THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS OF ROMULUS July 2016 Motor City Casino Trip Tuesday, July 19th 8:15 a.m. Romulus Seniors are visiting the Motor City Casino for a cost of $13 per person and the Casino provides $25 in credit upon arrival. Seats are limited, call the Center to reserve your spot today. Detroit Tigers Fun Come to the Senior Center for all day games with your Tigers gear to cheer them on and watch the game with friends! Trip to Comerica Park Wednesday, July 20th Sign up for a trip to Comerica Park to see our Detroit Tigers play the Minnesota Twins. Tickets on sale now for $26 each. Bus leaves the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. Seating is limited. Purchase yours today! Future Tigers Trips will be: August 31st vs. Chicago White Sox Ice Cream Social with Mayor LeRoy D. Burcroff Wednesday, July 6th 12:00 p.m. Get a complimentary ice cream and spend time socializing with the Mayor and all your friends at the Senior Center. Seats are limited, call the Center to reserve your spot today. 31st Annual Downriver Senior Olympics July 25 29, 2016 Registration is due June 30th! Come sign up and start practicing now! Senior Center Health Fair Tuesday, Sept. 13th 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Open to people of all ages! Flu & Shingles Shots! Free screenings & more! Senior Center Craft Show Sept. 17th-18th During Pumpkin Festival Weekend. Sat: 10am-6pm Sun:11am-5pm Cost is $25 to reserve a table. Call the Senior Center to sign up. Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com 1
July 5 July 12 July 19 July 26 Programs and Services Club #1 No Meeting Meeting Games Bag Lunch No Meeting Meeting Games Bag Lunch BINGO Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. The fee is 25 cents for two bingo cards. Jesse s Inspiration Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Come to worship and be motivated with our own, Jesse Charles, every Thursday! Free Blood Pressure Checks Wednesdays, July 13th & 27th 10:30 a.m. Corpore Sano Home Health Care, Inc. is providing free blood pressure checks. Red Hatters Club Thursday, July 7th at 12:00 p.m. Membership is growing in our Red Hatters Club, and they are looking for even more members. Join them at their next meeting! Monthly Birthday Potluck and Bingo Monday, July 25th at 11:00 a.m. July Birthdays 2 Elizabeth Kris 14 Dean Kwek 2 Anne Stevens 14 Sara B Vann 2 Pamela Caric 18 Lucille Beltramo 2 Thelma Poet 18 Freda Jackson 2 Juanita Johnson 18 Jane Szelepski 3 Maxine Ryles 20 Donna Mae Genovese 3 Lola Cantrell 24 Margaret Reitzi 5 Dorothy Smith 25 Edna Cantrell 7 Ron Collins 26 Laine Dailey-Papke 8 Vera Pollard 26 Sherri Moore 10 Mamie Barker 28 Edward Giabowski 10 Irene Kelly 29 Virginia Kimet 10 Willa Weatherspoon 30 Gayle Mach 12 Darwin Schoolmaster 30 David Lofton 12 Hazel Francis 31 Ghyail Williams Pinterest Class Fridayday, July 15th 11:30 a.m. Learn about this online website or smartphone app that allows you to find and save ideas for recipes, decorating, exercising and more! 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. 2 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
Dates to Remember Shopping Trips Every Monday 8:15 a.m. (No Shopping on July 25) Blood Pressure Checks July 13 & 27 10:30 a.m. Mayor s Ice Cream Social July 6 12:00 p.m. Lunch Out Romulus House July 8 11:00 a.m. Liquid Nutrition July 13 9:00 a.m. Pinterest Class July 15 11:30 a.m. Motor City Casino July 19 8:15 a.m. Commodities/Focus Hope July 21 9:30 a.m. Visit the Lawyer July 21 1:00 p.m. Haircuts July 25 10:00 a.m. Movie Out July 27 11:00 a.m. Grocery Shopping Mondays 8:15 a.m. No Shopping on July 25 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. Lunch Out to Romulus House Friday, July 8th 11:00 a.m. Take the bus out to lunch with your friends! Senior Center Closed Independence Day Monday, July 4th Waste Management No Pickup Monday, July 4th One Day Delay Tuesday through Friday July 5th July 8th Quilting Club We are taking a hiatus for the summer See you again in the fall! Senior Book Club Tuesday July 19th 10:30 a.m. The Romulus Public Library will be holding a morning book club at the Center. This month they discuss: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce Daily Walking & Stretching 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! Trips and Outings Trip to Turkeyville Friday, July 22nd Includes a show and dinner. $46 per person Reserve your spot now! Movie Out Wednesday, July 27th 11:00 a.m. Sign up to go see a movie at the Emagine Canton Cinema. $2.00 for Transportation $8.75 for Ticket, Pop & Popcorn Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com 3
Message from the Director, Rose Swidan We are officially into the beautiful summer season. Make sure to stay safe and keep yourself hydrated. Remember to stay in the shade if you re going to be outside for long periods of time. Don t forget to wear your sunscreen and hats! Project Fresh is starting up again to help you purchase fresh fruits and veggies. If you qualify and receive coupons, please use them at the Farmer s Market at City Hall every Wednesday from 12 to 6pm. We are trying to gather sign-ups for a lunch and river boat ride to Portofino, please let our staff know at the Senior Center if you re interested. Sounds in Downtown is back, keep the schedule below handy! There is great music, dancing, food and good times with friends. Talk to your friends here at the Senior Center and I m sure you will find someone that goes regularly! Best wishes to our Senior Olympians competing at the end of the month! Enjoy your summer, and mark your calendars for the Pumpkin Festival in September it will be here before you know it! The Festival takes place downtown September 16-18. All my love, Rose 7:00-9:30 p.m. Fri. June 10 Trilogy Top 40 Fri. June 24 Hines Drive Classic Rock Fri. July 9 Toppermost Beatles Tribute Fri. July 22 D Tour R&B/Motown Fri. Aug. 5 Rick Lieder Variety Fri. Aug. 12 Rustbelt Revival Rootsy Rock Fri. Aug. 19 Remedy Rocking Country Fri. Aug. 26 Infinity and Beyond Journey Tribute 4 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com 5
Message from Mayor Burcroff I am wishing you all a very happy and safe Independence Day. This year our nation is celebrating it s 240th birthday. While we celebrate with barbecues and fireworks, we must also reflect on our fortune to live in the best country in the world. We are blessed to live here and we thank all of those that fought and gave their lives to give us our freedoms. Here in Romulus we have some fun, free activities coming up for the summer. Sounds in Downtown has two concerts this month and we also are showing a free Movie in the Park, Zootopia, on July 29th. This is a familyfriendly movie that we all can laugh at and enjoy, so please bring a friend and come out to the show. Our Farmer s Market is also off to a successful start, with a record number of vendors being offered each week. There are great food, dessert and craft items to purchase. This is also a great way to support our local economy. I hope to see you at the ice cream social on the 6th it should be a great way to beat the heat. Sincerely, LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor of Romulus Thank You to Our Sponsors! Any other businesses or organizations are welcome to purchase an ad in the Communicator for $75 for six months. All proceeds go toward the construction of a new Salon at the Senior Center! 36567 Goddard Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 941-0755 Orders over $10 receive free jets bread! 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! Good Luck to our Romulus Senior Olympians! Travel, Treasures & Tours Call Toll Free 1-877-292-6311 to reserve your spot for the events below! Shipshewana Overnight Visit the world s largest flea market and have dinner at Das Dutchman Essenhaus. Other tours and stops included. Depart Wed., August 10, 2016 $269 per person d.o. Firekeepers Day Trip Visit this beautiful casino just two hours away. Receive $20 in coin and $5 in food. Depart Thurs., August 18, 2016 $30 per person 6 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
Recipe Exchange: Chicken Fajita Soup Ingredients 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 (10.75 oz.) cans condensed cream of chicken soup 1 c. salsa 2 c. frozen corn 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained/rinsed 1 1/2 c. water 1 t. ground cumin Directions 1/2 t. dried cilantro 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese Optional Toppings: Sour cream Diced tomatoes, avocado, green onion Lettuce, cilantro Tortilla strips 1. Spray your slow cooker with cooking spray. Add chicken to the bottom of the slow cooker. 2. In a medium sized mixing bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, salsa, corn, black beans, water, cumin, and cilantro. Pour over the top of chicken. 3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Place back into the slow cooker and add shredded cheese. Continue cooking until cheese has melted about 15 minutes. Serve with your favorite toppings. Events at the Romulus Public Library Second Monday Book Club Monday, July 11th at 7:00 p.m. The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein 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, July 21st at 9:30 a.m. Liquid Nutrition is also available: Wednesday, July 13th at 9:00 a.m. Food Services To register for all Library programs call (734) 942-7589 or visit the Circulation Desk at 11121 Wayne Rd., Romulus, MI 48174 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 looking for 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. Romulus Senior Communicator 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 Bus Driver Meals-on-Wheels CDBG Chore Services LeRoy D. Burcroff Rose Swidan Priscilla Herring Karen Kusibab Cindy Coak Karin Laskaska Leondo Smith Larry Cochran 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 Important Phone Numbers Senior Resources Prescription Assistance Information (734) 282-7177 Food Assistance/Wayne County Meals (734) 727-7357 Counseling & Substance Abuse (734) 729-9286 Department of Human Services (313) 277-4800 Care Management Family Resources (734) 282-7177 Adult Abuse (855) 444-3911 Applying for Bridge Card (313) 580-4144 Food Assistance in Romulus (734) 955-4120 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) 955-4501 Department of Public Services (734) 942-7579 Water Department (734) 942-7560 8 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com
July 2016 Please note that advanced sign up for programs, luncheons, lunch out, shopping, trips, and tours will help prevent cancellation of these events. Hot meals daily call 24 hours ahead. Wayne county Liquid Nutrition and Meals on Wheels (734) 727-7357 Transportation M-F call for appointment 24 hours ahead for reservation. (734) 955-4120 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Pokeno 12pm 2 3 4 5 Club #1 No Meeting Bunco 12pm 6 Ice cream Social with Mayor 12 pm Fun Day 12pm Farmer s Market 12-6pm 7 Ministries 10:30am Red Hatters 12pm Game Day 12pm 8 Lunch Romulus House 11am Pokeno 12pm Sounds in Downtown 7pm 9 10 11 Walmart 8:15am Bible Study 11:30am 12 Club #1 11am Bunco 12pm 13 Liquid Nutrition 9am Blood Pressure 10:30am Fun Day 12pm Farmer s Market 12-6pm 14 Ministries 10:30am Game Day 12pm 15 Pinterest 11:30am Pokeno 12pm 16 17 18 Meijer 8:15am Bible Study 11:30am 19 Motor City 8:15am Book Club 10:30am Club #1 No Meeting Bunco 12pm 20 Tiger Game 11am Fun Day 12pm Farmer s Market 12-6pm 21 Focus Hope/ Commodities 9:30am Ministries 10:30am Game Day 12pm Lawyer 1 pm 22 Turkeyville Trip Pokeno 12pm Sounds in Downtown 7pm 23 24 25 Senior Olympics 31 Haircuts 10am Birthday Bingo Bash 11am Bible Study 11:30am 26 Senior Olympics Club #1 11am Bunco 12pm 27 Senior Olympics Blood Pressure 10:30am Movie Out 11am Fun Day 12pm Farmer s Market 12-6pm 28 Senior Olympics Ministries 10:30am Game Day 12pm 29 Senior Olympics Podiatrist 10:30am Pokeno 12pm Movie in the Park at dusk 30