Sun City Oro Valley Tipster September 2024

It’s more than living... it’s a lifestyle!

Photo By Janie Johnson-Russel

September 2024

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by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711 Activity Center (AC)................................. 520-917-8066 scovaz.com Mon.-Fri. ..................................................................................... 6:30 am-9 pm Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 am-9 pm Sun.................................................................................................. 9 am-6 pm

Board of Directors

directors@suncityorovalley.com

Administration/Welcome Center (WC)... 520-825-3711 Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 am-4:30 pm

directors@suncityorovalley.com...................................................Group email for Directors Aquatic & Fitness Center (AFC)................520-917-8067 Daily.................................................................................................5 am-9 pm Jane Fairchild, jfairchildscov@yahoo.com.............................................................President Pool Larry Webster, lwebsterscov@gmail.com.......................................................Vice President Daily..........................................................................................5 am-8:30 pm Jim Cherry, jimcherryscov@gmail.com..................................................................Treasurer Children’s Hours, daily ................................................................... 11 am-1 pm Earl Vittitoe, earlvv@gmail.com...........................................................................Secretary Bistro Coffee & Wine Bar.................................... Mon.-Fri. 8 am-4 pm Eileen Buskirk, eileenbscov@gmail.com..................................................................Director Sat. and Sun. CLOSED Lou Gard, legboard789@gmail.com........................................................................Director Catalina Vista (CV). . .................................

520-825-8613 Tod Milton, todmiltonscov@gmail.com....................................................................Director Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 am-9 pm Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 am-9 pm Sun.................................................................................................. 9 am-6 pm

Management Team Sandy Seddon, sseddon@suncityorovalley.com.................. General Manager, 520-917-8080 Community Services................................. 520-917-8065 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ....Assistant General Manager, 520-917-8070 Desert Oasis (DO)....................................520-825-0495 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com...Com. Area Maint. Supt., 520-917-8059 Mon.-Fri., ......................................................................................... 7 am-9 pm Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.. Director of Golf Maintenance, 520-917-8063 Sat. .................................................................................................7 am-8 pm Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com...............Administrative Manager, 520-917-8072 Sun. ................................................................................................7 am-6 pm Pool .............................................................................................................

Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com............................ Director of Golf, 520-917-8086 Mon.-Fri., 7 am-8:30 pm; Sat., 9 am-7:30 pm; Sun., 9 am-5:30 pm Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com...................Facilities Supt., 520-917-8078 Children’s Hours, daily except during water volleyball (see below) ........noon-4 pm Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com............................Controller, 520-917-8060 Water volleyball .........................................Sun., Mon., Wed., Thu., 12:45-3 pm Sandy Wilson, swilson@suncityorovalley.com ..... Food & Beverage Director, 520-825-3277 Gift Shop of Sun City.................................520-917-8051 Mon.-Sat., 10 am -1 pm Support Team Golf Course Walking. . ................. suncityorovalley.com/views-golf-hrs/ Andrew Clark, aclark@suncityorovalley.com........................... Technology Coordinator, 520-917-8057 Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com..................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8082 Library....................................................... 520-917-8064 Mon.-Fri. ..............................................................................9 am-noon, 1-4 pm Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com......................................Fitness Supervisor, 520-917-8073 Sat. ..................................................................................................9 am-noon Carla Green, cgreen@suncityorovalley.com.................... Communications Coordinator, 520-917-8069 Loan Teresa Deuel, scoroval@ciramail.com.................................. Covenants Coordinator, 520-917-8087 Room - Community Assistance­ Loan Room at Cart Barn Hours: Tue. and Thu. only.......................................8-9 am Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com..................................Human Resources, 520-917-8061 Pro Shop.................................................... 520-825-3110 Bonnie Holmes, bholmes@suncityorovalley.com...........................................Librarian, 520-917-8083 Golf Info Line........................................520-825-0322 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com................................ Accounting Assistant, 520-917-8062 Daily................................................................................................. 6 am-5 pm Cristy Lowing, clowing@suncityorovalley.com................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8090 Driving Range hours .....................................7:30 am-5 pm; Thu., 7:30 am-3 pm Katy Mosier, scoroval@ciramail.com................................Architectural Coordinator, 520-917-8058 Restaurant and Lounge.............................520-825-3277 Brenda Puzzele-Stoltz, bpuzzele-stoltz@suncityorovalley.com......Lifestyle Coordinator, 520-917-8077 Daily................................................................................................. 7 am-8 pm Kendra Suzane, ksuzane@suncityorovalley.com................ Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8065 Happy Hour............................................................................ Sun.-Thu., 3-8 pm Daily restaurant specials.................................................................... See website

Tipster Editorial Committee Karla Erdahl...................................Co-Chair Mary Beth Livingston.......................Member Marsha Weese.................................Co-Chair Drew Ludwig...................................Member Suzanne Stiles...............................Secretary Barbara McNeill..............................Member Peggy Gardner.................................Member Jane Moody.....................................Member Deena Harris...................................Member Joe Polach.......................................Member Wanda Johnson...............................Member Lisa Schulz......................................Member

Trash/Recycling Republic Services.....scov@republicservices.com

Editor, Layout and Design: Carla Green Advertising: Carla Green; Printing: Sundance Press To advertise in the Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, call 520-917-8069 for information.

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Sun City Oro Valley Community Association provides this publication for informational purposes only and neither endorses nor promotes any of the products or services advertised herein and assumes no responsibility or liability for the statements made in this publication.

Pickup Mondays 6 am-6 pm. Visit SCOV website Member Services > Trash Info for holiday schedule, recycling info and submittal form to report all issues.

After-Hours Emergencies.......................... 520-825-1161

If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate attention (e.g. broken irrigation) and the Administration Office is closed, please report the issue to a building monitor. However, if a situation like this occurs after all the buildings are closed, please contact the emergency line.

Abbreviation Legend Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 Welcome Center Conference Room 3..............................................................WC3

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Association News

From the Board of Directors Our mission as the SCOV Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community.

All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online.

Board meetings are open to residents.

Board of Directors - Lou Gard legboard789@gmail.com Garden Club Beautification Committee This month I want to give a shoutout to a group of residents who are working to make our community more appealing to the eye.

As you walk around SCOV, notice several areas where there have been upgrades in the decorative landscaping.

The Beautification Committee, a sub-committee of the Garden Club, is responsible for adding to the visual enjoyment in our beautiful community. This is a new project for the Garden Club, and they are a very enthusiastic group.

All too frequently, when people spend their time on these endeavors, they go unrecognized. This Committee started by taking over the eleven large blue planter pots located in the walkway of the AFC toward the pool. The circular in-ground planters on the pool deck were then cleared out and five beautiful large blue pots have been planted for swimmers to enjoy. The boulders were placed for accent.

Bringing attention to the new cactus fountain is the next project in the pool area enhancement. The committee has also replaced the ground cover in the Artisan Courtyard next to the whimsical totems, done in collaboration with the Clay Club and the Stained/Fused Glass Club. They have also placed two large blue planters on our newly refurbished Kiva patio. These potted plants are looked at every day by a member of the club, and they are hand-watered as needed.

All of the plantings are maintained by the Committee, some for irrigation, some are hand-watered on a daily basis.

This hard-working group will be changing plantings at various times of the year to keep things looking fresh. They have worked well with our Common Area Maintenance crew on many of the changes and they often help with the plantings.

They say they have just begun and have their eyes on other areas, as well.

If you have plants that no longer work for you, consider donating them to the Garden Club for possible use; they will be grateful for the thought. The Beautification Committee would like to express its gratitude for all the positive feedback and ask that residents please not water the plants

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 7 Golf.................................................. 9 Restaurant..................................... 10 Foundation.................................... 10 Coming Events.............................. 10 Workshops and Classes................. 11 Community Support Groups......... 11 In Memoriam................................. 12

General Manager - Sandy Seddon sseddon@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8080

We have a new Service and Support Committee. Many thanks to those of you who have volunteered to serve on Emergency Preparedness. You can find their complete charter on our website, but their mission is to prepare a SCOV community emergency response plan for the risks appropriate to the area, along with making recommendations for individual household emergency plans. A community emergency response plan (CERP) is a written document that outlines the steps a community will take before, during, and after an emergency. It helps communities manage local activities to reduce the risk to people and property.

I now have one full month under my belt at SCOV. There are many moving parts, and I am working as quickly as possible to understand all aspects of the operation. While I may not know everything, I do know one thing: we must work together using responsible leadership for the well-being and smooth operation of the community. It is about balancing the needs and desires of individual members with what makes the most sense and will benefit the community as a whole.

That sounds simple enough, but it is not always the case.

Listening to everyone is fundamental to responsible leadership, especially in a homeowner association. I am confident that moving forward we can create an environment where members are more likely to engage, participate and contribute positively to the community. It is not just about hearing words; it is about understanding the context, the concerns and the emotions behind them. This empathetic approach can lead to more harmonious and effective governance. Let’s work together.

Finally, it is hot out there. Remember, by the time you feel thirsty, you are already on your way to dehydration. So, keep a bottle of water handy and take regular sips throughout the day. Eat water-rich food such as fruits and vegetables. Avoid excessive beverages like alcohol and caffeine. Enjoy the rest of the summer and here’s to early fall.

Board of Directors Meetings

Table of Contents

September 12th 2024 September 24th 2024

Clubs............................................. 12 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 12 On the Cover................................ 14 Continuing Education................. 15 Cultural & Social......................... 15 Dance......................................... 19 Exercise...................................... 19

Games........................................ 23 Music.......................................... 24 Sports......................................... 25 Travel.......................................... 26 Partnered Organizations............... 26 Extended Community................... 27 Classifieds...................................... 27

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It’s More Than Living... It’s A Lifestyle!

A Magical Monsoon Season

by Carla Green

This 2024 monsoon The skies over Sun City Oro Valley turned dark and season has been a capti- ominous at a moment’s notice, as lightning illuminated vating spectacle, show- the desert nights and thunder echoed across the valcasing the awe-inspiring leys with high winds. We have experienced several days power and unpredict- of torrential downpours, leading to a significant spike ability of nature. South- in rainfall. The city ern Arizona is known recorded one of its for dramatic thunder- wettest monsoons on storms, heavy rainfall, record, with some arand sudden flash floods. eas receiving over ten The monsoon is a vital inches of rain in just component for our cli- a few weeks. Driving mate and Photo by Sheryl Hester brings muchthroughout Oro Valley and the surneeded moisrounding areas there have been many Photo by Laurie French ture to the fallen trees, but the desert blooms, green dry landmountains and thriving cacti have been scape. The rain not only nourishes the land but breathtaking with the backdrop of rainalso fills the air with the earthy scent of creobows and sunsets, plus the smell of the sote, a fragrance that is synonymous with the desert in the rain is unmatched. With all Sonoran Desert after a rainstorm. However, the dangers, the magnificent spectacle of this year's monsoon has been particularly rethe desert monsoon is something marmarkable, marked by a series of extremes that veled at by all. leave everyone living here in awe.

An unexpected twist happened this year with monsoon starting early in June and by mid-July Aeonium By Sheryl Hester the monsoons are in full force, bringing with it a dramatic shift in weather patterns triggering a cascade of powerful thunderstorms, lighting and even a tornado or two in some parts. The usually lush and vibrant desert landscape remained parched most of the year, with temperatures soaring well above average. Many feared that the monsoon season would be a dud like last year, leaving Oro Valley and surrounding areas Wet mouse Photo by Sheryl Hester withering in the heat.

Full rainbow at SCOV by Harold Wood

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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070

SCOV Library - Bonnie Holmes www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley bholmes@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083

Exciting News: SCOV Transitioning to Northstar Software The plethora of new titles coming out this fall is very exWe are thrilled to announce that SCOV will citing: Author, Louise Penny, The Grey Wolf (Chief Inspector transition to a new software platform called Gamache); Richard Osman, We Solve Murders (Thursday Northstar for managing our HOA functions.

Murder Club fame); Michael Connelly, The Waiting (A Renée Many HOAs, including SaddleBrooke Two and The HighBallard and Harry Bosch Novel). Perhaps though, you’ve lands, are also moving or have moved to this platform. Our missed some of the summer best sellers that we have in our new GM, Sandy Seddon, was already implementing this softlibrary. ware at her previous HOA before joining us here at SCOV. Did you read When Women Ran Fifth Avenue by Julie SaNorthstar has become an industry standard, addressing tow?

This is “A glittering, glamorous portrait of the golden age many functional needs of HOAs. Northstar offers an integrated website and app, providing of American department stores and of three visionary women real-time information for residents. You’ll be able to update who led them, from the award-winning author of The Plaza.

How about the much anticipated Eruption by Michael your information, such as summer and winter addresses, check account balances and track the status of applications Crichton and James Patterson? “Michael Crichton, creator (ARC) with ease. This new platform will consolidate many of of Jurassic Park, ER, Twister, and Westworld, had a passion the current software tools we use for communications, reser- project he’d been pursuing for years, ahead of his untimely vations, ticket sales and more. The new website will continue passing in 2008. Knowing how special it was, his wife, Sherri to provide board meeting and committee meeting minutes, Crichton, held back his notes and the partial manuscript until agendas, and other valuable resources, with expanded fea- she found the right author to complete it: James Patterson, the world’s most popular storyteller.” tures rolling out toward the end of the year.

In large print we have Tom Clancy’s new title, Act of DeNorthstar is currently in initial meetings with our staff and fiance.

“When U.S. intelligence reports there’s something resident IT team to understand our processes. They will soon going on in Russia, President Jack Ryan and his youngest set deadlines for information gathering and start setting up daughter, Katie, determine the Russians are about to launch the software, website and app. a super missile submarine, and the race is on to find its locaWe aim to launch the new website in November, which is tion and decide if it poses a threat to the continental U.S.” an ambitious goal, but we are working diligently towards it. A Not sure what you’ve missed? Just ask our wonderful volteam of resident experts is collaborating with staff throughout unteers for assistance; they love to help you out. this process and will assist residents when it’s time to introduce the new website and app.

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis Thank you for your support as this exciting transition is made. ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Community Services - Katy Mosier Increase the amount of muscle in your body. For every extra pound of muscle you put on, your body uses around 50 Architectural Coordinator Katy Mosier scoroval@ciramail.com 520-917-8058 extra calories a day. In a recent study, researchers found that regular weight training boosts basal metabolic rate by about Welcome New Neighbors – July 15 percent. This is because muscle is metabolically active and burns more calories than other body tissue even when Unit # Name From you are not moving. Training with weights just three times a 11B Sandra Behrends Minnetonka, MN week for around 20 minutes is enough to build muscle. Not 2 Janet Holliday Grand Island, NY only will you burn more caloriesyou will look and feel better.

Special Note from the AFC: 5 Deidre Hatchard Orientation on how to use the gym equipment is held 5 Nigel Gough and Judy Nichols Wilmington, NC Thursday, 1 pm, so stop in and sign up. Classes are limited.

6 Don and Lisa Koebnick, Eden Prairie, MN Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss ques12 Joseph and Nadine Bowlby Glenview, IL tions or problems with the AFC. AFC and Desert Oasis: See Hours of Operation on page 2.

12 Rodney and Constance Nielsen Tuesday, September 10, the AFC pool and spa will be 15 Steven and Alison Lawrence Fairhaven, MA closed for cleaning and shock treatment, reopening the fol17 Charles and Linda Hewins Oro Valley, AZ lowing morning at the regular time. Tuesday, September 24, AFC Spa will be closed for cleaning and will reopen at 1 pm.

53 Gary Koenig and Peggy Reed Oro Valley, AZ Wednesday, September 11, the Desert Oasis Pool will be

closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

July Housing Resale Information Resales 2024 2023

For the Month 10 6 2023 Total Sold - 145

YTD 94 100

2024: Active Listings as of 07/31/2024......................... 22 2023: Active Listings as of 07/31/2023........................... 7 Average Age of New Owners: 69.18

Source: MLSSAZ®

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Money MATTERS

Sun City Oro Valley Recap of Finances as of end of business 7/31/2024 (unaudited) July 2024 June 2024 Change Current Assets $ 10,546,480 $ 9,436,604 $1,109,876 Current Liabilities $ (396,370) $ (321,441) $ (74,929) Fixed Assets (incl Dep) $ 22,200,709 $ 22,187,068 $ 13,641

Status of Funds

Month to Month Comparisons Fiscal Year Comparisons July 2024 Budget June 2024 YTD Budget Revenues $ 972,615 $ 980,926 $ 721,684 $ 972,615 $ 980,926 Expenses (less Restricted) $ (936,064) $ (981,459) $ (731,282) $ (936,064) $ (981,459) Net Result $ 36,551 $ (533) $ (9,598) $ 36,551 $ (533) included in above Restaurant Net Result $ (72,556) $ (39,671) $ (62,477) $ (72,556) $ (39,671) Golf Net Result $ (159,287) $ (192,179) $ (55,829) $ (159,287) $ (192,179) Operations

Asset Reserve July 2024 YTD Beginning Bal $ 5,522,736 $ 5,522,736 Revenue $ 1,273,508 $ 1,273,508 Expenditures $ (120,741) $ (120,741) Ending Bal $ 6,675,503 $ 6,675,503

Member Dues Interest on amounts held 10% of CCF fees collected

Capital Fund July 2024 YTD Beginning Bal $ (1,611,318) $ (1,611,318) Revenue $ 33,151 $ 33,151 Expenditures $ ‐ $ ‐ Ending Bal $ (1,578,167) $ (1,578,167)

90% of CCF fees collected Comcast Preferred Provider AT&T Cell Tower

Contingency July 2024 Beginning Bal $ 230,013 $ Revenue $ 1,462 $ Expenditures $ (772) $ Ending Bal $ 230,703 $

YTD 230,013 1,462 (772) 230,703

Member Dues Fees/Fines Interest on amounts held

Wash (for repairs) July 2024 Beginning Bal $ 104,312 Revenue $ 460 Withdrawals $ ‐ Ending Bal $ 104,772

$ $ $ $

YTD 104,312 460 ‐ 104,772

Deferred Revenue

$ 4,865,283

As you can see, we have decided to change the format of the monthly financial summary. Above is a financial snapshot for first month of the 20242025 fiscal year. We thought it would be helpful to show a breakdown of our Assets & Liabilities as well as an overview of our Operational and Restricted Funds. If you prefer the prior format, or wish to see the report in greater detail, go to Members/Financials/Monthly Financial Statements on our website, suncityorovalley.com.

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Sources of Revenue

Member Dues Interest on amounts held

Member Dues /Prepaid Golf

The Finance Budget Committee will be on hiatus until September 2024. Meetings will resume at their normal time on Monday, September 23rd at 1:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center Conference Room 3 and by Zoom. Please note the time change from 1-1:30 p If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com.

Randy Trenary, Controller

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Association Committees Active Health Chair Rita Menet rita.menet@gmail.com

We welcome new members with bright ideas to keep our community active and healthy. If you have a dynamic speaker you would like us to consider, contact Rita Menet.

Aquatic and Fitness Center Advisory Muriel DeLaVergne-Brown 541-999-4018 muriel@phaspirations.com First Wed., 11 am, WC1

The AFC Committee is looking forward to this next year and welcoming new members. Returning committee members are Joe Triglio, Don Wheeler, Dave Goodman, Ken Schriner, and Muriel DeLaVergne-Brown as Chair. Welcome new members Joe Polach, Gerald Christensen, Renee Steinmetz, and Board Member Tod Milton. Lonnie Davis is our staff liaison. Our first meeting will be Monday, September 4, 11 am, WC1.

We had a very productive year in 2023-2024 and are looking forward to 2024-2025. Happy fall.

Architectural Inspection Group Conveyance Coordinator Lisa Orach 520-917-8072, scoroval@ciramail.com Meet fourth Wed., 2 pm Summer Hiatus

Things have certainly changed in the housing market in the past year. What has not changed much is the value of homes in Sun City Oro Valley. This is due in large part to individuals taking pride in their homes and property. Keeping your home and yards looking good is not easy. It takes commitment and resources. If there is something on the outside of your home you are considering doing, please be sure to check with the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) for any required approvals. Not only will they ensure that the project is done to current standards, but you won’t be surprised when it is time to sell your home and the required inspection is done. The time spent getting approval will be well worth it.

Architectural Review Committee Dennis Bell 408-476-8291 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Meetings: second and fourth Tue., 2 pm

Let’s talk about walls and fences. For privacy and protection our Master Declaration (M.D.) and Development Standards (D.S.) allow walls and fences, subject to ARC approval before installation. There are limits. Walls in front courtyards are limited to a height of 3 feet 6 inches; on the sides or rear the limit is 6 feet. Walls must also use approved masonry or be covered with stucco painted to match the house. Fences have the same height limits as walls and must be selected from approved ornamental iron types painted the approved weathered brown color. There are more details, which you can find in the M.D. and D.S. documents. Start your submittal for any new or changed wall/fence on the suncityorovalley.com website. Contact our Architectural Coordinator, Katy Mosier (520) 917-8058 with any questions.

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Code of Conduct Review Board Chair Marlene Branz 618-670-1063 conduct@suncityorovalley.com

The Code of Conduct Review Board Policy BOD-034 has been revised to reflect the evolution of the Boards’ first year of operation. The purpose of this Board policy is to investigate complaints filed by members. To file a complaint, look in the Members’ section of the SCOV website. You can find the Code of Conduct in the Owners and Resident Handbook page 5.

Issues not covered by the Code of Conduct Review Board process include law enforcement issues, SCOV Facebook posts, ARC issues and any conduct outside of SCOV boundaries. SCOV Clubs are encouraged to have their own Code of Conduct enforcement processes.

Community Directory Chair Blythe Campbell scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory Consumer Referral - Vendor List Diane Sala scovconsumerservices@gmail.com Finance-Budget Finance and Budget Committee, Ronna Heinig, 815-762-2265 scov.ronna.heinig@ gmail.com Food and Beverage Janet Keller 719-510-7004 jkeller527@comcast.net Meetings first Tue., Activity Center (subject to change) Friends of the Library Co-Pres. Peggy Smith peggy@buteos.net Co-Pres. Carol Zinsli czinsli@comcast.net Vice-Chair: Evelyn McCarthy ejm231@yahoo.com Treasurer and Membership: Claire Wendt claire.wendt@gmail.com

A talented group of our Sun City Variety Theatre has been rehearsing this summer to present a Staged Reading of a play sponsored by author Louise Penny. They are donating their time and talents with all proceeds from ticket Electric Bike to be raffled off sales going to our Library. The performances will be November 2 and 3 with Friends of the Library (FOL) members getting a reduced rate. FOL members will also get the chance to win a copy of the new Louise Penny book.

If you’ve been thinking of purchasing an electric bike this coming holiday, take a chance on the bike raffle we are running for the Library. Raffle tickets will be available October 14 to November 9 with the bike being on display from November 4 to 9. More information on both these events will be coming.

“Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.” – Mason Coole

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Gift Shop Chair Maxine Yunker 970-691-7990 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop Hours: Sep.-May, Mon.-Fri., 10 am-4 pm, Sat., 10 am-1 pm Jun.-Aug., Mon.-Sat., 10 am-1 pm www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop

September begins the return of our seasonal residents as well as cooler air. The Gift Shop welcomes you back.

Featured this month are Pat Bloom and Charlene Meyers.

Charlene has had a varied career as an entrepreneur.

First, a catering business in PA for 17 years, then moving to Hawaii where her photography hobby turned into a business. In 2020, her newest hobby is fused glass, specializing in ruffled vases, pocket wall vases and creating items using plants that she has dried and covered in fine glass before being fired. Pat got hooked on clay when she took a class in sculpture. “I liked the creativity of working with clay and that led to slab and wheel work. It is a never-ending process that you can get lost in for hours. “I like knowing my functional pottery can be put in the microwave, oven and dishwasher safely.”

Mark your calendars for bargains galore at our first Monday Madness sale of the season including jewelry, wood, fused glass, pottery, fabrics, cards and much more. We set up in front of the Gift Shop. This is an easy and convenient way to shop while supporting your resident artists and local charities. We hope to see you.

Government Affairs Chair Earl Vittitoe 309-360-1601 scovga@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 pm, WC1 www.suncityorovalley.com/committees/government-affairs/ Long Range Planning Chair Joy Huxtable 520-548-2653 jhuxtablescov@gmail.com Following the May 8 meeting the LRPC will be on hiatus until October 9 Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Loan Room Carolyn Carson Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 am www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/

The Loan Room is open year-round, 8-9 am Tuesdays and Thursdays. We will be glad to help you decide what medical equipment you might need for upcoming surgery, but we also have extra tables and chairs for parties that still need to be inside due to the heat. Our children’s items are more available this time of the year, and we have rollaway beds and mattresses for your out of town guests. The web site has pictures of our inventory, but you are also welcome to visit us and we will show you around. Thank you for supporting your Loan Room.

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Neighborhood Pride Teresa Deuel Covenants Coordinator 520-917-8087 scoroval@ciramail.com First Wed., Noon, WC3 Summertime Happenings Monsoon season is almost gone, but…….

The monsoon rains arrived, bringing a wave of weeds.

Stay alert for desert broom and spurge and make sure to remove them early. It’s crucial to be proactive about the weeds in your yard. With the summer rains here, trees are growing more. Remember to trim tree branches to at least seven feet above sidewalks to prevent obstruction for pedestrians and maintain visibility for stop signs at intersections. Most bean pods have dropped and should be cleared from your yard.

Is your house number hidden by plants? In case of an emergency, it’s important that your address is easily visible.

For safety reasons, please trim any foliage that may be covering your house numbers so they can be seen from the street.

Our committee wants to express a sincere thank you to all the residents who consistently work hard to maintain their yards throughout the year, especially during the hot summer months. Keep up the great work.

Posse Chair Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 posse@5LP.com No meetings May-October www.scovaz.com/members/committees/posse

There are many residents that do not have their phone numbers listed in the Posse reverse directory. As a result, there is no way for us to contact you if your garage door is open or if we notice something suspicious that you should be aware of at your home. Please contact Blythe Campbell at scov.communitydirectory@gmail.com to give her your information. Let her know if you do not want to have your information published online.

If you have need to contact the administration after hours to report an issue, like broken irrigation in a common area that needs immediate attention, call the After-Hours Emergency number 520-825-1161.

The Posse is looking for volunteers. Call Chair Linda Simōn at 520-789-7169 for information.

Properties Shorty Parson 520-275-8114 darrellj@comcast.net Third Thurs., 9 am, WC1

The Properties Committee had a very successful special meeting in July to continue to work on the new solar project.

The committee worked on the presentation for Dale Foster to present to the Board of Directors. One of the secondary benefits will be finishing the covered parking area.

Tipster Editorial Co-Chair Karla Erdahl 480-205-1931 karrd.9@gmail.com Co-Chair Marsha Weese

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of guys. If you’d like to know more about joining our club, contact our membership chairman Ron Mitzel 402-694-9071 or grandparon48@outlook.com.

Golfing experience that provides professional and friendly service, mountain views and excellent conditions.

Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086

Director of Golf Maintenance - Michael Kropf mkropf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063

September is the time of year that golf course maintenance shifts its priorities. Instead of trying to grow healthy Bermuda grass on the tees and fairways, the focus changes to slowing down the Bermuda grass in preparation for overseeding. Healthy Bermuda grass provides a great seed bed for the germinating ryegrass seed versus a thin stand of Bermuda grass that exposes the seed to heat and a lack of moisture. However, if the Bermuda grass is still rapidly growing while the ryegrass is trying to establish it will out-compete the new seedlings and cause the ryegrass canopy to thin out.

Bermuda grass growth is slowed down in several ways.

Fertilization is stopped on fairways and tees around the first week of August. Mowers are vertically mowing to thin the canopy which slows the rapid growth and density. Growth regulators are applied that limit excess growth as well. The week prior to overseeding another growth regulator is applied that puts the Bermuda grass into a state of dormancy.

This allows the mowers to scalp the Bermuda grass down so the ryegrass seed can better enter the canopy and eventually germinate.

This summer the collars around the greens were mowed at rough height instead of fairway height. Golfers were complaining about the balls rolling off the greens especially in the winter when the Bermuda grass goes dormant. Hopefully, the taller grass has helped resolve that problem. With the Bermuda grass still not healthy enough to be overseeded and successfully transitioned back to Bermuda grass, the collars are not going to be overseeded this year.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Kevin Devaney 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com Membership Ron Mitzel 402-694-9071 grandparon48@outlook.com Play Wed. am

After our club event in late July, we celebrated with three of our members who each recently made a hole-in-one. Congratulations to Steve Latusek, Pete DenBoer and Bill Cocanour for that “1” on their scorecards. This calendar year, our members have made nine aces in league play through July , more than one per month. At this pace we should have a few more coming up. Who will be next?

We’ll have two events in September before the overseeding. Our club will resume league play right after The Views Golf Club reopens in October.

We have more than 140 members, and it is a great bunch

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Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Tod Milton 520-256-0962 theodore.r.milton@gmail.com

In a couple of weeks, the course will close for overseeding. Then on October 10 the 9 Hole League will open its first league game of the new season. We will be driving on cart path only for a couple of weeks, but we can all do that to get back in the swing.

The picture this month is to remind all of us that it does occasionally get somewhat chilly in southern Arizona so begin pulling your winter golf paraphernalia out of storage to get ready, and be well dressed like the golfer pictured.

Our first league meeting and bash is Thursday November 14, around 11 am so mark your calendars.

If you have not joined the league, please do so during the first week of October and come and play. We are looking forward to a great season. And remember, “Half the time, twice the fun.”

The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Pattie Shock VP Claudia Svarstad csvarstad1@gmail.com 303-594-8027 Play Tue. am

Our winter season begins November 5 and ends in late April. Last year, several new members joined our league and had great experiences. If you’d like to make some new friends, have fun competitively and enjoy the great Pictured are the Golden Canyon Players game of golf, please join our league this winter.

Our regular play day is Tuesday. Our max course handicap is 40 for members, and the membership fee is $35. The handicap fee is $40. We also offer a great new member orientation program.

You will enjoy our special tournaments: the Solheim Cup, the President’s Cup, the State Medallion and the Club Championship.

There are opportunities to play competitively at other clubs in the area, as well. Please see the photo of our ladies enjoying Gold Canyon last summer. Resident Guest rates are available for league play. Registration begins in October.

Claudia Svarstad, Membership Chair 303-594-8027.

The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club .

Pres. Renee Romano romano.renee@gmail.com 217-722-1072 Membership Sally Cherner sallysamc@aol.com 617-388-2251 Play Thu.

We’re playing fun golf all summer on Thursday mornings.

Ice cream socials once a month help you meet everyone. If you want to join us, call Sally (see above).

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Coming Events Convenient community restaurant, lounge and terrace offering an enjoyable experience in food, drinks and entertainment.

Food & Beverage Management Team Sandy Wilson, Food & Beverage Director swilson@suncityorovalley.com 520-825-3277

As we approach the final month of Sandy’s Summer Happy Hour Menu, we’re excited to introduce our new fall menu, boasting a wide range of delicious dishes and refreshing drinks for every palate. Our talented chef has crafted a menu that blends traditional favorites with new creations, all while maintaining our high standards of taste and quality.

With the holiday season fast approaching, we’re excited to offer our catering services for any type of event. Our experienced chef can accommodate a wide range of cuisines and dietary preferences, and we offer flexible options for catering at your home or any of our approved locations. Let us help make your holiday celebration a memorable one with our exquisite catering services.

Community Foundation

Pres. Chuck Rommell 520-850-8910 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 pm, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org

From the smallest seed in the desert, beauty is produced for us enjoy as well as for the creatures and habitat nourishment. We all benefit from the small seeds.

The Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation is very similar. Thanks to the generous donations of seeds from our residents, your Foundation has made almost two million dollars in grants since its founding in 1998.

Be it the beauty of lights at Christmas, music from the grand piano in the auditorium, large-print books in the library, financial support for area food banks, cancer research, wheels for kids, dolls and clothing for victims of domestic abuse, assisting residents with tax returns or domestic issues, equipment and supplies for over 75 clubs and activities, and the list continues. In addition, the habitat of our community is better as a result of sponsorship of Dispose-A-Med and paper shredding days. We can’t forget The Bistro, thanks to a generous estate gift to the Foundation.

During the November fund drive, or anytime, remember to include “seed” in your giving plan for the Foundation.

Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation is independent from SCOV, both financially and operationally.

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Items included in this section must be open to all residents and be either sponsored by the Association or be an annual club event of interest to the entire community. Check the website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.

September 2-14, 10 am- 4pm 50 Businesses in 50 Years Shop OV Campaign The Gift Shop was selected to participate in the “Shop Oro Valley Campaign.” Visit the Gift Shop and enter into the raffle sponsored by Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce to encourage shopping at local Oro Valley businesses. On September 14 a winner will be announced. Prizes include a stay at El Conquistador, tickets to Tohono Chul Gallery and Bistro, gift cards to Noble Hops, Tucson Cactus and Koi, and more.

One entry per person, please.

Tuesday, September 3, 3 pm Lecture Featuring Gregory McNamee Tuesday, September 3, 3 pm, Auditorium, a complimentary lecture featuring Gregory McNamee will be offered. McNamee, a prolific writer, editor, photographer, and publisher has authored 45 books and numerous articles and publications. The lecture will cover work of poets, writers and Native American folktales accompanied by a slideshow of art and photography. You can reserve a seat on the website under Members > Member Services > SCOV events starting August 20, 12 pm. Hungry Kepuha, A Taste of Guam food truck will be in the parking lot of the Activities Center from 11 am-3 pm. There will be delicious food available for purchase, so swing by for lunch or pick up an early dinner. Limited tables and chairs will be offered for your convenience. We hope to see you there.

Monday, September 9, 10 am SCOV Gift Shop Monday Madness Sale Mark your calendars for bargains galore at our first Monday Madness sale of the season including jewelry, wood, fused glass, pottery, fabrics, cards, and much more. We set up in front of the Gift Shop. This is an easy and convenient way to shop while supporting your resident artists and local charities. Fill out a Raffle entry sponsored by the OV Chamber of Commerce for a chance to win prizes.

Tuesday, September 10, 5 pm First Annual Puzzle Competition The first annual puzzle competition will be held by SCOV Tuesday, September 10, 5 pm, Auditorium.

Participation fee is $20 pp, and teams of two will have the opportunity to compete for the chance to win $40 gift cards to The Views Restaurant, as well as select a puzzle to keep. Each team will have three hours to complete a 1000-piece puzzle in order to claim the prize. You can purchase tickets on the website under Members > Member Services >SCOV Events starting August 13.

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Thursday, September 12 , 6 pm Trivia Night Join us for $2 pp Trivia Thursday, September 12, 6 pm, AC/Kiva. Teams of four will compete for the chance to win gift cards to The Views Restaurant. You can BYOB or stop by the Bistro for refreshments.

Thursday, September 19 , 7 pm OSIRIS-Apophis Explorer Mission The Astronomy Club will be hosting Dr. Bashar Rizk to present “OSIRIS-Apophis Explorer Mission: Close-up of an Asteroid.” Dr. Rizk is the Lead Instrument Scientist for the Camera Suite Apophis Explorer Missions. He will share with us the goals of this mission and some of the advanced technology to be used to study the asteroid Apophis. In 2029, will be the largest object to closely approach Earth in recorded history (about 1/10 the distance of the moon to Earth). This free event is open to everyone, Thursday, September 19 7 pm, in the Navajo Room.

Monday, September 30, 6 pm Wonka Free Movie SCOV is providing a complimentary screening of the film Wonka Monday, September 30, 6 pm, Auditorium. Wonka is a 2023 musical fantasy comedy-drama that narrates the backstory of Willy Wonka, a young aspiring magician, inventor, and chocolatier who embarks on a journey to establish his own chocolate shop at the Galeries Gourmet. Starting Monday, September 2, you can reserve a seat on the SCOV website under Members > Member services > SCOV Events.

Workshops and Classes Online advance registration is required for all classes at www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities. Check www. suncityorovalley.com for current information.

There is a $2 fee per class. Currently, punch passes must be purchased online: $20 for 10 classes or an annual pass for $300. You can register for classes and purchase passes at www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/fitness Class descriptions are online at www.suncityorovalley.com/ amenities-facilities//. Questions, call Lonnie 520-917-8073.

Aqua Zumba®: Tue., 1-2 pm, AFC Pool Balance Class: Mon.,10:30-11:30 am, AFC Chair Balance Class: Fri., 10:30 am-11:30 am, AC/Kiva returns Oct. Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 am, Sat. 9-10 am, CV Cardio Core Fusion: Tue., Thu., 5:30-6:30 pm, AFC return Oct. Core Conditioning: Wed., 3, AFC return Oct Slow Flow Yoga: Tue., Thu., 6:45-7:45 pm, AFC return Oct. Sweat & Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 am, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 am, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 am, Thu., 4-5 pm, AFC For one-on-one personal training, call Ray Jerkins 520-907-2338 for an appointment.

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Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Class Learn to use this life-saving machine at a class offered Wednesday, September 25, 1:30 pm, WC1. Contact Lonnie Davis t520-917-8073 or ldavis@suncityorovalley.com to make a reservation for this class

Community Support Groups

Active Health-Sponsored Support Groups The groups listed here are coordinated by the SCOV Active Health Committee. Contact Nancy Bulinski 559-676-2666 nancybulinski@gmail.com with questions.

Brain Health Circle Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Meetings will resume in November Cancer Support Sandie Roberts 847-525-9239 sjrbrokeress@aol.com Third Tue., 4 pm, WC2

Caregivers of Loved Ones with Cognitive Loss Mary Nowotny 970-764-7856 mnowotny13@gmail.com Next meeting will be in November.

Diabetes Support Circle Bill Bable 520-639-8845 wcbcfp33@gmail.com First Mon., 3:30 pm, Catalina Vista Grief Support Jane Krabbeler 520-500-3352 JKrabbeler@gmail.com Next meeting is Friday, September 13, 2-3 p.m., Activity Center/Kiva

Are you grieving? Kind and caring people are here for you.

We invite you to join The Sun City Grief support group. You do not have to do it alone.

Our first meeting of the season will be Friday, September 13, 2-3 pm, AC Kiva.

Support Group for the Visually Impaired Judi Peterson 815-222-4754 Raven 505-469-7505, sivaraven@gmail.com Summer hiatus

Our mission is to provide mutual support and resource sharing in a positive environment. Participants share a wide variety of resources and strategies that help them continue living independently despite diminishing vision. We welcome people who are visually impaired to any degree, as well as interested, supportive people.

Please join us. Come or call Judi or Raven for more information or questions.

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In Memoriam Gerald Hrdy - July 1 Lesley Horsfall - July 5 Ronald Allen - July 10 Pamela Asbell - August 8

Clubs Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Art League Pres. Susan Taylor 719-205-6262 SusanCarolTaylor@aol.com

The Activity Center’s Art Sales continues through October 1 with much activity and interest. Thank you to all artists who have participated and to residents who have visited and shopped.

“Iris in the Spring” by artist Sue Peoples.

Bark Carving John Johnston 520-274-9888 johnjohnston@xplornet.com Tue., 1-3 pm, Sat., 9-11 am, Artisan Center/Lapidary

Carvers join together to carve cottonwood bark and various other woods.

We welcome all new carvers, whether you are experienced or would just like to learn. We even have tools you can borrow while you give it a try. There are fewer carvers from May to October, but we will still welcome you and can get you started.

Japanese Flower Arranging Instructor Donald Marier 612-757-8373 dolmar21@gmail.com Jan.-Apr., Second and Fourth Mon., 2-4 pm, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge Practice Nicole Laing 541-740-9688 moongazer45@gmail.com May; Oct.-Nov. Second and Fourth Mon., 2-4 pm, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge Colored Pencil Plus Co-leader Bette McGrath 815-347-4282 Co-leader Cathy Harrison 303-968-5545 Fri., 9 am-Noon, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Colored Pencil art is enjoyable, easy to learn and very portable. The Art room is open year-round. As October approaches, many people return, and Friday mornings are filled with artists working on colored pencil or scratch-board art. Please join us.

If you have questions, contact one of the co-leaders.

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Clay Pres., Mary Murck 612-205-0084 mmurck@earthlink.net www.scovclayclub.com

Dirty kiln shelves can be a problem when firing glazed pieces. Loose pieces of fired clay can become airborne, fly around in the kilns then possibly stick to pieces being fired.

How does the Clay Club keep those kiln shelves so clean? Due to the diligent efforts of our members, the shelves are treated with a kiln wash and if needed, are sanded and ground down to remove bits of melted glaze.

Applying kiln wash helps our pieces from sticking to the shelf if there are any drips from the glazes.

Sara Harney is pictured applying kiln wash. Other members completing this task are Kevin Harney, Bob Arms and Marti Friday.

Our next general meeting will be Thursday, September 5,1 pm, Activity Center/Kiva. This will be our first meeting since May, so many different topics will be discussed. Please join us.

Gourd Art Susan Potter 253-722-4295 Mon., 1-4 pm, Fri., 9 am-Noon, Lapidary Room September sees the gourd club members anticipating the return of our seasonal residents bringing with them new ideas, new conversations and new projects. This is the perfect time to stop by the Lapidary Room at the Artisan Center to see our SCOV artisans at work and tour our Gourd room. Our members are always willing to help both newcomers and seasoned artists as well. We have everything you need to get started. You might be inspired to join us.

Knit and Crochet Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069 janemail11@yahoo.com Mon., 2:30-4:30 pm, Activity Center/Hohokam

If you have a knit or crochet project or would like to learn to crochet plastic bags into sleeping mats, come join us.

An ongoing group project is making crocheted sleeping mats out of plastic shopping bags. You can participate in this project by cutting the plastic bags into strips, stringing them into plastic yarn (plarn) and crocheting them into mats.

We are temporarily suspending bag donations because we have collected enough bags to supply us for the next An example of a sleeping mat few months. We are grateful for all crocheted from plastic bags. the bags that SCOV residents have donated for the homeless sleeping mat project over the past several years. We will resume collecting later in the year.

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Modelers Pres. Doug Scrimshaw 509 868 1338 dougscrimshaw@outlook.com 2nd Fri., 9 am, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge; 4 Fri., 9 am, Modelers Room www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers

Pictured is the F-100 Super Saber stored and displayed at the Pima Air and Space Museum. We have members who are docents at the museum who have flown this aircraft and will provide us with monthly updates.

Our member pilot has promised to give us a talk on this aircraft in the near future. We have a scale model of this aircraft in the modeler’s room.

We have two meetings a month with lots of sharing, conversation and donuts. Non-members are welcome to attend.

See meetings above.

Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 carolm93@comcast.net Tues., Wed., Thu. and Sat. 9 am-1 pm, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

As a member of Open Studio Artists, you have several options to display your art. The Activity Center is the main venue. With the added attraction of the Bistro, many residents will be able to view your art. During the months of November and December, Open Studio Artists and Colored Pencil Plus will be the featured artists in the Activity Center.

Vistoso Photo Pres. Wayne Widener 520-730-7037 Club information www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com Club photos at https://tinyurl.com/VPC-Photos

Summer break is over and we will be getting back together Wednesday, September 25, 6 pm, Catalina Vista. Our event that night will be a friendly photo challenge with a professional photographer making “Seaside” by Jim Chinnis suggestions on how to improve your photos. If you are not a member, please come as our guest.

We are a small group of residents who like taking photos and sharing them with our friends. We use all kinds of cameras from cell phone cameras to DSLR and mirrorless, and we take photos of everything from stars to starfish.

See our website for a membership form.

Sculpture Dale Foster 520-825-0707 fosterdale1248@gmail.com Mon., 9 am-5 pm, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The Sculpture Club meets on Mondays in Catalina Vista/ Art Studio. If you are interested in becoming a member or learning more about our club, stop in or contact Dale Foster. Our sculpture pieces are in the glass case and art room window inside Catalina Vista, a showcase outside of the library and inside the library.

Coni Arseneau created the two masks in the picture using a different finish on each one.

A piece of cardboard that protected a piece of furniture in shipping was used as the armature. Coni uses a flat- black matte acrylic paint as the foundation prior to applying the finish. The mask on the left was painted with various colors of metallic acrylic paint. The mask on the right was finished with a metallic wax paste, which is generally applied using an amount on the finger rubbing it over the object. Coni used a paintbrush to apply the wax.

Seniors for Kids Co-Pres. Sue Watkins 206-819-2382 suewatk@smwireless.net Co-Pres. Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Sewing/Crafting, Mon., 1-3 pm, and Wed., 9 am-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Wooden toy making, various times, Artisan Center/Wood Shop Business meetings, first Thu., 8-9 am, Catalina Vista; no meetings May-Sep. SFK is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization

We support the Sunrise House Family Resource Center. This is part of the Baboquivari Unified School District on the Tohono O’odham Nation at Sells, Arizona. The Sunrise House Family Resource center provides solutions for many of the challenges students and their families face. They are dedicated to helping families help themselves and are committed to increasing parental involvement and community participation in the educational process. Services provided include a food pantry, parenting education information and referral and McKinney-Vento homeless support. Last Christmas, when SFK supplied numerous support items to the Sunrise House, the count of homeless kids on the reservation was nearing 300. Clothing, shoes, socks, toys, pajamas, hats, mittens and quilts are always welcome.

Next month, we will highlight Family First Pregnancy Center located in Oracle. Thank you for all the great support the SCOV community gives to the deserving causes.

We are definitely a thoughtful and kind community.

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SCOV Name Tags Name tags with our logo are $ 12.50 each. The order form is available at scovaz.com.

Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.

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Membership: Kathy Foster 208-660-3936 Room and Pfaff training: Carol Myers 715-754-2824 and Mary Jo Miller 701-641-3141 Monitor training: Georgine Smith 574-329-0330 Pres. Sue Karstad 503-531-0622

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Pet Beds

Casa Amigas

Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 Sewing machine orientation Lesley Monroe 509-947-5669, Mary Jo Miller 701641-3141 Mon. and Thu., 9 am-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Room

Summer is a quiet time in SCOV, but the sewing room is still active. Recently one of our members made a trip to Sells, Arizona on the Tohono O’odham reservation to deliver blankets made from fleece squares, walker bags, bags of used clothing and shoes, children’s pajamas and sleep sacks.

Besides what was provided by Casa Amigas, there is a desperate need for blankets, bedspreads and comforters in Sells. If anyone has any of these items to donate, please bring them to the sewing room.

Cheer Bears

Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Wed., 1-3 pm, Artisan Center/Sewing

Cheer Bears is on the march. We meet every Wednesday from 1-3 pm and laugh a lot. We have been keeping are on track for the year’s expected output of 500-plus bears helping children and adults with their cuddling arms. If you are looking for a place to cool down this summer, find a place at our table. It is only hot getting there.

We are looking for donations of flannel and stuffing. If you have any in your closet not being used, we would sure like to meet you.

Machine Embroidery

Co-Leader Mary Jo Miller 701-641-3141, Co-Leader Sue Devaney 847-997-3989 Training Coordinator Karin Frohlich 520-612-7379 4D Computer Training Debra Dirks 520-825-2248 www.facebook.com/groups/SCOVMachineEmb/ Third Tue., 1:30 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts

Coni Arseneau 217-398-1416 coniarseneau@gmail.com Carrie Wiley 360-734-5952 ecwiley@gmail.com Tue., 9-11 am, Artisan Center/Sewing www.scovhookers.weebly.com

The Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts group meets Tuesdays, 9-11 am, Sewing Room. The group provides materials and instruction for those interested in learning hooking.

If you think you might be interested in learning to rug hook, you might ask yourself the following questions. Do you like working with your hands? Do you have the patience to finish a project? Are your hands capable of handling repetitive motions/movements? Can you sit for a couple hours with a project in your lap doing The start of a punch the same motion repeatedly? If you anneedle 16x48 table swer yes to these questions, you should runner by Coni Arseneau. give hooking a try. Hooking is easy to learn. Probably the most difficult part for beginners is learning to control the tension and maintaining a consistent height of the loop. Come give it a try.

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Jan Bohe 520-825-9725 Tue., 1-3 pm, Artisan Center/Sewing

It gives me a good feeling when my van is full of pet beds we made here to distribute to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona. The workers at the Humane Society are always glad to help bring them into the facility and are grateful for the beds for their yet-to-be-adopted dogs and cats. If you haven’t seen how nice they are and how cheerful everybody is that makes them, I invite you to come to the Sewing Room any Tuesday afternoon 1-3 pm,.

Quilters

Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Our bi-monthly quilt meeting will begin Tuesday, September 10, 1 pm, Desert Oasis. We have had an eventful summer with informal gatherings every Tuesday with members giving mini-workshops and demos each week. A September meeting will be held with the quilt club shifting from its informal meetings to a more structured agenda. A request will be made for volunteers to form a nominating committee to select a president (or co-presidents), a program chair and other positions in the group. Some members have already stepped up to help such as a quilt show chair, secretary, and treasure table chairs. The new officers will take over in January 2025.

Show ‘n Share Leader Deb Wehrung 267-377-6760 debwehrung@gmail.com Every Fri., 9 am-Noon, Catalina Vista

If you have a craft that you started and need to finish, bring it to Show ‘n Share. You will be amazed how the opportunity to put aside up to three hours each week can get that project finished. Our group will inspire, encourage and help you to accomplish your goal. Come as a visitor, join as a new friend.

Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Ric Raynor 520-528-1060 Raynorrtr@gmail.com Summer Shop hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-12:30 pm

There are opportunities available, but due to a busy life, you may not have been taking advantage of them.

If you’ve been procrastinating; set clear goals, create a schedule, prioritize your task, eliminate distractions, seek support, and reflect on your Summer isn’t keeping these success. There’s still time to ladies from coming in. work in the shop before it gets too chaotic. We’d love to have you back.

ON THE COVER Breathtaking Clouds Photo by

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Stained/Fused Glass Pres. Jo Anne Bowman 520-441-9229 scovglassclub@gmail.com Studio Manager Byron Wolffing 520-284-7889 wolffing5@gmail.com Open to members 8 am-9 pm www.scovglassclub.weebly.com

We offer many classes for all skill levels. All classes are geared toward teaching new techniques for working with glass. We even offer a “Surprise Class” in which the student signs up for a class, not knowing what the project is until they get there. This is always a fun class for everyone. As we think about the holidays and gifts, we have even been offering an ornament class.

Pictured is instructor JoAnne BowInstructor JoAnne Bowman shows man showing class members an the “River Plate” to be made. example of a river plate they will be making. Although everyone is given the same instructions, each student will design their piece using their own creativity. Or, they can copy the instructor’s pattern. It is amazing the different designs created. Stop by the studio and sign up for the Beginning Fused Glass class.

Hope to see you in the studio soon.

Woodworking Pres. Claudia Case cjcase@gmail.com VP Karen Curry 708-822-3057 kindheart77@att.net Next meeting Thu., Oct 10, 9 am, Location WC3 www.scovwoodworkingclub.com

The time is approaching when seasonal club members will be returning, and the lazy days of summer in the woodshop will become a crowded, busy place again. So while it is relatively quiet, we are recommending that all members re-familiarize themselves with rules and procedures the club has put into place for their safety as well as to ensure the proper care and use of the equipment. Most of that information is at: www.scovwoodworkingclub.com/safety.html and www.scovwoodworkingclub.com/shop-rules-and-procedures.html.

Also, many of the machines have safety and operating instructions specific to the machine posted near the machine, and the www.scovwoodworkingclub.com/equipment.html page leads to more information about individual machines.

Our bylaws have been changed, so it is important to check them at www.scovwoodworkingclub.com/bylaws.html. We hope everyone will work safe, smart, and realize full enjoyment of the woodshop and the equipment.

Wood Carving Dick Minch, 262-547-5651, minch11864@msn.com Lapidary/Artisan, Saturday 9 am-Noon

The summer heat is on, so join us as we carve in the airconditioned Lapidary room. If woodcarving is new to you and you would like to explore it, stop by and one of us would be happy to assist you with any questions and allow you to try to make a few chips. Contact Dick and he will set you up with a carver mentor as you embark on this fascinating hobby.

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Continuing Education Astronomy Pres. Helen Salvay 520-990-8989 scovastronomy@gmail.com Third Thu., 7 pm, Sep.-May, Activity Center/Navajo www.scovastronomy.weebly.com

Thursday, September 19, 7 pm, Activity Center, Dr. Bashar Rizk will present, “OSIRIS-Apophis Explorer Mission: Close-up of an Asteroid.” On April 2029, its orbit will bring it closer to Earth than the moon or our highest-altitude satellites. NASA’s Center for Image Credit: NASA/Caltech/JPL Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) computes orbits of objects to support NASA’s Planetary Defense Coordination Office, and has ruled out any Earth-impact risk by this asteroid for at least the next 100 years. This free event is open to everyone.

To join the Astronomy Club, please send $12/household to Sherwin Koopmans, Treasurer, 14180 N Alyssum Way. Astronomy Club members please mark your calendars for Stars & Pizza in the golf course parking lot Tuesday, October 8, 6 pm. The pizza will precede a night sky session conducted by Will and Katelyn Clodfelder, who each have BS degrees from The University of Arizona in astronomy, and who started the business Stars on Wheels. Email Steve Nash at snashmd1@yahoo.com for free reservations.

Bible Studies Men’s Bible Study

Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:15 am, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

The Men’s Bible Study group will resume meetings on Tuesday October 1. The group meets every Tuesday morning 7:15 am in the Catalina Vista. Following the study, the group has fellowship and breakfast at The Views. If you are interested, we welcome you to join us.

Women’s Bible Study

Pres. Elaine Farmer 253-318-0018 elaineruth@gmail.com Sec. Faith Heitmann 208-750-5886 quincie51@gmail.com Oct.-May, Wed., 8:50 am, WC3 Books Great Books

Pres. Barbara Gates 302-354-6615 VP Maryfaith Fox 612-414-7789 maryfaith.fox@gmail.com

Oct.-Apr., First and Third Wed., 2 pm, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon October is around the corner, seasonal residents will start to gather again to discuss challenging ideas raised by selections from a range of classic and contemporary authors. We will be continuing our readings from Great Conversations 4, a publication of the Great Books Foundation. Our October 2 reading is a short story by Jewish Brazilian writer Clarice Lispector, may cause us to consider our reactions to human differences and our conceptions of the past. Newcomers always welcome; contact Maryfaith.

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Not So Silent Book Club

Tammy Barnett 530-228-0214 tammypbarnett@sbcglobal.net Second Sun., 2:30-4 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

New members are always welcomed to check out our book club. Members take a turn sharing about a book they are reading, or have recently read. There will be a diverse genre of books that get discussed. Quite often, members bring books that they want to loan or just give away. So come join us this month. Meet some new folks, and enjoy hearing about new and interesting books to read. We meet the second Sunday of the month, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo room.

Email either Tammy Barnett, tammypbarnett@sbcglobal.net or Karen Washabau, kfwashabau@gmail.com.

Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10 am-noon, call for location or invitation to Zoom Poets are observers of the world around them as well as the interior world of their personal experiences and emotions.

Composing poems about life’s trials can often be cathartic.

Poets Corner member Christa Lubatkin has been unafraid to express every aspect of what she has been experiencing, using a host of poetic metaphors and provides inspiration to others unwilling or unable to write or even speak about their problems.Newcomers are always welcome to join the group via Zoom.The following selection is an excellent example and offers exactly what the title promises:

Sun City Vistoso Genealogical Society Pres. Mary Barr 520-904-1255 vmbarr@gmail.com General meetings Oct.-May, Second Tue., 1-3 pm, Navajo/Hohokam Special activities June-Sep., scvgs.org Lab in Welcome Center - access year round

The Genealogy Club is sponsoring an Open House, Thursday, September 26,1-3 pm, Genealogy Lab located in the Welcome Center. If you want to research your family tree or would like to see what resources are available you are welcome July Open House to come. One of our mentors will help you get started, so bring the information you already have.

The lab is available to members whenever the Welcome Center is open. We now have mentors available every Tuesday and Thursday, 1-3 pm, to answer questions as you continue your research.

Our monthly meetings resume Tuesday, October 8 with Genealogy Samplers. You will pick two topics and attend two half hour sessions. Topics are Genealogy Basics, Photos, Heraldry, Land Records, Wiki, and using AI for Genealogy Research.

ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Mary Lee Fitzgerald fitzgerald.marylee@gmail.com Registrar Barb Wetzstein kebara@me.com www.suncityilr.com

Thanks to so many Sun City residents who are registered for the fall courses and tours beginning October 1. We had an unprecedented response to the eleven courses–over 600 participants at press time. Four courses had to be relocated to larger spaces, and all five tours are fully booked. Continue to check our website for last minute openings in September.

Natural Health and Wellness Pres. Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 cell: 952-201-8667 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Third Wed., 3-4:30 pm, Catalina Vista

“Hope”. prayers in mid-air, waiting for answers a sparrow hungry for a worm a hand-full of stones wanting to be gold a well-wish on a card a scribble in the margins of his chart hope, lost and found and lost again a head held high a knee down, a diamond ring prancing tip-toes on a high wire hope is the struck match igniting my cold fire

SCOV Technology Club Pres. Leo Belardinelli 520-989-9314 Technology Club help desk 520-989-9314 scovtech@gmail.com Apple help 520-329-7661 Second Mon., 1 pm, Activity Center/Kiva www.scovcomputer.com

Writer’s Club Paul Mercer 847-977-7326 pawmerc@gmail.com Jon Russell 262-212-6540 jonrussell6@gmail.com Meetings resume October 4 We are on hiatus until October 4

Cultural & Social SCOV Charity Works Pres. Cathy Winje 847-636-1453 crew3310@aol.com VP Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Treas. Janet Nelson 914-907-4076 janetnelsondata@gmail.com Sec./Publicity Thelma LaFleur 847-641-0890 lafletj@mail.com Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-262-5477 jkhrdy2@outlook.com Sep.-Apr., Second Tue., 9 am, WC3

It is time to donate to the yearly boutique for Emerge Center for Domestic Abuse to be held October 26. Collection boxes will be out the last two weeks of September and the first two weeks of October at Catalina Vista, Desert Oasis and the fitness center. Please donate “gently loved” blouses, jackets, sweaters, purses, shoes, jewelry, hats and scarves and miscellaneous items. No men’s clothing, ladies’ dresses, skirts, pants or shorts please. If you have any new items such as household, sheet sets, new clothes or anything

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victims can use, email Cathy. We also need shopping bags with handles for the boutique. The first fall meeting is Tuesday, September 10, 9 am, Welcome Center, WC3. There will be three speakers from Emerge to provide information and answer questions. Emerge needs your help as government funds have been cut and they will run out of places to house abuse victims.

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Democratic Club Co-Chairs Linda Bretz and Mary Beth Livingston Treas. Evelyn Lathram scovdems@gmail.com, www.scovdems.com Second Sat., 1-2:30 pm, Hopi & Hohokam Rooms

Democratic Club has two important meetings this month Saturday, September 14, Hopi and Hohokam rooms. We’ll hear from Richard McAllister from the Citizens’ Climate Lobby about voting down the ballot.

Saturday, September 21, 3-5 Candidates: Johnson, Scott, pm, Native American rooms we will Hill, Nanos, Polacheck host a Candidate’s Open House, a free Wine and Cheese event to meet and greet most of the democratic candidates. Residents from all political parties are encouraged to hear from and question these candidates to help you make the most informed choices for the general election. Check our website for updates: www.ScovDems. com. Please RSVP to scovdems@gmail.com

Conscious Aging Pres. Phyllis Burks 520-245-2785 VP Marcia Biel-Hamilton 913-515-7940 SCOVConsciousAging@gmail.com Wed., 9 am-10:30 am, Activity Center/Navajo

Conscious aging is about the inner work of reorienting ourselves as we turn from our roles we assumed while managing careers and tending families, to turning inward and cultivating a deeper awareness of who we are now. Our goal is to discover Club Officers (left to right): Lauhow to face the known and rie, Marcia, Jill, Phyllis & Renee unknown challenges of aging. With the help of our community, we are pondering the questions: Who am I? What are my values? What do I believe? What matters most to me? This inner work is supported by mindful movement such as qigong, guided meditation, and book study, which draws from psychology, sociology, metaphysics, philosophy, and meditation. Conscious aging is about accepting who we are now. Our meetings consist of a short period of easy mindful movement, followed by guided meditation, and discussion. Please contact Phyllis for information, or email the club.

Creative Culinary Classes Club Linda Bretz, 520-668-4832, lindaebretz1@gmail.com

We are working on a design plan and cabinet pricing with Southwest Kitchen and Bath, with Home Depot for appliance pricing and configuration, and Cuisine Classic School for advice. Additional possibilities for kitchen use (like club parties) may be an option in the future. We will advise club members sometime in October of progress.

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Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Kris Sigford, 612-747-0487 Membership Jen Bleth, jableth@yahoo.com Club email scovff@gmail.com www.scovff.weebly.com Garden Club Pres. Marge Gustafson 760-989-1745 margustafson@gmail.com Co-VP Nancy Brown 520-979-2569 nancybro5@aol.com https://sites.google.com/view/scov-garden-club/home

Meetings second Tue., 1 pm, Auditorium, Oct.-Apr. Sun City Gleaners Sally Schuneman info@4sally.com SCOVgleaners.org Havurah David Smoler 520-818-7880 www.havurahscov.org

Havurah in Hebrew means friendship. We are a club that is inspired by Jewish traditions and culture. To that end, we hold holiday parties and dinners, brunches and a yearly member-only gala. You don’t have to be Jewish to join, and we promise a fun time for all. We had a great time at our summer movie night. Our new board is hard at work planning exciting programming for the fall, winter and spring.

Keep an eye on our website and the Tipster for details. Enjoy the season.

Investment Discussion Group Pres. Bruce Goslovich bruce@goslovichfc.com Mindfulness Meditation Club Pres. Terry Miller 914-255-1726, TMillerSCSU@aol.com Sec. Linda Bold lindabold6@gmail.com Tue., 3 pm, Catalina Vista/Art Studio or Patio: Wed., 3 pm Book Study, same place

The club’s usual format will begin late October. During the summer months, the meditation format is shortened to a 25-minute sitting and is peer-led without a formal bell or discussion, unless those present choose to do so. The group will meet outdoors when possible and indoors in the air-conditioned CV Art Studio as needed. Come for the wonderful experience of silent meditation with others. Calm your mind, reduce stress, and increase mindfulness. The summer contact email is sallysamc@aol.com

Sun City Performers Club Val Salwen 914-255-1726, valsalwen@gmail.com Kris Sigford 612-747-0487 raykris@aribo.com Workshop sessions, weekly, Sun., 3-5 pm, Catalina Vista Performers' showcase as scheduled

Spurge Reminder Please remove spurge from your yards. Spurge is a creeping, lowgrowing weed that is often found in the cracks of driveways and the gaps between the sidewalk and street. It also grows abundantly in river rock.

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Prepare & Share - Dinner Club Pres. Debbie Kotlarek dlkotlarek@gmail.com 262-899-5810 www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com

Members of the club enjoy getting to know some of their SCOV neighbors and friends who enjoy cooking and eating interesting food. Themed dinners take place December through March in member’s homes. Everyone brings part of the meal, so there is not a huge effort for the host. In July, we celebrated National Ice Cream Day with an ice cream social where ice cream and various topping flavors were offered.

We are looking forward to the October 19th Tailgate Party and the November 2nd Caribbean Vibes Kickoff Dinner.

If you have questions or would like information on joining contact Debbie Kotlarek at the email above.

Rainbow Club Loree Lindblom 763-228-3311 (text) abbypap0930@gmail.com Usually meet third Sun. 3-4:30 pm, contact Loree for details

This is a social club that celebrates the lives of LGBTQ people and their allies in SCOV. If you, a relative or friend identifies with this group, you are welcome here. Please text Loree your email address to be added to our newsletter list.

Dues are $10 pp. Our regular meeting/activity will typically be the third Sunday of every month. Information will be sent via newsletter, This Week in SCOV and the Tipster. We also meet for coffee at 10 am on the second Wednesday during even months and 4 pm happy hour at The Views Restaurant during odd months. Look for the rainbow flag at each event.

Republican Club Marilyn Rego 520-401-1263 mmrego14@gmail.com Second Mon., 3 pm, Catalina Vista

Be sure to put our Thursday September 9 meeting on your calendar as we will be viewing the documentary Government Gangsters: The Deep State, the Truth, and the Battle for Our Democracy based on the best-selling book written by Kash Patel, former Deputy Director of National Intelligence in the Trump Administration. The documentary is directed by Matthew Taylor and produced by Steve Bannon. Be prepared to stay a little longer than a regular meeting as the movie is about two hours in length. All are welcome to attend our meetings.

Scandinavian Heritage Club Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com Singles Clubs Active Solos Club

Leslie Fisher 520-955-4258 leslieafisher@yahoo.com www.scovsolos.com

We are an informal club, created to give unpartnered singles a chance to meet other singles and have fun together.

Happy hour gatherings are popular, and we also take member suggestions for things to do. The purpose is to get together and socialize. If you are an unpartnered single, we invite you to contact Leslie for more information.

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Pres, Marlene Bosworth 360-674-6718 Ticket sales Karen Knutson 520-825-4776 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 pm; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 pm

We welcome guests. First-time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities. Thursday, September 12, dinner will be provided for us in the Native American Rooms in the Activity Center. Social hour will be at 5:30 pm followed by dinner at 6 pm. Bring your own favorite beverage. Dinner will be provided by Catalina International Caterers. The menu will be chicken chipotle with raspberry sauce, wild rice, salad, fruit and dessert. Entertainment is David Rychener.

Our monthly luncheon will be held Wednesday September 18. Sign up at the dinner or call Janet Szumlas at 520-4250212. Friday, September 27, we will celebrate happy hour in the Native American Rooms in the Activity Center. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour will be at 5:30 pm followed by a light diner at 6 pm. Entertainment will be the Kactus Krooners (MIke Moyer). Ticket sales will be on Friday, September 6, from 10-11 am at the Desert Oasis. Dinner tickets are $25 pp and happy hour tickets are $15 PP. Checks only payable to Sun City Singles. For further information contact Eleanor Mishur at 520-818-3374.

Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-241-1215 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar., Apr. (Cinco de Mayo Fiesta) Meetings resume Monday, October 28, 7 pm, Catalina Vista

Our club will meet again Monday, October 28, 7 pm, Catalina Vista.

State Clubs Illinois Club

Judy Rigby 5204845223 rigby_judy@yahoo.co Women’s Action Group of Oro Valley (WAG OV) Coordinator Maureen Salz, 520-240-0049 (text preferred), mosalz@outlook.com

SCOV always comes through!

Water is something most people take for granted unless one is dying of thirst in the desert. Your generous donations saved lives and WAG is so grateful for all the contributions for No More Deaths and Humane Borders. Keep checking here for more ways we can all make a difference in the lives of others.

Staying in Charge as We Age Pres. Joan Partridge 505-920-7005 (text preferred) Joanpartridge@gmail.com Fourth Sun., 2 pm, Activity Center/Hopi For tours and resources: SCOVstayinginCharge.org

Our club’s residence tours this summer have been a great success. September 11, we conclude with a visit to Campana Del Rio on River Road. Sunday, September 22, 2 pm, Navajo Room, those who went on tours and others who may be considering a senior residence will get together to discuss and review the residences we toured. We discovered many differences between them. Some require buy-ins, some are simply monthly rentals. There are different meal plans, levels of care offered, and staffing variations. When you get to know the differences, you will learn what you prefer. You can plan in advance rather than choose hastily during an emergency, or even have someone else choose for you. Many

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residences exist that we did not visit. Should our club plan more tours through the winter? Come help us make a plan.

Sun City Variety Theatre Pres. Nancy Gilbertson Membership contact: Karen Alexander 909-379-8167 Oct.-Apr., Third Thu., 10:30 am, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

We are only three months away from our November production in collaboration with Friends of the Library. It will be great fun. More details will follow in October. If you need a costume for an upcoming event, check out the Costume Closet on Wednesday, September 11, 9-10 am. For Costume Closet questions, contact Kate Cusumano at 520-437-2074. Our next members’ meeting is Thursday, October. 17,10:30 am at the Desert Oasis. We are always looking for new members, so join us for some fun.

Unit 3 Social Club Linda Bretz, club address: https://www.facebook.com/people/SCOV-Unit-3Club/100034621916863/ The Unit 3 Club is excited to host another Halloween Party on Chalk Creek Drive on October 31 from 4-6 PM. Bring snacks/desserts/beverages to tables we will have set up on the south side of the street. We hope to have a band. Dress in costumes if you so desire! Check our facebook page closer to the date as we firm up details. https://www.facebook. com/people/SCOV-Unit-3-Club/100034621916863/

Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com First Mon., 1 pm, Oct.-May, Catalina Vista, www.vbscov.weebly.com Happy hour meet and greet, first Wed., 3:30 pm, The Views Restaurant

If you are a Veteran, join us at a meeting for camaraderie and information.

Our next meeting will be Monday, October 7, 1 pm, Catalina Vista. Contact Mike LaBarbera at mclabarb@aol. com with your name, email, phone number, and branch of service to get onto the Veterans Club email list.

Guest speakers cover a range of topics which will inform club members of Kate Cusumano, Mike Monroe, Veteran organizations, VA compenDale Foster & Carol Mursation and more. Join us for a meetray perform memorial Color and-greet happy hour, Wednesday, Guard for Jim Steinmetz September 4, 3:30-4:30 pm, The Views Restaurant. If you have an unserviceable U.S. Flag, leave it wrapped inconspicuously in a newspaper or brown bag at 2145 E Bighorn Mountain Dr. Not receiving the weekly email newsletter,

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Go to scovaz.com > About Us > Join Email List, and complete the form. Then you’ll be in the know about all the happenings in SCOV.

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Dance

Ballroom - SC Starlight Sara Harney 717-977-1963 scovstarlightdance@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance

Ballroom Dance is a great way to exercise your mind and body and have fun at the same time. The Starlight Club hosts monthly dances beginning on Saturday, September 21. Beginner and Intermediate dance lesTim and Deb Murphy dancing the waltz sons will begin on Wednesday, September 4, 5 pm, AFC Dance Studio, taught by professional instructor Christine Hoskins. It is best to come with a dance partner.

The studio is open to practice dance steps on Wednesdays at 5 pm in between classes. For more information and to get your names on our email list, email scovstarlightdance@gmail.com. You can also text or call the club president, Sara Harney. See you on the dance floor.

Folk Dance Pres. Siva Raven 505-469-7505 sivaraven@gmail.com Fri., 10-11:30 am, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 www.scovFD.club

Dancing in community lifts our hearts and spirits. It is also excellent for brain and cardiovascular health. Our club requires no membership fees, no partners, no meetings and no patterns to memorize. All dances are taught prior to dancing for low-stress fun. New dancers are always welcome and encouraged. Come and join us as we dance our way around the world.

Line - Sunliners

Pres. Judy Widener (760) 687-6377 judywidener@gmail.com Membership Kim West k_da_westie@comcast.net scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners

Please confirm the current schedule on the calendar at www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners September dance sessions are planned as follows: Wednesday practices (Aquatic & Fitness Center Studios 1 & 2): 11:30 am-12:30 pm Transition to Intermediate 1-2 pm Transition to Beginner Thursday classes (Activity Center Auditorium) 1:50-2:50 pm Intermediate 2:55-3:55 pm Beginner Saturday practices (Activity Center Auditorium) 9-10 am Intermediate 10:15-11:15 am Beginner 11:30 am-12:30 pm New Beginner Sunday practices (Aquatic & Fitness Center Studios 1 & 2): 2:30-4 pm Advanced pm Enjoy line dancing at our “Fun Friday” event September 6, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Auditorium. Members and their guests are welcome. Sign up sheets will be available at classes and practices to request dances.

Next Board Meeting: Wednesday, September 4,3 pm, via Zoom. All members are welcome.

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Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Cindy Roszak scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Kim West scovrandrclub@gmail.com www.scovrrc.org

We welcome our Rock and Rollers to our first dance of the 2024/2025 dance season on Saturday, September 28. The Band is Touch of Grey, the theme is School of Rock.Doors open at 6 pm and the band plays 6:30-9 pm at Auditorium If you are reserving a table, we would appreciate one check for the entire table. Non-members cannot be listed at a reserved table during the members-only ticket sales. The club will no longer provide plastic cups. Please bring your reusable cup for ice and water. Check our website for more information on upcoming dances.

Tickets on sale Tuesday, September 17, Activity Center main hallway/RRC ticket sales table. 8 am for members $10 per member 9 am for non-members $15 per non-memberChecks only payable to the SCOV R&R Club.

Western - Kactus Kickers Co-Pres. Sherokee Ilse 952-201-8667 Sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Co-Pres. Madeleine Percival 719-650-3778 Knmdpercival@gmail.com Sec. Patty Holman 406-396-1158 pah724@msn.com Dance classes Diane Eminger 708-494-4948 deed_702@yahoo.com Membership Marci Gutierrez 520-204-7039 marci.gutierrez57@gmail.com Club email/Information kkscov@gmail.com

Mark your calendars now for Saturday, September 14, when Kactus Kickers will host their next country western dance featuring Wild Ride band 6-8 pm in the Auditorium, .

This is a pay-at-the-door event and all are welcome: dancers, non-dancers, music lovers and curious onlookers. Cost is $10 pp. BYOB and snacks. It’ll be open seating.

Coming this fall, a short series of introductory classes demonstrating basic country-western-style dancing, mainly two-stepping and country waltz. These are easy to learn and will get you boot scootin’ onto the dance floor immediately.

Dances are held monthly.

A refresher class for some review will also be offered.

These classes will be held in October-November for four weeks. Registration dates will be listed in the October Tipster, or contact kkscov@gmail.com now to express your desire for lessons.

Exercise Aqua Tone Irmel Wheeler, 520-334-0957, irmel5596@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 am, AFC/Pool

Aquatone is a toning water workout that incorporates a variety of rhythmic body movements. This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.

There is no fee to join this club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Participants should be able to do a basic swim stroke. Items used in the class are buoys, boards, noodles and a fitness band. Most of these items are available at the pool. We assign an experienced member to a newcomer to help learn the various movements. Come enjoy a great workout in a fun class.

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Arthritis Water Pres. Norma Waters normawaters1@hotmail.com Vice Pres. Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu Summer Hours - Mon., Wed., Fri., 10:05 am AFC/Pool

Our summer meeting time is 10:05 am. Come join us Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. We meet when the air temperature is 77 degrees or warmer, as recommended by the Arthritis Foundation.

Our club performs gentle water exercises which target all muscles and are used by several health organizations to increase strength and balance and to increase mobility and flexibility.

Water exercise is especially helpful to manage arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced joints, etc. Some new members have expressed surprise at how quickly the first couple of sessions increased their abilities to move. Others comment on improved stamina.

New members are always welcome. Our members are fun, accepting and welcoming. We frequently hear “I came for the exercises and love all the friends I have made.”

The yearly dues are $5 and your first class is free. There is not a fee per class.

Energetic Exercise Pres. Anne Palmer 520-289-9140 palmersaz03@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-9 am, Activity Center/Auditorium

Energetic Exercise Club meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8-9 am year-round, in the spacious Auditorium.

The goals are to improve and maintain cardio fitness, muscle tone and strength through instructor-led classes. Sally Martinez has instructed in SCOV for 30 years. She is the best.

The classes offer complete flexibility for all levels of fitness.

Fitness equipment is used in the class, but always optional.

Dress is casual with sport shoes required. Annual membership is $3. Members then buy 12-punch cards for $30, payable to the instructor. Both the membership application and punch cards are available at the class. Newcomers can try a first class for $3. Members receive a monthly calendar that tells the focus for that day. All are welcome.

Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman 520-812-1056 goodman@sfu.ca Swim workout: Tue., Thu., Sat., 7-7:55 am Pilates Mary Ayers 520-638-7916 scov.pilates@gmail.com Mon., 3 pm, Thu., 1:30 pm, AFC/Studio

Are you a golfer? Are you twisting on drives, squatting and leaning over to pick up balls? Golf movements are required and repeated. The results can be overused, weak muscles and imbalances affecting legs, hips, arms, shoulders, and back. Over 60? Your game is probably affected with shorter, less accurate drives. Stamina decreases, and muscle strains, pulls and tears occur. For years, elite golfers (Tiger Woods, etc.) have turned to Pilates, an essential training tool to stay balanced and improve performance. Like golf shots, Pilates is based on movement from the body’s center or core (trunk, shoulders, abdomen, pelvis). As you strengthen your core, hip rotation improves your range of motion and back stability. Other results? Powerful, more accurate golf shots and a symmetrically muscled, flexible, strong body. Pilates is a full-body exercise with very little joint strain. Call Mary 520-638-7916, or just come by and watch a class

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Sunrisers Exercise Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey90@msn.com Shirley Dubansky 520-975-4100 Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-8 am, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 Tai Chi Gail Barr 303-995-7485 SCOVTaiChi@gmail.com Thu., 10-11:30 am, AFC/Studio 1

The fall Tai Chi session begins October 10 and runs through December. The course consists of ten classes led by Sensei Donna Drazenovich, 2nd degree black belt in karate, and Assistant Instructor Kyt-Tee Kohout. Each 90-minute class begins with 30 minutes of Qigong followed by 60 minutes of Tai Chi instruction. Instruction for beginners is given separately from those students more experienced. You may observe the first class before committing to the full course.

Tai Chi is a gentle, low impact mind-body exercise. It is both a martial art and meditation and is known for its health benefits. Many medical professionals recommend Tai Chi for improving balance as well as building muscle strength and reducing stress. Please check with your doctor if you have any medical concerns.

Practice sessions are offered year-round to support our club members. For more information, email SCOVTaiChi@ gmail.com or contact Gail.

Yoga Pres. Dianne Parrott 520-818-6471 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com Mondays, 8:30 - 9:45 am, Yoga with Steph, AFC 1&2 Tuesdays,10:30 -11:45 am, Yoga for Healthy Aging with Torrey, AFC 1&2 Wednesdays, 8:30 - 9 :30 am, Mindful Flow with Katie Aurora, AFC 1&2 Thursdays, 9 -10:15 am, Yoga for Healthy Aging with Torrey, Activity Center Kiva - NEW LOCATION Thursdays, 10:30 -11:30 am, Chair Yoga with Torrey, Activity Center Kiva - NEW LOCATION Bring a yoga mat and $10 exact change for the instructor.

Please arrive 10 -15 minutes early to sign in and get settled so we start class on time. Club dues are $5/year.

Free in October: Chair Yoga class with Nora Saturday, October 12, 10 -11 am, Activity Center Kiva. Free to the SCOV community.

Games Bridge Duplicate Bridge

Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Mon., 6 pm; Fri., 12:30 pm, Activity Center/Hohokam and Hopi Rooms

Please arrive 15 minutes early. We can help you get a partner if needed.

Ladies Monday Social Bridge

Dee Erlandson 520-638-5725 deeerlandson@gmail.com Mon., 12:30-3 pm, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Find a partner and join our club. We will play once a month (your choice of date) through April 2025, in your residence or your opponents’ home. There is a one time entry/prize fee of $15 pp. Contact David Kuker for further information.

Mixed Social Bridge

Pres. Don Wheeler 520-334-7578 don8359@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 am, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

The Mixed Social Bridge Club plays contract bridge in an informal, relaxed environment. Do you love to play bridge, but haven’t found a group? Join us; new players are always welcome. Everyone who comes will sit at a table and play.

If needed, we will make adjustments for uneven numbers.

We arrive a few minutes early to find a partner and socialize.

We have coffee and members often bring goodies. It’s a fun atmosphere with friendly people. You don’t have to commit to play all three mornings (but you’ll probably want to). For more information, contact Don Wheeler.

Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Larry Parks, VP Janelle Parks Sec. Louise Fraser 520-825-9592 Tue., 5:45 pm, Activity Center/Navajo Rooms

Please join us for friendly games of bridge on Tuesday evenings. Our group is pleasant and helpful. Bring a partner and $1 each to put into the pot. There are winners every time we play. Arrive before 5:45 pm, and we promise you an enjoyable evening. We finish at 8:30 pm. Call Louise if you have any questions.

Practice Bridge

Pres. Clara (Carol) Murray 360-448-1612 clara.murray@comcast.net VP Pat Orchard 520-825-0352 patoen922@gmail.com Mon. and Wed., 1-3 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Bunco Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 pm, Desert Oasis/Saguaro Chess Pres. John Bechard bechard.john@gmail.com Tres. (membership info) Kurt Schulz KurtJamesSchulz@gmail.com Mon., 4:30 pm, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Join us on Monday afternoons in September for a few casual games of chess. Get ready for our annual fall tournament with cash prizes starting October. Non-members are welcome. Contact any club officer for additional information.

Cribbage Pres. Salvador Hernandez 281-883-2986 First and Third Thu., 6 pm, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge Euchre Chris Auclair 585-309-9065 Mon., 5:30 pm, Desert Oasis Five Crowns Pat Hansen or Fern Strandskov ferndean@aol.com Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com

Marathon Bridge

David Kuker david.kuker@gmail.com, 405-204-8921

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Gin Rummy Bob Segebrecht or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Sat., 9 am, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Mah Jongg Casual Mah Jongg

Judee Wickersham, 520-989-3254 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Tue., 1-4 pm, Desert Oasis Thursday Mah Jongg

Cathy Morrow 360-739-0376 Thu., 1-4 pm, Desert Oasis

It’s September. Our friends that went north for the summer are thinking about returning to Sun City in a couple months, so it’s time for us summer residents to sharpen our Mah Jongg skills. We have not melted in the heat. We have not been swept away by the monsoons. We are cool, dry players. The more you play the better you get. (At least that’s the way it should be.) Join us for a fun Thursday afternoon. New players are always welcome.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 12:30-4 pm, Wed., 9 am-12:30 pm, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Pan (Panguingue) is an exciting game and different from any other card game you have ever played. If you like pokertype games, you’ll love Pan. There is a winner in every hand.

Please come and observe. We can teach you to play.

Pinochle Dave Flatness 425-443-3708 Wed., 5:30-8:30 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands.

Bring $1 for your tally. If your skills are a little rusty, we can get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues are $5 pp.

Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker

Steve Dirks 520-429-3303 stevenkdirks@gmail.com Tue., 6 pm, Desert Oasis/Saguaro Friday Night Poker

David Dellinger 480-620-5519 davidjdeljan@aol.com Fri., 5:45-8:45 pm, Desert Oasis/Saguaro Super High Rollers Poker

Steven Dirks 520-429-3303 stevenkdirks@gmail.com Mon., 6-9:30 pm, Desert Oasis

Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 520-308-8881 mmoyerpp@gmail.com Mon., 10 am-Noon, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Love those barbershop harmonies? Got a song in your heart? Want to hear and feel and learn what it’s like to blend your voice with others, barbershop style? Come join this fun mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just two hours every Monday morning. A great way to start each week. Music provided. Visitors welcome. There is strength in numbers, the more the merrier. Come join in song.

Early Music Recorder Ensemble Joyce Minks 520-269-9321 minksjoy42@comcast.net Mon., 3:30 pm, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Have a Recorder: the musical instrument? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a fun group?

Soprano, alto, tenor, bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided and instruments are available. Just one hour every Monday. Learners and visitors welcome. Let’s make beautiful music together.

Sun City Singers Director Don Hess ddhess@yahoo.com Pres. Bob Westendorf rewestendorf@live.com Tue., 6:30 pm, Activity Center/Kiva

Sun City Singers is looking forward to starting rehearsals on Tuesday, September 10. We will be rehearsing for our holSun City Singers 4th of July concert iday concerts, which will be presented on December 3 and 6 in the Auditorium. Do you love to sing? Please join us Tuesday evenings, 6:30 pm, AC/Kiva Room. We are your community chorus and we have a wonderful time singing together. New members are always welcome, no audition is required, and music is provided. For more information, contact our Director, Don Hess.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Zona Boss 520-638-6644 Ukulele - Sun City Strummers Pres. John Sand 520-308-5883 jocher_sand@hotmail.com Musical Director Don Bong Tue., 10-11:30 am, Desert Oasis/Saguaro www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele

Members are gradually returning from their cool retreats and it’s great to have more strummers and voices again. We welcome all who love music to come and join the fun of playing the ukulele on Tuesdays, 10-11:30 am, Desert Oasis.

Beginner sessions will resume in the fall. We have ukuleles available to bor

Scrabble Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1-3 pm, Desert Oasis Sheepshead - Schafkopf Jeff Rusch 920-202-0007 jffrusch@yahoo.com Tue., 10 am-noon, Desert Oasis

Schafkopf, better know as Sheepshead, is a card game most commonly played in Wisconsin and surrounding Midwestern states. Contact Jeff to join us.

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Celebrating birthdays Janet Wood, Sharon Henderson, Don Bong.

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Sports Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Chris Holman 406-544-6194 cjoiceholman@gmail.com VP Al Marshall 719-650-5764 AlMarshall7@gmail.com Treas. Lynn Lancour 920-366-0982 llancour1@gmailcom Laurie Payne 360-979-7124 pinklaurie360@gmail.com Social Chairs: Dan Regin 303-594-2530 dosequis727@gmail.com Vicki Wilson 720-557-1123 vickiewilson77@gmail.com www.vistosocyclists.org

Billiards Pres. Ken Schriner 479-966-7440 kjschriner@gmail.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 pm, Catalina Vista/Billiards

Our weekly club activities are round robins: Mondays, 8-ball, 2-4 pm Tuesdays, one-fifteen 8-ball, 1:15-4 pm Wednesdays, women only, 10 am-Noon Thursdays, 8-ball, 10 am-Noon

Birders Peggy Smith 520-344-0991 pdsaz@aol.com www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup

The Western Tanager is an occasional summer visitor to SCOV. It is one of three tanager species regularly seen in Arizona. All species of tanagers are striking, but the male Western Tanager (shown) is considered the most beautiful. Southeast Arizona is the southern limit of its breeding range, while the northern limit includes most of the western CanaPhoto Credit: Steve Homes dian Provinces. As is true of all the tanagers, its song can easily be mistaken for an American Robin.

We are a 120 plus member, activity-oriented group. All SCOV residents are invited to join us on our field trips to learn more about the birds in Arizona. We are about to exit our summer hiatus and will restart scheduled trips again next month. If you are interested in knowing more, contact Peggy Smith, 520-344-0991, as well as ask to be added to our mailing list.

Bocce Co-Pres. Jon Russell, jondrussell6@gmail.com; Mike Miesen, mikemiesen@gmail.com VP Ginny Howes, kandghowes@comcast.net www.scovbocce.weebly.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-9 pm, Bocce Courts

Bocce is a fun, easy-to-learn activity that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy. No experience is required, and anyone who can pick up and roll a ball can play. Newcomers are always welcome and may play once without joining the club. We are playing in the cool of the evening now, and it is one of the few activities that can be enjoyed outdoors this time of year. For more information or to learn the rules of the game, check the website scovbocce.weebly.com. To reserve a court during non-club times, check the Court Reservation system on SCOV’s website suncityorovalley.com/ book-court-lap-lane.

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Gun Club Pres. Joe Noll 229-894-0412 janoll41@aol.com

Next meeting will be in October Hiking Pres. Jacob O’Neill jakemponeill@gmail.com Scheduled hikes are posted on the website www.scovhiking.org

Although September is known as the beginning of the fall season, it’s still plenty warm out for hiking.

Hike leaders will offer a variety of hikes this month to accommodate all levels of hikers and take into consideration the weather conditions. If you are new to Hikers take in the beauty of SCOV and the hiking the Santa Catalina mountains. club, please sign up for an orientation hike with one of our volunteer leaders.You will find out more about the club, meet some great people and set out on a not-too-difficult hike. Orientation hikes will resume this month, see our website for those dates. September hikes will also be listed on the website. Hikes range from A level (most difficult and longest) to E (short, level, good terrain). There’s a hike for everyone. Our website is full of information, the monthly schedule, board meetings, social events and much more. See www.scovhiking.org and we look forward to seeing you on the trail.

Pickleball Pres. Michael Voellinger eer26003@gmail.com First VP/Orientation and Training A.J. Leane ajleane@gmail.com Registration is on the website: www.scovpb.org

In the heat of the summer, with unpredictable monsoon storms, there is still plenty of fun being had at the pickleball courts.

Courts 6 and 7 have been painted, high quality nets have been Courts 6 & 7 are much more functional, appeal- installed.I t will create quite a buzz when the ing, and enjoyable with their new paint job. winter residents return and see how nicely they’ve turned out.

You must be a member of the Pickleball Club to participate in club activities. The court schedule and registration are on the SCOVPB website. Paddles up.

POP Tennis Pres. Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 Kennesk@comcast.net VP Kevin Harney 717-404-4936 kfharneylpc@pa.net Tres. Jim Steinmetz 440-552-6173 vintner731@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 8:30-10:30 am; Advanced Play Fri.,8:30-10:30 am Ladies Group Wed., 2-4 pm, Desert Oasis

While the snowbirds are away the mice will play.

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Racquetball Pres. Kim West 520-343-0662 VP James Hansen 520-490-0547 Sec./Treas. Gary Henson 262-573-6605 Mon., Wed., Fri., 7:30-9:30 am, AFC/Racquetball Court

Anyone who’s ever played the game or would like to give it a try, come join us. We have players at all levels. Spare rackets are in the storage room and we supply the balls; just be sure to bring safety goggles. Court time: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7:30-9 am.

Want to just practice and see if it’s for you? Contact our Treasurer, Gary Henson or come to the court at 9 am. One of us will be happy to stick around and help you out.

We have an annual business meeting/potluck and a Spring BBQ. Dues are $5 annually. If interested in joining the fun, contact Gary Henson.

Table Tennis Co-Pres. Pat Norkooli pattynork@gmail.com Co-Pres./Treas. Ursula Jarvis ukjarvis@comcast.net Tue., women 1:30 pm; all play 3-5 pm Thu., all play 4:30-8 pm Sat., Two sessions, all play 9-10:30 am, 10:30-Noon Sun., all play 1-3 pm. All play is at Catalina Vista Tennis Pres. Mark Lankes mjlankes@yahoo.com For a schedule of club play and membership, go to www.scovtennis.com Wallyball Co-Pres. Don Kahl, 605-310-3270 kahl.don@gmail.com Co-Pres. Gene Ostrowski 571-246-2171 gene.ostrowski74@gmail.com VP Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird@gmail.com Treas. Deb Ostrowski 571-246-2117 mizdj11@aol.com Competitive play Tues. and Fri., 12:45-3 pm Wallyball/Racquetball Court

Wallyball is volleyball played on a racquetball court. With three to five players on each side, it is fast, fun and a great workout that tones muscles and improves coordination.

Players use the walls to create angles on Fun competitive play. shots but cannot use the ceiling or back wall of the opposing team. We welcome new members, both men and women. Come see if the game is for you.

Water Volleyball Pres. Dick (Paco) Munson 520-225-9080 DMunson47@gmail.com VP Barb Satterly 520-825-8965 Craftylady838@aol.com VP Pete Coy 360-739-4100 Petecoy@gmail.com Treas. Tim Murphy 845-519-8881 TMurphy@fallenwoods.com Recreational play Sun. and Thu., 10 am-Noon, Desert Oasis pool Competitive play Mon. and Wed., 10 am-Noon, Desert Oasis pool

We are back to regular hours starting Sunday, September 1. We look forward to seeing everyone returning for the fall/ winter season

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Travel Day Trippers Chair Frank Krivitz scovdaytrippers@gmail.com 520-820-6138 Membership Nancy and Lou Phillippi 520-638-6957 lnphillippi@yahoo.com@yahoo.com Second Fri., 9 am, Activity Center/Native American Rooms

Sun., Sept. 22, 11:30 am, The Views Restaurant: fall BBQ. Members and guests enjoy a BBQ catered by The Views Restaurant. Entertainment

by David Rychener. Cash raffle. Cutoff date is Monday September 9 Cost $26 pp. Monitor: Lynn Krivitz 520-647-4691.

Sat., Oct. 19: Carpool to Tucson Classic Car Show. Cost $70 pp includes $5 for driver, all show fees and lunch. Contact Frank Krivitz 520820-6138.

Thu., Oct. 24: Trip to Mt. Lemmon Sky Center Observatory and Summerhaven. Details to come. Monitor: Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226.

Tue., Nov. 12, 7:30 am- 5:30 pm Musical Instrument Museum. We selftour the displays representing every country. Cost of $94 pp includes bus, entrance fees, lunch and gratuities. Bus leaves behind the Welcome Center. Monitor: Diane Lester 520-252-2385.

Sun., Dec. 8: Holiday Buffet catered by Catalina International. Beverage 4 door prizes and KT Klassics entertainment. Auditorium opens at 11:30 am. Cost $32 pp. Monitor: Lynn Krivitz 520-647-4691.

Wed., Dec. 18: Gaslight Theatre Matinée – SCROOGE. Bus (by tennis courts) leaves at 1:30 pm. Cost $85 pp includes bus, show and a $20 pp allowance for food and drink. Sign up ends November 29. Monitor: Lynn Krivitz 520-647-4691

RV Club - Sundowners Pres. Eric Wiley 360-510-1641 w.eric.wiley@gmail.com VP Warren Ellis 302-502-6720 wrells66@gmail.com Website: https://sundownersrvclub.wildapricot.org Meets second Mon., 9am, Catalina Vista

The Club’s next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 14, 9 am, Catalina Vista. If you are a newcomer to SCOV and have an RV, join us as a guest or join the club on our website.

October and November trips are to Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Wilcox, Arizona, the Chiricahua Monument and Apache Junction, Arizona. These trips are available for sign up on the website. Don’t wait until the fall meetings to register, as planning for these trips is now in progress.

Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations. SCOV does not sponsor, support, assume responsibility or liability for the information.

AA Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com, Tue., 7 pm, Desert Oasis Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 520-401-7275 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wed., 10:30 am-Noon, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Katie’s Korner 11575 N. 1st Ave., Oro Valley

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Survivors of a Loved One Who Died of Suicide Ester Leutenberg ester36@gmail.com 520-444-8529 Individual encounters offered Pathfinders Bowling Dianne Wisda, 520-526-4786 Vistoso Helpful Hands For assistance call 520-447-0077 Chair Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com

We have 37 volunteers providing transportation for appointments and close-by shopping. A few clients ask for transport to the airport or want same-day rides; however, these cannot be guaranteed. Payment cannot be accepted, however, you may donate to the SCVCommunity Foundation in honor of your volunteer.

Our all-volunteer organization provides short term help to residents in needy/temporary situations. We assist with caregiver relief/shut-in visiting, transportation, animal care, handyman, housekeeping/yard care, paperwork organization, errands, computer/bill pay and meal pick up from The Views Restaurant. Call: 520-447-0077. Leave a message with your name/phone number. We will call you back.

League of Women Voter-Greater Tucson League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson, 520-327-7652, league@lwvtucson.com, www.lwvtucson.org Check out the League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson’s website for upcoming events such as “AZ Town HallVoting and Elections in AZ” on September 5. Or, on September 14 an event about “The Truth about Everything Else: Misinformation Program.”

Web address: www.lwvtucson.org Office: 520-327-7652 open Mon.-Fri., 10:30 am-12:30 pm

Extended Community Al-Anon Al-Anon helps friends and families of problem drinkers. www.so-az-alanon.org 520-323-2229.

Santa Catalina Mental Health Ministry How does aging affect your Mental Health? Why is my Mental Health getting worse as I age?Presented by Meira Year, RN, MA, MFT. The session will be held on Sunday, September 22, 1 pm OR Monday September 30, 6 pm, Santa Catalina Catholic Church,14380 N Oracle Rd. Daughters of the American Revolution The El Presidio Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be meeting Thursday, Noon, September 19 in its new location at the Sun City Visitors Center, Room WC3. The agenda includes an icebreaker to know each other along with some exciting new projects and programs.

Any woman descended from an ancestor who supported the American Revolution is eligible for membership.

Square and Round Dance Assoc. of Southern Arizona Swing your partner and dosey-doe. September is National Square Dance Month. As a cardiovascular exercise, square dancing offers numerous benefits. To find out more about this fun activity, visit the Square and Round Dance Association of Southern Arizona website at https://sardasa.org.

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The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by SCOV Community Association, Inc. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.

BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; BBQ=Barbecue; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; FR=Family Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; FP=Fireplace; S/S=Stainless Steel; WiFi=Wireless Internet Service.

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WANTED TO RENT: Dec - April 2025 (dates are flexible.). Active Colorado couple looking to rent in Sun City. Clean, NS, NP. We have references and are homeowners as well. Please call, text or email at 970-390-0533 or dlbraun60@yahoo.com.

FOR RENT: Rental available 11/1 - 12/31,2024 and from 4/1/2025 - beyond. 2 BR /2 BA, with a Den; Mountain view. Home is available seasonally or long term.

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LOVING, EXPERIENCED and RELIABLE PET SITTER/CAREGIVER for your 4 legged family members. I am First Aid and CPR Certified for animals and have been taking care of them for 20+ years. Flexible schedule. Services include feeding, walking, medication administration, playtime, poop/ litter box cleaning, brushing, mail pickup, watering plants, daily pictures & updates while you’re away and lots of attention & LOVE. References available. Overnights, daily drop ins, or 24 hour care for ill or elderly pets.

In your home!! Call Karen Henriken 520-551-3311 PET CARE: When you are not home, I will make sure your pets are cared for and well loved My services include dog walking, boarding of dogs and cat care. I am able to administer medications of needed. Suzanne Batten, 253-310-2693, email: suzatten@gmail.com WOOF! Dog sitting in my SCOV home, one dog family at a time. My goal is to keep your dog safe and loved while you are away. I have 30 years of dog sitting experience, including walking and giving medicines. Contact Susan at Dogsdogs@aol. com or word 719-205-6262 Let Happy Helpers help you with all those chores! We can help with just about ANYTHING you may need help with. Sitting with you, making meals, laundry, pulling weeds, doing errands, driving you anywhere, walking pets or light house keeping.

Call Becki at 520 240-3429 or email Sunshinebec1960@gmail.com FOR RENT: 2BR/2BA, Cumberland model, on arroyo, with striking mountain views.

Fully tiled. King in primary; Queen in guest. Separate office. Good WiFi. Smart TV. Large back yard w/ screened in porch. One month minimum. NS/NP, Available Dec 2024; April - December 2025. Contact: Lzymarinelli@gmail.com LOOKING TO RENT: We are non-smokers looking for a 2-bedroom home in SCOV to rent that is dog friendly. We are interested in starting the rental sometime in January through early May 2025. A fenced backyard is preferred, but not required. Please contact Ben at 573.268.8750 or bloeb1214@gmail.com FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1,573 sq. ft. Silvercreek model, 2 BD/2 BA. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fan in every room. Fully furnished, king in primary, queen in guest. Reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes all utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully enclosed backyard. N/S, N/P. Email dixie476@gmail.com or call 636-544-1706 for availability.

Sun City Oro Valley, AZ Why Wait? Rental available, over 55 community.Fully Furnished Turnkey Ready Sept - Dec 2024. $2700 mo 4 mo min. Jan - Apr 2025. $3400 mo 4 mo min(Blended rate for the entire 8 months)Newly Renovated 1300 SF Former Dell Web Model Townhome. One Golf swing away from almost all amenities Golf, Restaurant, Clubhouse, Pools, Activity center, Ball courts. Address:14045 N. Desert Butte Dr. Call: 208-929-0280 email SonieRec@gmail.com Text for more information. Photos available

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Epic Monsoon Photo by Kristen Ziemek

Dark Clouds photo by Jon Welch

Wet Coyote photo By Sheryl Hester

Lighting photo by Barabra Kittelson

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Rainbow at the Activity Center By Kate Cusumano Coyote walking in the rain photo by Sheryl Hester

Photo by Barb Sobel

Cardinal and Catalinas photo by Sylvia and Gene Venechanos

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