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15 Aug 2022 Discussions on who, where and what events are taking place in current local and world news. Discussions are informal and volunteer led. Meets first and third Mondays.

Walter Reed Center, 2909 16th St S,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults, Talks & workshops

Short Story Reading and Discussion

15 Aug 2022 Short stories pack a lot in a few pages. Take turns reading the story aloud and discuss it afterward. Facilitated by 55+ volunteer Bill Turner. June 27: "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver; Aug. 15: "Leiningen Versus the Ants" by Carl Stephenson. This program will be offered simultaneously in-person and virtually - sign up based on your preference.

Aurora Hills Center, 735 18th St S,  22202

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults, Talks & workshops

Short Story Reading and Discussion

15 Aug 2022 Short stories pack a lot in a few pages. Take turns reading the story aloud and discuss it afterward. Facilitated by 55+ volunteer Bill Turner. June 27: "Cathedral" by Raymond Carver; Aug. 15: "Leiningen Versus the Ants" by Carl Stephenson. This program will be offered simultaneously in-person and virtually - sign up based on your preference.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults, Talks & workshops

Tell Me About Yourself Workshop

16 Aug 2022 Have you ever been asked "Tell me about yourself" in an interview? In this interactive workshop, you will understand why interviewers ask this question and why it's important to answer this question well. You will learn how to answer this question using a three-part strategy. Most importantly, you will draft and practice your own response with others.

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

Tiny Tot - Dragonflies

16 Aug 2022 Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, crafts, finger plays and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each pro

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature

Genealogy 101

16 Aug 2022 Meet with other genealogy enthusiasts to learn about your family's roots. All done in a fun, friendly atmosphere for sharing information and tools. Meets on the third Tuesday of the month. Led by experienced genealogist Eileen Bogdanoff.

Lubber Run Park, 200 N Columbus St.,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults, Talks & workshops

Pre-K - Coral Reef

16 Aug 2022 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 month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program. Registration Required.

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Nature

Rock Music Legends: Songs of Summer

16 Aug 2022 Celebrate some of summer’s hottest songs by the Rascals, War, Donovan, Jim Croce and other all-time great rock artists. Volunteer Carl Gold will discuss and play top songs of summer for a sizzling good time. This program will be offered simultaneously in-person and virtually — sign up based on your preference.

Arlington Mill, 909 South Dinwiddie Street,  22204

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults, Music & the Arts