The Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive is hosting a full schedule of activities in June 2026, including weekday fitness classes (Resistance Exercise, Chair Yoga, Tai Chi), JAC bus renewals, history programs, open game days and special social events. See the activity descriptions, full calendar and the June edition of Senior Sentinel below.
Critical Thinking Session Bias: The Mind’s Blind Spots
On Monday, June 15 at 10:00 am, this free 90-minute Critical Thinking session will explore biases. Our own and those we encounter in others. We’ll see that critical thinking can help us recognize and deal with them in the real world. No advanced reservation required. The workshop is at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Tahoe Room (east end).
Plant Flowers in our Courtyard
Seeking participants to plant flowers at the Carson City Senior Center Courtyard Garden and deciding future projects for our “Courtyard Garden” including the possibility of a senior community garden of flowers, veggies, and herbs. Bring hat, gloves, sunscreen and anything that you need for a day in the sun. This is free event and RSVP is not required.
Are you Ready? Emergency Preparedness Workshop with Community Experts
Emergency preparedness saves lives and protects your family when disaster strikes. By creating a clear plan, packing a robust emergency kit, and staying informed through local alerts, you build a resilient household. Take action today to safeguard your home and community against unexpected emergencies. Join Carson City Public Health Preparedness and Carson City Emergency Management to learn more about preparing for emergencies on Friday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). This is free event and RSVP is not required.
Book & Poetry Talk with local author Glade A. Myler
Glade A. Myler will present a lecture on his poetry and writings on Friday, June, 26 at 12:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). The theme of many of his poems is personal experiences and well-known musical, historical characters, as well as poetic and musical characters. This is free event and RSVP is not required.
A Talk with NV Tami
Engage with Nevada local, NV Tami on Tuesday, June 16 at 12:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). Tami has explored Nevada and eastern Sierra ghost towns and mining camps for 25 years. Since 2000, she has shared her love of ghost towns through Nevada Ghost Towns & Beyond, Radio Goldfield, presentations, and various publications. Being well-known online as NV Tami, her specialties are the little-known ghost towns and long-forgotten stories of life in the Old West. This is free event and RSVP is not required.
History Program: Greetings from the Salton Sea: Expect the Unexpected
The history of the Salton Sea may well be the most bizarre of any body of water on Earth. Born from an unbelievable “oops,” transformed into a glittering playground for the rich and famous, and later notorious as foul‑smelling Lake Odoroma, California’s largest lake has lived more lives than most towns. In this fast‑paced program, David and Gayle Woodruff dive deep into the Sea’s many mysteries and wacky true tales, using vintage photos and extensive research to illuminate an inland sea that sits below sea level — and often below expectations. From outlandish schemes to stranger‑than‑fiction episodes, these stories prove that when it comes to the Salton Sea, truth is stranger than fiction! This event is on Tuesday, June 9 at 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (West End). It is a free event, donations appreciated. RSVP not necessary.
Evening History Program: Jackpots and Trailblazers: Reno’s Casino Legacy
Step into the glittering past of Nevada’s gaming frontier with a lively slide show tracing the legacies of two visionary titans: Harolds Club’s Pappy Smith and the Sparks Nugget’s John Ascuaga on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. From Pappy’s audacious billboard blitz that put Reno on the national map to John’s hands-on leadership and warm rapport with guests, this visual journey captures the spirit, grit, and showmanship that defined Northern Nevada’s casino boom. Using archival photos, extensive research, vintage ads, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, local historians David & Gayle Woodruff reveal how these self-made men transformed dusty streets into neon-lit landmarks, shaping not just the gaming industry but the cultural identity of the Silver State. This event is at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (West End). It is a free event, donations appreciated. 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. Renewal bus passes will be distributed on Tuesday, June 16, 11:00-1:00 p.m., and Wednesday, June 17, 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Main Lobby. If you cannot attend this event, bus passes will be available at Reception following the event.
Medicare 101 Educational Series
Are you confused about how to get started with Medicare? Join the Medicare 101 Educational Seminar Series on Tuesday, June 9 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.
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.
