Here’s what’s happening around the neighborhood!
August Activities:
Monday 8/1 – Thursday 8/4 Beach Camp ages 5-12 at the Chickawa Outdoor Center 9am-12pm
Activities include bocce ball, corn toss, frisbee, beach tennis, flip cup, ladder golf, washer boards, beach ball volleyball, and pool games. Each camp will meet both on the Riverfront and inside the Chickawa Outdoor Center. The cost for each camp is $60/child/week. Each camp is Monday-Thursday. Kids are to bring a snack and a water bottle every day. Please email activities@saludariverclub.com to reserve a space for your child
Mondays 8/1 Ladies Bible Study at the Village Club 8-10pm
Summer Ladies Bible Study- Come join the SRC ladies as we dive into the book of James with Beth Moore’s “James Mercy Triumphs”. This is an 8 week study that will take place on Monday nights at 8pm-10pm at the Village Clubhouse from June 6th through August 1st (with the exception of July 4th). If you are interested, grab a copy of the book or contact Andrea Dunbar, 803-315-5787, for more information.
Wednesday 8/3 Matilda Jane First Fall Release at the Chickawa Outdoor Center 1-3pm
Come and preview Matilda Jane’s first fall 2016 release this Wednesday at the Chickawa Outdoor Center from 1-3pm. Adorable clothing for tweens, children, and babies. The adult line is comfortable and fashionable. Don’t miss out!
Friday 8/5 Adult Social at the Village Club 7pm
Bring your favorite adult beverage, a small snack to share, and mingle with your neighbors!
Monday 8/8 – Thursday 8/11 STEM Camp at the Chickawa Outdoor Center 9AM-12PM $40
Calling all rising 3rd-5th graders. Join your neighborhood friends for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Activities taught and facilitated by certified teachers.
RSVP to iexplorersquest@gmail.com
Questions Wendy Wells 803-518-8137 www.wendywells.info
Day One: What Floats Your Boat?-Boats, Buoyancy, & Density
It’s time to build a boat, test it’s capabilities, & then compete in a super ship sail–off challenge. Your kids will learn how to become a real-life captain and earn a digital badge each day to show they have mastered each scientific skill.
Day Two: Robotics & Programming-Dot to Dash!
In our robotics adventure, your child will learn to build and program robots such as Dot & Dash and use Lego bricks. Along the way, we will make the connection of the Tesla self-driving car and the engineering principles behind the concept.
Day Three: Lift-Off!
Build & Launch Rockets & Hot Air Balloons
Students will construct hot air balloons out of tissue paper and construct rockets and launch them, while understanding the concepts of flight, aerodynamic design, and hot air/cool air molecular structure.
Day Four: Virtual Reality
In our Virtual Reality exploration time, the participants will go on virtual trips to Mars, The Deep Ocean, Caves, Volcanoes and more with Google Cardboard, Near-Pod Virtual Reality, and View Master Virtual Reality tools.
Monday 8/8 – Thursday 8/11 BreakoutEDU at the Chickawa Outdoor Center 1-3PM $20
Calling all rising 3rd-5th graders. Join your neighborhood friends for a Breakout Game Activities taught and facilitated by certified teachers. “THE MAD ENGINEER: HEIST Story: The Mad Engineer is threatening to wipe out everyone’s bank accounts and use the money for future evil deeds. It’s up to you to put the Mad Engineer in his place and foil his dastardly plan!
RSVP to iexplorersquest@gmail.com
Questions Wendy Wells 803-518-8137 www.wendywells.info
Tuesday 8/9 Uno Pizzeria & Grill Food Sampling & Restaurant Review 7-9pm 4 Spots Left!
Join your neighbors and business sponsors of Saluda River Club Magazine on Tuesday, August 9th from 7-9pm at Uno Pizzeria & Grill at 5304 Sunset Blvd for a FREE Food Sampling of popular appetizers, entrees, and desserts (non-alcoholic drinks provided free of charge, alcoholic drinks on your own) & Survey for Restaurant Review. The event will start promptly at 7 pm and wrap up by no later than 9 pm and will be featured in the September publication of Saluda River Club Magazine. Please RSVP BY: Monday 8/1. (4 Spots Left e-mail reply toactivities@saludariverclub.com)
Thursday 8/11 Ladies Meet and Greet at the Village Club 7pm
Ladies Meet and Greet is the second Thursday of every month. Bring your favorite beverage and a snack to share.
Friday 8/12 BreakoutEDU at the Chickawa Outdoor Center 1:-2:30PM ($5)
Calling all rising high schoolers. Join your neighborhood friends for a Breakout Game.
RSVP to iexplorersquest@gmail.com
Questions Wendy Wells 803-518-8137 www.wendywells.info
Friday 8/12 Breakout/Escape game for Adults at the Village Club 6:30-7:30PM ($5)
Calling all Adults. Join your neighbors for a Breakout Game.
RSVP to iexplorersquest@gmail.com
Questions Wendy Wells 803-518-8137 www.wendywells.info
Saturday 8/13 Back to School Bash at the Chickawa Outdoor Center at 4pm
You’re invited to a Back to School Bash at the Chickawa Outdoor Center Pool. Enjoy complimentary concoctions from Kona Ice for the kids from 4-5pm by the pool.
Thursday 8/18 Men’s Night at the Village Club 7pm
Men’s Night is the Third Thursday of every month. Bring your favorite beverage and a snack.
Sunday 8/21 Damsel in Defense Event at the Village Club 3-5pm
“Our mission is to equip, empower and educate women to protect themselves and their families”. The event will feature information for protecting your loved ones, including children and teens, as well as various safety products including pepper sprays, personal alarms, stun guns, and concealed carry bags. The Damsel in Defense organization also gives back to various organizations that are making a difference in the lives of those who have been assaulted. The Hostess is Kim Martin (803)873-4339
Tuesday 8/30 Book Club at the Village Club 7:30pm
The Book Club will be reading A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman for August. Book club discussions are held at the Village Club at 7:30 on the last Tuesday of the month. Come share your thoughts on the latest book and give ideas on any future reads. If you have any questions you can contact Pat Cronin at 803-521-9138 or email at croninp32@hotmail.com
Coming in September:
Ladies Bible Study at the Village Club Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30pm
Join us for a 7-week Ladies’ Bible Study to be held each Wednesday from September 7th through October 19th at the Village Club. We will be doing a bible study by Melissa Spoelstra titled Joseph: The Journey to Forgiveness. Please contact Jennifer Winchester at 803-518-9177or jwinchester@sc.rr.com for more information.
View the full calendar at www.saludariverclub.com to see all the activities.
Wellness Programs at Saluda River Club:
Cardio Jam Classes
Mondays at 6:30-7:30pm at the Fitness Center. Cardio Jam classes are complimentary.
For more information contact belvanagasaki@gmail.com
Yoga Classes
Wednesdays at 6-7pm at the Fitness Center. Yoga classes are complimentary.