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Free Wellness & Community Programs for DC Residents age 60+

Bringing
older adults

together

Join us In Person or Virtually

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All In-Person Events

Fitness and recreational programs that take place at Iona Senior Services, DC Public Libraries, and DPR Recreation Centers in Wards 2 and 3.

Virtual Arts and Social

Join these programs to explore art, history, and other engaging topics while connecting with others from your home.

Virtual Fitness and Wellness Classes

Move, stretch, and stay active with virtual classes like yoga, Zumba, tai chi, and dance—fun and wellness from home.

Special Events (In-person & virtual)

Join special events like ATDC Socials, educational presentations, tech classes, and more—unique one-time sessions to learn and connect.

Around Town DC: Event Directory

upcoming Special events

  • Guided Art Gallery Visit and Curator Talk: Ashe & Norton Gallery

    Join us for a guided gallery visit and curator talk at the Ashe & Norton Gallery, a new 150-square-foot art space in Glover Park, featuring the work of Monica Stroik.

    • Ashe & Norton Art Gallery
    • December 15 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

  • Age Well: This Year Will Be Different — How to Stick to Your Resolutions

    (Streaming live at Iona) In this lecture, author Dr. Catherine Sanderson, a leading expert in positive psychology, will examine tools we can use to set and work towards goals.

    • Iona Senior Services
    • December 16 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

  • Tech with Tai: Year-End Recap

    Please send questions you would like addressed to tbanjo@iona.org -- it will help the presentation. Looking forward to seeing you all.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 17 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      Virtual Event

  • 🎉Around Town DC Holiday Social

    This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, unwind before the holidays, and enjoy great live music.

    • Iona Senior Services- East Wing
    • December 18 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Washington Holiday Walking Tour

    Please join us for a twilight walk from Union Station to the White House, enjoying the seasonal decorations as the lights are lit.

    • Union Station
    • December 23 @ 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

  • Medicaid and SNAP Changes with Legal Counsel for the Elderly

    Recent changes to Medicaid and SNAP have reshaped eligibility, benefits, and program rules. We’ll review what’s changing, who is affected, and the new steps individuals and families may need to take to maintain health coverage and food assistance.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 29 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
      Virtual Event

A program of Iona Senior Services, supported by the DC Department of Aging and Community Living

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While Around Town DC primarily features programs and activities that take place in Wards 2 and 3, anyone can use our site and join our programs, as long as you are a DC resident, age 60+.

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