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Taking Action to Protect Arlington’s Environment. Sunday, March 19, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Arlington Central Library Auditorium, 1015 N. Quincy Street. Join us during an open meeting to voice your input on top priorities for local conservation. The program will include small group discussions, an opportunity to vote on top issues, and light refreshments. Held in conjunction with the Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment Annual Meeting. Complete an online survey at www.arlingtonenvironment.org to be eligible for a prize drawing.
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment is hosting an Organic Wine Tasting event on Friday, March 24, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. at Potomac Overlook Regional Park featuring organic wines from around the world presented by The Curious Grape. Light refreshments will be served. Suggested donation is $40 with proceeds to benefit local conservation programs. More information or reservations: www.arlingtonenvironment.org or 703-228-6406.
This week-long art festival features an all-media art show and sale, workshops, and demos. Open to the public daily. Opening reception Friday, March 31, 6-8pm. Free family-friendly entertainment Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Workshops and demonstrations for children, youth, families, adults, April 2-7; times and topics vary. Reservations required for workshops and demos; fees apply to some workshops. For workshop and demonstration reservations, contact Linda Maldonado, 703-528-5740. Full description of ArtFest events at www.arlingtonartistsalliance.org.
The 29th Annual Law Day for Seniors will focus on “Elder Ready” issues with guest speaker, Chris Zimmerman, Arlington County Board chairman. The event will take place Tues., May 2, 9:15 a.m., DHS building, 3033 Wilson Blvd at N. Highland St., 7th floor. Other speakers will include Northern Virginia Legal Services attorney, Ed Zetlin, representatives from the Arlington Area on Aging, Commonwealth Attorney’s Office, Sheriff’s Department, TRIAD and the Office of Senior Adult Programs.
The program will include an “Ask A Lawyer” segment, update on Medicare related issues, workshops on estate planning, how to manage clutter and smart driving techniques. Seniors will also be able to obtain free photo ID cards and emergency cell phones. There is no admission fee. Registration is not required, but would be appreciated by calling, Beth Vick, Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 703-228-4403.
Money Talk: A Financial Course for Women Women have unique financial needs. Most will at some time be on their own financially. Some will never marry, some will see their marriages end in divorce, and others will outlive their husbands. This course will provide you with information that you need to take charge of your financial future. The course includes five classes:
June 21 Financial Basics June 28 Insurance Basics July 5 Investing Basics July 12 Investing for Retirement July 19 Planning for Future Life Events
All classes will be held 7:00-9:00 p.m. in room 10 at Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S Stafford Street in Arlington. Cost: $20 (for the accompanying textbook). To register call (703) 228-6417. This is a program of Virginia Cooperative Extension
The annual Penrose picnic will be held on Sunday, September 12th from 4:30 to 6:30 pm in Butler Holmes Park at 101 South Barton Street. As always, the neighborhood association will supply the burgers, hotdogs and drinks. The rest is potluck so bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share!
A local Penrose original band, UNIT: E, currently playing at The Leaping Lizard Lounge in Alexandria, will entertain us. They play a unique blend of rock, soul, blues, funk and more. A sample of their diversity can be heard on their debut cd, recorded right here in Penrose at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/unite
Our local fire fighters and police officers will return with their vehicles for the kids to explore. The famous water balloon toss and pinata pull will both be back by popular demand. There will be a raffle to benefit the neighborhood association with prizes from the Cowboy Cafe, Samata Yoga Studio and Curves Fitness Center. Bring some money if you plan to purchase raffle tickets or Penrose T-shirts. Pay your annual neighborhood association membership dues at the picnic and receive bonus raffle tickets!
If you can help with the picnic, please reply to this mail. We need volunteers for the following:
See you September 12th! (Raindate is Sunday, September 19th, same time.)
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