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SENIOR GUIDE

Directory expands reach throughout state

The newly named Nevada Senior Guide, a comprehensive resource directory for seniors, recently expanded to include northern and rural Nevada.

The free guide to homes, health services and leisure activities is available in Reno, Carson City, Sparks and Gardnerville.

The Nevada Senior Guide contains the Senior Services Directory that lists more than 400 government and non-profit agencies that offer services to seniors in Nevada.

Marguerite Mathis, president and publisher of the Nevada Senior Guide, calls the directory the heartbeat of the publication.

"Seniors are such a unique group because they have so many needs that aren't met as easily as those of the younger generations," Mathis said. "They are the largest percentage of our country's population and are always looking for resources and good deals, no matter what their income level. The directory is also useful to baby boomers who can use it to find resources for their aging parents."

The Nevada Senior Directory is available at Albertson's, Borders bookstores and Longs Drugs stores in Southern Nevada, Rite Aid and CVS pharmacies in Northern Nevada, and all libraries and hospitals throughout the state.

The Nevada Senior Guide is a quarterly publication, with the next issue due out today.

For more information, visit www.nvseniorguide.com or call 269-9290.

CLASSES

Digital camera class begins today

Bring your manual and camera to learn basic operation, tips and how to share photos with family and friends to this most-requested class that starts today at 10 a.m. at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road.

You will learn how to make filters for special effects and how to tell a story with your camera. The six-week course includes a field trip on Aug. 29. Admission is $5. To register, call 229-6454.

Create art inspired by legendary masters

The Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, is offering art classes on Thursdays through Aug. 16 for those 50 and over.

The class, which is taught by a UNLV fine arts student, will teach you to create your own art each week as you learn about a famous artist.

The fee is $3, plus the cost of materials. A small supply list will be available upon registration. Call 229-6454.

Earn CPR and first-aid certification

Learn how to save lives and receive a two-year certification accepted by the Clark Country School District at this class offered at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road.

Sessions will take place every Thursday throughout August from 5 to 8 p.m. and every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The class costs $25 and advanced registration is required. Call 229-6454 for details.

Learn how to garden for autumn

The Howard Lieburn Senior Center will host a free workshop Aug. 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. on how to garden for fall.

The class will be taught by a University of Nevada, Reno, master gardener and cover such topics as soil preparation, and tips for growing fall vegetables and plants.

The Howard Lieburn Senior Center is located at 6230 Garwood Ave. Call 229-1600.

SOCIAL

Hot summer days sock hop scheduled

Step back into the 1950s for a dance that is sure to knock your bobby socks off.

Enjoy dancing contests, ice cream sodas, poodle skirts, saddle shoes and pony tails as you listen to the sounds of Bobby Darin, Pat Boone, Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra.

The hop gets under way today from 2 to 4 p.m. at the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Admission is $2 per person. Call 229-1515.

Hawaiian luau promises plenty of fun

Rather than spending a fortune on a vacation to Hawaii, spend $5 on a summer luau sponsored by the East Las Vegas Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Enjoy a delicious feast and fantastic entertainment while you hula dance. Don't forget to wear your lei. The luau will take place Aug. 15 at 11:30 a.m. Preregistration is required. Call 229-1515.

1800s dice game makes a comeback

Come play a free game of Bunco, an old-fashioned parlor game that became popular after the American Civil War, Aug. 21 at 10 a.m. at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 East Bonanza Road, 229-6454.

RECREATION

Echo Cliffs hike set for Aug. 17

Join a group of adventurous seniors as they hike to Echo Cliffs at Kyle Canyon. Transportation will depart from the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 229-1515; Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 229-1600; and Northwest Senior Center, 6841 W. Lone Mountain Road, 229-4794 at 8:30 a.m.

Bring a sack lunch, water, a camera and plenty of sunscreen.

Wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the rocky terrain.

The cost of the trip is $2, which covers transportation. Make sure to preregister early as space is limited.

COUNSELING

Get free legal and Medicare advice

The Senior Law Project Outreach will offer free legal advice at the East Las Vegas Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. on Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. Call 229-6596 for an appointment.

At the same time, trained counselors from the Medicare State Heath Insurance Assistance Program will offer assistance with Medicare and Part D questions. Call 229-6454 for an appointment.