Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Free 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 Nov. 11, 26 and 27.
Free General Legal Seminar (ages 60+)
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Hear an elder law attorney from the Senior Citizens Law Project speak on legal issues relevant to seniors. Space is limited; call 229-6596 for more information or to reserve a seat. Individual appointments are not available.
Veteran's Day Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, Nov. 6, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $4
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Bingo Bash (ages 50+)
Monday, Nov. 9, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $5
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Enjoy a hearty beef stew after playing bingo!
Doolittle Senior Center Talent Showcase (ages 50+)
Friday, Nov. 13, noon. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $2 per person
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Sweet November Auction (ages 50+)
Monday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m.
Free admission.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Bring in your baked good for a "sweet" auction.
Fall Centerpiece Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $1, plus supplies. Call for supply list in advance.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Thanksgiving Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Nov. 18, noon. Advance purchase is required.
Fee: $6
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
This traditional feast includes turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, cranberries, beans, yams, pumpkin pie, hot cider, coffee and plenty of good company.
Free Health Fair (ages 50+)
Thursday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
More than 20 vendors will supply free information and services.
Pilgrim’s Potluck (ages 50+)
Friday, Nov. 20, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $4 or a dish to share
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Fall Birthday Bash (ages 50+)
Friday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Is your birthday in October, November or December? You can attend for free! All others $1.
Thanksgiving Luncheon (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Nov. 24, noon. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $5
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving luncheon with all the trimmings.
Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament (ages 50+)
Monday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $3
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Play no-limit Texas Hold ‘Em in our semi-annual tournament. Light lunch included.
Free Holiday Potluck and Tree Trimming (ages 50+)
Monday, Nov. 30, noon.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Bring a food dish to share with friends and a tree ornament. Advance registration is required.
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City Of Las Vegas December 2009 Top 13 Senior Special Events
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 Dec. 25.
Free Blood Pressure Checks (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 9 to 11 a.m.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Free General Legal Seminar (ages 60+)
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Hear an elder law attorney from the Senior Citizens Law Project speak on legal issues relevant to seniors. Space is limited; call 229-6596 for more information or to reserve a seat. Individual appointments are not available.
All-You-Can-Eat Pinto Beans and Cornbread Potluck (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $1 if you bring cornbread, $3 if you don't bring cornbread.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Bunco Bonanza – White Reindeer Games (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $3, includes light lunch.
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Enjoy this parlor game with a holiday touch. Bring two small, wrapped, white elephant gifts for a gift exchange.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 50+)
Thursday, Dec. 3, 9:30 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $3
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Enjoy breakfast with Saint Nick.
20th Annual Holiday Handicraft Sale (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Free admission for buyers; $10 or $15 per table for vendors
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Purchase handcrafted items that may include ceramics, artwork, jewelry, quilts and more!
Crafters age 50+ may call 229-6454 to make advance arrangements by Nov. 21 to be vendors.
Holiday Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 11:30 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Enjoy entertainment, karaoke and a kick-off to the holiday season with this annual luncheon.
Holiday Season Celebration Lunch (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Dec. 9, Noon. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $6
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Celebrate the holiday season with pork roast with apples, potatoes, cranberry chutney, spiced cider, a delicious dessert and plenty of good company.
Holiday Cheer Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, Dec. 11, 11 a.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $4
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Cookie Exchange (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 12:30 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $1
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Bring three dozen cookies and get three dozen cookies for holiday treats.
Free Holiday Cookie Exchange (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 1 to 3 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Bring two dozen cookies homemade cookies and the recipe to swap for a variety of cookies.
December Breakfast (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Dec. 23, 9:30 a.m.
Fee: $5
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Sausage casserole with coffee and juice. Advance registration is required.
AARP Driving Course (ages 50+)
Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 29-30, 3 to 7 p.m. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $12 for AARP members, $14 non-members
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
