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City Hosts Free Ice Cream Socials for Older Americans Month

Post Date:05/05/2026 1:16 p.m.
The City of Reno invites seniors to free ice cream socials happening throughout May to celebrate Older Americans Month. In addition to free ice cream from Super Swirl, these events will have complimentary paper shredding services sponsored by AARP and American Document Destruction. 

“I'm looking forward to the ice cream socials this month, including in Ward 4, as part of the City’s ongoing effort to support our senior community,” said Ward 4 Councilmember Meghan Ebert. “These activities provide important opportunities for socialization in a fun and engaging way, as well as a chance to get rid of unwanted documents securely, thanks to the free paper shredding services available.” 
Ice Cream Social Schedule: 
  • May 7 
    • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
    • Paradise Park Activity Center, 2745 Elementary Drive  
  • May 14 
    • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
    • Dorothy McAlinden Park, 14000 Stead Boulevard  
  • May 21 
    • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
    • Neil Road Recreation Center, 3925 Neil Road 

For more information on Older Americans Month events happening this month, please contact (775) 351-4771, email seniors@reno.gov, or visit the City’s Seniors page. 

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