The Voice of the Hills February 2016

ARLINGTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE OF SENIOR ADULT

PROGRAMS

AURORA HILLS 55+ SENIORCENTER 735 S. 18TH ST. ARLINGTON, VA 22202 (703) 228-5722 parks.arlingtonva.us

Senior Center Director: Ashley Smith, CPRP

Instructors: Mike Zane, Peggy Finn, Jean Perry

Hours: M, W, F - 10am - 3pm, (T/Th as scheduled)

Dates To Remember

February 15 Closed County Holiday February 29 Leap Year Party Call to Register

INCLEMENT WEATHER:

For information on cancellations and delayed openings, call our Inclement Weather Hotline at

703-228-4715 or phone your senior center. You can also check online to learn about county-wide closures

and delays at http://parks.arlingtonva.us/dpr-inclement-

weather/

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 1st Mon-day of each month (unless otherwise noted) and are open to the public

but please notify staff in advance if you wish to attend. Mon. Feb. 8

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 sup-plied.

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.

Gentle Hatha Yoga Classes:

Mondays, Jan. 25— March 21

10-11am $40/8 sessions

Wednesdays, Jan. 18 –March 9

10-11am $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, 10:30 - 11:30am

Stay Active at Aurora Hills Socialize at Aurora Hills

February Arts Programs and Events at Aurora Hills

Movie: Chef (R) Fri. Feb. 5, 12:30 – 2:30 After a controlling owner (Dustin Hoffman) pushes him too far, Chef Carl Casper (Jon Favreau) quits his position at a prestigious Los Angeles restaurant. As he tries to figure out what his next step should be, he finds himself in Miami. Carl joins forces with his ex-

wife (Sofía Vergara), best friend… More (John Leguizamo) and son (Emjay Anthony) to launch a food-truck business, and the venture provides a chance to reignite his passion for cooking -- as well as his zest for life and love. The Plays the Thing Fri. Feb. 5, 19 1:30-2:30 Wed. Feb 10, 1:30-2:30 Currently reading “A Dolls House” We often forget that the experience of reading a play is meant to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Join Michael Heinlein, a Yale theatre graduate and theatre educator, 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. Won’t you join me, then, to find out what happens next in the lively adventure of the drama? Homemade Valentines Fri. Feb. 12, 11:30 – 12:30 Make homemade Valentines and socialize with your friends at the Aurora Hills Senior Center. There will be coffee, tea, and cookies. We will provide the paper and the dressings for the cards.

Comedy Club Fri., Feb. 26, 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.

Healthy Hearing Initiative Fri. Feb. 12, 1:30 – 2:30 This presentation will discuss brain hearing, common complaints and problems related to hearing loss, the co-morbid effects of hearing loss and a general overview of how hearing devices can help combat these problems and co-morbid disorders.

Hot and Fresh Microwave Meals Wed. Feb. 24, 1:30-2:30 Make fresh and healthful meal in minutes with your microwave. Virginia Cooperative Extension demonstrates quick and easy microwave meals. Sample these convenient, healthful meals and pick up new recipe ideas.

Nancy Connors: The Keirsey Temperament Sorter Fri. Feb. 26, 1:30-2:30 According to Carl Jung’s Theory of Psychological types, people can be very different from one another and no amount of getting after them is going to change them. Please join Senior Adult Specialist Nancy Connors and… take a 70 question abbreviated Myer Briggs personality profile called the Keirsey Temperament Sorter, score it and discover /appreciate your personality temperament and style.

February Health Programs and Events at Aurora Hills

When: Mon. Feb. 29, 10:00am –12:00pm

Where: Langston-Brown Senior Center

2121 N Culpeper St, Arlington, VA 22207

Call (703) 228-5210 to register. A attempted BINGO card is required for en-

try. Cards can be obtained at all SENIOR CENTERS

A light Breakfast will be provided. Prizes for COMPLETED cards will also

be raffled off.

Leap Year Party!

February Tech Programs and Events at Aurora Hills

Basic Smartphone/Tablet Discussion Wed. Feb. 17, 1:30-2:30 Do you have questions about your smart phone or tablet? Maybe there are features you didn’t even know you had! Join us in an open discussion to learn new things about your devices and ask questions about issues you’ve had. Learn Mac, iPad, and iPhone Basics Fri. Feb. 5, 19, 10:30-12:45 Whether you’ve just gotten a new device or want to better operate the one you have, this program will help you learn a little about how to use your Apple products including Mac computers, iPad and iPhone. Lowell Nelson, volunteer and experienced Apple user, will answer your questions in this one-on-one session. By appointment only, sessions are 45 minutes.

How to Register Online Fri. Feb. 19, 1:30-2:30 Tired of waiting in line to register for classes? Come join Ashley Smith, CPRP, the Director of Aurora Hills Senior Center, and learn how to register for Arlington County programs online.

SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY Wed., Feb. 17, 11am-1pm The decisions you make today about Social Security can have a tremendous bearing on the total amount of benefits you stand to receive over a lifetime. Join Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Financial Education Volunteer Mike May as he provides invaluable information aimed at baby boomers about Social Security benefits and the many factors involved in determining what age will be right for them to start receiving benefits.

SPECIALTY COFFEE HOUR WITH COMMONWEALTH JOE COFFEE ROASTERS Sun., Feb. 21, 12:30-1:30pm Learn from the experts, Sean Douglass, Co-Founder of Commonwealth Joe Coffee Roasters, and his staff about the flavor profiles unique to different “origins” of coffee beans, as well as the best methods for brewing and preparing specialty coffee. There will be several different varieties of specialty coffee as well as hot pour-overs on the spot for participants.

February Programs and Events at Arlington Mill

February Programs and Events at Walter Reed

THE EFFECTS OF STRESS AND DIET ON COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE

Tues., Feb. 9, 6:30-7:30pm

The effects of the three types of stress and diet on the cognitive functioning of the brain aren’t typically understood by the general population. Yet, they can’t be avoided and they play an important part of how we function cognitively, particularly as we age. Norton Beckerman, author of A User’s Guide to a Healthy Brain will explain how and why this all works and what we can do to protect our cognitive health.

WHO IS AT RISK FOR LIVER DISEASE & HOW TO PREVENT IT

Tues., Feb. 23, 6:30-7:30pm

A discussion on types of liver diseases and the present day demographics of who might be at higher risk factors. It will also cover how to prevent liver disease and drugs used to treat liver disease. Presented by Rebecca Reynolds, NP, Family and Adult Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP) with years of experience as an independent health care provider in the U.S. and abroad.

SPELLBINDERS STORY FEST

Thurs., Feb. 25, 1-2pm

Arlington Spellbinders will unleash the power of oral storytelling as each teller shares favorite tales from around the world. Since ancient times in all cultures, this oral tradition has passed on wisdom, connected elders to youth and engaged the imagination. Arlington Spellbinders, part of the national organization, is a group of retirees who tell stories to children in schools and day camps. Come listen to their tales as they share their talents at this special event.

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.

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) 228-5722

asmith1@arlingtonva.us

Volunteers Needed! Examples of Duties

Folding Calendars

Making Coffee

Answering the phone

Organizing supplies

Monitoring front desk

NEW! GAME TABLE

Check out our new game table

in the back of the center. Chess,

Mah Jongg, Cards, Poker,

Checkers, Trivial Pursuit,

Dominos, Yahtzee.

Presentation/Program Opportunities

Did you take an interesting trip? Do you

have information you think others would

like to know? Are you passionate about a

specific hobby you’d like to share? Contact

the Aurora Hills Senior Center Director,

Ashley Smith, CPRP to talk about setting

up a presentation time.

Travel

Finance

Health

Crafts

Technology

Games

Theatre

Exercise

Art

Music

Discussion

Social

Examples of Topics

Library Volunteers

Help us to find items on the shelves,

and in the process discover hidden

treasures in the children’s and adult

collections. Fulfill holds on items patrons are waiting

for! Young Adult, Adult, and Older Adult volunteers

welcome. Openings on Tuesday (afternoon),

Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings. Weekly

for 3-4 hours. Six month commitment required.

Training will be provided.