March/April 3 26 March/April 3 Highlights Sign Up for Special Programs on the First Floor Sign Up Board. Sign Up for Trips in Main Office. (RR) = Reservations Required Please Note: We support and appreciate all of our community guest speakers sharing their knowledge and expertise with our membership. Hollin Hall Senior Center is a Fairfax County Center with the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. Our guest speakers are informed in advance that they may not take names, phone numbers, addresses or hold a drawing while here at the center. They MAY distribute business cards and handouts upon request. Hollin Hall Senior Center, Department of Neighborhood and Community Services does not and cannot endorse the businesses presenting at the center. Thank you. Highlights for March 3 Hollin Hall Senior Center for Creative Retirement Sign Up for Tai Chi March 1 Sign up for Beginning Tai Chi with Volunteer Instructor, Tom Yeh Classes begin May 2 According to the Mayo Clinic, tai chi can help you improve your balance, coordination and flexibility; regulate your body weight and blood pressure; and improve your overall quality of life. Tai chi, which is a gentle Chinese martial art that involves fluid, choreographed movements, is an effective exercise for seniors, as it's low-impact, can be performed anywhere and yields significant health benefits. If you're a senior, consider participating in tai chi on a regular basis. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/143119-taichi-benefits-seniors/#ixzz2jflsm73t
March/April 3 27 Thursdays 1 p.m. Room PLAY LAB First Fridays 9 a.m. Computer Lab, 215 Tuesdays 9:15 a.m. Room Friday, March 1, March 15 and March 29 10 a.m. Room Wednesday, March 6 9:30 p.m. Room Thursdays 2 p.m. Room Friday, March 8 10 a.m. Room Making that mental shift from Left>Right Brain through CREATIVE Challenges. We will write, experiment, be bold, unfold, let go, laugh, try, help, support, uncover, be unique and Let go BY OPENING UP TO THE WORLD OF creativity! Word play, Creative Problem solving, watercolor, stamping, building.endless discoveries! Group Leader Tech Support Training Discover the fundamental components of effective use of technology for your group/club. Learn the equipment options, reservation procedure, and how to set up and clean up the room and equipment. If you have used, are using, or are planning on using equipment from the center, this training cannot be missed! Sign-up Sheet is on Activity Board Meditation with Marsha Conway For all the activity of modern society, many still feel a fundamental need for silence, inner peace, and a moment of reflection. Meditation can reduce stress and help us relax; but, it can also give us a lot more.* Try it out on Tuesdays with Marsha. *www.pickthebrain.com Turning Points, Losing Vietnam/Disaster; The Age of Crisis-Watergate/The Digital Age; Collapse-The End of the Cold War/ The Age of Terror-The 9/11 Attacks Ikebana International, Alexandria Workshop Obi Folding (bring your Obi) Demonstration by Jane Newman SPANISH! Welcome Back Lee Taylor! Improve use of present and past tenses. Develop comprehension and conversational skills. A Basic Class. Newcomers Welcome! (RR) Photo Club-Photography Geeks Welcome!
March/April 3 28 Saturday, March 9 9-11 a.m. Cora Kelly Recreation Center (off site) Monday, March 11 10 a.m. Room Monday, March 11 1 p.m. Room 203 Thursday, March 14 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Thursday, March 14 10 a.m. - Noon Room Room Friday, March 15 10:30 a.m. Room Friday, March 15 7:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Room Dr. Dan Kuland s ROBUST WALKING for older adults. Weave low-intensity exercises into a walk; use environmental objects as exercise props;gain balance, strength, agility, flexibility, and endurance; become a leader of a neighborhood robust walking group! Military History presents Snakes Across the Fence with Steve Darrah Cozy Mystery Book Club Cozy mysteries have become a booming business. Patti Bruch, Assistant Director, is an avid mystery reader. This month the group will be discussing Hail to the Chef, a White House Chef Mystery by Julie Hyzy. (RR) Tax Relief Workshop County staff from the Department of Tax Administration (DTA) will be on site to assist residents with filling out the application form, as well as answering questions. Real estate tax relief is available for seniors and people with disabilities who meet certain qualifications; you also may be eligible for car tax and rent relief. (RR) Mount Vernon Genealogical Society Using Voter Registration Records with Sharon Hodges (RR) New York, New York Memories New York: Cities of the Underground - Secret Societies (DVD) (RR) Third Friday Dance with the Mount Vernon Swing Band Open to all in the Community! $4 at the door! Live Band Owen Hammett, conductor Refreshments graciously provided by Griswold Homecare Call 703-765-4573 for more information. Monday and Tuesday, March 18 and March 19 9 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Room AARP Safe Driving Course (RR) A refresher course to improve driving skills and possible decrease auto insurance costs. $12 for AARP Members and $14 for nonmembers. Ask your Agent! Register in Main Office Must attend BOTH sessions to receive certificate. Checks payable to AARP at time of sign-up
March/April 3 29 Tuesday, March 19 10 a.m. Room Bazaar Craft- You are welcome to join our wonderful crew of crafters on this day for Seashell Pencil Holders and a Pinecone Owl resting on his branch with ribbons & berries. (RR) Tuesday, March 19 11 a.m. Room Tuesday, March19 1 p.m. Room Wednesday, March 20 9:30 a.m. Room Wednesday, March 20 1 p.m. Room Thursday, March 21 10 a.m. Room 213 Thursday, March 21 1 p.m. Room Thursday, March 21 10 a.m. Room Tuesday, March 12 and 26 1 p.m. Room Monday, March 25 10 a.m. Room Poetry Readings and Discussion led by local writers group entitled Tuesdays at Two, showcasing talented local writers and poets, including Hollin Hall member, Peter Lattu. {RR} Free of Charge and Open to the Community Mount Vernon Genealogical Society welcomes all to their general meeting Alexandria Mount Vernon Antique Club will feature Vivian Kronstedt. She has been selling Avon products for many years and will talk about Avon s history which started from humble beginnings in 1886 and has grown into a multibillion dollar business. A collection of her Avon bottles and items will be on display. Open to the Public. Capital Caring presents Hospice and Palliative Care-Hospice Myths and Are You Getting All the Medicare Benefits You Deserve? (RR) Model Railroad Club The Story of the New York Central Railroad. History of 20 th Century Limited. Refreshments Provided. Elaine s Knitting Workshop Ever wondered how those curly boa scarves are made? Join Elaine as she shares tips on how to make one without getting totally frustrated! You MUST know how to knit to take this class. Limited to 8 students. You will need to pick up a supply list when you sign up in the Office. (Supplies will not be provided. You must purchase them beforehand and bring them to class!) Sign Up in Main Office Mount Vernon Genealogical Society presents Creating Research Plans with Phyllis Legare Mount Vernon Quilters Unlimited General Meeting Military History presents: The Phillipine Insurrection
March/April 3 30 Wednesday, March 27 1 p.m. Room Hollin Hall s Book Club will be discussing Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C. Gwynne Please Note: The books are on loan from the Fairfax County Public Library. You must be a participating member of the HHSC book club, attending the monthly discussion on a regular basis to take one out. In addition, if a book is lost, the individual who has lost the book(s) will incur the fee. Wednesday, March 27 12:00 Noon Room St. Patrick s Day Pot Luck Luncheon (RR) O Corned Beef and Cabbage. Immediately Following Will Be Entertainment: The Granahan Family Irish Dancers Sign Up in Main Office and Pay by Friday, March 22, Cost: $5.00 Side Dishes, Dessert and Beverage Included When Irish eyes are smiling, sure 'tis like a morn in spring. In the lilt of Irish laughter you can hear the angels sing, When Irish hearts are happy all the world seems bright and gay, And when Irish eyes are smiling, sure, they steal your heart away. ~Chauncey Olcott and George Graff, Jr. (lyrics), Ernest R. Ball (music) Friday, March 29 12:30 p.m. Kitchen Visiting Chef,Phase II Center member Peter Lattu is back to demonstrate another interesting and different dish, Somali Stew! (RR) Space is Limited!
March/April 3 31 Shop and Nosh Trips NOW Every Wednesday! Get a bunch of your friends together and take your get-together on the road! 10:15 a.m. 2 p.m. Sign up In Main Office, $1 pay on day of trip March 3 Wednesday, March 6 Lunch at Ray s Hell Burger in Arlington We re glad most of the burgers have stayed the way they ve always been, from the Mock, a sublime pile-up of American cheese, tomatoes, pickles, and onions, to the more sophisticated B.I.G. Poppa, a peppered patty layered with blue cheese and Cognac-sauteed mushrooms. Wednesday, March 13 The Village at Shirlington Tons! Of Eateries to choose from for lunch! Including Cheesetique. Stop by Cheesetique to try their beloved Mac n Cheese, selected by Food & Wine as one of Wednesday, March 20 Wednesday, March 27 Shop, Stroll the streets of Old Town with Lunch at Eamonn s Shop and have lunch at Reagan National Airport s Restaurants & Stores the Best Mac and Cheeses in the country. A Fantastic little Irish chipper pub! [Never too late to celebrate St. Patty s Day!] Avoid the crowded malls, parking difficulties and expsensive meters! April 3 Wednesday, April 3 Wednesday, April 10 Wednesday, April 17 Wednesday, April 24 Trader Joe s in Old Town, followed by a gourmet dog at the new location of Haute Dogs & Fries! Welcome in Spring! in Historic Occoquan Springfield Plaza Come and Explore the Lorton Workhouse Arts Center, in the unique historic setting of the former DC prison - Trader Joe s, the place to stock up on unusual and hard-to-find culinary items. Always a favorite destination to stroll the streets, shop and visit the local cafes and eateries. K-Mart, Trader Joe s, Giant, Hallmark, Treasure Trove Thrift Center, Chipotles and other Eateries Enjoy a snack in our cafe in Gallery W-16 including sandwiches and desserts by The Garden Kitchen, located in Occoquan, VA. = Low Amount of Walking = Moderate Amount of Walking = High Amount of Walking
March/April 3 32 Highlights for April 3 First Fridays 9 a.m. Room 215 Mondays 1 p.m. Room Wednesday, April 3 12 Noon Room Wednesday, April 3 9:30 a.m. Room Friday, April 12 10 a.m. Room Group Leader Tech Support Training Discover the fundamental components of effective use of technology for your group/club. Learn the equipment options, reservation procedure, and how to set up and clean up the room and equipment. If you have used, are using, or are planning on using equipment from the center, this training cannot be missed! Sign-up Sheet is on Activity Board Drop in for a game of Scrabble! Challenge your vocabulary and strategy skills with friends. Boards and tiles provided! Baseball Tailgate Party with Grilled Dogs, all the Fixins and a cold soda to celebrate Nats Opening Day - April 1st, 3 vs, Miami in Washington, D.C All for just $1.00 MUST Sign-up in Advance [RR] Ikebana International, Alexandria Workshop presents Workshop-Ikenob demonstration by Elizabeth Berry Events that Changed History 1750 B.C.Hammurabi Issues a Code of Law 0 B.C.Moses and Monotheism Monday, April 8 10 a.m. Room Monday, April 8 1 p.m. Room 203 Tuesday, April 9 10 a.m. Room Tuesday, April 9 and 23 1 p.m. Room Military History COZY MYSTERY BOOK CLUB will be discussing Organize your Corpses by Mary Jane Maffini..(Organizing tips included!) (RR) Mount Vernon Genealogical Society Ancestry.com, Research Tips with Jim Fisher Mount Vernon Quilters Unlimited General Meeting
March/April 3 33 Wednesday, April 10 10 a.m. Room Travels with Conne: Super Special Sardinia Each of the trips to the island provides an opportunity to visit our daughter and her husband but it also allows us to experience more of Sardinia s unique culture, both past and present, and its natural beauty. Expect to be both entertained and educated! (RR) Thursday April 11 7-9 p.m. Room Friday, April 12 10 a.m. Room Tuesday, April 16 1 p.m. Room Wednesday, April 17 9:30 a.m. Room Tuesday, April 16 10 a.m. Room Fairfax Family Caregiver Support Program with Fairfax Area Agency on Aging presents Diagnosis Dementia-Now What? (RR) Events that Changed History : Hammurabi Issues a Code of Law;Moses and Monotheism CREATIVITY and BEYOND a stretch from the basic Creativity sessions. Join us for this seven week session. Recommended readings from Buckminister Fuller, Don Campbell, Rollo May, Tony Buzan, and Bob Anderson. Interactive class (RR) Alexandria/Mount Vernon Antique Club will have a talk on the Civil War in this area by Don Hakenson. He has spent many years researching Civil War incidents and sites in Fairfax County, with particular interest in Colonel John S. Mosby and his rangers. He has published three books about Mosby and had had relatives in Mosby's Rangers. He also had two great-great grandfathers who served in the Confederate Cavalry of the Army of Northern Virginia. (RR) Bazaar Craft - You are welcome to join our wonderful crew of crafters on this day for Festive Drum Ornaments using dowel rods! Tuesday, April 16 1 p.m. Room (RR) Mount Vernon Genealogical Society, General Meeting
March/April 3 34 Wednesday, April 17 1 p.m. Room Thursday, April 18 10 a.m. Room 213 Thursday, April 18 12:30 p.m. Room Friday, April 19 10:30 a.m. Room Wednesday, April 24 1 p.m. Room Capital Caring presents Advance Directives and Care Beyond Cure (RR) Model Railroad Club The History of the Railroad Depot in the United States; A look at the Kansas City and Los Angeles Terminal; Introduction to the Infamous AMSHACKS Robust Walking with Dr. Dan! Come check out this wonderful routine! (RR) New York, New York Memories The Way It Was with Bob Conley (DVD) (RR) Book Club Discussion will be the book State of Wonder by Ann Parchett Thursday, April 25 10 a.m. Room Mount Vernon Genealogical Society Understanding Probate Law and Processes with Charles Mason Friday, April 26 10 a.m. Room Events That Changed History 526 B.C. The Enlightenment of Buddha 553-479 B.C. Confucius Instructs a Nation Friday, April 26 All Day Room April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Staff and the Hollin Hall Advisroy Council Salute our Volunteers at our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon: Cheers for HHSC Volunteers!
March/April 3 35 No Activities in Room Due to Event We Love Our Local Libraries---Sherwood Hall Regional wants you to know: New Day, New Hours on their BOOK sale: Every Wednesday 1-4 p.m. Every First Saturday 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Second Floor, 2501 Sherwood Hall Regional Library One Free Regularly Priced Book for all Children and Seniors ~Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Regional Library
March/April 3 36 Third Friday with the Mount Vernon Swing Band 7:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road, Community Room - Open to All in the Community! $4 at the Door! Live Band Owen Hammett, conductor Refreshments graciously provided by Community Partners* March Sponsor: Griswold Homecare April Sponsor: 4-H Adventurers *If your group or organization is interested in sponsoring a dance, please contact Julie Ellis, Director Call 703-765-4573, TTY 711 for more information Thanks to all Dance Sponsors for being such a Caring Community! Mark your calendar for the Third Friday Dance in 3: March 15 th April 19 th May 17 th June 21 st July 19 th August 16 th September 20 th November 15 th
March/April 3 37 Fitness Space Training Schedule*, Room *In order to use the Fitness Room at Hollin Hall, you will need to sign up and receive the 15 to 30 minute Orientation. Sign up {RR} on first floor activity bulletin board. Wear sneakers and dress comfortably. Trainings: First Monday at 12:45 p.m. TAKE 12 12 months and 12 easy steps for you and your community to take on a journey to a healthy and active lifestyle. Each step focuses on a different area of community wellness, such as fitness, nutrition, volunteering, eco-consciousness, safety and more! Check it out www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec/take12.
March/April 3 38 Hollin Hall Senior Center Inclement Weather Policy REVISED 3 When Fairfax County Public Schools cancel classes for the day: Senior Programs and Senior Centers: All senior programs, activities and events, including lunch and transportation by FASTRAN at all senior centers are cancelled. Hollin Hall Senior Center will open for resource and weather emergency information. Please call the center before leaving your home for updated center information and possible cancellations: 703-765-4573 When Fairfax County Public Schools have a delayed opening: Senior Programs and Senior Centers: Senior centers will be open. There will be no transportation by FASTRAN and no lunch service at sites served by Fairfax County Public Schools. Activities prior to 10:00 am are cancelled. Other activities and classes may also be cancelled. Please call the center before leaving your home for updated center information and possible cancellations: 703-765-4573 When Fairfax County Public Schools have early release: Senior Programs and Senior Centers: All afternoon senior programs, activities and events are cancelled at the senior centers beginning at noon. Senior Centers will remain open. Lunch will be served as early as possible. If participants have been brought by FASTRAN, they will be picked up at noon. If participants have not yet been picked up from their homes when an early release is announced, FASTRAN is cancelled for the day. When Fairfax County Government offices are closed: Senior Programs and Senior Centers: All senior centers will be closed. When Fairfax County Government offices have a delayed opening: Senior Programs and Senior Centers: All senior centers will open with a delay. Please call the center before leaving your home for updated center information and possible cancellations: 703-765-4573
March/April 3 39 SNOW AND BAD WEATHER CONTACT INFORMATION: Hollin Hall Senior Center 703-765-4573 Neighborhood and Community Services Main Office 703-324- 4600 TTY 711 Fairfax County Emergency Information Line 703-817-7771 TTY 711 Television (Local Stations) Cable Channel 16, 21 County Website www.fairfaxcounty.gov Neighborhood and Community Services Website www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs Fairfax County Emergency Radio 1670 AM N/REGIONAL/REGION1/HHSC/NCS/Hollin Hall Inclement Weather Policy2/1
March/April 3 40 Additional Programs Offered Each Month ACTIVITY ROOM # DAY(S) TIME Monday Alexandria Memories 3 rd Monday 1 p.m. Military History 2 nd & 4 th Monday 10 a.m. Welcome Wagon/Open House 203 3 rd Monday(if holiday 4 th Monday) 1 p.m. Tuesday Genealogy, Mount Vernon Genealogical Society 3 rd Tuesday 1 p.m. General Meeting Mount Vernon Chapter Quilters Unlimited 1 st & 3 rd Tuesday 12:30 p.m. Mount Vernon Chapter Quilters Unlimited General Meeting 2 nd & 4 th Tuesday 12:30 p.m. Wednesday Antique Club 3 rd Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Book Club 4 th Wednesday 1 p.m. Bunco 1 st & 3 rd Wednesday 1 p.m. Clay Class with Judy See flyer 10:30 a.m. Ikebana International 1 st Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Mount Vernon House & Garden Club 2 nd & 4 th Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Parkinson Support Group 1 st Wednesday 1:30 p.m. Thursday Advisory Council (All Welcome) 1 st Thursday 10 a.m. Local Quilters 2 nd & 4 th Thursdays 9 a.m. Model Railroad Club 213 3 rd Thursday 10 a.m. Friday AARP General Meeting 1 st Friday 1 p.m. Theater Club Room may Vary 1 st and 3 rd Friday 1 p.m. New York Memories 3 rd Friday 10:30 a.m. Photo Club 2 nd Friday 10 a.m. Events that Changed History/History with Stan 1 st & 3 rd Friday 10 a.m. Stamp Club 3 rd Friday 2 p.m. Third Friday with the Mount Vernon Swing Band March 15 and April 19, 3 7:30-9:30 p.m. Best Deal in Town ($ 4.00) Open to the Public
March/April 3 41 Daily Programs March-April 3 Hollin Hall Senior Center for Creative Retirement 703-765-4573 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Beg. Strength Training w/patty 9:00 Exercise w/elena 10:00 4-H s Bridge Club 10:00 V.I.P. Group 10:00 Jazzercise Lite 10:30 Piano Club 11:00 Low Impact Exercise 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Pinochle 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 Art w/irinea 1:00 Beg. Tap Dance w/maureen 2:00 Spanish w/harry 2:00 Billiards Boutique 103 103 213 8:10 Tai Chi, Intermediate 9:00 Billiards Open 9:15 Meditation 9:15 Exercise for Men with Celez 9:30 Strength Training 9:30 Computer Discussion w/bob 10:00 Exercise with Rosita 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Chicago Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg 1:00 The Needleworkers (Kaps for Kids) 1:00 Table Tennis 1:00 Conversational Spanish with Humberto MVGS Library Open, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., 214 215 103 103 8:10 Tai Chi, Advanced 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Beg. Strength Training w/patty 9:00 Exercise w/laura & Judy 10:00 Canasta 10:00 Exercise w/gloria 10:00 V.I.P. Group 11:00 Low Impact Exercise # 11:00 Exercise w/elena 11:45 Duplicate Bridge 12:00 Lunch 2:00 Conversational French 2:00 Billiard Boutique 2:00 Ballroom & Latin Dancing MVGS Library Open, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., 214 213 103 103 8:10 Tai Chi, Beginning 9:00 Billiards Open 9:15 Exercise for Men with Celez 9:30 Strength Training 10:00 Exercise with Rosita 10:00 Wii Bowling 11:00 Veronica s Secret Band 11:00 Jazzercise Lite 11:45 Duplicate Bridge 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Pinochle 1:00 Singing Group 2:00 Spanish/Lee T. MVGS Library Open, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., 214 # No 11 a.m. exercise on Pot Luck day 103 213 9:00 Art Room: Open 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Exercise w/laura & Judy 9:30 Mexican Train Dominoes 10:00 Exercise w/gloria 11:00 Exercise w/elena 11:00 Jazzercise Lite 11:00 Harmonica 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Line Dance w/paula 1:00 Mah Jongg 1:00 Party Bridge 1:00 Table Tennis 2:00 Open Billiards 213 103