April 2015
From The President
New Neighbors Members,
Spring has sprung! This is definitely the most beautiful season at The Landings as all of our
magnificent trees and flowers come into their most glorious. Whether the first or forty-first Spring
season as a resident of The Landings, we’re all overwhelmed yet again by the loveliness around us.
This period of re-birth and growth and planning is also time to explore your new community.
Skidaway locales that you may not have visited: Skidaway Farm Community Garden, the Marshwood
Tower, the Oak Ridge Gazebo, the University of Georgia Marine Extension Service and Aquarium, the
Skidaway Island State Park. All lovely on a Spring day!
April events both here and “over the bridge” for your consideration: New Neighbors gala Rockin’
The Club will be a fun night of dining and dancing, and Wild Women’s Amazing Race (Captain Brannigan’s
Treasure) will have us traversing the cart paths hunting for clues and answering challenging riddles. The
Landover’s’ Croquet and Cocktails promises to be a unique social gathering. The Savannah Music
Festival’s performances continue with terrific variety and eclectic presentations, while the Savannah
Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus has programmed both classical and pop this month. The Telfair
Museum hosts a Pop Art Pop-Up Party, as well as In Living Color, a Free Family Fun Day with an Andy
Warhol exhibit. Consider a visit to the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, where both the building and
the models are fascinating, or the Pin Point Heritage Museum, just up the road from The Landings with a
look into the Gullah community’s history. The Savannah Sand Gnats baseball season kicks off this month
at historic Grayson Stadium. And what a fantastic time for a stroll through Forsyth Park!
Spring also means the re-opening of the Marshwood Club’s Cabana Bar, the terrific spot where so
many New Neighbors - who are members of The Landings Club - gather on Thursday evenings to socialize
and introduce themselves to our newest residents. While this is not a NN activity, you’ll find many, many
members gathering for good times and great conversation.
Aren’t you glad you chose The Landings for the rest and very best of your life?
Maryce
FROM YOUR ACTIVITY CHAIRS
THE MEMO
Hibernation has ended and Spring (March 20th) is knocking on the door. Put away those earflap toboggans
and join new friends for some warm weather activities. Walking, biking, *pickleball, *golf, *Cabana Bar,
nature walks, sunsets at a marina, the list is endless.
Dust off your Blue Suede Shoes and get ready to “feel good!!” Our year end social is April 17th and open
to all New Neighbors. Come “Rock the House” with lots of friends.
May 15th is the date for the closing luncheon when we say “so long” to the class of 2015 and set the stage
for our kickoff luncheon September 25th.
And the fun just keeps on comin’…………….
ENJOY!!
Connie Kulp & Wyndie Eberle Activity
Coordinators [email protected]
[email protected]
*REMINDER: Please make all checks to New Neighbors, LLC. Always include your
email address and phone number on the check.*
*In order to be fair to all New Neighbors, a check received before the start date for sign-up cannot be
honored. The activity chair will make arrangements for the check to be returned or shredded as
requested.
*Activities charging a fee to attend will have a “no-refund” policy. If there is a wait list and you can be
replaced, you will be allowed to cancel.
*A *CP notation next to an activity indicates that The Landings Club policy on non-member usage must
be observed. See the club rules link on the NN website. Please become familiar with the Club Rules so
that all NN activities remain in compliance.
* As stated in the Club Rules, activities are not allowed to bring refreshments into club facilities.
*You must have a completed Hold Harmless form on file with New Neighbors to participate in any
activity.
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Rockin’
the Club
New Neighbor Gala Registration
April 17, 2015, 6:30pm, Plantation Ballroom
Cost: $62 per person Attire: Cocktail
Registration: Opens March 15, Closes April 8 No refunds after April 10.
All NN Welcome. You do not have to be a club member to participate.
Gather a table of NN friends (Maximum of 10)
Choose a captain. Captain should 1. list people at table 2. collect checks for $62.00 per person 3. tube list of
people and checks to: Bonnie Kelly, 1 Caisson Crossing, MW
Tables of 10. Individual couples will be seated.
Checks payable to New Neighbors, LLC. Include telephone number and email on check.
Tube checks to Bonnie Kelly, 1 Caisson Crossing, MW Questions? Eileen Holliday 598-2795, [email protected]
Entrée: Surf and turf—If you have special dietary needs, please specify on form.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Name of Captain (Please print all names)_________________________________________________
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Welcome New Neighbors
Grant & Tanya Buchanan
5 Sea Eagle Ct, DC
Georgetown, Canada
Maureen Craig
3 Daybreak Ln, MR
Savannah, GA
Cliff & Tatia Draughn
11 Breakfast Ct, OR
Savannah & Rincon, GA
Joseph Lovas
14 Beck’s Retreat, PL
Manhasset, NY
Jim & Jane Van Epps
1 Sea Watch Dr, SP
San Francisco, CA
DINING ACTIVITIES
BREAKFAST CLUB-Huey’s on River Street
When: Wednesday, April 15
Our last breakfast outing will be at one of our favorite restaurants—Huey’s on historic
River Street. Huey’s is located in a cotton warehouse built in 1817 and serves authentic
New Orleans cuisine, including world famous beignets. Watch the container ships power by
as you eat with your breakfast friends this spring.
Cost: Just the cost of your breakfast
Where: Meet at the Methodist Church at
8:00am (NOTE the earlier time) to carpool.
Sign up: Begins immediately. Email [email protected]
Contact information: Heather Pickerill, 598-9971, or Bonnie Kelly, 303-249-2127.
GOURMET - Tapas Night
When: May 16, 6:30 pm
The last Gourmet Supper Club of the season will feature tapas by noted Spanish chef Jose
Andres. Wine and other beverages will be provided.
Cost: $15 per person
Where: Delegal Marina Sunset Pavilion
Sign up: Registration begins on April 1 and will continue until the limit is reached. Checks
should be tubed to Marti Welsh at 27 Mainsail Crossing, PL. Please note date and time on
the envelope.
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LADIES’ LUNCH BUNCH-Rancho Alegre
402 Martin Luther King Boulevard
When: Monday, April 27, 12:00 pm
Authentic Cuban and South American food that tastes fresh and homemade. We will have
space for all who want to attend.
Cost: $8-$17- individual checks will be
issued.
Where: Meet at the Methodist Church at
11:15 am to carpool.
Sign up: Begins immediately through Tuesday, April 24, at [email protected]
Note: If this is the 1st lunch you are attending, please indicate if you have a permanent
nametag.
Contact information: Susan Arraiz, [email protected] , 598-2237, Kathi Siegel,
[email protected] , 777-4054, [email protected] , 810-599-8882.
POTLUCK DINNER
When: Saturday, April 4th
Please join your new neighbors for a Pot Luck dinner at a host home and meet new people in
a smaller group setting while enjoying good food and conversation.
Cost: A host home will be assigned and you will be contacted directly about your
contribution to the menu. In addition, please bring your choice of beverage.
Sign up deadline: Deadline to sign up for the dinner is Tuesday, March 24. Sign up by
emailing [email protected]. We would like everyone to host some time
during the year, so please indicate in your email if you can host.
Contact information: Susan Helms, 344-4421, Bobbie Vittery, 598-9539, or Elsa
Lindenschmidt, 777-7071.
MEN’S BREAKFAST (BAM: Breakfast
Among Men) *CP
When:1st Tuesday of every month – 7:30 am
to 9:00 am
Enjoy a relaxing start to your day as you catch up with old friends, make new acquaintances
and enjoy a tasty breakfast creation by Chef Jamar and his excellent staff.
Cost:Maximum of $10 to your account
Where: Marshwood Club
Sign up: 5 days prior to each breakfast date
Contact information: To be added to the mailing list, send an email to
[email protected] or contact Peter Pickerill, [email protected] , 5989971,
or Charlie Arraiz, [email protected] , 598-2237.
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MEN’s LUNCH
When: 3rd Monday of the month
Enjoy new friends, a pleasant (approximately 2 hour) interlude, and good food at various
restaurants in and around Savannah.
Cost: Individual checks will be issued. It is
Where: Meet at the Methodist Church at
best to bring cash to expedite checkout.
10:45 am for carpooling.
Contact information: To be added to the regular mailing list, learn about each month’s
destination, and reserve a place for any given Monday, contact Jay Gould,
[email protected] , 656-6974, Mike Staman, [email protected] , 4784742323, or Ed Crossin, [email protected] , 856-906-0135.
TOURS
MILITARY TOURS – CIVIL WAR IN
SAVANNAH – THE MOVIE
When: Tuesday, April 14, at 3:30 pm
April is the sesquicentennial of the end of the Civil War. Join us to view local
filmmaker/historian Michael L. Jordan’s 90-minute award winning film that highlights
events and people who played a role in Savannah’s Civil War story. The film includes
countless rare historic images and interviews with numerous historians and experts to
make this pivotal period in Savannah's history come alive. Dozens of local actors will
introduce viewers to the fascinating people who witnessed the events as they occurred.
Characters include Suzie King Taylor, the only African-American woman to keep a journal
during the war, and Francis Bartow, who suggested gray as the Confederate military
uniform color. Learn about the massive prisoner-of-war camp that housed thousands of
Union prisoners in Forsyth Park, the dramatic battle between ironclad warships in Ossabaw
Sound and other key events. The film was shown in December at both the Telfair Museum
and The Learning Center of SCI. Women and Men are Welcome! A short preview of the
film is available at: www.civilwar-savannah.com
Cost: $10/person, which includes light
Where: Plantation Club Library
appetizers. A Member/Cash bar will be
available
Sign up: Begins March 23 and ends April 4. Please tube your check to Bill Donohue, 3
Whimbrel Court, PL. Please include your email address and phone number on the check.
Contact information: Doug Eberle, [email protected], 349-5915 or Bill Donohue,
[email protected], 349-3291.
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HISTORIC TOURS - Jekyll Island and
Hofwyl - Broadfield Plantation
When: Wednesday, April 22
Won't you join us on a motor coach trip to the beautiful Golden Isles? Our first stop, the
Hofwyl - Broadfield Plantation, is a true representation of the history and culture of
Georgia's rice coast. In the early 1800's, this plantation was carved from the marshes
along the Altamaha River. The plantation and its inhabitants were part of the genteel low
country society that developed during the antebellum period. We will visit a museum and
see a brief film on its history before taking a guided tour of the house. Then on to Jekyll
Island to take a 90 minute tram tour of “Millionaire’s Village." You will experience the once
famous retreat for prominent American tycoons, including the Morgans, Rockefellers, and
Vanderbilts. Lunch follows at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel founded in 1886 for
the rich and famous.
Cost: $93 per person inclusive. The tour is
Where: Meet at the Methodist Church at
limited to 49 people. Minimum of 40 is
7:45 am to carpool to JEA parking lot on
required. NOTE: No refunds unless you have Abercorn St. Directions will be given to
a substitute or there is a wait list.
drivers. We will arrive back to Savannah at
4:00 pm.
Sign up: BEGINS IMMEDIATELY and CLOSES MARCH 25. Please make one menu choice
from the following;
Marinated London Broil with mushroom bordelaise sauce, mashed potatoes and
vegetable,
•
Mahi Mahi Po Boy with coleslaw side
Chicken Asiago served with capellini marinara and vegetable.
Dessert is Chocolate Decadence. Mail or tube check to Linda Dew, 38 Sundew Rd. PLEASE
NOTE: Please include your telephone number, email address, and your lunch selection!
Contact information: Pat Mayo, [email protected] , Linda Dew, [email protected] ,
or Raine Theis, [email protected] .
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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
INTERNATIONAL
When: Monday, April 6, 6:30-8:30 pm
We will share experiences of living internationally and now at the Landings.
Cost: Bring your favorite beverage plus glass, Where: at the home of Barbara and Peter
and goodies to taste.
Pilzer, 6 Ghost Crab Court, OR
Sign up: RSVP to Peter Pickerill at [email protected] .
Contact information: Elizabeth Cote, [email protected], 646-491-1098,
Heather Pickerill, [email protected], or Carol Brown, [email protected],
3358853.
BOOK CLUB
When: Afternoons or evenings
Want to discover new reads and engage in interesting discussions? Join other book lovers
at one of three newly launched book clubs. Email us to find a monthly book group to suit
your schedule. Tell us whether you’d prefer a ladies group meeting Wednesday afternoons,
another ladies group on Monday evenings, or a couples group meeting weekday evenings. All
are anxious to welcome new members.
Contact information: Marti Welsh and Patty Koch at [email protected].
NEEDLE ARTS
When: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 3:00
pm to 5:00 pm
Join other New Neighbors as they Needlepoint, Knit, Crochet, Cross Stitch, or sew.
Cost: Just bring the project you are
working on
Where: Kathy Silbert's house: 24 Cabbage
Crossing, OR
Contact information: Kathy Silbert, [email protected], 598-9566, or Alice LaVigne,
[email protected], 598-9694.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
AMERICA’S SECOND HARVEST of
When: April 4
Coastal Georgia
Plan to join us for a morning at America’s Second Harvest packing food boxes for needy
seniors in the Coastal area. No skill is required, just a caring heart. About 20 New
Neighbors are needed for these Saturday mornings.
Cost: None
Where: Meet at 8:15 am in the Methodist
Church Parking lot to carpool.
Sign up: Sign-ups are now being accepted for April 4th. E-mail
[email protected] and mention “America’s Second Harvest” to sign up.
Contact information: Anne-Marie Darsney, [email protected], 598-1465, or Joanne
Taylor, [email protected], 810-599-8882.
When April 28, May 26 and June 30 – in the
early afternoon.
CAKES FOR KIDS
We are looking 3 months ahead for volunteers to bake and decorate cupcakes for the
children in Savannah's Safe Shelter (center for domestic violence services). Can you spare
one hour during the afternoons to brighten their birthdays and to decorate cupcakes at a
host's home? Could you also host on one these dates?
Cost: Cake, icing and decorating ingredients
Where: Different members’ homes
Sign up: Email [email protected] and mention “Cakes for Kids,” letting us
know which of the dates work for you and whether you can be an “Icing Home.”
Contact information: Heather Pickerill, [email protected], or Merri Blum,
[email protected].
SPORTS
GOLF – MEN’S 18 HOLES *CP
When: Every Wednesday, arranged tee
times
Come and enjoy golf and get to know fellow New Neighbors golfers. We encourage all NN
men with an established Landings handicap index of 29.9 (approximate 30-32 handicap) or
less to come join us.
Cost: Weekly fee of $5 used for prizes
Where: Landings Golf Courses
Contact information: If you are interested or have a question contact Mike Munro,
[email protected] .
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GOLF – WOMEN’S 18 HOLE *CP
When: Every Thursday, arranged tee times
Have fun, relax and play some golf! We welcome all female New Neighbor golfers with an
established index of 32.9 (approximate handicap of 35) or less. Get to know your fellow
New Neighbors while playing golf and having a great time.
Cost: Weekly fee of $2 used for prizes
Where: Landings Golf Courses
Contact information: Ellen Pitts, [email protected] , 609-937-2112.
GOLF – WOMEN’S 9 HOLE *CP
When: Every Wednesday afternoon –
shotgun start at 2:00 pm
If you want to play golf, meet new people, and have fun, join us every Wednesday at 2 pm.
All golfers with some golf experience (Farm Team and/or Get Golf Ready), or New
Neighbors who want to play 9 holes, are welcome. All handicaps are welcome, but a
handicap is not required. You must be a Landings Club golf member to participate.
Cost: No cost
Where: Course assigned by the Chelsea
System.
Sign up: To sign up email [email protected] .
Contact information: Ellen Cayer, [email protected], 598-4358, or Deb Horan,
[email protected] , 200-3151.
BIKING
When: The 3rd Saturday each month – next
date is April 18 - at 9:00 am
Let's take an hour long bike ride around The Landings using a variety of bike/cart trails.
This is a leisurely bike ride (9-11 mph) that should be comfortable for everyone.
Cost: None
Where: Meet in The Landings Association
ball field parking lot.
Contact information: [email protected] , Bob Potts, 714-749-4018, or Marilyn
Potts, 714-270-6947.
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PICKLE BALL *CP
When: Every Saturday, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Come and enjoy this fast growing new sport and meet fellow New Neighbor pickleballers.
All levels of experience are welcome. The Tennis Pro Shop will supply some paddles and
balls. Tennis attire is required.
Where: Franklin Creek Tennis Center
Sign up: Email Linda Rubin your availability for Saturdays in March and April.
Contact information: Linda Rubin, [email protected] , 598-3941, or Melissa O’Brien,
[email protected], 598-5068.
WALKING GROUP
When: Every Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday leaving promptly at 7:30 am.
Join us for a brisk 45 minute walk, taking in the beauty of our island and making new
friends. Women and men of all walking speeds and abilities are welcome! It’s FREE, it’s
FUN and it’s great EXERCISE!
Where: March – Oakridge; April – Plantation; May – Deer Creek
Contact information: John Taylor, [email protected], 917-734-4470.
GAMES
BRIDGE AFTERNOON *CP
When: Next play date is April 23th,
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Join us and other New Neighbors who are looking to play bridge and find compatible game
levels with friends.
Cost: None
Where: Deer Creek Ladies’ Card Room
Sign up and Contact Information: Elizabeth Cote, [email protected] , or Angela Smith,
[email protected] .
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BRIDGE – EVENING *CP
When: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:45 pm
Men and women of all levels are welcome to play NN Chicago-style party bridge. It's a
time to meet other bridge enthusiasts in a social, friendly atmosphere, to find compatible
levels of play, and to see how best to integrate your play with other NNs at the Landings.
Cost:$5 to play; 3 cash prizes awarded
Where: Plantation Ladies’ Card Room
Sign up and Contact information: Elizabeth Berube, [email protected], 349-2404, or Arlene
Keaton, [email protected], 349-1078.
BUNCO *CP
When: 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30
pm
Join us for an enjoyable evening of dice throwing! No experience necessary.
Cost: $5
Where: Marshwood Ladies’ Card room
Sign up: Starts immediately at [email protected]. Space is limited to the first 24
ladies that sign up.
Contact information: [email protected], Nancy Mays, 614-975-7728, Andrea Felkins,
912-598-2801.
CANASTA *CP (when at Marshwood)
When: Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm
We have beginners and experts, but everyone has fun - and you might even win a dollar! If
you want to learn, let us know, and we can arrange a teaching table. When play is at
Marshwood, you can sign up for dinner before play begins.
Cost: $4 – includes $1 room rental fee and
Where: 1st-3rd Tuesday at the Landings
$3 prizes for “special” hands!
Association Conference Room; 4th Tuesday
at Marshwood Ladies’ Card Room.
Contact information: If you wish to join the canasta group, please email Margaret
CookLevy, [email protected], or Merri Blum, [email protected].
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MAH JONGG *CP
When: 1st, 3rd (and 5th) Tuesday each month
at 6:30 pm
Mah Jongg is one of the most popular games at The Landings. If you are an experienced
player and a card carrying convert, we can help you find a place at a Mah Jongg table.
Where: 1st and 5th Tuesday at Marshwood Ladies’ Card Room, 3rd Tuesday at Plantation
Ladies’ Card Room
Sign up: Email [email protected] by the Friday before play.
Contact information: Jeanne Lehmann, 335-2477, or Marilyn Sztuk, 777-3407.
NAME TAG ORDER FORM
Name Tag 1 ____________________________________________
Name Tag 2____________________________________________
Total Paid @ $6.50 ea. ___________________________________
E-mail address & Phone # _________________________________
Forms and payment may be dropped off to Susan Arraiz, 1 Belle Isle Lane, Plantation, corner of Landings
Way South & Westcross. Cash or checks made out to Susan Arraiz NOT New Neighbors. You will be
contacted when name tags arrive and pick up is at the address above.
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