Meet Our Residents and Enjoy Lunch On Us

Join Us for Our Lunch & Learn Event On January 25th

The New Year is the perfect time to join us at The Woodlands. Our residents would like to cordially invite you to an exclusive “Lunch & Learn” event, where you can learn first hand why “Never Retire” is more than just a slogan; it’s a way of life at The Woodlands.

During our special panel discussion you’ll have a chance to ask questions about what inspired our residents to select The Woodlands, what they love about the lifestyle and more. Their presentation will be followed by a complimentary lunch. Reserve your seat today!

Register for Our “Lunch & Learn” Event
Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Time: 11:00 – Resident Panel Discussion
12:00 – Lunch with Residents
1:30 – Tour of our amenities and select residences
To reserve your seat, call 571-559-7294 or email Ellen at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com.


Never Retire Your Ability to Make a Splash!

Dive into our awesome aquatics classes — available Monday through Friday, mornings and afternoons. The pool temperature is always set at an inviting 90 degrees. Classes are limited to eight per session. For more information about our class schedule and to sign up, please contact our class coordinator, Yene, at 703-667-9800.


Never Retire Your Love for a Great Deal

Enjoy two months’ free rent!

We’re kicking off the New Year with some significant savings. Now, when you move in within 60 days of placing your deposit, you’ll receive two months’ rent for FREE! This offer is only available for select apartment styles.

To tour available residences and discover our luxury lifestyle, call 571-559-7294 or email Ellen at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com.


Making Spirits Bright All Season Long!

Please be our guest for a magnificent lineup of talented entertainers throughout the month of December and be sure to mark your calendar for very special open house event on December 14th! Mix, mingle and be merry all season long.

Reserve your spot today for any or all of these festive, fun events. Call 571-559-7294 or email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlands.com

 

Think of This as Our Holiday Gift to You

Join us for a festive Holiday Social & Open House Event at The Woodlands.

Date: December 14, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM   – 4:00 PM
Location: The Woodlands, 4320 Forest Hill Drive, Fairfax, VA

From twinkling lights and festive decor to music, merriment and morethe magic of the season comes alive at The Woodlands. Come experience it for yourself at our special Holiday Social and Open House event.

  • Mix and mingle with current residents
  • Private self-guided tours of select residences
  • Complimentary refreshments, including vegan and vegetarian options
  • Holiday music and breathtaking decorations 
  • Ask about our special year-end incentives on select, available residences 

Please RSVP by December 12th to let us know how many will attend. Call 571-559-7294 or email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlands.com


Thomas Pandolfi

Piano Recital
Friday, December 1st at  7:00 PM

Living Room

Thomas Pandolfi is one of the leading pianists of our time, hailed a “phenomenon.” He began his career early on while at The Juilliard School (BM & MM) where the young prodigy caught the influential ear of Vladimir Horowitz, who would become his mentor, and legendary composer, Morton Gould. Since then, he has been an audience favorite, selling out the world’s most prestigious stages, including LincolnCenter’s Alice Tully Hall, Strathmore, The Kennedy Center, Kiev Opera House, Bucharest’s RomanianAthenaeum, London’s Cadogan Hall, and many others.

Mr. Pandolfi is a Steinway Artist and will begin recording for Steinway Spirio later this year. Mr.Pandolfi’s performances have been broadcast by PBS, WETA (Washington, DC), WQXR (NYC), WRCJ (Detroit), DCN TV (China), The Sound (DC), and many others worldwide. During his 2019-2020 season, he completed a 20-state tour of the USA, his fourth tour in China, third tour of the UK, and seventh tour of Romania and Moldova.


Good Queen Bess Live!

By Award-Winning Actress & Smithsonian Scholar Mary Ann Jung
Thursday, December 7th at 2:00 PM
Community Room

If playing football’s a crime and roasted peacock’s for supper, it can only mean one thing- QueenElizabeth Tudor is regaling her subjects with tales about life in Renaissance England! Enjoy a royal romp as Her Majesty delightfully describes the foods, pastimes,  clothes, and even manners of her realm. Huzzah!


Les Zazous Concert

Saturday, December 9th at 7:00 PM
Living Room

Inspired by the raw energy of gypsy jazz, the sensual pull of French chanson, and the heat of Latin ballads, all rolled together with stylish American swing, a musical chord was struck. Les Zazous has performed for a long list of notable events from coast to coast, including the Beverly Hills Concert Series, The Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, and The French Embassy in Washington, DC.


The Borisevich Duo

Sunday, December 10th at 4:00 PM
Living Room

The Borisevich Duo, featuring pianist Margarita Loukachkina and violinist Nikita Borisevich, is an internationally acclaimed violin and piano duet, frequently performing across the United States and Europe.


Abbie Palmer on Harp

Friday, December 22nd at 7:00 PM
Living Room

Abbie Palmer is a multi-genre musician, composer, recording artist, music therapist, teacher, meditation facilitator, and music director. With roots in World music, Classical training, and a contemporary writing style, Abbie brings an eclectic and eccentric flavor to any stage.


A Winter Year-end Incentive That Will
Move You

Available Now!
Our spacious Elm III apartment — save up to $40,000 off the entrance fee.

We’re excited to announce that our beautiful Elm III apartment home is currently available and waiting for you. Ideally located, this oversized, open-concept, two-bedroom apartment has a striking northern exposure.

Spacious and modern, the residence features a large, eat-in, fully-applianced kitchen, two large bathrooms and ample closet space throughout. What’s more, if you reserve by December 31, 2023 and move in by March 1, 2024, you’ll enjoy UP TO $40,000 OFF THE ENTRANCE FEE!

Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity. Take an in-person tour at our December Open House. For more information about this exciting offer, call 571-559-7294 or email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlands.com


Enjoy Music & More at The Woodlands in November

At The Woodlands, we invite you to “never retire” your zest for the good life. That’s why we’ve created an amazing November line up of special entertainment that you’ll surely be thankful for. From a wide variety of exciting musical performances to a dramatic portrayal of Mark Twain, these events are free to attend and are truly not to be missed.

Space is limited, so please reserve your spot today for one or more of these events. To RSVP,  email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com, or call 703-782-4762.

 

Thursday, November 2nd – 2:00 PM
Community
Room

Gary Robertson as Mark Twain

Don’t miss Gary Robertson’s portrayal of Mark Twain —an American original whose wisdom and humor have endured for generations. Gary is a former reporter and columnist for Virginia’s largest newspaper where he earned a reputation as a popular banquet speaker.  He is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Richmond.

Sunday, November 5th – 7:00 PM
Living Room


Violinist Benedict Goodfriend  

Praised by the New York Times for his “individual virtuosity “ and called “fascinating” and “passionately expressive” by American Record Guide, Benedict Goodfriend is well known to audiences worldwide, having performed well over 1,000 concerts on major concert series in 200 cities.

Monday, November 6th – 3:00 PM
Living Room

Musical—Let’s Give Thanks with Terry Lee Ryan

Saturday, November 11th – 7:00 PM

Living Room

 

Les Zazous Concert

Inspired by the raw energy of gypsy jazz, the sensual pull of French chanson, and the heat of Latin ballads, all rolled together with stylish American swing, a musical chord was struck. Les Zazous has performed for a long list of notable events from coast to coast, including the Beverly Hills Concert Series, The Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, and The French Embassy in Washington, DC.

Saturday, November 18th – 7:00 PM
Living
Room

Sean Mahon Piano Recital

Sunday, November 19th – 7:30 PM
Living Room

Musical—Let’s Give Thanks with Terry Lee Ryan

Wednesday, November 29th3:30 PM
Community
Room

Hymn Sing with Bill Perry

To learn more about these special events and The Woodlands’ vibrant lifestyle and to take a tour of our many on-site amenities like our fitness center, yoga studio, indoor pool and outdoor bocce court, please email email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com or call 703-782-4762.


The Woodlands is Alive with the Sound of Music in October

Join us for One or More of the Following October Musical Events and Our Special Open House on October 26th

The Woodlands’ events in October are sure to please every musical taste with a broad range of musicians providing everything from a piano concert in the Living Room on October 12th to Oktoberfest-style German accordion music at our Special Open House on October 26th.

Enjoy refreshments and then take a self-guided tour of our residences

Come meet residents of The Woodlands and hear first-hand what makes this such a wonderful community.  Take a self-guided tour of our apartment homes, at your leisure, and learn more about the special incentives being offered at select residences during October. As you tour each residence, a Woodlands resident will be available to answer questions you might have about what it’s like to live at The Woodlands.

Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
Time: 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Location: The Woodlands, 4320 Forest Hill Drive, Fairfax VA

Complimentary refreshments will be served at a reception hosted by The Woodlands residents.

RSVP: Please RSVP by October 22nd to let us know how many will attend:
Email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com or call 703-782-4762.

Don’t miss these other exciting events happening at The Woodlands in October. Call or email us to reserve your seat(s) for one or more events.

Thursday, October 12th – 7:45 PM
Living Room

Jerry Roman Concert

Friday, October 13th – 4:00 PM
Bistro

Happy Hour with Steve Kenley

Sunday, October 15th – 7:30 PM
Living Room

“Country Through The Years” with Terry Lee Ryan

Thursday, October 19th – 2:00 PM
Community Room

Clara Barton Live!

Clara Barton, America’s greatest heroine, faced bullying and bullets with astonishing bravery to save the lives of others as a courageous Civil War nurse. She then went on to create The Missing Soldiers Office and the American Red Cross despite formidable obstacles. Audience members become naysayers and believers to discover what these struggles and accomplishments meant on a personal level. This award-winning show inspires all of us to “Never Give Up!”

Sunday, October 22nd – 4:00 PM
Living Room

David Pedrazza & Friends in Concert


Tuesday, October 24th – 3:00 PM

Living Room

Hymn-sing with Bill Perry

Thursday, October 26th – 11 AM
Community Room

Special Open House and German Accordion Music featuring Justin Paschalides

Justin is an active performer in the Metropolitan area. He has led rock groups, once opening for the famous Jefferson Starship.  He has conducted orchestras for musical theater, coordinated and performed church music programs, plays accordion for farmer’s markets, restaurants, Oktoberfest, coffee houses, plays jazz for private events, hotels, embassies, weddings, leads Christmas caroling, and studied classical Indian Hindustani music to perform on harmonium and sitar, once even for the Kennedy Center. Justin is a member of the Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society

Friday, October 27th – 4:00 PM
Bistro

Happy Hour with “Jumpin Joe” and his Motown/Oldies Show

Performing all the classic hits of Motown from The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Martha & The Vandella’s & lots more………
You may also hear “Jumpin Joe” tributes to Elvis, Sinatra, Micheal Jackson, The Drifters, Platters, and the Coasters.

Sunday, October 29th – 7:00 PM
Living Room

Ronn McFarlane

Ronn is a Grammy-nominated lutenist whom The Washington Times describes as playing “…..some of the most ravishing lute playing to be heard anywhere.”

Seating at these events is limited. To reserve your seat(s) for any or our October events, email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com or call 703-667-9801


September is Sizzlin’ at The Woodlands

Reserve Your Place Now for Our September Special Events

From musical entertainment to lectures on health and history and tutorials on how to maximize the use of your iPhone or Android devices, The Woodlands events in September offer something for everyone. These events are free, but you must register in advance to reserve your seat(s). We look forward to you joining us at one or more of these special events.

Tuesday, September 5th – 7:30 PM
Living Room – The Woodlands

Me & Martha
National Treasures of America’s Mountain Music
Dr. Don DePoy and Ms. Martha Hills are Internationally Acclaimed Members of America’s Old-Time Country Music Hall of Fame. Known as “Authentic Masters of Appalachian Music,” this concert features music from mellow folk and sizzling bluegrass to sultry swing.  This evening of music of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and beyond includes an extensive repertoire with sweet harmony and hot pickin’. Reserve your seats now (see contact information below) for this special musical evening.

Friday, September 8th – 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Community Room – The Woodlands

Bill Perry Performance
Captain Bill Perry, Chaplain Corps, U.S. Navy (Retired) began his ministry as Associate Pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Springfield, Ohio. A graduate of Hamma School of Theology and Carthage College, he holds a Bachelor of Science, Master of Divinity, and an honorary Doctor of Divinity. While at St. John’s, he was named the Clark County “Man of the Year.”

Saturday, September 9th – 7:30 PM
Living Room – The Woodlands

Les Zazous Concert
Inspired by the raw energy of gypsy jazz, the sensual pull of French chanson, and the heat of Latin ballads, all rolled together with stylish American swing, a musical chord was struck. Les Zazous has performed for a long list of notable events from coast to coast, including the Beverly Hills Concert Series, The Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, and The French Embassy in Washington, DC.

Thursday, September 14th – 2:00 PM
Community Room – The Woodlands

GMU Lecture with Steve Barnes:
“Russia’s War on Ukraine: Origins & Update”
Steven Barnes is Associate Professor of Russian History and Director of the Program in Russian and Eurasian Studies at George Mason University. He teaches courses on Russian and Soviet history while engaged in research on the history of the Soviet forced labor camp system (the Gulag) and the global history of the concentration camp as a modern form of population control. He is the author of the multi-award-winning “Death and Redemption: The Gulag and the Shaping of Soviet Society.”  He is currently completing a book on a Stalinist Gulag camp for women arrested merely for being the wives of men who were unjustly repressed.

Friday, September 15th – 4:00 PM
Bistro – The Woodlands

Happy Hour with Steve Kenley
Steve Kenley is a singer/guitarist in the Washington DC area. He plays daily in Washington-area Clubs and restaurants. As a solo act, Steve sings and plays acoustic guitar and harmonica.

Reserved seating – limited number available 

Tuesday, September 19th – 2:00 PM
Community Room – The Woodlands

iPhone Tutorial with Hannah Behr
Hannah Behr is a freelance Information Technology Specialist and currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland with a minor in mathematics. On the side, she is a Fitness and Nutrition Coach with a specialization in seniors.
(Please sign up by Friday, September 15th)

Thursday, September 21st – 2:00 PM
Community Room – The Woodlands

Android Tutorial with Hannah Behr
Hannah Behr is a freelance Information Technology Specialist and currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland with a minor in mathematics. On the side, she is a Fitness and Nutrition Coach with a specialization in seniors.
(Please sign up by Friday, September 15th)

Monday, September 25th – 2:00 PM
Community Room – The Woodlands

GMU Lecture with Dr. Lawrence Cheskin
“Diet and Obesity”
Dr. Lawrence J. Cheskin is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies in the College of Health and Human Services at George Mason University. He is a practicing physician who founded and directed the Johns Hopkins Weight Management Center in Baltimore. He has written several books on weight control and performs research on effective means of dieting.

Seating at these events is limited. To reserve your seat(s) for any or our September events, email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com or call 703-667-9801


Betty, The Tag Sale Deal Maker

Don’t Miss Your Ultimate Shopping Spree August 31st

See Something You’ll Like
Tour Some Place You’ll Love

Discover one of the many ways our residents enjoy living at The Woodlands. Spend an afternoon of shopping, food and fun. Then take a self-guided tour of our apartments homes – at your leisure – and experience first hand what life here is like as you mix and mingle with the people who live in our wonderful community.

POP-UP SHOP & OPEN HOUSE EVENT

Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Location: The Woodlands, 4320 Forest Hill Drive, Fairfax, VA

 

Enjoy self-guided tours of our residences and complimentary refreshments.

Please RSVP to let us know how many will attend.

Email Ellen Limburg at elimburg@thewoodlandsccrc.com or Karen at marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com or call 703-667-9801


indoor pool

Returning in September - Aquatic Fitness Classes

indoor pool

The Woodlands is excited to announce the re-opening of Aquatic Fitness Classes to individuals residing outside of The Woodlands. Classes are held in our 90 degree heated, indoor, saltwater pool. Classes are set to resume in September 2023. Space is limited, for details contact The Woodlands Marketing Office at 703-667-9801 or marketing@thewoodlandsccrc.com


What We Know About Sleep

On February 15th The Woodlands hosted guest lecturer Roger Koment, Ph.D., creator of a nonprofit medical association for professional development, consulting with medical institutions, medical associations, and governments from around the world. Dr. Koment spoke about sleep. What exactly is sleep, and why is it so important that we spend fully one-third of our time in that quiescent state?  His presentation examined these questions and expanded on the neurophysiology of energy production and the necessary cleanup after energy has been expended.


seniors enjoying a Valentine's Day event

Valentine's Day Celebrations

Valentine’s Day was full of treats and surprises for residents of The Woodlands. The day started off with heart shaped donuts, followed by chocolate covered strawberries and champagne toast with live music at happy hour. A special Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu was offered at dinner and the evening concluded with a trio performing in the Living Room.


The Woodlands at nights

Welcome New Staff

The Woodlands is very pleased to welcome our receptionist Michelle Machado and dining room manager Jamie Walsh to The Woodlands team. Both bring many years of experience and success to The Woodlands.


Economics Talk

Resident and Professor of Economics, James Bennett, gave an assessment of what Americans can expect from the economy in both the short and long-term. Dr. Bennett specializes in research related to public policy issues, the economics of government and bureaucracy, labor unions, and health charities.


adults enjoying sparklers

New Years Eve

adults enjoying sparklers

New Years Eve celebrations at The Woodlands started out with an afternoon of live music. This was followed by a prime rib dinner and countdown to the ball dropping at midnight. A great time was had by all ringing in 2022!