|
Club |
Description |
Contact
Information |
| AARP
Chapter 5239 |
Meets at 10am
on the third Monday of each month in the Clubhouse Great Hall.
(Social 9:30am)
AARP is a non-profit social and service organization for people age 50 and over. The Chapter addresses the needs and interests of seniors through monthly programs, sponsored trips and volunteer opportunities. Chapter activities provide for socializing and meeting others. Dues: $5/year. |
Carla Wascalus, President
972-3436
Dick Martin, VP
972-5242 |
| Battlefield
Boogie Club |
The Battlefield Boogie Club is a dance club that promotes the Carolina Shag. The Club is open to folks of all ages who like to dance. The Club has by-laws of operation, elected officers, quarterly board and general membership meetings. Meeting times and locations vary, please contact Audrey. The Club has their own DJs and hold their dances at the LOW Clubhouse, as well as the Loft in Fredericksburg. |
President,
Audrey Borja
972-6198
|
| Book
Discussion Group |
Meets the second Wednesday each month at 1pm in the Wilderness Library to discuss literature of interest selected by club members. Material includes both fiction and non-fiction selections. A listing of the books selected for discussion appears periodically in Lake Currents. |
Helen
Nolan
972-9068 |
| Boy
Scouts Troop 197 |
Meet
Sundays at 6pm in The Lake of the Woods Church cabins. |
Michael Hanson
661-6351 |
| Bridge
(Monday-Wednesday-Sunday) |
Duplicate Bridge: This non-sanctioned, social group meets weekly on Sunday evenings. First-timers please contact the current director in advance. Bring a partner--of course!
Monday Night Bridge: (general and refresher) This social, contract bridge group meets weekly. New players must call the monthly director in advance so tables can be arranged.
Ladies Bridge: This social, contract bridge group meets Wednesdays for six rounds of play, mid-morning to mid-afternoon, with a break for lunch. Please call the director in advance so tables can be arranged. |
See the "Calendar of Events" in Lake Currents on each respective day to locate contact person. |
| Camera
Club |
Meets
the second Tuesday of each month in the Holcomb Bldg Conference Room at 7pm. Open to all residents and
all skill levels (beginner to pro) (film or digital).
No dues nor formal membership rolls. Objective is
to improve our photographic skills and and computer
software enhancement skills of digital photos and
learn from each other.
|
Bob Gibson
972-1803
|
Civic
Club
|
"Be Concerned, Be Informed, Be Involved" is the motto of the LOW Civic Club, which hosts monthly speakers and provides an open forum where property owners can learn about issues which affect their lives, interests and investment in the LOW community. Members are invited to submit articles on community matters for publication in the club monthly newsletter, Lakeveiws. Submissions may be sent by email to lakeviews@jimhopkins.com Dues: $5/year.
Meets
third Tuesday each month in the Woods Center at 7:15pm. |
Dee Tillman
972-3981
|
| Cultural Awareness Circle |
We plan multi-cultural programs and events valuing heritage. We meet quarterly.
See Lake Currents for monthly meeting information. |
Lita Irby
301-928-4023
Charles Mincey
972-1340 |
| Daughters of the American Revolution |
The local LOW Chapter of the National Society DAR sponsors historic, patriotic and educational community service programs that serve students, those who have recently become US citizens, military veterans and genealogical researchers. Current projects include local and DAR schools, V.A. Medical Center, sponsorship of lineage research workshops and preservation of Spottswood sites within LOW. Membership is open to women age 18 and older who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Meets monthly.
|
Judith Lamasure
540-548-8740
Linda Sutphin
972-7554 |
| Democratic
Club |
The focus of the Democratic Club is to become better informed about national, state, and local governments and the matters before them. The Club educates its members on wide-ranging issues and how to be strong advocates for these issues. A service project for the community is undertaken annually. Meetings are held monthly, with topical guest speakers and political activities. Dues: $20/yr.
Meets the third Thursday each month in the Woods Center at 1:30 pm. See Lake Currents for monthly meeting information.
|
Sheila Clark, Chair
972-0305
Mary Berger, Membership
972-3066
|
| Fishing
Club |
A
non-profit club that meets monthly to share creel reports and discuss issues affecting the quality of fishing in our lakes. Guest speakers address angling topics and environmental concerns. The club sponsors a Bass Tournament, fun fishing tournaments and the annual Children's Fishing Tournament. Dues: $10/year. |
Tony
Kennon
972-2196
|
| Fun
Bowling League |
The LOW Fun Bowling League is a sanctioned, recreational mixed league for both men and women (over 40) that meets for 24 weeks from October through April at the AMF Bowling Lanes in Fredericksburg. Singles welcome. We bowl Thursdays at 1pm.
There are 24 teams on this league not including 15-20 substitute bowlers who step in during the bowling season when a regular member cannot be available. |
Joan Trotter
972-2671 |
| Garden
Club |
The LOW Garden Club is a non-profit group that joined in 1978 with the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs. Their objective is to serve LOW through civic and beautification endeavors. Annual fundraising activities enable continuation of these projects. The Club is responsible for the Memorial Garden adjacent to the ECC building, holiday decorations at the Clubhouse and the monthly "Keep LOW Beautiful" program, among other projects. Meetings with featured speakers are held monthly; new members are always welcome. Dues: $15.
Meets the second Monday of every month at 12:30pm in the Clubhouse Great Hall except January and July. If interested in joining or have an interest, call. |
Joyce Haring
President
972-1924
|
| Girl Scouts |
LOW currently has several Girl Scout troops which are all part of the Orange Service Unit and Association III of the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council. Troops include the Daisy Scouts (age 5-6), Brownies (age 6-8), Junior Scouts (age 8-11), and Studio 2B for age 11-17. The Girl Scouting program offers opportunities for girls to develop their full potential, to relate well to others, develop sound moral values and good decision making skills, and learn the importance of contributing to the betterment of their community. |
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| Higher Power Performance Team |
Sopnsored by The Lake of the Woods Church, the Higher Power Performance Team teaches dance, music and drama to children age nine and older. Members learn team skils, dance routines and perform for the community |
LOW Church 972-9060 |
Horseshoes for Fun |
Horseshoe players of all skill levels, both men and ladies, are invited to play with other pitchers at the horseshoe courts at Hollyfield Park. Participants are paired randomly, with special rules for ladies and seniors. Horseshoes are available for those who need them. The courts are available for use at any time, but you can meet new friends and have more fun by participating with the group.
See the "Calendar of Events" in Lake Currents for days and times. |
Dick Getman
972-7397
John Seymour
972-5987
Jim Plympton
972-0934 |
| Investment
Club |
The Investment Club is a member of the National Association of Investors Corporation. Members learn how to research and evaluate equities, and to apply this knowledge by buying and selling equities in the club's portfolio. Requirements for membership are a desire to learn about investing and time to do research for the monthly meetings. Most research is done on the computer, with help from ValueLine or from an online service. The cost to join is minimal and the monthly investment is $40.
Meets fourth Tuesday of the month at 7pm in
the Woods Center. |
Don Cope
972-9838 |
| Keyboard Club |
The Keyboard Club is a group with a common interest--playing music on a keyboard. Keyboards vary from full-size console organs, spinet organs and pianos, to new age electronics like the Technics KN2600 and KN7000. Club members have varying skill levels, from beginner to full Wurlitzer Theatre Organ. Members take turns holding meetings in each other's homes. The group also attends concerts and other outings in the Richmond, Washington and Baltimore areas. |
Richard Treat
|
| Korean
War Veterans Association, Chapter 128 |
Founded in 1990 at LOW, KWVA Chapter 128 boasts some 65 Korean War resident veterans who gather monthly for fellowship, dining and social activities. The club conducts Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies at LOW, holds picnics, outings and parade events, and offers educational programs and activities that recall the Korean War and honor those who served.
Meets second Wednesday monthly at the Wilderness Library at 1pm. Come join us. |
James Santucci
972-2150
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| Ladies Bowling League |
This is a sanctioned, recreational league for women that meets for 27 weeks from October through April at the AMF Bowling Lanes in Fredericksburg. |
Brenda Matsuda
972-0499 |
| Ladies
Golf Association |
The LGA invites you to join them on Tuesday from April through October to play golf with either the 9- or 18-hole groups. The season opens in March with a spring brunch at the Clubhouse, and play begins on the first Tuesday in April with a shotgun start. The cost is $3/week, plus any applicable cart and/or greens fees. Members are flighted based on handicap, and the Pro Shop
sets up the four-person teams. Membership is open to all LOW property owners, tenants and/or their dependent daughters age 18 or over. Annual dues are $20, and members are required to have a handicap. The $27 handicap fee is paid directly to the Pro Shop. A number of tournaments are hosted each season: Spring Tournament in May, President's Cup in July, "Rally for the Cure" for breast cancer, Sadie Hawkins Day, Member/Member, Club Championship, Member/Guest, and the Spring and Fall Two-person Teams. The season ends with a scramble for all members at the end of October and a closing awards ceremony in the fall. |
Karen Cakouros
972-9043 |
| Lake
Youth Foundation |
LYF
is a non-profit foundation dedicated to funding educational
programs and scholarships. The foundation also sponsors
an annual Bike Sale, Putt-Putt Golf Outing, Cardboard
Boat Regatta and Visit with Santa. To become a member
or a volunteer, please visit our website at www.lakeyouth.org.
|
Connie Buttimer, President, 972-0083
Hank Lewis, VP
972-0359
info@lakeyouth.org
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| LOW Bass Anglers |
Tournament dates for 2010 at Clubhouse Dock will be announced when set.
|
Joe Lentine
972-4604
|
| LOW Lioness
Club |
The LOW Lioness Club is a non-profit women's community serivce group that organizes and hosts many fundraising activities throughout the year to support various local charitable organizations and causes. Dinner meetings take place on the second Thursday of every month. Activities include an annual Casino Night, Fashion Show, a combination Flea Market/Craft Fair and used book and bake sale, food drives to benefit the Wilderness Food Pantry and the fall Heatlth Fair. Interested residents are asked to contact the President or Membership Chair.
Meets
second Thursday each month at 6pm, Clubhouse |
Pat See, President
972-5727
Linda Ogletree, Membership Director
972-7713 |
| LOW Lions
Club |
The LOW Lions Club is a member of the world's largest volunteer organization. The LOW club was founded in 1982 and is now the largest Lions Club in Virginia; its members include both men and women. The club offers a full program of activities and services to the local community both inside and outside LOW, as well as to neighboring counties and across the Commonwealth. An inventory of sick room supplies and equipment is maintained for community use. Members are active in a wide range of programs, from eyeglass recycling to providing scholarships to deserving youth, as well as eyesight and hearing screening for Orange County school children. Fundraising activities include the club's fall yard sale, White Cane Days to support sight conservation, and maple syrup sales, among others. Lions from other clubs who move to LOW may transfer their membership.
Meet
1st & 3rd Thurs, 6:30pm, Clubhouse |
Jerry Davis President,
972-0596
lowlions.org |
| LOW Players
Club |
There is no business like show business. Join the
LOW Players and help bring entertainment and cultural
enrichment to the community.
Each year, the Players stage two theatre productions,
performed in the LOW Community Center, with a different
set designed and constructed for each play. We welcome
your participation, no matter how great or small-either
onstage or backstage. Areas in which we could use
your talents include (but aren't limited to) acting,
dancing, music (voice or instrument), set design and
construction, costume design, sound, lighting, and
stage management.
You are invited to attend any of our meetings, which
are held in the Community Center on the second Wednesday
of each month at 7:30 pm. Please call if you would
like more information.
|
Bob McFarland
972-5928 or email lowplayers@comcast.net
Marion
Pronk
972-0808
To order tickets to the next production, go to our
web site www.lowplayers.org |
| LOW Veterans Club |
The Lake of the Woods Veterans Club (LOW Vets) meets each
month, the second Thursday at 4pm and 7pm, alternately, to
promote fellowship, patriotism and the ideals of American citizenship. Open
to all LOW veterans who have been honorably discharged, retired, released
for medical reasons, currently on active duty or serving in our reserve
forces. It participates in LOW's celebrations such as Memorial Day, Fourth
of July and Veterans Day. LOW Vets will supplement and assist, not
replace, other veterans groups. |
Ed Kessler, President
972-8364
Jim Fargo, VP/Treasurer
972-4823 |
| LOW Visual
Arts Council |
LOWVAC is a non-porfit group of volunteer resident artists who plan and sponsor the annual Fine Arts, Crafts and Photography Show in October. Exhibition is open to all residents who wish to show their own work. Proceeds from the show are donated to selected youth and art education groups to support local art programs. Members also host the Gallery Wall Exhibit in the Clubhouse and serve as a resource for other art programs in the area. |
Jan
Moore, Chairman
|
| Mah-Jongg Club |
Mah-Jongg is not just a game--it's an addiction. If playing Mah-Jongg is your passion, this ladies group meets weekly for some serious fun. Classes for newcomers are offered once a year, usually in April or May. Watch Lake Currents for announcements. |
Toby Musatow
972-8251 |
| Men's
Golf Association |
The purpose of the MGA
is to promote and encourage the game of golf in cooperation with the Golf Pro, the LOW Golf Committee and the LGA. The goal of the MGA is to bring men together to provide a social outlet and to promote and improve the quality of golf at LOW. The MGA also serves as an advocate for our golf course amenity. The MGA hosts numerous tournaments and activities throughout the year. Membership is open to male property owners and/or tenants and their dependents 18 years of age and older. Dues are $15/year, and an additional $27 is paid to the Virginia State Golf Association for establishing a handicap. |
Jim Ogletree
972-7713 |
MOPS
(Mothers of Preschoolers) |
Mothers of Preschoolers is a study, fellowship, recreational and social group for moms of kindergarten age children and younger. Activities include adult study, Bible study, crafts and play time with children. Child care provided; walk-ins welcome. Annual registration fee; fee assistance available. Web site www.mops-at-the-lake.org |
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| NARFE |
The
only organization that exclusively represents federal
retirees at the Federal and State levels. NARFE’s
chief lobbyist has over 30 years experience on Capitol
Hill in federal retirement matters. Any federal
employee/retiree who has a vested interest in the
Federal Retirement and/or Health Benefits programs
is eligible to join. The membership fee is $25 per
year which includes $20 National dues and $5 Chapter
dues. Spouses of federal retirees are also eligible
to join.
The
chapter meets on the fourth Thursday every month
in the Lower Level of the Clubhouse, except February, March, May July and October. September picnic
at Sweetbriar Park and Christmas party. |
Nick Duy, President
972-0350
Joe Davidson, VP
972-8403
Skip Bond, Newsletter
972-9157
Joan Duy, Secretary |
| NUN (Network for area Nurses) |
Student nurses and prospective nurses call for more info. |
Zoila Ortega
972-3040
CJRoddy37@comcast.net |
| PATC (Potomac Appalachian Trail Club) Rosser-Lamb Crew |
This group of PATC members is working to restore the Rosser-Lamb farmhouse nestled on 238 acres at the edge of Shenandoah Park. Opportunities abound for both work and play. Members enjoy camping, hiking, birding and all nature has to offer, while refurbishing this old mountain home and restoring the grounds with native plants and trees. For outdoor lovers of all ages! |
Peg Manual
972-7093
Park Anderson
972-1184 |
| Rapidan
Crew |
The Rapid Crew club's goal is to promote and develop rowing as a recreational and competitve sport at LOW. Adult and high school level rowing instruction is conducted using Rapidan cre's fleet of racing and recreational rowin shells. Rapidan Crew was formed in 2004 with the support of the University of Mary Washington's rowing program. There are ample collegiate educational scholarships as well as competitve adult and high school opportunities in the region.
Please visit www.rapidancrew.org to learn more. |
Terri
Karfgin, President
Michael Kifferly, Secretary
E-mail: rapidancrew@gmail.com
|
| Rappahannock Group
Sierra Club |
Call for meeting dates and times. |
Bill & Joan
Hulse
972-0070 |
Rappa-Rounders |
This round dance group meets the first and third Friday of each month in the Woods Center from 7:30-10pm. Dances such as the waltz, fox trot, cha-cha, jive, bolero, tango and two-step are executed to calls from the cuer. Each year at the spring and Christmas dinner dances, the RappaRounders and the Square Dance Club join together to dance a combination of both square and round dances.
Cuers: Ozzie & Margaret Ostlund
Visitors
are welcome. |
Ozzie
& Margaret Ostlund
972-2357 Bill & Rosemary Walker
972-1375 |
Republican Women's Club (Susan
Allen) of Orange County |
This club is one of the largest and most active
Republican Women's clubs in Virginia. Our purpose
is to provide an avenue of political involvement for
women. We also have many associate members who are
men. Meetings are held monthly, usually at the Clubhouse
on the fourth Wednesday, subject to change to accommodate
the speakers. Visitors are welcome. |
Brenda Rogers, President
972-8117 |
| Sailing
Club |
The LOW Sailing Club promotes the sport of sailing by hosting organized races, sailing clinics, boat shows, rigging parties and fun social events. Competitve fleet classes participate in races and regattaas using the US Sailing Association handicap system. Non-racers welcome! Current dues are $25/year, $30 per family; racers add $80/year racing fee.
The LOW Sailing Club sponsors the Junior Sailing Program, offering spring and fall sailing clinics and summer instructional day camps for youth. Beginner and intermediate classes are held for children age eight and up at Sailboat Beach. the program introduces children to the sport of sailing and teaches basic sailing skills and boating safety using certified USSA sailing instructors. For enrollment requirements and fees, consult the LOW Sailing Club web site at www.lowsc.org |
Jimmy
Lee
Commodore
972-8920
Bob
& Mimi Doan
972-8969
Jr. Sailing program
Dan
McFarland
Vice Commodore
972-1483
Ed
Hoffman
972-9393
Adult Sailing classes |
| Softball Fun League |
This is an independent "for fun" softball league sponsored by the LOW Church and open to everyone regardless of age, experience or level of ability. Men's teams play modified fast pitch and co-ed teams play modified slow pitch. The season runs from April through September with games played at Hollyfield Park on Monday and Thursday at 7pm, and on Saturday from 9am to 1pm. Please consult the Fire and Rescue Directory for current contact information. |
Larry Graves
972-0922 |
| Solos |
Solos (Singles Of LOW) is a social group for single adults that provides members an opportuntiy to get to know other singles at LOW. Regular activities include weekly dining at nearby restaurants, holiday parties held at members' homes, cultural and recreational trips and outings and larger combined events with other area singles groups. |
Marilyn McKay
972-4968
|
| Square
Dance Club |
The Square Dance Club was the first social club organized at LOW, and in May of 2002 celebrated its 30th anniversary. Square dancing can be easily enjoyed by people of all ages in reasonably good health. No special skills are involved, and the tempo compares to that of a brisk walk.
Club members dance on the second, fourth and fifth Friday of each month at the Clubhouse lower level from 7:30-10pm.
Instruction for new dancers is offered on Monday evening from mid-September to April. Club dues and tuition are nominal. Singles, couples and families are welcome.
Upcoming Dances:
February 26 with Drew Scearce
March 12 with Gene Chamberlain
March 26 with Jimmy Roberson
(Annual Spring Dinner/Dance)
April 9 with Charlie Shoemaker
April 23 with Drew Scearce
April 30 with George Jordan
May 14 (No dance VASARDA Weekend)
May 28 with Larry Winegard
June 11 with Charlie Shoemaker
June 25 with Bill Harrison
|
President: Jim and Carol Dionne, 972-6699
Vice-President: J.T. and Margaret Darby, 972-7696 |
| Swim
Team |
The LOW Barracudas Swim Team, a member of the national division of the Fredericksburg Area Rappahannock Swim League, provides an opportunity for competitive swimming for children age four through 18. The season runs from Memorial Day weekend through mid-August for practices and swim meets. Applicable fees, discounts for multiple children in one family. Sign-up and contact information is available on the Barracudas Swim Team web site at www.lowswimteam.org |
Sheila
Wimble, Coach
972-9980 |
| Tennis
Club |
See Lake Currents for Socials, contact people,
times of play. See the web site for more information.
www.lowtennis.net |
Ken
Kaltenmark
972-2616 |
| Train Club |
Just for resident HO Model Train enthusiasts! Members work on components for a layout and participate in other projects in connection with HO model trains. Meets every Tuesday 6:30-9pm. Call for a visit. |
Harry Sandford
972-9991 |
| Water
Ski Club |
The Water Ski Club is open to children age seven to 18. From beginners to advanced skiers, training sessions start May 16, with two ski shows at the Fire and Rescue Independence Day celebration and Labor Day. Parental support and involvemnt are encouraged; watch for registration announcements in the spring.
Practices on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday
mornings from Clubhouse Dock. See our web site at LOWSkiTeam.org |
Sonny Reeves, President
972-3020
Lana Marr, VP
972-1702
Donna Pomphrey, Sect'y
455-3616 |
| Wilderness
Friends of the Library |
Started over 10 years ago at LOW, this volunteer service organization provides financial support and other services for the Wilderness Branch of the Orange County library system. Serving northeastern Orange County, the Friends conduct used book sales during the year. Annual memberships are $5 and life memberships $25. Please contact the Wilderness library if you are interested in joining this group or assisting with book sales. |
Martha Foote
972-7781
Nancy Horch
972-2599
|
| Wilderness Model Yacht Club |
This organized group is looking to attract members and establish guidelines for play. The group plans to meet monthly at one of LOWA's beaches or private docks on the Main Lake to operate Victoria remote-controlled sailboats. Watch Lake Currents for further details. |
Ed Hoffman
972-9393 |
| Wilderness
Personal Watercraft Club |
|
Donn
Huff
972-3948
ourlink123@msn.com |
| Women's
Guild (LOW Church) |
Meets first and third Thursdays September through May.
|
Iris Hamrick
972-2468
Jean Stutz
972-5408 |
| Woodworking Club |
This group welcomes individuals at all skill levels interested in woodworking projects, which include cabinetry, furniture, modeling and whittling. More advanced members teach and guide those with less experience. Meetings are held the second Thursday at 7pm in the Holcomb Bldg. |
Hal Wood
972-9803 |
