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.
AARP Free Tax Form Preparation
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, through April 12, by appointment only.
Las VegasSeniorCenter, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Low-income residents can get free assistance in preparing their personal income tax forms. Some restrictions apply; call 229-6454 for details and appointment.
AARP Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 50+)
Mondays and Thursdays, through April 11 by appointment only.
Free with appointment only.
CentennialHillsActiveAdultCenter, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Income restrictions apply. Call 229-1702 for information and appointments.
AARP Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 50+)
Tuesday afternoons, through April 9.
Free with appointment only.
LieburnSeniorCenter, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Income restrictions apply. Call 229-1600 for information and appointments.
AARP Free Tax Form Preparation (ages 50+)
Tuesdays, through April 9, by appointment only.
EastLas VegasCommunity Center, 250 N. Eastern, (702) 229-1515
Income restrictions apply. Call 229-1515 for information and to make an appointment.
VITA Free Tax Form Preparation
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., through April 11, by appointment only.
Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is an Internal Revenue Service program designed to help low- and moderate-income taxpayers complete their annual tax returns at no cost. All ages with income under $49,000 are welcome. Call 229-6125 for appointments.
Senior Idol Auditions (ages 50+)
Application packets available April 1-26.
Auditions May 8-9, by appointment only.
Las VegasSeniorCenter, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Residents interested in performing during the annual Senior Idol Talent Show are invited to complete an audition application packet. Singers, dancers, comedians, magicians, and musicians, both individuals and groups, are encouraged to apply. All performers must be at least 50 years old. Application packets will be available April 1 at the Las VegasSeniorCenter, and are due no later than April 26. Auditions will be selected from completed applications; applicants will be given an appointment May 8 or 9 at the Las VegasSeniorCenter. The show will be performed Thursday, June 13. Tickets go on sale May 1. Call 229-6454 for information and application packets!
Centennial Hills Active Adult Book Club (ages 50+)
First Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m.; April 3.
Cost: Free with a current annual $2 senior programs membership.
CentennialHillsActiveAdultCenter, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Come prepared to discuss this month’s book.
April’s book: “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein.
May’s book: “Defending Jacob” by William Landay.
Hop into Spring Brunch (ages 50+)
Thursday, April 4, 10 a.m. Advance registration is required by March 29.
Cost: $3.
EastLas VegasCommunity Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) 229-1515.
Start this spring off right with a sp-egg-tacular breakfast! Hop on over April 4! Registration opens March 1.
Scrapbooking and Card Making (ages 50+)
Monday, April 8, 1 to 4 p.m. (second Monday of each month)
Free with a current annual $2 senior programs membership.
CentennialHillsActiveAdultCenter, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
Bring a project you’re currently working on and share/receive crafting ideas. Registration opens March 18. Call 229-1702 for more information.
Root Beer Float Day (ages 50+)
Tuesday, April 9, 10 a.m. Register by April 2. Space is limited.
Cost: $1.
DoolittleSeniorCenter, 1930 N. J St., (702) 229-6125.
Have a tasty root beer float while enjoying good conversation.
International Guitar Month Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, April 17, 11:30 a.m. Advance registration is required by April 12.
Cost: $5.
EastLas VegasCommunity Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) 229-1515.
Enjoy lovely guitar music while you dine during the International Guitar Month Luncheon. Registration opens March 1.
Picnic at the Garden (ages 50+)
Wednesday, April 17, noon. Register at DoolittleSeniorCenter by April 10. Space is limited.
Cost: $3.
DoolittleCommunityGarden, 1200 block of Blankenship Ave., (702) 229-6125.
Enjoy grilled burgers and hot dogs, feast on delightful side dishes and desserts, enjoy the scenery and catch up on all the fruits and vegetables grown in our community garden.
AARP Defensive Driving (ages 50+)
Thursday, April 18, 11 a.m.
Cost: $12 AARP member/$14 non-members AARP; plus $2 senior programs membership.
LieburnSeniorCenter, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Bring snacks and drinks to enjoy while you take this defensive driving course to improve your skills!
Red Hat Rally (ages 50+)
Thursday, April 25, 11:30 a.m. Register by April 19. Registration opens March 1.
Cost: $10, plus current senior programs membership.
Las VegasSeniorCenter, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Calling all Red Hatters! Join the city of Las Vegas and the Purple Passions Red Hat group from the Las VegasSeniorCenter for a luncheon and entertainment to celebrate you. Door prizes will be awarded. Space is limited, so register early!
Seniors Helping Seniors (ages 50+)
Monday, April 29, 1:30 p.m. Register by April 25.
Free admission.
LieburnSeniorCenter, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Learn about energy-saving programs coordinated by Southwest Gas.