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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T100000
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UID:10007780-1775037600-1775043000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Walk in Sligo Park
DESCRIPTION:We’re getting out together\, taking weekly walks in Sligo Creek Park!  Weather permitting\, we’ll meet Wednesday mornings at 10:00 at locations which will be announced by email one or two days ahead of the walk. The walks will typically be 2 to 3 miles round-trip. \nSee you there! \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/walk-in-sligo-park-2/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260216T153718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T153718Z
UID:10010625-1775050200-1775055600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Duckpin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:Duckpin Bowling\, the perfect winter sport for Village members.  Let the good times roll! \nVillage members\, log in to the Member Portal and click on CALENDAR for location and other details.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/duckpin-bowling-3/2026-04-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T163204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173939Z
UID:10004799-1775059200-1775064600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Poker Dawgs
DESCRIPTION:For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/poker-dawgs/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T153826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174425Z
UID:10001575-1775059200-1775066400@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Rummikub Game via Zoom and Rummikub App
DESCRIPTION:Easy to learn and constantly keeps you on your toes!! Come join us on Zoom and the Rummikub App.\nYou will need the following: \n\nThe Original Rummikub app – by Kinkajoo (Its icon is the black Joker-face tile)\n\nYou will need to download the app to an iPad\, iPhone\, Android phone or Android tablet to play. (NOTE: the app is not available on Windows computers). \nWhen you create your Player Name on the app\, we recommend that you start your name with SSV\, so all our SSV players will be easy to find. (For example: my name is SSVCecilia) \n\nA Facebook account to connect to other SSV players. – All SSV players will have to friend each other on Facebook\nWe highly recommend a separate device to access the Zoom.\n\nWe plan to all get together via Zoom\, starting at 4 pm on Wednesdays. Then we’ll go into separate Zoom -Break Out Rooms for each group (of 2\, 3 or 4 players) depending on who is present and want to play together. We typically keep the Zoom going so we can talk while we’re playing; more experienced players can give guidance\, etc. \nPlease sign up ASAP. Deadline for registering is the day before the game. Must email Cecilia (see above) – Subject: FREE SSV Rummikub Zoom – with your email address and name.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Social,Virtual Event
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LOCATION:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-04-01/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T155658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T182941Z
UID:10002097-1775129400-1775138400@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Chess
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday at 11:30\, members will get together for lunch and to play chess at a local restaurant. For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees pay for their own charges\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/chess/2026-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251113T183247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T183558Z
UID:10002445-1775134800-1775140200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come and chat with the Village members who drop in. All Village members are welcome. No need to reserve a place in advance\, no agenda\, just some friendly chat. \nLet’s Talk will meet online every Thursday of the month from 1pm – 2:30pm via Zoom. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Social,Virtual Event
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LOCATION:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-04-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251218T194130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T194130Z
UID:10002879-1775134800-1775145600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Rummikub (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Build your circle of friends  by playing this game that is easy to learn and fast moving combining tactical thinking\, luck\, and competition.  We will play the 1st\, 2nd\, and 4th Thursdays of each month from 1 to 4pm at Cynna Janus’s house. Beginners are welcome. For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-in-person-2-2/2026-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20250319T180424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T150212Z
UID:10003320-1775217600-1775222100@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:The weekly yoga class meets every Friday from 12:00 – 1:15 pm via Zoom. It is an all levels class appropriate for beginners as well as those with more experience. The class leader (Cheryl) has been practicing yoga since the 1980’s and teaching since the mid- 1990’s. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/yoga-2/2026-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251022T155743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T155743Z
UID:10003582-1775221200-1775232000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Mahjongg
DESCRIPTION:There’s a weekly Village mahjongg game\, every Friday at 1 to 4pm in a member’s home. For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \nExperienced players only\, please. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/mahjongg-2/2026-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251022T152310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T181646Z
UID:10003843-1775224800-1775232000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Friendly game with experienced but not cut-throat players. Perfect if you played in college and want to get back into it. From one to three games per week depending on player availability; locations depend on who’s playing. Weekly schedule is usually finalized every Friday. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n  \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/bridge-2-2-2/2026-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260313T195853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T200103Z
UID:10011300-1775304000-1775309400@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Cheap Date Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Go on a cheap date with your fellow Villagers at a local Silver Spring eatery.  Ten seats are available. To RSVP and for location information\, log in to the Village calendar
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/cheap-date-lunch-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251112T221405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T221406Z
UID:10010076-1775469600-1775475000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Write-On Memoir Group
DESCRIPTION:The Write-On Memoir Group brings together people who want to capture and share memorable parts of their lives through writing. The current group is full\, but another can be formed if there’s sufficient interest and a volunteer leader steps forward. \n\n\n\nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into the Member Portal and visit the Calendar page.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/write-on-memoir-writing-2/2026-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Social,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20250303T190741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173022Z
UID:10006612-1775473200-1775476800@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Monday Coffee at Kefa SSRAC
DESCRIPTION:A group of SSVillage members have been meeting weekly to catch up with friends and get acquainted with new folks. Please join us at the Kefa Cafe in the lobby of the Silver Spring Recreation & Aquatic Center\, 1319 Apple Ave.\, Silver Spring\, MD 20910.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/monday-coffee-at-kefa-ssrac/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center\, 1319 Apple Avenue\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T162051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173328Z
UID:10004558-1775473200-1775478600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Socrates' inspired dialogue on topics of our time
DESCRIPTION:This will be a free-speech discourse on subjects ancient and recent\, holy and horrid. We will meet twice a month to consider what delights\, amazes\, and challenges our intellects. We will discuss subjects that particularly interest you and that may be relevant to all of us. Each participant is encouraged to contribute to the discussion from their own perspective and to listen thoughtfully to the contributions of others. \nRSVP required\, via the Village website calendar\, or by email to programs@silverspringvillage.org \nThe first and third Mondays of the month from 11:00 to 12:30 at the home of the event hosts. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/socrates-inspired-dialogue-on-topics-of-our-time/2026-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251022T152310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T181646Z
UID:10000090-1775484000-1775491200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Friendly game with experienced but not cut-throat players. Perfect if you played in college and want to get back into it. From one to three games per week depending on player availability; locations depend on who’s playing. Weekly schedule is usually finalized every Friday. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n  \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/bridge-2-2-2/2026-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174644Z
UID:10000351-1775487600-1775494800@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Scrabble
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow word lovers every Monday\, 3-5 p.m. at for a friendly game of Scrabble at one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants. Enjoy great food\, good company\, and a little wordplay—no experience necessary! Come for the game\, stay for the laughs.  Attendees pay for their own charges. \n\n\nFor members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.Considering Village membership and want to sample an event? Call our Operations Manager at 240-307-4132.\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/scrabble/2026-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240729T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173110Z
UID:10006124-1775489400-1775496600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Stitchers For Good
DESCRIPTION:The group usually (but not always!) meets on the first Monday of the month at 3:30 pm in a member’s home. Many participants knit\, crochet\, or sew a variety of things to donate to local causes or to help Village members. People can also work on personal projects or just come and talk. We want to do meaningful community service\, but this is also a fun\, social activity. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/stitchers-for-good-2-2/2026-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Community Service,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260313T201519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T201519Z
UID:10011301-1775496600-1775503800@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Dinner at the Deli
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get together for dinner at one of our fave restaurants. Limited to 12 please.  For registration and location information\, visit the Village calendar.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/dinner-at-the-deli/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T162328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173959Z
UID:10004738-1775566800-1775572200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Village Programs Committee
DESCRIPTION:Help create and operate the Village’s one-off and recurring social and educational events. Meet with us on the first Tuesday of the month at 1:00pm. The meeting will be via Zoom. \nPROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING \n1st Tuesdays\, 1:00pm—2:30pm \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/village-programs-committee/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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LOCATION:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/village-programs-committee/2026-04-07/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T151644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174558Z
UID:10000672-1775566800-1775577600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Canasta
DESCRIPTION:The Silver Spring Village Canasta Club will meet in person every Tuesday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. \nThe club is open to players at all levels including beginning.  New members are actively being sought. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/canasta/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251022T152310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T181646Z
UID:10000933-1775570400-1775577600@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Friendly game with experienced but not cut-throat players. Perfect if you played in college and want to get back into it. From one to three games per week depending on player availability; locations depend on who’s playing. Weekly schedule is usually finalized every Friday. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n  \n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/bridge-2-2-2/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260216T161441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T161441Z
UID:10007781-1775642400-1775647800@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Walk in Sligo Park
DESCRIPTION:We’re getting out together\, taking weekly walks in Sligo Creek Park!  Weather permitting\, we’ll meet Wednesday mornings at 10:00 at locations which will be announced by email one or two days ahead of the walk. The walks will typically be 2 to 3 miles round-trip. \nSee you there! \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/walk-in-sligo-park-2/2026-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260216T153718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T153718Z
UID:10010626-1775655000-1775660400@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Duckpin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:Duckpin Bowling\, the perfect winter sport for Village members.  Let the good times roll! \nVillage members\, log in to the Member Portal and click on CALENDAR for location and other details.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/duckpin-bowling-3/2026-04-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260326T145427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T151938Z
UID:10011302-1775656800-1775662200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:SPARKLE: Acorn Park with Silver Spring Historian Jerry A. McCoy
DESCRIPTION:You and Your Neighborhood Stream will feature Deb Briceland-Betts\, President of the Neighbors of the Northwest Branch\, a local citizen-based action group dedicated to restoring the health of the NW Branch of the Anacostia River. Learn about the work being done to improve the health of this important watershed and what one person can do at home to make a difference in the quality of their community’s water. \nA major ecological\, recreational\, and historic corridor\, the Northwest Branch watershed is a critical\, albeit degraded\, subwatershed of the Anacostia River that includes portions of the communities of Silver Spring\, Wheaton\, Kemp Mills\, and Four Corners. Essential for regional water quality\, biodiversity\, and the region’s drinking water supply\, it faces significant challenges from urbanization\, including high levels of impervious surfaces\, pollution\, and degradation of natural habitats. \nDeb Briceland-Betts\, a former nonprofit executive and Legal Services attorney\, was certified in environmental law while in law school. In her retirement\, she focuses on volunteer work for environmental causes that bring her joy\, including serving for five years as a citizen scientist for the Anacostia Riverkeeper. Currently President of the Neighbors of the Northwest Branch\, Deb has served on their Board since 2023. \nRegistration is encouraged.  Use the Village calendar\, email operations@silverspringvillage.org or call 240-307-4132 \nSPARKLE is a monthly education series organized by Silver Spring Village and Silver Spring Town Center.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/sparkle-you-and-your-neighborhood-stream-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T153826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174425Z
UID:10001576-1775664000-1775671200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Rummikub Game via Zoom and Rummikub App
DESCRIPTION:Easy to learn and constantly keeps you on your toes!! Come join us on Zoom and the Rummikub App.\nYou will need the following: \n\nThe Original Rummikub app – by Kinkajoo (Its icon is the black Joker-face tile)\n\nYou will need to download the app to an iPad\, iPhone\, Android phone or Android tablet to play. (NOTE: the app is not available on Windows computers). \nWhen you create your Player Name on the app\, we recommend that you start your name with SSV\, so all our SSV players will be easy to find. (For example: my name is SSVCecilia) \n\nA Facebook account to connect to other SSV players. – All SSV players will have to friend each other on Facebook\nWe highly recommend a separate device to access the Zoom.\n\nWe plan to all get together via Zoom\, starting at 4 pm on Wednesdays. Then we’ll go into separate Zoom -Break Out Rooms for each group (of 2\, 3 or 4 players) depending on who is present and want to play together. We typically keep the Zoom going so we can talk while we’re playing; more experienced players can give guidance\, etc. \nPlease sign up ASAP. Deadline for registering is the day before the game. Must email Cecilia (see above) – Subject: FREE SSV Rummikub Zoom – with your email address and name.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Social,Virtual Event
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LOCATION:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-04-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240728T155658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T182941Z
UID:10002098-1775734200-1775743200@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Chess
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday at 11:30\, members will get together for lunch and to play chess at a local restaurant. For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees pay for their own charges\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/chess/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20240729T204304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T173237Z
UID:10005945-1775739600-1775745000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Reflections Memoirs
DESCRIPTION:The Thursday Reflections group is a small group of people who are interested in writing about interesting aspects of their lives. This group generally meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 1:00 in person. If interested\, contact the group coordinator for details and availability. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/reflections-memoirs/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Interest Group,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251113T183247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T183558Z
UID:10002447-1775739600-1775745000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk
DESCRIPTION:Come and chat with the Village members who drop in. All Village members are welcome. No need to reserve a place in advance\, no agenda\, just some friendly chat. \nLet’s Talk will meet online every Thursday of the month from 1pm – 2:30pm via Zoom. \nFor further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Social,Virtual Event
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LOCATION:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-04-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20251218T194130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T194130Z
UID:10002880-1775739600-1775750400@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Rummikub (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Build your circle of friends  by playing this game that is easy to learn and fast moving combining tactical thinking\, luck\, and competition.  We will play the 1st\, 2nd\, and 4th Thursdays of each month from 1 to 4pm at Cynna Janus’s house. Beginners are welcome. For further members-only details or to register\, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-in-person-2-2/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Recreational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161949
CREATED:20260304T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T192038Z
UID:10011121-1775746800-1775754000@silverspringvillage.org
SUMMARY:Act Out!
DESCRIPTION:Were you the Class Clown?  Did you enjoy dressing up when you were a kid?  Is Halloween one of your favorite holidays?  Then you may want to join Act Out\, the Village’s new play reading group. We will be reading aloud from scripts in the public domain.  We will meet the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 3pm-5pm. \n  \nVillage members\, log in to the Village Calendar for the Zoom link and other information.
URL:https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/act-out/2026-04-09/
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