THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS OF ROMULUS

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1 THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS OF ROMULUS February 2018 Motor City Casino Trip Tuesday, Feb. 20th, 8:15 a.m. Romulus Seniors are visiting the Motor City Casino for a cost of $13 per person and the Casino provides $15 in credit upon arrival. Seats are limited, call the Center to reserve your spot today. Valentine Luncheon Wednesday, Feb. 14th, 11:00 a.m. On the menu for this holiday celebration will be chicken, mac and cheese, veggies and coffee. This full meal will only cost $3 per person. Please RSVP as seats are limited. Hope to see you there! Back Again Social Hour with Rose Come and join us for a social hour at the To Make an Appointment: Call (734) Or- Visit the Senior Center to Schedule in-person on Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00 a.m. Romulus Tower on Wednesday, February 21st, at 3.30 pm. Join us for this monthly program and have dinner, games, give- aways and fun with us. Please RSVP (734) Romulus Senior Communicator (734)

2 Feb. 6th Feb. 13th Feb. 20th Feb. 27th Programs and Services Club #1 No Meeting No Meeting Meeting Games, Bag Lunch Meeting Games, Bag Lunch Pinochle Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. Anyone who likes pinochle or wants to learn is invited to play in this weekly group! Jesse s Inspiration Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Come to worship and be motivated with our own, Jesse Charles, every Thursday! Quilting Club Thursdays 6:00 p.m. Anyone ages 16 and up are welcome. For those interested in learning to quilt, wanting to finish a project, or start something new! Red Hatters Club Thursday, Feb. 1st at 12:00 p.m. We are looking for new members! Our meeting is the first Thursday of the month at noon. Please join us! Podiatrist Visit Friday, Feb. 2nd & 23rd at 10:00 Sign up for an appointment to learn about the health of your feet. This service is especially important for those with diabetes. February Birthdays 1 Mary Vick 12 Vick Kossel 2 Pat Witherow 12 Garold Hoffer 3 Madeline Yeary 13 Dorthy Friedman 3 Fran Bredow 15 Earslene Kyle 3 Patt Lucke 16 Cathy Burgess 4 Eleanor Moore 17 Jerry Fornwald 5 Tone Musico 18 Verna Lalonde 6 Ethel Watkins 18 Priscilla Herring 6 Bonnie Poet 19 Georgia Chears 6 John Treganowan 19 William Galofaro 7 Pearl Brown 20 Emma Beanum 7 Ann Turner 20 Korothy Lutze 7 William Wright 20 Karen Shonta 8 Ardena Vaughn 21 Laura Chesno 9 Kenneth Berlinn 22 Georgia Cole 9 Gloria Forbes 25 Mickey Durham 12 Joan Pallas 26 Alice Ries BINGO Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. The fee is 25 cents for two bingo cards. Monthly Birthday Potluck and Bingo Monday, Feb. 26th at 11:00 a.m. Visit the Senior Center for the monthly Birthday Bash. There will be bingo & potluck before the presentation of a birthday cake & the singing of Happy Birthday. Free Blood Pressure Check Thursday, Feb. 15th 10:00 a.m. Beaumont is providing free blood pressure checks! 2 Romulus Senior Communicator

3 Dates to Remember Shopping Trips Every Monday 8:15 a.m. Podiatrist February 2nd & 23rd 10:00 a.m. Lunch Out to Golden Corrall February 9th 11:00 a.m. Valentine Luncheon February 14th 11:00 a.m. Liquid Nutrition February 14th 9:00 a.m. Visit the Lawyer February 15th 1:00 p.m. Commodities/Focus Hope February 15th 9:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Check February 15th 10:00 a.m. Motor City Casino February 20th 8:15 a.m. Tower Social Hour February 21st 3:30 pm Haircuts February 26th 10:00 a.m. Movie Out February 28th 10:00 a.m. Senior Center Closed Presidents Day Monday, February 19 Waste Management No Delays Daily Walking Every Weekday Walking at 9:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Stretching at 12:00 p.m. Bring some movement into your life with our walking and stretching programs! We will walk and move indoors during cold weather. Senior Book Club Tuesday, Feb. 20th 10:30 a.m. The Romulus Public Library will be holding a morning book club at the Center. This month they discuss: Loving Frank by Nancy Horan, and No Second Chance By Harlan Coben Note: Any programs or activities may be cancelled or rescheduled due to inclement weather and/or lack of pre-registrations. Please always call the Senior Center for the most up-to-date information. Grocery Shopping Mondays at 8:15 a.m. Visits to Meijer or Walmart in Belleville. Don t forget to call ahead of time to attend. We need counts in order to complete our route schedules. Thank you. Trips and Outings Lunch Out to Golden Corral Friday, Feb. 9th 11:00 a.m. Take the bus out to lunch with your friends! Movie Out Wednesday, Feb. 28th 10:00 a.m. Sign up to go see a movie at the Emagine Canton Cinema. $2.00 for Transportation, $5.00 for Ticket. (Pop & Popcorn are on your own.) Romulus Senior Communicator 3

4 Message from the Director, Rose Swidan It s February! We have a lot of fun activities to look forward to around the community and here at the Senior Center this month, like the Super Bowl, Valentine s Day, Black History Month, President s Day, and our favorite, Paczki Day. Remember, we have free transportation services available! We re just a call away and will pick you up to spend the day with us. We have hot lunches, games and activities every day. There are special outings throughout the month for trips to the movies, the casino and lunch out. We have options for a variety of interests and want to see you! Life is too short to stay home. Special reminder that our regular tax services start this month, but please call ahead for an appointment. These services are in high demand and we always fill up our bookings. We are excited this year to partner with two organizations to expand our offerings. Thank you to City Treasurer, Stacy Paige for continuing to lead our Thursday services though the AARP, and to our new partnership with Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency coming on Wednesday, February 14th. Just give us a call for more information. Love, Rose Message from Mayor Burcroff I hope everyone is tolerating these cold temperatures and are happy to know that spring is just around the corner. This month I want to highlight the special community events we have to celebrate Black History. The month kicks off with the free Soul Food Dinner and program on February 6 th at the High School. This is a long-standing tradition and a great time to enjoy food and fellowship. The City will also be hosting their annual Black History Bus Tour on February 17 th. The tour features stops in Romulus that were part of the Underground Railroad and many other interesting facts about our city. Please call my office to reserve your spot for this event because seats are limited. Remember this month is not only about Black History, it s the history and heritage for all of us. We have a busy month planned, I hope you take advantage of all that our city and our Senior Center have to offer. Stay warm and I m sure I will see you soon. As always, my door is open for you with any questions or concerns you may have. Sincerely, LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor of Romulus 4 Romulus Senior Communicator 5

5 Need a venue for your meeting or party? Rooms for rent at the Romulus Senior Center The Romulus Senior Center is a great place to celebrate any special occasion from baby showers, to family reunions and even wedding receptions! Rooms are available any day of the week and can hold up to 120 people. Arrange for a caterer or use the on-site kitchen. Call today! Events at the Romulus Public Library Romulus Garden Club Mon., Feb. 5th & 19th at 6:30 p.m. Planning meeting for the spring including planting at Historical Park & Earth Day Eco-Fair. Second Monday Book Club Monday, Feb. 12th at 7:00 p.m. City of Thieves by David Beinhoff To register for all Library programs call (734) or visit the Circulation Desk at Wayne Rd., Romulus, MI Library Hours Monday-Thursday: 10am-8pm / Friday-Saturday: 10am-5pm / Sunday: Closed Need Food? Low income residents are eligible for free commodities each month. A variety of food is provided by the Emergency Food Assistance Program. Food Services Distribution: Thursday, February 15th at 9:30 a.m. And Liquid Nutrition is also available: Wednesday, February 14th at 9:00 a.m. Hot Meals Daily Lunch at the Senior Center is provided daily at 11:00 a.m. Please call (734) the day before to reserve a meal. Wayne County asks for a donation of $3.00 Volunteers Needed The Senior Center is seeking volunteers to pack food each morning from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for the Meals on Wheels Program. Please call if you are interested. 5 Romulus Senior Communicator

6 Special Reminders Paczki Day / Fat Tuesday Join us for coffee and Paczki s! February 13th, 9:00 am Call and sign-up! They go fast! Prescription and Grocery Delivery to Your Home Please join us at our Valentine s Luncheon for more information. Black History Events All Month Call (734) for more information Just (* Ham & Turkey giveaways / Sign up early because seats are limited) 5 6 Romulus Senior Communicator

7 Have old medical equipment or supplies? Donate it to the Senior Center for those in need. There are many seniors without insurance or coverage that may benefit from items you don t need anymore. Please feel free to drop them off at the Senior Center where they will be distributed on a first come-first serve basis. Items needed include: adult underwear/briefs (size L/XL most requested!), walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs, bandages, toilet seat risers, etc. Too many grocery bags? Are your plastic grocery bags taking up space in a drawer or cabinet? The Senior Center is in need of clean, plastic grocery bags to help with packaging our monthly commodities. Please drop them off at the front desk. Thank you very much! Romulus Senior Communicator 7

8 RO M U LU S S E N I O R C E N T E R Bibbins Romulus, MI Phone: (734) Our Romulus Team Mayor Senior Center Director Office Staff Bus Driver Meals-on-Wheels CDBG Chore Services LeRoy D. Burcroff Rose Swidan Priscilla Herring Karen Kusibab Cindy Coak Carolyn Jones Keiron Howard Leondo Smith Customer service at all levels Always offer solutions New and innovative ideas Comcast Cable Channels 12 & 18 Important Phone Numbers Senior Resources Home Health Care (734) Salvation Army (800) Meals on Wheels/ Liquid Nutrition's Fax MI Dept. of Health/Human Services (855) MI Medicare/Medicaid Assistance (800) Domestic Violence Hotline (800) MI Veterans Affairs Agency (800) Social Security Administration (800) Applying for Bridge Card (888) City of Romulus EMERGENCY: Dial (Police) Mayor s Office (734) City Council (734) City Clerk s Office (734) City Treasurer s Office (734) Community Services Department (734) Department of Public Services (734) Water Department (734) Food Assistance in Romulus (734) Romulus Senior Communicator

9 February 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Black History Month 1 *Ministries am *Game Day 12 pm *Quilting 6 pm *Red Hatters 2 *Pokeno Music and dance *Podiatrist 10:00 a.m *Meijer 8:15 am *Bible study 11:30 am *Bingo 12 pm. *Garden Club Library 6 *Club 1# meeting *Bunco 12 pm 7 *Bingo 12 pm *Pinochle games 12 pm *Fun Day 12 pm 8 *Ministries am *Game Day 12 pm *Quilting 6 pm *City Tax Serv, 9a-12p 9 *Lunch out - Golden Corral 11 am *Pokeno *Music and dance *Meijer 8:15 am *Bible study 11:30 am *Bingo 12 pm.. 13 *Paczki Day *Club 1# meeting *Bunco 12 pm 14 Valentine Lunch 11 am *Bingo 12 pm *Pinochle 12 pm *Fun Day 12 pm *Liquid Nutrition 15 Commodities / Focus Hope 9.30 am *BP-10:00 a.m. *Ministries am *Game Day 12 pm Lawyer 1:00 p.m. *Quilting 6 pm 16 *Pokeno *Music and dance 17 *Black History Bus Tour 10 a.m. City Hall President Day Closed 20 *Club 1# meeting *Bunco 12 pm *Motor City Casino 8:15 am *Book Club 21 *Bingo 12 pm *Pinochle games 12 pm *Fun Day 12 pm *Tower Social Hour 3:30 pm 22 Health Quest luncheon 11am *Ministries am *Game Day 12 pm *Quilting 6 pm *City Tax Serv, 9a-12p 23 *Pokeno *Music and dance *Podiatrist 10 am *Meijer 8.15 am *Bible study am *Bingo Birthday Bash 11:00 am. *Haircuts 11:00 a.m. 27 *Club 1# meeting *Bunco 12 pm 28 *Bingo 12 pm *Pinochle 12 pm *Fun Day 12 pm *Movie Out 10 am Meals on Wheels / Liquid Nutrition (734) Fax (734)