September 2020 Sun City Oro Valley Tipster magazine

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

BOD Study Session and Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 9 AM, Zoom

Tipster

September 2020

Photo by Joan Kelley

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

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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

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 AM-5:30 PM Driving Range hours ........................... 6 AM-1 hour before dusk; Thu., 6 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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Go to the website: scovaz.com Login >Member Services >This n That >Photo Release. Fill out the form and submit photos (two per form). Submit as many as you like.

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

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.

Board of Directors jmitchscov@gmail.com

Grabbing the Bull–Perspective is Everything

by Jim Mitchell I can’t remember who advised me or when I first heard that sometimes you have to take the bull by the tail and face the situation, but it’s come to my mind many times over the years in difficult situations. The past few months, it has popped up more frequently than I’d like.

As difficult and ugly as the COVID-19 pandemic has been, your Board and staff have tried to be realistic in facing the ever-changing situation. The one constant has been following guidelines from the CDC, state, county and town. It may not have seemed like a constant because the guidelines change as more data and research becomes available. But that’s the way science works. (As opposed to social media where one can find an “expert” to support about any belief that fits one’s viewpoint.)

A metaphor normally used to build confidence in leaders doesn’t even apply today. You know the saying, “This isn’t her/his first rodeo.” But the fact of the matter is, this is our first rodeo, for all of us, our first encounter with a fast-spreading virus no one has ever seen. So can we at least agree that, until we have an effective vaccine, we need to take individual responsibility for the good of all of us by wearing masks, social distancing, washing hands frequently and following the science as we learn more about how to stop the spread?

In the meantime, I’m reminded of lyrics from a Van Morrison song: “You’d find something every day to take your breath away. The world is filled with wonder, no matter what they say. Wonders all around us. And life is all we’ve got. If you wait for mountains, then you’re gonna miss a lot.”

We in SCOV have a lot to look forward to, not just the ongoing reopening of pre-pandemic facilities, amenities, clubs and events, but also implementation of the long-range plan for new and updated facilities, amenities, clubs and events.

Improved Activity Center, Artisan Center, exercise pool, Welcome Center, dog park and golf course anyone? Those are exciting possibilities in our future once we can grab the bull by a more manageable end.

What’s Inside

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 6 Golf.................................................. 9 Coming Events.............................. 11 Workshops and Classes................. 11 For Your Information..................... 11 Memoriam..................................... 11

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

Let’s talk PPP PPP (Payroll Protection Program). What is it?

When did we apply for it? Did we get it? How much did we get? Can it be forgiven? What is required for forgiveness?

I’ve heard these questions and more regarding the PPP loan. There is so much confusion about the PPP. Some of the answers I’ve heard add to the confusion.

I thought it would be well if we take time and try to clear the air with some facts as they relate to the PPP loan.

What is it? The PPP is the primary stimulus of the CARES Act for small business. These funds are administered through the Small Business Administration (SBA) and are intended to guarantee eight weeks of payroll as well as some other costs to help small businesses stay in business.

Did the Board approve making an application, and when did the Association apply for the PPP loan? The Board was informed that staff were looking into the PPP on March 31 and was kept up to date as we moved through the process.

When did we apply for it? Randy Trenary (Controller) first dropped off the application with all supporting documentation on April 1, 2020, to our local bank branch. On April 2, the application was changed by the SBA, so Randy submitted the new application. The SBA then created a website for online submissions which Randy completed on April 5. On April 16, we were told that we were not approved. April 20, we were told by the bank we were in the queue if a second round of funding became available.

Did we get it? We were notified more funds were available on April 27; then on April 30 we received approval notification.

That same day, Joy Huxtable (Board President) emailed the Board of Directors seeking authorization to accept the loan and allowing me to sign for it. This action was ratified in the May 21 Board meeting. The loan documents were signed on May 5, 2020.

How much did we get? We received $615,955 on May 6.

Can the loan be forgiven? Yes. What is required for forgiveness? Funds must be used for payroll and benefits (employer portion of medical insurances and 401K), state employment taxes, and utilities. Initially, 75% of the funds needed to go to payroll-related expenses and 25% to nonpayroll expenses we disbursed by June 30.

That was changed to 60% / 40% when they extended the disbursement deadline to December 31, 2020. All our funds were disbursed by June 26 at a 77% / 23% ratio. We must also get back to similar staffing level pre-COVID-19. Certain Safe Harbors were created in this regard if returning to staffing levels was not possible. Some of these Safe Harbors will apply to us for restaurant, activities and Pro Shop staff.

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Clubs............................................. 12 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 12 Continuing Education................. 15 Cultural & Social......................... 17 Dance......................................... 19 Exercise...................................... 22 Games........................................ 22

Music.......................................... 24 Sports......................................... 24 Travel.......................................... 27 Partnered Organizations............... 27 Extended Community................... 28 Volunteer Opportunity.................. 28 Classifieds...................................... 29 Photo Scrapbook........................... 30

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

Life-Long Learning at SCOV

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by Lei Lane Bammel

hat do you get when a great idea is put in a receptive environment and then is nurtured by skillful, caring and thoughtful people? For Sun City Oro Valley, the 2003 idea of Gene Bammel blossomed into an extremely successful and popular club, the Institute of Learning in Retirement (a Life-Long Learning Program), better known as the ILR. At the beginning, the first session in the fall of 2003, four courses were offered, and six new ones followed in the winter of 2004. In 2015, the club added a summer Jim Williams using Zoom to conduct a summer session class on Famous Arizonans. John O’Hagan photo session to the fall and winter ones, and, recently the annual number of courses has expanded from six to around 30.

A member once commented, “I can say, unequivocally, that since taking ILR classes the past several years, my mind has been stretched, never to return to its original shape.” Another has offered, “The ILR is one of the very best things living in SCOV offers to all of us on a reliable and continuing basis...keeps us young and involved in life.” and “We have a real gem available to us. How fortunate we are!”

Classes typically meet once a week for a maximum of two hours, and they range in duration from 2 to 10 weeks.

Class size has been limited by the fire marshall’s occupancy limit for the rooms. Most courses have a limit of 60, but a few have used two rooms to increase the number to 120.

There is a one-time membership initiation fee of $25. After that, each course costs only $10, except for the summer courses which have been free. In addition, when in session (8 weeks in the fall and 10 in the winter), there have been free weekly Samplers. These presentations have a different topic and presenter each week, and no advance registration is required. Until now, Samplers have been open to any resident. Going forward, they, like courses, will only be available to ILR members.

ILR’s mission is to provide a broad range of educational opportunities for its members and the residents of SCOV, primarily through offering courses and presentations. It has grown from about 100 to around 800 members. There has been an amazing variety of course topics and presentation methods. Some have even had field trips of various kinds (geological, historical and even cuisine/restaurant-based).

Subject matter has covered the gamut of art, health, histo-

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ry, dance, finance, literature, math, music, religion, science, technology and philosophy. All of the course instructors, called moderators, are volunteers, some of whom have lived outside of SCOV. Like everything else in this new COVID-19 era, the ILR has had to make dramatic changes in order to continue its mission. For now, and until there is a viable vaccine that is available and taken by our members, there will be no in-person classes or Samplers.

With that decision made, alternatives were considered. Our Curriculum Chair, Randy Myerson, has investigated various possibilities as have several of our moderators. Randy, impressively, has been developing the knowledge and skills necessary for being a Zoom (a popular video teleconferencing app) host and understanding the nuances of how the application can be used by potential moderators.

Three free courses were offered this summer, each with a different approach. Jim Williams used Zoom, Jack Peradotto selected a self-paced PowerPoint approach and Garry Buck is doing a multiple week, computerbased approach with class discussion facilitated by emails.

For some members, working with these methods and techniques is going to be educational and mind expanding.

But the possibilities are very exciting and no doubt offer another approach that can be continued as an additional option once things return to something like the previous normal. The Randy Myerson is the Zoom host for the summer session class. advantages, Jane Myerson photo beside zero exposure, include being able to take a class anywhere there is an Internet connection, having a comfortable chair, not having to get dressed to go out, being able to have a beverage of choice and not having to drive and park and walk to a room, etc. The important thing is that enriching, brain-expanding, educational and fun opportunities continue to be available in a safe environment. While reduced in the number of offerings, the club is planning on having fall 2020 and winter 202l courses and Samplers for its members. See article on page 16 and the club website www.suncityilr.com for more information.

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General Manager, continued from page 3 Our best opportunity for full forgiveness of the loan will be to wait until we are at pre-COVID19 staffing levels. Depending on how this virus plays out, it is likely this won’t happen before the end of the year. We anticipate submitting for forgiveness sometime in December.

I want to express my appreciation to our Board of Directors who have taken every opportunity to take advantage of this program which will lessen the financial impact of COVID-19 virus on employees and the Association.

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

Hot Topics Have you seen the Hot Topics button on the website? It’s the go-to place for the current hot topics in SCOV. Right now, there’s information there about COVID-19, trash, Comcast and Zoom. These are the things the community is asking and talking about, and you now have a quick link to those topics. The topics will change as the current news in the community changes. There’s also an FAQ page as well as a place to ask a question. Communication is one of the most important elements of SCOV, and this is another way information is provided to you.

Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 When, Where, How and Why? These are questions I am asked daily. Every day brings new challenges not only for the managers but for residents. I know many of you are frustrated that I can’t give you an answer to all of your questions. All of our personal lives have changed like we never thought possible. As we open things slowly, I am working to find more social ways to gather safely under rules set by the Governor, county and our Board. As of this writing, SCOV has been lucky that our friends and neighbors seem to be healthy through all of this. Let’s all hang in there together. We are lucky to be able to get out, attend some clubs and dine at our restaurant.

Community Services - Katy Mosier kmosier@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8058 Town of Oro Valley Building Permits When you are preparing the forms for an ARC or In-House submittal, please remember that it is possible your project will need an issued Town of Oro Valley permit(s) as part of the project. Not every project will require a permit, but there are several that do require them.

If there is any question about permits, please contact the Town of Oro Valley 520-229-4800 and ask for Philip O’Conner. He will be able to direct you. If you do not need a permit for a project, please document your conversation with the date, time and town contact within the body of your submittal. If you do need a permit(s), it is imperative that you email a copy of the permit to kmosier@suncityorovalley.com prior to any construction.

Some projects that may need permits are the following: installation of more than two windows, installation of a flagpole anywhere on your property, temporary storage of items such as pavers or roof tiles in the right-of-way, etc.

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Welcome New Neighbors – July Name

Janice & Russell Story Katherine Campbell Charlene & Amos Meyers Delores Clark & Mark Campbell Jaqui & Brett Martyn-Dow Thomas Stranc

From

Jacksonville, OR Tucson, AZ Volcano, HI Brookfield, WI Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ

July 2020 Housing Resale Information Resales 2020 2019

For the Month 6 12 2019 Total Sold - 191

YTD 94 126

2020: Active Listings as of 7/31/2020........................... 12 2019: Active Listings as of 7/31/2019............................. 4 Source: TARMLS®

July 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

Hats off to our SCOV volunteer librarians for their service during this extraordinary time. While not all our volunteers have been able to come back yet, those who have, have improved the quality of life for our community. Our Library provides a place to go for residents experiencing loneliness and boredom during the extended lockdown. It has not been easy; volunteers who stepped up to the plate had to learn new procedures. Each shift begins with taking temperatures and sanitizing surfaces. Once or twice a day dozens of items, often over one hundred, are unloaded from the book drop onto a cart and marked for a 72-hour quarantine. Carts that have completed the 72 hours are unloaded onto another cart and wheeled out to the circulation desk to be checked in and shelved. Once a week a volunteer with loads of patience runs the overdue report, generally about six pages long, and searches for every single item not only on our shelves, but on each of the six or so active quarantine carts before calling patrons. One volunteer works the circulation desk, handling all checkouts, check ins, phone calls, questions and much more. Another volunteer stationed in the Library lobby limits the number of patrons who can enter and ensures everyone wears a mask and uses hand sanitizer, so they can safely browse our collections at a safe social distance. The joy on the faces of those going home with new books, movies, magazines and puzzles is a testament to all the volunteers’ hard work.

Please remember that curbside pickup is still available.

Call 520-917-8064 for details.

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Mask Tips When wearing your face covering or mask, be sure that it covers both your mouth and nose and fits snugly. So, if wearing a mask or face covering has benefits that outweigh any potential or even imagined downside, are there ways to make extended use easier? Turns out there are some simple tips that can make prolonged mask use more bearable.

Steps to help with prolonged mask use that experts recommend often include: Take Five Breaths: By taking five breaths before putting

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Money MATTERS

Due to the timing of our annual audit, the financial statement for July is not included in the September Tipster. Financial statements can be found on our website www.scovaz.com and in our SCOV Library.

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. on your mask, right after you put your mask on, and after removal of your mask can stop your nervous system from developing an incorrect breathing pattern. This entails inhaling through your nose for four seconds and exhaling through your mouth for six seconds. Take a two-second break and repeat five times.

Breathe Deep: As some people wear their masks, they actually change the way they breathe. In order to avoid this, make a concerted effort to breathe slower and longer when wearing your face covering.

Take a Break: When possible, try to take a break from wearing your mask or face covering. It is these little respites that can make prolonged mask use bearable. Again, take five deep breaths during these breaks and be sure that during a break you are mindful of social distancing.

Unfortunately, mask or face covering use is the new normal (at least in the short term).

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, September 8, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, September 9, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time.

A Word About the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak As this Tipster is published, SCOV buildings and activities have started 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/ 6

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Money Matters will return with the October issue of the Tipster.

The Finance & Budget Committee meets on Monday, October 26, 1:30 PM, WC3.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com.

Randy Trenary, Controller

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. The schedule for the upcoming Labor Day holiday is as follows: • Tuesday pickups will be made on Wednesday, 9/9 • Thursday pickups will be made on Friday, 9/11 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 web page.

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 committee may resume monthly meetings in October.

Stay well.

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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 In-house, Paint, Initial, and Permanent Improvement Submittals are now digital and will be reviewed promptly

The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) has now reopened its review process to permanent improvement projects that are room additions and patio covers.

To start the process of Submittal for changes to the footprint of an existing home or patio cover, a homeowner should go to our website: www.suncityorovalley.com, sign in; go to Members/Member Services/For Your Home; read Start Here; go to Making Changes to Your Home and click on the Initial ARC Submittal form or Designated Representative form.

The Community Services Coordinator will respond to you by sending a plot plan and link with further directions for the submittal process. Communication will be between you and SCOV.

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

The paper directory is going to press soon, on a delayed schedule from normal. To be included, all changes must be submitted by Friday, September 11. The online directory is updated monthly.

New residents are unlisted by default. This includes those who move within SCOV. Renters aren’t included, unless they’re long-term year-round residents.

I use the monthly SCOV Resale Report to update the directory database. Those who have sold their homes are removed from the database, and the new owners are added as unlisted. To be listed in the directory, you must complete the online form “To change your directory listing...” or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center when it reopens.

You can choose to be listed and still have address, phones, or emails unlisted in either the paper book or the online directory. Email addresses are not published in the paper book.

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 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 Tipster 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.

Food and Beverage Leo Belardinelli lbelardinelli@hotmail.com Oct.-May, first Fri., 2-3 PM, WC1

Is your hangout gone? Do you miss The Views Restaurant atmosphere with its great food, entertainment, wine nights, karaoke or beers after golf? I bet we all do. So, here we are, faced with a hopefully temporary new normal which most of us feel we can’t do anything about. That’s one way of looking at it. The other way would be to think of it as a new start with new rules, but with the same goal of making The Views Restaurant one of the best venues in SCOV and Oro Valley.

So, that leads to my introduction. My name is Leo Belardinelli, and I have agreed to try to fill the shoes of Barb McNeill, who has been the chairperson of the Food and Beverage Committee for the last three years. It was Barb and her committee who helped our Food and Beverage Director, Aalt Bouwer, and his staff forge a new restaurant and create a major revenue producing venue in SCOV. You can help also.

If you have an idea to throw in the hat, or you would like to be on the committee, email me. You could be the bearer of the next great idea.

Friends of the Library Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu Pat Brown patbrown630@gmail.com Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com

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.

Keeping Your Resident File up to Date Remember to fill out an In-House Submittal Form online if you are going to have new underlayment installed on your roof and are using the same tiles.

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The Community Directory Is Going to Press Check both the online directory and the paper directory to ensure your listing is correct. All changes for the book must be submitted no later than Friday, September 11.

To update your information, log in at suncityorovalley. com > Members > Services > Directory and complete the online form “To change your directory listing,” or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.

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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

Summer has brought few monsoon events at the time of this writing. A little bloom has happened, and we look forward to more weather drama ahead. The gift shop has remained closed, and it has not yet been deter- New work by Joan Kelley mined when it will reopen. We are remaining mindful of the safety of our consignors and customers and consider ourselves a nonessential service. But, our consignors remain busy with their art and craft projects, and we expect a new display of artistic inspiration to burst onto the scene when we return to some kind of normal business activity. We appreciate our customers and look forward to seeing you again when it is closer to the new normal we expect ahead. Thank you for your patience.

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 is open 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.

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

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Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 Yes, the Rains Came Our monsoon rains did arrive and so did many weeds.

Keep an eye out for desert broom and spurge, and remove them early. Please make every effort to stay ahead of the weed situation in your yard. With the summer rains, new growth on trees occurred. Note that trees must be kept trimmed up more than seven feet above sidewalks so as not to encroach upon walkers and for visibility of stop signs at corners. Most bean pods are down now and should be removed from the ground in your yard.

Is your house number blocked by vegetation? Should a possible emergency arise, your home address needs to be found quickly. For safety reasons, please trim any vegetation blocking numbers on your home, so that they are visible from the street.

Our committee wants to issue a special thanks to all the residents who work diligently in keeping their yards in good shape throughout the year, especially in our hot summer months. Keep up the good work.

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

First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis, no meetings until Jan. 2021

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

It will come as no surprise to most of you that the Posse has suspended patrols until January 2021, at the earliest.

I recently spoke to our General Manager, Mark Wade, and confirmed with the Posse board that it is just too uncertain to have members in the Posse vehicle where they could not social distance. While we do have a number of husband and wife and domestic partner teams, we do not have enough to routinely fill our schedule. Trying to determine on a monthly basis what to do has been hard on our volunteers as they don’t know what to expect. We decided the decision to suspend patrols was best for all. While COVID-19 has been a challenge for all of us, it certainly has influenced the Posse and our mission. We hope you will consider joining once things are safe for us to resume our duties. We need you.

This is a way to help your community while assisting the Oro Valley Police Department in covering our area. Six hours a year, two 3-hour patrols, is all the commitment we ask. Join us.

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

The Properties Committee initiated and coordinated a lighting improvement project in the Artisan Center and AFC. The project was completed in July and replaced older fluorescent tube lighting with highly efficient LED (Light Emitting Diode) lamps. This was done in all of the Artisan Center Rooms, Gift Shop, all display cases, AFC gym and yoga studio. A total of 582 lamps were upgraded in 291 fixtures. The project will save 32,600 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per year equating to $4,075 annual utility costs plus additional maintenance staff savings. Total cost to SCOV is $8,889 including TEP utility rebate of $3,178 resulting in simple economic payback of 2.2 years. Cost savings aside, the new LED lights provide higher and more consistent light levels, better color render-

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ing, and improved working conditions for artisans and users of the facilities. 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.

Before–inconsistent light

We are excited to open the new greens for play once we come out of overseeding on October 12. We were hoping to play on the greens before overseeding; however, we have decided not to rush the process and open too early.

The good news is the new driving range tee is now open.

And during the time we have the course closed for overseeding, the driving range tee will be accessible off the new grass teeing area.

The golf course will be closed during overseeding starting Monday, September 21, through Sunday, October 11, and will open for play on Monday, October 12. We would ask the help of all residents to make sure not to drive golf carts or walk on the golf course while the new grass seed is being planted and watered. Please stay on the cart path.

The Pro Shop will be open regular hours, 6 AM-5 PM, through Sunday, September 20. We will be closed September 21 and 22 and reopen for limited hours 9 AM-Noon, September 23-October 11.

When we open for play on Monday, October 12, we will have a special grand opening for members and residents only. All golf carts must remain on the cart path only for a couple of weeks. The projected date for golf carts to start driving on the grass will be Monday, October 26.

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

After–consistent, brighter light

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

Be sure to keep your committee and club information up to date as SCOV reopens in response to leveling out of COVID-19 cases. If you resume meeting or have planned activities, submit that information to the Tipster and remember to be sure to observe all CDC and local recommendations regarding mask wearing and social distancing. Thank you to all of you who continued to submit articles and photos over the past months helping to keep your community magazine useful and informative.

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

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

The month of September is the time of the year that we overseed the winter ryegrass on the golf course for the upcoming season. Just as a reminder, there will be no overseeding on all the newly sodded areas around the greens, approach areas, and driving range tee.

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This year the overseed is going to be different from previous years. It has been announced and documented in multiple formats over the past year that the areas around the greens that were impacted by the Greens Renovation Project will NOT be overseeded this winter. However, the tees and fairways outside the construction area will be overseeded to provide green playing surfaces during the winter months.

The par 3 approaches, as well as approaches on the 1st, 15th and 18th holes will not be overseeded in conjunction with the construction areas being skipped this year. The size of these approaches that are outside of the construction area is very small and does not make sense to overseed.

This will also allow us to control the Poa Annua that has really infested these approaches over the years. They were the first holes that were not overseeded many years ago, so they are due for a break to get cleaned up.

The driving range tee will not be overseeded this winter as well. It needs a full year to establish before it can be overseeded to prevent damage to the new sod. That means the tee will go dormant when the weather gets cold in December through February. Golfers will have to hit off the synthetic turf during those months, since the tee will not be able to heal from divots. When the weather warms in the spring and the tee starts to green up, then play can resume on the tee again.

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

Nothing new to report other than the renovation is 99% complete. Now it is up to Mother Nature and time. Our first meeting of the 2020-2021 season will be Wednesday, September 2, 2 PM.

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

It was a hot summer, but we are almost through it. Hooray.

The golf course renovation is in its final phases with the greens all sprigged out and starting to show green. The course is really looking good. It is shaping up nicely to be a great fall. The restaurant is open on a limited basis, so you can get a cool drink and something to eat after your round.

The men’s club held its first event July 28, a fun day, and we started playing events August 5. We are happy to announce there is a full schedule planned for the rest of the year. The first will be a Heartless Scramble September 2, followed by a four-player scramble September 9, and the last event before overseeding, a low net on September 16. Overseeding will begin Monday, September 21, and run through Sunday, October 11. Check out the calendar on Golf Genius for all events. Remember that you have to register on Golf Genius to play.

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

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

We have some amazing women in our 18-hole league and wanted to recognize two of our members: Beckie Harkey and Claudia Svarstad of Tucson and Denver have been selected to receive the Center for Health and Hope’s 2020 Leadership Award for their Congratulations Beckie (left) extraordinary volunteer service and Claudia in Tucson, Denver, and around the globe.

Claudia and Beckie have led over 20 benefit golf tournaments in Colorado and Tucson and raised over $600,000 for HIV support services in the U.S. and in Kenya. Congratulations, Claudia and Beckie, for your service. You can read more about their award at www.centerforhealthandhope.org.

Tuesday summer league days are scheduled through Golf Genius and our fun Fridays are scheduled by contacting Debbie Huffman.

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

Fall and the start of a new golf season seems a bit closer.

Your board is meeting to get organized for the new season, as a lot has changed, and due to the pandemic, there are protocols we will all need to adhere to. The course is looking super and should be in great shape for our return We are always looking for new members to join us and have a good time. If interested please give our membership chairpersons a call.

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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

Feel safe and welcome at The Views Restaurant. We have taken every precaution to assure your safety while you dine at your restaurant. Tables are socially distanced with reduced capacities, tables and chairs are sanitized between seatings, public surfaces are sanitized at least once an hour, and the restrooms are checked hourly for cleanliness. Staff wash hands and change gloves between each visit to tables, temperature checks for staff are required before the start of their shift, and masks are required of both guests and staff. We have been ranked in the top 10 percent of all Pima County by the Health Department, earning us the Pima County “Ready for You” certificate of honor. We have missed you, and should you feel ready to come out, we would love to see you again. If not, we are always ready with our curbside delivery and our Ready to Heat dinner menu.

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

Attention all SCOV clubs and members: Does your club have needs for equipment or annual supplies?

Then look no further than your SCV Community Foundation.

Now is a perfect time to donate to the SCV Foundation where your funds will impact your local community. This spring and summer we took meals to our local health care heroes at Oro Valley Hospital, assisted our recently formed Veterans Club with the purchase of U.S. flags for SCOV buildings and provided funds for the purchase of cloth and supplies needed by sewers in the Casa Amigas Club.

The Foundation hopes you and yours had a wonderful summer and that you will continue to stay safe and distanced.

ON THE COVER

“Tiptoe Raider” Harris’s antelope squirrel balancing on a fishhook barrel cactus.

Photo by Joan Kelley

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Coming Events

If You Rent Your Home

Please make sure your renters are aware of the following rules and rights:

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.

• Homeowner must submit paperwork three days prior to renter's arrival.

• Renter should contact Administration office, 520-825-3711 to make arrangements for facility use card pick up.

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.

• The facility-use card is $25 (up to two cards), valid for the length of the lease and is non-transferable.

Every Day, 3-6 PM

• Access to all facilities, Aquatic & Fitness Center (including pool, gym and exercise classes), Desert Oasis, Catalina Vista, Activity Center, Artisan Center, Library and all workshops, studios, etc.

The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Join us for happy hour food and drink specials.

Friday, October 2, 8 AM-Noon

• Participate in activities including use of tennis courts, pickleball, bocce ball, basketball courts, horseshoes, mini-golf, table tennis and billiards as well as join any club.

Flu Shots Receive your shot for the seasonal flu in the Activity Center/Navajo. Don’t forget to bring your Medicare and insurance cards. Observe mask and social distancing requirements both inside and outside the building.

• A renter will receive SCOV homeowner rates at The Views Golf Course.

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

Association-Sponsored Fitness Indoor and outdoor water classes have resumed with strict limitations on class size. Online advance registration is required for all classes at www.suncityorovalley.com/ amenities-facilities/aquatic-fitness-center/. 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, Wed., 5 PM,

AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes are held Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM, WC3. The number of class attendees is limited, so call Ray Jerkins to sign up 520-219-3561. No class on September 7.

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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.

Thank You Corner

Thanks to the Institute for Learning in Retirement for the grant that will be used to purchase nonfiction books for our Library. These books will bring joy to so many residents whose lives have been narrowed down to the walls of their homes for months now.

Kate Cusumano, Librarian Many thanks to the SCOV Book Club for their much appreciated donation to the Library. It will be used to purchase copies of the wonderful books on their 2020 and 2021 lists.

Kate Cusumano, Librarian

Memoriam Residents 1

August 3

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August 17

George Puffett

Jerry Pilcher

Former Resident Ruth Johnson 1

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Clubs Editor’s note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, club meetings and events have begun taking place if SCOV protocols are met, and the club or activity has received approval from the General Manager. 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

It is so good to be back in the Catalina Vista Art Studio.

Having other artists to talk to and be encouraged by is inspiring. Hopefully, all artists have been using their time at home to produce wonderful works of art. When the time is right, the Activity Center will be reopening and new art will be displayed.

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

Bark carving will resume Tuesday, October 13.

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

As we slowly begin to reopen, members can once again enjoy using the studio. It’s wonderful seeing friends and sharing creative ideas. We are operating on a reduced program to accommodate health and safety concerns. Some of our members will continue working from home. New member orientation has been postponed until restrictions are lifted.

We look forward to accepting new members and sharing our love for pottery. Please see the SCOV website for any announcements.

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.

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

“Why I Paint.”

Several members when asked the above responded as follows: April: “ Like Frida Kahlo I paint from my heart. The subjects I honor in portraits are my heroes and my friends. My style is expressionistic.”

Al: “Painting has always given me a sense of beauty and creativity.”

Candis: “I love playing with colors and making swishes of paint across the canvas. I paint because I have to and many times I like the results. My style tends to the abstract.”

Carol G: “My emotions and passions get my imagination going generating an idea for a painting which in turn creates a link between myself and the viewer.”

Jane: “I paint for the pure pleasure of it.”

Rowena: “I enjoy dipping the brush into paint and expressing a scene or feeling I want to remember. I delight in viewers reactions to my work and often find we share values.”

What inspiration!

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.

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.

Clay R & R with Renee, Georgine and Jill Colored Pencil Sue Parkes 520-825-7307, Bette McGrath 815-347-4282 Fri., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

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

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.

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 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

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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

Vistoso Photo Club will begin the 2020-2021 season with a Zoom competition on Wednesday, September 23. It will be a digital-only competition. Existing members should have gotten more detailed information from Val Plumlee.

Dues for the 20202021 season will remain at $20/family. They should be mailed to Laura Hackenbrock, 14310 N. Trade Winds Way, Oro Valley, AZ 85755.

If you are interested in joining the club, view our website or call Val “The Blue Glass” by P T Fisher Plumlee.

Stay safe and keep shooting.

Photo by Carol Nagel At the end of WWII, the majority of American homes were still heated with coal. In every town, there were dealers like the Bartholow Coal Company, modeled here as it might have appeared in the 1950s. Master modeler Bill Nagel spent three months building this reproduction from a “craftsman kit,” so-called because of the skill and patience needed to assemble and paint the many small and highly detailed parts that create this evocative diorama. The Modelers Club is back operating under the SCOV guidelines. We hope you will visit us again when the protocols allow. In the meantime, stop to enjoy the models in our window display cases in the Artisan Center and the Activity Center.

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

How wonderful it was to be back in the Art Studio. There were four artists present on Tuesday and five on Thursday, all wearing face masks and working at an appropriate distance.

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

Sculpture

Pres. Laurie Lichaa 520-991-9953 Mon., 9 AM-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The sculpture group did not meet in August and are not sure if the club will meet in September. When the club resumes, we meet on Mondays in the Art Studio in Catalina Vista. You can view some our sculptures in the display case outside of 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 when we resume meeting.

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

Labor Day Holiday Hours Monday, September 7 AFC: 5 AM - 8 PM The Views Restaurant: 7 AM - 7 PM Pro Shop: 6 AM - 5:30 PM Activity Center, Catalina Vista, Desert Oasis, Library and Welcome Center will be closed.

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A thank you from Mending Souls to SCOV for donating over 10,000 masks

We thank so many in our community who are making masks for Mending Souls and other groups and organizations. If you need more information or materials, contact Debra or Steve Dirks at 520-825-2248,

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debradirks@gmail.com. You need not be a Thimblelenas member to get involved in this project.

The Sewing Room is open to six members at a time. Use the Sewing Room calendar to reserve your time slot and view COVID protocols. Refer to the Thimblelenas Club articles below for more information about your specific club.

Casa Amigas

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

We’re back in business. Yes, the Sewing Room is open and we’ve resumed cutting, sewing and serging clothing, sleep sacks, crib sheets, pillowcases and tote bags for children through the numerous organizations we support. It’s been such fun to be with sewing friends again, even though we are only allowing six members to be in the room at one time. We’re all being careful with handwashing, mask wearing and keeping our distance in the room. But that doesn’t stop us from continuing with our mission to assist children at risk. It’s even more important at this time.

Cheer Bears

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

Things are happening in the Artisan Center again, and though it is scaled back from the norm, there is a great amount of activity taking place. Cheer Bears are rolling along with some work being done at the Sewing Room and some done in the homes of our members. We will be meeting on Wednesdays, September 2, 16 and 30, 1-3 PM, as always. Starting in October, we will be returning to our regular weekly meetings. Group sizes may be limited, and you may still have to sign up ahead of time to be allowed in the room, but we will be putting all our love into the bears as always.

Be safe and pray for us all to get through this together. Hope to see you all soon.

We are looking forward to the return of our good friends we have not seen in such a long time.

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.

”It’s all about the eyes” in this zipper pouch

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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

We’ve had a lot of down time this summer, so hopefully we’ll have a great quilt show in March. Think positive.

Mark Wade has given us the okay to start our meetings in October with a limited number of people. I have sent out a survey to our members, and the general consensus is to wait a while longer for formal meetings, since the number of members that can attend is limited at this time. Hopefully, by October some of the restrictions can be lifted.

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.

We are looking ahead to a productive summer’s end. The opening of the Sewing Room has been successful, and we have been busy with burpees, quilts, receiving blankets and toys for our Christmas distribution. If you would like to come back and join in the fun, read the new COVID-19 reopening information published with the Thimblelenas’ Sign Up Genius website (see Thimblelenas article). This will explain the method to schedule use of 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. If you want to come in the room, all rules need to be followed. Things will continue to get better with each day.

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 (suspended until further notice) www.scovhookers.weebly.com

When we resume meeting, the Tapestry Rug Hooking group will meet on Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room.

We welcome new members; if interested in learning our art, please contact Coni Arseneau or Carrie Wiley. Our club provides instruction and practice materials. Learn more about our group by visiting our website listed above. The group will post on the Sewing Room’s sign-up calendar when it is ready to start meeting again. To access the calendar, you need to be a member of the Thimblelenas.

The picture at right is a project completed by John Shaw. If anyone has participated in a club with John, you have then shared John’s “punny” comments/jokes.

This project is an illustration of John’s humor. The “Come In” rug when turned around says “Go Away.” By John’s placement of his rug, visitors will readily know whether they are in or out.

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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 who work on portable crafts. We have crafters who make cards, crochet, DIY crafts, embroidery, jewelry, mixed media, scrapbook, quilts and much more. We are a fun, easy group with relaxed camaraderie, birthday parties, and a monthly project to share.

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

Our shop has been open since the end of July. It is so nice to be able to get back to silversmithing and seeing friends again. There are limited hours and strict health precautions in place. Hours and/or days may be added if more monitors become available. We are allowing four members plus the monitor per half day. Members will be sent updates via email of shop changes. All classes are suspended.

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 Our studio space continues to be open to members.

Our kiln firing volunteers have been utilizing the kilns in the Clay Studio and have reported feeling safe using the space.

Deb Wehrung is working on re-labeling Carol Benish was awarded first place in the 2020 each mold pic- Fused Glass Contest. ture with new numbers due to all the changes made when the new mold cabinets were installed.

Nancy Jarvis has been busy updating our inventory lists and our list on what the club provides for members and what we sell. Nancy is at the studio every Thursday from 4-4:30 PM to allow members to buy supplies.

Signing up for studio time is easy with Signup Genius.

Members are continuing to observe all safety guidelines.

Under the guidelines that we established, six is the maximum number allowed in the studio at any given time. Masks are required. We are not offering our informative classes currently due to the six-foot physical distancing policy.

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

Wood Carving will resume once we have a monitor for the Saturday morning sessions.

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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 This month’s featured woodworker is Jim Austin. Jim has lived in SCOV for the past five years and spends a couple of days each week in the Woodshop creating masterpieces.

These beautiful hand-crafted lazy Susans were Christmas gifts for his wife and three daughters.

During the current COVID-19 crisis, the Woodshop is open on a limited basis. At this time, the number of members in the shop is limited to seven plus a monitor. 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 thank you for your commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Club dues are $20 annually. Current hours are 9 AM-5 PM. 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

The Astronomy Club is known for conducting monthly lectures by world-class astronomers and other scientists. In normal years the monthly meetings begin in October and continue through the following May. This year we will be guided by COVID-19 data and guidance from SCOV administration. We are working on methods of providing taped lectures which can be accessed safely in your home. More information will be forthcoming.

This month we would like to call your attention to the southern sky where each clear evening you will see a very bright object–the largest planet in the solar system, Jupiter. Just to the left of Jupiter you will see a somewhat less bright planet, Saturn. Saturn, with its beautiful rings, is often called the most spectacular object in the night sky. Jupiter can easily be seen with binoculars, while Saturn requires a telescope.

You may have seen in the news that NASA launched a spacecraft on July 30 which contains a Mars Rover called Perseverance. That Rover will land on Mars on February 18, 2021, after a seven-month voyage. In future Tipsters we will provide more information about this mission. Persever-

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ance will deploy the first helicopter ever to fly in the Martian skies. Called Ingenuity, the helicopter will operate in an atmosphere 99% less dense than ours on earth, and at temperatures down to minus 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Quite an engineering challenge. Stay tuned.

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 is scheduled to resume meeting on Wednesday, October 7. As of this writing, we don’t know if we will gather in person or virtually, via Zoom. However we meet, there is sure to be a lively discussion triggered by our selected readings from the anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation.

Members will be notified by email of plans for October.

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 with most clubs and organizations, the opening of the Sun City Vistoso Genealogical Library remains up in the air.

Our President, Lee Sopwith, would like to let members know that “we are proceeding to have a late summer early fall lab opening, and our meeting in November, based on health department and SCOV recommendations, will be either online or live.” Continue to check the SCOV website and club website www.scvgs.org for opening dates and upcoming meetings.

If you are looking for a project to fill your extra time, consider indexing. FamilySearch, Daughters of the American Revolution, the National Archives and Records Administration, the Federation of Genealogical Societies and Ances-

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try.com all offer opportunities to volunteer virtually to help make genealogy records more easily accessible. You never know, you may run into just the family record you have been searching for by being a volunteer indexer.

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

The ILR is looking forward to the fall. As we transition to distance learning, the number of course offerings will be limited (more on that later). Registration will remain the same, $10 per course, and members can register online or via the U.S. mail, although online registration is encouraged. Residents who want to join the ILR can do so for a one-time only $25 fee, which allows members to take classes.

Beginning this fall, you will need to be an ILR member to attend the Samplers which will be presented via Zoom (this is a newly adopted provision). Zoom Sampler presentations will be limited to the first 100 members that check in that day with the link that will be provided via email. Stay well.

ILR Samplers Thu., Oct. 8: Pima Council on Aging, Ways We Help; Shane Lynch and Lana Baldwin Thu., Oct. 15: Sun City Oro Valley Overview; Mark Wade Mon., Oct. 19: Observations Regarding Upcoming 2020 Presidential Election & Other Thoughts; General Don Sheppard Thu., Oct. 22: Steam Pump Ranch; Jim Williams Thu., Oct. 29: Climate Change and Extinction; John J. Wiens, Ph.D. Thu., Nov. 5: Chronic Pain Management, Including Current Study of Green Light Therapy; Dr. Mohab Ibrahim Thu., Nov. 12: Talking Trash: The State of Recycling; Jean Montano Thu., Nov. 19: Long-Term Trends Which May Affect Your Future; Doyle Ranstrom

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

Meetings are suspended until further notice.

Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, WC1

Poetry is a great outlet for these viral times and being able to continue our Monday meetings via Zoom, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, definitely helps keep us going. Newcomers are always welcome. Email Sharyn to receive an invitation.

Club member Harvey Gardner takes a fresh look at the ups and downs of love in a poem that artfully describes both aspects: The Buts of Love Love’s high-flying feeling / can’t stay aloft forever. / Inflicted pain can force / a sudden bumpy landing.

But, although it’s hard / to handle hurt, set aside / tempting vengeful plans, / withdrawal into quietude / can allow healing feelings / to launch loving thoughts / looping, / I forgive you…

I forgive you…I forgive you…

But, love that’s grounded / and mothballed begs abiding / this basic self-love law—Suffering ad infinitum is optional.

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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 all classes held in September and 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.

September Class Two Factor Authentication: An Introduction to the Use of 2FA 1 Session Tue., Sep. 22 10 AM-11 AM Paul Sherwood paulgsherwood@gmail.com 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.

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

The primaries are over, our convention has concluded, and now we are all focused on the November 3 election. Here are some dates to take note of: September 29 – Presidential Debate October 5 – Voter Registration cut off for the General Election October 7 – Early Ballots Mailed October 7 – Vice Presidential Debate October 15 – Presidential Debate October 22 – Presidential Debate October 23 – Last day to request an early ballot October 26-30 – Curbside ballot drop off available at Oro Valley Library. Times and other locations can be found at www.recorder.pima.gov/EarlyVotingSites With COVID numbers not flattening, meeting in person is a precarious situation at best. However, we are keeping those on our email list updated on local and national issues and “noncontact” volunteer opportunities for candidates. Send your request to mosalz@outlook.com to be added to the list.

Please everyone, stay healthy, stay 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-

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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

Summer Membership Sec. Carol Tombre 208-961-1133

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

It’s been a very unusual summer with the COVID restrictions and extra hot and dry weather. We’ve had to adapt our daily routines. Our canine companions need socializing, exercise and mental stimulation just like we do. Some things we can do with our dogs include: watching animal programs on TV, playing hide and seek “go find it” with treats or toys, revisiting training practice, teaching new tricks. There are many free YouTube videos on training. Give it a try. Don’t forget pet summer safety. Always have a full bowl of fresh water available. Take walks in early morning or later evening, avoid hot sidewalks and roads that can burn their paws, never leave your dog unattended outside or in the car, and be aware of javelinas, coyotes, snakes and toads.

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)

The Garden Club is one of the largest clubs in SCOV. Due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 outcome, we will be following the Governor’s and SCOV guidelines. Due to these unusual times, the Garden Club will be on hiatus until further notice. Please watch the Tipster and “This Week in SCOV” for any updates or changes. September is a transitional month. There are things you can do this month to beautify and enhance your garden. Plant cool weather annuals toward the end of the month such as dianthus, angelonia and cosmos. Don’t plant pansies until cooler weather is here to stay, October 15 or later. Don’t depend on rains this month to give plants enough water. Encourage new flowers on your Mexican Bird of Paradise by removing seed pods. Do a light pruning of roses by month’s end. Add more mulch over roots.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 520-989-0062

www.havurahscov.org

L’shana tova, and Happy New Year to all of our readers as we welcome in the Jewish calendar year of 5781. Best wishes for a sweet year filled with love, peace, safety and good health. We are disappointed that we will not be able to have our annual Rosh Hashanah dinner and Break the Fast. Hoping that we will be able to gather together to see each other in the near future.

We held a second Zoom get-together in August that was well attended. It was wonderful visiting and sharing, and we are grateful to have this opportunity to stay in touch.

Our Havurah Book Group will be resuming on Tuesday,

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October 13, when we will hold a Zoom meeting to discuss The Girl From the Garden, by Parnaz Foroutan.

Be sure to check out our website for up-to-date news.

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

Your theatre company is planning to perform Big Guns March 6 and 7, 2021. As we all know, our ability to do so depends on the status of the coronavirus. Our HOA will let us know. Our first meeting for the season is planned for Thursday, October 15, 10 AM, place and style to be determined. Retain your tickets for refund or exchange during the planned ticket sales in February 2021. No ticket, no refund.

Stay healthy and happy.

Same song second, third or fourth verse. The Republican Club was unable to hold their August meeting due to COVID-19. The club is, therefore, unable at this time to determine if there will be an open meeting that would normally be scheduled on Tuesday, September 15, 3 PM. Even if the the SCOV facilities are then open, what will be the requirement for social distancing, outside attendees, number of attendees, etc? How comfortable would the membership be attending a meeting?

If we are still unable to hold a meeting in September 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 even more current information check the Thursday weekly email, “This Week in SCOV,” for further Republican Club information.

The club will also notify all those on their email list.

Once we return to holding meetings, and everything is back to normal, everyone is always welcome to attend the meetings held the third Tuesday of each month.

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

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 temporarily held on the Kiva Patio behind the Activities 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 August our club supplied 15 pizzas in support of five 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

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

Happy Hour Friday, September 25, 6 PM, will be held on the Activity Center large outside patio. There are 10 large round tables (sanitized) spaced six feet apart, four chairs each.

Menu: Tossed salad or tuna salad. Attendees: Notify Peggy Venus 520-825-1348 peggyv13978@yahoo.com or Lenlore Lev 520-639-8369 lel14660@gmail.com as to which salad you prefer. Salads will be individually wrapped, with plastic utensils and napkins. BYOB, ice and plastic glasses.

Members must wear masks until seated. Entertainment: to be determined. Happy hour tickets may be used for the September happy hour, otherwise a new ticket must be purchased.

Ticket sales Thu., Sep. 17, 10 AM-Noon only, Activity Center outside the entrance

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.

Mike LaBarbera (left) presents Certificates of Appreciation to Paco Munson, Alan Belauskas and Wally Bowman for outreach volunteering 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

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Abuse which helps victims of domestic abuse. We also support IMPACT of Southern AZ food bank.

Our board met August 11 to discuss future plans and make some important decisions. We hope that our reopening plan will have been approved by General Manager, Mark Wade, in August with recommendations and suggestions regarding COVID-19.

New in-kind donations needed for Emerge! are: • Face masks (cloth and disposable) • Disinfecting wipes and disinfecting spray • Hand sanitizer • Rubbing alcohol • Baby wipes IMPACT food bank is in need of canned tomato products, pasta and peanut butter. We have members happy to deliver these items or donations directly to Emerge! and IMPACT. Any suggestions or comments from members are always appreciated by the board. Future meetings will be determined at a later date based on directives from our SCOV Administration.

We hope you are all staying healthy. Take care.

Dance

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

As we move toward fall, we will all be glad to welcome back our traveling friends.

Hopefully, new COVID-19 cases will continue to drop and the SCOV leaders will be able to give our club the go-ahead on our plans to resume Wednesday dance practices. Your board continues to monitor changing circumstances and to develop plans and options to be ready when we can begin lessons and dances as well. Stay tuned to your email for upcoming survey questions to keep involved in your club.

Until then, stay healthy, keep practicing dance steps and stay positive until we can say “Let’s Dance.”

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,

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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.

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

Like other organizations, our bylaws never anticipated a global pandemic and the changes that would be required to continue conducting business for our club. We revised our bylaws to accommodate distance meetings and voting, and members were given the opportunity in a Zoom meeting to discuss and ask questions about the proposed changes.

Following the Zoom session, an electronic ballot was sent to vote on the changes.

Thanks to all our members for adapting to our changing circumstances. If you are a Sunliners member and you did not receive the information about the bylaws changes by email, please contact one of our officers listed above.

We are glad to be making some progress toward conducting club business in a more inclusive way, but our most important objective is to be together once again and dance.

Rock ‘N Roll Pres.

Renee Steinmetz scovrandrclub@gmail.com

Membership Chair Jon Russell scovrandrclub@gmail.com

Hope you’re staying cool, Rock and Rollers. Your board has submitted a plan to the SCOV Board in hopes of resuming our dance schedule in September by holding our dances in the great outdoors. Stay tuned for more information as they evaluate our proposal. Watch for an email in early September for more details on the possibility of a Saturday, September 26 dance. The board welcomes new Secretary, Donna Cirincione, and thanks Peg Rocklin and Pat Whipple for their service to the board for the last two years.

The club still needs to fill the position of Volunteer Coordinator, which can be shared by two people. If you are interested, please contact us at scovrandrclub@gmail.com. Rock on.

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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 (suspended until futher notice)

When SCOV reopens and safety guidelines are in place for large groups, join us at the Activity Center for classes that will prepare your muscles and joints to help you do all those activities you enjoy, with greater strength, balance and flexibility.

Professional instructor, Sally Martinez, has been our teacher for 25 years and is expert at working with seniors.

She’s both inspiring and encouraging. 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

It’s still summer here and a great time to commit to a core strengthening exercise routine. Why not try Pilates? Classes are still small making it a good time to learn. SCOV offers Joseph Pilates mat classes twice per week on Mondays and Thursdays. The benefits that come from performing specific strengthening and stretching exercises strengthen the body’s core muscles (your abdomen and back). The exercises increase spine mobility and build flexibility. More benefits include better balance and muscle tone and increased stamina. Because the classes are designed for seniors, all exercises can be modified and are taught by two experienced instructors. The cost is $8/class with annual club dues are $20 pp. Please join us or just come by and watch when we resume meeting. Call Mary.

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

There are still no scheduled in-person yoga classes. Please contact our instructors for information on their Zoom and YouTube classes.

Maria: info@mariaalive.com Torrey: radiantwithtorrey@gmail.com Leah: leahhood@yahoo.com We hope you are all feeling well and staying active.

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. We are approved to resume in the fall.

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 2020 and play once a month through April 2021. You will either play 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.

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.

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

Hope you are having a safe and cool summer. Mah Jongg is on vacation until further notice. We are constantly checking for a safe way to resume.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro 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 Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Calling any and all Scrabble players or anyone who wants to learn.

Our community appears to be moving into a new normal for clubs and activity areas. If you decide to visit the Scrabble Club, be advised that you will be required to wash your hands, and your temperature will be taken before you enter the game room. If you desire, plastic gloves, face masks and hand sanitizer wipes will be available for your safety.

I want to welcome the new members to the Scrabble Club and invite anyone who is interested to stop by on Friday afternoon at 1 PM and check us out.

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

Music

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.

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.

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 are having our summer meetings at the Catalina Vista through September.

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, hand-held Native American frame drums and other small percussion. 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.

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

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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

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 is 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 Tucson.

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Birders Group

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

Next meeting, Fri., Sep. 25, 4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Meet the scrappy Northern Mockingbird. Covering much of the southern half of the U.S. and sliding up the northeast coast, this tireless mimic sings endlessly, imitating other birds and sounds.

Often, the males will sing all night serenading us with Steve Holmes photo as many as 200 songs, some quite humorous. Known to be territorial, it has been seen pecking at the back of cats that get too close to their nests. Want to learn more?

We are an activity-oriented group, and all SCOV residents are invited to join us and learn more about the birds in Arizona. We will be restarting our field trips in early October, with the requirement that we no longer carpool until the pandemic subsides. Of course we will also social distance and wear masks should we find ourselves getting too close to each other. Look for October field trips in next month’s Tipster.

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 on the website. 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.

Not receiving the weekly email newsletter,

“This Week in SCOV?”

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

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

Even in this warm weather the Hiking Club provides its members opportunities to walk in the desert. Look on our website for a list of the various hikes we are offering. Walking the neighborhood streets to get exercise is great, but sometimes you just have to get off the streets and into the desert, so join us. Orientation hikes for new members will begin again in October.

“In every walk with nature, one receives more than he seeks.” –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.

Pickleball Pres. L. Nelson Brown Lnelsonb@gmail.com VP Membership Dave Burnham dburnhampton@gmail.com Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org During the past several years a group of enthusiastic women have played pickleball every Monday and Wednesday night.

We love playing under the lights when the temperature is cooling down, and the sunsets are spectacular. In the winter, we are known to have hot-toddy-for-thebody nights, as well as margarita nights in the summer. Members have come and gone over the years, but we know there will always be pickleball on Mondays and Wednesday nights for those Pretty in pink. We couldn’t help that want to play. Not even Co- but take a picture when we all vid-19 can keep us from playing. showed up wearing pink on this We wear gloves and bleach the evening. Don’t worry–we all balls between games and keep held our breath as we lined up our distance whenever we aren’t for this photo. We don’t get this playing. close to each other normally If you’re interested in learning how to play pickleball, we offer a beginner class and safety orientation. For more information, visit our website or contact Dave Burnham.

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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

Playing POP tennis and staying healthy in the new social distancing environment.

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

Sad is the word for the current status of our club. Our members continue to hope for a positive resolve to this virus attack. We want to play and get together for stories and laughs. Stay safe everyone.

Sad face of Jerry Moss

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

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 PM, 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. We look forward to resuming our normal mode of operation.

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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

Year-round club members are clapping for joy, now that the daytime temperatures are starting to moderate. They no longer need to rise before dawn to play tennis before the heat becomes unbearable. Men’s and women’s play continues on the days cited above, with participants being careful to observe Roadrunner checking out tennis courts social distancing and other safety guidance during this unprecedented COVID pandemic.

On recent occasions, tennis play has been interrupted by uninvited guests, including a roadrunner and a tarantula.

All SCOV residents and their guests are welcome to use our wonderful tennis courts. If you have questions about our tennis club or would like to join, send an email to Ron Martin.

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 We are looking forward to getting back on the court whenever it is safe enough for us to play. Hopefully, early this fall we will be able to start up again.

Wallyball is a fun game for both men and women to play.

It’s a great calorieburning sport, and it All we need are the players helps build and tone muscles. It’s good for your balance, too. We normally play competitive on Tuesdays, 12:45-3 PM, and recreational on Fridays, 12:45-3 PM. As we all wait patiently, think about joining us on the court, hopefully in the near future.

Please check our website or give one of our officers a call.

Be safe and play safe.

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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

Our play days are still listed as Sunday, Thursday and Monday. Currently, we are only allowed to play once a week on Thursdays, and we appreciate that option. We hope this will change in the near future, adding at least one more play day.

We are anxious to get back to our full three-day a week schedule. Water volleyball is a stimulating game and gives us a good aerobic workout with all the stretching reaching and jumping while attempting to return the ball. We have some great volleys which makes for a lot of Almost out of reach! good-natured comments and a lot of laughs. We look forward to our returning seasonal residents in the coming months. Stay well/stay safe.

Travel

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

We’re all looking forward to the day when we can be on the road again. Keep watching the Tipster and “This Week In SCOV” for any updates. Stay safe everyone.

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)

In normal times this club has a general membership meeting at 9 AM on the second Monday of the month from October through May. But times are not normal and, 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 360-510-1641 if you can possibly help coordinate these trips.

Watch the website and your emails for announcements about future trips, meetings, and our club business.

A Sundowner camps under the stars in the Bears Ears National Monument. There is a 17-mile loop road that takes you on a wonderland trip through some amazing formations. There are some tight turns and washes you should not take your RV on, but passenger cars are OK. So park your RV within the first five miles of the loop, there are a number of pullouts that make for good camp sites

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.

AA Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com, Tue., 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Alzheimer’s Education and Support Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639 Last Tue., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo (suspended until futher notice)

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.

Lei Lane Bammel has kept busy during COVID quarantine by creating inspirational sidewalk chalk art

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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-19.

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

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."

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

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

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 Youth On Their Own (YOTO) by visiting yoto.org or sending a check directly to YOTO. Here are a few other ways to help: 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.

Volunteer Opportunity

Do you enjoy working with kindergarten through fifth grade students? Painted Sky Elementary School is looking for volunteer tutors for math and reading for the 2020-2021 school year. To learn more about our program, please call Amy Watson at 520-696-3820 or email awatson@amphi.com. Volunteers will need to complete a clearance through the school district. Potential volunteers may begin the clearance process by contacting Debbie Ahumada 520-696-5102. She will also explain the plans for reopening during the pandemic.

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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.

Classified Advertising $10/ad • Deadline 10th of the Month.

FOR SALE: Handicap 2006 Dodge Caravan with Braun power ramp, power doors, and wheelchair lock-in belts. 4 new tires at 90,300; current milage 95,000. See images on SCOV website bulletin board or call Bob 312-420-5096.

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.

FOR RENT: 13798 N. Lobelia Way; 2 master BR, 1 king, 1 queen, 3 full bath, 1 den, complete rehab. Full mountain view, porcelain tile, 2-car garage, 1 cart bay, cable, Wi-Fi. $1,200 security deposit, $170 cleaning fee, N/P, N/S, utilities included, new natural gas grill, new sidewalk, hot water tank, AC and furnace. Sep. $2,800, Oct.-Dec. $3,000. ajleane@gmail.com 708-363-2417, www.retiresoonaz.com.

FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA 1,221 sq. ft. Kensington model, split bedrooms, queen bed in each bedroom, fully furnished. Front courtyard with mountain view and rear patio with BBQ. Fully equipped kitchen with starter spices, coffee and a bottle of wine in the fridge. Also includes WiFi, Direct TV and all utilities. Available through end of 2020, Jan. 2021 and Apr. 2021 through end of 2021. Rent varies by month from $1,800 to $3,000. Call Tony for more information 360-678-6740.

FOR RENT: Quiet, private rental available monthly Oct. through Dec. 2020. Fully furnished, 1,575 sq. ft., 2 BR/2 BA, Silver Creek model. Less than half mile to aquatic and fitness center. Backs to desert wash. King in master. Includes utilities, cable, WiFi, golf cart. N/S, N/P. Contact Paul at 571-244-3760 or email at paseve@msn.com.

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.

Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts

Free Half Hour Consultation Phone or Office 520-257-1166 1846 E. Innovation Park Drive Oro Valley, AZ 85755 lindatuckerlaw@hotmail.com

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

“Morning Solitude.” Lyn Socks photo

“Hands Up” by Lou Phillippi

Rare elf owl photographed in Robert Yaquinto’s back yard

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Two Arizona icons photographed by Steve Holmes: Arizona state bird, the cactus wren, eating the fruit (bahidaj) of the saguaro cactus, Arizona state flower

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