Office Hours The Northville Community Center Desk hours 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday-Friday Registration Registration begins on Monday, January 6 for new trips & programs not already in progress. Register at the Northville Community Center desk, online or call 248-305-2851 for more information. Center Closings January 1 Building closed, no activities

January 20 Office closed, activities run as scheduled.

February 17 Office closed, activities run as scheduled.

Weather Hotline (248) 348-8888

Credit Card Fee Credit card transactions are subject to a convenience fee of 2.5% of purchase with a minimum of $1.95.

Inside This Issue Pg. 2 - 3 Transportation & Trips Pg. 4 - 5 Fitness & Special Events Pg. 6 - 7 Programs Pg. 8 Arts, Crafts, & Open Activities Pg. 9 Games & Cards Pg. 10 Friday Flicks Pg. 11 Services Pg. 12 Trip Refund Policy Pg. 13 Contact Info.

Inspire Northville Community Center

303 W. Main St., Northville, MI 48167 Phone: 248 -305-2851

January - February 2020

NORTHVILLE SENIOR SERVICES

Thank you to

everyone who joined

us for the Tree

Lighting Ceremony.

Mark Your Calendars:

Valentine’s Day Tea - Wednesday, February 12. More info on pg. 5

Paczki Day - Tuesday, February 25. More info on pg. 7

St. Patrick’s Day Party - Tuesday, March 17th. More info on pg. 5

Tigers Opening Day - Monday, March 30th. More info on pg. 5

Transportation Service Service is provided to Northville Township and the City of Northville residents age 60+ and residents who

have a documented disability (physician certified). Funding for the transportation service is provided by

SMART, Oakland and Wayne Counties, Northville Township and the City of Northville.

Fees for medical runs are reduced thanks to generous funding provided by St. Mary Mercy Livonia as

part of the SJMHS.

We Offer Curb-to-Curb Bus Service

The service provides bus transportation to medical

appointments and non-medical destinations.

Available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Transportation will be closed January 1 & 20, February 17

Fare Structure

Fare costs are determined by the type of destination and distance of service. Fares are charged as one way trips

and range from $1 to $4 each way. Please contact the transportation office to obtain a transportation packet

that describes the fare structure in more detail.

To schedule a ride or receive more information, call 248-449-9934, between 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Our Transportation Coordinator will be happy to assist you. Reservations for transportation service must be

made at least 2 business days in advance. Medical appointments receive priority scheduling.

Transportation punch cards can be purchased in $20, $30 or $40 increments to avoid paying cash for each trip.

Please ask for punch card details when calling for an appointment.

Medical Appointment Fares

Destinations within the Northville City and Township limits - $1 one-way fare

Destinations outside of Northville City or Township limits, but within 4 mile radius

of the Northville Community Center (303 W. Main St.) - $2 one-way fare

Destinations within an 8 miles radius of 303 W Main St. - $3 one-way fare

Rides to Beaumont Hospital (Farmington Hills) - $4 one-way fare

All medical rides have been reduced by $2 due to generous funding from St. Mary

Mercy Livonia as part of the SJMHS.

Non-Medical Fares Destinations within Northville City and Township limits - $3 one-way fare

Destinations outside of Northville City or Township limits, but within 4 miles radius of the Northville

Community Center (303 W. Main St.) - $4 one-way fare

No Transportation service is available for non-medical rides outside of 4 mile radius of the Northville

Community Center (303 W. Main St).

Northville Community Center Fare

Northville Community Center - $1.00 one-way fare

En Route Add-On Fare & Punch Cards

An en route quick stop may be added to any trip if time and route allows and the stop must be booked at time

of original stop request - $2 per stop. Exact change is required, as our drivers do not carry change. Payment is

due at time of service.

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Trips

Detroit Then & Now A fun, informative and interactive tour. Your guide will provide an overview of the high-

lights, architecture, landmarks, history and recent revitalization and current developments

of Detroit. This narrated bus tour will provide an up close and personal look at Detroit’s

downtown, the International Riverwalk, Campus Martius, Woodward Avenue Lower

Corridor, stadium district and the Brush Park historic neighborhood. Snacks at Eastern

Market are included. Lunch on your own with group.

The bus will depart from the parking lot across from the Post Office at 9:00 a.m.

Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.

Registration Deadline: April 9

Day Date Time Trip Fee

Wednesday April 29 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. $55

Thursday at the DIA-Senior Day The DIA will provide FREE bus transportation and special programming including films, lectures, and tours, followed by a complimentary coffee and cookie reception for seniors 55 and older. The DIA bus will depart from the parking lot across from the Post Office at 12:00 p.m. Please arrive by 11:45 a.m.

Registration Deadline: February 11

Day Date Time Trip Fee Thursday Feb. 27 12:00- 4:00 p.m. Free

The Grand Experience - Mackinaw Island Trip hosted by mParks The Grand Experience in the Fall! This trip sells out every year and is an experience you

don’t want to miss! Spend 4 days & 3 nights at the Grand Hotel on Mackinaw Island with

mParks organizing activities throughout your stay. Date TBD

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Greektown Casino - Travel Treasures & Tours $20 Free Play!

Registration deadline: March 20

The Deluxe Motor coach departs from the parking lot across from the Northville Post Office. If low enrollment, there may be another pick up location assigned. Time of departure will be given approx. 1 week prior to departure date.

Day Date Time Trip Fee

Tuesday March 31 TBD-Return 8:15 p.m. $25

Alaska Cruise - Celebrity Cruise - September 3 - 11, 2019 A trip of a life-time! Depart from Seattle, Washington and travel for 9 days/8 nights to the

beautiful Alaskan Landscape. Starts at $2977 p.p./dbl. occupancy and includes airfare from

Metro Detroit. Flyers and more information available at the Community Center.

Fitness

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Geared for adults age 55 and up, Senior Fit is aimed at improving stamina, lowering blood pressure and decreasing the risk of osteoporosis among senior adults through regular exercise. See flyer for more details. Please register at the Senior Center desk for class. No walk-ins will be accepted and space is limited.

Punch Card & Drop - in Fitness

Senior Fit Class

The Northville Fitness program offers a punch card or drop-in fitness program. Both Silver classes and Adult fitness classes are offered. Days and times of classes can be found on our monthly fitness schedule which can be picked up at the Northville Community Center or online at: www.northvilleparksandrec.org

Classes Offered Silver Classes - Silver Chair Yoga, Silver Strength & Stretch and Silver Zumba Adult Fitness - Blend Yoga “Restorative Yoga”, Slow Burn Yoga and Yoga for Healthy Hips/Back Punch cards are available for purchase for your convenience. The cards are valid for use in ANY non-registered class (fitness, yoga or silver class). The punch cards will be valid 3 months from date of purchase. Punch card cost can be found on the back of the monthly fitness calendar . A drop-in fee option is also available. Yoga & Cardio classes are $10 and Silver Classes are $7.

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday January 7 - February 25 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Free

Friday January 3 - February 28 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Free

Special Events

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St. Patrick’s Day Party

Valentine’s Day Tea

Tigers Opening Day Party

Day Date Time Fee

Wednesday February 12 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. $12

Save the date! On March 30th, cheer on the Tigers during their first home opener.

Hot dogs, peanuts & Cracker Jack’s along with other games and priz-

es. Join the fun!

Day Date Time Fee

Monday March 30 12:00 p.m. $3

Celebrate love and friendship with Victoria’s Tea Salon at the

Northville Community Center. This Afternoon Tea will include 4

types of tea sandwiches, 3 types of desserts, a cream scone and tea.

Real China place settings, linens and entertainment by musicians

Carl Karoub and friends will round out this lovely event. Tea time

will be from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Each table is sponsored by a local

vendor in order to keep your cost low.

Registration deadline: January 31

Everyone is Irish at this party! A traditional meal of corn beef &

cabbage, Irish potatoes and dessert will be served. Lively Irish en-

tertainment by Ardan Academy will be provided to enjoy.

Wear your best St. Patrick's day outfit and be entered into our

costume contest! Best female & male costume win prizes.

Registration deadline: March 6

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday March 17 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $12

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Programs

Elder Law

AARP Tax Preparation Appointments

AARP tax-aide provides free tax assistance to taxpayers with low and middle income, with special attention to

those who are 60 and older. Appointments are on Thursdays starting Feb. 6, 2020 through April 9, 2020.

Please call 248-305-2851 to make an appointment or in person at the Senior Services Desk at 303 W.

Main Street. Please see below what is required to br ing to your appointment.

Day Date Time Fee

Thursdays February 6 - April 9 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free

Tax Preparation

Copy of last year’s income tax return

W-2 forms from each employer

Unemployment compensation statements

SSA-form if you were paid Social Security

benefits

All 1099 forms (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-B,

etc.) showing interest and/or dividends and

documentation showing original purchase price of

sold assets; 1099-Misc showing any

miscellaneous income;

1099-R form if you received a pension or

annuity

All forms indicating federal income tax paid

Dependent care provider information name

Employer ID and Social Security number

All receipts or canceled checks if

itemizing deductions

Property tax statement

PIP insurance for automobile

Utility heating statements

Social Security card or other official

documentation

New Laws Affecting your Estate Plan - Gary Allen, Attorney Review recent changes to Michigan Law & IRS regulations that will affect your

existing estate plan.

Registration Deadline: February 21

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday February 25 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Wills, Trust & Ladybird Deeds - Gary Allen, Attorney Learn how to avoid probate and save thousands of dollars, why you probably don’t

need a trust, and why power of attorneys are your most important estate planning

documents.

Registration Deadline: January 17

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday January 21 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Programs

Health & Healthcare

Life Enrichment

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Sound Advice Audiology Presentation

"Ben Wightman, Au.D., owner of Sound Advice Audiology in Livonia and

Farmington, returns to discuss treating yourself to better hearing as well as an

informal question and answer session. Free ear-wax removal and hearing

screenings will be provided.

Registration Deadline: January 10

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday February 18 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Ascension Presentation: Healthy Heart

Learn what you can do to improve your heart health and lower your risk for stroke by

making some practical, healthy lifestyle changes.

Registration Deadline: February 14

Day Date Time Fee

Wednesday January 15 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Food For Thought - Oranges Join us for our new series as we dive in and learn about super foods, their benefits,

and walk away with a homemade item using the super food!

Registration Deadline: January 24

Day Date Time Fee

Wednesday January 29 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $2

Paczki Day Stop by and pick up a Paczki while they last! Paczkis' are generously donated by

Traveling Angels. They will be available starting at 8:00 a.m. in the Living Room

of the Community Center. Please take one per person.

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday February 25 8:00 a.m. till gone Free

Medicare Individual Counseling Appointments - MMAP Individual counseling sessions are available through Medicare to find out which plan

works best for your individual needs. Call 248-305-2851 or stop by the Senior Services

desk to book an appointment.

Day Date Time Fee

Tuesday January 14 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Tuesday February 4 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

Tuesday February 25 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free

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Arts, Crafts, & Open Activities

Craft

Open Activities Pickleball: Join this fast growing sport for all ages. Best described as a mix between tennis, bad-minton and ping pong. Northville Parks & Recreation offers drop in times for all levels of play. Check the Open Activities schedule for days and times of play. Fee: $3

NEW 1 Day Pickleball Clinics : Ages 18 & Up Come learn the skills necessary to play! We will offer 3 different clinics and multiple dates: 101: Intro to Pickleball 201: Dinking Strategies 202: Serve, Return, Third Shot Options Feb. 10 Feb. 24 Mar. 23 Mar. 9 Feb. 27 Apr. 13 Location: Recreation Center at Hillside North Gym Monday 3:45 - 5:45pm $15

Volleyball:

Both Senior Volleyball and Men’s 50+ Volleyball are offered at the Northville Community Center. Check the

Open Activities schedule for fees, days and times of play. Fee: See Open Activities Calendar

Walking:

Come join us for a morning walk in the gym. Every weekday morning the gym is open

for senior walkers from 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Join the group afterwards for a cup of coffee!

Walking is free, coffee 50¢.

Monthly Open Activities schedules can be picked up at the Northville Community Center or online at: www.northvilleparksandrec.org

Be creative with us as we make a double sided

wooden block sign! Make a decoration for Val-

entine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day all in one.

We will guide you along the way to complete

this easy, stylish craft.

Day: Friday

Date: February 7th

Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $8

Registration Deadline: January 31

Games & Cards

If you have some free time or just

love to work on puzzles, we

always have a community

puzzle available at our puzzle sta-

tion in the Living Room of the

Northville Community Center. Finish the puzzle

and you get to pick the next one to work on!

Fee: Free

Puzzles

Mah-Jongg Day Time Room Monday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Ebert Euchre Day Time Room Monday 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Russell Pinochle Day Time Room Tuesday 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Russell Party Bridge Day Time Room Wednesday 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. Russell No partner required

*4th Wednesday of every month, snack provided by Pomeroy Living*

Bridge Day Time Room Wednesday 6:15 - 10 p.m. Russell Duplicate style, bidding boxes, bring your partner, friendly game. Double-Deck Pinochle Day Time Room Thursday 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Ebert Poker Day Time Room Friday 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Ebert Fee: $1 Drop-in for all card groups

Cards & Games

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Bingo

Come play Bingo with us.

Oakmont of Northville hosts

this activity once per month.

Registration is required at the

Community Center desk prior

to the event. See back page for more information.

Fee: Free (except for special Bingo events)

January 9, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m - $3.00

February 20, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Free

Funding for Northville Senior Services provided

by The Senior Alliance

For Contact Information call: 734-722-2830

Trivia Test your Trivia skills!

Stonecrest of Northville hosts

this activity every 4th

Wednesday of the month.

Registration is required at the

Community Center desk prior to the event.

Please see our Trivia flyer at the Community Cen-

ter for upcoming dates and times.

January Friday Flicks February

Jan. 3: Downton Abbey 2019 PG (2hrs. 2min.) Set in the period between world wars, this big-screen adaptation of the beloved British TV series continues to follow the lives of the patrician Crawley family and those of the servants who keep the sprawling estate running. Jan. 10: Same Kind of Different as Me 2017 PG-13 (1 hr. 59 min.) In a bid to save his marriage, successful art dealer Ron Hall extends a helping hand to Denver Moore, an eccentric homeless man Hall meets through his wife. As the relationship between the men evolves into a bond, it opens new perspectives for both. Jan. 17: Rocketman 2019 R (2 hrs. 1 min.) This one-of-a-kind musical biopic embarks on the spectacular journey of Elton John in his rise to fame. With incredible performances of Elton's most beloved songs, discover how a small-town boy became one of the most iconic figures in rock & roll. Jan. 24: The Best of Enemies 2019 PG-13 (2 hrs. 13 min.) A timely drama that centers on an unlikely relationship between Ann Atwater, an outspoken civil rights activist, and C.P. Ellis, a local Ku Klux Klan leader who reluctantly co-chaired a community summit, battling over the desegregation of schools in Durham, North Carolina during the racially-charged summer of 1971.

Jan. 31: Ad Astra 2019 PG-13 (2 hrs. 13 min.) Army Corps engineer Roy McBride has never stopped missing his father, a scientist who vanished on a mission to find alien life on Neptune. Twenty years later, Roy embarks on a galactic search to locate his dad.

FEE: $1

February 7: The Favourite 2018 R (1hr. 59 min.) Amid the hornet's nest of rivalries and intrigue that define the court of mercurial Queen Anne in 18th-century England, cousins Abigail Masham and Sarah Churchill battle to gain the favor of the monarch and her court.

February 14: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2002 PG (1 hr. 35 min) In this romantic comedy, a single Greek woman falls in love with a non-Greek man, which is a problem for members of her strict family -- particularly her traditional father, whose Greek pride knows no bounds.

February 21: Judy 2019 PG-13 (1hr. 58 min.) Set in 1968, this dramatized biopic recounts singer Judy Garland's last concerts in London, where the fragile and weary star prepares for a run of sold-out shows while beginning a courtship with her soon-to-be-fifth spouse.

February 28: The Goldfinch 2019 R (2 hrs. 29 min.) When his mother dies in a bomb attack at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, young Theodore Decker's life is profoundly altered -- especially after he steals a priceless painting from the debris and ends up involved in the art underworld.

Please note: Some PG-13 movies may contain inappropriate material. R Rated movies will definitely contain adult material - bad language violence, sex, drug usage, or will have an adult theme. Movies are subject to change based on availability.

Thank you to Waltonwood for sponsoring our Movies! 10

1 p.m.

Blood Pressure Check

WellsBrooke Premium Home Health Care will be providing blood pressure checks on the

2nd Tuesday of each month. January 14 & February 11 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Telecare (Telephone Reassurance)

Each Monday, Wednesday and Friday senior residents can receive a telephone call to check on their well

being or to just hear a friendly voice. This service is run entirely by volunteers and there is no charge.

To register, call 248-305-2851. 11

Medical Equipment Loans Wheelchair, walker, cane or other medical equipment are available for FREE to Northville & Novi

residents. The return policy: equipment should be returned within 90 days. We also accept new or

gently used medical equipment. Please call 248-305-2851 before dropping any equipment off to ensure we

are in need of equipment at that time.

Liquid Nutrition (Ensure)

Pick up times at the NCC: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Normal pickup dates are the 4th Friday of each

month. To apply, contact Wayne County Senior Services at 734-326-5202.

January 24 & February 28

Foot Reflexology

Appointments: call the office for new times and dates. Fee: $35 per hour; no-show $15

Clarence Brown, reflexologist, offers this wonderful, alternative healing. These appointments go fast so book

early.

Congregate Nutrition Program

Hot, nutritious meals are provided Monday through Friday at 11:45 a.m. at Allen Terrace,

401 High Street, for a donation of $3.00. NOTE: Please call 248-231-9950 at least a day

ahead so that a sufficient number of meals can be available. Homebound residents can re-

ceive a meal delivered to their home through the Meals on Wheels program. The phone numbers for this ser-

vice are: Oakland County: 810-632-2155 Wayne County: 734-326-5202

Caregiver Support Group

(Alzheimer’s Association 734-776-4466 or toll-free at 800-272-3900)

To provide emotional support & coping skills to families and caregivers relating to Alzheimer’s disease. This

group meets the 1st Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Meeting dates: January 7 & February 4

Pounds to lose? Try TOPS What are you “Weighting” for? Take Off Pounds Sensibly NOW as you begin your weight loss journey with TOPS. Come see what we’re all about on Thursday mornings at the Community Center. We meet in the Ebert Room. Weigh-in begins at 9:00 a.m. and a 30 minute meeting begins at 9:30 a.m.

Services

Talking Book Service - National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Talking book players, books, and magazines are available for loan, to eligible Oakland & Wayne

County residents who are unable to read or use standard printed materials as a result of tempo-

rary or permanent visual or physical limitations. The phone numbers for this service are:

Oakland County: 800-774-4542 Wayne County: 734-287-4840

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Day Trip Refund Policy Day Trip Refund Policy - If Northville Senior Services needs to

cancel a trip for any reason, a full refund will be issued.

If you need to cancel your reservation, please be aware that refunds will

be issued minus a $15 surcharge if we are able to fill your spot through

our waitlist. Trips are nontransferable and if we are unable to fill

your spot no refund will be awarded. Chartered day trips will follow the

same refund policy as above. Chartered overnight trips will follow the

charter companies policy as well as a $15 surcharge for processing.

Departure information: All in house day tr ips are picked up and

dropped off in the parking lot across from the Northville Post Office.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the posted time of departure.

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We Will Miss You!

Volunteer! Do you love the Northville Senior Services Department & serving your community? We are looking for help! Let us know if you, or someone you know, can help out in the following areas:

Telephone Reassurance Calls

Technology Help Desk

If interested, contact the Front Desk at 248-305-2851.

Our Transportation Coordinator, Erin Dobson has left Northville Senior Services to pursue

her career in Real Estate. Erin was a key member of our team making our transportation run

smoothly and offering services to those in our community without a mode of transportation.

We would like to thank Erin for her time here at Northville Senior Services and wish her the

best of luck on her next endeavor!

Northville Parks & Recreation 248-349-0203 www.northvilleparksandrec.org

Northville District Library 248-349-3020 www.northville.lib.mi.us

Allen Terrace 248-349-8030

Civic Concern 248-344-1033

Meals on Wheels - Wayne County 734-326-5202

Northville Post Office 248-349-2062

Senior Alliance 734-722-2830

Secretary of State 888-767-6424

Chamber of Commerce 248-349-7640

Oakland County 810-632-2155

Northville Senior Adult Services 303 West Main Street Northville, MI 48167 248-305-2851

Website: www.northvilleparksandrec.org

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Staff: Christy Mattson

Senior Services Supervisor 248-305-2852 Transportation Coordinator 248-449-9934 Karlee Hamilton Recreation Coordinator - Seniors 248-305-2873 Debbie Luterek, Sue Wilson & Jackie Dobson Office Assistants 248-305-2851 Rentals 248-305-2731 Northville Township 248-348-5800 www.twp.northville.mi.us City of Northville 248-349-1300 www.ci.northville.mi.us

Contact Information Senior Advisory Commission Andrea Murdock, Chairperson Jan Valade, Vice Chair Person Jan Purtell, Secretary Lesa Buckland, City of Northville Patrick Giesa, Northville City Council Member Robert Lipmyer , Northville Township Mindy Herrmann, Northville Township Trustee Dory Schmidt, Northville Township Angela Jaafar, Board Member, Northville Public Schools Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the Northville Community Center, 303 W. Main St., and are open to the public.

Applications for future openings on the Senior Advi-

sory Commission can be found on the City and Town-

ship websites.

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Frequently Requested Contacts

Bingo!

January 9 - New Year’s Bingo

12:00 - 2:00 p.m $3.00

&

February 20th, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Free

Sponsored by: Oakmont

Registration required at

Senior Services Front Desk

303 West Main Street

Northville Community Center

303 W. Main Street

Northville, MI 48167

Senior Services Registration Protocol

Anyone registering for a paid program with Northville Senior Services must have a

signed registration form (by the participant) with liability release at the time of pay-ment/registration. Hard copies of the registration forms are available at the North-ville Community Center and can be found online at northvilleparksandrec.org.