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A Fairfax County, Va., publication www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs

Hollin Hall Senior Center for Creative Retirement

Celebrating Life After 50!

Striving to Educate, Enlighten, Enrich and Empower

The Mount Vernon Community since 1983!

Celebrating 37 Years in Mount Vernon!

1500 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria, Virginia 22308

Mount Vernon District of Northern Virginia

703-765-4573, TTY 711, FAX 703-768-1572, Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Website: www.hollinhallseniorcenter.org

Hollin Hall Senior Center

Calendar March April May 2020

Center of Excellence 2006 and 2010

Team HHSC: Alexa Fuerth, Director. Assistants: Patti Bruch, Becky Bilowus.

Activity Facilitators: Jennifer Smith, Edna Rogers, Veronica Cartier, Donna Bellamy

and Marsha Cecil

Senior Inclusion Staff: Erika Pernot, MSW, Case Manager and

Taylor Johnson, CTRS, Recreation Therapist

Fairfax County is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all county programs, services and activities.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. For more information, call 703-324-4600, TTY 711.

Vision of Neighborhood and Community Services

A thriving Fairfax County where all individuals can reach their fullest potential and communities

are empowered and engaged.

Mission of Neighborhood and Community Services

We bring people and resources together to strengthen the well-being of individuals and

communities.

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Hollin Hall Senior Center Advisory Council Members:

Officers:

President – Veronica Cartier

Vice President – Brenda Knitter

Secretary – Dianne Tippins

Co-Treasurer – Joan Watkins

Co-Treasurer – Edna Rogers

At Large: Nancy Yane-Fernald, Owen Hammett, Mickey Post, Shirley Lebeau,

David Barnard, Diane Brown, Toni Sanford

Meetings: First Thursday of Every Month, 10 a.m., Room 217

All Are Encouraged to Attend.

Thursday, March 5

Thursday, April 2

Thursday, May 7

Elections are held every November. The Nominating Committee begins talking to members In

September about becoming part of a very active Advisory Council. These meetings are open to the

membership. If you are considering running for the Council, you are welcome to join us at a

Thursday meeting.

Advisory Council - President’s Meanderings:

Veronica A. Cartier

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Fairfax County's Aging, Disability and Caregiver

Resource Line is your one stop for information

Call 703-324-7948, TTY 703-449-1186 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Professional social workers are ready to assist you in finding the services you need.

You may also visit the county's one-stop webpage at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/DFS/OlderAdultServices for information about services, recreation and community engagement opportunities. When you do, be sure

to subscribe to the Golden Gazette newspaper and Fairfax 50+ E-News.

Eligibility Requirements for Senior Center Membership Neighborhood and Community Services is happy to welcome prospective members, 50 years of age or

older, to all Fairfax County Senior Centers. To qualify for membership a person must, with or without a

reasonable modification, be:

✓ Able to orient correctly to person, place and time;

✓ Able to independently navigate to programs and through center facilities safely;

✓ Able to receive, follow, and respond appropriately to instructions and emergency directives independently

✓ Able to maintain personal care (eating, restroom usage, personal hygiene, medication management) independently

✓ Able and willing to follow the Code of Conduct

Annual membership fee for new members and renewals: $48.00 In-County Resident and $100.00 Out-of-County Resident.

Variance fees are available per family income. For variance eligibility, see staff for more information.

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/DFS/OlderAdultServices

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For Your Information: Congregate Meals at Senior Centers Senior Centers do offer prepared lunches for participants and guests. Reservation requirements may vary from

site to site. Hollin Hall currently places an order with their vendor every Wednesday for the following week. Your

meal order must be in by Noon on Wednesday. Sample menus are available in the foyer. A Fairfax County

Registered Participant, who is over 60 and registered with the center’s congregate meal program, will pay a

suggested donation based on income.

The sliding fee scale is $2- $6 for those enrolled in the Congregate Meal Program.

Otherwise the fee for meals is $8.50

(Suggested donations may be subject to change on an annual basis)

Donation Schedule and Charges

❖ For Ages 50-59 and All Guests: $8.50 ❖ For Ages 60 and above: See Donation Schedule As Follows:

Monthly Income

$0 - $953

$954 - $1,429

$1,430 - $1,904

$1,905 - $2,854

$2,855 and above

Annual Income

$0 - $11,440

$11,441 - $17,148

$17,149 - $22,848

$22,849 - $34,248

$34,249 and above

Suggested Donation:

$2

$3

$4

$5

$6

• If you have not completed the paperwork for the Congregate Meal program, you are considered a guest and must pay $8.50 until it has been submitted. If interested in the meal program, please make an

appointment with Patti Bruch, Assistant, or Jennifer Smith, Assistant, to complete required paperwork.After the paperwork has been completed, your donation should follow the guidelines above.

Fairfax County Transportation Options – Fastran offers specialized transportation

services for residents of Fairfax County and the Cities of Falls Church and Fairfax. All Fastran riders must be

certified by a participating agency before utilizing the service. Fastran provides a variety of transportation

services for critical medical care, individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities and older adults.

Applications for service are available at your local senior center. **Hollin Hall currently offers transportation

to and from the Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Your application alone does not guarantee approved transportation. Schedulers will review which catchment

area you are in, bus/route availability, bus seating, and time availability.

**NOTE: If there is not an option available at the time of application, the Senior Center can reapply for the

individual every 30 days. You will be put on a waiting list.

Dial-A-Ride, Seniors on the Go and Taxi Access are programs that provide subsidized taxi services to

County residents who are income eligible. Participants in these programs have the opportunity to purchase

coupon books good toward taxicab rides with providers licensed to do business in Fairfax County. These

programs are administered by the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services and each program

has specific eligibility requirements and associated costs for participation. To help choose a program or to get

further information please call 703-222-9764, TTY711 or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs.

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HHSC Newsletter Deadlines for Clubs and Programs

Note to Club Leaders

If you would like to promote your program with topic information, the due dates are below.

Please send the information via email to [email protected] and [email protected]

Requirements for newsletter publishing:

• Date and time of Program

• Room Location

• Program topic with brief write-up

• Reservations/Sign-Up Required?

Member Sign-In Procedure at Hollin Hall Senior Center

Anyone entering the senior center MUST sign in or scan your membership card at the

Concierge/Scan desk on the 1st floor hallway. This includes paid members,

community members utilizing our building, and facility maintenance personnel.

Please do NOT proceed up the stairs or get on the elevator without doing so first.

This ensures correct daily attendance statistics in addition to knowing exactly who

and how many are in the building at any given time in the event of an emergency. Our

daily numbers also validate appropriate use of the senior center and our building

when it comes to annual budgeting. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

It only takes a couple of extra seconds to do this!

Print Newsletter Due Date

December, January, February Newsletter Program Information due to staff by Monday, October 21

March, April, May Newsletter Program Information due to staff by Tuesday, January 22

June, July, August Newsletter Program Information due to staff by Monday, April 22

September, October, November Newsletter Program Information due to staff by Monday, July 22

mailto:[email protected]


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Inclement Weather: Community, Teen and Senior Center Operations

On occasion, inclement weather may affect the operation of Fairfax County Community, Teen and Senior Centers. Decisions regarding the delayed opening or closure of county facilities are made with the utmost regard for the safety

of our participants and staff.

In the event of inclement weather, the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) posts all facility closures and delays online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs. You may also learn of status updates by contacting your

selected Community Center, Teen Center or Senior Center directly or by calling the Neighborhood and Community Services Main Office at 703-324-4600, TTY 711.

General Delay/Closure Guidance

Monitoring the status of Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Schools on local news broadcasts can provide general guidance as to the operational status of our facilities:

➢ When Fairfax County Government is OPEN and Fairfax County Public Schools are CLOSED or DELAYED: All Community, Teen and Senior Centers will open as scheduled (where conditions permit – any exceptions will be posted online). Transportation services to Senior Centers will be

canceled and Senior Center lunches will not be provided. Please be sure to contact your selected facility directly before leaving your home to verify operational status and for specific updates on

programs, classes and activities. ➢ When Fairfax County Government is DELAYED: All Community, Teen and Senior Centers will

open on a delayed schedule (where conditions permit – any exceptions will be posted online). Transportation services to Senior Centers will be canceled and Senior Center lunches will not be

provided. Please contact your desired location directly before leaving your home to verify operational status and for specific updates on programs, classes and activities.

➢ When Fairfax County Government is CLOSED: All Community, Teen and Senior Centers are closed.

➢ PLEASE CALL THE SENIOR CENTER YOU INTEND TO VISIT ON INCLEMENT WEATHER DELAYS FOR UPDATED INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS THE STATUS OF THE CONDITION OF PARKING LOT AND SIDEWALKS OUTSIDE OF THE CENTER.

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/communitycenters

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/teens.htm

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/seniorcenters



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Looks What’s New at Hollin Hall!!

COMPUTER HELP AVAILABLE!!

Larry Dempsey, our new volunteer Computer Lab Assistant, will be available for computer help on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting February 13th. He will be in the computer lab – Room 215 – from 12:30 pm

to 3:30 pm to answer your questions.

Please come and ask all your computer related questions!

________________________________________________________ New Art Class Beginning in March

Center member Ann Allman, who already teaches Figure Drawing twice a week at Hollin Hall, has

volunteered to teach another art class beginning in March. It will be an acrylic painting class which will meet on Tuesdays from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. in room 109.

We are excited to be able to offer yet another wonderful art program here at Hollin Hall.

All levels are encouraged to participate in this wonderful opportunity!

LIMIT 11 PARTICIPANTS ~ RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ~ SIGN UP IN ORANGE BINDER

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New for our Fabulous Front Desk Volunteers!!

It was brought up at a recent Advisory Council Meeting that some of our newer (and older) front desk

volunteers have a desire to have continued training in their roles as your Hollin Hall Concierge. They do an

awesome job and put a lot of effort in being able to be as informative to members scanning in as well as

walk-in potential new members. They are the first impression of our center and take their responsibilities

very seriously. It is up to the staff to continue to give them the tools needed to manage the front desk.

Starting in March, the staff will host a series (4 X a year) of informal meetings for our front desk volunteers to

keep them informed of center activities, facility updates (when possible), changes in policies and

procedures, and more. A light Continental Breakfast will be served. The meeting will be from 9-10 a.m. in

room 217 immediately before the monthly Advisory Council meetings on March 5th, June 4th, September 3rd

and December 3rd. Our front desk volunteers should be on the look-out for an e-mail invite!

New to the Area? Want to check out Hollin Hall Senior Center?

Hollin Hall offers a free, 1-time, complimentary visit to our Center to check out programs and activities or to

come spend the day with us! Calling ahead of your visit is helpful, but not necessary. When you come in,

simply sign in at the Concierge desk and come into the main office to see a member of our staff. You’ll need

to fill out a brief form with your contact information as well as provide an emergency contact for yourself

while you are participating at the center. Bring a friend or neighbor to show them all we have to offer!

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Friday, March 27 Friday, June 5

Friday, September 25 Friday, November 6

7:30 p.m.—9:30 p.m.

Hollin Hall Senior Center

703-765-4573, TTY 711

Pay at the door, $4.00

Light Refreshments provided

The Hollin Hall Advisory Council presents:

Friday with the

Mount Vernon Swing Band At Hollin Hall Senior Center

Dates in 2020:

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Daily Programs

March, April, May 2020

Hollin Hall Senior Center Please NOTE:

- When there is a special event in 112 on a Wednesday, No 11 a.m. exercise

-No Line Dance on the 1st Friday of the month.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Fitness Room 9:00 Strength Training w/Peggy 10:00 4-H’s Bridge 10:00 Jazzercise Lite 10:00 The Gathering Place Drop-In 10:00 Piano, Intermediate 11:00 Low Impact Exercise 11:00 Hand Built Pottery 11:00 Open Band Practice 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Pinochle 12:30 Sewing Group 1:00 Tap Class, Intermediate 2:00 Tap Class, Beginner

102 102 112 218 112 103 204 112 109 205 103 213 216 112 112

8:10 Tai Chi, Interm. 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Fitness Room 9:15 Meditation 9:15 Exercise for Men 9:30 Rummikub 9:30 Strength Training-DVD Exercises 9:30 Computer Discussion w/Bob 10:15 Jazzercise Lite 11:30 Figure Drawing 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Table Tennis 1:00 Chicago Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg 1:00 Needleworkers (Kaps for Kids) 1:00 Conversational Spanish 1:30 Painting Class w/Ann Allman 2:00 ‘Conversations’ Group 3:45 YogAlign

MVGS Library Open,

10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Room 214

112 102 102 216 112 213 205 215 112 109 103 205 218 217 201 213 109 203 112

8:10 Tai Chi, Advanced 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Strength Training w/Hilde 9:00 Fitness Room 9:00 Exercise w/Patty 10:00 Exercise 10:00 The Gathering Place Drop-In 10:00 Chess 10:00 Beginning Italian I 11:00 Low Impact Exercise

11:30 Beginning Italian II 11:15 Duplicate Bridge 12:00 Lunch 12:30 Canasta 2:00 Conversational French

2:00 Dancing with Red 2:30 ASL class w/Edna 8:00 American Kenpo

MVGS Library Open, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 214

112 102 205 102 112 112 103 203 215 112 215 217 103 213 201 205 203 203

8:10 Tai Chi, Beginning 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Fitness Room 9:15 Exercise for Men 9:30 Strength Training-DVD Exercises 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:00 Interm. Italian 10:15 Jazzercise Lite 11:00 Band 11:30 Figure Drawing 11:30 Duplicate Bridge 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Pinochle 1:00 Chinese MahJongg 1:00 Singing Group 1:00 Scrabble/Games Galore! 1:30 Basic Spanish 3:00 Arthritis Exercise

MVGS Library Open,

10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 214

112 102 102 112 205 102 215 112 112 109 218 103 213 217 216 217 201 112

9:00 Art Room: Open 9:00 Billiards Open 9:00 Fitness Room 9:00 Exercise w/Patty 9:30 Mexican Train Dominoes 10:00 Exercise 11:00 Jazzercise Lite 11:00 Harmonica 12:00 Lunch 12:00 Table Tennis 12:00 Line Dance * w/Paula M. 12:45 Party Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg 1:00 Theatre Club

* AARP meets in Room 112 on the first Friday of each

month so Line Dance with Paula

will not meet.

Revised 1/23/2020

109 102 102 112 217 112 112 213 103 205 112 218 217 109

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Additional Programs Offered – March, April, May 2020 Mondays

Alexandria Memories 3rd Monday 1:00 p.m. 217 Military History [breaks for summer] 2nd & 4th Monday 10:00 a.m. 217 Welcome Orientation/Open House 3rd Monday (if holiday then 4th Monday) 1:00 p.m. 203 Cozy Mystery Book Club 2nd Monday 1:00 p.m. 203 Healthy Eating Club 1st Monday 12:30 p.m. 112 Kitchen

Piano, Beginning Advanced 1st & 3rd Monday 11:00 a.m. 204

Piano, Beginning 1st & 3rd Monday 11:45 a.m. 204

Tuesdays

Mount Vernon Chapter Quilters Unlimited – ‘Bees’ 1st & 3rd (possibly 5th) Tuesday 10 a.m. 216

Mount Vernon Chapter Quilters Unlimited – General Meeting 2nd & 4th Tuesday 12:30 p.m. 112

Mount Vernon Genealogical Society General Meeting 3rd Tuesday 1:00 p.m. 112 Lee Street Artist Group 2nd Tuesday 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 109

Tea, Treats, and ‘Ted Talks’ w/Taylor Johnson 4th Tuesday 11:00 a.m. 201

Wednesdays The Book Club 4th Wednesday 1:00 p.m. 216 Ikebana International [breaks for summer] 1st Wednesday 9:30 a.m. 109 Mount Vernon House & Garden Club [breaks for summer] 2nd Wednesday 9:30 a.m. 218

Woodworking Class - Informational and Woodworking 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10:30 a.m. 202

Thursdays Trivia with Taylor Johnson 1st Thursday 11:00 a.m. 103

Advisory Council (All Welcome) 1st Thursday 10:00 a.m. 217

Computer Lab Assistance ~ Larry Dempsey 2nd Thursday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 215 The Railroad Club 3rd Thursday 10:00 a.m. 213

Group Crosswords with Taylor Johnson 3rd Thursday 11:00 a.m. 103

Fridays AARP General Meeting [breaks for summer] 1st Friday 1:00 p.m. 112 New York Memories [breaks for summer] 3rd Friday 10:30 a.m. 216 Photo Club 2nd Friday 10:00 a.m. 216 Poetry Group 1st Friday 11:00 a.m. 203 History Program – ‘Great Courses’ videos [breaks for summer] 2nd and 4th Friday (varies) 10:00 a.m. 218 The Other Book Club 4th Friday (may vary near holidays) 11:00 a.m. 203

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DMV Connect will be at Hollin Hall Sr. Center twice a month (with some exceptions) in 2020 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

See Schedule Below:

DMV CONNECT SCHEDULE AT HOLLIN HALL SENIOR CENTER ~ 2020

March 30th and 31st November 30th

April 27th and 28th December 28th and 29th

May 26th [25th is a holiday]

June 29th and 30th

July 27th and 28th

August 31st

September 28th and 29th

October 26th and 27th

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How to Sign up for a Program

➢ Special Programs/Reservations Requested: Special programs are a one-time program that

requires any interested member to sign up. Reservations are requested. The notebook is on the First Floor in the Orange Binder in Foyer as you enter the building.

➢ DROP- IN = Members do not need to sign up to attend a program or activity. If you continue with the group, make sure that you are added to the Club Roster in the Main Office.

➢ Open to the Public: Anything that has been advertised as such: in-house or as a local news release.

➢ Sign Up in Main Office: Charter Trips, Potlucks or any event requiring payment.

➢ Wednesday Trip of Necessity: In Purple Binder on Lobby Sideboard.

Please Note: We support and appreciate all 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,

and addresses, suggest that students take a paid class with them outside the center or hold a drawing while here at

the center. They MAY distribute business cards and handouts upon request. Hollin Hall Senior Center and the

Department of Neighborhood and Community Services does not and cannot endorse the businesses presenting at the

center. Thank you.

Highlights – March 2020 National Nutrition and Social Worker Month

Activity Descriptions

Look for sign-up sheets in the Orange Binder announcing the start of Tom Yeh’s Beginner Tai Chi

Class (begins the 2nd Thursday in May)

Italian for Beginners (Part 1) w/Manny Bartolotta - Wednesdays

10:00-11:15, Room 215/Computer Room beginning Wednesday, March 11 Italian for Beginners (Part 2) w/Manny Bartolotta- Wednesdays

11:30-12:45 – Room 215/Computer Room beginning Wednesday, March 11 5 Student Minimum Required

Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Wednesdays Part I ~ 10–11:15 a.m.

Part 2 ~ 11:30 a.m.– 12:45 p.m. Room 215

Beginning March 11

Intermediate Italian Classes - Bob Lieberman will continue to teach Intermediate Italian Class on Thursdays at 10 a.m. beginning on Thursday,

March 12 - 5 Student Minimum Required Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Thursdays 10 a.m.

Room 215 Beginning March 12

Fitness Equipment Training - To use the Fitness Room equipment, you will need to attend an orientation offered the 1st Monday of every month

(w/exception of a Federal Holiday). Just show up! Wear sneakers or other athletic shoes and dress comfortably.

Monday, March 2 12:45 p.m. Room 102

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Healthy Eating Club with Becky Let’s talk about Blue Zones

How can we change our lifestyles and diets to live longer? Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Monday, March 2 12:30 p.m. 112 Kitchen

MVGS Workshop – Entering information onto Find A Grave w/Linda MacLachlan. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on the MVGS

web site (http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-up sheet” at the

general meeting. Workshop is limited to 10 folks.

Monday, March 2 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

Room 214

DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Hollin Hall will be a polling site and will be utilizing Room 112 all day.

Reminder ~ NO ACTIVITIES IN ROOM 112 ON MARCH 3

Tuesday, March 3 ALL DAY

No Activities in Room 112

MVGS Training Class – Getting Started with your Genealogy Research with Janice Reid. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on the

MVGS web site (http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-up sheet” at the

general meeting.

Tuesday, March 3 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

Room 217

Nutritionist Visit with Maureen Mallette! Join Maureen for her quarterly nutrition visit to Hollin Hall. She will be doing something different for this visit

~ a cooking demo showcasing Garlic Tofu Stir-fry. Seats are Limited


Wednesday, March 4 12:45 p.m. 112 Kitchen

Card Making Class with Chuck Mason! - Take home approximately 5 handcrafted one-of-a-kind greeting cards! $10.00 Supply Fee to Be Paid in Class

Wednesday, March 4 10 a.m.

Room 216

Apple iPads and iPhones – Using an IPad and IPhone with Larry Dempsey (for Apple ONLY).

This will be a question and answer workshop on the first Thursday of the month. Each session is limited to 10 attendees.


Thursday, March 5 1 – 3 p.m. Room 215

Hollin Hall Senior Center Acknowledges SOCIAL WORK MONTH. Join us on this day for a continental breakfast. Meet some of the County Social

Workers and thank them for all they do for our community! Reservations Required - Sign up in Orange Binder

Friday, March 6 9:30 a.m. Room 201

Hollin Hall Poetry Group – (with Peter Lattu & Trish Green) Share your favorite poems about “Pets” or any other subject.

Drop-In

Friday, March 6 11 a.m.

Room 203/Cozy Corner

Coins with Jack ~ Join Jack McCalman who leads this coin lecture and discussion every other month at Hollin Hall. A 15-minute lecture is followed by a Q&A session to see what’s of value and what’s not worth saving. Mr.

McCalman will also try and help you with your own collection to see if you’re in possession of anything of value!


Friday, March 6 1 p.m.

203/Cozy Corner

http://www.mvgenealogy.org/




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AARP Mt. Vernon Chapter General Meeting – Join them for fun, fellowship and community updates. Short business meeting followed by light

refreshments. All Are Welcome – Open to the Community

Friday, March 6 1 p.m.

Room 112

Cozy Mystery Book Club will be discussing A Killer Edition by Lorna Barrett (a Booktown mystery)

See Patti Bruch for further information or to sign out a book.

Monday, March 9 1 p.m.


Military History Discussion Group – Come and join a group of military history ‘buffs’ for lively discussions and special guest speakers.

Help to begin planning sessions for the up-coming new year. Must be a Hollin Hall Senior Center member to attend.

Drop-In

2nd/4th Mondays March 9th & 23rd

10 a.m. Room 217

Woodworking Sessions with Mickey Post - Program topics include a discussion of woodworking techniques, tools to be used, discussion of

participants’ projects, and actual work on participants’ projects. New members welcome.

Safety Class Required Before Using Equipment – SEE STAFF Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

2nd & 4th Wednesdays March 11th & 25th

10:30 a.m. Room 202

GAME NIGHT – Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday! Learn a new game – Meet someone new – Lead a new game! After all, having fun is what it’s all about,

right? Bring a snack or Lite dish to share! Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

2nd & 4th Wednesdays March 11th & 25th

4:30 Room 218

Annual St. Paddy’s Day Luncheon—Entrée provided—Corned Beef, Cabbage, Carrots, Potatoes! - Drinks, Dessert offered, too! The

Granahan family returns to entertain us! They’re known as the ShamRockRs! *Limited seating available for those that only want to come to

the performance which will begin 12:45/1:00 p.m. SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE - $6.00 suggested meal donation

**DEADLINE FOR EVENT SIGNUP / PAYMENT IS Friday, March 6

Reservations Required - Sign Up in Main Office

Wednesday, March 11 12 Noon

Room 112

Friday History Group – ‘Great Courses’ Videos Brand New!! ~ The Vikings

Drop-In

2nd/4th Fridays March 13th & 27th

10 a.m. Room 218

Welcome New Members! - Join us monthly for our “Welcome” Orientation with Hostess, Jan Kestyn; An opportunity to tour the center

with one of our volunteers. This is a new member orientation. You can ask questions and learn more about center programs and activities.

Bring a friend to tour the center, try out a class, discover volunteer opportunities, talk with current members & volunteers!

Reservations Required – Sign up in the Orange Binder

Monday, March 16 1 p.m.

Room 203/Cozy Corner (every 3rd Monday of the

month) *if the 3rd Monday is a Holiday, the Welcome

Orientation will be on the fourth Monday.

Mt. Vernon Genealogical Society General Meeting: Strategies for Resolving Conflicting Evidence presented by Angela Packer McGhie

Angela Packer McGhie is a professional researcher, lecturer and instructor. She is the coordinator for the Intermediate Genealogy course at the Institute

Tuesday, March 17 1 – 3 p.m. Room 112

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of Genealogy and Historical Research, and coordinator of the Advanced Evidence Analysis Practicum at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy. She served as the administrator of the ProGen Study Program from 2008-2014

and is now on the board of directors. This Event is Free and Open to the Public

The Demographic History of the Mt. Vernon Area: 1940-2010, presented by Campbell Gibson. The U.S. Census has been conducted

every 10 years since 1790 and this year we will participate in the 24th decennial Census. Around 1940, The Mt. Vernon area began to evolve from predominantly rural to suburban. Using color graphics, this presentation will reveal interesting information regarding the characteristics and origins of the

people living in our community. We will see trends in population growth, labor force, housing status and educational levels over the last 70+ years with specific detail from 1940 on four small communities in the Mt. Vernon

area: Belle Haven, New Alexandria, Gum Springs, and Springbank. Campbell Gibson retired from the U.S. Census Bureau in 2006 as Senior

Demographer, after a 36-year career, and is a member of HHSC.

Wednesday, March 18 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Room 218

Hand-Held Devices and more with Activity Facilitator, Jennifer Smith! Do you have questions about your computer or cell phone? Should you

trade in that old cell phone? What is a smart phone anyway? And for that matter, what is a smart TV?!? Come to a Q &A session with Jennifer!


Thursday, March 19 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Room 201

The Railroad Club – Inside Look at the Railway Post Office Presented by Bob Conley

Drop-In

Thursday, March 19 10 a.m.

Room 213

New York Memories – Topic: The City and the World w/Bob Conley Drop-In

Friday, March 20 10:30 a.m. Room 216

Cooking Demo with Peter Lattu! Welcome back Chef Peter as he demonstrates Eggplant Mykonos, a Vegan recipe adapted from the famous

Moosewood Cookbook Spaces are Limited


Wednesday, March 25 12:30 p.m. 112 Kitchen

The Hollin Hall Book Club will be discussing Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty

See Veronica Cartier or Staff to Sign Out a Book

Wednesday, March 25 1 p.m.

Room 216

Tax Relief Workshop for Older Adults and those with disabilities – Fairfax County provides real estate tax relief and vehicle tax relief (only one

vehicle per household) to citizens who are either 65 or older, or permanently and totally disabled, and meet the income and asset eligibility

requirements. Qualified taxpayers may also be eligible for tax relief for renters.

Reservations Required – Sing up in Orange Binder

Friday, March 27 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Room 203

The Other Book Club will be discussing Tapestry of Fortunes by Elizabeth Berg

See Staff or Contact Marylou Ranck Club Leader, for book availability

Friday, March 27 11 a.m.

203/Cozy Corner

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“Shop and Nosh” Trips ~ Wednesdays from 10:15 ~ 2:00

March 2020 March 4 Murphy’s Irish Pub “Get your Irish on”

Wear some green and get geared up for St Patrick’s Day!

March 11 RT’s Restaurant Join us for the best Creole and Cajun food outside of Louisiana! Located in the trendy

Del Ray area of Alexandria.

March 18 Mike’s American Grill Part of the Great American Restaurant chain in Springfield. Always a favorite.

March 25 House of Dynasty Snow day redo. This popular trip was rescheduled from

January

April 2020 April 1 Wegmans Pick up meals to go, eat at the hot and cold

food bar, Super Subs, Sushi Bar and Bakery and the Pub for a sit-down meal.

Thursday April 9

Dutch Village Market Pick up your Easter goodies & Enjoy lunch in the cafe

April15 Bamian Afghan buffet in Bailey’s Crossroads

April 22 Mission Barbeque Support our first responders and have some awesome Barbeque!

National Anthem played at noon every day.

April 29 Tempo By member request. Have a relaxing lunch in an elegant setting

May 2020 May 6 Ramparts/Reunions Gift

Shop Fairlington Center

Visit Great Harvest Bread, and have lunch at Ramparts. Cute little center in Alexandria!

May 13 Secret Garden Occoquan

Spring day in a quaint village by the water. Enjoy lunch in the courtyard or take a walk

May 20 Vaso’s kitchen Mama Vaso treats you like family and makes homemade Baklava that’s not to be

missed!

May 27 Kingstowne Center Macaroni Grill

Soup, Salad, Pasta You may choose to shop instead of lunch

Sign Up in Purple Binder in Lobby: $1.00 paid on day of trip

=Low Amount of Walking; =Moderate Amount of Walking; =High Amount of Walking

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Highlights – April 2020

Volunteer Appreciation Month Activity Descriptions


Wednesday, April 1 10:00 a.m. Room 216

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Advance Directives for Healthcare with Doug Davidson

Do you need these documents? What should you do to get your affairs

in order? Welcome back to Doug Davidson, retired local attorney, for a

Q&A session on the ins and outs of general wills and powers of

attorney. Mr. Davidson is currently a volunteer and advocate for

Capital Hospice and has been for 30+ years. He will provide you with

tools and resources to have the knowledge and expertise you need to

help you navigate, plan and prepare the necessary documents for

every aspect of your estate planning. Spaces are Limited to 20.


Wednesday, April 1 1 p.m.

Room 218

Apple iPads and iPhones – Using an IPad and IPhone with Larry Dempsey (for Apple ONLY). This will be a question and answer

workshop on the first Thursday of the month. Each session is limited to 10 attendees.


Thursday, April 2 1 – 3 p.m. Room 215

Hollin Hall Poetry Group – (with Peter Lattu & Trish Green) Share your favorite poems about “Trees” or any other subject.

Drop-In

Friday, April 3 11 a.m.


AARP Mt. Vernon Chapter General Meeting – Join them for fun, fellowship and community updates. Short business meeting followed by light refreshments. All Are Welcome – Open to the Community

Friday, April 3 1 p.m.

Room 112

Healthy Eating Club – With Becky Sweet Potatoes

Packed with vitamins and one of the most versatile and affordable foods in the grocery store


Monday, April 6 12:30 p.m.

112 Kitchen

Fitness Equipment Training In order to use the Fitness Room equipment, you will need to attend the

15-30 minute Orientation offered the 1st Monday of every month (w/exception of a Federal Holiday). Just show up!

Wear sneakers and dress comfortably.

Monday, April 6 12:45 p.m. Room 102

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MVGS Workshop – Entering information onto Find A Grave w/Linda MacLachlan. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions

on the MVGS web site (http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-

up sheet” at the general meeting. Workshop is limited to 10 folks.

Monday, April 6 1-3 p.m.

Room 214

Woodworking Sessions with Mickey Post. Program topics include a discussion of woodworking techniques, tools to be used, discussion

of participants’ projects, and actual work on participants’ projects. New members welcome.


2nd & 4th Wednesdays April 8th & 22nd

10:30 a.m. Room 202

GAME NIGHT – Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday! Learn a new game – Meet someone new – Lead a new game! After all, having fun is what

it’s all about, right? Bring a snack or Lite dish to share! Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

2nd & 4th Wednesdays April 8th & 22nd

4:30 Room 218

Friday History Group – ‘Great Courses’ Videos The Vikings

Drop-In

2nd/4th Fridays April 10th & 24th

10 a.m. Room 218

Cozy Mystery Book Club will be discussing Hitting the Books by Jenn McKinlay (a Library Lover’s mystery)

See Patti Bruch, Assistant, for further information or to sign out a book.

Monday, April 13 1 p.m.


Military History Discussion Group – Come and join a group of military history ‘buffs’ for lively discussions and special guest speakers.

Must be a Hollin Hall Senior Center member to attend. Drop-In

2nd/4th Mondays April 13th & 27th

10 a.m. Room 217

MVGS Training Class – Online Resources for Irish Genealogy w/Paul McFarland. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on the MVGS web site (http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS.

You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-up sheet” at the general meeting.

Tuesday, April 14 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

Room 217

The Railroad Club – Transcontinental Amtrak Journey from DC to Vancouver, BC presented by Richard Niemann

Drop-In

Thursday, April 16 10 a.m.

Room 213

New York Memories - Topic: History of TV w/Gerry Grant Drop-In

Friday, April 17 10:30 a.m. Room 216

Welcome New Members! - Join us monthly for our “Welcome” Orientation with Hostess, Jan Kestyn; An opportunity to tour the

center with one of our volunteers. This is a new member orientation. You can ask questions and learn more about center programs and

activities. Bring a friend to tour the center, try out a class, discover

volunteer opportunities, talk with current members & volunteers! Reservations Required – Sign up in the Orange Binder

Monday, April 20 1 p.m.

Room 203/Cozy Corner (every 3rd Monday of the month)

*if the 3rd Monday is a Holiday, the Welcome Orientation will be

on the fourth Monday.





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Mt. Vernon Genealogical Society General Meeting – Arriving in America presented by Sharon Hodges, Past MVGS President

Discussion: Millions of immigrants have come to call America home. For some the process was easy. For others it was more difficult and

more restrictive, but none more so than New York City. Knowing what it was like to arrive in New York City gives an understanding of arrivals in

other cities and the process for admitting aliens. This session is the culmination of immigration to this country. Each port maintained some sort of private or government-run immigration station, but none was as rigorous as Ellis Island. The initial reason for the opening of reception

centers such as Castle Garden, Ellis Island, or Angel Island in California, was to protect and aid new arrivals to this country. This

presentation covers arriving in New York City, pre-1855, through the Barge Office, Castle Garden, and Ellis Island, as it was more difficult for an alien to be admitted in this city than anywhere else. A good overview

of what the process was like for an alien coming to America. This program is Free and Open to the Public

Tuesday, April 21 1 p.m.

Room 112

Hollin Hall Book Club will be discussing The Trouble with Goats and Sheep by Joanna Cannon

See Veronica Cartier to Sign Out Book in Office

Wednesday, April 22 1 p.m.

Room 216

MVGS Training Class – Introduction to Family Tree Maker [FTM] w/Charles Gearhart. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on

the MVGS web site (http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-

up sheet” at the general meeting.

Thursday, April 23 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

Room 217

The Other Book Club will be discussing Need to Know by Karen Cleveland

See Mary Lou Ranck or go to Main Office to sign out a book! **There is currently a Wait List for the Book Club unless you’re

able to provide your own book (via Kindle, etc.)

Friday, April 24 11 a.m.


SAVE THE DATE! ~ ANNUAL VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

LUNCHEON. This is an ‘invitation only’ event. More details to follow.

Friday, April 24 12 Noon

Room 112



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Highlights – May 2020

Older Americans Month and Arts for Life Festival (formerly

Creative Aging Festival) Activity Descriptions

Coins with Jack – Do you know anything about U.S. coins? Do you

have a coin collection or know of an avid coin collector? Join Hollin Hall member Jack McCalman for a 15-minute lecture followed by a Q&A session to see what’s of value and what’s not worth saving. Mr. McCalman will also

try and help you with your own collection to see if you’re in possession of anything of value! Come join us for our own little Antique Roadshow!


Friday, May 1 1 p.m.


Hollin Hall Poetry Group – (with Peter Lattu & Trish Green) Share your favorite poems about “Birds” or any other subject.

Drop-In

Friday, May 1 11 a.m.


MVGS Workshop – Using Familysearch.org w/Linda MacLachlan. To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on the MVGS web site

(http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-up sheet” at the general

meeting. Workshop is limited to 10 folks.

Monday, May 4 10 a.m. – 12 Noon

Room 214

Healthy Eating Club – With Becky Spring Vegetable Festival

Asparagus, peas and spinach are the stars of the season Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Monday, May 4 12:30 p.m. 112 Kitchen

Fitness Equipment Training In order to use the Fitness Room equipment, you will need to attend the

15-30-minute Orientation offered the 1st Monday of every month (w/exception of a Federal Holiday). Just show up!

Wear sneakers and dress comfortably.

Monday, May 4 12:45 p.m. Room 102

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo – Come join the fun as we celebrate with a Taco Bar! And music from our very own Hollin Hall Band!!


Tuesday, May 5 12 Noon

Room 112


Wednesday, May 6 10 a.m.

Room 216

Wills, Trusts, and Power of Attorneys with Doug Davidson ~ Part 2 in the series. Do you have questions about wills, trust, powers of attorney,

advance directives for healthcare, or related matters? Print no more than 3 questions on a single page. Place your questions in the “Davidson Folder”

in the main office between Tuesday, April 21 and Tuesday, April 28 for review prior to the presentation. This presentation is limited to 18

individuals. Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Wednesday, May 6 1 p.m.

Room 218



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Apple iPads and iPhones – Using an IPad and IPhone with Larry Dempsey (for Apple ONLY). This will be a question and answer workshop on the first Thursday of the month. Each session is limited to 10 attendees.

• Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Thursday, May 7 1 – 3 p.m. Room 215

Friday History Group – ‘Great Courses’ Videos The Vikings

Drop-In

2nd & 4th Fridays May 8th & 22nd

10 a.m. Room 218

Cozy Mystery Book Club will be discussing The Dark Angel by Elly Griffiths (a Ruth Galloway mystery)

See Patti Bruch or other staff in main office to check out a book.

Monday, May 11 1 p.m.


Military History Discussion Group – Come and join a group of military history ‘buffs’ for lively discussion and special guest speakers.

Must be a Hollin Hall Senior Center member to attend. Drop-In

**Not Meeting on May 25 due to Holiday and Center Closure

2nd/4th Mondays May 11 10 a.m.

Room 217

AARP Smart Driver Course ~ Help to refresh your driving skills while potentially lowering your car insurance costs. The cost

(checks payable to AARP) is $15.00 if you’re an AARP member and $20.00 if you’re a non-member. You MUST complete BOTH

days’ activities to be eligible for a certificate. Limit: 25 participants

Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder [pay instructor at Monday class]

Monday, May 11 and Tuesday, May 12 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Room 201

New for Creative Aging Month! Regional Event: Arts, Yoga, and Picnic! Join other Fairfax County senior centers for a fun,

relaxing event in the gorgeous setting of Mason Neck Park in Lorton, VA. As part of our Creative Aging Celebration join us as we practice Yoga, hike along the bay, paint the view, play games, look for local wildlife and try to spot a bald eagle at one of the top ten places in the nation to see one! We will also enjoy a nice picnic lunch. (if driving separate from the center, the

park admission fee does apply) This is a Charter Trip with transportation to/from event provided by Fastran.

Tuesday, May 12 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

GAME NIGHT – Every 2nd/4th Wednesday - Learn a new game – Meet someone new – Lead a new game! After all, having fun is what it’s all

about, right? Bring a snack or Lite dish to share! Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

2nd & 4th Wednesdays May 13th & 27th

4:30 p.m. Room 218

Don’t Forget – Woodworking sessions every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month with Mickey Post. Program topics include a discussion of woodworking techniques, tools to be used, discussion of participants’

projects, and actual work on participants’ projects. New members welcome.


2nd & 4th Wednesday May 13th & 27th

10:30 a.m. Room 202

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Keeping up with your Smart Home presented by Fairfax County Dept. of Cable and Consumer Services – From lights to thermostats, to

speakers, cameras, refrigerators and garage door openers, these Internet-connected devices are designed to provide homeowners with comfort,

convenience, security and energy savings. This informative session will help you stay smarter than your home by exploring Smart Home devices

and services, including their history and the policy concerns regarding data sharing and privacy that accompany this burgeoning industry.


Thursday, May 14th 10 a.m.

Room 201

New York Memories – Topic: History of the Empire State Building w/Gerry Grant

Drop-In

Friday, May 15 10:30 a.m. Room 216

Welcome New Members! - Join us monthly for our “Welcome” Orientation with Hostess, Jan Kestyn; An opportunity to tour the center

with one of our volunteers. This is a new member orientation. You can ask questions and learn more about center programs and activities.

Bring a friend to tour the center, try out a class, discover volunteer opportunities, talk with current members & volunteers!


Monday, May 18 1:00 p.m. Room 109

(every 3rd Monday of the month)

*if there is a Monday

Holiday, the Welcome Orientation will be on the

fourth Monday

Drumming Circle with Marsha Conway! "Have you been

intrigued or mystified by 'drum circles'? This is a hands-on rhythm experience led by Marsha and John Conway--no experience necessary, drums and rhythm instruments provided. We will also learn about drums

from around the world. If you have a heartbeat, you can drum!!" Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Monday, May 18 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Room 112

Mt. Vernon Genealogical Society General Meeting – Why Can’t I Find My Ancestor’s Vital Records? Presented by Charles S. “Chuck”

Mason, Jr. Often, beginning researchers encounter problems when they search for their ancestor’s vital records. This lecture will address a number

of misconceptions that researchers have about vital records. Often the main problem is a misunderstanding of vital records, how and why they

were created, and where the records may be kept. This program is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, May 19 1 p.m.

Room 112

The Railroad Club – History of Grand Central Terminal in NYC presented by Bob Conley

Drop-In

Thursday, May 21 10 a.m.

Room 213

MVGS Training Class – Taking Basics to the Next Level w/Janell Blue To sign up for classes, follow the instructions on the MVGS web site

(http://www.mvgenealogy.org), under EVENTS. You may also register at [email protected], or sign the “sign-up sheet” at the general

meeting.

Thursday, May 21 10 a.m. – 12 noon

Room 201



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Welcome Back Kathy Ambrose for a Glass Etching Class! Stencils and glass etching supplies will be provided. You will also be able

to take home one or two pieces of your own Creativity! Reservations Required – Sign up in Orange Binder

Friday, May 22 1 p.m.

Room 109

Hollin Hall Senior Center and all Fairfax County facilities will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2020 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday

Monday, May 25 CLOSED Holiday

Hollin Hall Book Club with Veronica Cartier Will be discussing The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka

See Veronica Cartier or Staff to Sign out a Book

Wednesday, May 27 1 p.m.

Room 216

The Other Book Club will be discussing Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

See Marylou Ranck for more information or to sign out a book! **There is currently a Wait List for the Book Club unless you’re able to

provide your own book (via Kindle, etc.)

Friday, May 29 11 a.m.


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