As we head into 2026, GVR is opening doors, adding space, and offering new ways for members to connect, learn, and take care of themselves. From expanded creative studios and hands-on clubs to wellness services and community gatherings, the year ahead reflects what members value most: practical opportunities, welcoming places, and reasons to come together. Highlights include the newly refreshed and expanded Artisans’ Shop and Metal Arts Shop, licensed therapeutic massage services, the ever-growing annual Showcase, and a full calendar of social events such as the Super Bowl Tailgate Party.
One of the most visible changes is at West Center, where the GVR Artisans’ Shop completed a significant facelift and expansion late last year. The shop is a working retail space run by members, for members, showcasing handcrafted items made across GVR’s creative clubs. Visitors will find work from lapidary, glass, woodworking, silversmithing, ceramics, and other disciplines, all created in home studios and GVR shops. The expanded layout allows more room to browse and more opportunities for artisans to share their work with the community. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm, and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm, and it has quickly become a place to linger, look closely, and appreciate the range of talent within GVR.
Just steps away, the new Metal Arts Shop, located beside the West Center tennis courts, welcomed members last month. This purpose-built space adds onto the original setup housed in portable metal structures and provides much-needed room for tools, projects, and instruction. Whether members arrive with years of experience or simple curiosity, the Metal Working Crafts Club offers a supportive environment to learn techniques, work safely, and share knowledge. It is one more example of how GVR continues to invest in spaces that support hands-on learning and creative endeavors. Curious? Come to the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 12, at 10am. Members interested in exploring clubs can visit GVRec.org and click on the Clubs icon for a full list of opportunities.
Well-being is also part of what’s new this year. GVR now offers licensed therapeutic massage several days a week in the Mesquite Room at Canoa Hills. These one-hour sessions are designed to support relaxation, recovery, and overall comfort. Appointments can be booked by calling 520-625-3440 or by signing up online at GVRec.org. It is a simple addition that fits easily into many schedules and offers a practical way to feel better as the year unfolds.
A major date to circle on the calendar is March 2, when GVR’s annual Showcase returns, now all day and spanning two centers due to its growing popularity. Activities take place at Las Campanas from 9am to 12pm and continue at East Center from 1pm to 4pm. The Showcase brings together staff, instructors, clubs, and members for a day of exploration and conversation. Visitors can discover new offerings, chat with the Membership, Reservations, and Leisure Education teams, and get an early look at what’s ahead from the Events & Entertainment group. Fitness orientations with GVR personal trainers are available, along with class and club demonstrations for activities such as cardio drumming, line dance, yoga, Tai Chi, pickleball, and more. In the afternoon, you’ll find music and a food truck at East Center. There are also chances to win prizes throughout the day.
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CONTACT US — 520-625-3440
Operational matters hotline@gvrec.org
Board policy matters board@gvrec.org
Customer Service 520-625-3440
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
2980 S Camino del Sol
7 S Abrego Dr
565 W Belltower Dr
921 W Via Rio Fuerte
1111 S GVR Dr
(520) 631-7151
(520) 631-0761
(520) 631-8060
(520) 631-8072 (520) 631-7068
(520) 631-8092 (520) 631-7909
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
BOARD AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 10, 1:30–3pm West Center Room 2 / Zoom
NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 12, 10–11:30am West Center Room 2 / Zoom
FISCAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 17, 1:30–3pm West Center Room 2 / Zoom
BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORK SESSION
Wednesday, February 18, 2–4pm West Center Room 2 / Zoom
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, February 25, 2–4pm West Center Auditorium / Zoom
Any change in meeting status will be announced on the GVR website calendar.
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
Find January Board meeting highlights in the special pull-out section.
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: Kathi Bachelor
Vice President: Candy English
Secretary: Beth Dingman
Treasurer: Nellie Johnson
Assistant Secretary: Bart Hillyer
Assistant Treasurer: Steve Reynolds
DIRECTORS
Dave Barker
Marge Garneau
Bev Lawless
Lanny Smith
Jodie Walker
GVR BOARD COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Audit Committee: Bev Lawless
Board Affairs Committee: Candy English
Fiscal Affairs Committee: Nellie Johnson
Investment Committee: Lanny Smith
Nominations & Elections Committee: Beth Dingman
Planning & Evaluation: Steve Reynolds
Email: board@gvrec.org
Can’t attend a meeting in person?
Scan this QR code for ZOOM meetings.
Did You Know?
ONLY WORKING ADA SERVICE ANIMALS ARE PERMITTED ON GVR PROPERTY
Under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), Service Animals are trained to perform specific tasks for a person with a disability and must remain under their handler’s control at all times. They should be leashed, harnessed, or tethered unless doing so interferes with their work. Therapy, companion animals, and service animals who are not working (i.e. are socializing or exercising) are not permitted.
One exception is the front patio at Del Sol Clubhouse, where leashed, wellbehaved pets are allowed.
GVR Guest Pass Policy Update
To reduce abuse of guest passes and in response to member feedback via a July survey, in November, the GVR Board of Directors adopted changes to the Guest Pass Policy. Member response was immediate and nearly unanimous: the policy changes went too far. In January, the Board again modified the policy to integrate that feedback:
GVR Guest Policy
Guests are temporary visitors of a GVR member. GVR members may purchase guest cards for their visitors (required for guests 18 years or older) using the following criteria:
• Guests must reside 20 miles beyond established GVR boundaries.
• The GVR member must complete the initial guest card purchase in person; future reloads may be completed in person or over the phone.
• Members may only purchase guest cards for their primary property; guest cards may not be purchased for tenant-occupied properties.
• Renters (including Airbnb or Vrbo) are not eligible guests and must purchase a Tenant Card.
• Tenants are eligible to purchase Daily and Weekly Guest Cards only.
Three Options Available
Daily Guest Card: ($5 per day) Each pass will allow up to one guest per day. These are date-specific and consecutive.
Weekly Guest Card: ($15 for seven consecutive days) Good for one guest per day. These are date-specific and consecutive.
Children’s Pool Hours
West Center
Weekdays: Noon–9pm
Weekends & holidays: ALL day
All other pools
Daily: 11am–1pm AND 4–6pm
No guest pass required for kids! Children seventeen 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.
Annual Guest Card: ($60 for 30 days) Good for four guests per visit. These are valid for 60 days of access, consecutive or nonconsecutive, that can be used anytime within twelve months of purchase. Members may have one active Annual Guest Card. Daily and Weekly passes can be purchased for additional guests.
Guest Cards may be reloaded at a future date. Please retain the card.
Important Information
There is a $5 Card Issuance Fee applied to the first purchase of each type of Guest Card. Guest Cards may be reloaded at a future date, please keep possession of the cards. If a new card is required, a $5 Card Replacement Fee will be assessed.
GVR members and tenants are responsible for the conduct of their guests. All guests must adhere to the Green Valley Recreation Code of Conduct. Guest cards are non-refundable and non-transferable. Fees are not prorated.
New Classes, New Possibilities
February is a natural month to reset and recommit to your health, your interests, and the things you’ve been meaning to explore. GVR’s Leisure Education program continues to expand with classes designed to support physical well-being, mental engagement, and creative expression.
For those focused on movement and wellness, offerings include Cardio Drumming, Pickleball, Yoga, Biking, Tai Chi, Water Aerobics, Pilates, Shotokan Karate, Qigong, Aquatics for Arthritis, Muscle Response Testing, Put Your Feet First, and Nutrition.
If learning and mental stimulation are your priority, new classes include Marriage, Retirement, and the Golden Years; Numerology; Managing Results 101; Algebra Made Fun (Easy); Acting; Southern Arizona Specialty Birds; Genealogy in Story; and Decision Making 101.
Creative pursuits are also well represented, with Neurographic Art, Gourd Art, Tantalizing Textures in Watercolors, and Digital Photo Albums. Culinary interests are addressed through New Orleans Cooking and Hispanic Cultural Immersion.
Leisure Education aims to offer something meaningful for every member. We welcome your feedback as it helps guide future programming: Classes@GVRec.org.
FEBRUARY
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY
GVR Cycling Bike Roundup 9am–2pm La Posada Community Center
Day Trip: Borderlandia Taco Tour
Super Bowl Tailgate 3–9pm WC Auditorium Day Trip: Borderlandia Taco Tour
& Sip 1–3pm Casa Paloma 1 GVR Foundation Bingo 3–7pm WC Auditorium
Lunch and a Movie Animal House 12:30–3pm WC Auditorium
Sing & Sip Karaoke 4–7pm Del Sol Clubhouse
Arts & Crafts Festival 9am–4pm West Center
Santa Rita Springs Open House 9am–1pm SRS
Sweet Saturday 10am–2pm WC Artisans’ Shop
Arts & Crafts Festival 9am–4pm, West Center
Saturday Night Dance Club
6–8:30pm SRS Anza room
Valentine’s Dance
7:30–9:30pm WC Auditorium
Amigas Coffee Time
9–10:30am SRS Anza room
Free Screening The Forsytes 4–5:30pm WC Auditorium
Hardcore Boomer Trivia 4:30–6:30pm Del Sol Clubhouse
Arts & Crafts Festival
Find unique, hand-crafted items from over 80 local artisans February 13 and 14 9am–3pm GVR West Center
Presented by the GVR Arts & Crafts Association
Keep your eyes and ears open for GVR news in KGVY’s community quarterly newspapers and on the air!
AmigOs
9–10am, EC Auditorium
Day Trip: Phoenix Suns vs Orlando Magic
Saturday Night Dance Club
6–8:30pm SRS Anza room
Tribute: The Eagles 2pm & 7pm WC Auditorium
Buy tickets and register for classes today!
On Sunday, February 8, at 3pm, the West Center Auditorium hosts a tailgate party for one of the mostwatched sports events of the year, the Super Bowl. Open to members and guests at no cost, with general public admission at $20, the afternoon includes bigscreen viewing, music, games, and time to enjoy the halftime show together. Adult beverages, small plates, and snacks will be available for purchase.
Have you recently returned to Green Valley?
Take advantage of all GVR has to offer! From classes and events to fitness activities, dropin options, and clubs, there are so many ways to make the most of your membership. The new winter catalog is packed with activities, classes, events, fitness, complimentary, and drop-in opportunities.
Looking ahead, members can also expect more targeted communication about what’s happening across GVR. New bi-monthly information emails from GVR Clubs and from Events and Entertainment are in the works, offering another way to stay informed and involved.
What emerges for 2026 is a community that keeps building on what works. Expanded spaces invite hands-on creativity, wellness options add simple comforts, and events large and small bring people together in easy, natural ways. With steady improvements and plenty to look forward to, GVR remains a place where showing up feels worthwhile, and friendships are forged amongst neighbors.
Registered Massage Therapy at GVR
Start the new year feeling your best! Enjoy a one-hour registered massage and give yourself the care you deserve. Schedule by calling 520-625-3440 or sign up online at GVRec.org. Appointments are available several days a week.
Safety Reminder
Slip-resistant shower shoes are a great choice in locker rooms.
Pool decks and locker room floors can be wet, icy, and slippery. Please take care when walking in these areas. Slip-resistant shower shoes can help keep you steady and safe.
February 3
The Beatles Experience
Relive all the Beatles classics as Britain’s Finest captures iconic harmonies, vintage instruments, and irresistible high-energy charm. 7pm; GVR Members/ Guests $30; General Public $50. Enjoy GVR’s beverage service. No outside drinks are allowed.
February 20
An Evening with the R. Carlos Nakai Trio
This acclaimed trio starring R. Carlos Nakai blends Native flute, jazz, classical, and world music into a transcendent performance, powered by over 20 Grammy nominations. 7pm; GVR Members/ Guests $35; General Public $55. Bring your favorite beverage.
February Events
February 14
Valentine’s Day Dance
Craig T. Olson and his quartet deliver timeless love songs with charm, warmth, nostalgia, and swoon-worthy melodies for Valentine’s Day. 7:30pm; GVR Members/Guests $30; General Public $50. Bring your favorite beverage.
February 24
Dancing with the Stars— GV Edition!
GVR’s stars compete with pro partners as the audience votes; while ballots are tallied, the audience is treated to a spectacular Utah Ballroom Dance Company performance. 7pm; GVR Members/ Guests $25; General Public $45. Bring your favorite beverage.
February 17
Celebrate the Sounds of Three Dog Night
Mike Yarema returns with a high-energy tribute packed with powerhouse vocals, top-tier musicianship, and iconic ’70s hits. 7pm; GVR Members/Guests $30; General Public $50 Enjoy GVR’s beverage service. No outside drinks are allowed.
February 28
Eagle Eyes: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
Eagle Eyes returns after a sold-out debut in 2025, delivering iconic Eagles harmonies and classic rock hits that capture the band’s spirit. By popular demand, a 2pm show has been added. (Sorry, the 7pm show is sold out.) GVR Members/ Guests $35; General Public $55. Enjoy GVR’s beverage service. No outside drinks are allowed.
GVR Day Trips
Basketball: Phoenix Suns vs. Orlando Magic
Saturday, February 21, 11:30am
Catch all the action as the Phoenix Suns face off against the Orlando Magic at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Your ticket includes round-trip travel to Phoenix and game admission, with $2 Value Meals available at the concession stands.
Del Sol Clubhouse
Member/Guest $89; General Public $109
Golf: Cologuard Classic Final Round
Sunday, March 22, 7:30am
Golf legends take the stage for the final round of the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences. Feel the tension, excitement, and thrilling moments on the green, all set against the perfect Arizona backdrop.
Del Sol Clubhouse
Member/Guest $79; General Public $99
For more day trips, please go to the Events & Entertainment page on the GVR website.
Purchase tickets online at GVRec.org, by phone 520-625-3440, or in person at the West Center Box Office.
2026
SHOWCASE
Play Free for a Day at the GVR Showcase Monday, March 2, 9am–4pm Las Campanas from 9am–12pm · East Center from 1–4pm
Stop by for a Showcase that’s full of activity, information, and new things to explore. The day has grown so popular that it now fills two centers—thanks to our members and the community who turn it into a lively, can’t-miss event.
Discover offerings and try a free fitness orientation
Chat with the Membership, Reservations, and Leisure Education teams, get a sneak peek at the upcoming season from the Events and Entertainment staff, and try out some fitness orientations with GVR’s personal trainers.
Meet class instructors and learn about GVR’s 50+ clubs
Discover offerings like cardio drumming, line dance, yoga, Tai Chi, pickleball, and plenty more as you watch demos, chat with instructors, ask questions, and enjoy a few fun surprises along the way.
Savor great food and live music
At East Center, a food truck starts serving lunch at noon, and live music keeps the atmosphere pleasant while you browse.
Tune in to a live radio broadcast
Catch the KGVY broadcast—live from the event.
Win prizes—don’t miss your chance to take home something special.
EXPLORE EVERYTHING GVR HAS TO OFFER—ALL IN ONE DAY. No tickets, no reservations, and no membership required. Just drop in!
Las Campanas, 9am–12pm, 565 W. Belltower Drive · East Center, 1–4pm, 7 S. Abrego Drive
