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​Villages of Kensington
Meetings and Events


Email questions to Members@VillagesofKensingtonMD.org.

Other Events & Learning Opportunities

Suburban Hospital WellWorks

​January 11, 2021




Online Exercise Classes Keep the Community Connected

Suburban Hospital’s online Community Health and Wellness Classes keep members of the community active and engaged. Connect with others from the comfort of your home.

LEARN HOW


Virtual Zoom Classes & Events

Zoom links to the events listed below will be provided to registrants prior to the event








Start the New Year Right!




Quitting Smoking: Am I Ready?

Thinking about quitting smoking, but don’t know how to start? Register for a free and confidential telephone or Zoom meeting with a tobacco health navigator to learn about support options and discuss your next steps.

Call 301-896-2334 to learn more and schedule a free session.

*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*



Nutrition One on One

Cost: $85/hour; $45/half hour

Meet with a registered and licensed dietitian for a comprehensive health evaluation and to create a personalized nutrition and exercise program for the New Year.

Call 301-896-3615 to schedule a session.

*Messages will be returned on Mondays & Tuesdays*




Diabetes Thrive 365

Wednesday, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 and Mar. 10
6–7 p.m.
Free!

REGISTER

This monthly series features guest speakers sharing insights about living well with diabetes. Learn strategies, exchange information and get the support needed to thrive 365 days a year.



Updates from the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium

Thursday, Jan. 14
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!

REGISTER

Join medical oncologist John Wallmark, MD, for a discussion of the latest advances in breast cancer research, treatment and survivorship presented at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.



Yoga from the Heart

Thursdays, Jan. 14 – Mar. 4
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Cost: $70

REGISTER

This gentle yoga class, designed with cardiac patients in mind, teaches ways to manage physical, emotional and spiritual stress following a cardiac event or heart disease diagnosis.



Mindfulness Meditation

Fridays, Jan 22 – Feb. 26
11–11:45 a.m.
Cost: $55

REGISTER

A Mindfulness Center instructor will guide you on the basics of mindfulness meditation by focusing on posture, breathing and energy work.



Skin Cancer and Beyond

Wednesday, Jan. 27
5:30–6:30 p.m.
Free!

REGISTER

Board certified dermatologist Thomas Yu, MD, will talk about the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of skin cancer and share tips for maintaining skin health during the pandemic.



Dine, Learn & Move: Start the Day, Start the Year

Wednesday, Jan. 27
6–7:30 p.m.
Free!


Get your heart pumping with a fitness activity, tips for making healthy choices and a live cooking demonstration—all in one interactive session! Learn how a healthy breakfast sets the tone for a day full of energy, focus and an active metabolism. Email wellnessinfo@co.pg.md.us to register.



Get Back into Action with Joint Replacement

Thursday, Jan. 28
1–2 p.m.
Free!

REGISTER

Learn about the latest advances in joint replacement surgery and treatment options for common hip and knee joint issues.


Addiction Treatment Programs




Concerned Persons Program

Join us for a series of lectures to learn how to help a loved one coping with a substance abuse disorder.

Contact bkane@jhmi.edu with questions about this free program and how to participate.



Alcohol & Other Drugs Seminar

This education seminar for 13–18 years old and their families teaches how drugs affect the body, the legal aspects of substance use, and how substance use can impact your life and goals.

Email bkane@jhmi.edu to lean more.



Metastatic Cancer Discussion Group

Monday, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 and Mar. 22
1–2 p.m.
Free!


This monthly group is open to patients and caregivers to discuss living and coping with advanced cancer. Videos and readings are used to stimulate discussion and reflection. Contact Liz Single, MSW, at 202-660-7839 or esingle6@jhmi.edu to register and learn more. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.



For people with a history of cancer and their caregivers:

Taste of Reiki for Self-Care

Weekly appointments available
Free!


Reiki is a subtle, meditative practice using light, still touch on the body to help relieve stress, promote balance and encourage self-healing. Contact Pam Goetz, OPN-CG, at 202-243-2320 or pgoetz4@jh.edu to learn about our half-hour private sessions, small group sessions and formal training. Hosted by Sibley Memorial Hospital.


For additional classes and events, please visit
EVENTS.SUBURBANHOSPITAL.ORG
or call 301-896-3939.

Are you looking for additional opportunities to connect with others? Browse through the 
Sibley Memorial Hospital Events page and Washington Metropolitan OASIS catalog for more virtual offerings.

Zoom FAQs
Class Policies




8600 Old Georgetown Road | Bethesda, MD 20814
301-896-3100
​AHA Calendar of Events
 
AHA members and volunteers are always welcome to our Zoom events. Remember that you can join by telephone if you don't have video capability. You still need to register in advance to get the phone-in number to join. So don't miss out....join us either way. Click on any program title to read more about it. Sign up on AHA Hub or contact our office to RSVP: 703-231-0824.
 
Reminder: All event registration deadlines are 2 days prior to the program. We will include the Zoom link in your event confirmation as well as in the event reminder the day prior to all who have registered. (If you haven't used Zoom yet, contact the AHA office and we'll be happy to arrange a time to introduce you to Zoom and ensure you can access it.) 
  • Monday, January 11, 2021 – 10:00-11:30 am - Art Talk - Through the Garden Gate
  • ​Monday, January 11, 2021 – 1:00-3:00pm -  Monday Book Club: Sugar in the Blood 
  • Tuesday, January 12, 2021 – 10:00-11:30 am - What's in the News Discussion 
  • Wednesday, January 13, 2021 – 1:00-2:30 pm - Regional Public Art Projects by the Washington Glass Studio
  • ​Thursday, January 14, 2021 – 5:00-6:00 pm - Monthly Birthday Celebration
  • Thursday, January 14, 2021 – 1:00-2:30 pm -Innovative Diagnostic & Treatment Options for Non-Surgical Orthopedic Conditions 
  • Friday, January 15, 2021 – 10:00-11:00 am - Roundtable Discussion: Planning for 2021
  • Friday, January 15, 2021 – 12:00-1:00 pm - Politics & the Theater with Molly Smith
The Villages of Kensington recommends the following robust calendars of online and live events, click the buttons for the most up to date details
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Senior Planet helps seniors learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. Our courses, programs, and activities are changing the lives of older adults far beyond technology.
Montgomery County Senior Planet

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Founded in 1982, Oasis is a non-profit educational organization that is active in over 250 communities and reaches more than 50,000 individuals each year.
Montgomery County Oasis Courses

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Local and regional vendors offer fresh baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, organic meats, seafood, cheese, artisan breads, olive oil and prepared foods. Click the vendors to the left to explore their specialties.
Open every Saturday year-round, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Located at the Historic Train Station at 3701 Howard Avenue.
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A non-profit organization whose mission is to provide adult education classes to the local communities. Live & Learn Bethesda was created to enrich the communities by offering interesting, informative and stimulating classes with a wide range of topics including Exercise & Fitness, Arts & Music, History & Literature, Computers & Technology, and Local & General Interest.

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Check out the ​COVID-19 Boredom Busters from our friends at Chevy Chase at Home!
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With Telephone Topics, you simply call a toll-free number to listen to a wide range of interesting discussions and programs. Dial into…
Wellness programs
Participate in live, guided chair yoga or meditation sessions to stretch your body or mind.
Education programs
Learn about history, healthy habits, architecture, and more—it’s easy to learn something new!
Discussion topics
Share a piece of your mind when you join a lively discussion on sports, movies, and other topics.
Music reviews
Listen and learn about opera, early rock ’n’ roll, and other musical genres that get your toes tapping.
Live performances
Enjoy a live vocal performance or master storytelling session in the comfort of your own chair—with no cover charge!
Mather Lifeways Telephone Topics

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Discover a variety of events hosted by ​the campus in Rockville, Maryland offers six unique living options
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Kensington Park is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care residence located in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. They offer a wide variety of educational and entertaining events.
Kensington Park Events
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