This month’s Movies That Move at the Reston Community Center is Soul. A middle school teacher and aspiring pianist falls into a coma and seeks to reunite his separated soul and body in time for his big break as a jazz musician (2024, rated PG). Free at the Leila Gordon Theatre.

Part of AARP’s Money Mindset series, this virtual workshop will teach you how to recognize the red flags of a scam in order to safeguard yourself and others and disengage from scammers. Free, online event. Registration requested.

AARP is hosting Brothers Redevelopment Inc. in a webinar on how to future-proof your home with safety and accessibility upgrades to reduce falls and support aging in place. Free webinar; pre-registration necessary.

The Reston Library celebrates spring with a session creating an oil pastel drawing of daffodils. All materials provided and preregistration is required. Registration opens Mar. 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Great Falls Memory Care by Artis hosts the April Caregiver Support Group focused on “Living Their Truth,” which focuses on recognizing with dementia that the person’s beliefs about reality are usually real to them just as our reality is to us. Please RSVP directly to Director of Sales & Marketing Missy Perkins at mperkins@greatfallsassistedliving.com.

Great Falls Memory Care by Artis in nearby Herndon welcomes you to join their 2nd Annual Parkinson’s Awareness Walk. Wear red in support and enjoy tasty treats and music. Proceeds from the purchase of a $5 wristband are donated to the Parkinson’s Foundation. RSVP by Apr. 8 by calling (703) 421-0690 or emailing mperkins@greatfallsassistedliving.com.

This is an eco-friendly event featuring local organizations sharing resources, programs and tips to go green. An opportunity to celebrate and protect the earth.

The Reston Regional Library invites you to learn the basics of growing your own seedlings. Experienced grower Sarah Brummett will guide you step by step through the seed-starting process in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for first-time growers! Registration opened Mar. 14. 

Community members living with Alzheimer’s and other neurocognitive disorders can engage creatively, foster brain connections and spark joy at this docent-led tour of the Jo Ann Rose Gallery exhibit, followed by a hands-on art project inspired by the exhibit. All participants must be accompanied by a caregiver, who will fully engage in the activities. The program is conducted by trained artists and dementia care certified trained staff. More details on this unique session to support cognitive and emotional well-being are available online. Free event; Registration is required for this new community activity on MyRCC.

Interested in understanding what artificial intelligence means for you? Join this accessible and engaging introduction to AI that elucidates the essentials and what you need to know. Free; registration required.

People living with dementia can experience reassurance through familiar textures and shapes. Handling materials like leaves, petals and branches is calming and promotes sensory engagement and focus. Join Great Falls Memory Care by Artis for this no-pressure, participate-at-your-own-pace event combining artwork and nature. RSVP by calling (703) 421-0690 or emailing Missy Perkins at mperkins@greatfallsassistedliving.com.

The Kensington Reston is hosting an informative day dedicated to supporting older adults and their families. Empowered Aging brings together trusted healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and community partners (yes, Reston for a Lifetime will be there!) to share valuable resources, expert insights, and practical tools for aging well. It’s easy to RSVP online.

Come out for the event that celebrates Reston, formerly known as Founders Day. Enjoy family fun and live music at this celebration of Reston’s founding. Join the community to honor what makes Reston special. Hosted by Lake Anne of Reston, a Condominium Unit Owners Association.

Part of AARP’s Money Mindset series, this workshop will review the impact fraud can have and what steps to take if it happens to you or a loved one. Free online event; registration required to receive the Zoom link.

The complimentary film screening at LOOK Cinemas in April is Eleanor the Great. No registration needed. Doors open at 9:00 a.m., and coffee, donuts and OJ are provided. Door prizes are also distributed prior to the movie, which begins at 10:00 a.m. Park in either the Blue or Green garage for validated parking. And if you have a smartphone, download the ParkRTC App onto your phone for additional ease.

Join Great Falls Memory Care by Artis for an informative and empowering lunch & learn session designed to support veterans and their families. Presented by Dr. Felix P. Gbee (U.S. Army) Veteran Care Specialist. RSVP by Apr. 20 to Missy Perkins at mperkins@greatfallsassistedliving.com or by calling (703) 421-0690.

This free webinar will look at how hearing works, what can go wrong (and why), and how age changes the way we experience sound. This online program is offered by the Lifetime Learning Institute of Northern Virginia, which is affiliated with Northern Virginia Community College. Register online.

Browse one of Reston’s biggest community yard sales to find bargains or unique keepsakes. Eighty-five families will be selling a variety of items. It is free to browse; there is a fee to reserve/set up a table. (Rain date is Sun., Apr. 26) 

Do you have memories you want to digitize? Learn how to digitize your own materials such as VHS tapes, audiocassettes, 3.5" Floppy disks, and photographic prints, negatives and slides. The Reston Regional Library is hosting this event; preregistration opens Apr. 11, 2026.

The Reston Library celebrates spring with a session creating an oil pastel drawing of daffodils. All materials provided and preregistration is required. Registration opens for this second session at 6:00 p.m. Apr. 14.

AARP Virginia and the Fairfax County Silver Shield Anti-Scam Program will host the 9th annual Fairfax Scam Jam. This free in-person event will offer information on how to spot and stop two growing threats – romance-based investment schemes and cryptocurrency fraud. The program and resource fair runs from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center. Read the full flyer with details here, and register using the link below. A complimentary lunch will be provided to registered guests.

If you’re making plans for yourself or a loved one to age in place, Fairfax Aging, Disability, and Caregiver Resource Unit (ADCR) offers resources and explores options that will help you prioritize what matters most in this low-fee information session at Lake Anne Plaza. Register online at MyRCC using the link below. (55+ Residents: $4; Residents: $5; and Non-Residents: $8)

The complimentary film screening at LOOK Cinemas in May is Blue Moon. No registration needed. Doors open at 9:00 a.m., and coffee, donuts and OJ are provided. Door prizes are also distributed prior to the movie, which begins at 10:00 a.m. Park in either the Blue or Green garage for validated parking. And if you have a smartphone, download the ParkRTC App onto your phone for additional ease.