The Senior Bul let in

Civic Park Senior Center

15218 Farmington Road

Livonia, MI 48154

(734) 466-2555

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ALL PROGRAMS MUST END BY 4:45 p.m.

Mayor

Maureen Miller Brosnan

City Council President

Jim Jolly

Council Vice President

Laura M. Toy

Council Members

Scott Bahr

Rob Gjonaj Donovic

Brandon McCullough

Kathleen McIntyre

Scott Morgan

16th District Court

Sean Kavanagh

Kathleen J. McCann

City Clerk

Susan Nash

Treasurer

Lynda L. Scheel

Department Head

Ted Davis

SENIOR CENTER CLOSED Good Friday — Friday, April 15

NEW TO THE SENIOR CENTER?

We welcome all seniors ages 55+ to our center! If you are new, we ask that you fill out a registration form and turn into a staff

member. Once we input your information into our computer system, you will get your Civic Park Senior Center membership card. This card is a small key fob that is to be scanned each

time you visit the center. Once you scan in, a staff member will check you in to whichever activity you are attending. If you are a

previous member of our senior center and already have your old key fob, it may need to be synced into our new system. Thank you for your cooperation.

FREE KN95 FACE MASKS AND COVID TEST KITS

Through a program supported by Wayne County, the City of Livonia is offering free KN95 face masks and a take-home COVID test kit at the Civic Park Senior Center (15218

Farmington Road) during regular business hours. Four masks per Livonia resident please. Home COVID test kits are for Livonia seniors only.

WAYNE COUNTY-SPONSORED COVID-19 TESTING AND VACCINATION CLINIC

Through the end of June, Wayne County is sponsoring a COVID-19 testing and vaccination clinic at the Livonia Civic Park

Senior Center. All approved COVID-19 vaccines will be on hand and both PCR and rapid COVID-19 testing is available on site. The clinic is run by Honu Management Group, who was hired

by Wayne County to run the site. No appointment is necessary for vaccination or testing services. Site hours of operation are

Tuesdays 10a.m.-2p.m. and Fridays 12p.m.-4p.m. Residents seeking COVID-19 vaccinations or testing are asked to check in at the north entrance of the senior center, behind Sam’s Place

restaurant. Please follow the posted signage for help in finding the north entrance.

2022

LIVONIA TRAVEL DAY Friday, April 1, 1:30 p.m.

Join the Livonia Travel Club and members of area travel businesses that offer group tours

to Livonia senior citizens and the surrounding communities. Membership cost for Livonia Travel Club is $3 for the calendar year. Just “drop-in” to the senior center and get ready to TRAVEL. The Livonia Travel Club is offering a few trips for the upcoming 2022 travel

season. Please give Chris Abrams a call at (734) 422-7835 for more information and to sign up for the trips.

Upcoming Day and Extended Trips 2022 Ark Encounter April 12-14 $599 Ragtime @ Zehnder’s April 21 $109 Closer Walk w/ Patsy Cline @ Meadowbrook June 15 $100 Diamond Jack River Cruise/lunch June 23 $90 Mystery Trip July 11-14 $899 Sault Ste. Marie July 27-29 $445 Smoky Mtn Christmas Nov. 28-Dec 2 $1,299

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, April 7, 10 a.m.

This is an open discussion for family, friends and loved ones of those living with

Alzheimer’s or dementia related issues. At this time, the Alzheimer’s Support Group is offering a virtual meeting only. For information about joining the meeting, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association hotline at (800) 272-3900.

DETROIT TIGERS HOME OPENER PARTY with LIVONIA WOODS Friday, April 8, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost $3 per person

Let’s Go Tigers! We are celebrating our Detroit Tigers opening home game of the season! Come watch the game with us and cheer on our team as they take on the Chicago White

Sox. Event will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the activity room of the senior center, with hot dogs, chips, popcorn, beverage, and raffles! Advanced registration begins on Friday, April 1, either by going online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park Senior Center or

Kirksey Recreation Center.

FRAUD PREVENTION

Thursday, April 14, 9 a.m. No Charge Join retired police Sergeant Robert Haig as he presents new scams that are aimed toward

senior citizens. Spring is here and this lecture will highlight driveway and utility worker impersonators. This is vitally important to everyone! This is not a drop in presentation, you must register in advance either by calling the senior center or by going online at

LivoniaParks.org.

EASTER “EGGS” TRAVAGANZA

Thursday, April 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $6 Livonia residents, $8 non-resident Hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on its way! Hop on over to the senior center for an “eggs-tra”

special Easter celebration in our dining room. Jelly beans, chocolate bunnies, games, prizes, raffles, giveaways, and a delicious holiday meal. Registration for Livonia residents will begin Friday, April 1, and Tuesday, April 5, for non-residents. Advanced registration

can be made online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park Senior Center or Kirksey Recreation Center.

FOX CREEK MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE MEETING Friday, April 22, 9-11 a.m.

YOU GROW GIRL! SUCCULENT GARDEN DIFFUSER WORKSHOPS Friday, April 22, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

Cost $23 Livonia resident, $25 non-resident

It’s Earth Day! Come make your very own succulent garden! Each person will receive three baby succulents, planting supplies (moss, gravel, soil) and one citrus vitality oil. You must bring your own planter! We are focused on “upcycling” things you may have around your

house, such as an old coffee mug, mason jar, or small planter. In addition to making your own garden, our certified essential oil life

coach will offer a short presentation about the basics of essential oils and how to use them

safely. Advanced registration can be made online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park Senior Center or Kirksey Recreation

Center. When registering please specify which time slot you will be attending.

TALK WITH TED

Tuesday, April 26, 10-11 a.m.

For those of you who do not know, the Civic Park Senior Center falls under the City’s Parks and Recreation Department. Our Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, Ted Davis will be in the senior center lobby on Tuesday morning to meet with seniors, answer

any questions, and listen to any concerns you may have about your senior center or senior programs. Please stop on by! Light refreshments will be provided.

LEARN ACRYLIC LANDSCAPE PAINTING Thursday, April 28, 9:30 a.m.

$21 Livonia residents, $23 non-residents

Artist Steve Wood teaches his step-by-step methods for achieving success-ful painting. Classes are designed for beginning and intermediate levels.

Please register online at LivoniaParks.org or by stopping by the senior cen-ter. Make checks payable to “City of Livonia”

CAREGIVERS COMING TOGETHER LECTURE Thursday, April 28 at 11 a.m. to noon No Charge

Join Kathy Housey presentation offering caregivers information and the opportunity to shed potential guilt. The distinction between different types of dementia is stressed, high-

lighting Alzheimer’s, along with the 10 warning signs. Strategies to demonstrate physical, emotional and verbal interaction, as well as identifying specific bathroom and “sundowners syndrome” techniques. Finally, some fascinating brain apps are identified

alongside the importance of music, TV shows and movies, and valuable websites to visit. The lecture is meant to give the caregiver the means to feel good about their own behavior with their loved one as they practice patience and relaxation. Please register in advance by

calling the senior center at (734) 466-2555 or online at LivoniaParks.org. Special thanks to our sponsors!

LIVONIA SENIOR MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE MEETING Friday, April 29, 9-11 a.m.

MACKINAC ISLAND & GRAND HOTEL “GRAND EXPERIENCE” 2022

We will have two exciting options for you! In addition to the Four Day/Three Night “Grand Experience” trip, we will be offering an “Extended” trip for your Grand Experience! Five

days and four nights! The additional day will be added to the beginning of our trip.

SOLD OUT! Sept. 27-30 Tuesday-Friday. Waiting List Only! $1,435 Single Occupancy

$1,065 Double Occupancy $1,040 Triple Occupancy

Oct. 17-21 Monday-Friday $1,705 Single Occupancy

$1,325 Double Occupancy $1,325 Triple Occupancy

Once again, you will have your choice of two exciting extended trips to Mackinac Island

and a stay at the Grand Hotel. Each trip will include accommodations at the Grand Hotel, rooms are “Luck Of The Draw,” full breakfast each morning, five-course dinner each evening, all transportation costs, wine and cheese reception, carriage tour of the island,

special activities, escort, taxes and gratuities are included. For further information, please contact Karl Peters at (734) 466-2556 or stop by the senior center for a trip flyer. A $250 per person deposit is required to register. Registration available at the senior center or

online at LivoniaParks.org

B-I-N-G-O WILL BE RETURNING ON MONDAY, APRIL 18

Mondays 12:30-2:30 p.m. Play B-I-N-G-O Monday afternoons. Cards are three for $1, six for $2, or the maximum of

nine cards for $3. All prize money is returned during the games. Please bring your own markers, as we are still using paper throwaway bingo sheets. No reservations required!

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

Stop by the senior center the second and third Thursday each month from 9:30-10:30

a.m. to have your blood pressure checked by a Registered Nurse from Angela Hospice and Brightstar Home Care or the last Tuesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. by a registered nurse from Rite Choice Home Health Care.

DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA $62.50 resident, $67.50 non-residents per concert

Tickets are still available for the DSO POPS “Concert Series” 2022! Coffee and doughnuts will be served at the senior center beginning at 9 a.m. Departure will be from the senior

center at 9:45 a.m. for a 10:45 a.m. concert. Price includes main-floor seating, round-trip transportation, coffee and doughnuts, and a volunteer escort. Contact the senior center or go online at LivoniaParks.org.

May 6 “Kings of Soul” and June 3 “Summer Blockbusters”

Please notify the staff at the time of registration whether or not you will need special

seating and/or transportation accommodations. Please make checks payable to “City of Livonia” or pay by credit card. Per the DSO, masks must be worn and vaccination card or proof of a negative COVID test are required to attend.

INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

Certified AARP Tax Aide Volunteer Tax Preparers will be available to complete simple 2021 income tax returns for low-to-moderate-income

clients. Once again, AARP volunteers return to servicing clients at the Civic Park Senior Center. All services will be by appointment ONLY (see more below). Due to local COVID-19 restrictions, no walk-ins will

be accepted. Tax assistance will be provided 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Clients should not arrive any earlier than 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment time. Last date to make tax appointments is April 5-6. Site will close on April 14. You can

pick up your packets through April 18, 2 p.m.

Appointments can be made by coming to the senior center on Tuesday each week. The senior center opens at 8:30 a.m. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., an AARP representative will be in

the lobby scheduling appointments for the following week ONLY. Appointments fill up quickly, so it is best to come early. Absolutely NO phone calls for appointments will be

taken! Please make sure you have all your documents before coming to the center to schedule an appointment. When making the initial appointment, you will be given a packet that contains forms that must be completed and returned with you at your

appointment next week. Appointment time slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Once an appointment has been made, you will return the following week with all required documentation (see paragraph immediately below) to be screened and scanned into an IRS

-secured system. A subsequent return date will be set for you to come back for completed tax returns.

Income Tax clients are required to bring the following pertinent information:

• Copies of 2020 Federal and State (Michigan only) Tax Returns • Government-issued photo ID (for all taxpayers to be listed on return)

• Social Security cards for all names referenced on the return, including dependents • Income documentation: W-2, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, 1099-R, 1099-B, 1099-INT, 1099-

DIV, W-2G, Schedule K-1 • Medical expense documentation (if itemizing deductions): Proof of 2021 paid premiums,

out-of-pocket medical receipts.

• Property Tax bills: Those issued and/or paid in 2021 • Amount of Rent paid (have Landlord name and address available)

• Proof of 2021 Home Heating costs (gas or electric): Reference your November or Decem-ber 2021 utility bills

• Provide your name and contact information (phone number and/or email address)

IMPORTANT: All taxpayers referenced on a return, should be present. Those not present, must have legal representation documentation (Power of Attorney, Guardianship)

presented to the tax preparer, on their behalf. No children will be allowed at appointments.

All dates are tentative, subject to any changing COVID-19 restrictions. All tax assistance processes have been designed in accordance with guidelines set by the CDC, the State of Michigan, Wayne County, and the City of Livonia. As guidelines change, so may our

procedures to protect the health of the people we serve and of our volunteers.

FITNESS CLASSES WITH MARSHA HEADS

These exercise classes remain a drop-in, however, a punch card MUST be purchased to attend ANY of Marsha’s three classes. Punch cards are available at the Civic Park Senior

Center or at the Kirksey Recreation Center. Punch cards are $10 for 10 classes for Livonia residents and $20 for 10 classes for a non-resident.

FLOOR EXERCISE Tuesday and Friday 9 a.m.

Bring your mat and comfortable clothes and get ready to work out. Marsha will thoroughly explain the exercise and which muscle group you are working during the complete

movement. CHAIR EXERCISE

Tuesday and Friday 11 a.m.

Join Marsha Heads for Chair Exercise Classes. Just because you are sitting in a chair, do not think you will get an easy workout! She’s one tough cookie!

ARTHRITIS EXERCISE CLASS

Tuesday and Wednesday 1 p.m.

Exercise is one part of a comprehensive arthritis treatment plan. Marsha has been trained by the Arthritis Foundation in the types of exercise that is most suitable for persons

experiencing arthritis. This class is in a chair.

FREE SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES Free classes are drop-in classes for those seniors 62+ years of age and Livonia

residents ONLY. No registration required, however class size is limited.

ZUMBA GOLD WITH TRISH

Monday 3:15 p.m.

Latin-inspired dance fitness incorporating Latin/international music and dance moves. The cardio-based dance moves are easy to follow and fun. Come and enjoy the party!

LINE DANCE FITNESS WITH KAREN

Tuesday 12:30 p.m.

Low key, non-country dance class. Learn one or two Top 40 or disco line dances per week. This is not a formal instruction, so be prepared to get silly and have some good old fun. All ability levels welcome. Some dances will be faster than others.

YOGA WITH SANDY Wednesday 9:30 a.m.

This class is gentle flow yoga, emphasizing classical yoga posture. The participant moves with flow to develop focus, strength and flexibility. All levels of fitness are welcome.

STRENGTH TRAINING WITH ROY Friday 1 p.m.

Activity within the class will be centered around the needs of the active older adult. Learn specific exercises that will decrease the risk of falling and improve your overall stability.

The class will focus on upper and lower body strength training. All levels of fitness welcome. Please note: No class the first Friday of each month.

SENIOR FITNESS SPRING SESSION Classes begin the week of May 2

Registration for the Spring Session begins on Monday, April 11. For these fitness classes,

please register in person at the Civic Park Senior Center, Kirksey Recreation Center or by going online at LivoniaParks.org. These sessions are for seven weeks for seniors 55+ years of age and no residency restrictions. If you prefer a variety of workouts or your schedule

varies weekly, we have a “drop-in” punch card for five class visits: $10 Livonia resident and $15 for non-resident.

YOGA WITH SANDY

Tuesday 1:30 p.m. or Wednesday 10:45 a.m. $14 resident, $21 non-residnet

These eight sessions are gentle flow yoga, emphasizing classical yoga posture. The partici-pant moves with flow to develop focus, strength and flexibility. All levels of fitness are wel-

come.

STRENGTH TRAINING WITH ROY

Wednesday 8:45 a.m. $14 resident, $21 non-resident Activity within the class will be centered around the needs of the active older adult. Learn

specific exercises that will decrease the risk of falling and improve your overall stability. The class will focus on upper and lower body strength training. Eight week session. All levels of fitness welcome.

LINE DANCE FITNESS WITH KAREN

Thursday 12:30 p.m. $14 resident, $21 non-resident

Low key, non-country dance class. Learn one or two Top 40 or disco line dances per week. This is not a formal instruction, so be prepared to get silly and have some good old fun. All

ability levels welcome. Some dances will be faster than others. This is a seven week ses-sion.

YOGA AND MEDITATION

Friday 11 a.m. $17.50 residents, $26.25 non-resident

This is a seven week session with classic yoga postures, then transition into relaxing guid-ed meditation. Relax with affirmations, meditation, visualizations and breathe work. This class is 75 minutes long.

SILVERSNEAKERS MEMBERSHIPS Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center offers SilverSneakers matinee memberships! For more

information, please visit LivoniaParks.org or call (734) 466-2900.

TABLE TENNIS REGULAR SCHEDULE RETURNS! Beginning Monday April 18th

Monday and Thursday 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Beginning on Monday, April 18, 2022 table tennis will return to is regular scheduled days, Monday and Thursday beginning at 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Feel free to join us for a fun-filled group that varies in ages and skill levels. Wednesdays will remain 10 a.m.-2 p.m. throughout April.

POOL TABLES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE

April 18 Through July 1, 2022

SENIOR SHOPPING TRANSPORTATION

Livonia Transit will provide curb-to-curb rides for residents of Livonia, 62 years of age and older within the city on a donation

basis. Rides are available to places such as Meijer, Walmart, Kroger, and some banks Monday through Friday. Buses leave the senior center at 8:30 a.m. Please be ready when the bus arrives.

TRANSPORTATION TO THE SENIOR CENTER The senior center is re-opening with limited activities and transportation is available for

those activities. If you need a ride to the senior center, call (734) 466-2700.

MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION

We provide medical transportation for residents of Livonia ages 62 and older. The Doctor Van runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on a donation basis. When scheduling with your doctor, please make sure your appointment is finished by 2:30 p.m. to enable us to get you home. There is a maximum of two rides per week. Our vehicles do not

provide transportation to or from nursing homes or assisted living facilities. We do not transport for medical emergencies.

DISABLED AND SENIOR TRANSPORTATION

Livonia Transit will provide door to door service on an individual basis for seniors ages 60

and older, or disabled residents ages 18 and older. Disabled passengers new to Livonia Transit, must have a completed ADA application of file before service can begin. Transportation is available to anywhere in Livonia you wish to go. The charge for this

service is $2 each way. We will go within one mile out of Livonia for medical appointments only. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Call (734) 466-2700 for details or reservations.

Please note: Masks must be worn on all transportation buses per the FTA (Federal Transportation Administration. Thank you for your cooperation.

VEST POCKET LIBRARY Mon, Wed, Fri 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tue, Th 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Vest Pocket library inside the senior center has computers, large print books,

paperback books, and DVDs available to check out.

“FREE COUNTER” CLOSED AT THIS TIME

The Civic Park Senior Center has always had a “free” take counter, where seniors could drop off small items and if anyone wanted it, they took it. One person’s trash is another person’s treasure! We will keep this counter closed for the time being, so please do not

bring any trash or treasures at this time. Thank you for your cooperation!

MEXICAN MOTHER’S DAY OLÉ!

Thursday, May 5, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $5 Livonia resident, $7 non-resident LADIES ONLY!

Cinco de Mayo with all the Senoritas for our Mother’s Day celebration! Games, giveaways, raffles, a Mexican lunch will be served and prizes for the most festive attire too! Registration for Livonia resident ladies will begin on Monday, April 11, and all others

ladies can register beginning Wednesday, April 13. Advanced registration can be made online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park Senior Center or Kirksey

Recreation Center. ALPHA BOOK CLUB

Cilka’s Journey

Charles “Chuck” Dardas is a philanthropic business owner who owns and operates the AlphaUSA Company in Livonia. He graciously donates his time and reading resources for

a free book club for the seniors of the Civic Park Senior Center. To participate in the Alpha Book Club you must register by calling the senior center at (734)466-2555 and then stop by to pick up your book. Books will be distributed the week of April 4. This will fill up

quickly! The book discussion will take place at the senior center in May. Look for the exact date and time in next month’s bulletin.

EASTERN MARKET TRIPS RETURN! Saturday, May 21, June 18, July 16 and August 20, 8 a.m.

$8 residents $10 non residents

Transportation will be provided to and from Detroit’s Eastern Market. Once at the market you are on your own to explore, shop, walk, and dine until the bus departs at 11:30 a.m.

Register with payment at the volunteer desk, register online at LivoniaParks.org or call (734) 466-2555 for more information. Departs from the Civic Park Senior Center at 8 a.m.

sharp! Return time is noon. Per SMART rules, current rules state that all riders MUST wear a mask while riding the bus to and from the market.

Greenmead historical park

DEAF DEFYING ODDS

Tuesday, April 5, 2 p.m.

Join us at the Alexander Blue House as we celebrate Deaf Awareness Month! Carol Brichford will offer an in-depth look at individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and their accomplishments and contributions to society. This is a free program, no

registration required.

PREVIOUSLY ENJOYED JEWELRY SALE Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Greenmead’s annual jewelry sale has a wide variety of rings, bracelets, necklaces and

more for you to add to your collection! Come shop our large selection at the Alexander Blue House. Please be prepared to pay with cash or check.

SOMETHING OLD, NEW, BORROWED, AND BLUE

Saturday, April 30, May 7, May 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Vintage wedding attire from the past 100 years will be on display in the Simmons-Hill House along with brides’ photos and stories from their wedding day. During this exhibit, guests will have the rare opportunity to view Mrs. Hill’s wedding gown, which

has been beautifully restored. Advanced registration $8 per person at LivoniaParks.org,

“THE ROCKERS” First and Third Wednesday of each month 9:30 a.m.-noon

Come paint with “The Rockers” at the senior center. Please bring your own paint supplies

(acrylic craft paint or acrylic pens work best), rocks and brushes. If a beginner, the group will help guide you with tips and techniques. No registration required, just bring your talents and supplies.

HAND, FOOT AND DICE PLAYERS WANTED Wednesdays 11 a.m.

Looking for others to play Hand, Foot and Dice with? Come on down to the senior center every Wednesdays at 11 a.m. or if you are interested in learning how to play. Our ladies

can teach you! ASK THE LAWYER

First and Third Friday of each month 1:30-3 p.m.

The purpose of these legal clinics are to offer free, limited legal advice to residents of the State of Michigan on a first-come, first-serve basis. Legal volunteers cannot file court

papers for you or appear in court on your behalf. They do not offer legal representation. Their manner of advocacy is direct assistance, legal advice and counsel, research and scholarship, education, media outreach, policy development and public programming.

Attorneys may charge up to $10 for performing each notarial act.

DETROIT TIGERS SENIOR GAMES 11 a.m. $41 residents, $45 non-residents

Registration begins 8:30 a.m. Friday, April 1, for Livonia residents

and 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 5, for non-residents. This year, we have four game dates available:

1:10 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 vs. Chicago White Sox

1:10 p.m. Wednesday, July 27 vs. San Diego Padres 1:10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24 vs. San Francisco Giants 7:10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16 vs. Chicago White Sox (includes post-game fireworks)

Cost includes: round trip transportation via senior center bus, right field box seating (sections 112-113, rows 42-43), hot dog and pop (not included with evening game), drop

off and pick up, and escort. All games depart from the senior center at 11 a.m. for the 1:10 p.m. games and 4:45 p.m. for the 7:10 p.m. game. Please be advised that walking is involved with this trip. Register with payment at the senior center office or online at

LivoniaParks.org. Call (734) 466-2555 for more information.

DO YOU HAVE AN INQUIRING MIND?

Tuesdays beginning April 12-May 17, 10:30 a.m. to noon We will review a variety of interesting topics and thought provoking subjects

without the pressures of real tests. You are invited to share your knowledge and experiences during each session. All materials and handouts will be provided for you during each class. This is a six-week session that will take

place at the Civic Park Senior Center. K. Pyrros will be facilitate the group. Cost is $15 per person. Please register with payment at the senior center or

online at LivoniaParks.org.

SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER LUNCH PROGRAM

Congregate meal nutrition sites are currently closed and will remain closed until further notice.

Meal Pick-Up

Frozen meal packs are distributed each Monday between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon to seniors ages 60 and older. Congregate meal participants will drive to the Livonia Civic Park

Senior Center, 15218 Farmington Road in Livonia, for pick-up. To reserve a frozen meal pack, please call (734) 466-2691 to leave a message. Upon arrival

at the distribution site, a Congregate Meal Participant form must be completed and you will be asked if you wish to reserve a frozen meal pack for the following week.

Meal Delivery

Frozen meals will be delivered on Mondays and Thursdays each week. Monday meals

consist of three frozen meals (for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) and Thursday meals consist of two frozen with fresh fruit and milk (for Thursday and Friday). Everyone receives

the same meal. The shelf stable food boxes have been discontinued. If you would like to register to receive home delivered meals, please call (734) 326-5202 and select option one.

SERVICES AND OUTSIDE RESOURCES

Wayne County Home Delivered Meals — Homebound seniors, ages 60 and older, may be eligible to receive home delivered meals. The suggested donation for meals is $3 per meal.

Please call (734) 326-5202 and select option one. Wayne County Liquid Meals — Liquid nutrition is available to seniors ages 60 and older

who are unable to ingest solid food due to a debilitating disease or condition. For more information, please call (734) 326-5202 and select option two. Focus Hope — Monthly food distribution to low-income Livonia residents, ages 60 and

older. For more information, please call (734) 466-2557. Gleaners Food Bank — For more information, please call (866) 453-2637 or visit www.gcfc.org

The Senior Alliance (TSA) — The Senior Alliance (TSA) is a private, non-

profit agency established in 1980. The TSA was designated by the Michigan Commission on Services to the Aging to

operate as the Area Agency on Aging for the 34 suburban communities in

Southern and Western Wayne County. For more information, call (800) 815-1112 or visit TheSeniorAlliance.org.

Your Senior Center Staff

Program Supervisor:

Karl W. Peters

(734) 466-2556

kpeters@Livonia.gov

Recreation Supervisor:

Carrie Jo Soroka

(734) 466-2557

csoroka@Livonia.gov

Senior Center Clerk: Kim Schendel

(734) 466-2553

kschendel@Livonia.gov

APRIL CALENDAR 2022

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:30 Table Tennis

9:00 Stained Glass

9:00 Knitting & Crocheting

9:30 Mahjong Beginners

9:30 Contemporary Issues

9:30 Men's Euchre

10:00 Backgammon

12:00 Double Pinochle

12:00 Quilting

12:30 Bridge (Party)

12:30 Mahjong

12:30 Bingo

1:00 Pinochle

3:15 Zumba Gold

9:00 Floor Exercise

11:00 Chair Exercise

11:00 Wayne Ford Assembly

Euchre

12:30 Dupl. Bridge

12:30 Line Dance Fitness

12:30 Card Games/Variety

1:00 Cribbage

1:00 Arthritis Exercise

1:30 Yoga W/Sandy

2:00 Seniors over Sixty

8:45 Strength Training

9:00 Knitting & Crocheting

9:30 Yoga W/Sandy

10:00 Table Tennis

10:45 Yoga w/Sandy

11:00 Hand, Foot & Dice

12:30 Mahjong

12:30 Scrabble

1:00 Pinochle

1:00 Arthritis Exercise

1:00 Chess

8:30 Table Tennis

9:00 Woodcarvers

9:30 Men's Euchre

10:00 Backgammon

12:00 Double Pinochle

12:30 Euchre

12:30 Line Dance Fitness

12:30 Mahjong

9:00 Floor Exercise

9:30 Scrapbooking

9:30 African American Quilters

11:00 Chair Exercise

11:00 Yoga & Meditation

12:30 Pinochle

12:30 Euchre

1:00 Strength Training

1

1:30 Travel Club

1:30 Ask the Lawyer

NO STRENGTH TRAINING

4 5 6 7 8

9:30 "The Rockers" 10:00 Alzheimer Support -

Virtual Meeting

NO LINE DANCE

12:30 Tiger's Home Opener -

$3.00/Person

11 12 13 14 15

10:30 Inquiring Minds 9:00 Fraud Prevention

9:30 Blood Pressure

Screening - Angela Hospice

11:00 Easter - $6.00 Res. &

$8.00 Non-Res.

CITY OFFICES CLOSED

GOOD FRIDAY

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12:30 Bingo

l:00 NARFE - ZOOM

10:00 Blood Pressure

Screening - Rite Choice

Home Health Care

10:30 Inquiring Minds

9:30 "The Rockers" 9:30 Blood Pressure

Screening - Brightstar

9:00 Fox Creek Men's Golf

Meeting

11:00 Succulent Workshop

1:00 Succulent Workshop

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10:00 Talk with Ted

10:30 Inquiring Minds

9:30 Acrylic Landscape

Painting

11:00 Caregiver Lecture

9:00 LSMG Golf Meeting

Daily Activities (Unless noted below)

Friday, April 8, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost $3 per person

Let’s Go Tigers! Come watch the game with us and cheer on our team as they take on the

Chicago White Sox. Our friends from LIVONIA WOODS will be in the activity room of the senior

center serving hot dogs, chips, popcorn, and beverages. Advanced registration begins on

Friday, April 1, by going online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park

Senior Center or Kirksey Recreation Center. Register for a chance to win free Tiger gear too!

For more information call 734-466-2555

Civic Park Senior Center

15218 Farmington Rd, Livonia

TIGERS

HOME

OPENER

PARTY!

PREVENTION

Thursday, April 14, 9 a.m. No Charge

Join retired police Sergeant Robert Haig as he presents new scams that are aimed

toward senior citizens. Spring is here and this lecture will highlight driveway and

utility worker impersonators. This is vitally important to everyone! This is not a drop

in presentation, you must register in advance either by calling the senior center

at (734) 466-2555 or by going online at LivoniaParks.org. Lecture will be held in

the Activity Room inside the Senior

Center. Come be scam and fraud aware!

Civic Park Senior Center

15218 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154

Registration for Livonia

residents will begin Friday,

April 1, and Tuesday, April

5, for non-residents.

Advanced registration can

be made online at

LivoniaParks.org or in

person at the Civic Park

Senior Center or Kirksey

Recreation Center. This

event will be located in the

dining room of the senior

center.

15218 Farmington Rd.

Livonia, MI 48154

Hop on over to the Civic Park Senior Center!

Thursday, April 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

*Holiday Meal*

*Jelly Beans*

*Chocolate Bunnies*

*Games & Prizes*

*Raffles*

*Giveaways*

COST $6 Livonia

$8 non-resident

It’s Earth Day! Come make your very own succulent garden! Each person will receive three baby succulents, planting supplies (moss, gravel, soil) and one citrus vitality oil. You must bring your own planter! We are focused on “upcycling” things you may have around your house, such as an old coffee mug, mason jar, or small planter. In addition to making your own garden, our certified essential oil life coach will offer a short presentation about the basics of essential oils and how to use them safely. Advanced registration can be made online at LivoniaParks.org or in person at the Civic Park Senior Center or Kirksey Recreation Center. When registering please specify which time slot you will be attending. Checks can be made to “City of Livonia”.

SUCCULENT GARDEN DIFFUSER WORKSHOPS

Friday, April 22

Offering two sessions

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Or 1-2:30 p.m.

Cost: $23 Livonia resident

$25 non-resident

Civic Park Senior Center 15218 Farmington Road

Livonia, Mi 48154 (734) 466-2555

TALK WITH TED Tuesday, April 26, 2022

10 - 11 a.m. For those of you who do not know, the Civic Park

Senior Center falls under the City’s Parks and

Recreation Department. Our Superintendent of Parks

and Recreation, Ted Davis will be in the senior center

lobby, on Tuesday morning to meet with seniors,

answer any questions, and listen to any concerns you

may have about your senior center or senior programs.

Please stop on by! Light refreshments will be provided.

Civic Park Senior Center

15218 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154

Civic Park Senior Center 15218 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154

Kathy Housey presents:

“CAREGIVERS COMING TOGETHER”

Thursday, April 28, 2022, 11 a.m. - noon Please join presenter Kathy Housey, as she offers caregivers information and

the opportunity to shed potential guilt. The distinction between different

types of dementia is stressed, highlighting Alzheimer’s, along with the 10

warning signs. Strategies to demonstrate physical, emotional and verbal

interaction, as well as identifying specific bathroom and “sundowners

syndrome” techniques. Finally, some fascinating brain apps are identified

alongside the importance of music, TV shows and movies, and valuable

websites to visit. The lecture is meant to give the caregiver the means to feel

good about their own behavior with their loved one as they practice patience

and relaxation. Please register in advance by calling the senior center at

(734) 466-2555 or online at LivoniaParks.org.

Special thanks to our sponsors!

KATHLEEN A HOUSEY KAH PRESENTATIONS LLC

www.clarityofcognition.com 15101 Ford Road

Dearborn, MI 48126

Civic Park Senior Center

MEXICAN MOTHER’S DAY

Thursday, May 5, 2022 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

LADIES ONLY! Cost ~ $5 Livonia resident, $7 non-resident

Cinco de Mayo with all the Senoritas for our Mother’s Day celebration! Games,

giveaways, raffles, a Mexican lunch will be served and prizes for the most

festive attire too! Registration for Livonia resident ladies will begin on

Monday, April 11, and all others ladies can register beginning Wednesday,

April 13. Advanced registration can be made online at LivoniaParks.org or in

person at the Civic Park Senior Center or Kirksey Recreation Center. For more

information please call (734) 466-2555.

Special thanks to our sponsor from

44600 Five Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48168

CRAFT FAIR

APRIL 9, 2022 10 A.M.- 3 P.M.

at the LIVONIA CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY

Join us for a Spring Craft Fair! Local vendors will be selling their creations and

supporting the library. Stop by to find that last minuteEaster treat and enter a raffle for some great items!

2 Moms with aCause All Wrapped Up andMoreAltered Image ArtBaked4 UBev's ShadowBoxesBohemian BlissBoutiqueDimensional DesignsDrea's DesignzJune's Jewels

20 Vendors!

KimmiCatCrafsMake a DifferenceRescueNanas CountryCreationsOoola-nique DesignsSmoosh theCrafterinaSunshine Sweets andTreats Teacups & BowsThis n That by KathyTwo Crafty Mom'sUse Your Words

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