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Register online or by phone| arlingtonva.us/55Plus | 703-228-474723CATEGORYArtful Mind, Tranquil MindArtists throughout the world have developed practices to center themselves, find calm and prepare for making art. The same techniques can be helpful in everyday life. Artist Sushmita Mazumdar helps you explore markmaking, simple origami and bookmaking techniques as a way to offer a quiet escape and a spark for your imagination. No experience necessary.%u2022June 25 %u2013 July 30Wednesdays6-7 p.m. Arlington Mill#914310-066 sessionsCreating a Beaded Necklace Volunteer Carmela Miller will show you how to create your own unique and beautiful beaded pearl necklace. Supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Langston-Brown 55+ Advisory Committee and the Alliance for Arlington Senior Programs. Must be able to attend both sessions.%u2022Aug. 14 %u2013 21Thursdays2-4 p.m. Langston-Brown#914310-082 sessionsYarn CraftersThe Yarn Crafters of Aurora Hills invite you for conversation and companionship while making hand-knit and crocheted items for Arlington charity organizations. This group will teach you how to knit or crochet if needed and will provide patterns, hooks, needles and yarn.%u2022Mondays10 a.m.-12 p.m. Aurora HillsDrop-inYarn CreationsDo you like to crochet or knit? Are you looking to enjoy the company of others? Join our casual group of crafty individuals to share ideas and fellowship. Bring your own supplies, but some yarn is available.%u2022Tuesdays1-3 p.m. Langston-BrownDrop-in55+ CraftersBring your own small craft project and supplies and join us! This is a fun place to socialize and create the perfect gift or keepsake. No instruction provided.%u2022Wednesdays10 a.m.-12 p.m. Arlington MillDrop-inCrafternoon Social GroupMake your Friday afternoons the highlight of your week with this friendly group of experienced yarn crafters! The group will meet every Friday for an afternoon of friendly conversation, sipping tea and working on knitting, crochet, and needlepoint projects followed by a stroll around the Lubber Run indoor track. All are welcome: just bring your yarn crafting project, walking shoes and your favorite beverage to enjoy with new friends. No program 7/4.%u2022Fridays3-4:30 p.m. Lubber RunDrop-inCardmaking WorkshopEnjoy the camaraderie of a group workshop as you make your own personalized cards. If you are new to cardmaking, assistance will be available on the first Thursday of the month. On all other Thursdays, participants can work on their own projects. Beginners should come prepared with a pencil, ruler, scissors, glue sticks and a black ink pad for stamping. Cardmaking tools for cutting and scoring, as well as die cutting machines, punches, dies, stamps and embossing folders are provided. All are welcome. No program 6/19.%u2022Thursdays1-4 p.m. Langston-BrownDrop-inWoodcarving Workshop for Beginners Join experienced instructor Mike Connors to learn the basics of wood carving! He will guide beginners through carving their own standing duck while reviewing safety procedures, different carving styles, various wood characteristics and tools you will need. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the LangstonBrown 55+ Advisory Committee and the Alliance for Arlington Senior Programs.%u2022June 16Monday1-4 p.m. Langston-Brown#914310-091 sessionWoodcarversWoodcarvers gather to enjoy camaraderie and pursue the craft. Carving techniques and tools turn wood into objects of beauty. Members of the group are available to provide instruction; some tools are available. No program 6/19.%u2022Thursdays1-4 p.m. Langston-BrownDrop-in