What we’re about
Arlington Food Assistance Center Group Volunteer of the Year
Our 50+ group is all about being active, physically and socially. The organizers work hard to provide a diverse array of activities and events that appeal to our members. Our active events regularly include hiking, biking, and water sports (kayaking, canoeing, rafting), and trying new sports like pickleball, axe-throwing, and archery. Most of our activities conclude with an optional visit to a winery, brewery, restaurant, or outdoor picnic area so we can relax, unwind, and get to know each other better. Similarly, we host Happy Hours and restaurant outings to spend time with old friends and meet new ones. Our cultural events may include museums, embassy visits, concerts, and theater, or perhaps catching a ballgame at Nats Park. We strongly believe in giving back to our community and helping those less fortunate than ourselves, so we regularly volunteer at area food banks. In June 2024, 50+ was awarded Group Volunteer of the Year by the Arlington Food Assistance Center. Our broad spectrum of offerings, with a primary focus on being physically active, is what sets us apart from many other Meetup groups. We hope you join us!