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Tipster May 2022
The Tipster is published monthly by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711 scovaz.com
Hours of Operation Activity Center.......................................... 520-917-8066 Closed for renovation
Board of Directors
Administration (In Welcome Center)............520-825-3711 ext 120
Email address for BOD members, GM & Assistant General Manager:
Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM
directors@suncityorovalley.com
Aquatic & Fitness Center...........................520-917-8067
Ronna Heinig, scov.ronna.heinig@gmail.com........................................................President Daily.................................................................................................5 AM-9 PM Pool Mike LaBarbera, mclabarb@aol.com.............................................................Vice President Daily............................................................................................5 AM-8:30 PM Rocky Gedrose, rockygscov@gmail.com................................................................Treasurer Children’s Hours, daily .................................................................... 11 AM-1 PM Elaine Deeter, edeeterscov@gmail.com..................................................................Secretary Catalina Vista........................................... 520-825-8613 Tim Kelley, tkelleyscov@gmail.com.........................................................................Director Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Allan Mashburn, amashburnscov@gmail.com.........................................................Director Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 AM-8 PM Terry McFadden, tmcfadden2020@comcast.net.......................................................Director Sun.................................................................................................. 9 AM-6 PM Community Services................................. 520-917-8065 Management Team Desert Oasis.............................................520-825-0495 Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com....................... General Manager, 520-917-8080 Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat. .................................................................................................9 AM-8 PM Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ....Assistant General Manager, 520-917-8070 Sun. ................................................................................................9 AM-5 PM Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com...Com. Area Maint. Supt., 520-917-8059 Pool Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.... Golf Course Superintendent, 520-917-8063 .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................9 AM-8:30 PM Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com................Restaurant Manager, 520-917-8074 Sat., ...........................................................................................9 AM-7:30 PM Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com............................ Director of Golf, 520-917-8086 Sun.............................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Azura Romero, aromero@suncityorovalley.com..................Kitchen Manager, 520-917-8074 Children’s Hours, daily except during water volleyball ........................... Noon-4 PM Water volleyball ............................. Sun., Mon., Thu., 1-3 PM; Wed., 10 AM-Noon Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com...................Facilities Supt., 520-917-8078 Gift Shop of Sun City.................................520-917-8051 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com.............Program Director, 520-917-8077 .Mon.Fri. ......................................................................................10 AM-4 PM Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com............................Controller, 520-917-8060 Support Team Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com..................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8082 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com......................................Fitness Supervisor, 520-917-8073 Marsha Dean, mdean@suncityorovalley.com.................. Communications Coordinator, 520-917-8069 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com..................................Human Resources, 520-917-8061 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com................................ Accounting Assistant, 520-917-8062 Annette Lyons, scoroval@ciramail.com................................. Conveyance Coordinator, 520-917-8087 Jack Mooney, scoroval@ciramail.com..................................... Covenants Coordinator, 520-917-8079 Michelle Mooney, mmooney@suncityorovalley.com........................................Librarian, 520-917-8083 Katy Mosier, scoroval@ciramail.com...................................Architectural Coordinator, 520-917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com......................... Administrative Coordinator, 520-917-8065 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com...........Marketing & Tech. Coordinator, 520-917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com...........................Facilities Coordinator, 520-917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center (closed for renovation)............................................................520-917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center..................................................................................520-917-8067
Sat.................................................................................................10 AM-1 PM Golf Course Walking........................... See website for current times
Library....................................................... 520-917-8064
Mon.-Fri. ............................................................................. 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM Sat................................................................................................... 9 AM-Noon
Loan Room - Community Assistance Loan Room at Cart Barn Hours: Tue. and Thu. only.......................................8-9 AM Pro Shop.................................................... 520-825-3110 Golf Info Line........................................520-825-0322
Daily................................................................................................. 6 AM-5 PM Driving Range hours ...............................................6 AM-5 PM; Thu., 7 AM-3 PM
Restaurant and Lounge.............................520-825-3277
Daily................................................................................................. 7 AM-8 PM Happy Hour...................................................................................Daily, 3-6 PM Recording of daily Restaurant specials................. 520-825-3711 ext 205 Trash/Recycling Republic Services.....scov@republicservices.com Pickup Mondays 6 AM-6 PM. Visit SCOV website Member Services > Trash Info for holiday schedule, recycling info and submittal form to report all issues.
After-Hours Emergencies.......................... 520-825-1161 Tipster Editorial Committee If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate Karen Koopmans............................. Co-chair Mary Beth Livingston.......................Member attention (e.g. broken irrigation) and the Administration Office is closed, please report Karla Erdahl................................... Co-chair Drew Ludwig...................................Member the issue to a building monitor. However, if a situation like this occurs after all the Suzanne Stiles...............................Secretary Barbara McNeill..............................Member buildings are closed, please contact the emergency line. Deena Harris...................................Member Jane Moody.....................................Member Sandra Hallenbeck...........................Member Ann Owen........................................Member Wanda Johnson...............................Member Lisa Schulz......................................Member Want to Submit a Photo for the Tipster?
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Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 May Page Room 2 3..............................................................WC3 Welcome2022, Center Conference
Association News
From The Board of Directors Our mission as the SCOV Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community. All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online and in the SCOV Library. Board meetings are open to residents.
Board of Directors cludwigscov@gmail.com Smile, You’re on Candid Camera by Chris Ludwig On March 21, 2020, then SCOV BOD President John Wilson conducted the first Board meeting via Zoom, facilitated by our incredible administrative staff, who subsequently assisted other committees and clubs in setting up their own Zoom meetings. Over the past two years, I have participated in close to 100 Board, committee, and club Zoom meetings. While there were numerous technical problems to be worked out, there was also a learning curve for participants as all of us had to master Zoom etiquette. Hundreds of residents have tuned in to watch, listen, and participate in their pj’s with coffee cup in hand, and guess what? Everyone can see you. Oh, the things we have seen and heard over these past two years: Amazon delivery person arriving at the door, the cleaning lady vacuuming, barking/ whining dogs, hollering spouses, leaf blowers outside, contractors working inside, sweet spouses bringing coffee and a smile to list a few. The most memorable for me was when SCOV BOD President Joy Huxtable was out of state and conducted our three-hour Board meeting sitting in her car outside Wendy’s (her only WiFi connection). With her computer battery running low, Joy’s always prepared husband was there with a backup battery. While Zoom technology has allowed us to engage many more residents in meetings than was ever the case in person, you need to be aware that if you can see yourself in a Zoom box, so can everyone else. And, they can see your first and last name. So, carrying on a conversation, flossing your teeth, taking a nap, communicating with your pet and using four-letter words should be avoided. If your camera is sitting on your lap, the view to the other participants is up your nose. The way to avoid these potentially embarrassing moments is to use the mute button on your Zoom screen. There is one that mutes the audio and another that controls the video. You can still see and hear everything that’s going on during the meeting, but the other participants cannot see or hear you. This will ease the distraction to all involved. This article is intended to take a look back at where we’ve
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Association News............................ 3 On the Cover.................................. 7 Association Committees................. 8 Golf................................................ 10 Coming Events.............................. 12 Photo Scrapbook..................... 13, 34 Workshops and Classes................. 14
come, to laugh at ourselves, and to think, hope and pray we can go back to the good ‘ole days of in-person meetings. I hope to see you there.
General Manager - Mark Wade mwade@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8080 At a Glance Observations Many of you may be going to cooler country for the summer very soon. Please remember to make arrangements for your property to be looked after while you are gone. Yards especially get overlooked and unsightly weeds are the result. Having someone take care of your yard will keep our community looking good. The Posse is again driving around our community at night. Many thanks and a big shout out to those on the Posse for volunteering their time and efforts to keep our community safe. SCOV elections went well thanks to the efforts of the Nominating Committee, Election Committee and staff with Robin Coulter in the lead. Well done, all of you. The Activity Center Renovation continues with demolition completed and steel studs being erected. The team of six residents and three staff meet weekly with the contractor’s team and every other week with the architects. So far, we are told, we are on time and under budget. The Board of Directors for 2022-2023 elected officers the first week of April. They are: President, Ronna Heinig; Vice President, Mike LaBarbera; Secretary, Elaine Deeter and Treasurer, Rocky Gedrose. Congratulations to all and thank you for being willing to serve in these positions. At a time when words of hate and animosity seem to prevail around the world, my thanks goes out to those of you who provide kind words and support to myself, staff and other residents in our community. You are truly what makes Sun City Oro Valley great. A reminder: if you have a concern about a staff member please contact me instead of the staff member. I will work to resolve the issue. The restaurant continues to generate record revenues and serve record numbers of meals. Our gratitude goes out to our residents for supporting the restaurant.
Join Us for Board of Director and General Manager Chat with Residents
Memoriam..................................... 14 Clubs............................................. 14 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 14 Continuing Education................. 18 Cultural & Social......................... 19 Dance......................................... 24 Exercise...................................... 25
Thursday, May 19 1 – 2 PM, WC3
Games........................................ 26 Music.......................................... 27 Sports......................................... 28 Travel.......................................... 30 Partnered Organizations............... 31 Extended Community................... 32 Volunteer Opportunity.................. 32 Classifieds...................................... 33
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It’s More Than Living... It’s A Lifestyle! Staying Safe in SCOV by Marsha Dean
R
ecently the website, ElitePersonalFinance, published a list of the 30 Safest Places in Arizona 20221. Extracted from the latest data from the FBI crime statistics in the United States, Oro Valley ranked number one as the safest place to live in Arizona. Violent crime was used as the main criteria. According to the Oro Valley Police Department’s crime statistics, larcenytheft has the highest incidence of the reported crimes in Oro Valley. Be sure that you are not a victim. One of the easiest things you can do is keep your doors locked and garage door closed. The SCOV Posse has resumed nightly patrols following a two-year Covid-19 hiatus. These patrols help to deter potential thieves, but they are not a substitute for exercising caution on your part. The Arizona Attorney General’s Office has a website full of resources that seniors may find useful: Care facilities and hiring a caregiver, legal information and services, businesses and their licensing–such as contractors, and programs and services for seniors. You may want to bookmark this page www.azag.gov/seniors/.
The Attorney General’s website also has scam alerts. Consider signing up for monthly scam alerts sent to your email. These alerts contain important information on topics specific to seniors such as gift card purchases, computer tech support, home repair fraud and phishing. There is also a helpful section for life care planning. The frequently asked questions (FAQ) may be very helpful as you begin to prepare a Living Will and Durable Health Care Power of Attorney. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau2 provides some helpful tips to protect yourself from scams: • Don’t share numbers or passwords for accounts, credit cards, or Social Security. • Never pay up front for a promised prize. It’s a scam if you are told that you must pay fees or taxes to receive a prize or other financial windfall. • After hearing a sales pitch, take time to compare prices. Ask for information in writing and read it carefully. • Too good to be true? Ask yourself why someone is trying so hard to give you a “great deal.” If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. • Watch out for deals that are “good today only,” and that pressure you to act quickly. Walk away from high-pressure sales tactics that don’t allow you time to read a contract or get legal advice before signing. Also, don’t fall for the sales pitch that says you need to pay immediately, for example, by wiring the money or sending it by courier. • Put your number on the National Do Not Call Registry. Go to www.donotcall.gov or call 888-382-1222. Remain vigilant and do your part to keep Oro Valley a safe place to live. Sources: 1www.elitepersonalfinance.com/safest-places-arizona/ 2 www.consumerfinance.gov
The Posse is back on patrol
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Congratulations, Kris Ahlstrand, Distinguished Service Award Recipient by Chris Ludwig
he Board of Directors’ Distinguished Service Award is givT en to the member-volunteer who has made an exemplary contribution to the quality of life in SCOV. Over the past two years, many volunteers have kept things running as we all have been confronted with unprecedented challenges. However, one person stands out, Kris Ahlstrand, cochair of the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). If you haven’t gotten ARC approval for a project since Covid, you may not be aware that pandemic restrictions necessitated the transition from a paper to an electronic application and review process. Kris was instrumental in this transition. Looking back, Kris and her husband, David Murphy, moved to SCOV in 2008, and Kris joined the ARC in 2018, starting her four-year involvement. Having a background in the garment industry and home remodeling, this was a natural fit. After serving 18 months as a committee member, ARC business-as-usual was suspended by Covid restrictions. No more stopping in to talk with Katy, no more site visits to review applications, and no more meetings to discuss compliance, modifications, and approvals. Residents and contractors were in high anxiety mode regarding their submittals. How are we going to handle new applications? The first step was to ask Kris to be co-chair of ARC, and she got to work immediately. Needless to say, the learning curve was steep, there were a number of false starts, and a supreme effort was needed from staff, committee members and applicants. What had been a paper-based submittal process has morphed into an entirely electronic process. Welcome to online applications, digital plot plans and aerial photographs, new submittal logging and tracking software, masked and distanced site visits, email corresponAsst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070
How It’s Made – Committee Version I find shows about how something is made fascinating. My granddaughter and I watched a show about how rainbow sprinkles were made. Who knew so much effort and so many steps went into those colorful confections that dot scoops of ice cream? That had me thinking about the way committees are made in SCOV. You may not know how many steps go into establishing this amazing volunteer tool for SCOV, so, let’s find out how committees are made. The vote for directors is determined at the end of March. During early April the new Board meets to select its leadership, including the Board president. The new Board president is responsible for recommending committee chairs for the standing and advisory committees plus populating the entire Nominating and Election Committees. The General Manager is responsible for the Service and Support Committees. (Note: Ad Hoc and Task Force are short-term committees and are established as needed, so they are populated individually.) Once the committee chairs have been selected by the Board president, they will start interviewing applicants from an earlier call to the community for committee members. All
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dence, and Zoom review meetings. Through it all, Kris was the catalyst, motivator, leader and tireless worker. As SCOV residents retreated to their social bubbles, they planned remodeling projects. During one eight-month period of her co-chair tenure, ARC approved 381 submittals. This not only allowed resident projects to move forward, but it also helped keep our valuable contractors in business. Not to be overlooked is Kris’ dedication to assisting homeowners and resolving neighbor disagreements. In 2019, SCOV members voted to ensure that homeowner views would not be significantly compromised by home expansions. This was followed by Board Policy ARC-006, Home Expansions and Patio Covers. Kris worked to develop procedures implementing these new ARC review responsibilities. Going David Murphy photo forward, ARC will meet with homeowners prior to their submitting an application so that potential points of non-compliance can be identified and modified before money is spent on professional services. Kris has spent many hours meeting with applicants and neighboring residents to resolve issues concerning a proposed expansion. Lastly, she also oversaw two revisions of the Development Standards (including the new Talavera front door colors), so that they would reflect the ever-changing remodeling desires of homeowners. Kris will be leaving her position as ARC co-chair this month but will continue to serve on the board of the Gift Shop. She looks forward to designing pillows and runners using fabrics from around the world and guiding SCOV homeowners with their remodels. She is committed to working on new home colors and hopes to continue advising on the renovation of the Artisan Center. completed applications are submitted to the committee chair who then interviews the applicants and makes recommends to fill vacant positions. At the same time, the current committee membership is reviewed to identify those who have remaining time in their three-year term. Sometimes those who have served for three years are recommended for an extension of their membership, which is approved by either the Board or the General Manager, based on the type of committee. At a May Board meeting the committee chairs and membership are approved by the Board. The committee work year begins June 1. And that’s how SCOV committees are made.
Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Spring is Here As our seasonal residents leave, we wish them all safe travels and look forward to seeing them back in the fall. I am sure we are all counting the days until we have a new Activity Center that will allow us to bring you bigger and better entertainment and fun. Plans are in the works for more TAD Management shows and new forms of entertainment. Please be patient as we look ahead. Continued on page 7
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Money MATTERS
SUN CITY ORO VALLEY
Statement of Revenues Expenses Results Operations Statement of Revenues & and Expenses andand thethe Results ofof Operations
Revenues: Annual H.O. Fees Capital Contribution Fee Golf Revenues Activities Revenues Restaurant Revenues Interest Income Other Income Gross Revenues
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
(102,017) (275,551) 22,158 855,589
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
368,679 126,061 44,179 8,041 133,718 115,000 795,678
Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses
$ $
(115,205) 680,473
$
175,116
Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first nine months of the 2021-2022 fiscal year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found on our website www.suncityorovalley.com. Log in after hovering over the Members tab and selecting Financials. At this page you will find the monthly Financial Statements as well as the Annual Budget for the current Fiscal Year and a copy of the Annual Budget for the coming year.
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Actual
345,156 $ $ 263,175 $ $ 14,824 $ 213,460 $ 2,690 371,694 $ $ 1,210,999
Asset Reserve Capital Fund Contingency Fund Wash Fund Contribution New Capital Acquisitions Restricted Use Revenues Net Operating Revenues Expenses: Wages & Benefits Cost of Sales Utilities Repair & Maint. Supplies & Expenses Depreciation Total Expenses
Results of Operations
9 Months 2021-2022
March
Budget
3,106,412 1,732,641 130,793 1,421,926 27,595 2,509,798 8,929,165
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
3,106,412 1,569,644 140,050 1,193,623 18,747 2,437,380 8,465,856
$ (618,331) $ (1,583,327) $ $ $ (52,693) $ (97,760) $ 6,577,054
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
(618,215) (1,582,600) (48,000) (30,240) 6,186,801
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
$ $ $ $ $ $ $
3,288,083 698,785 916,680 100,917 1,055,492 1,035,000 7,094,957
$ (1,046,747) $ 5,997,308
$ $
(1,035,000) 6,059,957
$
$
3,226,423 807,710 849,855 68,291 1,056,776 1,035,000 7,044,055
579,746
126,844
The Finance-Budget Committee will be on hiatus until October 2022. Meetings will resume at their normal time on Monday, October 24, 1:30 PM, WC3. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at 520917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com. Randy Trenary, Controller
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The smart phone class in April brought out an unexpectedly large number of residents. In order to supply you with better information for your particular phone, we will be having smaller classes in the Technology Lab that are geared for the make of phone that you have, either an iPhone or Android. Please look for times and dates for these events in “This Week In SCOV.” Your patience is always appreciated.
ON THE COVER Javelina mother and baby. Photo by Sheryl Hester
Community Services - Katy Mosier Architectural Coordinator, Katy Mosier scoroval@ciramail.com 520-917-8058 Making Changes to Your Home Many of our residents have already left or are leaving to go to greener pastures for the summer. We wish you safe travels. Whether you have gone or are intending to go away for any extended time, please make arrangements with a landscaping service to arrange for monthly service to monitor overgrowth, weeds, spent wildflowers, dead plantings, etc. It is the owners’ responsibility to maintain their yards whether here or elsewhere. Please do not rely on a neighbor or a Courtesy Notice from the Association to let you know if things look really bad. If we get a heavy monsoon, weeds will be prolific, and plantings will grow exponentially. Be proactive and schedule regular maintenance while you are gone so that those who remain here during the hotter weather can enjoy our beautiful neighborhood looking as it should. Thank you for your consideration.
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Welcome New Neighbors – March Name From
Paul & Jane Orndorff Kristie Atwood Greg & Deborah Linder Murray Rex & Marilyn Arrowsmith Cynthia Kelly Ray & Ann Adams Blythe & Robert Campbell Steve & Linda Short Mark & Marie Eberly Gary & Joanne Rowley Richard Auerbach Richard & Diane Kasson Edward & Constance Magnusen Kurt & Jennifer Grimm Michael & Patricia Woodell Michael & Linda Villemure Joe & Jan Polach Mark & Susan Grasman
St. Cloud, MN Tucson, AZ Vancouver, WA Tucson, AZ Longmont, CO Tucson, AZ Anchorage, AK Port Angeles, WA Centennial, CO Parker, CO Clinton, MT St. Petersburg, FL Tucson, AZ Conifer, CO Edmonds, WA Ocala, FL Spooner, WI Warminster, PA
March Housing Resale Information Resales 2022 2021
For the Month 19 31 2021 Total Sold - 208
YTD 46 57
2022: Active Listings as of 3/31/2022............................. 7 2021: Active Listings as of 3/31/2021............................. 5 Source: MLSSAZ®
March 2022 Average Age of New Owners:
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SCOV Library - Michelle Mooney www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley mmooney@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083
I attended the Tucson Festival of Books for the first time. It was an amazing experience. Former Sun City librarian, Kate Cusumano, reviewed several new books that were presented at the festival. You can locate these books in our Library by typing in “Tucson Festival of Books 2022” in the search bar of our Webopac system. The last book on Kate’s list will be released on May 3 and added to our collection. If you are interested in previous festival books available in our Library, these can be searched using the same procedure and simply changing the date. The Library is adding a new historical fiction series, After Dunkirk, by author Lee Jackson. From the beaches of Dunkirk to the codebreakers of Bletchley Park, the After Dunkirk series is a panoramic tale of war, love, courage, sacrifice and betrayal. A family scattered across Europe, doing their duty for king and country while war rages. Books 1-3 will be available in early May. Book 4 will be released in June. Stop by the Library and check out this new series.
Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 How Much Sunscreen Should I Use, and How Often Should I Apply It? Use enough sunscreen to generously coat all skin that will be not be covered by clothing. Ask yourself, “Will my face, ears, arms or hands be covered by clothing?” If not, apply sunscreen. Most people only apply 25-50 percent of the recommended amount of sunscreen. Follow the guideline of “one ounce, enough to fill a shot glass,” which dermatologists consider the amount needed to cover the exposed areas of the body. Adjust the amount of sunscreen applied depending on your body size. Apply sunscreen to dry skin 15 minutes before going outdoors. Skin cancer also can form on the lips. To protect your lips, apply a lip balm or lipstick that contains sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply sunscreen approximately every two hours, or after swimming or sweating, according to the directions on the bottle Special Note From the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC) Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss questions or concerns with the AFC. Hours of operation for the AFC and Desert Oasis are on page 2. Tuesday, May 10, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, May 11, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Tuesday, May 24, the AFC spa will be closed for cleaning until 1 PM.
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Republic Services scov@republicservices.com www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/trash
Memorial Day is observed by Republic Services. Holiday pickup will take place on Tuesday, May 31. Republic Services information may be found at the bottom of the Hours of Operation column on page 2 of the Tipster. All SCOV trash and recycle pickups take place on Monday. Don’t forget: Republic Services picks up between 6 AM and 6 PM on Mondays. You must have your trash and recycle bins out at 6 AM or you risk a missed pickup. Visit the web page above for holiday schedule, recycling info and submittal form to report all issues.
Association Committees Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Nov 14, 3 PM, WC1
Due to the unpredictability of Covid, the Active Health presentations are canceled until December. We already have a great lineup of speakers on a variety of health and wellness related topics. Until then, please join our community walking project, SCOV WALKS! Come join other walkers any weekday, all year-round. Start walking promptly at 8 AM from Desert Oasis or Catalina Vista. Come with friends, or meet new ones. Walk at your own pace. Suggested routes are two miles, but you can turn around at any point. Download a copy of the suggested walking route by following this link: https://bit.ly/scovwalkmap.
Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com First Wed., 11:15 AM, WC1
We encourage residents with ideas for the Aquatic & Fitness Center (AFC) Committee to fill out an AFC agenda submission form. Email Cliff Miller to request the form. Complete and return the form ten days prior to the next meeting, and we will put you on the agenda.
Architectural Review Jim Cherry 612-805-5637 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Zoom meetings Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM
The new Revised Development Standards have been approved by the Board of Directors. Please take a look at the changes that continue making our community high on the list of desirability. Members > Documents > Development Standards. Mountain views obstructed by trees continue to be a major concern with the homeowners in our community. The objective is not to get rid of trees and bushes, it is to be aware of the views they might block. The Development Standards has a list of prohibited plant species and also a new list of approved trees that hopefully will be used if you are considering a new plant. As you are all aware, water is a valued commodity in our world today, so please consider this when planting. We moved to the desert because of its beauty, so why not plant drought-tolerant cacti and succulents? For submittals pertaining to home expansions and patio covers, Board Policy 006-002 has been revised for clarity and to simplify preparing an application. The privacy walls
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section has been expanded to allow tubes matching your slatted patio cover to cascade downward along the sides of your patio. Acceptable colors have also been added to slatted patio covers, and window colors have expanded to include black, the new bronze and cream. Permit guidelines have been established so you can plan accordingly with your vendors. Continuing the desirability of our community does not happen unless you become involved. Please consider joining the ARC team, a great way of meeting neighbors and having a fun and rewarding experience.
Artisan Center Renovation Task Force Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com See SCOV calendar for meeting dates, time and location
The Artisan Center Renovation Task Force (ACRTF) meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month as needed. The SCOV website will have current meeting notices. The current ACRTF practice is for ACRTF members and up to 15 guests to attend in person. All others may attend via Zoom. An updated version of “A Discussion of the Existing and Future Facility Requirements for the Artisan Clubs of SCOV” is available on the SCOV website. The SCOV website (go to Members > Committees > ACRTF) provides the ACRTF Charter and other information for the task force.
Community Directory Chair Lisa Collins 812-344-4773 scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory
Our Community Directory is on the SCOV website, and it’s updated every month. Remember, new homeowners are unlisted by default, even if you moved within SCOV. To update your listing in the directory, the preferred method is to complete the online form “Change your directory listing.” Otherwise, you can fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center. Do you have a gorgeous photo of a SCOV setting that would be perfect for the cover of our Community Directory? It’s time for our annual paper directory cover contest. Submit your best SCOV photo by Sunday, June 19. Go to www. scovaz.com/members/services/miscellaneous/ and click on SCOV Photo Contest Form. Your masterpiece could end up on the cover of the Community Directory or the Tipster.
Consumer Referral - Vendor List Susanna Moran scovconsumerservices@gmail.com
The Vendor List is on the SCOV website. After logging in, go to Members > Member Services > Consumer Referral Vendor List. The Vendor List also may be viewed at the monitor’s desk at Catalina Vista during business hours (during Activity Center renovation). Please check the Vendor List often, as changes are made frequently. Vendors should email Susanna Moran to inquire about applying to be on the Vendor List.
Finance-Budget Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com Quarterly Zoom meetings on Mondays. Check SCOV calendar for dates and times.
The Finance-Budget Committee (FBC) meetings are typically held quarterly. The FBC meeting practice is to allow FBC members and up to 15 residents to attend in person. All others may attend via Zoom. The SCOV website provides the Zoom link. When necessary, the FBC will meet more frequently (e.g.,
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budget preparation, audit results and when information is requested by the Board of Directors). Find meeting dates, times, location and other information on the SCOV website under Members > Committees > Finance-Budget. Current financial information is also available on the website under Members > Financials.
Food and Beverage Chair Wendy Hughes whughes851@hotmail.com First Thu., 2-3 PM, WC1
Summer is coming, and many of our residents will be leaving for cooler climates. The Views Restaurant, lounge, patio and terrace are still open and ready to provide excellent service and great entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays. SCOV received a number of distinctions in the Explorer’s recent “Best of the Northwest 2022.” The Views Restaurant received an Honorable Mention for Restaurant Curbside Pickup, Happy Hour and Oro Valley Restaurant. The restaurant also was recommended as the Best Live Venue. If you get the opportunity, please congratulate Errick Owens, restaurant manager and Azura Romero, chef and kitchen manager.
Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu B-I-N-G-O! Did you miss the fun at our first round of Book Bingo? Well, don’t worry. You can come this month on Wednesday, May 18, 3 - 4 PM, WC3. The Friends of the Library (FOL) is sponsoring Book Bingo every third Wednesday of the month. Open to the whole community. Your cash donation of $5 pp at the door will support the SCOV Library. Bring your own nibbles and beverage. Use SignUpGenius on the FOL page to reserve your spot or call Sherry Small 520-308-5735. We invite avid readers to write reviews of their favorite books published between November 2021 and September 2022. This year it will take a village to fill BJ Kass’ shoes for the November Great Reads. BJ is moving on, so we are looking to you, our SCOV reading community, to share your book suggestions. Reviews will be presented at the November 10 FOL Great Reads. Call Andrea Houston 520-8256919 or Sherry Small 412-915-1667 for review parameters and details.
Gift Shop Co-Chairs Melanie Stinson 971-506-8655, Maxine Yunker 970-691-7990 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 AM-4 PM, Sat., 10 AM-1 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop Featured artists for May are Don Jovag and Elaine Woods. Don is known for his food-safe wooden bowls and platters that feature intricate designs created with different colors and varieties of wood. When you feel one of
these bowls, you get an appreciation for the quality of his work and his meticulous attention to detail. Don also makes beautiful and durable wooden bracelets, hoop earrings, charcuterie boards and urns. Elaine Woods is a gourd sculptor. After carving the gourd, she dyes the outside, drills holes around the gourd, then prepares pine needles, softening them to a certain pliability to be able to work with them. Elaine also makes silver pendants from the prickly inside of the cleaned gourd, using the lost wax casting method. They look very detailed, lacy and delicate. Please come in and enjoy the work of all our wonderful resident artists in a cool space on a hot day.
Government Affairs Chair Earl Vittitoe earlvv@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 PM, on Zoom
The nonpartisan Government Affairs Committee conducts political forums and secures speakers on issues that are of special interest to our community.
Holiday Lights Chair Linda Bretz 603-459-4219 lindaebretz1@gmail.com www.SCOVLites.com
Hard at work growing our holiday floral display.
are made so far, and there are more to go. Workshop space is filled with a wait list started. Thank you for your interest.
Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1 (currently not meeting) Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 AM www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/
The Loan Room is a free service to all SCOV residents and is open from 8-9 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The website is available to list the types of equipment we have available, and you may also come in to look at items when we are open. Reservations may be made up to two months in advance either on the website or by coming to the Loan Room. This is the time of year when many of our residents are away for an extended period, so if you have equipment from us, please be sure to return it before leaving. Please do not leave items outside the doors when we are not open, and do not ask the maintenance personnel to open the door for you. We need you to come in so we can credit you with your return. Please come in to see what we have available to meet your needs.
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The Holiday Lights Committee and our SCOV volunteers are already getting into the holiday spirit. Three different types of flowers
SCOV Name Tags Name tags with our logo are $10 each. The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.
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Long Range Planning Chair Sharon Kennedy kennesk@comcast.net Second and Fourth Wed., 10 AM, on Zoom
The purpose of our committee is to develop and recommend to the Board a rolling 5 to 10 year plan to maintain and further enhance the quality of life for current residents, while ensuring SCOV remains competitive in attracting additional active, involved people to our community. Committee documents, past agendas, minutes and our Request Project Consideration form are available on the SCOV website. Our meetings are open to all residents.
Neighborhood Pride Co-chairs Anita Nisonger and Janette Simister Questions, 520-917-8079 scoroval@ciramail.com Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 Before We Know It Before we know it, summer will be here, and we bid farewell to those who leave our community for the hot months ahead. Remember to have someone look after your home and yard while you are away, even if you are only gone for part of the time. A messy yard is an indication that you are gone, and it puts your home and belongings in what could be an unsafe situation. During our monsoon season, weeds grow in abundance and need to be removed as quickly as possible. With possible storms, there are times when it’s necessary to reach homeowners due to roof tile damage and/or downed trees. Don’t forget to leave your summer address and phone number with Administration in the event they need to reach you. Have a great summer knowing that your community and home here will look just as nice when you return as when you left.
Posse Chair Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 posse@5LP.com First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis www.scovaz.com/members/committees/posse
The Posse needs you. Welcome to the new Posse members. We’re delighted to have you. We continue to need volunteers to go on posse patrols, six hours a year (two 3-hour shifts). We also are looking for two new board members. Two current board members have served 10 and 18 years each and are ready to move on to other endeavors. This is an opportunity for you to help the Posse and serve your community. Call Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 for information.
Properties Chair Rich Oaks richoaks114@gmail.com Third Thu., 9 AM, WC1 and via Zoom
The Properties Committee conducts a number of facility and Chalk Creek Wash inspections throughout the year. During the inspections, participants make notes and take photos of their observations relating to safety, functional or appearance issues. Those notes and photos are assimilated into a draft report that is reviewed and edited by all committee members. The final report is then forwarded to Association management for resolution by staff. The committee is pleased to report that most recent observations have been appearance issues. The number of safety and functional issues have decreased during the past several years. Our recent meetings have been in person and via Zoom. Please see the calendar on the SCOV website for scheduled meeting dates, times and meeting format.
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Tipster Editorial Co-chair Karen Koopmans 520-818-6337 skkoops@gmail.com Co-chair Karla Erdahl 480-205-1931 karrd.9@gmail.com
Why is my photo so small? If the photo you submitted for the Tipster looks like a postage stamp, you probably selected “small” when you sent the photo from your phone to your email. Be sure to select “large” or “actual size” for cell phone photos so that you won’t need a magnifying glass to view them in the Tipster. If you are a new submitter for your committee or club, download the “Guide to Submitting Tipster Articles” from the Tipster page of the SCOV website www.suncityorovalley. com/news-info/the-tipster/.
Golfing experience that provides professional and friendly service, mountain views and excellent conditions.
Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086
We had another busy and successful season this year. Our new rates and membership information for the 2022-2023 season will be available on the website the first week of May, www. theviewsgolfclub.com. Please be aware of some important dates coming up regarding the maintenance of the golf course. At the end of April, we aerated tees and will be continuing throughout the summer, as needed. A pre-emergent herbicide was applied to tees, fairways and roughs to prevent the goosegrass from growing during summer and fall. During the first week of May, aeration of the roughs continues with no closure necessary. On May 12, the practice green will be aerated starting at 9 AM and will be closed until the project is complete. The greens aeration begins May 16 with the back nine being closed for the day, but allowing play on the front nine. On the following day, May 17, the front nine will be aerated and the back nine will be open. Please indicate when booking starting times, whether you will play nine holes only, or play the same nine twice. Starting on May 31, the fairways will be top-dressed and solid-tine aeration begins on the back nine, which will be closed through June 2. The following week, June 6-8, the front nine will be closed for aeration. Thank you for a great season, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the months and years ahead.
Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063
This May will be both the same and different than previous years in regard to golf course maintenance. This year is different without the process of transitioning winter ryegrass out of the Bermuda grass since we didn’t overseed. This was one of the big reasons the fairways weren’t overseeded, because it will allow the Bermuda grass a full growing season to establish a better root system without the competition from another grass growing on top of it. However, the maintenance of the fairways, tees and greens
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will be the same as every summer. In May, the greens will be aerated and topdressed to reduce compaction and encourage new root growth. The fairways are going to be aerated and heavily topdressed in June. Even though the fairways were not overseeded, the Bermuda grass still needs the addition of sand to improve soil conditions while reducing organic content. The combination of no transition this year and performing our normal maintenance practices will result in very thick roughs and fairways. The thickness of the fairways and roughs eventually leads to problems. The grass grows faster than it can be mowed, which results in lots of clippings and eventually scalped areas. The scalped areas turn brown, and the excess clippings lead to messy conditions that impact playability. In response, the fairways will be verticut multiple times to thin the turf canopy, and mowing heights will be raised. By not overseeding this year, the fairways will be extremely healthy leading to problems most golf courses wish they had, having too much grass.
Follow The Views Golf on Instagram: @theviewsgolf Golf Advisory Chair Kevin Devaney 708-732-2943 SCOVgolfadvisory@gmail.com Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3
The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Rocky Gedrose mgedrose1@gmail.com 770.331.8281 Membership Dean Silverlock dsilverlock8@gmail.com Play Wed. AM
Summer is almost upon us, and it’s a great time to join The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club. The grass is greening up nicely, and the course is looking good. If you’re looking for good people, good golf at a beautiful location and friendly competition, you’ve come to the right place. New members are always welcome to join in the fun. This month’s helpful tip: 99.9% of putts that don’t get to the hole don’t go in :-) May 4 - Progressive Better Ball May 11 - Individual Low Net May 18 - Team Stableford May 25 - Step-Aside Scramble
Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Tod Milton 520-256-0962 theodore.r.milton@gmail.com Play Thu. morning
The Nine-Hole Club wants you. The club is going strong, and we are continuing to look for new players. If you are a golfer who wants to golf in a relaxed and fun way, well, we’re the club for you. Contact membership chair, Larry Hafner, solring1949@gmail.com, and don’t forget to sign up for Hole-in-One insurance. The pot is over $1,000. New board members are: Pres., Tod Milton; VP, Quinton Anderson; Treas., Dean Chapman; Sec., Jerry Moss; Membership Chair, Larry Hafner.
Join the Posse The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch Keep our neighborhood safe Call Linda Simon 520-789-7169
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The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Beckie Harkey bharkey2@gmail.com VP/Membership Rob Ranson phyllisranson@yahoo.com League play Tue. mornings This spring our league members participated in two major competitions. The President’s Cup is single elimination, using a match play format. This event is played over several weeks. The 2021-22 President’s Cup winner was Susan Olson. Our season culminates with the Women’s 18Hole Club Championship. The event is played over a three-day period, Tuesday, Friday and TuesLeft: President’s Cup winner, Susan Olson; day, using a stroke play right: Club Champion, Barbara Hall format. To win the Club Championship, you must play from the white tees and have the lowest cumulative gross score over the three days. The 2022 Club Champion is Barbara Hall. There are also gross and net winners for each of the flights. Congratulations to Barbara, Susan and all the winners, for a job well done.
The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Marilyn Tyreman thunderlaw70@yahoo.com 520-548-4483 Membership Carol Johnson johncjj@frontier.com 425-343-7138 Play Thu. mornings
The 9-Hole Women’s Club members in this picture played at the SaddleBrooke Women’s Invitational. The group plays at many of the local ladies clubs’ special events, and we play all summer long. Officially, the group starts in November with games, luncheons and activities. Join us now if you’re here yeararound or in the fall if that’s your preference. We welcome new members.
Holiday Hours Memorial Day Monday, May 30 AFC/Pool, 5 AM-6 PM Desert Oasis, 9 AM-4 PM The Views Restaurant, 7 AM-8 PM Pro Shop, 6 AM-5 PM All Other Facilities Will Be Closed
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Coming Events Convenient community restaurant, lounge and terrace offering an enjoyable experience in food, drinks and entertainment.
Food & Beverage Management Team Errick Owens, Restaurant Manager eowens@suncityorovalley.com 520-825-3277 Azura Romero, Kitchen Manager aromero@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8074
As summer approaches, we start to see things change here in the desert. The trees start to bloom and the temperature starts to get hotter. With this change we’ll be launching a new menu on May 9, so please stop in and try some of our new offerings for this season. We hope you will enjoy the new dishes as well as Azura Romero the new drinks. Join us on Mother’s Day, 8 AM - 5 PM, for a limited menu of churro French toast with a choice of side, $12; chicken roulade (chicken stuffed with asparagus) with a white wine caper sauce, served with roasted vegetables and roasted potatoes, $16; or prime rib with baked potatoes and vegetables, $20; and strawberry cheesecake for dessert. Hope you all have a safe spring and summer season.
Community Foundation Art Wickersham 520-245-1357 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org
At 7:45 AM, most of us have not even gotten our eyes open yet. But, there is a group of Sunrisers Exercise Club members who cannot wait to get moving. With their regular classes canceled due to Covid, this group continSunrisers Exercise Club ued to meet on the Kiva Patio lead by YouTube videos on an iPad. With the commencement of the Activity Center construction, the group began meeting in Studio 1 and 2 of the Fitness Center but found the TVs were old and not compatible with streaming. Following a request to your Sun City Vistoso Foundation, a grant was made for the purchase of a new TV so that all of the participants could see and follow the videos. If you need to get your blood flowing on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings (and at our age, don’t we all?), join this active group. You will feel better and your day will be terrific.
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Items included in this section must be open to all residents and be either sponsored by the Association or be an annual club event of interest to the entire community. Check the website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.
Every Day, 3-6 PM The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Join us for happy hour food and drink specials.
Every Wednesday, 9 AM-1 PM Open Air Market Don’t forget to drop by the market behind the Welcome Center between 9 AM and 1 PM. Each week there may be new vendors. Shop in the convenience of our own community. Let’s keep this market going with your purchases.
Monday, May 9, 10 AM- Noon SCOV Gift Shop Monday Madness Sale Mark your calendar for our last Monday Madness sale of the season with bargains galore including jewelry, wood, fused glass, pottery, fabrics, cards and much, much more. We set up in front of the gift shop. This is an easy and convenient way to shop while supporting your resident artists. We hope to see you.
Tuesday, May 17, 4-6 PM Let’s Play Corn Hole Both sets of the corn hole game will be set up on the half basketball court at Desert Oasis. Come on down and play a game or two or learn how to play.
Wednesday, May 18, 6 PM Indoor Movie Enjoy an afternoon movie with friends and neighbors at Catalina Vista. The movie title will be announced as the date nears. We can seat 120 residents. You will need to pick up a free ticket in advance.
Free tickets can be obtained on Thu., May 12, starting at 8 AM, from Coco or Pam at the Welcome Center
Tuesday, May 31, 9 AM Tipster Collation Tipster collation will be done at Catalina Vista. To sign up, email carolynlerchtipster@gmail.com. Thank you in advance.
Monday, June 13, 9-11 AM Dispose-a-Med The SCOV Community Foundation, in cooperation with the Oro Valley Police Department will be holding another Dispose-a-Med event at the Vistoso Community Church, 1200 Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Please bring your unused and/or expired medications to this event. Only pills will be accepted. A special thanks to the Vistoso Community Church for allowing us to use their facility for this event.
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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.
Flaming cloud at sunset. Photo by Claire Letourneaux
Who’s looking at who? Michelle DeMarais spotted this Cooper’s hawk
Sandhill cranes at sunset near Willcox, Arizona. Photo by Steve Holmes
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Workshops and Classes
Association-Sponsored Fitness Online advance registration is required for all classes at www. suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities. Check www. suncityorovalley.com for current information. There is a $2 fee per class. Currently, punch passes must be purchased online: $20 for 10 classes or an annual pass for $300. You can register for classes and purchase passes at www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/fitness. Class descriptions may be found at www.suncityorovalley. com/amenities-facilities. Questions, call 520-917-8073. Aqua Zumba®: Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC Pool Balance Class: Mon.,10:30-11:30 AM, AFC Chair Balance Class: Resumes meeting in October Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 AM, Sat., 9-10 AM, Catalina Vista Core Conditioning: Wed., Fri., 3-4 PM, AFC. Sweat Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Personal trainer one-on-one training. Call Ray Jerkins 520-907-2338 for an appointment. Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes An AED class will take place on Wednesday, May 25, 1:30 PM, WC1. It is so important to have the knowledge to save a loved one. Each of our facilities has a machine. Contact Lonnie Davis to make a reservation for this class 520-917-8073 or ldavis@suncityorovalley.com. Parkinson’s Exercise Club Classes are Mondays and Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM. Call Ray Jerkins 520-907-2338 to make an appointment. Classes are held in the Welcome Center, WC3.
Memoriam Barbara Mueller Laura Menzel Gil Mueller
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Enter the Community Phone Directory Cover Photo Contest Do you have a gorgeous photo of a SCOV setting that would be perfect for the cover of our Community Directory? Submit your best SCOV photo(s) by Sunday, June 19. Log in at scovaz.com > members > services > miscellaneous and click on SCOV Photo Contest Form.
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Clubs Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Art League Pres. Lee Sopwith 208-447-8282 leesoppy@gmail.com
Featured artist this month is Steve Lloyd. His artwork often reflects his career as an architect. “Painting in acrylic, I enjoy combining geometry with natural forms.” In this case, a house visible from the Linda Vista trail Steve Lloyd painting is partly hidden by the natural landscape. “I enjoy working in the Open Art Studio at Catalina Vista because of the spacious facility and the interaction with fellow artists in the form of supportive commentary and inspiration gained from others’ work.” Make sure to visit our exceptional SCOV Library to find the latest installation of SCOV art.
Bark Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary
Come to the Artisan Center Lapidary Room on Tuesday afternoon and/or Thursday morning and see what the cottonwood bark carvers are up to. If you think you might want to try cottonwood bark carving, the club has bark and tools to get you started. If you are already doing bark carving, come by and carve with us and join the conversation.
Clay Pres. John Grandner 240-271-9585; VP Barb Peterson 612-710-9421 www.scovclayclub.com On March 11, Clay Club members Bill Snead and Beth Colaizy presented a class focusing on the aesthetic considerations of the visual and tactile beauty of mug handles. The class of five participants soon came to realize that Bill likes nothing better than teaching. For the last 12 years, he has concentrated on throwing large bowls, but he has a special interest in mug handles as well. Bill says, “I like the mug to be both comfortable and pretty.” Beth began her pottery journey in 2003. Beth says, “I create functional pottery,
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especially for the kitchen.” Her special interests are mugs and bowls. Our Clay and Glaze Studio windows continue to be filled with beautiful examples of both thrown and hand-built pottery. Take a stroll on a warm evening to the Artisan Center Courtyard, sit on one of the benches by the whimsical totems and just enjoy.
Colored Pencil Plus Sue Parkes 520-825-7307, Bette McGrath 815-347-4282 Fri., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio If you appreciate fine detail in art, our club may be just the group for you. We have colored pencil and scratchboard artists who will be happy to get you started. Basic drawing skills are helpful, but not essential. We hope you will join us.
Vera Miedema displaying her beautiful colored pencil piece Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 520-818-2343 Nov.-May, Mon., 1-4 PM, Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Lapidary Room
The gourd artists have been having a great time working on a club project, a gourd quilt, and we hope to have a picture of the completed work ready for the next Tipster issue. We have been thinking about the summer hours for the club and are happy to announce that with two monitors available most of the time, we will be able to open our doors during the summer months. If a monitor is not able to be there on a Monday afternoon or on a Friday morning, a note will be posted on the door of the Lapidary Room. Come in and see us.
Some squares for our gourd quilt are completed. More to come
Japanese Flower Arranging Donald Marier 520-825-4878 dolmar21@gmail.com Nov.-May, Second and Fourth Mon., 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
Japanese flower arranging, Ikebana, is the art of arranging flowers, branch materials, grasses and leaves. At its core is the beauty resulting from a combination of color, shapes and graceful lines. More than simple floral decoration, it is a form of sculpture with plant materials. Learn from certified instructors at your own pace and make creative arrangements for your home.
Knit and Crochet Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069 janemail11@yahoo.com Tue., 2:30-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
If you have a knit or crochet project, or would like to learn, come and join us. An ongoing group project is making croceted mats out of plastic shopping bags. You can participate in this project by cutting the bags into strips, stringing the strips into plastic yarn (plarn) and/or crocheting them into mats. If you wish to donate bags, please flatten clean Fry’s, Safeway, or Walmart bags and stack them by color. You can then fold all the stacks over into one, no need to fasten them together. This effort on your part greatly streamlines the cutting and crochet process. Please do not drop off newspaper bags as they do not work for this project, unfortunately.
Donna Peterson and Coni Arseneau work on sleeping mats for the homeless in Tucson
Bags can be dropped into a basket on Jane Fairchild’s front porch any time at 1750 E. Crown Ridge Way. Thank you for helping us do good.
Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 520-907-3469 fjfaust1030@gmail.com Second Fri., 8:30 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers What is this and what’s it made of? Models are often representational (ships, cars, trains) or derived from science fiction or fantasy (think Star Wars or Lord of the Rings). Sometimes they are completely works of imagination. You will have to decide for yourself whether this object is animal, vegetable or mineral. Typically, our club members build kits or make their models from scratch using wood, plastic, metal and Photo by Tom Prall paint. John Collin fashioned this exotic creature in full color using a bit of desert flora, which is the seed pod of the plant known as devil’s claw. Stop by the Modelers Room in the Artisan Center, or join us for our next monthly meeting on May 13 and kickstart your creative juices.
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Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 carolm93@comcast.net Tues., Wed., Thu. and Sat. 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio
Artists: Some of you may have already left for the whole summer, and others will be leaving on short trips. While you are away enjoying the scenery, take photos, make sketches with colored pencils or try watercolor. Try something new. For those of you staying in SCOV, come to the Art Studio to paint with other artists.
Vistoso Photo Pres., Ed Caine 425-760-7662 Club information www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com
The Vistoso Photo Club is on summer hiatus. Our next program will be in September.
Seniors for Kids Co-Pres. Jean Sax 651-436-4243 jeanazmn@gmail.com Co-Pres. Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Sewing/Crafting, Mon., 1-3 PM, Wed., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Wooden toy making, various times, Artisan Center/Wood Shop First Thu., 8-9 AM, Catalina Vista; no meetings May-Sep. SFK is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization
Thank you for all the work that has been done by our members and the community to support our charitable groups around Arizona. Thank you to POP Tennis for their monetary donation. Please come Just a peek in our display window to see what we have to work and made this season. share stories during the summer, as we will all be busy working the hours shown in the heading.Have a happy and productive summer.
Sewing Thimblelenas
“Empty Glasses” by Ed Caine
Sculpture Pres. Laurie Lichaa 520-991-9953 Mon., 9 AM-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio
The Sculpture Club meets Mondays in the Art Studio in Catalina Vista. If you are interested in becoming a member of our club or learning more about what we do, please stop by Monday mornings or contact Laurie Lichaa, president. If you would like to see some of our work, we have sculptures in the display cases in Catalina Vista and the SCOV Library.
Sue Lane 520-971-8755 sklane6970@aol.com Co-Treas. Phyllis Austin 805-341-5176, Pat Norton 480-993-8762 Times and calendar sign-up: www.bit.ly/thimblelena-signup
Beginning May 1, Thimblelenas members will need to use SignUpGenius only for reserving time on the embroidery and quilting machines. This may change if circumstances require. The Pfaffs, sergers and table spaces will be on a first come basis. A monitor must be present, and members must have machine orientation. Club times are posted on the Sewing Room door. Please contact one of the numbers above with questions. For machine orientation or a refresher, contact Carol Meyers at 715-754-2824. For monitor training, call Suzanne Stiles at 805-748-3206. Casa Amigas
Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 Mon. and Thu., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing
This picture was taken in April at the Sculpture Club’s annual pizza party, prior to members starting their summer travels. During this year, the club gained seven members that signed up and participated in a class taught by Aleda Haug. Several projects have been completed by various members, and some of the pictures have been shared in the past year Tipster articles. The club also had to deal with supply chain issues, as polymer clay orders were delayed; however, that did not hamper the creativity of the members of the sculpture group.
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The Sewing Room is quieter these days after the departure of seasonal residents. It’s a time to slow things down, even though we continue to work on our projects. Currently, we are sewing capri pants for girls, which include a colorful tank top. There are a few quilters working on child and baby quilts. It’s also time to clean out closets and cupboards and take stock of what’s on hand. Even though we are small in number, we’re mighty in spirit. Now would be a good time to join Thimblelenas and get oriented to the Sewing Room. Or, stop in any Monday or Thursday morning to discover what Casa Amigas is all about. Cheer Bears
Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Wed., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing
Cheer Bears have been very busy this winter and we have filled our shelves. We really enjoy spending time together and will now be distributing many of our bears to new homes this summer. We have put some of our Cheer Bears in the Gift Shop
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for sale, and all funds will go to our club to purchase the supplies we need to keep on marching. So, stop by the Gift Shop to see the bears and maybe purchase one for that grandchild you want to thrill. Our thanks go to the Tennis Club for the generous cash donation from the tournament they held last month. Costs for material and stuffing have increased. Thank you also for your donations of stuffing and flannel. Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts
Coni Arseneau 217-398-1416 coniarseneau@gmail.com Carrie Wiley 360-734-5952 ecwiley@gmail.com Tue., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing www.scovhookers.weebly.com
The Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts group meets Tuesday mornings in the Sewing Room. If you are interested in our group, stop between 9-11 AM. The group provides materials and instruction for those interested in learning hooking. People involved in other arts using fiber are invited to join our group.
Shown here is Carol Sallmann’s project. The top left shows her project drawn on vellum paper (tracing paper). Carol then used a hot iron transfer pencil to outline the pattern. Monk’s cloth on the top right is the material she chose for the foundation. The image was then transferred to the foundation using a hot iron. On the bottom right is the outcome of the transfer. Some of the lines appear faint but can be darkened with a marker. Pet Beds
Jan Bohe 520-825-9725 Tue., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing
Come to Pet Beds and help us cut up fabrics to make comfy beds for the dogs and cats at the Humane Society. We use washable recycled fabric scraps and polyester fiberfill to make all sizes of pet beds. We hope to make those animals comfortable while they are waiting for adoption. Why not join us? For more information, call Jan.
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Sharon Larsen 520-818-2791 SharLarsen@gmail.com Training Coordinator Karin Frohlich 520-612-7379 4D Computer Training Debra Dirks 520-825-2248 www.facebook.com/groups/SCOVMachineEmb/ Third Tue., 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo. No meetings May-Sep. Quilters
Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Show ‘n Share Leader Deb Wehrung 267-377-6760 debwehrung@gmail.com Every Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista
Finding new interests can result in helping others. A member for three years, Linda Terp joined Show ‘n Share on the recommendation of neighbor Marilyn Alletzhauser. Linda brought greeting cards to work on, then discovered the need for greeting cards for nursing home residents through fellow member Debra Dirks. Linda especially enjoys the camaraderie of creating with others, the intent of Show ‘n Share. Linda participates in Pet Beds, volunteering her time with fellow “cut-ups” for the Humane Society. She enjoys walking and time spent with her husband, John, and their cat, Mittens.
Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Rich Rozehnal 520-638-6368 rozehnal@comcast.net Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM, when monitors available Member meetings first Mon. of each month, 2 PM, Artisan Center/Silver Shop
SCOV residents interested in joining: Please visit the shop and speak to the monitor about scheduling training. Our featured artist of the month is Rose Stapfer, an Arizona native. She joined the Silversmith Club, “Los Plateros,” 27 years ago, after trying four or five other art forms. She recalls that Keith Staley was her mentor. He was a very accomplished silversmith and geologist and was active in the club until age 99. Rose served on the board for several years as treasurer, secretary and membership chairman. She is also one of the shop monitors and a trainer for new members. Rose believes that Rose Stapfer silversmithing is a very rewarding hobby. You use your creativity in both the cutting of stones and making the silver piece. Upon completion, you have created a piece of jewelry that you can enjoy wearing. She strongly recommends giving it a try, especially if you like to create something with your hands. Rose’s beautiful jewelry is on display in the Silversmith Shop windows.
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Stained/Fused Glass Daniel Stasi 815-762-3636 scovglassclub@gmail.com Studio Manager Ellen Jordano 763-807 0184 elleninplymouth@gmail.com Open to members 8 AM-9 PM www.scovglassclub.weebly.com We are extremely fortunate to call the Kearsings fellow members of our glass studio. They are talented and ingenious artists, who have created hundreds of pieces of artistic glass items. They both spent many years instructing others researching Bonnie’s ultimate goal: this gorgeous stained glass parrot. and the art of designJohn just loves creating, such as this winsome and cheery ing with glass. balloon fused-glass piece. The SCOV Glass Club was one of the main reasons for choosing a home in our community. Our club far exceeds what most clubs do, according to John. Bonnie and John both agree on what makes our club superior. Our members are exceptionally friendly and always willing to share their knowledge. Both like the fact that any and all tools necessary are accessible. Interestingly, Bonnie and John resided in a motor home for fifteen years and visited all fifty states. Isn’t it nice that they chose Oro Valley as their permanent residence? Pertinent information above. Please visit us soon. We generate innovation.
Wood Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Sat., 9-Noon, Artisan Center/Lapidary
Come by the Artisan Center/Lapidary Room on Saturday morning, meet some wood carvers and see what projects they are working on. While you’re there, check out the Carvers’ Club window displays of bark carvings, wood carvings and gourd art. If you think you might be interested in wood carving, we can help you get started with some basswood, tools, a project and basic instruction. If you are already a wood carver, bring your tools and a project and join the conversation.
Woodworking Pres. Gary Casner 303-880-4120 gcasner1@comcast.net VP Karen Curry 708-822-3057 kindheart77@att.net Next meeting Thu., May 19, time and place TBA www.scovwoodworkingclub.com
A new training program has just been designed for all Woodworking Club members who wish to enhance their woodworking skills. This has been a joint effort by some of the Wood Shop’s senior monitors, including this month’s featured woodworker, Dave Goff. Dave developed a love for woodworking in junior and senior high school. After 40 years as a structural engineer, he rediscovered this early love after moving to SCOV four years ago. He speaks freely about the high level of talent among his fellow woodworkers and their friendly willingness to share their knowledge and experience. Dave spends his summers
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in Washington. While here, he’s created several beautiful pieces of woodworking artistry (see photo). A new member orientation is held at the Wood Shop the first Wednesday of each month at 4 PM. Call Bill Norton at 480-980-5493 for further instructions. For questions or more information, please visit the website or call an officer.
Dave Groff’s floating top table
Continuing Education Astronomy Pres. Allan Mashburn 435-219-0042 scovastronomy@gmail.com Oct.-May, Catalina Vista, date and time varied due to Activity Center remodel, check website www.scovastronomy.weebly.com The Astronomy Club’s next meeting is Thursday, May 12, 7-9 PM, Catalina Vista. This will be the last meeting of the 2021-2022 season. Our guest speaker is Jim Scotti, Apollo 15 mission. NASA photo who will give a talk about Apollo moon landings and Apollo projects. He is associated with the Spacewatch Survey at Lunar and Planetary Laboratory at UArizona. Please add the meeting to your calendar. Beginning next season, our meetings will be the third Wednesday of the month, 7 PM, October 2022 through April 2023, Catalina Vista. No more Saturday nights or Wednesday afternoon meetings. Thank you, Allan Mashburn, for securing this schedule
Bible Studies Men’s Bible Study
Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:15 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball Precept Women’s Bible Study
Pres. Elaine Farmer 253-318-0018 elaineruth@gmail.com Sec. Faith Heitmann 208-750-5886 quincie51@gmail.com Oct.-May, Wed., 8:50 AM, WC3
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Genealogy Pres. Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General meetings Oct.-May, Mon., 1 PM www.scvgs.org
Sun City Genealogy Society will hold our final in-person meeting on Monday, May 16, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. Please check the website for addition information about the meeting. Exciting news for all genealogists: The National Genealogical Society (NGS) will hold their annual conference in Sacramento, California, from May 24 - 28, 2022. There will be three methods to attend the conference: in-person, online at home and on demand at home. Check out the NGS website at www.ngsgenealogy.org for information about registering for this conference. More good news: the National Archives released the 1950 U.S. Census on April 1. The census is currently being indexed and will be available to club members on Ancestry and FamilySearch in the genealogy lab in the upcoming months. Check out where your family lived in 1950.
was previously published in “The Write Launch”): His eyes were sunshine / my eyes pooling rain drops together we were morningdew / moonbeams searching the dark the torch of peace in the night / cascades of wisteria in purple and white we were yoke and withers / trotting together to unseen commands we reveled in each other’s goodness / costumed for the ball of our lives god and goddess frolicking/parting waters weathering fire and ice Our present plan is to continue Zooming our meetings throughout the summer, enabling those who change locations to participate. Newcomers are always welcome to receive an invitation.
SCOV Technology Club Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 paulgsherwood@gmail.com Technology Club help desk 520-329-7661 scovtech@gmail.com www.scovcomputer.com
Great Books Pres. Barbara Gates 302-354-6615 VP Maryfaith Fox 612-414-7789 maryfaith.fox@gmail.com Oct.-Apr., First and Third Wed., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
Our club provides a twice-a-month opportunity for discussions of challenging ideas using the anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation. The topics and genres vary widely, but the conversation is always thoughtful and lively. We meet twice a month, October through April, and will start a new volume, Great Conversations 3, in the fall. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information, please contact Barbara or Maryfaith.
ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Mary Lee Fitzgerald fitzgerald.marylee@gmail.com www.suncityilr.com
The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) is returning to in-person classes for its fall term beginning in October. A long-time favorite, and co-founder of ILR, Gene Bammel is scheduled to teach “Philosophers Speak of God: From Plato to Whitehead.” ILR has the largest membership of all SCOV clubs and will celebrate its 20th anniversary in January 2023. Thanks to the creative leadership of the Bammels, the Myersons and so many more volunteers, ILR delivers an impressive array of adult learning opportunities here in Sun City. Information on registration, membership and ways to become involved can be found on the ILR website.
Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Third Wed., Nov.-Apr. or May www.scovwellness.com Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-331-1092 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10 AM-Noon, WC1, Zoom meetings first Mon. of the month
Metaphor is a figure of speech that allows poets to embellish their writing by creating vivid images that transcend literal meanings. Metaphors tend to activate imagination and broaden the reader’s understanding of what the writer wishes to convey. “Playing with Metaphor” is an excellent example of club member Christa Lubatkin’s skillful use of this device to describe a real or imaginary couple (this poem
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Cultural & Social SCOV Charity Works Pres. Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 1969kal@comcast.net VP Joyce Shaw 425-765-1415 jwshaw29@gmail.com Finance Kathie Fogle 360-710-8927 kauaikath@yahoo.com Sec. Lynn Parker 936-293-0304 Lynnquilts@outlook.com Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-262-5477 jkhrd2@aol.com Meetings second Tue., 9-10:30 AM, WC3
Our club benefits Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse and IMPACT of Southern Arizona Food Bank. We do not meet during the summer, but you may go to the Emerge website (www.emergecenter.org) for information regarding in-kind and monetary donations. The club plans to host our Accessories Boutique this Fall at Catalina Vista on October 29. We will be asking for donations of gently used jewelry, purses, hats, shoes, fashion jackets and sweaters. Our monthly meetings resume September 13, 9 AM, WC3. We will regularly update information about meetings, boutique donation locations and events in the monthly Tipster club article, the weekly “This Week In SCOV” and SCOV Facebook page.
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Democratic Club Richard Kopp 520-342-6633 richardkopp@mac.com Next meeting, Sat., May 28, 1 PM, Catalina Vista
Celebrate our democracy. Come join our Democratic Club in-person meeting and celebration on Saturday, May 28, 1-3 PM, Catalina Vista. Iced tea and finger foods will be offered. BYOB. We have invited as our special guests, the Democratic candidates for the Arizona Legislature from our new Legislative District 17. This is our opportunity to talk with them perhaps for the first time: Mike Nickerson, running for the AZ Senate, and Dana Allmond and Brian Radford, for the AZ House. Please wear a name tag and bring your card or fob to enter the building. We encourage you to wear your mask unless eating or drinking. RSVP to patbrown630@gmail. com by May 18.
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Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Membership Chairs: Peggy Perkins 650-279-0347 peggyandpups@comcast.net Marion Olson 623-229-9313 me_olson@hotmail.com www.scovff.weebly.com Facebook: www.bit.ly/FidosFacebook Next membership meeting: TBD Social meetups at the K-9 Korral in mornings and evenings
This is a month for “Thank You” and “Welcome Aboard.” Thank you goes to the outgoing Fido’s Friends board members, Chic Garner and Carol Tombre. Chic served as president and co-president over the years and is instrumenAllan Keller, Chic Garner, Mary Murck, Marion tal on getting many imOlson, Bertha Medina, Carol Tombre, provements completed Franci Buenger, Peggy Perkins. at the K-9 Korral. Carol has served on the board as treasurer and co-membership positions for several years and has really kept this club on track with her commitment to getting things done. We welcome three new board members: Pres., Mary Murck; CoSec., Bertha Medina and Co-Membership/Treas., Marion Olson. Thank you all for stepping forward. One final special thank you goes out to Rick Price and his staff at the Views Golf Club. They put on the Yappy Hour that our dogs and owners enjoy so much. It is a good time to meet other dog owners in SCOV that don’t necessarily use the dog park. Check “This Week In SCOV” for when these events are scheduled.
Garden Club Co-Pres. Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey90@msn.com Co-Pres. Peggy Knapp 520-825-0664 pegnap@gmail.com VP Charlotte Herbert 541-580-6289 charlotte.h12@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/view/scov-garden-club/home
May recommendations for gardeners: • Adjust your drip-irrigation timer to meet plant needs in warmer weather. • Apply regular watering to fruit-producing plants such as citrus. • Fertilize container flowers, roses and citrus late in the month. • Prepare beds for monsoon vegetable gardening. • Remove fading cool-season annuals and replace with warm-season growers. • Keep your compost pile moist and turn it weekly. • A container garden using five-gallon tubs is a good option for keeping a small garden. Enjoy your summer. Our next meeting will be in October.
Havurah David/Marilyn Smoler 520-818-7880 www.havurahscov.org
This month our community will bid goodbye to many of our winter visitors. We wish you all a happy and healthy summer, and look forward to seeing you again in the fall. Havurah’s new board of directors is busy planning an exciting 2022-2023 season of events for our members. Continue to check our website periodically for updates in programming. The Book Group will soon choose our selections for the coming season. Our last book of this season, The Last
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Jew, by Noah Gordon, will be discussed on Zoom, Tuesday, May 10, 3:30 PM. Our club will show the movie Everything is Illuminated, Monday, May 16, 6 PM, Catalina Vista. Come join us.
Mindfulness Meditation Club Summer contact Bonnie Grant-Baird BJGRANTB77@gmail.com Pres. Linda Bold lindabold6@gmail.com Sec. Sue Harrington sueellenharrington@gmail.com Tues., 3 PM, Catalina Vista
Mindfulness Meditation Club continues to meet weekly through the summer, 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Room. The format is 20 minutes discussion of mindfulness reading, 25 minutes silent sitting meditation, 10 minutes silent walking meditation and 25 minutes silent sitting meditation. We encourage everyone to come regardless of their experience or schedule. It is completely acceptable to come or leave quietly at any time based on your need. We welcome all to come and steep themselves in the insights that come from the stillness of silent meditation. For more information, you may arrive a few minutes early to ask those who regularly attend or email Sue or Linda.
Prepare & Share - Dining Pres. Debbie Kotlarek 262-899-5810 dlkotlarek@gmail.com VP Charlene Meyers 808-937-2178 macrolady.arizona@gmail.com www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com
This club provides an enjoyable social evening monthly during fall and spring, to get to know your SCOV neighbors who enjoy cooking (and eating) interesting food. Our four dinners in members’ homes (December - March) provide relaxing fun as we explore various cuisines (e.g. German, Indian, South American) One course in the Seafood Feast at or get creative with more Bob and Charlotte’s home ambiguous themes, such as Color. The March theme was Seafood Feast (see photo; many additional mouth-watering photos are on the website). Since everyone brings part of the shared meal, the hosts can be spared huge effort. Each dining group decides how to translate the month’s theme into menus. We also have catered events and an occasional summer potluck. We’ll email our members about this coming summer. Questions or suggestions? Please contact a club officer.
Republican Club Pres. Marilyn Rego 520-575-4022 mmrego@centurylink.net Second Mon., 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball scovrepublicanclub@gmail.com Scandinavian Heritage Club Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com
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Singles Clubs
States
Active Solos Club
Wisconsin Club
Leslie Fisher 520-955-4258 leslieafisher@yahoo.com or Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069, janemail11@yahoo.com www.scovsolos.com Spring is here, and Active Solos Club members have been enjoying a variety of outdoor events. We are an informal club, created to give unpartnered singles a chance to meet other singles and Active Solos relax at Westward Look after the Foothills have fun together. We meet monthly Art Walk in April on The Views Restaurant terrace for happy hour and socializing. If you are an unpartnered single, contact Jane or Leslie to become a member. Sun City Singles
Anne Rusch 920-202-0008, annerusch@yahoo.com
Wisconsinites were happy to be “Back Together Again” at the club’s annual party on Sunday, April 3. They enjoyed a delicious luncheon and danced the afternoon away to the music of Chuck Moses. A good time was had by all. Our committee is seeking energetic volunteers to share their ideas and talents in planning next year’s party. Contact Anne.
Sun City Variety Theatre Membership contact: Karen Alexander 909-379-8167 Sep.-Apr., Third Thu., 10 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
Pres. Anthony Delprete 520-989-0120 Ticket Sales Gail Brandt 520-825-7480 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 PM; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 PM We welcome guests. First time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities. On Thursday, May 12, The Views Restaurant will provide dinner for us at Desert Oasis Recreation Singles Club wine tasting in Sedona Center. We will be served citrus-marinated chicken, herbed rice, calabacitas (mixed veggies) and dessert. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour will be at 5:30 PM, followed by dinner at 6 PM. Entertainment will be provided by Rene Taylor, jazz and golden oldies vocalist. On Friday, May 27, we will celebrate happy hour at Desert Oasis. Bring your own favorite beverage. Social hour will be at 5:30 PM, followed by a light dinner at 6 PM. Entertainment will be provided by David Prouty. For further information, please contact Eleanor Mishur 520-818-3374.
Ticket sales Fri., May 6, 10-11 AM, Desert Oasis. Dinner tickets, $20 pp and happy hour tickets, $10 pp. Checks only please, payable to Sun City Singles Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar., Apr. (Cinco de Mayo Fiesta) Fourth Mon., 7 PM, Catalina Vista
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The lights are dimmed until our return in September. Thank you to all our SCOV friends and neighbors for attending our performance. Your enthusiasm made our blood, sweat and tears all worth it.
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Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com First Mon., 1 PM, Oct.-May, Catalina Vista www.vbscov.weebly.com Happy hour meet and greet, First Wed., 3:30 PM, The Views Restaurant Club meetings are monthly from October to May. Next meeting is Monday, May 2, 1 PM, Catalina Vista. Guest speaker is Sa’ad Allawi, Director of Strategy and Operations for Healing ArizoJoe Shambo briefs members on VA compensation na Veterans. and benefits Monthly speakers cover topics to inform club members of veteran organizations, VA compensation and entitlements. Relevant issues are addressed by email and during monthly meetings. Join us Wednesday, May 4, at The Views Restaurant for a meet and greet happy hour, 3:30-4:30 PM. Our current membership is over 280 veterans. May 1 begins our clothing collection. Donations of clothing and personal hygiene items for both male and female veterans will be accepted. Please separate and clearly mark female items. Donations will be made to Tucson Women Warriors and to the Tucson Veteran Mission. Bring items to 2145 E. Bighorn Mountain Dr. If you have an unserviceable U.S. flag, leave it wrapped inconspicuously at the above address. Please submit orders for Phase 2 of the Legacy Walkway by May 31. Go the Library or email Mike LaBarbera for a Legacy Brick order form.
Women’s Action Group of Oro Valley (WAG OV) Facilitator Anne Munoz 253-905-7747 queenanne9@yahoo.com Communications Kris Sigford 612-747-0487 raykris@aribo.com First Fri., 11 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball
WAG OV’s mission is to promote positive, progressive political change on issues affecting women and families.
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Dance
Ballroom - SC Starlight Beth Allen 248-763-6266 scovstarlightdance@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 21, 5-8 PM, Catalina Vista for a Hawaiian party and dance to move us into summer. This is a casual dance (think sundresses, Hawaiian shirts and shorts) with heavy hors d’oeuvres, punch and soft drinks provided. Enjoy a fun evening of dancing and visiting with friends before many leave for the hotter months. Stay tuned for upcoming ticket information. A quick reminder: We will vote for a slate of new board members at this dance and online for those who are unable to attend. As always, watch your email, “This Week In SCOV” and the club website for details of all upcoming events.
Folk Dance Pres. Siva Raven 505-469-7505 sivaraven@gmail.com Fri., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 www.scovFD.club
Last month’s highlight was dancing to live music with Sun City’s very own Klezmer Group.
Folk dancing is a wonderful way to exercise both your body and mind while socializing in the company of a warm and welcoming group. We encourage everyone who is fully vaccinated and boostered to join us and tour the world in music and dance. We review each dance prior to dancing, keeping in mind that the only mistake you can make is to not have fun. No experience, no partners required. Bonus: No meetings, no minutes, no dues; just dance, dance, dance. There is even a club website which lists each week’s dances along with a video link to each dance for those who like to watch or review dances at home. Please give it a try. Questions? Come and see, check out the website or call Raven.
Line - Sunliners Pres. Judy Widener 760-687-6377 judywidener@gmail.com Membership Karen Reich 520-403-2764 ktrfam123@gmail.com scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners
May dance sessions will occur in AFC 1 & 2 as follows (no hard-soled shoes): Wednesday Classes 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Intermediate 12:45-1:45 PM Beginner Saturday Practices 9-10 AM Intermediate 10:15-11:15 AM Beginner 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Transition to Beginners Sunday Practices 4-5 PM Transition to Intermediate
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Future events: Fun Friday, May 6, 6-8:30 PM, AFC, members and guests welcome. Social, Saturday, June 11, 5:30 -8:30 PM, Catalina Vista, members and guests welcome. Cost: $5 pp. Remember, you can always find the most up to date information about classes and practices on the website.
Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Renee Steinmetz scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Chair Jon Russell scovrandrclub@gmail.com
Dance under the stars with Chuck Moses on Thursday, May 19, 7-9 PM, in the golf cart parking lot behind The Views Restaurant. This will be our last dance until September. Hope to see you there.
Tickets on sale Tue., May 10, starting at 8:30 AM for members and 9 AM for nonmembers in the Desert Oasis lobby.
Western - Kactus Kickers Co-Pres. Bob and Sue Newman 989-859-8408 cell/text bobnsigrid@icloud.com Membership Marci Gutierrez 520-204-7039 cell/text marci.gutierrez57@gmail.com Dance Classes: Nancy Klucking 360-961-6963 cell/text Nancy.Klucking@gmail.com Information KKscov@gmail.com
We had a wonderful dance at the Hilton– Last Territory on April 14 with over 70 in attendance. We all had a good time listening and dancing to the music of Clear Country band. We have our final dance of the Dancing to the music of Clear Country band season scheduled for Friday, May 13, with the band Unwound. The dance will be from 6-9 PM. As before, it will be BYO drinks/snacks. Check your email or send a note to KKSCOV@gmail.com to sign up for the dances at Catalina Vista; they are pay at the door. Look for updates from and send any questions to Nancy. Klucking@gmail.com or KKSCOV@gmail.com
Exercise Aqua Tone Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 (cell) irmel5596@gmail.com Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 AM, AFC/Pool
Aquatone is a toning water workout that incorporates a variety of rhythmic body movements performed in the water. This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. We meet at the AFC pool. There is no fee to join the club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Participants should be able to do a basic swim stroke. Items used in the class are buoys, boards, noodles, balls and a fitness band. Most items are available at the pool. We assign an ex-
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perienced member to a newcomer to help learn the various movements. A great workout in a fun class.
Arthritis Water Co-Pres. Jane Krabbleler jkrabbeler@gmail.com Co-Pres. Sherry Olivier sherryolivier55@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 10 AM, AFC/Pool
When the air temperature is 77 degrees or higher, our club performs gentle water exercises designed by the Arthritis Foundation to help with range of motion. These are great for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced joints, etc. If you are a paid member and unable to join us, you may contact the officers for modified copies of our exercises to be done safely at L-r: Mary Ann Major, librarian Michelle Mooney, home. Annual dues are $5 Eva Gatterman and Melanie Livingston present and may be paid after a club gift of five new arthritis exercise DVDs to our SCOV Library your first class. Please consider joining us; your body will thank you.
Energetic Exercise Maria Tomlinson 503-333-8887 maria.tomlinson1@gmail.com Mon. and Wed., 8-9 AM, AFC Studio Fri., 7:45-8:45 AM, Catalina Vista, no class Fri., May 13
Energetic Exercise offers a vigorous and beneficial aerobic, strength and balance workout. Professional instructor, Sally Martinez, leads a variety of one-hour sessions set to a background of lively classic pop tunes. Exercisers are encouraged to move at their own pace and fitness levels. SCOV residents can join the club for the amazing rate of $3 per year, and then purchase a 12-class punch card for $30. Reservations for classes are made through Sign-Up Genius, so exercisers can know in advance when space is available within the current attendance limits. Dress is exercise casual with sport shoes required. Energetic Exercise is fun, social and energetic. We hope you will join us.
Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca No formal workouts scheduled until Nov.
The Fitness Swim Club allows swimmers to participate in a group swim workout. We generally swim 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout, mostly freestyle. Some do more, a few less. Workouts are suitable for master swimmers, triathletes and those who would just like to participate in swim workouts. Please ensure you have medical clearance to participate in vigorous physical activity prior to joining. We welcome new members.
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Pilates Mary Ayers 520-638-7916 scov.pilates@gmail.com Mon., 3 PM, Thu., 1:30 PM, AFC/Studio
To get the full benefits of Pilates, a person should understand the basic principles. This may take a little time and patience, as the exercises may be different from others you are familiar with, but they are fun, interesting and challenging. Pilates can even become addictive. It teaches proper balance, breathing and how to focus on strengthening your core (your abdomen and back muscles). Constant movement from one exercise to another results in developing strength and stamina, and your posture is improved. The spine lengthens and joint flexibility and mobility increase. SCOV has two experienced instructors who teach mat Pilates classes and, if necessary, can modify many of the moves for us. The cost is $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp. Please stop by and watch a class. Call Mary.
Sunrisers Exercise Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey90@msn.com Shirley Dubanski 520-975-4100 Mon., Wed., Fri., 6:45-7:45 AM, AFC/Studio 1 & 2
Are you awake early and want to improve your stamina and strength? Come join us for an hour of aerobic and weight exercise all while standing. There is no fee to join the club or the class. Bring your weights and water for drinking. We hope to see you there.
Tai Chi Co-chairs Alice Hutchison 520-329-8090 ahutchison87@gmail.com Cynthia Chaffee 520-342-6437 cynthiachaffee@mac.com Thu., 10-11:30 AM, AFC/Studio 1
Tai chi classes will continue for registered students through May, ending on June 2. They will resume in October under the guidance of tai chi masters, Jose Hernandez Rivera and Donna Drazenovich. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that involves slow focused movements. Because of the benefits for balance, strength, and improved breathing, it is an exercise especially suitable for seniors.
Yoga Pres. Jan Wholey 520-638-7088 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com
Keep your cool this month by joining us for relaxing stretches in air-conditioned comfort. One or more of our four weekly classes is sure to fit your schedule. Tuesdays, 10:45 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Torrey Thursdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis, Torrey Thursdays, 10:45 AM, Chair Yoga, Desert Oasis, Torrey Fridays, 8:15 AM, AFC Studios 1 & 2, Maria Bring your mat, props and $10 to each class.
Games Bridge Duplicate Bridge
Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Wed., 6 PM; Fri., 12:30 PM, Desert Oasis
During construction of the Activity Center, we are using different sites and days. These changes are for the foreseeable future. We will try to keep you informed of any changes. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register.
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Ladies Monday Social Bridge
Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 12:30-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
Monday bridge has started up again. Come for a friendly game of bridge. Renew those old friendships and meet new friends. Marathon Bridge
Dave Johnson 520-825-6994 dpjohn@aol.com Mixed Social Bridge
Pres. Don Wheeler 520-334-7578 don8359@gmail.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
The Mixed Social Bridge Club plays contract bridge in an informal, relaxed and fun environment. We want everyone who comes to sit at a table and play bridge. So, if needed, we will make a table of three or have a player float from table to table. We start promptly at 8:30 AM; come a few minutes early to socialize and partner up. We have coffee, and members often bring goodies to go with it. We also have online games using Trickstercards.com. Please join us. We welcome new players. Partners Tuesday Night Bridge
Pres. Larry Parks, VP Janelle Parks, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
No matter the depth of your bridge knowledge, you’ll enjoy Tuesday Night Bridge. Sure, we have some bridge sharks, but mostly they’re not dangerous to the average player. Like whale sharks, some partners have a big presence, win lots, bid and make grand slams occasionally with their mug shots circulated and are respected. They’re not harmful at all. Some are even like nurse sharks; and they’ll help you if you ask about a challenging situation. Bring a partner and your dollars and immerse yourself. You’ll be glad you did. Arrive by 5:45 PM to secure your place in the water. Practice Bridge
Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Barbara Fransdal 520-310-7549 Mon. and Wed., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
We play for fun, to relearn old skills and develop new ones. Sometimes we even keep score. We learn from each other.
Bunco Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
Please join us. There is a $2 entrance fee, which is divided among the winners. We can promise you a fun afternoon. Mark your calendar, and give it a try. Hope to see you there.
Chess VP, John Bechard bechard.john@gmail.com Mon., 4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon
The Sun City Chess Club will continue through the summer months. We have all levels of players and welcome newcomers who want to come and try out a game with a chess partner. Equipment is provided, and if you need to brush up with some chess fundamentals, we can find you an experienced player to talk you through a game.
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Cribbage Pres. Salvador Hernandez 281-883-2986 First and Third Thu., 6 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge
We look forward to seeing you. New members are welcome. Come join the fun.
Euchre Chris Auclair 585-309-9065 Mon., 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis
rusty, we can get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues $5 pp.
Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker
Steve Dirks 520-429-3303 stevenkdirks@gmail.com Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
Our game is open to all SCOV residents. Games: Texas hold’em, crazy pineapple, Omaha, seven-card stud, criss cross, slide-rule and a couple of five-card draw variations. The dealer antes 25¢. All games are high-low except for Texas hold’em and crazy pineapple, which are high only. Stakes are 25¢ for the early round of bets and 50¢ for the last two rounds. Contact Steve Dirks for a Word document with the full club rules and a detailed description of the games. Men’s Friday Poker
The Euchre group playing on Monday night If you would enjoy playing this friendly card game, please bring $1 to Desert Oasis on Monday at 5:30 PM.
Five Crowns Pat Hansen or Fern Strandskov ferndean@aol.com Sat., 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com
Five Crowns is a fun and easy game to play (see website for short video). Players usually play 1 to 3 games, depending on what time they arrive. Players are randomly assigned to tables, and each game normally takes one hour. For each game you play, you need to bring 12 dimes and 1 quarter. So if you plan to play 3 games, bring 36 dimes and 3 quarters. New players are always welcome.
Gin Rummy Bob Segebrecht or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
Please feel free to call Sue if you have any questions or suggestions.
Mah Jongg Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis
Our spring luncheon was a winner. Many thanks to Barb Harding, Shirley Harding and Annette Cody, whose hard work made it an outstanding event. The new card has arrived, and we are looking forward to the new hands. We play all summer, so join us for a hot game and stay cool.
Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Claudia Case 206-579-6500 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
If you enjoy a challenge, come in and observe our game of Pan (Panguingue). It’s a very fun and interesting game. We would love to have you join us and see what fun it can be.
Pinochle Dave Flatness 425-443-3708 Wed., 5:45 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo
David Dellinger 480-620-5519 davidjdeljan@aol.com Fri., 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro
Friday Poker is back playing every Friday evening at Desert Oasis. We play easygoing poker with low stakes. Games are high only, five-card draw, five-card stud, seven-card stud, Texas holdʼem, Omaha and criss cross. No dues. Bring your own refreshments. Cards provided. Dealer antes 5¢ per player and chooses the game. Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the door and enjoy three hours of no-hassle, understandable poker. We welcome new players. Bring nickels, dimes and quarters. Call David if you would like to review rules of play before your first game. Please show up at 5:30 PM, so we can start playing by 5:45 PM.
Scrabble Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis Sheepshead - Schafkopf Jeff Rusch 920-202-0007 jffrusch@yahoo.com Tue., 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis
Schafkopf, better known as Sheepshead, is a card game most commonly played in Wisconsin and surrounding midwest states. If you are interested in joining us, contact Jeff.
Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 520-308-8881 mmoyerpp@gmail.com Mon., 10:30 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista Patio (Desert Oasis/Saguaro if bad weather). Check with Mike or the weekly email
Love those barbershop harmonies? Got a song in your heart? Want to hear, feel and learn what it’s like to blend your voice with others, barbershop style? Come join this fun, mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just 1½ hours every Monday morning. It’s a great way to start each week. Music provided. SCOV visitors are welcome. There is strength in numbers; the more, the merrier.
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Different Drummers Women’s Circle Zona Boss 520-638-6644 Meetings suspended until fall
Our meetings are discontinued for the summer season. Looking forward to seeing you in the fall. The SCOV Different Drummers were invited by All Season Oro Valley to join them in an evening of drumming around their great fire pit. It was a fun evening spent drumming, laughing and meeting new friends. The Different Drummers Women’s Circle provides a community drum circle for any woman wanting to connect with others through hand drumming using African djembe drums, hand-held Native American frame drums and other small percussion. Drums and instruments are provided for guests. Join us to drum, laugh and meet new friends. People worldwide for centuries have used group drumming to energize minds and bodies, strengthen community bonds, release stress and celebrate life.
Early Music Recorder Ensemble Joyce Minks 520-825-0642 minkster42@comcast.net Mon., 3 PM, Mike and Kathy Moyer’s home, 1637 E. Crown Ridge Way
Have a recorder (the instrument)? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a group? Soprano, alto, tenor, bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. All ability levels welcome. Music is provided and instruments are available. Just one hour every Monday. Let’s make beautiful music together.
Sun City Singers Director Don Hess ddhess@yahoo.com Pres. Bob Westendorf rwestendorf@live.com On hiatus until Sep. Ukulele - Sun City Strummers Pres. John Sand 520-308-5883 jocher_sand@hotmail.com Musical Director Don Bong Tue., 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele
Our club meets Tuesdays, 10 AM, Desert Oasis. Beginners classes begin October 11, 9:15 AM. Shake off the dust, tune up the strings and be ready to sing and strum.
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SCOV Name Tags Name tags with our logo are $10 each. The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.
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Sports
Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Ron Wheeler 801-791-2903 ourwildplaces@gmail.com VP Scott Schlapkohl 970-846-1951 sschlapkohl@msn.com Membership Fred Finney 520-297-2485 fvfinney@comcast.net www.vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org
Vistoso Cyclists membership is only $15/year, hard to believe, given we are one of the best cycling clubs for seniors in the nation. Aside from the rides, our members enjoy our very useful website, including a searchable member directory, club classifieds, online ride schedule, cycling resources and more. We offer several hundred scheduled rides year-round, among four different ride subgroups, from 20 to 60+ miles, to cafe destinations within Tucson and nearby towns, utilizing both pathways and roadways. Occasional away rides are offered as well. Our cafe stops offer coffee and conversation, greatly enjoyed by our members. The club has e-bike, mountain biking, and Women on Wheels subgroups. There’s also our monthly club newsletter email. All schedules can be found within the excellent member area of our website. We also host social events and support both the Interfaith Community Services Food Bank and Wheels for Kids. For more information or to join, visit our website. Miles, smiles and tailwinds.
Billiards Pres. Robert Dufur 503-312-0809 robertdufur@outlook.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards
New members are always welcome. The club dues are only $5. Our weekly activities include two round robin tournaments on Mondays, 2-4 PM, and Thursdays, 10 AM-Noon. All members at all levels are welcome. These round robins are for fun only (not for money). Based on the number of players that show up, we will have a rotation set up, so everyone plays every round. Wednesdays from 10 AM-Noon are reserved for the women’s division. The Billiards Room is reserved for members only, Monday-Friday, Noon-4 PM. We have a traveling team that plays six other communities on the second Saturday of each month. On Saturday, March 12, SCOV Billiard Club hosted Voyager Resort Pool Club at Catalina Vista. We played to a tie (24 to 24), but we lost in the playoff.
Enter the Community Phone Directory Cover Photo Contest Do you have a gorgeous photo of a SCOV setting that would be perfect for the cover of our Community Directory? Submit your best SCOV photo(s) by Sunday, June 19. Log in at scovaz.com > members > services > miscellaneous and click on SCOV Photo Contest Form.
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Birders Group Peggy Smith 520-344-0991 pdsaz@aol.com www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup
The little nondescript Bell’s Vireo is often heard, but rarely seen. Its cheery song is loud and, here in SCOV, it lasts most of the summer. Listen for it: the Bell’s song is a jumble that usually ends with “meet cha.” There are eight species of vireos in Arizona, but this is the only one likely to hang in SCOV. All vireos are gleaners and eat inSteve Holmes photo sects off the tree leaves. We are a 90-plus member, activity-oriented group and all SCOV residents are invited to join us on our field trips to learn more about the birds here in Arizona. Below is a list of upcoming bird outings. If you are interested in going on any of these, be sure to contact the trip coordinator for details at least three days in advance and ask to be added to our mailing list. • Tuesday, May 3, Mt. Lemmon, Peggy Smith, pdsaz@aol.com • Wednesday, May 11, Patagonia, Steve Holmes, steve.holmes45@comcast.net • Tuesday, May 17, Madera Canyon, Elsie Roehm, roefish2014@gmail.com
Bocce Pres. Gail Parson gailscov@comcast.net VP Jim Steinmetz vintner731@gmail.com www.scovbocce.weebly.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 7-9 PM, Bocce Courts Bocce is a fun, easy-to-learn activity that people of all ages and abilities enjoy. No experience is required, and anyone who can pick up and roll a ball can play. Newcomers are always welcome and may play once without joining the club. Annual dues are just $5 and a membership form is on the club website under club info. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the starting time and pick up a wooden stick from the starter. Space limits each session to the first 32 players, with members given priority. Reminder, effective May 1, play moved to summer hours.
season of fewer, shorter and earlier hikes. We need more sunscreen, more water and more electrolytes, but we’re still hiking. Our newly elected 2022-2023 SCOV Hiking Club officers started April 1: Pres., Georgene Porter; VP, Jake O’Neill; Treas., Claude Janus; Sec., Jane Budden and Chief Guide, Laurie Payne. The picture was taken from the trail of our Bear Canyon/Sycamore Canyon key exchange hike, where one group hiked uphill 1,000 ft. and 3,000 ft. downhill, while another group hiked uphill 3,000 ft. and downhill 1,000 ft. We met halfway on the 11-mile trail and literally exchanged car keys. Photo by Chris Held
Horseshoes Ron Knudson 520-825-9307, cell 520-250-4183 for info Tue., Thu., Oct.-Apr., 2 PM; May-Sep, 8 AM The Pits at Catalina Vista
Mini Golf Cindy Silverlock 707-537-5911 scovminigolf@gmail.com Tue., 3:30 PM (except 2nd Tue., Jan.-Apr.) www.scovminigolfclub.com
How about a fun time in the great outdoors? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays at the horseshoe pits, just bring yourself; horseshoes are available or bring your own. No fees or membership required, just come and have fun. Everyone is welcome, first timers or old timers.
We play on Tuesdays at 3:30 PM. (We do not play the second Tuesday of the month, January-April.) $5 annual dues. For more details: www.scominigolfclub.com, scovminigolf@ gmail.com.
Pickleball Pres. Tony Masterjohn tmasterjohn15@gmail.com VP Training Doug Brown wizisland@comcast.net Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org
On March 25 and 26, the Pickleball Club competed in their annual pickleball tournament. It was a great time for all who participated. The object of the game was if you win the game, you get two cards, and if you lose, you get one card. At the end of five games, you pick the best hand of cards received. The three winners received prizes and gift certificates. Entry fee was nonperishable food which was donated to IMPACT of Southern AZ Food Bank. The club has already made a monetary donation to the food bank.
Gun Club Bill Snead 425-246-8100 wgsnead@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice Hiking Pres. Georgene Porter gvporter@live.com Scheduled hikes are posted on the website www.scovhiking.org
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Left: competitive players and helpers, right: casual players and helpers The group unanimously voted to rename the tournament the Suze Foster Pickleball Poker Food Drive Tournament in honor of the late Suze Foster. Thank you, Phil and Suzy Rose, for directing the tournament and the slick dealers who helped. Over 140 pounds of food were donated.
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POP Tennis Pres. Brian Goff 518-577-2022 bwgoff@outlook.com VP Warren Burda 520-308-1118 wpburda@gmail.com Treas. Jim Steinmetz 440-552-6173 vintner731@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 7:30-9:30 AM, Desert Oasis
Pat Norton accepting a donation to Seniors for Kids from POP Tennis Club treasurer, Jim Steinmetz
As summer weather arrives with seriously warm temps in the 90s, it’s best to get an early morning start on your exercise for the day. We have dropped our start times back to 7:30 AM to help accomplish that goal. If you no longer have the time for that second cup of coffee before playing POP Tennis, you’re forgiven if you miss a shot or two. Come on out to the courts and join in the fun. Counting points and calories is what we do to keep you in shape.
Racquetball Pres. Jerry Moss 360-772-0780 VP Brent Stewart 210-324-0178 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-11 AM, AFC/Racquetball Court
Table Tennis Co-chairs Pat Norkooli 719-650-9787 patricia.norkooli@live.com Megan Jacoby 949-697-4665 cobymeg@gmail.com Catalina Vista
Attendance has increased for table tennis while room availability has decreased. Many other clubs are now using rooms that were originally designated for table tennis. As a result, our schedule for play fluctuates considerably, and it is recommended that players call Catalina Vista at 520-8258613 for room availability the day they want to play. Please note that Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 PM, are reserved for women only.
Tennis Pres. Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918, jabenshoof@msn.com Treas. Randy Harvey 402-990-7009 Men’s tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 8-10 AM, Bill Pitts 317-308-8155 Mixed tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 10 AM-Noon, Jen Garvin 520-400-4368 Ladies’ tennis, Mon., Wed., Fri., 8 AM-Noon, Chris Gerber 763-360-839 Jan Dunbar 815-766-0819 Mixed doubles socials, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474
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Tennis Club members gathered at the spring social last month. We celebrated and welcomed 30 new members to the SCOV Tennis Club who joined since the be-
ginning of the tennis season this past year. Our growing tennis club outpaces the USTA impressive growth of tennis nationwide and is the biggest increase in two years. Welcome new members. A study by Medicareful living, found that senior tennis players “displayed high aerobic capacity, greater bone density, lower body fat, and more strength.” Another study found that “playing tennis may increase your life expectancy by nearly 10 years,” not to mention the health benefits of good company and fun. So dust off that racket and come join in the game. There is always room for more at any skill level. If you are interested in the great sport of tennis, or joining any one of the organized tennis groups, contact Jim Benshoof (listed above) for all available days and times.
Wallyball Pres. Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird0622@gmail.com VP Don Kahl 605-310-3270 kahl.don@gmail.com Treas. Janell Raty 530-401-2477 janell066@yahoo.com Game days, Tue., Fri., setup 12:45 PM, play 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Ct.
Wallyball is volleyball played on a racquetball court with three to five players on a side. Players use the side walls to create angles, but the ball cannot hit the ceiling or the back wall of the opposing team. It is a terrific aerobic activity that tones muscles and improves coordination and balance. Come join to see if this game is for you. Men and women are welcome, and tryouts are encouraged. We play on Tuesdays and Fridays from 1-3 PM. It’s great fun and we look forward to seeing you there.
Water Volleyball Pres. Rich Winter 520-900-7542 Richwinmaui@gmail.com VP Pete Coy 360-739-4100 Petecoy@gmail.com Treas. John Lesko 248-231-0546 Azjl1946@gmail.com Recreational play Sun., Thu., 1-3 PM, Advanced play Mon. 1-3 PM, Tue., 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis pool
Recreational play is for anyone regardless of their ability. Some advanced players play on recreational days, but the pace is more casual so anyone can participate. Competitive play is for the more advanced players. The most important component for playing is laughter, laughing at each other or even ourselves when we miss an easy shot. If you are curious stop by, but bring your suit because you may be compelled to join the fun.
Travel
Day Trippers Chair Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Membership Laura and Tom Held 520-447-5170 Nancy and Lou Phillippi 520-638-6957 Third Sun., 1 PM, Catalina Vista
Notice: There will be no general meeting in May. Sun., May 8 – Sun., May 15: An amazing 8-day adventure covering five National Parks and Monument Valley. $2,445/dbl; $1,830/sgl. Arrive at 7 AM for 7:30 AM bus departure. Monitor: Laura Suchocki Wed., Jun. 1: Gaslight Theatre on Broadway to see the comedy/melodrama The Three Musketeers, with dinner included at Little Anthony’s Diner before the show. $76 pp. Bus leaves at 4 PM. Monitor: Lynn Krivitz Wed., Jun. 15: Trip to the Lavender Farm in Oracle. We will have the farm reserved for a private tour for us, with a box lunch provided by Patio Cafe in Oracle. Plants will be in bloom. $63 pp. Monitor: Wye Mace
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Sun., Jun. 19: Father’s Day pizza party following the general meeting. BYOB; iced tea and lemonade provided. $8 pp Tue., Jul. 12: Free casino trip to Desert Diamond. Max of 40 people. Two shuttle buses will pick us up (20 passengers each). New players will receive $20 in free play with sign up, plus $5 towards lunch. Those with a players card already will receive $5 towards lunch. Monitor: Nancy O’Hara
RV Club - Sundowners Pres. Eric Wiley 360-510-1641 w.eric.wiley@gmail.com VP Bob Whipple 608-469-7690 rjwhip@yahoo.com Website: https://sundownersrvclub.wildapricot.org Meetings second Mon., 9 AM, Catalina Vista, Oct.-May
Our next scheduled meeting will be Monday, May 9, 9 AM, Catalina Vista. This will be our last meeting for the 20212022 season. Please join us as we will be discussing 2022 fall trips. Visit our website to sign up or sign up at the meeting for these future trips. There are two formal trips on the calendar. Nevada Past trip to Carson City, NV, which departs May 20, 2022. There is still time to join this historical site visit. The second trip is to Death Valley, CA, which is scheduled for November 6-14, 2022. Check the website for Carson City, home to a wonderful railroad museum more information.
Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations. SCOV does not sponsor, support, assume responsibility or liability for the information. Due to Covid-19, some groups are not currently meeting. See website for up-to-date information and confirm with the organization’s leader.
AA Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com, Meetings suspended until further notice Alzheimer’s Education and Support Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639 Last Tue., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo (suspended until futher notice)
Whether you are a caregiver, a person with mild cognitive loss, or at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease, our mission is to support one another by sharing new ideas through the advancement of research, to provide support for all affected by sharing ideas and concerns and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Cancer Support Contact: Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice
ings include an exchange of information and discussion from those who have cancer or are survivors of cancer, and their family and caregivers. Meeting day and time open to change starting in February. This support group facilitator can be a seasonal resident. If interested, please contact Rita Menet.
Caregivers’ Support Contact: Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Suspended until further notice
We are seeking a new leader to facilitate our Caregiver’s Support Group. No professional facilitator experience is required. This group can support anyone caring for a partner, child, sibling, friend or any other loved one. Allowing those to share with other open-minded people in a safe environment is key for this group. If interested, please contact Rita Menet.
Diabetes Support Contact: Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com First Mon., 3:30 PM, Catalina Vista
Diabetes Support group has restarted in-person meetings. If you are concerned about yourself or someone you care about with diabetes or pre-diabetes, we welcome your presence. Please come if you are interested, or for more information, contact Bill Bable 520-639-8845.
Grief Recovery and Support Contact: Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice
We are seeking a new leader to facilitate our Grief Support Group. No professional facilitator experience is required, just a passion for those who are affected by grief or experiencing recovery from grief. This support group includes grief from any kind of loss such as the loss of a loved one, a job or career, a relationship or a pet. Meeting day and time open. If interested, please contact Rita Menet.
Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 520-401-7275 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wed., 10:30 AM-Noon, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Katie’s Korner 11575 N. 1st Ave., Oro Valley
People with Parkinson’s Disease as well as caregivers and/or family are welcome. We have guest speakers and discuss topics of interest.
Vistoso Helpful Hands For assistance call 520-447-0077 Chair Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com
Do you have a SCOV friend/neighbor who appears to be struggling with day-to-day chores: transportation, meal preparation, errands, housekeeping, handyman jobs or paperwork organization? Or they have a spouse who needs caregiver relief so they can run errands or just have a break? Let them know about Vistoso Helpful Hands (VHH). VHH is an all-volunteer organization providing year-round short-term (three weeks or 12 visits) assistance to SCOV residents. If longer term help is required, we have a paid referral list. For assistance, call 520-447-0077 to reach a VHH dispatcher. If we cannot immediately answer, leave your name and number. We will call you back.
We are seeking a new leader to facilitate our Cancer Support Group. No professional facilitator experience is required, just a passion for those who are affected by cancer. Meet-
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Wheels for Kids Tom Terfehr 520-789-7243 www.azwfk.org
Do you remember your first bike? Wheels for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing rehabbed bicycles to children and families in need in the Tucson area. To date, we have donated 3,000 bikes to local nonprofits who distribute the bikes to their clients. Some of our partner organizations include Refugee Focus, Boys and Girls Club of Tucson, Children’s Advocacy Center, Casa de los Niños, Ronald McDonald House and Youth On Their Own. Wheels for Kids is an all-volunteer effort, and we are always happy to welcome new people to our team. If you are interested in learning more, please visit our website or call Tom Terfehr. Help kids experience the same joy you had when you got your first bike.
YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary Bethany Neumann bneumann@yoto.org 520-912-6925
Youth On Their Own (YOTO) supports the high school graduation and continued success of youth experiencing homelessness (through no fault of their own) in Pima County, strives to eliminate barriers to education and empowers housing-insecure youth in our community to stay in school. For over 35 years, YOTO has supported this unique demographic by providing financial assistance, basic human needs, guidance and more. With the help of our amazing YOTO family, Youth On Their Own has supported over 20,000 local youth in their journeys toward high school graduation.
Extended Community Al-Anon Al-Anon helps friends and families of problem drinkers. www.so-az-alanon.org 520-323-2229. American Legion Oro Valley Post 132 We are local veterans making a difference in the lives of veterans and service members in need. Help us to help them by joining our friendly Post. You too can make a difference. Your membership also adds to our collective voice on important issues. Contact Steve Didio 520-219-9997 or ovpost132@gmail.com We meet the third Thursday, 6:30 PM, September-June, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley.
Volunteer Opportunity YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary The NW Auxiliary is looking for a liaison to YOTO. Would you like to organize the SCOV community to help homeless youth graduate from high school? On May 1, Kris Cohen will step down from her role as the Northwest Auxiliary liaison to Youth On Their Own (YOTO). If you are interested in facilitating YOTO volunteer and/or fundraising opportunities for the residents of SCOV, contact Kris Cohen at 520-818-2582 or Bethany Neumann at bneumann@yoto.org 520-912-6925.
Larea Diehl took this aerial photo of SCOV while flying with her husband. Can you find your home?
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Classifieds
The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by SCOV Community Association, Inc. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.
BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; BBQ=Barbecue; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; FR=Family Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; FP=Fireplace; S/S=Stainless Steel; WiFi=Wireless Internet Service. Classified Advertising $10/ad • Deadline 10th of the Month. FRIENDSHIP ROCK GARDEN: Come and enjoy the painted rocks in our backyard. Just give us a call at 520-818-0016 to be sure we are at home. If you have a smooth rock to donate to us, that would be great. Ester and Jay Leutenberg FOR RENT: Three rentals, 2 BR/2 BA; NS/NP, available May 1, 2022 through Dec. 31, 2022. King in master; queen in guest. Fully furnished. All have views. Will put on backup for 2023 if someone cancels. Call Jan at 636-357-8817 or email janostrander2013@gmail.com. FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1,573 sq. ft. Silvercreek model, 2 BR/2 BA. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fan in every room. Fully furnished, king in master, queen in guest, reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes all utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully enclosed back yard. N/S, N/P. Email dixie476@gmail.com or call 636-544-1706 for availability starting May 2022. FOR RENT: Beautiful Sun City home with a very pretty spacious yard, available May through Dec., 2022. Reasonable seasonal monthly rates. This open floor plan home is fully furnished and tastefully decorated. 2 spacious BR, 2 BA and a mountain view from the patio. All utilities including HDTV, WiFi, computer and printer are provided. One month minimum. Please call 303-408-1983 for information and pictures. HOUSE WATCH: Jay’s Home Watch with TLC, “I’ll watch your home when you’re not.” I will check on your home regularly, water indoor plants, bring in mail, newspapers and packages, contact your handy person, landscaper, irrigation person, etc., if needed and take care of any emergencies that arise. I will email you with an update each time I visit your home. Jay Leutenberg, all-year resident. Call 520-818-0016, email jayleu35@gmail.com. HOME WATCH: Karl’s Home Watch Service is committed to keeping a watchful eye on your home while you’re away. Karl, a Sun City Facilities monitor and full-time Sun City resident, will inspect your home’s interior and exterior for signs of problems with plumbing, irrigation, A/C, roof and more. Karl Leiderman, 520-406-8894, email: KHWS.Karl@gmail.com. PET CARE: When you’re not home, I will make sure your pets are cared for and well loved. My services include dog walking, boarding of dogs and cat care. I am able to administer medications if needed. Suzanne Batten, 253-310-2693, email: suzbatten@gmail.com. PICKUP AND DRIVER AVAILABLE for local hauling. Reasonable rates. Call Roger at 503-473-1611. BUYING: A curious collector would like to buy watches, old photos, war relics, 19th and 20th century family and estate items, antiques, jewelry, coins, silver and much more. Anything unusual or nostalgic. I like to look and love to buy. Exceptional prices paid. 520-529-2984.
Barbara Kittelson spotted a great blue heron with a beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains backdrop
Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts
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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.
“Tilt o’ the Kilt,” David Ilse and Rose Stapfer enjoying St. Patrick’s Day at The Views Restaurant. Photo by Donna Randolph
Periwinkle glass spikes by Dale Chihuly on exhibit at Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix. Photo by Mary Murck
A quail in Lisa Schulz’ yard has been very busy. There are at least 23 eggs
Suzan Jumelet photographed these quail eggs. We’ll look forward to photos of the little ones following their parents soon
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