History, health and outdoor talks, along with BINGO, an ice cream social and more will take shape in July at the Carson City Senior Center.
See the calendar listing and Senior Sentinel attachment below and follow along for this month’s slate of activities. The Carson City Senior Center is located at 911 Beverly Drive.
A Talk with Chelsea Kincheloe, Trails and Dark Skies
On Tuesday, July 21, at 12:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end), Chelsea Kincheloe will talk about the Nevada Starry Skies Certification and the importance of preserving Nevada’s dark skies and current advocacy efforts in the state of Nevada. Chelsea, a seasoned adventurer and advocate, has spent the past five years calling Nevada home, marking a settling point after a decade of traversing the globe. Beyond her professional endeavors, Chelsea thrives on exploring Nevada’s diverse trails and contributing to various advocacy initiatives. For the past 5 years, she has served as president of a local advocacy group dedicated to cultivating sustainable trails in Carson City, showcasing her commitment to community betterment. Chelsea is a Program Officer III with the Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation. This is a free event, and RSVP is not required.
History Program: Mirages and Mayhem: Big Dreams and Land Schemes
This lively, history program races through a few of the West’s most colorful land schemes — from the pine scented promises of Tahoe Paradise and the grandiose dreams of California City to the quirky fallout of the Small Tracts Act and the idealistic, occasionally chaotic socialist commune in western Nevada.
Blending promotional hype, archival oddities, and a wink at the eternal hope for “your own slice of paradise,” local historians David and Gayle Woodruff examine the bold, bizarre, and often implausible adventures that helped shape our region in a 55-minute…extensively researched and entertaining slide show. This event is on Tuesday, July 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (West End). It is a free event; donations are appreciated. RSVP not necessary.
Special Ice Cream Party during Lunch
Cool off with delicious ice cream sponsored by the Pay it Forward Project on Friday, July 24, 11 to 12:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Sagebrush Dining Room (West End). It is a free event for seniors age 60+; registration is required at the time of the event if joining us for lunch (optional). RSVP not necessary.
JAC Bus Pass Renewals
Seniors age 60 and over who reside in Carson City are eligible for a free bus pass, valid from 7/1/26-6/30/27. Stop by the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Reception desk, Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to obtain a pass. Bring valid ID and proof of Carson City residency. Call the Carson City Senior Center at (775) 883-0703 for more information.
Carson Tahoe Health Talk – Stroke Prevention and Recovery
Learn the Signs of Stroke and the actions to take, lifestyle choices that can reduce the risk of stroke, and the recovery process and support provided for both the Stroke survivor and their caregiver. Presented by Shawn Binn, M.S., a Speech-Language Pathologist at Carson Tahoe Hospital for 25 years, on Friday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). Free event. RSVP not necessary. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
Medicare 101 Educational Series
Are you confused about how to get started with Medicare? Join the Medicare 101 Educational Seminar Series on Tuesday, July 14 at 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Tahoe Room (east end). Brought to you by Craig Wilcox, Licensed Insurance Agent, learn about the different parts of Medicare and how to avoid mistakes with coverage before you turn 65. Call (775) 400-2223 to RSVP.
Win BIG at Bingo – A Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels
Play on the 2nd & 4th Sundays, doors open at 11 a.m., play starts at 1 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. A fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, $3 Early Bird pack with $50 Payouts. $6 Regular Game Pack with $100 Payouts, optional Cashball $1. $1 Double Action and Bonanza specials. $1 Starburst, Letter X and Fun Tab progressive games. $2 (3 for $5) Blackout Progressive paying $500 or $120. Other $1 games: Fun Tab, Free Speed Bingo, and Food Drive (each donated item receives a free card). Snack bar serving hot dogs, nachos, chili, soda, chips, cookies, and candy. Cash only. RSVP not necessary. 21 and over only.
Dance & Potluck
Dance the night away with live music with Don and Nadine from 6-9 pm on Saturday, July 4 and Saturday, August 1 (1st Saturday of each month) at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. Admission is $10 per person, and guests are asked to bring a dish to share. Dances are open to all ages.
Backgammon – Seeking Players
We are starting a new backgammon group at the Carson City Senior Center and are looking for new players to join. We hope to start meeting regularly in the afternoon once a few more people sign up. Call the Carson City Senior Center at (775) 883-0703 for more information.
Volunteers Wanted – Bingo & Tech Help
The Carson City Senior Center is seeking talented volunteers for two special roles. Tech help is a volunteer-run service teaching others how to use smartphones, basic computer applications, navigate the web, email, and other basic tech skills. Sunday bingo, our bi-monthly fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, is seeking volunteers to form a Bingo Fundraiser Committee to organize all aspects of the fundraiser, including games, payouts, volunteer recruitment and management, food, setup, and cleanup. Call the Carson City Senior Center’s Volunteer Coordinator to sign up (775) 883-0703.
Tech Help for Seniors
Free one-on-one instruction tech help with: Emailing, Smartphone use, MS Office & more. Sorry, no repair service available. Tech Help is offered at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. Call the Senior Center at (775) 883-0703 for the Tech Help hours and more information.
