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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
December
DECEMBER 18, 2025 – CHRISTMAS at BUSCH GARDENS
JANUARY 9-17,2026 –8 NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
POA Board of Directors Workshop meeting
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 @ 7 PM in the Clubhouse.
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NOTICE
TO: All Sandpiper POA Residents
FROM: Melissa Donovan, POA Secretary
SUBJECT: Board Meeting of POA Directors
The next POA Board of Directors Workshop meeting will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2025 @ 7 PM in the Clubhouse.
The next BUSINESS meeting will be held January 13, 2025 @ 7 PM in the Clubhouse to discuss potential items and finalize the agenda items for the next Workshop meeting on January 27, 2025 @ 7PM in the Clubhouse.
An agenda will be provided. No other business will be conducted during these meetings.
Melissa Donovan - Secretary
Sandpiper G&CC
5883 Mallard Dr.
Lakeland, FL 33809
Merry Christmas Sandpiper - Thurs. Dec. 25
Christmas Potluck - Christmas Day
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I thought I would send this reminder and also clarify some things.
We Plan to have the usual Potluck (a bit grander maybe) for Christmas at 5pm.
We also plan to enjoy the room as a social gathering to play games/cards etc at 3pm,
However, we are all free to come earlier to play games and or socialize if desired.
You do not have to do both. You can do one, the other, or both.
THERE IS A SIGN-UP SHEET IN THE LOBBY OF THE CLUBHOUSE.
This is not for a count, but so we can all see the items that people are bringing to help
decide what we want to bring to round out the meal.
ex. I could sign up - My name only and bring a Turkey but also bring 3 people with me.
Another may sign up for self only and bring a vegetable etc.
If you do not sign up, but on the day, you want to come... fine, just bring something and come.
The oven will be on warm and there is a refrigerator for cold items, and outlets for crock pots for those who come early for cards/games.
Don't stay home alone. Join your Sandpiper family.
Love to all
Judy Fields
Holiday Karaoke Party
Saturday, December 27, doors open at 5:30, entertainment at 6 PM, Clubhouse
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Ugly sweater contest
Secret Santa ($10 Max.) optional
SANDPIPER NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER PARTY
December 31, 2025 from 8:00 PM to 12:30 AM
Music by “THE GROOVE GIRLS”
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$40 per person includes a delicious buffet and dessert, door prizes and cash drawings.
Tickets will be on sale at Wednesday Coffee or by calling:
Jan Royer, 330-495-3931
JANUARY
POA Board Meeting
Tues. January 13th, 2024, at 7:00PM - Clubhouse
January 15, 2026 Perfect Posture Fitworks
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Fitness & Health
February 19, 2026
The Estates of Carpenter
Independent Assisted & Memory Care Living
March 5, 2026
Michaelangelo Montellaro
Elder Care Attorney
April 16, 2026
SunMed
CBD
May 7, 2026
HeathFuneral Chapel
Funeral and Cremations
June 11, 2026
Suncoast Skin Solutions
Dermatology and Skin Cancer Specialist
Pancake Breakfast - January 17th from 8 to 10 - Clubhouse
$5 tickets sold at Coffees and Social Office
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Menu:
PancakesPancakes Pancakes Pancakes
Sausage Links Sausage Links
Orange Juice Orange Juice
Coffee & Tea Coffee & Tea
Carryout's available Carryout's available
No deliveryNo delivery No delivery No delivery
Pick up meal at window
then be seated. then be seated.
SHOWTIME - The Dave & Daphne Show
Saturday January 24, 2026
Doors open 6:30 PM Show starts at 7:00 PM
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Tickets $10 per person Starting January 7, 2026
Tickets will be available in the Social Office and Wednesday Coffee Hour
COUNTRY MUSIC LOVERS
Bob and Beverly Hoeksema
Last January, we scheduled Dave and Daphne to be with us but because of health issues, they had to cancel. Dave is feeling great and has come back even better. We loved them when they were here before and I know they will please us once again.
So, all you country Music lovers, we are bringing you a little bit of the Grand Ole Opry right here in our Sandpiper Clubhouse. Dave Salyer and Daphne Anderson will thrill and inspire you with their mix of country vocals, amazing guitar, and banjo playing abilities and instrumentals that we're sure will bring back pleasant memories.
Dave has toured the world with Barbara Mandrell, performed for US Presidents, and appeared on countless TV shows.
Daphne has toured with Bill Gaither conventions and sang gospel music with the Florida Boys, The Cathedrals, The Hinsons, and many others.
We just might hear a little bit of Patsy Cline or Loretta Lynn and maybe even a yodel or two.
We are so impressed with this duo, and we know you will be too!
It's going to be a fun night. So come to the Clubhouse on January 24 and sing along with your neighbors and enjoy a night out.
Bob & Beverly Hoeksema
Your Showtime Hosts
Jeff "Elvis" Krick returns to Sandpiper
Friday January 30, 2026, and Saturday January 31, 2026
6-9 pm Clubhouse
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Back by popular demand, Jeff Krick Jr returns with his award-winning Elvis Tribute, including all the hits from Elvis.
Doors Open @ 5:30 PM
Come listen and dance
$10 Tickets available
December 11, 2025
12-2 PM in the Clubhouse
For more Info: Darlene Schildt 610-334-5542
BYOB and Snacks
NEWS
NEWS
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."
Also: New email address: Office@SandpiperPOA.Com
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: DIRECTOR AND CHAIR POSITIONS FOR THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE
Jaimie Rippe
Chair people are responsible for a Master plan for the event, which would include but not limited to choosing a date and venue, creating a budget, flyers and ticketing, advertising, working with volunteers and keeping in touch with your Director.
Directors (on the committee) are responsible for, but not limited to, overseeing 8-10 activities, making sure all necessities are provided to each committee and assisting in any event or activity that needs it. Reviewing the budget for each and a monthly meeting where you will report on each activity.
Officers of the Social Committee, that include Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary are elected every March. For someone to run for an officer position you must be a sitting director. So, if you wanted to run this March you would have to apply to be a director in January, would be voted in in February, then in February (after being voted in) state your intention to run for an office which then is to be posted for 30 days and voted on in March.
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 ….
Margaret (Peggy) Cahman - September 16, 2025
Sue Peterson - September 2025
Jon “Jack” Martin - October 22, 2025
Donna Andrews - November 5, 2025
Help Us Welcome Your New Neighbors
Judy & Edward Crouch - 537 Eagle Run
Demetta Kavis - 5857 Macaw Place
Harold Patterson, Jr. - 5856 Mallard Drive
Barbara Patrick - 6320 Sandpipers Drive
December BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
Carl and Paula Weisbrod
5953 Crane Drive.
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
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Password: SandpiperLakeland
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