White Christmas the Musical November 5
Get in the holiday spirit!
Join us at the Riverside Theater in Fredericksburg VA
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Enjoy the production and a delicious lunch (gratuity included)
We’ll leave the Woodlands at 11 am
$81 for residents $101 for non-residents
The Riverside Theater in Fredericksburg VA
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kioker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
The Rail Stop Restaurant November 7
Join us for Lunch (on your own) at The Rail Stop Restaurant, The Plains, VA
Friday, November 7, 2025 Leave the Woodlands in our BUS (by popular demand!) at 11am Non-residents $20 pp
Cuisine Locally Sourced, Fresh and Organic Ingredients
The cuisine at The Rail Stop is renowned for its high quality and consistency, establishing the restaurant as one of Northern Virginia’s premier dining destinations. All breads, pastas, and desserts are made on-site, along with other items, to ensure a top-tier dining experience. We focus on using fresh, local, and organic products to craft our dishes.
Proprietor and Chef: Classically trained in Nashville, Tennessee, Sandy Freeman apprenticed at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel where she honed her craft and love of everything culinary. She dedicated the next several years in Nashville to refining her skills and developing a flare for Southern inspired cuisine.
Sandy’s culinary journey took her south, down the east coast with a brief stop in South Carolina, and then on to Florida where she opened a fine dining seafood restaurant on the gulf coast.
Sandy relocated to Northern Virginia and has been local ever since 2004 when she started working with Tom Kee at his second location, The Whistle Stop. In 2006, she helped open Claire’s At The Depot in Warrenton, VA. Sandy takes her creative inspiration from the seasons and locally sourced produce bringing rich flavors together with style and passion.
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kioker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
“Let’s do lunch” at Franklins November 10
The Woodlands Presents “Let’s do lunch” (on your own)
If you have never been to Franklins (Hyattsville, MD) you have missed out on one of life’s adventures!
Not only is the food great, but the attached gift shop has the most fun, quirky things!
Take my word for it. This is a place you won’t forget!
Monday, November 10, 2025
We will be supporting District I’s fundraiser (National Capital Area GC) Just by eating there! Leave the Woodlands at 10:30 am
Non-Residents welcome at $20pp
Lunch at Franklins
Monday, November 10, 2025 Reserve by November 3, 2025
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kioker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Annual Strathmore Mansion Holiday Museum Shop November 14
Join us at the Annual Strathmore Mansion Holiday Museum Shop. Your one-stop shop for fabulous finds that make marvelous gifts!
Friday, November 14, 2025 (reserve by November 7)
The Market is free to attend. A $10 donation (at your discretion) is appreciated to ensure the continued success of the event
Participating Shops: The Shop at Strathmore, Woodend Nature Shop, The Phillips Collection, President Lincoln’s Cottage, Hillwood Museum, The George Washington University Museum and the Textile Museum, Brookside Gardens
Lunch at “Not Your Average Joe’s” in Bethesda (on your own)
Leave the Woodlands at 11 am, Return to the Woodlands at 3 pm
Non-Residents are welcome at $20 pp
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kioker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
October Adventures at The Woodlands: Community, Culture, and Celebration
Life at The Woodlands in Fairfax, Virginia is always filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and live well. Here, at our acclaimed independent senior living community, we invite you to never retire your sense of adventure and curiosity. This October, our calendar of events is especially vibrant—bringing together history, music, theater, and the flavors of autumn. Whether you’re a Woodlands senior living resident or a guest, you’re invited to join us as we explore the best of our region and beyond.
From patriotic celebrations in Washington, DC to golden-age stories of the Gilded Age, from a Broadway classic in Fredericksburg to a cozy autumn escape in Little Washington, The Woodlands is ready to make October unforgettable. Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
Sunday, October 5, 2025 —Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Navy
Departure: 1:30 pm from The Woodlands – Event: 3 pm at DAR Constitution Hall, Wash-ington, DC
Cost: $20 per person (non-residents welcome)
The United States Navy is turning 250 this year, and what better way to honor this milestone than with a patriotic concert in our nation’s capital? We’ll head to DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, DC, for From Seabed to Space: Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Navy. This family-friendly program will feature several Navy Band ensembles performing an inspiring mix of music that pays tribute to the Navy’s past, present, and future.
It’s more than just a concert—it’s a celebration of courage, service, and national pride. Whether you have a personal connection to the military or simply want to enjoy an uplifting afternoon of music, this event promises to stir the spirit.
Friday, October 10, 2025 – Millionaire’s Row: Washington’s Gilded Age
2 pm in The Woodlands Community Room – Reception to follow
Cost: $15 for non-residents
Step back in time to Washington, DC’s most glamorous era. Historian and tour guide Carolyn Muraskin of DC Design Tours will take us on a journey From Millionaire’s Row to Embassy Row.
Through fascinating stories of industrial magnets, newspaper tycoons, wealthy heiresses, and the political elite, you’ll get a glimpse into an era of extravagant parties, luxurious mansions, and, yes—plenty of scandals.
Following the presentation, enjoy a reception right here at The Woodlands, where you can mingle with neighbors and friends while reflecting on the gilded lives of a bygone age.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 – The Sound of Music at Riverside Theater
Departure: 11:30 am from The Woodlands – Show at Riverside Theater, Fredericksburg, VA
Cost: $81 for residents | $101 for non-residents (includes ticket and lunch with gratuity)
Few musicals have captured hearts like The Sound of Music, and this October we’ll enjoy a live performance of this beloved story at Fredericksburg’s Riverside Theater. From the sweeping score to the timeless tale of the von Trapp family, this show is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Our trip includes a delicious lunch before the curtain rises, making the day a complete experience of dining, music, and fellowship. For fans of classic musicals—or anyone who enjoys a beautifully staged production—this outing is not to be missed.
Thursday, October 23, 2025 – Autumn Lunch in Little Washington, VA
Departure: 11:00 am from The Woodlands – Return around 2:30 pm
Cost: Complimentary for residents | $20 for non-residents
To close out October, we’re heading to one of Virginia’s most charming small towns for a celebration of autumn flavors and local shopping. Lunch will be enjoyed at Patty O’s Café, a delightful restaurant that began as a gas station and now shines as a cozy dining room, inviting bar, and sidewalk café. You’ll choose your meal from the menu (individual checks), so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving.
Afterward, we’ll stroll through the Tavern Shops at the Inn at Little Washington, where you’ll find unique gifts, artisanal treats, and perhaps a little something sweet from the adjoining bakery and pastry shop. It’s a perfect way to savor the season before the holiday rush begins.
Every Day Brings Activity, Enrichment and Enjoyment
In addition to our calendar of monthly activities and events, our residents have daily opportunities to feel energized and stay active with a variety of in-studio and aquatic exercise classes led by our experienced, on-site instructor. Our beautiful, salt water indoor pool is available for all to enjoy and is heated at a comfortable 90 degrees all year long. For your peace of mind, a dedicated lifeguard is on duty during specific times throughout the day. What’s more, our fully equipped fitness center is open 24/7 for your convenience.
Reserve Your Spot Today
At The Woodlands, our events are more than outings or lectures—they’re opportunities to create lasting memories. We’re proud to be an independent senior living community that gives its residents the opportunity to never retire their zest for life! We look forward to sharing the fall season with friends—old and new.
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Lunch in the Shenandoah Valley-A Day Trip of Seasonal Delight - September 18
Destinations: Skyline Drive, The Skyland Resort (for Lunch, Route 11 Potato Chip Factory
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Leave the Woodlands at 9 am The Skyland Resort (lunch is at your own expense) Time to shop in the gift shop. Depart at 1:45 pm
Continue to the Route 11 Potato Chip Factory!
Depart for the Woodlands 3:45 PM
No charge for residents $15 pp for non-residents
Lunch in the Shenandoah National Park
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
All aboard on the Allegheny Special - September 20
Delight in One of Virginia’s Most Unique Dining Experiences
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Leave the Woodlands at 7:30 am Back at the Woodlands at 3:30 pm (ETA)
Train leaves the Staunton Train Station at 10:30 am for 3 hours
$120 pp Woodlands Resident, $135 pp Nonresident
The Virginia Scenic Railway in Staunton VA
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
The Woodlands Presents: The Pleasure of your Company is Requested: September 24
AMC Tyson’s Corner 15 Theater
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
at 1 PM to see the movie
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
Celebrate with us the final chapter of this great narrative of the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930’s. In this movie, Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal caused by divorce and the family faces financial trouble. The entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepare for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.
(Leave The Woodlands at 12 pm)
Residents $16 Non-Residents $36
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Celebrating 250 Years of America's Navy - October 5
From Seabed to Space: Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Navy
Celebrate the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday with an entertaining and family-friendly show featuring several of the Navy Band’s ensembles.
Join us for a patriotic celebration with America’s Navy!
Sunday, October 5, 2025 – 3 PM
DAR Constitution Hall, Washington DC
Leave the Woodlands at 1:30 PM
Non-residents welcome at $20pp
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Millionaire's Row - October 10
The Woodlands Presents: From Millionaires Row to Embassy Row: Washington’s Gilded Age
Presented by Carolyn Muraskin from DC Design Tours
Come hear about the heiresses, industrial magnets, newspaper tycoons, and the political elite who lived an opulent lifestyle of glittering parties.
Were there scandals? What happened when the money ran out? Are you still able to see these wonderful buildings today?
Let Carolyn entrance you with the stories of a bygone age.
Friday, October 10, 2025 at 2 PM The Woodlands Community Room Reception to follow.
Non-residents $15 pp
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Sound of Music - October 15
The Woodlands Presents a Wonderful Afternoon with The Sound Music
Join us at the Riverside Theater in Fredericksburg VA, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 for a delightful production of one of the most popular musicals of all time.
Leave the Woodlands at 11:30 AM
Venue: The Riverside Theater in Fredericksburg VA
Cost: $81 for residents $101 for non-residents
Your ticket includes a delicious lunch (with gratuity included)
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com
Autumn Lunch in Little Washington, VA - October 23
Let’s Celebrate Autumn with Lunch (your choice, your cost) at Patty O’s Café
A former gas station on the village square has been transformed into a charming sidewalk cafe, an inviting bar, and a cozy dining room. A bakery and European-style pastry shop are located on the side of the building. We’ll have time after lunch to shop at the Tavern Shops at the Inn at Little Washington before departing for the Woodlands at approximately 2:30 PM.
Leave the Woodlands at 11:00 AM
Cost: Residents – complimentary Non-Residents $20 per person
Reserve your spot now! Contact Barbara Kiker at 703-667-9800 Extension 4097 or bkiker@thewoodlandsccrc.com