March 2018 Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

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

Tipster March 2018

BOD Study Session, Thursday, March 8, 9 AM, WC3 and BOD Meeting, Tuesday, March 27, 9 AM, WC3

Photo by Sheryl Hester

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by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711 Activity Center...................................................917-8066 Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM scovaz.com Sat................................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PM Sun. ................................................................................................ 9 AM-6 PM

Board of Directors

Administration (In Welcome Center).................... 825-3711 ext 120

directors@suncityorovalley.com

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

Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Email address for BOD members, GM & Assistant Manager: John Wilson, wilsonjend1961@gmail.com.........................................................President Meade Davis, meadedavis11@gmail.com....................................................Vice President Lou Gard, lougard789@gmail.com...................................................................Secretary Tim Kelley, tkelleyscov@gmail.com...................................................................Treasurer Debra Arrett, debra@myfastmail.com............................................................... Director Jack Evert, jackevert439@gmail.com................................................................ Director Ted Hood, azted@outlook.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

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

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

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

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

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

Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat. .................................................................................................9 AM-8 PM Sun. ................................................................................................9 AM-6 PM Pool .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Sat..............................................................................................9 AM-4:30 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

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 Kim Griggs, kgriggs@theviewsgolfclub.com..........................................Golf Professional, 917-8053 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

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

Tipster Editorial Committee Lou Phillippi.................................Co-Chair Carolene Mitchell...........................Member Vicki Ettleman..............................Co-Chair John Njaa......................................Member Brad Curtis....................................Member Ann Owen......................................Member Arlene Douglas..............................Member Lynn Parker...................................Member Karen Koopmans............................Member Laura Pigott..................................Member Sue McNally...................................Member Laura Suchocki..............................Member Barbara McNeill............................Member Judy Widener................................Member Paul Mercer...................................Member

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

Editor, Layout and Design: Marsha Dean Advertising: Lisa Orach; Printing: Arizona Lithographers 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 liabilitySun for the statements City Oro Valley made in this publication.

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Mon.-Fri............................................................................................9 AM-4 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-12:30 PM Golf Course Walking........................ Before 7:00 AM and After 5 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-5 PM, Wed., 6 AM-3 PM

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

Mon.-Sun...........................................All-day Brunch, 7 AM-2 PM; Dinner, 3-7 PM Happy Hour......................................................... Sat.-Thu., 3-5 PM; Fri., 3-7 PM Recording of daily Restaurant specials..............................825-3711 ext 205

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

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

Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 March 2018, PageRoom 2 3..............................................................WC3 Welcome Center Conference

Association News

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

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 meadedavis11@gmail.com SCOV Needs You

by Meade Davis SCOV is a wonderful community in which we are proud to live. We have an attractive, friendly and financially strong community where we enjoy life and continue to be active. However, these attributes come with some resident responsibilities.

Besides paying HOA dues, we all have the responsibility of being good neighbors, keeping informed about SCOV and getting involved with committees, clubs and other activities.

Our community depends on our willingness to take active roles with the Board of Directors, clubs, committees and the like. Besides being fun, taking an active part in our community not only benefits SCOV, but also rewards the individual resident. We gain new friendships and develop a deep sense of satisfaction from positively contributing to our community.

Remember, the process of volunteering also benefits our mental and physical well being. So, for the sake of the community and ourselves, don't hesitate, step up and make an effort to volunteer within our community.

The first step might be simply attending a committee meeting or Board meeting. All residents are welcome to these meetings, which are posted on SCOV calendars. I hope to see you at a meeting soon.

Homeowners new to SCOV

Volunteers are Appreciated Doing good may be its own reward, but most volunteers would probably agree that it’s also nice to be recognized for the time, effort and commitment they put into serving others, particularly in what can sometimes seem to be thankless roles.

Members of our community devote their energy and enthusiasm to making SCOV the very best it can be by serving on the Board, a committee and on club leadership. Volunteers help keep assessments down; every hour of volunteer work is an hour of salary the association does not have to pay a service provider.

Below are some easy ways to show your neighbors how much you personally appreciate their hard work.

• Send an email to a volunteer explaining that he or she is valued for stepping up.

• Shake a volunteer’s hand and just say, “Thank you.” A nice big smile is also appreciated.

• Pitch in and help out if you can.

As volunteers, your neighbors invest their time in projects that benefit you. No association can thrive without volunteers, so let them know you appreciate their efforts.

There’s a lot to be gained from volunteering your time: new friends, new skills, recognition by your neighbors and, perhaps best of all, an improved community. Come on and consider being a part of the volunteer network. Welcome to the party.

Coffee and Conversation with the General Manager and a Board Member

An informal exchange of information.

Thursday, March 15, 1-2 PM Activity Center/Navajo

who have purchased within the last six months

are invited to attend...

These new owners may register at bit.ly/SCOVNRB RSVP required by 3/12/18

A New Resident Breakfast Friday, March 16, 8 AM, Activity Center

Any questions, contact Kathy Peabody kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com

What’s Inside

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 7 Golf.................................................. 9 Coming Events.............................. 11 Workshops and Classes................. 13 For Your Information..................... 14 Thank You Corner......................... 14

Memoriam..................................... 14 Clubs............................................. 15 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 15 Continuing Education................. 18 Cultural & Social......................... 20 Dance......................................... 23 Exercise...................................... 26

Games........................................ 27 Sports......................................... 29 Travel.......................................... 31 Town of Oro Valley....................... 31 Partnered Organizations............... 32 Extended Community................... 33 Volunteer Opportunity.................. 33 Classifieds...................................... 35

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

Pickleball: A Sport for All Seasons and Reasons

By Bruce Miller

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you get to know your opponents and laugh and cheer while ickleball? What kind of name is that for a sport? playing the game?”

How pickleball got its name is shrouded in the SCOV club members enjoy five beautifully-maintained mists of history, but, according to one popular courts that are well-lighted for evening play. The club is account, the game was invented in the mid-1960s by open to residents of all levels of ability. Free balls are protwo neighboring couples in Bainbridge, Washington, who vided at the courts. Free orientation and instruction is availwanted a game they and their children could play in their able during most of the year, as well as a Tutor automatic common driveway. As the story goes, the couples had two ball machine to hone your skills as an individual or team. dogs, one named Pickles and the other called Lulu. Pickles One of the greatest liked to run off with stray advantages of SCOV for balls, so the couples pickleball enthusiasts is nicknamed the new game being able to play the Pickles Ball, which evengame year-round, withtually got shortened to out any worries about “pickleball.” snow and ice or other This was a good thing, harsh weather condibecause if Lulu had been tions. the ball thief, millions “When we began lookof us would be playing ing for a place to retire, Luluball today. we visited many places Anyway, while there’s around the country. some debate over the However, one look at origins of the game and the five pickleball courts name, there’s no dispute in Sun City, available all that pickleball has bethe time, helped concome one of the fastestvince us that this was growing sports in Amerthe place for us,” said ica, with more than 2.6 Walter Swap. “It has not million players according to the latest data from the There aren’t many pickleball clubs that enjoy a view from their courts like ours. Bruce Miller photo. disappointed.”

Pickleball may be the USA Pickleball Associafriendliest and most low-key of the racquet sports, and the tion. In SCOV the Pickleball Club is one of the largest and SCOV club offers plenty of opportunities to socialize. There fastest growing organizations, with a membership of more are tournaments for members at various times of year, play than 350 and climbing. with neighboring clubs and an annual holiday party and Combining elements of tennis and ping pong, pickleball several other gatherings during the year. is played on a court about half the size of a tennis court.

“I was one of the first club members when the courts The balls are plastic, similar to whiffle balls. The racquets, were built. I switched from tennis and never looked back,” or paddles, originally made of wood, but now more comsaid Jacqui Norris. “The players always make you feel monly graphite or composite, are like oversized ping pong welcome. Where else can you get your exercise and meet paddles. such great friendly people in such a beautiful environPickleball blends healthy exercise with a big helping of fun and friendly competition. It’s easy to learn, inexpensive, ment?”

“As much as my wife and I enjoy pickleball, we equally playable by people of all ages and some describe it as adenjoy the social interaction,” said John Smith. “Often a dictive. bunch of us will just sit around and chat well after we have “It’s fun, fast-paced, you get to play with many people, finished playing. It’s a great bunch of folks.” most of whom are tolerant of your mistakes, and it develIf you want to learn more about the SCOV Pickleball Club ops quick reactions and balance,” said club member, Jane and pickleball in general, please check out the club website Lutz. at scovpickleballclub.wildapricot.org. If you’ve never seen “The only problem is that pickleball will change your life,” a pickleball match, there are many videos to watch on said Nelson Brown. “What other game can you play with YouTube, or you can drop by the courts and watch us play people old enough to be your parents and others younger than your own children? What game makes you want to get almost any morning or evening. We hope you’ll be playing with us soon. up at daybreak to go play in the morning? What game do

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Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070 What to Do, What to Do? We’ve made it easier for you to find something to do here in SCOV. There are three ways improvements have been made. The first is on the home page of the website where at the bottom of the page all the activities are listed in three columns. The first column is for fun activities, the second column is fitness classes and the third column is the business portion of the Association listing Board and committee meetings. The second improvement is that on the big color calendar pullout in the Tipster all the fun activities are listed on one side and the fitness classes are on the other side. The last improvement is also in the Tipster. In the past, committees, the restaurant and Pro Shop listed activities in their sections, but now, all those activities are listed in the Coming Events section of the Tipster which is easy peasy to find. No more searching, and you’ll never have to wonder about what to do, what to do.

Programs/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Spring and Summer Programs Coming up will be performances from Tucson Symphony, an Arizona Diamondback baseball game and bluegrass music, so loved

by SCOV residents. There will be more TAD Management concerts and comedy shows in the future. During our summer months there are just not enough residents here to meet the high price of TAD shows. There will be many free talks and events to keep our year-round residents busy. Many clubs also offer more trips and things to do.

Community Services - Katy Mosier Office Hours 9-11 AM, Monday-Friday, Welcome Center kmosier@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8058 Going Away for the Summer?

Time flies and suddenly residents are making plans for returning to their other homes for the summer. When you are away from SCOV for an extended period of time, it is necessary to make arrangements to have your yards looked after.

Just in case you are new to our community and have not yet experienced the monsoon season, it is a time when heavy winds blow, torrential rains can fall and thunder and lightning occur. When this happens, debris from trees and shrubs drops to the ground. Trees, plants and especially weeds grow fast because of the moisture.

Applying pre-emergent is a good way to reduce the number of weeds that may appear. Some may still pop up, especially the nasty spurge weed.

Bottom line, please make sure you have someone assigned to gardening tasks while you are gone. Your neighbors will thank you, and we thank you for your cooperation.

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

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Welcome New Neighbors – January Name From Laura & Bruce Dickinson Mary Ann Major Judith & James Szidik Celia Gregg & Frederick Black Elizabeth Blacker & Stephen Frye Anita Bucher Donna & Richard Cirincione Donnis Graves & Kenneth Gibson Suzanne & Dennis Stiles Arlene & Karrie Butler Margaret & David Randall Rita & Richard Menet Peggy & Craig McGory Marlene Kershaw Barbara Stevens & Michael Robertson Judith Osmer Rosa & Steven Morrison Julie-Anne & Patrick Anthony Phyllis Reynolds & Granville Knox William Lewis Diane & Sanford Gross

Golden, CO Evergreen Park, IL Holland, MI Tucson, AZ West Glacier, MT Jacksonville, FL Oro Valley, AZ Richland, WA Arroyo Grande, CA Tucson, AZ Portsmouth, RI Appleton, WI Harod, OH Northville, MI Rochester, IL Redondo Beach, CA Anchorage, AK Val Verde, CA Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Coto de Caza, CA

January 2018 Housing Resale Information Resales 2018 2017

For the Month 21 15 2017 Total Sold - 207

YTD 21 15

2018: Active Listings as of 1/31/2018…...................... 27 2017: Active Listings as of 1/31/2017…..................…. 27 Source: TARMLS®

January 2018 Average Age of New Owners:

69.4

SCOV Library - Kate Cusumano suncityorovalley.com/about/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: webopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083

March in SCOV is a month for bibliophiles. While there will not be a traditional book and author luncheon this year, in its place the Friends of the Library (FOL) is offering two new events that are geared toward rewarding FOL membership. A bus trip to the Tucson Festival of Books on Saturday, March 10, is being offered at a cost of $5 for members, and $15 for nonmembers as space permits. Ticket sales began last month, but you may check with the library about availability. The other new event is a celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the FOL featuring mystery author Isabella Maldonado. Cake and coffee will be served. This is a free event for FOL members only. Please obtain a ticket, available in the library starting Monday, March 12, so we know how much cake to order. Let’s celebrate books this month.

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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

January

Actual

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

285,376 48,330 158,160 20,956 98,176 7,174 50,408 668,580

$ 3,026,640 215,496 $ 707,846 $ $ 102,914 $ 522,063 $ 45,423 243,345 $ $ 4,863,727

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,026,640 241,650 670,756 98,635 508,500 14,585 204,419 4,765,185

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

$ $ $ $ $ $

(2,799) (74,757) 591,024

$ (995,000) $ (49,000) $ (25,000) $ (59,701) $ (302,276) $ 3,432,750

$ $ $ $ $ $

(995,000) (49,000) (25,000) (46,400) (288,779) 3,361,006

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

296,270 61,442 43,843 4,319 99,700 110,000 615,574

$ 1,987,763 320,773 $ $ 544,131 76,405 $ $ 690,150 $ 770,000 $ 4,389,222

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

1,903,938 269,935 563,802 74,685 722,660 770,000 4,305,020

Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses

$ $

(110,749) 504,825

$ (793,077) $ 3,596,145

$ $

(770,000) 3,535,020

$

86,199

$

$

(174,014)

Results of Operations

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first 7 months of the 2017-2018 fiscal year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found on our website, suncityorovalley.com. Login 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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7 Months 2017-2018

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(163,395)

If you are interested in more information regarding the Community’s finances, we encourage you to attend the Finance & Budget Committee meeting which will be held Monday, March 19, 1 PM, in 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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Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Listen to Your Body One frustration in returning to exercise is facing the loss of strength and endurance. Many of us try to push too hard, wanting to be where we were rather than starting out where we are. But, whatever your mind wants, your body has its own agenda and it's important to act on your body's cues to back off. This is especially true when coming back from an illness. If you had a nasty cold or flu, your body expended a lot of energy in fighting it and may be weaker than you think.

You should follow doctor's orders, but, when you get back to it, some cues you want to pay attention to include: heart rate or perceived exertion, energy levels, weakness or fatigue.

You may be dehydrated, or you may not be eating as much as normal. On top of lingering symptoms like coughing, runny noses and lack of sleep, you can easily fatigue without warning. Learning to listen to your body is essential for getting back to your routine. If what you're doing doesn't feel right for any reason, give yourself permission to end your workout early, just don't forget a light cooldown if needed.

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, March 13, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. They will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

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

Association Committees Help Needed This Help Needed section seeks volunteer help for various Association Committees.

You must be an owner/resident to serve.

Are you interested in keeping our community beautiful, and do you take pride in living here? If so, the Neighborhood Pride Committee (NPC) could use you as a member. It takes three to four hours a month to serve on the committee. Owning a golf cart is not necessary, but it would be helpful. If you are interested and would like to join us, or if you have any questions, call Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 or Katy Mosier, Staff Liaison, 520-917-8058.

Active Health Chair Janyce Lundstedt 503-475-0520 janyce.lundstedt@gmail.com Nov.-Apr, Second Tue., 1:30 PM, WC1 suncityorovalley.com/members-login/committees/active-health We are sharing two opportunities in March. The first is a presentation Friday, March 16, 1 PM in the Auditorium called "A Functional Medicine Approach to the Treatment of Neuro-degenerative Disease and Dementia." The presenter is a new SCOV resident, Richard “Rick” Menet, M.D., M.P.H. Rick practiced internal medicine and occupational and environmental medicine for 36 years. In 2011, he was diagnosed with MS. When treatment by traditional medicine left him wanting, he learned about functional medicine and has been

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studying it ever since. He will include his personal experience in his presentation.

The second opportunity is an experiential/participative workshop, "Awareness in Motion" led by Sifu Gene Nelson, Certified Master Instructor, American Tai Chi & Qigong Association. It will be held in the Activity Center Dance Studio Wednesday, March 21, 7-8:15 PM. Sifu Gene will lead the group through various walking and standing exercises. The goal is to promote heightened mind and body awareness while in motion. Dress appropriately for exercise and see the flyer in this Tipster for more information on both opportunities.

Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Chair Stan Shopa First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1 afc@suncityorovalley.com

A Remarkable Number Our new Aquatic Fitness Center opened in January of 2014. There were many questions about the need for it. The following is an update on Aquatic Fitness Center usage and its impact on our SCOV community. Please keep in mind that home occupancy remains stable year to year. Based on actual numbers, Aquatic Fitness Center visits are up 45% over the last year we have figures for (2012). Total visits for 2017 were 133,488 which is on average over 11,000 visits per month.

An additional plus to our Aquatic Fitness Center is that retirement home buyers list a modern updated Fitness Center as very influential in their decision on where to buy their retirement home. Our Aquatic Fitness Center is a highlight on Ambassador Tours and a very solid asset for SCOV homeowners.

Architectural Review Janice Strassburg 520-338-2568 janicestrassburg@gmail.com Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM, WC3

The ARC Development Standards are the Bible by which this committee operates. It is also the document that Neighborhood Pride uses. You would find it advantageous to familiarize yourself with the Standards. You may save yourself from a courtesy notification letter by being aware of what is and what is not allowed in our community. While driving around at night you may notice some post lights that are rather bright. A 25 watt bulb is the maximum allowed. A motion sensor light should not project beyond your own property nor should back patio lights project into a neighbor's yard.

Rules may at times seem an imposition, but they also keep our community looking good.

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

Did you know our directory is on the SCOV website? Find your neighbors' names, or all the people from your hometown, or whatever you seek. The incremental search box will display results as you type.

Are you included in the directory? New homeowners are unlisted by default. To add or update your information, complete the online form “To change your directory listing….”

Or fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center. You can choose to have certain information unlisted in the paper phone book and/or online.

Does the Posse have your phone number? If the Posse notices any issues during their rounds but can’t contact you, they call 911. The directory provides updated contact infor-

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mation to the Posse monthly. You can be unlisted and still allow the Posse to have your phone number. Request a Posse Only listing.

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

Here are directions for looking up the Vendor List on the website: Go to scovaz.com > Members > Member Services > Consumer Referral Vendor List > Read More. The Vendor List was formerly the Consumer Referral List.

The Vendor List may be viewed at the monitor desk in the Activity Center during business hours.

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

Come and enjoy cake and hear a recommended author, Isabella Maldonado, who had a career in law enforcement and forensics and now writes great mysteries. You will need a ticket (free, available at the Library beginning March 12) to attend this members-only event. It is not too late to become a member and celebrate with us.

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-4 PM, Sat. 9 AM-12:30 PM suncityorovalley.com/learn/amenities-facilities/gift-shop

Election SCOV Voting Continues On Tuesday, March 27, at 8 AM the Election Committee will retrieve the results from Vote-Now. The results will be reported to the Board and distributed throughout the community, posted on the website and in This Week In SCOV (TWISCOV).

Finance-Budget Chair Sharon Miller muggins48@comcast.net Third Mon., 1 PM, WC3

The 2018-2019 SCOV Association budgeting process continues. The first draft of the budget was presented to the Finance – Budget Committee during its February 26 meeting. If any additions/changes are recommended, a second draft will be prepared and presented for discussion at a special meeting tentatively scheduled for Monday, March 5, 1 PM. The committee will finalize its 2018-2019 budget recommendation and forward it to the Board by the end of March.

Committee agendas, minutes and financial reports are posted on the SCOV members-only website. Please contact Sharon Miller for more information.

Food and Beverage Advisory Chair Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com Oct.-May, First Fri., 2-3 PM, The Views Terrace It’s the season for our resident javelinas to forage the area around the restaurant with their new babies. They are nice to observe and photograph. They usually don’t bother humans, but consider dogs, like coyotes, a predator. Be patient and keep your distance. They are hard of hearing and don’t see well, but can smell you. If you encounter a herd while leaving the restaurant, please return so a manager can assist you, maybe with a fog horn or long stick for some protection, so you can get to your vehicle safely.

Speaking of dogs, all but identified service dogs are prohibited from the restaurant, terrace and patio. While staff might like to serve you in a designated pet-friendly area, it is prohibited by HOA by-laws, which the Board would need to recommend a change for a community vote. Unless changed, staff must ask if your dog is a certified service animal.

Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Pat Brown patbrown630@gmail.com

March is a busy month for Friends of the Library. By now, we hope that you have your bus tickets to the Tucson Festival of Books. Ticket sales were February 22 and 23, and there may be a waiting list. On Monday, March 26, at 1 PM, Friends of the Library celebrates a 20-year anniversary.

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Jan Bohe (left) and Joan Kelley.

March draws us closer to spring, and the weather is delightful and fresh. Come to your own resident Gift Shop to browse new items from our newest consignors. Featured artists for this month are Jan Bohe and Joan Kelley Jan makes canvas bags to hold plastic grocery bags. She paints and sews on appliques and can make specific designs upon request. She also makes aprons for moms and daughters and other lovely sewing items for the shop.

Joan has been a lifelong photographer, and loves to find the right light to reveal things otherwise missed. Look for her yawning bobcat in the card racks or the young swallows huddling in the rain. She is usually in the clay room whenever possible. Her pieces are both hand built and wheel thrown, sometimes altered into different forms. The possibilities are endless.

Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell 520-825-5763 Meeting Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1 suncityorovalley.com/members-login/services/loan-room/ The Loan Room is open to all SCOV residents and is located at the end of the Cart Barn. We supply many medical items for short term needs in addition to children's items, beds, tables and chairs for visits from relatives and friends.

We are currently taking reservations for upcoming spring breaks. You may reserve items up to two months in advance. Check out the web site to also request items. Please be sure to bring your SCOV card with you to reserve or pick up items. A key fob will not work with our system.

Marketing Chair Joy Huxtable 520-548-2653 joyeh1115@gmail.com Fourth Mon., 3 PM, WC1

We are reviewing the 2016-2019 Strategic Marketing Plan and updating the plan in response to market conditions. The plan guides us in budgeting for the next fiscal year.

The Marketing Team will again be offering hands-on training sessions to help our residents learn how to navigate the SCOV website to find valuable information and stay informed. Two classes are scheduled for March. See details in

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the Tipster’s Workshops and Classes section.

Prospective homebuyers who take an Ambassador tour can now obtain a Day Pass to use some of our facilities for one day. For example, they will have access to the Fitness Center, Swimming Pool, Pickleball and Tennis Courts. This is in addition to the coupon they receive for a round of golf.

Our next meeting is March 26 at 3 PM.

Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3

What's Right Around the Corner?

Spring is right around the corner, and here are spring cleaning reminders concerning personal yards: • Make sure your house number is visible from the street and that all lights in the fixture are lit, so it can be seen at night.

• Trees must be trimmed up at least seven feet over sidewalks.

• Plants should not extend out over sidewalks, and frost damaged parts of shrubs and trees should be cut off and removed.

• Cracks in driveways, sidewalks, and where the cement meets the asphalt in the street are the responsibility of homeowners to keep weed-free.

• Hedges anywhere in the yard are not to be over six feet tall.

• Shrubs near the entrance of a driveway should be cut to less than 42” in height so as not to block visibility of vehicles and walkers.

• Outside light bulbs are not to exceed 250 lumens per Oro Valley regulations.

Thank you for heeding the above and for continuing to take pride in your property.

Posse Chair Larry Clark 520-404-7664 lclarkscov@gmail.com Meeting First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis scovaz.com/committees/posse/ (must be logged in first)

The Posse was busy in 2017 driving a total of 12,437 miles on patrols around our neighborhood. We found 929 garage doors open, an increase of 22% over 2016. We called the Oro Valley Police 139 times to come assist, an increase of 33%. Please help us do our job, make sure your phone numbers (or your renters) are up-to-date so we can notify you when we find your door open.

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

The Properties Committee from time to time looks into the costs of utilities at Association owned facilities. Last year the Committee completed a study of the Association’s use and cost of water. Due to our desert location, water usage and conservation is critical. The Association’s expense for water is significant. Most of the expense is for the recycled water used for irrigation at the golf course. The balance is for potable water at Association owned buildings and common area irrigation. While incremental savings are possible, our study revealed SCOV is doing a good job regarding water conservation. This is due to a computer based integrated irrigation system at the golf course, the xeriscape landscaping installed over the years at our common areas and careful monitoring by several staff departments. If you are interested in the activities of the Properties Committee, please plan to attend our next meeting Thursday, March 15.

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Tipster Editorial Co-Chair Lou Phillippi 520-638-6957 lnphillippi@yahoo.com Co-Chair Vicki Ettleman 520-519-9781 vettleman4@gmail.com

Information for Tipster Submitters When you submit articles for the Tipster, there are important things to follow so your submission will not need editing by the Tipster Committee, and you will not be contacted to clarify or modify your work.

• Submission deadline is the 8th of each month. This date is critical.

• Don’t exceed the allowed word count for your article. This and other requirements can be found on our website and in the booklet given out at the recent Club Presidents meeting.

• Carefully check dates, times, places and telephone numbers for accuracy.

• Compose on a word processing program, cut and paste into the online Tipster submission form and keep your copy for reference. Review your article before you click on “Submit.”

The next Editorial Committee meeting is Friday, March 16, 9 AM, WC1.

Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086 We are excited to announce a new opportunity for all SCOV residents: ex-golfers, nongolfers, casual and social golfers along with regular players.

You are invited to join us every Thursday afternoon for our new Chipping & Putting League. Enjoy a fun, casual setting while playing nine holes on the putting greens. Check in the Pro Shop before 4PM. Meet on the practice putting green at 4PM. It will take about 1 hour and 15 minutes to play. Immediately following, we will have a social gathering at The Views Restaurant Terrace, offering 50% off your first drink.

Our golf amenity belongs to all residents and this is another way to enjoy our beautiful course together. Sign up weekly in the Pro Shop. We all start at the same time (4:15 PM shotgun) on different holes of the front nine.

We will email your starting hole, and pairings will be posted in the Pro Shop.

Key points: • No golf experience is necessary; however it’s helpful.

• Bring a putter, chipping club, balls, athletic or golf shoes and a social attitude.

• Entry fee is $5 per week plus $10 if you need to rent a cart.

• Individual and/or team play with a maximum chipping distance of 25 yards.

• Prizes awarded for various levels of participation.

• Stay for the meet and greet.

Check out the fun whether you are playing or not. All walkers/hikers are welcome to see the action from 4:15-5:30 PM on the front nine only, as regular golfers are still playing the back nine.

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Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063 March is the beginning of the golf course maintenance busy season. The weather begins to warm up, and the chances of rain goes down. These changes in weather conditions lead to many new challenges on the golf course including a surge in growth of grasses, increased wet and dry areas and Poa Annua seed production.

The warmer weather causes the soil temperatures to rise which releases more nutrients to the grass. The problem is that the grass begins to grow faster than it can be mowed.

This leads to higher fuel and labor costs for the increased mowing and more grass clippings to clean off the fairways and approaches. The warmer weather also starts the Poa Annua bloom on the fairways, approaches and greens. One of the ways to slow the grass growth and reduce Poa Annua flowering is by spraying a growth regulator. This chemical offsets the price of continued mowing and provides a higher quality turf.

The biggest issues in the spring are the increase of dry and wet areas in the fairways. These problem areas occur due to large amounts of play during the winter causing compaction, combined with warmer temperatures. Fairways have already been deep-tine aerified in February and will be done again in March. This process penetrates the soil about 7-9 inches allowing water and air to the roots. The wet areas are alleviated by allowing the water to enter the soil, and the dry spots are less severe with the water reaching the roots.

Golf Advisory Chair Yvette Schulz 520-825-0797 Sep.-May, First Wed., 2 PM, WC3

March is a busy month for our leagues with Club Championships, Member Guest tournaments or hosting Invitational events.

Are you a golfer but not interested in golfing in leagues?

There are other opportunities for you. We have a Casual Golf Group that plays one Monday a month. We also have a Chipping and Putting League that will meet every Thursday.

Stop in the Pro Shop for more information.

How is your golf etiquette and pace of play? Hint of the month: In the fairway, please drop your playing partner off with the proper club, then go to your ball and prepare to hit as long as it is safe to do so.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club

Pres. Jim Convey 720-878-6774 conveyje5@hotmail.com Membership Jim Fogel 208-861-3220 Play Wed.

Belated congratulations to the winners of the Governor's Cup. The team of Bill Cocanour/Gary Mc Carrell won the first flight. The second flight ended up as a tie between the teams of Vern Barr/Art Bruchez and Don Bong/Adam Dress. Jim Mayworm/John Sjursen won the third flight.

March action starts with the Club Championship, an individual stroke play event to be held March 7, 10 and 14. The Club Champion is the low gross winner of the championship flight. All flights will pay both gross and net.

The Views Cup Final will be held March 28, and is a flighted, low net individual tournament. There is a $10 entry fee.

Qualification to play in this tournament is based on the accumulation of 44 points earned by playing in Men's Club sponsored events.

Welcome new members. To join in the fun, sign-up for weekly games in the Men's18-Hole binder found in the Pro Shop.

Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club VP Mark Fuller 612-978-9901 Membership David Chatterton 520-204-5636 We play 9 holes Thu. morning

Welcome back to all returning golfers. We now have the most members ever and the most hole-in-one winners in the past six months. This club is fun and on fire. Join us and hit your own hole-in-one. March is the time for our club tournament and for exchange visits with SaddleBrooke. It should be a good time. We have made small changes to the tournament, three days of play with the best two days used for scoring. Still plenty of room for more members. We welcome everyone. Stop by the Pro Shop and sign up.

The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Nancy Klucking 360-961-6963

VP and Membership Darlene Lamb 913-915-4672

It hardly seems possible to be in March already. April is around the corner and our golf season will come to an end.

Congratulations to the Slicers, the winners of the 2017/2018 Solheim Cup. Presidents Cup is still being played and winners will be announced at April's general meeting. We will also be voting for President and Treasurer, so please sign up to play and attend the general meeting (after play) for elections.

Follow The Views Golf on Twitter: twitter.com/TheViewsGCOV

On February 6, the Nine-Hole Women’s Golf Club hosted our annual U of A Cancer Research Golf Tournament. We had 122 men and women participate in decorated carts and pink attire. We enjoyed raffle prizes and a tasty lunch and program following golf. All proceeds go to U of A Cancer Research. Jo Parker chaired the event with players from ladies' and men's 9-hole and 18-hole golf clubs. Great volunteers made the event a very special day. Photo by John Njaa.

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The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Pattie Horning 248-767-6873 phorning13@gmail.com Membership: Mimi Hutton 520-343-5361 mimi.hutton@gmail.com Play Thu. morning

We Lady Niners are more than halfway through our season, and we have much more fun ahead.

Please save the date of Thursday, March 15, for our Invitational. In addition to our regular Thursday mornings, several nine-hole clubs from the surrounding areas invite us to spend a day at their club in the next few months. Don’t miss a chance to be part of a wonderful group of ladies who enjoy the weather, our beautiful course and the camaraderie of playing golf.

If you wish to join us, contact our Shirley Sheriff volunteers for the membership chair, Mimi Hutton. Putting for Dollar Bills Challenge We have 99 members, so come to benefit the U of A Foundaout and be part of the fun.

tion/Arizona Cancer Center.

Coming Events

Items included in this section must be open to all residents and be either sponsored by the Association or be an annual club event of interest to the entire community.

Every Friday, 3-7 PM; Saturday, 3-5 PM The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Please join us for happy hour. Enjoy the best in live entertainment 4:30-7 PM during Friday happy hour and 4-6:30 PM on Saturday.

Saturday and Sunday, March 3 and 4, 10 AM-4 PM Quilt Show Don't miss our annual show in the Auditorium. Contact Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 for information.

Tuesday, March 6, 1 PM Sun City Strummers Spring Sing A Long Concert Come and join us at our free spring concert in the Auditorium. We will have the lyrics on sceens so you can join us in joyful song to welcome a new spring.

Tuesdays, March 6 or 27, 1 PM

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

Greetings from The Views Restaurant. I hope you all are enjoying the winter weather. Looking at March, we have St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, one of my favorite celebrations of the year. We will Irish-up the restaurant with some great food and drink specials. We will be serving Mulligatawny soup, corned beef and cabbage and Irish whiskey-glazed chicken with an Irish cocktail special. We have a few new Irish whiskeys for you to try. We are planning for a large crowd; however, with no reservations, specials are first come, first serve, while supplies last. We'll have special Irish entertainment from 3-4 PM. Thank you again for your continuous support of The Views Restaurant.

Sun City Vistoso Foundation Dave Scoles 520-825-2085 dave.marsha.az@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis

We are well into 2018 and I want to take this opportunity to thank those of you who recently contributed to the Foundation. Charitable gifts can be made throughout the year by check, stocks or gifts-in-kind. Send your gift to the Sun City Vistoso Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755. Funds donated to the Foundation are used to provide some level of support to various organizations that provide health, cultural, educational, recreational and charitable services in SCOV and surrounding areas. Give me a call if you have questions. We are looking forward to another successful year. Thank you for your continuing support.

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Town of Oro Valley Public Art Tours The Town of Oro Valley offers a free tour of public art on display at different stores and buildings in the town. Limit of 13 people per date. To obtain a ticket for one of the above dates, please see Coco at the Welcome Center.

Wednesday, March 7, 10:15AM The Fountains Bus Trip On Wednesday, March 7, Vistoso Helpful Hands sponsors a bus trip, lunch and facilities tour of The Fountains. The bus leaves the Activity Center promptly at 10:15 AM. Call 520797-2001, Grace, Carlene or Gloria for reservations. Seating is limited.

Saturday, March 10, 8:30 AM-4:45 PM Bus Trip to the Tucson Festival of Books The Friends of the Library (FOL) is sponsoring a bus to and from the Tucson Festival of Books. Bus will leave from SCOV in the parking lot behind the Welcome Center at 8:30 AM, and depart the book festival at 3:45 PM.

Tickets, $5 pp for FOL members, nonmember residents, $15 pp.

Check at Library for availability.

Tuesday, March 13, 10 AM Tucson Museum of Art Talks Veteran docent and old friend, Kay Jensen, will be at the Activity Center/Navajo to present a new program entitled: "Louise Nevelson–Constructing Sculpture Against All Odds."

If you know of her, you will enjoy the revisit. If you don't, come and find out what you've been missing. It's free and we serve refreshments. Questions? Call Rudi Punzmann 520427-7777.

Join the Posse The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch Keep our neighborhood safe.

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Friday, March 16, 1 PM

Saturday, March 31, 7 AM-Noon

A Functional Medicine Approach to the Treatment of Neuro-degenerative Disease and Dementia In the Auditorium, the SCOV Active Health Committee will host this presentation by new SCOV resident, Richard “Rick” Menet, M.D., M.P.H. He will share information on Functional Medicine as well as his personal experience with MS.

Courtyard Sale Turn your treasures into cash by purchasing a table to sell your goodies. The tables will be on sale Monday and Tuesday, March 12 and 13, from 9-11 AM, Activity Center Lobby.

Tables are $25 each, and you may purchase more than one.

Friday, March 16, 7 PM

“SixFeetUp” Presents Super Sixties Show This group presented a different program here last year.

The response was great, and you asked to have them back with a different show. Enjoy memories of days gone by with your friends. Cabaret seating in the Auditorium. Bring your own drinks and snacks.

Dusty River Band For our many bluegrass lovers this is always a fun night of music and friends gathering. Cabaret seating in the Auditorium, bring your own snacks and drinks. Doors open 6:30 PM, show 7 PM.

Tickets, $20 pp, on sale at the Welcome Center Wednesday, March 21, 7 PM Awareness in Motion This experiential/participative workshop will be held in the Dance Studio of the Activity Center and led by Sifu Gene Nelson, Certified Master Instructor, American Tai Chi & Qigong Association and a new SCOV resident. Space is limited. See flyer in this Tipster for more information.

Saturday, March 24, 7 PM and Sunday, March 25, 2 PM "On With the Show" The Sun City Variety Theatre proudly presents “On with the Show.” This vaudeville talent show will be in the Auditorium. Please note the date change for the first performance.

You may purchase individual tickets at an assigned table or buy an entire table.

Tickets, $10 pp., on sale Mon.-Thu., Mar. 12-15, 9-11 AM, and Mon. and Wed., Mar. 12 and 14, 1-3 PM, Activity Center Lobby Monday, March 26, 7 PM United Methodist Church: The Inn Project During a typical day at the Inn, guests (from across the border) are dropped by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the church parking lot. Each guest has traveling papers and a future hearing date with ICE in their new community. Come to Catalina Vista to learn how this project started and what happens next.

Tuesday, March 27, 10 AM A Feast: Food in Art Art is often inspired by what is all around us and what is important to us. Artists have created images of food since the earliest times, and they've portrayed every aspect, from gathering, to preparing to eating. We will take a mouth-watering look at some of this work. Join us at the Activity Center/Native American rooms. Presenter is Gary Freiburger.

No charge for this event.

Saturday, March 31, 7 PM

Tickets, $15 pp, on sale at the Welcome Center

Sunday, April 8, 2 PM and Tuesday, April 10, 7 PM "Country Round Up!" Spring Concert The Sun City Singers are performing two spring concerts featuring country and American folk songs in the Auditorium.

Bring your family and friends to one of these popular sellout concerts. Look for details on posters in SCOV facilities.

Open seating.

Tickets, $5 pp, on sale Mon.-Fri., Apr. 2-6, 9 AM-Noon and Mon., Apr. 9, 9 AM-Noon, Activity Center/Lobby

Sunday, April 15 SCOV Women's Auxiliary Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon Mark your calendars for our annual spring luncheon, fashion show, raffle and auction. Fresh Produce and Eileen’s will be partnering with us by showing the latest styles while we enjoy an afternoon of socializing and good food. Net proceeds will go to Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse of Tucson. Tickets will be for sale to members at our March 13 meeting; see below for public sales. Contact Carol Goeman, 520-818-1213 with questions.

Tickets, $35 pp, on sale Thu. and Fri., Mar. 15-16, 9-11 AM, Activity Center.

Saturday, April 21 Outdoor Movie Save this date for another fun night with friends. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket to sit on for movie watching on our golf driving range. There is no charge. The movie has not been selected as of this date. More information in the future.

If you have a movie suggestion, email Pam at psarpalius@ suncityorovalley.com.

Sunday, April 22, 2 PM Tucson Symphony Strings An afternoon of fine music will be presented in our Auditorium. Doors open at 1:30 PM, performance at 2 PM.

Tickets, $18 pp, on sale Thu., Mar. 22, at the Welcome Center

Friday, March 30, 10:30 AM-Noon Tipster Collation Help collate the inserts into the Tipsters in the Auditorium.

It's a great way to get some exercise and meet new people.

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Help Collate the Tipster Once a month, residents are needed to insert flyers into the Tipster. Receive your Tipster early, share refreshments with us at the Auditorium. Usually the work is performed on the last business day of the month at approximately 10:45 AM. Call Dave or Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994.

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Special Events for Clubs

See club articles for full details.

Day Trippers, Thu., Mar. 1, 8 AM, Omelet Breakfast, and 9 AM, General Meeting Singles Bocce, Thu., Mar. 1, 6 PM, Bocce courts Singles Bowling, every Friday, 1:45 PM, Fiesta Lanes Singles Golf, Sun., Mar. 4, 1:45 PM, The Views Tennis Club, Mar. 5-18, Annual Ladies' Doubles Tournament Singles Dinner, Thu., Mar. 8, 5:30 PM Social Hour, 6 PM Dinner, Activity Center/Navajo Room Wisconsin Club, Sat., Mar. 10, Annual Party, 5 PM, Social Hour, 6:15 PM Dinner, Auditorium Tennis Club, Sun., Mar. 11, 1 PM, St. Patrick's Mixed Doubles and Social Genealogy, Tue., Mar. 13, 1 PM, “International Searching,” Activity Center/Navajo Day Trippers, Thu., Mar. 15, Wine Tour of Arizona Wineries Rock 'N Roll Club, Sat., Mar. 17, 7-10 PM, Dance, Auditorium Tennis Club, Wed., Mar. 21, 9 AM, Ladies' Round Robin and St. Patty's Day Social Hiking Club, Sat., Mar. 24, 2-5 PM, Annual Meeting, Activity Center. Voting, Refreshments, Speaker.

Racquetball, Mon., Mar. 26, 4:30 PM, Annual Barbecue and Seasonal Resident Send-off Day Trippers, Tue, Apr. 17, St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Monastery, Museum and Downtown Florence SC Starlight Dance Club, Fri., Apr. 20, 6-9:30 PM, Spring Fling Dance, Auditorium Day Trippers, Tue., Apr. 24, Bisbee/Tombstone

Workshops and Classes Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes Classes are held the fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:30 PM, WC1. Lonnie Davis teaches these classes. To attend, you must register ahead of time by calling Lonnie 520917-8073. You could save the life of a loved one. Call Lonnie now to reserve a space for the March 28 class.

Association-Sponsored Fitness Purchase a punch card from the receptionist at the Administration Office in the Welcome Center, $20/10 classes. You may use this card for all SCOV-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used by your guests. There is $3 drop-in charge if you do not have a punch card.

Aqua Zumba®: Balance Class: Cardio Chair Aerobics:

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

Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC Pool Mon., 10:30-11:30 AM, AFC 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., 10-11 AM, AFC Pool Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 5:30-6:30 PM, AFC

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ILR Samplers Samplers are at 2 PM, Catalina Vista. All SCOV residents and their guests are welcome. Free, no sign-up. Bring your resident’s card for building access. Contact Sally Evert 520-818-3068, sallyevert@gmail for more information or program suggestions.

March 1: "Whiskey is for Drinking. Water is for Fighting: The Living Legacies of Spanish Water Rights in the American Southwest."

Dr. Michael M. Brescia March 8: Preview of Fall 2018 ILR Classes Introduction to Tai Chi – Free Class Thursday, March 22, 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 1.

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese Tradition that involves slow, focused movements. Because of the benefits for balance, strength and improved breathing, it is an exercise especially suitable for seniors. Tai Chi Club is proud to offer you this chance to work with our two expert and experienced Tai Chi Masters. See the Tai Chi Club article on page ___ for more information Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes are held Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM, WC3. Caregivers are welcome to attend classes. Ray Jerkins 520-219-3561.

SCOV Website Training Class Electronic Communication is now our preferred method of communication. Want to be in the know about what is happening in SCOV, or have access to a variety of useful information about our community: calendar of events, rules and regulations, Vendor List, Board Agenda and Minutes, ARC Application Form, etc.? SCOV’s website is the place to start. There will be two hands-on training sessions offered in March. Both classes will be held in the Computer Lab. You may bring your own laptop or use one of the lab’s PCs or MACs. You need to bring your SCOV Website log-in name and password. If you don’t have a log-in to the Members Only section, please contact the office to make arrangements to get one. Space is limited. To sign up for a class use one of these links: Tuesday, March 13, 9-10:30 AM, bit.ly/Webtrain0313 Tuesday, March 27, 1-2:30 PM, bit.ly/Webtrain0327 Spanish Language Classes Contact Myriam Barrientos 520-906-8334 or spanishmexico@aol.com and review the many levels of classes available at vive-mexico.com.

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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For Your Information

Thank You Corner

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

This section allows residents to express thanks to the community. Articles should not exceed 50 words and should not contain thanks to specific persons.

AARP Tax Assistance Trained and experienced AARP tax counselors will provide free assistance for electronically filed Federal and Arizona state tax returns, by appointment only, Saturdays, March 3 through April 14, 9 AM-Noon, Welcome Center. Bring 2016 return; 2017 W-2s, interest, dividend, broker and pension 1099s; Social Security 1099s; receipts and cancelled checks if itemizing deductions and any other pertinent tax information needed to prepare an accurate return. A Social Security card, photo ID and current checkbook must be presented.

There are no appointments available at the SCOV site.

Other close by AARP sites include Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:304 PM; and AARP Info Center, 6700 N. Oracle Road, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9 AM-2 PM. Appointments are not required at these two sites.

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Thank you all so much for the cards, calls, food, flowers, prayers, positive thoughts and for being so wonderful to Dave and me during my recent emergency medical situation. We are so glad we live here.

I'm so glad to be alive!

Thanks again, Norma Martin

Art League The entire month of April, the Art League theme show "Distortions," will be on display at the Activity Center.

Memoriam

Resident Greg Mattox 1 Margaret Armantrout 1

Clifford Day Carol Beaton

Former Residents 1 1

January 30 February 16 January 25 February 12

Coffee Cart The Coffee Cart is serving coffee every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9-10:30 AM, Activity Center/Kachina Lounge.

Costume Closet The Costume Closet is in the Loan Room at the Cart Barn.

Costume checkout and returns are by appointment only. Call Marty Siracusa, 520-825-6961 or Betty Verderese, 520-8257811 to schedule appointments. Cash donations are always welcome.

Dispose-A-Med Oro Valley Police Department will collect unused prescriptions and over the counter medications for proper destruction Tuesday, March 6, 9-11 AM, Activity Center Lobby. Do not leave medications at any other time. For information about other collection sites, go to orovalleyaz.gov/police Fruit Harvesting Iskashitaa Refugee Network volunteers will harvest fruit from backyard trees. SCOV collection day is Friday, March 16. Sign up online www.iskashtaa.org/donate-your-fruit, email harvesting@iskashitaa.org or call 520-440-0100. We bring our own equipment (crates, pickers), each volunteer signs a liability waiver form. A donation of $25 is requested from homeowners to help with expenses (gas and equipment).

If You Rent Your Home

Please make sure your renters are aware of the following rules and rights: • Homeowner must submit paperwork three days prior to renters arrival.

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

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

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

• A renter will receive SCOV homeowner rates at the golf course and 10% off at The Views Restaurant.

ON THE COVER

"A Sunburst of Spring"

by Sheryl Hester.

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Clubs Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Art League Co-Pres. Caryl Thornton 520-638-7024, Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Bark Carving Ted Rydzewski 520-825-8624 Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary Clay Pres. Renee Ford 203-733-4447 neeford46@gmail.com Sep.-May, First Thu., General Meeting, 1 PM, Artisan Center/Pottery Orientation Third Mon. and Thu., 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM Glaze mentoring Third Thu., 1-3 PM; Studio cleaning last Wed., 1 PM

The routine continues with classes, orientations, cleaning and helping new members grow with clay.

We are working together and enjoying our time in mud as usual.

Funny how the season flies by as we settle into each year’s work and fun. Members are gathering on Thursday, March 22 at Catalina Vista for the latest gathering to share food and conversation and April will bring a visit by the potters from Saddlebrooke. Keep an eye out in the studio for details of these coming events and make sure you keep your pieces moving through the system. Thank a kiln worker Susan Steinhart with a bowl made and hug a glaze maker, volunteer to help on a team and make sure on the wheel. to clean up after yourself. It works if we all work together.

Fine Arts Studio Co-Pres. April Hoffman 520-329-8443, Phyllis Cutcher 520-825-2489 Wed., 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio Our studio is very busy preparing for the upcoming theme show "Distortion" which will hang in the Activity Center. This is a wide open theme and, from the looks of the pieces being created, it will be a plethora of styles and feelings. We also hang a new selection of paint- Critique of Ann Gethen and her beautiful pallete knife ings in the hallway painting. outside our studio each month.

Our painting critiques have become more decisive, positive and constructive, thanks to the direction of our new president. This is the activity which brings us together, agreeing on the basics but allowing freedom of expression, which is absolutely necessary for each individual artist. This is when the lessons taught and learned in the past come to fruition, rendering the critique a valuable lesson for each artist. We have a significant group of artists in our club and their value to the community is demonstrated, month after month, in the paintings which adorn the walls of our three centers.

Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 520-818-2343 Kaarendrent@yahoo.com Mon., 1 PM, and Fri., 9 AM, Lapidary Room

Come and relax with us and make some art.

Colored Pencil Jan Thomas 520-591-1275, Carol Fouch 817-751-8154 Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Art Studio Love color and detail? Are you interested in exploring patterns, shapes, darks and lights?

Colored Pencil may be just the club for you.

It is an easy, forgiving medium, but does require patience.

Basic drawing skills are Maryfaith Fox working on her section of our Club projhelpful but not es- ect which is on display this month in the Activity Center. sential. We will show you a few basics, and you will begin to see the world in a whole new light. Come join us.

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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.

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

During a recent Modelers meeting, Don Holbrook provided a lively, photo-illustrated account of his work as a special effects artist in various parts of the entertainment industry.

His work included building models, full-sized items and more for cruise ship stage shows, amusePhoto by Tom Prall. ment parks and the movies. The photos illustrated both the range of his work and interests and the quality of the products that he and his workshop created. He seems to have specialized in creating realistic weathering effects on objects of all types, from buildings to amusement rides. "Make it dirty," is his motto.

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

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

Just a reminder to all our artists, there are two theme shows this spring. The April show will be "Distortions" and the May show will be "Childhood." We hope you have fun creating a painting for both shows.

Vistoso Photo Pres. Pat Mulligan 520-820-1809 Sep.-May, Second and Fourth Wed., 6 PM, Catalina Vista vistosophotoclub.weebly.com

"Popcorn Stand" by Clare Scarpulla.

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The winners of the Open competition in January: Andrew Oltman, Barry Wehrung, Clare Scarpulla, Dave Henderson, Diane Haegele, Harvey Gardner, Janet Nelson, Judy Cornelius, Ken Ayers, Laura Hackenbrock, Pat Mulligan, Ron Richardson and Steve Perkins.

The competition theme for March 28 is Open. Photos must have been taken after April 1, 2015.

As well as friendly monthly competitions, our club offers educational and instructional programs, hosts guest speakers and exhibits members' winning photos. Visitors are always welcome to attend any of our meetings and competitions.

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

Our studio is currently working on a variety of sculptures, from realistic to abstract, heads, busts, animals, shamen and even a rockbased piece. A sculpture is only limited by the desires of the artist and, perDave Dame bronzing a bust with Gene McCullagh. haps, size. We have expert teachers for beginning members. Come to our studio at Catalina Vista and check out our progress. We'll be happy to demonstrate the procedure for fabricating a worthwhile piece for your home.

Sewing Thimblelenas

Penny Burroughs 530-545-2642 Pam Miller 719-244-1396 Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing Casa Amigas

Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 Mon. and Thu., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing One of the members in our sewing group enjoys making bags.

It started with making about 50 reusable grocery bags for the TriCommunity Food Bank in Mammoth. The next batch of 75 bags went to Youth On Their Own. As more fabric was donated, quite a bit of it from an interior decorator, over 120 colorful bags were made for Sister Jose Women's Center. Mel's Bags.

Tote bags were also sent to Three Points Community Clinic. For Christmas, over 50 messenger bags were sewn for teens. These bags had matching crocheted scarves and knitted hats done by some Casa members. All

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went to Tri- Community and Emerge!.

The newest and long term project is making duffel and tote bags for AVIVA so children can keep their belongings in them. We plan to make a lot of these and would like you to join us in the Sewing Room to accomplish this goal.

Cheer Bears

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

The Cheer Bear team has been meeting weekly since the first of the year, and we have already accumulated a large number of the little, sweetfaced teddies to be given to youngsters and oldsters to cheer up their day. Please stop by on Wednesday afternoons to help us on our mission.

We need pattern tracers and cutters, face embroiderers, body sewers, stuffers and packers. The photo shows a few of the bears we create. Let's spread the cheer with our little bears.

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 facebook.com/groups/SCOVMachineEmb/ Third Thu., 1:30 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing

It's always fun to see what everyone has been making and to get new ideas for your machine embroidery projects. Join us March 15, 1:30 PM. Call Karin Frolich for lessons on the six-needle machine.

The back Sewing Room is reserved for embroidery on Thursday afternoons. Just about every month, new things are loaded onto the Sewing Room computer. Come over to the Sewing Room Thursday afternoons and check things out.

Pet Beds

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

We're cut-ups. That's right. We sit around the table cutting washable scrap fabric into itsy bitsy pieces perfect for stuffing pet beds for the Humane Society. We add some fiber fill and sew them up for delivery. The pets love them. Come join us if you love pets.

Quilters

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

Our annual quilt show is here. Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4 from 10 AM-4 PM both days, in the Activity Center. There is also a boutique, demos, a treasure table and a beautiful raffle quilt with proceeds going to the TriCommunity Food Bank. Don't miss this annual event.

On Monday, March 12 we will have our spring luncheon and present the check to Tri-Community Food Bank. March 27, Penny will be doing a demo for an easy placemat pattern.

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Seniors for Kids

Jean Sax 651-436-4243 Sewing/Crafting for SFK, Mon., 1-3 PM, Wed., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Toy Woodworking, various times, Artisan Center/Wood Shop Meetings: First Thu., 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

The Courtyard Sale includes major fundraising opportunities for Seniors for Kids. Attend the event and enjoy our coffee, doughnuts and hot dogs.

The annual Raffle Basket tickets will be on sale March 2629, 9-11 AM in the Activity Center. The baskets are fabulous.

We will accept your unneeded or unused household and decor items, tools and hobby stuff, small appliances and anything except clothing and large furniture items to sell at the Courtyard Sale, Saturday, March 31. A truck will be parked by the Posse Shack Friday, March 30, 11 AM-1 PM, so you can drop off your treasures with prices marked (in 25¢ increments). If you need to move it out sooner, contact Dick Minch 262-547-5651 for heavy stuff, or Carol Guibert 520404-1462 for lightweight treasures. Please let your neighbors and friends know about donating items also.

Tapestry Rug Hooking

Ann Feeney 520-818-0340 annmfeeney1@yahoo.com Tue., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing

Our members use many different rug-hooking techniques.

We enjoy each other’s company and watching our projects come to life. Stop by and check us out. We welcome new members and are happy to work with anyone who would like to start hooking.

Show ‘N Share Vicki Frakes 859-801-0525

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

We meet year-round and always welcome new members.

Members work on portable crafts such as coloring, crocheting, knitting, mixed media, needle work (embroidery, cross stitch, etc.) and paper crafts (cards, scrapbooks, etc.). At Show ‘N Share, we show our creations and share our ideas.

No dues.

Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Tom Moore 503-510-2251 65tmor@gmail.com Shop Hours: Mon.-Thu., 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM; Fri., 9 AM-Noon First Mon., 3:30 PM, Artisan Center/Silversmith Studio Barb Grey always liked and admired homemade jewelry. She really wanted to take a jewelry class but circumstances led to a 38-year career in real estate. After retiring, she was looking for an opportunity to pursue jewelry making. When she visited SCOV as a possible retirement place, she walked around the corner of the Artisan Center, and there stood the silversmith and lapidary shops. Barb soon signed up for the orientation class and then started making jewelry on her own. She works primarily with silver, making tex- Barb Grey finishing a bangle bracelet.

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tured bangle bracelets but looks forward to adding lapidary materials and techniques to her repertoire to explore the many possibilities for creativity in this medium. She enjoyed the orientation, which she felt provided empowerment and a sense of success. She appreciates the help available within the club and the welcoming, unintimidating ambience. We look forward to seeing her new creations in the future.

Stained/Fused Glass Wye Mace 520-982-5647 Juliet Williams 623-565-0153 Fusing: Tue. and Thu., 9-11 AM, Artisan Center/Stained Glass Open Studio, any time Tue.-Sun., Artisan Center/Stained Glass

Water Media Co-Pres. Marlene Peradotto 716-390-2982, Darlene Charbonneau 763-442-2092 Tue., 9 AM-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Open Studio is for all who are interested in painting using water media. We promote a relaxed atmosphere for those interested in sharing ideas with others. An instructional video will be shown Tuesday, March 13, 1 PM. Please join us.

Woodworking

Pres. Bill Norton 480-993-8762, VP Karen Curry 708-822-3057

Secretary Colin Kaltenbach 520-444-8214

Membership Robert Watson 520-789-7060

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Next meeting Wed., Mar. 21, 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis

Thanks to all the woodworkers who placed projects on display and manned the tables to answer questions at the Club Fair. The two tables attracted many interested people.

To all woodworkers past, present and future, we are now accepting your 2018 dues ($20, checks only) in the woodshop. We are also verifying our email list for accuracy. If you have not received an email recently from the woodshop, please come in and get signed up on the current list so you will be assured to receive all our latest information.

The Courtyard Sale will be Saturday, March 31. If you have any woodworking related items that you would like to donate to our sale to earn funds for the shop, we appreciate your support. If you are interested in shopping, stop by and check out what we have for sale.

Continuing Education

mers to track and detect asteroids. Star Party on Tuesday, March 20 with Nelson Tilden.

This strange object appeared in the early evening sky (with the moon) on December 22, 2017. It was a space X Falcon9 satellite launched from Vandenburg AFB. The earth rotates from east to west at 879 mph in Tucson (1038 at the equator). It was launched to the west but the earth rotates under it and it appeared in our sky. West launches are mostly polar while launches in the east are with the earth's rotation. Photo by Marta Tansley Pemberton.

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 We are currently studying I and II Thessalonians. The study is supported by the commentary and study guides written by the highly respected Warren Wiersbe. His "Be Ready" series encourages us to be prepared as Christian men for what is coming. Ready for what? How? Why? Join us to learn just how important our preparations are for what God expects of us. Don't forget you can join some of us at The Views Restaurant for breakfast afterward.

Precept Women’s Bible Study

We are enjoying this new study of I Thessalonians. Our growth in membership is exciting. Come and join us as we learn God's Word.

Great Books Pres. Barbara Gates 520-825-7645 V.P. Connie Armstrong 520-544-7723 connieachuckg@aol.com Oct.-May, First and Third Wed., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

In this club, we read and discuss selections of thoughtprovoking works of literature presented in anthologies by the Great Books Foundation. We offer great conversations about great ideas. In March we will begin reading selections from Counterparts, an exciting Great Books collection featuring pairings of texts that complement or play off one another in interesting ways. We hope the readings will challenge your assumptions and spark debate. On March 7 the topic is Gender: Lilies (selection) by John Ruskin and The Feminine Mystique (selection) by Betty Friedan. On March 21, the topic is War: Ode 3.32 by Horace and Dulce et Decorum Est by Wilfred Owen. Counterparts can be purchased from the Great Books Foundation and on Kindle for $9.95.

Join us. We welcome all SCOV residents.

Astronomy

Pres. Ron Collins 812-344-4772 scovastronomy@gmail.com

Oct.-May, Third Thu., 7 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

scovastronomy.com Dolores Hill is our speaker Thursday, March 15. She is the co-lead of the OSIRIS-REx Target Asteroids program.

OSIRIS-REx is on its way to asteroid Bennu at 63,000 MPH and will sample its composition and return it to earth. It will take years to accomplish. Meanwhile, back at the U of A Planetary Lab, Dolores leads the Target Asteroids program that puts citizen scientists front and center in the effort to learn more about asteroids and to protect our planet. She was recently honored at the White House for her cutting edge asteroid research and for organizing amateur astrono-

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Pres. Linda Miller, 520-818-2716 Faith Heitmann, 208-750-5886 Oct.-Apr., Wed., 9 AM, WC3

SCOV Book Club Pres. Sandie Roberts 847-525-9239 VP Glenda Tonkin 520-207-4802 Communications: Cynthia Kartman 414-732-3063 kartmania1@me.com First Mon., 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

In March, we will discuss Saints for All Occasions by Courtney Sullivan. Named one of the New York Times Critics’ Top Books of 2017, Saints for All Occasions is a novel about family, secrets, loss and heartache that spans two continents and several generations.

The April book selection is We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter. In this, her debut novel, Ms. Hunter explores the harrowing struggles and ultimate triumph of the Kurc

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family starting in Poland in 1939 and continuing throughout WWII. The story is based upon the experiences of Hunter’s own family.

Computer - Vistoso Computer Society (VCS) Membership David Johnson 520-825-6994 Pres. Leo Belardinelli 520-989-9314 General Meetings, Nov.-Mar., Second Mon., 1 PM, Auditorium scovcomputer.com

The general meeting is Monday, March 12, 1 PM, Auditorium. 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.

Dues for 2018 are $10/household and can be paid at the general meeting or by sending a check payable to VCS, along with an application form, to Dave Johnson, 2427 Nasturtium St. Applications are available outside the learning center in the Welcome Center or on the club website. Renewing members do not need to complete an application form if personal information has not changed.

Used toner and ink cartridges can be deposited in the basket provided outside the Computer Learning Center for recycling.

March Computer Club Class Schedule Class Name Date Time iPhone Basics with concentration on Photos 1 Session Thu., Mar. 8 1-2 PM Peg Bushong jerpegbushong@hotmail.com Windows 10 (Bring your computers) 1 session Thu., Mar. 15 10 AM-Noon Leo Belardinelli lbelardinelli@hotmail.com Android Phone 1 Session Fri., Mar. 16 1-3 PM Karen Hasselbach candydish7@gmail.com Streaming and Broadcast Alternatives to Cable TV 2 Sessions Part 1 Mon., Mar 19 10 AM-Noon

Part 2 Mon., Mar. 26 10 AM-Noon Mary Kaczmarski marykacz.scov@gmail.com iPhone Basics concentrating on Texting, Siri, Apps and Security 1 Session Thu., Mar. 22 1-3 PM Peg Bushong Jerpegbushong@hotmail.com Making a Photo Book using Shutterfly 1 Session Sat., Mar. 24 9:15-11:15 AM Dave and Tempe Johnson dpjohn@aol.com Gmail 1 Session by YACs Limit 25 Sat., Mar. 31 9:30-11 AM Ann Owen anno35@me.com Help Sessions for PC and Mac Users 4 Sessions Tue., March 6 and 20 1-3 PM

Wed., March 14 and 28 1-3 PM General Meeting Mon., March 12 1-3 PM

Genealogy Pres. Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu Monitor Training Joan Allen Mentoring Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General Meetings Oct.-May, Second Tue., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo scvgs.org

At our general meeting, Tuesday, March 13, 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room, our own member, Holly Gibson, will present “International Searching” to find your ancestors across the ponds. Saturday Shorts, March 3, 9:15 AM will explain how to use our Genealogy Room, our website, and the Genealogy Library. Check our website for more interest-

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ing Saturday Shorts with varied topics. Are you becoming more serious about finding your family, and the Genealogy Room is not open when you want to research? We have the answer. Get the 10-minute training, and become that monitor. It is that simple. Now you can be sure the room is open when you have the time.

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 suncityilr.com

Please do not go to classes if you are sick. It is not good for you, and it is not good for anyone else in the room.

Summer and Fall Course Preview is Thursday, March 8, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. Registration will run in two parts. The first will include both summer and fall courses from March 8-22. A second round of registration is for courses which were not filled during the first registration period. This second registration period will be August 1-15 for fall courses only. Please do not register for courses which are already full. Watch the Tipster and/or the Club website for further details.

Not an ILR member yet? It’s easy to join. If you are a current resident with paid association fees, complete the Membership Application/Registration Form (found on the website) and send this along with a one-time initiation fee of $25 pp.

Mail this to the club box address printed at the bottom of the form. When you join, you may register for courses ($10 ea.), workshops and attend Samplers. Your email address is added to the group and you will receive updates and reminders as well as the opportunity to vote on items requiring a member vote.

About Samplers Sampler presentations are open to all SCOV residents and their guests. There are no fees, and registration is not required. See Workshops and Classes on page __ for a list of March Samplers.

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

Wednesday, March 7, potluck plant-based dinner, 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista. First-time guests, bring only a place setting, beverage and appetite. For information and sign up, email David, davidsattinger@gmail.com or Heather, Thumpoz-mag@mac.com.

March speaker, Lynda Witt, a certified clinical thermographer, will discuss "Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging: Appropriate Uses in Breast Health." Thermographic imaging can aid in determining breast health, along with other regions of the body such as cardiac and pulmonary function, thyroid, dental, carotid arteries, vital and reproductive organ health.

This non-invasive technology is FDA registered, painless and does not use any radiation.

Dues will be collected, $3/ year. First time visitors are free.

April program to be announced via email or phone call.

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Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 9:30-11:30 AM, WC1

The poem by club member James Pavlakis, “A Bang and a Whimper,” engages the reader directly in what could easily be called a modern dramatic monologue. It also addresses, perhaps obliquely, the question of what constitutes a poem and lets the reader consider the answer: “This poem is aware / that it is being written. / Bang! A mystic start/to startle the senses. / This poem is also aware /that it’s being read. / By you. Right now. / Because it’s a tease. / Reality twisted / can’t be resisted. / This poem is keenly aware / that it needs substance. / It promises something / that must be delivered. / The humbled poet / wonders what that is.”

New members are always welcome to join us in our exploration of poetic possibilities.

Cultural & Social Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners

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

Love those barbershop harmonies? Got a song in your heart? Want to hear, feel and learn what it’s like to blend your voice with others barbershop style? Come join this fun mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just 1.5 hours every Monday morning. A great way to start each week. SCOV visitors welcome. There is strength in numbers. The more the merrier.

Democratic Club Pres. Laura Dore 520-338-1016 lucylb53@comcast.net Second Sat., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo scovdemocraticclub.wix.com/scov-democratic-club

The speaker Saturday, March 10, 1 PM, Activity Center, will be Ralph Atchue. Ralph is the Democratic Candidate for Arizona State Senate District 11. Come learn Ralph’s plans for making a difference in Arizona.

At every meeting, we collect non-perishable food items or monetary donations for Impact of Southern Arizona. We welcome new members. Membership dues are $10 which can be paid at the meeting. Check facebook.com/SCOVDC/ or our website for updates regarding speakers and programs.

Dining - Prepare & Share Pres. Alan Bancroft 520-907-4121 alanroxieb@msn.com VP Colin Kaltenbach kltnbch@yahoo.com Treas. June Rector 520-818-9228 junerec@hotmail.com

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In February, we enjoyed very tasty and interesting Moroccan meals. The members and some prospective new members enjoyed a luncheon at the Gallery at Dove Mountain where we asked for volunteers for officers. Anyone who was unable to attend and would like to be an officer still has

time to step up. Just contact one of the present officers. We will vote for the new officers at the end-of-year dinner.

The theme for March's dinners is "Taste of Spring." Each group will decide how to interpret the theme for their in-home meals.

The "Farewell Dinner," our last get together before many head out for the summer, is scheduled for Saturday, March 24, 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista. Note the date change. Members, be looking for an email to sign up so we can all get together and enjoy an evening of friends and food. This is a catered event. If you are not a member of the club, we would love to have you come try us out and see what our dinner club is all about. Just give one of the officers a call, and we will get you the information.

Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Lynne Wohner Lwohner@msn.com Membership/Treas. Marj Young 360-913-8062 Nov., Jan. and Mar., Third Thu., 2 PM, Activity Center/Hopi

Our meeting March 15 will feature veterinarian Timothy Halstead talking about acupuncture therapy for dogs. Come learn why this treatment option is gaining popularity. Fido’s Friends Dog Club is sponsoring snake aversion training for dogs on March 22. Advance reservations are needed, call Lynne Wohner 703-615-8506 if you want to register for the program. Cost for this training is $85/dog. Annual dues are $10/household and must be current to use the Dog Park.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Contacts: Zona Boss 520-638-6644, Colleen Cottrell 520-825-8393 Wed., 1:30-3 PM, 2338 E. Montrose Canyon Dr. The Different Drummers Women’s Circle provides a community drum circle for any woman wanting to connect with others through hand drumming using African Djembe drums, hand-held Native American frame drums and other small percussion. Drums and instruments are provided for guests.

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

Garden Club Co-Pres. Shari Norris 520-825-6786 norrisshari@yahoo.com Co-Pres. Wendy Hughes 503-703-9563 whughes851@hotmail.com Oct.-Apr., Second Tue., 12:30 PM, Auditorium bit.ly/SCOV_Garden_FB

Our speaker for the March 13 meeting is Louise Grabell, Pinal County Master Gardener. Louise will teach us all about irrigation with her program, “Drip, drip, drip... How to Water Your Garden.”

Join our bus trip Thursday, March 15, to the spectacular Boyce Thompson Arboretum. The cost is $45. We’ll have a guided tour featuring highlights of the park’s 392 acres which is home to thousands of unusual plant and animal species. Sign up deadline is March 1. Contact Barbara Marshall 520-825-0618 or barbie4roses@yahoo.com right away.

The Garden Walk is Saturday, April 7, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM. Visit 10 specially chosen gardens to find new ideas for your

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garden and backyard. For 2017-2018 membership contact Florence Duckett 520-825-1994 or delflojs@q.com. $5pp or $8/cpl.

Garden Walk tickets, $10 pp, on sale Mon. and Tue., Mar. 19, 20, 26 and 27, 9 AM-Noon, Activity Center

Havurah Co-Pres. Jane Holder/Don Holbrook 520-820-0171

Corres. Sec. Liz Kinslinger 520-544-7532

Sunday, March 4, 10:30 AM, we will have a brunch in the Auditorium with humor by Harvey Gardner (rescheduled from 2/19). Our general meeting is Monday, March 19, 6:45 PM, Catalina Vista, with Laurie Lichaa, sculptor. On March 31, we will have a second-night seder. We continue to enjoy bocce ball on Sundays at 10 AM; contact Judy and Ed Heyman 520-989-3419. Please remember to bring non-perishable food to all events for donation to the Community Food Bank.

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.

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

The March meeting of SCOV Republican Club will be Tuesday, March 20, 3 PM, most likely in one of the Native American Rooms in the Activity Center. We will have various speakers regarding current issues of local, state, and national interest. This being an election year, there will be some interesting topics for all that attend. Plan to attend, and if possible, bring a neighbor or guest.

St. Phillip’s Social Club Abby Marier 520-825-4878 absma@comcast.net We meet 3X a season for social gatherings, various locations, dates and times, as announced in the Tipster.

Picnic on the patio. Defy all superstition. Join us Friday, April 13, for a picnic on the patio of the Activity Center or Navajo Room if there is inclement weather. Come and meet old and new friends from St. Philip's-in-the-Hills.

Fried chicken is on the menu. Please bring salads and deserts to fill in. Call Abby to register. Hope to see you there.

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

Bring your family and friends to one of the 100+ voice Sun City Singers' "Country Round Up!" spring concerts, Sunday, April 8, 2 PM, or Tuesday, April 10, 7PM, Auditorium. These popular, open-seating, sell-out concerts will feature country and American folk songs conducted by Director Don Hess.

See the Coming Events section of this Tipster for ticket sales information.

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Sun City Singles Pres., Nancy O’Hara 847-207-7115, Ticket Sales, Joyce Melchi 520-825-8945 Dinner Meeting Second Thu., Happy Hour Last Fri.

Catalina International Caterers will serve dinner March 8 in the Activity Center/Navajo Room. Social hour 5:30 PM, seating 6 PM. Menu: tossed garden salad, beef bourguignon, smoked Gouda, Idaho smashed potatoes with roasted garlic, fire roasted vegetables, soft French rolls with butter.

Dessert is assorted mini-round royal cheesecakes. Entertainment provided by ukulele group.

Singles bowling, every Friday, 1:45 PM, Fiesta Lanes.

Singles bocce: Thursday, March 1, 6 PM, Bocce Courts.

Singles golf: Sunday, March. 4, 1:45 PM, The Views.

Happy hour, Friday, March 30, Activity Center/Navajo Room.

Ticket sales: Thu., Mar. 1, 10 AM-Noon and Fri., Mar. 2, 1-2 PM, Activity Center Lounge Dinner tickets, $20 pp, Happy hour appetizers, $10 pp Checks only, payable to Sun City Singles

Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar. Fourth Mon., 7 PM, Catalina Vista

Monday, March 26, join us for The Inn Project. During a typical day at The Inn, guests (from across the border) are dropped by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the church parking lot. Each guest has traveling papers and a future hearing date with ICE in their new community. How did this project start? What happens next?

Members celebrate Cinco de Mayo Monday, April 9.

See Workshops and Classes for Spanish language class information on page 13.

States Colorado Club

Chris Ludwig 719-239-4089 chrisludwig54@gmail.com

Hey Coloradans, our annual gathering is the evening of Saturday, April 7. Join us for fun entertainment and great food. If you would like to help, contact Chris Ludwig or Jim Mayworm 720-936-4669. Look for more information next month. See you there.

Illinois Club

Judy Rigby 520-638-8800 rigby_judy@yahoo.com

The Illinois party celebrating the bicentennial was held at the end of January. A special thank you to all who worked on the 2018 event. We are looking for committee members to plan the 2019 party to be held Saturday, January 26, 2019, 5-8 PM. If you are interested, contact Judy Rigby.

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Linda Hall 520-907-2009 rlhall@comcast.net

Save the date Saturday, April 14, 4-7 PM, Catalina Vista, (not April 18 as in the February Tipster). We will have catered food from Kneaders so you only need to bring yourself and your beverage of choice. Food will be served about 5 PM. On the program will be live entertainment, mixer games, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. The capacity of Catalina Vista is 100, so tickets will have to be limited to that number.

Please contact me if you have a conflict with the dates of ticket sales and I will try to help you.

We also need to have an officer election, so interested Michiganders are needed to step up to relieve the current tired ones.

Tickets, $15 pp, will be on sale Wed., Mar. 28, 9 AM-Noon and Mon., Apr. 2, 1-3 PM, Activity Center Lobby Minnesota Club

Sherokee Ilse, 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com MN Annual Party, Sun., Mar. 18, 2 PM

Minnesota party planning committee.

Join us as we celebrate Ole and Lena's 50th Wedding Anniversary at a Family Reunion Picnic, Sunday, March 18. Social hour 1-2 PM, picnic lunch and program 2-4 PM, Auditorium.

Menu: Pork shoulder, beef brisket, coleslaw, potato salad, beans, rolls and a cupcake. The meal is gluten free. Vegetarian option available.

Our Sunday afternoon picnic will be a chance to share stories, pictures of charming Minnesota (the places Ole and Lena have traveled over their years of marital bliss) and visit with those who have lived in Minnesota, visited, traveled over, through or who just generally like folks from Minnesota. Come one, come all. If you wish, bring your wedding picture to share (in a frame, please).

If you missed buying a ticket March 1st or 2nd, call Alan Bancroft 520-907-4121 or Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 by Saturday, March 10 to purchase tickets.

Wisconsin Club

Kerry Boness 907-830-1103 kerryboness@gmail.com

Our dinner is Saturday, March 10, social hour starts 5 PM, Auditorium. Everyone with ties to Wisconsin is welcome, guests, renters, family and residents. Join us Under The Big Top. The planning committee meeting is Wednesday, March 7, 10 AM, Catalina Vista.

Wyoming Club

Peggy Gardner, 520-825-4877 pbgardner@aol.com

The Wyoming get together will be Friday, March 23, 4:30 PM, Gardner’s backyard. Please let Peggy B. Gardner know if you will be attending. The party will be catered by the Olive Garden, so bring $15 pp and a beverage to share to the party. If you would like a tour of the Wyoming Pioneer Ranch paraphernalia, please be at Gardner’s House at 4:30 PM sharp.

Sun City Variety Theatre Membership Nancy Gilbertson nanmgil@hotmail.com Third Thu., 10 AM, Desert Oasis scovtheatre.com

The Sun City Variety Theatre proudly presents “On With the Show.” This vaudeville talent show will be performed in the Auditorium Saturday, March 24, 7 PM, and Sunday, March 25, 2 PM. Tickets are $10 pp. You may purchase individual tickets at an assigned table, or purchase an entire table.

Calling all thespians. You may now join the Sun City Variety Theatre as a life member for $20. Any participant in our annual productions is required to be a theatre member, so this is your ticket into all the shows for your lifetime. Annual dues are still available for $5/year.

Tickets, $10 pp, on sale Mon.-Thu, Mar. 12-15, 9-11 AM and Mon. and Wed., Mar. 12 and 14, 1-3 PM, Activity Center Lobby Ukulele - Sun City Strummers Sharon Heaps ukuleleclubofsuncity@gmail.com Tue., 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo, class led by Don Bong scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele

The Auditorium is the place to be Tuesday, March 6, 1 PM for our "Spring Sing A Long." Lyrics will be on drop-down screens for the audience to join in singing.

Our beginner class is busy with new strummers and you can join too by coming Tuesdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis. Instructors are Dave Smith and Pat Bloom.

Tickets, $20 pp, on sale Thu. and Fri., Mar. 1 and 2, 9-11 AM, Activity Center Lobby New England Club

Claude Janus 802-249-0386 ahj0523@aol.com

On January 28 the New England Club had their winter social at Catalina Vista.

Our group enjoyed folk dancing with Shirley and Vern Hauck.

Good food, good beverages and great conversation was enjoyed by all. Mark your calendar for our annual summer picnic May 18 at the Desert Oasis.

Watch future Tipsters for more details.

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The Ukulele Club practicing for the Spring Sing A Long.

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Dance

Unit Parties Unit 2 and 2A

Louann Convey, 303-718-7597

Come join your neighbors for coffee and conversation Saturday, March 24 for the spring coffee at 9:30 AM. We will gather at the end of N. Copperstone and Pennystone. Questions: Contact Louann Convey.

Unit 7 A hearty muchas gracias for everyone who helped make the 2018 Unit 7 “South of the Border” party a great success.

Fun times were had by all. Plans will soon be underway for the February 23, 2019 party. If you would like to help, call Judy Matthies 520-575-1943.

Unit 8 St. Patrick's Day party/potluck, Saturday, March 17, 5:30 PM, Activity Center/Native American Rooms. More info and signup sheets coming soon to your door. Kathy Mashburn 435-790-4481.

Unit 11 Our annual Potluck Dinner is coming soon to Catalina Vista. On the evening of Saturday, March 3, 2018 we hope all residents will join us for a chance to meet and greet your neighbors and enjoy delicious food. Our potluck dinners are the best.

Come join us for our Spring Fling Dance, Friday, April 20, 6-9:30 PM, Auditorium. Guests are always welcome as well as our members.

Membership is $5 pp for residents and $10 pp for nonresidents. Call about dance lessons prior to this dance.

Tickets, $20/cpl, on sale Wed.-Fri., Apr. 4, 5 and 6, 9-11 AM, Activity Center Folk Dance Club of SCOV Harvey Gardner 520-308-5616 savear@cs.com Fri., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 2 Folk dancing is more fun than a treadmill, and it’s an excellent exercise for balance, mindfulness, muscle and mood.

For most dances, we hold hands in a circle performing nongymnastic steps to the sometimes strange but fascinating music and rhythms of diverse cultures, including our own.

Neither partner nor prior experience needed. Typical dance session consists of 12-15 mostly easy folk dances preceded by instructions. Drop by to see if this internationally popular dance form is right for you and see us in action by doing a Google search on Folk Dance Sampler YouTube.

Jazz & More!

Glory Lamb 805-698-3887 dancingextra@gmail.com Tue., Thu., 1:30-3 PM, Dance Studio

Unit 18A

Garnett Hickey, 520-825-2427 garbhick@hotmail.com

It's Unit 18A's Annual Potluck Dinner time again. Our Dinner will be Saturday, March 10, 6 PM, Catalina Vista. $2 pp will be collected at the door. RSVP by Friday March 2.

Email Elsie Roehm roefish2014@gmail.com, 360-301-5852 or email Nancy Bern lanbern@hotmail.com, 406-249-0576.

SCOV Women’s Auxiliary Pres. Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723 Finance Marie Gagnon 520-825-2354 Publicity/Sec. Debbie Francis 402-216-4227 Donations Judy Hood 520-818-2281 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. Families go to Emerge! in crisis. While they focus on healing, the Emerge! staff ensures their basic needs are met. Your gifts help build new, empowered lives. Donations needed: • Gift Cards: Fry’s, Safeway, Walmart, Target, Walgreen’s, Home Depot, etc.

• New hair brushes, conditioner, deodorant, body wash, razors, feminine hygiene items • New twin size blankets, new bath towels • Cell phones • Cash donations Our spring fashion show, raffle, auction and luncheon will be Sunday, April 15. Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 13, 9 AM, WC3. Members may purchase fashion show tickets at the meeting.

Ballroom - SC Starlight Dance Club Marsha Scoles 520-825-2085 dave.marsha.az@gmail.com Nancy Sopwith 208-724-5881 nanandleebus@cableone.net

Our class is now in the midst of preparing for the Variety Theater Club's "On With the Show."

Whether or not you wish to participate in the show, Barre exercises, body alignment and stretching are still happening from 1:30-1:50 PM. Come join us for a workout, and then stay to be entertained by the Desert Dazzlers as we practice for the March 23 and 25 big show. We always love an audience.

Line - Sunliners Pres. Jetta Hice 951-956-3268 JettaHice@msn.com Membership Karen Caldwell bella22643@gmail.com scsunliners@gmail.com

Classes: Our Saturday classes with professional instructor Deanna Berthiaume are ongoing. Her series of eight Intro to Line Dancing classes (11:30 AM-12:15 PM) will continue through March 10. Her current Intermediate classes (9-10 AM) and Beginner classes (10:15-11:15 AM) will continue on a monthly basis. All classes are in the Auditorium. Join us.

We are a fun, energetic, co-ed group.

Social: Our next Social will be Saturday, April 14, 6-9 PM, Auditorium. Socials are typically held the second Saturday in February, April, June, August, October, and December (Holiday Dinner).

Fun Friday Dance: Our next Fun Friday Dance will be Friday, March 2. Fun Friday Dances are typically held the first Friday in January, March, May, September and November.

(See schedule on page 26.)

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Line Dancing March Schedule Mon. Practices - Dance Studio

7-8 PM - Transition Intro to Beginner

Barbara Hall and Lynne Nelson Wed. Practices - Dance Studio

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Thu. Practices - Auditorium

3-4 PM – Intermediate - Karen Caldwell and Cherry Harper

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Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Francine Saccio 520-825-6526 scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Chair Nate Norris scovrandrclub@gmail.com

On Saturday, March 17, we are welcoming back The Rave and the British Invasion. The price of tickets will be announced in flyers and emails at a later time. A member may reserve a table for 10 people, members and non-members.

Photo provided by The Rave.

On March 17 doors to the Auditorium will open at 6:15 PM. The Rave will play from 7-10 PM. BYOB and snacks if you wish. Coffee, drink setups, ice and water will be provided along with a catered dessert. So, put on your dancing shoes and rock on.

Ticket sales for members only Tue., Mar. 6, 9-10:30 AM, Activity Center/Hohokam Room. Tickets sales for everyone Thu., Mar. 8 9-10:30 AM, Activity Center/Hohokam Room.

Square - Sundancers Pres. Barbara Hall 520-603-3990 rainbowsek@juno.com VP Irene Camp 14337Camp@gmail.com Dances Wed., 7 PM, Auditorium sundancersquarestucson.com

May your blessings outnumber the Shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go (Irish blessing).

We would like to thank all those who have contributed to the Sundancer Square Dance Club for the past 30 years: officers, callers, dancers, angels, monitors, administrative staff and guests.

Dave Guille from Wyoming will be calling our Special Dance Saturday, March 3, 7 PM, Auditorium. Anita Froehlich will be cueing pre-rounds at 6:30 PM. $15/cpl.

Rick O’Gittelman will be calling on Wednesdays, 7 PM, Auditorium. Each Wednesday during March, our Sundancer members will dance free. Admission for guests will be $6/ cpl for the first three club dances. Our March themes will be: Club Color Dance March 7, St. Patrick’s Day Dance March 14, Crocus Party or Spring has Sprung Dance March 21, Sundancers’ Dinner Dance March 28.

Yellowrocks to all.

Western - Kactus Kickers

Pres. Alan Walker 509-430-6343, Ellen LeVee 509-438-4284

Dances Nov.-May

Membership Preston Sheriff 520-825-3101 pdsheriff@comcast.net scovkactuskickers.com

Quick, quick, slow, pivot, flare, travel, rock step. Secret code? Not really. A big difference between the beginner country dancers and those who’ve been at it awhile can be found by lip reading. We novices traverse the floor repeating the steps aloud and hopefully in time with music. The experts glide around the floor smiling at each other, laughing and often singing along. One thing both groups have in common, a great time at all the dances.

Friday, March 9, is March Madness Kactus Kickers Style, our monthly catered dance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, dancing to the sounds of Clear County from 6:30-9:30 PM. Thursday, March 22, we’ll be hosting another Second Chance Dance.

Doors open at 6 PM with dancing to A Wild Ride in Tucson from 6:30-8:30 PM. $10 pp at the door, BYOB and snacks.

Join the club when you buy your tickets: what you save will pay for your membership.

Tickets for the March 9 dance in advance only: $15 pp for club members and $20 pp for non-members on sale Thu. and Fri., Mar. 1 and 2, 9-11 AM, Activity Center

Exercise Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 t.polley@comcast.net Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 irmel5596@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 9 AM, AFC/Pool

Aquatone 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 for 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, 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 work out in a fun class.

Arthritis Water Pres. Dawn Simske 520-825-0907 Sec. Jane Myerson jmyerson@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 1:30 PM, 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 also great for fibromyalgia and replaced hips and knees. Our resident volunteer instructor, Dawn Simske, is Arthritis Foundation trained.

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Energetic Exercise

Karen Caldwell 520-370-5415

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

Put a spring in your step with Energetic Exercise. Join with SCOV friends, new and old, as we enjoy a wonderful workout with instructor, Sally Martinez. She really knows how to get us seniors moving.

You’ll enjoy the fun variety of aerobic and weight exercise plus lots of balance and stretch to help our bodies be strong and flexible. Whether you are a golfer, play tennis, dance or just appreciate being able to get around comfortably to the many activities you enjoy, Energetic Exercise will help you be in better shape for them all.

Come join us. New members are always welcome–men and women. Your get-acquainted class is free. Annual dues are $3. Tickets are only $30 for 12 classes.

Fitness Swim Tues, Thurs & Sat at 7:45 at AFC Contact: Dave Goodman Email: goodman@sfu.ca

New members are welcome and should be able to swim 400m at a comfortable pace. Workouts are set by one of the participants. We generally go 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout. Some do more, few do less. Mostly freestyle, though supplemented with some stroke work.

Master swimmers, triathletes and just those wanting a set workout with others are welcome. Please ensure you have medical clearance to undertake a vigorous workout.

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

Joseph Pilates once wrote, "Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness." To enjoy and get the full benefits of Pilates, a person has to understand the application of the basic principles. This takes a little time and patience as Pilates is different from other forms of exercise but is always enjoyable, interesting, challenging and even addictive. Proper balance, breathing, focusing on your core (abdomen and back muscles) and controlling your movements are taught in class. There is constant movement from one exercise to the next and, as a result, a person develops strength and stamina. Posture is improved. Your spine is lengthened and joint flexibility and mobility are improved also. SCOV has two experienced instructors who teach the Joseph Pilates system to seniors. The cost is only $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp. Please stop by and watch a class. Call Mary with questions.

Tai Chi Co-Chairs Gail Barr 303-995-7485 gailbarr@gmail.com Karen Reich 520-403-2764 ktrfam@msn.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 not only enjoy learning Tai Chi form, we also increase flexibility and strength. We even learn to reduce stress. Our instructors, Jose Hernandez-Rivera and Donna Drazenovich, teach us how to apply Tai Chi principles to our daily lives.

A new session will begin with a free introductory class March 22. Newcomers, please contact one of our co-chairs for class details.

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Yoga Co-Pres. Dick Martin 520-825-0731, Linda Caravello 520-603-5042 Mon., 8:30-10 AM, AFC Studio 1 & 2 Tue., 10:45 AM-Noon, AFC Studio 1 & 2 Thu., 3:45-5 PM, AFC Studio 1 & 2 Wed., Chair Yoga, 10:30-11:45 AM, Dance Studio Thu., Chair Yoga, 10:30-11:45 AM, Dance Studio

Yearly club membership of $5 pp, payable by check, is required to take all classes. Registration forms are available in classes. Classes are $7 each and instructors prefer payment in cash. Beginners are welcome; classes are structured for all levels. Bring mats and props you require. Yoga promotes balance, flexibility and inner peace.

Class reminders: Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes before class starts and remember to refrain from wearing perfumes, scents or strong soaps to class. Leave your cell phone in the car or turn it off when you arrive, and if you bring a water bottle please leave it at the back of the studio off the exercise floor. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

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, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

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

Ladies Wednesday Bridge

Co-Pres. Rikki Harvey 520-219-5872, Kay Jacobs 520-825-8525 Wed., 12:15 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

Whether you have the luck of the Irish or not, we know you will enjoy bridge with us on Wednesday afternoon. Sign in

by Noon and play begins promptly at 12:15 PM. Bring 50¢ for prize money. We change partners after six hands, rounds are timed to keep play moving and we finish by 3 PM. Annual dues are $3. Plans for our April luncheon will be announced soon. Come join us; new members are always welcome.

Marathon Bridge

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Mixed Social Bridge

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

Come and join our morning bridge group. Bring a partner or find someone here. We will be happy to have you join us and the coffee will be ready.

Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Owen Reese, 520-972-0401 Tue., 6:30 PM, Activity Center/Navajo/Hohokam

Join Partners Bridge for a friendly game of social bridge.

Players are invited to play two times, and then pay the $5 membership yearly dues. Sign up to be an Angel, allowing all tables to fill. A prize of $10 will be awarded to the couple who bid and make Grand Slam.

Practice Bridge

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

Our February 1 tournament winners were Norlaine Sproul, first place, Sal Hernandez, second place and Jack McFadin, third place. Our next tournament will be April 19. New members welcome.

Euchre Judee and Art Wickersham 520-245-1357 Becky and Kevin Reiley 815-631-0788 Bonnie and Wayne Klenda 509-548-5315 Mon., Meet 5:45 PM, Play 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

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

Five Crown Card Game Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Sat., 4:30 PM or 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis

Five Crown is a fun game and easy to learn. We have two starting times for your convenience. 4:30 and 5:30 PM. If you are free on a Saturday evening come and give us a try. I promise you a really good time and many new friends.

Gin Rummy Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Thu. and Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo Good group, fun times. Anyone interested in joining us is welcome to give it a try. We have plenty of people who are willing to help you learn the rules for low-stakes team play.

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Hand and Foot Bonnie Arneson 520-225-0124 Sun., 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Come join us for a fun game of Hand and Foot. If you have never played before, we will be happy to teach you.

Bring three quarters with you. You may play one time before joining. One-time dues $5 pp. No yearly dues. We start promptly, so please come a few minutes early and be able to stay until 4 PM.

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

The last tournament day will be March 8, so bring your dollar to enter or just come and play. The spectacular Spring Luncheon will be held at Westward Look Resort, Thursday, March 22. Cost will be $20, and we will start at 10 AM and finish at 2:30 PM. To sign up, come on Thursday or call Sandi Bolze 520-270-1402. Reservations are going fast, only a few left. Dues are due.

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

Pan (Panguingue) is an enjoyable and interesting card game. Come watch us play at any session. If you like what you see, we’ll teach you to play.

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

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands.

Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night.

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

Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker

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

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

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

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

Men’s Friday Poker

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

We play easy going informal poker with low stakes. Games are all high only, five card draw, five card stud, seven card stud, Texas hold ‘em, Omaha, and criss/iron cross. No dues.

Bring your own refreshments. Cards provided. Dealer antes 5¢ per player and chooses the game. Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the door and enjoy three hours of no-hassle understandable poker. We welcome new players. Bring nickels, dimes and quarters. Call Joe if you would like to review rules of play before your first game.

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Please show up at 5:30 PM so everyone can get situated and 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

Sports

Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Jim Elkan 913-744-1686 Membership Tom and Bonnie Bethea 773-653-4580 Mon., Wed., Fri., 1200 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org

We meet year-round starting from the Vistoso Community Church parking lot at 1200 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. (behind the Fire Station) to enjoy an unparalleled combination of amazing desert vistas and ever-improving infrastructure of bike lanes and dedicated paths. New riders are always welcome.

A monthly schedule of our 20-60 mile rides is available on our website. Our well-tested loop routes support a wide variety of abilities and usually include a mid-ride coffee stop.

We also offer a mountain bike option on Wednesdays, which most often heads out into the Tortolita rangelands.

Tuesday morning our Women on Wheels (WOW) group takes somewhat shorter rides nearer to SCOV. In addition, we hold a number of social events each season.

Birders Group

Mona Connoy 520-818-7923 Last Fri., 4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup All residents are welcome to bird with us and attend our next planning meeting March 30.

You must contact the group coordinator prior to 4 PM the day before the trip to assure your carpool space. Meet at Birders Judy Mercer (left) and Mona Connoy at the 2018 SCOV the parking area Club Fair. behind the Welcome Center 15 minutes before the departure time. Bring lunch where indicated. Don’t forget binoculars, hat, water, sunscreen, insect repellent and bird guidebook. Gas money will be collected before departure from SCOV. Please contact the trip coordinator several days in advance to learn of any schedule changes.

Bocce Pres. Elaine Scop scopster@gmail.com Sec./Treas. Gail Parson gailscov@comcast.net

Bocce Courts, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:30-6:30 PM

Congratulations to Bocce Club Olympians.

The coed teams took all four medals at the Sunflower Bocce Competition for the Senior Olympics.

Pictured, l-r, are Judy Oliver, Ben Adamo, Elaine Scop and John Scop.

Billiards Pres. Jim Baker 520-495-9611 oro55jim@gmail.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

Saddlebrooke declined our request for a rematch of our tournament last year which they won. Instead they will invite us to compete in their new billiards room when it is complete later this year. A committee is working with SCOV to replace an aging table. The committee is also planning felt replacement on the other tables, as scheduled and budgeted for this Summer.

In January the club elected new board members which are: Pres., Jim Baker; VP, Tom Caswell; Sec., Mike Connoy and Treas., Suzan Jumelet.

The Billiards Club encourages anyone interested in playing (no prior experience required) to drop in the Billiards Room in the afternoon. Lessons are available on request.

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Gold medal winners.

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

The Gun Club is for people who have an interest in learning about guns, shooting, personal protection and especially firearm safety. The club has speakers on a variety of topics including conceal and carry, transporting firearms across state lines, interesting firearms from different eras as well as displaying unique firearms. Club members also informally shoot at Pima Pistol Club, Picacho Sporting Clays and other venues.

Residents are welcome to attend one meeting any time.

We are especially hoping for additional women members.

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Hiking

For required orientation hike, call Hiking Guide Meg Gerken, 520-638-7204

Visit our website scovhiking.org to see all scheduled hikes.

Our annual meeting is Saturday, March 24, 2-5 PM, Activity Center. Jim Williams is our speaker, his topic is "Early Settlers in the Catalina State Park Area." Refreshments and delicious appetizers will be served. Nonmembers pay $5 at the event.

Go to our website scovhiking.org and check out the numerous daily hikes. We are in the height of hiking season.

The new classification of "E" hikes are less than three miles with less than 50 feet total elevation. To join the Hiking Club and enjoy our beautiful and diverse terrain, call our guide listed above.

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 wikipedia.org/ Jake Jacobs (left) and Ray Coleman medaled at the wiki/Horseshoes.

2018 Senior Olympics at Reid Park. Ben Vollmer photo. Get outdoors, enjoy our wonderful weather and get good exercise. See you at the horseshoe pits.

Pickleball Contact Renee Steinmetz steinwhit@att.net scovpickleballclub.wildapricot.org

Welcome new officers: Pres., Jeff Rusch; VP, Walt Swap; VP, Dave Burnham; Treas., Sigrid Flatness; Sec., Nelson Brown.

Some people say that pickleball is an addicting game; once Paul and Jackie. you learn the game, you will never stop playing. Others say it is a social game because you play mostly co-ed and are close together

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on the court. How can a game be so much fun and exercise and yet be so inexpensive to play? When your kids hear that you play pickleball, they will want you to play with them and the grandkids. Club dues are only $10 pp, and balls are provided on each court. Free lessons are offered too.

Come have fun with the fastest growing club in SCOV. Go to our website to find out more or call Dave Burnham 360-7989917 dburnhampton@gmail.com.

Racquetball Pres.

Michael Pidone 520-825-2369, VP. Al Lichaa 520-812-0198

Sec./Treas. Hart Wagner 520-825-4175 Mon., Wed., Fri. 8-11 AM, Racquetball Court, AFC Our new officers take office this month.

Their charge is to maintain and improve our quality of play.

We have a strong club, and our membership enjoys the sportsmanship and camaraderie of a good player group.

We compete with each other and respect each other's capabilities and limitations.

Our Senior Olympic team: Jim Hansen, Len Farr, Gary Our annual barHenson, Larry Seager. Medals were won. becue is scheduled for Monday, March 26, 4:30 PM, Activity Center/Kachina Patio. It will be a potluck (side dishes/appetizers) with the club supplying grilled meat/chicken and the libations. This is always a super, season-ending event. Four of our club members participated in the Tucson Senior Olympics this year and brought back medals for our club (see photo).

Table Tennis Co-Chairs, Ruth Mayer 520-818-0066 Francie Galbraith 520-447-5834

We have play at all levels of ability and welcome new players. If you have not played for a few years, we will help you get back your game with some instruction. It is a great way to keep fit and flexible. Tables are at Catalina Vista and paddles and balls are available.

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 AM-Noon

Tennis Pres. Larry Wall 248-701-1044 larryandmaureenwall@gmail.com Treas. Bill Hasselbach 520-260-7614 Men's tennis Al Burdi 520-818-3516; Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 AM-Noon Ladies tennis Jane Leonard 616-847-1527 and Suzanne Kellam 401-952-5911; Mon., Wed., Fri., 8 AM-Noon Mixed doubles Sally Schuneman 520-331-6543; Sun., 1-3 PM

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RV Club - Sundowners

Bill Hale 503-222-7000 whale77219@aol.com http://sundownersrvclub.wildapricot.org

Our 2018 135 Tournament finalists.

The Mariachi Aztlan concert was enjoyed by those attending. We thank the community for support of this worthy and talented group of young people from Pueblo High School.

Our annual 135 tournament winners are: Flight A: Judy MacGregor/Duane Eddy; Flight B: Thora Veroren/James Charney; Flight C: Janet Bitter/Jim Benshoof; Flight D; Lynne Newbauer/Al Burdi.

Upcoming events: ladies tournament, March 5-18; ladies round robin and social, March 21, 9 AM; St. Patrick's Day mixed doubles and social, March 11, 1 PM. Sign-up at the courts.

POP Tennis courts have been marked off at Desert Oasis.

Play is open now. Just make your reservations and pick up equipment at the Desert Oasis reception desk.

Wallyball and Water Volleyball Pres. Wallyball Rep. Rich Hoskins 520-825-0614 richscotthoskins@gmail.com Vice Pres. Water Volleyball Rep. Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com Recreational Water Volleyball: Sun. and Thu., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Pool Competitive Water Volleyball: Mon., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Pool Wallyball: Tue. and Fri., AFC/Racquetball Court

Hopefully we have a few hardy souls playing water volleyball in the winter; if it's too chilly, try wallyball. New members are always welcome.

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

Thu., Mar. 1, Omelet breakfast. $8 pp. Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Thu., Mar. 15, Wine tour of Arizona wines. $65 pp. Pam Divis 630339-6864 Tue., Apr. 17, St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox Church and Downtown Florence, $50 pp. Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Tue., Apr. 24, Bisbee/Tombstone, $50 pp without mine tour, $63 pp with mine tour. Deena Harris 520-818-6298 Be sure to bring your checkbook to every meeting.

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Club members enjoyed two trips in February: to Sierra Vista to attend the Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering, a very fun annual event, and to Camp Verde for a train ride and a ranch chuckwagon dinner. In addition, Sundowners at SCOV Club Fair. we gathered for a Valentine’s celebration lunch at the Mi Tierra restaurant.

These kinds of activities make membership so worthwhile.

Coming in March are our St. Patrick’s Day gathering at Catalina State Park and an active visit to Lake Powell and all that area offers.

At the SCOV Club Fair members provided information about all the reasons why you RVers should be members of the Club. Our frequently updated outstanding website features our trips and activities and vendors selected for their services. As an example, the Compass Mobile RV Repair service made a presentation at our February meeting. They come to you. Coming up in March will be an introduction to the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) and all the benefits membership provides. Membership is now open to trailer-type units as well. Contact President Bill Hale for more information.

Town of Oro Valley Fraud Alert: “Grandson in Jail” Scam Officer Sarah Leiner of the Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) Community Resource Unit reports that this scam is being perpetrated in our area. The caller may start by saying, “Your grandson is in jail…please send money.”

Tips on how to avoid grandson scams: • Be suspicious of anyone who calls unexpectedly asking for cash.

• Verify any supposed emergency by calling friends and family.

• Do not provide any personal or financial information to the caller.

• Do not send cash, check, money order or wire transfer.

• Develop a secret code or "password" with family members that can be used to verify a true emergency.

• Limit personal information, such as vacation plans, shared on social media sites.

OVPD recommends that you exercise extreme caution in scams such as this, as well as anything that involves sending money over the telephone, computer or phone to an unknown person. If you have any concerns, please stop by our Sun City Substation at 1171 E. Rancho Vistoso or call us at 520-229-5080.

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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 nor liability for the information.

AA Cora S. 520-825-5461 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 Group 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 Group This group is not meeting at the current time.

Caregivers’ Support Group Facilitator Jane Holder Contact Ester Leutenberg 520-818-0016 ester36@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 Contact Kate Cusumano SCOV Librarian 520-917-8083 kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com

SCOV Library and Saddlebrooke Library are co-sponsoring an Art Lover's Book Club which meets from 10:30 AMNoon the second Friday of each month at Dewhirst Catalina Public Library, 15631 N Oracle Rd, Catalina. On March 9 we will be discussing Cooking for Picasso by Camille Aubray.

Upcoming titles include The Forest Lover by Susan Vreeland, and The Madonnas of Leningrad by Debra Dean. The books are available at all three libraries. We hope you will join us.

Civic Association The Civic Association of SCOV Inc. is an advocate in consumer affairs. Established in 1994 as a volunteer resident group, it has successfully dealt with the Pima County Assessor and utility companies and conducted valuable investigations such as blue pipe and roofing problems. We provide an organization where residents can request assistance with problems not covered by SCOV. Marty Abelson 520-825-3522 cascvi@comcast.net

Residents who want to be on our email list to receive, submit or share home maintenance information, consumer warnings and advisories, residential tax information and resident-related issues not covered by SCOV, should submit their email address to the Civic Association.

We are nonpolitical and are here to serve our fellow residents. Nonresident emails will not be accepted.

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Grief Support Group 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., Oct.-May, 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Springs

On Wednesday, March 21, we will meet at Desert Springs, 30 W. Lambert Lane, Oro Valley. RSVP to Payton by March 19. Our guest speaker will be Mark Higginson, founder of Speech Solutions. He has been very successful with speech therapy for Parkinson's patients, especially through a technique called, "How to Solve Communication Puzzles."

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 get it.

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

On Wednesday, March 7, Vistoso Helpful Hands (VHH) will sponsor a bus trip, lunch and facilities tour of The Fountains. The bus will leave the Activity Center at 10:15 AM. Call 520-797-2001 Grace, Carlene or Gloria for reservations.

VHH is a neighbors-helping-neighbors organization providing caregiver relief, transportation, animal care, handyman services, light housekeeping or yard care, paperwork organization, call check and running errands like picking up meals from The Views Restaurant.

We have a new cell phone number 520-447-0077. Call us for short term volunteer help or referrals for longer-term paid assistance. If we cannot answer, please leave your name and number for a call back.

Wheels for Kids Dick Swain 920-217-2610 or Tom Terfehr 520-789-7243 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, and 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 You are invited to a luncheon to benefit Youth On Their Own. Come and hear the inspiring stories of YOTO’s determined youth. Imagine being alone without a family to care for you, unsure whether or not you will have everything you need to graduate from high school and become a self-sufficient adult. YOTO believes every student deserves to have the opportunity to become successful. Here are the details: Wednesday, March 28, Tucson Convention Center/ Copper Ball Room, 11:30 AM registration, Noon-1 PM program.

Tickets are $45 and available through Youth On Their Own at yoto.org or call 520-293-1136.

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Extended Community Adult Loss of Hearing Association (ALOHA) ALOHA meets Thursday, March 15, 2-3:30 PM, Santa Catalina Catholic Church, 14380 N. Oracle Rd., Catalina.

Lou Touchette will speak on differences and advantages/ disadvantages of assistive listening equipment: how audio loops, infrared, FM and Bluetooth devices work with hearing aids and cochlear implants. Cynthia Amerman cynthiaamerman@gmail.com. 202-285-1340 voice, Beth McKenzie email: elmctwo@gmail.com 520-245-4817 text.

American Legion Oro Valley Post 132 We are local veterans making a difference in the lives of our returning injured heroes and veterans and service members in need. Help us to help them by joining our friendly Post. You too can make a difference. Your membership adds to our collective voice even if you can't be active. Contact Ed Davis 520-229-1064 ovpost132@gmail.com. Meet third Thursday, 6:30 PM, September-June, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley.

Catalina State Park Concert Series Music in the Mountains Concert Series holds two concerts each month: Saturday, March 3, 4 PM, Marietta Loehrlein, a variety of folk, pop, and country music.

Saturday, March 17, 4 PM, Jaye Parks and the Show Cats, acoustic folk and rock, from nostalgic to contemporary with original works.

All-day admission to the park is $7 per vehicle (up to four adults) and includes the concert.

Daughters of the American Revolution DAR will have an American Heritage program, "Women in the American Revolution" by Theresa Williamson, Thursday, March 8, 1 PM, Mountain Vista Fire Station, 1175 W. Magee Rd. All women with an ancestor who supported the American Revolution are welcome to attend. Not sure if you have a Revolutionary ancestor? Come and let us help you find out. Lynne Brooke, saguaro1999@yahoo.com.

Vista Fine Arts Vista Fine Arts presents Desert Tones and Vocal Seniority. Join two of Tucson’s easy-listening musical groups on Sunday, March 11, 3 PM, at Vista United Methodist Church in Catalina. Desert Tones, a women’s chorus, and Vocal Seniority, a community men’s chorus, will sing western, gospel, sacred, show tunes, barbershop and pop. Bill Bellah is artistic director. Free.

Welcome Club Northwest Our club is a wonderful way to meet ladies with like interests and participate in many fun activities. We invite you to attend two functions before joining. Our monthly luncheons are the first Thursday of the month. For location and information contact Jann Nance 520-468-6610. Monthly coffees are held in different members' homes and co-hosted making a relaxed way to meet and greet. These are the third Thursdays of each month. RSVP for information and to attend.

Call Monica Wnuk at 515-201-6069.

We have a Friday Fiesta evening, March 23, 6-8 PM for couples and significant others. The March Fiesta is at Judy and Bob Crespo's home. To RSVP and for directions call 650-619-5719.

For membership call Rosalie Wright 520-219-2903.

Volunteer Opportunity

Tutors Needed for Nearby School Kids Would you enjoy tutoring a child? Painted Sky Elementary School, Rancho Vistoso's neighborhood public school, is looking for volunteers (including math) to work one-to-one with students. One hour a week of your time will make the difference in a child's education. Please contact Amy Watson at awatson@amphi.com or 520-696-3820.

Checklist for Leaving in the Summer

National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Current and retired Federal employees, spouses, guests and visitors are invited to join NARFE Chapter 1874 for our monthly meeting. The March meeting will be Monday, March 19, 11:30 AM, Golden Corral Restaurant, 6865 N. Thornydale Dr. (senior lunch menu $8.49 pp). Contact Rosie King for information 520-400-3456.

3 Let the Association know how to reach you.

Oro Valley Historical Society Join the Oro Valley Historical Society at the Z Mansion in downtown Tucson, Monday, March 12, 5 PM. Johann Zellweger was one of the founders of Steam Pump Ranch.

Tickets are $50 and include refreshments, music, tours, historical presentations and more. Mingle with Pusch and Zellweger descendants. Contact Jim Williams 520-818-2226 jaswilliams128@msn.com for tickets.

3 Close your garage door and turn off power to your garage door opener.

3 To stop delivery of the Explorer call 797-4384.

3 Fill out a Dark House form with the Oro Valley Police Department to have your home checked.

3 Schedule a landscaper to address monsoon weeds and yard upkeep while you are away.

3 Put lights on a timer. Place motion sensors with lights in the front and back of your home.

3 Be sure your house address numbers are visible from the street.

Oro Valley Theatre Company The Oro Valley Theatre Company will perform Thornton Wilder‘s beloved play, Our Town, on April 25, 26 and 29, at the Gaslight Music Hall, Oro Valley. The show will be directed by Judi Rodman. Tickets are available through the Music Hall box office 520-529-1000.

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Janie Johnson Russell photographed the Super Moon eclipse.

Judy Mercer caught this lovely sunset.

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This blue heron was snapped by Peggy Gardner.

Tom Ford encountered 32 resting Javelinas alongside his driveway.

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

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

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FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA, Fully furnished. King in master, golf car. Great view of mountains on golf course. Available Apr.-Dec. 2018 and Jan.-Dec. 2019; 4 mo. min.

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

FOR RENT: Open plan, upgraded/expanded 1,550 sq. ft., 2 BR/2BA. King in master, queen in guest room. WiFi, tile floors, nicely furnished. Quiet, private enclosed back yard with outdoor living, BBQ, fireplace. Covered patio with fan and furniture. Resort-style living amenities of SCOV. N/S, N/P. Available all year, 3 month minimum, $2,900/month winter, $1,450/month summer. For more info and photos, odumontier@hotmail.com.

FOR RENT: 14461 N. Sky Trail, 2 BR/2 BA, approx. 1100 sq. ft., newly renovated throughout, new SS appliances, paint, carpet and tile. Tastefully furnished and equipped. 58" & 33" HDTVs, on spacious corner lot, lovely views front & back, ¼ mile to access Sun City amenities: pool, exercise equipment, activity center, yoga, Pilates, golf, special interests. Owner pays utilities, basic cable, high speed WiFi. Small pet friendly, non-smoker, 30-day min. lease. Nov. 2018-Dec. 2018 @ $2600/ mo. Jan.-Mar. 2019 @ $2800/mo. Apr.-May 2019 $2600/mo. or negotiable. Call Craig or Mary: 520-271-5814 email: craigramey50@yahoo.com.

FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA fully furnished Pacifica model in SCOV. King in master.

Brand new, spa-like master bath. Utilities, cable, internet included. Furnished, covered patio with grill and beautiful waterfall feature. N/S and N/P. Available June thru mid-October 2018. Three month minimum. Details and/or pictures, call Knansee 970-948-8808 or email knansee55@gmail.com.

FOR RENT: Updated and beautifully decorated 1499 sq. ft. Sonoran model. LR, DR with split 2 BR/2BA. King in master and queen in guest which can serve as an office.

AZRM and fully-equipped kitchen overlook patio, open desert and Catalina Mts. W/D, BBQ, utilities, cable, roku, WiFi are included. N/S, N/P. Available July 15-Dec. 31, 2018 and May 1-Dec. 2019. 1 month min. Email noreenweb@gmail.com for info and pics or call Noreen 413-579-1729.

Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts

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

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FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1573 sq. ft. 2 BR/2 BA Silvercreek model. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fan in every room. Fully furnished with king in master, queen in guest, reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully-enclosed back yard.

N/S, N/P. Available beginning April 2018. Email dixie476@gmail.com or call 636544-1706.

FOR RENT: 2 BR/2 BA nicely decorated and fully furnished. Open floor plan, large patio with mountain views and beautiful yard. Fully equipped kitchen. All amenities including BBQ, computer, printer, WiFi and HDTV. Available May through Dec. 2018.

Seasonal monthly rates, discount for 4-6 month rental, one month minimum. Sorry, no pets. Call 303-408-1983 for monthly rates and pictures.

FOR RENT: 2 BD/2 BA Fully furnished SCOV townhome on golf course and close to activity center, private hilltop location at end of a cul-de-sac with neighbors only on one side. Sunsets and mountain views, newly renovated, 2 large flat screen TVs, fireplace, BBQ and patio furniture, new kitchen appliances, separate office, king in master bdrm, queen in guest bdrm. Includes utilities, WiFi, cable. N/S, N/P. Available for 3 months: Dec. 1, 2018 to Mar. 1, 2019. Call Bert 208-720-6948.

OREGON VACATION RENTAL: Escape the summer heat. Rental home available in the resort community of Sunriver, Oregon. 3 BR/2 BA, nicely furnished and equipped with everything you will need for the summer. Lots of outdoor recreation and fresh, cool evenings along the Deschutes River. Call or email for details and photos. Scott or Stephanie, 541-593-8886 shartung182@gmail.com WANTED TO RENT: 2 BR/2 BA in SCOV for Jan. and Feb. 2019. Would like walk-in shower and small office. Mary 773-871-1312 mhmdcinc@yahoo.com. We have SCOV references.

WANTED TO RENT: Unfurnished house/casita to lease in SCOV for a year or more.

2 BR/BA. Please call Ann 520 237-6123 abschoel@aol.com.

BAGPIPER David McCleery is now taking reservations for St. Patrick's celebrations March 16, 17 and 18. Call or text 402-217-8170 www.davidmccleery.com.

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

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