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Program Committee

The Program Committee develops programs enabling members to age in place and enjoy it along the way. 

OTHER COMMITTEES

Communications Committee

Diversity Committee

Governance Committee

Finance Committee

Membership Committee

Partnerships Committee

Volunteer Committee

Social and Cultural Programs

We arrange attendance at or trips to plays, films, musical events, museums, such as Hillwood House and Gardens, Glenwood,  the Frederick Douglass House, the Museum of Women in the Arts and the National Gallery.

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Health and Wellness Programs

The Village offers health and exercise programs developed especially for those age 50 and older. Stay healthy with Village walking groups, yoga, and regular exercise programs. 

 

Informational and Resource Sessions

We sponsor classes, workshops, talks, and expert advice on subjects of interest to an aging populations, such as Preparing to Grow Older Successfully, finance and resource management, senior housing options and retrofitting your home. 

 

 

Self-Organized Interest Groups

We encourage and support Villagers in developing their own agendas, leadership, and meeting schedules for small groups of three or more members who express an interest in coming together in shared experiences around a specific topic or activity. Current Village Interest Groups include:

 

 

  • Mindful Meditation, which meets regularly on Wednesdays
  • Caregivers Support Group
  • Ad Hoc Book Club
  • Waste Management Group

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Village Program Announcements 

Each week, the Program Committee sends out an email to inform Villagers of upcoming events. The Village Announcements go out on Mondays with events and regular activities sponsored by the Village.  The Village website also reports the activities of other Villages and other groups in the community.