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ISLAND HOPPING – December 01, 2023
HEAR GREAT SPEAKERS
WHAT: Kiwanis Club of Skidaway
WHEN: Thursday mornings at 7:45 a.m.
WHERE: Palmetto Club
HOW MUCH: Free to attend, including refreshments for guests and first time attendees. Slight fee for members having coffee/tea. Occasional pastries are complimentary.
CONTACT: Michael Klavon, 912.306.0474 for gate pass
WHAT ELSE: Membership is open to Savannah/Chatham area residents. Visit www.kiwanisofskdaway.com for more information.
WHO NEW?
WHAT: New Neighbors
WHEN: Visit www.landingsnewneighbors.com to see our calendar
CONTACT: Visit our website or contact Sandy Hodge at nnnewmember@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: The club offers more than 250 different activities from biking, golf, pickleball, walking groups or fishing to Mahjong, Bridge, Needle-arts and Canasta. We have exciting military tours and special events for you to enjoy right here on Skidaway Island.
GOTTA LOVE IT
WHAT: Landlovers membership / open to all Skidaway Islanders
HOW MUCH: Each $30 membership fee covers one household of one or two adults.
CONTACT: Laurie Redmond, landloversmembershipdirector@gmail.com or visit www.landingslandlovers.com for more information.
WHAT ELSE: The membership year runs from September 1 through August 31. Landlovers is a philanthropic and social organization dedicated to enriching the Landings community and Skidaway Island at large. Landlovers sponsors year-round social activities and fundraising events to support student scholarships and multiple non-profit service organizations.
FIBER OPTICS
WHAT: Fiber Guild of the Savannahs Exhibit
WHEN: Dec. 1 through 31; Opening reception - Sunday, Dec. 3, 2 - 4 p.m.
WHERE: JEA Art Gallery, 5111 Abercorn St.
HOW MUCH: Free and open to the public
CONTACT: Vicky Lunick, 912.355.8111
WHAT ELSE: The Fiber Guild of the Savannahs is a group of fiber artists who share inspiration and techniques using a wide variety of fiber-related arts, such as spinning, weaving, dyeing, quilting, knitting, basketry, rug making, and paper manipulation. The group has a strong sense of community service and volunteerism, demonstrating traditional pioneer crafts to children and families at the Oatland Island Wildlife Center. People of all skill levels are invited to join the guild.
NO PLACE LIKE HOME
WHAT: Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity’s Second Annual Home for the Holidays Gala
WHEN: Friday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m.
WHERE: The DeSoto Hotel, 15 E Liberty St.
HOW MUCH: Single tickets - $175; couple tickets - $300; tables of 10 - $1,500
CONTACT: Ava Mattox, HFH Development Manager; amattox@habitatsavannah.org
WHAT ELSE: A black-tie dinner, cocktails, silent auction, and entertainment.
BOW REGARDS
WHAT: Landings Garden Club Holiday Bow Sales
WHEN: every Monday and Saturday through early December, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: in front of the Village Pharmacy Fountain
HOW MUCH: Prices start at $15 each
CONTACT: Joni Brownstein, jonibro2022@outlook.com or 925.787.9800
WHAT ELSE: The Garden Club’s annual fundraiser to fund Skidaway Island beautification and conservation. Shop early for best selection among the nine designs to choose from.
SONGS OF THE SEASON
WHAT: Holiday Sing-Along
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m.
WHERE: Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St.
WHAT ELSE: Get your spirits moving with The Local Vocals at the Learning Center. We may not hit all the high notes, but we’ve got the best piano player. Join us!
HELP WANTED
WHAT: Holiday Tour of Homes and Inns volunteers needed
WHEN: Saturday, Dec 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Various locations throughout downtown Savannah
HOW MUCH: No cost to those who volunteer as a docent
CONTACT: Sign up at holidaytour@savannahdna.org
WHAT ELSE: The Holiday Tour of Homes and Inns is offering free tickets to volunteers who serve as docents at tour locations. Docents will be expected to serve a 2-and-½ -hour session and read prepared scripts describing aspects of the homes and inns, and generally assist tour-goers at each location. Docents will have plenty of time to experience the tour once their session is over. Grab some friends and make a day of it!
RAUCUS CAUCUS
WHAT: Skidaway Abigails Holiday Party (members only)
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 9, 5 - 7 p.m.
WHERE: Social Sphere Room at Thrive, 5 Lake St.
HOW MUCH: $20 per person
CONTACT: Email chair@skidawayabigails.org if you are interested in joining the Skidaway Abigails
WHAT ELSE: Reservations are required and are limited to the first 80 people who sign up. Please enter through the main entrance. Appetizers and desserts will be catered by Thrive. Wonderful entertainment featuring the Spectra Choir led by Tegan Miller.
HOLIDAY PARADE
WHAT: Landlovers Toys for Tots Holiday Golf Cart Parade
WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 10, 3 p.m.
WHERE: Carts line up at the TLA building; Parade weaves through the Landings ending at the harbor marina by 4:30 p.m.
CONTACT: Visit www.landingslandlovers.com for updated information and parade route
WHAT ELSE: Join the after-parade party at the Harbor Marina with food trucks, musical entertainment, Santa, and the Landings tree lighting. All are welcome!
CHANUKAH HAPPENING
WHAT: JWOL Chanukah Celebration
WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 10, 7 - 9 p.m.
WHERE: Thrive
HOW MUCH: No charge to JWOL members and significant others
CONTACT: Annette Carnow at abcarnow@icloud.com by December 3 to confirm attendance, as well as the number of people in your party
WHAT ELSE: We will have latkes and dessert, dreidels and songs, and, most importantly, the company of good friends. BYOB, if you wish. If you would like to attend but don’t have transportation, please contact Annette so we can provide a ride.
DIRTY SECRET
WHAT: An Evening @ Skidaway: “22,000 Pieces of Plastic in the Ocean for Every Person on Earth: How Did We Get Here?”
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 12, reception at 6:30 p.m., talk at 7
WHERE: The McGowan Library on the UGA Skidaway Marine Science Campus. To view the program online, visit the UGA Skidaway Institute YouTube channel
HOW MUCH: Free and open to the public
CONTACT: Jay Brandes, 912.598.2361 or jay.brandes@skio.uga.edu
WHAT ELSE: SkIO scientist Jay Brandes explores the rapid increase of plastics filtering into our air, land, rivers, and oceans. The problem is compounded by the production of microplastics, small enough to be inhaled or ingested without notice by humans and other creatures.
BROTHERS (AND SISTERS) IN BLOOD
WHAT: Kiwanis Blood Drive
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1 to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Skidaway Island United Methodist Church hall, 54 Diamond Casueway
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Please visit Red CrossBlood.org and enter SIUMC to schedule an appointment
STITCHIN’ TIME
WHAT: Various projects of members’ choosing
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m.
WHERE: Members homes
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Leslie Matthews, lmatthews50@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: We welcome crafters working on any type of needle projects, from knitting to needlepoint, beading, felting, crewel, and cross stitch. Landlovers membership is required.
DEAR ABBIES
WHAT: Skidaway Abigails December meeting
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 14, 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 West Ridge Rd.
CONTACT: Contact chair@skidawayabigails.org if you are interested in joining the Skidaway Abigails or coming to this meeting as a guest
WHAT ELSE: No guest fee but must be accompanied by an Abigails member. Roger Moss, Savannah Chatham County School Board President, will speak about the challenges of his first year, including the need to improve literacy in elementary schools, and the selection of Dr. Denise Watts as the new superintendent of Savannah and Chatham County schools.
ON THE HOUSE
WHAT: Casual gatherings at members’ homes
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 16, 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: At LL host homes
COST: Free
CONTACT: Becky Dominguez, beckydom61@aol.com, or Connie Rice, csrice1948@gmail.com)
WHAT ELSE: We are looking for people to host at their homes. Please reach out to Becky Dominguez if you would be interested in hosting some of your neighbors for the evening. Guests will be assigned to various homes and bring an appetizer to share and their own libation.
SHALL WE DANCE?
WHAT: Ballroom dance instruction
WHEN: Jan. 8, 7-8:30 pm
WHERE: Skidaway United Methodist Church
HOW MUCH: $15 per person for each session
CONTACT: Marilee Dalbey, 334.797.9952 or marileedalbey@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Get your dancing shoes out and join us to waltz in January. Professional ballroom instructors will teach this partner-style dance. Instruction is from 7-8 p.m., with free dance and line dancing following. Please wear comfortable clothing and hard-sole shoes. You must be a member of Landlovers to attend.
DINNER AND A SHOW
WHAT: Trolley to the Arts, “Classical Mystery Tour”
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 20
WHERE: The Lucas Theater
HOW MUCH: Tickets are on sale now on the LL website; first come, first served - $50/person includes trolley and balcony theater seats (Please note there is no elevator)
CONTACT: Marilee Dalbey, 334-797-9952
WHAT ELSE: Ride with friends from Skidaway to the Lucas Theater to enjoy Four Fabulous Beatles singers accompanied by the Savannah Philharmonic. Trolley departs at 5 p.m. and returns at approximately 10:30 p.m. Attendees will have time to enjoy dinner downtown on their own.
NATURE’S CALLING
WHAT: Coastal expert talk
WHEN: Jan. 18, 4 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 West Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free for FOSA members, $5 for guests, payable online or at the door
CONTACT: friendsofskidawayaudubon@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Attendees are asked to pre-register online at SkidawayAudubon.org. Guest speaker will be Stacia Hendricks, Little St. Simons lodge director and noted naturalist.
SECOND HARVEST
WHAT: Packing groceries for Second Harvest
WHEN: 9 - 11 a.m., Feb. 2, April 5, June 7
WHERE: Second Harvest, 2501 E President St.
CONTACT: Terry Lewis, terrylewis324@gmail.com
HELP AROUND THE HOUSE
WHAT: Habitat for Humanity volunteers wanted
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Tuesdays and Wednesdays, possibly Thursdays
WHERE: locations vary
CONTACT: Mark Piven, 912.598.0323
WHAT ELSE: Prior experience is not necessary. Many volunteers learn on the job and only do whatever they feel comfortable with. Tools are provided.
TAXATION REPRESENTATION
WHAT: Opportunities for volunteer income tax assistance with Neighborhood Improvement Association
WHEN: starting in January, flexible hours from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: several sites in Savannah, Pembroke, Rincon, Richmond Hill and Hinesville
CONTACT: Tiffany Carter, tcarter@niacdc.org or 912.447.5577
WHAT ELSE: This program helps underserved communities by offering free tax preparation. No experience necessary. Volunteers include greeters/screeners and tax preparers
FINANCIAL AID
WHAT: AARP Tax-Aide Program needs volunteers
WHEN: Training in Dec. and Jan.; Tax preparation starts Feb. 1 for 10 weeks; hours and days are flexible
WHERE: Chatham SW and Bull Street Libraries
CONTACT: Volunteer coordinator John Gerardi, 912.661.8705 or johngerardi@hotmail.com
WHAT ELSE: This program provides free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income families, as well as the elderly and people with disabilities. AARP Tax-Aide saves underserved individuals/families millions in preparation fees and helps taxpayers claim millions in refunds, which can be used to reduce poverty. Tax preparers will be trained to become IRS-certified. Volunteers are also needed to help with intake/front desk.
JUST DANCE
WHAT: Dancing for fitness! Great music and stretches complete your workout.
WHEN: 9 - 10 a.m. every Tuesday, beginning Sep. 5
WHERE: Skidaway Island Methodist Church, Bailey Hall
HOW MUCH: $2/monthCONTACT: Marilee Dalby, marileedalby@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: A signed waiver is required for participants.
BUILDING BRIDGES
WHAT: Social bridge game
WHEN: Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., starting Sep. 7
WHERE: the Savannah Bridge Club
HOW MUCH: $6 for members, $7 for non-members
CONTACT: Veronica, 912.598.7217 or Savannah Bridge Club, 912.228.4838
WHAT ELSE: All skill levels welcome. Come alone or with a partner or bridge group.
FRIENDLY WORDS
WHAT: Skidaway Scrabblers
WHEN: Every Thursday afternoon
WHERE: Members’ homes
CONTACT: Cathy White, cathy77024@yahoo.com
WHAT ELSE: We are a happy group of dedicated Scrabble players who enjoy a social game. Join us for a game or two and discover that you, too, may want to be a Skidaway Scrabbler.
DOUBLE YOUR FUN
WHAT: Duplicate Bridge
WHEN: Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Oakridge Dining Room
HOW MUCH: $4 entry fee paid out to top pairs
CONTACT: Steve Fitzgerald, stefitz@bellsouth.net or 912.856.4172
WHAT ELSE: All are welcome. Please let us know ahead of time if you’ll be joining us, as partnerships are assigned randomly ahead of the game.
GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
WHAT: Game Night at Skidaway Community Church
WHEN: 6:30 p.m., 3rd Wednesday of the month
CONTACT: Dr. Joe Crotty, SCC program director – 598.0151, ext. 1104
WHAT ELSE: Join us for an evening of checkers, chess, Trivial Pursuit, group games, and Christian fellowship. To register, visit www. Skidcc.org.
SPEAK EASY
WHAT: Savannah Speech and Hearing Center’s “Speak Easy”
WHEN: Every Friday morning, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Savannah Speech and Hearing Center - 5414 Skidaway Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free and open to the public
CONTACT: Jenna Harcher, 912.355.4601 or jharcher@speechandhearingsav.org
WHAT ELSE: A support group for survivors of stroke or traumatic brain injury and their family or caregivers. Participants work on improving and maintaining skills associated with speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Attendance via video conference is also available upon request.
SHALOM
WHAT: JWOL Membership
HOW MUCH: Annual membership is $20
CONTACT: Phyllis Aaron, 610.203.4393
WHAT ELSE: Mail or tube check to Phyllis at 4 Breakfast Court. Membership entitles each member to share in the many wonderful programs and social events JWOL offers.
ANIMAL ATTRACTION
WHAT: Call for volunteers
WHEN: Flexible hours to meet your needs and schedule, various tasks
WHERE: The Humane Society Thrift Shop, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr.
CONTACT: Volunteer coordinator, Yvonne Hemphill, 603.502.6906
WHAT ELSE: No experience necessary. All proceeds from the thrift shop go to supporting the care of the shelter’s animals.
PET PROJECT
WHAT: Kitten food drive for the Humane Society of Greater Savannah
WHEN: Ongoing
WHERE: Humane Society Adoption Center, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr.
CONTACT: Call Rosemary Longueira at 598.2875 or drop donations at 22 Long Island Road, Oakridge
WHAT ELSE: With so many kittens in foster care, the Humane Society is in need of Fancy Feast canned kitten food, Purina dry kitten chow, and kitten replacement milk (such as KMR) for the neonatal bottle fed kittens. Soft fuzzy blankets would also be appreciated. Donations can be dropped off during normal business hours (Tuesday-Saturday, 1:00-6:00 p.m.) or off-hours in the donation bins outside the Adoption Center on Sallie Mood Drive.
LOSS MITIGATION
WHAT: Pandemic support group meeting
WHEN: Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Library
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Suzanne at St. Peter’s, 598.7242
WHAT ELSE: Many of us have lost friends or family, and pandemic isolation has made dealing with these losses difficult. Dr. Stevens Peirsol will guide the group, offering those who would like to share and find help in processing loss.
FRIENDS OF FRIENDS OF BILL W.
WHAT: Al-Anon
WHEN: Mondays, 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Skidaway Island United Methodist Church
WHAT ELSE: A recovery program for families and friends of people who are struggling with addiction.
FERAL FRIENDSHIP
WHAT: Skidaway Cat Alliance Team
WHEN: Ongoing
WHERE: Skidaway Island and surrounding
CONTACT: To learn more about volunteer opportunities or need help with a feral cat, please email skidawaycats@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/skidawaycatallianceteam
WHAT ELSE: The Skidaway Cat Alliance Team is a group of dedicated animal lovers who provide food, population control (spay/neuter), medical care, and shelter for free-roaming cats in the Skidaway area.
DUEL PURPOSE
WHAT: Skidaway Hamiltons meetings
WHEN: Every third Tuesday of the month, 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, Skidaway Island
HOW MUCH: Free for members of the Skidaway Hamiltons and Skidaway Abigails
CONTACT: HamiltonsMembers@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: To learn more about Skidaway Hamiltons, a non-partisan civic-minded men’s organization, visit skidawayhamiltons.org. See the calendar for past and future speakers.
HOCUS POCUS
WHAT: Landings Magic Society
WHEN: 7:00 p.m., second Thursday of the month, Oct. through May
WHERE: Plantation Club card room
CONTACT: Jim Ruhl, 912.856.3948, jsruhl@gmail.com or Bill Sickels, 912.598.9123 or whsickels@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Anyone with an interest in magic is welcome. Every meeting is instructional, entertaining and enlightening.
BODY AND SOUL
WHAT: Mat Pilates and Sit-Fit exercise classes at Skidaway Island United Methodist Church (SIUMC)
WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Mat Pilates, 9:15-10:10 a.m.; Sit Fit: 10:15-11:10 a.m.
WHERE: Bailey Hall at SIUMC, 54 Diamond Causeway
HOW MUCH: $5 per class for 8 or more classes per month. $6.25 per class for 7 or fewer classes per month.
CONTACT: For more info or to register, call Elena Bennett, ACSM-certified fitness instructor at 404.510.6042
WHAT ELSE: Mat Pilates participants must bring an exercise mat and be able to get up/down from the floor. Sit-Fit participants should wear athletic shoes. Everyone should bring a water bottle.
HORSE SENSE
WHAT: Pegasus Riding Academy volunteers needed
WHERE: Old Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Ave., Savannah
CONTACT: For information and directions, visit www.prasav.org or call 912.547.6482
WHAT ELSE: Pegasus Riding Academy is a therapeutic riding program providing safe, professional and ethical equine-assisted activities for individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist these special children. Horse experience not necessary.
MEETING OF THE MINDS
WHAT: Stroke Survivors
WHEN: Third Thursday of every month, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 West Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Shirley Nack, 598.7047
WHAT ELSE: Share your experiences with stroke survivors. At our meetings we listen and learn what other survivors have accomplished in order to return to an active lifestyle.
WELCOME MAT
WHAT: Learn to create sleeping mats for the homeless from discarded plastic bags
WHEN: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
CONTACT: For project information, DIY videos or to schedule group workshops call Carol Greenberg at 912.355.1238 or MStarArts@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: These mat and pillow sets help divert plastic bags from landfills and waterways while providing comfort to the homeless. All ages can learn to cut the bags into ribbons, tie these together to make plastic yarn. No tools are needed for braiding, crochet hooks cost less than $5 and looms about $10 to make.
IT’S AN HONOR
WHAT: Honor Flight Savannah seeks war veterans and volunteers
CONTACT: honorflightsavannah.org or 912.367.9020
WHAT ELSE: Honor Flight Savannah is offering WW II, Korea, and Vietnam War era veterans living in southeast Georgia and southeastern South Carolina an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., to visit their war memorials. Funding for trips is dependent on contributions from community citizens and businesses.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
WHAT: Boy Scout Troop 57, for boys 10-18
WHEN: Weekly meeting Tuesday 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Skidaway Community Church
CONTACT: BSA office, 912.927.7272
WHAT ELSE: Chartered in 1989, the troop has sponsored 80 Eagle Scouts to date. Weekly meetings, monthly outings (canoeing, canoeing, hiking, kayaking, rafting, backpacking), yearly summer camp and high adventure trips. New Scouts and transfers are welcome.
SHOP TALK
WHAT: Green-Meldrim House Gift Shop - Volunteers Needed
WHEN: Ongoing
WHERE: Green-Meldrim House, 14 W. Macon St. - Madison Square
HOW MUCH: Training provided
CONTACT: Jamie Credle, jcredle@greenmeldrimhouse.org or 912.233.3845
WHAT ELSE: Request for two shifts per month. Please visit GreenMeldrimHouse.org for more information.
BUNCO SQUAD
WHAT: Enjoy a dice game requiring no skill but enjoying a fun night out with friends
WHEN: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:30 pm Begins Oct. 10
WHERE: TLA building on Landings Way South
HOW MUCH: $6 to cover room cost and prizes
CONTACT: Wendy Crowell, wendylwc68@gmail.com or LLbunco2@gmail.com
CAN YOU CANASTA?
WHAT: Max of 24 players. Players must have a basic knowledge of the game.
WHEN: Every Wednesday, 2 - 5 p.m.
WHERE: Marshwood Clubhouse, Skidaway Room
CONTACT: Diane and Paul Bloom, landloverscanasta@gmail.com.
CAUSEWAY CLEAN-UP
WHAT: Keeping the Diamond Causeway Clean of trash
WHEN: 8 a.m., 3rd Saturday of each month, starting Oct. 21
WHERE: Meet at Butterbean Landing parking lot
CONTACT: Courtney Fowler, 912.891.0850 or causewaycleanup@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Please bring work gloves and a safety vest if you have one; a trash-picker works wonders as well. We will provide trash bags. Water is recommended to avoid dehydration.
CARING WITH CASSEROLES
WHAT: Casseroles for Safe Shelter
WHEN: Every 3rd Tuesday
WHERE: Drop off at 2 Moonrise Circle; Other locations TBD
CONTACT: Sue Souls, LLcommservice@gmail.com or smsouls@gmail.com
BATH AND BODY WORKS
WHAT: Landlovers community service toiletry collection
WHEN: ongoing
WHERE: Drop off location is the front porch at 2 Moonrise Circle, Deer Creek
CONTACT: Carol Stiles, carolstiles@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Are you traveling and staying at a hotel? If you have any unused hotel soaps, shampoos, or lotions, please bring them back to Savannah. Share your vacation with Social Apostolate, which works with poor, homeless and disabled people in different ways including providing showers for those in need. No mouthwash or larger sized toiletries, please.
JUST DANCE
WHAT: Dancing for fitness! Great music and stretches complete your workout.
WHEN: 9 - 10 a.m. every Tuesday, beginning Sep. 5
WHERE: Skidaway Island Methodist Church, Bailey Hall
HOW MUCH: $2/month
CONTACT: Marilee Dalby, marileedalby@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: A signed waiver is required for participants.
IN THE CARDS
WHAT: Ladies Bridge
WHEN: 5 - 9 p.m., 1st Wednesday each month, November through April
WHERE: Palmetto Club, arranged through “Catering” at the club.
CONTACT: Bobbi Erwin, berwin234@aol.com; Karen Sellick, ksellick@bellsouth.net; Carol Young, chsy@comcast.net
FORE LADIES ONLY
WHAT: Landlover Ladies 9-Hole Golf Group
WHEN: Tuesdays (Tee times from Chelsea system)
WHERE: Varies each week
HOW MUCH: Only for events that include catering by the club.
CONTACT: Jan Rosenbaum at LandloverLadies9@gmail.com or jesr7915@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Landlover Ladies 9-hole Golf welcomes those who have a basic understanding of the rules, pace of play and have a GHIN number. Our focus is on having fun with a casual get together afterwards. Throughout January, LLL9 will collect large jars (48 ounce size preferred) of peanut butter to donate to the Food Pantry. Our goal is to exceed the 144 pounds donated last year. The Landing Club golf and Landlovers memberships are required.
WALK AND TALK
WHAT: Landlovers walking group
WHEN: Wednesdays and Saturdays
WHERE: Starting places changes monthly; info is on website “Calendar”
CONTACT: Email Bev Dalrymple at bevdal00@gmail.com to sign up
WHAT ELSE: Looking for walking buddies? Join our morning walking group. Walking pace is brisk but “talkable.” This is a great way to get some exercise, see the island and chat with friends. You must be a Landlovers member to participate.
MAGPIE LADIES
WHAT: Landlovers Ladies Discussion Group
WHEN: First Thursday every month, year round, 1-3 p.m.
WHERE: Members homes
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Lisa Olson, lolsonnc@yahoo.com
WHAT ELSE: New members are always welcome, but participants must be members of Landlovers.
MARCO POLO GROUP
WHAT: Landlovers International Group
WHEN: 6:30 p.m., third Monday of the month, October through May,
WHERE: Member homes
CONTACT: Denise Larson, lasondenise8@gmail.com; Elizabeth Cowell, elizcowe@gmail.com; Sue Souls, smsouls@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: The Marco Polo group is for our international friends. If you were born in or have lived at least one year (including an academic year) outside the U.S., you are eligible to join. Attendees are asked to bring an international appetizer to share as well as their own beverage and glass. Must be a Landlovers member. Membership is open to all residents of Skidaway Island.
MATERIAL GIRLS
WHAT: Quilting group; to learn, share experience and complete projects
WHERE: Skidaway Community Church
WHEN: 3rd Thursday of each month, 3 to 5 p.m.
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Janet Smart, maxwellsgal@aol.com; Sandra Grant, sandragrant07@comcast.net; or Donna Nicol, dkn777@aol.com
WHAT ELSE: Whether you are an experienced quilter or new to the craft, please join us for some handwork, conversation and networking. Bring a project you are working on, show and tell, or just plan to socialize. Learn about quilt shops in the area and local quilt guilds. All members of Landlovers who are interested in quilting are welcome.
REEL MEN
WHAT: Landlovers Men’s Action Movies, open to all Skidaway Island residents, not just the Landings
WHEN: We usually see an action movie once a month when a good movie is showing.
HOW MUCH: Movie admission
CONTACT: Dave Robinson, dave.robinson16@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Men’s Action Movies is a friendly gathering of men who want to see movies your wife probably wouldn’t want to see. We will see a late afternoon showing and then go to a modest local eatery. Dinner is optional, RSVPs are appreciated; no dues. Carpool from the Methodist Church. About five days in advance, you will receive information regarding movie and restaurant options. Must be a Landlovers member. Membership is open to all residents of Skidaway Island.
LUNCH BUNCH
WHAT: Landlovers Men’s Lunch
WHERE: Various restaurants around Savannah
WHEN: 2nd Wednesday of each month
HOW MUCH: Based on restaurant
CONTACT: Rick Armstrong, armstrp@hotmail.com or John Holmquist, llmenlunchgroup@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: This is the eighth year of this popular men’s activity. Participants must be members of Landlovers.
ALL ABOARD
WHAT: Mexican Train Dominoes game
WHEN: Every Tuesday, 3 - 5 p.m.
WHERE: Palmetto Club/Byrd Room
CONTACT: Lesa Thompson, lcthompson2761@gmail.com
BRIDGING THE GAP
WHAT: Co-ed Bridge Group
WHEN: every Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
WHERE: Marshwood club/Landings Room
HOW MUCH: $1/person
CONTACT: David Marbry, marbryd@outlook.com
LENS CRAFTERS
WHAT: Landlovers Photography Club
WHEN: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m., third Tuesday of the month October, November, February, March
WHERE: Skidaway Island Methodist Church, Bailey Hall
HOW MUCH: $20 per year
CONTACT: Edgar Yu and Carl Kotheimer, Landloversphotoclub@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Monthly speakers, regular workshops, photo walks/excursions, photo challenges, annual exhibit of our best work, get-togethers with photo enthusiasts at all levels of expertise. Beginners and Smart Phone photographers are welcome!
TOURS AND TRAVEL
WHAT: Landlovers Rambles
HOW MUCH: Entrance fees and lunch.
CONTACT: Kate Kastner, katekastner@icloud.com
WHAT ELSE: Visit local areas of scenic and historical importance. Travel is via carpool. Some degree of walking is always required and will be described with each trip
SHALL WE DANCE?
WHAT: Ballroom Dance Lessons
WHEN: 2nd Monday every month, September through May
WHERE: Skidaway Methodist Church
HOW MUCH: TBD
CONTACT: Marilee Dalby, marileedalby@gmail.com
READ ALL OVER
WHAT: Landlovers Singles Co-ed Book Club
WHEN: 4th Thursday each month, 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Various Landings clubhouses
CONTACT: Marianne Claysmith, claysmith2@aol.com
WHAT ELSE: We read novels and biographies. Members belong to the Landings Club
STITCHIN’ TIME
WHAT: Landlovers Stitch and Bead
WHEN: Tuesdays, 2 – 4 p.m.
WHERE: in member’s homes (announced by email)
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: Leslie Matthews, lmatthews50@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: We welcome crafters working on any type of needle projects, from knitting to needlepoint, beading, felting, crewel and cross stitch. Landlovers membership is required. Contact to be added to our email list.