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Senior Connect - August Updates

View as Webpage August 1, 2024 Reno Connect | Senior Connect Connecting Citizens to our Community   August 2024 Updates   Senior Tech Connect Classes The City of Reno is thrilled to announce the award of $11,900 through the AARP Community Challenge. This funding will allow for additional technology classes in English and Spanish. The AARP Community Challenge is a grant program to make tangible improvements in communities that jump-start long-term change. It is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods and rural areas to become great places to live for people of all ages. To learn more, visit aarp.org/Livable. Are you interested in learning how to use your smartphone whether you have a iPhone or Android? We will be offering free technology classes sponsored by AARP to teach older adults basic and advance skills on how to use your smartphone in English and Spanish at various locations. Classes are two part series, attendance is required for both. There will be a variety of classes available at various locations. Choose the location that suits you best. August 15-16 from 9am-10:30am at Evelyn Mount Northeast Center. (1301 Valley Road) Kindly fill out this form. September 5-6 from 9am-10:30am at Evelyn Mount Northeast Center (1301 Valley Road). Kindly fill out this form. September 25-26 from 5pm-6:30pm at Neil Road Recreation Center (3925 Neil Road). This class will be taught in Spanish. Kindly fill out this form. October 10-11 from 9am-10:30am at Evelyn Mount Northeast Center (1301 Valley Road). This class will be taught in Spanish. Kindly fill out this form. October 23-24 from 9am-10:30am at Evelyn Mount Northeast Center (1301 Valley Road) Kindly fill out this form. November 7-8 from 9am-10:30am at McKinley Arts and Culture Center (925 Riverside Drive).This class will be taught in Spanish. Kindly fill out this form. November 21-22 from 9am-10:30am at Neil Road Recreation Center (3925 Neil Road). This class will be taught in Spanish. Kindly fill out this form. December 4-5 from 9am-10:30am at Neil Road Recreation Center (3925 Neil Road). Kindly fill out this form. December 12-13 from 9am-10:30am at Neil Road Recreation Center (3925 Neil Road). Kindly fill out this form. Questions? Contact seniors@reno.gov or call 775-351-4771. Poetry Workshop Free poetry workshops sponsored by the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee, for seniors to unleash their creativity, discuss poetry and share your thoughts with each other! Date: Monday, August 12 from 1pm-2pm. Location: Washoe County Senior Center, Conference Room (1155 Ninth Street) City of Reno Senior Citizen Advisory Committee (SCAC) Meeting Join fellow neighbors and friends at the next SCAC meeting. Public information can be found at the City of Reno website. Date: Tuesday, August 13, at 2pm. Location: McKinley Arts and Culture Center, Board Room.(925 Riverside Drive) Free Line Dance Classes Join us for free line dance classes for seniors! Whether you are a beginner or experienced, come and have some fun while learning new moves, meeting new friends, and staying active. Date: Every Monday from 1:30pm-3:00pm Location: Embrace Dance Studio - 4385 Neil Road #118, Reno, NV 89502 Note: Monday, August 5, the line dance class will be held at Evelyn Mount Northeast Center in the Eureka Room! National Senior Citizens Day Join us for a special celebration in honor of National Senior Citizens Day. Enjoy free ice cream from Super Swirl and a resource fair with a variety of senior services! Date: Wednesday, August 21st, 2024 from 11am-1pm Location: Neil Road Recreation Center - 3925 Neil Road. For more information regarding senior events and activities, please contact 775-351-4771 or email seniors@reno.gov. Additional Community Events Reno Food Systems Events Below are free workshops by Reno Food Systems! Make Your Own Salad Dressing Workshop Date: Wednesday, August 7 from 11am to 12pm Location: Volunteers of America, Lobby. Open to the public but parking is limited. Please RSVP to jolene@renofoodsystems.org. Community Garden Volunteer Opportunities Date: Every Tuesday from 7am to 12pm Location: Paradise Park Community Garden at 2745 Elementary Drive. Date: Every Wednesday from 7am to 8am Location: Reno Food Systems Community Garden at 3295 Mayberry Drive. Senior Friendly Community Garden Gathering Harvest produce for low-income seniors and sample farm fresh food! Date: Sunday, August 11 from 8am to 10am Location: Reno Food Systems Farm, 3295 Mayberry Drive. Farmers Market Senior Friendly Shop Use your senior farmers market coupons and select produce as well as a free microgreens workshop. Date: Tuesday, August 27 from 8am-10am Location: Sparks Farmers Market, 1231 Pyramid Way. Please RSVP to jolene@renofoodsystems.org. Dementia Friendly Washoe County Community Group Meeting Help support your community in becoming more respectful, supportive, and inclusive with people living with dementia and their care partners. Date: Thursday, August 1 from 1pm-2:30pm. Location: Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center - 1301 Valley Road.  AARP Community Events AARP is here to help you take on today and every day. From sharing practical resources, to holding fun virtual activities and events, AARP is providing opportunities to connect and help build an even stronger Nevada. Browse the free events and choose any you would like to attend. You do not have to be an AARP member to attend the events! Visit https://local.aarp.org/reno-nv/aarp-events/ for more information or call 866-389-5652. Check out the local events below! Walk with AARP Volunteers Meet some new friends and get some easy exercise! Date: Every Wednesday at 8am Location: Paradise Park 2745 Elementary Drive. Swinging Saturdays Come alone or with friends and enjoy free 1920s style Jitterbug "street swing" dance lessons! Date: Every 4th Saturday at 1pm Location: Ballroom of Reno School of Dance - 2540 Sutro Street. Strike Out Fraud Bowling Night Free bowling and learn how to prevent scams! Date: Wednesday, September 18. Doors open at 5:30. Bowling from 6pm-8pm Location: Coconut Bowl at Wild Island - 250 Wild Island Court. United Cerebral Palsy's Concert in the Parking Lot Enjoy free music and fun activities! Date: Saturday, October 5 from 11am-3pm Location: 2350 Oddie Blvd. Important Links Visit Reno.Gov/Seniors Upcoming Events Sign Up for Senior Newsletters Jobs Stay Connected     Reno.Gov | 775-334-INFO (4636) | RenoDirect@Reno.Gov City of Reno | 1 E. First Street | Reno, NV 89501 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice