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Issue 11 | Winter 2022 | Charter Township of Orion, Michigan
There's
snow place
like orion
What’s Inside
Come play in the snow
at Orion Snowcation and
Downtown ice festivities
Cure the winter blues with
programs from the Orion
Library, Parks & Recreation
Photo by Jesse Hayes
Your quarterly
guide
Chamber celebrates Impact
Award winners
LOCS toots its horn about
school music programs
to life in Orion
Orion Area
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Useful Numbers
EMERGENCIES
911
NON-EMERGENCY DISPATCH
POLICE/FIRE/EMS
248-858-4911
LAKE ORION POLICE
DEPARTMENT (VILLAGE)
248-693-8321
ORION TOWNSHIP
(INCLUDING FIRE
DEPARTMENT)
248-391-0304
WATER OR SEWER
EMERGENCIES
AFTER-HOURS
248-858-4911
ORION AREA CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE
248-693-6300
ORION TOWNSHIP
PUBLIC LIBRARY
248-693-3000
LAKE ORION COMMUNITY
SCHOOLS
248-693-5400
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY (DDA)
248-693-9742
VILLAGE OF
LAKE ORION
248-693-8391
ROAD COMMISSION FOR
OAKLAND COUNTY
877-858-4804
LAKE ORION
POST OFFICE
248-693-3253
COVER: Owen F., Payton S. and Mikah F. participated in the first Sledding & S’mores
ONTV fun at Jesse Decker Park as part of the Township’s Orion Snowcation event last winter.
248-393-1060 Many similar activities are planned for this winter.
Background photo by K Gedda Smith
A new year of possibilities awaits
WELCOME TO ORION LIVING
n October, we experienced a 1000- “The greatness of a community is most tour the facility. Keep an eye on our
year rain event, with six to eight accurately measured by the compassion- social media pages for the date.
inches of rainfall in two hours. ate actions of its members,” and that
Hundreds of homes were effected as well couldn’t ring truer for Orion. No matter We Want Your Input!
as eight commercial buildings, including the event or what we are up against, the You can help shape the future of Orion
some of our schools. As in the past, Orion family always goes out of our way Township by completing this years’
the Township staff and our residents to help others. community survey. The survey provides
stepped up immediately to help each feedback to staff and officials to help us
other out. Due to the damage from the We’ve Moved! improve the quality of services, ame-
storm, I declared a State of Emergency. By the time this is published, we should nities, and recreational opportunities
If you are still asking for assistance from be settling nicely into our new facility, that we provide to the community. We
the State and Federal Governments, located at 2323 Joslyn Road, just north are always here to assist you, and your
and are in need of assistance, check of our previous location. If you haven’t investment in this survey will allow us
out our Community Support Services stopped by yet, we can’t wait for you to to provide you with the highest level of
page under the Community tab on our see it! We will be hosting an open house service. The survey is coming to a close
website. I want to thank our residents soon, where you will have a chance to soon—on December 31st—so if you
and businesses for their patience and haven’t taken it, now is your chance.
assistance. Coretta Scott King once said, Scan the QR code in this edition to
complete the survey today.
Hope you enjoy this edition of
Orion Living Magazine and can’t
wait to see during the eight weeks
of Orion Snowcation this winter!
Orion Living is a quarterly magazine produced
for the residents and businesses of Lake Orion,
Michigan by the Charter Township of Orion. Chris Barnett
Orion Township Supervisor
ED I TO R I A L B OA R D
Chris Barnett, Orion Township
Jenny Bhatti, Orion Township
Becky Bolin, Orion Township Public Library
Noelle Champagne,
Orion Area Chamber of Commerce
What’s Inside
Theresa Fiorani, Canoe Circle Graphics CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Molly LaLone, Lake Orion DDA
Mark Snyder, Lake Orion Community Schools LAKE ORION DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY . . . . . . 16
Jennifer Vezina,
PARKS & RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Orion Township Parks & Recreation
Aaron Whatley,
ORION NEIGHBORHOOD TELEVISION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Orion Township Parks & Recreation
A DV ER T I S I N G I N FO R M AT I O N
Contact Jenny Bhatti at Orion Township CALENDAR OF EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
for rates, sizes and deadlines.
248-391-0304, x1003 or
jbhatti@oriontownship.org
ORION AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Graphic Design by Canoe Circle Graphics
ORION TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
LAKE ORION COMMUNITY SCHOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
©2021 Charter Township of Orion. All rights
reserved. No part of this publication shall be
duplicated without express written consent.
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 3
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
What’s going there?
The community
survey is live!
Orion Township is conducting a
community survey to gather infor-
mation about how we are doing
and how we can better serve our
residents. Your input will help us
deliver the best possible services
and help us make important deci-
sions over the next few years.
Grand Square of Orion Ponds of Orion
We appreciate your time. We
realize your time is valuable and This exciting new development is Located on the south side of Clarkston
expect it should take approxi- located on eight existing lots on Brown Road, between M–24 and Bald Mountain
mately 15 to 20 minutes to com- Road between Baldwin and Joslyn Road, tucked behind the old K–mart
plete this survey. Every question is Roads. It will be constructed in two (soon to be Meijer, see below for details), is
important and the time you invest phases, with two restaurants in the first the start of a multi–family development.
will help shape the future of Orion phase and three 4–story hotels in phase This townhome condominium develop-
Township. two. ment consists of nine 4–unit buildings
and one 8–unit building, along with a
The survey closes on December 31, Stadium Ridge Commercial clubhouse and outdoor pool, for a total
2021. Thank you for your input! of 44 residential units.
Located on the northeast corner of
Stadium Drive and Lapeer Road,
construction has begun on two retail
buildings, with the westernmost
building containing a drive–thru. The
driveway to access both buildings will
be on Stadium Drive.
Stadium Ridge Residential
Located to the east of Stadium Ridge
Commercial, with the entrance off of
Stadium Drive, will be a new residential
neighborhood consisting of 53 detached
single–family homes.
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FedEx Parking Lot Expansion
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Located at the southern end of Liberty
Drive, northwest of the Giddings and
Brown Road intersection. The project
includes purchasing four lots to be
combined with their current site, located
at 1601 Brown Road, to construct an
additional parking lot.
Orion Self–Storage Addition Meijer Grocery Store store in the plaza will remain, and the
Located in the former K–mart building Meijer will be built as a stand–alone
The existing self–storage site, located at
on Lapeer Road will be the addition of a building. The size of the store is con-
1007 Brown Road, featuring traditional
Meijer. The approved plan involves the siderably smaller than a typical Meijer
individual entry units. The addition will
demolition of the old K–mart building Supercenter, as this store will focus on
include the construction of an approx-
and constructing an approximately food offerings.
imately 29,500–square–foot building
with interior access and additional paved 90,000-square-foot Meijer Grocery Store There are always projects in the works at
parking. with a drive–thru pharmacy. The other Orion Township! Once the ground has
been broken, you’ll see an update on the
project here in Orion Living. Until then,
you can view cases moving through the
Planning Commission approval process
on the Township’s website or by attend-
ing a Planning Commission meeting the
first and third Wednesday of the month
at 7 pm. Additionally, all current project
under construction can be found on
the Township’s website under Current
Developments.
These
Oakland County Parks vehicle permits snowshoes
Oakland County seniors (62+), active military, veterans, and persons with
were made
permanent disabilities can receive a free Oakland County Parks Annual Vehicle for walkin’
Permit (AVP). For 2022, Orion Township has been set up as a pilot location for
Orion Oaks Park is
Oakland County residents to obtain their free AVP. Residents no longer need to
the perfect place for
go to one of the park locations to get their AVP.
cross-country skiing
In addition to the free passes, Orion Township Hall and the Orion Center will and snowshoeing this winter.
also be selling the Oakland County Parks Pass and the Combo Pass (Oakland If you haven’t tried either yet,
County/Huron-Clinton Metroparks) to all other residents and non-residents. This snowshoeing is generally easier
pass will allow you to enjoy Orion Oaks County Park, including our “famous” for beginners to pick up and learn
Dog Park located on Joslyn Road. Please scan the QR code above for more more quickly. Snowshoeing, for the
information. most part, uses the already strong,
In addition to Orion Oaks, you’ll enjoy access to Addison Oaks, Catalpa Oaks, stabilizing muscles in your legs
Groveland Oaks, Highland Oaks, Independence Oaks, Lyon Oaks, Red Oaks, that you use while walking. Winter
Rose Oaks, Springfield Oaks, and Waterford Oaks. hiking is also available. Either
way, take some time to explore the
For more information on each park, visit oakgov.com/parks. trails this winter.
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 5
Water Safety well needs electricity to pump the water
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
from the ground to the holding tank.
Be prepared for winter The holding tank provides an additional
source of water you can access in the
water emergencies
event of a prolonged electrical outage.
You should also be sure to store extra
water that can be used to flush your
toilet, in the event of electrical outages.
If a severe winter storm or other natural Water Authority System via Orion
disaster hits our community, access Township Water and electricity is lost,
to things like food and water could be you will still have safe, potable water.
Prevent pipes from freezing
severely limited. Having good informa- The water supply to your home is not If you have had problems with lines
tion about water safety could help your connected with its electrical supply. Your freezing in the past, inspect the lines
family get through a difficult time. water supply will only be compromised before the winter hits. If pipes are
in the event of a water main break. When exposed to outside walls, in crawl or
Safe, potable water this happens, you may lose your water attic spaces wrap them in insulation or
service completely for a period of time, heat tape.
It is suggested that at least one gallon of
water, per person, per day, be stored for or a “Boil Water Alert” may be issued. In addition to insulating the pipes, seal
emergency purposes. It is also suggested When water is still available, but the any gaps in the walls with caulk or other
that a 2–week supply of water be stored. purity in the lines is questioned, a “Boil means. Check with your local hardware
Water should be stored in clean plastic, Water Alert” is issued. A “Boil Water store for other effective ways of insulat-
glass, fiberglass, or enamel–lined metal Alert” means that you should bring the ing and sealing gaps.
containers. Never use a container that water to a rolling boil for five minutes.
has had a toxic substance in it. Seal the Let the water cool, and then pour it back
containers tightly, and store them in a and forth between two sanitary contain-
Shovel
cool, dark place. You should also rotate ers to add air for improved taste. The
your water every 6 months. water will then be safe for cooking and
If you are connected to the Great Lakes drinking purposes.
Schedule a final water
In the event that water service is
completely lost, there are sources of
water within your home that are safe
ready?
for consumption. You can access the Some consider it a dreaded chore,
bill before your move water stored in the pipes of your home some consider it their exercise for the
If you are moving out of Orion by turning the faucet on at the highest day. Either way, when that snow falls,
Township, please call 248–391– place in your home, and draining it from it’s time to get the shovel out. It’s
0304 ext. 8505 to schedule a final the faucet at the lowest place in your more than that though, it can lead to
water/sewer bill. home. The water in your hot water tank aches, pains, and even some serious
can be accessed if the electricity and gas health problems, so before that first
Please provide:
are shut off. Begin by opening the drain big snowfall comes, take some time to
Property address in the bottom of the tank, and then turn read these snow shoveling safety tips.
Date of closing off the cold–water intake at the top of
the tank. If there is a hot water faucet, Be heart-conscious. If you have
New owner’s name
turn it on, and the water should begin a history of heart problems and are
Name and address of title currently inactive, it’s best to speak
draining. Remember: do not turn the
company with your healthcare provider before
electricity or gas on when the tank is
empty. Rainwater or snow could also the snow season arrives. Additionally,
be used in an emergency, but should be don’t shovel while smoking, eating,
brought to a rolling boil for 5 minutes or after consuming caffeine; this may
before consuming. place extra stress on your heart. Cold
temperatures cause your arteries to
If you are on a private well, your water constrict, making your heart work
supply is only compromised when harder; this, combined with physical
electricity is lost. This is because your exertion, makes some individuals
6 Orion Living | Winter 2022
To prevent pipes from freezing if power
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
If a water or sewer to your home is lost due to a storm, and
you are staying there or will be monitor-
emergency occurs ing your home frequently, allow a faucet Heading south
Call Orion Township to drip cold water slowly. At a minimum,
Monday through Friday the dripping faucet should be the one this winter?
that is the greatest distance from your To cease billing while you are away,
during Township hours
main water cutoff valve. Also, consider please contact the Department of
248–391–0304 allowing a slow drip in areas that are Public Services at 248-391–0304
Ext. 8505 least protected from the cold, such as ext. 8500 to schedule a time to
basements, crawl spaces, attics, and the turn your water off.
or call Oakland County garage.
Emergency Dispatch during Prior to returning home, be sure to
non–business hours Water meter frozen? call us to schedule a time to turn
your water back on. It is required
248–858–4911 If you suspect you have a frozen water
to have either the homeowner or
meter, call us for help. Do not attempt to
a designated representative on
thaw the water meter yourself as this can
site to turn water on in case of an
If you are going out of town during the result in extensive damage. Please call
unforeseen water leak.
cold winter months, leave your heat on 248–391–0304 ext. 8500.
to prevent pipes from freezing while you The minimum billing for water and
are gone. sewer is $39.14 per month.
more susceptible to a heart attack. If Dress in layers. Layer your cloth- scoops. Shovel while the snow is fresh.
you experience any discomfort in your ing. You can always remove a layer if Freshly fallen snow is lighter than snow
chest, shortness of breath, or other needed. that has started melting.
signs of a heart attack, seek medical
Stay hydrated. It’s just as important Plan your attack. Leave the area
attention immediately.
in cold weather as it is in hot weather to where the driveway meets the street for
stay hydrated. last because passing snowplows might
cover the space that you’ve just cleared
Pace yourself. Warm-up your arms
around the curb. Remove snow from
and legs by stretching. You are less
around a fire hydrant, storm drains
likely to injure muscles when they are
along your curb, and from around your
warm. Listen to your body and take
mailbox. You’ll also want to check for
breaks when you need to. Safety is more
and remove any drifting snow that has
important than speed.
reached the height of the dryer vent on
Use the right equipment. Using the side of your home.
the right equipment can help reduce
Use proper technique. Bend your
the chance of injury and make your
knees and lift with your legs. Lift with
snow removal job a little easier.
your legs bent, stand with your feet
Ergonomically-designed shovels
hip-width apart for balance. Grip near
can help reduce the amount of
the shovel blade to keep it close to you
bending you have to do. Wear
when lifting the snow to reduce strain
shoes or boots with slip-resistant
on your back. Work different muscles
soles or add traction with slip-on
by switching between a right-hand and
ice cleats.
left-hand stance. Also, don’t pick up too
Work smart. Work in sections; much snow at once; use a small shovel
shoveling lighter amounts of snow for or fill up a large shovel no more than
twice as long can be less strenuous halfway.
and more effective than heaving heavy
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 7
What comes to mind when you hear
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
“mental health?”
What thoughts or images come to mind when you hear the NOCC is here to help
words ‘mental health’? Does your mind immediately think of The North Oakland Community Coalition (NOCC) website
mental health disorders like clinical depression, bipolar disor- has beneficial information for your own mental health journey.
der, or post–traumatic stress? If so, you are not alone. If you are interested in trying new coping skills, you can find
However, take a moment and think of the words ‘physical plenty of ideas at noccmi.org. You will also find a link to a
health’. Does your mind immediately think of chronic health free confidential screening tool. If you or someone you love is
conditions like diabetes and hypertension? Do you think of struggling and you’re unsure whether what you are experienc-
acute infections such as bronchitis or the flu? For most people, ing requires care from a professional, this screening tool is a
hearing the words ‘physical health’ invokes a much healthier
image such as exercise, eating a nutritious diet, or visiting your If you or someone you love is in crisis,
family doctor for routine care.
call the Crisis Hotline at 1–800–231–1127.
We are raised to understand that our bodies require effort
to work efficiently. We learn from an early age that we need If you are considering suicide, call the
to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. We are taught the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800–273–8255.
importance of eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and get-
ting enough sleep. While these habits contribute to a healthy great resource. If you are thinking of adding a mental health
lifestyle, physical illness still occurs. Knowing how to care professional to your healthcare team, check out our local
for your body when dealing with a physical illness and having provider database!
access to proper medical care when necessary are all part
of maintaining your physical health. The NOCC has formed a new Mental
Health Task Force. This group of ded-
A normal part of everyone’s life icated community leaders has come
So why don’t we take the same approach to our together to strengthen the mental
mental health? What if, rather than thinking of health support system in Orion
mental health as a problem, we remember that Township. Their goal is to make Orion
mental health is a normal part of everyone’s life? Township a shining example of a
Just like our physical health, our mental health connected community that supports
can fall anywhere on the spectrum of being mental health education and access
‘easy to balance’ to ‘needing help to balance,’ to care for all.
and it can move back and forth across that
For more information about
spectrum through our lifetime. We can
the Mental Health Task Force,
learn plenty of coping skills to help us keep
visit noccmi.org. If this is the
a healthy balance, such as journaling, walk-
kind of project you would be
ing, or listening to soothing music. We
interested in being a part of, email
must also be prepared for times when we
Thamilton@noccmi.org or contact
need additional help to balance, so just
any NOCC Board of Directors
as we would see our doctor if we had
or Mental Health Task Force
bronchitis, we all need access to care
members listed on the website.
providers who can support us when
needed.
8 Orion Living | Winter 2022
The importance of
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
selecting a loan officer
Whether you are considering selling
your home or condo or interested in
purchasing one, the first piece of advice I
give to all of my clients is to gather your
information so you can make informed
decisions. Informed decisions start
with gathering some key information
and your realtor can help to guide you
throughout the entire process.
Prepare in advance While there are rare cases, in the right provide all of the requested documen-
Many times purchasers start the home market, that you may end up with that tation after that initial call to your loan
shopping experience backwards. particular ‘dream home’, most of the officer so he or she can provide scenarios
time it is the buyer who is pre-qualified that are specific to your needs.
Have you ever found a home online when and positioned to purchase even before
looking ‘for fun’ or stumbled upon an If you also have a home to sell, your loan
that home hits the market that secures
open house and fell in love with that officer will be able to help you determine
the home. Preparing in advance posi-
home? You knew the home was ‘the one’ whether or not you need to have that
tions you to secure your ‘dream home’
and you had to have it? So you quickly home sold prior to purchasing a new
even before it hits the market.
call your bank to get a rush on a pre-ap- home. This is a key piece of informa-
proval letter in the hopes of securing tion that will help you and your realtor
You need a seasoned
your dream home. determine the timing of listing your
professional existing home throughout the new home
After your initial call to your realtor, shopping process.
Looking for a cute your next step is to contact a qualified
loan officer. You want a seasoned profes- As we have been in a competitive seller’s
holiday décor idea? sional who will guide you through the market, the loan officer you select can
loan process, answer all of your ques- have a bearing on how well your offer
Spruce up your porch with a is received. If you are working with a
tions and provide you with information
wooden pallet tree. Pallets are reputable lender they will be able to
that you may not have even considered.
easy to find, and most of the time effectively communicate to a listing
inexpensive, and sometimes even A loan officer is more than just a dis- agent your financial strengths, as well
free. Stain the wood a dark color penser of interest rates and not all loan as, give the seller (through their listing
(or leave plain for a lighter look). officers, similar to real estate agents, are agent) confidence that he/she will get the
Paint a tree design on the front and of the same caliber. A loan officer that loan processed smoothly so that you will
then embellish the slats with pom- will educate you on the loan process, indeed be able to close on the home.
poms, via hot glue. You can even help to better position you for a pur-
If you are considering a new home
add string chase, and make themselves available
purchase and need a referral for a loan
lights to outside of traditional banking hours
officer, reach out to your trusted real
make if will be an asset to you throughout
estate agent.
feel more your home purchase experience.
festive. It’s By Orion Living Contributor Tracy
Keep in mind that there are about 40
easy, fun, Woodrum. Tracy is an Associate Broker/
different variables that contribute to
a perfect Dealer with DOBI Real Estate
your interest rate so it's important
rustic to select your lender based on their
aesthetic. qualifications and your working
relationship and not generic ‘rate
Photo by David Hillegas. Source: countryliving.com shopping’. It’s also important to
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 9
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
2021 Winter Tax Bills
The 2021 winter tax bills have been mailed out and will be arriving in your
mailboxes soon. Tax bills are payable from December 1, 2021, to February 14,
2022. Beginning February 15, 2022, a fine of 3% will be added to any unpaid
summer or winter tax bill balance. The last day the Treasurer’s office can
accept any 2021 tax payments will be February 28, 2022. Beginning March 1st,
all unpaid balances will be collected by the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office.
Dog Licenses
Orion Township sells one-year and
three-year Oakland County Dog
Licenses year-round at the Treasurer’s
Office. Make sure to bring your dog’s
proof of rabies vaccination and proof of
being spayed or neutered when coming
in to get your license.
2022 County
Dog License Rates
(Effective December 1, 2021)
One-Year
Spayed/Neutered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Male/Female . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25
Senior (65) Spayed/Neutered . . . . . . $14
Senior (65) Male/Female . . . . . . . . . . $23
Three-Year
Spayed/Neutered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40
Male/Female . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $70
Senior (65) Spayed/Neutered . . . . . . $37
Senior (65) Male/Female . . . . . . . . . . $64
Delinquent after June 1, 2022
1 yr—Fixed, Unfi xed, Senior . . . . . . $40
3 yr—Fixed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $55
3 yr—Unfi xed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85
3 yr—Senior (65) Fixed . . . . . . . . . . .$52
3 yr —Senior (65) Unfi xed . . . . . . . . $79
For more information regarding
dog licenses or the new fee Learn more at
schedule, please go to oakgov.com/
petadoption or call 248-858-1070. ORIONTOWNSHIP.ORG
or call 248–391–0304
10 Orion Living | Winter 2022Don’t be afraid of the dark
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
Stay safe if you’re out in the winter night.
It’s that time of year when it just feels dark and cold all the time. It’s dark when we
wake up and need to leave the house, and it’s already dark by the time we get home.
That means that kids are walking to school in the dark, people are walking their dogs
in the dark, and people are exercising in the dark.
Here are some tips if you’re going to be the signal has turned. Wait to ensure the
outside when it’s dark. vehicle has stopped, look both ways, and
make eye contact with the driver.
Be visible. The best way to do that is
with lights, and the more, the better. For Dress in layers. Dressing too surrounding your body, making any
walkers/joggers, you may be able to get warmly is a big mistake when exercising exposed skin vulnerable to frostbite.
by with a flashlight or two, but subtlety in the cold. Exercise generates a consid-
Know the signs of frostbite.
is not your friend. Consider wearing a erable amount of heat, making you think
Frostbite is most common on exposed
headlamp and/or a reflective or light-up it’s much warmer than it is. The evap-
skin; early warning signs include
vest in addition to the flashlights. For oration of sweat pulls heat from your
numbness, loss of feeling, or a stinging
cyclists, you should use a handlebar body, making you feel chilled. The best
sensation. Immediately get out of the
light, helmet light, and rear light. way to address this is to dress in layers.
cold if you suspect frostbite, slowly
Remember, some lights are for seeing, Remove layers are you start to sweat and
warm the affected area (don’t rub the
and some are to help others see you. The then put it back on when needed. Don’t
site). Seek emergency care if the early
rule of thumb is white lights up front, forget about your extremities! When it’s
warning signs don’t go away.
red lights in the back, and know that cold, blood flow is concentrated in your
flashing lights draw more attention than core, often leaving your head, hands, and Beware of hypothermia, an
a continuous, steady light. Another way feet vulnerable. Consider wearing glove abnormally low body temperature. Your
to be seen is by wearing brightly colored, liners with heavier mittens or gloves body loses heat faster than it can be
reflective clothing and gear (including lined with wool or fleece on top, thermal produced when exposed to cold tem-
backpacks). There are many accessories socks, and a hat or headband to protect peratures. Signs and symptoms include
that will help you be seen in the dark. your ears. intense shivering, slurred speech, loss
of coordination, and fatigue. Seek
Stay alert. All the things you Stay hydrated. Staying hydrated
emergency help right away for possible
shouldn’t do during the day, you also is just as important during the cold
hypothermia.
shouldn’t be doing at night, like being weather as it is in the heat. Drink water
distracted, wearing headphones, darting (or a sports drink) before, during, and These tips can help you safely navigate
into traffic. It is always important to be after your workout, even if you’re not the outdoors when it’s dark. Remember
aware of your surroundings. Go slower thirsty. It may be harder to notice when always to be safe and concentrate on
than you would during the day, keep you’re becoming dehydrated in the cold what you (and others around you) are
your eyes open for unexpected obstacles, weather. doing.
bumps in the road, and the movement
Check the weather. Check the
of others on the path and the road. It
temperature before heading outdoors.
is essential only to cross the street in
Wind can penetrate clothing, remov-
well-lit areas at designated crosswalks.
ing the insulating barrier of warm air
Do not assume cars will stop because
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 11The newest kid on the block
Office, including road patrol, the
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
Oakland County Jail, as a school
liaison officer, and most recently in
the Computer Crime Unit (CCU)
Orion welcomes Lt. Darren Ofiara to the and Emergency Operations Center
Oakland County Sheriff’s Orion Substation (EOC). While in the EOC, he was a
liaison to Oakland County’s Emergency
When former Oakland County Sheriff ’s “Seeing so many members of my family Management and Homeland Security
Office Orion Substation Commander serve, I couldn’t get away with anything representatives.
Lieutenant Toth retired recently, and was always reminded to give back
everyone knew his would be big shoes Applied knowledge benefits all
to fill. This position is critical, not only When he worked in the jails, Lt.
to the Township and the Department Ofiara learned communication
but also to the entire community. After techniques that helped prevent
thoroughly interviewing several candi- unneeded issues from arising and to
dates, Lieutenant Darren Ofiara stood be a great partner and community
out as the right fit for Orion, even if he servant. While in computer crimes,
is a Clarkston Wolf. he learned how dark the world could
truly be. Seeing that drove him to
Huge shoes to fill work harder to protect not only
“Coming into the community, I children and our most vulnerable,
realize I have huge shoes to fill!” Lt. but all citizens. During this time, he
Ofiara said. The knowledge Lt. Toth received the Investigator of the Year
has accumulated means I have a lot Award.
of homework to catch up on and need “I had many large cases and was
to get caught up to speed as quickly nominated by my peers
as possible. I know I will require the
assistance of my fellow Deputies who
currently work in Orion and are very
committed to the Township and
helping me along the way.”
whenever you can,”
Lt. Ofiara is thankful for the wonderful Lt. Ofiara stated.
and dedicated co-workers he’s had the
privilege of working with over the years; Now in his 26th year,
he couldn’t imagine doing this with a it’s no surprise that he
better group of people. “The work they ended up in a service
do every day is very inspiring and often career. Being a multigen-
goes unnoticed,” stated Ofiara. He erational police officer,
knows that Orion will be no different he has always had an
and is looking forward to joining an innate desire to help
incredible team. others.
Lt. Ofiara has always been drawn to Giving back by getting
for the award, all of whom I respect very
the outdoors, especially the water, and out and helping the community is essen-
much,” Ofiara said.
there’s no better place to enjoy the tial, “whether that’s helping someone in
outdoors than Orion! When thinking need during a call, or just stopping by In 2012, Ofiara was on the Board for
back to his childhood, he imagined that to say hi to someone,” Ofiara said. “We Defeat the Label, helping expose the
he would be a marine biologist and was aren’t here just when you are having your troubles that bullying and cyber-bullying
even accepted into the University of worst day, we are here each and every cause with youth in our communities.
South Florida. Thankfully he ended up day to lend a hand.” His experience and knowledge will be
staying in Michigan and was hired into such an asset to our community.
Throughout his career, Ofiara has
the Sheriff ’s Office while still in school. worked in many areas of the Sheriff ’s There is little that surprises Lt. Ofiara
12 Orion Living | Winter 2022anymore, but as we know, members of day of their life and make it a little easier
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
law enforcement often encounter some
of the most tragic and bizarre situations
for them.”
Recycle, upcycle
imaginable. Lt. Ofiara recalls a story
He wants to continue that same mantra
here in Orion. He looks forward to
holiday remnants
from his earlier patrol days:
meeting with residents and interact- The holidays will be here and gone
“I had just picked up a new patrol car. ing with the community. He wants to before we know it. Then it will
It was on an Ash Wednesday evening, continue the practices that have made be time to get the house back in
and I headed to my church for a quick Orion Township the safe and vibrant order, which means taking down
decorations and storing them for
next year, and finding homes for all
“It’s very gratifying to help someone out the new toys and goodies. But what
do you do with the items you’re not
who may be having the worst day of their life saving for next year?
Live Christmas Tree:
and make it a little easier for them.” Remove all lights, garland, tinsel,
ornaments from the tree. Place at
LT. DA R R E N OF I A R A
the curb for GFL pickup the week
of Christmas and the following
service,” he recalled. “While inside, I community that it is now and as it moves
three weeks.
was approached by a fellow parishioner to the future.
asking me if my vehicle was parked in the Greeting Cards: Recycle your
“Orion Township was the first substa-
lot. I said yes and asked him if he needed greeting cards, as long as there is
tion I was assigned to as a new Patrol
any assistance. Without hesitation, he no glitter, foil, or metallic on them.
Deputy. Being able to return is really a
proceeded to tell me that my car was on Or send them to St. Jude’s Ranch
satisfying career circle,” Ofiara said. “It
fire. I can only imagine the look on my for Children, where children and
feels like I’m coming back home, only
face at that moment; I was in complete volunteers will transform them
that home has been built up a lot more!”
disbelief. I ran outside to find that my into brand new cards, which helps
car was, in fact, beginning to burn. After Lt. Ofiara enjoys spending his spare time support their various programs.
quickly putting it out and waiting for the with his girlfriend, whom he met at the You can also upcycle them for
tow truck, I was forced to ask myself if Sheriff ’s Office. They have known each crafts, including ornaments, gift
this was some sort of sign!” other for 20 years and have a black lab tags, and garland.
puppy named Lucy. Lucy keeps them
He didn’t let that scare him away though. Wrapping Paper: Recycle
on their toes and has already learned
Thankfully his love for helping others your wrapping paper as long as it’s
that nothing beats a nice swim on a hot
was much more significant. not metallic or has glitter on it.
summer’s day. Additionally, he enjoys
Also, no bows, ribbons, or tissue
anything outdoors—biking, swimming,
The rewards of helping people or just walking the dog. He especially
paper. If you carefully unwrap the
According to Lt. Ofiara, one of his favor- gifts, the paper can be upcycled
enjoys traveling to national and state
ite things about his job is helping people. by covering small boxes for future
parks to hike.
decorations, by weaving strips of it
“The ability to have helped so many in With all our lakes and parks, it seems in decorative baskets, or decoupag-
the different communities that I have that Orion will be a natural fit and is the ing a wooden tray or tabletop. The
served is very rewarding,” Ofiara said. perfect place to call home. Welcome to possibilities are endless.
“I can honestly say I have made positive “Where Living is a Vacation,” Lt. Ofiara!
changes in people’s lives.”
His approach has always been hands-on,
saying “It’s very gratifying to help some-
one out who may be having the worst
Learn more at
ORIONTOWNSHIP.ORG
or call 248–391–0304
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 13CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
Lake Orion History
Orion’s winters of the past
What were winters like in Lake Orion? Vacations ended, visi- was iced over. Park Island even had a bar which was the only
tors left, and the infamous dragon has finally hibernated under establishment at the time on the island.
the ice for a long winter’s nap. For the residents that lived here
Another advantage of lake access were ice houses. In the early
all year long there was still fun to be had on the surface of Lake
1900s there were two major ice companies that harvested
Orion.
huge slabs of ice from Long Lake (Pittman & Dean Ice Co.) as
well as Lake Orion (Hacker and Mackrodt Company). The ice
houses were centered in the middle of the village of Orion.
Horse-drawn sleds were used to transfer these huge slabs of
ice which were then cut down and transported to Detroit to be
used throughout the year. Surprisingly, the blocks of ice were
stored in sawdust until summer and were sold to people for
their iceboxes.
What winter activity would you bring back from the past?
By Orion Living Contributor Jimmy Johnson.
Jimmy owns Graphic Takeover and shares Orion history
at WhereLivingisaVacation.com and at
facebook.com/WhereLivingisaVacation.
In the 1930s, during The Great Depression, Park Island was in
a decline. The amusements, games, and rides were in the pro-
cess of a tear down. Even the large “Thriller” roller coaster was
in the process of being torn down. Luckily, the lumber from it
was re-purposed and a huge toboggan slide was created! This
toboggan run would propel someone down onto the ice and
slide almost to Green’s Park. At least the “Thriller” name could
still be applied to this toboggan ride.
Other activities in and around Park Island on Lake Orion were
car races and ice skating. Yes you read that right, car races. In
the 1940s people would race there cars on the lake! The ice was
said to be smooth as glass which made it perfect for ice skating.
Orion resident Livingston “Bud” Schaar said ice skating on Courtesy of Images of America: Lake Orion, Orion Since 1818, Ingram
Lake Orion was considered “big time” when the whole lake Collection, and the Lake Orion Library.
14 Orion Living | Winter 2022CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF ORION
Orion saves the earth, 183 tons at a time
As a collective community, Orion � Helps create job in the recycling Residents earn points just by curbside
residents have recycled a total of 183 and manufacturing industries in recycling. You then can use your points
tons during the month of August! the United States (source: epa.gov/ to obtain discounts and special offers
That’s the equivalent weight of two recycle/recycling-basics) from participating area businesses.
airplanes—amazing! Our goal is to encourage you, an Orion Benefits of enrolling in the program are:
By recycling in our community, we: Township resident, to earn points for
doing what you already do, recycling. � Earn exclusive discounts and offers
� Conserve natural resources such as � Support local businesses
timber, water and minerals Recycling with benefits
� Engage in bettering the community
� Increase economic security by tap- Recyclebank is a free online platform to
encourage and reward Orion Township The Recyclebank program is a win for
ping a domestic source of materials
residents to participate in curbside residents, area businesses, and the
� Prevent pollution by reducing the recycling. planet! Registering your household is
need to collect new raw materials quick and simple.
� Save energy
Visit recyclebank.com
� Support to sign up today.
American man-
ufacturing and
conserve valu-
able resources
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 15The ice thing about winter
LAKE ORION DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
As the frigid days of the season near on February 5. Bring your golf club Frozen blocks of carved art
closer and we anticipate being holed up downtown to take part in a 9-hole team The DDA doesn’t want to miss out on
in our cozy houses until the spring thaw, scramble that winds its way through the ice fun either. They will present their
there’s a whole lot of Lake Orion folks downtown and on even atop the frozen second annual Ice Sculpture Festival
who are eager for the snow, and even lake at Green’s Park. A swag bag and throughout the month of February.
more, for the ice! afterglow party complete the event.
A local artisan will hone a big, frozen
Tickets for golf and the afterglow are
block of water into a beautiful work
Nine icy holes $80 per person and $300 per foursome.
of art, right before your eyes in a live
Take the good people from the Sunrise Registration is required.
demonstration each Thursday night. The
Rotary Club, for instance. They are This is the Rotary’s largest fundraising artist will also place three to five smaller
geared up and excited to present their event. Even during last year’s restric- sculptures throughout downtown each
8th Annual Ice Cup Golf Challenge tions, the Ice Cup Challenge raised week. Weather permitting, a number of
over $20,000 for local and international carvings will be available for viewing as
Rotary service projects. Become an the month progresses.
event sponsor, adopt a hole or
just come down to partake in the
wintery fun that only a lake com-
munity can appreciate. Proceeds
benefit the Rotary’s pet projects:
Beds for Kids in the Lake Orion
area, Napoleon Franco Pareja
Children’s Hospital in Cartegena,
Colombia, and the Lake Orion
Schools Lamp of Learning aca-
demic awards program.
Photos Courtesy of Lake Orion Sunrise Rotary Club
16 Orion Living | Winter 2022Come downtown to enjoy a
LAKE ORION DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
warm beverage, or a cold one,
and admire the carvings. The
DDA will also provide warm-
ing stations with firepits and
marshmallows for residents of all
ages to keep warm. The Social
District is open and allows for
adult beverages to be consumed
on the streets in a defined area
ll
Photos by Jim Ne we
downtown.
Cold room with a
view
Since outdoor winter dining
became a thing in 2020, many down-
town eateries will erect their igloos to
accommodate guests again this year.
Check with your favorites and make your
reservations early to enjoy this unique
way to take in the winter splendor.
For details about the Rotary’s
Ice Cup Challenge, email
losunriserotary@gmail.com or call
the Haney Farm Bureau Agency
at 248-464-5219. For more about
the DDA’s Ice Sculpture Festival,
visit DowntownLakeOrion.org
or follow them at facebook.
com/LakeOrionDDA.
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 17SPECIAL EVENTS
PARKS & RECREATION
Blood Drive with Versiti Blood Center Breakfast with the
Orion Center | Thu, Dec 9 | Thu, Mar 31 | 2–7 pm Grinch
Ages 17+ Orion Center | Sat, Dec 11
Every day, Versiti Blood Center of Michigan needs more than 10–11 am or 11:30 am–12:30 pm
560 blood products to meet hospital demand. What we collect Ages 1–8 | $13R/$15NR
will go back to help people in your community! The key to suc- The holiday season is here!
cess is to fill all appointment slots. To schedule your appoint- Come to the Orion Center to
ment please sign up at donate.michigan.versiti.org. enjoy breakfast with the Grinch.
Participants will enjoy a deli-
Made in the Mitten cious breakfast of green eggs and
Pop Up Market ham. Have your picture taken
Orion Center | Thu, Dec 2 | 4–8 pm with the Grinch and sit back
Free Admission while you enjoy the story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
The holidays are right around the corner Remember to bring your camera for a photo opportunity you
and so is the Made in the Mitten Pop Up don't want to miss. Infants in carriers are free with registered
Market. Spend your money locally and buy participants.
handmade unique items for gift giving.
Admission & parking is free!
ONTV 12th Annual FISH Food Drive
ONTV Studio | Feb 7–11
Indoor Community Garage Sale Join ONTV for a week–long telethon benefiting the Oxford/
Orion Center | Fri, Jan 21 | 9 am–3 pm | Free Admission Orion FISH Food Pantry. Tune in Monday–Friday from 7–9 pm
Why drive from house to house dragging your kids in and for the LIVE segments.
out of the car, wasting valuable time and resources? Drive to The cupboards are bare at
one location and see it all. No entrance fee for shoppers—it’s this time of year, so any
FREE! Sellers must preregister, spaces are limited. gifts of cash and grocery
gift cards are accepted.
Antique, Toy & We will also have our
Comic Expo ONTV van here on site, and open to
Orion Center | Sat, Jan 22 the public to stop by and drop off any food donations.
9 am–3 pm | Free Admission You can also donate by going to our web page at orionontv.
Buy, sell or trade comic books, org. For more information call ONTV at 248–393–1060.
collectibles and memorabilia
at our annual swap meet!
Vendors must preregister to
reserve a space, set up opens
at 8 am. Sale opens at 9 am.
Made in the Mitten Mother’s Day Market
Orion Center | Sat, Apr 30 | 10 am–5 pm | Free Admission
#BuyNearBy and Shop Local! Start your Mother's Day shopping early with one of a kind, unique arts
and craft show featuring distinctive and classic Made in Michigan products, made by Michiganders for
Michiganders! Find exclusive Mother's Day gifts for all the mom's in your life! Vendors will be throughout the
Orion Center with everything from one of a kind, hand–made jewelry, clothing and home décor. Interested ven-
dors can contact Jennifer Vezina at jvezina@oriontownship.org or 248-391-0304 Ext 3503 for details.
Only handmade products will be considered.
18 Orion Living | Winter 2022Orion Snowcation!
Warm up by the fire and enjoy a s’more.
PARKS & RECREATION
Registration preferred but not required.
Please keep an eye on our website and
social media for date changes due to
weather.
Remember last winter when…scratch that…forget about last winter!
Join us for so much family fun you will forget it’s winter and you're not on vacation!
So get ready because winter will be here before you know it. Check out
Picture This Scavenger
these activities for the entire family at orionsnowcation.com. Hunt
Orion Parks | Feb 1–6 | Free
Light Up Orion Snow Sculpture Solve the riddles, find the locations and
Orion Parks and Recreation Facebook Mon, Dec 27 | Free share your pictures! Post a pic collage
Page | Voting Mon, Dec 20 | Free Frosty the Snowman? Lake Orion of all the locations on the Picture This
Do you have the brightest or most Dragon? Put your creativity and snow Scavenger Hunt Event page and then
Griswoldiest Christmas lights? Sign building skills to the test and see what stop into the Parks & Recreation office
up for our Light Up Orion to see how you can create. Event starts December at 1335 Joslyn Rd to claim your prize!
you rank. Registration is required. 27th, and runs through February. Make You're welcome to complete the hunt
Submissions will be due December 13th. sure to submit your photos on our without registering, but only registered
Multiple categories to choose from, so Facebook page. participants will receive a small prize.
when you register please select the cate- Register at orionparks.com or
gory you would like to qualify for. Duct Tape Sled by calling 248-391-0304 x3500
Challenge (one goodie bag per family). Happy
Snow Dash 5K Jesse Decker Park Hunting!
Orion Center | Sun, Dec 19 | 9 am Submissions due Jan 3
$13 Free
Night Tree
Orion Center | Thu, Feb 10
Wear your ugly Holiday sweater dashing Don’t throw out 5–5:30 pm | Free
through the snow down the Polly Ann your boxes from
Trail for our annual Snow Dash 5K in Create a new family tradition
Christmas— instead
Orion Township. Certified loop course and join us in making Winter
use them (and duct
starts and finishes at the Orion Center. treats for the outdoor animals
tape) to build a sled!
Finisher medals for all participants. to snack on during
Register for the course
Register now at runsignup.com/Race/ the coldest winter
and submit photos
MI/LakeOrion/SnowDash5K or in months. Follow along
of your sled to see if you win “Most
person, drop box or mail the Link for YouTube
Creative”. Once the snow falls we will
at the Orion Center. Video: https://youtu.be/
race your creation for the fastest sled!
gw5GW0Vhzuo as OTPL
Game Day Swap Youth Librarian reads us
Orion Center | Thu, Jan 20 the story Night Tree by Eve
9 am–5 pm | Free Admission Bunting. *This activity
includes the use of peanut butter.
Game Day swap will have puzzles,
books, DVDs and board games for Mid–Winter Break Car Bingo
anyone to swap from 9 am–5 pm in Orion Center Parking Lot
the Orion Center, 1335 Joslyn Rd. Tue, Feb 22 | 1–3 pm | Free
Event is free. Registration is not
Join us for some safe fun in the Orion
necessary to participate.
Center Parking Lot! All Participants will
Sledding & S’mores receive a set of Bingo Cards and a marker
Jesse Decker Park | Fri, Jan 21 to mark their card when they hear the
(weather depending) | 1–3 pm numbers over the radio. If you get a
Free BINGO you'll honk your horn and flash
your lights and we will come out and
Join us at the Jesse Decker Park
give you a prize!
Sledding Hill for some sledding fun!
Winter 2022 | Orion Living 19E N RI CH M E NT O NT V CL A SS E S
PARKS & RECREATION
Classes held at ONTV Studio, call 248-393-1060 to register
Take & Make DIY Birdseed
Ornament ONTV Podcast Classes 10 Week Video
Orion Center | Pick Up Mon, Dec 13 ONTV Studio | Ages 13+ | $25 R/NR Production Class
All Ages | $6R/$8NR ONTV is offering classes providing ONTV Studio | Ages 13+
Pick up your birdseed ornament kit at instruction on how to record a podcast. Mon, Jan 10–Mar 21 | 7–9 pm
the Orion Center and make 3–5 orna- Classes run 2–3 hours, can hold 1–4 $55R/NR
ments to feed the birds during the cold people, and will meet at the ONTV Do you want to make a TV show? ONTV
winter months. Preregistration required. Studio, located at 1349 Joslyn Rd. Call teaches you how to operate cameras,
248-393-1060 to schedule an appoint- audio equipment, and be a director.
ment at your convenience. Learn about green screens and basic
editing.
YOUTH
FITN E SS & WE LLN E SS Horseback Riding
Kid Fit Lessons
Times Square Riding Academy
Orion Center | Thu, Jan 13–Feb 17 | 4:45–5:45 pm
Sat, Jan 15–Feb 19 | Mar 5–Apr 9
Ages 5–12 | $36R/$39NR
1:30–2:30 pm | Ages 7+
This class is designed to keep our kids moving and strong $150R/$160NR
all while having fun! Games will be the focus with exercise
Each lesson consists of basic groom-
included. Please provide a mat for your children. Instructor
ing, riding and horse care for begin-
Dawn Stema. Drop in rate: $8R/$9R
ner riders in the English Saddle style
with Times Square Riding Academy,
E N RI CH M E NT 4835 Oakwood Road, Ortonville. Looking for that special
time with your child? Take lessons together. Register early for
Home Alone Training
a rewarding and unforgettable experience. Additional lesson
Orion Center | Mon, Jan 10 | 6:30–7:30 pm | Ages 9+
times are available Mon–Fri evenings, Sat and Sun afternoons.
$17R/$20NR
Is your young teen staying home alone after school? Instructor S N A P O LOGY
Merry Lowis presents the skills your child will need to be
home alone safely. Includes walking home, key responsibility, How the Grinch Stole Bricks Workshop
securing the house, answering the phone, safe choices, and Friendship Park | Sat, Dec 11 | 9:30 am–12:30 pm
emergency procedures. Training follows the American Red Ages 5–12 | $35R/$40NR
Cross Curriculum. Certificate is presented upon completion of
In this Snapology workshop, students will immerse themselves
the workshop. Handouts are included.
in the town of Whoville and the story of the Grinch! They will
design machines to help the Grinch with his sneaky mission
Babysitter Training to ruin Christmas, build the city of Whoville, and create sleds
Orion Center | Thu, Jan 13 | 6–8:30 pm | Ages 11–14
to get from the top of Mt. Crumpit to the city of Whoville! No
$20R/$23NR
matter what the Grinch says, it’s going to be a blast!
Instructor Merry Lowis presents the skills needed to start your
own babysitting business—basics such as meeting the family, How to Train Your Dragon Workshop
setting appointments, age appropriate activities and safety Friendship Park | Sat, Feb 5 | 9 am–12 pm
instruction. Handouts are included. Certificate presented Ages 5–10 | $32R/$37NR
upon completion of the workshop. Program incorporates the
Enter the world of Vikings and dragons in Snapology’s Training
American Red Cross guide and video into the curriculum.
Dragons Workshop inspired by How to Train Your Dragon ™!
Suggested prerequisite class: Home Alone Training.
Throughout this workshop, students will explore the Isle of
Berk and the dragons a small Viking village has come to love.
20 Orion Living | Winter 2022Helping Toothless fly, creating a map,
PARKS & RECREATION
and becoming certified dragon riders
await your student in this dragon–run
fantasy land!
Game Bots Workshop
Friendship Park | Sat, Feb 26 | 9 am–
12 pm | Ages 7–14 | $32R/$37NR
Calling all gamers! Have a blast creating
games while learning about robotics.
Students will learn about gear ratio,
sensors, programming, and pulleys as
TH E A RTI S T ’ S A PPR E NTI CE
they create fun to play games. Whether Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer, BFA
creating a pinball machine, duck hunt or
$20 material fee per class payable to instructor on first day of class.
a go–cart, your child is sure to have fun
Siblings of any age are welcome!
building, learning and playing.
Sculpture Anyone? Monday is My Drawing
Orion Center | Mon, Jan 31–Feb 28 Class
5–6:30 pm | Ages 7+ | $60R/$62NR Orion Center | Mon, Apr 4–May 2
Let’s get creative with all new sculp- 5–6:30 pm | Ages 7+ | $74R/$76NR
ture projects! We will create jellyfish What does it take to become an
with Model Magic, yarn and plastic. artist who is fantastic at drawing?
On Valentine’s Day we will create and PASSION! If your child is constantly
paint a little love bird using aluminum sketching, the passion has already
foil, wire, tissue paper and acrylics. begun! It's time to feed that fire
Innovative abstract, topographical with practice of various techniques,
Cookie Decoration with line art with foam and colored paper individual instruction, time to
will be explored. No class Feb 21.
Alison Elle—Mommy & Me concentrate, the making of mistakes,
Friendship Park | Tue, Feb 8 | 5–6 pm and growth in abilities. Students will
Ages 6–14 | $55R/$57NR
Manga Thumbnails & work on value to add depth, stippling
Learn the basics of decorating cookies
Storyboards to add interest with hatching and
Orion Center | Thu, Feb 17–Mar 10 cross–hatching to add texture to their
with royal icing as you create 5 holi-
5–6:30 pm | Ages 7+ | $60R/$62NR drawings. In this 5-week series stu-
day-themed designs to take home. All
Hey Manga fans, I know you have a lot dents will gain confidence as they see
materials provided; cookies are made
of ideas, so let’s sort them out and put their skills improve. Graphite, colored
in a home kitchen not inspected by the
them down on paper! Manga cartoon- pencils and light washes of watercol-
Michigan Dept. of Agriculture and Rural
ists spend hour upon hour working up ors will be implemented in our nature
Development. Allergen info: contains
characters and a storyline. Let’s do focused drawings.
wheat, dairy, egg and possible trace
amounts of tree nuts and peanuts. Add a this in the short version. Are you up
second child for $20, additional youth for the challenge? Young artists will Fashion Extravaganza
be working in graphite and colored Orion Center | Thu, May 5–May 26
must be required age for the program.
pencils, along with some marker 5:30–7 pm | Ages 7+ | $60R/$626NR
sketches. Proportion instructor and Interested in fashion? Let's hit the
guidance in design will be provided runway with a fashion flash! Students
Register for along the way, so let’s see what we can will explore various aspects of
Parks & Recreation come up with! fashion, design outfits in numerous
Programs at
ORION
sketches using ink washes and graph-
ite. Other projects include paper cut,
PARKS.COM
using white on black card paper and
creating faerie gowns from nature
elements.
or call 248–391–0304, ext. 3500
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