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Upcoming Programs & Events
18TH ANNUAL PRIME-TIME BASKETBALL CAMP
When: Saturday,November 12, 2011 - December 17, 2011 (No classes Nov. 26th)
Where: Richard A. Young Recreation Center
Who: Grades 1-8 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $49.00 per participant
(includes free T-Shirt)
Participants will receive valuable personal one-on-one instruction in the following areas: Ball Handling, Rebounding, Shooting, PostPlay, Defense, and “Jab Step Series”.
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TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
The City of Dearborn Heights annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 7:00 p.m., at the Dearborn Heights City Hall, 6045 Fenton. The welcoming of Santa Claus to Dearborn Heights highlights this festive event. How will Santa arrive this year? No one knows except Santa and his helpers. All residents of Dearborn Heights are encouraged to be in attendance and assist in the singing of Christmas Carols. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Santa will be available for visitations. Don't forget to bring your camera to make a memory!
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YOUTH FLOOR HOCKEY
The Dearborn Heights Parks and Recreation Department is offering a Floor Hockey Program for boys and girls in grades 1 - 5. The program will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. This will be a non-competitive league, with coaching emphasis on basic skills, team work and sportsmanship. No checking will be allowed. Mouth pieces and eye protection will be provided at no extra charge and their use during play is required.
Grades 1 - 2 Grades 3 - 5
Thursdays Thursdays
4:10 - 5:10 p.m. 5:10 - 6:10 p.m.
Dates: January 26 – March 22, 2012
(Registration begins Thursday, December 1st)
The cost is $30.00 per child.
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DADDY-DAUGHTER SWEETHEART BALL
Join us for a special evening, Saturday, February 4, 2012, 7-8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Any father who has a daughter age 3-17 can participate. If daddy can't come maybe grandpa, an uncle, or big brother can. If you have more than one daughter, great! Bring them all!!! Registration begins January 2, 2012. Entertainment is provided by a disc jockey. The cost is $15 per couple for residents, $17.00 per couple for non-residents and $6.00 for each additional daughter. Program includes dancing, a special gift to remember the evening and refreshments. Tickets available at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center. Registration will be first come, first serve.
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DADDY-DAUGHTER DATE NIGHT
Our 24th Annual Daddy-Daughter Date Night will be held on February 11, 2012 at the Richard A. Young Center at 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. for photos. Daughters age 3-17 can participate. If daddy can't come maybe grandpa, an uncle, or big brother can. There will be square dancing, punch and cookies, a long stem carnation, and a photo will be taken of the father and daughter(s) for a souvenir of the evening. Cost is $15.00 per couple for residents, $17.00 per couple for non-residents and $6.00 for each additional daughter. Registration and tickets will be available beginning Monday, January 2, 2012 at the Richard A. Young Center, and the Canfield Center. Registration will be first come, first serve, space is limited.
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MOTHER-SON SWEETHEART BALL Join us for a special evening, Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7-8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. Sons ages 3-12 can participate. If mother can't come, maybe grandma, an aunt, or big sister can. If you have more than one son, great! Bring them all!!! Registration begins January 2, 2012. Entertainment is provided by a disc jockey. The cost is $15 per couple for residents, $17.00 per couple for non-residents and $6.00 for each additional son. Program includes dancing, a special gift to remember the evening and refreshments. Tickets available at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center and the Canfield Community Center. Registration will be first come, first serve. |
Youth ages 6 - 12 can participate in this exciting summer program. The program runs weekly April 9, 2012 -April 13, 2012. Instructor and aide ratio will be 1 to every 12 children. Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Participants are required to bring a sack lunch and 1 drink and 2 snacks (drinks for snack time will be provided). Program will include field trips twice a week, arts & crafts, sports, games, movies, etc. A program schedule will be available upon request. Pre-registration and advance payment is required before each week begins. First come first serve, there is a maximum of 60 participants per each session. The cost for the Day Camp is $110.00 per week for residents, $125.00 per week for non-residents. The program will be held at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center.
Before Care and After Care Program
A Before Care and After Care Program will be held for the participants registered for the Summer Day Camp. Toys, games and activities will be provided. It will be available from 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Richard A. Young Recreation Center. The weekly cost for a.m. care is $20.00 per week. The weekly cost for p.m. care is $20.00 per week. If you register for both a.m. and p.m. the cost is $40.00 (discount not available to non-residents). Pre-registration is required. The daily rate for each 2 hour time block is $8.00 (2-2 hour time blocks per day will cost $10.00). Call 791-3600 for more information.
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PROGRAM CHANGES - Program information including dates, times, locations and fees are subject to change per the discretion of the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department due to the number of participants enrolled, instructors and room availability.
SEASONAL JOBS - Part-time positions are available throughout the year. Part-time Computer Instructor, Softball & Basketball Scorekeepers, Field Supervisors, Custodial, Day Camp Supervisor & Leaders, Summer Recreation Playground Leaders, Floor Hockey Coaches, Officials, & Timekeepers. For more information on any of these positions please contact the Dearborn Heights Parks & Recreation Department at 791-3600. |
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