The Definitive Voice
of Skidaway Island
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ISLAND HOPPING – March 7, 2025
HEAR GREAT SPEAKERS
WHAT: Kiwanis Club of Skidaway
WHEN: Thursday mornings at 8 a.m.
WHERE: Palmetto Club
HOW MUCH: Free to attend, including any refreshments, which includes coffee/tea (compliments of Morgan Stanley) and occasional pastries from Auspicious Bakery.
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 Jody 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.
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STRONG SUPPORT
WHAT: 12-Week Grief Support Group
WHEN: Fridays 3:30 - 5 p.m., Jan. 31 – April 18
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 West Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: $20 for books
CONTACT: For information and registration, Rev. Karen Scheib, kdsspin54@gmail.com, or MessiahSK@gmail.com, or call the church at 912.598.1188
WHAT ELSE: Co-led by Rev. Dr. Karen Scheib and Diane Munroe, using the book, Understanding Your Grief, and the accompanying journal by Dr. Alan Wolfelt, director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition (centerforloss.com). Open to adults in the community who have experienced the death of spouse, life partner, parent, adult child, relative, or friend in the last two years. Maximum group size is 12.
CREATIVE CULTURE
WHAT: Savannah Jewish Cultural Arts Festival
WHEN: Feb. 26 - March 13
WHERE: savj.org/sjcaf for a full calendar of events
CONTACT: For additional information, please contact Sam Friedman at 912.355.8111 or Sam@savj.org
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TO MARKET, TO MARKET
WHAT: Landlovers Annual Flea Market
WHEN: Saturday, March 8, 9 a.m. to 1 pm.
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: $5 admission; under 15 - free
CONTACT: Janie Florenz, janie1040@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Intake for your Flea Market quality donations at Messiah Lutheran on Thursday, March 6, 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Friday, March 7, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Contact Maura McGarry at LLFMVolunteers@gmail.com to volunteer.
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WHAT A RELIEF
WHAT: 19th annual Landings Military Family Relief Fund (LMRF) golf event
WHEN: Monday, March 10, 9 a.m. shotgun start
WHERE: Palmetto and Terrapin Point Golf Courses
CONTACT: Trish Potts: 912.656.4750 or tpotts126@comcast.net
WHAT ELSE: Please register on the club website under Club Golf Events.
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DEAR ABBIES
WHAT: Skidaway Abigails March meeting (members only)
WHEN: Thursday, March 13, 3:15 p.m. check-in
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church, 1 W. Ridge Rd.
CONTACT: skidawayabigails.org.
WHAT ELSE: Skidaway Abigails will be hosting a panel discussion on the challenges immigrant children currently face in their neighborhoods and public schools.
AUCTION ACTION
WHAT: Landlovers Auctionmania
WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 5 p.m.; auction closes at 7 p.m. sharp
WHERE: Palmetto Ballroom
HOW MUCH: Free to all Landings residents
CONTACT: LandingsLandlovers.com or Judi Threlfall at landloversfunding@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Join us at Auctionmania where hundreds of unique and high-value items will be sold at Landlovers silent auction. Items must be picked up the night of the auction before 7:30 p.m. If you’d like to donate unique, valuable items, you can bring them to the Flea Market intake, scheduled for March 6 and 7. To donate before March, please contact fleamarketintake@gmail.com.
POSTAL PEOPLE
WHAT: Landings Stamp Club
WHEN: Friday March 14, 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.
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FEMININE SIDE
WHAT: AmiciMusic presents “A Woman’s Voice”
WHEN: Monday, March 17, 6 p.m.
WHERE: The home of Maaja Roos, 252 Wiley Bottom Rd.
HOW MUCH: $30/person, which includes light food and drinks
CONTACT: For more info, visit www.amicimusic.org
WHAT ELSE: The mission of AmiciMusic is to perform the highest quality music in intimate and non-traditional venues to make chamber music more accessible to all. Programs are informal, relaxed, thematic, and educational to break down barriers between performers and audiences through fun and informative talks, putting the music into socio-historical context. Performance features work for violin and piano by women composers.
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WELL READ
WHAT: Book club
WHEN: Tuesday, March 18, 4 p.m.
WHERE: Members’ homes
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: claysmith2@aol.com
WHAT ELSE: A new book club: The first book is Elon by Walter Isaacson.
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LIVELY LANDSCAPES
WHAT: “Gardening for Butterflies”
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 4 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 2 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: free for FOSA members, $5 for guests
CONTACT: FOSA@skidawayaudubon.org
WHAT ELSE: Local landscaper John Glenn will speak on landscaping for butterflies and other pollinators. Attendees, pre-register online at SkidawayAudubon.org.
CONNECTICUT CONNECTIONS
WHAT: Connecticut Nutmeggers meeting
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 5 to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Delegal Sunset Pavillion
CONTACT: Amy Zabin, amyzabin@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Anyone who has lived in Connecticut is invited for gather for a fun evening of connection and cocktails. Please bring a favorite drink for yourself and an appetizer to share. We will have ice, paper goods, nametags, and mixers.
DEMOCRATIC PROCESS
WHAT: Skidaway Island Democrats meeting
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Landings Association, 600 Landings Way South
WHAT ELSE: Speakers are Mayor Van Johnson discussing his role on the DNC, and Rebecca Rolfes, one of the founders of the League of Women Voters Coastal Georgia, talking about the results of the 2025 legislative session. If you are not a resident of The Landings, please email rwmackey1@gmail.com to arrange a gate pass.
SEAS THE OPPORTUNITY
WHAT: Basic Boating Course
WHEN: Saturday, March 22, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: White Bluff Presbyterian Church, Joy Classroom, 10710 White Bluff Rd.
HOW MUCH: $75 ($25/person for additional family sharing the text)
CONTACT: To register, visit abclubsavannah.org/upcoming-classes
WHAT ELSE: Learn what you need to know in this course approved by NASBLA and Georgia DNR, presented by certified instructors from Savannah’s unit of the U.S. Power Squadrons. Scholarships available for youth 12 – 17.
FORE THE CHILDREN
WHAT: The One Hundred Children’s Foundation Golf Ball Drop
WHEN: March 24, 6 p.m.
WHERE: Marshwood Club, The Landings
HOW MUCH: Golf ball raffle ticket – $100; Event dinner ticket – $125
WHAT ELSE: Open seating, dining, live band, and more. Closest to the hole wins $2,500, second place wins $1,500, third wins $1,000. All proceeds go toward replenishing The OHCF grants fund.
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BIG LITTLE VOICES
WHAT: Youth Choir, First United Methodist Church of Cuyahoga Falls, OH
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, 7 p.m.
WHERE: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 W. Ridge Rd.
HOW MUCH: Free and open to the public
CONTACT: For more information, please visit www.SaintPetersSav.org
WHAT ELSE: This year’s concert program entitled “How Can I Keep From Singing?” features music by Gywneth Walker, selections from John Leavitt’s “Missa Festiva,” and various choral anthems and spirituals by composers including Craig Courtney, Mark Miller, Joel Raney, Pepper Choplin, Ken Medema, Irene Martin, and Gilbert Martin. The Epworth Ringers will also perform.
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MOON RIVER MERRIMENT
WHAT: Mile Marker Party on Moon River
WHEN: Thursday, March 27, 6 - 9 p.m.
WHERE: Bethesda Pavilion, 9520 Ferguson Ave.
HOW MUCH: $100, tickets available at onehundredmiles.org/mmp-moonriver
CONTACT: Virginia Zart, virginia@onehundredmiles.org
WHAT ELSE: One Hundred Miles inaugural Mile Marker Party will be an unforgettable evening under the oaks along the Moon River – complete with food, drinks, music, and an auction full of local treasures. Connect with others passionate about protecting Georgia’s 100-mile coast though advocacy, education, and community engagement.
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FORE EYES
WHAT: 10th annual JIT “FORE Vision” charity golf tournament
WHEN: Monday, April 14, registration - 8:30 a.m.; shotgun start 10 a.m.
WHERE: Palmetto and Terrapin courses at the Landings
HOW MUCH: $600 per 4-player team or $150 per person
CONTACT: Leslie Eatherly, 931.205.3725
WHAT ELSE: The tournament benefits the Savannah Center for Blind and Low Vision, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals across 29 counties in coastal Georgia. The SCBLV provides vital services and programs that help improve independence, self-sufficiency, and quality of life.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
WHAT: Community Seder and Meal and Maundy Thursday Service
WHEN: Thursday, April 17, 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. (Seder and meal), with Maundy Thursday service immediately following (7:15 to 8)
WHERE: Liston Hall, Skidaway Community Church
HOW MUCH: A donation of $20/person is requested to offset food costs
CONTACT: Skidaway Community Church, 912.598.0151
WHAT ELSE: Rabbi Robert Haas of Congregation of Mickve Israel joins Pastor Jon Hauerwas to share their respective religious histories and traditions in hope of furthering compassion for and understanding of two of the world’s leading faiths. Attend portions or the entire service.
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SPRING SAIL
WHAT: Basic sailing class, sponsored by the Landings Sailing Club
WHEN: Saturday, May 10 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., plus four hours on the water
WHERE: TLA Meeting Room, 600 Landings Way South
HOW MUCH: $100, of which $25 of which will be refunded if you join TLSC within 30 days
CONTACT: Angela Margolit - amargolit@hotmail.com, 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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HABITAT HELPERS
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.
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READY TO MINGLE
WHAT: The Landings Singles Club
WHEN: Once monthly
WHERE: Deer Creek Club at the Landings
CONTACT: Email skidawaysingles@gmail.com to add your name to our direct email list for updates and events
WHAT ELSE: All club members are welcome to meet and socialize with single Skidaway neighbors.
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TEE FOR TWO
WHAT: Landings Couples Golf Association
WHEN: Monthly events all year
WHERE: The Landings Club
CONTACT: Sam Story, scstoryjr@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Landings Club Golf members may sign up now for monthly events through the club website or club app. While many events fill to capacity, don’t forget there is an active wait list for cancellations. Our monthly tournaments include a social event and/or dinner afterwards, available even if you’re not playing. To sign up for the social event only, visit the Events tab on the LCGA website.
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PET PANTRY
WHAT: Humane Society of Greater Savannah pet food pantry
WHEN: ongoing, but temporary
WHERE: Humane Society of Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr., Savannah
HOW MUCH: Free
CONTACT: For more information, email petfoodpantry@humanesocietysav.org.
WHAT ELSE: The pet food pantry is a temporary, free resources to Chatham County residents to help keep pets in their homes and out of the shelter. Donations of unopened cat, dog, puppy and kitten food can be dropped off at the adoption center in gray bins located in the back parking lot by the thrift store.
CHILD FRIENDLY
WHAT: Join the One Hundred Children’s Foundation
WHERE: www.theonehundredchildrensfoundation.org
HOW MUCH: $100 annually
CONTACT: Sue Souls and Carol Stiles at theohcfmembership@gmail.com
WHAT ELSE: Join an organization that promotes the health, education, and well-being of children in coastal Georgia and South Carolina.
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.
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: Thursdays at 5:30 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 Methodist Church (SIMC)
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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
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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.
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: Bernadette Maffei, bmaffei@comcast.net
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.
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.
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
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.