BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//TLC Women's Charitable Foundation - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:TLC Women's Charitable Foundation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tlcwcf.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for TLC Women's Charitable Foundation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000 DTSTAMP:20260117T015313Z CREATED:20250923T161445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T015313Z UID:4036-1770804000-1770811200@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Group Service Opportunity - Embracing Our Differences DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share another meaningful volunteer opportunity with Embracing Our Differences! Together\, we’ll be helping prepare books for their Annual Reading Day—a special project that directly impacts students and educators across our community. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading\, Embracing Our Differences is gearing up for their 12th Annual Reading Day where pre-selected age appropriate books will be read aloud and gifted to students in pre-k through third grade classrooms in Manatee & Sarasota Counties. This day celebrates literacy through a wide variety of books that focus on themes of inclusion\, kindness\, and respect\, stimulating conversations about what we share and what makes us unique. They are in need of extra hands to help prepare these books for shipment to schools. \n\n\n\nVolunteer Task: Book Prep Workshop (label books for shipment) \n\n\n\nNumber of Volunteers Requested: 15-20 people \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 11\, 2026 from 10:00am – 12:00pm \n\n\n\nWhere: 1209 South Tamiami Trail\, Hallway C – Second Floor (at the Embracing Our Differences office located above Michael’s on East) \n\n\n\nHow to Register: Please use the link below to sign up  \n\n\n\nCarpool Option: Carpools will depart from the lower level of The Lake Club Clubhouse parking lot at 9:15 AM. If you’d like to carpool or have any further questions about this activity\, please reach out to Diane Cohen. \n\n\n\nLunch: For those who wish\, we’ll continue the fun with lunch afterwards at Seasons 52 (located at the entrance of UTC Mall) at 12:30 PM. More Details to follow. \n\n\n\nThis is a great way to roll up our sleeves\, connect with fellow members\, and support an amazing program that shares the love of reading with children in our community. We hope you’ll join us! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for February 11\, 2026\n\n\n\nQuestions? Click Here to Email Diane Cohen URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/group-service-opportunity-embracing-our-differences/ LOCATION:Embracing Our Differences\, 1209 South Tamiami Trail\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34239\, United States CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities,Home Page,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/eod_vertical_white.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260114T215044Z CREATED:20251204T151945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T215044Z UID:4298-1771675200-1771689600@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Group Service Opportunity - Circus Arts Conservatory Circus Sarasota DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share a new Group Service Opportunity with the Circus Arts Conservatory — a Sarasota nonprofit known for world-class performances and youth circus programs. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\, members\, spouses\, guests\, and teens (14–19) are invited to volunteer as ushers at the Circus Sarasota tent at Nathan Benderson Park. Training is provided\, parking is free\, and volunteers may enjoy the incredible performance featuring international artists and CAC students. \n\n\n\nThis is a fun\, family-friendly way to support the arts and serve our community together. Optional carpool and post-event happy hour/dinner details will be shared the week prior. \n\n\n\nWe need 26 volunteers\, so please register by January 17th! \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to Learn More & Sign Up URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/group-service-opportunity-circus-arts-conservatory-circus-sarasota/ CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities,Home Page,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-1-e1764861686332.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000 DTSTAMP:20260222T143320Z CREATED:20250917T165017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T143320Z UID:3998-1772121600-1772128800@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:TLCWGC Grant Recipient Reception DESCRIPTION:The Power of Giving: Honoring Impact\, Service & Community \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for an afternoon inspired by generosity\, guided by purpose\, and strengthened by community. \n\n\n\nThe Lake Club Women’s Giving Circle is honored to celebrate our \n\n\n\n2025 Grant RecipientsCharitable organizations whose compassion\, dedication\, and service create lasting change for women\, children\, and families throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. \n\n\n\nWe will also honor the volunteers whose time\, care\, and dedication have helped shape our mission\, along with community supporters whose continued belief in the Circle has enabled our impact to expand and reach new heights each year. \n\n\n\nHors d’oeuvres and a selection of wine will be served. \n\n\n\nLocation: The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse \n\n\n\nKindly RSVP by February 20\, 2026. Registration Closed URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/tlc-grant-recipient-reception/ LOCATION:The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse\, 15804 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Page,Meetings,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Copy-of-Blush-Pink-Marble-Watercolor-Wedding-Menu-8.5-x-11-in-8.5-x-11-in-8.5-x-11-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T103000 DTSTAMP:20260311T202028Z CREATED:20260109T213035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T202028Z UID:4455-1773738000-1773743400@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Group Service Opportunity - Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee\, Inc. Event: Group Service Opportunity – Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee CountyVolunteers will assist Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee County with packing produce bags for later distribution. Volunteers will walk through the food bank area\, select produce\, and pack bags for the distribution team. \n Event Date: March 17\, 2026   Start Time: 9:00 AM – End Time: 10:30 AM Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM Number of Attendees: 15 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, Friends Additional Information: Additional Information & Requirements: \nCarpooling requested as parking will be limited due to repaving.\nPlease wear casual clothing and closed-toe shoes\nDon’t forget your TLCWGC name tag\nCarpooling will be coordinated from The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse – Lower Level Parking Lot (will be coordinated via group text one week prior to the event)\nCarpool departure time: 8:15 AM \n Lunch Information: Brunch immediately after event at 11:00AM at The Breakfast Company\, 12 oaks Plaza\, 7246 55th Ave E\, Bradenton \n Information About Charity:Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee County is the largest hunger-relief organization in Manatee County. The Food Bank distributes food to more than 85 partner agencies and pantries\, as well as through direct services. Programs include emergency food assistance\, summer out-of-school food programs\, and mobile pantries serving those in need throughout the community. \n https://mealsonwheelsplus.org Address: Meals on Wheels of Manatee County Food Bank\, 811 23rd Ave E Bradenton\nAcross from Tropicana Plant on opposite side of US 301 \n Any questions please contact Cinda Krouk at cindakrouk@gmail.com or 727-804-1664 \n\n\n\n\nClick Here To Learn More & Sign Up URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/4455/ LOCATION:811 23rd Avenue East\, Bradenton\, FL 34208\, 811v CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities,Home Page,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/MOWP-Logo-Header.png.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T113000 DTSTAMP:20260311T202158Z CREATED:20260205T193727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T202158Z UID:4669-1775118600-1775129400@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Group Service Opportunity: All Faiths Food Bank DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: All Faiths Food Bank\, Inc. Event: Join us in helping fight hunger right here in our community. During this meaningful service project with All Faiths Food Bank\, volunteers will help pack food boxes that directly support local families facing food insecurity. All Faiths Food Bank is the only food bank and largest hunger relief organization serving Sarasota and DeSoto counties. Through strong community partnerships and innovative programs\, they provide millions of meals each year while also working toward long-term solutions that help families achieve stability and self-sufficiency. By volunteering\, you will: • Make a direct and immediate impact on families in need • Connect with fellow Giving Circle members through service • Support one of our region’s most impactful nonprofit organizations This is a wonderful opportunity to spend a few hours giving back while strengthening the spirit of service that defines our Giving Circle. We hope you will join us!We will be packing a variety of dry and canned food items into boxes for distribution to families \n Event Date: April 2\, 2026   Start Time: 8:30 AM – End Time: 11:30 AM Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM Number of Attendees: 20 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others Additional Information: Please wear closed toe shoes. Will need to be able to lift 10 pounds. \n Lunch Information: Both carpooling and reservations for the 11:45 after event lunch at Coopers Hawk Restaurant (about 5 minutes from All Faiths Food Bank) 3130 Fruitville Common Blvd\, Sarasota will be coordinated 1 week prior to the event via text to all those signed up to attend. \n Information About Charity:Together with our partners\, we provide healthy solutions to end hunger in our community. All Faiths Food Bank is the only food bank and largest hunger relief organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties. Rated four stars by Charity Navigator\, we provide millions of meals each year through robust programs and partnerships with hundreds of charitable organizations throughout the community. In addition to food distribution\, All Faiths operates a roster of innovative direct service programs that not only solve the immediate problem of hunger but also strive to end hunger by helping families and individuals to gain long-term food security\, enjoy better health outcomes and achieve self-sufficiency. \n https://allfaithsfoodbank.org/ Address: 8171 Blaikie Court\, Sarasota\, FL \n Any questions please contact Jo Jadin at 6jadins@gmail.com or 847-372-0134 \n\n\n\n\nTo sign-up for this event\, you will need complete 2 steps. \n\n\n\nStep 1: An application will need to be completed by clicking on the button below. If you have previously volunteered with the All Faiths Food Bank\, you can skip this step and go to Step 2 to sign-up for the event . \n\n\n\n\nStep 1: Complete Volunteer Application Process\n\n\n\n\nStep 2: Register (Sign-Up) for the All Faiths Food Bank event. Click on the button below: \n\n\n\n\nStep 2: Sign-Up for the Event URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/group-service-opportunity-all-faiths-food-bank/ CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities,Home Page,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Logo-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260323T232750Z CREATED:20260323T214514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T232750Z UID:5941-1775462400-1776445200@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Comfort Toy Drive for Pediatric Patients at SMH ER\, Lakewood Ranch DESCRIPTION:Drive: Comfort Toy Drive for Pediatric Patients at SMH ER\, Lakewood Ranch Organization Name: Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Drive Start Date: April 6\, 2026 – End Date: April 17\, 2026 Description:  We will be collecting comfort toys for Pediatric Patients (infants to 6 Yrs) visiting the Sarasota Memorial Hospital Emergency Room in Lakewood Ranch. New toys should be small toys that could comfort or entertain a child such as: fluffy stuffed animals\, early childhood books\, wooden shapes toddler puzzles\, teething rings\, early childhood learning toys. Toys need not be expensive and they will be given to the child during their stay to help ease anxiety and then to take home. Our goal is to provide 400 little toys to our ER. The following amazon link or QR Code can be used to get ideas as to what could be provided\, or you could purchase any of these suggested toys (or others) directly on Amazon as well. When purchasing from Amazon\, eliminate the need to deliver toys to drop off sites by shipping purchases directly to: Cinda Krouk\, 16921 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida 34202 \n Drive Collection Locations: Toys can be dropped off at either of 2 collection sites in Lake Club. Collection bins will be located on the front porch of both the Krouk residence at: 16921 Clearlake Ave (Genoa ) and the Olsen residence at: 16112 Foremast Place (the Vineyards) Please do not drop toys off at the ER. \n Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3E7R8A10GNGEA?ref_=abls_nvfly_yl QR code: Organization Meeting(s) (if scheduled) Pop Up Drive Event(s) (if scheduled) Donation Distribution: Our donations will be delivered directly to the SMH ER on 4/23 at 10AM. All members are invited to help deliver the toys to the ER. Toy Pick up will commence from 16921 Clearlake Drive at 9:30 AM. After we deliver the Comfort Toys\, the Emergency Room Staff will take us on a tour of the facility. Please consider helping transport toys to a very grateful ER. Text Cinda at 727 804 1664 if you are able to help with this final step of our drive. Thank you All! \n Charitable Organization Overview: Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation has been helping ensure our community has high quality\, accessible healthcare as the philanthropic partner to Sarasota Memorial Health System. In 2025 Sarasota Memorial Hospital opened a state of the art Emergency Room for Lakewood Ranch at 7250 University Parkway\, Sarasota Florida. This 21 treatment room ER provides life saving emergency services by Sarasota Memorial’s board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians\, as well as physician ordered radiology and laboratory services\,\, including x-rays\, CT scans\, blood draws and lab tests. In an effort to better serve our community’s families and children the SMHCF has asked us to help them provide comfort toys to young children as they receive physcian driven emergency care. \n Charitable Organization Website: https://smhf.org Drive Organizer and Contact Information: Cinda KroukPhone: 727 804 1664Email: Cindakrouk@gmail.com URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/comfort-toy-drive-for-pediatric-patients-at-smh/ CATEGORIES:Drives,Home Page,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/smhf_logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T133102Z CREATED:20250917T165222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T133102Z UID:4000-1776960000-1776967200@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Annual TLCWGC Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Location: The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join us for an engaging and important Annual Membership Meeting as we share progress on our 501(c)(3) transition\, outline our vision for 2026\, and discuss how our collective leadership and member engagement will shape the future of our organization. \n\n\n\nThis interactive session will include organizational updates\, leadership and committee highlights\, and meaningful discussion centered on your ideas\, feedback\, and priorities as we continue to strengthen our impact in the community. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we will also discuss what we need from our members — and how we can continue to best support you as part of this extraordinary circle of women committed to making a difference. \n\n\n\nYour voice. Your leadership. Your impact. \n\n\n\nReserve your seat today by completing the form below: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnual Meeting RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Name\n *\n \n \n \n Name \n\n \n \n \n First Name \n\n First Name \n \n \n Last Name \n\n Last Name \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\n Email\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n Attending\n *\n \n \n Yes\n \n No\n\n \n \n\n\n \nSubmit\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n If you are human\, leave this field blank. \n \n \n \n\n\n\nΔ\n \n\n\n\n\nAdditional meeting details will be shared with registered attendees. \n\n\n\nBecause the future of our Circle is shaped by the voices in the room. URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/annual-tlc-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse\, 15804 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Page,Meetings,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/F2199CC6-6D38-4DA5-99E1-1F1663C8C9C5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T192500Z CREATED:20260504T192023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T192500Z UID:6502-1779440400-1779444000@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Fundraising Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/fundraising-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse\, 15804 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Page,Meetings,Upcoming END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T110000 DTSTAMP:20260504T192435Z CREATED:20260504T192154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T192435Z UID:6504-1779444000-1779447600@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Circle of Friends Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/circle-of-friends-committee-meeting-2/ LOCATION:The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse\, 15804 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Page,Meetings,Upcoming END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T140000 DTSTAMP:20260508T145220Z CREATED:20260508T145218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T145220Z UID:6510-1781528400-1781532000@tlcwcf.org SUMMARY:Circle of Friends Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/circle-of-friends-committee-meeting-3/ LOCATION:The Lake Club Grande Clubhouse\, 15804 Clearlake Ave\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Page,Meetings,Upcoming END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR