Flourishing after 55
Office of 55+ Programs
Department of Parks and Recreation
300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203
703-228-4721
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate (starting at a $30 annual fee). To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) looking for volunteers to assist event directors at a variety of events, Sept. 19 – Oct. 10 plus person to write press releases and contact potential Patrons. Experienced volunteer Webmaster also needed. Email Judy Massabny for further details at jmassa@arlingtonva.us.
55+ Ice Skating, Mondays at the MedStar Capitals Iceplex in Ballston Quarter, parking ($1) on roof level 8, Fee ($1) includes skate rental, 8:40-9:50 a.m. Pre-registration required at https://www.medstarcapitalsiceplexiceplex.com, register for Senior Public Skate.
Retire well, live well, three-part series starting Monday, March 9, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Session 1 covers Social Security, tax planning, early retirement and IRA accounts. Presented by 55+ Center Director Emily Ingram and Wealth Advisor Brian Fyock. Registration #913404-01. Sign up separately for each session. No 55+ Pass needed.
Meet the Beatles-Part II, concert and sing-along of 22 of the best Beatles tunes, Monday, March 9, 10:30 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center, registration # 913304-14; Wednesday, March 11, 1 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center, registration # 913304-15; Thursday, March 12, 11 a.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center, registration # 913304-16; Friday, March 13, 11 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center, registration # 913304-17. Led by pianist Ken Schellenberg,
Singers Judy McVerry, Sherry Hickey and Cameron Fletcher.
Reader’s Theater, fun reading of vintage radio plays, everybody gets a part, music by pianist Ken Schellenberg, Tuesday, March 10, 5:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Registration # 913301-16.
Supper Club, bring your own dinner, non-alcoholic beverages and dessert provided by Arlington Mill 55+ Center, Wednesday, March 11, 6 p.m. Registration # 913801-01.
Third Act Dance Ensemble, join this weekly group of folks who love to dance and learn an original piece of choreography, Wednesdays, March 11- May 20, 1:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Be prepared to rehearse then perform. Cost $99, 11 sessions. Registration # 913802-01.
Bootcamp, total body workout with certified trainer Candice Kaup, Wednesdays March 11 to May 27, 1:30 p.m., Long Bridge Aquatics. All fitness levels welcome. Cost $66, 12 sessions. Registration # 913100-01.
Paper quilling, create beautiful, raised images from paper strips using basic tools, Thursday, March 12, 1:30 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Learn from instructor Joni Leonardo. Supplies provided. Cost $20. Registration # 913310-04.
Travel group will celebrate spirit of St. Patrick’s Day early with a festive lunch at the Celtic House Restaurant, Thursday, March 12. Cost $12, Arlington residents; $14, non-residents. Meal not included in trip cost. Registration # 902603-02.
Celebrate National Nutrition Month, program presented by Virginia Cooperative Extension to help participants make smart food choices and build healthy habits, Thursday, March 12, 10 a.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration # 913501-05.
Digital peace of mind presentation in a two-part series by 55 + volunteer Barbara Fillup, Friday, March 13, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Session one teaches how to declutter files and protect privacy and personal data. Registration # 913403-03. Sign up separately for session 2: Friday, March 20, 1 p.m., manage your digital legacy and explore research tools, registration # 913403-04
Spring Fever, a Silent Disco outdoors on the Plaza at Arlington Mill 55+ Center, Friday, March 13, 4 p.m. Listen to Oldies and Top 40s Hits or smooth jazz through headphones while dancing, painting or sipping mocktails. Teens and 55+ friends will enjoy an evening of music, creativity and fun. Registration # 913899-02.
St. Patrick’s Day luncheon, Friday, March 13, 12:30 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Enjoy traditional Irish food and music. Register by March 6. Registration # 913899-01.
First Friday Social, relaxed gathering with light refreshments, music and fun, Friday, March 13, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration # 913801-04.
Gyrokinesis, an original movement method which coordinates movement, breathing and mental focus, Saturdays, March 14 through May 30, 8:10 a.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Cost $61, 11 sessions. Registration # 913100-02.