Club Connections, Interest Groups and More

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 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

FULLY OPEN. Art Club members are enjoying being creative. This Fall we will have a full slate of classes for beginners through experienced artists. Watch for the return of Paint Parties! Non-members can take classes if there is room, by signing up on the Waitlist. Paint Parties are on a first come basis via the sign-up sheet. Both are at the club. The best way to enjoy the classes is to join the Art Club – it’s a $20 annual fee. From classes and socials, to exhibiting your artwork and gatherings by medium, the Art Club is open and we’re having FUN! We’d love to have you join us. For more info go online at scgartclub.org. BILLARDS

We are open to all SCG Community Association Members no experience necessary! We have eight new Diamond Pool tables, which are one of the best available for professional players. Check out our calendar for Club activities. Visit our website at www.grandbilliards.org for activity schedules, photos, and more. BOCCE

All Grand residents are invited to join us for Drop-In Bocce. We’ll teach you the game if you’re new to it, or just join us to play twice a week. No registration or fees required. Tuesdays 9 a.m. | Wednesdays 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join in. We’re having fun while the weather is nice. The start time is subject to change as the weather changes. For information, contact president@scgbocce.com or our website www.scgbocce.com BOOMERS CLUB

While Boomers is usually associated with a specific age group, Boomers Club is a 500 + member social club open to all Sun City Grand residents. Check us out at www.scgboomers.com That is where you can sign up for membership and see new events as our members schedule them. Membership in Boomers is an excellent way for new residents to establish contacts in the SCG Community. We always look forward to meeting new «Boomers.» If you have membership questions, you can always contact our Membership Chair at membershipscgboomers@gmail.com Ladies Luncheons, Men’s Breakfasts and Luncheons and monthly Happy Hours are in full swing. Check out our upcoming Scheduled Events on our website. Plan to join Boomers and meet new friends. BRIDGE CLUB

There is always an eventual winner in bridge but for most players it is the social aspect of the game and particularly the partnership dynamics that gives bridge its main appeal. The club is now open with limited social games: Monday afternoon, Wednesday evening and Thursday afternoon. Duplicate games are now open on Sunday and Wednesday starting at 1PM. All players, social, duplicate and their guest must have a signed COVID 19 Waiver on file. Please visit the bridge club website at www.scgbridgeclub. com for additional information and updates. Resumption for all scheduled Bridge games (social and duplicate) will resume starting in October. CANASTA

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

As the temperatures are rising come and cool off at the Clay Arts Studio while exercising your talents created from a bag of clay. Join us for ongoing classes in hand building and wheel throwing. You can also learn new techniques in all types of high fire and low fire glazing. Register on-line for one of the classes. We are thrilled to welcome the new, professional grade, Bailey Slab Roller for use by our members. It could not be easier to roll out a slab of clay! An instructional video is on-line for review before using this one pass through slab roller. Our participation at The Market At Grand was a sell out! Once again were able to introduce the community to the many talents of our artists who work in clay. If you missed it, be sure to visit our Gallery On-Line. New artists and new works are always being added. Need a bag of clay, a new rib, or want a specific tool? It very well might be in stock in our Clay Supply Cabinet or we can order it for you. Save yourself a trip to get it, wait for it to come in the mail, and extra shipping charges. And pay using your credit card, right in the studio. It’s a perfect time of the year to join the Clay Arts Club. New members are always welcome. We continue to adhere to CDC and CAM guidelines. Visit us on-line at grandclayarts.com GRAND COMPUTERS

Visit our website, www.Grandcomputers.org, for information about the Grand Computers Club. Tech Help EVERY TUESDAY from 12:30–2:30 PM in Person and via Zoom Video Conferencing. Must be a Club Member to participate. Bring your device, passwords, and power supply for in person help. Register by Monday at 11 AM. DANCE CLUB

The SCG Dance Club is eager to get back to hosting our dances and dance lessons. We will post the latest information we have on the dance club website: scgdanceclub.org. DANCE CLUB LESSONS

Line Dance News: The new season of Line Dance lessons began in July with Brenda Thomason on Wednesdays and Saturdays at Cimarron Center. This year the hours will be 10 a.m. to noon. Howard Klemmer has agreed to step in to host lessons for now. For further information write: Line-Dance-Dir@scgdanceclub.org. Residents $5, non-residents $7. Ballroom Lessons: Ballroom is excited to announce that it has contracted with an excellent husband and wife team of competition-level dancers and instructors: Julianne and Paul Daniels of Dancewise Studios. Together they have decades of combined international teaching, demonstrations, competitions, and judging experience. Julianne, a certified DAVIDA dance instructor competes in American Smooth, American Rhythm, International Standard, an International Latin. She will be doing the majority of the teaching at Grand. Lessons will begin September 21 which is several weeks earlier than past years. Lessons will be Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at Cimarron Center. Basic/beginner lessons are held from 4 to 5 p.m. An intermediate level class is held from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Residents $5, non-residents $7. No preregistration necessary. For further information write Ballroom-Dir@scgdanceclub.org. DOMINOES CLUB

For more information, call the President, Pat Johnson, 623–203–7713. DRAMA & COMEDY CLUB

The Drama and Comedy Club is looking forward to a return to normal in our next season. Most productions planned for this past season have been re-scheduled for the coming year. This past year did feature our first, and very successful, outdoor productions in the amphitheater, and our two virtual productions that were streamed worldwide from Broadway on Demand. There are many opportunities to participate in the Club. In fact, there are more members who are not actors, than are actors. See the ad in this magazine for a description of how you can be involved. In particular, we are putting a special focus on dancers. Whether you have danced previously, years ago, or not at all, we have the class for you. Come join us, we offer both Jazz and Tap Dance Technique Classes. So much fun, make new friends, learn something new or brush up on your steps, a great form exercise and camaraderie and good way to beat the heat! Any questions, please call Robin Kachurak, Dance Committee Chair at 818-7954859. You can also find everything you need to know at granddrama.com. For general Club questions, contact Jeff Martini at 610-304-4129.

EUCHRE CLUB

Call President (Rich Eggen) 248–310–7561 for additional information. FISHING CLUB

Club members have fishing experience in all parts of the U.S., Canada and around the world. Check our Club Website www.scgfishing.weebly.com for more information. Club goals include sport fishing and enjoying the outdoors with friends. Members enjoy fly fishing and spin fishing and taking an active role in the promotion of fishing and conservation. Fishing trips are organized to areas in Arizona such as day trips to Lake Pleasant and the Salt River and overnight to the White Mountains, Lees Ferry, the San Juan River in New Mexico, Alaska and Canada. The Club assists in stocking fish at Lake Nine and has directions and fishing equipment for kids or grand kids to fish Lake Nine. The Club also supports community efforts including Healing Waters, Adaptive Kids Fishing, and the Veteran’s Home fishing outing. To contact a club officer for information or to find our about grandkids fishing in Lake Nine, please email infoscgfishing@gmail.com. GARDEN CLUB

A summer salute to Garden Club members and others as well! June finds Club members on vacation (no meetings in summer). We’ll be “vacationing” until the next Garden Club meeting on Thursday, October 21, 8:30-11 am in the Gila Room at Cimarron Center; we hope to be meeting in person by Fall! Club dues remain at $10/year pp and are payable at the first meetings of the garden club year (even January, hoping our Canadian friends will again be able to join us). Garden Club meetings are the third Thursday of the months of October, November, NO MEETING in December. Then we begin our “New Year” 2022 - really(?) on January 20, Feb, March, April, and May. We hope to be planning a field trip in the Spring! There has been an almost 2-year gap in Garden Club in-person meetings, so we ask volunteers to again bring goodies to share at our brunch table, “plants & things” for and helping at the plant giveaway table. We’ll appreciate help with starting our coffee pots before the meetings, they’ll be filled with water, just plug in (!). Did we mention a greeter would help welcome previous members and new members, as well as visitors who want to “check us out” for only ($1)? We will miss our friend Gloria Mandracchia and her big smiles and hugs very much at the plant table. Barbara and Hazel will help us remember Gloria’s joy at describing all the “lovelies” you’ve brought for that table. Board members Ellie, Cherie, Karen and Ruth look forward to seeing you once again at Garden Club in-person meetings in the Fall! Would you also send Cherie topics that you would like to talk about in these future meetings - thank you! GLASS ARTS

The glass arts club is welcoming new members! Whether you aspire to make a beautiful stainedglass window for your home, design a mosaic masterpiece, or enjoy creating a one-of-a-kind fused glass piece, Grand Glass Arts encourages you to explore the world of glass art. The first step to creating your masterpiece is to join the club by going to grandglassarts.com and clicking on the ‘Join Us’ tab or stopping by the glass arts studio to complete an application there. Next, you will be contacted by the Glass Arts Education Co-chairs to schedule your two orientation classes. The first class is the ‘Glass Arts Overview’ and helps you understand how our club operates. Your training continues with the ‘Glass Arts Skills’ class where you learn to lay out patterns on glass, use glass tools to cut and separate glass, and learn how to set up and use a grinder to perfect glass pieces. Questions? Kathy Cihlar at education@grandglassarts.com for additional information. GOLF—150 GOLF CLUB

Par–3 golf at Sun City Grand. The co–ed 150 Golf Club plays nine holes from tees 150 yards or less from the pin Sunday afternoon. If you want to work on your short game, are new to golf or just want enjoy nine holes from a shorter distance, give us a try. We would love to have you as our guest. We are a relaxed, fun–loving group. Info: Denny Spencer 425–210–6973.

GOLF—LADIES GRAND NINERS

Club Website: www.ladiesgrandniners.golfgenius.com Meeting information: The Ladies Grand Niners membership year is October 1-September 30 each year. We play golf in a shotgun format on Tuesdays, November through May. Based on availability, members sign up to play at either 12:30 or 3:00. In the summer months, members can choose to play 9-holes of golf between 6–7AM or 18 holes at 7 AM. (Please note that, with restrictions related to COVID-19, we have been playing with tee times instead of shotguns since mid-March 2020. The format is subject to change.) Membership Ladies Grand Niners is processed through Arizona Golf Association. Members are required to have an active membership in the Arizona Golf Association (AGA), select Ladies Grand Niners as your club and be a resident of Sun City Grand with a valid Community Association Member (CAM) number. The LGN membership rate is discounted for those who join after April 1. 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 a six 9-hole rounds or a combination of 9 and18-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 5-9-hole rounds in order to be eligible to play in the annual President’s Cup tournament (held in March each year). Club Description: Ladies Grand Niners has over 200 members. 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 “Fun, Friendship, and Golf”! For information on how to join our club through Arizona Golf Association go to ladiesgrandniners. golfgenius.com and click on the link for our membership information or contact our membership co-chairs at membership. ladiesgrandniners@gmail.com. GOLF- MENS 9 HOLE

The Men’s Nine Hole Golf Club thanks you for the opportunity to tell you a little about our club. As our name implies, we are an organization for male Sun City Grand residents who play nine holes of golf each week, rather than the usual 18. While we are a golf club, we also place a high priority on having fun and making lasting friendships. Our motto is “Twice The Fun in Half The Time”. For more information visit our website: http://mens9hole.homestead.com GOLF—LADIES 18 HOLE LEAGUE

If you enjoy golfing and socializing with other friendly women, then the Grand Ladies 18-Hole Golf League is a perfect fit for you. GLGA 18Hole League is affiliated with the Arizona Golf Association (AGA) and members are required to comply with USGA rules of golf. We play every Tuesday, rotating among all four SCG golf courses. GLGA is a year-round league. You must have a current handicap or, establish a handicap within 30 days of joining the league in order to compete in weekly (Tuesday) play events. The maximum handicap allowed on each golf course is 40. In addition to our weekly play events, several major tournaments are held throughout the year, including a Member-Member, Member-Guest, League Championship. The League also supports a variety of charitable activities. Our President is Lin Rigutto. To learn about GLGA, go to our website: www. glga-grandladiesgolfassociation.golfgenius.com Or, feel free to contact our Membership Director at GLGAMembership@gmail.com. Membership applications are also available at Granite Falls Golf Course and Sonoran Plaza, just left of the library entrance. GOLF—LADY PUTTERS

Lady Putters is a way to get outdoors, socialize and enjoy a game. It's a way to practice your putting skills or learn to play a new game. Every week, the putting course is arranged differently so it remains a challenge. You can putt once a week in Sun City Grand from November through May. Join Lady Putters. We would love to see you. For information, go to our website at https://scgladyputters.com/ or send an email to pamlang22@gmail.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. (In the summer, we go to an early morning start time in order to beat the heat.) 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. The Men Putters is a new club, started several years ago, and membership has continued to grow with each new season. Membership, pictures and lots of other information can be found on our website: www.scgmenputters.weebly.com. GOLF—COUPLES PUTTING

The Couples Putting Club is a co-ed charter club at Sun City Grand in Surprise, AZ. We are a putting only club that plays on an 18-hole course

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that is set-up differently each month. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for experienced golfers and novices alike to compete on the putting green and at the same time, have fun and make new friends. Above all, we want our members to enjoy themselves while utilizing our wonderful putting facilities at the Cimarron Center. For more information visit our website: https:// scgcouplesputtingclub.weebly.com GOLF—MEN’S NINE HOLE GOLF CLUB

The Men’s Nine Hole Golf Club is composed 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. Due to the current Covid pandemic, we play every Monday with tee times starting at 12:30 p.m and 3:00 p.m. We provide free range balls upon checking in either curbside or in the pro shops. We are still offering team games e.g. team tournaments, best ball and scrambles, plus a Club Championship and President’s Cup Tournaments. Come enjoy the camaraderie and friendships, that are an important part of our game playing experience. Please visit our website at: mens9hole.homestead.com. Membership Director: Wayne Mercel merk5151@msn.com GOLF—MEN’S 18 HOLE GOLF CLUB

Enjoy competition and have fun. Test your golf skills and make new friends while enjoying a round of golf on our beautiful community golf courses. The SCG Men’s 18 - Hole Golf Club welcomes resident golfers to join our club and compete for bragging rights and prize money in weekly tournaments .We play our tournaments on Wednesdays under USGA Rules of Golf and use the USGA’s Golf Handicap Information Network ( GHIN ) for tracking handicaps .Participants are flighted based on handicap and generally play with other golfers of similar ability. Our season starts the first week of November and runs through September. Membership information/ applications can be obtained in the Granite Falls Pro Shop or by visiting our website at www.scgmgc.com.The 2021 Membership Chairman is Tom Jones. The club currently has over 400 members and we invite you to join our roster. GRAND HIKERS

Grand Hikers will resume a regular schedule of hikes in October 2021, but will offer some shorter/easier hikes for August and September. The summer hike schedule is available on our website at www.scghikers. org where you can also learn more about the club, upcoming hikes, and tips for more enjoyment and safety in your hikes. For more information contact president@scghikers.org or hikedirector@scghikers. org. Interested hikers are welcome at our monthly general meeting, held the first Monday of the month from October through May (no monthly meeting June through September). LANGUAGE CLUB

The SCG Language Club would like to increase its Foreign language offerings to our residents. We currently offer Spanish, French, Italian, German, and ASL (American Sign Language). We need volunteers in any other languages, to teach our resident students. We would also like to start ZOOMING CLASSES and need volunteers to ZOOM. If you have an interest to participate come join us at the Ocotillo Building! New classes begin the first week October 2021. Current German and Italian classes meet through the summer. Email president@grandlanguageclub.com. LAWN BOWLING

We welcome all levels and ages to join us for a relaxed but competitive game. We have a state-ofthe-art bowling green that is arguably the best green 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 (and use of club bowls) we offer. See more information on SunCityGrand.com or go direct to our website at www.grandlawnbowling.org for starting times, contact information, pictures and much, much more or contact Brad Heldele at 206-713-2320

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MAH JONGG

The Sun City Grand Mah Jongg Club is again open for play! We play in the Hopi Room at the Chaparral Center on Tuesdays from 12:00 noon to 4 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 5:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. We’re playing with the new 2021 card, which became effective April 1, 2021. We play according to National Mah Jongg League rules, with four people to a table. Mahjongg is a game of skill, strategy, calculation, memory, and involves a degree of luck. It is an excellent game to keep your brain lively. Our club offers lessons each year, and we will be giving lessons starting in October of this year. Lessons are a good way to learn the game in a more relaxed setting. If you would like to be on the list for lessons, please email us at scgmahjonggclubl9@ cox.net. One of the nice things about playing with us is that you can arrive or leave at any time during play after you have played a round (4 games) at a table. After you are East, you go to the front of the room and wait for the next available table. It’s a great way to meet other members and make new mah jongg friends. You do not need to bring a mah jongg set, only your current 2021 card. If you do not have a 2021 card, you can order one at the National League website, which is www.nationalmahjonggleague.org. We also hold tournaments each year, and we invite all mah jongg players to join us for our next tournament. Tournaments are another great way of improving mah jongg skills and making new friends. Check us out on a Tuesday afternoon or Wednesday evening. Bring your current 2021 mah jongg card, $5.00 in change, and your Cam card. For more information, see our website at www.scgmahjongg. net or contact us at scgmahjonggclubl9@cox.net. MUSIC CLUB

The Sun City Grand Music Club is composed of residents who share a love of music. It is dedicated to the performance of Vocal and Instrumental Music for the enjoyment of both our participants and the general public. Its activities give members performance opportunities as singers and instrumentalists, both singly and in groups. Members also participate in production, technical, and backstage activities for our shows and support the club through Board and committee functions. There’s a place for everyone! If you have an interest or need further information, please visit our website, www.scgrandmusicclub.com, or contact Marilyn Green at president@scgrandmusicclub.com or 618839-6349. ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument), then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, starting September 24th at 1:30 pm, in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 970-2168279 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE PAPER ARTS & MEMORIES (PAM)

Our Club has fully reopened and we are welcoming members back in the Hopi and Pima rooms from 8:00-2:00 pm on Mondays. Our Club tools are available to members and we have classes scheduled. Our Card Boutique will be open once a month during the summer months. August 9th and Sept 13th and then open every Monday starting in October. The Card Boutique will be located across from the Pima room in the Chaparral Center. Our club provides a place to learn, create and share greeting cards, paper crafting, mixed media, scrapbooks and more. If you are a resident of Grand, have a CAM card and are interested in joining our Club, email us at GrandPamPrez@gmail.com and we will assign a PAM Ambassador to meet with you on a Monday to show you around and familiarize you with our Club. We have reduced our membership dues in half, to $10.00 for 2021. PET CLUB

The Sun City Grand Pet Club is open to all residents of SCG who are pet lovers. You do not need to be a current pet owner to join. Our meetings are designed as both an informational and social interaction among members. Guest speakers talk on subjects ranging from pet health, training, rescue, pet care and community programs. Our yearly dues of $10 per member covers our yearly donations to five community pet programs. Pet Club and Dog Park forms are back on the web! The Pet Club Membership Form, Dog Park Registration Form and Dog Park Incident Report - are all available on the Sun City Grand website, www.suncitygrand.com. Dog Park applications and membership do not automatically enroll you into the Pet Club, so be sure to pick up both applications if you desire to participate in both. The Dog Park registration is free and is required in order to use the Dog Park which is available to all SCG residents. GRAND PHOTOS

It’s still summer, despite all the “back to school” hype! We welcome everyone to stop by our “cool” studio and enjoy our member displays, there is something new hanging on our gallery wall each month and a friendly member there to answer any questions. Our Studio remains open during the summer months for photo processing, printing, matting, SIG’s (Special Interest Group) activities, etc. • We also hold monthly “virtual” photo shoots” where members are challenged to take photos following a theme and then enjoy the pleasure of sharing their photographic discoveries virtually.

August’s themes are Tiny & Circular; so think creatively, (perhaps in a tiny circle?) Grab your smartphone (or any camera of your choice) and have fun! • We had such a great response to our photo challenges last summer, we decided we would offer them again. Every other Friday the Grand

Photos e-blast posts our bi-weekly photo challenge. Whether you show your photo off on the Grand Photos Facebook page or just

enjoy it yourself, we hope it keeps you shooting and enjoying photography during our summer hiatus. Enjoy!

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Monday, Wednesday & Friday,10:00 AM Join Us! Becoming a member is easy. Check us out at https://grandphotos.org/Membership to learn more and where you can find more details about these and any other programs. Best wishes to all for a safe, enjoyable summer. We look forward to seeing you either virtually during the summer, or when you return. 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 activites and how to reserve a court. Any Sun City Grand resident can make court reservations at any time that is not set aside for club functions. Court reservations are displayed on the monitors located in the pavilion and in both breezeways. If you are unable to use your reservation, please delete your reservation so that other residents can use that time. Nonmarking, court shoes are recommended. For more information check website www.grandpickleball. org. Hope to see you on the courts soon! PINOCHLE

For information call Ron 708–415–2063 or 623–399–9083 or Stuart 206–245–5142. POKER CLUB

Come join us for various poker games. We offer Texas Hold-Em, 7 Card Stud, Omaha Hi-Low with buy in cost from $10 to $30. We offer lessons to help you learn the game for a small fee. Other addition cash games are also played. For more information on what we offer please text Paul at 206-790-7655 or email paulscgpoker@gmail.com. All residents are welcome to play. Visit our website at http://scgpoker. org for additional information.” MAY THE CHIPS BE WITH YOU!” RV CLUB

Have an RV and want to travel with a fun group of fellow Grand residents or you don’t have an RV but want a fun group to socialize with at our meetings with pot lucks, pizza parties and Ice cream socials well come on over to the Grand Rv’ers next meeting, any SC Grand resident is welcome, you don’t need to own an RV to become a member. Our meetings are usually the 3rd Tuesday in Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, March and April with our Christmas party in December. Previous members who sold their RV’s are encouraged to rejoin for all of our great comradery! For more info call club President Mike Dawson

@ 925-727-4625 or Membership Chair Sharron Navratil @ 602-430-0820 SHALOM CLUB

The Shalom Club is welcoming new members and we invite all Sun City Grand Residents to join us! We’re a fun–loving and energetic social club with over 300 members who enjoy a variety of social, educational and cultural activities related to Judaism, although we are not a religious group. We have an annual calendar of diverse Monthly Program Meetings and our members host many fabulous Socials throughout the year. We also enjoy our partnership and periodic socials with all the West Valley Shalom Clubs. Check out our Club at www.scgshalomclub.com for the latest on events and activities. For more information, or if you would like to join us as a guest to look us over, please contact our Membership Director, Darlyne Posternack, membership@scgshalomclub.com or 847-347-8766. SINGLES CLUB

The Singles Club is an active social club in Sun City 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. MONTHLY CALENDAR: August 8 Sunday 6 PM Cimarron. $$ STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL! Let’s get together for a fabulous night of “strawberry indulgences.” There will be yummy strawberry desserts, games, prizes, fun and fellowship. Future event reservation/ sales 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Marilyn Koelling (623) 556-6708 and Karen Ehrlich (316) 303- 5505. Make your reservation and pay $10.00 by Monday, August 2. August 11 Wednesday 6 PM Chaparral GAME NIGHT! Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mah jongg, deck of cards and a shuffler for hand and foot, or any other game). Also bring your own soft drink. MEET IN THE PIMA ROOM AT CHAPARRAL CENTER. IMPORTANT NOTE: Game Night will be the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. The location may alter slightly, so be sure to check the calendar for the room designated. August 18 Wednesday 10 AM-12 PM Palm Center

PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBER MEETING!

Get your questions answered and find out all that the Singles Club has to offer in the Phoenix Room at the Palm Center. Hosted by Scott Houston (602) 881-2529. August 19 Thursday 6 PM Cimarron $$ POKER NIGHT! Your reservation includes pizza and game chips. Bring your own soft drink. Prizes for the top three winners. Beginners and guests of members are welcome. Hosted by Melanie Betts (612) 275-7799 and Jerry Anderson (623) 748-3507. Make your reservation and pay $10 by Monday, August 16. August 25 Wednesday 6 PM Cimarron GAME NIGHT! Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mah jongg, deck of cards and a shuffler for hand and foot, or any other game). Also bring your own soft drink. IMPORTANT NOTE: MEET IN THE CIMARRON CLUB AT CIMARRON CENTER. August 27 Friday 6 PM Cimarron $$ ENDLESS SUMMER! It’s time to chill with an old-fashioned backyard picnic. Enjoy burgers/ hot dogs fresh off the grill, with potato salad, and fresh fruit. Save room for dessert, too! Sip a cool beverage from the Cash Bar. Rocket Science will entertain throughout the evening for listening and dancing. Future event reservation/sales 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Melanie Betts (612) 275-7799 and Jennifer Lusk (612) 382-0029. Make your reservation by Monday, August 23. Members - $20 Guests - $25 ** SIGN UP AND PAY FOR EVENTS ** “$$” – Reservations required. Mondays from 2:00 – 4:00 pm – Look for Mary Neuwenschwander or Marlene Barczynski in the alcove adjacent to the Grand Café in the Chaparral Center. YOU MUST SHOW YOUR CAM CARD TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

SOCIAL GAMES:

Consists of Cribbage, Chess, Hand & Foot and Open Games. For more information visit www. suncitygrand.com Chartered Clubs.

STITCHER’S

We are a mix of Fabric, Fiber and Needlework Stitchers is made up of 7 Special Interest Groups (SIG's) 1. Beading 2. Community Service 3. Machine Embroidery 4. Needlework (Knitting,Crochet,Macrame, etc.) 5. Quilting ( Longarm machine, Caring Quilts ) 6. Sewing 7. Weaving Each month I will be describing in more detail what each SIG does. We are presently meeting in our room at the Palm Center Monday to Saturday. Each SIG meets on a specific day. Stop in and join us. We are a very active group.

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

It is scorching hot out there; hence we offer a special hot summer membership of $5.00 for 4 months in June, July, August, and September. Active residents can continue their lifestyles without enduring the summer heat. This is especially great for tennis and pickle ball players because they can continue to maintain their coordination of eyes, hands, and feet; and to practice their concentration and reflex without the scorching heat. An example of these is as shown in the video of 2020 International Table Tennis Federation’s World Cup Highlights, https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=s426FUF725Y. We play in an air conditioned environment; in addition, we also play on a wooden floor, which is easier on our ankles, knees, hips, and backs. We meet in the Gila Room of the Cimarron Center every Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Please visit www.suncitygrand.com/tabletennis for details. Why are Bill Gates & Warren Buffet the world’s wealthiest persons?

Do you think that playing table tennis has something to do with it?

Dr. Amen claimed in his book that table tennis is the world’s best brain sport.

Dr. Oz claimed in his TV show that Ping Pong can keep the brain young. Join the fun | First 3 times as a guest | $15.00 annual membership dues • Instructions are provided by tournament players. • The robot will be available for novices & advanced players after the pandemic. • All levels of playing skill are welcome. • Join men and women who enjoy the game. • Come check with the monitor and get started. • The club has paddles & balls; wear your tennis shoes. For more information, please contact David Downs at 623-208-0116, or Apollo Chen at 623-215-7011, or visit www.suncitygrand.com/tabletennis.

TENNIS CLUB

DID YOU KNOW? Playing tennis can strengthen your muscles, increase aerobic capacity, increase bone density, improve coordination, lower resting heart rates and lower body fat! The Sun City Grand Tennis Club currently boasts 369 members but we have room for more!!! Your membership of only $15.00 enables you to play in "Club Tennis", use our two balls machines to improve your game, attend Club sponsored Socials (they will return eventually!), get Club e mails directly to your inbox regarding Club activities and important information and its a great way to meet new friends and have F U N !!!!! Whether you want to get back into tennis, continue with the sport you love or are a real beginner; come check us out! Visit our website at: suncitygrandtennisclub. wildapricot.org There you will find all kinds of information regarding the Club. E mail Sally Orr at: sallyorr1972@gmail.com with questions.

WOODCRAFTERS

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

ALASKA INTEREST GROUP

Email: grandalaskans@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook at “Grand Alaskans” Interest Group Description: The Grand Alaskans welcome all Alaskans living in Sun City Grand. If you enjoy getting together with fellow Alaskans for special events, entertainment, tours, or social hours, this is the group for you. We hold several events October through April. AMATEUR TRAP SHOOTING GROUP

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Marty Grady, 623556-9497, martygrady@hotmail.com Meeting Information: We meet the first Friday of each month at Ben Avery at 8:30 a.m. Interest Group Description: We are a group of averaged skilled trap shooters that meet at Ben Avery to shoot trap and socialize about our past sporting activities. Besides trap shooting, the members discuss other activities that foster a network of things to do, places to go, and help to provide others. BON APPETIT DINNER CIRCLE

Meeting Information: The 3rd Saturday of the month groups of 6 or 8 or 10 meet in members’ homes for dinner, November thru June. Host duties and guests alternate each month. Interest Group Description: We provide opportunities for making new friends and enjoying a meal together. The host furnishes the entrée and beverages…the guests contribute the appetizer, salad, and dessert. We have two meetings per season where everyone is invited to a potluck so we can all meet each other and visit. Many lasting friendships have been created. Contact(s) for Interest Group: Kathy, 623-266-0310. BOWLING

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

Interest Group Website: scgcdn.weebly.com Interest Group Description: We are a group of Canadians from coast to coast who winter in SCG 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! GRAND DEMOCRATS INTEREST GROUP

Interest Group Website: www.granddems.org Meeting Information: Fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Cimarron Center. Beverages and snacks at 6:00 p.m. No meetings in July and August. Interest Group Description: We are a group that supports a Democratic presence in the community. We encourage those interested in national, state, county or local politics who are newly arrived members of the community or those who have been here awhile to come and listen to our scheduled interesting speakers. Besides our monthly meetings, we have monthly breakfasts and dinners. FOUR WHEELING

Interest Group Website: www.grand4wheelers.org Interest Group Description: The Grand 4-Wheelers are SCG residents who are interested in taking rides off-road into the beautiful areas of Arizona not accessible by standard vehicle. The roads we travel range from “easy” to “moderate” to “difficult.” The rides are for all types of four wheel drive vehicles (No ATV’s that’s another group). Our rides will allow you to see remote areas of Arizona in the safe environment of a group activity. We provide an environment to learn the off-road capabilities of our vehicles, off-road driving techniques, the use of GPS devices & maps, and available recovery tools. Please refer to our website to see a calendar of future rides, as well as photos and narratives of our previous rides. FUN DINERS

Interest Group 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 for Interest Group: Toni Helgeson, membership, 623-544-5988. 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 623-3747917 or Toni at 623-544-5988 for more information. GRAND CONNECTION INTEREST GROUP

The Grand Connection Social Group welcomes all who have an interest in the African-American experience and want to learn more about their traditions and heritage". At this time due to the Corona Pandemic there are no activities planned. For additional information regarding the Interest Group Contact: Betty Shelton 623 910-0015 or Pat Burnette 650 346-7727. HORSESHOES INTEREST GROUP

Are you kidding me? We don’t have Horseshoes here? Yup…WE DO! We play at 8 AM every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and we always need more Lady and Men pitchers so come join us by the Baseball Field. Just “show up” at the 5 pits beside the Del Webb Ballpark on W. Mountain View Blvd, just west of N. Goldwater Ridge Dr. IOWA INTEREST GROUP

Meeting Information: The current SCG COVID regulations for Interest Groups make it impossible to meet and continue the group activities we currently enjoy. Therefore, the decision has been made to suspend the Iowa Interest Group until at least the first of the year. We have requested dates for events in the spring the hopes that we will be able to resume activities. We will contact you by email if plans change. Interest Group Description: The Iowa Interest Group was established as a social group to allow all people with an Iowa connection to gather. It provides the opportunity for people to meet with current friends, create new friendships and possibly find old friends or acquaintances. The warmth and generosity of Iowa is seen in the people attending. Contact Ginger Pollock. jrpollock47@gmail.com; 623-512-3637. LGBTQ INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s) for Interest Group: scg.lgbt@yahoo.com Interest Group Website: scglgbt.com Interest Group Social Media: https://www.facebook. com/scglgbt Meeting Information: Meet formally 4 times a year and informally in-between. Interest Group 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. MINNESOTA INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Phyllis Borchardt, 623521-0790, grandmn2016@yahoo.com Interest Group 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 Sun City 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 Sun City 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. POLISH-AMERICAN INTEREST GROUP

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Dorothy (Rzeszutek) Higdon, 623-533-6611, 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 PolishAmerican activity in the Phoenix area. Interest Group Description: Sharing of Traditions, Customs, Travel, Delicacies, and History. Socializing while receiving cultural enlightenment concerning holidays and also cuisine with regards to Catholic, Jewish and non-denominational citizens. Enjoy the long-established foods of Poland through planned luncheons and tours of Polish-American restaurants,

bakeries and delis in the Phoenix area. Translation is also available through Maya Zubriski, mariazubriski@ gmail.com, 623-546-6960 GRAND CENTRAL RAILROAD INTEREST GROUP

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

Our June in person meeting was attended by over 200 members and guests. It was held at the Church on the Green. Our guest speaker was PM Azinga. She came to Arizona from Hawaii and has extensive information regarding China where she taught for 5 years. She has launched over 500 Foreign Policy programs focused on US/China engagement. Visit our website for further information. Our website is https://scggop.weebly.com, where you can obtain information regarding special events, current group information, our Board contact numbers, monthly in person meetings, along with recent information regarding Sun City Grand and Surprise. We are pleased to announce that our August speakers are Mayor Skip Hall, our new Police Chief and Terry Young the Deputy City Manager. We will meet at the Church on the Green on August 21.. Coffee and donuts at 9:00 and the meeting will start at 9:30. Be sure to attend to have your questions regarding Surprise answered. As Republicans we are committed to promoting the principles, objectives and ideals of the Republican Party on the local, state and federal levels. We support various veterans and community organizations Our President Sally Cotton can be reached at 480-589-8049. So, if you have any questions about our organization and goals please feel free to contact Sally or any of our Board members for information or clarification. We look forward to seeing you at our August meeting. Who knows we may be just the group you are looking for? Be sure to review each issue of the Grand Lifestyle Magazine for up-to-date information on the Sun City Grand Republican SIG, or visit our website. SOUND & LIGHTING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO KEEP THE GRAND’S ENTERTAINMENT “BEST IN CLASS”

The Sun City Grand Music Club and Drama and Comedy Club justifiably receive accolades for the many fine musical, dramatic and comedy shows that they bring to our stages each year. But it’s true for any live entertainment venue – the shows are only as good as the sound and lighting teams make them. We are currently looking for residents who want to practice their existing skills or learn new ones for the upcoming season starting in the Fall 2021. And the best part is absolutely no prior experience or knowledge is required. We will train anyone who is interested in learning the lighting and sound systems. With the many performances we are planning well into 2022, and the different roles each require, there will be much need for more trained technical people. This is a great way to learn some new skills and become a member of the Grand’s entertainment team. If you have ever wanted to be a part of Live Theater, this is your opportunity. Now that we are returning to a full schedule of performances, the need is even greater for more people to join our lighting and sound teams. For more information, contact Larry Dirksen – 623-363-5040 (Sound); or Bob Nix – 623-214-8280 (Lighting) WASHINGTON STATE

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Susan Brinkley, 206-276-2080, susanbrinkley7@gmail.com Meeting Information: Notification of events are sent via email to individuals who sign up on the roster. Events will be included in the Grand Lifestyles publication and will be posted on the community bulletin boards at the Cimarron Center and Sonoran Plaza. Interest Group Description: The Washington State Group provides opportunities for interested Washingtonians to get acquainted and enjoy common interests. Events have included socials, golf tournaments, hiking, and attendance at Spring Training Mariner games. Volunteering is critical to keeping this interest group vibrant. Ideas for future events are always welcome. WINE TASTING

Contact(s) for Interest Group: Judy Helderman, 623322-9425, jhelderm@yahoo.com Meeting Information: We meet on the second Tuesday of every month except July and August at 7:00 p.m. at the home of a host member. Annual dues are $10 per person, and the tasting fee is $15 per person. We also have an annual Wine Dinner, catered by Amuse Bouche and held at the Cimarron Center. Interest Group Description: The group conducts tastings on important wines, grapes, and countries of the world. There is an introductory educational preview of the topic, followed by the wine tasting done in an informal atmosphere. Light foods and finger desserts are available. Members have the opportunity to learn about wine and find new varietals to enjoy. They also meet and befriend fellow wine enthusiasts. WISCONSIN INTEREST GROUP

We are fast approaching a ‘new’ year for the Wisconsin Interest Group. Starting In September, we plan on Renewing monthly breakfasts. We will dine at Tivoli Gardens in Sun City West. Watch for details via our web site and emails. On September 28, we will initiate a new event. A Wisconsin Walleye Fish Fry at JiMichaels in Sun City . On October 26th we will celebrate Wisconsin Farmers pride and history at Culver’s in Surprise. Our Annual Meeting will be held on November 4. November 17 brings another new event--A savory Polish Dinner at I&J Fountain Restaurant in Surprise. Our annual trip to Barleen’s and their wonderful Holiday show and dinner will be on December 8. Get ready for our Annual Holiday catered dinner with entertainment on January 19, 2022. February 10 brings the ever popular Game Night and delicious Wisconsin dishes. March will bring a Tailgate party and Brewer game. Don’t forget weekly Sheepshead games. Visit our web site www. wigazinfo.weebly.com to remain current on all events. We can also be reached at wigmessage@gmail.com.

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