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Palmetto Dunes Women's Club (PDWC)

ACTIVITIES

The Palmetto Dunes Women's Club offers a variety of activities for their members.  

 BOOK CLUBS

Interest Group Description  Limit
Book Club 1 Book discussions monthly from September thru June, the first Wednesday of the month at 1:30 PM.

18

(FULL)

Book Club Too Book discussions monthly from September thru June, the first Wednesday of the month at 2:30 PM.


18


Book Club 3 Book discussions monthly, year round, meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 5:00 PM. 

14

(FULL)

Book Club 4 Book discussions monthly, meeting the first Wednesday of the month in the afternoon.

 18

(FULL)

Book Club 5

Book discussions monthly (mid-month) on Wednesday mornings at 10:00AM.

 18

Co-Ed Book Club

Co-Ed Book discussions every other month on the next to last Tuesday of the month at 1:00PM at varying Restaurants.

 6 Couples

(FULL)

 DINNER ACTIVITIES

Interest Group Description Limit
Dine Around Town

This group meets seven times during the year. It starts in October, skips November and December, and starts up in January through May. A restaurant is chosen, usually an Early Bird with an optional menu, sometimes cocktails or a glass of wine is included A hostess for the month is responsible for selecting and working with the restaurant and then getting the invitation out through our website and keeping track of responses of the number of guests for the restaurant. It's that simple and is always a great night out. We do not meet in the summer because the restaurants are so busy they don't need the extra business. At this time participants must be fully vaccinated

*Husbands are included in this group.



 25

Pot Luck Party It’s all in the name — “Pot Luck”— which means casual, non-fussy dinner get-togethers. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month. The rest of group fills in with side dishes. BYOB. We meet monthly October through May and one summer month. 

10

(FULL)

Not So Gourmet This group has been gathering for many years and hopefully we’ll be back by October to enjoy the fun and gourmet delights. We meet October, December, February, April and June. Each couple either hosts or co-hosts so everyone participates. The hostesses provide the main course and those attending bring a dish and their own beverage. The exception is December: hostesses provide dessert and all others bring an appetizer. Hostesses decide what their celebration will look like: Casual, formal, brunch, picnic! I hope current couples will continue and others will join in the fun.


 20

Gourmet Dinner for  Eight Gourmet Dinner for Eight is just that - Gourmet. No store bought items are served. The hostess selects and prepares the main dish and guests prepare various courses as directed by the hostess. Only one restriction: it must be a new recipe that you have not made before (yes, you can give it a trial run at home) but it must be something new that you have never served before. You will be seated with different people each month. This group meets at various homes 4 times per year.  Limited to 16 participants (plus alternates).  

 

16


 COCKTAILS AND APPETIZERS

 Interest Group  Description  Limit
Happy Hours Around the World 

This adventurous group meets every other month and the hostess gets the opportunity to select the date and the country or state for the event. The hosts provide the tableware, plates, napkins and glasses for drinks. Some of our hosts have also looked up facts about the country and have even done a little decorating for the occasion (that is not necessary to do). Everyone brings their own beverage of choice. The recipe for the success of this group is the unique recipes that members find along with the good easy going company. 

Each get together is a delicious challenge and we manage to come up with authentic recipes to everyone’s delight. As we continue our taste bud travels around the world the group looks forward to the challenge of another country or state. We are excited to share our surprise recipes and worldly creations along with great conversation. A record of all the countries that have been selected has been kept and is shared with everyone to help the hostesses pick a country. This year, because of the high interest in this group we have a plan to split into 2 groups if the sign up for an event gets too large. The groups will vary from event to event. If the sign up is not too high we will remain as one group.

 

30

(FULL)


Happy 'Ours

The Happy ‘Ours group is open to couples and singles. We meet every other month (odd months)  on the second Saturday evening. In the past the norm was to meet on the second Saturday of the month but life keeps us all really busy so the date is at the hostess’s discretion. The hostess provides the setups, dessert and coffee. Everyone else attending brings an appetizer to share and their own beverage.

In addition to mingling and enjoying some marvelous appetizers the hostess chooses a game to play. We often divide into groups with the women challenging the men. Of course the women usually win! In the past we’ve played various trivia games with Hilton Head and Georgia being the themes. Jeopardy and charades have made their debuts. It’s amazing what some of the hostesses have come up with for games. What an imaginative group. Fun is had by all and no one is ever put on the spot.

In January each year we have our re-gifting/ white elephant party instead of the customary game. This is always the highlight of the year with many memorable moments. Hopefully in September we will be able to restart our group. It’s been a long time and no schedule so far. With that in mind feel free to sign up for this group so you will be on the email list regarding start dates. Looking forward to seeing many of our past members as well as some new faces. Everyone is asked to host in their home. When everyone takes a turn you often host once every 2 years. Our group enjoys the company of couples and singles alike. Any questions about the group, feel to call. 


 20

Happy Tizers I Group meets at the home of one of the members. The format is -all guests bring an appetizer to share and their own beverages. Significant others are included. The hostess provides plates, napkins, etc., and a dessert-like finale. Meetings occur in September, November, January, March, and May.

25

Tapas at Home

Tapas is defined as a savory small plate or serving of Spanish -now international- cuisine. Sharing tapas dishes is a great way to socialize, try something new and sample a variety of foods in one meal. This group (couples or singles) meets the second Friday, 6:00-9:00 pm, on even numbered months at a designated member home. Everyone brings a tapas dish to share and a personal beverage of choice. The hostess provides setups and dessert.

 

25

Tasty Tidbits We are a group of women who share tasty appetizers and good conversation. We hope to meet every other month at a member's home. Everyone brings an appetizer to share and a personal beverage. Dessert and coffee is provided by the hostess. There is a limit of 20 people so smaller venues can be utilized. Please call Helene if you have any questions.

 

20


 GAMES

 Interest Group  Description  Limit
Canasta (Evening) This Canasta group will resume meeting in September. We meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Each member will take a turn hosting and providing simple snacks. We do have some openings for anyone interested. We welcome new members

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Mah Jongg 

There’s a game every Thursday afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00 that is open to all members.  If you’re a Mah Jongg player, or want to learn how to play, we hope you will join our group. Many of our members have been getting together as foursomes and playing for years.  It’s a fun, casual group and you don’t have to commit to playing every week. Members receive a weekly invitation to the Thursday game from the PDWC website with information about the next game and all you have to do is “register” if you want to play. The only requirement to play with this group is that you must have received both your COVID vaccinations

Don’t know how to play but want to learn? Let us know and we’ll be glad to teach you. It’s a lot of fun, not hard to learn and we’d love to have you mush tiles with us. 

 
Mah Jongg for $$$ This group meets twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at a member's home from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. The hostess will provide appetizers and participants will BYOB. A cocktail, some appetizers and Mah Jongg! What a great way to enjoy an evening.  (See Betting Rules).  
Games, Games, Games 

Our Games Night group is for couples who enjoy getting together for an evening of fun, laughter, and lively conversation. Our main focus is, of course, games—dominoes, board games, or card games—which are chosen by the host, who is always delighted to teach those who are new to the game. We meet monthly on the fourth Thursday evening (except November and December) with members taking turns hosting and providing snacks, beverages, and dessert. For an evening of fun and relaxation, with a smidgeon of competitiveness thrown in—Let the games begin!

 

10

(FULL)



 ADVENTURES AROUND TOWN

 Interest Group  Description  Limit
Gallery Hopping This group visits galleries and cultural destinations in the area. “Hops” are selected based upon what’s current and seasonal. No hops are planned yet but members will be advised over email when we will resume. Many galleries and art destinations have reopened with precautions taken for safety. Please support the ARTS!  
Movie and a Bite to Eat Looks like we may be able to get our Movie and a Bite to Eat going in the Fall. We have held our outing once a month on a Monday having dinner then a movie if you so decide. We have been fluid with some coming for dinner only and many partaking in dinner and movie if there is something to see. This is a very friendly group and a great way to meet people especially if you are new to the area. I am always looking for suggestions and we enjoy trying a new restaurant and giving our opinions if they are worthy of a repeat. I hope to see many of our old members and look forward to meeting new members in the Fall. Let us plan on October once things quiet down.   
Island Hoppers 

Island Hoppers love to hop around the area and enjoy all sorts of activities. Our trips highlight the arts, nature, history, cooking, gardening, seasonal activities, and all things fun. We are looking for more ladies to join the committee. Being on the committee is as much fun as going on the outings. We also welcome any suggestions you may have for an outing for the group. Come join us on our next fabulous adventure!

 
Lunch and a Movie  The Lunch and a Movie Group typically meets the third Thursday of the month at a local restaurant about 12 noon. Then the group is presented a list of movies showing that afternoon. After lunch, those that choose, proceed to a movie of their choice. Sometimes the entire group goes to the same movie, sometimes the group splits up. No matter how the group proceeds, it is certainly a pleasant way to spend an afternoon with friends, while keeping current on the movie world.

The Lunch and a Movie Group will attempt to begin meeting again in September. Those that are comfortable may feel free to attend. By September most if not all PDWC women should have received their Covid vaccinations and according to the CDC, small group meetings are deemed safe. Look for invites from our software wild apricot beginning the start of September. Hope to see you and renew friendships then!
 

 COMMUNITY PROJECTS

 Interest Groups  Description  Limit
Life Story Writers  We are a caring group that feels it is important to record our stories or those of our families. Yes, it is a little, or maybe a lot of work, but satisfying. With gentle prodding or questions we encourage each other as we listen to your story. Join us on the first Thursday of each month at 1:30 pm.  We rotate the  hostess for each meeting.   
Special Projects 

This group works on special projects throughout the year to address specific needs on the Island.  It provides individual women an opportunity to feel that they are lending a helping hand in a personal and productive way.  Some of the projects this past year have included the following:

  • For the participants in Meals on Wheels:  110 Holiday arrangements were designed, warm lap robes and quilts were collected for the cold weather; and 95 pots of artificial flowers were arranged for spring decorations. 
  • For Sandalwood Food Pantry we conducted a food drive.
  • For the underprivileged at the local schools we collected school supplies.
Members are notified of the needs and the work is sometimes done as one large group or on an individual basis which is combined for the end result.  No Special Talents needed! 
 
Beach Sweepers  Take a morning stroll on the beach to help clean the beach. Outings take place the first Tuesday of the month at 8:00 AM, starting at the Dunes House.   
 New Members' Tea

This group is for all New Members or recent members who would like to attend a tea to meet other new members and obtain information about the organization and various groups. Board members and group leaders attend when able to share information. A visual presentation of the web page is usually offered. 

 

 ATHLETIC ENDEAVORS

 Interest Groups Description Limit
Pedal Pushers /
Pedal Pushers Thursday
Bicycle adventurers who meet once a month between September and May, on the third Wednesday/Thursday of the month at 11:15 AM.  
Nine and Whine Meets once a month. We play fun games – individual or teams - to even out the playing field. A different member hosts each month to decide the game, the teams, and provide prizes. It was nice to be able to get out and see our members this past year.   
Rowing and Sculling 

Interest group who actively row and scull on the peaceful and beautiful waters of Broad Creek.

Read more about Rowing.

 

WILD APRICOT TRAINING

 Interest Groups  Description
 Members Learn how to get the full experience from the PDWC website. This course will show you how to use the directory look-up function, keep your personal information/club participations current, browse the newsletter and stay informed on current club events.
 Group Leaders Learn how to cut down the time managing your group. How to sent up automatic invitations, monitor registrations and keep your activity in the forefront - on the CALENDAR. Learn shortcuts that will enable you to set up months a head of time with little effort on your part.

Palmetto Dunes Women's Club is a 501(c)4 non-profit organization. 

PDWC@PDWC.club

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