<lst>To have community events listed in The Arlington Connection, mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail to arlington@connectionnewspapers.com or fax to 703-917-0991. Photos, especially color, are encouraged. This free community listing is reserved to events that are open to the public at no or minimal cost. Deadline is 2 p.m. the Thursday before publication.
Arlington Center for Dance is now registering students for the winter/spring semester. All re-enrolling students must register by Dec. 31 to avoid a rush processing fee of $15. Brochures and registration forms are available online at www.arldance.org. The center is located at 3808 Wilson Blvd.; call 703-522-2414.
Beginner tap-dancing classes. For seniors. Culpepper Garden Senior Center, every Monday at 12:30 p.m. $13 for six sessions. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-4403 to sign up.
Cardiovascular exercise classes. Lee Senior Center. Every Tuesday and Thursday. $2. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-0555 to register.
Computer training. Westover Library on Lexington St. Learn how to use the library databases, establish a free e-mail account, or check out Internet sites. Call 703-228-5260 to schedule an appointment.
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for seniors. Every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Dawson Terrace Senior Center. Free. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-6300 to sign up.
Exercise classes. Dawson Terrace Senior Center. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 10 a.m. Free. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-0555.
Free Aerobics. Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Ongoing adult program featuring a high/low combination physical workout. Includes stretching, toning, cardiovascular and abdominal exercises. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 - 8 p.m. Call Margo Watters at 703-228-5718.
Genealogy Classes. Lee Senior Center. Second Wednesday of each month. Free. Call 703-228-0555.
Get personalized Internet instruction. Also learn how to open a free e-mail account at Aurora Hills Library, 735 18th St. S. Senior coaching available on the first and second Tuesdays of the month. Call 703-228-5715.
Hands-on instruction of the Internet. And the library's electronic databases. Shirlington Library, 2786 S. Arlington Mill Drive. Call 703-228-6545.
Internet Introduction. Shirlington Library, 2700 S. Arlington Mill Road. Mondays at 2 and 2:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 10:30 and 11 a.m. Free. Advance registration required. Call 703-228-6545.
Jane Franklin Dance classes. Adult Dance Technique, Mondays 8-9:30 p.m., Saturdays 10:15-11:45 a.m., both at 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive. Visit http://www.janefranklin.com/jf_getinvolved.htm.
Low-impact aerobic classes. Aurora Hills Senior Center. Every Tuesday and Thursday. $32 for 16 sessions. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-5722.
Master Gardener Training Program for residents of Arlington County and Alexandria begins January 13 at the Fairlington Community Center in Arlington. Classes will meet from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 31. Participants receive training in practical gardening and landscaping techniques that preserve and protect the environment. The program is offered by the Arlington County Office of Virginia Cooperative Extension in cooperation with the City of Alexandria. For more information and an enrollment form, call the Virginia Cooperative Extension office at 703-228-6426 or e-mail huttonj@vt.edu.
Online Training. Learn how to use the Internet and use the library's electronic databases. Shirlington Library, 2786 S. Arlington Mill Drive. Call 703-228-6545 to make an appointment. Westover Library, 1800 N. Lexington St. Call 703-228-5260 to make an appointment.
Play Group. Ongoing opportunity for parents and young children (birth to 4 years) to interact in a safe, fun environment. Every Tuesday and Thursday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center, 4200 S. Four Mile Run. Drop-in cost is $2 for an adult with any number of children. Call 703-228-0701.
Real Estate Career Seminars. Weichert Realtors, Arlington Office, 4701 Old Dominion Drive. Every first and third Thursday of the month at noon. Attendees will learn about the real estate profession focusing on license requirements, training and mentor programs. To reserve a spot, call Barbara Stone at 703-527-3300.
Small Business Tips. Free one-on-one counseling by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives). Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5984 to make a reservation.
Small-Business Tips. Free one-on-one counseling by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) sponsored by the Small Business Administration. Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5984 to make a reservation. Senior Action Center. Call 703-228-4403 to make a reservation.
SOS-Seniors Online. Internet coaching for seniors the first and second Tuesday each month. 1-3 p.m. Aurora Hills Public Library, 735 S. 18th St. Registration required. Call 703-228-5715.
Tai chi. Classes for seniors held weekly at four senior centers. Call 703-228-4744 for a schedule and location of nearest center.
Tiny Tots and Preschool Programs. Long Branch (703-228-6535) and Gulf Branch (703-228-3403) nature centers offer programs for children 1 1/2 years through the end of their second year and preschool-age children. Morning and afternoon programs available. $1 fee per child, payable on the day of the program. Reservations must be made by phone only during the month the program is offered.
Total body strength training program for seniors. Madison Senior Center’s new fitness center. $45 for 15 sessions with certified instructors. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7-11 a.m., and Saturdays, 7-9 a.m. Newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-4771.