2026-2027 Calendar Information

Programs are held at The Chapel in the Pines at 2:00 PM unless               otherwise stated

SEPTEMBER 3:

Opening Meeting (all non-members and guests, including male guests) are welcome to attend this meeting,

$5 charge for  non-members and guests

Topic: Brain Changes: Symptoms of and how to support those with brain changes.      

Speaker: Dr. Karen D. Sullivan: an award winning board certified neuropsychologist; recipient of the Moore County Community Foundation Woman of the Year award; author of the book, I Care For Your Brain: Interactive Stroke Recovery Guide; and the founder of the non-profit foundation Still Us.

*We will be collecting school supplies for West Elementary School:  #2 pencils, antiseptic wipes, glue sticks, tissues, & zip lock bags (all sizes)

**September 19 COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT: Rise Against Hunger 8:30-11 AM  https://riseagainsthunger.org/

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OCTOBER 1:      (Breast Cancer Awareness Month-Members are encouraged to wear pink)

Topic: Emergency Prep

Speaker: 7 Lakes Fire and Rescue Chief David Alston

*Fire Safety Items will be raffled: Smoke Detectors, Fire Blankets, and Extinguishers

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NOVEMBER 5:

Topic: Food Insecurity

Speaker: Ciara Sheerin of 7 Sparrows, will present information on the hunger issues that impact our local community members.

*We will be collecting food & toiletries for 7 Sparrows 

**November 11 COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT: American Red Cross Blood Drive, click on the link to schedule a time to donate. 9AM-1:30 PM at the Seven Lakes North Side Club House

 https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html?   srsltid=AfmBOorO4XHjACSeUmXhZH0fSQqHuLUeNDiuJpdD1v2OwAne3HbWRKRh

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DECEMBER 3:

Topic: Salty Boards Charcuterie Demonstration and Festive Songs ($5)

Speaker: Sarah Reagan, owner of Salty Boards will demonstrate the art of creating charcuterie boards. Members and guests will   have an opportunity to sample her delicious boards. 

December 5: ANNUAL HOLIDAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER at the  North Side Club House  8:00 – 11:00 am. Bring the children to meet Santa! 

*We will be collecting Pre-school Books for local daycares

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JANUARY 7: LUNCH Meeting at Southside Grill 11:30 AM (Order from their menu)

Topic: The Linus Project

Speaker: Linda Stevens is the director of the Linus Project, a non-profit organization that makes blankets for children in need.

*Reconnect and recharge after the Holidays by attending the lunch  *please email Wof7Lakes@gmail.com for reservations

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FEBRUARY 4:      NOON     LUNCH & GAMES ($5)  (Wear Red to Support Women’s Heart Health Month)

Topic: Women's Health Issues

Speaker: TBA

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MARCH 4:

Topic: Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe

Speaker: David Hughes, will present information on the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence

*We will be collecting items for the senior Easter Baskets

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APRIL 1:      1-4 PM

Meeting is at Clara McLean House (Presentation and Tour)

April 3: ANNUAL PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER at the Seven Lakes Northside Club House 5-7 PM. Tickets may be purchased at: (online ticket sales link to be added)  

*We will be collecting items for The Clara McLean House

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MAY 6:    11 AM  BRUNCH Potluck  (Sign-up information TBA)

Charitable organizations we are donating money to will be present to receive their donations and speak briefly about how the donation supports their organizations.

May 17  COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT: Red Cross Blood Drive 9 AM-1:30 PM  Click on the link below to schedule a time to donate. 9AM-1:30 PM at the Seven Lakes North Side Club House 

 https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html?     srsltid=AfmBOorO4XHjACSeUmXhZH0fSQqHuLUeNDiuJpdD1v2OwAne3HbWRKRh