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City Of Las Vegas February 2010 Top Senior Special Events
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Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Seminars At City Centers
The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; outings; sports; and special events Monday through Friday to residents age 50 and better. A listing of classes and activities is published quarterly in the Las Vegas Active Adult, available in the centers and online at www.lasvegasparksandrec.com. All activities are subject to change. Most activities require $2 annual membership to city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs. Centers will be closed Feb. 15.
The Heat Is On (ages 50+)
Monday, Feb. 1, 1 to 3 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $1
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Ballroom, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Meet new people and make new friends at this fun event. Call 229-1515 to register.
Intermediate Computer Classes (ages 50+)
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., starting Feb. 2. Advance registration required.
Fee: $25 for six weeks instruction and materials. $2 deposit must be paid with pre-registration.
Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., 229-6601.
Do you know the basics of using a computer but want to learn more about the Internet and e-mail? This class is the next step to broaden your computer knowledge. Current city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs membership required.
Lieburn Breakfast (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Feb. 3, 9 a.m. Advance registration required by Feb. 1.
Fee: $2
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 229-1600.
Enjoy Valentine’s Day pancakes, bacon, juice and coffee.
Free Wellness Seminar – What Is A Carb? Blood Glucose And Your Diet (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m.
Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W Washington Ave., 229-6601
Learn a variety of topics from health professionals and enjoy a light, healthy breakfast. Current city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs membership required.
Goodtime Fish Fry (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m.
Fee: $7
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Enjoy a catfish fry with cole slaw, spaghetti, hush puppies, and a drink.
Casanova’s Sweet Cuisine Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with style! Registration begins on Jan. 4.
National Pancake Day Celebration (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please register in advance.
Fee: $1.50 per stack or $3 for full meal
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Enjoy delicious pancakes at this national day celebration. Due to this festivity, there will be no Hamburger Tuesday on Feb. 16.
American Blood Center - Blood Drive (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., by appointment.
Free
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
United Blood Service is partnering with the Doolittle Senior and Community Centers for a community blood drive. Give the gift of life and receive refreshments. Please call 229-6125 to schedule an appointment.
Chocolate Festival (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 1 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $4 per person
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Ballroom, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Sample a variety of chocolates including candies, cakes and pastries. Call 229-1515 to register.
Cultural Cuisine - Korean Meat Jun (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 18, noon. Advance registration required Feb. 1-12.
Fee: $3
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, 229-1702.
Sample authentic Korean food. Current city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs membership required.
Bunco & Dinner (ages 50+)
Monday, Feb. 22, 4 p.m. Advance registration required Feb. 1-12.
Fee: $5
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, 229-1702.
Play bunco with friends, then enjoy a light meal. Current city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs membership required.
Free Ask a Lawyer – General Legal Self-Help Seminar
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Join an elder law attorney from the Senior Citizens Law Project for a free general legal seminar on issues relevant to seniors. Space is limited; call 229-6596 for more information or to reserve a seat. Individual appointments are not available at the seminar.
Chinese New Year Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, Feb. 26, 11 a.m. Advance registration required by Feb. 24.
Fee: $4
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 229-1600.
Enjoy Chinese cuisine, egg rolls, rice and dessert.