Livonia Parks and Recreation News

A cartoon turkey with "Thankful Turkeys" emblazoned above

Pop Up Play: Thankful Turkeys

Kids will make paper bag turkey hand puppets with designs of what they're thankful for on the feathers during our Saturday, Nov. 23, Pop Up Play installment, Thankful Turkeys, from 1-3 p.m.! Show your child the Thanksgiving spirit with this stellar craft in The Rec lobby! Crafters of all ages are welcome.

No registration is required for our Pop Up Play activities, and they are free to members of The Rec and day pass holders. Find our Facebook event here today.

A trainer encouraging a main on a stationary bike in a fitness room

RISE CLub: Holiday Fitness Fun

Get strong as a reindeer during our 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, Holiday installment of the RISE Club (Recreation Inclusion Social Exercise Club). RISE Club programs include an hour of fitness followed by dedicated social time. Brad Kraft, a certified personal trainer and fitness instructor, will lead the fitness portions. This event will be held at the ARC of Northwest Wayne County.

The RISE Club is a monthly program for participants with special needs. Each session includes a tailored workout and time to socialize with friends.

The RISE Club a partnership of Livonia Parks and Recreation, ARC of Northwest Wayne County, and Canton Leisure Services.

Register through our catalog today!

Festive Forest

Calling all local organizations, businesses and families! Does your tree have what it takes to win the title of Best Holiday Tree in Livonia? The contest features two locations (Festive Forest at Greenmead Historical Park and Deck The Rec at the Kirksey Recreation Center). Spots are sold out at The Rec, but you can still get in on the contest by joining our Festive Forest with an outdoor tree that will be showcased throughout December in the center of the Night of Lights eight-day/three-weekend event and all of the other festivities at Greenmead during the holiday season.

We provide the extension cords and you provide the tree to gain this great exposure to thousands of people for FREE. The public will choose the winner! Sign up for this great opportunity today. Space is limited!

Merry and Bright Holiday Parade Groups Needed

Our Merry and Bright Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting is right around the corner! More groups are needed to walk in the parade. If you've ever wanted to be in a parade, here's your chance! Please email wkeppen@livonia.gov if you are interested.

The parade will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 4 p.m. starting at Frost Middle School and will last approximately one hour. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place outside of City Hall immediately following the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. For more information, visit LivoniaParks.org

New exterior wall for Livonia Senior Wellness Center is up

#RecreatingTheRec

The exterior walls for the new Livonia Senior Wellness Center continue to rise along the east side of the Kirksey Recreation Center as the footings also take place for the new West Gym.

The Main Gyms will close in 2025 once the new West Gym is complete. The full project is expected to be completed in December 2025. You can visit LivoniaBuilt.org to see the specific timeline for each phase. For more details, check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

Stay up to date on construction at the Kirksey Recreation Center and Livonia Senior Wellness Center at LivoniaBuilt.org. You've already subscribed to this e-newsletter, so make sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and bookmark the website for all the latest details.

Flyer for Livonia Parks' upcoming Holiday Programs

Pop Up Play: Thankful Turkeys

RISE CLub: Holiday Fitness Fun

Festive Forest

Merry and Bright Holiday Parade Groups Needed

#RecreatingTheRec

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