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There’s a place for you at GVR There are so many ways to be a member at GVR. Some come for the for the pools, others for the fitness centers, courts, clubs, classes, events, or simply the chance to stay active and connected. However members choose to participate, each person adds something to the character of this community. With nearly 24,000 members, GVR is much more than a collection of facilities and programs. It’s a community shaped every day by the people who walk through its doors, and the possibilities for becoming part of that extend well beyond signing up for a class or attending an activity. For many members, the deeper rewards of GVR begin when they move from participating in what’s offered to helping create the experiences that bring neighbors together. Volunteering is one of the most meaningful ways members contribute their time, talents, and enthusiasm. GVR is strengthened by people who are willing to lend a hand, whether through Board or committee service, club leadership, or event support. Volunteers are, in many ways, the quiet center of GVR. As one longtime member observed, “There’s always something happening here, but what people don’t always see is the volunteer effort behind it.” Involvement doesn’t always mean taking on a formal volunteer role. Sometimes, it means playing BINGO on a Monday evening and knowing that your night of fun is helping another member. The GVR Foundation’s fall BINGO games, held on the first and third Mondays of the month, raise funds for

the Member Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to qualifying GVR members. With early seating beginning at 3pm and games starting at 5pm, the evenings offer plenty of time to settle in and enjoy a little friendly competition. You can bring your own snacks, purchase refreshments, enter the raffles, and perhaps even leave with a jackpot, but the real win is knowing that the proceeds help strengthen the community beyond the BINGO hall. Being part of a community also means making time to celebrate and enjoy the people around us. Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 17, will bring members together at West Center for an afternoon of live music from The Bouncing Czechs, German food, and beer and wine from the Rotary Club of Green Valley, with proceeds from the beer garden benefiting a Rotary charity. There’ll be a lederhosen contest, table trivia, a beer stein-holding contest, and, naturally, a hearty “Prost!” Whether you arrive with friends or strike up a conversation with the people at your table, these are the kinds of experiences that turn a facility into a gathering place and familiar faces into friends. Other occasions invite members to celebrate what they can create together. On November 13 and 14, the GVR Lapidary Club will sponsor its annual Artisans’ Festival at West Center, showcasing an impressive array of handcrafted work created by GVR members. Pottery, ceramics, paintings, glass art, woodwork, and more will fill the festival, offering visitors a chance not only to admire the creativity within GVR, but also

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hotline@gvrec.org board@gvrec.org 520-625-3440

Center Operations Assistants (Yellow Shirts)

RECREATION SERVICES

520-343-2440

The following centers are open daily from 5:30am–9pm SATELLITE CENTERS 520-549-9733

MAJOR CENTERS Canoa Hills

3660 S Camino del Sol

(520) 631-7151

Canoa Ranch

5750 S Turquoise Mtn Dr

(520) 631-0761

Desert Hills

2980 S Camino del Sol

(520) 631-8060

East Center

7 S Abrego Dr

(520) 631-8072

Las Campanas

565 W Belltower Dr

(520) 631-7068

Santa Rita Springs

921 W Via Rio Fuerte

(520) 631-8092

West Center

1111 S GVR Dr

(520) 631-7909

Abrego North

1601 N Abrego Dr

Abrego South

1655 S Abrego Dr

Casa Paloma I

400 W Circulo del Paladin

Casa Paloma II

330 N Calle de las Banderolas

Continental Vistas

906 W Camino Guarina

Madera Vista

440 S Camino del Portillo

Del Sol Clubhouse, 3355 S Camino del Sol, 6am–9pm Pickleball Center, 2612 S Camino de la Canoa, 6am–dusk

OCTOBER BOARD & COMMITTEE MEETINGS

GVR BOARD

BOARD AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Tuesday October 13, 1:30pm West Center Room 2/Zoom

GVR BOARD OFFICERS President: Candy English Vice President: Steve Reynolds Secretary: Kristy McCue Treasurer: Lanny Smith Assistant Secretary: Jodie Walker Assistant Treasurer: Nellie Johnson

BOARD WORK SESSION Wednesday, October 14, 2–4pm, West Center Room 2/Zoom FISCAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Tuesday, October 20, 1:30–3pm, West Center Room 2/Zoom INVESTMENTS COMMITTEE Wednesday, October 21, 9am West Center Room 2/Zoom BOARD REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, October 28, 2–4pm, West Center Auditorium/Zoom

DIRECTORS Dave Barker Dale Howard

Chris McCrummen Barry Stock

Any change in meeting status will be announced on the GVR website calendar.

GVR BOARD COMMITTEE CHAIRS Audit Committee: Dave Barker Board Affairs Committee: Steve Reynolds Fiscal Affairs Committee: Lanny Smith Investment Committee: Dale Howard

BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Email: Board@GVRec.org

In a regular meeting on Wednesday, September 23, the Board of Directors took the following actions:

Can’t attend a meeting in person? Scan this QR code for ZOOM meetings.

Approved:

• The East Center cell tower proposal • Form 990 • BAC recommended CPM changes • Appointment and approval of Investments Committee Chair, Dale Howard

Did You Know?

Letter from the President

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Dear members,

Where is the Ceramics Club?

Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.

Accessible from either parking lot, the Ceramics Club can be found on the second story of Desert Hills, overlooking the pool. Bright signs guide your way to the one-of-a-kind, handcrafted items for sale. They are open daily, 8am–4pm, at 2980 S Camino Del Sol. Stop by and say hi!

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.

Happy October! The change of seasons is in the air! It’s the perfect time to try new things and embark on new endeavors. As this issue of GVR Now is dedicated to the value of volunteerism, I would like to discuss the significant impact members have on GVR by being either a committee or Board member. As Sherry Anderson, writer and speaker, has stated:

An excellent example of how the volunteer Board is making a difference to the GVR organization is the Board’s continued dedication to creating the new five-year Strategic Plan. Based upon the GVR member survey results, the Board reaffirmed GVR’s mission and vision statement, evaluated GVR’s strengths and challenges, and forged new organization goals. The strategic plan is the roadmap for GVR, guiding the Board and staff to make decisions that support the organization’s overall objectives. Obviously, this is important work, and the Board is instrumental in developing the future of GVR. If you are interested in becoming a GVR Board director, please consider running for election in 2027. Applications will become available soon with the deadline for returned applications in late December 2026. Apart from being a Board director, GVR members can serve on one of our four committees: Board Affairs, Fiscal Affairs, Investments, and Audit. As part of a governing committee, GVR members become part of the policy-making process. The committee chairs send their recommendations to the Board for final approval. This is an excellent opportunity for GVR members to gain experience in the processes that shape the future success of GVR. Applications for Committee members are available year-round and can be found on the GVR website. As Lee Iacocca said: “The thing that lies at the foundation of positive change, the way I see it, is service to a fellow human being.” Please consider becoming more involved in the GVR community. We always need more good people to accomplish more good things. Sincerely, Candy English GVR Board President

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Never Stop Learning

OCTOBER 2026

With summer winding down, it’s easy to think of all the ways to relax while finally catching up with life. The hustle and bustle of normal has returned and with it, returns routine. Perhaps a morning yoga class will ground the day and wake up the body to breathe new life into getting things moving. At GVR, we believe fostering the mind is just as important as the body. You enter a room of strangers, a little intimidated, and are soon sat down with your new Mah Jongg friend. You fumble a bit together, learn the ropes, and maybe even shine a little competitive light on each other. Soon you’re laughing until you cry and trying to decide which cooking class you’ll enroll in together. Connections are what it’s all about. Testing the waters, enriching your mind, finding your place in the community. Your new normal becomes your new routine. The continued learning keeping you sharp, happy, and connected.

SUNDAY

• Anytime online at GVRec.org The new fall catalog is here! Pick one up at any center or view it online at GVRec.org.

NFL Football 10am–9:20pm DSC Game Room

Day Trip: Borderlandia Nogales Taco Tour 10am–2pm, Departs from Burger King, Nogales, AZ David K’s Tribute to Buddy Holly 2–3:30pm, WC Auditorium

11 NFL Football 10am–9:20pm DSC Game Room

Coffee, Friends & Fresh Starts 10am–12pm DSC Game Room

NFL Football 10am–9:20pm DSC Game Room

VIP NASCAR Experience 6am–5pm DSC/Phoenix Raceway

NFL Football 10am–9:20pm DSC Game Room Day Trip: Borderlandia Nogales Taco Tour 10am–2pm, Departs from Burger King, Nogales, AZ

RockStar Bingo 10am–12pm DSC Game Room

Paint & Sip: Autumn on the Bridge 1–3pm, CH Saguaro Room

The Music of The Carpenters 6–8pm WC Auditorium

GVR Foundation Bingo 3–7pm, WC Auditorium Start Trip: Laughlin Here We Come! DH/Laughlin, Nevada Singles Club Meeting 9:30–10:30am DH Auditorium Learn From the Master: People Intelligence 10–11:30am DSC Game Room

Cardinals vs. Broncos

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Rotary’s from the Coat

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Santa Rita Art League

How to Register for Classes person at West Center, or by phone at 520-625-3440

TUESDAY

OCTOBER ART EXHIBITS Canoa Hills – Richard Paige Desert Hills – Santa Rita Art League East Center – Susanne Phillips Las Campanas – Paula Richards West Center – Santa Rita Art League

Grab a GVR recreation catalog and decide, “What will I learn today?”

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Pima Council on Aging Free Lecture 2–3pm, EC Auditorium

NFL Football 6:15–10:15pm DSC Game Room

Power of Love: The Best of Huey Lewis & The News 7–8:30pm, WC Auditorium

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David K’s Tribute to Elton John 7–8:30pm, WC Auditorium

David K’s Tribute to Roy Orbison 7–8:30pm, WC Auditorium

GV Gardeners: Bee Keepers Free Lecture 9:30–10:30am EC Auditorium

GVR West Center Auditorium TICKETS FOR EVERYONE $25

Karaoke 5:30–7:30pm DSC

NFL Football 5:15–9:15pm DSC Game Room Let’s Do the Time Warp! A Rocky Horror Movie Party 6–7:40pm, WC Auditorium

End Trip: Laughlin Here We Come! DH/Laughlin, Nevada

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ABBAFAB: The Premier ABBA Experience 6–8pm, WC Auditorium

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American Graffiti 2–4pm WC Auditorium NFL Football 5:15–9:15pm DSC Game Room

GV Chamber of Commerce Free Lecture 9:30–10:30am EC Auditorium

Sip & Sing Karaoke 4-6pm, DSC

Karaoke 5:30–7:30pm DSC

Coffee Time 17 Amigas 9–10:30am SRS Anza Room

GVR AmigOs Meeting 9–10am, EC Auditorium

Keep your eyes and ears open for GVR news in KGVY’s community quarterly newspapers and on the air!

Oktoberfest 12:30–3pm, WC Auditorium GVR Steppin’ Out Dance Club Dance 6:15–8:45pm, Canoa Hills

A Magical Evening with John Shryock 7–9pm WC Auditorium

31 GV Chamber of Commerce Free Lecture 1–2pm EC Auditorium

Dance with Hardscrabble Road (Halloween Dance) 6–9pm WC Auditorium

Cover story, continued… to meet some of the people behind it. For the artists, it’s an opportunity to share what they’ve made. For everyone else, it’s a chance to discover the remarkable talents that exist among our neighbors. That may be one of the most remarkable things about GVR: there’s no single definition of what it means to be involved. One member may devote hours each month to volunteering, while another contributes by joining a club, attending an event, supporting a fundraiser, welcoming a new participant, or simply bringing a little enthusiasm along for the ride. Some members lead, some organize, some lend a hand, some create, and some cheer from the sidelines. Every contribution adds something to the larger picture.

Lunch is served until 2pm! Have you been waiting for lunch options? The wait ends now because the Clubhouse Café has come up with a new sandwich menu that will make your mouth water. Daily from 11am–2pm, the café is serving your favorite sandwiches (with chips and a pickle spear). Whether you’re looking for a light, refreshing midday meal or a warm, comfortable grilled cheese, we’ve got you covered! The café staff would like to thank everyone who stops by and says, “What’s on the menu today?” We never stop listening, learning, and growing. Visit the café inside the Del Sol Clubhouse at 3355 S. Camino del Sol, open daily from 7am–2pm.

And belonging doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. A class can become a routine. A routine can become a friendship. A friendship can lead to a club, a volunteer opportunity, a fundraiser, or a shared project. Before long, what began as something to do can become something to which you feel connected. The spirit of GVR lives in these connections, in the conversations that begin before a class, the familiar faces across a clubroom, the volunteers who arrive early and stay late, the artists who share what they’ve made, and the members who gather to laugh, celebrate, compete, or lend their support to a good cause. GVR belongs to all of us, and its character is continually shaped by the ways we participate. Maybe your next step is trying something new, joining a club, lending a hand, or saying hello to someone you haven’t met yet. Sometimes, that’s all it takes to feel a little more at home.

50+ clubs!

Clubs Catalog 2026/27 Something for everyone!

Are you interested in joining a club? It’s easy! • Visit GVRec.org: Click on the Clubs icon to browse the list of available clubs. • Contact club representatives: Each club provides contact information. • Attend a meeting or event: Many clubs welcome prospective members to attend a meeting or event before joining.

• Pick up a 2026/27 Clubs Catalog at your nearest center.

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October Events and Trips David K’s Tribute Weekend

Friday–Sunday, October 2–4 Starting on October 2, 7pm, it’s Elton John’s masterful piano and show-stopping flair. Moving on to October 3, 7pm, Roy Orbison’s soulful vocals come to life. Wrapping up on October 4, 2pm, with the vintage nostalgia of Buddy Holly. West Center Auditorium Individual shows: Member/Guest $30; General Public $50 Bundle all three: Member/Guest $75; General Public $125

Day Trip: Borderlandia Nogales Taco Tour

Sunday, October 4 and 25, 10am Explore Nogales, Sonora one taco at a time traveling from El Galena to La Roca. Don’t forget your passport and walking shoes for this one and one half mile journey. Depart from Burger King, Nogales, AZ Member/Guest $100; General Public $120

Paint & Sip: Autumn on the Bridge

Monday, October 5, 1pm Sip, swirl, and paint with step-by-step guidance from a professional artist. Bring your own beverage, snacks, creativity, and fun. Canoa Hills Saguaro Room Member/Guest $28; General Public $48

The Music of the Carpenters

Tuesday, October 6, 6pm Bringing you songs from one of the 70s most beloved Pop Rock duos with hits like Close to You, We’ve Only Just Begun, and Rainy Days and Mondays. West Center Auditorium Member/Guest $35; General Public $55

Let’s Do the Time Warp! A Rocky Horror Movie Party

Thursday, October 8, 6pm This interactive show is a crowd favorite where you can come as you are or sport your favorite outfit for a possible costume contest. Ticket includes soft drinks, popcorn, bottled water, and a prop bag. West Center Auditorium Member/Guest $10; General Public $30

Laughlin, Nevada Trip

Monday–Thursday, October 12–15 Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Aquarius Casino Resort along the scenic Colorado Riverwalk. Trip includes an excursion to Oatman, Arizona on Route 66 along with a free day to explore Laughlin any way you choose. A light breakfast is included daily. Depart from Desert Hills Lobby Double Occupancy: Member/Guest $389 per person; General Public $449 per person Single Occupancy: Member/Guest $439 per person; General Public $499 per person

Get tickets online at GVRec.org, by phone 520-625-3440, or in-person at West Center GVRNOW! GVR NOW! OCTOBER 2026

October Events and Trips Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 17, 12:30pm PROST, party, and celebrate with live music from The Bouncing Czechs, delicious German food, and frost beer and wine sold by the Rotary Club of Green Valley. Extra fun includes a Lederhosen contest, table trivia, and a beer stein-holding contest. West Center Auditorium Tickets $25 (for everyone)

Day Trip: NASCAR Special Access

Sunday, October 18, 6am Grab your tickets for a full-throttle race-day adventure with reserved seats, Victory Lane access, garage views, and special driver Q&A. Departs from Del Sol Clubhouse Member/Guest $199; General Public $219

Power of Love: The Best of Huey Lewis & The News

Tuesday, October 20, 7pm This high-energy tribute brings punch brass, feel-good 80’s hits, and nonstop fun that keeps everyone singing along. West Center Auditorium Member/Guest $30; General Public $50

ABBA FAB: The Premier ABBA Experience

Thursday, October 22, 6pm Channel your inner diva with this high-energy tribute bringing the magic, melodies, and moves of one of pop music’s most beloved legacies. West Center Auditorium Member/Guest $35; General Public $55

A Magical Evening with John Shryock

Friday, October 23, 7pm Brace for mind-bending magic as John Shryock delivers illusions, laughs, and moments that flip reality on its head. Member/Guest $25; General Public $45

Dance with Hardscrabble Road (Halloween Dance)

Saturday, October 31, 6pm Grab your costume—or don’t—and join us for a frightfully fun Halloween Dance with Hardscrabble Road band. BYOB; we’ll provide snacks, set-up, and howling good time. West Center Auditorium Member/Guest $15; General Public $25

Get tickets online at GVRec.org, by phone 520-625-3440, or in-person at West Center