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City Briefs for September 2012 and News Releases
DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROMOTION TO HOST ANNUAL IMMUNIZATION FAIR
Eligible children newborn through 18 years of age can receive free immunizations for a host of diseases including polio, rubella, measles, mumps, tetanus, chicken pox, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and Hepatitis B. Parents and guardians should bring a copy of their child’s shot record, identification and insurance card if Medicaid insures. Participants are eligible for shots if they are under-insured or have no insurance.
Free Immunizations are available on Aug. 28, Sept. 6 & Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Herman Kiefer, 1151 Taylor.
For more information, please call (313) 876-4334.
DETROIT HEALTH DEPARTMENT PROVIDES BIRTH AND IMMUNIZATION RECORDS FOR CHILDREN BEFORE SCHOOL BEGINS
The Detroit Department of Health & Wellness Promotion (DHWP) provides birth and immunization records needed before children go back to school.
Birth Records - DHWP requires proper identification for birth application requests. Individuals under the age of 16 are unable to request a copy of their own record. The Vital Records Division is located at 1151 Taylor and is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (313) 876-4929.
Immunizations - Immunizations are available on Aug. 28, Sept. 6 & Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Herman Kiefer, 1151 Taylor. For more information, call (313) 876-4334.
RECREATION CENTERS TO CLOSE AUGUST 27 – SEPTEMBER 7 FOR CLEAN UP, PAINT UP, FIX UP!
City of Detroit Recreation Centers will be closed from August 27 – September 7 as the staff cleans, sanitizes, and completes repairs at the centers. For information, call 224-1129 or your local recreation center.
RECREATION DEPARTMENT TO HOST OPEN HOUSES SEPT. 10-14
Detroit residents can visit their local recreation centers and learn more about the programs and services available during a series of open houses September 10 – 14.
September 10
Patton Recreation Center, 2031 Woodmere | 628-2000 5 – 7 p.m.
September 11
Adams/Butzel Complex, 10500 Lyndon | 628-0990 5 – 7 p.m.
September 12
Adams/Butzel Complex, 10500 Lyndon | 628-0990 5 – 7 p.m.
Clemente Recreation Center, 2631 Bagley | 224-0228 1 – 7 p.m.
Crowell Recreation Center, 16630 Lahser | 628-2047 5 – 7 p.m.
Farwell Recreation Center, 2781 E. Outer Drive | 628-2028 Noon–2 p.m. (Seniors) 4–6 p.m. (General)
Coleman Young Recreation Center
2751 Robert Bradby Drive Dr. | 628-0995 5 – 6 p.m.
Williams Recreation Center, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd. | 628-2039 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
September 13
Butzel Family Center, 7734 Kercheval | 628-2100 Noon – 2 p.m. & 4 – 6 p.m.
Heilmann Recreation Center, 19601 Crusade | 224-9334 5 – 7 p.m.
Lasky Recreation Center, 13200 Fenelon | 628-2030 5 – 7 p.m.
September 14
Kemeny Recreation Center, 2260 S. Fort | 628-0956 5 – 7 p.m.
Lipke Recreation Center, 19320 Van Dyke | 628-0937 4 – 7 p.m.
RECYCLE PRINTER CARTRIDGES, CELL PHONES AND SMALL ELECTRONICS WITH RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Do you have any printer toner and ink cartridges, cell phones or small electronics (cameras, iPods, MP3 players, laptop computers, GPS systems) that you need to recycle? The City of Detroit Recreation Department recycles these items at the following locations:
Detroit Recreation Department Patton Recreation Center
Northwest Activities Center 2307 Woodmere
18100 Meyers Road – Upper Level
Lipke Recreation Center Young Recreation Center
19320 Van Dyke 2751 Robert Bradby
Crowell Recreation Center Heilmann Recreation Center
16630 Lahser Rd. 19601 Crusade
For more information, please call 224-1125.
To see more of the City Briefs for September 2012 click here: City Briefs September 2012.
Hustle In The Park 8-29-12
Join Focus Hope for its healthy living event. Dancers of all ages are welcomed to come out for a night of dancing. Beginners and Advanced Hustle dancers will have a great time.
Date
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Time
6pm – 8pm
Location
Cool Cities Park
located on Oakman Blvd between Woodrow Wilson and Hamilton
Additional Info: This Event FREE!!! And Open To The Public
For more Information Contact
Esteria Rogan
(313) 469-4922
esteria.rogan@focushope.edu
Crusade for America Parent and Youth March-August 25th March
Build Up Your Family Strengths
Whole Foods Market-Detroit August Schedule
August Whole Foods Market classes are now available. See below for the class schedule.
If you are interested in attending, please email Amanda Musilli at Amanda.Musilli@wholefoods.com. Every class will take place at the Detroit office at 3670 Woodward Ave.
- Monday, August 13 – 5:30 pm – Healthy Eating Discussion Groups: Take a stroll with us from the Whole Foods Market Detroit office to a neighboring venue and share your healthy eating struggles and successes. Dinner is optional, and will not be provided by WFM. This week we will meet at Seva, located at 66 East Forest Ave.
- Tuesday, August 14 – noon – Willpower and Dieting Don’t Work: Dr. Akua Woolbright will be discussing why we naturally crave certain foods and how to end the cycle.
- Tuesday, August 14 – 5:30 pm – Four Pillars of Health: Come learn how Whole Foods Market’s healthy eating program is different than any other on the market. We have created a plan that will empower you to adopt a lifestyle that promotes optimal health, vitality, rejuvenation, and a healthy weight.
- Wednesday, August 15 – noon – Food Label Reading: Join Dr. Akua Woolbright for a hands-on class that will show you some quick tips for decoding nutrition information panels and ingredient lists. You are encouraged to bring one of your favorite packaged food products for Dr. Woolbright to decode. You will never look at food the same again.
- Wednesday, August 15 – 5:30 pm – Making A Healthy Eating Plan That Sticks: Dr. Akua Woolbright will lead the group in an interactive discussion about the barriers to healthy eating and strategies and tips for creating a plan that works for you.
- Friday, August 17 – noon – Healthy Eating Discussion Groups: Take a stroll with us from the Whole Foods Market Detroit office to a neighboring venue and share your healthy eating struggles and successes. Lunch is optional, and will not be provided by WFM. This week we will meet at The Raw Cafe, located at 4160 Woodward Ave.
- Monday, August 20 – 8 am – Healthy Eating Discussion Groups: Take a stroll with us from the Whole Foods Market Detroit office to a neighboring venue and share your healthy eating struggles and successes. Breakfast/coffee is optional, and will not be provided by WFM. This week we will meet at Great Lakes Coffee, located at 3965 Woodward Ave.
- Monday, August 20 – noon – Four Pillars of Health: Come learn how Whole Foods Market’s healthy eating program is different than any other on the market. We have created a plan that will empower you to adopt a lifestyle that promotes optimal health, vitality, rejuvenation, and a healthy weight.
- Monday, August 20 – 5:30 pm – Food Label Reading: Join Dr. Akua Woolbright for a hands-on class that will show you some quick tips for decoding nutrition information panels and ingredient lists. You are encouraged to bring one of your favorite packaged food products for Dr. Woolbright to decode. You will never look at food the same again.
- Friday, August 24 – noon – Making A Healthy Eating Plan That Sticks: Dr. Akua Woolbright will lead the group in an interactive discussion about the barriers to healthy eating and strategies and tips for creating a plan that works for you.
- Friday, August 24 – 5:30 pm – Willpower and Dieting Don’t Work: Dr. Akua Woolbright will be discussing why we naturally crave certain foods and how to end the cycle.
All classes will be free of charge, but registration is required since space is limited. The parking structure located behind our office is available for you to park, but parking is $6. Unfortunately, we will not be able to validate parking at this time.
Healthy Living: Hustle In The Park
Join Focus Hope for its healthy living event. Dancers of all ages are welcomed to come out for a night of dancing. Beginners and Advanced Hustle dancers will have a great time.
Date
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Time
6pm – 8pm
Location
Cool Cities Park
located on Oakman Blvd between Woodrow Wilson and Hamilton
Additional Info: This Event FREE!!! And Open To The Public
For more Information Contact
Esteria Rogan
(313) 469-4922
esteria.rogan@focushope.edu
This is the first of a series of many healthy living events at the park.
4th Annual Safe Streets Youth Ride
The 2012 Safe Streets Youth Ride is the culmination of Back Alley Bikes’ summer youth riding season. This year’s ride, which starts in the Back Alley Bikes parking lot, will be 10-15 miles in length and will include several different neighborhoods within the city. Please join us for a Parent & Volunteer Appreciation BBQ after the ride!
To buy tickets visit: https://www.wepay.com/x3mebvd/events/4th-annual-safe-streets-youth-ride
Hustle In the Park
Join Focus Hope for its healthy living event. Dancers of all ages are welcomed to come out for a night of dancing. Beginners and Advanced Hustle dancers will have a great time.
Date
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Time
6pm – 8pm
Location
Cool Cities Park
located on Oakman Blvd between Woodrow Wilson and Hamilton
Additional Info: This Event FREE!!! And Open To The Public
For more Information Contact
Esteria Rogan
(313) 469-4922
esteria.rogan@focushope.edu
This is the first of a series of many healthy living events at the park.
Free Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters
