Monthly Program Descriptions
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This group reads a different book each month across a wide range of genres. They come together to discuss the book every third Tuesday in the Conference Room of Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. All LARSO members are eligible to join.
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The Friends of the Senior Centers (FOSC) Board of Directors manages all funds and approves all expenditures made to the Los Alamos and White Rock Senior Activity Centers. Board meetings are held every third Thursday and are open to the public. The meeting location alternates between Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center and White Rock Senior Activity Centers.
For more information email members@lafosc.org or call 505-672-8402.
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The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) Board of Directors meets every third Thursday of the month. Meetings alternate between the Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers. The public is welcome to attend these meetings to learn more about the Senior Activity Centers’ leadership and key initiatives of the Board.
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Maybe you have a question about your laptop, tablet, or phone, or maybe you just want to chat about tech. All levels of computer users are welcome to join this discussion group! They meet every second Monday in the Conference Room at Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. Open to all LARSO members.
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We screen a movie every First Friday in Day Out’s cozy TV Lounge. All LARSO members are welcome. Popcorn is included!
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This group meets on the first Thursday to share stories of life on the hill. The stories told here span over seven decades. This program is hosted by Jack Clifford, a true Los Alamos and White Rock history buff. This program is open to everyone who enjoys local history.
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Come play games and make some new friends. We have lots of Low Vision friendly games to choose from: Chess, Dominoes, Connect Four, Scrabble, and Large Print Crosswords! This group meets every fourth Monday at the Game Tables of Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.
Who are Low Vision Games for?
Low Vision Games are for lots of people! Low vision refers to anyone who has impaired vision that cannot be corrected by glasses, surgery, or medication. The most common cause of low vision is macular degeneration, but it also includes vision loss because of glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetes. -
Looking for a way to make your birthday month special? Join your friends at the Senior Activity Center for a Lunchtime Birthday Celebration! Every last Friday of the month we sing Happy Birthday to those celebrating another trip around the sun. Be sure to sign up for lunch by 9:00am that day!
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Join us for a during or after lunch talk each month on a variety of topics like health, nutrition, legal topics, history, or travel. Lunch and Learns alternate between the Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers.
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Enjoy music while you dine! A variety of local musicians perform at the Senior Activity Centers.
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Join Martin Cooper every first Tuesday for a special presentation on his travels. See beautiful photos taken by Martin and hear his stories! Plus, our chefs prepare a themed lunch for the day. Be sure to sign up for lunch by 9:00am that day!
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Do something fun and creative! Every third Monday Susanne Egan of Los Alamos Canvas Events offers a social paint workshop at the Game Tables of Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center.
Open to the public! The cost is $30 for LARSO members and $35 for non-members. Call 505-662-8920 to sign up.
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Do something fun and creative! Every second Monday Susanne Egan of Los Alamos Canvas Events offers a social watercolor workshop in the Studio Classroom of White Rock Senior Activity Center.
Open to the public! The cost is $30 for LARSO members and $35 for non-members. Call 505-672-2034 to sign up.
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The Smart Driver course from AARP teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Plus, with a Smart Driver certificate, you may be eligible for an insurance discount (please check with your insurance company before signing up).
Open to anyone age 50+. The cost is $20 for AARP members, $25 for nonmembers (please bring cash or check).
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Socrates Café is a discussion group with topics proposed by, and selected by vote of, the participants. It involves civil discussion of current social, economic, cultural, legal, and other issues of interest, under the guidance of a moderator.
Please join us for cookies, coffee and stimulating conversation.
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Every month we have a mobile toenail care specialist visit Senior Activity Centers. Tina has been offering her services to the older adults of Los Alamos County for nearly ten years.
This service is open to the public. The cost is $25. Tina comes to White Rock every third Wednesday from 11:00am-1:00pm, and Betty Ehart every third Friday from 11:00am-3:00pm.
There are lots of reasons to schedule a toenail trim: maybe yourself or a loved one is experiencing aches & pains, an injury, or low vision that makes toenail care difficult. Many of Tina’s clients also enjoy the simple convenience!
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Every month, a Personal Trainer from The Family YMCA joins us in the weight room to demonstrate how to use the equipment. If you've been curious about the exercise room but aren't sure where to start, this program is for you! No sign-up needed, just show up.