Regularly Scheduled Activities
- The activities described here occur on a regular schedule during the Winter Season, and many are now also available year round.
- Most occur on a weekly basis but some are more or less frequent.
- These activities are not on the online calendar except for special events or parties associated with the activity.
- Click on the activity link below to see more detail including who is the chairperson and if there is a cost to participate.
- Click RSA Summary List 2022 2023 R8 3-1-2023 for a printable summary list of activities, days, times, and location. Check back as the details for these activities continue to be submitted and activities may change.
Bible Study --- Monday 3:30-4:30 pm
Bible Study and Time of Prayer
Day: Mondays
Time:
- 3:00 pm Time of Prayer
- 3:30-4:30 Bible Study
Where: Silver Clubhouse
Season: 1/8/2024-4/8/2024
Description:
Bible Study will be led by Curt Ayers, Pastor of Capri Christian Church.
Everyone is Welcome!
Chairperson: Warren Kratz
Billiards/8 Ball Men's --- Monday 6:15-9:00 pm in SCH
Billiards - Men's
Days: Monday Evenings
Time: 6:15 pm to 9:00 pm. Please arrive before 6:15 PM as we will start play at 6:30 PM
Where: Silver Clubhouse
Season: 1/1/2024-4/3/2024
Please arrive early and bring $3, no inflation here. All men are welcome to join, we can only play an even amount of players as we play 2 men teams. If you arrive last and are an odd number man, you will not be able to play. We can only play a maximum of 30 players due to time issues.
You need not be proficient, just have a desire to play. If you do not have a pool cue there is a limited amount of cues available in the clubhouse for use.
We play by BCA rules. Any questions or concerns please give me a call. Looking forward to another Great Season.
Note: The Billiards Party date is to be announced. Party will be outside of Silver Lakes.
Chairperson: Jerry Palacios
1485 Diamond Lake Circle
616-283-9898
616-283-9898
Billiards/8 Ball - Women's --- Tuesday 6:15-9:00 pm in SCH
Billiards - Women's
Days: Tuesday Evenings
Time: 6:15 pm to 9:00 pm
Where: Silver Clubhouse
Season: 1/2/2024-4/3/2024
All women are welcome to come play on Tuesday nights. Please arrive before 6:15 P.M. as we will start play at 6:30 P.M. You need not be proficient, just have a desire to play.
If you do not have a Pool cue there is a limited amount of cues available in the clubhouse for use. Please note: we do play doubles and we do use a handicap system in league play and we play by APA Rules.
Please bring two dollars for unofficial play.
Note: The Billiards Party date is to be announced. Party will be outside of Silver Lakes.
Chairperson: Jerry Palacios and Dominique Palacios
Bingo --- Thursday 6:30pm in DCH
Bingo is played weekly at Silver Lakes on Thursday evenings during the winter season.
Day: Thursday
Schedule
- 6:30 pm: Bingo game cards and dabbers sales start.
- 7:00 pm: Bingo play starts.
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Season: 1/4/2024 - 3/21/2024
Details:
- We play 14 games each night.
- Payouts each week are based on that night's game sales.
- Game play displayed on large screen TVs around the room.
- Note: Bring your own drinks and snacks.
Chairperson: Roger Weeks
Assisted by: Gary Farber
Bocce --- Scheduled League Play
Bocce is played primarily in scheduled league sessions, Monday through Saturday, throughout the week during January, February, and March. League play sessions occur during the following days and times:
Monday: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
Thursday: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
Friday: 9:15 am to 12:45 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 12:15 pm
The courts are available for open play when not used for league play.
We are looking forward to a great Bocce season especially with the construction of the new Bocce courts. Last year the Bocce league was made up of 18 teams of 16 players. As of now, the 2023 league has 20 teams. If any residents are interested or anyone who is on a team wants to play on a second team please contact Steve Young. We are looking forward to a great season!
Team Captains have been designated and should be contacting you soon. Rosters are posted on the announcement board in the Diamond Clubhouse.
2024 Schedule
Practice: All boccee supplies are located in the storage cabinet at the courts. Feel free to go practice so you can get the feel of the new courts.
League Play (11 weeks):
- Begins TBD
- Ends: TBD
Playoff/Tournament (2 weeks):
- Starts:
- Ends:
Bocce Banquet and Awards Ceremony: TBD
Books Sandwiched In --- 3rd Monday of Month -11:30 am, varying places
Books Sandwiched In
When: Third Monday in January, February, and March
Time: 11:30
Where: Varies
Chairperson:
- Lora Kalbi- Books Sandwiched In
Bowling --- Wednesday 12:30pm at Head Pinz
Silver Lakes fun bowling is not a competitive league. It is a social function interrupted by occasional bowling.
Day: Wednesday Afternoons
Season: Starts 1/10/2024
Time:
- 12:30 pm Sign-in and Prepare
- 1:00 pm Start Bowling
Where: Head Pinz Lanes
- Located at 8525 Radio Lane, Naples.
- This is at the junction of Davis Blvd. and Radio Road, near the junction of Collier and Davis Blvds.
Sign Up: Weekly sign-up sheets will be on the DCH bulletin board until 1 pm on Tuesdays.
Details:
- All are welcome.
- It is not necessary to bowl every week.
- Players are assigned to a different teams each week dependent of those who sign-up for the week.
- You bowl with different folks every week and the only competition is yourself. Many members have never bowled before or haven't bowled in many years.
- Shoes and balls are available at Head Pinz. Shoe rental is $5.08 each week.
- The price for bowling is $12.00 per week for 3 games.
- Many of the bowlers plan on an early dinner after bowling.
Come have some fun!
Chairs: Denny & Dawn Huss and Fred & Diane Alchowiak.
Bunco --- Every Other Wednesday 6:45pm
Bunco
Day: Every Other Wednesday
Starts: December 20, 2023
Ends: March 27, 2024
December 20, January 3, January 17, January 31, February 14, February 28, March 13, March 27
Time: 6:45 - 9:00 pm
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Details:
- If you're interested in meeting new people, sharing a few laughs and having a chance to win some money, then why don't you join us! You will find out that there is no skill involved.
- Please remember to bring THREE ONE DOLLAR BILLS.
- There is no need to sign up.
- By arriving early, we will be able to organize the tables to accommodate everyone.
- Bring your friends and come meet some new friends!
- Wearing your name tag would help.
Party: Held at last session.
Chairperson: Jeannie Knight (rk641@verizon.net)
Chorus --- Tuesday 3:00 pm in DCH
Join the Silver Lakes Chorus
Rehearsals
Day: Tuesday
Time: 3:00 to 4:15 pm
Dates: 1/2/2024 - 3/12/2024
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Chorus Concert
Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 3:00 p.m at Diamond Clubhouse.
Free -- Opening Seating
Description:
The Silver Lakes Chorus is a group of men and women formed on February 8, 2009 for the purpose of having fun while singing familiar music selections in harmony, NO previous musical experience is necessary.
Director: Margie Drop
Corn Hole-Thursday and Saturday 10am to Noon
2024 SeasonDays and Time: Thursday and Saturday mornings. 10-12 noon
What: Open Play Corn Hole
When: Beginning January 7, 2024
Ending March 16, 2024 with tournament to follow
Ending March 16, 2024 with tournament to follow
2024 Format: Please show up at your convenience and when there are two teams of two ready, advance to one of the pits and commence playing. Once the pits are full, we ask that you rotate on in the order that people have been waiting the longest. Stay and play as many games as you want.
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Where: Horseshoe courts 2-5
How: Bring your own cornhole bags and have fun.
A League Playoff Tournament will take place in March 23, 2024.
2024 Co-chairs: Lance and Shelley Rieger
Creamery --- Tuesday 6:30 pm in DCH
Come join us for vanilla ice cream in a bowl, waffle cone, or root-beer float.
Day: Tuesday
Time: 6:30 - 7:00 pm
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
- Starts: January 2, 2024
- Ends: April 2, 2024
- Cost: $2 per serving, including toppings
- Self-serve topping buffet with Nancy's famous peanut butter marshmallow cream, Diana's yummy chocolate sauce, sprinkles, peanuts, and whipped cream.
Chairperson: Diana Hardy
Euchre --- Monday 6:15 pm in DCH
Where: Diamond Club House
When: Every Monday
Schedule: 2023/24 Season begins Monday, October 16th.
* 6:15 Register with your partner. If you are alone we will attempt to match you with one.
* 6:30 Play begins
Euchre is a fast paced card game. Silver Lakes plays by Hoyle rules. The cost to play is $1 per person, which is divided between winners and losers each week. We also collect dimes for being Euchred or having a loaner hand (hand that gets 5 tricks). The dimes are also divided at the end of play each week.
Details:
* Cost is $1 - only dollar bills will be accepted, change is not available.
* Bring a supply of dimes, no other coins are accepted and change is not available.
* 6 games and cash prizes.
* The more that play, the bigger the payout.
Chair:
Fitness --- Monday to Saturday, Various times and activities in DCH and Silver Pool
See FITNESS Page for...
- Schedule of Classes in Diamond Clubhouse and Silver Pool
- Description of Classes
Game Night --- Tuesday 7:00 pm in DCH
Game Night
When: Tuesdays
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Description: Follows Creamery (Ice Cream Social). Afterwards, Game Night will begin. This is when friends play various games of all kinds - Mexican Train or Dominoes, card games, and more.
Note. Euchre is played at Diamond Clubhouse on Mondays at 6:15pm.
Garden Club --- Educational Presentations
The Silver Lakes Garden Club's mission is to enhance the visual beauty for our Community through resources and service while providing personal growth and relationship-building opportunities for our Members.
Each Season the Garden Club sponsors educational presentations for the Community. The following events for 2023 will be held at the Diamond Clubhouse:
TBD
Also be sure to check out the annual fund raising activities for the Garden Club including:
- January 21, 2023: A Piano Man Performs (more information on the Events Webpage)
- Desserts on Hot Dog Tuesdays
Genealogy - Mondays 6:30 pm in DCH Conference Room
Day: Mondays
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Where: Diamond Lakes Clubhouse conference room
2024 Season: dates TBD
Description:
The purpose of this group is to exchange ideas about how to build your family history. We discuss research methodologies, how to use Ancestry at a reasonable cost, and how to use free resources such as Family search.org all to enhance our research.
We also discuss how we use DNA results to validate our assumptions in building our family histories, plus many other interesting topics.
If you are an active genealogist and have been DNA tested this group’s exchange of ideas might be helpful.
SEATING IS LIMITED TO 15 CHAIRS.
If you are planning to attend please respond directly to me at capeirishman@gmail.com so that I can make sure we have enough seats for everyone.
If there is enough interest in the resort I will also offer an Introduction to Genealogy for beginners plus a seminar on how to interpret and analyze DNA results and their use in genealogical research.
Chair: Mike Carrol
Golf --- Schedule, Events, Rates, and Rules
See Golf at Silver Lakes page for ...
- Weekly League Schedule
- Tournament Schedule
- Rules
- Rates
- Golf Committee
Horseshoes for Men ---- Monday and Friday 9:30 am
Horseshoes for Men
When: Monday and Friday
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Where: Horseshoe pits
Season: 1/5/24 to 3/29/24
Events:
- Horseshoe Doubles (Men/Women) Tournament: Last Saturday in February, February 24, 2024
- The tournament runs from 8:00 am for coffee and doughnuts until approximately 2:30 P.M.
- Pairings are selected at random from a committee prior to the tournament.
- End-of-year party: Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:30 to 2:00 at the Diamond Clubhouse
Chairperson: Clarence Trego
Horseshoes for Women --- Tuesday 9:30 am
Horseshoes for Women
When: Tuesday
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 noon
Where: Horseshoe pits
Season: 1/2/24 to 3/26/24
Everyone is welcome. No experience needed.
Horseshoe Doubles (Men/Women) Tournament: Last Saturday in February, February 24, 2024
- The tournament runs from 8:00 am for coffee and doughnuts until approximately 2:30 P.M.
- Pairings are selected at random from a committee prior to the tournament.
End-of-year party: Thursday, February 29, 2024 11:30 to 2:00 at the Diamond Clubhouse
Event Details: To be announced
Chairperson: Unknown
Hot Dogs --- 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 12:00 pm at DCH
Kayaking --- Every other Friday, weather permitting
When: Every Other Friday, weather permitting
Time: 8:30 a.m. to noon, pending the location
Where: Trips locations vary.
Season: TBD
Everyone is welcome. You must provide the kayak and paddling equipment. Some destinations have local rental companies near the launch site. Safety is important, and the group requests you wear a life preserver.
Trips are usually planned for every other Friday to a different location each time. Past trips have included Clam Pass, Collier-Seminole State Park, Manatee Park/Orange River/Ft. Myers, and Imperial River/Bonita Springs. Sometimes we bring a lunch, other times we plan to eat at a restaurant along the trip (e.g., Capri Fish House).
The group meets along the road next to the Diamond Clubhouse.
The co-chairs send an email with trip specifics. If you would like to participate, contact the co-chairs to be added to the email distribution list for future events.
There is also a Silver Lakes Kayakers facebook group you can join. Just ask Marc Drolet to be added to the group.
Co-Chairs: Dave Kolde
Mahjong --- Monday 6:30 pm DCH, Wednesday 1:00 pm Silver, Saturday 10:30 am Silver
Monday: 6:30pm at Diamond Clubhouse (during season January through March)
Wednesday: 1:00pm at Silver Clubhouse
Saturday: 10:30am at Silver Clubhouse
At Silver Lakes, we play American Mahjong with American tile. We follow the National Mahjong rules. There is no fee to play. We are a mix of beginners and long term players. All are welcome.
Chairperson: Diane Kendig
Monday Coffee Social Hour --- Monday: Doughnuts (7:30 am), Announcements (8:30 am) in DCH
Monday Morning Coffee Social Hour
Day: one Monday in December: Monday, December 18, 2023
Then weekly starting January 8, 2024 until April 8, 2024.
Then weekly starting January 8, 2024 until April 8, 2024.
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Schedule:
7:30 am Donut sales until announcements begin.
8:30 am Announcements begin
Enjoy Coffee or Tea with your friends, old and new, along with a donut or bagel for $1.
Twice per month in season, donuts will be free.
Please note, Box Office registration/sales for events will be online beginning at 4:00 pm on Mondays.
Coffee Chair: Kathy White
Co-Chair: Barb Wessels
Pickleball --- Daily at Diamond Courts
See PICKLEBALL Page for...
- Court Schedule
- Tournament Schedule
- End of Year Party Information
- Other Information about Pickleball at Silver Lakes
Pickleball Committee Members:
Richard Corriveau, Chair
Jay Downs, Co- Chair & Tournaments
Caroline Dobson, Treasure/Secretary
Tracy Robinson, Communication/Membership
Gordon Hill, Equipment Manager
Content updated 2/21/23
Ping Pong --- Mon, Wed, Fri 2:00 pm in DCH
Ping Pong
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Season: November to March
Description:
- Ping Pong at Silver Lakes is low key and informal.
- Doubles are played and they are happy to teach or practice with you.
- Come as often as you want, stay as long as you want.
- Great exercise and great fellowship.
Co-Coordinators: George Haley and Doug Heerspink
Sailing Club --- Monday 2:00 pm at 1416 Pearl Lake Point
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Chairperson: Chuck Weaver When: Mondays Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Season: Race Marks installed: TBD Racing: 1/15/2024-3/25/2024 Details: As many of you know, some of us race Radio Controlled Sail Boat’s on Mondays form 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Most of us use the SeaWind that is a true One-Design 1-meter model replica of an early 1990’s America's Cup yacht, manufactured by KYOSHO and distributed in kit form through hobby and Internet stores worldwide. Four used boats are available. Chuck is available to help anyone get their boat ready. End of Year Party: To be determined Chair: Chuck Weaver
Cell: 404-771-4979
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Shuffleboard --- 9:50 am Mon and Fri at DCH Courts
Shuffleboard 
When: Mondays and Fridays
Arrive: 9:50 am to register and receive chip
Start: 10:00 am game starts
Where: Shuffleboard Courts, near Diamond Clubhouse
Description: Organized play on Monday and Friday mornings (above) with open play at other times.
Season: 1/2/24-3/31/24
Co-chairpersons: Sherri Mickley
Stitch and Laugh (S n B) --- Monday 1:00 pm in DCH
Stitch and Laugh
When: Mondays
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 pm
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Season: November to March
Description:
- This group is open to anyone in the park. We gather to share ideas, figure out patterns, etc. We have girls that crochet, knit, quilt, cross stitch, Swedish weaving, etc.
- So come on down and get acquainted with our crazy group.
Co-chairpersons: Judy Knight
Tennis --- Daily 8am to 4pm at Silver Courts
See TENNIS Page for...
- Court Schedule
- Tournament Schedule
- Tennis Activities and Dinners
- Other Information about Tennis at Silver Lakes
- Tennis Committee Members
Tennis Committee Co-Chairs: Mario Phaneuf and Mary Ann Moran.
Trivia Night - Mind Bending Trivia
Mind Bending Trivia
2024 season
Jan 24th, Wednesday
Feb 9th, Friday
Mar 15th, Friday
Time: Register at 6:30 p.m. Game begins at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Diamond Clubhouse
Description:
Form your teams ahead or come and join in. Tables of 1 to 8 players. Form your own team, or we will hook you up with a team. Open seating.
$1 per person entry fee collected at the door. Cash awards to be determined at game time based on participation.
BYOB and snacks!
Co-chairs: Lynne Piechocki, Larry Piechocki and Doug Heerspink
Water Volleyball -- Tues, Thurs, 11 am at Silver Lakes Pool
Water Volleyball at the Silver Pool!
When: Tuesday and Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
Season: Starts January 9, 2024
Everyone is welcome. Come have some fun in the sun and cool off!
Chair: Yvonne Busarow
Yard Sales --- 2023-2024 Schedule
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Chairperson: Activities Committee When: Friday Mornings (typically 3rd week of month in season)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Zentangle --- Thursday 3:00 pm at DCH Conference Room
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Co- Chairpersons: Jeanne McLean and Mary-Jo Kolde
When: Thursdays during season Where: Diamond Clubhouse - Conference Room Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Season: 1/9/2024-5/12/2024
Note. This activity will not occur on Thursdays that have a board meeting. Details: Art for non-artists What is Zentangle? Thie Zentangle Method is a relaxing, easy-to-learn and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing repetitive patterns. It was developed by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Check out the official website at http://www.zentangle.com/ to obtain more information about Zentangle. Do I have to be an artist? No. Almost anyone can learn to Tangle. What are the benefits of learning Zentangle? Besides the satisfaction of creating beautiful images, Zentangle increases focus, and creativity relieves stress. Will I need to bring anything to the class? When supplies outside the norm are needed, you will be informed prior to class. This may mean you need to bring items or the facilitator will be providing items at cost. If you are new to the Zentangle group, basic Zentangle supplies will be available to purchase.
Is this class free? Yes, unless you need to purchase supplies. How long is a class? A class at Silver Lakes will run 1 1/2 to 2 hours. The group is facilitated by members of the Silver Lakes Zentangle group. The focus of the group is to have fun and share ideas! |
Please note that activities are for the exclusive use and enjoyment of renters and owners who are residing at Silver Lakes RV and Golf Resort.