The Indigo Run Women’s Club (IRWC) was formed to promote community spirit and fellowship among the residents of Indigo Run. The club provides an opportunity for women moving into Indigo Run to find new friends who share common interests. In this way it helps ease the transition into a new home.
Currently there are over 230 members who are enjoying the benefits of membership. These include quarterly luncheon meetings, social gatherings, educational programs, and interest groups. IRWC sponsored events are listed on the community calendar on the COA website and the club publishes a monthly newsletter. Membership is open to all female residents, full and part-time, for an annual membership fee of $25. If interested, please contact Pat Kollar, Hospitality Chair, at 342-6796.
The Women’s Club has published a community cookbook as a fundraiser to benefit local charities. They make wonderful hostess gifts and can be purchased by contacting the current president, Linda Petkov, at 689-9771 .
Committees plan IRWC activities. The Hospitality Committee plans and hosts “Welcoming Receptions” for prospective and new members. The Newsletter Committee assists with the distribution of the monthly newsletter. The Social Events Committee plans and hosts a variety of events such as “Cheers”, a boat cruise, and movie nights. The Program Committee plans and implements the four scheduled club meetings, the annual Holiday Dinner Dance, and any additional special programs.
Interest Groups
Afternoon at the Movies
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month for a late afternoon showing and dinner (Sept – June)
Book Clubs - Morning and Evening
Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month (Sept – June) in members’ homes to discuss previously chosen book selections.
Daytime Bridge
Meets the year round the 1st Wednesday of each month at 10 AM at Indigo Hall. Each member brings her own sandwich and hostesses provide snacks and beverages.
Evening Bridge
Meets year round on the 2nd Monday of each mongh at 7 PM in members’ homes. Members take turns being hostess.
Duplicate Bridge
Meets year round on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10 AM at Indigo Hall. Each member brings her own sandwich and hostesses provide snacks and beverages.
Marathon Bridge
Women in this group choose a partner for the year and play a session with each of the other pairs. The group meets September through May, with scores from all sessions accumulated to determine a winning pair.
Couples Bridge
Meets year round on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 7 PM at Indigo Hall. Members take turns providing light refreshments for the group.
Couples Marathon Bridge
Couples in this group meet in members’ homes from September through May to play a session with other couples. Scores from all sessions are accumulated to determine the winning couples. Additional dues are required.
Desperate Housewives
Designed specifically for young mothers in our community whose busy schedules often do not permit them to participate in other IRWC activities. Monthly meetings held with dinner, a movie, or other event.
Dinner Club
Four dinners for eight people are scheduled during the year. Menus and recipes are provided for people so that everyone brings a designated course to the host’s home. Those who sign up during the year will be put on the “Sub” list. Additional dues are required.
Garden Club
Meets the 2nd Wednesday (Sept – June). Programs include visits to private local gardens, special garden tours, speakers, and workshops. Dues of $15 are payable in advance to the chair for speakers and programs.
Mah Jongg
This group meets weekly on Monday evenings at 7:30 PM at The Golf Club card room.
Out-to-Lunch Groups
One group meets the 4th Tuesday, the other the last Wednesday (Sept – May). The hostess for each luncheon chooses the restaurant and informs the members.
Outing Club
Meets several times a year for outdoor activities such as kayaking, nature tours, or beach walks.
Theatre Group
This group attends area plays and theatre presentations usually after dining out together. The group chair selects which programs to attend based on reviews and availability. Couples and singles are always welcome.
Walk This Way
Interested exercise enthusiasts meet to walk as a group. They meet at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings at Indigo Hall. Participate whenever you can. Newcomers are always welcome.
What a Stitch!!
A gathering of needlework enthusiasts. Each lady bring whatever handwork she likes, such as knitting, crocheting, embroidery, needlepoint, quilting, etc. The group meets the 1st Wednesday of the month in a member’s home.
Write Your Life’s Story
This small group meets monthly to encourage one another and share ideas for recording your life story, experiences from it, and life lessons learned.
Indigo Run Women’s Club 2009-2010 Board Members
President Linda Petkov 689-9771
Vice-President – Programs Jane Collura 682-3610
Vice-President – Admin Lynn Ovelman 681-2111
Corresponding Secretary Sue Levesque 342-7899
Recording Secretary Susan Case 842-2702
Treasurer Gayle Lang 342-5595
Membership Barbara Pawlawski 342-5008
Re-enrollment/Recruitment Kay Kern 681-8121
Betty Hambleton 342-5578
Hospitality Pat Kollar 342-6796
Interest Groups Joan Battiste 689-2410
Karen Gobrecht 342-7171
Newsletter Editor Karen Fitzgerald 682-2556
Newsletter Distribution Mary Smith 681-8696
Social Sancy Schaefer 681-5259
Community Liaison Peggy Walczak 342-5507
Historian/Publicity Betty Inman 682-4709 | 
