“Flourishing After 55”
Office of 55+ Programs
Department of Parks and Recreation
300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers, unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate (starting at a $20 annual fee). To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Intro to basic Spanish, six-part series of classes begin Thursday, Dec. 14, 12:30 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center, virtual. 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez Figueredo will teach basic vocabulary, grammar and phrases. Registration # 912650-01.
55+ Travel group heads to Winterthur, DE to view the Getting Dressed with Ann Lowe exhibit featuring the stunning collection of her 40 iconic gowns, Thursday, Dec. 14. Cost $48, Arlington resident; $55, non-resident. Registration # 902312-08.
Karaoke for the holidays, sing along in many languages and share traditions, Thursday, Dec. 14, 6 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Registration # 912890-05.
Arlington Food Assistance Center representative will discuss the organization’s service to over 2000 families per week, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m., virtual. Registration # 912400-06.
Explore the art of Alma Thomas, famous 20th century artist known for her bold abstract paintings, Thursday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m., virtual. Community Arts Programmer Jennifer Droblyen will present an introduction to Thomas’ life and work. Registration # 912302-03.
Demonstration on how to use a mobile phone and apps like Google Maps to navigate, Friday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Presented by 55+ Center Director Jennifer Weber. Registration # 912403-02.
Behind the scenes of three artists, their history and techniques, Friday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m., virtual. Presented by Community Arts Programmer Jim Halloran. Registration # 912302-04.
Advanced gyrokinesis fitness classes begin Friday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Movements increase in intensity, rhythm and flow. Cost $45, 9 sessions. Registration # 912100-04. Please bring a mat.
Aurora Hills 55+ Center is collecting gently used coats and jackets, Friday, Dec. 15, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. to be distributed to the Salvation Army after cleaning by Crest Advanced Dry Cleaners. Registration # 912890-06. Additional information, 703-228-5722.
55+ Travel will join Community Arts Programmer Jennifer Droblyen for a tour of “Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas” at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Saturday, Dec. 16. Cost $11, Arlington resident; $13, non-resident. Registration # 902312-09.
Short story reading and discussion of “A Christmas Memory” by Truman Capote, Monday, Dec. 18, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center, registration # 912402-22 or virtual, registration # 912402-23.
Aurora Hills 55+ Center book club to discuss “Kristin Lavansdatter” by Sigrid Undset, Monday, Dec. 18, 11:30 a.m. Drop-in.
Secrets revealed of famous artists and their distinctive techniques presented by Community Arts Programmer Jennifer Droblyen, Monday, Dec. 18, 10:30 a.m., virtual. Registration # 912302-07.
Genealogy 101, share research information and tools with fellow genealogy enthusiasts, Tuesday, Dec. 19, 11:30 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Led by experienced genealogist Eileen Bogdanoff. Registration # 912402-01.
Acoustic Café, enjoy the vibe of a 1960s coffee house with live music by Mood Indigo and Crooked Sparrow, Tuesday, Dec. 19, 7 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Registration # 912301-01.
Holiday cookie recipe swap, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Registration # 912890-08.
Opera appreciation group to hear musical selections from “Luisa Fernanda” by Federico Torroba, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 1:30 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Professional commentary by George Cecchetti. Registration # 912300-03.
Piano lounge and sing-along with holiday music performed by pianist Valerie Welsh, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 4 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Lyrics provided. Registration # 912304-15.
Vinyl records and root beer floats, Thursday, Dec. 21, 6 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Bring a record or just enjoy listening. Registration # 912801-01.
Matinee movie, “A Man Called Otto” (2022) (PG-13), Thursday, Dec. 21, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration # 912804-08.
Learn about Arlington’s community outreach services including citizen workshops, English classes, job training and more, presented Thursday, Dec. 21, 1 p.m. in English, virtual, registration # 912400-03 or 2 p.m., in Spanish, virtual, registration # 912400-04. Presented by Connie Freeman, Dept. of Human Services.
Bilingual Trivia in English and Spanish, Thursday, Dec. 21, 3 p.m., virtual. Basic knowledge of Spanish required. Beginners welcome. Registration # 912600-17.
Get Moving with Dance Bingo, Friday, Dec. 22, 11:15 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Combines cardio dancing and luck of the draw Bingo. Registration # 912600-04.
Matinee movie, “Meet Me in St. Louis” (1945) (PG), Friday, Dec. 22, 12:30 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center.Registration # 912804-04.
Seeking samba players for this intricate variation of Canasta using six decks of cards, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 1 p.m., and Friday, Dec. 29, 1:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Bridge practice with volunteer instructors Linda and Steve Robinson, Tuesday. Dec. 26, 2 – 4 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Play games and get questions answered. Drop-in.
Partner dance practice, bring your own music and device, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2:15 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Need a partner? E-mail 55+ Center Director Jennifer Weber at jweber1@arlingtonva.us.Drop-in.
Yarn Creations, casual group who like to crochet and knit, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 1 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Bring your own supplies. Drop-in.
55+ volleyball, friendly games provide fun and exercise, all skill levels are welcome, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 3:30 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Open art studio for artists who work at their own pace, Wednesday, Dec. 27 and Friday, Dec. 29,
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Drop-in. Materials and instruction not provided.
Give line dance a try, learn the basics from 55+ volunteer Hanni Cordes, Wednesday, Dec. 27, 10:15 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Current events discussion in Spanish, Wednesday, Dec. 27, 11 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Presentedby 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez. Participants need intermediate knowledge of Spanish. Registration # 912402-14.
Open rehearsal of Off Our Rockers, a grown-up garage rock-n-roll band, Wednesday, Dec. 27,
10 a.m. – 1p.m., Madison Community Center. Sing along or just listen to hits from the 50s – 70s. Drop-in.
Cardmaking workshop, tools for cutting and scoring, die cutting machines and more are provided, Thursday, Dec. 28, 1 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Canasta, a fun and easy to learn card game, Wednesday, Dec. 27, 10 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Woodcarvers share techniques and tools to turn wood into objects of beauty, Thursday, Dec. 28,
1 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Paint along with Community Arts Programmers Jennifer Droblyen and Jim Halloran to recreate artworks on display at area museums, Thursday, Dec. 28, 10 a.m., virtual. Registration # 912303-13.
Introduction to basic Spanish vocabulary, grammar and conversational phrases, Thursday, Dec. 28, 12:30 p.m., virtual. Taught by Lubber Run 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez. Registration # 912650-02.
Aurora Hills 55+ Center walkers, walk two to four miles, meet at the Center, Friday, Dec. 29,
9 a.m. Call 703-228-5722 for details. Drop-in.
Crafternoon Social Group with experienced yarn crafters who enjoy sipping tea while knitting, crocheting and needlepointing in a friendly atmosphere, Friday, Dec. 29, 3 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Group will also take a stroll around the Center’s indoor track. Drop-in.
Play pinochle and other games such as rummikub and 5 Crowns, Friday, Dec. 29, 1 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.
Cribbage, a classic yet challenging game easy-to-learn and play, Friday, Dec. 29, 10 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Drop-in.