Sun City Oro Valley Tipster August 2020

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

Tipster

August 2020

Photo by Jack Welch

The Tipster is published monthly

by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711 scovaz.com

Board of Directors

Email address for BOD members, GM & Assistant Manager: directors@suncityorovalley.com

Joy Huxtable, jhuxtablescov@gmail.com..........................................................President Jim Mitchell, jmitchscov@gmail.com.........................................................Vice President Christine Ludwig, cludwigscov@gmail.com.......................................................Secretary Howard Schulz, howardschulzscov@gmail.com.................................................Treasurer Lou Gard, lougard789@gmail.com.................................................................... Director Ronna Heinig, scov.ronna.heinig@gmail.com..................................................... Director Terry McFadden, tmcfadden2020@comcast.net................................................. Director Management Team (area code 520) Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com.......................... General Manager, 917-8080 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ......Assistant General Manager, 917-8070 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com......Com. Area Maint. Supt., 917-8059 Aalt Brouwer, abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com....... Food & Beverage Director, 917-8074 Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.......Golf Course Superintendent, 917-8063 Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com................................Director of Golf, 917-8086 Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com.....................Facilities Supt., 917-8078 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com................Program Director, 917-8077 Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Controller, 917-8060 Support Team Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com........................ Administrative Coordinator, 917-8082 Kate Cusumano, kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com......................................... Librarian, 917-8083 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com.........................................Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Marsha Dean, mdean@suncityorovalley.com..................... Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com.....................................Human Resources, 917-8061 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com....................................Accounting Assistant, 917-8062 Karen Loffredo, kloffredo@suncityorovalley.com..........Community Services Coordinator, 917-8087 Katy Mosier, kmosier@suncityorovalley.com.................Community Services Coordinator, 917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com............................. Administrative Coordinator, 917-8065 Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com...................................Restaurant Manager, 825-3277 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com.... Marketing & Technology Coordinator, 917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center................................................................................................... 917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center.....................................................................................917-8067 Tipster Editorial Committee Karen Koopmans...........................Co-Chair Carolene Mitchell.........................Secretary Brad Curtis....................................Member Vicki Ettleman...............................Member Wanda Johnson.............................Member Drew Ludwig.................................Member Judy Martin...................................Member

Mike McMinds................................Member Barbara McNeill............................Member Paul Mercer...................................Member Jane Moody...................................Member John Njaa......................................Member Ann Owen......................................Member Suzanne Stiles...............................Member

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Hours of Operation

–Hours may vary due to coronavirus restrictions.–

—Summer Hours— Activity Center...................................................917-8066

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

Administration (In Welcome Center).................... 825-3711 ext 120 Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

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

Daily.................................................................................................5 AM-9 PM Pool Daily............................................................................................5 AM-8:30 PM Children’s Hours - Daily.................................................................... 11 AM-1 PM

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

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

Community Services..........................................917-8065 Mon.-Fri. .............................................................................................9-11 AM

Desert Oasis.....................................................825-0495

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 see below .Except Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................ Noon-1 PM and 3-4 PM Water volleyball on Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................1 PM-3 PM

Gift Shop of Sun City......................................... 917-8051 Mon.-Sat....................................................................................9 AM-12:30 PM

Golf Course Walking........................... See website for current times Library................................................................917-8064 Mon.-Fri. .................................................................................9-11 AM, 1-3 PM

Loan Room - Community Assistance­ Loan Room at Cart Barn Hours: Tue. and Thu. only.......................................8-9 AM Pro Shop.............................................................825-3110 Golf Info Line................................................ 825-0322

Daily............................................................................................ 6:30 AM-5 PM Driving Range hours .....................................6:30 AM-5 PM; Thu., 7:30 AM-3 PM

Restaurant and Lounge..................................... 825-3277

Daily................................................................................................. 7 AM-8 PM Happy Hour...................................................................................Daily, 3-6 PM Recording of daily Restaurant specials..............................825-3711 ext 205

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

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

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Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 August 2020, PageRoom 2 3..............................................................WC3 Welcome Center Conference

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.

General Manager - Mark Wade mwade@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8080

Board of Directors cludwigscov@gmail.com

Their Words Not Mine

by Chris Ludwig Given the events of the past five months, I am at a loss for what to say that hasn’t already been said. So, here are a few quotes from challenging times in our nation’s history for us all to ponder and reflect upon.

“We must all hang together, or most assuredly, we will all hang separately.” Benjamin Franklin made this statement at the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Benjamin Franklin also said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”

“These are the times that try men’s souls; the summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country; but he that stands it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.” –Thomas Paine, author of inspiring pamphlets during the American Revolution. December 23, 1776.

“With malice toward none with charity for all with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right let us strive on to finish the work we are in to bind up the nation’s wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan ~ to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.” –Abraham Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address, March 4,1865.

And then, John F. Kennedy speaking to us in his inaugural address on January 20, 1961, “And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you–ask what you can do for your country.”

“Individual commitment to a group effort–that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” –Vince Lombardi.

Then, there is this fellow named Steve Maraboli who Google says is the most quoted man alive and has said a few things about … “Happiness is not the absence of problems; it’s the ability to deal with them.” “If you want to find happiness, find gratitude.” “A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.” And one more: “Go ahead, underestimate me. You won’t be the first... You won’t be the last... But you will be wrong.”

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 6 Golf.................................................. 8 Coming Events.............................. 10 Workshops and Classes................. 10 For Your Information..................... 11 Memoriam..................................... 11

Each of the historic quotes above comes from a period of great national and personal challenge. Many of us vividly remember times when the world changed: December 7, 1941, September 11, 2001, and now January 20, 2020 (first COVID-19 diagnosis in the United States). As the world changes again, and we really have no idea where it is going, let us not forget those things that really matter: family, friends, nation.

Each of us needs to consider how we can make things better.

Hats Off to Leaders Don’t we live in challenging times? In addition to a global pandemic, we have severe wildfires and civil unrest. In our lifetimes, we’ve seen severe wildfires and civil unrest before. Authorities have developed plans for dealing with both. The global pandemic, however, is something new, and while some plans may have been drawn up to deal with an epidemic, I haven’t heard of anyone unveiling a plan to handle a crisis of this magnitude.

We’ve all watched as the governor has issued several executive orders. Others, too, have shared what they believe are the best guidelines. Some of those orders and guidelines have changed as more information is received. We understand that officials are trying to do the best they can.

Here at SCOV, we, too, are doing the best we can. The Board is inundated with emails and questions as am I. I hear from those of you who support the slow reopening of facilities and keeping the restrictions for face masks, groups of less than 10 and social distancing. I also hear from those who are opposed to all of these things. It appears that an expert can be found to support whatever position you like.

As we move forward, I know the Board and I will continue to do all we can to make good sound decisions and to balance the wants of the residents to the best of our ability while keeping the COVID-19 liability to a minimum. The Board has sought direction from our legal counsel as well as our insurance agent to keep the Association within the safe harbor the law affords.

Whether you lead the community as a Board member, club president, a committee chair or other leadership roles, my hat is off to all of you, my friends, who have the intestinal fortitude to lead in these times of vast challenges. I applaud you (leader or not) who turn these challenges into opportunities, you who take your wisdom and knowledge to give hope to those you lead. Thanks to you who in the darkest storm find that elusive beam of light and help others. You are my HEROES!!!

For up-to-date information on SCOV activities that are open, visit the website www.suncityorovalley.com/coronavirus/

What’s Inside

Clubs............................................. 11 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 11 Continuing Education................. 15 Cultural & Social......................... 16 Dance......................................... 18 Exercise...................................... 19 Games........................................ 22

Music.......................................... 23 Sports......................................... 24 Travel.......................................... 26 Partnered Organizations............... 27 Extended Community................... 28 Classifieds...................................... 29 Photo Scrapbook............... 28, 29, 30

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Hey, Let’s Get Going!

by Paul Mercer

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ike you, I find myself straining at the leash and otherwise anticipating the return of Ray Jerkins and Lonnie Davis as instructors of our SCOV physical conditioning training sessions. Ray leads highly personalized classes where you and Ray set the days and times for a routine of lifting weights and workouts on the treadmills, bikes and other machines. It is amazing how quickly those machines help you stretch and limber up your whole body.

And the weights are highly recommended to maintain bone den- Ray Jerkins demonstrates use of TRX machine sity in our mature bodies. Ray isn’t training while the AFC is closed, but you’ll be able to sign up with him when it reopens and indoor classes resume.

In addition to personalized training, Ray leads a Parkinson’s Exercise Class twice a week. The class had been suspended during the coronavirus closure, but resumes this month. See Workshops & Classes on page 10 for class information.

It won’t be long before Lonnie’s Sweat and Stretch classes resume at 7:30 AM on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. You will, of course, be advised of the necessary COVID-19 precautions to take. We are all learning more about the COVID-19 virus each day, and most importantly, we should know how to avoid getPre-closure, a Sweat and Stretch class enjoyed a workout ting it. We know what a horrible disease it is. Treat the threat as the most serious danger to your health.

We know you have missed your workouts at the Aquatic and Fitness Center. Remember to take it easy when you

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first get back, even though you have been working out on your own, and follow all precautions furnished to you at each class. We are all looking forward to seeing everyone back in their classes.

And remember–wash your hands frequently with soap and water, keep a social distance of at least six feet from other people, wear a mask when you are out of your home and avoid large crowds of people.

Ray Jerkins starts with a nice calming “Hello,” but before long you find yourself in the middle of a pretty good workout. Don’t think too much about it, don’t stop, just enjoy it. Just smile, because he did it again. He delivered another good workout, and it’s for sure not a drag.

Ray’s classes are designed to fulfill your needs. And those needs are determined in a meeting with just you and Ray. He periodically reviews what you have set up for yourself and counsels you on the direction you are going and if it is really for you. You get to make the call.

If the bass is booming to a good rock beat and the room is filled with the sounds of workout music, it sounds like you are at the Sweat and Stretch class. Lonnie Davis starts every program with music he selects, custom arranged on cassettes. The super loud music makes it so easy to pump those legs, swing those arms and lose yourself in the moment.

The sweat starts to pour...

Lonnie will find a way for you to use body parts you have forgotten Aqua Zumba class follows Lonnie Davis’ enthusiastic direction about.

The AFC pool is very big and to be heard in every corner out there takes a lot of help. Lonnie uses a sound system that reaches every corner of the pool and more. Water Aerobics and Aqua Zumba classes have resumed with a limitation on the number of attendees and a requirement to register in advance.

Finally, Lonnie’s chair aerobics class will also be coming back soon. Haven’t tried it yet? Go ahead and try it...you may find it is just right for you.

Ray and Lonnie will bring us back into top form!

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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070 Have you signed up for CodeRED? In light of the recent Bighorn fire and the 911 system going down in mid-June, you should be aware of a service provided by the Town of Oro Valley. It’s called CodeRED. I’ve borrowed, with permission, the recent article in the town’s newsletter that explains the system and how to sign up for it.

CodeRED is a free emergency notification service provided to all residents within Oro Valley that will notify you of emergency information through phone calls, text messages, emails and social media. The system will be used to keep you informed of local events that may immediately impact your safety. As a local resident, you are encouraged to take action and register your cell phone for this service and verify your home location during the enrollment process, so you will receive notifications that directly impact your home or business. To learn more or register, visit the Town’s web page www.orovalleyaz.gov and type Code RED in the search bar.

Select the Register for CodeRED page for complete details and step-by-step instructions.

Controller - Randy Trenary rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8060 The fiscal year for the Association ended June 30, 2020. As in the past, the financial statement for June is not included in the August Tipster due to time constraints for completion of year-end procedures. Financial statements can be found on our website www.scovaz.com and in our SCOV Library.

An audit will be conducted in September, and the complete audited financials will be available on the website and in the SCOV Library before October 31 as mandated by the Bylaws. A copy will also be available in the Administration offices.

Money Matters will return with the September issue of the Tipster. Questions? Email rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com or call 520-917-8060.

Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Adjusting to New Normal July brought a few changes to our lifestyle.

The new Republic trash service is one. The Veteran’s Club Fourth of July parade was a huge success. We were happy to open the AFC pool. Both pools being opened brought relief for some.

Thank you to the many who called and emailed me to state they felt safe in the way both pools were opened to our residents.

Facility hours have been adjusted to allow approved clubs to start to meet if they were approved by the General Manager. It was surprising the number of clubs who have delayed starting up again due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Arizona. Trying to determine what the new normal will be in all of our everyday lives in SCOV and everywhere will be interesting. Stay safe.

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Community Services - Katy Mosier kmosier@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8058 Preparation for Selling Your Home SCOV homes are selling on a regular basis even though the housing inventory is lower than normal.

This is a reminder that as you prep your house for listing, one of the steps includes contacting Karen Loffredo at kloffredo@suncityorovalley.com to make arrangements for an HOA Listing Inspection. She will contact an Architectural Compliance Team (ACT) member to arrange a review of the exterior condition of your home. If an owner is not living in the home, the listing Realtor often makes these arrangements and then follows up with the owner to address any deficiencies.

If there are areas that violate the governing documents, you as seller will have the option of correcting them before an offer is accepted. Until an offer is accepted by an owner and an escrow is set up by the title company, you may request a re-inspection by ACT. Once the offer goes to the title company, there are no re-inspections until 30 days after the home has closed. If a seller decides not to correct any deficiencies, the buyer will inherit them at closing and will be responsible to have them corrected within 30 days after closing, at which time the ACT will re-inspect the property.

If a home sells before a Listing Inspection can be arranged, an Escrow Inspection will be ordered by the title company.

Unit # 1 3 4 5 6 6 7 12 12 12 17 17

Welcome New Neighbors – June Name From

Letha & Bill Cagle John Cates, Jr Margaret Graham Anne & Leslie Palmer Marci Gutierrez & Mark Pawley Lisa & Charles Szmutko Nancy & Kenneth Schroeder Linda & Raymond Loffredo Darolyne Nelson Dona Sanders Mary Anne & Charles Davies Renate Kloppinger & Rainer Kuerzel

Durango, CO Ramona, CA Tucson, AZ Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Everett, WA Spokane Valley, WA Chandler, AZ Tucson, AZ Quincey, IL Sonoita, AZ

June 2020 Housing Resale Information Resales 2020 2019

For the Month 14 17 2019 Total Sold - 191

YTD 88 114

2020: Active Listings as of 6/30/2020........................... 16 2019: Active Listings as of 6/30/2019............................. 6 Source: TARMLS®

June 2020 Average Age of New Owners:

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SCOV Library - Kate Cusumano www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley/ kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083

The Library is open with reduced hours (Monday-Friday, 9-11 AM and 1-3 PM) and a modified curbside pickup service. Safety routines include taking temperatures of the staff, twice-a-day sanitizing of surfaces, 72-hour quarantining of returned items, and of course, masking and hand-sanitizing by all who enter. These routines have resulted in confidence among the patrons who have visited the Library. Come by and browse our selection of new books, audiobooks, movies,

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magazines and puzzles to curl up with inside on the hot days coming our way this month. If you would like to keep your distance, place items on hold from home, and after receiving notification they are ready, drive up and park outside the Library. Call our number 520-917-8064 from the comfort of your air-conditioned car, and we’ll bring your items out.

Curbside service is provided daily, Monday-Friday during the hours that we are open.

We have kept up with new accessions, even while closed, adding 162 new items to our catalog between the beginning of June and July 7. Find your new favorite book or movie at the Library. Welcome back.

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Signs Your Shoes Are Dead Most people wait till their shoes look bad before replacing them. By that time, they have been toast for many months.

These signs of long-dead shoes should prompt you to replace them immediately: 1) The sole tread pattern is worn down. Many shoes now are purposefully made so a different color shows through when the sole is worn to alert you to this. 2) The heel is worn down more on one side than the other, sometimes to the point that the shoe is leaning to one side. 3) There are wrinkles on the side or bottom of the sole from breakdown of the support and cushioning. The uppers are broken down around the ankle.

Dangers of dead shoes and what’s wrong with wearing wearing them: They are dead because they no longer provide good support and cushioning. Lack of cushioning and support can lead to shin splints, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, Iliotibial band syndrome and stress fractures.

Shoe wear patterns: Where and how you wear down the soles and heels of your shoes can tell a shoe fit expert what kind of shoes you should buy. Bring your old shoes with you when you buy new shoes. They can be indicators that you overpronate, have a neutral gait or supinate.

Special Note From the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC) Once we reopen, orientation on how to use the gym equipment will be held every Thursday, 1 PM, so stop in and sign up. Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss questions or problems with the AFC. AFC and Desert Oasis: See Hours of Operation on page 2.

Tuesday, August 11, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, August 12, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Republic Services 520-519-4850 www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/trash

Below is information helpful for our waste and recycling services with Republic. Visit the web page where you can find the following information: 1) Recycling: View a video and web page on what Republic takes in their recycling bins. Glass is accepted for recycling.

2) Holiday Schedule: Check if you need to shift setting your bins out due to a holiday.

3) Report a problem: Missed pickup? Bin damaged? Click the REPORT A PROBLEM tab, fill out our form and Republic will receive a copy. You can also call the phone number listed on our webpage.

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A Word About the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak As this Tipster is published, SCOV buildings and activities are beginning to reopen based on the phased-in plan established by the Board of Directors. Check with your committee or club prior to attending any function. Up to date information can be found on the website at www.suncityorovalley.com/coronavirus/

Association Committees Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Activity Center Renovation Chair Ted Hood tedhood@yahoo.com

The ACRC will meet on an as-needed basis. Watch the SCOV calendar for future dates.

Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Chair Michael Takerian afc@suncityorovalley.com First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1

The AFC pool has been completely refinished. The work included removal of all the plaster on the walls and floor of the pool and repair of all cracks. The entire pool was replastered and new tile was installed throughout. New lane guides (lines) were purchased and installed. The pool looks great.

Regarding the lane guides: It is requested that when moving from one lane to another, do not go over the lane guide, but go under. There is enough slack in the line to easily lift them up and go under. The guides are not designed to support a person’s body weight. If numerous individuals travel over, it causes stress on the line which can lead to a break.

This causes an inconvenience for others as well as an additional repair cost to the Association.

As always, we value your input.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October.

Architectural Compliance Team Chair Don Stewart 618-980-3878 bethsdad81@gmail.com First Fri., 1 PM, WC1 Architectural Review Kris Ahlstrand 510-693-5502 kris@ahlstrandinteriors.com All submittals are now digital and will be reviewed promptly

The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is now expanding its review of submittals with required Oro Valley permits to include: window and door replacements, rolling shade screens, rolling window screens, rolling shutters and retractable awnings.

The ARC will continue reviewing all other submittals except for the following: room additions which change the footprint of the house, patio covers as defined in the Development Standards Section 2.12 and requested variances to

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the SCOV Governing Documents. Residents will be notified when such submittals are again accepted.

The ARC, under COVID-19 conditions, will meet with the homeowner(s) only if they wear a mask and maintain social distancing.

Community Directory Chair Lisa Collins 812-344-4773 scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory

What’s so great about the online directory? The paper phone book is updated just once a year, but the online directory is updated monthly. Email addresses are included online only, not in the book. You can even access the directory on your smart phone, which means you have a community directory in your pocket.

The directory is located in the nonpublic area of our website, so you need to log in to access it. Scroll down to the actual listings. There you will find the directory’s incremental search box, which will display results as you type. To see additional columns, such as hometowns and emails, use the horizontal scroll bar at the bottom of the listings or swipe left and right on your touchscreen.

To update your information, complete the online form “To change your directory listing” or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center when it reopens.

Consumer Referral - Vendor List Susanna Moran scovconsumerservices@gmail.com

The Vendor List is on the SCOV website. After logging in, go to www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/vendor_ consumer-referral.

The Vendor List may also be viewed at the monitor’s desk in the Activity Center during business hours when it reopens.

Please check the Vendor List, as changes are made frequently.

Vendors should email Susanna Moran to inquire about applying to be on the Vendor List.

Finance-Budget Sharon Miller muggins48@comcast.net Next meeting Mon., Oct. 26, WC3

The committee meets quarterly at 1:30 PM on the fourth Monday of July, October, January and April in Room WC3.

Its next meeting will be on Monday, October 26. Agendas are posted on the SCOV website one week prior to the meeting.

The committee’s schedule for its fiscal year 2022 budget review will be published in the December, January and February Tipsters as well as on the SCOV website.

The committee charter, agendas and minutes are posted on the SCOV website. Use the drop-down menus: Members > Committees > Finance Budget Committee > More. For Financials, use Members > Financials. Please contact Sharon Miller for additional information.

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Food and Beverage Oct.-May, first Fri., 2-3 PM, WC1 Friends of the Library Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu Pat Brown patbrown630@gmail.com Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com

The Library reopened for limited hours July 1, and Librarian Kate Cusumano had plenty of new books and movies on hand. With so many of our facilities and activities being closed, it’s good to know that these books and movies gave residents something to do during the hot days of July. Your Friends of the Library membership allows the Library to purchase exciting new books and movies as they are released.

Gift Shop Co-Chairs Don Jovag 520-818-1078, Elaine Deeter 209-985-6663 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 AM-12:30 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop

We are all itching to get back to normal life and it’s a slow process with all the changes in this current situation.

The leadership of the Gift Shop continues to assess safety and logistics to be ready for a reopening amid the ongoing concerns and the re-imagining of what is normal and responsible for all. Our artists continue to create and experiment and are eager to show you their efforts eventually. Stay well and enjoy the slower pace of life as we know it now. We will see you again.

Government Affairs Chair Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1

The nonpartisan Government Affairs Committee conducts political forums and secures speakers on issues that are of special interest to our community.

Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1; Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 AM www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/

The Loan Room reopened in July and will continue to be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM, as long as we can meet your needs within state and SCOV protocols.

Currently, that means that no more than two residents can be in the Loan Room at one time with others waiting safely outside for their turn. All residents must wear masks, bring someone to help with loading and unloading, and sanitize all equipment before returning it to the Loan Room. You may make reservations on the website or at the Loan Room up to two months in advance of your needs, but walk-in loans are also welcome. We will continue to respond to actual medical emergencies outside of open hours, but expect that most requests can be met on our open Tuesdays and Thursdays.

We will be glad to see you again and meet your short-term loan needs.

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Long Range Planning Chair Martha Cray marthacray77@gmail.com Second and fourth Wed., 10 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon Our committee is in recess.

Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 Different, but Not With COVID-19, many things are different, while others are not. Rain and wind were and are still here, while some of our residents didn’t leave for cooler climes. We also have some new folks who have never been here during our hot summer months.

Keep a watchful eye, and report any storm damage to Administration, so homeowners may be notified. With our monsoon season, pesky weeds seem to appear overnight. Remove them as soon as possible, and try to make every effort to stay ahead of the weeds in your yard in the next few weeks.

Has wind from the storms caused excessive tree debris in your yard? Keep your driveway and the sidewalk swept so that your home doesn’t appear vacant.

Is there standing water in your yard? It’s important to drain ponds and/or fountains in yards to eliminate standing water where mosquitoes can breed. Other items such as buckets, empty flowerpots and other containers can also collect rain, so be sure they are not holding standing water.

Yes, some things are different; but then, some are not.

Nominating Committee Chair Peg Bushong 719-221-3434 jerpegbushong@icloud.com Posse Chair Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 posse@5LP.com

First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis, no meetings in Jun., Jul., Aug.

www.scovaz.com/committees/posse/ (must be logged in first)

As I write this article, Arizona is seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases. This is a concern for all of us. While we all are eager to return to normal, we must face the reality and learn to continue taking extra precautions. Posse members are also eager to resume patrols, but it’s not possible at this time, especially with social distancing. Currently, it looks like September might be the first opportunity for us to resume; however, we’re not even sure that will happen. I’ll keep you posted. In the meantime, please continue to look out for your neighbors. It’s so important that we all take care of each other. I understand the Dark House program through the Oro Valley Police Department is also not in service at this time.

If you live next to a winter visitor and you see an issue with their property, be sure to give them a call. (You can find their phone number on the SCOV website.)

Be safe, stay healthy, and if you see a member of the Oro Valley Police Department, thank them for their service and handling extra patrols in our area.

Properties Chair Rich Oaks richoaks114@gmail.com Third Thu., 9 AM, WC1

Summer is here and residents find it advantageous to park in the shade provided by the solar panels in the parking lots at the Mountain Vista complex. When parking under the panels, you might notice the electrical boxes on some of the vertical poles that support the panels. Those boxes contain the inverters that convert the DC power generated by the solar

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panels into AC power that is used in Association buildings thereby saving the HOA money and reducing the community’s carbon footprint. The humming noise at the boxes indicates the equipment is operating normally. The Properties Committee works on a variety of tasks like this during the year. We have not been meeting recently, but will resume our monthly meetings when it is appropriate.

Tipster Editorial Co-Chair Karen Koopmans 520-818-6337 skkoops@gmail.com

How do you submit an article for your club? Go to the SCOV homepage under News & Info > The Tipster > Submit Article.

A Submitter’s Guide and Tipster Article Standards are also available on the Tipster page of the website. Both can be found at https://bit.ly/TipsterSubmitterGuide These will be helpful to new submitters.

We like to receive a submission every month, even if it is the same as the previous month. This helps us know what you want as opposed to having us guess.

Thank you for carefully editing your article before you submit it.

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

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

Hydration is extremely important during the summer heat. Be sure to drink plenty of water prior to and while you are out on the course.

Let’s be prepared for thunderstorms, possible flash floods and lightning. It’s official monsoon season in Southern Arizona, which means we need to be careful.

Be sure to observe the following suggestions to keep yourself safe while heading out on the course during the monsoon season: Check the forecast and check it often.

Download a reliable radar app, seek shelter immediately if you’re not able to get off the golf course in time. Don’t worry if you can’t finish your round; we are happy to give you a rain check credit to complete your round another time. The important thing is to be safe and use your best judgment when the weather is questionable.

With the greens reconstruction project complete, the plan is to open play on the new greens for a couple of weeks before we close for overseeding. Overseeding is right around the corner, with the golf course scheduled to close September 21-October 11. It will be cart path only for a couple of weeks after opening. The Pro Shop will be open with limited hours during overseeding, and the driving range will be open.

Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063

This August will be very different from any other year. We will be growing in the brandnew greens, surrounds, and driving range tee following the completion of the greens renovation and driving range tee renovation

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projects. The surrounds and tee were sodded, so they establish quickly. The greens are sprigged, which takes time to establish.

The new green sprigs will be about two weeks old on August 1. At this point, the growing in begins with rolling the sprigs several times to help smooth the surface. When the greens are sprigged, the surface is very clumpy with the hydro sprig material, so the rolling helps to initially smooth out the green. After rolling, the greens will then begin to be mowed at .200 of an inch. The initial mowing is on top of a very thin grass canopy. The goal is to not allow much vertical growth but encourage lateral growth to help fill in the thin areas.

After mowing a few times and lowering the mowing height, the greens will be lightly topdressed with the same sand that was used to construct the greens. This topdressing will also help smooth the surface and encourage more lateral growth.

When the canopy starts to fill in, then the process of lightly verticutting begins. Verticutting will help prevent grain and keep the greens from getting puffy or thick.

Throughout the process, weekly applications of fertilizer, soil amendments and flushing of salts will occur. These additions will help get the greens established quicker and provide a healthy stand of grass.

Golf Advisory Chair Bill Cocanour 210-771-6541 Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3

The Golf Advisory Committee is in recess for the summer months until Wednesday, September 2. For those of you playing golf during the hot summer months, remember to stay hydrated. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the golf course, inform your league representative who will bring the issue to the advisory committee for review.

You are also welcome to contact Bill Cocanour. Have a great summer.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Vince Cardinal Membership Darwin Priebe pribedar@msn.com Play Wed. AM

As we approach the middle of summer, the club is at a standstill due to COVID-19. All activities are still on hold.

The golf course renovation is progressing, and the greens are beginning to take shape. The disturbed areas are being sodded, and the greens are being sprigged. The changes are minor in some areas and major in others. It is going to be nice when it’s all done. Thanks to all involved for making this happen.

Please note our new board members for 2020-2021: Pres., Vince Cardinal; VP, Mike Graber; Treas., Craig Watson; Sec., Jim Ambrosio; Tournaments, Rob Keck; Membership, Darwin Priebe and Event Coordinator, Greg Patjiens.

Remember, The Views will be changing to a paperless system which means that all information, booking of events and payments will be made through Golf Genius, so get on board. Happy Labor Day.

Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Quentin Anderson Membership David Chatterton 520-204-5636 Play Thu. morning

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The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Debbie Huffman dhuffrod@gmail.com VP/Membership Beckie Harkey bharkey2@gmail.com Play Tue. mornings

The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. JoAnn Matty 520-400-9111 jamatty@q.com Membership Dee Christoffers 520-500-7888 deechristoffers@gmail.com or Susan Olson 971-227-2042 susanolson1127@gmail.com Play Thu. mornings

We have some awesome members who have recently had holes-in-one.

Marty Blakely scored her hole-in-one on April 17 at The Views. It was on the 17th hole, she used a 7 iron for 117 yard shot. It was recommended she buy a lottery ticket with lots of 7’s. Witnessed by Debbie Huffman.

Cathy Morrow scored her hole-inone June 17 at her course in Sudden Valley, Washington. It was the 13th hole, over water, 105 yards and Marty Blakely hole-in-one she used a 7 iron. Witnessed by Nancy Klucking.

Eileen Buskirk scored her hole-in-one on June 7 at The Views. It was on the first hole, over the wash, 100 yards with a 9 iron. Witnessed by Nancy Klucking. (You get the feeling everyone is going to want to play with Nancy Klucking.)

We continue to schedule tee times for our ladies’ Tuesday league days and fun Fridays. If you would like to be included, please contact Debbie Huffman.

Summer play continues on Thursdays for the Lady Niner’s as the revamping of the golf course continues.

Our course should be in great shape for fall play. Continue to make your tee times with your buddies via Golf Genius.

Shotgun starts will resume this fall. Stay safe and keep hydrated–it’s hot out there.

17th hole before construction (left) and prior to sprigging of the green (right).

Tim Kelly photos

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

Food & Beverage Director - Aalt Brouwer abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8074

As we move through this pandemic, we have appreciated all the support from the residents of SCOV. Strides have been made to serve you safely and graciously. During a surprise inspection from the health department, we scored in the top 10 percent of the Pima County restaurants, qualifying us for the Pima County Best Practices Award. We are very proud to be awarded such an honor; however, we did not do it for the award, we did it for you. We want you to feel comfortable in your own restaurant. In addition to following all the CDC, state and county guidelines, we have created a residents-only area, so those who are uncomfortable sitting amongst the public would still have a place to dine in the restaurant. Your safety is our number one concern. We have been getting a lot of questions about when we will start entertainment or karaoke again. We wish we knew. Everything is on pause until we can assure that it is safe for all of you. Thank you again for your support, and we are so happy to be serving you in person again.

Sun City Vistoso Foundation Jerry Bushong 719-221-0580 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org

The SCV Foundation Board welcomes three new board members for three-year terms: Jim Covey, Lee Jacobson and Carol Johnson.

The Foundation always welcomes requests from qualified organizations that provide assistance to health, cultural, educational, and recreational endeavors. Request for grants may be made to the Foundation at 1565 E Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley, 85755.

This fiscal year ending June 2020, the SCV Foundation granted $56,080 to the following organizations: • SCOV Cyclists for the ICS Food Bank • SCOV Women’s Auxiliary for Emerge!

• 9 Hole Women’s Golf for UofA Cancer • Youth On Their Own (YOTO) • Literacy Connects • Northwest YMCA • Veterans Club for 1st Responder Memorial • Wheels for Kids • Boys & Girls Club • Oro Valley Hospital Heroes • Tucson Youth Music Center • Casa Amigas Club • SCOV Veterans Club Gifts may be made to the above address by check, stocks or gifts-in-kind. Stay safe and healthy.

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

Editor’s note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, events at SCOV are cancelled indefinitely. Check the website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.

Every Day, 3-6 PM The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Join us for happy hour food and drink specials.

Monday, August 31, 10:45 AM Tipster Collation Help collate the inserts that go into the Tipster in the Auditorium. It’s a great way to get some exercise and meet new people. Subject to reopening of facilities.

Workshops and Classes Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes There are no classes being held at this time. Look for future announcements.

Association-Sponsored Fitness At press time, only outdoor water classes had resumed.Indoor SCOV fitness classes will resume when the guidelines permit. Check the SCOV website www.suncityorovalley.com for current information.

Purchase a punch card from the receptionist in the Welcome Center, $20/10 classes or an annual pass for $300.

You may use this card for all SCOV-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used for your guests. There is a $3 drop-in charge without a punch card. Class descriptions may be found at www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/ aquatic-fitness-center. Questions, call 520-917-8073.

Aqua Zumba®: Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC Pool Balance Class: Mon., 10:30-11:30 AM, AFC Chair Balance Class: Fri., 10:30-11:30 AM, AC/Dance Studio Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 AM, Sat., 9-10 AM,

Catalina Vista Core Conditioning: Mon., 5-6 PM, Wed., 3-4 PM, AFC Sunrisers: Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-8 AM, AFC Sweat Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes resume Monday, August 3, and continue Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM, WC3. The number of class attendees is limited, so call Ray Jerkins to sign up 520-2193561.

Join the Restaurant Facebook group facebook.com/TheViewsRestaurant

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Bark Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary

ON THE COVER

Bark Carving will resume once it is deemed safe to do so, and we have monitors for the Tuesday afternoon and Thursday morning sessions.

“Time to Leave the Nest” Red tail hawk nest in saguaro with three young hawks on State Trust Land between SCOV and Honey Bee Canyon.

Photo by Jack Welch

For Your Information

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

Costume Closet The Costume Closet is closed until further notice.

Memoriam

Residents 1

May 27

James Mostyn

Keith Howes

1

June 13

JoAnn Collins

1

June 28

Aneita Babicz

1

July 7

Former Resident 1

July 9

Edwin Krug

Clubs Editor’s note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, club meetings and events at SCOV are cancelled indefinitely. We recommend checking with the the club contacts listed; in addition to the SCOV website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.

Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Art League Co-Pres. Caryl Thornton 520-638-7024, Carol Nagel 520-825-3097

Recently, Rowena Hardinger, a long-time SCOV artist, moved to Iowa. Prior to the move Rowena gave the Art League approximately sixty paintings. On August 15 and 16 from 7-9 AM and 6-9 PM, Caryl Thornton will hold an open house at her home. You can view and possibly purchase some of Rowena’s art. If you do not need more art for your home, the frames alone have value. All of the art pieces will be discounted from Rowena’s original price. Tell your friends and neighbors.

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Bob’s roadrunner Clay Pres. Lorraine Buck 520-331-3022 VP Trudy Williams Sep.-May General Meeting first Thu., 1 PM, Artisan Center/Pottery Studio cleaning last Wed., 1 PM. Orientation is necessary to participate

The Clay Club is moving toward a limited reopening in the next few months. Members will be contacted with bulletins as news is available. Some pre-opening work is taking place such as mixing glazes, as we are all looking forward to getting our hands on a cool piece of clay. For the time being, new member orientation has been postponed. Please see the SCOV website for any announcements. We look forward to seeing all our friends in the months to come.

Colored Pencil Sue Parkes 520-825-7307, Bette McGrath 815-347-4282 Fri., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Our club will not be meeting until the fall, since most of our members have fled to cooler climates. We are scattered across the nation from Seattle to Martha’s Vineyard, but we’ll still be creating and eager to share upon our return. Both colored pencil and scratchboard are relatively easy mediums to learn, but good drawing skills are the starting point. We hope to you see at the Summer Art Sale in the Activity Center, which highlights work by all members of the Art League.

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Fine Arts Studio Contacts: Charlotte Landis 703-307-7551 landiscf@gmail.com Jane Leonard 616-847-1527 adrianajel@yahoo.com Wed., 9 AM-2 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Our members were invited to share where they are and what they’ve been working on this summer. Ann Gethen responded that she had a show of her work in La Veta, CO at the Spanish Peaks Arts Council Gallery and sold several pieces. Charlotte Landis is spending the summer in Acadia, Maine and is watching demos to try some new approaches when she returns. Judy Bjorling reports that since she has gone into quarantine, 110 days ago, she has made a painting every day. Her work can be viewed on Instagram at jcbjorling. She’s posting at #covidart. April Hoffman enjoys her garden every day. She’s presently harvesting seeds from her native perennial garden collection to plant next year and to share. Jane Leonard is painting sunset and shoreline images, hoping she makes one suitable to send to her niece who just bought a new home on Lake Michigan. We have heard that Dave Dame has a new puppy. We’re hoping that next month some of our other members will share their activities.

Stay well all, and we’ll see you as soon as possible.

Gourd Art John Shaw 520-825-1368 johnshaw1@comcast.net Mon., 1-4 PM, Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Lapidary Room

With so much uncertainty now, the gourd artists have decided to go on hold until October, when we will reassess the situation, hoping it will be safe to open again.

Meanwhile, be safe and well.

Our own master gourd artist, Susan Potter Japanese Flower Arranging Donald Marier 520-825-4878 dolmar21@gmail.com Nov.-May, Second and Fourth Mon., 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Japanese flower arranging, Ikebana, is the art of arranging flowers, branch materials, grasses and leaves. At its core is the beauty resulting from a combination of color, shapes and graceful lines. More than simple floral decoration, it is a form of sculpture with plant materials. Learn from certified instructors at your own pace and make creative arrangements for your home.

Knit and Crochet Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069 janemail11@yahoo.com Tue., 2:30-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

The Knit and Crochet Club meetings have resumed and we are following the SCOV virus prevention protocols: • Participants are limited to 10 for now (brief drop-ins don’t count).

• Participants must wear masks.

• Tables are six feet apart for social distancing.

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One project that members are doing is crocheting sleeping mats for Tucson people experiencing homelessness.

If you are interested in participating, you can 1) donate plastic grocery bags, 2) cut the donated bags Sleeping mats into strips, 3) string the strips into plastic yarn (plarn), and/or 4) crochet the plarn into sleeping mats. Many do this at home, dropping in at meetings to pick up supplies. This project and other knitting and crocheting activities are what we do at our meetings, socializing at the same time.

To donate bags: Drop clean and flattened plastic grocery bags on the porch anytime at Jane Fairchild’s home at 1750 E. Crown Ridge Way. Please keep in mind that we cannot use newspaper bags or thin plastic produce bags for this project.

Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 520-907-3469 fjfaust1030@gmail.com Second Fri., 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers

The Duesenberg brothers began making racing cars in 1919 and moved to the top of the American luxury car market in 1929 with the introduction of their Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton. With the addition of a supercharger in 1932, this was the largest, fast- Photo by Dave Scoles est and most expensive automobile made in America. The Duesenbergs’ cars were a combination of elegant coachwork and engineering innovations. This example, built by modeler Dave Scoles from a classic (metal, not plastic) kit by Hubley, has more parts than some jigsaw puzzles.

Come and visit us in the Artisan Center to see our updates, or stop by Catalina Vista for our monthly meetings at 8 AM on the second Friday.

Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 Tue., 9 AM-1 PM and Thu., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

You have two months to complete a painting for “Honor a Master.” This theme show will stretch your imagination and creativity. Remember that this painting is your interpretation of a Master’s style of painting. Make it your own.

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Vistoso Photo Pres. Val Plumlee 520-603-5057 valplumlee@yahoo.com For meeting schedule please see the website www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com

This article is being written 20-some days before you will see it. The Board is tracking the pandemic, local, state and national recommendations.

When any decisions are final“One Twig at a Time” by P T Fisher ized about the club activity for the coming season, you will be informed by email. Keep shooting and stay safe.

ing much needed items for children. If you’ve been cleaning out your closets during the past months, bring donations of used bedsheets, pillowcases, fabric or yarn to the Sewing Room.

Sculpture

Pres. Laurie Lichaa 520-606-8829 Mon., 9 AM-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Once clubs start meeting again, the sculpture group will meet on Mondays in the Art Studio in Catalina Vista. You can view some of our sculptures in the display case outside the Art Studio in Catalina Vista and in the SCOV Library. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact our president, Laurie Lichaa, or come talk with us on Monday mornings.

Sewing Thimblelenas

Sue Lane 520-971-8755 sklane6970@aol.com

Co-Treas. Phyllis Austin 805-341-5176, Pat Norton 480-993-8762

Monitor Training Suzanne Stiles 805-748-3206

Pfaff Training Mel Wheeler 520-334-0957 Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM, 6-8 PM; Sat., 9 AM-Noon

Artisan Center/Sewing

Calendar: www.bit.ly/thimblelena-signup

We had a soft opening of the Sewing Room July 15. Members were excited to come in, work on their projects and catch up with each other. For now, we are using the SignUpGenius calendar to schedule time in the Sewing Room. See the website address above. Members will be able to sign up to use the Sewing Room during the individual club times to which they belong. Additionally, Thimblelenas members can schedule time every evening, Monday through Friday, and Saturday morning for Open Sewing time. A monitor must be on the schedule for the room to be open. Check the calendar for Sewing Room availability.

Casa Amigas

Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 Mon. and Thu., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing

Yippee. We were approved to reopen the Sewing Room as of July 15. Hopefully, the transition after being closed since mid-March is going smoothly, and we’re back to sewing and serging for children at risk. We’ll be working on girls capri pant sets. This is what we were doing in March when we were closed down. In addition, work continues on sewing fleece school vests for elementary students on the Tohono O’odham Reservation in Sells. There’s always something to sew or serge. We love what we do and have missed produc-

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Cheer Bears

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

Happenings are quiet here, and it looks like we will have made it into the Artisan Center in July. Our scheduled dates will be August 5, 19, September 2, 16 and 30. Time will be 1-3 PM. Be safe and pray for us all to get through this together. Hope to see you all soon.

If anyone would like to join us again in October, mark your calendars for Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, Sewing Room. We can always use more hands to bring the love from our donated materials.

Machine Embroidery

Sharon Larsen 520-818-2791 SharLarsen@gmail.com Training Coordinator Karin Frohlich 520-612-7379 4D Computer Training Debra Dirks 520-825-2248 www.facebook.com/groups/SCOVMachineEmb/ Third Tue., 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo, No meetings May-Sep.

In 1980, the first single-head computerized embroidery machine was introduced to the home market. Back then, there was one kind of stabilizer, only a 4x4 hoop size, and the machine needed a diskette in order to run. We thought that machine was the cat’s meow. Sulky Thread wasn’t a company until 1985. Now, 40 short years later, we have home machines with multiple needles, mega hoops, cameras and WiFi. Threads come in unlimited colors, in rayon, polyester and metallic. We have so many types of stabilizers, we need a chart to know what to use. We can now embroider not only on fabric, but also on cork, vinyl, burlap, Mylar, netting, paper and more. What changes we’ve seen. That’s why we like the Machine Embroidery Club. Every meeting is a learning experience. Our club doesn’t meet until the fall, but members are busy with projects. See you in the fall.

Pet Beds

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

We cut up fabric scraps to make pet beds for the Humane Society. Because of restrictions, if you are interested, please call me for the latest news on opening of the Sewing Room.

Quilters

Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Seniors for Kids

Co-Pres. Jean Sax 651-436-4243 jeanazmn@gmail.com Co-Pres. Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Sewing/Crafting, Mon., 1-3 PM, Wed., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Wooden toy making, various times, Artisan Center/Woodshop Business meetings at Catalina Vista, second Thu., 8-9 AM; no meetings May-Sep.

Hello all. Looks like the sun did come out, and we are looking ahead to a productive summer’s end. The Sewing Room opened on July 15, and the Wednesday morning group showed up to start to make more toys, quilts, bags and all those wonderful projects that were forgotten in the last couple of months. If you want to come back and join in the fun,

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read the new COVID-19 reopening information published in the Thimblelenas article. This will explain the method to be scheduled to use the Sewing Room by signing up for individual pieces of equipment. The room is limited to six members (including the monitor) during any session. There must be a monitor present for the room to be opened. Masks, washing hands, sanitizing and social distancing are also required. It is your choice; if you want to come in the room, all rules need to be followed. Things should get better soon.

Tapestry Rug Hooking

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

When clubs receive approval to meet, the Tapestry Rug Hooking group will meet on Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room. If you are interested in hooking, our club provides instruction and practice materials for trying our art. Learn more about our group by visiting our website listed above.

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

Show ‘n Share is a crafters group that works on portable crafts. We have crafters who make cards, crochet, DIY crafts, embroidery, jewelry, mixed media, scrapbook, quilt and much more. When facilities reopen, if you can carry your craft to Catalina Vista, please come and join us. We are a fun, easy group with relaxed camaraderie, birthday parties and a monthly project to share. We meet year-round and always welcome new members. At Show ‘n Share we love to show our creations and share our ideas. Annual dues, $5.

Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Steve Adams 520-268-8216 adams.se938@gmail.com Summer shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon

As we all try to make it though the summer of social distancing, we see a little bit of light through the tunnel of COVID-19. Our shop may be open mornings if we have a monitor on duty to help. Make sure you bring your own mask, pencil, and cleaning wipes if you plan to come in. There will be a limit of four members. If that changes, we will send out an email to let you know. Stay safe everyone.

All set up and no place to go! Members’ Secretary, Kari Dufur, set up a shop at her home away from home

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Stained/Fused Glass Jo Anne Bowman 501-282-4454 jabweb93@gmail.com Debbie Brown debbieis@gmail.com 724-249-2802 Open to members 8 AM-9 PM www.scovglassclub.weebly.com

We had a safe and slow opening. We were thrilled to be one of the first Artisan Center clubs to open.

We had 38 of our artistic members enjoy time working on projects.

This included 13 members that completed Lenora Brown won first place in the 2020 Stained Glass their safety Contest. training on our first day, June 15.

On Tuesday, June 16, the studio was open to all members who had signed up using SignupGenius. Members observed all safety guidelines. Under the guidelines that we established, six is the maximum number allowed in the studio at any one time slot. The average was two or three people at any one time.

Some members are working at home for now and bringing their glass in to be fired. Members of the kiln team have been firing every evening.

We sent a survey to members who worked in the studio in the first week. They all felt perfectly safe in the studio.

Physical distancing was not a problem as workspaces were clearly marked. Everyone washes their hands after signing in and disinfects everything they touch. Signing up for studio time was easy with SignupGenius.

Wood Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Sat., 9-Noon, Artisan Center/Lapidary

Wood Carving will resume once it is deemed safe to do so, and we have a monitor for the Saturday sessions.

Bob Lewandowski’s retirement coaster

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Woodworking

Pres. Gary Casner 303-880-4120 gcasner@comcast.net

VP Bill Norton 480-980-4593 panpan9803@yahoo.com

Treas. Charlie Tomlinson 503-333-8887

charlie.tomlinson@gmail.com www.scovwoodworkingclub.com

The Woodshop is currently open on a limited basis. At this time, the number of members in the shop is limited to eight, plus a monitor. There are two shifts each weekday, 9 AM1 PM and 1-5 PM. Woodshop rules include: • Everyone in the shop must wear a mask.

• All members will be required to provide their own eye protection.

• Handwashing protocol is implemented.

• Social distancing is expected and appreciated.

All SCOV woodworkers are grateful that everyone has remained healthy and safe through this COVID-19 crisis.

We’re all looking forward to going back to normal (whatever that’s going to look like) as we exit the pandemic. If you have questions or need more information, please visit the website or call an officer.

Continuing Education Astronomy

Pres. Allan Mashburn 435-219-0042 scovastronomy@gmail.com Oct.-May, Third Thu., 7 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

www.scovastronomy.com

Virus permitting, we will begin our fall/winter season in October. We will have outstanding speakers at our monthly meetings on the third Thursday of each month. If you are not a member of our club, you are welcome to come as a guest. Other club activities include educational sessions on “getting started in stargazing” and monthly evening sessions (star parties) devoted to looking at the night sky through a number of telescopes operated by club members. Favorite targets are the planets, many deep-space nebulae, star clusters, galaxies and much more. Have you ever seen the moon through a high-powered telescope? Come join us and be amazed at the high mountains, valleys, plains and beautiful craters the moon has to offer. Announcements of educational events and star parties are sent to members by email.

Club dues are $12 per year for a family (or individual). Come join us.

Bible Men’s Bible Study

Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586, Rick Thomas 520-591-0475 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:15 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

Depending on how we organize our club activities, we’ll tentatively plan on meeting October 6 for our first Bible study of the season. The focus of the fall study will be the Book of Revelation. This may prove to be a very insightful and timely study, considering all that is going on in the world right now.

In the meantime, stay safe, love your family and have a positive attitude.

Precept Women’s Bible Study

Pres., Sheila Witler 720-775-7623 Sec. Faith Heitmann 208-750-5886 Oct.-Apr., Wed., 8:45 AM, WC3

We will meet again for SCOV Women’s Bible Study on Wednesday, October 14.

Books Great Books

Pres. Barbara Gates 302-354-6615 VP Maryfaith Fox 612-414-7789 maryfaith.fox@gmail.com Oct.-Apr., First and Third Wed., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

The Great Books Club plans to resume meeting in October, continuing our provocative and lively discussions, triggered by readings of classic essays, poetry and fiction.

If you plan to join us then, get a start on your reading by obtaining copies of Saul Bellow’s Seize the Day (a short novel) and an anthology, Great Conversations II, the latter available from the Great Books Foundation and other booksellers. The SCOV Library also has a copy of Great Conversations II. Questions may be directed to Maryfaith or Barbara.

SCOV Book Club

Pres. Glenda Tonkin 925-640-7312 gt99673@gmail.com Club Communications: Lynn Kallgren lynn.kallgren@gmail.com First Mon., 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

SCOV Book Club meetings are canceled until October 2020. An email will be sent to members with further explanation of the rationale for this action.

Genealogy Pres. Lee Sopwith leesop@cableone.net Mentoring Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General meetings Oct.-May, Second Tue., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo www.scvgs.org

As of the writing of this article, the Sun City Genealogy Library should have been open for two weeks. We have monitors volunteering for many of the available times. Check out the club calendar on the club website for days and times the library is open. Remember, you must agree to sign up for available times, as we are limited to four members in the library at any time. No drop-ins please. Please read the protocols posted on the club calendar and adhere to any other protocols posted in the library.

The monsoon month of August is a great time to research your ancestors. The Genealogy Club subscribes to GenealogyBank.com and Newspaper.com which have digitized copies of newspapers from across the United States. Not a member? Pick up an application for membership and join today. Help is available for beginners and experienced researchers.

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SCOV Name Tags Name tags with our logo are $8 each. The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.

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ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Lei Lane Bammel via Constant Contact or 520-818-0017 VP Gene Bammel ebammel@earthlink.net Curriculum Randy Myerson rcmyerson@gmail.com Registration Karen/Sherwin Koopmans skkoops@gmail.com Samplers Sally Evert sallyevert@gmail.com

In July, the ILR presented two types of distance learning. The class on Famous Arizonans used Zoom while the course on Greek Mythology utilized a non-time specific, self-paced PowerPoint with built-in video hyperlinks. Some contactless fall and winter courses will be available and announced when arrangements have been completed. The Sampler Committee is also busy trying to work out remote presentation possibilities. If you are not receiving Constant Contact emails from the Bammels, and you did not unsubscribe, please send your current address to the registrars.

Bylaw revisions were completed and unanimously passed by the membership.

Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Vegan potluck, First Wed., 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista Mindful Meditation, every Tue., 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista Meetings Third Wed., Nov.-Apr., 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 9:30-11:30 AM, WC1

Poets Corner member Christa Lubatkin captures what most of us have been going through in this strongly evocative poem about surviving while fighting a pandemic: Leftovers no one left to lean on / share a joke or air a grievance / can’t shuttle my favorite soup across the street / answer the knock at my door to a pasta sauce in droves they’ve flown to cooler lands / destination Vermont, some dropped out of formation in Illinois / left us wilting under broiling sun / with a fire raging atop the Catalinas a stealth virus lying in wait / threatening our breath and our lives / our neighborhood is all but empty / my dog is shortchanged–no petting no treats we’re hanging around like overheated leftovers / swigged down with prickly pear margaritas / cup after cup after cup Meanwhile, we continue to meet via Zoom, Mondays, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, and we still welcome new members.

SCOV Technology Club Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 paulgsherwood@gmail.com Membership Brian Alexander 520-818-2429 www.scovcomputer.com

All classes require club membership and registration.

Register by emailing the instructor.

Please note that any classes held in forthcoming months will be conducted virtually using the Zoom application until further notice. If you need assistance installing Zoom, please call the Help Desk number listed below.

No classes in August. Please consult the club website for any further details. Any changes to the schedule will be communicated via club email as well.

Help and open lab sessions: Please note that there are no scheduled help sessions at the Technology Lab until the HOA shutdown is ended. For individual help sessions, see below. The same applies to any business center use.

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Help session by appointment: To schedule an appointment, please call or text the club’s help desk 520-329-7661 or email us at scovtech@gmail.com.

Cultural & Social Democratic Club Maureen Salz 520-240-0049 mosalz@outlook.com Second Sat., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo First and foremost, we hope that everyone is staying safe by following the CDC protocol of frequent hand washing, social distancing, staying home and if you must leave your residence, wearing a mask. We are all in this together.

Though we are not physically meeting, and have no plans for the foreseeable future, we are staying busy. Email blasts continue to keep everyone informed and updated about candidates and issues on local and national levels. Contact Maureen at mosalz@outlook.com to be included.

Tuesday, August 4 is Primary Election Day. You can check your voter registration status at www.recorder.pima.gov/VoterStats/BallotInfo or 520-724-4330.

The Democratic National Convention will take place August 17-20. In order to protect public health, the convention experience for delegates and viewers will include programming of both live broadcasts and curated content from Milwaukee. Watch your email for more information.

Please stay safe, hydrated and hopeful.

Dining - Prepare & Share Pres. Debbie Kotlarek 262-899-5810 dlkotlarek@gmail.com VP Sandra Fisher 208-860-3431 sandrafisher2703@gmail.com www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com

It is hard to predict what the situation will be later this year, but if it is safe to get together we will have a Roaring 20s Kickoff Dinner Saturday, November 14. If the pandemic still prohibits large gatherings in November, we will need to either get creative on how to safely have some smaller get togethers or simply suspend club activities until the situation improves. The club board is considering what would be possible, and we have a number of ideas. We will be communicating with members in the fall to suggest how we might continue to enjoy preparing and sharing food with each other.

Stay tuned.

Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Membership Sec. Carol Tombre 208-961-1133

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Pres. Chic Garner 520-528-9528 Meetings: Jan., Mar., Nov., third Thu., 1 PM, Activity Center/Hopi Room

The dog park remains open as of this writing. In this hot weather, early morning and later evenings may be the only safe times to bring your dogs out for exercise. At the dog park, there are solar lights along the fence line and entryway to allow for sundown use. Please maintain social distancing and use good hygiene practices by following the posted guidelines at the gate and via members’ email. Sadly, COVID-19 is not diminishing, so it is imperative we take this seriously when outside of our homes. Thank you.

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Garden Club Co-Pres. Zona Boss 520-638-6644 zona1boss@gmail.com and Shari Norris 520-825-6786 norrisshari@yahoo.com Co-VP Shelly Bredau 917-754-5637 sbredau@gmail.com and Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey@msn.com www.facebook.com/SCOVGardenClub Meetings second Tue., 12:30 PM, Auditorium (no Aug. meeting)

August is a month of spectacular weather. Fast moving and sometimes violent thunderstorms can drop large amounts of rain, strong winds, lightening and thunder. Soil is saturated and creeks are running. There is an explosion of flowers: bright yellows, golds, oranges and reds, creamy whites and pink. Late summer is also vine time: yellow trumpet, morning glories and red creeper. Of course, this color brings butterflies. Hopefully, you have special plants in your garden for them.

Do not prune fruit trees this month. A good way to remember to fertilize fruit trees is Valentine’s, Memorial and Labor Days.

Maintain regular monthly watering for large cacti, desert spoon, ocotillos and yuccas during this month.

In the hottest parts of the region, this is not a good month to plant roses. If you do plant this month, keep the plants well-watered and protected from harsh winds and afternoon sun.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 520-989-0062

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Havurah wishes all SCOV residents and their loved ones continued health. At the present time we are not meeting in person. Instead, we have offered two opportunities for members to stay in touch. We have held a Zoom meeting for all interested members to share greetings and to catch up with one another. In addition, we have asked members to send an email (and photos) telling us how they are coping with our current challenging times and letting us know how they are doing. A group message to the club containing all of the contributed information was then sent out to all. There has been a lot of positive feedback, and we hope to continue providing ways for us to communicate with those we care for. Please continue to check out our website for the most up to date news.

Republican Club Merritt McGlothlin 520-572-7853 mercarmc51@gmail.com Third Tue., 3 PM, Activity Center

The Republican Club was unable to hold our July meeting due to concerns relating to increased COVID-19 cases in Pima County, and we are unable to meet in August. We are aware that SCOV is abiding by the guidelines promulgated by the State of Arizona, Pima County and Oro Valley. Even if the SCOV facilities are open, what will be the requirement for social distancing, outside attendees, etc.? How comfortable would the membership be attending a meeting?

Early voting ballots were sent out July 8 for the Primary Election on August 4, which is also the election date for the Town of Oro Valley.

Since we are unable to meet in August, we will resort to other means to forward and process information regarding the upcoming general election campaign. Please continue to monitor the Tipster, and for more current club information, check “This Week in SCOV.” We will also notify all those on our email list. Once we return to holding meetings the third Tuesday of each month, everyone is welcome to attend.

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St. Philip’s Social Club Abby Marier 520-825-4878 absma@comcast.net Scandinavian Heritage Club Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com Sun City Singles Pres. Pieter Rooker 520-441-9866 Ticket Sales Lenore Lev 917-796-8450 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 PM; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 PM Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar., Apr. (Cinco de Mayo Fiesta) Fourth Mon., 7 PM, Catalina Vista

Our October 26 meeting will feature Celestino Fernandez (UArizona professor) discussing his new book about life on each side of the border.

Sun City Variety Theatre Membership Christie Faust 231-347-7502 jcf2075@gmail.com Sep.-Apr., Third Thu., 10 AM, Desert Oasis

Hello all.

Your theatre company is planning on performing Big Guns March 6 and 7, 2021.

As we all know, it all depends on ability to do so due to dealing with this coronavirus.

Our HOA will Our saloon girl dancers, left to right: Joan Morris, let us know.

Our first Ruth Bonfiglio, Christie Faust and Nancy Gilbertson meeting for the season is planned for October 15, 10 AM, place to be determined. Retain your tickets for refund or exchange during planned ticket sales in February 2021. No ticket, no refund.

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Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com VP Ian Friedlander 520-308-0535 First Mon., 4-5 PM, Kiva Patio www.vbscov.weebly.com All veterans, male/female, private to general, one military assignment or retired, active duty or reservist, combat or non-combat, everyone is welcome.

Meetings are being held temporarily on the Kiva Patio be- Matt Tombre receives certificate of appreciation hind the Activ- from Mike LaBarbera ity Center for social distancing and natural aeration, providing a safe environment for members to attend meetings.

We inform club members of VA entitlements and review relevant issues by email and during monthly meetings.

We are a social club of proud veterans helping veterans.

Attend a meeting to see what we have to offer.

In July our club supplied 15 pizzas in support of two veteran temporary housing units in Tucson.

Contact Mike LaBarbera for more information.

“To those who have fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.” –P. McCree

Women’s Action Group of Oro Valley (WAG OV) Facilitator Anne Munoz 253-905-7747 queenanne9@yahoo.com Communications Kris Sigford 612-747-0487 raykris@aribo.com First Fri., 11 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

WAG OV’s mission is to promote positive, progressive political change on issues affecting women and families.

SCOV Women’s Auxiliary Pres. Linda Wilkes 520-395-2370, VP Joyce Shaw 425-765-1415 Finance Debbie Francis 402-216-4227, Sec./Publicity Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723 Sep.-Apr., Second Tue., 9 AM, WC3 Our Auxiliary benefits Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse which helps victims of domestic abuse. Emerge! provides support, counseling and transitional housing to women and children in crisis. They also help educate the community by providing presentations on domestic abuse and offer programs and workshops geared toward the prevention of abuse.

In-kind donations are needed and accepted at their office at 2545 E. Adams St., Monday through Friday, 10 AM-2 PM. Visit their website www.emergecenter.org for additional information regarding these donations.

Much needed items include: • Face masks, both cloth and disposable • Sanitary wipes, spray, hand sanitizer and rubbing alcohol • Size 5 diapers and baby wipes • Paper towels and toilet paper The Auxiliary also supports Impact of Southern AZ food bank in nearby Catalina by collecting specific food products.

Our fall meetings will be determined at a later date based on directives from our SCOV Administration.

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Dance

Ballroom - SC Starlight Jim Kasierski 520-954-4041 scstarlight.pres2020@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance

As the summer season continues, we hope everyone, near and far, is staying healthy and as active as possible.

Your board has submitted to SCOV a proposal for reopening our dance practice sessions with two alternatives to allow returning to dance when it is safer to do so. Dance club plans will be reviewed either this month or in September.

We wish to thank the SCOV Board and Mark Wade for continually monitoring the COVID-19 situation and guidelines to help maintain a safe and active community.

We are pleased to welcome Leo Belardinelli to our board as the new VP. He is joining the re-elected Member at Large, Helen Smith and Sec., Nancy Trumble along with the continuing Pres., Jim Kasierski and Treas., Babs Kasierski. We will continue to work to help make our club responsive to members’ interests and to once again enjoy dancing together.

Folk Dance Harvey Gardner 520-308-5616 savear@gmail.com Fri., 9:45-11:45 AM, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 (suspended until further notice)

Folk dancing is more fun than a treadmill and healthful exercise for balance, muscle, mind and mood. For most dances, we hold hands in a circle to perform non-gymnastic steps to the enchanting music and rhythms of diverse cultures (including our own). Neither prior experience nor a partner is needed. Typical dance sessions consist of 15 folk dances, most with instructions. Folks may always sit out a dance to rest. Drop in to see if this internationally popular dance form is your cup of tea. Also, search FDCSCOV on www.YouTube.com to see us in action online.

Hula On With Pizzazz!

Artistic Dir. Glory Lamb 805-698-3887 dancingextra@gmail.com Thu., 2-3 PM, Activity Center/Dance Studio

We’re temporarily on hiatus, but hopefully, back in the swing of things by September.

How I miss dancin’ with y’all. Hope you’re someplace cool and pleasant, keeping fit.

I’ve found some really good dance workout YouTube sites to share with you. Let me know if you have some too. My fave: Island Girl Hula workouts (There are several targeted choices). Also, try the sites featuring Merengue, Salsa, Zumba and standing or sitting Pilates. They all offer different levels, and I always feel better working out with them for just 20-30 minutes, twice a day. “Blue Hawaii” is also on YouTube to bring back the hula vibe (the women dressed in blue version).

Check them out, stay fit and well, because I know we’ll be dancing together again soon. Now that we’re a variety show-style performing group, along with hula, there’ll be a lot of “Ain’t We Got Fun” happening.

I would love to hear from you: email, text or phone, you know I’m home.

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Line - Sunliners Pres. Cherry Harper 520-818-6396 cj.harper845@gmail.com Membership Karen Caldwell 520-370-5415 bella22643@gmail.com scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners

Although Sunliners members have not been able to dance together since March, our officers have still been having regular board meetings and conducting business for the club.

We had Zoom meetings and live meetings on the Kiva Patio outside the Activity Center, not a bad spot early in the morning.

The board has been adapting to changing circumstances, and also moving forward with plans that will be in place when our club members can meet and dance together again.

Some things that became necessary during the quarantine can also serve us well in the future.

One of those things is electronic voting. With this in place, all our members can vote on officers and club business, no matter where they happen to be when the vote takes place.

This will be especially valuable to seasonal residents. If you are a Sunliners member who cannot vote electronically, please contact one of the officers shown above to learn about alternate voting methods.

Okay, members, here’s a test for you. Which one of our favorite dances has this phrase? “There’s a dance floor up in my living room.” It’s true for many of us now.

Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Renee Steinmetz scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Chair Jon Russell scovrandrclub@gmail.com

Hello Rock and Rollers. Hope you are staying healthy and cool this summer. Your board is working on plans for resuming club activities and hopes to hold a September dance with protocols in place to keep everyone safe. Watch for an email announcement in early September for more details. Also, elections for board members were held in July, and the new board members will be introduced in September. Till then, rock on.

Western - Kactus Kickers Pres. Bob and Sue Newman bobsigrid@icloud.com Membership Marci Gutierrez marci.gutierrez57@gmail.com Activities in Auditorium

We are happy to announce our schedule for the 20202021 dance season. We are hoping that everything will be back to normal by November, and we will be able to have our dances as scheduled. We will keep you posted.

The Clear Country Band: November 20, February 12, April 9 Wild Ride: December 10, May 13 Unwound: January 8 Southern Reins: March 12 Hope you and your dance partner are practicing all your great dance moves in anticipation for a fantastic dance season.

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Exercise Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 t.polley@comcast.net Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 irmel5596@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 AM, AFC/Pool

Aqua Tone is a toning water workout that incorporates a variety of rhythmic body movements performed in the water.

This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.

We meet Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9 AM in the winter, 8 AM in the summer, at the AFC pool. There is no fee to join the club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Being able to do a basic swim stroke is very helpful. Items used in the class are buoys, boards, noodles, balls and a fitness band–you’ll need to bring your own. A band can be purchased from Marcia for $5. We assign an experienced member to a newcomer to help with learning the various movements. You will get a good workout in a fun class.

Arthritis Water Pres. Sherry Olivier sherryolivier55@gmail.com Sec. Joy Sawyer joymaesawyer@comcast.net Mon., Wed., Fri., 10 AM, Apr.-Oct.; 1:30 PM, Nov.-Mar., AFC/Pool

Come join us for gentle water exercises 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 joints, etc. Annual membership is $4 pp. Please note: The outside air temperature must be 77 degrees or higher for the class to be held.

We meet at 10 AM until further notice.

Energetic Exercise

Marty Siracusa 520-825-6961

Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-9 AM, Auditorium

When SCOV reopens and safety guidelines are in place for large groups, join us at the Activity Center for friendship and fitness with our professional instructor, Sally Martinez.

She’ll get you moving with a variety of classes that give your body plenty of aerobic, strength, balance and stretch moves.

She’s expert at keeping us seniors strong and flexible. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel.

New members are always welcome, men and women.

Your get-acquainted class is free.

Annual dues are $3. Class tickets are a bargain, only $30 for 12 classes.

Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca Tue., Thu., Sat., 6:45-8 AM, AFC pool (suspended until futher notice)

The Fitness Swim Club provides a vehicle for swimmers to participate in a group swim workout. We generally go 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout, mostly freestyle. Some do more, a few do less.

Workouts are suitable for master swimmers, triathletes and those who would just like to participate in swim workouts. Please ensure you have medical clearance to participate in vigorous physical activity prior to joining. We welcome new members.

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Pilates Mary Ayers 520-638-7916 scov.pilates@gmail.com Mon., 3 PM, Thu., 1:30 PM, AFC/Studio

Are you a golfer? Twisting on drives, squatting and leaning over picking up balls? Golf movements are required and repeated. Resulting overused weak muscles cause imbalances affecting legs, hips, arms, shoulders and back. Over 60? Your game is probably affected with shorter, less accurate drives. Stamina decreases and muscle strains, pulls and tears happen. For years, elite golfers (Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson) and weekend warriors have turned to Pilates, an essential training tool to keep their bodies balanced and improve performance. Like golf shots, Pilates is based on movement from the body’s center or core (trunk, shoulders, abdomen, pelvis). As you strengthen your core, hip rotation improves your range of motion and back stability. More results? Powerful, more accurate golf shots and a symmetrically muscled, flexible, strong body. Pilates is a full body exercise with very little joint strain. Call Mary Ayers prior to attending for the first time.

Tai Chi Co-chairs Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 1969kal@comcast.net Pat Howard 541-621-4404 pathoward45@gmail.com Thu., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 1

The Tai Chi Club is on hiatus until it is safe for us all to get together again. We look forward to scheduling new classes in the fall. Stay safe.

Yoga Pres. Jan Wholey 520-638-7088 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com

The Yoga Club has suspended all classes until further notice. We hope you are all staying healthy and active and taking advantage of the many online yoga classes.

Games Bridge Duplicate Bridge

Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Mon., 6 PM, Fri., 12:30 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

Bring your partner and $1 and join us for about 24 hands of duplicate bridge. Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time. Your dollars will be paid out to the winning teams.

If you need a partner, please call Mary Letts 520-797-0060 or Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486, and we will do our best to find you one.

Ladies Monday Social Bridge

Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 1-3:30 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

Monday afternoon bridge is canceled until further notice.

Stay well.

Marathon Bridge

Dave Johnson 520-825-6994 dpjohn@aol.com

Tentatively, Marathon Bridge for the 2020-2021 season will start in October and play once a month through April 2021. You will play either in your residence or your opponent’s home, thus only one table of four people per resi-

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dence. There is a one time entry/prize fee of $15 pp with no monthly game fees. We are always looking for new pairs.

Call Dave or Tempe Johnson, 520-825-6994.

Mixed Social Bridge

Pres. Don Wheeler 520-334-7578 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Club meetings have been suspended. Resumption of play will be announced in the Tipster and in “This Week in SCOV.” Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Owen Reese, VP Adele Reese, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6:30 PM, Activity Center/Navajo/Hohokam

When the SCOV Board allows resumption of club activities, the Tuesday Night Partners Bridge Club will require all participants to wear gloves and masks. We will play at larger circular tables to increase the spacing to comply with social distancing guidance.

Practice Bridge

Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Sec. Marilyn Guimond 520-825-0828 Mon., Wed., 12:30-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo (suspended until futher notice) Wednesday Afternoon Bridge

Pres. Phyllis Quist 520-354-2356, VP Janelle Parks 319-310-4759 Wed., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

Wednesday afternoon bridge is cancelled until further notice. Everyone stay safe.

Bunco Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

We invite all to come and join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month for a fun game of Bunco. We are really looking for some new players. I know we have a lot of Bunco players in our community. There is a $2 entrance fee which is divided among the winners. Come join us. We promise a fun afternoon for all.

Canasta Marge Allen 520-279-0270 margbill7@gmail.com Wed., 6-8 PM, Activity Center/Hopi

The revived Canasta Club meets on Wednesday evenings. Come join us. If you need a refresher, we will help you. Bring 75¢ and wear your name tag.

Cribbage Robert Hines 520-825-2208 Mobile 520-240-1375 First and Third Thu., 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

We look forward to seeing you when facilities reopen. New members are welcome. Come join the fun.

Euchre Judee and Art Wickersham 520-989-3254 Becky and Kevin Reiley 815-631-0788 Bonnie and Wayne Klenda 509-548-5315 Mon., Meet 5:45 PM, Play 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We expect to resume play in the fall. Stay tuned for SCOV reopening and new social distancing protocols.

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Five Crowns Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Sat., 4:30 PM or 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com

If you have a free Saturday evening, please come to Desert Oasis and join us in a very fun game of Five Crowns.

We have two starting times: 4:30 and 5:30 PM. Bring lots of dimes and a few quarters. I promise you’ll have a great time and you’ll meet many new friends. It’s a very simple game, which you can learn in about 15 minutes. Call Rosemary if you have any questions. Hope to see you there.

Gin Rummy Keith Jacoby 209-822-1742 or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Thu. and Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We love to welcome new members. Team gin rummy is a fun game and easy to learn. Good people and good times.

Come and give us a try, very low stakes. If you are interested in joining our group, or you would like to learn to play gin rummy, contact Sue Lilja or Bob Segebrecht 520-825-5480.

Mah Jongg Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis

I know we are missing playing with the new card. We are approved to open in September.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Our club has been approved to open. Contact Rosemary for information.

Pinochle Dave Flatness 425-443-3708 Wed., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands.

Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night.

The third Wednesday is birthday night. If your skills are a little rusty, we can get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues, $5 pp.

Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker

Steve Dirks 520-429-3303 stevenkdirks@gmail.com Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Our game is open to all SCOV residents. Games: Texas hold’em, crazy pineapple, Omaha, seven-card stud, crisscross, slide-rule and a couple of five-card draw variations.

The dealer antes 25¢. All games are high-low except for Texas hold ’em and crazy pineapple which are high only.

Stakes are 25¢ for the early round of bets and 50¢ for the last two rounds.

Contact Steve Dirks for a Word document with the full club rules and a detailed description of the games. Our next meeting will be in September.

Men’s Friday Poker

Joe Bonitch 520-329-1149 joe@joebmail.com Fri., 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Our club is on hiatus until we can play safely under COVID-19 protocols. Check the SCOV website for up to date information.

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Scrabble Fri., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Calling any and all Scrabble players or anyone who wants to learn. No experience needed or anyone who just wants to socialize and learn a new game. I would like to announce the reopening of the Scrabble Club at Desert Oasis in July 17. Being more or less self-quarantined the last four months has not been easy for our active adult community. Now that we have traversed that time and our community is getting into the new normal, the Scrabble Club would like to invite any and all residents who enjoy doing crossword puzzles, word games or any other brain games.

Maybe you would enjoy joining a group of individuals who like to socialize, meet new people or join old acquaintances in an enjoyable atmosphere of friendly competition. Please join us.

Sheepshead - Shauskopf Terry Rohr 520-818-1936 terryaz34@msn.com Tue., 10 AM, Desert Oasis (suspended until futher notice)

Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners

Mike Moyer 520-818-6509 mmoyerpp@gmail.com

Oct.-May, Mon., 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

We will not be meeting while SCOV is under coronavirus protection requirements and will be taking a rest during the summer months. We may be starting up again in late October or early November. Watch for Tipster notices and emails from Mike. Meanwhile, just keep singing. Have a harmonious summer.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Co Pres. Zona Boss 520-638-6644, Colleen Cottrell 520-825-8393 Wed., 1:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista Please note we will be having our summer meetings at the Catalina Vista through September, once the building has reopened. Looking forward to seeing you there.

The Different Drummers Women’s Circle provides a community drum circle for any woman wanting to connect with others through hand drumming using African Djembe drums, handheld Native American frame drums and other small percussion instruments. Drums and instruments are provided for guests.

Join us to drum, laugh and meet new friends. People worldwide for centuries have used group drumming to energize minds and bodies, strengthen community bonds, release stress and celebrate life.

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Early Music Recorder Ensemble Joyce Minks 520-825-0642 minkster42@comcast.net Tue., 12:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Have a recorder (the instrument)? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a group? Soprano, alto, tenor or bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided. Just one hour every Tuesday.

Let’s make beautiful music together. We plan to resume in October, but may need to practice safe distances. Contact Joyce Minks for up-to-date information.

Sun City Singers Pres. Bob Westendorf 619-571-1040 rewestendorf@live.com Director Don Hess 520-444-2206 Rehearsals Tue., 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium

The Singers will resume rehearsing when it is safe to do so.

Ukulele - Sun City Strummers Pres. Kathy Mashburn 435-790-4481 kathyp638@gmail.com Musical Director Don Bong Tue., 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele

Until SCOV policies open up for group activities, the Ukulele Club is in a holding pattern. Once we are able to resume, we will meet monthly on Tuesday mornings most likely at the Desert Oasis. An announcement in the Tipster and/or “This Week in SCOV” will provide our schedule. We shall again be encouraging guests and beginner classes when we resume.

Stay well and be safe.

Sports Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Lynn Lamb 913-915-4676 Lambuilt@AOL.com,

VP Ron Wheeler 801-791-2903 ourwildplaces@gmail.com, E-Bikes, Mike Hulett 218-443-3203 Mike.e.hulett@gmail.com Membership Tom and Bonnie Bethea 773-680-7228 Group rides: Mon., Wed., Fri., 1200 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.

www.vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org

Vistoso Cyclists Club has over 200 members. We ride year-round to preplanned destinations in Tucson and surrounding cities. We use both city streets, the Loop Trail and other designated bike trails. Occasional away rides start from a distant location. Weekly, a mountain bike option takes a few of us to the Tortolita rangelands, containing some of the highest rated single track bike trails in the nation. Our group ride options are from 25 to 50+ miles. We always take time for coffee and conversation somewhere on these rides.

Our Women on Wheels (WOW) group have their own agenda providing routes of 12 to 30+ miles.

Our club sponsors social events, participates in Wheels for Kids and are involved with the Interfaith Community Food Bank.

If you are a resident and love to ride your bike, check out our website, or call one of us.

Billiards Pres.

Tom Caswell 612-396-8254 tcas5171@yahoo.com

Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

When SCOV facilities reopen, stop by and join the fun. We have one of the best pool halls in all of Tucson.

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Birders Group

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

Next meeting, Fri., Aug. 28, 4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Curve-billed thrashers are very common in SCOV and can be found thrashing on the ground in your yard for insects, whistling its familiar whip-whip call like someone hailing a taxi.

One of six species of thrashSteve Holmes photo ers in Arizona, this is the one most likely seen in SCOV. The more secretive crissal thrasher resides in Catalina State Park. Mainly a desert bird, our featured thrasher is only common in southern Arizona, New Mexico, western Texas and southeast Colorado.

Want to learn more? We are an activity-oriented group, and all SCOV residents are invited to join us to learn more about the birds in Arizona. We generally list our weekly bird trips in the Tipster, but unfortunately, because of the coronavirus, all official birding trips have been canceled until the fall. The planning meeting listed above will probably take place over the Internet. Until then, if you have any questions about our club or about birds in general, feel free to contact Peggy (above).

Bocce Debbie Kotlarek dlkotlarek@gmail.com Steve Porter 720-394-0413 www.scovbocce.weebly.com

Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-9 PM, Bocce Courts Bocce is back. Bocce Club has resumed play for members only. Not a member? Complete the membership form on the club’s website to join. Social distancing and other regulations we need to follow are also there. We are happy to announce that SCOV will host the 2021 Tucson Senior Olympic Bocce competition, January 18-23.

Gun Club Bill Snead 425-246-8100 wgsnead@gmail.com Second Wed., 2 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

The Gun Club normally resumes meetings in October. We will keep you advised of future plans as COVID-19 mitigation requirements evolve. The Gun Club is especially focused on safety and information. Any shooting events and activities are organized outside of the club, by individuals. The Pima Pistol Club is our closest venue for practice, but has no formal association with our club.

Join our Facebook group Sun City Oro Valley

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Hiking Pres. Mike Duellman 847-951-3934 Scheduled hikes will be posted on the website www.scovhiking.org

Hiking has resumed at SCOV with social distancing protocols. Look on our website for a list of the various hikes we are offering. During these trying times, walking the neighborhood streets to get exercise is great. However, sometimes you just have to get off the streets and into the desert, so join us on a hike. Orientation hikes for new members will begin again in October.

B-Shift at Tucson Fire Station 8 Pickleball’s small court size and quick games make it the ideal game for people to enjoy. A game usually lasts 10-15 minutes, and then you can rest for your next match if you want. For more information, visit our website or contact Dave Burnham.

“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” –John Muir

Horseshoes Ray Coleman 520-825-2789 Ron Knudson 520-825-9307 Tom Calder 520-730-6345 tom@tomcalder.com Oct.-Apr., Tue., Thu., 2 PM The Pits at Catalina Vista

Hello fun. Welcome men and women. No experience necessary. Bring your own equipment. Easy to learn and the more you play, the better you get. Did you know seniors 70 and older pitch from a shorter distance with less effort and more accuracy? The shorter distance also makes the game more fun for women. YouTube has several videos of everything related to horseshoes. Check it out.

Good exercise, good people and friendly competition.

POP Tennis Pres. Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com VP Barbara Satterly 520-825-8965 Tues., Thu., Sat., 7:30-9:30 AM Training first and third Wed., 7:30 AM, Desert Oasis Courts

The long-awaited resurfacing of the Desert Oasis courts has been completed and they look great. The installation of new nets has also taken place. Hopefully, by the time you read this, we will have re-established club play with social distancing protocols. We hope you have all re- Desert Oasis courts look great! mained healthy and safe through what so far has been a very unpredictable year.

Racquetball Pres. Jerry Moss 360-772-0780 VP Brent Stewart 210-324-0178 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-11 AM, AFC/Racquetball Court

Play is suspended until it is deemed safe for us to resume.

Pickleball Pres. L. Nelson Brown Lnelsonb@gmail.com VP Membership Dave Burnham dburnhampton@gmail.com Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org

Keith, the son of two of our club members, is a firefighter at the Tucson Fire Station 8 on West King Road. Keith learned to play last year and wanted to introduce pickleball to his buddies at the station. They lined off a court on the pad at the back of their station and needed a net. Keith’s mom asked if we had any used equipment to sell to them.

Long story short, our club donated a portable net, some paddles and balls to get them going. Now Station 8 will be able to enjoy pickleball and compete with other Tucson stations that have begun playing our great game.

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This great horned owl seems to be watching photographer Leslie Esparza

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Table Tennis

Co-chairs Pat Norkooli 719-650-9787 patricia.norkooli@live.com Megan Jacoby 949-697-4665 cobymeg@gmail.com

Table Tennis is back with revised hours (posted below).

All players will need to follow these safety measures set by management: • Play singles only–no doubles.

• Use sanitizing solution provided at entryway upon entering and leaving building.

• Maintain at least 6 ft. distance from other players.

• Wear masks while in the building, including during play time.

• Play is limited to club members and residents at this time.

• Four people to a room at any given time.

Players need to contact a partner and make reservations by emailing Peggy Smith, peggy@buteos.net, at least 24 hours prior to play, but no more than seven days in advance.

Tue.: 1:30-3:30 PM, women club play; 3:30-5:30 PM, men/ women club play Thu.: 3:30-5:30 men/women club play Fri.: 2-5 PM, open play men/women Sat.: 9 AM-Noon, club play men/women There should be two rooms available with two tables in each room, four people to a room. Each pair of singles can play for about an hour. Monitors will need some time in between to sanitize tables and equipment before the next group comes in.

This is a temporary arrangement, and we look forward to when we can resume our normal mode of operation.

Tennis Pres. Ron Martin 520-395-0608 martin.ron.16@comcast.net Treas. Sherwin Koopmans 520-818-6337 Men’s tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 7-11 AM, Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918 Ladies’ tennis, Mon., Wed., Fri., 8 AM-Noon, Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452, Beverly Johnston 970-744-0697 Mixed doubles, Sun., 1-3 PM, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474

Our club promotes exercise, friendly competition and fellowship for SCOV residents through the sport of tennis. In addition, we have a long tradition of providing financial support for SCOV organizations and others in the Oro Valley area that serve Shoes donated to Foundation Clothing Bank youth and families. In for Amphi School District 2020, our club and individual members have made the following contributions: • 110 pairs of new shoes and 99 pairs of socks for the Foundation Clothing Bank for the Amphi School District • $1,188 for Casa Amigas • $1,045 for Seniors for Kids • $900 for Cheer Bears We are grateful for these ongoing opportunities to support our community.

Tennis play continues per the days and hours mentioned above, with a particular focus on early hours to beat the heat.

All SCOV residents and their guests are welcome to use our wonderful tennis courts, subject to COVID-19 reopening protocol. Anyone interested in joining the Tennis Club should send an email to Ron Martin.

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Wallyball Pres. Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com VP Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Treas./Sec. Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird6224@gmail.com Competitive Tue., Recreational Fri., setup 12:45 PM, play 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Ct. www.wallyball.us

Déjá vu. Hopefully by the time this August issue comes out, we will be back to playing Wallyball. It will all depend on when the gym and Racquetball Court can open.

Stop by and see if this is a sport you might enjoy. We nor- We are waiting to release the game balls mally play Tuesdays 12:45-3 PM. We might add additional games during the summer months if we can.

This is a fun game for both men and women to play. It’s a great calorie burning sport, and it helps build and tone muscles. It’s good for your balance, too. We joke around a lot and have some great volleys. Hope to see you on the court.

Please check out our website, or give one of our officers a call. Be safe and play safe.

Water Volleyball Pres. Barb Satterly 520-825-8965 craftylady838@aol.com Co-VP Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 kennesk@comcast.net Co-VP Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com Treas. John Lesko azjl1946@gmail.com Casual play Sun., Thu., 1-3 PM; Advanced play Mon., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis

Finally, on July 5 some of our club members were the first to play water volleyball since March. They say a picture is worth a thousand words We hope this enclosed photo shows how much we appreciate being together and active again while still social distancing.

Travel

Day Trippers Chair Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Membership Laura and Tom Held 520-447-5170 Second Fri., 9 AM, Activity Center/Navajo

No trips or events are currently planned. Watch the Tipster and “This Week In SCOV” for any updates.

Our club chair, Lynn Krivitz, has resigned her office to help take care of her grandson in Illinois. Vice chair, Laura Suchocki, will take over as chair, effective immediately.

Stay well, everyone, and let’s hope we’ll be rolling again soon.

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RV Club - Sundowners

Pres. Larry Castriotta 520-262-7072 LarryCastriotta@gmail.com

VP John McConnaughey 503-580-2465 Captain.Faisua@gmail.com www.sundownersrvclub.org

Next meeting Oct. 12, 9 AM, Catalina Vista (subject to cancellation) For now, we can’t hold meetings or social events. But the heart and soul of an RV club is going on trips, and we still have that. We have four confirmed trips that are going to happen, and 10 proposed trips that are in desperate need of wagon masters to make happen. Contact Carrie Wiley 360510-1641 if you can help coordinate these trips.

Because we are not able to have membership meetings, it is especially important The open road that people watch the website and contact trip leaders to keep our club going in these difficult times.

Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations. SCOV does not sponsor, support, assume responsibility or liability for the information. Due to COVID-19 many groups are not currently meeting. See website for up-to-date information and confirm with the organization’s leader.

Caregivers’ Support Facilitator: Jane Holder 520-820-0171 janeyholderaz@gmail.com First and Third Fri., 2-3 PM, Catalina Vista (suspended until futher notice)

If you are caring for a partner, child, parent or any other loved one, this support group will allow you to share with other like-minded people in a safe environment. What is said in this group, stays with this group.

Diabetes Support Facilitator: Bill Bable 520-639-8845 Wcbcfp33@gmail.com First Mon., 3:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Our members are part of a COVID-19 high-risk category.

Please take this seriously and practice all the CDC guidelines of face covering in public areas, hand washing and social distancing. Our monthly meetings are suspended indefinitely. An announcement will be made when meetings resume.

Grief Recovery and Support Pari Foster 520-248-3658 parifoster@gmail.com Tuesdays, 1-2 PM, Catalina Vista, Art Room (suspended until futher notice)

When the grief group resumes meetings, we will be practicing social distancing, as our room is quite large, and also, to keep safe, masks will be mandatory. We will continue to focus on loss in a safe, loving and caring environment. Due to the COVID-19, many of us may be experiencing a new kind of loss in addition to losses from things before COVID. There may be loss of friends or family, grief from loneliness due to sheltering at home, and other grief issues associated with the pandemic. None of these things should be taken lightly. The grief journey can take time, but is vital to healing, and by sharing with others, the burden is lightened. Contact Pari or check the SCOV website to learn when meetings will begin again.

Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 520-825-5352 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wed., Sep.-May, 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Springs, 30 W. Lambert Lane

AA Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com, Tue., 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Caregivers and/or people with Parkinson's are welcome to attend. We have speakers at most meetings with topics of interest.

"I have Parkinson's, but Parkinson's doesn't have me."

Alzheimer’s Education and Support Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639 Last Tue., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo (suspended until futher notice)

Survivors of a Loved One Who Died By Suicide Contact Ester Leutenberg 520-818-0016 ester36@gmail.com

Whether you are a caregiver, a person with mild cognitive loss, or at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease, our mission is to support one another by sharing new ideas through the advancement of research, to provide support for all affected by sharing ideas and concerns and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Cancer Support Facilitator: Laura Held 520-447-5170 lmheld@comcast.net First Wed., 4:15-5:15 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The focus of this group is on your feelings and responses to pre-cancer, current and post-cancer. Laura M. Held, a retired oncology nurse, cancer survivor and SCOV resident, facilitates the group. We expect to resume meeting in September.

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Survivors of a loved one who died by suicide have unique grief issues and struggles. It is helpful to talk with others who understand.

Vistoso Helpful Hands Barb McNeill 520-825-0677 bjmac68@gmail.com

Vistoso Helpful Hands (VHH) has been providing limited assistance to SCOV residents during the pandemic, to ensure safety for clients and volunteers. If you need help, call 520-447-0077 to reach a dispatcher. Leave your name and number. If the dispatcher is unable to immediately answer, your call will be returned.

If you can provide help to others, contact Barb McNeill to volunteer. Training is provided.

VHH also provides paid service referrals from our resource file. During this time of difficulty, Sun Shuttle Dial-A-Ride is providing transportation with fares waived. Contact them at 520-229-4990 to register and reserve your ride under safe conditions.

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Wheels for Kids Tom Terfehr 520-789-7243 www.azwfk.org

Do you remember your first bike? Wheels for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing rehabbed bicycles to children and families in need in the Tucson area. To date we have donated 3,000 bikes to local nonprofits who distribute the bikes to their clients. Some of our partner organizations include Refugee Focus, Boys and Girls Club of Tucson, Children’s Advocacy Center, Casa de los Niños, Ronald McDonald House and Youth On Their Own. Wheels for Kids is an all-volunteer effort, and we are always happy to welcome new people to our team. If you are interested in learning more, please visit our website or call Tom Terfehr. Help kids experience the same joy you had when you got your first bike.

YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary Kris Cohen 520-818-2582 krisandearl@msn.com

Thanks to all who participated in the Emergency Fund campaign.

Due to Covid-19 constraints, we won’t have a Back to School collection. Please consider donating the value of what you would have purchased in school supplies, hygiene items or food directly to YOTO by visiting yoto.org or sending a check.

Sign up with Amazon Smile and shop at smile.amazon. com. For each purchase, Amazon donates 0.5% of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to YOTO. Shop at Fry’s. Sign up with your V.I.P. Card on the Fry’s website and select YOTO’s code 27567; earn rewards for YOTO every time you shop.

Extended Community American Legion Oro Valley Post 132 We are local veterans making a difference in the lives of veterans and service members in need. Help us to help them by joining our friendly Post. You too can make a difference.

Your membership adds to our collective voice on important issues. Contact: Ed Davis 520-229-1064 ovpost132@gmail. com. We meet the third Thursday at 6:30 PM, SeptemberJune, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley.

Refugee and Immigration Services COVID-19 has impacted the already vulnerable Tucson refugees with loss of jobs and income. The following needed items are being collected: bar soap, hand sanitizer, deodorant, mouthwash, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrushes/ toothpaste, shaving cream, body lotion and cleaning supplies. You can drop these items in a box on Judy Lynch’s front porch, 14200 N. Alyssum Way, from August 1-22. The items will be delivered to LSS-SW for refugees. Thank you.

Editor’s note: In the Photo Scrapbook on page 30 of the July Tipster, photographer Carol Benish’s name was misspelled. We regret the error.

Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Sheryl Hester photographed this coyote pup taking time to smell the bird of paradise

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The Bighorn fire on June 20 by Steve Perkins. The fire consumed over 119,000 acres and 100 percent containment was reached just as we went to press

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Classifieds

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

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

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FOR SALE BY OWNER: 2 BR/2 BA plus den. Rio Vista model, 1,689 sq. ft. All tile floors, lg. master suite; new interior paint, many upgrades in kitchen and both baths, wide hallways and open floor plan; NE facing back yard, mt. views from kitchen, master BR and patio. Huge private fenced yard, 9,376 sq. ft. lot, nicely landscaped; new roof 2020. All S/S appliances, move-in ready. Call Tom and Cindy 360 477-2007.

FOR SALE: Clearance pricing on household items, women’s clothing, cameras, etc.

Appointment only, call 520-425-2079, 9 AM-2 PM, 2269 E. Amaranth St. Cash preferred, please.

FOR RENT: Four rentals available; all with views. 1,100 to 2,200 sq. ft. Fully furnished, king in master, front and back patios. Jan. through Mar. 2021 requests will be put on back-up list. Available Aug. through Dec. 2020 and April 2021 forward.

For pictures and pricing, call Jan at 636-357-8817 or email janostrander2013@ gmail.com.

FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1,573 sq. ft., 2 BR/2 BA Silvercreek model. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fans in every room. Fully furnished, including king in master, queen in guest, reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully enclosed back yard. N/S, N/P. Available Sep., Oct., Nov. and Dec. 2020, and April 2021. Email dixie14495@gmail.com or call 636-544-1706.

FOR RENT: 2,000 sq.ft. home with magnificent mountain views on quiet cul de sac.

Fully upgraded, beautifully furnished. Open floor plan, 2 lg. master suites, 2.5 BA, spacious living room, dining area and sitting room with fireplace, 2.5 car garage.

Golf cart and utilities included. N/S, N/P. Available Nov. and Dec. 2020. Call Linda 510-813-0122 for info and pictures.

HOME WATCH: Karl’s Home Watch Service is committed to keeping a watchful eye on your home while you’re away. Karl, a Sun City Facilities monitor and full-time Sun City resident, will inspect your home’s interior and exterior for signs of problems with plumbing, irrigation, A/C, roof and more. Karl Leiderman, 520-406-8894, email: KHWS.Karl@gmail.com.

HOUSE WATCH: Jay’s Home Watch with TLC, “I’ll watch your home when you’re not.” I will check on your home regularly, water indoor plants, bring in mail, newspapers and packages, contact your handy person, landscaper, irrigation person, etc., if needed and take care of any emergencies that arise. I will email you with an update each time I visit your home. Jay Leutenberg, all-year resident. Call 520-818-0016, email jayleu35@gmail.com.

PET SITTING for over 30 years and will enjoy taking care of your furry friends.

Very reasonable charges and I am very caring. I stay with your pet (daily or overnight) and take care of your home as well. I look forward to hearing from you. I have been tested for Covid-19 and am so far free of the virus. Call Joanne Mead at 805-796-9249. May you stay well. References available upon request.

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