Sun City Oro Valley Tipster July 2019

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

Photo by Leslie Esparza

Tipster July 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

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

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

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-4:30 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

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

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.

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

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

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Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 July 2019, Page 2Room 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 lougard789@gmail.com

SCOV Sidewalks

by Lou Gard On May 5, the Town of Oro Valley (TOV) Town Council approved the repeal of TOV Code, Chapter 7, Article 5. Prior to this action each homeowner was responsible for the repair and maintenance of sidewalks adjacent to their property, even though the sidewalk was within the street right of way, which the TOV controlled. The TOV is now responsible for the inspection and repair of sidewalks in the street right of way.

This is good news for our homeowners. Now the homeowner does not bear the responsibility and cost of any repair if there is a raised section of sidewalk. A sidewalk will need to be repaired if there is a one half inch or more rise between two squares of the sidewalk, or two squares have heaved and both have risen up causing an uneven walkway. Either may cause a trip hazard to pedestrians. SCOV has already marked some of the sidewalks in our community that need repair.

Two of the most common reasons for an uneven sidewalk are a root pushes one of the sidewalk squares up or during construction the compaction was not adequate, causing squares to sink below adjacent squares. If you feel you have an issue with a sidewalk that has risen or sunken the onehalf inch or more, contact Jessica Hynd jhynd@orovalleyaz. gov and report the issue.

Coffee and Conversation with the General Manager and a Board Member

An informal exchange of information.

Wednesday, July 17, 11 AM-Noon Activity Center/Hohokam

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 7 Golf.................................................. 9 Coming Events.............................. 11 Workshops and Classes................. 12 For Your Information..................... 12 Thank You Corner......................... 12

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

Emergency Information Each week, one of the department managers is assigned to answer the emergency SCOV telephone line. That person is known as the MOD or Manager on Duty by the staff. It rotates from week to week, and each manager is on duty for one week, about once every nine weeks.

Towards the end of May, I took my regular turn at the rotation. One night during the week, I received a call on the emergency line. I was told by the resident, who made the call, that her neighbor’s light was flashing on and off. Normally this indicates some kind of an emergency, and the concerned neighbor was alerting me to the blinking light. I checked the phone directory and called the number listed for the residence. The lady that answered informed me that she had moved out of the home a few months before.

I immediately notified the Oro Valley Police Department who dispatched an officer to the scene. Within a few minutes, the officer called me. He was at the residence and found no one would answer the door. No doors or windows were open and he could get no response from inside when he knocked on the windows. The officer and I were concerned that a resident may be in distress inside and unable to respond.

I met the officer at the Welcome Center where I searched our emergency contact numbers only to find out we had record of emergency contacts for both neighbors on each side of the home, but the owner had not given us information to contact them in case of emergency for the home involved.

The assistant general manager came down and was able to retrieve the owner’s information from the computer files.

The police officer called the owner only to find out the owner was not living in the home and a painter must have flipped the switch not realizing what it was for.

Had this been an actual emergency situation, not having the emergency contact information could have cost precious time. Assessing this situation took an additional 10 minutes that could have been crucial to a resident’s welfare.

Please submit your emergency contact information to the staff at the Welcome Center right away [for all homes you own in SCOV] and help us to help you.

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What’s Inside

Memoriam..................................... 12 Clubs............................................. 13 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 13 Continuing Education................. 16 Cultural & Social......................... 17 Dance......................................... 19 Exercise...................................... 22

Games........................................ 23 Music.......................................... 24 Sports......................................... 25 Travel.......................................... 27 Partnered Organizations............... 28 Extended Community................... 28 Volunteer Opportunities............... 29 Classifieds...................................... 29

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

Keep Up with Technology Through the Vistoso Computer Society

by Paul Sherwood

V

istoso Computer Society (aka “the club”) is the com- is taking by commissioning membership surveys to better puter club for Sun City Oro Valley. As such we are align the club’s educational activities with the needs of the pleased to offer our residents introduction and train- membership, so that we can offer topics of current interest ing in many aspects of computers, mobile devices, smart de- in the club’s general membership meetings. Plans for the upcoming year include a focus on security, since many members vices–in short, anything technology-related.

Many think that a computer club is only for geeks. At SCOV, are experiencing problems with malware.

In addition, due to interest expressed in the survey, we plan Vistoso Computer Society offers something for anyone wishing to use current technology. For us, technology includes all to develop limited Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These will focus on specific technolcomputers and computerogy areas: Apple computrelated devices like printers, ers and devices, Windows scanners, modems, routers computers and devices, as well as all mobile deetc. Establishment of a SIG vices including cell phones will depend exclusively on (of all kinds), tablets and member interest. The basic mini-computers. Then, of idea here is to convene an course, there is the Interinformal gathering of memnet of Things (IoT) including bers with similar interests door bells, security camand talk about those intereras, refrigerators, washing ests. Participating memmachines, dryers, to say bers may be asked to help nothing of CarPlay in newer lead a discussion if they automobiles. have special knowledge Recently, the club conof interest to the group. ducted a survey of its mem- The Computer Learning Center located in the Welcome Center offers hands-on learning.

While we’ve attempted bership regarding needed Paul Sherwood photo. this previously, there was programs. The response was tremendous and we now have guidelines for general meeting not enough participation to actually launch any groups. Givtopics as well as suggestions as to how the club might better en the high level of interest expressed in the survey, we will once again offer the focused discussions only available within serve its membership.

To help residents better understand and utilize technology, a SIG. We also are planning presentations relating to personal classes are offered regularly during the winter. These classes include Microsoft products, Google products and Apple prod- health requirements and the IoT, artificial intelligence and others.

Consisting of 27 desktop computers (17 PCs and 10 MACs), ucts as well as focused discussions on the IoT. Going forward, we will plan in-lab classes on specific topics requested by the the Computer Learning Center (CLC) offers club members acmembership to include the use of spreadsheets, word proces- cess to a variety of software and hardware training opportunisors, saving/managing photos, surfing the Internet and others. ties. All the computers are protected by state-of-the-art softAn interesting request received in the survey was classes ware which returns each machine to a predetermined state on computer troubleshooting. Members will be asked to indi- after each use. This software allows students to freely use the cate what kind of troubles should be addressed. We will also machines during class without regard to whether their work schedule topic-specific help sessions during our normal win- will do anything to the machine. It will not. Further, this software completely deletes all records so no email addresses or ter season help sessions.

Further, private one-on-one help sessions are available by any other personal information is left on the computer.

The club also reaches out to other clubs in SCOV with an appointment. Please call the club’s Help Desk, 520-329-7661.

No request for help is too small or considered unreasonable. offer of access to the CLC for training purposes. Multiple clubs All of us need help with our computers at one time or another. have done so.

General meetings are open to all SCOV residents. The All club activities appear on the club’s website, scovcomputer.com. A live calendar as well as attached documents listing club’s board invites all club members to attend and participate classes are available. Go to the “Class Schedule” page and in all board meetings. For additional information call the club’s president Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661. scroll to the bottom for hot links to attached schedules.

The club board of directors evaluates the direction the club

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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070 After Hours Association Related Emergencies Water is running from an Association building; what do you do? There are times when the residents may spot something that needs to be brought to management’s attention immediately, and the Administration Office is closed. What is the process? On page 2 of every Tipster, bottom right corner, the procedure is listed. It states: “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 and no monitor is available, please contact the emergency line.” Tell a monitor first. If none is available, call 825-1161. There is a manager on duty that has access to vendors to address emergencies. Please remember this is for Association-related emergencies only. If your concern is a personal emergency, call 911 or the appropriate vendor (plumber, etc.). If it’s not an emergency, please call back during business hours.

Programs/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Fun at Home July brings us our usual great free 4th of July celebration from the Sun City Singers, along with an ice cream treat. Also this year there are other events in the community. The Views Restaurant and Pro Shop will be running special events. With all this going on you won’t have to leave SCOV for a fun day.

More information will be on the bulletin boards about these events.

It is also time to remind you that many of our emergency calls for residents during the summer are caused by people being dehydrated. Please remember to take a drink of water about every half hour. As the saying goes, “Sometimes if you are thirsty, it’s too late.” Have a safe summer.

Community Services - Katy Mosier Office Hours Mon.-Fri., 9-11 AM, Welcome Center kmosier@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8058 Communicating with Your Neighbor At times, residents come in with complaints about the behavior of their neighbors. Sometimes these concerns are legitimate, and sometimes, they result from misunderstanding or misinformation. The key to a clearer understanding of a situation is communication. Speaking with your neighbors can have benefits. Set the stage for open interchange of thoughts and opinions with positive actions. Respect, kindness, courtesy, support and flexibility are taught to most of us from the time we are knee-high.

For example, if a situation presents itself, offer to do a favor for a neighbor. If you see someone struggling to carry a heavy object, suggest that you help. If you notice an opportunity to compliment them or give support, take advantage of it and offer a kind word. If you need help, don’t feel shy about asking for assistance as well.

Be proactive. Care for your own yard and remove debris that can blow into a neighbor’s yard. This is especially important during your absence. Ask yourself: “Is it courteous to let weeds and fallen plant/tree debris from monsoon activity

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collect in my yard? Should I wait until just before I return to have the landscaper clean it up?” Mature trees and shrubs need to be pruned back regularly. If you can’t do the yard maintenance on your own, consider hiring a professional landscaper to do the job.

Keep pets quiet and under control. Always pick up your dog’s waste in your own yard. When you are out walking your dog, take a bag for dog waste.

Neighbors who look out for each other are powerful in keeping our community safe and strong.

Unit # 1 2 3 3 4 4 5 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 10 12 12 12 14 15 17 17 17 18 11A

Welcome New Neighbors – May Name From Linda & John Terp Marlene & William Poellot Kathleen & Thomas Maleitzke Bonnie Halchin-Smith & Patrick Smith Deborah Lambert & Steve Halliday Nan & Jerry Smalley Patti & Matthew Westby Mary Bradshaw Diane & Rob Coleman Mary & Richard Einwald Kathy & Jerry Gregersen JoAnne & Bruce Courage Christine & Andrew Ludwig Karen & David Burnham Joy Polhemus & Joe Reagan Laurie & George Brown Lisa & Brian Hunter Karen & Michael Brasch Colleen & Michael LaBarbera Linda Erickson & Terry Loffelmacher Deborah & Anthony Reed Judith Prawdzik-Dolton & Douglas Dolton John Kenning Penny Simon-Nielsen & Richard Nielsen Mary Elizabeth Petterssen Jane & Thomas Holland Amy & Daniel Briggs

Schaumburg, IL Randolph, WI Shoreview, MN Columbus, OH Bellingham, WA Columbia Falls, MT Nine Mile Falls, WA Marana, AZ Cheyenne, WY Medina, OH Apple Valley, MN Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Olympia, WA Camas, WA Shelton, WA Camas, WA Newburgh, IN Tillamook, OR Tucson, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Poulsbo, WA La Grange, KY Ann Arbor, MI Hayden, ID

May 2019 Housing Resale Information Resales 2019 2018

For the Month 28 16 2018 Total Sold - 205

YTD 97 119

2019: Active Listings as of 5/31/2019............................. 8 2018: Active Listings as of 5/31/2018........................... 20 Source: TARMLS®

May 2019 Average Age of New Owners:

66.1

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Money MATTERS

SUN CITY ORO VALLEY

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

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

May

Actual

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

289,931 55,390 146,025 8,992 104,826 15,066 49,311 669,541

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

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

Supplies & Expenses Depreciation Total Expenses

$ $ $ $ $ $

(94,859) 574,682

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

322,390 67,015 78,315 16,550 154,632 115,000 753,902

Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses

$ $

(129,927) 623,975

$

(49,293)

Results of Operations

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first ten months of the 2018-2019 fiscal year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found on our website www.suncityorovalley.com. Log in after hovering over the Members tab and selecting Financials. At this page you will find the monthly Financial Statements as well as the Annual Budget for the current Fiscal Year and a copy of the Annual Budget for the coming year.

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11 Months 2018-2019

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4,350,189 380,838 1,657,629 164,647 1,146,299 169,342 428,183 8,297,127

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

4,350,189 347,976 1,404,800 173,467 922,500 33,000 313,512 7,545,444

$ (1,085,000) $ (13,368) $ (24,880) $ (16,206) $ (650,398) $ 6,507,275

$ $ $ $ $ $

(1,085,000) (27,368) (24,880) (11,500) (420,649) 5,976,047

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,280,159 548,156 763,592 104,430 1,114,906 1,265,000 7,076,243

$ (1,333,964) $ 6,099,851

$ $

(1,265,000) 5,811,243

$

$

3,409,767 746,985 714,492 89,840 1,207,731 1,265,000 7,433,815

407,424

164,804

The Finance & Budget Committee will be on hiatus until October 2019. Meetings will resume at their normal time and location on Monday, October 28, 2 PM, WC3.

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

Randy Trenary, Controller

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

During the quieter summer months, we’ll be offering free training/help sessions on how you can better use our library website from home to maximize your library experience. Do you want to know how to find out which John Grisham books you have read or if you’ve seen a certain movie? Want to create or cancel a reserve or renew an item from home?

How about creating a wish list with some of the books and movies you’d like to read or watch later? Sessions will be held in the Welcome Center Computer Learning Center.

Please sign up in the library to reserve a space.

Library Webopac Training Sessions Thursday, July 11, 9:30-11 AM Thursday, July 18, 9:30-11 AM Depending on demand, after the first two sessions we may offer informal drop-in sessions on Thursdays. Watch for further announcements on the TV bulletin boards, posters in the library and “This Week in SCOV.”

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise and Fitness Exercise improves your sleep. Poor sleep is not an automatic consequence of aging, and quality sleep is important for your overall health. It often improves sleep, helping you fall asleep more quickly and sleep more deeply.

Exercise boosts mood and self-confidence. Endorphins produced by exercise can actually help you feel better and reduce feelings of sadness or depression. Being active and feeling strong naturally helps you feel more self-confident and sure of yourself.

Exercise is good for the brain. It benefits regular brain functions and can help keep the brain active, which can prevent memory loss, cognitive decline and dementia. Exercise may even help slow the progression of brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s.

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, July 9, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. They will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, July 10, 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 A Note from the AHC Chairperson One of the more challenging issues a functional medicine health coach faces is improving the quality of sleep as one

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ages. Sleep is the time your body needs to rest and recover. If you feel as if you are not getting adequate sleep, the committee has a resource sheet on “Suggestions for Better Sleep.” To request a copy, email Rita at the above address.

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 October 2.

A reminder that it is important to stay hydrated throughout the day. Water is still considered the overall best hydrator. Keep your water nearby. Possible signs of dehydration: thirst, kidney stones, cramping, rapid but weak pulse or passing out, to mention just a few. Being properly hydrated is also very important for certain medications to work.

When using the AFC pool, avoid laying on and going over the lane guide ropes. Please go under.

The committee always values and invites your input.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer.

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

ARC will not meet on July 23 and August 27 so that committee members can work on updating SCOV Development Standards.

Some SCOV homeowners display the United States flag in their yards on holidays such as July 4th, Independence Day. Others display the U.S. flag year-round. All homeowners must follow the U.S. Federal Flag Code found at www.usa.gov/flag and SCOV Development Standards 2.9, Flag Poles. Flag poles may be installed in the front or rear area of the home. The U.S. flag may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness. Illumination, including solar lighting mounted on the flag pole, or noise from cables clanging against the pole during windy days, shall not be a nuisance to neighbors. The ARC must approve a homeowner’s plan to install a flag pole prior to installation.

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

The paper directory will go to press soon. Check both the online directory and the paper directory to ensure your listing is correct.

All changes for the paper directory must be submitted no later than Friday, August 2. To update your information, complete the online form “To change your directory listing,” or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.

Is your deceased partner still listed? Many people like to keep their loved one’s name in the directory for safety or for sentiment, so deceased spouses are removed only when the surviving spouse requests it. Only you can decide if it’s time to update your listing.

Are you a new resident or have you moved within SCOV? New owners are unlisted by default. This includes those who move within SCOV. FYI: The publisher controls the Business White and Yellow pages, not us. We can’t fix any errors in those sections.

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Consumer Referral - Vendor List Susanna Moran vendor@suncityorovalley.com

The Vendor List is on the website at 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 June 1 started the establishment of a “community table” to facilitate singles and new residents who would like to socialize while enjoying a meal. It’s usually the first table in the dining room, close to the hostess station. Just ask and you will be seated there, joining or followed by others who also ask to share a table.

On Monday, July 29, another new special event begins: Wine Out•Dine Out. Choose either a three-course meal or offthe-menu entrée. Joe Bourne, well-known Tucson jazz and rhythm and blues vocalist, will entertain us. You won’t want to miss this special evening; reservations can be made online or call the restaurant 520-825-3277.

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

Monsoon time! It must be book and movie time. Read the book then watch the movie–or visa versa. Read the book Bel Canto by Ann Patchett, then watch the movie. Or watch the movie The Children Act then read the book by Ian McEwan. Perhaps you like thrills and adventure: try the book The Girl in the Spider’s Web by David Lagercrantz then see the movie made from the book. Then there’s the documentary, H Is for Hawk. We have both the DVD and the book by Helen MacDonald. We have all of these right here in our own library.

In case you didn’t know, all of the funds used to purchase books, videos and audio books come from donated monies: 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 (always on sale in the library) and grants from community organizations like SCOV’s Institute of Learning in Retirement. Pat yourselves on the back, residents, you have created and keep supporting another awesome amenity in SCOV. Thank you and enjoy reading and watching.

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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/

Welcome to our new consignor, Melanie Stinson, an accomplished potter. “Influenced by my artist mother, I started painting around five years old. Attending college as an art major, I discovered clay.

From the moment I sat at one of the wheels, I knew I was hooked. After college, I purchased a wheel and kiln and started a studio in my home.

My ware sold at art fairs in the 70s and 80s and by commission. Then I took a 20-year hiatus, but knew that when I retired I wanted to pursue clay again. Luckily, we found Sun City and moved here in 2018. Pot- Melanie Stinson tery is my passion and therapy.”

SCOV residents are invited to participate in the Arts and Crafts Festival 2019 to be held Saturday, November 16. To register, contact Don or Jeanne Jovag 520-818-1078 or cell 520-762-6030. A 6-foot table is $25.

Government Affairs Chair Laura Dore 520-338-1016 lucylb53@comcast.net Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1 Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1; Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 AM www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/

The Loan Room is open year-round so if you need medical items or extra beds for visitors, we are here to help with these and other things. Reservations are accepted as are walk-ins. Feel free to come and see what we have available or take a look at the website where pictures are also included. Please bring your current SCOV card with you when you pick up your items. We will be closed Thursday, July 4.

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

While on its summer break, 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 Yes, But When?

Soon our monsoon season should arrive in full force, but with the strange weather we have had so far this year, who knows when? Add some much-needed rain to our summer heat, and the growth of our foliage takes off. This is a surprise to residents new to this part of the country and an annual reminder to the rest of us that things really do grow here

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in the desert. Weeds will pop up in the cracks of concrete and where the sidewalk meets the street. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to get rid of those weeds and help keep our community looking nice, even in the middle of summer.

Strong winds come with the monsoon and can cause damage. Be a good neighbor and let others know if you see roof damage or branches down from trees. With so many of our residents away, let’s keep an eye out for each other. Please take pride not only in your property, but also those of your neighbors and friends.

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)

The Posse is made up of amazing volunteers like Florence Duckett. When asked why she joined and continues to serve, Florence said she and her best friend decided to join together many years ago. Unfortunately, the friend eventually moved out of the area, but Florence was hooked. She stayed a member and says she continues to do so “because it keeps her connected to her community and gives her something to do.” She takes pride in knowing she’s helping keep our community a safer place for all of us. Florence has been on the Posse for 20 years. She has been on the Posse board the entire time since joining, and is one of the Squad B co-leaders. Join Florence and our other wonderful volunteers in making a difference. Six hours a year (two 3-hour patrols) is all the commitment we ask. You are wanted.

The Properties Committee works on a variety of tasks like the solar systems. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, July 18.

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

Members of the Tipster Editorial Committee want to acknowledge and thank Lou Phillippi for his service as chair and co-chair over many years. He was the voice of reason and steered the Tipster through numerous updates and changes. We are grateful that he has chosen to remain on the committee for now. The next meeting is Tuesday, July 16, 9 AM, WC1.

The Community Directory Is Going to Press Check both the online directory and the paper directory to ensure your listing is correct. All changes for the book must be submitted no later than Friday, August 2. To update your information, log in at suncityorovalley. com > Members > Services > Directory and complete the online form “To change your directory listing,” or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.

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

Many committees and task forces in SCOV, as well as the Board of Directors, take the summer off. Even though half of our committee members will be absent, those remaining will be 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. Have a nice summer.

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

The solar systems installed at various SCOV buildings continue to produce electricity thereby reducing the Association’s utility costs and helping reduce our community’s carbon footprint. The eight systems with a total capacity of 426 kilowatts are located throughout the common area parking lots and roofs. Solar provides about 60% of the electrical needs at SCOV owned facilities. The systems were installed without cost to SCOV and provide a net savings to the Association when compared with purchasing power from TEP. They have web-based monitoring that allows nearly real-time viewing of each system’s power output, energy generation, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions avoided as well as summary reports of daily and monthly performance. Residents can access the data on the SCOV website at www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/solar-stats/.

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Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086 Reasons to Play Golf Golf is a sport that is suitable for all ages and all abilities that brings people together. Exercising while socializing, focusing while relaxing, challenging while calming, here are some reasons to consider to learn to play golf or play more golf.

The game brings people together and is well known for being a pastime that reduces stress. The fresh air and our beautiful mountain views help us relax and feel happy while playing with friends and family. Add the social interaction and events enjoyed at The Views Golf Club by our residents and guests is a wonderful way to have fun.

At The Views Golf Club, we strongly encourage people to take up golf. We have weekly group and private lessons available, giving you the coaching expertise, practice time and support you need to develop from beginner to confident golfer with a friendly group of like-minded people. Even for the advanced golfer, there are always improvements to be made.

Most of all, it’s a wonderful way to connect with people and make new friends. Golf is an extremely social sport. It’s a game that’s enjoyable to play with old friends and new, colleagues, partners, spouses and children.

If you like the sound of improved health and well-being and an active social life, why not get into golf? Contact the Pro Shop, 825-3110, and we will be happy to show you how.

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Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063 July is the traditional beginning of the monsoon season in Southern Arizona. For golf course maintenance, the start of monsoons is bittersweet. The good news is the golf course will start to green up after the harsh dry weather of June, due to the increased humidity combined with hot temperatures. However, the monsoons also bring the chance of heavy rain that has the potential of causing serious damage to holes located near washes.

Several years ago a thunderstorm generated a large amount of water north of SCOV, but no rain actually fell on the community. The golf course was crowded with many golfers who were unaware of the water running down the washes. Several groups were playing holes number 4 and 5 when the wash began to fill. Two golf carts then tried to cross the wash and got stuck. Luckily nobody was hurt, but it took a couple hours for the water to recede and get the carts off the golf course safely.

Please remember, when these washes are running they are as powerful as raging rivers. Don’t drive around the course or attempt to cross these washes when the cart path is either covered with water or sand. The golf cart may be stranded until the staff is able to rescue it. Be aware that during the monsoons the washes can flow whether it is raining nearby or in the distance since we are at the bottom of the hill.

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

The Golf Advisory Committee is in recess for the summer months until Wednesday, September 4. For those of you playing golf during our very warm summer season, remember to keep well hydrated.

If you are parking your golf cart along the paved path between the pickleball courts to Silverton Road and especially behind the Activity Center, the wheels on your golf cart cannot be on the paved path. Do not park your cart on the large stones along the side of the path or in the shrubs. You may park your cart on the smaller stone ground cover only. Please check to see where your tires are parked before you leave your cart and move it if necessary.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the golf course, inform your league representative who will bring the issue to the advisory committee for review. You are also welcome to contact Beth Allen.

The summer months continue to be an extremely busy time for our superintendent, Mike Kropf, and his crew. As they are working diligently on maintaining and improving our course, be patient and show respect for the work they are doing.

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

TVWGC players in the Sierra Vista Hummingbird Classic Tournament June 2019 We are getting into the swing of the summer golf season.

Members of The Views Women’s Golf Club can log into the league portal to sign up to play on Tuesday play days and go into The Views tee time website to sign up to play on “Fun Fridays.” In addition to playing at The Views this summer we have some day and overnight golf trips planned. Eight members played in the Sierra Vista Hummingbird Classic Invitational Tournament in June. A great time was had on and off the golf course. The Views was recognized as having the most ladies participating from an outside course.

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

The 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club will be celebrating Independence Day (July 4) by having our “Summer Fun Days” golf game and afterparty in the Navajo Room. We play every Thursday morning and tee off at 7:30 AM sharp. We encourage any woman who wants to play golf more regularly and meet so many nice women, to consider joining our club.

Left: Shirley Sheriff is our Low Net Champion and proudly ready to cut the cake Right: Nancy Sopwith is our Low Gross Champion and will represent our club at the State Medallion Tournament this year.

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

June has been a productive month with completion of the resurfacing of the walkways, patio and terrace for your safety. We rolled out our new summer menu. We trained, cleaned and trained some more. Preparation is underway for upcoming Independence Day festivities. It is imperative to take time to refocus our efforts and get the restaurant looking immaculate again, as the busy season takes its toll every year. We appreciate your support during our annual closure, so staff can be trained to serve you better.

Our employee profile this month is on Samantha Kohn. A business management major at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, golfing, playing tennis and reading. Her favorite books are mystery/thrillers, however she enjoys reading all genres. She’s originally from Michigan and moved to Arizona to be closer to her grandparents, as well as for an internship opportunity at our restaurant. Her greatest ambition in life is to be a lion tamer by day and ninja by night.

We hope you will stop by to experience our new menu and we welcome your feedback.

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

Welcome to the start of the monsoon month of July. The end of the Foundation’s fiscal year is upon us and the board members for the coming year are listed as fol- Donation card lows: Jerry Bushong, Debbie Francis, Charlotte Herbert, Wanda Johnson, Marty Kass, Nancy O’Hara and Art Wickersham. The coming year will present new grant requests, new challenges, and new ideas for continuing the 20 year history and success of our community foundation. Whether staying or leaving for the hotter months, July is a good time to reflect on how one might make a charitable contribution to the Foundation. The donated funds are used in a variety of ways to favorably impact specific needs in SCOV, as well as the surrounding area. Send a donation to the Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755. Visit the website as well.

A thank you goes out to board members whose terms are ending: Larry Hoaglund, Dave Scoles, Ken Hendrickson, Carol Goeman, Elaine Deeter, Nancy Montgomery, Kathy Moyer and Rick Schmeck. Enjoy your summer.

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

Thursday, July 4, 2 PM Independence Day Concert Enjoy the free Association-sponsored 4th of July concert performed by the Sun City Singers. The show will start at 2 PM sharp with an ice cream treat after the show. Put on your red, white and blue and join us.

Tuesday, July 16, 1 PM Christmas in July Come to the Auditorium at 1 PM for coffee and cookies to celebrate Christmas in July. To participate, please bring a small wrapped grab bag gift valued between $3 and $5 to exchange with other residents. Stop by the Welcome Center starting Monday, June 17, to pick up a free ticket, so we know how many to expect at this free event. The number on the ticket will determine the gift you will pick. We’ll also have free raffle tickets for prizes. Fa la la la la.

Tuesday, July 23, 1 PM Indoor Movie Movie selection will be announced at a later date. No charge for this event in the Auditorium. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Table seating.

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

Friday, August 9, 1 PM Kitt Peak Presentation Learn about Kitt Peak National Observatory, a Tucsonarea gem, at this free presentation by speakers from the observatory. The event will start at 1 PM sharp in the Auditorium.

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 Movie selection will be announced at a later date. Bring your snacks and drinks to the Auditorium to enjoy a cool movie indoors. Table seating.

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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.

Special Events for Clubs

See club articles for full details.

Singles Bocce, Thu., Jul. 4, 5:45 PM, Bocce Courts Singles Golf, Sun., Jul. 7, 1:45 PM, The Views Singles Dinner, Thu., Jul. 11, 5:30 PM, social hour, 6 PM, seating, Activity Center/Navajo Room Day Trippers, Mon, Jul. 15, free casino trip, Harrah’s Ak-Chin, open to all SCOV residents Rock and Roll Club Beach Party Dance, Sat. Jul. 20, Auditorium, 7-10 PM Singles Happy Hour, Fri., Jul. 26, 5:30 PM, social hour, 6 PM, seating, Activity Center/Navajo Room Day Trippers, Mon.-Thu., Aug. 5-8, Pageant of the Masters, $1,050 per couple, $730 single Day Trippers, Sat., Aug. 17, hummingbird banding, $55 pp Day Trippers, Sat., Sep. 28, Barbecue catered by Brush Fire, $22 pp Day Trippers, Thu.-Sun, Oct. 3-6, Verde Canyon trip, $1,106 per couple, $720 single

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. No class on Thursday, July 4.

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.

Support Group for Bereaved Parents and Grandparents The death of a child or grandchild is one of the most heartbreaking losses imaginable. Let’s encourage and support each other through this painful and difficult journey.

If you are interested in joining a newly-formed support group at SCOV or for more information, please contact Ellen Warsaw ellenbeth123@gmail.com 847-275- 5363.

Workshops and Classes

Thank You Corner

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.

Youth On Their Own (YOTO) students thank you for your generous response to the recent Back to School collection.

We are fortunate to live in such a caring, giving community with neighbors who are positively impacting the future of Pima County by supporting YOTO. Kris Cohen YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary

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® :

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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

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A huge thanks to Garden Club members and others who have kindly and generously donated financial contributions, time, patience, fingernails and good humor to our SCOV Winter Wonderland project. Your names are on SCOV Facebook and Unit 3 Club pages. Workshops are done for the summer, but we are still collecting contributions, with HOA matching. Questions to Lindaebretz1@gmail.com.

Linda Bretz

Memoriam Residents 1 1

Steve Knapp Charles Zender

Former Residents Ronald Brown 1 Baila Colglazier 1

May 23 June 12 March 15 May 4

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Don’t forget there are artists working every Wednesday at Catalina Vista. Bring your materials, find a spot and work away.

Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

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

Art League Co-Pres. Caryl Thornton 520-638-7024, Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 Two Cool Spots in July Stroll around the Activity Center and check out our “Summer Art Sale” offering beautiful art at discount prices.

View the works of Buzz Dolsberry, a career artist and longtime SCOV resident, being featured at the Desert Oasis.

For any questions, please contact Caryl Thornton or Carol Nagel.

Bark Carving Bob Ash chra25@gmail.com 520-282-3688 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

While some members are away for the summer, many active clay artists are here. Some new members are making different and exciting items. 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.

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

The first ever “Summer Art Sale” is on display thanks to the hard work of Caryl Thornton, Carol Nagel and her husband.

Forty-eight fine pieces of art are available for your purchase at reduced prices. Even if you don’t buy one, it’s a pleasure to see the show. The Activity Center is a pleasant place to visit on your way home from an errand, the swimming pool, library, gift shop or one of the other fine studios in the common area. Stop in when you can.

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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 still continue to knit and crochet. If it’s not too hot we can sit outside. But we can always stay in 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 The photo is of a model built by Modelers Club member and president, Fred Faust. This airplane is an Albatros D.V flown by German pilot Manfred von Richthofen during World War I. He was known as the “Red Baron” for the red color of his aircraft. He flew Photo by Fred Faust this airplane in late June 1917 as a group commander.

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.

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

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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.

Vistoso Photo Pres. Gerda Timm 403-251-5981 gerdatimm@hotmail.com For meeting schedule please see the website www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com Philip Fisher won the award for the best picture of the year in our final competition.

His image is a self-portrait, looking into a mirror and pausing to reflect on his life.

144 entries for the final competition were selected from the individual “Too Old to Work, Too Young to Die” by Philip Fisher finalists of our eight competitions held during the year.

Phil is a first year member of the club. He became serious about photography when he retired and moved to Boise 20 years ago. He recently shed his Nikon and Canon gear for lighter Olympus MFT format cameras and is pleased.

Phil tries to bring something different to his images. He wants viewers to stop and think about the image. Did the viewer have an emotional response, laugh, awe or shock? If he hasn’t made you think, he’s failed.

Interested in joining? Visiting our meetings is easy for potential members. Just show up when they start in September.

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 the projects in process and completed projects in the display case. The club continues to meet and create throughout the Al Burdi’s creation summer. If you are interested in learning about our group, stop by and see what we are doing. A member of our group would be happy to show the process used in creating our art.

The picture above illustrates the different mediums that can be used together when sculpturing with clay. Here, Al Burdi has used a combination of clay and stone creating a unique and interesting sculpture. .

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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 over 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 in any time the room is open to learn more about us. Monitors on duty are always happy to give you a short tour. You’ll be surprised to see what we have. 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 will concentrate 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 are slowing down now as the seasonal residents are returning to their homes in other parts of the world. On May 8, a rather large group met at the Sewing Room and decided to continue meeting twice a month during the summer to see if we can get a head start on fall sewing. We decided to meet on Wednesdays, July 10 and 24 and August 14 and 28, 1-3 PM, Sewing Room. We will stop for a rest in September, but starting in October, we will be gathering in full force again as usual, Wednesdays, 1-3 PM. 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. Safe journeys and bless you all for the works that you do.

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 in July, 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 Bee Happy embroidered by software. Call Debra Dirks for MaryAnn Womac information using Viking 4D software which is loaded on the Sewing Room computer.

Check us out on 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

Even though it is hot outside, it is cool in the Sewing Room.

Come join us to cut up washable recycled fabric scraps to make soft dog and cat beds for the Humane Society. We have a good time while accomplishing a good deed for those animals. It’s amazing to see the different fabric patterns made up in those cute pet beds. We would love to have you 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 Hooking group continues to meet on Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room. Almost all members of our group are full-time SCOV residents, so we continue to be an active group throughout Busy creating our art the summer. We welcome new members and any interested people to come by and see our art. You can learn more about our group by visiting our website, or come by to see us on Tuesday mornings. Perhaps you will get lucky enough to experience John Shaw’s unique sense of humor.

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

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

At Show ‘n Share members work on portable crafts and we love to show our creations and share our ideas. We welcome new members year-round. No dues.

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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

Our summer hours are usually 9 AM-Noon, Monday through Friday, for members who wish to work on projects.

Stop by; it’s nice and cool inside. Several of our skilled and creative club members have their jewelry creations on display in the shop windows inside the courtyard of the Artisan Center. Club monitors can provide assistance if anyone is interested. Orientation classes will be starting up again in the fall. If you are interested, come in to sign up. It’s fun.

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 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 The summer months are in full swing, and if you are looking to cool off, head to the studio. This is the time of year to get projects and your holiday gifts done and ready to give. Those of us who stay through rain and shine know well to make hay while the sun shines.

Safe travels to all who have left us and we look forward to you bringing back new ideas and techniques. We always love to try new things.

If you haven’t visited in a while, the studio is going through some change and creative storage organization (that’s what I call it at home). We have some new cabinets and new pullout shelves that make more space usable for us. Thank you to all the members and some spouses who have given their time and knowledge to get this accomplished. We love volunteers and ideas. They make our club so much better.

If you are new to our neighborhood, please take a look at the windows and come in to see what we do. We have many classes geared to beginners and willing members to help you along the way. Hope to see you soon.

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 by 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

Thanks to all who helped at the yard sale and Woodshop spring cleaning. Both were a success. We have a new display window in the Artisan Center. Come by and see what some of our members are making. We presently have 186 members in the club. If you haven’t paid your dues for 2019, please stop by the Woodshop with your check. We are grateful to our monitors for keeping our shop open daily during the summer months. If you are interested in becoming a monitor, contact Don Jovag Wooden toys and blocks being enjoyed 520-762-6030. Looking forward to working with fellow woodworkers. Remember, one man’s trash is another one’s treasure. In the picture, a boy is enjoying blocks made from scrap wood. Nothing is impossible.

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 meetings and popular speaker series are suspended for the summer, but there are some interesting things to do in the interim. The U of A Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium is a must-see. Located in the center of the U of A campus, the laser show and newly remodeled center offers a spectacular presentation. Information can be found at www.flandrau.org. Also, on the U of A campus (beneath the football stadium) is the Steward Observatory Mirror Lab. On May 16, our speaker, Daewook Kim, gave a really interesting presentation on how he grinds and polishes the largest astronomy mirrors in the world. Reservations for the tour can be made at: mirrorlab@arizona.com.

The illustration shows the days it takes for planets to rotate around the sun. The earth circles the sun in 365 days plus a slight adjustment on “leap years.” Mercury, however, only takes 88 days, while far out Neptune takes 165 years. The Martian year is 687 days with each day 24 hours and 37 minutes long. Our our solar system has very diverse planet sizes and paths around the sun.

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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

Sun City 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 July Precept Meet & Greet Breakfast will be on Wednesday, July 24, 9 AM. Please call Sheila Witler 720775-7623 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.

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

In July we will discuss Daphne du Maurier’s Jamaica Inn. With its 1830s setting, featuring a strong but endangered female protagonist, this classic novel has all the elements of foreboding, romance and murder for which du Maurier is rightly famous.

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-wealthy Osage Indians in 1920s Oklahoma were systematically murdered, sometimes by their own family members, to gain control of their wealth.

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 start again in November. There are no scheduled help sessions until fall, however, computer help is

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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/Navaajo www.scvgs.org

Are you taking a road trip this summer and planning to stop at family grave sites? Are the tombstones in your family plots starting to deteriorate? Consider volunteering and help to record a cemetery. FindAGrave at www.findagrave.com and Billion Graves at www.billiongraves.com are websites dedicated to preserving the important information inscribed on tombstones in the United States and around the world.

You can photograph only your own family or a whole cemetery, then upload photos to either website. Billion Graves’ app even adds a GPS location to your photos. Or, if you are staying in Oro Valley, check out the club website at www. scvgs.org for days and hours that the library is available.

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

Club bylaws allow that, when funds permit and the ILR board approves, educational grants in SCOV and the surrounding community may be funded. The ILR recently funded two grants: First, to Sun City Library for non-fiction and large print books. The second funded educational supplies for the Thunderbird Resource Center, Painted Sky Elementary School.

The ILR recently donated 12 new DVDs to the Sun City Library. A variety from Shakespeare to Mt. Everest and the Pyramids. For animal life, check out DVDs on owls, cheetahs, lynx, lions and animal mummies. Interested in philosophy? Check out the “Seven Wonders of the Buddhist World.”

While summer courses are free, you need to register. If you are not a member of the ILR, you must pay the $25 lifetime membership fee in order to register. Contact Randy Myerson rcmyerson@gmail.com. Watch the Tipster for detailed fall registration information.

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

The Natural Health and Wellness Club will not meet until October. In November, the monthly sessions will begin as well as 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.

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

The loss of a loved one is a profound experience. Poets Corner member Harvey Gardner expresses his personal response in “Counting Breaths” by carefully building suspense and taking the reader on a journey that concludes with an emotional wallop.

“This morning, my eyes so dry, I embraced / my face with a steaming washcloth/counting five…slow…wide-eyed breaths.

Sunbathing at noon, my nostrils objected/to desert dust blown by Tucson winds. / I quit after seventeen cautious breaths.

At two, the too cool mustard footpath needed / hotter water. The old…slow…electric kettle / finally spewed steam on my thirty-third breath.

At summer camp my older brother Norman / would wow us at the pool by swimming six / underwater laps after taking one deep breath.

Thirty-two months ago he took his last / breath. When my eye hugs his photo on / my desk I tread water and forget to breathe.”

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

The 30-plus attendees at our June meeting proved that not everyone leaves SCOV during the summer. Thanks to their efforts approximately 1,300 informational postcards about our club were addressed to Democrats and Independents living in SCOV. These will be delivered to residences in October. Dr. Felipe Perez was in attendance and introduced as the 2020 Legislative District 11 Democratic candidate for State Representative.

At our July meeting we will discuss the results of the first Democratic presidential debates. The refreshments will be cool and the conversations impassioned.

With so many residents gone during the summer our local food banks really are stretched thin. Please bring nonperishable food items to the July meeting for IMPACT of Southern Arizona. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Stay hydrated and safe during the monsoons and the triple digit temperatures.

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

If you enjoy cooking food and sharing a meal with other SCOV residents, this is the club for you. Our catered kick-off dinner in the fall will be Saturday, November 9, after which we will launch our themed dinners, hosted at members’ homes. This past season, some of our themes were open to interpretation (food from movies) or covered large geographies (South American cuisine) or focused on one country (Thai Delights). Join us and suggest some themes for next year. What would you enjoy cooking? Better still, what would you enjoy eating? We are open to creative ideas. If you would like to know more about us, please contact one of the officers or visit our website. We welcome new members.

It’s a great way to meet your neighbors.

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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.

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

The official dates for the monsoon season are June 15 through September 30. This year, with the cooler temperatures we had in May experts predict that the rains might start a bit later. The term monsoon refers to the seasonal shift in winds delivering warm, moist air from tropical seas. Sonoran desert plants have evolved to take full advantage of the monsoons. Enjoy the spectacular lightening show the monsoon brings from a safe place, and heed flash-flood warnings.

Shari’s tip of the month: fill hummingbird feeders with 4 cups of water to 1 cup of sugar, no need to boil, just stir until sugar is dissolved.

Hummingbirds, one of many pollinators of our gardens, are here. Look for Broad-billed hummingbirds (pictured at left) at your feeders.

Save the date for our Garden Walk April 4, 2020.

Steve Holmes photo Pay your dues to be included in the 2019-2020 booklet. Contact Florence Duckett 520-825-1994 or delflojs@q.com, $5 pp $8/cpl.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 520-989-0062

www.havurahscov.com

Hope everyone’s having a wonderful summer.

Bocce, Book Club and Brown Bag lunch/discussion are on hiatus until the fall.

Our summer movie night will be Saturday, August 3, Activity Center/Native American Rooms. Doors open at 6:30 PM; movie starts at 6:45 PM. We will be seeing Quick Change, a comedy starring Bill Murray, Jason Robards and Geena Davis. Follow along with the zany antics of three people who easily rob a Manhattan bank, but find out that getting out of the city with their loot is not an easy task. Movie snacks and beverages will be served. The cost is $5 per member, $7/nonmember. Purchase tickets on the Havurah website or mail/drop off a check to Lynn Druckman.

Put on your calendars: Rosh Hashanah Dinner: Monday, September 30, 5 PM. Break the Fast Dinner: Wednesday, October 9, 6 PM. More info coming later this summer.

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

The Republican Club will not meet in July. We wish everyone a patriotic and safe 4th of July. Watch your fingers if you’re playing with firecrackers.

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.

Bocce, Thursday, July 4, 5:45 PM, Bocce Courts.

Singles golf, Sunday, July 7, 1:45 PM, The Views Golf Course.

Bianchi’s Italian North will serve dinner Thursday, July 11, social hour, 5:30 PM, seating 6 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Menu: green salad, chicken parmesan and pasta.

Dessert is chocolate mousse. Entertainment by Chuck Moses, vocalist/musician.

Happy hour, Friday, July 26, social hour 5:30 PM, seating, 6 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Entertainment by Cheaper Than Therapy, Sweet Adeline Quartet (female barbershop).

Ticket sales: Thu., Jul. 4, 10 AM-Noon and Fri., Jul. 5, 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.

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

The club is on hiatus until our first meeting in the fall Thursday, September 19. Volunteers are busy planning our Oktoberfest to be held October 20 in the Auditorium. Plan on coming for great music, dancing and food. Mark your calendars now for this fun event and our spring production slated for March 20 and 21. We are happily busy doing great things to entertain you.

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

Our June meeting at a member’s home included a potluck lunch, birthday cake and then settled in to a lively discussion of how the brain uses frames to understand concepts.

WAG’s July 5 meeting returns to Catalina Vista. If you’re in town, please join us.

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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 On Friday, July 19, 9-10:30 AM, we will be at the Activity Center collecting gently used donations for our Fall Accessory Boutique scheduled for November 2. You may also contact Elaine Deeter 520-825-5388 or Linda Wilkes 520-3952370 to donate jewelry; scarves, Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723; shoes, Winnie Doefer 520-275-9441; purses, Jan Fischer 520-825-2401; hats, Sue Hernandez 310-433-7473; fashion jackets, Judy Hood 520-730-1519.

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

The club will be active behind the scenes this summer.

With newly elected officers in place, the board will be reviewing and updating the club bylaws along with planning for our October dance and our second annual meeting in November.

If you’re here in SCOV for the summer, you can join us on Wednesdays when we have dance practice sessions in the Auditorium, 4-6 PM. Come and check us out as we practice our waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha cha, swing and tango steps.

These are open practice sessions for members. Non-members are welcome, but they need to check in with the club facilitator.

Check our website https://scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite. com/scstarlightdance.

Membership is $5/year for SCOV residents. Contact scstarlight.vp@gmail.com for information or call 520-954-4041.

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

Hula now. Learn basic hula barre work and moves to “Little Grass Shack” and “Hukilau” in a six-week loosely structured and fun class. This summer session is off July 4 for America’s birthday, and we’ll finish the last three weeks on July 11, 18 and 25.

Class is 2-2:45 PM, in the Activity Center/Dance Studio.

Dress casual, scarf sarong makes it fun. Bare feet or peds so your feet get a good workout. For the summer session, a $2 donation is optional. Aloha ‘oe.

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: Our classes will continue through the summer with professional instructor Deanna Berthiaume in the Auditorium. Classes prepaid monthly, $20 for four classes in July. The next Fun Friday dance is July 5, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium.

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

Classes: Saturdays, July 6, 13 and 27

Intermediate 9-10 AM

Beginner 10:15-11:15 AM Thursday, July 18

Intermediate 2-3 PM

Beginner 3-4 PM Practices: Monday – Dance Studio

7-8 PM Beginners – Barbara Hall & Lynne Nelson Wednesday – Dance Studio

2-3 PM Transition to Intermediate – Pam Ratz

3-4 PM Beginners – Lynne Nelson Thursday – Auditorium (Note: There will be no practices on July 4)

2-3 PM Beginners – Barbara Hall and Debbie Allen

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.

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

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Rock ‘N Roll Pres.

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

Membership Chair Nate Norris scovrandrclub@gmail.com

This month we welcome summer with our Beach Party on Saturday, July 20. This is our annual membership meeting and dance at the Auditorium. Doors open East 2 West, photo by Mark Wheeler at 6:15 PM. Membership meeting begins at 6:45 PM. Music by East 2 West starts at 7 PM. We remind all singles and couples that they may reserve a seat or seats at a specific table, and that table number will be written on your ticket. You will not have to hunt for an empty seat. Members who want to reserve a table, may do so with 8 to 10 people and no more than four nonmembers. This is also membership renewal time, check your email. We will see you at the Beach Party Dance. Rock on.

Ticket sales for members only Tue., Jul. 9, 9-10:30 AM, Activity Center Lobby nonmembers Thu., Jul. 11, 9-10:30 AM, Activity Center Lobby Ticket price for members $10 pp, nonmembers $15 pp 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.

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

Energetic Exercise Marty Siracusa 520-825-6961

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

Don’t let the heat get you down. Join us for fun and fitness in air-conditioned comfort. Sally Martinez, our professional instructor, has been leading these classes at SCOV for 25 years.

She’s expert at keeping us seniors strong and flexible with a variety of aerobic and cardio exercises plus wonderful stretch and balance moves. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel.

New members are always welcome, men and women.

Your get-acquainted class is free.

Annual dues are $3. Class tickets are a bargain: Only $30 for 12 classes.

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

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

SCOV offers Joseph Pilates mat classes here twice per week, Mondays and Thursdays. Summer is here and classes are smaller and more personal. Stretching exercises are done first to warm up and then the mat routine is performed, with modified moves for those of us with limitations. People ask if the benefits of Pilates, which come from strengthening and stretching exercises, really develop the body’s core (your abdomen and back muscles), increase spine mobility and build flexibility. The answer is a firm yes. The benefits of these classes cannot be beat, and don’t forget about improved balance, muscle tone, stamina and well being. The cost is $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp.

Please join us or just stop by and watch. Call Mary with any questions.

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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Yoga Pres. Linda Caravello 520-603-5042 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com July class schedule listed below Monday: 8:30-10 AM, AFC 1&2 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 Everyone welcome. Classes are structured for all levels.

Please arrive 10 minutes before class starts, bring your mat and $7.

Yoga will improve balance, quiet your mind and breathing, give you the ability to focus and relax you.

Holiday Hours Independence Day Thursday, July 4 AFC/Pool, 6 AM-4 PM Desert Oasis, 9 AM-4 PM Activity Center, 8 AM-4 PM Restaurant and Pro Shop, Normal Hours

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 They’ve done it again. It’s not the first time Ginny Plesa and Al Piarowski have bid and made a grand slam. They won $10 just for doing that. Grab a partner and try for your own share of the night’s loot. Dues are just $6 per year, and we’ll let you play the first night for free. It’ll cost you each $1. Think what you could win. Arrive by 6:20 PM to get Al Piarowski and Ginny Plesa bid your assigned table and have and made a grand slam last month some refreshments. We start at and earned $10.

6:30 PM and each round of six hands (24 in all) is timed.

Why shouldn’t you win?

Practice Bridge

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

All Other Facilities Will Be Closed Wednesday Afternoon Bridge

Games Bridge Duplicate Bridge

Pres. Martin Kass 520-818-2265 BJKass@comcast.net 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 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.

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

Whether it is hot or stormy outside, you will be comfortable at our bridge tables. We play year-round and everyone is welcome. Annual dues are just $2. Please arrive no later than Noon so that play can begin promptly at 12:15 PM. No need for a partner. Our rounds are timed to keep play moving, and we change partners after six hands. We finish up by 3 PM. Bring 50¢ for prize money and come ready to win.

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

In observance of Independence Day, we won’t meet on July 4. We will resume play on Thursday, July 18.

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.

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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.

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

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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 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.

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

Rehearsals are underway for the annual Associationsponsored Independence Day concert on Thursday, July 4, 2 PM, Auditorium. Free admission with open seating and free ice cream following the show. Wear your red, white and blue, and come and hear your favorite patriotic songs under the baton of Director Don Hess.

Birders Group Mona Connoy 520-818-7923

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

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

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 every Tuesday morning at the Desert Oasis, minus the seasonal residents who have headed to cooler climes, but with the same enthusiasm. In October, we shall have beginners lessons and in November intermediate lessons for those who are interested. These classes will run on Tuesdays each week until the last Tuesday in March and times will be posted in September’s Tipster.

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

Birding Mt. Lemmon’s Molino Basin Bocce Debbie Kotlarek dlkotlarek@gmail.com Steve Porter 720-394-0413 www.scovbocce.weebly.com

Mon., Wed., Fri., 7 PM, Bocce Courts Bocce Club is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To mirror an event held thirty years ago, a Summer Fling tournament was held in June. There members enjoyed light hearted and spirited competition in addition to a barbecue and a variety of other treats. In August, the club will recreate the Moonlight Madness event from thirty years ago. Please check the website for more information.

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

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.

There is a great deal of knowledge within our Coyote Springs sporting clays membership. We have had excellent talks without a speaker as well. Members shoot pistols or shotguns at nearby ranges.

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.

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

Hikes will continue through the summer, maybe not as often as other times of the year. Check the website to see what is scheduled. Hikes will likely 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.

Pickleball Pres. Jeff Rusch jffrusch@yahoo.com VP Membership Dave Burnham dburnhampton@gmail.com Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org “Pickleball” is really a misnomer for this popular relatively new game. It should probably be named “peopleball” because the game rejuvenates its players and makes you like people again. Why wouldn’t you like people who are boisterous, happy, exuberant, laughing, shouting and just having a good time?

Other sports say that pickleball is too noisy, but it is the people playing and interacting, not the ball on paddles that makes it so. Our equipment is economical and light weight making it easy on the arms and hands.

Great exercise and fellowship Gold medals for Bob and Michael for a simple game too. Summer is here, so we start at 6:30 AM or earlier. There are times scheduled for nighttime play as well. We still offer free lessons and loaner paddles. Join our club for only $10 pp which gives you free lessons and balls on courts as well as practice equipment, additional training and socials.

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

Greetings POP players.

We hope you are enjoying your time here.

We’ve had exceptionally fine weather this spring. For those of you here for the summer season, Nelson Tilden will be giving free instruction/training Playing POP tennis is always fun in the sun classes on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 7:30-8:30 AM. Come on down and take advantage of this offer.

This month we are featuring Al Lichaa and Jim Hansen. You don’t have to go to Alaska to find a cool place to play. Visit our cool courts and get some good cardio exercise. Stay healthy in your travels and enjoy the summer.

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

Join our Facebook group Sun City Oro Valley This golden eagle was observed near Sun City Blvd. by Janie Johnson-Russell in March

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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 and Suzanne Kellam 520-505-4599 Mixed doubles, Sun., 1-3 PM, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474

During these lazy days of summer with some tennis seasonal residents gone, it is a good time to reflect on major happenings in past months. Some female members of the tennis club organized an interclub team during the fall months and another interclub team dur- Women’s winter interclub team ing the winter months.

During each period, they played seven other teams, ranging from SaddleBrooke Ranch to Green Valley, and finished fourth. They were great ambassadors for SCOV. Tennis play continues according to the normal summer schedule. Any SCOV resident or guest of a resident is welcome to play.

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

Wallyball players can take advantage of the slower summer months by stocking up on wallyball apparel. Did you know there is an equipment, accessories and apparel link through the American Wallyball Association? Check it out at www.wallyballequipments.com/. There you will find links to wallyball specific gear. Enjoy July.

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 we’ve lost a lot of players due to the annual migration. If you are interested in playing, now would be a great time to give it a try.

Thursday and Sunday from 1-3 PM are very casual games and a good time to learn the rules and mode of play.

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

Mon., Jul. 15, Free casino trip to Harrah’s Ak-Chin. This event is available to everyone in Sun City. $5 in free play. Monitor: Edie Phillips, 520-297-3920 Mon.-Thu., Aug. 5-8, Pageant of the Masters. Begin in San Diego, day in Temecula, CA, visit to Leoness Cellars winery, mission in San Juan Capistrano, Pageant of the Masters performance. $1,050/ cpl ($525 pp), $730 single. Monitor: Laura Suchocki, 520-6127226 Sat., Aug. 17, Hummingbird banding and dinner. Adopt and name your own hummingbird for $25. $55 pp. Monitor: Laura Suchocki, 520612-7226 Sat., Sep. 28, Barbecue catered by Brush Fire, 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 CaptainFaisua@gmail.com www.sundownersrvclub.wildapricot.org

Meet the second Mon., Oct.-May. Next general meeting is

Mon., Oct. 14, 9 AM, Catalina Vista.

Sundowner’s Hit the Road The RV club is hitting the road this summer with a number of club trips that are listed on our website. The next trip is Chiricahua National Monument, though we still need a wagon master to make this trip happen. Upcoming trips include Cochise County Ghost Towns, Palm Springs and Patagonia State Park.

The first club trip of the season was the Arches National Park Trip.

Members have returned now and filed this report; “Neither rain, hail, snow nor high winds could deter 23 members in 12 Sundowners visit the Arches National Park May 19-24 rigs from having an exceptionally enjoyable visit in Moab. Visiting some of the 200 arches in the National Park was the highlight. We also visited Canyonlands National Park, and for the finale, the group enjoyed an evening boat cruise with a light show on the canyon walls of the Colorado River.”

Counting Your Steps?

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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.

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."

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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

Looking for a volunteer job that doesn’t take much time and can be done within your regular schedule? We need dispatchers, especially during the summer. The cell phone accompanies you anywhere. It takes a few minutes to answer, find out what is needed/by when, call a volunteer, who contacts the client to finalize the details. These are not emergency calls. The commitment is from 1-3 days. Training is provided. We average 3 calls a month.

Vistoso Helpful Hands (VHH) is an all-volunteer organization helping residents in need. We provide caregiver relief, transportation, animal care, handyman services, light housekeeping/yard care, paperwork organization, call check and run errands. Call 520-447-0077 for temporary help.

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 Won’t you join us in positively impacting Tucson’s future? Your gift to Youth On Their Own (YOTO) will support over 1,700 homeless and at-risk youth who are struggling to stay in school. It is not too late to donate school supplies, personal care items or checks made out to YOTO for the Back to School campaign to help the students YOTO serves get ready for the fall term.

Bring all donations to the collection site in the Activity Center June 17 or 19 between 9-11 AM. See flyer in this Tipster for items needed.

Extended Community 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, July 6, 6:30 PM, Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers. Acoustic/electric folk-rock with country and Americana.

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

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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.

Volunteer Opportunities 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.

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.

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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.

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

FOR RENT: Available now: 3 BR, 2 BA with 1 king, 1 queen, 1 twin. Bright, clean, open floor plan Claridge model on former model home street. Private, enclosed southern backyard with hot tub, pool and covered patio. Front courtyard, mountain views, 2 car garage. Smart TV, WiFi. Discount for SCOV. Pets considered. Photos available. Call Cindy 520-955-3028.

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.

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.

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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