2012 December Tipster by Sun City Oro Valley Community Association

Tipster

December 2012

Sun City OroValley It’s More Than Living...It’s a Lifestyle!

Combined Study Session and BOD Meeting Thursday, December 13, 9 AM Vistoso Center, Apache Association Committees............4 Association News........................3 Café Specials............................ .11 Celebrations & Life Events...........14 Classified...................................32 Clubs...........................................14 Coming Events......................... .11 Extended Community................31 For Your Information.................13 Golf...............................................9 Hours of Operation......................2 Memoriam..................................14 Partnered Organizations...........30 Sun City Vistoso Foundation...10 Thank You Corner......................14 Workshops and Classes...........12

Happy Holidays! Photo collage by Chris Richard Mountain Snow photo by Steve Taillie Blooming Cactus by Janie Johnson Russell

www.scovaz.com

Sun City OroValley

Tipster Published monthly by Sun City Oro Valley 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Oro Valley, AZ 85755 520-825-3711

Board of Directors Robert Hefner, rjh1458@gmail.com..............................................................................President Ruth Gitzendanner, gitzcpa@comcast.net......................................................... Vice President George Williams, newilliams77@msn.com.................................................................Secretary Dick Brammell, dbrammell@corwinappraisal.com..................................................Treasurer Janice Fischer, fischer_janice@comcast.net................................................................. Director Lou Gard, lougard@q.com................................................................................................. Director Steve Knapp, sknappscv@gmail.com............................................................................. Director

Hours

Operation

Administration Office...............825-3711 ext 120 Mon.-Fri......................................................................... 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

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

Sun.- Sat................................................................................. 7 AM-6 PM Recording of daily Café specials...................................825-3711 ext 205 Reservations............................................................................. 825-3277

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

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

Community Assistance - Loan Room

Telephone Reservations........................ 917-8052 and 825-3711 ext 128 Mon., Wed. and Fri. ......................................................................8-9 AM Reservations and Pick Up, Cart Barn/Loan Room Tues. and Thu. .............................................................................8-9 AM

Community Services............10 AM-Noon...917-8058 Consumer Referral................................917-8079

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

Costume Closet Call for appointment.........818-3516 Bob Mariani, bmariani@scovaz.com.........................................General Manager, 917-8080 Desert Oasis..........................................825-0495 Management Team

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

Support Team

Jim Cundiff, jcundiff@scovaz.com........................................ Community Services, 917-8058 Lonnie Davis, ldavis@scovaz.com.............................................. Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073 Marnie Goodbody, mgoodbody@scovaz.com .......................................Librarian, 917-8064 Kim Green, kgreen@scovaz.com.......................................... Accounting Assistant, 917-8062 Norma Meyers, nmeyers@scovaz.com..................................................... Secretary, 917-8065 Kathy Newman, knewman@scovaz.com.................................. Admin. Specialist, 917-8068 Chris Richard, crichard@scovaz.com...................Communications Coordinator, 917-8069 Coco Sullivan, faccoord@scovaz.com.................................Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072 Social Hall Monitor........................................................................................................... 917-8066 Aquatic & Fitness Center Monitor...................................................................................917-8067

Editor, Layout and Design: Chris Richard Advertising: Norma Meyers and Chris Richard Printing By: AlphaGraphics Tipster Editorial Committee Marge Roetzel....................................Chair Harriet Diss................................... Member Arlene Douglas............................ Member Peggy Gardner............................. Member Glenda Gillespie........................... Member George Holthus............................ Member Dale Knudson............................... Member Sharon Knudson.......................... Member

Karen Koopmans......................... Member Barbara Martucci........................ Member Ann Owen..................................... Member Shirley Peterson........................... Member Louis Phillippi............................... Member Del Salvaterra.............................. Member Mary Ann Stock........................... Member

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

Facilities

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

Pool

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

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

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

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

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

Posse................................. 449-0014 or 449-7970 Pro Shop................................................. 825-3110 Info Line..................................................825-0322 Mon., Fri., Sat., Sun. .................................................................7 AM-5 PM Tue. ..........................................................................................9 AM-5 PM Wed., Thu. ...........................................................................7:30 AM-5 PM Driving Range Hours Mon., Fri., Sat., Sun. ..................................................................7 AM-5PM Tues. .........................................................................................9 AM-3 PM Wed. ....................................................................................7:30 AM-5 PM Thu. .....................................................................................7:30 AM-3 PM

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

Aquatic & Fitness Center Facilities

917-8067

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

Pool

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

Vistoso Center....................................... 825-3711 After-hours Emergencies......................825-1161

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

Association News From The Board of Directors

Our MISSION as the SCOVCA 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. SCOV Board of Directors Election by Lou Gard In February you will be receiving a ballot for the next election for your Board of Directors. There are seven residents on your Board; they are elected for threeyear terms. In a three-year cycle two members are elected the first two years, three members then elected the third year. In 2013 there will be three new Board members elected. There are two committees that support the election process, the Nominating Committee and the Election Committee. The Nominating Committee interviews prospective board members to establish their interest and qualifications. Generally, these people have been active on committees or have other qualifications in their background that lead the Committee to believe they will function as a contributing Board member. The Election Committee is then responsible for preparing candidates for the election process. Any resident may elect to run for the Board after the Nominating Committee’s slate has been selected. They may do so by having 50 residents (one resident per lot) sign a petition, get a written certification of eligibility from our General Manager and fill out a resumé on a form provided by the Board. These three documents must be presented to the Nominating Committee prior to January 11, 2013 in order for their name to be on the ballot. Three Candidate Forums will be held in February over a two-week period. Please watch the Tipster for the scheduled Forum dates and times. Each candidate will hold three coffees sponsored by the SCOV Association where all residents can meet the candidate and ask questions. Supporters of candidates may also have coffees in their homes for the candidates; attendance at these coffees is generally by invitation only. During each Candidate Forum, candidates are given a list of questions by the Election Committee regarding various topics that pertain to SCOV. Everything from our financial condition to philosophical questions regarding the day-to-day running of the Association are asked. All candidates are given the same questions so residents in attendance can compare the knowledge and understanding of each candidate regarding happenings in SCOV. After the prepared questions from the Election Committee, several questions from the audience will be presented to the candidates, as well. It is critical that all residents become familiar with each candidate and what the candidate feels is important for SCOV’s future. I urge you to take the time to go to at least one Candidate Forum; they are enlightenSun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

ing and often quite entertaining. Also, try to understand who the candidate’s supporters are. By doing so it may tell you a lot about the candidate. Are the candidate’s supporters residents that have been active in the past, and have their supporters had a positive impact or influence in SCOV? Some residents may be approached and asked to vote for one candidate only. I, along with a majority of the Board, ask that you resist voting for only one Candidate as it violates both the spirit and intent of our election process. By voting for only one candidate, it skews the election in favor of that candidate and does not do justice to the other candidates who have worked hard to earn your vote. Remember that all of the candidates have put in many hours to understand the issues facing SCOV, and they deserve your consideration. I look forward to seeing all of you at a Candidate Forum in February. General Manager - Bob Mariani

Sun City Oro Valley, What a Great Place Last month, Pam Sarpalius had an article in the Tipster about wonderful comments she received from a nonresident about SCOV. I don’t mean to overstate this subject, yet thought it valuable to provide a perspective from another nonresident and a professional community manager. From my perspective, you don’t live in utopia, but it’s about as close as you can get, especially for the money. As 55 Places.com noted in a recent article, SCOV is one of the top six active adult communities in Arizona for the buck. I fully agree with their assessment and personally think it’s #1. First, SCOV is in a fantastic location, near the hub of the city yet far enough away so as not to be caught in the congestion. Then there are the views and more views everywhere you look. The only thing that gets in the way of the views are the trees, yet, how many desert communities have the lush growth to enjoy as in SCOV. Not only is the location and environment excellent but consider all the amenities. For about $4.30 a day, residents of this community have access to a wide variety of amenities from a Café, to pools, to tennis courts, to pickleball courts and of course, the best golf course around. As a result of having Boards and management over the past 25 years who had foresight, the amenities, with few exceptions such as the fitness center, are up to date, very desirable and well maintained. Granted, no one can claim perfection, and there is always room for improvement regarding maintenance and services for which we are constantly striving. Yet, the goal of this article is not to focus on the current operation or to take credit for the greatness of this community as much as that is a result of the natural environment and long-term sound oversight. The point of this article is to ask you to take a moment to smell the roses and truly appreciate what you have in the home and community in which you live plus to encourage you to invest in SCOV, so that it is a desirable community for generations to come.

OT Spot H Help Out Today!

The HOT Spot is for the purpose of listing help-wanted ads for various Association and Association Committee tasks. The Properties Committee is looking for a few good members who are interested in helping maintain and improve the Association’s physical facilities. Desired qualifications include technical skills (we particularly would like to add an architect), large facility operations background, and an interest in keeping SCOV facilities at the top end of comparable communities. WANTED: Persons willing to lead or facilitate support groups in our community, contact Ester Leutenberg, ester-36@ gmail.com. Persons willing to facilitate or captain a walking group, contact Del Balston, dbalston@earthlink.net. HELP WANTED: The Tipster Editorial Committee is in need of volunteers to serve as an editor of the monthly Tipster. It is helpful to have a strong understanding of grammar and good writing skills. If interested please complete an application at the Vistoso Center. Contact Chris Richard at crichard@scovaz.com.

Association Committees Committee meetings are open and all residents are welcome to attend. Active Health Committee Chair Judy Bjorling 818-1296 http://scovaz.com/committees/activehealth/

Lou Waters told us how we could “turn back our biological clocks” with exercise; the doctors Oro showed us how they had changed their bodies by counting their steps and pledging not to gain weight for one year, and our third presentation by Jyotsna Sahni,M.D. will tell us how to get better sleep. Dr. Sahni is a sleep specialist and an expert in preventive care, women’s health and holistic medicine. Come join us for Sleepy Days, Sleepless Nights Friday, December 7, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo. (See flyer, this Tipster.) There is no charge for this presentation, but with limited seating you must pick up your tickets in the Vistoso Center. Next month’s presentation on Thursday, January 24, 10 AM by Kelly Jackson of the University of Arizona is about diet, Eating Healthy to Remain Healthy. Mark your calendars. Visit our new website: http://scovaz. com/committees/activehealth/

Coffee and Conversation

with the General Manager and a Board Member

Tuesday, December 18, 2 PM, Social Hall/Hopi

ARC Architectural Review Chair Rodric T. Raynor ric2m11@gmail.com Second and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Communication Committee Chair Richard Babin 520-989-3321 First Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache http://www.scovaz.com/committees/communications/index.html

The Committee is exploring the possibility of creating a Welcome Wagon-type program to welcome new residents to SCOV. The idea would be to meet with new residents as soon as possible after they purchase their SCOV home and provide them with a variety of information about life in SCOV in particular and the Oro Valley and Tucson areas in general. Committee member Cecilia Pfeiffer has produced a detailed outline of what the program would entail. We are looking for people who would comprise a core group which would take responsibility for planning, developing and implementing the program. If you would like to help create a program to welcome new residents to our community contact Richard Babin or Cecilia. Email for Cecilia: cecpfeiffer@gmail.com. Phone 825-8698. Email for Richard rbabin@rochester.rr.com. Phone 989-3321. The Committee continues to recruit new members. Contact Richard if you would like to help improve communication in SCOV. Community Assistance Committee Chair George Holthus 818-1042; Carolyn Carson 825-1514

Aluminum Can Donations: Put those aluminum cans to work for SCOV. Deposit only empty, clean aluminum cans in the box outside the Social Hall kitchen. For safety reasons, do not deposit unrinsed cans, which attract bees and may become a hazard. The Loan Room continues to be an important part of our active community. It provides needed items when our residents have visitors or are planning holiday gettogethers. It is also a source of temporary medical equipment when accidents or illnesses occur. The telephone committee is available to take your reservation up to two months in advance on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8-9 AM. Telephone numbers for this are on the inside front cover. Please let us help make your life easier. The Loan Room is located at the end of the Cart Barn. Consumer Referral Chair Don and Pat Pomeroy 825-1725 Desk Phone: 917-8079 Monday-Friday, 9:30-11:30 AM, Social Hall

Here’s how to connect to the online list of our vendors: 1. On the home page: www.scovaz.com under the Residents drop-down menu, click on Members Only. 2. Log in with your user name and password. This is also the page where you can create a new account. 3. Click on Log In. 4. Click on the last blue line, Consumer Referral List.

An Informal Exchange of Information Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

December 2012, Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

Finance and Budget Chair Tom Wakefield 647-1452 Third Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache Fitness Center Committee Bob Mariani 917-8064 Wednesday, 1-4 PM, Social Hall/Papago.

The committee article last month explained that the FCC (Fitness Center Committee) agreed the locker rooms should be moved and why moving them from the west side to the east side of the facility made a great deal of sense in regard to the American Disabilities Act requirements and a minimal cost difference between remodeling and moving the facilities. Since that report, the committee has worked with the architectural firm, STG Design, to make additional improvements to the selected plan, which was Plan 3 and is not Plan 3a. The committee has also started discussing the presentation that will be made to the Board of Directors on December 13, responses to residents who provided input for the plans, and dialog that will take place with the Association membership regarding the proposed plan and vote in February/March of next year. Gift Shop Co-Chairs Julie Holtry 825-4473 and Sharon Henderson 247-0707 Gift Shop 917-8051 Shop Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-4 PM, Saturday, 9 AM-12:30 PM Meetings: Second Wednesday www.vistosogiftshop.com

Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat, and the Gift Shop is full of holiday items. The tree is up and decorated with many handmade ornaments for your own tree or to give as gifts. There are many decorator items in the shop as well. The Gift Shop will be open until 12:30 PM on Christmas Eve day for your last minute shopping. The Artists of the Month for December are Elaine Woods and Jinnie Wilson. Elaine makes silver jewelry. Some of her items are enhanced with Mexican pottery. Elaine Woods at work on Jinnie’s angels make her silver jewelry. wonderful gifts for Jinnie Wilson holds one the women on your gift list. Check out of her angel creations. the front, center window for their lovely items. If you would like to be a member of the Gift Shop contact Sharon Henderson or Julie Holtry. Government Affairs Chair Sally Evert 818-3068 Saljack439@msn.com Marketing and Publicity Chair Barbara Nye Ross 818-0701

Hours Change for Golf Course Walkers

Walkers need to be off the course by 7:45 AM. Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

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

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

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

The closer we get to the end of December, the more likely we are to have gifts and other valuables in our vehicles that crooks would love to steal. Don’t make it easy for them. When you park your vehicle in a store parking lot, your home’s driveway or anywhere else, put those items out of sight, roll up the windows and lock the doors. Oro Valley Chief of Police, Daniel Sharp, will be talking about his department’s community policing philosophy, Tuesday, January 22, 2013, 1 PM Auditorium. All SCOV residents are urged to attend this informative program. Service Anniversaries

15 years: John & Nancy Saatkamp 10 years: Joyce Unger 5 years: Jane Stewart, Jerry & Joyce Haynes Posse $20 Weekly Drawing for Service

Art and Shirley Peterson; Larry and Diana Clark; Wye Mace; Tempe and David Johnson

HOLIDAY HOURS

Christmas Eve – Monday, December 24 Administration & Library...........................Close at Noon Desert Oasis................................................9 AM to 4 PM Aquatic & Fitness Center ..........................5 AM to 3 PM Social Hall & Catalina Vista.......................Closed Christmas Day – Tuesday, December 25

All facilities closed

New Years Eve – Monday, December 31 Administration & Library...........................Close at 3 PM Desert Oasis................................................9 AM-5 PM Aquatic & Fitness Center...........................5 AM-5 PM Social Hall...................................................6:30 AM-Midnight for Rock ‘N Roll and Villanellas parties Catalina Vista..............................................Closed New Years Day – Tuesday, January 1 Aquatic & Fitness Center...........................8 AM-5 PM All other facilities are closed

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

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

4 Months 2012-13

Oct-12

Actual

Budget

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

238,013 17,270 110,168 9,972 44,950 2,430 20,695 443,498

$ 2,002,056 89,365 $ $ 283,137 $ 23,119 $ 158,392 $ 8,936 $ 113,918 $ 2,678,923

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

2,002,056 54,950 275,956 24,700 143,800 4,000 80,407 2,585,869

$ $ $ $ $

(1,704) (21,044) 420,750

$ (950,000) $ (100,000) $ (14,219) $ (111,540) $ 1,503,164

$ $ $ $ $

(950,000) (100,000) (8,000) (54,950) 1,472,919

$ $ $ $ $ $

209,867 28,850 100,968 12,082 66,303 418,070

$ 851,791 82,894 $ 325,103 $ $ 39,243 293,525 $ $ 1,592,556

$ $ $ $ $ $

869,016 71,648 332,716 50,381 373,480 1,697,241

2,680

(89,392)

(224,322)

revenues from last year to the current year. A copy of

Golf Golf Course Course Revenues Revenues Golf Course Revenues the report in greater detail can be found on our website, Golf Course Revenues For For the First the First 4 For Months 4 Months of the of4 Fiscal the Fiscal Year the First Months of Year the Fiscal Year www.scovaz.com. Select the Board Meeting and For the First 4 Months of the Fiscal Year

Financial Information page, scroll to the bottom, and

select the month’s financial reports you wish to view. 2012-13 2012-13 2012-13 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2012-13 2011-12 are also copies of the monthly Financial State$178,880 $178,880 $178,880 $176,942 $176,942 There Pre-Paid Pre-Paid Rounds Rounds $176,942 Pre-Paid Rounds ments and a copy of the Annual Budget for the 2012$178,880$18,696 $176,942$14,171 Pre-Paid Rounds Resident Daily Rounds $18,696 $14,171 $14,171 Resident Daily Rounds Resident Daily Rounds $18,696 2013 fiscal Resident DailyDaily Rounds $18,696$61,740 $14,171$44,213 year in the Library located at the Vistoso Public Daily Rounds $61,740 $61,740 $44,213 $44,213 Public Daily Rounds Public Rounds Center. Public Daily Rounds $61,740 $44,213 Totals Totals Totals Totals

If you are interested in more information regarding

$259,316 $259,316 $259,316 $235,326 $235,326 the $235,326 Community’s finances, we encourage you to at$259,316 $235,326 tend the Finance- Budget Committee meeting which

will be held Monday, December 17, 1 PM, Vistoso Above is a summary of the Revenues and Ex- Center/Apache. If you have any questions, please feel free to penses and the Results of Operations for the first four months of the 2012-2013 fiscal year. Also email me at rtrenary@suncityorovalley.com or call included this month is a chart comparing golf me at 917-8060. Randy Trenary, Controller

Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

December 2012, Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

Assistant Manager - Robin Coulter

Properties Chair Jack Evert Saljack439@msn.com 818-3068 Third Thursday, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

The Properties Committee has been assigned two interesting and potentially impactful projects. The first is to evaluate a cogeneration project which has as its goal higher energy efficiency. It works by using natural gas to generate electricity and then captures the waste heat from the engine to heat the pool. The question we are studying is whether or not the payback on the investment is acceptable. The second is evaluation of need, new system design, and installation of audio visual equipment in the Social Hall and Catalina Vista meeting rooms. We expect to improve quality and ease of operation for users. We plan to solicit input from users and monitors to help design the system components. Another project that is nearing completion is the solar water heater on the Desert Oasis pool. The system has been upgraded with a new computerized controller to more finely control the handoff between the solar heater and the backup gas heater. Strategic Projects Committee (SPC) Chair Ted Hood 818-2281 Meets first Wednesday, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Tipster Editorial Chair Marge Roetzel 825-9719 Anticipated Tipster delivery of the January issue, Friday, December 28. Tipster Editorial meeting Wednesday, December 12, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi. www.suncityorovalley.com/news/tipster-newsletter.html

Submit your articles for the January Tipster, via the internet form, no later than Thursday, December 6. Due to the holidays, the January issue will need to go to the printer earlier than usual. You will receive, within two business days, an acknowledgement from the Editor, Chris Richard, that she has received your article. If you do not hear from her, it is necessary to email her, crichard@scovaz.com or call 917-8069, to advise her that you have not received her acknowledgement. The Tipster Editorial Committee is requesting that all submitters review the Tipster Article Standards and Guidelines. The revised Standards and Guidelines are available on the Tipster newsletter page on the website. Other suggested reference tools are the dictionary, the SCOV phone book and a calendar. Submitter writing classes are available: Monday, December 3; Thursday, January 3; Monday, February 4, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache. To sign-up for a class go to www. scovaz.com, click on News & Info, scroll down to Events. Click on the Tipster Writers Classes and fill out a form.

Please Observe the 35 MPH Speed Limit on Rancho Vistoso Blvd. The 35 MPH speed limit enables travel by golf carts within the community.

Please

use

Crosswalks

SCOV

Also Wildlife Alert! you may encounter deer, javelina and coyote crossing the roadway Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

Renters in SCOV It’s the season when SCOV’s renter population increases. We love renters at SCOV. They come here, become involved in the many SCOV clubs, discover how special this place is and many decide to make Sun City Oro Valley their home. Staff and the Marketing Committee will be looking closer at how we can develop and improve our relationship with renters. There are several categories of renters. Some find us and rent for a month or two, especially during the high season, and there are also those who rent on a longterm basis. There is also the renter who comes into the community, but doesn’t register in the Vistoso Center, and we never have an opportunity to welcome them to SCOV. Either way, they’re welcome and we want them to consider this their home away from home. We would also like them to consider making this their permanent home. If you rent your home, please make sure you have your membership cards on file in our office, so that when your renter comes to town, we are able to issue renters’ cards to them. These cards enable them to use the facilities. If you are a renter, there is now a Renter’s Handbook available in the Vistoso Center with information about the community. Make sure you have one. Renters are also encouraged to take a tour with our Ambassadors, a volunteer group of residents. They don’t sell anything; they just take you around the community on our six-seat golf cart and show you the amenities of SCOV. Along the way, they tell you why they moved here and what they love about the community. There’s no sales pitch. Also, if you have a renter coming to town, please encourage them to take this tour. Tours can be scheduled with Kat Newman 917-8068. Programs/Facilities Director - Pam Sarpalius It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

How many of us remember Andy Williams singing that song on his Holiday TV specials each year? It is a wonderful time in SCOV. We have our SCOV Singers putting on their great holiday program. There is a bus trip to Nordstom in Scottsdale for holiday shopping on Friday, December 7. Many clubs and groups are planning holiday parties. Finally let’s not forget our holiday visitors who come to see us to get away from the colder snowy weather. Bad weather is something that we don’t usually have to worry about during this season. I hope all your holiday wishes and hopes come true and, as we look to 2013, let’s keep the holiday spirit in our hearts all year.

PLEASE HELP - Tipster Flyer Collation

Once a month, residents are needed to insert flyers. Receive your Tipster early and share refreshments with us at the Auditorium. The work is usually performed on the last weekday of the month at approximately 10:45 AM. Call Dave or Tempe Johnson 825-6994.

Community Services - Jim Cundiff Office open to meet with residents 10 AM to Noon, Monday-Friday, Vistoso Center 917-8058 jcundiff@scovaz.com House & Fence Painting Guidelines:

House You do not have to paint your house until it needs painting. Any complete house repainting must utilize one of the new color schemes. Previous house colors are no longer approved. Samples can be seen in the kitchen area of Vistoso Center or you may go to http://www.dunnedwards. com, click on Homeowners link, then click on ColorArk link; from there, follow the instructions. You may order color chips from the Dunn-Edwards website. Paint applications may be obtained from the kitchen area, my office or online at the SCOV website, www. scovaz.com. Fence Any new painting of the side and rear yard perimeter fencing around your lot must be done using Weathered Brown. All fencing must be painted Weathered Brown by January 1, 2016. If you share a fence with your neighbor, it is not too early to talk about the deadline. Café News

The Café is offering a chance to receive a free breakfast or lunch if you turn in a Comment Card giving your opinion on how we are doing. Five random Comment Cards will be drawn monthly and five lucky people will receive a free meal. The October winners are: Kathy Allred, Roy Dutton, Franz Hammer, Fritz Pritchett and Marcene Wynne. Congratulations and bon appetit! See Café Specials for our special dinners this month. SCOV Library - Marnie Goodbody What’s New at the Library

A few of the many new books and DVDs at the library this month: In Nelson De Mille’s new book, The Panther, Kate Mayfield and John Corey are sent to Yemen for some nonstop excitement and terrorist–stopping action. We have The Panther—unabridged—on CD, too! Joanne Harris’s third in her Chocolat series, Peaches for Father Francis, is another delight about France, food, and good story telling. The Last Empress: Madame Chiang Kai-shek and the Birth of Modern China (2009) by Hannah Pekula was a splendid donation. This biography received excellent reviews and is a fascinating story of a fascinating and powerful woman. A few of the new DVDs: Moonrise Kingdom (Frances McDormand, Bill Murray, Tilda Swinton and Bruce Willis) Elena (Russian), winner of the Cannes Film Festival Special Jury Prize. Darling Companion (Diane Keaton, Mark Duplass, Kevin Kline, Elisabeth Moss) Polisse (French), suspenseful and moving fictionalized portrait of the Paris Police Child Protection Unit. The Sun City Oro Valley Library Book Sale is going on now in the library from December 3-31; great books for great prices. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library is proud to sponsor its second home tour. The event two years ago was such a smashing success that we are repeating the tour on Saturday, March 16. We are looking for applicants to open their homes again for our Sun City Oro Valley residents to admire. Application forms can be picked up at the Library. For questions regarding the tour or the applications, please call Carol Guibert 818-0441. October Housing Resale Information Resales

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Welcome New Neighbors Unit # Name From 2 Daniel & Bette Cundiff Tucson, AZ 6 Harold & Clare Niese Albuquerque, NM 6 Glenn & Dathryn Dunn Oro Valley, AZ 7 Joan Hummel Wanaque, NJ 7 Kenneth Oliver Oro Valley, AZ 9 James & Ann Margaret Kousbaugh Bothell, WA 10 Ronald & Dyanne Allegrini South Lake Tahoe, CA 17 Alexander & Heidelore Contis Cloverdale, CA

The Ultimate Neighborhood Watch Keep our neighborhood safe. Join the Posse.

Call Del Balston 825-9681 or John Njaa 825-5486 today. Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis

Zumba Aqua Zumba, known as the Zumba pool party, gives new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. Splashing, stretching, twisting, even shouting, laughing, hooting and hollering are often heard during an Aqua Zumba class. Integrating the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba blends it all together into a safe, challenging, water-based workout that’s cardio-conditioning, bodytoning and, most of all, exhilarating beyond belief. First class will start Tuesday, January 15, 1 PM, AFC pool. Zumba Gold targets the largest growing segment of the population: baby boomers. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active, older participants, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba fitness-party is known for: the zesty Latin music like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. For active older adults who want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part of their weekly schedule, Zumba Gold is the perfect fit. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly and, most of all, fun. We are adding another class starting in Tuesday, January 8, 9:15 AM, Auditorium. December 2012, Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

Pick up a handout at the AFC that explains why you should be coming to Zumba. Association-Sponsored Fitness: Purchase a punch card from the receptionist in the Vistoso Center, $13/10 classes. You may use this card for all Sun City Oro Valley-sponsored fitness classes. It can also be used for your guests. There is a drop-in charge if you do not have a punch card. Cardio Chair Aerobics: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10:3011:30 AM, Catalina Vista. Sunrisers: Low-impact aerobics class: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7:15-8:15 AM, Auditorium. Sweat Stretch: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7:30-9 AM, Auditorium. Water Aerobics: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 1011 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool. Zumba: Thursdays, 5:15 PM, Auditorium. Personal Trainer: Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561 to make an appointment. Aquatic & Fitness Center and Desert Oasis: See the Hours of Operation, on page two of this Tipster. Tuesday, December 11, the Aquatic & Fitness Center pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, December 12, the Desert Oasis pool will close at 7 AM for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Special Note from the Aquatic & Fitness Center: Thursday, December 13, 1 PM, an orientation will be held on how to use the gym equipment. Space is limited, so please sign up. See Lonnie Davis or call 917-8073.

Golf Head Golf Professional - Kim Griggs

This year’s Christmas Party/Sale in the Pro Shop will be on Thursday, December 6, 4-6 PM. Delicious appetizers and a wheel to spin to reveal your discount will be enjoyed by all. This is a lot of fun and a chance for everyone to wish happy holidays to their golfing buddies! This year’s Open House/Silent Auction for Pass Holders ONLY is Thursday, December 13. The event will run from 4-6 PM. We will be bidding on the old tee marker signs and the Café will have hamburgers/hotdogs, sides and a dessert. Pro Shop hours for the holidays are as follows: Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24, we will open at 7 AM with tee times available until 12:30 PM. We will close at 1 PM. Christmas day, December 25, we will open at 9 AM with a 10 AM shotgun for those of you who would like to play. We will close at 1 PM Just a reminder, if you have not renewed your annual pass for the season and you still have a range key from last season, please turn your key in to the Pro Shop as it is no longer valid. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. In December, we will be changing our walking signs once again. Walkers will need to be off the golf course by 7:45 AM. Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

Superintendent - Michael Kropf

A new problem associated with reclaimed water occurred during overseeding this year: disease on the greens. The disease, Rapid Blight, favors an environment of high salt irrigation water, warm temperatures and newly germinated grass. The disease occurs a few days after the first mowing of the new greens and when the amount of water being irrigated is reduced. It shows up with small, dark circles that quickly spread across the greens. The disease was quickly diagnosed when the symptoms first appeared. The mowers were removed from the greens to slow the spread and the irrigation frequency was increased to alleviate the salts. Two applications of fungicide were applied to kill the fungi and the diseased areas were reseeded in hopes of filling in the dead spots. There was a great deal of stress trying to get the greens to heal in time for opening day so the golfers would have great greens. On opening day, the greens looked great and most people didn’t even know there had been a serious problem. However, after just a few days the greens looked much worse, due to the amount of ball marks that golfers were leaving unrepaired. Now that the winter season has started, please remember to take care of the golf course. Please repair ball marks. Rake traps so the next golfer isn’t penalized, and repair divots on the tees and fairways. Please obey the No Cart signs so grass isn’t damaged near the greens. Golf Advisory Chair Preston Sheriff 825-3101 First Wednesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

All the golf clubs have started their seasons and have shown an increase in memberships. Kim Griggs reported that many outside groups are coming to play here at The Views. Many of these groups say they will return to play our beautiful course. We have had inquiries from golfers at The Highlands, Crooked Tree, Arizona National, The Gallery and Vistoso about playing our course. Greg Hansen, a local sports reporter, played our course a few weeks ago with some of his friends. He wrote a very complimentary article, including the condition of the course, the views, the Café and the helpful golf staff. Kim also received a nice email from a visitor from Washington State who raved about everything he experienced here. He will be back with his friends when they return. It is our responsibility to keep our course in the best condition we can. Do your part.

Pass Holder Benefits This month all The Views Golf Club Annual Pass Holders recieve

Open House Free Gift Free Guest Pass

Not a Pass Holder? Call

Kat at 917-8068 details.

their own play day and starting time. The shotguns will remain at 11:30 AM for the winter months.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Dave Heaps 818-6691 Membership Dick Boss 638-6644 Play: Wednesdays

SCOV Women’s 9-Hole Golf Club

The cooler winter months are here and the 18-Hole Pres. Sharon Heaps 818-6691 Men’s Golf Club is in full swing. The Presidents Cup Membership: Kate Young 248-0030 tournament was played in November with good partici Play: Thursdays pation from our members. The Governors Cup tournaWe have started the winter golf season and have had ment will be held Wednesday, January 23, Saturday, beautiful weather. Please be at the club by 7:30 AM to 26 and Wednesday, 30. This is a two person team find your partner and say hello to everyone. The weekevent so find a partner and sign up in the Pro Shop. Gary Graber the Member/Guest Chairman and his ly sign-up sheet for league play is in the book in the Pro Shop. The Christmas Party is December 6, tickets $17 team have been working hard to make our Member/ Sun City Oro Valley Library Sun City Oro Valley Librar Guest tournament event bigger and better than last pp, catering by Culinary Design. Tickets are available year. This tournament is held Wednesday, April 17 and in the Pro Shop (not in the book as before). See you Thursday, April 18, with many prizes and gifts so line then for Holiday Cheer. up your guest now. This is our biggest event of the year with all the trimmings and a great time is had by all. December 3‐31, 2012 December 3‐31, 2012 The 2013 18-Hole Men’s renewal forms are available in the Pro Shop. Renewals are due Saturday, December 15. A $10 late fee will be assessed after this date. December 3-31 Please record your scores in the Pro Shop and turn in your score cards signed and dated. December 12 is our next member Bash. Tickets are available in the Pro Shop two weeks prior to the Bash. At the Library Monday-Friday 9 AM-12 PM, 1-4 PM Join us for the meeting and a great lunch. At the Library New members are welcome to join our Views 18Saturday 9 AM-12 PM M‐F 9 AM‐12 PM, 1‐4 PM Saturday 9 AM‐12 PM M‐F 9 AM‐12 PM, 1‐4 PM Saturday 9 AM‐1 Hole Men’s Club. Contact Dick Boss.

BOOK SALE

At the SCOV Library

Great deals TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Great deals Great deals

Men’s 9-Hole Golf Club Hardbacks, paperbacks, specialty books, TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Directly benefits the Library Pres. Jon Olson 818-3705 cookbooks, gift books, andDirectly benefits the Library more Membership: Jack Saatkamp 825-4376Hardbacks, paperbacks, specialty books, cookbooks, gift books, and more Play Thursdays, 8 AM, Hardbacks, paperbacks, specialty books, cookbooks, gift Directly benefits the SCOV Library Meeting day second Thursday, Social Hall/Navajo

The holidays are coming! Hurry while the books last. The holidays are coming! Hurry while the book A reminder to all members to arrive and check in one- The holidays are coming! Hurry while the books last. half hour prior to allow the Pro Shop time to confirm/adjust pairings. The next scheduled meeting will be after play on December 13. Several new members have recently joined the club. Members are encouraged to introduce themselves to the new members and welcome them into the club. un ity istoso oundation The annual Guys and Dolls Tournament is scheduled for Thursday, January 17. It will be hosted by the The Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, a separate and Women’s 9 Hole Golf Club. independent organization from the Association, established in 1998, provides a means through which tax-deductible gifts may The annual pulled pork BBQ, hosted by Jack be channeled to support qualified health, cultural, educational Saatkamp, is scheduled for February 14, after play, and charitable needs of Sun City Oro Valley and surrounding Social Hall/Navajo. areas. Gifts may be made at any time by check, stocks or giftsAll men, including nonresidents are welcome to join in-kind to the Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Tucson, AZ the club. For more information contact Jack Saatkamp. 85755. Pres. Shirley Chorney 825-8502

The Views Women’s Golf Club Pres. Mary Ellen Tovatt 616-788-3501 Membership Nancy Larson 989-0453 Play: Tuesdays

Happy Holidays to everyone and best wishes for the New Year! We are looking forward to our Christmas Party, December 4, 4-6 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. You will enjoy an appetizer bar and beverages. The cost is $10. Please sign up in the Pro Shop and deposit your checks in the envelope provided. The Presidents Cup tournament sign-up sheet is in the Pro Shop. The deadline for signing up is January 8. This is always a fun Match Play competition and the pairings will be done by a blind draw. Each pairing will then schedule Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/foundation

The Foundation mission is to improve the quality of life for active adults in Sun City Oro Valley and the surrounding areas through tax-deductible channels. The Foundation is made up of SCOV residents serving three-year terms without compensation. Please visit our web site: www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/ foundation. Our next Dispos-A-Med is scheduled for Tuesday, January 8, 9-11 AM, Social Hall. Save this date, Friday, March 22 for a great workshop, Choices For Life Style Changes. A donation to the Foundation is a wonderful way to honor life-cycle events: birthdays, anniversaries, memorials.

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

Friday, December 14, 4:30-6:30 PM Haddock Fish Dinner, Fried $10.95 pp, Broiled $11.95 pp

Dinner will be served with baked potato or French fries, cole slaw or vegetables and roll and butter. Beverages and desserts are not included. Reservations are required. Call 825-3277. An 18% gratuity will be added to your dinner bill. Wednesday, December 19, 4:30-6:30 PM Endless Soup and Salad, $6.50 pp

Your choice of soups: creamy tomato basil, spicy chicken tortilla or French onion; served with tossed green salad and bread sticks. This does not include beverages or dessert. No reservations are required. A gratuity will not be added to your bill, so please tip your server accordingly.

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

Special Events for Clubs See Club article for full details.

Day Trippers, Acker Music Festival, Thurs.-Sat., Dec. 6-8, Prescott, AZ Ukulele Club, Christmas concert Fri., Dec. 7, 3 PM at Bookmans Ina store Dinner ‘N Show, Arizona Opry Holiday Show, Sat., Dec. 8, Apache Junction Sundancers, Christmas Gifts for Kids Dance, Wed, Dec. 12, 7 PM, Auditorium Sun City Singles, Dinner, Thu., Dec. 13, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Kactus Kickers, Holiday at the O.K. Corral, Fri., Dec. 14, Auditorium Dinner ‘N Show, Hollywood Revisited, Sun., Dec. 16, Berger Theatre Ukulele Club, Christmas sing-a-long, Mon., Dec. 17, 10:30 AM, Social Hall lounge Villanellas, Tinsel Jubilee Dance, Fri., Dec. 21, 7 PM, Auditorium Sun City Singles, Happy Hour, Fri., Dec. 28, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Villanellas, New Year’s Eve Dance, Mon., Dec. 31, 8 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Rock n’ Roll Club, Dance Party, Sat., Jan. 19, 7 PM, Auditorium Emerge! Auxiliary, Annual Luncheon & Style Show, Fri., March 15, Auditorium Friday, December 7 Bus trip to Nordstrom in Scottsdale

It’s time again for our yearly trip to Nordstrom in the Fashion Square Mall in Scottsdale. Both men and women are welcome to enjoy this fun day. The luxury bus will leave SCOV at 8 AM and leave Scottsdale at 3 PM. Do your holiday shopping at the mall or just enjoy the twinkling lights of the holiday mall decorations. There is only one bus so get your tickets now.

Friday, December 7, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo Sleepy Days, Sleepless Nights

See Active Health Committee’s article in this Tipster. Monday, December 10, 9 AM to 12:30 PM - Gift Shop Monday Madness

Come to the Gift Shop on December 10, see the great bargains on the tables in front of the shop. This is a good place to find those last minute holiday gifts. See you there. Tuesday December 11, 10 AM Social Hall /Navajo Tucson Museum of Art Talks

Who better than one of our favorite docents, Corinne Milton, to present Mexico’s Great Muralists? What a holiday treat; don’t miss it! Refreshments are served. No reservations required. Come, enjoy! Questions? Call Rudi Punzmann 8252147. Tuesday, and Saturday, December 11 and 15, 7 PM Joyful, Joyful Celebrations! Holiday Concerts

Don’t miss the Sun City Singers holiday concerts in the Auditorium, two performances. Celebrate this special season with family and friends at one of these popular sell-out concerts.

Tickets on sale at Social Hall, Monday-Saturday, December 3-8,10 AM-12:30 PM, $5 pp.

Saturday, January 5, doors open 6:30 PM, Auditorium Joe Bourne

Joe Bourne is back with a brand new exciting show. You won’t be disappointed by the talent of Joe and his band. The show title is Blue, Blues and Boogie Woogie. Joe has not been at SCOV for a while, so now is your chance for a great night of entertainment. Doors open at 6:30 PM, show at 7 PM. Gather your friends, cabaret seating, BYOB and bring your snacks.

Tickets on sale at Vistoso Center Monday, December 3, $18 pp.

Wednesday, January 16, 1 PM, Auditorium Tohono Chul Park

If you have never been to this wonderful park, you have missed a highlight of the Tucson area. A speaker will give you a bit of the history of the park along with a slide presentation. I am sure that after this event, you will want to visit Tohono Chul for a walk and perhaps breakfast or lunch. There is no charge for this event. Saturday, January 19, 1:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago. AARP Tax Seminar

Charlie Cremin, a resident and AARP Tax Aide, will lead a one-hour discussion on how to organize your tax data for the upcoming tax season. He will also address some of the many changes in the tax law and IRS rules that apply to both 2012 returns and tax planning for 2013.

Tickets sales from Coco or Pam at Vistoso Center. $24 pp.

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Tuesday, January 22, 2013, 1 PM Auditorium Safety Presentation by Oro Valley Police

Your Sun City Posse is presenting another event featuring the OVPD (Oro Valley Police Department). Chief Daniel Sharp will talk about OVPD’s community policing philosophy and how it affects SCOV and all of Oro Valley. All SCOV residents will benefit from attending this informative presentation. Thursday, January 24, 10 AM Social Hall/Navajo Eating Healthy To Remain Healthy

Kelly Jackson, MS, RD, Nutritional Sciences, Uof A is the presenter. Limited Seating. No charge.

Tickets available Monday, December 10, Vistoso Center

Saturday and Sunday, January 26-27 Social Hall/Navajo Mata Ortiz Pottery and Zapotec Rug Show and Sale

Saturday 8 AM- 4 PM; Sunday 10 AM- 3 PM The Spanish Cultural Club and the SCOV Association are cosponsoring a show and sale of pottery from Mata Ortiz, Mexico and Zapotec rugs from Oaxaca, Mexico. Oralia Lopez and her father, Uriel Lopez, will attend and bring pottery from many different artists. Alex Martinez and his sister, Socorro, will bring rugs from Teotitlan del Valle, where many members of their family do the weaving. Tuesday, January 29, 1 PM, Auditorium Gestures of Joy

You may have heard about this group from Splendido. These ladies have been on local TV at local events and in featured newspapers. The group performs hand movement to music. Spend the afternoon listening to great music and be entertained by this upbeat group. There is no charge for this event. Tuesday, February 26, Noon, Auditorium Books and Authors Luncheon

Basic Photography

Starting Friday, February 1, the Vistoso Photo Club is offering a course in Basic Photography to all Sun City Oro Valley residents. For details and to make reservations, call the instructor Rudi Punzmann 825-2147. Space is limited, so don’t delay. Clay Club Orientation Class

Class dates/times are determined when several have signed up. Please do so at the Craft Complex/Clay Pit. Clay Club Workshops: • Sandra Procida low fire glaze with a pillow. • Joan Brown high fire glaze with a pillow. • Pearl Joseph drop pots. •Tamara Sanderson hand built mugs. Don Meyers The Magic of Velvets. This is a fee workshops on a low fire underglaze. Gin Rummy

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

Thursdays, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. No sign-up or fees. All are welcome. Jan. 10 Jan. 17 Jan. 24 Jan. 31 Feb. 7 Feb. 14 Feb. 21

Pirates of the Caribbean, David Druckman Pioneer Ranch 1888-1960, Peggy Gardner Inventory of Literacy, Dr. John Peradotto Crossing the Language Borders,” Dr. John Peradotto Cowboy Poetry, Dr. Donald Piele A Valentine’s Bouquet of Important Information About our Medicines, Dr. Rick Herrier South Africa: From Apartheid to a Non-Racist Democracy, Jack Lasseter Pleasures of Poetry V, Ann Ellsworth and Adrian Korpel Preview and Sign-Up for ILR Fall Classes

The Friends of the Library will host its annual luncheon featuring local authors, so save the date. Details of the featured authors and ticket sales will appear in the January Tipster.

Feb. 28 Mar. 7

Saturday, March 16, Home Tour Friends of the Library Fund Raiser

Exercise classes are held every Monday and Thursday, 4 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache, $10/class or $50/ month. Spouse or caretaker is welcome at every class. For information call Ray Jerkins 219-3561.

Mark your calendar now for our second home tour. The event we sponsored two years ago was wildly popular and quickly sold out. More details and the dates of the ticket sales will be provided in the January Tipster.

Workshops

and

Classes

AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) Classes

There will be no class in December. Classes are usually held the fourth Wednesday of each month at Vistoso Center. You could save the life of a loved one or friend by taking this class. Call Lonnie at 825-3711 ext 136, to sign up for the January 23 class.

Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Parkinson’s Exercise Classes

Two Photo Workshops

See Photo Workshop club for complete class details. A session on basics of editing photographs will be held Wednesday, December 5. A session on utilizing all camera controls to achieve pleasing and correctly exposed images will be held Wednesday, January 2. Sessions are held in the Papago Room of the Social Hall at 6:30 PM. All sessions are designed to be appropriate for novice through expert levels. To receive reminders contact david.of.oro@gmail.com or David Smoler 818-7880.

December 2012, Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

QiGong Classes

QiGong classes are held Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. First class is free. Class fee $7 pp. http://www.scovaz. com/clubs/healthwellness Healing movement QiGong exercises developed by Joe Pinella are similar to physical therapy exercises. They have been adapted for people with arthritis, chronic pain, stiffness, heart disease and cancer. These are very simple, effective techniques that actively engage the body’s own healing systems. By rotating all the major joints of the body, you expand and contract most of your muscles, thus increasing circulation and range of movement. They have helped people lessen their pain, regain more movement, increase their energy and live a better quality of life. Tai Chi

Tai Chi classes have resumed. If interested, please join us on Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. Contact Donna Drazenovich, ddraz@yahoo.com. Clinical research has proven that Tai Chi is a preventive and rehabilitative therapeutic tool for a variety of health issues including balance, postural stability, musculoskeletal strength, flexibility, cardio-respiratory fitness, immune function and stress management. Tai Chi helps core awareness, quality of life and functional ability, endurance, fall prevention and reaction time in elderly people. In our class we stress the use of Tai Chi in your daily life. Western Dancing Classes by Kactus Kickers

Dance Fundamentals Classes Open to all SCOV residents. This eight-week dance class, Thursdays, January 10-February 28, is designed to teach the basics of four popular dance steps: twostep, swing, waltz and cha-cha. Classes will be taught by Frank and Joan Morris. Class meets 6:30-7:30 PM, Auditorium. Contact Del Salvaterra 834-5146. Continuing Development Classes Open to all SCOV residents. This eight-week dance class, Thursdays, January 10-February 28, is designed for people who feel comfortable with basic dance steps but want to refine and extend their dancing skills. Classes will focus on the two-step, swing, waltz and cha-cha with a specific content in each session. Some pattern dances will also be taught by Instructors Frank and Joan Morris. Class meets 7:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium. Contact Del Salvaterra 834-5146.

Registration for both classes 9-11 AM: $35/cpl for block of eight-week lessons or $5/cpl per week. Wednesday, December 5; Tuesday, December 11 and Thursday, January 3, Social Hall/Lobby

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For Your Information The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents. SCOVCA assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein. American Red Cross Blood Drive

The Red Cross is urging immediate blood donations to support the blood needs of those affected by Hurricane Sandy, The hurricane has forced the cancellation of approximately 360 drives in 14 states along the East Coast, resulting in a shortfall of more than 12,200 units of blood and platelets. Sun City’s next drive is Thursday, December 13, 8-11 AM, Auditorium. To schedule an appointment, call the Red Cross 1-800-448-3543 or visit redcrossblood.org. The October goal of 40 units was achieved. Thanks for your continued support. Costume Closet

To access the Costume Closet in Desert Oasis, please call: Lynne Newbauer 818-3516, Marty Siracusa 825-6961 or Betty Verderese 825-7811. Donate Your Old Cell and Smart Phones

The SCV Emerge! Auxiliary wants to thank the many folks who have donated their cell or smart phones. We are still looking for used phones with chargers. Phones will be set for 911 calls only and will be used exclusively by participants in cooperation with Emerge! Center for Abuse. The phones not used will be recycled and the money donated to Emerge! Please call Nancy 818-3178 for drop-off. Oro Valley Water Automatic Bill Pay System

Save time and money with The Oro Valley Water Utility’s automatic bill payment option. To apply, call 520-229-5000 and ask for an application form or ask them to walk you through the process to do it online. Do-it-yourselfers may log onto www.orovalleyaz.gov and navigate through the Water Utility menu choices. Click on Water Utility Forms not Bill Payment Options, although that would seem a logical choice. Under Billing and Customer Services, click on ACH (Automated Bill Payment Application online.) Click a NEXT button. Scroll down and you may fill the form out on line and submit it for approval. Sock Drive - Benefits Homeless Veterans - Ends December 15

Thanks to all of you who got our sock drive off to a great start at the Veterans Day Program. The socks and money contributed will go a long way to meeting our goal. SCOV’s Sock Drive for the homeless veterans in Tucson ends on Saturday, December 15. Sock boxes are located in the Social Hall and the Vistoso Photo taken last December when Center for your convenience. the socks were delivered. White tube socks are preferred but they appreciate all the socks we deliver. If you want to contribute money to buy socks at a big discount, call Sandy or Hal Jasper 818-1785 by Monday, December 10.

Celebrations & Life Events

Memoriam To record the passing of a current or former resident call 917-8065 or complete a Tipster form located in the Vistoso Center. Residents

Ann Shape Bill Davis Lorraine Swanson Dick Broadstone Cyndi Coble

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October 10 October 14 November 1 November 8 November 16

Former Residents Receiving their 10,000 miles award Bob and Leslie Esparza.

At the Hiking Club’s fall picnic a celebration was held for a club milestone: Bob and Leslie Esparza receiving the 10,000 hiking miles distinction! Congratulations to Leslie and Bob.

I want to thank everyone for all the loving support, words and cards for the passing of both my mother and father. What a wonderful community we live in! Thank you so much. What you have done has helped immensely. Judy Hale

During this time of sorrow we’d like to thank all our friends for your prayers, cards, calls, visits and kindness you’ve shown us. The Horst Schneider Family Bag-A-Thon Foods Drive was a huge success. Thank you to all who responded to our appeal. You contributed the equivalent of 16,976 pounds. With our wonderful result the Bag-A-Thon raised a total of 70,126 pounds. Special thanks to contributing individuals, Sundancers, Sundowners, the SCVC Foundation and Seniors for Kids. Vistoso Cyclists Sun City Oro Valley, the caring community, as evidenced by the outpouring of calls and cards of condolences following the untimely passing of our daughter, Julie. We truly appreciate the comfort and compassion offered by all. John and Sylvia Wiedenbauer Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

October 16

Do you write a monthly Tipster article for your Club or Committee? If so, you are required to attend one training session. Classes are scheduled for Monday, December 3, 9 AM Thursday, January 3, 9 AM Monday, February 4, 9 AM All classes: Vistoso Center/Apache To signup for a class go to www.scovaz.com. Hold your mouse over News & Info, scroll down to Events, click on the Tipster Writers’ Classes and select the class you want to take: fill out a class form.

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

Thank you to all our friends in Sun City Oro Valley for your words of comfort at the death of my husband, Thomas Harry Mckinney. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 15, 2 PM at Vistoso Funeral Home Jane McKinney

Tipster Article Writers’ Class

Thank You Corner

I love this time of year when I can become a committee of many and not just one. A huge thank you to each and every volunteer who helped organize and/or delivered the new telephone directories to all of our homes. You are great! Carolyn Lerch

Ronald McMurry

Clubs Aqua Tone Marcia Polley 818-9073 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 10 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool. Art League Co-Pres. Dave Dame 825-7430, Judy Bjorling 818-1296, Colored Pencil Club Peggy Webb 825-2731 or Betty Sarr 825-7801 Meet October 1-May 15, Fridays, 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista Etching - Printmakers Vickie Von Elbe 825-1329 Fridays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art Fine Arts Studio Pres. Mellanie Herbert 825-2258 Wednesdays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art

One can walk through the Catalina Vista Art Studio on Wednesdays and watch artists painting in all four flat-art media, i.e. pastel, watercolor, acrylics and oils. Such is the fascinating world of Sun City Oro Valley fine artists. We critique each others’ work at 11 AM each session and make constructive suggestions which, we hope, will improve each piece. You can take or leave

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the suggestions. We really enjoy our environment and take time to socialize and discuss future art events in our community. This month, each of us has committed to donate a completed framed painting to be raffled off for a local, worthy charity. During December, our studio has hung a new, themed show entitled Curves and/or Lines in the Social Hall. We encourage all residents to peruse our work. Oil Painting - Art Made Easy Merle Broadbent 818-0098 Mondays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Our group is now meeting only on Mondays. If you have not yet started to paint, call Merle for more information. Don’t miss out on the fun. Sculpture Gene Eckebrecht, 825-2419 Mondays, 9 AM-5 PM , Catalina Vista/Art Studio

We’re back in full swing but could use some new members. The club is made up of experienced clay sculptors who will take you through each step necessary to create a sculpture worthy of displaying in your home. Come over on any Monday morning and we’ll show you our work and how it’s done. Visit our station at the Club Fair in January.

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

Richard Dutton, noted watercolorist, will offer watercolor classes for three sessions, Tuesdays, January 8, 15, and 22. The cost is $60 for the three lessons. Richard hopes to do some plein air classes at no additional cost. Call Irma for reservations. Henry David Thoreau relates to artists to, “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. As you simplify your life; the law of the universe will be simpler.” Arthritis Water Club Pres. Dawn Simske 825-0907, Sec. Ruth Hofstetter 825-8990 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 1:30 PM, Aquatic & Fitness Center/Pool.

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

Astronomy Pres. Bob McPherson 825-0097 JMcPhers2@comcast.net October-May Third Thursday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/astronomy/

The speaker for our December 20, meeting will be Father Christopher J. Corbally, Vice Director of the Vatican Observatory and Adjunct Associate Professor at the Department of Astronomy, Uof A. The title of his talk will be The Star of Bethlehem. All Astronomy club members, visitors and non-club members are welcome. Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) - Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 818-6509, mmoyerpp@gmail.com October-May, Mondays, 11 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

Love those barbershop harmonies? Got a song in your heart? Want to hear and feel and learn what it’s like to blend your voice with others barbershop style? Come join this mixed (men and women) a cappella chorus in song for just one hour every Monday. Great way to start each week. SCOV visitors welcome. There is strength in numbers, the more the merrier! Bible Study Men’s Bible Study Fred Gustin 825-7531, Bill Moeller 825-8695, October-May, Tuesdays, 7:30 AM, Catalina Vista,

We will be studying Jesus’ Private Ministry to His Followers found in Gospel of John, Chapter 13 through 17. Please join us! Precept Women’s Bible Study Linda Miller 818-2716 or Pat Gustin 825-7531 October-April, Wednesdays, 8:45 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

We meet weekly for in-depth study of the book of Matthew. Please join this caring group of women who study the Bible and pray for each other.

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

Scheduled rides begin this month at 8:30 AM at the Mountain View Plaza. New riders are always welcome. We have three levels of riders and no one is left behind. Riding a bike is easy on the knees and helpful to the heart. Our annual Christmas potluck will be Saturday, December 1, 5-8 PM, Catalina Vista. We traditionally contribute canned or boxed food items for the Mammoth Food Bank. Our breakfast ride this month will be Wednesday, December 26, Boxing Day. As always, see our website for the current ride schedule and routes.

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Ray Hicks 825-2214 Monday-Friday, Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards

Sunday, October 28, was our latest 8-ball tournament. All four tables were used and Harry Plumlee finished in first place. There was a four-way tie for second place between Bert Bertera, Jim Cook, Harvey Prenderville and Roy Nightingale. The potluck supper that followed was well-attended and a great way to end the day. Our last tournament for the year will be Sunday, December 2. I have heard from several people that their skills are not that good, but if you play a few games with us, those old skills will improve very fast. We play every afternoon, so come over and give it a try. Birders Group Marjorie Flory 825-4580 First Friday, 4 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/birders/

All residents are welcome to bird with us and attend our planning meetings December 7 and January 4. You must contact the group coordinator prior to Noon the day before the trip to assure your carpool space. Meet at the parking area behind the Vistoso Center 15 minutes before the Birding at Molino Basin off the Mt. Lemmon departure time. Bring highway. lunch where indicated. Don’t forget binoculars, hat, water, sunscreen and bird guidebook. Gas money will be collected before departure from SCOV. Wed., Dec. 5, 6:30 AM Wed., Dec. 12, 7:30 AM Tue., Dec. 18, 7:45 AM Thu., Jan. 3, 8:30 AM Mon., Jan. 7

Please think about coming to the Bocce Court to join us. We all have so much fun, we would love to share our good times. It’s such an easy game and we have some very good teachers. It just takes a little practice. If you decide to give us a try, come a little early and you can throw a few balls to get the feel for the game. Our dues are payable in January, $5 pp. Also, we want to remind everyone about our up-coming Pizza Party in February. Happy Holidays and we’re all looking forward to a happy and fun New Year.

Perhaps, in fact, you can come home again. December 5 we’ll discover how that affects the family dynamic and the lives of the individual siblings in Cathy Lamb’s Henry’s Sisters when their mother commands their return. January 7, Ann Feeney will guide our discussion of Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s Infidel, a memoir depicting the author’s difficult journey from the desert poverty of Somalia to Saudi Arabia, Kenya and eventually the Netherlands. Though raised in a strict Muslim family, the author resolves to fight what she sees as injustice in the name of religion and escape from nations dominated by unrest, instability and violence. Newcomers are always welcome. Great Books Pres. Barbara Gates 825-7645; VP Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762 October-May, First and Third Wednesdays, 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Join us December 5 as we continue our analysis of Freud’s case study of The Rat Man. December 19 we’ll begin our discussion of Gustaw Herling’s The Island under the direction of Judy Carlson. The author begins by describing this tourist mecca not far from Naples and quickly relates some of the island’s ancient history including the founding of the Certosa, a medieval monastery. Then we meet Sebastian who “was thirty years old when he was commissioned to repair the wall of the Certosa.” This is where the story really begins and continues to develop as other characters are introduced and the restoration proceeds. Elise Asch will lead the continuation of our examination January 2.

Bowling - Pathfinders Gilbert Water Ranch. Max Haegele 818- 9178. Bring lunch. $13 carpool. Blake Napper 818-2718 Mondays, 9:30 AM, Fiesta Lanes (River and Oracle Rd.) Reed Park. Harry Bergtholdt 825-5275. Bring money for lunch at Sher-I-Punjab. $3 carpool. Bridge Sweetwater Ponds. Barbara Gates 825- 7645. $3 carpool. Duplicate Bridge Catalina State Park. Max Haegele 818- Pres. Nancy Mason 825-7015 9178. $2 carpool. Whitewater Draw. Shirley Piplani 825-8428. Mondays, 6 PM; Fridays, 12:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago Annual dues $8 pp payable now. Please be present Bring lunch. $14 carpool.

Bocce Pres. Karl Dalla Rosa 825-1982 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 2 PM, Bocce Courts

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Book Clubs Book Club Lillian Vittenson 825-5522, Eileen Rotman 825-5434 First Monday, 1:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

at least 10 minutes before play begins so we can start on time. Bring exactly $1 pp for prize money each time you play. Residents may play twice before joining. Renters, with an Association renter’s card, are welcome to join. Guests of residents may play only twice in a year. We are not an ACBL sanctioned club and do not award master points. Ladies Monday Social Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Mondays, Noon, Social Hall/Navajo

Our Holiday Luncheon will be December 17, 11:30 AM Social Hall/Navajo. Tickets $11 pp. The food will be good, the company great and the bridge fantastic! Everyone come! Our regular time is Noon-3 PM every Monday.

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Ladies Wednesday Bridge Pres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880 Wednesdays, Noon, Social Hall/Hopi

Our lovely holiday bridge luncheon will be December 5. It will begin at 11:30 AM, tickets $11 pp. If you would like to join us call Marilyn Smoler by Monday. June Jaeger 818-9564

Marathon Bridge

The Marathon begins each year in October. If you’d like to join next year call June. Mixed Social Bridge Pres. Barney Budreck 825-2172 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

If you enjoy the challenges of playing bridge while having a good time with wonderful people, our burgeoning morning group welcomes you. Play with us twice before paying the $6 pp annual fee. Coffee will be ready upon your arrival. Practice Bridge Pres. Joe Pheanis 818-9144 Sec./Treas. Louise Lines 825-6673 Mondays and Wednesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Get back in the game with your neighbors. Enjoy an afternoon honing your bridge skills. Tuesday Night Partners Bridge Pres. Jon Buchel 825-6735, jonbuchel@comcast.net VP Ger Krabbendam, 825-1138 gkrabbendam@g.mail.com Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago

Grand Slam game stars for last month were Gloria McGee and Bob Cratty. Also, Sandy Fritz and Sue Lane earned the $10 check for bidding and making a Grand Slam. Join the bridge players with a partner and enjoy a lively game. Remember to be there by 6:20 PM with your partner ready for an evening of fun, $1 pp. Bunco Fern 825-8127, Pat 825-7198 Fourth Tuesday, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Canasta CJ Barbee 825-5885, Rosemary Dalla Rosa 825-1982 Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis

We’ve had a few new faces and are very happy to have them join us. Want to remind you all about our Christmas Party on December 13. It will be a potluck hors d’oeuvres, and some desserts. The club will supply Swedish meatballs and drinks. We’re all looking forward to a great time, so plan to be there. Happy holidays to everyone and wishing you all a Happy New Year. Desert Celtic Society Pres. Frank Maisch 825-8583

Hope all are ready for our annual Christmas party Friday, December 14, 6 PM, Social Hall/Navajo, $19 pp. The menu: tossed salad, pork tenderloin with apple chutney, rice pilaf, roasted zucchini, yellow squash and a great dessert. Please make your check payable to The Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

Desert Celtic Society and send to Don Kirk, 1068 E. Royal Oak Dr. prior to Friday, December 7. The committee has planned on special entertainment in lieu of gift exchange. Come and enjoy! Ceramic Club Pres. Carney Lewis 825-0044 Monday-Wednesday Noon-3 PM; Tuesday and Friday, 9 AM-Noon Craft Complex/Ceramics

Note new winter hours as listed above. This is designed to accommodate those who prefer afternoons. Sign up in the paint room for the Cookie Exchange, Wednesday, December 12, 10 AM-12 PM. Time is short to complete the holiday items, so if you haven’t started, now is the time! Mark your calendar for the general meeting Thursday, January 17, 10 AM, Pouring Room. Clay Club Pres. Joan Brown 825-5793 Meetings first Thursday, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Clay Studio

The regular December Clay Club meeting will not be held at the usual time, but as part of the Holiday Party, Friday, December 7, 5–8 PM, BYOB. Members are also asked to bring heavy hor d’oeuvres to share. Location yet to be determined and will be posted with the sign- Beautiful glazes with a pillow. up in the Clay Pit/Craft Complex. Contact Janice Waller 818-0756. Everyone who worked the booth at the Arts and Crafts Fair had a fantastic time. If you missed out, sign up next year. If every member donated at least one piece of their best work for the booth next year, we would have one of the most remarkable booths at the fair. A variety of workshops will be offered. See the Workshops & Classes section for details

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

Vistoso Computer Society (VCS) Information: Paul Chorney, 825-8502, chorneys@comcast.net Gaston Meloche, 638-5404, educationchair.gaston@gmail.com Membership: Dave Johnson, 2427 Nasturtium St., 825-6994 Web page: http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/computer/

A Holiday Light Luncheon will replace our general meeting on Monday, December 10, 1 PM, Auditorium. Come join us for a delightful social event. There will not be any computer classes or help sessions in December because the Learning Center will be loaned to AARP Training. Membership dues are $10/household starting January 1. Checks, not cash, will be accepted for dues at the meetings or sent to Dave Johnson, 2427 Nasturtium St. along with the application form available outside the learning center. Membership is required for all classes except Beginning PC and includes help sessions and the right to join the ListServ (online bulletin board) to receive announcements and computer help from other members. To be added to the VCS or MacListServ, click on ListServ on the VCS web page. Recycle used ink cartridges in the bin provided just outside the computer learning center. Cribbage Club Robert Hines 825-2208 First and third Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Cloggers Instructor/Registrar Anne Wilson 297-0843 Tuesdays 9-10:30 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

Steps are taught and dances are cued, so it’s easy to learn. Cost $4 for one hour, $5 for one and a half hours, Dance Studio. We will begin with easier numbers and progress to more advanced levels throughout the class. Contact instructor Anne Wilson. Hula - Aloha Hula Sisters

Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com Class and Practice: Social Hall/Dance Studio Class: October-May, Tuesdays, 1-3 PM Practice: October-May, Thursdays, 2:45-3:45 PM http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/hula/

Come dance with us. Learn kahiko (ancient) and ‘auna (contemporary/modern) styles of hula dancing. The graceful movements of hula are not strenuous. Hula dancing is fun and it provides a fitness regimen which helps tone hips, legs and abdominals. Classes are free. Contact instructor Del Salvaterra. Tappers Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Dancersize/Intermediate tap Fridays, 3 PM Social Hall/Dance Studio

The focus of this class is to learn tap combinations while getting some exercise, improving balance, all to fun music.

Dance Groups

Line Dancing - Sunliners Pres. Judy Bjorling 818-1296 Ballroom - Vistoso Villanellas Membership Karen Caldwell 825-5231 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/sunliners Pres. George Holthus 818-1042 Membership: Aldo J. Burdi 818-3516 DANCES: September-May Dances: Third Friday, Open Line Dance Fri. Dec. 7, 6:30 -8:30 PM 7 PM, Auditorium December Dance Party Sat., Dec. 8, 5:30-9 PM

We offer two dances in December. The monthly dance, Tinsel Jubilee, on Friday, December 21, 7 PM. Social time 6:30 PM. Music by the Major/Minors. Dress code is dressy/coats for men. Contact Al Burdi or Lynne Newbauer at 818-3516.

Tickets $15 members; $20 guests Ticket sales: Tuesday and Wednesday December 11 and 12, 8:30-10 AM in Kachina Lounge

The New Year’s Eve Dance is Monday, December 31, Social Hall/Navajo. Social hour 8 PM, dancing 8:30 PM-12:15 AM, to music by the THORsSOUNDS, BYOB. A light buffet and celebratory beverages at midnight will be provided. All SCOV residents are invited. Dress code is Dressy/coats for men. Ticket information call George Holthus 818-1042

Tickets $30 pp, sales on Tuesday and Wednesday December 11 and 12, 8:30-10 AM in Kachina Lounge

Dancin’ Dynamos Pres. Patsy Pulley 825-6694 Sec./Treas. Del Salvaterra 834-5146 Classes Social Hall/Dance Studio

Do you love to dance? Dancin’ Dynamos is a great way to try out dancing for fun and exercise. $5 pp annual dues, three different groups to choose from: Cloggers, Hula and Tappers. Come watch one or more of the classes before joining. Men and women are welcome. We’d love to see you. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

CLASSES:

Intermediate Sat., 9-10 AM Continuing Beginner Sat., 10:15-11:15 AM Basic Beginner Step Sat., 11:30 AM-12:15 PM, (Nov. 10-Dec. 15)

PRACTICES:

Intermediate Sun., 11 AM-Noon (Dance Studio) Intermediate Transition Wed., 2-3 PM (Dance Studio) Intermediate Thu., 2:45-3:55 PM Continuing Beginner Thu., 3:55-5 PM

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

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

Mark your calendars! Local merchants and SCOV artists have donated lots of valuable prizes for our annual fundraiser being held Sunday, December 9, 2-5 PM, Auditorium, free to members. The raffle, auction, and cash drawing will benefit YOTO (Youth on Their Own), an incredibly worthy organization supporting the high school graduation

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and continued success of homeless youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance. Bring an appetizer to share and your checkbook. Sweets and refreshments will be provided. Join your Rock ‘N Roll Club friends for an early holiday gettogether and an afternoon of fun. What are you doing New Year’s Eve? Come celebrate with the Rock ‘N Roll Club and DJ Gus D’Oldie as he spins your favorite rock and roll tunes on December 31, Auditorium. Watch your emails for details. Square Dancing - Sundancers Co-Pres. Roger and Jane Radomsky 531-1054, rogernjane@msn.com Caller Ron Markus Dances Wednesdays, 7 PM, Auditorium www.sundancersquarestucson.com

Western dress is in effect through April and we wear our black and white club colors on the first Wednesday of each month. Our Fun Night was just that, a night of fun introductory dancing and we’re pleased that many prospective dancers are joining in lessons on Mondays, 3-4:30 PM. Jerry Junck kicked off our Guest Caller program in November with a hall full of squares. The Bonds did their usual good job cueing rounds. Tickets are on sale for the remaining two Guest Caller dances: - Mike Sikorsky-January 26 - $15/cpl. - Mike Seastrom-March 2 with afternoon Plus Workshop & Evening Dance, $20/cpl. There are two special dances this month, Christmas Gifts for Kids on Wednesday, December 12, and New Years Eve Eve Eve dance Saturday, December 29, 7 PM, Auditorium. There will be no dancing on Wednesday, December 26. Enjoy your family gatherings.

Western Dancing - Kactus Kickers Pres./Membership Del Salvaterra 834-5146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com Dances: November-April, Second Friday, Auditorium Practice: As scheduled http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/kactus/

Celebrate the season western style, Holiday at the O.K. Corral, December 14, Auditorium. Music by Wild Oats band playing two-step, swing, cha-cha and others. Western wear always encouraged but not required. Singles welcome. Doors open 6 PM. Dance 6:30-9:30 PM. Snacks, dessert and mixers provided. BYOB.

Tickets $15 members, $20 nonmembers Ticket sales: Wednesday, December 5, 9-11 AM, Monday, December 10, 9-11 AM, Tuesday, December 11, 9-11 AM, Social Hall/Lobby Ticket Contact: Penny Hendrix 638-8898

Join us Thursday, December 13, 7-8:30 PM, Auditorium for complimentary dance lessons and practice. Starting in January Country and Western 8-week series dance lessons. See Workshops and Classes. Mark your calendars for next month’s dance, January 11.

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Day Trippers Chair Jack Gallagher 825-4650 Membership Doris Dent 825-8009 Meetings Second Friday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo Thu.-Sat. Dec. 6-8 Acker Music Festival, Prescott, AZ - wait list only cost: $360/sgl $260/dbl occupancy. Many things included. Monitors: George and Ginny Tanner 818-1226. Sun., Dec. 16 Christmas Brunch, $20 pp members only. 2-5 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. Entertainment by Grace Notes. Monitors: Jack Gallagher and Joan Vander Vliet 825-4650.

Come to our meetings and hear about planned trips for 2013 which include: Karchner Caverns, two-day Laughlin bus trip, guided tour of Tucson, Zion, Tuachan and many more. Democratic Club Pres. Ben Love 825-8064, bflove1@juno.com; VP, Sharon Marler 825-0049 February, April, September, and November:Second Sat. 1 PM: Social Hall. www.Pimadems.org

The SCOV Democratic Club will not meet in December or January. Since 2013 is not an election year, we will meet only in February, April, September, and November. Board meetings will be held on the third Wednesday before each meeting. Programs will be announced in the Tipster. Dinner ’N Show Gay Russell 825-5763; Membership, Julie Balogh 818-1046 First Monday, 7:15 PM, Auditorium

General meeting December 3. All are welcome to join us for our monthly meetings. Bring your checkbook to the meeting – we prefer not to take cash. Current schedule: Sat., Dec. 8 Arizona Opry Holiday Show, Apache Junction. This is a matinee, but still a full show and meal, so home around 7 PM. Bus, show, lunch, $55. Rachel Quigley, 825-4034. Bus leaves at 10 AM. Sun., Dec. 16 Hollywood Revisited at the Berger Theatre. This is a matinee and we will have dinner at Carrabba’s after show. Bus, show, dinner, $75. Marcia Polley, 818-9073. Bus leaves at 1:30 PM. Sat., Jan. 12 Zoppé Family Circus (UofA) at Reid Park. Lunch at Oregano’s. Bus, lunch, reserved seats, $75. Lynn Krivitz, 8257689. Sat., Jan. 26 Carol Burnett, Centennial Hall. Only 29 seats to this onetime-only performance! Bus and show tickets, $82. Florence Duckett, 825-1994.

Buses leave on time behind Vistoso Center. Time posted is when the us leaves the parking lot.

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Discussions Groups Great Decisions Jack Evert Saljack439@msn.com 818-3068 January-May, Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 11 AM, Social Hall/Papago

Preliminary topics for Great Decisions 2013 are listed below, although the final title and order of the topics may change. 1. Future of the Euro, Erik Jones, 2. Egypt Bruce Rutherford, 3. NATO Mark Webber, 4. Myanmar and Southeast Asia Barbara Crossette, 5. Intervention Thomas Weiss, 6. Iran John Limbert, 7. China in Africa David Shinn, 8. Threat Assessment Gregory Treverton. The first regular meeting of the new year will be January 23, 11 AM (new time), Social Hall/Papago (new location). Pro Freedom Discussion Group Jim Huffer 825-8743 September-January, Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 11AM, Social Hall/Papago

This group is the result of a recent split from Great Decisions. We will follow a polymathic approach to studying national and global issues. At the December 12 meeting we will view and discuss a video: The Seven Necessary Steps Toward Global Economic Recovery. The next meeting will be January 9. Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Marge Gustafson, margustafson@gmail.com Membership, Elaine Deeter, 825-5388 Meetings in November-January and March only

Energetic Exercise Carole Tracy 825-1187 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:25-9:30 AM, Auditorium

It’s time to get fit for the holidays! We have classes that will prepare your muscles and joints to help you do all those activities you enjoy–with greater strength, balance and flexibility. Professional instructor Sally Martinez has been our leader for almost 18 years and is an expert at working with seniors. She’s both inspiring and encouraging. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel! Give yourself a gift of fun and fitness. New members, men and women, are always welcome. Your get-acquainted class is free. Annual dues are $3. Tickets are only $30 for 12 classes. Holiday lunch at Harvest is Friday, December 7. Make your reservation at class or call Carole. Euchre Jack and Barb Matthies 825-4891 (October-May) Jack and Maria Welch 395-1205 (May-October) Mondays, meet 5:45 PM, play 6 PM, Catalina Vista

Don’t watch TV at night; come play euchre, a fast moving game. Meet your neighbors and make new friends. If you are new to the game, we will be glad to teach you. Bring your smile and 50¢; we are looking forward to seeing you.

Financial Strategies Jim Huffer 825-8743 First and Third Tuesdays, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi

On December 4, Natalie Fernandez from Greenberg Financial Group, will have a presentation on: Managing Your Portfolio in Today’s Markets. This is the only scheduled meeting in December.

Vistoso Native American Flute Circle Peggy Webb 825-2731, Member information: Ed Pendrys 825-7151 First Sunday, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Researchers tell us one way to keep our minds alert is to learn to play a new musical instrument. Our club offers you the opportunity to learn to play the Native American Flute. You don’t need to know how to read music. It easy to learn with only five basic notes. Come join us. Please note the meeting time change.

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

A big thank you to all who helped decorate the Social Hall for the holidays. You are welcome to join us as a guest for two meetings Birthday Tea at Tohono Chul park. and find out what a great group we are. Annual dues $5 pp. We are a group seeking to answer your gardening questions. There will be no December meeting. Mark your calendar to help take down the holiday decorations on Wednesday, January 2. We are looking forward to our tour of Steam Pump Ranch and our speaker topic Caring for Roses in January. Happy Holidays!

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

David Fryxell is back as our December speaker. His brisk pace and engaging manner always guarantee an enjoyable talk. His topic this month is especially timely: The 1940 Census. This census just became public this year. David will review where to find it, how to use it, and what it tells us. Our Hospitality Committee will serve refreshments during the break before the talk. Shirley Dubansky will be accepting dues for the 2013 calendar year. $15 pp or $25/couple, checks payable to SCVGS. Gin Rummy George Riley 818-0877 Mondays, 6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec

We play team games by drawing cards for partners with no choice of teammates or tables. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

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There are no dues or fees for this club. Games are comparatively low stakes. Call George or Bev Riley.

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

The Gun Club will have our Holiday luncheon/meeting at the Café on December 12, 11:30 AM. We will not have a regular meeting that day. We need to let the restaurant know how many people will be coming. Please call Warren Cuthbert to make your reservations as soon as you can. We will be seated as a group, you can order from the regular menu and have separate checks. The staff will need some extra time to process the separate checks so be patient with them. The Gun Club is for people who have an interest in learning about guns, shooting, personal protection and firearm safety. You do not need to own a gun or have any experience with firearms to come to Gun Club meetings. At some meetings we have guest speakers from law enforcement or other gun related organizations. Hand and Foot Bonnie Arneson 229-1084 Sundays, 1:30 PM, Desert Oasis Havurah

Co-Pres. Michael and Sonny Kaye 825-8546 Corresponding Sec. Lorie Behrmann 395-1812 Third Monday, October-May, 7 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/havurah/

We share an interest in Jewish culture with events and programs open to everyone. Upcoming events Brown Bag Lunch: Wednesday, December 5, 11:30 AM, Catalina Vista. Contact Norma Brewster 760-1225. General meeting: Monday, December 17, 7 PM, Catalina Vista. Guest speaker, Professor Elizabeth Glisky, Head, Department of Psychology, UofA. Professor Glisky, who is responsible for the Aging, Cognition and Memory Studies will speak on Memory Changes with Age: What to do about it? Members Only Dinner Party: Sunday, January 13, 5-8 PM, Auditorium. 18 Anniversary Dinner and Klezmer Concert. Theme: Our Eastern European Heritage. Music by the Klezmerkaba. Tickets available at General Meeting and other dates to be announced. Questions: contact Michael and Sonny Kaye.

Remember, bring non-perishable food items for Catalina Food Bank to all events. Dues $10 pp. Contact Bernie Greenapple 825-5697. Hiking Club Dave Fraser 8i8-2434 for new member orientation hike information. http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/hiking

The Hiking Club’s fall picnic was held at Picacho State Park. The weather was just picnic perfect as we celebrated a club milestone, Bob and Leslie Esparza receiving the 10,000 hiking miles distinction! Looks like the rest of us have some catching up to do. Check out our newsletter online. There are more hikes at all skill levels, plus a number of new hikes as well. Be sure and save the date: Monday, December 31, for Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

the club’s New Year’s Eve Day celebration. Look for information at the top of the club’s next newsletter.

Horseshoes Jack Howatt 825-1583, Ray Coleman 825-2789, Ron Knudson 825-9307 Tuesdays and Thursdays, Pits Located at Catalina Vista May-September 8 AM; October-April 2 PM

ILR - Institute of Learning in Retirement Pres. Lei Lane Bammell, leibammel@earthlink.net Curriculum: Sharyn Rafieyan, srafieyan@comcast.net Registration: Milt Damlich, mdamlich@aol.com Samplers and Short Subjects: Gaston Meloche, ILR.Samplers@gmail.com http://SunCityILR.com

Now is the time to sign up for your winter ILR classes. Registration continues through Saturday, December 15. There is a one-time fee of $25 to become a member of the ILR; classes are $10 each. Once again the Curriculum Committee has put together a great line-up of presenters who are passionate about their subjects. If you missed the preview of classes, look for class descriptions and printable registration forms on the ILR website SunCityILR.com. You can also find hardcopy course descriptions and forms in the Library lounge or the ILR library cupboard, Catalina Vista/Pima. Mail your form and check to the ILR address on the registration form. Workshops and Classes in this issue lists the Winter 2013 ILR Samplers presented every Thursday, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. If you have ideas for a future course or Sampler, please contact the Curriculum Committee. Japanese Flower Arranging Club Donald Marier 825-4878 dmarier1@comcast.net Doris Oliver 818-1512 dorisoliver81@msn.com October-May, Second and Fourth Mondays, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

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

With cooler weather coming, all we really need are some new students to join us. We study karate tailored to your physical condition, needs and desires. Improve your balance, strength, flexibility, memory and gain confidence. Donna, our newly promoted Shodan-Ho, will be sharing her kata (forms) expertise. Paul, our SFCongress Close Quarters Combat certified instructor, will be teaching self protection using the same techniques that are taught to the police and the military. We simply modify them for seniors. No one gets hurt or thrown down in our classes. Phone Instructor Paul Lauff 548-5725 or President Fred Hargrave.

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

The annual holiday potluck is Saturday, December 8, 5 PM immediately followed by Mexican Train Dominoes at 6 PM. Members are asked to bring a dish to serve 8 to 10 people. Club members enjoyed the appetizer and dessert Those with a potluck held in October. last name beginning A-D bring a vegetable, E-M a dessert, N-R a salad and S-Z a main dish. Coffee, bread and table service will be provided. BYOB. This party is for members only. Modelers Club Pres. Dave Sarther 825-3767, sartherdj@aol.com, Meetings: Second Friday, 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/modelers

All SCOV residents are welcome at our monthly meetings. We welcome new members, both historians and model builders. Join us to see what we are about and enjoy a cup of coffee and a sweet roll. What members bring in for Show and Tell serves as a conduit for our discussions. A member’s scale model may be an example of something another member may have had some first-hand experience either in designing, building the prototype or operating the prototype. That member may just be a person who enjoys having researched a prototype and can share his or her knowledge. Photo at right shows Modelers Club secretary, Hugh Madson and Club website officer, Tom Prall focusing on an explanation bout rolling stock by club member Ron Kuykendahl during a tour of Ron’s magnificent HO scale model railroad layout. Natural Health and Wellness Club Sherokee Ilse 818-3279 sherokeeilse@yahoo.com Wednesday, December 5, 3 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima http://www.scovaz/clubs/healthwellness

Our mission: To discuss, share and provide natural approaches to health and wellness. Dues $5/year pp. Our meeting is December 5 due to the holidays. Sherokee Ilse, co-founder of the Club will speak on Intentional Health: Coping With Life Challenges Such as Health Issues, Grief and Loss. Positive and negative energy will be explored, along with choices and consequences. She will share the work of others such as: The Hidden Messages of Water (M. Emoto), Vibrational Medicine and Illness (R. Gerber), The Power of Intention (W. Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

Dyer) and Understanding Mourning and Grief (G. Davidson and D. Manning). She has presented over 1000 workshops on positive communication, assertiveness and general bereavement to national, regional and local groups in 40 states and internationally. An author and consultant, she has been a guest on Oprah and Donahue. The club sponsors QiGong classes Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. First class free. See Workshops and Classes section of this Tipster. Women’s Pan (Panguingue) Ena Mindel 818-7780 Mondays, Fridays, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis Wednesdays, 9 AM-1 PM, Desert Oasis

Pan (Panguingue) is a fun and interesting card game. Stop in to watch us play at any session. If you like what you see, we’ll teach you to play. Call Ena. Vistoso Photo Club Pres. Dave Henderson 465-0650 Meeting Second and Fourth Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/photoclub

We offer comprehensive educational and instructional programs with guest speakers, challenging photo competitions, monthly exhibitions and computer and equipment instruction in our modern photography lab. We are a Anthropologie Photo by Rose Julian social club. We have several fun field trips and a couple of wine and cheese socials each year.

Wednesday, December 5, 9:30 AM, Catalina Vista photo lab. Club board meeting. Open to all members. Wednesday, December 12, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista. Competition meeting. Assignment is Light and/or Shadow; judge is Robert Townsend. The club will provide holiday treats; come join us.

Winners at the advanced level for the October competition Signs and/or Letters were: Rose Julian, Val Harding, Phyllis Reynolds and Joan Kelley. Dues of $20 for the year’s competitions are due and must be paid to enter. Competition rules are on the club’s website at http://scovaz.com/clubs/photoclub/submissionguidelines.html A course in Basic Photography will be offered starting February 1. To register and for details call Rudi Punzmann 825-2147. Guests are always welcome. Please join us.

Photo Workshop Club David Smoler 818-7880, david.of.oro@gmail.com First Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago - through April http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/photoworkshop/

The Photo Workshop Club emphasizes education and the sharing of experience in both photographic composition and technical skill. All sessions offer a wide range of techniques that can be applied regardless of equipment and skill level.

December 5 - Fixing Image Problems - Basic Editing. Spontaneity sometimes causes mis-framing, crooked horizons, wrong colors, brightness, contrast, and unwanted backgrounds or other objects in the frame. Learn

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how a simple free program like Picasa can spiff-up images. Learn why file size and output format are important, how to set them and how to store images safely. January 2 - Using All Your Camera’s Features.Learn why controls are important, the basic controls: auto/program, scene, aperture, shutter, ISO, white balance, flash versus ambient light, depth of field and shooting panorama and HDR images.

Do you have some new pictures to share at this meeting? Please email them, or bring a print, thumb-drive or CD to the meeting. Tell us how and where you shot and processed them. This is not a competition. There are no fees or dues. For technical details or to be included in our emails, please contact david.of.oro@gmail.com.

Pickleball Club Pres. Ted Hood 818-2281, Treas. Jack Welch 395-1205 Hours: 6-10 AM, daily; 6-8 PM Monday-Friday Trainer: Maria Welch 395-1205 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/pickleball

Happy Holidays to all! Welcome to all who spend the winter in this wonderful place. The Club is hosting a Happy Social on Saturday, December 1, 5-8 PM, Auditorium for all members and a guest. Wear happy outfits and bring something to share that makes you happy. The club will provide soft drinks, otherwise it is BYOB. If you are traveling for the holidays, please be safe. See you on the pickleball courts! Pilates Mary Ayers 638-7916 kayers9753@sbcglobal.net Mondays, 3 PM; Thursdays, 1:30 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

Did you know? Pilates is excellent for strengthening both men and women’s core muscles (the muscles located in your abdomen and back); it also helps improve your balance. It is excellent for people with back problems. The exercises are adaptable for all skill levels and will help strengthen muscles in your entire body. Give our classes a try. They are a real bargain at $8/class plus a $20 annual membership fee. Pinochle Bob Segebrecht 825-5480 Play Wednesdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Come join a fun group. We play single deck and rotate partners every four hands. Skills rusty? We’ll get you up to speed quickly. Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. Annual dues $5 pp. Poker

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

Playing poker with your neighbors can be most enjoyable. We play high only, five draw, five stud, seven stud, Omaha, Texas Hold’em and iron cross (criss cross). No dues. Bring your own refreshments. The dealer will ante cards for all players, which gives him control of the game. The cards speak for themselves. Absolute requirements are to leave politics and religion at the front door and come with the intention of having three hours of enjoyable, no-hassle, understandable poker. Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

Men’s Poker Contact David Habbershaw 825-2635 dhabbershaw@q.com Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis Prepare & Share Dining Club Pres. Seph Reese 825-2748 sephlin91@gmail.com Meetings in members’ homes at various times

Join us for our December progressive holiday dinner. As we meet new friends, we will meet four additional times between January and April to enjoy great meals, fellowship, meet new friends and renew old acquaintances. For additional information and to be added into one of the Prepare and Share groups, contact Seph Reese. Sun City Vistoso Quilters Carol Guibert 818-0441 carolguibert1@gmail.com September-May, Second and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/quilters.html

Our annual holiday party is Tuesday, December 4, Noon, Social Hall/Navajo. We are having the pizza man again serving a variety of toppings on the pizzas. There will be a $2 pp charge with the club picking up the other $3. You may bring a guest but do let us know so we can plan accordingly. Our traditional dice game will be played after lunch so bring ten five inch charm squares to participate. You may go home with enough squares to make a quilt. Happy Holidays to all.

Racquetball Pres., Len Farr 818-2105, Sec./Treas. John Wilson 818-2368 Open Mixed Doubles: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8-11 AM

Our seasonal residents are returning and our court is filling up with some good play. We’ve had some new residents join our club with new moves and strokes. We encourage all those interested in a sport that offers quick moves, eye/hand coordination and good exercise to join us. Contact our president. The club’s annual meeting and potluck is Thursday, January 24, 4:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. The fare will be the same as past dinners, namely heavy hors d’ouvres. Please keep in mind that we need members to step up and fill the two board member positions. This writer was president for three straight years. Certainly, there must be two members willing to take on this light load. Early Music Recorder Ensemble Marge Flory, 825-4580, marjorieflory@yahoo.com Tuesdays, Noon, Catalina Vista

Have a recorder (the instrument)? Want to learn or improve your skills? Would you like to play in a group? Soprano, alto, tenor and bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided. SCOV visitors welcome.

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RV Club - Sundowners Member information: Marge Allen 825-3095 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/sundowners/ October-May, Second Monday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Papago

Sundowners RV Club is a group of people with or without RVs who love to get together to have a good time. There will not be a formal December meeting; rather a short business meeting will be held during the holiday party on Saturday evening, December 15, 4:30-7 PM, Café. Several of our group will be going to Chula Vista, CA, in early December to see the Christmas lights at the famed Coronado Hotel. In mid-January we will trek to Quartzite, AZ, to be part of the winter migration of RVs there. Remember that you can have a motor home, a fifth wheel, a travel trailer, a tent or none of the above to be a member of our group. Annual dues are $10/household. Republican Club Pres. Merritt McGlothlin 520-572-7853 merrittm@nationwide.net Membership Glenda McCormick 818-1051 Third Tuesday, 3 PM, Auditorium www.scvrc1.org

There will be no meeting in December. We wish all of you a very joyous Holiday Season and look forward to seeing you in January. St. Philip’s Support Group Kirk Kuykendall 825-1693, kksctsn@comcast.net Scandinavian Heritage Club

Save the date, Saturday, February 23, Social Hall/ Navajo. More information coming in the January Tipster. Remember your Scandinavian dishes to share.

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

The Scrabble Club welcomes new members. We invite you to join us, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced player. The Official Scrabble Player’s Dictionary is our spell-check dictionary; we have several on hand as well as Scrabble sets. Call Bill Wallace or Corinne Kulick 825-7673.

Seniors for Kids Jean Sax 818-2410 Meet September-May

Thanks to your support, this Christmas our club will contribute to the Vistoso Cyclists’s Bag-A-Thon , purchase gift cards for YOTO (Youth On Their Own) and provide gifts for 25 children through Catalina Community Service’s Adopt-a-Family for Christmas program. You helped in many ways. Call Jean Sax if you purchased Fry’s Gift Cards; Grant Bergemann 825-9703 for entertainment books. You have also helped by purchasing coffee, doughnuts and treasures at the Courtyard Sale, as well as donating cash. We buy raw materials and turn them into toys, blankets and other handmade items for kids. We also support other charities with food, diapers and clothes for local children. We all work together to improve the lives Sun City Vistoso Tipster, Febraury 2011

of children in our area who don’t have many advantages, but can achieve great goals with some assistance. We need willing hands to continue these efforts. Please consider donating your time and talents to Seniors for Kids.

Sewing - Thimblelenas Patty Phillips 520-591-6599 Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/

The next orientation/sewing machine and monitor classes will be held Friday, December 14. Those wishing to take either or both must sign up at the message center in the sewing room. If you wish to take the serger class, call Bobi Borenstein 825-8856. Please note: You cannot take the serger or the monitor class unless you have taken the orientation class. Registration will not be taken by phone. Questions, call Patty Phillips. Casa Amigas Karen Hasselbach 520-360-0215 Mondays and Thursdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/CasaAmigas.html

Packaged quilt-top kits are now available to sew at home. This is an easy project with straight sewing. We will be glad to get you started. Washable fabrics are always needed to make clothes for children. By making pants, tops, vests, pajamas, bibs, dresses and more, we share our talents with so many beautiful smiling children. Cheer Bears Nancy Njaa, 825-5486 September-May, Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/CheerBears.html Machine Embroidery Sharon Randall 1-414-614-5504 Training Coordinator: Karin Frohlich 825-5278 Meetings: Check the Embroidery Club website http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/MachEmb.html Pet Beds Leader Jan Bohe 825-9725 Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/thimblelenas/PetBeds.html

Holiday Christmas party for Pet Beds is December 11. Be sure to sign-up. As usual we provide warm soft beds made from washable scraps for cats and dogs at animal shelters. We look forward to your help. Sheepshead Pres. Bill Allen 825-3095 Tuesdays, 10 AM, Desert Oasis

Join us for a morning of friendship, cards and chatter. The game is well-known in the upper Midwest and is played with 32 cards. Sounds easy, right? Come next Tuesday and find out.

Show ‘N Share Marion Nelmark 825-9331 Fridays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Tohono

Make beautiful greeting cards with stamps on colorful card stock or use silk or metallic thread to embroider patterns on cards. Try the Iris Fold for a new twist. Knitting baby blankets for charity with donated yarn and

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a friendly group of like-minded people will renew your knitting skills. So limber up your fingers and find out what you will need to begin. No fees. Silversmith and Lapidary Pres. Heidi Kannengieser 825-0526 Club meeting, First Monday, 3:30 PM, Craft Complex, Silver Shop.

Merry Christmas to all our club members. We invite the new residents of our community to stop by the craft complex and explore our busy Silversmith and Lapidary shop. We are now looking to build up our membership. Stop in and get your name on our next class list. Don’t be late. Classes are held about three times a year, more if there is high interest. The benefits in joining are: You get as much help as you need until you’re comfortable working on your own, you can keep your jewelry shiny bright, you can sell some of your fine works and you, or your significant other, will have the finest jewelry in town. Our November Arts and Craft Fair was a big success. A big thank you to all volunteers.

Sun City Singers Pres. Dick Cook 850-1821 Director Don Hess Rehearsals : Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium

The Singers are rehearsing for their Tuesday, December 11, and Saturday, December 15, 7 PM, Joyful, Joyful Celebrations! holiday concerts. Bring your family and friends to one of these lively programs of Christmas and Chanukah music. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday season.

Ticket sales Monday through Saturday, December 3-8, 10 AM-12:30 PM, Social Hall. Tickets $5 pp.

Sun City Singles Pres. Jinnie Wilson 825-6674; VP Jan Buchel 825-6735 Co-Sec. Elnora Borchers 825-3274/Polly Reinacker 818-2755 Treas. James Moore 825-2333 Dinner Meetings, Second Thursday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Happy Hour, Last Friday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/singles/

We have a different chef for our December 13 dinner. The menu is Caesar salad, roast beef, smashed potatoes, roasted fresh vegetables and for dessert Kahlua chocolate thunder cake. Entertainment, will Singles members enjoying the Happy be performed by the Sound Hour social get together. Waves, a children’s choir. Happy Hour is December 28, with bingo for entertainment.

Tickets: $17 pp for dinner and $7 for Happy Hour. Ticket sales: Thursday, December 6, 10 AM-Noon and Friday, December 7, 1-2 PM. Happy Hour tickets only, on Monday, December 24, 10-11 AM.

Singles golf is Sunday, December 2, 2 PM. Contact Joe Tompkins 818-9526. With great pleasure we announce the opening of our Singles website www.scovaz.com/clubs/singles. We thank Peggy Bucholz for putting this great site togethSun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

er. Check it out and see whether your picture is there.

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

There is no meeting in December so I will tell you about January 28. Common Hope Vision Team Trip to Guatemala: Jim and Marsha Benshoof will give a presentation about a week of volunteering for Common Hope in November 2011. Learn about the mission, which focuses on education for children and support ser- Club members Tom and Rose Mary Meyer vices for their families in ready for the All Souls Procession event. and near Antigua Guatemala. We will also hear about their participation at a Spanish language school and connections with two other service organizations. For advance information: www.commonhope.org. Save the weekend of January 26 and 27 for our Mata Ortiz Pottery and Zapotec Rug Show. See Coming Events section. Stained/Fused Glass Club Steve Taillie, 825-8804, cell 869-2441 Wye Mace, 825-8738 (fused glass) Fusing: Sundays, 6-8 PM, Tuesdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Stained Glass: Wednesdays, Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Open Studio: Tuesday-Sunday, 8 AM-5 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed

Mark your calendars for the next club meeting on Wednesday, December 5, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed. You will be able to pay your 2013 club dues of $10 with a check payable to SCOV-Stained Glass Club. Our club meetings are always open to any SCOV resident. The Club’s Holiday Brunch is Sunday, December 9, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. Punch will be available before the meal and entertainment will follow the meal. Tickets are $10 pp and can be purchased from a studio monitor. This is a final call for tickets. Most of our current club information is emailed to members. If you are not getting emails, please contact John Ragona jhnragona@aol.com. We welcome your ideas and input. State Clubs Michigan’s Spring Party Is Coming!

Michiganders, mark your calendars for our Michigan Champagne Brunch, Sunday, February 24, Auditorium. You will not want to miss this one. We are in the planning stage and need volunteers to make this party a success. Contact Del Salvaterra 8345146 dslittlebrowngal@gmail.com.

Minnesota Club

Everyone from Minnesota, as well as their friends and neighbors, are invited to our annual dinner Saturday, February 16. Social Hour 5:30 PM, dinner by Culinary Design Catering 6:30 PM. Again this year we are fortunate to have Wendy Sweet providing our entertainment.

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Save Friday, February 15, 6 PM, Social Hall for a fun get together! We look forward to visiting with friends and neighbors who have lived in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. See January Tipster for more information.

Tapestry Rug Hooking Ann Feeney 818-0340 Thursdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/Ceramics

We are always happy to enroll new members or have residents interested in rug hooking come see us. Tennis Women: Marge Allen 825-3095 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 AM-Noon http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/tennis Men: Jan Fritz 818-9683 Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 7 AM-Noon Mixed Doubles: Sundays, Lue Satterfield 825-4709, 1-3 PM

Wisconsin Party Planning Session

The first meeting of the Wisconsin Club Planning Committee is Wednesday, December 5, 3 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec. If you wish to assist or have ideas to share, please attend. The Wisconsin Party will be Friday, March 22. Contact Phil Weinberg 818-3047. Senior Olympics Swim Team Gordon Gillin 825-8261 swimgordon@aol.com

Our team roster is filling up fast. New members should call Gordon Gillin as soon as possible for our season starts in January! The Tucson meet is Thursday January 24! We plan four clinics before the season. Our regular coaches: Joe Bolze, David Goodman, Gordon Gillin and Peter Nelson will help you. Clinics are Fridays December 14 and 21, January 11 and 18, 2-4 PM, Aquatic & Fitness Center pool. Emphasis is on stroke technique, training workouts, starts and turns. Try to attend some or all of these, or continue to work out on your own. The date of the March swim meet at Green Valley is yet to be determined.

Table Tennis Co-Chairs: Les Berlot 818-6463; Ann Owen 343-0335 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/tabletennis/

We have play at all levels of ability. The best time for new members is Saturdays at 10 AM, Catalina Vista. Paddles and balls are available. Tuesday January 8, 5 PM is our annual meeting to discuss necessary business and to elect officers for 2013. Location of meeting will be in the Catalina Vista/Table Tennis room. Regular play will resume after the meeting.

Table Tennis hours of club play, Catalina Vista: Women Tue., 1:30-3:30 PM Men/Advanced Women Tue., Thu: 5-8 PM Men/Women Recreational Wed., Fri. 4-6 PM Open Club Play Fri., 6-8 PM Clinic by Appointment Sat., 9-10 AM Open Club Play Sat.,10 AM-Noon

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Thanks to Marge Allen, Lue Satterfield, Sheila Mahr and Jan Fritz for their service on the board and welcome to Sandy Fritz, Laurie Chikusa, Ruby Fuhrmann and Karen Lee. The men’s super senior team is in El Paso this month for their sectional tournament. Good luck to them and their entourage. Congratulations to the women’s team. Co-captained by Pat Winder and Carole Brown, they competed in inter-club play against El Con, Tucson C.C. and La Paloma C.C. Members were: C. Brown, J. Ostrander, R. Binney, J. Farmer, R. Fuhrmann, K. Lee, J. Hood, S. Otus, S. Patterson, J. Nimrod and P. Small. There were 25 women competing in the Halloween event. A great time was had by all. December 16, Holiday luncheon and entertainment. January 27, annual concert. Watch for ticket sales. Members wishing to be on the e-mail list contact John Wilson Wilsonj@msu.edu. Travelogue Jim Huffer 825-8743 September-May, Third Monday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo

Gordon McCall, a nearby Oro Valley resident, will present Venice, A Unique and Dramatic Charm. This DVD program includes the extraordinary allure and beauty of Venice and its islands while providing the viewer with a much deeper context for experiencing its uniqueness. It will describe Venice’s long and fascinating history represented in its canals, architecture and culture. An introduction and post-viewing discussion is included. Theatrical Club - SRO (Standing Room Only) Pres. Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 VP Joe Guenther 825-7703

Our spring show is under way. Rehearsals start in January. Anyone who could help with sound, run a spot light, or build some flats, please volunteer!

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Ukulele Club - Sun City Vistoso Strummers Pres. Jean James 648-1118; Sec. Jackie Brown 825-2487 Kanikapila, Tuesdays, 10 am-Noon, Desert Oasis/Zuni http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/ukulele/

later than December 1. $5 members and $7 guests. Cash only to Dave Thompson. The annual meeting with election of officers will be held at the holiday party. Annual dues $5 pp will be collected.

You’re never too young to learn the Ukulele. This is a photo of our Octogenarian club members from 2012.

December is a busy month with holiday parties, concerts and sing-a-longs galore. Nothing could be more cheerful this time of year than hearing Christmas and holiday music played on that happy little instrument, the ukulele! If you are interested in joining, come to a Tuesday meeting. We can get you strumming in no time! The first class is free. Unit Parties Unit 7 Annual Party

Your annual party is Saturday, January 12, 5:30 PM. We’re looking forward to celebrating the New Year with new neighbors and friends. Mix, mingle, munch and enjoy your favorite music with DJ Gus Dibiasi. Beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Call Judy Potter 825-9714; Marlene Lawrence 638-6563.

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

Our club offers the use of tools, literature, magnification, comfortable chairs and a forced air venting system. Aspiring carvers are welcome and old-timers will share their knowledge and expertise. Our Christmas/Holiday Party is happening Saturday, December 1, Social Hall/Navajo. A sign-up sheet will be on the bulletin board in the Lapidary Room. We will elect club officers at the party. Barkcarvers Kaaren Drent 818-2343 Tuesdays, Noon-3 PM, Thursdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary

Barkcarving is a unique and age-old craft. We harvest what could be seen as scrap wood and turn it into something beautiful. The possibilities are as endless as your imagination. We have a supply of bark and tools; you can come in and begin a project the first day. Come be inspired. Gourd Art Kaaren Drent 818-2343 Mondays 1-4 PM, Fridays 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary

Tickets $15 pp on sale in the Social Hall 9-11 AM Wednesday, December 12; Friday, January 4, and Monday, January 7. Unit 10 Party

Our party is on January 26, 4-6:30 PM, Social Hall/ Navajo. Entertainment. Bring hors’d’oeuvres. RSVP by January 20 Pat Perry 818-2568, pperry1847@comcast.net or Marsha Scoles 825-2085. Unit 11 Party

Mark your 2013 calendar for our Unit 11 party Saturday, March 2, a potluck dinner at 5:30 PM. You’ll get the details in February. If you are willing to serve on the committee, call Kay Jacobs 825-8525. Wallyball and Water Volleyball Pres., Judy Rigby 638-8800, rigby_judy@yahoo.com (water volleyball rep) VP, Bob Shull 818-0355, robertshull@comcast.net (wallyball rep) Wallyball: Tuesday and Friday, 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball Court Water Volleyball: Sunday and Thursday 1-3 PM, Desert Oasis Pool http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/volleyball

The holiday party will be held Saturday, December 15, 6 PM, Desert Oasis. Honey baked ham, turkey, pop and coffee will be provided. Members will be contacted regarding a dish. City members enjoyed volleyball and a cookout BYOB. Reservations Sun with The Highlands of Dove Mountain club. must be made no Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, December 2012

If you are new to gourd art, join us to discover the beautiful and seemingly unlimited creative possibilities of this unique craft. If you are an experienced gourd crafter, join us and share your expertise with our friendly and creative club. We have materials on hand to get you started: gourds, paints, leather dyes, tools, woodburners, books and much more.

Woodworkers Pres. Keith Carlson 742-7726 http://www.scovaz.com/clubs/woodworkers/index.html

I am happy to report that our new safety rule on eye protection is universally accepted. Thanks, guys. This month we will have our Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 12, 1 PM. Please sign up at the Wood Shop. See you there.

Adrian Korpel 818-0544

Writers Club

At present the Writers Club’s only organized activities are in poetry. Please see the Poet’s Corner.

Poets’ Corner Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762 Mondays, 9:15-11:15 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

After the Guest is a poem about death, but poems are rarely straightforward so Gregory Orr gets at his grief obliquely as in the following lines: “On the wall there’s a photo of the dead one I’ve fed with my looking as my wife feeds guests. When she stirs in her nap, when she moans or sighs, it’s no hungry ghost the night has sent, but the simple cold. I tuck a blanket around her shoulders; I pray we’ll grow old.” Themes of death and loss seem to become more prevalent as we age, but our group also produces poems of celebration, love, anger and even humor. All are met with lively commentary and helpful suggestions. Resident poets wishing to participate in these weekly workshops are welcome to join us.

Yoga Pres. Jewel Prendeville 520-395-1356 Mondays, 8:30-10AM, Social Hall/Papago Tuesdays, 10:30AM-noon, Social Hall/Dance Studio Thursdays, 4-5:15 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

The Tuesday class is now meeting in the Social Hall/ Dance Studio. Yoga classes will be on break for the holidays from mid-December to mid-January. The last Monday class will be December 10. It will begin again January 14. The Tuesday class will end December 18 and begin January 15. The last Thursday class will be December 13. It will begin for the new year January 10. Annual dues for the Yoga Club are $5 pp and each class is $7 pp.

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

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Arthritis (all kinds) Support Group Facilitator: Corinne Kulick Contact Ester Leutenberg, ester36@gmail.com, 818-0016 for time and place of monthly meeting Caregiver Support Group Facilitator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com First and third Fridays, 2-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Room

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

Residents who desire to be on our email list to receive, submit or share home maintenance information, consumer warnings and advisories, residential tax information and resident-related issues not covered by SCOVCA should submit their email addresses to cascvi@comcast.net. We are nonpolitical and are here to serve our fellow residents. Nonresident emails will not be accepted. You must be a SCOV homeowner. Emerge! Co-Pres. Betty Hansen 818-1779, Elaine Deeter 825-5388 Donations Nancy Williams 818-3178 October-April, Second Tuesday, 8:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Our auxiliary helps and supports Emerge! which is one of the main agencies in So. Arizona providing shelter for women and children who are victims of abuse. It has been named one of 50 best non-profits in the U.S. Our next fund raiser is our annual Luncheon/Fashion Show Friday, March 15. Mark your calendar and look for more information in future Tipster articles. Nancy Williams, continues to collect donations which now include cell/smart phones. Items requested this month are new women’s clothing (seasonal), children’s clothing - all sizes, diapers size 4, 5 and 6. The crisis line at Emerge! to report domestic violence is 888-428-0101. Gluten Free and Celiac Disease Support Group Contact Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Grief Support Group - Loss of Child or Grandchild Facilitator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Fourth Wednesdays, email or call for time and location Grief Support Group - Loss of Spouse/Partner Coordinator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 ester36@gmail.com Facilitator Arlene Schneider Second and fourth Fridays, 3 PM, email or call for location Parkinson’s Support Payton Davies 825-5352 or bpwdavies@gmail.com Third Wednesdays 10:30 AM-Noon. Catalina Vista/Pima Exercise Mondays and Thursdays 4-5:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Christmas Party December 19, and discussion on Parkinson’s from individual members. Come join us, learn from each other and have a nice holiday get-together. Survivors of Loved Ones who Died by Suicide Coordinator and Facilitator: Ester Leutenberg, 818-0016, ester36@gmail.com Call for time and location

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Vistoso Helpful Hands

We are an all-volunteer organization that helps our neighbors in times of crisis. We provide short-term caregiver relief, meals, light yard work and housekeeping, transportation, errands, etc, until they can take care of themselves or get permanent help. We can always use volunteers to carry our pager. See Norma Meyers, at the Vistoso Center, for an application. We will train you. To get help, dial 410-9498. When you hear the beep, enter your phone number followed by the # sign and hang up. We will call you back.

Lecture Series at St. Andrew’s

You are invited to a simulcast of the Calvin College January Series beginning January 3 and continuing weekdays through January 23, 10:30 AM, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 7650 N. Paseo Del Norte (north of Tohono Chul Park.) The website www.calvin.edu/ january/2013 lists topics and nationally known speakers: Cokie Roberts, Sheryl WuDunn, etc. Free. Master Gardeners Tours

ALOHA Oro Valley Chapter Meeting

UofA College of Agriculture and Life Sciences in conjunction with Pima County Cooperative Extension will be conducting tours Saturday and Wednesday, December 8 and 12, 9 AM, at Pima County Cooperative Extension, 4210 N. Campbell Ave. Have a Master Gardener volunteer lead you through our beautiful gardens. Groups of over eight persons please register ahead of time 626-5161.

Catalina Community Services Volunteers Needed

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees has been safeguarding and improving the earned rights and benefits of America’s active and retired federal employees since 1921. NARFE Chapter 1874 will not be having a December meeting due to the Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 4. The next meeting will be Monday, January 21. Contact Valerie H. Davis 520-908-0774.

Extended Community The ALOHA (Adult Loss of Hearing Association Inc.) meeting is Thursday, December 4, 2 PM, at Santa Catalina Roman Catholic Church, 14380 N. Oracle Rd. Michele Michaels, Hard of Hearing Specialist for the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will present American with Disabilities Act details of ADA rights and suggest a course of action. Contact 795-9887, info@alohaaz.org. Wondering what you can do for your community? Join us at Catalina Community Services as a volunteer. CCS is a non-profit organization servicing the far northwest region of Tucson. •Food Bank •Clothing Bank •Senior Meals Program •Donation Pick Up Drivers If you’re interested phone Carol Smith 825-0009. Christmas Musical

The Christmas musical by the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene will be Friday, December 7, 7 PM; Saturday, December 8, 3 and 5 PM, Sunday, December 9, 3 and 5 PM; Friday, December 14, 6 and 8 PM; Saturday, December 15, 3 and 5 PM, Sunday, December 16, 3 and 5 PM. Admission free, love offering will be taken for Interfaith Community Services. Christmas Programs at Vistoso Community Church

Our SCOV neighbors are invited to the following Vistoso Church special Christmas programs and services: Christmas Musicale, a lovely program of Christmas music, Saturday, December 15, 3 PM; The Christmas Musicale Worship Service, Sunday, December 16, 9:30 AM; and our annual Christmas Eve Service, December 24, 5 PM. Golf Fore Good - We Care Classic

Saturday, December 8, 8:30 AM, Omni Tucson National Resort, 2727 West Club Drive, Tucson, Arizona. Players’ fees are $150 pp, $72.55 tax deductible. A delicious lunch and festive awards ceremony will follow the morning’s play, with a raffle and silent auction. Register at www.icstucson.org or call Shar Caulley at 297-2738 ext. 209.

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NARFE Chapter 1874 Meeting

Oro Valley Festival of Arts

Saturday, December 1, 10 AM-5 PM, and Sunday December 2, 11 AM-4 PM, Oro Valley Marketplace, Oracle Rd. and Tangerine Rd. - southwest corner. Free admission. Pima Community College performing arts

The PCC Dance concert Wonders of the World, under the direction of Aurora Gonçalves-Shaner. Friday and Saturday, December 7-8, Friday 7:30 PM, Saturday 2 PM and 7:30 PM. PCC the Arts Proscenium Theatre, 520-206-6986, centerforthearts@pima.edu. Dancers explore the world’s most spectacular natural wonders and man-made structures along with the cultural aspects of each region. Ballet, modern and jazz dances are choreographed to an eclectic array of music artistically reflecting different cultures. Colorful costumes and huge projections create a globe-trotting journey extraordinaire. Tucson Dance Academy Spirit of Christmas Shows

Two venues, four shows, Saturday, December 8, 7 PM, Sunday, December 9, 2 PM, UofA Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ. Thursday, December 20, 4 PM and 7:30 PM, SaddleBrooke Desert View Performing Arts Center, 39900 Clubhouse Drive. Ticket prices vary at each venue. Discounts for seniors, children, military and groups of 10+. Purchase tickets at: TucsonDanceAcademy.com, UofA Box Office: BoxOfficeTucson.com, or ticketsSaddleBrooketwo.com. Proceeds benefit ICS (Interfaith Community Services) and TDF.

Tutors Needed for Nearby School Kids

Would you enjoy tutoring a child? Painted Sky Elementary School, Rancho Vistoso’s neighborhood public school, is looking for volunteers to work one-to-one with students. One hour a week of your time will make the difference in a child’s education. Please contact Rachelle Ferris rferris@amphi.com or 696-3820. Volunteer Help for Greyhounds

Foster care greyhounds fresh off the track have no house experience; they never saw a TV, tile, stairs, kids, or other pets. Are you ready to watch a greyhound blossom from your one-to-one TLC and ready him or her for a forever home? Greyhounds are generally quick learners. Needed: respite foster care, a few nights of foster care after spay/neuter or when foster care person goes on vacation. Transport drivers needed to take a dog from the kennel to vet, or other trips. Contact Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption: volunteer@sagreyhoundadoption. org, 520-955-7421, www.sagreyhoundadoption.org. Volunteer Positions at St. Mary’s Hospital

We are looking for volunteer help in various areas. Contact Loveta Hearn, Volunteer Coordinator, 8725747 or Roger Coonts, Director of Volunteer Services at 872-3802, 8:30 AM-4 PM Monday-Friday. The hospital is located at 1601 W. St. Mary’s Rd., Tucson, AZ. Walk Through Bethleham, December 5 - 7

Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas and Walk through Bethlehem at Vista United Methodist Church. This interactive, family-friendly journey through ancient Bethlehem occurs on the night Christ was born. Tours every 15 minutes from 6-8 PM (lasting 40 minutes each). Call 825-1985, or visit www.vistaumc.org. Admission is free canned goods appreciated. Welcome Club Northwest

We will hold our monthly luncheon for women new to Northwest Tucson within the last 5 years Thursday, December 6, Anthony’s in the Foothills Restaurant, 6440 N Campbell Ave., Tucson, 11 AM, $25 pp. Program will be The Olde Towne Carolers in Victorian Dress. Contact Ruth Shelton 520-498-0018.

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Refer a friend or family member to The Views Golf Club resulting in the purchase of a first-time annual pass and receive a referral fee of 10% of the amount paid for the annual pass up to $400 per pass. Call 917-8068 or 825-3110 for more information. www.TheViewsGolfClub.com

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Classified The items contained under this heading are provided as a service to residents by other organizations that are neither sponsored nor supported by Sun City Oro Valley Community Association, Inc. SCOVCA assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein. BR=Bedroom; BA=Bath; N/S=No Smoking; N/P=No Pets; W/D=Washer and Dryer; LR=Living Room; DR=Dining Room; AZRM=Arizona Room; Fireplace= FP; Stainless Steel= S/S; WiFi= Wireless Internet Service Classified Advertising, $10/ad

FOR SALE: Two large natural wood cocktail tables fashioned from one olive tree stump. Irregular configuration, on casters. Are approximately 32” x 51” x 17” high. About 200 pounds each. $1,225/pair or $650/ each. Call 825-7181 to view. FOR RENT: Spacious home, 2BR/2BA with split floor plan. High ceilings, light and bright, new paint, carpet, appliances and furnishings throughout. Fully fenced yard, quiet neighborhood with great view of the Catalinas. Please, no pets, available December-May, contact Dwight at 503-560-8007 for more information. FOR RENT Mountain view home in SCOV, summer or fall 2013. Not available January, February, or March. 2BR/2BA (split floor plan). Huge, very private backyard with covered patio (backs to desert). 2-car garage. DVR,BBQ,W/D, plus more! SW Décor. N/S, N/P. New idea—try tagging on December and April to your regular three month visit (discount for the combination). 2350 E. Gerbera. E-photos; 623-308-4135; stanchris1985@hotmail.com. FOR RENT: Beautifully furnished home with top-ofthe-line amenities from appliances to linens. 2BR/2BA, 1328 sq. ft. home at 1735 E. Brokenbow Way. A great place to spend winter. N/S, N/P, 2 car garage, FP, covered patio, beautiful yard with grill and mt. views from front and back. All SCOV facilities and activities included with rent. $1,800 from April-September, $2,700 from October-March. Discounts for three or more months rental. See pictures or rent at VRBO or call Carol at 720-261-5099. FOR RENT: 2012-2013 multi-month vacation home rental. Completely furnished with great mountain views. 2BR/2BA, 2-car garage. Furnished covered patio with grill. Rental rates will be discounted for SCOV families and friends. Rentals throughout the year or long term. Call Jo (Wisconsin) 262-886-9999 or 825-0232. Photos available via email. FOR RENT: Fully furnished with mountain views. King size bed in Master BR. Currently available for monthly rental: December 2012, January 2013 and April 2013. Longer terms April-December 2013 and all of 2014. Price discounted for stays of three months or more. For photos and more details call Jan at 636-357-8817 or email janostrander2010@gmail.com FOR RENT, Unfurnished,1050 sq. ft. 2BR/2BA at 16th fairway T-box. Professionally designed interiors with granite in kitchen, saltillo tile floors, all new in ’07. Sun City Oro Valley membership available with privileges to tennis, golf, pools, Café, library, fitness and hobby shops. OV Hospital close, etc. Area west of home patio wide open desert for privacy, wildlife viewing and pet

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walking. Wonderful caring neighbors on super quiet Green Tree Dr. $1250/mo. long term; presently listed for sale. email wnguild@aol.com for photos and information. FOR RENT: Pusch Ridge view home in SCOV. 2BR/2BA, 1320 sq. ft., newly furnished Southwest style, great views from the master bedroom, kitchen and furnished covered patio. Fully furnished, new king and queen beds, 46” flat screen TV, cable, WiFi, DVD player, phone, new tile floors, office, all linens and utensils, utilities included. Available year round monthly. Discounts for three or more months. Email or call Martha for photos and information malder13@ yahoo.com; 520 395-1948. FOR RENT 3BR/2BA Claridge model, furnished, on former model home street with mountain views. Southern patio/grill/pool and hot tub in large backyard. Front courtyard and 2-car garage. December negotiable, January-April $2300. May $1800, June-August $1300 plus utilities. Discount for multiple months. Online photos available. Cynthia O’Neil 520-955-3028. FOR RENT fully furnished 2BR/2BA, 2000 sq. ft. home with fantastic direct view of Catalina Mts. Excellent landscaping with fully fenced backyard, N/S, small adult dogs OK. WiFi, BBQ, available. December-April All SCOV facilities and activities available. $2500 per month. December-March $2000 April. Call Carol at Sinclarie Associates 520-577-5120. 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. 529-2984.

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