Improve your conversational skills in Spanish with this welcoming study group. All levels welcome. Free and open to all.

If you are curious about The Center, but busy during the day, join us for an evening edition of our new and prospective member orientations. Along with a brief presentation about The Center and membership, you’ll have a chance to tour; meet staff, program leaders, and other new members; and enjoy some treats from Greenberry's! Free and open to all. Register here. Thank you to Delaney Hearing Center for its support of Welcome Wednesdays.

Do you need to relocate for your next chapter of life? Come meet representatives from The Blake at Charlottesville as they share information and answer questions about resort-style luxury living at an affordable price. (Pssst ... It's pet friendly too!) Free and open to all.

What's the difference between a bond and a stock? What about a mutual fund and an ETF, or a 403(b) from a Roth IRA? Jorgen Vik leads a discussion where truly no question is too basic. Free and open to all. Register for March 23 or March 29.

The African American Authors Book Club (AAABC) hosts Rosalyn Story, author of “Sing Her Name,” during the Virginia Festival of the Book. Learn more.

The Virginia Glee Club, UVA’s oldest musical organization, performs an eclectic mix of sacred and secular works from around the world. Free and open to all. Register here.

What causes arthritis and chronic degenerative diseases? Chiropractor Dr. Shawn Pallotti shares simple at-home preventative measures to fight against arthritis and act as an alternative to surgery. The March topic covers hips. Free and open to all. Register here.

Make three cards with cheery, springtime messages and a stand-up bunny. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $10; Guests $15. Materials fee $10, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

Stop by The Center on Saturday to learn about the benefits of Center membership. Meet staff and volunteers, get answers to your questions about healthy aging, and tour our beautiful, award-winning community center. Free and open to all. Register here.

Needle felt a one-of-a-kind, floral lapel or scarf pin to embellish your spring wardrobe! Bring a picture of your favorite flower or of the jacket or scarf you want to adorn. No experience necessary. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $10; Guests $15. Materials fee is $12, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

The Center at Belvedere always has volunteer opportunities. Current openings include a Program Assistant for Saturdays from 11:00 am–2:00 pm and Lobby Volunteers at various times throughout the week. The Center also needs Tour Guides for monthly orientations. Training is provided. Contact Bobbi Hughes for more information.

As The Center recently announced, Executive Director Peter Thompson will retire at the end of 2023. The Board of Directors has formed a committee to lead the search for our next Executive Director. Your feedback is critical to this transition. We invite you to attend one of the scheduled listening sessions or share your thoughts in this online survey. Register here for March 27, or March 29.

Learn more about The Center’s upcoming trip to Egypt scheduled for October 24–November 5. Jan Mendenhall with MJ Horus Adventures will share information and trip details. Free and open to all. Register here.

"Born to Be" follows the work of Dr. Jess Ting (he/him) at the Mount Sinai Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery. This remarkable documentary offers an intimate look at how one doctor’s work impacts the lives of his patients and his own journey from renowned plastic surgeon to pioneering gender-affirming specialist. Free and open to all.

Students and faculty of The Youth Orchestras of Central Virginia (YOCVA) play a potpourri of music for string quartet, string trios, piano trios, and small string ensemble. Hear jazz, folk, pop, and classical music including works by Dave Brubeck, Shostakovich, The Eurythmics, and J.S. Bach. Free and open to all. Register here.

Join members of the Cville Band's horn section for a variety of favorite tunes. Free and open to all.

Meet and socialize with other members of the 50+ LGBTQ+ community in the Charlottesville area at Sam's Kitchen. Open to all. RSVP here.

Improve your understanding of modern technology, including computers and cell phones, in this intro seminar with robotics team leaders from Albemarle High School. Free and open to all. Register here.

Thank you to all who have given a combined $20,477 to help us reach the Matching Challenge's goal of $25,000 by March 31! Every dollar donated to the challenge will be matched by a dollar from our anonymous donor. With $4,523 more to go, The Center needs your support. It's not too late to double your impact. Click here to give online today. Thank you for supporting healthy aging in our community!

Lenora Conway, former National Diet Institute manager, will address various causes of becoming overweight and the important role of behavior modification to achieve a regimen for healthy and sustainable weight control. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $10; Guests $20. Register here.

Lenora Conway leads an ongoing support group focusing on healthy diet as a lifelong commitment. Control nutrition and diet, find an alternative plan, and delete unproductive behavior. Guide to Healthy Living is a precursor to this group. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $10; Guests $20. Register here.

Learn how to preserve memories and photos in ways that POP and please the eye and heart. In this four-week class you will make solid progress on an album project. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $30; Guests $40. Materials fees vary. Register here.

The Crafty Ladies are currently accepting donations of acrylic yarn for their service-oriented knitting projects, including hats and meetings for MACAA, as well as baby blankets and prayer shawls. You cn drop off donations of full skeins in sizes 3–5 (DK, Light Worsted, Worsted, or Bulky) at the Welcome Desk.

This installment of the Wednesday Music Club features singers from the Charlottesville Opera. Free for Center members. Register here.

Persistent 10-year-old Wadjda would like nothing more than a new bicycle so she can beat her friend, a boy, in a race. But it's going to take some ingenuity to get one, especially in her culture, which sees bikes as a threat to a girl's virtue. Free and open to all. Register here.

Do you have enough money to last through your retirement? Are your accounts and investments set up to support your goals? Insurance, estate documents, inflation, and taxes ... Jorgen Vik, Certified Financial Planner, will cover it all. Open to all. Free for members; Guests $20. Register here.

Learn the Cha-cha, Rumba, Jive, Samba, and Paso Doble with instructor Steven Babusko. All levels of dance backgrounds are welcome. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $30; Guests $45. Register here.

Learn the Waltz, Quickstep, Tango, Foxtrot, and Viennese Waltz with instructor Steven Babusko. All levels of dance backgrounds are welcome. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $30; Guests $45. Register here.

Many thanks to Bronze Corporate Partner Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy for its generous support. Ivy Rehab provides physical therapy and occupational/hand therapy services to patients in Charlottesville and surrounding counties with focus on personal care to get you feeling better, faster. Ivy Rehab's partnership with The Center contributes to healthy aging opportunities for older adults in our community.

RN Ruth Sweet facilitates topics every other month to help you understand your diabetes diagnosis. The April topic is "Living with Diabetes." Free and open to all. Register here.

Learn American Mah Jongg, a rummy-like game using Chinese tiles. See required materials online. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $30; Guests $45. Register here.

Learn basic steps to classic Ballroom dances such as the Rumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, and Tango with instructor Samuel Umbaugh. Ballroom dancing is the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $30; Guests $45. Register here.

Create thought-provoking art using everyday objects that are often considered trash. Save those small boxes and junk drawer treasures, bring them to this class with Ann Cheeks, and let them tell you what they really long to become. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members $15; Guests $25. Materials fee is $10, payable to instructor at start of class. Register here.

Rummikub, Chess, Triominoes, cards, Scrabble, Yahtzee and more - we've got game! All are welcome to come and enjoy the camaraderie. Free and open to all.

Learn about meaningful volunteer opportunities at many area non-profit organizations. Join The Center and the Good Life Series for door prizes and complimentary refreshments. Free and open to all.

Ready to show off your skills from The Center's ballroom dance classes? Take the stage with instructor Steven Babusko to perform tango, waltz, and more at a lunch show on June 7. Register by May 1 to join rehearsals.