January - March 2019 Southfeidl Scribe

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AARP Tax Aide Returns

AARP will once again be assisting senior residents with their taxes this season at the Parks & Recreation Building.

This program's goal is to offer complimentary tax preparation help to anyone regardless of age, but emphasis for those over 50 years of age, who cannot afford to have professional assistance in preparing and processing their taxes. Twenty volunteers work each day to assist Southfield residents during the 11 week program. These volunteers are trained and IRS certified each year.

Sessions will be scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from February 5 through April 11. All appointments will take place in the Marcotte Room of the Parks & Recreation Building. Underground parking is available providing easy access to the Marcotte Room.

New this year, clients can register for an appointment online at You can call the Adult Recreation Center 50+ at (248) 796-4650 to register as well. Hourly appointments are available beginning at 9:30 am with the last appointments accepted at 1:30 pm. Online registration will begin on December 15.

Please call the Adult Recreation Center 50+ at (248) 796-4650 for more information about the AARP Tax Aide program.

Bingo

Come be a part of one of our fastest growing programs! Join us twice a month for a morning of Bingo with friends at the Parks & Recreation Building.

Check out the full schedule on page 9.

Southfield Celebrates Black History Month

Southfield Parks & Recreation Department

presents Southfield Celebrates Black

History Month throughout February 2019.

Programs include a presentation by Black

Remember Educate Celebrate

History 101 Mobile Museum and a night with The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers.

Check out page 12 for more details.

Do you like to get out and have fun? Come join us on a day trip (or two!).

Flyers with further details regarding all day trips and other Adult Recreation Center 50+ events are available at our offices, inside the Parks & Recreation Building at 26000 Evergreen Road. Please call us at 248-796-4650 for more details.

Transportation - Pick Up/Return

All trips depart from the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building unless otherwise noted. A bus may be requested to pick up off-site if there are five or more passengers. Due to the overwhelming demand for off site pick ups we are requesting that anybody who wishes to be picked up must be signed up for the trip two weeks prior to when the trip will be leaving. If you sign up for the trip with less than two weeks until the trip, you must board the bus at the Southfield Parks & Recreation Building.

Travel & ID Policy

Receipts MUST be shown on the day of the trip as proof of purchase. Please note that while on the trip you must follow the group leaders guidelines. We reserve the right to deny access to any applicants we deem unable to follow the guideline for the trip.

Please be sure to bring your picture ID with you on all trips. Accepted forms of picture ID include government-issued photo identification card, or a Driver's License. Please read trip descriptions closely to verify what you need to bring along on the trip.

Cancellations

The City of Southfield cannot be held responsible for cancellations due to the vendor or circumstances beyond our control. On all Shop Till You Drop, Lunch Outs and Dining Outs, there are no refunds and no transfers! Full refunds are given only if the trip is canceled by the Adult Recreation Center 50+.

Payments

Effective January 1, 2019 the Southfield Parks & Recreation Department will no longer accept personal checks as payment for any program, class, special event, trip or room/site rental.

We will accept cash or credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express) for payment.

Monthly Excursions

$hop Till You Drop

Enjoy a leisurely morning shopping and exploring a different mall each month. Lunch and shopping are on your own.

January 7

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets - Auburn Hills

February 4 Lakeside Mall - Sterling Heights

March 4

The Mall at Partridge Creek - Clinton Township

9:30 am - 2:30 pm $5 per person

Senior Lunch Out

Please remember food and tip, are on your own. (Tipping should be about 17%)

January 9 Famous Dave's Authentic and delicious BBQ. Ribs, brisket, chicken, burgers and more!

February 6 Zoe's House of Pancakes Pancakes are just part of the menu! There are also crepes, French Toast, omelets, waffles, salads even sandwiches for those who aren't in the mood for breakfast.

March 6 Pickles & Rye Deli A traditional deli with a twist. The menu has been created to include healthier options such as grass-fed beef, gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian.

11:30 am - 2:30 pm $5 per person

Senior Dining Out

Please remember food and tip, are on your own. (Tipping should be about 17%)

January 15 Los Tres amigos

All your Mexican favorites

from quesadillas to tacos, enchiladas to fajitas plus vegetarian options and

yummy desserts.

February 19 La Marsa Traditional Mediterranean cuisine such as Mousaka, Chicken Shawarma and Shish Kabob.

March 19

Red Lobster Seafood, salad and those yummy

biscuits make this a great night out.

4:00 pm - 8:30 pm $5 per person

The bus leaves from the Parks & Recreation Building at 26000 Evergreen Road for all monthly excursions. Please call us at 248-796-4650 for more details on any of the above trips.

THINK A tribute to the Queen of Soul at the

Charles H Wright Museum ofAfrican American History

Organized by the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History following her death in August, Think: A Tribute to the Queen of Soul honors Aretha Franklin's life and legacy. This multi-media exhibition features pictures, costumes and video from various performances and appearances. We will have plenty of time to explore the many other exhibits currently on display at the museum including limited engagements Oh, You Fancy! Black Hair & Fashion or Music and Saints: The Art of Jerome Wright, and permanent exhibits such as Inspiring Minds: African Americans in Science and Technology and And Still We Rise: Our Journey Through African American History and Culture. All exhibitions are free with museum admission.

Wednesday, January 9 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Southfield Resident Rate: $10 per person Non-resident Rate: $15

Motor City Casino

Come escape the winter blahs with us as we visit the Motor City Casino in Detroit. Each participant will receive a $15 voucher that can be used to enjoyed at the over 2,700 slot machines, 59 table games including Blackjack, Roulette, Casino War, Pai Gow Poker, Mini-Baccarat and Craps or in the 12-table, smoke-free, Poker Room where you can play Seven Card Stud or Texas Hold'Em. Please make sure you have a picture ID with you when you board the bus.

Wednesday, January 16 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Southfield Resident Rate: $20 per person Non-resident Rate: $25

MGM Casino Detroit It's time to get our gaming on at MGM Casino in Detroit. Don't let the winter blues get you down. There are over 3,500 gaming machines, poker and loads of table games. Plus you can enjoy plenty of gaming fun in their smoke free areas; The Clear and The Clear II Non-Smoking Slots or in the new Crystal Clear Gaming Salon featuring over 30 slots plus your favorite tables games like Blackjack, Texas Hold `em and more. There are currently no incentives being offered by the casino, but don't let that hold you back from joining in on this fun trip.

Wednesday, February 13 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Southfield Resident Rate: $10 per person Non-resident Rate: $15

Detroit Red Wings vs. New York Rangers

Let's go Red Wings!

Come join us and enjoy a night out with friends as we cheer on the Detroit Red Wings, as they take on the New York Rangers. Let's face it, it's been a rough start to the season but this is Hockeytown and we can't give up on our Wings! We have seats in section 210, row 10, seats 3-16, and section 201 row 11, seats 11-20. We will arrive at the Little Caesars Arena a little early in case you want to walk around and people watch or grab something to eat. Food will be at your own expense.

Thursday, March 7 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Southfield Resident Rate: $70 per person Non-resident Rate: $80

A Night Out featuring Mario's Restaurant

and the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

There is no better way to start a wonderful evening out in Detroit than with dinner at Mario's Restaurant, it's legendary. Our dinner choices for the evening will be: Broiled Salmon, Sliced Tenderloin or Chicken Piccante. All meals come with a relish tray, salad, penne pasta with Bolognese sauce, potatoes and green beans, dessert and beverage. After dinner, we will head to the beautiful Detroit Opera House where from our main floor seats we will enjoy a performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. For over 60 years, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has dazzled audiences around the world with their creative blend of contemporary dance infused with athleticism, grace, traditional and innovative footwork and choreography. The performance will include Alvin Ailey's must-see masterpiece, Revelations.

Friday, March 15 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Southfield Resident Rate: $110 per person Non-resident Rate: $120

We ask that individuals traveling with us on any day trips or participating in our other programs, please refrain from the use of perfumes or colognes. Some of our Seniors have respiratory problems and allergies to certain smells.

Your consideration is appreciated.

FireKeepers Casino

Don't let those March winds keep you stuck inside, join us as we travel to Battle Creek to visit one of our favorite casinos, FireKeepers Casino. All participants will receive $20 in slot play and a $5 food voucher from the casino. There are over 2,900 slots, 70 table games and a non-smoking poker room along with 6 restaurants offering a little something for every taste. All packages are subject to change. Space is limited so please sign up early.

Wednesday, March 20 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Southfield Resident Rate: $30 per person Non-resident Rate: $35

Thank You

The Adult Recreation Center 50+ would like to thank the following groups for their support of our fall programs.

The Southf ield Public Library for partnering with us and hosting the Morning Movies for Seniors

50+ Speaker Series presenters: Deborah Smith of Keller Williams Home,

Crime Stoppers, Jim Schuster and the Southf ield Fire Department

Surgeon's Choice Medical Center for providing morning stretches and snacks at the fall Walk in the Parks

Clear Caption's for providing lunch at our Thanksgiving and Holiday Luncheons

Deborah Smith for providing snacks at our Bingo events

Senior Golf League

It is never too early to start thinking about warmer weather and golf ! Join our Senior Golf League to have fun while playing golf with friends and others who enjoy the game. Golf with the same foursome each week. Foursomes and singles welcome.

There will be a Senior Golf League Informational Meeting on Tuesday, April 30 at Beech Woods Recreation Center at 10:00 am. Come learn more about the league and meet some of the participants. For more information please call Claudia at (248) 796-4673.

League is for ages 50 years and up Begins Tuesday, May 14 and ends on Tuesday, August 20 7:10 am - 10:30 am Southfield Resident Rate: $125 Non-resident Rate: $170

Senior Activities

Parks & Recreation Building, 26000 Evergreen Road Beech Woods Recreation Center, 22200 Beech Road Burgh Historical Park, northeast corner of Civic Center Drive and Berg Road

Monday Half-a-Buck Coffee Time Enhance Fitness Sport Drop-In Bounce Volleyball Practice Moderate Yoga Photo Guild Meeting 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mon. of month

8:30 - 10 am 9 - 10 am 10 am - 12p.m.

11:30 am -12:30 pm 7:30 pm

Tuesday Enhance Fitness Sport Drop-In - Pickleball Red Hat Ladies 3rd Tue. of month Women on Weights Enhance Fitness Ban-Joes of MI - Practice

9 - 10 am 9 am - 2 pm 1 - 3 pm

4:30 - 5:30 pm 6 -7 pm 7 - 9 pm

Wednesday Half-a-Buck Coffee Time Sport Drop-In - Indoor Tennis Bounce Volleyball Practice Bid Whist Domino Players Group Bridge Players Group Yoga for the Back

8:30 - 10 am 9 am - 12 pm 10 am - 12 pm

2 - 6 pm 11 am - 2:30 pm 11:30 am-2:30 pm 4 - 5 pm

Friday Half-a-Buck Coffee Time Sport Drop-In - Indoor Tennis Bounce Volleyball Practice

8:30 - 10 am

9 am - 12 pm 10 am - 12 pm

Thursday Enhance Fitness Sport Drop-In - Indoor Tennis Tai Chi Barre Toning Hustle for Seniors AARP Monthly Meeting 2nd Thur. of month Women on Weights Zumba Gold Enhance Fitness

9 - 10 am 9 am - 12 pm 10:30-11:30 am 10:30-11:30 am 12 - 1 pm 1 - 3 pm

4:30 - 5:30 pm 6 - 7 pm 6 -7 pm

Commission on Senior Adults Chairperson's Update

2017 was an exciting and productive year for the Southfield Commission on Senior Adults (COSA)! The Commission did not let its small size deter it from pursuing large goals. COSA's bylaws authorize a membership of fifteen; however, for most of 2017 there were fewer than ten members. These are the members of COSA:

Karen Schrock, Chairperson Kendell Murphy, Vice-Chairperson

Earlene Traylor Neal, Secretary LaTina Denson Harmen Guenther

Marilyn Hauger Mitchell Simon Denise Stewart Sheryl Walker

By the time this edition of the Scribe is published, there may be additional members. Due to turnover in membership because of relocation of members, changing priorities, etc., we always encourage residents who are interested in our work to complete the Boards and Commissions application which can be found on the City's website. This creates a pool of potential nominees when a vacancy does occur. Members of COSA are appointed by the City Council. We continue to invite residents to our monthly meetings which are held on the third Thursday of each month from 4-6 pm in the Parks and Recreation Building.

Our major work continues to focus on moving Southfield toward becoming an "Age-Friendly Community" as defined by AARP and the World Health Organization. There are eight work groups meeting to address the domains of livability which include housing, transportation and others. Your input is needed to ensure that plans developed represent the aspirations of seniors in our city. After our community wide kickoff event in May, we held a Community Conversation in late September to begin acquiring community input. Several more Community Conversations will be held this winter and spring. Please take advantage of the opportunity to shape the future for seniors in the City of Southfield by participating in these meetings.

Remember that an "Age-Friendly" community is really a "Livable" community for all ages and people of all abilities. Let's work on the future together!

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