Senior Living Sept. 17-23
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Senior Living Sept. 17-23

Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs is a unit of the Dept. of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. OSAP coordinates the activities at the County’s six seniors centers, senior programming at community centers and operates the Senior Adult Travel office. Arlington residents, 55 years of age and older, can access all the activities by registering with OSAP and paying an annual fee of $15. For more information and a registration application, call 703-228-4744.

Register Sept. 29-Oct. 2 for upcoming brain exercise programs using “Brain Fitness” and “Insight” software programs from PositScience, for adults 55+, to be held at Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St. and Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arligton. No computer experience needed. Flexible scheduling for the 40 hour classes. Cost is $50 per program with $10 rebate upon completion. For more information, call Anne Peret, Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, 703-228-4878.

Thursday/Sept. 18

Story Tellers. Come and learn how to become a Spellbinder, a group of senior volunteer story tellers, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center. 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. New members receive free training. Lots of fun interacting with schoolchildren. For more information, call 703-228-0955.

Dancing. Intermediate line dancing for adults (55+), 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. Details, 703-228-4745.

Continent Getaway. Armchair getaway to the Antarctica, 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-4403.

Crafts. South American crafts workshop, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.

Woodcarving. Join the Woodcarvers group at Lee Senior Center for chips relief and round carving, 1 p.m., 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-0555.

Social Club. The Fair Golds social club for adults (55+) will meet noon, Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For information, call Julie Albers at 703-228-5722.

Health Talk. The subject of hair loss, causes and remedies, will be discussed, 10:15 a.m., Walter reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arligton. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-0955.

Antiques. Jean Jackson of Antiques Associates will meet with seniors 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Bring small objects for one-on-one consultation. No fee; newcomers welcome. Register by Sept. 15 by calling 703-228-4403.

Performance. Arlington seniors will attend a performance of “La Traviata” by the Washington National Opera at The Kennedy Center. Cost is $14. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Friday/Sept. 19

Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will walk along the Wildwood Trail, Vienna, 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-2328-0555.

Fast Walkers. Aurora Hills Senior Center’s fast paced walking group will meet 9 a.m., 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Games. Duplicate bridge games for adults (55+), 10:00 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center.Cost is $4.50; newcomers welcome. For details, call Anne Gress, 703-243-7714.

Trip. It’s off to Charles Town, WV and the Charles Town Slots, for Arlington adults (55+). Cost is $22. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will discuss Chamber Music, 1 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome; drop-in. Details, 703-228-4403.

Performance. Welcome Back Brunch at Aurora Hills Senior Center will feature Ms. Virginia Senior America, Ruth Barnett and a performance by the singing and dancing group, Cameo Jewels, 10 a.m. – noon, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Cost is $6. Register by Sept. 17 by calling 703-228-5722.

Book Group. The book discussion group at Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., will meet 1 p.m. to discuss “Water for Elephants” by Sara Gruen. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.

Games. Canasta games for adults (55+), Lee Senior Center, 10 a.m.-noon, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome; drop-in. Details, 703-228-0555.

Saturday/Sept. 20

Opening Day. Opening day of the 10 day 2008 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, 10:30 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Opening ceremonies followed by track and field events. Also a Health Fair sponsored by the Virginia Hospital Center. The public is invited; no fee. For more information, 703-228-4721 or www.novaseniorolympics.com.

Monday/Sept. 22

Training. Adults (55+) strength training classes, 9 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Preserve and gain new muscular strength and flexibility. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions or $3.50 per class. Call for details, 703-228-4745.

Health Class. Full fitness exercise class for adults (55+), intermediate/advanced, 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Improve flexibility, muscle tone, balance, stamina. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. Call for details, 703-228-4745.

Exercise. Seated exercise class for adults (55+), 9 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Drop-in; newcomers welcome. Cost is $3.50 per class. Call for details, 703-228-5285.

Ice Skating. Ice skating for adults (55+), 8– 9:30 a.m., Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, Arlington. Cost is $1 (includes skates). Call for details, 703-228-4745.

Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. will walk along the Southwest Waterfront, D.C., 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.

Language. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults (55+), and Thurs., Sept. 25, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Taught by linguist Dr. Merton Bland. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.

Games. Scrabble for adults (55+), 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. and Friday, Sept. 26, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722 (AH), 703-228-0955 (WR).

Art Group. Art appreciation discussion, “Renoir in Northern Africa: On the Road to Algeria,” 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Cost is $5; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Country Via Video. Explore the country of Argentina via video, 10 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.

Health Discussion. Register early for a discussion about hearing aids, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Meet with Bonnie O’Leary, Northern Virginia Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-4403.

Health Group. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) will meet 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Call for details, 703-228-0555.

Tuesday/Sept. 23

Grand Canyon by Video. A discussion and video visit to the Grand Canyon, 1 p.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-4878.

Writing Class. Six weeks course on memoir writing conducted by Cheryl Somers Aubin, begins 10 a.m. – noon, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $45; weekly sessions. Call to register, 703-228-4403.

Dancing. Beginners line dancing 11 a.m. Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class. Call to register, 703-228-4403.

Exercise. Beginners full fitness exercise class at Lee Senior Center, 10 a.m., 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0555.

Games. Pickleball (indoor tennis with a short net, plastic paddle and ball) for adults (55+), beginners, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Walkers. The Langston Walkers, Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., will meet at the Center, 9:30 a.m. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.

Music Group. Voices of Arlington senior singing group will meet 11:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No experience required. No fee. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Game. Table tennis for adults (55+), 10 a.m. – noon, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Musical Café. A musical café social at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will feature the music of Tony Bennett, 1 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-4403.

Singing and Dancing. The Merrymakers, a senior singing and dancing group, will perform 10:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Cruise and Lunch. The Choptank Riverboat will host adults (55+) for a cruise and lunch along Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Cost is $66. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Wednesday/Sept. 24

Indoor Gardening 101 program presented by expert gardener Peter Jones, 11 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome; drop-in. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Card Games. Duplicate bridge games for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. and Friday, Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Cost is $4.50; newcomers welcome. For details, call Anne Gress, 703-243-7714.

Basketball Games. Women’s 3x3 basketball for new or former players, adults (55+), begins 7 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Sessions conducted by players from NOVA United Seniors Women’s Basketball Association. Cost is $15 for three sessions. For more information, call 703-228-4745.

Walking Club. The Walking Club of Arlington for adults (55+) will walk along the Anacostia Trail, D.C., 9:30 a.m. Cost is $3; newcomers welcome. Group leaves from Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403.

Culture. The many Flavors of Asia, a sampling of Asian food, for adults (55+), 1 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Early registration required by calling, 703-228-0555.

Legal Talk. Arlington seniors (55+) will meet with elder law attorney Ed Zetlin to discuss legal and estate planning tools such as will as and trusts, 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Thursday/Sept. 25

Travel Talk. Expert travelers and photographers Sandy and Gail Cohen will present a travelogue on non-urban Australia and the Great Barrier Reef, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, 703-228-0955.

Animal. Arlington County park naturalist Rachel Tolman will discuss Animals of the Antarctica, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Early registration required by calling, 703-228-4403.

Games. Introductory Sudoku mental exercise class 1 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Two hour class helps improve brain function and cognitive abilities. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-0555.

Dancing. Intermediate line dancing classes for adults (55+), 11 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. For information, call 703-228-4745.

Travel Video. Travel video of Wildest Antarctica, 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.

Health Talk. Representatives from Capital Hospice are presenting informative discussions about dementia plus an overview of hospice and palliative care, 11 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955 (l-B), 703-228-0555 (Lee).

Tour and Lunch. The Pope John Paul II Cultural Center, D.C., is on the agenda for seniors (55+). Tour plus box lunch. Cost is $16. Call Arlington Senior Adult travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Friday/Sept. 26

Trip. The Johns Hopkins University Evergreen Museum and Library, Baltimore, Md., is on the agenda for Arlington seniors (55+). Cost is $35, includes Afternoon Tea. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

History of Africa. Local historian Les Albers will present a multi-media seminar on the land, sea and air campaigns in Africa from 1935-1945, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will walk in Gulf Branch Nature Center, 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.

Art Class. Nilo Santiago, artist, designer and illustrator, will teach the basics of drawing to adults (55+), 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, will meet 1 p.m., to discuss 19th century Austrian composer, Anton Bruckner. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.

Fast Walkers. Aurora Hills Senior Center’s fast paced walking group, The Fast Forwards, will meet 9 a.m., 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.

Computer class. Cyberseniors/Cyberteens is a computer training program with teens assisting adults (55+) with computer training. Learn more, 10 a.m. – noon, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Five different courses offered; cost is $20 for each course textbook. For more information, call 703-228-6425.

Monday/Sept. 29

Lecture. Claire Christian, Antarctica and Southern Ocean Coalition (ASOC), will discuss Antarctic environmental issues, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Presentation will include extensive collection of photos. No fee; newcomers welcome. Early registration, 703-228-4403.

Culture Talk. Share experiences with native South Americans, including traditional dances, 10:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Learn about cultural traditions, languages, geography and artistic expressions. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5321.

Language. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults 55+, taught by linguist Dr. Merton Bland, and Thursday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Free. Call for more information, 703-228-5321.

Games. Scrabble games for adults 55+, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., and Friday, Oct. 3, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722 (AH), 703-228-0955 (WR).

Strength Training. Senior strength training classes for adults 55+, to improve muscular strength, preserve and strengthen bone density, maintain full joint flexibility, and Wednesday, Oct. 1, Friday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center. Drop-in; $56 for 16 sessions. Details, 703-228-4745.

Exercise. Seated exercise class for adults 55+, and Wednesday, Oct. 1, Friday, Oct. 3, 10 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Drop-in; $3.50 per class. For more information, call 703-228-5285.

Ice Skating. Ice skating for adults 55+, 8– 9:30 a.m., Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, Arlington. Cost is $1 (includes skates). For more information, call 703-229-4745.

Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., will walk around the Tidal Basin, D.C., 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Register, 703-228-0955.

Games. Wii Nintendo games for adults 55+, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.

Hobby Group. The Yarn Crafters at Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., will meet 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., to knit and crochet items for Arlington charities. Yarn and patterns provided. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Health Group. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) will meet 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Call for details, 703-228-0555.

Senior Olympics. Northern Virginia Senior Olympics ice skating competition, 12:45 p.m., Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, Arlington. The public is invited. Free. For more information, call 703-228-4721.

Tuesday/Sept. 29

Senior Olympics. Northern Virginia Senior Olympics pickleball competition, through Thursday Oct. 2, 10 a.m. –3 p.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. The public is invited. Free. For more information, call 703-228-4721.

Health Training. Modern approach for adults 55+ to low impact aerobics, dance and strength training, and Thursday, Oct. 2, 9:30 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Exercise. Full fitness exercise class for adults 55+, suited for beginners, and Thursday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Flexibility and strength training plus 30 minute cardiovascular workout. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. For more information, call 703-228-0555.

Games. Pickleball for adults 55+, beginners, and Thurs., Oct. 2, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free. Call for details, 703-228-0955.

Walkers. The Langston Walkers, Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., will meet 9:30 a.m., for a walk in and around the center. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-5321.

Music. The Voices of Arlington, a multicultural senior chorus, will meet 11:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome; no experience needed. Details, 703-228-0955.

Musical Café. Remembering Tony Bennett is the theme of Culpepper Garden Senior Center’s weekly musical café, 1 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.

Music Performance. Local pianist Jerry Fastrup will entertain seniors 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For details, 703-228-0955.

Health Talk. Medicare and Medicaid updates, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. One-on-one counseling with Martha Trunk. No fee. Call for appointment, 703-228-4403.

Legal Talk. Attorneys from Legal Services of Northern Virginia will meet with seniors individually, to offer advice and counsel on a wide array of issues, 10 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for appointment, 703-228-0955.

Trip. The National Press Club, D.C., is the destination of Arlington seniors, to hear Annie Leibovitz, world renowned portrait photographer. Cost is $40 (includes lunch). Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Wednesday/Oct. 1

Tour. Arlington seniors will tour the Library of Congress. Cost is $8. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Dance Performance. Dances from around the world will be performed by Elisabeth Larsen, creative arts educator, Museum One, 11 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-0955.

Technology. How to use features on a cell phone, for adults 55+, 10:30 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Workshop led by Arlington County tech expert Shattima Abdulmalik. Free; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.

Games. Duplicate bridge games for adults 55+, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., and Friday, Oct. 3, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Cost is $4.50; newcomers welcome. For more info, call Anne Gress, 703-228-7714.

Walking Club. The Walking Club of Arlington for adults 55+ will walk in Ft. Smith Park, 9:30 a.m. Cost is $3; newcomers welcome. Group leaves from Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403.

Oil painting classes for adults 55+ from 10 a.m. – noon, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $24 for four two-hour classes. Call to register, 703-228-4403.

Social Club. The Happy Hearts social club for adults 55+ will meet noon, Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.

Thursday/Oct. 2

Discussion. Informal discussion for adults 55+ on aging in place or moving to a retirement community, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Meet with professional strategic planner Marolyn (sp) Hatch. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-0955.

Dancing. Intermediate line dancing classes for adults 55+, 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Fee is $3.50 per class. For more information, call 703-228-4745.

Woodcarvers. The Lee Woodcarvers at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will meet 1 p.m. for chips relief and round carving. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0555.

Trip and Performance. The Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse, Boiling Springs, Pa., will host Arlington seniors, for a performance of “Always Patsy” and buffet lunch. Cost is $79. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-22804749. Registration required.

Social Club. The Fair Golds social club for adults 55+ will meet noon, Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.

Friday/Oct. 3

Voting. Voter education session for seniors 55+ with representative from Arlington’s Voter Registration office, 10 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Demonstration of voting machines, Free. For more information, call 703-228-5321.

Hobby Talk. Hobbyist Fred Gatchell will discuss the history of miniature railroading, manufacturers, hobby clubs and show a video of Lionel layouts, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.

Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will walk along the C&O Canal, Gold Mine Loop, Potomac, Md., 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.

Fast Walkers. The Fast Forwards, a fast paced walking group for adults 55+, will meet 9 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Register, 703-228-5722.

Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will discuss Orchestral Symphonies, 1 p.m. No free; newcomers welcome. Call for more information, 703-228-4403.

Saturday/Oct. 4

Trip. The annual Chestertown Tea Time House Tour, Chestertown, Md., and dinner at Annie’s Paramount Steak and Seafood House, Kent Narrows, Md. Cost is $67. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.

Trip

Outside Excursions. 2008 overnight excursions for seniors through Arlington Senior Adult Travel include Mt. Rushmore, Black Hills and Badlands of S.D., Sept. 8-17; Cape Cod, Mass., Oct. 20-24; Oglebay Resort, “Festival of Lights,” Wheeling W.V., Dec. 9-12. Call for costs and details, 703-228-4748.

The Rocking Horse Dude Resort, Highland, N.Y., will host seniors, June 9-13. Full scale dude ranch and year round resort. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel for information, 703-228-4748.

Ongoing Events

* Arlington County’s Public Health Division is asking seniors and all county residents to participate in a survey to help determine where the local public health system should focus its efforts. For more information and to obtain a survey, call 703-228-1795 or visit www.arlingtonva.us/mapp.