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5 Activities Seniors Will Love To Join in August

With the month coming to an end, fill the remaining days with free movies, dinners out, and an outdoor concert.

By Michele Kettner August 20, 2021 at 3:25 pm

As summer begins to fizzle out, there is still plenty of fun to be had. Whether you want to treat yourself to a special meal, go out dancing, or catch a movie, these are the events you’ll want to enjoy before the end of August.

Free Movie Mondays

August 23 & 30
Enjoy an afternoon movie on the house. Head to the theater to catch newest Hollywood releases, including Jungle Cruise, Respect, and Free Guy. Tickets can only be reserved the day of the show. ShowPlace ICON Tysons: 1667 Silver Hill Dr., McLean; free

Tuesday Night Line Dancing

August 24 & 31, 7-11 p.m.
Whether you grew up line dancing or want to try something new, this is your chance. Join LineDance4You for a free line dance lesson to start off your night out. After you get the hang of the steps, make your way to the dance floor to dance the night away. The Loudoun Kitchen and Bar: 510 E. Market St., Leesburg; free

Full Fitness

August 26, 10-11 a.m.
Get in your daily workout with others in the community. Before you work on increasing your stamina, stretch and warm up all of your major muscle groups. The entire workout includes core stabilization, balance skills, cardio, and a cool down. Lubber Run Community Center: 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington; 55-plus membership required

Napa Valley Wine Dinner

August 28, 7-10 p.m.
Instead of spending your Saturday night in, head out for an exclusive wine dinner. Curated by Market Salamander chef Pete Smith, guests will enjoy dishes paired with Napa Valley’s oldest vineyards. The five-course menu includes Maryland crab salad napoleon, crispy pork belly, braised short rib, and much more. Market Salamander: 200 W. Washington St., Middleburg; $125

Outdoor NSO Strings: “Beautiful, Poetic Strings”

August 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m. & 7-8 p.m.
Grab tickets to the intimate and socially distanced National Symphony Orchestra performance. The Last Stand Quartet will be playing a variety of compositions during the one-hour show, including Caroline Shaw’s “Orangery” and Astor Piazzolla’s “Oblivion” and “Libertango.” The Rectory on Princess Street: 711 Princess St., Alexandria; $42

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Michele Kettner

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.

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