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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Grand Lifestyle Aerobic Schedules...............................................................Page 32 Ask Cappie the Computer Cat............................................Page 44 Board Meeting Summary.......................................................Page 8 City of Surprise Update.......................................................Page 50 Connect with the Colonnade..............................................Page 19 Club Special Events Calendar.............................................Page 34 Director of Golf Operations Message..................................Page 48 Online Voting-Election Committee....................................Page 26 Financial Budget Meeting Schedule....................................Page 21 Financial Results, June 2016..................................................Page 6 Fitness Manager’s Message...................................................Page 22 General Manager’s Message.................................................Page 10 Gothic Grounds Message.....................................................Page 51 GrandKids Corner...............................................................Page 55 Grand Learning Communication........................................Page 43
Lifestyles Manager’s Message...............................................Page 13 Membership Manager’s Message .........................................Page 15 Primary 2016 Election Calendar.........................................Page 49 Special Presentations Calendar...........................................Page 36 Ticketed Events Calendar....................................................Page 38
Resource numbers Advertising Information........................................................Page 5 City of Surprise Numbers.....................................................Page 43 Classified Ads.......................................................................Page 58 Community Numbers..........................................................Page 57 Employment Information......................................................Page 5 Mission Statement.................................................................Page 5 Resource Numbers...............................................................Page 56
Please cancel delivery of your complimentary newspapers whenever you will be gone— delivery can be restarted upon return. Daily News-Sun & Today News......................623-977-8347 Independent....................................................623-445-2894 Surprise Today................................................623-977-8347 ADVERTISING Opportunities:
The Association provides this publication for informational purposes only. SCG Community Association, its Board, its employees and all other entities within SCG do not guarantee, endorse, nor promote any of the products, services or individuals advertised herein and assume no responsibility or liability for the veracity of the statements made in this publication. Information regarding advertising rates can be obtained on our website at www.grandinfo.com (under Life in SCG/Communication News/Grand Lifestyles Information); or by coming to the Sonoran Plaza and visiting the Activities Office. The deadline for commercial ads is the 10th of the month and classified ads is the 10th of the month prior to placement.
Sun City Grand Community Association, Inc. reserves the right to revise or refuse submitted articles and/or ads. If you have any questions about the Grand Lifestyles, please feel free to contact the Activities Office at 623-546-7489. If you have suggestions or comments for the website or GrandTV, please feel free to contact our Creative Project Coordinator at communications@scgcam.com or 623-546-7563.
EMPLOYMENT Opportunities:
Job opportunities are posted on the website at www.grandinfo.com (Grand Living/Human Resources & Employment). You may submit your application to the Human Resources Department at 19726 N. Remington Dr., Surprise, AZ 85374, fax to 623-546-7447 or email hrgrand@scgcam.com. You are encouraged to submit an application for each employment opportunity for which you would like to be considered.
Mission Statement
To enhance, preserve and protect the quality of life, aesthetics, and activities of the community and its homeowners by providing and maintaining positive, creative, compassionate customer service through teamwork, communication, and a progressive vision.
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SCG JUNE 2016
F i n a nc i a l R esu l t s Jun-16 Actual
TOTAL ASSOCIATION
Variance Fav/(Unfav)
Assessments
$
Fitness & Activities Grand Lifestyles Rent TOTAL ASSOCIATION Food & Beverage Membership Fees Assessments Recreation Revenue
40,806 37,655 3,151 10,619 11,562 (943) Jun-16 Jun-16 21,603 21,872 Variance (269) Actual Budget Fav/(Unfav) 28,021 28,602 (581) 40,588 38,401 2,187 $ 871,965 $ 871,996 $ (31) 141,638 138,092 3,546 40,806 37,655 3,151 10,619 11,562 (943) 96,657 106,715 (10,058) 21,603 21,872 (269) 2,134 648 1,486 28,021 28,602 (581) 70,533 70,036 497 40,588 38,401 2,187 11,018 13,538 (2,520) 141,638 138,092 3,546 14,599 34,525 (19,926) 23,993 26,959 (2,966) 96,657 106,715 (10,058) 2,134 648 1,486 7,094 7,983 (890) 70,533 70,036 497 226,028 260,404 (34,376)
Fitness & Activities Grand AnnualLifestyles Pass Rent Flex Pass Food & Beverage Resident Daily Membership Fees Guest Recreation Revenue
Public Merchandise Annual Pass Flex Pass Driving Range Resident Daily Golf Revenue
Guest Public Other Revenue Merchandise Interest Income Driving Range TOTAL REVENUE Golf Revenue
871,965 $
Jun-16 Budget
871,996 $
(31)
YTD Actual
YTD Budget
Variance Fav/(Unfav)
$ 5,247,119 $ 5,230,060 $
17,059
600,742 591,204 9,538 81,996 84,136 (2,140) YTD YTD 193,842 174,722 Variance 19,120 Actual Budget Fav/(Unfav) 433,319 414,839 18,480 329,735 345,214 (15,479) $ 5,247,119 $ 5,230,060 $ 17,059 1,639,634 1,610,115 29,519 600,742 81,996 888,774 193,842 392,474 433,319 2,548,114 329,735 733,750 1,639,634
66,536 487,521 888,774 392,474 155,825 2,548,114 5,272,993
591,204 84,136 957,115 174,722 453,166 414,839 2,546,592 345,214 781,209 1,610,115
70,617 510,147 957,115 453,166 151,448 2,546,592 5,470,294
Forecast CY16
Budget CY16
Variance Fav/(Unfav)
$ 10,443,493 $ 10,426,434 $
17,059
940,670 931,132 9,538 154,377 156,517 (2,140) Forecast Budget 338,682 319,562 Variance 19,120 CY16 CY16 Fav/(Unfav) 666,757 648,277 18,480 558,037 573,516 (15,479) $ 10,443,493 $ 10,426,434 $ 17,059 2,658,523 2,629,004 29,519
9,538
940,670
931,132
9,538
(2,140) (68,341) 19,120 (60,692) 18,480 1,522 (15,479) (47,459) 29,519 (4,081) (22,626) (68,341) (60,692) 4,377 1,522 (197,301)
154,377 1,609,403 338,682 625,865 666,757 3,364,016 558,037 961,367 2,658,523 153,271 692,922 1,609,403 625,865 260,022 3,364,016 7,666,865
156,517 1,677,744 319,562 686,557 648,277 3,362,494 573,516 1,008,826 2,629,004 157,352 715,548 1,677,744 686,557 255,645 3,362,494 7,864,166
(2,140) (68,341) 19,120 (60,692) 18,480 1,522 (15,479) (47,459) 29,519 (4,081) (22,626) (68,341) (60,692) 4,377 1,522 (197,301)
11,018 14,599 13,666 23,993 8,471 7,094 1,261,767 226,028
13,538 34,525 28,567 26,959 4,585 7,983 1,303,644 260,404
(2,520) (19,926) (14,901) (2,966) 3,886 (890) (41,877) (34,376)
733,750 66,536 132,214 487,521 47,345 155,825 12,339,304 5,272,993
781,209 70,617 135,555 510,147 27,510 151,448 12,473,534 5,470,294
(47,459) (4,081) (3,341) (22,626) 19,835 4,377 (134,230) (197,301)
961,367 153,271 211,573 692,922 74,855 260,022 21,055,308 7,666,865
1,008,826 157,352 214,914 715,548 55,020 255,645 21,189,538 7,864,166
(47,459) (4,081) (3,341) (22,626) 19,835 4,377 (134,230) (197,301)
OtherofRevenue Cost Sales Interest Income GROSS PROFIT
13,666 59,004 8,471 1,202,762
28,567 60,190 4,585 1,243,454 1,303,644
(14,901) 1,186 3,886 (40,692) (41,877)
132,214 955,035 47,345 11,384,269
135,555 965,879 27,510 11,507,655
(3,341) 10,844 19,835 (123,386)
211,573 1,458,939 74,855 19,596,369
214,914 1,469,783 55,020 19,719,755
(3,341) 10,844 19,835 (123,386)
Payroll Cost of Sales Utilities GROSS PROFIT Repairs & Maintenance Payroll Insurance Utilities Professional Fees Repairs & Maintenance Landscaping Insurance Operating Expense Professional Fees Depreciation Landscaping TOTAL EXPENSES Operating Expense
681,662 59,004 268,489 1,202,762 68,825 681,662 34,133 268,489 9,368 68,825 190,231 34,133 308,586 9,368 7,059 190,231 1,568,353 308,586
704,953 60,190 209,793 1,243,454 78,794 704,953 31,903 209,793 29,000 78,794 187,494 31,903 408,253 29,000 7,500 187,494 1,657,690 408,253
23,291 1,186 (58,696) (40,692) 9,969 23,291 (2,230) (58,696) 19,632 9,969 (2,737) (2,230) 99,667 19,632 441 (2,737) 89,337 99,667
4,329,265 955,035 1,082,076 11,384,269 416,280 4,329,265 189,249 1,082,076 43,832 416,280 1,134,789 189,249 1,867,898 43,832 42,352 1,134,789 9,105,740 1,867,898
4,402,514 965,879 1,033,240 11,507,655 420,575 4,402,514 182,718 1,033,240 76,500 420,575 1,124,964 182,718 2,085,134 76,500 45,000 1,124,964 9,370,645 2,085,134
73,249 10,844 (48,836) (123,386) 4,295 73,249 (6,531) (48,836) 32,668 4,295 (9,825) (6,531) 217,236 32,668 2,648 (9,825) 264,905 217,236
8,562,417 1,458,939 2,407,264 19,596,369 878,741 8,562,417 380,667 2,407,264 103,332 878,741 2,259,753 380,667 4,394,919 103,332 87,352 2,259,753 19,074,444 4,394,919
8,635,666 1,469,783 2,358,413 19,719,755 883,036 8,635,666 374,136 2,358,413 136,000 883,036 2,249,928 374,136 4,612,155 136,000 90,000 2,249,928 19,339,334 4,612,155
73,249 10,844 (48,851) (123,386) 4,295 73,249 (6,531) (48,851) 32,668 4,295 (9,825) (6,531) 217,236 32,668 2,648 (9,825) 264,905 217,236
TOTAL REVENUE
1,261,767
Depreciation TOTAL EXPENSES SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
7,059 7,500 1,568,353 1,657,690 $ (365,590) $ (414,236) $
SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
$
Capital
Capital
SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
SURPLUS/(DEFICIT)
RESERVE FUND RESERVE FUND Money Money Market Market Govt Govt Agencies Agencies Corp Bonds Certificates of of Deposit Deposit Certificates TOTAL TOTAL
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(365,590) $
(414,236) $
-
-
(365,590) $
(414,236) $
-
-
$ (365,590) $ (414,236) $ $
YIELD YIELD
1.25% 1.25%
Jun-16 Jun-16 BALANCE BALANCE $107,160 $107,160 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,250,000 8,815,000 8,815,000 $$ 13,172,160 13,172,160
12,339,304
12,473,534
441 89,337 48,646
42,352 45,000 9,105,740 9,370,645 $ 2,278,530 $ 2,137,010 $
48,646
$ 2,278,530 $ 2,137,010 $
-
-
48,646
48,646
21,189,538
(134,230)
87,352 90,000 19,074,444 19,339,334 $ 521,926 $ 380,421 $
141,520
$
521,926 $
380,421 $
$
141,520 $
380,421
380,421
-
(255,951)
255,951
-
(255,951)
$ 2,022,578 $ 2,137,010 $ (114,432) $ 2,022,578 $ 2,137,010 $
21,055,308
2,648 264,905 141,520
255,951
Jun-16 Jun-16 CARE FUND YIELD BALANCE CARE FUND YIELD BALANCE Money $258,240 Money Market Market $258,240 Certificates 2,120,000 Certificates of of Deposit Deposit 2,120,000 TOTAL TOTAL
(134,230)
(114,432)
STAFFING STAFFING Full Full Time Time Part Part Time Time Total
$
380,421
380,421
141,520 $
Jun-16 Jun-16 Actual Actual 155 155 121 121 276
CY2016 CY2016 Budget Budget 162 162 123 123 285
-
-
$
$
2,648 264,905 141,520 141,520
(0) (0)
141,520
141,520
Variance Variance Fav/(Unfav) Fav/(Unfav) (7) (7) (2) (2) (9)
0.65% $$ 2,378,240 2,378,240 0.65%
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SUMMARY OF JULY 14, 2016 BOARD MEETING 8. Appointment of Marty Schulman, Sun City Grand resident, to the Finance Advisory Committee’s A. Consent Agenda: items A through H, Reserve Sub-Committee effective plus item J, were accepted as submitted: immediately. 1. June 9, 2016 Board Meeting 9. Reserve Projects – Work Completed Minutes and Resolutions a. MOTION made and seconded 2. June 23, 2016 Special Board to recommend the Board of Workshop minutes Directors approve Purchase 3. June 30, 2016 Board Workshop Request 16-3378-RF – Tennis Minutes Monitor Building – Replaced 4. Appointment of Dianne Dybwad as Condensing Unit #1 – York 3.5 Neighborhood Representative for ton Split System – Reserve Funds Catalina effective immediately in an amount not to exceed 5. Appointment of Mary Thompson $4,400. (alternate) for Capitan effective b. MOTION made and seconded July 14, 2016 to recommend the Board of 6. Appointment of the following to Directors approve Purchase the designated Board-appointed Request 16-5101-RF – committees effective immediately: Chaparral Center – Replaced HP #2 – 7.5 ton heat pump system Architectural Review Committee with economizer – Reserve Funds Bruce Buenzow – 1-year term in an amount not to exceed CARE Advisory Committee $9,816. Joan Bean – 2-year term Terry Murphy – 2-year term B. Approved the 2015 Purchasing Policy review report as amended. Code of Conduct Committee Len Schneider – 3-year term C. Pulled from the agenda and declined Barbara VanLandingham – to reconsider putting the CC&R and 3-year term By-Law changes back on the agenda Ellie Manders – 2-year term for the July 14, 2016 meeting; will be included on the August agenda. Covenants Committee Gail LaBelle - 2-year term D. Approved the appointment of Martha Dianne Miller – 2-year term Bails (Chair), Larry Marden and Bob Aiken to a Board Ad Hoc Committee Election Committee to plan a process to educate the Rod Rankin – 2-year term homeowners on the proposed changes Nancy Monte – 1-year term to the CC&Rs and By-Laws and to 7. Re-appointment of John Pierson manage the voting process. and Diane Kurt, Sun City Grand E. Approved the recommendation of the residents, to the Finance Advisory Lifestyles Advisory Committee for one Committee’s (FAC) Investment annual printing of the Sun City Grand Sub-Committee retroactive effective July 1, 2016. Resource Guide beginning in 2017. The Board accepted/approved/denied the following:
F. Approved the second printing in 2016 in the amount not to exceed $4,354.00 for the purpose of removing the Board Member pictures and information. G. Declined to approve the Purchasing Policy amendments as submitted by the Finance Advisory Committee and further amended at the June 30, 2016 Board Workshop. H. Approved Purchase Request 16-255RF – Painting of the Block/Stucco Columns- Reserve Funds in an amount not to exceed $54,000. I. Approved Purchase Request 16-2400-RF – Desert Springs Restaurant – Replace Dining Room Carpet – Reserve Funds in an amount not to exceed $7,600. J. Approved Purchase Request 16-66986885-RF – Adobe Indoor and Outdoor Pools – Replace (5) Chlorinators – Reserve Funds in an amount not to exceed $8,874. K. Approved Purchase Request 16-72007202-7220-7222-7223-7226-72277230-7238-7250-7256-RF – Granite Falls Restaurant – Refurbish Interior – Reserve Funds in an amount not to exceed $130,350. L. Approved Purchase Request 16-029OP – Association Reserves – Reserves Study Update – Operating Funds in an amount not to exceed $14,340. M. Approved Purchase Request 16-022-OP – Turf Removal in (10) Common Areas – Capital Expense in an amount not to exceed $18,000. N. Approved Purchase Request 16-012CF – Installation of Fourteen (14) Handicap Door Operators/Openers – CARE Funds in an amount not to exceed $45,000.
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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
The Language of HOAs:
Terms You Should Know maintains records; and the treasurer, who provides custodial duties when it comes to Association funds and financial records.
CAM Staff Kenneth Olson, CMCA, AMS General Manager
Earlier this year, the Board of Directors established an ad hoc committee to review our By-Laws and CC &R’s and come back with recommended revisions to update these documents. These recommendations would be reviewed and accepted by the Board and the changes would be brought before the Members of the Association to be decided through the voting process. But before we begin this process, it’s important to have clarity on a few important terms all Sun City Grand Members should know.
Board of Directors Let’s start with the basics. Under the Arizona Nonprofit Corporations Act, our community association is a non-profit corporation, and corporations are led by individuals who make up the Board of Directors. The Board’s role is to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Association as set forth by the governing documents. The Board is responsible for establishing corporate and operational policies of the Association. Each Board has a few specific members: A president, who acts as the chief executive officer; the vice president, who can exercise all of the powers of the president in his or her absence; the secretary, who keeps and 10
These are the individuals that manage the day-to-day operations of the community. CAM staff includes the general manager, departmental managers and their teams, administrative support, maintenance, housekeeping, golf course workers, etc. The general manager and his team enforce Bylaws, administer guidelines, and consulting on fiscal items, manage maintenance issues and much more.
Recorded Map or Plan
Community Assessment Fees Fees are what fund the Association. The assessments are paid by community Members in Sun City Grand on a yearly basis. These funds pay for community maintenance, upkeep of amenities, CAM staff, legal costs, insurance and the cost of community events, to name a few.
Federal/Local Laws and Regulations Our association isn’t the only entity making rules. The Federal government, the City of Surprise and Maricopa County may have their own regulations as well, and they might significantly impact our community. For instance, local fire codes might mean you have to install (and have inspected) sprinkler systems or exit signage in your buildings. County officials may be coming out to test the water in our pool and inspect its safety features. Local taxes might apply, too. It’s important to be familiar with these local regulations and how they impact the community.
You can find this document in the Maricopa County Recorder’s office. It shows the complete layout of our community, including the location of all the lots before they were sold to individual owners. Common areas and easements are also depicted. You’ll find this document comes in handy if you need to identify title to a property. It also provides clarity for who’s responsible for maintaining a piece of property (owner or Association) and helps determine if the property has been located properly within the community.
Declarations or CC&Rs The purpose of this document is to declare state ownership rights and make clear any limitations that might affect Members of the Association and the community. Why all the different names for the same thing? Well, it depends on your community type. Throughout Arizona, condos and co-ops usually call these documents a declaration or master deed. The term CC&R’s (short for Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
Resolutions HOA board members adopt resolutions that work as rules or regulations. We keep a Book of Resolutions that contains all of these measures. Different types of resolutions include: 1. Policy: These resolutions affect owners’ rights and regulations and address items including common areas, architectural provisions, and enforcement procedures. 2. Administration: These address internal workings of the community including operations, collections, location of meetings being held, etc. 3. Special: These are rulings made by board members that apply to an individual situation including a rule violation or actions taken following a lawsuit. 4. General: These outline routine, ordinary events on a community’s calendar such as budgets or approval of contracts.
Hierarchy of Authority
covenants, conditions and restrictions) is typically used for planned communities like Sun City Grand and is recorded at the County Recorder’s Office. This document is a very important tool in managing the Association since it: 1. Addresses what property is owned by the individual and what is owned by the community at large; 2. Creates a relationship among all owners to each other and the community for maintaining, funding, and governing the development; 3. Sets standards, restrictions, and obligations based on architectural control and other activities to promote communal harmony; 4. Creates an administrative framework; and 5. Provides transition of control of the association from the developer to the property owners.
Articles of Incorporation Put simply, the Articles of Incorporation are a legal document that establishes the Association as an entity. It outlines the purpose and powers of the association and provides details on the structure of our Board. This document is filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission and is updated yearly.
By-Laws This is basically a set of rules of how we govern ourselves. Typically, they describe what’s required to be a Member of the Association, and they also define the rules for holding meetings, outline Members’ voting rights, make clear your community’s election procedures, stipulate quorum requirements and describe the responsibilities and powers of the Association Board.
This is a big phrase that means something pretty simple: the collection of governing documents used by a community Association. The actual documents that make up this collection may vary among different communities, but generally speaking, they include: 1. Recorded map or plan (Plat Maps) 2. Declarations (CC&Rs) 3. Articles of Incorporation 4. By-Laws 5. Residential Design Guidelines (RDG’s) and SCG Rules & Regulations 6. And any other items necessary to the community
There you have it – the basics for speaking the language of HOAs.
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The Conversation with Ken session provides a good opportunity for homeowners to bring questions to the General Manager and engage in discussion in a casual format. Conversation with Ken has been cancelled for August and will resume on September 21 at 6 p.m. in the Palm Center. Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
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FROM THE LIFESTYLES MANAGER
UPCOMING EVENTS! Detailed information provided in the Ticketed Events Section Monday, August 1st Vendor Spaces for the SCG SemiAnnual Garage Sale are available 9 a.m. Activities Office, Sonoran Plaza Tuesday, August 2nd SCG Resident Vendor Registration for Grand Fall Fest 9 a.m. Activities Office, Sonoran Plaza
Lorena Nieto Lifestyles Manager 623-546-7455 Lorena.Nieto@ scgcam.com
We have a line-up of great events beginning this month. There are many options for everyone to choose from! Be a part of your GRAND community and join us in an upcoming event. Ticket sales for our 2017 Grand Series will be available for you to purchase beginning September 1st at 9 a.m. in the Activities Office. This month’s issue contains additional details regarding our scheduled entertainment – you will not want to miss out! We are preparing for the return of the Market at Grand beginning in
October and also looking forward to a Grand Fall Fest (formerly known as Oktoberfest). Look for more information regarding these highly anticipated events in upcoming Grand Lifestyles issues and email blasts from your Activities Department. Join us for our Summer Movie Series continuing through the month of August. We are pleased to feature two classic favorites! August 12th Singing in The Rain August 26th My Fair Lady We hope to see you in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom, movie begins promptly at 1:00pm. Sign up to receive our email blasts and stay informed. As always, we appreciate your support of our activities and events!
S AV E T H E D AT E
Monday, August 8th Randy Riggle’s Nostalgia Show 7 p.m. Performance, Sonoran Plaza Thursday, August 18th TAD’s – Those British Girls 7 p.m. Performance, Sonoran Plaza Saturday, August 27th G.R.E.A.T. Trip – Reds VS Diamondbacks 3:15 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Thursday, September 1st 2017 Grand Series tickets available for purchase 9 a.m. Activities Office, Sonoran Plaza Tuesday, September 6th The Best Things in Life Are Free – Ray Henderson Tribute 7 p.m. Performance, Sonoran Plaza Saturday, September 10th 44th Annual Fiesta De Tlaquepaque 8:30 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Thursday, September 22nd TAD’s – ’56 The Rock & Roll Revue 7 p.m. Performance, Sonoran Plaza Your support of our Activities and events is sincerely appreciated.
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The Strategic Community Plan
Our Vision
Sun City Grand is the premier active age-restricted community in Arizona. A “roadmap” to achieve our vision over the next 10 years has been completed and presented to the Board. Unlike the CC&Rs and Bylaws changes (which requires the approval vote of the residents), the acceptance of the Strategic Plan document lies with the Board of Directors. Development of the plan involved thirty four (34) resident volunteers, two on-line resident surveys and many hours of research, discussion and planning. n At a Special Board Workshop held on July 26th, the Board reviewed the recommended goals, action items and timelines. Residents at the
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meeting were given an opportunity to voice their opinions and contribute their thoughts. On August 25th, at the “Chat with the Board and Board Workshop,” additional time will be available for residents to present their questions and make comments. Finally, the Board will vote to accept, modify or reject the Strategic Plan at its September 8th Board meeting. Residents will again be invited to make comments before the vote is taken.
Strategic Plan is currently available for all residents on the grandinfo.com home page, just scroll down to: “Important News.” The Board invites you to read the Strategic Plan and learn more about the proposed plans for Grand. If you have questions or comments and cannot attend the Board meetings you are invited to send an email to: grandstrategic@gmail.com. We hope you will join the discussions in the upcoming weeks. Thanks, in advance, for your participation and interest. Ellie Brooks, SCG Board President
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FROM THE MEMBERSHIP MANAGER
Renting Out Your Scg Home During the winter months, there are over 550 renter-occupied homes in Sun City Grand, the majority of which are 3 to 4 month leases. About a hundred of them are rented out long-term for 12 months or more. n
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Last year we issued over 1400 Renter Activity Cards for use of our Association Facilities, which created almost $200,000 in revenue. Renters also generate revenue when they golf, join clubs, buy event tickets, and dine in our restaurants. Last year 10% of buyers had rented prior to purchasing their home. It is clear that renters coming to our Community have a positive impact.
Provide to the Association, in writing, the names of the renters, the length of the lease, and proof of dates-of-birth. The Lease must have a beginning date and an expiration date. There can be no more than two people per bedroom.
When owners adhere to Sun City Grand rental rules, it creates a positive outcome for all involved: the owner, the renter and the Association.
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Governing Documents Rental Rules Every new owner is given the Governing Documents by the Association. Arizona Revised Statutes 33-1806 require that the owner sign a statement acknowledging the Governing Documents constitute a contract between the Association and the purchaser. Therefore, the new owner has agreed to abide by all provisions in the Association Governing Documents by virtue of their purchase. There are some on-line rental sites that offer “the unique alternative to hotels”, and match home owners with travelers for short-term rentals. Owners utilizing online sites should be sure the listing does not contradict provisions in our Governing Documents regarding rentals: n The lease must be a minimum of 30 days. n One renter occupant must be age 45 or older. n No one under the age of 19 can occupy the home.
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We are looking for SCG men and women volunteers to help with Vacation Watch and Evening Patrol. We will supply vehicles and training. Call Monica Rodriguez (CAM) 623-546-7473 or the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us!
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When residents are away from home for two weeks or more, they are encouraged to fill out a Vacation Watch form which is available in the Welcome Center and the Membership Office at the Palm Center, as well as online at grandinfo.com. Completed forms are to be returned to the Membership Office in the Palm Center. Three criteria are required for homeowners to use this program: (1) homeowner must be away for a minimum of two weeks; (2) a keyholder must be identified on the request form; and (3) homes for sale and those using paid house-sitting services will NOT be accepted. C.H.A.P.S. volunteers will walk around the home checking for unlocked doors, unlocked or broken windows, etc. The goal is to make the house look occupied. When an irregularity is found, the designated keyholder will be notified. C.H.A.P.S. does not report homeowner violations to the Standards Office. EVENING PATROL
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During evening hours, volunteers patrol our streets in Association vehicles to observe and report unusual activity. The volunteers look for breaches of security such as open garage doors, suspicious vehicles and/or people. Street light outages and road hazards will be reported to the proper authorities. SBC
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We are actively looking for new volunteers. All residents are welcome. We will provide classroom and field training. There are two-person patrols where you select your days/evenings to volunteer and you select how many times each month you wish to volunteer. GENERAL MEETINGS
We meet the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1:30 pm at the Sonoran Plaza. We welcome you to come to one of our meetings to learn more about C.H.A.P.S. or you may call the CAM office at (623)546-7473 or the C.H.A.P.S. office at (623)546-7553. DONATIONS
C.H.A.P.S. welcomes all donations. Those wishing to make donations may do so at the Membership Office. Make checks payable to Sun City Grand Community Association and designate “Donation to C.H.A.P.S.”
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FROM THE SOFTBALL CLUB
2016 spring Season Softball Weekday and Saturday Champions
Submitted by Ron Underwood
The Sun City Grand Softball Club finished its 2016 spring season on June 25, 2016. During this softball season, some players from each of the three “softball skill leagues – Red,
White and Blue” joined together to form 10 teams playing in one weekday league and 4 teams playing in the Saturday league. The write ups which follow were prepared by Pierre Boudreau from input from the winning team managers.
Spring Weekday League Champion
Spring Saturday League Champion
The Camino Del Sol team managed by Norris Carpenter completed their season with 15 wins and 3 losses. The team got off to a torrid start by winning its first 11 games before sustaining a loss. Camino had great team chemistry and the players provided positive support to each other throughout the entire season. The mix of Red, White and Blue league players merged flawlessly on this team. Consistent and great pitching, defense and hitting resulted in a season to remember for the Camino Del Sol teammates.
The Colonnade team had a record of 6 wins and 2 losses during the season. The overall team batting average for the spring Saturday league champions was .555 with 8 inside the park home runs. Terry Braun is the team manager.
Front Row – Left to Right: Jay Schirpke, Bill Shanahan, Bob Husick, Norris Carpenter, and Jim Ladd Back Row – Left to Right: Lou Provenzano, Mike Kuebler, John Schmidt, Lloyd Newlands and Fred Wilkinson. Missing: Lee Visker, Ted Koch and Nick Marchese Photo by: Jonita Bigelow
Front Row – Left to Right: Jay Schirpke, Mike Ryan, John Boland, Don Trenda and Buck Craig. Back Row – Left to Right: Dale Schroeder, Skip Pavitt, Mike Heitman, Russ Figueroa, and Terry Braun Missing: Nick Marchese and Wayne Siers Photo by: Howard Sumner
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share your hopes. Share your weaknesses as well as your strengths. Share you money, your gifts, your laughter. Share yourself. Give freely and the universe will give freely to you. Barbara Foster Executive Director, The Colonnade 623-236-3700
I discovered the book “Journey to the Heart” by Melody Beattie a few months ago and I’ve been reading it as a daily meditation. It’s heightened my appreciation for the people, places and things that make up my life, of which The Colonnade is a big part. The residents here never cease to amaze me with their generosity, resilience, love and wisdom as they journey through life. This month I thought I would share some of Beattie’s wisdom to perhaps inspire you on your own journey to the heart.
What Are You Resisting The Most? Be open to the whole journey, all parts of it. Is there a feeling, a person, a thought or a project that you have been avoiding or refusing to deal with? Your most valuable lessons may well come from the things you’re resisting the most.
Give Freely Give freely of your time, your heart, your joy, your wisdom. Share your experiences,
Change Is In The Air Change is the way nature, the universe, the Divine moves us through our life’s journey. We are led to our next lesson, our next adventure. There’s no need to deny change, to fear it or to fight against it. Change is inevitable. Allow it to happen.
Joy Will Find You Joy is a gift. It appears almost imperceptibly, without warning, like the morning sunrise that lights your bedroom window as you wake. Take part in activities that bring healing and growth into your life. Keep loving yourself. Keep walking your path. Don’t worry about finding joy, because somewhere along your journey, joy will find you.
Recharge Your Battery Rest when you’re tired. Take a break when life grows stale. Energy isn’t something you have; it’s something you are. Taking time to rest, renew and refresh yourself isn’t wasted time. Choose what energizes you: nature, a song, the voice of a friend, a nap, a hot bath, a cup of tea, a favorite poem, a walk, a movie that makes you laugh, a prayer, a book that speaks to your soul. Let your work and love come from a vital spirit.
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Don’t Worry Worrying doesn’t help and the only thing it does is prevent our joy. Our worries are fear. The lesson is trust. When we’re trusting, we let go of our fear, confident that what we want and need will come. Trust that whatever troubles come our way, we will get what need to get through them. Love yourself enough to stop worrying. Love yourself enough to give yourself the gift of peace. If you worry, why pray. If you pray, why worry.
Discover The Power Of Stillness Stillness is different from solitude or aloneness; different from shutting off all electronic devices or speaking softly. Stillness is a place within you. Slow down. Breathe deeply. Get quiet. Become familiar with stillness. From the place of stillness, you can move into the present moment, and there you will find power.
Ground Yourself So much of our growth is spiritual, but the higher we travel on spiritual planes, the more we need to ground ourselves deep into the earth. Touch the things that grow in the earth. Walk barefoot on the grass or sit on the ground. You are a soul, a spirit, but you have a body too. Connect with what is physical, connect with the energy of the earth. Let your spiritual growth be grounded in daily life and the things of earth. Then, you’ll be able to soar. 19
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FROM THE FITNESS MANAGER
Hydration Requirements for Active Seniors Allison Adams Fitness Manager 623-546-7463 Allison.Adams@ scgcam.com
Contributed by Charles Crevequer Personal Trainer
As our Arizona temperatures increase, we who are active 50+ exercisers need to pay special attention to our hydration and our electrolytes. We have often heard that thirst should be our guide to proper hydration, but that advice becomes dangerous as we age. When older adults exercise, especially in hot, dry climates, our sensation of thirst diminishes. And we know that “normal” thirst kicks in only after you are already dehydrated. So waiting for thirst may lead to heat-related illnesses.
Proper Hydration Becomes Even More Important as We Age Concomitantly, aging causes other changes in normal physiology that increase our risk of dehydration. Our sweat rate changes, kidney function alters fluid transport and changes in levels of electrolytes and blood flow responses become different. All these normal changes means that we must constantly be aware of our hydration needs and create and implement strategies to keep us sufficiently hydrated during the physiological stress of exercise. To add to the complexity of hydration, many 50+ athletes take medications that contribute to the loss of body water. Chief amongst the drugs are blood pressure medications that also act as diuretics, increasing water loss. When you add other common drugs, caffeine and alcohol, both which are mild diuretics, hydration becomes even more critical. Unfortunately there is no simple test to assess hydration levels. Until such telemetry is created, the best strategy is to weigh yourself before and after exercise. For every pound in weight loss, try to 22
consume between 16 and 24 ounces per hour during and after exercise. If you gain weight after working out, it means you are most likely over-hydrating; but a loss of one pound or less means you are doing pretty well at replenishing fluids. Another way to assess hydration is by monitoring urine volume and color. Dark-colored urine usually means you are dehydrated (although some dietary supplements like vitamins with a high concentration of riboflavin can cause a bright-colored urine as well). So does infrequent urination. However, be cognizant that prescription drugs can affect urine color and volume too.
Why Plain Water Is Not Enough When you exercise, your body loses water, but it also loses electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chloride. While all electrolytes are important to your body’s function and performance, sodium is by far the most important electrolyte, because a decrease in your body’s sodium concentration can have some extremely negative consequences. These range from just not feeling well to seizures, excessive urination, incontinence and even death. There can be anywhere from 400 mg to 1200 mg of sodium in each liter of sweat. Since sweat has both fluid and
electrolytes in it, drinking water alone (especially distilled water) can be really dangerous. This is the fastest way to decrease or dilute your body’s concentration of sodium. If you’re exercising and you find yourself urinating a lot and feeling ill, you may be
hyponatremic and need to rehydrate with something with more sodium in it. Most sports drinks contain water, electrolytes and some form of sugar to provide a small source of energy to help maintain blood sugar and fuel working muscle. Unfortunately, most sports drinks also contain artificial colors, flavoring agents, artificial sweeteners and preservatives, as well as other strange ingredients that you need to take an organic chemistry class to figure out. I believe it likely that these excess ingredients also cause people to become sick when they use them. So if you are perspiring a lot and need to rehydrate with something that replaces what you lose without consuming excessive ingredients, I suggest a drink like Skratch Labs Exercise Hydration Mix or Nuun Active Hydration.
A Sample Protocol Below are some of my own protocols that help me stay hydrated: n I aim to drink about 20 oz of water/ electrolytes per hour of training. I set th stopwatch function on my watch for ten-minute intervals, and drink about 3 ounces each alarm; n I also carry one or two 10 oz plastic bottles of Essentia pH 9.5 alkaline water with a tablespoon of organic honey in each. I take very small sips of from these every 20 or so minutes, n I take Huma energy gels, one gel every hour, and lastly, I utilize home-made protein bars as my solid food source during my workouts. If you are looking to improve your training, you have to start by ensuring that your hydration keeps pace. In addition to strength training, I also participate in triathlons and trail runs. I have to dial it in pretty precisely, especially at age 68. If you have any questions that you would like me to address, text me on 623-337-3558, email me at trixcellence@ lycos.com or look for me at the SCG Cimarron or Adobe Fitness Centers. Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE ELECTION COMMITTEE
ONLINE VOTING UPDATE Last month I wrote to inform you that we were beginning the work to provide Sun City Grand the opportunity to vote electronically in the very near future. We are well on our way, and have been investigating all avenues to enable us to recommend to the Board of Directors that online voting should become the norm for our community. The Online Voting Ad-Hoc Committee, which consists of Diane Hammann and Joan Mattick from the Election Committee, General Manager Ken Olson, Technology Coordinator Mark Jibilian, Board Treasurer Larry Marden and Board Member Bob Aiken, has completed many interviews with HOAs across the country who have been using online voting. Many great testimonials from these users helped us to better understand the challenges faced and the benefits realized by associations similar to ours. Several of the reported benefits include: n Online voting increased participation. n Less expensive for residents and the Association. n Should include mail-in voting for those who choose. n Access to voting for those who are traveling. n Less dependent upon postal service (winter residents). 26
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Were there challenges? Absolutely… Some reported were: n Accuracy of email addresses provided by residents. n Trust by residents of a new system and/or program. n Communication is key to successful transition. n Training for residents (need for “demo stations”). n Dedicated email address for resident questions. n Dealing with residents who own multiple lots. n 100% accuracy is a must. During the month of July, we have been interviewing several online voting vendors who come highly recommended
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throughout the HOA industry. Our challenge will be to narrow the field to a reasonable quantity to enable us to produce request for bid proposals from those we feel can best meet our needs. Upon completion of that process, we should be able to provide our Board of Directors a recommendation by the September Board Workshop. That is when we will begin to really communicate !! We anticipate being able to begin asking residents to sign up for online voting in September and will be able to provide specific steps to complete this process. We promise to keep it as easy as possible. If you do not want to use this tool right away, we will still be offering the same paper ballots as in the past, so no one will be left out of the opportunity to vote. The journey towards total online voting will not be a short one, but it will provide a benefit to all who participate and to Sun City Grand.
Should you have any questions, suggestions, or would like to assist during this fall’s introduction of online voting to fellow residents, please feel free to contact any member of the Election Committee. ELECTRONICALLY Thank you. Bob Aiken Chairman, Election Committee Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
Beat The Summer Heat
Some Cool Sounds at Sun City Grand's Cimarron Nightclub & Grand Cabaret at Sonoran Plaza For those who stay around for the summer, the Music Club's Cimarron Nightclub and Grand Cabaret at Sonoran Plaza are offering some terrific shows in August.
LET'S GO TO THE MOVIES A Showtune Production Saturday, August 20 This is another high-energy show featuring a troupe of professional multi-talented singers and musicians from Arizona Broadway Theatre. On the Nightclub stage, they will perform the wonderful songs and recreate iconic dance scenes from classic movies. A truly unique performance.
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Son of legendary R&B singer Jackie Wilson, Bobby is an international star in his own right. He literally channels artists like Sam Cooke, Stevie Wonder, Little Richard and, of course, his Dad. He's hip, he's funny and he's got one of the most versatile singing voices in the industry. He's perfect for our GRAND CABARET AT SONORAN PLAZA stage - audiences love him!
FURTHER DETAILS: Cimarron Nightclub tickets are $18 (open seating at tables); Grand Cabaret at Sonoran Plaza tickets are $20 (reserved tables, but not individual seats at your table). Non-Grand residents welcome. If a show sells out, you may request to be put on a wait list (don't hesitate to do this!). Contact Didi Nielsen at 623-583-4406 for more information or to be waitlisted. Doors and Bar for both venues open at 6:00 p.m., with performance at 7:00. Tickets may be purchased at the Activities Desk at Sonoran Plaza or online at: scgrandmusicclub.com or grandinfo.com (under the 'Life in SCG tab; scroll down to purchase events tickets).
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Sun City Grand LGBT+ INTEREST GROUP The LGBT+ Interest Group meets monthly to connect and plan for a variety of social activities including movies, theater, concerts, bowling, dining out, sports, and many other interests. We welcome LGBT SCG residents and allies to join us. FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL
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Randy Riggle’s Nostalgia 7:00PM – SP
Williams & Bearizona 8:00AM – SPP
Conversation w/Ken CANCELLED
Board of Dir. Mtg. 1PM – SP
Club Presidents Mtg. 10AM – CC
11 Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
10 Lifestyle Advisory Committee Mtg. 1PM – PC
9 Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Block Watch 4:30PM – SP
Meet & Greet w/ City Council – CANCELLED
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Nifty Fifties Night at the Grand Cafe 5:00PM – GC
Grand Fall Fest Non-Resident vendor registration 9AM – SP
Grand Fall Fest Resident vendor registration 9AM – SP
CARE Advisory Committee Mtg. 9AM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Election Com. Mtg. 9AM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Budget Meeting-GAC 9AM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 10AM – CM
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Budget Meeting-GAC 9AM – PC
ARC Meeting CANCELLED
Neighborhood Rep. Mtg. CANCELLED
Finance Committee Meeting 8:30AM – PC
Golf Advisory Comm. Mtg. 2:30PM – PC
TAD’s Those British Girls 7:00PM – SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM - CM
Let’s Go To The Movies 7:00PM – CM
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Reds at Diamondbacks 3:15PM – SPP
Cliff Castle Exp. 10AM – CM
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Board of Dir. Wkshp/ Chat 1PM – SP
Shopping at IKEA 9:00AM – SPP C.H.A.P.S. Gen Meeting 1:30PM – SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
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Golf Chat 1PM - SP
2017 Grand Series tickets go on sale 9AM – SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM ARC Meeting 9:30AM - PC
Neighborhood Rep. Mtg. 8AM - SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 10AM - CM
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Lifestyle Advisory Committee Mtg. 1PM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM Cabaret at The Gammage 5:30PM – SP Parking Area Hootenanny for Heroes 7PM – SP
Board of Dir. Mtg. 1PM – SP
Club Presidents Mtg. 10AM – CC
Block Watch 4:30PM – SP
Meet & Greet w/ City Council 10AM – PC Ray Henderson Tribute 7PM – SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Election Com. Mtg. 9AM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
Cliff Castle Exp. 10AM - CM
44th Annual Fiesta de Tlaquepaque 8:30AM - SP Parking Area Giants VS Diamondbacks 4:30PM – SP Parking Area
A Tribute to Johnny Cash 7AM – CM
Cliff Castle Exp. 10AM – CM
MIM Trip – SP Parking Area
A Tribute to Johnny Cash 7AM -CM
Finance Committee Meeting 8:30AM – PC
Golf Advisory Comm. Mtg. 2:30PM – PC
Conversation w/Ken 6PM – PC
TAD’s ’56 The Rock & Roll Revue 7PM – SP
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
C.H.A.P.S. Gen Meeting 1:30PM – SP
Budget MeetingReserves 1:30PM – PC
Cliff Castle Exp. 8AM – CM
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SEPTEMBER
SUNDAY
adobe aerobic schedule MONDAY 7:00-7:50
aqua aerobics Charlotte
TUESDAY 7:00-7:50
aqua aerobics Mitzi
WEDNESDAY 7:00-7:50
aqua aerobics Charlotte
THURSDAY 7:00-7:50
aqua aerobics Mitzi
7:00-7:50 7:00-8:00 7:00-7:50 7:00-8:00 beg. strength & balance stretch, Flex & Tone beg. strength & balance stretch, Flex & Tone
Maggie
Michele Z
Maggie
Michele Z
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
7:00-7:50
aqua aerobics Michele Z
7:00-8:00
7:15-8:15
DeAnn
Charlotte
Muscle Works
4-3-2-1
7:15-8:05
aqua aerobics Michele Z
8:00-8:50
8:00-8:50
aqua 4321 Charlotte
8:30-9:30
step
8:15-9:15
cardio interval
Michele Z
Michele Z
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:30
Jan
at the Amphitheater with Arden
core cardio
at the Amphitheater with Arden
Marcy/Maggie
9:45-10:45
9:45-10:45
Georjia
Therese
advanced Pilates*
Charlotte
8:15-9:15
cardio interval
ampFit
9:45-10:45
aqua aerobics
Linda
Jan 8:30-9:30
stretch & relax
8:00-8:50
aqua aerobics
8:15-9:30
body blast Jan
8:30-9:25
ampFit
core & More Michele Z
9:45-10:45
Zumba™
advanced Pilates* Georjia
10:00-10:50
aqua aerobics
10:00-10:50
10:00-11:00
Maggie
Jerry
aqua aerobics
Maggie
Yoga*
10:00-4:00
Grandettes #
10:50-11:50
Zumba™ Linda
11:00-12:00
11:00-12:00
Muscle Works
challenge Yoga*
DeAnn
12:00-1:00
1:00-1:45
rusty hinge h20 Maggie
Jerry
12:15-2:15
Grandettes #
Grandettes #
1:00-1:45
1:00-1:45
Maggie
Maggie
12:00-1:00
Grandettes #
rusty hinges land rusty hinges h2o
1:00-1:45
rusty hinges land Maggie
2:00-6:00
Maggie
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
Renee
Renee
Yoga*
dance club #
1:00-1:45
rusty hinge h20
Yoga*
2:15-3:10
2:15-3:10
PWr! Moves*
PWr! Moves*
Therese
Therese
3:20-4:15
3:20-4:15
chair Yoga*
chair Yoga*
Therese
4:00-4:50
aqua aerobics Maggie
5:45-8:45
Grandettes #
2:00-4:00
Grandettes #
Therese
4:00-4:50
aqua aerobics Maggie
5:45-8:45
Grandettes #
# reserved for dance club Practice
4:00-4:50
aqua aerobics Linda
4:00-4:50
aqua aerobics Maggie
5:45-8:45
Grandettes #
* $3.00 class
*** special Price
spin & Muscle Works @ $2.00 June 22, 2016
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cimarron aerobic schedule
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY 5:45-6:45
Fitness camp Arden
WEDNESDAY 5:45-6:45
Fitness camp Arden
THURSDAY 5:45-6:45
Fitness camp Arden
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5:45-6:45
Fitness camp Arden
6:00-6:45
indoor cycle Arden
7:00-8:00
7:00-8:00
Qi Gong***
strength 60
Tina at Pavilion
Patti
7:00-8:00
Fitness camp Arden
7:00-8:00
strength 60 Patti
7:00-8:00
Fitness camp Arden
7:15-8:15
Total body conditioning
Jan/DeAnn
8:15-9:15
8:15-9:15
stretch, Flex & Tone
stretch, Flex & Tone
Mitzi
Mitzi
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:30
Jazzercise® dance mixx
Jazzercise® dance mixx
Jazzercise® dance mixx
Patti
Patti
Patti
8:30-9:30
8:30-9:20
8:30-9:20
8:30-9:20
8:30-9:20
8:30-9:20
Jazzercise® dance mixx
deep Water
deep Water
deep Water
deep Water
deep Water
Jeanne
Josh
Patti
Josh
Patti
Josh
9:45-10:45
9:45-10:45
Patti
Patti
9:45-10:45 Jazzercise® dance mixx
Patti
9:45-10:45
Jazzercise® Fusion Patti
11:00-11:55
9:45-10:45
Yoga/Pilates* DeAnn
11:00-11:55
stretch & relax
Maggie
indoor cycle
Arden
Arden
12:15-2:10
Grandettes #
1:00-1:50
1:00-2:00
Michelle (bring your own)
Jerry Gilla Room
Yoga*
2:00-3:00
9:45-10:45
Yoga/Pilates* DeAnn
11:00-12:00
Fitness camp Arden
12:00-12:55
Tai chi*** Nancy
12:15-2:15
Grandettes #
1:00-1:55 beginner Tai chi***
1:00-2:00
Pilates*
Nancy
Jerry
2:00-3:00
cardio Tone lite
cardio Tone lite
DeAnn
DeAnn
2:20-3:20
2:15-3:15
Tone Zone
Qi Gong*
Arden & DeAnn
2:20-3:20
Tone Zone
Tina
Arden & DeAnn
3:30-4:30
3:30-4:30
3:30-4:30
3:30-4:30
3:30-4:30
DeAnn
Debbie
Jerry
Jerry
DeAnn
Yoga/Pilates*
step
Jan/DeAnn
11:15-Noon
indoor cycle
Piyo Fusion
Flexbar
stretch & relax
Maggie
11:15-Noon
Michele Z
11:00-12:00
stretch & relax
Maggie
12:00-12:50
Jazzercise® Fusion Jazzercise® strike
8:30-9:30
Zumba™
5:00-6:00
Gentle Yoga* Jerry
# reserved for dance club Practice
Zumba™
Zumba™
step
5:00-6:00
Gentle Yoga*
* $3.00 class
Jerry
*** special Price
spin & muscle Works @ $2.00 June 21, 2016
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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS Every Monday • Paper Arts & Memories
August 14 • Sunday • SCG Singles Club
Stop by the Chaparral Center Information Desk every Monday and browse the large selection of handmade greeting cards created by your very own Paper Arts & Memories members. There are cards for every occasion to suit your individual needs. Prices vary based on design complexity. www.paperartsandmemories.com
Cool off at our HOT AUGUST NIGHT featuring another delicious menu from Dillon’s – burgers, grilled chicken, beans and potato salad. Enjoy listening and dancing throughout the evening with Robert Basinais, one of the Single’s Club’s favorite entertainers. Hosted by Barb Swenson (623) 975-6760 and Sharon Gayken (623) 215-7087. Deadline for $15 tickets is Monday, August 8th.
Handmade Greeting Card Sales
Prices Vary | 8 a.m – 1:00 p.m. | Chaparral Center
Sound & Lighting Training Available
Hot August Night
$15/person | 5:30 p.m. | Cimarron Center
The Drama & Music Clubs have an opportunity to learn new skills and participate in the performances at SCG. We are looking for residents who would like to learn how to operate the sound and lighting systems for various shows. Prior experience or knowledge is not required as we will train anyone who is interested in learning the systems. With the many performances we have, there will be opportunities for more trained technical people. This is a way to learn some new skills that will benefit you as well as the clubs. If you have an interest or would like information, please contact Dennis Muehling at dmuehling@cox. net or 623-748-9980.
August 17 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
August 3 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
DVD Showing
DVD Showing
DVD showing - The Secrets of Pastel Painting in Plein Air. Michael Chelsey Johnson – 100 minutes. “A landscape is painted in pastel from start to finish, with the artist sharing secrets for capturing the moving sun and shadow.” For more information please visit our website at www.scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone).
DVD Showing
DVD showing - Framing, Matting and Hanging, Larry Withers - 88 minutes. “In this program you will learn how to select the right frame; make your own frame molding; cut mats; mount your artwork; hand & display.” For more information please visit our website at www. scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone). FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
August 24 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
DVD showing - Painting Mood & Atmosphere in Oils, Carolyn Lewis - 65 minutes. ‘’This artist shows the whole oil painting process, from priming your canvas to completing the final details. Along the way you will pick up valuable tips and techniques on color, value, shape and edges.” For more information, please visit our website at www. scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone).
FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
August 4 • Thursday • SCG Singles Club
August 26 • Wednesday • SCG Singles Club
Join your friends for an evening of bowling at Uptown Alley. Your $25 ticket includes 2 hours of bowling (including shoes and ball), multiple appetizers and soft drinks. Beer, wine and cocktails are available for purchase at the bar. Hosted by James Popiel (623)476-8572. Tickets available until Monday August 1st.
Join your friends for a night of music, marvelous desserts and musical merriment. Hosted by Susan Sellars (480) 528-4789 and Karen Ehrlich (316) 303-5505. Get your $10 ticket by Monday, August 22nd.
$25/person | 4:45p.m. | Uptown Alley
August 31 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
Let’s Go Bowling
Music of the Night
$10/person | 6:30 p.m. | Cimarron Center
August 8 & 22 • Mondays • Music Club
DVD Showing
If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument) then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information.
FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
Acoustic Instrument Group
FREE | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Cimarron Center
August 10 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
DVD Showing
DVD showing - Brushwork Techniques for Expressive Watercolor, Sterling Edwards - 62 minutes. NEW DVD for the club “From a general review of brushes, to techniques using a variety of brush types, to a start-to-finsh demo, this video will help you use your brushes to improve your paintings, no matter what the subject.” For more information please visit our website at www.scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone).
DVD showing - Collage Paper Patterns & Glazing, Anne Bagby- 90 minutes. You will learn to create your own stamps, masks, stencils, and paper as you build a truly customized collage. Work fast and free, layering homemade paper with lush acrylic glazes to design an intricate and eclectic figures.” For more information, please visit our website at www.scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone). September 12 & 26 • Mondays • Music Club
Acoustic Instrument Group
If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument) then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE | 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Cimarron Center
FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS September 13-20 • Tuesday to Tuesday • Grand Glass Arts Club
October 16 • Sunday • SCG Armed Forces Support Group
The Club is offering an introductory class for those who want to join the Club and learn the basics of the glass arts. During a period of six days participants will attend six sessions and complete 3 glass art projects using stained glass, fusing and mosaic techniques. Two highly skilled glass artists will provide instruction and guidance to participants: in the use of various glass types and equipment; techniques to cut, grind, foil and solder glass; and work safety protocols in the studio. A fee of $100 includes all materials, a one-year club membership and a name badge. For further information, please call the Glass Arts Studio (623.214.6723), visit the studio (near the Adobe Center) or our website at www.grandglassarts.com.
AFSG is hosting a Korean/Vietnam “Welcome Home” Dinner and USO type show in honor of our veterans. There will be a cash bar and the event is free. If you are a veteran of the Korean and/or Vietnam Wars, you and a guest are welcome. Seating is limited, so free tickets will be available at the Activities Ticket Desk with an info form to fill out to reserve your seat. Please contact Ron Coslett at 623-703-6100 or Eileen Joy at 623-544-7275 for more information.
Introduction to Glass Arts Class
$100 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Glass Arts Studio
September 21 • Wednesday • SCG Art Club
DVD Showing
DVD showing – The Essence of Watercolour - Hazel Soan - 80 minutes. “In this inspirational DVD Hazel encourages you to explore the properties of watercolor and gives an insight into the secrets of successful watercolor painting.” For more information, please visit our website at www.scgartclub.com or call 623-546-7484 (Art Studio telephone). FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Art Studio II
October 4-11 • Tuesday to Tuesday • Grand Glass Arts Club
Introduction to Glass Arts Class
The Club is offering an introductory class for those who want to join the Club and learn the basics of the glass arts. During a period of six days participants will attend six sessions and complete 3 glass art projects using stained glass, fusing and mosaic techniques. Two highly skilled glass artists will provide instruction and guidance to participants: in the use of various glass types and equipment; techniques to cut, grind, foil and solder glass; and work safety protocols in the studio. A fee of $100 includes all materials, a one-year club membership and a name badge. For further information, please call the Glass Arts Studio (623.214.6723), visit the studio (near the Adobe Center) or our website at www.grandglassarts.com.
Korean/Vietnam “Welcome Home” Dinner
FREE | 4:00-6:00 p.m. | Sonoran Plaza
October 25-November 1 • Tuesday to Tuesday Grand Glass Arts Club
Introduction to Glass Arts
The Club is offering an evening hours’ introductory class for those who want to join the Club and learn the basics of glass arts. During a period of 6 days’ participants will attend 6 sessions and complete 3 glass art projects using stained glass, fusing and mosaic techniques. Two highly skilled glass artists will provide instruction and guidance to participants: in the use of various glass types and equipment; techniques to cut, grind, foil and solder glass; and work safety protocols in the studio. A fee of $100 includes all materials, a one year club membership and name badge. For further information, please call the Glass Arts Studio (623.214.6723), visit our studio (near the Adobe Center) or website at www.grandglassarts.com. $100 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Glass Arts Studio
$100 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Glass Arts Studio
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PRESENTATIONS August 17 • Wednesday • Seminar
RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN window and patio door presentation. Bring your appetite because lunch will be served.
Join Robin Loomis with Nova Home Loans and Dennis Manning with RE/MAZ Professionals for an informal discussion about Reserve Mortgages. If you are over age 62, the federal government is offering you this significant benefit. Use it as a financial planning tool, pay off an old mortgage or buy a new home…all with no monthly mortgage payments. RSVP to 623-229-5308. Space is limited. Lunch will be served.
FREE | 9 & 10:30 a.m. | Palm Center
RE/MAX Professionals
FREE | 11 a.m. | Palm Center
August 24 • Wednesday • Seminar
Social Security and Retirement – Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, member SIPC
September 21 • Wednesday • Seminar
RE/MAX Professionals
Join Robin Loomis with Nova Home Loans and Dennis Manning with RE/MAZ Professionals for an informal discussion about Reserve Mortgages. If you are over age 62, the federal government is offering you this significant benefit. Use it as a financial planning tool, pay off an old mortgage or buy a new home…all with no monthly mortgage payments. RSVP to 623-229-5308. Space is limited. Lunch will be served. FREE | 11 a.m. | Palm Center
You are invited to attend the seminar on how to maximize your social security income. Presented by Asha Jain, VP-Investments with guest speaker Eric Norton, Regional VP, Nationwide. Breakfast is served. Walk-ins welcome or RSVP at 480-423-3071 or asha.jain@ wellsfargoadvisors.com. This seminar is sponsored and financially supported by Nationwide and is educational in nature – no specific products will be discussed.
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Say Hello to The Village Dental Team! A Sun City West Tradition in Excellence Since 1984
Dr. Matt Harmon invites you to become a part of The Village Dental Center family of patients.
We utilize the latest advances in dental technology and are dedicated to excellence in patient care.
• Same day Crowns & Onlays (CEREC) • Bridges • Implant Restorations • Cosmetic Dentistry • Most Extractions • Implant Dentures • Lazer • Nightguards • 2nd opinions. Our entire team is committed to your optimal oral health, in a loving, caring and relaxed environment.
The Village Dental Center
Dr. Harmon is a preclinical instructor at Midwestern University Dental School
13802 West Camino Del Sol, Suite 101 • Sun City West, AZ 85375
Now welcoming new patients and offering convenient payment options:
www.thevillagedentalcenter.com
Care Credit • Delta Dental Premier Provider
623-583-0151
LOST & FOUND Have you lost something in the Village Area or out in the Community? If so, check at the Welcome Center to see if your lost item has been turned in.
Lost and Found is located in the Welcome Center in the lobby of the Palm Center. Open hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Or you can phone 623-546-7501 and ask the volunteers to check for your lost item. Valuable items such as cell phones and jewelry are kept in the Membership Office. The Golf Courses and Fitness Centers keep their found items, so if you lost something there, please check at those facilities.
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Ticketed Events Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. Tuesdays 8 a.m. • Thursdays 8 a.m. • Saturdays 10 a.m.
August 4 • Thursday • Grand Café
Each week the Cliff Castle Casino Express will make a stop here in Sun City Grand. At Cliff Castle Casino you’ll find more fun, excitement and the friendliest casino in Arizona. Slots? Definitely, and all the popular ones too! Poker and Blackjack? You bet, in a casual and friendly atmosphere. So, if fun is what you’re after, you’ve definitely come to the right place. Price includes $25 in FREE slot play or table match play. Pay the fee upon boarding the bus at the designated pick up location at the Cimarron Center. If you wish to reserve your spot on the bus, please call 888-582-5287.
$15/person | 5 - 7:00 p.m. | Chaparral Center
Cliff Castle Casino Express
$10/person | Bus Departs From Cimarron Center
Every Tuesday • MUSIC
Tuesday Nite Live
Notice to all singers and those who enjoy listening! Sing in a cabaret environment in SCG every Tuesday at the Cimarron Night Club. This is a weekly event, except for holidays. Join our Line Dancers during the course of the evening. If you don’t want to perform, just enjoy listening! The fee to attend this event can be paid at the door, and a cash bar will be available. Contact Larry and Vicki Breslow at 623-399-9323 or vickiandlarry@gmail.com for more information. $5/person | 6 p.m. cash bar | Cimarron Center
August 1 • Monday • SCG
Vendor Spaces for the SCG Semi-Annual Garage Sale go on sale
Nifty Fifties Night at the Grand Café—SOLD OUT August 8 • Monday • SCG
Randy Riggle’s Nostalgia Show
Back by popular demand! Times have changed, but have we? Instead of drive-thru’s there were drive-in’s. Coke wasn’t ‘Classic’ and it came from a fountain or a green glass bottle. The only survivor series on TV consisted of Gilligan and his crew! ‘Nostalgia’ takes you down memory lane with your ’57 Chevy as we remember the times and people who changed our lives. Randy Riggle’s observational humor about the 40’s – 60’s era is complimented with over 40 impersonations and a special tribute to Veterans. $12/person | 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
August 9 • Tuesday • G.R.E.A.T. Trip
Williams and Bearizona
Travel to the historic Route 66 town of Williams. Enjoy a wide variety of wildlife at Bearizona, from majestic bison and nimble big horn sheep to stealthy wolves and adorable bear cubs. *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | 8 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
August 12 • Friday • SCG
Vendor spaces may be purchased beginning August 1, 2016 at the Activities desk for the fall garage sale scheduled for Saturday, November 12, 2016 from 7 a.m. to noon. Spaces may be purchased ONLY at the Activities desk and ONLY by SCG residents with their CAM card.
Summer Movie Series – Singing In The Rain
$14 or $19/space | 9 a.m. Sonoran Plaza
FREE | 1:00-3:00pm | Sonoran Plaza
August 2 • Tuesday • SCG
August 18 • Thursday • SCG
SCG Resident Vendor Registration for Grand Fall Fest (previously Oktoberfest)
Vendor spaces will sell out quickly for this popular annual event being held on October 8, 2016, so register as soon as possible! Residents with their CAM cards are eligible to register for a space today. Please bring check or cash only. Sonoran Plaza opens at 7 a.m. Activities Office will open at 9 a.m. in the Sonoran Plaza. $70/space for residents | $30/space for clubs | 9 a.m. Sonoran Plaza
August 3 • Wednesday • SCG
Vendor Registration for Grand Fall Fest (previously Oktoberfest)
Vendor spaces will sell out quickly for this popular annual event being held on October 8, 2016, so register as soon as possible! Non-residents are invited to register for a space today. Please bring check or cash only. Sonoran Plaza opens at 7 a.m. Activities Office will open at 9 a.m. in the Sonoran Plaza $150/space for non-residents | 9 a.m. Sonoran Plaza
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Join us for a classic movie afternoon. Enjoy freshly popped popcorn and the company of your Sun City Grand friends and neighbors. Soda and water will be available for purchase from your very own Grand Café.
TAD’s – Those British Girls
This hit-filled concert takes you on a journey through the music of the UK’s Ready Steady Female Star Vocalists of the 1960s through the chart-topping and record-breaking Superstars of today! Britain was the World’s undisputed Pop Culture hub with each of the top four recording labels having their own female Superstars, including Petula Clark, Shirley Bassey, Dusty Springfield, The Spice Girls, Annie Lennox, Amy Winehouse and of course Adele! Get ready for a night out where the boys take a backseat, and the ladies take center stage! $18/person Front of House | $15/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
August 19 & 20 • Friday & Saturday • MUSIC
“Let’s Go To The Movies” – 2nd night added
Tickets have been selling briskly for this professional show so we've added a second night. It's presented by Showtune Productions. We'll revisit some of the most memorable scenes from our favorite cinema classics like The Wizard of Oz, Singing in the Rain and many more. This delightful upbeat show for all ages fits perfectly on our Nightclub stage and will make our patrons glad they're still in town. It's performed by a troupe of professional actors and singers backed Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
Ticketed Events Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. up by a live band and features skits and musical hits from many of our favorite movies. Bring your own popcorn or dry snacks! Purchase tickets at: www.scgrandmusicclub.com or at the Activities Desk or for more information, please contact Didi Nielsen, Event Coordinator, at 623-583-4406. $18/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Center
August 23 • Tuesday • G.R.E.A.T. Trip
Shopping at IKEA
Join us for a day of shopping at the unique IKEA store in Tempe. Browse the galleries of household rooms for ideas on furniture, storage, lighting, textiles, and more. Purchase the items that inspire you and transport them home on the bus, we’ll be leaving IKEA to return back to Sun City Grand at 3 p.m.! $20/person | 9 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
August 26 • Friday • SCG
Summer Movie Series – My Fair Lady
Join us for a classic movie afternoon. Enjoy freshly popped popcorn and the company of your Sun City Grand friends and neighbors. Soda and water will be available for purchase from your very own Grand Café. FREE | 1:00-3:00pm | Sonoran Plaza
August 27 • Saturday • G.R.E.A.T. Trip
Reds at Diamondbacks
Leave the driving to us and cheer our Diamondbacks to a win over the Cincinnati Reds in the cool comfort of Chase Field. Seats located in the Baseline Box, section 113. $60/person | 3:15 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
August 27 • Saturday • MUSIC
Grand Cabaret presents Bobby (Wilson) Brooks
Son of legendary R&B singer Jackie Wilson, Bobby Brooks has performed in the Grand before - always to sell out, enthusiastic crowds. He calls Las Vegas home but is also a dynamic national and international star. His impressions of Little Richard, Sam Cooke and Stevie Wonder bring those iconic performers to the stage. Bobby loves to entertain and it shows in his high energy stage presence. If you're in town, this is one performance you won't want to miss. This is a reserved seating by table, not seat, event. To be placed on the Wait List for Sold out Performances, or more information, please contact Didi Nielsen, Event Coordinator, at 623-583-4406. $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
September 1 • Thursday • SCG
The 2017 GRAND Series - Tickets will go on sale
Each show will consist of a matinee and evening show, 4:00 & 7:00pm. Tickets can be purchased online or in person at 9am on Thursday, September 1st. Package will consist of all 6 shows at a discounted rate, $70 front of house subscription/$65 back of house subscription, singles tickets $18/$15. $70/$65 per subscription | Matinee & Evening Performances Sonoran Plaza
September 6 • Tuesday • SCG
The Best Things In Life Are Free – Ray Henderson Tribute
Come pay a special tribute to Hall of Fame songwriter, Ray Henderson. Ray may not be known to many of you because most of his work was produced early in the past century, yet his songs are endearing, everlasting, and still sung today. When you hear the music you will feel the impact they had then…and still have! $22/person | 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
September 9 • Friday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Musical Instrument Museum & Lunch
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) displays more than 6,000 instruments collected from around 200 of the world’s countries and territories. Most displays are enhanced by state-of-the-art audio and video technologies the allow guests to see the instruments, hear their sounds, and observe them being played in their original contexts. Lunch is included in Carefree. *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
September 9 • Friday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Giants at Diamondbacks
Leave the driving to us and cheer our Diamondbacks to a win over the San Francisco Giants in the cool comfort of Chase Field. Purchase price includes motor coach and admission to Chase Field; seats located in the Baseline Box, section 113. $60/person | 4:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
September 10 • Saturday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
44th Annual Fiesta De Tlaquepaque
Join the 44th annual “Fiesta de Tlaquepaque,” a celebration of Mexican Independence Day, September 10th, 2016, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Continuing a long tradition of fabulous food, music, dance and entertainment for young and old, this year’s Fiesta promises to be extraordinary. The lively mariachis, the heart pounding beats of Flamenco dancers, and, mouthwatering tastes of Mexico will fill the day. We anticipate leaving Sedona at 5:30 p.m. to head back to SCG. $35/person | 8:30 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
September 15 • Thursday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Cabaret at The Gammage
Direct from Broadway, the acclaimed masterpiece returns to Tempe! The critically acclaimed and award-wining Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall’s (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award-winning production CABARET. Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Wilkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Leave your troubles outside – life is beautiful at CABARET, John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff’s Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses it way. Purchase price includes motor coach and admission to The Gammage; seats are located in the TierB1 section, rows 7 and 8. We anticipate leaving The Gammage at 10:45 p.m. to head back to SCG. $76/person | 5:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza
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Ticketed Events Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. September 15 • Thursday • MUSIC
“Hootenanny for Heroes”
Hoot-e-nan-ny—noun – an informal, festive performance by folk singers, often including audience participation, with the use of acoustic instruments. Join David Durham and several friends from the Acoustic Instrument Group as they take you back to the 1960’s. Songs will include your favorite folk, western, bluegrass and rock and roll. This will be a spirited sing-a-long, with lyrics shown on the overhead screens. Net proceeds will go to Soldiers Best Friend, a local charity whose mission is to train rescued dogs to become service dogs for veterans with PTSD. We’ll raise the roof in song and also raise some much needed $$ to help SBF complete its new dog training facility in Peoria. For more information for this general admission floor & tiered seating event, please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301. $10/person | 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
September 16 & 17 • Friday & Saturday • MUSIC
A Tribute to Johnny Cash – Steve Christiansen & Ken Killebrew
Come Walk the Line with us! The Nightclub is pleased to welcome back Steve and Ken (Kenny K), whose previous performances sold out quickly. They are popular entertainers throughout the Valley and have been featured performers at the Prescott Opry and Arizona Broadway Theatre. In addition to performing our favorite Man in Black hits, they share some little known facts about this American icon. With his guitar and soulful delivery, Steve brings the essence of Johnny Cash to our stage. Ken performs on upright bass, mandolin and Johnny's own personal favorite, the telecaster guitar. To be placed on the Wait List for Sold out Performances, or more information, please contact Didi Nielsen, Event Coordinator, at 623-583-4406. $18/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Center
September 22 • Thursday • SCG
TAD’s ’56 – The Rock & Roll Revue
THEN: a year that featured Coup de Ville & drive-in movies, Ed Sullivan and Milton Berle in your living room once a week, Mickey Mantle leading the Yankees to the pennant and Grace Kelly leaving Hollywoods silver screen to become a Princess. Elvis had 4 Top Ten hits that year, alongside Dean Martin and The Platters, and he became a movie star all in 1956. NOW: four amazing musicians, individually accomplished in other genres, come together to ask this question: What if all those legends from Sun Records and the Louisiana Hayride never went to Hollywood, never made TV shows and movies, but were still just playing today is the answer! So, put your glad-rags on and grab your best gal or guy, and get ready to ROCK! $18/person Front of House | $15/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
October 1 • Saturday • SCG
Market at Grand
Support your local farmers with local produce, arts, crafts and specialty food items at the Palm Center. Visit SCG’s studios just across the street in our Village Center – for resident made art and crafts to purchase! FREE | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Palm Center and Village Center
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October 1 • Saturday • Music
Tom Tayback & the Daddy O’s – Graffiti Gold Rock & Roll Show
If you’re a fan of the early years of Rock & Roll when Bill Haley & the Comets hit the airways with Rock Around the Clock, you’ll love this authentic blast from the past. It’s a professionally choreographed throwback to the good old days of Juke Boxes, 45 records, soda shops and sock hops in the gym. Some of your favorite rock & roll legends will be on stage – Elvis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Little Richard, Dion and many more. Break out those poodle skirts, saddle shoes and ducktails – be creative. This ‘remember when’ show will be one you won’t want to miss! Some lucky people will be given prizes, but you’ve gotta dress the part! Tickets may be purchases online at www. scgrandmusicclub.com or at the Activities Desk in the Sonoran plaza. For additional information contact Didi Nielsen, Music Club Event Coordinator, at 623-523-4406. $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
October 8 • Saturday • SCG
The 19th Annual GRAND Fall Fest
Come out and enjoy the music, dancing, food and the vendors at our 19th Annual Grand Fall Fest. We have some exciting changes that we hope you enjoy. FREE | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Village Center and Community Buildings
October 9 • Sunday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Apple Annie’s in Wilcox
Spend a day out on the farm enjoying a flavorful harvest of pickyour-own apples, pears, peaches, pumpkins, and more! Browse in the sensational assortment of butters, salsa, jams, jellies, and other great gifts! Let your nose guide you to our homemade pies and breads as they fill the store with the sweet smell of apples and cinnamon! No doubt that delicious smell is one of our signature, award-winning apple pies made with hand-peeled apples from our orchards! Lunch is included. *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza parking area
October 12 • Wednesday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Scottsdale Fashion Square - Shopping
Join us for a fun day of shopping at a favorite shopping destination in the Valley! $20/person | 9:00 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza parking area 3:00 p.m. Bus Departs shopping center
October 14 & 15 • Friday & Saturday • MUSIC
Showtune Productions Presents – Legendary Ladies of Soul
We are pleased to welcome a talented trio of ladies who will take us on a soulful journey from the '40s to the '70s. Erahn Patton, Mitzi Smith and Courtney Washington are each star performers in their own right. They've backed up musical giants like Elton John, Reba McIntyre and Lou Rawls and toured with some of Broadway's biggest shows. Lucky for us, they now call Arizona home and for this show they bring us hit songs by Lena Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
Ticketed Events Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. Horne, Aretha Franklin, Sarah Vaughn, Whitney Houston and many more. Pure and simple, it's another evening of music magic right here in the Grand. Tickets may be purchased online at www.scgrandmusicclub. com or at the Activities Desk. For additional information contact Didi Nielsen, Music Club Event Coordinator, at 623-523-4406. $18/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Center
October 19 • Wednesday • G.R.E.A.T Trip
Sound of Music at The Gammage
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien, is coming to ASU Gammage. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including "My Favorite Things," "Edelweiss" and the title song. Purchase price includes motor coach and admission to The Gammage; seats are located in the TierB1 section, rows 6, 7 and 8. $76/person | 5:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza parking area
October 20, 21, 22 • Thursday, Friday & Saturday • DRAMA
SCG Drama Club presents: Neil Simon’s Classic – Plaza Suite
Come and Enjoy the Drama Club's presentation of Neil Simon's Classic Plaza Suite. Set in New York City three couples romp through their antics in Suite 719. First Karen books the honeymoon suite in which she and Sam launched their marrige those many years ago with the hope to recapture those moments and rekindle
their failing relationship. Next, movie producer Jesse arrives to connect with old flame, Muriel, now a suburban housewife. He in anticipation of reenacting former seductions, she expecting just a chat among old friends. Finally we witness Roy and Norma about to send off their bride-to-be, Mimsey, to the land of Prince Charming and eternal happiness. However, Mimsey just won't come out of the bathroom to cooperate. One must be present to see what works and what doesn't for these folks with so different expectations. $12/person | 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
October 28 • Friday • SCG
TAD’s Time in a Bottle
From Jim Croce to Dan Fogelberg, and Carole King to James Taylor, Time in a Bottle presents an unforgettable two hours of some of the greatest American music to come from the 1970s. From the end of the 1960s, it became common to divide mainstream rock music into soft and hard rock with both emerging as major genres of popular music. In the early ‘70s, rock music mellowed creating the distinctive, laid-back sound of soft rock. The smooth and easy feeling this music inspires is perfect for life’s most meaningful moments. Quite simply, these are the song that just make you feel good! Time in a Bottle re-creates the best of the soft rock era rocking you gently with the hits of Jim Croce, Carole King, James Taylor, America, Dan Fogelberg, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot and many more amazing singer/songwriters. $18/person Front of House | $15/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar | 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza
Their wish came true!
A beAutiful ApArtment And lifestyle At royAl oAks! Ginger and Roger are always smiling—after all, they live at the west valley’s most highly regarded retirement resort. Their wish is our command! Posing as Major Nelson and Jeanie for our 2016 Classic TV Shows calendar for charity made them even a little famous! We invite you to tour our beautiful campus and discover why our residents rave over the food choices, the maintenancefree lifestyle in updated homes and apartments, the activities, fitness, and friendships. Residents and family members enjoy financial peace of mind, knowing our Lifecare program provides increased services without an increase in fees. When a higher level of care is needed, assisted living, memory care, and complete supportive living are right here on our immaculately landscaped, 38-acre campus. As a non-profit Life Plan Community, Royal Oaks is the west valley community of choice for spoiling independent residents and providing excellent care when the time arrives.
marketingdept@royaloaks.com 10015 W. Royal Oak Road • Sun City, AZ 85351 (south of 99th Ave. and Thunderbird Rd.) One of just six CCRCs in the country with the financial strength to earn an “A” rating from Fitch Ratings
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Discover more about this retirement lifestyle option by requesting our FREE report, The Ten Most Important Questions to Ask a Retirement Community BEFORE You Move In. Download it now at www.RoyalOaks.com or call the number on the right and we will send it to you.
Visit www.royaloaks.com to take an interactive tour and then call
(623) 815-4132 to schedule a personal visit.
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GRAND LEARNING Information and Registration at 623-546-7470 or grandlearning.org
Hey, we know it’s still hot outside and Grand Learning has some cool classes to help you chill out! Kadam Michelle Gauthier Classes in Sept.
The Mind of Equanimity Learn how to view everyone as equal. Monday, September 12 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. $10 Improving Relationships Seeing kindness in daily life is one of the best ways to develop a mind of appreciation toward others. Monday, September 19 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. $10 Love vs. Attachment If we wish to enjoy good relationships, it is essential that we learn to distinguish between love and attachment. Monday, September 26 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. $10 The fee for each class is $10, but if you enroll in Gauthier Classes, you will automatically be enrolled in all three classes for $20.
Fall 2016 Catalog
Our catalog should arrive by September 1 and will be available at the Grand Learning office in Chaparral, as well as at the Sonoran, Cimarron, and Adobe Centers. There is a terrific line-up of 90+ classes—with many new ones!
On Your Mark…Fall Registration
Registration begins officially on Monday, September 19. You may register online or come to the Grand Learning office at 9 a.m. on September 19. Now is the time to start creating your account online (if you don’t already have one) and be ready to register—joining the vast number of students registering from home in their jammies with a cup of coffee in the wee hours of the morning. Of course, you can get a coffee from the Grand Café and wait in line at our office – but no jammies. If phoning in your registration, please be patient; we will get back to you as soon as possible - and don’t forget to set your phone system to acknowledge our number, especially if you have Magic Jack or another screening system. We can be reached at (623) 546-7470 or at grandlearning@scgcam.com
Visit the Grand Learning Website
Even if you call or come to the office to register, it’s always a good idea to check www.grandlearning.org for the latest classes. Sometimes there are cancellations, classes added, or updates. We update our website frequently to keep you informed.
How to Register
How about a one-on-one lesson in setting up your online account and registering for classes? How about resetting your password? Need some help? Give us a call and we’ll find a mutually convenient time to have a how-to session right here in our office. We can be reached at (623) 546-7470; don’t forget, we are closed until August 15.
On Line Registration/Payment
If you are having difficulty registering on line, contact us for assistance. Please do not create another account. When paying, check your invoice to make sure you have a zero amount due. If the dollar amount still shows - you are not paid! See why your credit card didn’t process by scrolling down to red print on the bottom of the invoice. Your credit card statement will show ASA online for payment of Grand Learning classes. Remember, registration is complete only on an invoice, not in a shopping cart; and yes, you must register for free classes. (A tip: If your credit card statement is sent to an address NOT in Sun City Grand, you must use that address when paying by credit card online.)
The Grand Learning Office Reopens on Monday, August 15
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The Association provides this publication for informational purposes only. SCG Community Association, its Board, its employees and all other entities within SCG do not guarantee, endorse, nor promote any of the products, services or individuals advertised herein and assume no responsibility or liability for the veracity of the statements made in this publication. Information regarding advertising rates can be obtained on our website at www.grandinfo.com (under Life in SCG/Grand Lifestyles Information); or by coming to the Sonoran Plaza and visiting the Activities Office. The deadline for both commercial and classified ads is the 10th of the month prior to placement (September 10th for October).
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ASK CAPPIE THE COMPUTER CAT Dear Cappie, You keep advising us to use good strong passwords and not use the same password for all applications and websites. What do you consider a “good” password and what is your solution for remembering all the passwords for every app and website? Cheri, Susie, Tater & Tot Dear Cheri, Susie, Tater & Tot, A strong password should be 8 (minimum) to 16 characters long (some experts recommend no fewer than 12 characters) and contain upper and lower case letters, characters, numbers, and symbols. The word you use should not be the user’s name, and preferably the word should not be found in the dictionary (since many hacker programs use dictionary algorithms to crack password codes). All passwords should be changed regularly and be significantly different from previous passwords used. The rationale in not using the same password for all your online accounts is that if someone cracks the code for one site, he or she then has the ability to breach all of your accounts. If you use the same password for your online banking and buying, social media, gaming, saving data and photos to the cloud, etc., the hacker can wreak havoc by accessing all your accounts using that same password. Your online security is only as strong as its weakest link. For example, let’s say that you install a free little game app on your device, and that app was developed by a felon or by a novice. If you use the same password on that app AND on a banking app, you have a problem if the felon uses your password to look through your other accounts OR if the novice developer didn’t build in strong deterrents to thwart criminals from mining his or her data. Cappie acknowledges that strong passwords can be difficult to remember
manager should also have the option of online backup so your information and passwords can be restored easily. The app should be able to evaluate the passwords you already have, determine if those passwords are secure, and if not, alert you to update them.
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unless written down. Cappie does suggest that if you do list them, do so offline on an external thumb drive or on paper, and secure them adequately through encryption apps or using some type of code only you understand. Another option popular today is to use a password manager app which creates strong passwords for which you only need to know one password—a master password--to access the remainder of your passwords. This way, you only need to create one strong password on your own, but the drawback is that you must make sure you can remember it. Password managers don’t save master passwords or save a password hint, so if you forget your master password, you’ll lose access to all your data. While there are a lot of password manager apps on the market, some criteria you should consider before purchasing are how easy is it for you to use; its ability to sync across all platforms including all the different browsers and devices that you use; does it have the ability to use a biometric login (which means that you can use your fingerprint, as when you access your phone, instead of a password)? In the event you lose your device or it gets stolen, the password
“Two-Factor Authentication” is very useful as well--especially for sites you want to be extra secure. This optional feature requires that after you enter your password, you receive an additional text message or phone call immediately with another code that must also be entered to get into the website. In case someone does steal your password, he or she still cannot get in because the second code will go directly to your text messenger or phone call, and until you enter this time-sensitive string of digits, the site cannot be accessed. This is nice to have especially for your banking and purchasing sites. A few excellent passcode managers that meet all or most of the above mentioned criteria are (in alphabetical order): Dashlane, LastPass, LogmeOnce, and Stickey Password. They all have free and premium (pay) versions. Cappie suggests that you check the websites of each to see how they work and try the free version first before you commit to monthly payments. If you do minimal online transactions or just have few devices to sync, the free versions work adequately. Cappie suggests that whether you use a Password Manager or create your own strong passwords, never share your passwords (or Master Password) with others or leave them visible on or near your computer, tablet, or smartphone. (An added advantage of using a passcode manager is that it provides a way for a designee to access your accounts but only if you are incapacitated.) Having explained all this, remember that the most elaborate security can be breached by simple human errors or careless behaviors.
For information about password programs, fall classes on how to install and use Password Apps, visit the Grand Computers Club. The Club is located in the Chaparral Center. If you are a member you can talk to a tech volunteer every Tuesday at 12:30 PM. Bring your device with you. Check out the club website: www.grandcomputers.org (note: summer hours for the computer club are: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm-- Mon thru Fri). View the digital version of Ask Cappie the Computer Cat Column by logging on to www.grandinfo.com . Special Thanks to Shari and Susie for submitting photos of their darling pups, Tater and Tot.
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Diabetes Self-Management Prevention and
The Sun Health Center for Health & Wellbeing offers educational series on both diabetes and pre-diabetes. These series are taught by Tracy Garrett and Susan Welter, registered dietitians and certified diabetes educators, and Rhonda Zonoozi, exercise physiologist.
DIABETES
PRE-DIABETES
Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) This eight-week course provides the guidance needed to help prevent diabetic complications and improve overall health. The DSME program is fully covered by Medicare and most insurance providers.
The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a 12-week series for people with prediabetes, a condition between “normal” and “diabetes” that increases the risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Instructors use evidence-based practices to help prevent or delay onset of the disease.
Tuesdays, starting Aug. 23, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Center for Health & Wellbeing in Surprise
Tuesday, starting Aug. 23, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Center for Health & Wellbeing in Surprise
Wednesday, starting Aug. 24, 9:30 to 11 a.m. La Loma Village Health and Rehabilitation in Litchfield Park
Wednesday,starting Aug. 24, 1:30 to 3 p.m. La Loma Village Health and Rehabilitation in Litchfield Park
Thursday, starting Aug. 25, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Banner Boswell Medical Center, Support Services in Sun City
Thursday, starting Aug. 25, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Banner Boswell Medical Center, Support Services in Sun City
Registration is required. Please call to register: 623-832-WELL (9355)
SunHealthWellbeing.org
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1. A properly repaired ball mark heals completely in 2-3 days, while an unrepaired ball mark takes 15-20 days to heal properly. 2. A typical 18-hole golf course covers approximately 125 - 150 acres of land. The total landmass of golf courses in the United States equals about 1/2 the state of Connecticut. 3. A typical 18-hole golf course produces enough oxygen to support 4,000 to 7,000 people. 4. Golf courses nationwide combine to filter 13 million tons of dust from the air every year. 5. Golf courses have a cooling effect during the hot summer months. The average temperature on the golf course in typically 5- 7 degrees cooler than a residential area and 7 - 15 degrees cooler than an urban downtown setting. 6. The infield of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is home to four holes of the Brickyard Crossing golf course. The remaining 14 holes outside the oval are accessed through a tunnel under the track. 7. Golf courses delay play on frostcovered turf (especially greens) because stepping on frost-covered grass causes the frozen leaf cells to rupture. The turf will turn brown and eventually die. 48
8. The Old Works Golf Course in Anaconda, Mont., is the first golf course built on an Environmental Protection Agency Superfund Site. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the land served as a smelting location for the mining of iron ore. The golf course opened in June of 1997. 9. Why do golf course superintendents aerate turf? Because it reduces compaction on a golf course by removing soil cores from the ground, allowing the movement of water, air and nutrients to the turf roots. Highly traveled areas plus poor soil composition creates compacted surfaces. 10. What is the origin of the stimpmeter? In the early 1900s, a man by the name of Edward Stimpson was looking for a means to create more fairness in the game of golf. Specifically, he was looking to make putting surfaces on a particular course all relatively the same speed. He developed the stimpmeter to achieve this purpose. By using this device, he could determine, for example, if the fourth green was the same speed as the 17th. The device is often misused and misinterpreted by the novice and avid golfer alike. It is best used to compare greens on the same course, NOT to compare greens from one course to another. 11. How much has technology and research improved speed and quality of a putting green? In the early 1960s, professional tour event superintendents cut putting green turf heights at about 1/4 inch. Today, the height of putting green turf for professional tournament competition is 1/8 inch or less.
12. How do trees affect the quality of a putting surface? All things being equal, a putting green with air circulating around it will be in better shape than a green with little or no air circulation. Trees tend to reduce circulation, thereby having a negative effect on putting green quality. Older, more mature trees adjacent to putting greens will negatively impact surface conditions because the tree roots will grow under the putting surface and disrupt the flow of water and nutrients. 13. What is a golf course superintendent doing when he/she syringes a green? Syringing is the process of spraying a light cover of water on a green during hot weather to reduce the temperature of the turf. This prevents putting surfaces from becoming “baked” and “dried-out,” and having a negative impact on putting surface quality. 14. What is topdressing? It is the practice of spreading material over a putting green to level and smooth the surface. The material is generally sand and/ or organic matter that improves drainage, controls thatch and maintains biological balance. 15. Since its emergence as a major spectator sport in the 1920s, the game of golf has provided lifelong recreational opportunities and enjoyment for millions. Beyond its sport and recreational value, golf is a major industry that generates jobs, commerce, economic development and tax revenues for communities throughout the country. The national golf economy was $76 billion at last count in 2005, and the total economic impact of golf in America in 2005 was $195 billion, including direct, indirect and induced impacts.
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IMPORTANT ELECTION DATES FOR PRIMARY ELECTION 2016 IMPORTANT DATE Monday•August 1, 2016
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ADDITIONAL INFO
Voter Registration Closes at 5 p.m. on this date to be eligible to vote in the Primary Election.
If someone registers after August 1, 2016 they will be eligible to vote in the General Election November 8, 2016
Wednesday•August 3, 2016
Early Voting Starts at City Hall in the City Clerk’s Office 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
All registered voters that reside within Maricopa County can vote at the City Hall polling location – 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ. 85374 (City Clerk’s Office).
Wednesday•August 3, 2016
Early Ballots will start to be mailed out by Maricopa County Elections Department on this date.
Only voters who are on the Permanent Early Voter List will receive a ballot through the mail automatically. The normal delivery time is 3-5 days.
Friday•August 26, 2016
Last day to vote an early ballot at City Hall. City Clerk’s Office is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. .
No Early Voting at City Hall on Monday, August 29, 2016 and Tuesday, August 30, 2016 – Early Voting on these 2 dates is no longer allowed with Consolidated Elections.
Tuesday•August 30, 2016
Primary Election Day. Voters will need to visit their designated polling location to vote on Election Day.
All polling locations will be open 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Election Day only and will have a ballot box for drop-off ballots.
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY POLLING LOCATIONS THE INFORMATION BELOW IS FOR PRIMARY ELECTION DAY ONLY – TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2016 If a voter did not vote an early ballot, or vote in person at City Hall by August 26, 2016, the only alternative is to vote on Election Day at their designated polling location only. All polls on Election Day will open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
Visit http://recorder.maricopa.gov/pollingplace/ to find your designated polling location. Those without computer access can call the City Clerk’s Office for assistance at 623.222.1200.
CHANGE TO POLLING LOCATION AT THE NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY ON BULLARD AND PARADISE LANE
This site will no longer be designated as a City of Surprise polling location. For voter convenience, this polling location has changed to Surprise City Hall – Community Room located behind the Council Chambers for Election Day ONLY! This change was made to accommodate more available parking, lessen voter confusion and will also serve as a ballot drop off location on Election Day.
If you need clarification or additional information, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 623.222.1200 or send an email to clerk@surpriseaz.gov.
Thank you, Sherry Ann Aguilar, City Clerk/MMC
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CITY OF SUPRISE UPDATE
BOND ISSUE, BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAX
On June 21, Surprise City Council approved a resolution ordering and calling a special election for November 8, Jim Biundo 2016, to submit to Vice Mayor voters one question Council Member, authorizing the District 2 issuance and sale of $63 million dollars of general obligation bonds. The action came after a series of public hearings and considerable discussion. The initiative first was deliberated in Spring, 2015, but was postponed due to several factors, including the Dysart School District override having been placed on last year’s ballot. Council reviewed the projects that had been recommended the previous year by the citizen Capital Improvement Funding Exploratory Committee. Subsequently, Council agreed to include nine projects in a bond package: n Fire Station 308. To be located on City-owned property at Litchfield and Cactus Road. Will serve the heart of the City’s industrial area. Cost: $6.3m. n Fire Station 304. To be located on City-owned property at 163rd and Happy Valley Road. Replaces current
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Police Property and Evidence Facility. To be located on Cityowned property at Litchfield, north of Bell Road. Cost: $2.9m.
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Public Works Operations Facility. To be located on Cityowned property at the South Water Reclamation Facility. Cost: $4.6m.
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Greenway Road. Build two travel lanes in each direction just west and east of 303. Add sidewalks, bike lanes, landscaping, lighting. Cost: $5.1m.
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Litchfield Road. Complete last remaining segment from Sweetwater to Desert Cove. Cost: $3.4m.
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Recreation Complex. Land for future Recreation Center/Fieldhouse, soccer and softball fields, volleyball and basketball courts, playgrounds, walking paths, landscaping. Cost: $19.1m.
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Aquatic Facility. To be located on City-owned property east of Bullard. Eight-lane, 50 meter pool with bleachers for up to 1,200 spectators. Large turf area for events. Cost: $10m.
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Land for Public Safety. Purchase land in southwest portion of City primarily for Public Safety parking to improve response times. Cost: $4m.
Of twelve cities in the region, Surprise is only one of two cities that has been without a secondary property tax, the other being Buckeye. The adoption of the bond initiative puts in motion the process for a General Election ballot question in November to approve General Obligation bonds. Following notification of the County Elections Department, the City will request arguments for and against the authorization and prepare a voter information pamphlet for distribution. The financial impact on a homeowner with a $200,000 assessed value home is determined to be $100 annually for an anticipated twenty years. Language of the bond will be one question: “Shall Surprise be authorized to incur debt of $63 million. 5 Public Safety Projects ($25.4 Million) 2 Recreation Projects ($29.1 Million) 2 Transportation Projects ($8.5 Million)” If the bond proposal is approved by voters, $63 million will be provided for design and construction of the projects. Ongoing operational costs will be incorporated into future budgets. The FY17 budget includes $6 million in contingency to begin work on the projects. To assure accountability, the bond package
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accounting budget will be segregated from other budgets. The Audit Committee, which consists of the Finance Director, Chief Information Officer, two Council Members, and three members of the community, will provide ongoing oversight. An audit will be conducted annually. Property Tax. At a Special City Council Meeting, consideration was given to increasing the primary property tax rate from the current $.7591 to $.8059 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation. After lengthy, spirited debate, a motion to increase the property tax rate failed. The three voting FOR AN INCREASE were Sharon Wolcott, Todd Tande, and Rachel Villanueva. The three voting AGAINST AN INCREASE were Jim Biundo, Skip Hall, and Roland Winters. A motion resulting in a tie vote fails. A subsequent motion to leave the primary property tax rate at its current rate of $.7591 carried. It is important to note that at no time did the hiring of Public Safety personnel (Police and Fire-Medical) hinge solely on increasing the property tax rate. Budget. Council approved a $271 million dollar Fiscal Year 2017 budget. It includes $53 million dollars for capital improvements to preserve and/ or replace aging infrastructure, funding for fifty new positions (including twenty-two additional Police and Fire-Medical personnel and eleven to take over the wastewater billing from American Water), an additional $1 million dollars in the Reserve Fund, merit pay increases for all employees, and 11.7% overall average increase in operational funds for all departments. All this was accomplished with no increase in sales tax, no implementation of a food tax, and no increase in the property tax rate.
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Sunburn Issues for Plants and Trees
This Article was provided by Mike Secrist from Gothic Grounds Management
August is not only the month of Monsoons; it is the month for heat. Citrus tree trunks need to be protected from the Sun or they may crack and stress the tree. There are 3 ways to protect the tree trunk. White paint can be applied and this is like using sun block. Allow the lower limbs to grow and shade the trunk is another way. If you do not like the appearance of lower growing limbs, there is a third way. The third method is to wrap the trunk with breathable white material that is available at most garden centers. This is like wearing a long sleeve shirt in the sun. Try to avoid trimming plant material in July or August because the new tender growth can be burned by the sun. Heavier trimming will also expose the previously shaded growth
underneath. This may cause browning of the foliage. Do not be mislead and think that increasing the amount of irrigation water will fix the sun burn appearance of the plant. Only the cooler temperatures and the new growth will correct the sad look of the plant or tree.
Tip for August Hopefully we receive some Monsoon rains to help wash away the salts that have accumulated around our plants. If enough rain is not received, you may need to run the irrigation system long enough to leach away the salts that have built up. This leaching along with slowly cooling temperature will help the plant material recover from the summer heat. 51
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October 20, 21, 22 at 7 PM n October 23 at 3PM “PLAZA SUITE” Written by Neil Simon – Directed by Eileen Brooks Hilarity abounds in this portrait of three couples successively occupying a suite at the Plaza. A suburban couple take the suite while their house is being painted and it turns out to be the one in which they honeymooned years before. This wry tale of marriage in tatters is followed by the exploits of a Hollywood producer who, after three marriages, is looking for fresh fields. He calls a childhood sweetheart for a little sexual diversion who is more than the match he bargained for. The last couple is a mother and father fighting about the best way to get their daughter out of the bathroom and down to the ballroom where guests await her, or as Mother yells, “I want you to get out of that bathroom and get married!” Sonoran Plaza ~ Cash Bar for evening performances. Doors open at 6:30 PM and 2:30 PM ~ Tickets $12.00
December 1, 2, 3 at 7PM n December 4 at 3PM “SEX PLEASE, WE’RE SIXTY” Written by Michael and Susan Parker – Directed by Gail Leibowitz Mrs. Stancliffe’s Rose Cottage Bed & Breakfast has been successful for many years. Her guests (nearly all women) return year after year. Her next door neighbor, the elderly, silver-tongued Bud “Bud the Stud” Davis believes they come to spend time with him in romantic liaisons. The prim and proper Mrs. Stancliffe steadfastly denies this, but really doesn’t do anything to prevent it. She reluctantly accepts the fact that “Bud the Stud” is, in fact, good for business. Her other neighbor and would-be suitor Henry Mitchell is a retired chemist who has developed a blue pill called “Venusia,” after Venus, the goddess of love, to increase the libido of menopausal women. The pill has not been tested. Sonoran Plaza ~ Cash Bar for evening performances. Doors open at 6:30 PM and 2:30 PM ~ Tickets $12.00
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18th ANNUAL VARIETY SHOW ~ “Ain’t Love Grand” Co-Directed by Jolene Nerdahl and Jim Haubrich Enjoy comedy, singing and the dancing Grandettes ‘n Guys for yet another memorable show with a theme of “love.” Always a fan favorite event.
March 16, 17, 18 at 7PM
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March 19 at 3PM
“THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB” Written by Jones Hope Wooten – Directed by Kate Heiser Five Southern women, whose friendships began many years ago on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend every August to recharge those relationships. Free from husbands, kids, and jobs, they meet at the same beach cottage on North Carolina’s Outer Banks to catch up, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives. The DIXIE SWIM CLUB focuses on four of those weekends and spans a period of 33 years.
Sonoran Plaza ~ Cash Bar for evening performances. Doors open at 6:30 PM and 2:30 PM ~ Tickets $12.00
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GRANDKIDS CORNER
Places to go and things to do with grandchildren (Created and shared by Harriet Feinberg)
AUGUST CALENDAR
Valley Events Venues have been confirmed. Please call venue before attending in case of last-minute changes.
Aug. 6
July 15 - Aug. 14
Now - Sept. 11
Pirates and Princesses will greet you, the pirate Jolly Roger will awe you with his magic & DJ Rockin” Rob will lead the music. Enjoy waterslides, the Splash Zone, fantasy craft stations, pirate games and Critter Chat where you can learn about some of the animals up close & personal. 5:30-8:30 pm. $8 general admission, $6 members. Phoenix Zoo, 455 Galvin Pkwy. (602) 286-3800.
Follows an unlikely hero and his wisecracking best friend, Donkey, on a journey of a lifetime to rescue a feisty, headstrong princess. Meeting a short tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and more than a dozen other fairy tale misfits, Shrek must learn to see the true hero with which to succeed. Based on the Oscar-winning hit film. Arizona Broadway Theater, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria. Dinner & show or just show prices based on day, time & seat location. (623)776-8400.
An out-of-the world adventure stressing art that celebrates Science Fiction with stories & the innovations predicted. Become a writer using your imagination & creativity. Features include Inventors’ Lab, Green Screen Room, Time Tunnel and Costume Creator. Included with $8 admission free under 1 year. i.d.e.a. Museum, 150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa. (480) 644-2468.
Aug. 28
The son of Jacques Cousteau offers a break-through look at the secret world within the ocean. IMAX Theater’s 5-story screen will introduce you to 30 species captured in slow motion & macro from the Bahamas, Fiji and Bimini. As you dive into this whole new world, you will be in awe of the beauty & diversity of the ocean. $9, $6 with admission of $18 adult, $13 child. Arizona Science Center, 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. (602) 716-2000.
Prowl and Play
Aug. 6
Home Depot’s Kids’ Club
Building a Rolling Skateboard Pencil Box. Children will learn do-it-yourself skills & tool safety while instilling a sense of accomplishment. They will also receive an orange apron & achievement pin. 9:00noon. Ages 5-12. Free. Bell and Grand, Surprise. (623) 544-1129 for reservations.
Aug. 14
Discount Tire Free Sundays
At Phoenix Art Museum with scavenger hunts, live performances, story time, free tours & more. Make art with a local artist. This month’s theme is LINES! 12-5 pm. 1625 N. Central Ave. (602) 257-1880.
Shrek, the Musical
Free Summer Sundays at the Heard Museum
Features kids’ activities, musical performances, artist demonstrations (TBA) in this world-known museum that focuses on Native American history and culture in Arizona. 11-5pm. 2301 N. Central Ave., (602) 252-8848.
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Now - Aug 31
Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Secret Ocean
Sun City Grand Attractions “Hooked on Fishing” Club
This club provides rods, reels, bobbers, and lures for use on Lake #9. Children under 12 can use live bait. Free. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Ron Turner, Certified State & Federal Government Instructor at 623-537-5864. Grand Lifestyles | August 2016 | grandinfo.com
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RESOURCE NUMBERS EMERGENCY..................................................................................... 9-1-1 Poison Control Center........................................................ 800.222.1222 Sheriff’s Office (Bell Rd. Substation)................................... 623.933.0153 Area Agency on Aging 24-Hour Helpline........................ 602.264.4357 ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
Maricopa County Animal Control.................................... 602.506.7387 4 Paws Animal Rescue........................................................ 623.876.8778 Surprise Animal Care/Control................................. 623.222.4000 opt. 3
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Adopt-A-Street................................................................... 623-222-6000 Building Code Violation Reports.........................................623.222.3013 Citizens Patrol....................................................................... 623.222.4277 City Clerk.............................................................................. 623.222.1200 City Council......................................................................... 623.222.1300 City Hall................................................................................ 623.222.1000 Community & Recreation Services................................... 623.222.2000 Crisis Response.................................................................... 623.222.5040 Dead Animal Pickup (On Public Streets) ............................623.222.600 Dial-A-Ride (Surprise).......................................................... 623.222.1622 Dial-A-Ride (Valley Metro).................................................. 602.253.5000 Disability Information........................................................... 623.222.2257 Noise/Nuisance Complaints................................... 623.222.4000 opt. 3 Non-emergency Fire.......................................................... 623.222.5000 Non-emergency Police..................................................... 623.222.4000 Northwest Regional Library................................................ 602.652.3000 Post Office (14955 W. Bell Rd)............................................. 623.544.4672 Senior Services/Center....................................................... 623.222.1500 Voter Registration................................................................ 623.222.1200 We Care Program............................................................... 623.222.4277
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Birth/Death Certificates...................................................... Hazardous Waste Disposal................................................. Health Department, Maricopa County............................ Motor Vehicle Department (MVD).................................... Registrar of Contractors..................................................... Social Security Administration............................................ PORA – SCW Consumer Services......................................
602.506.6800 602.771.4673 602.506.6900 602.255.0072 602.542.1525 800.772.1213 623.214.1646
HOSPITALS
Banner Del E. Webb, ........................................................... 623.524.4000 14502 W. Meeker Blvd. Banner Walter O. Boswell.................................................... 623.832.4000 10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd. NEWSPAPERS
Arizona Republic................................................................. 602.444.8000 Daily News Sun/ Surprise Today......................................... 623.977.8351 Surprise Independent......................................................... 623.972.6101 UTILITIES
American Water.................................................................. Arizona Public Service (APS).............................................. Cox Communications......................................................... Century Link......................................................................... Epcor Water......................................................................... Quest (Telephone).............................................................. Southwest Gas Co...............................................................
888.300.3569 602.371.7171 623.594.1000 602.266.1700 800.383.0834 800.244.1111 602.860.6020
Pulte Warranty Service..................................................
800.664.3094
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COMMUNITY NUMBERS BOARD COMMITTEES
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT
Architectural Review Committee: Chair: John Such.................................. 623.975.1377 grandsuch@gmail.com Vice Chair: Julie Scott......................... 623.546.8128
General Manager Kenneth Olson..................................... 623.546.7468 kenneth.olson@scgcam.com Executive Administrative Assistant Karen Peterson.................................... 623.546.7468 karen.peterson@scgcam.com Administrative Assistant Monica Rodriguez............................... 623.546.7473 monica.rodriguez@scgcam.com Custodial Supervisor Ken Crossno..........................................623-546-7460 ken.crossno@scgcam.com Director of Golf Operations Jeff Hochman...................................... 623.546.7402 jeff.hochman@scgcam.com Finance Manager David Reber......................................... 623.546.7453 david.reber@scgcam.com Fitness Manager Allison Adams...................................... 623.546.7463 allison.adams@scgcam.com Lifestyles Manager Lorena Nieto........................................ 623.546.7455 lorena.nieto@scgcam.com Maintenance Operations Manager Scott Phillips scott.phillips@scgcam.com Norma Gaitan..................................... 623.546.7551 Membership Manager Meda Cates......................................... 623.546.7435 meda.cates@scgcam.com Standards Manager.............................623.546.7444 Technology Coordinator Mark Jibilian......................................... 623.546.7503 mark.jibilian@scgcam.com Purchasing Specialist Laurie Segler........................................ 623.546.7561 laurie.segler@scgcam.com
Activities Office.................................. 623.546.7449 Sonoran Plaza, 19753 N. Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grand Learning................................... 623.546.7470 Chaparral Center, 19781 N. Remington Dr. Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grand Lifestyles Magazine............... 623.546.7449 communications@scgcam.com GrandTV/Website Assistance Adam Nunez.................................... 623.546.7563 Adam.Nunez@scgcam.com
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Board: John Such CARE Advisory Committee: Chair: John Carmen............................ 623.466.0206 Joh1012@cox.net
Vice Chair: Joan Bean........................ 623.215.7037 jandthebeanstalk@cox.net
Board: Martha Bails.............................. 623.332.1542 grandbails@cox.net
Code of Conduct Committee: ** Chair: Barbara Grossbard................... 623.975.4422 bgrossbard@aol.com
Vice Chair: John Bean......................... 623.215.7037 johnfredbean@gmail.com
**Actual Code of Conduct is available at www.grandinfo.com, and in all buildings Covenants Committee: Chair: Joan Mattick............................. 623.975.1150 grammattickal@q.com
Vice Chair: Dick Walsh......................... 623.494.6820 Rkw3128@cox.net
Election Committee: Chair: Bob Aiken................................... 623.214.6716 grandaiken@cox.net Vice Chair: Joan Mattick.................... 623.975.1150 grammattickal@q.com
Board: Bob Aiken Finance Advisory Committee: Chair: Marty Dourney.......................... 623.266.7815 mwdourney@gmail.com
Vice Chair: Bob Skillman...................... 623.215.2179 bobskillman@cox.net
Board: Gary Jann.................................623-214-3690
ON-SITE EMERGENCIES
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Golf Advisory Committee: Chair: Cory Tennant............................. 623.544.3608 Cstennant1@msn.com
Vice Chair: Mike Domino.................... 623.374.2550 mikdendom@yahoo.com
Board: David Jordan...........................623-975-9968 grandjordandavid@gmail.com
Lifestyles Advisory Committee: Chair: Larry Marden............................. 623.748.9276 grandmarden@cox.net
Vice Chair: David Bone....................... 623.544.8418 davidfbone@gmail.com
Board: Larry Marden ADDITIONAL CAM INFORMATION
Membership Office............................ 623.546.7444 Palm Center, 19726 N. Remington Drive Welcome Center .............................. 623.546.7501 Lost & Found..................................... 623.546.7501 Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Standards: Compliance Office.......................... 623.546.7450 ARC Applications............................. 623.546.7474 Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. CHAPS Office ..................................... 623.546.7553
Association Patrol.............................. 623.764.0809 Hours: Monday – Friday 5 p.m. – 5 a.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 a.m. Maintenance Emergencies.............. 623.546.7551 Bus. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Report Landscape/Golf Course Maintenance/ Water Leaks/Repairs Website: Homeowner Info>Work Orders Maintenance@scgcam.com Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Miguel Aguilar...................................... 480.797.0677 Rick Pena............................................. 602.721.8492 GOLF
Cimarron Golf Course.......................... 623.975.5654 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Cassidy Potter – Golf Pro..................... 623.975.5657 Cassidy.potter@scgcam.com Desert Springs Golf Course................. 623.546.7401 19900 North Remington Drive Kirk Hanaway – Golf Pro...................... 623.546.7408 Kirk.hanaway@scgcam.com Granite Falls N & S................................ 623.546.7580 15949 West Clearview Boulevard Kevin Reagan – Golf Pro...................... 623.546.7582 kevin.reagan@scgcam.com
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FITNESS CENTERS
Adobe Fitness Center........................ 623.546.7456 19775 North Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Children’s Hours Leisure Pool 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Children’s Hours Indoor Pool 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Cimarron Fitness Center................... 623.975.5630 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. No children under 16 permitted at this pool
Cimarron Day Spa............................. 623.975.5646 RESTAURANTS/CATERING
Angela’s Kitchen.................................. 623.399.6514 Coco’s Restaurant............................... 623.214.7776 The Grand Café................................... 623.546.7512 Approved Caterers: Amuse Bouche..................................... 623.322.8881 Atlasta Catering................................... 602.242.8185 Babbo’s Italian Eatery......................... 623.825.1919 Birt’s Bistro Catering............................. 623.584.4999 Classic Catering................................... 623.933.4903 Dillon’s Catering................................... 623.208.8677 Forum Café........................................... 480.556.0442 NYPD Pizza............................................ 623.544.6915 Sharko’s................................................. 602.242.2662 Shaw’s Catering................................... 623.937.8510 CLUB ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS
Art Club................................................. 623.546.7484 19745 North Remington Drive Billiards Club.......................................... 623.546.7482 19781 North Remington Drive Ceramics Club...................................... 623.214.9067 19751 North Remington Drive Computer Club.................................... 623.546.7508 19781 North Remington Drive Glass Arts Club...................................... 623.214.6723 19751 North Remington Drive Language Club.................................... 623.546.7488 19739 North Remington Drive Poker Club............................................ 623.546.7486 19749 North Remington Drive Photo Club............................................ 623.546.7483 19735 North Remington Drive Softball Club........................................ 623.544.9181 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard Stitchers Club........................................ 623.546.7566 19726 North Remington Drive Woodcrafters........................................ 623.214.3813 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard
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CLASSIFIED ADS RENTAL AVAILABLE
Granite Falls North Golf Course, Water View Rental House. Beautifully Furnished 2Bdrm, 2Bath, 2000 SF Cholla. No Smokers, No Pets, 3CG. 425-239-5595 Fully Furnished SCG Rental on 8th hole Granite Falls Golf Course. Over 2000 SF, Freshly Painted & Decorated, Large back deck w/BBQ & patio furn. Comes w/golf cart. Mark 425-351-3572 Furnished 2BR/2BA; June-Nov, NS/NP, gary@oakrealtymn.com or 320-309-1739 For Rent: Sundance Model, Walking Distance to the Adobe Center, 2 Bdrm/2 Bath, Nicely Furnished. Dbl Garage, Long or Short Term. Call John at: 815-592-9741 or 623-363-1300 2BD/2BA/Den, full furnished, NS/NP, close to rec center, May thru January 602697-1303, wright0514@gmail.com SCG Rental, 4 mo min Jan-April avail. See pics prices @ vrbo.com # 475586. Call 623-594-2118 Leave msg, but see web 1st. Super Location Near Rec Center; 2BR/2BA, Fully Furnished, Non-Smoker, No Pets. Ksecan@sbcglobal.net Golf Cart for Rent All Year Round. Call 623-670-6087 Beautiful Furnished Borgata w/ Golf Cart, Gas Firepit, Waterfall, BBQ, WiFi, 2BD/2BA/Den NS/NP. Avail Aug thru Dec 2016 and Jan or April thru Dec 2017. RenaeAZ1@cox.net Fully Furnished Cactus Flower 2 bd, 2 ba, office, lovely patio NP/NS. Available now thru Dec 31, 2016. Contact us 209-6090274 or schutt.davebarb@gmail.com Valencia 2000 sq ft avail Nov-Apr min 4 months 623-221-5221, Wayne
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Summer Rental? $800-$1000. Three fully furn'd SCG homes, 1 on GC N/S N/P. No winter. Electric Fee. Call for details and pics. 720-940-8522. Fully furnished SCG rental avail; N/S, N/P, close to rec center, prefer yearly rental, 509-899-5050 richardomans@ me.com Summer Rental! $800-$1000. 4 fully furn'd. Comes w/golf cart. SCG homes;NS; call for details and pics. 509899-5050 or richardomans@me.com Oct 16 - Dec 16 Villa NS/NP, close to Adobe. Pics avail. Contact 503-245-4285 RENTAL WANTED
Iowa couple wants furnished home to rent or exchange month of Feb or March 2017. Exchange for our beach penthouse in Puerto Vallarta. See www.VallartaPenthouse.com; Call 515-770-5173 or vrbo. com/300454 Wanting to rent SCG House on golf course Jan, Feb, March 2017. Long time renter in SCG. Contact 309-274-4709.
For Sale by owner, lovely 2001 Madera. 1645 sq ft., updated kitchen white cabs, bay in nook. Granite, new paint inside & out. Updated tile & carpet. 2 offices 2 bdrm, lg master/bay. Lg closet, oversize garage w/ W&D secty 15126 W. Camino Estrella Dr. $240,000 firm. No realtor FN&R avail. Call 360-254-1166 or effingerkr@gmail.com.
Weeds Friendly Reminder from Standards We all want to maintain the beauty and cleanliness of our homes in Sun City Grand. We also recognize that there are many things that impede us in this common desire.The intrusion of nature in the form of weeds is certainly on top of our list.Weeds do nothing but detract from the effect we sought to achieve when we landscaped our property. Please help us to help you and your fellow owners by ensuring that your property stays free of these unsightly intruders.
homeS for sale
LaSolana - Miranda, #3204, 923sf $139,900, 1BD+Den, 1 1/2 B, Eat-In Kitchen - Wash/Dryer, Tile Thru-Out, Secur Door & Pool View, New Lights & Sink Fixtures. Appliances in Excel Cond, Call/Text 630-220-9098 For Sale - Willow, approx 1200 sq ft., fully furnished 2bd/2ba http://toursvirtuance.com or contact 623-556-4008. SCG fully furnished Sage, 52bd 2bam great area near Rec Center/Restaurants, private backyard, NS/NP, available Oct thru Feb, 2 mo. Minimum. Contact 406-754-2703.
Community Life Safety Education Division 14250 W. Statler Plaza , Ste. 101, Surprise, AZ 85374 P: 623.222.5400 F: 623.222.5002 City of Surprise www.surpriseaz.gov, 623.222.1000 Non-emergency police, 623.222.4000 Non-emergency Fire, 623.222.5000 Mayor’s and Council’s Office, 623.222.1300
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