American Legion, Abe Miller Post 133
Promotes Americanism through community service and youth development; keeps abreast of veterans’ affairs. Meets the 3rd Tuesday Sept-June at Town Hall. Contact - Al Bauer, 860-870-4947 - P.O. Box 1030, SW

 

Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 62  Aims to build character, knowledge, and leadership ability – and to have fun along the way.  Meets Thursdays at 7:30 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (when schools are in session). Contact Scoutmaster Rob Rose 860- 648-8927 www.troop62sw.org

Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 186 Promotes self confidence, service to others, and citizenship. Meet Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at P.R.Smith school. Contact – Randy Olson, rolson56@cox.net , 860-644-2276 www.troop186sw.org

Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 880 Promotes self confidence, service to others, citizenship and outdoor skills. Meets Thursdays,7:30 at Wapping Community Church  Contact – Scout Master  Justin George  860-644-5314 or JBGeorge1@cox.net   www.troop880.com

 

Breastfeeding USA - South Windsor Chapter  Monthly mother-to-mother support meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m.  Telephone and email help available.  See Facebook page (Central CT Chaper of Breastfeeding USA) or email a Breastfeeding Counselor for details and location.   Contact - Carol Delaney 860-644-4109 or caroldelaney@gmail,com   www.breastfeedingusa.com

Cub Scout Pack No. 389 Encourages personal development of young boys through physical, mental, outdoor, technology and community service skills. Meets the last Thursday of the month at Orchard Hill School. Contact – Pack Master Joe Peplan, 860-648-9764 http://sites.google.com/site/pack389southwindsor/

Cub Scout Pack No. 886 Encourages personal development of young boys through physical, mental, outdoor, technology and community service skills. Meets the first Friday at St. Margaret Mary Church. Fee - $35 Contact – Malay Choksin 860-644-4778

 

Daughters of the American Revolution Perpetuates the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American Independence; promotes the development of an enlightened public opinion, and fosters patriotic citizenship. Contact Terri Kyc, 860-289-7052

Daughters of Scotia People of Scottish Descent. Meets the 2nd Saturday, 1 p.m. at Wapping Community Church Contact – Marie Klebart, 60-644-8200

Democratic Town Committee Develops and elects Democrats to local, state and national office and keeps the electorate informed about political issues. Meets the 4th Thursday at Town Council Chambers. Contact -Tony Duarte, 860-985-0106

 

Down To Earth Garden Club.  Promotes gardening and horticultural related education and activities within the community.  Meets 2nd Wednesday, Sept.-June (except Dec.)   at Avery Christian Reformed Church.  Contact David Starr, 860-644-3117  www.freewebs.com/downtoearthgardenclub

Friends of the South Windsor Public Library Promotes and supports the public library. Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at the library. Contact – Margaret Tedone, 570-9714 

 

Friends of the Wood Memorial Library Serves as an educational and enrichment center, with special emphasis on local history. Contact – John Wadhams, 860-289-1783  www.woodmemoriallibrary.org 

Jaycees Leadership training through community service. Meets the last Monday at Community Center or library. Annual fee - $40 www.swjaycees.org

 

Junior Women’s Club Club of women over 18, committed to betterment of the community through the arts, education, conservation, health and home life. Meets the 3rd Tuesday (Sept-May) at Village at Buckland Ct. Contact – Susan Luiz, 860-436-4386

Knights of Columbus. Council 5779 Catholic fraternal service organization. Meets 2nd Wednesday at St Margaret Mary’s Hall (even months) or at St. Francis of Assisi (odd months). Contact – Mike Cianciola, 860- 644-3512

Lions Club Community and civic service; support of sight and hearing research. Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7 p.m. at Red Onion Restaurant. Contact – Gail Ryan, 860-644-9370 or Diane Schell, 860-289-3812  http://southwindsorct.lionwap.org/

Messiah Evangelical Church Women’s Guild Christian fellowship, altar care and support functions. Contact – Leah Rundgren,   860- 644-2110  www.messiah-ct.com

Moms Club of South Windsor - North Moms Offering Moms Support. Promotes children's and women's issues for stay-at-home moms. Meets 3rd Thursday, 10:00 at library.  http://swindsormomsclub.homestead.com/HomePage.html

Parent Teacher Organization – Eli Terry School Enhances and complements the educational experience. Contact – Cori Pierce, 648-0060

Parent Teacher Organization – Orchard Hill School Enhances and complements the educational experience. Meets first Monday. Contact Tracy Robinson, 648-1898

Parent Teacher Organization – Philip R Smith School Enhances and complements the educational experience. Meets 2nd Wednesday. Fee - $5 registration. Contact Cathy DiCamilia, 644-3651

Parent Teacher Organization – Pleasant Valley School Enhances and complements the educational experience. Meets 2nd Wednesday in school library. Contact Nancy Griffin 860-644-4921

Parent Teacher Organization – Timothy Edwards Middle School Enhances and complements the educational experience. Meets 1st Wednesday at school library. Fee - $5 registration. Contact Anni Resetarits, 644-0577

Republican Town Committee Develops, promotes and elects Republican candidates for local, state and national offices. Meets 4th Thursday (except Aug. & Dec.).   www.sw-gop.org

Rotary Club Encourages and fosters the ideal of service as basis of worthy enterprise. Meets every Wednesday 6:30 p.m. at Mill on the River restaurant. Annual fee - $100.  http://www.rotarysw.org/

St. Francis of Assisi Ladies Guild Promotes spiritual and social well-being for the women of St. Francis church. Meets monthly, Sept-May. Annual fee - $5. Contact - Nedra Gallo, 860-432-1793

St. Francis of Assisi Men’s Club Social organization supporting church and community by promoting spiritual, social and financial welfare of the community. Meets 4th Monday, Sept-May. Annual fee - $5 (waived for senior citizens). Contact – Rick Wilson, 860-289-5244 

Society of Genealogy Stimulates interest in family trees. Meets 3rd Tuesday, 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Contact – Brad Case, 860-648-9192 - 150 Nevers Road, SW

Society of St. Vincent de Paul. St Margaret Mary Conference An international Catholic organization which helps those in need by person to person involvement. Meets 2nd Tuesday, Sept-May. www.smmsvdp.org/

 

South Windsor Ambulance Corps. Provides emergency care and transportation of  the sick and injured in the town, and when needed, in surrounding areas.  Contact – Larry Gorman, 860-648-6246

 

South Windsor Arts in Education Committee Provides cultural programs for the schools. Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at library. Contact – Mariette St. Onge, 860-282-1858 

South Windsor Chamber of Commerce Promotes business and the community. Meets first Friday. Contact – Gabrielle Batz, 860-644-9442 - 22 Morgan Farms Dr, SW www.southwindsorchamber.org

 

South Windsor Chess Club Play chess.  Meets Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at the South Windsor Public Library. Currently no fees. Bring your own set and clock if available. Contact Richard Chang: 860 966-2648 (c) or 860 432-4557 (h) or  rchang1967@cox.net  www.southwindsorchessclub.org

South Windsor Community Chorus Provides choral entertainment to South Windsor and surrounding towns; provides outlet for singers. Meets Monday evenings in the South Windsor High School music room. Contact – Lee Mann, 860-875-2589 www.swchorus.org

South Windsor Cultural Arts Commission. Committee Division Promotes activities which relate to and encourage the fine, applied and performing arts and to bring education enrichment and entertainment to the people of South Windsor. Meets twice a year. Contact – Sheryl O'Connor, 644-5320.   soconnor@3dadvisor.com

  www.southwindsor.org/pages/swindsorct_webdocs/cultruralarts

South Windsor Girl Scouts Promotes self confidence, leadership skills, and service to others for girls. Troops meet alternate weeks Oct. – May at schools or in leaders’ homes. Annual fee - $10 Contact – Lisa Kopper, 644-8588 - 1 Autumn Drive, SW

South Windsor High School Operation Graduation Presents an annual alcohol-free and drug-free graduation party for all members of the senior class. Meets first Monday, Jan.-June. Contact – Janice Snyder, 644-4901 - P.O. Box 545, SW

South Windsor Historical Society Creates interest and activity in the history of South Windsor through the acquisition of real and personal property and the provision of educational programs. Meets 2nd Thursdays Oct – May. Contact – Brian Rivard, 644-8378

South Windsor Jaycees Leadership skills and networking for those age 25-39. Community projects as well as social events are planned. Meets the 1st Tuesday, at the Community Center. Annual fee - $50. Contact – Dawn Murphy, 627-6444 - P.O. Box 486, South Windsor, CT 06074

South Windsor Land Trust Maintains property as open space and educates in land preservation. Meets quarterly. Annual fee - $15. Contact – Tim Shepard,  214-7252 or Herb Asplund, 644-8881

South Windsor Lions Club Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Contact – Dave Schell, 289-3812 - P.O. Box 540, SW

South Windsor Soccer Club Teaches and promotes the game to area youth. Meets 1st Thursday at the library. Annual fee - $40 (in house) and $70 (travel). Contact – Gene Jay, 282-0860 www.southwindsorsoccer.org

South Windsor Square Dance Club Sponsors western style square and round dancing and lessons. Meets Wednesdays at TE Middle School. Annual Fee - $8 http://fhrick.net/SWSDC/SWSDC.htm

South Windsor Teen Center Provides programs and activities for South Windsor teenagers. Meets Mon.-Thurs. 2pm-5pm at SWHS and Fri.&Sat 6pm at Middle School. Contact – Dennis Sheridan, 648-6361 - 150 Nevers Rd, SW

South Windsor Volunteer Fire Department Provides fire protection for South Windsor. Meets every Tuesday at Fire Headquarters. Contact – Philip E. Crombie, Jr, Chief, 644-8547 - P.O. Box 698, SW www.southwindsorfire.org

Super Sixty Sportsmen Promotes interest in sports, outdoor life and travel for retirees. Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday, Sept-June at 1 p.m. Contact Dave Chapman, 528-3971 - SW Community Center

Temple Beth Hillel Men’s Club Social organization to stimulate fellowship in the temple and the community. Meets 2nd Sunday at the temple. Annual fee - $36. Contact – Steve Leibowitz, 648-1037 - P.O. Box 1164, SW

Temple Beth Hillel Sisterhood Supports temple events and provides fundraising. Annual fee - $36. Contact the synagogue, 282-8466 - P.O. Box 1164, SW

 

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, South Windsor Flotilla  The civilian volunteer arm of the U.S. Coast Guard offers boating classes and vessel safety checks.  Contact - David Marriott, 860-871-0162

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post No. 10251 Perpetuates the memory and history of our dead; assists their widows and children; maintains true allegiance to the government; and to preserve and defend the U.S. from all her enemies. Meets 2nd Monday. Annual fee - $15. Contact – Delbert Conroy, 289-2952 - 856 Main St Apt 510, E Hartford, 06108

Veterans of Foreign Wars. Ladies Auxiliary Assists with veterans groups and hospitals and veterans needing assistance. Meets 2nd Wednesday, noon at community center. Annual fee - $12.75. Contact – Lorraine Vespa, 528-3140

Wapping Community Church Women Women’s fellowship. Meets monthly. Contact – Nancy Benson, 644-4696

Wapping Grange Supports interests of rural and suburban areas; community service. Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday at Wapping Community Church. Annual fee - $6. Contact – Edith Wells, 644-8156

Wood Memorial Library Quilters Raises money for the library by finishing quilts. Meets on Mondays and Thursdays 10 am to noon at Wood Memorial. P.O. Box 131, South Windsor, CT 06074 - Contact – Mary Ellen Zeitz, 644-2678 - P.O. Box 131, SW