The Carson City Senior Center offers several activities for the month of November. Be sure to check out the latest Senior Sentinel and activities calendar below.
Monthly History Program at the Senior Center
A sweeping tale of courage, conflict, and collapse, this history slide show traces the dramatic journey of Owens Valley bankers — and brothers — Mark and Wilfred Watterson, who rose to prominence as fierce champions of their community during the long struggle against Los Angeles’ relentless pursuit of the valley’s water rights.
Once hailed as the spirited leaders of local resistance, their legacy ultimately unraveled in a tangled web of betrayal and deceit. Using extensive research and seldom seen photographs, David and Gayle Woodruff explore how idealism, ambition, and deception intertwined to reshape a community and entire region’s destiny, in a 55-minute history presentation. The history program is on Tuesday, November 10 at 1:30 pm at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Nevada Room. The event is free, donations appreciated. RSVP not necessary. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
A Taste for History: Discovering Untold Stories about the Region’s Food
Savor a visual history of local food, drink and the stories that surround them in a free presentation on Tuesday, November 17 at 12:30 pm at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Joshua Room. EdibleRenoTahoe columnist Sharon Honig-Bear brings her love of regional history, throws in a pinch of local restaurant lore, and winds up with A Taste for History. The presentation focuses on stories from Carson and nearby area, bringing to life colorful characters, one-of-a-kind eateries and celebrations. The presentation is fast moving and full of surprises about your back yard and the food enjoyed here. RSVP not necessary. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Jewelry Sale fundraiser for Meals on Wheels
Looking for a beautiful new accessory or a unique gift? Stop by the Carson City Senior Center Annual Jewelry Sale to browse a fantastic selection of brand new and gently used jewelry, handbags, wallets, pocket watches, belt buckles, and more! Best of all, 100% of the proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City, helping feed seniors in our community. Join us on Thursday, November 5, and Friday, November 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a special sale day on Saturday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. 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.
Free Funeral Planning Workshop
This Thanksgiving season, give your loved ones something that lasts: peace of mind. Join Walton’s Funeral Home for a free educational seminar on funeral preplanning and discover how planning ahead can help your family feel prepared, informed, and confident when the time comes on Friday, November 6, 10:30-11:30 at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Joshua Room. Register by calling reception at (775) 883-0703.
Chair Yoga with Brooke
Instructor Brooke is back, teaching her beginner to intermediate level chair yoga class on Fridays at 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Nevada Room. Just show up to participate; free class, donations appreciated. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Crafters Corner Workshop
Calling all senior crafters! New open workshop to work on your projects, get inspired by others, and craft together on the 1st and 3rdWednesdays, starting in November, from 9:00 to 11:30 am at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Jobs Peak Room. Free if you bring all your supplies; $10 to use provided supplies. Register by calling reception at (775) 883-0703.
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.
