November 2020 Grand Lifestyles

November 2020 A Publication of Sun City Grand

This year, resolve to

LAUGH MORE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GRAND VISION STATEMENT

Grand is the premier active, age−restricted community in Arizona.

Ask Cappie the Computer Cat............ 48

GRAND MISSION STATEMENT

Grand provides residents with a high−value community, with resort−style amenities, in which every person can choose to participate and live well, based on their needs and desires. This high standard will maximize our investments and promote our well−being in an active close−knit community.

Club & Interest Group Information.... 42

In support of our Mission Statement, we hold to these values: We foster relationships built on respect, trust, and effective communications.

Community Association Numbers...... 53 Employment Information...................... 5

Connect with the Colonnade.............. 23 Director of Golf Operations................. 10

GRAND VALUE STATEMENTS

Advertising Information........................ 5

Mission Statement................................. 5 Resource Numbers............................... 52

Financial Results.................................... 6 Fitness Manager’s Message................... 14

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We listen to understand.

Holiday Lights Contest Page 24

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We are open−minded, collaborative, and always look for ways to improve our community.

Grand Learning Communication........ 32

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We believe in life−long learning and a desire for active well−being. n

We are a forward−looking, community.

Lifestyles Manager’s Message............... 12

Turf Preservation - Part 2 fiscally−sound

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In an effort to further educate our resident golfers about the negative effects of prolonged additional cart usage on our courses, the Golf Advisory Committee would like to share some additional information with

We encourage an environmentyou. of empowerment and personal responsibility.

All vehicles cause turf damage. This includes motorized golf carts, pull carts, and maintenance vehicles. Some of the damage may not be visible for days or even weeks as a result of the effects of soil compaction. Pull

Please cancel delivery of your carts impact the golf course lessTurf than motorized carts, but all carts impact the golf course. Vehicle traffic Clay has Arts the greatest impact on wear and soil compaction due to the amount of area covered and the increased Preservation complimentary newspapers Club damage caused by repeated traffic Part over 2 a concentrated area. whenever you will be gone—delivery Page 26 Page 10 Soil Compaction can be restarted upon return.

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Traffic compacts soil particles so tightly that water and air can’t move in or out of the soil, and plant roots can’t penetrate the rock-hard soils. With no root growth, the plant suffers from lack of nutrients and water, which in turn results in slower growth. Soil compaction can impact turf growth for several weeks or months, resulting in the total loss of turf cover and chronic problems with poor drainage. In addition, it can leave certain areas in unplayable condition for your fellow golfers.

The following is from an article written several years ago for the GREEN SECTION RECORD by an agronomist in the Southwest Region of the USGA’s Green Section:

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

AREA IMPACTED - WHERE THE RUBBER MEETS THE ROAD

The Association provides this publication for Renting Out The damage caused by various modes of transportation can be estimated by measuring the contact Life is What informational purposes only. SCG Community area of shoes or tires andSun multiplying Your City this over the total area covered during a round of golf. The You Make Of It following example illustrates the average area impacted while playing a 6,200-yard golf course: Association, its Board, its employees and all other Grand Home Page 30 with golf bag = 1,283 sq. ft. entities within SCG do not guarantee, endorse, • Walking golfer Page 20 golfer using a pull cart with 3"-wide wheels = 12,908 sq. ft. nor promote any of the products, services or •• Walking Golfer riding a golf cart = 61,845 sq. ft. individuals advertised herein and assume no • Two golfers each using a golf cart = 123,690 sq. ft. responsibility or liability for the veracity of the Looking at the numbers, it is easy to understand why four-wheel golf carts impact (and compact) the statements made in this publication. Information golf course so dramatically. regarding advertising rates can be obtained on LESSONS LEARNED our website at www.suncitygrand.com (under Life The preceding examples paint a clearer picture of why golf carts cause significant damage to golf in SCG/Communication News/Grand Lifestyles courses. By analyzing the numbers, we can learn the following lessons: Information). The deadline for commercial ads • All vehicles cause turf damage. This includes motorized golf carts, pull carts, and maintenance is the 10th of the month prior to placement. Sun vehicles. Some of the damage may not be visible for days or even weeks as a result of the City Grand Community Association, Inc. reserves effects of soil compaction. the right to revise or refuse submitted articles and/• Walking the golf course and carrying your clubs impacts the golf course far less than pull or based on the total amount of or ads. If you have any questions about the Grand motorized carts Connect area impacted.

Lifestyles, please feel free to contact the Activities• Pull carts impact C.H.A.P.S. withthe the golf course less than Office at 623-546-7452. motorizedColonnade carts, but all carts impact the golf Page 39 course morePage than walking.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job opportunities are posted on the website at • www.suncitygrand.com (Grand Living/Human Resources & Employment). You may submit your application to the Human Resources Department at 19726 N. Remington Dr., Surprise, AZ 85374, fax to 623-546-7447 or email hrgrand@scgcam. com. You are encouraged to submit an application for each employment opportunity for which you would like to be considered.

smaller area contacted by foot traffic and the wheels of the pull cart.

Vehicle traffic has the greatest impact on wear and soil compaction due to the amount of area covered and the increased damage caused by repeated traffic over a concentrated area. Damage is further increased with a greater number of turns, a higher speed of travel, and the number of traffic passes over a given area. Based on the research results, the main focus for minimizing the damage caused by golf carts should be on spreading traffic over a wider area or restricting golf carts to paths.

Find The Best Grass You Can And Drive On It

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Use the 90-Degree Rule

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SCG SEPTEMBER 2020

FINANCIAL RESULTS Sep-20 Actual

ASSOCIATION

Sep-20 Budget

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

Operating Assessment Revenue $ 1,018,458 $ 1,018,388 $ Fitness & Activities Grand Lifestyles Rent Food & Beverage Membership Fees Recreation Revenue

3,728 7,555 21,460 2,601 33,743 69,086

48,338 11,290 23,864 37,943 40,354 161,790

120,120 133,969 19,092 33,491 13,286 319,958

Other Revenue Interest Income TOTAL REVENUE

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YTD Actual

YTD Budget

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

$ 8,922,808 $ 8,921,425 $

1,383

Forecast CY20

Budget CY20

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

$ 12,001,012 $ 11,999,629 $

1,383

484,637 59,327 210,963 283,181 388,906 1,427,014

1,000,101 92,612 267,541 630,821 431,873 2,422,947

(515,464) (33,285) (56,578) (347,640) (42,967) (995,933)

490,637 83,407 272,043 283,181 507,955 1,637,223

1,309,156 126,442 354,817 802,590 550,922 3,143,926

(818,519) (43,035) (82,774) (519,408) (42,967) (1,506,703)

98,791 102,661 21,792 31,555 24,296 12,125 291,219

(44,610) (3,735) (2,404) (35,343) (6,612) (92,704) 21,330 31,308 (2,700) (31,555) 9,195 1,161 28,739

1,356,027 295,965 3,401,021 587,046 34,922 418,091 202,294 6,295,367

1,177,391 339,758 3,015,082 789,597 154,561 628,545 191,117 6,296,051

178,636 (43,793) 385,939 (202,551) (119,639) (210,453) 11,178 (684)

1,753,820 454,927 4,247,824 758,407 83,564 605,054 272,764 8,176,361

1,575,184 498,720 3,861,885 960,958 203,203 815,508 261,586 8,177,045

178,636 (43,793) 385,939 (202,551) (119,639) (210,453) 11,178 (684)

6,410 8,118 1,422,031

6,722 21,000 1,499,119

(312) (12,882) (77,089)

111,492 139,990 16,896,671

137,838 189,000 17,967,261

(26,346) (49,010) (1,070,590)

150,947 163,990 22,129,534

177,294 252,000 23,749,894

(26,346) (88,010) (1,620,360)

Cost of Sales GROSS PROFIT

63,619 1,358,411

66,428 1,432,692

2,809 (74,280)

887,652 16,009,019

1,438,837 16,528,424

551,185 (519,405)

1,070,972 21,058,562

1,841,545 21,908,349

770,573 (849,787)

Payroll Utilities Repairs & Maintenance Insurance Professional Fees Landscaping Operating Expense Depreciation TOTAL EXPENSES

816,563 186,930 83,133 65,100 32,362 190,070 537,439 1,500 1,913,096

877,378 204,897 73,275 35,382 10,000 190,794 466,092 1,500 1,859,318

60,815 17,967 (9,858) (29,719) (22,362) 724 (71,347) (53,778)

7,648,876 1,368,447 667,834 487,238 157,415 1,710,630 3,319,181 13,500 15,373,121

8,224,474 1,558,721 628,408 308,784 139,455 1,717,146 3,416,765 13,500 16,007,253

575,598 190,274 (39,426) (178,454) (17,960) 6,516 97,584 634,132

10,108,634 1,871,633 876,759 682,538 193,415 2,283,012 4,864,340 18,000 20,898,332

10,929,853 2,061,871 838,333 414,929 169,455 2,289,528 4,980,823 18,000 21,702,792

821,219 190,238 (38,426) (267,610) (23,960) 6,516 116,483 804,461

Annual Pass Flex Pass Resident Daily Guest Public Merchandise Driving Range Golf Revenue

SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) Before Capital

$

(554,685) $

Project Expense SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)

(426,627) $

(128,058)

-

(154,153)

(426,627) $

(282,211)

154,153 $

(708,838) $ 11,433

T otal

9,970

1,463

$

635,898 $

521,171 $

114,727

-

(359,656)

276,242 $

521,171 $

(244,929)

156,680

142,936

359,656 $

Sep-20 RESERVE FUND

YIELD

STAFFING

-

(359,656)

(199,426) $

205,557 $

(404,982)

197,744

184,000

359,656 $

13,744

Sep-20

Sep-20

Variance

Actual

Budget

Fav/(Unfav)

$530,000

Full Time

168

176

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Investments

16,610,000

Investments

3,710,000

Part Time

108

136

28

19,750,000

TOTAL

4,240,000

Total

276

312

36

0.25% $

Balance

(45,326)

Money Market

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CARE FUND

205,557 $

$3,140,000 0.40% $

Balance

Sep-20

160,230 $

Money Market TOTAL

YIELD

13,744

$

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SUMMARY OF

OCTOBER 8, 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING BOARD APPROVED RESOLUTIONS A. General

fully with the Board-approved COVID–19 Master Reopening and Operation Guidelines, and (2) if a proposed plan or rule may implicate the portion of the Master Guidelines that addresses the various modes of transmission of COVID–19, the General Manager shall transmit his proposed plan or rule to the Board through the Board President for a determination.

1. Purchase Request 20-2116-RF – Desert Springs Restaurant – Replace Unit #6, a 7.5-ton unit, in the amount not to exceed $11,454.

2. Purchase Request 20-7172-RF – Granite Falls Snack Bar – Replaced ADA Door Operator on the women’s restroom in the amount not to exceed $2,820.

3. Purchase Request 20-24302560-RF – Replacement of two dishwashers at Desert Springs Restaurant in the amount not to exceed $18,200.

4. Delegate to the General Manager the authority under the Umbrella Policy to determine the plans and rules for Events and Usage of Rooms and Facilities in reopened common area buildings that have not been otherwise covered by Boardapproved plans and rules for specific Clubs, Specific Use Amenities, or Activities, provided that (1) all such plans and rules shall comply

PRESIDENT

Don Love granddonlove@ icloud.com

VICE PRESIDENT

Alan Meyer grandameyer@ aol.com

5. Changes to the Reserve Policy as presented by the Reserve Sub-Committee.

6. Revised plan and rules to allow the Sun City Grand Lady Putters to use the Cimarron putting green, submitted by the Lady Putters Club, with the reopening date to be determined by CAM. 7. Revised plan and rules to allow the Sun City Grand Drama and Comedy Club to use the outdoor Amphitheatre, submitted by the Drama and Comedy Club, with the reopening date to be determined by CAM.

SECRETARY

Steve Bowen Steve4grand@ gmail.com

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TREASURER

Stephanie Sloggett O’Dell Stephanie4grand@ gmail.com

BOARD MEMBER

Barbara Minick Barbaram4grand@ gmail.com

8. Revised plan and rules to reopen the Sun City Grand Outdoor Tennis facilities submitted to the Board of Directors by the Tennis Club.

9. Revised plan and rules to reopen the Sun City Grand Outdoor Lawn Bowling facilities submitted to the Board of Directors by the Lawn Bowling Club.

10.Neighborhood Representative Overview and Guideline Policy as submitted.

B. Reserve Project 1. Purchase Request 20-211-212213-216-RF – Installation of 1” screened Palomino gold granite on the Durango, Memorial, Villagio/Taos and Reems trails in the amount not to exceed $459,000, which includes material and labor.

C. Operating Project 1. Purchase Request 20-017OP – Softball Field Irrigation upgrades in the amount not to exceed $10,302.

BOARD MEMBER

Earle Greenberg greenberg4grand@ gmail.com

BOARD MEMBER

Gene Neigoff Gene4grand@ cox.net

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF GOLF OPERATIONS

TURF PRESERVATION PART 2

LESSONS LEARNED

Jeff Hochman Director of Golf Operations

In an effort to further educate our resident golfers about the negative effects of prolonged additional cart usage on our courses, the Golf Advisory Committee would like to share some additional information with you.

All vehicles cause turf damage. This includes motorized golf carts, pull carts, and maintenance vehicles. Some of the damage may not be visible for days or even weeks as a result of the effects of soil compaction. Pull carts impact the golf course less than motorized carts, but all carts impact the golf course. Vehicle traffic has the greatest impact on wear and soil compaction due to the amount of area covered and the increased damage caused by repeated traffic over a concentrated area.

SOIL COMPACTION

areas in unplayable condition for your fellow golfers.

The following is from an article written several years ago for the GREEN SECTION RECORD by an agronomist in the Southwest Region of the USGA’s Green Section:

AREA IMPACTED - WHERE THE RUBBER MEETS THE ROAD

The damage caused by various modes of transportation can be estimated by measuring the contact area of shoes or tires and multiplying this over the total area covered during a round of golf. The following example illustrates the average area impacted while playing a 6,200yard golf course: n Walking golfer with golf bag = 1,283 sq. ft. n Walking golfer using a pull cart with 3"-wide wheels = 12,908 sq. ft. n Golfer riding a golf cart = 61,845 sq. ft. n Two golfers each using a golf cart = 123,690 sq. ft.

Traffic compacts soil particles so tightly that water and air can’t move in or out of the soil, and plant roots can’t penetrate the rock-hard soils. With no root growth, the plant suffers from lack of nutrients Turf - Partin2 turn results in andPreservation water, which slower growth. Soil compaction can In an effort to further educate our resident golfers about the negative effects of prolonged additional cart impact turf growth or wouldLooking theadditional numbers, it is easy to usage on our courses, the for Golfseveral Advisoryweeks Committee like to shareatsome information with months, resulting in the total loss of turf understand why four-wheel golf carts you. cover and chronic problems with poor impact (and compact) the golf course so All vehicles cause turf damage. motorized golf carts, pull carts, and maintenance vehicles. Some dramatically. drainage.

In addition, it This canincludes leave certain

of the damage may not be visible for days or even weeks as a result of the effects of soil compaction. Pull carts impact the golf course less than motorized carts, but all carts impact the golf course. Vehicle traffic has the greatest impact on wear and soil compaction due to the amount of area covered and the increased damage caused by repeated traffic over a concentrated area.

Soil Compaction

Traffic compacts soil particles so tightly that water and air can’t move in or out of the soil, and plant roots can’t penetrate the rock-hard soils. With no root growth, the plant suffers from lack of nutrients and water, which in turn results in slower growth. Soil compaction can impact turf growth for several weeks or months, resulting in the total loss of turf cover and chronic problems with poor drainage. In addition, it can leave certain areas in unplayable condition for your fellow golfers.

The preceding examples paint a clearer picture of why golf carts cause significant damage to golf courses. By analyzing the numbers, we can learn the following lessons: n All vehicles cause turf damage. This includes motorized golf carts, pull carts, and maintenance vehicles. Some of the damage may not be visible for days or even weeks as a result of the effects of soil compaction. n Walking the golf course and carrying your clubs impacts the golf course far less than pull or motorized carts based on the total amount of area impacted. n Pull carts impact the golf course less than motorized carts, but all carts impact the golf course more than walking. This is due to the smaller area contacted by foot traffic and the wheels of the pull cart. n Vehicle traffic has the greatest impact on wear and soil compaction due to the amount of area covered and the increased damage caused by repeated traffic over a concentrated area.

Damage is further increased with a greater number of turns, a higher speed of travel, and the number of traffic passes over a given area. Based on the research results, the main focus for minimizing the damage caused by golf carts should be on spreading traffic over a wider area or restricting golf carts to paths.

Reducing the Inevitable Damage Caused by Golf Carts Spread cart traffic over a wider area and avoid turning and driving over the same areas repeatedly n Vary the entry and exit points along the cart paths to spread traffic and wear more evenly n Strongly encourage keeping all carts at least 30 feet from the edges of tees and greens to avoid damaging sensitive turf areas n Use the 90-Degree Rule n

Find The Best Grass You Can And Drive On It

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The following is from an article written several years ago for the GREEN SECTION RECORD by an agronomist in the Southwest Region of the USGA’s Green Section:

AREA IMPACTED - WHERE THE RUBBER MEETS THE ROAD

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FROM THE LIFESTYLES MANAGER

A TIME FOR THANKS AND FOR GIVING This is the time of the year to express our gratitude to family and friends. Thank those who have and are serving our Country. It is a time for thanks and a time for giving. Even more so now, it is important to remind those you love, how much they mean to you.

Lorena Nieto Lifestyles Manager

Activities has been working various entertainment options and travel opportunities. We understand the uncertainty of our times and the need to escape and enjoy our time

as well. We’re putting together a few options for your perusal. See page 13 for travel opportunities.

Look for additional information in forthcoming Activities and Events Community eblasts.

Congratulations to our Baking Battle Winner…Kathy Woodhead and her Pumpkin Spice Cake!

Thank you to all those residents who participated in our Battle of the Best Contest Series – we greatly appreciate you!

Visit us on suncitygrand.com or contact us at 623-546-7449.

Thank you for your continued support of your SCG Activities Department. We look forward to seeing everyone again soon.

3 LAYER PUMPKIN SPICE CAKE with spiced cream cheese frosting 2¾ Cups all-purpose flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder n 1 Teaspoon baking soda n 2 Teaspoons cinnamon n 1 Teaspoon nutmeg n ¼ Teaspoon ginger n 2 Cups granulated sugar n ½ Teaspoon salt n 1½ Sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter – note* do not soften butter in the microwave.

I cut mine into ½ inch slices onto waxed paper on the countertop, leaving out only 5–6 minutes, you do not want it to be too soft. If it does get too soft, refrigerate for a few minutes n 4 Large eggs (room temperature) n ¼ Vegetable oil n 1 Can (15 oz.) Pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) n ½ Cup of whole milk n 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract n n

Pumpkin spiced cake layers Kathy Woodhead

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This recipe uses the reverse creaming method.

Preheat oven to 350. Grease & flour three 8 inch pans. I also like to use parchment paper in the bottom of the pans to help with the cake release.

In your mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients (flour and the next seven ingredients.) With the mixer on low speed, mix the dry ingredients for 30 seconds so all will be well blended. Add the pieces of butter a few slices at a time. Mix until the dry ingredients are moistened by the butter and look like coarse sand. If you pinch some of the mixture between your fingers, it will stick together. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.

In another bowl combine eggs, oil, pumpkin, milk and vanilla. Whisk until well blended, set aside.

Method is important in this recipe so with the mixer on low speed, slowly add approximately ½ of the egg mixture. Increase to medium speed for 1 ½ minutes. Scrape bottom and sides of the bowl.

Add the remaining egg mixture in 2 pourings, beating 20 seconds after each addition.

Bake at 350 degrees 30–35 minutes, let cool in pans 10 minutes then turn onto cooling racks.

Spiced butter cream cheeese frosting 1½ Cups (3 sticks) of softened unsalted butter 1½ Packages of cream cheese n 1½ Teaspoon of cinnamon n 1/2 Teaspoon of nutmeg n 5 – 5 ½ Cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted (or more to reach desired spreading consistency) n 2 Teaspoons vanilla extract n n

To prepare the frosting Using your mixer, beat the butter and cream cheese until well blended. Add the vanilla and spices.

With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and mix until it is a good consistency for spreading Frost each layer and sides of cake. Decorate as you desire.

I chose a fall theme with edible leaves and candy pumpkins. Enjoy with a hot cup of coffee!

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TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES TJ KINDRED TOURS

Kindred Tours is super excited to offer BUBBLE TOURS, to groups of no less than six, but no more than ten passengers, and you put your own group together. Choose a tour that we are currently offering or call the office with special requests. For more information, or to make a reservation, call Kindred Tours at 480-497-2478. Visit our website at www.kindredtours.com to learn more about OUR COMMITMENT TO WELLNESS.

DESERT TO TALL PINES SCENIC DRIVE & BRUZZI’S VINEYARD

NOVEMBER 10TH, TUESDAY | $120 Seventy-six-mile Desert to Tall Pines Scenic Byway follows Highway 288 from Globe to the tiny town of Young, Arizona. We’ll visit the winery, where we’ll have the place all to ourselves to taste a flight of six wines. We’ll also enjoy a hearty lunch of Italian style sandwiches, socially distanced on the patio, and it’s all included. This fantastic fall tour offers so much, and you won’t want to miss it!

THE ROCK ART RANCH & LA POSADA HOTEL

NOVEMBER 12TH, THURSDAY | $129 that was once part of the Hashknife Gang Spread. Much more than a home to cattle and bison, archaeological records show that people have been passing through this area for over 13,000 years—hunting and gathering groups, semi nomadic and later sedentary farmers, and it is considered a sacred site by Native Americans. Before visiting the ranch, we’ll enjoy lunch on self at the award-winning Turquoise Room at La Posada Hotel—the last of the great railroad hotels. Tables in the dining room have been spaced to offer social distancing and stringent safety protocols have been put into place. Join us for this remarkable tour!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DIONNE AT PHOENIX THEATRE

NOVEMBER 21ST, SATURDAY | $105 We’ve scored front and center seats for Happy Birthday Dionne, an entire evening celebrating Dionne Warwick and the music she made famous. This genre-hopping trip through one of pop music’s most dynamic catalogues is brought to you by We3—pianist Nicole Pesce, vocalist Renee Patrick, and violinist Suzanne Lansford. Phoenix Theatre Company has built an outdoor stage, offering high quality performances, while allowing the audience to practice social distancing. The new performance space will accommodate 250 attendees, seated in pairs and distanced 6 feet apart in all directions.

Bundle up and bring your blanket for a cozy theatre experience, settled into comfortable Adirondack chairs. We’ll arrive early enough to explore the concessions—maybe grab a light dinner, or a hot toddy before the show. This is going to be a fantastic experience—don’t miss it!

THE DESERT BELLE PADDLEBOAT CRUISE

DECEMBER 1ST, TUESDAY | $99 We are on our way to Beautiful Saguaro Lake, where we’ll board the Desert Belle, a double-deck paddleboat, featuring a climate controlled lower level, and an upper deck with awnings. We’ll enjoy an 80-minute narrated paddleboat cruise—entertaining and educational—offering some of Arizona’s most breathtaking scenery. We’ll arrive early enough to enjoy a gourmet sack lunch before boarding the paddleboat, and it’s all included. This is always a wonderful afternoon out, and we hope you’ll join us!

UNWRAPPED: AN ORIGINAL CHRISTMAS REVUE AT PHOENIX THEATRE

DECEMBER 13TH, SUNDAY | $105 Join us front & center for this fantastic evening performance! The Phoenix Theatre Company and Brock Pro Entertainment bring rock n’ roll muscle to this original production, featuring songs from Pentatonix, NSYNC, Hanson and more. Classics and contemporary gems rub shoulders as our local rock heroes put the rhythm and blues in Christmas. We’ll arrive early enough to explore the food and beverage concessions before settling into comfortable Adirondack chairs for a cozy theatre experience. Don’t miss it!

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FREE SPIRIT VACATIONS

For more information or reservations please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or reservations@ freespiritvacations.com. Please note: Due to decreased capacity restrictions, it is important to book early as space is limited.

Each year, Free Spirit presents “Around the Corner to Around the World”, an informative program where several travel professionals do a short presentation on their areas. We will be doing it Virtually this year. Some of the trips to be discussed are Verde Canyon Railroad, Laughlin, Copper Canyon, Las Vegas, Navajo, Rocky Point, and MORE. Please RSVP to Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480926-5547 or reservations@freespiritvacations.com and you will be given the link.

NEW YEARS EVE AT HISTORIC LA POSADA

DECEMBER 31, 2020 – JANUARY 1, 2021 $425 PP/DOUBLE $495 PP/SINGLE La Posada in Winslow AZ will be the site for this exclusive New Years Celebration. In the tradition of architect and visionary Mary Colter, La Posada continues to inspire many renowned artists to create magnificent and memorable works. Dinner and New Years Eve celebration will be at the world-famous Turquoise Room, a fine and unique restaurant, providing a mesmerizing interpretation of Arizona food. Other Arizona treasures, including the Petrified Forest, Painted Desert, and Meteor Crater are also part of this mini-getaway.

UTAH MIGHTY 5 FROM PHOENIX

DEPARTS FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH $1,899 PP/DOUBLE $2249 PP/SINGLE Join us for a 7 day adventure through Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion National Parks. These magnificent parks are known as the Utah Mighty 5. Each park will enable you to see unique geological formations all within the region of Southern Utah. It will be a week you won’t soon forget!.

DOLLY STEAMBOAT AND LUNCH

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 $129 PER PERSON Travel the scenic, winding, trail to Canyon Lake, framed by giant saguaro cacti and board the Dolly Steamboat for a 90 minute narrated cruise of the secluded waterways of the "Junior Grand Canyon," Tortilla Flats and lunch are also included.

VERDE VALLEY OVERNIGHT

NOVEMBER 13-14, 2020 $395 PP/DOUBLE $475 PP/SINGLE Highlights of this overnight getaway include first-class seating on the Verde Canyon Railroad, dinner at the Blazin’ M Ranch, and the Copper Art Museum. Overnight is at the Best Western Cottonwood Inn.

ZOO LIGHTS DRIVE THRU AND DINNER

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 $115 PER PERSON For the first time in the history of the Phoenix Zoo, experience millions of twinkling lights and dazzling animal sculptures from the comfort of your own vehicle. Tour the Africa Trail and see the all NEW Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring 66 animals — polar bears, mammoths, koalas, kangaroos and more!.

Includes dinner at Buca de Beppos

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FROM THE FITNESS MANAGER

How NOT to Fall First, a little doom and gloom… (but it gets better) …

25,000 older Americans died last year from falling n 1 in 3 adults over 65 fall every year n Every year 2.5 MILLION people are treated for fallrelated injuries n Falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries requiring medical attention n

Allison Adams Fitness Manager

Everyone in this community has a similar fear – “What if I fall?

Will I break something?

Will that mean the end of my independence.?”

Let’s discuss why we fall and then give you some preventative methods to help allay that fear…

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What/Where are the risks of falling?

In your home: throw rugs, pets, hardwood floors, bathroom, getting into or out of a chair, uneven walking surfaces. n Your body and lifestyle: dressing without care (sit down!), medications, diabetic – neuropathy, changing medical n

conditions, depression, lack of exercise, failing vision, staying in a toofamiliar environment (get out of the house!), turning/ changing positions too quickly, decreased response time, inability to quickly regain balance, inability to negotiate obstacles, decreased flexibility, and finally “fear of falling.”

Yes, you read that correctly.

The “fear of falling” actually puts you at a greater risk for….falling.

You do not have to be a “fall statistic”. In general, here are some tips to prevent a fall…

Get out of the house ✦ Try new things, get yourself into new environments n Be physically active ✦ Take fitness classes, work out in the fitness room, go for a walk, bike ride, small weights at home, get a “big ball”, dance! ✦ Build upper and lower body strength; spend an hour with a personal trainer ✦ Watch your posture – stand and walk upright – Especially if you use a walker or cane n

n

Watch your “gait”

✦ No shuffling, no “half

steps”, swing your arms when you walk! ✦ No inappropriate footwear – no flip flops ✦ Increase deep breathing

Here’s some easy exercises to keep you strong and on balance.

1

Get out of your chair – no arms….several times per day.

2

Stand on one leg…hold hold hold….. other leg…(hold onto a chair or counter if you need to.)

3

Heel raises so you are standing on your toes…then stand on your heels!

4 5

Leg lifts… one at a time Knee raises…. same thing only lead with your knee……other leg

6 7

“Marching” in a chair…..use your arms!

Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth (hold onto the bathroom counter).

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US ARMY Aldrich, Richard Anders, Dave Anderson, Anthony Anderson, Ed Anderson, Jim Anderson, Leonard J Apple, Larry J. Asbury, Craig Asher, Don Augspurger, Irvin Aune, Roy Avard, John Babicke, Robert Bache, William F. Badsgard, Charles W. Baker, Tom Barberi, Robert J. Barbour, Jim Barish, Robert Barker, John C. Barkus, Chuck J. Barone, Vincent Basso, Dominic J. Beach, Alan J. Beach, Wayne E. Bean, John Beggs, Gary L. Beltz, Ron Benbow, James E. Bennett, Douglas Berger, John H. Bernard, Michael J. Bertholdy, John F. Biechler, William L. Bigornia, Art Bisesi, Phil Bizak, Timothy Blomquist, Rodney O. Blum, James K. Blunt, David F. Boe, James F. Boesen, Gordon Bognar, Jack Boostrom, Donn Bowyer, John M. Bredlie, Burton E. Brodde, Harry S. Brown, Beverly J. Brown, Doug Brown, Mark C

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Brunner, Jerome Brunskill, Joseph Bunker, Steven Burger, Tom F. Busenbark, Dale T. Busuttil, John J. Cameron, Robert D. Campbell, Marlin J. Cantrell, Jimmie Cappello, Frederick Carnes, Harry Carpenter, Michael R. Carson, William A Cary, Bob Chaffee, Sidney J. Chapman, Leon D. Chilton, Bill Chipman, Phillip Clark, Ken Clark, Ken R. Coffey, Elizabeth A. Coffey, Jr., Denis M. Cole, Donald Collins, Rodrick Collins, Steve Colville, Glen H. Conley, Bill Conley, John W. Conrad, Carl C. MD (WWII) Copeland, Thomas Coppola, Vito Coren, Lyle Costello, Stuart N. Cox, Steve Craig, Robert Crawford, Kenneth E. Cromey, Ronald Crotty, Jim E. Cruz, Chuck Culp, Gerald E. Cuyler, Marvin Dahl, H. Wayne D'Ambrosio, Michael R. Deach, Don Debber, Stanley L. Deckhut, Joseph A. DeLanty, Perry Desmarteau, Mike Di Domenico, Anthony Di Sano, Peter V Dietrich, Marvin F.

Thank you, we will never be able to repay you, but we will never forget your bravery.

Names listed here are Veterans who currently live here in Sun City Grand.

Dietrich, Neil Dobbert, Arnold Donaldson, Charles Dotts, Robert A. Douglas, Dana DowDell, Charles R. Drohomyreckyj, Jaroslaw Drolet, Robert H. Drosky, Frank D. Duran, Ramon F. Durham, David Edwards, Donald P. Edwards, Thomas M. Eggermont, Al Ellenberger, Andrew C. J. Ellis, John C. Ellis, Phillip L. Ellis, Robert Engle, Glen B. Esch, Robert Evangelista, David Evans, William F. Everton, Eldon Farrand, David M. Faunce, Don Febock, Ida Febock, Paul Fee, Gary L. Fentiman, Allen Ferguson, Joseph A. Fernstrum, J. Ross Ferrell, Charles E. Finberg, Roger M. Fisch, Sid

Fitzgerald, John P. Fleck, Howard E. Fontaine, Leonard J. Fontejon, Sam P. Forde, Erwin B. Fortner, Rick C. Foy, Larry Frantzve, C Kenneth Fromson, Howard M. Gallagher, Michael J. Gallivan, Tom Galperin, Lance J. Gamache, Gary Garcia, Roland Garrigan, Jim Genser, Dale S. Gentry, Herbert H. Geremia, Anthony Gialinas, Milton G. Gilcrease, William Lee Gill, Don Goemer, Michael Goodger, John Goodwin, Jerry A. Goto, Jerry S. Graham, Doug Granack, James Grose, Jim Grover, Don Gunderson, Susan J. Gustincic, David Halker, Bill Halligan, Robert J. Hanneman, Roger R.

Hansen, Dale Hanson, Phil J. Hardy, John Harris, Douglas D. Harrison, Roger A. Hart, Jim Heaton, John W. Heinricher, Jack Hennefer, Steve Hennessy, Michael W. Herivel, Wayne Hernandez, Dave Hewes, Jim Hickman, William B. Hild, Leroy P. Hillas, Peter W. Hilton, Joseph Hoffman, Arnold C. Holcomb, Rich Holley, Norman Holliday, Don Hornburg, E. Peter Huston, Jerry Ignatowski, Joe Imming, Maurice M. Iverson, Wendell Jacobsen, Steven C. Janquart, Roger J. Jensen, Ronald Johnson, Armand Lee Johnson, Kenneth Jorgensen, Dale R. Joy, Timothy S. Julian, Robert A. Justice, Robert A. Jutila, Vern Karonis, George Keavy, Bob Keeler, David Keim, Robert Kennell, Jim Kiddoo, Jack King, Tom E Kirby, Rich Kirkpatrick, Harry Kisicki, Larry R. Klemp, Tom Kohler, Thomas A. Kohnen, Richard G. Kraker, Randy Kroencke, Daniel Krzeminski, Kenneth A.

LaBlonde, Jr., George T. Lafferty, Jerry L. Lane, Rich Lang, William G. Lanning, Gary J. Larsen, Carl Laundy, Hank Lebrecht, Horst Lee Jr, Morris Harold Lervick, Robert M. Leshney, Tom Lindner, Lawrence R. Lints, Rick Loewith, H. Howard Long, Michael I. Lowery, Dan E. Luedke, George R. Lundquist, Loren G. Lussier, Bob Mackey, William Frank Madden, Howard Madio, Jack Madsen, Robert L. Maez, David J. Magiera, Jr. Joseph E. Mahan, John T. Majeska, Ray Malinowski, Thomas S. Manthie, Robert J. Manuelian, Robert Manzi Jr., Joseph F. Marcus, Elliot Martin, Dave A. Matter, Matt Mayfield, Greg A. Mazzola, Graziano McCloskey, Thomas J. McDermott, James F. McGill, Jack McGlynn, Ronald L. McKinstry, Earl R. Mead, Daniel N. Merrill, Joseph J. Michels, David Miller, Albert P. Miller, Allen Miller, Dave Miller, Dean C. Miller, Ennis B. Miller, Glen D. Miller, Russell J. Milleville, Richard A.

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Missureli, Bud Mjelde, Ronald G. Monnett, Dwayne D. Montenare, Gene Montgomery, Phil Morgan, Dennis P. Morrison, Joseph Moser, Dean Mosier, James E. Most, Marc A. Much, Diane Murphy, Bob Murphy, Denis C. Murphy, Edward Myers, R. Michael Myhre, Marvin Nasholm, Thomas Navratil, Sharon Neigoff, Eugene N. Nelson, Richard W. Nelson, Roger Nemchin, Jack Nerdahl, John H. Nevin, Jack, F. Newman, Max Niccum, Thomas E. Nickerson, Jeffrey D. Nixt, Thomas A. Noteboom, Donald Noto, Vic Nudo, James M. Nugent, Myles E. Oberg, Mike R. Oehler, Orlin Olmstead, Lee Olsen, Gregory P. Olson, John O'Meara, Mike Oristian, Joan Paakh, Bruce Pallavicini, Jose Palma, Jim F. Parise, Frank S. Parkel, Lynn Parks, Jack G. Paulsen, Jerald D. Perdelwitz, Dennis R. Perry, Herb Peterson, Richard W. Petrillo, Larry Pietrandoni, Ron Pihl, Niels

Pitsenberger, Brian Plante, Linda Plante, Robert Platt, Mel Poinier, Laurance H. Popiel, James L. Preite, Frank D. Prygocki, Peter J. Pullmann, Dutch Quigley, John J. Quimby, Robert W. Quintrall, Jack Raffo, A.V. Ralston, Douglas E. Randall, Larry Redar, Gerald Redding, John Robert Reed, Carl Richardson, Gordon Rivers, Horace Riviere, Burt Rizzo, Frank Rose, Charles Rosenfeld, Chuck Roth, Gary R. Royer, Pat Rufrano, Tom Ryan, Patrick Saffer, Robert Salsbury, Richard D. Salter, Doug C. Sanders, Bob Santelman, Bruce Saunders, Ralph Scavo, Sam A. Schaffner, Hermann Scheidegger, Larry Scherer, Robert C. Schmitz, Dave Schubring, Robert O. Schuver, Fred Schweig, Barry B. Scott, Don W. Scovill, Nicholas Seago, Anna Lea Seddon, Michael Seibert, Steve L. Seiler, David Seith, Howard Serin, Charles Shanahan, Bill P. Shank, Norman

Shaw, E Joe Sheer, Edward Shepherd, Tom R. Shevlin, Joseph F. Sibley, Burt D. Siemieniec, Leonard Sikes, David B. Silversteen, Patricia Sinder, Carl J. Sisak, Michael A. Skala, Terry Skala, Tim Slinger, Billy J. Smith, Carlyle A. Smith, Edwin Smith, Gerald W. Smith, Jeffery P. Smith, Jeffrey C. Smith, Paul D. Smith, Roland Smith, Shirley E. Solomon, Arthur A. Sonstroem, Jon M Stamp, Meryl Stanerson, John Starr, Charles A. Stead, Ivan W Stevens, Craig Strickland, William L. Stype, Bob Summers, William A. Swafford, Dan Sweeting, Roger L. Tamburello, Bob Tejada, David Tennison, Richard C. Terry, Tom Teter, Del F. Thomas, Jim Thomas, Michael Thomczek, Larry Timgren, Lynn W. Tolar, Larry Tolliver, Melvin J. Trueman, Lee Underwood, Ron Vaccaro, Joseph M. Vachon, Roy Valdez, Robert Valenti, Sam Van Cleef, Alfred Van Winkle, Ken

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VanNoy, Ronald M. Vaske, Jim Venema, William A. Vreeke, Bill A. Wahls, Philip F. Waldal, Harold Walker, Robert D. Wall, Dana H. Wallner, David Washburn, Clarence D. Washington, Clarence S. Waters, Elizabeth A. Wathey, Wes Weatherson, Frederick W. Weber, Daniel R. Weber, James Weber, James S. Westfall, James M. Westland, Stan Whitehill, Michael W. Wienkes, Paul G. Wilityer, Steve Will, Roger L. Willard, Bennett Williams, Dale A. Williams, James P. Williams, Roger A. Wilton, Michael Wilton, Ray Wirebaugh, Ralph S. Wirth, Richard G. Witkowski, Jim Wohlbrandt, Donald Wojda, Wayne Wojtas, Jerry Wolcott, James L. Wraspir, Robert Wresh, Frederick L. Wynant, Dick Young, Brenda Zagorski, Joseph Zapka, William Zech, Robert D. Zekman, Rick Zell, Hans Peter Ziegelmann, Lee Ziegler, Al Zimmerman, Jerry C. Zmugg, Thomas J.

US AIR FORCE Alton, Dennis R. Andersen, Donald Anderson, Jr. John C. Anderson, Maynard C. Anderson, Paul Anderson, Robert Askern, Lee Auberg, Lanny Baran, William Barborak, Kenneth J. Barnes, Jerry P. Bartolotta, Donald A. Becker, Richard A. Bedwell, Ray B. Beelman, Robert Bjerk, Vern R. Blake, Jerry E. Blazek, Ernest E. Bobeck, Adrian Boesen, Randel K. Boldt, Burleigh E. Borchert, Bruce Bornhoeft, Fred Borseth, James M. Borst, Raymond H. Botteri, Frank V. Brandt, Barbara G. Brenno, Lester Bromberg, Victor Bronersky, John E. Brooks, Loy Brotsky, Larry J. Brower, Larry V. Brown, Jim A Brown, Kent Brown, Robert M. Brown, Sandy K. Bunn, Roland C. Carson, Arnold B. Cavalier, James A. Clark, Kenneth H. Clark, Larry G. Clesi, Philip A. Cloonan, Timothy G. Coslett, Ron Counihan, James J. Craig, Guy L Crane, Thomas Cushing, George E. Cutler, Dennis

Cuyler, Marvin Daniels, Ron Davis, Bobby J. Dion, Bobby Dirkse, David L. Dirschberger, Gary L. Donan, David J. Doucet, Gerald O. Dourney, Marty W. Downing, Jeff Dunker, John M. Duran, Ramon F. Dushan, George Dye, Richard Easton, David Ellis, Lynn Fedor, William Felling, Merle J. Ferrell, Chuck Fischer, Raymond P. Fossey, Kenneth Fox, Ron Foy, Denis J. Francis, John E. Frank, John E. (Jeff) Frese, Gerald W. Furrey, Tom Garlick, Barry Geck, Gretchen M. Geer, Michael Geller, David E. Gerke, David J. Gerlach, Gerry Gibson, Raymond Gilboy, James Glim, Mark A. Gossett, John F. Gray, Theodore F. Gregoire, Leo Gural, Cheryl L. Gural, Steve A. Haggerty, Phil Halsey, Daniel Hammel, John Hanson, James W. Harala, Wayne H. Haubrich, James H. Haxton, Doug Heikkinen, Gilbert Herbel, Robert G. Heroux, Mark A. Hinkel, Larry

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Holden, John Homan, John Hopkins, Walter C. Hossele, Anthony Houston, Scott (William) Hrapchak, John Huendorf, Robert H. Humphrey, Larry Inman, Gary G. Jevens, James M. Jilek, Dennis Johnson, Roger D Johnson, Stan Johnson, William J. Keating, Richard A. Kennedy, Richard P. Kepler III, George W. Kerekes, Michael A. Kimble, James L. Klemmer, Howard Korski, Edward P. Kravitz, Kenneth B. Kuestermeyer, Guy Kundrot, Joseph M. Lafferty, Thomas E. Langer, William Langlois, Ronald J. Lanigan, Richard Lasater, William Latourelle, Eugene Lee, Don E. Lekawa, Donald E. Lemcke, James R. Lervick, John Lickteig, Fred C. Ludwig, Robert J. Lyes, William G. Lynch, Henry Macy, John E. Maki, Ken E. Maligro, David Maloney, Robert J. Marker, Richard Markert, William J. Markert, Marge S. Markitans, Ansis Marotti, Anthony Marx, William F. Maynard, Larry G. McAfee, Ronald L. McCleerey, Dennis L. McCurdy, William

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McDonald, Richard Q. McGill, Jack McKean, Winston (Mick) McMullen, Gordon C. Megee, Michael T. Meine, John Melville, Milton A. (Andy) Meschi, John Miller, Michael K. Montat, Paul P. Moody, Joseph E. Morone, Ralph P. Mortensen, Garry Muhs, Charles W. Newark, Dave Notestine, Les Nussbaum, Sigmund Oglesby, Tracy J. Olsen, Thomas R Olson, Dwight R. Opp, Gilbert M. Parkin, Stephen E. Paul, Earl Fred Pescitani, Ronald J. Petty, Ralph B. Phipps, Joe Pierce, Terrence K. Pintler, Curt N. Posey, Floyd Powell, Berry Price, Charles Roger Quamma, Thomas Rabenold, Edward A. Ramstine, Kurt Rebenack, Larry Reeves, Don A. Reineking, George A. Reiners, Gaylyn W. Rice, Jim Roberts, Brian N. Rogerson, Ron Rohan Jr, Thomas J. Romine, John Rosiek, Judith Ryan, Michael Edward Sabo, James Sbrega, John A. Scanlon, Joe Scarboro, Gary L. Schanche, Clarence

Schierscher, Anton Schussler, John Scott, Glenn D. Seago, Donald A. Seike, Ullrich Seiter, Charles E. Sewell, Richard M. Shadwick, Barry A. Sjoberg, Oscar Smith, Larry D. Speaks, Ken Specht, David Stansbury, Bob Statman, Al Stevens, Darryl Stirling, Jim Stollar, William P. Stone, William M. Strong, James W. Swafford, Marc S Swain, Allen Swartz, Jeff Sweet, Bill Synan, David J. Tanner, Robert W. Tanner, Stacey L. Taras, Steven Thompson, David E. Thompson, Patricia A. Tibolla, Frank Vanderford, John Vandever, Wayne G. Vasica, Frank P. Veigel, Jon Verderose, William Vogel, Don K. Wadleigh, William F. Walker, Wayne D. Walsh, Richard K. Walters, Robert H. Ward, David Wegmann, Curt S. Westgate, Whitney (Earle) Whaley, Mel Whitlock, Jim Wiener, Dr. Irwin Wilder, Richard Wilkinson, H. Dale Williams, John W.O. Williams, Robert E. Willis, Herbert

Willis, Jimmy R. Winger, Clayton E. Zeitz, Stan Zielsdorf, Bernie

US COAST GUARD Barnes, David B. Barnes, Michael E. Bengtson, Allen Borchert, Ray Bunse, Mike Collier, Sandra Elliott, John S. Foy, Denis J. Gordon, William Hennefer, Steven D Hutchins, Calvin C Kuhn, Ted J. Lockner, Ed Onstad, Skip Parker, Bill Powell, James R.

BELGIAN ARMY Audenaerd, Leon I

US ARMY AIR CORP Ballard, Bob Colville, Glen H. Hutt, Wayne J. LaBlonde, George T., Jr. Lobitz, Bill Roepke, Henry Seiter, Charles

WOMEN'S ARMY CORP Gunderson, Susan J.

US NAVY Abate, Sam Abrams, Duncan Aiken, Bob Anderson, Myron "Bud" Anderson, Russell C. Ardito, Tony Armenti, Dominick Ash, Donald Axelrod, Phil Baker, Bruce T. ("B.T.") Baker, Edward

Baldridge, Mike Banner, Scott Banton, Mark J. Barbour, Joseph P. Bargfrede, Carlton C. Bemiss, Don Berg, Ronald V. Bernauer, Bernard Bessler, Michael B. Bigler, Thomas Binette, John R. Blick, Kenneth W. Block, Marvin Bluml, Lynn F. Boche, Robert Bolles Jr., George Bolles, Joan Bopp, Alex Borchert, Karen Borden, Richard C. Borkenhagen, Keith Bradford, David M. Bradley IV, Joseph J. Brandom, Steve Brandt, John O. Brenner, Mark Brown, Dennis D. Brown, Ron Brunsvold, Dan Bunse, Mike Burrell, Roger Calvert, Jerry Cama, R. Seven Camarigg, Don "Cam" Campbell, Roy Carlson, Gary Carpenter Jr., Norris R. Carpenter, Ruth Carter, Michael L. Chargin, Kenneth J. Chavez, John Clark, Jim Cohn, Cal Conn, George Counihan, James J. Couser, Robert J. Dadd, Al Denton, William H. Diekmann, Bob Dietrich, Manford Dillon, F Patrick Dionne, Richard

Dirksen, Lawrence Donlan, Michael Ehrlich, Donald L. Eissing, Frank Ellingson, Kenneth I. Ellsworth, Earl Erickson, Dave Faraone, Joe Field, Mark Ivan Fink, Bill Fisher, Charles E. Flanagan, Rich Fordney, Donald (Don) French, Paul F. Fried, Henry Gabehart, Tom Gardella, Jay Garry, Richard L. Giel, Michael Gipp, Clifton Gossard, Raleigh Earl Groh, Jake Hall, Wayne I. Halvorson, Randy Hansen, Richard L. Hartman, Thomas J. Hartman, Tom Harvey, Tom E. Haskel, Luana Hayes, Tom C. Hessler, Paul Hetzer, Mark Hodges, Sam Holden, Jim Homewood, William C. Hug, Michael Hull, Douglas Hunter, William A. Hutchinson, William Ingebritson, Roger Innecken, Ron Insler, Stuart R. Jochmans, Steve Jack, Robert W. Johnson, Robert Johnson, Robert D. Jones, David Juhl, Ronald E. Keeffe, William F. Kelleher, John M. Kolstad, Joe Kugler, Lloyd

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Kumke, John Lagerwey, John R. Lamb, Thomas Lambert, Raymond A. Laskowski, John (Seabees) Lebsack, Will D. Liedel, Albert J. Lindner, Howard L. Lobsenz, Herbert Loewith, H. Howard Lucas, David E. Ludolph, Ron Madison, Donald L. Madvig, Michael J. Magno, Dante Magno, Marianna Martin, Tom Materie, Mike Mathews, Steven J. McCarthy, Thomas W. McCaskill, John P. McDonald, Michael McGill, Jack McHenry, Bill McVey, Thomas Mell, Leroy Miller, Myles P. Miller, William Minnick, Kristine Minnick, Thomas Minnix, Daniel D. Monte, Gene Lee Montgomery, Dan Montoya, LeRoy N. Moran, Jim C. Muller, John D Murphy, Rosemary Myer, Al Nash, Claudetta D. Nash, Ronald Nelson, Daniel L. Nesbit, George "Mike" Nielsen, Alan E. Sr. Nyman, Terry Olson, John Olson, Robert C. Olson, Robert L. Overson, Larry Pacione, Sam J. Pahlke, Don Pannecouk, Gary

Panther, Don G. Parkins, Jack M. Pearlstein, Lawrence D. Pearson, Ronald C. Pegler, Dale Perlis, Seymour Phillips, Thomas A. Pitner, Lee Platts, Donald E. Plowman, Herschel Pond, Bill Prien, Dave Ranzinger, William Rautenkranz, Arden D. Reck, Melvin Reynolds, Chuck Ribaudo, Frank Riley, Richard E. Ritchey, Vic Roberts, Mike Roberts, Mike G. Roskens, Tom L. Rossio, Bruce W. Rumsey, Jim Rutherford, David A. Rynn, Brian K. Salzwedel, Walter Sampson, Chuck Sawatzki, Larry Schenck, Gary A. Schlogel, Raymond P. Schmidt, Don L. Schmit, Gary Schnauffer, Patrick M. Schnyders, Don Schreiber, Gerald A. Schroeder, Dale A. Schwartz, Bill Schwartz, Steven R. Scott, Anne Sexton, James H. Shackelford, Clyde Shanahan, Patrick Skinner, Steven L. Smith, Bill Smith, Larry W. Smith, Lloyd L. Smith, Thomas M., Sr. Solin, John Stackpole, Arthur Stenzel, Fred K. Storck, Theodore

Strachan, John L. Stretz, Robert C. Sugzda, Diane E. Suhr, Bob Talbot, Richard B. Tedell, John Tenan, William N. Thiltgen, Kenneth J. Truttman, John Turley, Shelley Umbarger, Richard L. Vaughters, Jon Vincent, Leonard J Vivian, John Vogt, Alan Walker, James J. Wallace, James A. Walton, Pete Ward, Al L. Watts, Patrick R. Weakland, Len A. Weber, Robert Westhoff, Dennis A. Wilcox, Larry Wilkins, Ray G. Williams, George O., Jr. Williams, Juvann Willis, David Wynn, Larry Zentner, Darryl D.

MERCHANT MARINES Borczak, Richard Griffin, Ronald

USMC Abate, Anthony J. Ahrens, Fred E. Allison, Jim Ash, Donald Asher, Hal Ballantine, Carlyle M. (Jack) Beazie, Richard Bender, Dennis Bennett, Douglas Beyer, Thomas A. Bisson, Edward E. Biundo, Jim Braun, James L. Bray, Bob

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Briody, William V. Brown, Coy M. Brown, Larry R Brown, William F. Bryant, Charles E. Burke, Thomas F. Butler, Mike Butts, Ron Caddick, Thomas A. Callies, Curt Caulfield, Denis R. Coltom, Ron Cross, John Cuyler, Marvin De Angelis, Al Diekman, Jim Diener, Delbert Dotson, Dave S. Duffy, Tim Eisenhut, James F. Esch, Robert Fasano, James Faso, Salvatore P. Feuling, Gene J. Finan, John Foerster, Edward G. Fournier, Ernie E. Fouts, Gordon Gaver, Jim Grady, Michael C. Graham, G. Richard Greene, Kenneth A. Grimes, Robert Grosvenor, Forrest Haberkorn, Ronald Harrigan, John P. Hirschfeld, David Huber, John "Jack" Hughes, Therlon Indig, Jack Jaskowick, Dick Jessen, Mark H. Johnson, Art Julianelle, Ralph Kellerman, Dale Kirk, Leo Koenig, Roger Kreis, Clair (Rocky) Kreis, Virginia (Ginger) Kubiszyn, Jerry Kurtz, Emmet Lambert, Richard L.

Langhals, Tom Lockwood, Robert R. Love, Don McGeever, John E. McInerney, Ken McLaughlin, Ronald P. McPherson, Harry J. Mead, Arlin Melchionda, Ron Meng, John A. Merring, Richard Miglino, Michael J. Monge, Henry (Skip) Nakagawa, Morio W. Nancarrow, John R. Negron, Bill P. Nemetz, Mike Neuber, Rick Overmire, Milton C. Patterson, Greg Perry, Herb Petras, John (Ed) Politi, Salvatore F. Porter, Donald Pricer, Keith M. Pruisner, Sonja D. Purtee, Bob Radkiewicz, Ted Ratajczak. Arlin Reber, Joseph M. Reph, Kenneth L Richter, John Roccanova, Rocky Rodosta, Anthony J. Sather, Jerry Schatz, Ken Schwab, Jack Sciabica, Sib Sefic, Ed Sicilia, Terry J. Smith, Don Smith, James T. Smith, Larry Smith, Richard Stanley, Allan F. Steele, John R. Stillwell, Dick Stoffel, Gary Strop, Jack B. Struck, Steven G. Swafford, Dan Thompson, Rod

Trovato, Thomas N. Urbahns, Franklin A. Velasquez, Dan G. Weidner, Dick J. Werner, Claude B. Whipple, William Williams, George E. Yokubison, Michael Yuma, Margaret

CANADIAN NAVY Berge, John

NATIONAL GUARD Bona, Adam Fischer, Raymond P Glanzer, Roger Lyes, William G. Melone, Tony Mercil, Wayne D. Olson, Dwight R. Plate, Larry Raymond, LeRoy A. Schaeffer, Tom Spranger, William E.

ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE Aronovitch, Avery A. Blainey, Robert

DANISH AIR FORCE Jakobsen, Ove K.

NAVAL AIR Corns, Kenneth Hilscher, Gary Jochmans, Steve W. Lundin, Norman Wilcox, Larry Wilcox, Sara

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Renting Out Your Sun City Grand Home

day minimum. If you have such an ad, please revise your ad to include a “30-day minimum” clause.

Debbie Goodman Mebership Manager

Just some reminders…The Sun City Grand Governing Documents require that a rental lease be for no less than 30 days. Some Airbnb and VRBO ads list daily and/or weekly rates, indicating the owner is willing to rent for days or weeks, rather than the 30-

Sun City Grand homes may be leased only in their entirety.

No fraction or portion may be leased. A renter is not a “guest” of the home owner, and cannot be signed up as a guest at the Fitness Centers. Per the Rules & Regulations, renters have no privileges to use SCG amenities unless they purchase the renter activity card at the Membership Office. Purchase of the card is not required; however, if renters do not obtain a renter card, they do not have privileges to use our amenities other than playing golf at the public rate.

Renters have a positive revenue impact on our community, and we want them to feel welcome and appreciated. With our rental season about to begin, if you currently own a rental home, or are contemplating doing so in the future, please review the rental rules for Sun City Grand, particularly the 30day minimum requirement, as well as the minimum age of 45.

For all renting requirements and card fees—Please visit suncitygrand. com/grand-homes/ homeowners-resources/ renting-a-home

Educating yourself and your renters will make their stay in Sun City Grand a much more pleasurable experience.

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HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO BE IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA

You know you’ve always wanted to be in pictures.

STEP UP as a candidate for the SCG Board of Directors You’ll be featured in videos, on our website, and in Zoom meetings. Your face, and your message, will be known by millions of people (okay, thousands). You’ll be a star in your own community – where it counts! By becoming a Board member, you can make a difference and use your skills and experience to have a positive impact on the future of Grand.

We’re seeking candidates for three open Board positions for the 2021 – 2023 term. One of those positions may just have your name on it.

Candidate application packets are available beginning January 15, 2021, but you don’t have to wait. Get all of the information you want, any time you want, by visiting the Grand Election Team website at www.suncitygrand. com/get. There you can find a Board position description, Q & As, the Election Calendar and more.

Get more information

For Board position information and the preliminary Election calendar, check out our website at suncitygrand.com/get.

If you have questions, email us at scgelections@ gmail.com.

So . . . . take the initiative and STEP OUT!!

This may be the break you’ve been waiting for.

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Gail

Spirit of Grace Lutheran Church

Burgoni

Pastor Scott Hackler and Pastor Gary Benson

Realtor®, RSPS, GRI, SRES

15820 W Clearview Blvd In the

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On-site Worship Services have resumed!

Please contact the church for additional information.

Registration is Required Our on-line Worship Service continues each week and is available on Saturday by 5:00 pm.

Go to spiritofgrace.com and click on the YouTube button in the upper right-hand side of the webpage.

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CONNECT WITH THE COLONNADE

Gratitude Flows at The Colonnade

RESIDENTS SPEAK OUT ABOUT WHAT THEY ARE GRATEFUL FOR IN 2020 The year 2020 has been unlike anything that most of us have lived through. With the pandemic and the many issues that have dominated the news and our social media newsfeeds, it might be easy to be focus on the negative. Yet, there are also many things to be grateful for.

We’ve asked some residents what they are grateful for.

JIM GREENWALD, RESIDENT SINCE JANUARY 2017, FROM SUN CITY GRAND

BOB AND CHERI NELSON, RESIDENTS SINCE MARCH 2016, FROM SUN CITY GRAND

2020 has been a very difficult year. From January through August, my wife and I were sequestered while she was on hospice care. She passed away in August. The thing I am most grateful for is that we were living at The Colonnade.

The support we received, not just from friends and neighbors, but from the employees, was amazing. I had 125 cards from across the campus. Every time I walked down one of the beautiful paths here someone would ask how I was doing and if there was something they could do. It was just a tremendous feeling. The Colonnade is not a community of seniors, it’s a family of seniors. We look after each other.

And, that doesn’t just mean the residents. It’s the same with the employees. We have programs to support them, including the employee appreciation fund, that raises a tremendous amount of money every year from the residents.

According to Cheri, we feel totally protected thanks to the staff.

Bob and I have not been out other than to buy groceries, not even to church other than watching their weekly virtual services. We are being very careful and don’t want that virus. There are so many things to do here. I’m safely exercising every day thanks to the staff and how they have everything set up.

Thank goodness for Jeanice Hamilton, director of Resident Services. She makes sure we are safe distancing and we have our masks on. Bob said, I feel grateful that we live here. There is nothing that we want for. One thing that is really important is the security of knowing that whatever needs we have, are taking care of. Cheri added, you know, we did this as a gift to our children. They do not have to worry about us. And, that is a blessing.

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GRACIE CARTER, RESIDENT AUGUST 2017, FROM SUN CITY GRAND

I am grateful being here and making the decision to come in when I did and being accepted as a resident. I am truly grateful for the security here. The staff protect us and keep us safe. I lost my spouse this year and we didn’t know this area very well.

They were here – literally to walk by our sides throughout a whole year of Paul being sick, going to rehab, then the hospital and dying. Without the staff, I don’t know how I would have managed.

Jeanice was literally by our side the entire time. When Paul died in March, shortly thereafter the pandemic started closing everything down. And, even though I was in isolation I was never alone because I was surrounded by my “forever home” friends and neighbors.

The Colonnade is a nonprofit Sun Health Life Plan community. It’s part of Sun City Grand, and has more than 320 residents in Independent Living.

The campus also offers Assisted Living and Memory Support services open to the public. While life has changed considerably in recent months, our commitment to health and safety hasn’t wavered. We’ve successfully implemented stringent protocols in response to COVID-19 and continue to work with residents and staff to ensure a thriving, healthy lifestyle for all. With your safety in mind, our communities are open and ready to help you start planning for the future. For up-to-date information about the campus, visit SunHealthCommunities.org or call (623) 236-3700.

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Annual

HOLIDAY LIGHTS CONTEST 2020 Start off your season with a little friendly competition.

Gather your lights and décor and spread the holiday cheer!

deck your home

RULES 1. The entry form must be received by Wednesday, December 9, 2020 by 4 p.m. (by mail, email to holidaylights@scgcam.com, or deliver to the Activities office).

2. The association will begin marking yards for judging Thursday, December 10, 2020.

3. This year homes will solely be judged by your fellow residents. Residents are not required to be home; however, we ask that your holiday lighting display be illuminated from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. starting on Friday, December 11, 2020 through Sunday, December 27, 2020.

4. Winners will be notified by the Activities office the week of December 28, 2020.

5. A link to vote for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be sent out via blast on Friday, December 11, 2020.

6. Contestants must be a member in good standing with all assessments current and no existing compliance matters outstanding with the association. Photographs will be taken of winning displays and are property of the Association. Map of general holiday display locations may be provided.

prizes

1ST PLACE Trophy and $100 Visa gift card 2ND PLACE Trophy and $ 75 Visa gift card 3RD PLACE Trophy and $ 50 Visa gift card

TO ENTER, PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM BY WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2020, BY 4 P.M. Name: Address: Neighborhood: City:

State:

Zip Code:

Phone: Email:

questions? please contact us

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RING IN THE HOLIDAYS ON REMINGTON DRIVE!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join us for goodwill and cheer!

This holiday season, buckle up and drive through our beautifully lit Sun City Grand neighborhood and enjoy a festival of lights.

drive through the Fountain court Tuesday, December 15, 2020 – 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Tuesday, December 22, 2020 – 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

pick up your SCG Annual Lighting Contest Map Judging sheet Cocoa and cookies

This year homes will solely be judged by YOU our residents.

Holiday lighting displays must be illuminated from 5:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. starting on Friday, December 11, 2020 through Sunday, December 27, 2020. A link to vote for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be sent out via blast on Friday, December 11, 2020 Dress in your best holiday attire, decorate your golf cart for pictures.

We will feature them in the January Grand Lifestyles Magazine.

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Clay Arts Club Gives “Grateful Hearts” Sun City Grand Clay Arts Club presented local first responders at Banner Del Webb Hospital and Surprise Fire Stations 302 and 306 with their “Grateful Hearts” and

“Thirsty Hearts” Recognition Awards.

The studio shut down at the onset of this pandemic did not deter Clay Arts members from using their creativity, and getting their hands in mud, to acknowledge others during this time. Working from home, members created more than 440 hearts during months of quarantine. Each of the hand-crafted hearts is an original, unique, one of a kind design.

Club member Jan Nolan conceived the idea of making hearts to show appreciation to those working in the hospitals

and on the front lines. Jan and her husband were formerly first responders when they lived in Washington. With the support of fellow club members, and the generous donation of more than 225 pounds of clay, the beat of the hearts was created.

During this most challenging time, Grand Clay Arts Club gives heartfelt thanks for the compassion, dedication and well-being of our community.

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LIFE IS WHAT YOU MAKE OF IT

By Martin Cohen

Several years ago, in the Adobe Workout Room, I saw the hardest working guy on an elliptical bike. His facial expressions displayed his determination. I noticed he was challenged by some muscle disorder which was confirmed when he got off the equipment onto his scooter. Several weeks ago, I ran into John Koslovski at the Adobe Indoor Pool doing water exercises with his Trainer Jan Bailey. I asked Jan why she smiled so much, and she told me she enjoyed helping others like John. John and Jan have infectious smiles. I felt compelled to share their story with you.

John was born with Cerebral Palsy in Southwest Chicago near Midway Airport. He was educated at wonderful Chicago schools that concentrated on children with challenges. John was raised to believe he was not handicapped and could live a fulfilling and happy life.

He not only graduated Spaulding High School but went on the University of Illinois at Champaign. He wound up

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working for International Harvester and took courses in computer programming and worked in computer science. And of course John is a Cubs’ fan with home decorations honoring the 2016 world series win.

John and his wife moved to Sun City Grand 10 years ago after his sister came here. His wife died 5 years ago and he is very independent. He works out 3 days in the Adobe Gym and 2 at the indoor pool. As I see him complete an exercise in the pool, both Jan and he smile and then I smile feeling their accomplishment. But John never asks for a “that-a-boy”. For him, “life is what you make of it” and he has a happy and peaceful life here at the Grand. He feels peace comes from being kind to people so how you relate to others in life is critical to your happiness.

Finally, John reminds all of us that those with physical and mental challenges are people first and should be treated and supported like those without handicaps.

Smile and you’ll see the sun shining through and that’s what John Koslovski and Jan Bailey do.

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THE GR AND L ADIES GOLF AS SOCIATION

Golf Employee Appreciation Lunch!

The Grand Ladies Golf Association is once again organizing an appreciation lunch for all golf employees, thanking them for maintaining our four beautiful golf courses which keep our community thriving. During these trying times, we are giving everyone an opportunity to help continue this tradition.

Taking care of the golf courses requires irrigators, spray technicians, mechanics and many more who do everything from rake bunkers and mow to repair greens and move cups.

Not to mention the starters, rangers and pro shop staff. The elves are gathering monetary contributions to provide over 140 lunches to these wonderful dedicated group of individuals.

As Jeff Hochman says “It’s an awesome way to show gratitude each December. It sends a positive message beyond a paycheck”.

The residents of Sun City Grand and its clubs have all been very generous in the past and we are asking for your generosity once again.

THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE: 1. Drop a check in the GLGA box at Granite Falls Pro Shop, note Golf Employee Lunch.

2. Send your contribution via Zelle to GLGAtreasurer@gmail.com, reference Golf Employee Lunch in the memo section.

3. Elves will also be collecting cash or checks at various golf courses during November.

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

GLGA Event Coordinators, Molly Baker and Liz Dowd

SURPRISE

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CELEBRATING EMPLOYEE MILESTONES

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our SCG community.

November 2020

Lorena Nieto

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Activities

Monica Rodriguez Administration

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Mark Landers

Golf Shop – Granite Falls

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Realtor®

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We wish you all good health during this difficult time and beyond.

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GRAND LEARNING Information and Registration at 623-546-7470 or grandlearning.org REGISTRATION ONLINE ONLY. We are excited to present the following classes on Zoom.

Save these pages...there won’t be any catalogs!

Please see our website (grandlearning. org) for important information about registration and using Zoom. To register for classes, visit the Grand Learning website and click Login/Register to access your account or create an account. If you are a returning customer and forgot your password, call Grand Learning to reset your password. Please do not create another account.

You can visit this website to download Zoom prior to classes: https://zoom.us/ download We will teach you in a room We will teach you using Zoom We will teach you in your house We will teach you with a mouse We will teach you here and there We will teach you because we care!

FALL 2020 COURSES All Classes will be Zoom Classes. For help with Zoom, class details, and to register, see the grandlearning.org website.

OFFICE HOURS: Mon. thru Fri., 8 am - 4 pm REGISTRATION STARTS: October 1, 8:00 am 623-546-7470 ONLINE ONLY Registration for all classes will close at noon two days before the first day of class (Friday for Monday classes)

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CARAVAGGIO ALLEN REAMER

Meets 1 time on Friday, 11/13 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM FEE: $ 10 Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio was a fascinating inventive Italian painter who began the Baroque art style. He burst upon the Rome art scene in 1600 and never lacked for patrons or commissions. Caravaggio became very famous with many followers. His fame as a painter continues today. During his lifetime he was considered fascinating, rebellious and dangerous.

His fighting and arguing lead to an unstable life and indirectly caused his early death. We will discuss Caravaggio's life and discuss and view his art in this class.

CITRUS TREE CARE CAROL KOMASSA

Meets 1 time on Thursday, 12/3 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM FEE: $ 10 Citrus trees usually do well in our low desert in Arizona, but there are several important growing needs for homeowners to know about in order to have good fruit and KEEP the tree healthy. In this class we will learn about Citrus Varieties: Where to plant and the best time to do so. When is the best season to harvest? Citrus bugs/diseases.

Citrus in containers? Pruning, fertilizing and watering: The 3 main keys to success! Learn from Carol Komassa, a Certified Master Gardener, and her mistakes before she learned how to do it right!

CURRENT EVENTS ROUNDTABLE PHIL AXELROD

Meets 10 times on Tuesday, 10/13 to 12/15 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM OR 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM FEE: $ 25 Let's meet weekly to discuss the current events of the day. Be prepared to actively participate as we debate the pros & cons of the topics selected by the group. Each participant is encouraged to bring an item or topic . We are not limited to political items for discussion. At the beginning of each session, I will poll the group for topics. Once we have a complete list we will vote on all topics with the one garnering the most votes the first topic discussed at each meeting. lively discussions will ensue, followed by resolutions. If you enjoy brisk and vigorous debate, this is the group for you.

DIEGO RIVERA: HIS ART AND LIFE W/ FRIDA KAHLO & OTHER WOMEN ALLEN REAMER

Meets 1 time on Friday, 12/4 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM FEE: $ 10 Diego Rivera today is best known as the husband of Frieda Kahlo. During his life he was an international famous artist who was born and raised in Mexico. You will learn that he and friends developed a new art style and you will see examples of this style. He was best known for his murals. You will also learn of the tremulous relationships Rivera had with a number of women.

We will begin with his birth and early art and continue until we run out of time. We will discuss some of his art in great detail.

ELEANOR ROOSEVELT KEN SORENSEN

Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 12/2 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM FEE: $ 10 For someone who was born in what would appear to be the lap of luxury, why did she struggle badly with self-image throughout much of her life? Being orphaned by the age of 10, being rejected by a difficult mother in law, having to redefine herself on many occasions, what drove this woman to become the best example of service to others and making a difference and making the best of difficult situations? Adlai Stevenson said of her: “She would rather light a candle than curse the darkness.” Come and hear her story.

ENTERING THE BIG APPLE IRA SIMMONS

Meets 1 time on Friday, 12/11 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM FEE: $ 5 My annual preview and review of the latest Apple products: iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch, etc., their features, apps and comparison with their rivals.

FAR AWAY PLACES: ICELAND AND GREENLAND TERRI DION

Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 12/9 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM FEE: $ 5 Curious about faraway places? Gain a better understanding of the world we live in by learning about remote and little known countries. We’ll start with a lively discussion of the people, geography, history, government, economy, current events, etc., and end with a 30 minute slide show. Iceland and Greenland lie in the North Atlantic - two countries, close geographically but very different. Iceland sits one-half on the European and one-half on the North American tectonic plates. It is a country of immense scenic beauty and a thriving European culture. Today it seems to be on everyone's "must visit" list. Greenland, its neighbor to the west, is a very different place - larger, colder and populated primarily by Inuit people. While it is currently a “backwater”, Greenland is poised

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GRAND LEARNING for big changes as one of the next great mining frontiers as global warming starts to uncover precious metals from the frozen surroundings.

HEARING LOSS KARON LYNN

Meets 1 time on Friday, 12/4 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM FEE: $ 5 Hearing loss comes to people at all ages. Learn about the types of hearing loss and some of the available treatments. We will have question and answer time at the end to make certain your questions are addressed.

HOME AUTOMATION FOR BEGINNERS TONY SPATA

Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 11/11 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM FEE: $ 5 Who hasn't heard of "Siri" or "Alexa", and used them in some manner? Google Assistant? Nest?

Ring? The list of companies and components to automate your home continues to rapidly expand.

But what does it take to truly integrate these parts-and-pieces into a comprehensive system to control air-conditioning, lighting and more? This presentation will provide a (mostly) non-technical explanation of what is required to literally control everything "from the palm of your hand".

HOW TO NAVIGATE THROUGH MEDICARE BRIAN KEEP

Meets 1 time on Tuesday, 10/20 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM OR Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 11/11 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM FEE: $ 5 The intent of this class is to help people understand how Medicare works. Defining what Part A B cover, how and when to take Part D?, what is the donut hole?, are questions many people have about Medicare. The class will explain what the difference is between a Medigap policy (Supplement) and a Part C (HMO, Medicare Advantage). The class will define what circumstances can help determine why you may pick one type of plan over another as well as one insurance company over another. Everyone's scenario is different.

IS MY ESTATE PLAN IN ORDER? MARY NYKAMP

Meets 3 times on Thursday, 11/5 to 11/19 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM FEE: $ 15 Do you have all of the necessary documents in place to allow someone to have access to necessary information and make medical and financial decisions for you if you become incapacitated?

Will your assets pass at death as you intend? Will probate be required? Do I need a Trust? Mary A. Nykamp, an experienced attorney in the Sun City area, will answer these questions and more. This course will cover Last Wills and Testaments, dying without a Will in Arizona, the importance of asset entitlement, various Powers of Attorney and Trusts.

LED LIGHTING AND ELECTRONIC LIGHTING CONTROLS TONY SPATA

Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 11/18 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM FEE: $ 5 Have you gone to Home Depot or Lowe's lately to buy a "60 Watt light bulb"? How about Best Buy that has multiple shelves devoted to not only lights that can change their color, but also controls for them that are either wireless or voice activated?

Welcome to lighting and their controls in the 21st Century! LED's have rendered incandescent and compact fluorescent lamps obsolete. Electronic lighting controls are now capable of not only Offand-On functions, but are fully automated for either pre-scheduled, voice or wireless operation.

This class will present an in-depth examination of how to select appropriate LED lights, and the controls required to achieve their maximum benefit. It's recommended (but not required) that you know the material in the Home Automation for Beginners Class.

LIFESTYLE MEDICINE FOR REVERSING CHRONIC DISEASES EDELITA JAMIS

Meets 3 times on Monday, 11/30 to 12/14 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM FEE: $ 15 Are you tired of taking multiple medications for conditions that seem to have predetermined your health status and perception in life?

Unfortunately, due to the advent of advancing science and technological breakthroughs, both in medications and costly procedures, we have forgotten to ask ourselves “why am I getting sick” in the first place. A common misconception is that you are genetically prewired to have these medical conditions sometime in your life.

Chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease (to name a few) are lifestyle-related. The goal of this presentation is to show you that freedom from chronic disease is possible and doable. Get to know the people who reclaimed their health back with little to no help from medications through Lifestyle Medicine.

MARY SHELLEY AND FRANKENSTEIN KEN SORENSEN

Meets 1 time on Wednesday, 11/4 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM FEE: $ 10 She was born to literary royalty. Her mother died shortly after her birth. Her father traveled in upper circles and inspired a variety of people. She participated in a bohemian lifestyle that upset her father, and yet he had advocated such a lifestyle.

She married Percy Shelley, the Romantic era poet and rebel. In response to a dare, she wrote Frankenstein, thus creating the genre of science fiction and horror. After the unexpected early death of her husband, she spent much of her lifetime in honoring him, including the unusual statue. Come and hear her story and find out about her inspiration and the impact of that Modern Prometheus.

MEMORY TRAINING CLASS LAURIE FOX

Meets 1 time on Tuesday, 12/8 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM FEE: $ 5 The Memory Training Class is a fun, interactive class for people who want to enhance and keep their memory strong. There will be tips and tricks given for improving memory as well as a handout for notes to take away for continued practice at home. If you want to improve your memory, this is the class for you.

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GRAND LEARNING PRADO MUSEUM ALLEN REAMER

Meets 1 time on Friday, 12/11 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM FEE: $ 10 The Museum del Prado contains more than 2,300 paintings plus a large number of sculptures, prints, drawings, and other works of art. It has the best collection of Spanish art. The museums’ collection concentrates on paintings from the 12th century to the early 20th century. The Prado contains world famous works of art such as Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly Delights, Velazquez’s Las Meninas, Goya's 1881 Black Paintings, Durer’s Self-Portrait, Rubens’ The Three Graces, Raphael’s The Holy Family, plus paintings by El Greco and Tintoretto. In addition, after a short history of the Prado, we will view and discuss some of the Prado’s art work. Some of the paintings will be discussed in detail. We will continue from artist to artist, art work to art work until we run out of time.

SANDRA DAY O'CONNOR CHRIS TAYLOR

Meets 3 times on Tuesday, 10/27 to 11/10 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM FEE: $ 20 Sandra Day O’Connor began life as an Arizona ranch girl and ultimately became one of the most influential women in American history. The class will discuss her early years in Arizona, as well as her life as an Arizona attorney, state senator, and judge.

The focus of the course will then go to O'Connor's appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court as its first female justice and her almost quarter century of work on the bench. Her service and accomplishments on the Court and her continuing legacy off the Court will conclude the class.

SEEDS OF CRISIS: WHY ARE THERE SO MANY REFUGEES? BONNIE SAUNDERS

Meets 3 times on Monday, 11/30 to 12/14 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM FEE: $ 20 There are many reasons for the large number (70.8 million) of displaced persons around the world -- war, gang violence, poverty, domestic violence, corrupt and despotic governments, religious or political persecution, ethnic cleansing. Where do they come from and why are their countries of origin in such terrible shape that so many must leave their homes and everything they know for their own safety?

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION ART MUSEUMS ALLEN REAMER

Meets 4 times on Friday, 10/16 to 11/6 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM FEE: $ 25 The Smithsonian Institution, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, is the world’s largest museum and research complex. In this course, we will focus on the art museums: African Art Museum, American Art Museum, American Indian Museum, American Indian Museum Heye Center, Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Cooper Hewitt, Freer Gallery of Art, Hirshhorn Gallery and Sculpture

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Garden, Portrait Gallery, and the Renwick Gallery.

After covering a brief history of Smithson and the Smithsonian Institute, we will cover a brief history of these Smithsonian art museums, the architecture of these buildings and some of the collection of these museums. Each museum has its unique history and an extensive collection. For example, the Freer Gallery of Art, which is a small museum, has a collection of over 26,000 objects. Therefore, this course will only be an overview of the collections with some in depth talk of a few of the objects. We will continue from museum to museum, collection to collection, until we run out of time.

VICARIOUS TRAVELS: COME ALONG FOR THE RIDE!

STAYING HEALTHY IN AN OFTEN UNHEALTHY WORLD WINNIE FRITZ

Meets 1 time on Thursday, 11/19 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM FEE: $ 5 You’ll be amazed by the contrasts between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and India. From Dubai’s Burj Khalifa (the tallest building in the world) to the sublime beauty of the Taj Mahal, you’ll experience a plethora of architectural beauty.

Then, you will behold the colors of India - saris, temples, traffic, and cows roaming the streets. Take a rickshaw ride through the streets in Old Delhi and experience a community kitchen at a Sikh temple that feeds 15,000 daily meals. All this and much more through the eyes of award-winning photographers Stan and Shirley Bormann who will be presenting their travels to India with a stop in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Join them vicariously.

Meets 1 time on Thursday, 11/12 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM FEE: $ 10 Well! The pandemic has certainly challenged our nation’s healthcare system, our communities, and each of us. We will spend our time together examining what we have learned and the changes being proposed & made. We will also discuss what we each can do personally to enhance our health and reduce our risks. Specifically, we will discuss the following questions: 1) How has the pandemic impacted our healthcare system? And our healthcare professionals? Lessons learned?

2) How is our healthcare system changing in response to the pandemic? How will things be different?

3) What can we - in our communities and as individuals - routinely do to positively impact the Social Determinants of Health? Improve our own health? And reduce our risks for illness and death?

TELLING MY STORY HELEN SWAN

Meets 5 times on Thursday, 10/15 to 11/12 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM FEE: $ 30 Have you ever wanted to write your life story? In this course, students will not only begin their life stories, but will practice refining their writings.

Autobiography, Memoirs, and Family Histories models will be offered. The instructor will teach several writing tips, including story structures, flashbacks, and figurative writings tools, There is no prerequisite for this class.

THE DUTCH MASTERS ALLEN REAMER

We love to travel and we love to take pictures!

Terri Dion (Travelinterri) and Grand Photos are collaborating to bring you “Vicarious Travels” : photographic adventures from around the world.

Member/travelers from Grand Photos will share their photos and fun so we can vicariously enjoy their expensive exotic trips!

THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES AND INDIA TERRI DION

WOMEN'S RIGHTS: FROM RIGHT TO VOTE, TO FEMINISM TO #METOO BONNIE SAUNDERS

Meets 4 times on Monday, 11/2 to 11/23 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM FEE: $ 25 We know that women have come a long way from having few rights before they could vote. But what changes did merely having the right to vote really make? And how much change came from second wave feminism of the 1960s? Why is the #MeToo movement necessary? Why are women paid less than men? How far have women really come since 1920?

ALL CLASSES WILL BE ZOOM CLASSES. For help with Zoom, class details, and to register, go to grandlearning.org

OFFICE HOURS:

Meets 3 times on Friday, 11/6 to 11/20 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM FEE: $ 20 In this course we will look at the Dutch ‘Golden Age’ of painting, that time from 1585 to 1717. We will look at how Rembrandt, Vermeer, Hals, Steen and other Dutch painters portrayed their land and society with concern for realism. We will see that artists and buyers preferred certain themes and these choices tell stories about the Dutch Republic and the people who lived in it.

Monday thru Friday | 8 am to 4 pm

623-546-7470 Registration for a class will close at noon two days before the first day of class (Friday for Monday classes) REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY NOTE: Classes subject to change/cancellation based on instructor availability and student/registration participation.

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Ads received by the end of business day on Wednesday’s will appear online that Friday.

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GRANDTV INFORMATION

GrandTV brings you the entertainment that you cannot find anywhere else!

We have a variety of content suited for what you are looking for. All of our programs are produced by Sun City Grand residents and the Communications Department. Enjoy content from Grand Cooking Shows and Grand Classic Cars, to Board Workshops and Golf Chats, and even Fitness Workout videos, and so much more! Check below to view 3 different ways to access GrandTV: 1. Visit Vimeo.com/grandtv 2. Visit www.suncitygrand.com: n Click Grand Lifestyles n Click Communications n Click GrandTV n Click GrandTV Videos 3. Visit Cox Cable 1960 (programming Guide found by visiting www.suncitygrand.com and following the steps to access GrandTV)

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR GUESTS

We are currently seeking guests for our Classic Car Show & Grand Cooking Show. If you have a classic car or would like to cook on one of our shows contact Adam Nunez at adam.nunez@scgcam.com.

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Under CDC & AZ Guidelines, we have continued to meet with SCG residents by phone or Zoom or safely in your homes. We’ve helped thousands of Arizonans, from all income levels and circumstances, to get an easy-to-understand comparison of Wills vs Living Trusts, obtain your own documents, and save money. Have peace of mind knowing how to avoid the perils of probate.

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MEN’S NINE HOLE GOLF CLUB The Men’s Nine Hole Golf Club is comprised of fun loving, supportive golfers of all skill levels who enjoy the game of golf. If you love the game, but 18 holes is too much, this club is for you.

We offer you a guaranteed tee time on Mondays at 12:30 or 3:00 (your choice), free range balls, once-a-month team games e.g. Scramble, etc.

Also, periodic free golfing clinics with our resident golf pro, prize tournaments, and annual free hot dog/chili fests.

Come enjoy the camaraderie and friendships, that are an important part of our game playing experience.

Please visit our website at: mens9hole.homestead.com Call Wayne Mercil, Membership Director at 701-361-6623 or email: merk5151@msn.com

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We are looking for SCG men and women volunteers to help with Vacation Watch and Evening Patrol. We will supply vehicles and training. Call Julie Madden (CAM) 623-546-7473 or the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us!

CARS, BIKES, AND PEDESTRIANS Article submitted

by Dennis Hanscom

and develop friendships along the way. Call Julie Madden (CAM) 623-546-7473 or the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us! We will put you on our list and someone will contact you to provide info as to when we will be safely returning to our training segment of CHAPS.

C.H.A.P.S. member

It’s that time of year again when we see more cars on the streets here in Grand.

The posted speeds are 35 mph on Sunrise, Goldwater, Mountain View, Clearview, and Palm View, 25 mph on all other streets. The 4-way stop signs mean just that…come to a complete S-T-O-P. One homeowner shared with me they were cited by the Surprise police for failing to come to a complete S-T-O-P so beware.

The Surprise police do patrol in Grand.

With the added pedestrian traffic crossing between the Palm Center and the Sonoran Plaza on Remington please hold down your speed. It is not uncommon to witness cars traveling between 30 and 40 mph in that area.

Sun City Grand offers great walking/bike riding trails.

Suggestion from this regular bike rider: riders call out “bike passing” when approaching walkers. Walkers: please raise an arm when a rider calls out “bike passing” to acknowledge the passing riders. Courtesy to each other goes a long way when sharing these great trails.

I didn’t mean to get sidetracked, but cars, bikes and walkers cannot be overemphasized.

VOLUNTEER

And now a word or two about out C.H.A.P.S.* volunteer group.

We serve two main functions.

We patrol in the evening checking for open garage doors, malfunctioning street lights, and any suspicious activity.

This is known as Evening Patrol.

In the early morning hours we provide a service known as Vacation Watch. Through Vacation Watch we check on homes that have been vacated in the summer or any other vacation period lasting at least two weeks.

Forms to have your home “watched” can be picked up at the Palm Center or online.

We perform a visual check for unlocked windows, and doors.

This service is provided free of charge, but we do welcome donations.

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WE NEED YOU!

Like any volunteer organization we are always looking for new people to step in and help us keep this much needed service running smoothly. Being a member is an excellent way to learn this community. And, a great way to meet new people

Due to covid-19 we are unable to conduct our regular monthly meetings as a group. Therefore, watch for future updates as to when we have been given the go ahead to resume our meetings. They are usually held the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:30 at the Sonoran Plaza. *C.H.A.P.S.: Community Homeowner Association Patrol Service YOU’LL ALWAYS BE TREATED LIKE FAMILY...

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2021

BOARD ELECTION CALENDAR DATE DAY FUNCTION

Dec 31

Thurs

TIME

Record date of voter eligibility

Jan 15 Fri

Candidate packets available at the Membership Desk (daily Monday-Friday) or on www.suncitygrand.com web site

8:00 am–4:00 pm

Jan 22 Fri

Application deadline – return to Membership desk or debra.goodman@scgcam.com

4:00 pm

Jan 25 Mon

Withdrawal Deadline – Notify in writing to Membership Manager at debra.goodman@scgcam.com

11:00 am

Feb 2

Tues

Required Candidate Briefing – (via zoom)

10:00 am

Feb 2 Tues

Candidate Photo Session - Photo Studio – (Village Center, Saguaro Bldg)

TBA

Feb 2

General Manager completes Certification of Candidates

Tues

Feb 4 Thurs

Candidates first Q & A (via zoom) video will also be available via Vimeo for viewing 24/7

7:00 pm

Feb 5 Fri

Candidate flyers due for approval to Membership Manager or debra.goodman@scgcam.com

4:00 pm

Feb 8-11

Mon - Thurs

Members may submit questions for Candidates second Q & A via email at scgelections@gmail.com

Feb 11

Thurs

Campaign begins. All Candidate information up on website.

9:00 am

Feb 11

Wed

All resident questions submitted

4:00 pm

Feb 17 Wed

"Meet the Candidates" – second Q & A to answer members questions (via zoom) – The Moderator will be asking questions.

Video will be available for Vimeo viewing 24/7

1:00 pm

Feb 18

Voting Begins Electronically

12:01 am

Thurs

Feb 18-26 Thurs - Fri Paper ballots available at the Membership desk in the Palm Center

1:30 – 3:30

Feb 26 Fri

All Electronic Voting Ends and Mail-in Paper Ballots Must be received by Vote-Now

Feb 26

Fri

All drop off paper ballots to Membership desk 12:00 noon Arizona time 12 Noon

Mar 2

Tues

Announcement of winners via News of the Day

Mar 4

Thurs

Candidate Debriefing – via zoom

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION ARMED FORCES SUPPORT GROUP

Do to the Covid situation and limits (CDC guidelines and State of Arizona Regulations prohibit gatherings of more than 50 people) on CAMs policy on participant numbers, the AFSG’s Membership meeting on November 10, 2020 has been cancelled.

You do “not” have to be a Veteran to belong to the AFSG, although many of our members are Veterans. You only need to have a desire to say “Thank You” to our active and Veteran military families and wish to continue to help many of them on their journey of healing. The AFSG has been very successful raising and donating money to vetted 501c 3 Veteran support foundations. Three of these foundations are within the state of AZ – Honor Flight AZ, Soldiers Best Friend, Foundation for Service Dog Support, and one national organization, Feherty’s Troop First Foundation. We would like you to join us in our mission of supporting those who have served, do serve and continue to serve and sacrifice so much to give us our freedom. For more information check out our website – scgarmedforcessupportgroup. “We shall never forget”

ART CLUB

Come lose yourself in art! Fine art is a visual art that is primarily for aesthetic and imaginative purposes. At the Art Club you will find artists that are beginners to those who have been doing art most of their lives. It is a wonderful mix of artists and mediums with members that help and encourage each other.

The club offers Try Me classes where supplies are provided and you can try a new medium. Throw in educational classes, socials and special events and this is a great place to be creative. Annual membership is $20 – sign up online at scgartclub.org. For info email: president@scgartclub.org At this time due to COVID all Fall semester classes are ONLY open to ART Club Members. Annual Art Club Membership is only $20 which is payable at the Art Club Studio before class sign-up. Please be aware that the Non-member enrollment restrictions could be lifted at any time. This schedule could change at any time. MASKS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES. NOVEMBER 2, 9:00-4:00 PM ART CLUB

Movement on Texture Mixed Media with Mickie Rynn and Debi Williams Course Fee: 7 hr. session on Monday for $75 Mickie Rynn and Debi Williams will instruct you to bring out the unique artist in you. Check the website for more information, class description and for the list of materials you need to bring to class.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org NOVEMBER 5, 9:00-12:00 PM ART CLUB

Beginners Only with Alcohol Ink with Leslie Cowles Course Fee: 3 hr. session on Thursday for $40 Come out for a half day of pure relaxation and fun as you learn about the inks and their colorful designs and surprises.

Check website for more information and class description.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org NOVEMBER 16 AND 17 9:00 AM-4:00 PM ART CLUB

Oils: Composition and Properties of Color with Renee Palmer Stevens Course Fee: Monday and Tuesday, Two 6 hour sessions for $150 This two-day workshop will focus upon building our skills as oil painters.

Check the website for more information, class description and for the list of materials you need to bring to class.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org NOVEMBER 18, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM ART CLUB

Try Me Watercolor with Mary Wolke Course Fee: 3 hr. session on Wednesday for $25 Have you wanted to try watercolor painting but were either too afraid or didn't want to invest the money in materials for something you didn't know you would ever try again? Well here's the solution as all materials are included in the cost of the class, Check website for more information.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org NOVEMBER 19, 1:00 PM-4PM ART CLUB

Draw Vegetables in Charcoal with Allen Reamer Course Fee: 3 hr. session on Thursday for $35 You can produce beautiful shaded charcoal drawings of vegetables. You will learn or review charcoal terms, tools, and techniques.

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Check the website for additional class description and the list of materials you need to bring to class.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org NOVEMBER 25, 9:00 PM-4PM ART CLUB

Beginning Acrylic Painting with Allen Reamer Course Fee: 6 hr. session on Wednesday for $45 In this workshop you will learn everything you need to produce an acrylic painting. You will also have an opportunity to produce one or more acrylic paintings of your choice.

Check the website for additional class description and for the list of materials you need to bring to class.

Syllabus and signup: http://www.scgartclub.org

BOCCE UPDATE ON THE BOCCE COURTS

4 of the 8 courts are now open. Special rules are in effect for the safety of all players and spectators relative to COVID-19. these rules are posted around the courts and can also be found on the Sun City Grand website (www. suncitygrand.com).

Bring your own hand sanitizer and use our sprayers to sanitize the balls prior to play. Masks must be worn and maintain 6' of social distancing.

All league play has been cancelled for this season based on a survey of the members. We will be having some organized events and ask that you periodically check our website calendar of events, www.scgbocce.com.

Our “drop-in events” are designed for new as well as experienced players where we’ll organize games just for fun. Our club rules of play will be followed so new players can learn the game our way. Bocce is fun !

BON APPETIT DINNER CIRCLE

Meeting Information: The 3rd Saturday of the month groups of 6 or 8 or 10 meet in members’ homes for dinner, November thru June. Host duties and guests alternate each month. Interest Group Description: We provide opportunities for making new friends and enjoying a meal together. The host furnishes the entrée and beverages…the guests contribute the appetizer, salad, and dessert.

We have two meeting per season where everyone is invited to a potluck so we can all meet each other and visit. Many lasting friendships have been created.

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Kathy, 623-266-0310.

BOOMERS

Boomers Club is a 400+ member social club open to all Sun City Grand residents. Our goal is to have fun with new and newer friends! In normal times, we offer monthly happy hours and a variety of special events. Prior to the Covid quarantine, we visited Amazon's local distribution facility, had a day at the races at Paradise Downs and most recently had a social event at TopGolf.

Our club is the antitheses of social distancing so all of our events are on hiatus at the moment. Please check us out at www.scgboomers.com We look forward to meeting you!

BRIDGE CLUB

There is always an eventual winner in bridge but for most players it is the social aspect of the game and particularly the partnership dynamic that a gives bridge it’s main appeal. The Sun City Grand Bridge Club is unique as we have 6 days a week of bridge, they include 3 sanctioned ACBL Duplicate games and 5 social games. All skill levels are welcome.

Due to the Pandemic resumptions of our game will be announced at a later date. Be safe and careful. For any up-to-date information please check out our website www.scgbridgeclub.com.

CLAY ARTS

Grand Clay Arts welcomes you back! Members are returning and again creating unique new works each day. Stimulate your creativity after this unforeseen time of being shut out of daily routines and join us. The studio is open for members to work in a comfortable and secure environment. Our CDC CAM approved protocols are posted on grandclayarts.com for review before coming into the club.

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION With cooler Fall temperatures, Sunday mornings on the plaza outside the club will once again heat up with Raku and Saga firings. It’s a great time to get out and see how those magnificent colors are achieved. Non-members are invited to witness the process. Be sure to check out dates and times posted on line.

Masks and social distance protocols will be in place at our outdoor firings.

Reserve your time at the studio, or register for a class, by visiting our website.

New members are always welcome and additional classes have been added. It’s time to put your hands in clay! Join Us! Visit us on line at grandclayarts.com

GRAND COMPUTERS

The Grand Computers Club is welcoming new members and we invite all Sun City Grand Residents to join us. We began resuming most major activities using Virtual video conferencing (www.Zoom.us) . You can join these activities while at home using your PC, your Mac, or a Tablet -and you can be in ANY location to participate!

NOVEMBER PRESENTATIONS Topics are subject to change. Please check www.grandcomputers.org to confirm. The meetings below are FREE and open to all Sun City Grand residents.

General Meeting – 1st Wednesday via Zoom Video Conferencing November 4 | 2–3:30 PM | “Safe & Secure Online” presented by Bob Gostischa via Zoom Video Conferencing. See grandcomputers.org for sign in info. Members will find the link in Little Bytes E-Blast. Contact Rich Gorczyca for additional information at president@grandcomputers.org.

Coffee Chat – 2nd Thursday via Zoom Video Conferencing November 12 | 8:30–10 AM | “Tech Purchasing Guide for Holiday Shopping

by Joe Parla” via Zoom Video Conferencing.See grandcomputers.org for sign in info. Members will find the link in Little Bytes E-Blast. Contact Bob Babicke for additional information at vicepresident@grandcomputers.org.

The meetings below are FREE and open to All SCG residents. Non-members of the club may attend any three SIG meetings below, per year, without a club membership. Get Zoom links from grandcomputers.org. Members will find the link in Little Bytes E-Blast.

Apple SIG—3rd Monday via Zoom Video November 16 | 3:30–5 PM | “Are You Listening? Apple Music & Podcasts” via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Ira Simmons for additional information at Apple@grandcomputers.org.

Compose Yourself Writing SIG—1st Tuesday and 3rd Monday via Zoom Video November 3 & 16 | 1–3 PM | Read and Discuss Your Written Stories via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Gloria Young for additional information at CY@grandcomputers.org.

Devices SIG—4th Thursday via Zoom Video Conferencing November 26 | NO MEETING due to Thanksgiving Holiday.

Contact Ira Simmons for additional information at Devices@grandcomputers. org.

Digital Scrapbooking SIG—Second and Fourth Monday via Zoom Video November 9 & 23 | 6–8 PM | via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Jane Connors at jane@pnaau.org to get link. Contact Jane Connors for additional information at scrapbook@grandcomputers.org.

Financial Ed SIG—via Zoom Video Conferencing­—Meetings TBA Contact Richard Gabel for additional information at Financial@ grandcomputers.org.

Flight Simulator SIG—Meetings Suspended until Club Re-opening.

Genealogy SIG—1st Thursday via Zoom Video Conferencing November 5 | 3:30–5 PM | “Researching Your Family” via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Leon Chapman for additional information at Genealogy@grandcomputers.org.

Graphics SIG—2nd Thursday–via Zoom Video Conferencing November 12 | 4–5:30 PM | “Best smartphone/tablet/iPad apps for Photo Editing” via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Rita Skarbek for additional information at graphics@grandcomputers.org.

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Ham Radio SIG—Meetings TBA Contact hamsig@grandcomputers.org New Technologies SIG—3rd Thursday via Zoom Video Conferencing November 19 | 3:30–5:00 PM | “Talk to Your Devices” via Zoom Video Conferencing. Contact Joe Parla for additional information at NewTech@ grandcomputers.org.

DANCE CLUB

The SCG Dance Club is eager to get back to hosting our dances and dance lessons. To that end, we are closely monitoring data from the SCG Board of Directors, the pertinent advisory committees, and the CDC. At the moment, we do not see a path forward for the next several months. So, we have cancelled the August ballroom dance and all line dance lessons for the summer. We have learned that it is not safe for our dancers to dance indoors, without masks and to maintain physical distancing. We will post the latest information we have on the dance club website: scgdanceclub.org.

GRAND DEMOCRATS

Due to the COVID-19 virus, the Grand Democrats in-person gatherings through November have been cancelled. The Grand Dems will be holding virtual meetings instead. Election of officers for 2021 is on the agenda for the November 18, 2020 meeting. In addition, we have invited a speaker to discuss the general election. Check out the Grand Democrats Interest Group’s website at www.granddems.org to learn more about this and other upcoming Zoom presentations. For more information about the Grand Dems, contact Joyce at 623-214-3458. Stay safe and healthy.

DOMINOES CLUB

For more information, call the President, Pat Johnson, 623–203–7713.

DRAMA & COMEDY CLUB The Drama and Comedy Club has been working behind the scenes all summer to develop its plans for the 2020-2021 season. The early Fall play has been moved to the Spring, and of course we’re watching every day to course adjust as necessary.

There’s an old saying that the flip side of crisis is opportunity. The Club has been reviewing options and planning virtual productions for the new season.

Many plays are being written, or re=written for online delivery, in a Zoom like environment. We’ve identified our first virtual production and are in the process of casting and working out technical details. So, stay tuned. When we come back, and we will be back, we’ll see you both live and virtually.

EUCHRE CLUB

Call President (Rich Eggen) 248–310–7561 for additional information.

FISHING CLUB

Club members have fishing experience in all parts of the U.S., Canada and around the world. Check our Club website www.scgfishing.weebly.com for more information. Club goals include sport fishing and enjoying the outdoors with friends. Members enjoy fly fishing and spin fishing and taking an active role in the promotion of fishing and conservation. Fishing trips are organized to areas in Arizona such as day trips to Lake Pleasant and the Salt River and overnight to the White Mountains, Lees Ferry, the San Juan River in New Mexico, Alaska and Canada. The Club assists in stocking fish at Lake Nine and has directions and fishing equipment for kids or grand kids to fish Lake Nine. The Club also supports community efforts including Healing Waters, Adaptive Kids Fishing, and the Veteran’s Home fishing outing. Feel free to contact President John Pierson (623–640–1694) or Vice President Skip Onstad (623–363–1313) with questions or comments. For assistance with Grandkids fishing contact Paul Battiste (623–214–7729) , Mark Hamilton (971–801–5496) or Ron Turner (480–280–7867).

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION GARDEN CLUB

Greetings to Gardeners in Grand! The SCG Garden Club Board is excited to announce the Garden Club November meeting for NONMEMBERS and MEMBERS of the club! The meeting is via Zoom; the Garden Club is one of the "large groups of 50 or more" who cannot yet meet in person, with buildings not yet open to large groups. Calendar the date Thursday, November 19th, from 9-11 am via Zoom. This is the Club's usual third Thursday of the month meeting day for Oct, Nov, Jan-May. No meetings in the summer. Club dues of only $10 (Oct. through May) are payable now by check, email Karen Rowland (below) for her mailing address. Find answers to your garden questions about when, where and how to water your landscape plants! You can finally use the scientifically tested numbers, watering plants enough to be vigorous without overwatering that raises your water bill! This presentation of "Landscape Watering by the Numbers" is a <wateruseitwisely.com> Power Point class.

PLEASE NOTE: Garden Club members will be invited by email to a "How to use Zoom" class (if needed) in a few weeks that will be offered two different times. Garden Club Board members acknowledge "the new normal"; please sign up at scggardenclub@gmail.com for one of these classes when the email notifies you! NONMEMBERS are most welcome to join our presentations one time; please email Club Board member Karen Rowland at <scggardenclub@gmail. com> to include your email on the Zoom class list or Garden Club member list for Zoom notification. NONMEMBERS, consider joining the Garden Club to receive notification for presentations that provide answers to many gardening questions and inspiration to learn how to garden in SCG in the very different Low Sonoran Desert. For further information, contact Club President Cherie Czaplicki at <cczaplicki@cox.net> or 623-975-5397.

GLASS ARTS

The Grand Glass Arts Club is welcoming new members. Whether you aspire to make a beautiful stained-glass window for your home, design a mosaic masterpiece for your patio, or enjoy creating a one-of-a-kind fused glass gift, the Grand Glass Arts Club encourages you to explore the world of glass art. The first step is to join the club by going to the website (www.grandglassarts.com) and ‘clicking on’ the Application tab or you may stop by the glass arts studio for a tour and complete your application then. Next, you will be contacted by the Education Co-chairs to schedule your New Member Class – a two-day orientation to glass arts during which you will complete your first glass art project! Contact Sue Allyn or Connie Tesar at education@grandglassarts.com for additional information.

NOVEMBER 2 & 3 - Saturday and Sunday - Glass Art Club New Member Class DECEMBER 7 & 8 - Saturday and Sunday - Glass Art Club New Member Class

GOLF—150 GOLF CLUB

Par–3 golf at Sun City Grand. The co–ed 150 Golf Club plays nine holes from tees 150 yards or less from the pin Sunday afternoon. If you want to work on your short game, are new to golf or just want enjoy nine holes from a shorter distance, give us a try. We would love to have you as our guest. We are a relaxed, fun–loving group. Info: Denny Spencer 425–210–6973.

GOLF—LADIES GRAND NINERS

Club Website: www.ladiesgrandniners.golfgenius.com Meeting information: The Ladies Grand Niners membership year is October 1- September 30 each year In the summer months, members can choose to play 9-holes of golf between 6–7AM or 18 holes at 7 AM. (Please note that, with restrictions related to COVID-19, we have been playing with tee times instead of shotguns since mid-March 2020).

Members are required to have an active membership in the Arizona Golf Association (AGA) and be a resident of Sun City Grand with a valid Community Association Member (CAM) number. Members are required to have a GHIN handicap index. If you do not have a GHIN handicap index, you must establish one. A 9–hole handicap index is also required to be eligible for prizes in any of our monthly Play of the Day events and for our annual President’s Cup Tournament. An 18-hole World Handicap System (WHS) GHIN Handicap Index is established by playing a six 9-hole rounds or a combination of 9 and 18-hole rounds to equal 54 holes. The 18-hole handicap index is converted to a 9-hole handicap index for our league.

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A member must play with the Ladies Grand Niners a minimum of 5- 9-hole rounds in order to be eligible to play in the annual President’s Cup tournament (held in March each year).

Club Description: Ladies Grand Niners had over 300 members last season. We prefer to play 9-holes of golf instead of the traditional 18-holes of golf. Although Desert Springs is our home course, we also play Cimarron, Granite Falls North and Granite Falls South during our season. We play by USGA Rules and expect our members to have a general knowledge of the Rules of Golf and some golf experience. Our motto is “Fun, Friendship, and Golf”!

For information on how to join our club through Arizona Golf Association go to ladiesgrandniners.golfgenius.com and click on the link for our membership information or contact our membership co-chairs at membership. ladiesgrandniners@gmail.com.

GOLF—LADIES 18 HOLE LEAGUE If you enjoy golfing and socializing with other friendly women, then the Grand Ladies 18-Hole Golf League is a perfect fit for you. GLGA 18-Hole League is affiliated with the Arizona Golf Association (AGA) and members are required to comply with USGA rules of golf. We play every Tuesday, rotating among all four SCG golf courses. GLGA is a year-round league with a morning and afternoon shotgun start time from November thru March and morning only April thru September. You must have a current handicap or, establish a handicap within 30 days of joining the league in order to compete in weekly (Tuesday) play events. The maximum handicap allowed on each golf course is 40. In addition to our weekly play events, several major tournaments are held throughout the year, including a Member-Member, Member-Guest, League Championship. The League also supports a variety of charitable activities.

Our President is Lin Rigutto.

To learn about GLGA, go to our website: www.glga-grandladiesgolfassociation. golfgenius.com Or, feel free to contact our Membership Director, Lisa Sobba at 816-260-3125. Membership applications are also available at Granite Falls Golf Course and Sonoran Plaza just left of the library entrance (when it reopens).

GOLF—LADY PUTTERS

Lady Putters is a way to get outdoors, socialize and enjoy a game. It's a way to practice your putting skills or learn to play a new game. Every week, the putting course is arranged differently so it remains a challenge. You can putt once a week in Sun City Grand from November through May. Join Lady Putters. We would love to see you. For information, go to our website at ladyputters.weebly. com or send an email to pamlang22@gmail.com

GOLF—MEN PUTTERS

HAVE ANY INTEREST IN PUTTING? Want to meet others that share this interest? If so, then plan to come over to the beautiful 18-hole putting green located just west of the Cimarron club house, right off of W. Clearview Blvd.

You are invited to play a “guest” round with one a Men Putters club member.

PUTTING SCHEDULE

The Men Putters do “their thing” weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 PM, on both days, starting in November. (In the summer, we go to an early morning start time in order to beat the heat.) Members feel free to pick whatever day they prefer to participate and some even putt both days.

HERE IS A TYPICAL DAILY EVENT

Register to play, be paired with another person, putt 18 holes, and lastly, participate in a 19th hole challenge (this is a special one-hole challenge).

Other change-of-pace fun putting challenges are offered throughout the year long program.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

There are some occasional social activities when members meet to vote on new officers OR just meet for club sponsored soda and hot dogs.

VOLUNTEERS

Member volunteers run the club’s daily putting activities such as setting up the course, registering members and guests, etc. The Men Putters is a new club, started several years ago, and membership has continued to grow with each new season. Membership, pictures and lots of other information can be found on our website: www.scgmenputters.weebly.com.

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION HIKING

Grand Hikers will be offering 3 or more hikes each week during November.

There will be several changes to our previous hiking practices in order to address pandemic safety concerns, but our focus will continue to be on great hiking while attending to the health and safety of our club members and guests.

The schedule of hikes and membership information for new hikers can be viewed on the club website at www.scghikers.org. The November 2020 general meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 2 at 3 p.m.

This meeting will be held via Zoom and residents of Sun City Grand are welcome to attend the meeting as guests. If you are interested in learning more about desert hiking or the hiking club, please contact the Club President at president@scghikers.org or the Hike Director at hikedirector@ scghikers.org for the Zoom meeting link. Current club members will receive an email from the Club President with the meeting link.

New and future club members are encouraged to participate in an Introductory Hike before signing up for a regular club hike. Introductory Hikes will be scheduled regularly in order to accommodate new members.

Contact hikedirector@scghikers.org in order to schedule an Introductory Hike.

HORSESHOES INTEREST GROUP

IOWA INTEREST GROUP Interest Group Description: The Iowa Interest Groups was established as a social group to allow all people with an Iowa connection to gather. It provides the opportunity for people to meet with current friends, create new friendships and possibly find old friends or acquaintances. The warmth and generosity of Iowa is seen in the people attending.

Meeting Information: The current COVID guidelines or regulations for Interest Groups make it difficult to meet and continue the group activities we currently enjoy. Therefore, the decision has been made to suspend the Iowa Interest Group until at least the first of the year. We have requested dates for events in the spring the hopes that we will be able to resume activities. We will contact you by email if plans change. Contact for Interest Group: Ginger Pollock 623-512-3637, gingerandjohn@hotmail.com

LANGUAGE CLUB The SCG Language Club would like to increase its Foreign language offerings to our residents. We currently offer Spanish, French, Italian, German, and ASL (American Sign Language). We need volunteers in any other languages, to teach our resident students. Email president@grandlanguageclub.com or Joe Ricci, 623–594–2031.

Are you kidding me? We don’t have Horseshoes here? Yup…WE DO! We play at 8 AM every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and we always need more Lady and Men pitchers so come join us by the Baseball Field. Just “show up” at the 5 pits beside the Del Webb Ballpark on W. Mountain View Blvd, just west of N. Goldwater Ridge Dr.

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION LAWN BOWLING We welcome all levels and ages to join us for a relaxed but competitive game.

We have a state–of–the–art bowling green that is arguably the best green in the COUNTRY and it is situated just behind the tennis courts. You absolutely have to check this out and then ask about the free introductory lessons (and use of club bowls) we offer. See more information on Grandinfo.com or go direct to our website at www.grandlawnbowling.org for starting times, contact information, pictures and much, much more or contact David Shaw at 623–584–2743.

MAH JONGG

The Mah Jongg Club plays according to National Mah Jongg League Rules.

We generally play in the Hopi Room at the Chaparral Center. Bring with you your current NMJL card, five dollars in change, and your CAM card. We play a five dollar “pie.” If you lose your five dollars, you may continue to play. Who knows – you may win some or all of your money back! In order to join us, you must already know how to play. We as a club offer lessons usually in April and again in October If you would like additional information please send email to scgmahjonggclub19@cox.net and you will be contacted.

PAPER ARTS & MEMORIES (PAM)

Paper Arts and Memories Club (PAM) is a place to learn, create and share greeting cards, paper crafting, digital crafting, mixed media scrapbooks and more! During this time when most clubs are shut down, you can still learn about PAM by visiting our website www.paperartsandmemories.com While there, you can see what tools we have, get inspiration from examples of cards our members have made, and even download a Membership Form to bring in once our club reopens. In the interim, please check our website for updates on all of our offerings and more information on how we will operate once our club reopens.

PET CLUB

The SCG PET CLUB will hold it's monthly meeting via ZOOM on Friday, November 20th at 10 AM. An invitation with the meeting login information will be emailed to all members the week of the meeting and a link will be on the Pet Club Website. .https://www.suncitygrand.com/Home/Components/ ServiceDirectory/ServiceDirectory/52/158 The Pet Club is open to all SCG residents. Our purpose is to celebrate the love of pets and provide relevant information to help you and your pets live the best lives possible. We meet six times a year, October, November and February through May. Due are $10 per year, per person.

For more information on the PET CLUB or PET PARK, including Membership forms and newsletters, and events, visit our website at: https://www.suncitygrand. com/Home/Components/ServiceDirectory/ServiceDirectory/52/158

PHOTO CLUB

Grand Photos is the envy of all Sun City Grand Organizations for our great classes, fascinating travelogues, gorgeous Showcases and our super PowerPoint & slide presentations - we’re photographers, after all! The Grand Photo Club Studio is now open for Members. The studio amenities include computers, photo processing software, small & large printers, slideshow software and mat cutting table. Our educational classes, Special Interest Groups, meetings and even photo shoots have been happening virtually via ZOOM. • We welcome new members and invite all Sun City Grand Residents to join us. Go to www.grandphoto s .org to become a member and register for all classes and activities • The next Grand Photos Gathering will be held on Monday, November 9th, 2020 from 1 - 2:30 pm on ZOOM. A mini-travelogue “Exploring Arizona” will highlight favorite photo locations that new members will want to discover.

• Our November Virtual Travelogue will be available to all Sun City Grand Residents on Thursday, November 5 at 7pm. Please join Barbara and Larry Lindner on a ZOOM journey through Ireland & Scotland. Go to Zoom.us or open the Zoom app. Meeting ID: 92867760064 to join the webinar.

• We also offer mentoring sessions and classes on getting comfortable with ZOOM and Google Meet and how to share your photos on these virtual platforms. Visit our website www.grand photos.org regularly for news and class offerings

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• Have questions on photography, your camera or ZOOM photo sharing? Our Virtual Open Forum meets at 10 am on Monday, Wednesday & Friday. It’s a fun, safe place to ask questions, exchange ideas and connect with experts on all kinds of photography (including cell phone) subjects and interests.

• Learn, Explore, Have Fun! Visit www.grandphotos.org for all the latest news

GRAND PICKLEBALL CLUB The Grand Pickleball Club is a great place to meet other fun-loving active residents, and get a great workout! There are 22 pickleball courts located at the Cimarron Center. The club offers introductory lessons and has ongoing group lessons, clinics and ball-machine drills all designed to help you learn pickleball skills.

Check out the club website at www.grandpickleball.org. The website is updated regularly and includes information about how to join, daily activites and how to reserve a court. Any Sun City Grand resident can make court reservations at any time that is not set aside for club functions. Court reservations are displayed on the monitors located in the pavilion and in both breezeways. If you are unable to use your reservation, please delete your reservation so that other residents can use that time.

Non-marking, court shoes are recommended. For more information check website www.grandpickleball.org. Hope to see you on the courts soon!

PINOCHLE For information call Ron 708–415–2063 or 623–399–9083 or Stuart 206–245– 5142.

POKER CLUB

For information, visit our website: http://scgpoker.org or contact Paul Livernash, President, at paulscgpoker@gmail.com or text him at 206–790–7655. “

GRAND CENTRAL RAILROAD INTEREST GROUP

If you enjoy large scale (G Scale) outdoor model trains, the Grand Central Railroad Interest Group is the place for you. From operating trains, painting buildings, decorating and landscaping, track maintenance, electrical service and repair, to public relations and more…. there is literally something for everyone.

While most members own and operate their own trains, it is not a requirement to join the group. Our primary function is operating and maintaining the Model Railroad Park for the enjoyment of our members, residents and visitors, young and old alike. The Railroad Park is located near the tennis courts behind the Chaparral Center. Trains run on a regular schedule as posted at the Railroad Park and on our website (GrandCentralRailroad.info). For information please contact chairman@GrandCentralRailroad.info

GRAND REPUBLICANS

Frank Rizzo, President – President@scggop.com. See details on the website https://scggop.weebly.com as location, time and place change with the membership attendance. Special events location, time and place are on the site also. The Republican Interest Group promotes principles, objectives, and ideals of the Republican Party to all interested residents at our monthly meetings. The group’s primary focus is establishing an informed electorate of current events through education and subject matter expert speakers. The Interest Group supports various Veteran and Community organizations through donations and members participation in various events county and state wide.

RV CLUB

Have an RV and want to travel with a fun group of fellow Grand residents or you don't have an RV but want a fun group to socialize with at our meetings with pot lucks, pizza parties and Ice cream socials well come on over to the Grand Rv'ers next meeting, any SC Grand resident is welcome, you don't need to own an RV to become a member. Our meetings are usually the 3ed Tuesday in Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, March and April with our Christmas party in December.

Previous members who sold their RV's are encouraged to rejoin for all of our great comradery!

For more info call club President Mike Dawson @ 925-727-4625 or Membership Chair Sharron Navratil @ 602-430-0820

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CLUB & INTEREST GROUP INFORMATION SHALOM CLUB The Shalom Club is welcoming new members and we invite all Sun City Grand Residents to join us! We’re a fun–loving and energetic social club with over 300 members who enjoy a variety of social, educational and cultural activities related to Judaism, although we are not a religious group. We have an annual calendar of diverse Monthly Program Meetings and our members host many fabulous Socials throughout the year. We also enjoy our partnership and periodic socials with all the West Valley Shalom Clubs. Check out our Club at www.scgshalomclub.com for the latest on events and activities. For more information, or if you would like to join us as a guest to look us over, please contact our Membership Director, Darlyne Posternack, membership@ scgshalomclub.com or 623–243–6900.

SINGLES CLUB

Please refer to our website, www.scgsingles.com, for a current slate of new officers and updated information.

SOCIAL GAMES CLUB For information call Sherry Gelb at 623–975–6899.

SOUND & LIGHTING TRAINING AVAILABLE

The Drama & Music Clubs have an opportunity to learn new skills and participate in the performances at SCG. We are looking for residents who would like to learn how to operate the sound and lighting systems for various shows. Prior experience or knowledge is not required as we will train anyone who is interested in learning the systems. With the many performances we have, there will be opportunities for more trained technical people. This is a way to learn some new skills that will benefit you as well as the clubs. If you have an interest or would like information, please contact Dennis Muehling at dmuehling@cox.net or 623–748–9980.

The club has paddles, wear your tennis shoes. Please contact David Downs at 623-208-0116, or Apollo Chen at 623-215-7011, or visit www.suncitygrand.com/ tabletennis for more information.

TENNIS CLUB The courts are open and we are back at it again! Playing the sport we love with safety measures in place. The Plan For Safe Tennis is posted at each court. Find a foursome or twosome and come out early to play. Check out the Club Website at: suncitygrandtennisclub.wildapricot.org for the latest in Club news. Club membership continues to be only $15 per years. SEE YOU ON THE COURTS!

WISCONSIN INTEREST GROUP Welcome Back. We have developed an ambitious Fall and Winter event schedule. However, the ability to execute our plans will be guided by State and Sun City Grand COVID19 Protocols. Grand has done an excellent job in keeping Clubs and Groups informed. As Conditions warrant and with appropriate processes in place (social distancing, Capacity limitations, and mask wearing), we will be able to adapt and plan. Flexibility will Remain paramount and be prepared to respond to new and innovative events promptly as the number of guests Allowed for each event will be limited. Put on your calendar the following confirmed events: Holiday Dinner, January 19. Game and Appetizer Night, February 10, Tailgate party at The Pavilion, March 20. We look forward to Working with the new Grand Food Service management company, Unidine, to possibly plan exciting culinary events in Grand For WIG members. Visit our web site, www.wigazinfo.weebly.com, often to remain current on all activities. Stay safe and well. We look forward to meeting and socializing again.

STITCHERS

Come On In! Our beautiful, well equipped, comfortably cool Stitchers room has been open since Mid-Sept. Our members are back and we love seeing the faces beyond ZOOM. (At least we think they are our members as all are wearing masks and many have adopted the new hair color, Covid Silver, and look entirely different—and terrific.)Stitchers has adopted many safety features for the comfort and enjoyment of all. We social distance, we wear masks, we sanitize, we limit the number of participants and we are having fun, being creative. Monday: Sewing; Tuesday: Needle work (knitting, crocheting, hand work); Wed: Quilting (Caring Quilts); Thursday: Community Service; Friday: Beading; Saturday: Weaving. While it is advisable to send a note to your SIG director of your intention to attend, you are welcome to drop in as the numbers are still low and there’s room, especially for you. Check out our beautiful display cases in the Visitor’s Center, in the main hall just up from the Grand cafe, and our members’ creative projects featured in the Stitchers’ Room.

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

The TT Club offers a year end membership dues special. For new members joining the club in November & December, the $15.00 dues cover the membership for the rest of the year plus the next whole year. We meet in the Gila Room of the Cimarron Center 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon every Monday, Thursday & Friday.

Please come in to enjoy a great game of table tennis.

Why are Bill Gates & Warren Buffet the world’s wealthiest persons?

Do you think that playing table tennis has something to do with it?

Dr. Amen claimed in his book that table tennis is the world’s best brain sport.

Dr. Oz claimed in his TV show that Ping Pong can keep the brain young.

Join the fun | First 3 times as a guest | $15.00 annual membership dues • Instructions are provided by tournament players.

• The robot is available for novices & advanced players.

• All levels of playing skill are welcome.

• Join men and women who enjoy the game.

• Come check with the monitor and get started.

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ASK CAPPIE THE COMPUTER CAT

HOW TO AVOID HACKING How can I make sure I am not hacked on the internet when I check emails, share photos, shop online, or watch videos? Any suggestions that are not too difficult to put into practice?

Rose (Sun City Grand) Dear Rose, A thief who burglarizes your home probably lives in the vicinity; hackers who steal your information and privacy live all over the world and work individually, in teams, or for information-sharing black markets. They work 24/7, so it behooves you to adopt habits that keep your data safe 24/7. Earlier columns have talked about using firewalls and safeguarding passwords; the following are a few of the daily routines you should follow.

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Turn off your computer when you are not using it rather than use sleep mode.

No virus or malware can turn on a computer that is powered off.

Keep your webcam covered when not using it (even if you do frequent online video conferencing). If someone does gain control of your camera remotely, they would not be able to see anything. You can use something as simple as a yellow Post-it Note to cover the lens, a piece of black tape, or you can buy a sliding webcam cover.

Turn off or unplug any external webcam for your desktop to prevent remote online access by hackers.

Block your microphone to prevent eavesdropping or to muffle your conversation.

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For other internetconnected devices like baby cams or pet monitors or for smart devices video security systems like smart doorbells, make sure you change the default password that initially came with the device, frequently check for updates, and always install the latest updates.

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Empty your junk, and/or spam mail folders at least once a week, and then empty your system's trash to dispose of them permanently.

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View/print the digital version of “Ask Cappie” monthly column by going to www. grandinfo.com. Click on the More News>Grand Lifestyles Magazine> to choose the month you want to view.

Do not allow remote access to your computer if someone calls and claims they are checking your computer security or because there is a virus they have been alerted to fix. Only allow someone to take control of your computer if you initiate it and it is a reputable company/person.

Even if you know the person who supposedly sent an email, do not open email attachments or click on embedded links in emails if you think something is “unusual” about the inquiry, n Avoid surfing to websites that style of writing, or if there do not begin with HTTPS, is a request for personal which are certified as safe. information. Do not click “reply.” Use an address from your own contact list to Malicious attachments call, text, or send a message A malicious image has the to substantiate the email same capacity to damage your was sent by that person. device and steal your data as n If you are texted, called, a malicious attachment. A or emailed, and asked for simple photo may be embedded personal information such with a data file of malicious as your social security software. The hack comes number, banking or when you save that image to credit card numbers, PIN your internal phone’s storage or numbers, passwords, etc. do to your computer hard drive.

NOT supply them. Provide data only if you initiate the n It is a more sophisticated attack in that, the malicious contact (even then, you image may be in one of your are generally asked for just messaging or social media the last four digits of your apps, so viewing it within account). the application is almost n Create different email always ok. addresses for different uses n

Special thanks to MK Kanninen for submitting this image of her and her husband’s pup, Wee Dorie, who was 7 ½ weeks when this photo was taken. Wee Dorie is a mix of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Maltese.

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who sent it really did take the image with their camera or device and sent it to you with their own phone, then it is fine to save the image they sent. n

HOWEVER, if you do not know the sender well, or if the image may have been forwarded from elsewhere or downloaded from the internet or social media, do NOT save it to your device. Take a screen shot or use the snipping tool to capture the image, but do not download the actual image.

Despite all these safeguards, you could be hacked. Back up your devices regularly.

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GRANDKIDS CORNER

NOVEMBER FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Each month grandkids corner features fun ways to spend family time. This is the time of year to venture out and enjoy the beautiful arizona weather. While there are still attractions that are in reopening stages, we are providing a list of varied options. Enjoy!

DOG DAYS AT THE GARDEN

n Desert Botanical Garden

1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix n November 7–21, 2020 n Recurs weekly on Saturday n 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM n Adults, $24.95; ages 3-17, $14.95; children under 3, free n https://dbg.org/events/ dog-days-at-the-garden/2020-08-30/ Early risers are invited to bring their whole pack to stroll the garden's trails on Saturday mornings.

You and your pup will have a tail-wagging good time exploring all the beauty and sniffs of the garden.

Garden shop

n Nov. 7, 14, 21 n 7–10 a.m. n Last Admission: 9:30 a.m.

The Garden Shop welcomes dogs during your visit and the Patio Café will open at 8 a.m. offering a light menu. Face coverings are required.

You will need a digital or printed ticket reservation to enter the garden. Please refer to safety policies before visiting at dbg.org/reopening or call 480.941.1225.

For the health and safety of guests and dogs, please note the following: n Please BYOB (bring your own bowl) to fill at Hydration Stations located at 5 points throughout the Garden. n Please bring waste bags and clean up after your dog. n Dogs must be on leash, licensed, and up-to-date on vaccinations. n Owners must maintain control of their dogs at all times. n Any dogs deemed to be aggressive to humans or

other dogs will be asked to leave the Garden.

n Watch those noses and paws! Be alert to cactus

pieces and other debris on the trails and do not allow dogs to wander off trail. n Be aware of your dogs’ limits and monitor your pet for signs of heat stress. n An indoor “cool-off” space is located in Webster Auditorium. You may also locate cooler areas under the shade of mature trees on several Garden trails.

BUTTERFLY WONDERLAND

n 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

480-800-3000

n https://butterflywonderland.com/welcomeback/. n Sunday through Wednesday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

n Thursday through Saturday

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

America’s largest butterfly pavilion entertains, educates and enchants visitors of all ages on the wonders of one of Mother Nature’s most beloved creatures. This state-of-the-art facility includes the conservatory, where 3,000 butterflies fly freely; Butterfly Emergence Gallery; Tropical Waters of the World exhibit, with a stingray and shark observation pool; Honey Bee Extravaganza; Spineless Giants and Rainforest Reptile exhibit; a 3D theater (reduced showtimes); Butterfly Treasures Gift Shop and a Café (limited offerings). Find out how Butterfly Wonderland is keeping guests safe and what to expect on your visit.

WONDERSPACES

n 7014 E. Camelback Road, #584, Scottsdale

480-718-2156

n https://arizona.wonderspaces.com/coronavirus-note. n Hours: Advance tickets are for entry at a specific

date and time. Visitors are welcome to stay as long as they please during operating hours (the average

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time spent at the show is 90 minutes).

This evolving art show features extraordinary installations from around the world in a casual and safe, 16,000-square foot venue. Wonderspaces partners with artists to deliver experiences to new audiences through touring shows, including the 13 immersive, interactive and conversation-provoking works currently on display in a socially-distanced environment. Guests will want to have their camera/phone ready for the one-of-a-kind photo ops throughout these current exhibits, which include Experiment 2.C, Into The Breath, Rainbow Rooms, Erupture and more. Please note: Individual artwork rotates in every few months, creating an ever-evolving, year-round show.

MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER & TOURNAMENT n 9051 E. Via De Ventura, Scottsdale

480-291-7555

n https://www.medievaltimes.com/plan-your-trip/

pages/covid-19-letter-faq.html.

n Hours: Most shows take place at 4 or 7 p.m.

on selects dates (castle opens 75 mins prior to showtime).

Take a journey back in time, and experience an evening of chivalry, revelry, sport and pageantry inside a magnificent 11th century-style castle. Queen Maria Isabella welcomes you to dine with her and her royal court. Always a generous host, she has commanded her royal chefs to cook her favorite meal just for you. Feast on a sumptuous four-course banquet, while medieval Spain comes to life before your eyes. Cheer on your brave knight in a spectacular tournament performance — including majestic horses, authentic jousting and a live sword fight — and may the best knight win. Limited guest capacity will ensure you're a sword's length away from others at all times, and advance purchase is recommended.

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Nancy Hayden Council Member, District 2

November starts the season of thankfulness and gratefulness, from honoring our Veterans, to gathering as families and friends to count our blessings, this truly is a special season. I know that I am thankful for having the opportunity to serve all of you as your District 2 Councilwoman, and I am grateful that I continue to hear from residents that have persevered and overcome unique challenges during these difficult times.

Regrettably, we have not been able to gather as we normally would, due to the ongoing pandemic; however, I am always available to speak with you about any questions or concerns you may have.

Please email me at Nancy.Hayden@ Surpriseaz.gov, or call me at 623-222-1322.

VETERANS DAY

Veterans Day is a time to honor all those who have served. Ronald Reagan said it well when he said, “We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty, though it never was. Most of all, we remember the devotion and gallantry with which all of them ennobled their nation as they became champions of a noble cause.”

The City of Surprise honors our Veterans this month with video tributes provided by our residents. This compilation of community messages will be featured on Veterans Day on the Surprise TV cable channel, our Parks & Recreation social media pages (Facebook and Instagram), and the City of Surprise website at surpriseaz.gov. Decorated signs, created by residents celebrating and honoring Veterans, will also be on display on Bullard Ave. near Surprise Stadium on November 10-12. Please take the time to drive by and enjoy these heartfelt tributes.

Thank you to everyone that submitted videos and created signs!

VIRTUAL EVENTS

As we continue to find new ways to adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of our Surprise events have switched to a virtual platform. The 7th Annual Fiesta Grande Celebration was hosted virtually in October and included cooking and dance classes, crafts, games, and more! If you didn’t have a chance to participate, the virtual events were recorded and can be accessed on surpriseaz.gov/fiestagrande.

This month, you can participate in virtual landscape workshops that will focus on water conservation best practices. n

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Landscape Workshop—Hydrate your Soils, offered November 12th from 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Landscape Workshop—Hydrate with Greywater, offered on November 19th from 5:30–7:30 p.m.

To register, please go to https://www. surpriseaz.gov/134/Water-Conservation.

Another great event this month, is the Senior Center virtual Friendsgiving at 5 p.m. on November 23rd. Cozy up at home with your dinner plate and join Senior Center staff for a discussion of what you are thankful for. To register, please call 623-222-1500.

SOCIAL SERVICES

In addition to the wonderful things offered by our Senior Center, please remember, there are many resources available to help those with other social service needs. Below, is a list of some of the assistance that is available through Surprise and our non-profit partners.

Please also refer to the City of Surprise COVID-19 Resources and Information webpage, surpriseaz.gov/COVID-19 for additional resources that are available. n Surprise Resource Center—Rent, utility, benefit & employment services.

623–222–1600. 12425 W. Bell Rd. Bldg. A, Ste. #124, Surprise n Mortgage Assistance for Surprise Residents—Surprise CARES Housing Stability Program. n Surprise Senior Center Hot Lunch Program—FREE. Call 623–222–1500 two days in advance to order meal for pickup M-F at noon n Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Food, Rent, Utilities & More—St. Clare of Assisi Conference (Surprise residents) Call Help Line at 623–975–5617. Our Lady of Lourdes Conference (Surprise & El Mirage residents) – Call 623–344– 7267. n Salvation Army—FREE breakfast drive-thru Mondays and Thursdays.

8–9:30 a.m. Seniors or those who are

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food insecure. Food boxes available.

17420 Ave of the Arts, Surprise.

623–977–1084 n Dysart Community Center—FREE Food Drive Through. M-Fri, 3-5pm.

14414 N. El Mirage Rd, El Mirage.

623–249–3812 n Benevilla HOME Services Program —FREE program for seniors.

Groceries, errands, etc. 623–584–4999 n Hope Women’s Center—Support for women & children, bill/utility assistance. 623–875–4549. n Community Fund of Sun City West —Financial assistance for residents of Sun City West. 623–546–1122 n St. Mary’s Food Bank Surprise —13050 W. Elm St. 602–343–5631 n Valley View Food Bank—10771 W. Peoria Ave, Sun City. 623–933–3358 n City of Surprise COVID-19 Resources & Information— surpriseaz.gov/COVID-19

PROPERTY TAX RATE

I have heard from some of my constituents regarding the City of Surprise property tax rate. I wanted

1.1471(0.7591 + 0.3880) = $143.39 The rate stayed the same, but a tax increase was due to the valuation of your home.

to take a brief moment to clarify that the City of Surprise tax rate has not increased. The primary property tax rate in the City of Surprise is $0.7591 per $100 of assessed property value, plus the secondary property tax rate (from the voter-approved 2017 GO Bond) of $0.3880 per $100 of assessed property value. These rates multiplied by the assessed value of your home determine what you pay in property taxes. If the value of your home increases, you will see an increased tax bill; however, that is not due to an increase in the property tax rate, but rather an increase in the assessed value of your home.

For example: $100,000 (assessed value of your home) 1.1471(0.7591 + 0.3880) = $114.71 Next year, your home is assessed at $125,000 $125,000 (assessed value of your home)

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If you would like more information, please visit the City of Surprise website at www.surpriseaz.gov/3639/PropertyTax-Costs. For more information on the GO Bond, please visit surpriseaz.gov/ DecideSurprise.

The next City Council meeting will be November 17th at 6 p.m.

The Council chambers have been opened for limited in-person public participation. In keeping with CDC guidelines, capacity will be limited to 50 people, face coverings will be required when entering and exiting the chamber, and physical distancing measures will be in place.

I wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving and hope that you remain safe and healthy during this holiday season. Please take a moment this month to thank a Veteran, count your blessings, and remember, “You are not stuck at home, you are safe at home.”

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RESOURCE NUMBERS EMERGENCY..................................................................................... 9-1-1 Poison Control Center........................................................ 800.222.1222 Sheriff’s Office (Bell Rd. Substation)................................... 623.933.0153 Area Agency on Aging 24-Hour Helpline........................ 602.264.4357 After Hours and Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Gothic Landscape......................................................... 480.669.0369 ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES

Maricopa County Animal Control.................................... 602.506.7387 4 Paws Animal Rescue........................................................ 623.876.8778 Surprise Animal Care/Control................................. 623.222.4000 opt. 3 CITY OF SURPRISE

Adopt-A-Street.................................................................... 623.222.6150 Building Code Violation Reports.........................................623.222.3013 Citizens Patrol....................................................................... 623.222.4277 City Clerk.............................................................................. 623.222.1200 City Council......................................................................... 623.222.1300 City Hall................................................................................ 623.222.1000 Community & Recreation Services................................... 623.222.2000 Crisis Response.................................................................... 623.222.5040 Dead Animal Pickup (On Public Streets) ..........................623.222.6000 Disability Information........................................................... 623.222.2257 Noise/Nuisance Complaints................................... 623.222.4000 opt. 3 Non-emergency Fire.......................................................... 623.222.5000 Non-emergency Police..................................................... 623.222.4000 Northwest Regional Library................................................ 602.652.3000 Post Office (14955 W. Bell Rd.)............................................ 623.544.4672 Senior Services/Center....................................................... 623.222.1500 Trans Valley Metro................................................................ 602.266.8723 Voter Registration................................................................ 623.506.1511 We Care Program............................................................... 623.222.4277 CONSUMER SERVICES

Birth/Death Certificates......................................................

Hazardous Waste Questions..............................................

Health Department, Maricopa County............................

Motor Vehicle Department (MVD)....................................

Registrar of Contractors.....................................................

Social Security Administration............................................

PORA – SCW Consumer Services......................................

602.506.6800 602.771.4673 602.506.6900 602.255.0072 602.542.1525 800.772.1213 623.214.1646

HOSPITALS

Banner Del E. Webb............................................................ 623.524.4000 14502 W. Meeker Blvd.

Banner Walter O. Boswell.................................................... 623.832.4000 10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd.

NEWSPAPERS

Arizona Republic................................................................. 602.444.8000 Daily News Sun/ Surprise Today......................................... 623.977.8351 Surprise Independent......................................................... 623.972.6101 UTILITIES

City of Surprise Water.......................................................... 623.222.1900 Arizona Public Service (APS).............................................. 602.371.7171 APS Street Light Outage................................................602.371.6140 and/or APS Street Light Outage.com Cox Communications......................................................... 623.594.1000 Century Link......................................................................... 800.244.1111 Epcor Water......................................................................... 623.445.2400 Southwest Gas Co............................................................ 1.877.860.6020 PULTE WARRANTY SERVICE.................................................. 800.664.3094

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COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION NUMBERS BOARD COMMITTEES

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT

ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Architectural Review Committee Earle Greenberg, Chair greenberg4grand@gmail.com Terry Lerner, Vice Chair - none terryl@gmail.com Code of Conduct Committee John Bean, Chair..................................623-215-7037 johnfredbean@gmail.com Ted Grove, Vice Chair..........................623-466-7440 groveaz@cox.net Covenants Committee Gail LaBelle, Chair................................623-214-9839 glabelle@cox.net David Jordan, Vice Chair....................623-363-7618 Jor708@gmail.com Finance Advisory Committee Mitch Bryk, Chair...................................480-772-2778 Brykm0502@hotmail.com Dennis Gebele, Vice Chair..................623-670-0108 dennis@gebele.com Golf Advisory Committee Jane Barry, Chair..................................623-544-7158 janecbarry@gmail.com Dave Dotson, Vice Chair.....................623-512-1445 ddotson@dotson-assoc-ins.com Lifestyles Advisory Committee Steven Berwald, Chair..........................219-741-9977 Sberwald04@gmail.com Terry Lerner............................................623-975-1449 Terryl@cox.net Long Range Advisory Committee Don Love, Chair granddonlove@icloud.com Roger Barry, Vice Chair........................623-544-7158 Rgbarry.65@gmail.com

General Manager David Twiggs......................................... 623.546.7468 david.twiggs@scgcam.com Executive Administrative Assistant Monica Rodriguez................................ 623.546.7468 monica.rodriguez@scgcam.com Administrative Assistant Julie Madden....................................... 623.546.7473 julie.madden@scgcam.com Communications.................................. 623.546.7426 communications@scgcam.com Creative Project Manager Adam Nunez......................................... 623.546.7426 adam.nunez@scgcam.com Custodial Supervisor Ken Crossno.......................................... 623.546.7460 ken.crossno@scgcam.com Director of Golf Operations Jeff Hochman....................................... 623.546.7402 jeff.hochman@scgcam.com Finance Manager David Reber.......................................... 623.546.7453 david.reber@scgcam.com Fitness Manager Allison Adams....................................... 623.546.7463 allison.adams@scgcam.com Information Systems Manager Andi Palisuri........................................... 623.546.7503 andi.palisuri@scgcam.com Lifestyles Manager Lorena Nieto......................................... 623.546.7455 lorena.nieto@scgcam.com Maintenance Operations Manager Scott Phillips scott.phillips@scgcam.com Norma Gaitan...................................... 623.546.7551 Membership Manager Debra Goodman................................. 623.546.7435 debra.goodman@scgcam.com Standards Manager Jody Snider........................................... 623.546.7439 jody.snider@scgcam.com Purchasing Specialist Laurie Segler......................................... 623.546.7561 laurie.segler@scgcam.com

Activities Office.................................... 623.546.7449 Sonoran Plaza, 19753 N. Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

ADDITIONAL CAM INFORMATION

GrandTV............................................... 623.546.7426 Website................................................. 623.546.7454 communications@scgcam.com Membership Office.............................. 623.546.7444 Palm Center, 19726 N. Remington Drive Welcome Center .............................. 623.546.7501 Lost & Found...................................... 623.546.7501 Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Standards Compliance Office........................... 623.546.7450 ARC Applications.............................. 623.546.7474 Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

GOLF

CHAPS Office........................................ 623.546.7553 Grand Election Team Joan Bean, Facilitator scgelections@gmail.com ON-SITE EMERGENCIES

Association Patrol................................. 623.764.0809 Hours: Monday – Friday 5 p.m. – 5 a.m.

Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 a.m.

Maintenance Emergencies................ 623.546.7551 Bus. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Report Landscape/Golf Course Maintenance/Water Leaks/Repairs Website: Homeowner Info>Work Orders Maintenance@scgcam.com After Hours and Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Gothic Landscape............................... 480.669.0369

Cimarron Golf Course.......................... 623.975.5654 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Kirk Hanaway – Golf Pro...................... 623.975.5657 kirk.hanaway@scgcam.com Desert Springs Golf Course................. 623.546.7401 19900 North Remington Drive Cassidy Stevanov – Golf Pro............... 623.546.7403 cassidy.stevanov@scgcam.com Granite Falls N & S................................ 623.546.7580 15949 West Clearview Boulevard Kevin Reagan – Golf Pro...................... 623.546.7582 kevin.reagan@scgcam.com

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Grand Learning.................................... 623.546.7470 Chaparral Center, 19781 N. Remington Dr. Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Grand Lifestyles Magazine.................. 623.546.7449 life.styles@scgcam.com FITNESS CENTERS

Adobe Fitness Center.......................... 623.546.7456 19775 North Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Children’s Hours Leisure Pool 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Children’s Hours Indoor Pool 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Cimarron Fitness Center...................... 623.975.5630 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.

No children under 16 permitted at this pool

Cimarron Day Spa................................ 623.975.5646 RESTAURANTS/CATERING

Angela’s Kitchen................................. 623.399.6514 Coco’s Restaurant............................... 623.214.7776 The Grand Café................................... 623.546.7512 Approved Caterers: Amuse Bouche..................................... 623.680.7280 Atlasta Catering................................... 602.242.8185 Babbo’s Italian Eatery......................... 623.825.1919 Classic Catering................................... 623.933.4903 Dillon’s Catering................................... 623.208.8677 Forum Café........................................... 480.556.0442 NYPD Pizza............................................ 480.922.0545 Sharko’s................................................. 602.242.2662 The Wild Bunch.....................................623-363-4226 CLUB ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS

Art Club................................................. 623.546.7484 19745 North Remington Drive Billiards Club.......................................... 623.546.7482 19781 North Remington Drive Clay Arts Club....................................... 623.214.9067 19751 North Remington Drive Computer Club.................................... 623.546.7508 19781 North Remington Drive Glass Arts Club...................................... 623.214.6723 19751 North Remington Drive Language Club.................................... 623.546.7488 19739 North Remington Drive Poker Club............................................. 623.546.7486 19749 North Remington Drive Photo Club............................................ 623.546.7483 19735 North Remington Drive Softball Club......................................... 623.544.9181 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard Stitchers Club........................................ 623.546.7566 19726 North Remington Drive Woodcrafters........................................ 623.214.3813 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard

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