Senior Citizen Activity Center Madison Heights, MI 48071

Senior Citizen Activity Center
29448 John R
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Senior Center Staff
Lee Fedel, Coordinator
Jennifer Cowan, Sr. Ctr. Assistant
Bill Gordon, Part-time Driver
Marie Murphy, Part-time Driver
Carrie Durkin, Part-time Driver
Gayle Verbiest, Part-time Driver
What’s Inside...
New Trips...................................1-2
New Trips and Still Available..........3
Upcoming Trips............................4
Extended Travel...........................5
Events.........................................6
News to Know..............................7
Classes.......................................8
Services & Fitness.......................9
Birthdays, Anniversaries &
Senior Dining..............................10
Advertising & Extras....................11
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Senior Citizen Activity Center
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248.545.3464
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Madison Heights Senior Center
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KEWADIN DEPART
9:00-POOL TRNMNT
9:00-OAKLAND MALL
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Sloppy Joe
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
11:15-GAME FEST
12:00-Baked Ham
NO PRIZE BINGO
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GRO: Meijer
10:45-PURPLE ROSE
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Pub Burger
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
KEWADIN RETURN
9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Chicken Sandwich
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
11:00-READER’S THEATRE
12:00-BBQ Chicken
1:00-UNITED HEALTHCARE
PRIZE BINGO
GRO: Kroger
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Homemade Chili
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
15) 9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
10:45-OCC CULINARY
12:00-Sausage Casserole
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
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Daylight
Savings
Time Begins
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9:00-BIG LOT
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Teriyaki Chicken
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
10:00-MOBILE LAW
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Beef Ravioli
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
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11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Vegetable Lasagna
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-ST PAT’S PARTY
1:00-WII LEAGUE
8:45-WINDSOR RACEWAY
9:00-TARGET
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Hungarian Goulash
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-BOOK CLUB
1:00-WII LEAGUE
Thursday
1) 9:00-KMART
9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
11:00-VEG COOK CLASS
12:00-Pork Chops
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
1:00-ADVISORY BD MT
Spring Begins!
9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Ham Loaf
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
GRO: Meijer
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Beef Tips/Noodles
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
GRO: Kroger
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Spaghetti w/Meat
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
10:30-HEARING SCREEN
12:00-Homemade Meatballs
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
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9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
11:15-DIABETES TALK
12:00-Sliced Turkey/Gravy
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
Friday
Saturday
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Don’t forget to
set clocks ahead
by one hour and
change batteries
in smoke
detector(s)
before bed.
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10:00-TRIP SIGNUP
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Mac & Cheese
12:45-“Larry Crowne”
1:00-BUNCO
9:00-MASSAGES
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Baked Fish
12:45-“Super 8”
1:00-BUNCO
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Mac & Tuna Fish
12:00-BIRTHDAY CAKE
12:45-“The Art of Getting By”
1:00-BUNCO
St. Patrick’s
Day
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11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Fish Sandwich
12:45-“I Don’t Know How
She Does It”
1:00-BUNCO
8:45-STAHL’S/MORLEY
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Greek Pasta Salad
12:45-“J. Edgar”
1:00-BUNCO
7:45AMERICAN
DIABETES
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Madison Heights Senior Center
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29448 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071
248.545.3464
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April Fool’s
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9:00-POOL TRNMNT
10:00-TRIP SIGNUP
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Stuffed Peppers
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Chicken Patty
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
LIFELINE SCREENINGS
GRO: Meijer
11:00-MEADOWBROOK
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Salmon/Sauce
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
9:00-KMART
10:00-MOBILE LAW
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-BBQ Beef/Bun
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
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9:00-TAX ASSISTANCE
10:00-EXERCISE
11:00-READER’S THEATRE
12:00-Kielbasa/Kraut
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
Happy Easter!
9:00-OAKLAND MALL
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Beef Ravioli
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
GRO: Kroger
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Boneless Chicken
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
LONDON/PARIS DEPART
9:00-KMART
9:15-WINDSOR/5th DIMENSION
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Pork Chop
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
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CHESAPEAKE
BAY DEPART
9:00-TARGET
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Ham Casserole
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-BOOK CLUB
1:00-WII LEAGUE
9:00-PRODUCE PALACE
10:00-EARTH DAY
CLEANUP
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Italian Sausage
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Manicotti Marinara
12:45-CRAFTS
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-WII LEAGUE
1:30-VEG COOK CLASS
10:00-EXERCISE
10:30-PALLADIUM
12:00-Sliced Turkey/Gravy
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
1:00-ADVISORY BD MT
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Homemade Chili
12:45-PRIZE BINGO
GRO: Meijer
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Fish Sandwich
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
LONDON/PARIS RETURN
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GRO: Kroger
10:45-OPC SHOW
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Roast Pork/Gravy
12:45-PINOCHLE
1:00-DOMINOES
1:30-TAI CHI
9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
12:00-BBQ Chicken
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
26) 9:00-KMART
10:00-BLOOD PRESSURES
10:00-EXERCISE
11:00-SING ALONG
12:00-Chicken Patty/Bun
1:00-BINGO
1:00-QUILT GROUP
1:30-COMPUTER CLASS
5:00-SPRING FLING
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CENTER CLOSED
Good Friday
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9:00-MASSAGES
9:45-DETROIT OPERA
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Beef Stew
12:00-BIRTHDAY CAKE
12:45- ‘In Time”
1:00-BUNCO
11:00-EXERCISE
11:30-VOLUNTEER
APPRECIATION
12:00-Spanish Rice
12:45-“My Week With Marilyn”
1:00-BUNCO
CHESAPEAKE RETURN
11:00-EXERCISE
12:00-Salisbury Steak
12:45-“Our Idiot Brother”
1:00-BUNCO
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248.545.3464
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MARCH & APRIL 2012
$12.00 per year
SIGN UP DATES: Friday, March 2 & Monday, April 2, 2012- Sign up numbers will be given at 9:00 am.
Residents’ registration starts at 10:00 am and non-residents’ registration starts at approximately 10:30 am. Full
payment is required for day trips and checks are preferred. Please make all checks payable to the City of
Madison Heights. You may register for extended trips at any time with deposit. There is a minimum of 15-20 people per
day trip. If you mail in or leave a check with the front desk for a trip, you must also supply a self-addressed stamped envelope for
your ticket stub(s) or we will not register you. Address labels for your tickets are very helpful too! If you need to cancel a trip or
event after you have signed up, we will do everything we can to refund the cost (minus a $3.00 cancellation fee) by either selling
the ticket to someone else or by cancelling your reservation if possible. However, if payment has already been issued, we may
not be able to obtain a refund. If a refund is possible, it will be sent through the City Treasurer’s office and may take up to three
weeks to be processed. For more info on our sign up policy, stop by or call 248.545.3464.
* * * * * March Signup ----- Friday, March 2 or later * * * * *
A Sweet Tour
Featuring Stahl’s Bakery &
Morley Chocolate Factory
Friday, March 30, 2012
9 am - 3 pm
$10-Res/12-Non-Res
March sign up
Meadowbrook
Spreading It Around
(New Comedy)
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
11:15 am - 5 pm
$41-Res/$43-Non-Res
March sign up
Stahl’s Bakery has been a tradition in the Detroit area for
When Angela Drayton, a widow living in a gated retirement
70 years. Originated in Detroit’s east side in 1930, Stahl’s moved into community in Florida, grows tired of footing the bills and handing out
a historic building (built in 1868) in the city of New Baltimore in 1977, money to her unappreciative children, she and some of the other
aptly named the Baker Building, after the man who built it.
residents start the “S.I.N. (Spending It Now) Foundation”, an
Today Stahl’s still makes bread by hand, baked in a brick
organization which gives to those really in need. Fearing they will lose
oven from 1928. Their signature cookie, Belly Buttons (developed in their inheritance, her greedy son and his shopaholic wife show up to
1979), has become an area cookie icon.
try to stop the “needless” spending of their money.
A tour of the bakery will take 20-30 minutes including a
Lunch prior to the show will be at Alfoccino’s Italian
baking demonstration. You will then have lunch on your own at
Restaurant
in Auburn Hills. Entree choices are: #1-Fantazia
Stahl’s. They serve sandwiches, soups, hot dogs, hand made pizza,
Fromagio,
#2-Chicken
Piccata or #3-Filet of Fish. All entrees served
Ashby’s ice cream and cold and hot drinks. You will also get a
with a tossed salad or homemade minestrone soup and fresh garlic
discount on baked goods at Stahl’s. Lastly, we’ll have a chance to
bread sticks. Complimentary coffee, tea or iced tea and dessert.
shop at some of the stores in New Baltimore which includes a soap
and lotion shop, a wine shop and a candle store.
Our next stop on the trip is a tour of Morley Chocolate
Factory. We’ll see a video on the story of chocolate. Then we’ll enjoy Caesar’s Windsor Casino
watching the experts create luscious treats in their 100 foot
observation walkway. Finally, we’ll get to taste a free sample and then “The 5th Dimension”
a stop in their unique candy & gift shop to put the finishing touch on
Thursday, April 12, 2012
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Senior Afternoon at the Movies
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10:45 am - 3:30 pm
$25-Res/$27-Non-Res
March sign up
9:30 am - 6 pm
$15-Res/$17-Non-Res
March sign up
*Passport, passport card or enhanced license required
Trip includes round trip motorcoach transportation, $10 cash
coupon and admission to the 3 pm show featuring “Florence LaRue
& The 5th Dimension”. “Do You Remember?” slick side steps
danced by entertainers wearing coordinated outfits, singing great
Trip includes a gourmet buffet and dessert in the dining area, ticket
harmonies and taking us back through time to the musical places
to the movie and complimentary popcorn and beverages throughout. we have been over the years.
Madison Heights Senior Center
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
Detroit Opera House
The Pearl Fishers
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October 25
Opera in three acts
Friday, April 13, 2012
10 am - 2 pm (approximate)
$35-Res/$37-Non-Res
March sign up
August 23
December 13
*Sign up ends at least one week prior to each dance.
Driven apart by their love for the same woman, King Zurga and Nadir
the pearl fisher are reunited on the shores of ancient Ceylon. In honor
of their renewed friendship the two men vow to never again let a
woman come between them. That vow is put to the test when fate
intervenes in the form of the mysterious high priestess Leila. George
Bizet’s steamy tale of star-crossed lovers boasts a seductive score.
OPC Players Present
Jukebox Saturday Night
Book Club
Moderator: Sally Arrivee
Monday, March 19, 2012“The Sheik” by E.M. Hull
Monday, April 16, 2012-
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
11 am - 3:45 pm (approximate)
$24-Res/$26-Non-Res
March sign up
“The Conqueror” by Georgette Heyer
1:00 pm- Free!
Jukebox Saturday Night music of U.S., South America and more from
the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and beyond. Pure entertainment for all. Includes
lunch and show.
Spring Fling
The Madison Heights Public Library invites you to participate in our
book club. It is held once a month on Monday. The theme for 2012 is
romance! You can pick up the book at the Senior Center for your
convenience! Enjoy some sweet treats & popular books and discuss
them with friends.
March/April Puzzle ContestIf you know the answer to the puzzle below, you can come to
the Senior Center’s front desk starting at 9:00 am on Monday,
March 5 and give your answer. We will continue to take
answers until 12 noon. All correct answers will be put into a
drawing and the winner will be announced at lunch.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
5-9 pm
$22-Res/$24-Non-Res
March sign up
Join us for dinner, dancing to the Mike Zelenak Band and an evening
filled with fun. This dance is dedicated to our long-awaited Spring, so
be ready to celebrate one of the best seasons of the year!
Jackson Historic Prison Tour
A palindrome is a word, phrase, verse, or sentence
that reads the same backward or forward. Name a
word that is a palindrome that means to look
through a small opening or from a concealed
location.
Monday, May 21, 2012
8 am - 5 pm
$50-Res/$52-Non-Res
March sign up
January/February Puzzle Contest:
Answer: Stand up and be counted
Winner: ???
Michigan’s First State Prison, once the world’s largest
walled prison, is now Armory Arts Village, a resident artists’ community
listed on MSN in the top ten most unique buildings in the world in
which to live. The 25 foot stone and granite wall with guard turrets
surround it. See how this old brick and mortar building has gone from
historic prison to artistic vision. Then, board a bus to fully intact Sevenblock (1934-2007), on the closed area of the Southern Michigan State
Prison. This is where inmates went from the First Prison when it
closed in 1934.
Robert DeNiro filmed the movie “Stone” at Seven-Block.
See how and where prisoners first entering were placed in the holding
cell, given their uniforms, haircuts, numbers and sent to the cells.
Hear stories of lively and famous convicts, wardens, officers, a daring
helicopter escape, Seven-Block’s role during the Detroit riots and
prison reforms.
We will enjoy lunch at the Old Prison Cafe. (No bread or water
here.) Choices include: #1- (The Snitch) Chicken Salad on Croissant,
#2- (The Burglar’s Beef) Bistro Roast Beef on Kaiser Bun or #3- (The
Parolee) Veggie on Homemade Pita. Lunch includes creamy tomato
basil soup, coffee, tea, iced tea, lemonade & dessert.
THANK YOUS
Madison Heights Senior Center
Donations of Green Art/Volunteers- Thank you to Alice Wehner,
Elizabeth Scott, Ruth Stinson and Louise Jones.
Donations of Senior Wish List Items- Auntie Eva Eggersdorf,
Julie Moran, Johanna Mandarino, Kay Teschke and Leo
Zelkowski.
Donations of Bingo Prizes/Lunches- Auntie Eva Eggersdorf,
Carol D’Andrea, Kay Teschke, Loretta Ortbals, Rosemarie Tye,
Sharon Fraile, Ellen Bishop, Julie Moran and Steve & Helen
Stevenson.
Dinner Dances- Donations of prizes- Rosemarie Tye and Kim
Kloc (Barb Pearce’s daughter).
Lastly, thanks to Pete Pagliarini- our coffee table barista!
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April Signup ----- Monday, April 2 or later
Meadowbrook
From My Hometown
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$6-Res/$8-Non-Res
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~Motown Musical~
Wednesday
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11:15 am - 5 pm
$42-Res/$44-Non-Res
April sign up
This 2004 off-Broadway rags-to-riches tale about three young men
who leave their homes in Philadelphia, Detroit and Memphis to seek
fame and fortune at New York’s Apollo Theatre, features the greatest
hits of the Motown era and examines the difference between the
Detroit/Chicago, as well as the Philly and Memphis sound. The show
was “re-launched” in NYC in 2011.
Lunch prior to the show will be at O’Malley’s Restaurant. Entree
choices are: #1-Gaelic Chicken Sandwich, #2-Shillelagh Club,
#3-Retro Burger or #4-Parmesan Baked Cod. All lunches include
salad, beverage and dessert.
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It’s time for the wearin’ of the green and getting ready for spring.
There will be entertainment, the Dublin Derby, green
refreshments and of course- lots of fun!
OCC
Culinary Arts Grand Buffet
Thursday, March 15, 2012
11 am - 1:30 pm
$20-Res/$22-Non-Res
Sign up now!
Oakland Community College Culinary Arts program is located at the
Orchard Ridge campus in Farmington Hills. We will enjoy a Culinary
Grand Buffet featuring an endless selection of salads, vegetables,
potatoes, a variety of entrees, tortes, flans & ice cream too!
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10 am - 2 pm (approximate)
$35-Res/$37-Non-Res
April sign up
Windsor Raceway
In a bizarre twist of fate, life imitates art in Ruggero Leoncavallo’s
beloved play within a play. 1860‘s Italy sets the stage as a theater
and Bingo Adventure
troupe led by Canio and his actress wife Nedda arrives in town. When
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Canio begins to suspect the real reason his wife’s performance as an Monda
adultress is so convincing, their comedic production takes a sinister turn. 9 am - 4:30 pm
$10-Res/$12-Non-Res
Sign up now!
*NEW Lunch & Tour
The Green Garage
Friday, May 18, 2012
11:30 am - 3 pm
$17-Res/$19-Non-Res
April sign up
*Limit of 15 people!
The Green Garage is actually three things: a building located in
the Midtown area of Detroit, a business enterprise and a community
of people dedicated to Detroit’s sustainable future. The building
dates back to 1920, when it was a showroom for Model T-based
automobiles, and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It
was purchased in 2008 by Tom and Peggy Brennan, who, with a
wonderful community of over 200 individuals, have developed plans
for a green, historic renovation. Their principal business focus is
helping start-up triple bottom line businesses grow naturally. They
opened in the fall of 2011.
We’ll enjoy a boxed lunch and listen to a talk about the
development of the Green Garage. For those who are interested, you
will be able to take a short tour to see & learn about the renovation.
Following our tour we will be able to visit a few shops around the
corner along with the Avalon bakery to buy some goodies for home.
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April sign up
Before the parade enjoy an ‘all you can eat’ pancake breakfast. We
will also be serving sausage, coffee, tea, milk and juice. Following
breakfast the front lawn of the Center is one of the best locations to
see the parade. (Bring your own lawn chairs.) There will be a
limited amount of tickets for sale at the door the day of the breakfast.
Madison Heights Senior Center
*Passport, passport card or enhanced license required
Package includes lunch at Breakaway Gaming Centre. While there
you will play Bingo. You will receive two strip bingo cards (six faces),
two special games and $12 reward card. After your morning playing
bingo you will continue to the always popular Windsor Raceway. At
Windsor Raceway you will receive $10 in slot play.
American Diabetes Association
Mini Health Expo
Saturday, March 24, 2012
8 am - 12 noon
$5-Res/$7-Non-Res
Sign up now!
Diabetes Alert is a free educational health expo taking place
at the Southfield Pavilion. The program will include free health
screenings, hourly speakers and educational sessions, many health
professionals presenting their products and services, demonstrations
and much more.
Included in this trip is a complimentary continental breakfast
and a special goodie bag to take home including a snack.
People with diabetes and pre-diabetes as well as family and
caregivers will find this event to be exceptionally useful, learning more
about new products, helpful tips and ways to improve and keep your
health.
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248.545.3464
Upcoming Trips...
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Wednesday, August 8, 2012
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11 am - 2:30 pm
May sign up
The Polonia is a Polish Restaurant located in the heart of
Hamtramck. The old world ambience and traditional Polish kitchen
flavors have pleased their guests for more than forty years.
Following lunch, we will visit the Polish Art Center. Here you
can immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of old world Poland.
You will find everything from books and music to stoneware, classic
cut crystal, folk art, fine foods, luxurious chocolate and much more.
Theatre of Illusion is a spectacular production filled with
never before seen illusions. Magic these days is about drama,
spectacle interaction, danger and personality. The Spencers have
been described as “Modern Day Houdinis” by the critics. The duo
presents a big, high-tech stage show that combines drama, comedy,
romance and suspense with elaborate stage illusions.
More info on this trip to come in the May/June newsletter.
Fall Color Tour
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
12:30-5 pm
$10-Res/$12-Non-Res
September sign up
City Theatre
“Ernie” by Mitch Albom
Thursday, June 14, 2012
May sign up
“Ernie” is set on Harwell’s last night at Comerica Park
in September of 2009, prior to his moving thank you speech
to his adopted and beloved city of Detroit. Just before he
walks onto the grassy field, he encounters an unusual boy
who is eager to know all about him, coaxing Harwell into
giving one final broadcast- the “broadcast of his life”.
Look for more information, including a meal, in the
May/June newsletter.
Ellis Barn Tour
Tour through northern Oakland County to enjoy the fall colors.
Includes a seated hay wagon tour and cider and donuts at Addison
Oaks County Park.
Holida
y Light T
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Holiday
Tour
Tuesda
y, December 4, 2012
uesday
5:30-8:30 pm
$10-Res/$12-Non-Res
November sign up
Enjoy holiday light displays throughout Oakland County, including a
drive through downtown Rochester and a stop at Waterford Oaks
County Park for hot chocolate, cookies and holiday carols sung by
local Girl Scout troops.
Springfield Oaks County Park
Friday, June 22, 2012
12:30-5 pm
$10-Res/$12-Non-Res
May sign up
Christmas Show
Step back in time with an educational tour of the historic Ellis
Barn. Learn the fascinating history of this barn and how it was
dismantled, removed and reconstructed by ex-Amish
barnwrights. This trip would not be complete without a stop at
Cook’s Farm Dairy for ice cream.
Independence Oaks
Excursion
Monday, July 9, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
$13-Res/$15-Non-Res
June sign up
Spend the day at Independence Oaks County Park
where you can fish, play lawn games, use the pedal boats and
enjoy a relaxing ride on a pontoon boat.
Your trip includes all these activities and a hot dog
picnic lunch. Come with us and enjoy the great outdoors at
Independence Oaks County Park!
Madison Heights Senior Center
Valentine Theater
Toledo, Ohio
The Lettermen
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Twenty million records and seven thousand concert shows
ago, three young men in letter sweaters hit the music charts with
their first single, “The Way You Look Tonight”. From their first hit in
1961 hit after hit followed: “When I Fall in Love”, “Theme from
Summer Place”, “Put Your Head on My Shoulder”, “Hurt So Bad”,
“Shangri-La” and “Graduation Day”, the sound is undeniably
Lettermen.
Not that we’re in a hurry for December to arrive- but mark
your calendars now to see The Lettermen in Toledo!
More info on this trip in future newsletters.
Senior Scoop is Online...and it’s Free!
The Senior Scoop is online at the City of Madison Heights website.
You can request the electronic version only by sending
an email to jennifercowan@madison-heights.org. Be
sure to include your name and email address. You will
be notified via email every other month when it is
available online.
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
Time to Travel!
Pick up a flyer at the Center for more info!
Island Resort & Casino UP 3-Day!
May 13-15, 2012
$159 pp dbl occ
Give yourself the best gift of all! Spend two breathtaking nights at
the Island Resort in Harris, MI in the UP. Experience God’s country
as you see the beauty of Northern MI. Your package starts with a
visit to Kewadin Casino in St. Ignace, Manistique and Odawa.
Breakfast daily at hotel. Receive up to $122 in casino incentives
and enjoy meal discounts for lunch and dinner & much more.
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May 16-22, 2012
$1499 pp dbl occ
Modern motorcoach transport, Amtrak- Cleveland to Boston,
Shoreline tour director, 1 Night- Cleveland, 3 nights- Boston,
1 Night- Newport, RI, 1 Night- Pennsylvania, 6 Breakfasts,
3 Dinners, Come Fly Away @ Cleveland Playhouse, Sightseeing
Tour of Boston, Boston Harbor Dinner Cruise, Faneuil Hall
Marketplace, Salem Witch Museum, Kennebunkport Trolley Tour,
Leisure Time in Kennebunkport, New Bedford Whaling Museum,
Sightseeing Tour of Newport, RI, Marble House, 10 Mile Drive,
Breakers Mansion, Newport’s Famous Cliffwalk, Luggage
Handling and Tax/Tip on Included Meals.
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August 26-29, 2012
$549 pp dbl occ
You are not going to want to miss this one. Sometimes it’s not
just about the destination but also how you get there! Your
journey will begin when we set sail on the Historic SS Badger
across Lake Michigan. Enjoy free movies, shopping and more
even before we get to the Dells. Once you arrive at the Dells your
trip will also include hotel accommodations for four days at the
extraordinary Atlantis Hotel and Waterpark and visits to House on
the Rock, Wisconsin Ducks and Lost Canon. Includes three
breakfasts, two dinners, one lunch and more!
EARLY BOOKING RATE!
T he Plains of Africa
September 2-14, 2012
$6,999 pp dbl occ
THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME!
Roundtrip air, 45 meals, Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve, Mt.
Kenya Safari Club, Kigio Conservancy, Masai Mara, Karne
Blixen Home, Mt. Kilimanjaro and Eight wildlife safaris.
Oasis of the Seas
October 20-27, 2012
From $1499 pp dbl occ
Nassau, St. Thomas and St. Maarten
June 15-20, 2012
$1299 pp dbl occ
Tour includes modern motorcoach transportation, one night Wilkes
Barre, PA, three nights Novotel New York City, one night Somerset, PA,
five breakfasts, all day sightseeing tour of New York City, Greenwich
Village Food & Culture Tour, Sunset Harbor Cruise, leisure time in
New York City, Flight 93 Memorial and luggage handling.
Roundtrip air, one week Eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the
Oasis of the Seas, three ports of call, a large selection of
optional land, air and sea excursions, transfers and all current
port and air taxes & agricultural and security fees.
Irish Splendor
Atlantic City Four-Day!
November 5-12, 2012
$2,449 pp dbl occ
June 17-20, 2012
$349 pp dbl occ
Enjoy three nights lodging at the beautiful Resorts Casino & Hotel in
Atlantic City, right on the boardwalk! This trip lets YOU be the guide.
Plenty of free time to explore on your own. Receive $30 in slot play,
three buffets, two $5 meal credits and a ticket to a show (if available).
Western National Parks
Roundtrip air, 9 meals, Dublin, Guinness Storehouse, Local
Pub Visit, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Cliffs of
Moher and Ashford Castle.
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Princess Cruise
“Wonders of the World”
July 8-18, 2012
$2999 pp dbl occ
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Roundtrip air, airport transfers, first class touring motorcoach, tour
director, 10 nights lodging, 10 breakfasts, one lunch, five dinners,
Arches Natl Park, Canyonlands Natl Park, Colorado Natl
Monument, tour of Salt Lake City, leisure time in Jackson Hole,
boat cruise in Grand Teton Natl Park, Yellowstone Natl Park,
Buffalo Bill Hist Center, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore
Natl Memorial, luggage handling and tax/tip on included meals.
Includes roundtrip airfare from Detroit, cruise, port charges,
government fees, taxes and transfers to/from ship.
Madison Heights Senior Center
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
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EVENTS
CarePRO Home Health System, Inc.
from Madison Heights is at the Center:
Thursdays from 10 am - 12 noon.
Reader’
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
11 am - 12 noon
Free!
March sign up
Stop by to have your blood
pressure taken and to speak with
their health care agent!
Reader’s Theatre is a style of theatre in which the actors do
not memorize their lines. Rather, they go through holding their scripts
and reading off their lines. In Reader’s Theatre, actors use vocal
expression to help the audience understand the story rather than
visual storytelling such as sets and costumes.
In this class we will read aloud entertaining books and
practice for fluency and fun. You’ll love the books and have a great
time reading aloud to bring storytelling and laughter to future
audiences.
March 13 BooksThe Lorax by Dr. Suess
The Garbage Barge by Jonah Winter
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka
March 2- Happy Birhtday Dr. Seuss!
Nichols Bunch
Prize BINGO
Tuesda
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uesday
att 12:45 pm
FREE!
Join us for one hour of play, prizes and
fun with your friends!
*On Tuesday, March 13 United Health
Care will be sponsoring our bingo from
1-2:30 pm. Come play bingo and enjoy
refreshments and special prizes!
Home Physician Services, PC Presents...
Diabetes: Classification, Signs and Symptoms,
Causes, Diagnosis, Management and Prevention
P.S. We Love You!
“Love cannot remain by itself —
it has no meaning. Love has to be put into
action, and that action is service.” ~Mother
Teresa
Be our sweetheart and come to a
volunteer luncheon in honor of your service here
at the Center- Friday, April 20 from 11:30 am 1 pm.
We will have lunch, cake, and a gift
especially for you! If you have volunteered at the
Center this year please stop by the front desk or
call us at 248.545.3464 to RSVP by April 11.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
11:15 am
Free!
Please register for this program by March 22.
Vegetarian Cooking Class
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 11:00 am
Monday, April 30, 2012 at 1:30 pm
Just $3.00!
Samples and recipes provided!
March- All about beans
April- Surprise guest speaker
Life Line Screening
“The Tests that SAVE Lives”
80 & Better
Birthday Party
Monday, May 14, 2012
1-2:30 pm
Free!
The Senior Center would like to extend
an invitation to those 80 years and
better to join us for a salute to you! You
and your guest are invited to enjoy
birthday cake and entertainment. Call
the Center at 248.545.3464 by May 7 to
reserve your spot.
Madison Heights Senior Center
Madison Heights Senior Center will host a health
screening on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 9 am through 4:30 pm.
On that day, Life Line Screening will scan the carotid artery in the
neck for plaque build-up, which can lead to stroke, (75% of all
strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage) and the arteries in the
legs for peripheral arterial disease, which is linked to heart disease.
They will also offer a test for aneurysms in the aortic vessel in the
abdomen, a bone density screening to test for osteoporosis, and a
fifth test for atrial fibrillation, which is the most common type of heart
arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat. This is a prevention program, and
with early detection, these problems can be treated. The results are
sent directly to you in about 21 days. These tests which are
noninvasive, completely painless and take about ten minutes each,
are offered for $45 each. Receive discounts when you sign up for the
Stroke/Wellness Package- $139- SAVE $60. Pre-registration is a
must! If you would like to sign up early feel free to contact Health
Service Coordinator Karin Povish at 248.685.8443 with any questions
and to pre-register for this wonderful event.
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
News to Know
-7Set Clocks Ahead
2012 Golf League
The 2012 Golf League will begin
Tuesday, May 1 and runs for 16 weeks
through August 14. Men play at Sunnybrook in Sterling Heights. Cost
there is $8.75 per week. If you don’t play, you don’t have to pay.
Women play at Red Oaks in Madison Heights. You will need
to pay for the entire 16 week season. Cost there is $160 paid in full at
the Senior Center by April 13.
A separate deposit of $32 is due by April 13 at the Senior
Center for all golfers and is used for golf trophies and prizes at the
end of the season.
Schedules, league format and golf rules will be sent to all
golfers two weeks prior to play.
If you have any questions or require additional information,
please call the Center at 248.545.3464.
Lunch and Games Fest
Tuesda
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11:15 am - 2:30 pm
Join American House Hazel Park for a FREE
“Lunch and Games Fest” on Tuesday, March 6
from 11:15 am - 2:30 pm. Transportation will be
provided by the Center. Stop by the front desk or
call 248.545.3464 to register!
Earth Day Celebration
Monda
y, April 23, 2012
Monday
10 am - 12 noon
Civic Center P
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Par
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Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday, March 11 at 2:00 am.
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead by one hour before going to
bed Saturday, March 10. You should also change the batteries in
your smoke detector(s). Call the Center if you need assistance
with this through the SHARP Program.
Center Closed:
Friday, April 6 for Good Friday
Honor a Loved One
To remember a family member or friend,
consider a memorial donation to the Madison Heights
Senior Center in his or her name. If you wish to specify the
program or activity the donation will go towards, please let us
know at time of contribution.
Your donation will make a world of difference and will
leave a lasting legacy that will assist future generations of seniors
at the Center. Thank you in advance for this gift from the heart.
Ping Pong
Do you like to play table tennis? The senior center has a
ping pong table and equipment. There has been some interest by a
few people to start an informal program.
If you are interested, please call the Center at 248.545.3464
and if enough people call, we will get this program started.
Euchre
Please call the Center at 248.545.3464 if you are interested in playing
euchre on a weekly basis. We will set up a time and place if there are
enough people for at least one table.
*Pizza lunch provided for those who participate
Millions have found ways to express their environmental
commitments through Earth Day. What can you do for Earth Day?
Please join us to help clean up Civic Center Park on 13 Mile Road.
We will have the necessary equipment- you just need to bring a pair
of garden gloves and meet at the Center at 10 am. We will work as a
team and give this wonderful park a good spring cleaning. Following
clean up we will provide pizza and beverages for all volunteers. You
are invited to bring children or grandchildren to join in to help us
clean up Civic Center Park for Earth Day.
For thos who cannot help with clean up (or even if you do
help) we will be selling Earth Day pledges for $1.00 each. You will be
able to write your environmental pledge (“I will turn off the water
when brushing my teeth” et cetera) on a cutout leaf which will be
added to a Humanitree trunk poster. Let’s fill up our tree with lots of
leaves so that we can leave “Mother Earth” as beautiful as when we
first arrived. *Sign up by April 16!
Lions Hearing Center of Michigan
FREE Hearing Screening
Thursday, March 22, 2012
10:30 am -12:30 pm
Daylight Savings Time Begins
Jan
uary Blues Bak
January
Bake
e Sale
Thank you so much to all who supported our
annual bake sale. It was a great success!
The Center raised $289.25 in just two short
days! The money raised from the sale will go towards upkeep of the
exercise equipment.
Thank you so much to our wonderful bakers. We couldn’t have done
it without you- Carol D’Andrea, Brenda Peters, Irene Koziol, Inge
Marchio, Anna Costaras, Helen & Steve Stevenson, Jean Zelkowski,
Barbara Shaner, Lee Paraskevin, Rita & John Zayance, Delphine
Dusza, Kitty Noble, Stephanie Drake, the other Barbara Shaner,
Marion Blavatt, Sharon Fraile, Marilyn Coughlin, Loretta Ortbals, Billie
Jean Devinny, Joan Couch, Trudy Beck, Gloria Lagraw, Joanne
Rheaume, Carole Karam, Shirley Leahy & Martha Kehoe (both for
baking AND working the sale) and last but not least- American House
in Hazel Park.
Tax Assistance
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, trained in cooperation with the IRS, will
be at the Center to help low to moderate income seniors prepare
It only takes a few minutes to check your hearing!
IRS and State taxes at the Madison Heights Senior Center each
Tuesday through April 10, 2012. Appointments can be made at the
Sign up at the front desk or by calling 248.545.3464.
There will be a collection box if you wish to donate used hearing aids. front desk or by calling the office at 248.545.3464.
Madison Heights Senior Center
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
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Classes
Wii League
Thursdays from 1:30-2:30 pm
WHEN INSTRUCTOR AVAILABLE
Instructor: Bill Gordon
Mondays from 1-3 pm
FREE!
The Nintendo game console’s revolutionary
motion-sensitive controller and video screen
format is designed for users to play virtual fitness games and
sports. Older adults in their 60’s, 70’s and 80’s most of whom
never touched a video game in their lives are becoming
addicted to Wii’s therapeutic capabilities with back problems,
hand-eye coordination or challenges with balance, dexterity
and endurance. Join us to see just how much fun Wii can be.
Tai Chi Class
March 7 - 28, 2012
April 4 - 25, 2012
$15-Res/$17-Non-Res
1:30-2:30 pm
Instructor: Sam Purdy
Training will be offered to get you started on
using a computer. Learn how to type a letter,
print, set up an email account, surf the Internet,
read the newspaper online, use eBay, and other
topics. Call 248.545.3464 for more info or to
make sure instructor is available.
Senior Website of the Month:
http://www.justseniorhealth.com/
This website offers tips on diet & fitness, mental health,
elder care and many other topics. Don’t forget to sign
up for their online newsletter!
SHARP Program
Senior Home Assistance Repair Program
This four-week class will focus on exercises specially developed for
seniors from the popular art form of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is well known as
a gentle form of exercise that helps to improve circulation, balance &
joint mobility. Exercises will be done standing and sitting in a chair.
Come in and try the first class for FREE!
Quilting Group
Join us for weekly quilting sessions on
Thursdays from 1-3:30 pm. The group
is unstructured, meaning you can bring
your own quilting projects. If you use a machine bring it
with you as well as your own extension cord.
Dominoes Club
Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
Drop in for some stimulating fun with dominoes
on Wednesday afternoons. Get together with your friends
for some friendly competition. No experience necessary.
Medical Equipment Loans
Our loan closet contains wheelchairs,
walkers, canes, commodes, bath benches
and shower stools all available for your use.
We also accept donations of any of the above
items if they are clean and gently used.
Madison Heights Senior Center
Ask Bill! Computer Drop In Class
SHARP – Madison Heights has a
program to help seniors, those that are physically
challenged and deployed servicemen and
women in Madison Heights with home maintenance. The
program is co-sponsored through the North Woodward
Community Foundation (of Troy).
Volunteers perform chores such as plumbing, electrical
work, clean up and removal of debris, changing batteries in
smoke detectors, simple carpentry tasks and other similar jobs
that help seniors keep their homes safe and livable.
Seniors pay only for the materials, not the labor. If you or
someone you know is interested in receiving assistance, or if you
need more information, you can pick up an application at the
Senior Center or call 248.545.3464.
The SHARP program is also looking for volunteers to
perform work at seniors’ homes. If you are able to help, please
call the Center at 248.545.3464.
Have you Heard About the Yard Services Program?
The Madison Heights Yard Services Program
provides free lawn care and snow removal services
for eligible senior citizens and disabled residents.
Recipients receive up to sixteen grass cuts and four
snow removals per year.
In order to qualify for the program, all participants must complete a
new application and income verification every year, be at least
55 years of age or disabled as defined by the Social Security Act
(receiving SSI or SSD) and also occupy the home. If a non-senior/
non-disabled individual lives in the home, applicants will not qualify
for the program. In addition, we need written proof of the total gross
annual income of all persons living in the house over 18 years of age,
and a list of all persons residing in the household regardless of age.
The income limits are as follows:
One person
$23,250
Three people
$29,900
Two people
$26,600
Four people
$33,200
Applications are on the City website: www.madison-heights.org, at the
Senior Center front office or call 248.545.3464 for information.
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
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S e r v i c e s
Fitness
Bus Schedule
Movies start at 12:45 pm sharp each Friday
$1.00 drop in fee
March Movies
02- “Larry Crowne”, PG-13, Comedy, 98min
09- “Super 8”, PG-13, Mystery, 112 min
16- “The Art of Getting By”, PG-13, Drama, 83 min
23- “I Don’t Know How She Does It”, PG-13, Comedy, 89 min
30- “J. Edgar”, R, Biography, 137 min
April Movies
06- CENTER CLOSED for Good Friday
13- “In Time”, PG-13, Mystery, 109 min
20- “My Week with Marilyn”, R, Drama, 99 min
27- “Our Idiot Brother”, R, Comedy/Drama, 90 min
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY NO CHARGE
•Monday-11:00 am: Senior Shape-up: sitting/standing exercise
•Tuesday-10:00 am: Strength Training: 20 minute sit down+weights
•Wednesday-11:00 am: Chair Dancing: all sitting exercise
•Thursday-10:00 am: Strength Training: 20 minute sit down+weights
•Friday-11:00 am: Silver Foxes: all standing exercise
Friday, March 9, 2012
Friday, April 13, 2012
9 am - 3 pm
Exercise Equipment
Massage Therapist- Liz Marsh
Liz will be at the Center doing massages on one Friday each month
from 9 am until 3 pm. The massages will be 30 minutes long and
cost only $25. Appointments are required and will be taken on a first
come - first serve basis.
Sing Along with Jim
Thursday at 11:00 am
April 26, 2012
The Center has two treadmills, a recumbent bike, a recumbent stair
stepper, an elliptical machine, a cardiofit and two exercise bikes.
A short training session is required before first use.
There is a small fee to use the exercise equipmentEither $4 per month or $30 per year for residents or
$5 per month or $40 per year for nonresidents.
All funds raised from this fee will go towards upkeep and
purchase of new equipment.
Pinochle
Every Monday & Wednesday at 12:45 pm.
Boot Camp for the Brain Worksheets
Available starting: Friday, March 2, 2012
Do you feel like you’ve lost your memory? Then
come find it at the Senior Center! Every other month
come to the front desk and ask for ‘Boot Camp for the Brain’
worksheets. Have fun completing puzzles, word searches and
other mental fitness exercises on your own. Then come back
to check if your answers match ours. Why not try- it’s FREE!
Pool Tournaments
Bingo
Every Thursday afternoon from 1-3 pm. You must be 55 or older to
play. Admission cards are $1.00. All other cards are 25 cents each.
Each week we hold a 50/50 raffle that is earmarked for the
Volunteer Recognition Dinner and the 80 & Better Birthday Party. All
funds raised from the 50/50 raffle will go to these two events.
Bunco
Play is every Friday of the month from 1-3 pm.
Prizes for six players. $1.00 pp, 3 table minimum
Mobile Law Office
Monday, March 5, 2012 at 9:00 am
Monday, April 2, 2012 at 9:00 am
Director: Tom Wargo Small entry fee
Maximum amount of players. Join us for lots of
fun and good competition!
Jan 3 : 1st: Paul Riddell (Solo)
8-Ball 2nd: John Beauchamp & Ken Pineau
Winners 3rd: Cliff Alvira & Don Likens
1st: Tom Wargo & Ralph Bonin
2nd: Lenore Bobchik & John Beauchamp
3rd: John Gibbs & Don Likins
There is a small fee to use the pool tables.
Residents must pay $4 per month or $30 per year.
Non-Residents must pay $5 per month or $40 per year.
Funds are used for upkeep and purchase of new equipment.
Madison Heights Senior Center
Transportation Fees:
• Cost is $5.00 roundtrip for appointments going outside Madison
Heights up to seven miles.
• $1.00 each way for any other transportation including daily trips for
activities and lunch at the Center.
• Ask about our monthly trips to Target, Oakland Mall, Produce
Palace & Big Lot/Michaels/Dollar Tree!
*Call at least one day in advance: 248.545.3464.
Exercise Class
Massage Therapy
Feb 6:
8-Ball
Winners
MON: DOCTOR APPTS
TUES: MISC/ERRANDS
WED: GROCERY SHOP
THUR: KMART/BINGO
FRI: DOCTOR APPTS
University of Detroit Mercy
School of Law
Do you need legal help? We provide FREE & CONFIDENTIAL
consultations. We MAY represent you or provide you with a free
referral! The Mobile Law Office is coming to the Senior Center on
Thursdays, March 1 & April 5. Call 248.545.3464 to schedule a
time.
Oakland Livingston Legal Aid
COUNSEL & ADVOCACY LAW LINE CALL:
Attorneys and Counselors at Law Serving Senior Citizens &
Low Income Clients. Service is free of charge, however,
donations are welcome.
Local
(248) 569-9658
Toll Free
(888) 783-8190
Fax
(248) 569-9980
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
March Birthdays
01-Betty Kiefer
Theresa South
04-Alice Wehner
06-Pauline Hall
Bill Rearick
Brian Ramaut
07-Lorraine Arini
15-Carole Lobeck
Marianna Welsh
16-Bill Bilan
Helen Stevenson
Ginny Murawski
18-Trudy Beck
Leo Zelkowski
John Silwanowicz
Robert Casman
Charles Borcsane
19-Jean Regan
20-“Boo Boo” Martella
Patricia Bozman
23-Judy Simpson
25-Talley Madosky
26-Albin Lichowicz
27-Beverly Ramaut
Helen Kapolka
28-John Fontana
Herb Wolf
29-Delphine Dusza
30-Charles Howell
31-Rose Howell
March Anniversaries
14-Happy 59th Anniversary
Delores & Dick Meischeid!
Marilyn & Larry McCormick
18-Happy 55th Anniversary
Kay & Donald Scott!
24-Happy 50th Anniversary
Gloria & Don MacKinnon!
Boo Boo-isms...
Yesterday I drank six
cokes and burped
seven up!
I got a line like Frankenstein!
Pilots who fly upside down half
crack up.
I got a tale like Nightingale!
No matter where you are, Boo Boo
is never far!
Madison Heights Senior Center
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Lunch
April Birthdays
02-George Hankins
Lois Krawczyk
04-Caroline Majewski
Dorothy Perliskey
06-Joanne Formanczyk
08-Rita Zayance
10-Catherine Hingst
Sam Arini
Martha Kehoe
Marie Rubin
Dorothy Sinagoga
Joyce Butler
11-Ruth Mills
Art Toellner
Elaine Randolph
12-Mary Lou Pape
Margaret Seiboldt
14-Billie Jean Devinny
15-Joann Pazdziorko
Dolores Boulet
16-Aurelia Evans
17-Francis McFall
18-Julia Kudla
Julie Moran
19-John Lamerato
20-Lorraine Witkowski
21-Barb Atwell
Bill Majewski
22-Aggie Johnson
23-Alice Palardy
26-Ardith Miller
28-Rose Arthmire
April Anniversaries
07-Alice & Fred Palardy
11-Rosemary & Ed Zbikowski
17-Happy 63rd Anniversary
Lorraine & Sam Arini!
22-Happy 62nd Anniversary
Marion & Rick Blavatt!
23-Shirley & Charles Borcsane
25-Nancy & Tim Oparka
27-Happy 55th Anniversary
Charlene & Robert Casman!
SENIOR DINING
All Senior Retirees 55 yrs. of age, their
spouses and disabled persons are invited
to participate in the senior dining
program. For those 55 and older the
charge is $3.00 and for those under 55
the charge is $3.50.
See menu on calendar.*
For reservations call 248.398.0990
by 1:00 pm the day before.
*Menu subject to change.
www.oaklandcountymobilemeals.com
Monthly Birthday Celebration
Fridays, March 16 & April 13
Noon Lunch
Cake will be served with lunch to
celebrate birthdays this month. You
are invited to join the celebration if
you are celebrating your birthday this
month.
Contact Information
Oakland County Health Division
Nurse on Call: 1.800.848.5533
Senior Citizen Services Coordinator:
248.858.0213
Area Agency on Aging: 1.800.852.7795
Oakland County Sheriff’s Department
For free 911 cell phones: 1.248.975.9700
Social Security Administration:
1.800.772.1213
Legal Hotline: 1.800.347.5297
Pension Rights Hotline: 1.800.347.5297
Oakland County Parks: 1.248.858.7596
Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program:
1.800.803.7174
State Long Term Care Ombudsman:
1.866.485.9393
Michigan Office of Services to the Aging:
www.michigan.gov/miseniors
AARP: www.aarp.org/statepages/mi.html
US Administration on Aging:
www.aoa.dhhs.gov/default.htm
National Council on Aging: www.ncoa.org
Healthy Aging for Older Adults:
www.cdc.gov/aging
OCHD Senior Resource Directory:
www.oak.gov.com/seniors/directory
29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464
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The basic supplies you’ll need include:
·Distilled white vinegar
·Baking soda
·Olive oil
·Borax (sold in a box in the laundry aisle)
·Liquid castile soap (found in most natural foods stores)
·Essential oils (also found in most natural food stores)
·Microfiber cleaning cloths
·Newspaper
Basic “recipes” and techniques to get you started:
·Glass: Mix 1/4 cup vinegar with 1 quart of water in a spray bottle.
Spray on glass and wipe clean with old newspaper or a lint-free cloth.
·Countertops and bathroom tile: Mix 2 parts vinegar and 1 part
baking soda with 4 parts water. Apply with a sponge, scour, and wipe
away.
·Floors: Mix 4 cups of white distilled vinegar with about a gallon of
hot water. If desired, add a few drops of pure peppermint or lemon oil
for a pleasant scent. After damp mopping the floors, the smell of
vinegar will dissipate quickly, leaving behind only the scent of the oil.
·Wood furniture: Mix equal parts of lemon juice and olive oil. Apply a
small amount to a cloth, and rub onto the furniture in long, even
strokes.
·Toilet bowl cleaner: Sprinkle a toilet brush with baking soda and
scrub away! Occasionally disinfect your toilet by scrubbing with borax
instead. Wipe the outside of the toilet clean with straight vinegar.
·Disinfectant: Mix 2 teaspoons borax, 4 tablespoons vinegar, 3 cups
hot water, and 1/4 teaspoon liquid castile soap. Wipe on with
dampened cloth or use a spray bottle. Wipe clean.
·Mold and mildew: Wipe with straight vinegar.
·Air freshener: Sprinkle essential oil on a cotton ball, and stash it in
a corner of the room. If you have kids, make sure it is out of their reach
as essential oils are very strong and could irritate their skin. Lavender
is a relaxing scent that is great for bedrooms, and cinnamon, clove,
and citrus oils are great for the rest of the house. You can stash a few
in the car too—try peppermint, which may help you to stay alert.
~Taken from: www.sparkpeople.com
Penny Fundraiser News
Over the last two months you have donated a total of
$53.78. Our big winner this time is Julie Moran who
donated $21.25! Thank you Julie and to everyone else below.
Gail Hawkins, Barb Walmsley, Bill Evans, Irene Koziol, Marge
Skope, Martha Kehoe, Shirley Leahy, Delphine Dusza, Margaret
Galgoul and Anonymous.
We will continue to collect pennies and the person who donates
the most will win a prize. Note: Please write your name and
penny count (if you know it) on the container. We appreciate it!
Keep those pennies coming…no donation is too small!
Proceeds will go towards upkeep for our computer workstations
and exercise equipment.
Madison Heights Senior Center
Cataract, glaucoma, and general ophthalmology
State-of-the-art cataract surgery
Including multi-focal implants
Shanbom Eye Specialist
28747 Woodward Ave. Berkley, MI 48072
Call today for your appointment- 248.546.2133
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Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine
30581 Stephenson Hwy.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(248) 589-1770
Fax (248) 589-2838
www.citymedicalpc.com
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29448 John R, Madison Heights MI 48071
248.545.3464