Contact: Judy Massabny, jmassa@arlingtonva.us
55+ Programs are virtual, indoors at 55+ Centers and outdoors. A 55+ Membership is required to participate ($20 annual fee). To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Library of Virginia’s genealogy series continues with researching clemency records, Thursday, Jan 27, 3 p.m. Registration # 912400-13.
It takes a village in Arlington, presented by Wendy Zenker, executive director, Arlington Neighborhood Village, Thursday, Jan. 27, 11:30 a.m. Registration # 912400-28.
Who was John M. Langston, presented by Saundra Brown, Langston Boulevard Alliance, Thursday, Jan. 27, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 912400-29.
Social art swap between 55+ members, Thursday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Details and registration # 912300-04.
Just beneath the surface of paintings by three famous artists, Friday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. Pre4sented by community arts programmer Jim Halloran. Registration # 912302-05
Salsa instruction for beginners, no partner needed, Friday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m., Aurora Hiss 55+ Center.Registration # 912802-01.
Arts & Crafts Show featuring works by members of the 55+ community, Saturday, Jan. 29. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration # 912899-02.
Techniques of famous artists revealed, Monday, Jan. 31, 10:30 a.m. Presented by community arts programmer Jennifer Droblyen Registration # 912302-08.
Art of contemplation, artists Vermeer to Chagal, slide presentation and discussion presented by art historian Joan Hart, Monday, Jan. 31, 1 p.m., virtual, registration # 912300-06 and Aurora Hills 55+ Center, 1 p.m.,
Registration # 912300-07. 2nd part of four part series, $24, 4 sessions.
Brain games, sudoku, puzzles, trivia, led by Jacqui Stead, Monday, Jan. 31 2 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Drop in.
Ice skating, senior hour, Monday, Jan. 31, 8:30 a.m. – 9:10 a.m., MedStar Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, $1, includes skates. Pre-register at www.medstarcapitalsiceplex.com, click on Senior Public Skate.
Ukulele class, learn basic strumming, Tuesday, Feb. 1, 4:30 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration # 912304-04.
Volleyball, beginners and experienced welcome, Tuesday, Feb. 1, 3 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop in.
Local history discussion to feature Washington-Liberty High School, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 1:30 p.m. Registration # 912402-12.
Black history in Arlington (part 1) presented by Karl VanNewkirk, Arlington Historical Society. Two part program begins Wednesday, Feb. 2, 1 p.m. Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Registration # 912400-02.
Drop in basketball for women age 50+, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Bring basketball, white and dark color shirts.
Normal versus abnormal aging discussion presented by representative from the George Washington Institute for Brain Health and Dementia, Thursday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Registration # 912500-11.
Tai Chi practice, experience helpful, led by experienced volunteers, Friday, Feb. 4, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Drop in.
Spellbinders, volunteer storytellers, to meet for continuing education, support and camaraderie, Friday, Feb. 4, 9:30 a.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center Registration # 912301-07
Early morning art activity with community arts programmer Jennifer Droblyen, Monday, Feb. 7, 9 a.m. Registration # 912303-03.
Recreating art masterpieces, Monday, Feb. 7, 1 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Registration # 912303-11.
Step-by-step painting demonstration with a community arts programmer, Monday, Feb. 7, 10:30 a.m. Registration # 912303-19.
Ice skating, exclusive time for 55+ members, Mondays, 8:10-9:10 a.m., MedStar Capitals Iceplex, Ballston Mall, level 8. Skate rental, $1; parking $1. Drop in.
Samsung phone help, basics and more, Tuesday, Feb. 8, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Bring device and specific questions. Registration # 912909-01.
Rock music legends, Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen, Tuesday, Feb. 8, 1:30 p.m. Registration
# 912400-34.
Continuum of care professionals discuss options, answer questions, Tuesday, Jan. 8, 1 p.m.. Registration # 912500-15.
Black history in Arlington, Part 2, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Presented by Karl VanNewkirk, Arlington Historical Society. Registration # 912400-03.
History roundtable, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 11:15 a.m., the impact of WWII on history. Registration
# 912402-09.
The Rocking Chairs rock-n-roll band, open rehearsal, hits from the 50s through the 70s, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 11:30 a.m., Madison Community Center. Drop in.
Open art studio for artists who work at their own pace, no instruction or materials available, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 11, 11 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Drop in.
Sgt. Rodney M. Davis, one of only 88 African-Americans to receive the Congressional Medal
of Honor for extraordinary courage and patriotism, Thursday, Feb. 10, 1:30 p.m. Presented b John Hollis, author of Davis’ awe-inspiring story. Registration # 912400-30.
Line dance classes, beginner level, Thursday, Feb. 10, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center; Friday, Feb. 11, 10:30 a.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Drop in.
Movie discussion, “The Last Daughter,” (2021), Thursday, Feb. 10, 3 p.m. Registration # 912402-06.
Mah Jongg, American style, Thursday, Feb. 10, noon-4 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 12, noon – 3:45 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Drop in.
Open House at Arlington Mill 55+ Center, Saturday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Preview programs, visit open art studio, meet staff. Registration # 912899-01.