The Voice of the Hills

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1 The Voice of the Hills AURORA HILLS 55+ SENIORCENTER 735 S. 18 TH ST. ARLINGTON, VA (703) parks.arlingtonva.us ARLINGTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE OF SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS Senior Center Director: Ashley Smith, CPRP Instructors: Mike Zane, Peggy Finn, Jean Perry December 2015 Hours: M, W, F - 10am - 3pm, (T/Th as scheduled) Dates To Remember December 24 December 25 January 1 CENTER CLOSED Gentle Hatha Yoga Classes: Mondays, November 16 January am $40/8 sessions Wednesdays, November 18 January am $32/8 sessions Cardio Tone Exercise Classes: Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30am Thursdays 11:00am - noon $60/15 sessions Tai Chi Practice: Mondays, 2-3pm Participant self-lead. Free. Fast Forwards Walkers Fridays 9-10:30am Volunteer-lead. Free. Occasional Metro Fees. Hills Belles Line Dancing: Fridays, 10-11am Poker: Mondays, 10am - noon Mah Jongg: Mondays, noon - 2:30pm Duplicate Bridge: Wednesdays, 10am - 1:30pm call for details. Cost: $5 to play. Yarn Crafters: Mondays 10am - 1 pm Items are made for local charities. Please bring your needles or hooks with you. Patterns and yarn are supplied. INCLEMENT WEATHER: For information on cancellations and delayed openings, call our Inclement Weather Hotline at or phone your senior center. You can also check online to learn about county-wide closures and delays at

2 December Programs and Events at Aurora Hills Holiday Cards for the Troops Wed. Dec. 2, 1:30-2:30 Come enjoy some hot chocolate, tea or coffee and write cards for our troops recovering at Walter Reed Hospital Nancy Connors: The Benefits of Journaling Fri. Dec. 4, 1:30-2:30 Journaling has been proven as a method of reducing stress and improving ones mood. It is a way to express your emotions and work through how they make you feel. Journaling can be a safe place to communicate and problem solve. Come Join Senior Adult Specialist, Nancy Connors, explore the many benefits of journaling as a path to well-being. Aging Backwards: Classical Stretch Wed. Dec. 9, 1:30-2:30 Charlotte Franklin, a trainer of the Aging Backwards program, will guide you through a routine that is currently sweeping the senior population. Classical Stretch has been around for 20 years and Aging Backwards is a portion of that training program that emphasizes getting the body mobile and juicing the fascia and freeing up the body: designed for the older groups of people. The Play s The Thing Fri. Dec. 11, 1:30-2:30 I once asked a teacher, What is the best way to read a play? He answered, To find out what happens next. We often forget that the experience of reading a play is meant to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Join in the reading of some of the great plays of the Modern Drama; works by Ibsen, Shaw and Chekhov works that engaged their times and which continue to shape our own. Find out what happens next in the lively adventure of the drama. Presented by Michael Heinlein. Arlington County is committed to providing open and accessible programs. We can provide reasonable modifications for people with disabilities upon request. Call to speak with senior center staff or TTY 711.

3 December Programs and Events at Aurora Hills Comedy Club Fri., Dec. 18, 10:30-11:30am Relive the bygone days of classic comedy! Enjoy video and audio selections of The Honeymooners, I Love Lucy, Sid Caesar, Milton Berle, Bill Dana and Bob and Ray, Andy Griffith just to name a few! Laugh together and share your own funny stories with our very own Mike Bloom, comedy book author and former Disney writer. Movie: Elizabeth (Rated R) Fri. Dec. 18, 12:30 2:30 A film of the early years of the reign of Elizabeth I of England and her difficult task of learning what is necessary to be a monarch. Staring Kate Blanchet Aging Backwards: Classical Stretch Mon. Dec. 21, 1:30-2:30 Charlotte Franklin, a trainer of the Aging Backwards program, will guide you through a routine that is currently sweeping the senior population. Classical Stretch has been around for 20 years and Aging Backwards is a portion of that training program that emphasizes getting the body mobile and juicing the fascia and freeing up the body: designed for the older groups of people. January Sneak Peak White Elephant Bingo 1/6 1:30pm Basic Tablet/Smart Phone Discussion 1/20 1:30pm Aurora Hills Advisory Committee President: Marge Corletti Vice President: Sara Kelly Corresponding Secretary: Benece Leavitt Treasurer: Rebecca Jensen Recording Secretary: Mily Chung Members: Fran DeLuca, Kathryn Hunter, Shirley Darby, David Lipman Next Advisory Committee Meeting: Meetings take place on the 1 st Monday of each month (unless otherwise noted) and are open to the public but please notify staff in advance if you wish to attend.

4 December Programs and Events at Other Centers HEALTHY HOLIDAY SWEETS & TREATS AT WALTER REED ACOUSTIC CAFÉ AT WALTER REED WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1-2:00PM TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 7-8:30PM FUNERAL PLANNING & FINANCES Planning for funeral expenses is a great gift to those who will be making arrangements after your death. The discussion will include a process for choosing what you would like done after your death and examining the costs that may be associated with your wishes. The presentation will share information gathered by the Memorial Society on the costs of funeral homes and cemeteries in Northern Virginia and advice in selecting the services you desire. Kathy Birnbaum is a retired RN with hospice experience and has been on the board of the Memorial Society of Northern Virginia for over 15 years. Thurs., Dec. 3, 1pm Walter Reed, HOLIDAY BLUES What causes it? How do I handle it? what can I do to feel better? Holiday Blues are real and can be managed. Thurs., Dec. 10, 10am Walter Reed, INTRO TO HELPING THOSE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS Understanding strategies to develop confidence and stamina to support your loved one, discussing current treatments, as well as, where to find local support and services. Thurs., Dec. 17, 1pm Walter Reed, ALL SENIORS PARTICIPATING IN ARLINGTON COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITIES MUST BE REGIS- TERED WITH THE OFFICE OF SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS AND YOUR 55+ PASS MUST BE CUR- RENT. PLEASE REGISTER AHEAD OF TIME FOR PROGRAMS AND CLASSES.

5 WINTER HOLIDAY Social Friday December 18 12:00-2:00pm Sponsored by the Aurora Hills Senior Center Advisory Committee *Entertainment and Lunch Provided Featured 55+ Day Trip Wed., Dec. 30 It s a Wonderful Life at Toby s Columbia, MD End the year with a meal and a musical based on the beloved film. Toby s original adaptation breathes musical life into a familiar story, while retaining the warmth and humor of the original. There are some steps in the venue. $57 resident/$66 non-resident, # (Register online or call) Location Details: Facility: TRAVEL PICK-UP Google Location: Lubber Run Center 9:15am, return 4pm (subject to change) Address: 300 N Park Dr Arlington, VA, Phone: (703)

6 Volunteers Needed! We have lots of opportunities to volunteer at Aurora Hills. You are not required to commit to the same day or same time every week. Any extra help is always welcome. Please speak with the Director, Ashley Smith, CPRP for further information. (703) Examples of Duties Folding Calendars Making Coffee Answering the phone Organizing supplies Monitoring front desk