Oxford Township Parks & Recreation Senior Programs
Join Gerry Bouchard as he offers a Introductory Course on Wood Carving. This is a 3 part series. Part 1 is 4 Zoom meetings. Each Zoom class is 30 minute of instruction and 1 hour carving time. Check out Senior Break for interview with Gerry and to learn more.
Part 1 of this Introductory Course Includes:
- The History of Wood Carving
- The Different Types of Carvings
- The Different Types of Wood
- Overview of Various Wood Carving Tools
- 4 Zoom Meetings
- Wood Blank to Carve
Just in time for winter! Carving a 7" high snowman with top hat, scarf, and bag with presents.
- When: Mondays, January 11- February 1
- Time: 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
- Cost: $60.00 (Oxford Resident subtract $5)
- Register: oxparkrec.org or by calling (248) 628-1720
Additional Required Materials:
$22.00 Amazon book or $10.00 Kindle version- The Complete Book of Wood Carving by Everett Ellenwood. Book will be used in all 3 part series.
$20.00 Carving Knife (Flexcut detail knife preferred).
 Oxford Township Parks & Recreation is offering a unique opportunity to travel to Mackinac Island in grand style! The “Grand Experience” trip is an all-inclusive, discount package for travelers ages 50+, complete with exciting events, accommodations at luxurious Grand Hotel, four-course meals, carriage tours, beer and wine receptions, shopping discounts and more!
The Grand Experience trip will take place on October 25- 28, 2021. Space is limited to 14 participants. Bus transportation is provided by Bianco Tours & Transportation. Bianco Tours current Covid-19 Commitment information is available on their site. All accommodations, transportation, events and meals are included in the trip cost.
Events and programs include bocci contest, cooking demonstration, chipping and putting contest, carriage tour, history lectures and more! In addition, all Grand Experience travelers enjoy discounted golf at Grand Hotel’s Jewel Golf Course.
To learn more or register today, contact Dawn Medici at (248) 628-1720 x 101 or email at dawnmedici@oxparkrec.org. Additional information- "Grand Experience" flyer.
 Hear the Bailey family story come to life
Join us on Zoom as Oakland County Parks and Recreation Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo discusses the fascinating history of Independence Oaks County Park during the program Fireside Chat – Ten Sons and a Front Yard Burial: The Story of the Bailey Homestead at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 12.
Learn more about one of the first families to settle in the area, the Bailey family, their property and their legacy during this free virtual event.
This program is limited to 300 participants on Zoom. The chat will be moderated by Oakland County Parks and Recreation staff. Those interested can click on the Zoom link in the Fireside Chat flyer to join the fun.
This event is the first in a series of four Fireside Chats scheduled this winter and spring.
 |
|
Virtual Thursdays at the Museum is back after a brief holiday hiatus. This week DIA studio instructors will share highlights from the 12th Annual Community Group Art exhibition that features works of art created through a partnership between the museum and seven human service agencies in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Art therapist and Mariners Inn art program coordinator Karianne Spens-Hanna artist will then lead participants through an art-based mindfulness exercise. Learn More!
Information provided by the January letter from the director | At Home with the DIA.
|
Michiganders can now enjoy over 150 FREE online group classes designed for and led by older adults. Offerings include classes on how to use a smartphone or tablet, how to use video conferencing like Zoom, grocery delivery, as well as virtual social hours, which have all become more necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic. This grant is supported by the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, and in partnership with GetSetUp.
These classes are designed to keep your mind active, allow you to engage with others, in-crease your ability to live independently and learn new things. And most importantly, have fun!
Visit https://www.getsetup.io/partner/michigan to sign up for FREE classes for Michigan-ders age 60 and over. Use coupon code MICHIGANHEALTH to waive any fees associated with small group classes.
Take the "New Member Orientation" to get started! If you need help, email help@getsetup.io or call 1-888-559-1614. Get started today!
Interested in day or extended travel in 2021? Check out these scheduled tours. If interested contact the Oxford Township Parks & Recreation to put your name on an interest list. Upon confirmation of the tour, OTPR will notify you and request payment. Click on the tour to see additional information.
Day Travel Schedule:
March 24- Meadowbrook Mary Jane
March 26- DSO Broadway Now and Then
April 7- Holy Toledo
April 20- Firekeepers Casino
April 28- Meadowbrook Little Shop of Horrors
May 5- Holland Tulip Festival
June 2- Meadowbrook Fancy
June 11- DSO Soul Men
Extended Travel Schedule:
April 25- 30- Spotlight on Santa Fe
May 16- 23- Pacific Northwest & California
May 20- June 1- Treasures of Europe
May 25- 26- Cruisin' Kentucky Gangster Style
July 12- 13- Thunder Bay Resort
August 13- 24- Croatia & It's Islands
August 28- September 8- National Parks of America
October 7- 21- Sicily and Its Isles
October 25- 28 Mackinaw Grand Experience
|
