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March 2016

The Communicator THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS OF ROMULUS

City of Romulus

1 Romulus Senior Communicator www.romulusgov.com

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.

Tuesday, Mar. 15th 8:15 a.m.

Motor City Casino Trip

Wednesday, March 16th 11:00 a.m.

Celebrate the luck of the Irish and Easter all in one! Enjoy a corned beef and cabbage lunch with wild rice and dessert.

Don’t forget to wear your green! There will be raffles and gifts. Price is $3 per person. Come to the Senior Center today to RSVP!

Free Tax Services

Another tax season is fast approaching. The Romulus Senior Center will provide free tax services through

AARP and the help of our City Treasurer. If you are 60 or older, handicapped or low income individuals, please have your paper work ready in order to sign up for your

tax appointment. No walk-ins please. Call the Senior Center now to schedule your appointment.

Participants in the program are asked to provide:

Copy of last year’s

income tax return

W-2 forms if you

earned a salary

Unemployment compensation statements

SSA-1099 form if you

were paid Social Security benefits

All 1099 forms showing

interest of dividends

1099R form from the payer of your pension or annuity

All forms indicating Federal income tax paid

Dependent care

provider information (name, employer ID, SSN)

All receipts or canceled

checks if itemizing deductions

Social Security cards or official documentation for yourself and all dependents

Photo ID

Mr. Dewey Faulkner will be teaching basic art and drawing at the Senior Center. Come express your creativity with us!

Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Art Class

In order to receive your daily meal, you MUST have your driveway cleared of snow and

salted. This is for the safety of our workers. If you need assistance with this, please call and

see if you are eligible for chore services.

Attention Meals on Wheels

Recipients!

Lucky Bunny Luncheon

March Birthdays

2 Nancy Klimkowski 17 Shirley Stone

5 Rose Wegienka 18 Beatrice Shepard

5 Betty Lenossi 20 Patty McCarthy

5 Gloria Chandler 22 Jeanette Morgan

6 Louise Bell 23 Marjorie Krupnow

7 Goldie Hoffman 23 Beverly Williams

8 Carolyn White 24 Ellen Frasier

8 Karen Kusibab 24 Kathleen Shipp

8 Marie Wood 25 Mary Misouria

11 Beverly Brown 26 Timothy Bush

11 Dorothy Flagg 26 June Boddie

12 Ineace Truitt 27 Barbra Shepherd

12 Jeanette Dziobak 28 Pam Nitzkorski

14 John Carr 29 Julia Kamin

15 Rose Swidan 31 Ronald Gobel

17 Audrey Stone


Bingo is played at noon on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Senior Center.

The fee is 25 cents for two bingo cards.

BINGO

10:00 a.m.

Corpore Sano Home Health Care, Inc. is providing free blood pressure checks.

Free Blood Pressure Checks

Wednesdays, Mar. 9th & 23rd

Red Hatters Club

Membership is growing in our Red Hatters Club, and they are looking for even more members.

Join them at their next meeting!

Thursday, March 3rd 12:00 p.m.

Visit the Senior Center for the monthly Birthday Bash. There will be bingo & potluck before the

presentation of a birthday cake & the singing of “Happy Birthday”.

Monthly Birthday

Potluck and Bingo

Monday, Mar. 28th 11:00 a.m.

Programs and Services

Daily Walking & Stretching

Bring some movement into your life with our walking and stretching programs!

Every Weekday

Walking at 9:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Stretching at 12:00 p.m.

Come to worship and be motivated with our own, Jesse Charles, every Thursday!

Jesse’s Inspiration

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Club #1

March 1 No Meeting

March 8 Meeting

Bag Lunch Games

March 15 Meeting

Bag Lunch Games

March 22 No Meeting

Lunch Out at 12:30 p.m.

March 29 Meeting

Bag Lunch Games

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Dates to Remember

Shopping Trips Every Monday—9:00 a.m.

Quilting Club Every Thursday—6:00 p.m.

Trip to Dollar Tree March 4—11:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure Checks March 9 & 23—10:00 a.m.

Liquid Nutrition March 9—9:00 a.m.

Lunch Out March 11—11:00 a.m.

Motor City Casino March 15—8:15 a.m.

Lucky Bunny Luncheon March 16—11:00 a.m.

Visit the Lawyer March 16—1:00 p.m.

Commodities/Focus Hope March 17—9:30 a.m.

Haircuts March 21—10:00 a.m.

Movie Out March 30—11:00 a.m.

Senior Center Closed Good Friday

Fri. March 25th

Waste Management No Delays

The Romulus Public Library will be holding a morning book club

at the Center. This month they discuss:

The Photographer’s Wife by Nick Alexander

Senior Book Club

Tuesday Mar. 15th

10:30 a.m.

Anyone ages 16 and up are welcome. For those interested in learning to quilt, wanting to

finish a project or start something new!

Quilting Club

Thursdays

6:00 p.m.

Trips and Outings Movie Out

Sign up to go see a movie at the Emagine Canton Cinema. $2.00 for Transportation

$8.75 for Ticket, Pop & Popcorn

Wednesday, Mar. 30th

11:00 a.m.

Lunch Out to

Cracker Barrel

Take the bus out to lunch with your friends!

$2 transportation cost.

Friday, Mar. 11th

11:00 a.m.

Grocery Shopping

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.

Mondays 9:00 a.m.

Attention Chore

Services Participants:

If you are on the chore service’s list, please have salt by your

front door. We do not provide or purchase salt. When our

workers come to shovel your snow, they will put salt down if you have some at your front

door. Please be patient with us, we will make our way to

everyone in a timely manner. Do not try to go outside or

do it yourself. If you need your snow shoveled, please call so

we can put you on the list.

Daylight Savings Time

begins on Sunday, March 13th at 2:00 a.m.

(the night of Saturday, March 12th)

Remember to turn your clocks ahead one hour!

SPRING-SPRING-SPRING Winter is on its way out, and summer is almost here. We are looking forward to all the wonderful programs and fun events

going on at the Senior Center. Stop by and pick up the Communicator—it will be ready by the fourth week of every month so you can plan accordingly. We

are excited to roll out our new classes on Pinterest, wellness and healthy eating tips. It will all start in the month of April, so stay tuned. We have new

trips to Turkeyville, ride the River Queen on the Au Sable River and a tour of Detroit with a meal at the Whitney. Don’t forget to sign up for our exciting

Lucky Bunny Luncheon with the Leprechaun on March 16th. Join us for great food, gifts, raffles, music and much more.

Hope to see you soon,

Rose

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Message from the Director, Rose Swidan


Thank you to Rosalie Green for all the hard work she put in for the

Valentine Luncheon. Rosalie coordinated everything,

decorated, and cooked in Rose’s absence! Great job!


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!

Message from Mayor Burcroff March brings hope for warmer weather and time with family. I wish you a

happy St. Patrick’s Day, Happy Easter and first day of spring.

On March 12th I am hosting the Mayors’ Ball Fundraiser with the Mayor of Belleville, Kerreen Conley, to benefit the Romulus and Belleville Boys and

Girls Clubs. If you’d like to buy tickets or make a donation, please come visit my office.

As the weather is starting to break, now is your opportunity to get over to the Senior Center and take advantage of their outings and programs. I’m looking forward to seeing you all at the “Lucky Bunny” Luncheon on the 16th and at the St. Patrick’s-themed Party benefitting a long time employee in need at

the Progressive Hall on the 19th.

Sincerely,

LeRoy D. Burcroff, Mayor of Romulus

36567 Goddard Rd.

Romulus, MI 48174

(734) 941-0755


Travel, Treasures & Tours

Events at the Romulus Public Library

To register for all Library programs call (734) 942-7589 or

visit the Circulation Desk at 11121 Wayne Rd., Romulus, MI 48174

Library Hours

Monday-Thursday: 10am-8pm / Friday-Saturday: 10am-5pm / Sunday: Closed

Need a Venue for your meeting or party?

Rooms for Rent at the 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!

33 Men: Inside the Miraculous Survival and Dramatic Rescue of the Chilean Miners by Jonathan Franklin

Second Monday Book Club

Monday, March 14th at 7:00 p.m.

Pure Detroit Tour w/Meal at the Whitney

This tour will touch on iconic landmarks such as the Guardian Building and new developments including the burgeoning art scene. Enjoy award winning cuisine at The Whitney, Detroit’s

most iconic mansion. Before heading home, visit Belle Isle Whitcomb Conservatory and Aquarium.

Depart Wed. April 27, 2016

$99 per person

Turkeyville—”Nana’s Naughty Knickers”

Bridget and her grandmother are about to become roommates. However, her sweet grandma is running an illegal boutique from her apartment, selling hand-made naughty knickers to

every senior citizen in the Five Boroughs area! Along with this professional theater enjoy your included bountiful country

dinner and dessert.

Depart Thurs. May 26, 2016

$74 per person

Ships Ahoy the AuSable River

Ride on the glorious AuSable River aboard the River Queen, an authentic double-decker paddle wheel river boat. Enjoy $10 slot play during a 3 hour visit to Saganing Eagle’s Landing in

Standish. Includes lunch at Wiltse’s in Oscoda.

Depart Fri. June 17, 2016

$89 per person


Food Services Hot Meals Daily

Lunch at the Senior Center is provided daily at 11:00 a.m. Please call (734) 955-4120 the day

before to reserve a meal.

Wayne County asks for a donation of $2.25

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.

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, March 17th at 9:30 a.m.

Liquid Nutrition is also available: Wednesday, March 9th at 9:00 a.m.

2 T. olive oil

3 T. all-purpose flour

2 lbs. beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

1 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks

1 white onion, cut into large chunks

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 c. beef broth

1 (6 oz) can tomato paste

1 (12 fl. oz.) can or bottle of irish stout beer (ex. Guiness)

1 T. cold water

1 T. cornstarch

Recipe Exchange: Easy Irish Beef Stew

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss beef cubes with flour to coat, then fry in the hot oil until browned.

2. Place carrots, potatoes, onion and garlic in a large slow cooker. Place meat on top of vegetables.

3. Mix together beef broth and tomato paste and pour into the slow cooker along with the beer.

4. Cover and cook on high for 6 hours, or on low for 8 hours. During the last hour before serving, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water and then stir into the broth. Simmer on the high setting for a few minutes to thicken.

Directions

Ingredients

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Phone: (734) 955-4120

ROMULUS SENIOR

CENTER

Our Romulus Team Mayor LeRoy D. Burcroff

Senior Center Director Rose Swidan

Office Assistant Rachel Harris

Office Staff/Bus Driver Rosalie Green

Bus Driver Karen Kusibab

Meals-on-Wheels Cindy Coak Karin Laskaska

CDBG Chore Services Leondo Smith Larry Cochran

Customer service at all levels

Always offer solutions

New and innovative ideas

www.romulusgov.com

Important Phone Numbers

Senior Resources City of Romulus Prescription Assistance Information

(734) 282-7177 EMERGENCY: Dial 9-1-1 (Police)

Food Assistance/Wayne County Meals (734) 727-7357

Mayor’s Office (734) 942-7571

Counseling & Substance Abuse (734) 729-9286

City Council (734) 955-4506

Department of Human Services (313) 277-4800

City Clerk’s Office (734) 942-7540

Care Management Family Resources (734) 282-7177

City Treasurer’s Office (734) 942-7580

Adult Abuse (855) 444-3911

Community Services Department (734) 955-4501

Applying for Bridge Card (313) 580-4144

Department of Public Services (734) 942-7579

Food Assistance in Romulus (734) 955-4120

Water Department (734) 942-7560

Important Phone Numbers

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Art Class 11:30am

Bunco 12pm

2 Fun Day 12pm

Bingo 12pm

3 Ministries 10:30am

Red Hatters 12pm

Game Day 12pm

Quilting 6pm

4 Dollar Tree 11:30

Pokeno 12pm

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6 7 Walmart 9am

Bible Study 11:30am

Bingo 12pm

8 Club #1 11am

Art Class 11:30am

Bunco 12pm

9 Liquid Nutrition 9am

Blood Pressure 10am

Fun Day 12pm

Bingo 12pm


Game Day 12pm

Quilting 6pm

11 Lunch Out 11am

Pokeno 12pm

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13 14 Meijer 9am

Bible Study 11:30am

Bingo 12pm

15 Motor City 8:15am

Book Club 10:30am

Club #1 11am

Art Class 11:30am

Bunco 12pm

16 Manicures 10am

Luncheon 11am

Fun Day 12pm

Bingo 12pm

Lawyer 1pm

17 Focus Hope/

Commodities 9:30am

Ministries 10:30am

Game Day 12pm

Quilting 6pm

18 Podiatrist 10:30am

Pokeno 12pm

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20 21 Walmart 9am

Haircuts 10am

Bible Study 11:30am

Bingo 12pm

22 Art Class 11:30am

Bunco 12pm

Club #1 Lunch Out

12:30pm

23 Blood Pressure 10am

Fun Day 12pm

Bingo 12pm


Game Day 12pm

Quilting 6pm

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27 28 Meijer 9am

Birthday Bingo Bash

11am

Bible Study 11:30am

29 Club #1 11am

Art Class 11:30am

Bunco 12pm

30 Movie Out 11am

Fun Day 12pm

Bingo 12pm


Game Day 12pm

Quilting 6pm

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. 734-955-4120 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

March 2016

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