Symphony Village Clubs & Activities
Symphony Village Clubs and Continuing Activities are listed below. For more information on a particular club or activity, phone the contact person. For the schedules of the committees, clubs, and activities, check the SV Calendar.
NOTE: People named herein are responsible for notifying the Publications and Communications Committee of changes to contacts and for notifying the Calendar Editor for changes in days and times of activities listed on the SV Calendar.
Artisans Guild: Janet O'Connor. 410-375-7081
The SV Artisan’s Guild Committee promotes the artistic talents of our community members by conducting periodic art shows in the Clubhouse’s Concert Hall. All forms of art can be displayed in the shows and can be offered for sale at the choice of each individual artist.
Bird Club: Volunteer Position Open!!!
The SV Bird Club is a small group of people who enjoy watching, feeding, and talking about birds. Watch the Activities Book at the Clubhouse for upcoming events and trips.
Bible Study Group: Eunice Cordrey, 443-262-8346
The Bible study is open to everyone and is non-denominational. We meet weekly on Fridays at the Clubhouse, at 1:00 p.m. You are welcome to join us as we fellowship and grow in our faith. We have many interesting discussions as we dig deep into the study of God's Word. For more information, give me a call.
Billiards: Lewis Detch, 410-991-3175
We play billiards Monday thru Saturday between nine to noon and have 6 to 8 players. We alternate teams playing either eight ball or nine ball.
Bocce: Tony Cipriano, 443-262-8610
We have lots of fun playing bocce on Wednesdays @ 3pm March-May; Wednesdays @ 5:30 June-August; and Wednesdays @ 3pm Sept-Oct. The courts are located beside the Picnic Pavilion behind the Clubhouse. New players are always welcome!
Book Club - Reading for Fun: Joe Sikes, 443-262-8524
Our book club normally meets monthly in the Clubhouse. In 2020 we started meeting virtually on Zoom until further notice. Anyone is welcome to attend. The Libretto publishes a review of the previous month's book. The upcoming schedule and list of books is also included along with directions for a zoom invitation.
Bowling: Carl Collins (410-758-2058)
SV Bowling occurs at the Severna Park Lanes in Severna Park, MD on Tuesdays. We meet in the East parking lot of the Clubhouse at Noon for carpooling. Cost is $10.00. This includes two games (Duck Pins or Ten Pins), shoes, balls, and a choice of a hot dog and chips or a slice of pizza, and soda, tea, or water. Skill is not a requirement. Contact is Jim Cooke 443-262-8146.
Bridge: Wednesday night 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; Thursday afternoon 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Bridge is played at the Clubhouse. All levels of bridge players are welcome, but some bridge experience is needed. To play, contact Carol Hodges, 410-758-0591. If interested in learning bridge, contact Carol Hodges for information on beginning bridge instruction.
Bunco:
Red Team – Cindy Bogner 703-655-6505
Blue Team – Co-Chairs: Candi Nilsson, 410-643-1323 and Julia Detch, 443-262-8681
CERT: John Olson, 443-262-8458
The mission of the Symphony Village Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is twofold: (1) to prepare, protect, and assist our families, friends, and neighbors within Symphony Village as first responders in the event of a minor or major disaster before official emergency personnel can arrive, and (2) to assist the Queen Anne’s County Emergency Management organization, as required, within Queen Anne’s County in the event of a major disaster. To become a member, a person needs to complete a certification course in CERT including CERT procedures, first aid, CPR, and use of an AED (defibrillator). Anyone is welcome to join CERT; we especially need persons with medical, fire, current CPR/AED/First Aid Certifications, or similar backgrounds and training. We have meetings about every 6 weeks and often have local speakers. We periodically have refresher training and drills. Contact John for more information and to join a class.
Cycling: Lloyd McAtee, 410-758-2443
Many SV cyclers meet mid-morning every other day, weather permitting, at 346 Overture Way. We make every effort to cycle on farm roads that have minimal traffic other than friendly deer. We also like cycling the Xisland trail, Wye Island area, Romancoke, etc. Rides average twenty-five miles in length. Contact Lloyd McAtee if you are interested in cycling with us. Your name will be added to the list of cyclers. A text will be sent to you the evening of the next days planned cycling. Please remember that helmets are necessary along with a light at each end of your bike & water.
Dining-In: Volunteer Position Open!!!
Dining-In is a neighborhood social program in which residents meet for dinner in groups of 7-10 people, sharing the food cost and preparation. This is a wonderful way to get to know your neighbors, whether your single or a couple! Guests will be randomly assigned to a host home and notified 5 days before the dinner. Dates will be announced and sign-up will be in the activities book in the Clubhouse. Residents with questions about this activity may call Debi Wells, 443-262-8248.
Dominoes: Volunteer Position Open!!!
There are a number of different types of dominoes games. we are currently playing Mexican Train. Most domino games are blocking games, i.e., the objective is to empty one's hand whilst blocking the opponents. In the end, a score may be determined by counting the spots (called pips) in the losing players' hands.
Golf:
Men’s Golf: Mike King, 443-262-9450, cell 443-262-1465; Allan Levin, cell 410-299-0998
We play nine holes Wednesdays and Fridays at Blue Heron Golf Course for $18 each time. Meet at the Clubhouse parking lot at 9 a.m. to carpool. All golfers are welcome!
Women’s Golf: Carol Hodges, 410-758-0591
Women play nine holes of golf on Wednesdays and Fridays at Blue Heron for $18. We meet in the Clubhouse parking lot to carpool. Call Carol to get on the email list for weekly notices. Come join us!
Hand and Foot: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m. in the Card Room, Debbie Buss at 410-533-6150
Hand and Foot is a North American game related to Canasta, in which each player is dealt two sets of cards - the hand, which is played first, and the foot, which is played when the hand has been used up. There are numerous variations of this game and no standard rules.
Healthy Lifestyles Meets every Wednesday at 10AM in the small conference room, Carolyn Harty, cell 703-203-6696
Healthy Lifestyles is a group formed to promote healthy living through shared discussion and education. Participants will be exploring diet, exercise, sleep, stress, mental health, and all aspects of personal wellness that contribute to healthy living.
Knitting and Crocheting: Nicole Lembke, 443-871-2872.
Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting? Do you need a bit of help with a new or ongoing project? Do you like company as you work? This group is for you! We meet on Mondays at 10 a.m. in the Arts and Crafts Room at the Clubhouse. Bring anything you are working on.
Lunch Bunch: Marge Strano and Bea Trotta.
The Lunch Bunch plans one outing a month to a special restaurant. If you need a ride, please contact Bea or Marge. Watch for the month’s sign-up sheet in the Activities Book at the Clubhouse for detailed information.
Mah Jong: Carol Hodges, 410-758-0591
Mah Jong is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. It is a good “brain stimulation” game, yet not hard to learn. We meet to play several times each week at the Clubhouse. Check the calendar for times and place. Both experienced players and newcomers are welcome. For more information or to schedule lessons please call Carol.
Outreach Program: JoAnn Walker, 410-336-6894
The Symphony Village Outreach Program, Inc., was formed to volunteer financial support for local services and support educational programs and other charitable organizations in Queen Anne's County. We also provide short term assistance for SV residents during times of illness, disabilities, and death in their family through our sub-committee, Neighbor to Neighbor. We are a registered 501(c)(3) corporation. We sponsor fundraiser events such as our Annual Card Party in January, a Food Drive in November for the QAC Food Bank as well as other events throughout the year. We also sponsor a monthly Bingo Night throughout the year. These events enable SV Outreach to assist our community partners, including:
Hospice of Queen Anne’s County
Crossroads Community Dental Program
University of Maryland Shore Emergency Center
Centreville Police Dept.
Goodwill Fire Company
Our Haven Shelter
Centreville Food Bank Backpacks for Kids Program Queen Anne's Art Council Troop 464 Camp Scholarships
Painting Group: Peggy Decker, 626-833-1056
Need a place to do your latest painting project, or learn a new technique, or just share painting ideas? Come to meet with other artists in the Arts and Crafts Room on Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30. Call Peggy if any questions.
Pickleball: Rosemary Rosenberger, 443-262-8452 (home); 443-676-3875 (cell)
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines the elements of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. Four (doubles) or two (singles) players use paddles to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net on a court one fourth the size of a tennis court. Pickleball is said to be one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. Pickleball is great exercise for our community of 55+ active adults. We welcome all Symphony Village members to play!
Please join us in play at our SV Pickleball Courts located at the Tennis Courts – or just stop by to see what it is all about and borrow a paddle from a player and give it a try. Check the Symphony Village Master Calendar for “meet-up” days/times, as well as the monthly Libretto for additional pickleball information. You can also grab a group of your own to play on non-scheduled days/times. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to call Rosemary for more info.
Pinochle: Volunteer Position Open!!!
Pinochle is a card game played with a 40-card deck. It is a lot of fun and easy to learn. No experience is necessary to join our group one or two evenings a week at the Clubhouse. New players are always welcome. We are trying to increase the numbers in our little group, so if you are interested in seeing how the game is played, please join us!
Poker: Reggie Farrar, 443-466-8945
We are a group of men and women who meet Wednesdays at the Clubhouse to play Dealer’s Choice. All are welcome to join us.
Quilting: MaryKay Kerr, 240-281-7246
SV Quilting Club meets in the Craft Room at the Clubhouse the first and third Tuesday of the month at 10 am. The members represent all levels of quilting expertise from beginner to experienced. We welcome new members anytime! Besides the regular meetings, the group periodically has all day quilt-a-thons, takes classes at various quilt shops, and goes on field trips to different quilt shows and shops.
Scrabble: Judy Brown, 410-758-3444
Challenge your brain. Join us in a friendly game to increase your use and knowledge of words. Come to the Arts and Crafts Room at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Social Singles: Volunteer Position Open!!!
We are a lively and active group of single women and men who live in SV. We try to schedule one monthly outing that will include lunch along with an interesting side trip. All SV singles are invited to participate in any of our activities. Watch the Activities Book at the Clubhouse for upcoming outings.
Tennis: Larry Miller, 443-262-8270
One of the SV courts is routinely used for tennis Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Both courts are lined for pickleball as well as for tennis. See the pickleball schedule. Your help identifying residents interested in tennis, especially those new to Symphony Village, would be appreciated. See you on the courts.
Water Aerobics: Barbara Ackermann 443-797-4569 or Harriett Goodmuth 410-758-6596
We are a lively group of men and women who meet Monday through Friday to work out in the pool and to socialize as a side benefit. It is a great way to keep active and to stay fit and healthy, and it is lots of fun! All are welcome to join us at any of our sessions. We begin at 9 a.m.