OLLI Players The OLLI Players SIG is designed for OLLI members who love the theater and enjoy being a part of the atmosphere, team and comradery that this SIG embraces. We have room for actors, carpenters, designers, stage managers and every aspect the theater has to offer. We strive to create 2 shows per year and without all the talent both on stage and off, it would not be possible. If you have a love of the theater and want to be part in any capacity, please let us know. We are a fun-loving group and you'll fit right in! Contact Mary Robert at mary.robert51@icloud. com or Francine Hachem at fjhachem@aol.com. OLLI Recorder Consort Do you play the recorder – or did you play in the past? It’s proven that music is good for the brain! Come join the OLLI Recorder Consort to awaken the joy of making music with others. We play music across a range of historic periods and types that are chosen by the group. Even if you have not played for a while, come join us. The group is open and welcoming to new members. Contact Rich Mead at rich.mead@mindspring.com. OLLI Singers The OLLI Singers SIG is designed to bring together people who enjoy singing in a chorus. We gather once a week in the Herring Center to read through various kinds of music – anything and everything from traditional folk songs to Renaissance madrigals to Broadway show tunes, depending on the number, interests and abilities of our members. The main goal is to have fun singing together as an ensemble, with occasional performances at OLLI and other area venues. All you need is good pitch and the ability to read music OR to pick it up quickly by ear. Most of our music will be sung in parts, but there may be some solos and unison singing as well. Contact Laura Becker at LLB3130@gmail.com. Open Studios The Open Studio SIG provides a welcoming place to work on your current painting and drawing projects. Share your interest in art and practice your skills with artists of all levels. Contact Paula Winiski at pwiniski@bellsouth.net. Out and About Solos If you find yourself flying solo and want to get out and about around Greenville with other OLLI members, we welcome you! This group plans activities together – such as theater outings, movies, local events, or simply meeting for coffee at a local shop. SIG members are encouraged to attend and help plan upcoming activities. Contact Melody Breen at mbreen@charter.net or Vanessa Vestergaard at vanessavav4@gmail.com. Painless Penniless Poker The Painless Penniless Poker SIG is for players who already know the rules for poker and with some experience. “Penniless” means we are not playing for money – only your pride is on the line! We play a variety of poker games each week from a list of "approved games.” Contact Dave Knox at ollidave@gmail.com or Dawn Boulos at dawnmlb.shopper@gmail.com. Pickleball This SIG offers a drop-in pickleball playing schedule. We ask that in addition to being a current member, you have a solid understanding of pickleball rules, doubles play, etiquette and scoring. The OLLI Pickleball SIG group does not teach pickleball. We use the smartphone app TeamReach to communicate and
chimes is not necessary. Ringing music with others brings joy and camaraderie to the participants. If this interests you, contact Shelden Timmerman at hsheldentimmerman@gmail.com. Italian This SIG meets via Zoom and focuses on conversational Italian with an emphasis on beginners to intermediate level Italian usage and knowledge. Our aim is to practice our Italian language skills while at the same time exploring new vocabulary. Contact Elisa Golden at e_m_golden@hotmail.com or Mary Jo Pruitt at mpruitt915@aol.com. Knitted Knockers The Knitted Knockers SIG helps women who have had mastectomies. We knit (and crochet) “Knitted Knockers” which are soft, lightweight breast prosthetics provided free of charge to women either to use pre-reconstruction, or as a more comfortable alternative to silicone prosthetics. All OLLI member knitters and crochet enthusiasts are welcome! Contact Cathy Sanchez at cathysanchez2005@yahoo.com or Sally Bornmueller at sally. bornmueller@gmail.com. Mah Jongg The Mah Jongg SIG is for experienced players who would like to get together weekly to play Mah Jongg. They also welcome those who have recently taken a Mah Jongg class or who are trying to brush up on rusty skills. They currently meet at 1:30 on Wednesdays in Manly Lobby at the Herring Center. Contact Karen Wenstrup at karenwenstrup@hotmail.com. Mexican Train This SIG is centered on the dominoes-based game, Mexican Train. All levels of play are welcome as players come together and play “house rules” in the Herring Center Manly Lobby. Contact Kathy Dorman at kathyconrad1951@gmail.com or Sally Bornmueller at sally.bornmueller@gmail.com. Modern American Canasta This SIG is for OLLI members who already know how to play Canasta. We follow Modern American Canasta rules and meet twice a month. All skill levels are welcome! Contact Beth Bare at jeterbare9@gmail.com or Fran Kaiser at frkaizy23@gmail.com. Mountain Dulcimer The Mountain Dulcimer SIG is for folks who enjoy getting together and playing the dulcimer. It is open to anyone with basic beginner to intermediate skills. The meeting will entail selecting a new song each month for everyone to practice and memorize. We will employ a “circle jam” format in which we will encourage each other by sharing our favorite songs. Each attendee must have their own dulcimer, pick and tuning instrument. Contact Christen Palombo at palombopottery@gmail.com or Clay Allen at ctallen07@gmail.com. OLLI@Habitat The OLLI@Habitat SIG is your chance to join OLLI members and work toward a meaningful purpose. It is the intention of the SIG to plan and participate in one Build day during each full OLLI term. The date will be determined by what is available with Habitat for Humanity and what we as a group are able and interested in helping with… probably not siding! SIG meetings will be “workdays” on actual Habitat for Humanity houses and members can participate as they are able. Contact Janet Aguilar at janetag1944@gmail.com.
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