About Saefern's Social Activities

Saefern has a number of wonderful amenities including two marinas, a swimming pool, a wading pool, tennis courts, walking trails, a dog park and a barn, but its greatest asset is its members. They are people who get involved and participate in community activities and projects. They care for the community assets and its environment. They are the reason our community functions so efficiently.

The Social Committee is just one of the many volunteer groups that are an integral part of this community. Many of our activities are now a tradition but some are still in their infancy and growing. There's always room for other clever ideas so please feel free to submit them. Here are some of the activities we presently enjoy.

Book Groups - Year Round

Reading is a favorite pastime in Saefern. We have two Book Clubs and many independent readers who just snuggle in their favorite place and enjoy a book

 

Game Night - January/February

To break the winter blues a neighbor opens their home to host game night. All participants bring a dessert and something to drink. The host/hostess provide plates and all eating paraphernalia plus coffee. All manner of board and card games are brought and the evening usually ends with a rousing game of team Trivial Pursuit.

Sock Burning - March

This event celebrates the Vernal Equinox. Ah, spring is here! All are welcome to come to the pavilion where grilled hotdogs and refreshments are provided. Neighbors bring sides to enhance the meal. After our stomachs are full, we burn our socks, either the ones we are wearing or extra ones we bring. It’s nice to initiate our outdoor season by socializing and saying goodbye to winter.

In case you never heard about sock burning it was begun in Annapolis by Eastport’s Bob Turner in the winter of 1977-78. He couldn’t wait to get out of his socks and just have on his sailing shoes. The tradition has since spread to other port towns on both coasts.

Easter Egg Hunt - March/April

Are those 2-legged bunnies coming down the walk carrying empty containers that they hope to fill with eggs filled with candy that have been hidden in the mulch and vinca area around the pavilion? Veterans of the hunt know to look for the 2 gold, 2 silver and 3 bunny shaped eggs. Find one of those and you get an extra special treat to go along with all the other candy you have found. Held the day before Easter, everyone is invited; children grandchildren, playmates, parents, grandparents, neighbors and friends. It’s a favorite event for all the kids.

 

Workdays - April and November

Once in the spring and again in the fall (for 4 hours) volunteers come together to work on our community structures and common areas. We repair, paint, rebuild, trim, and mulch along with other projects. After a morning of work we convene at the pavilion. There we relax and share a delicious lunch prepared by our community "chefs" while enjoying socializing with our neighbors.

Community Garage Sale - May

Just initiated in 2019, its continuation was disrupted by Covid-19. Held at the pool parking lot, it is an enjoyable way of getting rid of our treasures while getting to interact with neighbors and people who help us downsize.

Movie Under the Stars - August

"Movie Under the Stars" says what it is and it's F-U-N. It's outdoors with a BYO drink and chair policy, but popcorn is often provided. Most years we enjoy a double feature, something commercial and possibly a surprise. For example, one year we were able to view a documentary made by one of our very talented neighbors.

Pool Party - August

Held on a weekend before school restarts, it’s a community get together for adults and kids alike. After unorganized pool time and a watermelon water polo contest, hot dogs, sides and S’mores are consumed. Can you guess what the kids like best?

 

 

Yappy Hour - September

The last official event of the pool season, and it is the most well attended! Dogs of all sizes, ages and water skills finally have a chance to get in the pool with all their friends and neighboring pooches. Owners and non-owners alike get many a smile and laugh watching all the goings on while have a great time with their human friends. It is the perfect way to say goodbye to the season and close the pool.

 

Labor Day Picnic - September

Held at the pool pavilion we “labor” at eating, socializing and tossing eggs. While the grill is churning out hamburgers and hot dogs, members are selecting from the array of appetizers, sides and desserts that neighbors have brought. Hearing the food is ready, the pool empties. The highlight of this lazy Labor Day is the final event - the two egg toss competitions.

 

Halloween - October 30 or 31st

All are welcome to dress in costume and come to the pavilion on Halloween to see who came as what while munching on pizza. Then comes trying to break the piñata and gathering its candy to start filling your bag. Just as dark arrives all the ghosts, goblins and adults head up the court to trick or treat on Powell Drive and its two courts. What satisfaction when one gets home finding out how many pieces you have gathered.

Past Events

Looking for an interested neighbor member who wants to resurrect any of these social events!

  • Art Fest
  • Dinner Club
  • Pewter Platter Race
  • Salad Set