‘Boys? Recreational Basketball for 3rd-6th graders:
Enrollment for Boys? Recreational Basketball is now open. This instructional program enables everyone to participate in instructional drills and team scrimmages. Cost is $60 for residents and $70 for nonresidents. Third and fourth graders meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. beginning Wednesday, Jan. 18 at Brandon Middle School; fifth and sixth graders meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. beginning Thursday, Jan. 19 at Brandon Middle School. All players are required to wear a ‘Shooting Stars? reversible basketball jersey. These are $17 each and available for purchase at the Brandon Township Recreation office. The deadline for registration is Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006. Late registrants must pay an additional fee of $10.

‘Pee Wee Sports Camp for 4-6 years:
Participants in this coed program will be introduced to various sports such as kickball, T-ball, soccer, basketball, floor hockey, volleyball, flag football, or gymnastics. Team play, sportsmanship, and motor skill development will be emphasized in five fun-filled sessions. This program is designed for four to six-year olds and is taught by Brandon Township’s own Matt Venturino. Participation is limited to the first 40 registrations per session. Registrations received after the Jan. 6, 2006 deadline will be charged a $10 late fee, if openings remain. Each participant receives a Pee Wee Sports Camp T-shirt. The camp takes place from 9-10:20 a.m. Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11 at the Harvey-Swanson Elementary School gym. Cost is $50 for residents, $60 for nonresidents.

‘Youth Sports Camp for 7-10 years:
This 5-week sports camp meets on Saturdays at Harvey-Swanson Elementary School. Each Saturday, young athletes will learn new techniques as well as have an opportunity to practice established skills. Activities may include volleyball, floor hockey, basketball, baseball and soccer. Each participant will receive a ‘Youth Sports Camp? T-shirt. Enrollment is limited to the first 40 registrants. A $10 late fee will be charged after the Jan. 6, 2006 registration deadline if openings remain. The camp will take place from 10:30 a.m.-noon Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4 and 11 at the Harvey-Swanson Elementary Gym. The cost is $50 per child for residents, $60 for nonresidents.

For more information on these or other recreational programs, please contact Brandon Township Recreation at (248) 627-4640 or visit their office at 395 Mill Street, P.O. Box 929, Ortonville, MI 48462.