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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 [email protected].

Medical Equipment Loans: At the Older Persons’ Commission. Available for short term use: walkers, wheelchairs, canes, shower stools, transfer benches. To schedule a loan pickup, call 248-608-0248. Leave a voicemail with your name, contact number and item you need or wish to donate or return.

November

Nov. 9: Shelby Gardeners Club – “Helping Birds Thru The Winter” – at 1 p.m., Nov. 9 at  Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive, Shelby Twp. Bob Gors of Wild Birds Unlimited Macomb presents how the right flowers, shrubs and trees help birds survive our Michigan winters. Space is limited to the first 40 guests. A $5 fee is appreciated to support our ongoing community service projects. For further information, contact Ivy Schwartz, Publicist 586-873-3782 or email [email protected].

Nov. 11: Party For A Purpose – A benefit for Yoga Moves MS, a nonprofit organization providing FREE adaptive yoga to those with MS, Parkinsons and other neuromuscular disorders. The fundraiser is at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 at The Mint,  27000 Evergreen, Lathrup Village. Cost is $150. Dinner, silent, auction, live entertainment. For more information, visit yogamovesms.org/events/ or email [email protected] or call 248-417-5985.

Nov. 11: NaNoWriMo Writer’s Space at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville, on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2-4 p.m. No registration required. National Novel Writing Month is a world-wide event where writers aim to write the first draft of a 50,000-word novel between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30. Writers ages 14 and up can use Erin Meeting Room to write without distractions. Light snacks and water will be provided. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or email [email protected]

Nov. 11: Craft show at Heritage Estates, 25430 18 Mile Road, Clinton Twp., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission, refreshments for purchase.

Nov. 11: St. Benedict Catholic Church presents Harvest & Holly Craft Show, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 11 at Momentum Academy gymnasium, 60 South Lynn St., Waterford, with convenient free parking in the church parking lot. There will be artists & crafters from several different mediums, along with vendors from local and national companies. Benny and the Hooligans provide the entertainment. Bake sale, concessions, raffles. Admission $2, children under 12 free. For vendor information, call Sallie Bishop at 248-732-7113 ([email protected]) or call the St. Benedict parish offices at 248-681-1534. Contract and rules can be found on our website under ‘events’ at stbencc.org

Nov. 16: Mystery Book Club: “Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers” at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave Roseville, Thursday, Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m. No registration required. Calling all sleuths! Get together with other mystery readers as we discuss crime novels every third Thursday of the month. This month, we will discuss “Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers” by Jesse Q. Sutanto. You are welcome to join us even if you have not finished the book. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or email [email protected]

Nov. 18 & 19: Victorian Open House- Loren Andrus Octagon House, 57500 Van Dyke, Washington. Noon – 4 p.m. each day. Take a stroll through the 263-year-old  house decorated for this special time of the year.  Holiday wreaths and other items will be available for sale in the gift shop also a silent auction with a variety of baskets to support the Octagon House. Restoration. No reservations required. Admission is $6 per person. For more information, call 586-781-0084 or visit octagonhouse.org

Nov. 20: MSU Holiday Cooking Workshop on Monday, Nove, 20 at 1:30 p.m. Sign up required for this FREE event. Find out more about this event by visiting the Senior Center or by calling 248-589-0334.

Nov. 20 & 27: Deal Me In!: Hearts at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville. Session 1: Monday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. Session 2: Monday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m. Registration required. Learn and practice the classic card game Hearts during the first session. Social play during the second. Our presenter is a gaming enthusiast with many years of card playing experience. No experience, no problem. Have some experience, assist your fellow players in learning the game. We’re in it to meet people, learn new games and have fun. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or email [email protected]

No. 21: R. O. Musicale, sponsored by the Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson. on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Depart at 12:30 p.m. Cost $3. Dave Bennett, clarinet & Kerri Price, piano perform. Sign up at the front desk. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Nov. 22: Afternoon Movie, sponsored by the Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson, on Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 12:45 p.m. Join us to watch the holiday classic, “Planes, Trains and Automobiles,” with Steve Martin and John Candy. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Dec. 6 (reservations by Nov. 22): DIA Melodies at the Museum on Wednesday, sponsored by the Clawson Recreation and Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson, Dec. 6, depart at 12:15 p.m. Cost is $5. Enjoy the DIA collection and music by Alvin Waddles/ Marion Hayden Quartet: Original songs, jazz standards and more. You will receive a voucher to enjoy a cup of coffee and a cookie at the DIA café! Reserve your seat by Nov. 22. Sign up at the front desk. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Nov. 25: The Single Way, a group for Christian singles, is sponsoring a potluck dinner and movie night on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 6 p.m. Cost is $5 and includes the dinner main course, snacks and beverages. Each person should bring a salad, starch, or dessert to share with others. If coming, a reservation is required by Friday, Nov. 24. For more information and event location, call 586-774-2119.

Nov. 28: Edmund Fitzgerald: What Really Happened? at the Roseville Public Library, 29777 Gratiot Ave, Roseville, Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. No registration required. The Edmund Fitzgerald had an exciting life during the 18 years that she sailed, often carrying record breaking loads. Her loss on November 10, 1975 still puzzles many to this day. We will explore several of the prevailing theories on her loss. Presented by Ring Lardner, Collections Coordinator of the National Museum of the Great Lakes. For more information, call 586-445-5407 or email [email protected]

Nov. 28: Zehnders Christmas Lunch Show, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Sponsored by the L’Anse Creuse Community Education. Bus departs from JPAC, 24600 Frederick Pankow Blvd, Clinton Twp. Cost is $130. All tickets can be purchased online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or by calling 586-783-6330.

Nov. 29: Meadow Brook Theatre “A Christmas Carol,” sponsored by the Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson, on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Depart at 1 p.m. join friends for this favorite holiday classic show! Cost is $40. Sign up at the front desk. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Nov. 30: Detroit Opera House, “Frozen,” sponsored by the Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson, on Thursday, Nov. 30. Depart at 11:30 a.m. Cost $50.  Sign up at the front desk. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

December

Dec. 2: Victorian Christmas Tea. Loren Andrus Octagon House, 57500 Van Dyke, Washington.  Surround yourself in the spirit of Christmas in the 263 year old Victorian Octagon House. Enjoy the 4 coarse tea and participate in raffles to support the restoration project at the Octagon House. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and tea is served promptly at noon. Guests will have time to self tour the Octagon House before and after the tea. Reservations are $25 and can be made by calling 586-781-0084 or or visit octagonhouse.org

Dec. 7: The Care of Your Teeth as You Age; Ask the Dental Hygienist. Presented by Oakland County Health Educator, Lisa Dobias, at  the Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson. on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Dec 7: Christmas Tree Walk & Dinner – Log home tour featuring over 300 Christmas trees on display in a 9,500 square foot log home, sponsored by the L’Anse Creuse Community Education, from 2:30-8 p.m. Bus departs from JPAC, 24600 Frederick Pankow Blvd, Clinton Twp. Cost is $110. Enroll online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or calling L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

Dec. 9: Victorian Christmas Tea. Loren Andrus Octagon House, 57500 Van Dyke, Washington.  Surround yourself in the spirit of Christmas in  the 26-year-old Victorian Octagon House. Enjoy the 4 coarse tea and participate in raffles to support the restoration project at the Octagon House.  Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and tea is served promptly at noon. Guests will have time to self tour the Octagon House before and after the tea.  Reservations are $25 and can be made by calling 586-781-0084 or email octagonhouse.org.

Dec. 10: Santa Sunday at the Octagon House – Loren Andrus Octagon House, 57500 Van Dyke, Washington. Noon – 4 p.m. Come early to self tour the house decorated for Christmas.   Mr. & Mrs. Santa will arrive at 1-3 p.m. and look forward to meeting all the children and catching up on their Christmas List of Must Haves. The Gift Shop will have a variety of items for sale. No reservations required. Admission $6. For more information, call 586-781-0084 or visit octagonhouse.org

Jan. 24 (reservations by Dec. 13): Meadow Brook Theatre ‘Father of the Bride,’ sponsored by the Clawson Recreation and Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, Clawson, on Wednesday, Jan. 24 and lunch at Lelli’s, depart at 11 a.m. Reserve your seat by Dec. 13. Cost is $69, including lunch. Sign up at the front desk. For more information, call 248-589-0334.

Dec. 15: Coffee & Donuts at the DSO – “Home for the Holidays,” from 9:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Bus departs from Walmart parking lot, 45400 Marketplace Blvd, Chesterfield. Cost is $65. Enroll online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or by calling L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

January

Jan.: Adult Music Lessons: Beginner Piano on Mondays, 7:15–8 p.m., starting Jan. 22. Beginner Guitar on Tuesdays, 7:15-8 p.m., starting Jan. 23 and Saturdays 11:15 a.m. to noon, starting Jan. 20. Ukulele for Fun on Wednesdays, 7:30 – 8 p.m., starting. Rental instruments are available for all classes. Classes held at Kawai Music Lesson Studios in Shelby Twp. Register online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or call L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

Jan. & Feb.: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. (Jan 8 – Feb 21), Fitness 20/20/20 held at Frederick V Pankow Center – Room 505, 24076 F V Pankow Blvd, Clinton Twp.  Cost is $96 Register online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or calling L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330

February

Feb 8: Coffee & Donuts at the DSO – “Lush Life” Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn, from 9:15 a.m. – 1:45 p.m., Bus departs from Walmart parking lot, 45400 Marketplace Blvd, Chesterfield. Cost is $68. Enroll online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or call L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

March

March: Adult Water Fitness: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 10-10:50 a.m., open now through March 2024, at L’Anse Creuse High School North, 23700 21 Mile Rd, Macomb. Walk in $5 a visit or purchase a punch card. Punch cards can be purchased at the pool, online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or calling L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

Monthly events

• Mondays and Wednesdays: 9:15-10 a.m.(tentatively starting this Fall/Winter), Water Walking or Lap Swim held at L’Anse Creuse High School North, 23700 21 Mile Rd, Macomb. Walk in $5 a visit or purchase a punch card. Punch cards can be purchased at the pool, online at Lc-ps.ce.eleyo.com or calling L’Anse Creuse Community Education at 586-783-6330.

• Older Persons’ Commission Membership: Mondays – Thursdays, from 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Friday, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. OPC membership is available at no charge to all residents 50+ of Rochester, Rochester Hills and Oakland Township. Registration forms are available at OPC or online at opcseniorcenter.org. You must register in person and proof of residency is required. The OPC is located at 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. For more information, call 248-656-1403.

• 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 a 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 [email protected]

• 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.

• 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.