Socrates' inspired dialogue on topics of our time
2025-06-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-16 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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.
RSVP required, via the Village website calendar, or by email to programs@silverspringvillage.org
The first and third Mondays of the month from 11:00 to 12:30 at the home of the event hosts.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Scrabble
2025-06-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-16 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.

Stitchers For Good
2025-06-02 15:30 - 17:30
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.
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Village Programs Committee
2025-06-03 13:00 - 14:30 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/village-programs-committee/2025-06-03/
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.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
1st Tuesdays, 1:00pm—2:30pm
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

Canasta
2025-06-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-17 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.

Navigating Senior Living
2025-06-03 16:00 - 17:00
What Are My Senior Living Options?
An Informative Zoom Session
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Even if you’re not ready to make a move, it’s important to understand your options. Life can change quickly—whether through aging, illness, or injury—and when it does, you’ll want to be prepared. It’s never too early to start thinking about what’s next. This session will give you the tools and insight to plan with clarity and confidence.
Click here to register. A Zoom link will be emailed to you after registration.

Poker Dawgs
2025-06-04 16:00 - 17:30
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
2025-06-04 16:00 - 18:00 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2025-06-04/
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.

Write-On Memoir Group
2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:30
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.

For further members-only details or to register, log into the Member Portal and visit the Calendar page.

Chess
2025-06-05 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-12 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

Yoga
2025-06-06 12:00 - 13:15, 2025-06-13 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
2025-06-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-13 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.

Patio Party
2025-06-08 16:00 - 18:00
Enjoy a member’s beautiful patio and garden – a haven for birds and other wildlife. See photo at right!
Space is limited and registrations are required. Login and register here.

Monday Coffee at Kefa SSRAC
2025-06-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-16 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.

Men's Breakfast Group
2025-06-10 09:30 - 11:00 | Java Nation, 1010 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD, United States
Attendees pay for their own charges
For further members-only details or to register, log into your member account and visit the Calendar page.

SPARKLE: Local Blues Legend Mark Wenner
2025-06-11 16:00 - 17:30 | Koiner Urban Farm, 737 Easley Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Join us for a very special Blues Week SPARKLE: Journey of Blues Warrior Mark Wenner — a look back with County Executive and longtime friend Marc Elrich. Mark will perform, accompanied by guitarist Zack Sweeney.
Enjoy a Happy Hour Picnic. Bring your own picnic to enjoy during the talk/performance.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! We’d appreciate it if you would register on the website below.

Rummikub Game via Zoom and Rummikub App
2025-06-11 16:00 - 18:00 | https://silverspringvillage.org/calendar/rummikub-game-via-zoom-and-rummikub-app/2025-06-11/

What is a Care Manager and Could You Benefit from One?
2025-06-12 13:00 - 15:00
Open to Village members only.
An informative Zoom session to learn how care managers help older adults and their families navigate the challenges of aging. From coordinating medical care and housing options to solving problems and reducing stress for caregivers, care managers are trusted professionals who advocate for your needs and help you plan ahead. Whether you’re facing a crisis or just want expert guidance, this session will shed light on when and why to turn to a care manager.
Registration is required. Login to register or call the office at 240-307-4132.

Talking About Travel
2025-06-16 13:00 - 15:00
Village members get together on a monthly basis in a member’s home to talk about travel — the member’s trips past, current and future, practical issues related to travel (getting information, using phones, making reservations, available discounts, and anything else).
Generally on the third Monday of the month at 1:00 in member’s home.

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

LGBTQ+ Group Lunch
2025-06-17 13:30 - 15:00
The joint Silver Spring Village and Takoma Park Village LGBTQ+ Group meets at a local restaurant on the third Tuesday of the month at 1:30pm for lunch, conversation, education, and community-building. All sexual or gender minority individuals in either of the two villages are welcome.

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

Poker Dawgs
2025-06-18 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.
