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Calendar 2022

LWRWC 2022 Calendar >>

Last Update May 16, 2022.

Meeting Highlights 2021

  • Annual Meeting 1/14/2021
  • Domestic Violence 3/11/2021
  • Flight 99 Heroes 4/8/2021
  • Mazone 11/10/2021
  • Our Differences 5/13/2021
  • Sarasota Opera 2/10/2021

Meeting Highlights 2022

  • Annual Meeting 1/6/2022
  • Good for Heart 2/10/2022
  • Habitat for Humanity 4/13/2022
  • Sarasota Opera 3/10/2022

Events 2021

  • Ball Game 8/21/2021
  • Fashion Show 10/13/2021
  • Holiday Market 12/9/2021
  • New Members 8/26/2021
  • Oil Tasting 11/15/2021
  • Ringling Stroll 12/16/2021

Events 2022

  • New Member Meet 3/10/2022
  • Polo 1/23/2022
  • Sip and Saddle 3/28/2022
  • Ybor City Tour 2/24/2022

Philanthropy

  • CGF Fundraier 11/10/2021
  • Charity Art Sale 3/26/2022
  • Committee 2022
  • Hope Fundraiser 10/2/2021
  • Scholarship Recipient 4/13/2022
  • Snack-nado 2/22-3/12/2021
  • Solve Gala 10/9/2021
  • Solve Home Tour 11/12/2021
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Nature Walkers

DATE:  Saturday , May 21

TIME:  8:30am

LOCATION:: Heritage Harbour Central Park, 940 River Heritage Blvd., Bradenton 34212 (located behind Costco’s off R64) – Meet in the parking lot by the light house. The path is fully paved and shaded. After walking, we will discuss breakfast options for those who would like to stay.

CONTACT: Anne Parker (by May 16), parker.annemarie@gmail.com, 806-604-4488 (cell plz text)

Canasta

DATES and TIME:  
05/12/22 1:00pm – 3:30pm
05/26/22 12:30 – 3:00pm
06/09/22 1:00pm – 3:30pm
06/23/22 12:30 – 3:00pm

LOCATION:  LWR Town Hall

Canasta is open to beginners as well as experienced players.  American Canasta Rules will be played. Maximum number of players:  20.

CONTACT:  Helene Levin, helene1121@gmail.com

Blankets 4 Babies

DATES:  Fourth Tuesday of the Month

TIME:  12:30 – 2:30pm

LOCATION:  LWR Town Hall

Members create handmade blankets (quilted, knitted, crocheted) to be donated to our charities.  NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY — WE CAN TEACH YOU!

CONTACT:  Linda Stone at lindastone12319@gmail.com

Singles Happy Hour

DATE:  Wednesday, May 18, 2022; Thursday, June 16, 2022

TIME:  5:30 PM

LOCATION:Cassariano’s, Bourbon & Bones

Happy Hour for LWRWC members who are interested in meeting other members who are single, widowed or divorced.

CONTACT: RSVP Debbie Maggi Thomas (dmaggithomas@gmail.com) RSVP required

Yoga

DATES:  May 12, May 26, June 9

TIME:  10:00am

LOCATION:  LWR Town Hall North

Yoga for all, led by certified yoga instructor (also a LWRWC member).  Focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body.  All levels are welcome for one hour session.

CONTACT: Pam Szabo, pamelaszabo@gmail.com

Book Club

DATES:  May 19, June 16, July 21

TIME:  7:00pm

LOCATION:  LWR Tennis Center

Read and discuss with the group different genres of books chosen by the group.

May 19 we will discuss “Shuggie Bain” by Douglas Stuart, Laurie Zelen leader.

June 16 we will discuss “The Golden Couple” by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen, Kristin Sciuto leader.

July 21 we will discuss “The Queen’s Secret – A Novel of England’s WWII Queen” by Karen Harper.

CONTACT: Mary Beth Steffens, msteffens@tampabay.rr.com

Ladies Golf

DATES:  Every Monday

TIME:  3:00pm

LOCATION:  Legacy Golf Course, 8255 Legacy Blvd.

Enjoy a round of golf with other LWRWC members. Fee is $40 to be paid at arrival. Must register with Eileen at least 8 days before to ensure a tee time.

CONTACT:  Eileen Buzzard, ebuzzard99@gmail.com, 716-984-8563

Females & Financial Planning

DATES:  May 5, July 7, Sept. 20, Nov. 3

TIME:  11:00am – 12:30pm

LOCATION:  LWR Town Hall

A series of sessions specifically tailored to our membership that is lead by a new member with an extensive background in financial services (over 30 years in fnancial services industry).  Seminars focus on what women need to know to be in control of their income, expenses, and investments.  Sessions are informational only.  No products will be offered or sold, and no advice will be given.

CONTACT:  RSVP by Tuesday, 5/3, Jill Perlin, jbperlinfl@gmail.com

Movie Goers

Enjoy the cinema with other movie lovers in a casual, friendly atmosphere.  We meet for lunch at a local LWR downtown restaurant, followed by a movie of choice at the LWR Cinema. Come for lunch and/or the movie based on your schedule – join us whenever you can! 

Meets: Third Friday of the Month 
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: LWR Cinema

Contact: Sharon O’Toole at 952-454-1200 or 952-454-1200

Very Impressive Performances

DATES:  May 6

TIME:8:00 PM

LOCATION:  Sarasota Orchestra at Ed Smith Stadium

Open to members who are interested in the Arts.  We will attend events, concerts, and museums.

CONTACT: Monika Templeman, templeman@gmail.com or Helene Levin, helene1121@gmail.com

Lady Bikers

CURRENTLY ON TEMPORARY HIATUS — CHECK BACK FOR MORE INFO

DESCRIPTION:  Enjoy a morning bike ride on pavement at a comfortable pace for about an hour and a half.  Those who want to do less can stop at any time.  We make sure everyone bikes with a buddy.  There will be no minimum or maximum number of people.  The goal is to make this a fun exercise!

Kayaking

DATE:  TBA Weather Permitting

TIME:  Usually Launches at 9:00am

LOCATION:  Meet at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park, 946 Siesta Dr., Sarasota

Fee is $30 per person for a single; $25 per person for a double.  If you have your own kayak, the cost will be $10.  We can take 8 singles and 2 doubles and fee can be paid at launch time.

CONTACT:  Kathy Lane, kathy_lane@hotmail.com, 941-704-8799 (cell), 941-896-6927 (home)

Beading

Join with other creative souls! Every skill level is welcome. Bring your current project, start a new one, or have a look around the store for some inspiration. LWR Group is limited to 16 members at a time.

Meets: First Monday of each month
Next meeting: ON TEMPORARY HIATUS
Location: Knot Awl Beads –8111 Main Street Suite J106

Contact: LOOKING FOR NEW CONTACT PERSON

Mazzone Olive Oil

Monday, November 15, 2021
6:30-8:30 pm or thereabouts
6300 So. Tamiami Trail #3, Sarasota
(north of Stickney Point, right on Tamiami Trail)

Enjoy a flavor-filled evening tasting Award Winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Wine from the Mazzone groves and vineyards of Puglia, Italy! Exclusive to the Lakewood Ranch Women’s Club, come step into Italy for an evening and learn about this family owned treasure right here in Sarasota. You will be treated to 4 Italian wine samples, homemade Italian appetizers, an olive oil tasting experience, and a dessert.

This event will have a maximum capacity of 25 people. The cost is $27.
(Gratuity is additional and deeply appreciated.) Payment to be made at the event.

The full Italian wine and Italian craft beer selection will be available for purchase by the bottle or glass if you would like to enjoy more than the tasting. The store will be open to the LWRWC only during the event.

Reserve by calling Mazzone Olive Oil Monday through Friday between 10 am and 5 pm at 941-927-6573. Registration closes at 5 pm on November 11. Minimum 10 people. Maximum 25. Contact: Amy at 941-927-6573 or amy@mazzoneoliveoil.com for questions

After you have reserved a spot with Mazzone’s, email or text Regina Napoli so she has a count of how many are attending- napoli.regina@gmail.com 917-553-7487

DROP OFF LOCATIONS

DROP OFF LOCATIONS

Carol Belmont, 7640 Haddington Cove, LWR (CCE)

Cheryl Breining, 13861 Siena Loop, LWR (CCW)

Eileen Buzzard, 7322 Greystone, LWR (CCW)

Mary Lee Danahy, 7701 US Open Loop (CCW)(Gleneagles)

Trish Newman, 13052 Sorrento Way, LWR (Esplanade)

WHAT IS NEEDED

WHAT IS NEEDED

Towels and Robes
Teddy Bears
Toiletries such as kid’s toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, soaps
Pillows and pillowcases
Bean Bag chairs, TV Snuggles,
Board games or Floor Games such as checkers
Kid Friendly Snacks such as cereal, Chex Mix, Pop-Tarts, Applesauce, Canned Fruits, Granola Bars, Spaghetti-O’s, Pirates Booty, Goldfish crackers, packaged crackers.

PLEASE BE AWARE OF EXPIRATION DATES!!!

Grocery gift cards and monetary donations are also welcome. Please make checks payable to Children’s Guardian Fund, Inc. This is a tax deductible donation as they are a 501(c)3.

CHECKS

Send to Trish Newman
13052 Sorrento Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211

SIG Leaders

Beading: Joan Lawrence Lawrence-lawr.joan@gmail.com
Kayaking: Kathy Wingfield kwingfield19@gmail.com
Blankets 4 Babies: Linda Stone lindastone12319@gmail.com
Lady Bikers: Arminee Bowler armineebowler@aol.com
Book Club: Marybeth Steffans msteffans@tampabay.rr.com
Movie Group: Sharon O’Toolesaotoole@cbburnet.com
Bowling: Claudia Dombrow cdombrow613@gmai.com
Needlecraft:DebAyres debayres5100@gmail.com
Cooking: Amy Gorman asullivangorman@gmail.com
Community Volunteers: Helene Levin helene1121@gmail.com
Healthy Walkers: Helene Levin helene1121@gmail.com
Very Inspiring Performances: Monika Templeman MTemplemam@lwrwc.org

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