toy manufacturers that have brought us “thinking toys” like: Tinker Toys, Lincoln Logs, Erector Sets and LEGOS. Generations now have acknowledged the educational benefits of these toys/tools.  Learn how to design and engineer projects with Mr. Kovach using LEGOS in Engineering 101 with LEGOS.  In this 5-week Science Technology program students will learn to use design illustrations to create projects using LEGOS.  Something for all levels of LEGO lovers!  Mr. Jim Kovach.  Mondays, April 30, May 7, 14 & 21.  4-5:30pm.  Cherry Creek Elementary.  $49. 

WALKING AT BUSHNELL

Bushnell Elementary opens their doors from 4:30– 6:00pm each school day to provide the community a safe, dry environment in which to walk. We invite you to participate in this activity.

YOUTH CHEERLEADING – YOUNG CHAMPIONS

This fun course is designed for making friends while learning choreographed pom-pom and dance routines.  You will also learn the most popular jumps, leaps, and several other skills required for school tryouts.  There are optional events offered such as competitions, tournaments, parades and clinics.  (some events are seasonal)  Optional uniforms and merchandise can be purchased at class. These classes are offered to boys and girls ages 4-15.  Each class is 45 minutes.  Mondays.  6:00pm.  Cherry Creek Cafeteria.  Classes are $7 each week.  Registration fee: $7. 

ZUMBA

WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Tuesdays at Grand River Riverfront Park
Bootcamp  - 9:30am
Bootcamp - 7pm

Wednesdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 9am
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 7pm

Thursdays at Ignite Church
Zumba Toning - 7pm

Saturdays at Ignite Church
WERQ dance.fitness.workout - 9am

Each class ends with a 10 minute Abs express workout included with the price for class
Class pricing is $7 to drop in or $50 for a 10 visit punchcard that expires 3 months from date of purchase

Thank you again for all your help!

-- 
Nikki Snyder

YOUTH CHEERLEADING – YOUNG CHAMPIONS

This fun course is designed for making friends while learning choreographed pom-pom and dance routines.  You will also learn the most popular jumps, leaps, and several other skills required for school tryouts.  There are optional events offered such as competitions, tournaments, parades and clinics.  (some events are seasonal)  Optional uniforms and merchandise can be purchased at class. Optional Pom Poms are available.  These classes are offered to boys and girls ages 4-15.  Each class is 45 minutes.  Mondays, Registration night is Sept. 19.  5:30pm.  Cherry Creek Cafeteria.  Classes are $7 each week.  Registration fee: $7.  Lowell Community Education 987-2550 or tstranger@lowellschools.com

May 8

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Join us for a friendly, informal discussion of “Wuthering Heights” by Emily Bronte. No registration is required. Tuesday at 10 a.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Ages 13-17.  Great for all levels of fitness.  The group will work through a circuit of cardio and strength machines to improve your health and Wellness.  Tuesday & Thursday: 3:15pm to 4:00pm.  YMCA Member: $30.  Non-Member: $60

Youth.  May 8

KIDZ KLUB-DADS AND KIDS MAKING MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS

It’s a special time for fun, interactive programs just for school kids – this month we offer a special craft time for dads and kids to make special gifts in time for Mother’s Day – and you’ll be using stuff from the hardware store to do it! For ages 6 and up. No registration required. Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Youth.  May 8  

TOTS Annual Preschool Carnival

Bushnell Elementary Gym, 6:30-7:30.  Cost:$2 per child.  Contact Lori at TOTS  987-2532

Flat River Outreach Ministries invites you to join us for our 2nd Annual "Grazing with FROM," being held at the FROM facility at 11535 E. Fulton, Lowell.  This year's event will be a celebration and thank-you to our Capital Campaign donors, who are making it possible for our organization to do some much-needed improvements and additions to accommodate our ever-growing program without using a dime of general budget money. 

 Everyone in our greater Lowell area is invited to come and hear about the wonderful service assistance our organzation provides people in their time of need -- food, utility and rent assistance, summer lunch program, backpack program, tax preparation and more.  Currently, we are in the process of adding self-help programs for our clients, such as job search skills, financial management and computer training.

If you would like to be part of this event, where several "Information Stations" will serve you a light entree and a ton of information, please call Heidi at 897-8260, The Flat River Outreach office. 

May 9

COMPUTER BASICS – INTERNET BLOGS, WIKIS, SOCIAL NETWORKING AND MORE

This class will offer an overview of Web 2.0 tools including blogs, wikis, media sharing, instant

messaging and social websites, like Twitter and Facebook. Learn what you can do with these

tools and visit examples of each. Prerequisites: Students must be experienced with the mouse

and Internet. Registration for these free computer classes begins April 2, 2012 for KDL cardholders and April 9, 2012 for non-KDL cardholders. For adults. To register, please call 616-784-2007. Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

May 11

Foodmobile

Flat River Outreach Ministries Foodmobile - Lowell Fairgrounds Saturdays special time 6pm – 7pm or until food is gone.  Bring your own bag or box.  Available to residents of the greater Lowell area.  Flat River Outreach Ministries, 897-8260

May 12

Veen Observatory Visitors Night

See Mars, Saturn, star clusters and galaxies. View the splendors of the night with the observatory telescopes and others provided by club members.  $3 adults, $2 for children. Open from 9:30 pm to midnight only if the sky is clear. Call 897-7065 for sky conditions or see our website, graaa.org.

May 15

STAFF AND FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BRUNCH

A special luncheon will be held for the Friends of the Englehardt Library and its staff to show appreciation for all they do. Join our Friends group and be part of the fun! Please telephone Joy Smith at 897-7957 to reserve a seat. Tuesday at 11 a.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

Youth.  May 15

DROP IN CRAFT TIME

Drop in at the library for some creative fun with this self-directed activity. For children ages 6 and under with a caregiver. No registration required. Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

May 18 – 20

MAYFEST BLUEGRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL

KENT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN LOWELL, MI.  Concerts on stage on Friday through Sunday.  All concerts inside (it’s warm and dry).  Plenty of camping on the grounds.  Electric and water available.  Music and jamming on the grounds all weekend.  Activities galore including instrument workshops, slow jams, vendors/crafters, barn sale and silent auction, songwriters contest, kids activities, craft sessions, food.  A full weekend.  Adult admission ticket is as low as $20.  Kids 15 years and under are free.  This is a family friendly community musical event.  For information contact Dave Simmonds at (616) 897-6220 or president@wmbma.org.  Check our website at www.wmbma.org.

May 19 & 20

West Michigan Stage Race

This Tour de France style bike race will involve the three most common forms of bicycle racing.  Time Trial, 7.5 mile out and back where racer compete against the clock.  Criterium, fast paced race on a 1 mile loop where racers compete for prizes, and culminating in the Road Race.  Sunday May 20^th, downtown Lowell.  This 30 mile course will have the racers riding for 1-3 laps depending on ability.  Come see the excitement.  Check www.wmsr.co for details or if you would like to volunteer for this amazing bicycle event.  Brian Bangma  info@42-85.com, 616-481-8857

BABYSITTING TRAINING

This class will provide all participants the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe and responsible care for infants and children.  We focus on five key areas: Leadership, Safety and safe play, Basic first aid, Critical emergency action skills, Professionalism.  An American Red Cross Certificate is issued upon completion.  Ages 11-15 years. Bring a snack lunch.  Rockford Ambulance.  Runciman Building Rm 104.  Saturday, May 19.  9:00am-4:00pm.  $65 includes handbook and certificate. 

The West Michigan Stage Race, a bicycle road race, will take place in Lowell on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Main Street will be closed between Hudson and Jackson Streets from 7:00 a.m. to approximately 2:00 p.m.

There will be access to all businesses along Main Street during the race. West Main Street business can be accessed via Chatham and Broadway Streets. East Main Street businesses can be accessed via Avery or Kent Streets.

Come downtown to watch an exciting race and enjoy the many shops and vendors open that day.

If interested in racing check out the website below:
http://www.wmsr.co/

Contact Information:
Barry Getzen
Lowell Police Dept
616-897-7123
bgetzen@ci.lowell.mi.us

May 22

TEEN CREW ORIENTATION

We’re looking for a few good teens to volunteer their time this summer to help with Summer Reading @ KDL. Enthusiasm and energy are a must. Fun times guaranteed! Registration is required via a paper application. Applications available after May 1. Visit your local branch for details. For teens grades 6-12.  Kent District Library - Englehardt-Lowell Branch, 784-2007

May 26                                                            

Veen Observatory Visitors Night

See Saturn, star clusters and the crescent moon. View the splendors of the night sky with the observatory telescopes and others provided by club members.  $3 adults, $2 for children. Open from 9:30 pm to midnight only if the sky is clear.  Call 897-7065 for sky conditions or go to our website at graaa.org.