2012 September Tipster

Combined Study Session and BOD Meeting,

Tuesday, September 25, 9 AM Vistoso Center, Apache Room

Association Committees ................ .4Association News ............................ .3Café Specials ................................... .11Celebrations and Life Events ........13Classified ......................................... .28Clubs ................................................. .14Coming Events .................................12Extended Community ................... .27Features ............................................ .11

Sun City OroValleyTipsterSeptember 2012

www.SunCityOroValley.comIt’s More Than Living...It’s a Lifestyle!

For Your Information .......................13Golf ...................................................... .9Hours of Operation .......................... .2Memoriam ..........................................13Partnered Organizations ................10Thank You Corner ............................13Town of Oro Valley ......................... .26Workshops and Classes.................12

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Sun City OroValley Tipster

Published monthly bySun City Oro Valley Community Assoc.

1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.Oro Valley, AZ 85755

[email protected]

www.suncityorovalley.com

Board of DirectorsRobert Hefner, [email protected] .............................................................................PresidentRuth Gitzendanner, [email protected] ........................................................ Vice PresidentGeorge Williams, [email protected] ................................................................SecretaryDick Brammell, [email protected] .................................................TreasurerJanice Fischer, [email protected] ................................................................ DirectorLou Gard, [email protected] ................................................................................................ DirectorSteve Knapp, [email protected] ............................................................................ Director

Management TeamBob Mariani, [email protected] ......................General Manager, 917-8080Joe Byron, [email protected] ...................................... Café Manager, 917-8074Robin Coulter, [email protected] .... Assistant General Manager, 917-8070Mary Cunningham, [email protected] .... Com. Area Maint. Sup., 917-8059Julie Foerster, [email protected] ......................Human Resources, 917-8061Kim Griggs, [email protected] ............................ Golf Professional, 917-8053Michael Kropf, [email protected] Course Superintendent, 917-8063Ken Sandrock, [email protected] .........................Facilities Sup., 917-8078Pam Sarpalius, [email protected] ................ Program Director, 917-8077Randy Trenary, [email protected] .................................. Controller, 917-8060

Support TeamJim Cundiff, [email protected] ..................... Community Services, 917-8058Lonnie Davis, [email protected] ........................... Fitness Supervisor, 917-8073Kim Green, [email protected] ....................... Accounting Assistant, 917-8062Norma Meyers, [email protected] .................................. Secretary, 917-8065Kathy Newman, [email protected] ............... Admin. Specialist, 917-8068Chris Richard, [email protected] Communications Coordinator, 917-8069Coco Sullivan, [email protected] ..............Facilities Coordinator, 917-8072Social Hall Monitor .......................................................................................................... 917-8066Aquatic & Fitness Center Monitor ..................................................................................917-8067

Editor, Layout and Design: Chris RichardAdvertising: Norma Meyers and Chris Richard

Printing By: AlphaGraphics

Tipster Editorial Committee

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 re-sponsibility or liability for the statements made in this publication.

Hours of operation

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

Café Food Service to 3 PM only .........................825-3277Sun. and Tue. .... .................................................................... 7 AM-3 PMMon., Wed. through Sat. ........................................................ 7 AM-4 PMRecording of daily Café specials ..................................825-3711 ext 205Reservations ............................................................................ 825-3277

Catalina Vista ........................................825-8613Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................. 7 AM-9 PMSat. ......................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PMSun. ........................................................................................ 9 AM-6 PM

Community Assistance - Loan RoomReservations and Pick Up, Cart Barn/Loan RoomTuesday and Thursday . ........................................................... 8-9 AM

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

Mon. Wed. and Fri. ...........................................................9:30-11:30 AMCostume Closet Call for appointment ........818-3516Desert Oasis..........................................825-0495

FacilitiesMon.-Fri. ................................................................................. 7 AM-9 PMSat. ......................................................................................... 9 AM-8 PMSun. ........................................................................................ 9 AM-6 PMPoolMon.-Fri. ............................................................................. 7AM-8:30 PMSat. .................................................................................... 9 AM-7:30 PMSun. ................................................................................... 9 AM-5:30 PMChildren’s Hours: daily ..........................................................Noon-4 PMExcept Thu. and Sun. .............................................................Noon-2 PM

Gift Shop of Sun City ...........................917-8051Mon.-Sat. ........................................................................ 9 AM-12:30 PM

Library ...................................................917-8064Mon.-Fri. ................................................................... 9 AM-Noon, 1-4 PMSat. ......................................................................................... 9 AM-Noon

Posse ................................ 449-0014 or 449-7970Pro Shop ................................................ 825-3110Mon ...................................................................................... 5:30 AM-5 PMTues. .................................................................................... 6:30 AM-3 PMWed., Thurs. ........................................................................ 6:30 AM-5 PMFri., Sat., Sun. ..................................................................... 5:30 AM-5 PMDriving Range Hours Mon., Fri., Sat., Sun. ......................................... 6 AM-1/2 hour before darkTues., Thurs. .............................................................................. 7 AM-3PMWed. ................................................................7 AM-1/2 hour before dark

Social Hall .............................................917-8066Mon.-Fri. ................................................................................. 7 AM-9 PMSat. ......................................................................................... 9 AM-9 PMSun. ........................................................................................ 9 AM-6 PM

Aquatic & Fitness Center 917-8067FacilitiesDaily ....................................................................................... 5 AM-9 PMSun ......................................................................................... 5 AM-9 PMPool Daily. .................................................................................. 5 AM-8:30 PMChildren’s Hours ....................................................................11 AM-1 PM

Vistoso Center ...................................... 825-3711After-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.

Marge Roetzel ...................................ChairJacqueline Alger ......................... MemberHarriet Diss .................................. MemberArlene Douglas ........................... MemberSally Evert ..................................... MemberPeggy Gardner ............................ MemberGlenda Gillespie .......................... MemberGeorge Holthus ........................... MemberDale Knudson .............................. Member

Sharon Knudson ......................... MemberKaren Koopmans ........................ MemberBarbara Martucci ....................... MemberAnn Owen .................................... MemberShirley Peterson .......................... MemberLouis Phillippi .............................. MemberTom Polley .................................... MemberDel Salvaterra ............................. MemberMary Ann Stock .......................... Member

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keting Committee meetings (see SCOV calendar online and as Tipster insert). And, if you have specialized skills that can provide periodic marketing support, e.g., ob-jective questionnaire and survey skills, graphic design experience and others, please contact Barbara Ross.

Bob Mariani - General ManagerNational Emergency Preparedness Month

by Bob Mariani I realize that my January Tipster article was about emergency preparedness; how-ever, September is Emergency Prepared-ness month. As a result, I want to again

bring this important issue to your attention and remind you that a small committee of volunteers has been work-ing on a plan for the Community. The committee noted above is taking a short break as many of the members are out of town. However, they plan to begin meeting again in October and can use any help that may be offered. Therefore, if you have any in-terest in assisting with development of an overall plan that will help the community deal with a wide variety of possible disasters that could occur here, please contact me so I can add you to the committee list. Keep in mind that regardless of your participation on this committee, community involvement in any plan that is developed will eventually be necessary if our residents are to prop-erly deal with a disaster such as fire, flood, earthquake or other natural or man-made disasters. If you’re not prepared to be involved in a commu-nity wide plan at this point it is vital that you prepare your household for an undesirable event that may come along. I’m sure you’ve thought about developing a basic plan for yourself and assembling an emergency kit but thought it could wait until tomorrow or that it’s not that important since a disaster will never come along. However, disasters do occur and it’s obviously too late to make plans after the event occurs. So, to avoid be-ing unprepared which can lead to unnecessary physical harm and property damage, it’s time to plan now by as-sembling your kit and making proper evacuation plans if necessary. This may seem difficult, but nearly every-thing that you need to develop a plan is available on the Internet at www.ready.gov. Take a few minutes to plan and I’m sure that even if you don’t have the need to use your plan, you’ll feel better just being prepared.

association news

From The Board of DirectorsOur MISSION as the SCOVCA Board is to lead in main-taining and enhancing the quality of life in Sun City Oro Valley as an active adult community. All Board minutes, agendas and reports are avail-able online and in the SCOV Library. Board meet-ings are open to residents.

SCOV Marketing Goal: Favorable Financial Impact for Owners

by Steve Knapp Marketing is the science and art of finding, reaching and fulfilling wants and needs. For SCOV, our marketing efforts this fiscal

year are directed by a team of Marketing Com-mittee members with remarkable marketing and com-munications experience plus understanding of the golf, restaurant and real estate markets. The Charter of the Marketing Committee is to “con-tinue to evolve SCOV as an active adult community by designing marketing strategies that target the next gen-eration of SCOV home buyers and by marketing SCOV as a community rich in the amenities desired by active adults seeking a healthy, dynamic lifestyle, including a championship golf course. Promote our community to the Tucson area and beyond, for the express purpose of attracting new residents, new annual golf pass holders and enhancing property values.” In addition, the 2012-2013 committee has been as-signed two initiatives from the retired Image Commit-tee: 1) Update and improve gateways and signage; 2) Update place names to create a more current, youthful image. It is also responsible for implementing the new brand (name change to Sun City Oro Valley) and devel-oping our standards manual. The committee’s client is SCOV homeowners-as rep-resented by its Association Board of Directors. Success will be measured by increased income at the Views Golf Course, Café and attributable SCOV home sales. The new Committee Chair is Barbara Nye Ross, who has 35 years’ experience in marketing, communica-tions, public relations and strategic planning. Members include Richard Babin, SCOV Communications Com-mittee Chair; Chuck Bahnson, IBM sales, avid golfer and restaurants owner; Harry Patterson, Coca Cola management and restaurant owner; Nancy Sweeney, Chair of Ambassador Committee; Christine Takerian, active marketing and sales management training; Lau-ren Thompson, former chair of the Image Committee; Jan Bahnson, former restaurants owner and real estate agent; Jim Mitchell, former John Deere director of ad-vertising. Additional members are being recruited. The Association staff members who support market-ing communications planning, implementation. and cost efficiency measurement include Robin Coulter, Chris Richard and Kat Newman. Board liaison is Steve Knapp, former Marketing Committee Member with 40+ years’ marketing, communications, and strategic plan-ning experience. Homeowners are encouraged to visit monthly Mar-

Wednesday, September 12, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi

An Informal Exchange of Information

with the General Manager and a Board Member

Coffee and Conversation

Week of September 3-7 Waste Management will be on a holiday schedule: trash pick-up will be delayed by one day.

Sun City Vistoso Tip-ster, Febraury 2011 44 September 2012, Sun City Oro Valley Tipster

HOT Spot Help Out Today!

The HOT Spot is for the purpose of listing help-wanted ads for various Association and Association Committee tasks.

WANTED: Person or persons with background and interest in nutrition to join the Active Health Committee. Contact Co-chair Judy Bjorling [email protected]. Also persons willing to lead or facilitate support groups in our community, contact Ester Leutenberg [email protected]. Persons will-ing to facilitate or captain a walking group, contact Del Balston [email protected]. n

The Communications Committee is looking for new mem-bers. The committee’s first priority is to determine the preferences of SCOV residents for getting information about community events and then to define and implement ap-propriate communication practices. Contact Richard Babin 520-989-3321 to learn more about the committee’s work.

association committees

Committee meetings are open and all residents are welcome to attend.

Active Health CommitteeCo-Chairs David Goodman 818-3024, Judy Bjorling 818-1296 Walking is good for your body and for your brain. Did you know that an Italian research study has shown that the most avid walkers were a lot less likely to develop dementia? It’s not too late to join a walking group here in Sun City. Walking with friends in your neighborhood can be fun and we’re trying to make it easy for you. Call or email Del Balston [email protected] 825-9681. He’s organizing groups of walkers so we can have a healthier community. Turning Back Your Biological Clock will be the subject of our October 18 program see the Feature Article in this month’s Tipster on page 11. Mark you calendar for the morning of Wednesday, November 7, when Dr. Robert Oro will talk about the Healthiest Town in America program. You won’t want to miss either of these presentations.

ARC Architectural ReviewChair Rodric T. Raynor [email protected] and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui The ARC committee has been working with active members of the Oro Valley Ham Radio Club living in Sun City to allow a usable standard for the placement of radio antennas. Our Association is grateful for the assistance residents with expert knowledge can pro-vide when working with FCC guidelines. The ARC and the Association are much aware of the limitations we must follow regarding federal, state and local regula-tions for HOA’s. Please contact the Association staff and the ARC committee before starting any installation or outdoor design change project, so our standards can be met while our residents meet their needs and wishes.

Communication CommitteeChair Richard Babin 520-989-3321June through September, meetings first Monday, 1-3 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache. Do you know about This Week in SCOV, General Manager Bob Mariani’s weekly report on community happenings? He began sending the report via email in May, but not everyone gets to see it because not every-one uses email. To address this problem the commit-tee, working closely with Assistant General Manager Robin Coulter, has arranged for the report to be made available in these locations: the Café, Desert Oasis, Catalina Vista and the Social Hall. If you can’t find a copy call Norma Meyers 917-8065. Other locations may be added if there is sufficient interest. If you would prefer to receive the report via email you can subscribe through the SCOV website www.suncityorovalley.com and look for Subscribe at the top right side of the first page. Enter your email in the blank field next to Subscribe. Press Enter and follow the displayed in-structions. If you need help call Richard Babin or John Njaa 825-5486.

Community Assistance CommitteeChair George Holthus 818-1042; Carolyn Carson 825-1514 Aluminum Can Donations: Put those aluminum cans to work for Sun City Oro Valley. 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 volunteers of the CAC delivered their first load of cans for the fiscal year. They delivered 500 pounds which netted $280. The CAC is the group which operates the Loan Room located at the end of the Cart Barn. The Loan Room is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM, and offers medical equipment, rollaway beds, cots, children’s items, tables and chairs for loan. You may make a res-ervation for items up to two months in advance at the Loan Room. The summer is a good time to visit and see what is available while the pace is slower. The Loan Room is funded by the annual Pancake Break-fast and your donations of aluminum cans. Thanks for your support.

Conservation and Energy Committee Co-Chairs Beverly Browne 825-2921 and Ed Kennedy 825-3659 Third Tuesdays, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui Next meeting will be September 18.

Aquatic & Fitness Center .............. 5 AM - 9 PMDesert Oasis ................................. 9 AM - 4 PMCatalina Vista ........................................ClosedSocial Hall.......................................Noon-9 PMVistoso Center .......................................ClosedSCOV Library ........................................ClosedPro Shop................................. 6:30 AM - 3 PMSCOV Café ................................... 7 AM - 2 PM

Labor Day, monDay, sept. 3 HoLiDay Hours


Consumer Referral Chair Don and Pat Pomeroy 825-1725Desk Phone: 917-8079 Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Social Hall Here’s how to connect to the online list of our vendors:1. On the home page: www.suncityorovalley.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.

Finance and BudgetChair Tom Wakefield 647-1452Third Monday, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache

Fitness Center CommitteeBob Mariani 917-8064Meets every Wednesday, 1-4 PM, Social Hall/Papago. We have been meeting with architectural firms to pres-ent the points that we developed regarding areas or as-pects of the Fitness Center. Our intent is to see what type of plans and budgets can be developed using the information we gathered. We continue to meet weekly, with all members of the community encouraged to attend our meetings. Our belief is that open, timely, two-way communication with continued involvement of all of us is the way to assure developing a plan that will work for everyone.

Gift ShopBarbara Farr 818-2105 and Sharon Henderson 825-0722Gift Shop 917-8051 Shop Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 AM-12:30 PM Meetings: Second Wednesday each month www.vistosogiftshop.com The Gift Shop members are busymaking items to restock the shelves. Our Artist of the Month is Lori Nale-wicki, who has been busy all sum-mer making items for display in the center front window of the Gift Shop. Stop by to see her beautiful jewelry and her one-of-a-kind clay pieces. Some of Lori’s jewelry is made with snake bones. She incorporates the bones with colorful beads to make fascinating earrings, bracelets and necklaces, perfect for gift giving and to own. Lori has worked with clay for some time and her sense of design on her vases is unique.If you would like to become a member contact Sharon Henderson or Barbara Farr.

Government AffairsChair Jack Evert [email protected] No meetings are planned until fall.

Marketing and PublicityChair Barbara Nye Ross 818-0701

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

Boom of Summer Rain Our monsoon rains arrived bringing much growth of foliage and many weeds. Please make every effort to stay ahead of the weed situation in your yard, especial-ly Desert Broom and Spurge. With the summer rains, new growth on trees also occurred. Trees must be kept trimmed more than seven feet above sidewalks so as not to encroach upon walkers or block visibility of stop signs at corners. Most bean pods are down now and should be removed from the ground in your yards. Should an emergency arise, your home address needs to be found quickly. For safety reasons, please trim any vegetation blocking numbers on your home, and make sure all four lights in the fixture are burning brightly, so that the numbers are visible at night from the street. We wish to issue a special thanks to all the resi-dents who work hard to keep their yards in good shape throughout the year, especially in the summer months. Keep up the good work.

PosseChair Del Balston 825-9681, Vice-Chair John Njaa 825-5486

Meetings: First Tuesday, 3 PM, Social Hall/Hopi http://www.suncityorovalley.com/committees/posse/

Harold Chapman receiving 20 year Posse service award from Squad B Leader Florence Duckett. Harold is a previous Posse Chairman.

Some residents have left a garage door open during the night and have been con-cerned when they didn’t get a call from the Posse. Be as-sured, if a Posse patrol sees an open garage door, they will attempt to call the occupant, or if there’s no answer they’ll call 911. However, residents should know an open ga-rage door may go unnoticed for many legitimate reasons. Spotting open garage doors is important, but it is not the Posse’s only activity. So please check on your garage doors before you retire for the night and if your vehicle is outside, place valuable items out of sight, close its windows and lock the doors. Do you want to help keep your community safe? Join the Posse.

Service Anniversaries15 years: Del Balston

20 years: Harold ChapmanPosse $20 Weekly Drawing for Service

July 9: Lesil and Joanne Bomar; July 16: Ger Krabbendam;July 23: Karl and Rosemary Dalla Rosa

PropertiesChair Steve Taillie 825-8804Third Thursday, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui

Strategic Projects Committee (SPC)Chair Ted Hood 818-2281Meets first Wednesday each month, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui The next scheduled meeting will be October 3.

Join tHe uLtimate neigHborHooD watcHKeep our neighborhood safe. Join the Posse.

Call Del 825-9681 or John Njaa 825-5486 today.


Sun City Oro Valley Community Association

SUN CITY VISTOSO COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.

Statement of Revenues & Expenses and the Results of Operations1 Month 2012-13

Jul-12 Actual BudgetRevenues:

Annual H.O. Fees 1,288,017$ 1,288,017$ 1,288,017$Capital Contribution Fee 26,550$ 26,550$ 9,420$Golf Revenues 51,702$ 51,702$ 49,905$Activities Revenues 3,784$ 3,784$ 3,600$Café Revenues 34,383$ 34,383$ 30,100$Interest Income 2,054$ 2,054$ 1,000$Other Income 45,923$ 45,923$ 26,209$

Gross Revenues 1,452,413$ 1,452,413$ 1,408,251$

Asset Reserve Contribution (950,000)$ (950,000)$ (950,000)$Capital Fund Contribution (100,000)$ (100,000)$ (100,000)$New Capital Acquisitions (3,964)$ (3,964)$ -$Restricted Use Revenues (31,356)$ (31,356)$ (9,420)$

Net Operating Revenues 367,093$ 367,093$ 348,831$Expenses:

Wages & Benefits 216,389$ 216,389$ 217,365$Cost of Sales 16,250$ 16,250$ 13,255$Utilities 88,093$ 88,093$ 96,944$Repair & Maint. 9,702$ 9,702$ 14,362$Supplies & Expenses 63,818$ 63,818$ 86,445$

Net Operating Expenses 394,252$ 394,252$ 428,371$

Results of Operations (27,159)$ (27,159)$ (79,540)$

Golf Course Revenues For the First 10 Months of the Fiscal Year

2011-12 2010-11Pre-Paid Rounds $648,228 $698,382Resident Daily Rounds $70,709 $72,412Public Daily Rounds $198,137 $201,922

Totals $917,074 $972,716

Golf Course Revenues For the First First of the Fiscal Year


Totals $45,035 $44,056

Golf Course Revenues For the First First of the Fiscal Year


Totals $45,035 $44,056

Above is a summary of the Revenues and Expens-es and the Results of Operations for the first month of the 2012-2013 fiscal year. Also included this month is a chart comparing golf revenues from last year to the current year. A copy of the report in greater detail can be found at our website, www.suncityorovalley.com. Hold your mouse over Association, scroll to Fi-nancial Strength and click. From here you may select the month’s financial reports you wish to view. Copies of the monthly Financial Statements and the Annual Budget for the 2012-2013 fiscal year are in the SCOV Library/Vistoso Center. If you are interested in more information regarding the Community’s finances, we encourage you to at-tend the Finance-Budget Committee meeting Monday, September 17, 1 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache. If you have any questions, you may email me at [email protected] or call me at 917-8060.

Randy Trenary, Controller


Tipster EditorialChair Marge Roetzel 825-9719Anticipated Tipster delivery of the October issue, Friday, September 28.Tipster Editorial meeting Friday, September 14, 9 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache. We encourage you to send club activity photos that could be used in the Tipster. Please be advised that this is on a space-available basis each month. Submitting a photo does not guarantee it will be published. We prefer photos that have some action to them. A group playing cards has more action than just lining people against a wall. Show your club activity in the photo, make it interest-ing to new members. The size of your photo is very important. If it is sent at 72 dpi, then it needs to be 12” wide by 8” tall, or larger. This allows the resolution to be increased up to 300 dpi. If the photo is sent smaller, for example 4” x 5” at 72 dpi, it can’t be converted to the 300 dpi resolution. Attach your photo, do not paste it in the email.

There are two ways to submit your photos: 1. Submit photo using the Article Form. Near the bottom of the form is an area to submit a photo. 2. Submit photo via email directly to Chris Richard’s email address [email protected].

Robin Coulter - Assistant ManagerMarketing in the Digital World

Did you know that from The Views Golf Club Facebook page you can make a tee time? Marketing in the digital world is an evolving opportunity. It seems that daily

there are new and varied methods through which one could market. So which one is the best? The answer is whatever will bring the greatest return for the invest-ment made. To measure our investment we utilize sev-eral different tools. We use analytics on our website to determine web page traffic. We purchase key words through Google so that when individuals are looking for a great place to live and if they’re over 55, our website is on the first page of their search. Just recently we have developed three unique web pages that sit outside our website. The goal is to send traffic to these promotion-specific landing pages so our marketing campaigns will benefit from increased performance and higher conver-sions. A conversion is a response to a call to action (fill out a form for some information, etc.). We will be testing the performance of the different elements that drive traf-fic (potential homeowners or golfers) to our websites and make adjustments as needed as we market Sun City Oro Valley and The Views Golf Club in the digital world.

Pam Sarpalius - Programs/Facilities DirectorNon-resident/guest sign in sheet

Let’s say that you have a pool in your yard for which you pay the water bill, electric bill and purchase chemicals. This is your in-vestment. Now let’s say that I am going to

just walk into your yard and use your pool since I don’t have one. I think you would be angry about that. Each year you pay homeowner’s dues to maintain your in-vestment in the community for facilities. Do you think it is fair for you to pay to enjoy the community and non-residents can just walk in and use the pool or gym?

Residents have brought to our attention that nonresi-dents have been enjoying the benefits that you pay for. They don’t think this is fair nor does the Association Rules are always to protect the paying resident mem-bers of SCOV. To accomplish this we now have two sign-in sheets at the Desert Oasis and Aquatic and Fit-ness Center. There is the resident sign-in sheet and a separate sign-in sheet for guests. This will help us control who is using the facilities that you pay for while protecting your investment.

Jim Cundiff - Community ServicesOffice open to meet with residents 10 AM to Noon, Mon.-Fri., Vistoso Center917-8058 [email protected]

Tips for Choosing a Reputable Licensed Contractor. Contact our Consumer Referral Services 520-917-8079 for a SCOV qualified paint contractor.• Get at least three references of homes they have painted in SCOV. Make sure the references were satisfied with the work and results.• Choose a painting contractor that is licensed and bonded. Ask to see a certificate of insurance. It’s important to hire an insured painter so you are not held responsible for any injuries to the painter or crew.• To verify that a contractor is licensed, visit www.azroc.gov, the Registrar of Contractors’ website.• Get a quote from the painting contractor and make sure the following are in writing:• Obtain painters contact information.• Get specification of the exact work to be done, including all areas to be prepared and painted. Writ- ten contacts are a must and specify exactly how your property will be protected and total cost of project.• Obtain the brand, type and quality of paint to be used.• Make sure you receive a completion date.

Warning Signs of a Unlicensed Contractor• A person knocking on your door and asking if you would like your house painted. Reputable painting contractors normally do not do this. • A person who asks for a large deposit before the work begins. A reputable contractor can order supplies and schedule workers without requiring money from you. While it is reasonable to pay a small deposit ,10 to 20 percent depending on the scope of the work, beware of someone who asks for more.• Their estimate is vague and/or they refuse to put a price in writing. Important: If you have already done business with, or have been injured by an unlicensed or licensed contractor, please file a formal complaint at: www.azroc.gov/Invest/tips_form.html

NEED HELPDelivering the New Community Phone Book

Friday evening, October 19 Organize books, bags, & stuffersSaturday morning October 20 Deliver to each residence

All previous volunteer lists have been destroyed. It is important to contact Carolyn Lerch if you can help [email protected] or 818-3319.


Sun City Oro Valley Café News Dinners this month: Endless Soup and Salad, Wednes-day, September 5, 4:30-6:30 PM, $6.50 pp. Tilapia Fish Fry, Friday, September 14, by reservation only, please call 825-3277, seatings are 5 PM or 6:45 PM, $10.95 Fried or $11.95 Baked. Endless Pasta Night, Wednes-day, September 26, 4:30-6:30 PM, $7.95 pp. (See the Café Specials section just before Coming Events in this Tipster for complete meal details.) The end is near! The Five to Free program will be ending close-of-business Sunday, September 30. Cards will not be accepted beyond this date. So be sure to get your five meals in and submit your validated card for your free entree before September 30.

Café Special Hours During Part of Overseeding

Saturday, September 22-Tuesday, October 9, 7 AM-2 PM

Friends of the Library You may already be aware of Carol Wittels’ resigna-tion as Librarian. Fortunately for us she has agreed to continue working until her replacement has been ap-pointed and trained. Carol has been the heart and soul of the library for so long it is hard to imagine the place without her. She has built up the library and its stock of books, videos and audio books. She runs many other duties, the daily operation of the library: purchasing and processing materials, developing systems, organizing the volunteers and book sales as well as the many programs we residents have enjoyed over the years. Carol has always worn many hats: she makes won-derful recommendations, matches books with readers, and delivers reading materials to residents unable to come to the library. She and Mark even mend books and clean videos in their spare time! No matter what she is facing in her life she is a constant, lively pres-ence and a friend to all of us who love books and librar-ies. We will miss her. We are planning a reception for Carol in the fall, de-tails of which will be posted in the Tipster. Please re-member to renew your membership in the Friends of the Library. The library depends on your donations for funds.

July Housing Resale Information

Resales For the Month YTD2012 13 1212011 9 90

Total sold in 2011 - 123

Welcome New NeighborsUnit # Name From 3 Curtis and Constance Arseneau Champaign, IL5 MarthaAlderandDennisGriffin Tucson,AZ5 MaureenMcCabe OroValley,AZ5 Robert and Laura Larson Livingston, TX5 Patrick and Lynn Ford Allen, TX7 RobertandBarbaraGray Tubac,AZ9 Jay and DeVone Bond La Junta, CO9 Caryl Tilden Bemus Point, NY12 AlanBelauskasandCiaWells OroValley,AZ12 C.JosephandThelmaLaFleur Tucson,AZ15 Diana Magness Midway, UT17 Anthony and Diane Del Prete Laguna Woods, CA17 Donald and Irmgard Wheeler Bellevue, WA

Lonnie Davis - Recreation and Fitness Footwear in the Gym

What to wear: Any sort of athletic shoe (excluding soccer cleats, golf shoes, etc.) will do – whatever you find comfortable. If playing racquetball, you can get special court shoes, but otherwise a good all around running or cross trainer shoe will suffice for most activi-ties in the gym. What not to wear: Sandals/flip-flops or street shoes. So when using cardio equipment or in an area with lots of heavy objects being tossed about you want your feet covered and at least somewhat protected. So please remind your guest about our foot wear policies.

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: Tuesday, Thursday, 10:30-11:30 AM, Catalina Vista.Sunrisers: Low-impact aerobics class: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:15-8:15 AM, Auditorium. Sweat Stretch: Tuesday, Thursday, 7:30-9 AM, Audi-torium.Water Aerobics: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9-10 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool.Zumba: Thursday, 5:15 PM, Auditorium.Personal Trainer: Call Ray Jerkins 219-3561 to make an appointment. Aquatic & Fitness Center and Desert Oasis: See the Hours of Operation, page 2 of this Tipster. Tuesday, September 11, the Aquatic & Fitness Cen-ter pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment. It will reopen the following morning at the regular time. Wednesday, September 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, September 6, 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.

free wifi•Catalina Vista •SCOV Café •Social Hall

•Vistoso Center/LibraryComing Soon to Desert Oasis


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Kim Griggs - Head Golf Professional September is the start of overseeding on the golf course. Saturday and Sunday,October 22 and 23 the driving range will be closed. The course will be closed Sat-urday, September 22 through Thursday, October 11. The course will reopen Fri-day, October 12 and will be cart paths

only through Friday, October 26. Walkers may still use the cart paths for their morning or evening exercise. However, please do not walk on the golf course. When we reopen tee times will begin at 7:30 AM and shotguns at 8 AM. All walkers and rid-ers must be off the course by 7 AM. Thank you for your cooperation. The Pro Shop is having a huge sale on new and used golf clubs, golf balls and golf shoes. Stop by and check it out. We will once again support Patriot Golf Days, Fri-day, August 31 through Monday, September 3. This is a very worthy cause as the monies collected go to The Folds of Honor. This foundation provides post-second-ary educational scholarships for children and spouses of military service men and women killed or disabled while serving our great nation! We ask anyone playing golf or just wishing to donate to come to the Pro Shop and drop a dollar or two in the canister.

Michael Kropf - Superintendent The month of September begins a ma-jor change of focus on the golf course. Beginning at the start of May to the end of August the primary goal was to grow and strengthen the stand of Bermuda grass on the fairways, tees and greens. All summer the fairways were regrassed,

aerified, topdressed and fertilized to encourage the Bermuda grass to grow a healthy root system and pro-vide a quality playing surface. At the beginning of September the focus changes to preparing for the next overseed. The fertilizer applica-tions are stopped and growth regulators are applied to slow the growth of the Bermuda grass. A potential problem arises if the weather is still hot during the early part of October. The newly overseeded rye grass is just starting to grow and establish, but if the weather is still hot the underlying Bermuda grass could potentially overtake the new rye grass seedlings resulting in a thin stand of rye grass in January. The ultimate goal is to establish a healthy stand of Bermuda grass that will provide a good base for over-seeding, and still be strong enough to survive the win-ter and transition back in May. This winter there will be a major focus on trying to alleviate the salt buildups in the soil from the reclaimed water. This will be ac-complished by monthly aerifications and applications of soil penetrants to encourage leaching of the salts away from the roots. Hopefully, Mother Nature will help with some winter rains to help wash the salts out of the soils.

Golf Advisory

Chair Preston Sheriff 825-3101First Wednesday, 2 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache Our next meeting is September 5. The meetings last an hour. Please join us for information regarding the golf course and the men’s and women’s weekly clubs. The Golf Advisory Committee is looking for a non-golfer to be a Member-at-Large. If you are interested please call 825-3101 or email me at [email protected] for information.

The Views 18-Hole Men’s Golf Club Pres. Dave Heaps 818-6691

Membership Dick Boss 638-6644 Play: Wednesdays We play a different game each Wednesday offering competition, fun and a chance to play with old friends and form new friendships. New members are welcome. Contact Dick Boss for information. Special events scheduled for the 2012-2013 season are: The Presidents Cup, November 7 and 14. The Governors Cup, January 23 and 26, Club Champion-ship, March 20, 23 and 27; The Views Cup final, April 10; and Member/Guest tournament, April 16 practice round, April 17 and 18 tournament. Points for The Views Cup qualification will start November 6. The Men’s Club first Bash of the season will be held October 24.

Men’s 9-Hole Golf Club Pres. Jon Olson 818-3705

Membership: Jack Saatkamp 825-4376 Play Thursdays The next regularly scheduled meeting will be after play November 8. All men, including nonresidents, are welcome to join the club. Contact Jack Saatkamp.

The Views Women’s Golf Club Pres. Mary Ellen Tovatt 818-6290 Membership Nancy Larson 989-0453 Play: Tuesdays

The course will be closed for overseeding Saturday, Sep-tember 22 through Friday, October 12. It will be cart paths only Saturday, October 13 through Friday, October 26. If you would like to play other courses during this period, talk to Kim or Rick. They will be able to arrange times and advise you of green fees. You may also use GolfNow.comfor tee times and rates. A reminder: shotguns are scheduled for 11:30 AM. Our 2012-2013 season begins November 6 with the Welcome Back Party (appetizers and drinks) and the general meet-ing following golf, 4-6 PM, Auditorium. Sign up in the bind-er in the Pro Shop. This year Debbie Allen and Tamara Sanderson are co-captains for Ironwood and Barb McNeill is Catalina Cup captain. If you would like to play in these tournaments please call them for further information.

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SCV Women’s 9-Hole Golf Club Pres. Sharon Heaps 818-6691 Membership Kate Young 248-0030, Gerry Dugan 825-5766 Play: Thursdays The first Thursday was another fun summer day of golf followed by ice cream sundaes and cookies. Shot-gun will continue at 7:30 AM. Sign up for your foursome in the Pro Shop. Join us for great fun and friendship. Remember to drink plenty of water.

partnereD organizationsThe items contained under this heading are provided as a ser-vice to residents by other organizations that are neither spon-sored nor supported by Sun City Oro Valley Community Associa-tion, Inc. SCOVCA assumes no responsibility or liability for the information contained therein.

AANed 407-6052Mondays, 12:30 PM, Craft Complex/TumbleweedTuesdays, 7 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

Alzheimer’s Education and Support GroupDon Dittman 551-6109Arlene Schneider 825-5741Last Tuesday, 4 PM, Desert Oasis Learn the basics of the disease and how to live with it.

Caregiver Support GroupFacilitator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 [email protected] First and third Fridays, 2-3 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Room

Civic Association CASCVI (The Civic Association of Sun City Oro Valley Inc.) is an advocatein 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 [email protected] or call Marty Abelson 825-3522

Residents who desire to be on our email list to re-ceive, submit or share home maintenance information, consumer warnings and advisories, residential tax in-formation and resident-related issues not covered by SCOVCA should submit their email addresses to [email protected]. Please note that 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 and Elaine Deeter 825-5388Donations Nancy Williams 818-3178October-April, Second Tuesday, 8:30 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache Our auxiliary helps and supports Emerge! which is one of the main agencies in Southern Arizona provid-ing shelter for women and children who are victims of abuse. Emerge! has been named one of 50 best non-profits in the country. Our next fund raiser will be Tea at Two on Thursday, November 15, information and ticket sale dates to fol-low in future Tipster articles.

During September Nancy Williams will continue to collect donations, which now include used cell/smart phones with chargers. See For Your Information sec-tion of this Tipster. Items needed include personal care items such as disposable razors, maxi-pads/tampons, deodorant, blow dryers/curling irons. The crisis line at Emerge! to report domestic violence 888-428-0101.

Sun City Vistoso Foundation The Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, a separate and independent organization from the Association, established in 1998, provides a means through which tax-deductible gifts may be channeled to suppor t qualified health, cultural, educational

and charitable needs of Sun City Oro Valley and surrounding areas. Gifts may be made at any time by check, stocks or gifts-in-kind to the Foundation, 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85755 Pres. Shirley Chorney 825-8502

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 sur-rounding areas through a tax-deductible channel. The Foundation is made up of SCOV residents serving three year terms without any compensation. Look for the Foundation’s Dispose-A-Med program in conjunction with the Oro Valley Police Department on a bimonthly basis. The next collection will be Tues-day, September 11, 9-11 AM, Social Hal. In July we collected almost 60 pounds of medications which are disposed of by the DEA.

Grief Support Group - Loss of Child or GrandchildFacilitator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 [email protected] Fourth Wednesdays, email or call for time and location

Grief Support Group - Loss of a SpouseCoordinator: Ester Leutenberg 818-0016 [email protected] Arlene Schneider Second and fourth Fridays, 3 PM, email or call for location

Parkinson’s SupportPayton Davies 825-5352 or [email protected] Third Wednesday 10:30 AM, Catalina Vista/Pima, Summer SCOV CaféExercise Mondays and Thursdays 4-5:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache During the summer we get together for lunch and conversation the third Wednesday of every month at 11 AM, SCOV Café. We will resume regular meetings with speakers in October. Caregivers and People with Par-kinson’s are welcome. In the meantime, remember to go to Ray Jerkins Par-kinson’s Exercise Class. See Workshops and Classes.

Survivors of Loved Ones who Died by SuicideCoordinator and Facilitator - Ester Leutenberg, 818-0016, [email protected] for time and location

Vistoso Helpful Hands More help is needed to carry the dispatch pager for the summer and fall. We will train you. If you can as-sist, please fill out a volunteer form at Vistoso Center; see Norma Meyers. We are continuing to sponsor bus tours and semi-nars in planning Later Life Living Options. 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.


featuresA Special Place in SCOV - Our Library

by Shirley Peterson, Tipster Editorial Committee Member “We just love this library. It’s one of the best things about Sun City Oro Valley.” That’s the sort of remark the library’s volunteers hear all the time, and they en-thusiastically agree. Much of the credit goes to Librar-ian Carol Wittels and librarians who came before her. Carol has announced plans to retire from her duties soon. Other than Carol, all the workers in the library are vol-unteers, as she was until a recent decision that the po-sition should be a paid part-time position. Since 1988 when the library was established by residents with 35 paperbacks and a set of cookbooks in what is now our Gift Shop, the library has always been a volunteer op-eration. When the Gift Shop expanded, the library moved to a corner of the Hopi Room, sharing space with billiards tables. As the collection grew, the library moved to what is now the Weight Room in the Aquatic & Fitness Cen-ter, and then to the Desert Oasis, each time doubling its space. When the Vistoso Center was acquired, the library moved to its present site. Dedicated volunteers planned, packed and organized every move. The art work in the room is either donated or on loan from Sun City residents. Library materials are selected by Carol, who is at-tuned to the reading tastes and habits of residents and stays current on new and interesting books, movies, etc. Currently the library contains about 20,000 items, hard-cover fiction and non-fiction including large print, audio books, videos, paperbacks, books by Sun City authors, reference books, magazines and puzzles, and a few children’s books and videos. Fiction books not read for more than a year and non-fiction not read for two years are pulled from the shelves and then sold or passed on to other smaller libraries in the area. The SCOV Association provides space, utilities, maintenance and upkeep for the library. However, op-erating funds come from resident donations, the sale of used books and from the Friends of the Library and the Sun City Vistoso Foundation. Friends of the Library was formed in 2001 as a membership auxiliary, and sponsors events such as the annual Books and Au-thors Luncheon and fine arts programs.

Active Health Committee - Special Guest Speaker The newly formed Active Health Committee has been a whirlwind of activity this summer. Formed to help bring health and wellness programs and activities to Sun City, the committee has an amazing lineup of pro-grams for this year. Mark your calendars for its first program Thursday, October 18, 1 PM, Social Hall/Hopi. The speaker was born in Minneapolis and was once known as Lovable Lou Riegert, the Twin Cities’ number one disc jockey. He began his television career in Tucson; is an original CNN anchorman; boasts an Emmy among his numer-ous TV awards and is a Broadcasting Hall of Fame

inductee. He’s an avid golfer and community volunteer who just happens to be our Town Council’s Vice Mayor. His name is Lou Waters. Waters haslong been fascinated with the phenom-enon of aging. At CNN, he hosted a se-ries called Coming of Age in which he crossed the country talking with experts and people of all ages to gain insight about growing older. Waters later read the best seller, Younger Next Year by Crowley and Lodge and has been talk-ing about it ever since. Waters’ topic for this October 18 presentation: Turning Back Your Biological Clock. Don’t miss this important program at which the Active Health Committee will be giving away two copies of Younger Next Year.

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September Special Dinners Coupons may not be

used for these dinners.Wednesday, September 5, 4:30-6:30 PM

Endless Soup and Salad, $6.50 pp Your choice of soups: creamy tomato basil, red chili chicken and split pea; served with tossed green salad and bread sticks. This does not include beverages or dessert. No reservations are required. The gratuity will not be added to your bill, so please tip your server ac-cordingly. No coupons or discounts will be accepted.

Friday, September 14, Seating times: 5 PM or 6:45 PMTilapia Fish Fry - $10.95 Fried or $11.95 Baked

Your choice of baked or fried fish, served with baked potato or french fries, coleslaw or vegetables with roll and butter. Reservations are required. Please call 825-3277. An 18% gratuity will be added to your dinner bill.

Wednesday, September 26, 4:30-6:30 PM Endless Pasta Night, $7.95 pp

The offerings include your choice of spaghetti with marinara sauce, meatballs or hot Italian sausage or lin-guini with white clam sauce, served with bread sticks and tossed green salad. Beverages and desserts are not included. No reservations are required. A gratuity will not be added to your bill, so please tip your server accordingly.

On The Cover...This month’s cover features a Gambel’s quail that moved into a flower bowl on resident Steve and Diana Holmes’ patio. Steve entitled this photo Quail Salad as the quailloves to eat the flowers.


coming events

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

Special Events for ClubsSee Club article for full details.

Sundancers, Watermelon Fest and Dance, Wed., Sept. 5, 7 PM, AuditoriumSun City Singles, Dinner, Thu. Sept. 13, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo.Rock ‘N Roll Club, Dance Party, Sat., Sept. 15, 7 PM, AuditoriumDay Trippers, Cowboy Style BBQ, Wed., Sept. 19, 5 PM, Sun City Oro Valley CaféDinner ‘N Show, Play The Secret Garden, Sat., Sept. 22, Gilbert, AZ Sun City Singles, Happy Hour, Fri. Sept. 28, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo.Day Trippers, Mesa Swap Meet, Fri., Oct. 26, bus leaves at 8 AMRock ‘N Roll Club, Monster Mash Dance Party, Sat., Oct. 27, 7 PM, AuditoriumLine Dance Basic Step Classes Sat., Nov. 10; contact Pat Kenwick 825-1247

Thursday, September 20Diamondbacks Bus trip

Relax and enjoy a day at the ballpark. Ride a luxury bus to see the D-Backs play the San Diego Padres. Bus will leave SCOV 9:45 AM and leave the ball park 30 minutes after the game ends. There will be only one bus, so get your tickets early. Once again we have great stadium seats near concessions or food service. No need to worry about the weather; the stadium is air conditioned.

Tickets on sale from Coco or Pam, Vistoso Center, if still available, $44 pp

Thursday, October 18, 1 PM, Social Hall/HopiTurning Back Your Biological Clock

See Feature Article on page 11 of this Tipster.

Friday, October 19Bus Trip to Tubac, AZ

Take a luxury bus trip to Tubac and visit this town of shops and cultural sights. A fun day of touring and shop-ping. Tubac is the place to find some unique holiday gifts. There are many restaurants to enjoy lunch and rest. Put on some comfy shoes, gather some friends and enjoy the day. The bus will leave from behind the Vistoso Center 8:30 AM and departs Tubac 3 PM.

Tickets on sale from Pam or Coco, Vistoso Center, September 19, 8 AM, $20 pp.

Saturday, November 10, 7 PM, AuditoriumNight of Professional Dancing

If you love Dancing with the Stars you will enjoy this great show put on by the professional, competition dancers from Tucson’s American Dance Studio. One of SCOV’s very own residents, Evelyn Richards, will ap-pear. These dancers with fabulous costumes perform all types of dance that they perform in competition. Don’t miss this fun, affordable night. Theater seating around the dance floor. No food or drinks. Doors open 6:30 PM, show 7 PM.Tickets on sale Vistoso Center, October 15, $6 pp.

Thursday, November 15, 2 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Tea at Two

Save the date; Emerge! is sponsoring a high tea. More information in the October Tipster.

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Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Classes Classes are held the fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:30 PM, Vistoso Center/Yaqui. Lonnie Davis teaches this class. To attend you must register ahead of time by calling Lonnie 825-3711 ext 136. You could save the life of a loved one or friend by taking this class. Call Lonnie to sign up for the September 26 class.

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.

Parkinson’s Exercise Classes Exercise classes are held every Monday and Thurs-day, 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.

QiGong Class by Natural Health and Wellness Club Healing Movement QiGong exercises developed by Joe Pinella are similar to physical therapy exercises. They have been adapted for people with arthritis, chron-ic pain, stiffness, heart disease and cancer. These very simple, effective, techniques actively en-gage 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.

Fall Spanish Classes The advanced class, the INTERjog class and the Beginner (now to be the INTERwalk) class all have enough students (5 minimum) to constitute 2012 classes. In order to maintain the class hours and days for each of these classes, a new beginner class would be held Tuesdays, 12:30-2 PM; INTER-walk, Tuesdays, 10-11:30 AM; Advanced, Thurs-days, 10 AM-Noon; INTERjog, Thursdays, 12:30-2 PM. Tuesday classes start October 2 and Thursday classes start October 4. All classes end the week of December 10. If you are interested, please contact the instructor, Susan Sotelo, 327-8267 or [email protected].

Sunliners Line Dance Club - Basic Step Classes You do not need to join the club to try this introductory class. Line dance is great exercise and lots of fun. We have a professional instructor and a new dance every


month. The basic step class is offered once each year and your 2012 chance to participate begins Saturday, November 10, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM, Auditorium. All Sun City residents are welcome. Contact Pat Kenwick email [email protected]; phone 825-1247.

Tai Chi Tai Chi classes will resume Thursday, Septem-ber 27, 10-11:30 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. We need a minimum of eight people to restart the class. If interested, please join us. Contact Donna Draze-novich, 572-8485, [email protected]. Clinical research has proven the efficacy of Tai Chi as a preventive and rehabilitative therapeutic tool for a variety of health issues including balance, postural stability, musculoskeletal strength, flexibil-ity, cardio-respiratory fitness, immune function and stress management. Tai Chi helps enhance self effi-cacy, quality of life and functional ability, endurance, fall prevention and reaction time in elderly persons.

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.

Dispose-A-Meds Program Comes To SCOV The OVPD (Oro Valley Police Dept.) and the Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation are sponsoring the successful Dispose-A-Meds Program in SCOV. This is an effort to make it easier for our residents to dispose of unwanted medications. This event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 11, 9-11 AM, Social Hall/lobby.

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 to date. We are still looking for used cell phones and smart phones with chargers, for those in need. Phones will be preset for 911 calls only and will be used solely by participants and in coopera-tion with Emerge! Center for Abuse. The phones not used will be recycled and the money donated to Emerge!Free Concert - Gabriel Ayala Latin/Classical/Jazz Guitar Thursday, September 13, 6 PM, Oro Valley Market-place, SW corner of Oracle and Tangerine Rd., Century Theatres Courtyard. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs to enjoy the concert. A member of the Yaqui people of southern Arizona, Gabriel Ayala is at the forefront of a new generation of Native Americans making a career performing classi-cal music. He earned a Master’s Degree in Music Per-formance from the University of Arizona in 1997, has taught at all educational levels from elementary through college, and serves as a competition adjudicator. Pre-sented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance.

ceLebrations anD Life events Eight Sun City Oro

Phil and Maude Magruder, Elaine Woods, Bob and Leslie Esparza all from Sun City Oro Valley.

Valley residents spent part of their sum-mer at the University of Minnesota Duluth Dorms. Kayaking on the Brule River was a highlight along with hiking, exercising, and taking part in many or-ganized social events. It was a great way to spend some of the summer months.

tHank you cornerThis section allows residents to express thanks to the community. Ar-ticles should not exceed 50 words and should not contain thanks to specific persons.

I wish to thank everyone for all their cards and well wishes after my accident.

Gloria Davis

We feel fortunate to live in such a caring community, and wish to extend our sincere thank you to our friends, neigh-bors, SCOV Library volunteers, and the administrative staff for their support during the long illness of our daugh-ter, Jean. The thoughtful messages and prayers we re-ceived following her death on July 11 are very comforting.

Carol and Mark Wittels

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

Residents Paul Raszkiewicz 1 July 14 Concetta Purpura 1 August 3 Delores Bigelow 1 August 15 Mike Goggin 1 August 19

Former Residents Max Johns 1 July 26

This month all The Views Golf Club Annual Pass Holders recieve a

Half Off Meal at CaféNot a Pass Holder?

Call Kat at 917-8068 to get the details on being an annual pass holder.

Pass Holder Benefits


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Aqua ToneMarcia Polley 818-9073Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 8 AM, Aquatic & Fitness Center Pool.

Art LeagueCo-Pres. Dave Dame 825-7430, Judy Bjorling 818-1296,

Colored Pencil ClubPeggy Webb 825-2731 or Betty Sarr 825-7801Meet October 1-May 15, Fridays, 9 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista

Etching - PrintmakersVickie Von Elbe 825-1329Fridays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art

Fine Arts StudioPres. Mellanie Herbert 825-2258 Wednesdays, 9 AM, Catalina Vista/Art We invite our community and friends to visit the Social Hall and review our art work which graces the walls. We love to display these art pieces and take pride in the community’s artists and their work. We’re still painting each Wednesday in our cool studio at CV and encour-age all interested members to come join us. Oil Painting - Art Made EasyMerle Broadbent 818-0098Mondays, Wednesdays, 9 AM-Noon, Catalina Vista/Art Sculpture Gene Eckebrecht, 825-2419

Mondays, 9 AM-5 PM , Catalina Vista/Art Studio We have an active studio through the summer so please join us to learn this wonderful art form. Our members are skilled teachers and will lead the way. It’s not difficult to create pieces you’ll enjoy displaying Watercolor John Ebert 818-1830 Registration: Irma Franke 825-1198 [email protected]

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9 AM-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Art

Arthritis Water ClubPres. Dawn Simske 825-0907, Secretary Ruth Hofstetter 825-8990Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:15 AM, 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 exer-cises are great for arthritis, fibromyalgia, replaced hips, knees, etc. Our resident volunteer instructors, Dawn Simske and Helen Kirk, are Arthritis Foundation trained. Dues $4/yr pp. Note time change.

Astronomy Pres. Bob McPherson 825-0097 [email protected] October-May Third Thursday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/astronomy/

Barbershop VLQ (Very Large Quartet) - Kactus Krooners Mike Moyer 818-6509, [email protected] October-May, Mondays, 11 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis

This fun, mixed, a cappella barbershop chorus will resume again in late October or November. Watch for the Tipster notice. Meanwhile, get together with some friends and just keep singing.

Bible StudyMen’s Bible Study

Fred Gustin 825-7531, Bill Moeller 825-8695, October-May, Tuesdays, 7:30 AM, Catalina Vista, Bible Study meets for breakfast every Tuesday, 8 AM, SCOV Café. Come enjoy fellowship with the men who study together all winter. We will resume October 2 for the next study session. Plan to join us then for another great Men’s Bible Study.

Precept Women’s Bible Study Linda Miller 818-2716 or Pat Gustin 825-7531

October-April, Wednesdays, 8:45 AM, Vistoso Center/Apache Beginning October 3, we will 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.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/cyclists/

The Vistoso Cyclists are on their summer schedule. Summer Ride Coordinator is Rick Haupt 520-544-0069 or [email protected] Vistoso Cyclists scheduled start time in September is 7 AM. Earlier start times may be advisable during very hot weather. All rides depart from Mountain View Plaza. Through September, riders as a group will choose des-tinations at the meeting place (Mountain View Plaza) be-fore the ride begins. See the club website for maps and ride descriptions for ideas and directions. Breakfast rides will continue on the last Wednesday of each month as selected by the riders.

Billiards Ray Hicks 825-2214

Monday-Friday, Noon-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Billiards Sunday, August 5 was our latest 8-ball tournament. First place went to Terry Henrichs, a tie for second place be-tween Don Weed and Harvey Prendeville and third place


went to Jack Matthies. There was a great group of people who enjoyed the pot-luck early supper and entertaining conversation. Please say thanks to Don W. and Jack M. for their hard work in preparing this event and we wish both our monitors, Harry and Glen, a speedy recovery from their leg injuries. Our next tournament will be Sunday, September 16, 1 PM. We encourage everyone to make plans to attend. If this sounds like an interesting sport, come give us a try.

Birders Group Marjorie Flory 825-4580

First Friday, 4 PM, Catalina Vista http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/birders/

Birding Middle Bear Campground on Mt. Lemmon.

All residentsare welcome to bird with us and attend our planning meetings Sep-tember 7 and October 5. You must contact the group co-ordinator prior to Noon the day before the trip to assure your carpool space. Meet at the parking area behind the Vistoso Center 15 minutes before the departure time. Bring lunch where indicated. Don’t forget binoculars, hat, water, sunscreen and bird guidebook. Gas money will be collected in the parking area before departure from SCOV.

Fri., Sep. 7, 6 AM Mt. Lemmon. Maggie and Roger Hinkle 818-9488. Bring lunch. $10 carpool.

Fri., Sep. 21, 6 AM Madera Canyon. Maggie and Roger Hinkle 818- 9488. Bring lunch. $10 carpool.Mon., Oct. 8, 6 AM Arivaca Cienega. Dick Larsen 825-8386. Bring money for lunch out. $12 carpool.

Bocce Pres. Karl Dalla Rosa 825-1982

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 PM, Bocce Courts Please come and join us for a fun game of Bocce. We welcome all beginners as we have many fun people who would love to help you. It’s a very easy game and we promise you lots of fun. See you on the Bocce court.

Book ClubsBook Club

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

Barring unforeseen changes, we will meet on Labor Day to discuss this year’s classic pick, The Prime of Miss Jane Brodie by Muriel Spark. Relationships be-tween students and teachers continue to stir contro-versy and, with so many former teachers in the group, this promises to be an insightful discussion. The story is related by five-year-old Jack who is closeted with his mother in a room that defines the limits of their world. This situation he doesn’t under-stand but doesn’t find particularly upsetting, thanks to his mother’s efforts to establish a sense of normalcy

in their daily routines. This is not, however, a book for or about children. Join us October 1 as we examine the concept of confinement and the bond between a mother and her child.

Great BooksPres. Barbara Gates 825-7645; VP, Sharyn Rafieyan 825-6762October-May, First and Third Wednesdays, 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Tohono There’s still plenty of time to purchase our new dis-cussion selection. Join us for engaging conversations about Living with the Past, an international collection of literature, philosophy and poetry specially selected for book discussion groups by The Great Books Founda-tion. Order the book directly from the Foundation www.greatbooks.org for just $5. This volume is part of a 50th anniversary series and includes such well-known authors as Freud, Proust and Wordsworth. Our first meeting of the season will be October 3 when we’ll tackle a portion of Marcel Proust’s Over-ture.

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

tipster fLyer coLLationHelp collate the Tipster. Once a month, residents are needed to insert flyers. Receive your Tipster early and share refreshments with us at the Audi-torium. The work is usually performed on the last weekday of the month at approximately 11 AM. Call Dave or Tempe Johnson 825-6994.

Bridge

Duplicate BridgePres. Nancy Mason 825-7015Mondays, 6 PM; Fridays, 12:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago Annual dues $8 pp payable now. Please be present 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 Enjoy playing bridge with a great, friendly group.

Ladies Wednesday BridgePres. Marilyn Smoler 818-7880Wednesdays, Noon, Social Hall/Hopi Do you enjoy playing bridge? Join us starting at 12:25 PM. Tallies are two quarters. Hope to see you there.

Marathon BridgeJune Jaeger 818-9564 The marathon begins each year in October. If you’d like to join, call June.


Mixed Social Bridge Pres. Barney Budreck 825-2172 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Sign-in at 8:15 for 8:30 AM play If you enjoy the challenges of playing bridge while hav-ing a good time with wonderful people, our morning group welcomes you to rise and shine and play with us twice before paying the $6 pp annual fee. Coffee is ready upon your arrival.

Practice BridgePres. Joe Pheanis 818-9144 Sec./Treas. Louise Lines 825-6673Mondays and Wednesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Come one, come all. Get back in the game with your neighbors. Enjoy an afternoon honing your bridge skills.

Tuesday Night Partners BridgeJan Buchel 825-6735 Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Papago Come for a cool evening of hot bridge. Be at the Social Hall by 6:20 PM with your partner. Membership dues for next year $5 pp. You may play twice before joining. However, each time you play, pay $1 per per-son and the winner will divide the prizes.

BuncoFern 825-8127, Pat 825-7198 Fourth Tuesday, 1-4 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni

CanastaCJ Barbee 825-2540, Rosemary Dalla Rosa 825-1982Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis We would love to see some new members. We can promise you a fun time with a wonderful group of Canasta players. It’s an easy game to learn and you will have plenty of help. Hope to see some new faces. Yearly dues $5 pp.

Desert Celtic SocietyPres., Frank Maisch 825-8583

Ceramic ClubPres. Carney Lewis 825-0044Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Ceramics Dues $6 pp payable. The fall board meeting will be Thursday, October 11, 10 AM and the general meeting Thursday, October 18, 10 AM, Pouring Room. The salad luncheon is Friday, November 2. Details will follow. Mon-itors, remember to sign up.

Clay ClubPres., Joan Brown 825-5793Meetings first Thursday, 1 PM, Craft Complex/Clay Studio

Computer Society (VCS)Information: Paul Chorney, 825-8502, [email protected] Gaston Meloche, 638-5404, [email protected]: Dave Johnson, 2427 Nasturtium St., 825-6994Web page: http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/computer/ The VCS general meeting is Monday, September 10, 1 PM, Auditorium. Michael Swanson, founder and president of The Computer Guru Radio Show will speak on Mobile Computing Trends. His uncanny diagnostic skills, his larger than life personality and all his faithful

listeners have made the show a huge success! Look at http://www.azcomputerguru.com/September Class Schedule Date TimeMaking a Photo Book Using Shutterfly (PC and Mac Users) 1 session Sat., Sep. 15 9:15-11:15 AM Dave Johnson 520-825-6994 [email protected] the Internet–Becoming a Web Detective (PC and Mac Users) 2 sessions Tue., Sep. 18, Fri., Sep 21 10:15 AM-12:15 PM Ron Craig 903-421-6243 [email protected] Website Clinic Who are Current Club Webmasters (PC and Mac Users) 2 sessions Thurdays., Sep. 20, 27 10:15 AM-12:15 PM Paul Chorney 520-825-8502 [email protected] All classes and workshops require registration. Reg-ister directly with the instructors by phone or email. Instructors’ names and email addresses are listed on the VCS website http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/computer. Class schedules are also available outside the computer learning center. Please note instructor’s preference for class registra-tion and use the vehicle indicated if only one method of communication is listed. Help Sessions: Tuesdays, September 11 and 25, 1-3 PM, Computer Learning Center Membership dues are $10/household starting Janu-ary 1, 2013. Checks, not cash, will be accepted for dues at the meetings or sent to Dave Johnson, 2427 Nastur-tium St., along with the application form available out-side the learning center. Membership is required for all classes except Beginning PC and includes help ses-sions 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 Mac Listserv, click on Listserv on the VCS web page. Recy-cle used ink cartridges in the bin provided just outside the computer learning center.

Cribbage ClubRobert Hines 825-2208First and third Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima Our next tournament will be September 6.

Dance GroupsBallroom - Vistoso Villanellas

Pres. George Holthus 818-1042 Membership: Aldo J. Burdi 818-3516 September-May Dances: Third Friday, 7 PM, Auditorium

Our first dance of the 2012-2013 season will be held Friday, September 21, Auditorium. It is entitled Sweet September and we’ll dance to the music of the Dance Kings. Social hour takes place 6:30-7 PM and danc-ing 7 PM.

Tickets are $15 for members; $20 for non-members and can be purchased Tuesday, September 11 or

Wednesday, September 12, 8:30-10:30 AM, Social Hall

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


CloggersInstructor/Registrar Anne Wilson 297-0843Tuesdays 9-10:30 AM, Social Hall/Dance Studio Classes will begin, November 6, 9-10:30 AM, Dance Studio, fee $4. Any questions contact instructor Anne Wilson.

Hula - Aloha Hula Sisters Del Salvaterra 834-5146 [email protected] Marietta Fowler 825-9162 Class: October-May, Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio,

Practice October-May, Thursdays, 2:45-3:45 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio. http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/hula/

Come join us October 2, as we learn new kahiko (ancient) and ‘auna (contemporary/modern) dance routines.

Tappers Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 Dancersize/Intermediate tap Fridays, 3 PM Social Hall/Dance Studio Line Dancing - Sunliners Pres. Judy Bjorling 818-1296 Membership Karen Caldwell 825-5231 http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/sunliners/DANCES:Open Line Dance Fri., Sep. 7, 6:30-8:30 PMCLASSES/SUMMER REVIEW:Intermediate Sat., 9-10 AMContinuing Beginner Sat., 10:15-11:15 AMRefreshers Oct. 6-Oct. 27, Sat., 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

PRACTICES:Intermediate Sun., 11 AM-12:30 PM (Dance Stuido)Intermediate Transition Returns Wed., Oct. 3, 2-3 PM (Dance Stuido)Intermediate Thu., 2:45-3:55 PMContinuing Beginner Thu., 3:33-5 PM All classes, practices and dances are held in the Au-ditorium unless otherwise noted.

Rock ‘N Roll Pres. Earl Cohen 818-2582

Dances in the Auditorium http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/rocknroll/

Rock ‘N Roll’s Beach Ball had a Beast show up (Walt Nalewicki) and grab the Beauty... (Kris Cohen). Photo by Lori Nalewicki.

Join us for the return of The Sixties Garage Band at our upcoming dance party Rock and Roll Heaven Saturday, September 15, Auditori-um. Doors open 6:30 PM. Dance from 7-10 PM. Sandwiches, salads and desserts from Beyond Bread/BYOB. Tickets will not be avail-able at the door and all sales are final.

Tickets; $15 members/$20 nonmembers. Ticket sales; Friday, Septem-ber 7 and Monday, September 10, 9-11 AM, Social Hall/Lobby.

It’s not too early to be planning your costume for the Fifth Annual Monster Mash Saturday, October 27, with music provided by Heartbeat. Prizes awarded for best costumes, which are not required but definitely encouraged!

Square Dancing - Sundancers Co-Pres.: Roger and Jane Radomsky 531-1054, [email protected]

Caller Ron Markus Dances Wednesdays, 7 PM, Auditoriumwww.sundancersquarestucson.com

Our regular dances resume September 5, 7-9 PM, Auditorium. You are in for a treat as that’s also the night of our Watermelon Fest. Dress is still casual until the Welcome Back dance October 31. Would you like to be a square dancer? Never tried it but you’re curious as to what it’s all about? Danced before but need refresher lessons? Then watch the Tipster for our announcement of a Fun Night October 29. For you shy gents, don’t think of Dancing with the Stars, but more like walking to the music. Our call-er will make it easy. Come give it a try. Bring your spouse, a friend or partner if you have one.

Western Dancing - Kactus Kickers Pres./Membership Del Salvaterra 834-5146

[email protected] Dances: November-April, Second Friday, 6:30 PM, Auditorium Practice: October-April, Thursdays, 6:30-8 PM, Auditorium. http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/kactus/

Watch your emails and the October Tipster for infor-mation on getting the dance season started.

Day Trippers Chair Jack Gallagher 825-4650 Membership Doris Dent 825-8009 Meetings Second Friday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Navajo

Our next meeting is September 14.Wed., Sep. 19 Cowboy Style BBQ, 5 PM, Sun City Oro Valley Café, cost

$10 pp. Monitors: LaVon Spencer 232-2157, Kathy Garver 344-9725, Marillyn Dudley 825-0138

Fri., Oct. 26 Mesa Swap Meet. Bus leaves 8 AM. Swap Meet 3 PM. Cost $26 pp bus only. Monitors: Kathy Garver 344-9725, Joan VanderVliet 825-4650

Tue., Nov. 13 Mystery Trip cost $53.25 payable Sept. 14 meeting. Moni-tor: Joy Johnson 825-0412

Thu.-Sat.,Dec.6-8AckerMusicFestival,Prescott,AZ.CometotheSept.14 meeting to hear all about it

Democratic ClubPres. Ben Love 825-8064, [email protected]; VP, Sharon Marler 825-0049August-May, Second Saturday each month; 1 PM, Social Hall/Navajo NOTE: EXCEPT: This September meeting will be September 15 (same time & place). www.Pimadems.org The SCOV Democratic club will meet September 15, 1 PM, Social Hall/Navajo. The featured speaker will be Mrs. Andrea Witty, owner of Connect-The-Dots IT. Andrea has studied in Congress and produced easily understood charts to present everything there is to know about the Health Care Act of 2012. Everyone, regardless of political party, is invited. Meet some of our local Democrat candidates! Refreshments will be served.

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Dinner ’N ShowGay Russell 825-5763; Membership, Julie Balogh 818-1046First Monday, 7:15 PM, Auditorium All are welcome to join us for our monthly meetings. Bring your checkbook to the meeting. We prefer not to take cash.

Sat., Sept. 22 The Secret Garden, Hale Center, Gilbert. Lunch at Mt. Athos. Bus, lunch, show, $70. Rachel Quigley, 825-4034. Bus leaves 10:45 AM.

Wed., Oct. 3 Spamalot, Phoenix Theatre, Phoenix. Dinner at The Old Spaghetti Factory. Bus, show, theatre tour, dinner, $75. Kathy Garver, 344-9725.

Wed., Oct. 31 Annual Halloween event at Gaslight with The Phantom of the Opera. Ice cream treat at intermission. Bus, show, ice cream, $37. Marilyn Schwartz, 825-9174.

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

Discussions GroupsGreat Decisions

Jim Huffer 825-8743September-May, Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 11 AM, Social Hall/Navajo

The first meeting in the fall series will be September 12, 11 AM (new time). We will present from the PBS video-series Frontline: Money, Power and Wall Street and probe the story of how the big banks developed and crashed and whether they still present dangers. On September 26 we will continue the same subject.

Dog Club - Fido’s Friends Pres. Marge Gustafson, [email protected] Membership, Elaine Deeter, 825-5388 Meetings: Third Thursday, November-January and March

2 PM, Social Hall/Hopi It is up to all dog owners to protect their pets from wildlife here in the desert. Coyotes, bobcats, javelinas, snakes and toads all pose threats to our pets. It is important to keep pets leashed and closely supervised. If you see wildlife on your walks, guide your dog away and keep clear of any interaction. One good way to offer your dog some free-running fun is to join Fido’s Friends and bring your dog to the Dog Park in Sun City so that the dog can enjoy off-leash exercise with other dogs in a safe, fenced-in park. Call Elaine to inquire about membership in Fido’s Friends and access to the Sun City Dog Park.

Energetic Exercise Carole Tracy 825-1187

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:25-9:30 AM, Auditorium It’s back to school time for your body. We have class-es that will prepare your muscles and joints to do all those activities you enjoy – with greater strength, bal-ance and flexibility.Professional instructor Sally Martinez has been our teacher for over 17 years and is expert at working with seniors. She’s both inspiring and encouraging. You’ll be amazed at how good you’ll feel! New members, men and women, are always wel-come. Your get-acquainted class is free. Annual dues $3. Class tickets are a bargain, only $30 for 12 classes.

EuchreJack 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 StrategiesJim Huffer 825-8743First and Third Tuesdays, 9 AM, Social Hall/Hopi We meet September 4, with a guest presenter: Wendy Wise, CLU, FLMI, ChFC representing State Farm on the subject of Managing Risk. September 18 we will bring our own investment ideas to the meeting and research them together, using one of the commercially available programs.

Vistoso Native American Flute Circle Peggy Webb 825-2731, Member information: Ed Pendrys 825-7151 No meetings June-September Our next meeting will be in October.

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

Monsoon sunset July, 15, 2012.

If you enjoy gardening andhave time to pursue it, we in-vite you to join our Garden Club. Our first meeting of the season is October 10. At our meetings, we conduct a brief business meeting and have a social time with re-freshments, followed by a gar-dening related presentation by a professional speaker. October’s topic is landscaping small areas including dish gardens and hanging gar-dens. If you are new to the Sonoran Desert, we are a club-seeking to answer your gardening questions. You are welcome to join us as a guest for two meet-ings find out what our group is all about. Annual dues are $5 pp.

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

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Our regular meetings resume October 9. Patti Albaugh, the newly-elected President of the SaddleBrooke Genealogy Club, is our guest speaker. She has a Ph.D. from Ohio State and is an Emeritus Professor at Otterbein University. Her topic is Don’t Brag: Inform and Inquire! or turning those dreaded Christmas letters into genealogy news your family won’t laugh at. Our dues are on a calendar-year basis, so you’ve probably paid for 2012. If you’re just joining, you may give your check to our new Treasurer Shirley Dubansky 818-0516.


Gin RummyGeorge Riley 818-0877Mondays, 6:30 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztec Thursdays and Saturdays, 9 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec We play team games by drawing cards for partners with no choice of teammates or tables. There are no dues or fees for this club. Games are comparatively low stakes. Call George or Bev Riley.

Gun Club Pres. Warren Cuthbert 818-1282 Meeting Second Wednesday, October-May, 2 PM, Social Hall/Papago Club does not meet June-September The Gun Club is for people who have an interest in learning about guns, shooting, personal protection and firearm safety. The first Gun Club meeting this year will be on Oc-tober 10, 2 PM, in a new location, Social Hall/Papago. Please plan to attend so we can make some decisions about the club. We have a very exciting program for our Novem-ber 14 meeting. Claud Smith, Special Agent, (Retired) Criminal Investigations Department, IRS (Internal Revenue Service) will talk about the activities of this department and the firearms they utilized. (Remem-ber it was the IRS that got Al Capone) Mr. Smith also worked for Secret Service guarding the President and others and will talk about these activities and the fire-arms used. Mr. Smith worked undercover on combined task forces with the IRS, Secret Service, FBI and DEA.

Hand and FootBonnie Arneson 229-1084Sundays, 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.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/havurah/ We are a welcoming group that shares an interest in Jewish culture. Many of our activities are centered around eating and socializing. Members are reminded to wear nametags and bring nonperishable food items for Catalina Community Services to all general meet-ings and social events. Our first general meeting of the season will be Oc-tober 15. Watch for further information in the October Tipster.Upcoming September activities:Mon., Sep. 10, 11:30 AM-1 PM, Catalina Vista. Ladies’ Brown Bag Lunch,

Bring your lunch and visit.Mon., Sep. 17, 5:30 PM, Catalina Vista. Rosh Hashanah dinner. Tickets

are $28 current members. If you haven’t bought your tick-ets yet, call Yetta Dritch 825-0335 or Addie Ford 825-4038. Tickets $28 (including tax and tip) for paid-up members.

Annual dues of $10 are payable by check only to Sun City Oro Valley Havurah at the general meeting or mail to Bernie Greenapple, 1832 E Anza Way.

Hiking Club Jim Williams 818-2226, for new member orientation hike

information. http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/hiking The recent death of two younger hikers and finding a 70-year old hiker alive after some 33 hours remind us that one’s ability to hike in the heat is a personal thing. Some of us may require more water or electrolytes than another person. Some of us might heat up more quickly or use more energy, thus requiring more food. It’s important to know who you are when you set out on a trail. Remember, you can always bring home what you don’t need/use, but if you need that water/food/electrolytes and don’t have it, you’re in trouble. Know yourself, stay safe and all your hikes will be enjoyable. For information on the September trip to the Sawtooths, contact Gaston Meloche [email protected].

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 RetirementPres. Jane Arndorfer, [email protected]: Sharyn Rafieyan, [email protected]: Milt Damlich, [email protected] and Short Subjects: Wendy Baumann, [email protected] Rowena Hardinger, [email protected] http://SunCityILR.com One more month before ILR classes and Samplers begin. If you’re wondering about your class enrollment, check the ILR cabinet in Catalina Vista to view the class lists. Some classes begin the first week of Octo-ber, several begin later in the month or in November. The class on Your Spine and Your Balance is closed. Continuing the tradition of past years, Dr. William Fry will be our first Sampler speaker Thursday, October 4, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista. This popular speaker on Ameri-can literary figures will present Writers Running Wild, about writers who broke the rules but established a genre of literature emulated by successive writers. As always, Samplers are open to all, no sign-up, no fees.

Japanese Flower Arranging ClubDonald Marier 825-4878 [email protected] Oliver 818-1512 [email protected], Second and Fourth Mondays, 2-4 PM, Catalina Vista/Pima

Karate Club Pres. Fred Hargrave 825-1779

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Mah Jongg Pres. Jenny Clark 818-3815 Sec. Sonny Kaye 825-8546

Thursdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Business meeting, First Thursday

Mah Jongg is interesting, challenging and a wonderful way to keep brain cells working. Stop by some Thurs-day afternoon to see what it’s all about. The club would be delighted to welcome anyone who hasn’t played for a while. Come get acquainted and brush up on your playing. Dues $5 pp, cash only, are now being collected on game days by Secretary, Sonny Kaye.

Mexican Train Dominoes Pres. Judy Rigby 638-8800 Membership Wye Mace 825-8738

Second and Fourth Saturdays, 6 PM, Catalina Vista

Modelers ClubPres. Dave Sarther 825-3767, [email protected], Meetings: Second Friday, 8 AM, Catalina Vista/Pimahttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/modelers All SCOV residents are welcome to join us at our regular monthly meetings. We welcome new mem-bers, 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 serve as a conduit for our discussions. A mem-ber’s scale model may be an example of something another member may have had some first-hand expe-rience with either in designing, building the prototype, operating the prototype or just being a person who enjoys having researched a prototype and can share their knowledge. Come and join us if you enjoy build-ing models or just learning more about modeling. Of-ten club members and their spouses or guests enjoy field trips around Tucson to discover the many hidden treasures found right here in our area.

Natural Health and Wellness ClubEster Leutenberg 818-0016 [email protected] Wednesday, 11:30 AMhttp://www.suncityorovalley/clubs/healthwellness Our mission: To discuss and share natural approaches to health and wellness. Check out our calendar of events on our club web page listed above. Dues $5/year pp. Regular meetings will be replaced with monthly lunches through October on the same meeting day of the month. It’s a good time to share and visit with other natural health-oriented folks. September 19, we’re eating at Claire’s Cafe and Art Gallery, Coffee Shop in Catalina, 16140 N. Oracle (across from Catalina Post Office and next to Best Hardware). Demo/talk: gluten free and organic food approaches. RSVP’s will be accepted two weeks prior to the lunch date, only room for 30 club members. RSVP to Marsha Scoles by email (preferably) at [email protected] or call Marsha 825-2085. Also note the club is sponsoring weekly QiGong classes. See Workshops and Classes page 12.

Women’s Pan (Panguingue)Ena Mindel 818-7780Mondays, 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 ClubPres. Dave Henderson 825-0722Meeting Second and Fourth Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Catalina Vistahttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/photoclub

Mom and baby photo by Dave Henderson.

We offer comprehen-sive educational and instructional programs with guest speakers, challenging photo com-petitions, monthly ex-hibitions and computer and equipment instruc-tion in our modern pho-tography lab. We are a social club. We have several fun field trips and a couple of wine and cheese socials each year. Club board meeting Tuesday, September 11, 1-2 PM, Catalina Vista photo lab. Open to all members.Tuesday, September 11, 2-4 PM Lab instruction and help session. Sign up sheet on the lab door.Wednesday, September 12, 6:30 PM Program meeting. Fred Hood from Jones Photo will give a talk on photo processing and photography. Wednesday, September 26, 6:30 PM Competition meeting. The cat-egory is Open. Come join us. Guests are always welcome.

Photo Workshop Club David Smoler 818-7880, [email protected] First Wednesday, 6:30 PM, Social Hall/Hopi http://www.suncityorovalley.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 regard-less of equipment and skill level.October 3 Topic: Digital Photography, The Basics - Learn about types of cameras, their strengths and weaknesses, and how best to begin using them. If you own a digital camera and have been taking pictures for a while, even if you consider yourself expert, you may get new insights into digital photography. We will discuss both the philosophical and practi-cal aspects of this medium. If you have some new pictures to share at this meet-ing, 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 [email protected].

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.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/pickleball


PilatesMary Ayers 638-7916 [email protected] Mondays, 3 PM; Thursdays, 1:30 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio

PinochleBob Segebrecht 825-5480Play Wednesdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni Come join a fun group. We play single deck and ro-tate partners every four hands. Skills rusty? We’ll get you up to speed quickly. Bring 50¢ for your tally. The first Wednesday of each month is treat night. The third Wednesday is birthday night. Dues $5 pp for the cal-endar year.

Poker

Men’s Friday Poker George Rose 520-303-2019 [email protected]

Fridays, 5:45-8:45 PM, Desert Oasis Playing poker with your neighbors can be most enjoy-able. 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 re-quirements are to leave politics and religion at the front door and come with the intention of having three hours of enjoyable, no-hassle, understandable poker.

Men’s Poker Contact David Habbershaw 825-2635 [email protected]

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 PM, Desert Oasis We play Texas Hold’em, Omaha and variations on Seven Card Stud. Games are high/low except Texas Hold’em. The cards speak for themselves. We’re look-ing forward to seeing returning players and hoping for some new ones.

Prepare & Share Dining ClubPres. Seph Reese 503-375-7620 [email protected] meeting Wednesday, October 31, 5 PM, Social Hall/Navajo Our general meeting in October will be a Halloween party catered by Wildflower Grill. Membership is open to anyone who wants to explore new food and recipes, make new friends and enjoy good meals and conversation. Annual dues $5 pp will be collected in September and October. During December, January, February and March we will meet in small, randomly-assigned groups in mem-bers’ homes.

Sun City Vistoso QuiltersCarol Guibert 818-0441 [email protected], Second and fourth Tuesdays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Aztechttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/quilters.html Welcome back quilters! We have put together a very fun year for our quilters. September 11 will be our first fall meeting. Share with us your summer travels espe-cially to quilt shops. I will be passing out the tentative schedule of meetings/activities for the year. Don’t for-get to bring your Show and Tell at the September 25 meeting step one of our six month mystery quilt will be handed out. The first step is fabric yardage and cut-

ting. It will also be posted on our website http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/Quilters.

Racquetball Pres., Len Farr 818-2105, Sec./Treas. John Wilson 818-2368

Open Mixed Doubles: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8-11 AM We play as early as 7:30 AM. Join us for good qual-ity racquetball and excellent exercise.

Early Music Recorder EnsembleGinny Phillippi 825-0648 [email protected], 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, bass recorders welcome. Enjoy the harmonies of an ensemble. Music is provided. SCOV visi-tors welcome.

RV Club - Sundowners Member information: Marge Allen 825-395 http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/sundowners/

October-May, Second Monday, 9 AM, Social Hall/Papago A trip to Death Valley, California, November 5-12, be-gins our season. We will have a Christmas trip to Chula Vista, California. A reminder, you don’t have to have an RV to join in the fun.

Republican ClubPres. Merritt McGlothlin 520-572-7853 [email protected] Membership Glenda McCormick 818-1051 Third Tuesday, 3 PM, Auditorium www.scvrc1.org At our September 18 meeting we expect to have Chris Desimone and Joe Higgens from the Wake Up Tucson KVOI radio show. They have a big following and it should prove to be a lively and entertaining program. We expect to have a report on the Republican National Convention. We look forward to seeing you. Guests are welcome.

St. Philip’s Support GroupKirk Kuykendall 825-1693, [email protected] The St. Philip’s Support Group will meet for a catered dinner Friday, November 9, 5 PM, Social Hall/Navajo, $20 pp. Members will be contacted by phone at a later date to get your commitment to attend this dinner.

Scrabble Bill Wallace 818-6747

Play: Fridays, 1 PM, Desert Oasis/Zuni The Scrabble Cub welcomes new members. We invite you to join us, whether you are a beginner, in-termediate or advanced player. The Official Scrabble Player’s Dictionary is our spell-check dictionary and 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


Sewing - Thimblelenas Patty Phillips 520-591-6599

Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-Noon and 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/Sewing http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/ Thimblelenas website has been updated. http://sun-cityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/ Changes in-clude: Cheer Bears instead of Trauma Teddies; added the most recent meeting minutes and more links on the Quilters and Machine Embroidery pages. Also included on the home page in the top section of links are two new ones which some might find useful: a link to pictures of Elizabeth Stewart’s going away lunch, photos courtesy of Julie B, plus links to all the SCOV clubs.

Casa AmigasKaren Hasselbach 520-360-0215Mondays and Thursdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Sewinghttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/CasaAmigas.html Would you check your linen closet for gently used bath and hand towels, washcloths, sheets and pillow-cases? We use these to make bibs, backs for our quilts and resizing to make crib sheets. Can someone cut six inch squares with a rotary cutter (not scissors) for ac-curacy? Our fabric stash is overflowing and we need help cutting these squares for our quilts. You may cut with us or at your home.

Cheer BearsNancy Njaa, 825-5486 September-May, Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewinghttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/CheerBears.html

Machine EmbroiderySharon Randall 1-414-614-5504http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/MachEmb.html Pet BedsLeader Jan Bohe 825-9725Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Craft Complex/Sewinghttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/thimblelenas/PetBeds.html We decided not to meet on a recent Tuesday after-noon because we didn’t have any fabric to cut up for the pet beds. Please check your washable fabric supplies for scraps that we can use. We have supplied the Humane Society with 139 pet beds so far this year. If you would like to volunteer to help cut fabric, please join us. The dogs and cats really enjoy their soft washable beds.

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

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. Knit-ting baby blankets for charity with donated yarn and 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 LapidaryPres. Heidi Kannengieser 825-0526Summer hours, Monday-Friday, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex

We are busy creating many new pieces of jewelry for the SCOV Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, November 3. Take time to stop by and see our many new creations. Our craft corridor window is getting a new look and the Gift Shop in-cludes many of our members’ latest designs. Don’t be shy; walk right in. You might even consider signing up for our next class.

Sun City Singers Pres. Dick Cook 850-1821 Director Don Hess

Rehearsals : Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Auditorium Choir will begin rehearsal September 11. We will start planning and practicing for our December Holiday Concerts. If you like to sing, please come and join us. No auditions, just a love of music and the joy of singing with others. Dues $10 pp.

Sun City SinglesPres. Jinnie Wilson 825-6674; VP Jan Buchel 825-6735;Co-Sec., Elnora Borchers 825-3274/Polly Reinacker 818-2755; Treas. James Moore 825-2333Dinner Meetings, Second Thursday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/NavajoHappy Hour, Last Friday, 5:30 PM, Social Hall/Navajo We are back in the renovated Social Hall/Navajo for dinner, September 13, 5:30 PM. We have an Asian menu as follows: spring rolls, Gyoza (pot stickers), broccoli and beef teriyaki, fried rice, and Asian salad. We finish this special menu with green tea ice cream. After dinner, Western music will be provided by Dave Henderson’s group. Happy Hour, with Bingo, September 28, 5:30 PM.

Tickets: $17 pp for dinner and $7 for Happy Hour.Ticket sales: Thursday, September 6, 10 AM- Noon; Friday

September 7, 1-2 PM, Social Hall. Happy Hour tickets only: Tuesday, September 25, 10-11 AM, Social Hall.

Photo by Lou Phillippi


Spanish Cultural Gary Lerch 818-3319 [email protected]

October, November, January-March Fourth Monday 7 PM, Catalina Vista

A Zapotec Wedding and the July Guelaguetza in Oaxaca Mexico plus celebrating Day of the Dead are all part of the October 22 club meeting. Bring memen-tos for our Remembrance Table and come early for munchies. Dues $10 pp. Sunday, November 4, we will be doing a group event at El Charro’s Restaurant downtown and watching the All Soul’s Procession.

Stained/Fused Glass ClubSteve Taillie, 825-8804, cell 869-2441Wye Mace, 825-8738 (fused glass)Fusing: Sundays, 6-8 PM, Tuesdays, 9-11 AM, Craft Complex/TumbleweedStained Glass: Wednesdays, Thursdays, 1-4 PM, Craft Complex/TumbleweedOpen Studio: Tuesday-Sunday, 8 AM-5 PM, Craft Complex/Tumbleweed Now is the time to take advantage of the additional elbow room in our air-conditioned studio. Dig out that pattern that you have wanted to try and join us.

Senior Olympics Swim Team Coach and Organizer Gordon Gillin 825-8261

The team will begin training in October for the 2012-2013 season. Watch for announcements in the Tipster. We always welcome new swimmers. Contact Gordon Gillin. Meanwhile, keep training.

Table Tennis Co-Chairs: Les Berlot 818-6463; Ann Owen 343-0335

http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/tabletennis/ We have play at all levels of ability. The best time for new members is Saturdays, 10 AM, Catalina Vista. If you want to play anytime with your visitors or grand-children, call the Catalina Vista monitor 825-8613. If the room is free, they will set up a table for you. Paddles and balls are available.

Table Tennis hours of club play, Catalina Vista: Women Tue., 1:30-3:30 PM Men/Advanced Women Tue., Thu: 5-8 PM Men/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

Tapestry Rug HookingAnn Feeney 818-0340Thursdays, 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.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/tennis Men: Jan Fritz 818-9683Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 7 AM-NoonMixed Doubles: Sundays, 1-3 PM, Lue Satterfield 825-4709 This is the time of year when everyone begins to think about the fall and our full schedule of tennis. All tennis club events and their times will be posted at the courts, on our website and in the Tipster. In the mean-time summer hours remain in effect until November. Lights are available for cooler evening games. Hope everyone is enjoying good health and playing sensible injury-free tennis.

Theatrical Club - SRO (Standing Room Only) Pres. Lynne Newbauer 818-3516 VP Joe Guenther 825-7703 The house is dark until October. Plans are under way for the big 2013 show. Watch for auditions which will be held in November.

TravelogueJim Huffer 825-8743September-May, Third Monday, 7 PM, Social Hall/Navajo We’ll meet September 17, 7 PM (new time). We will show a new series of travelogues by Samantha Brown on her fascinating journey through Asia. Join Sam as she shows four of Asia’s must-see destinations: Malaysia, Singapore, Japan and Bali.

Ukulele Club - Sun City Vistoso Strummers Bill Moeller 825-8695 Classes, Tuesdays, 10 AM-Noon, Desert Oasis/Zuni Beginners Sessions, Fridays, Noon-2 PM, Social Hall/Dance Studiohttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/ukulele/ The Strummers continue to celebrate all things uku-lele. As always, we are busy expanding our musical knowledge and honing our skills as musicians.

Wallyball and Water VolleyballPres., Judy Rigby 638-8800, [email protected] (water volleyball rep)VP, Bob Shull 818-0355, [email protected] (wallyball rep)Wallyball: Tuesday and Friday, 1-3 PM, AFC/Racquetball CourtWater Volleyball: Sunday and Thursday 2-4 PM, Desert Oasis Poolhttp://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/volleyball

Spurge reminder Please remove spurge from your yards. Spurge is an inva-sive weed that is prevalent this time of year in our region. For more information on dealing with this weed go to this link on our

website: www.suncityorovalley.com/association/committees/Committeepdf/Neighborhood%20Pride/SpurgeandDesertBroomFlyer.pdf


Woodcarvers Kaaren Drent 818-2343

Saturdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary Our club offers the use of tools, literature, magnifica-tion, comfortable chairs and a forced air venting sys-tem. Aspiring carvers are welcome and old-timers will share their knowledge and expertise.

BarkcarversKaaren Drent 818-2343Tuesdays, Noon-3 PM, Thursdays, 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary Barkcarving is a unique and age-old craft. We har-vest 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 818-2343Fridays 9 AM-Noon, Craft Complex/Lapidary 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 friend-ly and creative club. We have materials on hand to get you started: gourds, paints, leather dyes, tools, wood-burners, books and much more.

Woodworkers Pres. Keith Carlson 742-7726

http://www.suncityorovalley.com/clubs/woodworkers/index.html The woodshop is always open. Come on in and see what the club members are doing. One important change is the newly posted rule that protective eyewear must be worn while operating a machine. We are continually striv-ing to make a safe environment for all concerned and we’re proud to see that the members are cooperating. Another round of applause for our very capable Vice Pres-ident, John Njaa.

Writers ClubAdrian Korpel 818-0544 At present the Writers Club’s only organized activities are in poetry. Please see the Poet’s Corner below. Poets’ CornerSharyn Rafieyan 825-6762Mondays, 9:30-11:30 AM, Desert Oasis/Aztec Even very personal poetry can convey a universal rel-evance in the sense that readers relate to an emotion, an experience, a revelation or a conclusion perhaps from a new perspective. In the following excerpt from The Moment by Maxine Scates, the poet expresses her discovery about acceptance of what can’t be changed and moving on: “...and the knowledge, just breaking like a crack of light under the door, that you will never repair what is broken, your burden to carry until finally you understood that the other side of desperation was not death but a life awaiting every mistake you had to make.” We don’t talk about mistakes when critiquing our po-etry. We do applaud what works and gently suggest improvements, understanding that revising is part of the writing process.

Bring copies of a poem you’ve composed and join us in our temporary summer location.

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

Thursdays, 4-5:15PM, Social Hall/Dance Studio Yoga classes resume this month. Maria’s Monday class starts September 10, Sue’s Tuesday class Sep-tember 18 and Kathy’s Thursday class September 13. The times and locations of the classes are in the header. The Thursday class has a new time this year. The Monday class will have a new check in procedure this year. A hand-out will be given at sign-in explaining the change. Yearly dues are $5, $7 per class. Beginners are always welcome.

town of oro vaLLey

Energy Saving Home Improvements Workshop The Town of Oro Valley invites you to a workshop Thursday, October 4, 7 PM, Vistoso Center/Apache. Come learn about energy saving improvements for your home, the basics of solar power and the Town’s draft community energy plan. Energy use is a component of all aspects of community well-being. The increasing energy costs directly impact us all. Energy issues also affect the Town’s environment, economic development interests and public safety. We need your participation to create a community en-ergy plan for the future. For more information, please visit the Town’s website or contact Bayer Vella, Conservation Administrator at 229-4810 or [email protected].

OV PD Hosting R.A.D. Women’s Self Defense Class Oro Valley Police Officers will be teaching this free self-defense class for females. This training will empower you to fight back against crime with awareness, prevention and risk avoidance. The paradox of self-defense is that the more prepared you are, the less likely you are to need it. When you can recognize and respond to potentially dangerous situations, you are less likely to become a tar-get of crime. Attendees should wear comfortable workout attire, as this is a physical class consisting of punching and kicking. Water will be provided and participants may bring snacks. The class is limited to 20 people and participants must attend all three sessions. Tuesdays, September 11, 18, 25, 6-9 PM, Casas Church, Palo Verde Bldg, 10801 N. La Cholla Blvd. Call Sgt. Graham 229-5081.

Call with traffic concerns and the Traffic Unit will assign an officer(s) to look into the problem. Upon completion of the officer’s findings they will contact the reportee to update them on the results if a contact number has been provided.

OrO Valley pOlice dept. traffic cOmplaint HOtline229-4933


extenDeD community

DAR - El Presidio Chapter MeetingThe first meeting for 2012-13 of the El Presidio Chap-ter Daughters of the American Revolution is Thursday, September 13, 1 PM, at Western National Parks As-soc., 12880 N. Vistoso Village Dr. , Oro Valley, AZ. The League of Women Voters will make a presentation to honor Constitution Week. Visitors welcome; call Lynne Brooke 818-0095.

Friends of OV Public Library Fall 2012 Book Sale The Friends of the Oro Valley Public Library Fall Book Sale schedule:Wed.,October 24, 9 AM-5 PM Thurs.,October 25, 11 AM-8 PM Fri., October 26, 9 AM-5 PM, Half Price DaySat.,October 27, 9 AM-12:30 PM, Half Price MorningSat., October 27, 1-5 PM, $5 bag sale (our bag)Most books are priced at 50¢ to $4. We also have CDs, DVDs and audio books for sale.

Interfaith Community Services Needs Volunteers ICS has an immediate need for the following volunteer positions: Mobile Meals Drivers, Transportation Drivers and Job Resource Center Counselors. For more infor-mation about volunteering or to register for an orienta-tion session, call Sandi Brickley 297-2738 ext 217.

Music Benefit for Catalina Community Services An evening with New Zealand singer, Jackie Bristow, Monday, October 1, 7 PM, SaddleBrooke HOA #1 Ac-tivty Center. $25 ticket includes a beverage. All money used to support Catalina Community Center. Call Cin-dy at 825-8698 for tickets.

NARFE Chapter 1874 Meeting National Active and Retired Federal Employees Sep-tember meeting is on Monday, September 17, at the Golden Corral, 6865 N. Thornydale, lunch at 11:30 AM (senior menu $7.95 plus beverage). The meeting is Noon-1 PM. The speakers are candidates from the Democratic Party. Call Valerie Davis at 520-908-0774 for more information.

Northwest Senior Bowling League Our bowling league is looking for new members for the fall season. We bowl Thursday, 1 PM, October-April. If you would like to have a fun social afternoon and get a little exercise, call Chris Dame 825-7430.

Tucson Chamber Artist Chorus and Chamber Players We present How Sweet the Sound: American folk songs and spirituals, Sunday, September 30, 3 PM, Vista de la Montaña United Methodist Church, Catalina. Tickets $20, available by calling 520-401-2651 or emailing [email protected], also available at the door.

Tutors Needed for Nearby School Kids Would you enjoy tutoring a child? Painted Sky Elementary School, Rancho Vistoso’s neighbor-hood 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 Heidi Radtke at [email protected] or 548-0465.

Welcome Club Northwest Welcome Club Northwest will hold their monthly lun-cheon for women new to NW Tucson within the last five years on Thursday, September 6, The Gallery Golf Club Restaurant, Dove Mountain Blvd., Marana, 11 AM-2 PM, cost: $25 pp. For information or reservations call 520-498-0018 or [email protected].

Western National Parks Association - Volunteers Needed WNPA seeks volunteers who enjoy retail sales and interact-ing with people. We prefer experience cashiering and mer-chandising and some computer but we can train. Greet cus-tomers, assist with sales and communicate our mission and history. Shifts can be 4 -6 hours depending on days. Please call Nancy Kroell, Volunteer Coordinator, 622-1999, 8 AM-4 PM. [email protected]

THE END IS NEAR!The SCOV Café Five to Free program will end

close-of-business Sunday, September 30. Cards will not be redeemed beyond this date. So be sure to purchase your five meals and submit your validated card for your free entree on or before September 30.

CaféTake out available • We Cater • FREE WiFi1555 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. 825-3277


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

ClassifiedAdvertising,$10/adHELP WANTED: The SCOV Association is seeking an individual to fill our part-time librarian position. The individual must be a team player. The librarian is re-sponsible for the management and daily operation of the library and related functions. Recruit, train and su-pervise all volunteer staff. Duties include: manage the Library’s budget; catalog and bind books; maintain the library database including computer trouble-shooting; prepare items for shelving; oversee inventory control and rotation; undertake comparison shopping; negoti-ate trade-ins and discounts and purchase media all of which can require trips to various locations; purchase library and computer supplies; coordinate special events; vet library materials; organize book sales; work with the Friends of the Library as needed; be available to work on various special assignments as assigned by the Assistant Manager. If interested, please complete an application in the Vistoso Center and submit a re-sume or email resume to [email protected] WANTED: Book binder. Are you interested in an as- needed, volunteer position to bind damaged SCOV library books? Training available. Call Carol 917-8064 for details.FOR RENT: Spacious 2 BR/2 BA home with excel-lent mountain views and private patio with gas grill. Recently furnished in Southwest style, our home is sparkling clean and has everything you need for a per-fect getaway, or a place to stay while searching for your own retirement home, including a separate office and complimentary WiFi. Reduced warm weather rates. For photos and more details call, Tom and Barbara 414- 445-0268 (Wisconsin).FOR RENT: 2012-2013 multi-month vacation home rental. Completely furnished with great mountain views. 2 BR/2 BA, 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 520-825-0232. Photos available via email. FOR RENT: Tastefully furnished and super clean Mon-tera model home. Private backyard patio with mountain views and great landscaping. Year-round rental. Avail-able furnished or not. N/S, N/P. Call 970-209-1572.FOR RENT: January/February/March 2013 13980 N. Lobelia. One of Sun City’s best mountain views. 2BR/2BA, FP, WD, cable, WiFi, Spa Pool, NS. Call Judy 715-822-4386 or [email protected]

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. Part of Sun City Oro Valley membership available with tennis, golf, pools, Café, library, fitness, hobby shops, OV Hospital close, etc. Area west of home patio wide open desert for privacy, wildlife viewing, and pet walk-ing. Wonderful caring neighbors on super quiet Green Tree Dr. $1250/mo. long term; presently listed for sale. email [email protected] for photos and information.FOR RENT: Furnished 1200 ft. 2 2BR/2BA beautiful home with covered patio in back and walled patio in front with mountain views from front patio. King and full beds. Fully furnished with all utensils, linens, W/D, WiFi, TV, grill. NS,NP. Discount for three or more months. For rates call Frank 1-801-209-9092 or see website http://www.suncityvistoso-rentals.com/ FOR RENT: Fully furnished with mountain views. King size bed in Master BR. Currently available for monthly rental: Sept. through Dec. 2012, Jan. 2013 and April 2013. Longer terms April through Dec. 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 [email protected] RENT: Immaculate, lovely home, bright open floor plan, in SCOV, 2BR/2BA, 1714 sq. ft. The home is tastefully furnished, 18” tile throughout with a cus-tom walk-in closet and upgraded appliances. Lg. very private enclosed garden & courtyard with water fea-ture, mountain views. Superb amenities: golf, pools, tennis and fitness center in walking distance. N/P, N/S. Available March, April 2013 and beyond. Please call for more info. on this well maintained home. Call Lori 408-736-7026.

FOR RENT: Pinetop, AZ Home. View the changing col-ors of leaves while you enjoy our home. Fully furnished 2BR/2BA. Includes spacious loft with more beds. Wrap around porch so one can sit, read, enjoy the tall pines and cool air. Golf, fishing, casino nearby. 3 nights $300. 1 week $600 + extra nights for free if available. Robert and Rose Stenech 520-578-8873.

WANT TO RENT: 1-2 bedroom furnished home from January-April 2013. Have one very well-behaved rescue Greyhound. Budget of $1500 per month. Email [email protected] or call 803-547-1955.

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.

Colorful bug. Photo by Steve Taillie.

Sun City Oro Valley Tipster, September 2012,

Owl ready to take flight. Photo by Marsha Hartz .

Hummingbird feeding time. Photo by Joan Kelley.

Black-crowned Night Heron at the golf course pond. Photo by Clive Probert.

Gila Monster in the yard of Dave Scoles. “Nature is a wonderful thing!”Colorful bug. Photo by Steve Taillie.

Great Blue Heron at the golf course pond. Photo by Del Salvaterra.

Sleepy coyote. Photo by Ron Watkins.

Hey is this the same deer as above in a different yard? Photo by Lyle Ziegler.

Back yard deer. Photo by Shirley Cherry.

Sun City Oro Valley Scrapbook The other SCOV residents... resident submitted photos.


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• Estate Planning • Probate • Elder Law• Trusts & Wills • Trust Administration

790-6180

470 W. Roger Road, #108Tucson, AZ 85705

Free In-Home EstimatesFree InstallationWe Do Repairs ROC 218701


797-7772 Isaac Mercado

ROC #265578Licensed, Bonded, Insured

u Various Home Repairs u Pressure Washingu Drywall Repairs u Stucco/Textureu Roof Repair & Coating u Paint Patio Furnitureu Wallpaper Removal u Concrete Coatingu Window Cleaning u Concrete Staining

Exterior h Interior PaintingProperty Value Enhancement

Oro Valley Coatings, LLC

FrAll work warranted

On the Sun City Oro Valley Approved Vendor List

September Special - Exterior $1,690Call for details.

u No Money Down Until Job Completed

•Kitchen Remodeling •Bathroom Remodeling •General Contracting

Ken Roleke OwnerOn the SCOV Consumer Referral List

Desert Lifestyle Homes

Cell 520-870-2341 FAX 520-575-91473350 W. Moore Rd. Tucson, AZ 85742

[email protected]

520-825-1932 or 520-405-2992 (cell)

Stephanie’s Kitty Sitting Services

Specialized Care for your kitty/home while you’re away. Will also check on homes in the summer.

E-mail: [email protected]

A Sun City Oro Valley Resident

Member Pet Sitters International (PSI) Licensed - Bonded - Insured

Hello Sun City Residents! Do you need help with your computer? Continental Computer is a professional, affordable computer service company located right here in Tucson. Our technicians come to you... let us help you today!

25 years expert serviceSatisfaction Guaranteed!

CONTINENTAL COMPUTER SERVICES

[email protected]


Service & Repair of all Autos & Light TrucksDomestic, Foreign, New to Classic

1171 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Suite 117

520-825-0981

Sun City Oro Valley Office

Free Consultation

Diabetes Self-Management

www.GlucoMenu.comMenus, Recipes, Grocery Lists

Frank SotoMaster Craftsman

F&S Home ServicesNo job too small or too big

Home Repair, Remodeling & Restoration

Painting, Plumbing, Drywall

Electrical, Concrete & Tile(520)[email protected]

Plumbing • CarPentry

eleCtriCal • Painting

masonary • Welding and more

Arturo Nemer 271-6510


Peggy Lombard

In-your-home pet sitting servicevDoggie daycare

vPets with special needs

825-4833 (360)324-9112 [email protected] A Sun City Vistoso resident

Peg’s Pet Sitting

Member of National Association of Pet SittersBonded and Insured

Andy’s Irrigation Expert Repair & Installation

Andy McInnis, Owner 256-0516www.VistosoIrrigation.com

Replace Your Irrigation System

•Quality Parts •Expert Installation •100% Guaranteed

sNo more leaks sNo wasted watersNo more costly repairs

ABLE-BODY PAINTING, INC.JEFF JARVIS

Interior a Exterior Painting

a Licensed Bonded Insured a Serving Sun City Oro Valley since 1997. a Epoxy drive ways, walk- ways and garage floors. a Roof coat on flat roofs.

www.ablebodypainting.com 400-1591or 465-6840ROC 160023

Registered with your Consumer Referral at Sun City Oro Valley

Birthday... Special Occassion...

Give The Perfect Gift!

TheViewsGolf Club at Oro Valley

A gift card from the

1555 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.825-3110


L & M Custom Painting Inc.Quality, Value and Service at its Best

Excellent Specials on Custom Interior PaintingExterior Painting Specials: $1,650

• 5 year warranty/premium paint • No money Down

991-9933Leo Martinez

www.landmcustompainting.com

ROC #258012Licensed • Bonded • Insured

We accept all major credit cards

On the Sun City Oro Valley Consumer Referral List

Every job starts and finishes with management present.

Enjoy 5% OFF Price mentioned on Ad. Expires 8-31-12

Oro Valley’s Handyman Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, windows & doors, ceiling fans, lighting, shower doors & grab bars, pet doors, and much more.

REFERENCES AVAILABLE 440-1453 INSURED Not a licensed contractor by choice

825-7497Cell: 409-4591

dustperadoscleaning

Residential & CommercialLicensed & Bonded

Flash | 520-891-0606


7780 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ www.southwestkitchen.com531-9187

kitchen bath family room media room laundry utility area

New Cabinets & Refacing Solutions

In Home ConsultationComputerized Kitchen Design

Project ManagementOn the Sun City Vistoso Consumer Referral List

Irrigation ManKeith Demand

• 30 years experience with repairs• Referrals Available

• I stand behind my work

(520) 490-3930Not licensed

BETTY J. WHITEAssociate Broker

12080 N. Dove Mt. Blvd., Suite 100, Direct: 520-275-6654 FAX: 520-825-6525 [email protected]

Your Sun City Oro Valley Specialist

Southwest Mexican Tile Murals, LLC. offers over a hundred styles of hand painted murals for your home or business. These murals fall into seven style categories of paintings to include: 1) Village Scenes, 2) Portraits, 3) Religious Murals, 4) Mexican Symbols, and 5-7) Still Life's (Flowers, Fruits, Animals). Our representatives will assist you in selecting a mural and then schedule its installation at your convenience. Prices average $479 (36” X 28” mural) which includes installation and all expenses except taxes that vary based on location.

Pool/Patio Area

Entrance way Interior Walls

Patio/Pool Areas

Entrance Way

Interior Walls

Helping Hands Helping You

www.pimahomecare.com

Helping you stay independent in your home

Dusting & VacuumTidy up kitchenChange bed linensTidy up bathroom

Light laundry/ironingLoad/unload dishwasherPickup prescriptionsHelp with mailing

520-344-3220

Some Services We Provide...

Call us today to book your free, in-home consultation and create your customized support schedule.

[email protected]

Take to Dr. Appts.Grocery shoppingCompanionshipCook together


You’ve always said you wouldn’t be caught dead in that dress.

You’d bettertell them now.

Preplanning takes care of all the decisions so your family doesn’t have to.

2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd.Oro Valley

(520) 544-2285vistosofuneralhome.comFamily Owned and Operated

12995 N. Oracle Rd., Suite [email protected] •www.tucsonfrank.com(O) 825-3232 (F) 825-0464

Ask about ceiling fans, light fixtures and mirrors

520-818-6474Cell 520-256-9043

Residential & Commercial • Free Estimates

Sandy’s Window Cleaning

We are Licensed

We have many Sun City Oro Valley references

Jack Campanella Owner/Operator

We provide: • Cleaning • Repairs • Recovering and more

Awning Doctors520-293-5559

www.coolawnings.com

Licensed •Bonded • InsuredROC 198880 K-03

Full Service Awning

Maintenance Co.

•FRENCH DOORS •SLIDING GLASS DOORS •WINDOWS

THE HIGHEST QUALITY WINDOWS AT INCREDIBLE SAVINGS!

BUY ONE GET ONE FREEReplacement Windows Save You

40% Or More On Your Energy Bills

Our Installations Are Licensed • Bonded •ROC#229817

www.WindowsofGreaterTucson.com

We Are On the Sun City Oro Valley Consumer Referral ListCALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!

520-488-9469

Many Satisfied SCOV Customers - Referrals Available


Thanks to Sun City Oro Valley for your Continued SupportNot OUR client... Farmers Insurance of Catalina will offer a great Sun City Oro Valley Discount! Call for details...

Bob & Jackie Cahoon 490-3633 444-5937

#1 in Sales and Listings in Sun City Oro Valley since 2004

Top 2% in Sales in Pima CountySCOV Residents

Located in Sun City Oro Valley1171 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. #103

Living Trusts • Wills • Estate Planning • Estates Settled • Contracts-Leases Personal Injury • Powers of Attorney-Living Wills

Guardianship-Conservatorships • Divorce-Marital Agreements Corporations • LLCs

297-6800

Serving Northwest Tucson since 1976


BERWICK-HIMES INSURANCE SERVICES, L.L.C.AUTO � HOME � COMMERCIAL � HEALTH � LIFE

Cindy K. ArrebolloAgent

15770 N. Oracle Rd., Suite HI � Tucson, AZ 85739

Office 520-790-7788 � Fax 520-818-1341

Dr. Dan Cappozzo & Dr. Becky Cappozzo

Gentle low force chiropractic techniques12450 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Suite #100 520-308-4502

OroValleyFamilyChiro.com

YOUR HOME HANDYMAN• INSTANT HOT WATER CIRCULATING SYSTEMS INSTALLED• ELECTRICAL and PLUMBING SERVICE, MODIFICATION & REPAIR• LANDSCAPE LIGHTING & IRRIGATION INSTALLATION & REPAIR• CEILING FAN INSTALLATION• LAMP POST PAINTING & REPAIR• GENERAL HANDYMAN TASKS PLUS MUCH, MUCH MORE

Call Fritz Knauf for Emergency Repairs and Free Cost EstimatesA Sun City Oro Valley Resident

544-5622 or 400-3930LICENSED INSURED


KATHY & RICHARD HARVEY

Specializing in Sun City resales since 1988!

If you want the Best, Call Us!

520-297-6172800-297-6172

[email protected]

2506 E. Vistoso Commerce LoopSuite #100

Full Time Professional Agents with40+ Years of Experience!

Ask for our list of satisfied clients

ABR, CRS, GRI, Associate Brokers

Sun City Residents

Mariposa model with wonderful views!Charming, updated home with

northeast patio, borders common area$250,000




520-297-6172800-297-6172

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Sun City Residents






520-297-6172800-297-6172

[email protected]





Sun City Residents



Specializing in Sun City resales since 1988! If you want the Best call us!

2506 E. Vistoso Commerce Loop Suite #100520-297-6172 • 800-297-6172

www.kathyandrichard.com • [email protected]

Full Time Professional Agents with +40 Years of Experience!

KATHY & RICHARD HARVEYSun City Oro Valley Residents

Judy .............................. (520) 395-5866Jerry .............................. (520) 907-3954FAX ............................... (520) 818-3803Email .................... [email protected] ................ judyh.longrealty.comJudy Hale, ABR

Jerry Hale, SFR RealtoR® 10445 N. Oracle Rd. #121, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

40 years Combined Banking& Real Estate Sales

Steve Mooneyham Associate Broker, ASR, CHMS, SFR

520-275-1816

Pamela Thayer Realtor

520-561-7559See Every Home Listed

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RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

MLSMULTPLE LISTING SERVICE

909 E Sedona Place Kensington Model $184,000

13774 N Lobelia WayExpanded Regent Model $449,000

14192 N Biltmore DriveExpanded Crescent Model $375,000

1461 E Bright Angel Pacifica Model $249,000

1710 E Chalk Creek CourtSilvercreek Model $229,900

NEW LISTINGNEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

UNDER CONTRACT

SOLD

14117 N Forthcamp Court Montara Model $199,000

14000 N Fawnbrooke Drive Ridgetop Model $399,000

2279 E Romero Canyon Drive Crescent Model $199,900

Debbie EvenchikExecutive Sales AssociateSun City Vistoso Resident

[email protected]

2BR/Den/2BA, 1689 SF, newer HVAC, sparkling clean. Many updates. Hurry, let me show you this fabulous home!

Priced at $210,000

Buying…•Information on all Homes in the Area•Purchase a Home with a Reverse Mortgage•Call Today for your Free Relocation PackageSelling…•What is your home Worth?•How many days will it take to Sell My Home?•Interested in Innovative Marketing for Your Home?

Direct (520) 531-9677Toll Free (800)346-5863

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