City Of Las Vegas February Senior Special Events
Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities 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; sports; and special events Monday through Friday to residents age 50 and better. Many of these activities contribute to wellness and a healthy lifestyle. A listing of classes and activities is published in the Beyond the Neon Leisure Guide, available in the centers and online at www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. All activities are subject to change. Most activities require $2 annual membership to city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs, available at all senior and active adult centers. Centers will be closed Feb. 18 for holiday observance.
Grief and Loss Support Group (ages 50+)
Second and fourth Tuesday each month, 9 to 10 a.m. Advance registration is not required.
Free with a current annual $2 senior membership.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Dealing with the loss of a loved one, including our four-legged family members, is difficult to handle alone. Join this group of people that understand and can relate to you. Call 229-1702 for more information.
Scrapbooking and Card Making (ages 50+)
Third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free with a current annual $2 senior membership.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Bring a project you’re currently working on and share/receive crafting ideas. Call 229-1702 for more information.
AARP Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 50+)
Mondays and Thursdays, Feb. 4-April 11. Call for an appointment beginning Jan. 7.
Free with appointment only.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Income restrictions apply. Call 229-1702 for information and appointments.
Chinese New Year Brunch (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. Registration open Jan. 2-Feb. 1. Advance registration required.
Cost: $3.
East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) 229-1515.
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at our Chinese New Year brunch. Call 229-1515 for information and registration.
Midday Inspirational Showcase and Luncheon (all ages)
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m. RSVP by Feb. 5 for luncheon.
Showcase is free; $7 for luncheon.
West Las Vegas Library Theatre, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., (702) 507-3989.
The annual showcase features singers, dancers and a special guest speaker, immediately followed by a soul food lunch. Call the Doolittle Senior Center at (702) 229-6125 for information and reservation.
Casanova’s Sweet Cuisine Luncheon (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 14, 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $5.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Celebrate Valentine’s day with friends, a fabulous luncheon and a deliciously decadent dessert! Must have a current city of Las Vegas Senior Programs membership to register.
Valentine’s Day Social (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 14, 1 p.m.
Cost: $1.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Dress in red and pink to enjoy this Valentine’s Day social. Make your reservation by Feb. 11.
Carnival Day Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 11:30 a.m. Advance registration open Jan. 2-Feb. 15.
Cost: $5.
East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) 229-1515.
What’s more fun than a carnival? Try your skill at carnival games and enjoy traditional carnival treats! Advance registration required. Call 229-1515 for registration and information.
AARP Safe Driving Course (ages 50+)
Thursday, Feb. 21, 11 a.m. Advance registration required.
Cost: $12 for AARP member; $14 for non-member.
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
You will receive a certificate after completing this four-hour safety course. Bring lunch or snack and drinks.
Free Senior Center Art Show
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Many of the center’s art courses produce fabulous pieces of art. Enjoy this display by senior art students! If you are student in a class at the Las Vegas Senior Center and wish to display your work, please contact Henry for information.
Caring for Your Fruit Trees Free Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 1:30 p.m. Advance registration required by Jan. 22.
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Join the Master Gardner for a lecture on how to take care of your fruit trees. Don’t forget to bring your questions!
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Media Contact:
Margaret Kurtz
Public Information Officer
City of Las Vegas
495 S. Main St., 7th Floor
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 229-6993
Cell (702) 249-1828
E-mail: mkurtz@lasvegasnevada.gov