Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia

Dear Friends,

We wanted to let you know that our Bingo Night scheduled for June 8 has been cancelled.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Our team is working on future event plans, and we look forward to gathering with you again soon.
To stay informed about upcoming Bingo Nights and other Shepherd's Center programs, please click the Event Calendar link below for the latest updates.

Thank you for your continued support of Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia and our mission to help older adults remain independent, connected, and engaged in the community.

Warm regards,
Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia
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May is Older Americans Month, focusing on taking an active role in your own well-being: staying connected, moving your body, eating well, and leaning on the people and programs in your community.

We see that kind of championing every single day at SCNOVA, thanks to our incredible volunteers and programs.

Every hour they give helps an older neighbor stay active, connected, and living life on their own terms.

Want to be part of the story? We're always looking for volunteers — especially this summer! Drivers, Friendly Callers, Handy Helpers, and more. Visit the link below to learn how you can help.
👉 https://scnova.pulse.ly/zrxbizgt7x

It was an honor to share our annual Volunteeer Appreciation Lunch with a few distinguished guests!

Vienna Mayor Linda Colbert for Mayor joined us to share her support and gratitude for our contributions to the community. We were also honored to receive a commending resolution from Delegate Holly Seibold and Delegate Karen Keys-Gamarra Karen Keys-Gamarra that honors our outstanding service to community.

Our lunch was also a wonderful way for our volunteers to spend time together and celebrate each other's accomplishments. Many of our volunteers have contributed 2, 3, or even 400 HOURS of service over the past year. Incredible!

We could not do this without them! Thank YOU!

Here's a closer look at the commending resolution SCNOVA received for our dedication and service to the greater NOVA community.

Thank you, Delegate Holly Seibold! We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated volunteers who enrich the lives of older adults in our community in myriad ways, as friendly visitors and callers, by offering rides, or even handy help around the house. Our mission is made possible thanks to you!

If you are interested in learning more about our volunteer opportunities and donating your time and talents to SCNOVA, please take a look at our application here: https://scnova.pulse.ly/awoyj4myp5

Every week, our SCNOVA Walking Club laces up and heads out together 👟

There’s no set route—just a shared sense of adventure. From peaceful neighborhood paths to local parks, each walk is shaped by the group, with members taking turns choosing where to explore next. No two weeks follow the same path, but the connection is a constant.

For many, it’s about more than just getting steps in. It’s about fresh air, friendship, and having something to look forward to. As one participant put it, “I’ve discovered new places and new friends.”

This month, we’re celebrating one year of meaningful miles—made possible by SCNOVA volunteer Casey Tarr 🎉 Thank you, Casey, for helping create a space where community and connection thrive!

🗓️ The Walking Club meets every Tuesday, locations vary. Register for the Spring Session here:https://donorsnap.pulse.ly/dbwcq1fsa2

Our volunteers are the heart behind everything we do 💚

As we close out April (Volunteer Appreciation Month!), we’re celebrating the incredible people who make connection, companionship, and our community a priority.

We’re especially excited for our upcoming Annual Volunteer Lunch (4/28), where we’ll honor our dedicated volunteers, our Aging Forward National Volunteer Award recipient, and Town of Vienna volunteer honorees 🎉

Did you know? Volunteering doesn’t just make a difference for others—it’s powerful for you, too. Studies show it can reduce loneliness, boost life satisfaction, and strengthen social connections.

We’re so grateful for our volunteers—this month and every month. Want to be part of something meaningful? We’d love to have you join us!

👉 Ready to get involved? Fill out a volunteer application today and start making a difference. https://scnova.pulse.ly/yoxbjvewgh

The SCNOVA Congregational Advisory Council serves as a bridge connecting the Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia to many faith-based congregations throughout our service areas. Our CAC representatives provide communications within their church home to relay upcoming SCNOVA news and events, correspond with non-member churches to spread awareness of SCNOVA's services, encourage non-participating churches to join the council, and provide outreach to the community, sharing SCNOVA volunteer opportunities and participant programs & services.

If you are located in the Oakton, Vienna, Reston, Herndon, Great Falls, Dunn Loring or Merrifield areas and are interested in becoming a Congregational Advisory Council member and representative for your church/mosque/synagogue please contact SCNOVA for more information, 703-281-0538.

SCNOVA is proud to receive the support of and be affiliated with the following faith organizations serving our communities: Andrew Chapel United Methodist Church, Antioch/Redeemer Christian Church, Christ the King Lutheran Church, Church of the Holy Comforter, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Emmaus United Church of Christ, First Baptist Church of Vienna, Oakton United Methodist Church, Our Lady of Good Counsel, St. Francis Episcopal Church, St. John Neumann Church, St. Mark Catholic Church, The Church of the Good Shepherd, Unity of Fairfax, Vale United Methodist Church, Vienna Baptist Church, Vienna Baha’i Faith Community, Vienna Presbyterian Church, Wesley United Methodist Church

2026 is here and so are the new bingo dates!

Join us at Foster's Grille - Vienna (138A Maple Ave Vienna Va 22180) 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm for our SCNOVA Bingo nights. Stop by, eat some great food, play with friends, and win some sweet prizes! $10 for 10 games. Register at the door.

Are you and your company interested in sponsoring one of these dates and hosting a Bingo Night Takeover? Contact Executive Director Carolyn Pennington to secure your spot today! [email protected]

Special thanks go to Foster's Grille Vienna for donating 20% of all refreshment proceeds on Bingo days to the Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia!

Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia would like to wish you and your family a lovely winter holiday season! Please note that SCNOVA will be closed from 1:00 pm on Christmas eve through January 1st. We will re-open January 2, 2026 at 9:00 am. Stay safe, warm and merry!

Our last SCNOVA Bingo night of 2025 was our December 15th Holiday Bingo. Cheers to a year of great fun and making new friends in the community!

Craving more of a great thing? Don't worry, we've got you covered for 2026. We've heard your requests and added some more bingo dates this time to keep the party going all year long!