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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
The Art Club is FULLY OPEN and members are enjoying being creative. We will have a full slate of classes for beginners through experienced artists including the return of Paint Parties! Non-members can take classes if there is room, by signing up on the Waitlist. Join the Art Club for a $20 a year. 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: http://www.scgartclub.org.
Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 9, 13 | 9:00 am-12:00 pm
OIL & ACRYLIC 201/301 WITH PAT O’BRIEN Four 3 hr. sessions on Monday for $80 (Gold Member Fee $70)
Nov. 29, Dec. 3, 6, 13 | 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
PORTRAITS! ALL MEDIUMS WITH DODIE BALLENTINE Four 3 hr. sessions on Monday for $90 (Gold Member Fee $80)
December 1 | 1:00-4:00 pm
TRY ME PASTELS WITH JUDY AZEMOVE 3 hr. session on Wednesday for $35 (Gold Member Fee $25)
December 2 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm
ABSTRACTION ALBERS AND COLOR WITH ALLEN REAMER 6 hour session on Thursday for $55 (Gold Member Fee $45)
December 7 | 1:00-4:00 pm
HOLIDAY ALCOHOL INK CLASS WITH LESLEY COWLES 3 hour session on Tuesday for $55 (Gold Member Fee $45)
December 9 | 1:00-4:00 pm
ALCOHOL INKS #2, EXCITE THE ARTIST IN YOU WITH EVELYN CARDONE MCPEAK 3 hr. session on Thursday for $55 (Gold Member Fee $45)
December 10 | 3:00-6:00 pm
GRAND PAINT PARTY WITH MARY WOLKE 3 hr. session on Friday for $40 A coupon for 1 beverage of wine, beer, soft drink or water is included.
December 14 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm
EARLY ABSTRACT PAINTERS AND STYLES WITH ALLEN REAMER 6 hour session on Tuesday for $55 (Gold Member Fee $45)
December 15 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
ANCIENT WINDOW WITH RUTH STEWART 7 hour session on Wednesday for $85 (Gold Member Fee $75)
December 16 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
EMBOSSED SUNFLOWERS WITH GILLIAN MUIR 7 hour session on Thursday for $85 (Gold Member Fee $75) VISIT THE ART CLUB WEBSITE http://www. scgartclub.org for class descriptions, information regarding supplies, to sign up and syllabus.
NEU ART
The Neu Art Group will exhibit their artwork to share with you “The Joy of Painting.” It will be a weekend show at the SCG Art Club on Saturday/ Sunday, December 18 and 19. Put the date on your calendar to see live demonstrations and artwork by your friends and neighbors. They will be showing their artwork: acrylic, watercolor, pastel, alcohol ink and more. Join us and share the joy. 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
Bocce ball was developed into its present form in Italy, and is now played around the world. It has become very popular in the United States. The game largely depends on throwing skills, but because the balls and the pallino are delivered underhand, it is not as physically taxing as some other sports, such as pickleball. The Sun City Grand bocce club plays on the courts near the Adobe pools, and equipment is stored in the closets near the restrooms. We are currently playing Drop-In bocce on Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. and on Wednesday evenings starting at 7 p.m. We’ll show you how to play if you’re new at it. No fees or registration are required. Come out and try it out. The SCG bocce club league play will start in October and November. For more information, contact president@scgbocce.com or our website www.scgbocce.com. BOOMERS CLUB
Sun City Grand Boomers 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 theSCGCommunity. We always look forward to meeting new “Boomers”. If you have membership questions, you can always contact our Membership Chair at membershipscgboomers@ gmail.com Besides monthly events such as Happy Hours and Luncheons, we are planning several significant events for the Holiday Season such as a Welcome Back Dance on November 14th and Barleens Dinner Show, December 4th. 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 Sun City Grand Bridge Club offers 3 ACBL sanctioned duplicate games and 5 social games. In addition, come to the Apache room from 9:30 to 11 on Wednesday mornings to get help from experienced players, play hands and be offered advice on how well you played the hands. All skill levels are welcome. Whatever form of bridge you play, social or duplicate, bridge is stimulating for the brain and highly addictive. Please visit the bridge club website at www.scgbridgeclub.com for game starting times, updates and other additional information. CANASTA
Canasta is played at the Chaparral Center on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. Tournaments are held on the first and third Monday and Wednesday of each month. We welcome new members! Two training sessions are required before joining. Training is not available in November or December. Parties are held throughout the year. Contact Joan Mattick, 623-975-1150. CLAY ARTS
Grand Clay Arts welcomes community residents to visit our studio to discover the rewarding experience of creating pottery. Clay art is one of the world’s oldest forms of personal expression. Through-out the centuries clay art has been both functional and decorative. Through studio instruction acquire the basic skills in Hand Building, as well as mastering the Potter’s Wheel. Our expert instructors will lead resident-students through a series of comprehensive courses.
12.01.21 | Basic Clay-Hand Building
Basic-Clay Hand Building is an entry level clay arts course. Pat O’Brien, the course instructor, leads resident-students in developing basic hand building skills. The goal of the class is to complete your first clay arts masterpiece! The beginner’s class starts on December 1st.
12.10.21, 12.15.21 | “The Dr. Is In” workshops
Clay artists wishing to brush-up on their skill levels are invited to attend The Dr. Is In workshops. The course instructor, Diane Niehof leads this freewheeling, three (3) hour session. The goal of the workshop is address individual artists specific areas for improvement. Please check out our website for course times, dates and costs; also for a complete selection of studio created pottery, please visit the Gallery at grandclayarts.com. We look forward to meeting you!
GRAND COMPUTERS
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 9am until 3:30pm, October through April, and from noon until 3:30pm 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 Scheduled meetings and presentations that include speakers, seminars and workshops; n One-on-one technical help addressing your computer or devices issues, available Tuesday afternoons from 12:30pm until 3:30pm, all year long; n Ten Special Interest Groups (SIGs), each addressing a specialty with popular appeal. There is no additional fee to attend any of these SIG meetings; n Monthly General Meetings and Coffee Chats with presentations covering a wide variety of topics; n Classes that will answer most questions on computer-related topics, like Mac Basic to Advanced, PC Basic to Advanced, Windows, Devices, Smart Home, Writing, Photo, Graphics, Digital Scrapbooking, Cutting the Cord, Cyber Security etc. Dues are $20 per year. For more info, visit: www. grandcomputers.org. If you have any questions, please contact president@computers.org. Please visit our website at www.grandcomputers.org All Zoom links AND room information can be found on the Grand Computers Club Website. Scan the QR Code:
CLUB IS CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS Dec 24, Dec 31
Education Update—To view classes offered, go to www.grandcomputers.org and click on Education square. Tech Help for members—EVERY TUESDAY December 7, 14, 21, 28 from 12:30–2:30 PM in person at the computer club and via Zoom Video Conferencing. Must be a Club Member to participate. Bring your device, passwords, and power supply for in person help.
COMPUTERS CLUB MEETINGS
Open to all SCG residents:
General Meeting—1st Wednesday of every month 2 - 3:30 PM - via ZOOM Video
Conferencing. December 1—Topic: “Installing & Using
Social Media Apps on Your Phone” by Klaudia
Jurewicz
January 5—Topic To be determined.
Contact Bob Babicke for additional information at president@grandcomputers.org
Chat with Dan and Friends—1st Thursday every month 9–10 AM via Zoom Video
Conferencing. Join in the fun conversations among Club Members. Ask any technical questions pertaining to computers or devices and get answers from Dan or one of his friends. Topics are tech related, determined by participants and facilitated by Dan Wallen, a long-time club member and tech “guru”.
December 2—Topic: Check Your Recovery
Settings
January 6—Topic: Don’t Get Scammed
Contact Dan Wallen for additional information at chatwithdanandfriends@grandcomputers.org.
Coffee Chat—2nd Thursday every month 8:30–10 AM—IN PERSON and via ZOOM
Video Conferencing. Coffee & Donuts Provided!
December 9—Topic: Smart Watches–what are they? Why do I need one? We will discuss several
Smart Watch brands and compare/contrast them. Cimarron Center
January 13—Topic: Creating a “Smart Home” from Basic to Advanced: We will host a panel to share information and experiences about a variety of “Smart Home” options. Chaparral
Center, Pima Room. Contact Barb Vivian for additional information at vicepresident@ grandcomputers.org.
New to Computers & Devices Support
Group—Meets periodically on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (October - April) from 10–11:30
AM. These are open to all residents of Sun City
Grand. Check Club calendar for location.
January 11—Topic To be determined.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP ACTIVITIES (SIGS):
Non-Members may attend 3 meetings before joining the Club. Go to https://tinyurl.com/GCCSIGS for more information on each SIG. Apple SIG—3rd Monday 3:30–5 PM in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room
December 20—What’s new with IOS15.
January 17—Topic to be determined.
Contact Don Cacciatore for additional information at Apple@grandcomputers.org. Compose Yourself Writing SIG—1st Tuesday and 3rd Monday 1–3 PM
December 7, 20—Read and Discuss Your
Written Stories. Sonoran Plaza, Mesquite Room
January 4, 17—Read and Discuss Your Written
Stories. Check Calendar for Location.
Contact Gloria Young for additional information at CY@grandcomputers.org Devices SIG—4th Thursday 3:30–5 PM in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room.
December 30—Topic To be determined.
January 20—Topic To be determined.
Contact Ira Simmons for additional information at Devices@grandcomputers.org Digital Scrapbooking SIG—2nd and 4th Mondays 6 -8 PM via Zoom Video Conferencing. Check Club Calendar for links.
December 13, 27—Topics to be determined.
January 10, 24—Topics to be determined.
Contact Jane Connors for additional information at scrapbook@grandcomputers.org. Financial Ed SIG—There are 3 groups associated with the Financial Ed SIG. These include:
INVESTING WORKSHOP—1st and 3rd
Mondays at 8–9:30 AM in the Chaparral
Center, Apache Room. Topical discussions of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, RMDs, taxes etc. Attendees can bring up questions or observations about any financial issue during these workshops. Discussions can continue after the meetings at an informal coffee gathering at the Grand Cafe.
December 6, 20; January 3, 17
MONTHLY SEMINAR—2nd Friday 1–3 PM in the Chaparral Center, Hopi Room.
Features presentations by Industry professionals on a wide variety of financial topics.
December 10 -“Financial Transitions due to the
Death of a Spouse, an Inheritance, or a Divorce.”
Affinity Wealth Advisory Group & the Sudden
Money Institute
FINANCIAL WEBSITE APPLICATIONS/
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS—1st and 3rd
Thursdays at 8–9:30 AM in the Chaparral
Center, Computer Classroom
December 2, 16; January 6, 20
How to access important financial websites and apply them to your investment portfolios will be discussed. Topics will include, but not be limited to, Technical Analysis.
Contact Scott Wallick/Harold Tilstra for additional information at Financial@ grandcomputers.org. Flight Simulator SIG—3rd Friday 2–3:30 PM in the Chaparral Center, Apache Room.
December 17—Hangar Flying
January 21—Hangar Flying
Contact Ted Gray for additional information at
Flightsim@grandcomputers.org. Genealogy SIG—1st Thursday 3:30–5 PM via Zoom Video Conferencing.
December 2—Webinar: Ran Snir Director of
Product Management at My Heritage... New
Tools for DNA Matches Research. He will introduce you to the latest updates to your DNA matches page, including the ability to confirm or reject Theories of Family Relativity. Learn to take full advantage of these tools to cut through the noise and focus on the DNA matches that
are most important for your research.
Contact Linda Etherton for additional information at Genealogy@grandcomputers.org
January 6—Ellie Brooks - Search Angel -
How I use DNA with traditional genealogy paper trail. Searchangels.com - helping adoptees find their birth families; who to get involved.
Stories about the cases I’ve worked on and how the DNA led me to the right birth family. Graphics SIG—2nd Thursday 3:30–5 PM via Zoom Video Conferencing.
December 9—Topic to be determined.
January 13—Topic to be determined.
Contact Rita Skarbek for additional information at graphics@grandcomputers.org Ham Radio SIG—3rd Friday - via Zoom Video Conferencing.
December 17—Listening to HF Utility and
Broadcasts
January 21—Topic to be determined.
Contact Gordon Bousman for additional information at hamsig@grandcomputers.org. New Technologies SIG—3rd Thursday 3:30–5 PM In-Person in the Computer Club Classroom AND via Zoom Video Conferencing.
December 16—Holiday Buying Guide for
Techies” - A technical update on the newest devices, gadgets, etc. that you may want to put under your tree this holiday season, from one of our all time great presentators, Joe Parla
January 20—Topic to be determined.
Contact Tom Shepherd for additional information at NewTech@grandcomputers.org. 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
The Sun City Grand Dance Club hosts lessons and dances that promote fitness, mind-body connections, and social interactions for a myriad of ages and physical abilities. Ballroom is the place for an hour of movement and education that suits most couples. Line dance provides one or two hours of non-stop contemporary dance for the dancer without a partner. Each week of instruction includes fun and inclusion with fellow dancers. The latest information is posted on the Dance Club website: scgdanceclub.org.
BALLROOM LESSONS
Ballroom lessons with Julianne Daniells are held each Tuesday at Cimarron Center. Basic/ beginner lessons are held from 4 to 5 p.m. A new, more advanced level class is held from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. For information contact
Ballroomlessons-Dir@scgdanceclub.org. The new schedule is:
November 16 to December 14 4-5 p.m. is Basic Cha-Cha; 5:15-6:15 p.m. is
Intermediate West Coast Swing.
January 4 to January 25 4-5 p.m. is Basic Waltz; 5:15-6-15 p.m. is
Nightclub 2-Step. The 4 p.m. hour is open to all dancers. The 5:15 p.m. is for more experienced dancers. It is not open to beginners. No one will be admitted to either class during the third week.
New dancers, please wait for the next class only two weeks away.
Teaching this year is Julianne Daniells. Julianne and her husband, Paul, are the owners of
Dancewise Dance Studios. Together they have years of national and international teaching, demonstrations, competitions and judging experience. Julianne, a certified DAVIDA dance instructor, competes in American Smooth,
American Rhythm, International Standard, and
International Latin.
LINE DANCE LESSONS
Line Dance Lessons go year round with Brenda
Thomason at Cimarron Center. Line dance lessons regular schedule is Wednesday and
Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon. For information contact Line-Dance-Dir@scgdanceclub.org. DOMINOES CLUB
No Grout Needed to lay our tiles down! Come Join the SCG Dominoes Club. We play at the Cimarron Center every Monday night in the Gila room. Doors open at 6:00pm with play starting promptly at 6:30pm. We play Mexican Train “The Grand Way”. Beginner or experienced, all SCG members are welcome. Must present CAM card. New players receive free training on the first night with two additional free training sessions if requested. Yearly dues $5. Game night fee $1, with cash payout for lowest scores on a sliding scale at end of nightly play. Email – SCGDOMINOES@GMAIL.COM or call Club 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 of exercise and camaraderie and good way to beat the heat! Any questions, please call Robin Kachurak, Dance Committee Chair at 818795-4859. 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
Seasons Greetings to all of our gardening friends. The Garden club takes a break in December to cherish all of our family gatherings and spend time with our friends and families. Watch the January Lifestyles for information on our meeting on January 20, where we will have a demonstration on creating a Bonsai from a Bougainvillea. We always welcome new members. Membership in the Garden Club runs from October through May and is $10.00. Membership forms can be picked up in the Sonoran Plaza Club area, or can be found on the Sun City Grand website under the Garden Club; or you can email SCGGardenClub@gmail.com to request a form or for more information. 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. Orientation dates: December 4 & 5, January 8 & 9 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
The Ladies Grand Niners (LGN) enjoy playing 9 holes of golf each Tuesday, November thru May. Our members have a wide range of skill levels and are divided into four flights. Desert Springs is our home course; however, we play all four SCG courses during the season. We are affiliated with Arizona Golf Association (AGA). Members are required to have a GHIN handicap index or establish one by playing six 9-hole rounds. We play by USGA rules of golf and expect members to have some golf experience. In addition to weekly play, we enjoy special games, tournaments, a President’s Cup Championship and social events. We sponsor fundraisers for food banks and Luke Air Force Base “Warm Heart” program. For more information about becoming a member of this friendly golf group, visit our website at is https://ladiesgrandniners.golfgenius.com (https://ladiesgrandniners.golfgenius.com) or contact our membership chairs at membership. ladiesgrandniners@gmail.com. Our motto is “Fun, Friendship and Golf” Come join us! 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
The Sun City Grand Lady Putters Charter Club is a social group whose main purpose while putting is getting together for laughs, prizes and friendship while enjoying the outdoors. Putting takes place on the Cimarron 18 hole putting green at the Cimarron Center. We are a club that meets five (5) days a week, join us one day Monday through Friday Our group is intended for every level of putter. Be our guest putt for free and give putting a try. Our putting season begins November 1, 2021. Check-in starts at 9:00 a.m. and we begin putting at 9:30 a.m. For more information, please visit our website at https://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. (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. 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 2. Rules and regulations are simple and will be explained to newcomers when you sign in. COME JOIN US. For more information, contact Jim Cottrell at jdcottrell@cox.net GOLF—COUPLES PUTTING
The Couples Putting Club is a co-ed charter club at Sun City Grand in Surprise, AZ. We are a putting only club that plays on an 18-hole course that is setup 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 comprised of fun loving, supportive golfers of all skill levels who enjoy the game of golf. If you love the game, but 18 holes is too much, this club is for you. We offer you alternating week guaranteed shotgun starts on Mondays at 12:30 or 3:00 (your choice), and alternating week tee times from 12:00 and 2:00. Free range balls, once-a-month team games e.g., Scramble, etc. Also, periodic free golfing clinics with our resident golf pro, prize tournaments, and annual free hot dog/chili day. Come enjoy the camaraderie and friendships, that are an important part of our game playing experience. Please visit our website to get an application form at: Golfgenius.com GGID: Mens9hole Hit: Sign in Or contact: Wayne Mercil, Membership Director 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 welcomes current members along with any hikers interested in learning more about the club to attend the regular membership meeting scheduled for Monday, December 6 at 3 p.m. in the Agua Fria room. Grand Hikers offers an extensive schedule of hikes each week with varying levels of difficulty and using the following procedures: 1) hikers are still required to register in advance for hikes, 2) all hikers including current and prospective members must sign the hiking club waiver. New and future club members are encouraged to participate in an Introductory Hike before signing up for a regular club hike. Introductory Hikes are scheduled on Wednesday of every month following the club’s Monday membership meeting (held on the first Monday of the month), or you can contact hikedirector@scghikers.org to discuss options for a substitute Introductory Hike. Only current members can access the hike sign up list on the website, all others must contact hikedirector@ scghikers.org in order to sign up for a hike. The December 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. LANGUAGE CLUB
The SCG Language Club would like to increase its Foreign language offerings to our residents. We currently offer Spanish, French, Italian, German, and ASL (American Sign Language). We need volunteers in any other languages, to teach our resident students. We would also like to start ZOOMING CLASSES and need volunteers to ZOOM. If you have an interest to participate come join us at the Ocotillo Building! New classes begin the first week of October 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<http://www. grandlawnbowling.org> for starting times, contact information, pictures and much, much more or contact Brad Heldele at 206-713-2320 MAH JONGG
Mah Jong 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 open play Tuesday afternoons from 11:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesday evenings from 5:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Chaparral Center, HOPI room. We annually offer lessons for Mah Jongg play. Check our website www.scgmahjongg.net for dates. Lessons are a good way to learn the game in a more relaxed setting. If you would be interested in lessons, please send us an email with name and number and we will contact you. Our email address is scgmahjonggclub19@cox.net You can also check us out on our website www. scgmahjongg.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, at 1:30 pm, in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 970-216-8279 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE PAPER ARTS & MEMORIES (PAM)
Our Club is welcoming members back in the Hopi and Pima rooms from 8:00 -2:00 pm on Mondays. We have put out our Club tools for members to utilize and have a full schedule of classes. Our Card Boutique will be open each Monday morning. Come purchase handmade, unique Holiday cards. The boutique will be located in the hallway outside
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
Grand Photos welcomes back all members who escaped the Arizona sun this summer and all new members who want to make new friendships while enjoying our fall array of Events & Classes, SIGs and Photoshoots! Stop by our Studio in the Village Center, enjoy the monthly gallery displays, visit with the volunteers there and check out our well-equipped studio. New members are always welcome. Check us out athttps://grandphotos.org. For more information and to Sign Up for classes go to https://grandphotos. org/Classes unless specifically stated otherwise. Classes are Free with membership ($26) prior to registration $15 for Non-Members
December Classes PHOTOGRAPHING HOLIDAY LIGHTS
December 09 | Thursday | 5-8pm Learn some tips and techniques to capture the magic of holiday lights followed by some time capturing photos in the community and celebrated with holiday treats in the Photo Studio. Smartphones and DSLR welcome. Instructors: Brady Conn & Richard Coles
GRAND PHOTOS MEMBERSHIP GATHERING
December 13 | Monday | 6-8pm Chaparral Center, Apache/Pima Rms. **New Time, New Location Program/Speaker: Fall 2021 Competition Results Show. Digital & Print Images. December 17 | Friday Showcase Opening | 1-3pm December’s photographers’ showcase will feature John Wolff, life-long big city resident and street photographer with a bold, unflinching eye on his native city; Chicago, “the city of big shoulders”, Along with the Featured Artist showcase, the Photo Club will also present a multi-member print gallery of images with the theme Shadows: The Soul of a Picture.Both showcases will debut Friday, December 17, from 1PM – 3PM in the Photo Club. Light refreshments will be served. Showcase runs December 17 - January 20.
January Classes FUN WITH LIGHT
January 4 | Tuesday | 1-3pm Come learn how to do some easy-to-learn stunning abstract photography using just paper and light. Any type of camera will do, including your smartphone! Instructor– Cokie Lipinski
SEEING THE NATURAL LIGHT
January 5 and 11 | Wednesday/Tuesday | 1-3pm This class focuses on using natural sunlight without camera filters or flash. We will discuss how to see light and assess the quality of available light. The end objective is that this course will enable you to read, observe and utilize light and adjust your subject accordingly to create magical moments with your image. Instructor– Gary Jann
MEMBERSHIP GATHERING
January 10 | Monday | 6pm Chaparral Center – Apache/Pima Room Program: to be announced
INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOSHOP
4 Bi-monthly Sessions January 11 – February 22 | 10 am-12 pm A class for those who are interested in learning the basics of photoshop and how it applies to your style and workflow. Do you even need Photoshop? How do layers work? What are basic tools I can use to enhance my photos. All this and more. Instructor– Colby Rumback
TIPS FOR BETTER SMARTPHONE PICS (APPLE)
January 13 | Thursday | 110 am-12 pm January 25 | Wednesday | 1–3 pm Your best camera is the one that is always with you. For most of us that means our smartphone. So, what’s the secret to taking great pictures with your smartphone? As it turns out, there are a few of them. Come and learn about some of these tips to improve your smartphone pics. Instructor – Margaret Anne Coles
LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY
January 14 and January 28 | Friday | 1–3 pm The goal of this class is to provide the techniques, tips, and resources needed to capture landscape images that “stand out.” We will discuss: types of landscapes, composition, camera settings, filters, locations, and the best times to capture those “special moments.” Instructor– Steven Miller
SEEING IN BLACK AND WHITE
January 17 and 24 | Monday | 1–3 pm This class will help you to see photography in black and white, where the subject has to carry the photograph. Instructor– Mike Smith
PHOTOGRAPHER’S GALLERY SHOWCASE AND RECEPTION
January 21 | Friday | 1–3 pm Guests and SCG residents are invited to this monthly Showcase social event. This Gallery showcase “Reflections” will be a companion exhibit to a Showcase featuring the fashion photography of Colby Rumback. Free – all are welcome
PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPERS AND PRINTING
January 26 | Wednesday | 1–3 pm Create inexpensive high-quality prints of your best photographs. A hands-on beginner’s guide to understanding and selecting photographic print papers and printing on the Club’s Canon Prograf Printer. Instructor - Pam Careau
INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
January 31 – Monday – 1–3 pm SIGs go beyond classes by delving deeper into specific areas of photographic interest. They provide an open and friendly forum where everyone can participate and share in exploring and discussing camera technique, composition, post processing and other ways to improve your images. Instructor– Larry Lindner 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 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. Non-marking, 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. CHANUKAH CELEBRATION 2021 November 28th – December 9th After the lighting of the Menorah in front of the Chaparal Center we will sing traditional holiday songs and donuts will be served 1st night n Sunday n November 28th n 5PM 2nd night n Monday n November 29th n 5PM 3rd night n Tuesday n November 30th n 5PM 4th night n Wednesday n December 1st n 5PM 5th night n Thursday n December 2nd n 5PM 6th night, Friday n December 3rd n 4:45PM 7th night n Saturday n December 4th n 6:00PM 8th night n Sunday n December 5th n 5PM For more information and questions, please contact Natalie Morrison at 623-518-3494. Free to all SCG Residents. Times above. Palm Court, Chaparral Center 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. ** SIGN UP AND PAY FOR EVENTS ** “$$” – Reservations required. YOU MUST SHOW YOUR CAM CARD TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT
MONTHLY CALENDAR December 1 | Wednesday | 4:30 PM BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
The monthly Board Meeting will be held at an off-site location. If you would like to attend, please contact Club President, Renee Rut (623) 266-9047.
December 10 | Friday | 6PM | Chaparral Center GAME NIGHT
Bring your favorite game (scrabble, mah jongg, deck of cards and a shuffler for hand and foot, or any other game). Also bring your own soft drink. MEET IN THE PIMA ROOM AT CHAPARRAL CENTER. IMPORTANT NOTE: Game Night will be the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. The location may alter slightly, so be sure to check the signage posted outside the room
December 13 | Monday | 6PM Sonoran Plaza, Kiva Ballroom $$ HOLIDAY GALA EVENING
This year our annual Holiday Gala is a wonderful event. Sample a selection from the Charcuterie Board as you sip your favorite beverage. Enjoy a delicious sitdown dinner catered by Sharko’s Sit back and listen to the 75 minute after-dinner concert performance by MC6 A Cappella – 6 talented gentlemen combining harmonies from Doo Wop to holiday favorites. A Cash Bar will be available throughout the evening. Picture yourself in the glamorous atmosphere of a nostalgic supper club. Take the opportunity to wear something festive – maybe the tuxedo that looks so perfect or the spangle and glam! For seat reservations (required) contact Marlene Barczynski at marbar298@msn.com, no phone calls please. No more than 8 seats to a table. Make your reservation and menu selection (Prime Rib, Salmon or Vegetarian) by Monday, December 6. Members - $45 Guests - $65 For overall event information, contact Renee Rut (623) 266-9047 or any Board Member.
December 15 | Wednesday | 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.
December 16 | Thursday | 6P | 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 Jan Clark (623) 810-2236 and Rick Haskell (623) 810-5068. Make your reservation and pay $10 by Monday, December 13.
December 22 | Wednesday | 6PM Cimarron Center 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.
NOTICE: ANNUAL $20 DUES - JANUARY 1, 2022
It’s time to renew your $20 annual club dues. Complete the 2022 registration that can be found on-line at www.scgsingles.com Mail with a check payable to SCG Singles Club or pay $20 in cash Scott Houston – Membership Director, 20421 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Surprise, AZ 85374
SOCIAL GAMES
Consists of Cribbage, Chess, Hand & Foot and Open Games. For more information visit www. suncitygrand.com Chartered Clubs.
CHESS
We are a group of chess players of varying ability and would like you to join us. We play on Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 to 3:30 usually in the Agua Fria room at Cimarron (contact us for the schedule). Bring a set if you have one. Contact Marty Schulman 623/234-9279 or martin. schulman@gmail.com
HAND AND FOOT
We play “officially” every Tuesday at 1:00pm and Friday at 6:00pm in the PIMA room in the Chaparral Center. We draw cards for partners and play two games. You will need $4.00 in quarters and $4.00 in bills for the two games we play. If you have your own cards (6 decks) and shuffler, please bring them. We are currently playing “Progressive Hand & Foot”. For a copy of our 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 all inclusive no matter your skill level. STAMP COLLECTING
The Stamp Collector’s Interest Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM 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 602-3398243 or gctrinks@cox.net
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.
March 19 – Saturday – Stitchers Quilt Show
Celebrate “New Beginnings” at the 2022 Cactus Needle Quilt Show. There’s something about a special quilt that makes everyone smile, evokes loving memories, and adds a sparkle to your day. Come and see the 100s of quilts on display, right here in Sun City Grand at the Chaparral Center, all created by members of the Grand Stitchers. Everyone is welcome so bring your friends, your partners and your grandkids. Looking forward to seeing you there! 9 am – 4 pm / Chaparral Center: Hopi/Pima/Apache Rooms Donation: $3 Adult TABLE TENNIS CLUB
Table tennis can maintain and improve our coordination among eyes, hands, and feet; and can help us practice our concentration and reflex year round irrespective of the weather. 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. Toward the end of the year, players can join the club in October, November and December to enjoy the memberships for the remaining year and next full year for $15.00 only. 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 that 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 391 members but we have room for YOU! Your membership of only $15.00 enables you to play in “Club Tennis,”use our two ball machines to improve your game, attend all club sponsored socials, and get club news, updates, and important information sent directly to your email. Playing tennis is a great way to meet new friends and have F U N !!!! Check us out! Visit our web site at: suncitygrandtennisclub. wildapricot.org. We have lots of fun things planned for the winter!
FREE BEGINNER TENNIS CLINICS
For those wanting to get back into tennis after years off or just wanting to try something new in their lives. Seasoned Club Members will have you participating in drills where you can learn or improve your strokes and serve. Bring your own racket or borrow one from us! Bring a water bottle and be ready to hit. You don’t need to be a Member of the Club to participate. Reservations not necessary but encouraged. Email Charlene at chthomasster@gmail.com First Sunday of the month: Dec 5, Jan 2, Feb 6, and March 6, 1-2:30pm, Stadium Court EVENT: Sun City Grand Tennis Club Christmas/ Holiday Party WHEN: Monday, December 6th 5:00pm PRICE: $29.00PP Includes a buffet style dinner with your choice of salmon, beef tenderloin, or pasta primavera along with rice pilaf, tossed salad, green beans, rolls, and dessert. (Reasonably priced because the board is under-righting a portion of each ticket from membership dues.) PLACE: Mesquite, Palms, Palo Verde room in the Sonoran Plaza. PURCHASE TICKETS: Through our website or from Club Play Coordinators. Festive attire encouraged. Cash bar. Music provided by Tru Memories. 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
COMMUNITY LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION DIVISION
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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.
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 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 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. We are seeking new leadership to coordinate this group beginning in 2022! 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
Your "Minnesota Nice" friends invite you to join us for our Welcome Back for the 2021-22 season, Thursday, November 18 from 5:45 pm to 8:30 pm at the Gila Room at Cimmaron. Hearty hot d'oeuvres, coffee and a cash bar are available. We look forward to seeing friends and neighbors after last seasons sabatical. Membership fee is $5.00 per person. Kindly submit your registration and number of attendees via email to: grandmn2016@yahoo.com. Please submit your annual membership fee to: Minnesota Interest Group, c/o Phyllis Borchardt, 17138 N Estrella Vista Dr., Surprise, Az 85374 by Nov 4, 2021. Questions please call, 623-5217-0790 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 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 DECEMBER 26 • SUNDAY CHRISTMAS WEEKEND NIGHT TRAIN RUN The Grand Central Railroad Interest Group will be hosting its annual Christmas Weekend Night Train Run. When: SUNDAY, December 26, @ 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Where: Train Park behind the Chaparral Center near the Tennis Courts. Stop by and enjoy the sights and sounds of Garden (G Scale) Railroading at its finest. There will be a Toy Train Raffle during the event. A table will be set up where you can see the Toy Train and get a raffle ticket for your child or grandchild. A winning ticket will be drawn at the end of the night run. You do NOT have to be present to win. The winner will be notified by phone on December 27 and the presentation of the Toy Train will take place at the Railroad Park behind the Chaparral Center. For more information, please contact chairman@GrandCentralRailroad.info GRAND REPUBLICANS INTEREST GROUP
Our October meeting was a resounding success. It featured a round table discussion by the Republican Senatorial candidates for the 2022 election cycle. It was moderated by Seth Leibsohn and was followed by a lively and informative Q& A session. We came away more knowledgeable of the issues facing us. Unfortunately the room was full and we had to turn several members away. Our December meeting will consist of a Christmas party on December 15. It will start at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. It is being held at the Cimarron Center, Agua Fria and Gila rooms. ( Across the 303 on Clearview or Mountain View.) You can enjoy Dinner and Dancing to the music of our new favorite band, Mirror Image. ( and maybe a little politicking ) This promises to be a Gala Time for all. The cost is $30.00 per person and can be paid by check payable to SCG Republicans. Mail to: SCG Republicans, P O Box 7842, Surprise AZ 85374. We will resume normal meetings in January. So look for information here in the Lifestyles Magazine or our website, https//scggop.weebly. com. Our website is the place to go in order to access any of our Board Members for any questions or information you may need. You can also find timely information on current issues that affect us here in Sun City Grand, Surprise and Maricopa County. It also provides information on other local Republican groups, as well as an application form to join our group. As Republicans we are committed to the principles, objectives and ideals of the Republican Party on a local, state and federal level. So feel free to check us out, we may be just what you are looking for. We look forward to welcoming you to our next meeting. Our normal meetings start at 9:00 am with coffee and pastries. The official meeting starts at 9:30 sharp and is over by 11:30.
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. NOVEMBER 11TH - THURSDAY
WASHINGTON STATE TAILGATE PARTY!
Calling all Sun City Grand Washingtonians! Wear your favorite sports team attire and come join in a fun happy hour and social. Due to COVID protocol, we require only store bought dishes for our potluck. Food will be served by volunteers wearing masks and gloves. If your last name begins with A-G: Salad or Appetizer, H-R: Main dish (ie. Chicken, pre-cooked Lasagna, etc.) S-Z: Dessert. We will have casual live entertainment and a cash bar. If you have any questions, contact Susan Brinkley at susanbrinkley7@gmail.com or Robin Weakland at laweakland@aol.com. $2/PP (cash only) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lakeside Pavilion WINE TASTING
Interest Group Description: The group conducts tastings on 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. Meeting Information: We meet on the second Tuesday of each month except July and August at 7:00PM at the home of a host member.Annual dues are $10 per person and the tasing fee is $15 per person. We also have an annual Wine dinner, catered by Chefs Tell All (the original owners of Amuse Bouche) and held at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Surprise. Contact for the Wine Interest Group: Judy Helderman, 623-322-9425, jhelderm@yahoo WISCONSIN INTEREST GROUP
Welcome to all current and new members. Our activity calendar is in full swing with Monthly breakfasts, new dining venues and more. If you are interested in meeting people With a joy of life, sharing memories and participating in a wide variety of events visit our website www. wigazinfo.weebly.com. Click on the ‘Contact Us’ tab and send us a note. You can also reach us at wigmessage@gmail.com. Join us on November 1 at Tivoli Gardens for the monthly breakfast. Our Annual Meeting will be held on November 4 at 6 p.m. in the Apache Room Sonoran Plaza. Join us to elect new Board members and review all scheduled and planned activities. On November 17 we will travel to I and J restaurant in Surprise for a night of camaraderie and Polish food. December 8 brings us to Barleen’s for their ever popular Holiday show. We will travel by private Coach. Block your calendar on January 19, 2022 for the Holiday Dinner. We will enjoy a wonderful catered dinner with bar and live entertainment. February 10 will be a return of Game Night and wonderful comfort food. On March 16, we will enjoy a delicious tailgate and watch the Brewers at Surprise Stadium. There are more planned events on the horizon so stay tuned.
