Clubs and Organizations
Northville /Novi Gardeners Club
Meetings of the Northville/Novi Gardeners Club are the second Monday of every month at 6:30pm September through June. Judy 248-719-0865 or Connie 248-380-0500.
The Friends of the Novi Library
A service group that supports the Library. www.novilibrary.org/friends.htm
Friends of the Novi Civic Theatre
The Friends of the Novi Civic Theatre is the fundraising and volunteer support organization for the Novi Parks and Recreation theatre program. Through generous contributions from individuals and businesses, the Friends have been able to support the theatre program by providing funding for a number of theatre purchases. For more information on joining the Friends of the Novi Civic Theatre, please visit our website www.novicivictheatre.org or e-mail us at contact@novicivictheatre.org.
Novi Youth Hockey Association
The NYHA is a non-profit, volunteer organization committed to cultivating and developing youths in the sport of ice hockey. Both house and travel teams are offered to support players ranging in ages from 4-18. The association also offers Learn To Play Hockey programs. To learn more call 248.735.0393 or email info@noviyouthhockey.org. The NYHA website is www.noviyouthhockey.org .
SWOCC
Television offers a Lights, Camera, Access studio class. Classes are free based on resident policy. Call for orientation dates. 248.473.2800
Novi Motion Girls Basketball
The highly competitive travel team, holds tryouts in January for girls ages 9-11 and March for ages 12-16. Ron Valente - 248.349.5464
Michigan Mountain Bike Association
The group maintains the trails and hosts cleanup days. www.mmba.org or info@mmba.org.
Motor City Madness Girls Fastpitch Softball
Competitive travel teams, offering both local league play and/ or tournament play for girls ages 8-18. Tryouts are held in August. For more information, visit www.eteamz.com/MotorCity or contact Chris Lawler - 248.735.1893
The Novi Bobcats
A youth football team for ages 8-13. Cheerleading is also
available for the teams. Registration is in
March and April.
www.novibobcats.com Football/Cheer Registration - Sandy Pinkerton
248.305.5321
Novi Jaguars Soccer
A competitive soccer club, that has tryouts in June for youth ages 7-17. Lisa Thinnes 248.374.1993 or mijaguars@aol.com
Novi Youth Assistance
A year-round prevention program for youth and families living in the Novi school district. Free counseling is offered as well as mentoring programs, recreational and academic scholarship programs, youth recognition, summer recreation and referral services 248.347.0410
Novi Youth Baseball League
Conducts baseball leagues for youths aged 7-18 (determined by May 1). For more information and to register online visit www.noviyouthbaseball.org or email www.nybl@noviyouthbaseball.org
Spartan Aquatic Club
A competitive swim club for youth ages 6-18. Bonnie Jones - 248.465.1148
TOPS - Taking Off Pounds Sensibly
Wednesdays 10:30 am weigh-in, 11 am meeting Fox Run, 41000 13 Mile Road • Belmont Clubhouse - lower level music room. Delores - 248.668.8600
Novi Rotary
Members meet Thursdays at 12pm at Novi United Methodist Church, 41671 W. 10 Mile Rd. www.novirotary.org or www.novirotaryclub.mi.rr.com
Novi Lions Club
Members meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 7pm at Leo’s Sports Bar & Grill, 40380 Grand River. www.novilionsclub.org
Novi Chamber of Commerce
Offers networking opportunities including Business to Business Breakfast, Membership Luncheons and After 5 Networking. Linda Daly, Executive Director 248.349.3743 www.novichamber.com
Walled Lake Outdoor Education Center
The Walled Lake Outdoor Education Center (O.E.C.) is set on
pristine property, adjacent to the Proud Lake Recreation Area and
located in Commerce Township. The beauty of the facility is its
modern amenities with an “Up North” feel. The Center is perfect for
staff retreats, corporate events and more. The Walled Lake Adventure
Challenge Program specializes in helping groups become a more
cohesive unit and includes high rope activities, climbing tower, zip
line, and a GPS course.
For more information or to reserve the
O.E.C., contact Stuart Riley at 248.956.5120 or visit
www.wlcsd.org .
Toastmasters
Known to many as the “public speaking” association, Toastmasters clubs can be found around the world. Beginners and experienced speakers are welcome to join. Meetings are 1st and 3rd Fridays from 8-9am at Walsh College Novi. Call 1.800.WALSH02 for more information or visit www.walshcollege.edu
InForum
InForum is Michigan’s largest professional organization for women. We invite women professionals who are interested in professional networking to meet, discuss their professions, and network over coffee at Walsh College. Meetings are 3rd Wednesday of the month from 8-9am. Call Lynn Valade at 248.320.4545 or valadeL@aol.com.
4-H Club
The Sun, Water and Seeds 4-H Club is a group of kids (Ages 5-18) and adult volunteers learning about gardening, nutrition, food safety, cooking, and entrepreneurship. Meetings are Wednesdays 6:30pm. New members welcome! Visit www.sunwaterseeds4h.moonfruit.com or email sunwaterseeds@gmail.com or call 248.956.0029.
Novi Moms Club/ East and West
Local support group for stay at home or working Moms in Novi. We offer playgroups, mom/child outings, lunch bunch, seasonal theme parties, craft days, meet and greets and monthly moms night out. If interested in joining one of the two chapters in Novi, contact www.novieast.googlepages.com if you live East of Novi Road and www.momsclubnoviwest.com if you live West of Novi Road.
Novi Girls Scouts
Interested in Girls Scouts? Visit www.novigirlscouts.org or contact Marge Stone at marge@thestonefamily.us. There are troops at every school in Novi.
Boy Scout Troop 54
This troop serves the greater Novi area with fun activities for boys aged 11 to 18. The troop meets weekly on Monday nights and camps monthly. For contacts and more information, please visit on the web at www.novitroop54.org
Venture Scout Crew 6
The crew provides affordable high adventure, outdoor and other activities for both boys and girls aged 14 to 21. The crew meets monthly (typically) the 3rd Monday of each month. Contact stonehome@mi.rr.com or for more information, please visit on the web at www.novitroop54.scoutlander.com