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Black History Celebration

Sunday, Feb. 15th

2:00 pm, CH I


Historian C.R. Gibbs returns to speak in depth on the life and legacy of Carter G. Woodson, renowned historian and founder of  “Negro History Week.” 


The cost is Free but you must register online or in person at Lifestyle office CH II, beginning on Feb. 3rd . 

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Plan to attend

Plan to attend

Josiah Henson: 

The Man and the Myth


Tuesday, Feb. 3, 1:30 pm, 

CH II Auditorium


The Edmonson Historical Society presents Josiah

Henson: The Man and the Myth. This unique perspective on the social forces that shaped

his life and influenced how we view history. 


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Coming Soon!

We Celebrated!

Arena Stage Presents


A vibrant new take on the musical inspired by John O’Hara’s ‘Pal Joey’ stories for The New Yorker, Chez Joey brings a complete book revision by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and a curated selection of brand-new arrangements from the legendary catalog of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart to a 21st-century audience.

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We Celebrated!

We Celebrated!

MLK, Jr Day Celebration


The Martin Luther King, Jr day celebration was a joyous time and the Leisure World community celebrated the life of Dr. King at  the service at the Inter-Faith Chapel and afterwards, a brunch in CH I

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1 Million Rising

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We celebrated

KWANZAA Day Celebration


The Leisure World community experienced a wonderful Kwanzaa celebration.  


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What a night!

Attention Seniors

What a night!

LWAAAC Holiday Party 


We dressed up and showed up to this year's holiday party.  Check out the Photo Gallery of our members enjoying the festivities. 


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LPS R&D group

Attention Seniors

What a night!

 Literature, Philosophy & Science Reading & Discussion Group 


A new LWAAAC interest group has been added to our ranks. The  LPS R&D group meets monthly to discuss topics such as, wisdom, human nature, social justice, etc. 


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Attention Seniors

Attention Seniors

Attention Seniors

Montgomery County Age-Friendly Community Needs Assessment - Community Survey


We'd like to hear from you about aging in Montgomery County.  While this survey is primarily designed for adults over the age of 55, we welcome feedback from all county residents over the age of 18.

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Health & wellness

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AAHP Monthly Health Programs


The Montgomery County African American Health Programs has numerous monthly health events and programs to benefit our community.

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Checkout what's happening


There is always something going on in and around Leisure World. Checkout our Goings on About Town page to see events and programs of interest in the DMV.  

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meet your neighbors

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LWAAC Has Great People


Want to know more about your LWAAAC neighbors and friends?  

Visit our Members-Only profile section highlighting some of LWAAAC finest members.  

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NEEDED: Grand Readers

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the Drumbeat is the  LWAAAC quarterly publication newsletter.  Members can access the current and archived version of the newsletter. 





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NEEDED: Grand Readers

NEEDED: Grand Readers

NEEDED: Grand Readers

Become a Grand Reader


Grand Reader Volunteers(GRV) are needed to assist students at Bel Pre E.S.  The GRV allows grandparents or senior citizens to come into elementary or middle schools to read to students, work on their literacy, and assist them with reading assignments and after school programs.

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Strathmore ES

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NEEDED: Grand Readers

Volunteers Needed


The Community Service Committee has joined with the Leisure World New Yorkers & Friends organization as volunteers to the Strathmore ES on Beaverbrook Rd.  Our volunteers serve as Recess Door Monitors, which is a continuous need throughout the school year.

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Celebrating our culture

Sunday, Feb. 15th, 2:00 pm,

 CH II Auditorium 

Cost:  Free 


This year historian C.R. Gibbs returns to speak in depth on the life and legacy of Carter G. Woodson, renowned historian and founder of  “Negro History Week.” 


Family and friends are welcome to attend.


Register Here