August 2024 Grand Lifestyles

YOURSmile DESERVES A SPECIALIST’S CARE

Dr. Perry Fraiman is committed to offering the best in cosmetic, implant and restorative dentistry. Recognized by his peers as one of the valley’s best dentists, Dr. Fraiman is routinely voted as a Top Dentist by Phoenix Magazine and is faculty at Arizona School of Dental & Oral Health. For more than 23 years, his expertise in the latest procedures for restoration and replacement of teeth has eliminated pain and improved function for thousands of patients.

In 2023 Fraiman Prosthodontics welcomed Dr. Alexis Zucker, who along with Dr. Fraiman, prioritizes building lasting patient relationships and ensuring a comfortable experience. She takes the time to understand your concerns and provides the highest level of care. With a background in Public Health from Tulane University and a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Zucker is committed to providing top-notch care.

We invite you to call 623-975-3115 to schedule your new patient visit.

NEW CLEAN ENERGY ADVOCATE PROGRAM

Why wait for your bill to increase every

“After researching many solar companies, I chose to go with Clean Energy Solar. They had the right program for me and did a clean and quick installation. Their rep seemed knowledgeable and unpretentious. Everything he said about the scheduling, installation, inspections and final service was right on. I am now enjoying my system because of his design and recognition of my energy needs.”

- Alex

Your welcomed to learn about the new Free Clean Energy Advocate Program Seminar for qualified homes.

This is the program that APS does not want you to use, because it works!

07/19/24 @ 11am Sun City West Foundation at the Quail Room 14465 RH Johnson Blvd Sun City West AZ 85375

07/31/24 @ 11am Corte Bella at the Bella Vista Restaurant 22135 N. Mission Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375

08/12/24 @ 11am Sun City Grand, Sonoran Plaza at the Palms Room 19726 N Remington Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

08/14/24 @ 11am Trilogy at Vistancia at The Kiva Club 27980 N. Trilogy Blvd Ste 102 Peoria, AZ 85383

To RSVP, send a copy of your most recent APS Bill to stephen@ cleanenegysolar.org or Call 602-790-2319 and ask for Stephen.

Grand Lifestyles 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@livegrandaz.com. You are encouraged to submit an application for each employment opportunity for which you would like to be considered.

YOURWESTVALLEY.COM AND SURPRISE & DAILY INDEPENDENT

Please cancel delivery of your complimentary newspapers whenever you will be gone—delivery can be restarted upon return—call 623-972-6101

In

of our Mission Statement, we hold to these values:

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.

are a forward looking, fiscally sound community.

encourage an environment of empowerment and personal responsibility.

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/GrandLifestyles-magazine, 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.

JUNE 2024

FINANCIAL RESULTS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING

JUNE 13, 2024

Board of Director Meeting –Summary of Resolutions

BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Directors accepted the Consent Calendar as presented:

1. May 30, 2024, Board Meeting minutes and resolutions;

• The Board of Directors approved to amend the motion approved March 14, 2024, in Index 7 with regard to the 2024 through Q1 2025 Turf Reduction Plan, with the following amended version:

MOTION and second to approve the 2024 through Q1 2025 Landscape Improvement Plan as submitted with an amount not to exceed $550,000 for turf removal, for installing 2,500 new plants, for installing granite, boulders, and rip rap washes, along with installing some artificial turf and concrete curbing –with funding from Unrestricted Retained Earnings, and $200,000 for granite rock with funding from reserves;

• The Board of Directors failed to approve the revised versions of both Charter and Procedures for the Code of Conduct Committee.

MOTION amended and seconded to withdraw the motion to approve the Charter and Procedures for the Code of Conduct Committee;

• The Board of Directors approved tabling this motion so the issue on accused and accuser can be addressed in Section C-4.

JUNE 27, 2024

Board of Director Meeting –Summary of Resolutions

BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Directors accepted the Consent Calendar as presented:

1. June 13, 2024, Board Meeting minutes and resolutions.

2. Rescind Corn Hole Trial previous approved April 11, 2024.

• The Board of Directors did not approve the changes to the Purchasing Policy as submitted – to raise the General Manager’s limit from $20,000 to $75,000.

• The Board of Directors did not approve the changes to the Retained Earnings Policy to include review by the Finance Advisory Committee prior to going to the Board of Directors.

• The Board of Directors approved the 2023 Audit including the Governance Communication to the Board of Directors, Financial Statements, and Management Representation Letter as submitted.

• The Board of Directors approved Purchase Request 24-003CF – Renovate Clay/Glass Studios – Phase 1-2 Architectural and Engineering agreement in the amount not to exceed $285,000.

• The Board of Directors approved Purchase Request 24-004CF – Renovate Photo Studio – Phases 1-2 Architectural and Engineering agreement in the amount not to exceed $45,000.

• The Board of Directors approved Purchase Request 24-007-OP – Holiday Lights – New Three-Year Agreement in the amount not to exceed $161,419 for years 2024, 2025 and 2026.

WEEDS:

FRIENDLY

REMINDER FROM STANDARDS

We all want to maintain the beauty and cleanliness of our homes in The Grand. We also recognize that there are many things that impede us in this common desire. The intrusion of nature in the form of weeds is certainly on top of our list. Weeds do nothing but detract from the effect we sought to achieve when we landscaped our property. Please help us to help you and your fellow owners by ensuring that your property stays free of these unsightly intruders.

VICE PRESIDENT Gabriele Dawson

TREASURER Doug Brady PRESIDENT René Mitchell

SECRETARY Jeff Gibbs

BOARD MEMBER Carol White

BOARD MEMBER Tom Gusich

BOARD MEMBER Ben Serns

Jeff Hochman General Manager

The Grand

2025 Budget

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.

Grand Vision Statement

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

Grand Value Statements

In support of our Mission Statement, we hold to these values:

n We foster relationships built on respect, trust, and effective communications.

n We listen to understand.

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

n We believe in life-long learning and a desire for active well-being.

n We are a forward-looking, fiscally-sound community.

n We encourage an environment of empowerment and personal responsibility.

You just read The Grand’s Mission, Vision and Value’s, so what does this have to do with the budget for 2025? When the team is putting their department budgets together and planning for the future, we are using these guiding principles.

The budget process is one of the most important items that is done all year. The first duty of the Board of Directors as stated in the Bylaws is “Adopting annual budgets which establish each Owner’s share of the Common Expenses.”

The budget is our roadmap for the board, staff and the community. Staff is working hard putting together the budget for 2025 with the goal of keeping the community vibrant, relevant, full of activities and providing great amenities and services to all of you.

GOLF AND FITNESS: ENHANCING YOUR GAME ON AND OFF THE COURSE

Brandon Dougherty, PGA Director of Golf

Golf, often regarded as a leisurely sport, requires more physical fitness and conditioning than meets the eye. From generating swing speed off the tee to maintaining focus on the green, every aspect of the game can be enhanced through proper fitness routines. Here's why integrating golf-specific fitness drills into your regimen can elevate your game to new heights.

IMPORTANCE OF FITNESS IN GOLF

Golf is a sport that demands precision, flexibility, strength, and endurance.

A well-rounded fitness routine tailored for golfers can improve:

1. Swing Speed and Distance: A stronger core and legs contribute to a more powerful swing, translating into longer drives.

2. Flexibility and Range of Motion: Enhanced flexibility allows for a smoother swing, reducing the risk of injury and improving accuracy.

3. Endurance and Focus: Golf rounds can be mentally taxing; physical fitness helps maintain concentration throughout the game.

GOLF-SPECIFIC FITNESS DRILLS

Incorporating targeted drills into your fitness routine can address these aspects effectively:

1. Core Strength for Stability

n Exercise: Plank variations (front, side, and reverse)

n Benefit: Improves stability during the swing, leading to more consistent shots.

2. Flexibility for Fluid Swing Motion

n Exercise: Dynamic stretches like leg swings and torso twists

n Benefit: Increases range of motion, allowing for a smoother and more controlled swing.

3. Leg Power for Distance

n Exercise: Squats, lunges, wall sits, and calf raises

n Benefit : Builds leg strength to generate more power in your drives.

4. Endurance for Consistency

n Exercise: Interval training (running or cycling)

n Benefit: Improves cardiovascular fitness, helping you stay focused over 18 holes.

To maximize the benefits of golf-specific fitness:

n Consistency is Key: Incorporate these exercises into your weekly routine to see improvement over time.

n Consult a Professional: Work with a Grand fitness trainer who understands golf mechanics to tailor exercises to your specific needs. Utilizing the Golf Forever training station at the Cimarron gym is a great introduction to golf-specific fitness. Please refer to the trainer list for more information.

n Recovery Matters: Balance workouts with rest to prevent overtraining and injury.

MEET THE TRAINERS

CHARLES CREVEQUER

(623) 337-3558

Personal Trainer and Sports Performance Specialist for nearly 10 years in West Valley area. Diploma in Kinesiology received in London.

EMPHASIS: Holistic, quantitative approach, involving strength and resistance training, proprioceptive and kinesthesia exercises, pre-habilitation, sports psychology, nutrition and hydration strategies.

DEANN STRAW (623) 302-4945

Over 13 years teaching group fitness classes. Certified AFAA Group Fitness Certification; Fitour P.T. certified.

EMPHASIS: Motivating clients to succeed in their workouts while being safe and offering accountability to obtain results while having fun.

DICK NUNEZ

1 (605) 939-4950

Over 45 years of personal training experience. ISSA Elite Trainer Certification. Other certifications include Personal Training, Fitness Therapy, Sports Performance Nutrition, Adaptive Fitness, and Senior Fitness. Also, a Field Professor through ISSA; training people to do personal training. Specializes in everything from youth to senior, and from rehab to athletic enhancement. Along with his wife Lisa, they developed Fit-In-15 Personal Training.

JAN BAILEY

(602) 206-1270

Over 13 years of Fitness experience. AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.

EMPHASIS: Core strength and stability. This isn’t just my job; it’s my passion.

JEANNE HAWLEY (480) 492-0669

ACE Certified in Personal Training and Group Fitness. Cardio-dance Instructor since 2007. Certifications in Cardio Jam, Spin, Aqua, Bootcamp Training and Tabata. Currently a Black Belt in ATA Taekwondo, and nationwide competitor in Black Belt division.

EMPHASIS: Proper weight training, core strength, toning, balance, stretching and coordination. Making your training time all about you and your needs to achieve the best results possible.

JERRY JEFFERSON

1 (561) 818-9517

Over 10 years in Personal Training. AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. Has traveled the world for training and teaches because he truly wants to help others.

EMPHASIS: Encourages you to listen to your body and honor your limitations. Reminds you that limitations are dynamic and you must be willing to continually seek the boundaries of your limitations to continue to grow.

MARCY RHODUS (623)

680-0053

Over 30 years of Fitness experience. ACSM certified as Health Fitness Specialist, CCA certified as Total Back Care Instructor, and AIFE certified in Older Adult Fitness. Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from University of Kansas in 1986.

EMPHASIS: Back care, posture, stability ball, and training golfers.

MICHELE ZAMORA

(623) 764-7199

Certified since 1990 through AFAA in Aerobics, Group Personal Training, Personal and Advanced Personal Trainer. Certified by Aquatic Exercise Association in Aquatics. Continuing Education Classes in Mat Science, designing exercises for shoulder/knee, longevity training, FAI Senior Specialist.

NAT MOORE

1 (661) 313-3646

Over 38 years of fitness experience, and 55 years as a martial artist. Today, Nat continues to demonstrate excellence in skill and knowledge as a fitness instructor as well as a Martial Arts Master. He is a member and certified in the Aerobics Fitness Association of America (AFAA). He is also a certified instructor for Turbo Kick™, Turbo Flex, Body Pump™, GRAVITY Group, TRX Group and CPR. Nat continues to be in demand to train US military personnel and medical staff. In addition, Nat created his own fitness system, Katacize® EMPHASIS: Listen to your body at all times, stay focused and do your best. You are not in competition with anyone, but yourself.

SHERRY HENNING

1 (713) 392-2119

NASM Certified Personal Trainer and also a Group Fitness Instructor. Over 7 years Personal Trainer and Group Fitness instructor experience. Specialized Certification’s in Senior Fitness and Nutrition.

EMPHASIS: Personal Trainer for individuals, partners and small groups. Focus on fitness being a fun part of your lifestyle.

THERESE ABAIR

1 (561) 281-5895

Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor by AFAA, a certified Pilates and Yoga Alliance 200-Hour ERYT Yoga Instructor, and certified Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Instructor.

SPECIALTY: Active adult and senior fitness.

Golf is a sport that rewards physical fitness and mental acuity. By investing in your fitness through targeted drills and exercises, you not only enhance your performance on the course but also reduce the risk of injury and enjoy the game more fully. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, integrating these fitness principles will undoubtedly lead to a more enjoyable and successful golfing experience.

Lorena Nieto Activities Director

For all things

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

Stay happy, stay healthy and stay safe.

Thank you for your support of your Activities Department.

Hello Grand Residents,

Hope you are “weathering” our Arizona Summer, here in Activities we are trying to keep cool. We have something for everyone, a variety of fun to choose from. Please make special note of our Ticketed Section, there are a few new offerings created especially for you. Your support of these events is greatly appreciated.

INDOORS!!

Friday Night Live – through September 27th

Wine Down Wednesday – through August 21st

DJ Bingo – every Friday night

Karaoke – every Wednesday night Market at Grand

The Market at Grand during the Summer months is a new offering. Join us again, for this new indoor summer event on August 17th, from 9am-1pm. Support this Community favorite!

DJ by the Pool

DJ by the Pool always keeps us cool! Join DJ Gary for an afternoon of tunes. Food and drink are available for purchase, 4-6pm at the Cimarron Pool.

Happy Hour

Enjoying the NEW Happy Hour time? Happy Hours are the 1st (Palm Center) and 4th (Cimarron) Tuesday of every month from 4:30-6:30pm. It is a HAPPY time in Grand. Join us!

Grand Movie Series

Grand Movie Series on THURSDAYS! We are featuring the last in the Ocean’s series…Ocean’s 8 for August 15th. Movie starts promptly at 1pm in the Sonoran Plaza.

Grand Concert Series 2025!

The details are here…please see the EXCITING line-up we have for you in 2025 and due to your overwhelming support – we have added a 7th SHOW! Sales will be In the Office on Tuesday, September 17th and On-Line, Wednesday, September 18th. Tickets are $25 per person per show. Six ticket limit per show.

Concerts, Concerts, and More Concerts

TRIBUTE TO BRUNO MARS

OCTOBER 24TH

Goes on Sale, August 1st

GRAND CABARET THE BEST OF BROADWAY back by popular demand… starring Jonathan Williams

NOVEMBER 23RD

Goes on Sale, September 1st

ABBA HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS

DECEMBER 19TH

Goes on Sale, October 1st

…from monthly Trivia Challenges, to Karaoke and Game Nights…even weekly live music in the Village Center, we hope you will come out and enjoy all that Grand has to offer.

SHAKE BABY SHAKE & THE LOVETTES TRIBUTE TO THE 1950S AND 60S

REBEL A CLASSIC ROCK EXPERIENCE

JANUARY 13 & 14, 2025

ARETHA: THE QUEEN OF SOUL STARRING CHARITY LOCKHART

JANUARY 27 & 28, 2025

PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN AND BILLY JOEL

FEBRUARY 3 & 4, 2025

FEBRUARY 17 & 18, 2025

BOB ANDERSON TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA

MARCH 3 & 4, 2025

TINA TURNER AVIS ELLIS

MARCH 10 & 11, 2025

ONE OF THESE NIGHTS A TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES

MARCH 24 & 25, 2025

12 Unusual Ways to Shed Stress

Lessons from the World’s Blue Zones

By Johnaé De Felicis

The Power 9® principle of Downshifting is nothing new to centenarians in the blue zones –the longest-living people in the world with the highest life expectancy.

Designed to help you achieve a highquality, well-balanced life, these nine principles can also be major stress reducers.

Stress is one of the leading causes of chronic inflammation. It also has direct links to major age-related health issues, from dementia to Alzheimer’s disease. Unlike most of the modern world who prefer to shed stress at the gym or the mall, residents in the blue zones turn to traditional down-to-earth practices to recharge and renew energy.

Time and time again, centenarians manage to survive the leading killers of today: cancer and cardiovascular diseases. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends regular checkups, screenings, vaccinations, and the adoption of healthy lifestyle practices to avoid these underlying health issues. The latter is something that centenarians have mastered over time.

In an effort to dissect how centenarians make it past the age of 100, we have been studying the lifestyle habits of the longest-living, healthiest people in the world. Keep reading for a glimpse of daily downshift routines practiced by Okinawans, Adventists, Ikarians, Sardinians, and Nicoyans.

Okinawans

Okinawa is basically a Japanese Hawaii. Located a thousand miles away from Tokyo, this Pacific archipelago sits right on the exotic ground of the Ryukyu Islands. Okinawans are blessed with warmer climates year-round, allowing them to enjoy the island’s palm trees and sugarsand beaches as often as they’d like.

1Go outside and Get 15 Minutes of Sunlight

Residents are able to get plenty of sunshine year-round. This equips the body to naturally produce sufficient levels of vitamin D, leading to healthier and stronger bones. Senior Okinawans spend optimal amounts of time outside to soak up daily sunshine. In a 6-year study of 16,452 adults, researchers found that seasonal increases in sun time were associated with decreased emotional distress.

Okinawa’s claim to fame is being called “home” by some of the longest-living people in the world. Dubbed “the land of

immortals” by Chinese expeditions, these tiny islands have a reputation for extreme longevity. The people of Okinawa boast one of the highest life expectancy rates. Japanese people not only live longer, but they enjoy more disability-free years.

In Okinawa, they experience:

n Less than 1/2 the rate of dementia

n 1/5 the rate of prostate and breast cancer

n 1/5 the rate of cardiovascular disease

Okinawans take many preventative measures to dodge disease altogether. Over the years, past generations have survived Chinese and Japanese domination, fatal acts of God, and a devastating world war.

The fact that they’ve endured so many hardships contributes to their friendly, yet prideful attitude. Older Okinawans believe in letting the past be the past and focusing on the present. They’re very likable, laid back, and closely in touch with their spirituality. They also enjoy the company of their younger neighbors.

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Get Together with Friends to Have Fun, Complain, and Lend Support

Okinawans in general are pretty sociable as well. Many residents in the area are a part of a moai, an Okinawan tradition. Moais are social support groups that provide residents with a sense of community. It’s their “village” that they see as a safe space to help them through stressful times. When members of a moai need financial or emotional assistance, the others are readily available to support them.

3 Take 10 Minutes to Pray, Meditate, or Reflect Every Day

Ancestors are treated with the highest regard, and the Okinawans go out of their way to maintain a close connection with them. Some take time each day to pay their respects.

4 Get Gardening

Okinawans also make exceptional gardeners. Nearly all centenarians in Okinawa have grown gardens of their own, or have picked up gardening as a hobby. Many of their morning routines start with tending to the fields and arriving home in the afternoons with fresh vegetables. Gardening requires a sufficient amount of physical activity, so it’s a great way to get daily movement while also shedding stress. Several studies point back to the stressrelieving effects of gardening, including this scientific study. It suggests that garden-related activities are an excellent distraction from worrying thoughts. Over the 12-week period of the study, participants also experienced a decline in depressive symptoms.

Okinawans also believe in daily consumption of ginger, turmeric, and other herbs to fight off illnesses. Thus, planting a medicinal garden can give you the best of both worlds between gardening and herbalism.

Adventists

Loma Linda is a treasured find in Southern California, located 60 miles east of Los Angeles. It’s known as America’s “longevity oasis.”

This American blue zone boasts a population of over 21,000 residents, mostly consisting of Seventh Day Adventists.

Adventists abstain from smoking, consuming alcohol and caffeine, and eating foods indicated as biblically unclean, from pork to shellfish. Their vegetarian diets may also significantly reduce their mortality rates, according to Adventist Health Study.

5 Pray, Meditate, or Reflect Every Day

In times of stress, Adventists turn to God. Prayer is their biggest stress-reliever. They also spend optimal amounts of time giving back to their communities. They take every opportunity to pay it forward with acts of service Helping others can take your mind off of stress, which is something that Adventists do religiously.

6 Boost Your Mood with Food

Their diet keeps them in great shape also–physically and mentally. Adventists follow a clean, vegetarian diet that mainly consists of fruits, vegetables, and legumes. They drink sufficient amounts of water as well.

Ikarians

Ikaria is famously known as the place where people forget to die. Located on the Eastern Aegean Sea, residents on the famous Greek Island enjoy exceptional longevity. One in three residents live past the age of 90, and making it to 100 comes as no surprise. One of their secrets to a long life? Well-managed stress.

Ikarians embrace mountain living, a big contributing factor to their lower stress levels. The longest-living centenarians on the islands were typically poor. As a result, they resorted to activities that got their minds off of life’s daily pressures.

Their favorite activities also double as stress-relievers, including:

n Gardening

n Exercise

n Yardwork

n Walks to their neighbors’ homes

7 Take a Nap

To Ikarians, naps aren’t solely reserved for little kids. The entire village goes dead during the afternoon nap time.

You may want to follow their lead and add naps to your daily routine, as individuals who nap regularly may have a lower risk of heart disease (according to this study).

In addition to giving your heart a break, it also further balances your stress hormones.

8 Schedule a Weekly Friend Date

Ikarians value social connections. They spend a lot of quality time with friends and family, experiencing greater long-term health as a result. In 148 separate studies, experts concluded that people who didn’t have close ties to their communities had a 50 percent chance of dying before their 7 ½ year follow-up, compared to individuals who didn’t have an active social life.

Sardinians

Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, located 120 miles from mainland Italy. In Sardinia lies the village of Arzana. From 2000 on, Arzana has had a reputation for housing the highest percentage of centenarians in Italy. The key to their vitality has a lot to do with their methods of stress management.

Sardinian origins date back well over 14,000 years, around the time of the last ice age. They’re known for having genetic distinctions compared to other

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continued from previous page parts of Europe. Local populations possess unique cultural characteristics that are unlike the rest of the country. In most parts of the developed world, centenarian women outnumber men at a 4:1 ratio. The ratio is 1:1 on the island of Sardinia. Not surprisingly, it’s a place where the world’s longest-living men call home.

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Don’t Take Life Too Seriously and Laugh Daily

Their way of downshifting to stress less is funnier than others. There’s no shortage of good laughs on the island, as most Sardinians are natural comedians. Residents love cracking jokes with their friends in the afternoons.

Taking life too seriously is the last thing they want to do. Thus, Sardinians maintain a good sense of humor. Laughter is both good for the soul and for lowering your stress levels. The act of laughing improves overall heart health and can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

10 Plan a Happy Hour

Happy hours are a daily occurrence for many Sardinians. For them, it’s normal to have an end-of-day glass of wine (or two) with friends. Cannonau wine happens to be their favorite. Not like other wines, it has 2-3x the level of arteryscrubbing flavonoids than the rest. Men who consume Cannonau wine in moderation may experience lower stress levels than men in other regions of the world.

Nicoyans

Nicoya is the Latin American blue zones region. The 80-mile peninsula sits right on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. With a relatively small population of 47,000 residents, Nicoyans tend to live past 100 years.

The roots of modern Nicoyans trace back to the indigenous Chorotega. Their ancestors’ traditions included leading stress-free lives.

11 Develop a Personal Purpose Statement

All Nicoyans have a plan de vida, or a reason to live. Centenarians who find success in this region have a strong sense of purpose. They find joy in contributing to the greater good and enjoy roles that make them feel useful. According to research, purpose-driven individuals are more likely to live longer than their peers.

Hard work keeps their focus off of stress and on things that are bigger than them. Nicoyans like to get their hands dirty, so physical work, chores, and activities are right up their alleys. Residents spend a lot of time outside as a result, allowing them to get plenty of vitamin D.

12 Make Friends with Someone Older or Younger Than You

At no surprise, their active lives are just as social. Centenarians in this blue zones region have well-built social networks. Frequent visits from their neighbors are normal.

Like centenarians in other blue zones regions, Nicoyans believe in putting family first. Most families remain in one household–even through adulthood. Parents, their children, and their parents typically live under one roof, allowing them to lean on each other and learn from each other in hard times.

C.H.A.P.S. NEEDS YOU

Community Homeowner A ssoCiAtion PAtrol serviCe

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

We are looking for Grand 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

STEPPING UP TO HANDLE A NEW VACATION WATCH RECORD

The volunteers of C.H.A.P.S. always take pride in serving the community by doing patrols in the early morning hours. This summer is like no other because of the record-high number of houses registered for Vacation Watch. At the end of June, close to 700 homeowners requested this service. By comparison, the number of Vacation Watch houses was around 300 in the years before the pandemic. This year, C.H.A.P.S. responded by adding Vacation Watch days and the members responded by filling the larger number of openings. Some members are doing three or four Vacation Watch outings in a month. In July, there were 12 Vacation Watch days and inspection teams went out 27 times to check houses where

residents are away for the summer. Teams meet at the C.H.A.P.S. office in the Palm Center at 6:30 a.m. and typically visit around 20 houses during a two-hour patrol. Initial inspections of houses newly registered for Vacation Watch require more time. Vacation Watch teams walk around every house to confirm that windows and doors are locked and look for other issues requiring a call to the keyholder, such as an irrigation leak or standing water. Unlocked windows and irrigation problems are the most frequent reasons we need to call a keyholder. Everyone at C.H.A.P.S. is pleased to help keep the community safe. Please contact a C.H.A.P.S. member or attend our monthly meeting if you want to join us.

C.H.A.P.S.

VACATION WATCH

Homeowners who will be away for at least two weeks can ask C.H.A.P.S. to visit their houses periodically to look for any irregularities. You can register your house by using a Vacation Watch Request Form that is available at the Palm Center Welcome Center and Membership Office or go online, www.livegrandaz.com, to complete the form. Return completed forms to the Membership Office. You must designate a keyholder to contact if a problem needs to be corrected while you are away. C.H.A.P.S. does not report homeowner violations to the Standards Office.

EVENING PATROL

Early in the evening, volunteers patrol neighborhoods in Association vehicles to observe and report unusual activity. Open garage doors and street light outages are the main objectives. Patrols are also on the lookout for any type of activity or situation that is not normal.

TO VOLUNTEER

We welcome new members at any time of the year. After joining, you will receive lessons and field training. There are many patrol days each month for flexibility to use your free time. If you are interested, call the C.H.A.P.S. office (623) 546-7553, ask any C.H.A.P.S. member for information, or come to our next meeting, which is at 1:30pm at the Sonoran Plaza on Tuesday, August 27th.

DONATIONS

Our activities incur numerous incidental expenses that are covered by donations. Donations to C.H.A.P.S. may be given to the Membership Office. Make checks payable to Sun City Grand Community Association and designate “Donation to C.H.A.P.S.” Thank you to everyone who submitted donations in May and June as the Vacation Watch house count rose rapidly. We very much appreciate it!

Community Homeowner Association Patrol Service. Everyone is welcome. Make a difference with C.H.A.P.S.

Guiding

TICKETED

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

AUGUST 1 • THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

Grab some friends or come alone and accept the trivia challenge. Teams of up to 6 players and prizes will be awarded to winners. Don’t miss out! *Limited seating is available. Please note tickets must be reserved prior and be presented upon arrival. 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—LIMIT 6 | 6 p.m. Trivia Starts 5:30 p.m. Doors Open | Sagebrush Ballroom

AUGUST 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • FRIDAY GRAND EVENT DJ BINGO

Come out and enjoy this community favorite with DJ Curtis leading the fun. Tickets are limited to 6 per person per night. It’s Bingo like you’ve never imagined! 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—LIMIT 6 | 5:30 p.m. DJ Bingo Starts 4:30 p.m. Doors Open | Chaparral Center, Apache

AUGUST 30 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT THE AMERICAN HIGHWAYMEN —SOLD OUT

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

AUGUST 31 • SATURDAY • GRAND TRIP THE BISBEE BLOOMERS GARDEN TOUR

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 22nd 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 focus on gardens in the Warren district. We’ll also enjoy lunch on self in downtown Bisbee, home to many great little restaurants, so there is sure to be something for everyone. This kooky tour is always so much fun—leaving a little earlier, arriving home a little later, but so worth it! Tickets are available online at livegrandaz.com or in the Activities Office.

$129/pp | Contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

SEPT. 1 • SUNDAY • GRAND TRIP CABARET AT PHOENIX THEATRE

Presented on the Mainstage at Phoenix Theatre, we scored smokin’ hot seats—front and center! Narrated by a mischievous Master of Ceremonies, Kander and Ebb’s Cabaret follows a struggling American writer finding inspiration from the pleasure-filled Kit Kat

Klub and its vivacious English singer. As a shadow falls over the city with the Third Reich rising to power, the Klub’s performers and patrons must decide if they’ll wake up to the evil on their doorsteps or keep escaping to the alluring fantasy world of the cabaret. Featuring classics like "Don't Tell Mama", "Maybe this Time", and the titular song, “Cabaret,” this dynamic masterpiece thinly veils a German city’s tragic trajectory. Prior to the show, we’ll visit Downtown Gilbert’s Heritage District, where we’ll enjoy lunch, on self. Tickets are available online at livegrandaz.com or in the Activities Office.

$139/pp | Contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

SEPT. 5 • THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

Grab some friends or come alone and accept the trivia challenge. Teams of up to 6 players and prizes will be awarded to winners. Don’t miss out! *Limited seating is available. Please note tickets must be reserved prior and be presented upon arrival. 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 | Limit 6 | 6 p.m. Trivia Starts 5:30 p.m. Doors Open |Sagebrush Ballroom

SEPT. 6, 13, 20, 27•FRIDAY•GRAND EVENT

DJ BINGO

Come out and enjoy this community favorite with DJ Curtis leading the fun. Tickets are limited to 6 per person per night. It’s Bingo like you’ve never imagined! 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—LIMIT 6 | 5:30 p.m. DJ Bingo Starts 4:30 p.m. Doors Open | Chaparral Center, Apache

SEPT. 13–14 • FRIDAY & SATURDAY

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! 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. This series features one of our homegrown bands: The CBD Project.

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 Lavallee at 309-397-3680 or Martha Hutton at 623414-0817. Tickets may also be purchased at the Grand Activities Desk (M-F, 8 am - 4 pm).

$5/pp | Doors Open 6pm, Cash Bar available Performances 7pm | Cimarron Center

SEPT. 14 • SATURDAY • GRAND EVENT BAR-B-QUE, BREWS AND ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

Join us for our first in the series of four DRESS THE EVENTS , featuring the 303 West Band for good old fashion Rock ‘n’ Roll!

This themed dinner and dancing event will be held in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom. Contact us in the Activities office for Menu details. Tickets include dinner and live music. Cash bar will be available. Tickets are available online or in the Activities office

$35/pp | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner & Dancing Sonoran Plaza

SEPT. 28 • SATURDAY • GRAND EVENT BRITAIN’S FINEST—SOLD OUT

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

OCTOBER 7 • MONDAY • GRAND EVENT GRAND TRIVIA NIGHT

Grab some friends or come alone and accept the trivia challenge. Teams of up to 6 players and prizes will be awarded to the winners. Don’t miss out! *Limited seating is available. Please note tickets must be reserved prior and be presented upon arrival. 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—LIMIT 6 | 6 p.m. Trivia Starts 5:30 p.m. Doors Open | Sagebrush Ballroom

OCTOBER 8-11 • TUESDAY-FRIDAY GRAND TRIP

TRAIL OF THE ANCIENTS SCENIC BYWAY FEATURING MESA VERDE & CHACO CULTURE NATIONAL PARKS

The Trail of the Ancients is a modern-day drive that connects the migration routes of America’s first peoples—the Ancestral Puebloans—who occupied a vast region of the American Southwest for over 2,000 years. The only National Scenic Byway that was designated primarily for its archaeological sites, the trail passes through some of the southwest’s most protected places. With no particular right or wrong way to explore this multi-state trail—which the Federal Highway Administration says is 480 miles in total— we’ve planned a route that takes us through the

trail’s most iconic sites, including Mesa Verde and Chaco Culture National Parks. Tickets are available online at livegrandaz.com or in the Activities Office.

$899 (Based Upon Double Occupancy)

$219 (Single Supplement) | contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

OCTOBER 12 • SATURDAY • GRAND EVENT LATIN NIGHT

Join us for our second in the series of four DRESS THE EVENTS, featuring Latin Night! This themed dinner and dancing event will be held in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom. Contact us in the Activities office for Menu details.

Tickets include dinner and live music. Cash bar will be available. Ticket price is $35 per person. Tickets are available online or in the Activities office

$35/pp | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner & Dancing Sonoran Plaza

OCTOBER 17, 18, 19, 20, 2024

THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY GRAND DRAMA & COMEDY CLUB OLD HAMS BY ROBERT RINFRET

The Grand Drama & Comedy Club opens its new 2024-2025 season with a comedy written by Robert (Bob) Rinfret entitled Old Hams. This production will keep you laughing, as the Drama & Comedy Club presents its patrons with a funny story of aging actors who stage a shrewd scheme to outdo a cunning lawyer and his unscrupulous partner…and when romance pops up unexpectedly, the action becomes fast and furious.

Synopsis: The Ophelia L. Davis Home for Actors, Musicians and Singers is a 1920s manor in 21st century Burbank, California. Its residents, who have called it home for over 40 years, all worked in film, radio, or TV. Their friend and former owner of the home, Ophelia Davis, died leaving the performers in a terrible predicament. The taxes are due and if they can’t be raised, it will be sold to make way for a shopping mall. At wits’ end, the performers devise a clever plan, using their acting skills, clever disguises, and a missing lottery ticket, where they manage to turn a garage sale into a hilarious showdown. It makes for a fun filled and unexpected ending.

Director is David Seaburg, Producer is Kathy Marker, Stage Manager is Leanne Evans. $20/pp | Four Performances: Thursday, Friday & Saturday @ 7pm | Sunday @ 3pm Cash Bar – 30 minutes before show time Sonoran Plaza Main Stage | Reserved Seating Tickets go on sale August 1st through Activities or www.granddrama.com website.

OCTOBER 18 • FRIDAY • DANCE CLUB SINGLES AND COUPLES BALLROOM DANCE

Complementary thirty-minute ballroom lesson with Grand’s Ballroom Instructor, Pam Burton. Dancing follows from 7-9:30 pm.

Step into the spotlight as Pam spins ballroom favorites resulting in an evening of elegance and rhythm. Dance! Dance! Dance! Like no one is watching. Experience the magic of ballroom dancing where every step tells a story and every turn a new adventure.

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

Tickets on sale only to dance club members Wednesday July 31, 2024 beginning at 9 am at scgdanceclub.org. 4 TICKET LIMIT PER MEMBER. August 1-7 tickets only to Grand residents at the Activities Office. Beginning August 8 tickets available to all at livegrandaz.com or the Activities Office.

OCTOBER 21 • MONDAY • GRAND TRIP FALL LEAVES IN OAK CREEK CANYON

Rated a Top 5 Most Scenic Drive by Rand McNally, the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road is most spectacular during the fall season! Our adventure begins in historic downtown Flagstaff, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self, with several wonderful restaurants to choose from. Back in the Transits we’ll travel south on Arizona 89A—a 14-mile stretch of highcountry switchbacks, with stops along the way at dramatic overlooks. And if that’s not enough, Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Road turns onto the Red Rock Scenic Byway, Arizona’s first All-American Road. Often called “The Museum Without Walls,” the Red Rock Scenic Byway in Sedona, Arizona is visited by tourists from around the world. It cannot be overstated how fortunate we are that these two breathtaking scenic byways are just a hop-skip-and-a-jump away from the Valley, and ours to enjoy with every changing season! Tickets are available online at livegrandaz. com or in the Activities Office.

$115/pp | contact Kindred Tours for times and pick-up location 480-497-2478

OCTOBER

24 •

THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT LOCKED OUT OF HEAVEN— BRUNO MARS TRIBUTE

Step into a world where the magic of Bruno Mars comes alive like never before. “Locked Out of Heaven” isn’t just a tribute band; it’s an immersive experience that will transport you to the heart-pounding, chart-topping hits of the multi-talented pop sensation himself. From the moment the first note hits, you’ll be captivated by the sheer energy, charisma, and unmatched stage presence of this sensational tribute act. The show is a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring spot-on renditions of Bruno Mars’ greatest hits, including “Uptown Funk,” “24K Magic,” “Treasure,” “Grenade,” and so many more. Every dance move, every vocal riff, and every infectious groove will have you on your feet, dancing the night away. The band’s attention to detail is second to none. Their costumes, choreography, and

instrumentation are a testament to their dedication to bringing Bruno Mars’ worldclass live performances to your doorstep. Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme – “Locked Out of Heaven” is your passport to an unforgettable night of pure musical bliss. Whether you’re a die-hard Bruno Mars fan or simply looking for an unforgettable night of entertainment, “Locked Out of Heaven” is the show you’ve been waiting for. They’ll make you believe you’ve been transported to one of Bruno’s sold-out arena concerts, and you won’t want the night to end.

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

OCTOBER 25-26 • FRIDAY & SATURDAY MUSIC CLUB

LIVE AT CIMARRON

JAMES HERSCH AND FRIENDS

James Hersch, a resident i-n the Grand, has been playing guitar and performing most of his life. He and his wife Candy moved to Grand from Champlin, Minnesota. He is honored to have been asked to be part of the Cimarron Live series and is eager to share his stories and music with his new community. James will be joined by other Grand musicians and songwriters for these uniquely entertaining evenings of storytelling with guitar accompaniment. Enjoy a wide range of both upbeat and poignant original songs, rooted in the lyrical singer songwriter tradition of Harry Chapin, James Taylor and John Denver. Tickets may also be purchased at the Grand Activities Desk (M-F, 8 am - 4 pm). For questions contact Dave Lavallee at 309397-3680 or Martha Hutton at 623-414-0817.

$5/pp | Open Seating | 6 pm Doors/Cash Bar open 7 pm Performance | Cimarron Center

OCTOBER 26 • SATURDAY • DANCE CLUB HALLOWEEN DANCE NO. 1 AT CIMARRON CENTER

Dance #1 will feature on of your favorite bands, Rhythm Edition playing great rock music from the 50’s to the 2000s. There will be, as usual, a costume contest.

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

OCTOBER 26 • SATURDAY • DANCE CLUB HALLOWEEN DANCE NO. 2 AT THE SONORAN PLAZA

Dance #2 featuring the extremely popular Thaddeus Rose playing your favorite oldies. Again a costume contest.

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

Tickets on sale only to dance club members Wednesday July 31, 2024, beginning at 9 am at scgdanceclub.org. 4 TICKET LIMIT PER MEMBER. August 1-7 tickets only to Grand residents at the Activities Office. Beginning August 8 tickets available to all at livegrandaz.com or the Activities Office.

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES

FOR PICKUP LOCATIONS CONTACT THE TOUR PROVIDER.

KINDRED TOURS

For more information, and a complete listing of all that Kindred Tours has to offer, call the office to receive a free subscription to the monthly newsletter. You can reach Kindred Tours at 480-497-2478 or visit the website at www.kindredtours.com.

METEOR CRATER & BARRINGER SPACE MUSEUM

August 13 | Tuesday | $136

THE RIORDAN MANSION

August 20 | Tuesday | $127

BEARIZONA

August 23 | Friday | $137

LOWELL OBSERVATORY

August 28 | Wednesday | $155

“SOUTHWEST ADVENTURE SERIES” THE BISBEE BLOOMERS GARDEN TOUR

August 31 | Saturday | $129

CABARET AT PHOENIX THEATRE

September 1 | Sunday | .$139

MOUNT LEMMON SCENIC BYWAY

September 16 | Monday | $115

THE NORTH RIM OF THE GRAND CANYON ARIZONA’S ULTIMATE FALL LEAVES DRIVING TOUR!

September 30–October, 2024

$599 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) | $158 (Single Supplement)

SMOKY MOUNTAINS & PIGEON FORGE HOLIDAY

December 8th-12th, 2024

$2749 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) | $680 (Single Supplement) Includes Roundtrip Airfare Phoenix

TREASURES OF CROATIA & SLOVENIA

March 18–28, 2025

$4849 (Based Upon Double Occupancy) | $950 (single supplement) Includes Roundtrip Airfare Phoenix

FREE SPIRIT TOURS

If you would like more information, or flyers specific to your community, about these, or any of our tours, please let us know! All our tours can be found on our website at https://freespiritvacations.com.

UTAH MIGHTY 5 FROM LAS VEGAS

Departs 2nd Monday every month

$1,950 pp/double

CANADIAN ROCKIES & GLACIER NP

August 6–12, 2024 | 7 Days/6 Nights From: $3,999 pp/double

CABARET & DINNER AT DURANTS

Sunday | September 1, 2024

$265 per person

SCENIC LAUGHLIN OUTSKIRTS & CASINO TOUR

September 10–12, 2024 | 3 Days/2 Nights

$385 pp/double | $485 pp/single

NORWEGIAN JOY CRUISE

CANADA & NEW ENGLAND FROM NYC

September 17–25, 2024 | 7 Days/8 Nights

From: $1,148 pp/double interior

ANTELOPE CANYON & HORSESHOE BEND

October 29–30, 2024 | 2 Days/1 Night

From: $535 per person

SABINO CANYON & LUNCH AT TANQUE VERDE RANCH

Friday | November 1, 2024

$164 per person

THANKSGIVING IN SAN DIEGO

November 27–29, 2024 | 3 Days/Nights

$ 865 pp/double | $1,185 pp/single

PRESCOTT CHRISTMAS

Saturday | December 7, 2024 | $185 per person

TROPICAL COSTA RICA

January 16–24, 2025 | 9 Days/8 Nights

From: $2,999 pp/double | $3,699 pp/single

SELLING A PIANO? RENTING YOUR GOLF CART? WANT TO RENT YOUR HOME? PLACE YOUR CLASSFIED AD TODAY!

14250 W. Statler Plaza | Ste. 101 | Surprise, AZ 85374

P: 623.222.5400 | F: 623.222.5002

To submit an ad online visit livegrandaz.com or email communications@scgcam.com or fill out your form and submit it to the Activities Ticket Desk.

n Classified Advertisement is restricted to The Grand Residents as it is a free service. A membership number must be provided.

n Merchandise sales, home sales, or rentals only— no business advertising or personal ads.

n Ads received by the end of business day on Wednesday’s will appear online that Friday.

PRESENTATIONS

AUGUST 10 • SATURDAY • PRESENTATION

DISCOVER THE POWER OF THE PATCH!

Do you have pain? Can’t sleep? Stressed? Want more energy? Come join us and discover how this WELLNESS TECHNOLOGY can help! This presentation will be held at the Cimarron Club at CIMARRON. Hear the ins and outs of this incredible technology, testimonials and more. See you there!!! Presentation | 1:00- 3:00 p.m. | Cimarron Center

AUGUST 10 • SATURDAY • 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 | 1:00 p.m. | Mesquite Room

AUGUST 13 • TUESDAY • SEMINARS

FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE

Join other Grand residents who are already enjoying the benefits of the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage. Taught by 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. I RSVP (253) 576-7968 or email brebnerteam@fairwaymc.com to reserve your very limited seat.

FREE | 9 a.m. | Sago Room, Palm Center

AUGUST 14 • 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 themselvesfrom 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 41. RSVP: 623-853-6775.

FREE | 1:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. | Palm Center

AUGUST 20 • TUESDAY • SEMINAR

SAFEGUARD ESTATE PLANNING

SEMINAR SPECIAL! 50% off your Living Trust Join us for a complimentary catered workshop from SAFEGUARD ESTATE PLANNING in an informative discussion on Living Trusts and how to retain your wealth and avoid probate. Learn how people like yourselves have safeguarded their legacies through comprehensive estate planning. RSVP (623) 552-6000 or email workshops@sgeaz.com to reserve your seat.

FREE | 11 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. | Palo Verde Room

Join us for a journey to the Grand Canyon! Sept 19-21, 2024

This journey includes: us to Williams and back otel rooms, based on double-occupancy ain car from Williams to Canyon and back portage and park entrance fee $975.00 per person J O U R N E Y T O T H E G R A N D C A N Y O N

Thursday, September 19th

12:15 pm - Private bus pick up at a location to be determined 3:00 pm - Check-in to your room in Williams, AZ

Friday, September 20th

9:00 am- A wild west shoot-out after breakfast.

9:30 am - Board a private Car on the GC Train.

11:45 am - Arrive at South Rim. Free buses at park.

4:00 pm - Rooms at Maswik South Lodge ready

Saturday, September 21st

3:15 pm - Board train to Williams after touring.

5:45 pm - Arrive in Williams

6:00 pm - Climb aboard your private Coach venated!

Hello! My name is Shannon. The travel bug bit me at age 6. I embarked on a road trip with my parents and grandmother, from North Dakota to California. Along the way my scrapbook began to unfold - The kitschy charm of Casa Bonita, the vastness of the Grand Canyon, sparkling lights of Las Vegas and the magic that is Disneyland. These were not just places, they were portals of wonder, igniting a spark that has never faded This journey is forever etched on my heart, instilling a lifelong love of exploration and lasting memories. These types of journeys brought me to the travel industry. My goal is to curate travels plans to delight your senses, create beautiful memories with your loved ones and see the world. From wine cruises, historic destinations, relaxing beaches to family tours, the world is your playground I will be visiting the Grand Community in September, I would love to m

Introducing the Grand Technology Roadmap

The Technology Advisory Committee (TAC) has been working on the Technology Roadmap since December 2022 and they released a final product to the Board on June 28th, 2024.

Clay Stephens, Chairman

Technology Advisory Committee (TAC)

Jeff Gibbs

Board Liaison to the Technology Advisory Committee (TAC)

In July and August, the Board will be processing the “Technology Roadmap” which provides details and guidance regarding the current and future technology profile at the Grand. This is going to be an important milestone in the history of our community.

INTRODUCTION

The Technology Roadmap is a document that articulates in detail how TAC perceives technology enabling or enhancing the resident and management experience of the Grand community in the next 3+ years. It is intended to align closely with our emerging Strategic Plan and the goals of the Board of Directors for the year ahead. It is intended to support the following technology vision:

Continuously deliver and evolve modern technology solutions that provide high value-added satisfaction for community residents and optimize business outcomes. This premiere portfolio of technology will be secure, user-friendly seamlessly integrated, easily upgraded and cost-effective, driving a high level of engagement and satisfaction across the community.

PURPOSE OF THE TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP

The Technology Roadmap is intended to provide guidance on the technological needs of The Grand, focusing on a number of inter-related areas. The findings and guidance in this Roadmap are based on a series of technology assessments completed during recent months as well as determined and targeted investigation and analysis by the TAC team to expose technology gaps that currently exist on the Grand campus.

OVERVIEW OF THE CONTENT OF THE ROADMAP

The Roadmap consists of six focus areas:

n Back Office Automation

n Infrastructure Modernization

n Audio Video

n CAM Operations – Roles, Responsibilities, Policies, and Processes

n Enhancing the Resident Experience

n Assessment of Emerging Technologies

Inside of these focus areas you will find several themes which are consistently emphasized and promoted to address technology gaps and needs. These themes are important and drive consistency in the guidance:

n Improved security of data and business continuity

n Leverage Cloud technology – this offers many advantages in terms of service, reliability, backup and redundancy, and security

n The potential advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our operations

n The implementation of a modern audio video network platform

n The establishment and deployment of a single, converged campus-wide network

n The benefits of service contracts to enhance services, support and maintenance

n The value of a strong focus on vendor management

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The Grand has a significant and important opportunity to drastically change and improve the technology landscape for our community. Although implementing these enhancements will necessarily involve certain cost elements, the TAC believes that there are significant benefits which can be realized as the community continues to grow and mature. Because our community’s technology has not been significantly improved over the years, much of the infrastructure is beyond its useful life and cannot be maintained. The recommendations in the Technology Roadmap address improvements necessary to support our vibrant community now and into the future.

In summary, the Technology Roadmap provides details on what

TAC recommends regarding these important challenges on the Grand campus today:

n Ensure the security of resident data and continuity of business operations

n Build a CAM staff capable of meeting todays IT challenges and promoting future growth potential

n Improve Network Infrastructure by replacing equipment and engage in a service contract

n Improve Audio Video by replacing equipment and engage in a service contract

n Improve back-office processes through vendor management with NorthStar

n Improving resident experience by making enhancement to the network infrastructure, audio video and NorthStar

Patriot Day is observed in the United States on September 11 to commemorate the lives of those who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in York City and the Pentagon in Virginia and those who perished when the hijacked United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania. The day also recognizes those who died attempting to rescue people trapped by the attacks.

By a joint resolution of the United States Congress on December 18, 2001, September 11 was designated as Patriot Day. The resolution calls for the President of the United States to issue a yearly proclamation requesting that all U.S. flags be flown at half-staff.

Further, Americans are asked to honor the dead with a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 AM, Eastern Standard Time, the time that the first airplane struck the World Trade Center, and to respect the ceremonies of remembrance when they are conducted. Prior to passage of the resolution, several other names had been proposed for the day, such as the National Day of Remembrance and the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance.

The volunteers of the Grand Flag Detail will host a ceremony of remembrance on September 11 at the Veterans Monument in the Village Center. There will be no seating for this somber ceremony out of respect and honor for those that perished on September 11, 2001, and the ceremony events.

SEQUENCE OF EVENTS

5:35 am

Flag Detail Stands Ready with the Six Service Flags of the United States Armed Forces

5:46 am

Moment of Silence (30 seconds)

Flag Detail Emplaces the Service Flags in Order of Precedence: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard

Lowering of the United States and Prisoner of War Flags to Half-Staff

ADOBE AEROBIC SCHEDULE AUGUST 2024

CIMARRON AEROBIC SCHEDULE AUGUST 2024

GRAND LEARNING

GRAND LEARNING

Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm 623-546-7470

grandlearning@livegrandaz.com

WHERE IS GRAND LEARNING?

CHAPARRAL CENTER

(where the Grand Café is located) 19781 N. Remington Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

Classes are held in the Havasupai/Maricopa and Navajo classrooms in Chaparral Center. Check your invoice for room location.

• Our classrooms may be warm or cold so wear layers!

• Silence your cell phones in the classroom.

• Treat your classmates and instructors with respect.

MISSION/POLICIES

The Grand Learning program offers enrichment courses to 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.

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 Grand. The course content presented does not necessarily reflect the views of Grand and its Board of Directors. See Instructor biographies on the GL website or in the office.

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. We adhere to the CAM No Refund policy and cannot refund credit cards. You can DROP a class within 48 hours and receive a class credit to your Grand Learning account. Many classes have wait lists, so if you can’t make it, please call to drop. No credits will be issued for missing class without dropping.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL GRAND LEARNING CLASSES

• You must have a Grand Learning account to take classes. We use a 3rd party website for registration (ASAP/Vanco).

• An email address and password are required to access your account online and register for classes. Payment is due when registering (Visa/MC/Discover)

• Conflict after registering? Contact Grand Learning within 48 hours to drop and receive class credit. Fees cannot be refunded to your credit card. For dropped/cancelled classes you will receive credit to your Grand Learning account to use toward future classes. They never expire.

• “Grand Credits” cannot be used for Grand Learning classes.

• Full classes have a wait list available. You will be contacted if space becomes available. There is no fee to be on the wait list. Your confirmation invoice will indicate whether or not you are wait listed.

• Keep your email address and phone number current on your Grand Learning account. Contact Grand Learning to make changes. Please do not create a new account.

TO ACCESS THE GRAND LEARNING WEBSITE

Log in to your resident account using your CAM # and password at https://livegrandaz.com/

Grand Learning is under the RECREATION category (under the Golf & Recreation heading).

Click on GRAND LEARNING.

Click on Grand Learning Website

At this point you are leaving The Grand website and being redirected to the Grand Learning website.

Use your email address and Grand Learning password to log in. On the Home Page you can view classes, log in to your existing account or create a new account.

If you already have an account but have trouble logging in, please contact us at 623-546-7470.

Please DO NOT create another account.

Zoom Lectures and Online Resources Providing Financial Information and Eldercare Information & Resources.

Free! See Details Below

VARIOUS LECTURES ON FINANCE...

American Association of Individual Investors [AAII] Phoenix Chapter

The Phoenix Chapter of the American Association of Individual Investors [AAII] is a volunteer group that provides financial information covering a wide range of topics at our monthly meetings [aaiiphoenix.com].

In this series of FREE weekly Zoom talks, our members, who are Special Interest Group [SIG] Leaders, will give the presentations as listed below. Each week is a different topic. If a topic interests you, visit the Grand Learning website, click on the ZOOM link to join the lecture on the designated day and time. Use the same link for each lecture. Lectures continue October through December in the Fall Semester.

NO NEED TO REGISTER - THESE LECTURES ARE FREE

ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86599565676?pwd=RkRMdVFNZkFJZmE5WnR4aXRvSGR3QT09

DATE TIME SPEAKER

PRESENTATION TITLE

Thurs, Sept 19 10:00 - 11:00 Craig Morningstar Common Ways Advisors Manage Investments

Thurs, Sept 26 10:00 - 11:00 Craig Morningstar How Advisors See Financial Planning or Don’t Do It

ELDERCARE UNDERSTANDING MADE EASY LOUIS ANNACONE

With trusted, N0-SALE information to put you in control of the Eldercare system now and in the future, available via Zoom on DearOldFolks.com. This is a continuing FREE Zoom resource for you and your family to understand what costs and problems you will face and how to navigate the system. DearOldFolks.com offers a fairly comprehensive look at how the Eldercare system really works. Zoom sessions provide access to free, secure, 1 hour sessions that can be shared with family, here and out of state at the same time to discuss and plan solution possibilities.

Sessions are available each week on Tuesday Topics at 5:00 PM and Friday Gabbers at 9:00 AM with an easy to navigate secure ZOOM link. Weekly ZOOM session topics include: Dementia or Alzheimer’s - The Cost of Care, Independent Care Manager-Good for Out of State Kids, Saving for Eldercare Doesn't Work- Only Planning Does, Many Ways to Pay for Care, The Affordable Option- Care Homes and many more. Just visit DearOldFolks.com, review the subjects, dates, and times. Choose a session, toon in at the time, relax and learn. In person talks are also available monthly at various locations in the Sun Cities. Call Lou at 602-834-4221 for more info on Zoom sessions.

Topics and schedules for weekly sessions with ZOOM links can be found here: Tuesday Topics 5 PM link: https://dearoldfolks.com/tuesday-topics-sessions/ Friday Gabbers 9 AM link: https://dearoldfolks.com/friday-gabbers-sessions/

Grand Learning classes will resume in October. Look for the new course catalog and registration information in the September issue of Grand Lifestyles.

NOTE - Fall classes will not appear online until registration day in mid-September.

Information about our instructors is available in the Grand Learning office and will be online with course descriptions on registration day.

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CLUB CONNECTIONS

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 welcomes everyone in our community to try classes with us. You do not have to be a member to take a class, but when you see all the benefits of membership for only $20, you’ll probably want to join the club. Be adventurous and try something NEW! We offer classes in Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastels, Alcohol Ink, Jewelry, Mixed Media and also Paint Parties. Further descriptions and photos of the classes are available on our website, grandartclub.org. You can also see samples in the windows of the Art Club or in the class book inside the club. Members can register online. Non-members can register at the art club with cash or a check.

BILLARDS

We are open to all Grand Community Association Members no experience necessary! We have eight new Diamond Pool tables, which are some of the best available for professional players.

The Billiards Club snowbirds will soon be heading North and towards other destinations, taking with them memories of a fun half-year of camaraderie, luncheons, League play and Championship competitions. They will be recalling the 2024 League winners ("Rack ‘Em Up", "Just Poolin’ Around", "Breaking Balls" 8-Ball, "Breaking Balls" 9 Ball, and “Grand's Billiards Club Travel Team". They'll remember Women's (Jan Clark), Players' (Bill Parker), and Masters (Randy Salzwedel) Champions' play. They'll dream about the Briesath Cup Champions Team "Breaking Bad" and how they might qualify to play in next year's tournament.  They won't forget Linda Asleson's first place at the 19th Annual American Cue Sports, ACS, Arizona 8 Ball State Championships tournament or Randy Salzwedel's BCA Senior 8 Ball Singles – Platinum in Vegas. No doubt they will be practicing in their respective hometowns brushing up on skills, readying for their eventual return to The Grand.

In the meantime, The Billiards Club's fulltime residents will have months of air-conditioned enjoyment in our fabulously equipped Billiards Room. Spring and Summer activities will be in full swing which already started in April with a new Tuesday night Scotch Doubles League. There'll be 8-Ball and 9-Ball Leagues as well as the regular drop-in Round Robins, non-league Scotch Doubles, and Open Play.   So, if you are looking to beat the heat in the coming months, consider joining the Grand Billiards Club. For more information and schedule of events, visit our website at www.grandbilliards.org .

BOCCE

The party’s over for league Bocce play; all good things must come to end (see below). . . Join us for Dropin bocce Thursday evenings 7pm. ATTENTION, DROP IN EVENING BOCCE HAS MOVED TO Thursday for a few months to accommodate league play. NO fees or membership required, and we’ll teach you how to play (if you don’t know how). Drop in Bocce on Tuesday mornings 10am has been temporally suspended due to lack of participation.

Important Dates:

• League Play resumes October 2024

• Renewal Checks are due September 1, 2024 If you would like to join us in league play in the fall of 2024, 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.

BOOMERS CLUB

It's hot, hot, hot, and I'm not talking about the August weather in Surprise. It's hot in the Boomers club all year round!

The Grand Boomers are a fun-loving, young at heart, social club open to The Grand residents of any age. Our primary goal is to have a great time and meet other people living in our beautiful and active community. Our membership has a total of over 740 residents. More members, more ideas, more great people to hang out with. And because membership continues to grow, we are able to host a wide variety of events, planned and even unplanned get-togethers, without raising dues. It's nearly impossible to go to the Grand Cafe, to your favorite on- or off-site watering hole, even to the indoor walking track, and not meet a Boomer. There's so much to share you may become fast friends over a happy hour cocktail, a trip down the bowling alley, or a Corn Hole toss. Why the hesitation? You've already missed the summer dance, July's ladies luncheon, and our July off-site happy hour, you surely won't want to miss out on our August Ice Cream Social with Bunco (plenty of cash prizes and gift cards), or the famous Bowling and Pizza happy hour. You definitely don't want to miss the upcoming Corn Hole competition. Aren't you curious who will be the next Corn Hole champ? Why, it might be you.

Get on over to your preferred electronic device, put SCGBoomers.com in your browser, and sign up. Membership dues are only $10 per year. It's the best $10 you'll ever spend. See you at the Ice Cream Social—don't be a fool, be cool.

BRIDGE CLUB

GRAND BRIDGE CLUB

We welcome players of all skill levels. And remember, any day playing bridge is a good one!

Practice Bridge: (all comers) Wednesday, at 9:15 am11:15am. No sign-up needed. For new and returning players who want to practice. A totally relaxed environment for members and guests who are just learning the game or returning and might need help from one of our members (who will be monitoring the game) as they play,

Social Games: (Club members only) Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 12:30 pm, and Wednesdays at 6 pm. Fridays at 8:45 am. (1st FridayChicago scoring, 2nd Friday- Chicago scoring & 3rd Friday Contract scoring.) Come at least 30 minutes early to be assured of getting a table.

Bring your partner on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. No partner needed on Tuesday and Thursday. The 4th/5th Friday Marathon bridge season 2024 began January 26, 2024 and is now closed. Open Play on Wednesday Afternoons: There will be open play for duplicate and social bridge members of the Grand Bridge Club on Wednesday afternoons in the Apache Room.  Guests are allowed a maximum of three times per year. Play will be on your own. Bring your group.  Duplicate boards, scoring pads, bidding boxes, and cards will be available. Play may begin by 12:00 noon. No Director or organizer will be present to run the games.

Our games are played and lessons given in the Apache Room at the Chapparal Center.

CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR CHANGES TO HOURS, CLASSES, ETC. For additional information, see our website Scgbridgeclub.com or contact Membership Chairperson Debby Haskell at jimdebbyH@gmail.com

Come play with us!!

CANASTA

Canasta is played at the Chaparral Center on Monday evenings at 6:30pm and Wednesday afternoons at 1:00pm. 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 9:00am in the Palm Center. Sago Room. General meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 9:00am 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)

GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

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 in the Chaparral Center. We're open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 3:30pm from October through April and 12:30 until 3:30 from May through September.

Membership entitles you to many benefits, including:

n 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; n One-on-one technical help addressing your computer or devices issues, available Tuesday afternoons from 12:00 pm until 2:30 pm, all year long at the club.

Membership - Membership in our Computer 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 12:00 - 2:30 pm 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.

During the Summer Months:

Compose Yourself Writing SIG

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

Share Your Written Story; Participate in Discussion. Mon | Aug 05 and 19 | 12:45pm Sonoran Plaza, Mesquite Room

Call for instructors: We are looking for instructors to teach some of the current courses and if you have a course that you want to teach and we are not offering it at this time, let us know. Contact education@ grandcomputers.org

Please visit our website at www.grandcomputers.org

DANCE CLUB

DANCE CLUB NEWS

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

BALLROOM LESSONS: Classes are held ach Tuesday from October through March at the Cimarron Center.Cost is $5 per class for residents and $7 for guests. We offer a Beginner class for the first hour and Intermediate for the second hour. For more information contact: ballroomlesson@ scgdanceclub.org

Our first Ballroom Dance of the season will be on October 18th. at Cimarron.

Tickets will go on sale August 1st for $12. Dance is 7:00 until 9:30. DJ Pam Burton will spin ballroom favorites resulting in an evening of elegance and rhythm.

LINE DANCE LESSONS: Classes are offered 2 times a week on Wednesdays & Saturdays from 9:00 till 12:00. The cost is $5 for residents & $7 for guests for all three hours. In addition, we offer a monthly Line Dance Social from 6:30 till 9:30 at Cimarron Center. The cost is $6 per person. A quick teach will be given prior to each dance.

NEW PROCEDURES FOR DANCE CLUB

TICKET PURCHASES: Dance Club Members will be able to buy Advanced Tickets for monthly dances one day before they go on sale by logging in to our “Members Only” section of the Dance Club Website – scgdanceclub.org

Tickets go on sale at the Activities Desk for 1 week for residents only, two months before the date of the dance. The general public can then buy tickets online @ 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 Secretary, Sam Ramstine, 623-237-1811.

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 where everyone has a place. 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 are especially in need of CONSTRUCTION/ BUILDING volunteers. If you are handy with construction tools and enjoy creating, you are encouraged to join our construction crew. There is nothing like seeing your work turn a plain stage into a Victorian mansion or hunting lodge in the Ozarks. Join our team and enjoy creating our “places.”

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

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.

RESIDENT FISHING IN THE GRAND

n Fishing in The Grand is limited to Grand residents or their guests. Guests must be accompanied by a Grand resident while they fish.

n The Grand lakes are private and therefore a state fishing license is not required.

n Fishing is only permitted on the non-golf side of Lake Nine (near Angela’s restaurant, the tennis courts and the dog parks) and the Upper Lake (near the Adobe Center). The red line on the image below denotes shorelines where fishing is permitted. Fishing is not permitted at any of the other Grand lakes.

The lakes contain large-mouthed bass, sunfish/ bluegill, catfish, and carp. The lakes are stocked periodically with large-mouthed bass and sunfish/ bluegill.

n The Grand lakes are catch-and-release only to maintain an adequate fish stock for everyone’s enjoyment. Some tips to limit trauma to fish include:

• Use barbless hooks

• Use rubber nets

• Limit the time a fish is out of the water. Keep the fish wet.

We offer so many opportunities to learn new skills and to develop one’s creativity, and all for only $10. For information on all the many ways to participate “on stage or back stage”, click the QR code on this page or visit our webpage: granddrama.com.

EUCHRE CLUB

Euchre Club meets on Thursdays in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room. Check in by 6:15PM. For additional information contact Rick Ariango, 815-693-1382.

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

• Carry hook removal devices. Pliers or hemostats work well.

• Limit fighting time while landing a fish.

• Do not drop or allow the fish to touch the ground.

n Only single, barbless hooks may be used while fishing. Children 10 years of age and under may fish using worms. All others must use artificial lures and are not permitted to use live bait.

n Share a passion for fishing, fun and the outdoors? Visit the Grand Fishing Club’s website at scgfishing.weebly.com/for information about joining the Grand Fishing Club.

GARDEN CLUB

Join our Garden Club for a wealth of Low Sonoran Desert gardening education, Grand-style camaraderie with a common interest, monthly plant sharing, and FUN! Learn and share about successful (or challenging) Sonoran Desert plants, water, irrigation, pruning, soil improvement, pest

and disease management, and much more.  We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month from October through May.  Each meeting features an expert speaker addressing a topic of interest to our Low Sonoran Desert Gardeners.  We also help maintain the Butterfly Garden near the Palm Center, and are involved in the Sustainable Beautification of the Grand Landscape.

We are a friendly group that welcomes everyone to the joy of gardening in The Grand. Membership is $15.00/year; our year runs from January thru December. By joining now, your membership will be good through December 2025.  Visit our new website at https://grandgardenclub.org/ for more information and to join our club.  More info? Contact the Garden Club by sending an email to SCGGardenClub@ gmail.com

GLASS ARTS (GGA)

We invite all Grand Residents and Guests to visit the Grand Glass Arts Studio in the Village Center (next to the Adobe Fitness Center). We are open 9 AM to 4 PM daily. Meet our Artists, view their works in process, peruse our consignment gallery and learn more about this unique art form.

Grand Glass Arts (GGA) welcomes new members! Whether you aspire to make a beautiful stained-glass 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.

Fall classes for new members are starting to fill up, so you need to sign up soon. New member classes are held once per month and class size is limited. According to GGA’s New Member contact person, Heidi Van Dusen, spaces are available in September, October and December, and only one spot is currently available for November.

To sign up, go to: grandglassarts.com, click on the picture with the Join Us button and follow the instructions. Someone from GGA will contact you.

GOLF 150 GOLF CLUB

SIGN UP! IT'S NEVER TO LATE TO HAVE FUN!

“Par-3 Golf at The Grand! The co-ed 150 Golf Club plays 9 holes from tees 150 yards or less from the pin on Sunday afternoons. If you want to work on your short game, are new to golf, or just want to enjoy 9 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.com”.

GOLF—LADIES GRAND NINERS

Ladies Grand Niners had over 300 members last season. We prefer to play 9-holes of golf instead of the traditional 18-holes of golf. Although Desert Springs is our home course, 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 “Golf Friendship, Giving, and Fun”!

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 1- September 30 each year. 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 3:30. In the summer months, members can play 9-holes of golf between 6–7:30AM.

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 during the current season in order 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 weekly shotgun starts for 72 golfers at 12:30 and another 72 golfers at 3:00 during our high demand season of Jan, Feb and March. Starting in April, our format changes to alternating tee times and shotgun starts as well as offering 9 or 18 holes during the summer season. Included are free range balls for day of play plus once a month team games such as scramble, best ball, pink ball, alternate shot, 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, merk5151@msn.com

GOLF—LADIES 18 HOLE LEAGUE

If you enjoy golfing and socializing with other friendly women, then the Grand Ladies 18-Hole 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 SCG 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, Member-Guest, 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 https://www. golfgenius.com/ggid/2024glganm 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 Sun City Grand Lady Putters Charter Club is a social group of women who enjoy getting together for laughs, prizes and friendship while putting in the wonderful Arizona sunshine.

We meet five (5) days a week, Monday through Friday, at the Cimarron 18 hole putting green at the Cimarron Center. The putting green course is set up differently each day to offer a challenge to our putters. Our group is intended for every level of putter. New putters will be paired with experienced putters for a few weeks. The daily putting fee is $2.00, plus you get paid $2.00 for every hole-in-one. Pick out the day that suits you the best! We check in at 9:00 a.m. and begin putting at9:25 a.m. Be our guest, putt for free & come check us out!

Lady putter season ends on May 31, 2024, and begins a new season on November 4, 2024. Join us at our General Membership Meeting on October 24, 2024 to get the latest info! 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

If you and your spouse/partner/friend are looking for a fun activity that you can do together that takes no more time than one Saturday morning a month, COUPLES PUTTERS is a club you would enjoy. We meet on the 18-hole Cimarron putting green the second Saturday morning of every month September through May (except October) during the fall, winter, and spring months.  In all but the April and May months, two putting sessions are held – one at 9 a.m. and one at 11 a.m. In April and May, one putting session is held at 9 a.m.

Refreshments are served before putting begins; and prizes are awarded for holes-in-one, the lowest net team scores, and special putting events. You will putt with another team on an 18-hole putting course that is changed every month, so this is also an opportunity for you to meet new people. The fee for putting each month is $10 per team, and dues are $10 per team per

year. To see if you would be interested in joining, you may putt one time as a “guest” without paying the $10 fee for putting for that month. You can find additional information at scgcouplesputtingclub. golfgenius.com. Membership forms are available online or in the club information area outside the Activities Office.

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 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): Hiking is somewhat limited in the summer due to both the heat and availability of hike leaders. Keep an eye on our website frequently because hikes are posted as they are planned. No membership meetings are held. The schedule is available on our website: https://grandhikers.clubexpress.com

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

Intro Hike email inquiries: Grandhikersclub+hikedirector@gmail.com

Membership email inquiries: grandhikersclub+membership@gmail.com

LANGUAGE CLUB

Are you looking to learn a new language for travel or conversation? Or is learning to speak a new language a bucket list item for you? If so, The Grand Language Club offers just what you are looking for. Currently, The Language Club offers classes in ASL (American Sign Language), Spanish, French, Italian and German. The Language Club is also a proud sponsor of The Grand Deaf Group. Next season classes start in October 2024, however Spanish and Italian classes meet all year round. Our dedicated volunteer instructors enjoy sharing and teaching a language they love. You may attend three classes to "check it out" for free before enrolling and joining The Language Club. A $20.00 membership entitles you to attend one or all five of the different language classes. The classes are fun and interactive and offer beginner and intermediate sessions. Please visit The Language Club Website for class details to include weekly class dates and times at: grandlanguageclub. blogspot.com or visit The Grand Website with your Resident Log-in. Gracias, Merci, Grazie, Danke.

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 livegrandaz.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 next Grand Mah Jongg Club tournament is scheduled for Tuesday August 13 with final signups on August 6. Plenty of serious cash on the line! Except for tournament Tuesday, open play continues all summer long, every Tuesday afternoon from Noon until 4 pm and Wednesday night from 5:30 until 9 pm both in the Hopi Room, Chaparral Center. We play a $5.00 PIE game. “Go PIE" (Pocket Is Empty) and you may continue to play! Nobody goes broke! Club membership is only $15. Thinking about learning Mah Jongg? For information about lessons, send email to: thegrandmahjonggclub@gmail.com.

MUSIC CLUB

The Grand Music Club is composed of residents who share a love of music. Club members are dedicated to the performance of Vocal and Instrumental Music for the enjoyment of both our participants and the public. Members' activities include vocal and instrumentalist performing opportunities, singly and in groups. Members may 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! Groups open to those with a focused interest are listed below. If you are interested or want more information, please visit our website, www. grandmusicclub.com, or contact Dave Williams at president@grandmusicclub.com or (503) 706-4876.

Note: Attendance is free to all members of the Grand community. Residents are welcome to participate in the Club or sub-groups as guests. However, after

three guest sessions, if you are not already a member, you will be asked to join the Grand Music Club. Membership fee is $10 per year per person (Calendar year).

ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP

If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/bongo/snare drums, a reed instrument or harmonica; or if you like to sing or listen, this is the subgroup for you! Join us and play, sing, and jam in a friendly, no-pressure setting. This group meets each Monday, including during the summer months, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, in the Cimarron Club Room. (Currently, we are using the nearby Gila room for the 3rd Monday sessions). Contact Ellen Petersen at ekkinder@gmail.com or 847-507-3740 for more information.

GRAND SINGERS AND GRAND CHORALE

Grand Singers is a chorus of approximately 100 singers who rehearse once a week from September to April. Two concerts are performed each year: One is a Holiday concert in early December, and one in the Spring. Within the Grand Singers, there is a smaller chorus group called the Grand Chorale which is an auditioned group of about 32 singers. The Chorale performs additional songs at each of the Grand Singers' concerts. Kathy Head is the person to contact at (623) 836-2749 for more information.

GOSPEL SINGERS

Is a Grand Music Club service activity open to all members of the Grand community.

Gospel Singers features Southern Gospel, traditional hymns, and upbeat Gospel tunes. As a newly reconstituted group, leader Kathy Head says at the time of publication, 22 Grand Music Club members have expressed interest in participating in the Grand Gospel Singers. Anyone interested may contact Kathy at 623 836-2749 or email her at kheadaz1@ centurylink.net.

Kathy has served as interim choir Director at her church in Portland, Oregon; she played keyboard for the church and was a piano player for Sunday School classes. She played in a Bell Choir and sang in a ladies’ ensemble. She hopes to have some instruments and soloists to make this delightfully successful. “We are a service group,” she says. “Our goal is to entertain.”

OPEN MIC

This new Grand Music Club monthly event allows club members to perform without auditioning first. Musicians, singers, and their accompanists take turns going up on a stage and playing a short set of songs. Open Mic at the Grand started on February 29, 2024, and is designed as an opportunity for musicians of all kinds to share a couple of songs in front of a kind, friendly audience. The one basic rule is that the performance must be live. There is no recorded music or backing tracks. Every Music Club Member is welcome. Experience doesn’t matter. It just takes showing up and being brave and having a good time. If you have questions, contact Craig Brandhorst at Cfbrand60@gmail.com or 623-238-1365.

SONGWRITERS OF GRAND

This is for people who aspire to write a song. If you have written songs, thought about writing a song, or would like to explore the idea of writing a song, come and find out what it’s all about. Lyricists, composers, strummers, and hummers are all welcome. Do you need to polish it? Need an accompanist? Do you have song lyrics that need to be set to music? Bring your favorite choices and enjoy the fellowship of the Grand Music Club members who would love to complement your work with their talents. An electric piano and guitar will be provided.

James Hersch, singer-songwriter, is directing the Songwriters of Grand Interest group. His 43 years of writing, producing, and performing original music have been recognized with a Telly Award for Original Film Score (PBS) and the Harry Chapin Award. If you’d like to know more about when the Songwriters group will meet, or have other questions, James Hersch is available at hersch@me.com or by phone at 612-281-5778.

PIANO CONNECTION

Do you play the piano? Do you sing or play an instrument that uses piano accompaniment? If you do, come and join Piano Connection. Members with all skill levels are welcome. It is an ideal way to focus your practice and improve your musical results. Come and share your ability with us. Refreshments follow the music. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month from October through April at 1 PM at various homes. For more information contact pianoconnection@grandmusicclub.com.

THE GRAND MUSIC CLUB’S UPCOMING SHOWS Productions will resume this fall, beginning with the Live at Cimarron shows in September at the Cimarron Club. Our music show productions feature the talents of The Grand Music Club memberresidents, and many are your friends and neighbors! View the Grand Lifestyle magazine’s ticketed pages which describe each show as well as instructions on how to order tickets.

Live at Cimarron, The CBD Project Cimarron Club

Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14, 2024

Live at Cimarron features James Hersch and Friends Cimarron Club

Friday, October 25, and Saturday, October 26, 2024

If you have any questions, please visit our website, www.grandmusicclub.com, or contact Dave Williams, president@grandmusicclub. com or (503) 706-4876. The Music Club’s website contents can also be observed by accessing the QR code in this article.

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 2024 for all with a CAM card. Visit our website (paperartsandmemories.com) or 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 10, July 8, August 12 and September 9 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hallway outside the Hopi and Pima rooms in the Chaparral Center.

PET CLUB

The Pet Club does not meet during the summer months, we hope you have a safe summer and keep your pets safe from the heat wherever you may be. Our next membership meeting will be on October 18th. We also have our Howl-o-ween party on October 31st which is open to all Grand pets. Not a member yet? Applications are available at the Pet Park bulletin board or in the Sonoran Plaza club information area or can be downloaded from livegrandaz.com under Charter Clubs, then select Pet Club. Return your application to the Activities desk in the Sonoran Plaza or mail it to 19753 N Remington Dr, Surprise, AZ 85374. If you’re travelling this summer and need a pet sitter, you’ll find a sitter list on our website which you can access by scanning the QCR code shown.

The Pet Club will continue to collect dog/cat food, treats, towels and any miscellaneous pet items during the summer to distribute to our local shelters. Contact Charlotte 317-524-8400 to arrange a pickup or drop off.

GRAND PHOTOS

Stay young. Join the Grand Photo Club. The Grand’s premiere photography club will keep your brains working and provide opportunities for additional physical activity as members explore the world of photography. While the club slows down a bit during the heated

summer months, there are still opportunities to show your creative spirit and commune with likeminded individuals.

Membership is open to anyone interested in photography. If you own a smartphone with a camera, a point-and-shoot, digital or specialty camera, this club is designed for you.

Club members already know the advantages of membership. Each new member brings additional excitement and value to the Club.

That excitement will be multiplied in the fall with the return of the Snowbirds. When this happens, the Club once again will offer a full complement of Classes, Travelogues, Showcases, Special Interest Groups and Photo Shoots. But, until then, summer photographic opportunities await.

SUMMER BENEFITS OF JOINING?

n One-on-one help from members, who are still around and working in the Studio.

n Participation in limited summer Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

n Join in fun Challenge contests, designed to get your creative juices flowing.

August events include:

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (SIGS)

For Members Only

Studio Lighting: Demonstrating how to use studio light to creatively enhance portrait and still-life photographs.

Image Sharing: Share videos and images in a casual gathering with fellow photographers.

Wildlife: Focuses on wildlife photography and how to capture interesting wildlife photos.

Mirrorless Cameras SIG: Sony mirrorless cameras owners learn various operating characteristics and advantages of this new entrant into the camera world.

CHALLENGES

Members have also been actively participating in a number of photographic challenges on the members’ Facebook page. Challenges explored during the past months included: ice cream, natural framing, feet and reflections.

The club also offers a digital photo lab with tools for members to create and print their masterpieces. All these benefits, plus the use of professional printers, come for a $35 initial membership fee ($25 a year after the first year).

Join today and 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. Members' work will also be available in the studio or through accessing the website. To join, click on the Membership button on the home webpage.

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 resident of The Grand 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 Grand Pinochle Club is welcoming new members to come and play with us. All skill levels are welcome and we will train any new members interested in playing.

If you have never played before, the training will be 2 or 3 sessions. If you are an experienced player, we will train you on our “Grand” rules in 1 session. We collect $5 for the training which is then applied to your membership dues of $10.

We play single deck on Tuesdays from 6 pm to 9 pm and double deck on Fridays from 6 pm to 9 pm. We play in the Hopi room of the Chaparrel Center. Once a month we have a double-deck tournament. We also have a holiday party in December.

For more information and to set up training, please contact us at grandpinochleclub@gmail.com or come to the Hopi room on Tuesday between 5:30 pm and 6 pm to speak with one of our Board members. Sue Syquia, President & Jane McKnight, Vice President

POKER CLUB

Come join us for various poker games. All residents are welcome. We offer Texas Hold'em, 7 Card Stud and Omaha-High/Low, with buy in costs from $10$30. Additional cash games are available. “Free Hold’em" lessons for beginners by appointment. To schedule contact ‘wayne.edsall@gmail.com’. For more information on what we offer , please contact John Luher, President, at jluher@gmail.com or visit our website at scgpoker.org.

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 potlucks, 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 Sheryl Peller @ 623-748-8522

SHALOM CLUB

The Shalom Club is welcoming new members, and we invite all Residents of The Grand 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 grandshalomclub.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, Julia Schoen membershipdirector@grandshalomclub.com, 805325-1807 or Gary Schoen 805-325-1806

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 1 | THURSDAY

CIMARRON CLUB, CIMARRON CENTER

SCG TRIVIA NIGHT

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 sandwiches, chips and dessert. Bring your own soft drink. Hosted by Renee Rut (623) 2669047 and Roger Tharp (408) 391-7337.

AUGUST 7 | WEDNESDAY | 1PM

PHOENIX ROOM, PIMA CENTER

SINGLES CLUB BOARD MEETING

Held on the 1st Wednesday of every month in the Phoenix Room in the Palm Center.  If you wish to attend, please call President Walt Kelm at (720) 4176121 to accommodate seating.

AUGUST 11 | SUNDAY | 4:45–7PM

UPTOWN ALLEY | 13525 N LITCHFIELD RD.

SURPRISE

SINGLES BOWLING NIGHT

Join us for two hours of bowling like you’ve never seen, including Bowling Bingo and the Wacky Wheel of Bowling! See the club website for details.

AUGUST 14 | WEDNESDAY | 6–9PM

AQUA FRIA, CIMARRON CENTER GAME NIGHT, SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mahjong, Rummikub, cards and shuffler, or any other game).  Also bring your soft drink.  Hosted by Liz Hull (925) 787-3165. This is a free event.  No registration is required.  Just show up and have fun.

AUGUST 15 | THURSDAY | 6-9PM

AGUA FRIA, CIMARRON CENTER

POKER NIGHT

Your reservation includes poker chips, pizza and dessert. Bring your own soft drink. Prizes given. Beginners and guests of members are welcome. J Meet at the Agua Fria Room at the Cimarron Center (on the 3rd Thursday of each month). Make your reservations and pay $15 by Monday, June 17. Guests add an additional $5. Hosted by Melanie Betts (612) 275-7799 and Kathy Roles (701) 741-5551.

AUGUST 21 | WEDNESDAY | 10–11AM

PHOENIX ROOM, PALM CENTER

PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBER MEETING

Come to the Phoenix Room at the Palm Center at 10am to learn about our club and all it has to offer.  Hosted by Membership Director Maxine Sanborn (623) 694-6502.

AUGUST 23 | FRIDAY | 6–9PM

AQUA FRIA | CIMARRON CENTER

VIA ITALIA!

Enjoy the evening Italian style with fine food by Sharko. Music from some of your favorite Italians and Italian Americans. Cash bar. Deadline for reservation and payment is 8/19. See club website for details. Hosted by Sally Duppenthaler (623) 547-5885 and Elizabeth Haught (623) 544-2882.

AUGUST 28 | WEDNESDAY | 6–9PM

CIMARRON CLUB

GAME NIGHT,

FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mahjong, Rummikub, cards and shuffler, or any other game).  Also, bring your soft drink to the Gila Room at the Cimarron Center.  Hosted by Valerie McGrew (415) 672-0375 (on the 4th Wednesday of each month). This is a free event.  No registration is required.  Just show up and have fun.

Tickets can be purchased on our website scgsingles. wildapricot.org.

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, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 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.  For dates and locations of play, call Marty at 203-979-1194, or Paula at 623-293-2884.  Next move is yours. Let's play.

CRIBBAGE

If you have played Cribbage in the past and would like to join us, please come by on Tuesday morning 8:15 to 8:30 to sign in. Play begins at 8:45 in the Pima Room. Experience is necessary as this is a fastmoving game.

We play 9 games and rotate each game to play a different opponent. Each game is timed for 17 minutes. If you are not done in that time frame, whoever is ahead scores the points for that game. We collect $4 from each player, which is paid out as prize money at the end of the session. Prize payouts are based on the number in attendance. Should you get “skunked”, you pay a quarter for every skunk. Please do not bring large bills as we cannot make change. Should you decide, you would like to join, you may play twice before paying our dues.

If you would like to learn to play Cribbage, we suggest that you download the app and play at home to understand the basics and point counting as well as scoring of the game. We have no teaching tables available. For more info, email: jeward28@gmail. com

HAND & FOOT

We play every Tuesday at 1:00 and Friday at 6:00 in the Pima Room at Chaparral Center. PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES EARLY FOR TABLE ASSIGNMENTS. 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

The RUMMIKUB (rummi-tile) Boardgame – is a FUN game for 2-5 people per table (pronounced Rummey-cube). Join us for this tabletop game with tiles that have easy to see “real numbers” divided into 4 different color suits.

Specific Play Dates

Thursdays:  8/1;  8/15; 9/5; 9/19; 10/3; 10/17

Saturdays: 8/10/ 8/24; 9/14; 9/28; 10/12; 10/26

How to play: You try to get rid of all your tiles by forming numbers into runs of 3 or more tiles; or sets of 3 to 4 of a kind. The colors of the numbers are like card suits divided into 4 colors.

It’s been a top worldwide boardgame for over 70 years. Players love it since it contains components of Canasta, Gin Rummy, Bridge and Mahjong. It gently stimulates the brain while combining both luck with strategic thinking.

Meetings: We meet from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Pima Room near the Grand Café at Chaparral Center and play on the: 1st and 3rd Thursdays and 2nd and 4th Saturdays.

We’re a friendly group and play a friendly game peppered with laughs and FUN!

Call ahead for a FREE private lesson if you’re new, need a refresher, or are experienced! We will try to place you with players on your level. Come learn the new Joker Rules and new variant called RummiCrossover that has increased the fun!

You’re invited to join us no matter your skill level. For info: Barbara Powers 480-567-2533; 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.

Grand Senior Slow Pitch Challenge:

The Grand Senior Slow Pitch Challenge Match between US and Canada will be held March 10 at 12:30. Once again, we will be having 2 seven inning games with a home run derby between games. Bring a lawn chair and cheer on your favorite team.

SPORTS MEMORIBILIA

Contact: Steve Rothschild sbaron24@aol.com

STITCHERS

A FIBER ARTS COMMUNITY – EST. 1998

We are your one stop shop for all Fiber Arts interests!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

SUMMER IS UPON US: Beat the heat by joining Stitchers and hanging out in our air conditioned Studio!

Get ahead of the game and start those holiday projects now with plenty of time to have a stress free holiday season. Prepare to dazzle your loved ones with spectacular handcrafted gifts. We have an enormous library of books & patterns in every discipline we offer as well as tons of examples to spark your creativity. For the modest $40 annual membership, you have access to all seven of our special interest groups in

which you can choose to participate. We offer machine embroidery, needlework, sewing, quilting, beading, weaving & spinning, and community service. We have a full selection of top-quality equipment for members to use as well as free and low-cost educational opportunities in every special interest group. All skill levels are encouraged to join. Our membership includes everyone from extreme novices to nationally renowned artists. In addition to the technical art aspects of the Club, we are first and foremost a social organization within The Grand and as such, hold events throughout the year to foster and build lasting friendships with members of this artisan community. All are welcome in Stitchers! General meetings are on hiatus June - August. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO JOIN THE CLUB, VISIT GRANDSTITCHERS.ORG OR SCAN OUR QR CODE:

Feel free to stop by the Studio for a personal tour by one of our Directors. We are located in the Palm Center. Enter the Studio through a separate door to the right of the main building entrance. We are open for summer hours: Monday – Saturday 9 am –noon.

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

You know you played “ping-pong” as a child in your basement. You had loads of fun then. You’ll have even more fun now. And, it’s fun, social, good exercise in airconditioned space during our hot summers. Give it a try. If you are a new member, it’s only $10.00 for the rest of the year!

Our members represent all levels of skills, so you’ll easily find a game that you’ll enjoy. We pride ourselves on 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 eyehand coordination practice. 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. Bring your friends and make it a party! Don your athletic shoes and drop by. Any of our members would be happy to assist you in getting started. We have paddles ready for your use. First three club visits are complimentary. Just sign in, with your email and phone #, and tell us you’re new! Yearly membership just $20.

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 925-698-2155. Gila Room at Cimarron Center: Current 2024 scheduled hours: Mo, Tu, Th, F, mornings 9-12a; Wed, Sat, Sun afternoons 1-4p; Th nights 6-9p.

TENNIS CLUB

For $20 a year you can join Grand Tennis Club and get involved with organized “In Club” play, have access to our 3 ball machines and get involved in our many Club sponsored socials.  More 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 Penny Gepner 602-502-6130 Players are grouped by their rating.

ALL LEVELS ALL PEOPLE COORDINATOR

Barb Drummond 509-560-9643 Just come to the courts. Meets Monday-Friday at Noon OctoberApril. Start and stop dates depend on weather and temperatures . Fun recreational tennis for players of all skill levels. Players are free to rest or withdraw from play at any time. Players rotate after every game in a Round Robin format.

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

LET'S RAISE MONEY FOR OUR CHARITY!

Everyone can participate! We raised $2,000.00 last year for the ronald McDonald House of Phoenix and we know we can do better this year! Please read and consider how you can participate and/or help!

We're only 160 days away from our 4th Annual Grand Slam Fall Charity Tennis Tournament.  The dates are Nov 7-10, 2024. We will continue using the Fast4 Format with shorter sets since we will have round robin matches for women on Thursday, Nov 7th, men on Friday, Nov 8th, mixed doubles on Saturday, Nov 9th and all the finals will be on Sunday, Nov 10th. We will be adding a few additional levels of play. Both women, men and mixed will now have a 3.5/4.0 level. You may be playing in a 4.0 club play level, but really

feel you are a 3.5 so therefore you will play in that new 3.5/4.0 level. Or you could play a 3.5 player with a 4.0 player. All entries will be at the discretion of the tournament committee. If you are currently playing 4.0 USTA or playing 4.0 in a competitive capacity, such as West Valley League, you need to play in the 4.0 level. Please contact Sharon Villanueva with any questions.

We will be having our clothing resale event where all proceeds go to Ronald McDonald House. PLEASE keep all those sport clothes from any sport, and put them in the clothing drop box in the sports room. We will be collecting clothes, shoes, racquets, paddles, clubs, etc. from now until Nov.6th. Please let all your friends know about our clothing resale event.  Last year we made $600 on this clothing resale. Let's shoot for $800 this year!

If you want to play, WE WILL FIND YOU A PARTNER!! We know all levels of women and men that want to play in this tourney but since it can only be 2 residents from Grand or 1 resident and 1 outside guest, there are a lot of people that want to play in it since it is such a fun tournament. We will be offering an incentive if you have an outside player as your partner. The more outsiders we can bring into the tournament, the more awareness we can bring to our Ronald McDonald Charity.

We will have raffle baskets as well so if you have anything you would like to donate or if you would like to make your own basket we welcome all donations! All proceeds go to Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix. Contact Sharon V at 303-946-8915. We will be having our next Tournament Committee meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12th at 5pm in the Sports Room, following the board meeting at 4pm. If you are interested in being on this committee, please attend the meeting or contact Sharon Villanueva at 303-946-8915. Check the club website for upcoming events. Suncitygrandtennisclub.wildapricot.org

The Grand Tennis Club: “Big enough to meet lot’s 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

FRIDAY

NIGHTLive

SONORAN PLAZA KIVA BALLROOM

TIMES AND ENTERTAINMENT WILL VARY VISIT OUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR FOR DETAILS MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

TUESDAY AT PALM CENTER 4:30–6:30 P.M.

AUGUST 6 | SEPTEMBER 3

TUESDAY AT CIMARRON 4:30–6:30 P.M.

AUGUST 27 | SEPTEMBER 24

ALZHEIMERS’S—

INTEREST GROUPS...AND MORE

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

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 Fitness front desk. It is important to sign the participation sheet provided near the court – as CAM will consider a permanent court based on the use of the temporary court! Reserved times are: 6:30–8:30am Sunday and 3–9pm every day, and any time the tennis court is not being used.

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.

Contacts: 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

Description: Grand Mixers – fun mixed league (guys and gals). Contact(s) for Interest Group: Sally Such, President, 623-975-1377

CANADIAN FRIENDS AT SCG

Website: scgcdn.weebly.com

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! Interest Group email: scgcanadianfriends@gmail.com

THE GRAND CAR CLUB 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 shows and parades in The Grand. Our annual car show is in the spring every year in the parking lot behind the Chaparral center. For more information contact thegrandcarclub@ gmail.com

COLORADO INTEREST GROUP

Greetings from us, your CO neighbors in Grand! We're a newly formed group in early 2024 and now have over 180 members with past or present ties to Colorado. In January, we had our initial kickoff meeting. In February, over 90 members went to the Surprise ballpark for the Colorado Rockies vs the Kansas City Royals spring training game. We hope to repeat this event next spring. In April, we had a "Springtime in the Rockies Brunch" event that was a huge success. We are busily planning event options for this upcoming year for our membership. If you are interested in joining our Colorado Interest Group (CIG), please contact us through the following email address: COclubatAZGrand@gmail.com. Watch for the fall issues of the Grand Lifestyle magazine that will feature our October 31st Halloween Chilli Cookoff and costume party. Membership options are always open. Wishing you a great CO or AZ summer wherever you are!

CORNHOLE

This is a great way to have fun and make new friends. Contact Lee Jividen, 740-361-3748 or Greg Collins, 209-988-8445 for more information

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) or mark82laurie@hotmail.com

GRAND DEMOCRATS

Contact: Bob Walling, President, at granddems@ gmail.com. Website: www.granddems.org

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

On August 28, 2024, Grand Dems will host a special Open House Meeting to be held in the Agua Fria Room at Cimarron Center. Cookies, Coffee, Conversation, petition signing and meeting candidates starts at 5:45 pm, followed by a business update at 6:30 and the speakers at 7 pm. To RSVP, go to the Events calendar on www.granddems. org. Grand Dems President Bob Walling will give a presentation on the Democratic National Convention held August 19-23 in which he attended as a Delegate. Candidates will also be invited to give a final pitch before the September 21, West Valley Democrats Rally at The Grand Meeting Information: We invite all open-minded Republicans, Independents and Democrats.

Volunteers are needed for post card writing and voter guide distribution Get-Out-The-Vote efforts over the summer and Fall. Check the Events calendar at www.granddems.org for all events. Please RSVP at www.granddems.org. Events tab.

Save the Date: September 21, 2024 West Valley Democrats Rally at The Grand. 1:30-4:30 pm. Grand will host the 12th Democrats Rally showcasing Democratic Candidates at Federal, State, County and local levels. This is a unique opportunity to see and hear, in person, candidates seeking your vote in the November 5 General Election. The event is sponsored by Grand Democrats, Maricopa County Democratic Party, Northwest Valley Democrats, Pebble Creek Democrats and LD 25, LD28, & LD29 Democratic Parties. Come join the pageantry in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom. RSVP for in person or Zoom.

All Grand Dems event information is posted on the Events section of our website, www.granddems.org.

A Grand Dems Blue Breakfast will be held at 9 am on Tuesday, September 3. Check www.granddems. org Events for location and to RSVP.

Our Blue Dinner will be held Thursday, September 19. Check the Events calendar at www.granddems. org for location and to RSVP.

Voters are encouraged to check their voter registration status at BeBallotReady.VOTE. If you haven’t already, sign up for ballots by mail by joining the Active Early Voting List (AEVL).

We welcome all open-minded Republicans, Independents, and citizens to learn about our Candidates and the Democratic values they hold. Send all inquiries to Bob Walling at granddems@ gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you at The Grand.

FOUR WHEELING

Website: www.grand4wheelers.org

Description: The Grand 4-Wheelers are residents of The Grand who are interested in taking rides offroad 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, 623-5445988 or 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 623544-5988 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

GRAND CONNECTION 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, 623-5333455 & Laura Garrett-Williams, 623-215-7884.

HORSESHOES INTEREST GROUP

Yes, GRAND, has horseshoe pits that are located next to the Del Web softball field. We have 5 pits that are well maintained and available to all that are renting or own a home in GRAND. The pits are open every day and you can even play under the lights. If interested you can even become involved with the GRAND horseshoe league which plays between January-March, competing with 5 other retirement communities. The group meets every week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays around 8:30-10:30. We provide horseshoes and can offer friendly advise on “pitching” horseshoes, if you need assistance. The pits are open to all women and men in GRAND and we welcome all that are interested in trying this GREAT game. Who knows you could be pitching wringers in no time and enjoying a new sport or remembering how you did this years ago. For more information call Jim Zierden (612) 578-5906 or Dave Anderson (708) 310-9056.

IOWA INTEREST GROUP

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

LGBTQ INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s) for Interest Group: scg.lgbt@yahoo.com Website: scglgbt.com

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

Grand’s LGBTQ Interest Group Update… Since we are in the middle of our Annual Membership Drive, it seems fitting to share a Group

update with the Grand community. When we last wrote in The Grand LIFESTYLES, we were amid the Covid epidemic and like so many other groups, we struggled to remain connected but did so thanks to the wonders of Zoom. Also, like so many other clubs and organizations have since experienced, it’s been a challenge to regroup and simply “pick up where we left off”.

Ever since our inception 8 years ago this March, The Grand’s LGBTQ Interest Group’s purpose remains unchanged. Our intent was to “Create community and enhance the quality of life for our members and allies who are residents of Sun City Grand, together with our LGBTQ neighbors, seeking to be a positive presence in our region and throughout the State of Arizona”. Our Core Values are Community, Friendship, Equality, and Inclusion. A recent member survey revealed that the opportunity to meet like-minded people in a social setting is indeed achieved. We continue our numerous social activities on a regular basis; monthly Breakfast Club, potlucks, “Shout-Outs” (spontaneously organized activities), and occasional outings. Ongoingly, we’ve contributed to and participated in various community efforts; volunteering at both local Food Banks, Surprise’s MLK Day events, Dysart School System, One-in-Ten Youth Advocacy Program, etc. As in any citizen group, members also participate in various local faith-based organizations, community programs and committees, and arts organizations. We also support and remain connected with our neighboring West Valley LGBTQ Clubs and Groups as well.

We look forward to welcoming new friends in our shared community. So, if our Group sounds interesting to you, and you would like more information, find us on social media at www. facebook.com/scglgbt ; feel free to contact us on email at scg.lgbt@yahoo.com or through our website at: scglgbt.com .

MINNESOTA INTEREST GROUP

Contact for Interest Group: Cecelia Kelly, 612-8604676, 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.

NEW YORK STATE 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.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

August 12, 2024 from 6-9 pm — Apache Room

Join us for a Mexican Train Night. Don't worry if you don't know how to plan — we'll teach you! Snacks will be served. CASH PRIZES! Cost is $5 per person. Reservations and prepayment are required. Please email me (thenystategroup@gmail.com) then get me a check for $5 per person, (made out to Julia Schoen; the address is 20129 N Painted Sky Blvd 85374).

PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP

The Muhammad Ali Parkinson Support group has moved to Grace Community Church, 16165 W. Mountain View Blvd., #4900, Surprise, AZ 85374. It is 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) for Interest Group: Dorothy (Rzeszutek) Higdon, 218-821-3033, 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 nondenominational 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 REPUBLICAN INTEREST GROUP

Grand Republicans meets the third Saturday morning each month at Church on the Green (19051 N. RH Johnson Blvd, Sun City West 85375.) Doors open

at 8:30, coffee and pastries available by 9:00, with meetings starting at 9:30. Guests are always welcome. Our June 15 meeting saw many candidates taking the opportunity to speak to us before the mailin ballots arrived in early July. First was Debbie Lesko, U.S. House of Representatives from CD 8, seeking to transition to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Next, Christopher Escobedo, State Director for the Trump Campaign, spoke of the exciting ground game that the Trump Campaign is putting together in Arizona. He introduced Ms Jenna Rayne as the West Valley Field Director. We then heard from: County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, who is seeking reelection; Rene Lopez, AZ Corporation Commissioner; Two candidates for Maricopa County Superintendent of Schools: Shelli Boggs and Nickie Kelley; Incumbent Maricopa County Treasurer, John Allen, also seeking reelection; and Two candidates for Mayor of Surprise: current District 2 Council Member, Alyson Cline, and recent write-in candidate Mr. Ed Cunningham. They will both be running against Kevin Sartor, who spoke to us earlier in the year.

At press time we were looking forward to our July 20 meeting featuring nationally recognized polling expert Mike Noble, founder & CEO of Noble Predictive Insights, a nonpartisan public opinion polling, market research, and data analytics firm in Phoenix; and Justin Heap, Arizona State Representative, and candidate for Maricopa County Recorder. Our August 17 meeting will feature author, historian and retired professor of history Dr. Larry Schweikart. His many books include The Entrepreneurial Adventure, a history of American business (1999,) A Patriot's History of the United States (2006,) coauthored with Michael Allen and (also in 2006,) 48 Liberal Lies About American History. Also speaking to us will be internationally renowned border intelligence expert and keynote speaker, Mr. Jaeson Jones.

We believe that an informed electorate is a voting electorate: The more informed people are, the more likely they are to vote. We therefore invite candidates and election specialists to speak at our meetings. Open-minded guests are always welcome to attend. As you sign in, whether Member or Guest, watch for the friendly, inviting (voluntary) Donation Jar in lieu of the $2 fee for non-members. Donations help defray the cost of the meeting room and are greatly appreciated. There is a separate tip jar near the free pastries and coffee.

STATE OF MINDFULNESS

The Grand State of Mindfulness Interest Group is a mindfulness community, practicing together. Bringing peace, compassion, and gratitude to ourselves and those around us. Group meditation can help develop a real connection with other people while tapping into the same silence and source of peace. 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.

GROUP MEETINGS

Group meetings are facilitated discussions that begin with a topic introduction and end with a meditation. Group meets 3 times per year.

GRAND LEARNING CLASSES

State of Mindfulness co-founders, Holly Costa and Gena Bailey, teach courses in meditation and mindfulness through Grand Learning. See the

Grand Learning calendar for details and class dates. WANT TO LEARN MORE OR JOIN THE GROUP? For those interested in enhancing wellbeing and resilience join us! Checkout our website: www.stateofmindfulness.club or email us at grandstateofmindfulness@gmail.com

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 our patio party and Lake Pleasant Boat Cruise and much more!

VALLEY OF THE SUN SKI CLUB

Valley of the Sun Ski Club is now accepting new members for the scheduled trips to Telluride January 26-31 and Aspen/Snowmass February23-28 in 2025. The Club meets the first Thursday of each month in Sun City West from November to April, 2024-25. All ages are welcome. Many families and their friends from other cities enjoy our trips. Our group is a mix of beginners, intermediate and expert skiers. If you are interested in learning more and joining us, call Mary Ann Vangelisti to get more information (602-799-3855). Or you can go to our website: VSSCskiclub.com

We are accepting $150 deposits for our trips to Aspen and Telluride. Please mail them asap to: VSSC, PO Box 5186, Sun City West, AZ 85376-5186

VEG HEADS

HI, VEG HEADS, (VEGETARIANS AND VEGANS),

You know who you are and why you eat a plantbased diet, whether for your health, the health of the planet, aversion to cruelty, or simply because you like the food.

Phoenix is within the top five U.S. cities for vegetarian/vegan restaurants. Plus, we have our own homes, Grand sites, and closer restaurants and venues to enjoy. Let's feast together and celebrate our contributions to a better world. That's a flavor to favor.

To join or to inquire about our SIG, call Paula, 623293-2884. There are now close to forty of us, and we've just begun.

WATER VOLLEYBALL

Looking for a great way to get exercise and enjoy the water? Come play Water Volleyball! Water Volleyball combines regular volleyball play with a lightweight bouncy style ball in a shallow pool. This game keeps the pressure off of your joints and allows for maximum fun! Water Volleyball is a great way to meet new friends, enjoy some exercise, and learn something new! Games are played on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Adobe Fitness Center Outdoor Pool. Social Water Volleyball (great for beginners) is played from 2:00-3:30pm and Competitive play is from 3:305:00pm. We play year round and it’s a fun way to cool off on warm Arizona days. There are no dues, so stop by and play a game or contact us for more information.

Contact(s): Ramona Simpson 623-332-4606 or Pete

Simoneau 480-637-1744

WASHINGTON STATE

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Susan Brinkley, 206276-2080, 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 INTEREST GROUP

Grand’s Wine Interest Group meets monthly to enjoy themed wine tastings from around the world, at a member host’s home or other agreed location. Home tastings begin with an introductory educational preview of the topic, followed by wine tasting of several offerings in an informal, fun atmosphere. Light finger food and desserts, planned by the host, are available to complement the wines. A perfect opportunity to learn about wine and different varietals among wine enthusiasts, with new and old friends.

WIG meetings are planned for the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm, mostly at host homes in Grand. In 2024, we will explore meeting year round, with summer tastings at local establishments. Annual dues: $10. Monthly tastings at host homes: $15. A yearly, fine dining banquet features a cuisine from around the world, accompanied by quality wines of the region.

Contact: Marilyn Meyerowitz for membership information: msmazpa@yahoo.com or 623-4448746.

WISCONSIN INTEREST GROUP

If you would like to learn more about the Wisconsin Interest Group, visit our web site www.wigazinfo. weebly.com. Select the ‘Contact Us’ tab, send us a note and we will get back to you. We can also be reached at wigmessage@gmail.com. Our Annual Dues are $10 per person. If you desire to join during the Summer/early Fall, your dues will cover all of 2024 and 2025.

Our group is diverse, energetic, fun-loving with activities throughout the year. The ‘Events’ tab on the web site provides some of the activities enjoyed by members. Catered dinners, game nights, tailgate parties, golf outings, trips to local dinner theaters as well as private coach to locations in Arizona and California and Nevada.

Our 2024-2025 planning is completed and we have submitted requests to The Grand for approval. Wishing all a pleasant, Safe and enjoyable Summer. If you enjoy making new friends, we welcome you to join us.

Our next monthly breakfast is August 2nd at Tivoli Gardens in Surprise. Reservations required with details on the website.

Have you lost something in the Village Area or out in the Community? If so, check at the Welcome Center to see if your lost item has been turned in.

Lost and Found is located in the Welcome Center in the lobby of the Palm Center. Open hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Or you can phone 623-546-7501 and ask the volunteers to check for your lost item. Valuable items such as cell phones and jewelry are kept in the Membership Office.

The Golf Courses and Fitness Centers keep their found items, so if you lost something there, please check at those facilities.

August 4 & 18 September 1 & 15 4-6pm

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • THURSDAY • 7 PM

LOCKED OUT OF HEAVEN

BRUNO MARS TRIBUTE

Step into a world where the magic of Bruno Mars comes alive like never before. “Locked Out of Heaven” isn’t just a tribute band; it’s an immersive experience that will transport you to the heart-pounding, chart-topping hits of the multi-talented pop sensation himself.

$25 PER PERSON

Doors Open 6:30pm, Cash Bar available SONORAN PLAZA | KIVA BALLROOM

MONSOON AWARENESS

Aly Cline Council Member

Monsoon season is observed typically from June 15 through September 30 and is characterized by an increase in thunderstorm and lightning activity, high winds, dust storms and flash floods. While the severity of weather can vary each season, Surprise residents should have a monsoon safety plan and be ready for all possible weather-related occurrences.

Here are some tips and resources to help you and your family prepare for the upcoming Monsoon season:

At home: Staying indoors is the safest plan during a significant storm. If you are at home, turn off all unnecessary power equipment to prevent damage from power surges or outages. Ensure your home has an emergency preparedness kit that includes flashlights, batteries, bottled water, non-perishable food items and first aid supplies.

While driving: Dust storms and heavy rain can decrease visibility and increase road hazards when driving.

Tuesday, August 20, at 10 a.m. at The Grand, Agua Fria Room, 17100 W Clearview Blvd.

Friday, August 23, at 10 a.m. at Arizona Traditions Ballroom, 17221 N. Citrus Rd.

See you there!

Slow down if you are driving during a storm, and if necessary, pull off to the right side of the road as far as possible. Then turn off your engine and lights and take your foot off the brake pedal. Never attempt to drive through flooded intersections or roadways! Even shallow flowing water has enough power to sweep a vehicle off the road or stall an engine. If you approach a flooded area, safely turn your vehicle around and find an alternate route. Flash floods: Monitor weather reports and pay attention to flood alerts. Knowing where to find sand and sandbags is essential to protecting your home and family when flooding is imminent. Sand and bags are provided free of charge to Surprise residents at multiple locations. Get the locations and other monsoon safety tips at surpriseaz.gov/monsoon.

AUGUST FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Each month, we are proud to provide GrandKids Corner, a varied list of activity options for you, our Residents, and your families.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM

4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix n 480-478-6000 n MIM.org.

Explore the world’s music and cultures at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM). MIM takes you on a journey around the world, deep into the heart of human creativity.

MIM’s five Geographic Galleries showcase global music and cultures through multimedia that allows you to hear, see, and feel the creative spirit of people as they play their instruments. In the Experience Gallery, bang a gong, strum a Peruvian harp, try your hand at the theremin, and have fun making some music on global instruments similar to ones on display throughout the museum. Today, MIM has a collection of more than 7,500 instruments from more than 200 world countries and territories. The galleries reflect the rich diversity and history of many world cultures. But music and instruments also show us what we have in common—a thought powerfully expressed in our motto, music is the language of the soul. Visit the Artist Gallery to get a

close-up look at instruments and memorabilia from influential artists, such as Elvis Presley®, Ravi Shankar, Carlos Santana, Clara Rockmore, Johnny Cash, Maroon 5, and more. The acoustically superb MIM Music Theater offers an intimate, 300-seat setting to enjoy live performances yearround by renowned and emerging artists from around the world.

OCEANXPERIENCE— ONLY AT ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER

600 E. Washington St., Phoenix n 602-716-2000 n azscience.org

Go deep-sea exploring— without leaving dry land! Climb aboard an interactive replica of OceanXplorer–the world's most advanced research and filmmaking vessel. Utilizing nextgeneration technology, compelling storytelling, and an immersive experience, OceanXperience gives guests the chance to be true explorers uncovering the ocean's secrets and developing captivating media to help people around the world connect with this precious resource. Along the way, they'll conduct scientific experiments like

actual OceanXplorer scientists and experience the exhilarating feeling of exploring some of the oceans' most inspiring locations. An exhibition designed for all ages, OceanXperience gives visitors access to OceanX’s renowned OceanXplorer vessel and the cutting-edge science, technology, and media the ship uses to explore the ocean and bring it back to the world.

SLICK CITY PEORIA

7586 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria n 623-473-9218 n peoriaaz@slickcity.com

We are Slick City Action Park, the world’s first Indoor slide (with no water) and Sports Court Park designed for ALL ages. We are BOLD, COURAGEOUS, and AUDACIOUS. We awaken the senses and evoke a sense of thrill in everything we do. We combine proprietary “we’ve gotta do that” attractions with an exceptional guest experience to inspire, engage, and entertain thrillseekers of all ages.

LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER

5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir., Tempe n 855-450-0558 n legolanddiscoverycenter.com/ arizona/

*Last entry two hours before closing There is so much to do inside of LEGOLAND Discovery Center! LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona is a 40,000 square-foot indoor attraction featuring more than one million LEGO® bricks. Venture through Miniland (Phoenix made completely out of LEGO®!), catch a movie at the 4D movie theatre, quest to save the princess on Kingdom Quest, take to the skies with Merlin’s Apprentice, and build your heart out with 7 build and play zones! Don’t forget to stop by the workshop to meet Master Model Builder Delanie and see of her BRICKTASTIC LEGO models. Build the best day with the whole family!

General admissions start at $25.99 per guest, but we recommend that all guests get double the fun with combination tickets and head to SEA LIFE Arizona right across the hall! Prices start at $32.99.

BOARD COMMITTEES

Architectural Review Committee

Tom Gusich

Code of Conduct Committee & Covenants

Gabriele Dawson

Finance Advisory Committee

Doug Brady

Golf Advisory Committee

Ben Serns

Technology Advisory Committee (TAC)

Jeff Gibbs

ADDITIONAL CAM INFORMATION

Website

623.546.7533 communications@livegrandaz.com

Membership Office ....................

623.546.7444 Palm Center, 19726 N. Remington Drive

Welcome Center

Lost & Found

623.546.7501

623.546.7501

Hours: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Standards Compliance Office ................ 623.546.7450

ARC Applications ........................

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

Fitness Director

Allison Adams

623.546.7463 allison.adams@livegrandaz.com

Finance Director

Vicki Taylor ....................................

623-546-7453 vicki.taylor@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

623.546.7553

623.546.7474 Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. CHAPS Office

Grand Election Team

Jane Barry grandelectionsteam@gmail.com

ON-SITE EMERGENCIES

Association Patrol ...................... 623.764.0809 Sunday–Saturday, 24 hours, 7 days a week

Maintenance Emergencies

623.546.7551

Bus. Hours: 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.com ... 623-546-7551

Golf Course Maintenance/Leaks

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

Jamie Svoboda ............................

623.546.7550 jamie.svoboda@livegrandaz.com

Norma Gaitan—Admin Assistant 623.546.7551

Membership Director

Debra Goodman ........................... 623.546.7435 debra.goodman@livegrandaz.com

Standards Director

Andrew Fernandez

623-546-7439 andrew.fernandez@livegrandaz.com

Purchasing Specialist

Laurie Baumann .............................. 623.546.7561 laurie.baumann@livegrandaz.com

GOLF

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

Jennifer Ciesla—Golf Pro 623-975-5657 jennifer.ciesla@livegrandaz.com

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