It's time for Reno's senior citizens to dust off their Halloween garb and head to the dance floor, as the city hosts a special Halloween Dance tailored for them. Slated for October 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the festive gathering is set to take place at the McKinley Arts and Culture Center Auditorium, promising a mix of dance tunes and a friendly environment for mingling and revelry, according to the City of Reno's news release.
In keeping with the holiday spirit, participants are encouraged to arrive in costumes, offering an extra layer of excitement to this social extravaganza, and with light refreshments to sustain the energy there's ample opportunity for seniors to get a healthy dose of fun and social interaction, which is free and readily available to those aged 60 and up, and don't worry about RSVPs – none are required for this spooky shindig.
Mayor Hillary Schieve has expressed her enthusiasm about the senior dance, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and social engagement within the senior community, "We love creating opportunities for our senior community to connect, celebrate, and have fun," she said, "This dance party is a great way to bring people together and away from isolation for an eerie, good time!" as she told the City of Reno's news release.
The event adds to the roster of initiatives under the Seniors EngAGED program which ensures the older population isn't left on the fringes of society offering a gamut of activities from technology workshops to educational outings, it's a concerted effort to weave seniors into the vibrant fabric of city life for which details and a full listing of senior programs available can be further explored by anyone interested by visiting Reno's official website.
