Don't Miss Out on Fun Programs in May!
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Senior Trivia Challenge: Thurs., May 8, 6-7 p.m. at Lubber Run. Register: #913600-15
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Mother's Day Music and Tea: Fri., May 9, 1-2 p.m. at Aurora Hills. Register: #913899-08
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Pride 365: Friendship Bracelets: Fri., May 16, 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Walter Reed. Create your own colorful friendship bracelets with instructions from 55+ Center Director Jennifer Weber. Register: #913310-11
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55+ Fitness Day and Health Fair: Wed., May 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Lubber Run. This free event includes health screenings, fitness class demonstrations, expert Q&A sessions, and more. Open to all ages: no 55+ Pass required. Drop-in.
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Decades Dance Party: Fri., May 30, 9:30-11 a.m. at Arlington Mill. Dress up in an outfit from your favorite decade and enjoy music from different eras and genres. Open to all ages: no 55+ Pass required. Register: #913899-09
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Last Call for Responses!
Don't forget to fill out your 2025 outcome questionnaire! We open a new survey every July, so there are only a few weeks left for you to let us know how we did this past year. The questionnaire will only take a few minutes of your time and will be a huge help to us as we plan future programs!
Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera or click here to fill out the questionnaire.
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Please note that 55+ Centers will be closed on Monday, May 26.
55+ Program Fee Increase: DPR FY 2026 Adopted Operating Budget and Fees
On Thursday, April 9, the County Board adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Operating Budget. The budget proposed a 10% fee increase for DPR programs and services. Increased fees will not take place until the start of the 2026 fiscal year which begins on July 1, 2025. The adopted fees reflect increases to accommodate personnel and operation costs associated with DPR programs and services.
To learn more about the FY 2026 adopted operating budget, including items specifically affecting DPR programs and services, visit the County’s website. The page will continue to be updated with resources and documents in the coming weeks.
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New 55+ Guide Coming Soon!
The new Summer 55+ Guide will be delivered in a special eNews message on Tuesday, May 13, so keep an eye on your inbox! Registration for Arlington residents will open on Tuesday, May 20 at 12 p.m. and Thursday, May 22 at 12 p.m. for non-county residents.
Do you have questions about the 55+ Guide or want to find out more about upcoming summer programs? Join Lubber Run 55+ Center Director Ashley Gomez at Let's Go Over the Guide to get ready for registration day!
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Tiny hummingbirds and fierce osprey are some of the many birds migrating northward in spring. Come learn about these and other fabulous flyers with hands-on activities, games, crafts, bird walks and more at this bilingual event.
Learn more about this event here. Register: #632850-K
Family Campfires
The whole family is invited to the Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities including stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, s’mores! Marshmallows, chocolate & graham crackers will be provided.
See page 39 of the Spring Enjoy Arlington catalogue for more upcoming campfires.
 Community Corner
Older Adult & Caregiver Community Benefits Fair
Tuesday, May 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 2100 Washington Blvd., lower level
Older adults and caregivers are invited to attend this event to learn about aging services and resources, take free basic health screenings, enjoy cooking demos, apply for benefit programs, and more. Admission is free! Click here for more information.
For details or to register, call 703-228-1726 or email arlaaa@arlingtonva.us.
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