50+ Programs

Come be a part of the new Seniors in Action program, Mondays through Fridays! There are fun social activities for ages 55+ to keep you engaged, educated, and having fun.
Seniors in Action Plus (Includes registration for Strength & Balance class 1900.322)
1961.322 M-F, 1/18-5/27 $180/$130 MCC district residents. Spaces are limited for this pass.
Seniors in Action
1960.322 M-F, 1/18-5/27 $65/$55 MCC district residents
SIA Schedule for Monday, April 18-Friday, April 22, 2022 (PDF) (Click to download)
SIA Schedule for Monday, May 2 - Friday, May 6, 2022 (PDF) (Click to download)
SIA Schedule for Monday, May 16 - Friday, May 20, 2022 (PDF) (Click to download)
General Program Overview (Subject to Change)
Mondays
10-11 a.m. Chi Kung
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Games
Tuesdays
9-10 a.m. S.A.I.L. Exercise Class
9:30-10:30 a.m. Book Club (2nd Tuesday of the month),
• January 18 (This is an exception to the standard rule)
• February 8
• March 8
• April 12
• May 10
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mah-Jongg (Practice & Play)
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. OFC Games Option (Pool, Table Tennis, Scrabble, Bridge)
Wednesdays
10 a.m. Speakers (duration varies)
View the Speakers Schedule
Thursdays
9-10 a.m. S.A.I.L. Exercise Class
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. SIA Intermediate Bridge
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. OFC Games Option (Pool, Table Tennis, Scrabble)
Fridays
12:30-2 p.m. Trivia (First Friday of every month)
12:30 -2 p.m. Potluck (Last Friday of every month)
• January 28: Healthy Dishes
• February 25: Comfort Foods
• March 25: Brunch
• April 29: Picnic Favorites
• May 27: Farmers Market Inspired
For more information, contact Seniors in Action Program Manager Carrie Conley at caroline.conley@fairfaxcounty.gov.

All events will be held in person unless noted by **
Wednesday, May 4
10-11 a.m.
Transportation Programs for Fairfax County Residents Ages 50+
Karla Nativi (D.A.T.A.), MaryJo Hensler (FFX Cty NCS), Denis Paddeu (Volunteer Travel Trainer)
Friday, May 6
12:30-2 p.m.
SIA Trivia Day MCC Community Hall
Old Firehouse Center staff
Wednesday, May 11
10-11 a.m.
Container Gardening
Larry Jones, GreenSpring Master Gardeners
Tuesday, May 17
10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Local Travel Trip
Denis Paddeu, Volunteer Travel Trainer
*Must register in advance with SIA
Wednesday, May 18
10:15-10:45 a.m.
Dance Demo
10:45-11:15 a.m.
Coffee and Pastries and a Discussion about the Alden Theatre Volunteer Usher Program
Jeff Virchow, Alden Theatre
Monday, May 23
11-11:45 a.m.
Pet Therapy
P.A.L.S.
Wednesday, May 25
10 a.m.-noon
Mah-jongg Instruction
Bette Shanley, Instructor
Friday, May 27
12:30-2 p.m.
Potluck: Farmer's Market Inspired
SIA Program

Enjoy increased flexibility, strength, balance and energy as you challenge yourself, while respecting and honoring your body. You'll need a yoga mat, strap and block, a resistance band, a set of 1- to 2-lb. hand weights and water.
Instructor: TBA.
Session I
Virtual
9 lessons @ 55 mins, $155/$125 MCC district residents
1870.322 M, 1/24-3/28 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
No lesson on 2/21.
In-Person
11 lessons @ 55 mins, $190/$155 MCC district residents
1872.322 Th, 1/20-3/31 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
Session II
Virtual
8 lessons @ 55 mins, $135/$115 MCC district residents
1871.322 M, 4/11-6/6 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
No lesson on 5/30.
In-Person
9 lessons @ 55 mins, $155/$125 MCC district residents
1873.322 Th, 4/14-6/9 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

Includes warm-up, strength-building, balance exercises, gentle stretches, and chair-based options. Bring water, dumbbells, resistance “stretchy” bands, and a 6-8-inch diameter ball. Bring a mat. Some exercises will be on the floor.
Instructor: Linda Bernstein.
In-Person
14 lessons @ 55 mins, $265/$220 MCC district residents
1900.322 Tu, 2/1-5/17 1-1:55 p.m.
No lesson on 3/15 and 4/5.

Enjoy increased flexibility, strength, balance and energy as you challenge yourself, while respecting and honoring your body. You'll need a yoga mat, strap and block, a resistance band, a set of 1- to 2-lb. hand weights and water.
Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC.
Virtual
7 lessons @ 55 mins, $120/$100 MCC district residents
1861.122 M, 6/27-8/15 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
No lesson on 7/4.
In-Person
8 lessons @ 55 mins, $140/$110 MCC district residents
1862.122 Th, 6/23-8-11 11:30 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

Summer SIA! SIA activities are designed to encourage learning, foster relationships and build community for ages 55+. Our in-house Senior Coordinator Carrie Conley will help make your time with us fun and fulfilling.
1960.122 $30/$25 MCC district residents
Seniors in Action (SIA) Summer Schedule
Tuesdays
Mah Jongg 6/28, 10 a.m.
Mah Jongg 7/5, 10 a.m.
Mah Jongg 7/26, 10 a.m.
Mah Jongg 8/2, 10 a.m.
Wednesdays
SIA Activity 6/29, 10 a.m.
SIA Activity 7/6, 10 a.m.
SIA Activity 7/27, 10 a.m.
SIA Activity 8/3, 10 a.m.
Thursdays
Bridge 6/30, 10 a.m.
Bridge 7/7, 10 a.m.
Bridge 7/28, 10 a.m.
Bridge 8/4, 10 a.m.
All above activities held in the Hampton Room, SIA Membership required.
SIA Book Club Summer Schedule
June 6/28, 10 a.m.
July 7/26, 10 a.m.
August No Book Club in August
SIA Membership required.
Open Games Summer Schedule
Summer Drop-In Games (Not part of SIA)
Tuesday 7-10 p.m. Mah Jonng Hampton Room
Thursday 6:30-9 p.m. Various Old Firehouse
Friday 7-10 p.m. Bridge Hampton Room
No registration required, self-led activity, games supplies provided, no attendant present, SIA Membership NOT required.