Livonia Parks and Recreation News

The Livonia Senior Wellness Center as seen from a drone

Livonia Senior Wellness Center Open House

The new Livonia Senior Wellness Center (LSWC) is waiting for you! The community open house will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, and it will be your first chance to see it before it opens Monday, Nov. 17! You can take a self-guided tour and check out the space. No registration is needed.

The new LSWC, located adjacent to the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center, offers a safer, more accessible, and state-of-the-art environment for seniors. The facility features a dedicated circular drive and covered canopy entrance exclusively for Senior Wellness Center patrons, along with its own parking lot separate from The Rec. Inside, visitors will enjoy flexible rooms with moveable walls, a spacious kitchen and dining area, a welcoming café and lounge, and adaptable fitness spaces designed to meet a variety of wellness needs.

Although any and all are welcome to attend the open house without registration, regular use of the facility will be for those 55 and older. Find this event on Facebook!

An audience sitting and listening to a lecture in a historical building

History Lecture Series: Classic Michigan Food and Drinks

We have another entry in our free history lecture series at the Alexander Blue House in Greenmead Historical Park 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10!
Did you know the Ritz Cracker was invented in Jackson? Authors Gail Offen and Jon Milan will explore the amazing history and stories behind Michigan food and drink brands we know and love. If you’re a fan of brands like Sanders, Faygo, Vernors, and Jiffy, or have fond memories of brands like Awrey’s and Twin Pines, you will eat up this presentation! No registration required for this free series sponsored by the Livonia Historical Commission. You can find this event on Facebook.

Two dairy calves standing in an agricultural structure with a hay floor

Livonia Junior Athletic League acronym, "LJAL" with sports paraphenalia below it.

Livonia Junior Athletic League Registration

The Livonia Junior Athletic League (LJAL) offers a wide range of youth sports for ages 8–18, including basketball, lacrosse, baseball, football, softball, and cheerleading. Open to those who live, attend school, or have parents working in Livonia or the Clarenceville School District, LJAL focuses on sportsmanship, skill development, and community.

Upcoming programs include basketball and lacrosse. The House Basketball program (Grades 1–12) emphasizes fun, fundamentals, and friendship for players of all skill levels, while the Livonia Basketball Club Regulators (Grades 3–8) offer a competitive environment for those ready for the next level. LJAL Lacrosse provides boys and girls the chance to learn and compete in one of the fastest-growing sports, focusing on teamwork and confidence. You can find more information about LJAL basketball or more information about LJAL Lacrosse through their website.

Run entirely by dedicated volunteers, LJAL encourages families to get involved and help build a positive athletic experience for Livonia’s youth. Learn more or register for other programs through their webpage.

Two Weeks Out

Tue, Nov. 4 - 10:30 a.m. to noon Stories, Snacks and Crafts: Say Cheese!
Sat, Nov. 8 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (CANCELED) ~~Dining with Yesterday: History on Your Holiday Table~~
Mon, Nov. 10 - First Day of Santa's Mailbox at The Rec
Mon, Nov. 10 - 2-3:30 p.m. History Lecture Series: Classic Michigan Food and Drinks

Tue, Nov. 11 - City Offices, Greenmead, and Civic Park Senior Center Closed for Veterans Day
Wed, Nov. 12 - 7-8 p.m. Cheese 102
Sat, Nov. 15 - 10-11:30 a.m. Stuff-a-Pet Party: The Scarecrow's Hat
Sat, Nov. 15 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Livonia Senior Wellness Center Community Open House
Sat, Nov. 15 - 1-2:30 p.m. Barnyard Buddies: Meet Our Calf
Mon, Nov. 17 - 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. First day of LSWC regular hours
Mon, Nov. 17 - 2-4 p.m. Livonia Historical Society: A History of the Detroit Tigers

Flyer for Adult Craft Night at Greenmead Historical Park