Pardon the dust. The Carson City Senior Center is fully open and is doing repair to its kitchen floors. Staff says thank you to Calvary Chapel for letting us use their kitchen during this time.
Lunch is served on-site, normal hours, serving the posted menu. We apologize that we cannot serve our full beverage options during construction.
Meals on Wheels is delivered as normal serving the posted menu. Activities are occurring as scheduled including Sunday Bingo and Don & Nadine Dance Party.
Dates of Repairs: To continue now through Feb. 14. Thanks for your patience. We are working hard to offer our services to you with minimal disruptions.
Activity Highlights:
Going for Gold: A History Program
Alex Cushing and the State of California brought the 1960 Winter Olympics to the Lake Tahoe area. Walt Disney brought the Olympics to the World. From hosting the first Olympics that truly utilized modern technology, to creating a world class Olympic training facility deep in the Sierra Nevada forest, the Lake Tahoe region has played an important role in America’s success in both the Summer and Winter Olympics for generations. Join local historians and authors David & Gayle Woodruff on this free history presentation on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 1:30pm in the Nevada Room of the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP is not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
Heart Health Doc Talks Presentation
A presentation by Dr. Reffyiat, Cardiologist at Carson Tahoe Health, who will speak on heart health, diet, exercise and cardiac rehab. The presentation is on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m., at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Tree Room (east end). Also offered at the event will be two sessions of CPR skills at 1:30 p.m, and 3:00 p.m. This is a free event and RSVP is not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
A Conversation with Robin Holabird
Author, film expert and world traveler Robin Holabird writes regularly about films and their locations, with her weekly program airing on Reno’s NPR affiliate KUNR at 88.7 FM every Friday.
She also provides film commentary for KOH. Her newest book Around the World in 80 Movies, published by Ice Cube Press, shows the link between films and travel destinations. Her first book, Elvis, Marilyn and the Space Aliens, explores how movies and television programs affect Nevada’s public image.
An outdoor enthusiast who loves photographing locations throughout the world, Robin is a regular hiker and runner who finished the Boston Marathon six times. This free event is on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 12:30 p.m. in the Joshua Tree room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP is not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
Bingo Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels
Play and win big, all while supporting Meals on Wheels! Bingo is held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, doors open at 11 a.m., games start at 1 p.m. Must be 21 or over to play. Early Bird, cashball, specials, progressives, and more! Bring cash to play. Bingo is in the Sagebrush dining room at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP’s for the event are not required. Call the Senior Center at (775) 883-0703 or visit carsoncityseniorcenter.org for more information.
Chair Yoga Series
Enhance strength, balance, and flexibility. Classes integrate asanas, meditation, and breathwork to help students release tension, calm the mind, and improve overall well-being. Taught by Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher Wanda La Russa. The classes are held every Tuesday from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Tree Room (east end). RSVP’s for the event are not required. There is a $5.00 class fee. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
