By KERI LIPPERINI

Special to the Recorder

AARP Tax-Aide counselors will begin preparing taxes Monday, Feb. 11. This program is open to low- to moderate-income senior citizens, aged 50-plus. Appointments are required and can be scheduled now by calling one of the three senior centers.

Intergenerational Camp seeks volunteers

The annual Intergenerational Camp will be held July 15 through 19. Persons interested in volunteering can contact the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606 or 301-855-1170 to fill out a volunteer application by the end of March.

News from Calvert Pines Senior Center

Break free of the winter doldrums. Dress up and come to a Winter Ball at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner and dance away the night. Fee is $6. Attendees must preregister.

Hear some interesting “How I Met My Spouse” stories for Valentine’s Day, Thursday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. Anyone with a story can contact Sally at the center.

News from North Beach Senior Center

Get out of the house and enjoy the Monthly Movie, Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 10:30 a.m.

Liven up the day with Red Hot Valentine Bingo and ice cream sundaes, Thursday, Feb. 14, at 10:30 a.m. Win prizes and enjoy ice cream with all the toppings.

News from Southern Pines Senior Center

Enjoy two days of bird fun. Come to a presentation, “Supporting Wild Birds in Winter,” on Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 12:30 p.m., and learn how to provide extra food for the wild birds. Then, make a treat for the birds, Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 10 a.m. at Winter Craft: Suet Ball for Wild Birds. All materials will be provided.

Dress in a favorite red or pink outfit for the Valentine’s Day Party, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14. Enjoy music, games, prizes and refreshments.

Take a trip

Enjoy a tour of Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, March 6. Highlights include a demo by the 316th Security Forces K-9 military working dogs, a tour of the KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling military aircraft and the 1st Helicopter Squadron that is used to transport the president and other dignitaries. The $40 fee includes transportation, tour and lunch at the Courses Buffet.

Embark on a journey with Noah and his family at the Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, Pa., Thursday, April 11. Watch as he builds his boat and has hundreds of animals enter the great ark that surrounds the audience on three sides of the 300-foot stage. The $115 includes transportation, show and a family-style dinner.