Families check out cement-mixing trucks and other large vehicles at Touch-a-Truck

Touch-a-Truck Returning to Greenmead Saturday

Come get hands on with tons of vehicles from local and State agencies at Touch-a-Truck Saturday, Aug. 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (quiet hour from 8:30-10:30 a.m.) at Greenmead Historical Park.

This FREE hands-on family event provides a unique opportunity for children and adults alike to explore vehicles of all types, including public service, emergency, utility, construction, landscaping, transportation and delivery all in one place.

There is a suggested $3 parking donation to support local organizations. The quiet hour is for children sensitive to loud noises.

Hosted by the Churchill Rotary Interact Club and Rotary Club of Livonia AM.

Pair of lifeguards pose with their American Red Cross Lifesaving Awards

Lifeguard Duo Recognized for Lifesaving Actions

When a patron slipped in the lazy river and went under water in January, Kirksey Recreation Center lifeguards Maddy Seipelt and Maggie Swyt sprung to action. Thanks to their quick action, the patron was saved and made a full recovery.

The two teenage lifeguards were presented with the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award last week in recognition of their heroic efforts. We are proud to have such outstanding staff on our Aquatics Team. Thank you for your continued efforts to provide a safe place for the community to swim and congratulations on this distinguished honor.

Group of people playing pickleball as a woman in a blue shirt goes to volley the ball

Pickleball Options Coming Up with Leagues, Tournament This Fall

If you’ve been looking to get into pickleball, don’t miss out on this upcoming series of events for those who may just be starting off.

• Sept. 12 – 8-10 p.m. Fall Pickleball Ladder Leagues Begin (Monday competitive, Tuesday recreational) (Register by Aug. 31)

• Sept. 19 – 10 a.m. Pickleball Clinic (drop-in)

• Oct. 1 – 8:30 a.m. Fall Face-Off Pickleball Tournament (Register by Sept. 23)

We also have drop-in indoor pickleball at the Kirksey Recreation Center throughout the week, plus outdoor courts at Bicentennial Park, Compton Park and Shelden Park. Check out the indoor schedule at Livonia.gov/1667 or visit Livonia.gov/1586 via LivoniaParks.org for all things pickleball.

Thank You!

Some of our great events wouldn't be what they are without some help from our sponsors. Thank you to MacFarland & Co. Home Sales for sponsoring our pair of Family Food Truck Rallies this summer.

If you're interested in becoming a sponsor, visit Livonia.gov/1600 or Livonia.gov/1622 via LivoniaParks.org.

Two Weeks Out

Tue, Aug. 23 – 6-6:50 p.m. FREE Demo Class: Yoga Strength Fusion
Tue, Aug. 23 – 7-7:50 p.m. FREE Demo Class: Cycle
Wed, Aug. 24 – 10:30-11:20 a.m. FREE Demo Class: Bellydance Fitness
Wed, Aug. 24 – 6-6:50 p.m. FREE Demo Class: Zumba
Thu, Aug. 25 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Healthy Livonia's Farm Stand
Thu, Aug. 25 – 6-6:50 p.m. FREE Demo Class: Power Yoga
Thu, Aug. 25 – 7-7:50 p.m. FREE Demo Class: SHiNE Fitness
Thu, Aug. 25 – 7 p.m. Music From the Heart Concert: Packin' Heat Band
Fri, Aug. 26 – 10:30-11:20 a.m. FREE Demo Class: Slow Flow Yoga
Sat, Aug. 27 – 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Touch-a-Truck

Mon-Fri, Aug. 29-Sept. 2 – Kirksey Recreation Center Shutdown Week
Thu, Sept. 1 – 7 p.m. Music From the Heart Concert: The Luddites
Mon, Sept. 5 – 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kirksey Recreation Center limited hours; Civic Park Senior Center and Greenmead Historical Park offices closed
Mon, Sept. 5 – 1-6:45 p.m. Clements Circle Splash Park limited hours
Tue, Sept. 6 – Fall I Classes Begin