Events/Clubs: Descriptions & POC's
This alphabetical list of descriptions and points of contact (POCs) corresponds to our community calendar.
Contact information for each POC can be found in our online Directory.
 
At Ease:
Resident veterans (male & female) meet as an informal group and swap stories, encourage one another, and help ensure each is in good health and being cared for.  Tom Corcoran
Bible Study:
Residents of diverse backgrounds and denominations study the Bible. All are welcome to join us for a fun time of learning, fellowship, and prayer.  Mon.: Ingrid Ruby   Thurs: Tom Smith
Billiards:
Play a friendly, informal game of Billiards with your fellow residents.  Jack Nelson
Bingo:
A classic game with lots of laughter and fun. Mike & Jeanette Monteith
Bocce Ball:
Lawn bowling with simple rules. Meet at our Bocce courts on Dunbarton Green.  Lynn Robb
Bridge:
"Progressive party contract bridge" using tallies. We provide cards, tallies, and score pads. Coffee and water are available. Players bring table snacks to share Participants of all levels of experience are welcome; however, please know and understand the basic bidding and playing principles.  Mon. & Fri.: Jane Canfield   Tues. & Fri.: Pam Flory
Chair Aerobics:
Take an aerobic workout session without the pounding effect on your life. Instructor: Lisa Moscatello-Hartung
Dance Party:
Come dance to the sounds of disco and other music genres. Jeanette Monteith
Dine Around:
Residents explore local restaurants and try different cuisines while enjoying time together around a meal. Ann Komelasky
Dunbarton Players:
Our very own theater group, made up of residents, stages a live show each year. Open to all who want to participate on stage or behind the scenes.  Stephanie Baker & Chris Male
Dunbarton Trivia Club:
Do you like trivia? Come mingle with others and get ready for the annual local HOA competition.  Louie Coates
Dunbarton Web Team:
Find valuable information about our community. Contact the web team at dunbartonwebteam@gmail.com for assistance.
Euchre/500 & Other Card Games:
A variety of card games are played. Learn new ones or teach others your personal favorites. Mike Komelasky
Family History:
Genealogy. Residents work on their family trees or simply come to learn how to get started learning about their heritage. Most bring their own laptops or tablets to explore the many information sources available.  Thad Hartman
Fit Fusion:
Music combined with dancing and exercise. A good workout. Instructor: Lisa Moscatello-Hartung
Garden Club:
Learn about seasonal plants and ways to improve your garden from others who know. Margaret Smith
Hand & Foot Card Game: 
A card game typically played with four (4) players in partnership. Carolyn Wargo 
HUGS:
Working with the Assistance League of Northern Virginia to help meet the needs of the local community by making pocketed-stuffed pillow hearts and knit hats and blankets to comfort young victims of assault and abuse, economically disadvantaged mothers, and pediatric clinic newborns. Dawn Callaway
Karaoke:
Try your hand (or voice) before a non-judgmental audience of neighbors. You will be surprised at the hidden talent in our community. Martha Celentano
Kids Swim:
Grandkids and visitors with kids can experience the pleasures of swimming and playing in our pool. Lifeguard
Ladies' Lunch Out:
Monthly female gathering at a different restaurant to enjoy fellowship and lunch. Lynn Haurie
Library:
Our vast collection of resident-donated books is available so you can borrow a book and read in your spare time. When you finish reading, simply return what you borrowed so someone else can enjoy reading too. Clubhouse Gathering Room  Adelle Sharman
Line Dancing/Beginner Line Dancing:
Exercise and have fun while learning or participating in line dancing. Ann Komelasky & Kristine Stein
Mahjongg:
A tile game of skill that combines your wit and fortune into fun. Originated in China (2,000 years ago) as the imperial clan game. Mon.: Connie Varmecky   Wed.: Joan Lau   Fri.: Jeri Monaghan
Mexican Train:
A variation of Dominoes. Dianne Moss & Joy Cornell-Baker
Mystery Book Club:
Read a mystery and occasionally watch a mystery movie with the group. Judith Wright
Neighborhood Conversations:
The Zoom version of TGIF where you exchange ideas and neighborhood news. Martha Bullock
Neighborhood Nosh:
Monthly gathering with light breakfast items (coffee, juice, donuts, bagels, fruit, etc. Enjoy socializing with other residents. Monica Flynn & Ann Vaughn
Neighborhood Watch:
Volunteer residents patrol our community to augment existing safety and security programs executed by the Crime Prevention Office of the Prince William County Police Department.  Norm Cherkis
Newsletter (OTR):
Our community newsletter is produced, assembled, and distributed to your home each month by resident volunteers. Submit your thoughts to OTRNewsLtr@gmail.com.
NVFS (Northern Virginia Family Service):
Dunbarton routinely supports this critical nonprofit hub that serves Prince William County. (http://nvfs.org) Marcie Nagle
Photography Club:
Monthly discussions about photography and cameras. Bring your camera, favorite photos, and your enthusiasm, and share. Jon Bender
Pickleball:
This paddle-and-ball game is a cross between ping pong and tennis and is played on our tennis/pickleball court. Pickleball can be a fast game but with a little running. Both singles and doubles are offered. It is always fun. (Register and sign up via SignUpGenius in our clubhouse office) Clair Ackerman
Picnic on the Patio:
When good weather comes, we meet on our clubhouse patio to enjoy lunch; bring your own sack lunch. Jeanette Monteith
Ping Pong:
A classic, friendly game that is open to anyone. Our ping pong table has a playback feature if you wish to play by yourself. Tom Wilkinson
Pinochle:
A friendly game of cards played by all skill levels. All are welcome, including those who want to learn how to play. Frank Costanza
Quilting Club:
Work on personal quilting projects and share skills and ideas. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own sewing machine. Trudy Travis
R.O.M.E.O. (Men's Lunch Out):
Enjoy a delicious meal at a different local restaurant and socialize with male neighbors every month. Chuck Ruby
Rummikub:
A tile game that incorporates rummy play and challenges each player to look at continually changing options. Rose Laocca
Scrapbooking:
Workshops and Border Classes with instruction if needed. Come preserve your pictures and memories in albums and share ideas with others. Joy Cornell-Baker
Social Games:
A variety of games are played each week. Kathy Blair
Solos Group: Single/Widowed Dunbarton residents gather for camaraderie and an occasional trip, a meal, or great conversations. Pat Hansen
Stitch & Rip:
Work on various knitting/crocheting or other needlework projects. Engage in great conversations and form lasting friendships. Following each session, there is lunch at a local "food emporium." Gail Lyons
Sunshine Group:
Provide support, communication, and security that connects neighbors and helps alleviate burdens. Sunshine Group Block Captains serve as the
contact points for our residents. To find your Sunshine Group Block Captain, simply click here. Cathy Caniford
Tennis:
A classic game open to all levels. Played on our tennis/pickle ball courts. (Register and sign up via SignUpGenius in our clubhouse office) Chris Male
TGIF:
Socialize with neighbors in a casual, friendly environment and enjoy dishes prepared and shared by all who participate. All are welcome, and no RSVP is required. This is a BYOB event (+21 years). Ann Komelasky
Water Volleyball:
A fun water sport that can be enjoyed by all residents regardless of fitness levels.
(Register and sign up via SignUpGenius in our clubhouse office). Shelby Montgomery
Welcome Neighbor:
Visit new homeowners, welcome them, and answer any questions that they may have about our community. Rose LaRocca & Caren Leifer
Wine Tasting:
Enjoy tasting and learning about different wines and the foods they pair with. Bring a dish to share and a bottle of wine. BYOB (+21) Joann Hollis
Words:
No judges, no critics, all you need is a love of writing. Gather over coffee and create. Sharing is optional. Come and be amazed at the wonder that flows from your pen or laptop. Dottie Ward-Wimmer
Yoga:
Men and women of all experience and fitness levels who are interested in increasing core strength, balance, and flexibility while focusing on breathing can participate. Modifications will be offered if needed. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. Jan Parker