2013 june tipster

Sun City Oro Valley

Tipster

June 2013

www.scovaz.com

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

Photo by Steve Holmes Photo by Lee Bassett

Photo by Steve Holmes

Photo by Steve Holmes

Photo by Steve Holmes

All residents are welcomed and encouraged to attend meetings.

Come 15 minutes early to share your thoughts & concerns with the Board.

Combined BOD Study Session & Meeting Tuesday, June 25, 9 AM Vistoso Center/Apache

Association Committees.............4 Association News.........................3 Café Specials.............................. .10 Classified......................................25 Clubs............................................. .12 Coming Events........................... .10 Extended Community................25 For Your Information...................11 Golf...................................................8

Hours of Operation.......................2 Memoriam.................................... .12 Partnered Organizations...........24 Sun City Vistoso Foundation.. .10 Thank You Corner........................11 Town of Oro Valley......................24 Workshops and Classes............11

Hours

of

Operation

Administration Office...............825-3711 ext 120 Mon.-Fri......................................................................... 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

The Tipster is published monthly by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711

Board of Directors Note: email address for BOD member, General Manager and Assistant General Manager is directors@suncityorovalley.com Robert Hefner, rjh1458@gmail.com..............................................................................President Steve Knapp, sknappscv@gmail.com ................................................................. Vice President Cathy Hartrich, cathy.hartrich@gmail.com................................................................Secretary Dick Brammell, dbrammell@corwinappraisal.com..................................................Treasurer Janice Fischer, fischer_janice@comcast.net................................................................. Director Richard Babin, richardbabin@gmail.com..................................................................... Director Jon Olson, jboclo@comcast.net....................................................................................... Director

Management Team Bob Mariani, bmariani@suncityorovalley.com.......................General Manager, 917-8080 Joe Byron, jbyron@suncityorovalley.com....................................... Café Manager, 917-8074 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com .....................Assistant Manager, 917-8070 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com..... Com. Area Maint. Sup., 917-8059 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com.......................Human Resources, 917-8061 Kim Griggs, kgriggs@theviewsgolfclub.com............................. Golf Professional, 917-8053 Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.....Golf Course Superintendent, 917-8063 Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com..........................Facilities Sup., 917-8078 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com................. Program Director, 917-8077 Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com................................... Controller, 917-8060

Support Team Jim Cundiff, jcundiff@suncityorovalley.com...................... Community Services, 917-8058 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com............................ Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Marnie Goodbody, mgoodbody@suncityorovalley.com .....................Librarian, 917-8064 Kim Green, kgreen@suncityorovalley.com........................ Accounting Assistant, 917-8062 Norma Meyers, nmeyers@suncityorovalley.com................................... Secretary, 917-8065 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com................. Admin. Specialist, 917-8068 Chris Richard, crichard@suncityorovalley.com.....Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Coco Sullivan, faccoord@suncityorovalley.com...............Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Social Hall Monitor........................................................................................................... 917-8066 Aquatic & Fitness Center Monitor...................................................................................917-8067

Editor, Layout and Design: Chris Richard Advertising: Norma Meyers and Chris Richard Printing By: AlphaGraphics Tipster Editorial Committee Lou Phillippi............................. Co-Chair Del Salvaterra.......................... Co-Chair Arlene Douglas......................... Member Peggy Gardner........................... Member Glenda Gillespie........................ Member George Holthus........................ Member Sharon Knudson........................ Member Karen Koopmans....................... Member

Barbara Martucci...................... Member Paul Mercer.............................. Member Ann Owen................................. Member Lynn Parker............................... Member Shirley Peterson........................ Member Laura Pigott.............................. Member Harry Plumlee........................... Member Linda Stiegler............................ Member

To advertise in the Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, call 917-8065 for current rates and information.

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.

Aquatic & Fitness Center......................917-8067 Facilities

Daily........................................................................................ 5 AM-9 PM

Pool

Mon.-Sun. .......................................................................... 5 AM-8:30 PM Children’s Hours.................................................................... 11 AM-1 PM

Café Food Service to 3 PM only...................825-3277

Mon., Wed. through Sat...............7 AM-4 PM..... Sun. & Tue. 7 AM-3 PM Recording of daily Café specials................................... 825-3711 ext 205 Reservations.............................................................................825-3277

Catalina Vista........................................ 825-8613

Mon.-Fri................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 9 AM-6 PM

Community Assistance­ - Loan Room

Reservations and Pick Up, Cart Barn/Loan Room Tue. and Thu. ...............................................................................8-9 AM

Community Services........... 10 AM-Noon...917-8058 Consumer Referral............................... 917-8079

Mon., Wed. and Fri. ...........................................................9:30-11:30 AM

Costume Closet Call for appointment.........818-3516 Desert Oasis..........................................825-0495 Facilities

Mon.-Fri................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-8 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 9 AM-6 PM

Pool

Mon.-Fri. ............................................................................ 7 AM-8:30 PM Sat...................................................................................... 9 AM-7:30 PM Sun. ................................................................................... 9 AM-5:30 PM Children’s Hours: daily ...........................................................Noon-4 PM Except Thu. and Sun...............................................................Noon-2 PM

Gift Shop of Sun City............................917-8051

Mon.-Sat........................................................................... 9 AM-12:30 PM

Library....................................................917-8064

Mon.-Fri..................................................................... 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM Sat...........................................................................................9 AM-Noon

Posse................................. 449-0014 or 449-7970 Pro Shop................................................. 825-3110 Golf Info Line.................................................................................825-0322 Mon. ......................................................................................... 6 AM-5 PM Tue. .................................................................................... 6:30 AM-3 PM Wed. through Sun. .............................................................. 6:30 AM-5 PM Driving Range Hours Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. & Sun. .................................................... 6 AM-5PM Tues. & Thu.............................................................................. 6 AM-3 PM

Social Hall..............................................917-8066

Mon.-Fri................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 9 AM-6 PM

Vistoso Center....................................... 825-3711 After-Hours Emergencies.....................825-1161 If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate attention (e.g. a broken irrigation head) 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.

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 and in the SCOV Library. Board meetings are open to residents.

Fitness Center Equipment Committee

by Richard Brammell I would like to report to the community about the process of the Fitness Center Equipment committee and the future process for the Equipment committee.

The committee is comprised of Judy Bjorling, Sharon Hertle, Lonnie Davis, Ray Jerkins, Michael Takerian (chair) and myself as board liaison.

The committee has held a total of nine meetings since December 6, 2012. The committee has toured the adult communities of Sun City-Anthem, Sun City West, SaddleBrooke HOA #1 and #2, SaddleBrooke Ranch and Highlands at Dove Mountain. It toured the fitness centers of Body Basics, Anytime Fitness, Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Prestige Fitness, Platinum Fitness and Chuze Fitness.

The committee received input from Chris Litten, NSCA certified, on the current and future trends for senior fitness. The committee met with or discussed with the manufacturer representatives from FreeMotion, Life Fitness, Matrix, Paramount, Concept 2 and NuStep.

The committee has tentatively planned to make a presentation to the Board in June. The presentation will be the committee’s recommendations and the reasons for them. The committee would plan to have the presentation placed on SCOV’s website for all residents to view.

The Board would not need to make a decision on the committee’s recommendation until sometime after their July or August meeting. The Board of Directors will look forward to receiving input from the residents.

To send an email to the Fitness Center Construction Committee please use afcremodel@suncityorovalley.com

Sun City Oro Valley Employee Recognition Employees who go above and beyond the call of duty are recognized with an On The Spot award. On the Spot awards received recently went to:

Marnie Goodbody..... Administration Lisa Orach................ Administration Jose “Pepe” Corrales.............. CAM Terry Whitten ........................... CAM Jose Gonzalez Huaraqu ....... CAM Scott Parvin............................ CAM Jose Rodriguez ...................... CAM Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, June 2013

Daniel Flores-Mendoza ..... CAM Steven Sauer ..................... CAM Gilberto Guerrero .............. CAM Armando Rodriguez........... CAM Lisa Muniz .......................... Café Christine Gatlin ...................Café

General Manager - Bob Mariani

Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Median Landscaping As I write this article, bids are being secured from several landscape contractors to install new landscaping in the RVB (Rancho Vistoso Blvd.) median. As with the last couple of re-landscaping projects, this is the next phase of a 12-year asset reserve plan to update the common area landscaping that, in most cases, is more than 25 years old.

There has been criticism of the re-landscaping that has been completed to date (some of that criticism is due simply to the fact that any money was spent, some residents feel that the re-landscaping program is of little value.) Some criticism is due to the type of plants that have been installed or the design. All are valid criticisms.

Yet the value of this program, the type of plants installed and the landscape designs are all very subjective. Many residents are very pleased with the results and the plan.

Although I am sure not everyone will agree, I have received considerable positive feedback regarding the Catalina Vista landscaping now that the plants have matured and bloomed. The input is not as positive yet regarding the Mountain Vista landscaping. However, keep in mind that the new plantings went through a cold winter where so many of them suffered. As the plants revive from the cold and the shrubs that looked good on paper but not so good in real life are replaced, the overall aesthetics of the grounds improve on a daily basis. One sure thing is that re-landscaping will reduce water use and labor required to maintain the old, overgrown, woody plants.

Now back to the RVB median landscaping. If all goes as planned, this landscaping installation will take place early this summer. Most of you will be pleased to know that the appearance will be similar to the new landscaping in medians outside of Sun City with lots of cactus that will be very low maintenance, and will provide the beautiful appearance that you have been seeking.

This Week in SCOV A weekly communication piece that the GM puts out Fridays update the community on what is happening that week.

Available via In the Know email or by hard copy at these locations: Café, Desert Oasis, Catalina Vista and the Social Hall.

Coffee and Conversation

with the General Manager

and a Board Member Come hear an update on the Fitness Center construction project.

Tuesday, June 18, 10 AM, Social Hall/Hopi

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Fitness Center Assessment Information The assessment for the Fitness Center is payable now, but you have until June 30 to pay it or make your first installment.

The bill for the assessment will be a part of the annual homeowner billing which has been mailed out. However, you may come by the Vistoso Center or mail your payment for the assessment any time before June 30, 2013.

HOT Spot Help Out Today!

The HOT Spot is for the purpose of listing help-wanted ads for various Association and Association Committee tasks.

BOARD MEETING REPORTER: The Board is seeking individuals to prepare an overview of its Study Sessions and Board Meetings. This overview would then be posted, via email, to the community. If you are interested in this project, please contact Robin Coulter 917-8070 rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com.

EDITORS NEEDED: Tipster Editorial Committee is looking for volunteers to serve on the Committee. Must have excellent grammar and spelling skills, prior editing experience is desired. We particularly need editors who are here year-round. Contact Co-Chair Lou Phillippi if you are interested 638-6957 lnphillippi@att.net.

HELP WANTED: We are seeking an individual willing to input the data from the 2013 Surveys into an Excel spreadsheet. If interested, please contact Robin Coulter 917-8070 rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com.

Association Committees Committee meetings are open and all residents are welcome to attend.

Active Health Chair Judy Bjorling 818-1296 http://scovaz.com/committees/activehealth/

Our April program had people stretching, trying Zumba and Chair Aerobics.

It also introduced our audience to “fartlek,” the Swedish word for “speed play,” a great way to make your walking more enjoyable while you improve mind-body awareness, strength and stamina. Simply pick a physical point up ahead in your outdoor walk (like a lamppost or a tree) and walk faster or run until you reach it. Do it several times. Indoors, you might want to try interval training: pick up the pace for a certain amount of time, go back to your regular pace, and repeat. HIT (High intensity interval training) exercising for short periods of time as fast as you can go, will also burn fat.

Why not try something new this summer? Change your workout, take a class or ask a friend to walk with you Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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outdoors, at the mall, or on Fridays in our Auditorium from 1–2 PM. Don’t forget your sunglasses, hat, water and sunscreen.

Architectural Review Don Stewart 618-980-3878 bethsdad81@gmail.com Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Communication First Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache www.scovaz.com/committees/communications/index.html Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell 825-5763 No committee meetings through summer

Aluminum Can Donations: Put those aluminum cans to work for SCOV. Deposit only empty, clean aluminum cans in the box outside the Social Hall kitchen. For safety reasons, do not deposit unrinsed cans which attract bees and may become a hazard. Profits fund the equipment for the Loan Room. Please help us by recycling your aluminum cans, but place your trash in your trash containers.

CAC volunteers delivered their eighth can load for the year to the recycling center. Those 740 pounds netted $458.80, bringing the year-to-date poundage to 4,140 and the revenue to $2,546.40.

Summer has arrived and the Loan Room is quieter than through the winter. It is the perfect time for those residents still around to come to visit us and see what equipment we have available to loan. The Loan Room remains open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM throughout the summer months; reservations and pick up are at the end of the Cart Barn. We look forward to seeing you.

Consumer Referral Co-Chairs Don and Pat Pomeroy 825-1725 Desk Phone 917-8079 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30-11:30 AM, Social Hall

Connect to our online list of vendors 1. On the home page www.suncityorovalley.com under the Residents drop-down menu, click on Members Only.

2. Log in with your user name and password. This is also the page where you can create a new account.

3. Click on Log In. 4. Click on the last blue line, Consumer Referral List.

Finance and Budget Chair Leslie Platt 818-1963 Third Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Pass Holder Benefits This month all The Views Golf Club Annual Pass Holders receive a

Dog Days of Summer Event - Saturday June 8 Not a Pass Holder?

Call Kat at 917-8068 to get the details on being an annual pass holder.

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Gift Shop Co-Chairs Julie Holtry 825-4473 Sharon Henderson 247-0707 Gift Shop 917-8051 Shop Hours Monday-Saturday 9 AM-12:30 PM Meeting Second Wednesday, 9 AM www.vistosogiftshop.com

Is it hot enough for you? Do you have your air conditioning turned on? The Gift Shop is nice and cool we’ve got lots of great merchandise to meet your gift needs and a few things just for you, too. The Gift Shop consignors are a very talented group.

Annette Geistfeld is the artist of the month for June. Annette is one of our card makers. She produces quite a variety using a 3-D approach. That little extra something makes her cards oneof-a-kind. Her clever work is displayed in the center front Gift Shop window.

Would you like to sell some of your creations in the Gift Shop? We’d like to have you join us. Call Julie 825-4473 or Elaine 825-5388.

Posse Chair Del Balston 825-9681 Vice-Chair John Njaa 825-5486 Meeting First Tuesday, 3 PM, Social Hall/Hopi www.scovaz.com/committees/posse/

Since the beginning of the Sun City Oro Valley Posse, not many Posse members have been able to claim the remarkable achievement of serving the Posse and the community for 20 years, but six of them recently have. Those six recently attended a Posse Committee meeting where their outstanding and valuable service was recognized by the Committee and the Oro Valley Police Department.

The photo below was taken at that event.

The departure of our seasonal residents means patrol schedules are harder to fill. If you aren’t a Posse member, you can help by joining the Posse. If you are a Posse member, call your squad leader and ask about the new patrol hours that may make it easier for you to get on the schedule.

Government Affairs Chair Sally Evert 520-955-7877 saljack439@msn.com Vice Chair Alex Martin 825-7044 ccn@sbcglobal.net No scheduled meetings June-September

The GAC has scheduled no meetings June-September. We have many ideas for future programs to inform you about your elected officials and the work of your government and will proceed on these plans in the fall.

Marketing and Publicity Chair Barbara Ross 818-0701 Fourth Thursday, 3 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 825-6994 Third Tuesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache It’s Time to Remember

Whether you are here or away for the summer, it’s time to remember: • Weeds in cracks of driveways, sidewalks, and where the cement meets the asphalt of the street are the responsibility of the homeowner to remove.

• Cactus and/or bushes in your yard should not extend over the sidewalk as to be a danger to walkers.

• Trees must be kept trimmed up high enough over the sidewalk as not to injure walkers or block visibility of a stop sign.

• Exposed soil, or bare dirt, on your property needs to be covered by rock.

• On a corner lot, check the street-facing side part of your yard for weeds and/or other possible infractions of the governing documents.

• Artifacts, including empty pots, are not allowed in front yards. Pots should be planted with live plants, as artificial ones are not allowed.

A Tipster can be mailed to you while you are away for $3 per issue.

Stop by the Vistoso Center to arrange for this.

Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, June 2013

20 years award recipients: Seated from L-R: Jo Bomar, Maria Gondosch; Standing from L-R: Lee Bomar, Cliff Leslie, Lou Bittle, Mike Gondosch.

Properties Summer meetings time and location tbd. Contact Dick Gillespie 825-3901.

The audio-visual upgrades are continuing to move ahead. With approval of the Association budget, there are funds available to install video equipment in each room along with audio improvements. These will be the meeting rooms best configured for activities requiring audio-visual aids.

The auditorium upgrades have been specified for bidding purposes. Since there is a specific, limited amount of money available from the asset reserve account, these items have been prioritized so that the most important are purchased first. We will start with new projectors (including adding a new one for the center of the auditorium), cameras and associated switching equipment.

The Pickleball court addition project came with the recommendation that the next two courts be added south of the bocce courts. This will allow even more courts to be added in the future should that be necessary.

Fourteen capital projects are being evaluated to prioritize them. It is our intention to give the Board a recommendation for the top three to five projects to assist them in establishing a development plan for these projects.

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Money

SUN CITY ORO VALLEY

MATTERS

Statement of Revenues & Expenses and the Results of Operations

10 Months 2012-13 Apr-13 Revenues: Annual H.O. Fees Special Assessment Capital Contribution Fee Golf Revenues Activities Revenues Café Revenues Interest Income Other Income Gross Revenues Asset Reserve Contribution Capital Fund Contribution New Capital Acquisitions Restricted Use Revenues Net Operating Revenues Expenses: Wages & Benefits Cost of Sales Utilities Repair & Maint.

Supplies & Expenses Net Operating Expenses Results of Operations

Actual

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

238,013 47,100 138,181 10,754 62,896 3,101 27,775 527,820

$ 3,430,134 $ 957,880 238,615 $ $ 1,025,675 $ 127,897 $ 496,072 $ 21,931 $ 280,016 $ 6,578,220

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,430,134 146,010 1,032,290 124,400 476,500 9,000 191,663 5,409,997

$ $ $ $ $

(50,986) 476,834

$ (950,000) $ (100,000) $ (17,182) $ (1,269,641) $ 4,241,397

$ $ $ $ $

(950,000) (100,000) (8,000) (146,010) 4,205,987

$ $ $ $ $ $

219,950 42,489 60,083 12,857 81,605 416,984

$ 2,154,681 $ 307,253 $ 621,290 $ 102,908 $ 736,676 $ 3,922,808

$ $ $ $ $ $

2,195,118 284,630 661,720 112,384 839,152 4,093,004

$

59,850

$

$

112,983

318,589

revenues from last year to the current year. A copy of

GolfRevenues Course Revenues Golf Course the report in greater detail can be found at our website, Golf Revenues For the Course First 10 Months of the Fiscal Year www.scovaz.com. Hover over Association, a drop

For the First 10 Months of the Fiscal Year For the First 10 Months of the Fiscal Year

down appears, scroll down to Financial Strength, click there. Select the month’s financial report you wish to 2012-13 2011-12 2012-13 2011-12 2012-13 2011-12 view. There are also copies of the monthly Financial Pre-Paid Rounds $626,947 $626,947 $648,228 $648,228 Pre-Paid Rounds Statements and a copy of the Annual Budget for the $626,947 $648,228 Pre-Paid Rounds Resident Daily Rounds $88,965 $70,709 Resident Daily Rounds $88,965 $70,709 2012-13 fiscal year in the SCOV Library located at the Resident Daily Rounds $88,965 $70,709 Daily Rounds Public Daily Public Rounds $218,325 $218,325 $198,137 $198,137 Vistoso Center.

Public Daily Rounds $218,325 $198,137 If you are interested in more information regardTotals Totals $934,237 $934,237 $917,074 $917,074 ing the Community’s finances, we encourage you to Totals $934,237 $917,074 attend the Finance-Budget Committee meeting, Monday, June 17, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache.

Above is a summary of the Revenues and ExIf you have any questions, please feel free to email penses and the Results of Operations for the me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com or call me at first 10 months of the 2012-13 fiscal year. Also 917-8060. included this month is a chart comparing golf Randy Trenary, Controller Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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Strategic Projects Chair Tut Tustison 825-9431 October- April, Third Thursday, 3 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec

logo, signs and building and room names.

We are seeking new members for the fall season. If you are interested in working on special, one-of-a-kind, interesting projects, please contact Ted Hood.

Looking Ahead If you would like to mark your calendars now for some future dates, here they are: June 19 and September 19 are bus trips to a D-Backs games in Phoenix. October 19 brings a wonderful piano concert from Mary Stockdale.

November 11 brings country music from Joni Harm.

There will be other events through December and our 2014 calendar is getting full.

Entertainment in the comfort of your own community is convenient, but the bonus is the low ticket prices.

I always love when residents bring to my attention entertainers that they have seen and would like to perform here. If the contract price is right, I’ll do my best.

Tipster Editorial Co-Chairs Lou Phillippi 638-6957 lnphillippi@att.net Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com www.suncityorovalley.com/news/tipster-newsletter.html

This month’s Tipster Editorial Committee meeting will be Friday, June 14, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache.

Assistant Manager - Robin Coulter What’s In a Name?

As you may be aware, the Board recently approved several name changes to buildings and rooms. This is the completion of an initiative from the 2009 Long Range Plan to, “update place names to create a more current, youthful image.” There have been two resident committees that have studied the initiative (Image and Marketing) with a final recommendation coming from the Marketing Committee regarding the new names.

Over the next few months you will begin to see these changes implemented in our community. By the beginning of July you will see four new directional signs (replacing the teal and pink signs) that will have the new logo at the top. They will be in the new Town mandated design for directionals along Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and will have a current, updated look. Also in the next couple of months, the signage at the west and east gateway to the community and the five monument signs at the entry of the Mountain Vista Complex and the Welcome Center will be updated. I met recently with Town managers and the manager of the Rancho Vistoso HOA, and both were very excited about the design of our new signage.

On July 1 the website and Tipster will begin using the new building and room names. A flyer is in this Tipster (and also in July’s edition) with the new names and building layout for easy identification. The Desert Oasis rooms reflect desert plants (Saguaro and Ocotillo). The Catalina Vista’s name is in reference to the mountains, so the rooms are named for mountains (Mt. Lemmon, Mt. Kimball and Pusch Ridge). The Welcome Center’s rooms are simply named Conference Rooms 1, 2 and 3. The Mountain Vista Complex is where the Activity Center, Artisan Center and Aquatic & Fitness Centers are located. The Activity Center’s rooms are Navajo, Hohokam and Hopi. The Papago room was renamed Hohokam.

Internal signage is also in development. These are the signs above the room doors providing information and direction within the community (Bag Drop, RV Parking, AED locations, etc.). If, by July 1, the internal signage hasn’t been completed, there will be temporary signs placed above the room door to identify the room name.

As with all things new, time will help in adjusting and working out any challenges that arise. SCOV residents are good about working through these challenges together. Please go to http://suncityorovalley.com/ news/pdf/New_SCOV_Signage.pdf to see the new Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, June 2013

Programs/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius

Community Services - Jim Cundiff Office open to meet with residents 10 AM-Noon, Monday-Friday, Vistoso Center 917-8058 jcundiff@suncityorovalley.com Café News

Five to Free Club is back. How it works: when you purchase five breakfast or lunch entrees of $5 or more with beverages, you get your sixth breakfast or lunch entree free. Cards must be stamped at time of purchase. Ask your server to stamp your card after paying for your meal.

The Café is offering a chance to receive a free breakfast or lunch if you turn in a comment card. Random comment cards are drawn monthly. The April winners: Patti Thompson, Pat Yuhas, Richard Kopp, Bertie Steger and Jenny Clark. Congratulations and bon appetit.

SCOV Library - Marnie Goodbody Follow Marnie’s Blog: scovlibrary.wordpress.com

New at the Library Great new DVDs include Trouble with the Curve (Eastwood), Guilt Trip (Streisand), The Impossible, and Jack Reacher. New foreign films include The Other Son (Israel) and The Intouchables (France). Some new documentaries are First Position, about young ballet dancers, and Hitler’s Children.

Hot bestsellers: 12th of Never (Patterson), Unintended Consequences (Wood), The Hit (Baldacci), and Red Velvet Cupcake Murder (Fluke). Also, The Golden Egg (Commissario Brunetti), Wedding Night (Kinsella), and Whiskey Beach (Roberts).

Memoirs and biographies include With or Without You (Domenica Ruta), Bonhoffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy (Metaxas) and if you love dogs, Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod (1995, Paulsen).

Recent nonfiction includes Sedaris’s Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls, London: a Biography (Peter Ackroyd), and Frozen in Time: An Epic Story of Survival and a Modern Quest for Lost Heroes of World War II (Zuckoff).

Come in and check them out. A complete list of new acquisitions is at the SCOV Librarian blog at http:// scovlibrary.wordpress.com. Log on and make comments or recommend new or old movies, books, and audio books. Your input is appreciated.

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April Housing Resale Information

Unit # 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 7 7 9 10 10 10 10 12 15 17 17 11B 18A 18A

Resales

For the Month

YTD

2013

29

85

2012

27 Total sold in 2012 - 179

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Welcome New Neighbors Name From Olive & Edward Kennedy Oro Valley, AZ John & Dana Goduto Tucson, AZ Richard Hagen Spanaway, WA Kathleen & Dale Foster Hayden, ID Sharon & Gary Lyden Wenatohee, WA Kathleen & Irad Mosier Port Ludlow, WA Diane Kallgren Longmont, CO Barbara & Gilbert Mueller Oro Valley, AZ Patricia Herman & Richard Arnold Madison, SD Shirley & Giza Lang Valley Center, CA Kaye & Thomas Mehring Spooner, WI Jim & Norma Farley Tucson, AZ Rita Hornby Tucson, AZ Shirley & John Vaughn Trussville, AL Ron Kessler Tucson, AZ Martha & James Carter Jefferson, ME Merle & Richard Schlesinger San Rafael, CA Jerry & Nancy Crews Windsor, CO Nancy & Charles Babers Newberg, OR Rosalee & James Crocker Tucson, AZ Doris Dent & Howard Ray Oro Valley, AZ Katherine & George Nieman Ely, MN Paula & Steven Wilson Westminster, CO Shirley & Jerry Caton Las Cruces, NM Laura & Paul Carey Tucson, AZ Deanna & Randy Chillion Houston,TX Carole & Jerry Birdsong Chesterfield, MO Wen Lu Bucher Tucson, AZ Janis Harland Tucson, AZ Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis Let’s get Walking

Are you looking for a safe place to walk where it’s cool and there are no obstacles? Look no more, we are starting walking class in the Auditorium. Friday, June 7, 1 PM. You can walk at your own speed. You can walk for the whole hour or as long as you want. We will play music, give walking information and keep track of distances we have walked. Everybody is welcome.

Association-Sponsored Fitness: Purchase a punch card from the receptionist in the Vistoso Center, $13/10 classes. You may use this card for all SCOV-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used for your guests. There is a drop-in charge if you do not have a punch card.

Aqua Zumba® Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC pool.

Cardio Chair Aerobics Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 AM, Catalina Vista.

Sunrisers Low-impact aerobics class Mon., Wed., Fri.,

7:15-8:15 AM, Auditorium.

Sweat Stretch Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, Auditorium.

Walking in the Auditorium Fri., 1-2 PM Auditorium, no punch card needed.

Water Aerobics Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC pool.

Zumba Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 5:15-6:15 PM, Auditorium.

Personal Trainer Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561 for an appointment.

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Aquatic & Fitness Center and Desert Oasis: See the Hours of Operation, Tipster, page two.

Tuesday, June 11, 7 AM, the Aquatic & Fitness Center pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, June 12, the Desert Oasis pool will close at 7 AM for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Special Note from the Aquatic & Fitness Center: On Thursday, June 6, 1 PM, an orientation will be held on how to use the gym equipment. Space is limited. See Lonnie Davis or call 917-8073.

Help Collate

the

Tipster

Once a month residents are needed to insert flyers.

Receive your Tipster early and share refreshments with us at the Auditorium. The work is usually performed on the last weekday of the month at approximately 10:45 AM. Call Dave or Tempe Johnson 825-6994.

Golf Head Golf Professional - Kim Griggs

The new fiscal year is upon us and we will begin selling passes this month. Stop by the Vistoso Center and see Norma or Kathy to get your pass. We will start our early tee times, 6 AM, Saturday June 1.

See below for the new 2013-2014 rates: Resident Rates: Annual 18-Hole Golf Pass purchased before July 1 $2,995 single and $5,565 couple $3,095 single and $5,675 couple After July 1 $1,795 single and $3,340 couple Annual 9-Hole passes Annual Combo Couples Pass $4,450 (18/9-Hole) Monthly Option $700 single, unlimited play

$1,300 couple, unlimited play 18-Hole punch cards $500 for 10 punches $300 for 10 punches 9-Hole Cart Fees 18-Holes $10 per seat

9-Holes $7 per seat Resident Summer Green Fees began May 1 $32 for 18-Holes and $23 for 9-Holes

After 1 PM $17 for 18-Holes $13 for 9-Holes General Public Rates: 18-Hole Annual Pass single $3,695

18-Hole Annual Pass couple $5,995

9-Hole Annual Pass $2,215 single

9-Hole Annual Pass $3,780 couple Includes use of an Association golf cart, as well as 8-day advanced tee time reservations.

Monthly Option, unlimited play $900 single, $1,475 couple 18-Hole punch cards $575 for 10 punches 9-Hole punch cards $350 for 10 punches Cart Fees 18-Holes $10 per seat

9-Holes $7 per seat Summer Rates Green Fees began May 1

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Superintendent - Michael Kropf

June is the ugliest time of the year for the golf course. The winter rye grass has been chemically removed and has turned brown, but the underlying Bermuda grass hasn’t had enough time to start growing fully. The humidity is very low so the water in the soil evaporates quickly, making the golf course look brown.

This year, aerification of the fairways is being done prior to the application of the chemical to remove the rye grass. The hope is that the aerification and topdressing will give the Bermuda grass a head start to begin growing more quickly. In prior years, the chemical was applied first to remove the rye grass and reduce competition, but it seemed to slow the Bermuda grass following aerification.

This year, the priority has shifted from trying to deal with the competition of the two grasses, to dealing with salts that have built up in the soils over the winter. Removal of salts requires lots of aerification with sand topdressing, addition of drainage to alleviate wet areas and increased amounts of irrigation to leach out the salts. However, in May and June the water requirements are so high, with the hot temperatures and low humidity, that over-watering is not an option, making aerification is very important. By the start of June, all the fairways, tees and greens will be aerified and fertilized to encourage the growth of the Bermuda grass.

Please be patient with the condition of the golf course in June. Lots of work is going into improving the course.

After June, the course will be really green for the rest of the summer.

Golf Advisory Chair Howard Schulz 825-0797 First Wednesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Our golf course received the GEM (Golf Endorsed by Members) Award from the Arizona Women’s Golf Association. Our course was one of only 22 in the state of Arizona to win this award. Courses are evaluated on customer service, merchandise availability, food and beverage, club house and facilities, course conditions and playability for women. It’s nice that an independent group acknowledges what we know we have at The Views.

You may have noticed that the right-hand pond on hole 10 was drained in May/June. This was to install a wall around the irrigation system intake, allowing the water to be drawn from mid-level of the pond. The sediment on the bottom of the pond has caused and is causing problems with the pumps, sprinklers, filters and bunkers. The pond will be drained again in September to dredge out the sediment.

If you know someone new to our community or interested in playing golf, invite them to join our Wednesday’s Men’s League. Contact Jerry Bushong.

The Views Mens Nine Hole Golf Club Pres. Sherwin Koopmans 818-6337 Membership Jack Saatkamp 825-4376 Play Thursdays 7:30 AM

The Views Women’s Golf Club Pres. Yvette Schulz 825-0797 Membership Nancy Larson 989-0453 Play Tuesdays

There is no official league play until October 17. All members are welcome to continue to play on Thursday mornings in the 7:30 AM shotgun. We welcome new members.

Please contact our membership chair above.

Results of the annual club tournament are as follows: Club Champ Low Gross, Rich Stagg; Club Champ Low Net, Dave Bauer. Low Net Flight Winners are: First Flight: first place, Buster Labrie; second place Dennis Pupkiewicz; third place, Gordon Reimels; fourth place, Ron Hall; fifth place Jerry Dulgar. Second Flight: first place, Ken Kasmar; second place, Dave Johnson; third place, Jack Saatkamp; fourth place, Chalmers Hans; fifth place, John O’Hagan.

Third Flight: first place, Richard Davis; second place, Paul Maloney; third place, Dan Huffman; fourth place, Alan Cornwell, fifth place, Keith Burgess.

“The only time my prayers are never answered is on the golf course.” Billy Graham.

Congratulations to the tournament winners for 20122013: Club Champion, Barbara Hall; runner-up, Debbie Allen. Flight winners: Championship flight, Betty Bittle; first flight teal, Margie Wischer; first flight red, Tamara Sanderson. State Medallion: Low Gross, Barbara Hall; Low Net, Chie Masaki. Southern District: Del Sud, Rosemarie Daoust. Telegraph: first flight, Debbie Allen and Jane Lutz; second flight, Rosemarie Daoust; third flight, Joyce Friedericy. President’s Cup: Mary Ann Diridon. Solheim Cup: The Sisters; Captain, Barb Grunkemeyer.

Summer league 7:30 AM shotgun sign-up in our binder in the Pro Shop. You will be completing your own scorecards and posting your own scores.

A special thank you to Mary Ellen Tovatt for her two years of service as President of our club, a job well done! Looking forward to a great 2013-2014 season.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Gary Graber 818-2993 Membership Jerry Bushong 818-2513 Play Wednesdays

Summer months come with new board members and plans for 2013-2014. Board members include Pres., Gary Graber; VP, Don Anderson; Sec., Tom Porter; Treas., Mike Gardner; Membership, Jerry Bushong; Tournament, Denny Garren; Handicap and Rules, Don Hess.

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The Views Golf Club received the GEM award from the Arizona Womens Golf Association presented by Kelly Hollister to Bob Mariani, Michael Kropf and Kim Griggs. Photo by Ken Ayers.

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The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Terrie Juba 818-6553 Membership Kate Young 248-0030 Play Thursdays

Our year-end Awards and hamburger lunch was held May 2. Betty Bittle was our Club Champion and State Medallion Low Gross Winner and Becky Sellers was the State Medallion Low Net Winner. Awards were given for Low Ringer, flight A: Yvette Schulz, Bonnie Svarstad, Pam LaBrie, Susanna Moran; flight B: Pat Becky Sellers, left, the State Medallion Hansen, Sharon Heaps; Low Net Winner, with Betty Bittle our flight C: Ger Krabbendam; Club Champion and State Medallion Most Pars: flight A Susanna Low Gross Winner.

Moran; flight B Sharon Heaps; flight C Sally Healey; and Most Improved, flight A Bonnie Svarstad, flight B Shirley Sheriff, flight C Li Chase.

The club was very generous in giving 4,549 lbs of food and 58 toys to the Catalina Community Services Food Bank, $260 to the Encore Choir and $284 to the UofA Cancer Center.

The first Fun Day will be June 6. We tee off at 7:30 AM for the summer months. Come join us. Sign up in the book in the Pro Shop and don’t forget we need volunteers to host the Fun Days.

Sun City Vistoso Foundation The Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, a separate and independent organization from the Association, established in 1998, provides a means through which tax-deductible gifts may be channeled to support qualified health, cultural, educational and charitable needs of Sun City Oro Valley and surrounding areas. Gifts may be made at any time by check, stocks or gifts-in-kind to the Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85755. Pres. Shirley Chorney 825-8502 www.scovaz.com/clubs/foundation

The Foundation mission is to improve the quality of life for active adults in Sun City Oro Valley and the surrounding areas through tax-deductible channels. The Foundation is made up of SCOV residents serving three-year terms without compensation.

Café Specials June Special Dinners Coupons may not be used for these dinners.

Wednesday, June 19, 4:30-6:30 PM Endless Soup and Salad, $6.50 pp

Your choice of soups: creamy tomato basil, spilt pea or beef barley, served with tossed green salad and bread sticks. This does not include beverage or dessert. No reservations are required. A gratuity will not be added to your bill, so please tip your server accordingly.

Wednesday, June 26, 4:30-6:30 PM Endless Pasta Night, $8.95 pp

The offerings include your choice of spaghetti with meatballs, Italian sausage or linguini with white clam sauce, served with bread sticks and tossed green salad.

Beverage and dessert are not included. No reservations are required. A gratuity will not be added to your bill, so please tip your server accordingly.

Coming Events Items included in this section must be open to all residents and be either an Association-sponsored or an annual club event of interest to the entire community.

Special Events for Clubs See Club article for full details.

Sun City Singles, Golf, Sun., Jun. 2 Sun City Singles, Dinner, Thu., Jun. 13, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Day Trippers, Ice Cream Social, Sun., Jun. 16, 2:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Dinner ‘n Show, Damn Yankees, Sat., Jun. 16, Hale Center Natural Health & Wellness, Hungry for Change movie, Wed., Jun. 19, 3 PM, Catalina Vista Sun City Singles, Happy Hour, Fri., Jun. 28, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Rock ‘N Roll Club, Dance Party, Sat. July 13, 7 PM, Auditorium Day Trippers, Free WildHorse Casino Trip, Mon., July 22, 9 AM, non-members welcome Wednesday, June 19, 9:15 AM Departure to Phoenix Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Enjoy a bus trip to the D-backs game as they play the ut. you can Marlins. Why drive to and from a gamedwhen o ol ride in cool comfort? The bus will leave s s from behind the i t Vistoso Center at 9:15 AM and leave the ball park a half ven great seats that are ehave hour after the game ends. We s i not far from refreshmentsThor service provided to your seat. There will only be one bus, so get your tickets early.

Enter the SCOV Community Phone Directory Photo Contest We are looking for an award-winning photo to grace the cover of our Community Phone Directory. Submit your photo of the community by Friday, June 28, to crichard@suncityorovalley.com.

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If you purchased a ticket please be behind the Vistoso Center by 9:15 AM to board the bus for Phoenix.

Thursday, July 4, 2 PM, Concert, Auditorium

Annual Fourth of July concert, performed by the great Sun City Singers. Look for details from the Sun City Singers and posters in all facilities.

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Workshops

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Classes

AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) Classes

Classes are held the fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui, taught by Lonnie Davis. You could save the life of a loved one or friend by taking this class. Call Lonnie 917-8073 to sign up for the June 26 class. There will be no classes in July, August or September.

Gin Rummy

This year-round workshop is at George and Beverly Riley’s home. All skill levels are welcome. We practice playing, discuss the standardized game rules of SCOV, as well as scoring, etiquette and skill tactics. Couples and singles invited. No fee or dues. Call 818-0877.

2013-2014 Phone Directory- Deadline June 30th All SCOV residents, please review your directory listing online in the Members Only section.

If there are additions, corrections or deletions of information, or if you are a new resident not listed, you can go online in Members Only, and click on New, Add or Change Your Directory Information and complete the online form.

If you have two cell phones, please designate the initial(s) of the person who answers that number.

New/Change/Remove/Add forms are available at Administration in the Vistoso Center.

You may also email Carolyn Lerch, to make your request gclerch@comcast.net.

Do it now while you are thinking about it. No computer? Ask a friend, or call Carolyn at 520-818-3319.

Parkinson’s Exercise Classes

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Exercise classes are held every Monday and Thursday, 4 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache, $10/class or $50/ month. Spouse or caretaker is welcome at every class. Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561.

Go to www.scovaz.com Hover over Residents Click on MEMBERS ONLY Click on Click Here to Create A New Account (located under Login) Click on Member Registration Form Fill in the blanks Click Continue Your Membership Sign-In request will be approved within 24-72 hours.

Yoga Summer School Now Forming

Register now for a special 8-week summer series of yoga classes to be offered June 4-July 30, with no class July 2. See the Yoga Club’s article for complete information.

For Your Information The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.

AARP Tax Assistance AARP tax counselors at Vistoso Center are no longer available for consultation. If you need assistance with your federal or Arizona return, please contact David Likness, tax counselor at the local AARP office, 6700 N. Oracle Road, Suite 331, Tucson or call 520-571-9884.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Each day an average of 38,000 pints of blood are needed for patients in the United States. As a way of rewarding generous volunteer donors for their acts of kindness, the American Red Cross has partnered with Keebler. SCOV’s next drive is Thursday, June 20, 8-11 AM, Auditorium. To schedule an appointment, call the Red Cross 1-800-448-3543 or visit redcrossblood.org. Keebler cookies will be available at the refreshment table.

Donate Your Old Cell and Smart Phones The SCOV Emerge! Auxiliary wants to thank the many folks who have donated cell or smart phones.

We are still looking for used phones with chargers.

Phones will be set for 911 calls only and will be used exclusively by participants in cooperation with Emerge! Center for Abuse. Unused phones will be recycled and the money donated to Emerge! Call Nancy Williams 818-3178 for drop-off.

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Writer’s Club Forming All writers are welcome, prose or poetry. Our goal is improving writing skills. Monthly meetings will be at members’ homes or a SCOV facility, last about two hours and feature the writers reading pieces they submit. As each piece is read, comments by the other members present will focus on content, creativity, grammar and punctuation. Only positive comments will be allowed.

Topics are chosen by members monthly; the topic, however, does not have to be followed. You may find this is a good venue for starting the memoir you have always wanted to write, or the next great American novel may start right here in SCOV. You may find being with others who love to write will give you the energy and skills to put the ink on paper.

Call Paul Mercer 520-333-3490 if interested.

Thank You Corner This section allows residents to express thanks to the community. Articles should not exceed 50 words and should not contain thanks to specific persons.

Thank you to all who have contributed aluminum cans and those who went to the Pancake Breakfast event for your support to the Loan Room. Also the very gracious people who staff the Loan Room, It was a tremendous help after my foot surgery to have the knee scooter, crutches and wheel chair all free; it’s just amazing.

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I would like to thank all of you for your cards, gifts, visits and calls during my stay in rehab with a broken hip. I can’t put into words how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Betty Sarr

Memoriam To record the passing of a current or former resident call 917-8065 or complete a Tipster form located in the Vistoso Center.

Residents

Tom Clark 1 Doris Sollin 1 Dorothy Young 1 Dean Flygstad 1 Walt Brownell 1 Bob Amantrout 1

February 7 April 19 April 28 May 5 May 6 May 14

Clubs Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 818-9073 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 8 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center/Pool Art League Co-Pres. Dave Dame 825-7430 Judy Bjorling 818-1296 Colored Pencil Club Peggy Webb 825-2731 or Betty Sarr 825-7801 Fridays, October 1-May 15, 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Watercolor John Ebert 818-1830 Registration Irma Franke 825-1198 irmawf@comcast.net Tuesdays 9 AM-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The Watercolor Club meets Tuesdays at Catalina Vista.

Come share your techniques and paintings with the group.

The library has many books, DVD’s and CD’s available to members to help you develop skills to share the story of your painting.

Arthritis Water Pres. Dawn Simske 825-0907 Sec. Ruth Hofstetter 825-8990 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:15 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center/Pool

Come join us for gentle water exercise specifically designed by the Arthritis Foundation to help with range of motion and to relieve stiffness and pain. These exercises are great for arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced hips and knees, etc. Our resident volunteer instructors, Dawn Simske and Helen Kirk, are Arthritis Foundation trained. Dues $4/yr. Note time change.

Astronomy Pres. Bob Mc Pherson 825-0097 jmphers2@comcast.net October-May, Third Thursday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/astronomy/

Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) - Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 818-6509 mmoyerpp@gmail.com

October-May, Mondays, 11 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

This fun, mixed acappella Barbershop Chorus will be taking a rest during the summer months. Meanwhile, get together with some friends and just keep singing. Have a harmonious summer.

Etching - Printmakers Vickie Von Elbe 825-1329 Fridays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Bible Study Men’s Bible Study Fred Gustin 825-7531 Bill Moeller 825-8695 October-May, Tuesdays, 7:30 AM, Catalina Vista

Fine Arts Studio Pres. Mellanie Herbert 825-2258 Wednesdays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Our Men’s Bible Study will be on vacation from May to September, but during the summer, we will meet every Tuesday, 8 AM, Sun City Café, for breakfast and fellowship.

The summer stalwarts still paint each Wednesday in the comfy cool of our studio. The walls of our Social Hall are now adorned with paintings/photos by the entire SCOV community. They will remain on display through September. Any community members wishing to have their work displayed in the Social Hall through the summer should call Dave Dame or Judy Bjorling.

Oil Painting - Art Made Easy Merle Broadbent 818-0098 Mondays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Sculpture Gene Eckebrecht 825-2419 Mondays, 9 AM-5 PM , Catalina Vista/Art Studio

We still sculpt through the summer in our cool studio at Catalina Vista. Our teaching sculptors are here through the summer, so all interested in learning this very satisfying art form should come join us.

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Precept Women’s Bible Study Linda Miller 818-2716 Pat Gustin 825-7531 Wednesdays, October-April, 8:45 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

We are a caring group of women of all faiths who study and pray together. Our Bible study sessions will resume in October.

Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Tom Meyer 612-791-1791 Membership Tom and Bonnie Bethea 773-680-7228 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Mountain View Plaza www.scovaz.com/clubs/cyclists/

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Book Clubs Book Kate Cusumano 520-437-2074 kate.cusumano@gmail.com First Monday, 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

that day. New riders are welcome. Contact Larry Lee 8182200 for ride details.

Billiards Don Weed 520-498-1171 Monday-Friday, Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

George Jelton is the new club champion, defeating Ray Hicks in a very close match.

The past month also saw two tournaments. On April 24, first place was shared by Jay Wilala and Terry Henrichs. Second place was a four way tie among George Jelton, George Riley, Bert Bertera and Hal Hufford.

The May 5 tournament was won by Tony Kulpa. John Tiedje came in second.

New officers have been elected and will take office July 1. The new slate will be Pres., Don Weed; VP, Terry Henrichs; Sec., Clyde Cottrell; Treas., Jack Mathies and Director, Harry Plumlee.

The next tournament will be held June 11.

Thinking about playing? Dues are only $10. Drop in between Noon and 4 PM, weekdays, and meet some of the members.

Birders Group Marjorie Flory 825-4580 First Friday, 4 PM, Catalina Vista www.scovaz.com/clubs/birders/

All residents are welcome to bird with us and attend our planning meeting June 7. You must contact the group coordinator prior to 4 PM the day before a trip to assure your car- Birding under the Honeybee Canyon bridge pool space. Meet at the close to Sun City Oro Valley. parking area behind the Vistoso Center 15 minutes before the departure time.

Bring lunch where indicated. Don’t forget binoculars, hat, water, sunscreen and bird guidebook. Gas money will be collected before departure from SCOV. Check our website for updated information on future Birding Trips.

Wed., Jun. 5, 6 AM Mt. Lemmon. Maggie & Roger Hinkle 818-9488. Take

lunch. $10 carpool.

Wed., Jun. 19, 6 AM Sweetwater Ponds. Marj Flory 825-4580. $3 car pool.

Tue., Jul. 23, 5 AM Harshaw road & Paton’s. Maggie and Roger Hinkle

818-9488. Bring money for lunch out. $13 carpool.

Bocce Pres. Karl Dalla Rosa 825-1982 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 PM, Bocce Courts

We had our first evening Bocce meeting on May 1.

We all had such a good time. Weather was perfect and it felt so good to be outside with friends and playing a really fun game. If you have never tried playing Bocce, come down and give it a try. It is an easy game and we have a friendly group. Summer is a really good time to come and learn how to play. We are a small group during the summer months, so you would have lots of help.

Hope to see you on the Bocce court.

On June 3, we will review the first book in our new list for the 2013-2014 season: The Boy In The Suitcase by Lene Kaaberbol and Agnete Friis. This book deals with the criminal mistreatment of women and children, compassionately told from a feminine perspective and featuring female characters you can believe in: a Red Cross nurse, wife, and mother of two and a compulsive do-gooder. Opening a friend’s locker, she discovers a suitcase, and inside the suitcase is a three-year-old boy; naked and drugged, but alive.

Newcomers and guests are always welcome.

Great Books Pres. Barbara Gates 825-7645 VP Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762 October-May, First and Third Wednesdays, 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Following a very successful season that enriched our membership numbers and our discussions, we will now break and re-group in October.

Should you wish to get a head start on our readings for next season, we’ve chosen a new publication, Great Conversations 6, available from The Great Books Foundation, 800-222-5870 or www.greatbooks.org. This book contains selections from authors as varied as Francis Bacon, Robert Browning, George Eliot, Mark Twain, Thomas Mann, Katherine Mansfield and Mary McCarthy.

Hope to see more new faces at the table in the fall.

Bowling - Pathfinders Blake Napper 818-2718 Mondays, 9:30 AM, Fiesta Lanes (River and Oracle Rd.) Bridge

Duplicate Bridge Pres. Nancy Mason 825-7015 Mondays, 6 PM; Fridays, 12:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago

Annual dues of $8 pp are payable now. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before play begins, so we can start on time. Bring $1 pp for prize money each time you play.

Residents can play twice before joining. Renters with an Association renter’s card are welcome to join.

Guests of residents may play only twice in a year.

We are not an ACBL-sanctioned club and do not award master points.

Ladies Monday Social Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Mondays, Noon, Social Hall/Navajo

Spend an enjoyable Monday afternoon playing no-stress bridge for only $3 pp annually.

Ladies Wednesday Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Wednesdays, 12:25 PM, Social Hall/Hopi

It’s always a lovely day to play a lively bridge game with friends. Come and join us. Tallies will be 50¢.

Marathon Bridge June Jaeger 818-9564

The Marathon begins each year in October. If you’d like to join this fall, call June.

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Mixed Social Bridge Pres. Barney Budreck 825-2172

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Now that the sun is up earlier, let’s play bridge at 8:30 AM. If you do not have a partner, we will help you find one.

Join our group and play twice before paying the $6 pp annual dues. Coffee will be ready and waiting for you.

Practice Bridge Pres. Joe Pheanis 818-9144 Sec./Treas. Louise Lines 825-6673 Mondays, Wednesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Get back in the game with your neighbors. Enjoy an afternoon honing your bridge skills.

Tuesday Night Partners Bridge Pres., Joe Quinn 825-0354 VP, Buzz Dolsberry 825-8090 Treas., Gloria Magee 825-6695 Sec., Rowena Hardinger 825-0752 lhhrlh@aol.com Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago

Bring your partner and arrive by 6:20 PM for a friendly game of bridge. We congratulate our new officers for agreeing to keep the club a social highlight for Tuesday evening. Each player contributes $1 to play the game, and the winners divide the spoils at the end of play.

Bunco Fern 825-8127 Pat 825-7198 Fourth Tuesday, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Canasta CJ Barbee 825-5885 Rosemary Dalla Rosa 825-1982 Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis

July starts our new year, so if you haven’t paid your dues, please do so this month. If anyone is interested in helping out in any capacity, please let Coleen or Rosemary know. We will discuss this on the last meeting of this month. We’d like to wish you all a happy and safe summer, and we look forward to seeing all our regular members.

Desert Celtic Society Pres. Frank Maisch 825-8583 Ceramic Pres. Jane Habbershaw 825-2635 Monday-Wednesday, Noon-3 PM; Tuesday and Friday, 9 AM-Noon Craft Complex/Ceramics

Election of new officers for 2013-2014 are: Pres., Jane Habbershaw; VP, Helen Bronkhorst; Treas., Rusty Kiesling; Sec., Kris Hablewitz.

The annual salad luncheon will be held in February 2014.

Dues for the upcoming year are payable before July 1 to our Treasurer.

The ceramics club welcomes new members and will help anyone acquire the knowledge needed to enjoy this art form. We are a down-to-earth club extending new friendships and social fun, as well as an artistic outlet.

Clay

Pres. Bob Arms 395-1697 First Thursday, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Clay Studio

Vistoso Computer Society (VCS) Information Paul Chorney 825-8502 chorneys@comcast.net Gaston Meloche 638-5404 educationchair.gaston@gmail.com Membership Dave Johnson 2427 Nasturtium St., 825-6994 www.scovaz.com/clubs/computer/

Officers for 2013-2014 are Pres., Gaston Meloche; VP, Del Salvaterra; Treas., Howard Kaspy; Sec., Trisha Bergen; Members-at-Large, Pat Mulligan, Dave Johnson and Sharon Randall.

There are no general meetings or instructional computer classes for June, July and August.

We are having one help session a month on the fourth Tuesday of each summer month.

Help Session for PC and Mac Users Tues. June 25, 1–3 PM, Computer Lab Membership dues are $10 per household starting January 1, 2013. Checks, not cash, will be accepted for dues at the meetings or sent to Dave Johnson, 2427 E. Nasturtium St., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, along with the application form available outside the learning center. Membership is required for all classes except Beginning PC and includes help sessions and the right to join the ListServ (online bulletin board) to receive announcements and computer help from other members. To be added to the VCS or Mac listserv, click on ListServ on the VCS web page.

Recycle used ink cartridges in the bin provided just outside the computer lab.

Cribbage Robert Hines 825-2208 First and Third Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Our next tournament will be June 6.

Dance Groups Ballroom - Vistoso Villanellas Pres. George Holthus 818-1042 Membership Al Burdi 818-3516 October-May Dances: Third Friday, 6:30-9:30 PM, Auditorium Dancin’ Dynamos Pres. Patsy Pulley 825-6694 Sec./Treas. Del Salvaterra 834-5146

Do you love to dance? Dancin’ Dynamos is a great way to try out dancing for fun and exercise. Annual dues $5 pp.

Hula - Aloha Hula Sisters Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com Class and Practice Social Hall/Dance Studio Class October-May, Tuesdays, 1-3 PM Practice October-May, Thursdays, 2:45-3:45 PM www.scovaz.com/clubs/hula/

We are in recess from June through end of September.

Come join us again in early October as Del will teach new choreography for new and continuing students. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Del.

Tappers Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Dancersize/Intermediate tap Fridays, 3 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

No Club meetings until September.

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Line Dancing - Sunliners Pres. Karen Caldwell 825-5231 Membership Cherry Harper 818-6396 www.scovaz.com/clubs/sunliners

All classes, practices and dances are held in the Auditorium unless otherwise noted.

DANCES: Open Line Dance Party

Fri., June 7, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium Sat., June 8, 5:30-9 PM

Intermediate Continuing Beginner

Sat., 9-10 AM Sat., 10:15-11:15 AM

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Sun., 11 AM-Noon, Dance Studio Thu., 2:45-3:55 PM Thu., 3:55-5 PM

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Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Earl Cohen 818-2582 Dances in the Auditorium http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/rocknroll/

Saturday night, July 13, is our annual meeting and Beach Ball dance party. Watch your emails and Tipster for more details.

Renewal applications will be sent via email in July and will be due back by September 1. This year there will be no reminders or extensions, as there is a waiting list of over 30 residents hoping to join the club. Don’t forget that membership is contingent on serving on a dance committee or other function once during the year. If you are asked to serve and you do not help, your membership may not be renewed.

Square Dancing - Sundancers Co-Pres. Roger and Jane Radomsky 531-1054 rogernjane@msn.com Caller Ron Markus Dances Wednesdays, 7 PM, Auditorium www.sundancersquarestucson.com

Weekly dances continue on Wednesdays during the summer which is an excellent time to fine tune your square dancing skills. The Social Hall is cool, the friendships are warm, the dances are relaxed and the dress is casual.

Dances take place every Wednesday. Dancing begins at 6:30 PM and Plus Calls are 7-8:30 PM. The first dance in June will be all singing calls.

Mark your calendar for the Ice Cream Social July 10.

Western Dancing - Kactus Kickers Pres. Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com Dances November-April, Second Friday, Auditorium www.scovaz.com/clubs/kactus/

Congratulations to our new and returning officers for 2013-2014: President/Membership, Del Salvaterra; Co-VP’s, Tom and Penny Hendrix; Sec., Yvette Schulz; Treas., Pam Mathwig.

We ended our season with a BBQ party of great burgers and dancing. A big thanks to all who made this dance and our previous dances a big success. The new Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, June 2013

board will be working hard to make our next dance season even better. Send your thoughts and suggestions via email to Del. See you in the fall.

Day Trippers Chair Jack Gallagher 825-4650 Membership Roy & Barb Riley 818-9939

Meetings Second Friday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo Sun., June 16 Annual Ice Cream Social, a sing-along, prizes for best and worst. Cost $5 members and house guests only. Social Hall/Navajo 2:30-4:30 PM. Monitors: Steve and Judy Taillie 825-8804.

Mon., July 22 A free bus trip to WildHorse Casino. Bus leaves promptly at 9 AM and departs casino at 4 PM. Includes $5 food voucher, $10 gambling voucher. Open to non-members.

Monitor: Joan VanderVliet 825-4650.

August To Be Announced Tue.-Fri., Sept. 24-27 Wait List for this event. Oatman, AZ/Mesquite, NV/ Zion & Bryce Nat’l Parks/St. George, UT/Tuacahn Red Rock Theater (Starlight Express) Cost: $380 pp dbl/$475 sgl. due June 14. Includes: hotels for 3 nights, bus, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners. Bus leaves Sept. 24, 6 AM. Monitors: Joy Johnson 825-0412 & Helen Bronkhorst 825-0201.

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Democratic Pres. Ben Love 825-8064 bflove1@juno.com VP Arlene Lehto 825-1327 Saturday, September 14, 1 PM, Social Hall/Navajo www.pimadems.org

The Democratic Club will not meet again until fall.

Our Board will meet August 21 at 1:30 PM. The Democrats of Oro Valley meet in the Oro Valley Library the second Monday, 7 PM, Naranja and La Canada.

Dinner ’N Show Nancy Butler 825-4664 nanrich2@centurylink.com Julie Balough 818-1046 First Monday, 7:15 PM, Auditorium

All are welcome to join us for our monthly meetings.

Bring your checkbook because we prefer not to take cash.

Non-members are welcome to attend for an additional $3.

Sat., Jun. 15 Damn Yankees, Hale Center. Bus, lunch and show $72.

Bus leaves 11 AM, Marcia Polley 818-9073.

Thu.,July 4 Tucson Padres ball game, Keno Sports Park. Bus, lunch, game and fireworks $39. Gay Russell 825-5763.

Buses leave on time behind Vistoso Center. Time posted is when the bus leaves the parking lot.

Discussions Groups Great Decisions Jack Evert 818-3068 saljack439@msn.com Pro Freedom Jim Huffer 825-8743 September-May, Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 11 AM, Social Hall/Papago

We’ll take a break in the summer and see you again on September 11 and 25, 11 AM, Social Hall/Papago.

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Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Marge Gustafson margustafson@gmail.com Membership Elaine Deeter 825-5388 Meetings November, January and March, third Thursday, 2 PM, Social Hall/Hopi

With hot weather, we have extra concerns about our dogs’ health and comfort. Please remember that when you are walking your dog it is 10 to 15 degrees warmer down at his level than at the level of your head. He is feeling the heat from the pavement, and if his fur is a dark color, he is absorbing more heat. Seek shady places to walk your dog go out early before the sun starts heating up the pavements and take the dog for a nice walk after dark to enjoy the evening’s coolness. Be sure you have plenty of water to offer your dog during summer walks. Keep a close eye on your dog for signs of heat stress.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Leader, Diana Magness, magnessdd@gmail.com Co-Leader Zona Boss 638-6644 Wednesdays, 1:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

The purpose of this new club is to provide a community drum circle for any woman wanting to connect with others through hand drumming, using African Djembe drums, hand-held Native American frame drums and other small percussion instruments.

For thousands of years, people worldwide have used group drumming to energize minds and bodies, strengthen community bonds, release stress and to celebrate life. Recent clinical studies have also conclusively documented some of the many physical, mental and emotional benefits of purpose-driven drumming.

The circle has been meeting weekly in homes for several months and currently has over 22 members. All women are welcome regardless of experience. Bring your drum and join the fun. Instruments are provided for those without, or come and just listen to the rhythms.

Energetic Exercise Carole Tracy 825-1187 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:25-9:30 AM, Auditorium

Stay fit in air-conditioned comfort, and get out of the house to join your friends for fun and fitness in our classes. You’ll enjoy a vigorous and beneficial aerobic and cardio workout. Sally Martinez, our professional instructor, keeps classes lively and interesting with a variety of sessions that meet your body’s fitness needs.

New members are always warmly welcomed. Your first class is free.

Current members: Please pay your annual $3 dues before leaving for the summer.

Class tickets are a bargain. $30 for 12 classes.

Euchre Jack and Barb Matthies 825-4891 (October-May) Jack and Maria Welch 395-1205 (May-October) Mondays, meet 5:45 PM, play 6 PM, Catalina Vista

Don’t watch TV at night; come play euchre, a fastmoving game. Meet your neighbors and make new friends. If you are new to the game, we will be glad to teach you. Bring your smile and 50¢; we are looking forward to seeing you.

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Financial Strategies Jim Huffer 825-8743 First and Third Tuesdays, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi

We’ll take a break in the summer and see you again September 3.

We will bring our own investment ideas to the meeting and research them together, using a commercially available program.

Vistoso Native American Flute Circle Pres. Fred Draper 405-4090 Member Information Ed Pendrys 825-7151 No meetings till October First Sunday, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Learning to play a new musical instrument is one way to keep your mind alert. Our club offers you the opportunity to play the Native American Flute. You do not need to know how to read music, and it is easy to learn with only five basic notes.

All who were able to attend our last meeting of the year on May 5, were treated to a Keith Stanford discussion on flute making, what to look for when purchasing a flute and Apache sign language.

Check the internet for flute festivals over the summer.

Garden Zona Boss 638-6644 zona1boss@gmail.com Joyce Patten 825-0774 jpatten007@comcast.net Second Wednesday, 1 PM Catalina Vista/Pima

Our regular meetings have ended for the summer. If you would like to join the Summer Group for various activities, please email or call Zona or Joyce to be included. We also have a summer book sharing group. Contact Zona for details.

Have a Happy Summer. Our next full meeting will be October 9.

Genealogy Pres. Michael Carroll 818-0556 Ancestral Research Barbara Krecklow 825-4695 October-May, Second Tuesday, 1 PM, Social Hall/Navajo www.scvgs.org

Monthly meetings resume in October.

Our club rooms are open to members all summer whenever we have a facilitator. The rooms are in the Vistoso Center across the hall from Apache. The weekly schedule is posted on the club room door and distributed to members by email. You can also follow our website/blog for genealogical tips and news, all year.

Gin Rummy George Riley 818-0877 Mondays, 6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec

We play team games by drawing cards for partners with no choice of teammates or tables. There are no dues or fees for this club. Games have comparatively low stakes. Call George or Bev Riley for information.

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Gun Pres. Warren Cuthbert 818-1282 Membership Don Nolan 825-5570 October-May, Second Wednesday, 2 PM, Social Hall/Papago Club does not meet June-September

No meetings until October.

Hand and Foot Bonnie Arneson 520-229-1084 Sundays, 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis Havurah

Co-Pres. Michael and Sonny Kaye 825-8546 Corresponding Sec. Lorie Behrmann 395-1812 October-May, Third Monday, 7 PM, Catalina Vista www.scovaz.com/clubs/havurah/

Havurah just completed another season of activities combining Jewish culture with celebrations, friendship and informative lectures. At our May meeting, Sonny and Michael Kaye, our 2012-2013 co-presidents were thanked for all their hard work in making this such a banner year for Havurah.

Our May program was our traditional Ice Cream Social. The new Board of Directors, which was elected at our April General meeting, will take office on July 1.

Please check our website over the summer for the latest news.

Hiking

Jim Williams 818-2226 jaswilliams128@msn.com www.scovaz.com/clubs/hiking

When you check out the club’s current newsletter, you will notice that there are fewer hikes scheduled during the summer months. This is not only because of the heat, but also because many of the club’s guides are seasonal residents. So, if you are a club member and are interested in becoming a guide, please contact Michael Lubatkin at mikelubatkin@business.uconn. edu. If you will be hiking this summer, bring more water than you know you will need. Electrolytes are also a good idea particularly on long hikes on hot days. Remember to watch where you step as rattlesnakes are now out, and be sure to wear sunscreen and a large hat. If you are new to SCOV and would like to join the club, please contact Jim Williams to schedule an orientation hike.

Horseshoes Ray Coleman 825-2789

Ron Knudson 825-9307 Tuesdays and Thursdays, pits located at Catalina Vista May-September, 8 AM; October-April 2 PM

Congratulations to Ray Coleman, winner of the Men’s A Bracket, National Horseshoe Pitching Association Arizona State Tournament held April 6 in Tucson, Arizona.

During the warm summer months, join us at 8 AM for fun and good exercise.

Fence Any new painting of the side and rear yard perimeter fencing around your lot must be done using Weathered Brown. All fencing needs to be painted Weathered Brown by January 1, 2016.

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ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Lei Lane Bammel leibammel@earthlink.net Curriculum Sharyn Rafiean srafieyan@comcast .net Registration Karen/Sherwin Koopmans skkoops@gmail.com Samplers Gaston Meloche ILR Samplers@gmail.com http://suncityilr.com

Twelve new classes, ranging from the history of the Supreme Court to the Brontes, begin October 14. Early registration is complete, but a second registration period for Fall classes will be held from August 19-24.

Course descriptions are available at Catalina Vista in the ILR Library, the Sun City Library Lounge, next to the magazine rack, or on the website. To attend, please fill out the attached registration form and include a onetime membership fee of $25, plus $10 per class. If you are already a member, include the class fee only. Samplers, two-hour presentations on a variety of subjects, will be held each Thursday; these do not require membership, registration or a fee.

Last month in this space, we described the many tasks and responsibilities essential to maintaining the momentum of a program the size of the ILR, i.e., over 750 members selecting among approximately 28 classes per year, complemented by approximately eighteen Samplers. As we approach our 11th year, some of the stalwarts who have nurtured and expanded the ILR need relief. Please consider how you might contribute to maintaining the ILR. Japanese Flower Arranging Donald Marier 825-4878 dmarier1@comcast.net Doris Oliver 818-1512 dorisoliver81@msn.com October-May, Second and Fourth Mondays, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Karate Pres. Fred Hargrave 825-1779 Classes Wednesdays, 9 AM-Noon, Social Hall/Dance Studio

Boy it’s hot. But it’s cool to study karate. Marilyn was promoted to green belt, Dennis was raised to blue belt before he left for the summer in Chicago, and Florence is on her way to yellow belt. Come and join us.

We study Okinawan ShitoRyu Karate tailored to your physical condition, needs and desires. We also learn modern self protection techniques and theory. We also study self defense using the same techniques that are taught to the police and the military. We simply modify them for seniors. No one gets hurt in our classes. Improve your balance, strength, flexibility, memory and gain confidence. Call Instructor Paul Lauff 548-5725, or President Fred Hargrave.

Mah Jongg Pres. J oyce Unger 825-8069 Tres., Eileen Sevy 825- 5695 Thursdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Business meeting, First Thursday

Join us for fun and friendship as we play the game of Mah Jongg with the new 2013 card. Yearly dues are payable after July, $5 cash.

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Mexican Train Dominoes Pres. Judy Rigby 638-8800 Second and Fourth Saturdays, 6 PM, Catalina Vista

Mexican Train Dominoes continues throughout the summer months. Join us on June 8 and 22.

Contact the Judy Rigby for a copy of the rules. New players are encouraged to arrive by 5:30 PM. Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 743-7283 fjfaust1030@gmail.com, Second Friday, 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers

All SCOV residents are welcome at our monthly meetings.

We welcome new members, both historians and model builders. We are continuing our monthly meetings during the summer. Join us to see what we are about and enjoy a Modelers are gathered in front of a Boeing 727 cup of coffee and a at Pima College Aviation Tech Center during a sweet roll. recent club field trip.

From time to time, we plan field trips like the one shown in the picture. What members bring in for Show and Tell serves as a conduit for our discussions. A member’s scale model may be an example of something another member may have had some first-hand experience either in designing, building the prototype or operating the prototype.

Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee llse 952-201-8667 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Third Wednesdays, 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima www.scovaz.com/clubs/healthwellness

Our club is trying something new this summer (May -October). Each month we’ll show a DVD on a natural health topic and, when possible, have a short discussion.

Our next movie will be June 19. No RSVP needed; neither dues nor money is required.

Hungry For Change, a documentary, exposes shocking secrets the diet, weight loss and food industry don’t want you to know with deceptive strategies designed to keep you coming back for more. Find out what’s keeping you from having the body and health you deserve and how to escape the diet trap forever.

The presentation features interviews with best selling health authors and leading medical experts, plus real life transformational stories with those who know what it’s like to be sick and overweight. Learn from those who have been there and continue your health journey today.

Any questions, email summer movie coordinator Deena Harris godeena@aol.com.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Ena Mindel 818-7780 Mondays, Fridays, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis Wednesdays, 9 AM-1 PM, Desert Oasis

Pan (Panguingue) is an enjoyable and interesting card game. Come watch us play at any session. If you like what you see, we’ll teach you to play. Call Ena Mindel.

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Vistoso Photo Pres. Dave Henderson 465-0650 June-August, meeting Second Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/photoclub Schedule for June Wed., Jun. 12, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista Program meeting emphasis will be on creatively sharing our photographs and learning from one another in an informal setting. We welcome you to join us. Contact Rudi Punzmann, 825-2147.

September-May, we add the fourth Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista to our meeting schedule.

Winners at the Intermediate level for the April competition assignment Roads, Walks and/or Paths were Eileen Sevy, Rudi Punzmann, Ken Ayers, and Brenda Ericsson.

We invite you to view the club’s website where you will find a photo gallery of this year’s digital competition submissions. http://suncityorovalley.com/clubs/ photoclub/homepage.html.

Photo Workshop David Smoler 818-7880 david.of.oro@gmail.com No sessions until October http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/photoworkshop/

The Photo Workshop goes dark during the summer. Please join us for our regular sessions in the coming season. If you have any photo related questions during the summer, email us david.of.oro@gmail.com.

The Photo Workshop Club emphasizes education and the sharing of experience in both photographic composition and technical skill. All sessions offer a wide range of techniques that can be applied regardless of equipment and skill level.

Pickleball

Pres. Judy Cornelius judycornelius@charter.net Treas. Phil Houpt 638-5955 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/pickleball

The summer hours, May through September, for casual and competitive pickleball club members are 6-9 AM every day, and 6-8 PM Monday through Friday. All other times are by res- Photo by Liz Lewcock ervation to only SCOV residents. Call the Aquatic and Fitness Center, 9178067, to make reservations and check out paddles and balls. One court per person. Reservations may be made two days in advance.

Pickleball trainers from June through September are Maria Welch 395-1205 and Brenda Hawkins 531-0256.

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Pilates Mary Ayers 638-7916 mary.pilates@gmx.com Mondays, 3 PM, Thursdays, 1:30 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

Did you know that Pilates is excellent for strengthening both men’s and women’s core muscles (the muscles located in your abdomen and back)? It also helps to improve your balance, and it is excellent for people with back problems. The exercises are adaptable for all skill levels and will help to strengthen muscles in your entire body.

Come and give our classes a try $8 per class plus a $20 annual membership fee.

Pinochle Barbara Matthies 825-4891 Play Wednesdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands.

Skills rusty? We’ll get you up to speed quickly. Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. Annual dues $5 pp.

Poker

Men’s Friday Poker George Rose 520-303-2019 tucsonroses@live.com Fridays, 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis

Playing poker with your neighbors can be most enjoyable. We play high only, five draw, five stud, seven stud, Omaha, Texas Hold’em and iron cross (criss cross). No dues. Bring your own refreshments. The dealer will ante cards for all players, which gives him control of the game. The cards speak for themselves.

Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the front door and come with the intention of having three hours of enjoyable, no-hassle, understandable poker.

Sun City Vistoso Quilters Carol Guibert 818-0441 carolguibert1@gmail.com September-May, Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/quilters.html

See you all in the fall. We have an exciting lineup of meetings and classes for next season.

Racquetball Pres. Al Lichaa 812-0198 Sec./Treas. John Wilson 818-2368 Open Mixed Doubles Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 8-11 AM

Summer play will be limited due to lack of court availability with construction. Come exercise by playing this energetic and enjoyable sport. Have a good summer while watching our new fitness center rise to completion.

Early Music Recorder Ensemble Marge Flory 825-4580 Tuesdays, Noon, Catalina Vista

Have a recorder (the instrument)? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a group?

Soprano, alto, tenor and bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Sheet music is provided.

SCOV visitors welcome.

RV Club - Sundowners Member information Dennis Kraft 612-799-4047 October-May, Second Monday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo www.scovaz.com/clubs/sundowners/

Meetings are suspended for the summer while residents are traveling on their own to visit family or exploring the country in anticipation of future trips.

Meetings will resume in the fall beginning with a welcome back coffee and bagels on October 14.

Men’s Poker David Habbershaw 825-2635 dhabbershaw@q.com Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis

Republican Pres. Merritt McGlothlin 572-7853 merrittm@nationwide.net Membership Glenda McCormick 818-1051

Prepare & Share Dining Elizabeth Houle Nelson and Dennis Nelson 818-6646 deneliz64@gmail.com Meetings in members’ homes at various times

There will be no regular meeting through September. However, watch your email for a possible summer event. If you aren’t getting club notices, please send your email address to Merritt.

At the end-of-the-year party, the board members were applauded for their leadership in the Prepare and Share Dinner Club. New board members were elected for 2013-2014. This club does not meet during the summer, but will begin with a Kick-Off Party, Thursday, October 31, Social Hall/Navajo catered by Wildflower Grill. Mark your calendar for this event and join the group for an exciting year preparing creative menus and conversing with other food enthusiasts.

Summer contacts are Judy Potter 825-9714 and Jim Stoetzel 825-1774.

Golf Course Walkers & Riders For those of you who enjoy walking and riding the course, please check the times on the signs as we certainly do not want any conflicts with the golfing traffic. No pets are allowed on the golf course.

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St. Philip’s Support Group Kirk Kuykendall 825-1693 kksctsn@comcast.net

Let’s celebrate summer. St. Philip’s Support Group will meet Friday, June 21, 5-7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo.

Bring an appetizer or dessert. Liquid refreshments will be provided by the hosts. Donations accepted. Summer is more fun with friends. For more information call Sue Huffer, 825-8743.

Scrabble Bill Wallace 818-6747 Fridays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

The Scrabble Club welcomes new members. We invite you to join us, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced player. The Official Scrabble Player’s Dictionary is our spell-check dictionary; we have several on hand as well as Scrabble sets. Call Bill Wallace or Corinne Kulick 825-7673.

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Seniors for Kids Jean Sax 818-2410 September-May, First Thursday, 8 AM, Desert Oasis

Although toy making continues throughout the summer months, no monthly meetings will be held until September. So, SFK members, please keep sawing and sewing until we get together again in the fall.

Sewing - Thimblelenas Janice Strassburg 818-7793 Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Crafts Complex/Sewing www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/

Our sewing umbrella includes Sun City Vistoso Quilters, Machine Embroidery, Pet Beds, Seniors for Kids, Casa Amigas and Cheer Bears with all types of sewing choices to interest you personally. We welcome you in one or all groups.

Casa Amigas Ruth Mayer 520-818-0066 Mondays and Thursdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Sewing www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/casaamigas.html

Satisfaction comes in many ways. Love to sew? Our group makes dresses, pants, shorts, tops, drawstring bags, bibs, smocks, quilts etc from our patterns for children who need a little more love. Not into sewing? How about cutting the patterns or pinning the quilts? Sew what interests you. Pick and choose. It’s all about the kids.

Cheer Bears Nancy Njaa 825-5486 September-May, Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/cheerbears.html Machine Embroidery Sue Lane 825-7518 Training Coordinator Karin Frohlich 825-5278 Third Thursday, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/machemb.html

Monthly meetings will resume in the fall.

Pet Beds Jan Bohe 825-9725 Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/petbeds.html

By cutting up scraps of fabrics that otherwise would be thrown away, we sew sturdy pillow cases and stuff them with the scraps and polyester fiberfill. The animals at the Humane Society really appreciate our efforts to provide comfy pillows to lie on.

friendly group of like-minded people to renew your knitting skills. So limber up your fingers and find out what you will need to begin. No fees.

Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. George Tanner 818-1226 gtanner65@gmail.com Shop hours Monday-Thursday, 9 AM-Noon Club meeting First Monday, 3:30 PM, Craft Complex/Silver Shop

We hope all our silver shop members have a safe and pleasant summer, whether here in sunny Arizona, or in their other summer locations.

We’ll all be looking forward to your return in the fall. Some of us will be busy working in the shop this summer; however, our summer hours are now changed to Monday-Thursday, 9 AMNoon. We will be closed on Fridays.

Sun City Singers Pres. Dick Cook 850-1821 Director Don Hess Rehearsals Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium

Rehearsals are under way for the Administrationsponsored Independence Day concert, Thursday, July 4, 2 PM, Auditorium. Come and enjoy patriotic songs emphasizing our nation’s freedom. This is a free concert with open seating.

Sun City Singles Pres. Jan Buchel 825-6735 VP Helen Smith 818-3614 Dinner Meetings Second Thursday, Happy Hour, Last Friday www.scovaz.com/clubs/singles/

Golf will be played Sunday, June 2, directed by Joe Tompkins, 818-9526.

A light summer dinner, with a variety of delectable tidbits, will be served June 13, 5:30 PM,Social Hall/Navajo.

The well-known Banjo Blasters will entertain after dinner.

Happy Hour June 28, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo is film night.

Tickets: Dinner $17 pp, Happy Hour $7 pp Ticket sales: Thursday, June 6, 10 AM- Noon and Friday, June 7, 1-2 PM Happy Hour Tuesday, June 25, 10-11 AM Social Hall/Kachina lounge

Sheepshead Pres. Bill Allen 825-3095 Tuesdays, 10 AM, Desert Oasis

Join us for a morning of friendship, cards and chatter.

The game is well-known in the upper Midwest and is played with 32 cards. Sounds easy, right? Come next Tuesday and find out.

Show ‘N Share Marion Nelmark 825-9331 Fridays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Make beautiful greeting cards with stamps on colorful card stock, or use silk or metallic thread to embroider patterns on cards, or try the Iris fold for a new twist.

Knit baby blankets for charity with donated yarn and a Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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Spanish Cultural Gary Lerch 818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net October, November, January-March Fourth Monday, 7 PM, Catalina Vista

We will see you next season.

Stained/Fused Glass Steve Taillie, 825-8804 cell 869-2441 Juliet Williams, 623-565-0153 (fused glass) Fusing: Sundays, 6-8 PM, Tuesdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Stained Glass: Wednesdays, Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Open Studio: Tuesday-Sunday, 8 AM-5 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed

For those who stay here, this is the time to take advantage of the additional elbow room in our studio.

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Dig out that pattern you have wanted to try. Join us for some summer fun.

The next general meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 6, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed.

State New England

A big thank you to all who helped make our 2013 New England Club dinner a success!

Save Saturday, February 22, 2014, 5-8 PM for another fun New England gathering.

Senior Olympics Swim Team Gordon Gillin 825-8261 swimgordon2@gmail.com

Our season has been completed. All swimmers should keep training, if possible. Watch the Tipster for further announcements regarding next season. The remodeling of the entire Aquatic & Fitness Center may compromise our plans.

Our team would appreciate new swimmers. Men and women 50 years old and above should contact Gordon Gillin for information and to sign up for our team.

Table Tennis Co-Chairs Clive Probert 825-8719 Ursula Jarvis 825-8461 www.scovaz.com/clubs/tabletennis/

We have play at all levels of ability, and it’s a great way to keep fit. Join us Saturday mornings, 10 AM, when we have our open play or call Clive Probert. We have paddles and balls available.

Table Tennis hours of club play, Catalina Vista:

Women Tue., 1:30-3:30 PM

Men/Advanced Women Tue., Thu: 5-8 PM

Men/Women Recreational Fri. 4-6 PM

Men/Women Recreational Tue., 3:30-5 PM

Open Club Play Fri., 6-8 PM

Clinic by Appointment Sat., 9-10 AM

Open Club Play Sat.,10 AM-Noon Tai Chi Co-Chairs Gail Barr 303-995-7485 gailbarr@gmail.com Peggy Lombard 825-4833 kandplombard@msn.com Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM, Dance Studio

Thanks to the hard work of our club co-chairs we’re officially a club.

Our current block of Tai Chi classes ends June 20 and then we’ll be taking the summer off.

Our next session will begin September 19. We’ll continue meeting on Thursdays. If interested, please contact either Gail or Peggy. Jose Hernandez-Rivera and Donna Drazenovich will continue as our instructors.

Clinical research has proven that Tai Chi is a preventive and rehabilitative therapeutic tool for a variety of health issues including balance, postural stability, musculoskeletal strength, flexibility, cardio-respiratory fitness, immune function and stress management. Tai Chi helps core awareness, quality of life and functional ability, endurance, fall prevention and reaction time in elderly people. In our class we stress the use of Tai Chi in your daily life.

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Tapestry Rug Hooking Ann Feeney 818-0340 Thursdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/Ceramics

We are always happy to enroll new members or have residents interested in rug hooking. Come see us.

Tennis Women Laurie Chikusa 825-4635 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 AM-Noon www.scovaz.com/clubs/tennis Men Karen Lee 818-2200 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 7 AM-Noon Mixed Doubles Sundays, 1-3 PM, Ruby Fuhrmann 818-7828

Summer hours are in effect until November 1. New members to the community are welcome to participate in club activities and can join at any time. Information is available on our website, linked through Sun City Oro Valley, or on the bulletin board at the main courts.

There is room for players of all abilities on the courts.

Congratulations to captain Dick Schaefer, co-captain Jan Fritz and team members, Don Andersen, Jim Benshoof, Rick Brown, Duane Eddy, Ron Fuhrmann, Steve Holmes, Marty Kass, Bayard Kellem and Jim Racey, for winning the spring SAZ league with an undefeated record. Many thanks to all for their support at matches and in filling in at practices.

Dates for fall and winter activities are printed on the back of your membership roster. It’s not too early to save the dates.

Theatrical - SRO (Standing Room Only) Pres. Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 VP Joe Guenther 825-7703

Many of you will be leaving for the summer months. Others will be sticking around to work on a few smaller projects for next season. There are great possibilities ahead.

Travelogue Jim Huffer 825-8743 September-May, Third Monday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo

After a break for the summer we’ll see you again September 16.

We will view Samantha Brown’s Asia series, for a rare and intimate look at what defines Asia today.

Ukulele - Sun City Vistoso Strummers Pres. Jean James 648-1118 Sec. Jackie Brown 825-2487 Kanikapila, Tuesdays, 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis/Zuni www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele/

The month of May saw the Strummers playing Catalina State Park and what a good time was had by all.

We continue to strum, learn and have fun together into the hot days of June. Bill Moeller continues to lead the Summer Strummers meetings every Tuesday.

The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch Keep our neighborhood safe.

Join the Posse.

Call Del Balston 825-9681 or John Njaa 825-5486 today.

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Wallyball and Water Volleyball Pres. Judy Rigby 520-638-8800 rigby_judy@yahoo.com (water volleyball rep) VP Terri Linssen 505-803-2671, tlinssen47@gmail.com Sec/Treas. Dave Martin 818-9249, dmartin600@gmail.com (wallyball rep) Wallyball Tuesday and Friday, 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Court Water Volleyball: Sunday and Thursday 2-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Pool Water Volleyball: Tuesdays 4:30-6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Pool www.scovaz.com/clubs/volleyball

On April 27 forty members of the club enjoyed an evening of great food and camaraderie at the home of Terri and Larry Linssen. The next club get-together will be this month. Watch emails for details. This club has plenty of opportunities for players of all skill levels.

Several people from SaddleBrooke joined the water volleyball players on a Tuesday evening in May for some competitive play. SCOV players often travel to SaddleBrooke to play volleyball with their club on an indoor court.

Woodcarvers - Barkcarvers - Gourd Pres. Kaaren Drent 818-2343 Woodcarvers Saturdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary Barkcarvers will resume in the fall Gourd Art Fridays 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary

The wood carvers will continue to meet throughout the summer. John Shaw will exhibit one of his fantastic carvings.

Barkcarvers

The bark carvers will resume meeting in the fall.

Gourd Art

The gourd artists will meet Friday mornings only until the seasonal residents return in the fall.

Woodworkers Pres. Keith Carlson 742-7726 Membership Lauren Strassburg 818-7793 www.scovaz.com/clubs/woodworkers/index.html

Because it is finally summer, the members will find that the shop is not always open. This is due to the lack of a monitor. There is a calendar on the monitor’s desk showing who will be there and when. Check it before you haul a bunch of lumber down for your project.

John Njaa, Bert Gustafson and others are working on a series of safety measures for the shop including classes for the monitors to better their understanding of the duties required to maintain that position. If you are interested in learning about monitoring, contact John or Lauren Strassberg.

The next business meeting will be in September. See you then.

Writers Adrian Korpel 818-0544

At present the Writers Club’s only organized activities are in poetry. Please see the Poets Corner.

Poets Corner Elise Asch 818-1345 Mondays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

Poets are often introspective and self-involved, but they also reflect on life itself. Joy Harjo’s poem entitled “Perhaps the World Ends Here” is an excellent example

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of such reflection. She starts with a simple statement: “The world begins at a kitchen table. No matter what, we must eat to live.” She elaborates: “The gifts of earth are brought and prepared, set on the table. So it has been since creation, and it will go on.” She speaks of children being given instructions “on what it means to be human” and gossip and dreams and becomes more metaphoric.

“This table has been a house in the rain, an umbrella in the sun.” She touches on birth, death, sorrow, joy, war, terror and prayer and concludes with a supposition: “Perhaps the world will end at the kitchen table, while we are laughing and crying, eating of the last sweet bite.”

How many philosophers could describe their entire outlook on life in less than twenty lines?

Yoga Pres. Joleen Meyer 818-3580 Tuesdays, 9-10:15 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio June 4-July 30

Yoga summer school is in session June 4-July 30 (no class July 2). Yoga instructor Kathy Kuser is offering an eight-week yoga series on Tuesdays, 9-10:15 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. Preregister for the full eight weeks for $35 or pay $7 per class at the door. Send a check to Kathy Kuser, 14271 N. Wisteria Way, Oro Valley, AZ 85755 to register. For more information, contact Kathy at coachkathy@aol.com or call 520-395-8269, or visit www.kathykuser.com.

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Thanks to a partnership with the National League of Cities, the Town of Oro Valley is proud to once again offer savings on prescription drugs to residents who are without health insurance, a traditional benefits plan or have prescriptions that are not covered by insurance. The card is free to all Oro Valley residents, regardless of age, income or existing health insurance. By using this card, you may save an average of 23% off the regular retail price of prescription drugs at participating pharmacies. For complete details and to print your free card, go to www2.caremark. com/nlc or call 1-888-620-1749.

Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported

by Sun City Oro Valley Community Association, Inc. SCOVCA assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.

AA Carol 343-2103 Mondays, 12:30 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Tuesdays, 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Alzheimer’s Education and Support Group Don Dittman 551-6109 Arlene Schneider 825-5741 Last Tuesday, 4 PM, Desert Oasis

Learn the basics of the disease and how to live with it.

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Caregiver Support Group Facilitator Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com First and Third Fridays, 2-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Room Civic Association CASCVI (The Civic Association of Sun City Oro Valley Inc.) is an advocate in consumer affairs. Established in 1994 as a volunteer resident group, we have successfully dealt with the Pima County Assessor and utility companies and conducted valuable investigations such as blue pipe and roofing problems. CASCVI provides an organization where residents can request assistance with problems not covered by SCVCAI. We can be reached at cascvi@comcast.net or call Marty Abelson 825-3522

Residents who want to be on our email list to receive, submit or share home maintenance information, consumer warnings and advisories, residential tax information and resident-related issues not covered

by SCOVCA should submit their email addresses to cascvi@comcast.net.

We are nonpolitical and are here to serve our fellow residents. Nonresident emails will not be accepted.

You must be an SCOV homeowner.

Emerge!

Co-Pres. Elaine Deeter 825-5388, Betty Hansen 818-1779 Donations Nancy Williams 818-3178 October-April, Second Tuesday, 8:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Our auxiliary helps and supports Emerge! one of the main agencies in Southern Arizona providing shelter for women and children who are victims of abuse.

We plan to meet informally during the summer months to discuss options for fund raising and also to get together with members who live in SCOV year round.

First meeting held May 8 was a luncheon in the Cafe attended by eight members. Watch your emails for information on the June meeting from Co-Pres. Elaine Deeter.

Nancy Williams continues to collect donations. This month, items requested are gift cards (Fry’s, Safeway, Walmart, Target and Home Depot), new bath towels, lightweight blankets, cell phones, diapers size 4. Cash donations are always appreciated.

The crisis line at Emerge! to report domestic violence is 888-428-0101.

Gluten Free and Celiac Disease Support Group Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Grief Support Group - Loss of Child or Grandchild Facilitator Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Fourth Wednesday, email or call for time and location Grief Support Group - Loss of Spouse/Partner Contact Sec., Lori Behrman 395-1812 Facilitator Arlene Schneider Second and Fourth Fridays, 3 PM, call for location Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 825-5352 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wednesday, May-September, 11 AM, SCOV Café Exercise Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

In the summer, we have informal get-togethers over lunch at the SCOV Café. We plan to meet at 11 AM to get ahead of the noon rush. Please let me know if you are coming, so the Café can set up for enough people.

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Survivors of Loved Ones who Died by Suicide Coordinator and Facilitator Ester Leutenberg, 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Call for time and location Vistoso Helpful Hands

For help, dial 410-9498. After the message, enter your phone number, including the area code and hang up. We will call you back.

Extended Community The Catalina-Oro Valley Lions Club

The Catalina-Oro Valley Lions Club was very active in April, supporting a variety of important community needs. The club held a pancake breakfast at the Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind, worked to prepare Camp Tatiyee for its summer season, held a bake sale to raise funds for its charitable work and barbecued hamburgers to raise money for Special Olympics.

If you would like to join this caring group of community volunteers, call Club President, Mimi Wittenborn 8259340 or Lou Phillippi 638-6957.

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BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; Fireplace= FP; Stainless Steel= S/S; WiFi= Wireless Internet Service Classified Advertising, $10/ad

HELP WANTED: If you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life then, please consider a career with Adultcare Assistance Homecare. Currently hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Home Health Aids (HHA), Caregivers and Home Keepers. Duties include daily activities, companionship, grocery shopping and errands. Flexible hours. Call 575-8000 or go to http://www.adultcareassistance.com/careers/jobs/ FOR RENT: Beautiful vacation villa located in SCOV. 2BR/2BA. Completely furnished, fully equipped kitchen, with all amenities including complimentary WiFi, cable, large patio, barbecue, 2-car garage. Available through October 2013, December 2013 and all of 2014. 13490 N Tom Ryans Way. Call Kathy 510-537-1590, email kmappell@aol.com.

FOR RENT: Enjoy our spacious 2BR/2BA home with excellent mountain views and private patio with gas grill.

Separate office and complimentary WiFi included. Recently furnished in Southwest style, our home is sparkling clean and has everything you need for a perfect getaway or a place to stay while searching for your own retirement home. Reserve now for 2014 winter season or reduced summer rates. For photos and more details call Tom and Barbara at 414-445-0268 (Wisconsin).

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FOR RENT: Unfurnished,1050 sq. ft., 2BR/2BA at 16th fairway tee box. Professionally designed interiors with granite in kitchen, saltillo tile floors, all new in ’07. W/D and refrigerator included. Part of SCOV membership available with privileges to tennis, golf, pools, CafÊ, library, fitness and hobby shops. Oro Valley Hospital close by. Area west of home patio wide-open desert for privacy, wildlife viewing and pet walking. Wonderful caring neighbors on super quiet Green Tree Dr., $1250/mo. long term; presently listed for sale. Email wnguild@aol.com for photos and information call 520-818-2203.

FOR RENT: Fully furnished with mountain views. King in Master bedroom. WiFi, flat screen TVs. Currently available through December 2013; April through December 2014. Discounts for three months or more. For photos and more details, call Jan 636-357-8817 or email janostrander2010@gmail.com FOR RENT: SCOV furnished 1200 sq. ft. 2BR/2BA beautiful home with covered patio in back and walled patio in front with mountain views from front patio.

King and full beds. Fully furnished with all utensils, linens, W/D, wireless, TV, grill. NS, NP. Call Frank at 801-209-9092 or email vistoso88@aol.com. Discount for three or more months. View on our website www.suncityvistoso-rentals.com.

FOR RENT Great rates on this super clean 2BR/2BA Montara model, Internet cable, utilities included. Mountain views, private. Guest ready. NP, NS, available JuneDecember 2013. Call 970-209-1572 FOR RENT Spectacular mountain view rental home: 2138 E. Amaranth, 2BR/2BA, 1500 sq. Sonoran Model. Wireless internet, cable, all linens, towels provided. Available December 2013, January, February, March, 2014. $2,500 a month, owner pays for utilities. Please contact Mick Walker, 319-430-6335 Michael-Walker@uiowa.edu

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FOR RENT 1735 E. Brokenbow Way SCOV, beautiful view and yard, newly remodeled, 2BR/2BA, fully furnished, 60 inch HDTV, WiFi, NS, NP, $1800 per month, June-Sept, $2800 per month October-May, Carol 720261-5099.

FOR RENT PINETOP AZ: A-frame summer home. Enjoy our home nestled in the cool pines. 2 BR/2 full BA. Includes spacious loft with more beds. 2-car garage. Peaceful wrap-around porch. Fully furnished. Neighborhood recreation center, golfing, fishing and casino nearby. Three nights $300. 1 week $600 + extra nights free if available. Open May-September. Robert and Rose Stenech 520-578-8873.

BUYING: A curious collector would like to buy watches, old photos, war relics, 19th and 20th century family and estate items, antiques, jewelry, coins, silver and much more. Anything unusual or nostalgic. I like to look and love to buy. Exceptional prices paid. 529-2984.

WANTED FURNITURE: New homeowner arriving July 1, needs furniture for every room. Please email photos and prices. maryerea@gmail.com, call Mary Rea 734645-0827.

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