E-Blast Collection

Thank You for Building a Generous and Supportive Community

November 21, 2025

'Tis the season to celebrate friendships and the beautiful connections created throughout the year. Thanks to you, we have much to be grateful for in 2025!

Getting Your Affairs in Order

November 14, 2025

Earlier this month, NNV Board members Monica Knorr and Linda Lateana, both of whom are clinical social workers, walked members through the documents necessary for making their health care wishes known in the case of an emergency or prolonged illness.

From Lincoln Center to NNV – Adam Gopnik's New York is a Must-See!

October 31, 2025

For one night only, award winning New Yorker writer and best-selling author, Adam Gopnik will bring his one-man show, Adam Gopnik's New York, to Washington, DC.

Make a Date to Get Your Affairs in Order

October 24, 2025

Benjamin Franklin wrote, "In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."

Don't Miss Out on Exciting Programs at NNV!

October 17, 2025

Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) has organized a robust calendar of events this fall.

For One Day Only, Adam Gopnik's New York is Coming to DC

October 10, 2025

Join Northwest Neighbors Village for an evening with noted New Yorker writer and best-selling author, Adam Gopnik.

Celebrating Village Expansion

October 3, 2025

It is no secret that having a Village in your community enhances social connectedness and engagement.

Studies Show Volunteering Is Good for Your Health

September 26, 2025

Here's another reason to volunteer with Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV), a new study in Social Science & Medicine has found that helping others through formal volunteering with an organization, or informal assistance to friends, has a positive impact on cognitive functioning later in life.

Fall Prevention: Awareness to Action

September 19, 2025

Many people think, "It won't happen to me!", but the truth is that more than 1 in 4 older adults fall every year in the U.S.

Getting Around

September 12, 2025

Getting out of the house is so important to our physical and mental health.

At the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001

September 5, 2025

On September 11, 2001, I had a meeting at the Marriott World Trade Center Hotel.

August is Make-A-Will Month

August 29, 2025

August is Make-A-Will Month, a reminder to create a will or update your current one.

CAT Tales

August 22, 2025

In response to Monica Knorr's wonderful article in the July NNV Weekly Bulletin - "Four Legged Supporting Members" - I wanted to give equal time to our NNV supporting cats.

NNV initiated partnership with Friendship Place

August 15, 2025

Northwest Neighbors Village's mission (NNV) is to empower older adults in our area (and with partners, citywide) to thrive as they age by offering a wide range of programs, resources, and volunteer support.

Volunteer Spotlight: Behind the scenes at the NNV Annual Ice Cream Social

August 8, 2025

Last week we held our annual Ice Cream Social at the National Presbyterian Church (NPC)

Beat the Heat This Summer

August 1, 2025

Washington, DC is known for hot and humid summer weather. Exposure to excessive heat is dangerous for everyone.

Driving Over the Many Years of My Life – My Brief Experience as an Older Uber Driver

July 25, 2025

Let me tell you how I became an Uber driver and how it only lasted for a few months.

Help Your Older Neighbors Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

July 18, 2025

Did you know that Northwest Neighbors Village waives our membership fee for older neighbors with low income?

Retirement: What Will I Do Now?

July 11, 2025

As of June 30th, 2025, after 37 years teaching high school at the same institution, I retired from Georgetown Day School

NNV's Four-legged Supporting Members

July 4, 2025

We dog owners love and rely on our canines for companionship, fun indoors and out, and unconditional love.

Iron Guardians in Chevy Chase Village, DC

June 27, 2025

Strong, Tall, Sturdy. The iron guardians have stood fixed in their spots for more than a century. They were placed there, in corners of DC's Chevy Chase Village.

Let's Visualize a Senior Wellness Center for Ward 3!

June 20, 2025

You have an opportunity to tell the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) where to locate a Senior Wellness Center and how the space should be used.

Village Voices

June 13, 2025

One of the pleasures of meeting a member, volunteer or supporter of the Northwest Neighbors Village family is listening to the interesting and often surprising stories that helped shape their lives.

Older Americans Month - Rowing with Heart - Sculling at 74

June 6, 2025

Older Americans Month may be over but we can't contain our extraordinary Villagers to just one month! So many members and volunteers are Flipping the Script on aging, that we will continue to share their stories.

May is Older Americans Month - Coaching High School Track

May 30, 2025

Throughout May, NNV will feature members and volunteers who embody this year's Older Americans' Month theme: Flip the Script on Aging.

May is Older Americans Month - Adventure in the Galapagos Islands!

May 23, 2025

The Galapagos Islands host natural wonders - and my wife Ruth and I were thrilled to travel there!

May is Older Americans Month - Four-Hand Band

May 16, 2025

May is Older Americans Month. Throughout May, NNV will feature members and volunteers who embody this year's Older Americans' Month theme: Flip the Script on Aging. Each of them are breaking the stereotypes of aging by demonstrating their contributions to their communities, staying active and engaged, and embracing opportunities for purpose, exploration, and connection that come with getting older.

May is Older Americans Month - Singing Again

May 9, 2025

Throughout May, NNV will feature members and volunteers who embody this year's Older Americans' Month theme: Flip the Script on Aging.

May is Older Americans Month - A Trip to Egypt

May 2, 2025

Throughout May, NNV will feature members and volunteers who embody this year's Older Americans' Month theme: Flip the Script on Aging.

Celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Month at NNV!

April 25, 2025

Volunteers are the heart of our Village and this week we will celebrate our wonderful volunteers at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration.

Legacy Planning

April 18, 2025

As I get older, I think about my legacy. That is, what impact will I have for being here?

Introducing a New Informative Series from NNV - Know Your Options

April 11, 2025

As a member driven organization, Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) has been organizing programs and services to meet the unique needs of our membership and community.

Want to Stay Active and Engaged in Retirement? Get Involved in Your Local Village!

April 4, 2025

Earlier this week, the New York Times posted an article titled, "What Happens to Your Brain When You Retire".

Attention Recent Retirees! Turn Your Extra Time into Something Extraordinary

March 28, 2025

New retirees who are not yet a member or volunteer of Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) are invited to learn more about our Village

NNV Board Member Bill Willis Shares the History of St. Elizabeths

March 21, 2025

In Southeast Washington, DC there are two St. Elizabeths Campuses.

Staying Strong and Independent: Anne Thrives with Home-Based Physical Therapy

March 14, 2025

It is rewarding to hear stories from members whose interaction with NNV has had a meaningful impact.

Challenging Ourselves

March 7, 2025

Biking along narrow dirt lanes between coconut groves and rice paddies, acutely conscious that this was once an area devastated by war, we knew we had left our comfort zone!

NNV is Hosting a Vaccine Clinic

February 28, 2025

Northwest Neighbors Village is hosting a vaccine clinic at Forest Hills of DC (4901 Connecticut Ave, NW)

Let DC’s Elected Officials Know What the Village Means to You

February 21, 2025

As you may know, NNV is one of the 13 DC Villages that receives grant funds from the District government. These funds, awarded through the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL), make up close to 20% of our budget and are critical to help NNV carry out our vital programs and services.

It's Valentine's Day and love is in the air!

February 14, 2025

Our members share how they met their beloveds.

Join us at Senior Cinema Thursday at the Avalon Theater

February 7, 2025

Senior Cinema Thursday is back at the Avalon and Northwest Neighbors Village is delighted to join our colleagues at the DC Villages to support our beloved local theater.

Medical Transportation: Know Your Options

January 31, 2025

It's a good idea to have a variety of transportation options at your disposal.

Transportation: Know Your Options

January 24, 2025

It's a good idea to have a variety of transportation options at your disposal.

NNV Welcomes New Board Members and New Officers in 2025

January 17, 2025

As we ring in the new year, we also welcome three new board members.

Tips for Enjoying the Snow in DC

January 10, 2025

The first snowfall of 2025 did not disappoint.

Happy New Year: An invitation to volunteer with us!

January 3, 2025

As we venture into 2025 equipped with our resolutions, we hope that you’ll consider volunteering with NNV and join us in strengthening our vibrant community of older adults.

NNV Looks Back on the Past 15 Years

December 27, 2024

It all started with an inquiry on the Chevy Chase listserv.

Thank You for Building a Generous and Supportive Community

December 20, 2024

‘Tis the season to celebrate friendships and the beautiful connections created throughout the year.

NNV Celebrates 15 Years of Neighbor-to-Neighbor Connections

December 13, 2024

Earlier this month, Northwest Neighbors Village’s (NNV) celebrated our 15th anniversary with good company and live music, all in a festive atmosphere provided by Ingleside at Rock Creek .

Announcing NNV’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year: Carolina Kenrick

December 6, 2024

At the close of every year, we ask our members to submit nominations for our annual Volunteer of the Year award

Giving Tuesday is Almost Here! Save the Date — December 3rd

November 29, 2024

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities.

Metro Senior SmarTrip Saves You Money

November 22, 2024

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers reduced fare for older adults. If you haven’t already done so, make sure to get a Senior SmarTrip® card, free of charge for people 65 or older.

Come Celebrate 15 Years of Neighbor-to-Neighbor Connections

November 15, 2024

On December 3rd, we are celebrating Northwest Neighbors Village’s (NNV) 15th anniversary and we want you to be there!

Village Voices: Let Your Story Be Heard

November 8, 2024

NNV is so very fortunate to have members that have lived rich and interesting lives

Tips for Getting Organized

November 1, 2024

End the year with a pledge to get organized. Here are some ideas and resources to get you started.

Attention New Retirees: Come Learn about Opportunities at Your Neighborhood Village!

October 25, 2024

You're invited to learn more about Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) over coffee and snacks at Bread and Chocolate

Fall Prevention: Awareness to Action

October 18, 2024

Many people think, “It won’t happen to me!”, but the truth is that more than 1 in 4 older adults fall every year in the U.S. Falls can have devastating consequences.

Let’s Talk about Ageism

October 11, 2024

Earlier this week, Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) joined communities across the country to recognize Ageism Awareness Day.

NNV Program Plays Small Role in Solving the Mystery behind an Iconic Photo

October 4, 2024

It's not all that unique to hear stories about members and volunteers making connections from the common threads they've discovered from getting to know one another. But it is not every day that these connections make it to the front page of The Washington Post!

Become a Volunteer Driver and Help Your Neighbors Get Places

September 27, 2024

Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) invites you to join us as a volunteer driver!

Don’t Miss NNV’s Fall Salons

September 13, 2024

NNV’s Fall Salons are back! We are thrilled to announce our resumed in-person salon series.

Winnowing: Combing Through Your Memories to Find the Ones that Made You Who You Are

September 6, 2024

These are some of the provocative questions we journaled about recently in our Winnowing group.

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

August 30, 2024

Summer may be coming to an end but NNV’s programming is heating up.

Introducing a new in-person gathering: What Are You Reading Lately? (Not a Book Club!)

August 23, 2024

Mystery? History? Fiction?: Northwest Neighbors Village Members Read!

Save the Date: Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round Screening, Reception, and Panel Discussion with Director Ilana Trachtman

August 16, 2024

On Tuesday evening, September 17th, Northwest Neighbors Village will kick off our 15th anniversary with a showing of Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round, a documentary film that tells the previously untold story of the first organized interracial civil rights protest in U.S. history.

Deepening NNV’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

September 15, 2023

The NNV board, staff, and DEI working group members recently participated in a workshop to organize our efforts to become a more equitable and inclusive organization.

NNV’s Response to Recent Uptick in Covid Cases

September 8, 2023

Covid is on the rise in the DC region, and most of us know one or more person who has recently been infected. For the health and safety of our Village community, NNV will reinstitute our Covid prevention protocol.

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

September 1, 2023

Summer may be coming to an end but NNV’s programming is heating up.

August is Make-A-Will Month

August 25, 2023

August is Make-A-Will Month, a reminder to create a will or update your current one.

What You Need to Know about Covid

August 18, 2023

There’s an uptick in Covid cases in the DC region. In case you missed last week’s Spotlight that highlighted Katelyn Jetelina’s blog, Your Local Epidemiologist, we’ve decided to highlight a few important points with permission from the author

Nature is good for the soul!

August 11, 2023

The term forest bathing emerged in Japan. Shinrin-yoku (“forest bathing” or “taking in the forest atmosphere”) offers an antidote to technology and the daily pace of life, and an opportunity to reconnect with and protect our environment.

Fighting Ageism by Using Inclusive Language

August 4, 2023

As part of the Village movement, NNV is committed to building a supportive community for older adults in Northwest, DC. Intrinsic in this work is creating a space where our neighbors can age with the dignity they deserve and fighting ageism when we hear it or see it.

Summer Reading List: Books Starring Older Adults

July 28, 2023

Reading is one of my favorite summer pastimes, and, at least for me, can be as rejuvenating as a vacation. I’d like to share some of my favorite books that put older adults and their experiences in the spotlight where they should be!

In Case You Missed It

July 21, 2023

NNV has so much going on and we want to make sure you haven’t missed any of it. Here are some highlights to keep you in the know:

Beat the Heat This Summer

July 14, 2023

Washington, DC is known for hot and humid summer weather. Exposure to excessive heat is dangerous for everyone.

Help Older Adults Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

July 7, 2023

In 2021, the NNV board made a significant commitment to address equity at our Village.

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Thank You for Building a Generous and Supportive Community

Getting Your Affairs in Order

From Lincoln Center to NNV – Adam Gopnik's New York is a Must-See!

Make a Date to Get Your Affairs in Order

Don't Miss Out on Exciting Programs at NNV!

For One Day Only, Adam Gopnik's New York is Coming to DC

Celebrating Village Expansion

Studies Show Volunteering Is Good for Your Health

Fall Prevention: Awareness to Action

Getting Around

At the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001

August is Make-A-Will Month

CAT Tales

NNV initiated partnership with Friendship Place

Volunteer Spotlight: Behind the scenes at the NNV Annual Ice Cream Social

Beat the Heat This Summer

Driving Over the Many Years of My Life – My Brief Experience as an Older Uber Driver

Help Your Older Neighbors Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

Retirement: What Will I Do Now?

NNV's Four-legged Supporting Members

Iron Guardians in Chevy Chase Village, DC

Let's Visualize a Senior Wellness Center for Ward 3!

Village Voices

Older Americans Month - Rowing with Heart - Sculling at 74

May is Older Americans Month - Coaching High School Track

May is Older Americans Month - Adventure in the Galapagos Islands!

May is Older Americans Month - Four-Hand Band

May is Older Americans Month - Singing Again

May is Older Americans Month - A Trip to Egypt

Celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Month at NNV!

Legacy Planning

Introducing a New Informative Series from NNV - Know Your Options

Want to Stay Active and Engaged in Retirement? Get Involved in Your Local Village!

Attention Recent Retirees! Turn Your Extra Time into Something Extraordinary

NNV Board Member Bill Willis Shares the History of St. Elizabeths

Staying Strong and Independent: Anne Thrives with Home-Based Physical Therapy

Challenging Ourselves

NNV is Hosting a Vaccine Clinic

Let DC’s Elected Officials Know What the Village Means to You

It's Valentine's Day and love is in the air!

Join us at Senior Cinema Thursday at the Avalon Theater

Medical Transportation: Know Your Options

Transportation: Know Your Options

NNV Welcomes New Board Members and New Officers in 2025

Tips for Enjoying the Snow in DC

Happy New Year: An invitation to volunteer with us!

NNV Looks Back on the Past 15 Years

Thank You for Building a Generous and Supportive Community

NNV Celebrates 15 Years of Neighbor-to-Neighbor Connections

Announcing NNV’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year: Carolina Kenrick

Giving Tuesday is Almost Here! Save the Date — December 3rd

Metro Senior SmarTrip Saves You Money

Come Celebrate 15 Years of Neighbor-to-Neighbor Connections

Village Voices: Let Your Story Be Heard

Tips for Getting Organized

Attention New Retirees: Come Learn about Opportunities at Your Neighborhood Village!

Fall Prevention: Awareness to Action

Let’s Talk about Ageism

NNV Program Plays Small Role in Solving the Mystery behind an Iconic Photo

Become a Volunteer Driver and Help Your Neighbors Get Places

Don’t Miss NNV’s Fall Salons

Winnowing: Combing Through Your Memories to Find the Ones that Made You Who You Are

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

Introducing a new in-person gathering: What Are You Reading Lately? (Not a Book Club!)

Save the Date: Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round Screening, Reception, and Panel Discussion with Director Ilana Trachtman

Deepening NNV’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

NNV’s Response to Recent Uptick in Covid Cases

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

August is Make-A-Will Month

What You Need to Know about Covid

Nature is good for the soul!

Fighting Ageism by Using Inclusive Language

Summer Reading List: Books Starring Older Adults

In Case You Missed It

Beat the Heat This Summer

Help Older Adults Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

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