55+ Programs are virtual or outdoors, following the Governor’s Forward Virginia guidelines. You must have a 55+ Membership to attend ($20 annual fee). Learn more at https://parks.arlingtonva.us/, search 55+ member. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747, option 3.
Outdoor Program: 11/13
Aurora Hills fast paced walking group, Friday, Nov. 13, 9-10 a.m., 735 S. 18th Street. Registration #911109-18.
Virtual Programs: 11/12-13/20
Artists’ chat to discuss composition, techniques, materials, Thursday, Nov. 12, 4 – 5 p.m. Registration # 911301-21.
Songs from Broadway and movie musicals, live performance, Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-2 p.m. Registration # 911802-7.
USS Houston, World War II warship, a story of heroism and survival, Thursday, Nov. 12, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Includes recorded first hand account by survivor Otto Schwarz. Registration # 911400-22.
History discussion focuses on cultural, economic, artistic and political events, Thursday, Nov. 12, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Registration # 911402-19.
The study of words and the history of the English language, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Registration # 911402-22.
Movie discussion focusing on “20th Century Women,” Thursday, Nov. 12, 3-4 p.m., Registration # 911402-26.
What is the Cloud presentation by Tech Guru Nick Englund, Thursday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Registration # 911403-39.
Healthy living for the brain, Friday, Nov. 13, 11 a.m. – noon. Registration #911500-09.
Know your ephemera (collections), Friday, Nov. 13, 11:35 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration # 911400-26
Outdoor Programs: 11/18-20/20
55+ Walk, from Bluemont Park, 601 N. Manchester St., Wednesday, Nov. 18, 9-10 a.m., Registration # 911109-21.
Aurora Hills Fast Forwards, fast paced walking group, 2 – 3 mile loop from 735 S. 18th Street, Friday, Nov. 20, 9-10:30 a.m. Registration # 911109-19.
Virtual Programs: 11/16-20/20
Painting demonstration Monday, Nov. 16, 10:30 a.m. – noon. Additional information with registration # 911301-20.
A Century of Carlins in Arlington, presented by Karl VanNewkirk, director, Arlington Historical Society, Monday, Nov. 16, 1:30-3 p.m. Registration # 911400-24.
Garden group discusses plants for winter, Monday, Nov. 16, 1-2:30 p.m. Facilitated by horticulturist Kirsten Conrad and Master Gardeners. Registration # 911401-4.
Documentary discussion, “Antarctica: A Year on Ice (2017),” Wednesday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m. – noon. Registration # 911402-17.
Wake and Make, early morning paint and draw activity, Monday, Nov. 16, 7-8 a.m. Registration # 911301-15.
Stop Mumbling, I Can’t Hear You, 10 effective communications strategies for persons with hearing loss, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911500-12.
Rock Music legends, Neil Young and The Band, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2-3:15 p.m. Registration # 911802-10.
Travel Trivia game, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Registration # 911601-4.
Open Mic online, individual three minute performances, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911802-8.
What is Probate? Elder Law Attorney Ed Zetlin uncovers the mystery of probate, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1-2 p.m. Registration # 911404-5.
What is Tik Tok, demonstration and Q&A, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911403-38.
Middle East Peace Accords, discussion led by Bob Budoff, vice president, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911400-25.
Genealogical research, Part 1, Thursday, Nov. 19, 3-4:30 p.m.. Registration # 911400-20.
History discussion focuses on cultural, economic, artistic and political events, Thursday, Nov. 19, 1-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911402-20.
The Wild West in Arlington, presented by local historian George Axiotis, Thursday, Nov. 19, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Registration # 911400-28.
Acupuncture pros and cons, presented by Nurse Practitioner and acupuncturist Rebecca Reynolds, Friday, Nov. 20, 10-11 a.m. Registration # 911500-10.