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GRNNC ACTIVITY LIST

ARTISTIC GROUPS

Van Gogh Starry NightArt Appreciation:
Members share their interest and knowledge of art from the old masters to contemporary works through discussion groups, visits to museums and galleries and presentations by members of their favorite artists. Meeting dates are announced in the newsletter.

 

sewing kitNeedlecraft:
Come share your experience and ideas at the next needlecraft meeting. Our new meeting time is 1:00 pm on the first Thursday of the month.

 

Old Black & White Classics
Enjoy the great movies from the silver screen. This group meets on the third Monday of the month to view and discuss classic movies from the thirties and forties.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS


books and bookends Book Remarks:
Book Remarks meets at 11:30 on the second Thursday at a member's home to discuss fiction, an occasional biography, and at least one classic each year.  




Page Turners Book Club:
The Page Turners Book Club meets on the third Tuesday at 1:00 pm. Discussions cover a wide variety of books. Members vote on an annual reading list and volunteer to lead or host the  monthly group.

 

 

 

Monday Morning Books

Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 11 AM.

"BON APPETIT" GROUPS


chef carving meat Destination Dinner:
The purpose of this group is to explore new or favorite restaurants.  The volunteer hostess makes a reservation  on the second Saturday of the month at the restaurant of her choice. She also invites all participants to her home for either appetizers or dessert. Members contact the hostess  to confirm their plans to attend.  Spouses or friends are welcome.



Lunch and Movie Bunch:
The lunch bunch meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm in a restaurant at the Reston Town Center. During lunch, each member selects an afternoon movie and shares reviews and opinions about what is playing at the local theater.

 

Luncheon Delight:
Luncheon Delight meets on the fourth Thursday for lunch in a member's home or at a local restaurant In February we go to tea at the Ritz-Carlton.   Check the newsletter to see where we are going each month!  All members are welcome but must call for a reservation. 

 


glass of red wine Wine Tasting:
The wine tasting group meets once a month on the third Saturday at 8. The hostess selects the wines and briefly describes their origin and assets. Guests rate the wines and compare rating results at the end of the evening.

 

CARD GROUPS

 

Couples Bridge:
This group meets on the fourth Saturday in the evening. The host couple provides snacks, coffee, and dessert.

 

First Tuesday Bridge
This group welcomes players of all levels. It meets on the afternoon of the first Tuesday.


Second Tuesday Bridge:
Second Tuesday Bridge is a two-table intermediate group that meets the second Tuesday at 1:00 pm .The hostess provides beverages and refreshments.

EXCURSION GROUPS

Antiques Group
The Antiques Group visits antique specialty shops and fairs together.  Members meet at a central location and carpool.  Check the newsletter for our next  outing.

 

Travel Treks:
This traveling group does new and different things on a varying monthly schedule. Members either car pool, use Metro or travel by private bus for shopping, lunch, home, garden, historic tours, or museums. Costs vary according to destination.

 

Sunday Ladies on the Go
Meets one Sunday a month for brunch & socializing.

PERSONAL GROWTH GROUPS

 

Let's Just Speak Spanish!
This group meets the the fourth Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM. .  It provides the oppportunity for members who have had some exposure to Spanish to practice speaking and/or studying further with others. 

 

Garden Group
Members take turns planning outings to enjoy gardens, plants, landscapes in our area.

 

Genealogy Group
An experienced genealogist will help you trace your family tree. This group meet the afternoons of the third Wednesday.

 


YOUR GROUP         

Members with other ideas for groups are encouraged to contact the Activities Coordinator and start another activity group!

SPECIAL EVENTS

There are three or four parties
and gatherings throughout
the year such as . . . . . .

Holiday Parties
BBQ
Octoberfest
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
and . . .

"A Night at The Oscar" party.