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Conversation Café

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Conversation Café is a drop-in forum hosted by the Senior Programs staff. Interact with people, share diverse views and a passion for engaging with others over interesting topics, local issues, and world news items. Candid discussions about selected topics elicit frank comments, and the dissemination of information, often with humorous anecdotes and interjections. Do you have a Conversation Café topic idea? Contact IVGID Senior Programs at 775. 832.1310 or email ideas to jennifer_moore@ivgid.org. Location: Aspen Grove, 960 Lakeshore Blvd. Dates: Thursdays, except holidays, 10am - 11:15am Fee: Free. Donations accepted for coffee and snacks.

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Senior Transportation

The Senior Transportation Program services include regular transportation opportunities for shopping, errands, outings, and medical or personal appointments. This door-to-door, reliable, affordable service provides local seniors a way to get around, run errands, make appointments, and take care of business. Reservations are required. Please call the Senior Transportation Hotline at 775.886.1020 and leave the requested information for local errands at least 24 hours in advance for the Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday services. The fee for regular Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday weekly transportation is $5. “On Demand” transportation is available for other individual needs. $35 per person includes a same-day round trip for errands, appointments, personal services, etc. (additional fees apply after 3 hours). Airport transportation services (drop-off or pick up), are $45 per person. Book “On Demand” transportation services at least 72 business hours in advance at 775.886.1020.

Transportation services may be subject to alteration or cancellation in extreme weather and are subject to driver and vehicle availability. Requested destinations are limited to Washoe County and adjacent communities (i.e. Carson City, Stateline, Truckee, and Kings Beach).

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SENIOR PROGRAMS

Incline Village/Crystal Bay Veterans Club

Veterans, supporters and community members are always welcome to join the club and the monthly lunchtime meetings! General Membership meetings are held the last Thursday of the month, January through October, from 12 - 2pm at the Chateau, 955 Fairway Blvd, in Incline Village. Join this dynamic group and be involved with special events and unique opportunities to honor and support local veterans, military service agencies, and special veteran support operations in the community, state, country and world. Lunches are free for dues paying members - $30 Annual Membership – and $7 for non-members and guests.

Incliners

As the largest social group in Incline Village, The Incliners is an IVGID senior program which provides social, recreational, and educational opportunities for seniors 49+. The group usually meets at the Chateau or Aspen Grove from 5:30—9:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month for a catered dinner followed by music and dancing. A no host bar is available beginning at 5:30 pm. Periodically, the group meets on the first Tuesday of the month for member appreciation nights which may include bingo, trivia, or guest speakers. During the winter ski season, we gather at noon on Wednesdays at Diamond Peak for an Après Ski lunch event.

For Incliners’ membership information, email us at incliners@hotmail.com or visit our website at www.incliners.org. Membership is $25 per person, per year. Catered dinner and dancing is $30 per person for members and $40 for nonmembers and guests. Dues and dinner reservations may be paid online at www. incliners.org.

55+ Ski Clinics At Diamond Peak

Don’t miss this great opportunity to hone your skills, master safe skiing, and meet fellow skiers at Diamond Peak. Instructors provide intermediate (Lakeview), and advanced (Crystal) level instruction in these weekly ski clinics. Instruction is designed to help skiers improve, adjust, or modify techniques plus encourage skills and habits that support lifelong skiing. Re-entry skiers are welcome! Learn about the latest equipment and skiing technology. Skiers must have a Diamond Peak day pass or season pass. Bring your own equipment - rental equipment is available for a fee. Dates: Wednesdays, January 18 - April 5 (No clinic: February 22) Time: 9:30am - 12pm Fees: 10 weeks- $250, $200 w/IVGID Pass; 5 weeks- $150, $125 w/IVGID Pass. YOU choose the weeks you want to attend!

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Cross Country Ski Excursions

Learn to love a new way to ski! Join others in cross country ski instruction and weekly outings. Discover local groomed trails and enjoy the exercise and beautiful snowy landscape. All adults beginner – intermediate levels welcome! When: February 6 - March 27, Mondays, 10am – 1pm Fees: $20, $15 w/IVGID pass

“Popular” Line Dancing

The latest popular line dancing style is a great way to get some exercise, step to a wide variety of music, and have a great time! No partners needed, no experience required. Instructor will incorporate pop, rock, oldies, and western music selections to accompany dance steps. Class is held in the group fitness room in the Recreation Center. Register at the Recreation Counter by calling in, walking in, or online.

Tai Chi for Health

Improve joint health, gain balance and coordination, learn about Chi, and enjoy friends!

Try this program as a special introduction to Tai Chi for free! Meet at Aspen Grove (960 Lakeshore Drive, Incline Village) each Thursday at 11:30am following Conversation Cafe. Join Instructor Pegi Feyge and learn about this personal well-being option. For more information, email Pegi at pegifeyge@gmail.com with your questions or concerns.

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Dashing Through the Snow 55+ Snowshoe Hikes & Lunch

Trekkers of all abilities are welcome to join us for weekly light to moderate level snowshoe hikes at various locations throughout the beautiful North Tahoe area. Following hikes, relax and socialize with fellow snowshoers and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local establishment. Hikes are subject to current weather conditions. Bring your own gear. When: Tuesdays, 10am - 2pm (until March) Fee: $21, $17 w/IVGID Pass.

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