DELTA TOWNSHIP PARKS & RECREATION NEWSLETTER

March 2023

Mom 2 Mom Sale

The entire community center will be filled with gently used children’s and maternity items. Come find some great deals!

 

Event Date: Sa, 3/11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Early Bird Admission (9 a.m.) - $2/adult

General Admission (10 a.m.) - Free

Early Bird Admission paid at door – Cash Only

Joseph E. Drolett Community Center

Mark Your Calendars for the Mother-Son and Mother-Daughter Dances!

Click Here to Register

Blue Cross Winter Warm Up 5K Race

Saturday, March 18th

Time: 10am

Cost: Free

Hawk Island Park

1601 E. Cavanaugh Rd., Lansing 48910

Register @ https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Lansing/BlueCrossCommunity5KVirtualorInPersonWalkRun

Waverly East Intermediate Pool Update

We are putting the finishing touches on our pool and locker rooms! We hope to be ready to open by mid-March.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at the pool on March 20th at 5pm.


Hiring Lifeguards and Instructors

Delta Township is actively looking to hire several lifeguards and swim instructors. If you are interested, please contact the Enrichment Center office at 484-5600, M-F, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Soccer Registration Now Open


Introduce your child to the basics of soccer! Spring soccer programs will be held on Saturdays for 6 weeks within a one-hour time block.

We have programs for ages 3-10.

Registration Deadline: Friday, 3/31/23


Click Here to Register

Delta 39ers (50+)

Jazzercise for Seniors

A fun low-impact class to build balance and flexibility, tone your whole body, and charge up your metabolism with pulse-pounding beats.

Tu/Th, ongoing, 11-11:45 a.m.

$28 (8 classes/paid monthly) or $5 drop-in fee

Register & pay in class, Community Center, Upper level


Soulful Story Cards

A workshop to shed light on old stories holding us back and give ourselves permission to create new stories, opening opportunities for insights and wisdom. The cards become signposts for moving forward with intention in living life more fully. This intentional creativity class requires no artistic skill.

(Supply fee included)

Th, 3/9, 3/16, & 3/23 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

$37 (3 classes) SR1758, room 302 in the Delta Enrichment Center


Alzheimer & Dementia Coed Caregiver Support Group

Join Chris for this support group. Support groups are an important resource for caregivers, they provide a judgment-free place to share fears and frustrations, and talk with those going through similar challenges. This group offers support, education, problem-solving, and guest speakers. Anyone is welcome. No registration is required.

1st Wednesday of each month

11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Free, Room 302 in the Delta Township Enrichment Center


Alzheimer Male Caregivers Support Group

You’re invited to join a caregiver support group and talk with others who are experiencing the challenge of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand. Groups offer support, education, and problem-solving. No registration is required.

3rd Wednesday of each month

10 a.m.-12 pm

Free, Room 302 in the Delta Enrichment Center


For questions or more information, please call 484-5600 M-F, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Delta 39ers (50+) Trips

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Toledo Zoo & Aquarium



Th 7/27 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.


The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium is one of the best in the county. The aquarium features 3,000+ aquatic animals in 178,000 gallons of water.


The zoo houses an internationally-famous Hippoquarium. Other exhibits that make this zoo special are Arctic Encounter, Frog Town, Cheetah Valley, and Primate Forest.


Includes: motor coach transportation and admission to the Toledo zoo and aquarium


Not included: lunch and bus driver's tip ($1-$2 per person suggested)


Cost: $99


Registration deadline: 7/5


For more information or to register, please call Delta 39’ers at 517.484.5600

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Kalamazoo Air Zoo




Tu 5/23 10 a.m.-5 p.m.


This is a highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever seen. The Air Zoo features amusement park-style rides, full-motion flight simulators, a 3D/4D Missions Theater, Magic Planet, Paratrooper Jump, as well as historical exhibits. It also displays the world’s only remaining SR-71B Blackbird and XP-55 Ascender.

 

Includes: motor coach transportation and admission to the Air Zoo.

 

Not included: lunch and bus driver’s tip ($1-$2 per person suggested).

 

Cost: $79


Registration deadline: 5/1


For more information or to register, please call Delta 39’ers at 517.484.5600

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The Wine Bus


Th, 6/22, 10:45 a.m-6:30 p.m.


This bus takes us down to the Irish Hills. Chateau Aeronautique Winery was founded in a hangar overlooking the runway in 2009. In 2017 they moved to a new 8,000 square foot facility on 28 acres in the Irish Hills. Located in an 1870’s Schoolhouse, Cherry Creek Cellars takes pride in Crafting Michigan-made wine, cider, and beer for everyone in a picturesque vineyard setting. You can find your “own” place among the lakes at The Winery North of 12. Come experience their unique tasting experience. Their spacious tasting room sits on 5 acres and has two large patios. 


Entree selection: Lasagna or Vegetarian Lasagna


Includes: motor coach transportation, lunch and wine tasting at Chateau Aeronautique Winery Irish Hills, wine tasting at The Winery North of 12, and wine tasting at Cherry Creek Cellars.


Not Included: bus driver’s tip ($1-$2 per person suggested).


Cost: $119


Registration deadline: 5/22

 

For more information or to register, please call Delta 39’ers at 517.484.5600

Delta Township Parks & Recreation

7710 W. Saginaw Hwy. Lansing, MI 48917

517-323-8555 | parks@deltami.gov

www.deltami.gov

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