The Carson City Senior Center is gearing up for a busy October by offering several programs and workshops that provide active and engaging opportunities in areas of health, history, arts and more. Check out the events, calendar and newsletter below.
Jewelry Sale to Benefit Meals on Wheels
The Carson City Senior Center will have its annual Jewelry Sale on Thursday, October 3 and Friday, October 4, from 9-2pm. Brand new and gently used jewelry, handbags, wallets, pocket watches, belt buckets, and more will be on sale. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City. The event will be in the main lobby at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Follies performs “Ocean Commotion” raising funds for Meals on Wheels
Gearing up for its twenty-sixth year, the 2024 Follies presents, Ocean Commotion, setting the stage for clogging, tap dancing, musical acts, poetry, belly dancing, and comedic acts bringing the sea to the stage and bound to entertain all. Tickets for the show are $10 and will be sold one-hour prior to the first act. Showtimes are Friday, October 4 at 7pm and Saturday, October 5 at 2pm at the Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street. The show will have refreshments and raffle tickets will be sold during intermission. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
Local Senior Center hosts a fall canvas Paint Party
Van Gogh & Vino will lead you step by step, so no artistic experience is necessary. All painting supplies included (canvas, paint, brushes, etc.). The event is on Tuesday, October 7, at 2 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (West End). Free Event, brought to you by SB 118. RSVP at 775-883-0703 – space is limited.
Memories of Bonanza – a Living History Program
Ride with us back to those golden days of yester-year,…when Ben, Adam, Hoss and Little Joe stood for honesty, decency…and owned about 1/3 of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Using seldom seen images and extensive research, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff bring the Cartwrights and their socially edge cutting ways back to life in an informative, amusing and entertaining 55-minute slide show presentation…plus…a surprise ending! The program is on Tuesday, October 8 at 1:30pm at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Nevada Room (West End). The program is free and RSVP not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
Dance Party & Potluck
Dance the night away with live music with Don and Nadine on Saturday, October 12 from 6-9pm. Admission is $10 per person and guests are asked to bring a dish to share. Dances are held the 1st Saturday of each month (with the exception of October) and is open to all ages. The dance is at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Sagebrush Dining Room. RSVPs for the event are not necessary. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Living History: Obscure History of the Eastern Sierra, Part Two
In part two of this series, local historians David & Gayle Woodruff continue a reflective look at some of the Eastern Sierra’s deep, rich, and little-known history. Using vintage photos and extensive research, the Woodruffs recount a few of these esoteric anecdotes, in a free 55-minute slide show presentation on Tuesday, October 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (west end). RSVP not required — just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
A Conversation with Janice Oberding
Interact with historian, true crime buff, paranormal enthusiast and investigator, Janice Oberding, on Tuesday, October 15 at 12:30pm at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Tree (East End). Oberding is the author of more than 50 books on topics ranging from ghosts to true crime to history, the strange and unusual, and mystery. She writes both non-fiction and fiction. Raised in California and Nevada, much of her work is focused on the two states. The program is free and RSVP not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
Health Steps for Older Adults – a Fall Prevention Workshop
Healthy Steps for Older Adults (HSOA) is a free, small-group workshop proven to reduce falls. The workshop also provides steps to make homes safer, manage medicines, and learn how to improve strength, balance, and overall fitness, along with providing other resources to help prevent falls. HSOA workshops are for any older adult who wants to maintain mobility and independence. This free workshop is hosted by UNR Sanford Center for Aging, School of Medicine on Friday, October 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RSVP at 775-883-0703 – space is limited.
Free digital skills training workshops!
Join us and learn basic mobile device skills, email, computer navigation, or brush up on your internet safety on October 14-16, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bring a friend or family member. The workshops are FREE, open to everyone, and held at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive, Computer Lab (east end). Please register at Reception by calling (775) 883-0703.
Staying Sharp: Strategies for Maintaining Brain Health
Discover lifestyle and mental habits that help protect memory and cognition as we age, offered on Friday, November 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). The free workshop is brought to you by Comprehensive Home Health Solutions. RSVP not required – just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
A Talk with Heather Segale, TERC
Heather Segale is responsible for providing the intellectual and administrative leadership in the education and outreach component of the mission for the Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC). She also coordinates TERC’s participation in regional outreach and oversees the marketing plans for TERC’s two science education centers. This free talk is on Tuesday, October 21 at 12:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). RSVP not required – just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
Fundraiser for Breast Cancer at the Hidden Treasures Gift Shop
The Hidden Treasures Gift Shop is raising money in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October 1-31). Handcrafted items are for sale, with all proceeds benefiting Breast Cancer. The Gift Shop is located inside the Carson City Senior Center and is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, contact (775) 883-0703.
Dance Party & Potluck
Dance the night away with live music with Don and Nadine on Saturday, October 4, from 6-9 pm. Admission is $10 per person, and guests are asked to bring a dish to share. Dances are held on the 1st Saturday of each month and are open to all ages. The dance is at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Sagebrush Dining Room. RSVP is not necessary. Call the Senior Centerfor more information (775) 883-0703.
Jewelry Sale to Benefit Meals on Wheels
The Carson City Senior Center will have its annual Jewelry Sale on Thursday, November 6 and Friday, November 7, from 9-2 p.m. Brand-new and gently used jewelry, handbags, wallets, pocket watches, belt buckles, and more will be on sale. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City. The event will take place in the main lobby of the Carson City Senior Center, located at 911 Beverly Drive. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Medicare 101 Presentation
Do you know what is covered under Medicare? Learn about coverage for Part A, B, C, & D and Supplemental Medicare coverage. Get your questions answer on Friday, October 18, 10:30-11:30am at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Tree Room (East End). Presented by Access to Healthcare who runs the Medicare Assistance Program. The program is free and RSVP not necessary. For more information call (775) 883-0703.
