Stop by to learn more about one of Charlottesville's newest senior living facilities, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Enter a prize drawing for a Greenberry's gift card. Free and open to all.

Matty Metcalfe is an accomplished and versatile musician who has mastered different instruments, from piano and accordion to banjo and guitar and has played The Grand Old Opry and the Kennedy Center. David Kulund is a singer/songwriter, and sang and played guitar in popular bands in New York City and Boston. Food Truck: Raclette on the Run Free and open to all. Register here.

This uplifting documentary pays homage to the unique legacy of African American lawyer Pauli Murray, a social justice campaigner and Episcopal priest whose colorful life and tireless crusades greatly influenced 20th century civil rights struggles. Free and open to all.

Honor a friend, colleague, or family member and support healthy aging with a tribute or memorial gift to The Center. When you make a tribute, we send a personalized letter to the honoree or their family to share your thoughtful gift, though the amount is kept confidential. You can give via mail, the Welcome Desk, or online. Contact Philanthropy Manager Anna Grey Hogan with questions via email or at 434.220.9743.

Hill & Wood Funeral Home and Stephanie Bonney, General Manager of Panorama Natural Burial, lead an hour of Q&A covering the differences between conventional and traditional burial, how to prepare for a natural burial, and more. This is a repeat of the July presentation. Free and open to all. Register here.

Give yourself, your family members, and caregivers peace of mind by taking the time to set up a plan for your long-term care with Kim Volker, COO of Care is There, and Tracy Meade, certified long-term care consultant and financial planner. Free and open to all.

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.

Scott Elliff, owner of DuCard Vineyards, shares how our local wine industry came to be from the first settlers to Prohibition, through to the modern rebirth of the industry – it’s been a wild ride! Free and open to all. Register here.

Members of the Cville Band's woodwind section will entertain you with a variety of tunes. Free and open to all.

Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle seek compassionate and enthusiastic tutors in reading, writing, or speaking English. No teaching experience necessary to help adult students achieve their goals. Register for upcoming in-person trainings on August 26 or September 23 at literacyforall.org/tutors.

The fall season kickoff is the perfect time to join one of The Center's bands. Under the direction of Michael Auman, the First Wind Band, the Second Wind Band, and the Flashbacks practice and perform a variety of music, helping you enjoy all the amazing health benefits of playing an instrument! Click each band's link to learn more.

Aromatherapist Susan Loving discusses the right blend of essential oils to offer relief from joint and muscle discomfort. Review helpful properties and learn to blend a personal essential oil roller. Free and open to all; materials fee is $5, payable to instructor at start of class. 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.

Artists in the second floor gallery lounge celebrate and share about their artwork while indulging in refreshments and good conversation. Their pieces will be displayed throughout September and October. Free and open to all.

Playing music is the best thing you can do for your brain! Learn the recorder, make music, and have fun with instructor Gary Porter. No experience necessary. Beginners meet at 1:30 pm and intermediate students meet at 2:30 pm. Open to all. Prime members free; Standard members and Guests $25/month. Register here.

Join this informal gathering of instrumentalists and vocalists to play standard jazz tunes. Musicians of all ages and abilities, from beginners to professionals, are welcome to join in. Not a musician? Come and listen! Free and open to all.

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.

Margo Kreider, Health Insurance Consultant and Broker, discusses health care costs, the moving parts of Medicare, enrollment, and more. Walk away from this one-hour seminar with the tools to make informed healthcare coverage decisions. Free and open to all. Register here.

Heather Clark discusses where to start and questions to ask about senior living to make the process understandable. Learn how senior living is regulated, the admission processes, and the differences between independent, assisted, and memory care. Free and open to all. Register here.

Many thanks to Bronze Corporate Partner Medi Home Hospice for its generous support! Medi Home Hospice provides care in the last phases of incurable disease for people to live as fully and comfortably as possible. Medi Home Hospice's partnership with The Center contributes to healthy aging opportunities for older adults in our community.

Were you a member of the drama club in school? Do you miss playing theatre games and improvising with friends? It’s time for your Second Act! Anna Grey Hogan helps seasoned and novice thespians alike explore different aspects of theatre in a fun, relaxed environment. Open to all. Free for members; Guests $30. Register here.

Discover the joys of playing percussion instruments to keep the body moving, the mind sharp, and the soul inspired! Learn how to read rhythm and pitch on the musical staff, and how to manage techniques and volumes, before you finally play a piece as a group. Bring your own drumsticks. Open to all. Prime members $36; Standard members $90; Guests $120. Register here.

Get hands on making music and learn how to study scores. Analyze how percussion and drum parts have been written for movie soundtracks, classical music, jazz, and rock, then play and record them in a fun, judgment-free zone. Bring your own drumsticks and binder. Open to all. Prime members $36; Standard members $90; Guests $120. Register here.

Did you know learning a new language can reduce your risk for depression, dementia, and more? Join one of The Center's upcoming year-long Spanish courses to learn something new and improve your health. Offerings include Beginning Spanish, Advanced Beginner Spanish, and Keeping Up Your Spanish. Click each link to learn more.

Our program Writing for Healing and Growth was so successful, we opened a second group. This is a safe place to write your story for fulfillment, growth, and healing. Enjoy the adventure of writing in this workshop three times a month. You can expect privacy, confidentiality, and support instead of critique. Open to Center members; $15 per person. Register and see full schedule here.