Sun City Oro Valley Tipster August 2019

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

Photo by Larry Walker

Tipster August 2019

The Tipster is published monthly

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

Board of Directors

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

John Wilson, wilsonjend1961@gmail.com.........................................................President Lou Gard, lougard789@gmail.com............................................................Vice President Joy Huxtable, jhuxtablescov@gmail.com..........................................................Secretary Tim Kelley, tkelleyscov@gmail.com...................................................................Treasurer Christine Ludwig, cludwigscov@gmail.com........................................................ Director Jim Mitchell, jmitchscov@gmail.com................................................................. Director Howard Schulz, howardschulzscov@gmail.com.................................................. Director Management Team (area code 520) Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com.......................... General Manager, 917-8080 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ......Assistant General Manager, 917-8070 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com......Com. Area Maint. Supt., 917-8059 Aalt Brouwer, abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com....... Food & Beverage Director, 917-8074 Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.......Golf Course Superintendent, 917-8063 Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com................................Director of Golf, 917-8086 Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com.....................Facilities Supt., 917-8078 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com................Program Director, 917-8077 Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Controller, 917-8060 Support Team Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com........................ Administrative Coordinator, 917-8082 Kate Cusumano, kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com......................................... Librarian, 917-8083 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com.........................................Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Marsha Dean, mdean@suncityorovalley.com..................... Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com.....................................Human Resources, 917-8061 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com....................................Accounting Assistant, 917-8062 Karen Loffredo, kloffredo@suncityorovalley.com..........Community Services Coordinator, 917-8087 Katy Mosier, kmosier@suncityorovalley.com.................Community Services Coordinator, 917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com............................. Administrative Coordinator, 917-8065 Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com...................................Restaurant Manager, 825-3277 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com.... Marketing & Technology Coordinator, 917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center................................................................................................... 917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center.....................................................................................917-8067 Tipster Editorial Committee Vicki Ettleman...................................Chair Carolene Mitchell.........................Secretary Brad Curtis....................................Member Arlene Douglas..............................Member Wanda Johnson.............................Member Karen Koopmans............................Member Drew Ludwig.................................Member Judy Martin...................................Member

Mike McMinds................................Member Barbara McNeill............................Member Paul Mercer...................................Member John Njaa......................................Member Ann Owen......................................Member Lou Phillippi..................................Member Laura Pigott..................................Member Suzanne Stiles...............................Member

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

Sun City Oro Valley Tipster,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat. .................................................................................................9 AM-8 PM Sun. ................................................................................................9 AM-5 PM Pool .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................7 AM-8:30 PM Sat..............................................................................................9 AM-7:30 PM Sun.............................................................................................9 AM-5:30 PM Children’s Hours: ............................................ Daily Noon-4 PM Except see below .Except Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................ Noon-1 PM and 3-4 PM Water volleyball on Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................1 PM-3 PM

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

Mon.-Fri.......................................................................................9 AM-4:00 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-12:30 PM Golf Course Walking.................... Before 6:30 AM and After 6:30 PM

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

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

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

Daily................................................................................................. 6 AM-5 PM Driving Range hours .......................... 6 AM-1 hour before dusk, Wed., 6 AM-3 PM

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

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

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

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

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Go to the website: scovaz.com Login >Member Services >This n That >Photo Release. Fill out the form and submit photos (two per form). Submit as many as you like.

Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 August 2019, PageRoom 2 3..............................................................WC3 Welcome Center Conference

Association News

From The Board of Directors Our mission as the SCOV Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community.

All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online and in the SCOV Library. Board meetings are open to residents.

Board of Directors wilsonjend1961@gmail.com

Can I Trust the Board?

by John Wilson About a year ago, the Board was considering a difficult and controversial issue. I received an email from a resident about the matter, which included the statement: “I don’t trust the Board to do the right thing.” That sentence has stuck with me ever since. For me, it raises concerns much deeper than the particular issue that was under consideration. For starters, what is the “right thing”?

Input from residents on any issue is always a welcome and valued factor in reaching any decision. Clearly the author of that sentence meant that the “right thing” was the outcome that he favored. But the corollary is that if the Board decided otherwise, that would be the “wrong thing.”

As we all know from experience, things are not always black and white, and if after thoughtful consideration, the Board decided on the “wrong thing” (in the view of this resident), were they really wrong? But I was troubled even more by the fact that the resident did not “trust” the Board. To me, trust is pretty basic. I knew my fellow Board members, and I knew first hand how they were trying to work their way through the myriad of things to be considered as they formulated a decision on the issue.

Each Director volunteers a considerable amount of time to studying issues affecting our community, and then renders a decision that he or she believes to be in the best interests of that community. There is no question of personal benefit, nothing to be gained by any Director for making a decision on any basis other than the perceived benefit to our community.

Some may disagree with the decision, but I hope they will at least make the effort to understand the reasoning behind that decision. They might be surprised to find themselves less certain of what the “right thing” really was. I am sure that any Director would welcome the opportunity to explain the basis for their vote. Trust is indeed basic to positive human relationships, including governance of our community, and the requisites for that trust include open communication and a willingness to consider the opinion of others.

What’s Inside

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 6 Golf.................................................. 9 Coming Events.............................. 10 Workshops and Classes................. 11 Photo Scrapbook..................... 12, 29 For Your Information..................... 13

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

How Are We Doing Here at SCOV? In looking at how our community is doing, it is good to look at the big picture and compare ourselves not only locally but nationally as well.

Here are some interesting facts I thought may interest you.

The latest National and State Statistical Review shows there were 342,000 HOA communities in the USA with 26.3 million homes/units and over 69 million residents in 2016.

The value of those homes is estimated at $5.545 trillion and annual assessments are over $88 billion with $25 billion being put into reserve for future repairs. The study shows approximately 9,000 associations like ours here at SCOV are considered to be large scale, that is, they have a minimum of 1,000 lots and/or homes, 1,000 acres and/or a minimum annual budget of $2 million. They must meet two of the three criteria.

The study estimated 21.3% of Americans lived in common-interest communities. In Arizona it is estimated there are over 9,500 HOA’s with 1,917,000 residents.

According to Community Associations Institute, studies show the average large scale association (LSA) has seven board members and their boards meet 13 times per year.

How does SCOV compare? Our Board has seven board members and met 13 times in regular and study sessions.

The average number of standing committees for LSAs is nearly nine and the average number of ad hoc committees is 2.9. Here at SCOV we have at total of 23 committees with four of them being standing committees.

According to the report, all LSAs use policy governance or modified policy governance as the form of governance with 43.8% using the modified version. We use the modified version here at SCOV. Ninety-three percent of LSAs report they have a favorable relationship with local government and public officials. Here at SCOV we have a very favorable relationship with the new Oro Valley mayor, vice mayor, town manager and her assistant. I generally meet/consult with at least a couple of these individuals monthly and a town council member reports at our Board meetings monthly from October to April.

By the looks of things, we are doing pretty darn good.

Congratulations SCOV, on being such a great community.

Coffee and Conversation

Thank You Corner......................... 13 Memoriam..................................... 13 Clubs............................................. 13 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 13 Continuing Education................. 16 Cultural & Social......................... 18 Dance......................................... 19 Exercise...................................... 22

with the General Manager and a Board Member

An informal exchange of information.

Thursday, August 15, 11 AM-Noon Activity Center/Navajo Games........................................ 23 Music.......................................... 25 Sports......................................... 25 Travel.......................................... 27 Town of Oro Valley....................... 28 Partnered Organizations............... 28 Extended Community................... 29 Volunteer Opportunities............... 29 Classifieds...................................... 30

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

How Many Chefs and Cooks Does It Take To Make the Broth?

by Paul Mercer

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menus, such as New Year’s Eve, Halhe Views Restaurant is the goloween, or most recently, the July Fourth to place in SCOV for breakfast, Holiday BBQ held outside near the Terlunch and dinner (7 AM-8 PM, race. Wine “Try and Buys” are also regudaily). The kitchen remodeling is comlarly featured events. Three mixology plete. Want to have coffee after a workclasses are to be featured this summer. out with friends? It is ready for you. How All dates are published in the Tipster calabout a cold beer after the first nine? With endar insert and posted on the bulletin or without a snack? Later, meet up with boards and website. friends for drinks and appetizers at the Food and Beverage Director Aalt BrouHappy Hour, 3-6 PM, with reduced prices Above: Aalt Brouwer (left) and Chef Paul Blackwell lead The Views Restaurant staff in production of wer is responsible for The Views Restauon many items. rant, including the ambience of the place, Like the rest of the amenities in SCOV, quality food and beverages. Paul Mercer photos. not always an easy task because of the The Views Restaurant (or TVR) is highquality in all segments of its operation, from food procure- number of people who visit daily. On Sundays, 4 to 7 PM, he ment and preparation to presentation and finally, desserts. presents a popular karaoke show in the Lounge.

Chef Paul Blackwell brings a professional and natural unAlmost all of the menu items are made from scratch, including broths, sauces and salad dressings, except Caesar. This derstanding of food and technical aspects of preparation is a healthy alternative to many other restaurants, and ingre- that are presented on your plate for you to enjoy. Chef has dients are locally sourced whenever possible. There are also put together an energetic and enthusiastic kitchen staff who seasonal foods found whenever they are available, such as are all on the same page: pleasing you, the customer.

Rounding out the cooking staff are Marvin Brisbin, Stephastrawberries in December. The menu changes twice a year, in November and June. Also keep in mind, the kitchen will nie Burton, Olivia Cordova, Darrell Hall, Dallis Parks, Azura make adjustments for gluten-free, nut free and other aller- Romero, Mike Stanfield, Demetrius Vasquez and Manny gies if they are notified ahead of time. Ask for the Nutritional Vasquez who all bring their creativity and culinary skills.

These well-trained staff members join with all restaurant Information Sheet for data on some popular menu items.

Working together with the food purveyors, new items staff to make your visits both pleasant and memorable.

Seating is easy. Just walk in and you will be greeted by a are added often, or as needed. These tend to have a life of their own, from introduction to main course and eventu- smiling host who will guide you from there. There are tables ally to just occasional visits as specials. There are customer in the Dining Room, Lounge, Terrace and Patio. On Friday comment cards available to guests, so be sure to fill them nights, happy hour and dinner seatings may require a wait. out. They are a valuable resource to the staff, measuring There is also a community table for singles, newcomers and every aspect of day-to-day operations. Requests are the others to socialize while enjoying their meal. All this contribbasis for adding to the menu. Remember the saying “Keep uted toward TVR being named 2019 Best (restaurant) of the those cards and letters coming, folks.” They matter. Also, Northwest by the local weekly newspaper, the Explorer.

And oh, the answer to the headline question: all of them. there are monthly special events with their own inventive

Marvin Brisbin prep cook

Stephanie Burton sous chef

Azura Romero, sous chef

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Olivia Cordova line cook

Demetrius Vasquez, line cook

Darrell Hall lead line cook

Manny Vasquez, line cook

Not pictured: Dallis Parks and Mike Stanfield

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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070 Website Features One of the most used features of our website is the Member Services section. This is where to find just about anything you’re looking for, such as the vendor list, community directory, how to rent your home and other items. Try it out for yourself, and see how convenient it is to use.

Member Services: By going to Members/Member Services, you have access to lots of information and resources provided by our Association and committees. You can find information for your home, guests, safety, health, catering and more. Take a look at this page, you will find it very useful.

Directory: On the Member Services page is the community directory. If you are accessing the community directory from your smart phone, you can click on a phone number to call without having to tap in the number listed in the directory.

Also, you can search this system for a name or a street, etc.

Vendor List: This fabulous service, provided by the Consumer Referral Committee, provides a list of those valuable vendors for air conditioning, plumbing, etc. This list can also be searched by vendor type or name, etc.

The items above are provided by our various Association committees and staff. However, the committee functions such as minutes, agenda, reports, etc., can be found under Members/Committees. The services our committees provide can be found by going to Members/Member Services (you must first be logged in as a member).

The site is updated multiple times a day. It is intended to be a valuable tool for you here in SCOV. Enjoy and use this new amenity.

Controller - Randy Trenary rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8060 The fiscal year for the Association ended June 30, 2019. As in the past, the financial statement for June is not included in the August Tipster due to time constraints for completion of year-end procedures. Financial statements can be found on our website www.scovaz.com and in our SCOV Library.

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

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

Programs/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Drinking Water Most summer 911 calls are for residents who are dehydrated. We can’t stress enough how important it is to drink water all year, especially in the hot summer months. You should drink some water at least every 30 minutes. If you are thirsty, it’s too late. Whenever I have out of town guests, I really stress this point. If a guest complains of headaches or feeling sluggish, remind them to drink water. They may not be accustomed to the low humidity and dry heat of summer. Avoid that 911 call, and keep drinking water.

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Community Services - Katy Mosier Office Hours Mon.-Fri., 9-11 AM, Welcome Center kmosier@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8058 Are You Compliant with the Governing Documents? Thinking of Selling your Home?

If you are contemplating the sale of your home, please be aware that you need to arrange a Listing Inspection of the exterior of your home by the Architectural Compliance Team (ACT) by calling Karen Loffredo in the Community Services Coordinator office at 520-917-8087.

A member of ACT will come to your home looking for such items as: enough landscape rock covering bare soil; yard landscape pruned and free of weeds, fallen plant debris and suckers; needed building repairs; house, fencing or gates needing painting; window screens free from holes or sunscorching, etc. These are just a few examples. Please refer to your Development Standards and the Master Declaration for complete expectations.

A copy of the completed Listing Inspection is mailed or emailed to you. If you have deficiencies and you correct them before you have an escrow, you may arrange for a re-inspection, so when our HOA reports to the title company, the property is given a clean bill of health. If a property has gone to escrow prior to any corrections, the violations will be listed in the compliance report, and the buyer will inherit deficiencies not corrected by the seller.

The Listing Inspection is good for 90 days from date of inspection. If the home doesn’t enter escrow within 90 days, a new inspection will be required.

An inspection of your property can also be arranged if you are only thinking about selling your home. This inspection is called a Courtesy Inspection and is arranged in the same way. However, these inspection results are handed directly to you and are not incorporated into your resident file. It gives you a heads-up about what your property might need to ensure a smooth Listing Inspection, which must occur when you decide to put the property on the market.

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Welcome New Neighbors – June Name From Christine & William Dean Joanne Larman Kathy & Thomas Marks Marlys Bierman & David Nelson Tamra Jennings Linda & Bruce Olson Ellen & Craig Stevens Rosalie & Kenneth Vander Ark Thomas Crabtree Johnece Firestone Carla & Peter DenBoer Mary Gissal & Mary Ann Zapala Ewa & Mordecai Katz Arlene & Donald Romero John Scott Mimi Werner & Victor Davis Cynthia O’Neil

Bloomington, MN Tucson, AZ Madison, WI Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Lake Forest Park, WA Silver Spring, MD Oro Valley, AZ Mechanicsburg, PA Tucson, AZ Brooklyn Park, MN Wisconsin Dells, WI Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Polson, MT Tucson, AZ

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June 2019 Housing Resale Information Resales 2019 2018

For the Month 17 12 2018 Total Sold - 205

YTD 114 131

2019: Active Listings as of 6/30/2019............................. 6 2018: Active Listings as of 6/30/2018........................... 17 Source: TARMLS®

June 2019 Average Age of New Owners:

67.5

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

Summer is a good time to catch up on all the TV series you missed or movies you intended to see but never got around to. Your chance of finding what you want is good since many residents are away. Here’s what’s hot right now besides the temperature: in TV series, Longmire (Seasons 1-6), The Handmaid’s Tale (Seasons 1-2), Blue Bloods (Seasons 1-7), Game of Thrones (Seasons 1-7, and Outlander (Seasons 1-4); and in movies: The Wife, Green Book, Bohemian Rhapsody, On the Basis of Sex, Mary Queen of Scots, Upside, Fighting with My Family, and The Mule.

It’s also a good time to discover a new author or revisit an old favorite. Here are some new and old authors with new releases on our shelves this summer. In mystery, Lock Every Door by Riley Sager and The Last House Guest by Megan Miranda; in literary fiction, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

by Ocean Vuong and Normal People by Sally Rooney; in beach reads, Summer of 69 by Elin Hilderbrand and Under Currents by Nora Roberts; and in nonfiction The Pioneers by David McCullough.

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Why It’s Important to Stretch Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when you call on the muscles for activity, they are weak and unable to extend all the way. That puts you at risk for joint pain, strains and muscle damage. For example, sitting in a chair all day results in tight hamstrings in the back of the thigh. That can make it harder to extend your leg or straighten your knee all the way, which inhibits walking. Likewise, when tight muscles are suddenly called on for a strenuous activity that stretches them, such as playing tennis, they may become damaged from suddenly being stretched. Injured muscles may not be strong enough to support the joints, which can lead to joint injury. Regular stretching keeps muscles long, lean and flexible, and this means that exertion won’t put too much force on the muscle itself. Healthy muscles also help a person with balance problems to avoid falls.

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

Tuesday, August 13, the AFC pool and spa will be closed

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for cleaning and shock treatment. They will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, August 14, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Association Committees Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Nov.-May, Third Tue., 1:30 PM Monthly meetings will resume in November

The Active Health Committee has several exciting presentations planned for the winter season with a great line-up of well-qualified presenters that “walk-the-walk.”

We are looking for a few new members on our committee to make this upcoming season the best that it can be. If you are looking for a volunteer activity with the focus on helping our residents stay active and healthy, please contact Rita Menet.

Activity Center Renovation Chair Ed Zwerling ACRC@suncityorovalley.com First and Third Tue., 10 AM, AC/Hohokam Room Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Chair Michael Takerian afc@suncityorovalley.com First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1

The AFC Committee meetings will reconvene on October 2.

A very worthwhile health and fitness newsletter for our age group is The Gray Iron Newsletter. This is a free newsletter sent twice a month to your email. The link is: www.seniorexercise-central.com. No products are sold or recommended on this site. Straightforward information is provided.

As a reminder, when using the AFC pool, avoid laying on and going over the lane guides. Go under. The lane guides are not designed to support a person’s body weight. They do break, and are very costly to repair.

As always, the committee values and invites your input.

Architectural Review Marlene Branz 618-670-1063 mzbranz@mac.com Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM, WC3

Please be aware there will only be one Architectural Review Committee (ARC) meeting in August on Tuesday, August 13, 2 PM, WC3. Deadline for submittals is Tuesday, August 6, 11 AM. Open hours for submittals to be reviewed by the Community Services Coordinator are weekdays 9-11 AM. All submittals must be presented in person.

ARC members continue to review the Development Standards to ensure they are aligned with the Town of Oro Valley Zoning Codes, support changing technologies and design styles, and correctly reference the SCOV Master Declaration. We welcome new ideas and requests from our homeowners, which are considered for inclusion in the Development Standards. The ARC will present recommendations for Development Standards changes to the Board of Directors in October.

Counting Your Steps?

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

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

Friends of the Restaurant (FOR). This is similar to Friends of the Library. Residents will be able to donate funds directly to the SCOV Controller, to implement approved projects which are not included in the current year’s budget. More details to follow.

Other projects being investigated include: front door window tinting, table centerpieces made by the Clay Club, awning and stage modifications for outside entertainment, wood meat/turkey smoker and another outdoor TV for the Terrace.

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

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

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

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

The Vendor List is on the website. After logging in, go to www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/vendor_consumer-referral/. The Vendor List was formerly the Consumer Referral List.

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

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

Finance-Budget Chair Carol Gloriosa cgscov@gmail.com Fourth Mon., 2 PM, WC3

The committee is not scheduled to meet until September, however, members continue to review the monthly Association financial statements. Starting in October, the committee will meet on the fourth Monday of the month, 2 PM. Meeting agendas, minutes, monthly financial reports and the Boardapproved Association 2019-2020 Annual Budget are posted on the SCOV members-only website. Please contact Carol Gloriosa for more information.

Food and Beverage Chair Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com Oct.-May, First Fri., 2-3 PM, The Views Terrace Food & Beverage (F&B) Committee announces the following three projects are approved for implementation: an additional wait station, a retractable sun shade for the Terrace and baby diaper changing stations for both restrooms. We are also conducting a trial of hand-watered herb pots for kitchen use on east and south exposures of the Terrace and assessing javalina interest, prior to submitting a final proposal.

The F&B Committee Charter was approved to include

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It’s still hot, hot, hot in Sun City. How about some “beach” reads, a thriller that tingles your spine, a comedy that tickles your funny bone, a mystery that keeps you guessing or maybe a history that gets you thinking? Books create a wonderful world that can do all of these things and can maybe even make you forget the heat. Your SCOV Library provides books, movies and audio books to keep you entertained and enlightened.

In case you didn’t know, all of the funds to buy the books, videos and audio books comes from donated funds: membership in Friends of the Library, participation in Friends events like the Home Tour, individual donations of books and/or money, purchase of books and videos that are always for sale in the library and grants from community organizations like Institute of Learning in Retirement. Pat yourselves on the back residents. Your generosity keeps our library first class. Thank you. Good reading, watching and listening.

Gift Shop Co-Chairs Don Jovag 520-762-6030, Elaine Deeter 520-825-5388 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-4PM; Sat., 9 AM-12:30 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop/ The Gift Shop remains a cool oasis to visit.

Come in to see new work and browse through summer offerings. The featured artist this month is Charlotte Landis.

As an award winning artist specializing in Charlotte Landis watercolor, Charlotte has found her voice by painting the subject of her fondest childhood memories. As a young girl, she spent countless hours with her parents maintaining and nurturing their garden. This passion for nature continued into adulthood eventually inspiring Charlotte to become a master gardener. Intrigued with the movement and arrangement that she found in nature, she delights in highlighting the details she discovers in the earth. Charlotte’s paintings come to life as she invites the viewer to take a closer look. Charlotte has been painting in her studio since 2007. She has become a juried member of Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild and a member of Southern Arizona Arts Guild.

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Government Affairs Chair Laura Dore 520-338-1016 lucylb53@comcast.net Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1

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

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

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

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

The Loan Room is a free service to all residents of Sun City Oro Valley. Our items are for short-time loans and include many medical items (wheelchairs, walkers, shower seats, etc.); card tables and chairs; rollaway beds and cots; and children’s items, such as high chairs, car seats, Pack ‘n Plays and some toys. Reservations are accepted up to two months in advance of pick-up date. Walk-ins are also accepted. Our website lists items available and includes pictures to help you decide what you want. We are open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM and are located at the end of the golf cart barn. Please bring your current SCOV card with you when you pick up your items, and bring someone to help you if you cannot load things by yourself. Feel free to come see what we have available.

Marketing Chair Pete Coy 360-739-4100 petecoy@gmail.com First Wed., 2 PM, WC1

The Marketing Committee is looking for a few new members. Experience in marketing is not required. We are looking for residents who are excited and enthusiastic about the SCOV Community. This is a chance to have an impact without much of a time commitment. For more information, contact Pete.

Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 What Happens Every Summer?

Rain and winds come every summer. Help keep a watchful eye out, and report any damage to Administration so homeowners may be notified. Pesky weeds seem to appear overnight with the monsoon season. Please remove them as soon as possible, and try to make every effort to stay ahead of the weed situation in your yard in the next few weeks.

Did wind from the storms cause excessive tree debris in your yard? Keep your driveway and the sidewalk swept so that your home doesn’t appear vacant and become an invitation to a burglar.

Is there standing water in your yard? With our summer rains, it’s important to drain ponds and/or fountains in yards if you are away to eliminate standing water where mosquitoes can breed. Check other items outside your home which may collect rain, such as buckets, empty flower pots and other containers, to be sure they are not holding standing water.

Thanks for your help in our extremely hot summer months.

Posse Squad C leader, Larry Lee, is another amazing volunteer who joined the Posse when he was recruited by former Posse chairman, Jack Nelmark. Larry stated “Jack was a retired sergeant major in the Marines and not someone you could easily say no to.” That was 16 years ago. Asked why he continues to serve on the Posse, Larry said, “Sun City Oro Valley is a community of volunteers working hard to keep our community a great place to live.” He stated he likes being involved, and the small amount of time and effort it takes is something every community resident should take pride in doing. Larry also helps with the American Red Cross blood drive at SCOV. Both volunteer activities keep him connected, and he enjoys volunteering. Join Larry and our other Posse volunteers in making a difference. Six hours a year (two 3-hour patrols) is all the commitment we ask. You are wanted.

Preserve and Enhance Lifestyle and Property Values Chair Don Stewart 618-980-3878 bethsdad81@gmail.com

The committee members who are here this summer are working in conjunction with the ARC on proposed revisions to the Development Standards, which are needed to fully implement the process authorized by residents on the March ballot regarding views. Proposed changes to the process will be developed by using previously submitted ARC submittals for improvements to develop the process for the upcoming implementation and notification letters. Revision of the process is needed to ensure standardization and fairness of the results.

The next full task force meeting will be in September, date and site to be determined and communicated on the SCOV website calendar.

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

The mission of the Properties Committee is to make recommendations to the Board of Directors and the staff regarding the condition of and recommended improvements to SCOV facilities and assets. Ongoing activities include semiannual inspections of SCOV buildings and facilities, semiannual inspection of Chalk Creek and monitoring of the Sun City solar systems. Intermittent activities include utility usage studies, lighting audits and projects requested by the Board or as deemed appropriate by the committee. The committee will not meet in August. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, September 19.

Tipster Editorial Chair Vicki Ettleman 520-519-9781 vettleman4@gmail.com

Thank you to all committees and clubs who submit a Tipster article every month. It helps keep the Tipster content fresh and up-to-date. The next meeting is Monday, August 19, 9 AM, WC1.

Join the Posse The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch Keep our neighborhood safe Call Linda Simon 520-789-7169

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Golf Advisory Chair Beth Allen 520-639-8845 Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3

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

The official monsoon season in southern Arizona is here, which means we need to be careful. Hydration is vitally important during our summer heat, let’s be prepared for possible dust storms, flash floods and lightning.

Be sure to stay safe while out on the course during the monsoon season. Check the forecast and check it often, download a reliable radar app and seek shelter immediately if you’re not able to get off the golf course in time. Don’t worry if you can’t finish your round; we are happy to give you a rain check credit to complete your game another time.

The important thing is to be safe and use your best judgment when the weather is questionable.

The American Legion is hosting their annual event Saturday, August 31. It will be a 7:30 AM shotgun, using the entire course for the morning. If you’re interested in supporting or playing in the event, you can go to their Facebook page www.facebook.com/OVAmericanLegionPost132.

Overseeding is right around the corner. We close the golf course for play September 23 and reopen October 14. We will be cart path only for a couple of weeks after opening.

The Pro Shop will be open limited hours during that time.

Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063 August will bring a smile to the faces of all the golfers who had to endure the fairway recovery from transition in June. All of the work the maintenance staff performed to aerify, topdress, and re-grass the bad areas of the fairways will be realized during the months of August and September. The monsoons bring a higher level of humidity and occasional rain that really encourages the Bermuda grass to grow quickly. The irrigation water should be reduced which will allow the sprigs and sod to dry out and become ready for mowing. Once the mowing starts, these areas will fill in and level out, resulting in very good playing conditions.

All of the frustrations from the course being thin with some wet areas will be gone and the golf course will be in great condition for the rest of the summer.

One disadvantage of the increased humidity and rain during the monsoons is that the Bermuda grass in the roughs and fairways that was already healthy will start to grow faster than it can be mowed. This results in an increase of grass clippings, and the grass turning a yellow color because it is getting mowed too low on the plant causing it to scalp. To slow this surge of plant growth, a plant growth regulator was sprayed during July. This will keep the growth to a minimum which will reduce the mess in the roughs while also keeping the grass a nice green color.

Join our golf Facebook group facebook.com/TheViewsGCOV

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Our golf course is the best it can be under our summer heat. Mike Kropf and his crew are trying hard to keep our fairways and greens in great shape. We can be proud of the work they are doing. If you are playing early in the day, please remember to avoid the very wet areas when driving your cart on the fairways. Stay away from the roped off areas under repair. The greens are being plugged to move the salts from watering through the soil to encourage stronger root growth. To continue to keep our course looking good, obey the 90 degree cart rule, repair your ball marks and fix your divots. The next Golf Advisory Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, September 4.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Richard Flax rflax104@gmail.com Membership David Flatness 425-443-3708 daveflatness@gmail.com Play Wed. AM

Hello to members and others who should become members. We have new officers: Pres., Richard Flax; Membership, David Flatness; VP, Vince Cardinal; Sec., Jim Ambrosio; Treas., Craig Watson; Member Guest Co-chair, Bill Smith; Games/Tournaments, Rob Keck. Gary Graber is the chair of the handicap committee. Our $5 weekly games, either individual or team events (all skill levels), are Wednesday mornings, and at those events each of us meet new people, form new friendships and often join a group of member golfers to play golf or socialize other days of the week.

Annual membership is $20 plus the AZ Golf Association membership fee of $35. Your experience will be that our members are a great group of men as well as some super golfers. Membership forms are at the Pro Shop or we will be happy to send you a form. Contact Dave Flatness or Richard Flax.

Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Mark Fuller 612-978-9901 Membership David Chatterton 520-204-5636 Play Thu. morning

The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Marty Blakely mblakelymaus@gmail.com VP and Membership Debbie Huffman dhuffrod@gmail.com Play Tue. mornings

Pass Holder Benefits This month The Views Golf Club Annual Pass Holders special is

Two-for-One Margaritas

Not a Pass Holder?

Call the Pro Shop at 825-3110 for details.

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The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. JoAnn Matty 520-400-9111 jamatty@q.com Co-Membership Barbara Armes 206-915-2609, Laurie Kennedy 503-449-3200 Play Thu. mornings

The Summer Fun Days Game is August 1, the first Thursday of the month. Summer is almost over, but we still have space available for you to join us. Our membership is up to 110 women. We wish everyone an enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing you again in the fall.

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

The hot and steamy month of August is upon us, so while you are cooling off inside take a few minutes to learn about the Community Foundation by visiting our website.

There you will learn of our history of giving and how easy it is to become a donor using your debit or credit card. Further, you might want to consider a direct donation from your IRA using your annual Required Minimum Distribution. Talk to your financial planner on how to do this and the tax advantages for you. Stay relaxed, cool and dry as September approaches.

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.

Every Day, 3-6 PM

Archived photos from the past. Who can you name?

The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Please join us for happy hour. Enjoy the best in live entertainment Friday and Saturday, 5:30-8 PM.

Tuesday, August 6, 1 PM

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

Monsoon season is upon us, and we are looking for ways to stay cool and refreshed. We have included some must-try items to the menu to help cope with the humidity, such as the cucumber rosemary press cocktail and the strawberry balsamic salad. Remember, water is always a must.

This month we will be offering a mixology class to learn how to make your favorite cocktails at home as well as a local beer pairing dinner featuring Uncle Bear’s Brewery.

If you haven’t seen the spectacular artwork at the far end of the bar yet, it is a must see. Around the 4th of July we had a mural painted adding a sense of character and depth to the bar area.

Our featured employee this month is Charlene Notman; she has been working at the restaurant since January 2002. She and her husband have been married since 2011 and actually got married right here on the 1st Hole tee-boxes; together they have four children between the ages of 15 and 20. When she’s not working Charlene enjoys camping with her family and riding side-by-sides and quads. Upon her retirement she wants to travel the states, Hawaii in particular.

Kitt Peak Presentation Learn about Kitt Peak National Observatory, a Tucson-area gem, at this free presentation by speakers from the observatory. The event will start at 1 PM sharp in the Auditorium.

Note the date is a change from the July Tipster.

Friday, August 16, 1 PM Apollo Remembered We are very happy to announce this free program thatcelebrates the 50th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing. The program tells the story of Apollo through the medium of narration, photos and music. There will also be displays that highlight the people and times of Apollo. Don’t miss this event in the Auditorium.

Tuesday, August 27, 1 PM Indoor Movie Join us for new release, Poms, starring Diane Keaton. A group of women form a cheerleading squad in their retirement community. Bring your snacks and drinks to the Auditorium for a fun movie in a cool indoor setting. Table seating.

Friday, August 30, 10:45 AM Tipster Collation Help collate the inserts that go into the Tipster in the Auditorium. It’s a great way to get some exercise and meet new people.

We need your aluminum cans!

Put your empty aluminum cans to work for SCOV. Deposit only empty, rinsed aluminum cans in the box outside the Activity Center kitchen door.

The Community Assistance Committee uses the funds from recycling to purchase items for the Loan Room.

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Tuesday, September 17, 9 AM Town of Oro Valley Art Tour The Town is conducting three free tours of local art September 17, October 15 and November 19. All dates are the same tour, so don’t register for more than one. The tour has been very popular with our residents. The bus only holds 13 passengers for each tour.

Free tickets for Tue., Sep. 17, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19 available starting Tue., Aug. 20.

See Coco or Pam at the Welcome Center.

Saturday, September 21, dusk Outdoor Movie This very popular event is back. Enjoy a movie (to be announced later) under the stars, on the driving range. Bring your lawn chairs or limited space for golf carts and watch a great movie with friends and neighbors. There is no charge for this event. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Please remember to bring a flashlight, since it is very dark when the movie is over.

Friday, September 27, 1 PM Author Becky Masterman Local mystery author and former forensic science acquisitions editor will speak and sign copies of We Were Killers, the fourth book in the Brigid Quinn series. Brigid Quinn is a former FBI special agent now trying to fit into retired life in a small town just outside of Tucson. Becky keeps her audiences in stitches, with a speaking style close to that of a stand-up comic, even while talking about fictional murders and forensics. There is no charge, however, to help us plan for attendance, you will need to obtain a ticket, available beginning Friday, September 13, in the Library.

Friday, September 27, 7 PM Desert Melodies We received rave reviews about this group when they were here last year and performed a great show of Broadway hits.

They are back with a new show, “For Love or Money, A Musical Extravaganza.” This is truly a night of fun and music. The show will be in the Auditorium with cabaret seating. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Tickets will not be available for purchase online.

Tickets go on sale Tue., Aug. 20, Welcome Center, $10 pp.

Sunday, October 6, 2 PM Tucson Concert Band The Tucson Concert band presents its annual SCOV concert on Sunday, October 6, Activity Center. Please join us as we kick off our new season with rousing marches and great band music. Please check the September Tipster for ticket sale information.

Tuesday, October 15, 1 PM Town of Oro Valley Art Tour See details on September 17. Free tickets available on Tuesday, August 20.

Sunday, October 20, 1-4 PM SC Variety Theatre Oktoberfest Our grand German party, Oktoberfest, will be celebrated in the Auditorium. Bratwurst and accompanying German fare, performances of German dancing and a dance floor for you to do your waltz and schottisch to the music of The Bouncing Czechs. Ticket sale dates to be announced.

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Special Events for Clubs See club articles for full details.

Singles Bocce, Thu., Aug. 1, 5:45 PM, Bocce Courts Singles Golf, Sun., Aug. 4, 1:45 PM, The Views Singles Dinner, Thu., Aug. 8, 5:30 PM social hour, 6 PM seating, Activity Center/Navajo Room Singles Happy Hour, Fri., Aug. 30, 5:30 PM social hour, 6 PM seating, Activity Center/Navajo Room Day Trippers, Sat., Aug. 17, hummingbird banding, $55 pp Day Trippers, Sat., Sep. 28, barbeque catered by BrushFire, $22 pp Day Trippers, Thu.-Sun, Oct. 3-6, Verde Canyon trip, $1,106 per couple, $720 single

Workshops and Classes Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes Classes are held the fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:30 PM, WC1. Lonnie Davis teaches these classes. To attend, you must register ahead of time by calling Lonnie 520917-8073. You could save the life of a loved one. The next class will be September 25.

Association-Sponsored Fitness Purchase a punch card from the receptionist in the Welcome Center, $20/10 classes. You may use this card for all Sun City Oro Valley-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used for your guests. There is a $3 drop-in charge without a punch card. Class descriptions may be found online www. suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/aquatic-fitnesscenter/. Questions, call 520-917-8073.

Aqua Zumba®: Balance Class: Chair Balance Class: Cardio Chair Aerobics:

Core Conditioning: Sunrisers: Sweat Stretch: Water Aerobics: Zumba® :

Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC Pool Mon., 10:30-11:30 AM, AFC Fri., 10:30-11:30 AM, AC/Dance Studio Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 AM, Sat., 9-10 AM, Catalina Vista Mon., 5-6 PM, Wed., 3-4 PM, AFC Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-8 AM, AFC Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC Pool Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC

Learn to Play Bocce Free bocce lessons will be taught by Bocce Club members at the bocce courts from 7-9 PM on Thursdays, August 8, September 12 and October 10. Any interested resident is welcome to attend. Call 720-394-0413 for more information.

Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes are held Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM, WC3. Caregivers are welcome to attend. Ray Jerkins 520-219-3561.

Spanish Language Classes Contact Myriam Barrientos 520-906-8334 spanishmyriam @vive-mexico.com. Review the many levels of classes available at www.vive-mexico.com. Classes begin in September.

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Saguaro and poppies by Jim Benshoof

Granddaddy saguaro by Darrel Cornelius

Mary Einwald photographed this resting coyote in her backyard

Butterfly on a hibiscus flower by Jane Fairchild

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For Your Information

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

AARP Tax Assistance AARP tax aides will be available at the AARP Information Center, 6700 N. Oracle Road, Suite 331, the first and third Tuesdays of each month until mid-October. Assistance with late returns, amendments and IRS letters will be provided by appointment only. Call 520-571-9884 to schedule an appointment.

Costume Closet The Costume Closet is located inside the Loan Room at the Cart Barn. Costumes may be checked out and returned by appointment only. Call Marty Siracusa 520-825-6961 or Betty Verderese 520-825-7811 to schedule appointments.

Cash donations accepted for the use of costumes.

Celebrations & Life Events Frequent Tipster photo contributor, Sheryl Hester, won a contest for the cover photo of the 2019-2020 “On Stage Arts Preview Guide.” Sheryl submitted an altered photo (right) reflecting drama, music and art.

The prize included a cash award.

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and generous contributions to Youth On Their Own and the students we serve! During the 2018-2019 school year, enrollment surpassed 2,000 students. It would be impossible for us to help so many kids without you. Thanks for being part of our YOTO family.

Bethany Neumann Director of Development Youth On Their Own

Memoriam

Residents Douglas Butchart 1 William Van Haaften 1 Pearl Joseph 1 Jack Ingram 1

Former Resident Leon George 1

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

The Summer Art Sale at the Activity Center has been quite successful for our SCOV artists. Close to two dozen pieces have sold and have been replaced. Don’t miss this opportunity. There are great deals to be scooped up.

Artists, it’s time to get creative. October’s exhibition is titled “Different Perspective,” and your pieces will be welcomed.

For any questions or if you have art pieces that you wish to sell/display please contact Carol Nagel.

Bark Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 chra25@gmail.com Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary

If you are a bark carver or are interested in getting started with cottonwood bark carving, please join us Tuesday afternoon and/or Thursday morning for carving and conversation.

If not, come by and view some of our work in our display window next to the Woodshop in the Artisan Center.

Clay Pres. Gary Brown 520-303-7328 lbgb3006@msn.com VP Lorraine Buck 520-331-3022 lorrainebuck@gmail.com Sep.-May General Meeting first Thu., 1 PM, Artisan Center/Pottery Studio cleaning last Wed., 1 PM, Orientation as needed

Thank You Corner

Clubs

June 23 July 6 July 7 July 12 July 3

Some are still away for the summer, but we here are busy making different and exciting things. Please stop by and see tiles, masks, intricately patterned trays and bowls, a variety of wheel-thrown shapes and beautiful glaze work. The Clay Club is increasingly active with the Art League in planning presentations of our art work for public display. The third installment of our tile project is in place in our clay studio with more to come.

Colored Pencil Jan Thomas 520-591-1275, Sue Parkes 520-825-7307 Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

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

Fine Arts Studio April Hoffman 520-329-8443 lazybird4@gmail.com Jane Leonard 616-847-1527 Wed., 9 AM-2 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Sales of artwork at the Activity Center have been brisk.

Stop in to view the variety of techniques, materials and subjects. You may even find one to give a grandchild.

The studio is open at the usual time and place. We welcome you to bring your materials, find a comfortable spot and enjoy working alongside others in a pleasant and supportive environment.

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Gourd Art John Shaw johnshaw1@comcast.net 520-825-1368 Mon., resumes in Oct; Fri. resumes in Sep., Lapidary Room

The Monday afternoon group will not meet again until October. The Friday morning group will resume in September when you can join the fun and produce your own special gourd art.

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

Japanese flower arranging, Ikebana, is the art of arranging flowers, branch materials, grasses and leaves. At its core is the beauty resulting from a combination of color, shapes and graceful lines. More than simple floral decoration, it is a form of sculpture with plant materials.

Learn from certified instructors at your own pace and make creative arrangements for your home.

Knit and Crochet Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com Tue., 2:30-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Even though it’s summertime, we’ll continue to knit and crochet. If it’s not too hot we can sit outside. But we can always enjoy the cooler temps inside. There’s always something to knit or crochet whether it be for friends and family or making something for charity. Not even 100 degree heat can stop us from enjoying what we do.

Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 520-907-3469 fjfaust1030@gmail.com Second Fri., 8 AM, Modelers Room www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers Some SCOV clubs continue to meet during the summer. The Modeler’s Club is one of them.

Although many of our members head north for the summer, there is still a lot of activity in the Photo by Greg Longerich cool Modeler’s Room as shown in the photo.

All SCOV residents are welcome at our monthly meetings.

During any day, if the lights are on and someone is in the Modelers Room, stop in. At our meetings, you will see what we are about and you may enjoy a cup of coffee and a sweet roll. From time to time we schedule field trips of interest to modelers.

Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 Tue., 9 AM-4 PM and Thu., 9 AM-2 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

If you are an SCOV summer resident, get out of the heat and into the air-conditioned Art Studio. If you need inspiration, the Vistoso Photo Club has a box with many wonderful photos. If you find a photo you would like to paint, just sign the photo out in the log.

Join the Restaurant Facebook group facebook.com/TheViewsRestaurant

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Vistoso Photo Pres. Gerda Timm 403-251-5981 gerdatimm@hotmail.com For meeting schedule please see the website www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com

Vistoso Photo Club has its annual award night each May. The Sal Ficalora Award is given to a member who contributes great photography and significant time and effort to further the growth and betterment of the club. This year’s winner was Steve Perkins.

Steve’s interest in photography goes back to his father and uncle, both WWII veterans who began representing Japanese photography firms. Both were subjected to criticism for dealing with a former enemy.

Steve’s primary interest is Steve Perkins with award. Photo by landscape photography. He Laura Hackenbrock works at getting the best image he can on location. He is not fond of sitting for frustrating hours in front of a computer fixing things.

We have monthly competitions. The subject of the month may be “open” or “assigned.” Although landscapes are Steve’s favorite, he feels the assignments expand his creativity.

Steve is currently investigating mirrorless cameras; apparently his Canon 6D is getting heavier as it ages.

Sculpture Pres. Laurie Lichaa 520-812-0198 Mon., 9 AM-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The clay sculpture group meets on Mondays in the Art Studio in Catalina Vista. Come see projects in process and completed projects in the display case. If you are interested in becoming a member of our group, stop in any Monday and we would be happy to show you the process used in creating our art. The club continues to meet and create throughout the summer.

Sculptures in the library The Sculpture Club has three sculptures displayed in the library. They were created by Kathy Foster, Janet Szumlas and Al Burdi. There are also other pieces displayed in the glass cabinet outside the library. The next time you visit the library, check out the art created by our members.

esident Doris R

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

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Sewing Thimblelenas

Sue Lane 520-971-8755 sklane6970@aol.com Co-Treas. Phyllis Austin 805-341-5176, Pat Norton 480-993-8762 Monitor Training Suzanne Stiles 805-748-3206 Pfaff Training Mel Wheeler 520-334-0957 Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Sat., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing

It may be summer, but things are still hopping in the Sewing Room. With several of the groups on summer hiatus, there are more chances for you to come to the Sewing Room and work on your personal projects. Make use of the large cutting table with the new mat or audition your quilt blocks on the flannel board. Stop by any time the room is open to learn more about us. Monitors on duty are always happy to give you a short tour. Seasonal residents and renters are welcome to join us.

Casa Amigas

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

We continue to sew and serge clothing for children at risk.

During the summer we are concentrating on capri pants sets for girls, sleep sacks for infants and getting a head start on flannel sleep pants for the winter. It’s a great time to come to the Sewing Room when it’s quieter and cooler. Come join us.

Cheer Bears

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

We will be meeting Wednesdays, August 14 and 28, 1-3 PM, Sewing Room. We will stop for a rest the month of September, but beginning October 2, we will be gathering in full force again as usual on Wednesdays. Safe journeys and bless you all for the works that you do.

All help can be used as we do cutting, embroidering, sewing, clipping, stuffing and hand sewing. Everyone can find a place and share friendship with cheery people.

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

We will not be meeting this month, but our embroidery machines will still be running.

Some members have already started their Christmas projects. Contact Karin Frohlich for instruction on the 6-needle machine in the Sewing Room. Instructions are available to any Thimblelenas member. Summer might be a good time to learn embroidery software. Call Debra Dirks for information on using Viking 4D software which is loaded on the Sewing Room computer. Check us out on “Puppy Luv” quilt donated to SFK Facebook to see more of our projects.

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Pet Beds

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

Thank you to all the volunteers who have ventured out into the summer heat on Tuesday afternoons to make the pet beds for the animals at the Southern Arizona Humane Society. The hundreds of pet pillows we make are appreciated so much. If you are looking for a volunteer project, we invite you to join us.

Quilters

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

Our next meeting will be in September.

Seniors for Kids

Co-Pres. Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Jean Sax 651-436-4243 jsaxr@netzero.com, Sewing/Crafting for SFK, Mon., 1-3 PM, Wed., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Toy woodworking, various times, Artisan Center/Wood Shop No meetings May-Sep.

As part of our individual members’ summer activities, toys will be crafted by sewers and woodworkers, whether members are in SCOV or other locations. Donations of money and handmade items will be made to Tri-Community Food Bank and Tu Nudito Child and Family Services during the summer months, as well as our other charitable partners, based on their continuous needs throughout the year. Next club meeting is in October.

Tapestry Rug Hooking

Coni Arseneau 217-398-1416 coniarseneau@gmail.com Carrie Wiley 360-734-5952 ecwiley@gmail.com Tue., 9 AM-Noon, except last Tue. of the month; last Thu., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing www.scovhookers.weebly.com

The Tapestry Rug Hook group meets Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room. We are an active group throughout the summer. We welcome new members and any interested people to come by and see our art. If you are interested in trying to hook, we provide materials and instruction to get you started. You can learn more about our group by visiting our website listed above or come by to see us Tuesday mornings.

In the picture are two cutters that the club owns and uses to cut wool fabric for hooking.

The cutter on the left cuts a #3 width.

In today’s market, this cutter, new, would cost around $600. The cutter on the right has interchangeable cutting discs ranging from a #3 to #8.

The increase in the number determines the increase in the width of the cut material.

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Show ‘N Share Vicki Frakes 859-801-0525 arcticvic@gmail.com

Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Long time member, Marion Nelmark, will be moving from SCOV to Chicago in August to be near her family. Marion has lived in SCOV since 1996 and has attended Show ‘n Share (SnS) since 1997. She was the group leader for five years and has shared her talents on many project shares. Marion is proficient in a variety of Marion Nelmark crafts, is a wonderful teacher and enjoys learning new projects. In July, we thanked Marion for her many contributions to SnS and wished good luck to her and her family in the future.

We celebrate August birthdays for Sue Koch, Jule Gill, Winnie Doerfer and Linda Anderson.

At Show ‘n Share, members work on portable crafts. We enjoy showing our creations and sharing our ideas. We meet year-round and welcome new members. No dues.

Silversmith and Lapidary Acting Pres. Steve Adams 520-268-8216 adams.se938@gmail.com Monthly meetings resume in Sep. Summer shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Silversmith Studio

During these hot summer months, our shop is open weekday mornings. We had a casting day in June. Stop in to see what our members are working on now. The display cases feature just a few of our talented members’ creations.

Stained/Fused Glass Jo Anne Bowman 501-282-4454 or 520-441-9229, Debbie Brown 724-249-2802 Mon. closed 8 AM-3 PM, open 3-9 PM, Artisan Center/Stained Glass Tue.-Sun., 8 AM-9 PM Monitor on duty Tue. and Thu. 9-11:30 AM, fused glass Monitor on duty Wed., 9-11:30 AM, stained glass As of this writing, the monsoons are building. The air is thick with humidity. Come to the cool studio and join some friends in keeping cool and dry.

We held a Mardi Gras plate class and a Christmas plate class last month.

Seeing so many creative and very different one-of-a-kind pieces makes one think that the neighborhood is getting very artsy. When our friends return from their travels, they will bring new ideas with them.

If you haven’t dropped by, pay us a visit and see what we’re making. See you in glass.

Wood Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 chra25@gmail.com Sat., 9-Noon, Artisan Center/Lapidary

If you are a wood carver or are interested in getting started with wood carving, join us on Saturday mornings for carving and conversation. Come and view our work in the display window next to the Woodshop in the Artisan Center, and drop in on Saturday mornings.

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Woodworking

Pres. Bill Bable 248-231-2829,

VP: Chris Schatzman 504-470-6075

Sec. Colin Kaltenbach, Treas. Nancy Njaa www.scovwoodworkingclub.com

Summer is upon us. It’s nice and cool in the shop and less hectic during the summer season.

It’s a perfect time to do a larger project, or if you haven’t used the shop in a while, to come in and get comfortable using the equipment again. Many thanks to the new members who stepped up to become monitors. They help us keep the shop open 9 AM-4 PM, Monday-Friday.

Continuing Education Astronomy

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

www.scovastronomy.com

The Astronomy Club of SCOV encourages you to join with them in reducing light pollution here in SCOV. Turn down your outside lights and learn about light pollution. This is a problem for our surrounding and important observatories: Kitt Peak, Mt. Graham, Mt. Hopkins and Mt. Lemmon, due to the increasing night lights from Tucson.

Light pollution not only affects observatories but devastates Outdoor lighting can be dark sky wildlife. It may also harm your friendly: health and wastes energy. For •Light what you need more information, visit www. •When you need it darksky.org.

•No brighter than necessary Our popular guest speaker •Fully shielded to point downward series will start on October 17.

Enjoy the summer skies.

Bible Men’s Bible Study

Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586, Rick Thomas 520-591-0475 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:30 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

Our weekly Bible study is over until October 1, when it will resume and continue every Tuesday throughout the winter. Join us then for a personal weekly renewal as we study God’s Word. See you then.

Precept Women’s Bible Study

Pres., Sheila Witler 720-775-7623 Sec. Faith Heitmann 208-750-5886 Oct.-Apr., Wed., 9 AM, WC3

SCOV Women’s Precept Bible Study does not meet through the summer months, however, we have plans for Precept Meet & Greet Breakfasts during the summer months for new/interested and existing members at the Views Restaurant. Our August breakfast will be on Wednesday, August 14, 9 AM. Please call Sheila Witler 720-775-7623 to RSVP. In the fall we will be studying Romans Part 2, with a review of Romans Part 1 for new attendees to the SCOV Precept Studies. We invite you to join us in studying God’s Word.

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Great Books Pres. Barbara Gates 520-825-7645 VP Maryfaith Fox 612-414-7789 maryfaith.fox@gmail.com Oct.-Apr., First and Third Wed., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

The Great Books Club provides an opportunity to engage in thoughtful and lively discussions on a wide range of topics.

The anthologies published by The Great Books Foundation contain short selections from classic works of nonfiction, fiction and poetry. These readings provide the stimulus for our discussions of the great ideas contained in great literature.

Our current book is Great Conversations 1, available from the Foundation or other online sources. We will reconvene October 2 to discuss a selection from Alexis de Toqueville’s Democracy in America. All SCOV residents are welcome to join us.

SCOV Book Club Pres. Glenda Jackson 925-640-7312 Contact: Cynthia Kartman 414-732-3063 kartmania1@me.com First Mon., 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

Our August selection is Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. In this Pulitzer Prize winning book, Grann relates the shocking story of how oil-rich Osage Indians in 1920s Oklahoma were systematically murdered, sometimes by their own family members, to gain control of their wealth.

In September, our selection is the 2017 award-winning novel Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward. In its review Publisher’s Weekly praised Ward’s novel, saying, “Ward tells the story of three generations of a struggling Mississippi family in this astonishing novel...Their stories are deeply affecting, in no small part because of Ward’s brilliant writing and compassionate eye.”

Computer - Vistoso Computer Society (VCS) Membership David Johnson 520-825-6994 Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 General Meetings, Nov.-Mar., Second Mon., 1 PM, Auditorium Help session: call 520-329-7661 for an appointment www.scovcomputer.com

General meetings resume in November. There are no scheduled help sessions until fall, however, computer help is always available by calling the VCS help line 520-329-7661 and setting up an appointment. Membership is required for all classes, help sessions, assistance from other computer club members and ListServ, an online bulletin board. To join, see the club’s website.

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

Who’s your granddaddy? Who’s your grandmommy? Were they saints or sinners? Did they work on the family farm or in the family store? The hot, steamy month of August is a great time to start or continue researching your ancestors. Take advantage of the cool Genealogy computer lab and library to find out the answers to these questions. The Genealogy Club subscribes to GenealogyBank.com and Newspaper. com which have digitized copies of newspapers from big and small cities across the United States. Don’t just research vital statistics, find out who your ancestors really were. If you are a club member, check out the club website for days and hours that the library is available. Not a member? Pick up an

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application for membership and join today. Help is available for beginners and experienced researchers.

ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Jane Myerson jmyerson@gmail.com Curriculum Randy Myerson rcmyerson@gmail.com Registration Karen/Sherwin Koopmans skkoops@gmail.com Samplers Sally Evert sallyevert@gmail.com www.suncityilr.com

Because the ILR cannot use the Hopi Room the two Monday mornings of October 7 and 21, the following schedule changes have been made: Course Title Presenter Date/Time “Closer to Truth: Gene Bammel Mon, Oct. 14-Nov. 18 Consciousness, 11:30 AM-1 PM Cosmos, God” No Class Oct. 21 “Before Independence: Jim Williams Mon., Oct. 28-Nov. 18 Colonial Life in America 9-11 AM to 1770” Check the club website and Facebook page for further information on registration for fall 2019 courses. Registration period is August 1-15. Check the website to be certain the course you wish to take is still open. There are no refunds if you sign up for a course that is indicated as closed.

Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Potluck, First Wed., 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista Third Wed. 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista, Mt. Kimball/Pusch Ridge

The Natural Health and Wellness Club will resume meeting in November, along with Vegan Potlucks and Mindful Meditation.

If you wish to check out any books, the Cancer Series or Healing Miracles (Stem Cells) videos, contact Joan Partridge 505-920-7005.

Have a safe and healthy season until we see you again.

Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 9:30-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis

Angélica Borrego, age 14, composed this amazing and alarming poem, recently published online, with the nostalgic title, “Summer Days.” Printed here by permission of the author and Rattle.com.

“The days are getting longer / the shorts are getting shorter / the taste of freedom on my tongue / like lemon // The taste of summer / that warms your bones / and freckles your cheeks / scraped knees / the sound of chalk against cement / surrounds you / like a hand to be held // These longer days / these shorter shorts / they’re signs / of self-determination / of throwing away the rulers that measure our skirts / of tearing up the homework that stresses out minds / and starves us of creativity // My shoulders are not a distraction / but the boy holding a gun to my head is / we fear not education / but the lack-thereof that fills the seats of democracy // Our hands are held to the sun / in an act of self-preservation / and fear / for our generation / straining our voices / but their backs are turned / and our words don’t reach them / we are the lost hope / the age of renegade.”

Her eloquent plea for help reflects the power of poetry.

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Cultural & Social Democratic Club Maureen Salz 520-240-0049 mosalz@outlook.com Second Sat., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

At our July meeting we discussed the results of the first Democratic Presidential Debates. When we meet in August, the discussion will continue by critiquing the second round of debates that will have occurred.

We have scheduled terrific speakers starting in September who you will not want Dr. Felipe Perez, 2020 Democratic candidate for to miss. Details will State Representative in Legislative District 11, appear in the Tipster, spoke at our June meeting. on the community bulletin boards and in our monthly newsletter. Email Maureen Salz if you are not receiving the newsletter and wish to be added to the distribution list.

At this time of year donations for Impact of Southern Arizona always hit a critical low when many residents head out of town for cooler locations. Please remember to bring nonperishable food items or monetary donations. Your generosity is always appreciated.

Triple digit temperatures have finally arrived, so stay hydrated and safe during this monsoon season. We look forward to seeing you as the political landscape also starts heating up.

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

Would you like to get to know some SCOV neighbors who share your interest in cooking and dining? Our dinners in members’ homes provide relaxing fun as we explore various cuisines such as Moroccan, Thai or South American.

We also could get creative with more ambiguous themes like food from movies. Since everyone brings part of the meal, it’s not a huge effort for the hosts. Please visit our website to see photos and details and make some theme suggestions for next year. We are open to new ideas.

Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Co-Pres. Chic Garner 520-528-9528, Kari Dufur KariDufur@gmail.com Membership/Treas. Carol Tombre 208-961-1133 Nov., Jan. and Mar., Third Thu., 1 PM, Activity Center/Hopi

Summer is here, and we wish you happy times with your four-legged friends. Remember, they need protection from the sun and heat like people do and of course, access to fresh water at all times. Our club is on hiatus until fall, however, if you would like to join and be able to use the SCOV Dog Park on Del Webb Blvd., contact Carol Tombre. This is a great place to exercise your dog off leash and relax with friends new and old. Dues are only $10 per year and there is a one time $10 key fee to join the club and enjoy the dog park.

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Garden Club Co-Pres. Zona Boss 520-638-6644 zona1boss@gmail.com and Shari Norris 520-825-6786 norrisshari@yahoo.com Co-VP Judee Wickersham 520-989-3254 and Nancy Brown 520-979-2569 nancybro5@aol.com www.facebook.com/SCOVGardenClub

Each year is different in the desert, but the month of August is typically known for heat, wind and rain. It’s also a blooming month for cholla, Indian paintbrush, barrel cactus, organ pipe, desert aster and AZ poppy. If you are thinking of making jelly or sauce, the prickly pear cactus is at the peak of ripeness this month.

Watch for the gila woodpeckers making new holes in the saguaros. They cut new holes in late summer in preparation for spring when they harden and become dry, ready for a new family.

Deadhead roses and flowering plants. Fertilize potted annuals, container cacti and succulents with a low nitrogen fertilizer. Continue enjoying colorful blooms such as trumpet flowers, morning glories, scarlet creepers and many others.

This is the last chance to become a member to have your name in the booklet. $5 pp, $8/cpl. Call Florence Duckett 520-825-1994.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 520-989-0062

www.havurahscov.com

What is havurah? The word is derived from the term “haver,” or friend in Hebrew. It also has the meaning of a “circle” or “joining.” Hence, a Havurah is a circle of friends joined together. Come join us and participate in our many and varied activities and events. All SCOV residents are welcome. Call David or Marilyn at 520-818-7880 for membership information Just a reminder that brown bag lunches, book club and bocce are on hiatus for the summer months.

We will be welcoming in the Jewish New Year with a Rosh Hashanah dinner Monday, September 30, 5 PM, Auditorium.

The following week, Wednesday, October 9, 6 PM, Native American Rooms, there will be a Break the Fast dairy dinner.

Further information including prices and tickets will be in the September Tipster.

Stay cool, and have a wonderful summer.

Republican Club Merritt McGlothlin 520-572-7853 merrittm@nationwide.net Third Tue., 3 PM, Activity Center

The Republican Club will not meet in August or September. We will meet in October and November of 2019 with no meeting in December.

2020 being an election year, we will again be meeting the third Tuesday of every month. Hope to see many and all this fall and next year.

Sun City Singles Pres. Pieter Rooker 520-441-9866 Ticket Sales Lenore Lev 917-796-8450 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 PM; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 PM

First time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities without becoming a member. After attending one time, you must become a member in order to attend future activities.

Martha LaMadrid will serve dinner Thursday, August 8, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Social hour 5:30 PM, seating 6 PM. Menu: salad, pork tenderloin with mango chutney,

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mashed potatoes with brown gravy, peas and carrots. Dessert is peach cobbler with whipped cream. Entertainment by Silver Belles, a female dance group from SaddleBrooke.

Happy hour, Friday, August 30, social hour, 5:30 PM, seating, 6 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Entertainment by Bill Ganz, Western legend and singer.

Singles golf, Sunday, August 4, 1:45 PM, The Views Golf Course.

Singles bocce, Thursday, August 1, 4:45 PM, Bocce Courts.

Ticket sales: Thu., Aug. 1, 10 AM-Noon and Fri., Aug. 2, 1-2 PM, Activity Center Lounge. Dinner tickets, $20 pp; happy hour appetizers, $10 pp Checks only, payable to Sun City Singles Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar., Apr. (Cinco de Mayo Fiesta) Fourth Mon., 7 PM, Catalina Vista

Plan to join us in the fall for our first meeting on Monday, October 28. Presentations in English. Dues $10 pp. Watch for information about Spanish language classes starting in September.

States Wisconsin Club

Anne Rusch 920-202-0008 annerusch@yahoo.com

Save the date: All residents and renters with Wisconsin ties are invited to join us for our annual party on Saturday, March 14, 2020. It’s a fun time to mingle with other Wisconsinites as you enjoy social hour, a catered dinner, and entertainment.

The party planning committee meets five times at 9 AM on the second Tuesday of the month beginning in November. Please consider volunteering to help plan our party. Assistance with door prizes, raffle sales, decorations, flyers or set-up would be greatly appreciated. We have a great team of friends working together. Please contact Anne for more information.

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

New members are welcome to our first meeting of the season, Thursday, September 19. Our Oktoberfest is scheduled for Sunday, October 20, in the Auditorium with German music and foods. Tasks are ongoing for our spring production to be held March 20-21. The theatre is busy planning great things for you.

Spring production sound crew, l to r: Paul Mercer, Dave Henderson and Suzan Jumelet

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Women’s Action Group of Oro Valley (WAG) Anne Munoz 253-905-7747 queenanne9@yahoo.com First Fri., 11 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball Room

WAG OV promotes positive, progressive political change on issues affecting women and families. After our July meeting at Catalina Visa, several of us headed to The Views Restaurant where we continued our discussions over lunch.

Come join in on the fun at WAG’s next meeting Friday, August 2, 11 AM, Catalina Vista/Mount Kimball Room.

SCOV Women’s Auxiliary Pres. Linda Wilkes 520-395-2370, VP Joyce Shaw 425-765-1415 Finance Debbie Francis 402-216-4227, Sec./Publicity Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723 Sep.-Apr., Second Tue., 9 AM, WC3 Our Auxiliary benefits Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse which helps victims of domestic abuse. Emerge! provides support and transitional housing to women and children in crisis. They help educate the community by providing presentations on domestic abuse, as well as counseling to child survivors on handling conflict, trauma and abuse. Donations needed include: • Gift cards: Fry’s, Safeway, Walmart, Walgreen’s, Target, etc.

• New personal care products: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, deodorant, etc.

• Baby items: diapers (sizes 4, 5 and 6), pull ups (sizes 3t, 4t and 5t), baby wipes.

We continue to collect gently used donations for our Fall Accessories Boutique scheduled for November 2. You may contact Elaine Deeter 520-825-5388 or Linda Wilkes 520395-2370 to donate jewelry; Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723 for scarves; Winnie Doefer 520-275-9441 for shoes; Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 for purses; Sue Hernandez 310-433-7473 for hats; Judy Hood 520-730-1519 for fashion jackets.

The Auxiliary does not meet during the summer. Our next meeting is Tuesday, September 10, 9 AM, WC3.

Dance

Ballroom - SC Starlight Marsha Scoles 520-825-2085 scstarlight.pres@gmail.com Jim Kasierski 520-954-4041 scstarlight.vp@gmail.com

With summer upon us, club members enjoyed staying cool and connected with friends as we kept up our dancing skills at the June dance.

Meanwhile, the current elected officers and bylaws subcommittee met to review and update the bylaws, at the July 10 members meeting.

“Beat the heat” open dance practice continues at the Auditorium on Wednesdays from 4-6 PM. Keep an eye on our new website https://scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance, for information on the upcoming professionally instructed dance lessons, October 9-November 13. Newer dancers will be offered beginner’s lessons, followed by a separate intermediate class for the more seasoned. Details will follow when you may sign up for either one. All this is in preparation for our upcoming dance season; kicking off with our first dance on Friday, October 18.

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Folk Dance Harvey Gardner 520-308-5616 savear@gmail.com Fri., 10 AM-Noon, AFC/Studio 2 Folk dancing is more fun than a treadmill and healthful exercise for balance, muscle, mind and mood. For most dances we hold hands in a circle to perform non-gymnastic steps to the enchantingly fascinating music and rhythms of diverse cultures (including our own). Neither partner nor prior experience needed. Typical dance sessions consist of 15 folk dances with instructions. Sitting out dances to rest is always acceptable. Drop by and come in to watch and see if this internationally-popular dance form is right for you. To see us in action online, do a Google search on FDCSCOV YouTube.

Jazz & More!

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

Jazz Barre and Hula Now are on hiatus for the month of August.

Be well, stay fit and have a happy rest of your summer.

See you in September.

Line - Sunliners Pres. Siva Raven 505-469-7505 sivaraven@gmail.com Membership Judy Widener judywidener@gmail.com scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners

Line Dance classes: We will have five classes in August with professional instructor Deanna Berthiaume in the nice and cool Auditorium. Classes prepaid monthly, $25 for five classes in August. The next Social is Saturday, August 10, 6-9 PM, Auditorium.

Join our fun, energetic coed group. Membership is $10, required for all activities.

Classes: Sat., August 3, 17 and 31

Intermediate 9-10 AM

Beginner 10:15-11:15 AM Thu., August 8 and 22

Beginner 2-3 PM

Intermediate 3-4 PM Practices: Mon. – Dance Studio

7-8 PM Beginners – Lynne Nelson Wed. – Dance Studio

2-3 PM Transition to Intermediate – Pam Ratz

4-5 PM Beginners – Lynne Nelson Thu. – Auditorium

2-3 PM Beginners – Debbie Allen and Friends

3-4 PM Intermediate – Siva Raven Check for additional changes in the calendar section of our website. Volunteer DJ needed for Saturday socials. Contact Pam Ratz 520-639-6549 if interested. Will train.

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SCOV Pickleball at Sunset

by Larry Walker Another spectacular Arizona sunset as Pickleball Club members enjoy a twilight game.

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Rock ‘N Roll Pres.

Francine Saccio 520-825-6526 scovrandrclub@gmail.com

Membership Chair Nate Norris scovrandrclub@gmail.com

By this time the SCOV Rock and Roll Club membership may have reached the cap of 375 members and is closed, or membership is open for enrollment until the cap is reached. Send in- Photo by Mark Wheeler quiries to scovrandrclub@gmail.com.

There is no dance in August. The new board officers assume responsibilities for the start of the new membership year, September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020. We have been in the process of booking bands for 2020 and those dates are filling up fast. Starting in 2020, all the dances will be on the last Saturday of every month in which there is a dance. This will make it easier to mark your calendars ahead of time. Enjoy our monsoon weather and we will see you in September. Rock on.

Totally Tapping for Fun Instructor Stephanie Consalvo 520-825-1932 stephaniec42.sc@gmail.com Fri., 9-10 AM, Activity Center/Dance Studio

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

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

This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.

We meet Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9 AM in the winter, 8 AM in the summer at the AFC pool. There is no fee to join the club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Being able to do a basic swim stroke is very helpful. Items used in the class are buoys, board, noodle, ball and fitness band. Most are available at the pool. 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. Don Faber faberdon07@gmail.com Sec. Jane Myerson jmyerson@gmail.com Instructor: Dawn Simske, Arthritis Foundation trained Mon., Wed., Fri., 10:15 AM, Apr.-Oct.; 1:30 PM, Nov.-Mar., AFC/Pool Come join us for gentle water exercises specifically designed by the Arthritis Foundation to help with range of motion and to relieve stiffness and pain. These exercises are great for arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced joints, etc. Classes are led by Dawn or students trained by her. Annual membership is $4. Please note: The outside air temperature must be 77 degrees or higher for the class to be held.

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Energetic Exercise Marty Siracusa 520-825-6961

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

Don’t let monsoon season wash you out. Come join us at the Activity Center for friendship and fitness with our professional instructor, Sally Martinez. She’ll get you moving with a variety of classes that give your body plenty of aerobic, strength, balance and stretch moves. She’s expert at keeping us seniors strong and flexible. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel.

New members are always welcome – men and women.

Your get-acquainted class is free. Annual dues are $3. Class tickets are a bargain: Only $30 for 12 classes.

Yoga Pres. Linda Caravello 520-603-5042 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com August class schedule listed below Monday: 8:30-10 AM, AFC 1&2, Rochelle Tuesday: 10:45-Noon, AFC 1&2, Torrey Wednesday: 8:15-9:30 AM, Dance Studio, Leah Thursday: 10:30-11:45 AM, Chair Yoga, Dance Studio, Kathy New day, time, and place for Tremor Yoga with Torrey. Beginning Thursday, October 3, 10:45-Noon, Desert Oasis.

Yoga will improve strength, flexibility, and balance.

Games

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, mostly freestyle, per workout. Some do more, a few do less.

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

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

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

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

Many medical professionals now recommend tai chi to help their patients improve balance and prevent falls. In our classes we enjoy learning the tai chi form. We also increase flexibility, strength, and learn to reduce stress. Our instructors, Jose Hernandez-Rivera and Donna Drazenovich, teach us how to apply tai chi principles to our daily lives.

New classes will begin in fall.

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Bridge Duplicate Bridge

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

Duplicate bridge is for all players who enjoy competing and playing against other teams. We are not an ACBL-sanctioned club and do not award Master Points. New players are always welcome, and we may be able to help you find a partner. Residents and renters with an Association Renter's Card can play twice before joining. Guests of residents may play twice. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early so we can begin on time. Bring exactly $1 pp for prize money each time you play.

Ladies Monday Social Bridge

Pres. Margot Rothenbuecher 520-825-9288 Mon., 1-3:30 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

Play social bridge in a friendly setting. We welcome new members.

Marathon Bridge

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

Looking for a Marathon Bridge group? Find a partner and join our club. We play once a month (your choice of date), October 2019 through April 2020. There is a onetime entry/ prize fee of $15 pp with no monthly game time fee. Call Dave or Tempe Johnson, 520-825-6994.

Mixed Social Bridge

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

The Mixed Social Bridge Club plays contract bridge in an informal, relaxed and fun environment. If needed, we will make a table of three or have a player float to ensure that everyone can play. 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. Please join us. We welcome new members.

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

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Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Rodney Letts, VP Louise Fraser, Treas. Mary Letts, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6:30 PM, Activity Center/Navajo/Hohokam

Attention: guys and dolls. The temperature is cool and the action is hot (well, sometimes). No secret codes or passwords are required. Grab your partner and your own personal lady luck and come join us. Only $1 each will get you in the game. Just 24 hands of rubber bridge. Should lady luck smile on you, you may take your entry back and then some. And should you bid a grand slam and make it, monetary riches will be yours. Arrive by 6:20 PM to secure your place and have refreshments.

Practice Bridge

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

Co-Pres. Rikki Harvey 520-219-5872, Kay Jacobs 520-825-8525 Wed., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

Note our new starting time: We are now beginning at 1 PM. Please arrive by 12:45 PM so we can begin promptly at 1 PM. We play year-round and everyone is welcome. Annual dues are just $2 but bring 50¢ each week for prize money.

Our rounds are timed to keep play moving and we change partners after six hands. We finish up by 4 PM. Come join us.

Bunco Fern 520-825-8127, Pat 520-825-7198 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Cribbage Robert Hines 520-825-2208 Mobile 520-240-1375 First and Third Thu., 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge Euchre Judee and Art Wickersham 520-245-1357 Becky and Kevin Reiley 815-631-0788 Bonnie and Wayne Klenda 509-548-5315 Mon., Meet 5:45 PM, Play 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

If you are interested in playing this easy, fast moving game, please join us. It will only cost you 50¢ for the evening. The room only accommodates 40, so do not be late if you want to play.

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

We invite all to come and enjoy the game of Five Crowns.

It’s a great way to meet new friends and have a very fun evening playing cards. We have two starting times: 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM. You need 12 dimes and one quarter for each game. If you enjoy playing cards, come join us.

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Gin Rummy Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Thu. and Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo We love to welcome new members. Team Gin Rummy is a fun game and easy to learn. Good people and good times.

Come and give us a try; very low stakes.

Mah Jongg Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 jaybeyou@hotmail.com Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis

We play all summer. There is always a cool game of Mah Jongg to be had. New members welcome.

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

If you enjoy a challenge, come observe our game of Pan (Panguingue). It’s a very interesting and fun game. We would love to have you join us to 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 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night.

The third Wednesday is birthday night. If your skills are a little rusty, we will get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues are $6 pp.

Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker

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

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

The dealer antes 25¢. All games are high-low except for Texas hold’em and crazy pineapple which are high only. Stakes are 25¢ for the early round of bets and 50¢ for the last two rounds.

Contact Steve Dirks for a Word document with the full club rules and a detailed description of the games.

Men’s Friday Poker

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

We play easy-going, informal poker with low stakes. Games are all high only, five-card draw, five-card stud, seven-card stud, Texas hold ‘em, Omaha and criss/iron 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 Joe 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

Bill Wallace 520-818-6747 Fri., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

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Sheepshead - Shauskopf Terry Rohr 520-818-1936 terryaz34@msn.com Tue., 10 AM, Desert Oasis

Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners

Mike Moyer 520-818-6509 mmoyerpp@gmail.com Oct.-May, Mon., 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

This fun, mixed, a cappella Barbershop chorus had a great year and will be taking a rest during the summer months. We will start up again in late October or early November. Watch the October Tipster for details. Meanwhile, get together with some friends and just keep singing. Have a safe, fun and harmonious summer.!

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Zona Boss 520-638-6644, Colleen Cottrell 520-825-8393 Wed., 1:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Please note we will be meeting at our summer location, Catalina Vista, until October.

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 instruments. Drums and instruments are provided for guests.

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

Looking forward to seeing you at Catalina Vista.

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

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

Soprano, alto, tenor and bass recorders are welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided. Just one hour every week. SCOV visitors welcome.

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

We continue to practice at 10 AM Tuesdays at the Desert Oasis during the summer months. Those who might be interested in joining the group are welcome to sit in and play with us. We have loaner ukes available.

Sports Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres.

Mitch Small 412-897-8731, VP Lynn Lamb 913-915-4676

Electric Assist Bikes, Mike Hulett 218-329-2929 Membership Tom and Bonnie Bethea Mon., Wed., Fri., 1200 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.

www.vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org

Vistoso Cyclists boasts membership of nearly 200 riders.

We ride year-round to preplanned destinations in Tucson and surrounding areas, using both city streets and dedicated bike paths. Occasionally away rides start from a distant location. Weekly mountain bike options take a few of us to the beautiful Tortolita rangelands, containing some of the highest-rated single track bike trails in the nation. Our group ride options are from 25-50 miles, and we always make time for a coffee stop midway. Those who ride with the Women on Wheels group have their own agenda providing routes of 12-30 miles.

We sponsor social events, participate in Wheels for Kids charity and are involved with fundraising for the Interfaith Community Food Bank, raising over $43,000 last year.

If you are a resident and love to ride a bike, check out our website above.

Billiards Pres. Tom Caswell 612-396-8254 tcas5171@yahoo.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

Birders Group Mona Connoy 520-818-7923

Next planning meeting Fri., Sep. 27, 4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup

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

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All residents are welcome to bird with us and attend our next planning meeting September 27. Enjoy your summer.

Miller Canyon on a cold birding day, May 2019

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

Mon., Wed., Fri., 7 PM, Bocce Courts

Bocce Club’s celebration of its 30th anniversary continues with a Moonlight Madness tournament August 12-16. Teams will compete using creatively changed Rules of Play, and The 4 Bankers and the Runza Cheeseheads teams prizes will be given for tied for first place in the Summer Fling tournament the ugliest shirt, silliest hat, and craziest team/cheerleading-squad name.

Bocce is fun, easy to learn, and can be enjoyed by people of most ages and abilities. Newcomers are always welcome.

Drop in at the courts a few minutes before play starts on club evenings or attend one of the free bocce lessons being offered by club members August 8, September 12 or October 10, 7-9 PM, at the Bocce Courts.

Visit our website for more photos and information.

Gun Club David Ilse 520-818-3279 dvdilse@gmail.com Oct.-Apr., Second Wed., 2 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

The Gun Club is focused on the safe and responsible use of firearms. We enjoy our many speakers who focus on shooting ranges, laws, conceal and carry, sales, transportation of firearms and other facets related to responsible use.

The next meeting will be in October. We welcome visitors, and if you wish to join after a meeting, the annual dues are $5/household.

Hiking Pres. Byron Wolffing 520-284-7889 Orientation hike guide Meg Gerken 520-638-7204 www.scovhiking.org to see all scheduled hikes

Hikes continue through the summer, just not as often as other times of the year. Check the website to see what is scheduled. Hikes will start earlier or be at higher elevations to escape some of the heat. Be sure to bring more water than you think you’ll need, salty snacks and maybe an electrolyte drink. Don’t forget to apply plenty of sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat. Whether you are away for the summer or staying here in SCOV, stay safe and enjoy getting out on the trail.

Horseshoes Ray Coleman 520-825-2789 Ron Knudson 520-825-9307 Oct.-Apr., Tue., Thu., 2 PM; May-Sep., 8 AM The Pits at Catalina Vista

Welcome to horseshoes. If you are looking for an exciting activity that requires little or no experience, you have found it.

Everyone is welcome, nothing is needed. There are no fees, and horseshoes are available. Come Tuesday or Thursday.

Call for more information. Read more about horseshoes on www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horseshoes.

Get outdoors, enjoy our wonderful weather and get good exercise. See you at the horseshoe pits.

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Pickleball Pres. Jeff Rusch jffrusch@yahoo.com VP Membership Dave Burnham dburnhampton@gmail.com Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org Easy to learn, easy to play is what they say about pickleball.

Small court and lower net make it easy for players to master the court.

Only one-fourth the size of a tennis court with light weight paddles and balls. It only takes two or three steps to cover your half of the court since play is most often doubles.

Serves are underhand making it easy on the arms and shoulders.

Couples like to play as most games are played coed. Small Judy and MaryAnne at a recent court makes for small talk while tournament playing and while watching. Games are short and normally only last 10-15 minutes giving time to rest between games. What other paddle game can you learn in one hour and play for the rest of your life? Our club has lessons on demand during summer with free loaner paddles.

Contact us for more information or go to our custom website.

POP Tennis Pres. Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com VP Barbara Satterly 520-825-8965 craftylady838@aol.com Tue., Wed., Thu., Sat. 7:30-10 AM, Desert Oasis Courts

Racquetball Pres. Michael Pidone 520-825-2369 VP Al Lichaa 520-606-8829 Sec./Tres. Hart Wagner 520-825-4175 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-11 AM, AFC/Racquetball Court

Table Tennis Co-Chairs: Francie Galbraith 520-447-5834 francieg49@gmail.com Barbara Milbourn 615-394-1770 barbaramilbourn@comcast.net

Men and women of all playing levels are welcome. We are a fun and inclusive group who enjoy the benefits of fitness and flexibility (and sometimes a little friendly competition) that playing table tennis offers. Tables are at Catalina Vista; paddles and balls are available in a tub in our section of the cupboard. We also have videos to inspire you and improve your game. Please note that on Open Play days near the start time, it is not guaranteed that someone will be there to play with, so bring a partner or three.

Hours of Club Play

Women Men/Women Open Play Open Club Play

Tue., 1:30-3:30 PM Tue., 5-8 PM; Thu., 5:30-8:30 PM Fri., 4-8 PM Sat., 9-10 AM upon request, 10 AM-Noon

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Tennis Pres. Larry Wall 248-701-1044 larryandmaureenwall@gmail.com Treas. Sherwin Koopmans 520-818-6337 Men’s tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 7-11 AM, Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918 Ladies tennis, Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-11 AM, Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452, Suzanne Kellam 520-505-4599 Mixed doubles, Sun., 1-3 PM, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474

One longstanding and fun tradition of the Tennis Club is to conduct three tournaments for club members: mixed doubles, men’s doubles, and women’s doubles. Champions of these three tournaments were celebrated at the club’s meeting this spring.

Champions of three tennis tournaments Now that daytime temperatures reach 100 degrees, club members still are committed to their tennis action. Some members arise at 4:30 AM to enjoy playing during the “cool” conditions at daybreak. All SCOV residents or guests of a resident are welcome to use our wonderful tennis courts.

Wallyball Pres. Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com Treas./Sec. Chris Baird cbaird6224@gmail.com Recreational Wallyball: Wed., Fri., 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Court Competitive Wallyball: Tue., Thu., 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Court Why Wallyball?* “Wouldn’t your life be better if you could look forward to your cardiovascular exercise rather than looking for ways to get out of it? It is difficult to find exercises that will both strengthen your heart and lungs, and are fun and social.

Treadmills, stationary bikes and ellipticals get the job done, but they are solitary and just aren’t much fun. Wallyball is a soft competition sport played with co-ed teams of four. Not only is it social but one hour of Wallyball burns 408 calories for a 150 pound person. Because of the running and jumping involved in regular play, Wallyball provides great health benefits like increased bone density, stamina, weight control and balance.” *Courtesy of sequoiahealth.com/wallyball.

Water Volleyball Pres. Dick “Paco” Munson 520-225-9080 dmunson47@gmail.com VP Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com Treas. Linda Stawiski 520-638-8846 stawas@comcast.net Competitive Mon., 1-3 PM; Casual Thu., Sun., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis Summer is here and the pool at the Desert Oasis is a great way to stay cool. The number of players on Thursdays and Sundays has been great.

We’ve gotten a few new members recently. This is a very good time to join our club and see how how we play.

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Travel

Day Trippers Chair Warren Cuthbert 520-818-1282 Vice-Chair Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Membership Carol Guibert and Barbara Phillips Second Fri., 9 AM, Activity Center/Navajo

Sat., Aug. 17, Hummingbird banding and dinner. Adopt and name your own hummingbird for $25. $55 pp. Monitor: Laura Suchocki, 520-612-7226 Sat., Sep. 28, Barbeque catered by BrushFire, 4-7 PM, Auditorium.

BYOB. $22 pp. Monitor: Laura Suchocki, 520-612-7226 Thu.-Sun., Oct. 3-6, Verde Canyon trip. $1,106 per couple ($553 pp), $720 single. Monitor: Laura Suchocki, 520-612-7226 Be sure to bring your checkbook to every meeting.

RV Club - Sundowners

Pres. Larry Castriotta 503-222-7000 LarryCastriotta@gmail.com

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

Second Mon., Oct.-May, 9 AM, Catalina Vista

First the club news. There is none, as most of us are cruising around in our RVs, escaping the 100 degree temperatures of Tucson. The next club trip planned is Cochise County ghost towns, November 11-15. New members welcome, call Larry or John and we will get you on-board. Check out our website for tips and vendors for RV storage, repair and other RV services. Next general meeting is Monday, October 14.

While on our big RV road trip, we ran across these merry prankster wannabes outside Moab. They were finishing up rafting trips on the Colorado and Green Rivers. I don’t know where they were going next, but it was obvious they were getting there in style.

“School’s Out Forever!” Ken Kesey would be proud

Pre-emergent weed control will be sprayed in the common areas in August or September, depending on rain forecast.

Sprayed rocks will be a blue-ish green. Please keep pets off the rocks when you observe this color.

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Town of Oro Valley Oro Valley Parks & Recreation has just launched CIVICREC, making it even easier for residents to connect with programs, classes and events. CIVICREC is the new, intuitive and easy-to-navigate online recreation system. It allows you to search and register for community activities and events, manage your account and make payments, even from a smartphone or tablet. Registration is easy. Visit OroValleyAZ.gov and click on the large CIVICREC banner at the top of the page. All users will need to create a new account, and then you’re set. For questions or assistance, please call Parks and Recreation at 520-544-1900.

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.

AA Cora S. 520-539-7147 coras@q.com Mon., 12:30 PM, Artisan Center/Stained Glass Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com Tue., 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Alzheimer’s Education and Support Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639 Last Tue., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

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

Cancer Support Facilitator: Laura Held 520-447-5170 lmheld@comcast.net.

First Wed., 4:15-5:15 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The focus of this group is on present feelings and responses to pre-cancer, current and post-cancer. Laura M. Held, a retired oncology nurse, cancer survivor and SCOV resident, facilitates the group.

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

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

Catalina Public Library Art Lovers Book Club The Art Lovers Book Club, co-sponsored by the SCOV Library and SaddleBrooke Library, will not meet over the summer. The next meeting will be Friday, October 11, at the Dewhirst Catalina Public Library, 15631 N. Oracle Rd., Catalina.

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

Bill Bable, an SCOV resident who has had diabetes for almost 50 years, leads the group.

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Grief Support Ester Leutenberg 520-818-0016 ester36@gmail.com First Tue., 2-3 PM

This grief support group is for anyone who is grieving any type of loss. Call Ester for more information.

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

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

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

Survivors of a Loved One Who Died By Suicide Contact Ester Leutenberg 520-818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Survivors of a loved one who died by suicide have unique grief issues and struggles. It is helpful to talk with others who understand.

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

One of our clients shared a tip that some of you may not know about: Online grocery ordering from Walmart.com.

She placed her order and the same day a neighbor picked it up at the mobile pick-up site in the parking lot, where they load everything into the car. The website is easy to navigate.

Typing in a key word allows you to see all items in stock, so you can choose brand, size, etc. Safeway, Fry’s and Amazon offer similar services. It is a great option for folks who are mobility disabled.

If you need assistance, call 520-447-0077. If we cannot answer, leave your name and number for a call back.

Wheels for Kids Dick Swain 920-217-2610 or Tom Terfehr 520-789-7243 www.azwfk.org

Wheels for Kids is a 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to providing rehabbed bicycles for kids in need in the Tucson area.

To date, we’ve provided over 2,200 bikes to various other 501(c)(3) charities who then distribute the bikes to their clients. Some of our partner organizations are Youth On Their Own, El Grupo, Refugee Focus and Tucson Boys and Girls Club. Wheels for Kids is a total volunteer effort. We need mechanics. If you are interested, we’ll train you. Visit our website for more information and how to donate bikes or financial support. Help kids experience the same joy you had when you got your first bike.

YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary Kris Cohen 520-818-2582 krisandearl@msn.com Thanks to all who participated in the Back to School collection supporting over 2,000 Youth On Their Own (YOTO) students.

Another way to assist YOTO is by signing up with Amazon Smile and shopping at smile.amazon.com. Each time you purchase on Amazon.com through the Amazon Smile program, Amazon donates 0.5% of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to YOTO. Support YOTO when you shop through Fry’s Community Rewards Program. Sign up with your V.I.P. Card on the Fry’s website and select YOTO as the organization you support using code 27567. Once enrolled, you’ll earn rewards for YOTO every time you shop with your V.I.P Card.

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Extended Community

Volunteer Opportunities

Catalina State Park Concert Series Music in the Mountains Concert Series holds a concert the first Saturday of summer months. Join us at Catalina State Park. All-day admission to the park is $7 per vehicle (up to four adults) and includes the concert. Feel free to bring snacks, drinks and a chair or take a hike before the show.

• Saturday, August 3, 6 PM, Jaye Parks and the Show Cats. A mix of 70’s folk, old standards, modern tunes and originals.

• Saturday, September 7, 6 PM, Brian Berggoetz Band with Grey Skies Blue performing jazz, rock, funk and blues fused together for an original sound.

Military Veterans Needed Have you ever wanted to give back and volunteer to help other veterans? Help me organize SCOV vets to interact with teenage recruits at the recruiting station, vets in hospice or VA hospital, and at local high schools. Contact Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 or mclabarb@aol.com.

Faith Health Alliance North Free conference on caregiving. Faith Health Alliance North (FHAN) sponsors a free annual conference addressing issues of health and aging. This year’s conference focuses on the caregiver. It will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 1-3:30 PM, Mountain Vista United Methodist Church, 3001 E. Miravista Ln., Tucson, AZ 85739. Caregiving can be challenging, demanding and unrelenting, but for the right person, with the proper support system, it can also be a rewarding experience. Register by calling 928-351-7545 or email at FHANworkshops@gmail.com.

Suzan Jumelet observed these bobcats in a tree watching a coyote below.

Shortly after, the younger cat came down and playfully interacted with the coyote

Sunliners Dance Club Help wanted: Do you have an inner DJ just dying to get out? The Sunliners Dance Club is looking for volunteers to DJ their social events. Events are held on the second Saturday in December, February, April, June, August and October, 6 to 9 PM. A fun night of dancing, food and friendship awaits. No experience required, will train. Please contact our social chair, Pam Ratz 520-639-6549.

Sycamore Canyon Academy Located in Oracle, Arizona, north of Tucson, Sycamore Canyon Academy is a residential program that offers young men ages 12-18, opportunities to build productive and meaningful futures for themselves and their communities.

Various volunteer hours and days are available. Make your own schedule; no long-term commitment is necessary. Opportunities available in maintenance, kitchen (meal preparation and serving), arts and crafts leaders, mentoring, gardening and mechanics. To apply, email maria.romero@ rop.com 520-896-9391, ext. 5112.

Cooper’s Hawk photographed by Clive Probert

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

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

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HELP WANTED: Sycamore Canyon Academy in Oracle, AZ. Awake Night Staff (provides supervision while students are asleep), 9 PM-7AM, various nights available; ORR Case Managers, Spanish speaking required; ORR Clinician, Spanish speaking required. Sycamore Canyon Academy is a residential program that offers young men ages 12-18, opportunities to build productive and meaningful futures for themselves and their communities. To apply, contact maria.romero@rop.com, 520-896-9391 ext. 5112. Transportation to and from the facility is available.

FOR RENT: Four rentals available; all with views. 1,100 to 2,200 sq. ft. Fully furnished, king in master, front and back patios. Golf car available. Discounted for four months or more. 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. Please use this link for pictures, rates, reservation calendars and other information: https://goo.gl/DNxrjz FOR RENT: Tastefully upgraded and furnished throughout. 2 BR/2 BA. Queen in master, full in guest room. Greet and meet neighbors and watch the sunset while enjoying Catalina Mountain view from courtyard/patio. Within walking distance of the Activity Center and all recreational amenities. Two-month minimum, $2,700/ mo. Sep.-Nov.; $3,200/mo. Dec.-Apr.; $1,500/mo. May-Aug. Year-round considered.

N/S, N/P. For more information and photos, contact mar54sal@gmail.com.

FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA furnished home in SCOV. King in master, queen in guest bedroom. Dish TV, WiFi, N/S, N/P. Covered patio with great views. Golf cart included.

Oct. and Nov. 2019, $2,700. Dec. 2019 and Jan. 2020, $3,100. Two-month minimum.

For pictures, call Steve at 989-578-9477 or email srklenow@hotmail.com.

FOR RENT: Updated and beautifully furnished vacation home. 1,499 sq. ft. Sonoran model. AZRM and fully-equipped kitchen overlook furnished patio with gas grill, open desert and views of Catalina Mts. Split plan, king in master, queen in guest which can be used as an office. Tile floor throughout. Seasonal rates include all utilities, WiFi, cable, Roku, W/D, 2 car garage. Strict N/S, N/P. Available Nov. and Dec., 2019 and May-Dec. 2020. Call 413-579-1729 or email noreenweb@gmail.com.

FOR RENT: 13798 N. Lobelia Way; 2 master BR, 1 king, 1 queen, 3 full bath, 1 den, complete rehab. Full mountain view, porcelain tile, 1 car garage spot, 1 golf cart spot, cable, WiFi. $1,200 security deposit, $170 cleaning fee, N/P, N/S, utilities included.

Sep. 2019, $2,200. ajleane@gmail.com, 708-363-2417.

WANTED TO RENT: House for March and April 2020. Previous SCOV renters with references. Contact Carol 406-670-7551 or fleckcarol@hotmail.com.

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

HOME WATCH: Karl’s Home Watch Service is committed to keeping a watchful eye on your home while you’re away. Karl, a Sun City facilities monitor and full-time SCOV 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, karl.leiderman@gmail.com.

HOUSE CLEANING: Call 360-961-6963 for information.

WINDOW WASHING: Alex Parson 520-867-5591. $5.00 per window to wash outside of windows. Includes: remove and wash screens. Interior windows, add $1.00 per window. SCOV resident referrals available.

PET SITTER: I give loving care to your fur babies in your home while you are away. I am a new SCOV resident and have many references from previous clients. Reasonable fees. Debbie Tuttle, 760-600-6745, captaindeb6453@gmail.com.

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

Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts

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