In June, 2026 long-time  member Patty Ojeda volunteered to assume the role of Social Program Chair, and to build a vibrant Committee of dedicated volunteers to revitalize the Program.  Here is Patty's message to Club members:

I was recently asked to be the Club's new Social Chair, and I can't think of a better way to serve. Covid took its toll on all of us, and moved us away from gathering together to share experiences and fun. It's time to bring us back together again by sponsoring social events that will appeal to members of all ages; members who still work; members who have limited financial resources but still want to join the fun; and most importantly, members who enjoy each others' company. 

Would you, as an SCWDC member, be interested in meeting as a group to go to an Escape Room somewhere in the DMV? Would you be interested in going kayaking on one of the lakes or reservoirs nearby, where rental equipment is available? What about showing up someplace like the Reston Town Center and joining other members for a "progressive meal "- cocktails at one restaurant, entrees at another, and dessert to top it off? If these events sounds like fun, please let me know ASAP so we can get the wheels in motion. Contact me by email HERE and give me some ideas for other activities you would like to see the Club sponsor. They can range from sedate to exhilarating, and there will be some ideas that just won't make the cut. But I'm not doing this for me - I'm doing it for you, the members of the Club. Give me your feedback, send me your contact information and let me know if you're willing to help out. I'll need all the help I can get!

We'll take baby steps with this venture, and hopefully build the enthusiasm to where we can start booking events which require fees and deposits in advance (think: Christmas Party, Halloween Dance, cultural events). In the meantime, let's get together and have some fun!

The Club also decided recently to make all ticketed events available to our members and guests at our discounted group rates, without any additional markup or administrative fees.  This will help to ensure that we offer the lowest possible ticket prices to our participants.

Join our Social activities throughout the year for some fun and relaxation. We offer you warm camaraderie, not to mention the spirits you can enjoy while making new friendships at our happy hours. But be it hot, warm, cool or cold, the Social Program is ready to offer just the right activity to fit the climate and your needs.

Happy Hours: Every third Thursday of the month we get together at an area watering hole. Join us and meet new friends! Locations vary, nearly all are scheduled in Northern Virginia, from McLean, Tysons Corner, Fairfax, Springfield, Alexandria, & Arlington.  These are posted on the club Calendar.

Parties and Events: These usually include a summer picnic, one or more "Back to the Slopes" parties, and our annual Election Party. This November we will also offer a Volunteer Party to honor and reward the Club's leaders and volunteers. 

All of our event leaders listed under our various activities and programs are all people like you – really busy – but they are having fun meeting other people. They also need help! (Setting up and organizing prior to an event or the clean up afterwards .... think of it as a “mini tail gate” party!)  If a party is not your thing, consider leading a group to your favorite restaurant or in a book discussion.