Venice History Museum
Sept 23rd @ 11:00am
The Venice History Museum preserves the cultural heritage of Venice and its neighboring communities with temporary and permanent exhibits. The museum resides in the former Triangle Inn, which the City of Venice saved from demolition and relocated to the Cultural Campus. Built in 1927, the building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the Venice Register of Historical Resources. It is a beautiful example of Venice’s Northern Italian style of architecture. The building is also home to the administrative offices of Historical Resources. **The limit for our group size is 25. When: Wednesday September 23 @ 11:00 (tour lasts approximately 1 hour) Where: The Venice History Museum, 351 Nassau Street South The cost is FREE! For those interested after the tour, we will take a short walk to Lord Higel's Coffee House, 409 Granada Ave. RSVP: in TeamReach, GROUP CODE: IWSSHistorytour2026, choose the calendar to access the event and PLEASE Make sure to RSVP to be counted. A waitlist will automatically be created once the limit is reached. For those who are not familiar with the Team Reach app, see instructions below:
How to use the Team Reach App to join a team.
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From your smartphone app store, download the TeamReach App.
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Open the App and select the + key at the top middle of the screen
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Select “join group”
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Enter Group Code IWSSHistorytour2026
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IMPORTANT: Once you join the team, you will still need to RSVP to an event if requested by the host. Using the calendar icon, select the event and follow the prompt to RSVP.
The Lunch Bunch
Sept 24th @ 12:00
Dockside Waterside Grill
Please make reservations as soon as possible because we have a limit of 20 ladies. Contact Judy Spiller at 423-871-1415 or spill78@gmail.com. We also have carpool available if you need a ride.
Crafting Bonsai Making
Sept 29th @ 10 – 12 NOON
IW Crafting Room
Bonsai is the ancient Japanese art of cultivating miniature trees in a variety of containers. Minimum required participants 10, maximum 18. Price $40 - $50 You will walk away with a real potted bonsai plant that you have arranged. A detailed flyer follows. Call Rosie Percal with any questions at 954- 914-5483.
MuMu Monday
Oct 5th @ 3:30pm
Beachcombers on Manasota Key
Slip into your most colorful MuMu and join the Social Sisters for an afternoon of festive cocktails, tasty snacks and plenty of fun.
Please text Judy Macy 812-675-1002 to sign up
The Breakfast Club
Oct 13th @ 9:30am
Le Petit Jardin, 1500 E. Venice Ave
Specializing in Crepes, but with other traditional breakfasts as well.
Please RSVP Kathie Forlini 215-704-6997
Fashion Show
Oct 14th @ 10 - 12 Noon
Patchington Boutique, 136 W Venice Ave #138
Open to 40 attendees. TEXT Holly 941-661-4452 by Sept. 15 to sign up. $10 per person payable in advance by Zelle, Venmo, Cash or Personal Check (for your convenience, there is a Fashion Show drop off bag on my front lanai – 13291 Borrego St.)
TGIF Pool Party
Oct 16th @ 3:00pm
Club House Pool
No RSVP necessary, just a bathing suit, your noodle, sunscreen and a beverage of choice. Join your Social Sisters for a cool and relaxing afternoon.
Kinusaiga
IW Crafting Room, Oct 20th @ 2 - 6pm
IW Craft Room
Kinusaiga (also known as "quilt without thread") is a traditional Japanese craft originating in the 1980s. Instead of sewing or stitching, you transfer a design onto a foam or wooden board, score grooves into the base, and press scrap fabric edges into the slits with a blunt tool. Min 10 / Max 20.
Price $35 includes all your materials.
Call Helene Taylor @ 508-333-8666 with any questions
Dinners On The Town
Oct 21st @ 6:00pm
Leone’s Italian Restaurante & Pizzeria
1180 Jacaranda Blvd (near Aldi’s)
Husbands, Significant Others and Single Ladies are welcome to join us for our FIRST & FUTURE Dinners on the Town.
Limited to 40 attendees.
Please TEXT Kathie Forlini at 215-704-6997
Wine Tasting - California
Oct 25th @ 3 - 6:00pm
Debbie Koo's home 13258 Rinella St
Sign up via TeamReach, GROUP CODE: 2026wine / select calendar to see details and RSVP to the Event
Event is SOLD OUT waitlist has been created
Wine Tasting Events
There is a Team Reach Group called IWSS wine tasting and the Group Code is 2026wine. Unless specified otherwise, going forward we will be using Team Reach for ALL Social Sister Wine Tasting Events communication (details can also be found in the monthly newsletter, The Monthly Buzz) therefore you will need to use the app to ensure you receive all announcements.
**NOTE: We need hosts to make Wine Tastings a consistent monthly event, so please volunteer to organize one wine tasting!! It does not have to be in your home, for example you can organize your event at a local wine bar, a restaurant, the Clubhouse Lanai, etc. Simply send your ideas and event information to manuelliepat@gmail.com.
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For those who are not familiar with the Team Reach app, see instructions below:
How to use the Team Reach App to join a team.
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From your smartphone’s app store, download the TeamReach App.
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Open the App and select the + key at the top middle of the screen
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Select “join group”
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Enter Group Code 2026wine
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IMPORTANT: Once you join the team, you will still need to RSVP to an event if requested by the host. Using the calendar icon, select the event and follow the prompt to RSVP.
Any questions or difficulties please email Patty Manuelli at manuellipat@gmail.com.
Safety Class:
Everyday Safety Mistakes We Make and How to Avoid Being an Easy Target!
Oct 26th @ 10:30 - noon
IslandWalk Event Center
Small habits can leave us distracted or unprepared.
Join Laura Fogarty, Personal Safety Educator with Damsel in Defense, for a practical discussion about recognizing potential danger and making more confident safety decisions. Learn about common mistakes people make.
Build awareness, ask questions, and walk away with practical habits you can use every day.
Please RSVP to Laura at 703-346-6045.
Halloween Cookie Decorating
Oct 27th @ 10 - 12 Noon
The Cookie Cottage, 335 Gillespie Ave, Sarasota
All instruction and supplies are included. You will leave with approximately a dozen cookies. Cost $30 payable at the time of reservation to Paula Rudler. TEXT Paula 814-853-8575 to register. Limited to 30 ladies. There will be Bloody Mary’s, Mimosas, Cider and Water. Please wear a Halloween shirt or hat. Prizes will be awarded. Transportation is on your own, but you can carpool. Please let Paula know if you are interested in lunch afterwards at The Breakfast Cottage which is in the same compound.
Sourdough Class
Nov 14th @ 2 - 5:00pm
Resort Center, Arts & Crafts Room
Tara from Gather & Grain will lead a “hands on” class in the art of making sourdough bread. $50 per person includes all the supplies. Class is limited to 20 people. Email Susanne Southwell travelingsue1@yahoo.com for additional information.
Call Tara 813-766-8996 to sign up and arrange payment. A detailed flyer will appear on the website and Facebook page.
Venice Holiday Boat Parade
Dec 5th @ 4:30 - 9:00pm
Danielle’s Dock in Osprey
Islandwalk Socal Sisters has reserved boats to take us on the Intercoastal for an evening of fun at the Venice Boat Parade, December 5! This is a BYOB event and please bring something to eat, sandwiches, cheese & crackers, etc. Also, it's great fun to wear your festive holiday attire! Seating is VERY limited and a wait list will be activated. The price is $110 per person which includes the boat, fuel, The Captain, light snacks and the Captain's tip.
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Please email Tori Lanzit to reserve your seat at ToriLanzit@gmail.com. Once confirmed, a payment of $110 will be required via Zelle, Venmo or check. Event details will be shared in a separate email a week prior to the event.
SAVE THE DATES
Focaccia Class, Tuesday 3/2/27 11:30 – 1:00: Limit 14, $65pp (Includes all your supplies)
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Charcuterie Class, Tuesday 4/2/27 11:30 – 1:00: Limit 14, $65pp (Includes all your supplies) Full details to follow as we get closer
Monthly Activities
MUMU MONDAY - Slip into your most colorful MuMu, this casual gathering is all about relaxing, connecting and celebrating Happy Hour “Island style”.
BREAKFAST CLUB – Discover new locally-owned hot spots to start your day with a group of friends.
LUNCH BUNCH – A fun way to connect, laugh and discover some great local restaurants. Each month we’ll visit a new spot giving us the perfect excuse to enjoy delicious food and even better company.
DINING ON THE TOWN – Each month the Social Sisters and their husbands or significant others and singles will enjoy dinner out at one of our many wonderful restaurants.
TGIF POOL PARTY – Grab your towel, your noodle, sunscreen and a smile, BYOB. Everyone into the pool!
WINE TASTING – This very popular monthly activity is held in a member’s home. Guests each bring a bottle of wine to compliment the theme along with an appetizer to share. The wines are tasted as a group and discussed. Participants enjoy a social get-together while being exposed to wines from around the world. In addition to home tastings, host can select other venues such as wine bars around town or the recreation center lanais. Each host will choose the location/food/wines etc
CRAFTING & SPECIAL EVENTS – Awaken your inner artist, chef or adventurer. Crafting & Special Events will have you painting, making, cooking, discovering, watching, tasting, modeling, listening… The possibilities are endless.
* Possibilities *
BEACH SOCIAL – Bring a beach chair and beach friendly beverage to enjoy the sunset by the Gulf.
BOOK CLUB – Meetings could be held monthly to discuss selected books of common interest.
CHRISTMAS PARTY – A Pre-Holiday get together to prepare us for the Season. A “Cookie Exchange” perhaps.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH – Perhaps “Adopt a Family for The Holidays”
MORNING COFFEE WALK – Join your Social Sisters in Downtown Wellen to walk around the lake and enjoy a cup of coffee at Foxtails.
NEIGHBORHOOD SOCIAL – A great way to meet the other Sisters on your street. BYOB and an appetizer or dessert to share.
SHARK TOOTH HUNTING – An early morning visit to the beach to hunt for Venice’s natural resource.
WELCOME BACK SNOWBIRD POTLUCK LUNCHEON – Let’s “Welcome Back” our part-time friends.
WINE WALKING – Finish your healthy walk around the community with a friendly glass of wine.
OUR EVENTS ARE ONLY LIMITED BY OUR IMAGINATION AND NEW VOLUNTEERS.
*Coordinators & hosts are needed. If you would like to volunteer, please complete the form on our Contact Page.