Sun City Oro Valley April 2021 Tipster magazine by Sun City Oro Valley Community Association

It’s More Than Living...It’s a Lifestyle!

Tipster April 2021

BOD Study Session Thursday, April 8, 9 AM BOD Meeting Annual Homeowners Meeting Tuesday, April 27, 9 AM

Photo by Nancy Cannistra

The Tipster is published monthly by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755, 520-825-3711 scovaz.com

Board of Directors

Email address for BOD members, GM & Assistant General Manager: directors@suncityorovalley.com

Joy Huxtable, jhuxtablescov@gmail.com..........................................................President Jim Mitchell, jmitchscov@gmail.com.........................................................Vice President Christine Ludwig, cludwigscov@gmail.com.......................................................Secretary Howard Schulz, howardschulzscov@gmail.com.................................................Treasurer Lou Gard, lougard789@gmail.com.................................................................... Director Ronna Heinig, scov.ronna.heinig@gmail.com..................................................... Director Terry McFadden, tmcfadden2020@comcast.net................................................. Director Management Team (area code 520) Mark Wade, mwade@suncityorovalley.com.......................... General Manager, 917-8080 Robin Coulter, rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com ......Assistant General Manager, 917-8070 Mary Cunningham, scvcam@suncityorovalley.com......Com. Area Maint. Supt., 917-8059 Aalt Brouwer, abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com....... Food & Beverage Director, 917-8074 Michael Kropf, scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com.......Golf Course Superintendent, 917-8063 Rick Price, rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com................................Director of Golf, 917-8086 Ken Sandrock, ksandrock@suncityorovalley.com.....................Facilities Supt., 917-8078 Pam Sarpalius, psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com................Program Director, 917-8077 Randy Trenary, rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Controller, 917-8060 Support Team Monica Clark, mclark@suncityorovalley.com........................ Administrative Coordinator, 917-8082 Kate Cusumano, kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com......................................... Librarian, 917-8083 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@suncityorovalley.com.........................................Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Marsha Dean, mdean@suncityorovalley.com..................... Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Julie Foerster, jfoerster@suncityorovalley.com.....................................Human Resources, 917-8061 Angela Hong, ahong@suncityorovalley.com....................................Accounting Assistant, 917-8062 Karen Loffredo, scoroval@ciramail.com.......................Community Services Coordinator, 917-8087 Katy Mosier, scoroval@ciramail.com............................Community Services Coordinator, 917-8058 Lisa Orach, lorach@suncityorovalley.com............................. Administrative Coordinator, 917-8065 Errick Owens, eowens@suncityorovalley.com...................................Restaurant Manager, 825-3277 Kathy Peabody, kpeabody@suncityorovalley.com.... Marketing & Technology Coordinator, 917-8068 Coco Sullivan, csullivan@suncityorovalley.com.............................. Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Monitor - Activity Center................................................................................................... 917-8066 Monitor - Aquatic & Fitness Center.....................................................................................917-8067 Tipster Editorial Committee Karen Koopmans................................Chair Carolene Mitchell.........................Secretary Brad Curtis....................................Member Vicki Ettleman...............................Member Wanda Johnson.............................Member Drew Ludwig.................................Member Mike McMinds................................Member

Barbara McNeill............................Member Paul Mercer...................................Member Jane Moody...................................Member John Njaa......................................Member Ann Owen......................................Member Lisa Schulz....................................Member Suzanne Stiles...............................Member

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Hours of Operation

–Hours may vary due to coronavirus restrictions.–

—Winter Hours— Activity Center...................................................917-8066

Mon.-Fri. .......................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Sat................................................................................................... 8 AM-9 PM Sun. ................................................................................................ Noon-6 PM

Administration (In Welcome Center).................... 825-3711 ext 120 Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................ 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Aquatic & Fitness Center...................................917-8067

Daily.................................................................................................5 AM-9 PM Pool Daily............................................................................................5 AM-8:30 PM Children’s Hours .............................................................suspended due to COVID

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

Mon., Wed. ...................................................................................... 7 AM-9 PM Tue., Thu., Fri. .................................................................................. 7 AM-6 PM Sat. ................................................................................................. 9 AM-8 PM Sun.................................................................................................. Noon-6 PM

Community Services..........................................917-8065 Desert Oasis..................................................... 825-0495

Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri. ....................................................................... 7 AM-6 PM Tue. .................................................................................................7 AM-9 PM Sat., Sun. .........................................................................................9 AM-6 PM Pool .Mon.-Fri......................................................................................7 AM-4:30 PM Sat., Sun......................................................................................9 AM-4:30 PM Children’s Hours .............................................................suspended due to COVID Water volleyball on Sun., Mon. and Thu. ............................................1 PM-3 PM

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

Mon.-Fri..........................................................................................10 AM-4 PM Sat.................................................................................................10 AM-1 PM Golf Course Walking........................... See website for current times

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

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

Loan Room - Community Assistance Loan Room at Cart Barn Hours: Tue. and Thu. only.......................................8-9 AM Pro Shop.............................................................825-3110 Golf Info Line................................................ 825-0322

Daily................................................................................................. 6 AM-5 PM Driving Range hours ...............................................6 AM-5 PM; Thu., 6 AM-3 PM

Restaurant and Lounge..................................... 825-3277

Daily................................................................................................. 7 AM-7 PM Happy Hour...................................................................................Daily, 3-6 PM Recording of daily Restaurant specials..............................825-3711 ext 205

After-Hours Emergencies...................................825-1161

If you encounter something in the common areas or golf course needing immediate attention (e.g. broken irrigation) 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.

Want to Submit a Photo for the Tipster? Go to the website: scovaz.com Login >Member Services >This n That >Photo Release. Fill out the form and submit photos (two per form). Submit as many as you like. Abbreviation Legend Aquatic & Fitness Center................................................................................AFC Sun City Oro Valley.....................................................................................SCOV Welcome Center Conference Room 1..............................................................WC1 Welcome Center Conference Room 2..............................................................WC2 April Page Room 2 3..............................................................WC3 Welcome2021, Center Conference

Association News

From The Board of Directors Our mission as the SCOV Board is to lead in maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community. All Board minutes, agendas and reports are available online and in the SCOV Library. Board meetings are open to residents.

Board of Directors lougard789@gmail.com

Look To the Future by Lou Gard As I write this, I am waiting to get my second COVID shot; by the time you read this, almost all SCOV residents should have had their first shot and many their second. As you all know, it has been a difficult year for all of us. We have experienced something none of us could have imagined 15 months ago. Let us pray that it will be over soon. We have missed family gatherings, seeing friends, being able to travel, going to our favorite restaurant, being able to use the many amenities that SCOV has to offer (at least at the level we would like). And we have to wear those beloved masks. On March 5, Governor Ducey lifted occupancy limits on businesses while preserving distancing and masking mitigation. Hopefully, by the time you read this, all the implications of this executive order will have been sorted out. It is time to look to the future and remember what a great place SCOV is in which to live. Look around at the fantastic views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, enjoy the warm sunshine, take walks or ride bicycles and breathe the fresh air. Is everything here perfect? I cannot think of a place that is. But given all that is going on in the world, we have it pretty nice in SCOV. On another note, I will be leaving the Board of Directors at the end of April. It has been a pleasure and a very rewarding experience serving for five years. I feel honored to have been elected to represent you on the Board. More residents should run for the Board. If elected, you will get a better understanding of what makes SCOV tick and what a vibrant community we have. Not receiving the weekly email newsletter,

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What’s Inside

Association News............................ 3 Association Committees................. 8 Golf................................................ 10 Coming Events.............................. 12 Workshops and Classes................. 12 On the Cover................................ 13 For Your Information..................... 13

General Manager - Mark Wade mwade@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8080

A Shot of Relief As we all see what is going around with COVID, it is a constant reminder that nothing is constant with this virus. Just this past month, Governor Ducey issued Executive Order 2021-05 which effectively sunsets capacity/occupancy limits on businesses as previously set forth in Executive Order 2020-47. This won’t help us at our restaurant as our tables are already spaced six feet apart, and social distancing and masking are still required. I also see that the CDC changed their recommendations on March 8. The Association will continue to evaluate and make changes as the Board and Administration look for safe ways to remove restrictions. In the meantime, for gettogethers in your homes, the CDC says, “You can gather indoors with fully vaccinated people without wearing a mask.” They also say, “You can gather indoors with unvaccinated people from one other household (for example, visiting with relatives who all live together) without masks, unless any of those people or anyone they live with has an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.” Some things have not changed yet. The CDC recommends, “You should still avoid medium- or large-sized gatherings. You should still take steps to protect yourself and others in many situations, like wearing a mask, staying at least six feet apart from others, and avoiding crowds and poorly ventilated spaces.” As our community continues to take safe steps to reopen, if you haven’t already gotten your vaccine, please consider doing so as soon as possible. We’re encouraging our staff to do the same. I am a little younger but I have my appointment scheduled. I encourage all of you to not be too hasty in your personal reopening program. Keep yourself and those around you as safe as possible.

EASTER HOURS Sunday, April 4

AFC and pool Desert Oasis Restaurant Golf Catalina Vista Welcome Center

Memoriam..................................... 13 Clubs............................................. 13 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies............... 13 Continuing Education................. 17 Cultural & Social......................... 18 Dance......................................... 21 Exercise...................................... 24

5 AM-5 PM 9 AM-4 PM Regular Hours Regular Hours Closed Closed

Games........................................ 25 Music.......................................... 26 Sports......................................... 27 Travel.......................................... 29 Partnered Organizations............... 30 Extended Community................... 31 Photo Scrapbook..................... 31, 32 Classifieds...................................... 33

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It’s More Than Living... It’s A Lifestyle! Staying Active and Healthy

by Rita Menet

he members of the Active Health Committee (AHC) pathways and positively reframe your brain. Try it…It works! are proud that the Administration and former memThe AHC has exciting plans to expand our presentations bers of the SCOV Board of Directors made a com- next year to include Health Span mitment to form a chartered committee that would as a part of Life Span, including sponsor presentations and programs to keep our community Healthy Nutrition, Reversing active and healthy. and Preventing Diabetes, MoveOur AHC members research topics and find speakers that ment, Mindfulness and Stress are experts in their fields of health and wellness, and medi- Management and Sleep and cine. We ask all of our speakers to not only present their topic Restoration. of expertise but to address “what we can do ourselves to preThe AHC will also bring back vent illness and stay healthy and active.” We have been for- the docuseries: “Alzheimer’s– tunate to have excellent speakers on various topics such as: The Science of Prevention” Regenerative (Stem Cell) Medicine, Mind-Body Medicine for with Dr. David Perlmutter. It Pain, Physiwas a popular program, cal Therapy and we received feedto Prevent back that it had changed Pain and Insome people’s feeling juries for the that cognitive loss could Aging Adult, be reversible, not just a David Perlmutter, M.D.’s Alzheimer’s Reversing hopeless and unchangevideo series presentation in early 2020 Diabetes able condition of aging. with Diet and In this series, we learned was attended by capacity audiences. We are bringing it back in 2022, so more Lifestyle and that your genes are not can hear this important information. Strategies to your destiny. There is a Prevent Cansaying that “your genes cer. load the gun, but your environment pulls the trigger.” There is a We also learned that plethora of there is much that we ways to recan do to prevent and main active Golf at The Views Golf Club allows active even reverse cognitive in SCOV with adults to exercise while enjoying fresh loss. If you don’t want to organized ac- air and sunshine. wait until next season, tivities such as hiking, biking and golfing as we have put a copy of well as all the activities offered in the Aquatic the docuseries in the & Fitness Center. Every day you can delight Library. in all the passers-by walking in our commuThe AHC welcomes nity with their loved one or good friends. It input from the SCOV encourages all to do the same while creating community. If you have a stronger community. a topic or know of a dyThe AHC has also combined efforts with namic speaker, one that the AFC to develop and encourage an indoor fits our mission of keepwalking program where people can socialing our community acize, stay cool and safe while they exercise. Pickleball is a popular activity at SCOV. Larry Walker photo. tive and healthy, please We have much to be grateful for, living in contact Rita Menet, this strong active community that promotes healthy bodies Chairman, or any member of our committee–Wayne Gustin, as well as healthy brains. With respect to the topic of brain Rick Menet, Judy Greenberg, Gloria Johnson, Charlotte Herhealth–one exercise to strengthen our brain and promote a bert, Joyce Shaw, Lynn Lancour, Kathy Quigg. The members positive mindset is to practice gratitude. Just think of three of our committee volunteer their services for you and your little things that you are grateful for each day. It can be as good health. simple as: “I heard a cardinal sing today;” “the mountains are The AHC applauds the SCOV Administration for giving us vibrant today;” or “I am grateful to be living in SCOV.” You can the time, space and encouragement to do the work of our say them silently or out loud, or you can write them down. committee. This exercise of “Three Little Things” can change your neuro

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Congratulations, Dale Foster, Distinguished Service Award Recipient he Board is pleased to name T Dale Foster as recipient of this year’s Distinguished Service Award,

By Jim Mitchell

If we decide to purchase the system this year, cost savings over the 25year expected life are projected to be given to those “who make remarkable over $1 M including the buyout, opercontributions to our community.” ating and maintenance costs and AsSince moving to SCOV in 2013, set Reserve contributions to replace Dale has given immeasurable hours solar modules and inverters. to a wide variety of projects, commitIn addition to helping the Associatees and clubs. tion with solar energy, Dale has adWith a degree in Solar Energy Envised residents who were considering gineering, he led the team that assolar for their homes. He keeps that sessed the feasibility of solar energy Dale Foster regularly monitors the performance of the SCOV solar offer open to any resident currently throughout SCOV, analyzed historical equipment (left), volunteers in the Library (center) and sculpted this considering solar. energy usage, recommended sizing bear reading a book which is on display in the Library (right). As a member of the Properties Comand site plans, developed requests for mittee since 2014, Dale has managed proposals, evaluated proposals and recommended to the Board an several energy conservation projects. Over a five-year period, LED approach that had no cost to the Association. lighting was installed in the Artisan workshops, Gift Shop, Aquatic & Since November 2016, the system has produced over three mil- Fitness Center Gym and Exercise Studio, Activity Center, Desert Oalion kilowatt hours of electricity with a cost savings of more than sis and exterior lighting on pickleball courts, walkways and parking $60,000. The original year-one projection was to save $4,500, but lots. Each project paid for itself in less than two years and the total four months after installation Tucson Electric Power raised rates. savings have been over $10,000 per year. With our locked-in rate, our actual year-one savings grew to more Somehow, Dale still finds time to be an Ambassador, Library volthan $15,000. unteer and a member of the Sculpture, Photography, Astronomy, Each month, Dale analyzes solar output reports, tracks the sys- Pickleball, Yoga and Rock ʼN Roll Clubs. tem’s performance and reports findings to the General Manager and Please join us in congratulating Dale Foster, volunteer extraordiController. He also reviews SCOV’s 12 monthly electric bills to look naire, as this year’s Distinguished Service Award recipient. for other conservation opportunities.

Asst. General Manager - Robin Coulter rcoulter@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8070

You Won! Explorer’s Best of the Northwest Awards There was a great response to vote for Best of the Northwest, evidenced by the winning outcome. SCOV placed first in Active Living Community, The Views Golf Club took first for Best Golf Course and The Views Restaurant placed first in Best Breakfast. The Views Restaurant placed second in Best Beer on Tap, Best Restaurant Curbside Pickup, Best Cocktails, Best Coffee Shop and Best Oro Valley Restaurant. Congratulations to the HOA, golf course and restaurant for being the best! We already know this, but it’s nice to share the news with Northwest Tucson. The recognition is well and good, but the real winners are each of you who make this a vibrant, healthy community. Thank you for all you do to make SCOV a wonderful place to live and work.

Program/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius psarpalius@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8077 Following Guidelines and Protocol The past year has been challenging for all communities and their residents. As of this date, events can have no more than 50 people attending. This has put a temporary stop in arranging large shows for entertainment in our Auditorium. Finding activities for residents to do outside has brought some new and different ideas. SCOV residents are fortunate to be able to do outdoor activities, use craft rooms and art rooms, see indoor movies, have club meetings for games and cards and use the pool/gym and some dances, just to name a few. Each month has brought a new event in some form for all resi-

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dents to enjoy. Zoom presentations have been welcomed by residents, and there will be more in the future. We are open to suggestions, but the safety of all residents is our priority.

Community Services - Katy Mosier scoroval@ciramail.com 520-917-8058 House Paint As you are aware, because of COVID, the Neighborhood Pride Committee has not been touring for almost a year. Many of you rely on their “eagle eyes” to alert you that it is time to paint your homes. Since that review and alert have not been available to you for the last year, please take the time to look at your house exterior and determine if it is time to paint. The Arizona sun is brutal, and its effect on house paint can vary depending upon what quality of paint was used the last time you painted, how many years have gone by since last painting, how light in color the paint was or how well the house was prepped prior to that painting. Often residents are very surprised when just five years have passed and the house needs to be repainted, whereas a neighbor painted 7-8 years ago and it still looks pretty good. Keep in mind that generally, darker colors tend to show fading quicker than lighter colors. Tip: If your house looks like it could use a bit of touchup and it has been several years since painting the entire house, please do not be tempted to touch up multiple areas (even with paint matched to current color). What happens is that the new paint will weather at a different rate, and you will end up with splotches or a look of hives, measles or chicken pox within a short time. Don’t waste the time, money and energy. Check with a qualified painter and seek a professional recommendation.

Money MATTERS

SUN CITY ORO VALLEY

Statement of Revenues Expenses Results Operations Statement of Revenues & and Expenses andand thethe Results ofof Operations

Revenues: Annual H.O. Fees Capital Contribution Fee Golf Revenues Activities Revenues Restaurant Revenues Interest Income Other Income Gross Revenues

February

Actual

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

332,717 33,885 206,917 8,214 116,429 8,051 18,395 724,608

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

Asset Reserve Contribution Contingency Fund Contribution Wash Fund Contribution New Capital Acquisitions Restricted Use Revenues Net Operating Revenues Expenses: Wages & Benefits Cost of Sales Utilities Repair & Maint. Supplies & Expenses Depreciation Total Expenses

$ $ $ $ $ $

(5,350) (38,836) 680,422

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

Restricted Fund Expenses Net Operating Expenses Results of Operations

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Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

2,661,732 268,918 1,178,081 119,700 1,026,549 36,668 736,566 6,028,214

$ (524,560) $ $ $ (4,914) $ (698,532) $ 4,743,029

$ $ $ $ $ $

(524,246) (295,014) 5,208,954

297,631 74,029 53,321 7,109 108,663 115,000 655,753

$ 2,580,528 $ 417,939 $ 880,711 $ 68,577 $ 841,952 $ 920,000 $ 5,709,707

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

2,794,262 600,487 886,295 87,722 912,729 920,000 6,201,495

$ $

(115,068) 540,685

$ (954,001) $ 4,755,706

$ $

(920,000) 5,281,495

139,737

(72,541)

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expenses and the Results of Operations for the first eight months of the 2020-2021 fiscal year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found on our website www.suncityorovalley.com. Log in after hovering over the Members tab and selecting Financials. At this page you will find the monthly Financial Statements as well as the Annual Budget for the current Fiscal Year and a copy of the Annual Budget for the coming year.

8 Months 2020-2021 2,661,732 271,721 1,164,119 41,074 712,729 74,919 1,044,741 5,971,035

(12,677)

If you are interested in more information regarding the Community’s finances, we encourage you to attend the Finance-Budget Committee meeting which will be held Monday, April 26, 1:30 PM via Zoom. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 917-8060, or email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com. Randy Trenary, Controller

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Welcome New Neighbors – February Unit # Name From 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 9 12 17 17 17

Judith Condon & Andrew Fried Michelle Maida & James Hager Sara Hoyle & Marshall Shovein Brenda Johnson Marybeth & Raymond McAteer Jennifer Wendt & Todd Muellner Rose & Page Pederson Sally Simerson Patricia Roberts Cecelia Romano & Robert Sherwood Laura & Bruce Dickinson Sara & Kevin Harney Kathy & Domingo Sison Salvatore Bruno Joan & Tom Calder Jane & Richard Marshall Randall Wentross

Tucson, AZ Portland, OR Oro Valley, AZ Oro Valley, AZ St Charles, MO Woodbury, MN Elgin, TX Broomfield, CO Oro Valley, AZ Steamboat, CO Oro Valley, AZ Tucson, AZ Tucson, AZ Scottsdale, AZ Oro Valley, AZ Kenai, AK Tucson, AZ

February 2021 Housing Resale Information Resales 2021 2020

For the Month 17 18 2020 Total Sold - 167

YTD 26 33

2021: Active Listings as of 2/28/2021............................. 5 2020: Active Listings as of 2/28/2020............................. 9 Source: TARMLS®

February 2021 Average Age of New Owners:

66.6

SCOV Library - Kate Cusumano www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley kcusumano@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083

Exciting news! The Library reopened for patrons in midMarch and expects to remain open the usual weekday hours, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, but check the website in case that changes. We hope to reopen Saturday mornings beginning in May. The protocols that kept us safe during the first partial reopening last June will continue: six patrons at a time, masks, social distancing, hand-sanitizing and cleaning. But if you feel safer using curbside pickup, that will still be available. Since COVID first affected our community, we have added over 2,600 new books, audio books, large-print books and videos to our shelves. Over two-thirds were purchased, the rest were donated. Uncounted thousands of magazines and hundreds of puzzles have been added and deleted. Magazines are removed when they are three months old (for monthlies) and four weeks old (for weeklies), and puzzles when they are missing pieces. All this sorting, cataloging, dressing (covering and affixing labels), shelving and reshelving of items takes a huge amount of volunteer power. Quarantining incoming items for 72 hours complicates the process. Even with the shutdown and months of reduced hours, circulation has been impressive. Over 19,000 catalogued items were checked out since March of last year, and that does not include the uncatalogued paperbacks, magazines or puzzles. Imagine what life would have been like without these thousands of items in the hands of residents over the past year. SCOV residents want to read or listen to books, watch movies, peruse magazines and work on jigsaw puzzles, no matter the state of the world, and the Library con-

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tinues to find ways to meet their needs. You can reserve items online through the SCOV website, or by calling us at 520-917-8064. The phone line is staffed by volunteers, so please call during our hours of operation, which appear on our website.

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073 Stretching A good stretch can leave you relaxed and calm. It’s also a great way to lengthen muscles and improve overall fitness. Whether it’s for physical or mental benefits, stretching is a great way to incorporate healthy habits into your day. Sure, we’ll stretch before or after a workout, but what about during the rest of the day? It’s critical to find ways to sneak in a few minutes throughout the day to stretch. The physical benefits are outstanding. As we age, our muscles tighten, and our range of motion is often minimized. Over the years, day-today activities may slow down and muscles may stiffen. With routine muscle lengthening, in little time you’ll see huge results if you continue to stretch daily. Stretching promotes flexibility, balance and muscle lengthening. Special Note From the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC) Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss questions or problems with the AFC. AFC and Desert Oasis: See Hours of Operation on page 2. Tuesday, April 13, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, April 14, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Republic Services Customer Service: scov@republicservices.com www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/trash

Below is helpful information concerning waste and recycling services with Republic. Visit the web page where you can find the following information: 1) Recycling: View a video and web page on what Republic takes in their recycling bins. Glass is accepted for recycling. 2) Report a problem: Missed pickup? Bin damaged? Click the Report A Problem tab, fill out our form and Republic will receive a copy. You can also call the phone number listed on our web page.

Checklist for Leaving in the Summer 3 Let the Association know how you can be reached. 3 To stop delivery of the Explorer call 520-797-4384. 3 Fill out a Dark House form with the Oro Valley Police Department to have your home checked. 3 Schedule a landscaper to address monsoon weeds and yard upkeep while you are away. 3 Close your garage door and turn off power to your garage door opener. 3 Put lights on a timer. Place motion sensors with lights in the front and back of your home. 3 Be sure your house address numbers are visible from the street.

Association Committees Help Needed This Help Needed section seeks volunteer help for various Association Committees. You must be an owner/resident to serve. Neighborhood Pride Committee needs you. Do you take pride in living in our beautiful community? Do you have about 3-4 hours a month to devote to serving on the committee? Owning a golf cart is certainly helpful. If you are interested and would like to join us, or have any questions, call Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994.

Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Apr. 12, 3 PM, Zoom

Active Health Committee presentations will resume in the fall when we expect to be able to meet in person. We look forward to dynamic speakers who will discuss what we can do to maintain and improve our health and longevity. See our article on page 4 for more information.

Activity Center Renovation Chair Ted Hood tedhood@yahoo.com

The ACRC will meet on an as-needed basis. Watch the SCOV calendar for future dates.

Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Stan Shopa 260-499-0121 shopa@maplenet.net Wed., Apr. 7, 11:20 AM, Activity Center/Navajo

The AFC Committee will be summarizing the events of the year and planning procedures post-COVID. Please remember: Household members are asked to share a swim lane during the COVID restrictions.

Architectural Review Kris Ahlstrand 510-693-5502 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Zoom meetings Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM

The March Architectural Review Committee (ARC) article on diminishing mountain views has generated some talk, as we have had numerous emails and verbal responses concerning the height of bushes and trees. The objective is not to get rid of trees and bushes; it is to be aware of the views they might block. The Prohibited Plant List in our Development Standards includes plants that are prohibited for a number of reasons: height at maturity, excessive water consumption, maintenance headaches because of seeds and leaves, invasive species and tree allergies. Prohibited plants may also be attractive to potential pests such as bees, packrats and javelinas. If you are contemplating planting a tree, stand in your neighbors’ yards and evaluate, “Would I want that in my view?” Once trees and bushes are established, let them grow with nature’s rainfall, which will slow their growth. Keep them professionally trimmed regularly. We should all walk down our street, stop at various points, and take a look and evaluate how our trees and bushes look. Are they overgrown? Are they view blockers? If I removed or trimmed that tree or bush, would it open all our views? The ARC is looking for members to join our team. If you are interested in guiding our community to preserve our lifestyle, please contact the ARC at ARC@suncityorovalley.com.

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Community Directory Chair Lisa Collins 812-344-4773 scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory

SCOV pays nothing for the paper directory: The publisher finances it with ad revenue. But as more people use the Internet, fewer businesses buy ads in directories. Let the advertisers know that you appreciate their ads and keep your fingers crossed for next year. If the publisher can’t continue, we will need to decide if we want to pay for a paper directory ourselves. Did you know our directory is on the SCOV website? Find your neighbors’ names, or all the people from your hometown, or whatever you seek. The incremental search box will display results as you type. Are you included in the directory? New homeowners are unlisted by default. To add or update your listing in the directory, the preferred method is to complete the online form “To change your directory listing….” Otherwise, you can fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.

Enter the Community Phone Directory Cover Photo Contest Do you have a gorgeous photo of a SCOV setting that would be perfect for the cover of our Community Directory? Submit your best SCOV photo(s) by Sunday, June 20. Log in at scovaz.com > members > services > miscellaneous and click on SCOV Photo Contest Form. Consumer Referral - Vendor List Susanna Moran scovconsumerservices@gmail.com

The Vendor List is on the SCOV website. After logging in, go to www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/vendor_ consumer-referral. The Vendor List may also be viewed at the monitor’s desk in the Activity Center during business hours. Please check the Vendor List, as changes are made frequently. Vendors should email Susanna Moran to inquire about applying to be on the Vendor List.

Election Vote Results March 23, 2021 Directors elected are Allan Mashburn (1,048) and Mike LaBarbera (976). Other results from the election of the Directors are John Balaco (854). Results of the initiatives vote are as follows: • Flags, Banners & Signs. Approve amended language for Master Declaration 4.12 regarding flags, banners and signs (For = 1,275, Against = 404, Total Votes = 1,679, Needed to Pass 1,119; PASSED). • Activity Center Renovation. Approve the Board to exceed its spending limit of $878,291 for renovation of the Activity Center with a not to exceed amount of $4.5 million (For = 1,121, Against = 594, Total Votes = 1,715, Needed to Pass 859; PASSED).

Finance-Budget Sharon Miller muggins48@comcast.net Mon., Apr. 26, 1:30 PM via Zoom

The committee’s recommendations for the SCOV 20212022 Annual Operating and Capital Acquisition Budget will be presented during the Board’s April 8 study session. The

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budget, with any Board-directed revisions, will be approved by the Board at its April 27 meeting. Board and committee meetings are open to all SCOV community members and the general public. The Finance-Budget Committee agendas, minutes and the SCOV Committee Volunteer application form are posted on the SCOV members only website. To access this information, use the drop-down menus: Members > Committees > Finance Budget Committee > More. For Financials, use Members > Financials. Please contact Sharon Miller for more information.

terial or florals. She also creates with different themes in mind: trendy, classic, fun, romantic and highly dimensional.

Friends of the Library Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu Pat Brown patbrown630@gmail.com Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com

Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1; Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 AM www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/

SCOV residents are fortunate to have a resourceful library serving our community. Programs, books, videos and audios plus more are available and readily accessible to our community members. Membership dues for Friends of the Library (FOL) are a large source of funds for our self-supporting facility. Support for our library can be made through donations or by new or renewed FOL memberships ($15 single or $20 family). Payment of dues and/or donations can be made online or by placing a membership slip (available at the Library) in the book drop. For online payments, please email Andrea Houston scovfol@gmail.com. Checks can be made out to SCOV-FOL. FOL members will be able to participate in the next “Great Views” in July. This is an event presenting reviews of films available in the Library. This presentation is prepared by our resident movie buff, Garry Buck, and will be the second offering of the season. Thank you for your continued support of the Sun City Oro Valley Library.

Gift Shop Co-Chairs Don Jovag 520-818-1078, Elaine Deeter 209-985-6663 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 AM-4 PM; Sat., 10 AM-1 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop

Spring is upon us and the Gift Shop is ever changing with the seasons. Stop in to see what’s new. Featured artists this month are Bill Norton and Linda Wilkes. Bill received Linda Wilkes and Bill Norton. his degree in industrial arts and taught throughout his career at vocational high schools and junior colleges. Retiring in 1999, he moved to Arizona and became intrigued with wood turning and free form carving. Whatever the plan starts out to be, the final design can change dramatically. His top goal is to never have two projects that look the same. Linda’s mother-in-law encouraged her into the art of jewelry making. When Linda later purchased a bag of estate sale jewelry, she found a beautiful handmade necklace. She retrieved her jewelry tools, and began creating new pieces of jewelry from looking at the color palette of ma-

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Government Affairs Chair Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1

The nonpartisan Government Affairs Committee conducts political forums and secures speakers on issues that are of special interest to our community.

The Loan Room is located at the end of the Cart Barn and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM. Items available to SCOV residents include beds, tables and chairs, children’s items and many kinds of medical equipment. Reservations can be requested either at the Loan Room at our open times or on the website. The Loan Room is supported by the aluminum can collection program; you can drop off your clean aluminum cans in the blue bins around our buildings. The Loan Room is currently looking for a volunteer to learn our computer program and help at our desk one or two mornings a week. If you are interested in learning more about this, please contact Carolyn at 520-825-1514.

Long Range Planning Chair Sharon Kennedy kennesk@comcast.net Second and Fourth Wed., 10 AM, on Zoom

The purpose of our committee is to develop and recommend to the Board a rolling 5-10 year plan to maintain and further enhance the quality of life for current residents, while ensuring SCOV remains competitive in attracting additional active, involved people to our community. Committee documents, past agendas, minutes and our Request Project Consideration form are available on the SCOV website. Our meetings are open to all residents and those interested in serving on our committee are asked to contact us.

Neighborhood Pride Chair Tempe Johnson 520-825-6994 Third Tue., 2 PM, WC3 The Calendar Says According to the calendar, spring did get here. It is time to make sure those empty pots in front yards are filled with living plants, cactus or flowers. Even with our lack of winter rains, weeds are popping up everywhere, and when they are small, they are easy to remove. Wildflowers are allowed in our community until after they bloom, at which time they need to be removed. Trim any trees that block stop signs, or shrubs which overhang the sidewalk or street. Remember, no artifacts of any kind are allowed in front yards, no matter how cute they may be. Winter residents need their yards maintained during the summer, so the home looks cared for while it’s empty. Be sure to notify Administration of your summer address in case they need to reach you while you are gone. Please continue to take pride in your property even when you are not on site, so that it will look just as nice upon your return as when you left.

Posse Chair Linda Simōn 520-789-7169 posse@5LP.com First Tue., 3 PM, Desert Oasis (no meetings until further notice) www.scovaz.com/committees/posse/ (must be logged in first)

I’ve been asked a few times over the past two months why we should continue the Posse since there have been no patrols for the past year. The Posse is a valuable asset to our community for a variety of reasons. Some are: patrolling our area in order to report suspicious activity and keeping the criminal element out of our area, reminding residents to close their garage doors in order to keep out unwanted critters or persons and assisting Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) and our Association with special event traffic management. This allows OVPD to spend more time in high-risk areas. An added benefit is that by continuing to keep our community safe, we reduce insurance costs for our Association, our homeowners and our auto insurance. We’re neighbors helping neighbors.

Properties Chair Rich Oaks richoaks114@gmail.com Third Thu., 9 AM, via Zoom

The mission of the Properties Committee is to make recommendations to the Board of Directors and the staff regarding the condition of and recommended improvements to SCOV facilities. Ongoing activities include inspections of SCOV buildings and facilities, inspection of Chalk Creek Wash and monitoring of the Sun City solar systems. Intermittent activities include utility usage studies and projects requested by the Board, the staff or as deemed appropriate by the committee. We are currently meeting via Zoom. Please see the calendar on the SCOV website for scheduled meeting dates and times.

Tipster Editorial Chair Karen Koopmans 520-818-6337 skkoops@gmail.com

As more residents receive the COVID vaccine and SCOV restrictions change in the coming months, please update your committee or club information regarding changes that affect your meetings and restrictions.

Golfing experience that provides professional and friendly service, mountain views and excellent conditions.

Director of Golf - Rick Price rprice@theviewsgolfclub.com 520-917-8086

Spring is in the air, and we welcome the month of April. The Bermuda grass is starting to grow, which will allow us to open the driving range tee and the new short game area soon. As it gets closer, we will send an email to let everyone know the opening date. The Men’s Member/Member Championship is scheduled for April 9-10. All leagues are wrapping up their main tournament events this month, and we all look forward to hopefully being back to normal in the fall with shotgun starts and luncheons. Our Chip & Putt event on Thursdays continues through this month, starting at 4:30 PM. You can play up to six people per

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group. The entry fee is $10 per person for golf, prizes, and one drink off the beverage cart before you tee off. Sign up online through the reservation system or call the Pro Shop at 520-825-3110. This month Yappy Hour will be Thursday, April 29, from 4-5 PM on the driving range tee. The driving range will be closed at 3 PM for a clean pick of all the range balls in the wash and desert areas. We look forward to enjoying the prime golf course conditions this spring and thank everyone for their support in playing golf.

Superintendent - Michael Kropf scvgolf@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8063

April is the time of year the golf course begins the transition from the overseeded winter ryegrass to the underlying Bermuda grass. The goal is to slowly remove the ryegrass and promote the growth of the Bermuda grass while still providing good golf course conditions in May and early summer. The process of transitioning from the winter ryegrass to summer Bermuda grass involves many steps that actually start in September and last until the Bermuda grass is healed in July. Seed rates have been greatly reduced over the years to provide less competition between grasses. Overseed preparation is significantly reduced to prevent injury to Bermuda grass before seeding even occurs. Irrigation is monitored very closely to prevent injury to the Bermuda grass in late spring as the temperatures start to rise. If the ryegrass is watered too heavily, the underlying Bermuda grass gets weaker and declines. If the ryegrass is not watered enough, the salts build up in the soil, also leading to Bermuda grass decline. A mix of chemicals are applied starting in March to weaken the ryegrass. This reduces competition and allows the Bermuda grass to come out of dormancy more easily. A different chemical is then used in May to completely remove the ryegrass and poa to allow the Bermuda grass a chance for full recovery. Fortunately, this transition program has led to better and better conditions each summer. Last summer during the greens renovation project, the fairways transitioned so well that no areas required sprigging, a huge change from previous years when extensive sprigging was required across many fairways.

Golf Advisory Co-chair Eileen Buskirk 206-450-6146 SCOVgolfadvisory@gmail.com Sep.-May, first Wed., 2 PM, WC3

The Golf Advisory functions as the liaison between the golf leagues, the residents and the Director of Golf Operations and Golf Course Superintendent. It was designed as a forum for resident and nonresident golfers to “express their needs, concerns and desires.” By that very description, the Golf Course Superintendent often spends the hour of the meetings listening to a litany of complaints. Not an enviable position. The past year has been challenging for everyone, especially Mike. Between the changes brought on by the Greens Reconstruction Project, the loss of experienced maintenance workers and the impact of COVID restrictions, there hasn’t been a lot of upside for him. With the change in weather, the promise of rain and new growth, we’ll see the course morph into the one we dreamed about when the work all started. Until then, let’s thank Mike for all he does when we see him and point out the good.

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The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Michael Gerber 520-237-9767 Membership Darwin Priebe pribedar@msn.com Play Wed. AM

April showers? Not in Tucson. More sunshine. More pleasant temperatures. Great course conditions. April 7 - Step Aside Scramble April 14 - Better Nine April 21 - Oh Crap Scramble April 28 - Heartless Scramble and Bash

Men’s Nine-Hole Golf Club Pres. Quentin Anderson Membership David Chatterton 520-204-5636 Play Thu. morning

Spring is here. Warmer weather and more sun. Don’t forget the sunblock. Come out and join us for some fun and sun. COVID protocols are still in place. The games for April are as follows: April 1 - Last day of the tournament; Burger Bash and awards after golf April 8 - Buddy Day Scramble April 15 - Top Dog Out April 22 - Mediocre Golf April 29 - Best Three Net Good luck in the tournament. Hope to see you there.

The Views 18-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. Debbie Huffman dhuffrod@gmail.com VP/Membership Beckie Harkey bharkey2@gmail.com Play Tue. mornings

Congratulations to our State Medallion winners: Barbara Hall, low gross winner, and Vickie Snook, low net winner. Barbara and Vickie will represent us at the statewide tournament in January 2022. February 23 we presented a check to the UArizona for our Cure for Cancer Tournament. Final amount raised was $36,242. Thank you to all of the sponsors and the great work from the committee. Nominees for next year’s board are: Pres., Beckie Harkey; VP/Membership, Rob Ransom; Treas., Pattie Horning; Sec., Deborah Decuir/Kellie Mannon; Handicap Chair, Pat Stark. President’s Cup competition continues. Please keep up with getting your Cure for Cancer matches completed. April 6 - Four Person Scramble/general meeting after golf April 13 - Fairways and Putts April 20 - Best Ball of Foursome/End of Season Awards Luncheon

Bee Management It is our practice when a swarm of bees lights on the golf course to identify the swarm by a hazard marker (white circle). They move on after a day or two.

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The Views 9-Hole Women’s Golf Club Pres. JoAnn Matty 520-400-9111 jamatty@q.com Membership Dee Christoffers 520-500-7888 deechristoffers@gmail.com or Susan Olson 971-227-2042 susanolson1127@gmail.com Play Thu. mornings

Congratulations to Sally Rohde for her hole-in-one on #3. Our club has started our annual Club Championship/State Medallion playoffs for this season after being unable to compete last season due to COVID. The Lady Niners are in full competition mode. Good luck. Our club has added several new members to our roster, and we continue to hope for new members to join us. Our annual luncheon with awards is scheduled for the end of April and then we will be starting our summer play schedule, which will continue each Thursday morning with assigned tee times via golf genius. For those who are heading for their summer playgrounds, travel and be safe.

Convenient community restaurant, lounge and terrace offering an enjoyable experience in food, drinks and entertainment.

Food & Beverage Director - Aalt Brouwer abrouwer@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8074

As we continue to get vaccinated and move toward operating as a normal restaurant, we have made some adjustments for the safety of our guests moving forward. We have added an air filtration system approved by NASA that kills 99.9% of all pathogens. This was one of the recommendations of the blue-ribbon panel. When we are green lit to go to 100% occupancy, we will be hiring more staff to assure good service. We will continue to do a limited Heat and Eat menu which includes homemade cheese pizza and two other options that will rotate. Call the restaurant for more details.

If You Rent Your Home Please make sure your renters are aware of the following rules and rights: • Homeowner must submit paperwork three days prior to renter's arrival. • The facility-use card is $25 (up to two cards), valid for the length of the lease and is non-transferable. • Access to all facilities, including Aquatic & Fitness Center (including pool, gym and exercise classes), Desert Oasis, Catalina Vista, Activity Center, Artisan Center, Library and all workshops, studios, etc. • Participate in activities including use of tennis courts, pickleball, bocce ball, basketball courts, horseshoes, mini-golf, table tennis and billiards as well as join any club. • A renter will receive SCOV homeowner rates at The Views Golf Course.

Sun City Vistoso Foundation Jerry Bushong 719-221-0580 FoundationSCOV@gmail.com Fourth Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis www.foundationscov.org

The Annual Shredding Day event sponsored by your Foundation is Saturday, April 17, 8-11 AM, at the Activity Center parking lot. The event is free for SCOV residents. See the flyer in this month’s Tipster for all the details. Recent grants by the Foundation are awarded to: Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse, Vistoso Helpful Hands (a support group for SCOV residents), Wheels for Kids (an SCOV group supplying rebuilt bikes), the Women’s 18-Hole Golf Tournament (supporting UArizona cancer research) and YOTO (a support group for kids living on their own). Thank you for your support that enables your Foundation to enhance the lives of SCOV residents and the community.

Coming Events Items included in this section must be open to all residents and be either sponsored by the Association or be an annual club event of interest to the entire community. Check the website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.

Every Day, 3-6 PM The Views Restaurant Happy Hour Join us for happy hour food and drink specials.

Friday, April 2, 1 PM Easter Bonnet Parade Spring and Easter are the time to bring out those bonnets. Be creative and strut in our Easter Bonnet Parade. The parade will start at 1 PM at the Posse Shack, and we will walk down to the Welcome Center and back. Men are encouraged to participate and show their creativity.

Tuesday, April 6, 1 PM and 2 PM Walking Through the SCOV Website Need help finding information on the SCOV website? Paul Sherwood, president of the SCOV Technology Club, will have a class in the Auditorium at 1 PM and repeat the class at 2 PM. To meet safety guidelines, we can only have 48 people per session. Masks must be worn and chairs are six feet apart. You may want to take notes, so please bring what you need. You need to register for this class on the SCOV website.

Tuesday, April 13, 10 AM Tucson Museum of Art Talk The final TMA Art Talk until October will feature a familiar and favorite docent, Linda Friedman. Linda has been a TMA docent for over 22 years and brings her love of Southwest Indian artifacts in her presentation “Pueblo Pottery: Pueb-

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los, Pottery and Personalities.” Please join us for this last presentation of the season. Download Zoom on your smart phone, tablet or computer and go to www.suncityorovalley. com/members/services/online-events. Meeting ID: 884 4110 3521, Passcode: 621924

Saturday, April 17, 8-11 AM Shredding Day Free shredding of papers sponsored by the Sun City Vistoso Foundation, Activity Center parking lot. See insert in this Tipster for details.

Tuesday, April 27, 1 PM and 4 PM Indoor Movie Join us for SCOV’s popular indoor movie presentation. This month’s movie title will be announced as the date nears. Masks must be worn except when eating or drinking, no shared food or drinks. Please bring drinks in covered containers. The movie will be shown at 1 PM and 4 PM. Sign up for this movie will start April 15 on the SCOV website.

Friday, April 30, 10:30 AM Tipster Collation Help collate the inserts that go into the Tipster. It’s a great way to get some exercise and meet new people in the Auditorium. Due to COVID restrictions, email Dave and Tempe Johnson dpjohn@aol.com to sign up.

Workshops and Classes Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes No classes are being offered at this time. Association-Sponsored Fitness Outdoor water classes and some indoor exercise classes have resumed with strict limitations on class size. Online advance registration is required for all classes at www. suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities. Check the SCOV website www.suncityorovalley.com for current information. There is a $2 fee per class. Currently, punch passes must be purchased online: $20 for 10 classes or an annual pass for $300. You can register for classes and purchase passes at www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/fitness. Class descriptions may be found at www.suncityorovalley. com/amenities-facilities. Questions, call 520-917-8073. Aqua Zumba®: Tue., 1-2 PM, AFC Pool Balance Class: Suspended until Nov. Chair Balance Class: Fri., 10:30-11:30 AM, AC Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tue., Thu., 10:30-11:30 AM, Sat., 9-10 AM, Catalina Vista Core Conditioning: Mon., 5-6 PM, Wed., 3-4 PM, AFC Sunrisers: Mon., Wed., Fri. 7-8 AM, AFC Sweat Stretch: Tue., Thu., 7:30-9 AM, AFC Water Aerobics: Mon., Wed., Fri., 9-10 AM, AFC Pool Zumba® : Tue., 9:15-10:10 AM, Thu., 4-5 PM, AFC Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Classes are Monday and Thursday, 4-5 PM. You must call Ray Jerkins at 520-219-3561 to make an appointment due to class size limitations for social distancing. Masks must be worn. At this time, the classes are in the Activity Center/ Navajo Room.

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ON THE COVER

Editor’s note: While SCOV is still under COVID-19 protocols, some club meetings and events are taking place if protocols are met and the club or activity has received approval from the General Manager. We recommend checking with the club contacts listed in addition to the SCOV website and “This Week in SCOV” for current information.

“Young bobcat enjoys the winter sun from its perch in backyard tree.” Photo by Nancy Cannistra

Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

For Your Information

The items under this heading are provided as a service to residents. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein. Costume Closet The Costume Closet is closed until further notice.

Thank You Corner Thank you amazing SCOV residents for your kind and caring thoughts, cards, food and support during the recent loss of my husband, Ode. Couldn’t be in a better place to face my grief. Hugs to all of you. Lula M. Satterfield

The theme show this month is “Monochromatic.” Visit the Activity Center to see pieces of art from Clay Club, Colored Pencil, Open Studio Artists and Vistoso Photo.

Bark Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Tue., 1-4 PM, Thu., 9 AM-Noon Artisan Center/Lapidary

Bark Carving has resumed Tuesday afternoons and Thursday mornings with one of the following members acting as the monitor: Ted Rydzewski, Ed Lindahl, Allan Mashburn or Dick Minch. The number of carvers allowed in the room, in addition to the monitor, will be limited to five on a first-come, first-in basis. Each carver must sign in, wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Supplies are provided to disinfect work areas both before and after carving, but you can bring your own if you prefer.

Clay Pres. Melanie Stinson 971-506-8655 melduck1@yahoo.com www.scovclayclub.com

Memoriam

Art League Pres. Caryl Thornton 520-638-7024, VP, Carol Nagel 520-825-3097

Residents 1

January 24

Robert Koser

Ode Satterfield

February 15

Carol Rosner

February 22

Karen Koch

March 8

Gerald Mindel

March 14

Do you have a Thank You Corner or In Memoriam submission for the Tipster? These can be submitted online using the Tipster Article Form at www.suncityorovalley.com/news-info/ the-tipster/submit-article/ For In Memoriam, information should only be submitted by a family member or with the permission of the individual’s family. The requested information is name, date of passing and if the individual was a current or former SCOV resident. If needed, family members may call or email the Tipster editor with their information. If you submit a Thank You, the submission should not exceed 50 words and be general in nature without singling out any individuals.

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Good news for Clay Club members. Meetings will resume on the first Thursday of the month. The April 1 meeting will be held at 1 PM on the Kiva Patio. Wearing masks and social distancing will be required and appreciated. We have much to discuss, so please come. Pictured are Bob Arms, John Grandner and Barb Peterson who are helping with a clay delivery. All 1,600 pounds of clay were unloaded and shelved in the storage room for members to purchase as needed. Along with that, dry glazes and chemicals were delivered and stored. A total of six members worked on the delivery. We all appreciate the effort involved for this great convenience. At this time, we regret that we are still unable to hold orientation for those wanting to join the Clay Club. We are hopeful that later this year we will again be able to welcome new members into our club.

Colored Pencil Sue Parkes 520-825-7307, Bette McGrath 815-347-4282 Fri., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Do you enjoy detail in works of art? Are you interested in exploring patterns, shapes and values? Our club may be just the group for you. Some of our members have discovered the joy and challenges of scratchboard, which lends itself to very fine detail. Other club members have ventured into pastel or water color along with colored pencil. Basic drawing skills are helpful in representational art, but not essential. We are happy to show newcomers a few basics and hope you can join us.

Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 520-818-2343 Nov.-May, Mon., 1-4 PM, Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Lapidary Room

We are still meeting with masks and distancing, having fun, and creating beauties. We look forward to the days when we are free to admit more than our maximum number of six. Come by to see if you can “fit in.”

Photo by Tom Prall.

Sue Watkins is searching through our donation box hoping to find the perfect fit. Japanese Flower Arranging Donald Marier 520-825-4878 dolmar21@gmail.com Nov.-May, Second and Fourth Mon., 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Japanese flower arranging, Ikebana, is the art of arranging flowers, branch materials, grasses and leaves. At its core is the beauty resulting from a combination of color, shapes and graceful lines. More than simple floral decoration, it is a form of sculpture with plant materials. Learn from certified instructors at your own pace and make creative arrangements for your home.

Knit and Crochet Jane Fairchild 520-909-5069 janemail11@yahoo.com Tue., 2:30-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Please join us. We usually have lively conversations while working on our projects and enjoying each other’s company. We are following the SCOV guidelines by wearing masks and social distancing. An ongoing project is crocheted sleeping mats made out of plastic shopping bags. We deliver these mats to the Gospel Rescue Mission for persons who are experiencing homelessness. You can participate in this project by cutting the bags into strips, stringing them into plastic yarn (plarn) and/ or crocheting them into mats. Join us to learn how.

Modelers Pres. Fred Faust 520-907-3469 fjfaust1030@gmail.com Second Fri., 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers

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What motivation lies behind building a model? Nostalgia? The first car we owned, or wanted to own? Bob Underland (left) grew up on a farm in the Midwest before a career in IT at Boeing. Here he is, building a replica of the iconic farm that was the backdrop to so many or our lives. Dave Scoles (right) is assembling a model of a fuel oil dealer, another familiar sight in mid-century America. Why? You’ll have to ask him. We look forward to that day, not far away, when we can all share the pursuit of our hobbies, arts, and crafts together. In the meantime, stop to enjoy the models in our window display cases in the Artisan Center and the Activity Center.

Open Studio Artists Pres. Carol Nagel 520-825-3097 Tue., Wed. and Thu., 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Hopefully, many artists are getting their vaccine shots and are thinking about returning to the Art Studio. The May theme show will be “Seashore and Water’s Edge.” Come back to the Art Studio and work on a water scene.

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Vistoso Photo Pres. Val Plumlee 520-603-5057 valplumlee@yahoo.com Club information at www.vistosophotoclub.weebly.com

The Vistoso Photo Club is now conducting its meetings by Zoom, and you can participate from home. We offer monthly presentations on photographic subjects, as well as a monthly judging of photos that have been submitted. We have members at all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner, or an experienced professional photographer, we invite you to join and compete with others at your skill level. Your entries will be reviewed by a judge who will comment on the better points of your photos and also how they might be improved. Winners will have their photos displayed at Catalina Vista. If you are not a member and would like to be a guest at one of our meetings, please contact Val Plumlee for a Zoom invitation. Our next presentation will be Wednesday, April 14, 6 PM, and our next judged competition will be on Saturday, April 24, 6 PM.

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Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 Mon. and Thu., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing

Photo by Ed Caine, “Joan and Ed.” Sculpture Pres. Laurie Lichaa 520-991-9953 Mon., 9 AM-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The Sculpture Club meets on Mondays in the Art Room in Catalina Vista and can participate in the Open Art Studio on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 AM-1 PM. If you are interested in becoming a member of our club, contact Laurie Lichaa, president. Club members have sculptures in the display case outside of the Art Room in Catalina Vista and in the SCOV Library.

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SCOV Name Tags Name tags with our logo are $8 each. The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.

Sewing Thimblelenas

Sue Lane 520-971-8755 sklane6970@aol.com Co-Treas. Phyllis Austin 805-341-5176, Pat Norton 480-993-8762 Times and calendar sign-up: www.bit.ly/thimblelena-signup

The Sewing Room has been busy and in full operation for most of this year. We have new members joining the various sewing clubs, and new projects being done. Not all of the sewing clubs actually do “sewing.” If you’d like to hang out with other wonderful people, do look at the various club articles under the Thimblelenas umbrella. You can actually join any of our clubs and not sew. The Tapestry Club changed its name this year to show they are more inclusive of other fiber arts, not just tapestry. We have windows outside of the Sewing Room which are changed monthly. Take a look every month and see what the clubs have been up to. To join or learn more about our clubs, stop in the Sewing Room during any listed club time when a monitor is available. See you there.

Do you like to sew but aren’t up for a complicated project? Do you want to participate in sewing projects that benefit others in need? Casa Amigas is for you. We sew simple patterns like pajama bottoms, capri pants, sleep sacks and crib sheets for children in need. We provide orientation and simple sewing techniques for those who haven’t sewn in awhile. Would you like to learn how to serge? We also provide orientation and instruction on our sergers. Would you like to join others who enjoy sewing and have a fun time while doing so? We are the group for you. We’ve continued to sew and serge throughout Covid and look forward to getting totally back to normal as soon as possible. Come join us and see what fun we have. Cheer Bears

Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Wed., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing

Thank you for all of you who have been supporting our group working at home and in the Sewing Room. We sent out 50 Cheer Bears to new homes this month, and we are still embroidering faces, sewing bodies, stuffing them with love and filling the shelves for the next set to march out to new families. Nothing has really stopped us this year. We are sure happy to find that our minds are still intact as we feel spring in the air and vaccinations in our arms. Life is good and spirits are up. We are looking forward in joy with caution and excitement. Summer is just around the corner. Reaching out to hug you all. We are still meeting to put all our love in the little bears we create and children love. Sign in and come join us to complete our task. Machine Embroidery

Sharon Larsen 520-818-2791 SharLarsen@gmail.com Training Coordinator Karin Frohlich 520-612-7379 4D Computer Training Debra Dirks 520-825-2248 www.facebook.com/groups/SCOVMachineEmb/ Third Tue., 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo, No meetings May-Sep. It’s always fun to see what everyone has been embroidering during this time. Our monthly meeting is a great way to see others who enjoy our craft, and to catch up on the latest ideas. Come to the April meeting to enjoy the enthusiasm and creativ- One of the blocks on Ellie Anderson’s quilt. ity of our members. Pet Beds

Jan Bohe 520-825-9725 Tue., 1-3 PM, Artisan Center/Sewing

Can you snip fabric into tiny pieces? Our little furry friends need an extra touch of kindness while waiting for adoption at the Humane Society, so we create soft, comfy beds from fabric sewing scraps. We invite you to join us for a laid-back afternoon. We could use some larger pieces of fabric for the pillow themselves. If you are interested, use the Sewing Room SignUpGenius calendar or call Jan.

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Quilters

Carol Guibert 520-404-1462 Second and Fourth Tue., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo While April will bring our meetings to a close until September, there will be two meetings as usual at Desert Oasis this month. We will feature a new template for our Accuquilt cutter called Blazing Star. Carol will demo the block at the Tuesday, April 13, meeting, and there will be a class on the block in the Sewing Room on Thursday, April 15. Signups are mandatory. Seniors for Kids

Co-Pres. Jean Sax 651-436-4243 jeanazmn@gmail.com Co-Pres. Pat Norton 480-993-8762 panpan9803@yahoo.com Sewing/Crafting, Mon., 1-3 PM, Wed., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing Wooden toy making, various times, Artisan Center/Woodshop Business meetings at Catalina Vista, First Thu., 8-9 AM; no meetings May-Sep.

Spring is in the air and vaccinations are in the arms. Spirits are improving around SCOV, and it is apparent when you look around. I just returned from the Sewing Room and Wood Shop, and the doors were open and sounds of joy were coming from inside. We are looking forward to our April meeting to make decisions on how we will proceed in 2021. Things appear to be moving along with caution and excitement. Please keep shopping with Amazon and Fry’s so we can get our reward monies. Thank you to Vistoso Tennis Club for your much needed donation. If by any chance you are clearing out cloth or yarn from your stashes, Seniors for Kids could use some for the work we do. Thank you again to the entire community for all you do. Looking forward to seeing your smiles again. Tapestry Hooking and Fiber Arts

Coni Arseneau 217-398-1416 coniarseneau@gmail.com Carrie Wiley 360-734-5952 ecwiley@gmail.com Tue., 9 AM-Noon, Artisan Center/Sewing www.scovhookers.weebly.com

If you are interested in being part of our group or are interested when we will be meeting again, please contact Coni or Carrie. Our group is one of the groups under the umbrella of the Thimblelenas Club.

Show ‘n Share Leader Deb Wehrung 267-377-6760 debwehrung@gmail.com Every Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista

Show ʼn Share is a crafters group whose members work on portable crafts. We have crafters who create cards and jewelry, knit, crochet, embroider, scrapbook, quilt and much more. If you can carry your craft to Catalina Vista, come and join us. We are a fun, easy group with relaxed camaraderie, birthday parties and a monthly project to share. We meet year-round and always welcome new members. At Show ʼn Share, we love to show our creations and share our ideas. Annual dues are $5.

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Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Steve Adams 520-268-8216 adams.se938@gmail.com Shop hours: Mon.-Thu., 9 AM-Noon Monthly member meetings and training classes postponed until further notice

This month features member Ed Lindahl. As inspiration, Ed saw a high-quality silver belt buckle at a tribal arts fair, at UArizona twelve years ago. After a training class taught by established club members, Ed decided to replicate the buckle. Ed Lindahl’s silver belt buckle. He used the overlay method of two pieces of 16-gauge sterling silver, depicting an elk antler and elk tracks. The top layer was cut out using a jeweler’s saw. The two remaining pieces were soldered together and polished. A “soccer goal post” and hook, made of silver wire, were soldered onto the reverse side to catch and secure the belt. The relief antler and tracks were roughed up and treated with acid to oxidize them and create the contrast. Ed nailed it. Members: Shop hours have reopened mornings and some afternoons as monitors are vaccinated. COVID precautions remain in place. Wear a mask and limit numbers.

Stained/Fused Glass Pres. Jo Anne Bowman 501-282-4454 jabweb93@gmail.com Studio Manager Ellen Jordano 763-807 0184 elleninplymouth@gmail.com Open to members 8 AM-9 PM www.scovglassclub.weebly.com

The studio is open, and we are firing our kilns daily. If you need to purchase supplies, you can contact Ellen Jordano, Studio Manager. Sign up for studio time with SignupGenius. Our website contains a new section with supplies and equipment for sale. The club display windows feature items for sale created by our gifted and talented artisans. An individual’s contact information is located by each item. Just call the number Artist Ed Caine. and the person will arrange to meet you. Remember to pay your annual dues of $15. In February, the new door lock combination was sent to paid members. Upon entering the studio, sign in first, wash your hands, physically distance and do not touch what belongs to others. Currently, we are not able to have new member classes due to COVID-19. We will let everyone know when we can resume classes.

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Wood Carving Bob Ash 520-282-3688 SCOVCarvers@gmail.com Sat., 9-Noon, Artisan Center/Lapidary

Wood carving sessions have resumed on Saturday mornings with Lew Dahmen, Dick Minch or Ed Lindahl acting as the monitor. Maybe you will find Ed working on his relief carving. The number of carvers allowed in the room, in addition to the monitor, will be limited to five on a first-come, first-in basis. Each carver must sign in, wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Supplies are provided to disinfect work areas both before and after carving, but you can bring your own if you prefer.

Woodworking Pres. Gary Casner 303-880-4120 gcasner1@comcast.net VP Bill Norton 480-980-4593 Treas. Charlie Tomlinson 503-333-8887 charlie.tomlinson@gmail.com www.scovwoodworkingclub.com

Continuing Education Astronomy Pres. Allan Mashburn 435-219-0042 scovastronomy@gmail.com Oct.-May, Third Thu., 7 PM, Activity Center/Navajo www.scovastronomy.com

Although the Astronomy Club will remain closed through the end of our season at the end of May, we are anxiously awaiting the return to normality when we resume fully in October. With more and more of us getting vaccinated, the future is looking very hopeful. The biggest news in space this past month was the successful landing of the Perseverance rover on Mars. Perseverance is the most sophisticated rover ever and is equipped with its own helicopter that will make history’s first-ever helicopter flight on another planet. This is no small feat given that the atmosphere on Mars is only 1% as dense as ours on Earth, and the fact that Mars is over 127 million miles from Earth, requiring the helicopter to fly autonomously.

Bible Studies Men’s Bible Study

Jerry Anderson 520-638-6586, Rick Thomas 520-591-0475 Oct.-May, Tue., 7:15 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

We’re back into Genesis once more to complete the first book of the Bible after visiting Revelation. Follow His story from where it all started. Study guides are available. Precept Women’s Bible Study

Covid art project (left); freeform vase (right) by Bill Norton. This month’s featured woodworker is Bill Norton. Bill’s been an SCOV resident for six years. He’s an exceptional woodworking artist, and serves as Woodworking Club vice president and heads the Wood Shop training. He freely shares his knowledge and expertise and is a most valued member. During the current COVID-19 crisis, the Wood Shop is open on a limited basis. At present, Wood Shop capacity is set at seven, plus a monitor. Wood Shop rules: • Everyone in the shop must wear a mask. • All members must provide their own eye protection. • Handwashing protocol. • Social distancing is expected. A new member orientation is held at the Wood Shop the first Wednesday of each month at 4 PM. Call Bill Norton for further instructions. Club dues are $20 annually. Current hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM. If you have questions or need more information, please visit the website or call an officer.

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Pres. Elaine Farmer 253-318-0018 elaineruth@gmail.com Sec. Faith Heitmann 208-750-5886 quincie51@gmail.com Oct.-May, Wed., 8:50 AM, Activity Center/Hopi

Greetings, SCOV ladies. We are starting the second half of our study in the exciting book of Daniel. We are reviewing the first half for those who may be new to Precept Bible Studies. This is a non-denominational Bible study written by well-known biblical author, Kay Arthur, that covers both Old and New Testament Scriptures. The study is open to all believers, those new to faith and looking for answers and to women who have studied the Bible for many years; all are welcome. For the remaining spring months, our meeting is relocated to the Activity Center/Hopi. SCOV rules require masks the whole time in the building, and upon entering, the use of hand sanitizer. Our study is conducted in a room with socially distanced tables and chairs. Please come join us.

Books Great Books

Pres. Barbara Gates 302-354-6615 VP Maryfaith Fox 612-414-7789 maryfaith.fox@gmail.com Oct.-Apr., First and Third Wed., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

The Great Books Club offers an opportunity to discuss challenging ideas raised by our reading of classic texts. The selections, from an anthology published by the Great Books Foundation (available at the SCOV Library), are short to moderate in length, enabling focused, in-depth conversations. Our April selections are both fiction, by 20th Century writers Frank O’Connor and Nadine Gordimer. Meetings are currently via Zoom. When we start our next club year in October, we look forward to gathering in person.

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Pres. Glenda Tonkin 925-640-7312 gt99673@gmail.com Club Communications: Lynn Kallgren lynn.kallgren@gmail.com First Mon., 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon Genealogy Pres. Lee Sopwith leesop@cableone.net Mentoring Holly Gibson 303-548-1299 ghgibson@live.com General meetings Oct.-May, Second Tue., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo www.scvgs.org

The program for the meeting Tuesday, April 13, 1 PM, will be presented via Zoom by Laurie Castillo and is entitled “Researching Less Common Genealogy Sources.” Members of the club will receive additional information about attending this presentation, so watch your email. Download Zoom to your computer or tablet and be ready to attend our next meeting. Remember–you may attend from anywhere. Hopefully, the Genealogy Lab will be opening soon and you may get back to researching your ancestors. Why don’t you take this quiet time to start organizing your research and be ready to dive back in when the lab opens? Check the club website for updates.

ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Lei Lane Bammel via Constant Contact or 520-818-0017 VP Gene Bammel ebammel@earthlink.net Curriculum Randy Myerson rcmyerson@gmail.com Registration Karen/Sherwin Koopmans skkoops@gmail.com Samplers Sally Evert sallyevert@gmail.com www.suncityilr.com

The ILR is currently working on a few summer Samplers to be presented on Zoom. Sampler programs are open to ILR members, and for this summer only, to nonmembers as well. To sign up for ILR summer classes, however, you must be an ILR member. As always, there is no charge to members for these classes. If you are interested in teaching a summer, fall or winter course online, please contact Randy Myerson at the above address. For updates on programs and classes, check our website or “This Week in SCOV.” And finally, a big “thank you” to our presenters and those who served as Zoom hosts. Because of you, we all learned a few things and enjoyed doing so.

Natural Health and Wellness Sherokee Ilse 520-818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Vegan potluck, First Wed., 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista Mindful Meditation, every Tue., 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista Meetings Third Wed., Nov.-Apr., 3-4:30 PM, Catalina Vista

Meetings are suspended until further notice.

If you are leaving for the summer: be sure to cover or leave running any water feature in your yard to avoid stagnation and mosquitoes.

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Poets Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 520-825-6762 srafieyan@comcast.net Mon., 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, WC1

Perhaps we can discover how he managed to reach 101 by reading this excerpt from the late Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s poem “I Am Waiting.” Think about what you might be waiting for and how you can help it happen. “…I am waiting for my number to be called / and I am waiting / for the Salvation Army to take over / and I am waiting / for the meek to be blessed / and inherit the earth / without taxes / and I am waiting / for forests and animals / to reclaim the earth as theirs and I am waiting / for a way to be devised / to destroy all nationalisms / without killing anybody / and I am waiting / for linnets and planets to fall like rain / and I am waiting for lovers and weepers / to lie down together again / in a new rebirth of wonder…” Writing poetry is an exploratory adventure. Resident poets are welcome to join us on that journey. Contact Sharyn Rafieyan for an invitation to Zoom.

SCOV Technology Club Pres. Paul Sherwood 520-329-7661 paulgsherwood@gmail.com Membership Brian Alexander 520-818-2429 www.scovcomputer.com

All SCOV residents are invited to attend our general meetings: Mondays, November through March, 1 PM, via Zoom or in person. (Location to be determined in the fall. Check “This Week In SCOV” for announcements.) There is usually a brief club member meeting, followed by a presentation, including time for questions and answers. Please provide any ideas for next year: scovtech@gmail.com. The club is open to SCOV residents/renters. We provide a help desk for all things technical, from simple email questions to advanced technology. If you need help setting up Zoom on your computer, contact the club help desk: scovtech@ gmail.com or 520-329-7661. Facebook access is also available, allowing members to consult with each other. Annual dues are only $10 per household. Visit the website for PayPal or debit/credit card options.

Cultural & Social Democratic Club Richard Kopp 520-342-6633 richardkopp@mac.com Second Sat., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo (meetings are suspended during the pandemic)

How can we talk with people we don’t agree with? This question may seem silly in these times of polarized politics. But at our Saturday, April 10, 1 PM, Zoom meeting, our guest speaker Richard Gilman will help us consider “Ten Principles to Unite America.” Not, he says, that we all should be of one mind. But we should have open minds. Mr. Gilman is a thoughtful observer, starting his newspaper career here with the Arizona Daily Star and moving on to The New York Times and Boston Globe. Retired back to Tucson now, he’s spent the last three years listening, learning, linking together the experiences and ideas of people in four states across the country. And on April 10, he will take us through four uncommon steps toward finding common purposes for our state and nation. Even with people we don’t agree with.

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Dining - Prepare & Share Pres. Debbie Kotlarek 262-899-5810 dlkotlarek@gmail.com VP Sandra Fisher 208-860-3431 sandrafisher2703@gmail.com www.scovprepareandshare.weebly.com

The Pandemic continues to constrain our activities for the rest of this year. However, we are hopeful we can resume club dinners in the fall. As our name implies, our members usually prepare meals that follow an agreed-upon theme and share our dishes in the home of a host. A couple times a year, the club as a whole gathers for a catered dinner. Anyone interested in joining the club should email Debbie dlkotlarek@gmail.com to get on our email list. In the meantime, a number of club members have been preparing dishes and sharing recipes. February’s theme was “When life gives you lemons, make…” Check out our members’ culinary creativity on our website: scovprepareandshare.weebly.com.

Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Membership contacts: Marj Young 360-913-8062 youngmarj8@gmail.com or Carol Tombre 208-961-1133 mctombre@yahoo.com. Members meeting updates will be provided by email

This month’s featured dog is Hazel, a 12year-old cattle dog owned by Paul Jensen. As a puppy, she chased a rabbit into a culvert and got stuck in the pipe. Paul had Hazel. to pull her out by her tail. She never did that again. About a year ago, she alerted Paul and Kim West to a rattlesnake in the backyard and was wise enough to stay well away from it. She enjoys chasing the ball and greeting other dogs on her daily walks. Hazel has a gentle, loving spirit, and Paul and Kim are blessed to have her in their life. Members welcome three new board members: VP, Allan Keller; Sec., Franci Buenger and Co-treas., Peggy Perkins. They begin in May. We also added a new entry code, and the small dog expansion has started. We hope to have it completed next month with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Garden Club Pres. Joyce Wisbey 520-825-5425 bwisbey@msn.com VP Shelley Bredau 917-754-5637 sbredau@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/view/scov-garden-club/home

April is cactusin-bloom month. Take a walk around your neighborhood and see the lovely cactus flowers in bloom. The roselike flowers of cacti, which are contrastingly delicate and beautifully colored, produce edible although

sometimes not too palatable fruit. Transplanting is usually necessary since cacti seldom occur naturally in desired landscape locations. Although they can be transplanted year-round in southern Arizona’s lower elevations, quicker reestablishment can be expected from March through October. Warmer temperatures favor active root growth and, consequently, quicker establishment of the transplant. Bach’s Greenhouse Cactus Nursery’s website www.bachscactus. com is a great place to get all your questions about cactus answered. Reminder, the April Garden Walk has been canceled for this year due to COVID-19. For membership, contact Annette Munoz 253-905-7747 or queenanne9@yahoo. com.

Havurah Pres. Barbara Hamm 520-989-0062 www.havurahscov.org

Havurah is pleased to announce the members of its new board of directors: Pres., Barbara Hamm; VP, Debbie Gretsky; Treas., Barrie Shabel; Rec. Sec., Don Teiser; Corresponding Sec., Arlene Schneider; Membership Chairs, Marilyn/David Smoler; Program Chairs, Sharyn Rafieyan/Michael Lubatkin. Many thanks to Renee Grills and Sandie Bolze for their past service. We are looking forward to an eventful and exciting year and can’t wait to get together again with our dear friends, hopefully soon. Stay safe and well.

Mindfulness Meditation Club Pres. Linda Bold 201-783-7650 Sec. Sue Harrington 218-226-8441 sueellenharrington@gmail.com Tues., 3 PM, Catalina Vista

The Mindfulness Meditation Club currently meets at 3 PM Tuesdays outside at Catalina Vista (COVID protocol/ weather permitting) and online. The format is 15 minutes of mindfulness discussion followed by 25 minutes silent sitting meditation, 10 minutes walking meditation, 25 minutes sitting meditation. We understand that one hour of silent meditation is not for everybody, so we encourage everyone to come regardless of their experience level or schedule as it is acceptable to come or leave quietly at anytime. We are a diverse group from the Christian community (centering prayer), Buddhist community (zazen), and secular community (mindfulness meditation). If you wish to learn more, come 10 minutes early or contact us. We welcome all to come and steep themselves in the insights that come from the stillness of meditation. Contact Sue at sueellenharrington@gmail.com for an online invite or more information.

Republican Club Merritt McGlothlin 520-572-7853 mercarmc51@gmail.com Third Tue., 3 PM, Activity Center

Due to COVID-19, the Republican Club will not meet in April. Please stay up-to-date for any further notices regarding the club by monitoring the weekly email “This Week In SCOV” every Thursday.

St. Philip’s Social Club Abby Marier 520-825-4878 absma@comcast.net

Flowering prickly pear. Photo by Phil Fisher.

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Scandinavian Heritage Club Sigrid Flatness 425-213-6689 sigridkf@gmail.com

Even though the Scandinavian Club dinner has been canceled for this year, we do have a date for 2022. Put Saturday, February 26, on your calendar. See you next year.

Sun City Singles Pres. Anthony Delprete 520-989-0120 Ticket Sales Gail Brandt 520-825-7480 Dinner meeting second Thu., 5:30 PM; happy hour last Fri., 5:30 PM

Sun City Variety Theatre Membership Christie Faust 231-347-7502 jcf2075@gmail.com Sep.-Apr., Third Thu., 10 AM, Desert Oasis

The board and members-at-large held a meeting March 18 via Zoom. Minutes will be distributed to members. There are no firm plans for performances at this time. The Board and members-at-large continue to explore options for next spring and those will be shared with the club for discussion when they are more solid.

First-time visitors may purchase a ticket to one of our activities without becoming a member. After attending one time, you must become a member in order to attend any of our activities. Catalina International will provide dinner on Thursday, April 8; social hour, 5:30 PM; seating, 6 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Menu: Caesar salad, grilled pork loin/plum chutney sauce, gouda smashed potatoes, roasted fresh vegetables, roll and butter. Dessert: Chef’s choice. Bring your own favorite beverage. Entertainment: Polly Dithmer. Happy hour, Friday, April 30; social hour 5:30 PM; seating, 6 PM, Activity Center/Navajo Room. Entertainment: Bill Ganz, Western singer and storyteller.

Ticket sales: Thu., Apr. 1, 10 AM-Noon, Activity Center Lounge. Dinner tickets, $20 pp; happy hour appetizers, $10 pp. Checks only, payable to Sun City Singles.

Spanish Cultural Club (SCC) Gary/Carolyn Lerch 520-818-3319 gclerch@comcast.net Oct., Nov., Jan.-Mar., Apr. (Cinco de Mayo Fiesta) Fourth Mon., 7 PM, Catalina Vista

Our season was certainly different, but at least we were able to do presentations on Zoom. We are looking forward to when we can actually meet in person starting in October 2021. Until then, be safe and maybe buy a rug. Call Carolyn Lerch if interested in Spanish language classes with Myriam Barrientos.

We Have Resumed Collecting Aluminum Cans Put your empty aluminum cans to work for SCOV. Deposit only empty, rinsed aluminum cans in the box outside the Activity Center kitchen door. The Community Assistance Committee uses the funds from recycling to purchase items for the Loan Room.

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Lynne Newbauer and Al Burdi watched the parade from their driveway. To show the appreciation of the theatre company, Ada and Stan Shopa planned a fun parade for Al Burdi on February 27. This event was a total success and was well attended by SCVT members and friends, many in costume. Thank you Ada and Stan. Al and Lynne appreciated this so very much.

Veterans Club of SCOV Pres. Mike LaBarbera 812-431-7427 mclabarb@aol.com First Mon., 1 PM, Auditorium www.vbscov.weebly.com

Meetings are held in the Activity Center due to increased membership, returning seasonal residents and a safe environment for members to attend meetings. Currently, masks are required in SCOV buildings. We have guest speakers who cover a range of topics, inform club members of VA entitlements and review relevant issues by email and during monthly meetings. If you have a worn, faded or tattered U.S. flag, bring it to Mike LaBarbera’s home, and he will see to the proper disposal. Leave it by the front door wrapped inconspicuously so the flag is not visible, 2145 E. Bighorn Mountain Dr. Purchase your Legacy Brick and support SCOV, your favorite club and local veterans. Email Mike at mclabarb@aol.com for a Legacy Brick order form. “Legacy Brick” community fundraiser. “For those who have fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.” –P. McCree

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Women’s Action Group of Oro Valley (WAG OV) Facilitator Anne Munoz 253-905-7747 queenanne9@yahoo.com Communications Kris Sigford 612-747-0487 raykris@aribo.com First Fri., 11 AM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball

WAG OV’s mission is to promote positive, progressive political change on issues affecting women and families.

SCOV Women’s Auxiliary Pres. Linda Wilkes 520-334-9705 lindaswilkes@gmail.com VP. Joyce Shaw 425-765-1415 jwshaw29@gmail.com Finance Debbie Francis 402-216-4227 dejfrancis71@gmail.com Sec. Kathy Patterson 616-350-6443 1969kal@comcast.net Donations Kathy Hrdy 520-825-4723 jkhrd2@aol.com Meetings third Tue., 9-10:30 AM, Auditorium

Our Auxiliary benefits Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse and IMPACT of Southern Arizona Food Bank. Since the Auxiliary will not be meeting this spring, you may go to the Emerge! website, www.emergecenter.org for information regarding in-kind and monetary donations. New priority items needed for Emerge! include: • Towels, twin sheets and blankets • Chapstick, full size toiletries and natural hair products • New baby items (baby wash, shampoo, wipes, bottles and sippy cups) • New socks and underwear (all sizes: women, men, girls and boys) • Reusable water bottles • Hand wipes • Gift cards up to $20 each (Visa, Mastercard, Walmart, Target, Fry’s, etc.) Items needed for Impact are regular sizes of the following: cereal, canned tomato products and peanut butter. We wish you the best of health. We hope to resume our monthly meetings this fall.

Dance

Ballroom - SC Starlight Jim Kasierski 520-954-4041 scstarlight.pres2020@gmail.com www.scstarlightdanceclub.wixsite.com/scstarlightdance

Springtime is a season of renewal and fresh beginnings. The club has restarted offering professionally led dance lessons in addition to our 4 PM Wednesday open practices in the Auditorium with masks and social distancing. Dance lessons return. Our first dance in a year, since COVID-19 restrictions, will be held Friday, April 16, 4:306:30 PM, in the outdoor courtyard. Music as well as sociallydistanced seating will be provided with a portable dance floor for this year’s resident-only Spring Fling. BYO refreshments. Attendance is limited, so be sure to sign up, and purchase your tickets early, only $10/cpl. Club members will be notified via email as usual. If you are a resident, visit the club

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website’s Happenings tab or read “This Week in SCOV” for further details about dance lessons and the Spring Fling dance. For SCOV ballroom information, visit our website.

Folk Dance Harvey Gardner 520-308-5616 savear@gmail.com Fri., 9:45-11:45 AM, AFC/Studios 1 & 2 (suspended until further notice)

We will resume dancing when it is deemed safe to do so.

Hula, Jazz and Razzmatazz Artistic Dir. Glory Lamb 805-698-3887 dancingextra@gmail.com Thu., 2-3 PM, Activity Center/Dance Studio

Check the Tipster for future classes and activities, and YouTube/dance exercise and routines to keep us on the ball. Contact Glory by text or email if you wish to be on the contact list. We will convene when it’s safe to do so. In the meantime, get on the list, and keep on movin’.

Line - Sunliners Pres. Barbara Hall 520-603-3990 rainbowsek@icloud.com Membership Lynn Chinnis 540-222-5824 lynn.chinnis@comcast.net scsunliners@gmail.com; www.scovsunliners.wixsite.com/sunliners

Join us April 7 at 2 PM via Zoom for a joint board meeting. We say thank you to the outgoing board, and welcome the new board members for summer 2021. Watch your email for the Zoom invitation. During April, dance practices on Wednesday evenings, Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings will continue to be led by our volunteer leaders. Sign up for all levels of classes through the club’s website. Although dues have been waived for current members for the club year 2021-2022, a membership application is necessary to keep our club’s roster current. If you have not already done so, please fill out and return the application form. It is available on the website. Welcome back to all the members who are returning to the dance floor.

Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Renee Steinmetz scovrandrclub@gmail.com Membership Chair Jon Russell scovrandrclub@gmail.com

The Rock and Roll Club’s next dance will be on Saturday, April 24 from 7-10 PM. It will be held outdoors in the parking lot in front of the Posse Shack. Tickets will be $5 pp for members and $10 pp for nonmembers. Five Way Street will be the band for the evening. Look for an email with additional information about the dance.

Western - Kactus Kickers Pres. Bob and Sue Newman bobnsigrid@icloud.com Membership Marci Gutierrez marci.gutierrez57@gmail.com Activities in Auditorium and outside

We had a good time in the two-step and swing dance classes. We held an indoor end-of-class dance in February for everyone in the classes. We have outdoor dances planned for Friday, April 23 and Thursday, May 13, in the AFC parking lot. Watch your email for updates, and keep practicing with the Kactus Kickers YouTube videos.

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Exercise Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 520-818-9073 Irmel Wheeler 520-334-0957 (cell) irmel5596@gmail.com Tue., Thu., Sat., 8 AM, AFC/Pool

Aqua Tone is a toning water workout that incorporates a variety of rhythmic body movements performed in the water. This aquatic exercise class enhances cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. We meet Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9 AM in the winter, 8 AM in the summer, at the AFC pool. There is no fee to join the club or the class. The teachers are club member volunteers. Being able to do a basic swim stroke is very helpful. Items used in the class are buoys, boards, noodles, balls and a fitness band (you’ll need to bring your own). A band can be purchased from Marcia for $5. We assign an experienced member to a newcomer to help with learning the various movements. You will get a good workout in a fun class.

Arthritis Water Pres. Sherry Olivier sherryolivier55@gmail.com Sec. Joy Sawyer joymaesawyer@comcast.net Mon., Wed., Fri., 1 PM, Oct.-Apr.; 10 AM, May-Sep., AFC/Pool

Have COVID restrictions decreased your movement and mobility? Our club is getting back into the swing of things and performs 45-minute gentle water exercises designed by the Arthritis Foundation to help with balance and range of motion. These are great for those of us with arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced joints, etc. Although the showers are still closed at the time of this article’s submission, we are thankful that the pool has remained open, and the restroom facilities are open again. Please note: The outside air temperature must be 77 degrees or higher for the class to be held. Masks are not worn in the pool, but are necessary when waiting in line for entry. Social distancing is always practiced.

Energetic Exercise Donna Clark 970-946-1048 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-9 AM, Auditorium

You’ll love the way you feel after a good, healthy workout with the friendly folks who gather for Energetic Exercise. Professional instructor, Sally Martinez, has been leading these classes for over 25 years. She is much-loved and respected for the fun and helpful variety of ways she gets us seniors moving. A combination of aerobic/cardio, weight workouts and stretch moves gives us greater strength, endurance, balance and flexibility–all qualities we need to do all the other activities we enjoy. Following the COVID directives now in effect, only 30 are allowed to attend. We are now using SignUpGenius for class registration. Each month members will receive an email with a link to sign up for classes. No late arrivals. We start promptly at 8 AM. Masks worn at all times. Bring exercise equipment for the day and a bottle of water in a small bag please. Unfortunately, we can’t have new members or guests at this time. Resident members only. Unused tickets may be used. New 12-punch cards will be for sale after each class for $30 paid by check or cash (exact amount).

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Fitness Swim Contact: Dave Goodman goodman@sfu.ca Tue., Thu., Sat., 6:45-8 AM, AFC pool (suspended until futher notice)

The Fitness Swim Club provides a vehicle for swimmers to participate in a group swim workout. We generally go 2,400 to 3,000 yards per workout, mostly freestyle. Some do more, a few do less. Workouts are suitable for master swimmers, triathletes and those who would just like to participate in swim workouts. Please ensure you have medical clearance to participate in vigorous physical activity prior to joining. We welcome new members.

Pilates Mary Ayers 520-638-7916 scov.pilates@gmail.com Mon., 3 PM, Thu., 1:30 PM, AFC/Studio

To get the full benefits of Pilates a person should understand the basic principles. This may take a little time and patience as the exercises you perform may be different from others you are familiar with, but they are fun, interesting and challenging. Pilates can even become addictive. It teaches us proper balance, breathing, how to focus on your core (your abdomen and back muscles) and movement control. The constant movement from one exercise to another results in your developing more strength and stamina. Even posture is improved. The spine lengthens and joint flexibility and mobility increase. SCOV has two experienced instructors who teach mat Pilates classes, and they modify many of the moves for us, if necessary. The cost is only $8/class and annual club dues are $20 pp. Please stop by and watch a class. Call Mary.

Tai Chi Co-chairs Alice Hutchison 520-329-8090 ahutchison87@gmail.com Cynthia Chaffee 520-342-6437 cynthiachaffee@mac.com Thu., 10-11 AM, AFC/Studio 1

Due to COVID-19 space restrictions, the current series of tai chi classes is limited in size and is full. We expect our next classes will resume in October. For further information contact co-chairs Alice Hutchison or Cynthia Chaffee.

Yoga Pres. Jan Wholey 520-638-7088 suncityyoga2018@gmail.com

There are two in-person weekly yoga classes. Torrey’s Tuesday yoga class is 10:45-11:45 AM, AFC 1 & 2. Her chair yoga is on Thursdays, 10:45-11:45 AM, Hopi Room. Class fee is $10, cash, no change given. Masks must be worn during class. Bring your own equipment. Sign up with SignUpGenius. Instructors are also teaching via Zoom and You Tube: Maria: info@mariaalive.com Leah: yogawithleahhood@gmail.com Torrey: radiantwithtorrey@gmail.com

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Games

Canasta Marge Allen 520-279-0270 margbill7@gmail.com Wed., 6-8 PM, Activity Center/Hopi

Canasta will resume when it is safe to do so.

Bridge Duplicate Bridge

Pres. Dave Hablewitz 520-989-0486 hkrisdave@opusnet.com Mon., 6 PM, Fri., 12:30 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

We are playing at our regular times: Monday night at 6 PM and Friday afternoon at 12:30 PM. We are following all safety protocols and are limited to six well-spaced tables, so wear your mask, bring water and come early. If you need a partner, give us a call. Ladies Monday Social Bridge

Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452 and2@olypen.com Mon., 1-3:30 PM, Activity Center/Hohokam

Monday afternoon bridge is canceled until further notice. Stay well. Marathon Bridge

Dave Johnson 520-825-6994 dpjohn@aol.com

Due to pandemic concerns, Marathon Bridge will not be active in the 2020-2021 season. We plan to be active again in the 2021-2022 season. Hope to see you next year; stay safe and stay well. Mixed Social Bridge

Pres. Don Wheeler 520-334-7578 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Our games at Desert Oasis are still suspended, and we don’t know when play will resume. Until then, several of us are playing online with an audio/visual application. For more information, call Don or email don8359@gmail.com. Partners Tuesday Night Bridge

Pres. Owen Reese, VP Adele Reese, Sec. Judy Bjorling 520-818-1296 Tue., 6:30 PM, Activity Center/Navajo/Hohokam We are postponed until further notice. Practice Bridge

Pres. Robert Carlson 612-850-9005, Barbara Fransdal 520-310-7549 Mon. and Wed., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis. Ocotillo Room

We play for fun; relearn old skills and develop new ones. Sometimes we even keep score. We learn from each other. Wednesday Afternoon Bridge

Pres. Phyllis Quist 520-354-2356, VP Janelle Parks 319-310-4759 Wed., 1 PM, Activity Center/Navajo

Wednesday afternoon bridge is canceled until further notice. Everyone stay safe.

Bunco Fern Strandskov 520-825-8127 Fourth Tue., 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

The Bunco Club has started up again on the fourth Tuesday of the month, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro. Please join us. There is a $2 entrance fee which is divided between the winners. We can promise you a fun afternoon. Mark your calendar and give it a try. Hope to see you there.

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Chess Mary Lee Fitzgerald fitzgerald.marylee@gmail.com Sun., Apr. 11 and Apr. 25, 2 PM, Catalina Vista patio

The newly organized Chess Club is temporarily meeting on the patio of Catalina Vista on the following Sunday afternoons: April 11 and April 25 at 2 PM. We will be offering beginning instruction as well as regular chess play for experienced players. If you would like additional information about participation, send questions to Mary Lee. Equipment will be provided as well as games for all levels of play. Please wear masks; sanitizers will be available on all tables.

Cribbage Robert Hines 520-825-2208 Mobile 520-240-1375 First and Third Thu., 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

We look forward to seeing you when facilities reopen. New members are welcome. Come join the fun.

Euchre Judee and Art Wickersham 520-989-3254 Becky and Kevin Reiley 815-631-0788 Bonnie and Wayne Klenda 509-548-5315 Mon., Meet 5:45 PM, Play 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Many of us have been getting vaccinated, so we are hoping that Desert Oasis will be opening to play with four at a card table. Hopefully, this summer we can work out any kinks and be ready for all the returning winter folks for full Euchre play. Stay healthy.

Five Crowns Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Sat., 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo www.scov5crowns.weebly.com

There is a change in the time for Five Crowns, now starting at 1 PM Saturdays. This frees up your Saturday evenings for other things as you have requested. I hope we will see our old friends again.

Gin Rummy Keith Jacoby 209-822-1742 or Sue Lilja 802-236-0150 Thu. and Sat., 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We love to welcome new members. Team gin rummy is a fun game and easy to learn. Good people and good times. Give us a try, very low stakes. If you are interested in joining our group, or you would like to learn to play gin rummy, contact Sue Lilja or Bob Segebrecht 520-825-5480.

Mah Jongg Joyce Unger 520-825-8069 Thu., 1 PM, Desert Oasis

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Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Rosemary Dalla Rosa 520-825-1982 Mon., Fri., 1-4 PM, Wed., 9 AM-12:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

We will resume Panguingue when it is considered safe to do so.

Pinochle Dave Flatness 425-443-3708 Wed., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands. Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. If your skills are a little rusty, we can get you up to speed quickly. Annual dues, $5 pp.

Poker Dealer’s Choice Poker

Steve Dirks 520-429-3303 stevenkdirks@gmail.com Tue., 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Our game is open to all SCOV residents. Games: Texas hold’em, crazy pineapple, Omaha, seven-card stud, crisscross, slide-rule and a couple of five-card draw variations. The dealer antes 25¢. All games are high-low except for Texas hold ’em and crazy pineapple which are high only. Stakes are 25¢ for the early round of bets and 50¢ for the last two rounds. Contact Steve Dirks for a Word document with the full club rules and a detailed description of the games. Men’s Friday Poker

Joe Bonitch 520-329-1149 joe@joebmail.com Fri., 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro

Our club is on hiatus until we can play safely under COVID-19 protocols. Check the SCOV website for up-to-date information.

Scrabble Jan Fischer 520-825-2401 fischer_janice@comcast.net Fri., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis

The artist, Andy Warhol, once stated, “They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.” Our community, together with the rest of the world, has traversed through one of the worst times in current history, and it finally appears that we are coming out the other side of the bad times. With the vaccines, the feeling that we have survived seems to inspire hope for the future. Hopefully, you have received your first or second vaccine shot and are ready to start your life again. The Scrabble Club has suffered along with the rest of our community and seems to have survived for the time being. We hope that old members will return and new members will come for a visit and possibly decide to keep coming. If there are concerns about safety, please know that there are masks, sanitizer, your temperature will be taken, and rubber gloves provided before entering the Scrabble area. Our game boards and letter tiles are sanitized before and after each use. Please stop by if you have questions or just want to socialize or meet new people. We play each Friday from 1-3 PM. Looking forward to seeing you.

Sheepshead - Schafkopf Jeff Rusch 920-202-0007 jffrusch@yahoo.com Tue., 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

Schafkopf, better known as Sheepshead, is a card game most commonly played in Wisconsin and surrounding midwest states. If you are interested in joining us, contact Jeff for more information. At this time, drop-ins are not allowed due to the current COVID restrictions.

Music Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 520-818-6509 mmoyerpp@gmail.com Mon., 10:30 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista patio (Desert Oasis if too cold. Call monitor to confirm location.) 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 happy, fun, mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just 1.5 hours every Monday morning. Great way to start each week. We’ll be following SCOV COVID-19 protocols: masks, distancing and outdoors when possible. Music is provided. Call Mike, or watch your email for the latest information.

Different Drummers Women’s Circle Zona Boss 520-638-6644, Colleen Cottrell 520-825-8393 Wed., 1:30-3 PM, 2338 E. Montrose Canyon Dr.

Our meetings have been suspended until further notice due to the COVID virus. Remember, you have your computer with many websites with djembes. This will allow you to drum and keep the rhythm. COVID rules and regulations change periodically so look for emails from Zona advising of new events. The Different Drummers Women’s Circle provides a community drum circle for any woman wanting to connect with others through hand drumming using African Djembe drums, hand-held Native American frame drums and other small percussion. Drums and instruments are provided for guests. People worldwide for centuries have used group drumming to energize minds and bodies, strengthen community bonds, release stress and celebrate life.

Early Music Recorder Ensemble Joyce Minks 520-825-0642 minkster42@comcast.net Tue., 12:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pusch Ridge

Tired of working jigsaw puzzles? Used to play the clarinet or sax? Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble? Have fun playing in a group with soprano, alto, tenor and bass recorders. Music is provided. Don’t have a recorder? We have some instruments if you need one. For one hour every Tuesday, let’s make music together–safely. Eight to ten feet apart works fine.

Sun City Singers Pres. Bob Westendorf 619-571-1040 rewestendorf@live.com Director Don Hess 520-444-2206 Rehearsals Tue., 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium The Singers will resume rehearsing when it is safe to do so.

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Ukulele - Sun City Strummers Pres. Kathy Mashburn 435-790-4481 kathyp638@gmail.com Musical Director Don Bong Tue., 10-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Saguaro www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele

In this time of coronavirus, the Ukulele Club members are continuing to meet in numbers of ten or less and experiencing social distancing while wearing face masks. The group meets on Tuesdays, 10-11:30 AM, and will continue to do so until further directions from the local authorities and SCOV Administration allow greater participation.

Sports Bike - Vistoso Cyclists Pres. Lynn Lamb 913-915-4676 Lambuilt@AOL.com, VP Ron Wheeler 801-791-2903 ourwildplaces@gmail.com, E-Bikes, Mike Hulett 218-443-3203 Mike.e.hulett@gmail.com Membership Tom and Bonnie Bethea 773-680-7228 Group rides: Mon., Wed., Fri., 1200 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. www.vistosocyclists.wildapricot.org

Vistoso Cyclists Club has over 200 members. We ride year-round to preplanned destinations in Tucson and surrounding cities. We use both city streets, the Loop Trail and other designated bike trails. Occasional away rides start from a distant location. Weekly, a mountain bike option takes a few of us to the Tortolita rangelands, containing some of the highest-rated singletrack bike trails in the nation. Our group-ride options are from 25 to 50+ miles. We always take time for coffee and conversation somewhere on these rides. Our Women on Wheels (WOW) group has its own agenda providing routes of 12 to 30+ miles. Our club sponsors social events, participates in Wheels for Kids and supports Interfaith Community Services Food Bank. If you are a resident and love to ride your bike, check out our website, or call one of us.

Billiards Pres. Michael Rittmann 720-427-7235 mrittmann@yahoo.com Mon.-Fri., Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

As we enter spring and most of us will be vaccinated, we expect to see more activity in the Billiards Room. Many former members have not renewed their dues, so please remember to do so if and when you plan to resume your normal activities. As always, we welcome new members at all times. Meanwhile, please remember to abide by all SCOV’s COVID protocols.

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Birders Group Peggy Smith 520-344-0991 pdsaz@aol.com www.scovbirding.wix.com/birdersgroup Next meeting Fri., Apr. 30, 4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Spring is the time of year we see the colorful Bullock’s Orioles hanging around SCOV. Similar in looks to the Hooded Oriole (also in SCOV) it is a summertime visitor to the western U.S.A. as far north as Steve Holmes photo. the Canadian border. While it also eats caterpillars and insects, it loves nectar and fruit and will sometimes go for the hummingbird feeders. The male (shown) is the more colorful, the female being mostly light yellow in color. We are an activity-oriented group, and all SCOV residents are invited to join us and learn more about the birds in Arizona. Below is a list of upcoming bird outings. If you are interested in going on any of these field trips, be sure to contact the trip coordinator at least three days in advance for further details. Times listed are departure times from the back of the Welcome Center. • Thursday, April 8, 6 AM, Madera Canyon, Barbara Gates, bgates@udel.edu • Tuesday, April 13, 6 AM, San Pedro House, Mary Faith Fox, maryfaith.fox@gmail.com • Wednesday, April 21, 6:30 AM, Tubac/Santa Gertrudis Lane, Peggy Smith, peggy@buteos.net • Thursday, April 29, 6:30 AM, Peppersauce Canyon, Mona Connoy, mjconnoy@gmail.com • Tuesday, May 4, 6:30 AM, Mt Lemmon, Mike Welch, manddwelch@comcast.net

Bocce Pam Speck speckyp@gmail.com www.scovbocce.weebly.com Mon., Wed., Fri., 1 PM and 3 PM, Bocce Courts Enjoy our nice April weather with the Bocce Club. We have over 170 members, and new folks are welcome to join. No experience is required, and anyone who can pick up and roll a ball can play. You may play one time prior to joining to see if you like it. A membership form is on the club website under Club Info. Until further notice, players are expected to follow the COVID-19 guidelines set forth on the website.

Gun Club Bill Snead 425-246-8100 wgsnead@gmail.com Dec. meeting Tue., Dec. 8, 2 PM, Activity Center/Kiva Patio

Meetings of the Gun Club are suspended until it is safe to gather in our indoor meeting room. In the meantime, please consider making use of the Pima Pistol Club (not affiliated with our Gun Club) in Catalina, which is an excellent facility for keeping up your skills.

Hiking Pres. Georgene Porter gvporter@live.com Scheduled hikes are posted on the website www.scovhiking.org

Hello hikers. As we all know, by April it starts getting warm, so expect hikes to start earlier to avoid the heat of the day. As always, plan ahead, sign up for the hikes early and have fun. The warm weather also means snakes will be active, so be safe out there. If you are new to SCOV and want to join this active group, instructions on how to join are on our website. What kind of jacket do you wear on a hike? A trail blazer.

Members who received some of the 27 mileage awards given last month.

Horseshoes Ray Coleman 520-825-2789 Ron Knudson 520-825-9307 Tom Calder 520-730-6345 tom@tomcalder.com Oct.-Apr., Tue., Thu., 2 PM The Pits at Catalina Vista

Hello fun. Welcome men and women. No experience necessary. Bring your own equipment. Easy to learn and the more you play, the better you get. Did you know seniors 70 and older pitch from a shorter distance with less effort and more accuracy? The shorter distance also makes the game more fun for women. YouTube has several videos of everything related to horseshoes. Check it out. Good exercise, good people and friendly competition.

Pickleball Pres. Tony Masterjohn tmasterjohn15@gmail.com VP Training Doug Brown wizisland@comcast.net Sun.-Sat., 8 AM-9 PM www.scovpb.org

This past October, the SCOV Pickleball Club introduced a new format to its members, the ladder. This new format is designed to create competiMembers playing Ladder on all five courts. tive games with players of like skills. To date, we have had 83 members participate. Here is how the ladder works: Each court will have 4-5 players.

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Players will play one game with everyone. Scores will be recorded on a score a sheet and totaled once a set of games is completed. The low score person will move down to the next court and the high score person will move up one court. New court assignments will play another set of games. Ladder play is Sunday mornings. Members who would like to play for the upcoming week should send an email to Bill Brown at bdbrownbaseball@gmail.com by Noon Saturday. Play is not required every week.

POP Tennis Pres. Brian Goff 520-825-7232 bwgoff@outlook.com VP Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 kennesk@comcast.net Tues., Thu., Sat., 8:30-10:30 AM

April is always a great month in Oro Valley, with early sunrises and warm spring days. We will be moving back to an earlier (7 AM) start time for club play beginning May 1 to avoid the heat. Many of our seasonal residents will be packing up and heading President Brian Goff presents outgoing VP Barb Satterly north in the with a plague and trophy for bringing Pop Tennis to SCOV. near future, and we want to wish them safe travels and a great summer. If you’re interested in checking out the game of Pop Tennis, stop over on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday between 8:3010:30 AM to give it a try.

Racquetball Pres. Jerry Moss 360-772-0780 VP Brent Stewart 210-324-0178 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-11 AM, AFC/Racquetball Court

We look forward to playing and getting together for stories and laughs. Stay safe everyone.

Table Tennis Co-chairs Pat Norkooli 719-650-9787 patricia.norkooli@live.com Megan Jacoby 949-697-4665 cobymeg@gmail.com Catalina Vista

We are looking forward to resuming our normal mode of operation. In the meantime, we need to observe safety measures set by management as follows: Use sanitizer provided at the entry before playing. Wear masks while in the building and during play time. Maintain at least six feet distance from other players. Play singles only, no doubles. Play is limited to club members and residents at this time. Schedule Tue. 1:30-5:30 PM men/women club play Thu. 3:30-5:30 PM men/women club play Fri. 2-5 PM men/women open play Sat. 9 AM-Noon men/women club play (only 2 tables available) Sun. 9 AM-5:30 PM men/women club play (let monitor know at least one hour in advance)

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Tennis Pres. Ron Martin 520-395-0608 martin.ron.16@comcast.net Treas. Sherwin Koopmans 520-818-6337 Men’s tennis, Tue., Thu., Sat., 8-Noon, Jim Benshoof 612-799-5918 Ladies’ tennis, Mon., Wed., Fri., 9 AM-Noon, Anita Gayheart 360-949-3452, Beverly Johnston 970-744-0697 Mixed doubles, Sun., 1-3 PM, Susan Hernandez 310-433-7474

Extensive tennis play continues, including during scheduled men’s and women’s times and at other days and times. Though most members now have received their full A classic backhand shot by Lynne. COVID vaccinations, safety precautions like mask wearing at times when people assemble and social distancing still are being taken. Club members very much are looking forward to the fall, when normal social activities and club tournaments likely will resume. We are proud to announce through a club donation and generous contributions from members that a total of $1,520 was raised for the SCOV Seniors for Kids Club. This club provides wonderful toys and sewn items for children in our area. All SCOV residents are welcome to use our outstanding tennis courts. If you have questions about our club or would like to join, send an email to Ron Martin.

Wallyball Pres. Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com VP Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Treas./Sec. Chris Baird 520-344-9170 cbaird6224@gmail.com Competitive Tue., Recreational Fri., setup 12:45 PM, play 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Ct. www.wallyball.us

one of our scheduled playing days and see if this is a game you might enjoy. Sometimes we have pickup and evening games. We can also give lessons. Hopefully sometime in the near future we can start playing again. Contact one of our officers for more information.

Water Volleyball Pres. Barb Satterly 520-825-8965 craftylady838@aol.com Co-VP Sharon Kennedy 206-786-4211 kennesk@comcast.net Co-VP Walt Nalewicki 520-818-9590 wnalewi@gmail.com Treas. John Lesko azjl1946@gmail.com Casual play Sun., Thu., 1-3 PM; Advanced play Mon., 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis

Good news for our Water Volleyball Club is that we were allowed to add four more players to our games each play day. That doesn’t sound like much, but it is to us. We thank Administration for allowing us to move forward. Spring is around the Paco’s got it! corner. We hope this will bring a new beginning where we can once again enjoy full participation in all our activities. Too soon our seasonal residents will be leaving us for cooler climates. We wish them well and a safe summer. Ours is a game that can give you a good workout, enhance agility and provide a lively atmosphere no matter your ability. Contact us and give it a try. We’ll fit you into the next weekly schedule.

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Day Trippers Chair Laura Suchocki 520-612-7226 Membership Laura and Tom Held 520-447-5170 Second Fri., 9 AM, Activity Center/Navajo

While we’re not quite up to speed yet, we do plan to continue having our monthly membership meetings, with limitations. Keep watching “This Week in SCOV” for updates and more information.

RV Club - Sundowners Pres. John McConnaughey 503-580-2465 Captain.Faisua@gmail.com VP Eric Wiley, 360-510-1641, w.eric.wiley@gmail.com www.sundownersrvclub.org Membership meetings second Mon., 9 AM

This is a file picture from 2020 (pre-COVID). This month we would like to introduce some of our players. Pictured from left to right: Walt, Joe, Big Jim, Chris, Bob, Janell, Tom, Don, Larry and Jim. Most of these players play Recreational and Competitive. The club has 25 members at this moment. We have great camaraderie with lots of fun and laughs. Wallyball is volleyball played in the AFC Racquetball Court. This is a game where you can use the side walls during volleys. When the Wallyball Court reopens, stop by on

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The RV Club will continue to have regular monthly meetings via Zoom. Please check your emails for the Zoom link. During the March Zoom meeting, election of officers was held. Elected for two year terms were Pres., John McConnaughey; Treas., Ronna Heinig; and Social Coordinators, Mary Barr and Kathy Mashburn. Please thank these individuals for stepping forward to serve the club. Our annual outdoor outing to Catalina State Park is a go and happening on Tuesday, April 13. For COVID safety, it will be a catered dinner (Dickey’s BBQ) with entertainment included. Overnight dry camping is available. Sign-up is required on the website if you wish to Patagonia State Park potluck, February 2020 (pre-COVID). attend.

The fall 2021/spring 2022 proposed trips schedule is posted on the website; please sign-up for those trips you are interested in joining.

Partnered Organizations The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations. SCOV does not sponsor, support, assume responsibility or liability for the information. Due to COVID-19, many groups are not currently meeting. See website for up-to-date information and confirm with the organization’s leader.

AA Kevin D. 708-732-2943 kjd728@aol.com, Meetings suspended until further notice Alzheimer’s Education and Support Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639 Last Tue., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo (suspended until futher notice)

Whether you are a caregiver, a person with mild cognitive loss, or at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease, our mission is to support one another by sharing new ideas through the advancement of research, to provide support for all affected by sharing ideas and concerns and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Cancer Support Facilitator: Laura Held 520-447-5170 lmheld@comcast.net First Wed., 4:15-5:15 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

The focus of this group is on your feelings and responses to pre-cancer, current and post-cancer. Laura M. Held, a retired oncology nurse, cancer survivor and SCOV resident, facilitates the group.

Caregivers’ Support Facilitator: Jane Holder 520-820-0171 janeyholderaz@gmail.com First and Third Fri., 2-3 PM, Catalina Vista (suspended until futher notice)

If you are caring for a partner, child, parent or any other loved one, this support group will allow you to share with other like-minded people in a safe environment. What is said in this group, stays with this group.

Diabetes Support Facilitator: Bill Bable 520-639-8845 Wcbcfp33@gmail.com First Mon., 3:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Mt. Lemmon

Our members are part of a COVID-19 high-risk category. Please take this seriously and practice all the CDC guidelines of face covering in public areas, hand washing and social distancing. Our monthly meetings are suspended indefinitely. An announcement will be made when meetings resume.

Grief Recovery and Support Rita Menet, Chairperson of the Active Health Committee 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Meetings suspended until further notice

Grief has many causes. It may be from the loss of a loved one, a pet, a career, etc. No matter what the cause of grief and loss, support by a group can be a key to recovery. This

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support group is suspended at this time. We are looking for a new facilitator of this group. No professional credentials are required, but previous experience in leading a vital group like this is desirable. If interested, please contact Rita Menet.

Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 520-825-5352 bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wed., Sep.-May, 10:30 AM-Noon, Desert Springs, 30 W. Lambert Lane

Caregivers and/or people with Parkinson's are welcome to attend. We have speakers at most meetings with topics of interest. "I have Parkinson's, but Parkinson's doesn't have me."

Survivors of a Loved One Who Died By Suicide Contact Ester Leutenberg 520-818-0016 ester36@gmail.com

Survivors of a loved one who died by suicide have unique grief issues and struggles. It is helpful to talk with others who understand.

Vistoso Helpful Hands Dispatcher 520-447-0077 Barb McNeill bjmac68@gmail.com

Our services during COVID are still limited, but we want to help you with short-term needs, while keeping our volunteers safe. If you need assistance, call 520-447-0077. Leave your name and number, if we cannot immediately answer. A dispatcher will call you back. Our paid services referral file includes independent/assisted living finders, home care services, transportation options, hospice services and much more. Sun Shuttle dial-aride provides transport to/from drop-off locations for vaccine shots, in addition to other places throughout the Tucson metro area for free during COVID. You must register before your transport date: 520-449-4990.

Wheels for Kids Tom Terfehr 520-789-7243 www.azwfk.org

Do you remember your first bike? Wheels for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing rehabbed bicycles to children and families in need in the Tucson area. To date, we have donated 3,000 bikes to local nonprofits who distribute the bikes to their clients. Some of our partner organizations include Refugee Focus, Boys and Girls Club of Tucson, Children’s Advocacy Center, Casa de los Niños, Ronald McDonald House and Youth On Their Own. Wheels for Kids is an all-volunteer effort, and we are always happy to welcome new people to our team. If you are interested in learning more, please visit our website or call Tom Terfehr. Help kids experience the same joy you had when you got your first bike.

YOTO/Northwest Auxiliary Kris Cohen 520-818-2582 krisandearl@msn.com

“YOTO gave me guidance on who to contact after high school and all the options and scholarships I had available for me. They are a great resource for kids in need!” –Alexandra, 2020 YOTO graduate Provide Youth On Their Own (YOTO) students an opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency, stability and success at no cost through the AZ Charitable Tax Credit, a dollar-for-dollar charitable contribution you give to 501(c) (3) organizations. Take $400/$800 in tax credit individually/jointly on Arizona state income taxes. Simply make a gift before April 15, 2021, complete state form 321 and include with your state tax return. YOTO’s QCO Code is 20365.

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Extended Community American Legion Oro Valley Post 132 We are local veterans making a difference in the lives of veterans and service members in need. Help us to help them by joining your local Post. You too can make a difference. Your membership also adds to our collective voice on important issues. Contact: Steve Didio 520-219-9997 or ovpost132@gmail.com. We meet the third Thursday at 6:30 PM, September-June, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley.

Sr. Jose Women’s Center Please join us on Sunday, May 2, for an online auction event honoring mothers and strong women with proceeds going to assist woman experiencing homelessness in Tucson. As we get closer to May 2, there will be a link to access the auction site to register: www.srjosewomenshelter.org. Tucson Toastmasters Improve your speaking and leadership skills in a fun and safe environment. Meetings are Tuesdays, Noon1 PM, virtual via WebEx for now. Email to receive login info. When in-person meetings resume, location is Texas Instruments building, 5411 E. Williams Center, Tucson. Contact Deb Ramsey 520-545-0587 dramsey@yoto.org. Website https://7381.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Can you count the sandhill cranes that Larry Best photographed at Whitewater Draw in January?

For a few weeks in the early spring you may see crane flies in large numbers. This one was photographed in 2020 by Steve Holmes on a Parry’s penstemon plant. “Javelinas Surrounding Me!” by Donna Randolph.

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Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook Resident-submitted photos.

Janie Johnson Russell snapped this roadrunner on her way to the mailbox.

Desert chicory with bud. Steve Holmes photo.

Sheryl Hester photographed this javelina family.

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Classifieds

The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by SCOV Community Association, Inc. SCOV assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.

BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; BBQ=Barbecue; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; FR=Family Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; FP=Fireplace; S/S=Stainless Steel; WiFi=Wireless Internet Service. Classified Advertising $10/ad • Deadline 10th of the Month. WANTED TO BUY: Residence in Sun City with spectacular mountain views. Will pay cash. Contact 609-218-7470 or email smebel@verizon.net. WANTED TO RENT: Looking for a house rental in SCOV. I am a past SCOV renter and love the area. Would like 2 BR/2 BA. Mountain view or arroyo location. Jan. -May 2022. Please contact me by email judycuster@msn.com. FOR RENT: Available beginning May 1, 2021; fully firnished home with a view. King in master, front and back patios. Optional use of a golf car at additional cost. For pictures and pricing, call Jan at 636-357-8817 or email janostrander2013@ gmail.com. FOR RENT: Popular expanded 1,573 sq. ft. Silvercreek model, 2BR/2BA. Open floor plan with tile and carpet, ceiling fan in every room. Fully furnished, king in master, queen in guest, reclining couch in living room, smart TV. Includes all utilities, WiFi, cable, W/D, BBQ on covered patio with ceiling fan. Fully enclosed back yard. N/S, N/P. Available Apr. through Dec. 2021. Email dixie14495@gmail.com or call 636-544-1706. FOR RENT: 14461 N. Sky Trail, 2 BR/2 BA, new S/S appliances, paint, carpet and tile. Owner pays utilities, cable, WiFi. Tastefully furnished and equipped. Small pet friendly, N/S, 30-day min. lease. Email craigramey50@yahoo.com, call Craig or Mary 520-271-5814. Please use this link for pictures, rates, reservation calendars and other information: https://goo.gl/DNxrjz FOR RENT: Available May. Open, bright, beautifully furnished Claridge home on former model home street (Pima Spring Way). 3 BR (king, queen, twin), 2 BA, den, garage/workbench. Mountain views front and back with courtyard, private enclosed southern backyard with hot tub/pool, covered patio. Citrus trees. HDTV/WiFi. Please call Cindy 520-955-3028. Photos available. FOR RENT: Fully furnished and nicely decorated 1,563 sq. ft. home available Apr. through Sep. 2021. Open floor plan, 2 BR/2 BA, covered private patio w/BBQ. TV in living room and master bedroom, W/D, WiFi, computer and printer. All utilities included. Contact us at 303-408-1983. N/S. Sorry, N/P. FOR RENT: 14061 North Desert Butte Dr., expanded Santa Cruz model. Short or long term available Apr. 15. Beautiful home fully furnished on quiet street, open and bright living space. 2 split BR, king and queen; 2 fully remodeled BA. Covered patio, N/S, N/P. Contact Gene 720-935-5521. FOR RENT: Available May 1, fully furnished 2 BR/2 BA expanded, open floor plan with spectacular mountain views from master BR, TV room and kitchen. Large backyard facing the mountains and golf course with pool, hot tub and BBQ. WiFi and cable included. Pet friendly. Call Jill 520-906-7653 for photos and any further questions. HOUSE WATCH: Jay’s Home Watch with TLC, “I’ll watch your home when you’re not.” I will check on your home regularly, water indoor plants, bring in mail, newspapers and packages, contact your handy person, landscaper, irrigation person, etc., if needed and take care of any emergencies that arise. I will email you with an update each time I visit your home. Jay Leutenberg, all-year resident. Call 520-818-0016, email jayleu35@gmail.com.

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HOME WATCH: Karl’s Home Watch Service is committed to keeping a watchful eye on your home while you’re away. Karl, a Sun City Facilities monitor and full-time Sun City resident, will inspect your home’s interior and exterior for signs of problems with plumbing, irrigation, A/C, roof and more. Karl Leiderman, 520-406-8894, email: KHWS.Karl@gmail.com. HOME CAREGIVER: Senior couple looking to act as a caregiver for home and property. Willing to also pay rent from Apr. 30 to Oct. 31. Harold Whitesel 520-4069750 email H.Whitesel42@gmail.com. PET SITTER in your home. 30+ years experience here in SCOV. Security for your home. Reasonable rates. Dogs, cats, birds and fish. Water plants, pick up mail, walk dogs. References available. Please call or text Joanne Mead at 805-796-9249. Leave message and I will return call ASAP. DOG WALKING: Will walk your dog since mine has passed on. Call Helen at 520-906-4776. BUYING: A curious collector would like to buy watches, old photos, war relics, 19th and 20th century family and estate items, antiques, jewelry, coins, silver and much more. Anything unusual or nostalgic. I like to look and love to buy. Exceptional prices paid. 520-529-2984.

Linda S. Tucker, Attorney Wills • Probate • Trusts

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Enjoy Easter Dinner at The Views Restaurant Sunday, April 4 Served 11 AM – 7 PM

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