55+ Programs are virtual and outdoors. A 55+ Membership is required to participate ($20 annual fee). To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Virtual & Outdoor Programs
Movie discussion, July’s choice, “The Dig,” Thursday, July 8, 3 p.m. Registration # 914402-05
Armchair travel will view video of art and architecture of New York’s Guggenheim Museum, Friday, July 9, 3 p.m. Registration # 914402-22.
Line dance in the park, easy for beginners, Friday, July 9, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Plaza, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914100-03.
Monday morning meet-up with fellow 55+ members, July 12, 10 a.m., casual conversation. Registration # 914801-05.
Tai Chi practice with experienced volunteers, Monday, July 12, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Plaza, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914105-17.
Virtual piano lounge, listen, sing, play along with Valerie Welsh, Tuesday, July 13, 2 p.m. Registration # 914802-03.
Safe online activities, Tuesday, July 13, 1 p.m. Registration # 914400-28.
History roundtable group to discuss the impact of horses on history, Tuesday, July 13, 11:15 a.m. Registration #914402-14.
Paper management, presented by professional organizer, Sonya Weisshappel of Seratim Inc., Tuesday, July 13, 1:30 a.m. Registration # 914404-03.
Cancer and nutrition, program presented by Cynthia Chol, registered dietician, Virginia Hospital Center, Wednesday, July 14, 1 p.m. Registration # 914500-12.
The study of words, phrases, expressions, Wednesday, July 14, 10:30 a.m. Registration # 914402-17.
Understanding Medicare enrollment, presented by Marge Steinlage, Steinlage Insurance Agency, Thursday, July 15, 1 p.m. Registration # 914500-11.
African American genealogy research, Thursday, July 15, 3 p.m. Registration # 914400-05.
Poetry group members share ideas, Thursday, July 15, 11 a.m. Registration # 914300-02.
Basic drawing class for beginners, presented by art instructor Ruth Kling, Friday, July 16, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 914301-05.
Aurora Hills fast paced walking group, Friday, July 16, 8:30 a.m., two to three mile loop, some hills. Registration # 914201-03.
Favorite soups, salads, dressings, Friday, July 16, 3 p.m. Registration # 914501-03.
Garden and landscaping issues answered by Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners, Monday, July 19, 1 p.m. Send questions and photos ahead of time to mgarlalex@gmail.com. Registration #914400-30.
How to decide what family heirlooms to keep, Monday, July 19, 1 p.m. Presented by Matthew Quinn, Quinn’s Auction Galleries. Registration # 914401-01.
Monday morning meet-up with fellow 55+ members, July 19, 10 a.m., casual conversation. Registration # 914801-06.
Outdoor needlecraft with fellow 55+ members, Monday, July 19, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Park, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914703-25
Tai Chi practices with experienced volunteers, Monday, July 19, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Plaza, 1600 S. Hayes St., registration # 914105-18; Tuesday, July 20, 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 2501 S. 2nd St., registration # 914105-06.
55+ Live! Talk Show, preview of upcoming demonstrations, programs for adults 55+, Tuesday, July 20, noon. Registration # 914801-16.
Peace Corps celebrates 60th anniversary, Tuesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. Program presented by Barry Hillenbrand, former TIME magazine correspondent. Registration # 914400-17.
Acoustic hour online, music from the 50s to the present, performed live by Ed Girovasi, Wednesday, July 21, 1 p.m. Registration # 914400-06.
Why advanced health directives are necessary, Wednesday, July 21, 11 a.m. Presented by Elder Law Attorney Ed Zetlin. Registration # 914400-26.
Genealogy group discusses challenges in researching family histories, Wednesday, July 21, 3 p.m. Registration # 914402-27.
Sudoku games, Thursday, July 22, 2 p.m., registration # 914601-05. All levels welcome.
Genealogy research, learn how to use WWI and WWII draft registration cards for information, Thursday, July22, 3 p.m. Registration # 914400-06.
Downsizing tips from Realtor Chris Lamar, Friday, July 23, 11 am. Learn how to avoid fraud risks. Registration # 914400-23.
Line dance in the park, easy for beginners, Friday, July 23, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Plaza, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914100-04.