The Unitarian Universalist Church in Reston is hosting a Halloween Festival. Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of fun, laughter, treats, and Halloween magic at UUCR. Bring the whole family to celebrate the season where there’s something exciting for kids of all ages. Costumes are encouraged. You may also bring a canned good donation for Cornerstones. More information on this free, community event in the source link provided.

Poet Sherri Waas Shunfenthal will guide you through a season of giving thanks and writing poetry. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is requested via the source link provided.

Aging well isn’t just about planning for the future. It’s also about building meaningful connections and having people you can count on.

For older adults aging without a spouse, children, or nearby family, having a strong support system is especially important. The Solo Aging Café offers a welcoming space to connect with others, share experiences, build friendships, and explore ways to plan for the future with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Join RFL Vice President Megan Descutner and Positive Aging's Steve Gurney for a discussion about aging life care and care management. This event is being hosted by The Kensington Reston, a Reston for a Lifetime sponsor.

RSVP is kindly requested using the source link provided.

The Reston Community Center will offer two special election day screenings of Hamilton at 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. American history comes alive through hip-hop, music and the original Broadway cast. (2020, PG-13)

The Reston Community Center will offer two special election day screenings of Hamilton at 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. American history comes alive through hip-hop, music and the original Broadway cast. (2020, PG-13)

Evaluate long-term care options, including in-home care, assisted living, and memory care. Provides essential guidance on successfully navigating the transition process. Complimentary classes provided by Insight Memory Care. Register via the source link provided.

Wine Wednesday is a Scrawl Books tradition. Each month a diverse group of readers gather to review, discuss and recommend books. If you've read a great book recently, come tell us about it. If you've DNF'd a book, tell us that too. It's a great way to learn about new books that you might otherwise leave on the shelf. (And a great way to meet fellow readers too!)

RSVP using the source link provided.

End-of-Life Care & Dementia: Supporting a Loved One Through a Dignified Transition. Join End-of-Life Doula Chelsea Duckers for guidance on honoring a loved one's wishes and preparing for the journey ahead. This virtual session sponsored by Artis Senior Living will share how an end-of-life doula supports people holistically and how it differs from hospice. Other discussion topics include:

• How cognitive status, culture, spirituality, and sexual orientation may impact the end-of-life journey

• The importance of legal documentation and client advocacy

• Ways to create a healthier relationship with death

You may register for this free webinar on Zoom via the source link provided or click here.

NAMI Ask the Expert presents this webinar on dementia care and support. Whether you're caring for a loved one with dementia, supporting a family navigating a diagnosis, or working with older adults and their families, this webinar will offer practical guidance, compassionate perspectives, and resources to help you approach the dementia journey with greater understanding and confidence.

This presentation will provide family care partners with a practical and compassionate framework for navigating the dementia journey, drawing on principles from The Complete Family Guide to Dementia by Thomas Harrison and Brent P. Forester, MD, MSc.

Find out more and register for the ZOOM session via the source link provided.

Beginning and expert birders are invited to search for birds in Reston’s natural areas. This event is co-sponsored by Northern Virginia Bird Alliance. You may park on Glade Drive near Twin Branches Road. Registration is recommended via the source link provided.

Join the Elden Street Tea Shop at Lake Anne for Friday Sip and Chat before the shop officially opens. Enjoy chatting with other community members and tea on the house.

Fairfax County celebrates 50 years of the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging with a celebration on Nov. 13, 2026. The event begins with a free screening of award-winning documentary, Facing the Falls, where you will experience the extraordinary story of international disability rights advocate Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan’s incredible expedition through the Grand Canyon. There will be a discussion with Cara after the screening.

Afterwards, enjoy various workshops, including fan-favorite Bingocize sessions, flu shots (first-come, first-served), helpful aging resources, community connection, and more!

Please submit a pre-registration form to help with event planning and for a quicker check in experience. Each attendee should complete their own registration form.

Reasonable accommodations provided upon request. For information, call 703-324-6184, TTY 711.

The complimentary film screening at LOOK Cinemas in November is Young Washington. Doors open at 9:00 a.m., and coffee, donuts and OJ are provided. There are door prizes, too! Movie begins at 10:00 a.m. Park in either the Blue or Green garage for validated parking. You may also wish to download the ParkRTC App onto your phone in advance. No registration is necessary.

Celebrate the season with a favorite holiday tradition. Enjoy an exciting parade at 11:00 a.m. filled with festive marching groups, live entertainment, holiday activities, and the lighting of Reston Town Center's iconic holiday tree at 6:00 p.m.

The Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) is leading the effort to prepare Virginia’s next State Plan for Aging Services. They want to hear from adults age 60+, caregivers, and professionals all across Virginia!

Join their virtual listening session:

• Virtual (Zoom) - December 1 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

To register for the Virtual (Zoom) session, please use the link provided here: https://dsa-virginia.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_V76-dZJeTgSg8N18Gd9Wug

Join the Walker Nature Center as they host a holiday open house at the Nature House. Catch the holiday spirit with live music, hot cocoa, a sing-a-long with Santa, ornament making and reindeer games, and much more! This event is free for all ages, and no registration is required. Event takes place rain or shine.

The Reston Community Center and The Leila Gordon Theatre present Flow. A cat, capybara, lemur, bird and dog search for land after a great flood in a visually stunning animated adventure about environmental fragility and the power of community. (2025, PG)

The complimentary film screening at LOOK Cinemas in December is Blue Moon. Doors open at 9:00 a.m., and coffee, donuts and OJ are provided. There are door prizes, too! Movie begins at 10:00 a.m. Park in either the Blue or Green garage for validated parking. You may also wish to download the ParkRTC App onto your phone in advance. No registration is necessary.

Adult volunteers are invited to explore Reston's natural areas and help gather information about the wildlife species that share our community. Basic training in wildlife identification and count methods is provided at the optional classes, which precede count days.

Classes and counts meet at the Walker Nature Center. On count day, participants will caravan to various locations around Reston. Beginner and expert counters are welcome. For registration assistance, contact naturecenter@reston.org or 703-476-9689 ext. 3.

Learn the basics of bird identification and how to look and listen for the common winter birds of Reston. Discover the major groups of birds and the best places to watch for them. Discuss a variety of bird guides, and take home a Checklist of Birds of Reston. Learn how to use eBird and support Reston’s biodiversity projects. Register by Dec. 27.