Aging Rainbows Group For LGBT Seniors

A new pilot group called, “Aging Rainbows Coffee & Conversation” will meet on the first Tuesdays during August through October at the Senior Center at Cascades in Sterling, Virginia. If the pilot is successful, this will become a regularly scheduled program at the center. The group will discuss topics and challenges facing the 50+ LGBT Community and their allies.

The group will be led by Karen McPhail, a Sage Care credentialed facilitator, Ambassador for the National Resource Center for LGBT Aging Education and founder of the new non-profit organization, “Aging Rainbows.” Karen will lead conversations exploring supportive aspects and topics such as financial, legal and inclusive caregiving as they relate to members of the LGBT community as they age.
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OPEN HOUSE – Guests Are Free!

Enjoy live music, take a tour, try a new activity and join the center that offers activities and classes tailored for people 55+. Come meet new people and join the fun at the Senior Center at Cascades Open House on Friday, January 18, 2019 from 9am-2pm.
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Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Learn about Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and enjoy this joyous celebration of memory and spirit with live Mariachi music and authentic Mexican food on Thursday, November 1, 2018, from 2-4PM. The tradition of Dia de los Muertos originated thousands of years ago.

The celebration is open to anyone 55 or better. Tickets are $7 or $5 for Senior Center Members in advance. Light refreshments will be served. Advance purchase is required.

Line Dance Party August 16th

Dust off those boots and learn some new moves (and perhaps some you already know) at the Line Dance Party on Thursday, August 16, 2018, from 2-4PM

The Line Dance Party is open to anyone 55 or better. Instruction provided by Maria Min, member of the Line Dance Consortium. Tickets are $7 or $5 for Senior Center Members by August 15. Light refreshments will be served. Advance purchase is recommended.
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