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Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players. Playing Mahjong can improve memory, attention, and executive function, as well as social interaction, reduced feelings of isolation, and potential for better mental well-being. PLEASE NOTE: GROUP IS NOW ON WEDNESDAYS FROM 3 - 4:45 pm.

Come learn about the Greater Brookland Intergenerational Village (GBIV). We will have a presentation about how GBIV connects neighbors across generations to build relationships and provide one-on-one volunteer support so we can age successfully in our homes and communities. Village members and staff will be on hand to answer any of your questions.

Our knitting group meets the first Wednesday of the month at Woodridge library from 6-7:30pm. Do you already have a project you are working on but want a group to support your progress and to chat with while you work? Are you a beginner in knitting or crochet and want to learn? Join our Knitting group! We will have supplies to help get you started if you need them. Email programs@brooklandvillage.org or call (202)750-3601 if you have any questions or need help with registration.

You can catch us in Conference Room A unless it is not available. In that case, we will be on the Rooftop.

Have a hole from a doorknob? Cracks that keep reappearing? Curious about how drywall repair actually works? Join neighbors for a hands-on beginner workshop covering the basics of drywall repair and maintenance.
Hosted at Annie‘s Hardware, this casual session will walk through simple tools, patching techniques, sanding tips, and finishing basics that every homeowner or renter should know.

What We’ll Cover:
Common drywall problems and how to fix them
Tools and materials every DIYer should have
Small hole and crack repair
Patching larger holes
Sanding and finishing tips
Paint prep and cleanup
Q&A with experienced DIYers/store staff

Join Us for Front Porch Fridays!

Brookland friends and neighbors—let’s build community one conversation at a time! GBIV’s newest initiative, Front Porch Fridays, is all about connection, laughter, and the simple joy of gathering together.

Every First Friday, we invite you to step onto a front porch, pull up a chair, and enjoy casual conversations with old and new friends. No RSVP, no agenda—just good company, light snacks, and a warm sense of belonging.

Keep reading for details.
Where? Anywhere in the Brookland area. You are welcome to host or join!
When? Every First Friday of the Months of May, June, July and August -anytime between 5:30 - 7:30pm
Why? Because small moments of connection make our community stronger!

Bring a snack to share (or just yourself!), invite a neighbor, and let’s make Brookland feel even more like home. See you on the porch!

Stop by the GBIV table at Beacon House Day at the Edgewood Rec Center. Great time to ask questions if you are curious about membership, looking for meaningful ways to volunteer, interested in community engagement, or want to find out how you can give back and support GBIV’s mission—we’re here to chat!

Family-friendly fun, music, food, games, arts and crafts, and community resource booths, hosted by Beacon House.

There will be a fun Senior Bingo event happening and we encourage members to attend and enjoy the event!

Join Kate, GBIV member and Gerontologist, Longevity Practitioner and Community Architect for a workshop focused on identifying seasons of transition, normalizing the messy middle, and finding restoration within a space that is continuously shifting.