Recreation

Celebration Committee
Our celebration committee meets to discuss upcoming parties and dinners. They also show up to decorate tables and get everything ready before our each special event. Anyone is encouraged to join this committee.“Many hands make light work.”

Chess Players - Beginning March 10
We have several members that are interested in playing chess at the Center.  Chess is an excellent brain-fit activity.
                    Wed., 12:30 pm
           
Duplicate Bridge - An unsanctioned duplicate bridge game is played every Wednesday at 12:30 pm. You do need  a partner to play.  If you do not have a partner you may call  Darlene Wertz at (248) 887-4954 for more info or to check her list of individual players.
                             Wed. 12:30 p.m.

Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge
Hartland Senior Center
Ken Dance, certified ACBL Director.
The game will be stratified so you will play against players of your own ability.
          Thurs., evenings 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm  $5.00/player
                        
Cribbage            Mon.

Euchre  -  We have three days to enjoy Euchre at the Center.            Tues. mornings   10:00 a.m.  and
                             Thurs. evenings 6:00 p.m.  $1.00
If you don't like such a fast-paced game you may come and play "relaxed euchre" on Fridays. 
We also host a euchre tournament every other month.   See the Coming Events page for more information

Relaxed Euchre - This group is for those who want to play a slower paced game.
                             Fri. 10:00 a.m.



Fabulous Friday Films
Movie and a bag of popcorn.
                     Fri. 12:30 p.m.  $1.00.
        (We will be resuming our early bonus films on
              Friday at 11:00 am.  In March we will be
                      showing National Geographic Specials)
            
            March 5 - My Life in Ruins           PG  95 min.
                    Richard Dreyfuss, Nia Bardalos -
               Professor turned travel guide finds funny
                tourists and love.
            March 12 - Amelia                           PG  111 min.
                    Hilary Swank & Richard Gere
                Story of Amelia Earhardt
            March 19 - All about Steve           PG13   99 min.
                    Sandra Bullock with a blind date that goes wrong.
            March 26 - Night at the Museum  PG  105 min.
                    (Battle for the Smithsonian)
                Exhibits come alive with misfits.
   
Mah Jongg - Come play Mah Jongg on Tuesdays.  Beginners are also welcome to come and learn.
                Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.
Mah Jongg Set Wanted - See the Wishlist page for additional information.

Men's Breakfast
Our next men's breakfast will be held at the Center.  Pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee.
                 Wed., March 24 at 9:00 am   $3.00
            
Penny Poker Five Games in One
If you enjoy cards, bingo, poker and having fun you may want to join our group.  This game is fun and easy to learn and you play five different games on one deal.  Bring your pennies and join the fun!
                             Thurs. 12:30 pm
Pinochle          
Pinochle will be played on Tuesdays.  We play 3-4-5 or 6 handed whatever works for the number of players that come.  Please plan to arrive by 12:00 so tables can be arranged. 
                            Tues  12:15 p.m. 

Red Hattitudes
We will be attending the "Valentines Tea" at the Village Manor.  This was postponed from last month due to the bad weather.  If you haven't purchased your ticket as yet - it's not too late.,   Let us know if you want to sit with the Red Hat table.
                Wed., March 10, 2:00 pm  

We'll be attending the Hartland Home and Garden Club Tea held at the Senior Center.   The program will be 'Buns & Bonnets' (turn of the century).  Cost is $18.00 ahead of time or $20.00 at the door.  Contact person to purchase tickets is Lynn Smith (517) 545-9370.  Ask to be seated at the Red Hattitudes table.  This is the only fundraiser held by the garden club and helps to support the community gardens they maintain, including the one here at the Center.
                    April 21st at 7:00
-Some of the other activities coming up: 
Spring Tea at the Bavarian Inn - Includes meal, tea, tax & tip, plus a keepsake tea cup and fashion show.  Reservation needed ASAP.  Must be paid in advance.  Contact Carol or Ruth Ann with questions.  Cost is $35.00.
                     Sat, May 8  1:00 pm. 
Red Hat Annual Convention at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort.  Contact Ruth Ann, our Queen, if you are interested in attending.  To get accommodations at Soaring Eagle - must commit early!
                        Sept. 24 & 25
                           
Hartland Singles
The singles had a fine time at Stillwater Grill on Feb. 11 - everyone shared their meals for taste of good food.
Next event will be at the Hartland Senior Center's St. Patrick's' Day Party.  Tickets can be purchased at the Center.
                            Wed., March 17 5:00 pm

Wii "Bowling without a ball." 
Come join the fun of Wii virtual bowling.  It is easy to play.  You may either sit or stand.  If you like bowling you will love this game.  
                             Mon. 12:30 p.m.