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Senior calendar of activities and events

Senior calendar of activities and events

Vitality publishes the second Thursday of each month. To have an event published, it must be sent at least three weeks prior to the monthly publication date. To submit information for the calendar, email jgray@medianewsgroup.com.

June

June 14: Computer Class: Class 1 – Bring Your Own Device sponsored by the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville, at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14. (Rescheduled from April.) Bring your phone, tablet, laptop, or e-reader you need help with and we will guide you through your tech issues. You will need to tell us which device (including model name (such as iPhone 11) and a summary of what you need help with before the program so we can best help everyone. Registration required. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or visit rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi.gov.

June 17: Genealogical Society of Flemish Americans Library & Museum Tour, sponsored by the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville, at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 27. Calling all family history buffs. The Genealogical Society of Flemish Americans (GSFA) is partnering with the Roseville Public Library for a group tour of the Buyse Library Research Center and the Belgian American Museum. The GSFA Librarian will provide a fascinating look at the library & museum collections with information about how it all came together and the work that they do. Registration required. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or visit rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi.gov.

June 18: Patriotic theme card party pinochle, euchre, dominoes or other games. Sponsored by: Daughters of Isabella, Queen of the Skies, Circle 683, from 1-3-30 p.m. on Saturday, June 18 at St. Thecla Catholic Church Activity Center, 20762 So. Nunneley Road, Clinton Township. Lunch, dessert, raffles, door, & table prizes. Tickets available at the door. Donation $9. Collecting donations of white socks, deodorant, toothpaste, razors, shaving cream, laundry soap, regular coffee and gift cards for veterans returning home. For more information, call 586-791-6177 or 586-791-9012.

June 28: Our Island Jewel: Detroit’s Belle Isle Park, Presented by the Detroit Historical Society at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28. Registration is not required. Often called the crowning jewel of Detroit’s riverfront, Belle Isle has a long and storied history. The park has hosted world class sporting events, musical performances and family parties. It has also witnessed massacre, riot and military incursion. But for a few twists of fate, this beloved island might have been a much different place. Registration is not required. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or visit rsvlibraryservice@roseville-mi.gov.

Monthly events

• Confident Communicators Club: Meets monthly for people who seek improving public speaking skills and leadership confidence. This supportive, Toastmasters group meets online the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 8-9:30 a.m. Many of our members have gain skills needed to become better salesperson, grow their business, get promoted, and engage students. Register for any of our meetings to get the Zoom Link -https://confident-communicators-club-meeting.eventbrite.com. Contact our VP Membership to get more information vpm-1196053@toastmastersclubs.org

• Breakfast Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries: Breakfast (3rd Tuesday of each) at 10:30 a.m., Pancake Factory, 13693 23 Mile Rd, NE corner of 23 Mile & Schoenherr, Shelby Twp. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Contact Ellen 586-781-5781.

• Bowling held at Collier Bowl: 879 S Lapeer Rd. (M24), Oxford every Tuesday. Arrive at noon for lane assignments. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Cost is $7.50 for three games, (shoes extra at $2.50). Lunch afterwards optional. Call Joe at 248-693-2454 or Nadine at 248-475-9036.

• New Baltimore Civic Club: Euchre every Thursday at 36551 Main St. (corner of Blackwell) in New Baltimore. Sign in at 6:30 p.m., play at 7 p.m. $10 plus a quarter for each euchre.

• Octagon House Sit and Stitch is the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 1-4 p.m., 57500 Van Dyke, Washington. For more information, call 586-781-0084.

• Breakfast every Wednesday: Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Join us at 10 a.m. at Cavis Pioneer Restaurant, 5606 Lapeer Rd., Kimball. Call Rita, 810-334-6287 for more information.

• Senior Card Playing: Come and join a fun group of card players who play a wide range of card games. Everyone brings a snack to share while playing. Free. Mondays from 1-4 p.m. at 35248 Cricklewood Blvd. (Cricklewood Recreation Building). Call 586-725-0291.

• Dancing every Tuesday: at Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane, Sterling Heights. Doors open at 6 p.m. Music from 7-10:30 p.m. Cost is $8 per person with a cash bar. A table is reserved for Widowed Friends. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries Contact Kate at 586-344-3886.

• New Baltimore Senior Club: Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This welcoming group of seniors has all sorts of fun. We play bingo, hold luncheons, go on trips, and play cards. Monthly dues, $2. Location 35248 Cricklewood Blvd. (Cricklewood Recreation Building). Call 586-725-0291.

• Zumba Gold: from 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Washington Center, 57880 Van Dyke, Washington Twp. Cost depends on how many punches are purchased. 4 punches $23 resident, $29 NR; 11 punches $60 resident, $66 NR. For more information, call 586-752-6543.

• Fish Fry Every Friday: Join us for dinner/music at the American Legion Hall, 1026 6th St., Port Huron.  Food served from 4:30-7 p.m. Music goes from 5-8 p.m. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Contact Rita, 810-334-6287.

• Cards/Games/Friendship: Ss. John and Paul, (1st Thursday or every month), 1:30-4 p.m. at, 7777 28 Mile Rd. Bring a snack to share and your own beverage. Ss. John and Paul supports the Agape Center, a resource center for the most vulnerable members of society and would appreciate it if you could bring a canned good (vegetable, meat, fruit) when you come to play. (Dinner afterward at Romeo Family Restaurant, 66020 Van Dyke Rd., between 30 & 31 Mile is optional.) Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Call Ellen, 586-781-5781.

• Men Only Breakfast: Lukich Family Restaurant (1st  & 3rd Thursday), 3900 Rochester Rd., Troy, at 9.m. The Widowed Men’s Group invites you to meet with other widowed men for breakfast at either of the Men’s Fellowship locations whichever is more convenient for you. Many topics & ideas help you become involved in the activities of Widowed Friends. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries  Contact Ray at 248-585-5402.

• Eastside Movies: (1st Tuesday of each month) at Chesterfield Crossing Digital Cinema 16 (known for free soda & popcorn refills also offers discount matinee pricing) 50675 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield Twp. Early dinner afterwards TBD. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. For more information, contact Marion at 586-703-1427

• Metamora – Dinner Club: (3rd Wednesday of the month) at 5 p.m. Join us at The White Horse Inn, 1 E High St., Metamora. Reserved seating. Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries. Please RSVP to Sharry 248-840-0063. No walk- ins. Please call if you must cancel your reserved seating.

• Breakfast at Avenue Family Restaurant: 31253 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, at 9:30 a.m. (2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month). Sponsored by Widowed Friends Ministries.