THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS OF ROMULUS April 2018 Motor City Casino Trip Tuesday, April 17th, 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, so call the Center to reserve your spot today. Luncheon With Wayne County Executive, Warren Evans Wednesday, April 25th, 11:00 a.m. Mark your calendar for April 25th, at 11 am. Wayne County Executive, Warren Evans, will be at the Romulus Senior Center. If you would like to join us, please call and RSVP at the senior center. Seats are limited. We will have gifts and raffles. Detroit Tigers Summer Fun! It s TIGER TIME! Romulus seniors can enjoy the summer at Comerica Park again this year for the Tiger baseball season. Seats are limited so please sign up early and join the fun! Bus leaves the Senior Center at 10:30 am. Detroit Tigers VS Indians, May 16, 2018 Detroit Tigers VS Athletics, June 28, 2018 Detroit Tigers VS Orioles, August 1, 2018 No refunds for cancelations - find a friend to take your seat so you don t lose your money, if you are unable to attend. Join us for a fun social hour at the Romulus Towers, 36500 Bibbins, Romulus, MI 48174 on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 2pm. Please RSVP (734) 955-4120 (Sign up to be eligible to enter the raffles.) Romulus Senior Communicator (734) 955-4120 www.romulusgov.com 1
April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24 Programs and Services Club #1 No Meeting No Meeting No Meeting Meeting Games, Bag Lunch Pinochle Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. Anyone who likes pinochle or wants to learn 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! Mahjong Game - New Mondays at 10:00 a.m. Come and join us and learn to play Chinese Style Mahjong. This is a game for groups of 2 or 4 players and similar to Gin Rummy. Keep your brain active while having good fun. Podiatrist Visit Friday, April 27 at 10:30 a.m. Sign up for an appointment to learn about the health of your feet. This service is especially important for those with diabetes. April Birthdays 3 Dino Falsetti 17 Bert Valentine 4 Pat Motley 19 Sally Mulka 5 Judy White 19 Alice Galofaro 7 Mary Cook 20 Shirley Cloutier 8 Doris Hendricks 20 Rose Ivory 8 Greg Mitchell 21 Abraham Wentum 9 Marguerite Cherdon 22 Roy Torrs 10 Larry Cochran 23 Lloyd Coleman 10 George Roman 25 Connie Branham 11 Robert Squire 26 Bill Wadsworth 11 Judith Pustelak 26 Frances Hunter 11 Helen Lockhardt 26 Ilene Kelly 12 Sandra Morales 26 Billie Richberg 13 Serlena White 27 Mary Ann Merriman 13 Sharon Beals 27 John Demick 14 Anne Miller 28 Richard Bergmooser 17 Myra Kreyger 30 Elven Miller BINGO Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. The fee is 25 cents for two bingo cards. Monthly Birthday Potluck and Bingo Monday, April 30, 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, April 19, 10:00 a.m. Beaumont is providing free blood pressure checks! 2 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
Dates to Remember Shopping Trips Every Monday - 8:15 a.m. Liquid Nutrition April 10-9:30 a.m. Lunch Out to Bayou Grill April 13-11:00 a.m. Motor City Casino April 17-8:15 a.m. Warren Evans-Luncheon April 18-11:00 a.m. Visit the Lawyer April 18-1:00 p.m. Commodities/Focus Hope April 19-9:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Check April 19-10:30 a.m. Haircuts April 23-10:00 a.m. Rose s Tower Social Hour April 26-2:00 p.m. Movie Out April 27-10:00 a.m. Podiatrist April 27-10:30 a.m. Waste Management No Delays Daily Walking Every Weekday Walking at 9:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Stretching at 12:00 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, April 17th 10:30 a.m Romulus Library will be holding a morning book club at the Center. This month we will discuss: Jane Eyre By Charlotte Bronte And The Kitchen House By Kathleen Grissom 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 Bayou Grill Friday, April 13, 11:00 a.m. Take the bus out to lunch with your friends! Movie Out Friday, April 27, 10:00 a.m. Sign up to go see a movie at the Emagine Canton Cinema. $2.00 for Transportation, $5.00 for Ticket. (Snacks and Beverages are not included) Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com 3
Message from the Director, Rose Swidan April showers bring May flowers...sunshine, happiness and our need to be outdoors! I am excited that spring is here and I look forward to seeing all of you that spent the winter inside your home, hibernating. I m hoping to see all of you, soon, joining us for our summer programs. If you sign up for the Tiger games, we have 3 scheduled for the coming months. Put on your Tigers t-shirt and come root for our Tigers at the Romulus Senior Center, or sign up for the up coming games. Detroit Tigers VS Indians - May 16, 2018 Detroit Tigers VS Athletics - June 28, 2018 Detroit Tigers VS Oriole Reds - August 1,2018 Senior Olympics are around the corner. If you need to practice your sport, please come to the center and do so. If you are interested in signing up for the senior garden, we will have applications soon, and also, remember to sign up for our monthly luncheon. Our guest speaker is Wayne County Executive, Warren Evans. Seats are limited, please sign up early. Message from Mayor Burcroff Happy April It s a busy month in the City of Romulus and a busy month at the Romulus Senior Center. Before we get to April news, please mark your calendar for Monday, May 7, the date of the fifth annual Mother s Day Brunch starting at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. I invite all mothers (and fathers who also served as mothers) to the luncheon. Admission is free. I dedicate the luncheon to my own mom Shirley, who passed away in 1993 but remains in my heart and mind every day. I credit mom for helping make me the man I am today. Mrs. Burcroff taught science and gym at Romulus High School then raised seven children. She was giving, kind and sweet, loving all of us unconditionally. Mothers are truly a blessing from God. While I have your attention, I hope I can interest you in some of our citywide events in April. Everyone is invited to a Resident Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 19 at City Hall, 11111 Wayne Road. City staff will be able to answer questions and provide up-to-date information. LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor of Romulus 4 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com 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 Still Life with Bread Crumbs By Anna Quindlen To register for all Library programs call (734) 942-7589 or visit the Circulation Desk at 11121 Wayne Rd., Romulus, MI 48174 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. Distribution: Thursday, April 19th at 9:30 a.m. And Liquid Nutrition is also available: Tuesday, April 10 at 9:30 a.m. Food Services Hot Meals Daily Lunch at the Senior Center is provided daily at 11:00 a.m. Please call (734) 955-4120 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. www.romulusgov.com 5 Romulus Senior Communicator Second Monday Book Club Monday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m.
Special Reminders Applications are available at the Senior Center. Call for more information (734) 955-4120 April Community Events Saturday, April 14th ECO FAIR Romulus Athletic Center 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday, April 14th PUCKS FOR PETS FUNDRAISER (Animal Shelter )- Taylor Sportsplex 4:00 pm Thursday, April 19th RESIDENTS OPEN HOUSE- Romulus City Hall 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday, April 19th to Sat., April 21st FREE DUMPING DAYS - Romulus DPW 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Friday, April 20th CEMETERY SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER - Romulus VFW 5:00 to 7:00 pm Saturday, April 21st CLEAN SWEEP- Romulus Senior Center 9:00 am Thursday, April 26th HOMETOWN HEROES- Romulus Athletic Center 6:00 pm For more information please call (734) 942-7571 Joann s Happy Travelers TRIPS Applications are available at the Senior Center. Call for more information (734) 955-4120. Wednesday, June 20th - Motor City Casino $26 Wednesday, July 25th - All that Glitters $77 Tuesday, August 21st - Point Edward, Canada $38 Thursday, September 27th - Ark Encounter (2 days/1 night) $289. Tuesday, October 16th - Firekeepers Casino $37. Monday, November 5th Soaring Eagle Resort and Casino $42 Tuesday, November 6th - Soaring Eagle - Ronnie Milsap Show $42. For information or reservations, please call the Senior Center (734) 955-4120 (Must have at least 10 people to pick-up in Romulus.) 5 6 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
Save the Date Mayor LeRoy D. Burcroff cordially invites you to a Mother s Day Brunch Monday, May 7th, 2018 at 10:00 am Mother s Day is a special day that we use to thank God for giving us this gift, and to celebrate the love that mothers give to us. RSVP at the Senior Center as soon as possible Older Michiganians Day May 16, 2018 Presented by Michigan Area Agencies on aging and our Partners This Lansing event brings together hundreds of seniors, aging service providers and senior advocates with their legislators and key state officials. If you are interested please call the Senior Alliance at 517-886-1029 FREE Dumping Days Thursday & Friday, April 19th & April 20th from 8:30 am-3:00 pm & Saturday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm At the Romulus DPW, 12600 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174 ECO-FAIR 2018 Saturday, April 14th The Romulus Garden Club is sponsoring this Earth Day Celebration at the Romulus Athletic Center from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Lots of ecofriendly vendors, free activities and door prizes. Community Garden Boxes Applications Available Applications are being accepted for spots in the Romulus Senior Center Community Garden now until all 17 boxes are full. Each garden box is 3 feet by 8 feet and sponsored by the Downtown Development Authority and Blocks Greenhouses. 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. 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 Too many grocery bags? www.romulusgov.com 7
RO M U LU S S E N I O R C E N T E R 36525 Bibbins Romulus, MI 48174 Phone: (734) 955-4120 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 www.romulusgov.com www.facebook.com/cityofromulus www.youtube.com/cityofromulus Comcast Cable Channels 12 & 18 Important Phone Numbers Senior Resources Home Health Care (734) 454-3488 Salvation Army (800) 728-7825 Meals on Wheels/ Liquid Nutrition's 734-326-5202 Fax 734-326-4497 MI Dept. of Health/Human Services (855) 275-6424 MI Medicare/Medicaid Assistance (800) 803-7174 Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233 MI Veterans Affairs Agency (800) 642-4838 Social Security Administration (800) 772-1213 Applying for Bridge Card (888) 642-7434 City of Romulus EMERGENCY: Dial 9-1-1 (Police) Mayor s Office (734) 942-7571 City Council (734) 955-4506 City Clerk s Office (734) 942-7540 City Treasurer s Office (734) 942-7580 Community Services Department (734) 955-4504 Department of Public Services (734) 942-7579 Water Department (734) 942-7560 Food Assistance in Romulus (734) 955-4120 8 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
April 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Easter 2 Meijer 8.15 am 3 Club 1# no meeting Bunco 12 pm 4 Bingo 12 pm Pinochle 12 pm Fun Day 12 pm 5 Ministries 10.30 am Game Day 12 pm Quilting 6 pm 6 Podiatrist 10:30 am Pokeno Music and dance 7 8 9 Walmart -8:15 am 10 Liquid Nutrition- 11 Bingo 12 pm 12 Ministries 10.30 am 13 Pokeno 14 9:30 am Pinochle 12 pm Game Day 12 pm Lunch out Bayou Club 1# no meeting Fun Day 12 pm Quilting 6 pm Grill 11 am. Bunco 12 pm Music and dance 15 16 Meijer 8.15 am Bible study 11.30 17 Club 1# no mtg. Motor City 8:15 am Book Club 10:30 am Bunco 12 pm 18 Bingo 12 pm Pinochle 12 pm Fun Day 12 pm Lawyer-1 pm 19 Commodities/focus hope 9:30 am Ministries 10:30 am Blood Pressure 10:30 Game Day 12 pm Quilting 6 pm 20 Pokeno Music and dance 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Earth Day Walmart 8.15 am Hair Cuts -10 am Club 1# - 11 am Bunco 12 pm Warren Evan s Bingo 12 pm Pinochle 12 pm Ministries 10.30 am Game Day 12 pm Quilting 6 pm Pokeno Music and dance Podiatrist 10:30 am Fun Day 12 pm Movie Out- 10 am. 29 30 Meijer 8.15 am Bingo Potluck-11am