Bridge
2026-01-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Scrabble
2026-01-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-26 15:00 - 17:00
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.

For 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.

ON HOLD: LGBTQ+ Group Lunch
2026-01-20 12:30 - 14:00
LGBTQ+ members from Silver Spring Village, Takoma Park Village, and other Washington area Villages are invited to a monthly lunch gathering on the third Tuesday of each month, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. at one of Silver Spring’s great restaurants. Enjoy good food, engaging conversation, and occasional educational topics in a welcoming atmosphere.
LGBTQ+ members of other Villages: For details, contact the office at 240-307-4132 or operations@silverspringvillage.org.
Silver Spring Village Members: To see this month’s location and to RSVP, login to the Member Portal and click on Calendar.

Canasta
2026-01-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 13:00 - 16:00
The Silver Spring Village Canasta Club will meet in person every Tuesday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
The club is open to players at all levels including beginning. New members are actively being sought.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Duckpin Bowling
2026-01-21 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:30
Duckpin Bowling, the perfect winter sport for Village members. Let the good times roll!
Village members, log in to the Member Portal and click on CALENDAR for location and other details.

Poker Dawgs
2026-01-21 16:00 - 17:30
To find out details about playing poker with the Poker Dawgs.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Rummikub Game via Zoom and Rummikub App
2026-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-01-21/
Easy to learn and constantly keeps you on your toes!! Come join us on Zoom and the Rummikub App.
You will need the following:

The Original Rummikub app – by Kinkajoo (Its icon is the black Joker-face tile)

You 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).
When 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)

A Facebook account to connect to other SSV players. – All SSV players will have to friend each other on Facebook
We highly recommend a separate device to access the Zoom.

We 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.
Please 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.

Chess
2026-01-22 11:30 - 14:00, 2026-01-29 11:30 - 14:00
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.

Attendees pay for their own charges

Let's Talk
2026-01-22 13:00 - 14:30 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-01-22/
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.
Let’s Talk will meet online every Thursday of the month from 1pm – 2:30pm via Zoom.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Rummikub (in person)
2026-01-22 13:00 - 16:00
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.

Village Book Club at Charles McGee Library
2026-01-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Charles McGee Library, 900 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Silver Spring Village’s in-person book club will meet on the fourth Thursday afternoon of each month at 2:00 at the Brig. General Charles McGee Library at 900 Wayne Avenue. For the January meeting, participants are invited to bring a favorite poem to share and discuss. All are welcome.

Yoga
2026-01-23 12:00 - 13:15
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.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Mahjongg
2026-01-23 13:00 - 16:00
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.
Experienced players only, please.

Table for Ten
2026-01-24 12:00 - 13:30
Join us for freshly prepared food and a sophisticated dining experience! Each month, a small group of Village members gathers for a meal at a different local restaurant, chosen by our very own restaurant insider—someone who knows all the best spots and the people behind them. With rotating cuisines and hidden gems on the menu, it’s a great way to explore Silver Spring’s vibrant dining scene while sharing good food and conversation. Space is limited, so be sure to register early!
Village members: To see this month’s location and other details and to register, please log into the Member Portal and click on the Calendar.

Monday Coffee at Kefa SSRAC
2026-01-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center, 1319 Apple Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
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.

Memoir Writers
2026-01-26 11:00 - 12:30
Memoir Writers is a small group that meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month to capture and share meaningful experiences from their lives. Members write both short pieces and longer works, focusing on stories that have shaped who they are.
For more details, log in to the Member Portal and visit the Calendar page.

Mindfulness
2026-01-26 16:30 - 18:00
Mindfulness is the ability to be consciously aware of the present moment in a way that enables an individual to choose actions that cultivate inner calm and emotional balance. In our sessions of guided meditation you will learn to be more aware of your thoughts, emotions, and environment in a nonjudgmental way by staying in the present.

The sessions will be held at the home of a member at 4:30, usually on the last Tuesday of each month . The group will be limited in size so it will be important to register beforehand.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Dinner at Parkway Deli
2026-01-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Parkway Deli, 8317 Grubb Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Since we’re back to in-person Scrabble at the Parkway Deli, we’re back to dinner at Parkway after the Scrabble game on the last Monday afternoon of the month at 5:30pm. You don’t need to have played Scrabble to come to dinner; just show up at 5:30 and find your Village friends. The Parkway Deli is at 8317 Grubb Road, Silver Spring.

For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Men's Happy Hour
2026-01-27 17:00 - 18:00
Village men — join your fellow village members for a glass or two of craft beer and some nibbles. RSVP recommended.

Attendees pay for their own charges

NOTE: DATE, TIME AND LOCATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Mystery Lovers Group
2026-01-28 11:00 - 12:30
Mystery Lovers Group
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Fourth Wednesday of the Month
Are you a fan of whodunits, thrillers, or classic detective fiction? The Mystery Lovers group is a welcoming space for anyone who enjoys reading, discussing, and even writing mysteries. We bring a variety of interests to the table—some of us are devoted to golden-age detective stories, while others prefer modern psychological thrillers or police procedurals.
Our discussions often center around favorite mystery writers and what makes their storytelling compelling. We explore themes, character development, and the art of crafting a satisfying twist. Occasionally, members may be inspired to share their own novel ideas or even excerpts of their writing for feedback in a supportive environment. Whether you’re a lifelong mystery reader, an aspiring author, or just curious, join us for engaging conversations and a shared love of the genre!
Village members, for further members-only details and to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page or contact the office.
If you are interested exploring Village membership (including a no-cost trial membership) or sampling selected members-only Village events, contact the office at 240-833-5586 or operations@silverspringvillage.org.

Rummikub Game via Zoom and Rummikub App
2026-01-28 16:00 - 18:00 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2026-01-28/

Let's Talk
2026-01-29 13:00 - 14:30 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/lets-talk-2-2/2026-01-29/
