It’s More Than Living...It’s a Lifestyle!
Tipster
November 2021
Attend the SCOV Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13 • 9 AM - 3 PM, Artisan Center Courtyard
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 Closed for renovation
Board of Directors
Administration (In Welcome Center)............520-825-3711 ext 120
Email address for BOD members, GM & Assistant General Manager:
Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM
directors@suncityorovalley.com
Aquatic & Fitness Center...........................520-917-8067
Daily.................................................................................................5 AM-9 PM Jim Mitchell, jmitchscov@gmail.com.....................................................................President Pool Ronna Heinig, scov.ronna.heinig@gmail.com.................................................Vice President Daily............................................................................................5 AM-8:30 PM Mike LaBarbera, mclabarb@aol.com....................................................................Secretary Children’s Hours, daily .................................................................... 11 AM-1 PM Howard Schulz, howardschulzscov@gmail.com.....................................................Treasurer Catalina Vista........................................... 520-825-8613 Christine Ludwig, cludwigscov@gmail.com.............................................................Director Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Allan Mashburn, amashburnscov@gmail.com.........................................................Director Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 AM-8 PM Sun.................................................................................................. 9 AM-6 PM Terry McFadden, tmcfadden2020@comcast.net.......................................................Director Community Services................................. 520-917-8065 Desert Oasis.............................................520-825-0495 Management Team Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com....................... General Manager, 520-917-8080 Sat. .................................................................................................9 AM-8 PM Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ....Assistant General Manager, 520-917-8070 Sun. ................................................................................................9 AM-5 PM Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com...Com. Area Maint. Supt., 520-917-8059 Pool Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.... Golf Course Superintendent, 520-917-8063 .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Sat., Sun......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com................Restaurant Manager, 520-917-8074 Children’s Hours, Daily except during water volleyball .......................... Noon-4 PM Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com............................ Director of Golf, 520-917-8086 Water volleyball on Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................1 PM-3 PM Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com...................Facilities Supt., 520-917-8078 Gift Shop of Sun City.................................520-917-8051 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com.............Program Director, 520-917-8077 .Mon.- Fri. ......................................................................................10 AM-4 PM Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com............................Controller, 520-917-8060 Sat.................................................................................................10 AM-1 PM Manny Vasquez, chef@suncityorovalley.com.......................Kitchen Manager, 520-917-8074 Golf Course Walking........................... See website for current times Library....................................................... 520-917-8064 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, scoroval@ciramail.com................................. Conveyance Coordinator, 520-917-8087 Jack Mooney, scoroval@ciramail.com..................................... Covenants Coordinator, 520-917-8079 Michelle Mooney, mmooney@suncityorovalley.com........................................Librarian, 520-917-8083 Katy Mosier, scoroval@ciramail.com...................................Architectural Coordinator, 520-917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com......................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8065 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com...........Marketing & Tech. Coordinator, 520-917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com...........................Facilities Coordinator, 520-917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center (closed for renovation)............................................................520-917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center..................................................................................520-917-8067
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 ...............................................7 AM-5 PM; Thu., 7 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 attention (e.g. broken irrigation) and the Administration Office is closed, please report Tipster Editorial Committee the issue to a building monitor. However, if a situation like this occurs after all the Karen Koopmans............................. Co-chair Mike McMinds..................................Member buildings are closed, please contact the emergency line.
John Njaa....................................... Co-chair Suzanne Stiles...............................Secretary Vicki Ettleman.................................Member Wanda Johnson...............................Member Mary Beth Livingston.......................Member Drew Ludwig...................................Member
Barbara McNeill..............................Member Carolene Mitchell.............................Member Jane Moody.....................................Member Ann Owen........................................Member Lisa Schulz......................................Member
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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 November 2021, Page Welcome Center Conference Room 2 3..............................................................WC3
Association News
From The Board of Directors Our mission as the SCOV Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community. All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online and in the SCOV Library. Board meetings are open to residents.
Board of Directors mclabarb@aol.com
A Lot to Be Thankful For by Mike LaBarbera November ushers in the renovation of our aging Activity Center. By this time next year we will be enjoying the new auditorium, expanded entry, Kiva meeting room and patio. Many unseen improvements and upgrades include the sound dampening walls in the Native American rooms, audio/visual systems in the auditorium and the heating and A/C. These welcome upgrades and new interior décor will vastly enhance the beauty of our community property. I want to welcome back seasonal residents who share our moderate climate, where, as we age, colder weather becomes a factor in choosing where to live and play during the winter months. SCOV is that perfect place to enjoy friendships, many clubs and amenities, plus the joy of being welcomed back to your “other” home. November hosts two federal holidays, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving. As many of you may be aware, Veterans Day has special meaning to me. Veterans who served our great country deserve a special thanks from all of us that reap the daily freedoms we enjoy because of their sacrifices. Our freedoms were and are upheld by past and current members of the Armed Forces, who signed that blank check when they joined or were drafted into the military, for the amount up to and including their life, to defend our country. After the recent end to America’s longest war in Afghanistan, I pray all our military personnel are safe around the world. On Thanksgiving, we give thanks for so many of our cherished blessings: relationships, family and friends, within and outside SCOV. We have the ability to live and enjoy our excellent quality of life in SCOV during our senior years. We can decide to kick back and enjoy our safe, friendly and wonderful community, or actively participate in the many amenities SCOV has to offer. There are numerous ways to volunteer within SCOV. Help one of your favorite clubs by assuming a leadership position. Clubs usually change officers in January. Talk to someone about the twenty-three SCOV committees and see if they need new members. Volunteer with one of the Partnered
What’s Inside
Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 7 Golf................................................ 10 On the Cover................................ 11 Coming Events.............................. 12 Workshops and Classes................. 12 Memoriam..................................... 13
Organizations listed in the Tipster or volunteer at the SCOV Library. I know most of us are retired, but these are a few examples of how to give back, meet other residents, make new friends and continue to make SCOV a better place.
General Manager - Mark Wade mwade@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8080
Common Goals Isn’t it interesting that community associations are the preferred place for many to call home? There are many reasons this is the case. Our community here at Sun City Oro Valley (SCOV) offers many amenities, and with all the clubs and activities, there is a common comradery value for many residents. Let’s not forget the property values: SCOV properties have increased in value significantly over the years. The SCOV Board of Directors has changed many times in the past, but the goal of doing what is best for the most at the best price while achieving harmony in the community, has been and currently is a constant. This goal can be best accomplished when a reasonable balance between an individual’s wants and the best interests of the community find an equilibrium point. In the Owner & Resident Handbook under COMMUNITY STANDARDS, there are sections called Code of Conduct and Rights and Responsibilities for Better Communities. The Code of Conduct is short, simple and logical. It points out responsibilities of members and their guests when using common areas as well as digital and written interactions. It also lists actions not permitted against any other member, guest or staff. The Rights and Responsibilities for Better Communities states rights of homeowners as well as their responsibilities; it does the same for community leaders. I would encourage our residents to review these important documents. Let’s all try to reach that reasonable balance to achieve our goals and continue to strive to be better this year than last. And better next year than this year. As we get better individually, our community will inevitably find the same level collectively. As they say, a rising tide lifts all ships. Here’s to rising with the tide.
Join Us for Board of Director and General Manager Chat with Residents Wednesday, November 10 3-4 PM, WC3
Clubs............................................. 13 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 13 Continuing Education................. 18 Cultural & Social......................... 19 Dance......................................... 22 Exercise...................................... 23 Games........................................ 23
Music.......................................... 27 Sports......................................... 28 Travel.......................................... 30 Partnered Organizations............... 31 Extended Community................... 32 Volunteer Opportunity.................. 32 Classifieds...................................... 33 Photo Scrapbook........................... 34
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It’s More Than Living... It’s A Lifestyle! Artisan Center Promotes Fun and Creativity by Lucy Remington
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his month’s Arts & Crafts Festival on plex on a visit to see November 13 is the perfect time to friends who live here. visit with some The Wood Shop was of Sun City Oro small but would enValley’s resident arable Don to continue tisans and learn how his wood craftsmanSCOV’s facilities enship after he and his able active adults to purwife, Jeanne, made sue fun and creativity. the decision to move Linda Wilkes moved here. to SCOV without knowDon notes that ing that there was an SCOV is always Artisan Center. “It was a working to keep the very pleasant surprise!” facilities relevant and according to her. Linda accessible. The Clay has joined the Fused and Sewing Rooms Left: The totem found in the Artisan Center courtyard and Stained Glass Club have been remodis a collaboration of the Clay Club and Fused and Stained and states that she eled along with an exGlass Club. Joan Kelley photo has learned from club pansion of the Wood members’ willingness Shop. There is a task force currently looking at the next to teach and share their phase of improvements to the Artisan Center. Don remarked expertise and creativity. that “This is a well-run, financially sound, 55 and older comShe makes fused glass pieces and jewelry. munity, and I’m glad Jeanne and I chose to live here...Our Linda encourages new Artisan Center allows residents to visit the SCOV us to expand our horiGift Shop where they can zons and try new things see the plethora of origi- without making a huge nality that has been creat- investment in equiped using the community’s ment. What a great Artisan Center facilities. place to live!” Mary Murck, a sevenDon and Jeanne year resident, related that have used the Wood the Artisan Center was a Shop to make furnishfactor in her and her hus- ings and cabinetry for band’s decision to move their home in addition to SCOV. The “equipment, to consigning creations Ceramic platter by Mary Murck. Photo by Joan Kelley learning from one another, at the Gift Shop. access to materials and Mary sums it up well, Fused glass votive holder by Linda Wilkes. space to work” facilitate “I love living here so much and the Artisan Center and other Joan Kelley photo their amenities make this a great place to creativity. Mary is a member of the be in retirement. You have to experiClay Club and her husband, Michael ence it to understand all SCOV has Knott, participates in Woodworking to offer.” and Silversmith and Lapidary. Mary’s Stop in the Gift Shop where you’ll advice to a new resident is “Give it a see hand-crafted items made by resitry! You’ve little to lose and, potentially, dent artists, much of it made in the artlots to gain! You never know if you have ist studios of the Artisan Center. The great talent, but you can also make shop is open Monday-Friday, 10 AM-4 new friends.” PM, and Saturday, 10 AM-1 PM. The A 17-year SCOV resident, Don JoArts & Crafts Festival will take place in vag relates that he was introduced to the Artisan Center Courtyard on Satwhat was then called the Crafts Comurday, November 13, 9 AM-3 PM.
Wood bowl by Don Jovag. Joan Kelley photo
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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070
Administrative Customer Service Our General Manager continually challenges us to keep customer service in the forefront of our training, discussion and work practices. The Administrative department meets weekly, and in most of those meetings, there is training on customer service. We are intentional about making sure that when you leave our office or hang up the phone with us, you know your concern has been listened to and addressed in a respectful, caring manner. The Administrative department’s mission statement is: “Valuing people as we facilitate a positive, healthy, active lifestyle!” You are our priority. Staff wants to help you enjoy this healthy, active lifestyle offered in SCOV. The statement surrounds the doorframe as you walk into the Administrative lobby. It’s a reminder to us and a promise to you.
Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Giving Thanks It seems sad that many only feel the need to give thanks at Thanksgiving. Many of you may remember the article that I wrote about eight years ago. I had on my badge that stated I work at SCOV when I ran an errand. The clerk saw my badge and she stated, “You are so lucky to be able live in SCOV. I hope my husband and I can afford to live there some day.” Her comment humbled me. SCOV has so much to offer that we sometimes forget all the good that we do have. I will be spending Thanksgiving with my family in the Chicagoland area. May your Thanksgiving be spent with those you love or care about.
Community Services - Katy Mosier Architectural Coordinator, Katy Mosier scoroval@ciramail.com 520-917-8058 Welcome Back Seasonal Residents Many returning residents will be planning new projects in the coming months. Please remember, if you are thinking of changes to the exterior of your home, you will probably need some kind of submittal approval. Since Covid, we have been accepting these submittals digitally through our website rather than in person at the Welcome Center. If this seems daunting, we are happy to help you through the process. Go to www.suncityorovalley.com and sign into the website. If you have not already registered, you must do that first. Click on Members > Member Services > For Your Home. Click on either Start House Paint Submittal or Start Submittal for Everything Else. Fill out the needed information and you are halfway there. Once we receive your request, you will receive communications on any submittal from scoroval@ciramail. Please add that email address to your contacts so that those notices do not go to your junk mail. For a submittal on any project besides painting your house, we will send you a plot plan and the correct submittal form. Follow the directions including attaching support information such as sketches, pictures of materials, etc. If you are not able to scan information to attach, take pictures of documents with your cell phone and attach them that way. If you have difficulty, please contact Katy Mosier 520-917-8058.
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Unit # 005 005 005 006 009 010 010 010 012 012 014 016 017
Welcome New Neighbors – September Name From
Earl & Jane Washington James & Beth Tevlin Craig & Nikki Gamrath Cynthia & Peter Zwick Diane Goedecke Gene & Maxine Swarner Paula Pearl Lynn & John Ragona Greg & Carole Saffell Rosemary Cruser & Glen Kunde Holly Weir Becky Taylor Matthew & Nancy Wyatt
Tucson, AZ Corvallis, OR Sherman Oaks, CA Kingston, WA Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Bozeman, MT Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Carmichael, CA Oro Valley, AZ Silverthorne, CO
September 2021 Housing Resale Information Resales 2021 2020
For the Month 13 12 2020 Total Sold - 167
YTD 164 118
2021: Active Listings as of 9/30/2021........................... 14 2020: Active Listings as of 9/30/2020............................. 3 Source: TARMLS®
September 2021 Average Age of New Owners:
68
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Kitchen linens by Jan Bohe Fused glass platter by Nancy Eckhoff Joan Kelley photos
SCOV Library - Michelle Mooney www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley mmooney@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083
The Library is planning two special events this month. The first is 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. Join us Thursday, November 11, 4 PM, Catalina Vista, for this special holiday event. On November 1-10, the Library will hold a Southwest book sale. There are local books on birdwatching, hiking, plants, animals as well as travel and food. Stop by the Library and purchase a book on the great place we call home.
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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
September
Actual
Budget
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
345,156 153,736 6,437 134,032 2,674 146,220 788,255
$ 1,035,476 $ $ 352,076 $ 19,630 $ 383,030 $ 8,896 $ 427,478 $ 2,226,586
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
1,035,476 281,606 16,600 335,764 6,249 81,725 1,757,420
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
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
(47,112) (81,341) (4,130) 655,672
$ (138,969) $ (161,592) $ $ $ $ (54,660) $ 1,871,365
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
(10,080) 1,747,340
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
357,696 57,050 70,858 4,600 106,343 115,000 711,547
$ 1,063,861 $ 187,372 324,983 $ $ 28,610 $ 334,935 $ 345,000 $ 2,284,761
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
1,043,039 166,951 342,813 36,561 349,677 345,000 2,284,041
Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses
$ $
(115,254) 596,293
$ (353,132) $ 1,931,629
$ $
(345,000) 1,939,041
$
59,379
$
$
(191,701)
Results of Operations
Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first three months of the 2021-2022 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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3 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, January 24, 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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Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Beginner’s Guide to Exercise A beginner’s exercise program should incorporate aerobic activity with some muscle strengthening exercises. In general, I recommend aiming for at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity. This can be split into small increments, even if it’s just a few minutes at a time. So where do you start? You can start by simply taking a walk, going for a bike ride, swimming a lap in the pool or hopping on the elliptical. Everyone should walk the dog twice a day, whether they have one or not. For muscle strengthening, you could start with light hand weights or body weight exercises such as push-ups, situps, squats, lunges and planks. Something is better than nothing, so start slow and low and aim to gradually work up to your goals. Before you reap the benefits of exercise and its positive effects on your attitude, you must first change your outlook on the importance of exercise. With physical activity being proven to improve your mental and emotional state as well as your physical well-being, there is no reason not to exercise. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to get started–just get moving! 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, November 9, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, November 10, 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
Important reminder: Republic Services picks up between 6 AM and 6 PM on your designated trash day. You must have your trash and recycle bins out at 6 AM or you risk a missed pickup. 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. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Ceramic sushi platter by Dawn DeRosa. Joan Kelley photo
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Association Committees Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Nov. 8, 3 PM, WC1
At the next meeting of the Active Health Committee, we will brainstorm and explore new programming for the winter season. During the next five months, we will bring current health-related presentations to our community to promote an active and healthy lifestyle with a focus on what you can do yourself to promote your wellness. If you have heard a great speaker, or have suggestions on a topic that you would like to hear, please contact Rita Menet. New members or participants are welcome at our meetings.
Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1
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
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) continues to remain extremely busy with a minimum of 15 submittals to review at each of our twice-a-month Zoom meetings. Residents who submit complete applications gain speedy review and approval of their project. One way to ensure a complete application and a project that meets the Development Standards for a Permanent Improvement is to have a pre-submittal meeting with ARC representatives. Before you begin preparing your application on the SCOV website, take the time to read all the directions, especially the specific items that must be included with your submittal. Use the drop-down menus: Members > Members Services > For Your Home > Start Here. The ARC members devote many hours year-round reviewing projects and then discussing them in Zoom meetings held every second and fourth Tuesday at 2 PM. We encourage anyone who is planning a project or just interested, to join us online. The link to our meetings can be found on: Members > Committees > Architectural Review > Read More > Join ARC’s Zoom Meeting.
Artisan Center Renovation Task Force Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com 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. Vaccinated ACRTF members may attend in person; non-vaccinated committee members and all others may attend via Zoom. The SCOV website (go to 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 this 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
Keep in mind, we don’t pay anything for the paper phone books, and we have no control over the publisher or the printer. The publisher received our files in early September. As I write this, we still don’t have a delivery date. “This Week in SCOV” email will have any updates when I get them. In the meantime, I can’t wait until you see Paul Livingston’s terrific cover photograph. As always, choosing the cover is extremely difficult from the many photos that are submitted for consideration. The online directory is updated monthly, thus always has the most current information. To update your listing in the directory, the preferred method is to complete the online form “Change your directory listing.” Otherwise, you can fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.
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 at Catalina Vista during business hours (during Activity Center renovation). 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 Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com Quarterly Zoom meetings on Mondays. Check SCOV calendar for dates and times.
The Finance-Budget Committee (FBC) meetings are held quarterly. The current FBC practice is for vaccinated FBC members to attend in person. Non-vaccinated committee members and all others may attend via Zoom. At times, 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. Current financial information is also available on the website.
Food and Beverage Chair Wendy Hughes whughes851@hotmail.com First Mon., 2-3 PM, WC1
Fall is in the air and it’s a perfect time to enjoy the terrace at The Views Restaurant. Come for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Many of the events we had pre-pandemic are back and ready for you to enjoy. The restaurant will be going through a transition due to our Food and Beverage director leaving, but people are in place to continue serving the community and providing entertainment for you to enjoy. Come on down, enjoy a good meal and listen to our live music on Fridays and Saturdays.
Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu
As our community is beginning to become more active with seasonal residents returning, we want to remind you of the Friends of the Library (FOL) membership. The Library is funded by this membership, donations and fundraisers like the Home Tour scheduled for February 2022. Your FOL membership gets you into the Great Reads and first day sale of the Home Tour tickets. Membership is $15/sgl and $20/ family through the Library. If you sign up as a new member in November, you get November and December for free. For our FOL members only, we have the Great Read on Wednesday, November 17, 10 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball and Pusch Ridge Rooms. Please mark this date on your calendar. A big thank you goes to the FOL members who contributed to Kate Cusumano’s Memorial Retirement Fund. You raised just over $1,000 which will be donated to the Library in Kate’s name. Kate will work with our new Librarian, Michelle Mooney, to determine how it will be spent. You all make our Library a special place in our community.
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
The Gift Shop sponsors the Arts and Crafts Fair on Saturday, November 13, in the Artisan Center Courtyard. Be sure to check out the work of Cathy Winje, left, and Trisha Bergen our own resident artists. Featured artists in the shop this month are Trisha Bergen and Cathy Winje. Trisha majored in art in college and traveled the world. She lived in Taos, New Mexico, before moving to SCOV and is absorbed in glass fusing. “Brightly colored dichroic glass is fantastic and a joy. Every bit of glass is hand-cut and handshaped. I layer and fire the glass in my kiln, working with it several times until I see what I love.” Cathy’s plates are a creation out of boredom on a cold Chicago winter day, scrap material from sewing pillow cases, glass plates and Mod Podge. She was hooked on making these decorative plates from the start. “I put treats on them, wrapped them in plastic and gave them as hostess gifts. These plates need to be handwashed.”
Government Affairs Chair Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13
The nonpartisan Government Affairs Committee conducts political forums and secures speakers on issues that are of special interest to our community.
Necklace by Trish Bergen. Joan Kelley photo
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Holiday Lights Chair Linda Bretz 603-459-4219 nashuachristmas@comcast.net www.SCOVLites.com
The Holiday Lights Committee has once again been busy all year gearing up for this season’s expanded light exhibit. Thanks to the Foundation, HOA and private donors for helping make this year’s display an even more robust show than ever before. However, the project does have costs; we are relying on donations and volunteer hours to coordinate the project and to make the decorations. This year there is an exciting fundraiser offering residents a chance to enhance their holiday spirits by visiting the homes of seven of SCOV’s most generous inhabitants. Each homeowner welcomes visitors inside their beautifully decorated homes showing off their creativity and inspiration for your own home. Homes will be open on Saturday, December 4. Masks are required for the tour. Call Linda Bretz with questions 603459-4219, and be sure to check our new website for further details at www.SCOVLites.com.
Ticket sales, Fri., Nov. 12, 9-11 AM and Fri., Nov. 19, 1-3 PM, Catalina Vista, $25 pp 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/
Our community is getting busier with the return of many residents, so it is time to reserve tables and chairs for get togethers or extra beds for guests. The Loan Room has many items, but with fall and winter holidays coming, it is good to make reservations up to two months in advance of your needs to be sure you get what you would like to use. We also have many medical items available for slightly longer loan times than equipment for guests. Our children’s items are more limited in quantity, so we recommend reservations for toys, car seats, high chairs and Pack ‘n Plays during the holidays. The website is available for reservations but they can also be made at the Loan Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM. Please come and see what we have for SCOV residents.
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 Sincere Thanks Neighborhood Pride issues sincere thanks to all homeowners who: • keep trees trimmed so stop signs are visible • keep trees trimmed up high off sidewalks • keep plants trimmed back off sidewalks • keep their yards weed-free, neat and tidy • make sure all lights are burning in house number plates
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Not often enough do we say thank you to the people around us. Perhaps, as homeowners, we should say an occasional thank you to our neighbor who borders our personal property. If, when he has his own yard cleaned up by a landscaper, he includes part of yours, which may have a problem caused by his foliage, it just might deserve a thank you. Thanksgiving is a good time for our committee to sincerely thank all homeowners who take pride in their own personal property and work diligently to keep our entire community a beautiful place in which to live.
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)
November is the month we gather at Thanksgiving and express how thankful we are. We are all thankful for our family, friends and good health. I’m also thankful for our wonderful SCOV volunteers who keep our community going through the many volunteer hours they donate. The Posse is another group of amazing volunteers who help keep our community safe. I realize we have been unable to provide services during the Covid pandemic; however, I know we still have a group of dedicated volunteers willing to donate their time once we resume patrols. The silent volunteers who watch out for their neighbors are another group I’m thankful for. I hope you all celebrate Thanksgiving with the ones you love. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Properties Chair Rich Oaks richoaks114@gmail.com Third Thu., 9 AM, WC1 and via Zoom
The solar energy systems installed five years ago at various SCOV buildings continue to produce electricity and reduce the Association’s utility costs and reduce our community’s carbon footprint. The project, valued at $1.2M in 2016, was developed and installed with no cost to SCOV. The Association has an opportunity this year to purchase the systems from the current owners. The Board-appointed Solar System Purchase Task Force conducted an exhaustive study within the past year and found that purchase of the solar systems was financially beneficial to SCOV. The lower costs for electricity resulting from SCOV’s ownership, will repay the purchase price of $664,413 in approximately six years. Upon review of the study, the Board approved the purchase of the systems effective November 1, 2021. The Properties Committee unanimously supports the purchase of the solar systems. 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
Each month at least 100 articles are submitted to be published in the next issue of the Tipster. We editors greatly appreciate submitters from the Association and clubs who use the “Guide to Submitting Tipster Articles” on the SCOV website: News & Info > Tipster > Submitter’s Guide & Standards. For example, you can help us out if you use the form: Day, Date, Time, Place, when you are listing meeting information, e.g., Saturday, February 11, 7 PM, Catalina Vista. Remember, the deadline for submission is the eighth of the month.
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lars. The worst areas are going to have drainage installed and sprinklers adjusted to minimize the wet conditions.
Golfing experience that provides professional and friendly service, mountain views and excellent conditions.
Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086
Our annual Welcome Back Fiesta Club Fitting Day party with our famous barbeque is on Friday, November 5, from 10 AM-2:30 PM at the driving range. It includes golf equipment from Srixon, Cleveland, XXIO, Titleist and more, along with footwear and other vendors. All will be available at special discounted pricing. Our men’s and women’s golf clubs are in full swing now. For information about any of the clubs, go to www.theviewsgolfclub.com and click on Join, then Leagues, to get further information. The annual Pro-Member Invitational is Monday, November 15. We invite one professional and an amateur from another golf club to join two of our members or residents. For more information and registration, check with the Pro Shop. As a reminder, our golf cart policy is two golf carts per group. Any additional carts in the group will need to remain on the cart path. Only two carts will be allowed in the fairway or rough at a time. Please follow cart signs and keep all four tires on the path around the tees and greens. If you have any questions, contact the Pro Shop or read the monthly “Tee to Green” newsletter. Visit the Pro Shop or our website for more information about participating in our fun club activities like Chip & Putt on Thursday afternoons. Also, don’t forget every Friday and Saturday, starting in November, we have the Barbeque Grille at the turn between the hole #9 green and the hole #10 tee from 10 AM-2:30 PM.
Golf Advisory Chair Eileen Buskirk 206-450-6146 SCOVgolfadvisory@gmail.com Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3
League play is back, and we’re starting to see the impact of not overseeding the golf course. One of the benefits promised was better fall play with no time off and no cart path restrictions. As promised, fall play was fabulous. One of the disadvantages discussed is the wearing out of the dormant grass. Mike Kropf will be evaluating this continuously during the winter months. To protect the fairways, he will implement ways to direct cart traffic. There will be signs showing where to enter and exit and painted lines meaning, “No carts beyond.” There will be stakes and ropes. Some days there may be “Carts on Path this Hole” signs. It is critical all golfers follow the directions. Player’s assistants will enforce these restrictions. Surveys will be available for every golfer following every round for input regarding the impact of not overseeding on their golf experience. These will be compiled every two weeks to evaluate the changes in playability and customer satisfaction. Positive attitudes during this time are appreciated.
Did you know: • 80% of all golfers will never achieve a handicap of less than 18. • The chances of making two holes-in-one in a round of golf are one in 67 million. • The driver swing speed of an average male golfer is 84 mph, 148-152 for a national long-drive champion. • 18-Hole Men’s Golf is a great way to start each Wednesday. November 3 - President’s Cup or Individual Low Net November 6 - President’s Cup Round 2 November 10 - President’s Cup Round 3 or Stableford November 17 - Turkey Shootout November 24 - Two-Man Better Ball
Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063
Since the fairways were not overseeded this year, the Golf Course Maintenance Department will be very busy working on several projects throughout the winter months. Not mowing, fertilizing or watering the overseeded grass will free up time to concentrate on items that often get neglected on the priority list. The first item will be some extensive bunker maintenance. The rocks and debris that have contaminated the bunker sand over the years will be cleaned up as well as possible. Then new bunker sand will be added to make the bunkers softer with easier playability. The new sand will be the same sand that was used in the new bunkers built during the greens renovation last summer. Another project will be thinning desert areas around tee complexes. Over the years, the trees and cactus have reduced the visibility of the fairways from several holes on the back nine. On hole #13, the cholla cactus has grown to the point the left tee box can’t even see the fairway anymore. The trees on the left of holes #15 and #18 have created issues with blocking the sun from the tee boxes to forcing the tee markers to be placed farther right to see the fairways. Wet areas around green complexes will be addressed this winter as well. The new greens require irrigation even when dormant. This irrigation is creating wet areas around the col-
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The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Michael Gerber 520-237-9767 Membership Darwin Priebe pribedar@msn.com Play Wed. AM
Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Tod Milton 520-256-0962 theodore.r.milton@gmail.com Play Thu. morning
The Men’s 9-Hole League began the 2021-2022 season on October 7, an earlier than usual start. This was possible because The Views did not close for overseeding this year. There will not be the usual cart path-only restriction for the two weeks after reseeding, so play will be great. The addition of the new Views app for mobile phones is a great resource with GPS distance and scoring, making for better and more accurate play. Who knows, this new app may make everyone a much better golfer. Buddy Day and the first league meeting are fast approaching, with the only issue being our ability to find a place to meet. We are working that issue hard and will get it solved as well as confirming the date. Come join us.
Follow The Views Golf on Instagram: @theviewsgolf
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ON THE COVER Painting by Lorraine Buck Ceramics by Joan Kelley
Convenient community restaurant, lounge and terrace offering an enjoyable experience in food, drinks and entertainment.
Earrings by Robin Kahn Charcuterie Board by Don Jovag 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 start of our season has arrived with our first golf format being a Four-Person Scramble Tuesday, November 2. We are pleased to have Pat Stark as the handicap chair for our club. The great thing about using a handicap is it allows golfers of varying abilities to compete against each other in a fair match. This system was adopted by the USGA in 1912. Pat is here to answer any questions and assist, if needed, as it pertains to your handicap. If you Pat Stark accidently post an incorrect score, which happens from time to time, please contact Pat pat@up.net. She can make the necessary corrections. Pat splits her time between Oro Valley and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. League registration is now open at www.theviewsgolfclub. com. Should you need assistance with registration, please contact Rob Ranson. We look forward to seeing you on the course.
The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Marilyn Tyreman thunderlaw70@yahoo.com 520-548-4483 Membership Carol Johnson johncjj@frontier.com 425-343-7138 Play Thu. mornings
Welcome back to all our Lady Niners and all our new members to the start of our 2021-2022 season. Our first meeting will follow golf, Thursday, November 4, Catalina Vista. Registration for this season opened October 4 via The Views website. If any questions, please contact our membership chair, Carol Johnson Thursday mornings are shotgun starts, time to be determined. At this time, there are no Covid restrictions being enforced, but be respectful if any of our ladies have concerns. Let’s have a fun-filled season.
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Pendant by Michael Knott. Joan Kelley photo
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Food & Beverage Management Teamr Errick Owens, Restaurant Manager eowens@suncityorovalley.com 520-825-3277 Manny Vasquez, Kitchen Manager chef@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8074
After nearly three years as a chef at The Views Restaurant, Manny Vasquez has moved into the role of kitchen manager, where he is responsible for the “back of the house” functions of menu planning, food preparation, ordering and everything that goes into making tasty food for restaurant patrons. A native Tucsonan, Manny has studied under chefs of dif- Manny Vasquez ferent backgrounds and ethnicities, including classical French, traditional kosher, Southern home cooking, Spanish and Tex-Mex. He promises that he can make whatever you are craving. At The Views, Manny hopes to build a strong crew and make the menu more inclusive to the community’s needs. “The best thing about [culinary arts] is you will never stop learning,” he says. When he’s not in the kitchen, he enjoys gardening; he is raising tomatoes, strawberries, basil, green onions, mint and oregano, not to mention the biggest pomegranates he’s ever seen. He also enjoys the red, violet and white roses in his garden. Manny looks forward to continuing to serve great food to the community.
Community Foundation Art Wickersham 520-245-1357 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org
Soon you will receive a letter from your foundation president, Art Wickersham, giving you the opportunity to join your friends and neighbors in making SCOV an even better place for all of us. More than one million dollars has been invested in SCOV and the surrounding area in the foundation’s 22-year existence, thanks to your caring and generosity. A list of some of the grants awarded is included on an insert in this Tipster. If your club has any particular needs, you can be part of this group by following the grant application instructions found on the foundation’s website. In appreciation for the tireless efforts of our healthcare heroes, your foundation provided a special meal to the staff at Oro Valley Hospital. Many SCOV residents use the facility and are grateful for their expertise, professionalism and caring. Thank them the next time you are there.
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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. Some vendors will take orders for the holidays.
Monday, November 8, 10 AM-Noon SCOV Gift Shop Monday Madness Come shop our monthly Monday Madness sale in front of the Gift Shop for discounted merchandise all made by your resident artists. Pottery, wood, fused glass, cards, jewelry and much more. Holidays are around the corner.
Monday, November 8, 1 PM and 4 PM Indoor Movie Join us at Catalina Vista for a to-be-announced movie. Limited seating and parking; each showing will have only 120 chairs. Bring your own snacks and beverages.
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.
Tuesday, November 16 Holiday Coloring and Craft Sheets Come to the Welcome Center to pick up holiday sheets for visiting children to color during the holiday season, crayons included. Limited amount offered.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 26, 27, 28 SCOV Gift Shop Holiday Open House Enjoy after-Thanksgiving shopping in the comfort of your own neighborhood and support your local resident artists who have created new and unique holiday gifts. The tree is decorated with one-of-a-kind ornaments, and you will find wonderful gifts for everyone on your list. 10 AM-4 PM, Friday and Saturday; 10 AM-1 PM, Sunday.
Tuesday, November 30, 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 people.
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Workshops and Classes
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: Wed., Fri., 3-4 PM, AFC. Sunrisers: Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-8 AM, AFC Sweat Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 10-11 AM, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes An AED class will take place on Wednesday, November 17, 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 520-917-8073. Balance Class Balance Class will start Monday, November 1, 10:30 AM, AFC Studio. Questions, contact Judy Greenberg gfam5@ yahoo.com 631-974-4375. The Balance Class is for both arthritis and fall prevention. It is a very slow moving form of tai chi. Chairs will be available for anyone who needs one. This form of tai chi was developed by Paul Lam and is intended to help people deal with the problems of balance and arthritis. What Paul Lam developed is a very flexible form, and there is no need for having prior lessons. Covid-19 vaccination is required for attendance. We look forward to you joining us. Parkinson’s Exercise Club 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. There will be no class on Thursday, November 25.
For Your Information Holiday Door Decoration Contest We have had requests to bring back the Holiday Door Decoration Contest since many of our residents do not have golf carts for a parade entry. Entry form for door contest is in this Tipster and contains all the information you will need. Entry forms must be submitted by Monday, December 8, 3 PM.
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Institute of Learning in Retirement (ILR) The ILR will feature three Samplers on Thursdays this month: November 4: “Who Do You Trust with Your Money?” Sherwin Koopmans November 11: “Plastic, Plastic Everywhere,” Sheri Mason, Ph.D. November 18: “Habitation Along the Santa Cruz River and Important Roles Archaeologists Fulfill in AZ/SW,” Kristoffer (Izzy) Stein, M.A., R.P.A. Samplers begin at 2 PM on Zoom, and you must be an ILR member to access the programs. To join the club, please go to www.suncityilr.com for complete information. Kuddles for Kids From November 1 to December 1, Seniors for Kids invites all SCOV residents to unite and donate new stuffed animals (no larger than 18 inches tall). These Kuddles will be given to agencies who serve fearful children across Southern Arizona so they can feel the hugs that all of SCOV wishes them in their time of need. In 2019, we gathered and distributed over 400 Kuddles to police, fire crews, hospitals, Toys for Tots, AVIVA (foster care), Emerge! (domestic abuse), Tu Nidito (no child grieves alone) and more. Last year, the pandemic had its way and kept us from collecting. If it is your wish to donate, there will be a large bin located by the doors of the AFC and smaller collection boxes in other buildings. May you be blessed this year. Tucson Museum of Art (TMA) Talks Due to the remodeling of the Activity Center, the TMA Art Talks, usually held on the second Tuesday, October through April, have been postponed until the center is completed and we can resume meeting in a regularly designated SCOV venue. Although Zoom meetings were substituted in 20202021, participation was low. This popular SCOV activity is more successful with audience participation, and we regret this postponement. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Fused glass nativity by Linda Wilkes. Joan Kelley photo
Thank You Corner
The October 1 flu shot clinic was a success, with a total of 260 immunizations. Walgreen’s utilized their entire stock. Thanks to SCOV, Walgreen’s staff and SCOV healthcare volunteers, Vistoso Helpful Hands and Veterans Club. Loan Room transit chairs provided efficient transport for those with mobility challenges. The volunteers enjoyed the effort, resulting in healthier SCOV residents.
Memoriam
Resident Robert John Lyons 1
Richard Hallbauer
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Former Resident
Verna Castoro
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Clubs Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Art League Pres. Caryl Thornton 520-638-7024, VP Carol Nagel 520-825-3097
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.
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 Lapidary Room on Tuesday afternoon and/ or Thursday morning to see what the cottonwood bark carvers are doing. We have plenty of bark and more than plenty of help and advice on how to get started on a bark whimsical John’s bark house house like the one John Johnston has nearly finished in this picture. If you 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, carve with us and join the conversation.
Clay Pres. Barb Peterson 612-710-9421 www.scovclayclub.com
This month brings us ever closer to the winter holidays. Thoughts of gifts and decorating are topmost in everyone’s mind. Don’t forget the Sun City Arts & Crafts Festival on November 13. Several Perfect pumpkins for fall decor. potters will be represented, and each will exhibit their own individual style. Unique and beautiful gifts will be available for everyone on your list. The Clay Club annual holiday party will be Saturday, December 11, 5-8 PM, Catalina Vista. Please sign up for this event in the Clay Studio. You will be asked to bring a dish to
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share. This is always a fun event and a festive way to celebrate the season. Not a Clay Club member, but you have always wanted to play in the clay? You can sign up for mandatory orientation in the Clay Studio. When a class can be arranged, you will be contacted.
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.
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.
Necklace by Joyce Simmons Joan Kelley photo
Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 520-907-3469 fjfaust1030@gmail.com Second Fri., 8:30 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers
The Modelers’ Club invites everyone to our next club meeting on Friday, November 12, 8:30 AM, Catalina Vista. We will feature an intriguing presentation by member Fred Black. Fred will describe how he bought, restored, and eventually lived in a real, full-sized railroad caboose... yes, a caboose, not a dining or sleeping car. All are welcome.
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 crocheting them into mats.
Sandy Mason makes a pillow for Seniors for Kids program Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Ceramic mug by Mary Murck. Joan Kelley photo
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Photo by Tom Prall The photo above takes us back down to scale model size with a local switch engine in the striking green and yellow colors of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad. It’s pulling a string of grain-filled covered hopper cars from the local storage elevator at the new town of Farmington on our model railroad. You can see the neighboring farm fields in the distance, a sight familiar to all who’ve travelled across middle America. Bob Underland built the elevator and Dave Scoles the adjacent warehouse.
Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 Tue., Wed. and Thu., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio
Bring your art supplies to the Art Studio 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.
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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 competition judging Wednesday, November 10. On November 11, we will have an in-person membership meeting. Finally this month, we will have a photo outing Monday, November 15, at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge. Contact Ed Caine for more information or a Zoom invitation.
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. SFK is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization
Our first fall business meeting was October 7. We look forward to a successful year of giving and sharing during the holiday season. We planned a year that will make up for the 2020 pandemic. Though Seniors for Kids makes a bunch of toys, they are not only a group of creators. Tom and Laura Held routinely make trips to the Tri-Community Food Bank with deliveries of food, hygiene items, household goods and donations of basic needs. We have given monetary donations to Tu Nidito to support their volunteer programs of grief counselling. We sponsor the Kuddles for Kids project (watch for more information to come) that unites all of SCOV in collecting stuffed animals for AVIVA, Three Points, Mammoth and other places where children need a warm hand to hold. Maybe you would like to join us at our next business meeting. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
“One of Nature’s Miracles” photo by John Moore 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 on Monday “Thunderbird” by Trace Getz 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. The Sculpture Club offers a beginning sculpture class on the basics of creating a sculpture with polymer clay. Students learn about working with the clay, creating an armature, brazing wire for the armature and applying the clay to complete a sculpture project. After the class is completed, learning continues as experienced club members offer support, guidance, ideas and instruction. Aleda Haug also teaches more advanced classes on sculpturing human bodies. Aleda shares relevant tutorial websites on sculpture techniques.
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Apron by Jan Bohe Joan Kelley photo 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
Sun City Vistoso Foundation will be soliciting donations soon from the residents of our community. A couple years ago, Casa Amigas received money from the foundation to continue our mission of serving children at risk. Without that support, Casa Amigas would not be able to continue making pajama sets, newborn sleep sacks, crib sheets, quilts, blankets, capri pant sets and more. We want to thank the Sun City Vistoso Foundation for their generous contribution to our sewing group. Everything we sew, serge, embroider, quilt, knit and crochet goes to several community organizations where the need is great and never ending. Please consider donating to the foundation knowing your money goes to great causes.
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Thanksgiving Hours
Thursday, November 25 AFC Pool open 5 AM-5 PM Pro Shop open 6 AM-2 PM Restaurant open 10 AM-4 PM Desert Oasis, Catalina Vista, Activity Center, Welcome Center and Library closed Friday, November 26 Desert Oasis open 7 AM-9 PM Catalina Vista open 7 AM-6 PM AFC open 5 AM-9 PM Welcome Center and Library closed Saturday, November 27 Welcome Center and Library closed Cheer Bears
Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Wed., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing
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 looking forward to joy with excitement. We are back to our normal schedule to put all our love in the little bears we create and children love. Please come join us so no one is alone. We have listening ears and lots of love to share with more than just the bears. Smiles to everyone. If, in your sorting and cleaning out, you find you have some polyester fiberfill, we need it to plump up the tummies of the bears. Donations are always accepted. 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.
Thanksgiving is around the corner, so at the November 16 Machine Embroidery meeting, we will have a short demo on how to create a Thanksgiving card using your embroidery machine. This demo might even inspire you to make more cards with your machine. If you are interested in learning how to use the six-needle embroidery machine in the Sewing Room, you might want to 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 Karen Frohlich. Pet Beds
Jan Bohe 520-825-9725 Tue., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing
Welcome back to you who have been gone during the summer months. I have a feel-good project for you. Why not join us Tuesday afternoons for cutting up fabric to make those cute beds for animals at the Humane Society? The time goes by faster when there are more of you working together. Some fabrics are wild, but I say the dogs won’t know the difference. If you have some larger pieces of fabric to make the actual pillow cases, please contact me.
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Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
This month Janet Pugh will be giving a class on “Dimensional Designs for Art Quilts,” which will be held on Thursday, November 18, 1 PM, Sewing Room. Janet will show the class project at the November 9 meeting when signups will be taken. Also at the November 9 meeting, there will be signups for the annual challenge luncheon Thursday, November 11, 11 AM, Catalina Vista. This is the event when we submit our Covid challenge quilts. Here is a photo of our Opportunity Quilt for this year. Tickets for a chance to win are available from any club member. All money raised will be given to Tri-Community Food Bank. The winning ticket will be drawn at our quilt show, February 27. Since we weren’t able to have a quilt show last year, we hope this will be a huge success. 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 club meets Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room. If you are interested in being part of our group, stop into the Sewing Room Tuesday mornings or contact Coni Arseneau or Carrie Wiley.
Locker hooking tool and stitch vs. traditional hooking This picture shows locker hooking on the left and traditional hooking on the right. Each form of hooking uses different tools and materials. However, they are similar in certain ways. Both tools have a crochet hook at the end; however, the locker hook tool includes an eye for the cord to be pulled through the loops. Both techniques use a backer material with holes for the loops to be pulled. Locker hooking uses latch or locker hooking canvas which has approximately ¼ inch holes whereas traditional hooking uses rug warp with much smaller holes. Both techniques use various materials for the loops such as roving, wools strips or yarn to just name a few.
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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
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13
Necklace by Trish Bergen. Joan Kelley photo
Show ‘n Share Leader Deb Wehrung 267-377-6760 debwehrung@gmail.com Every Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista
A new member of Show ‘n Share is Julie-Anne Anthony. You may recognize her as a very active member of the Clay Studio and the Art League, where she is treasurer of both clubs and handles correspondence and some of the website for Clay. At home, Julie-Anne weaves on several looms, knits, crochets and weaves tapestry. Somehow, she finds the time to join us Friday mornings and share her love of spinning. When we look up from our work, we find her smiling at us as she magically spins raw material into silken thread. Julie-Anne can also be found playing roadie for husband Patrick, drummer for Total Recall, a group you may have heard playing in SCOV gatherings. Stop in to watch Julie-Anne and the other members of our group. We would love to inspire you to join us.
Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Steve Adams 520-268-8216 adams.se938@gmail.com Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM, when monitor available. Monthly meetings the first Mon. of each month, 3:30 PM, Artisan Center/Silversmith Shop. New member trainings and member workshops will be posted. This month’s featured artist is Bill Reimbold. He made each of these unique bracelet cuffs during the Covid break. He used the silver overlay method, design stamping and shaped them on a trailer hitch ball. One has a rectangle of sugilite he cut and bezel set. He oxidized the silver to give each an antique look, then polished them to a semi-gloss finish to also provide a sense of antiquity. Nice! More unique pieces from regular club members can be found in our display windows in the Artisan Center courtyard. Members, look for emails about updates and changes now that the shop is open on a more regular basis. As always, we need your participation in shop operations.
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Beginning fused glass classes have been scheduled. If you are interested in taking a beginning class, come by the studio and sign up. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings you will find a monitor on duty or any time a member is working on a project. They can help you Backyard art by artist Jack Breslin sign up. Class dates are Fridays, November 19, December 10 and 17, 8-11 AM. The monitor on duty would be glad to give you a tour of the studio and sign you up for a class. Check out our window display outside the studio. It changes monthly.
Wood Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Sat., 9-Noon, Artisan Center/Lapidary
Come by the Artisan Center Lapidary Room on Saturday morning and meet some wood carvers and see what projects they each are working on. And maybe get started on a kachina like the one pictured 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 the conversation.
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Ceramic bird house by Jen Garvin. Joan Kelley photo
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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
Many members of our woodworkers club are just beginning to work with wood. Others have many years of shop experience. Today’s featured woodworker is one of the latter. Richard Esteb comes from the Bay Area. He moved into SCOV this past May and immediately became a Wood Shop monitor. He ran a cabinet shop business for two decades before becoming a licensed architect 20 years ago. Although he still loves working with wood, he has spent the past two decades designing residential remodels as Easthope Design, continuing to this day. A new member orientation is held at the Wood Shop the first Wednesday of each month at 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.
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 next meeting is Saturday, November 20, 1-3 PM, Catalina Vista. Please mark your calendar, as this is not our usual time or location. Future meeting dates and locations will be posted in the Tipster and on the website. Our guest speaker for the November meeting will be Dr. Jared Males of Department of Astronomy and Steward Observatory, UArizona. Dr. Males studies exoplanets (planets around stars other than our Sun), and develops techniques to characterize them with direct imaging from both the ground and with space telescopes. His topic will be “Imaging ExoPlanets and the Search for Life.” One of the club’s outreach programs is to provide a telescope to every fifth grade student at the Coronado K-8 School. This program is funded by our contributions; more on this subject at the meeting.
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Bible Studies Men’s Bible Study
Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:15 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball
We continue 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. 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
We have begun 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, through December 8, with the week of Thanksgiving off. If you are new to SCOV or just have questions, call Elaine Farmer.
Genealogy Pres. Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General meetings Oct.-May, Mon., 1 PM www.scvgs.org
Sun City Vistoso Genealogy Society will meet on Monday, November 15, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. Jody Brockhausen will present a program entitled “What’s New with FamilySearch.org: Preserving Pictures and Documents for Free.” Mark your calendar to join us for this informative program that everyone may use in their genealogical research. The Genealogy lab and library will be open on Saturday, November 6, 9 AM-Noon, for prospective members to check out the resources and talk to current members about starting or reviving your family research. The Genealogy library is open for member use based on the schedule published on the club calendar at www.scvgs.org. Check the calendar for days and hours that the library is available.
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 provides a twice-a-month opportunity for lively discussions of challenging ideas, using the anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation. We are wrapping up our readings in Great Conversations 2 and moving on to a new anthology: Her Own Accord: American Women on Identity, Culture and Community. This volume includes poetry, fiction and nonfiction by 20th century authors. For more information, contact Barbara or Maryfaith.
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
Two classes kicked off the ILR’s fall session, one starting in late September and the other in October. On November 4, “Exploring the Solar System” begins. If you are not receiving emails via Constant Contact and are an ILR member, please
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check your junk folder and also see if you might have inadvertently unsubscribed. Samplers for the month include: “Who Do You Trust with Your Money?” on November 4; “Plastic, Plastic Everywhere” on November 11, and “Habitation Along the Santa Cruz River and Important Roles Archaeologists Fulfill in AZ/SW.” In keeping with the club’s outreach, a request for a printer from the Thunderbird Resource Center at Painted Sky Elementary School in Oro Valley has been funded.
cember event which will be discussed at the November meeting. Our Tuesday, November 9, starts at 10:30 AM and will include a holiday salad bar luncheon. We always welcome new members.
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
In these contentious times, we want to speak to the issues and also speak with those with whom we may disagree. We’re still trying to find common ground in our democracy. In Arizona, our SCOV Democratic Club members Richard Kopp and citizens have the David Smith fortunate opportunity to communicate with our legislators through their system called “Request to Speak.” At our November meeting, Civic Engagement Beyond Voting will provide us with an orientation and instructions to utilize this system to speak to the issues during the Legislature’s next session in 2022. We hope many of you will want to get ready. Also this month, we will send a questionnaire to our club members to learn how we can all make our Zoom meetings even better. Except for our in-person social gathering in January next year, we will continue to meet on Zoom.
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.
Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-331-1092 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, WC1
Fine-tuning a poem often involves the excision of unnecessary words or the reduction of the poem to its essential essence but, long or short, words are carefully selected. Club member Harvey Gardner has a special talent for long, biographical, mostly humorous story poems, but the following exhibit his additional mastery of brevity: “Butterfly I see you Monarch lick your power / from the sweet mouth of a flower / staggering around the sky, like a drunk the way you fly, / rushing in a zig-zag way, never see the need to stay, / living out your carefree life without a job, a home, a wife. Prayer Make of my tongue a cello bow and of each tooth a string and may my lips an oboe be and breath a violin. As music then my speech will flow, of poetry I’ll sing.” Newcomers are always welcome to join us, either Zooming or in person.
SCOV Technology Club Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 paulgsherwood@gmail.com Technology Club help desk 520-329-7661, email scovtech@gmail.com www.scovcomputer.com
Cultural & Social SCOV Charity Works 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
SCOV Charity Works (formerly, SCOV Women’s Auxiliary) benefits Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse and IMPACT of Southern Arizona Food Bank. Collection of donations for both organizations will be at monthly meetings. The Emerge! website is www.emergecenter.org which gives information on how and what to donate for in-kind donations as well as monetary donations. Please note the change of our name. We feel that it reflects what our organization does. We will participate in the Emerge! Holiday House, a De-
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Democratic Club Richard Kopp 520-342-6633 richardkopp@mac.com Next meeting, Sat., Nov. 13, 1 PM, Zoom
Dining - Prepare & Share Pres. Debbie Kotlarek 262-899-5810 dlkotlarek@gmail.com VP Charlene Meyers www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com
Our 2021-2022 season kick-off dinner will be held on Friday, November 5. The club holds monthly themed dinners in members’ homes (usually 6-8 people per home) from December through March. Members each prepare a portion of the meal and bring it to the hosting house. New members are always welcome. See our website or contact Debbie Kotlarek for more details.
Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Membership Chairs: Peggy Perkins 650-279-0347 peggyandpups@comcast.net or Carol Tombre 208-961-1133 mctombre@yahoo.com Next meeting Thu., Nov. 18, 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro www.scovff.weebly.com
Meetings are back. We will have our first in-person meeting in a long time on Thursday, November 18. Due to the Activity Center remodel, we will meet at Desert Oasis. At our first meeting this year we will introduce the new board members, discuss the progress and plans for the K-9 Korral Dog Park, discuss new fundraising opportunities and meet our new members. If time permits, we will have a presentation speaker.
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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 general meeting is Saturday, November 13, 2 PM, Catalina Vista. Our speaker is Tempe Johnson, chair of the Neighborhood Pride Committee. Her program is “Let’s See What They See.” If you are a newcomer or just a curious resiExample of a nicely-trimmed bougainvillea dent, come to learn what the Neighborhood Pride Committee members look for as they tour and what you as owners can do to contribute to the overall worth of our community. Our neighborhood homes range from 2233 years of age and continue to increase in value, partly because of the outstanding work accomplished by this committee. November is our food drive month. Please bring a nonperishable food item to the general meeting. Our field trip takes us to Green Things Nursery to learn about poinsettias and indoor plants. The date is TBD dependent upon the poinsettia bloom. We’ll meet 9 AM in the parking lot next to the tennis courts. Sign up at the general meeting.
Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 928-210-4735 www.havurahscov.org
Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hanukkah. Hanukkah begins the evening of Sunday, November 28, and will last for eight days. Havurah will hold a Hanukkah party on Monday, November 29, 4-6 PM, Catalina Vista. Check our website for ticket details. Tuesday, November 9, 3:30 PM marks our second book club meeting of the season. We will be discussing Wandering Dixie: Dispatches from the Lost Jewish South by Sue Eisenfeld, on Zoom. The Israeli film Ushpizin will be shown Monday, November 15, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista. We are so excited to once again welcome the community to our events. Please join us.
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 in-
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sights 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 November meeting will be on Monday, November 15, 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball Room. The main speaker will be Walt Blackman, candidate for Congressional District 1. We had a good attendance for the October meeting and hope to increase the number. There is a need for someone to fill the secretary position. This is the notice to the club that there will be an election for club president at the November meeting, open to nominations from the floor. Everyone is encouraged to attend. There are no dues for 2021. 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
Is the Scandinavian dinner on your 2022 calendar? It’s already time to start thinking about events taking place in a couple months. The Scandinavian dinner will take place earlier than usual in 2022 due to the change in venues. Be aware that Sunday afternoon, January 30, 1-4 PM, is when we’ll gather to celebrate our Scandinavian heritage. We’ll have our usual smorgasbord potluck. Ticket sales and sign ups will take place in early January at a location to be determined. Look for more information in the December Tipster. Ja, you betcha, we’re gonna have a great time.
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 We are having a lot of fun at our happy hour gatherings, and now we are venturing outside the community for some other experiences. Thank you to the SCOV Board of Directors for approvActive Solos Club having fun at The Views Restaurant ing us as an official Sun City club. Our member list is growing, and if you are an active, non-partnered single, you are welcome to come have fun with us and make new friends. Contact Leslie or Jane; we are waiting to hear from you.
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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, November 11, Catalina International Caterers will provide dinner for us at Desert Oasis. We will be served breast of turkey, fresh cranberry and orange relish, herbed seasoned stuffing, smoked gouda baby red mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, fresh-baked soft French rolls and pumpkin pie. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour is 5:30 PM, followed by dinner at 6 PM. Entertainment will be provided by Wendy Sweet. On Friday, November 26, 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 The McCann Sisters. First time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities. For further information, please contact Eleanor Mishur 520818-3374 or Ruth Hochstein 520-825-0070.
More info on ticketing, etc., will be forthcoming. Do come help us with this production in any capacity; backstage, sound, costuming, lights, singing and/or acting. We do have a lot of fun during the hard work of putting on a show. See “This Week In SCOV” for information on our newly-elected board and members at large.
Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com First Mon., 1 PM, Catalina Vista www.vbscov.weebly.com
Ticket sales, Fri., Nov. 1, 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis Dinner tickets, $20 pp; happy hour tickets, $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, November 22, meeting will feature Michael Brescia (not the bank robber) speaking about pre-Columbian codices. This Michael is the curator of ethnohistory in the Arizona State Museum and teaches at UArizona. We have enjoyed his talks before. Dues are $10 pp. Bring your own drinks and munchies. Yes, in Catalina Vista. Wear masks if you feel more comfortable and do wear your name tags.
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. Mark your calendars for April 8 when we will be holding our annual pizza party, 5-7 PM, Desert Oasis. Wisconsin Club
Veteran meet and greet at The Views
The next club meeting is Monday, November 1, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. The commander of the Army Helicopter Training Center at Pinal Airpark will speak. Join us for a meet and greet, Friday November 5,
3:30 PM, at The Views Restaurant. Donate gently used men’s and women’s clothing, personal hygiene items, shoes, belts, gloves, hats, etc., for donation to homeless Tucson veterans. Collection ends Thursday, November 11. Deliver to 2145 E. Bighorn Mountain Dr. and leave items by the front door. Guest speakers cover a range of topics to inform club members of Veteran organizations, VA compensation and entitlements, relevant issues by email and during monthly meetings. Our current membership is over 230 Veterans. Please come to a meeting or contact Mike LaBarbera any time. Purchase your Legacy Brick and support SCOV, your favorite SCOV club and local veterans. Order form deadline is Monday, November 15. Over 180 bricks have been sold supporting over 40 SCOV clubs. Email Mike LaBarbera at mclabarb@aol.com for a Legacy Brick 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.
Anne Rusch 920-202-0008 annerusch@yahoo.com
Mark your calendars for the Wisconsin Club’s annual party on Sunday, April 3, Catalina Vista. Please note that this will be an afternoon event with exact times TBD. Our first planning meeting is Thursday, November 11, 2 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro Room. We are looking for new committee members who have fun ideas to contribute. Contact Anne or join us at the planning meeting.
Sun City Variety Theatre Membership contact: Christie Faust 231-347-7502 Sep.-Apr., Third Thu., 10 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
The “Tribute to Pioneers of SCOV Theatre” will be held Sunday, November 7, 2 PM, Catalina Vista. A fine and festive afternoon is planned. Our March 22 production of Big Guns in a radio show format will be at Gaslight Music Hall.
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Dance
Ballroom - SC Starlight Beth Allen 248-763-6266 scovstarlightdance@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance
The fall season kicked off with our annual membership meeting and Sweetheart Dance at Catalina Vista. Dance lessons are continuing on Wednesdays at the AFC Studios. Be sure to visit our website for the latest schedule of new classes along with open dance times (typically 6-7:30 PM) on Wednesdays following lessons in the AFC. November is membership renewal time, so if you haven’t yet renewed and completed your membership form, don’t miss out. New members are always welcome. Dues remain only $10/cpl residents and $20/cpl nonresidents. Membership allows you first access to upcoming dance tickets, along with reduced ticket price. It may be paid at the beginning of dance lessons and open dance, or by arrangement with a board member. Keep your eyes open for the announcement of our New Year’s Eve gala dance. We are planning a live dance band to welcome 2022. Tickets will be limited due to our smaller venue.
Folk Dance Pres. Siva Raven 505-469-7505 sivaraven@gmail.com Fri., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 www.scovFD.club
super gals and have some fun. On Tuesdays, 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.
November 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., Nov. 6 11:30 AM AFC 1 & 2 Our November Fun Friday will be held on November 5, 6:30-8:30 PM, AFC 1 & 2. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, November 3, 2:30 PM, for our 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, January 8, 11:30 AM, in AFC 1 & 2. Not sure you want to participate? Then here is a great opportunity for you: Take advantage of a free preview lesson before signing up for the 8-week series by stopping by the AFC studios at 11:30 AM on Saturday, November 6, or Saturday, December 4. Class enrollment/membership forms will be available at the Saturday previews, as well as on the Sunliners website. Do you have questions? Call Karen Reich.
Ragu Pati, a fascinating folk dance from India. Join us and travel the world in dance
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 everyone 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
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
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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
Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Renee Steinmetz scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Chair Jon Russell scovrandrclub@gmail.com
Congratulations to our October Monster Mash dance costume contest winners. A good time was had by all. We do not hold a dance in November. Members, remember to check our club website www.scovrrc.org where you’ll see our dance schedule and reservation information under the Members tab. If you are a nonmember, you can find information on our upcoming dances under the Dances tab. Wishing all a Happy Thanksgiving.
Western - Kactus Kickers Co-Pres. Bob and Sue Newman bobnsigrid@icloud.com 989-859-8408 cell/text Membership Marci Gutierrez marci.gutierrez57@gmail.com Information KKscov@gmail.com Dancing at Catalina Vista in 2021-2022
Welcome back everyone. We are ready to dance. We have already had refresher classes for three weeks in October/November and a no-frills dance at Catalina Vista on October 29. We are planning a dance for November at the Hilton El Conquistador Resort on Thursday, November 18 . We have also finalized plans for a dance on Thursday, December 9, at Westward Look Resort. Look for updates from and send any questions to: KKSCOV@gmail.com. We will be dancing together soon.
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Exercise Aqua Tone Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 irmel5596@gmail.com Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 Tue., Thu., Sat., 9 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
Now that the temperatures are cooling, we will not be meeting as often. But, if it is 77 degrees or just sunny and warm, come to the pool for the regular workout. Since exercise is crucial for people with arthritis, it is important to keep moving. There are many options here at SCOV, so don’t be a couch potato.
Energetic Exercise Donna Clark 970-946-1048 Mon. and Wed. 8-9 AM, AFC Studio Fri., Nov. 5, and 19, 7:45-8:45 AM, Catalina Vista
Let’s give thanks for all the opportunities we enjoy here in SCOV to stay fit and enjoy life. Come to our classes for a vigorous and beneficial aerobic and strength workout. Professional instructor Sally Martinez provides a variety of sessions to keep your muscles strong, joints well supported, body flexible and balance secure. Sally encourages us each to work out at our own pace: “Listen to your body!” 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 EE calendar and SignUpGenius both provide information on the locations and times for each class. New members are warmly welcomed – men and women – as long as there is room. We are currently limited to 34 participants in these locations. 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 partici-
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pate 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
The SCOV Pilates Club offers group mat classes at the AFC on Mondays, 3-4 PM, and Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 PM. Each class participant is striving to increase their core strength. Core muscles are deep abdominal and back muscles that help you stabilize your pelvis and spine. The Pilates exercises are simple and each class begins with warm-up exercises, stretching and deep breathing. The instructors oversee us at all times. They modify the most strenuous exercises for anyone with limitations. These classes result in benefits that can’t be beat: better balance (fewer falls), more flexibility (joints move again), increased muscle tone (you’re stronger) and more energy and well-being. The cost is $8 cash per class and 2022 annual club dues in January will be $20 pp. Call Mary with any questions.
Tai Chi Co-chairs Alice Hutchison 520-329-8090 ahutchison87@gmail.com Cynthia Chaffee 520-342-6437 cynthiachaffee@mac.com Thu., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 1
A 10-week tai chi class for all students began October 7 and continues through December 9. A new 10-week class will begin on January 6, at the same time and place, 1011:30 AM, AFC/Studio. These classes are led by tai chi masters Jose Hernandez Rivera and Donna Drazenovich. 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
Join us for in-person yoga classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in November. Tuesdays: 10:45 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2 with Torrey Thursdays: 9 AM, Desert Oasis with Torrey Thursdays: Chair yoga, 10:45 AM, Desert Oasis, with Torrey Fridays: 8:15 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2 with 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. Namaste.
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.
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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 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. Partners Tuesday Night Bridge
Pres. Larry Parks, VP Janelle Parks, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Our cards can be terrible but we always have fun. Come join us with a partner and $1 in your pockets for 24 hands of bridge. High-scorers for the evening get compensated with money, the rest of us with humor, and all of us with camaraderie. Arrive at 5:45 PM to secure your table placement. Practice Bridge
Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Barbara Fransdal 520-310-7549 Mon. and Wed., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Euchre Christopher Auclair 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.
Summer euchre players
Five Crowns Pat Hansen Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com
We have a nice but small group playing on Saturdays. We would love to see more of our members return to our Saturday game. Same time, same place. We’re still having a good 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
We play for fun; relearn old skills, and develop new ones. Sometimes we even keep score. We learn from each other.
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.
Bunco Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
The Bunco Club has started up again. Please join us. There is a $2 entrance fee which is divided among 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 Sun City Chess Club’s first annual club tournament is underway on Monday afternoons in Catalina Vista. All chess fans feel free to come by at 4:30 PM and watch the action. The club just completed a three-week class for beginning players, some of whom are playing in the beginner’s tournament. Game notation is optional for advanced players and for this tournament only, no game clocks will be used.
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.
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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. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Earrings by Robin Kahn
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Poker
Music
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.
Scrabble Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis
Doctors have long used word games to exercise the minds of stroke or traumatic injury patients to regain brain function and aid in recovery. There are different word games which are employed to help patients recover. Scrabble is one of the games chosen as a tool for brain injury recovery; patients using word games have acknowledged noticing faster recovery in thinking and other cognitive abilities. Aging and chronic health issues such as high blood pressure and diabetes decrease seniors’ cognitive abilities. Word games can be enjoyable and friendly. The Scrabble Club welcomes any and all who just want to have an afternoon of conversation and challenges with a popular word game. “Imagination is the highest kite one can fly.” –Lauren Bacall
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.
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. Music is provided. It’s a great way to start each week. SCOV visitors are 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.
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. We will be meeting at Moyer’s 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 Sun City Singers is practicing weekly for our annual holiday concert. Come join us. We rehearse on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM at Catalina Vista. Our concert this year will be held at the Vistoso Community Church located on Sun City Blvd. Dates are still to be determined. Look for info in the next Tipster.
Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Ceramic pot by Lorraine Buck. Joan Kelley photo
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Ceramic vase by Mary Murck. Joan Kelley photo
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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 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. Miles, smiles and tailwinds.
Billiards Pres. Michael Rittmann 720-427-7235 mrittmann@yahoo.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards
As we enter the fall/winter season, we look forward to seeing more of our current, as well as former members and new members. We are planning a series of activities and events to help us get back to our pre-Covid spirit, so stay tuned for further details. These will include billiards training clinics with a professional player, billiards trick shot demonstrations, weekly round-robin tournaments, our club championship and our annual friendly tournament with the SaddleBrooke club. Look for upcoming emails as well as announcements and sign up sheets on the club bulletin board. See you soon. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Fused glass platter by Trish Bergen. Joan Kelley photo
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Birders Group Peggy Smith 520-344-0991 pdsaz@aol.com www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup Next meeting Fri., Nov. 26, Catalina Vista/Art Studio, 4 PM
The greater roadrunner, a member of the cuckoo family, is sometimes called the “All American Bird” because of the red, white and blue plumage in back of the eye. It eats mostly lizards and snakes but will snag a bird if it gets a chance, including hummingSteve Holmes photo birds. With eyes on top of their head, the hummers may fail to see the danger below. Oh, and roadrunners don’t go beep, beep. 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 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. • Thursday, November 4, Canoa Ranch, Max Haegele, 43avocet@gmail.com • Tuesday, November 9, 7:30 AM, Sweetwater Wetlands, Mike Robertson, sawdust@springnet1.com • Thursday, November 18, San Pedro House, Mike Welch, manddwelch@comcast.net • Thursday, December 2, Gilbert Water Ranch, Nancy Bern, lanbern@hotmail.com
Bocce Pam Speck speckyp@gmail.com www.scovbocce.weebly.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 1-3 PM and 3-5 PM, Bocce Courts Now that temperatures are cooling off, Bocce Club sessions move to the afternoon. Newcomers are welcome and may play once without joining the club. Annual dues are $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.
Gun Club Bill Snead 425-246-8100 wgsnead@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice 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
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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. Visit our website to learn more about our club and our November 2 fall picnic with mileage awards.
Jim is notorious for letting his opponent know when the ball is out. Actually, everyone on all five courts will know when Jim has called a ball out. Not only is Jim a great pickleball player, but a good neighbor who keeps his eyes open for anything amiss, which is very helpful. You are an inspiration, Jim, to everyone you play with. Happy birthday. Remember you are never too young to play pickleball.
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. 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
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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 One seldom has the opportunity to celebrate someone’s 80th birthday on the pickleball court. But we did just that when we wished Jim Fleischer a very happy birthday with cakes, balloons and singing. Jim has been Jim Fleischer’s birthday party playing pickle ball since 2015, after moving to SCOV in 2013 with his wife. Not only does he play pickleball three times a week, but he also plays tennis three times a week, and has been for 65 years.
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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 Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
Ceramic plate by Joan Kelley. Joan Kelley photos
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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., 8-10 AM, Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918 Mixed tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 10 AM-Noon, Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918 Ladies’ tennis, Mon., Wed., Fri.,8 AM-Noon, Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 Beverly Johnston 970-744-0697 Mixed doubles, Sun., 1-3 PM, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474
Record number of club members enjoying tennis social last April
With the return of many seasonal residents, Tennis Club members are enjoying reconnecting with friends. One such opportunity, if possible while the pandemic continues, is the club’s annual general meeting and social,
scheduled for Saturday, November 6. Our club is excited to announce that the annual Mariachi concert performed by students from Pueblo High School, which was cancelled in 2021, will be held again Sunday, January 16, 2 PM. Since the Auditorium is being remodeled, the concert will be held at the Vistoso Community Church. Stay tuned for more details. All SCOV residents are welcome to use our wonderful tennis courts. If you have any questions or would like to join our club, send an email to Ron Martin.
Wallyball Pres. Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com VP Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Treas./Sec. Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird6224@gmail.com Competitive Tue., Recreational Fri., setup 12:45 PM, play 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Ct. www.wallyball.us
A big welcome back to our winter players. Wallyball is a fun game for both men and women to play. It’s a great calorie burning sport and it helps build and tone muscles. It’s good for your balance, too. We play on Tuesdays and Go for it! Fridays, 12:453 PM. So think about joining us on the court, hopefully in the near future. Please check our website or give one of our officers a call. Be safe and play safe.
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Water Volleyball Pres. Barb Satterly 520-825-8965 craftylady838@aol.com Co-VP Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 kennesk@comcast.net Co-VP Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com Treas. John Lesko azjl1946@gmail.com Casual play Sun., Thu., 1-3 PM; Advanced play Mon., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis
Ideal temperatures have returned along with our seasonal members, time for them to get the kinks out by getting back to our fun-filled games. Our club motto is: “Go For It and Never Let the Ball Hit the Water.” If you are new to the game you can play twice beRich, showing how you should never let the ball fore deciding if hit the water this sport is right for you. Our yearly dues are only $5, such a small amount for lots of laughs and the chance to improve your agility and coordination. It’s important to keep your eye on the ball at all times as you never know when it’s coming your way. Our annual meeting and holiday event will be Sunday, December 10. More information will be sent to members next month. Save the date.
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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. Sign up at the meeting for all events and trips. Wed., Nov. 17 – Franklin Car Museum and AZ State Museum. Lunch at the original Guadalajara restaurant. Bus leaves 9AM. $60 pp. Monitor: Carol Guibert 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 sgl). Sign wait list at meeting. Monitor: Edie Phillips Sun., Dec. 19 – Christmas dinner following our meeting at Catalina Vista. Catered by Catalina Caterers, BYOB. Entertainment by Chuck Moses. Meeting at 1 PM (come at 12:30 PM), dinner at 1:30 PM, entertainment at 2 PM. $25 pp. Monitor: Lynn Krivitz Wed., Jan. 19 – Fri., Jan. 21 – Laughlin. Details at the meeting. Fri., Feb. 25 – Rodeo. Bus leaves 10:30 AM. $100 pp covers bus, tip for driver, ticket that covers lunch and 3 drinks at the bar. Monitor: Jeanne Jovag.
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Always bring your checkbooks to meetings. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
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 scheduled meeting will be at Catalina Vista, Monday, November 8, 9 AM. Future dates and locations are listed on the website. In addition to the regular club business agenda, there will be a short tire safety presentation with Rick Furrier as a guest speaker. His company, Jack Furrier Tire and Auto Care, is a website sponsor. Please visit the website and sign-up for those trips you are interested in joining. When on the Informal trip to California Wine Country, great website, note that we sculptures and the wine was pretty good, too will be having our Chili Fest on Sunday, November 14, Noon, Catalina Vista. Sign up to attend and select your contribution to the meal. While you are saving dates on your calendar, you might want to list our annual holiday party scheduled for Sunday, December 19, Noon. More information on this event in the future.
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.
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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
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.; in sharing you lighten the burden for yourself and for others, and allow for healing.
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.
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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
Thanks to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit for Qualifying Organizations, you can provide Youth On Their Own (YOTO) students an opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency, stability, and success at no cost to you. Take $400 in tax credit individually, or $800 jointly on Arizona state income taxes while helping homeless students stay in school. The AZ Charitable Tax Credit is a dollar-for-dollar charitable contribution you can give to 501(c)(3) organizations. To qualify for the 2021 tax credit, make a gift before April 15, 2022, then complete state form 321 and include with your state tax return. No need to itemize. YOTO’s QCO Code is 20365.
Extended Community Al-Anon Al-Anon helps friends and families of problem drinkers. www.so-az-alanon.org 520-323-2229.
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/.
Volunteer Opportunity Literacy Connects Literacy Connects is the premier literacy hub in the greater Tucson area, serving over 46,000 children and adults annually. They are looking for new volunteers in order to expand their services. Many of their volunteers are from the 55+ demographic and are huge assets to the organization. Literacy Connects is currently recruiting for volunteers for the Reading Seed, English Language Acquisition for Adults, and Adult Basic Literacy programs. Volunteers work directly with learners to help them meet their goals. Come join a team of dynamic and caring individuals dedicated to opening doors through literacy. No experience is necessary, Literacy Connects provides all the training you need, plus continuing education. And there are online and in-person opportunities. Interested? Visit https://literacyconnects.org/get-involved/ attend-an-info-session/ to learn more or call Robyn Carter 520-882-8006, ext 206. Don’t miss the Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, November 13, Artisan Center Courtyard
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. Catalina State Park Enjoy Music in the Mountains at Catalina State Park on the first Saturday of the month. • Saturday, November 6, 4 PM: Way Out West, western classics, accompanied with banjo. • Saturday, December 4, 3 PM: Dan Levinson & The Cat Mountain Rounders, folk music. All-day admission to the park is $7 per vehicle and the concert is included with park admission.
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Ceramic totem by Jen Garvin, necklace by Maxine Yunker. Joan Kelley photos
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The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by SCOV Community Association, Inc. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.
BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; BBQ=Barbecue; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; FR=Family Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; FP=Fireplace; S/S=Stainless Steel; WiFi=Wireless Internet Service. 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: Two retired Wisconsin attorneys seeking a 2 BR/2 BA house to rent from mid-Jan. to late Mar. 2022 (dates are flexible). We spent two months in SiOV last winter and really enjoyed it. We have one very well-behaved dog who does not go on any furniture. Twister, a seasoned traveler, accompanied us last winter as he does on many trips. We are willing to post a security deposit if requested. We can be reached by phone, text or email. Ed Corcoran 608-235-1360; edwcorcoran@ earthlink.net. Janine Smiley 608-279-4807; jmsley520@gmail.com. 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 Nov. 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: 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: Beautiful spacious 1,715 sq. ft., 2 BR/2 BA home in SCOV, $2,500/ mo. Located at the end of cul-de-sac, quiet, peaceful neighborhood with spectacular views of the Catalina mountains. Gorgeous back patio with garden and privacy backs up to open space, where you can view majestic sunsets. Outdoor grill and patio furniture. Double-size Murphy bed. NS, dogs OK. Unfurnished; furniture rental available. 6-mo. lease, $2,350/mo.; 12-mo. lease, $2,100/mo. Contact Sandi Schultz 520-299-2100 or schedule a showing at www.tucsonfoothills.com/tucson-homes-forrent#ad/1226799. Questions, contact Derek Taylor at 303-727-0912. FOR RENT: New rental in SCOV. Sonoran model with 2 BR/2 BA, open kitchen, new flooring and covered patio. Fully furnished and available for three months, Dec. 2021-Feb. 2022. Nice views of the Catalinas from the back patio. For more info, call Roberta at 612-419-8013. 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. WAXING AND FACIAL SERVICES: Lip, brow, full face waxing and brow/lash tinting available. Anti-aging facials are my specialty. Mention Tipster ad and receive 20% off service. For prices and availability call or text Dodie Fox 520 975-8775. 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.
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Glass butterfly pendants by Julie Holtry. Joan Kelley photo
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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.
Steve Holmes observed a little hummingbird’s bath ritual at the fountain outside the AFC
Awakened by the thunder, Jack Welch grabbed his camera and watched the last monsoon of the season roll through on September 30
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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.
Moonrise from Sun City. Photo by Gus Romano
Steve Holmes photographed this red bird of paradise with Catalina Mountain backdrop
Egret photographed by Sheryl Hester
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HERE, SAFETY GOES BEYOND CLEANLINESS. At Fairwinds – Desert Point, our safety protocols exceed the CDC’s guidelines. But to us, safety means much more. It means focusing on our residents’ mental and physical health too. And ensuring an active lifestyle in a comfortable, high quality, welcoming environment. Because behind our commitment to safety, there’s nearly 50 years of experience providing peace of mind, and exceptional senior living. Find your peace of mind. Call now. 10701 N. La Reserve Dr. • Oro Valley, AZ (520) 314-5141 • FairwindsDesertPoint.com
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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 Valley Acupuncture, is using like opening doors and using the time tested science of the 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 link in senior healthcare is now ago Dawn read an article about easily accessible to the Kari Hahn and the work she was residents of Oro Valley.
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