2011 Dec Vistoso Tipster by Sun City Oro Valley Community Association

December 2011

Vistoso Tipster

www.suncity-vistoso.com

It’s More T han Living...It’s a Lifestyle!

Sun City Vistoso Community Association, Inc.

Happy Holidays Photo by Jim Hobart

Combined Study Session and Board of Directors Meeting, Thursday, December 8, 9 AM, Social Hall/Papago

Association Committees...... .4 Association News.................. .3 Café Specials....................... .12 Classified............................. .34 Clubs..................................... .16 Coming Events.................... .13 Extended Community.......... .33 Feature................................. .13

For Your Information........... .15 Golf....................................... .10 Hours of Operation................ .2 Memoriam............................ .16 Partnered Organizations..... .11 Thank You Corner................ .16 Town of Oro Valley.............. .33 Workshops and Classes..... .15

Vistoso Tipster

Administration Office...............825-3711 ext 120

Sun City Vistoso

Café Food Service to 3 PM only..........................825-3277

Published monthly by

Community Association, Inc. 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Oro Valley, AZ 85755 520-825-3711 suncity@suncity-vistoso.com www.suncity-vistoso.com

Board of Directors Debra Arrett, debra.arrett@gmail.com.........................................................................President Fred Bjorling, f-bjorling@northwestern.edu ...................................................... Vice President Janice Strassburg, jklcs55@gmail.com ........................................................................Secretary Ruth Gitzendanner, gitzcpa@comcast.net..................................................................Treasurer George Williams, newilliams77@msn.com ................................................................... Director Dick Brammell, dbrammell@corwinappraisal.com .................................................... Director Robert Hefner, rjh1458@gmail.com................................................................................ Director

Management Team

Bob Mariani, bmariani@suncity-vistoso.com..........................General Manager, 917-8080 Joe Byron, jbyron@suncity-vistoso.com.......................................... Café Manager, 917-8074 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncity-vistoso.com .......Assistant General Manager, 917-8070 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncity-vistoso.com....... Com. Area Maint. Sup., 917-8059 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncity-vistoso.com..........................Human Resources, 917-8061 Kim Griggs, proshop@suncity-vistoso.com............................... Golf Professional, 917-8053 Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncity-vistoso.com........Golf Course Superintendent, 917-8063 Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncity-vistoso.com.............................Facilities Sup., 917-8078 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncity-vistoso.com.................... Program Director, 917-8077 Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncity-vistoso.com...................................... Controller, 917-8060

Support Team

Jim Cundiff, jcundiff@suncity-vistoso.com......................... Community Services, 917-8058 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncity-vistoso.com.............................. Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Norma Meyers, nmeyers@suncity-vistoso.com...................................... Secretary, 917-8065 Kathy Newman, knewman@suncity-vistoso.com.................. Admin. Specialist, 917-8068 Chris Richard, crichard@suncity-vistoso.com....Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Coco Sullivan, faccoord@suncity-vistoso.com.................Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Social Hall Monitor........................................................................................................... 917-8066 Aquatic & Fitness Center Monitor...................................................................................917-8067

Editor, Layout and Design: Chris Richard Advertising: Norma Meyers and Chris Richard Printing By: AlphaGraphics Tipster Editorial Committee Tom Polley...........................................Chair Jacqueline Alger.......................... Member Harriet Diss................................... Member Arlene Douglas............................ Member Sally Evert...................................... Member Peggy Gardner............................. Member Glenda Gillespie........................... Member George Holthus............................ Member

Dale Knudson............................... Member Sharon Knudson.......................... Member Karen Koopmans......................... Member Barbara Martucci........................ Member Shirley Peterson........................... Member Marge Roetzel.............................. Member Del Salvaterra.............................. Member Mary Ann Stock........................... Member

If you would like to advertise in the Vistoso Tipster, please call 917-8065 for current rates and information. Sun City Vistoso Community Association provides this publication for informational purposes only and neither endorses nor promotes any of the products or services advertised herein and assumes no responsibility or liability for the statements made in this publication.

Hours

Operation

Mon.-Fri......................................................................... 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Sun. and Mon. ........................................................................ 7 AM-3 PM Tue.-Sat. ................................................................................. 7 AM-4 PM Recording of daily Café specials...................................825-3711 ext 205 Reservations............................................................................. 825-3277

Catalina Vista.........................................825-8613

Mon.-Fri................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 9 AM-6 PM

Community Assistance - Loan Room

Telephone Reservations.....................917-8052 and 825-3711 ext 128 Monday, Wednesday and Friday .............................................. 8-9 AM Reservations and Pick Up, Cart Barn/Loan Room Tuesday and Thursday ............................................................. 8-9 AM

Community Services.......................10 AM-Noon Consumer Referral................................917-8079

Mon.-Fri. ............................................................................9:30-11:30 AM

Costume Closet Call for appointment.........818-3516 Desert Oasis..........................................825-0495 Facilities

Mon.-Fri................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-8 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 9 AM-5 PM

Pool

Mon.-Fri.................................................................................... 9AM-5 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-5 PM Sun..................................................................................... 9 AM-4:30 PM Children’s Hours: daily ...........................................................Noon-4 PM Except Thu. and Sun........................................... Noon-1 PM and 3-4 PM

Gift Shop of Sun City............................917-8051

Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................. 9 AM-4 PM Sat. .................................................................................. 9 AM-12:30 PM

Library.................................... 917-8064

Mon.-Fri..................................................................... 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PM Sat........................................................................................... 9 AM-Noon

Posse................................. 449-0014 or 449-7970 Pro Shop................................................. 825-3110 Mon............................................................................................ 9 AM-5 PM Tue., Wed., Thu.................................................................... 7:30 AM-5 PM Fri., Sat., Sun............................................................................. 7 AM-5 PM Driving Range Mon.................................................................... 9 AM-3 PM Driving Range Tue., Thu ..................................................... 7:30 AM-5 PM Driving Range Wed................................................................... 7 AM-3 PM Driving Range Fri., Sat., Sun. ................................................7 AM-5 PM Golf Course Ranger.................................................................... 904-9336

Social Hall..............................................917-8066

Aquatic & Fitness Center Facilities

917-8067

Daily........................................................................................ 5 AM-9 PM Sun.......................................................................................... 5 AM-9 PM

Pool

Mon.-Sat............................................................................. 5 AM-8:30 PM Sun..................................................................................... 5 AM-5:30 PM Children’s Hours.....................................................................11 AM-1 PM

Vistoso Center....................................... 825-3711 After-hours Emergencies......................825-1161 If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate attention (e.g. a broken irrigation head) and the Administration Office is closed, please report the issue to a building monitor. However, if a situation like this occurs after all the buildings are closed, please contact the emergency line.

Association News From The Board of Directors

Our MISSION as the SCVCAI Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Vistoso as an active adult community. SCVCAI Board of Directors Newsletter A bimonthly newsletter by Director Janice Strassburg about the activities and items discussed by the BOD is available on ListServ. To sign up, go to www.suncityvistoso.com, hold your mouse over News and Info, click on In the Know, put in your email address and click on Submit button. Select any of the notifications you would like to receive and click on the Submit button. For those who do not have access to a computer, a copy is available for reading in the Library. All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online and in the SCV Library. Board meetings are open to residents. An Important Community Ingredient: Comity by Fred Bjorling, Board Vice President This is a little story, already heard by some. My wife Judy and I explored several Sun Cities and visited this one several times before moving here in 2002. We chose SCV because of the great friendliness and good humor of the residents we met, the severe beauty of the mountains and desert, the community amenities, and the great number of activity clubs. However, when we bought here we became aware of the nastiness of the debate that had recently taken place over the purchase of the building now known as Vistoso Center. The incivility of the manner in which objections were expressed made us wonder if we’d made a serious mistake. Today, looking at that building and its many uses makes one question what would have happened if the purchase and renovation had not taken place. This would be a much less desirable community. Eventually something would have had to be built at greater cost to meet the growing needs. Yet some residents were not only unable to foresee that need but fought ferociously to prevent even discussion of what eventually turned out to be a reasonable and economic solution. This is a democratic community. We have the right to disagree, to have our say, and our vote, but it’s important to do so civilly if we are to respect each other, to have the respect of outsiders and to have the greatest chance of coming up with the best solutions. Good citizens do not try to prevent the appropriate expressions of others. However, it is necessary to have and to follow good procedures for orderly discussions to take place. No one ever said democracy is the easiest form of government. For it to work well requires a knowledgeable, self-disciplined and scrupulous citizenry. Let’s keep working on ours, OK? Oh, one last thing: Judy and I don’t think we made a mistake moving here. We love this place and its people. Its great qualities far outweigh its small imperfections. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Bob Mariani, General Manager

Health and Wellness for YOU by Bob Mariani

As you know, life expectancy is constantly increasing. Although living longer is generally considered desirable, most of you will agree that it’s much more desirable to live not only a long life but also a quality, balanced life spiritually, physically and mentally. SCV (Sun City Vistoso) is an excellent community in which to live if you desire a life filled with quality through an array of activities and educational programs that promote health and wellness. Fortunately, a large number of our residents are involved in and benefiting from all that is offered here, but is that enough? Although it is fantastic that so much is offered at SCV, I am confident we can do much better. A large number of our residents do not take part in the programs that are available for many reasons, including the fact that health and wellness for our residents has not been promoted and encouraged to a sufficient level. We also have opportunities that have not been pursued to develop additional activities and programs that will engage more residents. The fact is no one is too old, frail, out of shape mentally or physically to initiate activities that will improve the quality of his/her life. Getting in shape mentally, spiritually and/or physically does not mean that one needs to train for a marathon or study subjects of interest for several hours each day. It may simply mean engaging in minimal daily activities of one’s choice to develop muscle tone and flexibility that is sufficient enough to allow an individual to as comfortably as possible perform daily activities. A much greater number of our residents may become engaged in health, nutrition and wellness activities if encouraged to do so. This is where you who are interested in healthy activities and/or have a background in some aspect of health and wellness can help. If you have an interest in assisting in the promotion of health and wellness programs, I urge you to contact me so that a group or committee can be formed to work with our staff in an effort to develop programs and encourage all residents to improve their quality of life.

Coffee and Conversation with the General Manager and a Board Member

Friday, December 9, 10 AM, Social Hall/Hopi Tuesday, December 20, 1 PM, Social Hall/Hopi An Informal Exchange of Information

Heroes Among Us Nominations Sought

The Board of Directors is requesting residents to submit candidates for the Heroes Among Us award. This award is designed to honor residents who make remarkable contributions to our community. Nominations should be submitted by Friday, January 13, by filling out a hard copy of the form available in the Administration Office or by completing the form sent out via email on Monday, January 2. The Board will review the nominees and select the recipient(s). The award will be presented at the Sun City Vistoso Annual Meeting in March.

Association Committees Committee meetings are open and all residents are welcome to attend. ARC Architectural Review Chair Susan Jakosa 609-6367, susanjakosa@gmail.com Second and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

One of the ARCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main responsibilities is to meet bimonthly to review home owner submittals. We make sure that those submittals are in compliance with the most recent Development Standards and with the Sun City Vistoso Declaration of CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions). These documents are a must to examine if you are planning exterior changes to your home. You can obtain the latest version of the documents from the Sun City Vistoso website, www.suncity-vistoso.com. After you get to the main page, first hold your mouse over Association and then scroll to Governing Documents. At this point, you can double click on whichever document you are interested in reading. If you do not have computer access, the Community Service Coordinator, Jim Cundiff, has printed copies available. ARC will meet only once in December, on Tuesday, December 13. We will resume regular meetings in January. Communication Committee Leslie Platt 520-818-1963

SCV residents are known to have a wide range of opinions on almost any subject. A recent article in USA Weekend suggests four steps for resolving differences: 1 Listen carefully, shutting down that voice in your head that argues with everything the other person is saying, and try to understand where he is coming from; 2 Repeat back what you understood and make sure he is satisfied that you did; 3 Calmly state your own position and ask for feedback Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

to ensure you were understood; 4 Seek common ground. The Communications Committee tries to replicate this process for the Association by: 1 Providing factual information about the decisions of the Board in Tipster inserts; 2 Seeking feedback through surveys and focus groups; 3 Providing the information received to the Board, other Association committees or, in the case of the proposed Aquatics & Fitness Center project, the ar chitectural firm selected to prepare preliminary drawings. Using this process, we can identify com mon ground and facilitate solutions more satisfying to all. Community Assistance Committee Chair George Holthus 818-1042; Susie Klein 825-7535

Aluminum Can Donations: Put those aluminum cans to work for Sun City Vistoso. Deposit only empty, clean aluminum cans in the box outside the Social Hall kitchen. For safety reasons do not deposit unrinsed cans which attract bees and may become a hazard. In October we delivered 479 pounds of aluminum cans which netted the CAC $316. Fiscal year-to-date we have received a total of $1,256. The Loan Room activity is picking up and many of our residents are returning. Please make a reservation for items you need over the holidays for visitors or parties. Reservations can be made by telephone on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-9 AM or at the Loan Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM. Telephone numbers are listed on the inside cover of the Tipster. We recently purchased new booster car seats since many of ours had expired dates and it is important to keep these current. CAC has agreed to help finance a hearing-assistance system recommended by the Property Committee and is considering a request to fund a cable feed to Catalina Vista. See Coming Events for information for the yearly Pancake Breakfast.

Conservation and Energy Committee Co-Chairs Beverly Browne 825-2921 and Ed Kennedy 825-3659 First and Third Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

The committee is hard at work preparing an ILR (Institute for Learning in Retirement) course for presentation in February. Topics include: Understanding Your Energy Bills, Equipment Upgrades and Conservation and renewable sources. We are looking for one or two new committee members who share an interest in energy and conservation. Call Beverly or Ed and come work with us. Consumer Referral Chair Don and Pat Pomeroy 825-1725 Desk Phone: 917-8079 Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Social Hall

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how to connect to the online list of our vendors: 1. On the Sun City Vistoso home page www.suncity-vistoso.com under the Residents drop-down menu, click on Members Only. 2. Log in with your user name and password. This is also the page where you can create a new account. December 2011, Sun City Vistoso Tipster

3. Click on Log In. 4. Click on the last blue line, Consumer Referral List. Finance and Budget Chair Tom Wakefield 647-1452 Third Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache Gift Shop Barbara Farr 818-2105 and Sharon Henderson 825-0722 Gift Shop 917-8051 Shop Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-4 PM Saturdays 9 AM-12:30 PM Meetings: Second Wednesday each month www.vistosogiftshop.com

Come on in! The Gift Shop is ready for the holidays. The tree is up and the shelves are full of wonderful gift items. Whether it’s your whole holiday list or just some last minute items, we have something for everyone. Check out the Artists of the Month who have items displayed in the center front window. The artists for December are Julie Holtry and Jinnie Wilson. Some of Jinnie’s angels have a new look this year, and she also has a lot of the old faithfuls available. Jinnie dresses them for all occasions. If you’re looking for a great gift for the woman in your life, check out Julie’s gorgeous jewelry. She handcrafts stunning pendants, pins and earrings which would look on a New Year’s Eve outfit. Check out the Gift Shop before you drive all over town for those on your gift list and don’t forget to treat yourself. Government Affairs Chair Hal Linton 825-2812, haling@comcast.net Second Wednesday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

After a stand-down in August and September, the GAC (Government Affairs Committee) resumed its regular meetings in October and November. As has been the case recently, getting participation by more of our residents remains a top priority. The GAC works closely with officials of the Town of Oro Valley on a broad set of ideas and projects. They also explore county, state and federal governmental plans and operations which it believes would be of interest to the SCV community. Residents are warmly welcomed to join us and help us identify topics to consider for research, discussion or review (e.g. Arizona Corporation Commission, Social Security, Oro Valley Town Budget, and Oracle Road Expansion Project). The following presentations are confirmed: 1. The Oro Valley Water System Challenges – Philip Saletta, Water Utility Director, Tuesday, December 6, Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Social Hall/Navajo. 2. Town Hall Meeting – Steve Solomon, Council member on Friday, December 16, Social Hall/Navajo . Landscape Bob Cratty 825-0157 Third Wednesday, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

The Mountain Vista area is the focus of our initiative to refresh our landscape in 2011-2012. This is part of an 11-year plan funded by the Asset Reserve. Our top priority for this heavily-used, image-creating area is to enhance its aesthetic appeal, adding importantly to our community’s overall appearance. We have reviewed the preliminary design, which is 30% complete. While most of the trees and many of the shrubs will remain, we are enthusiastic about the proposed changes. For example, plants will be added to the entry ways, punching up the appearance and giving our community a distinguishing look. The Lion’s Head Fountain area, with its existing strong structural design, will see some new plants that will showcase different colors, textures and forms. These will replace the current plants which have outgrown their space and require frequent shearing in order to look good. Marketing and Publicity Tut Tustison 825-9431 Fourth Thursday of the month, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

CourseTrends - Golf Marketing Marketing the golf course is, and has been, a high priority of our Association. Because our marketing dollars are limited, our marketing staff and the Marketing Committee have had to be creative to achieve the best results. One of our recent efforts to maximize our effectiveness is a partnership with CourseTrends, a company dedicated to the marketing of golf courses. CourseTrends assists in the design and management of our website and helps us show up on the first page of search engines like Google. They provide a place on the website that is exclusively for our golf pass holders. An Account Manager is assigned to us, and has weekly meetings with our marketing staff to discuss strategies and review past efforts. Our long-term objective is to build extensive email lists so marketing can be expanded with little or no extra expense. CourseTrends has developed a 52-week email program to generate return business and helps us collect information so that we may target our marketing to specific groups (such as an event for women only or a special one for military veterans). They have numerous developed and tested email programs to share with us. As an example, through CourseTrends, we are now able to sell golf gift cards online. The program also offers the ability to track how an ad is doing. Each month there is a complete report on the effectiveness of our marketing and custom tracking of our advertising. There is much more available through their programs, and we are learning more each week. All of these services provided us by CourseTrends are compensated by trading them one tee time each day. We are excited about this program and what it will do for The Views Golf Club!

Sun City Vistoso Community Association, Inc.ASSOCIATION, INC. SUN CITY VISTOSO COMMUNITY Statement of Revenues & Expenses and the Results of Operations

Revenues: Annual H.O. Fees Capital Contribution Fee Golf Revenues Activities Revenues Café Revenues Interest Income Other Income Gross Revenues Asset Reserve Contribution Capital Fund Contribution New Capital Acquisitions Restricted Use Revenues Net Operating Revenues Expenses: Wages & Benefits Cost of Sales Utilities Repair & Maint. Supplies & Expenses Net Operating Expenses Results of Operations

4 Months 2011-12

Oct-11

Actual

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

234,903 6,220 108,484 32,264 49,864 1,753 35,577 469,065

$ 1,989,616 $ 46,650 $ 258,972 $ 46,704 $ 156,329 $ 7,543 $ 96,867 $ 2,602,681

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

1,989,616 49,760 291,558 55,850 134,300 4,000 71,264 2,596,348

$ $ $ $ $

(20,853) 448,212

$ (950,000) $ (100,000) $ (6,590) $ (60,325) $ 1,485,766

$ $ $ $ $

(950,000) (100,000) (6,000) (49,760) 1,490,588

$ $ $ $ $ $

213,677 23,190 85,216 15,591 120,199 457,873

$ 824,483 $ 72,280 $ 330,392 $ 43,041 $ 386,090 $ 1,656,286

$ $ $ $ $ $

838,990 64,760 325,077 56,634 421,115 1,706,576

(9,661)

(170,520)

(215,988)

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first 4 months of the 2011-12 fiscal year. Also included this month is a chart comparing golf revenues and rounds from last Golf Course Revenues & Rounds year to the present year. A copy of the report in greatFor the First 4 Months of the Fiscal Year detail can be found at our website, www.suncityGolf Course Revenues & Rounds er vistoso.com. Select the Board Meeting and Financial For the First 4 Months of the Fiscal Year Information page, scroll to the bottom, and select the 2011-12 2010-11 month’s financial reports you wish to view. There are Pre-Paid Rounds $176,942 $188,561 also copies of the monthly Financial Statements and 2011-12 2010-11 Resident Daily Rounds $14,171 $16,163 a copy of the Annual Budget for the 2011-12 fiscal Rounds $44,213 $176,942 Public Pre-Paid Daily Rounds $39,093$188,561 year in the Library located at the Vistoso Center. Resident Daily Rounds $14,171 $16,163 If you are interested in more information regardPublic Daily Rounds ing the Community’s finances, we encourage you to Totals $235,326$44,213 $243,817 $39,093 attend the Finance-Budget Committee meeting which will be held Monday, December 12, 1 PM, Vistoso Totals $235,326 $243,817 Center/Apache. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityvistoso.com. Randy Trenary, Controller Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 825-6994 Third Tuesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

‘Tis The Season We wish you a most happy holiday season! Our community looks absolutely beautiful and we should indeed feel proud of the way it looks; not only to neighbors and ourselves but also to those individuals who visit with the thought in mind to buy and move here. We sincerely thank you for helping to make Sun City Vistoso such a wonderful place to live. With the holiday season upon us, enjoy your families, friends, neighbors and especially our beautiful community. Neighborhood Pride hopes you have a joyous holiday season and a Happy New Year.

Posse Chair Del Balston 825-9681, Vice-Chair John Njaa 825-5486 Meetings: First Tuesday, 3 PM, Social Hall/Hopi http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/committees/posse/

We are approaching the time of year for giftgiving and celebration. Don’t give thieves a reason to celebrate by giving them the gift of easy access to your vehicle and home. Make the holidays difficult for them by locking your vehicle and by keeping gifts and other valuables out of sight. Do your holiday visitors a favor by urging them to do the same. Keep garage doors down and doors locked. We know that SCV is one of the most crime-free neighborhoods anywhere. By not giving thieves a gift, we help the OVPD (Oro Valley Police Department) and Posse keep it that way. See the Posse website for more crime prevention information. Service Anniversaries

5 years: Tom and Betty Hansen, Joyce Hoffman, Elizabeth Nelson, John O’Shea

entree free. Dinners are not included in this program. Special December Only Five to Free cards are available now at the Café. Cards are good through December 31, 2011, and must be redeemed by that date. The Café would like to thank you for your patronage this past year. It has been our pleasure to serve you. We would like to wish you and yours a wonderful and joyous holiday season. We look forward to serving you in the year to come. Robin Coulter, Assistant Manager Cost Savings

At a recent manager’s meeting our General Manager challenged us to have our staff look for cost savings or revenue generating opportunities. Since then we have had several good suggestions submitted. Of those submitted one is being implemented, and others are in the research and review process. The cost savings measure that is being implemented was submitted by Jim Cundiff, Community Services Coordinator, which moved the processing of escrow notifications to a service company saving the Association around $6,000 a year. Another measure being explored is how our Tipster advertisers are provided with a copy of their advertisement. In the past the entire magazine was mailed to them which involved using a larger, more expensive envelope and the postage associated with the larger envelope and magazine. This is being changed to sending just the sheet with the ad (called a tear sheet) which is a common practice in the advertising industry. This small change in process will save over a $1,000 a year in supplies and postage. These types of cost saving methods have been going on as a regular practice by staff, but with the new process the general manager has put into place, we are better able to track the savings.

Posse $20 Weekly Drawing for Service

Oct. 3: Jim Cook, Oct. 10: Karen Lee, Oct. 17: Bert Whitley, Oct. 24, Ann and Jerry Solomon, Oct. 31: Jan Buchel Properties Chair Steve Taillie 825-8804 Third Thursday, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Strategic Planning Committee (SPC) Meets first Wednesday each month, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center /Yaqui Tipster Editorial Chair Tom Polley 818-9073 Anticipated Tipster delivery of the January issue is Friday, December 30. Tipster Editorial meeting Thursday, December 15, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache. Sun City Vistoso Café News

The Café is having their popular Friday Fish Fry Dinner, December 9, 4:45 or 6:45 PM, your choice of baked or fried fish. Reservations required, please call 825-3277. An 18% gratuity will be added to your bill. We are introducing a special December Only Five To Free card. Purchase five breakfast or lunch entrees with beverages and get the sixth breakfast or lunch Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Pam Sarpalius, Programs/Facilities Director Happy Holidays to all

It’s that time of the year to remember friends and family. Some of you will send holiday cards and some will send gifts. Guests and family will arrive to visit you from colder climates. Parties will be held to bring in the New Year as you make those resolutions that you say you will keep each year. During this busy time, I hope you will not forget those in need. There will be collection boxes for food drives and socks for veterans for those who won’t have the joy that you will have during this season. Sometimes we forget to look outside our community and be thankful for all we have and enjoy. I urge you thank your mail person, wave to the garbage man, and just say thank you to all the people who provide a service to you all year. I want to wish you all the best as we end the year and look ahead to 2012.

Enjoy FREE Wifi at These SCV WiFi Locations:

•SCV Café •Social Hall •Vistoso Center/Library

Jim Cundiff - Community Services Temporary POD Storage System Rules

Placement of a temporary storage container or PODshall be allowed with the prior written approval by CSC (Community Services Coordinator). A permit will be issued to the homeowner to be displayed on the container. The approval will be issued for a period of five (5) days. The time period may be extended by the CSC for unusual and reasonable circumstances upon request. Temporary storage containers must be placed on the residence driveway and may not overhang the driveway or block any public right of way. A $50 deposit must be paid to the Association prior to the container being delivered. If the rules are adhered to, the deposit will be refunded to the homeowner when the permit is returned to the CSC. Damage to walks, driveways, curbs, landscaping, fixtures, etc. on any lot or common area is the responsibly of the owner or resident. Any resulting damage shall be repaired or replaced at his/her sole expense. If you have any questions, 520-917-8058 or email jcundiff@suncity-vistoso.com. October Housing Resale Information Resales

For the Month

YTD

2011

110

2010

8 Total sold in 2010 - 106

Carol Wittels, Library

The Library will be closed Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24, Monday, December 26, New Year’s Eve, Saturday, December 31 and Monday, January 2. Friends of the Library

Membership in the Friends of the Library runs from July through June so please check that you are current for this year. The Board is always appreciative of our residents’ generosity especially this year when we have had additional expenses as a result of our DVD thefts. If you need to renew your membership or would like to join, stop by the Library and pick up a form. Membership fees are $15 for family and $10 for an individual. Unit # 5 6 10 12

Welcome New Neighbors Name Frank and Geraldine Shaughnessy Anson and Kazumi Tripp Dennis and Mary Pupkiewicz Michael and Kathleen Cusumano

Golf Course Walkers

From Auburn, WA Marana, AZ Monee, IL Tucson, AZ

In December we will be changing our walking signs once again. Walkers will need to be off the golf course no later than 7:45 AM.

Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Recreation and Fitness, Lonnie Davis Easy Tips on How to Survive the Holiday Food Frenzy

1. Focus on talking more to party guests and eating less. 2. Avoid hanging around the buffet table at social gatherings. 3. Stick to high protein foods, fruit and veggies.Go for the turkey, the sliced meats, the fresh fruit and raw veggies without the dip. 4. Avoid high-fat hors d’oeuvres such as cheese, nuts, saucy tidbits and fried anything. Instead, nibble on the veggies or chew gum and talk a lot. 5. Eat before you go to a holiday gathering. Have a small meal such as fruit and lowfat cottage cheese, yogurt, a bowl of consommé with melba toast or a low-cal protein shake, a handful of grapes or an apple. 6. Make yourself the designated driver at least half of the time. This will help you avoid calorie-laden alcoholic beverages. 7. Instead of wine or mixed drinks, try soda water with lime and towards the end of the event reward your self for your good behavior with a glass of wine or your favorite drink. 8. Bring your favorite low-fat recipe to a holiday event or dinner. Then eat a lot of it. Taste-tempting treats, but limit yourself to one small bite. 9. Continue your workout schedule, but ease off a bit to allow for the extra time holiday commitments take. You don’t want to stress yourself out or quit exercising completely. Association-Sponsored Fitness: Purchase a punch card from the receptionist in the Administration Office, $12.50/10 classes. You may use this card for all Sun City Vistoso-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used for your guests. There is a $2 drop-in charge if you do not have a punch card. Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tuesday, Thursday, 10:3011:30 AM, Catalina Vista. Sunrisers: Low-impact aerobics class: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7:15-8:15 AM, Auditorium. Sweat Stretch: Tuesday, Thursday, 7:30-9 AM, Auditorium. Water Aerobics: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10-11 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool. Zumba: Thursday, 5:15 PM, Auditorium. Personal Trainer: Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561 to make an appointment. Aquatic & Fitness Center and Desert Oasis: See Hours of Operation, page 2 of this Tipster. Tuesday, December 13, the Aquatic & Fitness Center pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, December 14, the Desert Oasis pool will close at 7 AM for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time. Special Note from the Aquatic & Fitness Center: Thursday, December 8, 1 PM, an orientation will be held on how to use the gym equipment. Space is limited, so stop in and sign up. See Lonnie Davis or call 917-8073.

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Sun City Vistoso Scrapbook

Gabriel Ayala talks to the crowd during a break at his concert on October 22. Photo by Dave Johnson.

Resident submitted photos

Sunrise over the Catalina mountains. Photo by Darrel Cornelius.

SCV Miniature 9-hole golf course, fun for all. It can be lit for evening play. Putters Javelina in flower pot. Photo by Norma Dennert. and balls are available at the Aquatic & Fitness Center. Photo by Bertie Steger.

Donate Your Aluminum Cans Put your empty aluminum cans to work for Sun City Vistoso. Deposit only empty, rinsed aluminum cans in the box outside the Social Hall kitchen door. For safety reasons do not deposit unrinsed cans which attract bees and may become a hazard. The Community Assistance Committee uses the funds to purchase items for the Loan Room.

Sun City Vistoso Employee Recognition Employees who go above and beyond the call of duty are recognized with an On the Spot award. On the Spot awards received recently went to:

Carol Tracy ................. Activities Tracy Smith........................Cafe

Chris Andrews.............GCLM Dylan Gatlin................... Cafe

HOLIDAY HOURS

Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24 Administration and Library.................. Closed Desert Oasis ............................... 9 AM to 4 PM Aquatic & Fitness Center............ 5 AM to 3PM Social Hall............................................. Closed Catalina Vista........................................ Closed Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25 All facilities will be closed Monday, December 26 Administration and Library ................. Closed New Years Eve, Saturday, December 31 Administration and Library.................. Closed Desert Oasis.............................. 9 AM to 10 PM Aquatic & Fitness Center .......... 5 AM to 5 PM Social Hall ...................... 6:30 AM to Midnight Catalina Vista........................................ Closed New Years Day, Sunday, January 1 Aquatic & Fitness Center........... 8 AM to 5 PM All other facilities................................. Closed Monday, January 2 Administration and Library ................. Closed

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Golf Kim Griggs, Head Golf Professional

This year’s Open House for Christmas will be Thursday, December 15. The sale will run from 5-7 PM. The Pro Shop will offer huge savings just in time for Christmas and the Café will have some delicious appetizers, punch and the bar will be open as well. Spin the wheel again this year to reveal your big discount. This is a lot of fun and a chance for everyone to wish Happy Holidays to their golfing buddies. Pro Shop hours: Christmas Eve day we will close at 1 PM and we will be closed Christmas. Happy Holidays! Just a reminder, if you have not renewed your annual pass and you still have a range key from last season. Return your key to the Pro Shop. It is no longer valid. Thank you for your cooperation. The golf course just finished a bunker renovation and has been re-rated by the AGA. The new slope and ratings were adjusted slightly for the men; however the women’s slope and ratings were not affected. The handicap computer has been updated with these new numbers and the new scorecards will also reflect this change. In December we will be changing our walking signs once again. Walkers will need to be off the golf course no later than 7:45 AM. Michael Kropf, Superintendent

Fairways on number two and thirteen that weren’t overseeded this year require different maintenance practices than the holes that were overseeded. These two holes were sprayed with pre-emergent herbicides to prevent weeds and grasses from growing during the winter months. However, when a golfer takes a divot, the chemicals are removed and that exposed area of turf is susceptible to weeds. From the golfer standpoint the first option is to replace the divot if at all possible. The only other option is just to leave the damaged area alone because filling with the divot/ seed mix that the golfers have will lead to both fairways having green spots all over. The maintenance department will fill these divots weekly with straight sand to eliminate the depressions. Another difference on these two fairways is that the golfers aren’t going to be allowed to drive on the fairways with their golf carts. The overseeded rye grass provides protection for the underlying dormant Bermuda grass on all the other fairways, but number two and thirteen don’t have this protection. The golf carts will start to wear out the Bermuda grass in the high traffic areas and cause damage going into next summer. The solution to this problem is keeping the golf carts in the roughs only. The restriction isn’t for the golf carts to stay on the paths, but they will be allowed in the roughs so walking will be minimal. This should allow the grass to stay healthy and also maintain a good pace of play.

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Golf Advisory Payton Davies Chair 825-5352 First Wednesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Something to mention to golfers. With the bunker renovation, a decision was to turn the fairway bunkers on holes 14 and 15 into maintained waste areas. This means that you can ground your golf club, and remove rocks and debris. Rakes are still provided, so as a courtesy to the next player, please tidy up the area as you leave the waste area. We are looking for a non-golfing member of the community to serve on the Golf Advisory Committee. It is helpful to have a non-golfer give input to the committee so that we can see the golf course from his/her perspective. If you are interested, please let us know. Men’s 18-Hole Golf Club Pres. Bob Farmer 818-1522 Membership Dick Boss 638-6644 Play: Wednesdays

The cooler winter months are here and the Men’s 18-Hole Golf Club is in full swing. The Presidents Cup tournament was played in November and our second tournament will be The Governors Cup Wednesday, January 25, Saturday, January 28 Wednesday, Hole-In-One Winners 2011 Season. Dick Boss, and February 1. The Ray Bruns, Mert Townsend and Ron Lude. Views Cup qualification continues with weekly league play and tournament play. Your points for qualifying are posted on the Men’s 18-Hole bulletin board. The 2012 18-Hole Men’s Club renewal forms are available in the Pro Shop. All renewals are due Thursday, December 15. Renewals not received by that date will be considered late and the player will be placed on inactive status. A $10 late fee will be assessed after Thursday, December 15. Please post all of your scores in the Pro Shop and turn in your score cards signed with your first and last name with date played. The more scores turned in, the more accurate your handicap. December 7 is our next Bash and general membership meeting following league golf. Tickets will be sold before league play and in the Pro Shop until Tuesday, December 6. Thanks go out to Mike Kropf and all of the golf course maintenance crew for the great shape our course is in. “Golf is good for the soul. You get so mad at yourself you forget to hate your enemies.”

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Men’s 9-Hole Golf Club Pres. David Chatterton 818-0404 Membership Jack Saatkamp 825-4376 Play: Thursday mornings

Arrival and check-in is one half-hour prior to allow the Pro Shop time to confirm/adjust pairings. This month’s meeting will be in the Social Hall/Navajo immediately following golf, December 8. The enjoyable Christmas Burger Bash will follow with a $10 charge. Meeting day includes Buddies Day so sign up your foursome. Our club has 79 members and is still growing. We play creative games every week, and everyone is welcome. Nonresidents are also welcome to join, so if any of your acquaintances have interest, be sure to invite them. A hearty welcome to our newest member, Gary Lokkesmoe. If you would like to join or need more information, contact Jack Saatkamp.

Sun City Vistoso Women’s Golf Club Pres. Mary Ellen Tovatt 818-6290 Membership Payton Davies 825-5352 Play: Tuesdays

A very happy holiday season to everyone and best wishes for the new year! We are all looking forward to the Christmas luncheon, December 6. On this date the league shotgun will move to 8:30 AM for the winter. Please be aware that the daily Pro Shop and Driving Range hours will also change. Check the schedule posted in the Pro Shop or see page 2 of the this Tipster for these new times. On Tuesdays players must check in at least 30 minutes prior to the shotgun . This allows the staff time to make last minute pairing changes due to weather, illness or emergency. Remember to sign up one week in advance. Mark your calendar for Friday, January 27, Auditorium. We will be hosting an AWGA Rules Seminar and luncheon. Members of both 18-hole and 9-hole women’s leagues are invited. Further information including time and price will be forthcoming. There are many fun and challenging events planned, please join us. For membership information contact Payton Davies.

SCV Womens 9-Hole Golf Club Pres. Ruth Bonfiglio 825-7794 Membership Linda Miller 818-2716 Play: Thursday mornings

The holidays are upon us and everyone is looking forward to them. We are having our Christmas Party on December 8 in the Auditorium following golf. Please remember to bring in food (non-perishable) for the food bank. Our dues are $45 this year, and they are now payable. We now have 85 members, and everybody is always happy to meet and play with new members. If you are interested in joining us for a fun 9 holes, please contact Linda Miller. Some upcoming events are Home & Home Tournament with Heritage Highlands, Thursday, January 19. Our Rally for the Cure with other SCV clubs will be Tuesday, February 28. We wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by Sun City Vistoso Community Association, Inc. SCVCAI assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein. AA Ned 407-6052 Mondays, 12:30 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Tuesdays, 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Alzheimer’s Education and Support Group Don Dittman 551-6109 Arlene Schneider 825-5741 Last Tuesday, 4 PM, Desert Oasis

Learn the basics of the disease and how to live with it. Civic Association CASCVI (The Civic Association of Sun City Vistoso Inc.) is an advocate in consumer affairs. Established in 1994 as a volunteer resident group, we have successfully dealt with the Pima County Assessor and utility companies and conducted valuable investigations such as blue pipe and roofing problems. CASCVI provides an organization where residents can request assistance with problems not covered by SCVCAI. We can be reached at cascvi@comcast.net or call Marty Abelson 825-3522

Residents who desire to be on our email list to receive, submit or share home maintenance information, consumer warnings and advisories, residential tax information and resident-related issues not covered by SCVAI should submit their email addresses to cascvi@comcast.net. Please note: we are non-political and are here to serve our fellow residents. Non-resident emails will not be accepted. You must be a SCVCAI homeowner. Emerge! Co-Pres. Coralyn Hoaglund 825-6801 and Betty Hansen 818-1779 Donations Nancy Williams 818-3178 October-April, Second Tuesday, 8:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

On Tuesday, December 6 we will visit some Emerge! transition housing. There will be a short film followed by questions and answers. We will then continue on to lunch. If you have not signed up to go, please call Coralyn Hoaglund. She will send an email to participants regarding logistics. On Tuesday, December 13 we will have our regularly scheduled meeting at 8:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache. Our auxiliary helps and supports Emerge! which is the main agency that provides shelter in Southern Arizona for women and children who are victims of domestic abuse. We have a style show/luncheon every year to raise funds which are donated to Emerge!. We also collect items at our monthly meetings to donate to them. In December we are asking for female personal items, new pillows and new twin sheet sets. Please note that gift cards are always appreciated. We welcome all who are interested in joining our group and working with us. The crisis line at Emerge! to report domestic violence is: 888-428-0101.

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Sun City Vistoso Foundation The Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, a separate and independent organization from the Association, established in 1998, provides a means through which tax-deductible gifts may be channeled to support qualified health, cultural, educational and charitable needs of Sun City Vistoso and surrounding areas. Gifts may be made at any time by check, in stocks or by gifts-in-kind to the Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85755 Pres. Margie Golombek 825-2121

Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 825-5352 or bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wednesday, 10:30 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima Exercise Mondays and Thursdays 4-5:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

We had a wonderful Pot Luck in November, and hope to repeat it again in the winter. We will be having a Support Group meeting on Wednesday, December 21. Since it is so close to Christmas, we will have a round table discussion and coffee and cookies. Please join us. The Parkinson’s Group would like to thank all the local people who contributed to the fundraising on Payton’s 40 El Tour ride. We are at $6,000 and counting, to help people with Parkinson’s in Southern Arizona. Vistoso Helpful Hands

Seventeen women from Sun City Vistoso and Oro Valley, average age 69, participated in a RAD course on October 11th, 12th and 13th. RAD stands for Rape, Aggression, Defense. This class was presented by the Oro Valley Police Officers. Their training and equipment were funded by a grant through our Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation.

If you would like to be on the waiting list for the next RAD class, please contact Sergeant Amy Graham, 2295080. For questions about the course, please contact, Margie Golombek, 825-2121. The Interfaith Community Services, ICS, invited us to visit their facility and learn more about how we can work together for our community. Two Foundation Board members visited their facility on Ina Deborah Carr, ICS Donor Relations Manager, Jane Hillman, SCVCF Treasurer, Road and were extremely Mary Bonnie Kampa, ICS Executive Director, impressed with their facili- Margie Golombek, SCVCF President. ties, organization and services to seniors, people with disabilities and families in financial need. Last year volunteers provided 41,406 hours of service and drove 215,800 miles to help ICS carry out their mission. ICS has been a recipient of grants from the Sun City Vistoso Foundation for many years. The Foundation’s mission is “to improve the quality of life for active adults in Sun City Vistoso and the surrounding areas” through a tax-deductible channel. Did you know that your donation can recognize significant persons or events in the form of an honorarium or memorial? All donations make a positive difference in the quality of life in Sun City Vistoso and the surrounding community.

Join The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch... Keep our neighborhood safe. Join the Posse. Call Del 825-9681 or John Njaa 825-5486 today.

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Many organizations provide help to Pima County & Tucson/Oro Valley residents. Volunteer social workers help with a variety of issues at the Pima Council on Aging helpline 790-7262. Interfaith Community Services is another source of assitance at 297-6049. By dialing 211 you can reach the Information and Referral Services Community line. Within Sun City Vistoso through VHH, we have a file of referral services to help residents who may need long-term assistance. To get VHH help, dial 410-0498. When you hear the beep enter your phone number, followed by the # sign and hang up. We will call you back. If you are new to the community and want to help others, see Norma at the Administrative Office. She will provide you with a volunteer application form. You will be contacted by a VHH volunteer.

Café Specials December Special Dinners Coupons may not be used for special dinners.

Friday, December 9, 4:45 PM or 6:45 PM Fish Feast, $10.95 fried or $11.95 baked

Your choice of baked or fried fish, baked potato or french fries, vegetable or coleslaw, roll and butter. Reservations required. An 18% gratuity will be added to your dinner bill. No coupons or discounts will be accepted. Sunday, January 1, 7 AM Open New Year’s Day - Breakfast and Lunch

Come have breakfast or lunch on New Year’s day. Celebrate the new year with $3 Bloody Marys or Mimosas. Please note: The Café will close at 2 PM, Saturday, December 24, Christmas Eve and will be closed Sunday, December 25, Christmas Day. On Saturday, December 31, New Year’s Eve we will be closing at 2 PM.

Need a stocking stuffer or last minute gift? The Café gift card makes a great gift!

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Feature

Coming Events

Resident’s Homemade Food Website Is Tasty! www.finedinings.com

Items included in this section must be open to all residents and either be an Association-sponsored or an annual club event of interest to the entire community.

by Marge Roetzel, Tipster Editor, Photo by Dave Johnson

Everyone is interested in food that is not only good for you but pleasing to the eye. Peggy Bucholtz now has this interest even though her children told her, “When we were growing up, you were a terrible cook.” Her wish to change her persona grew from a desire to please herself and her family, as they had all acquired fine culinary skills. Peggy has a deep love for French and Northern Italian cuisine and concentrates on these. She creates her own easy, simple and quick recipes for all dishes, her secret is the use of the best quality fresh ingredients. She enjoys a large herb garden in her SCV patio. She concentrates on gourmet multi-course meals for home cooks, where everything is elegantly garnished and plated before serving. In 2001 her son-in-law suggested she start her own food website. She proceeded to make rough draft designs of how it should look and then hired a person with web design skills who transferred her ideas to a website program. Then it was necessary to go to a Host Website Service. This is the only way to gain access to the worldwide web. She calls her site www.finedinings.com Peggy is also very knowledgeable about wines and includes suggested wine choices to accompany her menus as well as recipes and instructions for all food preparation. She wanted a unique and interesting visual website rather than just written text. In so doing Peggy became the author, editor, webmaster, chef, stylist and photographer. All of these were self-taught. She studied food magazine photos to gain insight on how to set up the shots and installed a Photoshop program on her computer which allows her to use her own photos. The finished website is truly outstanding. Peggy renews www.finedinings.com every two weeks: it is also available on Facebook. Please take a look. It will certainly whet your appetite and provide many interesting and delicious offerings for your next party or family dinner.

Leaving Town? Want to Hold Delivery of the Explorer Newspaper?

Call the circulation department at the Explorer newspaper and ask them to hold delivery. 7974384. Or send an email to circulation@explorernews.com. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Special Events for Clubs See Club article for full details.

Dinner ‘N Show, Sun., Dec. 4, 3 PM, Mannheim Steamroller, UofA Dinner ‘N Show, Mon., Dec. 5, 4 PM, AZ Opry show, Apache Junction. SCV Singles, Dinner, Thu. Dec. 8, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Kactus Kickers, Boot Scootin’ Dance, Fri., Dec. 9, 6:30 PM, Auditorium SCV Singers, Holiday Concert, Tue., Dec. 13, 7 PM, Auditorium Sundancers, Gifts for Kids Dance, Wed., Dec. 14, 7 PM, Auditorium Villanellas, Dec. Sleigh Ride Shuffle dance, Fri., Dec. 16, 6:30 PM, Auditorium Ukulele Club Concert, Fri., Dec. 16, 6 PM, Bookman’s on Ina Rd. Ukulele Club, Christmas Concert., Mon., Dec. 19, 11 AM, Social Hall/Patio Dinner ‘N Show, Mon., Dec. 19, 4:30, dinner Carrabba’s, Play Berger Theater Ukulele Club Concert, Fri., Dec. 23, Noon, Arby’s on N. Oracle SCV Singles, Happy Hour, Fri. Dec. 23, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Sundancers, New Year’s Eve Dance, Fri., Dec. 30, 6:30 PM, Auditorium Rock ‘N Roll Club, New Year’s Eve Dance, Sat. Dec. 31, 8 PM, Auditorium Villanellas, New Year’s Eve Dance, Sat., Dec. 31, 8 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Friday, December 2 Nordstrom Bus Trip

Oh what fun it is to ride a bus to Nordstrom for holiday shopping. Enjoy a luxury bus trip to spend time at the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall. Shop, have lunch and enjoy the holiday decorations with friends and neighbors. There will be only one bus to this event.

Tickets on sale at Administration from Coco or Pam, $24 pp.

Saturday , December 3, 6:30 PM, Auditorium Jovert – “Santa Man and His Steel Drum Plan”

Jovert is back to fill the Auditorium with holiday music and fun. Get in the holiday mood and enjoy Tucson’s finest entertainment. This show always sells out quickly since the music is geared to all ages. Bring your guests. Cabaret seating. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Doors open at 6:30 PM Show at 7 PM.

Tickets at Administration $12 pp. Tickets may not be available at the door.

Monday, December 12, 9AM-12:30 PM Gift Shop - Monday Madness

Do you need a few more gifts for the holidays? I bet you will find just what you need, at a reduced price, at Monday Madness. Come on down and take a look. The tables will be waiting for you in front of the Gift Shop.

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Tuesday, December 13, 10 AM, Social Hall/Navajo Tucson Museum of Art Talks

Saturday, January 28, 7:30 AM, Auditorium Pancake Breakfast

If you missed the November presentation, it was a great one! The subject this month is sculpture. Docent Kay Jensen will present: “Sheer Power” the Sculpture of Barbara Chase-Riboud. Never heard of her? Come and learn about her and her work. There will be refreshments. Questions call Rudi 825-2147.

Community Assistance Committee is sponsoring the annual Pancake Breakfast which will be held in the Auditorim 7:30 AM. This helps to fund the Loan Room and is put on by many volunteers from our community. Tickets are $5 pp. We hope to see you there and feel free to bring friends from outside our community.

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 7 PM, Auditorium SCV Singers, “‘Twas The Night Before...” Holiday Concert

Don’t miss the Sun City Vistoso Singers Holiday Concert, “‘Twas The Night Before...” This concert is very popular and sold out last year.

Tickets Monday-Friday, December 5-9, 10 AM-12:30 PM, at Social Hall. $5 pp.

Sunday, December 18, 2 PM, Social Hall Navajo Historical Presentation “The Civil War Comes to Tucson”

As a tribute to the Arizona Centennial, the Vistoso Hiking Club offers our community a free series of monthly historical presentations. This is the third presentation of the series. Bob Cratty will speak on “The Desert Dream of the South, The Civil War Comes to Tucson”. Bob, in addition to being well known for his involvement in our community, is an avid history buff and an appreciated raconteur. Saturday, January 7, 6:30 PM, Auditorium The Newmans

A huge demand has brought this group back for a night filled with music and memories from the 50’s. Ron Newman was part of the famous group, The Diamonds, with a big song hit “Little Darlin”. This stage show of singers and a band is one of the best shows presented in Southern Arizona. Gather your friends and enjoy a fun filled night you won’t soon forget. Cabaret seating in the Auditorium, bring your own drinks and snacks. Doors open 6:30 PM, show 7 PM.

Tickets at Administration starting Wednesday, December 7, $18 pp.

Tuesday, January 10, 1-3 PM, Auditorium Arizona State Museum

In keeping with the State of Arizona Centennial Celebration, we present a great lecture from the Arizona State Museum entitled “Introduction to Ancient Arizona”. There is no charge for this event, you need to obtain a ticket since there will be limited seating.

Tickets starting Wednesday, December 19, 8 AM, Administration

Sunday, January 22, 1:30 PM, Audiotorium Tucson Symphony Piano Trio

No need drive or get on a bus to enjoy entertainment by the Tucson Symphony. The Auditorium will be filled with wonderful music from TSO musicians. The doors open 1:30 PM performance 2 PM. Theater seating. No food or drinks.

Tickets at Administration starting Tuesday, January 3, $14 pp.

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Tickets at Social Hall, Monday and Tuesday, January 23-24 and Thursday, January 26, 9-11 AM Wednesday, January 25, 1-3 PM, also available at the Loan Room.

Saturday and Sunday, January 28-29, Social Hall/Navajo Mata Ortiz Pottery Show and Sale

The SCV Association and the Spanish Cultural Club are sponsoring the Third Annual Mata Ortiz Pottery Show and Sale Saturday, January 28, 8 AM-4 PM, and Sunday, January 29, 10 AM-3 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Oralia Lopez and her father Uriel Lopez will be the featured artists with many additional artists represented by the pottery items for sale. Cash or check. Saturday, February 4, 6:30 PM, Auditorium The Dusty River Boys

Get your toes tapping and hands clapping for a southern Arizona music group that many SCV residents have asked to appear here. Laughs and great music are on the agenda for this night of bluegrass music. Put on your western duds and round up some friends. Cabaret seating, bring your own snacks and drinks. Doors open 6:30 PM, show 7 PM. For those that feel like country dancing a dance floor will be provided.

Tickets Friday, January 6, at Administration. $14 pp

Tuesday, February 14, Valentine’s Day, 9 AM - 4 PM WildHorsePass Casino Free Bus Trip

High demand from residents brings you another trip to enjoy. Buses provided by the casino will leave SCV at 9 AM and leave the casino to return at 4 PM. You must obtain a ticket from Coco or Pam to get on the bus and register to receive $10 to play on the slots. There will also be a drawing for a $15 lunch voucher.

Tickets will be given out starting Wednesday, January 11, 8 AM, from Coco or Pam at Administration.

Tipster Article Writers’ Class

Do you write a monthly Tipster article for your Club or Committee? Have you attended a training session? Three classes are coming: Monday, December 5, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache Thursday, January 5, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache Thursday, February 2, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache All Tipster writers must attend one class. To sign-up for a class go to www.suncity-vistoso. com and hold your mouse over News & Info and scroll down to Events. Click on the Tipster Writers’ Class of your choice, and fill out the form.

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Workshops

and

Classes

Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes

AED classes have resumed. The classes will now be held the fourth Wednesday, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center/ Yaquai. Lonnie Davis will be teaching these classes. To attend you must register by calling Lonnie at 9178073. You could save the life of a loved one or friend by taking this class. Sign up for the December 28 class at Administration. Ballroom Dance Lessons

The Vistoso Villanellas will be holding dance lessons in the Dance Studio, for eight weeks beginning Monday, January 9, 7-8:30 PM. The dances to be taught will be Fox Trot, Waltz, Rumba, Cha-cha, Tango and Swing. Couples will receive a CD of the music so they can practice at home. Cost will be $50/couple. Class size will be limited to 12 couples. Call Evelyn Holthus 818-1042 for registration or additional information. Gin Rummy

This year-round workshop is at George and Beverly Riley’s home. All skill levels are welcome. We practice playing, discuss the standardized game rules of Sun City Vistoso, as well as scoring, etiquette and skill tactics. Couples and singles invited. No fee or dues. For times, call 818-0877. Institute of Learning in Retirement

Thursday, December 1, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. Signup for winter classes. See ILR club article. Parkinson’s Exercise Classes

Exercise classes are held every Monday and Thursday, 4-5:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache. $10/class or $50/month. Spouse or caretaker is welcome at every class. Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561. Tai Chi

Clinical research has proven the efficacy of Tai Chi as a preventive and rehabilitative therapeutic tool for a variety of health issues including balance, postural stability, musculoskeletal strength and flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness, immune function and stress management. Tai Chi helps enhance self efficacy, quality of life and functional ability, endurance, fall prevention and reaction time in elderly persons. Thursdays, 1011:30 AM, Dance Studio. Call Jose 297-5362.

For Your Information The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents. SCVCAI assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein. AARP Driver Safety Class

The class will be presented Friday, December 2, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM, Oro Valley Police Dept. at Town offices on La Canada. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

age 50 and older that has helped millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads. AARP has offered the course in the classroom for 25 years. Many insurance companies offer a discount to drivers who have completed the course. The fee is $14 pp ($12 for AARP members). Space is limited, call Hal Dieterle 825-1110 to register. Dispose-A-Meds Program Comes To SCV

The OVPD (Oro Valley Police Dept.) and the Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation are sponsoring a Dispose-A-Meds Program in SCV, making it easier for our residents to dispose of unwanted medications. It is scheduled for the second Tuesday of every other month. The next one is scheduled for January 10, 9-11 AM, Social Hall. Holiday Food Drive

The SCV Democratic Club is sponsoring a Holiday Food Drive for CCS (Catalina Community Services) through Sunday, January 1. Bring food donations to the Holiday Food Drive boxes in all SCV buildings. Last year SCV residents generously contributed more than 1,000 lbs. of food items to CCS. Thank you! SCV residents are encouraged to bring food donations to holiday community events. Call Jan or Ken at 8182504 with questions. Sock Drive for Homeless Veterans

Socks and more white tube socks are what we need for SCVs Annual Sock Drive. The socks are donated to the Tucson Veterans Administration Homeless Veterans Program. They service over 1,300 veterans. This year the drive began at the Veterans Day Program when many residents brought socks or made donations for socks to be purchased at a discount. Boxes will remain in the Social Hall and the Administration Building until Thursday, December 15 for your contributions. The socks will then be delivered to the VA. If you have any questions or want to donate money call Sandy and Hal Jasper 818-1785. UA College of Medicine’s Parkinson’s Research Lab

Free tours, open to the public, offer an opportunity to see scientific investigations firsthand and speak with Scott J. Sherman, MD, PhD, associate professor of neurology, and his research team. Tours are held monthly. This month’s tour is Thursday, December 8, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Lunch and complimentary parking are included. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, contact Melissa McGee, UA College of Medicine, Office of Development, 520-626-2827, or email mcgeem@email. arizona.edu

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Thank You Corner This section allows residents to express thanks to the community. Articles should not exceed 50 words and should not contain thanks to specific persons.

An enormous thank you to each and every one of you who helped with the organizing and delivering of the 2011 Telephone Directory. It’s a large task that goes quickly when combined with many volunteering hands! Carolyn Lerch

Memoriam To record the passing of a current or former resident call 825-3711 ext 120 or complete a Tipster form located in the Administration Office. Sun City Vistoso submitters can choose to make their name and phone number available to provide information on contacting the former resident’s family.

basic aspects of this skill. Reserve a spot by calling Dave 825-7430. If you have the desire, we have the teachers and facilities to produce some fine art works. Come join us. Oil Painting - Art Made Easy Merle Broadbent 818-0098 Mondays, Wednesdays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Art

Most of our seasonal artists are back at work and we welcome all those considering sculpture as a viable outlet for the creative juices to join us. We are a teaching club and will work with all new members in creating pieces you’ll be proud to display in your homes. Come join us sculpting, chatter, and good oldies pop music while you work.

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Clubs Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 818-9073 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 9 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool. Art League Dave Dame 825-7430, Judy Bjorling 818-1296, Co-Presidents

The Art League show in the Social Hall for December will be a theme show, People in Action. The theme shows are open to all of the Art League groups. Colored Pencil Club Peggy Webb 825-2731 or Betty Sarr 825-7801 Etching - Printmakers Vickie Von Elbe 825-1329 Fridays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art Fine Arts Studio Pres. Mellanie Herbert 825-2258 Wednesdays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art

Our studio will be displaying on the Social Hall walls in January 2012. Art works for this show will be hung Monday, January 2, 9 AM. This is a no-theme show with all subject matter and media acceptable. Dave Dame has agreed to teach a workshop on mat cutting Saturday, January 14, 10 AM-3 PM. It is open to all, free of charge ( materials excluded) and will cover all Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Sculpture Gene Eckebrecht 825-2419 Mondays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art

Watercolor John Ebert 818-1830 Registration Irma Franke 825-1198 irmawf@comcast.net Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9 AM-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art

The Watercolor Club attracts old and new members to join us on assigned dates in the art room. Ito McNully will collect your $5 dues. Marilyn Robbins, professional watercolorist, will continue classes Tuesdays, 9 AM-Noon through December. Register with Irma Franke at 825-1198, and pay $25 when you come to class. Artist William Bridges offers sage advice: “Genuine beginnings begin within us, even when they are brought to our attention by external opportunities”. Arthritis Water Club President Dawn Simske 825-0907, Secretary Ruth Hofstetter 825-8990 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 1:30 PM, Aquatic & Fitness Center pool.

Come join us for gentle water exercise specifically designed by the Arthritis Foundation to help with range of motion and to relieve stiffness and pain. These exercises are great for arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced hips and knees, etc. Our resident volunteer instructors, Dawn Simske and Helen Kirk, are Arthritis Foundation trained. Dues are $4/yr. Note time change.

Astronomy Pres. Shirley Chorney 825-8502; papabama@comcast.net October-May Third Thursday of each month, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/astronomy/

Thursday, December 1, Star Party, begins 5:30 PM on the Café patio. Come one, come all. Expect celestial viewing and interesting slide shows supplemented with hot cider, etc. The Astronomy Club’s general meeting program December 15 will be presented by seventh graders from Coronado School. They will teach us about the moon in an exercise entitled “Moon Balls”. It promises to be an educational and very entertaining, not-to-be missed experience. Our regular (except on club meeting days) Thursday afternoon video lectures take place December 1, 4 PM, Social Hall/Kachina Lounge, titles are: “The Paradox of the

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Night Sky” and “The Age of the Universe”. On December 8 the lectures are “When Geometry is Destiny” and “The Mass Density of the Universe”. Each lecture is one-half hour long and is geared to the general public. We will not have a meeting December 22. Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) - Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 818-6509, mmoyerpp@gmail.com Every Monday 11 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

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 mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just one hour every Monday morning. Great way to start each week! SCV visitors welcome. Bible Study Men’s Bible Study Fred Gustin 825-7531, Bill Moeller 825-8695, Tuesdays, 7:30 AM, Catalina Vista

Our Men’s Bible Study has been in session for a month now in a great study of The Book of John. We meet at 7:30-8:30 AM, Catalina Vista. We will not meet on Tuesdays, December 27 and January 3. Come and join us in this study and then enjoy breakfast and fellowship, Sun City Vistoso Café, 8:30 AM. See you there! Precept Women’s Bible Study Linda Miller 818-2716 or Pat Gustin 825-7531 September-April, Wednesdays, 8:45 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

We are a group of women who share the love of the Lord and an interest in learning the Bible. We are women who care for and support one another and pray for families and friends. Our officers are Pres., Peggy Foster; VP, Patty Higgins; Sec., Linda Miller; Treas., Jan Gore.

Bike Club - Vistoso Cyclists Don Piele 520-302-5321 Pres. Tom Meyer 612-791-1791 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Mountain View Plaza http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/cyclists/

The Vistoso Cyclists Food Drive was an overwhelming success. The measure of their giving to ICS (Interfaith Community Services) was over two tons! This was delivered by the Sun City Vistoso posse truck and crew Larry Lee, Jim Johnson, Fred Finney, Dave and Marlys Nelson. The annual holiday party will be held Saturday, December 3, Catalina Vista, 6 PM. The Vistoso Cyclists continue a program of scheduled rides from Mountain View Plaza every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 AM. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

Many Vistoso Cyclists participated in the annual El Tour de Tucson and were cheered on as they rode up Rancho Vistoso Boulevard. Check our website for the rest of the story. Billiards Ray Hicks 825-2214 Monday-Friday, Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

As the weather cools outside, it is heating up in the Billiards Room. Competition for the 8-ball tournament on Sunday, October 30, was really good. The first place winner was Clyde Cottrell, a three-way tie for second place among Ray Hicks, Howard Kaspy and Rick La Voy. The potluck followed, with so much great food, that there were leftovers for the next day’s lunch. A great time was had by all. The next tournament/potluck will be Sunday, December 18 and league play will be Tuesday, December 6 and 20. New members are always welcome, so we will see you there. Birders Group Marjorie Flory 825-4580 First Friday, 4 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/birders/

All residents are welcome to bird with us and attend our planning meetings December 2 and January 6. You must contact the group coordinator prior to Noon the day before the trip to assure your carpool space. Meet at the parking area behind the Vistoso Center 15 minutes before the departure time. Bring lunch where indicated. Don’t forget binoculars, hat, water, sunscreen, bird guidebook, and money to pay your driver. Fri., Dec. 9, 6:30 AM Gilbert Water Ranch. Shirley Piplani 825-8428. Bring lunch. $13 carpool. Fri., Dec. 16, 7:30 AM Sweetwater Ponds. Barbara Gates 825-7645. $3 carpool. Wed., Dec. 28, 6:30 AM Santa Gertrudis Lane. Doug Higgins (630) 369 2896. Bring money for lunch out. $10 carpool. Fri., Jan. 6, 6 AM Whitewater Draw. Shirley Piplani 825-8428. Bring lunch. $14 carpool.

Community Phone Directory Corrections Ron, Michal (Mika) 445-4616 and cell: 520-370-7987 Fristoe, Jim and Valerie 219-4134

Bocce Pres. Dennis Reynolds 825-5674 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 2 PM, Bocce Courts

A big crowd of current and former bocce players gathered on Halloween to celebrate a very special birthday, Vera Hatch’s 95th. Vera, a valued bocce club member, is a gold medal winner in bocce in the Senior Olympics, and continues to be one of our best players. Her upbeat attitude and can-do approach to life are an inspiration to us all. Many more, Vera! Book Clubs Book Club Lillian Vittenson 825-5522, Eileen Rotman 825-5434 First Monday, 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

This month’s book begins with a wife and mother who starves herself to death for the cause of women’s rights, specifically the right to vote. A Short History of Women, by Kate Walbert, travels back and forth in time providing insights on the lives of several generations of women all affected to some degree by their sacrificial ancestor. Harriet Rosenstein will lead our discussion of this unusual and provocative novel December 5. January’s selection features two very different females, a young, single Nigerian and a married, British mother, whose lives intersect in unforgettable fashion. Sharyn Rafieyan will lead the discussion of Chris Cleave’s Little Bee. The Sun City Vistoso library has at least one copy of almost every selection on our reading list for 20112012 which is posted on its bulletin board. New members and guests are always welcome. Great Books Pres. Syrile Ellison 818-6521 October-April, First and third Wednesdays, 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

“Although you may spend your life killing, you will not exhaust all your foes. But if you quell your own anger, your real enemy will be slain.” It sounds like Nagarjuna (credited with this quote) believed in the importance of anger management. This season’s text, The Seven Deadly Sins Sampler, contains two selections featuring the sin of anger. December 7, Sandy Rice will lead our discussion of Rudyard Kipling’s Mary Postgate. January 4, Barbara Gates will guide our analysis of Hairball by Margaret Atwood. Newcomers are always welcome and many of our selected readings may be obtained from sources other than our text. We have no annual dues and we always serve refreshments. Please note there will only be one meeting in December this year. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Bowling - Pathfinders Don Andersen 825-1408 Mondays, 9 AM, Fiesta Lanes

The season is underway, the scores are high and the competition fierce. We have had some of our regular team members opt out, but new ones take their place with lots of new faces this year. About 10% of our regular 120 bowlers need a replacement each week, so we need lots of subs. We have an effective system of placing subs to fill vacancies. If you are interested in participating, call Don Andersen to arrange to be on the list. Bridge Duplicate Bridge Pres., Ken Seeds 425-0212 Co-VPs, Virginia Houserman 825-3189 and Marilyn Collison 825-0959 Mondays, 6 PM, Social Hall/Papago; Fridays, 12:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago

Annual dues $8 pp. Please be present at least 10 minutes before play is scheduled to start, as we may start a few minutes early. Bring exactly $1 pp for prize money each time you play. Residents may play twice before joining. Bring your membership card the first time you play. Renters, with an Association card, are welcome to join. Guests of residents may play only twice in a year. We are not an ACBL sanctioned club and do not award master points. Ladies Monday Social Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Mondays, 12 PM, Social Hall/Navajo

Our annual holiday luncheon will be held December 12, Social Hall/Navajo, $10 pp. We meet every Monday in the Navajo room at Noon. We are a friendly group, and all bridge players are welcome. Ladies Wednesday Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Wednesdays, Noon, Social Hall/Hopi

Join us for enjoyable bridge. Doors open at noon and play begins at 12:25 PM. Bring 50¢ (two quarters, please). Annual dues are $3 pp. Guests are welcome. Marathon Bridge June Jaeger 818-9564

The Marathon begins each year in October. If you’d like to join next year, call June Jaeger.

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Mixed Social Bridge Pres. Barney Budreck 825-2172 November through February sign-in at 8:45 for 9 AM play Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Desert Oasis/Zuni

How can you pass up a deal like this? Double your fun by coming to the Desert Oasis as you mix with the Social Bridge Club. Be ye an Ace, a King, a Queen or just Jack, we bid you a welcome to deck our halls and play to your hearts content for a $6 pp annual fee after two free trials. Score with a cup of java as you find a partner and opponents who suit you. Practice Bridge Pres. Joe Pheanis 818-9144 Sec./Treas. Louise Lines 825-6673 Mondays and Wednesdays 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

We learn while we play. We welcome beginners and intermediate players. Just come in and enjoy an afternoon of bridge with your neighbors. Tuesday Night Partners Bridge Pres., George Holthus 818-1042 Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago

The last three grand slams were bid and made by Paul and Jane Kuennemeier, Buzz Dolsberry and Bob Agnew, Mattie Landrum and Marilyn Martin. They all won big money. You can, too. Bunco Joan 818-0862, Fern 825-8127 Fourth Tuesday, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Canasta CJ Barbee 825-5885, Rosemary Dalla Rosa 825-1982 Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Join us for a friendly game of Canasta. You must be checked in by 6:10 PM when the doors promptly close. Please bring three quarters. Dues are $4 pp. You may play twice before joining this group. We are looking forward to seeing everyone at our annual Christmas Party, Thursday, December 8. Desert Celtic Society President, Frank Maisch 825-8583 Meeting Friday, December 9, Social Hall/Navajo

Members and guests, our annual holiday gathering is planned for Friday, December 9, 6 PM, Social Hall/ Navajo. Dinner will be served at 6:30 PM. The menu: turkey with cider gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, apple pecan stuffing, etc. plus a wonderful dessert. Please, BYOB. The cost is $16 pp. Please make your check payable to The Desert Celtic Society and send it to Kathy Davidson, 1353 Bright Angel Dr., prior to December 2. Also, remember to bring your gift for the white elephant gift exchange, one per person. See you at the party! Ceramic Club Pres. Carney Lewis 825-0044 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 AM-12:30 PM, Tuesday Noon-3:30 PM Craft Complex/Ceramics

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is Wednesday, December 14, 10 AM-Noon, Ceramics Room. Mark your calendar for 10 AM, Thursday, January 12, for the general meeting in the Pour Room. At the October general meeting, members approved a motion to rescind the change of our fiscal year of July 1-June 30 to January 1-December 31. Please pay $6 dues prior to December 31, 2011 to avoid being delinquent. Information: Membership:

Computer Society (VCS) Paul Chorney 825-8502 chorneys@comcast.net Ron Craig 505-7411 doronrun@comcast.net Dave Johnson 825-6994, 2427 Nasturtium St., http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/computer/

The VCS Festive Holiday general meeting, Monday, December 12, 1 PM, Auditorium. Jazz group Quantum NItes will present the program.

December Class Schedule Date Time Getting to Know Your Mac for Beginners – Version 1 - For Mac 1 session Mon., Dec 19 10 AM-12 N Ron Craig doronrun@comcast.net 903-421-6243 or 520-505-7411 (Must dial 520 in second number) iPhone Tips for iPhone Users 1 session – Note: Yaqui Room Thu., Dec. 8 1 PM-2 PM Peg Bushong jerpegbushong@hotmail.com 520-818-2513 How and Where I Use My iPad2 – Class Show and Tell 1 session Wed., Dec. 21 10 AM-12 PM Sonny Kaye sakmac@comcast.net N/A Skype Video Calls – For PC Users 1 session Wed., Dec. 28 10:15 A M-12:15 AM Sue Lane sklane6970@aol.com 520-825-7518 People Interested in Buying iPad, and For Earlier Users Limited class 1 session Fri., Dec. 30 10 AM-12 PM Marian Horsley marianhorsley@comcast.net 520-825-1846

All classes and workshops require registration. Register directly with the instructors by phone or email. Instructors name and email addresses are listed on the VCS website http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/ computer. Other sources of information are the club’s ListServ, the Tipster and SCV community calendar. Class schedules are also available outside the computer Learning Center. If you are not signed up for the Listservs, it is highly recommended you do so now (see below**). Membership dues are $10 per household starting July 1, 2011. No cash please. Checks only, made out to Vistoso Computer Society, are accepted at the general meetings or by sending to the Membership Chair, Dave Johnson, 2427 Nasturtium Street, Oro Valley, AZ 85755. Please notify Dave Johnson dpjohn@aol.com of any changes in email address or phone numbers. New member application forms are available outside the Learning Center. Membership is required for all classes except Beginning PC and includes Help Sessions and the right to join the Listservs. To donate PC computer equipment, call Brian O’Neill 825-8586. Recycle used cartridges in the bin provided just outside the Computer Learning Center. **The Listserv provides announcements, tips and computer help from other members. To subscribe, send an email request to Marian Horsley, marianhorsley@ comcast.net and specify if you are interested in PC, Mac or both.

Clay Club VP Joan Brown 825-5793 Meetings first Thursday, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Clay Studio Cribbage Club Robert Hines 825-2208 First and third Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima Dance Groups Ballroom - Vistoso Villanellas Pres. George Holthus 818-1042 Jan Buchel 825-6735 Dances: Third Friday, September- June, 7:30 PM, Auditorium

We offer two dances in December. The monthly dance, Sleigh Ride Shuffle, is Friday, December 16, 7-10 PM. Social time begins at 6:30 PM. Music by Major Minors band. Dress is dressy, coats for men. Contact Vern and Marlene Bussard, 825-3798

Tickets $15 pp/members and $20 pp/guests Ticket sales Tuesday and Wednesday December 6-7, 8:30-10 AM, Kachina Lounge The New Year’s Eve Dance is Saturday, December 31. Social at 8 PM, dancing 8:30 PM to 12:15 AM with the THORsSOUNDS, Social Hall/Navajo. We provide a snack and beverages at midnight. All SCV residents are welcome but seats are limited. Dress is dressycoats, for men. BYOB. For ticket information after December 7, call Hy Osofsky 818-2997.

Tickets $25 pp ticket sales Tuesday and Wednesday, December 6-7, 8:30-10 AM. Kachina Lounge. Dancin’ Dynamos Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Classes meet in the Social Hall/Dance Studio Cloggers Instructor/Registrar Anne Wilson 297-0843 Tuesdays 9-10:30 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

Clogging is underway, but if you are a previous clogger looking to increase your skills and endurance, join us from 9-10:30 AM on Tuesday mornings. Class is designed this year to begin at a Basic 1 level and progress to Intermediate and EZ Advanced through the morning. You may come and go at the level that suits your skills or pushes your abilities. Fee: $4 pp, questions Anne L. Wilson, Instructor. 2970843.

Hula - Aloha Hula Sisters Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com Marietta Fowler 825-9162 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/hula/

Aloha! Are you ready to learn a new dance and have fun while learning? Hula dancing is not strenuous but it gives you a good workout. Not sure if this is for you, why not try it out? Join us at the Dance Studio every Tuesday, 1-3 PM. Classes are free. Visit us at our website http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/hula/. Questions, call or e-mail Del Salvaterra.

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Tappers Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Dancersize/Intermediate tap Fridays 3 PM Social Hall/Dance Studio

Line Dancing - Sunliners President Nancy Montgomery 825-4788 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/sunliners/ ANNOUNCEMENTS: Open Line Dance Fri., December 2, 6:30-8:30 PM December Dance Party Sat., December 10, 5:30-9 PM Basic Beginner Line Dance classes Sat., Jan. 7–Feb.18, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM $27 for all six lessons.

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Intermediate Continuing Beginner

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Intermediate Transition Intermediate Continuing Beginner Intermediate

Sat., 9-10 AM Sat.,10:15-11:15 AM Wed., 2-3 PM (Dance Studio) Thu., 2:45- 4 PM Thu.., 4-5 PM Sun., 11 AM to 12:30 PM (Dance Studio)

All classes, practice and dances, are held in the Auditorium unless otherwise noted.

Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Earl Cohen 818-2582 Dances in the Auditorium http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/rocknroll/

Our membersonly fund raiser and holiday event is Sunday, December 11, 3-5 PM. Local Merchants have donated prizes for lucky winners. Our 50/50 raffle will benefit Youth Photos from the Rock ‘N Roll Club’s Monster Mash, held on Their Own October 29. who support high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance. Please bring canned goods to share with CCS food bank. Come celebrate New Year’s Eve with us Saturday, December 31, 8 PM-midnight, Auditorium. Dance the night away with DJ Gus D’Oldie and Ms. Gina who will spin your favorite rock and roll tunes. All you can eat pizza and salad with dessert and a champagne toast.

Tickets $20 members, $25 non-members Ticket sales Wednesday, December 7, 9-11 AM (members only), Friday, December 9, 9-11 AM, Monday, December 12, 9-11 AM/Social Hall

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Square Dancing - Sundancers Presidents John and Sandy Wilson 818-2368 wilsonj@msu.edu Caller Ron Markus Dances in Auditorium, Wednesdays, 7 PM website www.sundancersquarestucson.com

Thanks to a great turnout, our first Special Caller Dance was a Nine-square success. Refreshers with Plus lessons will continue throughout December, Mondays, 3-6 PM. We will not have Wednesday afternoon class Reviews. Shop early for the Gifts for Kids Dance on Wednesday, December 14. There will not be a dance on December 28, but we’ll top off our year with a New Year’s Eve Eve Dance Friday, December 30, 6:30 PM. Gary Shoemake will be calling squares and Barb Haines will be cueing rounds. It’s free for club members who have paid their 2011-2012 dues; $5 pp for others.

Western Dancing - Kactus Kickers Pres./Membership Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com November-April, Dances, Second Friday, Practice Thursdays, 6:30-8 PM, Auditorium. http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/kactus/

Day Trippers Pres. George Tanner 818-1226 Membership Doris Dent 825-8009 Meeting/Activity Information, Second Friday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo Sun., Dec. 4 Fort Huachuca Home Tour and Brunch. Meet the officers and their wives of Fort Huachuca and enjoy their 100 year old homes as you view their Christmas decorations from around the world. $56 pp which includes brunch. Monitor Rita Samlin 825-8092 Sat., Dec 17 Christmas Brunch by Culinary Design at Catalina Vista, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM. New price $5.00 pp for club members, non members $15 pp. New monitor Rita Fjelseth, 825-9613. Entertainment: The Grace Notes. Democratic Club Pres. Ben Love 825-8064, bflove1@juno.com: VP Ursula Jarvis 825-8461 Second Saturday each Month: 1 PM Social Hall/Navajo www.LD26dems.org

‘Tis the Holiday Season! Let’s celebrate with a famous Democratic Potluck Saturday, December 10, 1 PM Social Hall/Navajo. The Club will provide the main dish and members are asked to bring a salad, dessert, or side dish to share. Guests are welcome. Please RSVP to Jo Mills, 825-7321 with number of guests and what food you are bringing. Also, don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item for our Food Bank Project. Dinner ’N Show Gay Russell 825-5763; Membership, Julie Balogh 818-1046 First Monday, 7:15 PM, Auditorium

All are welcome to join us for our monthly meetings. Bring your checkbook to the meeting, we prefer not to take cash. The December meeting will be on Monday, December 12, 7:15 PM, as we will be enjoying AZ Opry’s Holiday show on December 5. Kactus Kickers get-together/dance practice.

Celebrate the season Tucson-style Friday, December 9, Auditorium, at A Boot Scootin’ Christmas Dance party with the popular Wild Oats band playing two-step, swing, cha-cha and others. Western wear always encouraged. Doors open 6 PM. Dance, 6:309:30 PM. Snacks, dessert, BYOB. Please bring a can or two of food for the Catalina Food Bank

Tickets $13 members, $16 non-members Ticket sales Thursday, December l, 9-11 AM Friday, December 2, 1-3 PM Monday, December 5, 9-11 AM, Social Hall/Lobby and every Thursday evening at lessons/practices. Contact Carole 825-6951

Free dance lessons every month the Thursday night before each dance, starting December 8, Auditorium. Learn the Cotton Eyed Joe, western two step, chacha and more. Beginners: 6:30-7:30 PM; Intermediate 7:30-8:30 PM. Dance practice, Thursdays, except the night before dance, 6:30-8 PM, Auditorium. Join now, enjoy the free dance lessons and practice, meet the fun and friendly Kactus Kickers folks. Call or email Del at the above information.

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Dinner ‘N Show current schedule: Sun., Dec. 4 Mannheim Steamroller, Centennial Hall, UofA. Bus and show, $80. Barbara Schmitt, 825-4249. Bus leaves at 3 PM. Mon., Dec. 5 AZ Opry Holiday Show, Apache Junction. Bus, dinner, show, $49. Rachel Quigley, 825-4034. Bus leaves at 4 PM. Mon., Dec. 19 My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish, and I’m Home for the Holidays, Berger Theatre. Dinner at Carrabba’s. Bus, dinner, show, $70. Marilyn Schwartz, 825-9174. Bus leaves at 4:30 PM. Wed., Jan. 18 Brigadoon, Broadway Palm, Mesa. Bus, buffet, show, $67. Lynn Krivitz, 825-7689. Wed., Feb. 1 Garrison Keillor at Centennial Hall, UofA. Bus and show, $60. Joan Downs, 572-4399.

Note: Buses leave on time from behind the Vistoso Center. Time posted is when the bus leaves the parking lot.

Have You Picked Up Your NEW SCV HOA Membership Card?

New HOA membership cards are ready and waiting at the Vistoso Center. If you have not picked up your new membership card(s) yet—please do.

Discussions Groups Great Decisions Jim Huffer 825-8743 September-Mid-January, Jack Evert 818-3068 Late January-early May Second and fourth Wednesdays, 11:30 AM, Social Hall/Navajo

Jim Huffer, moderator: Continuing in the fall series of meetings, we will present TruTV videos from Jesse Ventura’s Conspiracy Theory Documentaries. The only meeting in December is Wednesday, December 14. The subjects are: Gulf Oil Spill and the Pentagon. Great Decisions will be starting its eight-subject season Wednesday, January 25, with Jack Evert as the discussion leader. Jack Evert, moderator: topics for the 2012 season: Middle East realignment, promoting democracy, Mexico, cyber security, exit from Afghanistan and Iraq, state of the oceans, Indonesia, energy geopolitics. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, January 25, 11:30 AM, Social Hall/Navajo, brown-bag luncheon format. Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Marge Gustafson 760-989-1745 Membership Elaine Deeter 825-5388

The Holidays are here, and HomeAgain.com has some great reminders for protecting your pet: 1. Practice Fire Safety: candles can get knocked over by wagging tails, so don’t leave pets and candles unattended. 2. Be Careful about giving your pets people food, and don’t let your guests do it either. 3. Protect both pets and breakables by keeping fragile glassware, decorations, etc out of reach. 4. Plants toxic to pets include mistletoe, poinsettia, holly and lilies. 5. Keep alcoholic beverages out of Fido’s reach. 6. Chocolate is everywhere during the holidays, but it is toxic to pets. 7. Twinkling lights are an attractive hazard for dogs and cats, keep them out of reach. 8. Don’t decorate with food; strings of cranberries and popcorn tempt dogs to ingest string. 9. Avoid tinsel. If a pet eats it, intestinal problems are common. 10. Small toys, ribbons and bells present choking hazards for dogs.

Energetic Exercise Karen Caldwell 825-5231 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:25-9:30 AM, Auditorium

It’s time to get fit for the holidays! We have classes that will prepare your muscles and joints to help you do all those activities you enjoy, with greater strength, balance and flexibility. Professional instructor Sally Martinez has been our leader for over 15 years and is expert at working with seniors. She’s both inspiring and encouraging. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel! New members are always welcome, men and women. Your get-acquainted class is free. Annual dues are $3 pp. Tickets are only $30 for 12 classes. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Holiday lunch is Friday, December 16, 11:30 AM, El Charro Café, $10 pp. Make your reservation at class or call Karen, 825-5231. Euchre Jack and Barb Matthies 825-4891 (October-May) Jack and Maria Welch 395-1205 (May-October) Mondays, meet 5:45 PM, play 6 PM, Catalina Vista

Looking for a fast-paced game? Come play euchre. It’s similar to pinochle but simpler, more exciting and more fun. Euchre is easy to learn but not always easy to win. Play with a new partner every eight hands for only 50¢/night. All levels of players are welcome. Financial Strategies Jim Huffer 825-8743 First and third Tuesdays, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi

The only meeting in December is Tuesday, December 6, 9 AM, in an informal open session to discuss a potpourri of topics, beginning with a discussion of recent market action and trends. We bring our own investment ideas to the meeting and research them together, using one of the commercially available programs.

Vistoso Native American Flute Circle Peggy Webb 825-2731, Information: Ed Pendrys 825-7151 First Sunday, 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Researchers tell us one way to keep our minds alert is to learn a new musical instrument. Our club offers you the opportunity to learn to play the Native American flute. It is an easy instrument to play, you don’t need to know how to read music. There are only five basic notes.

Garden Club Pres. Vicki Gushwa 825-2413 Meeting second Wednesday, 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Here we are back to winter already. If you attended our November meeting, you know how to protect your plants from freezing this year. If you just returned from your summer away, you missed a fun day at Tohono Chul Park, Plan to help deck the halls of the Social Hall with us on Monday, November 28, 9 AM. After we decorate, a catered lunch will be served to thank those who worked so hard to make the Social Hall beautiful. On Wednesday, December 14, 1:30 PM , we’ll have a holiday pot luck social featuring tastes of each others traditional holiday foods. We’ll also learn some table decorating tips from Arlene Kuizema. Gardening Tip: Winter days were made to give us a break from yard work. Do protect any plants you still have that are cold sensitive. One handy tip, use those old fashioned incandescent Christmas lights to keep your trees warm. Just wrap a string of the lights around the tree. The heat from the incandescent bulbs acts as a heater.

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Genealogy Club Pres. Michael Carroll 818-0556 Ancestral Research Barbara Krecklow 825-4695 October-May, Second Tuesday, 1 PM, Social Hall/Navajo www.scvgs.org

Kathy Goodrich is our December speaker. Kathy has a graduate degree from Northern Arizona University. She teaches genealogy classes and is a staff member at the Buckeye Arizona Family History Center. The title of her talk is “Everything I Know About My Family’s History I Learned From Nancy Drew.” 2012 dues may be paid at this meeting. Dues are $15 pp or $25/household. Call Ken Jordan 818-9545. Mark your calendars for upcoming events. The Arizona Family History Expo is in Mesa on Friday and Saturday, January 20-21. The Green Valley Genealogical Society’s annual Workshop and Seminar is on Friday and Saturday, February 17-18. See the club website SCVGS.com for links to details. Gin Rummy George Riley 818-0877 Mondays, 6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec

We play team games by drawing cards for partners with no choice of teammates or tables. There are no dues or fees for this club. Games are comparatively low stakes. Call George or Bev Riley.

Gun Club Pres. Warren Cuthbert 818-1282, Meeting Second Wednesday, October-May, 2 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Club does not meet June-September

Holiday lunch will be on Wednesday, December 14, 11:30 PM, Bubb’s Grub in Catalina, AZ. Please bring guests and make a reservation with Warren Cuthbert by Wednesday, December 7. The Gun Club is for people who have an interest in learning about guns, shooting, personal protection and firearm safety. In fact, you do not even need to own a gun or have any experience with firearms to come to meetings. We especially invite women, who are interested in learning about firearms safety and selfprotection with or without a gun. People are frequently interested in learning the laws and regulations about carrying a gun and what is required to obtain an Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit. Club members are encouraged to bring any new or interesting guns/accessories to the meeting for people to see or any guns they want to sell/trade. For safety, any gun brought to the meeting needs to be unloaded and have a trigger lock or plastic strip lock. At some meetings we have guest speakers from law enforcement or other gun related organizations. You are invited to come to a meeting and see if our club activities would interest you. Club members often shoot on Thursday afternoons (Oct.-May) and Thursday mornings (June-Sept.) at Pima Pistol Range.

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Hand and Foot Bonnie Arneson 229-1084 Sundays, 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis

Come join us for a fun afternoon of Hand and Foot. If you have never played, it is very similar to Canasta and easy to learn. Please bring three quarters and be able to stay until 4 PM. You may play one time before joining. Dues $5 pp. Havurah

Co Pres. Shirley Chorney 825-8502, Corinne Kulick 825-7673 Corresponding Sec. Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762 Third Monday, 7 PM Catalina Vista http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/havurah/

Last month Havurah members welcomed in the new year. We are a welcoming group that shares an interest in Jewish culture. We center many of our activities around special foods and socializing. Members are reminded to wear their nametags to all events and bring non-perishable food items to general meetings and brunches for Catalina Community Services.

Upcoming activities include: Mon., Dec. 12 Board Meeting, 7 PM, Chorney residence (Members welcome but please inform hostess.) Mon., Dec. 19 Chanukah General Meeting and Latke Party, 7 PM, Catalina Vista featuring a presentation on composer George Bizet by Vivian Weede. Tue., Dec. 20 Candlelighting with singing and refreshments , 5 PM, Social Hall Lobby. Sat., Jan. 14 Members Only Party (Dues must be current to purchase tickets at the December 19 General Meeting or Thursday, January 5, 10 AM-Noon, Social Hall). Check the Havurah website for details and watch for emails.

Hiking Club Dave Fraser 818-2434, or dajufraz@aol.com for New Member Orientation Hike information. http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/hiking

Mark your calendars for the third AZ Centennial historical presentation on Sunday, December 18, 2 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. Presented by Bob Cratty. See the Coming Events section for more information. Plan on welcoming in the New Year with a great hike, good friends, and wonderful treats. Watch your emails for information on our annual New Year’s Eve day hike.

Horseshoes Jack Howatt 825-1583, Ray Coleman 825-2789, Ron Knudson 825-9307 Tuesdays and Thursdays October Through April, 2 PM, Catalina Vista

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ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Jane Arndorfer, janearndorfer@comcast.net VP Lei Bammel, leibammel@earthlink.net Curriculum: Sharyn Rafieyan, srafieyan@comcast.net Registration: Milt Damlich, mdamilch@aol.com Samplers and Short Subjects: Wendy Baumann, bruno39w@aol.com Rowena Hardinger, lhhrlh@aol.com http://SunCityILR.com

The last big ILR event of the fall, the presentation of the class offerings for the winter/spring ILR session, will be Thursday, December 1, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. Moderators for each class will introduce their course, after which you may register for the courses of your choice. There is a one-time fee of $25 pp to become a member of the ILR; classes are $10 each. Registration begins Thursday, December 1, and ends Friday, December 16. After 4 PM, December 1, look for class descriptions and printable registration forms on the ILR website: http:// SunCityILR.com or find hardcopy course descriptions and forms in the Library lounge or the ILR library cupboard, Catalina Vista/Pima. Mail your form and check to the ILR address on the registration form. If you have ideas for a future course or Sampler, please contact the Curriculum Committee. Japanese Flower Arranging Club Donald Marier 825-4878 dmarier1@comcast.net Doris Oliver 818-1512 dorisoliver81@msn.com October-May Second and fourth Mondays, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Fall classes in Japanese flower arranging are beginning. Learn at your own pace to make creative arrangements using flowers and branch materials. Class leaders, Don Marier and Doris Oliver, are both certified teachers.

Mexican Train Dominoes Pres. Judy Rigby 638-8800 Membership Wye Mace 825-8738 Second and fourth Saturdays, 6 PM, Catalina Vista

The annual holiday potluck will be held on Saturday, December 10, Catalina Vista. The meal will start at 5 PM immediately followed by Mexican Train Dominoes at 6 PM. Members are asked to bring a dish to pass to serve 8 to 10 people. Those with a last name beginning A-D bring a salad or vegetable, E-M a main dish, N-R an appetizer, and S-Z a dessert. Bread, coffee, and table service will be provided. Members may wish to BYOB. This party is for members only. $7 Dues for 2011-2012 may be paid to the membership chair, Wye Mace, when you come to play. You may also try out the club for just $1. Modelers Club Pres. Dave Sarther 825-3767, sartgerdj@aol.com Second Friday, 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/modelers

Karate Club Pres. Fred Hargrave 825-1779 Classes: Wednesdays, 9 AM-Noon, Social Hall/Dance Studio

We are starting to review for promotions so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good time to stop by and see what it is all about. We study traditional Okinawan ShitoRyu Karate tailored to your physical condition, needs and desires. We also learn modern self protection techniques and theory. These are the same techniques that are taught to the police and the military. We simply modify them for seniors. No one gets hurt in our classes. Improve your balance, strength, flexibility, memory and gain confidence. Phone: Instructor Paul Lauff 548-5725, President Fred Hargrave 825-1779, or stop by the Dance Studio.

come to play either way. Please make a note on your calendar to attend the Mah Jongg Open House, scheduled for Thursday, January 26. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this first-ever event! Dues for 2012, $5 pp, cash only, are now being collected on game days by Ena Mindel, Treasurer.

Mah Jongg Pres. Eileen Sevy 825-5695; Sec. Sonny Kaye 825-8546 Thursdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Business meeting, first Thursday

Our annual Mah Jongg Tournament begins in December. This year, it will be in a different format that will level the playing field. The tournament will be held the third Thursday of each month until the spring luncheon. In addition, on tournament day, there will be a special hand-of-the-day. Each month, the best tournament score and the winner of the special hand will each receive a prize. Come sign up for tournament play. Details are available on game days. Tournament participation is optional but Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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We meet on Friday, December 9, at 8 AM for coffee and donuts with the business meeting at 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima. The Modelers Club is a group that enjoys building, collecting and talking about all kinds of models from RC planes, boats, trains, cars and almost anything worth building or collecting. Bring yourself, a neighbor, a guest and a favorite project or model you are working on or have completed. After our regular business meeting we continue with the actual handson modeling portion of the meeting through lunchtime. We encourage members to present modeling projects they are working on and demonstrate their modeling techniques to fellow modelers during the hands-on portion of our gatherings. At the end of the business meeting we have Show and Tell. We periodically have guest speakers and take field trips. Everyone is welcome.

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Natural Health and Wellness Club Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Third Wednesdays, 3:15-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/healthwellness

This club provides speakers on natural approaches to health and wellness. On December 14 (due to holiday), Dr. DeeAnn Saber, a Naturopathic Medical Doctor, will present: “You are what you eat! Does what we eat matter? Basics in food nutrition with emphasis on genetically modified foods.” Participants will learn: basic foods that are nutritionally healthy; the top genetically modified foods in the US, how these affect our body systems and how they are affecting our ecosystems and what we can do as individuals to be healthier. Naturopathic medicine’s underlying principles are to treat the whole person and to find the underlying cause of disease. Dr. Saber is a primary care physician specializing in Endocrinology. She is knowledgeable in regular medicine, botanical or plant medicine, homeopathic medicine, counseling, and physical medicine. Join us for this informative power point presentation. Annual dues $5 pp. Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Ena Mindel 818-7780 Mondays, Fridays, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis Wednesdays, 9 AM-1 PM, Desert Oasis

Pan (Panguingue) is a fun and interesting card game. Stop in to watch us play at any session. If you like what you see, we’ll teach you to play. Call Ena. Vistoso Photo Club Pres. Laura Hackenbrock 825-3606 Meeting second and fourth Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista http//www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/photoclub

Photo by Val Harding. First place in the Advanced level completion.

The October winners for the “Old” competition in the Advanced level were: Dave Henderson, Bob Jennette, Joan Kelly, Milo Loeffler and Tina Rabun. Tuesday, December 13, 2-4 PM Catalina Vista. Lab instruction and help session. Sign the lab activity sheet at the door. Wednesday, December 14, 6:30 PM Competition meeting Assigned : Close up Judge: Jim Randklev, Catalina Vista.

The February program proposed by the poetry club in conjunction with the photo club is Eye of the Beholder, February 8. Dues of $20/year for competitions are due and must be paid to enter the competitions. Please pay your dues to Clare Scarpulla, Treasurer. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

The competition rules for the year 2012 can be found on the clubs website at http://www.suncity-vistoso. com/clubs/photoclub/submissionguidelines.html

Photo Workshop Club David Smoler 818-7880, david.of.oro@gmail.com First Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Hopi, October-April http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/photoworkshop/

The Photo Workshop Club emphasizes education and the sharing of experience in both photographic composition and technical skill. All sessions offer a wide range of techniques that can be applied regardless of equipment and skill level. December 7 Topic: For Composition, Turn memory pictures into art: A review of the most basic elements of composition. Subject and backgrounds. Patterns. Draw the eye into the image. Cropping, horizontal and vertical formats. Highkey and low-key images. Color or black and white? January 4 Topic: Using Camera Automation: When AUTO or SIMPLE MODES don’t produce good pictures, use PROGRAM Modes for exciting action photos, scenery, portraits, and more. When and why to use exposure compensation and white balance controls. Or, take full control and adjust aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to produce the exact effect you desire. You are encouraged to bring your camera, follow along and participate.

Do you have some new pictures to share at the meeting? Please email them, or bring a print, thumbdrive or CD to the meeting. Tell us how and where you shot and processed them. This is NOT a competition. There are no fees or dues. For technical details or to be included in our emails, please contact david. of.oro@gmail.com. Pickleball Club Pres. Ted Hood 818-2281, Sec. Judy Cornelius 818-6610, Treas. Jack Welch 395-1205 Hours: 7 AM-11 AM and 3 PM-5 PM, Monday-Friday Trainer: Judy Cornellius 818-6610; Backup Maria Welch 395-1205

All other hours not listed above are reserved time for club members and non-club members. Please call the Aquatic & Fitness Center 917-8067 to reserve times. Mark your calendars, the fall winter club social is Saturday, December 3, social 1 PM, pizza served at 4 PM, Pickleball/Tennis complex. Pizza will be $5 pp, drinks will be provided. Sign up at the courts. At the October Pickleball Club board meeting, annual dues of $5 pp were approved. You may pay this with a check made out to SCVPC. Give it to Jack Welch at the social on Saturday, December 3. The club is in the process of developing a new website. The old site is no longer available. For player rotation during peak playing time in open play, see the postings at the courts. Fran Pendrys 825-7151 will continue to offer pickleballs for sale (yellow only). Pilates Barbara McNeill 825-0677 Mondays, 3 PM, Dance Studio; Thursdays, 1:30 PM, Dance Studio

Pinochle Clarence and Doris Shaub 818-0762 Play Wednesdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Come join a fun group. We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands. Skills rusty? We’ll get you up to speed quickly. Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday of each month is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. Poker

Ladies Poker J ane Habbershaw 825-2635 First and third Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec

Ladies poker is happy to welcome our new members. We start playing at 6:30 and end at 8:30. Feel welcome to come join us! We wish you the happiest of holidays.

Men’s Friday Poker George Rose 520-303-2019 tucsonroses@live.com Fridays, 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis

Playing poker with your neighbors can be most enjoyable. We play high-only FiveDraw, Five Card Stud, Seven Card Stud, Omaha, Texas Hold’em and Iron Cross Criss Cross. No dues. Bring your own refreshments. The dealer will ante for all players, which gives him control of the game. The cards speak for themselves. Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the front door and come with the intention of having three hours of enjoyable, no hassle, understandable poker. Men’s Poker Angelo Cammiso 825-5716 Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-9:30 PM, Desert Oasis

Sun City Vistoso Quilters Carol Guibert 818-0441 carol-gordon@live.com September-May Second and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/quilters.html

Our annual holiday party will be held on Friday, December 2, 11 AM,Social Hall/ Navajo. This year we are having the pizza man cook for us. $2 pp will be collected and the club picking up the balance. We must have a minimum of 25. We will again play our strip poker game, asking each member to bring six 2 1/2” strips of fabric. With all of the festive activities going on in December, Art Quilts study sessions started in we will have no more reguNovember with lots of enthusiasm from lar meetings the rest of the members. Lynn Parker is facilitating the new sessions; shown here with a month. Keep in mind that our quilt finished Art Quilt. show is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, March 3-4. Happy holidays to everyone.

Racquetball Al Burdi 818-3516 Open Mixed Doubles: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8-11 AM

We play hard and we play fast. Some play a little slower but we all get out there and play. It’s good exercise and teaches us eye/hand/feet coordination. We always welcome new members. If you enjoy an invigorating game of racquetball, come join us. RV Club - Sundowners Member information: Marge Allen 825-3095 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/sundowners/ October-May, Second Monday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Papago

Prepare & Share Dining Club Pres. Don Cesario 825-3184

We are now into our monthly dinners hosted in member’s homes. Each month the home dinners will have a different theme: grazing, favorites, American regional cooking and Hungarian foods. Each month we dine with different members, with each person taking a turn at hosting. We are individuals and couples who share friendship, food, recipes and preparation techniques. We prepare and share new foods, as well as enjoying traditional foods. If this club interests you, call Don Cesario 8253184. “I am not a glutton – I am an explorer of food.” Erma Bombeck.

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Sundowner RV Club members enjoy an outing at Lake Powell during trip in October.

Our annual holiday celebration will be Sunday, December 4, 11 AM, Social Hall/Papago. Prospective new members are welcome. Future meeting programs include maintenance issues for RVs and campers, the latest trends and nuances of new rigs, and suggested insurance coverage by area insurance representatives. Future trips being discussed and formulated are to

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Borrego Springs (near Palm Desert), Rocky Point in Mexico, and a season-ending trip to Las Vegas. Other shorter trips are also being reviewed. A reminder, you don’t have to have an RV owner to join us on trips. Hotels/resorts are always available close by. Our web site is www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/ sundowners. Republican Club Pres. Alex Bissett 825-7763 Membership Glenda McCormick 818-1051 Third Tuesday, 3 PM, Auditorium www.scvrc1.org

Note, we are meeting on the second Tuesday, December 13, because of the holidays. Mr. John Huppenthal, Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction, will give a most informative presentation on the issues facing the school systems in our state. Our residents will be able to ask questions about issues that we, as taxpayers, are concerned with relating to our schools. Please join us and invite your friends and neighbors. St. Philip’s Support Group Kirk Kuykendall 825-1693, kksctsn@comcast.net

The next meeting of the St. Philip’s Support Group will be Saturday, January 28, 5-7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. This will be a soup and salad dinner. Members will be contacted early in January regarding what soup you will bring. A donation will be taken to cover other expenses. Scandinavian Heritage Club

Save the date. Annual Smorgasbord is Saturday, February 11. Please plan to prepare and share a Scandinavian dish. More information to follow next month. We can always use new ideas. Call Sharon Knudson 818-6788.

Scrabble Bill Wallace 818-6747 Play: Fridays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Seniors for Kids Jean Sax 818-2410 First Thursday, 8 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec, September - May,

We’ve distributed the toys for this Christmas 2011, so will be starting work for next year. We always need additional woodworkers and sewers who like to make children happy. We make quilts, stuffed toys, wooden toys, almost anything that could comfort a kid and make him or her feel loved. We also refurbish bikes and computers. Maybe you have a new idea or skill that we could use. Come to one of our meetings, find out how this happens and make connections with other altruistic SCV people. The work to actually make children’s toys happens at various times, either in a group setting or at home. We welcome your help.

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Sewing - Thimblelenas Sharon Randall 818-2791 Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/

When cleaning out your closets, please keep this in mind. We do not accept non-washable fabrics, zippers, embroidery hoops, large knitting needles or crochet hooks or patterns. Please help us by sorting out these items before donating any materials. There will be no training for the sewing machines in December. Do remember we accept donations of washable yarn for the women to knit or crochet blankets. Thimblelenas consists of six sewing groups: Casa Amigas, Machine Embroidery, Pet Beds, Sun City Vistoso Quilters, Seniors for Kids and Trauma Teddies. Casa Amigas Elizabeth Stewart 825-0963 Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/CasaAmigas.html

Can someone cut 6” squares with a rotary cutter (not scissors) for accuracy? Our fabric stash is overflowing and we need your help to cut these squares for our quilts. Check your linen closet for gently used bath and hand towels, washcloths, sheets and pillowcases. Sign up for our holiday party on Thursday, December 8, Noon. Machine Embroidery Sally DeWald 825-6731 Embroidery Machine Training: Karin Frohlich 825-5278 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/MachEmb.html

Members of the Machine Embroidery Club enjoyed an outing to Jeanette Smith’s home for a demonstration of a new embroidery machine. Afterwards we gathered for a nice luncheon at the Café. There will be no December meeting. Reserve the third Thursday in January for our normal meeting. With the holidays, you might be thinking of gift ideas. Embroidering on towels is easy and makes a very nice gift. Check out our embroidery website for lots of tips and videos on creating beautiful embroidered towels. Contact Sally DeWald for a demo on using towel templates. Any Thimblelenas member may contact Karin Frochlich for basic training on the Rose Embroidery Machine in the Sewing Room. Pet Beds Leader Jan Bohe 825-9725 Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing Room http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/PetBeds.html

During this colder weather the pets at the shelter say, “thanks for keeping us warm. The cold concrete floors would give us the chills without these soft pillows.” Our pet beds that we sew from scraps sure are appreciated. Want to join us for a simple, but such a worthwhile project? We would love to have you.

Trauma Teddies Bonnie Johnson 825-3874 October-April, Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/thimblelenas/teddies.html

Christmas bear making is in full swing! Start to finish, we are making lovable bears for children.

Sheepshead Pres. Bill Allen 825-3095 Tuesdays, 10 AM, Desert Oasis

Sheepshead is a Midwest card game that probably originated in Germany. We play three, four and five handed versions, depending on attendance, with a 32 card deck. If you would like to learn to play or hone your skills, we can teach you.

Show ‘N Share Barbara Richards 825-3635 Fridays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Make beautiful greeting cards with stamps on colorful card stock or use silk or metallic thread to embroider patterns on cards. Try the Iris Fold for a new twist. Knitting baby blankets for charity with donated yarn with a friendly group of like-minded ladies will renew your knitting skills. So limber up your fingers and find out what you will need to begin. No fees. Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Bob Peoples 818-3349 Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 AM-4 PM, Friday, 9 AM-Noon

We have four new members from our last beginners class. You, too, can become part of our Silversmith and Lapidary Club. We take pride in doing our best to teach our new students this fine and wonderful artform. Our November/December class is filled already. Be first to secure a slot in the Spring class. A sign-up sheet will be posted in the Silversmith room. If you are looking for lovely hand-crafted jewelry for Christmas and Hanukkah, please stop by. We love visitors, and would love to help you! Have a great Holiday season.

Sun City Vistoso Singers Pres. Jim Macke 825-7056 Director Don Hess Rehearsals : Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium

The Singers are rehearsing for their Tuesday, December 13 “‘Twas The Night Before...” Holiday Concert 7 PM, Auditorium. Bring your family and friends to this lively program of Christmas and Chanukah music. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday season!

Sun City Vistoso Singles Pres. Evelyn Thomson 825-7435; VP Al Piarowski 825-0654; Sec. Esther Dethman 825-9516; Treas. James Moore 825-2333 Dinner Meetings, Second Thursday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Happy Hour, Last Friday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo

Season’s greetings to all! Our last dinner in 2011 is Thursday, December 8. A roast beef dinner, prepared by Bruce, it comes with a Caesar salad, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables and vanilla cheesecake. After dinner, the Tucson Girls’ Chorus will perform for us. Happy Hour is on Friday, December 23, 5:30 PM and comes with light fare.

Tickets: $17 pp for dinner and $7 for Happy Hour. Ticket sales: Thursday, December 1, 10 AM-Noon. Friday, December 2, 1-2 PM. Tuesday, December 20, 10-11 AM for Happy Hour.

Spanish Cultural Gary Lerch 818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Fourth Monday, 7 PM, Catalina Vista

There is no meeting in December. In January, we have two events. Monday, January 23, at our regular meeting, Dianne Parrott, Susan Ferguson, and Judie Johnson will be showing pictures and discussing their language learning trip to Antigua Guatemala. Come early and enjoy refreshments. Then on Saturday, January 28, 8 AM-4 PM, and Sunday, January 29, 10 AM-3 PM, the SCV Association and our club will be sponsoring the third Annual Mata Ortiz Exhibition and Sale. This event will be located in the Social Hall/Papago. Stained/Fused Glass Club Steve Taillie, 825-8804, cell 869-2441 Wye Mace, 825-8738 (fused glass) Fusing: Sundays, 6-8 PM, Tuesdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Stained Glass: Wednesdays, Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Open Studio: Tuesday-Sunday, 8 AM-5 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed

A Beginners Class in copper/foiling will be offered Monday-Friday, December 5-9, 9 AM-Noon, Tumbleweed Room. A sign-up sheet will be posted on the bulletin board. For more information, contact John Ragona 818-1632. The studio will be closed to all other users during those mornings. Mark your calendars for the next club meeting Wednesday, December 7, 1 PM, Tumbleweed Room. You will be able to pay your 2012 club dues of $10 pp at this meeting. Our club meetings are always open to any Sun City Vistoso resident. The club’s Holiday Brunch will be held Sunday, December 11, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM, Auditorium. Punch will be available before the meal and entertainment will follow the meal. Tickets are $12 pp and can be purchased from a studio monitor. We welcome your ideas and input.

Ticket sales Monday through Friday, December 5-9, 10 AM-12:30 PM, Social Hall. Tickets are $5 pp.

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State Illinois – Land of Lincoln Party

Former Illinois residents, mark your calendar for an opportunity to get together with your former neighbors (even those that you didn’t even realize were neighbors)! Our luncheon will be held Sunday, January 29, 1-4 PM, Auditorium. Additional details will be provided in the next issue of the Tipster. If you are available to help with the party please contact Sandy Lawyer at (847)826-2640. Michigan’s Spring Party

Michiganders, mark your calendars for our Michigan Champagne Brunch, Sunday, March 18, Auditorium. You will not want to miss this one. Look for more news and information next month in the Tipster. If you would like to volunteer, contact Del Salvaterra 834-5146, dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com or Barb Matthies 8254891, bmatthies6011@yahoo.com. Minnesota Party

Saturday, February 18, 5:30 PM, Social Hour, 6:30 PM dinner, Auditorium. Menu by Culinary Design: Mixed green salad, Applewood smoked brisket, Margarita grilled chicken with pineapple salsa, corn custard, baked beans, garlic bread, peach cobbler with whipped cream and beverages. Special entertainment included. You may wish to purchase your tickets early, since previous years have sold out the first day. If you wish to sit with your friends/guests, please select your table and purchase all of the tickets at the same time.

Ticket Sales: Tuesday, January 24, Wednesday, January 25, If not sold out, more sales open Tuesday, January 31 9 AM – 11 AM, Social Hall, $20/pp

Ticket Co-chairs: Joe and Lois McAnallen 818-0099 Co-Chairs: Gail and Ken Shepard 825-1432 New England Club

Calling all residents who hail from Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut or Rhode Island to mark your calendars for our annual get-together Friday, March 16, 6-8 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. If you are willing to serve on the committee, please call Marjorie Gerdes 825-5750 or Wendy Baumann at 818-0174. We always have a good time. Wisconsin Club

The annual Wisconsin dinner party will be held on Friday, March 23. This a fun dinner gathering for all Wisconsinites and friends, so mark your calendars. A kickoff planning meeting will be held Wednesday, December 7, 4 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache. Feel free to join us and help plan a fun evening. More party details in future issues of the Tipster. Senior Olympics Swim Team Gordon Gillin 825-8261

Our two large swim meets are in Tucson, Thursday, January 26, and Green Valley in March probably around St. Patrick’s Day. We plan technique workouts Fridays, December 9, 16 and 30, and January 6, 13 and 20, 2-4 PM, at the Aquatic & Fitness Pool. Our coaches will be on deck to help with Sun City Vistoso Tipster, December 2011

strokes, turns and starts. The coaches are Joe Bolze, Gordon Gillin, Dave Goodman, Greg Nelson and Manny Zimmerman. Our men’s and women’s teams still need new as well as former swimmers to bolster our ranks; experience is not necessary. Please call Gordon Gillin for information and to be placed on our 2012 roster. Remember swimming is for fitness, fun and camaraderie!

Table Tennis Co-Chairs: Les Berlot 818-6463; Bill McCarthy 825-8833 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/tabletennis/

We have play at all levels of ability. The best time for new members is Saturdays, 10 AM, Catalina Vista. If you want to play anytime with your visitors or grandchildren, call the monitor at Catalina Vista, 825-8613. If the room is free, they will set up a table for you. Paddles and balls are available. Table Tennis hours of club play, Catalina Vista: Women Tue. 1:30-3:30 PM Men/Advanced Women Tue., Thu. 5-8 PM Men’s Recreational Wed., Fri. 4-6 PM Men/Advanced Women Thu. 5-8 PM Open Club Play Fri. 6-8 PM Clinic by Appointment Sat. 9-10 AM Open Club Play Sat. 10 AM-Noon Tapestry Rug Hooking Ann Feeney 818-0340 Thursdays, 9-11AM, Craft Complex/Ceramics

We are always happy to enroll new members or have residents interested in rug hooking come see us. Tennis Women: Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8-Noon Men: Jan Fritz 818-9683 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 8-Noon Mixed Doubles: Lue Satterfield 825-4709 Sundays, 1-3 PM

The Tennis Club Christmas party will be held Saturday, December 17, 6 PM, Social Hall, $20 pp. Entertainment will be the Arizona Banjo Blasters. Entree choice is prime rib or salmon.

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The women’s Esther Scanlon tournament is in full swing at the courts. Finals will be Sunday, December 11. Membership dues of $7 must be paid by Thursday, December 15 if you wish to be included in the 2012 tennis booklet. A reminder that the annual Mariachi and CDO Jazz Band concert is set for Saturday, March 10, Auditorium. Theatrical Club - SRO (Standing Room Only) Pres. Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 VP Joe Guenther 825-7703

The House is Still Dark! Have you noticed that the ceiling on the stage has been painted black? That should help with lighting. In January we will start working on our 2013 Show.

Travelogue Jim Huffer 825-8743 Third Monday, 7:30 PM, September-May, Social Hall/Navajo

At our December 19 meeting, open to everyone, we will show: “Sicily and Tunisia”, presented personally by Gordon McCall, a local Oro Valley resident. In Sicily we explore Palermo, the fascinating capital city. Included are the Palace of the Normans, the Palatine Chapel, the Palermo Cathedral, and the great Norman Cathedral of Monreale. Next we drive to the salt pans of Trapani and then visit Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina, owned by a Roman aristocrat from the fourth century. Then on to Taormina, the Jewel of Italy, and Mt. Etna, which serves as a dramatic backdrop to the well-preserved Greek and Roman outdoor theater. Subsequent parts, including Morocco, Senegal, and the Amazon, will be presented in the January, and February meetings. Ukulele Club - Sun City Vistoso Strummers Pres., Jean James 520-648-1118 jmjaloha@aol.com Tuesdays, 10 AM-11 AM Classes, Desert Oasis/Aztec Fridays Noon, Dance Studio, Jam sessions http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/ukulele/

invited. RSVP by Monday, January 16. Pat Perry 8182568 or Coralyn Hoaglund 825-6801. Unit 11 Potluck Dinner

As you start working on your 2012 calendar, be sure to include the annual potluck dinner on Friday, March 2, 5:30-8:30 PM, Catalina Vista. If you live in Unit 11 and haven’t been to one of our dinners, come check us out. You’ll certainly meet all your neighbors there. The cost is only $5 pp, plus you bring a vegetable dish, a salad or a dessert to share with others. Wallyball and Water Volleyball President, Marlene Lawrence 638-6536, mlml@bendbroadband.com Vice-President, Bill Sarmir 825-8815 Treasurer, Judy Rigby 638-8800, rigby_judy@yahoo.com Wallyball: Tues., and Fri., 1-3 PM, Aquatic & Fitness Center/Racquetball Court Water Volleyball: Sundays and Thursdays, 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis Pool

The holiday party will be held on Friday, December 9, 6 PM, Desert Oasis. Members will be contacted regarding a dish to pass. Come enjoy the holiday entertainment and decorations! The annual meeting with the election of officers Members enjoyed the Wallyball Bash will be held at that time. Dues of $5 each will be held on the Social Hall’s Kiva Patio. collected for the 2012 year.

On November 8, James, from the Folk Shop, was our special guest, discussing the “Care and Feeding of Your Ukulele”. Thank you, James, for your time and the valuable information! On November 15, special guest Larry Miller graciously visited us with his beautiful hand-made ukuleles. Thank you, Larry! December will be a very busy month for our club. We have a number of gigs coming up including our Christmas concert on Monday, December 19, 11 AM, Social Hall/Kiva Patio. All Sun City Vistoso residents, their families and friends are invited to attend. The Sun City Vistoso Foundation has generously granted our club the funds to buy three ukuleles as well as cases and tuners. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the fine folks of the SCV Foundation. Unit Parties Unit 10 Party

Unit 10 Party, Saturday, January 21, 4-6:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. Please bring your favorite hors d’oeuvres and your own wine or beer. Also wear your nametag. Plates, cups, napkins, flatware, soft drinks, coffee and dessert will be furnished. Late arrivals and house guests Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Woodcarvers Kaaren Drent 818-2343 Saturdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary

Woodcarvers meet Saturdays, 9 AM-Noon. Barkcarvers meet Tuesdays, Noon-3 PM and Thursdays, 9 AMNoon. The annual Woodcarvers Club Holiday Gathering/annual meeting will be held on Saturday, December 3. A sign-up sheet will be posted on the bulletin board in the Craft Complex Lapidary Room. Check your email for more details. Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 818-3243 Mondays, 1 PM -4 PM, Fridays 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary

We are back to our winter schedule of meeting two times a week; Mondays, 1 PM-4 PM and Fridays, 9 AMNoon. If you are new to gourd art, join us to discover the beautiful and seemingly unlimited creative possibilities of this unique craft. If you are an experienced gourd crafter, join us and share your expertise with our friendly and creative club.

Woodworkers Don Jovag 818-1078 http://www.suncity-vistoso.com/clubs/woodworkers/index.html

The Woodworkers Holiday party is Wednesday, December 7, 12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni. As always, there is limited seating at this event, so sign up in the Woodshop before we are out of space. Thanks to the return of many of our snowbirds, the monitor sign-up sheet has been nearly full lately. If you are a monitor and have not signed up for a while, we

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always welcome your participation. Keeping the Woodshop open every weekday from 9 AM-4 PM is always our goal. A big thank you to all the monitors who sign up for several times each month over the summer months. Your participation is appreciated and crucial to keeping our Club and Woodshop operating year around. Writers Club Adrian Korpel 818-0544 First Wednesday, Noon-2 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762 Mondays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

“The real writer,” says Marge Piercy, “is one who really writes. Talent is an invention like phlogiston after the fact of fire. Work is its own cure. You have to like it better than being loved.” Most texts on writing stress the importance of putting something on paper (or capturing your thoughts via the latest technological gadget) as a means of making progress. Our Monday morning meetings provide an impetus to follow that practice weekly, if not daily, and we continue to see the positive results of our passion for poetry. Newcomers are welcome to join this encouraging group whose critiques generally aim to be gentle. We are an excellent sounding board and happily applaud successful efforts.

The Yoga classes will take a break during the holidays. The last classes for 2011 will be Monday, December 12, Tuesday, December 13, and Thursday, December 15. The classes will resume in 2012 on Monday, January 9, Tuesday, January 10, and Thursday, January 12.

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Join us at Oro Valley United Church of Christ, Saturday, December 24, 8 PM., 1401 E. El Conquistador Way. All are invited. Special music by Jose Solorzano, piano; Rollin Metcalf, violin; and Matt Rinaldi, trumpet Rev. James Briney, pastor. Daughters of American Colonists and Colonial Dames

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Yoga Pres. Jewel Prendeville 520-395-1356 Mondays, 8:30-10 AM, Social Hall/Papago Tuesdays, 10:30 AM-Noon, Vistoso Center/Apache Thursdays, 7-8:15 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

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University of Arizona Museum of Art Lecture Series

Wednesday, December 7, 2 PM, Library Meeting Room, Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. This month’s selection: Music and Dance, presented by Jacquelyn Feller. Discover how 19th and 20th century artists used sound and movement in their art. Councilmember Steve Solomon - Town Hall

Join Councilmember Steve Solomon for a Town Hall, Friday, December 16, 9:30-11 AM, Social Hall/ Navajo. He will be discussing what is happening in the Town and answering residents’ questions. This is a great opportunity to connect and learn about the Town, the challenges we face, and in what direction we are headed. For more information, contact Pat Klein at 520-229 4711 or pklein@orovalleyaz.gov.

Colonial Dames XVIIC and Daughters of the American Colonists will meet for lunch Monday, December 12, 10:30 AM, at Anthony’s in the Catalinas, $22 pp. Duane Bingham will speak on the early Mormon settlement in Tucson. Call Virgina Love 825-064. Free Christmas Musical

Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene invites you to their Christmas musical, 500 W. Calle Concordia, 297-8297. Fri., Dec., 9, 7 PM; Sat., Dec. 10, 4 PM; Sun., Dec. 11, 4 and 6 PM; Fri., Dec. 16, 6:30 and 8 PM; Sat., Dec. 17, 4 & 6 PM; Sun., Dec. 18, 4 & 6 PM. Also, join us on Christmas Eve, Dec. 25, 5 PM or 6:30 PM for a Candlelight Service. Gifts of Love - Adopt A Family For Holiday Gifts

Each year Interfaith Community Services (ICS) brings holiday cheer to struggling families through our “Gifts of Love” program. The program connects donors with a family or senior who would not otherwise be able to afford gifts or clothes. ICS is registering donors for its 2011 holiday “Gifts of Love” campaign. As your holiday plans take shape, consider uniting with friends, family members or co-workers to adopt a family this season. ICS will choose a family of your desired size and provide their clothing sizes and gift suggestions. Please call the ICS office at 520.297.2738 x219 to sign up. Great Prostate Cancer Challenge - 5/10k run/walk

Join Arizona Institute of Urology for the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge, 5/10k run/walk, Sunday, December 4. Registration from 7:15-8:15 AM; race starts 8:30 AM, Oro Valley Marketplace. This community event creates awareness about prostate cancer to raise funds for prostate cancer research and free local prostate cancer screenings. Help Low-income Seniors this Holiday Season.

Buy a ticket to Twilight Wish Foundation’s fundraiser, Christmas in the Big Apple play, Saturday, December 3, 3 PM, Gaslight Theater, 7010 E. Broadway. Or make an end-of-the-year, tax-deductible donation to the not-forprofit foundation. All proceeds remain in Arizona. 520749-0392, or by visiting http://www.twilightwisharizona. org/index. php/donate (major credit cards accepted). Memory Loss... It’s Not Always Alzheimer’s

Free educational program open to all seniors Tuesday, December 6, 9 AM, Rancho Vistoso Urgent Care Center, 13101 N. Oracle Rd. Program will be presented by Jessie Pergin, RN, Ph.D.

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The Mental Nature of Cause and Cure of Illness

In this talk, Brian Talcott, a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing, explores the mental nature of both the cause and cure of illness. Saturday, December 3, 3 PM. Hosted by Third Church of Christ, Scientist, 7355 Paseo del Norte (opposite Tohono Chul Park). 297-7683. NARFE Chapter 1874 Meeting

“NARFE (The National Active and Retired Federal Employees) has been safeguarding and improving the earned rights and benefits of America’s active and retired federal employees since 1921.” NARFE Chapter 1874 will not be having a December meeting due to the Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 6. The next meeting will be Monday, January 16. Contact Valerie H. Davis at 520-908-0774 for more information. Nordic Holiday Fair

Free holiday Nordic fair, Saturday, December 3, 9 AM-3 PM, Streams In The Desert Lutheran Church, 5360 E. Pima St. Groups and individuals representing Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland will be selling items unique to these countries such as Lefse, ethnic cookies, breads, crafts and artwork. Dancing and musical entertainment provided. Lunch available. Call Sharon Carlson 742-7726. Old Time Radio Club - SaddleBrooke

Tucson OTR (Old Time Radio) fans will meet Tuesday, December 13, 1:30 PM, in SaddleBrooke to listen to “The Jack Benny Program” from December 2, 1951, in which Jack shops for cuff links for Don Wilson. Call Norm 818-7817 for more information and directions. Welcome Club Northwest

We will hold our monthly luncheon for women new to Northwest Tucson within the last 5 years Thursday, December 1, Oro Valley Country Club, 300 W. Greenock Drive, 11 AM, cost $25. Program is Cathy Kroll demonstrating decorations for the holidays. Call 520203-4015 or wctucson@yahoo.com.

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REPAIR & REMODEL ALL T YPES OF PLUMBING SERVICED

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Coupons and discounts offers are not valid for any dinners.

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Mauricio Rivas Painting & Repairs Dry Wall Repair, Texture & Acoustics Interior & Exterior Painting Acoustic Removal Roof Coating  Quality Work  Irrigation Patios  Complete Landscaping  Hauling

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Call Fritz Knauf for Emergency Repairs and Free Cost Estimates A Sun City Resident LICENSED

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13496 N. Tom Ryans Wy Vacation Villa $179,000

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