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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 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.
Monday/April 21
History Lecture. The history and legacy of Arlington Hall will be discussed 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. Guest speaker, author Karen Kevach, History Office of the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command, Ft. Belvoir. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for more information, 703-228-4403.
Language. Linguist Dr. Merton Bland will teach classes in English as a Second Language (ESL), 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for information and to register, 703-228-5321.
Games. Chess players (55+) will meet Mon., Apr. 21, 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.
Exercise. Ice skaters (55+) will have exclusive time on the ice, 8–9:15 a.m., Kettler Capital Iceplex, Ballston Mall, Arlington. Call for info, 703-228-4745.
Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., will walk in Potomac Overlook Park, 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Discussion. Roundtable discussion by 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.
Bowling. Armchair bowling for seniors, Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Tuesday/April 22
Music Performance. The Celebration Singers of Arlington will perform, “Hurrah for Hollywood,” 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center. This is the fourth in a series of Spring concerts at Culpepper Garden. Free. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Recycling. Jan Guastaferro, Arl. Co. recycling office, will meet with seniors to discuss aspects of recycling, 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-3228-4403.
Games. Beginner pickleball for seniors (55+), 1–3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; equipment provided. Details, 703-228-0955.
Walking. The walking group at Langston-Brown Senior Center will meet 9:30 a.m., for an indoor walk at the Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, 703-228-5321.
Gardening. Master Gardener Carol Rosen and local artist Jenepher Moseley are providing a class on botanical appreciation and art, 10 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Free. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Music Performance. Local musician Fred Brooks will entertain seniors at 10:15 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Free. Details, 703-228-5321.
Games. Table tennis for seniors, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free; coaching available. Call for details 703-228-0955.
Health Talk. Questions answered about Medicare, Medicaid and Medicine, 1 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Individual appointments available. Call703-228-1700.
Trip. Seniors will attend the Aloha Hawaiian Show at the Fountain Bleu dinner theater, Glen Burnie, Md. Cost is $54. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Wednesday/April 23
Sale. White Elephant Sale at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Donations of items for the sale accepted until Apr. 21. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0555.
Music Performance. Pianist and soprano Jennifer Hosmer will perform, 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Games. Duplicate bridge games for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. Cost is $4. Call Anne Gress for details, 703-243-7714.
Exercise. Drop-in seated exercise class for seniors, 10 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Fee is $3.50 per class. Call to register, 703-228-4403.
Walkers. Members of the Walking Club of Arlington for seniors will walk from Dumbarton Oaks Park, D.C. to the Washington Harbor, 9:30 a.m. Group leaves from Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403.
Trip Via Video. Visit via video the exotic islands of the South Pacific with world traveler, Dr. Dexter Hinckley, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 7043-228-4403.
Games. Arlington seniors are off to a Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets baseball game. Cost is $52. Call Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749.
Seminar. Investing after Retirement, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Seminar conducted by Terry Trenchard. No fee. Call to register by Apr. 21, 703-228-0555.
Thursday/April 24
Gardening. Expert gardener Peter Jones will teach seniors how to make Azalea Bonsai, 1:30 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to sign up, 703-228-0955.
Health Discussion. A discussion with seniors about Alzheimer’s, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Program presented by Ana Rivera, Capital Hospice. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5321.
Trip. Seniors will travel to Shenandoah, Va. to attend the Shenandoah Caverns-Virginia Senior Day. Cost is $35 (includes lunch). Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Friday/April 25
Technology Training. Seniors and teens join together at the Cyberseniors/Cyberteens computer training lab at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington, 10 a.m. – noon, to examine five courses offered to seniors who will be assisted by teens. Cost is $20 for each course text book. For more information, call 703-228-6425.
Games. Scrabble enthusiasts (55+) will meet 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Coaching available. Call for information, 703-228-0955.
Walking Group. A fast paced walking group for seniors will meet 9 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Newcomers welcome; no fee. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will travel to Meadowlark Gardens, Vienna, for their weekly walking program, 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 French composer Frances Poulenc (sp) who was also a member of the well-known group of young French composers, Les Six. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for information, 703-228-4403.
Comedy Group. Aurora Hills Senior Center’s Comedy Club program, led by comedy book author Mike Bloom, will meet 10:30 a.m., 735 S. 18th St., to share funny stories and listen to classic radio shows. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Trip and Tea. The Inn at Buckeystown, Md., will host seniors for an Afternoon High Tea with 65 varieties of tea. Cost is $45. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Saturday/April 26
Trip. The Eastern Market in D.C. is on the agenda for seniors. Cost is $8. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Sunday/April 27
Trip. Arlington seniors will attend a Bach concert by the New Dominion Chorale, Bach soloists and renowned organist William Neil, Northern Virginia Community College, Alexandria. Cost is $30. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Monday/April 28
Ice Skating. Ice skating for seniors, 8-9:15 a.m., Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, Arlington. Cost is $1 which includes skates. Senior ice skaters will be competing for the first time in the 2008 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics in September. Call for more information, 703-228-4745.
Exercise. Drop-in seated exercise classes, 9 a.m., Madison Senior Center, 3829 N. Stafford St. Cost is $3.50 per class; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-5285.
Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., will walk along the Tidal Basin in D.C., 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Discussion. Monday Morning Roundtable, discussion of local news events, 9 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. Newcomers welcome; no fee. Details, 703-228-4403.
Yarn Group. The Yarn Crafters group 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. Donations of washable yarn appreciated. Call for information, 703-228-5722.
Games. Friendly poker games for seniors, , 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. Newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Games. Social bridge games for seniors, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5722.
Tuesday/April 29
Games. Volleyball for seniors, 1:30 p.m. (practice), 2 p.m. (games), Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; all levels of players welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4745.
Games. Pickleball for seniors, beginners, age 55 and over, 1 – 3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Paddles and balls provided; no fee. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Performance. Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, will present its 5th Spring Concert event, 1 p.m., with a performance by the Arlingtones, a barbershop harmony group. No fee. Call for more information, 703-228-4403.
Games. Seniors practicing table tennis skills, 10 a.m. – noon, at Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., for competition in the 2008 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics in September. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Comedy. Seniors will laugh and learn at a session about how humor plays a valuable role in people’s well-being, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Health Discussion . Culpepper Garden Senior Center will host a discussion on Medicare, Medicaid and Medicine updates, 11 a.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Individual appointments available. Program presented by Martha Trunk, Agency on Aging. Free. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Legal Discussion. Attorneys for Legal Services of Northern Virginia are available for free, individual legal consultation with seniors, 10 a.m. – noon, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Call for appointment, 703-228-0955.
Wednesday/April 30
Trip Time. It’s off to the Philadelphia Park Casino and Racetrack in Bensalem, Pa., for seniors. Cost is $26. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Walking. The Walking Club of Arlington for seniors will travel to the National Arboretum in D.C., for its weekly walking program, 9:30 a.m. Cost is $3; newcomers welcome. Group leaves from Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403.
Art Discussion. “Who’s Afraid of Modern Art” is the title of a four part slide tour of great art works, presented by Joan Hart, beginning 11 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Cost is $14 for the series or $5 per class. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Crafters. Senior crafters will meet 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, to share ideas, projects, hobbies. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Thursday/May 1
Senior Law Day. 31ST Annual Law Day for Seniors, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., Dept. of Human Services, 3033 Wilson Blvd., 7th floor, Arlington. Speakers, workshops, hands-on demonstrations. Call for details, 703-228-1700.
Games. Mah Jongg for seniors, American and Chinese styles, 10 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-5321.
Poetry. Poetry writing workshop for seniors, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Friday/May 2
Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will discuss “Dream Theme” music by Tchaikovsky, Mendelssohn and others, 1 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-4403.
Games. Seniors scrabble enthusiasts will meet 10:15 a.m.-noon, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Players practicing to play in Northern Virginia Senior Olympics in September. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call for details, 703-228-0955.
Discussion. Fun with Feng Shui discussion 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Designer Eileen Conti Welker describes how color, sounds, plants and decluttering create positive living and working spaces. Free. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will walk amongst the azaleas at the National Arboretum in D.C., 10 a.m. Cost is $2.,50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Fast Walkers. 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 area. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Trip. The National Cathedral Flower Mart, D.C., is on the agenda for seniors. Cost is $8. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Trip
Outside Excursions. 2008 overnight excursions for seniors through Arlington Senior Adult Travel include The Rocking Horse Ranch Resort, Highland, N.Y., June 9-13; 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.
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.
* Friendly poker games for seniors, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Beginners welcome. Call 703-228-0555.
* Table tennis for seniors, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call 703-228-0955.
* Trip Planner. Branson, Mo. is the destination of Arlington seniors, Oct. 15-21. Round trip by motor coach, meals, shows, tours and more. Call for details, Arlington County Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4748.
* Dining Out Club. Lunch is held the first Thursday of the month and dinner is on the second Wednesday at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway. Call 703-228-0555. Newcomers welcome.
* The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics will celebrate its 25th anniversary, Sept. 15-27. Opening day ceremonies, Sat., Sept. 15, 10:30 a.m. will be followed by track and field events at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. A mini health fair will also be held on opening day from 9 a.m. to noon, sponsored by the Virginia Hospital Center.
In addition to track and field, other events include swimming, bowling, tennis, table tennis, golf, miniature golf, pickleball, eight ball pool, board games, card games, bait casting, Frisbee throw, shuffleboard, horseshoes, basketball, basketball free throw, team line dancing, softball hit and throw and yo-yo tricks.
Registration is $10 which includes one event; additional events are $1. Registration forms are available at senior centers or by calling 703-228-3600, ext. 9996. They can also be downloaded from www.novaseniorolympics.com. Registration deadline is Sept. 1.
* Golf. The 2007 Arlington Senior Golf Club season begins Tues., Apr. 3 at the Old Hickory Golf Course, Woodbridge. The group plays on Tuesdays and Thursdays at various golf courses in Northern Virginia. Seniors interested in joining should call Karl VanNewkirk, 703-536-5916.
* Exercise. Exclusive days and hours are available to Arlington seniors at the weight rooms at Langston-Brown and Madison Senior Centers. Strength training, using varied types of cardio equipment, supervised by a certified personal trainer, is offered at Langston-Brown, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Mon., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Wed., 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Fri., 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and Madison, 3829 N. Stafford St., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 7-11 a.m., Sat., 7–10 a.m. The cost is $56 for a 16-session ticket. Call 703-228-4745.
* Volunteers. Arlington County is hosting the opening ceremonies and track and field events on Sat., Sept. 15 for the 2007 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Volunteers are needed for a cheerleading squad to support senior athletes from all parts of Northern Virginia. Contact Jennifer Collins, fitness coordinator, Office of Senior Adult Programs, 703-228-4745.* English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for seniors offered every Monday, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-5321.