Special Note: Click on "POA Documents" in the top navigation bar for the new web page. For Dave Tavlin's plans for the golf course, see News section.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
(See Newspiper for details about events below)
Tickets are generally available at coffees and at our Social Office on Wed., 10-12 AM.
Check the Social Committee tab for routine activities.
Updates & Corrections: Please contact Larry at 808-5220 or email at laruppert@hotmail.com
SEPTEMBER
POA Board Meeting
Tues. September 9th, 2024 at 7:00PM - Clubhouse
Sept. 12 - Colorado's Historic Trains
OCTOBER 18, 2025 – CRUISING FOR OKTOBERFEST
September 20th, 5:30 PM
Comedian and Dinner with John McClellan (click arrow on right)
Dinner: salad, pasta with meat sause, bread and dessert.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 2:00 PM
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The Meet and Greet Meeting is a one-time meeting that will help
to familiarize new residents with Sandpiper and give residents
information on all the great activities we have to offer here. The
meeting is held in the Clubhouse (the building attached to the
pool between the POA Building and The Links Pro Shop/Grill)
and takes place on different days at different times every few
weeks so that everyone can attend at a convenient time. This
meeting will take 30-45 minutes and you’ll receive an information
packet and some useful gifts. You will be able to ask questions
and have an opportunity to meet other newcomers to Sandpiper.
Information for your name tag will also be collected at the meeting
for a later delivery to you. You do not need to register, only show
up at a meeting that fits into your schedule.
Upcoming Meetings:
Monday, October 20, 2025 12:00 PM
Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 AM
Hopefully, at least one of these times will be convenient for you.
Please remember to bring your white key card to get into the
building.
Workshop/Agenda meeting
September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM in the Clubhouse
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
VICTORY CASINO CRUISE
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$49 per person Bus departs at 7:30 AM
Several people have requested to run this trip again that we joined on to Highland Fairways trip last June. Transportation, lunch, entertainment, taxes and gratuities are included. Gamblers will enjoy slot machines, blackjack, roulette, craps and other games.
Non-gamblers will have a restful time eating and drinking while
cruising at sea. Please sign up by August 14th
Thursday, September 25, 11 AM - 12 Noon
Lunch & Learn - Geico Presentation
Clubhouse
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Our Thursday, September 25th, 2025 Lunch and Learn will be Boley Insurance/Local GEICO Office. The presentation will be in the Sandpiper Clubhouse from 11:00 to 12:00, lunch will be served after, with Q&A session. Presenting will be James and Michelle Boley, agency owners.
Sandpiper Residents: With the rising costs of Homeowners and Auto Insurances, also the ability of obtaining insurance to cover your home, this L&L is a MUST!
Lakeland-based Boley Insurance is a local, family, and Veteran owned small business and is located on South Florida Avenue. They offer a full line of insurance products, including auto, home, renters, motorcycle, boat, RV, jewelry, and umbrella policies. James Boley worked for GEICO Corporate for 25 years before opening the Local GEICO Office in 2020. His seven (7) Lakeland based agents have 100+ years of combined experience.
As your Local GEICO office, Boley Insurance offers the best of both worlds: the personalized service of a hometown agency, backed by the strength and stability of one of the largest and most trusted insurance brands in the nation. With GEICO’s financial strength and claim-paying reliability, they’re able to offer highly competitive rates and the confidence that your coverage will be there when you need it most.
A live, friendly agent always answers the phone. NO CALL CENTER! All of their agents work right here in Lakeland and understand the unique needs of Florida residents.
The focus of the Lunch and Learn will be on Homeowners and Auto insurance.
Limit 50
Last day to sign up is September 22nd
Sandpiper Residents ONLY
Karaoke
Saturday, September 27
We are excited to be able to do this every month on the last Saturday night of the month. Jaime
OCTOBER
REMINDER: QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE FEE DUE October1, 2025
Sandpiper Single Homes $450
Sandpiper Villas 6380 Villas $650
6381 Villas $650 6464 Villas $710
Sandpiper Health & Wellness EXPO
October 4th, 2025, 9 am-12pm - Sandpiper Clubhouse
Our Thursday, October 9th, 2025, Lunch and Learn will be Health Markets featuring David Norris. The presentation will be in the Sandpiper Clubhouse from 11:00 to 12:00, with lunch served after, along with Q&A.
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David Norris is a local licensed insurance agent practicing for 21 years in Lakeland. David will provide information on the largest variety of insurance products, including Medicare Advantage plans. David’s focus will be on 2026 Medicare updates.
POA Board Meeting
Tues. October 14th, 2024 at 7:00PM - Clubhouse
10/18 Oktoberfest on the St. John's River
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Boat $137.00 entertainment and German lunch menu included.
NEWS
NEWS
Special Note: Our POA has created a new webpage for POA information. There is a link in the navigation bar at the top of this page, "POA Documents." This new page allows our POA to send out password protected, sensitive information, as required by the state. It currently has the results of the 8/19 vote.
Congratulations to our new board member, Jim Murray.
click below for audio files:
July 22 Agenda/Workshop Meeting
*Audio files supplied by Bob Muschiana
For those interested in Dave Tavlin's plans for the golf course, click below:
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: DIRECTOR AND CHAIR POSITIONS FOR THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE
Jaimie Rippe
Bring your energy and creativity to our community!
Director:
The Director will assist the Chair in organizing each event, managing volunteers, and ensuring smooth communication within the committee and with community members.
Chair:
The Chair will oversee the overall planning and execution of the social event and will work closely with the volunteers.
Adding Events to the Summer Months. One of our main goals this year is to enrich the summer months with a variety of engaging events. Whether it’s picnics, outdoor movie nights, dances or shows, your ideas and enthusiasm can help makethis summer memorable for everyone.
If you are interested in volunteering for the Director or Chair positions, please contact any Director on the Social Committee, we would love to answer your questions and listen to any ideas you have for summer events.
SOCIAL OFFICE PHONE NUMBER Jaimie Rippe
We would like to announce that the Social Office has a new phone number, 863-333-4445
For questions, information, or rentals, call this number. Tickets can't be held by phone as they are first come-first serve. If no one answers, leave a message and we will return your call within 24 hours.
And if I go while you’re still here ...
Know that I still live on,
And when you need me,
Just whisper my name in your heart ….
Gerry Curl May 2025
Sue Pier July 24, 2025
Mace Baker August 6, 2025
Keith Erickson August 8, 2025
Help Us Welcome Your New Neighbors
Michael and Marian Hess 5771 Macaw Place
George and Antoinette Bornn 538 Eagle Run
Mary Nyborg 6211 Crane Drive
Brenda Miller 1064 Penguin Place
Gerald Schindler 525 Eagle Run
Michael and Christina Tompkins 6130 Sandpipers Drive
September BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
Sandy Sullivan,
1020 Canary Circle North,
ROUTINE EVENTS FOR ALL
ROUTINE EVENTS FOR ALL
For more information on activities, check the Social Committee and Activities links.
Coffee
Wednesday, 9AM
at Clubhouse
Enjoy a free cup with friends and stay informed about Sandpiper events, news, and more.
Bingo
Clubhouse on Wednesday
Bingo starts, 6:30 PM
Come early to get your snacks!
PotLuck
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday
5:00 PM - Rec Center
Please bring a covered dish to pass
Game Night
Fri. at 7 PM
Rec.Center
Join others in their game or bring your own
LINKS
LINKS
Local News: http://www.theledger.com
(This site offers a lot of local news.)
For information on how to join and participate
Click=> Sandpiper Forum
Links of Sandpiper
For those interested in Dave Tavlin's development of the golf course and homes, you may want to visit his site by clicking on the link below.
Cell Phone Users:
It may help to hold the phone horizontally.
To save a link to this site, on your phone, click on the three vertical dots in the upper right corner of your browser (while at the site). Scroll down to "Add to Home screen."
CLUBHOUSE AND REC CENTER WIFI INFO
Wifi user name: Sandpiper Resident
Password: SandpiperLakeland
(This is for both locations)
*Copenhagen City Heart Study Feb 20, 2019
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