Parks & Recreation Events

55+ Walks

30 Oct 2024 Stay active with friendly walking companions. We’ll explore nearby trails and neighborhoods in a fun, safe manner. Destinations may be changed or excursions canceled for inclement weather.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Halloween Dance Party

30 Oct 2024 Whether you choose a creative costume or prefer a classic look, this event invites you to fully embrace the Halloween spirit. Come join us for a fantastic morning of dancing, costumes and fun! Open to all ages: no 55+ Pass required.

Arlington Mill, 909 South Dinwiddie Street,  22204

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Death Cafe

30 Oct 2024 A Death Café is a group-directed discussion about death with the purpose of increasing awareness of death and helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Facilitated by Kathleen Garces-Foley, founding director of Arlington's Coalition to Improve Advance Care and professor of religious studies at Marymount University. Refreshments will be provided.

Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Pre-K: Bats & Caves

30 Oct 2024 Ages: 3 - 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per mont

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature

Movies at Aurora Hills

30 Oct 2024 Enjoy classic and modern movies at Aurora Hills with fellow 55+ friends. Sept. 20, True Story: Nyad (2023) (PG-13); Oct. 30, Halloween Flick: Ghostbusters (1984) (PG); Nov. 27, Dynamic Duo: Being the Ricardos (2021) (R).

Aurora Hills Center, 735 18th St S,  22202

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Taxidermy Academy for Teens

30 Oct 2024 Teens ages 12 to 17. Get an up-close look at our preserved wildlife collection of mammals, hawks and ducks and watch a taxidermy demonstration. We'll learn about the history and lore of animal taxidermy and make hands-on discoveries from our skin and fur

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature

Spooky Trivia and Social

31 Oct 2024 Join us for a morning of eerie and spooky trivia fun! Enjoy some ghoulish snacks while sipping frightfully good coffee. Dress in a costume for a special Halloween treat! Sponsored by the Langston-Brown 55+ Advisory Committee.

Langston Center, 2121 N Culpeper St,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Introduction to Basic Spanish

31 Oct 2024 If you’ve always wished you could speak Spanish, now is your chance to learn the basics! Lubber Run 55+ Center Director and fluent Spanish speaker Ashley Gomez Figueredo will introduce you to some basic Spanish vocabulary, grammar and conversational phrases to get you started. No previous experience necessary. This is a seven-part series of classes that build on each other, but feel free to come

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Upton Hill Invasive Plant Removal

31 Oct 2024 Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors.

Upton Hill Regional Park, 6060 Wilson Boulevard,  22205

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Tagged as: , Environment

Beginners Latin Dance Class

31 Oct 2024 Latin dance class for beginners. Learn the basic steps to Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Bachata.

Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr,  22203

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Tagged as: , Classes, Community events & fundraisers, Fitness, Parks & Recreation, Adults, Families, Kids, Older Adults, Teens