The Advance Arlington Board will provide several opportunities for combined in-person and virtual hybrid programs throughout the year with remaining programs hosted on Zoom. Stay tuned to our website and emails for updates.

Viewers may also watch our programs live or afterwards on our Facebook Page, and the recordings will be uploaded to our "Past Programs" tab as well.

April Program

What Does Aging in Arlington Look Like?

April 9, 2025 at 7:00 pm

In Person at Lubber Run Community Center

300 North Park Drive, Arlington, VA 22203

and Virtual Via Zoom

Aging is often the conversation we put off until it’s too late – but it’s happening to all of us, every day. How can we better prepare for this inevitable chapter of life, especially in a vibrant community like Arlington? 

Join us for an open discussion about what aging in Arlington really looks like today and in the future. We’ll explore the challenges, opportunities, and resources needed to ensure we can age comfortably, independently, and with dignity in the place we call home. Whether it’s for you now or for loved ones down the road, let’s start the conversation and take action together.

Moderator:

• Maimoona Bah, Division Director, Aging and Disability Services, Arlington County

Panelists:

• Christine Dolan, Founder and CEO C. Dolan and Associates
• Marta Hill Gray, President, Culpepper Garden
• Mitch Opalski, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Synergy Home Care
• Wendy Zenker, Executive Director, Arlington Neighborhood Village

Did you miss our March Program

Leaning In: Examining Gender Equality and the Path Forward in the

Workplace and Beyond

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

In recognition of Women’s History Month, this powerful panel discussion dove into the complex challenges professional women face in balancing career ambitions with personal well-being. Featuring a dynamic group of women leaders, who tackled the question: Is it truly possible to "have it all"? 

The panelists explored how shifting societal norms, workplace policies, and personal perspectives can create an equitable environment that not only empowers women to succeed but also ensures equal opportunities for all to thrive in the workplace.

Thank you to our program moderator, Kathleen McSweeney, and the panelists Kate Bates, Monique Bryant and Candice Lopez for this candid conversation.

Sips, Savories & the Arts Soiree, June 2024

We are immensely grateful for the generosity of our sponsors whose crucial contributions allow us to offer exciting programming for the upcoming year. You can find these wonderful community partners on our website's new Sponsors page here - and please consider joining this terrific list too!