55+ Walks

Wed · Oct 28·Arlington County

Friendly walking companions explore nearby trails and neighborhoods in a fun, safe manner, with routes adjusted for weather, for ages 55 and up.

Wed · Nov 4·Arlington County

Friendly walking companions explore nearby trails and neighborhoods in a fun, safe manner, with routes adjusted for weather, for ages 55 and up.

Wed · Nov 18·Arlington County

A naturalist introduces a nature center critter, then leads a walk to spot winter wildlife and promote healthy walking.

Wed · Nov 18·Aurora Hills Center, 735 18th St S, 22202 · Arlington

Individual Apple product tutorials with volunteer Lowell Nelson at Aurora Hills Center; pre‑register, bring your Mac, iPad or iPhone for hands‑on help.

Wed · Nov 18·10:30 AM · 11:15 AM·Shirlington Library — Campbell Room · Arlington

Read‑aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards engage children 0‑5 and an adult at Shirlington Library’s Campbell Room.

Wed · Nov 18·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

Read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards engage children 0‑5 and an adult, introducing listening skills and picture books, first‑come seating, for all ages.

Thu · Nov 19·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Beaver-themed preschool program at Long Branch Nature Center, caretakers stay with children during hands‑on nature activities; ages 3–5.

Thu · Nov 19·Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Squirrels at Long Branch Nature Center offers one‑on‑one nature exploration with songs, games, crafts and mini‑hikes for ages 18–35 months with adult.

Tue · Nov 17·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·National Zoo, Bird House Classroom · Washington

Creative drop-in play explores outdoor wonders in the Bird House Classroom at the National Zoo, with nature‑themed activities for toddlers and caregivers, for all ages.

Sat · Oct 24·Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

A short walk along the stream restoration project showcases local watershed conservation efforts at Gulf Branch Nature Center.

Sat · Oct 24·Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr, Arlington, VA 22203

Weekend Hours: Registration Help (Lubber Run Community Center) — DPR staff provide assistance with class and camp registration.

Sat · Oct 24·Fort Scott Park, 2800 Ft Scott Drive, · Arlington

Invasive plant removal at Fort Scott Park improves habitat, provides exercise, and teaches native plants and wildlife, ages 8 and up.