www.littlefallsvillage.org
LFV Office Address: 4701 Sangamore Road, S-232, above the Safeway
(301) 320-3267
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LFV doings! | SPRING * SUMMER 2020
Staying Connected & Safe
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A Note from Lisa Rosenthal, Executive Director, Little Falls Village
Little Falls Village continues our commitment of "neighbors helping neighbors" which is especially vital during this time of COVID-19 and social distancing. LFV volunteers are making sure that all of our members have adequate food, medicine and supplies. We are creating safe opportunities for socialization including one-on-one calls, groups and great speaker events on Zoom. During April and May, we had over 500 attendees at LFV Zoom events, including many events that were open to all community members! We are helping LFV members with remote tech assistance including teaching them how to Zoom, and we are delivering beautiful handmade masks to our members' doorsteps. All of this keeps our LFV community connected and engaged. LFV leadership is closely monitoring the state and county guidelines, and will maintain compliance with those guidelines as they evolve. In the meantime, we look forward to sharing LFV's virtual programs with you in the comfort of your home! ~
Lisa
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LFV Members
Let us know as soon as possible when you need
services,
so we have time to make a volunteer match!
A week's notice is just right. Although less than 72 hours notice is difficult to fill, w
e always try to find a match!
Are you Zooming yet
? It's a great way to stay connected and enjoy LFV events while we cannot be out and about. We can help you become a zoom-in pro! Call the office for information.
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Members & Volunteers:
Call the office if you want a beautiful hand-sewn face mask delivered to your door!
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RSVP FOR ZOOM EVENTS OF INTEREST
Email info@LittleFallsVillage.org
or Call (301) 320-3267
Log-in info will be sent to RSVPs
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LFV * LIBRARY ZOOM-IN EVENTS
1:00-2:30 PM
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Thursday 5/14:
"Planet Word: The First Museum of Words & Language"
with
Rebecca Roberts, Journalist and Curator of Programming for the new Planet Word Museum
, to open in D.C. this Fall.
Planet Word will be the first voice-activated museum and will open with 11 galleries that explore the world of words includ
ing a 12-foot globe with 5,000 LED lights to teach visitors words and phrases in other languages & a voice-responsive, 22-foot, three-dimensional Word Wall. Language is what makes us human. From earliest childhood we weave our words into speech to communicate. Let Rebecca inspire and renew your love of words and language
(ALL).
Please put “
PLANET WORD
” in the subject line.
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Wednesday 5/27:
"What is the Outlook for US-China Relations?"
with
Ambassador J. Stapleton Roy,
Distinguished Fellow and Founding Director Emeritus of the Kissinger Institute on China and the United States at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, D.C. In the space of a few short decades, China has emerged as a worthy rival of the US as a global leader. Complicating this issue is President Xi Jinping's campaign against western influences, increasingly resorting to fear and repression to maintain stability. Ambassador Roy will look at these issues from his long experiences in dealing with China (ALL). Please put “
US-CHINA
” in the subject line of the email.
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MAY DATES: 5/6, 5/13, 5/22, 5/26. 1-2 PM:
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION SIT
with
Anuka Gazara-Anthony.
Thirty
minutes of guided meditation followed by reflection including an optional share prompted by the daily check-in question.
Anuka has provided wellness classes for over 5 years and
is committed to strengthening the effectiveness of individuals, teams, and business groups using mindfulness-based leadership and emotional intelligence coaching. Please put “
MEDITATION
” in the subject line of the email (ALL).
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WEDNESDAY 5/6,
5:00 – 6:00 PM. LFV's
‘HAPPY HOUR ZOOM-IN.'
Connect with friends by computer, tablet, smartphone or landphone (audio only). Bring and enjoy a beverage and snack as you reconnect with friends, introduce your pet or show us your garden.
Please put “
HAPPY HOUR
” in the subject line (M&V).
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Thursday 5/21
at 1:00 PM.
Couch Concert:
Duo Caliente.
Please put “
COUCH CONCERT
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Thursday 5/28, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Sawbucks Salon.
Discussion of financial topics as determined by the group. Hosted by Gabrielle Grunau & Bill Grosshandler. RSVP for Zoom-in information to: bill.gabrielle@gmail.com (M&V).
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Wednesday 5/20, 7:00 - 8:30 pm:
LFV Board Meeting.
LFV Office (M&V).
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LFV * LIBRARY ZOOM-IN EVENTS
1:00-2:30 PM
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Thursday 6/11:
"The CIA and Intelligence: An Insider View"
with
Jon Nowick,
who served with the CIA from 1974-2006 as an intelligence analyst and manager focused on the Balkans and Eastern Europe. Jon prepared intelligence reports for three Presidents and, since 2006, has been training CIA and other Intelligence Community officers in counter-terrorism and collaboration. In
this interactive session, Jon shares personal insights from his work with the CIA, including informing Presidents of events that shook the world.
Please put “
CIA
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Wednesday 6/24:
“Climate, Oceans, and Human Health: How the Chesapeake is a Paradigm”
with
Dr. Rita Colwell,
environmental microbiologist and former Director of the National Science Foundation.
She will
discuss her research findings on the effects of global warming on the spread of infectious diseases through water sources and its impact on global health
With onset of COVID-19, these models are currently being modified to predict SARS CoV-2 and incidence of COVID-19, the current pandemic of coronavirus. Microbial ecology can be used to serve as a critical indicator of human health and wellness. How this is accomplished and how we are beginning to understand environmental aspects of COVID-19 will be discussed in this talk.
Please put “
COLWELL
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Tuesday: 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30. 1-2 PM:
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION SIT
with
Anuka Gazara-Anthony.
Thirty
minutes of guided meditation followed by reflection including an optional share prompted by the daily check-in question.
Anuka has provided wellness classes for over 5 years and
is committed to strengthening the effectiveness of individuals, teams, and business groups using mindfulness-based leadership and emotional intelligence coaching. Please p
ut “
MEDITATION
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Tuesdays 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 10:00 am -
Noon
LFV Tech Tuesdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Tuesday to Bob by email
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FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Thursdays 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25 10:00 am - Noon
LFV Tech Thursdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Thursday to Bob by email
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FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Wednesday, June 10th
from 5:00 – 6:00 PM.
LFV's ‘HAPPY HOUR ZOOM-IN.'
Connect with friends by computer, tablet, smartphone or landline (audio only). Bring and enjoy a beverage and snack as you reconnect with friends, introduce your pet or show us your garden.
Please put “
HAPPY HOUR
” in the subject line (M&V).
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ADMINISTRATIVE MEETINGS
Wednesday 6/17, 7:00 - 8:30 pm:
LFV Board Meeting
LFV Office (M&V).
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LFV * LIBRARY ZOOM-IN EVENTS
1:00-2:30 PM
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Thursday 7/9:
"Are Honey Bees Really in Trouble?"
with Bill Hahn, Georgetown Adjunct Professor - Science, Technology and International Affairs (STIA) Adjunct Lecturer; Associate Research Professor, Biology.
Honeybees are one of the most important insects given their value in pollinating food crops and their production of honey, wax, and other products.
Dr Hahn
will explore the biology of honeybees, describe the best native plants that attract native pollinators in the garden, and explain the basics of beekeeping. Increasing awareness of native pollinators, including bees, is beneficial to community ecosystems in which they provide and help maintain the environmental balance.
Please put “
BEES
” in the subject line of the email (ALL).
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Wednesday 7/22 1:00-2:30 PM:
“Aging in Place with Universal Design”
with
Charles Khiel
, CR, CAPS, MCR; Vice President FRED Division: Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
About 90% of people age 65+ wish to age in their home of choice.
Charles Khiel
will discuss Aging in Place and the benefits of Universal Design for your home. Universal Design of products and environments applies to people of all ages and abilities, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for significant adaptation or specialized design. It brings flexibility, low physical effort, and simplicity to create a safe space for you.
Please put “
CASE
” in the subject line of the email (ALL).
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Wednesday July 1,
5:00 – 6:00 PM. LFV's ‘HAPPY HOUR ZOOM-IN.'
Connect with friends by computer, tablet, smartphone or landphone (audio only). Bring and enjoy a beverage and snack as you reconnect with friends, introduce your pet or show us your garden.
Please put “
HAPPY HOUR
” in the subject line of the email (M&V).
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Thursdays 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 10:00 am -Noon
LFV Tech Thursdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Tuesday to Bob by email
R
FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Tuesdays 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 10:00 am -Noon
LFV Tech Tuesdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Tuesday to Bob by email
R
FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Thursday 7/16, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Sawbucks Salon.
Discussion of financial topics as determined by the group. Hosted by Gabrielle Grunau & Bill Grosshandler. RSVP for Zoom-in information to: bill.gabrielle@gmail.com (M&V).
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ADMINISTRATIVE MEETINGS
Wednesday 7/22, 7:00 - 8:30 pm:
LFV Board Meeting
LFV Office (M&V).
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LFV * LIBRARY ZOOM-IN EVENTS
1:00-2:30 PM
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Thursday AUGUST 13 1:00-2:30 PM
“Five Key Aspects of Fitness Central to Optimal Aging”
with
Andrew Singer, PT, DPT, MHS.
Learn more about the Adult Fitness Independence Test (AFIT). Discover the 15 performance-based tests and how it can help identify issues with the five key aspects of fitness central to optimal aging: posture, flexibility, balance, endurance and strength. Understand how the test can be used to establish a baseline and be tracked annually. Gain knowledge of evidence-based, age-related norms for the specific tests and some of the basis exercises that can help address areas of need. Attendees will be given an opportunity to sign up for individual testing at Sumner Fitness at a discounted rate. Put "
Singer"
in subject line (ALL).
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Wednesday 8 /26, 1:00-2:30 PM:
“Everything You Wanted to Know about the FTC But Were Afraid to Ask”
with
Barry Cutler
, former
supervising attorney with the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, Assistant General Counsel, and former U.S. Representative to the Consumer Protection Directorate of the OECD in Paris.
The
Federal Trade Commission
(FTC) along with the SEC and CPSC, is one of several
alphabet soup
agencies that are called, ”Independent Agencies.” Why are some of these agencies independent while others like the EPA, CDC, FDA, & FEMA are not? Can an agency be truly independent, as its classification implies, or does it work with other independent agencies and/or non-independent agencies? Who provides oversight over the FTC? How does the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection help the consumer? What are some of their most challenging issues? Join
Barry Cutler
for an interesting and informative session. Please put "
CIA"
in subject line (ALL).
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ADMINISTRATIVE MEETINGS
Wednesday 8/19, 7:00 - 8:30 pm:
LFV Board Meeting
LFV Office (M&V).
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Tuesdays 8/4, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25 10:00 am -Noon
LFV Tech Tuesdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Tuesday to Bob by email
R
FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Thursdays 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 10:00 am -Noon
LFV Tech Thursdays.
Unlock the capabilities of your iPhone, iPad, laptop, iMAC, MacBook! Sessions address issues, questions and/or problems raised by those in attendance. Basic to advanced levels are welcome. Please address any
questions regarding Tech Tuesday to Bob by email
R
FG1647@icloud.com
(M&V).
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Thursday, AUGUST 20,
5:00 – 6
:00 PM. LFV's
‘HAPPY HOUR ZOOM-IN.'
Connect with friends by computer, tablet, smartphone or landline (audio only). Bring and enjoy a beverage and snack as you reconnect with friends, introduce your pet or show us your garden.
Please put “
HAPPY HOUR
” in the subject line (M&V).
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Thursday 8/27, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Sawbucks Salon.
Discussion of financial topics as determined by the group. Hosted by Gabrielle Grunau & Bill Grosshandler. RSVP for Zoom-in information to: bill.gabrielle@gmail.com (M&V).
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Upcoming LFV Library Events
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Thursday 9/10: “The Evolution of the Human Diet”
with
Dr. Briana Pobiner,
paleoanthropologist at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.
When you hear about the “paleo diet”, you probably think of the modern diet trend which is often centered around eating significant amounts of meat. But what role did meat-eating play in human evolution? Join
Dr. Pobiner
on a journey through the various line of evidence for meat-eating in human prehistory.
Please put “
DIET
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Wednesday 9/23: “THREE BILLION BIRDS LOST: The Disappearance of North American Birds and What We Can Do About It
“
with Peter Marra,
Director of the Georgetown Environmental Initiative.
If you were alive in the year 1970, more than one in four birds in the U.S. and Canada has disappeared within your lifetime.
Join
Dr. Marra
as he reviews the first-ever comprehensive assessment of net population changes in the U.S. and Canada which reveals, across-the-board, declines that scientists call “staggering.” Common birds—the species that many people see every day—have suffered the greatest losses, with more than 90% (over 2.5 billion birds) coming from just 12 [bird] families including the sparrows, blackbirds, warblers, and finches. What can be done to stop these losses? What role do we play? Join Dr. Marra for an engaging, thought provoking discussion.
Put “
BIRDS
” in the subject line (ALL).
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Ongoing Events: #Quarantine Activities and Social/Physical Distancing Resources to Maintain Sanity.
"Hi, I’m Amanda here in Washington, DC. I have created list of resources for anybody & everybody scared and bored and in lock-down."
The links on the google doc are updated
frequently
.
This is just a partial list:
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Kennedy Center Couch Concerts.
LIVE:
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY AT 4 P.M.
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June 9, 10:00 AM:
Tea
m of Five- the Presidents Club in the Age of Trump
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BMAV hosts Kate Andersen Brower, #1 New York Times bestselling author of
The Residence & First Women
, who will be talking about her newest book, a poignant, news-making look at the lives of the five former presidents in the wake of their White House years, including the surprising friendships they have formed through shared perspective and empathy. RSVP to
director@bmavillage.org
for Zoom login.
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Hirshhorn Inside Out
Visit the Hirshhorn from your living room! Introducing #HirshhornInsideOut, a way for you to remain connected through artist- and curator-led insights and Hirshhorn-inspired hands-on art activities for adults and kids of all ages, all from your phone or computer. Challenge ideas about what art can be with a focus on the ideas that artists have.
https://hirshhorn.si.edu/hirshhorninsideout/
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BECOME A LFV MEMBER, VOLUNTEER, DONOR AND/OR SUPPORTER TODAY!
CALL THE LFV OFFICE TO EXPLORE !!!!
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A special thanks to the LFV Board of Directors for their leadership and guidance in responding to the evolving COVID-19 situation to allow our membership to stay safe and connected.
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Peter Loew
Margie Ott
Steve Herman
Janet Moyer
Gabrielle Grunau
Ann Humphrey
Lisa Owen
Sandy Roy
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Thank you
to our wonderful volunteers who make LFV a community of Neighbors Helping Neighbors!
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Volunteers have risen to the occasion during this time of social isolation. Our amazing volunteers have assisted LFV members in obtaining groceries and
medications, making trips to the post office, hardware store, and dry cleaners and picking up the GEHCA / Saval food distribution orders. LFV Volunteers contacted all LFV members to check in and see how they're doing and if they need assistance with services as well as being on the check-in phone tree! Members received masks, made and delivered by volunteers & benefited from Zoom instructions from the LFV Zoom-In Committee, and remote tech assistance. We look forward to restarting in-person services as soon as it is safe to do so.
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Charles Applegate
Maurine Beasley
Mary Ann Bernald
Debbie Bisio
David Braun
Susan Brown
Mike Cairo
Sharron Cochran
Sandy Cohen
Jane Croft
Karen Cys
Kathy Daniel
Ursula Daniels
Sara Dark
Gary Ender
Elaine Feret
Shirley Fried
Bob Girouard
Karen Goldstein
Bill Grosshandler
Gabrielle Grunau
Susan Harding
Joanne Hellyer
Lisa Hepp
Eleanor Hillegeist
Frank Huffman
Ann Humphrey
Kathy Kiernan
Anne Lauvige
Kathie Libby
Charles MacKay
Patti Mackey
Tom Maher
Linda Martz
Shoba Mason
Sally McCarthy
Barbara Meima
Andrea Mones
Carolyn Montrose
Janet Moyer
Lynne Murray
Barbara Norton
Marian O'Brien
Lisa Oswald
Lisa Owen
Lani Pearson
Vicky Porter
Kathryn Scott
Maribeth Sherman
Marissa Sherman
Pauline Siple
Meryl Silver
Todd Smith
David Storey
Catherine Triay
Manuel Valencia
Nancy Wehr
Margit Williams
Kathleen Zellmer
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Our volunteers also do birthday calls, administrative and planning assistance, speaker events, Virtual Happy Hour and Tech!
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TECH NEWS
The Tech Group meets through ZOOM TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS, 10 - Noon. The 2-hour sessions discuss whatever topics the members are interested in and include how to use ZOOM, mastering the nuances of your I-Phone, and understanding your or Mac. The sessions are very relaxed and free-form. If you tire of the discussion or have to leave before it is over, all you have to do is say your goodbyes and click the <Leave the session> button on your Zoom screen.
The day before each session, Bob will email a reminder via
asking who wants to attend the next day’s session. If you have any questions regarding Tech Tuesday,
email
R
FG1647@icloud.com
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Thank You To Our Business and Community Supporters.
Please check out
their websites & quality services!
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CENSUS 2020
The 2020 Census is happening now. You can complete your questionnaire online, by phone, or by mail.
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LITTLE FALLS VILLAGE
4701 Sangamore Road
Suite# S-232
Bethesda, MD 20816
301-320-3267
info@littlefallsvillage.org
www.littlefallsvillage.org
LFV Office & Remote hrs:
M-Th 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday service requests are responded to until noon.
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