Contact: Judy Massabny, jmassa@arlingtonva.us
55+ Programs are virtual. A 55+ Membership is required to attend ($20 annual fee). Learn more at parks.arlingtonva.us, search 55+ member. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Virtual & Outdoor Programs
Virtual Fitness Challenge begins Tuesday, June 1 and ends Saturday, Nov. 6 at 3 p.m. Run, walk, hike, bike. For more information and to register, call 703-228-4747. Registration # 914899-01.
Drumming Circle, Tuesday, June 1, 10 a.m., Langston-Brown Community Center basketball court, 2121 N. Culpeper Street. Registration # 914300-07.
55+ Live! Talk Show, up-to-date preview of programs and activities, Tuesday, June 1, noon.
Registration # 914801-13.
Yarn creations group meets for informal sharing of ideas and fellowship, Tuesday, June 1, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 914703-01.
Book club to meet at Langston-Brown 55+ Center, 2121 N. Culpepper St., to discuss “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett, Wednesday, June 2, 11 a.m. Registration # 914402-01.
Local history discussion group to focus on Ye Olde Arlington Antique Shoppes, Wednesday, June 2, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 914402-10.
Open Mic talent slots, sign up for a three to five minute slot by emailing lpaig@arlingtova.us.
Travel Trivia, stimulating challenge, Thursday, June 3, 11 a.m. Registration # 914601-01.
Arlington’s Magnolia Bog, wetlands near the Four Mile Run watershed, hear from Natural Resources Manager Alonso Abugattas, Thursday, June 3, 10 a.m. Registration # 914400-22.
Afternoon hangout with fellow 55+ members, casual conversation, Thursday, June 3, 3 p.m. Registration # 914801-19.
Basic drawing class, hone skills through keeping a sketchbook, Friday, June 4, 1:30 p.m. Presented by art instructor Ruth King. Registration # 914301-02.
Armchair travel group to view video of sheer cliffs and rock formations in Bryce Canyon National Park, Southern Utah, Friday, June 4, 3 p.m. Registration # 914402-18.
Virtual tour of artworks and artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, led by a museum guide, Friday, June 4, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 902106-02.
Marjorie Merriweather Post’s Hillwood Estate, Museum, Gardens and collections, Friday, June 4, 6 p.m. Registration # 902106-01. Presented by a volunteer docent, view photos and archival images, ask questions in real time.
The vital role of pollinators, presented by Arlington County Park Naturalist Ken Rosenthal,
Monday, June 6, 7 p.m. Registration # 914400-23.
Art Circle, four part series of workshops to develop inner creativity begins Monday, June 7, 1 p.m., Virginia Highlands Plaza, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914301-01.
Tai Chi practice with experienced volunteers, Monday, June 7, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Park, 1600 S. Hayes St, registration # 914105-13; Tuesday, June 8, 10 a.m., Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 2501 S. 2nd Street. Registration # 914105-01.
Outdoor needle craft group works on knitting and crocheting projects, Monday, June 7, 10 a.m.
Registration # 914703-20.
Monday morning “Hi Neighbor” visit with fellow 55+ members for casual conversation, Monday, June 7, 10 a.m. Registration # 914801-01.
Piano lounge music with Valerie Welsh, listen or play along, popular classics, movie themes and more, Tuesday, June 8, 2 p.m. Registration # 914802-01.
Rock music legend Van Morrison, career and examples of his work, Tuesday, June 8, 1:30 p.m.
Registration # 914400-09.
History roundtable topic, the impact of the Vikings, Tuesday, June 8, 11:15 a.m. Registration # 914402-13.
Documentary discussion, “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,” Wednesday, June 9, 2 p.m. Registration # 914402-07.
The study of words, phrases and expressions, Wednesday, June 9, 10:30 a.m. Registration # 914402-16.
Controlling clutter, learn how to get organized, Wednesday, June 9, 10 a.m. Presented by Virginia Cooperative Extension master finance volunteers. Registration # 914404-01.
Scenic bike ride with fellow 55+ members, led by experienced biker, 15-18 miles, average pace 10mph, Thursday, June 10, 10 a.m. Registration # 914100-07.
Favorite vegan dishes, Thursday, June 10, 3 p.m. Registration # 914502.
Movie discussion group to review “Mank,” a biographical drama about screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz (Citizen Kane), Thursday, June 10, 3 p.m. Registration # 914402-04.
Line dance in the park, easy for beginners, Friday, June 11, 10 a.m., Virginia Highlands Park, 1600 S. Hayes Street. Registration # 914100-01.