“Flourishing After 55”
Office of 55+ Programs
Department of Parks and Recreation
300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203 703-228-4747
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.
Trivia challenge, Thursday, May 4, 11 a.m., virtual. Registration # 913600-08.
Bring healthy and pest free plants or cuttings to trade with others, Thursday, May 4, 3 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Registration # 913401-03.
Around the world to South Korea to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Thursday, May 4, 1:30 p.m., virtual. Overview of Korean culture, art, history and U.S. ties, presented by Adam Wojciechowicz from the Korean Culture Center. Registration # 913400-28.
Create personalized 3D Pop-Up holiday cards, Thursday, May 4, 12:30 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center.Materials provided, however, participants can bring additional supplies. Registration # 913310-08.
RAFT Dementia Support Program helps to keep individuals in their homes, increases caregiver resiliency and addresses family stress. Presented by Alice Straker and Sydney Palinkas from the Regional Older Adult Facilities Mental Health Support Team, Friday, May 5, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Registration # 913500-06.
Uber and Lyft, overview of ride sharing apps presented by tech guru Nick Englund, Friday, May 5, 11 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Registration # 913403-14.
Pickleball Social at Arlington Mill’s reopened gymnasium, enjoy friendly competition, music, light refreshments, Friday, May 5, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Registration # 913201-06.
Setting boundaries as a caregiver, what needs to be said and when, Monday, May 15, 10 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Presented by caregiver and epidemiologist Dr. Margaret Ulfers, George Washington University.
Registration # 913500-12.
Watch and discuss the documentary, “Cobra Gypsies” (2015), Monday, May 15, 1:30 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Registration # 913402-03.
Springo, a take on Bingo with prizes, Tuesday, May 16, 10:30 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Sign up early as space is limited. Registration # 913899-05.
Genealogy 101, share information and research tools, Tuesday, May 16, 11:30 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Led by experienced genealogist Eileen Bogdanoff. Registration # 913402-06.
Card making workshop, join the group to practice using techniques such as die cuts, embossing folders, distress inks and stamps, Tuesday, May 16, 11:30 a.m., Madison Community Center. Supplies provided. Drop-in.
Acoustic Café, live performances by local musicians, open to all ages, Tuesday, May 16, 7 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Registration # 913301-03.
Opera appreciation group will hear musical selections from “Peter Grimes” by English composer Benjamin Britten, Wednesday, May 17, 1:30 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Professional commentary by George Cecchetti. Registration # 913300-07.
Food safety at home, learn about proper food storage, expiration dates and internal refrigerator temperature,
Wednesday, May 17, 10:30 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Presented by Virginia Cooperative Extension. Registration # 913501-11.
What happens to a loved one’s possessions after their death? Hear how to be fair and avoid conflict, Wednesday, May 17, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Presented by Virginia Cooperative Extension. Registration # 913404-05.
What family possessions to keep and what to give away, presented by Matthew Quinn, Quinn’s Auction Galleries, Wednesday, May 17, 1:30 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Learn how estate sales and auctions work. Registration # 913404-06.
55+ Travel group will enjoy The Tea Cart, Shenandoah Valley’s premiere British tearoom in Berryville, VA, Wednesday, May 17. Cost $80, Arlington resident; $92, non-resident. Registration # 902305-05.
Name that Tune with musician Carl Gold, guess the titles of songs from 1950 – 1970, Thursday, May 18, 2 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Registration # 913304-12.
How to navigate social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, Thursday, May 18, 10 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Presented by 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez. Bring your phone or other device. Registration # 913403-15.
Glencarlyn Park wildlife walk after a presentation by a naturalist from Long Branch Nature Center, Thursday, May 18, 6 p.m. Registration # 913106-24.
Movie matinee at Arlington Mill 55+ Center, “Tomorrow War” (2021) (PG-13), Thursday, May 18, 1 p.m. Discussion of favorite scenes to follow. Registration # 913804-05.
Medication safety at home, proper storage and disposal can save lives, Thursday, May 18, 11 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Presented by Emily Siqveland, opioids manager, Arlington’s Dept. of Human Services. Registration # 913500-13.
Library of Virginia’s Genealogy series to focus on researching state hospital medical records, Thursday, May 18, 2 p.m., virtual. Presented by community outreach specialist Ashley Craig. Registration # 913400-34.
History discussion led by Dwight Rodgers from Encore Learning, Thursday, May 18, 1 p.m., virtual. Registration # 913402-16.
Android phone and tablet class, Thursday, May 18, 11 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Bring your device and specific questions for Q&A on Android basics with 55+ Center Director Shettima Abdulmalik. Registration
# 913403-03.
Filmmaker interest group to learn techniques for in front of and behind the camera from video expert Nick Englund, Thursday, May 18, 3 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Registration # 913403-09.
Managing Parkinson’s disease, its progression and strategies to maintain activity, engagement and health, Friday, May 19, 10 a.m., Lubber Run 55+Center. Presented by Dr. Leslie Davidson, PhD, associate professor at
George Washington University. Registration # 913500-07.
Open to the Public, Annual Trash and Treasure Sale at Aurora Hills 55+ Center, Saturday, May 20, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.. Search through household goods, decorative items, small appliances, games, toys, craft
supplies and jewelry. Drop-in. Donation of items to sell are welcome, drop off on Friday, May 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, call 703-228-5722.