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The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, the Dulles Chapter, meets Nov. 28, 11:30 a.m., for lunch at the Amphora Diner Deluxe, 1151 Elden St., Herndon. Wilton Ward, Virginia Federation of Chapters, will discuss NARFE’s 20-year partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, the Alzheimer Safe Return Program and recent research in Alzheimer’s disease. NARFE is collecting donations to fund Alzheimer research, and Olive Panzera, collecting the funds at the local level, will be available to accept donations. The meeting is open to NARFE members and anyone interested in its programs. Cost of lunch is $13.50. For information or reservations call Sue Righter, 703-966-1122 by Nov. 25.
Reston Interfaith invites individuals and families to adopt a family this holiday season. Support Reston Interfaith families by giving gifts for a child through the Adopt-a-Family program. The goal this year is to adopt 1,100 children from the Reston-Herndon area. Contact Meredith Young at 571-323-9566, or events@restoninterfaith.org.
Orphan Foundation of America is a Reston-based organization that provides scholarships and offers mentors to parentless teens leaving foster care. Passionate individuals are needed to work on tasks including reviewing student and mentor applications, contacting applicants by mail, phone or e-mail, making files, etc. Volunteers are also needed to help with development by researching foundations and organizations, preparing solicitation packets and other tasks. Call 571-203-0270 or e-mail help@orphan.org.
Overeaters Anonymous has meetings every day throughout Northern Virginia. Call 703-823-NOVA (6682) or visit www.oanova.org.
The Junior Chamber International is an organization of young professionals who focus on providing individual development while contributing meaningful help to the community. Contact Chad W. Davis at 703-850-8886 or chad@chaddaviscpa.com.
Bookends, the Reston Community Center's senior book group, meets every fourth Thursday, from 12:30-2 p.m., at the Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods to discuss a variety of books. Drinks and cookies are provided at no charge. Participants should bring a bag lunch. Books are on reserve at the Information Desk of the Reston Regional Library. This free activity is intended for adults age 55 or older. Call 703-476-4500.
The Girl Scout Council. Group needs volunteers to serve as troop leaders, help with cookie sales, plan special events, translate and conduct training for outdoor and other activities. Call 1-800-523-7898 or visit www.gscnc.org/gscnc/vol.htm.