“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. 

55+ Centers will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 23 and Fri., Nov. 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Paint & Sip, paint along with Community Arts Programmer Jennifer Droblyen and recreate artworks on display at local museums, Thurs., Nov. 16, 10 a.m., virtual. Register #911303-14.

The historical significance of Hiawatha, chief of the Onandoga Nation and subject of Longfellow’s poem “The Song of Hiawatha.” Presented by Professor Mary McCutcheon of George Mason University. Thurs., Nov. 16, 11:30 a.m., virtual. Register #911400-27.

Movie Matinee, “The Adam Project” (2022) (PG-13), Thurs., Nov. 16, 1 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Registration #911804-11.

Discussion group focused on economic, cultural and political history, led by Dwight Rodgers of Encore Learning. Thurs., Nov. 16, 1 p.m., virtual. Register #911402-13.

Walk Your Way to Brain Health, presented by award-winning author Martha Murphy. Walking can improve health, creativity, mood and lower your risk of cognitive decline. Thurs., Nov. 16, 1:30 p.m., virtual. Register #911500-13.

How to Navigate Social Media, discussion of different social media platforms and how to use them with 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez. Thurs., Nov. 16, 6 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Register #911403-06.

Beneath the surface and behind the scenes of three artists’ techniques, context and history, presented by Community Arts Programmer Jim Halloran. Fri., Nov. 17, 10 a.m., virtual. Register #911302-06.

Play Bunco, a fun dice game of luck, no experience needed. Fri., Nov. 17, 1:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Register #911600-09.

55+ Travel group will enjoy a guided tour of the “Art and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy” Exhibit at the Kennedy Center, Fri., Nov. 17. Cost $9, Arlington County resident; $11, out-of-county resident. Register #902311-05.

Silent Auction and Ice Cream Social, shop for unique gifts and support the 55+ Program, Sat., Nov. 18, 2 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Cost: $3, paid online or at the door. Register #911899-04.

Latte Lounge, enjoy a hot or cold latte made by volunteer barista Ben Childers, Mon., Nov. 20, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Register #911801-04.

Chess players of all levels are invited to enjoy games, camaraderie and the mental challenge. Mon., Nov. 20, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Madison 55+ Center. Drop-in.

Yarn Crafters, make hand-knit and crocheted items for Arlington charity organizations. Instruction and materials are available. Mon., Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Drop-in.

Short Story Reading and Discussion, take turns reading aloud from “The Storm” by Kate Chopin and share thoughts and opinions afterwards. Discussion led by 55+ volunteer Bill Turner. Mon., Nov. 20, 1-2:30 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center, register #911402-21 or virtual, register #911402-22.

Genealogy 101, meet with other genealogy enthusiasts and experienced genealogist Eileen Bogdanoff to share information and tools and learn about your family’s roots. Tues., Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Register #911402-03.

Join volunteers Linda and Steve Robinson for instruction and practice games of Bridge in a friendly environment. Tues., Nov. 21, 2-4 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center. Drop-in.

Join friendly games of volleyball for players of all experience levels. Tues., Nov. 21, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.

Introduction to Ukulele, join volunteer instructor Sandy O’Shea for a beginner lesson on the ukulele, Tues., Nov. 21, 4-4:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center, register #911304-04. Feel free to stay for the intermediate class afterwards, Tues., Nov. 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Walter Reed 55+ Center, register #911304-08. Limited ukuleles are available.

Morning Meetup, start your day off right with great conversation and friends. Bring your own coffee. Wed., Nov. 22, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Langston-Brown 55+ Center. Drop-in.

Open Art Studio, bring your own materials and join other artists to work on your projects at your own pace. Wed., Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Arlington Mill 55+ Center. Drop-in.

View feed-good flick “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” with 55+ friends. Wed., Nov. 22, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Aurora Hills 55+ Center. Register #911804-08.

Local History Discussion, join other history enthusiasts to learn about Arlington’s rich past. This month’s topic is Fort Myer. Wed., Nov. 22, 1:30-2:45 p.m., Lubber Run 55+ Center. Register #911402-06.

Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving buffet lunch at Dutch’s Daughter restaurant with the 55+ Travel group. Thurs., Nov. 23, cost: $71, Arlington resident, $82, out-of-county resident. Register #902311-06.