: ARLINGTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION THE VOICE OF THE HILLS April 2015 OFFICE OF SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS parks.arlingtonva.us AURORA HILLS 55+ SENIOR CENTER 735 S. 18TH ST. ARLINGTON, VA 22202 (703) 228-5722 Hours: M, W, F - 10am – 3pm, (T/Th as scheduled) Senior Center Staff: LauRae D. Upchurch Instructors: Mike Zane, Peggy Finn, Jean Perry ALL SENIORS PARTICIPATING IN ARLINGTON COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITIES MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE OFFICE OF SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS AND YOUR 55+ PASS MUST BE CURRENT. PLEASE REGISTER AHEAD OF TIME FOR PROGRAMS AND CLASSES. ________________________________________________________ APRIL EVENTS & DESCRIPTIONS AROUND THE WORLD Fri., Apr. 3, 1:30-2:30pm Join traveler Ralph Driscoll for another chapter of his worldwide adventures. This time he will chronicle his journey from various destinations such as Cairo, Bangkok and Manila. THE MONUMENTAL SCULPTURE OF RODIN Mon., Apr. 6, 1-2:45pm $6/1 Along with Michelangelo, Rodin is considered one of the great sculptors of Western art. A contemporary of the then radical Impressionists, Rodin also transformed sculpture, creating works of art that communicate with us on both an emotional and spiritual level from The Kiss to The Thinker to The Burghers of Calais. Popular art historian, Joan Hart will provide an overview of his career, highlighting Rodin’s works at museums throughout the world including the Rodin Museum in Paris and Washington, D.C.‘s Hirshhorn Sculpture Garden. His romantic and professional relationship with sculptor Camille Claudel will also be discussed. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE POEM? Fri., Apr. 17, 1-2:30pm Do you remember the works of William Shakespeare, Maya Angelou, Edgar Allen Poe and Elizabeth Barrett Browning? In honor of National Poetry Month, join Aurora Hills Senior Center Director LauRae Upchurch in a poetry night event. Recite your own written work or share an all time favorite. Each poet will have a chance to orate their poem of choice to the group. EARTH FRIENDLY GARDENING Mon., Apr. 20, 1:30-2:30pm In honor of Earth Day, master gardener Carol Kilroy will lead a program on green gardening. Some of the topics to be discussed are composting, grasscycling, green landscaping and native plants. SPRING IT ON! Mon., Apr. 27, 1-2pm Ladies and gents, it's spring and time to clean, shop, create and decorate. Got any great ideas or plans to share? Bring your gardening, fashion, cooking and travel ideas to our first ever “Spring it On” event. RESTAURANT HEALTH INSPECTIONS AND FOOD SAFETY Wed., Apr. 29, 1:30-2:30pm Ever wonder what food inspectors are looking for at your favorite restaurant? Would you like some food handling safety tips of your own? Department of Human Services program manager Kimberly Brunette will teach you what to look for when dining out or hosting a dinner party of your own. LOOKING AHEAD TO MAY MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR RETIREMENT ASSETS Wed., May 13, 1-2pm Stocks, bonds, CDs, oh my…we are in an ever-changing world technologically and financially. Be savvy and learn about asset classes in this new financial landscape of the times. Financial advisor Terrence L. of Merrill Lynch, will address the changes in investing and money matters. CONTINUUM OF CARE Wed., May 20, 1:30-2:30pm Home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, post-hospital rehab – there are so many options for help and for different living arrangements as you age. You or a loved one may need some type of assistance at some point. Professionals from Synergy Home Care and other Arlington agencies including Capital Caring and Virginia Hospital Center will explain the different services available and answer questions about costs and insurance coverage. AN AFTERNOON WITH THE SULTANAS Fri., May 22, 1:30-2:30pm The Sultanas, a dance troupe based out of the Lee Senior Center, are coming to Aurora Hills! Watch them shimmy and glide through space October Ongoing Events with colorful veils and costumes using the Ancient Art Movement dance technique. After their performance, dance with the Sultanas as Director/choreographer Carmen Shippy leads you through some basic dance moves. You are sure to feel uplifted and energized. This MOVIES OF THE MONTH: Join us at the Aurora Hills Senior Center to view selected movies on the program is sponsored by the Aurora Hills Advisory Committee with refreshments to follow. Please register by May 18th. following Fridays at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Movies are free and you do not need to register. Ongoing Events Gentle Hatha Yoga Classes Mondays (March 16 - May 4) 10-11 am $40/ 8 classes Wednesdays (March 18 – May 6), 10-11 am, $32/ 8 classes Cardio Tone Exercise Classes Tuesdays 9:30 -10:30 am and Thursdays 11:00 am-noon $60/15 classes Tai Chi Practice Mondays, 2–3 pm Fun practice for beginner and intermediate students. Participant self-lead. Free. The “Fast Forwards” Walking Group Fridays, 9-10:30 am “Hills’ Belles” Line Dancing Fridays, 10-11 am. Learn the basics of line dancing, improve your technique and learn new dances! Poker Mondays, 10-12 pm Mah Jongg Mondays, noon-2:30 pm Duplicate Bridge Wednesdays, 10-1:30 pm Call for details. Cost: $5 to play. Yarn Crafters Mondays 10-1 pm Items are made for local charities. Please bring your needles or hooks with you. Patterns and yarn are supplied. Comedy Club Friday, April 24, 10:30 am Laugh along at Aurora Hills and relive the bygone days of classic comedy led by Michael Bloom! Movies select Fridays at 12:30 pm Friday, April 10th – Jersey Boys (R) Friday, April 24th – The Judge (R) Note: Every effort is made to show movies with Closed Captioning (CC) or other special features. However, there may be times when these features are not available for all movies. Please see staff for more details or to notify us of your special request (at least two weeks advance notice is preferred). TTY 711 ********************************************************************************************************* WALTER REED SENIOR CENTER HAPPENINGS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DOCENT Thurs., Apr. 9, 1-2pm Art galleries, museums, and zoos, oh my.. Barbara Miller, experienced docent, will discuss the history of houses built in colonial times, architecture and a discussion of the inhabitants who lived in these house. Among those to be discussed are Tudor Place, Dunbarton House and Carlyle House and Anderson house, which is not a federal period house but has a great history of the Society of Cincinnati. Also covered will be what a docent is and does, and the process of becoming a docent, and what opportunities may be available in the thriving and cultural rich community of NoVA and DC. NATURAL FOODS Thurs., Apr. 16, 1-2pm Spring is a great time to renew yourself and take care of your body. Celebrate the Earth by learning how to eat more naturally. Get rid of the processed foods and get some helpful tips to incorporate natural food into your everyday diet. You will feel better for it! Presented by Katie Strong, registered dietician, Virginia Cooperative Extension. BIRDING Tues., Apr. 21, 6:30-7:30pm Spring is in the air and the birds are singing their songs. Learn about different types of birds in Northern Virginia, nesting habits, courtship behaviors, and song/bird identification. Jennifer Soles, Arlington County Naturalist will provide this fun and interactive session. Newsletter is available. Call 703-228-0955 to register. ********************************************************************************************************* Aurora Hills Advisory Committee President: Marge Corletti Vice President: Sara Kelly Corresponding Secretary: Benece Leavitt Treasurer: Cathy Duthie Recording Secretary: Mily Chung Members: Fran DeLuca, Kathryn Hunter, Rebecca Jensen, Shirley Darby, David Lipman Next Advisory Committee Meeting: Monday, April 13th at 11:30 am Monday, May 4th at 11:30 am st Meetings take place on the 1 Monday of each month (unless otherwise noted) and are open to the public but please notify staff in advance if you wish to attend. Arlington County is committed to providing open and accessible programs. We can provide reasonable modifications for people with disabilities upon request. Call 703-228-5722 to speak with senior center staff or TTY 711.
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