Friday/Feb. 6
Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, will meet 1 p.m., to discuss preludes and prologues. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-4403.
Health Talk. Medicare recipients are invited to meet with Martha Trunk, Arlington Agency on Aging, for one-on-one discussions, 10 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free. Call for appointment, 703-228-0955.
Computer Class. Beginners computer classes for adults 55+, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Drop-in or call 10 a.m. – noon for details, 703-228-0555. Five four-hour classes, $20 each.
Health Class. Weekly Core training classes for adults 55+ to improve posture, balance and stability, begin 9:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Cost is $28 for eight classes. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Fast Walkers. 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. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will travel to Arlington Cemetery for their weekly walking program, 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Monday/Feb. 9
Health Talk. In depth discussion with adults 55+ about different elements of memory, how it changes and ways to improve, 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Conducted by Rachel Thompson. No fee. To register: 703-228-5722.
Brain Games. Brain exercises and challenges for adults 55+, 10:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St. and 1 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Two different sessions; no fee. Call to sign up, 703-228-0955 (WR), 703-228-0555 (Lee).
Games. Scrabble games for adults 55+ including senior Olympics participants, 10 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-5722.
Games. Chess for adults 55+, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 S. Stafford St., Arlington. All levels of players welcome. No fee. Information: 703-228-0555.
Bridge Games. Social bridge games for adults 55+ at four senior centers. Call Office of Senior Adult Programs for days and times at 703-228-4744 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Bingo. Bingo for adults 55+, 1 p.m., $2 per card, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. For more details, 703-228-4403.
Health Talk. Soon to be eligible or new to Medicare participants are invited to a free information session to learn the basics, 2 p.m., Arlington Agency on Aging, 7th floor, 3033 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. Pre-registration preferred but not necessary. Information: 703-228-1700.
Muscle Strength. Improving muscular strength, preserving bone density and maintaining joint flexibility are the goals in exercise classes for adults 55+ at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions or $3.50 per drop-in class. Information: 703-228-4745.
Fitness. Certified fitness coach onsite 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center weight room, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machines, weight machines, free weights. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions. Information, 703-228-4745.
Health Practice. Open Tai Chi practices, 2 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., 703-228-5722. No fee. Open practices also available at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, 703-228-4403 and Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., 703-228-0555.
Seated Exercise. Fitness instructors Linda Bell and Linda Bernstein teach seated exercise classes at Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per drop-in class. Information: 703-228-0555.
Walkers. The Walter Reed Walkers, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., will walk along the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria, 9:30 a.m. Cost is $2.50; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Crafters. The Yarn Crafters at Aurora Hills Senior Center will knit and crochet items for Arlington charities, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Yarn and patterns provided. Donations of washable yarn appreciated. Information: 703-228-5722.
Tuesday/Feb. 10
Technology Question. Still have questions about the Feb. 17 switch from analog to digital TV broadcasting? Get answers at 11 a.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. Free. Details, call 703-228-4406.
Lecture. Seminar on downsizing for adults 55+ conducted by Matthew Quinn, Quinn’s Auction Galleries, 11 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Time for Q&A. Free. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Exercise. Fun and energetic low impact aerobics classes for adults 55+, 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 classes for adults 55+, beginners, 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. Details: 703-228-0555.
Assessment. Personal assessments for adults 55+ to determine level of fitness followed by individualized plan working with fitness coach, Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Call Bernadette Cheatham, 703-228-4771 for appointment. Cost is $130, which includes assessment and three fitness sessions.
Walking Group. Indoor walking group at Langston-Brown Senior Center will meet 9:30 a.m., 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Information: 703-228-5321.
Games. Pickleball for adults 55+, beginners, 12:30– 3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-0955. Pickleball also available for intermediate and advanced, Monday, Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd Street. Cost is $15 OSAP registration fee. Information: 703-228-4745.
Games. Volleyball for adults 55+, 1:30 p.m. (practice), 2 p.m. (games), Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-5321.
Music Rehearsal. Rehearsal for Voices of Arlington, adults 55+, multicultural chorus, 10 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Information: 703-485-5745.
Table Games. Table tennis for adults 55+, 10 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Information: call 703-228-0955.
Card Games. Wild card poker, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-0555.
Wednesday/Feb. 11
Health Monitoring. Free blood pressure monitoring for adults 55+, 12:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Call to sign up, 703-228-0555.
Art Trip. Seniors will visit the National Gallery of Art to view the “Pompeii and the Roman Villa; Art and Culture Around Naples,” exhibit. Cost is $9. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Video Game. Wii Fit video exercises programs available 1:30 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome, space is limited. Call to register, 703-228-0555. Wii Fit also available at Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St. Call for days and times, 703-228-5321.
Walking Club. The Walking Club of Arlington for adults 55+ will travel to the National Zoo, 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.
Sports. Open practice for women’s (55+) basketball players, 7 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center gymnasium, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Practice skills, play 3 on 3 half court scrimmages. Bring a basketball. Free. Information: 703-228-4745.
Music Lessons. Team or individual piano lessons for adults 55+ available at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Taught by Ruthann Pippenger of “Piano on the Run.” Cost is $15 per half hour session. Call for appointment, 703-228-4403.
Dance. Jane Franklin Dance troupe will lead creative movement workshop for adults 55+, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-5321.
Art Class. Drawing and painting techniques workshop series for adults 55+, taught by Jennifer Droblyen, community arts teacher, begins 10:30 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Thursday/Feb. 12
Discussion. Open discussion with adults 55+ about physical intimacy and healthy sex, led by public health nurse Patti O’Neill, R.N., 10:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-5321.
Volunteer. Meals on Wheels representative Pat Fisher will discuss MoW volunteer opportunities for adults 55+, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome; drop-in. Information: 703-228-0955.
Talk. David Farner, manager, Fort C.F. Smith Park will discuss Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War and the history of Fort C. F. Smith, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center. 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details: 703-228-0955.
Friday/Feb. 13
Technology Program. Cyberseniors/Cyberteens, intergenerational computer training program offered at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Five four-hour courses, $20 each with tens assisting seniors. Call or drop by, 10 a.m. – noon, 703-228-6425 or 703-228-0555.
Fast Walkers. Fast paced walking group for adults 55+ will meet 9:30 a.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Information: 703-228-5722.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will walk along Holmes Run Trail, Alexandria, 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Lunch. Valentine’s Day luncheon for adults 55+, noon, Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Pasta, meatballs, salad, rolls, dessert. Musical entertainment by Songfellows barbershop quartet. Cost is $6. Register by noon Feb. 11 by calling 703-228-5722.
Celebration. Smoothies party for early Valentine’s celebration, 10:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Bring a favorite fruit, Center will provide the rest. Free. Call to sign up, 703-228-5321.
Games. Duplicate bridge games for adults 55+, 10:30 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Cost is $4.50; newcomers welcome. For more information, call Anne Gress, 703-243-7714.
Trip. The historic Heart in Hand Restaurant, Clifton, Va. is the destination of seniors. Cost is $30. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Free Booklet. Adults 55+ are encouraged to call Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., for a complimentary copy of its 55+ Program Guide and registration application, 703-228-4721.
Saturday/Feb. 14
Honor Celebration. Nine elders from Arlington’s African-American community will be honored for their community contributions during a Harambee Ceremony, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Harambee in Swahili means working together for a common purpose. Free. Information: 703-228-0948.
Sunday/Feb. 15
Performance and Dinner. The Kennedy Center will host seniors for a performance of the New Tang Dynasty Divine Performing Arts Spectacular 2009. Cost is $110 (includes dinner in Chinatown). Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4849. Registration required.
Monday/Feb. 16
Senior centers closed for President’s Day.
Tuesday/Feb. 17
Ballet. Seniors will attend an Open Rehearsal of the American Ballet Theatre at The Kennedy Center. Cost is $19. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Business Talk. Learn how to buy and sell on eBay, 7 p.m., adults 55+, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Brain Exercise. Introductory mental exercise class for adults 55+ teaches how to approach and solve Sudoku puzzles, 1 p.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Small classes; free. Call to register, 703-228-4403.
English Language. Practice English/Spanish dialogue, adults 55+, 1 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Free. Details, 703-228-5321.
Aerobics. Fun low impact aerobics class and strength training for adults 55+, 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 classes for adults 55+, beginners, 10 a.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Includes 30-minute cardiovascular workout. Cost is $3.50 per drop-in class. Details, 703-228-0555.
Weight Room. Exclusive weight room hours for adults 55+ with certified fitness coaches, 7– 11 a.m., Sat., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Learn how to use cardio exercise equipment. Cost is $56 for 16 sessions. For information, call 703-228-4745.
Walking Group. Indoor walking group for adults 55+, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-5321.
Games. Pickleball for beginners, adults 55+, 12:30– 3 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-0955.
Games. Volleyball for adults 55+, 1:30 p.m. (practice), 2 p.m. (games), Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-5321.
Music. Multi-cultural chorus for adults 55+, 10 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No experience necessary; no fee; weekly rehearsals. For information, call 703-228-0955.
Games. Table tennis for adults 55+, 10 a.m. – noon, Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. All levels of players welcome; no fee. Details, 703-228-0955.
Card Games. Social bridge games for adults 55+, 10 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St. No fee. For more information, call 703-241-0557.
Card Games. Wild Card Poker games for adults 55+, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome who would like to learn welcome. Details, 703-228-0555.
Stamp Club. The Rubber Stamping Club at Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, will meet 11:30 a.m., to create all occasion cards and collage style greetings. Cost is $1. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Talk. A discussion about changes after retirement will be held 2:30 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Conducted by Arlington transitions counselor Rachel Thompson. Free. For more information, call 703-228-5321.
Wednesday/Feb. 18
Exercise. Seated exercise classes for adults 55+, 9 a.m., Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St., Arlington. Cost is $3.50 per class; drop-in. Details, call 703-228-0555.
Health Care Talk. Adult day health care in Arlington will be discussed 6 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Program presented by Nancy Connors, admissions coordinator, Madison Adult Day Health Care Center. Free. Register early by calling 703-228-4403.
Card Games. Duplicate bridge games for adults 55+, 10 a.m. -1:30 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St. Cost is $4.50; newcomers welcome. For more information, call Anne Gress, 703-243-7714.
Strength. Senior strength training classes for intermediate and advanced, 9 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St., Arlington. Cost is $56 for 16 classes or $3.50 drop-in. For more information, 703-228-4745.
Walking Club. The Walking Club of Arlington for adults 55+ will walk around Hains Point, 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.
Practice. Open basketball practice for women (50+), 7 p.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center gym, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. Practice skills, play 3 on 3 half-court scrimmages. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-4745.
Music Lessons. Piano lessons for adults 55+, group or individual, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Call 1-3 p.m. to schedule appointment, 703-228-4403. Cost is $15 per half-hour session.
Workshop. Creative movements workshop for adults 55+, led by choreographer Jane Franklin, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No experience necessary; no fee. Details, 703-228-5321.
Author Discussion. Quotes by author Maya Angelou will be discussed in celebration of Black History Month, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown Senior Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St., Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. Details, 703-228-5321.
Class. Card making class using rubber stamps, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. No experience necessary; $5 fee. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Thursday/Feb. 19
Discussion. Open discussion for adults 55+ about physical intimacy, led by public health nurse Patti O’Neill, R.N., 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. Free; newcomers welcome. For more information, 703-228-0955.
Woodcarvers. The Lee Woodcarvers group, Lee Senior Center, will hold an open workshop 1 p.m. No fee. Details, 703-228-0555.
Tea. Afternoon Tea for seniors at the restored Baliwick Inn, Fairfax. Cost is $52. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4749. Registration required.
Job Preparation. Employment counselor Jack Dunne will counsel adults 55+ on preparing for job interviews, 1 p.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. No fee. Call to register, 703-228-0955.
Friday/Feb. 20
Comedy. Aurora Hills Senior Center’s Comedy Club will meet 10:30 a.m. to relive classic radio and TV comedy shows, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Free. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Potluck and Discussion. A discussion on the history of U.S. Presidents, potluck soup and salad lunch and musical entertainment for adults 55+, noon, Aurora Hills Senior Center, 735 S. 18th St., Arlington. Cost is potluck dish; newcomers welcome. Register by noon, Feb. 18, by calling 703-228-5722.
Music Group. The music appreciation group at Culpepper Garden Senior Center will discuss Australian soprano Joan Sutherland, 1 p.m., 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. No fee; newcomers welcome. For more information, call 703-228-4403.
Walkers. The Lee Walkers, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Hwy., will walk along the Brightwood Urban Trail, D.C., 10 a.m. Cost is $2; newcomers welcome. Call to register, 703-228-0555.
Fast Walkers. 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. Call to register, 703-228-5722.
Games. Scrabble for adults 55+, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St., Arlington. All level of players welcome. Free. For more information, call 703-228-0955.
Technology. Cyberseniors/Cyberteens, intergenerational computer training classes for adults 55+, Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington. Five four-hour classes. Call or drop-in, 10 a.m. – noon.
Saturday/Feb. 21
Exercise. Open Tai Chi practice, adults 55+, 12:30 p.m., Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive, Arlington. Free; newcomers welcome. For information, call 703-228-4403.
Festival. Feel the Heritage Festival, celebrating the culture and history of Arlington County’s African Americans, noon to 5 p.m., Drew Community Center, 3500 S. 24th Street. Free. For more information, call 703-228-5339, 703-228-5702.
Performance. A matinee performance of “The Heavens are Hung in Black,” is on the agenda for seniors, in the newly renovated Ford’s Theatre in the District. Cost is $39. Call Arlington Senior Adult Travel, 703-228-4849. Registration required.