May 2018 Grand Lifestyles by Grand Lifestyles

LET'S PLAY

DEFENSE Page 10

COMMUNICATION Page 12

YOUR

NEIGHBORHOOD

REPRESENTATIVES Page 28

May 2018

A Publication of Sun City Grand

This year, resolve to

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MISSION STATEMENT

To enhance, preserve and protect the quality of life, aesthetics, and activities of the community and its homeowners by providing and maintaining positive, creative, compassionate customer service through teamwork, communication, and a progressive vision.

THE GRAND LIFESTYLE

RESOURCE NUMBERS

Aerobic Schedules..................................................... 36

Advertising Information.............................................. 5

Ask Cappie the Computer Cat.................................. 56

City of Surprise Numbers........................................... 66

Community Manager’s Message................................ 12

Classified Ads............................................................. 66

Community Special Events....................................... 46 Connect with the Colonnade.................................... 26

Community Association Numbers............................ 65

Club Special Events................................................... 38

Employment Information............................................ 5

Please cancel delivery of your complimentary newspapers whenever you will be gone— delivery can be restarted upon return.

Director of Golf Operations....................................... 14

Mission Statement....................................................... 5

Financial Results.......................................................... 6

Resource Numbers..................................................... 64

YourWestValley.com 623-972-6101

Grand Learning Communication.............................. 55

Independent 623-972-6101

Presentations.............................................................. 59

Fitness Manager’s Message......................................... 18 General Manager’s Message....................................... 10 Gothic Grounds Message........................................... 61

OUT & ABOUT

Lifestyles Manager’s Message..................................... 16

ARIZONA SNOWBOWL'S SCENIC SKYRIDE

Ticketed Events.......................................................... 48

Surprise Today 623-972-6101

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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

The Association provides this publication for informational purposes only. SCG Community Association, its Board, its employees and all other entities within SCG do not guarantee, endorse, nor promote any of the products, services or individuals advertised herein and assume no responsibility or liability for the veracity of the statements made in this publication. Information regarding advertising rates can be obtained on our website at www.grandinfo.com (under Life in SCG/Communication News/Grand Lifestyles Information); or by coming to the Sonoran Plaza and visiting the Activities Office. The deadline for commercial ads is the 10th of the month and classified ads is the 10th of the month prior to placement. Sun City Grand Community Association, Inc. reserves the right to revise or refuse submitted articles and/or ads. If you have any questions about the Grand Lifestyles, please feel free to contact the Activities Office at 623-546-7489. If you have suggestions or comments for the website or GrandTV, please feel free to contact our Creative Project Coordinator at communications@scgcam.com or 623-546-7563.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Let's Play Defense

SCG Resident of the Month

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Communication Page 12

Job opportunities are posted on the website at www.grandinfo.com (Grand Living/Human Resources & Employment). You may submit your application to the Human Resources Department at 19726 N. Remington Dr., Surprise, AZ 85374, fax to 623546-7447 or email hrgrand@scgcam. com. You are encouraged to submit an application for each employment opportunity for which you would like to be considered.

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SUN CITY GRAND

NEIGHBORHOOD REPS 5

SCG MARCH 2018

FINANCIAL RESULTS Mar-18 Actual

ASSOCIATION

Mar-18 Budget

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

Operating Assessment Revenue $

893,040 $

893,298 $

Fitness & Activities Grand Lifestyles Rent Food & Beverage Membership Fees Recreation Revenue

220,082 12,132 41,296 154,130 49,460 477,099

165,188 12,413 42,999 128,039 54,948 403,587

Annual Pass Flex Pass Resident Daily Guest Public Merchandise Driving Range Golf Revenue

163,903 93,734 719,045 247,181 23,956 145,909 39,075 1,432,802

Other Revenue Interest Income TOTAL REVENUE

(258)

YTD Actual

YTD Budget

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

$ 2,674,142 $ 2,674,299 $

(157)

Forecast CY18

Budget CY18

Variance Fav/(Unfav)

$ 10,883,215 $ 10,883,372 $

(157)

658,369 36,263 107,581 336,238 203,310 1,341,761

432,192 37,320 109,543 284,607 194,169 1,057,831

226,177 (1,057) (1,962) 51,631 9,141 283,930

1,305,302 129,666 350,321 755,773 586,967 3,128,029

1,079,125 130,723 352,283 704,142 577,826 2,844,099

226,177 (1,057) (1,962) 51,631 9,141 283,930

164,541 103,355 707,158 232,058 18,281 123,313 34,704 1,383,410

54,894 (281) (1,703) 26,091 (5,488) 73,512 (638) (9,621) 11,887 15,123 5,675 22,596 4,371 49,392

480,244 313,508 1,818,192 531,335 48,679 317,130 100,937 3,610,026

467,536 300,529 1,750,914 500,468 39,333 284,322 101,189 3,444,291

12,708 12,979 67,278 30,867 9,346 32,808 (252) 165,735

1,536,019 531,304 3,651,756 933,826 294,073 743,955 233,980 7,924,914

1,523,311 518,325 3,584,478 902,959 284,727 711,147 234,232 7,759,179

12,708 12,979 67,278 30,867 9,346 32,808 (252) 165,735

26,066 10,863 2,839,871

27,546 13,300 2,721,141

(1,480) (2,437) 118,730

76,919 40,666 7,743,514

78,297 39,900 7,294,618

(1,378) 766 448,896

170,631 160,766 22,267,555

172,009 160,000 21,818,659

(1,378) 766 448,896

Cost of Sales GROSS PROFIT

276,352 2,563,518

250,614 2,470,527

(25,738) 92,991

772,245 6,971,269

603,623 6,690,995

(168,622) 280,274

1,676,574 20,590,981

1,507,952 20,310,707

(168,622) 280,274

Payroll Utilities Repairs & Maintenance Insurance Professional Fees Landscaping Operating Expense Depreciation TOTAL EXPENSES

830,330 146,580 66,126 32,662 7,805 188,891 363,589 1,499 1,637,482

830,765 143,013 68,455 32,700 9,500 188,891 331,297 2,000 1,606,621

435 (3,567) 2,329 38 1,695 (0) (32,292) 501 (30,861)

2,430,009 455,564 176,595 97,984 27,346 566,674 951,692 4,653 4,710,517

2,509,431 404,500 192,565 98,100 23,500 566,673 912,866 6,000 4,713,635

79,422 (51,064) 15,970 116 (3,846) (1) (38,826) 1,347 3,118

9,582,853 2,279,030 791,563 406,999 133,646 2,266,693 4,649,675 22,653 20,133,112

9,662,275 2,227,963 807,533 407,115 129,800 2,266,692 4,610,849 24,000 20,136,227

79,422 (51,067) 15,970 116 (3,846) (1) (38,826) 1,347 3,115

SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) Before Capital

Project Expense SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) R OUND S

926,036 $

863,906 $

62,130

4,500

(4,500)

921,536 $

863,906 $

57,630

29,240

28,870

Mar-18 RESERVE FUND YIELD BALANCE Money Market $529,089 Govt Agencies 4,000,000 Corp Bonds 2,000,000 Certificates of Deposit 8,340,000 TOTAL 1.50% $ 14,869,089

370

$ 2,260,752 $ 1,977,360 $ 4,500

$ 2,256,252 $ 1,977,360 $ 76,329

72,971

Mar-18 CARE FUND YIELD BALANCE Money Market $214,292 Certificates of Deposit 2,400,000

TOTAL

1.10% $ 2,614,292

283,392

(4,500) 278,889

3,358

STAFFING Full Time Part Time Total

457,869 $

174,480 $

4,500

453,369 $

174,480 $

186,527

183,169

283,389 (4,500) 278,889 3,358

Mar-18 Mar-18 ACTUAL BUDGET VARIANCE 161 169 8 126 131 5 287

300

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SUMMARY OF

APRIL 12, 2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING The Board accepted/approved the following: I. Consent Agenda items were accepted as submitted: A. March 8, 2018 Board of Directors’ meeting Minutes and Resolutions; B. March 16, 2018 Special Board of Directors’ meeting Minutes and Resolutions; C. March 29, 2018 Board Workshop Minutes – amend to state that Major Acott was a resident in Colonnade; D. Acceptance of resignation of Martha Bails as Chair of Consent Committee and as a member of the committee effective March 31, 2018; E. Appointment of David Armstrong as Chair of the Consent Committee effective March 31, 2018; F. Resignation of Jeff Gibbs as a member of the Finance Committee effective March 31, 2018; G. Resignation of Don Love as the Finance Representative of the LongRange Planning Advisory Committee effective March 31, 2018; H. Resignation of Don Love as a member of the Finance Advisory Committee effective March 31, 2018; I. Resignation of Terry Murphy as member of the Long-Range Planning Advisory Committee effective March 31, 2018; J. Resignation of Terry Murphy as member of the CARE Committee effective March 31, 2018;

K. Appointment of Pat Finnell as the Chair of Lifestyles Advisory Committee Effective April 1, 2018 through June 30, 2018; L. Resignation of Bill Shields as member of the Consent Committee effective March 31, 2018; M. Appointment of Mel Collins and Emma Kurtz (residents) to the Golf Advisory Committee Planning SubCommittee; N. Appointment of Gary Jann to the Long-Range Planning Sub-Committee for the Village Center Planning; O. Purchase Request 18-5286-RF -Chaparral Center – Replace 25 Gold Trash Cans for 25 Silver Trash Cans in the amount not to exceed $4,195. (Completed); II. Unfinished Business A. Approved the appointment of Ray Wilton, Board Member (Chair), Board Members Don Love and Terry Murphy; Gary Jann, resident; Ken Olson, General Manager and Jeff Hochman, Director of Golf, to a Board Ad Hoc Committee for the Desert Springs snack bar and social area project, and approved to add Roger Barry, resident, to the Ad Hoc Committee; III. New Business A. General 1. The Board directed staff to proceed with an RFP for trail ingress and egress signs using the stucco signs that match existing trail signs;

2. Approved postponing a decision to approve the Off-Duty Officer Agreement with the City of Surprise Police Department in an amount not to exceed $30,000/year until the May Board Meeting until after the May 1, Town Hall; B. Operating Projects Proposed 1. Approved Purchase Request 18006-OP – Summer Transition Program – Purchase Topdressing (Sand only) in the amount not to exceed $80,000; 2. Approved Purchase Request 18007-OP – Holiday Lights in various common areas and entrances for a 3-year agreement in the amount not to exceed $112,637; C. Reserve Projects Proposed 1. Approved Purchase Request 186768-RF – Adobe Pool Furniture – replace 30 dining tables, 120 dining chairs, 50 tea tables and 137 lounges including installation and labor in the amount not to exceed $91,500; 2. Approved Purchase Request 183294-RF - Bocce Chairs – Replace 8 chairs in the amount not to exceed $4,000; 3. Approved Purchase Request 18-8493-RF – Cimarron Pool – Replace (1) Pool Vacuum in an amount not to exceed $3,500.

PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

SECRETARY

TREASURER

BOARD MEMBER

grand.ellie.brooks@ gmail.com

murphy4grand@ gmail.com

grandwilton@gmail.com

Jeffgibbs.grand@ gmail.com

grandaiken@cox.net

grandmarden@ cox.net

granddonlove@ icloud.com

Ellie Brooks 623-544-8848

Terry Murphy 623-388-6721

Ray Wilton 847-373-6240

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Jeff Gibbs 623-866-9669

Bob Aiken 623-214-6716

Larry Marden 623-748-9276

Don Love 530-391-4356

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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

LET’S PLAY DEFENSE!

Kenneth Olson, CMCA, AMS General Manager

In sports, the old cliché is that defense wins games. True, it is hard to lose a game if the other team doesn’t score points or is held to a lower score due to great defense from the opposing team. This analogy holds true in many other aspects of our daily life. If we apply this reasoning to our personal safety and specifically traffic safety, we may be able to avoid personal injury and/or damage to our possessions. Our community has experienced a horrific event with the accidental death of a resident while crossing the street earlier this month. Events of this type create heartache and sorrow for our community but unless we learn from this experience, the situation becomes even more tragic. We all search for answers in times like this and often reflect on the “what ifs” that might have prevented this accident. After multiple conversations and meetings with residents, the Chief of Police, etc. we recognize that many people are asking the question of “how do we keep people safe in our

community and prevent traffic accidents?” Most everyone in the community can recite accidents they have witnessed involving cars, golf cars, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians. In most cases, we recognize that these accidents were preventable if at least one of the parties involved was operating in a defensive mode. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, more than 90 percent of all vehicle crashes are the result of driver error. That's why 2 of the main precepts of defensive driving are self-discipline and not putting absolute faith in the hands of your fellow drivers. Driving defensively includes

the following behaviors: n Looking ahead and expecting the unexpected n Controlling your speed n Maintaining a safe following distance n Preparedness for the reactions of other drivers n Driving safely for weather and/or road conditions n Remaining alert and distraction free n Watching and respecting other drivers Many of the defensive driving behaviors shown above will also apply to pedestrians walking on sidewalks, streets and crosswalks. A defensive

strategy involves awareness of one’s surroundings at all times. It is important to realize that our safety is in our hands and not trusting that others will follow safe driving or walking practices; be alert and expect the unexpected at all times. CAM staff has been working with the Surprise Police Department in an effort to promote traffic safety awareness for our residents. A traffic safety awareness program contains a number of components; enforcement, education and communication. The Police Chief has spoken frequently about the Drive Wise Surprise Program that is intended to inform and educate residents

CONVERSATION WITH KEN

The Conversation with Ken session provides a good opportunity for homeowners to bring questions to the General Manager and engage in discussion in a casual format. Next Conversation with Ken is on June 20, 2018 at 6 p.m. in the Palm Center.

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of Surprise about safe driving practices. The CAM staff will provide multiple articles concerning traffic safety in the Grand Lifestyles magazine and is offering a Defensive Driving class through our Grand Learning Program. Please contact the Grand Learning Office to sign up for this important class. Details of the Defensive Driving Class are: Class: Defensive Driving (Arizona Licensed Traffic School) Cost: $25.00 Date: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Time: 8:30am – 12:30pm Room: Havasupai/Maricopa Classroom (Chaparral) STOP IN THE GRAND LEARNING OFFICE TO SIGN UP OR CALL 623-546-7470 BETWEEN 9AM-4PM, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

Also, increased traffic enforcement by the Surprise Police Department helps educate drivers of all types to obey traffic signs, speed limits and observe safe driving practices. The Board of Directors will be discussing whether or not to add an extra layer of traffic enforcement above the normal level of services provided by the Police Department. The Board of Directors will vote on this option at their May 10 meeting. The one thing that unites all human beings, regardless of age, gender, religion, economic status or ethnic background, is that, deep down inside, we ALL believe that we are above average drivers. – Dave Barry, “Things That It Took Me 50 Years to Learn”.

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FROM THE Community Manager

COMMUNICATION

Kym Stutzman Community Manager

Communication has been identified as a “hot button” issue in Sun City Grand. In meeting with other business professionals and managers in this industry in particular, I’ve learned that this is a big deal most everywhere. We see it on the news every day – showing us that the issue has several parts. Successful communication depends on the frequency, the reach, and the content; as well as the participation of the receiver. Here at Sun City Grand, we are looking for ways to improve in each of these branches. A famous quote from George Bernard Shaw is “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” That can be a trap in that the one person may feel that they have communicated in every way available while another feels that nothing at all took place. Can both be true? Certainly! Say my insurance agent is trying to notify me of an important plan change. She mails me a letter (which my husband tosses unopened as junk mail), calls my home (and leaves a 12

message with one of my sons who is busy playing a video game and won’t even remember that he answered the phone, let alone who called and about what), and emails me (to an email I deleted because my password was hacked six years ago, but – oops – I never updated with the agent). So, until I walk in for a checkup and find out that my eye doctor doesn’t take my insurance anymore, I’m in the dark. It happens. My agent felt she had done everything short of hire a skywriter and yet I was completely unaware. So what are we doing as an Association to improve our communication success rate? Read on … I’ll start with myself, the only person I can take responsibility for improving. As a Community Manager I start by writing these articles (for communicating with you), attending all committee meetings (so that the day to day issues are communicated to me), and being available out and about (so that residents – perhaps at a Wine Down event, golf outing or show – can communicate with me). I have an open door policy where I meet with residents without appointments if they need my attention. I am very hard on myself in respect to turnaround time on returning emails and phone calls. Am I successful? Not as often as I would like to be. Can I do better? That is my daily goal. As the Standards Manager

I try to be very transparent. I am a rule follower and a lot of people don’t care for that approach. But I will always listen to why you don’t agree with the rules and then guide you towards how you could possibly get the rule changed. It is your community and you have that right, along with the rest of your neighbors. Most recently we instituted the program to receive resident feedback on changes that they would like to see in the Design Guidelines. Can I personally change them? Absolutely not! I have no authority to do so. But I did institute a policy that tracks your input through the process all the way to the Board of Directors and keep an historical record of the input for future committees, boards, and staff. I have also responded to requests for more eblasts and the “Did You Know?” section in the Lifestyles Magazine monthly to communicate facts that may not be apparent to many (because how can you find information if you don’t know where to look?). At the Board level – they have instituted the so-far-very-popular “Fireside Chats with the Board.” These informal gatherings allow the Board to get to know the residents a little better and let individuals know that they are being heard. They continue to take resident feedback at the Chat held every month in conjunction with the Workshop. The Board also passed a resolution for a Large Scale Project Process, this outlines the procedure and communication of large projects (like building remodels) through approximately 20 steps with a heavy emphasis on communicating with all of the residents. If you haven’t been out, Town Halls are really big lately in Sun City Grand. The long range planning work had two Town Halls for residents – one in October and one in April. There were almost a dozen Town Halls about the Consent effort for the possible changes to the CC&Rs and Bylaws. Two Town Halls each were scheduled for discussion of the Maintained Properties and a possible Turf Reduction Project. These meetings were often live streamed and taped for future viewing. The General Manger has “Conversations with Ken” so that he has a chance to engage in two way communication with the residents about their concerns and questions. He has established three direct email addresses Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

to capture and address your concerns: landscaping.issues@scgcam.com, maintained.homes@scgcam.com, and turf.reduction@scgcam.com. Last month was our Spring Newcomer’s event. The theme was “How to get (and stay) connected.” Every manager presenting ended the talk with ways that residents can stay “in the know.” Hence the participation prong of successful communication mentioned in the beginning of the article. Members of staff are working hard with a resident committee to bring you the new Association website (due out mid-year). They have listened to feedback and are being very responsive to requests and providing you with a communication tool of which you can all be very proud. Here is a list of some ways that the Association reaches out to inform you, which only work if we let you know they are available! 1. Eblasts: we can’t stress enough – please keep us up to date with your current email. Recently it was brought to my attention that many owners who checked the “ALL” blasts box many years ago did not know that they need to actively subscribe to any new lists added since that date. For instance, Long Range Planning is a new subscription you can opt into this year – but you need to visit your member page, click on subscriptions, click on the new ones you are interested in receiving, and click SAVE! Next, we can only track how many emails received the blast – not how many actually read them. 2. Lifestyles magazine: the true heartbeat of the community. 3. Grand TV: for taped meetings and fun informative videos on everything from clubs to nutrition! 4. Board meetings: twice a month you can learn more than you ever hoped to know about the inner workings of the HOA world. Drop in to the Ballroom on the second and the last Thursday of every month at 1:00 pm in the Sonoran Ballroom. You can also watch it from your computer or mobile device on grandinfo.com, or find it posted to Grand TV after the actual date of the event. 5. Committee meetings: these are so important. Both for learning Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

LAWS THAT REGULATE PEDESTRIAN, CYCLE, AND MOTOR TRAFFIC VARY FROM STATE TO STATE For our out-of-state (or country) residents and visitors, please take just a moment to familiarize yourself with the Arizona laws: The speed limit on residential streets in all of Surprise (including SCG) is 25 mph. The majority of the streets across these 4000 acres are posted as 25 mph. The through streets, such as Sunrise, Clearview, Mountainview, and Goldwater Ridge are 35 mph. Cars must yield for pedestrians in a crosswalk – so please slow to approach a crosswalk if you do not have a clear view from a distance, be prepared to stop for a car in front of you who is yielding to a pedestrian not within your sight,

(about purchases, resident proposed projects, golf operations and so much more) and also for sharing your thoughts as well. Every regularly scheduled meeting has an agenda item for resident comments and questions. Stop by and share. Schedules are posted in the magazine and are on the website. They are mainly standing dates/ times for easy planning. (Agendas and minutes always available on grandinfo.com) 6. Attend the Town Halls and informational meetings: these are as much about hearing your constructive feedback as they are about sharing information with you.

and be aware of approaching vehicles behind you before waiving a pedestrian through. Pedestrians should always look both ways, judge your ability to cross in time (do not count on the car granting you the right of way) and do not expect the car to stop if you are not yet in the crosswalk. Bicycles are allowed on SCG sidewalks and paths. Bicyclists on the roadways must heed all traffic signs as if they were a vehicle. Learn more about the “Drive wise, Surprise” campaign by visiting www.surpriseaz.gov

7. Then I’ll list “Other” as a category: utilize your Block Watch and Neighborhood representatives (or become one). Join a club, play cards in a building common area, or attend a community event – you will really learn a lot about what is going on. Sit in on an ad hoc committee or join a focus group. Respond to the surveys that are sent out about specific topics. We will promise to work on the frequency, reach, and content of our communication, as well as on participating in listening. Together we can bring the communication to a level in Sun City Grand that other communities will attempt to model themselves after. 13

FROM THE DIRECTOR OF GOLF OPERATIONS

GRASS

ON THE GOLF COURSE heavily fertilized and irrigated.

Jeff Hochman Director of Golf Operations

The transition from the winter ryegrass to the base summer bermudagrass is underway. As the temperatures start to heat up, the bermudagrass starts to wake up from dormancy. At the same time, when the temperatures start to get too warm, the cool season (ryegrass) starts to die off. The staff aids in this transition by doing the following… chemical applications of products to encourage the ryegrass to become weak, and mechanical operations such as aerifing and slicing the turf. The night time temperatures need to be above 60 degrees for several days in a row and the soil temperature at a 4-inch depth needs to be above the 65-degree mark for the bermudagrass to start actively recovering. Areas that have had a lot of traffic and that are in the shade will tend to take longer to recover. Each course will be closed for 3 weeks as in the past several years to allow an outside company to deep-tine aerify the courses with ¾ inch solid tines and then spread 35 tons of sand per acre on each fairway. This will also aid in the transition process giving the bermudagrass some essential items such as air, water and nutrients. During this time the courses are also 14

A few years back the staff adopted some new maintenance practices on the greens to allow for golfers to have better conditions more often. Staff used to perform multiple aerations on the greens throughout the summer and golfers constantly played on aerified greens. Staff now does a very intense aerification during the 3-week closure which allows us to not have do any more throughout the summer (some minor disruption may still occur). It does take a little longer to recover but overall the golfers will putt less on aerified greens. Studies recommend that you disrupt at least 25% of the surface area each year to have a healthy base grass. This process achieves that goal.

PROJECTED COURSE CLOSURES Granite Falls North...................... 6/18–7/8 Granite Falls South.................... 6/21–7/11 Desert Springs............................... 7/9–7/29 Cimarron....................................... 7/12–8/1 We appreciate all of your support and your business during the summer months.

Despite poor bermudagrass growing weather, the agronomic staff continues to produce turfgrass conditions that exceed expectations through employing the agronomic plan laid out in 2008.

No. 8 Cimarron

August 2008

We do a chemical application to remove the ryegrass.

No. 8 Cimarron

July 2009

No. 8 Cimarron

June 18, 2015 GFS #9 21 days after spray out

July 2010

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Summer Fun!

FROM THE LIFESTYLES MANAGER

LOOKING FOR AMAZING MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT?

Lorena Nieto Lifestyles Manager

Looking for fun…well, look no further. The warmer weather will soon find us, but we have a variety of events to keep you cool, indoors and out. JOIN US FOR OUR GRAND SUMMER MOVIE SERIES THIS SUMMER

We have great new movie releases for you to enjoy. Dates are as follows: May 2nd & 18th June 1st & 15th Movie begins at 1pm, doors open at 12:30 in the Sonoran Plaza Ballroom. Additional details can be found in this month’s magazine in the Community Special Events section and look for email blasts with more information regarding this event. We hope to see you there!

Sun City Grand Activities with TAD Management is pleased to present: The Day the Music Died, starring Not Fade Away. This tribute will celebrate the lives and music of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. June 11th This will be one show you will not want to miss. Tickets are available online at grandinfo.com or in the Activities Office – Monday thru Friday, 9am-4pm. TAKE A DIP IN THE POOL AND COME OUT TO OUR SPLASH! POOL PARTIES

Join us at the Cimarron Outdoor pool area for music, food and fun! May 22nd and June 21st It’s a great way to cool down during our summer months. RISE AND SHINE BREAKFAST

We had such a great time with you at our Rise and Shine Breakfast events last summer, we’re bringing them back. Our first Rise and Shine Breakfast of the summer is scheduled for: June 19th, at 8:30am in the Sonoran Plaza Start your morning off right with this special event. Tickets are available online at grandinfo.com or in the Activities Office – Monday thru Friday, 9am-4pm.

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FROM THE FITNESS MANAGER

Heroes Among You Allison Adams Fitness Manager

Written and submitted by: Charlotte Michael Versagi Some heroes run into burning buildings while the rest of us run out. Others, however, were born or impacted with a medical condition that makes brushing their teeth or performing the smallest task an Herculean challenge. These are my heroes; and following are just a few examples of the heroes among you.

JOHN KOSLOWSKI Born 75 years ago with cerebral palsy. Practically speaking, that means his body is in a constant state of spasm. And we’re not talking small spasms – you’ll know John when you see his red scooter and notice that his body is never still. Every limb down his toes is spasming all the time. He should be home planted in his Lazy Boy watching his beloved Cubs games. Instead, you’ll see him attending Therese’s PWR! (primarily for those with Parkinson’s) classes three times per week, working out on the SciFit and Recumbent Bike at least two times per week and getting into the pool to work out when he can hook up with his trainer. In addition, he attends special lectures and as many concerts as he can. He lives alone now that his beloved wife Pam passed two years ago and he is functionally independent.

ROBERT DANIEL Robert Daniel was diagnosed with both heart issues and diabetes in the 1990s. He traveled constantly for his career and lived a very stressful life – all the while suffering from angina and soaring blood sugar. The ultimate result = seven heart stints, triple 18

bypass, hospitalizations for sugar levels over 700, amputation of his left leg, a lifethreatening infection, a divorce after 45 years of marriage. Ow. “To celebrate,” he says “I moved to Arizona.” “I’m not the hero,” Robert says. “At 65 I met and fell in love with someone who cares enough about me to give me the motivation to do something about my poor habits and lifestyle. She’s the hero.” His wife helps Robert eat (mostly) well, control his weight, and (mostly) cure his poor habits like smoking (he still has one good cigar per week.) And he works out. “A trainer showed me a regimen to build strength, not bulk. I focus on upper body strength and use my remaining leg to keep me mobile and active. I have the stamina to live the best life I can. Feeling good does that to you. I occasionally falloff the wagon but I don’t beat myself up – I go right back to it. I start over and over again. I don’t give up on myself. Discipline comes with repetition.”

DOROTHY Dorothy tells her own story: “While celebrating New Year’s Day 2015, I woke up to find myself on the floor. Thanks to some very professional EMTs who told me I had a stroke, I was taken to Banner Emergency where I was immediately airlifted to Good Samaritan Hospital. A month later I returned home. While home, I had both knees and one hip replaced.” Dorothy and her husband David immediately began an intensive exercise regimen and followed this for several

months. They then enlisted the help of a personal fitness trainer at Adobe. Dorothy continues, “We underwent intensive exercising for two months. While I continue to exercise five days a week, my husband Dave and I have also added walking the Adobe track – we started very, very slowly on a walker and now only use a cane. I am convinced that exercises are responsible for my progress both physically and mentally.”

DENISE BENDER And then there is Denise Bender. You’ll know her by the smile she wears constantly and the way she lights up the gym. She recently told her story at the Grand Olympics Closing Ceremony after she completed the Gold Level competition. In September of 1997 Denise damaged her spinal cord in a mountain bike accident. She was paralyzed from the chest down and told she would “never walk again”. Her life was forever changed and medically she is an “incomplete quadriplegic”. “I was a personal fitness trainer prior to my accident,” Denise says. “I knew hard work would give me positive results. As soon as I could, still in my wheelchair, I got to the gym. I had to teach every muscle to work again from the tiny muscles in my hands to major leg muscles.” Denise says the gym work keeps her muscles strong enough to allow her to walk. Importantly, this helps increase her endurance – and allows her to be more independent. The hard work keeps her Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

FROM THE FITNESS MANAGER upright – and out of a wheelchair. She says working out in the gym “keeps my mind clear and helps me feel good about myself which allows me to treat others with kindness and gentleness.”

PAM GRAY Pam Gray is called “Prom Queen” by one of her friends because she knows everyone at the gym, remembers the tiniest details about their lives and is truly interested in others. Pam was aware she had some muscular weakness most of her life but at age 35 she received the definitive diagnoses of Spinal Muscular Atrophy which is a degenerative neuromuscular disease. She is currently receiving quarterly spinal injections that stop the progression of the disease. “Early in my 30s I began attending a health spa to improve my girlish figure – little did I know!” Pam explains. “I have been exercising ever since. It is because of exercise that I live a productive, relatively independent life in spite of being in a power wheelchair.” Pam and Loren, her husband, go to Adobe five days per week where she spends up to 20 minutes on the SciFit, and does 100 reps on the calf machine. Plus,

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she exercises at home 3-5 times per week performing trainer-recommended exercises to keep her strong. Pam is currently experimenting with working out in the pool to determine if this addition will help keep her strong.

KATHY REIBOLD At age three Kathy fell into a metal spiked basement window causing considerable brain damage. The challenges this accident created include general lack of understanding, weight gain, knees, hands and shoulder difficulties and medical issues too numerous to mention. Kathy takes exercise seriously and with diet management and regular exercise she has gained mobility of her legs and is working hard not to lose shoulder movement. In the gym, she works hard on the SciFit, with balls, weights and bands. In addition, once per week she performs extensive pool exercises. Kathy and her family believe that without exercise she would be unable to live by herself and that it is likely her body would fail much more rapidly.

DEIDRA DOWNS And finally, there is tiny little Deidra

Downs. Deidra was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 27 and at 34 got hit with colon cancer. Her MS became progressive after the cancer diagnosis. Deidre says that exercising on the SciFit has helped her maintain strength and keeps her thoughts from “going to the dark side”. “Aside from the physical and mental benefits,” she explains, “going to the fitness center is a great place to be around good people and a place to make new friends.” John, Robert, Dorothy, Denise, Pam, Deidre – these are the inspirations we all need. These are the souls who “run into burning buildings” only their form of heroism is not succumbing to perceived limitations. They are each living proof that exercise makes a profound difference in the quality of our lives. On a day when you think you aren’t going to exercise because “you just don’t feel like it” …..think about the people you just met in this article.

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ARIZONA SNOWBOWL'S Scenic Skyride Take in the dramatic scenery of northern Arizona from a bird’s eye view by spending your day on Arizona Snowbowl’s scenic chairlift. It’s perfect for the entire family. The lift shuttles you up the western side of the San Francisco Peaks, and takes you up to 11,500 feet in elevation. From here, you can take in the expansive beauty northern Arizona has to offer, including views of the red rocks in Sedona, the cinder cone volcanic field, and the walls of the Grand Canyon.

We’re heading into the Flagstaff area to take the Summer Scenic Skyride to the top of Arizona! Long after the skiers have abandoned the slopes, Arizona Snowbowl reopens its main ski lift offering Skyrides to top of Agassiz Peak. At 11,500 feet, on a clear day, you can see the Grand Canyon’s North Rim— over 80 miles away. The scenery is just amazing, offering views of Kendrick Peak, Wild Bill Hill and Wing Mountain— some of Arizona’s most prominent landmarks. This chairlift ride offers great opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. Once at the top a Forest Service specialist will answer questions regarding the biology, geology and history of the region. We’ll also enjoy lunch

on self at Arizona Snowbowl’s Agassiz Restaurant; offering a rustic atmosphere, additional outdoor seating, live music, a full bar, and a menu that runs from sandwiches and burgers to homemade soups and fresh salads. This is a great tour! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor.

The chairlift ride offers great opportunities for photography, observing wildlife, or just enjoying the peaceful ride up and down the San Francisco Peaks. Once you reach the top, a Forest Service interpretive specialist will greet you and answer any questions regarding the biology, geology and history of the region. www.snowbowl.ski/ about-the-scenic-chairlift/

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SCG RESIDENT OF THE MONTH

Sydney Ridley Nominated, submitted and written by: Susan Bates SCG Resident

After raising their family in Flagstaff, Sydney Ridley and her husband lived in Branson, Missouri, for ten years working in ministry. Three years ago they moved to Arizona, and Sun City Grand. During her first year here Sydney enrolled in a writing class through Grand’s Learning Center. The class equipped her, almost immediately she said, to begin to write. She attributes this to “excellent, quality teaching”. In the last two years Sidney has written two published books. Her first, “Reconciliation”, is the story of a mother and daughter who reconcile after suffering a broken relationship for many years, a subject close to Sydney. A bible study that teaches reconciliation is included in the book. “Disciple Me” is Sydney’s second book which illustrates what discipleship looks like when women disciple one another. A bible study is included in this book as well.

how these answers can be found, says Sydney “in God’s word”. This desire resulted in the creation of short stories ending with a bible study. Sidney has had the privilege of speaking to many local churches on the subjects of her books. Recently she taught a group of 45 women in Peoria with her second book, Disciple Me. One participant commented that “I have learned that I am worthy to disciple other women”. “Creative writing can be a fascinating process”, Sydney reports, “you never know what to expect”. She recommends that if you have ever dreamed of writing, pursue it! The resources you may need to help you are at your fingertips right here in Grand!

Sydney has taught bible study for over 35 years. Working with women and learning of their personal struggles created the desire for her writing to reflect answers to their questions and

NOTE Anyone is eligible to nominate someone who they feel has accomplished a lot in Sun City Grand. It can be a hobby, a craft, or making an impact in the community. Nomination forms are available at the Activites office, and completed nominations need to be submitted to the Activites office by the 10th of the month. 24

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Learn the four pillars to help boost resiliency Written and submitted by: Alison Stanton

According to the American Psychological Association, “Resilience is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or workplace and financial stressors.” “That is a pretty good definition,” says Michael Cofield, Ph.D., a boardcertified clinical health psychologist. “Resilience generally means being able to bounce back, resist or recover from the circumstances that life throws at us.” Resilience is important throughout life but Dr. Cofield says it is especially

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relevant as someone enters middle age and beyond. “The over-65 age group is growing. Those 80 and older are the fastest growing age group of all, and they face some unique circumstances. Seventy to 80 percent of people age 80 and older have one or more chronic health conditions, which are some of the biggest challenges in life,” he says, adding that older adults are also more prone to experience loss of family and friends and possible loss of physical and mental abilities. “People with higher levels of resiliency live significantly longer than those who are not as resilient,” Dr. Cofield says. “And even if they do not live longer, those who are more resilient have a much better quality of life.” Social connectivity is closely tied to resilience. According to Dr. Cofield, the quality and, to some extent, the quantity of one’s personal relationships impacts his or her physical, mental and

emotional health. “We have studied people with low levels of social connectivity who are socially isolated, and almost every negative health outcome you can think of goes up. You see an increase in depression, high blood pressure, alcoholism, and they are more likely to develop cancers.” According to Dr. Cofield, resiliency also correlates with a person’s mindset. “People with low levels of optimism, for example, have been found to live shorter lives as well.” About 50 percent of a person’s resiliency is inherited from their parents, and around 10 percent is linked to factors like socioeconomic status and gender. Dr. Cofield says that 40 percent of one’s resilience, however, is based on choices, attitudes and behaviors, all things a person can control.

“Fortunately, research shows that as we get older, we are capable of becoming more resilient,” he says, adding that for those who want to boost their resilience, keeping four key pillars in mind is a great place to start. n Developing Mental Hardiness – psychological hardiness and realistic optimism can help us become more flexible, to bend but not break. n Harnessing Social Connectivity – Giving social support to others improves our chances of receiving social support. n Building Mind-Body Muscle Memory Developing mindfulness or other stress-reducing tools improves resilience. n Sparking Positive Emotions – Focusing each day on positive emotions, such as gratitude, joy or serenity, can make us more resilient.

The Sun Health Center for Health & Wellbeing offers free online wellness tools, including a program called Resiliency4Life. To learn more, visit sunhealthwellbeing.org. In the yellow box titled “Access Online Wellness Tools,” as a New User, enter Wellness Code SHWELLNESS. You will be prompted to create a username and password the first time you enter. No personal information will be collected. Remember your username and password. On future visits to sunhealthwellbeing.org, enter your login information as a Returning User. Once you are logged in, visit the self-directed tools to explore and implement. This article previously appeared in LiveWell magazine. Used with permission.

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WHO REPRESENTS YOU? The SCG Neighborhood Representative Program (Neighborhood Reps) create a vital communications link between the homeowners in each of the Grandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 63 neighborhoods and the Community Association as a whole. Unfortunately, at this time the 13 neighborhoods listed are without representation. If you live in one of these neighborhoods, do you know what important information you may have missed? Please consider the contribution you

could make to your friends and neighbors by volunteering to act as the Neighborhood Rep. Maybe you have a friend who would volunteer to act as your alternate and share tasks with you. GIVE IT SOME THOUGHT. If you are interested, please contact Julie Madden at 623-546-7473 or julie.madden@scgcam.com for more information or to submit your name. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be providing a valuable service to your neighbors.

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NEIGHBORHOOD REPS

The neighborhoods needing representatives are: Desert Bloom Jasper Point Sunrise Vista Desert Sage II Lago Vista The Point Granite Falls II Ocotillo Hacienda Skyview Havasu Starry Night Catalina

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If/when you change any of your contact information, please contact the Membership Office at 623-546-7444 to have your records current on file. NEIGHBORHOOD

NAME

PHONE #

E-MAIL

NEIGHBORHOOD

NAME

Artesia

Tony Lorenz Pat Lorenz

509-551-2069 509-551-2069

tplorenz2@gmail.com tplorenz2@gmail.com

Lago Vista

Vacant

PHONE #

Blue Sky

Nancy Collins Mary Lautenbach, (Alt)

544-0551 602-769-7162

Nancy.Collins.AZ@gmail.com marylautenbach@cox.net

La Solana

Russ Anderson Olivia Reynolds

Capitan

Mission

Jack Nickerson

Brian Pace Mary Thompson

518-6903 509-951-8230

desertsun105@gmail.com mary@marymarymarketing.com

Carlsbad

Susan O'Dea

322-3351

odeaj65@cox.net

Catalina

Vacant

Cholla Ridge

Susan Syquia

623-546-4820

ssyquia@aol.com

Cimarron

Carolyn Driscoll

594-0640

ccdriscoll@gmail.com

Clearview I

Art Carlson Jim Rice (Alt)

505-3523 544-2513

artc@ieee.org Jrice12@cox.net

Clearview II

Judy Bender

975-1555

judyb419@aol.com

Coronado

Joe Phipps

322-1276

azgchiker@cox.net

Desert Bloom

Vacant

Desert Breeze

Gina Evangelista Gary Mortensen (Alt)

261-3936 975-2697

gusups@cox.net garrymort@earthlink.net

Rincon

Mark Hamilton Nancy Hamilton

Desert Canyon

Andy Garbacz

975-1615

garbazandy@msn.com

Saguaro

Desert Horizon

Susan Thomas

360-708-8872

susan.thomas.0159@gmail.com

Desert Mesa

Bernie Bair

975-9217

bwbair@cox.net

Santa Fe

Desert Oasis

Nancy Alcock

266-0988

galcock56@msn.com

Desert Palms

Linda Etherton

398-6144

LJEtherton@aol.com

Desert Sage

Monica Tofil (Alt) Milli Levy

203-589-2093 584-7054

Jim Ditton (Alt) Mike Levy (Alt)

975-2522 584-7054

Desert Sage II

Vacant

Desert Trails I

Mona Heglin Kathleen Fontaine

214-9658 556-0202

mlee5320@gmail.com kefontaine@cox.net

Desert Trails II

Bob Walling

602-573-5942

Desert Vista I & II Jim Olmsted Durango

Karen Manning

Escalante

E-MAIL

NEIGHBORHOOD REPS

583-8604 russarca@gmail.com S U N C970-749-6465 I T Y G R Olivia_reynolds@hotmail.com AND 616-403-4664

jackpnickerson@gmail.com

Mountain View I Adrienne Kirschner

623-606-7182

adriennekirschner314@gmail.com

Mountain View II Gene Krause

556-0844

sandgk@cox.net

Ocotillo

Vacant

556-9138

Palm View

Dan McNeive Barbara Ryan (Alt)

322-0541 602-402-1745

dmcneive@cox.net gebail@hotmail.com

Park Place

Carl Godina Lois Fairchild (Alt)

533-4777 243-7388

cgoldina@yahoo.com monacantoo@gmail.com

Patagonia

Jean Zeidler (Alt)

594-7959

jzeidler@cox.net

Pima

Scott Banner Dale Rees

214-5091 979-6347

sbanner2@cox.net rees4923@yahoo.com

480-427-9530

jvf5090@cox.net SUN CITY GRAND

971-801-5496 480-404-8488

mhamipbx@gmail.com nancyhamiltonpdx@gmail.com

Bruce Lucas

908-242-1797

brucemlucas@gmail.com

Carl Larsen Mike Holmen (Alt)

594-1783 466-8261

farklexfbe@aol.com mholmen1@q.com

Sierra

Mary Burns-Kules

425-830-5442

mary@mbkconsult.com

Skyview

Vacant

mltofil@hotmail.com millcy@cox.net

Starry Night

Vacant

Summerwind

Donna Grove

466-7440

jwd271@cox.net Mristerling@cox.net

Sunrise Vista

Vacant

Taos

Ira Simmons Steve Rothschild (Alt)

556-9412 266-8778

topthecharts@sbcglobal.net Sbaron24@aol.com

The Enclave

Melanie Betts

612-275-7799

winnbetts@yahoo.com

bobwalling@cox.net

The Falls

Jackie Couzens Loretta Root (Alt)

584-1231 537-9323

jcbear2@cox.net loretta_root@yahoo.com

975-3822

jimbonnieolmsted@msn.com

The Manors

Denise Midkiff

505-681-8065

dcmhoney@aol.com

476-3026

kmann1026@aol.com

The Peak

Sheryl Berg (Alt)

556-9377

sberg10@cox.net

Judy Manell Bruce Lloyd (Alt)

466-7503 399-9969

judymanella@yahoo.com lloydbnb@aol.com

Esperanza

Hilda Sciabica Frances Belmont

623-584-1941 623-546-2436

SIBHIL@AOL.COM fbelmont@mac.com

The Pinnacle

Saunders McDonald Jane Cohen (Alt) Pat Silversteen (Alt)

249-3392 322-0693 466-8722

saundersmcd@cox.net jacmac@cox.net pas44077@cox.net

The Point

Vacant

Estancia

Jonita Bigelow

256-6093

jbigelow5@cox.net

Granite Falls I

Dean Hirshman

214-3179

dchirsh@aol.com

The Regent

Dodie McManamy 712-253-3171 dodiemac2@gmail.com Carol Langley-Fennigan 303-888-4012 cmlangley@earthlink.net

Granite Falls II

Vacant

The Reserve

Judy Pratt

408-489-1660

judypratt1@cox.net

The Summit

Bonita Nordstrom

374-6111

bonnien44@comcast.net

Tranquil Canyon Maxine Sanborn Charles Olmsted (Alt)

546-2416 406-214-2855

mmaxiesan@cox.net cm9466@gmail.com

Willow Grove

480-717-2253 337-5717

edwards.allen@cox.net jjpatek1@yahoo.com

Hacienda

Vacant

Havasu

Vacant

Ironwood

Michael Krever (Alt)

214-8706

Jasper Point

Vacant

mkrevers@yahoo.com

QuailNEIGHBORHOOD Run John Van Fossen REPS

Allen Edwards Joe Patek (Alt)

groveaz@cox.net

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Written and submitted by: Jean McCurdy SCG Resident

Long, long ago, 1999, in a far off land, Long Island New York, Jean McCurdy was crowned MS. Senior New York…. Fast forward to 2003, Jean and her husband Bill moved to Sun City Grand & began living the Grand Lifestyle, participating in some of the many activities available. Jean became involved in both the Drama & Music Clubs performing in numerous shows here and also around the valley.…. Fast forward to 2005 Lee Lotze moved to Sun City Grand from Spokane, Washington. Lee started singing with the Grand singers in 2007 and joined the Grandettes a year later. Lee too has performed in many shows here and around the valley…. Fast forward to 2013. .…That’s the year Lee was crowned Ms. Senior Arizona….. Fast forward one more time 2018, Cheri Seith was recently crowned Ms. Senior Arizona 2018 on March 24th. Cheri won the title because of her elegance, her poise, her philosophy of life, her talent and her ability to speak with clarity and confidence. These are the criteria the judges panel looked for & found in Cheri. In addition to winning the Ms. Senior Arizona title Cheri also won trophies in the Most Elegant, Philosophy

THE

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of Grand

of Life and Talent categories. Looking back these are the same qualities previous judges had seen in Jean and Lee and that’s why we have these three queens in Grand.

Cheri and her husband Howard moved to Sun city Grand in 2005 from Massillon, Ohio with their three rescued Grayhounds. Cheri performed for seven years with the worldrenowned Scottsdale Chorus which won an International gold medal in 2005. You have seen Cheri in lead roles in many Drama Club Productions as well as Music Club Shows, shows at The Cimarron Club and at Theater Works. Cheri’s latest

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venture is writing, producing and performing her own one woman show titled” Over The Rainbow” a tribute to Judy Garland, throughout the valley. As Ms. Senior Arizona Cheri will travel to the National Pageant in Atlantic City N.J. in October, an elegant lady representing ladies sixty and over, ladies who have all reached the age of elegance. This pageant is not a typical beauty pageant, but a pageant to honor the wisdom, grace, strength and inner beauty of women who have reached this stage of life. As present and former Queens Cheri, Lee and Jean entertain around the valley with (501

Lee Lotze

(c)(3) non-profit) Cameo Foundation’s AZ Inspirations and The Ladies of Elegance, raising money to help Victims of Domestic Violence. As they entertain other seniors in assisted living homes, care facilities and Veterans hospitals in company with other former pageant participants and additional valley entertainers they bring music, glitz, glitter, glamor and love to delighted audiences. Cheri and Jean will perform in the Music Club Showcase “Swingin’ and Singin’ with the Big Band” May 11th and 12th at Sonoran. If by now you are wondering why we chose to write this article when there are so many other wonderful people doing wonderful things for others, its because Seniors are like gold, precious, and we think in recognizing these three senior ladies we are also recognizing all of our beautiful ladies whose crown may be something other than a Tiara. Look at all of us, we take care of ourselves and each other physically, mentally and emotionally, traits so well in evidence here in Grand. Congratulations Cheri, we know you will represent Arizona seniors with dignity and style! Check out Ms Senior AZ Pageant if you can.

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We are looking for SCG men and women volunteers to help with Vacation Watch and Evening Patrol. We will supply vehicles and training. Call Monica Rodriguez (CAM) 623-546-7468 or the C.H.A.P.S. office 623-546-7553 and leave a message if you are interested in joining us!

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Written and submitted by: Dennis Hanscom C.H.A.P.S. Member

The following short story is fictitious, but should serve as a reminder to any of us homeowners lucky enough to escape the summer heat. Max and Martha were about to embark on a month long vacation to Colorado. As they had done in years past they went over their checklist. “Let’s get out that vacation form that we picked up over at the Palm Center.” “Okay, Max, make sure we fill in our departure date and return date.” “Yes, dear.” “Now enter our new cell phone number.” “Yes, dear.” “Oops, almost forgot, Max. Make sure you write in our address and lot number so it is very legible. We don’t want the folks from C.H.A.P.S. checking the wrong house.” 30

“Yes, dear.” “Jack and Joan have once again volunteered to be our key holders. Since they live next door that makes it so

convenient. It is so important to enter their cell numbers correctly.” “Yes, dear.” “Okay, Max, now that we have the form filled out let’s drop it off at the Palm Center so it can be processed through C.H.A.P.S. We are so fortunate to live in a community that provides a volunteer group like C.H.A.P.S. It offers so much peace of mind knowing they will be checking on our house.” “The morning that we leave, Max, let’s make the

rounds to make sure all windows are locked and the doors including front and back security doors are locked.” “Yes, dear.” “You know, Martha, I have been thinking that we should go to one of the C.H.A.P.S. meetings to learn more about what they do and see if we might be interested in joining their group. I hear they meet the 4th Tuesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. at the Sonoran Plaza.” “Max, finally…I get to say: yes, dear.”

C.H.A.P.S. meets Tuesdays May 22 and June 26 at 1:30 p.m. in the Sonoran Plaza/Palo Verde Room.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME. MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH C.H.A.P.S.

15 years of Service in the CHAPS program

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MEMORIAL DAY

Golf Advisory Committee Mtg 2:30pm – PC

Covenants Committee Mtg 9am - PC

CARE Mtg 9am - PC

CHAPS General Mtg 1:30pm – SP

Splash Pool Party 11am - CM

Town Hall Turf Reduction Mtg 1pm - SP Les Miserables at the Gammage 5:30pm - SPP

Finance Advisory Mtg 8:30pm – PC

Shopping – Tanger Outlets Glendale 9:30am - SPP

Traffic Safety Town Hall Mtg 9am – SP

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The Humans at the Gammage 5:30pm – SPP

TAD Presents: Ella Fitzgerald 7pm – SP

Conversations w/Ken 6pm – PC – CANCELLED

Town Hall Turf Reduction 10am – SP – RESCHEDULED Lifestyles Advisory Committee Mtg 1pm – PC Queen Creek Olive Mill and Lunch - SPP

Block Watch Mtg 4:30pm SP

Grand Movie Series 1pm - SP

wednesday

Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway and Iron Door - SPP

Chat w/BOD & BOD Workshop 1pm – SP

Monument Valley – SPP

Happy Hour at the Palm Center 3pm - SP

Madera Canyon Scenic Drive and Picnic - SPP

BOD Mtg 1pm – SP

Long Range Planning Mtg 1pm – PC

thursday

Monument Valley – SPP

Cimarron Night Club – The Manhattan Dolls 7pm - CM

Grand Movie Series 1pm - SP

SCG Music Club Showcase – Swingin & Singin with the Big Band 7pm - SP

Cinco De Mayo 1pm - SP

Neighborhood Rep Mtg 8am – SP ARC Committee Mtg 9:30am – PC

friday

Monument Valley – SPP

Cimarron Night Club – The Manhattan Dolls 7pm - CM – SOLD OUT!

Live from Broadway – Phoenix Symphony 5:15pm - SPP

SCG Music Club Showcase – Swingin & Singin with the Big Band 7pm - SP

Grand Cabaret – Best of Broadway 7pm - SP

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monday

CHAPS General Mtg 1:30pm – SP

Silver City, New Mexico – SPP

Golf Advisory Committee Mtg 2:30pm – PC

Covenants Committee Mtg 9am – PC

CARE Mtg 9am – PC

Conversations w/Ken 6pm – PC

Rise and Shine Breakfast 8:30am – SP

Silver City, New Mexico – SPP

Lifestyles Advisory Committee Mtg 1pm – PC

Block Watch Mtg 4:30pm – SP

wednesday

Silver City, New Mexico – SPP

Coconino National Forest & Mormon Lake – SPP

Mary Poppins AZ Broadway Theatre 4:30pm – SPP

tuesday

Chat w/BOD & BOD Workshop 1pm – SP

Lavender Festival at Red Rock Winery – SPP

Splash Pool Party 11am – CM

BOD Mtg 1pm – SP

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park – SPP

Long Range Planning Mtg 1pm – PC

Shopping Arizona Mills 9:15am – SPP

thursday

Diamondbacks vs New York Mets 5pm – SPP Cimarron Nightclub: The Divine Miss M – Sherie Rae Parker 7pm – CM Grand Movie Series 1pm – SP

Grand Movie Series 1pm – SP

ARC Committee Mtg 9:30am – PC

Neighborhood Rep Mtg 8am – SP

friday

36th Annual Prescott Blue Grass Festival – SPP

Cimarron Nightclub: The Divine Miss M – Sherie Rae Parker 7pm – CM

Sunset Crater National Monument – SPP

saturday

TAD Presents: The Ultimate Buddy Holly Experience 7pm – SP

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ADOBE AEROBIC SCHEDULE SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Barre Express

Resumes October

6-6:45 am Sue

7-8 am Michele Z

7-7:50 am Cynthia

Beg. Strength & Balance

7:30-8:30 am Tina (Pavilion)

Interval Maxx

Cardio Interval

8-9 am Jan 8-8:50 am Cynthia 9-10 am Marcy

Adv. Stability Ball*** 10:15-11:15 am Marcy

Amp Fit 10:30-11:30 am at the Amphitheater

Arden

Int. Back, Strength & Flex*** 11:15-12:15 pm Marcy

2-6 pm

8-9 am Michele Z

Barre Express

Resumes October

6-6:45 am Sue

Aqua 7-7:50 am Cynthia

Beg. Strength & Balance 7-7:50 am Maggie

9:15-10:15 AM Georjia

Aqua 10-10:50 am Maggie

Zumba™ 10:15-11:15 am Laurie

Grandettes 12-1 pm

Aqua Core Cardio 8-9 am Jan

Yoga/Pilates* 9-10 am DeAnn

Aqua 7-7:50 am Mitzi

10-11 am Therese

Aqua

8-9 am Michele Z

Amp Fit 10:30-11:30 am at the Amphitheater

11-12 pm DeAnn

Adv. Stability Ball***

Int. Stability

5:45-8:45 pm

4:30-5:30pm Marcy

Zumba

at the Amphitheater

Zumba 9:45-10:45 am Laurie

Grandettes 12-1 pm 1-2 pm 2-3 pm

Grandettes 3-4 pm

10:30-11:30 am Arden

2-3 pm Marcy

Grandettes

Beg. Stability Ball***

Yoga*

Aqua

Ball***

8:30-9:30 am Michele Z

Grandettes

9:30-10:30 am Jerry

1-1:45 pm Maggie

PWR! Moves*

Grandettes

Core & More

Yoga*

Rusty Hinges Land

1-2 pm

4-4:50 pm Sherry

7:15-8:15 am Jeanne

Grandettes

Amp Fit

3-4 pm Marcy

Aqua

Jammin

8-9 am Jan

11:15-12:15 pm Marcy

3-4 pm Marcy

4-5 pm Marcy

Body Blast

10-10:50 am Maggie

12- 1 pm

Adv. Back, Strength, Flex***

8-8:50 am Jeanne

Aqua

Beg. Stability Ball***

3-4 pm Therese

Aqua

9:15-10:15 am Georjia

Grandettes

Chair Yoga*

7-8 am DeAnn

7:15-8:05 am Michele

Rusty Hinges H2O Beg. Back Strength 12-12:45 pm Rusty Hinges H2O & Flex*** Maggie

Beg. Back Strength & Flex*** 12-12:45 pm

4-4:50 pm Maggie

Muscle Works

Interm. Back, 10:30-11:30 am Strength & Flex*** Jerry

Rusty Hinges Land Muscleworks

Aqua

7-7:50 am Jeanne

Cardio Interval

Marcy

2-3 pm Therese

Aqua

7-8 am Michele Z

12-12:45 pm Maggie

PWR! Moves*

Beg. Strength & Balance 6-6:45 am Maggie

Maggie

1-2 pm Renee

SATURDAY

Stretch, Flex

Rusty Hinges H2O 2-3 pm Yoga*

FRIDAY

Resumes October

10:15-11:15 am Marcy

Zumba™

Arden

1-1:45 pm Maggie

THURSDAY

Advanced Pilates*

8-8:50 am Linda

Advanced Pilates*

Stretch & Relax

Dance Club

Qi-Gong/ Body Blade*

7-7:50 am Maggie

8:30-9:15 am Aqua Sherry

7-7:50 am Mitzi

Stretch, Flex

Aqua

Meditation

Aqua

WEDNESDAY

Grandettes 2-3 pm Therese

Chair Yoga* 3-4 pm Therese

12-1 pm 1-2 pm Renee

Grandettes 2-3 pm

4-4:50 pm Maggie

Grandettes

Adv. Back Strength & Flex***

3-4 pm

4-5 pm

Int. Stability Ball*** Marcy 4:30-5:30pm Marcy

Grandettes

Grandettes 5:45-8:45 pm

5:45-8:45 pm

Grandettes 5:45-8:45 pm

# Reserved for Drama Club Practice

* $3.00 Class

*** Special Price

$2.00 Spin & Muscle Works @ $2.00 APRIL 2018

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Strength 50

Indoor Cycling

Fitness Camp

7:30-8:30 am Jeanne

6-6:45 am Arden

5:45-6:45 am Arden

Body Sculpting

H.I.I.T. Camp

7-8 am Patti

7-8 am Arden

Stretch, Flex, Tone

Dance Fitness

Jammin 8:30-9:30 am Jeanne

Deep Water

Tabata 7-8 am Chris

Dance Fitness

8-9 am 9:30-10:30 am Patti Cynthia

Stretch and Tone 9:45-10:45 am Sherry

Deep Water 8:30-9:30 am Jeanne

Dance Fitness

Yoga*

9-10 am Patti

11-12 pm Sherry

Stretch & Relax 10-11 am Maggie

Qi-Gong* 11 am-12 pm Tina

Barre Above 12-1 pm Michele Z

Body Sculpting 7-8 am Patti

Yoga/Pilates* 3-4 pm DeAnn

Cycle & Core Resumes October

4:15-5:15 pm Sue

7-8 am Arden

Jammin

Qi-Gong/ Body Blade* 7:30-8:30 am Tina (Pavilion)

Stretch, Flex, Tone

8-9 am Jeanne

Deep Water 8:30-9:30 am Cynthia

Kickstart

8:15-9:15 am Mitzi

Deep Water

Tai Chi Fitness Intermediate*** Dance Circuit

8:30-9:30 am Patti

9:45-10:45 am Patti

Stretch & Relax Dance Fitness Circuit 9:45-10:45 am Patti

Indoor Cycling 11-11:45 am Arden

Grandettes 12-2 pm

10-11 am Maggie

Tai Chi Beginner*** 11 am-12 pm Nancy

Indoor Cycling 11-11:45 am Arden

1-2 pm Jerry Gilla Room

Tone Zone

Zumba 3-4 pm Jerry

Zumba™

Arden & DeAnn

4-5 pm Jerry

Cycle & Core

10-11 am Maggie

Chair Yoga*

2-3 pm Arden & DeAnn

Resumes October

3-4 pm Debbie

Stretch & Relax

Tone Zone

Gentle Yoga*

4:15-5:15 pm Sue

9-10 am Patti

1-2 pm Therese

2-3 pm

Zumba

Dance Fitness Circuit

12-1 pm Jerry

3-4 pm Jerry

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9:30-10:30 am DeAnn

Pilates*

2-3 pm Tina

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Yoga/Pilates*

Therese

1-2 pm

DeAnn

8:15-9:15 am DeAnn

11 am-12 pm

12-1 pm

Cardio Tone Lite Qi Gong/ Body Blade* 2-3 pm

Yoga*

Cardio MIx

PWR! Moves*

Grandettes

Yoga Basics*** Workshop Grandettes 12-2 pm Claudia

7:15-8:15 am DeAnn

8:30-9:30 am Cynthia

8:30-9:30 am Patti

8:15-9:15 am Mitzi

9:30-10:30 am Nancy (Pavillon)

8-9 am Patti

Total Body Conditioning

Deep Water

9-10 am Jeanne

Cardio Tone Lite 2-3 pm DeAnn

H.I.I.T. Camp

SATURDAY

Cardio Tone Lite 3-4 pm DeAnn

Gentle Yoga* 4-5 pm Jerry

# Reserved for Drama Club Practice

* $3.00 Class

*** Special Price

$2.00 Indoor Cycling & Muscle Works APRIL 2018

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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS EVERY MONDAY • DOMINOES CLUB

DOMINOES CLUB The Sun City Grand Dominoes Club welcomes you to join us every Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Cimarron Center to play Mexican Train. The first meeting is a FREE lesson and if you wish to join the Club the Annual dues are $5. For more information, call the President, Lois Burch at 623-214-9783 EVERY MONDAY • PAPER ARTS AND MEMORIES

PAPER ARTS & MEMORIES A place to create and share your greeting cards, paper crafting, digital crafting, mixed media, scrapbooks & more. We meet each Monday from 8am – 2pm in the Hopi & Pima rooms located in the Chaparral Center. We are back selling our homemade, personally crafted cards from 8am – 1pm on Mondays in the Chaparral Center outside the Hopi Room. Please join us! All are Welcome! Website: www. paperartsandmemories.com. EVERY TUESDAY • MAH JONGG CLUB

MAH JONGG We have sets come and play. There will be ladies to guide the way. Summer’s hot and so are our games, Play Mah Jongg and have fun is our aim!! Tuesday play is from 12:30-4:00pm. Wednesday play is from 5:45pm to 9:30pm. All you need to participate is a CAM card, a current Mah Jongg card and $5.00 in change, must know how to play the game. Nonmembers may play twice before joining. We welcome you to come and play. Lessons are offered at specific times throughout the year. For further information contact Club Officers for 2017. President, Johanna Roccanova at johannaroccanova@ yahoo.com, Vice President, Susan Berk at suz1027@hotmail.com, Secretary, Saran Hirshman at saran424@aol.com Treasurer, Jean Cameron at je36ca@cox. MAH JONGG

PLEASE JOIN US FOR AN AFTERNOON OR EVENING OF MAH JONGG

The Mah Jongg Club plays according to National Mah Jongg League Rules. We generally play in the Hopi Room at the Chaparral Center. Bring with you your current NMJL card, five dollars in change, and your CAM card. We play a five dollar “pie.” If you lose your five dollars, you may continue to play. Who knows - you may win some or all of your money back! In order to join us, you must already know how to play. However, we generally give lessons in April and November. You may play up to two times as a guest before becoming a member. You may arrive or leave at any time during play. After you are East, you move to the next available table This way, you will meet many of the other members and make new mah jongg friends. We play on Tuesdays from 12:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., and on Wednesdays from 5:45 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. You do not have to bring your own mah jongg set. We run tournaments for members several times a year and we have three social events. On January 1st, we have a “pot-luck” lunch. In April, when the new NMJL card comes out, we run a “New Card” luncheon, and in December, we combine a “Holiday Luncheon” with a semi-annual meeting, at which time we elect the officers for the following year. All three events are followed by mah jongg play. If you would like additional information, you may contact any of the officers listed below, or send an email to scgmahjonggclub@gmail.com. Johanna Roccanova,President – 623-293-8223 Susie Berk,Vice President – 623-399-9245 Saran Hirshman, Secretary – 623-214-3179 Jean Cameron, Treasurer – 623-451-28109783 38

PINOCHLE If you play Pinochle we play single deck on Tuesday’s from 5:45pm to 10:00pm. And on Fridays we play Double Deck Pinochle from 5:45pm to 10:00pm in the Hopi Room in the Chaparral Center both are in the Hopi Room. For more information call Bill Miller 623-889-1872. Drop-ins are welcome, RSVP’s are encouraged LAWN BOWLING We welcome all levels and ages to join us for a friendly and relaxing game. Free instruction (and use of club bowls) for beginners. Played on the bowling green at the back of the tennis courts. Currently bowling every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 8:00am. Come and join us, you’ll enjoy it! For more information please contact David Shaw at 623-584-2743. TABLE TENNIS CLUB The Table Tennis Club would like to invite you to come and join with others enjoying the game of ping pong. All skill levels welcome, great exercise. Paddles and balls provided. Tennis type shoes required. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays (Apr-Dec) 9am – Noon, Wednesdays 1pm – 3pm, Thursdays 12:30pm – 3:30pm, Cimarron Center, Mondays (Jan-Mar) 1pm – 4pm and Saturday and Sunday 1pm – 4pm. For more information please contact, Steve Miller at 602-980-2485 Center SOUND & LIGHTING TRAINING AVAILABLE The Drama & Music Clubs have an opportunity to learn new skills and participate in the performances at SCG. We are looking for residents who would like to learn how to operate the sound and lighting systems for various shows. Prior experience or knowledge is not required as we will train anyone who is interested in learning the systems. With the many performances we have, there will be opportunities for more trained technical people. This is a way to learn some new skills that will benefit you as well as the clubs. If you have an interest or would like information, please contact Dennis Muehling at dmuehling@cox. net or 623-748-9980. BOOMERS Grand Boomers is a social club open to all Sun City Grand residents. Our primary goal is to have a great time and to meet other people living in our beautiful and active community. We offer dances, happy hours, ladies’ luncheons, men’s breakfasts, crafts classes, book club, convertible car club activities, and special events like game nights, movie and a slice, Cinco de Mayo fiesta, golf tournaments and much, much more!! Annual Dues are $15 per person. If you are interested in joining a club focused on having fun and meeting new friends, that offers all kinds of events and activities year round, check us out at www.scgboomers.com. We look forward to meeting you! BRIDGE CLUB Join us for bridge, there are games every day except Saturday. All skill levels are welcome, check out the game that best suits your skill level and goals. Visit our website for more detailed information. www. scgbridgeclub.com SOCIAL GAMES CLUB Come and play your favorite game. $1 lifetime dues. Such a bargain!! Bring your friends. Bring your games. Make new friends or bring your “old” friends and just have a grand time at the social games club. Stop by and check us out! Free bridge lessons & tips on Mondays. For more information call Sherry Gelb at 623-975-6899. Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS SCG LADY PUTTERS If you’re just learning to putt or polishing your putting skills, our group is perfect. Our 500 Member Lady Putters’ Chartered Club putts weekly at the Cimarron Putting Green. May-June: 7:30-8am. Contact Phyllis Prosser at: scgprossers@gmail.com9783 GRAND PHOTO CLUB The Grand Photo Club has opened their extensive offering of Photography Classes to any Grand resident with a CAM card. This is an opportunity to attend our classes (based on availability) for $10.00 per class. You can view a list of available classes on our website at https://scgpc.wildapricot.org/Workshop. To enroll in a class, click on the registration button, complete the registration form and follow the instructions to submit your payment using Paypal. MAY 1 • TUESDAY • MUSIC CLUB

COMPOSE YOURSELF SIG – READ AND DISCUSS YOUR WRITTEN STORIES Compose Yourself/Writing Group SIG uses word processors to write their memoirs and stories and share writings with one another at monthly meetings. For more information, please contact Gloria Young, 605-698-4927, CY@grandcomputers.org. FREE | 1pm | Palm Center, Sago Room

MAY 2 • WEDNESDAY • SPORTS MEMORABILA

FORMER GM FOR ST. LOUIS RAMS Wednesday May 2 at 10AM in the Cimarron Club Room the Former GM for the St. Louis Rams, Charlie Armey, comes to talk NFL Football with us and there will be cookies available. FREE | 10am | Cimarron Center

PIANO CONNECTION The Piano Connection is a fun gathering the 1st Tuesday, October to May for pianists and singers of all levels and musical interests to come together in a relaxed setting. It is a comfortable way to get over stage fright, play and sing for others or just come and enjoy the impromptu music. We encourage people to come and play unusual instruments. We have wine and cheese afterwards which is a great chance to meet new musical friends. Please contact Barbara McCormack for more information at 623-374-4533. FREE | 1–3pm | Contact Barbara

MAY 1 • TUESDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

MAY 2 • WEDNESDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

GENERAL MEETING – LEARN ABOUT 3-D PRINTERS AND WATCH ONE IN ACTION Doug Bishop will bring his computer and 3-D printer do demonstrate how it makes objects. He will also share information on what to look for when buying this type printer and general costs. The Grand Computers Club general meeting is open to any resident of Sun City Grand and their guests. For more information, please contact Gloria Young, 605-698-4927, president@grandcomputers.org FREE | 2pm | Cimarron Center, Agua Fria Room

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MAY 4 • FRIDAY • SINGLES

CINCO DE MAYO Don’t miss this annual fiesta at the Pavillion. Your $20 ticket includes Dillon’s Mexican Buffet with chicken fajitas, cheese enchiladas, rice, beans and salsa and sour cream – plus dessert. A cash bar will be available with Margaritas. Dance music by DJ.Jones. Hosted by Barb Anderson (708)256-0669 and Hy Goddard (708) 535-0503. Deadline for Tickets is Monday April 30.

MAY 12 • SATURDAY • SINGLES CLUB

BREAKFAST AT COCO’S Meet up at Coco’s 15955 W Clearview Boulevard for breakfast. 10% off your breakfast!. Hosted by Joe Rayo (623) 544-3120. No need to call for reservations, just show up. 7:30am | Coco’s

MAY 14 • MONDAY • SINGLES CLUB

BIRTHDAY LUNCH Come celebrate May Birthdays – enjoy lunch even if your birthday is not in May at Rio Mirage Restaurant, 12245 W Santa Fe Lane, El Mirage (623) 583-7708. NOTE – this is the restaurant off Grand Avenue. Contact Mary Neuenschwander at (623) 266-2622 by Friday May 11 for reservations.

$20 | 6pm | Lakeside Pavilion (near Angela’s)

1pm | Rio Mirage

MAY 6 • SUNDAY • BOOMERS

MAY 14 • MONDAY • MUSIC CLUB

$10 Members and $15 Non Members | 3pm – 6pm Lakeside Pavilion (near Angela’s)

FREE | 1:30–3:30pm | Cimarron Center

MAY 7 • MONDAY • GRAND HIKERS

BRUNCH AT THE STAR Let’s meet for brunch at the new Starbuck’s at 14369 W Bell. They have a private room reserved for us and offer all kinds of tea, coffee, breads, muffins etc. No need to call…just show up it’s in the new restaurant area with Tokyo Joe’s and Cane’s Chicken. Questions to Karen Ehrlich (315) 303-5505

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION ON MAY 6TH Grab your sombrero and join us for Mexican food, cash bar, activities, music, and lots of laughter and fun!!! This is one of our most popular events, so this is no time for a siesta! Members and non-members, buy your tickets soon so you can join us for this fun fiesta! To purchase your tickets go to www.scgboomers.com and click on the Monthly Special Events tab for May 6th.

MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING Interested hikers are welcome at our monthly general meetings, held first Mondays of the month. Learn more about the club, upcoming hikes and tips for more enjoyment and safety in your hikes. More information at Club President president@scghikers.org, or Hike Director, hikedirector@scghikers.org FREE | 3pm | Cimarron Center, Agua Fria Room

MAY 7 • MONDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

FINANCIAL ED SIG - INCOME INVESTING For more information, please contact Ronald Roover, 623-518-4503. FREE | 8am | Chaparral Center, Apache Room

MAY 9 • WEDNESDAY • SINGLES CLUB

BRADFORD RIDGE LOUNGE SHOW Don’t miss this one!! Enjoy the incredible voice of Kathy Bradford accompanied by the Bradford Ridge Band in a lounge show setting. She will be singing a variety of tunes…everything from jazz, contemporary and oldies to country. There will be delectable hors d’oeuvres and fun for all. Hosted by Gary Christofferson and Judy (JB) Baker (623) 8246689. Cash bar available and tickets for future events sold 6:00 – 6:30. Deadline for $20 tickets is Monday May 7. $20 | 6pm | Cimarron Center

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 Mondays of each month in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information MAY 15 • TUESDAY • SINGLES CLUB

10am | Starbucks

MAY 16 • WEDNESDAY • SINGLES CLUB

NEW MEMBER MEETING Get your questions answered and find out all that the Singles Club has to offer at the Sago Room at the Palm Center Hosted by Marilyn Koelling (623) 536-4976. 10am | Palm Center

MAY 16 • WEDNESDAY • SINGLES CLUB

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. Host for this event is Nancy Dailey (623) 266-7017 6pm | Cimarron Center

MAY 16 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

DINING OUT Join your friends for an evening of dining out at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 14043 W Bell Rd. Surprise Contact Elizabeth Haught at (623) 544-2882 for reservations no later than May 8.

DVD SHOWING – WAVES WATER & CLOUDS By: Birgit O’Connor – 85 min (NEW DVD for the Club) Come join us as we watch Brigit, a very accomplished watercolorist, demonstrate in this DVD, her painting techniques which feature wetlands, marsh grass, wind-blown water, still water, wet sand reflections, clouds (fluffy, soft and atmospheric).

5pm | Carrabba’s Italian Grill

FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

MAY 11 • FRIDAY • SINGLES CLUB

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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS MAY 17 • THURSDAY • SINGLES CLUB

POKER NIGHT Your ticket 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 Rick Haskell (623) 810-5068 and Jan Clark (623)810-2236. Deadline for $10 tickets: Monday May 14. $10 | 6pm | Cimarron Center

MAY 17 • THURSDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

FINANCIAL ED SIG - TECHNICAL ANALYSIS For more information, please contact Stephen Cooper, 623-466-7174, cooperaakre@yahoo.com FREE | 8am | Chaparral Center, Computer Club

MAY 17 • THURSDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

NEW TECHNOLOGY SIG SMALL FORM FACTOR DEVICES A small form factor device is a computer about the size of a wallet. One example of such a device is the Raspberry Pi. The New Technologies SIG mission is to provide the attendees with a forum for the open discussion of technologically advanced ideas and experiences. For more information, please contact Joe Parla, newtech@grandcomputers.org. FREE | 3:30pm | Chaparral Center, Computer Club

MAY 17 • THURSDAY • SCG PHOTO CLUB

PERU & ECUADOR TRAVELOGUE Come along with Phil & Mikey Santens, and a few others that you may or may not recognize, on mostly an OAT adventure to South America. Meander with us through the ruins of Machu Picchu, the Marine wildlife in the Galapagos, the Valley of the Volcanos in Ecuador, and hike with us in the Andes along a tributary of the Ecuadorian Amazon…and much more! FREE | 3:30pm | Chaparral Center, Apache Room

MAY 18 • FRIDAY • SINGLES CLUB

FISH FRY AT COCO’S The best fish and chips in Surprise. It’s right here in Sun City Grand! That’s right – Coco’s. This event is recommended and sponsored by Joe Rayo (623) 544-3120. The price is $10.49 + tax (10% discount). Contact Joe by Wednesday May 16 so he can have a head count. 5:30pm | Coco’s

MAY 21 • MONDAY • GRAND COMPUTERS CLUB

FINANCIAL ED SIG – INCOME INVESTING; INVESTING FOR TOTAL RETURN For more information, please contact Ronald Roover, 623-518-4503, rlroov@yahoo.com FREE | 3:30pm | Chaparral Center, Apache Room

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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS MAY 23 • WEDNESDAY • DEMOCRATIC INTEREST GROUP

MEET DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR ARIZONA’S ATTORNEY GENERAL – JANUARY CONTRERAS, AND SECRETARY OF STATE, MARK ROBERT GORDON We are pleased to offer the opportunity to hear two candidates running for State offices. January Contreras is running for Attorney General, and Mark Robert Gordon is running for Secretary of State against Representative Katie Hobbs in the primary. January Contreras is a fourth-generation Arizonan. Contreras earned her law degree at the University of Arizona in Tucson. She fought against special interests to fend off cuts to health care insurance when she worked as a policy advisor to Governor Napolitano and as Assistant Director at the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). Contreras went to Washington, DC, with Napolitano in 2009 and returned home in 2012. Here Contreras was an Arizona Assistant Attorney General in the Fraud and Public Corruption Section where she prosecuted fraud, waste and abuse in our health care system to protect small businesses and taxpayer money. She brought justice to victims and their families in elder abuse and exploitation crimes. In 2013, Contreras founded the non-profit legal center Arizona Legal Women and Youth Services (ALWAYS) that helps survivors of sex and labor trafficking, vulnerable children and people in abusive homes. Contreras is the proud mother of two teenage sons. As a parent, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of her children is most important. She will work to ensure the same for all children, parents and grandparents every day. Mark Robert Gordon is an Arizona native and life-long resident. His approach to election integrity and voting rights is nonpartisan in nature – simply aiming to ensure the Constitutional and statutory rights of every citizen, regardless of political party, are preserved and protected. Gordon served as elections specialist on the bipartisan Transition Team of the then newly elected Maricopa County Recorder, Adrian Fontes. His national law office, headquartered in D.C., advises governments, candidates, political parties and not-for-profits nationwide about federal issues. He also served as an Election Protection and Voting Rights attorney nationwide of federal constitutional issues and voting rights concerns. Gordon has logged hundreds of pro-bono hours for not-for-profits, arts organizations, and civil rights/anti-discrimination matters. He has enjoyed a long entertainment career as a New York stage-and-screen actor/writer/ director/producer and print model. Gordon attended

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MAY 23 • WEDNESDAY • SINGLES CLUB

MAY 25 • FRIDAY • SINGLES CLUB

PINK AND BLUE BAWL Remember when? A time to honor YOU! Bring your favorite baby (or toddler) picture of yourself. Prizes will be awarded for the cutest photos! Wear your pink and/or blue (optional). Music provided by Pizzazz Trio. The menu includes awesome pot roast with veggies, sriracha ranch chicken breast, sensational au gratin potatoes, lemon herb seasoned vegetable trio, Caesar salad, mini buns with honey butter and turtle cheesecake. Cash bar available. Hosted by Bob Cornfield (925) 998-1813 and Karen Ehrlich (316) 303-5505. Deadline for $20 tickets is Monday, May 21. $20 | 6pm | Cimarron Center

MAY 26 • SATURDAY • SINGLES CLUB

MAY 27 • SUNDAY • GRAND CONECTION

ANNUAL MEMORIAL WEEKEND INDOOR PICNIC Come join the GC for their Annual Memorial Weekend Indoor Picnic. You will enjoy music provided by DJ Dangerous who is always a hit with the SCG Residents. The fun filled evening will include a 50/50 raffle, door prizes and a delicious catered meal. The price is only $35 per person. Cimarron Center, Gila Room, 5pm–9pm, cash bar. For ticket sales please contact Stan Johnson 623-544-7154 or Betty Shelton 623-561-8525. $35 | 5pm–9pm | Cimarron Center, Gila Room

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JUNE 6 • WEDNESDAY • SPORTS MEMORABILA

AUTHOR HOWARD PERETZ Wednesday June 6 at 11am in the Pima Room/Chaparral Author Howard Peretz joins us. He has written two books on the Greatest Sports Finishes and has added more. Howard is a comical guy and has been well received in the past. Hoping you can attend this session. FREE | 11am | Chaparral Center, Pima Room

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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS JUNE 6 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

JULY 9 • MONDAY • MUSIC CLUB

FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

FREE | 1:30–3:30pm | Cimarron Center

BEST WATERCOLOR TIPS By: Tom Lynch – 83 min (NEW DVD for the Club) Our first showing of the summer season has us watching Tom as he shares the “hows” and “whys” of watercolor painting as he breaks down the process into simple, easy to understand steps while learning some of the secrets that make his paintings so spectacular. JUNE 11 • MONDAY • MUSIC CLUB

ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument), then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE | 1:30–3:30pm | Cimarron Center

JUNE 13 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

COLLAGE TECHNIQUES By: Nita Leland – 75 min Come join us as we watch a step by step guide showing an exciting range of collage techniques in order to create an inspiring work of art.

ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument), then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information. JULY 11 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

MASTER OF DIASTER By: Susan Webb – 65 min Back by popular demand, Susan demonstrates 5 ways to rescue your “desperate” watercolors. FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

JULY 18 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

WATERCOLOR AND GOUACHE By: Stephen Quiller – 60 min (NEW DVD to Club) John Stephen as he demonstrates the properties, visual qualities and handling characteristics of watercolor and gouache. FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

JUNE 20 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

CAPTURING LIGHT IN ACRYLICS By: John Hammond – 75 min Experience the cool Art Club environment and view John painting wonderful vibrant painting using acrylics with a wide variety of subject matters.

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JUNE 25 • MONDAY • MUSIC CLUB

ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument), then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE | 1:30–3:30pm | Cimarron Center

JUNE 27 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

COLORED PENCIL WORKSHOP By: Gary Greene – 52 min Come in from the heat and learn how you can experience immediate success creating realistic colored pencil artwork. You’ll learn two main techniques: layering and burnishing. FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS JULY 18 • WEDNESDAY • SPORTS MEMORABILA

TOM WILHELM - THE VOICE OF UCLA BASEBALL Tim Wilhelm, the Voice of UCLA Baseball will do a talk about going from the amateur ranks to the professional ranks of baseball on Wednesday July 18 at 1pm in the Mesquite Room at the Sonoran Plaza.

JULY 25 • WEDNESDAY • ART CLUB

THE ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST MIND By: Joe Diguilio – 108 min Joe takes you through the artistic process of composition and color from the viewpoint of the abstract artist’s mind. FREE | 12:30pm | SCG Art Club Studio II

FREE | 1pm | Sonoran Plaza, Mesquite Room

JULY 23 • MONDAY • MUSIC CLUB

ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENT GROUP If you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, fiddle, conga/ bongo drums, harmonica (any non-amplified, non-horn instrument), then this is the group for you. Come and play, sing and jam in a friendly and no pressure setting. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in the Cimarron Club Room. Please contact David Durham at 623-251-5301 or sonid@msn.com for more information. FREE | 1:30–3:30pm | Cimarron Center

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COMMUNITY SPECIAL EVENTS MAY 2 • WEDNESDAY • GRAND EVENT

JUNE 1 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT

GRAND MOVIE SERIES – WONDER

GRAND MOVIE SERIES – THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

Experience the unique Grand Movie Series inside the comfort of the Sagebrush Ballroom as we feature award winning movies. We bring the movie theatre to you with giant viewing screens, tiered seating and even free popcorn. Grand Café is open for additional movie snacks, soda and even a limited bar. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE, FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. DOORS DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 12:30 p.m. FREE | Movie at 1 p.m. | Sagebrush Ballroom

MAY 4 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT

JUNE 15 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT

CINCO DE MAYO

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live entertainment, music, cash bar and drink specials. Enjoy the beautiful weather, meet your neighbors, and make new friends! FREE | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Vlg Court/ Sonoran Plaza

MAY 18 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT

GRAND MOVIE SERIES – ONLY THE BRAVE

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JUNE 21 • THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT

SPLASH POOL PARTY

Food, music and fun! Come out and enjoy the heat, meet your neighbors, make new friends! FREE | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Cimarron Pool

JULY 6 • FRIDAY • GRAND EVENT

GRAND MOVIE SERIES – MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

MAY 22 • TUESDAY • GRAND EVENT

SPLASH POOL PARTY

Food, music and fun! Come out and enjoy the heat, meet your neighbors, make new friends! FREE | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Cimarron Pool

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JULY 24 • TUESDAY • GRAND EVENT

SPLASH POOL PARTY

Food, music and fun! Come out and enjoy the heat, meet your neighbors, make new friends! FREE | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Cimarron Pool

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TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. TUESDAY 8 A.M. • THURSDAY 8 A.M. • SATURDAYS 10 A.M.

CLIFF CASTLE CASINO EXPRESS Each week the Cliff Castle Casino Express will make a stop here in Sun City Grand. You will find more fun, excitement and the friendliest casino in Arizona. Slots? Definitely, and all the popular ones too! Poker and Blackjack? You bet, in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Price includes $25 in FREE slot play or table match play. Pay the fee upon boarding the bus at the designated pick up location at the Cimarron Center. If you wish to reserve your spot on the bus, please call 888-582-5287. $10/person | Bus Departs From Cimarron Center

MAY 5 • SATURDAY • MUSIC

GRAND CABARET AT SONORAN PLAZA – BEST OF BROADWAY Showtune Productions Presents Best of Broadway-Brand New Show. Regular patrons of the Music Club’s Cimarron Nightclub and Grand Cabaret know that when J R McAlexander brings one of his professionally choreographed productions to the Grand they are in for an evening of pure entertainment usually reserved for much larger venues. Nightclub patrons loved this show last year on the smaller stage and now we’re pleased to bring it back for a bigger extravaganza performance in the Sonoran Ballroom with a live band and new songs and music. Professional singers perform many of the hits from Jersey Boys, as well as the music of Carole King, Disney hits, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein and more. Will sell out quickly! Purchase tickets at scgrandmusicclub.com; grandinfo.com or at the Activities Desk (Open M-F, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.) $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza

MAY 6 • SUNDAY • GRAND TRIP

DIAMONDBACKS VS HOUSTON ASTROS - SOLD OUT $56/person | 11:30 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Bus departs Chase Field at the end of the game

MAY 8 • TUESDAY • GRAND TRIP

TANGER OUTLETS GLENDALE Join us for a day of shopping at the Tanger Outlets in Glendale. Leave the driving to us and purchase the items that inspire you and transport them home on the bus $30/person | 9:30 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza Parking Lot 2 p.m. Bus Departs Tanger Outlets

MAY 9 • WEDNESDAY • FREE SPIRIT

QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL AND LUNCH Travel to the Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona’s only working olive farm and mill, located on 100 acres with 25 of the 100 acres dedicated to the production of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Enjoy a delicious lunch and tour. Also enjoy a tour of the Mesa Gateway Airport *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor.

MAY 10 • THURSDAY • TJ TRAVEL

MADERA CANYON SCENIC DRIVE AND PICNIC Madera Canyon is located on the northwestern face of the Santa Rita Mountains, just 25 miles south of Tucson in the Coronado National Forest. Madera Canyon and Madera Creek traverse four life zones, and many habitats between the desert floor and the mountaintops, making it one of Arizona’s most famous “Sky Islands.” Southeastern Arizona, with Madera Canyon at its heart, is rated the third best birding destination in the United States. With fifteen species of hummingbirds, and over 256 species of birds documented, it is a “required” site for all serious birders. You will not spend time in Madera Canyon without seeing plenty of wildlife! White-tailed and mule deer, rabbits, wild turkeys, and squirrels are regularly observed. Other animals like black bear, coati, foxes, ring-tailed cats, raccoons, bobcats, and mountain lion are more shy and only occasionally seen. Sixteen species of bats have been recorded in the Canyon. Madera Canyon is a perfect destination for a family style picnic—don’t miss it! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $85/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

MAY 11 • FRIDAY • MUSIC MAY 12 • SATURDAY • MUSIC

SCG MUSIC CLUB SHOWCASE SWINGIN & SINGIN’ WITH THE BIG BAND Featuring Sun City Grand Vocalists with AZ SWING KINGS Orchestra. The featured vocalists have been selected from some of the most talented performers in Sun City Grand. The AZ Swing Kings Orchestra is a group of 18 musicians, who are professionally experienced performers of the big band swing/jazz style of music. The Musical Director is Lenny King, former creator and director of the Chicago Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra. The Big Band Era is a term used to describe the time in history when famous band leaders took their groups on the road and made recordings of their best charts. This program will feature the arrangements of many of these famous band singers, such as: Judy Garland, Natalie Cole, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and many others. You don’t want to miss this fantastic evening of musical entertainment! For more information, contact Len King at 623-388-4858.Tickets may be purchased online at: www.scgrandmusicclub.com; or www. grandinfo.com or at the Activities Desk (Open M-F 9 a.m. to 4 pm) $12/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza

$99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

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TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. MAY 15 • TUESDAY • GRAND TRIP

LES MISERABLES AT THE GAMMAGE Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, LES MISÉRABLES, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This new production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes. The New York Times calls this LES MISÉRABLES “an unquestionably spectacular production from start to finish.” The London Times hails the new show “a five star hit, astonishingly powerful.” $95/person | 5:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza Lot

MAY 17 • THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT

HAPPY HOUR AT THE PALM CENTER Are you up for Happy Hour? Please join us as we relax, have some fun and enjoy some great company. Light music, cash bar and food will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you all there! Ticket required prior to event. No tickets sold at door. $3/person | 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Palm Center Lobby and Patio

MAY 18 • FRIDAY • MUSIC MAY 19 • SATURDAY • MUSIC - SOLD OUT

CIMARRON NIGHTCLUB - THE MANHATTAN DOLLS

Back by popular demand, the Dolls return to our Cimarron Nightclub stage with a new show. This performance takes us back to the early days of Rock & Roll. Dressed in 50’s style, they harmonize through both those timeless hits by the popular girl groups and the singles we loved to dance to. The Manhattan Dolls originated in New York City in 2009 and are a harmonizing female vocal trio who perform all over the world. If you ‘remember when’ then this is the show for you. Tickets may be purchased online at grandinfo.com; scgrandmusicclub. com or at the Activities Desk (open M-F; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Club

MAY 19 • SATURDAY • GRAND TRIP

LIVE FROM BROADWAY - PHOENIX SYMPHONY Take a stroll through Times Square as star vocalists join The Phoenix Symphony for hits from the Broadway of today and the timeless classics of yesterday. Experience the showstoppers from Broadway sensation Hamilton as well as Wicked, Mamma Mia, Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Chicago, Rock of Ages, School of Rock, Kinky Boots, Finding Neverland, Miss Saigon, Moulin Rouge and CATS live with The Phoenix Symphony. $80/person | 5:15 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza Lot

MAY 20 • SUNDAY • TJ TRAVEL

JEROME HISTORIC HOME AND BUILDING TOUR The Jerome Chamber of Commerce is putting the finishing touches on the 53rd Annual Jerome Historic Home & Building Tour. This is the longest running home tour in the state of Arizona, and will feature several remarkable homes, along with some public buildings. Located atop Cleopatra Hill, between Sedona and Prescott, Jerome, Arizona was once known as “The Wickedest Town in the West.” Saloons and brothels lined the streets of this mining town that produced over a billion dollars in gold, copper, silver and zinc over the course of 70 years. In 1953, when the mines played out, Jerome became a ghost town and the population dwindled down to about 50 residents. The 1960’s & 70’s brought new life to this decaying ghost town, with an Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

influx of artists and hippies. Today, many of the old buildings from the 1890’s are still standing, restored and repurposed by an eclectic mix of artists and craftsmen, making for the most fascinating of home tours! We always look forward to this opportunity to explore these historic gems. Docents and some of the home owners will be available to answer questions and share the history of the homes. We’ll arrive in town early, with our pre-ordered tickets in hand, and start the day with lunch on self, at the restaurant of your choice, and Jerome is home to many great restaurants. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

MAY 23 • WEDNESDAY • GRAND EVENT

TAD PRESENTS: ELLA FITZGERALD Singing sensation Crystal Stark takes the stage in an evening devoted to celebrating American legend Ella Fitzgerald. Joined by master Khris Dodge and special musical guests, Crystal will scat, swing, and serenade you with hits such as “Bewitched,” A Tisket, A Tasket,” and “Blue Skies.” It’s an evening you won’t want to miss! $20/person Front of House | $17/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance Sonoran Plaza

MAY 24 - 26 • THURSDAY - SATURDAY • TJ TRAVEL

MONUMENT VALLEY Day One: We’ll leave the Valley with a stop for coffee and goodies on our way to enjoy lunch on self at Cameron Trading Post. A haven for travelers since 1916, this trading post boasts an expansive dining room, with a huge stone fireplace and tall picture windows, offering a view of the Little Colorado River Gorge. We’ll enjoy the ambience, along with an incredible menu that runs from burgers to salads, and includes local favorites, such as Navajo tacos and stews. After lunch it’s back on the bus, as we head for Kayenta, Arizona, where we’ll check into the Hampton Inn—our headquarters for the next two nights. After a refresh, we’ll head over to Amigo Café for dinner on self. A favorite with the locals, Amigo Café offers an extensive menu of traditional Mexican dishes along with several American favorites. Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel. After breakfast we’ll be back on the bus headed for Monument Valley. We’ll do a little free-wheeling tour of this breathtaking region, spend some time at the fascinating visitor center, and enjoy a brown bag lunch, packed with goodies. After lunch we’ll pile into jeeps to begin a 2.5 hour guided tour. We’ll travel more than 30 miles of secluded back-country to discover the restricted areas of Monument Valley—a sacred homeland to the Navajo, who are the Keepers of Monument Valley. We’ll learn about the history of the Anasazis, early Native American peoples, famously known for their petroglyphs, pictographs and their spectacular cliff dwellings. We’ll visit all of the famous monoliths of Monument Valley—The Mittens, John Ford’s Point, Three Sisters, North Window, Totem Pole, Yei Bi Cheis and Artist’s Point. These are the real life backdrops for Hollywood 49

TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. Westerns such as Stagecoach, The Searchers, How the West was Won, and so many more! Plenty of water will be provided, but be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and sun screen, and dress in layers. Afterwards we’ll head back to Kayenta to enjoy a free evening. Day Three: After breakfast at the hotel, included, it’s bags out and we’re back on the bus. We’ll head for charming downtown Flagstaff, where we’ll enjoy lunch on self, with many wonderful restaurants to choose from. After lunch we’ll take some time to explore the streets of Flagstaff before heading back to the Valley. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are nonambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $585 dbl occ | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

MAY 30 • WEDNESDAY • GRAND TRIP

THE HUMANS AT THE GAMMAGE Stephen Karam’s THE HUMANS, is an uproarious, hopeful, and heart-breaking play that takes place over the course of a family dinner on Thanksgiving. Breaking with tradition, Erik Blake has brought his Pennsylvania family to celebrate and give thanks at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside the ramshackle pre-war duplex, and eerie things start to go bump in the night, the Blake clan’s deepest fears and greatest follies are laid bare. Our modern age of anxiety is keenly observed, with humor and compassion, in this new American classic that won the 2016 Tony Award® for Best Play. $82/person | 5:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza Lot

MAY 31 • THURSDAY • TJ TRAVEL

MOUNT LEMON SCENIC BYWAY & THE IRON DOOR The Sky Island Scenic Byway—Mount Lemmon Highway to the town of Summerhaven, Arizona—is a classic tour that can be enjoyed all summer long. This breathtaking 25 mile paved road takes us along one of Arizona’s most scenic byways, and winds us up a trail that ascends 9,157 feet through the rugged Santa Catalina Mountains, into a much cooler climate! Along the way there are many pull-off points for photo opportunities, or just to enjoy the magnificent landscape. At the top of Mount Lemmon sits the tiny town of Summerhaven— appropriately named for the number of summer homes you’ll find there. Summerhaven is also home to the Iron Door Restaurant, where we’ll stop for lunch on self. Famous for their chili, burgers and homemade pies, the Iron Door menu offers something for everyone. Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy a 30 degree drop in temperature, great scenery and a fabulous lunch. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $75/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JUNE 5 • TUESDAY • GRAND TRIP

MARY POPPINS - AZ BROADWAY THEATRE ABT’s 100th Mainstage Production – Mary Poppins flies onto the ABT stage in the summer of 2018! Magically appearing just when she’s needed most, Mary leads the Banks household on zany adventures with chimney sweeps, shopkeepers and an assortment of astonishing characters. With infectious music by Disney’s legendary Sherman brothers (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and The Aristocrats), “Anything Can Happen” in the world of Mary Poppins. Get ready for something “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!” $98/person | 4:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Dinner 5:30 p.m. | Performance 7:30 p.m.

JUNE 7 • THURSDAY • GRAND TRIP

SHOPPING - ARIZONA MILLS Join us for a day of shopping at the Arizona Mills in Tempe. Leave the driving to us and purchase the items that inspire you and transport them home on the bus $30/person | 9:15 a.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Plaza Parking Lot 2 p.m. Bus Departs Arizona Mills

JUNE 9 • SATURDAY • TJ TRAVEL

SUNSET CRATER NATIONAL MONUMENT We’re heading into Arizona’s high country, north of Flagstaff, to explore Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument. Roughly 900 years ago the eruption of this volcano reshaped the surrounding landscape, forever changing the lives of people, plants and animals. Walk the easy trail through the lava flow and cinders, and you’ll discover colorful, ruggedly dramatic geological features coexisting with twisted Ponderosa pines and an amazing array of wildlife. We’ll also enjoy a delicious brown bag lunch, included, and a driving tour of this otherworldly region that includes a stop at Wupatki National Monument. Established as a National Monument by President Coolidge in 1924, Wupatki is the site of multiple Anasazi dwellings, first inhabited around 500 A.D.. Wupatki is no longer physically occupied, but Hopi people believe that the earliest residents of Wupatki remain as spiritual guardians. This is going to be a fantastic day! $85/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JUNE 11 • MONDAY • GRAND EVENT

TAD PRESENTS: THE ULTIMATE BUDDY HOLLY EXPERIENCE-THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED Get your saddle shoes and pompadours ready because you are in for an incredible night of Rock n’ Roll! This is NOT your typical Buddy Holly tribute! Not only will you be twirling down memory lane to the unforgettable sounds of Buddy, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper… you’ll be taken to a world of legends with hits by Bill Haley, The Beach Boys, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis, The Beatles and more! You’ve never heard the legends of Rock n’ Roll quite like this! With our guys (and gals) jumping up on instruments, soloing behind their heads, and powerful new renditions of these classic hit songs, this national act will have you dancing along side them them from coast to coast! $20/person Front of House | $17/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance Sonoran Plaza

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TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. JUNE 12 • TUESDAY • TJ TRAVEL

COCONINO NATIONAL FOREST & MORMAN LAKE STEAKHOUSE Sit back and enjoy the ride! We’re heading into the 850,000 acres of National Forest land that surround the Flagstaff area; rolling highlands of Ponderosa pine forest and pinion/juniper woodlands. We’ll also explore broad prairies and the little lakes of the Flagstaff region. This is where we’ll find Mormon Lake— Arizona’s largest natural lake. Sometimes larger than other times, Mormon Lake is occasionally even dry! This area is known for its wildlife: elk, bald eagles and pronghorn antelope. It is also known for its great little restaurant the Mormon Lake Steakhouse & Saloon. This is one of the last operating open-pit steakhouses in Arizona, where the price is right and the food is great. After lunch, on self, we’ll enjoy a driving tour of this beautiful region, making for a really relaxing day away from the heat of the Valley. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are nonambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $75/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JUNE 14 • THURSDAY • TJ TRAVEL

RIORDAN MANSION STATE HISTORIC PARK The duplex style Riordan Mansion remains one of the finest examples of American Arts and Crafts-style architecture open to the public today. Designed by the architect of the impressive El Tovar Hotel at the Grand Canyon, Charles Whittlesey, the homes were built in 1904 with indoor plumbing, hot and cold running water, central heat, and electric lights, reflecting the most modern technology and design of the time. The Riordan brothers moved to Flagstaff in the 1880’s as managers and then owners of the largest employer, the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company. At the heart of the Flagstaff community for over 50 years, their efforts advocating for progressive improvements included educational facilities such as Northern Arizona University and the creation of Coconino County with Flagstaff as its county seat. They also recruited scientific institutions, such as Lowell Observatory, and the Fort Valley Experimental Forest Station that continues to benefit Flagstaff residents today. Seen by guided tour only, the interiors of the Riordan family homes look essentially as they did in 1904. We’ll enjoy a guided tour of this Arizona treasure after a delicious lunch on self at the restaurant of your choice in beautiful downtown Flagstaff. This is always a wonderful summer tour, and a great opportunity to escape the heat of the Valley. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $90/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

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JUNE 15 • FRIDAY • GRAND TRIP DIAMONDBACKS VS NEW YORK METS Join us on our trip to the Chase Field and watch, the D ‘backs take on the New York Mets. Seats are located in the baseline box section 113. $56/person | 5 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Bus departs Chase Field at the end of the game

JUNE 15 • FRIDAY • MUSIC JUNE 16 • SATURDAY • MUSIC

CIMARRON NIGHTCLUB: THE DIVINE MISS M - SHERIE RAE PARKER Sherie Rae is one of the most popular Tribute Artists in Las Vegas, performing in the Legends Series for many years. She has entertained all over the world always to rave reviews. Simply put, Sherie Rae is Bette Midler when she takes the stage. A rare opportunity to see this fabulous show in the intimate setting of the Music Club’s Cimarron Nightclub. Tickets may be purchased online at scgrandmusicclub.com or grandinfo.com. Also available at the Activities Desk at Sonoran (open M-F; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Nightclub

JUNE 18–20 • MONDAY–WEDNESDAY • TJ TRAVEL

SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO Silver City sits in the southwest corner of New Mexico, just across the Arizona border. This boyhood town of Billy the Kid is rich with Old West Heritage, incredible scenery and a vibrant arts community. Day One: We leave the Valley with a stop for coffee and goodies, on our way to enjoy lunch on self, in Duncan, Arizona, the last stop before the New Mexico border. After lunch it’s back on the bus and we’re headed for Silver City! We’ll check into our hotel and after a refresh, we’ll head into the historic downtown region, home to more than a dozen great restaurants, plenty of murals and thirty-plus art galleries. It’s a well-known fact that Silver City is home to some of the nation’s most accomplished chefs, and we’ll head out for a fantastic dinner on self and a free evening, in a town that is famously fun! Day Two: We’ll enjoy breakfast, included, at the hotel, and then it’s back on the bus to drive the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway. We’ll travel through the beautiful Mimbres Valley, into San Lorenzo, a quiet village and home to the historic San Lorenzo church, said to be the site of an actual miracle. Further into the Mimbres Valley, we’ll take the cut-off to Bear Canyon Lake, a beautiful site for our picnic lunch, included. After lunch, we’ll continue past lush green fields and grazing horses, with plenty of scenic stops along the way to enjoy the butterflies, 337 different species of birds, and abundant wild flowers. We’ll stop at Lake Roberts, where it is very common to find whole herds of deer grazing along the road. From here we’ll head for the old mining community of Pinos Altos, where gold was discovered in 1860 and many of the buildings from that era are still standing. Continuing on the Trail of the Mountain Spirits, we’ll stop at an overlook to explore a panoramic view of the Chino mine, one of the largest open pit copper mines in the world. From here we’ll head back into Silver City for a refresh at our hotel, we’ll gather for our own Happy Hour, and then dinner on self at one of the great restaurants in downtown Silver City. After dinner we’ll enjoy a free evening. Day three: We’ll enjoy breakfast, included at the hotel and then its bags out and we are on our way to the Catwalk, a National Recreation trail along the canyon of Whitewater Creek. The Catwalk follows the path of the pipeline built in the 1890’s to deliver 51

TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. water to the mining town of Graham. Workmen had to enter the canyon by crawling atop the narrow pipeline named the “Catwalk.” In the 1930’s the Civilian Conservation Corps rebuilt the Catwalk as a recreation area for the Gila National Forest. Metal walkways are bolted to the narrow canyon walls where there was no room to cut a trail, creating an easy walkway, and offering a dramatic view of the swiftly running Whitewater Creek, and the canyon once used as a hideout for both Geronimo and Butch Cassidy. Later it’s back on the bus, and we’re headed for home with all kinds of great stops along the way! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $429/dbl occ | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JUNE 19 • TUESDAY • GRAND EVENT

RISE AND SHINE BREAKFAST Price includes music, fresh omelettes prepared on site to your taste with the following ingredients, diced ham, sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, shredded jack cheese, diced red and green peppers, bacon and sausage. Also includes home fried potatoes, fresh fruit, assorted breakfast sweets, coffee, and juice. Ticket purchase required prior to event. Must show ticket for breakfast. $10/person | 8:30 a.m – 10:30 a.m. | Sagebrush Ballroom .

JUNE 23 • SATURDAY • TJ TRAVEL

36TH ANNUAL PRESCOTT BLUE GRASS FESTIVAL Whether you are a bluegrass lover, or new to the genre, the Prescott Bluegrass Festival should not be missed! Prescott’s elm-shaded courthouse plaza is the perfect venue for this incredible show. What started in the 1980’s as a fiddle contest dedicated to the local fiddlers, has grown into one of the most prestigious Bluegrass Festival’s in the nation. The Prescott Bluegrass Festival offers their audiences quality entertainment with a line-up of performances running from traditional and contemporary; and bands that are national, regional and local. We’ll arrive early and make a little nest of our lawn chairs. Settle in for the show, or venture out to explore Prescott’s historic Whiskey Row. Lunch is on self, with a number of great restaurants to choose from. *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $75/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JUNE 28 • THURSDAY • FREE SPIRIT

LAVENDER FESTIVAL AT RED ROCK WINERY In Arizona’s arid climate, there’s one little purple blossom that adds a pop of brightness to the dusty red soil: lavender. The growers at Red Rock Lavender cultivate fields of the flowers at high altitudes, and once a year, they like to celebrate this at the Red Rock Lavender Festival which includes lavender cooking demonstrations, grower discussions, and Topic of the Day panels. *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JULY 2 • MONDAY • GRAND TRIP

DIAMONDBACKS VS ST LOUIS CARDINALS Join us on our trip to the Chase Field and watch, the D ‘backs take on the St. Louis Cardinals. Seats are located in the baseline box section 113. $56/person | 5 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Bus departs Chase Field at the end of the game

JULY 4–5 • WEDNESDAY–THURSDAY • TJ TRAVEL

51ST ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION IN SIERRA VISTA Day One: Sierra Vista’s rich military history and legendary patriotism, combined with breathtaking mountain views in all directions and a mild climate year-round, make it the premier destination for an Independence Day Celebration! We’ll head south; with a stop in rowdy Tombstone for a 4th of July lunch on self. Back on the bus, we’ll enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling grasslands of Southern Arizona, as we make our way to Sierra Vista. We’ll check into our hotel, and after a refresh, we’ll gather for our own Happy Hour, and then head out to The Texas Roadhouse for dinner on self. Pack your lawn chairs. We’re setting up camp at Veteran’s Memorial Park, where we’ll enjoy an award winning fireworks display. Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel. Then it’s bags out and we’re back on the road headed for Ramsey Canyon. Nearly tropical, with a spring-fed stream, northeast orientation, and high canyon walls, Ramsey Canyon offers a moist, cool environment unusual in the desert southwest. We’ll take some time to enjoy this variety of plant and animal life; water loving plants just a few feet from desert cacti. Later we’ll head back into Sierra Vista for lunch on self, at the restaurant of your choice. After lunch it’s back on the bus, and we’ll high-tail it for home, enjoying some great stops and incredible scenery along the way. Don’t miss out on this fun holiday tour! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $249/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

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TICKETED EVENTS Tickets available online at www.grandinfo.com or at the Activities desk unless noted otherwise. JULY 6 • FRIDAY • TJ TRAVEL

ARIZONA SNOWBOWL’S SCENIC SKYRIDE We’re heading into the Flagstaff area to take the Summer Scenic Skyride to the top of Arizona! Long after the skiers have abandoned the slopes, Arizona Snowbowl reopens its main ski lift offering Skyrides to top of Agassiz Peak. At 11,500 feet, on a clear day, you can see the Grand Canyon’s North Rim—over 80 miles away. The scenery is just amazing, offering views of Kendrick Peak, Wild Bill Hill and Wing Mountain—some of Arizona’s most prominent landmarks. This chairlift ride offers great opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. Once at the top a Forest Service specialist will answer questions regarding the biology, geology and history of the region. We’ll also enjoy lunch on self at Arizona Snowbowl’s Agassiz Restaurant; offering a rustic atmosphere, additional outdoor seating, live music, a full bar, and a menu that runs from sandwiches and burgers to homemade soups and fresh salads. This is a great tour! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $85/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JULY 7 • SATURDAY • MUSIC

GRAND CABARET AT SONORAN PLAZA: DAN REED, BOBBY VAN ROOY & THE CC RYDER EXPRESS BAND Bobby Van Rooy and the CC Ryder Express Band are popular performers at Barleens and other large venues throughout the state. Adding Dan Reed on trumpet is just icing on this musical cake. Bobby also plays the saxophone and flute and performed with Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers for several years after Bobby Hatfield’s death. That’s why his rendition of Unchained Melody stays true to the original version. This is another feel-good show that reminds us why we loved those classic songs that hit the charts from the 50s on up through the 80s. With its cabaret-style table seating and giant screens, patrons have that up close and personal connection to the performers. Great opportunity to visit with friends before the show or make new ones! Purchase tickets at: www.scgrandmusicclub.com; grandinfo.com or at the Activities Desk (open M-F 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.) $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Sonoran Plaza

JULY 9 • MONDAY • FREE SPIRIT

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM AND LUNCH The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) displays more than 6,000 instruments collected from around 200 of the world’s countries and territories. Most displays are enhanced by state-of-the-art audio and video technologies that allow guests to see the instruments, hear their sounds, and observe them being played in their original contexts. Lunch is included in Carefree. *This trip is offered in conjunction with Free Spirit Vacations and Events and may be combined with other communities. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $99/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

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JULY 10 • TUESDAY • GRAND EVENT

TAD PRESENTS: THE GARTH GUY A third-generation country musician/singer/songwriter, Dean Simmons began his career as a tribute artist in 1994. Star of AXS TV’s World’s Greatest Tribute Bands and the world famous Legends in Concert, Dean presents a respectful and incredibly accurate tribute to country music icon GARTH BROOKS. $20/person Front of House | $17/person Back of House 6:30 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance Sonoran Plaza

JULY 11 • WEDNESDAY • TJ TRAVEL

SOUTH RIM OF THE GRAND CANYON The Grand Canyon is one of the most remarkable natural wonders in the world, visited by millions of tourists annually. There are two public areas of Grand Canyon National Park, the North and South Rims, with the South Rim being the most accessible and visited, also offering the deepest and widest views of the Grand Canyon. Just a hop-skip-and-a-jump away, we’ll arrive at the South Rim with plenty of time to enjoy an early lunch at the restaurant of your choice. The South Rim offers many restaurant options—from fine dining at El Tovar, to the Maswik Food Court—you decide. After lunch we’ll jump on the South Rim shuttle bus to explore the most spectacular scenic views and other points of interest— many accessible only by shuttle. This is a remarkable one-day tour! We’ll leave the Valley with a stop for coffee and goodies, along with a few pit-stops on our way to the Grand Canyon. Plan to leave a little earlier and arrive home a little later—just don’t miss out on the fun! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $90/person | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JULY 18 • WEDNESDAY • GRAND TRIP

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN - AZ BROADWAY THEATRE An Arizona regional premiere! Based on the hit Steven Spielberg film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, Catch Me If You Can is a high-flying musical comedy that tells the true story of con man Frank Abagnale, Jr. – a brazen young man who fools some of the best security in the world. This delightfully entertaining show is packed full of 1960s Pan Am glamour with a book by Tony Award-winning American playwright Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime). Catch Me If You Can will have you examining the doctor’s license on the wall a little more closely! Price includes a fresh bread basket, standard starter and entree, coffee/tea (hot or cold), basic gratuity, and Broadway production. Cocktails, appetizers, meal upgrades, desserts, etc. are NOT included, but are available to purchase at an additional cost with your server. Please tip accordingly. $88/person | 4:30 p.m. Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area Dinner 5:30 p.m. | Performance 7:30 p.m.

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CIMARRON NIGHTCLUB: LIZA & JUDY TOGETHER AGAIN ON STAGE Starring Suzanne Goulet & Denise Rose! Coming to us directly from Las Vegas, Suzanne and Denise have been performing this show as part of the Legends in Concert Series for the past ten years. It’s an award-winning performance that thrills audiences who loved the talent and vibrancy of the famous mother and daughter. Now we have brought it to our own Cimarron Nightclub where patrons know they’ll be up close and personal with the performers. Suzanne and Denise simply channel Liza Minnelli and Judy Garland in this high energy show that features musical highlights from their movies and concerts. Tickets may be purchased online at scgrandmusicclub.com or grandinfo.com. Also available at the Activities Desk at Sonoran (open M-F; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) $20/person | 6 p.m. Cash Bar; 7 p.m. Performance | Cimarron Nightclub

JULY 23–26 • MONDAY–THURSDAY • TJ TRAVEL

SAN DIEGO Day One: We’ll leave the Valley, with a stop for coffee & goodies, on our way to enjoy lunch on self in Yuma, Arizona. After lunch we’ll sightsee our way to Alpine, California—just 40 miles outside of San Diego. Alpine is home to the beautiful Viejas Casino Resort, our headquarters for the next three nights. This luxurious hotel offers a spacious pool and lounge area, two state-of-the-art fitness centers, and several fabulous restaurants. We’ll be offered for the first two nights: $25 in gambling bucks and a $10 coupon towards any of the restaurants at Viejas Casino Resort. We’ll check into our hotel and after a refresh, we’ll gather at the award winning and newly expanded Viejas Buffet, for a meal that includes selections such as mustard crusted prime rib, a delicious snow crab & seafood station, Mexican food action station, the most amazing dessert spread, beer, wine, champagne, and so much more! Dinner’s included and later we’ll enjoy a free evening. Day Two: Breakfast is on self at the hotel, and here’s your chance to cash in your $10 towards any of the Viejas food outlets. After breakfast it’s back on the bus and we’re headed for Point Loma, a peninsula made up of five distinctly different districts—running from the multi-million dollar mansions up on The Point, to the seedy Midway—famous for the city’s largest weekend swap meet. We’ll visit Cabrillo National Monument, home to the Point Loma Lighthouse, for the most heart stopping views of the bay and a glimpse of San Diego’s nautical history. We’ll join the locals in some tide pooling—exploring the shallow tide pools, where low tide reveals the underwater reef, exposing the most fascinating of sea creatures, crabs and colorful anemones. We’ll also explore Harbor Island, offering the most panoramic shoreline views, and Shelter Island—home to marinas, resort hotels, restaurants and lovely parks. From here we’ll head to Old Town, a state protected historic neighborhood which includes many buildings from the period of 1820-1870. Known as the birthplace of San Diego, Old Town is home to charming shops & galleries, great little restaurants and historical sites, including the Whaley House, which tops America’s Most Haunted List. We’ll enjoy lunch, on self, in Old Town before hopping aboard one of the Old Town Trolleys; an amazing way to experience San Diego’s most exciting attractions. We’ll do the loop together past Hotel del Coronado, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, the Whaley House, Star of India and so much more! Early 54

evening we’ll return to our hotel, and after a refresh we’ll enjoy the award winning Vieja’s Buffet, included, and a free evening. Day Three: Breakfast is on self at the hotel, and we’ll again have $10 towards Viejas food outlets. After breakfast we’ll jump back on the bus to head out to explore historic Highway 101. Once the principal north/south route in California, with the construction of Interstate 5 in the 1960’s, most of Highway 101 was bypassed and barely affected by California’s explosive growth. Nowadays historic Highway 101 gives us a look back at California in its early days, and the entire 935-mile route has been given historic designation by the state of California. We’ll journey north on Highway 101, stopping to explore Del Mar, the destination of choice for movie stars and horse racing fans; offering beautiful beaches and a charming downtown. We’ll continue our journey north to Solano Beach, a small coastal community known for its unique shops and galleries. Public art is a passion in Solano Beach and we’ll enjoy the murals and architecture. From here we’ll make our way to Encinitas, known as the surf and flower capital of the world; then on to Carlsbad, home to beautiful sandy beaches and three really unique lagoons. Our next stop is Oceanside, where we’ll visit the Oceanside Pier, the longest over-the-water pier on the West Coast. We’ll enjoy a 360-degree view of the Pacific Ocean and coastline to the north and south. We’ll also enjoy a little lunch on self at the Oceanside Pier, before making our way to La Jolla, known as “the jewel” of San Diego. Surrounded on three sides by the sea and backed by the slopes of Mt. Soledad, La Jolla’s gorgeous coastline is one of the most popular destinations in California. Later we’ll travel back to our hotel, and after a refresh, we’ll gather again for the fabulous buffet dinner, include, and a free evening. Day Four: Breakfast is on self at the hotel, and after breakfast it’s bags out and we’re headed for home. We’ll enjoy plenty of great sightseeing stops and lunch on self along the way. Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy San Diego County in the month of July, at this unbelievable price! *This trip is offered in conjunction with TJ Travels. This outside contractor does not currently have any vehicles which can accommodate persons who are non-ambulatory. This destination is not recommended for non-ambulatory individuals as they do not provide assistive devices or pathways. This destination may require walking over unpaved surfaces, inclines, and significant distances. Times and pick-up locations subject to change per tour vendor. $769/dbl occ | Bus Departs Sonoran Parking Area

JULY 26 • THURSDAY • GRAND EVENT

JIMMY BUFFET: CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE PALM CENTER EVENT You will enjoy live music, dinner with all the fixings and dessert. Also included is a complimentary themed specialty drink. A cash bar and other drinking options will be provided. Don’t forget to visit the photo booth with all of our fun props for your take home photo souvenir. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery and celebrate with us. This is a great way to meet some new friends. $27/person | 6 p.m. | Palm Center

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GRAND LEARNING Information and Registration at 623-546-7470 or grandlearning.org SUMMER CLASS DETAILS See grandlearning.org or stop by the Chaparral Center or at the Activities Desk in Sonoran to pick up a flyer for details about our summer classes. Some upcoming new classes of note include: n Sound and Image – Steve and Jeanna’s foray into the history of music in film. Starting on June 13, there will be 12 weeks of entertainment on Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 to 3:00 pm. n Lou-ellen Finter has some ideas about places in Arizona that you can visit that may be a little cooler than life here in the Valley of the Sun. Called Travel: Warm But Not Quite So Hot, it meets twice, May 29 and June 5. Get some day trip ideas! n Joey Ritzke is continuing to tackle ideas about the economy with two new classes…one about Inflation (is there anything good about it?) and one about Universal Basic Income. Should everyone have a minimum income level and, if so, who is going to pay for it? This one meets on May 9th, so don’t wait to register! The office will be open two days a week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9 to 1 until July 15. The office will be closed from July 15 to August 15. You can reach us at 623-546-7470 or by email at grandlearning@scgcam.com. SPRING TRIVIA CONTINUES Our Grand Learning Trivia from our Spring 2018 classes continues: Guitar Q: On Martin Guitars in the "D" series - such as D-18, D28, D-35 - what does the "D" stand for? Q: The distance between the guitar strings and the fingerboard is called what? Q: The clamp used to temporarily shorten the strings on a guitar is called a _________________. Making Tea Q: What should you NOT do when making tea? Indians of Arizona Q: When and where was the first American Revolution? Q: What unexpected treasure, more valuable than gold, did the Spanish discover in the new world? Human Genome Q: What is the function of CRISPR? Q: What is the name of the molecule(s) that makes up the DNA molecule?

ANSWERS FROM LAST MONTH’ TRIVIA QUESTIONS: Most Beautiful Places A: The two famous cliffs in Yosemite National Park are Half-Dome and El Capitan.

Alzheimer’s A: Everyone with a brain is at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. A: The family that carries a dominant gene mutation that results in a significant number of the family members being afflicted with early onset Alzheimer’s disease reside in Colombia. Read more in the Arizona Republic series. Our World A: The Silk Road (OBOR – One Belt One Road) is the name of China’s initiative for enhancing global supply chains, primarily through infrastructure projects throughout the developing and parts of the developed world. A: China has spent $300 billion on the Silk Road (Belt-Road) initiative and plans to spend a trillion more. Doo-Wop A: Young Neil Sedaka played the chimes in the song "Church Bells May Ring" by the Willows in 1956. A: The song, "My Prayer" was written in 1926. Words were added in 1939. The Platters had a smash hit with the song in 1956. The Ink Spots had a big hit in 1939. Hedonism and Hefner A: The first Playboy Magazine was published in December 1953 and Marilyn Monroe was on the cover!

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ASK CAPPIE THE COMPUTER CAT

Computer

VOCABULARY

Dear Cappie, My computer geek friends say I am constantly using the terms server, website, web browser, and search engine incorrectly— frankly, I don’t see that there is any difference. Help! Joe

(a Google product), Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Chromium, Vivaldi or Maxthon. What all these browsers do is retrieve and display web pages (the differences in these browsers is another topic).

Dear Joe, You seem to be able to find what you want on your computer, so don’t stress about not knowing the correct terms. However, as technology use grows, it is sometimes handy to understand its vocabulary. Your computer needs an operating system (Microsoft, Apple OS, etc.) to make the computer work. Just as each operating system has its own versions of word processing and spreadsheets apps, each operating system also has its own web browser to provide access to the internet (in addition to other commercial and open source browsers). The default web browser for Microsoft is Edge (or its predecessor Internet Explorer), and for Apple’s OS (Macs), it is Safari. You do not need to use these default browsers but can install additional web browsers such as Chrome

Before explaining search engines, let me differentiate website, webpage and webserver. n www.grandinfo.com is a website. To view the Sun City Grand website you would go to your favorite browser (Edge, Chrome, Safari, etc.) and in the upper left hand portion of the screen, type www.grandinfo.com. n A webserver would send the Sun City Grand web home page to your computer. A webserver is a computer hosting one or more websites. (To use a TV analogy, you might think of a network as the webserver, which hosts many programs.) n From the homepage you can click on the links to other webpages on the website, like Grand Living, Grand Golf, Fitness and Clubs, Contact Us, etc. For the example above, you know the website’s URL, www.grandinfo.com. URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, a unique web address. You, the user, types this unique address into a browser, and a webserver (computer) sends to your computer all the web pages and their supporting files. However, what if you don’t know the exact address, or URL? You need to search for it, right? You search for websites by using search engines, e.g., n Google (owned by Alphabet Inc. which was previously Google)

Bing (owned by Microsoft) n Yahoo n Ask.com n DuckDuckGo (less ad spam and very simple to use) n Wolframalpha (a computational Knowledge Engine) n

What is confusing is that operating systems often design their web browsers to open with a default search engine. For example, Microsoft (operating system) has its web browser, Edge, open with the home page for Bing, its search engine. Or Android devices (operating system) use Chrome (web browser) to open up to Google (search engine). A search engine is a special kind of website that helps users find web pages from other websites—hence the term “search engine.” To find Grand Info, you could search with any number of words: Sun City Grand, information, Surprise HOA, Surprise, AZ, active retirement community, etc. The search engine will list short summaries of webpages that include those words … and, hopefully, you will find www. grandinfo.com. The “non-geek” person sometimes uses this terminology interchangeably, but there is a distinction in the specific labels assigned to the different programs, technology, hardware, and applications. Special thanks to Charlu for sending Cappie this beautiful photo of her two-year old schnauzer, Lilly.

For more information about computer terminology visit the Grand Computer Club located in the Chaparral Center of Sun City Grand. Visit the Club website www.grandcomputers.org for computer classes, Special Interest Groups, Coffee Chats, monthly meetings, tech help for all your devices, and more. You can view or print the digital version of “Ask Cappie the Computer Cat” monthly column by going to www.grandinfo.com. Click on the Life in SCG tab>Grand Lifestyles Magazine and choose the month you want. 56

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Tuesday | June 19 8:30 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:30 am

Price includes music, fresh omelettes prepared on site to your taste with the following ingredients, diced ham, sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, shredded jack cheese, diced red and green peppers, bacon and sausage. Also includes home fried potatoes, fresh fruit, assorted breakfast sweets, coffee, and juice. Ticket purchase required prior to event.

Sagebrush Ballroom

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PRESENTATIONS MAY 16 • WEDNESDAY • SEMINAR

ENERGY CONSULTING SERVICES–HIGHEST QUALITY SOLAR EQUIPMENT, LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED! Join Stephen Chaidez with ECS for FREE PIZZA at the Sonoran Plaza in the Palo Verde Room. Avoid Future APS RATE HIKES with our ZERO DOWN LEASE AND ZERO DOWN FINANCING OPTIONS! Since 2010 we have offered the Highest Quality Solar Systems at the GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE in the Solar Industry! To RSVP (602) 790-2319 or email schaidez@ energyconsultservices.com to reserve your seat. FREE LUNCH w/ PIZZA and BEVERAGES FREE | 11:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

MAY 17 • THURSDAY • SEMINAR

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN Having Problems or Thinking of Upgrading your windows and patio doors? Then reserve a seat at the Renewal by Andersen’s Window & Door Presentation. Get an exclusive look into our windows and doors. Enjoy a complementary lunch. Seats are limited. Register online at http://renewalevent.com/ or call us at 623-385-8009. FREE | 12:30 p.m. | Sonoran Plaza

JUNE 12 • TUESDAY • SEMINAR

ENERGY CONSULTING SERVICES–HIGHEST QUALITY SOLAR EQUIPMENT, LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED! Join Stephen Chaidez with ECS for FREE PIZZA at the Sonoran Plaza in the Palo Verde Room. Avoid Future APS RATE HIKES with our ZERO DOWN LEASE AND ZERO DOWN FINANCING OPTIONS! Since 2010 we have offered the Highest Quality Solar Systems at the GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE in the Solar Industry! To RSVP (602) 552-6401 or email schaidez@ energyconsultservices.com to reserve your seat. FREE LUNCH w/ PIZZA and BEVERAGES FREE | 11:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

in Arizona. PRESESENTED BY: DWORNIK LAW FIRM. RSVP 480-809-1014 info@dworniklawaz.com. FREE | 10:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

JULY 16 • MONDAY • SEMINAR

LIVING TRUST SEMINAR–PLANNING IS ESSENTIAL– DO YOU HAVE A PLAN? Affordable and Comprehensive Estate Planning Solutions. Everyone should attend this seminar-even if you have a Will or a Trust. A good estate plan coordinates what happens to your home, savings, and retirement accounts. Why a Will is not enough. Why many people with Living Trusts will end up in Probate and how to avoid it. Find out what may have changed, needs updating, or is still applicable in Arizona. PRESESENTED BY: DWORNIK LAW FIRM. RSVP 480-809-1014 info@dworniklawaz.com. FREE | 10:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

JULY 21 • SATURDAY • SEMINAR

ASSET PRESERVATION TAX & RETIREMENT If you’re between the ages of 56 and 66 you cannot afford to miss this free workshop. Justin “Judd” Carlson & Stewart Willis of Asset Preservation Tax & Retirement Services, LLC invite you to join us and learn about common mistakes people make filing for social security benefits and taxation in retirement. RSVP 623-239-1748 to reserve your seat. Registration begins at 10:30AM. FREE | 10:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

Teamwork leads to Success. TOGETHER we can put the pieces

of BUYING and SELLING in place!

JULY 11 • TUESDAY • SEMINAR

ENERGY CONSULTING SERVICES–HIGHEST QUALITY SOLAR EQUIPMENT, LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED! Join Stephen Chaidez with ECS for FREE PIZZA at the Sonoran Plaza in the Palo Verde Room. Avoid Future APS RATE HIKES with our ZERO DOWN LEASE AND ZERO DOWN FINANCING OPTIONS! Since 2010 we have offered the Highest Quality Solar Systems at the GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE in the Solar Industry! To RSVP (602) 552-6401 or email schaidez@ energyconsultservices.com to reserve your seat. FREE LUNCH w/ PIZZA and BEVERAGES

Desert Living

Experience Has Its Rewards

FREE | 11:00 a.m. | Sonoran Plaza

JULY 16 • MONDAY • SEMINAR

LIVING TRUST SEMINAR–PLANNING IS ESSENTIAL– DO YOU HAVE A PLAN? Affordable and Comprehensive Estate Planning Solutions. Everyone should attend this seminar-even if you have a Will or a Trust. A good estate plan coordinates what happens to your home, savings, and retirement accounts. Why a Will is not enough. Learn how to set up a Power of Attorney for Healthcare or Finances. Why many people with Living Trusts will end up in Probate and how to avoid it. Find out what may have changed, needs updating, or is still applicable Grand Lifestyles | May 2018 | grandinfo.com

Heather Van Peursem Realtor®

Directors Circle

602-456-2328

heather@heathervp.com www.VPDesertLiving.com

Linda Van Peursem, GRI

Realtor®, Sun City Grand Resident

Recognized Industry Leader

623-640-7153 lindavp@cox.net www.LindaVP.com

SOFTBALL CLUB

GOLFS FOR VETS Written and Submitted by: Bob Topham, SCG Resident Bob Aiken, SCG Resident and Board Member

Soldier’s Best Friend is a local agency located in Peoria which supports our Veterans with PTSD and/or TBI (traumatic brain injuries) by matching each with a service dog to assist them with their special needs. All dogs in the program are “rescue dogs”, so one may say that the program is saving the life of the dog and its’ Veteran. Club member and tournament director, Bob Topham presented Jay Montoya, Event Coordinator for Soldier’s Best Friend, a check for $3,815, delivering added resources for this great program. Two Veterans, Damian and Mike, were also in attendance and were accompanied with their dogs, Bella and Louie. They answered many questions from club members following the presentation. It was a great time to provide a “THANK YOU” to them both for their service to our country. Winners were: Ladies – 1st (net 58) Kandi Patrick, Coral Estes, Becky Holliday and Lisa Pelletier; 2nd (62) Judy Muller, Sonja Estes, Vicki Hanson and Alice Ambruz; 3rd (68) Dianne Ramos, Kathie Larson, Linda Aiken and Nancy Edwards. Mixed – 1st (52) Garry Weslosky, Arlene Weslosky, Tom Ranalls and Chris Ranalls; 2nd (54) Warren Stevenson, Doreen Stevenson, Dan

The SCG Softball Club held it’s fifth annual golf outing March 30th at Granite Falls South. Known for hitting a softball, 136 Club Members showed up to hit a much smaller ball for a great cause. For the second year, Soldier’s Best Friend was the designated beneficiary for the event.

Photo courtesy of Harold Enslen, SCG Softball Player

Fudge and Lydia Miller; 3rd (55) David Bagwell, Yvonne Brooks, Norma Dokken and Anita Britton. Men – 1st (50) Bob Aiken, Bob Topham, John Nerdahl and Ken Stacy; 2nd (51) Jack Muller, Jerry Koester, Doug Moore and Tom Kelly; 3rd (51) Mike Hirsch, Ken Larson, Scott Roberts and Dennis Estes. Putting winners were Norma Dokken and Mike Brennan. Long Drive – Vicki Hanson and Nick Naselli. KP – Bob Aiken and Lisa Pelletier.

Longest Putt – Bob Tarr. The SCG Softball Club has raised about $210,000 over the past ten years supporting many charitable organizations. About $60,000 has been raised for Veteran related services supporting those who gave so much and who may be in need today. The community of Sun City Grand should feel proud of the efforts of this club and so many other clubs who do so much for those in need.

Faucet Doctor Plumbing,

Irrigation & HVAC Services 623-214-7161

Complete Plumbing & HVAC Service Company

Water Heaters, Whole House Filtration, Water Softeners, Main Water Line Repair or Replacement, Slab Leaks, Toilets, Faucets, Circulating Pumps, Disposals, Bathroom Remodels, HVAC New Install, Service and Repair.

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FROM GOTHIC GROUND MANAGEMENT

Written and submitted by: Keith Effertz Gothic Grounds Management

With summer fast approaching it is time to transition our seasonal flowers. This year you will see a variety of color throughout the community. These will include Zinnia, Rudbeckia, Vinca, and Begonias. When considering what flowers to plant it is important to consider the colors, sizes, location, sunlight, soil, and watering. ZINNIAS Zinnias can come in red, pink, yellow, and white. They range in height from 12” to 24” and like bright full sun. These flowers require moderate watering and it’s best to let them dry out before water again. Zinnias should be planted in well-drained soil as they do not like wet soil. Removing spent blooms, also known as deadheading, will extend flowering.

VINCA CORA AND VINCA MEDITERRANEAN Vinca comes in purple, pink, red, magenta and white. They range in height from 8” to 18” and prefer bright full sun. Vincas are high water use and prefer well drained soil. Vinca Cora is a mounding flower, has the biggest flowers of all the vincas and is great for flower beds. Vinca Mediterranean is a trailing flower and work well in pots and hanging baskets.

RUDBECKIA Rudbeckia are also known as Indian Summer or Black-eyed Susans. They are in the sunflower family and come in orange and yellow. These flowers range in height from 24” to 36” and like bright full sun. Rudbeckia is a moderate water use flower and adapts well to a wide variety of soil conditions. These flowers should also be deadheaded to prolong the blooming season. Rudbeckia is considered a wildflower and is great for cutting and putting in a vase or drying.

BEGONIAS Begonias can come in red, pink and white. They range in height from 10” to 12” and like shade to partial sun. These flowers are high water use and should be watered when the soil feels dry to the touch. Begonias should also be planted in well-drained soil. They have waxy green leaves which can be attractive when they aren’t blooming.

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HELLO, FELLOW NEIGHBORS! important elections coming up, so I want to be sure you have the most current information.

CIRCLE CITY WATER ACQUISITION

Council Member, District 2

This month, registered voters will have the opportunity to exercise their right to vote on a way to increase our surface river water allocations to meet future needs.

As we approach the Summer season and our Winter residents head for cooler weather, I’d like to remind you all to stay engaged with what’s happening here on the home front. We have two very

In support of the City Council’s Strategic Plan goal to “Ensure sufficient water resources for current and future needs,” Council, in November, approved a Special Ballot-by-Mail Election on

Nancy Hayden

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May Specials 60min Signature Massage or a Cimarron Custom Facial $72. 99 90min Signature Massage $102. 99 60min Signature Massage & Custom Facial $135.99

Hempz ® Body & Lotion Products - 10% Off Come see what Surprise, Az’s 5-Star Luxury Spa offers, you’ll love it!

Visit www.cimarronspa.com or call Spa for full details. All specials not valid with any other offers, discounts (including resident discount) coupons or specials. Offers good thru May 31, 2018

May 15, in which Surprise voters will decide whether or not to authorize the purchase and acquisition of Circle City Water Company. Circle City Water Company is a small water service company in the northern part of Surprise’s planning area and future water service area. Circle City Water serves approximately 170 customers. In addition to the company’s existing customer base, Circle City also has a Central Arizona Project (CAP) subcontract that would increase the City’s current CAP allocation of Colorado River water (Surface Water) by more than 38 percent. If approved, the purchase would be funded through the sale of current and future water portfolio assets. As a reminder, Sun City Grand’s water provider is EPCOR and the city only manages the sewer portion of our water bill. Should voters approve the purchase and acquisition of Circle City Water, we will grow our surface water portfolio, which means we can service more people as the city grows. Don’t forget, replacement ballot voting begins on May 5th. More information about this Special Election can be found at www. surpriseaz.gov/waterelection, or by contacting the Water Resources Management Department at (623) 2227100. CITY COUNCIL PRIMARY & GENERAL ELECTIONS

Five Council seats are up for election this year. Now more 62

than ever, your vote can make a huge difference! The offices to be filled are as follows: Three Council Seats with 4-year terms expiring in 2022: District 1 (Acacia), 5 (Palm), and 6 (Palo Verde). Two Council Seat with a 2-year term expiring December 2020: District 3 (Mesquite) due to resignation in 2017, and District 2 (Cottonwood) to fill the remainder of a term left vacant due to the passing of my dear husband and your former Councilman, Jim Hayden, in 2017. The deadline for voter registration is Monday, July 30th. If you are unsure of your registration status, visit www. maricopa.vote. Registration is also available in-person at the Surprise City Clerk’s Office Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Primary Election takes place Tuesday, August 28th, followed by a General Election (if necessary) on Tuesday, November 6th. STAY IN TOUCH!

As always, if you need to reach me, I can be contacted via email at nancy.hayden@surpriseaz. gov, by phone at (623) 2221322, or through social media on Twitter @CM_Hayden or on my Facebook page at Facebook. com/councilwomanhayden. To our Winter residents, I encourage you to reach out to me if you want to know what’s happening here in Surprise while you’re away. To our yearround residents, I look forward to toughing out the heat with you!

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GRANDKIDS CORNER

May Valley Events

In the event of last minute changes, we recommend contacting the venues below at the numbers and/or website listed for additional details.

ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE – JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Jack’s mother instructs him to sell their cow. Instead of money, Jack winds up with a bag full of magic beans in exchange for the cow. After planting them, Jack awakens to find a Giant beanstalk! Details: 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria, AZ. 623-776-8400, Price: Saturday, May 5th, 10am. $17-$20. See website for additional information. www.tickets.azbroadwaytheatre.com.

SCHNEPF FARMS’ PEACH FESTIVAL

The annual event features hay rides to the orchards, live music, train rides, carousel rides and more, peachy pancake breakfast, peachy sampling pavilion with food ranging from sweets to salsa’s, water activities, peachy arts and crafts booths, peach pies, peach cinnamon rolls, peach cookies, peach cobbler and more. Details: Begins May 1113th, 7:30am-4:00pm, 24810 South Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek, AZ. 480-987-3100, Price: $5. Children 12 and younger free. See website for additional information. www.schnepffarms.com/peach-festival/.

DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN – SPRING BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT

Get an up-close look at hundreds of North American butterflies such as painted ladies, zebra longwings and giant swallowtails among the beautiful Desert Botanical Garden grounds. Each week, hundreds of new butterflies arrive. Plus, each week 100 new pupae will be added to the emergence chamber in our caterpillar nursery. Details: Begins April 18th, 8:00am-8:00pm, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ. 480-941-1225, Price: included with membership or paid Garden admission. See website for additional information. www.dbg.org/events/spring-butterfly-exhibit.

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CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX – FREE MOTHER’S DAY ADMISSION Moms and GrandMoms will enjoy free admission to the Children’s Museum of Phoenix. Details: May 13th, 9:00am-4:00pm, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ. 602-2530501, Price: Free for Moms and GrandMoms. See website for additional information. www.childrensmuseumofphoenix. org/events/mothers-day-free-admission-for-momsgrandmoms/.

LAKE PLEASANT – MOTHER’S DAY CRUISES

Enjoy a 2-hour brunch or sunset cruise on the waters of beautiful Lake Pleasant for Mother’s Day. This cruise features delicious menus by Dillon’s Restaurants, a full bar and live music. Details: May 13th, Brunch 9:00am & 12:30pm; Dinner 6:00pm, 8708 W. Harbor Blvd., Peoria, AZ. 602-4569955, Price: Brunch $50 Adults, $30 Children (ages 5-12), children 4 and under free; Dinner $65 Adults, $45 Children (ages 5-12), children 4 and under free. See website for additional information. www.lakepleasantcruises.com/special-events.

DISNEY JUNIOR DANCE PARTY ON TOUR – LIVE! COMERICA THEATRE

Are you ready to dance!? Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour is an all new interactive live concert experience. Sing along to Disney Juniors greatest hits with your favorite characters: Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia The First, Puppy Dog Pals, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, The Lion Guard and more! Kids of all ages and their families are invited to get up and dance, play games and join the biggest dance party around! Details: May 17th, 6:00pm, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ. Price: $42-52+ per person. See website for additional information. www.comericatheatre.com.

Grand Attractions “HOOKED ON FISHING” CLUB

Supplies rods, reels, bobbers and lures for use on Lake #9. Children under 12 can use live bait. Free. Reservations recommended. Please call 623–537–5864 for details.

MOTHER’S DAY AT LITCHFIELD’S

Litchfield’s at the Wigwam will be offering a very special 4 course plated brunch for moms and their families this Mother’s Day. Reservations required. Details: May 13th, 10:00am-2:00pm, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd.; The Wigwam, Litchfield Park, AZ. 623-935-3811. Price: $58 per person. See website for additional information. www.wigwamarizona.com/spring-activities/.

RESOURCE NUMBERS EMERGENCY..................................................................................... 9-1-1 Poison Control Center........................................................ 800.222.1222 Sheriff’s Office (Bell Rd. Substation)................................... 623.933.0153 Area Agency on Aging 24-Hour Helpline........................ 602.264.4357 After Hours and Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Gothic Landscape......................................................... 480.669.0369 ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES

Maricopa County Animal Control.................................... 602.506.7387 4 Paws Animal Rescue........................................................ 623.876.8778 Surprise Animal Care/Control................................. 623.222.4000 opt. 3 CITY OF SURPRISE

Adopt-A-Street.................................................................... 623.222.6000 Building Code Violation Reports.........................................623.222.3013 Citizens Patrol....................................................................... 623.222.4277 City Clerk.............................................................................. 623.222.1200 City Council......................................................................... 623.222.1300 City Hall................................................................................ 623.222.1000 Community & Recreation Services................................... 623.222.2000 Crisis Response.................................................................... 623.222.5040 Dead Animal Pickup (On Public Streets) ..........................623.222.6000 Disability Information........................................................... 623.222.2257 Noise/Nuisance Complaints................................... 623.222.4000 opt. 3 Non-emergency Fire.......................................................... 623.222.5000 Non-emergency Police..................................................... 623.222.4000 Northwest Regional Library................................................ 602.652.3000 Post Office (14955 W. Bell Rd.)............................................ 623.544.4672 Senior Services/Center....................................................... 623.222.1500 Trans Valley Metro................................................................ 602.266.8723 Voter Registration................................................................ 623.222.1200 We Care Program............................................................... 623.222.4277 CONSUMER SERVICES

Birth/Death Certificates...................................................... Hazardous Waste Disposal................................................. Health Department, Maricopa County............................ Motor Vehicle Department (MVD).................................... Registrar of Contractors..................................................... Social Security Administration............................................ PORA – SCW Consumer Services......................................

602.506.6800 602.771.4673 602.506.6900 602.255.0072 602.542.1525 800.772.1213 623.214.1646

SBC

ACTIVE ADULTS  TRADITIONAL WORSHIP Interpreting for the Deaf at All Services SUNDAY

HOSPITALS

Banner Del E. Webb............................................................ 623.524.4000 14502 W. Meeker Blvd. Banner Walter O. Boswell.................................................... 623.832.4000 10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd.

Bible Study Morning Worship Evening Worship

9 a.m. 10 a.m. 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Bible Study & Prayer 6 p.m.

NEWSPAPERS

Arizona Republic................................................................. 602.444.8000 Daily News Sun/ Surprise Today......................................... 623.977.8351 Surprise Independent......................................................... 623.972.6101 UTILITIES

City of Surprise Water.......................................................... Arizona Public Service (APS).............................................. Cox Communications......................................................... Century Link......................................................................... Epcor Water......................................................................... Southwest Gas Co...............................................................

623.222.1900 602.371.7171 623.594.1000 800.244.1111 623.445.2400 602.860.6020

PULTE WARRANTY SERVICE..................................................

800.664.3094

Shon Wagner, Pastor www.grandbaptist.com  623.975.6262 18350 N. Goldwater Ridge Dr., Surprise, AZ 85374

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COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION NUMBERS BOARD COMMITTEES

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT

ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Architectural Review Committee Bob Aiken, Chair................................... 623.214.6716 grandaiken@cox.net TBD, Vice Chair

General Manager Kenneth Olson...................................... 623.546.7468 kenneth.olson@scgcam.com Executive Administrative Assistant Monica Rodriguez................................ 623.546.7468 monica.rodriguez@scgcam.com Administrative Assistant Julie Madden....................................... 623.546.7473 julie.madden@scgcam.com Community Manager Kymberlee Stutzman............................623.546.7426 kymberlee.stutzman@scgcam.com Custodial Supervisor Ken Crossno.......................................... 623.546.7460 ken.crossno@scgcam.com Director of Golf Operations Jeff Hochman....................................... 623.546.7402 jeff.hochman@scgcam.com Finance Manager David Reber.......................................... 623.546.7453 david.reber@scgcam.com Fitness Manager Allison Adams....................................... 623.546.7463 allison.adams@scgcam.com Lifestyles Manager Lorena Nieto......................................... 623.546.7455 lorena.nieto@scgcam.com Maintenance Operations Manager Scott Phillips scott.phillips@scgcam.com Norma Gaitan...................................... 623.546.7551 Membership Manager Meda Cates.......................................... 623.546.7435 meda.cates@scgcam.com Technology Coordinator Mark Jibilian.......................................... 623.546.7503 mark.jibilian@scgcam.com Purchasing Specialist Laurie Segler......................................... 623.546.7561 laurie.segler@scgcam.com

Activities Office.................................... 623.546.7449 Sonoran Plaza, 19753 N. Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grand Learning.................................... 623.546.7470 Chaparral Center, 19781 N. Remington Dr. Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grand Lifestyles Magazine.................. 623.546.7449 communications@scgcam.com GrandTV/Website Assistance Adam Nunez.................................... 623.546.7563 Adam.Nunez@scgcam.com

ON-SITE EMERGENCIES

Sharko’s................................................. 602.242.2662

Association Patrol................................. 623.764.0809 Hours: Monday – Friday 5 p.m. – 5 a.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 a.m.

Shaw’s Catering................................... 623.937.8510

CARE Advisory Committee John Carmen, Chair............................ 623.466.0206 Joh1012@cox.net TBD, Vice Chair Code of Conduct Committee: ** Barbara Grossbard, Chair.................... 623.975.4422 bgrossbard@aol.com

John Bean, Vice Chair......................... 623.215.7037 johnfredbean@gmail.com

**Actual Code of Conduct is available at www.grandinfo.com, and in all buildings

Covenants Committee Gail LaBelle, Chair................................ 623.214.9839 glabelle@cox.net Dianne Miller, Vice Chair..................... 623.594.3350 mmiller118@cox.net Finance Advisory Committee Marty Dourney, Chair........................... 623.266.7815 mwdourney@gmail.com Jay Goldberg, Vice Chair.................... 623.556.5511 Jayjo322@gmail.com Golf Advisory Committee Mike Domino, Chair.............................. 623.374.2550 mikedendom@yahoo.com John Carmen, Vice Chair.................... 623.466.0206 Joh1012@cox.net Lifestyles Advisory Committee Pat Finnell, Chair .................................. 623.975.6109 lewispat@aol.com Diane Hammann , Vice Chair............. 623.328.5505 dlhammann@aol.com Long Range Planning Advisory Committee Don Love, Chair.................................... 530.391.4356 granddonlove@icloud.com TBD, Vice Chair...................................... 623.975.1150 ADDITIONAL CAM INFORMATION

Membership Office.............................. 623.546.7444 Palm Center, 19726 N. Remington Drive Welcome Center .............................. 623.546.7501 Lost & Found...................................... 623.546.7501 Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Standards Compliance Office........................... 623.546.7450 ARC Applications.............................. 623.546.7474 Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. CHAPS Office........................................ 623.546.7553 Grand Election Team Joan Bean, Facilitator scgelections@gmail.com

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Maintenance Emergencies................ 623.546.7551 Bus. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Report Landscape/Golf Course Maintenance/Water Leaks/Repairs Website: Homeowner Info>Work Orders Maintenance@scgcam.com

After Hours and Weekend Landscaping Emergencies Gothic Landscape............................... 480.669.0369 GOLF

Cimarron Golf Course.......................... 623.975.5654 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Cassidy Potter – Golf Pro..................... 623.975.5657 Cassidy.potter@scgcam.com Desert Springs Golf Course................. 623.546.7401 19900 North Remington Drive Kirk Hanaway – Golf Pro...................... 623.546.7408 Kirk.hanaway@scgcam.com Granite Falls N & S................................ 623.546.7580 15949 West Clearview Boulevard Kevin Reagan – Golf Pro...................... 623.546.7582 kevin.reagan@scgcam.com

FITNESS CENTERS

Adobe Fitness Center.......................... 623.546.7456 19775 North Remington Drive Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Children’s Hours Leisure Pool 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Children’s Hours Indoor Pool 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Cimarron Fitness Center...................... 623.975.5630 17100 West Clearview Boulevard Hours: Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. No children under 16 permitted at this pool

Cimarron Day Spa................................ 623.975.5646 RESTAURANTS/CATERING

Angela’s Kitchen.................................. 623.399.6514 Coco’s Restaurant............................... 623.214.7776 The Grand Café................................... 623.546.7512 Approved Caterers: Amuse Bouche..................................... 623.322.8881 Atlasta Catering................................... 602.242.8185 Babbo’s Italian Eatery......................... 623.825.1919 Birt’s Bistro Catering............................. 623.584.4999 Classic Catering................................... 623.933.4903 Dillon’s Catering................................... 623.208.8677 Forum Café........................................... 480.556.0442 NYPD Pizza............................................ 623.544.6915

The Wild Bunch.....................................623-363-4226 CLUB ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS

Art Club................................................. 623.546.7484 19745 North Remington Drive Billiards Club.......................................... 623.546.7482 19781 North Remington Drive Clay Arts Club....................................... 623.214.9067 19751 North Remington Drive Computer Club.................................... 623.546.7508 19781 North Remington Drive Glass Arts Club...................................... 623.214.6723 19751 North Remington Drive Language Club.................................... 623.546.7488 19739 North Remington Drive Poker Club............................................. 623.546.7486 19749 North Remington Drive Photo Club............................................ 623.546.7483 19735 North Remington Drive Softball Club......................................... 623.544.9181 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard Stitchers Club........................................ 623.546.7566 19726 North Remington Drive Woodcrafters........................................ 623.214.3813 15134 West Mountain View Boulevard

CLASSIFIED ADS RENTAL AVAILABLE NOV AND DEC 2018 623-221-5221 WAYNE UPSCALE, IMMACULATE 2BD/ 2BA HOME WITH SPACIOUS FRONT & REAR PATIOS, FIRE PIT, WATERFALL, GOLF CART, WIFI, CABLE TV, NS/ NP. AVAILABLE MAY 2018–MAY 2019. INFO: RENAEAZ1@COX.NET. CORDOVA ESTATE SERIES 2,531 SQ. FT./ FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED. YEARLY OR 5 TO 6 MONTH MIN, FOR WINTER 2019 RENTAL. 509-899-5050 OR RICHARDOMANS@ME.COM. FURNISHED 1,482 SQ. FT. AZALEA 2BD/2BA/DEN. AVAILABLE 4/1/18–12/26/18 MINIMUM 1 MO. LEAVE MESSAGE @ 623-670-3767. 2 BR/ 2BA CONDO AT LA SOLANA. FULLY FURNISHED FIRST FLOOR MONTHLY RATES AVAIL. 5/2018– 10/2018. CABLE/ WIFI PROVIDED. NO PETS 847-287-2082.

NEW GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, 50" PLASMA IN LIVING RM AND 32" PLASMA IN MASTER WITH KING BED SLEEPER COUCH IN DEN. CALL RICHARD 623-215-8505. FOR RENT – 2BR 2BA HOME WITH EXPANDED PATIO.VIEWS OF MOUNTAINS AND #14 HOLE ON DESERT SPRINGS GOLF COURSE. 5 MONTH MINIMUM. JOE 509-8456333. IMMACULATE PALO VERDE 1900 PLUS FT. 3BD 2BA, FURNISHED/ UNFURNISHED. AVAILABLE 6/1/18. PATIO W/DESIRABLE N/S EXPOSURE, EXTENDED GARAGE. LONG TERM RENTAL. 253-2026399; 253-589-0123 NO SMOKER MAUI CONDO FOR RENT JUNE 14–28, 2018. 2BR/2BA, BEAUTIFUL OCEAN, POOL AND GARDEN VIEWS. ALL FOR $2500. MORE INFO:RANDNHARRISON@GMAIL. COM.

ITEM(S) FOR SALE LOVELY OAK DESK $75, 2-DOOR TV CREDENZA $100, GREAT RECLINER $100, ALL EXCL. COND. 406-370-8206. MENS RALEIGH BICYCLE , 21 SPEED MANY ACCESSORIES $200 623-584-0485 FOR SALE 2000 YAMAHA GOLF CART, COVER AND CHARGER. $1,000. 623-584-5961 2014 CADILLAC CTS, AWD, 4 DR, LOADED, 10,500 MILES. FACTORY WARRANTY. GOLD WITH TAN AND COCO INTERIOR. GORGEOUS CAR. $30,000. CALL 816868-6969 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE. 1996 $2300, GOOD COND 98K MI. CALL 303-601-9959 FOR SALE NEW RECLINER-LIFT CHAIR. MADE BY PRIDE MOBILITY $700. 623-826-9285. CALL EVENINGS.

CHOLLA, 1926 SQ. FT. FURN 2/BD/2/BA/DEN; ON GOLF COURSE; AVAIL OCT/JAN 303-8957979.

WANT TO RENT NOV 2018 - FEB 2019, 4 MONTHS. 208-631-6383

2BD/2BA SOUTH TREE-LINED YARD. WALK TO REC CENTER, INSIDE LAUNDRY. 4–MONTH MINIMUM. EMAIL: JURBANUS@COX. NET

ON GFS #1 WITH GREEN AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS. 2BD 2BTH, CHOLLA, 1934 SQ. FT. CUL-DESAC. EMAIL JWRIGHTZX@GMAIL. COM

LONG TIME SCG RENTER LOOKING FOR SCG RENTAL HOME FOR JAN, FEB, MAR 2019. PREFER GOLF COURSE LOT. 309-219-1219 OR 309645-0117.

IMMACULATE 2BR 2BA FULLY FURNISHED HOME. NEW PATIO WITH BBQ AND FIREPIT. INCLUDES UTILITIES, WIFI, CABLE TV, AND GOLF CART. NS/NP AVAILABLE OCT 2018–JAN 2019. ROSS 480-227-2792

FURNISHED ASHBURY 2461 SF 2.5 BA, 3BD, LRG YARD, GOLF CART, WIFI, TV, 5/2018 TO 12/30/2018. 623-217-8752. NS; NP MAR AND APR 2019; NOV AND DEC 2018. 623-221-5221

WANT TO RENT 2BR/ 2BA JAN–APR 2019, NS/NP 403-861-2592 JANET

LA SOLANA UNIT 1309 AVAILABLE APRIL THRU DEC, 2018 $900. MAY THRU OCT $1200. NOV $1300 DEC.

3 BD 2 BA FURN, EXPAND BORGATA. AVAILABLE MAY–OCT 2018. 503-730-7581

WANT TO RENT FEB–MAR 2019. 201-906-2877 OR STEVEIRISM@ AOL.COM

AZALEA FURN 2BD/2BA NS/NP. AVAIL MAY–DEC N/A JAN–APR 19. 623-544-5263 JOHN

WANTED

LONG TIME SCG RENTER LOOKING FOR RENTAL HOME FOR JAN–FEB–MAR 2019. 403-381-7560. BRANDERSON1@TELUS.NET

MN COUPLE NONSMOKER, NO PET, WANT RENTAL JAN - APR 2019. 507-206-1775, WEODELL@YAHOO.COM. FLEXIBLE ON RENTAL DATES. SEEKING SCG MULTI - YEAR JAN/ APR RESIDENTIAL RENTAL STARTING 2019 WITH 3 BEDROOMS AND DEN. GOLF COURSE VIEW PREFFERED, BUT WOULD CONSIDER WELL LANDSCAPED OR PRIVACY WALLED BACKYARD. GARY @ 816266-9203. WOULD LIKE TO RENT 2 BDRM HOUSE IN SCG FOR MONTH OF FEB 2019. CALL 515-291-6825 WANTED 2 BED 2 BATH JAN/MAR 2019, NS NP SANDY 425-269-6023 WANT TO RENT 2 BR 2 BA 2019. JAN - APR. 847-310-2014 NP-NS

HOME FOR SALE FSBO SHOW LOW AZ, 3 BED 2 BATH VILLA ON GOLF COURSE. GATED COMM, VIEW TO APPRECIATE. 909-214-0377 OR 760-832-2477 44' BRECKENRIDGE MOBILE HOME LOCATED IN HASTINGS MN, SEASONAL 6 MO, APR 15–OCT 15, CAMPGROUND SETTING AND FULLY FURNISHED 1 BDROOM 1 BATH, FULL KITCHEN, OUTSIDE DECKS. CALL 612-251-3889. KARINMARK1@MSN.COM HOME FOR SALE 2BD/2BA CELEBRATION. 1181 SF FULLY FURNISHED 219-775-4084

ITEM FOR RENT GOLF CART FOR RENT! AVAILABLE WEEKLY OR MONTHLY CALL FOR RATE. 623-670-6087

LOST & FOUND

CITY OF SURPRISE

www.surpriseaz.gov 623.222.1000 Non-emergency City of Surprise Police 623.222.4000 Non-emergency City of Surprise Fire 623.222.5000 Mayor’s and Council’s Office 623.222.1300

COMMUNITY LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION DIVISION 14250 W. Statler Plaza Ste. 101 Surprise, AZ 85374 P: 623.222.5400 F: 623.222.5002

Have you lost something in the Village Area or out in the Community? If so, check at the Welcome Center to see if your lost item has been turned in. Lost and Found is located in the Welcome Center in the lobby of the Palm Center. Open hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Or you can phone 623-546-7501 and ask the volunteers to check for your lost item. Valuable items such as cell phones and jewelry are kept in the Membership Office. The Golf Courses and Fitness Centers keep their found items, so if you lost something there, please check at those facilities.

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