Sun City Oro Valley October 2021 Tipster magazine

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

Tipster

October 2021

Illustration by Kurt Schulz

The Tipster is published monthly

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

Hours of Operation Activity Center.......................................... 520-917-8066

Board of Directors

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

Mon.-Sat. .......................................... 7 AM-1 PM (pending closure for renovation) Sun. ........................................................................................................Closed

Administration (In Welcome Center)............520-825-3711 ext 120 Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Jim Mitchell, jmitchscov@gmail.com.....................................................................President Aquatic & Fitness Center...........................520-917-8067 Daily.................................................................................................5 AM-9 PM Ronna Heinig, scov.ronna.heinig@gmail.com.................................................Vice President Pool Mike LaBarbera, mclabarb@aol.com....................................................................Secretary Daily............................................................................................5 AM-8:30 PM Howard Schulz, howardschulzscov@gmail.com.....................................................Treasurer Children’s Hours, daily .................................................................... 11 AM-1 PM Christine Ludwig, cludwigscov@gmail.com.............................................................Director Catalina Vista........................................... 520-825-8613 Allan Mashburn, amashburnscov@gmail.com.........................................................Director Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 AM-8 PM Terry McFadden, tmcfadden2020@comcast.net.......................................................Director Sun.................................................................................................. 9 AM-6 PM

Management Team Community Services................................. 520-917-8065 Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com....................... General Manager, 520-917-8080 Desert Oasis.............................................520-825-0495 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ....Assistant General Manager, 520-917-8070 Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat. .................................................................................................9 AM-8 PM Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com...Com. Area Maint. Supt., 520-917-8059 Sun. ................................................................................................9 AM-5 PM Aalt Brouwer, abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com.... Food & Beverage Director, 520-825-3277 Pool Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.... Golf Course Superintendent, 520-917-8063 .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com............................ Director of Golf, 520-917-8086 Sat., Sun......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com...................Facilities Supt., 520-917-8078 Children’s Hours, Daily except during water volleyball .......................... Noon-4 PM Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com.............Program Director, 520-917-8077 Water volleyball on Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................1 PM-3 PM Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com............................Controller, 520-917-8060 Gift Shop of Sun City.................................520-917-8051 Support Team Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com..................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8082 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com......................................Fitness Supervisor, 520-917-8073 Marsha Dean, mdean@suncityorovalley.com.................. Communications Coordinator, 520-917-8069 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com..................................Human Resources, 520-917-8061 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com................................ Accounting Assistant, 520-917-8062 Annette Lyons, alyons@suncityorovalley.com............ Community Services Coordinator, 520-917-8087 Michelle Mooney, mmooney@suncityorovalley.com........................................Librarian, 520-917-8083 Katy Mosier, kmosier@suncityorovalley.com..............Community Services Coordinator, 520-917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com......................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8065 Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com............................... Restaurant Manager, 520-825-3277 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com...........Marketing & Tech. Coordinator, 520-917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com...........................Facilities Coordinator, 520-917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center.................................................................................................520-917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center..................................................................................520-917-8067 Tipster Editorial Committee Karen Koopmans............................. Co-chair John Njaa....................................... Co-chair Suzanne Stiles...............................Secretary Vicki Ettleman.................................Member Wanda Johnson...............................Member Mary Beth Livingston.......................Member Drew Ludwig...................................Member

.Mon.- Sat. .....................................................................................10 AM-1 PM

Golf Course Walking........................... See website for current times Library....................................................... 520-917-8064 Mon.-Fri. ............................................................................. 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM Sat................................................................................................... 9 AM-Noon

Loan Room - Community Assistance­ Loan Room at Cart Barn Hours: Tue. and Thu. only.......................................8-9 AM Pro Shop.................................................... 520-825-3110 Golf Info Line........................................520-825-0322

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

Restaurant and Lounge.............................520-825-3277

Daily................................................................................................. 7 AM-8 PM Happy Hour...................................................................................Daily, 3-6 PM Recording of daily Restaurant specials................. 520-825-3711 ext 205

Trash/Recycling Republic Services

Missed pickup ..................................................email scov@republicservices.com

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

If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate

Mike McMinds..................................Member attention (e.g. broken irrigation) and the Administration Office is closed, please report Barbara McNeill..............................Member the issue to a building monitor. However, if a situation like this occurs after all the Carolene Mitchell.............................Member buildings are closed, please contact the emergency line.

Jane Moody.....................................Member Ann Owen........................................Member Lisa Schulz......................................Member

Editor, Layout and Design: Marsha Dean Advertising: Lisa Orach; Printing: Alphagraphics To advertise in the Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, call 520-917-8065 for information.

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

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Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 October 2021, Page Welcome Center Conference Room23..............................................................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 howardschulzscov@gmail.com

SCOV Financial Strength

by Howard Schulz During this summer, my wife and I traveled to the Midwest to be with family. I took the opportunity to investigate some HOAs that were close to where we stayed. I was very surprised as I compared their financial metrics to SCOV. Annual dues were three times higher, special assessments of $1,000 to $3,000 were yearly occurrences, and reserves to fund capital projects or to maintain common elements were small. Granted that these HOAs are newer and amenities are currently being added, their financial situation requires significant annual contributions from residents.

When looking at the financial strength of SCOV, the following are key considerations: Asset Reserves: Our master documents require that a fund be established to accumulate financial resources to pay for the major repair or replacement for existing capital assets.

To be considered for inclusion in the asset reserve, the item must have a useful life greater than one year and a replacement cost equal to or greater than $1,000. The asset reserve fund is a 30-year outlook for all items that meet this criteria.

Annual dues support this fund which is forecast to be 74.3% ($6.35M) of fully funded by YE 2021-2022. Auditors have indicated the risk of a special assessment is low.

Capital Fund: According to our master documents, these are funds for purchase, construction or major reconstruction of real property of the Association. The community voted earlier this year to spend up to $4.5M (a combination of Capital and Asset Reserve Funds) for the upgrade of the Activity Center. The Board approved the dog park expansion of $30k, and the upcoming November purchase ($664,413) for the existing solar panels. These projects will use capital fund monies without the need for a special assessment. Monies that go into the Capital Fund are AT&T lease payments, Capital Contribution Fees, Comcast Preferred Provider monies, and other Board-directed funds.

In addition, SCOV results of operations for FY 2020-2021 ended with a surplus of over $180k, in a crazy year of Covid.

So how is SCOV’s financial strength….in my opinion pretty good.

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 7 Golf................................................ 10 On the Cover................................ 10 Photo Scrapbook..................... 12, 35 Coming Events.............................. 14 Workshops and Classes................. 14

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

The Glass is Half Full Fall is beginning, and with it we will welcome back those residents who have enjoyed their summer at another location. We have enjoyed a beautiful summer in which we’ve been blessed with much more rainfall than we’ve seen in many years.

Charles Dickens wrote, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…” He could have been writing about our day. Certainly, for a time we were able to see the Covid virus peak and then calm down significantly. And now the Delta variant of Covid is coming back with a vengeance and protocols have been and are being discussed about the best way to keep our residents at SCOV safe. If it continues, I expect to see more restrictions being recommended/imposed by our federal, state, county and town. We live in times of good and bad, depending on your view.

From my perspective of our community as a whole, I see a large part of us have been vaccinated. I see the moisture has helped keep the entire valley greener than in years gone by. I see the golf course and common areas are green and growing. I see fewer local forest fires. I see many residents enjoy the cooler weather. I see our finances for this past year ended up much better off than the budget predicted and this on a year of pandemic. I see many residents doing their best to keep a smile on their lips in spite of the negativity that is going on in the world. I see residents enjoying the use of the facilities and amenities.

I hope that as you look at SCOV from your view that you will focus on all the good that comes from being a part of this wonderful and caring community. There are some who always will be looking at a glass half empty. I encourage you to find the good and find the glass half full. I’ll be standing right there beside you.

Join Us for Board of Director & General Manager Chat with Residents

What’s Inside

Tuesday, October 19 9-10 AM, WC1

Memoriam..................................... 15 Clubs............................................. 15 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 15 Continuing Education................. 20 Cultural & Social......................... 21 Dance......................................... 26 Exercise...................................... 26

Games........................................ 27 Music.......................................... 29 Sports......................................... 29 Travel.......................................... 32 Partnered Organizations............... 32 Extended Community................... 33 Classifieds...................................... 34

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

What Is a Community?

by Lucy Remington

M

erriam-Webster’s onworking or carving, clay art and line dictionary provides ceramics, stained and fused two definitions of comglass along with silversmith and munity: “1. the people lapidary arts. Sculpting, painting with common interests living in a and fiber arts are also available. particular area, and 2. a group of Are you a life-long learner? people with a common characAstronomy, Bible study, book, teristic or interest living together genealogy, poetry and technolwithin a larger society.” One ogy clubs all offer ways to concould certainly say that Sun City tinue learning and the Institute Oro Valley fits both definitions. of Learning in Retirement offers Sure, the first meaning is pretmulti-week courses of study ty easy to define by geography along with Sampler presenta(Town of Oro Valley) and the tions by guest speakers.

2,488 homes that comprise the At SCOV, your community SCOV Community Association, can consist of meeting friends at but defining SCOV as a commu- Where else can you take a water aerobics class in such a beautiful setting? The Views Restaurant to enjoy nity is a bit more complex. Many live entertainment or karaoke or people move here for the active adult lifestyle and the great attending a commuweather, but it’s the community that keeps people here. nity-sponsored event Want to be physi- (won’t it be nice when cally active? Take an the Activity Center exercise class or go renovation is comfor a swim at the AFC. pleted?). Many resiGolf on your own or dents enjoy watching join a league for fun the sunset with their golf with others or en- friends or neighbors joy our casual Chip & from their patio, and Putt group. the dog park offers Many participate in the opportunity to racquet sports: tennis, meet friends along The Views Restaurant terrace is a fun place to gather racquetball and the with their canine with friends and enjoy live entertainment Pickleball at sunset. Larea Diehl-Holgreen photo fast-growing pickleball companions. and POP tennis. Each of these has a Last year during the early stage of club which provides instruction, orgathe Covid-19 pandemic, SCOV sewnized play and fun. ing groups bonded together to ensure Like to hike, bike, play bocce, wallythat every resident who needed one, ball or water volleyball? SCOV has a could get a hand-made face mask. club for that. Birders enjoy the outdoors Encouraging messages were placed and trekking to nearby locations known in front yards and sidewalks to help lift for local and migratory birds. And, if everyone’s spirits, a testament to the dancing is your thing, you will find evkind of caring community that exists erything from ballroom to Western. at SCOV. Many clubs and committees If you like to stay inside with cool didn’t miss a beat by holding their air-conditioning, show your competimeetings on Zoom when they couldn’t tive side with one of the many gamemeet in person. It proved to be a great playing clubs, such as bridge, chess, way to stay connected. euchre, gin rummy, mah jongg, poker Your community is what you make or scrabble. it. Don’t hesitate to get active, get inFeeling creative? SCOV offers a fine volved, get acquainted. Opportunities Artisan Center where residents can await you at SCOV. Hikers trek the Sutherland Trail at pursue their passion for sewing, wood-

nearby Catalina State Park

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

What You, as a Homeowner, Can Do About Landscape Maintenance in the Common Areas One of the beautiful aspects to our community is the natural landscaping. As a resident of Sun City Oro Valley, you enjoy the 1,000 acres of common area land owned and cared for by the Association. The manager of our Common Area Maintenance (CAM) crew is Mary Kaye Cunningham. Mary has worked for the Association since the beginning of Del Webb days. CAM has many responsibilities with all this land to manage; one exception is the common area that abuts homeowner lots.

There is a maintenance schedule where a five-foot buffer is maintained behind homeowner lots on our common area.

This schedule takes approximately one-and-a-half years for her staff to cover the estimated 10 miles of lot lines.

If you want landscaping work done before the crew comes behind your lot, you can participate in the Pre-Qualified Landscaper program. This group of landscapers have gone through a qualifying process that informs them of what work is allowed in our common areas. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to interface with the Association and apply for the work to be done and to make sure the permit is properly displayed. If your favorite landscaper is not on the list, there is an application process for them to become qualified.

The scope of work that can be done, including trimming and removal of trees, may be found on our website under Members > Member Services > For Your Home > Common Area Landscaping Request. The applications need to be submitted to scoroval@ciramail.com.

Another type of common area maintenance the Association manages is for lots that qualify as a Golf Course View Lot. The lots that meet the qualification are listed in the Development Standards, Article 5, Appendix E, and the scope of work provided is outlined in policy CAM-002. The services the Association provides behind these lots are opening the golf course view up to a cumulative amount of 50% including desert cleanup and trimming.

Please be aware of what this program provides and the guidelines you are required to follow. We all enjoy and appreciate the beautiful landscaping of our natural desert surroundings and our relationship between our homeowners and the Association.

Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Flexibility Moving many activities to Catalina Vista means fewer available parking spaces at that location. Please consider carpooling if you are attending a large event. The parking lot at the Catalina Vista has 53 spaces for autos, 22 for golf carts and four handicapped auto spaces.

Please always check “This Week in SCOV” for any changes or additions to activities, since changes are being made often. We ask for your patience. Please keep in mind that there are many club events each month to provide entertainment for you as well as music on the weekends at The Views Restaurant.

Community Services - Katy Mosier scoroval@ciramail.com 520-917-8058 Let’s Have a War on Weeds this Fall Many of you have expressed an interest in a weed killer that could be used in lieu of Roundup. One of our residents has shared this recipe, and you may want to try it on your weeds.

Homemade Weed Killer 1 gallon of white vinegar 2 cups of Epson Salts ¼ cup of original (blue) Dawn dish washing soap Combine the above ingredients and mix well. Spray directly on weeds. Remember, after they die, weeds still need to be removed.

You can cut this recipe in half or share it with friends.

Your conscientious attention to yard care enhances Sun City Oro Valley and helps make us an appealing community.

Kudos to our caring residents.

But in the meantime, please remove the weeds that have already graced your yard.

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

Unit # 001 002 003 005 005 005 006 008 010 012 014 015 016 017 18A

Welcome New Neighbors – August Name From

Michael & Ruth Schrantz Robert Leffingwell Paul Gasman & Susan Radka Roberta Casper James & Judith Rochelle William & Suzanne Wallace Kenneth & Donna Johnson Doug Scrimshaw & Krista Bateman Jeannie & Sandy Antonucci Loree Lindblom & Kimba Tichenor George & Laurie Brown Michael & Jennifer Hendricks Margaret Gerken Gisela & George Gutman Jill Frederiksen

Lake Elmo, MN Tucson, AZ Grand Junction, CO Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ West Bend, WI Moscow, ID Steamboat Springs, CO Marana, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Belmont, CA

August 2021 Housing Resale Information Resales 2021 2020

For the Month 16 12 2020 Total Sold - 167

YTD 151 106

2021: Active Listings as of 8/31/2021............................. 8 2020: Active Listings as of 8/31/2020........................... 12 Source: TARMLS®

August 2021 Average Age of New Owners:

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Money MATTERS

SUN CITY ORO VALLEY

Statement of Revenues Expenses Results Operations Statement of Revenues & and Expenses andand thethe Results ofof Operations

Revenues: Annual H.O. Fees Capital Contribution Fee Golf Revenues Activities Revenues Restaurant Revenues Interest Income Other Income Gross Revenues

August

Actual

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

345,156 102,061 3,759 125,182 3,064 109,674 688,896

$ 690,320 $ $ 198,339 $ 13,193 $ 248,998 $ 6,222 $ 284,462 $ 1,441,534

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

690,320 168,818 10,300 223,910 4,166 58,180 1,155,694

Asset Reserve Capital Fund Contingency Fund Wash Fund Contribution New Capital Acquisitions Restricted Use Revenues Net Operating Revenues Expenses: Wages & Benefits Cost of Sales Utilities Repair & Maint.

Supplies & Expenses Depreciation Total Expenses

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

(46,720) (10,350) (42,619) 589,207

$ (92,178) $ (80,250) $ $ $ $ (53,413) $ 1,215,693

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

(6,720) 1,148,974

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

354,795 61,299 67,300 18,968 109,640 115,000 727,002

$ 706,165 $ 130,322 254,125 $ $ 24,010 $ 228,591 $ 230,000 $ 1,573,213

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

696,968 108,249 266,062 25,210 218,740 230,000 1,545,229

Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses

$ $

(115,085) 611,917

$ (237,878) $ 1,335,335

$ $

(230,000) 1,315,229

$

(22,710)

$

$

(166,255)

Results of Operations

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first two months of the 2020-2021 fiscal year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found on our website www.suncityorovalley.com. Log in after hovering over the Members tab and selecting Financials. At this page you will find the monthly Financial Statements as well as the Annual Budget for the current Fiscal Year and a copy of the Annual Budget for the coming year.

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2 Months 2021-2022

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If you are interested in more information regarding the Community’s finances, we encourage you to attend the Finance-Budget Committee meeting which will be held Monday, October 25, 2:30 PM, WC3 and via Zoom.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 520-917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley. com.

Randy Trenary, Controller

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SCOV Library - Michelle Mooney www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley mmooney@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083

Association Committees

Welcome to fall, and to our patrons returning to SCOV. Many new books have been added to the Library in September, and more are on our pre-order list for October including: The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman, Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci and The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. This month our featured end caps will focus on mysterious, spine-chilling and out-of-this-world titles. On your next visit to the Library, check out one of these new adventures. Our fabulous volunteers have updated the puzzle section. Please stop by and borrow a new autumn or holiday scene.

Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Nov. 8, 3 PM, WC1

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073

Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1

Balance Exercises You Can Do Anywhere, Anytime These anytime, anywhere exercises will help you improve your balance. And you can do them as often as you like, as long as you have something sturdy nearby to hold onto if you become unsteady. Walk heel to toe. Position your heel just in front of the toes of the opposite foot each time you take a step. Your heel and toes should touch or almost touch. Practice standing up and sitting down without using your hands.

Stand on one foot. You can do this while waiting in line at the grocery store or while brushing your teeth using the timer on your toothbrush as a reminder when to alternate feet.

Special Note From the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC) Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss questions or problems with the AFC. AFC and Desert Oasis hours of operation are on page 2.

Tuesday, October 12, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, October 13, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Republic Services scov@republicservices.com www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/trash

SCOV has a dedicated customer service representative with Republic Services. Many of you are aware of the labor challenges the country is currently experiencing, and Republic Services highly encourages residents to email any service issues rather than telephone in order to receive the best service. Our representative can be reached at scov@ republicservices.com. This email is listed on the Republic magnet you received in your annual dues mailing.

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

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

3) Report a problem: Missed pickup? Bin damaged? Click the REPORT A PROBLEM tab, fill out our form and Republic will receive a copy.

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Good news: Our support groups are meeting again.

Please see the Partnered Organization section of this issue for more information. Active Health Committee is working to bring informative presentations on health and wellness to our community for our winter season. If you have heard a local speaker that you believe would make an excellent presenter with information about how to remain active and healthy, please contact Rita Menet.

Meetings resume Wednesday, November 3, 11:30 AM, WC1.

Architectural Review Kris Ahlstrand 510-693-5502 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Zoom meetings Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM

Fences are our number one submittal for changes. If you are thinking about adding a fence or wall to the perimeter of your yard, you will want to start by talking to your neighbor.

Establishing your property lot line is important for you, your neighbor and the Association. Locating the monument, a quarter size marker on top of the wall or a piece of rebar on the wall or in the ground will help identify who owns the wall or if it’s a party wall.

If no rebar or monument is found, you need to talk with your neighbor and come to a decision as to the location of your property line. The best way of determining the lot line is to have your property surveyed.

Submittals must include a neighbor’s permission for building the wall or fence. You must give length and height, and if there is a gate you must also include the dimension. All fences must be weathered brown; if you are adding on to the height of a brick or block wall, make sure your materials match and provide a sample for the ARC member who visits your home.

You can find additional details in the SCOV Development Standards about how to interpret property line markers position in relation to ownership and sole or shared maintenance responsibility. Feel free to contact the ARC for additional assistance.

Artisan Center Renovation Task Force See SCOV calendar for meeting dates, time, and location

The Artisan Center Renovation Task Force (ACRTF) may meet the first and third Tuesdays of the month as needed.

The SCOV website will have current meeting notices.

The SCOV website (Members > Committees > ACRTF) provides the charter for the task force. The website also provides “A Discussion of the Existing and Future Facility Requirements for the Artisan Clubs of SCOV.” An informal working group comprised of representatives from each of the artisan clubs met over the winter of 2021 to research and write this discussion paper.

The ACRTF is now building on the previous work and will identify and work with an architect to develop a comprehensive recommendation for the renovation of the 34-year-old Artisan Center facility.

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

The annual paper phone book is in production, but we do not yet have shipping and delivery dates. I will provide updates in “This Week in SCOV.” Once the books arrive, we rely on an army of volunteers to deliver them to every house in our community. Each volunteer is assigned part of a neighborhood, averaging about 35 houses. If you’d like to volunteer, email me.

Did you miss the deadline for the paper phone book? No worries, you can still update your listing in our online directory. The online version is updated monthly, thus always has the most up-to-date information.

To update your listing in the directory, the preferred method is to complete the online form, “To change your directory listing.” Otherwise, you can fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.

Looking ahead to Saturday, February 26, we will resume the annual Home Tours. If you have an interest in putting your home in the tour, please contact the Library. This is a very popular event, and we appreciate residents opening their doors to take part.

The Library is here for all to enjoy, and your support is welcomed.

Gift Shop Co-Chairs Melanie Stinson 971-506-8655, Maxine Yunker 970-691-7990 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 AM-4 PM, Sat., 10 AM-1 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop

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

The Vendor List is on the SCOV website. After logging in, go to Members > Member Services > Consumer Referral Vendor List.

The Vendor List may also be viewed at the monitor’s desk in the Activity Center during business hours until renovation begins. Please check the Vendor List often, as changes are made frequently.

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

Finance-Budget Quarterly Zoom meetings on Mondays. Check SCOV calendar for dates and times.

The Finance-Budget Committee (FBC) meets quarterly and holds a financial conversations with residents each quarter. When necessary, the FBC will meet more frequently (e.g., budget preparation, audit results, and when information is requested by the Board of Directors). Find meeting dates, times, location and information on the SCOV website.

The latest financial information is also available there.

Food and Beverage Chair Wendy Hughes First Mon., 2-3 PM via Zoom. No meeting in Sep. Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu

With fall here, many of our residents are returning to SCOV. This makes our community very active with old and new adventures.

We welcome our new Librarian, Michelle Mooney. She will continue making the Library a useful resource. If you have the opportunity, please stop to introduce yourself to Michelle.

We wish the best to Kate Cusumano as she enters full retirement. We appreciate all her efforts over the years to improve the Library. Thank you, Kate.

For our Friends of the Library (FOL) members only, we have the first upcoming Great Reads on Wednesday, November 17, 10 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball and Pusch Ridge Rooms. If you would like to become a member of FOL, please contact the Library. The membership fee is $15/sgl or $20/family per year.

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Julie Holtry, left, and Nancy Eckhoff

October brings expanded hours of operation for the Gift Shop, from 10 AM until 4 PM weekdays.

We have new and returning artists and a softer atmosphere to welcome

you. Check us out.

Featured artists for the month are Julie Holtry and Nancy Eckhoff. Julie makes jewelry and Oriental-themed note cards. Her trademark is her pendant dragonfly which graces the necks of many local residents. Julie says, “I think I have a dragonfly for every outfit I have. They are such fun to wear!”

Julie particularly likes to use dichroic glass which has a gem-like shimmering quality.

In 2014, Nancy moved to SCOV and discovered the Glass Studio. One of her favorite techniques is called on-edge.

This technique requires a lot of strip cutting, designing layout and creating fancy component center pieces, then slumping into a mold. She also makes the popular bird friends plaques with uplifting and humorous quotes.

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.

Holiday Lights Chair Linda Bretz 603-459-4219 nashuachristmas@comcast.net www.SCOVLites.com

The Holiday Lights Committee is finally finished making our fancy flowers out of lights for this year’s display. We have met with staff about start dates and new displays for this year, and everything looks great at this point.

We are working on details for our Holiday House Tour on December 4. We would still like another house or two to participate in this important fundraiser, so if you or someone you know has an exceptional display inside their home, please do let us know. We will require masks on all attendees and hope to limit the number of visitors in each house at one time, just to be on the safe side.

We have developed a new website about the Holiday

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Lighting project, so be sure to check us out as we gear up for our fabulous 2021 display.

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/

October is usually when our SCOV Loan Room gets busier as many of our residents return. Reservations may be made up to two months in advance of when you need an item, either at the Loan Room or on the SCOV website.

When using the website, you are making a request which will be confirmed by email once our volunteers have had a chance to be sure what you are requesting is available.

Please give us a week for that return email. The Loan Room is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM, for walk-ins, returns and reservations. Please bring someone with you if you cannot lift or handle your items by yourself. Always bring your SCOV card, and let us know if your address, phone number or email has changed. Thank you for your continued support of your Loan Room and the aluminum can collection program.

Long Range Planning Chair Sharon Kennedy kennesk@comcast.net Second and Fourth Wed., 10 AM, on Zoom

The purpose of our committee is to develop and recommend to the Board a rolling 5-to-10-year plan to maintain and further enhance the quality of life for current residents, while ensuring SCOV remains competitive in attracting additional active, involved people to our community. Committee documents, past agendas, minutes and our Request Project Consideration form are available on the SCOV website. Our meetings are open to all residents.

Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 Have You Recently Returned?

If you were away for some time, you missed a fantastic monsoon season. The foliage and weeds grew abundantly in your yard. Don’t forget to remove weeds which appear in cracks of your driveway, your sidewalk, and where the cement meets the blacktop of the street. If your plants protrude over sidewalks, they need to be trimmed back so as not to injure passing pedestrians. Suckers under trees should also be cut off, down to the ground. If you have pre-emergent herbicide applied to your yard to stop the germination of seeds, you won’t have as many weeds next year; check with your landscaper or pest control professional.

With cooler weather here, take a look at your mailbox, flag and post to see if they need painting. If you can’t do the job yourself, check the Consumer Referral Vendor List on our SCOV website for someone who will paint it for a nominal fee.

Welcome back. Please continue to take pride in doing your part to keep up the excellent appearance of our community.

Nominating Why the Board Needs Me and What’s Involved It is the time of year the Sun City Oro Valley Nominating Committee is searching for qualified candidates to fill positions on the Board of Directors. We invite you to attend an informational meeting, “Why the Board Needs Me and What’s Involved,” to be held Thursday, October 28, 1 PM, WC3.

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This meeting has been informally structured for one hour to include expectations, time commitment, an overview of the community’s financial position, candidate support during campaigns and a question-and-answer segment. All residents are welcome; however, the agenda is geared to those with an interest in serving the community in a Board capacity, either this year or in the future. You are not expected to commit to running for the Board at the meeting.

The Nominating Committee will follow up if you request more information.

Please plan to attend, as our community needs people who are dedicated to the idea of preserving and improving our quality of life. Regardless of your background and experiences, everyone has something they can bring to the Board. It is an experience of a lifetime and has many positive rewards resulting from Board achievements.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this great community.

Posse Chair Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 posse@5LP.com

First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis (no meetings until further notice)

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

October is the month of witches, goblins and creepy critters. It’s important that you make sure your garage doors are closed so as not to allow any of these unwanted creatures into your home. Also, remember to keep looking out for your neighbors. A special thanks to everyone who continues to work to keep our community safe, i.e., the Oro Valley Police Department, SCOV staff, family, friends and neighbors. Enjoy Halloween with family and friends. Be healthy and continue to stay safe.

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

The Chalk Creek wash is the largest wash in our community. In the past, heavy storms caused damage to the wash and golf course in addition to threatening homes. As a result, a program was established to maintain the wash and minimize the threat from heavy storms. A key element to the ongoing maintenance of the wash is a series of inspections to determine the condition of the creek and identify potential threats to surrounding properties. The Properties Committee, together with HOA staff and experienced experts in these matters, will conduct an inspection during October.

The committee works on a variety of tasks like this during the year. Our recent meetings have been in-person and via Zoom. Please see the calendar on the SCOV website for scheduled meeting dates, times and meeting format.

Tipster Editorial Co-chair Karen Koopmans 520-818-6337 skkoops@gmail.com Co-chair John Njaa

As SCOV picks up speed for the fall and winter, be sure to update your club or committee’s Tipster article. We prefer that each committee and club submit a Tipster form each month, even if your information has not changed. This lets us know exactly what you want. The Tipster form can be found at www.suncityorovalley.com/news-info/the-tipster/ submit-article/.

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

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

With the golf season quickly approaching, it is a great time to clarify how the tee time reservation system works for members and residents.

• 9 days in advance: Annual 18-hole resident and nonresident members, corporate members, and member’s guests paying the guest rate (member guest is anyone paying the guest rate and booking outside their classification) • 8 days in advance: Annual 9-hole resident and nonresident members, hybrid members, and smart cards • 7 days in advance: Sun City Oro Valley residents with proof of residency paying the resident rate • 6 days in advance: General public – may book starting times by calling the Pro Shop • 3 days in advance: Anniversary members after Noon.

In the past, many residents and guests have booked starting times with annual members nine and eight days in advance. However, now the online reservation system can only recognize booking starting times by the classification you are registered in the system. What this means is annual members can book nine days in advance but will not be able to book anyone else in their group unless they are also an annual member. Members can call the Pro Shop to add a guest that would be playing and paying the members’ guest rate.

Members’ and residents’ guests play at the resident guest daily rate when accompanied by a member or resident.

Guest rate is based on the resident rate plus an additional $10 for 18 holes and $5 for 9 holes from September 20-May 31. Cart fee will be applied for members or residents when using a club cart. Daily cart fees for 18 holes are $15 and $10 for 9 holes per person.

Please contact the Pro Shop if we can assist you in booking a starting time or if you have any questions.

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

This winter the fairways will not be overseeded. There will be advantages and disadvantages that come with not having ryegrass on the fairways that will impact those playing golf.

The biggest advantages will be the playability throughout the next year. The fairways will not be extremely saturated for six weeks by the usual high amounts of irrigation required to germinate rye seed. There will not be cart path restrictions from October to December from the grass being too wet. The fairways will play better with firmer conditions, allowing for better roll out of drives and better lies for approach shots. In mid-to-late October, the mowing frequency will be reduced, and the mowing height will be increased on fairways and green surrounds to allow the Bermuda grass to grow taller before the cold weather. This will help with compaction on the dormant Bermuda grass in January and February.

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Conversely, the biggest disadvantage to not overseeding the fairways is golf cart traffic wearing out the dormant Bermuda grass. Depending on temperatures or rain amounts, the fairways could become compacted. Compacted fairways are more difficult to hit shots from and could begin to thin the grass canopy. If the temperatures get very cold, or it is a wet winter, cart path restrictions will have to be implemented to protect the grass.

The driving range tee and most of the tees will be overseeded. The divot mix containing seed should only be used on the tee boxes. Sand only will be used on the fairways and roughs.

Golf Advisory Co-chair Eileen Buskirk 206-450-6146 SCOVgolfadvisory@gmail.com Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Michael Gerber 520-237-9767 Membership Darwin Priebe pribedar@msn.com Play Wed. AM

October is a great month for our members to encourage others to join us Wednesdays for Men’s 18-Hole Golf Club.

Residents are coming back to Tucson, and members have a great opportunity to make a few dollars, play enjoyable formats and most of all, make lots of new friends who also love to play golf.

October 6 - Progressive Best Ball October 13 - Heartless Scramble October 20 - 1-5, 2-4, 3-3 Better Ball October 27 - Oh Crap Scramble October 27 - BASH

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

By now, most of you have read that The Views will not overseed this year; therefore, we can continue to play with a somewhat modified schedule. The new official start of the league seasonal play is Thursday, October 7. So those of you with a set of clubs gathering dust in your garage or being used as a towel rack on the back of your cart, go to The Views website and join the league. It is simple. Be sure to sign up for the hole-in-one insurance. You never know. The short game practice area is open, and the course is in great shape. Make the move, and join us on Thursday mornings.

ON THE COVER “The Compound” Colored pencil illustration of SCOV residents working and playing in “The Compound” neighborhood in Unit 3

by Kurt Schulz

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The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Beckie Harkey bharkey2@gmail.com

VP/Membership Rob Ranson phyllisranson@yahoo.com

League play Tue. mornings The time has arrived to join The Views Women’s 18Hole League.

The new season will start on November 1st and conclude in April. The registration process will be directed by our vice president, Rob Ranson.

Rob can assist you with any questions you have regarding Join us for the 2021-2022 golf season registering online. We are very happy to have Rob serving on our board.

She, like many of us, spends time in Oro Valley in the winter and further north in the summer. Michigan is her summer home. The first official league play date will be on Tuesday, November 2.

To join, you must go directly to The Views website: www. theviewsgolfclub.com/.

Select JOIN on the top left of the screen and then select Leagues. You will see our selection for the Women’s 18-Hole League.

You can reach Rob by text or calling 616-485-7131, or you can contact Beckie Harkey 303-910-9008.

The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. JoAnn Matty 520-400-9111 jamatty@q.com Pres.-elect Marilyn Tyeman thunderlaw70@yahoo.com 520-548-4483 Membership Carol Johnson johncjj@frontier.com 425-343-7138 Play Thu. mornings

The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf League is looking forward to another fun season. Our summer play will continue through the month of October. Our official start for league play will begin Thursday, November 4. We’re excited to welcome back last year’s members and our new members, too.

Registration will open via Golf Genius, Monday, October 4.

It’s easy to sign up: Go to The Views website, and click on JOIN > leagues and follow the prompts. We play Thursday mornings. For questions about membership or how to register, contact Carol Johnson. Our first general meeting will be Thursday, November 4, Catalina Vista.

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

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

As most of you already know, I have been offered an incredible opportunity with a different organization. As my time here comes to an end, I would like to thank everyone who has helped, supported and encouraged the restaurant over the last five years. I will miss you all so very much. I will be here through October 10; however, this is not a goodbye. I’m sure I will see many of you soon.

All activities and functions I have already booked will be honored and I am confident that the team we have built will carry them out as if I was still here. I wish nothing but success for Sun City Oro Valley, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you all so much for the last five years.

Join the Restaurant Facebook group facebook.com/TheViewsRestaurant

Community Foundation Art Wickersham 520-245-1357 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org

Your Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation provided a grant for the purchase of POP Tennis equipment for anyone to use. It is stored at Desert Oasis near where the courts are located. POP Tennis is a scaleddown version of regular tennis with a smaller court, shorter, solid paddle and lower compression balls. The rules and scoring of POP Tennis are the same as tennis, except that there is only one serve which can be on the fly, underhand or bounced.

A player recently said, “Although there is not much running, POP Tennis really helped my flexibility and stamina.”

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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POP Tennis players ready for a game.

L-r: Cathy Hartrich, Joan Morris, Brian Goff and Barb Satterly

For those of us over 40 who want a less demanding outdoor activity, it sounds like fun. Give it a try.

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

“A Pair of Queens” photo by Steve Holmesl

“Gulf Fritillary on a Passion Flower.” Photo by John McConnaughey

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“Hopeful.” Photo by Maureen Salz

Marcia Cates photographed this beautiful deer

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Sheryl Hester photographed this stapelia flower in a friend’s garden. The friend notes that DeGrazia’s garden has many of them.

Steve Holmes observed a monarch butterfly and bee enjoying a wildflower

Roadrunner triptych. Sheryl Hester photos

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

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

Every Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM Open Air Market Don’t forget to drop by the market behind the Welcome Center between 9 AM and 1 PM. Each week there may be new vendors. Shop in the convenience of our own community.

Friday, October 1, 9 AM Walgreens Flu Shot Clinic Flu shots will be available at the Auditorium from 9 AMNoon. Please bring your insurance information and photo ID.

Tuesday, October 12, 1 PM and 4 PM Indoor Movie Movie selection will be announced in “This Week in SCOV.” The movie will be in the Auditorium with two showings. Bring your own snacks and drinks. Theater seating.

Friday, October 15, 8 AM Bus Trip to the Mesa Flea Market Enjoy a luxury bus ride to visit this vast outdoor marketplace with hundreds of vendors, a food court, live music and free admission. It’s always a great place to visit for holiday shopping or just finding that great deal or item you have been looking for. Bus will leave from behind the Welcome Center at 8 AM. Get your tickets early.

Bus tickets, see Coco or Pam at the Welcome Center. $25 pp.

Thursday, October 28, 1 PM Why the Board Needs Me and What’s Involved It is the time of year the SCOV Nominating Committee is searching for qualified candidates to fill positions on the Board of Directors. We invite you to attend an informational meeting, “Why the Board Needs Me and What’s Involved” in WC3.

Friday, October 29, 10:30 AM Tipster Collation Due to the Activity Center renovation, please email Dave and Tempe Johnson dpjohn@aol.com to confirm time, location and to sign-up to help collate the inserts that go into the Tipster. It’s a great way to get some exercise and meet new people.

Saturday, October 30, 10 AM-2PM SCOV Women’s Auxiliary Fall Accessories Boutique The Auxiliary will host our Accessories Boutique to benefit Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse at Catalina Vista.

See our article on page 21 for donating items.

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Sunday, October 31, 6 PM Pumpkin Walk and Halloween Drinks Join in the fun. Carve a pumpkin–it does not have to be fancy–and bring it to The Views Restaurant terrace area with a candle or light to illuminate it. From 6 PM until 7:30 PM, we will place them around and between areas by The Views Restaurant to enjoy as you walk around. The restaurant will be serving special Halloween drinks. Come and mingle with some friends and enjoy a spooky night of Halloween fun.

The more pumpkins the better. Please remember to take your pumpkin home after the night ends.

Thursday, November 11, 4 PM Author and Historian Jan Cleere In a special event co-sponsored by the Library and the SCOV Veterans Club, local author and historian, Jan Cleere, will speak and sign copies of her latest book Military Wives in Arizona Territory at Catalina Vista. Join us as we honor our veterans and hear about the bold, brave, women who became an integral part of the military posts that peppered the West and played an important role in civilizing Arizona.

Workshops and Classes Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes An AED class will take place on Wednesday, October 27, 1:30 PM, WC1. It is so important to have the knowledge to save a loved one. Each of our facilities has a machine. Contact Lonnie Davis to make a reservation for this class 520917-8073.

Association-Sponsored Fitness Outdoor water classes and some indoor exercise classes have resumed with strict limitations on class size. Online advance registration is required for all classes at www. suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities. Check www.suncityorovalley.com for current information.

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

Class descriptions may be found at www.suncityorovalley. com/amenities-facilities. 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: Currently not meeting 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.

Begins Oct 13 Sunrisers: Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-8 AM, AFC Sweat Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes are Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM. Call Ray Jerkins 520-219-3561 to make an appointment. Classes are held in the Welcome Center, WC3.

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For Your Information Institute of Learning in Retirement (ILR) The ILR will be presenting four Samplers on Thursdays in October, all on Zoom: October 7

“An Introduction to Biosphere 2,” John Adams, Deputy Director October 14 “Xeriscaping Your Arizona Yard” with a Master Gardener October 21 “Fraudsters!” Laura Conover, Pima County Attorney October 28 “The Future of the Media,” Dr. David Cuillier, the University of Arizona All Samplers begin at 2 PM. A link will be sent to ILR members. You must be a member to participate. To find out how to join, go www.suncityilr.com.

Thank You Corner

Thank all of you who sent cards, called or sent get well wishes after my accident on July 4.

Tsai Beckman

Memoriam

Resident Harry Robert Patterson 1

Former Resident John (Jack) Saatkamp 1

esident Doris R

August 31 March 15

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

Bark Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary Come to the Artisan Center on Tuesday and/or Thursday and see what the cottonwood bark carvers do. Ed Lindahl can show you how get started with a bark relief carving like the one in this photo. If you Ed’s bark relief carving think you might want to try cottonwood bark carving, the club has bark and tools to get you started. If you are already doing bark carving, come by and carve with us, and join the conversation.

Clay Pres. Barb Peterson 612-710-9421 www.scovclayclub.com

Welcome back seasonal members. You will find a newly painted and reorganized clay studio that sparkles and beckons you in. The blue accents soothe and refresh. Thanks to all volunteers who contributed to this transformation.

It’s time to get serious about holiday decorations. Pumpkins, angels and evergreen trees are appearing on our drying shelves. In addition, many of our members have been creating pieces for the always popular Sun City Art Festival on November 13. What a great opportunity to purchase handmade pottery. Also be sure to check out the lovely pieces in the Clay and Glaze Studio windows.

Social alert: Members, please join in the fun on Saturday, October 2, 5-7 PM, Catalina Vista.

If interested in joining the Clay Club, please stop by the Clay Studio to sign up for mandatory orientation. When a class can be arranged, you will be contacted.

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

August monsoon party

The Art League consists of five art groups organized under a single charter: Open Studio Artists, Colored Pencil, Vistoso Photo, Sculpture and Clay Club. These groups work with the Association through the Art League.

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

If you appreciate fine detail in art, our club may be just the group for you. We have colored pencil and scratchboard artists in our group who will be happy to get you started. Basic drawing skills are helpful but not essential, and we hope you can join us.

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

Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 520-818-2343 Nov.-May, Mon., 1-4 PM, Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Lapidary Room

We will meet again in the fall, probably November, and look forward to seeing current members and some new ones. Let’s hope for more normalcy.

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

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

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

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

An ongoing group project is making crocheted sleeping mats out of plastic shopping bags. We deliver these mats to the Gospel Rescue Mission for Tucson people who are experiencing homelessness. You can participate in this project by cutting the bags into strips, stringing them into plastic yarn (plarn), and/or Kathy Cowsert, Sandy Mason and Barb Satterly crocheting them help deliver mats to Gospel Rescue Mission into mats.

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Photo by Michael Fox Model makers are often inspired by places and events from their own life stories. Michael Fox grew up in La Crosse, Wisconsin, on the upper reaches of the Mississippi River. In this vignette on his model railroad, the river provides both the photographic background and the reason for the railroad action depicted. The local Burlington engine moves grain hoppers into the Cargill Corporation elevators. Wheat and corn will be off-loaded and stored there before being transferred to awaiting barges on the adjacent river, as it has been for 145 years. Michael’s interest in this bit of local history was spurred by curiosity about the Cargill family mansion across the street from his high school. The Modelers Club can help you recreate your memories. Join us for our next monthly meeting on Friday, October 8, 8:30 AM, Catalina Vista.

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

Welcome back summer travelers. The Art Studio has been very quiet over the summer. Bring your art supplies, and meet the new residents who have joined our group over the summer. The Art Studio is available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 AM to 1 PM.

Do you have a Thank You Corner or In Memoriam submission for the Tipster? These can be submitted online using the Tipster Article Form at www.suncityorovalley.com/news-info/ the-tipster/submit-article/ For In Memoriam, information should only be submitted by a family member or with the permission of the individual’s family. The requested information is name, date of passing and if the individual was a current or former SCOV resident.

If needed, family members may call or email the Tipster editor with their information.

If you submit a Thank You, the submission should not exceed 50 words and be general in nature without singling out any individuals.

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Vistoso Photo Pres., Ed Caine 425-760-7662 Club information www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com

The Vistoso Photo Club will continue to use Zoom for its programs and its competition judging in October. Our presentation program will be Wednesday, October 13, and our competition judging will be Wednesday, October 27. In addition, we will have a photo outing Tuesday, October 19, where members meet at the Barrio Viejo to photograph the picturesque community. Contact Ed Caine for more information or a Zoom invitation.

“Fall in the Rockies.” Photo by Gerda Timm Sculpture

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

The Sculpture Club meets on Mondays, Catalina Vista/ Art Studio. If you are interested in becoming a member of our club or learning more about what we do, please stop in Monday mornings, or contact Laurie Lichaa. If you would like to see some of our work, we have sculptures in the display case outside of the Art Studio in Catalina Vista and in the SCOV Library.

Most of the sculptures made by club members are made using sculpey clay, which is mounted on a base such as wood, stone, concrete or some other material. However, other materials can be used within a sculpture.

Janet Szumlas recently completed the relief sculpture shown in the picture. In the sculpture, Janet used a decorative piece of wood for the background then added clay for the dimensional look of the items. She used acrylic paint to complete her project.

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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/Wood Shop Business meetings at Catalina Vista, First Thu., 8-9 AM; no meetings May-Sep.

Seniors for Kids will continue to meet in the Sewing Room twice weekly and create the many needed items that will be distributed at Christmas. The woodworkers will be working on their creations also. We are hoping for puzzles and new items along with the trucks, trains, cars, boxes and cradles.

If you are clearing out your stashes, Seniors for Kids will gratefully accept yarn and cloth donaBillie Walstead and her monkey friends. They kept tions for the chariher busy in the barrel this summer. table work we do.

Also, we could use hands and ideas to help us create.

Note that our first business meeting for this fall is Thursday, October 7, 8 AM, Catalina Vista. We have lots to catch up on and lots of planning to start. Looking forward to seeing your smiles again.

Sewing Thimblelenas

Sue Lane 520-971-8755 sklane6970@aol.com Co-Treas. Phyllis Austin 805-341-5176, Pat Norton 480-993-8762 Times and calendar sign-up: www.bit.ly/thimblelena-signup

The Sewing Room is busy with all the club activities. If you would like to become a member of Thimblelenas, or learn more about the Sewing Room, stop in during one of the club times, or call one of the treasurers listed above. We recently received a large donation of thread and other materials for which we are always grateful. We appreciate your using SignUpGenius to reserve your time in the room. Refer to the calendar address above. Read all the articles in this section, and find a new group you might be interested in joining. See you soon in the Sewing Room.

Casa Amigas

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

Are you new to the community and would like to join different groups but don’t know where to start? It’s pretty easy here in SCOV. Most often, you just need to drop in during the times listed in the Tipster and express interest. Chances are, you’ll be welcomed by a fun and enthusiastic group of people ready to get you going. It’s not hard. It’s the same with the gals in Casa Amigas. We’re ready to get you oriented and started sewing simple projects. Even if you haven’t sewn anything for several years, we’ll be able to get you up and running in no time. The best part is being with a great group of women who love sewing and quilting for those in need.

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The thank you notes we receive from the various community organizations we serve make it all worthwhile. Please feel free to come into the Sewing Room Monday or Thursday mornings. We’ll be waiting for you.

Cheer Bears

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

Workers and bears on a typical Wednesday afternoon. L-r, Barbara Fox, Jan Cratty, Rethea Browning, Patti Krumm, Tracy Simpson and Laura Held. Pat Norton photo

We are still embroidering faces, sewing bodies, stuffing them with love and filling the shelves for the next set to march out to new families. Nothing has really stopped us this year. Life is good and spirits are up.

We are back to our normal schedule to put all our love in the little bears we create and children love. Sign in and come join us to complete our task. Smiles to everyone.

We have found more homes for the bears with the Golder Ranch Fire Department. Our first delivery was made in August. If you have any suggestions of who may have need for some cheery bears, please let us know.

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.

Are you interested in learning how to do machine embroidery on the six-needle embroidery machine in the Sewing Room? You can start out slowly by embroidering faces for Cheer Bears. Contact Pat Norton 480-993-8762 to get involved in the Cheer Bears embroidery project. For advanced learning, contact Karin Frohlich. Members have been making things either in the Sewing Room or on their home embroidery machines. It will be good to see everyone at the Tuesday, October 19, monthly meeting and to catch up on what you’ve been making these past months.

Pet Beds

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

Can we possibly love our pets more than we do? Let’s spread that love. The cats and dogs at the Humane Society love the attention we give to them with the warm pet beds we stuff. We supply the material and scissors. You supply the labor. No sewing required. We would love to have you join us.

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Quilters

Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo October will kick off our third annual day retreat Sunday, October 10, 9 AM-3 PM, Catalina Vista. Each of you will bring your own project to work on.

Zora, who has been collecting items for our quilt show boutique, will bring a variety of books, patterns and fabric to sell at the retreat.

This will also be a potluck luncheon to share. Drinks will be provided. At the meeting Tuesday, Renee’s holiday tree October 12, Desert Oasis, we will have sign-ups for Renee’s holiday tree class.

The class will be Thursday, October 26, 1 PM, Sewing Room.

At the October 26 meeting, Renee will give a demo on a Thanksgiving turkey potholder. Patterns will be provided.

Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts

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

The Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts group meets Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room throughout the year. If you are interested in being part of our group, stop into the Sewing Room on Tuesday mornings or contact Coni Arseneau or Carrie Wiley.

A new member, Andrea Lombardo, came to our group with a different technique of rug hooking. The picture at left is her project using a technique called locker hooking. This form of hooking was developed to address the problem of traditional rug hooking where the loops are held in place by the tightness of the materials in the base fabric.

If a loop is snagged, there is a potential for the pulling out of a whole line of loops. The next article will describe the difference in materials, tool, and technique that is used in this project. Andrea is making two of these pads that will be used as toppers for benches.

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

Do you have an unfinished craft project tucked away? Bring it to Show ‘n Share.

You bring your supplies; we provide the encouragement.

Our featured crafter, Andrea Lombardo, did just that this summer.

She had started locker hooking a couple of years ago, but circumstances required Crafter Andrea Lombardo working on locker hooking her to put off completing her project, and they found their way to the back of a closet.

Sound familiar? In July, Andrea began attending Show ‘n Share. Within a few weeks, she finished one, and by the end of August, was well on her way on her second piece. They are beautiful. If you are looking for the opportunity to finish projects, we can help. Drop by any Friday, 9-11 AM. Annual dues are $5 pp.

Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Steve Adams 520-268-8216 adams.se938@gmail.com Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon. Afternoons will resume as monitors return.

Special monthly membership meeting: Mon., Oct. 4, 2:30 PM, Silversmith Shop.

Future meetings will be the first Mon. of each month, 3:30 PM, Artisan Center/ Silversmith Shop. Classes will be posted.

Welcome back. The first in-person membership meeting of 2021 will be Monday, October 4, 2:30 PM. Note the time change.

Please attend, as there will be a lot of new information, and your input will be needed as we move forward.

This month’s featured artisan is Gary Jones. He designed and created this pendant from sterling silver that he reticulated (the pattern formed on silver by melting it), made a silver bezel (band) around the turquoise stone, and then soldered it to the piece. Not only is Gary our club VP, he is a talented musician and cook, too. Stop by to see more of Gary’s and other artists’ work for sale in our display windows.

Garage Doors If you have a new garage door, remember it must be painted either the main body color or one of the trim colors of your house.

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Stained/Fused Glass Pres. Jo Anne Bowman 501-282-4454 jabweb93@gmail.com Studio Manager Ellen Jordano 763-807 0184 elleninplymouth@gmail.com Open to members 8 AM-9 PM www.scovglassclub.weebly.com

Beginner’s fused glass classes have been scheduled for Fridays October 22, 29, November 19, December 10 and 17, 8-11 AM. If you are interested in taking a beginner’s class, please come by the studio and sign up on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings when you will find a monitor on duty, or Decal glass by artist Jo Anne Bowman any time a member is working on projects, they can help you sign up. The monitor would be glad to give you a tour of the studio and sign you up for a class.

We held a decal class that showed how to add decals to glass.

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

Come by the Artisan Center on Saturday morning to meet some of the wood carvers and see what projects they are working on. Lew Dahmen can explain how he carves and assembles his distinctive crosses like the one shown here. If you think you might be interested in wood carving, we can help you get started. If you are already a wood carver, bring your tools and a project and join us.

Lew’s cross Woodworking

Pres. Gary Casner 303-880-4120

VP Bill Norton 480-980-5493 Treas. Charlie Tomlinson 503-333-8887

charlie.tomlinson@gmail.com www.scovwoodworkingclub.com October’s featured woodworker is Don Jovag. Don, a former woodworking instructor, is a master craftsman and am expert in designing and creating segmented bowls.

In 2006, Don participated in designing the expansion of the

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Wood Shop. His guidance resulted in increasing the shop size over 60% to today’s 2,000 sq. ft. His book, Segmented Bowls for the Beginning Turner, is the definitive guide on the subject and is sold internationally.

A new member orientation is held at the Wood Shop the first Wednesday of each month, 4 PM. Call Bill Norton for further instructions. Club dues are $20 annually. Current hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM. If you have questions or need more information, please visit the website or call an officer.

All woodworkers must provide their own required eye protection.

Continuing Education Astronomy

Pres. Allan Mashburn 435-219-0042 scovastronomy@gmail.com Oct.-May, Catalina Vista, date and time varied due to Activity

Center remodel, check website

www.scovastronomy.weebly.com

The Astronomy Club will be returning to live meetings in October. The first scheduled meeting is Saturday, October 16, 7-9:00 PM, Catalina Vista, a different location due to the renovations to the Activity Center. Future meeting dates and locations will be posted in the Tipster and on the website.

Our guest speaker list for the new season is growing with the latest additions of Dr. Shane Byrne, College of Science, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, UArizona, and Dr. Kevin Wagner, Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory, UArizona.

The club still has board openings available to add some excitement to your life. Contact Allan Mashburn if you are interested in serving the club.

Bible Studies Men’s Bible Study

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

Good news: On Tuesday, October 5, we will be starting our study in the first half of Luke’s Gospel, chapters 1-13, and will again be using the Warren Wiersbe study guides with commentaries, available for $6-$8 each. We are waiting to see what Covid rules will be in effect in SCOV buildings.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Precept Women’s Bible Study

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

Hello women of SCOV. Praying you have all been experiencing a great summer. Those of us who stayed in town were witness to the wettest July in Tucson since 1894. What an awesome show of God’s power in the monsoon storms and much needed rain. We are so excited to begin a short, nine-weeks study of the book of Philippians, “How to Have Joy!” How do I live the Christian life joyfully regardless of people or circumstances? What is the purpose of suffering?

Do I have the mind of Christ? Discover true, deep-down joy in your life that the world cannot take away. Our study will be Wednesdays, October 6 to December 8, with the week of Thanksgiving off. If you are new to SCOV or just have questions, call Elaine Farmer.

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Genealogy Pres. Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General meetings Oct.-May, Mon., 1 PM www.scvgs.org

The first in-person meeting of the Sun City Vistoso Genealogy Society will be on Monday, October 11, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. Please note this is a new day and place to accommodate the Activity Center renovation. One of our favorite speakers, Peggy Laurentzen, will be presenting a program entitled “Away, I’m Bound Away! – Migrations Into the Shenandoah Valley.” Different groups of immigrants traveled into the Shenandoah Valley, including German, ScotsIrish and Quakers. Remember, you never know where you will find a new ancestor. The club meeting is open to guests.

The Genealogy Library is open based on the schedule published on the club calendar at www.scvgs.org. Please check the calendar for days and hours that the library is available. If you are interested in checking out the library or just need some help acquainting yourself with the resources available, contact Holly Gibson to schedule a visit.

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

Our club gives members an opportunity for lively discussions of challenging ideas raised by our short selections from a very wide range of texts. We jump from classic essays on politics or philosophy to stimulating contemporary fiction. We will resume meeting Wednesday, October 6, with a Zoom discussion of Raymond Carver’s “What We Talk About When We Talk About Love.” After that, we hope to be back in person at Catalina Vista. Members are reminded to look over the possible selections for subsequent meetings.

Newcomers can contact Barbara or Maryfaith for more information.

ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Lei Lane Bammel VP Gene Bammel gbammel@icloud.com Curriculum Randy Myerson rcmyerson@gmail.com Registration Karen/Sherwin Koopmans skkoops@gmail.com Samplers Sally Evert sallyevert@gmail.com www.suncityilr.com

The ILR will be offering three classes on Zoom this month.

The first, “Cooking with Georgie,” begins Friday, October 8, 2 PM, and will run until October 29. The second, “Inequality,” will run from Monday, October 18-November 22, 9 AM. The third class, “Writing a Legacy Letter,” begins on Wednesday, October 20, 10 AM, and ends November 10. These are all two-hour classes. For a complete description and information regarding registration, please go to the ILR website.

Samplers on Zoom will also start up again in October. On October 7, John Adams, the deputy director of the Biosphere, will introduce you to that wonderful facility. On October 14, learn about “Xeriscaping Your AZ Yard” from a Master Gardener. October 21 brings the Pima County Attorney, Laura Conover, presenting, “Fraudsters.” We end the month with Dr. David Cuillier from UArizona and “The Future of Media.”

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Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Third Wed., Oct.-May, 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista. That may change during Activity Center renovation. www.scovwellness.com

contacted via email with more details. The club holds monthly themed dinners in member homes, usually 6-8 people per home, December through March. Members each prepare a portion of the meal and bring it to the hosting house. New members are always welcome.

Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-331-1092 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, WC1

Even when we are not meeting, we want to keep you upto-date. Check out our website which is full of healthy wellness tips, websites, resources, local practitioners and more.

Sadly, the rain in Louisiana doesn’t douse the flames that rage in California. Weather doesn’t come where we will it or ever, it seems, in moderation anywhere. But Iranian poet Majid Naficy is not roused by nature in this excerpt from his poem, “To a Soldier’s Wife.”

“I see you looking at him In a sad mortuary in your town Where the chimneys have darkened the sky And poverty passes whistling In its dirty suit.

“There, I became a drop of tear Falling from your beautiful eyes Onto his sutured mouth And his torn body And I became a mournful cry From your tightened throat As his casket was carried away And placed into the shameless ground.”

Copyright Majid Naficy, iroon.com.

With so many reasons to weep these days, sometimes it helps to funnel emotions into words. Join us as we share what we write via Zoom.

SCOV Technology Club Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 paulgsherwood@gmail.com Computer club help desk 520-329-7661, email scovtech@gmail.com www.scovcomputer.com

Cultural & Social Democratic Club Richard Kopp 520-342-6633 richardkopp@mac.com Next meeting, Sat., Oct. 9, 1 PM, Zoom

The successes of our representative government depend so much on the hurly-burly of Arizona’s generally hardworking legislators. We are inviting members of the Arizona House of Representatives to help us understand not just how a bill becomes a law, but to tell us what real opportunities and obstacles our legislators grapple with. We will share which Arizona issues we want our legislators to work on next.

Dining - Prepare & Share Pres. Debbie Kotlarek 262-899-5810 dlkotlarek@gmail.com VP Charlene Meyers www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com

Join us for our 2021-2022 season kick-off, Friday, November 5, 5 PM, Catalina Vista. Our buffet dinner will be catered

by The Views. The cost is $20 pp. Please bring the beverage of your choice. If you’re not already a member of the club but wish to attend, contact Debbie Kotlarek. Members will be

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Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Membership Chairs: Peggy Perkins 650-279-0347 peggyandpups@comcast.net or Carol Tombre 208-961-1133 mctombre@yahoo.com Membership meetings and lectures will resume in the fall www.scovff.weebly.com

Slowly but surely we are making improvements to the K-9 Korral. There is a new rules sign posted on the fence along the walkway.

There is also a new park bench on the upper end of the large dog park.

This bench was donated by Paul Jensen and his dog Hazel. In October we will install a plaque on this bench honoring their donation. We are still working on options for shade structures for both the large and small dog sections.

Due to the Arizona climate and the annual monsoon season, we need a structure that can withstand Arizona weather.

This will require approval from the SCOV Board, the ARC, and the Oro Valley Building Department. We are working with SCOV on constructing a new entrance sign to the park, and lastly, we are working on an official logo for the Fido’s Friends Dog Club. We will update the membership on all of our initiatives when we restart our meetings in November.

Garden Club Co-Pres. Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey90@msn.com Co-Pres. Peggy Knapp 520-825-0664 pegnap@gmail.com VP Charlotte Herbert 541-580-6289 charlotte.h12@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/view/scov-garden-club/home

Our first general meeting is Saturday, October 9, 2 PM, Catalina Vista. This is our membership sign up day, so bring your checkbook. Membership is $10 pp or $15/cpl and runs for the calendar year January-December 2022. Our first speaker this year is April Hoffman, SCOV resident and avid gardener. Her program is: “Why Natives?” Bees, responsible for 90% of the world’s food, April Hoffman in her garden. Sheryl Hester photo are now an endangered species. Without them we will perish. April’s power

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point features the most successful, useful and colorful native plants in her garden. Her credentials are curiosity about plants and concern for the biome. Acknowledgements go to those who helped with this presentation: Kathy and Tom Marks, Judee Wickersham, Sheryl Hester and John Hoffman. Our first field trip is Wednesday, October 13, to Desert Survivors Garden Center. Sign up at the meeting. Come join us as we start our new Garden Club year.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 928-210-4735

www.havurahscov.org

Havurah welcomes fall and the return of community to programs and fun. Our September 16 Break the Fast dinner on The Views Terrace was enjoyed by all. Tuesday, October 12, on Zoom, our Book Club resumes its season of reading and discussion. The first novel is Washing the Dead, by Michelle Brafman. Contact Renee grillsrenee@yahoo.com for more information. Monday, October 18, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista, is our first annual general meeting, a meet and greet that gives attendees the chance to interact with members new and old.

This will also be the perfect opportunity for those interested in learning more about Havurah to meet us in a relaxed and friendly setting. Please come.

Mindfulness Meditation Club Bonnie Grant Baird, bjgrantb77@gmail.com Tues., 3 PM, Catalina Vista

Mindfulness Meditation meets weekly on Tuesdays, 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio or patio (weather permitting). The regular format is a 15-minute discussion of a reading, followed by 25 minutes of silent sitting meditation, 10 minutes silent walking meditation, and 25 minutes silent sitting meditation. We encourage everyone to come regardless of experience or schedule. It is completely acceptable to come or leave quietly at any time, especially during the walking meditation as there is little to no interruption to the group. We welcome all to come and steep themselves in the insights that come from the stillness of meditation. For more information, you may arrive a few minutes early to ask those who regularly attend or contact Bonnie.

Republican Club Pres. Marilyn Rego 520-575-4022 mmrego@centurylink.net Second Mon., 3 PM, Catalina Vista Scovrepublicanclub@gmail.com

Our meeting will be on Monday, October 11, 3 PM, Catalina Vista. All are welcome.

Raf Polo, SCOV resident, will speak about his immigration to the USA from Cuba when he was 11 years old. He has authored two books about his admirable story.

Also speaking is Blake Masters, candidate for U.S. Senator.

Blake is a local resident. Please attend our meeting and invite a friend.

St. Philip’s Social Club Abby Marier 520-825-4878 absma@comcast.net Scandinavian Heritage Club Sigrid Flatness 425 213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com

Singles Clubs Active Solos Club

Leslie Fisher 520-955-4258 leslieafisher@yahoo.com or Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069, janemail11@yahoo.com www.scovsolos.com If you are an active, nonpartnered single and would like to make new friends, the Active Solos Club welcomes you.

In addition to monthly happy hours, we have some fun events schedActive Solos enjoy happy hour at The Views Restaurant uled for the coming year. To find out more, contact Leslie or Jane to become a member and stay informed.

Sun City Singles

Pres. Anthony Delprete 520-989-0120 Ticket Sales Gail Brandt 520-825-7480 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 PM; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 PM

We welcome guests. Thursday, October 14, The Views will cater dinner for us at Desert Oasis. We will be served a spinach artichoke chicken breast, mashed potatoes, vegetable and sweet dessert. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour will be 5:30 PM, followed by dinner at 6 PM. Entertainment will be provided by Chuck Moses.

On Friday, October 29, we will celebrate happy hour at the Desert Oasis. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour will be at 5:30 PM, followed by a light dinner at 6 PM. Entertainment will be provided by David Prouty. First-time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities. For further information, please contact Eleanor Mishur 520-818-3374 or Ruth Hochstein 520-825-0070.

Ticket sales, Fri., Oct. 1, 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis Dinner tickets, $20 pp; happy hour appetizers, $10 pp.

Checks only, payable to Sun City Singles.

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 Monday, October 25, 7 PM, meeting will be at Catalina Vista. The presentation and discussion will feature Pat Brown from Casa Alitas, Diane Everhart and another board member from The Inn. We will all be masked. Want to have some chat time? Come at 6:30 PM. Bring your own drinks and munchies. Dues are $10 pp. We will also celebrate Dia de los Muertos. Dr. Michael Brescia will be speaking to us in November.

Mark your calendars. Due to the renovation of the Activity Center, our annual dinner will be held Sunday, January 30, 1-4 PM, Catalina Vista. We’ll use of all three meeting rooms and the patio.

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States New England Club

Pres: Walt Swap, 520-623-3847, wswap@tufts.edu Claude Janus, ahj0523@aol.com, Allie Angeloni, alrogangeloni@hotmail.com Marjorie Gerdes, gerdesm14@gmail.com

Do you have a geographic or sentimental attachment to one or more of the six New England states? Congratulations, you automatically qualify as a proud member of the SCOV New England Club. And we have a fall event to bring you together with fellow New Englanders. On Wednesday, October 6, 4 PM, we are holding a free social at the home of Marjorie Gerdes, 14722 N. Alamo Canyon Dr. Wine, beer and water will be provided, any other drinks, BYO, please.

Fruit and appetizers will also be on hand. Attendance will be capped at 25, so RSVP by calling Marjorie Gerdes 520-8255750 or emailing Walt Swap wswap@tufts.edu.

Mark your calendars for April 8 when we will be holding our annual pizza party, 5-7 PM, Desert Oasis.

Wisconsin Club

Anne Rusch 920-202-0008

Save the date: Sunday, April 3, Catalina Vista, for the Wisconsin Club annual party. Note that this will be an afternoon event with exact times to be determined. Hope to see you there.

Sun City Variety Theatre Summer membership contact: Ada Shopa 260-349-5468 Sep.-Apr., Third Thu., 10 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Our September meeting had nominations for board candidates. We will vote for the new board at our October 28 meeting. This is a change of date for this meeting only.

Please note the change of meeting location above. We will hold a “Tribute to Pioneers of SCOV Theatre” on Sunday, November 7, Catalina Vista. Space is limited. We will send out the contact in a separate email. Please see “This Week in SCOV” for information. Hors d’oeuvres and a sparkling beverage will be served. Bring your own drinks, other than coffee and water. Our planned production of Big Guns will take place Sunday, March 27, at the Gaslight Music Hall.

Rehearsals begin in January. Consider joining us to work backstage, props, sound, costumes or perform. We have a lot of fun.

Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com First Mon., 1 PM, Catalina Vista www.vbscov.weebly.com

The next club meeting will be Monday, October 4, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. At our meetings we have guest speakers who cover a range of topics to inform club members of veteran organizations, VA compensation and entitlements. We cover relevant issues by email and during monthly meetings. Our current membership is over 230 veterans. Please come to a meeting or contact me any time.

Start gathering gently used men’s and women’s clothing, personal hygiene items, shoes, belts, gloves, hats, etc., for donation to homeless Tucson veterans. Use the yellow Vietnam Veteran bags to donate items locally. Collection begins Monday, October 25. Deliver to 2145 E. Bighorn Mountain Dr., and leave items by the front door.

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If you have an unserviceable U.S. flag, leave it at the address above, wrapped inconspicuously.

Purchase your Legacy Brick and support SCOV, your favorite SCOV club and local veterans. Order form deadline is November 15. Over 180 bricks have been sold supporting over 40 SCOV clubs. Email Mike LaBarbera for an order form.

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. Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 1969kal@comcast.net VP Joyce Shaw 425-765-1415 jwshaw29@gmail.com Finance Kathie Fogle 360-710-8927 kauaikath@yahoo.com Sec. Lynn Parker 936-293-0304 Lynnquilts@outlook.com Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-262-5477 jkhrd2@aol.com Meetings second Tue., 9-10:30 AM, WC3

Our Auxiliary benefits Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse and IMPACT of Southern Arizona Food Bank. The next meeting will be Tuesday, October 12, specifics above.

The Auxiliary plans to host our Accessories Boutique on Saturday, October 30, 10 AM-2 PM, Catalina Vista. Instead of a luncheon, finger snacks, sweets and wine will be available.

Accessories donations of gently used items can placed in collection boxes at Desert Oasis, AFC and Catalina Vista or contact these members: jewelry, Elaine Deeter 209-9856663 or Vicki Gushwa 701-367-3298; purses, Linda Wilkes 520-395-2370; shoes, Kathy Hrdy 520-262-5477 or Winnie Doerfer 520-275-9441; hats, Chris Curtis 585-203-7824; jackets, Debbie Francis 402-216-4227; and sweaters, Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443.

Dance

Ballroom - SC Starlight Beth Allen 248-763-6266 scovstarlightdance@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance

As fall cools, dancing heats up, and we welcome back our traveling members.

New to ballroom dancing or need some review? Introductory/beginner classes start on Wednesdays, October 6, 13, and 20, 5-5:50 PM, AFC/Studios 1&2, with rumba and foxtrot. Following on Wednesdays, October 27, November 3 and 10, is a second class offering of waltz and cha cha.

Either three-class series is offered for $45/couple and is instructed by our resident professional, Christine Hoskins.

Plan to attend our annual membership meeting on Friday, October 15, 5:30-6 PM, Catalina Vista. Dues for the 20212022 year remain $10/cpl and $20/nonresident couple and may be paid beginning at the meeting. After catching up on club plans and greeting friends, join us at our Sweetest Day Dance, from 6-9 PM. Call Bill Bable 248-231-2829 right away if you don’t already have your tickets, as space is limited.

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Folk Dance Pres. Siva Raven 505-469-7505 sivaraven@gmail.com Fri., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 www.scovFD.club Folk dancing is a wonderful way to exercise both your body and mind while socializing in the company of a warm and welcoming group. We encourage evAnother fabulous day at the Folk Dance Club eryone who is fully vaccinated to join us, no experience, no partners required. We review each dance prior to dancing. Keep in mind that the only mistake you can make is to not have fun. Bonus: no meetings, no minutes, no dues–just dance, dance, dance. There is even a club website which lists each week’s dances along with a video link to each dance for those who like to watch or review dances at home.

Please give it a try. Questions? Come and see; check out the website or call Raven.

Hula, Jazz and Razzmatazz Dance Dir. Glory Lamb 805-698-3887 dancingextra@gmail.com Thu., 2-4 PM, Activity Center/Dance Studio

Hello October. Welcome back dancers and wannabe dancers. If you want some fun exercise with the goal of performing easy, showy dances for the SCOV group of clubs and various parties and celebrations, come and join the Sun City Sugar dance team. Even if you haven’t danced in years, you can do this. At any rate, come and see, stretch your muscles, meet some super gals and have some fun.

Beginning Tuesday, October 5, 2 PM, I’ll be in the beautiful AFC Dance Studio, looking forward to teaching a couple of easy Hawaiian hulas, and a great line dance to Frank Sinatra’s “New York, New York.” Come in workout clothes, soft soled shoes and a big smile. Happy to answer any questions and meet up.

Line - Sunliners Pres. Judy Widener 760-687-6377 judywidener@gmail.com Membership Karen Reich 520-403-2764 ktrfam123@gmail.com scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners

October dance sessions will occur in AFC 1 & 2 as follows (no hard-soled shoes): Wednesday classes

11:30 AM-12:30 PM Intermediate

12:45-1:45 PM Beginner Saturday practices

9-10 AM Intermediate

10:15-11:15 AM Beginner

11:30 AM-12:30 PM Transition Free preview lesson

Sat., Oct. 2 11:30 AM AFC Studios Our October social will be held Saturday, October 9, 6:308:30 PM, Catalina Vista. Join us Wednesday, October 6, 2:30 PM, via Zoom for our next board meeting. Watch your email for the Zoom invitation.

Exciting news about upcoming events: We will be offering “Introduction to Line Dancing” classes beginning Saturday,

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January 8, 11:30 AM, AFC 1 & 2. Not sure if you want to participate? Then here is great opportunity for you: Take advantage of a free preview lesson before signing up for the eight-week series by stopping by the AFC Studios at 11:30 AM on any of these Saturdays: October 2, November 6 or December 4. Class enrollment/membership forms will be available at the three Saturday free previews, as well as on the Sunliners website. Do you have questions? Please contact Karen Reich.

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

Our Halloween Monster Mash is one of the most popular dances of the year. The dance will be on Saturday, October 30, 6:30-9 PM, and will be held at The Heritage Highlands Ballroom at Dove Mountain.

There will be a costume contest with first, second and third place prizes. Costumes are encouraged, but optional.

Not only do we have a new venue for this dance, but also a new band, Shell Shock, our entertainment for the evening.

They will be the judges for the Halloween costume contest.

Come and get your tickets; you don’t want to miss out on the fun.

Ticket sales, Tue., Oct. 19, 9 AM for members, 9:30 AM for nonmembers

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

Exercise Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 (cell) 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. Melanie Livingston meljean178@yahoo.com Mon., Wed., Fri. 1 PM Oct.-Apr.; 10:10 AM May-Sep.; AFC/Pool

Increased flexibility, balance, toning and firming are all results reported by our friendly members. Our club performs water exercises designed by the Arthritis Foundation for anyone with arthritis, fibromyalgia, joint replacement or just body stiffness. Dues are only $5/year. We welcome new members

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and encourage male participation. Hats, sunglasses, shirts and water shoes may be worn. Come join us.

Please note: The outside air temperature must be 77 degrees or higher for the class to be held.

Energetic Exercise

Donna Clark 970-946-1048 Mon. and Wed. 8-9 AM, AFC Studio

Fri., Oct. 15, 22 and 29, 7:45-8:45 AM, Catalina Vista

Welcome back to returning members. We look forward to seeing you at Energetic Exercise, ready for fun and fitness with our friendly gang of guys and gals.

Sally Martinez, our professional instructor, has been leading these classes at SCOV for over 25 years. She’s expert at keeping us strong, flexible and well balanced with a variety of aerobic and weights exercises plus wonderful stretch moves. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel.

During remodeling of the Activity Center, we meet at two different locations: Monday and Wednesday at the AFC Studio and Fridays as available at Catalina Vista. The club calendar and SignUpGenius provide information on the locations and times for each class.

We are unable to take on new members at this time due to limited space. Those interested in joining us should watch future Tipster articles for updates on membership openings.

Annual dues are $3. Punch card for 12 classes is $30.

Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca Tue., Thu., Sat., 6:45-8 AM, AFC pool

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.

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

Fall is finally here and it’s time to think about avoiding all the holiday stress by exercising. On Monday and Thursday, professional instructors come to SCOV and teach a Joseph Pilates core strengthening mat class. Pilates workouts are not just sets of simple exercises. They affect our entire system of bones and joints. Your abdominal muscles, back, hips, arms and more are strengthened and toned. This means you’ll have improved posture, flexibility, strength and balance. The classes include many warm-up stretches and are one hour total body workouts. The classes are designed for seniors, so all exercise movements can be modified for different levels of performance. The cost is only $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp. Please stop by and watch one of our classes. Questions, call Mary.

Tai Chi Co-chairs Alice Hutchison 520-329-8090 ahutchison87@gmail.com Cynthia Chaffee 520-342-6437 cynthiachaffee@mac.com Thu., 10-11 AM, AFC/Studio 1

A 10-week class for all tai chi students will be offered by tai chi masters Jose Hernandez Rivera and Donna Drezenovich on Thursday, October 7, 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio.

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All first-time students need to call Alice Hutchison for further information.

Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that involves slow, focused movements. Because of the benefits for balance, strength, and improved breathing, it is an exercise especially suitable for seniors.

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

There will be in-person yoga classes on almost every day of the week in October.

Tuesdays, 10:45 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Torrey Wednesdays, 8:15 AM, Catalina Vista, Leah Thursdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis, Torrey Thursdays, chair yoga, 10:45 AM, Desert Oasis, Torrey Fridays, 8:15 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Maria Each class is $10 cash. Please bring your own props. Maria will accept previously purchased tickets through January 2022. We hope to see you in class.

Games Bridge Duplicate Bridge

Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Second and fourth Mon., 6 PM, Desert Oasis; Fri., 12:30 PM, Catalina Vista

During construction in the Activity Center, we will try to have a regular game. We will play the second and fourth Monday evenings at Desert Oasis and Friday afternoons at Catalina Vista, both at the usual times. We will try to keep everyone informed as changes occur.

Ladies Monday Social Bridge

Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 12:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Monday bridge has started up again. Come for a friendly game of bridge. Renew those old friendships and meet new friends.

Marathon Bridge

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

Providing there is enough interest, we are planning that Marathon Bridge for the 2021-2022 season will start in October and play once a month through April. You will either play in your residence or your opponent’s home, thus only one table of four people per residence. 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 don8359@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

The Mixed Social Bridge Club has resumed playing contract bridge in an informal, relaxed and fun environment. We want everyone who comes to sit at a table and play bridge.

So, if needed, we will make a table of three or have a player float from table to table. We start promptly at 8:30 AM, come a few minutes early to socialize and partner up. We have coffee, and members often bring goodies to go with it. We also have online games using Trickstercards.com. Please join us. We welcome new players.

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Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Larry Parks, VP Janelle Parks, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

You and your partner may go home with more money (probably it’s mine). And if you make and bid a grand slam as Al Piarowski and Jerry Cohen Big winners did, you’ll get $10. Arrive with your partner and your dollar bills by 5:45 PM to claim your table. Twenty-four hands later,, you may be a winner. But even if you have no good cards, you’ll find this a winning group of people and you’ll have fun.

Practice Bridge

Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Barbara Fransdal 520-310-7549 Mon. and Wed., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We play for fun; relearn old skills and develop new ones.

Sometimes we even keep score. We learn from each other.

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

The Bunco Club has started up again. Please join us.

There is a $2 entrance fee which is divided between the winners. We can promise you a fun afternoon. Mark your calendar, and give it a try. Hope to see you there.

Chess Mary Lee Fitzgerald fitzgerald.marylee@gmail.com Mon., 4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

The newly formed Chess Club continues to meet on Monday afternoons at 4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon Room. Plans for the fall include a series of beginner lessons for interested persons who have never played chess, as well as a club tournament beginning in November for both experienced and novice players. New members are always welcome; equipment is provided.

Cribbage Pres. Salvador Hernandez 281-883-2986 First and Third Thu., 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

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

Euchre Christopher Auclaire 585-309-9065 First, third, fifth Mon., 6 PM, Desert Oasis

If you would enjoy playing this friendly card game, please bring $1 to Desert Oasis on the first, third, or fifth Monday of the month at 6 PM. We look forward to seeing you.

Five Crowns Pat Hansen Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com

time and lots of laughs. Hope to see more of you there to join us in the fun.

Gin Rummy Bob Segebrecht or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Please feel free to call Sue if you have any questions or suggestions.

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

Thursday Mah Jongg is now open; come on in. We play from 1-4 PM. Be sure to spread the word. New players are always welcome.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

If you enjoy a challenge, come in and observe our game of Pan (Panguingue). It’s a very fun and interesting game. We would love to have you join us and see what fun it can be.

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

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands.

Bring $1 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, criss cross, 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.

Men’s Friday Poker

David Dellinger 480-620-5519 davidjdeljan@aol.com Fri., 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Friday Poker is back playing every Friday evening at Desert Oasis. We play easygoing poker with low stakes.

Games are high only, five-card draw, five-card stud, sevencard stud, Texas hold ʼem, Omaha and criss cross. No dues.

Bring your own refreshments. Cards provided. Dealer antes 5¢ per player and chooses the game. Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the door and enjoy three hours of no-hassle understandable poker. We welcome new players. Bring nickels, dimes and quarters.

Call David if you would like to review rules of play before your first game. Please show up at 5:30 PM, so we can start playing by 5:45 PM.

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Scrabble Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis

Muriel Strode once stated, “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

As stated above, the pathway is sometimes hazy. There do not seem to be any rules for getting older. Aging is not for wimps; however, some things allow us to postpone brain aging.

The past 18 months have sometimes been a challenge; thank the various clubs and activities for helping to postpone brain aging in all of us. The Scrabble Club members deserve thanks for the survival of the club, and we are always looking for new members. We would love to have you visit to see what we are about. Drop-ins are always welcome. Our current members are all fully vaccinated; however, should you hesitate about attending our group, please know that we provide hand wipes, masks and gloves so you can feel more comfortable.

Sheepshead - Schafkopf Jeff Rusch 920-202-0007 jffrusch@yahoo.com Tue., 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

Schafkopf, better known as Sheepshead, is a card game most commonly played in Wisconsin and surrounding midwest states. If you are interested in joining us, contact Jeff for more information.

Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 520-308-8881 mmoyerpp@gmail.com

Mon., 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Love those Barbershop harmonies? Got a song in your heart? Want to hear and feel and learn what it’s like to blend your voice with others, barbershop style? Come join this fun mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just 1½ hours every Monday morning. We took a rest during the summer months, but will be starting up again Monday, October 25. Great way to start each week. SCOV visitors welcome. There is strength in numbers; the more the merrier.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Zona Boss 520-638-6644, Colleen Cottrell 520-825-8393 Tues 1:30-3 PM 2338 E. Montrose Canyon Dr.

Looking forward to seeing everyone after a long, happy summer. Please note: Starting Wednesday, October 6, we will be meeting at Colleen’s home: 2338 E. Montrose Canyon Dr. Any questions, please call Zona or Colleen.

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.

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Early Music Recorder Ensemble Joyce Minks 520-825-0642 minkster42@comcast.net Tue., 12:30 PM, Mike and Kathy Moyer’s home, 1637 E.Crown Ridge Way

Have a recorder (the instrument)? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a fun group? Soprano, alto, tenor, bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided and instruments are available. Just one hour every Tuesday. Let’s make beautiful music together. After a summer rest, we will resume meeting Tuesday, October 26, at Moyers’ home, 1637 E. Crown Ridge Way, while the Activity Center is under construction and room space is less available.

Sun City Singers Director Don Hess ddhess@yahoo.com Pres. Bob Westendorf rwestendorf@live.com Tue., 6:30-8:30 PM, Catalina Vista Hello Singers. Are you ready for another year of music?

Things are all set to begin rehearsing our holiday program for 2021. New members are always welcome. We look forward to seeing you all.

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

The SCOV Board of Directors has eliminated any Covid restrictions for our club to meet Tuesdays, 10 AM, Desert Oasis. Starting the first week in October, beginners classes will also be Tuesdays, 9:15 AM, Desert Oasis. Shake off the dust, tune up the strings and be ready to sing and strum.

Sports

Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Ron Wheeler 801-791-2903 ourwildplaces@gmail.com VP Scott Schlapkohl 970-846-1951 sschlapkohl@msn.com Membership Fred Finney 520-297-2485 fvfinney@comcast.net www.vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org

Vistoso Cyclists membership is only $15/year, hard to believe, given we are one of the best cycling clubs for seniors in the nation. Aside from the rides, our members enjoy our very useful website, including a searchable member directory, club classifieds, online ride schedule, cycling resources and more.

We offer several hundred scheduled rides year-round, among four different ride sub-groups, from 20-60+ miles, to cafe destinations within Tucson and other nearby towns, utilizing both pathways and roadways. Occasional away rides are offered as well. Our cafe stops offer coffee and conversation, greatly enjoyed by our members.

The club has e-bike, mountain biking, and Women on Wheels sub groups. There’s also our club newsletter email, each month.

All schedules can be found within the excellent member area of our website. We also host social events, and support both the Interfaith Community Services Food Bank and Wheels for Kids. For more information or to join, visit our website.

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Billiards Pres. Michael Rittmann 720-427-7235 mrittmann@yahoo.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

The Billiards Club is back to normal operations. We encourage any and all former members, as well as any new residents interested in the game, to enjoy our wonderful facility. We definitely have one of the best pool rooms in the greater Tucson area. Club hours are Monday-Friday, Noon4 PM, and the ladies play Wednesdays, 10 AM-Noon.

Birders Group

Peggy Smith 520-344-0991 pdsaz@aol.com

www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup

Next meeting Fri., October 29, Catalina Vista/Art Studio, 4 PM The house finch is so common in SCOV it is often ignored, but its cheery song is a welcome addition yearround. As you can see, the males can be quite beautiful and they are very adaptable in both their acceptance of humans and the variety of food they eat–preferring seeds, of course.

We are a 90+-member, activity-oriented group and all SCOV residents are invited to join us on our field trips to learn more about the Steve Holmes photo birds here in Arizona.

Below is a list of upcoming bird outings. If you are interested in going on any of these, be sure to contact the trip coordinator for details at least three days in advance and ask to be added to our mailing list.

• Tue., Oct 5, Peña Blanca Lake, Peggy Smith, pdsaz@aol.com • Tue., Oct 12, Madera Canyon, Sandy Mason, sandymason08@aol.com • Wed., Oct 20, Paton’s/Patagonia, Mona Connoy, mjconnoy@gmail.com • Wed., Oct 27, Tubac area, Barbara Gates, bgates@udel.edu • Thu., Nov 4, Canoa Ranch, Max Haegele, 43avocet@gmail.com

Bocce Pam Speck speckyp@gmail.com www.scovbocce.weebly.com

Mon., Wed., Fri., 5-7 PM, 7-9 PM, Bocce Courts Bocce is a fun, easy-to-learn activity that people of all ages and abilities enjoy. Newcomers are welcome and may play once without joining the club. Annual dues are just $5.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the starting time.

Space limits us each session to the first 32 players with members given priority.

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Gun Club Bill Snead 425-246-8100 wgsnead@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice

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Hiking Pres. Georgene Porter gvporter@live.com Scheduled hikes are posted on the website www.scovhiking.org

Camaraderie, new friendships, healthy exercise and appreciation of our beautiful Sonoran desert are the hallmarks of our club. For over 30 years, our experienced volunteer guides have offered hikes in some of the most scenic mountains and desert landscapes in Arizona.

Our 300+ members enjoy hikes of all levels: nature walks, short treks, medium difficulty hikes and more strenuous hikes. Whether you want to hike for a couple of hours or venture out for an all-day experience to a new location, we have a hike for you.

In all things of nature there is something We celebrate our acof the marvelous. –Aristotle complishments with an annual wine and cheese party, with election of club officers. At spring and fall picnics, we award patches for miles earned.

There is a New Year’s Eve trailhead potluck brunch.

For how to join, a schedule of the hikes we offer and much more, please visit our website.

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. 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. Tony Masterjohn tmasterjohn15@gmail.com VP Training Doug Brown wizisland@comcast.net Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org

POP Tennis Pres. Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com VP Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 kennesk@comcast.net Treas. Jim Steinmetz 440-552-6173 vintner731@gmail.com Desert Oasis

Come by the Desert Oasis courts to check out play and give it a try. We’ll show you the basics of POP Tennis, explain the rules and have you hit a few balls. Equipment is available for you to use. Dues for 2021-2022 are $5 pp.

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Schedule Oct.-Apr., 8:30-10:30 AM; May-Sep., 7-9 AM Recreational play: Tue., Thu., Sat. Advanced play: Fri. Oct.-Apr. 1 PM; May-Sep. 7:30 AM Ladies casual play: Wed.

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

We look forward to playing and getting together for stories and laughs. Stay safe everyone.

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

Good news: The Table Tennis Club is getting closer to resuming its normal mode of operation. Players can choose to play singles or doubles.

Schedule Tue. 1:30-5:30 PM men/women club play Thu. 3:30-5:30 PM men/women club play Fri. 2-5 PM men/women open play Sat. 9 AM-Noon men/women club play Sun. 9 AM-5:30 PM men/women club play

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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.,7-9 AM, Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452, Beverly Johnston 970-744-0697 Mixed doubles next event Oct. 24, Susan Hernandez 310-433-

As Tennis Club seasonal members start to return, we are reminded that the Covid pandemic is not completely over.

Tennis players carefully followed the safety protocols established by our club. Most, if not all, memLadies enjoying mimosas after playing tennis bers are vaccinated, yet we still need to take safety precautions, given the severity of the Delta variant. Please continue to practice social distancing on the courts.

During a break in the frequent summer monsoon rains, female club members enjoyed a tennis mimosa party.

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

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Wallyball Pres. Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com VP Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Treas./Sec. Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird6224@gmail.com Competitive Tue., Recreational Fri., setup 12:45 PM, play 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Ct. www.wallyball.us Wallyball was conceived in Illinois on a small scale in 1971 and on a larger scale in California in 1979. It has grown worldwide with a player base of over 15 million in over 85,300 facilities worldwide. The sport is similar to volA game that women and men can enjoy leyball but is played in a racquetball court. Take part in the fun and join with old friends or make new ones with a sport that can improve your health and provide tons of entertainment. So come down to the AFC, and watch a game that both women and men can enjoy. Play safe and play smart.

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

Year-round residents look forward to cooler days, while our returning members look forward to warmer days. The coming months are perfect for getting back to our outdoor activities and not worrying about those pesky gnats and mosquitoes brought on by the awesome monsoon rain.

No matter what, water volleyball is a great contact sport which anyone can enjoy. It gets you moving and stretching, promotes agility and flexibility. Good eye contact is a must. While in moBob, keeping his eyes on the ball tion, always keep your eyes on the ball. Check us out Sunday and Thursday for casual play. Come watch the competitive group on Mondays. Their games are exciting to watch.

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Day Trippers Chair Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Membership Laura and Tom Held 520-447-5170 Third Sun., 1 PM, Catalina Vista

Important reminder: You must be fully vaccinated to board the bus for any of our trips. If you haven’t already provided proof of vaccination, please bring your card to the general meeting to be checked off. Masks are required on the bus.

Tue., Oct. 19 – Tucson Funny Foot Farm and Tucson Botanical Gardens.

Lunch at Longhorn Steakhouse $65 pp, bus leaves 8:15 AM. Monitors Pam Divis and Lynn Krivitz.

Wed., Nov. 17 – Franklin car museum and AZ State museum. Lunch at Guadalajara Grill. Signups at Oct. meeting. Monitors Carol Guibert and Edie Phillips.

Sat., Dec. 4 – Hamilton at Centennial Hall. Sold out; sign the wait list at meeting.

Thu., Dec. 9-Sat., Dec. 11 – Prescott, AZ, Acker festival, $400 pp ($540 single). Sign up at Oct. general meeting, $100 pp deposit. Monitors Edie Phillips and Laura Suchocki.

Sun., Dec. 19 – Christmas dinner following meeting at Catalina Vista. Catered by Catalina Caterers, BYOB, entertainment by Chuck Moses.

Meeting at 1 PM, dinner 1:30 PM, entertainment 2 PM. Signup at general meeting.

May 8-15 – Trip to Utah National Parks. Signups in January.

Always bring your checkbooks to meetings.

RV Club - Sundowners

Pres. John McConnaughey 503-580-2465 Captain.Faisua@gmail.com

VP Eric Wiley 360-510-1641 w.eric.wiley@gmail.com www.sundownersrvclub.org

Membership meetings second Mon., 9 AM

Our next meeting is Monday, October 11, 9 AM, Catalina Vista. Future dates and locations are listed on the website.

The focus of the meeting will be the Fall 2021/Spring 2022 proposed trips’ schedules. Please be prepared to sign up for the trips that interest you. Listed are just a few proposed trips; additions to this list would be greatly appreciated: National Radio Astronomy Observatory – Very Large Array, Socorro, New Mexico Las Vegas, NV Route 66 Tour, Kingman, AZ Nevada’s Historic Past Tour, Carson City, NV Chiricahua National Monument, Willcox, AZ Canyon de Chelly, Painted Desert and Petrified Forest, Holbrook, AZ

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, Meetings suspended until further notice 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 No meeting Jul. and Aug.

Our Cancer Support group encourages and welcomes all SCOV members who have been affected by cancer. This group includes everyone from those newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, cancer survivors or those who are caring for someone with cancer. Our meetings include a valuable exchange of information and discussion from those who have had cancer and undergone chemotherapy, radiation and other treatment. We learn from each other. Laura Held, a retired oncology nurse, cancer survivor and SCOV resident, facilitates the group.

Caregivers’ Support Facilitator: Ester Leutenberg ester36@gmail.com First and Third Tue., 10:30 AM, call Ester for meeting place 520-818-0016

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

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

Diabetes Support group has restarted in-person meetings.

If you are concerned about yourself or someone you care about with diabetes or pre-diabetes, we welcome your presence. Please come if you are interested, or for more information, contact Bill Bable.

Grief Recovery and Support Franci Buenger, 208-610-3958 francibuenger@gmail.com Thu., Oct. 21, 10 AM, contact Franci for meeting place

Dragon Sculpture, one of many in the Sculpture Garden in the Anza-Borrego Desert, Borrego Spring, CA

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This support group includes any kind of grief from loss.

Perhaps that is the loss of a loved-one, a job or career, a relationship, a pet, etc.; and in sharing you lighten the burden for yourself and for others, and allow for healing.

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Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 520-401-7275 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wed., 10:30 AM-Noon, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Katie’s Korner 11575 N. 1st Ave., Oro Valley

People with Parkinson’s Disease as well as caregivers and/or family are welcome.

We have guest speakers and discuss topics of interest.

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 Dispatcher 520-447-0077 Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com

Vistoso Helpful Hands is an all-volunteer organization, providing year-round short-term (three weeks or 12 visits) assistance to SCOV residents.

We do light handyman chores, run errands, light yard work/housekeeping, paperwork organization and provide transportation and meal delivery from The Views Restaurant. For assistance, call our dispatcher 520-447-0077. If we cannot immediately answer, leave your name and number.

We will call you back.

Our dispatchers also have names/numbers for longerterm referrals to agencies and paid services, such as inhome caregivers/personal services, transportation options, house cleaning, home downsizing/moving, mobile meal delivery, animal/house sitting and businesses who help find the best assisted living facilities for you.

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

An easy way to assist Youth On Their Own (YOTO) is by signing up with Amazon Smile and shopping smile.amazon.com. Each time you purchase on Amazon.com through the Amazon Smile program, Amazon donates 0.5% of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to YOTO. Support Youth On Their Own when shopping at Fry’s.

Sign up with your V.I.P. Card on the Fry’s website and select YOTO as the organization you’d like to support using code 27567. Once enrolled, you’ll earn rewards for YOTO every time you shop with your V.I.P Card.

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

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 also adds to our collective voice on important issues. Contact: Steve Didio 520-219-9997 or ovpost132@gmail.com We meet the third Thursday, 6:30 PM, September-June, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley.

Art Exhibition SCOV painters and Art League members, April Hoffman and Jane Leonard, will show their art in the Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Dr., September 2-October 14. April’s portraits include her “Patriotic American” series.

Jane’s art includes work made from various media. The library is open Monday-Friday, 10 AM-6 PM (closes at 5 PM on Friday).

Catalina State Park Enjoy Music in the Mountains at Catalina State Park on the first Saturday of the month.

• Saturday, October 2, 6 PM: Rene Taylor, jazz standards.

• Saturday, November 6, 4 PM: Way Out West, western classics, accompanied with banjo.

All-day admission to the park is $7 per vehicle and the concert is included with park admission.

Oro Valley Theatre Company After a long delay, the Oro Valley Theatre Company is proud to bring you Steel Magnolias. This heart-warming play will be held at our local Gaslight Music Hall. There will be three evening performances (November 3, 7 and 10) and one matinee performance (November 7). Buy your tickets online at www.gaslightmusichall.com or call 520-529-1000.

You don’t want to miss seeing one of your fellow SCOV residents up on stage.

Tucson Toastmasters Improve your speaking and leadership skills in a fun and safe environment. Meetings are Tuesdays, Noon1 PM, virtual via WebEx for now. Email to receive login info.

When in-person meetings resume, location is Texas Instruments building, 5411 E. Williams Center, Tucson. Contact Deb Ramsey 520-545-0587 dramsey@yoto.org. Website https://7381.toastmastersclubs.org/.

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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.

WANTED TO BUY: For sale by owner home with a Catalina Mountain view. Please call Dawn at 520-907-0809.

WANTED TO RENT: N/S single retired adult looking for year-round (possibly multiyear) rental starting July 2022, prefer unfurnished. Please contact Patrick 612-308 2577 email: pconnoy@hutman.net.

WANT TO RENT: Iowa couple looking for a Sun City rental for winter 2022. Very flexible–can take 2, 3 or 4 months. We are nonsmokers and have no pets and will take good care of your home. Have rented in Sun City in the past and can provide references in the community. Judy at 319-360-6453 or jalehman52@yahoo.com.

FOR SALE: 2 BR/2 BA, 1,418 sq. ft. Sabino model has been remodeled throughout: JennAir kitchen appliances, KraftMaid cabinets and pantry with low maintenance Rojo floors and many Milgard windows. Enjoy a covered patio and fenced back yard with mature landscaping and some mountain views. Priced at $393,750. Please call Al Schmidt: 614-203-0953.

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. 2022 requests will be put on back up list. Available Sep. through Dec. 2021 and May 2022 forward.

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

FOR RENT: 14461 N. Sky Trail, 2 BR/2 BA, new S/S appliances, paint, carpet and tile. Owner pays utilities, cable, WiFi. Tastefully furnished and equipped. Small pet friendly, N/S, 30-day min. lease. Email craigramey50@yahoo.com, call Craig or Mary 520-271-5814. Available Oct., Nov., Dec. 2021. Please use this link for pictures, rates, reservation calendars and other information: https://goo.gl/DNxrjz FOR RENT: Available Dec. 2021, fully furnished 2 BR/2 BA expanded, open floor plan with spectacular mountain views from master BR, TV room and kitchen. Large backyard facing the mountains and golf course with pool, hot tub and BBQ. WiFi and cable included. Pet friendly. Call Jill 520-906-7653 for photos and any further questions.

FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1,573 sq. ft. Silvercreek model, 2 BR/2 BA. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fan in every room. Fully furnished, king in master, queen in guest, reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes all utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully enclosed back yard.

N/S, N/P. Available through December 2021. Email dixie14495@gmail.com or call 636-544-1706.

FOR RENT: Quiet, private rental available Nov. 1 through mid-Dec. (flexible) 2021.

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 essential utilities and WiFi. N/S, N/P. Contact Paul at 571-244-3760 or email paseve@msn. com.

FOR RENT: 14670 N. Desert Rock Dr., 2 BR, sitting room, den; 2.5 BA ensuite. FP; front courtyard, back patio with gorgeous mountain view. Fully furnished including baby grand piano. Available from Oct.; four month min. N/S, N/P only. Call Fred and Michelle 301-873-6177 or email fredharde@gmail.com.

FOR RENT: 14340 N. Rusty Gate Tr., 2 BR/2 BA, 1,600 sq ft. 2 king beds and master ensuite. FP; private back yard; close to Activity Center. WiFi, Internet and cable. Three month min. N/S, N/P only. Call Fred and Michelle 301-873-6177 or email fredharde@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.

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.

PICK UP AND DRIVER AVAILABLE for local hauling. Reasonable rates. Call Roger at 503-473-1611.

BUYING: A curious collector would like to buy watches, old photos, war relics, 19th and 20th century family and estate items, antiques, jewelry, coins, silver and much more. Anything unusual or nostalgic. I like to look and love to buy. Exceptional prices paid. 520-529-2984.

Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts

Free Half Hour Consultation Phone or Office 520-257-1166

Please Donate Your Aluminum Cans

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Put your empty aluminum cans to work for SCOV. Deposit only empty, rinsed aluminum cans in the box outside the Activity Center kitchen door. The Community Assistance Committee uses the funds from recycling to purchase items for the Loan Room.

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

According to Steve Holmes, this is the response you get if you tell a joke to a green heron

Broadbilled hummingbird by Steve Holmes

Kitty Thompson’s nephew, Mike Kauchak, enjoyed an encounter with this large mule deer on Kitty’s patio, only to discover that it was accompanied by a smaller buck

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Photographer Sheryl Hester referred to this as “a live great blue heron fountain.”

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"SHE SAVED MY LIFE"

Oro Valley resident Dawn R. had been experiencing the painful side effects of Peripheral Neuropathy, “my feet and legs were extremely painful and my doctor told me there was nothing they could do. That I would have to take Gabapentin for the rest of my life.” Then she met Oro Valley's very own Kari Hahn, L.Ac. Peripheral Neuropathy is the doing to treat those suffering pain, discomfort and numbness from Peripheral Neuropathy, caused by nerve damage of the without invasive surgeries or medications. peripheral nervous system.

Kari Hahn, founder of Oro Dawn explained that daily tasks like opening doors and using the Valley Acupuncture, is using the time tested science of bathroom were overwhelmingly painful. “How Acupuncture and a technology can you live for the next 30 years originally developed by NASA when you don’t even want to get that assists in increasing blood and expediting recovery out of bed to do simple things?” flow and healing to treat this She was experiencing the debilitating disease. burning, numbness, tingling and “Now when I go to bed at sharp pains that those suffering night I don’t have those with neuropathy often describe.

“The way that I would describe it, shooting pains. I don’t have that burning sensation. I don’t it’s equivalent to walking on have pain coming up my glass.” Dawn hadn’t worn socks legs,” Dawn enthusiastically in five years and was wearing describes life after receiving shoes two sizes too big so that Kari’s treatments. nothing would ‘touch’ her feet.

“I can wear socks and shoes!”

Unfortunately Dawn’s story is Dawn and her sister now all too familiar for the over 3 operate a successful dog walking business, sometimes million people in the U.S. covering up to 5 miles a day. suffering from Peripheral Neuropathy.

If you’ve missed too many tee times because of pain or you’ve passed on activities with the grandkids because you’re afraid of falling, it’s time to call Kari and the staff at Oro Valley Acupuncture.

It’s time you let your golden years BE GOLDEN!

Oro Valley Acupuncture is now accepting new patients but only for a limited time. In an effort to protect her patients, both current and future, she has made the difficult decision to limit the number of patients seen in her clinic. Only 20 new neuropathy patients will be accepted before the end of the year so call (520) 532-2012 now to schedule a consultation.

If you’re unfortunate enough “It’s life altering. As far as I’m concerned Kari to be facing the same saved my life!” disheartening prognosis you’re not sleeping at night because of Kari Hahn has been helping the burning in your feet. You the senior community for over have difficulty walking, shopping 17 years using the most cutting or doing any activity for more edge and innovative than 30 minutes because of the integrative medicine. pain. You’re struggling with Specializing in chronic pain balance and living in fear that cases, specifically those that you might fall. Your doctor told have been deemed ‘hopeless’ you to ‘just live with the pain’ or ‘untreatable’, she and you’re taking medications consistently generates that aren’t working or have unparalleled results. uncomfortable side effects.

What was once a missing Fortunately, four months ago link in senior healthcare is now Dawn read an article about Kari easily accessible to the Hahn and the work she was residents of Oro Valley.

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