August 2023 Grand Lifestyles

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Board Goals

CONTENTS

GRAND VISION STATEMENT

Grand is the premier active, age−restricted community in Arizona.

GRAND MISSION STATEMENT

Grand provides residents with a high value community, with resort style amenities, in which every person can choose to participate and live well, based on their needs and desires. This high standard will maximize our investments and promote our well being in an active close knit community.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job opportunities are posted on the website at www.livegrandaz.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.

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GRAND VALUE STATEMENTS

In support of our Mission Statement, we hold to these values: We foster relationships built on respect, trust, and effective communications.

We listen to understand.

We are open minded, collaborative, and always look for ways to improve our community.

We believe in life long learning and a desire for active well being. We are a forward looking, fiscally sound community. We encourage an environment of empowerment and personal responsibility.

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.livegrandaz.com/Communications/Grand-Lifestylesmagazine, scroll down to Grand Lifestyles Advertising. The deadline for commercial 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 623-546-7452.

The Grand has Gone Electronic

SCG JUNE 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS

The detailed financial results are presented in the monthly financial report: livegrandaz.com>document center>association information & documents>financial information>financial reports.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING

JUNE 8, 2023

BOARD OF DIRECTORS' MEETING SUMMARY OF RESOLUTIONS

The Board of Directors approved the Consent Calendar items as submitted:

1. April 27, 2023, Board Workshop minutes.

2. April 27, 2023, Special Board Meeting minutes and resolutions.

3. May 11, 2023, Board Meeting minutes and resolutions.

4. Acceptance of the 2022 Audit including the Governance Communication to the Board of Directors, Financial Statements, and Management Representation Letter as submitted. Pulled from Agenda

5. Appointments to the new Technology Advisory Committee-TAC (former Ad Hoc Committee): Steven Loos, David Wrona, Bruce Reinke, Bill Pond and Ruth Brinkman.

6. Appointments to the FAC SubCommittees in addition to the FAC Members. Reserves: Jane Barry & Bob Towe. Investments: John Pierson and Heidi Pyle. Audit: Consists of all FAC Members.

7. Appointments to the Deaf Access Committee: Gerry Francini and Dinaz Adenwalla – replacing Roz Rosen and Raymond Kilthau.

8. Appointments of Kathleen Kostelecky as Neighborhood Representative and Sherry French (Alternate) for the Patagonia neighborhood.

9. Appointment of Dale Johnson as the Neighborhood Representative for the Havasu neighborhood.

10. Appointment of Liberty Scaramella to the ARC SubCommittee.

11. Resignation of AnneMette Lavery from the Code of Conduct Committee.

12. Resignation of Barry Curseaden from the Village Center Design Committee.

• The Board of Directors approved the purchase of a portable basketball hoop and the acceptance of the rules as submitted, during a trial period to determine community interest.

• The Board of Directors approved the revisions to the Board Ad Hoc Compensation Committee.

• The Board of Directors approved the proposed ARC amendments to the RDG’s to change the language and / or scope to permitted locations of wall hangings and motion sensing lights.

• The Board of Directors approved Purchase Request 23-6506-8320RF – Replacement of Fitness Equipment for both Adobe and Cimarron in the amount not to exceed $676,021.

• The Board of Directors approved Purchase Request 23-8861-RFCimarron Maintenance – Replace (1) Turf Vac in the amount not to exceed $33,488.

• The Board of Directors approved the Desert Springs Complex Project Brief as submitted and approved the Desert Springs Complex start the Pre-Design Phase outlined in the Large Project Development Process. Entertainment Complex Brief as submitted.

VICE PRESIDENT Carol White Carol4grand@gmail.com

TREASURER Bob Aiken Aiken4grand@gmail.com

PRESIDENT René Mitchell Rene4grand@gmail.com

SECRETARY Jeff Gibbs Jeffgibbs.grand@gmail.com

BOARD MEMBER Tony Spata Tony4grand@gmail.com

BOARD MEMBER Doug Brady Doug4grand@gmail.com

BOARD MEMBER Alan Meyer Grandameyer@aol.com

World Handicap System & Course Ratings

In 2020 the governing bodies of golf implemented the World Handicap System which consolidated the six existing handicap systems into one. The old system calculated your handicap index based on your 10 best scores from your most recent 20 rounds. The WHS system calculates your index based on your 8 best scores from your most recent 20 rounds and eliminates the 96% multiplier. By adopting the WHS golfers are now able to utilize a global handicap system with course ratings around the world.

Along with the calculation changes & global implementation there were a few other rules of handicapping introduced at that time. Please keep these key items in mind when posting your scores to the WHS system.

☛ Net double bogey is the maximum score you can post on a hole. (Par + 2 + any handicap strokes you receive)

☛ Your handicap index will update the day after you post a score.

☛ The WHS accounts for abnormal playing conditions, limits extreme upward movement of a handicap index, & reduces a handicap index when an exception score is posted.

☛ Maximum handicap index is 54.

Brandon Dougherty, PGA Director of Golf

☛ Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope Rating ÷ 113) + (Course Rating – Par)

☛ Playing Handicap = Course Handicap x handicap allowance

With the changes to the handicap system the governing bodies also implemented a global Course Rating system to allow for uniformity around the world. With that we wanted to touch on what goes into a golf courses rating & stroke index allocation.

☛ The local Allied Golf Association, in our case the Arizona Golf Association, determines the Course Rating of a course by effective playing length and obstacle data gathering. This provides a simple, objective method without having to collect scorecards from a wide range of players, which can be challenging and produce inconsistent results.

☛ The Course Ratings data is used to generate raw rankings of the difficulty of each hole relative to par. To help spread out the strokes over 18 holes the more difficult 9-holes (front or back) is assigned the odd numbers and the easier 9-holes (front or back) is assigned the even numbers.

☛ After the raw rankings the handicap committee will make minor adjustments to the stroke index allocation for more equitable play in match play as well as stroke play formats. It is a best practice to avoid consecutive low strokes and low strokes at the beginning or end of each nine.

For more information on the WHS and Course Rating systems please visit usga.org/whs.

Thank you, Brandon

Dougherty

Lorena Nieto Activities Director

For all things

Grand, visit us online or in the Activities Office, contact us at 623-546-7449.

Sunny Side of Life in Grand

Hello Grand Residents,

These summer months have been nothing short of hot! We are no strangers to the summertime in Arizona. Luckily, we have a wide variety of indoor summer activities where you can keep cool and just enjoy. With the excessive heat, DJ by the Pool events were postponed during July. We are hoping August will allow for the continuation of this event. Please look for updates and notices in your News of the Day. Everyone’s safety is of the utmost importance, and we appreciate your understanding.

Grand Movie Series

Happy Hour

Happy Hours at the Palm Center have been well received – thank you for your support of this event!

AUGUSTS’ DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Thursday, August 3 Tuesday, August 22

Tuesday, August 8 Thursday, August 31

Thursday, August 17

Join us from 3-5pm, a cash bar will be available. Look for more details in forthcoming email blasts with food specials for purchase and September’s dates.

Grand Trivia

Stay happy, stay healthy and stay safe.

Join us on Friday, August 18th at 1pm in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom, for our Grand Movie Series…this August’s movie will feature Elvis in Blue Hawaii. Look for upcoming eblasts with details for future Grand Movie Series!

Summer Concerts

It’s not a challenge until you’ve taken the Grand Trivia Challenge… Looking for an evening of fun with friends? Why not try a game of Grand Trivia? Have you gotten your tickets? Scheduled Grand Trivia dates are: August 14th and September 11th We hope to see you there!

Friday Night Live

Thank you for your support of your Activities Department.

Don’t miss out on our Summer Concerts in Grand…August 22nd, Breakdown—a Tom Petty Tribute is sure to be a great night! If you have not gotten your tickets just yet… please stop in the office or go online to livegrandaz.com and get yours today!

DJ Bingo

DJ Bingo is a Grand favorite, stop by to enjoy the music all while playing the game. Starts promptly at 5:30pm in the Chaparral Center. This is a free event and seats fill up quickly.

There is a lot going on in Grand on Friday Nights! Friday Night Live, in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom begins at 5pm. Join us every Friday during the Summer months for a different live act each week. A cash bar is available and there is plenty of room for dancing!

Grand Series and Events

We are very excited to roll out some of our upcoming Grand favorites! See pages 54 and 57 for a sneak peek at our 2024 Grand Series and a Save the Date of Grand events.

From monthly Trivia Challenges to weekly Karaoke and Game Nights, even weekly live music, we hope you will come out and enjoy all that Grand has to offer.

The Grand has gone electronic! An easier way to pay!

Here is how to access the assessments online:

✓Login to your profile (livegrandaz.com).

Your annual assessment statement is sent electronically to your selected email approx. 30 days prior to being due.

Your annual assessment statement is also available online at www.livegrandaz.com approx. 30 days prior to being due, please check the website to see if you have anything due.

From the HOA Assessment quick link you can also access previous statements under the statement tab.

No need to print and enclose the top half of the statement, simply write your member number on your check.

✓ Click resident login > enter your member # for username (7 digits) > enter your last name in lower case for initial password > follow prompts.

✓ From your profile page, click on the HOA Assessment quick link button in middle of page and scroll down, under POA you will see if you have anything due

You may also make a one-time payment while in the HOA Assessment quick link under POA:

✓ Select payment option, either check or credit card

✓ Enter your information

✓ Press save

✓ Click the “Make Payment” button and follow prompts

✓ If you proceed with your payment there is a 3% convenience fee for credit card, if you do an e-check there is no convenience fee.

Other payment options:

✓ Mail your check or drop off your check in the Drop Box located just outside the Membership doors 24/7, be sure to put your member number on your check!

✓ Auto withdrawal: Sign up for auto withdrawal from your checking account. The direct payment form is available on the HOA Assessment quick link on the website, or you can pick it up at the Membership Office.

Allison Adams Fitness Director

This month’s article was borrowed from the website bluezones.com. The Grand is often seeking volunteers for opportunities to be of service right in your own community.

Contact Denise Alessi, Volunteer Program Manager, about these opportunities at denise.alessi@ livegrandaz.com.

Why Volunteering is One of the Most Powerful Things You Can Do for Your Health

By Naomi Imatome-Yun, Blue Zones Editor-in-Chief, and Elisabeth Almekinder, Registered Nurse and Health Journalist

One of the first pieces of advice that Dan Buettner, the founder of Blue Zones, always gives as a way to improve your life, health, and happiness is to sign up to volunteer in your community. It’s a longterm investment in your health and in your city if you sign up to do it regularly, and you’ll meet like-minded people along the way. In Blue Zones Project communities, we use this principle to improve individual and community well-being by highlighting local volunteer opportunities and creating opportunities for groups to volunteer together (coworkers, congregation members, students, neighbors). It turns out that helping others benefits our health, just as it benefits those we serve through volunteering. Meeting like-minded people, and creating a new circle of social networks improves our lives and the community as a whole.

Though Erick Zoot Payne, a resident of Charlotte, NC, had made new friends through volunteering at breast cancer awareness events and participating in “ALL IN,” an annual poker tournament to benefit cancer research and care in the Charlotte area, he had never given back to his Alma Mater, St. Andrews University in Laurinburg, NC.

His college experience was uniquely exciting, but he left school with an attitude of, “don’t look back.” When Payne saw the extensive damage caused to the campus by Hurricane Florence in September 2019, a feeling of loss, devastation, and nostalgia came over him. Deeply affected by the photographs he saw online, over the few months following the hurricane, Payne visited St. Andrews twice, wondering what he could do to help. “Another alumnus reached out to a group of us. Music festival swirled around in the conversation, and I knew how I was going to give back to my school. Volunteering to help gave me all this energy I had stored up for a purpose,” said Payne. “I was determined to make this thing happen to show my support for the school, my friends and classmates and all those 18, 19, & 20 somethings who were eating their meals out of food trucks in the gymnasium.”

Through the SAUL Fest experience and working with the other alumni volunteers, Payne saw a love, commitment, and enthusiasm that was contagious. It showed that one person who is passionate about something can make a difference and restore a person’s faith in humanity, but a team of people can regain confidence in the community. That’s a real soul-satisfying experience. Payne now feels a kinship with his new group of volunteer alumni friends that he says affected his soul in an incredibly positive way. “I was an honor to be a part of SAUL FEST! I was excited, focused, determined, thankful, and appreciative of how hard everyone worked to get it done,” Payne continued. “After it was over, I was exhausted with the biggest smile on my face. It is therapeutic to say how I felt about the whole experience. It came and went, and I had not given much thought to what we did. We raised over $8,000 for hurricane relief for a struggling campus.

Volunteering: Improves Health, Lowers Stress, Boosts Self-Confidence

Volunteering helps because you can see right away the effects of your contribution and commitment. Research has documented the positive feelings that surface during a “helper’s high.” Individuals develop increased trust and social interactions. Participating as a volunteer with others in a group cause boosts self-confidence and decreases the risk of depression, especially in the elderly population. Lowered levels of stress hormones have been documented in those who volunteer, versus those who don’t. Social benefits include a new network of friends with shared interests and a sense of purpose. At the same time, volunteers learn new skills.

Volunteering has shown to improve mental and physical health in one study of adults over 60. In another study, volunteers reported better physical health and life satisfaction. They perceived

volunteering as a catalyst to positive changes in their health.

A longitudinal study of aging found those who volunteer their time to have longer life spans. Participants also experienced a decrease in pain from chronic illness.

If you volunteer, you often get more out of it than you give. It can be an enjoyable experience, such as the music festival Payne helped to organize. Besides combating loneliness and bringing joy to your life, volunteering regularly also improves physical well-

being. A study published in the journal Psychology and Aging showed volunteers had lower hypertension risk and higher levels of psychological well-being than non-volunteers.

Another study published in BMC Public Health concluded that volunteering should be promoted at the public health level through education and policies to improve the health of community members and the community at large. It should primarily be supported in the elderly population, minority groups, those with a lower educational level, single folks, or those who are unemployed.

It you want to do something right now, Gretchen Rubin’s advice to us for the “laziest, most excellent good deed” to give you a happiness boost and potentially save a life is to sign up to be an organ donor on your license or in the national or state registry.

By Naomi Imatome-Yun, Blue Zones Editorin-Chief and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and Elisabeth Almekinder, RN, BA, CDE, Health Journalist, Registered Nurse, and Diabetes Educator for the Manos Unidas North Carolina Farmworker Health Program

NEEDS YOU

We Want and Need You For C.H.A.P.S. Volunteer Service

We are looking for SCG men and women volunteers to help with Vacation Watch and Evening Patrol. We will supply vehicles and training. Call the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us! You may also find more information about C.H.A.P.S. (including an application form to join) at livegrandaz.com – Volunteer Central – C.H.A.P.S. Resident Patrol

Learning The Grand Community

Article submitted by: Dennis Hanscom

C.H.A.P.S. member

Shortly after my move to The Grand almost ten years ago, I ventured out for short drives around Grand to learn a bit more about my new community. On my short drives I made this discovery about the naming of some of the roads.

I learned that Clearview became Mountain View; Limestone became Estrella Vista which became Monteverde; Saddle Ridge became Sandia Park; to the west of Sunrise the road was named Goldwater Canyon and to the east of Sunrise the road was named Goldwater Ridge; and Calistoga Dr. became Desert Light Dr. which became Parra Dr. which became Alameda Dr. Whew!

Initially I was content with knowing the locations of Cimarron and Adobe. And, of course, all the restaurant locations on the Autobahn also known as Bell Road!

I also learned the posted speed limits on both Goldwater’s, Sunrise, Mountain View, Clearview, and Palm View is 35 mph while all other residential streets are 25 mph. I also learned the Grand is under the watchful eye of the Surprise Police Department for violators. So, be aware!

One evening about a month after my move, I had a man at my door telling me I had left my garage door open. He identified himself as being from C.H.A.P.S. and gave me a brief synopsis of what C.H.A.P.S. was about and invited me to come to one of their meetings.

It was during my attendance at that meeting that I decided joining C.H.A.P.S.

would be a terrific way to learn about my new community and make a few new acquaintances. After all, they were only asking that I serve two 2-hour shifts per month. (And I could choose which days I was available to serve.)

C.H.A.P.S. holds its monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Sonoran Plaza. Our next meeting will be August 22.

C.H.A.P.S. is a volunteer organization made up of approximately 140 residents. C.H.A.P.S. two main functions are Evening Patrol and Vacation Watch. Very briefly we check for open garage doors and streetlights that are out when out on Evening Patrol, and we monitor vacated homes whereas we do walk arounds to check for unlocked doors, and unlocked windows. We conduct Vacation Watch duties in the morning hours. We always go out in teams of two and drive the vehicles

provided by CAM. Those two processes are explained more in depth in previous and future publications of the Grand Lifestyles.

Just a quick side note, if you will be away from your home for an extended period, please be sure your keyholder is checking your mail.

Do you know how many times W. Encantada Dr. changes names? Join C.H.A.P.S. and you will know in no time. WE NEED YOU! Like any volunteer organization we are always looking for new people to step in and help us keep this much needed service running smoothly. Being a member is an excellent way to learn about this community. And a great way to meet new people and develop friendships along the way. Call the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us! We will put you on our list and someone will contact you to provide info as to when training sessions will be provided.

Changing of The Grand Guard

By Delarita Ford Communications Coordinator

The Grand experienced a changing of the guard as a new general manager with a familiar face assumed responsibilities for the burgeoning 45 and up active-adult community.

General Manager Rod Rankin relinquished his full-time duties to “rediscover” his retirement while entrusting the lead administrative role to the assistant manager, Jeff Hochman, on Friday, July 7.

“I leave knowing you are in good hands. Jeff Hochman is a good and genuine human. He cares about you and this association. Trust him, allow him to lead, work together. I have great expectations for Jeff and all of you. I know I will not be disappointed,” stated Rankin in his farewell. Hochman, like Rankin, is familiar with the retirement community. While Rankin recalled the Board of Directors asking him to “watch over the association” during a search for a new general manager about 20 months ago, Hochman recounted when he started with the community nearly 20 years ago.

“It was going to be a temporary job for [a] maximum [of] three months. I figured I could save up my pennies and buy a new golf car. A winwin for everyone,” said Rankin, a resident of The Grand, who resigned from his volunteer role on the Board before coming out of retirement and accepting the management job for over a year. Although Rankin wanted to resume his retirement after The Falls Restaurant opened at the beginning of the year, the fire extinguished his plan. He remains on staff temporarily in a part-time position as the single point-of-contact for The Falls Restaurant fire restoration and to maintain community continuity.

“The Board has asked me to get the restaurant built back and ready … I thank them for that because it will allow me to ease back into retirement,” added Rankin. Meanwhile, Hochman is no stranger to The Grand’s history/culture and residents as his first-hand knowledge about operations began almost 20 years ago working for the community in Surprise. He started working for a Sun City/Del Webb property at 19.

Before & After Photographic Design

Jeff Hochman

By Rachel Mangan Media Coordinator

“I love working with people and forming friendships with the residents. A community like The Grand fosters just that,” Hochman said. “The Grand is one of the greatest active adult communities in the country and that is where I have always wanted to be. All my training and education has prepared me for this role. I wouldn’t even want to think of doing it anywhere else.”

Hochman was named assistant general manager in 2022. Hired as The Grand’s golf director in 2004, he oversaw four courses, the snack bars, and The Grand Café. Previously, he worked with 36 holes at Sun City Palm Desert, a gated community in Riverside County, California.

“Operating golf courses, your product is out there for everyone to see [and] I tackle all my tasks with that thought process in mind. Everyone is going to see what you are doing, so be professional and put out the best product you can,” said Hochman, who attracted major golf projects to the community and grew the golf program, which makes up nearly one-third of Grand’s annual revenues/expenses.

The golf guru is among a handful of people nationwide who are both Class A members of the Professional Golfers’ Association of America and the Golf Course Superintendent Association of America. During his two-decade tenure, he has received certifications in HOA management, including his Manager of Community Associations and an Association Management Specialist.

He has seen “many great changes” to the community, including the recent rebranding, upgrading some buildings/amenities, implementing water savings and turf removal programs, new activities/events, updates to technology, the dog park, state-of-the-art lawn bowling facility, and more.

A resident of Peoria, Hochman and his wife, Mindy, have a daughter, Baylee, and a son, Ryder. When he is not working or spending time with family, he enjoys being on the golf course or riding his motorcycle.

“ I have had the opportunity to work under many general managers. Throughout my career, I have always learned from what they did right or what they did wrong. I have taken the best qualities from each of them and incorporated into my own management style.

Jeff Hochman

AUGUST 14 • MON. • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

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$3/pp | 6pm Trivia Starts

5:30pm Doors Open | Sagebrush Ballroom

AUGUST 22 • TUES. • GRAND EVENT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: BREAK DOWN

Take a trip into the vast world of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with one of the finest tribute shows on the planet. Breakdown, the ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, is as near a real experience as can be delivered by anyone other than the actual band. Scott Blackwell clearly replicates the voice of Tom Petty and combined with the look and style, you’ll think you’re watching Tom himself.

Breakdown is comprised of five professional musicians who have created and refined the look and sounds of a Tom Petty concert. Breakdown has performed in hundreds of venues over the years to include casino shows, concert halls, festivals and private events. Some of the highlights of their resume include the PF Chang’s Rock and Roll Marathon, the Tempe New Years Eve Block party, opening for Lou Graham of Foreigner, and playing the 2007 Westgate Super Bowl party for over 9,000 concert-goers

$25/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm\Cash Bar available | Performance 7pm

Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

SEPTEMBER 11 • MON. • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

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$3/pp | 6pm Trivia Starts

5:30pm Doors Open | Sagebrush Ballroom

SEPTEMBER 15 & 16 • SAT. & SUN. MUSIC CLUB LIVE AT CIMARRON

Two nights a week, once a month, our local GRAND Music Club bands will play during the evenings for your pleasure in the Cimarron Club!

Many of the most talented performers in the GRAND will be featured! Bring your own dry snacks and enjoy a fun, casual evening as you listen to new and old songs by new and old performers with favorites you can sing along with.

On Friday, September 15, and Saturday, September 16, 2023, the first of this series begins with two of our homegrown bands: The Salty Dawgs and The CBD Project . This is a double billing with two for the price of ONE! A splendid time is guaranteed for all.

While The Salty Dawgs continue to rely on music from the folk era, they have been expanding their repertoire to include a variety of western, country, and humorous songs. The addition of an accomplished fiddle player and keyboard musician has allowed them to include instrumentals and other well-known standards. They still love to encourage audience participation in a sing-along format.

The CBD Project takes its name from the three founding members Craig, Bob, and Dave. Not exactly what you might have been thinking, although they are both therapeutic. Some of the styles/artists they feature include Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, the Allman brothers, Tom Petty, and a couple of original songs! Featuring all kinds of musical instrumentselectric, steel, wood and whatever a banjo is made of.

For questions contact Dave Williams at 503-706-4876.

Tickets can be purchased online at grandmusicclub.com or suncitygrand. com or go to the GRAND Activities Desk (Open M-F, 8 am to 4 pm).

$5/pp | 6pm Doors Open/Cash Bar Available Performance 7pm | Cimarron Club

SEPTEMBER 30 • SAT. • GRAND EVENT GRAND CABARET: SHARON OWEN—A TRIBUTE TO BARBRA STREISAND —SOLD OUT

$25/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available | Performance 7pm Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

OCTOBER 5 • THURS. • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

Visit livegrandaz.com, for a schedule of events. For all things Grand, visit us online or in the Activities Office, or contact us at 623-546-7449.

$3/pp | 6pm Trivia Starts

5:30pm Doors Open | Sagebrush Ballroom

OCTOBER 19, 20, 21, 22

THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY SUNDAY DRAMA & COMEDY CLUB NIGHT WATCH

By Lucille Fletcher

The Grand Drama & Comedy Club opens its new 2023-2024 season with a thriller written by Lucille Fletcher entitled Night Watch. This production will keep you on the edge of your seat, as the Drama & Comedy Club presents its patrons with an American mystery melodrama.

Synopsis: Unable to sleep, Elaine Wheeler paces the living room of her Manhattan townhouse, troubled by unsettling memories and vague fears. Her husband tries to comfort her, but when he steps away for a moment, Elaine screams as she sees (or believes she sees) the body of a dead man in the window across the way. The police are called but find nothing except an empty chair. Elaine’s terror grows as shortly thereafter she sees still another body—this time a woman’s—but by now the police are skeptical and pay no heed to her frantic pleas. Her husband, claiming that Elaine may be on the verge of a breakdown, calls a psychiatrist, who agrees with his suggestion that Elaine should commit herself to a sanitarium for treatment. From this point on, the plot moves quickly and grippingly as those involved—Elaine’s old friend and house guest, Blanche; the inquisitive and rather

Credit/Debit Cards Only – Sun City Grand adheres to the "NO REFUND POLICY"

sinister man who lives next door; and the nosy maid, Helga—all contribute to the deepening suspense and mystery of the play as it draws towards its riveting and chilling climax.

This ingeniously devised thriller builds steadily in menace and suspense until the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected “twist” ending. Director Michael Hood; Producer Kathy Marker; Stage Manager Leanne Evans.

$15/pp | Thursday, Friday & Saturday

6pm Cash Bar | 7pm Performance Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

OCTOBER 20 • FRIDAY • DANCE CLUB COUPLES DANCE

It’s time to dust off those dancing shoes and join us for our first couples dance of the season. PJ the DJ will be entertaining us with all of your ballroom favorites… Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba to name a few. Pam, our new dance instructor, will be offering a quick lesson to get us back in the swing so to speak. This lesson is included at no xtra charge.

$12/pp | Doors Open 6pm/Cash Bar available Lessons 6:15-6:45pm Dancing 7-10pm | Cimarron Center

OCTOBER 20 & 21 • FRI. & SAT. MUSIC CLUB LIVE AT CIMARRON

Every month, one of our local Grand bands will play in the Cimarron Club and will feature their own members as well as their guest musical artists from our community.

Some of the most talented performers in “the Grand” will be featured!

Bring your own dry snacks. Enjoy a fun, casual evening as you listen to new songs by new performers and old favorites you can sing along with.

Performing Friday, October 20th and Saturday, October 21st - Joe Fidanzo.

Joe Fidanzo is a multi-talented musical performer who is new to the Grand community, having recently relocated

to Arizona from Oregon. Joe toured with a band for many years and plays many different instruments. His oneman band performances are a mustsee and are loaded with all the classic rock favorites with a little country rock sprinkled in.

YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS A FANTASTIC EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT! For more information, contact Dave Williams at 503 -706 - 4876.

Tickets can be purchased online at grandmusicclub.com or livegrandaz.com or go to the GRAND Activities Desk (Open M-F, 8 am to 4 pm).

$5/pp |6pm Doors Open/Cash Bar Available Performance 7pm | Cimarron Club

OCTOBER 23 • MON. • GRAND EVENT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES— ROCK ME GENTLY

From Jim Croce to Dan Fogelberg, and Carole King to James Taylor, ROCK ME GENTLY (formerly known as "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.

$25/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available | Performance 7pm Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

The Grand will be rocking and jiving to two Halloween dances on the same night.

OCTOBER 28 • SAT. • DANCE CLUB HALLOWEEN DANCE NO. 1 AT CIMARRON CENTER

DANCE NO. 1 will feature one of your favorite bands, Rhythm Edition at the Cimarron Center. The only difference between the dances will be the entertainer and the location. Both dances have costume contests and both will present great music from the 50’s to 2000. Both dances will sell out, so there will be no refunds.

$12/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available | Dancing 7-10pm Cimarron Center

OCTOBER 28 • SAT. • DANCE CLUB

HALLOWEEN DANCE NO. 2 AT THE SONORAN PLAZA

DANCE NO. 2 will feature Thaddeus Rose at the SONORAN PLAZA. Again, only difference between the dances is the entertainment and the location. Please specify which dance you plan to attend when purchasing tickets.

$12/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available | Dancing 7-10pm | Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

SCHEDULED TICKET PURCHASES ARE AS FOLLOWS FOR BOTH HALLOWEEN DANCES:

July 31, Only Dance Club members may purchase tickets beginning at 8am online at scgdanceclub.org.

August 1-7, Tickets may be purchased only by Grand residents at the Activities Office.

August 8 , Tickets may be purchased online at livegrandaz.com or at the Activities Office. For further information contact: lsteele107@gmail.com

René Mitchell President The Grand

This is the last of 3 Lifestyles articles covering the 2023/2024

Board Goals.

Goal 3:

2023-24 Board Of Directors

2023/2024 BOARD GOALS

goals

The Board reviewed the state of our community and established the following 5 goals. We will focus our attention and resources to support our community today and in the future. We will provide updates to these goals throughout the year.

Goal 1: Develop Grand’s Technology Information Roadmap

Goal 2: Complete the Pre-Design and Design Phases for Desert Spring Complex [DSC]

Goal 3:

Decide which Space Planning Recommendations to Implement

Goal 4: Assess Food and Beverage Services – Compass Hospitality to Meet/Exceed Key Performance Indicators [KPIs] & Reopening of The Falls

Goal 5:

Decide Project Management Services - Continue Consulting Services or Bring it In-House

DECIDE WHICH SPACE PLANNING RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPLEMENT

Our community is 27 years old and we are facing new challenges with aging assets, demand for more space, and the changing needs of clubs and residents. These challenges need to be balanced with our strategic and financial goals. We have a long list of proposed CARE projects such as renovating the golf courses, the lakeside pavilion, Cimarron, Desert Springs and Palm Center complexes, expanding space for visual and performing art clubs, just to name a few. This list has been our guidepost since the inception of LRP, but it has had limitations due to lack of no clear path being established on priorities. With the vocal encouragement of many residents and club members, we embarked back in 2018 to study how to better utilize our campus facilities – as our desires have changed since 1996, and we may have out-lived and over-utilized today’s configurations. In many places we find ourselves bursting at the seams, and our

staff is constantly reconfiguring our spaces trying to meet our varied needs. Residents are asking for more availability to the spaces they use and enjoy. When staff spend hours reconfiguring spaces each day, it decreases the available time when clubs/residents can use the space.

Those earlier studies and surveys culminated in 2022’s research and hiring of experts in the field to analyze how to accomplish our objectives: 1) ‘highest and best use’ of our current facilities, 2) realize operational efficiencies and 3) ensure financial, operational feasibility and best use of our CARE funds.

The proposed Space Planning recommendations serve as a roadmap on how to tackle the many proposed CARE projects. Recommendations were presented in April at a Town Hall meeting. In a post-town hall survey, over 70% of the respondents agreed or strongly

agreed with the direction proposed. It shows where we are/aren’t fully utilizing the current space, and ideas on how to improve utilization. It also prioritizes the order of projects, based on moving some groups to different and/or remodeled facilities to maximize efficiency and minimize cost. This can help us preserve and appropriately use our CARE funds.

The Long-Range Planning Advisory Committee [LRP] presented the results of the entire community survey at the June Board Workshop. This fall, LRP will conduct additional community surveys, focus groups, polls etc. to validate their final recommendations to the Board by year’s end.

You can stay informed by attending the monthly LRP meetings held on the first Thursday at 1 PM and attending Board Workshops.

Goal 4:

ASSESS FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICES — COMPASS HOSPITALITY TO MEET/EXCEED KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS [KPIS] & REOPENING OF THE FALLS

Last February, Grand and Compass Hospitality negotiated a contract for food and beverage services. This agreement replaced Unidine with Compass Hospitality and a critical component of the agreement is monitoring KPIs. The mutually agreed upon KPIs are based on industry standards for customer satisfaction, food and labor costs, and other parameters. The KPIs measure how Compass is performing at the Grand Café, Golf Snack Shacks, Catering and The Falls restaurant.

The Food and Beverage Advisory Committee, Staff and Compass review the KPIs on a regular basis. This includes reviewing monthly results and trends, identifying risks and implementing

Goal 5:

SUMMARY

strategies to mitigate risk. Please know that the Board is keeping a critical eye on the results as well.

Regarding

the recovery and rebuild of The Falls

Progress continues at a steady rate. Please note that I’m writing this article in midJuly, so I’m anticipating that the weekly updates will soon include construction and schedule updates. Rod Rankin remains Grand’s single-point-of-contact for the recovery, rebuild and liaison with our insurance company and attorneys. He reports directly to the Board. We remain resolute to post weekly updates on News of The Day, the official Grand Facebook page and the Grand website homepage.

DECIDE PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES — CONTINUE CONSULTING SERVICES OR BRING IN-HOUSE

Last spring, we hired Rider, Levett Bucknall [RLB] a Project Management Firm, to provide project management services. This was an area where we did not have in-house expertise and needed help. The RLB project manager [PM] focused on the construction and opening of The Falls restaurant. Once on board, the PM was instrumental in keeping the project on time and on budget. Currently, the PM is the committee chair for Large Project Team [LPT] for the Desert Springs Complex. The LPT is in the ‘discovery phase’ or Pre-Design. The PM will

ensure the team listens, documents and prioritizes the needs, wants and desires of the community while balancing those with Grand’s strategic and financial goals.

The value that a PM brings to a project is without question. It is best when the PM is engaged in the early pre-design and design phases, long before construction begins. Based on our current and future needs, the Board and the General Manager will decide whether to bring PM expertise in-house or continue to use outside consultants.

There is much work to do to accomplish these goals. We need support from our volunteer Advisory Committees, staff and residents. We will provide progress updates on the goals when milestones are reached.

Please stay engaged! Attend committee and Board meetings, respond to inquiries from committees, and participate when being asked for your feedback. Let’s work together to achieve these goals.

Jeff Hochman General Manager The Grand

Embracing the Journey: A New Chapter as General Manager

I write to you today with a profound sense of excitement and gratitude as I embark on a new chapter as your General Manager. It is with great honor and enthusiasm that I take on this role, and I am genuinely dedicated and committed to serving our vibrant community to the best of my abilities.

With my experience in community management and my passion for creating thriving environments, I am fully devoted to maintaining the high standards and quality of life that make our community so exceptional. My goal is to ensure that every resident feels a profound sense of belonging, satisfaction, and fulfillment during their time spent here.

Water, as a precious resource, holds great significance in our lives and the sustainability of our community. I am acutely aware of the importance of preserving this invaluable asset, and I will continue implementing water conservation initiatives throughout our community. Through efficient irrigation practices, identifying and fixing leaks promptly, and promoting watersaving measures among our residents, we can make a significant impact in safeguarding this vital resource for our present and future generations.

I firmly believe that continuing effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving community. Therefore, I am open to fostering open lines of communication. Your feedback, ideas, and

concerns are invaluable to the team, and I am great at actively listening and addressing your items to the best of my ability.

I will also support and leverage the Technology Information Roadmap that is being developed. To stay current, we need to continue to evolve where necessary and embrace new technologies that enhance The Grand.

As your General Manager, I recognize that the well-being and happiness of our residents are of paramount importance. I will strive to continuously improve our amenities, facilities, and services to meet our evolving needs and desires. Together as a team, we can explore new initiatives. This will provide opportunities for personal growth, social connection, and lifelong learning through engaging events.

In conclusion, I am genuinely excited about the journey that lies ahead as your General Manager. With dedication, commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility, I am ready to lead our community towards a future filled with joy, fulfillment, and meaningful experiences. I am here to serve you, and together, we will continue to make our active adult community a place we can all be proud to call home.

I am humbled at the incredible opportunity you have afforded me, and I look forward to working to create an extraordinary living experience.

• This class has been presented in the Maricopa Community College Systems for years

• Over 8,000 Arizona seniors have attended this class

• Learn everything you must know before you ever invite a solar company into your home

• This class is strictly educational absolutely no selling of any kind

• The Grand and Festival Residents - It's not if you go solar, it's when

AUGUST 1 • TUESDAY • SEMINAR

SCHULKE SIGNATURE MEDICAL

Join Dr. Mark Schulke from Schulke Signature Medical for an informative and life-changing discussion about the numerous health and wellness benefits of GOLF, and other forms of exercise. RSVP (623) 250-2150, or email mark@schulkesignaturemedical. com to reserve your seat.

FREE | 10 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

AUGUST 9 • WEDNESDAY • SEMINAR

GENERATION LIVING TRUSTS

“Living Trusts vs Wills ... Straight Talk” –Back in SCG by popular demand, this FREE class has helped thousands of Arizonans at every income level to protect themselves from probate. Learn what to do and save 50+% on expert estate planning services. Schedule a free review of any Will or Living Trust. See Ad on page 45. RSVP: 623-853-6775.

FREE | 1 p.m. OR 3 p.m. | Palm Center

PRESENTATIONS

AUGUST 10 • THURSDAY • SEMINAR

SKYCO TRAVEL

Join SkyCo Travel for a fun and informative jaw dropping seminar exposing the travel industry! Come learn the secret the travel industry does not want you to know. Receive a 3 Day 2 Night Hotel stay for attending! RSVP 877-415-1027 or email admin@skycotravel. com to reserve your seat.

FREE | 10 a.m. | Mesquite Room

AUGUST 15 • TUESDAY • SEMINAR

KEY RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS

Come join us as we discuss Social Security. Social Security affects so many areas of your retirement and a several areas affect your Social Security. Join us for an interactive session as we answer your questions and do some teaching along the way. Bring your questions, leave with answers! RSVP to mpeterson@krs.insure or visit http://bit.

ly/3XJ6tln

FREE | 4 p.m. | Sonoran Plaza

AUGUST 17 • THURSDAY • PRESENTATION

SOLAR EDUCATION

Join Michael Shepp home solar instructor teaching his college class. Everything you must know before you ever invite a solar salesman into your home. Join the 8,000 Arizona residents who've attended this class. APS rate increases, interest rates rising, inflation. Federal tax credit disappearing. Now is the time.

FREE | 1 p.m. | Sonoran Plaza

AUGUST 23RD • WEDNESDAY • SEMINARS

FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE

Join Jim and Stacy Brebner, Grand residents and retirement mortgage specialists, in an informative presentation on how seniors 62+ can access their home equity now and still have no monthly mortgage payments. It's why we say, "Make memories, Not mortgage payments." RSVP (253) 576-7968 or email brebnerteam@fairwaymc.com to reserve your very limited seat.

FREE | 9 a.m. | Sago Room–Palm Center

AUGUST 13 & 27

PM

Pool

ADOBE AEROBIC SCHEDULE

GRAND LEARNING

For Information and Registration call 623-546-7470

SUMMER 2023

REGISTER ONLINE, IN THE GRAND LEARNING OFFICE, OR CALL 623-546-7470

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

CLASS FEES START AT $10

Visa/Mastercard accepted— No cash/checks.

Grand Learning uses a 3rd party web-based software (ASAP/Vanco). Each participant must have a Grand Learning account to take classes and pre-registration is required.

TO ACCESS GRAND LEARNING ONLINE: Visit: https://go.asapconnected. com/?org=511 or login to your resident account using your CAM # and password at www.livegrandaz.com

Grand Learning is under the Recreation category (under the Golf & Recreatifon heading). Click on Home Page. At this point you are leaving the Grand website and being redirected to ASAP/Vanco. Use your email address and Grand Learning password to login. On the Home Page you can view classes, login to your existing account or create a new account. If you have trouble logging in to your existing account, contact Grand Learning for assistance. Please do not create a new account.

The Grand Learning program offers enrichment courses to the residents of the Grand and the surrounding communities. The benefits of attending classes include stimulating your curiosity, engaging your mind, and building new relationships. Courses on a variety of topics are offered, such as history, STEM, writing, health/ wellness, art history, music, and more. Many of the courses are taught by our residents. For these courses, there are no tests, homework, grades, or pressure--just enjoyment and stimulation.

We adhere to the CAM No Refund policy. If you drop a class with more than 48 hours notice, we can offer class credit only. No credits will be issued for missing Zoom links. Please call the GL office prior to day of class if you did not receive the link.

Be aware that the material presented in all Grand Learning classes is determined at the discretion of the instructor, who is an independent contractor or volunteer and not an employee or otherwise affiliated with the Grand. The course content presented does not necessarily reflect the views of the Grand and its Board of Directors. See Instructor biographies on the website.

Courses in the Grand Learning program are provided for informational purposes only. The information provided should not be considered complete and should not be relied upon in place of communication and consultation with appropriate professionals. The Grand makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented in the Grand Learning program.

No legal liability or other responsibility is accepted by the Grand for any errors, omissions, or statements by individual instructors, and the Grand disclaims any liability or responsibility for any loss, damage, or adverse effect resulting from reliance on information presented by an instructor, whether such damages are direct or indirect, consequential, or special.

Our classrooms may be warm or cold so wear layers!

n Silence your cell phones in the classroom.

n Treat your classmates and instructors with respect.

Classes are held in the Havasupai/Maricopa classroom (Chaparral Center) unless otherwise specified. Check your invoice for room location.

ZOOM classes: a link will be sent to the email address on file with your Grand Learning account. Please call the day before class if you didn't receive the link - remember to check your SPAM folder.

Monday–Friday 8 am–4 pm

(Summer hours may vary)

19781 N. Remington Dr.Surprise, AZ 85374

EMAIL

grandlearning@livegrandaz.com 623-546-7470

CURRENT EVENTS ROUNDTABLE

PHIL AXELROD

Meets 12 times on Tue 6/6/23 - 8/29/23

8:30 AM -10:30 AM FEE: $20*

Let's meet weekly to discuss the current events of the day. Be prepared to actively participate as we debate the pros and cons of the topics selected by the group. Each participant is encouraged to bring an item or topic currently in the public's eye. We are not limited to political items for discussion. At the beginning of each session, I will poll the group for topics. Once we have a complete list we will vote on all topics and the one garnering the most votes will be the first topic discussed at each meeting. Lively discussions will ensue, followed by resolutions. If you enjoy brisk and vigorous debate, this is the group for you. *Fee reduced for remaining classes

GRANT AND LEE

KEN SORENSEN

Meets 1 time on Thur 8/3/23

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM FEE: $15

Opposing forces, powerful men. Ulysses S. Grant came from common stock. Robert E. Lee was the star wherever he was at. Grant came through West Point with few possibilities for a future. Lee was very successful and it was known that he would become a great military force. They met briefly during the Mexican War. Lee didn’t remember and to Grant, it was a highlight of his life. They faced each other on several battlefields in the Civil War and met in April of 1865 across a kitchen table to bring about an end to that uncivil war. One became a college president and one became president. Come and hear their stories.

GINGERTALKS—ORIGINS AND BELIEFS OF HIPPIES AND THE 1960S COUNTER-CULTURAL MOVEMENT

GINGER SWARTZ

Meets 1 time on Wed 8/9/23

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM FEE: $15

The 1960s counter-cultural movement was an alternative lifestyle chosen by what were then known as hippies, freaks, or longhairs.

Members of this counterculture worked to establish their own towns, economies, politics, and values. The women’s movement and the gay rights movement were among the ideas that emerged during this time. The public memory of this period is not a positive one. This program will look at the actual history of the era and provide a retrospective view of the reality of these iconic times.

ELVIS

VINNIE BRUNO

Meets 1 time on Mon 8/14/23

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM FEE: $15

Elvis Presley is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the "King of Rock n' Roll". We will travel with Elvis from his early days in Memphis and his trailblazing recordings with Sun Records, with his complete dominance of the music charts in the 50s. His 50s success led him to a successful 60s Hollywood film career and on to his acclaimed television comeback, which opened the door to triumphant tours and a seven-year sold out concert residency at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. Elvis has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame and still remains the best-selling solo artist of all time.

SIMON AND GARFUNKEL

VINNIE BRUNO

Meets 1 time on Wed 8/16/23

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM FEE: $15

We will travel with the most successful folk/rock duo as they craft hit singles and albums while establishing themselves as counterculture icons of the 60s. Our journey will start with their early recordings in high school to their folk/rock anthem "Sound of Silence" through their love/hate relationship dealing with personal and artistic issues to their classic "Bridge Over Troubled Waters". We will also briefly explore highlights from their solo careers.

FALL CLASSES COMING SOON!

TUESDAY • AUGUST 22 • 7PM

Take a trip into the vast world of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with one of the finest tribute shows on the planet. Breakdown, the ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, is as near a real experience as can be delivered by anyone other than the actual band. Scott Blackwell clearly replicates the voice of Tom Petty and combined with the look and style, you’ll think you’re watching Tom himself.

$25/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available

Performance 7pm | Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

ARMED FORCES SUPPORT GROUP

You do not have to be a Veteran to belong to the AFSG, although many of our members are Veterans. You only need to have a desire to say “Thank You” to our active and Veteran military families and wish to continue to help many of them on their journey of healing. The AFSG has been very successful in raising and donating money to vetted 501c 3 Veteran support foundations. Three of these foundations are within the state of AZ –Honor Flight AZ, Soldiers Best Friend, Foundation for Service Dog Support, and one national organization, Feherty’s Troop First Foundation. We would like you to join us in our mission of supporting those who have served, do serve and continue to serve and sacrifice so much to give us our freedom. For more information check out our website – scgarmedforcessupportgroup.org

“We shall never forget”

ART CLUB

The Grand Art Club has no special meetings or gatherings planned for the summer.  You may stop by the club and view and purchase art created by the club.  Also, most mornings you can bring your art supplies and gather for creating your masterpiece.  Classes will resume in September.

BILLARDS

We are open to all SCG Community Association Members no experience necessary! We have eight new Diamond Pool tables, which are some of the best available for professional players. Check out our calendar for Club activities.

Visit our website at www.grandbilliards.org for activity schedules, photos, and more.

BOCCE

Hot times, summer in the Grand, but after sunset it’s a different world. . .come out and enjoy the breeze. . .keep those bocce balls rolling join us for Drop-in bocce on Wednesday evenings, 7pm or Tuesday mornings, 9am . . . no fees or membership required and we’ll teach you how to play (if you don’t know how).

If you would like to join us in league play in the fall of 2023, please contact Micki Brown, league coordinator at leaguecoordinator@scgbocce.com or Mick Sunde at president@scgbocce.com via email. Club applications are available at scgbocce. com website. Club membership new or renewals will be accepted in September, 2023.

BOOMERS CLUB

The Boomers Club just wants to have fun, meet people, enjoy our beautiful Grand community and the nearby venues.  This winter season was jam-packed with activities, events and socials, i.e., a catered St. Patrick’s dinner and happy hour, a New Members' Breakfast, monthly happy hours on and off site, a trip to Barleens, DJ Bingo, a New Members’ Welcome Breakfast, Ladies and Mens Lunches,

Spring Training, Bingo with cash prizes, and more.  If you weren’t there, you missed out.

As of this Newsletter, we have a total of 637 Club Members.

We are always pleased to invite and welcome new members into our Club. There are so many opportunities for our members to become acquainted with all members, through events, social activities committees for events, and socials, etc.  We encourage our members to network with other members to enhance members' experiences and continuously inject new energy, new enthusiasm, and new ideas into the Boomers Club.    Check out our website for a preview of all upcoming and fall events.   We are here all summer, a great time to be part of the Boomers... Ladies & Men's Lunches, Sweet Treats and Bingo, Summer Dance, Bunco and Ice Cream Night and more.

Remember, if you live here at Grand, you too are a Boomer.  Don’t miss another month of fun-filled, friendly, delights.

www.scgboomers.com

BRIDGE CLUB

ARE YOU WARM ENOUGH?

Temps of 110 degrees-plus got you down? Tired of having the sun beat down on you at the pool every day? Wanna beat the heat? Experience the cool, comfortable surroundings of our bridge club. The only heat you will feel is that generated by our passion for the game. Our club always strives to include those players who love the game and want to play it in any form.

Marathons 1st, 2nd and 3rd Fridays have ended. Starting June 2023, the format for Friday plays has been changed. The 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday play will be all drop-in play with a partner, time will be 8:45 am to 12:30 pm and cost of $1 per person per play. The formats will be as follows:

1st Friday – Non-sanctioned duplicate bridge

2nd Friday – Chicago scoring - 4 rounds of 6 hands

3rd Friday – Contract scoring – 4 rounds of 6 hands

The 4th Friday Marathon bridge season 2023 will continue as scheduled. The last play will be on October 27th and winners will be announced.

Starting January 2024, there will be a 4th Friday Marathon with some slight changes in the format: $15 per person for the season, partners, rotation scheduled, use 6 best scores for the winners. Signup to start in October/November 2023.

Beginning Bridge: (all comers) Wednesdays at 9:30 am. No sign-up needed.

Casual/Social Games: (Club members only) Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon, and Wednesdays at 6 pm. (Come at least one-half hour early to be assured of getting a table).

Duplicate Games (ACBL-sanctioned): (All comers) Wednesdays and Sundays at 1:00 pm.

Learn/Sharpen Your Game: Our Wednesday lessons will resume this fall.

Our games are played & lessons given in the Apache and Pima Rooms at the Chaparral Center. We welcome players of all skill levels.

For information, see our website https://www. bridgewebs.com/scgbridgeclub/ or contact

Membership Chairperson Debbie

Lerew (dlerew99@gmail.com)

•♦♠♥ Come play with us!! •♦♠♥ACBL Duplicate games at The Grand are open to all Club members as well as ACBL guests. Games are Sundays year round at 1 pm, but please arrive by 12:40 so the ACBL Director can set up the game in the computer. Please go to the Bridge Club Website, which shows the game schedule well as the results of all ACBL games. If you would like to play but need a partner, go to the website home page and “Click for Duplicate Partner Request.” https://www.bridgewebs.com/scgbridgeclub/ In AUGUST 2023, there are THREE SPECIAL GAMES which will allow you to win extra masterpoints, as follows:

Sunday, August 6, NAP

Sunday, August 20, NAP

Sunday August 27, Club Championship

CANASTA

Canasta is played at the Chaparral Center on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. Tournaments are held on the first and third Monday and Wednesday of each month. We welcome new members! Two training sessions are required before joining. Training is not available in November or December. Parties are held throughout the year. Contact Joan Mattick, 623-975-1150.

CLAY ARTS (GCA)

WELCOME TO THE GRAND CLAY ARTS CLUB. The purpose of our Club is to provide and support Club Members in the entire spectrum of the clay art form, including but not limited wheel thrown clay pottery, hand built clay art, sculpturing, and all the associated finishing techniques. The Club will promote all clay art forms to the general public, including sales. The Club provides many educational activities including numerous classes taught by our members. We have one of the few Alternate Firing opportunities available in the western suburbs. There are also social activities during the year for our members to enjoy.

The Grand Clay Arts Board meets the first Thursday of each month at 9:00 in the Palm Center. Sago Room. General meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 9:00 in the Chaparral Center, Pima Room.

Stop by the Clay Arts Studio anytime and enjoy the expressive selection of pottery displayed in both the Gallery studio lobby and the Gallery display windows facing the Village Center common area. Clay arts is one of the oldest forms of artisan expression known to man. Come to Grand Clay Arts Club and explore your creative talents!

GRAND COMPUTERS (GCC) UPCOMING PRESENTATION MEETINGS AND TOPICS

Whether you are a computer enthusiast, user of other smart devices or someone interested in learning more about them, we are the club for you! Grand Computers Club is located at the Chaparral Center. We're open Monday through Friday from 9:00a until 3:30p from October through April and 12:30p until 3:30p from May through September. Membership entitles you to many benefits, including:

● Use of any of the equipment in our "Open Use Room." Available equipment includes PCs, MACs, B&W and color copiers, a Fax machine, a flight simulator, VHS to DVD converter, Super8 or 8mm film to DVD converter and much more;

● One-on-one technical help addressing your computer or devices issues, available Tuesday afternoons from 12:30p until 2:30p, all year long at the club.

● Nine Special Interest Groups (SIGs), each addressing a specialty with popular appeal. Education—Classes resume in September Go to www.GrandComputers.org > Education

Membership—Membership in our Club offers so many opportunities!

Credit/Debit Card payment ONLY! More information at www. GrandComputers.org > Membership. For additional information contact Membership@ grandcomputers.org

Tech Help for members EVERY TUESDAY from 12:30p - 2:30p at the club. More information at www.GrandComputers.org > Tech Help. Must be a Club Member to participate. Bring your device, passwords, & power supply for in-person help.

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP ACTIVITIES (SIGS)

Non-Members may attend 3 meetings before joining the Club.

COMPOSE YOURSELF WRITING SIG

1st Monday, 3rd Monday, May-Sept

Contact Gloria Young for additional information at CY@grandcomputers.org

Share Your Written Story; Participate in Discussion

Mon, Aug 07, 2023 1:00 PM Palm Center, Mediterranean Room

Mon, Aug 21, 2023 1:00 PM Sonoran Plaza, Mesquite Room See Calendar for regular season hours. Please visit our website at www.GrandComputers.org

DANCE CLUB

DANCE CLUB NEWS

The Grand Dance Club offers both lessons and dances for our residents and guests. Dance information for our Couples, Country Western and Rock & Swing dances can be found in the Ticketed Events section of the Grand Lifestyles. Website available 24/7: www.scgdanceclub.org

DANCE CLUB LESSONS

Couples Lessons

Couples lessons are held each Tuesday from October through March at the Cimarron Center. Beginner 4:30 - 5:30 & intermediate 5:45 - 6:45.

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE

October Swing Rumba

November Waltz Swing

December Cha Cha Waltz

January Foxtrot ChaCha

February Salsa Foxtrot

March Rumba Salsa

$5 for residents - ea. class

$7 for guests -ea. class

For more information contact ballroomlesson@ scgdanceclub.org or 24/7 website, www. scgdanceclub.org

LINE DANCE LESSONS

Line dance is perfect for a dancer with or without a partner and offers a variety of dances. Our line dance classes are offered year round twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 -12. The cost is $5 resident and $7 guest. In addition to our weekly lessons we offer a monthly social from 6:30 - 9:30 pm at Cimarron Center. Cost is $6 per person. A quick teach is given prior to each dance. For more information contact Line-dancedir@scgdanceclub.org or 24/7 website www. scgdanceclub.org

DANCE CLUB OPEN HOUSE

Come join us for a fun opportunity to see exactly what your GRAND DANCE CLUB has to offer. Tuesday, October 17th from 5-7 pm. Coffee and cookies will be served.

You will have an opportunity to meet our new Dance Instructor Pam Burton and watch or even partake in a beginner lesson.

Our Dance Club offers dance lessons, beginner and intermediate, (Waltz, Swing, Foxtrot) to name a few. We also have Line Dance classes twice a week and dances throughout the year. Mark your calendar and come check us out. New procedures for dance club ticket purchase: Dance Club Members are able to order Advanced Dance Club Tickets one day before they go on sale by logging in to our “Members Only” section of the Dance Club Website.

Tickets then go on sale at the Activities Desk in the Sonoran Plaza for one week for residents only, two months before the dance.

The general public can then order tickets on-line @www.livegrandaz.com

DOMINOES CLUB

Looking for some FUN??  Come on out to play Dominoes.  We meet at the Cimarron Center, Gila Room every Monday starting at 6:00 PM.  Play starts at 6:30PM.  If you have never played or are rusty we provide up to 3 free training sessions.  Annual dues if you join us are $8 per calendar year and a game fee of $1 each night that is paid out at the end of play to lowest scores.  Any questions, email scgdominoes@gmail.com or call Club President Pat Johnson at 623-203-7713.

DRAMA & COMEDY CLUB THE GRAND’S “COMMUNITY THEATER”

The Grand Drama & Comedy Club is the Grand’s Community Theater. We live our motto, “On Stage, Back Stage, A Place for Everyone” and welcome everyone to our club recognizing that each person has unique talents and value.

Everyone is not an actor, and many members use their talents in costuming, make-up, marketing, and communication. Do you like to redecorate? You might be a wonderful set designer. Are you a DIY kind of guy? Or gal? Join the construction crew building sets, or join a “painting party” to

turn flats into garden scenes. Smile! Be an usher! We offer training for our sound crew and our lighting team. Learn a new skill or use your experience in a new way. Please contact Ove Jakobsen at 256-721-0431 or ovejakobsen@msn. com for sound or Bob Nix at 623-214-8280 or bobnix@cox.net for lighting info. They are happy to train interested folks.

We offer dance classes at many levels, sure to fit one of your styles, from beginner to advance tap and jazz. Our Grandettes have been a Grand tradition for 25 years! Please contact Robin Kachurak, Dance Committee Chairperson, at 818-795-4859.

Not interested in learning a lot of lines but always had a desire to be on stage? Our Cabaret Players presents 3 comedy performances a year by actors who use their scripts as part of their performance – no memorization needed. Always a sell out, this venue is small and intimate in the Cimarron Theater.

We offer so many opportunities for making new friends and fun, and all for only $10. For information on all the many ways to participate in the activities, “on stage or back stage”, please visit our webpage: https://www. granddrama.com

COME SEE US!

EUCHRE CLUB

Euchre Club meets on Thursdays in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room. Check in by 6:15PM. For additional information call Richard Eggen, 248310-7561.

FISHING CLUB

The Grand Fishing Club is dedicated to promoting both spin fishing and fly fishing. Club members take an active role not only in the promotion of fishing, but environmental sustainability as well. Many club members have years of fishing experience and have fished all over the United States, in Canada and other parts of the world. The club sponsors single day fishing trips locally to Lake Pleasant, Deadhorse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, Bartlett Lake east of Cave Creek and the Salt River. Multiday trips include the White Mountains, Lees Ferry near Flagstaff, the San Juan River in New Mexico near Farmington, Alaska and Canada. In Grand, the club helps support the viability of Lake Nine adjacent to the 9th Hole on the Desert Springs Golf Course as a fishery for all Grand residents and their families. The Grand Fishing Club meets the first Tuesday of the month from October through April. Coupled with the various club fishing trips, members are also committed to making our community a much better place in which to live. Volunteer opportunities include Project Healing Waters in support of disabled veterans, the Boy

Scouts of America Merit Badge program, the City of Surprise Adaptive Fishing program and the Phoenix VA Rehabilitation Hospital. In addition, we provide equipment and guidance to Grand residents to take their grandchildren fishing at Lake Nine. For more information, check out our website at www.scgfishing.weebly.com or to contact an administrative staff member please email infoscgfishing122@gmail.com.

GARDEN CLUB

The Garden Club celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year! We thank all of our members who participated in our meetings, our outings, and most recently our brunch. This year we started our education program, making rustic Hypertufa pots. We also held our first garden walk, visiting 6 members' gardens to enjoy the beautiful landscapes that have been created in Grand. We take a break for the hot summer and will resume our meetings in October. Please watch the Lifestyles magazine or the bulletin boards in October for our meeting announcement.

The Garden Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month from October thru May. Each meeting features an expert speaker addressing a topic of interest to our Low Sonoran Desert Gardeners. We typically have a field trip in March and brunch in April, and no meeting in December. Meetings are in the Cimarron Center, check-in is at 8:30, and the meeting starts at 8:50. Check with the Lifestyles magazine for the current meeting topic. We pride ourselves on being a friendly group that welcomes everyone to the joy of gardening in the Grand. Membership is $10.00/year; our year runs from January thru December. Membership forms are available in the Sonoran Plaza Club trays, on the Grand website, or can be emailed to you by sending a request to the contact person. New members joining now will have their membership continue through December 2024.

The meetings feature a hospitality table- coffee is provided by the club, and snacks are contributed by club members. Plant sharing is encouraged. Please bring a plant donation or gardening items for the plant giveaway table.

More info? Contact the Garden Club by sending an email to SCGGardenClub@gmail.com.

GLASS ARTS (GGA)

Grand Glass Arts (GGA) welcomes new members!  Whether you aspire to make a beautiful stainedglass window for your home, design a mosaic masterpiece, or enjoy creating a one-of-a-kind fused glass piece, GGA encourages you to explore the world of glass arts.  We offer an extensive education program for new and experienced glass artists.  Please visit our website at www. grandglassarts.com to view the benefits of GGA membership and look over our list of classes.

To join, please, click on the JOIN US link on the GGA website menu bar, read through the

important information provided, then complete our membership application.  For questions, email: newmembercontact@grandglassarts.com. While we offer New Member classes September through March for those new to the glass arts, we welcome Experienced Glass Artists to join throughout the year.  Experienced artists: on the Join Us page of our website, fill out the application and describe your experience in the space provided. Our New Member Contact will be in touch to go over the entry process.

GOLF—150 GOLF CLUB

Par–3 golf at The Grand. The co–ed 150 Golf Club plays nine holes from tees 150 yards or less from the pin Sunday afternoon. If you want to work on your short game, are new to golf or just want enjoy nine holes from a shorter distance, give us a try. We would love to have you as our guest. We are a relaxed, fun–loving group. For more information visit www.150golfclub

GOLF—LADIES GRAND NINERS

The Ladies Grand Niners has approximately 300 members. We prefer to play nine holes of golf rather than the traditional 18.  Desert Springs is our home course, though we also play Cimarron, Granite Falls North and Granite Falls South during our season. We play by USGA Rules and

expect our members to have a general knowledge of the Rules of Golf and some golf experience. Our motto is “Fun, Friendship, and Golf"!

For information on how to join our club through Arizona Golf Association go to ladiesgrandniners. golfgenius.com and click on the link for our membership information or contact our membership co-chairs at membership. ladiesgrandniners@gmail.com.

The Ladies Grand Niners membership year is October 1st to September 30th.  We play golf in alternating shotgun or tee time formats on Tuesdays, November through May. Members sign up to play shotguns at either 12:30 or 3:00 or tee times between 12:00 and 3:00. In the summer months, members can choose to play nine holes of golf between 6-7AM or 18 holes at 7 AM. Members are required to have an active membership in the Arizona Golf Association (AGA) and be a resident of The Grand with a valid Community Association Member (CAM) number. Members are required to have a GHIN handicap index. If you do not have a GHIN handicap index, you must establish one. A 9-hole handicap index is also required to be eligible for prizes in any of our monthly Play-of-the-Day events and for our annual President's Cup Tournament. An 18-hole World Handicap System (WHS) GHIN Handicap Index is established by playing six 9-hole rounds

or a combination of 9- and 18-hole rounds to equal 54 holes. The 18-hole handicap index is converted to a 9-hole handicap index for our league.

A member must play with the Ladies Grand Niners a minimum of five 9-hole rounds to be eligible to play in the annual President's Cup tournament (held in March each year).

GOLF—MENS 9 HOLE GOLF CLUB

The Men’s Nine Hole Golf Club is comprised of fun loving, supportive golfers of all skill levels who enjoy the game of golf. If you love the game, but 18 holes is too much, this club is for you. We offer you alternating week guaranteed shotgun starts on Mondays at 12:30 or 3:00 (your choice), and alternating week tee times from 12:00 and 2:00. Free range balls, once-a-month team games e.g. Scramble, etc. Also, periodic free golfing clinics with our resident golf pro, prize tournaments, and annual free hot dog/chili day.  Come enjoy the camaraderie and friendships, that are an important part of our game playing experience. For an application please contact: Wayne Mercil , Membership Director at merk5151@msn.com

GOLF—LADIES 18 HOLE LEAGUE

If you enjoy golfing and socializing with other friendly women, then the Grand Ladies 18Hole Golf Association (GLGA) is a perfect fit for you. We are affiliated with the Arizona Golf Association (AGA) and members are required to comply with USGA rules of golf. We play every Tuesday, rotating among the four golf courses. GLGA is a year-round league with a schedule of shotgun or tee time starts. You can play GLGA only in the winter if you are not here in the summer. We have the opportunity to choose from multiple tee box combinations. You must have a current handicap or establish a handicap within 30 days of joining the league in order to compete in weekly (Tuesday) events. The maximum handicap allowed is 40. In addition to our weekly events, several major tournaments are held throughout the year including a Member-Member, MemberGuest, and League Championship.

The league also supports a variety of charitable activities. Our President is Nancy Foy. To learn more about GLGA visit our website at www.glgagrandladiesgolfassociation.golfgenius.com or feel free to email our Membership Janet Tarr at GLGAMembership@gmail.com. A membership information bulletin is available at Granite Falls Golf Course and Sonoran Plaza just left of the library entrance.

GOLF—LADY PUTTERS

The Grand Lady Putters Charter Club is a social group whose main purpose is getting together for laughs, prizes and friendship while putting and enjoying the outdoors.

We meet five (5) days a week, Monday thru Friday, at the Cimarron 18 hole putting green at the Cimarron Center. Pick out the day that suits you the best! We check in at 9am and begin putting a 9:30am.

Our group is intended for every level of putter. Be our guest, putt for free and come check us out!

OUR PUTTING SEASON BEGINS

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023.

THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE GRAND LADY PUTTERS WILL BE OCTOBER 24, 2023. SEE YOU THERE!

For more information, please visit our website at scgladyputters.com.

GOLF—MEN PUTTERS

HAVE ANY INTEREST IN PUTTING?

Want to meet others that share this interest? If so, then plan to come over to the beautiful 18-hole putting green located just west of the Cimarron club house, right off of W. Clearview Blvd. You are invited to play a “guest” round with a Men Putters club member.

PUTTING SCHEDULE

The Men Putters do “their thing” weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 PM, on both days, starting in November. Members feel free to pick

whatever day they prefer to participate and some even putt both days.

HERE IS A TYPICAL DAILY EVENT

Register to play, be paired with another person, putt 18 holes, and lastly, participate in a 19th hole challenge (this is a special one-hole challenge). Other change-of-pace fun putting challenges are offered throughout the year long program.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

There are some occasional social activities when members meet to vote on new officers OR just meet for club sponsored soda and hot dogs.

VOLUNTEERS

Member volunteers run the club’s daily putting activities such as setting up the course, registering members and guests, etc.

If you are a golfer, the club is a great way to sharpen your putting skills. If you don't golf, or no longer golf, the club offers an opportunity to enjoy one of the best parts of the sport in a friendly, yet competitive manner. All skill levels are welcome. To equalize performance results and the receipt of monetary awards, individual handicaps are recalculated weekly. The new season starts on November 1. Rules and regulations are simple and will be explained to newcomers when you sign in. COME JOIN US. For more information, contact Jim Cottrell at jdcottrell@cox.net

GOLF—COUPLES PUTTING

The Couples Putting Club is a charter club at The Grand in Surprise, AZ. We are a putting only club that plays on an 18-hole course that is set-up differently each month. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for experienced golfers and novices alike to compete on the putting green and at the same time, have fun and make new friends. Above all, we want our members to enjoy themselves while utilizing our wonderful putting facilities at the Cimarron Center. For more information visit our website: scgcouplesputtingclub.golfgenius.com

GOLF—MEN’S 18 HOLE GOLF CLUB

Enjoy competition and have fun.   Test your golf skills and make new friends while enjoying a round of golf on our beautiful community golf courses. The SCG Men’s 18 - Hole Golf Club welcomes resident golfers to join our club and compete for bragging rights and prize money in weekly tournaments. We play our tournaments on Wednesdays under USGA Rules of Golf and use the USGA’s Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN) for tracking handicaps. Participants are flighted based on handicap and generally play with other golfers of similar ability. Our season starts the first week of November and runs through September. Membership information/ applications can be obtained in the Granite Falls Pro Shop or by visiting our website at www. scgmgc.com. The 2022 Membership Chairman is Tom Jones. The club currently has over 400

members and we invite you to join our roster.

GRAND HIKERS

Take a Hike! Our Grand Hikers club provides members a chance to enjoy and appreciate the splendor and beauty of our Arizona trail systems. Throughout the year we offer day hikes in varied terrain and elevation for members with different hiking abilities. Join us to discover places you would never visit on your own and get up close and personal to the great outdoors. We schedule two out-of-area overnight trips annually (think Moab, Kanab, Sedona, etc). If the deserts, mountains and canyons are calling you to enjoy healthy exercise and the challenge of hiking - along with friendly camaraderie - this is your group! In addition we schedule fun social gatherings to get to know each other outside of our hiking element and form lasting friendships. The Grand Hiking group is committed to safe and responsible experiences. New members are invited to participate on an introductory Hike prior to joining.

Summer Season (May–September): One moderate hike a week with an optional breakfast post-hike. No membership meetings are held. Contact Membership Team below to begin your summer hiking adventures! The schedule is available on our website, www.scghikers.org

Peak Season (October–April): Includes midweek day hikes and occasional Saturday hikes. Information on Peak Season hikes and meetings will post in October.

Membership Director: Leslie Paul, 775-427-4438

Membership Co-Director: Darlene Ayers, 847909-1904. Email: membership@scghikers.org

LANGUAGE CLUB

The SCG Language Club would like to increase its foreign language offerings to our residents. We currently offer Spanish, French, Italian, German, and ASL (American Sign Language). We need volunteers in any other languages, to teach our resident students. We would also like to start ZOOMING CLASSES and need volunteers to ZOOM. If you have an interest to participate, come join us at the Ocotillo Building! New classes begin the first week of October. Current German and Italian classes meet through the summer. Email president@grandlanguageclub.com.

LAWN BOWLING

We welcome all levels and ages to join us for a relaxed but competitive game. We have one of the best greens in the country and it is situated just behind the tennis courts. You absolutely have to check this out and then ask about the free introductory lessons we offer. See more information on suncitygrand.com or go direct to our website at www.grandlawnbowling.org for starting times, contact information, pictures and much, much more or contact David Shaw at 623584-2743.

MAH JONGG

Our door prize giveaway for the summer continues called FIVE FOR FUN. Randomly throughout the summer we will be drawing for $5 door prizes. Join us in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room on Tuesday from 12 PM to 4 PM afternoon or Wednesday evening from 5:30 PM to 9:00 for a chance to win. The “big hand” of 2023 has still not been reached. If a club member wins that hand, please let a board member know, and they will give you the prize money for that hand. The next Mah Jongg Tournament is scheduled for August 8, cost is $15. There will be a sign-up sheet at the front desk fairly soon. As usual, there will be no regular play on August 8. Interested in learning how to play this exciting game? Send us an email about our lessons coming up in October. Our email address scgmahjongg22@gmail.com or check out our website: www.scgmahjongg.net.

MUSIC CLUB

The Grand Music Club is composed of residents who share a love of music. It is dedicated to the performance of Vocal and Instrumental Music for the enjoyment of both our participants and the general public. Its activities give members performance opportunities as singers and

instrumentalists, both singly and in groups. Members also participate in production, technical, and backstage activities for our shows and support the club through Board and committee functions. There’s a place for everyone! If you have an interest or need further information, please visit our website, www.scgrandmusicclub.com, or contact Jim Ward at president@scgrandmusicclub.com or 623-266-3606.

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, no pressure setting.  We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month (October - May), at 1:30 pm, in the Cimarron Club Room.  Please contact Don Bollard at 623-5331237 or www.SaltyDawgsMusic.com for more information.  FREE

SONGWRITERS OF GRANDFor people who aspire to write a song.  If you have written songs, thought about writing a song or would just like to explore the idea of writing a song, please come and find out what it's all about.  Lyricists, composers, strummers and hummers are all welcome.   Bring your song

lyrics, a recording of your song melody, as well as your songwriting instrument, if you choose.  An electric piano and a guitar will be provided. The sessions are not held in the summer months.  Future meetings will resume in the fall.  If you have any questions about this new group, please contact Frank Maglio at art@magliosart.com. Note:  Attendance is free to all members of the community.  Those who participate (singing or playing their songs) are permitted to  do so as guests.  However, after 3 guest sessions, they need to join the Music Club if they are not already members.  Membership fees are $10 per year (January through December).

PAPER ARTS & MEMORIES (PAM)

Wondering how to escape the summer heat?  Come visit us at Paper Arts and Memories or PAM for short.  This club, designed for card making, scrapbooking and other paper crafts, meets each Monday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Join us in the Hopi and Pima rooms at the Chaparral Center.  Our members have access to classes with new and fun card making techniques.   The classes are taught by fellow members of the club. Stop in, and one of our ambassadors will be happy to give you a guided tour of our space.  Learn what tools are available while observing card makers and scrapbookers

(both digital and paper formats) at work.  Interested in joining?  Our dues are $20.00 for 2023 for all with a CAM card.  Contact us at grandpamprez@gmail.com with questions or to indicate your interest.  PLEASE NOTE:  Our Card Boutique will only sell cards once per month during the summer months.  It will be open for business on June 12, July 10, August 14 and September 11 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.  in the hallway outside our meeting room.

PET CLUB

The next Pet Club meeting will be held on Friday, October 20th at 10:00 in the Sonoran Plaza.  Speaker to be determined.

SAVE THE DATE

Howl-o-ween Pet Party

Tuesday, October 31st at 10:00 – small dog park

GRAND PHOTOS

You have the skills and the drive to create memories worthy of public viewing. You just lack the means to clean up your photographic clutter and organize it into a worthwhile project. If you were a member of the Grand Photo Club, you would have access throughout the year to the tools needed to eliminate that clutter and take your photography to the next level.

One such tool being offered to club members in August is the class: Build Your Own Website for Free with Adobe Portfolio. The course will take you on a journey to design a website to showcase your photographs. The website can be used as a window into your own specific creativity or for profit.

This class is one of the many free classes Photo Club members enjoy year round. Some classes are offered for a fee during the year for non-members. Whether a rookie or a seasoned photographer, the club offers the tools needed for your photographic journey. Membership includes free classes, special interest groups, travelogues, a monthly slideshow of member photographs and the camaraderie of other photographers. A digital darkroom is a plus.

Join today, and you will have immediate access to those benefits and others. For more information, scan the QR code, visit https:// grandphotos.org or stroll over to the Photo Studio during open hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9-noon. Check out the wide array of photos on display and for sale. A slideshow of members' work will also be on display in the studio or through accessing the website. To join, click on the Membership button on the home webpage.

While many of the usual events are on hiatus until the snowbirds return in the fall, there are still activities available for members who remain during the summer months. Keep an eye on the Grand Photo website throughout the month for

spontaneous events and challenges. In August, members can take advantage of the following activities:

CLASSES

Build Your Own Website, Aug. 16 and 23, 2-4 p.m. This virtual ZOOM class is designed for intermediate and advanced photographers and will utilize tools in the Adobe Photography Suite for creating websites. If participants plan to create a website, they will need a subscription to the Adobe Photography Suite.

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (SIGS)

Studio Lighting: Aug. 7

Learn to use light in a studio setting to creatively enhance portrait and still life photographs.

Image Sharing: Aug. 21

Share your individual videos and still images with fellow photographers for their enjoyment and discussion.

Wildlife: Aug. 24

Learn the ins and outs of capturing wildlife in image form, and taking unique photos of birds, mammals and creatures that venture into your daily lives. Participants can share photographs, while explaining the equipment used, exposure settings, methods and techniques.

Mirrorless Cameras: Aug. 24

Information exchange and experiences members have had with their Sony mirrorless cameras.

BENEFITS RETURNING IN THE FALL Reception and Showcases: Featured Artist and Photographers’ Showcases.

Full Array of Classes Travelogues

DID YOU KNOW?

Grand Photos has its own darkroom, which includes equipment such as a Digital Image Converter. The converter allows users to make jpeg images of photos (up to 5x7 inch), negatives and slides to save on a memory card. For more info, check back on the Grand Photo website or future issues of Lifestyles.

GRAND PICKLEBALL CLUB

The Grand Pickleball Club is a great place to meet other fun-loving active residents, and get a great workout!  There are 22 pickleball courts located at the Cimarron Center. The club offers introductory lessons and has ongoing group lessons, clinics and ball-machine drills all designed to help you learn pickleball skills.

Check out the club website at www.grandpickleball. org. The website is updated regularly and includes information about how to join, daily activities and how to reserve a court.  Any Grand resident can make court reservations at any time that is not set aside for club functions. Court reservations are displayed on the monitors located in the pavilion and in both breezeways.  If you are unable to use your reservation, please delete your reservation so that other residents can use that time. Non-marking, court shoes are recommended.

For more information check website www. grandpickleball.org

Hope to see you on the courts soon!

PINOCHLE

THE SCG Pinochle is Welcoming new members to play Pinochle on Tuesday and Friday starting at 6 PM and ending by 8:30 PM. All skill levels are welcomed and we will train any new members interested in playing. On Tuesday we play single deck Pinochle and on Friday we play double-deck Pinochle. We are a fun-loving group that enjoys tournament playing for those interested and a year-end banquet.

Contact the club President - Larry Sebastian @ 480-376-3819 or our club Vice PresidentTrudy Morone @ 602-509-7201 if you would like additional information. Looking forward in hearing from you.

POKER CLUB

Come join the fun for various poker games.  All residents are welcome.  We offer Texas Hold’em, 7 Card Stud and Omaha-High/Low, with buyin costs from $10-$30.  For a small fee we have lessons to help you learn the game.  Additional cash games are available.  For more information on what we offer, please contact John Luher, President, at jluher@gmail.com or visit our website at http://scgpoker.org.  MAY THE CHIPS BE WITH YOU!!

RV CLUB

Have an RV and want to travel with a fun group of fellow Grand residents or you don't have an RV but want a fun group to socialize with at our meetings with pot lucks, pizza parties and Ice cream socials well come on over to the Grand RV’ers next meeting, any SC Grand resident is welcome, you don't need to own an RV to become a member. Our meetings are usually the 3rd Tuesday in Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, March and April with our Christmas party in December.

Previous members who sold their RVs are encouraged to rejoin for all of our great comradery! For more info call club President Mike Dawson @ 925-727-4625 or Membership Chair Sharron Navratil @ 602-430-0820

SHALOM CLUB

The Shalom Club is welcoming new members and we invite all Grand Residents to join us! We’re a fun–loving and energetic social club with over 300 members who enjoy a variety of social, educational and cultural activities related to Judaism, although we are not a religious group. We have an annual calendar of diverse Monthly Program Meetings and our members host many fabulous Socials throughout the year. We also enjoy our partnership and periodic socials with all the West Valley Shalom Clubs. Check out our Club at www.scgshalomclub.com for the latest on events and activities. For more information, or if

you would like to join us as a guest to look us over, please contact our Membership Director, Donna Davidson, membership@scgshalomclub.com or 925-216-2129 or Debbie Harris, 623-399-3200.

SINGLES CLUB

The Singles Club is an active social club in The Grand. We provide a caring and supportive environment with activities that offer opportunities for members to share interests, develop friendships and enhance a great quality of life. A variety of monthly events may include Theme Dinners, Poker Night, Game Night, Crazy Bocce, Trivia or other specially arranged outings. Check our website for additional information – www.scgsingles.com.

AUGUST 2 | WEDNESDAY | 1-3 PM

SINGLE’S CLUB BOARD MEETING … will be held in the Phoenix Room in the Palm Center. If you wish to attend, please call Interim President Marge Trudell (623) 975-9849.

AUGUST 3 | THURSDAY | 6 PM | $15

TRIVIA NIGHT… Come join us in the Cimarron Club and test your trivia knowledge on a variety of subjects. You don’t need a team to play…teams will be selected randomly that evening. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Your $15 includes a sub sandwich, chips and dessert. Bring your own soft drink. Hosted by Renee Rut (623) 2669047 and Roger Tharp (408) 391-7337. Make your reservation and pay $15 by Monday, July 31. Guests are additional $5.

AUGUST 9 | WEDNESDAY | 6-9 PM

GAME NIGHT .... Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mah jongg, cards & shuffler for hand & foot, Rummikub, or any other game). Also bring your own soft drink. Come to the Cimarron Club at the Cimarron Center (on the 2ND Wednesday each month). Hosted by Maxine Sanborn (623) 6946502.

AUGUST 13 | SUNDAY | 6-9 PM | $20

COLOR YOUR WORLD WITH THADDEUS

ROSE! Calling all music and dance lovers!

Thaddeus Rose will be entertaining us on Sunday August 13th from 6-9 pm at the Cimarron Center. There will be a cash bar and a variety of snacks. Linda Klinkel (303) 903-3749 and Lois Joseph (330) 590-0530 are hosting the event. We encourage you to bring guests so we can fill the dance floor. Thaddeus is a wonderful entertainer and he plays a lot of good dance music. The last day to purchase tickets is Monday August 7. Members $20 – Guests $25. See you there!

AUGUST 16 | WEDNESDAY | 10-11 AM

PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBER MEETING … Come to the Phoenix Room at 10am at the Palm Center (on the 3rd Wednesday each month) to learn about our club and all it has to offer. Hosted by Diane Dugovic (847) 867-1713.

AUGUST 17 | THURSDAY | 6-9 PM | $15

POKER NIGHT … Your reservation includes pizza and game chips. Bring your own soft drink. Prizes given. Beginners and guests of members

are welcome. Meet at the Cimarron Center in the Cimarron Room (on the 3rd Thursday each month). Make your reservations and pay $15 by Monday, August 14th. Guests add additional $5. Hosted by Jan Clark (623) 810-2236 and Rick Haskell (623) 810-5068

AUGUST 23 | WEDNESDAY | 6-9 PM

GAME NIGHT … Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mah jongg, deck of cards and a shuffler for hand & foot, Rummikub, or any other game). Also bring your own soft drink. Meet at the Cimarron Club in the Cimarron Center (on the 4th Wednesday each month). Hosted by Roger Tharp (408) 391-7337 and Pat Olszewski (814) 392-5391.

AUGUST 25 | FRIDAY | 6-9 PM | $5 COOKIES & CREAM. Member Appreciation Event… Homemade cookies and ice cream. Several flavors of ice cream (some sugar and dairy free) plus all the toppings. Bring your own soft drink. Prizes. Friday August 25, from 6-9 pm at Cimarron’s Gila Room. Please buy your $5 ticket (guests $5) by Monday August 21. Member’s ticket will be refunded at check in . Hosted by Randy Crook (623) 388-3190 and Ann McGrath (623) 680-5885.

SOCIAL GAMES

Social Games Charter Club is comprised of 5 Special Interest Groups. These interest groups are as follows:

CHESS:

Tucked away in The Grand, three times a week, we play Chess and forget about everything else. It’s true, while playing Chess with us, you think only of Chess, an inexpensive (no membership fees) and calorie-burning activity (yes, it’s true, you burn lots of calories playing Chess).

You’ll need to know the basics as we won’t be spending too much time teaching, but we are welcoming and friendly to everyone, even if you aren’t Bobby Fischer!

So, check us out, Mate. Just show up, with or without a board and pieces, and be ready for a rewarding escape. We usually meet in the Agua Fria room (Cimarron) at 11:30 -3:30 Monday and Wednesday and the Sago Room at the Palm Center on Friday. This is subject to change, so call us first at 623-293-2884 for Paula, or 203-979-1194 for Marty.

CRIBBAGE:

We play in the Pima Room at Chaparral Center on Tuesdays from 9:00- 11:30 a.m. We start promptly, so please come at least 15 minutes early to sign up and get acquainted. We collect $4 to play, which is awarded back to the winners. You are invited to play three times as our guest. Our dues are $5 per year.

HAND & FOOT

We play every Tuesday at 1:00 in the Pima Room at Chaparral Center and Friday at 6:00 in the Agua Fria Room at Cimarron. We play two games and draw cards for random partners each game. You will need $4. in quarters and $4 in bills for the

two games. If you have your own cards (6 decks) and shuffler, please bring them. We are currently playing “Progressive Hand & Foot”. For a copy of the rules or questions, please contact Joy Kreick at joykreick@gmail.com. Come and play! We’re a friendly group and try our best to be inclusive no matter your skill level.

RUMMIKUB

Welcome to Rummikub, a top, worldwide board game since 1945, played with tiles but similar to gin rummy and canasta, for 2-4 people. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays and 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month for exciting games. We play in the Pima Room, located near The Café at Chaparral Center. From 11AM to 2PM, we engage in the exciting world of Rummikub, practicing skills and strategic thinking. If you don’t know the new joker rules and the basics, call for a FREE lesson. Come join us to meet fellow Rummikub fans to have fun. For info: Barbara Powers: 480-567-2533 or barbs.rum@ gmail.com.

STAMP COLLECTING

We meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm in the Pima Room in the Chaparral Center. Meetings are always open to anyone interested in collecting postage stamps, whether to learn about stamp collecting, discover the worth of an existing collection or to donate a collection to a non-profit tax exempt foundation. Our friendly group will encourage your interest in stamps, whatever it may be. More info is available from Gene Trinks at 602339-8243 or gctrinks@cox.net.

SOFTBALL

Who wouldn't want to be a kid again? Lasting friendships are formed through a game for kids! We play all year long on the beautiful Del Webb Ballpark on Mountainview just west of Goldwater. Stop by any day and meet some great guys and gals; all of whom are there to have fun and relive their youth. There are four different seasons each year as well as different skill levels for annual and parttime residents. We have special events throughout the year. Pick up an application at the field or online at our website: Click on the Club tab for the New Member Application.

SPORTS MEMORIBILIA

Contact: Steve Rothschild sbaron24@aol.com

STITCHER’S

STITCHERS; FIBER, FABRIC & BEADS— CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS A CHARTER CLUB

We Weave and Spin, do all types of Needlework, General Sewing, Machine Embroidery, Beading, Quilting—and donate our time to help with Community Service. We have a knitting machine, embroidery machines, sergers, looms, sewing machines and a longarm machine.

Each day is dedicated to one our fiber arts Special Interest Groups. Come by the Palm Center, Grand Stitchers Studio, see what we create, and find out how easy it is to get certified on one of our machines or looms.

MONDAYS: SEWING AND MACHINE EMBROIDERY

Sewing: Already know how to sew? Great! Come join our classes where qualified instructors take you every step of the way. Want to learn? We can teach you the basics and a little bit more.

Machine Embroidery: Learn how to embroider on towels and placemats, make stand up decorations for the holidays, spiffy up your pant legs and more!! We start you at the beginning and help you through any and all projects. Experienced members are more than willing to offer assistance. Come join the world of machine embroidery.

TUESDAYS: NEEDLEWORK

Needlework means hand sewing like crochet, knitting, felting and hand appliqué. We offer classes on all of these techniques, plus we have a knitting machine you can get certified on. Imagine knitting a sweater in hours not days!

Needleworks, as part of Community Service also helps out Eve’s Place on the Navajo Reservation knitting and crocheting hats and scarves. Another activity is dedicated to Knitted Knockers. A soft knitted prosthesis for breast cancer patients, all at no cost to recipient.

WEDNESDAYS: QUILTING

We are a group of Quilter who like to cut up material and put it back together in various creative designs. If you know how to piece/quilt, do come join us on any Wednesday. We have a variety of teachers from nationally recognized members to those who would like to pass along their tips, tricks, and techniques. If you don’t know how to piece/quilt, we have classes for that. Meetings are on the second Wednesday of each month. Caring Quilts are on the third Wednesday of each month. Caring Quilts are made by many members, washed, and prepped for breast cancer surgery patients. We also make Quilts of Valor and Quilts for Organ Donors. There’s always room for finishing those UFOs among fellow members.

THURSDAYS: COMMUNITY SERVICE

Dedicated to making projects that benefit Organizations in Arizona and mostly the West Valley: Early Head Start, Eve’s Place, Family Promise, Food Bank, Hospice of the Valley, Luke Air Force Base, Blue Star Mothers, No Kill Animal Shelters, Dell Webb Hospital, and Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

FRIDAYS: BEADING

If you know what TILA, Swarovski, and Czech Glass are, you know some- thing about beading. If you’d like to learn more - or if you know a lot and want to share - Beading will welcome you with open arms. Come see our display of what you can do with a few beads and little know how.

SATURDAYS & THURSDAYS: WEAVING AND SPINNING

Weavers and Spinners enjoy working with all kinds of fibers. We learn about the animals and plants that are the fiber's source; we prepare the fiber with cleaning, carding, dyeing and blending it. Fiber is spun into yarn using spindles and traditional and

electric spinning wheels. We utilize many types of looms on which we create fabric for household items, clothing and art pieces. More information is available on our website grandstitchers.org

Connie Bollard - President 2023 president@grandstitchers.org

623-221-6681

We have pro-rated dues for new members Summer hours: the Studio is open from 9AM - Noon, Monday through Saturday.

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

Looking for a lively, FUN summer activity, during the toasty summer months?

Join our friendly Table Tennis Club in the COOL of Cimarron’s Gila Room. All levels of play very welcome. Just don your athletic shoes and try us out with three complimentary sessions to experience the fun, the exercise, the friendships our club offers.

Grand’s Table Tennis Club prides itself for being friendly and welcoming for all levels of play. Our sport combines healthy fun, low impact aerobic exercise that’s gentle on the joints, and excellent eye hand coordination practice.

We play year-round in Cimarron’s air-conditioned clubhouse. While we love this sport, we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Play is peppered with lots of good-natured laughs.

Just show up when we are in session and join the fun – no reservation required. Any of our members will be happy to assist you in getting started. We have paddles ready for your use. We look forward to welcoming YOU.

Just sign in, with your email and phone #, and tell us you’re new! Yearly membership just $15 ($5 for just the summer).

Interested? For our current schedule, more information… or to just let us know you’ll be joining us, please contact our Club President, Dick Bertrand at Dick@Bertrandonline.com or 925698-2155.

Gila Room at Cimarron Center: Current 2023 scheduled hours: M, Th, F, mornings 9a-noon; Wed, Sat, Sun afternoons 1p-4p.

TENNIS CLUB

Did you know that tennis can strengthen your muscles, increase aerobic capacity, increase bone density, improve coordination, lower resting heart rates and lower body fat?!! The Grand Tennis Club boasts 400 + members and we still have room for YOU!! Your membership of $20 annually enables you to play in “Club Tennis”, use our 3 ball machines to improve your game, attend Club sponsored socials, get Club emails regarding Club activities and it’s a great way to meet new friends! Visit our web site at suncitygrandtennisclub. wildapricot.org for more information.

Many of our friends are leaving for the summer but there are still many ways to get involved:

MEN’S CLUB PLAY

Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Contact Jeff Swartz 623-693-9548

Players are grouped by their rating.

WOMEN’S CLUB PLAY

Monday and Wednesday mornings.

Contact Sue Martell 509-375-1357

Players are grouped by their rating.

OPEN MIXED WEEKLY SIGN UP

Saturday Mornings.

Call Linda Campanelli to register 623-214-1029

3.5 AND UP MIXED WEEKLY SIGN UP

Saturday Mornings.

Call Dave Schaum to register 623-544-1060

UPCOMING EVENTS……

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

PUMPKIN PALOOZA

Sunday October 29

Gila Room @ Cimarron 5-9pm

Past and present tennis members and guests welcome!

LASAGNA DINNER

With salad, garlic bread and dessert

5:30 dinner | 5-9 pm cash bar | Band 6-8pm

Music and games

Costumes Optional with prizes for best costume

Early Bird ticket sales $18 before October 1’st… Online only!

$22 after October 1’st

Non-members can purchase tickets by emailing: Vivian McCurdy

vimacacres@gmail.com

623-759-2627

All tickets include door prize raffle

GRAND SLAM FALL CHARITY EVENT TO BENEFIT RONALD McDONALD HOUSE

November 2-5

CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY PARTY

Monday, December 4,2023

Check out our website for more ways to get involved suncitygrandtennisclub.wildapricot.org

The Grand Tennis Club: “Big enough to meet lots of people, small enough to not get lost”. Happy Hitting!

WOODCRAFTERS

The Woodshop, situated near the Ballpark, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Thursday evenings 6-9 p.m. (always subject to a volunteer Monitor being on duty). The shop is equipped with all the machines and hand-tools necessary to construct furniture and cabinetry. For more information visit our website: http://www. grandwoodcrafters.com

ALASKA INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s): Pamela Gralton Kohnen, 480.292.1992, grandalaskans@gmail.com

Website: Find us on Facebook at "Grand Alaskans" Interest Group Description: The Grand Alaskans welcome all Alaskans living in The Grand. If you enjoy getting together with fellow Alaskans for special events, entertainment, tours, or social hours, this is the group for you. We hold several events October through April.

ALZHEIMERS’S— CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Presented by: Alzheimer’s Association, Desert Southwest

Meets the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, 1011:30 am, in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room for more information or to register call our 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900

Visit alz.org/dsw to learn more about caregiver programs and resources. To further extend your network of support, visit ALZ connected®, our online community, at alzconnected.org.

GRAND BASKETBALL INTEREST GROUP

Grand has provided a temporary basketball hoop at the tennis “stadium” court. Come out and play H-O-R-S-E, “around the world”, a game of 3 on 3 with friends, or just shoot some hoops with the grandkids! It is free to play, and if you need a ball, check one out at the Adobe front desk. It is important to sign the participation book provided near the court – as CAM will consider a permanent court based on the use of the temporary court. Thank you!

BETA SIGMA PHI

Xi Delta Sigma Chapter is a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sun Cities Coalition of Beta Sigma Phi International. The Coalition consists of chapters in Sun City, Sun City West, The Grand, Surprise and the surrounding area. Inactive members, Leave of absence, Members-at-large or transferring members who wish to affiliate with one of these local chapters are invited to contact through text or email a member of the coalition.

Contact Names Karen Montoya at smithmontoya10901@gmail.com or Roberta Chargin at robertachargin@gmail.com Please list your name, degree, status or any pertinent information. Include your phone number, address and email information. If you have an interested friend, then include their information with their permission, a coalition or chapter officer will make contact with you. Chapters hold meetings at various times during the month as well as socials. We, as a coalition, are not a part of the BSP Phoenix City Council but valid members of Beta Sigma Phi International. Membership is by invitation.

BOWLING

Interest Group Description: Grand Mixers – fun mixed league (guys and gals)

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Sally Such, President, 623-975-1377

CANADIAN FRIENDS AT THE GRAND

Interest Group Website: scgcdn.weebly.com

Interest Group Description: We are a group of Canadians from coast to coast who winter in The Grand from as little as a few weeks to up to 6 months. Some own homes and some rent. We meet from Oct to April for coffee, lunches or dinners. In addition, we play everything from bocce / golf /billiards /bowling etc. We discuss common border crossing experiences and try to keep up to date on changes for Visitors Visas on proposed changes. We also discuss problem solving in the desert, from plumbers to landscapers. For more information see our calendar of events on our website. Come on out to one of our fun filled events and who knows you might meet a neighbor, an old co-worker or even a long lost relative from Canada!

Email: scgcanadianfriends@gmail.com

THE GRAND CAR INTEREST GROUP

Residents of The Grand who have a special car (old or new) are welcome to join our group and show their car at our meetings, shows and parades in The Grand. Our annual car show will be in the spring of each year in the parking lot behind the Chaparral center.

For more information contact thegrandcarclub@gmail.com

GRAND CONNECTION INTEREST GROUP

Interest Group Description: The Grand Connection is a social club representing the African-American Community residing in 'the Grand'. Twice a year in May and November, social events are planned which includes music, dancing, fantastic food and insight into the life experience of African-Americans. All residents are welcome. For additional information regarding the group, you may contact Steve Doolittle, 623-533-3455 & Laura Garrett-Williams, 623-215-7884.

COWS, CORN AND CANOLA

Cows, Corn and Canola is a group of retired farmers, ag professionals and people just interested in food production. We come from all areas of the US and Canada. Our activities include organized tours and getting together for conversations and guest speakers. Contact Mark (306) 378-7693 (Saskatchewan). Email— mark82laurie@hotmail.com

GRAND DEMOCRATS INTEREST GROUP

Contact: Bob Walling, VP, 602.573.5942 or granddems.org

Website: www.granddems.org

Meeting Information: Fourth Wednesday of each month in Cimarron Center-Agua Fria (watch website for changes and meeting agenda and speakers). 2023 remaining meeting dates: 9/27, 10/25 and 11/15. Meetings are not held in July, August or December though social events occur throughout the year. See the website for details. For our monthly General Meeting, Cookies, Coffee, and Conversation starts at 6 pm, followed by a business meeting at 6:30 and presentations.

Description: To establish a strong presence in the community to ensure a voice in local Democratic politics; to prepare for upcoming elections by supporting local and national Democratic candidates and participating in Get-OutThe-Vote campaigns; to develop relationships with state, county and local officials holding democratic values; and to inform members about important government issues and actions.

The September 27 General meeting will kick off the 2024 Presidential, Primary and General Election season with none other than Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State. Secretary Fontes, a frequent guest speaker at Grand Dems, will share prominent issues of the day. This is a “not to miss” event , so please plan to come early to sign nominating petitions, meet candidates and learn how you can help this campaign season. Blue Breakfasts are held on the first Tuesday Monthly. Blue Dinners are held on the third Thursday evening monthly. Our Blue Breakfast and Blue Dinner as well as game night and other social activities will continue through the summer and will be held at dates and locations announced on our website at www.granddems.org. Check the home page calendar for details.

Come join us on September 27 for another informative meeting of the Grand Dems!

FOUR WHEELING

Website: www.grand4wheelers.org

Description: The Grand 4-Wheelers are Grand residents who are interested in taking rides off-road into the beautiful areas of Arizona not accessible by standard vehicle. The roads we travel range from “easy” to “moderate” to “difficult.” The rides are for all types of four-wheel drive vehicles (No ATV’s that’s another group). Our rides will allow you to see remote areas of Arizona in the safe environment of a group activity. We provide an environment to learn the off-road capabilities of our vehicles, off-road driving techniques, the use of GPS devices & maps, and available recovery tools. Please refer to our website to see a calendar of future rides, as well as photos and narratives of our previous rides.

FUN DINERS

Description: We are a social group that plans monthly events at restaurants in our area. Just $10.00 per member per year to join. Guests are welcome! Contact: Toni Helgeson, membership, 623-544-5988 www.fundiners.weebly.com

Meeting Information: We send a notice to all of our members throughout the year advising them of our planned activities, either a lunch, dinner, or a happy hour, and we request that they sign up for the event! There is always a gala event for Christmas! Lunches and dinners will be prepaid but you will be on your own for cocktails and of course for any Happy Hours! You may attend as many or as few events as you like. You are able to bring guests, unless we have limited seating! Always check our website, www.fundiners. weebly.com, for forthcoming events and pictures of our past ones! We welcome volunteers to help find new places and to help coordinate events at their favorite restaurants. The annual dues are $10 per person each year.

You may call Gerri at 623-374-7917 or Toni at 623-544-5988 for more information.

GRAND GECKOS

Our own masters swim team right here in Grand! We believe in staying fit and building friendships while having fun. Our workouts are fresh, full of variety and will help you get and stay in shape. While you should be able to swim freestyle for at least 10 lengths, you don’t need to know the other strokes to join us at practice. If you are willing to learn, we are there to provide coaching and camaraderie. Our practices have organized sets that are geared from beginner-level swimmers to advanced swimmers and competitors. We focus on technique to improve your strokes, your stamina, your speed and your endurance. For more information contact swimnut@me.com

HORSESHOES INTEREST GROUP

Most/many of you have played horseshoes at picnics, family reunions, etc. With your renting or owning a home in our community, you have the opportunity to play this fun game, whenever you want, for free. The horseshoe pits (5 of them) are always open. You can even play under the lights!! Additionally, there is a horseshoe group/league that plays every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday each week. Generally, at 8 am. This time is adjusted during the year for warmer/cooler temps in summer/winter. We also have league play with 5 other retirement communities in late winter through early spring. We will provide horseshoes for you to use as well as assistance on "pitching" horseshoes if you might need/want. We can also assist in helping you order your own horseshoes when you find out how much fun the game really is. Open to all ladies and men. The horseshoe pits are located just right of the Dell Web softball diamond and storage building on Mountain View Blvd.

For more information call Tom Conzemius at 218556-2404 or Dave Johnson at 623-308-6036.

IOWA INTEREST GROUP

Connect and socialize with residents and former residents of Iowa. Club contact information: GrandIowaClub@gmail.com

LGBTQ INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s): scg.lgbt@yahoo.com

Website: scglgbt.com

Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/scglgbt Meeting Information: Meets frequently each month.

Description: The Grand LGBTQ Interest Group invites residents to join us for a variety of social activities including dining out, theater, concerts, sporting events, etc. We are about making new friends, socializing and supporting one another. Residents and allies who are looking to connect with other like-minded members of our community are welcome to join.

MINNESOTA INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s): Cecelia Kelly, 612-860-4676, ckelly0330@icloud.com

Description: Born in the North Star State/fall in love with L'toile du nord while living there? Currently a part time resident of Minnesota and/ or live full time in The Grand? Our Minnesota Interest Group welcomes your participation in our social events, nature walk/potluck events, putting contests, wine tastings, casino parties, theater/ dinner parties. Whether you call The Grand your full time or part time residence we would be pleased to have your input regarding offerings that you would find of interest and welcome your participation.

MOMS LIKE ME SUPPORT GROUP

Moms Like Me is a support group whose goal is to reach out to the hurt and hearts of mothers who have experienced the loss of a child. Every day there are thousands of mothers who have lost a child who are living in the depths of despair, feeling they have lost all hope. Our support group falls under the banner of Umbrella Ministries, a network of mothers throughout the United States who have lost a child, and whose soul mission is to reach out with the Lord’s love, to broken hearted mothers. The ways of losing child can be quite broad, from infants to adult children, miscarriages, to a still born death of a full-term pregnancy. Other mothers have lost a child through suicide, a fatal accident or illness.

The death of a child is different than any other loss and only a mother who has experienced that loss can relate to the grief that a mother is feeling.

We plan to meet twice a month in The Grand, location to be determined later.

If you have any questions please call or text Nina Montgomery at 623-606-3160.

NEW YORK STATE INTEREST GROUP

NEW YORK STATE AND FRIENDS INTEREST GROUP

Email: TheNYStateGroup@gmail.com

Contact: Julia Schoen (805) 325-1807

Dues: $10 per person per year

CALLING ALL FORMER NEW YORKERS

AND FRIENDS… We are a newer group looking to expand. Though most of our current membership originally called New York State home, we are open to all with an interest in having fun. Recent events have included Get-to-know-you Happy Hours, a Sunset Music Cruise, and DJ Music Bingo with cash prizes.

Events on the horizon for the upcoming year are a pool party, a repeat of both the very successful DJ Bingo and the Sunset Cruise on Lake Pleasant, and possibly, a Mets/Diamondbacks game. Also planned are get-togethers for smaller groups, focused on specific boroughs, areas, and neighborhoods of New York and surrounding areas, so that the participants can reminisce about schools, hangouts, and friends they have in common.

We welcome spouses, significant others, and anyone with an interest in a vibrant, fun-loving group of folks. For information, please contact Julia Schoen at (805) 325-1807.

HERE IS AN UPDATE ON UPCOMING EVENTS:

1. Wednesday, August 16th 6-8 pm—Pool Party

2. Friday, September 8th— Lunch at Chef Peter’s Bistro. 11:30 pm. Please contact Julia at theNYstategroup@gmail.com to sign up.

3. Oktoberfest Celebration at Haus of Murphy October 14th. This event is currently sold out. But if you are interested please contact Julia at theNYstategroup@gmail.com to be on the waitlist.

4. Thursday, November 9th—Welcome Back Get Together more information to follow.

PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP

The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Support group has moved to Grace Community Church, 16165 W. Mountain View Blvd #4900, Surprise, AZ 85374 Held on the 1st Wednesday of the Month 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Please contact Kristina Watts at 602-406-4921.

POLISH-AMERICAN INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s): Dorothy (Rzeszutek) Higdon, 218-8213033, odette46@cox.net

Meeting Information: Meetings are scheduled periodically during the year to correspond with new matters of significance and availability of speakers, at which time an e-mail is sent to all members. Notification is also sent regarding any known Polish-American activity in the Phoenix area.

Description: Sharing of Traditions, Customs, Travel, Delicacies, and History. Socializing while receiving cultural enlightenment concerning holidays and also cuisine with regards to Catholic, Jewish and non-denominational citizens.

Enjoy the long-established foods of Poland through planned luncheons and tours of Polish-American restaurants, bakeries and delis in the Phoenix area. Translation is also available through Maya Zubriski, mariazubriski@gmail.com, 623-546-6960

GRAND CENTRAL RAILROAD INTEREST GROUP

If you enjoy large scale (G Scale) outdoor model trains, the Grand Central Railroad Interest Group is the place for you. From operating trains, painting buildings, decorating and landscaping, track maintenance, electrical service and repair, to public relations and more…. there is literally something for everyone. While most members own and operate their own trains, it is not a requirement to join the group. Our primary function is operating and maintaining the Model Railroad Park for the enjoyment of our members, residents and visitors, young and old alike. The Railroad Park is located near the tennis courts behind the Chaparral Center. Trains run on a regular schedule as posted at the Railroad Park and on our website (GrandCentralRailroad. info). Please stop by during operating hours and introduce yourself. We will be happy to show you around and tell you more about what we do. For additional information or to make special requests, please contact chairman@ GrandCentralRailroad.info

GRAND REPUBLICANS INTEREST GROUP

Please see our website: grandrepublicans.com for the latest information on meeting location, speakers and much more. Read our mission, vision and values statements under the ABOUT tab. Board contact information is under Useful Links. Monthly meetings will continue through the 2024 election.

Grand Republicans meets on the 3rd Saturday morning each month. Doors open at 8:30, coffee and pastries available by 9:00, with meetings starting at 9:30. Guests are always welcome. There is a $2 fee for non-members to help defray the costs of the meeting room, and a tip jar is available to help pay for the pastries and donuts. At press time we were looking forward to our July 15 meeting, where we will be hearing from Jerry Sheridan, who is running for Maricopa County sheriff, and Rob Canterbury, running for the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Sheridan has over 38 years of law enforcement experience at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, including 33 years in leadership positions, rising from Corporal to Chief Deputy, the highest-ranking uniformed position.

Rob Canterbury is known as an organized, articulate security professional (military and civilian) with over 20 years of progressively responsible experience in the strategic areas of operations and staff development.

On August 19 we will meet and hear from Mr. Jeff Zink and from the well-known and popular General Michael “Mick” McGuire. Both will offer

perspective on the “Jan 6” event at the Capitol –“The People’s House.”

Jeff’s son Ryan has been wrongfully charged with trespassing on federal grounds on January 6, 2021. Ryan is innocent, yet is facing 22 years to life, if convicted.

Jeff was also in Washington DC on January 6th, 2021 and saw first-hand what happened that day. While neither went into the Capitol, Ryan was charged with trespassing on federal grounds and buildings, entering the capitol, and crossing a barrier, none of which are true.

General McGuire is a retired Air Force Major General who has lived in Arizona most of his life. On January 8, 2021, he was ordered to send Arizona National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. in response to the 2021 United States Capitol attack. McGuire was the only adjutant general of the 54 state and territory adjutant generals to refuse the order due to concerns about the legality of the mission. He retired three months later.

On September 16 we look forward to hosting Mr. Tyler Boyer, Chief Operating Officer for Turning Point Action, the 501(c)(4) organization that operates the nationwide youth effort “Students for Trump.” We are hopeful that Charlie Kirk, Founder of the organization and dynamic national figure, will join us that day, as well.

STATE OF MINDFULNESS

The Grand State of Mindfulness Interest Group is a mindfulness community, practicing together, bringing peace, compassion, and gratitude to our selves and those around us. Group meditation can help develop a real connection with people while tapping into the same silence and source of peace, all at the same time. The Grand State of Mindfulness Interest Group is focused on science and evidence based tools and resources. We are not based in any religion or spiritual beliefs; however, we do believe in religious harmony and all are welcome.

MINDFUL MONDAYS

8 monthly Drop/in meditation opportunities OctMay. First Monday of each month.

GROUP MEETINGS

Group meetings are facilitated group discussions that begin with a topic introduction and end with a meditation. Group to meet at least 3 times per year.

MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION, AN INTRODUCTION

Information to follow regarding an introduction/ refresher course.

For those interested in enhancing wellbeing and resilience join us!

For more information check out our website—SCGstateofmind.com or email us at SCGstateofmind@gmail.com

TRAP SHOOTING GROUP

Contact(s): Mark Wood, 623-308-5018, woodyson@cox.net

Meeting Information: We meet every Wednesday at 9 a.m., weather permitting.

Description: We are an informal group of average skilled trap shooters that meet weekly at the Ben Avery Clay Target Center (W. Carefree Highway), shoot several rounds of trap and socialize about various shooting sports. We occasionally venture over to the sporting clay and skeet ranges during the year when the trap ranges are reserved for tournament shooting. Besides trap shooting, the members discuss activities that foster a network of things to do, places to visit and assistance with shooting technique and gun safety for all shooters. If you are interested in joining our trap shooting group, please contact us for specific location information and other details necessary to prepare for a fun experience.

VALLEY OF THE SUN MONTANA CLUB

Valley of the sun Montana Club is currently accepting registration for the 2023-2024 season. If you would like an application to join the club, email Membership Chair Audie Morigeau @ audiej45@yahoo.com. Please note application fees are $5.00 per person. Payment must be received by September 30th.

By sending in an application you will receive email updates on all our activities. We will be kicking off the fall season with a picnic in October, followed by the Football Frenzy game in November @ Brookside. Last year we had to limit this to club members only due to the popularity of this event. We also host a wine and cheese reception along with out patio party and Lake Pleasant Boat Cruise and much more!

VALLEY OF THE SUN SKI CLUB

Valley of the Sun Ski Club calling all skiers! We meet on the 1st Thursday of the month at the Kuentz Rec Center in SCW starting in November thru April. We have 2 great trips planned in 2024. Telluride, January 7-12 and Snowmass, Colorado, January 28-February 2, 2024. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Judy Ainsworth 602-909-4333.

WASHINGTON STATE

Contact(s): Susan Brinkley, 206-276-2080, susanbrinkley7@gmail.com

Meeting Information: Notification of events are sent via email to individuals who sign up on the roster. Events will be included in the Grand Lifestyles publication and will be posted on the community bulletin boards at the Cimarron Center and Sonoran Plaza.

Description: The Washington State Group provides opportunities for interested Washingtonians to get acquainted and enjoy common interests. Events have included socials, golf tournaments, hiking, and attendance at Spring Training Mariner games. Volunteering is critical to keeping this interest group vibrant. Ideas for future events are always welcome.

WINE TASTING

Interest Group Description: The group conducts tastings of wines from countries of the world. Each tasting begins with an introductory educational preview of the topic, followed by the wine tasting done in an informal atmosphere. Light foods and finger desserts are available. Members have the opportunity to learn about wine and find new varietals to enjoy and also meet and befriend fellow wine enthusiasts. Meeting Information: We meet on the second

Tuesday of each month except July and August at 7:00PM at the home of a member host. Annual dues are $10 per person and the tasting fee is $15 per person. We also have an annual multi course Wine dinner featuring cuisine from around the world prepared by a fine local restaurant and paired with quality wines of the region.

Contact for the Wine Interest Group: Judy Helderman, 623-322-9425, jhelderm@yahoo.com

WISCONSIN INTEREST GROUP

If you would like to learn about the Wisconsin Interest Group, visit our web site www.wigazinfo. weebly.com. Click on the ‘Contact Us’ tab and send us a note. We can also be reached at wigmessage@gmail.com. You need not be from Wisconsin to join. We have members from across the country. All share a common desire to meet new friends, engage in diverse activities including dining at area restaurants, catered dinners, bus trips in Arizona, Nevada, California and much more. Check out planned events on the web site. Our next monthly breakfast will be at Tivoli Gardens on August 4. To all our members, wishing you a safe and pleasurable Summer with family and friends. Our Fall season will commence with our annual celebration at Culver’s in Surprise on October 24.

COMMUNITY

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES

FOR PICKUP LOCATIONS CONTACT THE TOUR PROVIDER.

KINDRED TOURS

For more information, and a complete listing of tours call Kindred Tours 480-497-2478 or visit the website at www.kindredtours.com.

DREAM GIRLS AT PHOENIX THEATRE

August 23rd | Wednesday | $154

Presented on the Main Stage at Phoenix Theatre, with fabulous front & center seating! From dream to diva… every star has a story in this glamorous, high-energy, Motown-minted hit. This musical, inspired by acts like Diana Ross and The Supremes, tells the story of fame, fortune and competition through gospel, R&B, smooth pop, and disco –featuring hits like “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” and “One Night Only.”

WHITE MOUNTAIN COOL OFF

August 29th–31st | Tuesday-Thursday

$499 (Double Occupancy) $110 (Single Supplement)

Run away with us this summer to Arizona’s beautiful White Mountains and escape the heat of the Valley! We’re off to explore a land of thick pine forests, crystal mountain lakes, lush green meadows and abundant watchable wildlife. This high-country destination offers scenery much like Canada or the Pacific Northwest—and at elevations of 6,500 to 9,000 feet— temperatures that average 30 degrees cooler than the Phoenix area.

THE BISBEE BLOOMERS GARDEN TOUR

September 2nd | Saturday | $119

Nestled into the Mule Mountains of southeastern Arizona, picturesque Bisbee offers a cool day away from the heat of the Valley. We’re looking forward to the 21st Annual Bisbee Bloomers Garden Tour—a quirky event that offers a rare glimpse into the secret gardens of Bisbee’s colorful residents. This year’s tour will feature gardens that are certified wildlife habitats—wildlife friendly gardens that are people friendly too.

THE GRAND CANYON DESERT VIEW

September 6th | Tuesday | $115

Often called the Other South Rim, or even the East Rim by Arizonans, the Desert View area offers some of the most majestic views of the Grand Canyon. More remote and less visited by tourists, Desert View is anchored by the iconic watchtower, built in 1932 and designed by architect Mary Colter. Sitting out on a promontory, the Desert View area is at the highest point on the South Rim, offering views of the Colorado River, Navajo lands and of course, the heart-stopping sights of the Grand Canyon.

LOWER ANTELOPE CANYON & HORSESHOE BEND

September 17th–18th | Sunday–Monday

$449 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) $51 (Single Supplement) Call Kindred Tours for the complete itinerary for this very popular tour.

THE ROCK ART RANCH

September 22nd | Friday | $110

Arizona’s most hidden treasure, the Rock Art Ranch, near Winslow, is a privately-owned 5,000 acre cattle ranch that was once part of the Hashknife Gang Spread. More than a home to cattle and bison, archaeological records show that people have been passing through this area for over 13,000 years— hunting and gathering groups, semi nomadic and later sedentary farmers, and it is considered a sacred site by Native Americans. Chevelon Canyon, a narrow, deep and watered gorge, cuts through the ranch, and thousands of petroglyphs dated from 5000 BC to 1400 AD, etch the steep canyon walls.

THE NORTH RIM OF THE GRAND CANYON

Arizona’s Ultimate Fall Leaves Driving Tour!

September 26th–28th | Tuesday–Thursday

$599 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) $169 (Single Supplement)

Day One: We’ll leave the Valley with a stop for coffee & goodies on our way to Cameron Trading Post for lunch on self. After lunch it’s back in the Transits and we’re headed for Kanab, Utah—an incredibly scenic drive. After checking into our hotel, we’ll take a little time for a refresh, gather for our own Happy Hour and then head out for dinner on self.

Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s back in the Transits and we’re headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon! We’ll explore the North Rim as a driving tour along paved roads, stopping at important viewpoints. We’ll enjoy lunch on self, at the Kaibab Lodge. Late afternoon, we’ll return to our hotel, enjoy our own Happy Hour, and then dinner on self.

Day Three: Breakfast is included at the hotel, then it’s bags out and we’ll head for home, with a stop for lunch on self in historic downtown Flagstaff. Don’t miss this bucket list tour!

STANDIN’ ON THE CORNER FESTIVAL IN WINSLOW

September 20th | Saturday | $110

Winslow, Arizona, the small town made famous by the Eagle’s hit song “Take it Easy,” will be celebrating its 21st annual Standin’ on the Corner Festival, and we are not about to miss it! We’ll enjoy food trucks, a beer garden, and horseshoe tournaments. Most of all, we’ll rock out and dance to live music, at this fun-filled festival that bills itself as family friendly but is widely known to be a boomer’s bash!

FREE SPIRIT TOURS

For more information or reservations please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or reservations@freespiritvacations.com

HOLLAND AMERICA, ALASKA CRUISE

August 6–13 | 8 Days/7 Nights

From: $1,512 pp/double interior Airfare Is Additional

SANTA FE & TAOS NEW MEXICO

August 21–25 | 5 Days/4 Nights

$2,125 pp/double | $3,150 pp/single

Includes Roundtrip Airfare

DURANGO COLORADO

August 28–31 | 4 Days/3 Nights

From: $1,125 pp/double | $1,575 pp/single Airfare Is Additional

MYSTERY TOUR

Friday | September 15

$140 per person

BROADWAY IN THE DESERT

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME

September 18–21 | 4 Days/3 Nights

From: $1,050 pp/double | $1,250 pp/single

GRAND CANYON

SOUTH RIM DAY TOUR

Small Group

Departs 1st Thursday of every month

$225 per person

GRAND TETONS & YELLOWSTONE

Departs 2nd Sunday every month

May–October | 8 Days/7 Nights

$2,599 pp/double | $2,999 pp/single Airfare Is Additional

DESERT MUSEUM AND DEGRAZIA GALLERY

Monday | October 2

$175 per person

2024 G RAND S ERIES

JANUARY SHOWS The

AUGUST FAMILY ACTIVITIES

HALE

THEATRE

PRESENTS DISNEY’S BEAUTY & THE BEAST

50 West Page Avenue

Gilbert, AZ 85233

n Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until August 19, 2023

n (480) 497-1181

n haletheatrearizona.com

The Broadway musical is based on the beloved Academy Award-winning animated feature. “Be Our Guest” and join Belle, Lumiere, the Beast and all their friends for a captivating production of Disney’s magical Beauty and the Beast! Be enchanted by the Tony Award-winning and time-honored Menken, Ashman and Rice score.

Stunning costumes, staging and special effects will delight young and old from start to finish in this rousing story!

DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN FLASHLIGHT NIGHTS

1201 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85008

n Recurring weekly on Saturdays until September 2, 2023

n 480.941.1225

n 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

n dbg.org

Make summer shine at Flashlight Nights. Bring a flashlight and enjoy the Garden after dark with performances, cool treats, handson activities and creature features.

• Family Desert Discovery

• Telescope Activity

• Creature Features

• Glow Chalk Murals

• Scorpion Station

• Mesquite Pitch Paint

• Indoor Market

• Magnificent Mesquite Station

• Awesome Agave Station

• Super Saguaro Station

• Performances

• Pond Station

• Yard Games

• Food trucks, cash bar and s’mores for sale Gertrude’s Restaurant is open until 8 p.m., last seating at 7:30 p.m. The Garden Shop is open until 8 p.m.

DIAMONDBACKS VS REDS

Chase Field 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

n August 24- 27, 2023

n (602) 514-8400

n mlb.com/dbacks

Come see the Diamondbacks vs Reds at Chase Field.

PHOENIX RISING FC VS SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC

Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium

3801 E. Washington Street

Phoenix, Arizona 85034

n Aug 30, 2023

n 7:30-10:30 p.m.

n phxrisingfc.com

Phoenix Rising FC vs Sacramento Republic FC at the Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona.

More information and when tickets go on sale in upcoming eblasts and future Grand Lifestyles.

News and Announcements

COUNCIL ADOPTS FY2024 FINAL BUDGET

At the Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 6, City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The budget reflects Council’s commitment to maintaining the quality of the public services and infrastructure residents value most. In order to address our city’s increased needs due to growth, a focus was placed providing operational and capital funding for infrastructure and increasing programs and amenities that maintain residents’ quality of life.

COUNCIL VOTES ON NEW DISTRICT BOUNDARY MAP

City Council selected a new District Map at the June 6 Council Meeting following a redistricting process that involved the public, a volunteer citizen Redistricting Advisory Committee and an expert redistricting consultant. Redistricting is required by federal law every 10 years following the U.S. Census. The newly adopted district boundaries are in effect now, and for the 2024 primary and general elections.

According to the 2020 Census, Surprise’s population was 143,148, an increase of 21.8% from the 2010 Census, when 117,517 residents were counted. Redistricting redraws district boundaries so each district has nearly the same number of people in it, ensuring all voices are represented equally and fairly. Learn more at surpriseaz.gov/redistricting

SALVATION ARMY

On Wednesday, June 7, Mayor Hall, Councilmember Remley and I donated a total of $4,050 in discretionary funds to The Salvation Army North West Valley. Thank you to Mark and Kathy Merritt for all their hard work and dedication to the center.

2023 SURPRISE RETAIL SURVEY RESULTS

The City of Surprise received more than 5,300 responses to the annual Surprise Retail Survey, and we now have the results! Congratulations to the ‘Top 10 Favorite’ retailers and restaurants. Our community wouldn’t be the same without you! As for the ‘Top 10 Desired’ lists, Surprise residents' number one ask was a Hobby Lobby, which is planned for Village at Prasada near Loop 303 and Waddell Road! Portillos, one of the top-wanted restaurants, is expected to open in 2024 at Prasada North. To view the full results, go to surpriseaz.gov/ retailsurvey.

surpriseaz.gov/redistricting

Aly Cline

Council Member

JUNETEENTH PROCLAMATION

At the Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, Mayor Skip Hall issued a Juneteenth proclamation. This is the second year the City of Surprise has observed Juneteenth as an official City holiday. Pastor Alvin Shepard with Saint Haven Church in Surprise accepted the proclamation.

NEW CITY CLERK SWORN IN

At the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, Kristi Passarelli was sworn in as the next City Clerk. Kristi has served the Maricopa County Elections Department since 1992, most recently as the Assistant Director of Election Services and Tabulation; a role she has held since October 2015. She has also attained a number of certifications, including State of Arizona Election Officer and National Association of Election Officials Certified Election Registration Administrator.

The City Clerk serves as the City’s official records custodian and Chief Elections Officer. The Clerk’s office administers City Council Meetings; attests to all official acts of the Mayor; posts meeting notices; advertises public hearings; handles administrative duties for the Boards and Commission application process; and is responsible for the administration of passport services. Congratulations, Kristi and welcome!

NEWLY SWORN IN BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS

Congratulations to all of the Board and Commission members sworn in at the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 20! This included positions on our Personnel Appeals Board; Veterans, Disabilities & Human Services Commission; Parks & Recreation Commission; Planning & Zoning Commission, Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission; and our brand new Library Commission. Thank you to all of these wonderful residents for volunteering their time to our city! Learn more about our Boards and Commissions at surpriseaz.gov/boards.

ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS

Are you ready to discover arts and culture events in Surprise? From theater performances, gallery tours, poetry readings and more, the City offers a number of events throughout the year. Here’s what’s coming up this month:

AUGUST EVENTS:

Poetry Slam at WHAM ‘Art in Nature’ Exhibition at Surprise City Hall August 18 ● 6 - 8 p.m. Now–August 18 ● 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ● Mon.–Fri.

WHAM Art Center Surprise City Hall

16560 N Dysart Rd. 16000 N. Civic Center Plz.

If you would like to receive text or email alerts regarding City of Surprise Arts & Culture events, please visit surpriseaz.gov/subscribe, create an account and select Surprise Arts & Culture notifications. For questions or more information, please contact Julie Akerly at 623.222.2920.

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

The next regularly scheduled Council meetings will be on August 15 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. You can also watch live on surpriseaz.gov/surprisetv, the Surprise City Gov Facebook page at facebook.com/ cityofsurprise or on Cox channel 11.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

My next monthly Community meeting will be at 10 a.m. on August 22 at The Grand in the Agua Fria Room, 17100 W. Clearview Blvd. I look forward to discussing the latest City news and answering any questions you have.

BOARD COMMITTEES

Architectural Review Committee

Tony Spata tony4grand@gmail.com

Code of Conduct Committee & Covenants

René Mitchell rene4grand@gmail.com

Finance Advisory Committee

Bob Aiken aiken4grand@gmail.com

Food and Beverage Committee (FABC)

Jeff Gibbs jeffgibbs.grand@gmail.com

Golf Advisory Committee

Alan Meyer grandameyer@aol.com

Long Range Planning Committee

Carol White carol4grand@gmail.com

Technology Advisory Committee (TAC)

Doug Brady doug4grand@gmail.com ADDITIONAL

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT

General Manager

Jeff Hochman 623.546.7468 jeff.hochman@livegrandaz.com

Executive Administrative Assistant

Theresa Fleck .................................. 623.546.7468 theresa.fleck@livegrandaz.com

Communications Manager

Christine Helton 623.546.7533 christine.helton@livegrandaz.com communications@livegrandaz.com

Custodial Supervisor

Ken Crossno 623.546.7460 ken.crossno@livegrandaz.com

Director of Golf

Brandon Dougherty ....................... 623.546.7412 brandon.dougherty@livegrandaz.com

Finance Director

David Reber 623.546.7453 david.reber@livegrandaz.com

Fitness Director

Allison Adams ................................. 623.546.7463 allison.adams@livegrandaz.com

Information Systems Manager

Rebecca Bird 623.546.7503 rebecca.bird@livegrandaz.com

Activities Director

Lorena Nieto 623.546.7455 lorena.nieto@livegrandaz.com

Maintenance Operations Director

Scott Phillips scott.phillips@livegrandaz.com

Norma Gaitan 623.546.7551

Membership Director

Debra Goodman 623.546.7435 debra.goodman@livegrandaz.com

Standards Director Jody Snider ..................................... 623.546.7439 jody.snider@livegrandaz.com

Purchasing Specialist

Laurie Segler 623.546.7561 laurie.segler@livegrandaz.com

Volunteer Program Manager

ON-SITE

Denise Alessi 623-546-7451 denise.alessi@livegrandaz.com

GOLF

ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Activities Office 623.546.7449

Sonoran Plaza, 19753 N. Remington Drive

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Grand Learning ........................... 623.546.7470

Chaparral Center, 19781 N. Remington Dr.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Grand Lifestyles Magazine .......623.546.7449 activities@livegrandaz.com

FITNESS CENTERS

Adobe Fitness Center 623.546.7456 19775 North Remington Drive

Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Monday-Friday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Report Landscape/Golf Course

Maintenance/ Water Leaks/Repairs

Submit work order to www.livegrandaz.com maintenance@livegrandaz.com 623-546-7551

After Hours and Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Gothic Landscape .........................760.892.2455

Report Common Area Landscape/Water Leaks/Repairs/Facility Maintenance maintenance@livegrandaz.com623-546-7551

Golf Course Maintenance/Leaks

M-F 623-546-7551 Weekends ...................................... 623-764-0809

Cimarron Golf Course 623.975.5654 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Golf Pro ........................................ 623.975.5657

Desert Springs Golf Course ....... 623.546.7401 19900 North Remington Drive

Kim McCann – Golf Pro 623.546.7403 kim.mccann@livegrandaz.com

Granite Falls N & S 623.546.7580 15949 West Clearview Boulevard

Kevin Reagan – Golf Pro 623.546.7582 kevin.reagan@livegrandaz.com

MONDAY n OCTOBER 23 n 7PM

From Jim Croce to Dan Fogelberg, and Carole King to James Taylor, ROCK ME GENTLY (formerly known as "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.

$25/pp | Doors Open 6:30pm/Cash Bar available

Performance 7pm | Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom

The Grand dining at

The Grand Café

Summer is here at The Grand Café. We have summer hours of operation and a new menu. If you haven't already, come check us out.

SUMMER HOURS: Effective June 22 to September 1

Mon – Tues: 8am – 5pm Wed – Fri: 8am - 7pm

Saturday: 8am – 5pm

Sunday: 8am – 2 pm

CONTACT US: (623) 546-7512

*Hours of operation are subject to change due to business demand, season, holidays, and events

Scan the code to stay in the know with the Sun City Grand Facebook page.

Elevate Your Events

Looking to elevate your upcoming events with delightful cuisine? Look no further than Compass Community Living's catering services.

Get ready to get a burst of flavor to your gatherings. From intimate celebrations to grand occasions, our diverse catering menu offers a delectable range of options to suit every palate.

Let us take care of the food while you enjoy creating lasting memories with your loved ones. Contact us today.

Troy Konz

Troy.Konz@livegrandaz.com 623-546-7441

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