Dear Highland Equestrian Conservancy,

 

The grand opening for the Equine Divine ~ In Celebration of Horses Art Exhibit was last Friday.  But, there is still time to enjoy the beautiful paintings and artwork in the gallery of the Highland Station House.  Be sure to stop by and see the incredible local talent of our area.  Thinking about gift giving and the holidays?  The Art Shop is open with handmade gift ideas, too.  For information, call 248.889.8660. http://www.artshopgallery.org/ .

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL EQUESTRIAN TEAM !!!

As I walked across the grassy field, I realized I was in a very special place  ---- and it sure wasn't Troy, Southfield or Livonia.  I was surrounded by powerful, magnificent animals  --- at least twenty horses galloping in the arena as the sun was setting.  A stunning sight.  Sounds of laughter were mixed with the slosh of hooves hitting the mud.  Sure enough, I was at our Huron Valley Equestrian Field watching the kids practice for their next Meet.  Our field, next to Milford High School, is 20 acres with four arenas and a clubhouse, is the only high school equestrian field on school property in the United States. Stop by and watch the workout on Tuesday nights.  For information about the results of the District One Meet on September 6, please see notes from Coach Tesolin at the bottom of the page.  The next Meets are at the Huron Valley Equestrian Field next to Milford High School on Saturday, September 13 and Saturday, September 20.  C'mon over and cheer for our Lakeland and Milford kids!!!  The Regionals Meet will be in Shiawassee on September 27 and 28.  State Championships are scheduled in Midland for October 9-12.  And, thank your lucky stars you are right here in Huron Valley!

 

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TIMES RUNNING OUT -- SEEDLING ORDERS THROUGH OAKLAND CONSERVATION

Create a wildlife habitat while adding beauty and value to your land.  Order deadline is 9-18 with pickup on October 4 at Springfield Oaks.  Check out the pricing at www.OaklandConservationDistrict.org or call 248.328.0594.

 

HEADWATERS TRAIL RAFFLE

This is a fundraiser for our friends at Headwaters Trails as they purhcase the new canoe launch site on the Shiawassee River in Rose Township.  The HEC is a contributing partner for this parcel.  First prize is a Kayak and accessories - $1000. value.  Second prize is a weekend at a cottage on Old Mission Penninsula -- $500. value.  Third prize is $100. Gift Card just in time for Christmas.  Tickets are $8. each or 3 for $20. For tickets and more information call Maggie at 810.735.9570. 

 

TODAY -- THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 9 AM --  HIGHLAND HAS 9/11 CEREMONY

 "Highland Township has held this event every year (since 2001) to memorialize the loss we suffered on Sept. 11 in our community — the attacks — to remember the people who died and the men and women who serve to protect us", said Supervisor Pilchowski.  For more information, read the Milford Times article http://www.hometownlife.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080904/NEWS11/809040613/1028 .

 

 

TONIGHT -- THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 -- BARN PRESERVATION WITH MILFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 7:30 PM

Chris Arble will be doing a presentation about the Edsel Ford Barn and Haven Hill.  The Edsel Ford Barn was hit by high winds recently and plans are now underway for a reconstruction project.  This barn will also be featured on the Barn Tour, September 27th.  For more information go to www.milfordhistory.org .   

 

TONIGHT -- THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 6:30 PM -- GREEN TEAM - EARTH DAY MEETING AT THE YMCA

If you or your organization would like to participate in the Earth Day Festival scheduled for April of 2009, be sure to stop in at this meeting.  For more information, contact vitalinda@comcast.net . 

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 -- HURON VALLEY EQUESTRIAN TEAM MEET AT MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Be sure to stop by and cheer on our kids!  Over 200 horses at the field.  Visitors should wear proper attire and boots and watch their step. 

 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 AND SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 -- 9-3

HVCA CLASS IN CONJUNCTION WITH HORSIN' AROUND IN HIGHLAND

Join Ken Graning, artist and equestrian, for two days immersion into the painting of horses, pastures and fields.  Call the Huron Valley Council for the Arts for more info at 248.889.8660.

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 -- HURON VALLEY EQUESTRIAN TEAM MEET AT MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL

More action as the competition intensifies.  Over 200 horses at the field.  Visitors should wear proper attire and boots and watch their step. 

 

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20-21, 11-5 -- MILFORD HOME TOUR

Sponsored by the Milford Historical Society.  If you love architecture as much as I do, you won't want to miss this step back in time.  There are six historic homes on the tour plus the Albert Kahn - Henry Ford Powerhouse (a great example of Art Deco).  See a Milford favorite (and mine, too), the Second Empire style home on Union Street.  So, join me for this special event that includes an antique tractor show, classic car show and cemetery walk plus privy dig.  $15. adults, $13 seniors and students.  Call 248.685.7308 for info. 

 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, NOON -- HBA LUNCHEON AND BUSINESS SHOWCASE

Have a business you would like to promote?  This is the place.  Meeting at Highland House.  For more information, call Becky or Tami at 248.889.1422.  

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 9:30 - 4 -- 4TH ANNUAL BARN TOUR

Sponsored by the Highland Equestrian Conservancy.  Learn the history, heritage and use of our barns.  Visit 5 barns including the Laroffie Plantation house and barn (back by popular demand!)  Drawings and Give-aways.  Tickets available online for $10. adults or $3. children 10 and under at www.HighlandEquestrians.org or at the door the day of the tour.  Tour starts at the Highland Station House, 205 W. Livingston Road, Highland.  For more information, call Red at 248.889.7328. 

 

 

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AND 28 -- HORSIN' AROUND IN HIGHLAND

The HIGHLAND IDOL IS BACK along with Carriage Rides, Music, Crafts, Pony Rides Square Dance, Pancake Breakfast, Blacksmith Demonstration, 5K Run and Great Food!!  Local residents and businesses can support the Highland DDA by being a sponsor.  Artists and other vendors are needed to make the event a success.  Click here for more information about becoming a sponsor, signing up for the 5K run or Chili Cookoff, etc.   

 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1-4 -- BLACKSMITH WORKSHOP WITH JEFF SPOOR --

HVCA CLASS FOR AGES K TO ADULT IN CONJUNCTION WITH HORSIN' AROUND IN HIGHLAND

Bring the kids and grandpa too, to learn the basic skills of blacksmithing.  Call the Huron Valley Council for the Arts for more information at 248.889.8660. 

 

OOooOOOooo!  OCTOBER WEEKENDS -- PANIC AT PROUD LAKE -  SCARY NIGHTS!!!

Bring the kids 12 and over and enjoy scary nights with hikes, canoeing and hayrides through the woods.  Sounds like fun. 

If you are interested in helping, please email wawrzynw@michigan.gov.  Website www.PanicAtProudLake.com which will be online soon.  Call 248.685.2433 for info.