1989 Bake House: A Delicious New Chapter at Del Sol
For Rose and Randy, opening the 1989 Bake House at GVR’s Del Sol Clubhouse has been a labor of love—one deeply rooted in a passion for food and community. “I’ve been baking since I was a tiny tot,” Rose shared, her excitement unmistakable. “I come from a long line of chefs who have all carved out their own bit of local fame as the ‘best of.’ Food, ingredients, and quality have always been at the core of who I am.” After pursuing culinary school instead of a career in medicine, Rose honed her skills at local resorts before dreaming up a bakehouse that showcased high-quality products. The year 1989, significant as both Rose’s birth year and the construction year of her first home, inspired the name. “When we were approached about Del Sol, we knew it was the perfect fit. Green Valley is such a beautiful place, but it was missing something in the food scene.”
Since its opening, the 1989 Bake House has quickly become a community favorite, and Rose believes its success stems from a combination of location, service, and quality. “We make 90% of our items in-house, and the difference is obvious when you taste them. We’re not perfect, mistakes happen, but we’re committed to consistency and serving good food and drinks. That’s what keeps people coming back.”
On Sunday, January 12, Rose and Randy hosted an exclusive menu tasting for fourteen lucky GVR members who won a lottery contest, eight Board Directors, and CEO Scott
Somers. The event featured a delectable spread of brownies, cinnamon rolls, cookies, avocado toast, croque-monsieur, tuna salad, roast beef sandwiches on focaccia, and refreshing drinks. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees raving about the flavors and quality.
The excitement continued on Monday, January 13, with the official grand opening. The first ten guests received free drinks, and the first 25 were treated to a complimentary cookie. Members and guests alike celebrated the occasion, reinforcing the 1989 Bake House as a must-visit spot for delicious bites and community connection.
So, what menu items have members buzzing? “Our cinnamon rolls, brownies, and blondies have been a big hit,” Rose said with a smile. “Those recipes have been years in the making, and seeing people obsess over them makes us so happy.”
The community’s warm response has been incredibly meaningful to both Rose and Randy. “People have told us we’re exactly what the community needed. It’s so wholesome, and it makes me emotional. Local support can make or break a business, and it’s a blessing to feel so welcomed.”
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RECREATION SERVICES
The following centers are open daily from 5:30am–9pm
MAJOR CENTERS
Canoa Hills
Canoa Ranch
Desert Hills East Center
Las Campanas
Santa Rita Springs West Center
3660 S Camino del Sol
5750 S Turquoise Mtn Dr
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(520) 631-8072
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Center Operations
Assistants (Yellow Shirts) 520-343-2440
SATELLITE CENTERS 520-549-9733
Abrego North Abrego South
Casa Paloma I
Casa Paloma II
Continental Vistas
Madera Vista
Del Sol Clubhouse, 3355 S Camino del Sol, 6am–9pm Pickleball Center, 2612 S Camino de la Canoa, 6am–dusk
FEBRUARY BOARD & COMMITTEE MEETINGS
NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 13, 10–11:30am, West Center Room 2/Zoom
FISCAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Tuesday February 18, 1:30pm, West Center Room 2/Zoom
BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORK SESSION
Wednesday, February 19, 1–4pm, West Center Room 2/Zoom
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, February 26, 2–4pm, West Center Auditorium/Zoom
BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION 2025
VOTING BEGINS
Wednesday, February 19
CANDIDATE FORUMS—WINE AND CHEESE
Thursday, February 20, 4pm, West Center Auditorium
Tuesday, February 25, 5pm, West Center Auditorium
CANDIDATE MEET AND GREET
Wednesday, February 26 after the Board meeting, West Center Lobby
Any change in meeting status will be announced on the GVR website calendar.
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
This month, Board Meeting Highlights are listed in the elections insert.
GVR BOARD
1601 N Abrego Dr
1655 S Abrego Dr
400 W Circulo del Paladin
330 N Calle de las Banderolas
906 W Camino Guarina
440 S Camino del Portillo
GVR BOARD OFFICERS
President: Marge Garneau
Vice President: Bart Hillyer
Secretary: Jim Carden
Treasurer: Nellie Johnson
Assistant Secretary: Candy English
Assistant Treasurer: Kathi Bachelor
DIRECTORS
Nancy Austin
Dave Barker
Barbara Blake
Beth Dingman Bev Lawless
Joe Magliola
GVR BOARD COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Audit Committee: Nancy Austin
Board Affairs Committee: Bart Hillyer
Fiscal Affairs: Nellie Johnson
Investments Committee: Nellie Johnson
Nominations & Elections Committee: Candy English Planning & Evaluation Committee: Jim Carden
Email: board@gvrec.org
Can’t attend a meeting in person?
Scan this QR code for ZOOM meetings.
Did You Know?
The front patio at Del Sol Clubhouse is now dog-friendly. While we’re still adding to the mix of permanent and temporary furniture, you and your furry friends are welcome to enjoy the space any time. Please remember to bring a fixed leash for your pup—flexi or retractable leashes are not allowed. Dogs must also not be left alone on the patio at any time. So, grab your leash, bring your pup, and relax on the new patio with a refreshing drink or snack.
Letter from the President
What an exciting time for GVR. We not only opened our first drop-in center at Del Sol Clubhouse but also welcomed the 1989 Bake House. They have lots of fun ideas and the food they provided us at the open house was great! They have limited hours and serve breakfast and lunch items. Hope you visit them!
The staff is working with subcontractors to figure out what is happening at Desert Hills pool. As of right now, it does not appear there is a leak in the shell but that some of the “ancient” pool pipes have been leaking. Hopefully we will know what has to be done soon. We remind you that all our pools are aging—some not so gracefully. The Board is working on setting aside money to replace/repair these as need arises. They have been maintained but a pool life is 45 years and we have some pushing this number.
We are looking at expansion at West Center. The Artisans’ Shop is getting more space since billiards has moved to their new space at Del Sol. We are looking into what the costs would be to expand the lapidary area and bring the Desert Hills Lapidary group down to West. The staff are working with lapidary for a design and are going to move forward with architectural drawings.
Staff is also working on a redesign of the Desert Hills locker rooms. They have not been updated in a long time, so they will be expanded and have a new look. This should be happening this year.
Thanks to all who attend our meetings and those who send us emails with their questions and concerns.
—Marge Garneau, Board President
Children’s Pool Hours
West Center
Weekdays: Noon–9pm
Weekends & holidays: ALL day
Abrego South Daily: 4–6pm
All other pools Daily: 11am–1pm AND 4–6pm
No guest pass required for kids! Children 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children six and younger must have an adult in the pool with them at all times.
Have you recently returned to Green Valley?
Take advantage of all GVR has to offer! From classes and events to fitness activities, drop-in options, and clubs, there are so many ways to make the most of your membership. The new GVR clubs’ catalog is packed with information about the many clubs you can join and enjoy.
Be sure to visit the new events page on our website—a one-stop shop for events, movies, and activities. It’s now easier than ever to browse options and purchase tickets online.
Pick up catalogs at any GVR center— or find them online at GVRec.org.
Outer Space is Us
Come to the Whipple Observatory monthly lecture series featuring speakers from Southern Arizona’s leading space research facilities. Lectures are held once a month at the West Center Auditorium from 9–10am, with doors opening at 8am.
The next lecture is on Thursday, February 27—stay tuned for eblast details on the fascinating topic and speaker.
Mark your calendars for additional lectures on March 27 and April 24 (topics TBA).
February Happenings
Check out these classes available in February: Ayurveda: Yoga’s Sister Science, Become a GVR Teacher, Karaoke 101, Electric Vehicles, and more!
Also, please take a moment to ensure your GVR contact information—like your email address and phone number—is up to date in our system. Without the correct details, we won’t be able to notify you about the status of classes you’re enrolled in. Send updates to Membership@GVRec.org.
FEBRUARY 2025
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY
FEBRUARY ART EXHIBITS
Canoa Hills – GVR Clay Studio
Desert Hills – Sandy Ostroff
Las Campanas – Santa Rita Art League
East Center – Santa Rita Art League
West Center – GVR Arts & Crafts Club (1–15) Santa Rita Art League (16–28)
WEDNESDAY
