• April is National Poetry Month. Launched in 1996 by the [...]

    • April 10 - April 30
  • Iona is giving away a limited supply of FREE “Senior [...]

    • April 15 - April 22
  • Tailored exercises focus on building muscle strength, improving core stability, and refining balance skills crucial for daily life.

    • Iona Senior Services-Fitness Room
    • April 17 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  • ‘If you practice Tai chi, you will have the vitality of a lumberjack, the suppleness of a baby, and the tranquility of a sage.’

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • April 17 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
      Virtual Event
  • Join our Virtual Community Lunch where neighbors come together for a delightful hour of connection and conversation. Bring your lunch and join us online for a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • April 18 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      Virtual Event
  • Join us this April as DC Public Library honors the achievements and rich heritage of Arab Americans! National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) is a time to recognize the many contributions Arab Americans have made to our society.

    Throughout April we encourage you to explore the vibrant traditions, history, and culture of Arab Americans in our community. Check out great reads recommended by the library and the Arab American Foundation, research Arab American stories with library resources, join us for the Arab American Foundation Fest at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library and more!

    • Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
    • April 18 @ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • This gentle Pilates mat class is designed specifically for adults aged 60 and older, focusing on improving strength, flexibility, posture, and balance.

    • Georgetown Library
    • April 20 @ 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
  • This dance fitness program is specifically designed for active older adults, providing a workout that promotes cardiovascular health, flexibility, and overall well-being.

    • Tenley-Friendship Library
    • April 20 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • This dance fitness program is specifically designed for active older adults, providing a workout that promotes cardiovascular health, flexibility, and overall well-being.

    • Tenley-Friendship Library
    • April 20 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Delve into the world of Fine Arts with Dominique in an engaging and interactive class. Explore various art forms, from traditional to contemporary, diving into techniques, history, and the expressive power of visual arts.

    • Cleveland Park Library
    • April 20 @ 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Relax, rejuvenate, and restore with Beth in this soothing and accessible gentle yoga class. Perfect for all levels, this session focuses on gentle stretches, calming breathwork, and mindful movements to promote flexibility, relaxation, and inner peace.

    • Georgetown Library
    • April 20 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • This gentle yoga class is designed for older adults who prefer a slower-paced practice. Students will use a chair and mat to experience a gradual progression of yoga poses to strengthen and stretch the body and breathing practices to calm the mind. The teacher will tailor the poses to accommodate the needs of different bodies, such as tight hips and hamstrings or cranky knees. All levels are welcome.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • April 20 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      Virtual Event
  • Join Emma in our specially curated fitness program designed for seniors seeking to enhance strength, core stability, and balance. Tailored exercises focus on building muscle strength, improving core stability, and refining balance skills crucial for daily life.

    • Iona Senior Services-Fitness Room
    • April 20 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
  • 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 Andres Izquierdo.

    • Ashe & Norton Art Gallery
    • April 20 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Monday's virtual presentations swing with a focus on local, little-known aspects in Washington, DC’s history. We unearth the stories that connect us to the present, bringing appreciation to lives and stories that helped to shape the city and impacted the country as a whole.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • April 20 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      Virtual Event
  • In this virtual film salon, we come together on Zoom to watch timeless cinema classics, followed by lively and thought-provoking discussions. Each film sparks emotions, explores deep themes, and reveals layers of meaning—sometimes hilarious, sometimes dramatic, always captivating. With over a hundred films behind us, every screening offers a fresh idea or a striking image that lingers in our hearts and minds.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • April 20 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      Virtual Event
  • Join Ayanna for an enriching Pilates Mat class that goes beyond the physical workout, incorporating her unique approach to mindfulness and body awareness.

    • Georgetown Library
    • April 21 @ 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
  • In this course, participants will explore a variety of mixed-media approaches to art! Mixed media can unlock a variety of textures, styles, and imaginative avenues.

    • Georgetown Library
    • April 21 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Join Ayanna for a specialized yoga class focusing on balance techniques practiced on the floor. This session is tailored to enhance stability, flexibility, and mindfulness through gentle poses and guided movements.

    • Cleveland Park Library
    • April 21 @ 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
  • Come learn the latest line dances by choreographers nationwide every Tuesday with Karen. Dance to soul, jazz, pop, and gospel music. New to line dance? No problem. Step-by-step instructions are provided for each dance before it is performed. Learn how to execute each line dance step correctly. This is a fun, low-impact form of exercise. Give it a try.

    • Iona Senior Services-Fitness Room
    • April 21 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM