Events Listing

Thrifting Tips and Tricks

17 Aug 2026 Are you interested in antiques, thrifting and buying second hand? Join 55+ Center Director Jennifer Weber to learn more about sustainable shopping, meet fellow enthusiasts and exchange tips and tricks.

Walter Reed Center, 2909 16th St S,  22204

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Summer at The Rec

17 Aug 2026 Hang with friends, try new things, build skills you’ll really use, and thrive in a safe and fun space with caring mentors who want to see you win.

Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington, VA 

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Summer Cinema at Langston-Brown

17 Aug 2026 Join us for afternoon of entertainment with fun movie screenings! July 20: Catch Me if You Can (2002) (PG-13); August 17: The Bucket List (2007) (PG-13). Popcorn will be provided.

Langston Brown, 2121 N Culpeper St,  22207

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Tiny Tot: Monarchs

18 Aug 2026 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, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program h

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

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Interview Skills: Navigate Behavioral Interview Questions

18 Aug 2026 Learn how to prepare for behavioral interviews with confidence. Discover practical techniques to structure your responses, highlight your experience, and effectively communicate your strengths.

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Finding Local News Online

18 Aug 2026 Arlington County residents can access many online tools for local news, government updates, emergency alerts and more. Volunteer Linda Sholl will provide step-by-step guidance on how to find and use these resources. The class will also highlight regional sources for transportation, weather and public safety information. Sponsored by the Alliance for Arlington Senior Programs.

Langston Brown, 2121 N Culpeper St,  22207

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Closing the Gap: An Insider’s Guide to Medigap Insurance

18 Aug 2026 Join Arlington's Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) to learn about the services covered under Medicare, Medicare coverage choices, and programs for people with limited income.

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Pre-K: Animal Parents

18 Aug 2026 Ages 3 to 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.

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

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Summer Lunchtime Animal Meetups (SLAMs)

18 Aug 2026 As the summer nears the end, the nature center will provide daily opportunities for meeting some of our many resident animals. Meet snakes, turtles, vultures and other live and preserved wildlife. A great time to relax while meeting Arlington's hidden residents.

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It Happened Here

18 Aug 2026 With its proximity to the nation’s capital, Arlington has long been linked to historic events. But its past holds even more unique stories, including a gang war, an elephant in the street, the first airplane fatality and a captured spy! Join Cathy Hix, retired educator and consultant, to explore these surprising histories.

Arlington Mill, 909 South Dinwiddie Street,  22204

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