Carson City Senior Center
Events at this venue
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Carson City Thursday Afternoon Bingo!
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesLooking for an enjoyable activity for the afternoon? Come join us for Bingo! Bingo is played on Thursday afternoons from 1:15 – 3:15 PM at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly […]
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Carson City Ukulele Group
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe Carson City Ukulele Group practices every Monday from 11 to 12.30 at the Carson City Senior Ctr., Joshua Tree room. All levels are welcome. We would love to have singers join […]
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Sunday Bingo is Coming Back to Carson City Senior Center
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesSunday BINGO will be returning, starting on November 9th, and the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month going forward. Doors open at 11:00 AM and play begins at 1:00 PM, wrapping up around 4:00 PM. Minimum buy-in packs are $6 each, with additional packs and special games available for purchase. Cash prizes are based on the amount collected. Snack […]
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You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake – A fun and spirited Holiday History Program
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThis holiday season, join us for our unique and entertaining holiday/history program, You’ll Never Escape the Fruitcake—a jolly romp through the tangled tinsel of Christmas traditions! From the noble origins of Christmas trees to the mysterious persistence of fruitcake (which scientists now believe may be immortal), local authors and historians David & Gayle Woodruff unwrap […]
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Carson City Senior Center JEWELRY SALE – Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesA fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, Carson City. Shop through a large selection ofearrings, necklaces, belt buckles, pocket watches, holiday jewelry, pins, and more.A special "Rhinestone Roundup" included during this sale only. At the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the lobby.Thursday, Nov. 6th and Friday, Nov. 7th, from 9am-2pm.
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Horizons Broadened…Hope Regained | Carson City Senior Center Chautauqua Presentation
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesA free 55-minute history slide show. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was a work relief program that gave millions of young men employment on environmental projects during the Great Depression. […]
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healthy Steps for Older Adults: Free Workshop
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe workshop includes:• Fall risk screening tests• Exercises to improve strength and balance and stay active• Education on how to prevent falls, including environmental safety, nutrition, medications, home safety and […]
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A Talk with Heather Segale: Education and Outreach Director, Tahoe Environmental Research Center
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesHeather 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). Segale manages the […]
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Obscure History of the Eastern Sierra – Part Two
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesOctober 14 at the Carson city Senior Center; “Obscure History of the Eastern Sierra Part Two. In part two of this series, local historians David & Gayle Woodruff continue a reflective […]
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A History Program: Fountains of Life
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe idea of National Parks is as original to the United States as the Constitution itself. And as this great national experiment of conserving and protecting these iconic landscapes evolved, so did the manner in which they were managed. From martial law to jet age design, the many concepts and policies put in place over […]
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FREE- Estate Planning Workshop
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesLearn all about estate planning - who, what, why, and how! Brought to you by attorney, Caren Jenkins, who will cover all topics related to estate planning of the course of a four-week series, Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Joshua Tree room (east end) at the Carson City Senior […]
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A History Presentation – “Tales From Our National Parks”
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe history of our treasured National Parks involves the efforts and commitments of a few very devoted and impassioned individuals. Many of our Parks were created thanks to the resolute […]
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A History Slide Show – “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People”
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe concept of a "national park" is an American innovation that, in part, grew out of the conservation movement that began in the nineteenth century. With increased awareness of and sensitivity toward nature came the desire to preserve some of the most spectacular landscapes and significant historical and cultural sites for the enjoyment of future […]
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Carson City Symphony’s “Strings in the Summer” Program to Begin July 10th
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesCarson City Symphony Association’s “Strings in the Summer 2025” is a weekly program for string-instrument players of all ages and levels. Sessions for two experience levels meet on four Thursdays - July 10, 17, 24, and 31 - at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. Registration and tuition for both groups are free, donations […]
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A Conversation with Wild Nevada’s Chris Orr
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesChris Orr is PBS Reno’s Senior Producer and host of the travel-adventure series Wild Nevada which has been broadcast for more than 20 years. The award-earning Wild Nevada series features […]
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A. Chautauqua presentation of Death Valley Scotty
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesTuesday July 8 at 1:30PM at the Carson City Senior Center- A Chautauqua performance of Death Valley Scotty and his benefactor Bessie Johnson. No one is more closely tied to the mysterious lore of Death Valley than Walter Scott. His tales of fabulous gold mines, dangerous desperados and opulent desert castles placed him and Death Valley […]
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Sierra Basin- David Troxel Dementia Care with Heart Event | Carson Senior Center
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesSierra Basin Memory Care is thrilled to partner with David Troxel an internationally known dementia Care expert and author of The Dignified Life "The Best Friends" approach to dementia care for an engaging presentation at the Carson City Senior Center. During this special event David will share insights on how to create meaningful connections, reduce care […]
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Free History Program at the Carson City Senior Center
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesIn October of 1937, Catholic Priest Father John Crowley, carried out one of the grandest events to have taken place in the Eastern Sierra, in a magnificent three-day pageant. Over 50,000 people watched in amazement as a special gourd of water was moved from the highest lake in the United States, to the lowest spot […]
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Tenacious Women of the Eastern Sierra – A History Slide Show
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesThe Eastern Sierra Nevada has attracted brave mountaineers, adventurous ramblers and inspired thinkers from time immemorial. But its not just men that have found their “best selves” in the shadow of these mighty peaks. From brave Native Americans who often led their people through great challenges, to one of America’s greatest wordsmiths, the Eastern Sierra […]
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Jewelry Sale at Carson City Senior Center to benefit Meals on Wheels
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesAll things that glitter will take over the lobby as the bi-annual jewelry sale and fundraiser for Meals on Wheels is on Thursday, May 1 and Friday, May 2 from 9-2pm in the lobby at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City. This two-day sale features gently used necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins, and more! All priced […]
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A Chautauqua Presentation – Norman Clyde…the Pack That Walked Like a Man
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesApril 8 at the Carson City Senior Center at 1:30PM. Freelance writer, nature photographer, self-trained naturalist and extraordinary mountaineer, Norman Clyde attained over 130 first ascents of some the Sierra Nevada’s (and […]
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Jewelry Making 101: Wire Wrap Workshop
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesLearn how to make jewelry with instructor, Irene Comstock. This workshop is on Thursday, March 13 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm in the Job’s Peak Room (east end) of the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive. RSVP is necessary as the class size is limited. There is a $15 class fee and all supplies and tools […]
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Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit – A History Slideshow
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesUsing rare and seldom seen photographs, local historians and authors David & Gayle Woodruff recount the interesting and often amusing tales that have helped shape one of America’s most favorite and well used mountain traffic corridors. From the brave men and women who toiled round the clock for three days to rescue 226 passengers and […]
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Obscure History of the Eastern Sierra – Part 1
Carson City Senior Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, United StatesJanuary 14 at 1:30PM, at the Carson City Senior Center...Obscure History of the Eastern Sierra Part I. The Eastern Sierra’s history is deep, rich and varied. The “premier” subjects are well known and have been extensively covered in numerous books, documentaries, and films. But there are several unique and lesser-known tales from our region that […]