Over a dozen houses are having yard sales this weekend in North Woodside:
Some neighbors’ yard sales will be on just one day, others on both.
Yard sale map:https://tinyurl.com/mrxtdedx
Please share with your friends to help make this sale a great success!
Mark your calendars!
We’re pleased to announce that NWCA’s Annual Meeting will return to Woodlin Elementary School on Wednesday, May 21, after many years away due to the pandemic and rebuilding of the school.
Our Annual meeting will kick off at 7:00pm sharp, with featured guest, Jacob Newman, Director of the Silver Spring Regional Office for Montgomery County. Jacob serves as a key liaison between county government and its businesses, residents, and visitors to Silver Spring.
In addition, the meeting will feature the treasurer’s report, the introduction of Simpli Dues, the year in review, board elections, and discussion about next year’s priorities. For those in attendance, there will be a drawing for door prizes provided by local businesses. Child care will be provided and light refreshments served.
For many of you, this may be your first visit to the new school, which is quite impressive.
You will access the school from 2101 Luzerne Avenue. Walking is encouraged, but for those who are driving, you can access the parking lot on the LEFT hand side of the building on Luzerne. The entrance is also on the LEFT side of building, facing Luzerne, adjacent to the parking lot.
Look for signage to direct you to the Cafeteria/ All Purpose room at the end of the hall.
To expedite check in, plan to arrive at 6:45pm and renew your annual membership ahead of time at northwoodside.org/nwca-dues
Questions? Contact: programs@northwoodside.org
The Linden Civic Association and the North Woodside Citizens’ Association are teaming up to bring you an egg-citing Neighborhood Egg Hunt — and we need YOU to help make it unforgettable!
New This Year!
We’re adding face painting and games for even more family fun! But we can’t do it without some amazing volunteers like you.
Want to Lend a Hand?
Sign up here to grab a volunteer spot and be part of the excitement! Note: NWCA is now able to offer Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for middle and high school students. It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to get involved, give back, and earn hours, so please encourage them to sign up to volunteer using this link.
Got Goodies to Share?
We’re happily accepting donations of candy, eggs, funds, or any festive items to make the day even sweeter. We are also looking for anyone with lawn games we can borrow like jump ropes or hula hoops.
Have questions or want to contribute? Reach out to:
Christina: csfekas@gmail.com
Luisa: lcardona88@gmail.com
Let’s make this egg hunt the most egg-straordinary one yet!
WHAT: Community Clean Up in honor of Earth Day
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, between 10:00-11:00 am
WHERE: Meet at one of these locations at 10:00 am:
BRING: Bring gloves, recycle and trash bags
Questions? Contact: president@northwoodside.org, programs@northwoodside.org
rhnaboard@gmail.com, linden@lindencivic.com
Cohosted by North Woodside Citizens’ Association, Rosemary Hills Neighbors’ Association, Lyttonsville Civic Association, and Linden Civic Association
Come out to meet your friends and neighbors at our second Neighborhood Meet and Greet!
When: Saturday, April 6, between 2:00–4:00 pm
Where: Pocket park at 3rd Ave. and Lanier Dr.
Stay tuned for more details on the listserv.
For further information, or to help volunteer, contact Annie Manuel or Renee Schoof.
Kassia Music is a chamber group of strings, piano, and clarinet, including two composers, one of whom is pianist Sam Post. The group blends classical traditions with folk and rhythmic influences from around the world. kassiamusic.org or @KassiaMusic on Instagram and Facebook
Femme Brillante: rare chamber works by women
Saturday, February 15, 7:00 pm
Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Drive, Bethesda, MD
musicatredeemer.org
Sunday, February 16, 4:00 pm
Grace Episcopal Church, 1607 Grace Church Rd., Silver Spring, MD
www.kassiamusic.org/performances
The Vico Cycle, featuring Josh HelfinSiegel on bass and guitar, blends rock, funk, blues, soul, and hip-hop into a lively fusion of raw sound. www.vicocycle.com or @TheVicoCycle on Instagram and Facebook
Saturday, February 8, and Saturday, April 26, between 7:00–10:00 pm
Tommy Joe’s, 7904 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda, MD
tommy-joes.com
Saturday, March 8, between 8:00–11:00 pm
Solace Outpost, 444 West Broad St., Falls Church, VA
solacebrewing.com
Jeff Weintraub, vocals and guitar, plays an eclectic mix of jazz, folk, blues, country, and bluegrass along with some of the best musicians in the DC area. www.weintraubmusic.com
Jeff will perform at The Urban Winery on Thursdays, January 16, February 20, and March 20, between 7:00–9:00 pm.
Do you perform in a musical group not listed here? Don’t be shy! We invite you to share information about your performances on the neighborhood listserv.
Escape the cold, come meet your neighbors, and support our local winery. First come, first seated. No host bar, non-alcoholic beverages, and food available (see theurbanwinery.com/menu).
Thursday, February 20, between 7:00–9:00 pm
Urban Winery, 2315 Stewart Ave., Silver Spring, MD
Features music by NWCA resident Jeff Weintraub. Co-hosted by North Woodside Citizens’ Association, Linden Civic Association, Lyttonsville Civic Association, and Rosemary Hills Neighbors’ Association. For further information, email programs@northwoodside.org.
In spite of the ominous weather forecast, the 76th (or perhaps longer) annual NWCA Menorah and Tree Lighting event went on as planned on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
The rain abated and a good number of neighbors gathered to eat latkes and drink hot cider, hear beautiful choral holiday songs by the Tree Singers, and have a visit with and treats from Santa!
Also attending the event was Maryland State Senator Jeff Waldstreicher and neighbors from the Lyttonsville and Rosemary Hills.
They say that many hands make for light work. That is true!
Many thanks to the many neighbors who contributed to the event in one or more of the following ways: led and participated in the Tree Singers, shared the story of Hanukkah, said the blessing and lit the menorah, made delicious latkes and cider, strung the lights on the tree, got PEPCO to turn on the electricity, helped with set up and clean up and serving food, took photos and more! Thanks also to Snider’s for donating the oranges. And to Santa ;).
If anyone who attended but didn’t have money to donate, you can make a donation via the NWCA website here. (Choose “Holiday Fund” from the drop down menu.)
Happy holidays!
The 76th* annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Hanukkah Celebration will be on Sunday, December 15, 4:30 pm, at the Luzerne/Glen Ross island. Note: Rain date is Monday, December 16, 7:00 pm.
The celebration begins with a symbolic menorah lighting, a singalong, a Santa Claus appearance and refreshments, including latkes (potato pancakes) and hot cider. View the program.
The first night of Hanukkah this year is December 25, so the first candle of the neighborhood menorah will be lit that evening and the lighting of the menorah will continue for the rest of the traditional eight nights.
If you would like to help with setting up or cleaning up, preparing refreshments, posting street closure signs, or any other aspect of this event, please contact Melinda Frederick, NWCA programs coordinator..
If you would like to join the Tree Singers, contact Julie Lees. The singers sing in four-part harmony, so some choral experience and/or music reading skills are helpful.
The NWCA community will be notified via the listserv of any event updates.
Donations to defray the costs will be gratefully received at the event or online.
* Recent historic newspaper research suggests that this year may in fact by the 98th year of the tradition.
Thanks to all who came out to the 7th Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk in mid-November!
Organized by the Talbot Avenue Bridge Committee and co-sponsored by the North Woodside Citizens’ Association, Lyttonsville Civic Association, and Rosemary Hills Neighbors’ Association, this year’s Lantern Walk was the first to cross the completed new Talbot Avenue Bridge. It also honored the memory of lifelong Lyttonsville resident and civic leader Charlotte Coffield. Check out photos and videos at these links:
Special thanks to all the North Woodside neighbors who contributed their time, energy, resources, and talents to the event.
For more event details and a full list of acknowledgements see bit.ly/TABLanternWalk.
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