Our mission is to provide programs to our community that inspire personal growth, healing, & well-being.
The Bay Center is a 501c-3 nonprofit organization.
Dine for a Cause
A Community Dinner Supporting The Bay Center
Hosted by the Kilmarnock United Methodist Church
Come together for a comforting, home-cooked turkey dinner with all the classic fixings. Whether you choose to dine in and catch up with neighbors or grab a takeout meal to enjoy at home, every plate served directly supports the Bay Center’s workshops, support groups, and community programs throughout the Northern Neck. There is no set charge for the meal—simply come, enjoy, and donate what feels right to help sustain our mission of care and connection.
Wednesday Nov 18, 2026, 5-7pm at KUMC 89 E Church St. Kilmarnock
“As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light in the darkness of mere being.” - Carl Jung
Loss from Suicide
Healing Together.
If you’ve experienced the loss of a loved one through suicide, the Bay Center is here to provide support, understanding, and acceptance as you navigate the grieving process.
6 weeks series ~ October 7th- November 11th, Wednesdays 1-2pm
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” - Winnie the Pooh
Meaningful Meals
Mealtime can often be the loneliest part of the day, and the Bay Center’s Meaningful Meals is designed to change that—building community, reducing loneliness and stress, and fostering trust and belonging.
Join us for a monthly potluck dinner on the first Wednesday at 5:30 pm, where we’ll share food, stories, laughter, and honest conversation, strengthening connections and mutual support across cultures and generations.
first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 pm
“The Bay Center has introduced me to new ideas and, most importantly, new friends.”
Loved Ones Remembered
To remember those who have passed, we will gather together to honor their memory by reading their names, ringing a bell, lighting a candle, and sharing a moment in time together.
Tuesday December 1, 2026 at 5:30pm
The walls of the Bay Center are adorned with spectacular photos and paintings of two local artists: Kathryn Murray and Sandra Woodson. Learn more about each artist by clicking on their names above. While at The Bay Center, spend a few moments enjoying their work—connecting the space to our mission.
Stay Connected!
