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Greetings!
As we step into January, I hope each of you enjoyed a joyful holiday season filled with relaxation, connection, and a little magic. A new year brings fresh energy and possibility, and I’m delighted about the fabulous programming our members have organized for the months ahead.
January is a wonderful time to reconnect, set new intentions, and jump back into the friendships and activities that make our club so special. Start the New Year with friends and laughter at our Funny Kitchen Towel Exchange Happy Hour. Resolve to be creative at Fun with Flowers. And treat yourself to a bit of culture with our field trip to the Jacksonville Symphony’s Silly Little Love Songs performance.
Our membership numbers are outstanding, yet there are still many wonderful Sawgrass women who haven’t discovered us…yet! I encourage you to invite a friend in the community to join us for the fun. And as always, please keep an eye out for our newer members at meetings and activities. A warm welcome and a friendly conversation can make all the difference—remember when you were new?
Thank you for being part of this vibrant, engaging, and ever-welcoming community. Here’s to a year filled with shared experiences, meaningful moments, and continued friendship.
Warmly,
Cindy Feeley
kffcmf@aol.com
908-625-7594
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SWC January Membership Meeting
Dr. Mary Gatta & Pamela Splane
Dr. Mary Gatta, a professor who has taught at Rutgers University and CUNY, will share her research on the economic security of older Floridians, with a focus on how women are faring. She has led research efforts for older women's economic security across race and class, highlighting how many women and families are increasingly experiencing financial challenges as they age and face health issues and other life events that can drain their savings.
Dr. Gatta will be joined by Pamela Splane, St. Johns County Council on Aging Outreach Coordinator, who will share COA’s comprehensive programs and services for older adults and caregivers in St. Johns County.
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Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. Social ~ 10:30 a.m. Program
Place: Sawgrass Country Club Clubhouse
Reservations are required!
The Pub will be open so make plans to stay for lunch.
Registration closes: Saturday, 1/10
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Community Transportation & Roadways Issues
Learn about the recent survey of issues related to our roadways in Ponte Vedra Beach
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Date: Tuesday, January 27th
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Place: Sawgrass Country Club
Clubhouse Atrium
This panel presentation will update us on the survey results and what the plans are for moving forward to remedy the traffic situations. They will also include discussion of the use of e-bikes in our community. The panel will include Susan Miller, Chair of the Access Control Committee of the Sawgrass Master Association and representatives from St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
This program is open to spouses and friends. Each person must be registered individually so that we have an accurate headcount. (Note: The system will accept your spouse or friend's name.)
Limited to 90 participants.
Registration opens on www.sawgrasswomensclub.com on Saturday, 12/27
Registration closes: Friday, 1/23
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Nan Healey
nankhealy@gmail.com
203-912-4029
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Fun With Flowers -
(& Keith)
Love in Bloom
A Valentine’s-inspired Floral Workshop
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Date: Saturday, January 31st
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Place: Sawgrass Country Club Clubhouse
Cost: $40 per person (plus nominal fee)
Start the new year surrounded by beauty and creativity! 💐
Join us this January for Fun with Flowers & Keith: Love in Bloom, a delightful Valentine’s-inspired floral workshop where we’ll craft charming arrangements to celebrate love, friendship, and fresh beginnings.
Whether you’re a flower enthusiast or a first-time arranger, you’ll enjoy Keith’s fun, hands-on guidance and leave with your own gorgeous floral creation - perfect to brighten your home or share with someone special.
Limited to 50 participants
Registration Opens: www.sawgrasswomensclub.com on Tuesday, 12/30
Registration Closes: Friday, 1/23
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Shellie Iossa
michelle.iossa@gmail.com
908-752-2497
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Funny Kitchen Towel Exchange
& Happy Hour
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Date: Wednesday, January 21st
Time: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Place: Sawgrass Country Club Clubhouse
Cost: $16.50 per person (plus nominal fee)
Join us for another round of "Fun With Stuff' as we share our most hilarious kitchen towels for a contest, exchange, and happy hour!
Enjoy light snacks and a member-charge bar while we mingle, laugh, and vote on our favorites.
Last year’s winner was our own President, Cindy Feeley.
These events are always a blast — and remember: “Always laugh when you can. It is cheap medicine.” — Lord Byron
Limited to 45 participants
Registration Opens: www.sawgrasswomensclub.com on Tuesday, 12/23
Registration Closes: Thursday, 1/15
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Elise Beard
elisebeard@msn.com
904-463-7774
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DAY TRIPPERS
Silly Love Songs
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Date: Friday, January 30th
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Jacksonville Symphony, 300 Water St., Jacksonville
Cost: $32.80 per person (plus nominal fee)
Silly Love Songs: Morning Coffee Series presented by the Jacksonville Symphony and a lineup of powerhouse guest vocalists will bring you unforgettable No. 1 hits from the past 50 years. The concert is a celebration of music that topped the charts and captured the hearts.
Whether you are a hopeless romantic or love to sing along, Silly Love Songs is a perfect way to enjoy classics and walk down memory lane.
Limited to 40 participants.
Registration closes: Thursday, 1/8
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Carol Dacey
carolhdacey@gmail.com
203-912-4029
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Chit Chat Bridge Lessons
Starting again in January
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Date: Thursday, January 15th
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Place: Ocean's Edge South at SCC Beach Club
Cost: Please purchase the book - Play of the Deal by Audrey Grant
Have you always wanted to try bridge? Would you like to get back into the game? Come join us beginning Thursday, January 15th. We’ll play weekly through May.
For the first two weeks, we’ll start at the very beginning for new players. After that, anyone who signs up is welcome to join us. We’ll continue playing Mini Bridge, where the Director provides the bid and you learn the strategies to make your contract. You can learn formal bidding later on.
Attendance is not required each week—come when you can. Join us and see if bridge is for you!
Limited to 12 participants.
Registration closes: Wednesday, 1/14
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Book Club
Date: Tuesday, January 27th
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Sawgrass CC
Clubhouse
Please join us for a discussion of The Stone Diaries which is a 1995 Pulitzer Prize winning historical novel, said to be considered a modern classic.
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Arrive early if you’d like to get a drink from the pub. Be sure to register on the link below so we have enough chairs for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!
Registration closes: Saturday, 01/24
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Anne Horton
annehorton789@gmail.com
904-629-9629
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Melissa Jurgens
mjurgens@comcast.net
770-722-2427
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Storied Lives
You are not experiencing deja vu... December's meeting had to be canceled due to an event at the club. But we liked the topic so much that we decided to do it in January. Please join us as we walk down memory lane.
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Date: 1st Monday, January 5th
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Place: SCC Beach Club Pavilion
Topic: "Your Earliest Childhood
Memory"
Thinking back, what is your earliest childhood memory? Time with a grandparent? A special trip? A favorite pet? Please join the Storied Lives crew to share your memory and hear others. Who doesn't love a trip down memory lane?
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Deb Holton
debholton@gmail.com
904-813-8538
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Date: 2nd Tuesday, January 13th
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Place: Louisa Steinhoff's Home
53 Troon Trace - Northgate in Sawgrass CC
Cost: Bring Cash - $10 pp for Prizes
Please BYOB.
Optional: Sign up to bring a treat to share!!
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Donna Hayley
dhayley6@gmail.com
708-528-3563
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Date: 1st & 3rd Mondays
(January 5th & 19th)
Time: 12:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Place: SCC Beach Club
SWC Duplicate Bridge Group needs subs to play as needed. This is an opportunity to play Duplicate Bridge, meet other Bridge players, and new friends.
Please email Judy or Gay if you are interested to be added to the Sub List.
Judy Flynn
JudithyFlynn@comcast.net
904-625-2234
Gay MacArthur
dmacart417@aol.com
419-360-0317
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Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Place: SCC Clubhouse
All levels of play are welcome. There will be no formal lessons for Canasta. All are welcome to come and observe at the Clubhouse. Check the activity board for the specific room.
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Fran Trotta
mftrotta@aol.com
516-946-4010
Lisa Schwartz
lisahschwartz@aol.com
201-741-9703
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Date: Every Monday
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Place: SCC Beach Club -Topsider
Beginners to advanced players are welcome as well as observers new to the game and members wishing to refresh their Mah Jongg skills.
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Cathy Edge
catherineaedge@gmail.com
914-263-4818
Betty Macgilvray
emarymac3@gmail.com
631-804-9087
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Date: 2nd & 4th
Wednesday
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Place:SCC Beach Club - Ocean's Edge South
Explore a variety of games or bring your own favorite to share with the group.
All are welcome—just bring your game face!
No RSVP needed & nothing to bring!
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Tanya Polisetty
tanyapoli@hotmail.com
904-729-5691
Lauren Delacruz
llcruz4@aol.com
904-955-3334
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Date: 3rd Thursday (January 15th)
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Place: SCC Beach Club-Pavilion
No need to sign up...Just show up!
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Donna Hayley
dhayley6@gmail.com
708-528-3563
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Date: 2nd Wednesday (January 14th)
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Place: SCC Beach Club
Pavilion or Alcove of Ocean's Edge
All who knit, crochet, needlepoint, or any other needlecraft are welcome!
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Joyce Miller
joyceamiller@me.com
908-377-5072
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We want to see your picture on the SWC Website!
Please send photos of Women's Club activities to Mary Kirk at maryvkirk@gmail.com or text to (904) 910-3599
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St. Augustine
Historical Walking Tour
with Gary Sass
Wednesday, February 25
Gary Sass, a well-known area guide, will lead a historical walking tour of St. Augustine. He will highlight events and landmarks that make the oldest city in America such a special place.
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Carol Dacey
carolhdacey@gmail.com
203-912-4029
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Funny Gag Gift Exchange
& Happy Hour
Sunday, March 29
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Elise Beard
elisebeard@msn.com
904-463-7774
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Mary Jean Spegal
swcpvmembership@gmail.com
704-277-4274
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Sawgrass Women’s Club is ringing in the New Year with 450 members! This includes 42 new members! Be sure to welcome our newest members when you see them: Carolyn Andrews, Susan Hughes, Dorothy Slepikas, and Mary Tulumaris. We wish all of our SWC Ladies a Happy and Healthy New Year!
The SWC Online Directory is up and running. It is updated regularly with new and renewing members. If you haven’t already done so, review your personal information and verify that it is correct. You may access the Online Directory by going to www.sawgrasswomensclub.com, and clicking on Members Only. From there you can enter the password that has been sent to you. Feel free to contact the Membership Chair, Mary Jean Spegal, if you need help getting into this directory.
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1/1 Lynn Ocken; 1/2 Louise Hamrick; 1/3 Betty MacGilvray; 1/4 Denise Taaffe, Kay Wantoch; 1/5 Betsy Meister, Kim Mills, Shirley Sapp; 1/6 Diane Price, Joanne DiSabastian; 1/7 Vicki Corlazzoli, Kathy Reinersmann, Marcia Starcher; 1/8 Judy Linder; 1/9 Colleen Silvoy; 1/10 Jacquelyn Bates;
1/11 Roxie St. Martin; 1/13 Gene Novak; 1/14 Jill Bernstein, Donna Gardiner 1/17 Dina Carmelengo, Gelila Jones; 1/18 Janet Zborowski;
1/19 Casey Robyn; 1/20 Erica Baines, Deb Holton, Debbie Tucker; 1/23 Mary Beth DeBrueys;
1/26 Christa Michalaros; 1/27 Joanne Stensland; 1/28 Sherry Burns, Randa Dilts, Judy Ham, Betsey Larson; 1/30 Judy Miller, Linda Stephenson; and 1/31 Janet Williamson.
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Sawgrass Women's Club
Mailing address: P.O. Box 981,
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32004
Meeting address: 10034 Golf Club Drive,
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082
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