PICK-UP ARTISTS
WHAT: Landlovers Annual Flea Market advance pick-ups
WHEN: Now
WHERE: Your house
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Email llfleamarketdonations@gmail.com today to schedule your pick-up
WHAT ELSE: Although the Landlovers Flea Market isn’t until March 13, 2027, you can start decluttering for a cause now by scheduling an advance pickup of your gently used donations.

CONSERVATION CONVERSATION
WHAT: Coastal Conservation Association seminar
WHEN: Monday, Sep. 14, at 7 p.m.
WHERE: St Peter’s Church, 3 West Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Richard Batten, 203.858.9364
WHAT ELSE: Eric Swanson, advocacy education coordinator for One Hundred Miles, will present a conservation talk. Raffle prize will be offered to attendees.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
WHAT: The Landings Photography Club kick-off meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, Sep. 16, at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Delegal Marina screened-in room dockside
CONTACT: Email questions to landingsphotoclub@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Whether you’re an amateur photographer with a lot of gear or a “phone-only” photographer, bring your camera to take photos during the “golden hour” and socialize with other enthusiasts. BYOB and an app to share. 
 

POWER PLANTS
WHAT: P.E.O. Chapter BB Plant Sale
WHEN: Accepting orders now through Oct 1. Pick-up – Monday, Oct. 19 by last name: A-L – 11-11:45 a.m.; M-Z – 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Pricing varies on order form
CONTACT: Jane Holst at janeholst1399@comcast.net, 404.775.1442 or Jacqy Soderberg at jacqys@aol.com, 912.598.0342
WHAT ELSE: P.E.O. Is a philanthropic education organization that raises funds for scholarships and loans for women in higher education.

THE RIGHT STUFF
WHAT: Ladies on the Right September luncheon and meeting
WHEN: Thursday, Sep. 17, 12 noon – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Palmetto Ballroom at the Landings
HOW MUCH: $37.50 for LOTR members and $45 for non-members
CONTACT: Please visit www.ladiesontheright.org
WHAT ELSE: For reservations, please visit LadiesontheRight.org. Speaker will be Prof. Khalil Habib from Hillsdale College, speaking on “The Declaration and the Progressive Turn: How Progressives Undermine the Teaching of the Declaration of Independence on Natural Rights.”

FOR THE BIRDS
WHAT: Osprey Update
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 17, 4 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free for Friends of Skidaway Audubon members, $5 for guests, cash only
CONTACT: skidawayaudubon.org
WHAT ELSE: Wildlife rehabilitator Barbara Slatcher, who runs the international site OspreyWatch.org, will kick off Skidaway Audubon’s 2026-27 speaker series. All are welcome to attend. Please pre-register online at SkidawayAudubon.org. Attendees are asked to park in the rear lot.

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TERRAPIN TIME

WHAT: Release of terrapin hatchlings

WHEN: Thursdays, Sep. 17, at 5 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 4 at 3 p.m. 

WHERE: Sunset Park, Landings Way South

HOW MUCH: Free, donations appreciated

CONTACT: friendsofskidawayaudubon@gmail.com

WHAT ELSE: Learn how Diamondback terrapin eggs are rescued and incubated, then help release the adorable hatchlings into the marsh. Online registration is required and opens July 19 at SkidawayAudubon.org. The events are open to all Landings residents; however, children must be age 6 or older to participate. Due to the event’s popularity, please limit registrations to one release date per family. Parking is limited; golf carts are recommended. Dogs prohibited.

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DEMOCRATIC PROCESS

WHAT: Skidaway Island Democrats general membership meeting

WHEN: Thursday, Sep. 17, 7 p.m.

WHERE: The Landings Association, 600 Landings Way South

CONTACT: Rosemary Mackey at rwmackey1@gmail.com if you don’t live at the Landings and need a gate pass; If you need a ride from the Marshes or Thrive, please contact Mitzi Toth at mlanetoth38@gmail.com

WHAT ELSE: Guest speakers will be Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, Democratic candidate for Georgia Secretary of State; and Peter Hubbard, who is running for re-election to the Public Service Commission.

POSTAL PEOPLE
WHAT: Landings Stamp Club
WHEN: Friday, Sep. 18, 10 a.m.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church conference room
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Carl Luecke, cluecke@comcast.net or 631.766.5002 for meeting details.
WHAT ELSE: Beginner, advanced, or anyone in between is welcome to join our monthly meeting. Learn about buying, selling, or preserving your collections, and discover different types of stamps from all over the world.

FUN AND GAMES
WHAT: Mahjong for Missions Fundraiser
WHEN: Saturday, Sep. 19, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave.
HOW MUCH: $81.88 
CONTACT: Emily Salzer, 615.579.0967, or Jillian Durant, 912.354.7615, or email communications@savannahfpc.org
WHAT ELSE: Please reserve your spot via Eventbrite. The in-person event combines competitive and casual tabletop gaming with community fundraising. Guests will enjoy Mahjong games on elegantly decorated tablescapes using classic tiles, accompanied by a catered lunch, bake sale, and prize opportunities throughout the morning.

WEATHER OR NOT
WHAT: Modern weather forecasting seminar, sponsored by the Power and Sail Squadron of Savannah
WHEN: Tuesday, Sep. 22, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: White Bluff Presbyterian Church, 10710 White Bluff Rd.
HOW MUCH: $20 for Power Squadron members, $35 for non-members 
CONTACT: Contact Angela Margolit, amargolit@hotmail.com or 973.296.8011
WHAT ELSE: This seminar is intended to promote weather awareness on the water, but anyone interested in understanding why weather forecasting is such a challenge is welcome.

I’M LOVIN’ IT
WHAT: Landlovers kickoff reception
WHEN: Sep. 22 
WHERE: Palmetto Ballroom
HOW MUCH: Your $30 household membership covers a primary and secondary member for one year.
CONTACT: Learn more at www.landingslandlovers.com
WHAT ELSE: Renew your membership and follow Landlovers on Facebook and Instagram for reminders, announcements, photos, and highlights throughout the year.

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GOOD GRIEF
WHAT: Understanding Your Grief support group
WHEN: Fridays, Sep. 25 - Dec. 4, 3:30-5 p.m.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 W. Ridge Rd.
CONTACT: For more information and registration, please contact MessiahSK@gmail.com or 912.598.1188, or Dr. Karen Scheib, kscheib@emory.edu or 404.401.0219 
WHAT ELSE: Please register by Sep. 18. This 10-week support group will keep the same members throughout. Registration closes after the first session, and additional members will not join along the way.

MUSICAL MARRIAGE
WHAT: Dr. Jeremy Samolesky, piano, and Dr. Alina Windell, flute, in concert
WHEN: Friday, Sep. 25, at 7 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free; Donations appreciated
CONTACT: Visit STPSAV.org/music or call Lyndall Stanley, 912.596.3480
WHAT ELSE: This husband-and-wife duo has performed across the U.S. and festival stages in Italy. Dr. Samolesky is a Steinway Artist and head of keyboard studies at Auburn University. Dr. Windell holds degrees from Indiana University, Stony Brook University, and the University of Colorado.

MAKE A BED
WHAT: Building Beds for Kids to benefit Sleep in Heavenly Peace
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 3, 8 a.m. to 12 noon
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 W. Ridge Rd.
CONTACT: Lisa Oswald, laoswald@icloud.com
WHAT ELSE: Help us end child bedlessness in Savannah. No special experience required, just a willing hand to help provide a child with a safe, comfortable place to sleep. Breakfast, snacks, and water included.  

STEPPING OUT
WHAT: Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Coastal Georgia
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 3, at 9 a.m. - registration; Walk at 10:30 
WHERE: Forsyth Park, downtown Savannah
CONTACT: Kate Ash, 912.920.3018 orkmash@alz.org
WHAT ELSE: All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer’s further the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. All donations are tax-deductible. Walk either 1 or 3 miles.

HOUSE OF SECRETS

WHAT: A Literary Crawl through the Green-Meldrim House


WHEN: Friday and Saturday evenings, Oct. 3, 9, 10, 16, 23, 24, and 30, at 6 and 7:30 p.m. 


WHERE: Green-Meldrim House, 327 Bull St.

HOW MUCH: $18 in advance, $22 at the door 

CONTACT: 912.233.3845; jcredle@greenmeldrimhouse.org

WHAT ELSE: Savannah is famous for its ghosts, but the real spirits live within the words left behind. Come to the historic Green-Meldrim House for a one-of-a-kind evening where history, architecture, and literature intertwine during the creepiest month of the year. Reservations are strongly recommended. Spaces are limited for this intimate experience.

NOURISHING NOTES
WHAT: Free concert with Savannah-based band The Bourbon Boys
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 9, 5:30 p.m. 
WHERE: Landings Marina picnic grounds 
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Mimi Krupp, mimikrupp7@gmail.com or 912.401.7775
WHAT ELSE: A benefit for Second Harvest (Feeding America), Kids Café. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help alleviate hunger for the children of Georgia.

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SEA FOR YOURSELF
WHAT: Skidaway Marine Science Day
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
WHERE: UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: gacoast.uga.edu/events/ or Shannon Matzke at shannon.matzke@uga.edu or 912.598.2446
WHAT ELSE: A campus-wide open house with free entry to the UGA Aquarium and special access to areas usually not available with regular admission.

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PADDLE BATTLE

WHAT: 5th Annual Paddle Battle, a fundraiser for Fish Gotta Swim©

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

WHERE: Wilmington Island Marina

CONTACT: Visit www.wilderness-southeast.org/paddle-battle-2026for more information

WHAT ELSE: Fish Gotta Swim is WiSE’s flagship science enrichment program for at-risk youth in Savannah. The event includes 5- and 10-K kayak/SUP races, a 1-mile fun race, live music, a Lowcountry boil, beverages, a raffle, kids’ games, and free family boat rides.

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BETWEEN THE LINES
WHAT: Author Conversation Series
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 12, 5 – 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Village Library
HOW MUCH: Free to all Skidaway residents
CONTACT: Please contact the library at 912.598.1183
WHAT ELSE: A wine-and-cheese reception hosting Savannah author Barbara Lohr and her wide array of novels. The event includes a presentation by the author, Q&A, and book signing.

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HELLO, SAILOR
WHAT: Basic Sailing Class, sponsored by the Landings Sailing Club
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 18. - 4 p.m. plus four hours on the water
WHERE: TLA Meeting Room, 600 Landings Way South
HOW MUCH: $100, of which $25 will be refunded if you join TLSC within 30 days.
CONTACT: Angela Margolit, amargolit@hotmail.com or 973.296.8011
WHAT ELSE: Open to all Landings residents 21 or older who are either new to sailing or want a refresher course.

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HISTORICAL HOMES

WHAT: Architectural tour led by Jonathan Stalcup, SCAD Master of Architecture grad

WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Begin at Forsyth Fountain and end at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

HOW MUCH: $30

CONTACT: Kate Kastner, katesastner@icloud.com, 508.558.1077

WHAT ELSE: Rain or shine. Sign up on Landlovers website through your Landlovers membership.

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GO NUTS

WHAT: P.E.O Chapter AS Pecan Sale

WHEN: Orders accepted by Oct. 22; Deliveries at your convenience

HOW MUCH: $15 per bag

CONTACT: Sue Muscarella - 925.948.5202 or Heidi Nelson at jbirdwyo@gmail.com

WHAT ELSE: Delicious, beautifully packaged dark or milk chocolate, glazed, mammoth halves or pieces, caramel clusters, and cinnamon glazed. Fundraiser for scholarships and loan funds for women seeking degrees at accredited institutions.

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CAFÉ CONVERSATIONS

WHAT: EnviroWay Community Café

WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 1, 1 p.m.

WHERE: Landings Harbor Marina

HOW MUCH: Free

CONTACT: Kim Slodden, 845.820.3123

WHAT ELSE: When an issue is rarely discussed, the lack of social proof and perceived urgency can reinforce what researchers call a ‘spiral of silence,’ where individuals’ reluctance to address it contributes to further suppression and engagement. Bring your own water, tea, or coffee, and dress to be outdoors. 

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HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?

WHAT: Landlovers Garden Tour

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

HOW MUCH: $40 per person, tickets to be purchased with a credit card on the Landlovers website

WHAT ELSE: This year’s Landlovers Garden Tour invites you to discover the personalities of eight gardens at the Landings and gather fresh ideas for your own outdoor oasis. Visitors can also explore Skidaway Farms, including individual raised garden beds and communal herb and flower gardens. Throughout the day, four speakers will present at the farms on “Being Waterwise,” “Sea Level Rise and Coastal Flooding,” “Native Plant Gardening,” and “Fall Vegetable Gardening.”

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MERCY MEALS
WHAT: Drive-by food collection to benefit All Angels food pantry for food-insecure local families and the homeless 
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 8, 3-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 W. Ridge Rd.
CONTACT: Regina Poulos, 305.323.5353
WHAT ELSE: Requested food items include canned chicken, tuna, spam, beef stew, chili, corned beef, canned fruit, individual snacks, granola bars, crackers, canned vegetables, gravy mix, stovetop stuffing, boxed potato and rice options, corn muffin mix, cranberry sauce, mac and cheese, small bags of nuts or dried fruit, cake, and cookie or brownie mixes.