2026 Fall Activity Guide

SAIL: Stay Active & Independent for Life This evidence-based falls prevention group fitness program combines aerobics, balance, strength and stretching exercises to help older adults improve balance and mobility while helping to reduce the risk of falls. Fee is $25 for a 12-week session. Participants are encouraged to attend 2-3, 60-minute classes per week. Schedule can be found online in the monthly newsletter on the Ashburn Senior Center website. Registration is not available online. Participants MUST register in person at the senior center. Call for more information. M-Sa 10:00-11:00am ongoing 944633-01 OUTINGS & SPEAKERS Monthly Lunch Bunch There is no better way to get to know others and socialize than to share a meal together. Join us as we explore local area restaurants. There is a small cost for transportation that varies with distance. Lunch is self-pay. Sign up at the front desk. Check the monthly newsletter on the Ashburn Senior Center website for dates and restaurant locations. M-F 10:00am-1:30pm ongoing 944629-01 Out on the Town Join us for scenic drives, picnics, farmers’ markets, and other outings about town. There is a small cost for transportation that varies with distance. All activities are self-pay. Please check the monthly newsletter on the Ashburn Senior Center website for more information. Sign up at the front desk in person or call. M-F 10:00am-1:30pm ongoing 944630-01 Shopping Spree Shop local area stores like Walmart, Leesburg Premium Outlets, Patel Brothers and more. There is a small cost for transportation that varies with distance. All shopping is self-pay. Sign up at the front desk. Please check the monthly newsletter on the Ashburn Senior Center website for dates and locations. M-F 10:00am-12:00pm ongoing 944631-01 ASC Learns Guest speakers, including dieticians, nurses and others provide information on a variety of topics to help keep us informed and engaged. No registration necessary. Please check the monthly newsletter on the Ashburn Senior Center website for speakers, topics and dates. M-F 10:00-11:00am ongoing Free 944632-01 EVENTS Folklore & Fairy Doors Field Trip Explore the history and global folklore of fairies, sprites, and wood nymphs on a visit to Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve – Loudoun County’s hidden gem. After exploring the mythical origins of fairies, participants will handcraft a whimsical fairy door to display indoors or outdoors—just like the charming fairy doors now appearing in garden nooks, city sidewalks, and other surprising places. The program also includes lunch, an optional woodland stroll and transportation to/from the Ashburn Senior Center. In person or online registration is available. Membership at one of the Loudoun County senior centers is required. F 10:00am-2:00pm 9/18 $20 144627-01 Teatime with Flowers at Hal & Berni Park Enjoy a refreshing tea, coffee, and cookies while you preserve the beauty of nature through floral art. Learn how to dry-press flowers to make keepsakes, gifts, and more. Fee includes supplies, lunch and transportation to/from the Ashburn Senior Center. In person or online registration is available. Membership at one of the Loudoun County senior centers is required. F 10:00am-2:00pm 11/6 $20 144628-01

Nature Ornaments Come and make a variety of holiday ornaments using items found in nature! Choices include woodland animal ornaments, oyster shell ornaments, twig wreaths, and more. Fee includes supplies, lunch and transportation to/from the Ashburn Senior Center. In person or online registration is available. Membership at one of the Loudoun County senior centers is required. F 10:00am-2:00pm 11/13 $20 144629-01

CARVER SENIOR CENTER

200 Willie Palmer Way, Purcellville 571-258-3400 • loudoun.gov/seniors-carver Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm Closed Labor Day, 9/7, Indigenous Peoples Day, 10/12, Election Day, 11/3, Thanksgiving Day, 11/26

Open with limited services (no bus or meal programs) Veterans Day, 11/11, Thanksgiving Wednesday (noon closure) 11/25, Thanksgiving Friday, 11/27 facebook.com/CarverSeniorCenter SENIOR MEMBERSHIP Ages 55+: Senior members and program participants may purchase twelve-month memberships or attend on a drop-in basis. The cost of many activities is included in the membership or drop-in fee. Any additional fees will be noted in the activity listing. Please note some activities are not open for drop-ins. Memberships are processed during operating hours. Membership fee: $36 resident, $54 non- resident, $3 drop-in fee. All classes/activities are subject to change. Create a monthly themed painting with acrylics in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. All materials provided and open to all ability levels. No day of event registrations. $12 for members, $15 for non- members. Sa 9:30-11:30am 9/19 $12 130640-01 Sa 9:30-11:30am 10/10 $12 130640-02 Sa 9:30-11:30am 11/21 $12 130640-03 Arts & Handwork Club Bring your paintings, knitting, stitching and art projects for open studio time. *Due to lack of proper ventilation no oil painting or other harmful fumes materials allowed!* Open to all levels, no materials provided. Registration not required. W 1:00-3:00pm Ongoing Free 930622-02 ARTS & MUSIC Acrylic Painting Threads Club Work on your thread and yarn projects in a fun group setting. Open to stitching, quilting, knitting, and crochet. No registration required. No materials or storage provided. Tu 2:00-4:00pm Ongoing Free 930625-04