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6Arlington County 55+ Guide |Summer 2025| arlingtonva.us/55PlusCATEGORYRecords and Root Beer FloatsSip a tasty treat while listening to your favorite music on vinyl. Bring some of your records to share with the group or simply show up with listening ears!%u2022July 24Thursday6-7 p.m. Lubber Run#914801-051 sessionPuzzle ExchangeThe Puzzle Exchange is a lively gathering where puzzle enthusiasts come together to trade and discuss their favorite jigsaw puzzles. Feel free to bring new or second hand puzzles to swap with 55+ friends!%u2022Aug. 28Thursday6-7 p.m. Lubber Run#914801-061 sessionDANCEGive Line Dance a Try!Interested in trying the fun and low impact exercise of line dancing for the first time? Come learn the basics from 55+ volunteer Hanni Cordes while enjoying music and camaraderie with other dancers. This introductory class will prepare you to join a beginner line dance class. No partner is required.%u2022Wednesdays10:15-11:15 a.m. Walter ReedDrop-inIntroduction to Beginner Line DanceNever line danced before but want to join the fun? Beginners are welcome to join 55+ volunteer Suzie Pratts to learn steps like the box step, quarter turn and grapevine in a fun, friendly environment. You%u2019ll be ready to join the more experienced dancers at weekly Line Dance Practice sessions in no time, or just give a practice session a try. No program 7/4.%u2022Fridays10:15-11 a.m. Aurora HillsDrop-inLine Dance PracticeKick up your heels with line dancing! No partners are needed, just bring your knowledge of basic line dance steps. We%u2019ll watch as the leader gives a quick demonstration of the sequence of steps and then dance along! You%u2019re sure to leave with a smile. No instruction is provided, but these practice sessions are available for dancers of all experience levels: sign up based on your preference. Need help determining which line dance practice session is right for you? Please stop by and talk with the volunteer line dance leader for more detailed information regarding line dancing levels. No program 6/19 and 7/4.Instructor: Suzie Pratts %u2013 Beginner Level%u2022Fridays11:05 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Aurora HillsDrop-inInstructor: Kitty Russell %u2013 Intermediate Level%u2022Mondays10-11:15 a.m. Arlington MillDrop-in%u2022Thursdays1-2:15 p.m.Arlington MillDrop-inDance PracticePractice makes perfect, especially on the dance floor, so come out and practice your dance moves at Walter Reed! Music will not be provided, so please bring your own device. No instruction provided.%u2022Tuesdays2:15-3:15 p.m. Walter ReedDrop-inSocial Ballroom DanceEnjoy the company of friends old and new on a spacious dance floor. Dances vary between tango, waltz, foxtrot and swing. All will have the opportunity to dance and have fun. No instruction will be provided and no partners are needed. Meets the first Friday of the month. No program 7/4.%u2022First Fridays1:30-3 p.m. Lubber RunDrop-in55+ Program Fee Increase: DPR FY 2026 Adopted Operating Budget and FeesOn Thursday, April 9, the County Board adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Operating Budget. The budget proposed a 10% fee increase for DPR programs and services. Increased fees will not take place until the start of the 2026 fiscal year which begins on July 1, 2025. The adopted fees reflect increases to accommodate personnel and operation costs associated with DPR programs and services. The full list of fees can be accessed here. To learn more about the FY 2026 adopted operating budget, including items specifically affecting DPR programs and services, visit the County%u2019s website. The page will continue to be updated with resources and documents in the coming weeks.