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The deadline to enter the 2008 Ms. Virginia Senior America competition is April 4. Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs is encouraging Arlington women, 60 years of age and older, to enter the competition. Contestants will compete in four categories which include an interview (5 minutes), a statement of philosophy of life (35 seconds), talent (2 minutes, 45 seconds) and evening gown. Contestants must also be a resident of Virginia for at least six months and a U.S. citizen. For more information, visit www.msvirginiasenior.com or call pageant co-directors, Jackie Bong-Wright, 703-989-1149 or Suzann Howe, 703-425-7258.
Thursday/April 3
Trip. Seniors will cruise the Potomac River from Alexandria to Georgetown on The Dandy Cruise Ship. Cost is $60 (includes lunch and music). Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Technology. The world of text messaging will be explored with seniors, 1 p.m., Connections Café, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Art Discussion. The works and marriage of artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera will be discussed, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Program presented by Joan Hart. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Social Club. The Fair Golds, a social club for seniors, will meet at the Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St., beginning with a brown bag lunch, noon. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Friday/April 4
Scrabble enthusiasts are welcome at Walter Reed Senior Center, 10:15 a.m., 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Players welcome at all levels for friendly competition. Free. For more information, call 703-228-0955.
Walkers. The Tidal Basin in D.C, is the destination of the Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, 10 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, will meet 1 p.m., to discuss music based on the works of Italian poet, Dante Alighieri. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Health. A four part series on Active Aging begins 11 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0555.
Travel. The Woodrow Wilson House in D.C. is on the agenda for seniors. View the Presidential Collection Room featuring 100 pieces of rare porcelains. Cost is $8. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Walking Group. Aurora Hills Senior Center’s fast paced walking group will meet 9 a.m., 735 S. 18th St., for a three mile walk in the Pentagon/Crystal City area. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Dessert and Music. Sundaes and a sing-along for seniors, 1 p.m., featuring Milton Nelson, Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Fee is $3; newcomers welcome. Register by April 2 by calling 703-228-5722.
Saturday/April 5
Yard Sale. Community yard sale at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, household items only, 9 a.m. –3 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Tables available to rent, $5. Call for information, 703-228-4403.
Seminar. Retirement Transition Seminar, “Retire” Who Me?”, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Experts in retirement roles will share experiences. Register by calling 703-228-0948. Donation of $5 includes refreshments.
Monday/April 7
Trip. Arlington seniors will visit the National Portrait Gallery’s exhibit in D.C. featuring Katherine Hepburn, “Kate: A Centennial Celebration.” Cost is $8. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Exercise Class. Intermediate and advanced, full fitness exercise classes for seniors include gentle flexibility exercises strength training exercises and a half hour cardio vascular workout, 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Cost is $3.50. Call for information, 703-228-4745.
Cardio and Strength Training. Cardio and strength training for seniors at the Langston-Brown Center weight room, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Certified fitness instructors on site to assist with weight machines and equipment. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions. Call for more information, 703-228-4745.
Ice Skating. Exclusive early morning hours for senior ice skaters at the Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, 8–9:15 a.m. Cost is $1 which includes skate rental. Call for information, 703-228-4745.
Exercise. Open Tai Chi practices for seniors, no on site instructor, 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. Free. Call for more information 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S,. 16th St., will walk in Gulf Branch Park, 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Discussion. New round table discussion of events reported in local newspapers, 9 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Bowling. Armchair bowling for seniors, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Hobby Group. The Yarn Crafters at Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., will meet 10:30 a.m., to knit and crochet items for local charities. No fee; newcomers welcome. Donations of washable yarn appreciated. For information, call 703-228-5722.
Games. Friendly poker games for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Games. Social Bridge for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Games. Bingo games for seniors, 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $2. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Art Lecture. Art appreciation instructor Joan Hart begins a four part series on the art of food and fashion in Europe’s great cities, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Cost is $14 for 4 classes ($5 for single class). Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Language. Classes in English as a Second Language (ESL) for seniors, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Taught by linguist Dr. Merton Bland. No fee; newcomers. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Tuesday/April 8
Exercise Class. Full fitness exercise class for beginners, 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Hwy., Arlington. Drop-in; $3.50 per class. Call for information, 703-228-0555.
Games. Senior volleyball at Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., 1:30 p.m. (practice), 2 p.m. (games). All levels of players welcome. Free. Call for details, 703-228-4745.
Pickleball. Beginners’ pickleball for seniors, 1 p.m. Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Equipment provided. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Performance. The popular Arlington performing arts group, The Merrymakers, will perform 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. The program is the second in Culpepper Garden’s spring concert series. Free. For more information, call 703-228-4403.
Book Group. The Culpepper Garden Senior Center book club, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, will meet 1:30 p.m., to discuss “Snowflower and the Secret Fan” by Lisa See. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for information, 703-228-4403.
Services. Personal advocate service for seniors (60+) will be discussed 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Guest speaker, Lori Hughes, Agency on Aging. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more details, 703-228-5321.
Legal Advice. Attorneys with Legal Services of Northern Virginia will meet with seniors individually to offer free advice and counsel, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St. and 12:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Call for appointment, 703-228-5321 (L-B), 703-228-0555 (Lee).
Wednesday/April 9
Lecture. Dr. Doris Bitler, Assoc. Professor of Psychology, GMU, will present an overview of traditional and modern body modifications and the implications of new technology, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for more information, 703-228-5321.
History Talk. The history and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) will be discussed, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Program presented by Smithsonian docent Mary Lipsey. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, 703-228-5722.
Trip. The Walking Club of Arlington for seniors will travel to Kenwood, Md., for their weekly two mile walk, 9:30 a.m., Cost is $3; newcomers welcome. Group leaves from Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403.
Music Performance. Local musician and singer Fred Brooks will entertain seniors, 11 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Health Check. Free blood pressure check for seniors, 12:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Call to register 703-228-0555.
Thursday/April 10
Art Viewing. One of the world’s finest collections of paintings from Japan’s Edo period will be viewed by seniors at the Free-Sackler Gallery in D.C. Cost is $8. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749.
Health Talk. Public health nurse Patti O’Neill will discuss how air quality affects health, 10:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Talk. What papers to keep and for how long will be discussed 1:30 p.m., Connections Café, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., with guest speaker, attorney Leda Gottleib. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Health Lecture. Medicare, Medicaid and Medications discussion, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Individual counseling available. Program presented by Martha Trunk, Agency on Aging. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-5321.
Friday/April 11
Walking. The new, fast paced walking group for seniors at Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., will meet 9 a.m. for a three mile fitness walk in the area. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will view the Cherry Blossoms in Kenwood, Md., during its weekly fitness walk, 10 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center.4435 N. Pershing Drive, will discuss Viennese composer Alban Berg, 1 p.m. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Trip Time. A performance by the Mansion Mystery Players at the Blair Mansion Inn, Silver Spring, Md., plus a buffet dinner, are on the agenda for seniors. Cost is $72. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Monday/April 14
Writing Lesson. Memoir writing expert Cheryl Somers Aubin will teach seniors writing techniques in a three part seminar from 10 a.m.-noon, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Cost is $21 for three two hour classes. Register early by calling 703-228-4403.
Language Class. Classes for seniors in English as a Second Language (ESL), taught by linguist Dr. Merton Bland, available 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Games. Chess for seniors, 9:30 a.m. -3 p.m., Madison Senior Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. All levels of players welcome; instruction available. No fee. Call for details, 703-228-5285.
Health Exercise. Drop-in seated exercise classes for Arl. seniors offered at Madison Senior Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., 9 a.m. Cost is $3.50 per class; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5285.
Health Exercise. Open Tai Chi practice 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. No fee; no instructor onsite. Details, 703-228-4745.
Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., will travel to the National Zoo in D.C., for its weekly walking program, 9:30 a.m. Fee is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Discussion. Monday morning roundtable discussion with seniors about local news events, 9 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Talk. Arlington’s Personal Advocate Service for seniors will be discussed 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for more information, 703-228-4403.
Tuesday/April 15
Dancing. Instructors from the 7 Step Hand Dancing Academy in D.C., will teach Hand Dancing to seniors beginning 7 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Hand dancing is a form of swing, popular in the D.C. area. Cost is $65 for eight classes. Partners not required for classes. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Language. English/Spanish conversation group with seniors to improve vocabulary, 1 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Exercise. Modern approach to low impact aerobics for seniors, taught by Irena Woodruff, 9:30 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 16th St., Arlington. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Games. Beginners pickleball instruction for seniors, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Game is similar to tennis with a low net, plastic paddles and balls. Equipment provided. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Games. Volleyball for seniors, 1:30p.m. (practice), 2 p.m. (games), Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N,. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4745.
Walkers. The Langston Walkers, Langston-Brown Senior Center, will meet 9:30 a.m., for an indoor fitness walk at the Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Music Performance. Soprano Kalle Covert will sing 19th Century Leider, German songs, 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Third in a series of Spring concerts at the Center. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Games. Table tennis for seniors at Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., 10 a.m.-noon. Train for Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. No fee. Details, 703-228-0955.
Stamps. The Rubber Stamp Club at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway will meet 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about new style surprise-slider card. Cost is $1; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Health Talk. Updates on Medicare, Medicaid and Medication issues, 2 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Seniors can request individual appt. by calling 703-228-5321.
Wednesday/April 16
Games. Duplicate bridge games for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. Cost is $4. Call Anne Gress for more information, 703-243-7714.
Games. Introduction to the Nintendo Wii for seniors, 1 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
State Via Video. The travel viewers group at Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., will visit the state of Missouri, via video, 11 a.m. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Health Talk. Learn the philosophy behind Hospice Care, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Guest speaker, Sharon Campagna, Odyssey Health Care. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-4403.
Tour. Tour Marjorie Merriweather Post’s Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens in D.C. Cost is $27. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Thursday/April 17
Games. Table tennis for seniors at Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., 10 a.m.-noon. Train for Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. No fee. Details, 703-228-0955.
Presentation. Slide presentation of the formal Butterfly Gardens next to the Museum of Natural History and butterflies in Northern Virginia Parks, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Also view indoor exhibits at the National Zoo and Brookside Gardens. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5321.
Games. Cranium crunches for seniors using puzzles and games, 10:30 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Program presented by senior adult specialist, Nancy Connors. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Health. Public health nurse Patti O’Neill will meet with seniors to discuss how air quality affects health and how to implement protective measures, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Lecture. An illustrated lecture at the Carnegie Institution for Science, “Plate Tectonics Meets the Ice Ages,” is on the agenda for seniors. Cost is $8. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Friday/April 18
Technology Information. Information about computer classes for seniors at Lee Senior Center through Cyberseniors/Cyberteens program, available 10 a.m.-noon., 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Select from five courses; $20 for four one-hour classes and text book. Call for details, 703-228-0555.
Walkers. The newly formed fast paced walking group for seniors at Aurora Hills Senior Center will meet 9 a.m., for its weekly three mile walk. No fee. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Music. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will meet 1 p.m., to discuss program symphonies. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Book Discussion. The book discussion group at Aurora Hills Senior Center will meet 1 p.m. to discuss, “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Games. Scrabble games for seniors, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center. Players practicing for 2008 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Saturday/April 19
Trip. Seniors will travel to Richmond for the 75th Annual Garden Week in Virginia. Cost is $50 (includes lunch). Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Trips
Seniors will tour the Ohio Amish Country, April 28-May 1. Trip will include stops at the Longaberger Basket Factory, Hieni Cheese House, Historic Roscoe Village, Canal Boat Cruise and Yoder’s Amish Farm Tour and Buggy Ride. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel for information, 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
*Caregivers’ Workshop. The Alzheimer’s Association is sponsoring a workshop for caregivers of seniors at 6:30 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of every month through May covering topics such as “Caring, Coping and Understanding Dementia,” “Healthy Brain Aging,” and “Managing Caregiver Stress.” Located at Brighton Gardens of Arlington, 3821 Wilson Blvd. Free. Refreshments provided, call to RSVP, 703-294-6875.
* Seniors (55+) are invited to register with Arlington County’s Office of Senior Adult Programs and participate in fitness, education, arts, social and travel programs at seven senior centers. The cost is an annual $15 registration fee which includes a bi-monthly program guide .Transportation options to the centers are available. For more information, call OSAP at 703-228-4744.
* Free federal and state income tax preparation for seniors every Tuesday and Friday until April 15 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, by certified AARP Taxaide counselors, Appointments necessary by calling 703-228-4403.
* 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 over the next 10 years. The survey is part of a process called MAPP, Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships. Survey results will also provide valuable information in measuring perceptions of the quality of life and health in Arlington. For more information and to obtain a survey, call 703-228-1795 or go to www.arlingtonva.us/mapp.
* Classes in English as a Second Language, for seniors, are offered at Langston-Brown Senior Center, every Monday, 10 a.m., 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. To register, call 703-228-5321.