Dec 2012 SCW Newsletter

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DECEMBER 2012 WWW.RCSCW

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The word “tradition” comesfrom the Latin word meaning“to hand over for safekeeping.”Tradition unites us as a com-munity. That’s what the lumi-naria tradition does in Sun City

West and surrounding commu-nities. The sight of thousandsof luminaria lighting the side-walks and driveways onChristmas Eve is truly awe in-spiring.

For the ninth year in a row,

the Sun City West PRIDES,along with Bob’s Variety, are

pleased to be able to help con-tinue this tradition by offeringluminaria kits in several vari-eties. The regular kit consists

of 12 white bags, 12 candlecups, 12 long-burning candles,sand for the bags and instruc-tions. The cost is only $7. Theyare available at Bob’s Varietynow.

“Luminaria to Go” is a pack-

age containing two completekits sent Priority Mail to any-where in the U.S. This packageincludes everything for 24 lu-minaria including 24 white

bags, 24 10-hour candles, 24

candle cups, instructions, sand for the bag and a personalized gift card. Everything except thefire! You fill out a mailing labeland sign the gift card, pay $26, No Sun City West home’s Christmas decorations are comple

luminarias. Sun City West PRIDES are selling luminaria kits year.

PRIDES help communitylight up holidays

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Tap your feet to therhythm of modernChristmas music with

a western feel as theJack Jackson Christ-mas Show, “The RealReason for the Sea-son,” comes to PalmRidge Summit Hallfor two performances,at 3 and 7 p.m.Wednesday, Dec. 12.

Enjoy Christmasofferings such asGeorge Strait’s“Christmas Cookies,” Randy

Travis’ “Meet MeUnder the Mistle-toe” and many oth-

ers.In addition, there

will be a video-sup- ported performancethat re-creates Clas-sic Country Christ-mas musicofferings brought tothe American musicindustry by way of forgotten legendssuch as Eddy

Arnold, Marty Robbins, Jim

Reeves, Gene Autry aothers. One of the highl15-minute narration w

support depicting thewith guitar instrumeChristmas hymns playi

background. This is a fuevent sure to get you inday spirit!

Tickets for Jack JChristmas Show are $1idents and $20 for non-Get tickets at the Boxwhich is open from 8

p.m. weekdays and 8 a p.m. Tuesdays.

Christmas show hasclassic country sound

Jackson

Choose your favorite New Year’s Eve

celebration!The holidays are here and the

Rec Centers has two choices for New Year’s Eve revelry, the New Year’s Eve Dinner Danceat Palm Ridge or the NewYear’s Eve Party - for theYoung at Heart at the R.H.Johnson Social Hall.

Whichever you choose,you’re assured of a good time.

The New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance at Palm Ridge startswhen the doors open at 6:30

p.m. Dinner is served at 7 and the dancing starts at 8. The 8Tracks, with JL Pike and band,

will provide the music to ring inthe New Year. Tickets cost $50 per person. Remember, the BoxOffice is open late on Tuesdays,to 7 p.m. Non-residents may

purchase tickets at a cost of $60 per person. No tickets will besold at the door.

Dinner will be catered bySharko’s Catering and will fea-ture a deluxe buffet with herbroasted pork loin, apple almond

breaded chicken, tossed Boston

bibb salad, grilled vegetablemedley, roasted garlic mashed

potatoes and white chocolatestrawberry cream cake for dessert.

The event also includes partyfavors and a free souvenir wineglass. New Year’s countdownswill be at 10 p.m. and midnight.Attendees may bring snacks

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Dust off your leisure suitsand shine up your platformshoes! Be transported back to asimpler time when music wasuplifting and disco was king asthe Recreation Centers of SunCity West presents ABBA-CADABRA, the UltimateABBA Concert, at 3 and 7 p.m.Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, inPalm Ridge Recreation Center.

With the resurgence in the1970s era, portrayed in part bythe hugely popular hit movie“Mama Mia!” and based on theBroadway musical production,the music of ABBA is findingits way back into the hearts of those who lived it then, and istaking over the hearts of those

ABBA tribute concertdelivers disco sound

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Beardsley Park is the siteof a new free event, Holi-day in the Park, beginningat 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec.20.

This first-time event willfeature MC 6 a cappellagroup performing tradi-tional holiday tunes; teth-ered hot air balloons with a

bal loon glow at dusk ; 12tons of snow to play in; and Santa! Yes, the jolly old elf

will arrive by train and will be available for photo op- portuni ties, so be sure to bring your camera.

The park opens at 3 withcrafts and snow, and theconcessions will be open.At 4, MC 6 performs; at 5:30Santa arrives and train ridesfor children will be avail-able. The evening culminateswith a balloon glow at 6.

Concessions available for

purchase wil l inc ludogs, chili, popcocream and soft drinkday treats will be athe concessions list.

Admission is freeevent is open to the

MC 6 headlines Holiday in the ParkMC 6 a cappella

Hollywood’s favorite characters and storieswill be brought to life with elegant costumes,

breathtaking lifts, and beautiful ballroomdancing when the Recreation Centers of SunCity West presents Simply Ballroom at 7 p.m.Friday, Jan. 25, in Palm Ridge Summit Hall,13800 W. Deer Valley Drive.

Presented by CineMagic, Simply Ballroomwill sweep you away as you watch stars rem-iniscent of Fred Astaire, Ginger Rodgers,Gene Kelly, Judy Garland and Marilyn Mon-roe dancing to music from the movies thatmade them famous.

CineMagic features dances such as the ele-gant American foxtrot to Gene Kelly’s

“Singing in the Rain,” the intense SpanishPaso Doble to the music from “The Legend of Zorro,” the majestic Austrian Waltz to thetimeless “Moon River” and so much more.This 90-minute on-stage production has bothmajestic and scintillating choreography per-formed by some of the top ballroom dancersin the world.

In addition this year our own “communitytalent” will be training with the dancers of Utah Ballroom to do our own presentation of “Dancing with the Stars.” Each contestantwill be assigned a partner from the performing

company and will learn and perform a ond ballroom dance routine. The auwill have the opportunity to vote for thvorite Best Community Dancer.

Tickets are $10 for residents, and $nonresidents, and $12 at the door. Ticon sale Dec. 4 for residents and Dec.nonresidents. The Box Office is openR.H. Johnson Administrative Offices,R.H. Johnson Blvd., between 8 a.m.

p.m. weekdays; wi th extended hours p.m. on Tuesdays.

Dancers re-create movie magi

draw locals to ‘dance with sta

Utah Dance Company comes to town weMagic and a chance for locals to vote for vorite amateur chosen to dance with the sta

The Recreation Centersof Sun City West invitesyou to wind down the week and enjoy the music of acoustic guitar duo Copper Sunrise during our WineDown event from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, inthe Shuffleboard Room atthe Sports Pavilion at theR.H. Johnson Rec Center campus, 19803 R.H. John-

son Blvd.Copper Sunrise featuresKeith Weaver and GregDrejza entertaining for your enjoyment. Lightsnacks including one alco-holic beverage are included with your ticket. Additionalwine and beer will be avail-able for purchase. No out-side beverages will be permitted.

Tickets are $10 for resi-dents, and $12 for nonresi-

dents. Tickets go on saleDec. 4 for residents and Dec. 18 for nonresidents.

The Box Office is open inthe R.H. Johnson Adminis-trative Offices, 19803 R.H.Johnson Blvd., between 8a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays;with extended hours until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.

‘Wine down’

offers

mellow endto the week

Happy Holidays, one and all!


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StardustTheatre

Nov. 30 ‐ Dec. 2, “Northern Lights,” by The RhyTappers

Dec. 7 ‐ 10, “Christmas the World Over,” by tWesternaires, Sold Out

Dec. 12, 2 p.m., Musician’s Club Meeting ‐ Cat vocalist. Members and guests.

Ongoing, tickets on sale for Theatre Westpresentation of “California Suite,” opening Jan

Every Thursday, Friends of the Librarypresent movies, 7 p.m.,$2 donation requested.

Every Friday, 10 a.m., Photography West.

Box office hours: Monday through Thursday

10 a.m. to noon.Tickets $7.00 each

Join us in the KuentzCourtyard for an hour of en-tertainment every Tuesdayfrom 11 a.m. to noon.

Dec. 4: In Character -Melvin Jones, portrayed byJim Heig with special guestHelen Keller portrayed byBarbara Dienes. MelvinJones was the founder of theLions Club and Helen Keller

was instrumental in persuad-ing the Lions to work withthe blind, so they becamemore than a social club. Be-tween the two, they led theLions in the direction of hav-ing a real purpose.

Dec. 11: Marce FastDec. 18: Three DimensonDec. 25: No performance,

Merry Christmas!

All performances will be atthe Kuentz Recreation Cen-ter, R.H. Johnson and Star-dust boulevards.

Performances are free and the public is welcome to at-tend.

For information, call PeggyAugustine at 623-544-6031or send e-mail to [email protected].

So you think you have talentcontinues at Kuentz Courtyard

Trees provide environmental benefits to our urban land-scape. They beautify our sur-roundings, improve air quality,reduce erosion, restore greenspaces and increase propertyvalues.

Trees offer residents and guests shade from the Arizonasun and encourage enjoymentof the nature areas in Sun CityWest.

Sun City West provides parks, golf courses, walking paths and other areas where planting new trees would en-hance the beautiful surround-ings.

The following trees have been chosen as options for theTree Beautification Project, away for residents to aid in

beautifying the community bydonating money to purchase

and plant a tree: Mesquite,Palo Verde, Shoe String Aca-cia, Ash, Live Oak, SweetAcacia, Fan Palm, Ironwood,Pine, Elm and Eucalyptus.

Prices are $150 for a 24-inch box and $300 for a 36-inch

box. Trees will be purchased, planted and maintained by En-vironmental Services person-nel. However, due to theincreased maintenance in-volved, placement of decora-

tions, notes and/or ornamentson the trees is not permitted

The Tree BeautificationProject does not relocate treesfrom residential properties.Donors will be acknowledged in the Rec Center News or

may choose to remain anony-mous.For information and avail-

able planting locations, call theEnvironmental Services Officeat 623-544-6145.

Residents can

contribute

to tree

beautification

The Tree Beautification Project offers residents a way to help replacetrees in common areas and golf courses in the community.

Kuentz Courtyard evenings continueKuentz Courtyard Happy Hour continues

this month with two hours of local entertain-ment Wednesday, Dec. 12. The event is freeand open to the public. You may BYOB and snacks. Ice will be provided. If you want toshare your snacks, and who wouldn’t, atable will be available for that purpose.

From 6 to 7 p.m. Cheryl Wagner and NeilWhite will entertain, singing a combinationof pop, rock and country western music.They also will have a special guest. From 7

to 8, theSilver Katz- StewartRichl ine,K l a u sSander and D a v eGearhart -will per-

form, singing ’70s music with some countrywestern as well.

Kick back and relax in the Kuentz Court-yard and enjoy a time to socialize and listento talented local musicians.

The Silver Katz from left, Dave Gearhart, StewartRichline and Klaus Sander will perform at the nextKuentz Courtyard Happy Hour.

and beverages; mixers and icewill be provided. Tickets are thesame price as last year.

For a New Year’s celebrationthat might be a little less formal,consider the New Year’s Eve

Party - for the Young at Heart,which will begin at 9 p.m. and runto 1 a.m. Doors open at the R.H.Johnson Social Hall at 8:30.

Tickets for residents are $25 per person and will go on sale Tues-day, Nov. 6. Box office hours thatday will be 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Non-residents may purchase tickets beat a cost of $30. No tickets will besold at the door.

The music will be provided bythe Desert Brew Band, which isall about fun. The band enjoys

their audiences and doesto get everyone to particimusic selections coverroll, country and a heainfluence as well as musuch greats as Patsy ClHill, Credence Clearwvival and Tom Petty. Th

of music is sure to get yyour seat and on to tfloor!

Table snacks will be as well as party favors avenir wine glass. Newcountdowns will be atand midnight. Snacks aages may be brought venue. Mixers and ice wvided.

Whichever party youyou are sure to have funin the New Year in style

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623‐54PAGE 4 DECEMBER 2012

Management and Governing Board

Copyright © 2012

All Rights Reserved

General Manager ‐ Michael Whiting, 623‐544‐6110;[email protected]

Editor ‐ Katy O’Grady, 623‐544‐6027; [email protected] Asst. ‐ Claudia Sherrill, 623‐544‐6644;

[email protected]

Member Services ‐ 623‐544‐6100

Membership as of Nov. 1, 2012: 28,377

Recreation Centers of Sun City West

19803 R.H. Johnson Blvd., Sun City West, AZ, 85375

[email protected]

WWW.RCSCW.COM

Sun City West is a senior community for individuals 55 and older.

Printed by Independent Newspapers.

For advertising information, call 623‐972‐6101.

The next Workshoscheduled for 9 a.m. Dec. 7, in the LecturThe next regular Mee

scheduled for 9 aThursday, Dec. 20,

Social Hall.The Governing Boameet Mondays withGeneral Manager o

following dates to recereports. These sess

which are open to the are scheduled at 1:3

Dec. 3, 10 and 17.

sessions are in the GoBoard Conference Rthe Administrative O

The meeting schedsubject to change. Ca544-6115 for meetingand other Governinginformation. Residenare encouraged to c

scwaz.com and signthe e-newsletter to rethe latest information

the Association aGoverning Boar

MEETINGSWORKSHO

Governing Board DirectorsAll Directors: [email protected]

President

Terry Hamman

July 2010‐June 2013

623‐243‐7666

[email protected]

Jack Steiner


623‐584‐2054

[email protected]

Griff Williams


623‐518‐9919

[email protected]

Kenny Jordahl


623‐271‐7628

[email protected]

Governing Board Manager

Sharon Schomer

623‐544‐6115

[email protected]

Vice‐President

Patricia Tomlin


623‐546‐3248

[email protected]

Secretary

Marion Mosley


623‐444‐7707

[email protected]

Treasurer

Ed Van Co


623‐544‐2371

[email protected]

Nolan Reed


623‐239‐5992

[email protected]

David Wilson

June 2012‐July 2015

623‐229‐6903

[email protected]

Per Association Bylaws, theGoverning Board is notifyingthe community that it mayamend Bylaw 6.2.2.6 regardingthe Legal Affairs Committee.

In the Board’s September

Workshop, the Legal AffairsCommittee recommended through chairperson Director David Wilson that this standingcommittee be discontinued. A

presentation was given at that

time, but no action was taken.The issue will be on the

agenda for the Workshop at 9a.m. Friday, Dec. 7, in the Lec-ture Hall, 19803 R.H. JohnsonBlvd.

A vote is expected to betaken at the Board’s Januarymeeting (the soonest such avote can take place, per the By-laws), scheduled for 9 a.m.Thursday, Jan. 24, in the Social

Legal Affairs Committee fateon agenda for December meeting

Hall, 19803 R.H. Blvd. The communitcouraged to attend thsessions.

The Governing Board is expected to vote onthe following proposed Bylaw change at itsJanuary Governing Board meeting. Althoughthis is a minor change, it is being published in

the Rec News as required in our Bylapublic is invited to attend the Governinmeeting, which begins at 9 a.m. Thurs24, in the Social Hall.


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December 2012

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Operations Mtg1:30 GB Conf Room

Budget Cmte 9 am,

Legal Cmte 1 pm

So You Think You Have

Talent, 11 am Kuentz

Courtyard

Property Cmte 9am

PR Cmte 1 pm

Stardust Movie 7 pm

Rec News deadline

GB workshop9 am Lecture Hall

SCW Couples Golf

Trail RidgeCPR/AED 8 am

Tour Kuentz Rec Center9 am


Tour BeardsleyRec Center 9 am



Courtyard

Chartered Clubs 1:30 pm

Tour RH JohnsonRec Center 9 am

Jack Jackson Christmas Show3 and 7 pm Palm Ridge

Kuentz CourtyardHappy Hour, 6 pm

Tour Palm Ridge RecCenter 9 am

Bowling Cmte, 9 am

Golf Cmte 1 pm

Stardust Movie, 7 pm

NaugHoliday


B&F Cmte 1 pm



Courtyard

GB meeting9 am Social Hall

Holiday in the Park

4 pm Beardsley Park

Stardust Movie 7 pm

Christmas with S

10

SCW Couples Golf

Stardust

New Year’s DinnerDance

9 pm Palm RidgeParty in the New Year

9 pm RHJ Socal Hall

Merry Christmas

Offices Closed

Stardust Movie, 7 pm

To confirm events, call 623‐544‐6032. To confirm Governing Board activities, call 623‐544‐6115.

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and the PRIDES will do the rethem ahead to your destination igoing out of town for the holidayour friends and family a uni

special Christmas gift that is ineand without any hassle. The cludes taxes, shipping and eveabout the tradition of the LuThese are also available at Bob’Deadline for this program is De

The Luminaria program is source of funding for the SCW Pwhich conducts no formal funThe PRIDES benefit because Bdle of Bob’s Variety donates a pthe proceeds of all luminaria saPRIDES. Help your communitythe PRIDES, celebrate the Choliday season and keep the alive.

From

Luminarias pa

of holiday tradi

The Boomers Club and the Women’s Club of Sun CityWest have joined forces to present an evening of food,music and fun benefitting the Sun City West CommunityFund.

Join in the event Saturday, Jan. 19 at the Boomers’ Club

and Women’s Club at Kuentz Rec Center. Doors will openat 4 p.m. for a BYOB social time with light snacks fur-nished.

A soup and dessert supper will be served at 5. Entertain-ment will be provided by a popular Boomer musicalcombo throughout the evening. At 7 p.m., we will moveout to the Kuentz patio for more conversation and music.

The cost for this evening will be $10 per person, with all proceeds going to the Sun City West Community Fund.The Community Fund is an entirely volunteer organizationthat provides funds for Sun City West residents who need a helping hand with daily expenses and making ends meet.Sun City West’s Souper Bowl Supper is registered as partof the national group, Souper Bowl of Caring.

Making this all possible by sponsoring this event is JimSwanson, a local Realtor. Serving as coordinator for Super

Bowl Supper is Ardis Merry. Roland Cloutier, president of the Boomers, and Marline Sullivan, president of theWomen’s Club, have served as representatives of their groups on the planning committee for this project.

Be a part of this worthy first-time venture by purchasingtickets from members of the Boomers’ and Women’sClubs.

Souper Bowl Supper to benefit

SCW Community Fund


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KEY > 5% over budget

> 5% under budget

within 5% of budget


Financials - October 2012FINANCIAL SUMMARY:

Curr Month Total Resources

Cur Month Total Expenditures

YTD Total Resources

YTD Total Expenditures

YTD Capital Expenditures

Fiscal Year 2013‐Capital Projects $50,000 or Higher

Project

Budge

Cos

Administraon

Employee Time Reporng System 50,00

General Recreaon

Equipment Replacement 50,00

Energy Conservaon Projects 100,00

Changing Demographics/Ulizaon 50,00

Johnson

Replace Tile in Fitness Center Spa 75,00

Lecture Hall Renovaon 50,00

Shuffleboard 50,00

Social Hall Kitchen 50,00

Palm Ridge

Sound System 50,00

Palm Ridge Locker/Entry Room 100,00

Palm Ridge Pickleball Court Creaon 220,00

Kuentz

Renovate Pool Out. Bath/Showers 50,00

Stardust Theater 50,00

Sports PavilionUpgrade Scoring System 55,00

Monitor Replacement 67,97

Pebblebrook

Equipment 92,22

Stardust

Equipment 79,20

Grandview

Repair Pro Shop Concrete 50,00

Equipment 79,20

Tee Maintenance 69,00

Cart Path Maintenance 65,00

Echo Mesa

Equipment 73,78

Well Rebuild 75,00

Echo Mesa Pump Staon 160,00

Deer Valley

Deer Valley Equipment 117,18Tee Maintenance 51,00

Desert Trails

Equipment 68,68

Golf Operaons

Golf Operaons Equipment 100,00

Infrastructure Upkeep

Johnson Area 1 parking lot 700,00

DEFINITIONS

Resources: Funds available to RCSExpenditures: Costs incurred by RC

RESOURCESMonth

Actual

Month

Budget

YTD

Actual

YTD

Budget

2013

Budget

Yr End

Projecon

Earned Membership Dues 878,319 890,200 3,499,230 3,549,900 10,745,800 10,745,800

Membership Fees 55,708 47,485 202,025 178,173 730,832 730,832

Recreaon Fees 49,492 41,641 90,623 120,813 603,829 603,829

Golf Fees 428,899 436,861 1,046,183 1,051,345 6,333,358 6,333,358

Bowling Fees 63,221 64,699 139,561 146,461 585,312 585,312

Ancillary Income 47,538 39,105 139,465 138,729 633,478 633,478

Merchandise Sales 20,663 8,383 42,286 24,470 214,933 214,933

Food & Beverage Sales 16,506 12,508 44,289 44,432 176,836 176,836

Asset Preservaon Fee 199,400 137,500 786,400 470,800 2,065,800 2,065,800

Interest Income 11,601 11,500 41,758 46,000 138,000 138,000

Other income 75,879 10,000 10,000 10,000

Total Resources 1,771,347 1,689,882 6,107,699 5,781,123 22,238,178 22,238,178

EXPENDITURESMonth

Actual

Month

Budget

YTD

Actual

YTD

Budget

2013

Budget

Yr End

Projecon

Wages & Benefits 1,001,364 1,001,920 3,600,194 3,902,283 11,704,499 11,704,499

Operang Expenditures 66,555 75,089 199,284 274,706 1,010,003 1,010,003

Ulies 188,775 225,627 848,394 909,161 2,446,857 2,446,857

Repair & Maintenance 77,684 104,264 401,994 466,153 1,124,953 1,124,953

Interest & Financial 14,877 20,256 49,970 67,929 298,631 298,631Legal & Professional 5,151 32,256 47,842 87,324 193,970 193,970

Taxes & Insurance 43,237 41,850 168,078 167,938 525,000 525,000

Supplies & Services 48,679 56,338 209,183 206,984 578,156 578,156

Landscape Maintenance 277,072 211,136 473,152 601,893 998,246 998,246

Employee Related 20,051 6,877 41,352 45,619 136,650 136,650

Depreciaon 241,735 201,282 971,973 887,679 2,765,619 2,765,619

Total Expenditures 1,985,180 1,976,895 7,011,416 7,617,669 21,782,584 21,782,584

Excess (Deficit) Resources

over Ependitures

(213,833) (287,013) (903,717) (1,836,546) 455,594 445,594

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES YTD Actual YTD Budget 2013 Budget Projecon

Capital expenditures:

Capital 1,821,686 3,050,944 3,050,944

Infrastructure ‐ 700,000 700,000

Total Capital Expenditures 1,821,686 3,750,944 3,750,944

Capital expenditure funding:

Asset Preservaon Fee 786,400 2,065,800 2,065,800

Members' Equity fr Previous Years 343,407 1,685,144 1,685,144

Total Resources for Capital Expenditures 1,129,807 3,750,944 3,750,944

Complete financial statements are posted monthly on Sun City West News Blog, scwaz.com

Bowling Lineage by Quarter Golf Rounds by Quarter


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Community Information

If your community group has news about Sun City West, send it to

[email protected] before the first Friday of the month prior to publica

Information provided byCommunity Transportation

Stakeholders Group

A public meeting will take place in January or February2013 to receive residents’opinions on Sun City Westtransportation needs to assistthe Maricopa County Trans- portation Study for North-west Valley communities.Jim Moore of Moore & As-sociates, a multi-disciplinary public transportation con-sulting firm, has been at-tending the “CommunityTransportation StakeholdersGroup” meetings to addressthe growing needs for ex-tended public transportationin Sun City West, Sun City,El Mirage, Youngtown,Glendale and Peoria.

The Sun City West Foun-dation established a busservice for residents whoneed to get from place to place within the communityand to a few medical com- plexes in Surprise. Unfortu-nately, the cost of expandingthe service is cost prohibi-tive. However, in January, aDial-A-Ride program isscheduled to include SunCity West residents who can

no longer drive and qualifyunder the Disability Act for assistance.

Few of us want to facehaving to give up our abilityto drive, but you may find yourself in that situation.

And even if you’re not dis-abled, there is a need for transportation services, in-side and outside Sun CityWest. These are the reasonsyour help is needed in gath-ering as much informationabout the needs of this com-munity.

In the past, unincorporated retirement communitieswere bypassed by publictransportation services.However, the CommunityTransportation Stakeholdersgroup has interested elected state representatives, Mari-copa County area mayors,Arizona Department of

Transportation and Mari-copa County Transportationofficials, Valley Metro BusService, Arizona Associa-tion of Transportation Serv-ices, Discount Cab, etc.

Circulator bus routes for the growing number of eld-erly disabled in MaricopaCounty will reduce their iso-lation and anxiety, plus easesome traffic congestion.Hopefully, some Sun CityWest residents will attend the early 2013 transportationupdate and exchange of ideas. The meeting date and place will be publicized when it is finalized, so staytuned!

For information, callGeorge Powell at 623-546-6922 or Bob Gooltz at 623-594-9739.

Residents’ ideas soughton transportation

Sun City West Foundation would like to in-

vite you to join us in supporting the “HopeBag” project. We are collecting items for abused women and children in the Valley, per-sonal care items, small toys, etc. The donationswill be placed inside a Hope Bag and delivered to the Changing Lives Center and Sofia’sHouse shelters, where the abused women and children are being housed for safety, will re-ceive them.

For those interested in making a donation,lists of needed Hope Bag items are available inthe Foundation office during business hours, 8a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Red tubsare located for your convenience in areas adja-cent to meeting and banquet rooms so you may

bring a donation when attending a meeting atthe Foundation. You may also drop your dona-

tion at the office.The following is a brief history of the “Hope

Bags.” The actual statistics of abuse (bothwomen and children) is not known as many of the victims never report the abuse. However,the reported cases of child abuse are approxi-mately 3.3 million in the United States involv-ing 6 million children. The United States hasthe worst record in the industrialized nations.We lose five children every day due to abuse-related deaths. The reported cases of abused women are just as staggering.

The idea for the “Hope Bags” was birthed in1985. The group has grown through the years,as the need continues to grow. The Hope Bagvolunteers fill 100 women’s bags; 100 boys’

bags; 100 girls’ bags; and 50 newborn bagseach year. The bags are sewn by a lady whosupplies all the material and sews them herself.Some people crochet or knit baby blanketsand/or newborn caps for the babies. We alsohave women who make quilts and donate themfor the women and children.

Some statistics you may find interesting are:The number of bags that have been given:

2,150The number of items in the bags: 40,600

The mission provides each womanchild and newborn that enter the abuswith a Hope Bag and quilt of their ow

Many have asked the group: “Why

only want new items?” The answer is: women and children who have been abmost of their lives that in their minds thno self-worth. Presenting these beautiorful bags to them as they enter a safe hstills in their hearts and minds that worth having something new. They know people care about them. Most enter a safe house with just the clothes

back.Both of these safe houses have p

which help the women secure good edand help them to transition into societsupport themselves and their children. ceive training in all domestic and childskills through a 12-month program. Whwomen leave the safe houses they hav

necessary skills and education to becotributing members of our communities

Difficult conditions in the economysulted in an increase in abuse, both ofand children. Our way of helping ease tis through these “Hope Bags.”

For information on Hope Bags, plClaudia Smith at 623-933-3054. ThFoundation is at 14465 R.H. JohnsoSun City West. The phone number is 66851.

SCW Foundation projecprovides hope in bags

Al Bedenk was named Com-mander of the Sun City West

Sheriff’s Posse for 2013. Be-denk has served the Posse for seven years, holding many posi-tions such as assistant TrainingOfficer, Duty Officer and Exec-utive Officer of Operations. Healso is the treasurer of the Posse.

Bedenk and his wife, Mau-reen, moved to Sun City Westfrom Wheaton, Ill. They havefour children and nine grand-children. He worked for Amocoat the Research Center in

Naperville, Ill., for 26 years asan Administrative and Facilities

Manager.When nominated, Bedenk

said “We are a professional or-ganization, and each and everyone of us is the face of thePosse. The first impression wemake is a lasting one whether we are in the office, in the field,directing traffic or on vacationwatch. We need to be that pro-fessional that the Sun City WestCommunity expects and de-serves.”

Bedenk named new

Posse commander Community service organizationsPORA: 13815 Camino del Sol; 623‐584‐4288

PRIDES: 14630 R.H. Johnson Blvd.; 623‐584‐2878Posse: 20450 Stardust Blvd.; 623‐584‐5808

Foundaon: 14465 R.H. Johnson Blvd; 623‐584‐6851

Community Fund: 623‐546‐1122 (leave a message; calls w

returned)

Friends of the Library: Call the library at 623‐544‐6130


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Dec. 6“3 DAYS OF THE CONDOR”

In Sydney Pollack’s critically ac-claimed suspense-thriller, Robert Red-ford stars as CIA Agent Joe Turner, codename: Condor. When his entire office ismassacred, Turner goes on the run fromhis enemies - and his so-called allies.Every twist leads Condor to the end of his nerves... and will take you to the edgeof your seat.

Dec. 13“SHADOW OF A DOUBT

Joseph Cotton stars as Uncle Charculating and charming killer who in his relatives’ small hometown. T

befriends his favorite niece and nYoung Charlie (Teresa Wright). Bu

gins to suspect he may be the famWidow murderer. A deadly game omouse ensues as the psychopathic kthe death of his young niece to protecret. Starring Joseph Cotton, Teres

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

Dec. 20“GIGI”

This delightful, multi-Oscar winner (includingBest Picture) features a turn-of-the-centuryParisian tomboy (Leslie Caron) who falls for her guardian, Louis Jordan, while being groomed asa courtesan. Maurice Chevalier co-stars.

Dec. 27“E.T THE

EXTRA-TERRESTRISpecial Matinee at 2 p.mRelive the adventure and

one of the most beloved motures of all-time, “E.T. The Erestrial,” from A

Award-winning director Steven Spielberg. Captivating audall ages, this timeless story follows the unforgettable journealien and the 10-year-old boy he befriends. Join EllioThomas) and Gertie (Drew Barrymore) as they come togethE.T. find his way back home.

Dec. 27“BIG MIRACLE”

Drew Barrymore and John Krasin-ski star in this incredible rescue ad-venture - the amazing true story thatinspired the world and captured thehearts of millions. When a family of whales is trapped byforming ice in the Arctic Circle, a small-town reporter (Kand an animal-loving volunteer (Barrymore) rally an unliktion of Alaskan natives, oil tycoons and the Russian and Amilitary to set aside their differences and free the whales btoo late in this charming feel-good movie that the whole fa

HOLIDAY HOURSThe library will be closed

Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec.24 and Christmas Day, Tues-day, Dec. 25. The library will

be closed New Year’s Eve,Monday, Dec. 31 and NewYear’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1.

CHARTERED CLUBSCHRISTMAS TREE

Come to the library to see theChartered Clubs ChristmasTree now through the holidays.Each ornament was donated byand represents a different char-tered club of the RecreationCenters of Sun City West.

CHRISTMASSTORY TIME

Will you have grandchildren

visiting for the holidays? Allyoung children and their fami-lies are invited to a ChristmasStory Time at 10 a.m. Satur-day, Dec. 22 at the library. Wewill have holiday stories, li-

brary souvenirs and a visitfrom Santa Claus. Don’t forgetto bring your camera! Registra-tion is not necessary.

R.H. JOHNSON EBOOKSDue to overwhelming de-

mand, the library can no longer offer one-on-one lessons for downloading R.H. Johnson

eBooks. Instead, group lessonswill be offered at the library at10 a.m. Wednesdays. Registra-tion is necessary because seat-ing is limited. Call623-544-6130. Schedule:

iPad 12/12 Nook 12/26Kindle 1/9iPad 1/23

WRITER’SWORKSHOP

Local author Ann Goldfarb

presents a Writer’sWorkshop at 10 a.m.Monday, Dec. 3 at thelibrary. Seating is lim-ited; call 623-544-6130to register.

In this hands-on ses-sion, you will learn howto blend the elements of

believable characters,substantial plot and ap-

propriate mood to create ac o m p e l l i n gwork of fiction.Be sure to bring

pen and paper to

participate in anumber of short,fun-filled exer-

cises. Afterward, participantswill have the opportunity toform small writer’s groups tomeet monthly at the library.

Goldfarb has written non-fic-tion for Madavor Media and Jones Publishing and is the au-thor of four mystery-suspense-adventure novels. Visit her website at www.timetrav-elmysteries.com.

LOCAL AUTHORS VISIT

An informal meet-and-greetwith three local authors will befrom 1 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec.4. Stop in to chat with the au-thors and look at the booksthey have written. Registrationis not necessary for this event.

“Mambo’sTail” byJodie Boulet-Daughters, atleft in the

photo, tellsthe delightfulstory of as p e c i a l

puppy named

M a m b owhose dis-covery of his

tail takes him on a magical journey of learning about allthe things his tail can do.Jodie’s mother, Jo Boulet, atright in the photo, a Sun CityWest resident who began paint-ing in 2002, brings “Mambo’sTail” to life through her illus-trations.

Charles L. Fields returns

with “Tainted Dish,” hisnewest book in theCharles Stone TravelMystery series. Fields isan author, sculptor, poet,and world traveler whodivides his time betweenMassachusetts and SunCity West.

Tom Griesel, a resi-dent of

Sun City Westand co-author of the Turbocharged

books, is a health,wellness and

rapid fat loss advisor. Grieselhas lectured extensively and has been interviewed around the world for television, radio,magazines, newspapers, web-sites and blogs.

WE CAN DO IT!COMPUTERSFOR WOMEN

C o m - puters arean essen-tial part of life and

women should not feel intimi-

dated by them. Claudia Sherrilland Jane Kauzlaric will presenta special computer class justfor women at 10 a.m. Monday,Dec. 10 in the Data ResourceCenter of the R.H. Johnson Li-

brary. Seating is limited; call623-544-6130 to register. Top-ics include using the mouse,accessing the Internet, settingup an email account, searchingthe library online catalog, re-newing library materials and

placing holds.

SAVE THE DATE:


R.H. Johnson LibraryThe R.H. Johnson Library hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tues‐

day; and 9 a. m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. A valid

Rec Card is necessary to check out items and use the Data

Resource Center. Web site: www.scwlibrary.com.

The Library has two exterior return boxes at the horseshoe drive

‐ one for books and one for media. To prevent damage, please

take the time to rubber band your materials before depositing.

Jane Kauzlaric

Library Director

Stardust

Movies

STARDUST THEATREKuentz R.C. (Johnson Blvd. @ Stardust Blvd$2 per person donation - 7 p.m. doors open @

Goldfarb

Griesel

Boulet-Daughtersand Boulet

Marshal lT r i m b l e ,A r i z o n a ’ sState Histo-rian, will en-tertain inSun CityWest at 2

p . m .Wednesday,

Jan. 23, 2013. Check the Janu-ary Rec Center News for ticketinformation.


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MAIN TELEPHONE NUMBER:623‐544‐6000

RH JOHNSON REC CENTER:544‐610519803 R.H. Johnson Blvd.Fitness Center: 544‐6107Swimming Pool: 544‐6106Tennis Reservations: 544‐

6151Mini Golf, Table Tennis, Wii,Arcade, Racquetball, Bocce:544‐6108Ceramics: 546‐0975Lapidary: 584‐8952Lawn Bowls: 584‐0617 or

544‐6147Men’s Club; 544‐6150Metal Club: 584‐0150

Model Railroad: 544‐6148Rip ‘N’ Sew: 546‐4050Silvercraft: 584‐8153

VILLAGE STORE: 544‐6135(located at R.H. JohnsonRec Center)

RH JOHNSON LIBRARY:544‐6130

Data Resource Center: 544‐6644SPORTS PAVILION (Bowling):

544‐6140Strike Zone Eatery: 544‐6116

BEARDSLEY REC CENTER:544‐652412755 Beardsley Road at

Stardust Boulevard

Pool/Fitness/Mini Golf: 544‐6525

Bridge Club: 544‐6529Clay Club: 544‐6530Copper Cookers: 544‐6532Photography: 544‐6520,

544‐6521

KUENTZ REC CENTER:544‐656114401 R.H. Johnson Blvd.Swimming Pool/Fitness:544‐6561Softball: 544‐6157, 544‐

6158Stardust: 584‐7025Weavers: 544‐6515Women’s Social: 546‐4236

Woodworking: 546‐4722PALM RIDGE REC CENTER:

544‐658013800 W. Deer Valley DriveSwimming Pool/Fitness:544‐6581Computers West: 214‐1546Stained Glass: 544‐6586

GOLF OPERATIONS: 544‐6037Tee Time Confirmation:544‐6044Tee Time Reservations:scw.totalegolf.comCourse Conditions: 544‐

6175DEER VALLEY: 544‐6016DESERT TRAILS: 544‐6017

ECHO MESA: 544‐60GRANDVIEW: 544‐60Crooked Putter: 544‐PEBBLEBROOK: 544‐STARDUST: 544‐6012TRAIL RIDGE: 544‐60

ADMINISTRATION

General Manager: 54Human Resources: 5Member Services: 54Rec Center News: 54Website: 544‐6133Recreation Manager

6114Tours & Scheduling:

6129Box Office: 544‐6093

Arts & Crafts

• Art ‐ Sun West,Val An‐derson: 933‐4924

• Basketeers, Marilyn

Poncey: 546‐9757

• Beaders, Linda Don‐

ner: 975‐4480

• Calligraphy, Dale

Hornyan‐Toftoy: 546‐8502

• Ceramics West, Sue

Lewis: 258‐2094

• Clay Club, James Herr:

975‐5551

• Copper Cookers, Bon‐

nie Marshall: 556‐4821

• Creative Stitchers,

Catherine Vaught: 214‐

0759

• Encore Needle & Craft,

Sue Williams: 337‐4558

• Johnson Lapidary,

Greg Waldon: 518‐9016

• Leather Carvers, Jack

Hogan: 1‐541‐633‐3420

• Mac‐Cro‐Knit, Carol

Pritchard: 556‐5313

• Metal Club, Don Mel‐

lum: 584‐0150

• Palo Verde Patchers,

Patricia Luhmann: 537‐

5144

• Photography West,

Gerry Rosen: 537‐9879

• Porcelain Painters,

Marlene Gates: 556‐4998• Rip ‘n’ Sew, Joan

Hardy: 975‐3657

• Rosemaling‐European

Folk Art, Sandy Hinkes:

546‐7725

• Scrapbooking, Paper‐

crafts & More, Fran Mills:

594‐1631

• Silk Flowers, Rose‐

marie Read: 214‐9712

• Stained Glass Crafters,

Judith Watson: 546‐1531

• Decorative Art, Regina

Oswald: 544‐1806• Toy‐ki Silvercraft, Fran

West: 533‐6856

• Weavers West Guild,

Mary Dehlinger: 374‐6995

• Woodworking, Gary

Roberts: 975‐4153

Cards & Games• Bridge‐Kiva West Du‐

plicate, Donna Shelton:

251‐5578

• Bridge‐One Partner,

Richard Lager: 546‐8839

• Bridge‐Ladies Saturday

Contract, Irma Epstein:

214‐8365

• Bridge‐Tuesday Con‐

tract, William Dwineu:

214‐2400

• Bunco, Viv Hennessey:

556‐4818

• Canasta West, Arlene

Rozmus: 546‐3803

• Club 52 Card Club,

Raymond Langlois: 602‐

999‐6688

• Cribbage, Don Donati:

328‐5697

• Euchre Card Club, Con‐

nie Bellinger: 486‐9181

• Five‐Hundred Card,

Marcel Mantha, 251‐7211• Mah Jongg, Joy Eisner:

214‐7307

• Pan Card Club,Rosalyn

Wertz: 975‐4100

• Pinochle, Barbara

MacLeod: 466‐0118

• Saturday Night

Gamesters, Vard Miller:

584‐5396

• Sheepshead, Lyle

Thompson: 602‐524‐1568

Dance

• Country Western, Car‐oline Morrell: 214‐8628

• Hillcrest Dance & So‐

cial, Jayne Deyoe‐Cohen:

240‐0098

• International Social &

Dance, Anna Besmer: 214‐

0875

• Latin Ballroom, Wilbur

Lider: 584‐8543

• Line Dancers, Martha

Williams: 556‐9093

• Westerners Square

Dance, Richarc Howden:

322‐5201

Health &Fitness

• Arthritis Club Rose‐

mary Dougherty: 584‐2327

• Dance for the Health

of It, Pamela Spears: 602‐

679‐4220

• Energetic Exercise,

Dick Altopp: 544‐1251

• Fitness Club, Shirley

Miller: 249‐6931

• Handi‐Capables, Peter

Onni: 584‐6222

• Water Fitness, Gale

Garcia: 975‐1336

• Yoga, Joan Harned:

214‐6760

Hobbies &Travel

• Agriculture, Janet Gri‐

col: 584‐1465

• Automotive Restora‐

tion, Herb Clark: 444‐7778

• Coin & Stamp, Fred

Bubeheimer: 544‐0871

• Computers West,

Charles Horton: 214‐2981

• Garden Club, DavidHodgins: 444‐8045

• Investment Club,

Jamie Gunyuz: 583‐7443

• Model Railroad, Bob

Rose: 826‐3448

• Recreational Vehicle,

Roger Hutflesz: 975‐1022

• Rockhounds West,

Sam Meacham:360‐463‐

4735.

Music &Performance• Dancing Arts, Marie

Farmer: 544‐7842• Karaoke, Howard

Franklin: 533‐3064

• Musicians Club, Mary

Lee: 584‐0308

• Organ & Keyboard,

Ronald Aron: 537‐9092

• Rhythm Tappers, Jan

Cooley: 975‐4003

• Stardust Theatre

Council, Gilbert Pantea:

584‐8419

• Theatre West, Bernard

Meagher: 249‐7213

• Westernaires Chorus,

Neal Johnson: 466‐0015

Social• Boomers, Roland

Cloutier: 670‐4082

• Canine Companions,

Don Gerboth: 546‐4093

• Club Español, Dan

Mesch: 444‐8483

• Friends of the Library,

Larry Woods: 556‐8949

• Men’s Club, Felix Mer‐

lino: 214‐1418

• Singles Club, Carol

Sarna: 255‐4965

• Sunshine Animal Club,

Robert Stebbins: 544‐2356• Women’s Social Club,

Marlene Sullivan: 584‐

8893

Sports - Golf• Deer Valley Men,

Ronnie Skogrand: 518‐

3546

• Deer Valley Women,

Gayle Moeller: 234‐1097

• Desert Trails Men,

Jerry Kinane: 214‐5752

• Desert Trails Women

18ers and 9ers, Bonnie

Flasch: 518‐6866

• Echo Mesa Men, VirgilOlson: 544‐0886

• Echo Mesa Women,

Alice Patton: 556‐2547

• Golf Council SCW,

Karen Hunter: 544‐6986

• Grandview Men, Steve

Waggoner: 826‐5322

• Grandview Women,

Mary Train: 556‐2236

• Lady Putters SCW, Bar‐

bara Martin: 544‐6270

• Men’s Niners, Howard

Allnut: 214‐0583

• Men’s Putting, Wayne

Nelson: 214‐1032

• Pebblebrook Men, GilPreuss: 214‐8431

• Pebblebrook Ladies,

Diane Smith: 546‐6906

• Pebblebrook Ladies

Niners, Maureen McGinn:

544‐3430

• Stardust Men, Irvin

Coon: 826‐8539

• Stardust Women, Avis

Bennett: 444‐8483

• Stardust Women Nin‐

ers, Barbara Scalise: 975‐

3826

• Trail Ridge Me

Platt: 584‐6391• Trail Ridge Wo

Anne Marie Wund

602‐770‐7940

Sports• Bocce, Tom Br

544‐2757

• Bowlers Assoc

David Krauter: 546

• Crestview Bik

Tom Wohlgemuth

1290

• Horseshoe, Lo

ner: 214‐3903

• Johnson LawnGeorge Poor: 584‐

• Mini‐Golfers,

Carneiro: 236‐984

• Mis‐Cues Ladi

liards, Pat Pecque

0577

• Pickleball, Joh

land: 556‐5694

• Platform Tenn

Gliot: 584‐7838

• Racquet Club,

Johnson: 975‐952

• Racquetball/

ball/Whisperball,

ren: 214‐3760

• Shuffleboard,

Webster: 546‐641• Softball, Richa

Lemoine: 975‐929

• Sportsman’s,

Marchese: 444‐84

• Table Tennis, J

Wetherbie: 547‐62

• Tennis, Mal Ja

546‐1145

• Volleyball, Da

Wakefield: 271‐85

Chartered Club

ship is subject to

Phone Numbers

Club Contacts


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PWWW.RCSCW.COM DECEMBER 2012

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR

FREE TRAINING

Registraon for all classes in 2013:Call the Fire District at 623‐584‐3500, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday‐Thursday, excluding holiday

Fire Administraon office is located at 18818 N. Spanish Garden Drive, Sun City West, AZ 85

Chest Compression Only (CCO) CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training a

offered free from 9 to 11 a.m. the third Tuesday of every month at PORA, 13815 Camino D

Sun City West. The latest method of CPR does not involve mouth‐to‐mouth rescue breaths

called “bystander CPR,” this method is recommended for individuals who want to be able t

assist a vicm of cardiac arrest when professional help would be expected to arrive quickly

AHA Heartsaver CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid are offered fre

first Wednesday of every month from 8 a.m. to noon in the Acacia Room at Palm Ridge

Recreaon Center, 13800 Deer Valley Drive, Sun City West. Tradional CPR, involving mout

mouth rescue breathing, blocked airway, and children is recommended for hikers, RVers an

others who might be a distance from professional help.

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June 18

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October 15

November 19

December 17

January 2

February 6

March 6

April 3

May 1

June 5

July 3

August 7

September 4

October 2

November 6

December 4

2013 Training

Emergency Preparedness/Fire Extinguisher

Plan now. Work together. Be ready.

Join us from 8 to 9:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month

in Summit Hall B at Palm Ridge Recreaon Center,

13800 Deer Valley Drive.

Resolve To Be Ready in 2013

Learn: Emergency Preparedness or Fire Exnguisher Training

For addional informaon, call the Sun City West Fire District at

623‐584‐3500.

Upcoming classes:

Fire Exnguisher Training

February 12, 2013

April 09, 2013

June 11, 2013

No August

October 08, 2013

December 10, 2013

Emergency Preparedness

January 08, 2013

March 12, 2013

May 14, 2013

No July

September 10, 2013

November 12, 2013

Seven swimmers from theSun City West Swim Teamtraveled to St. George,Utah, for the HuntsmanWorld Senior Games. Morethan 10,500 participantsfrom more than 22 coun-tries participate in the an-

nual games, making themthe largest senior games inthe world.

The Huntsman World Senior Games, as it isknown today, began in1987 as the World Senior Games, an internationalsenior sports competition.Founded by Daisy and JohnH. Morgan, Jr., the Games began with their vision of an international sportsevent for men and womenages 55 and better. Bothagreed that the golden yearswere better when good health and physical fitness became a way of life, notan occasional hobby.

Since its inception, theGames have been open toall men and women meet-ing the age requirement.The second year of theGames the age requirementwas reduced from age 55 toage 50 to include more ath-letes and to encouragethose looking at retirementto become involved in a personal fitness program or team sport. There are 27

SCW swimmers make a splash at Huntsman World Senior Gam

Sun City WSwim Clubers who peted at t

HuntsmaSenior Gafrom left, GullingsruBlinn, DonGynt CliffHarvey, RLaLonde,Spencer aBaker.

sports in the HWSG and this is a qualifying eventfor the national and inter-national senior games.

In addition to athleticevents, the HuntsmanWorld Senior Games promote health by pro-viding lifesaving healthscreenings for breast and prostate cancer. Screeningsalso detect other serioushealth threats includingglaucoma, diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and decreased

bone density. Volunteer medical and nursing stu-dents assist with the screen-ings and generous sponsors provide diagnostic equip-ment and services.

The swimming eventswere Oct. 10-12, and theSun City West swimmers

brought home 18 gold medals, 19 silver, and 9 bronze. The Sun CityWest resident swimmerswere Patsy Blinn, whoattended for the firsttime; Don Baker, attend-ing for 20 consecutive

years and receiving a com-memorative watch; GiniBaker; Gynt Clifford, who broke HWSG records and Arizona masters swimmingrecords; Barb Gullingsrud;Betty Harvey; RonLalonde; and Billie

Spencer. Don BakeHarvey, and Gynt Calso won “overal point medals in thgroups.

On Saturday, ODon and Gini Bakthe swimmers for ttriathlons,with Dongetting a silver andteam the gold.

The Sun City WeTeam is open to all resSun City West. For tion, contact Gynt at [email protected].


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Golf/Sports

Frequently Asked

QuestionsRULES FAQ (Rule 7‐2)

Q. With my ball lying in the fairway of ahole that runs along the driving range, is itpermissible to chip range balls from thefairway back into the driving range?

No. A player must not make a practicestroke during the play of a hole. (Note: A

practice “swing” is not a practice “stroke” and may betaken at any place.)

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Stardust

Date10‐1‐2012

10‐10‐201210‐10‐201210‐14‐201210‐14‐201210‐15‐201210‐19‐201210‐22‐201210‐23‐201210‐25‐201210‐25‐201210‐30‐201210‐31‐201210‐31‐2012

NameLarry PrinceDarris LarsenDavid MillerJimmy GougeScott KennedyMartin DevenneyTom OverholserBen HoudenKen SquiersPat BurkeCathleen SchoenheideHelen SchneiderBob KerwinGary Pinter

Holes in One

SCW SundayCouples golf

schedule

1- hour short game

clinicsPUTTING11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21 -Deer Valley

PITCHING11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14-Deer Valley

DRIVER11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17 -Stardust

HYBRID & FAIRWAY11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10 -Stardust

HOW TO PRACTICE11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 7 -

Deer ValleyTHE MENTAL GAME3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11 -Pebblebrook

SHORT GAME C

11 a.m.-1 p.m. MondaDec. 3 - Stardust $50

Clinic priceResident, $20; non-

dent, $25. Package oclinics, $90 for residen$100 for non-resident

Each clinic includeshour of instruction. Thswing clinics focus oncific clubs.

Note: Clinics are sudate and time changethe lists are updated fquently.

Check the website awww.reidwestgolfacamies.com for the mosdated list.

Dec. 9 Trail Ridge

Dec. 23 Stardust

Reid-West Golf

Academies ClinicThe 17thAnnual Octogenar-

ian Tournament of Sun CityWest teed off Nov. 3 with 94

area golfers age 80 and older participating at Echo MesaGolf Course. These “youngmen and women” played on a beautifully prepared coursesupervised by Todd Patty and Dan Maurer. Later thatevening, the players and their guests met at the Briarwood Country Club for a greatawards banquet. After themeal, cash and prizes were presented to the winners. Thecommittee thanks everyone – players, guests, Golf Opera-tions and volunteers for mak-

ing the tournament a bigsuccess. And please patronizeour sponsors.

The 2012 OctogenarianTournament committee appre-ciates the assistance provided by Annette Wurgler Golf Op-erations; the staff at EchoMesa golf course; and the people at Briarwood CountryClub led by Caitlin Furer, TomLicorish and Daniel Stetler.

The 2012 committee, allvolunteers, included: Ken and Kathy Roady, scoring and check in; Manny and ColleenZarate, records and sponsors;

Marilynn Dickerson and Sally

Lou Schultz, scoring; Tomand Ardice Knoblauch, plan-ning and setup; Sheryl Rohlfer and Lori Laurent, setup and check in; and Fred Rohlfer,tournament coordinator.

Sponsors for the tournamentare AZ Low Cost Computer Repair, Bashas, KachinaKitchens, The Crooked Putter,The CORE Institute, The UPSStore, Amera Sun City PestControl, S & S Tire, Discount

Cab, Vital Care Rehabilita-tion, Crown Music, Grand-

view Terrace, Carrie KuleshLaw Firm, Ken Meade Real-ity, Grab Bars Now, CraigRundbaken, D.O., Coury’sAuto Service, Southwest Golf Cars, I & J Fountain Restau-rant, The Heritage Tradition,Desert Golf Cars, Arizona EZPawn, Camino Del Sol Fu-neral Home, BackBone Chi-ropractic, Eyes West Optical,Desert Rose Concrete Coat-ing, Vital Wellness, Sante of

Surprise, Furniture Solutions,Emery Hearing Centers, Co-lumbia/Par Car AZ, ChaparralWinds Retirement Commu-nity and Beatrice Keller Clinic.

2012 Octogenarian Results

Men’s Flights• A Flight: 1st low gross, over the field and low gross, Dirk Prather, 63; 2nd

low gross, Dean Hagen, 65; 1st low net, over the field and low net, Don‐

ald Bols, 53; second low net, Erskine Scates, 54.

• B Flight: 1st low gross, Tarry Schmidt, 71 (scorecard playoff); 2nd low

gross, Luis Marquez, 71; 1st low net, JB Wyckoff, 53; second low net, Dick

Finke, 55.

• ‘C’ Flight: 1st low gross, Lyle Karstedt, 79; 2nd low gross, Art Martin, 80;

1st low net, Ted Eaton, 54; 2nd low net, Jim Heig, 58

• Calloway Flight: 1st, John Terechenok, 70; 2nd, Clancy McGarrigle, 60.

Women’s Flights

• ‘A’ Flight: 1st low gross over the field and low gross, 1st, Beryl Flathman,

78; 2nd low gross, Marge Dietz, 79; 1st low net over the field and low net,

Barbara Struthers, 59 (scorecard playoff); 2nd low net, Daphne Gillespie,

59.

• ‘B’ Flight: 1st low gross, Mary Meader, 85; 2nd low gross, Fran Wills, 86;

1st low net, Marie Batchelder, 85; 2nd low net, Peg Kuntzelman, 60.

• Calloway Flight: none

• Nonagenarian (90+) Recognition: Mary Meader, Ben Houden, GlennChristianson, Bob Peckinpaugh.

Age is only a number to 94Octogenarian golfers

Reid West Golf Academies

has a new phone number.

Call 623-687-4333.

If you recently felt a gush of air, it was probably the hugesigh from C.W. Mulliganawakening from hibernation.He didn’t want to be late an-nouncing the upcoming 2013Celebration of Golf Series.

This year’s Celebration of Golf Series will have all eventsoccurring in March, beginningwith the Scramble March 2 atDeer Valley, and ending withthe Carrabba’s Party March 26.Mark your calendar so you

don’t miss the celebraMore information a

events will be in upcosues of the Recreatio

News.

C.W. Mulligan is lurkin

Santa is offering a specialGolfing Tour of Sun City Westpromoon. Residents whoplay all seven of our coursesaer noon during Decemberwill have their names thrownin to a drawing for a newhigh‐def television. Detailsare in the pro shops, so stop

by to pick up your tour cardand get all the info. Employeeresidents are not eligible, butall other resident golfers whoplay each of the sevencourses qualify. Completeone card, and start anothertour for a second chance atthat TV!

GOLFING TOUR OF SCW


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Our seven golf courses are in their busiest time of year, which

means you may have a bit more trouble than usual getting the

exact tee time you want.

To optimize your chances for a suitable tee time, be sure you

are filling out your requests (either through Web Times, the

paper slips or the phone reservation system) as broadly as pos‐

sible. In other words, allow some flexibility in your preferences

to get a second‐ or third‐choice time or course if the lottery

can’t accomodate your first request. And if you don’t like the

time assigned to you by the lottery, be sure to call the course

where you’re booked and see if something better suited to your

needs has opened up.

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Balance, balance, bal-ance! That is the key in

our golf swing and to our body. As a Certified Fitness Trainer, Ihave a background in fitness as well asgolf and I am a firm believer in exercise.“The more wemove the more weare able to move,”“A body in motion tendsto stay in motion.” Simple physics - when was physics ever simple?

Two requests I get themost when working with

someone on their golf swing are, “I want you tohelp me get more dis-tance,” and “I want to bemore consistent.” Thosetwo requests go hand inhand with being in good physica l condition . The body needs to be strongenough to repeat a motionmany times in a row,which takes conditioningof the muscles that are in-volved in that motion.

Too many people don’tunderstand how physicallydemanding the golf swing

is on the body. I am notsaying you have to be-come a fitness buff, but itis important to work onstrengthening and stretch-ing of the core (torso of the body,) shoulders (rota-

tor muscles,) back muscles(trapezius) and arm mus-

cles (bicep and tricep.)The stronger and

more flexible weare the easier it isgoing to be to con-trol the golf club.Swinging the golf club faster equatesto hitting the golf ball far the r. The

faster we can get the armsand the club swinging onthe correct path around the body, the far the r and straighter the ball will fly.I’m not talking about

being muscle-bound, I amtalking about getting on a program where you dosome type of exercise 30minutes a day. That’s not alot of time when you con-sider how important it isto our health and to our golf game.

I will be offering “Be-ginning Golf Series” start-ing in January and I will be talking about simpleexercises as part of mylesson program. This pro-gram is open to anyonewho wants to learn how to

play golf. Golf is abouthaving fun and enjoying being outside with friendsor just taking some“alone” time.

Here’s to enjoying thegame!

Lee Huntley

Get stronger and

stay fit to play!Oh, what a night! The new

Holiday Series Season beganSunday, Oct. 28 at Grand-view with the ever popular “Black Cat” night golf.

The 135 golfers enjoyed the Crooked Putter lasagnadinner and the Cactus Coun-try Band, as well as the full-moon evening of golf. Weregret that some of the glow

balls lost their glow, but wetrust next year that will nothappen.

Present at the event wasPat O’Hara, the new man-ager of Golf Operations,sponsors Mike Calenda and Gary Cross of BFS Home

Service Warranty and KarenDarby-Ritz from Camino delSol Funeral Chapel.

A special thanks to thosewho helped with set-up and take-down tasks, Mark Ad-cock and staff at Grandview,Jeff Smith and staff atCrooked Putter, and Todd

Patty and staff who prthe course for the eve

We thank all ourBuddies” sponsors wwhich these events

not be possible.The next event will

“Turkey Shoot” NovTrail Ridge. It will be

person best ball tournwith a shotgun start aSign-up sheets are avnow at all courses. S

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ALL STATESThe meeting that was tentatively

scheduled for all state club presidents in November will be in January. All of the November and December events madeJanuary a better month to have the annualmeeting.

Thanks for your patience, and if youhave any questions or your club needs as-sistance with a problem, free to call 623-214-8150.

IDAHOThe Idaho State Club has grown to 135

members. Anyone who has any affiliation

with the state of Idaho is more than wel-come to become part of this fun-lovinggroup. Membership is $ 5.

Regular activities include a breakfastmeeting on the first Saturday of everymonth at 8:30 a.m. at the Golden Corralon Grand Avenue. The cost of the buffetis $10.40 per person, which includes tax,tip and drinks. If you want to meet and make new friends call Gen at 623-584-6083.

First and third Fridays is the women’sand men’s Bridge, Hand & Foot and lunch at The 5 & Diner, on Bell Road and the Avenue of the Arts. Call Gen for Bridge, 623-584-6083 and Joyce, 623-523-4407 for Hand & Foot.

Monthly from January through Aprilwill be couple card games. Call Myrna,623-322-0052 for Marathon Bridge and Mona for Hand & Foot. We need to planahead for this activity to determine howmany are interested.

Our last event for the year will be theannual Christmas party Dec. 6 at I & JFountain Restaurant, located at El Mirageand Bell roads. Social hour begins at 4 p.m., Dinner is served at 5 and music and dancing starts at 5:30. Cost for non-members is $30, members cost is $25. For in-formation and reservations, call John,623-975-4213; deadline is Dec. 1.

Upcoming events for 2013 include rac-ing at Turf Paradise, Feb. 11; Baseballgame at Surprise Recreation Complex,March 5; and other activities. Be part of the action!

IOWAIowa friendliness was in full view as

more than 150 members and guests of theIowa Club attended the “Picnic in thePark” Oct 27. A wonderful barbeque was provided by Texas Steakhouse. HerbClark, president of the theAutomotive/Restoration Club, gave infor-mation about the formation of that cluband his members lined up in 20 restored and customized vehicles for Iowa Clubmembers to look over. Future events in-

clude drop in Breakfast at Tivoli Gardenson the second Monday of each monthfrom 8:30 to 10, a Dec. 8 trip to BarleenFamily Christmas Show (sold out – standby only) a golf scramble, fashionshow luncheon and a March 9 breakfastat Briarwood and election of officers.

Membership in the Iowa Club is $10and is open to all who are interested inmaintaining an Iowa connection. Jointoday to get in on the great events being planned. Information: E-mail [email protected] or call Kay at 623-566-2894. We hope to hear from yousoon.

MICHIGANMichiganders! The Christmas Lunch-

eon will be Friday, Dec.14 at Union HillsCountry Club. Entree choices are SalmonBeurre Blanc or Chicken Cordon Bleu ac-companied by a garden salad, ovenroasted herbal potatoes and fresh seasonalvegetables, followed by homemade applecrisp with vanilla ice cream for dessert.Entertainment will be by Mary Jo. Cost is$18. Members, submit the coupon byDec. 7. We welcome prospective members. Call Sonya at 623-544-7601 for in-formation or reservations.

Other activities scheduled are: MusicalInstruments Museum Tour Jan. 5. Cost is$15 for Adults, $13 for Seniors 65+.Reservations due by Dec. 29.

Watch for details on club events: PizzaParty & Ice Cream Social, Jan. 30; Racesat Turf Paradise, Feb. 19; Dinner and TheDuttons, March 16; and Planning Lunch& Meeting, April 4, in upcoming issuesof Rec Center News. Call Jim at 623-544-7601 for membership information.

MINNESOTAThe Minnesota Club of Sun City West

hosted a Welcome Back Breakfast for itsreturnees at the Sun City Country Club.Our next special event will be the Christ-mas / Holiday Luncheon Saturday, Dec.1. A turkey dinner will be served with allthe trimmings. A social hour will begin at11 a.m.

The annual election of officers for 2013will be conducted by President Don at11:45. A special musical entertainmenthas been arranged with seasonal numbersin the program. There are always door prizes awarded to lucky attendees. Therealso will be the usual 50/50 game to add to the holiday spirit. Guests are alwayswelcome.

The January Wine & Cheese will beFriday, Jan. 11. Full details will be sent tomembers after Christmas. Membershipdues for 2013 are now due and are $5 per person. Dues may be mailed to the Treas-urer at 13425 Caraway Drive, SCW,85375. For information or questions, callJean at 623-546-0557.

NEBRASKAWine and Hors d’oeuvres, Sunday

Dec. 9 at Lakeview Center Social Hall,10626 W. Thunderbird Blvd., Sun City.Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with social be-ginning at 5. $5 per member, $8 per guest. Each attendee is asked to bring hor d’oeuvres to serve eight. Checks should be made payable to Nebraska Club of theSun Cities and sent to 13735 W. Green-view Dr., Sun City West, AZ 85375-5441 before Dec. 2. For information, call 623-975-1792.

Each Tuesday –Nebraska Club Men’sBreakfast at 6:30 a.m., Hole ’N OneRestaurant, 13574 Camino del Sol, SunCity West. No reservations required. For information, call Don at 623-977-7386.

Each Saturday –Nebraska Club Coed Breakfast at 8:30 a.m., Tivoli Gardens,12555 W. Bell Road, Surprise. No reser-vations required. For information, callLila at 623-322-2442.

Each third Friday –Nebraska ClubLadies Luncheon and Bridge at 11:30a.m., Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N.135th Ave., Sun City West. Reservationsrequired. Call Lila at 623-322-2442.

NEW ENGLANDThe club recently enjoyed a matinee

dinner performance of the musical Okla-homa at the Arizona Broadway Theatre inPeoria. We close out the year with a Hol-iday Lunch at the Union Hills CountryClub Saturday, Dec. 15. Check newsletter for details. Looking forward to another year of socializing with friends from“back east” and, as always, seeking newmembers to share our experiences. Infor-mation: 623-525-3482.

OHIOCome join us for breakfast at Tivoli

Gardens at 8:30 a.m., Monday, Dec. 3,and lunch or breakfast at Tivoli’s at 11:30a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 19. Everyone pays their own check. A wonderful oppor-tunity to get to know your fellow members.

Upcoming - Christmas Party at theSun City Country Club Dec. 12. Socialhour at 11 a.m., lunch at noon - door prizes to follow. Cost per person $20 (in-cludes tax and tip); cocktails available ona cash basis. Deadline for reservations isDec. 6, no refunds after that. ContactDennis, 623-546-4035.

Tuesday, Jan. 22, A Day at the Races -Turf Paradise; Friday, Feb. 8, Bingo-PizzaParty at SCW Foundation Building in SunCity West (12:30 - 4 p.m.) March - Springtraining baseball game; April - A Flingwith the Flamingos/luncheon at Dillon’slocation at the World Wildlife Zoo &Aquarium; May - luncheon with speaker at Old Country Buffet in Peoria. Detailswill follow later on these events.

Membership information: Richard at623-214-6201. Membership dues of $6 per person for 2013 are now being col-lected.

OREGONMeet new friends, renew old acquain-

tances, enjoy good food, and dance to theJukebox Junkies.

The State Club of Oregon invites allwith Oregon connections to the annual

Christmas Dinner and Dance. This eventis Dec. 14 at the Sun City West Founda-tion Webb-Powell Room, 14465 R.H.Johnson Blvd. The cost is $30 per person.

For information, send e-mail to [email protected] or call Penny

at 623-933-7021 or Vince and Janis at623-975-9802. Reservations must be re-ceived by Dec. 8.

PENNSYLVANIAThe Oktoberfest was lots of fun and we

had a great turnout.This is a member reminder for Penn-

sylvania Club members to please check the newsletter for details concerning theDec. 1 Wine & Pizza Party.

Saturday, Jan. 12, we’ll be heading tothe Arizona Opry. This show always getsrave reviews. After dinner, we’ll enjoy anevening of musical variety, comedy and family fun.

Call Barb, 623-975-0561.

WASHINGTON STATEWelcome back to all the Snowbirds

and also the new members who are join-ing our club, we hope you all enjoy theevents we have planned for this season.

The Octoberfest we had in November had a nice attendance, the music and thevenue were great, however, I apologizefor the food. The caterer really let usdown.

Dec. 8, we are going by bus to the Sil-ver Star Playhouse. It has replaced theBroadway Palm Theater and will beshowing “A Christmas Carol Part 2” (itwas suppose to be the Nutcracker but theychanged the play.) However, this is aspoof on “A Christmas Carol” and is sup- posed to be very funny—the tickets for the show and the bus transportation are$39.95 per person, that does not includefood. They operate differently than theBroadway Palm, they offer a menu fromwhich you can order sandwiches, pizza,

wraps, hamburgers, desserts, beverages,etc. and pay for whatever you order your-self, or you do not have to eat if you don’twant to. They also have a cash bar if youwant an alcoholic drink.

At this writing we have only 8 seatsleft, so if you are interested, send in your coupon and checks before they are allgone. Guests are welcome and if youdon’t have a coupon and want to go, callJean at 623-214-8150.

Jan. 20 is the two-night Laughlin tripto the Aquarius Hotel. We are takingreservations for that now, see your Wash-ington State Newsletter for coupons or call 623-214-8150 for info—-this is a funtrip! Guests are welcome.

February we have a surprise trip —it is

really neat, if interested knthe surprise is, call Jean, 623This is something you won’t wand the price will be a real shfree! Guests welcome — I amthe phone for your call, but wo

before 9 a.m. or after 8 p.m.The annual crab feed is scFeb. 23. It is too early to g prices yet, but if you like Dunand all the trimmings be sure tclub newsletter or the rec cenmore info —this is a reservevent and guests are welcomedate open.

Dates for March events awill be announced in January News and the club newsletter

For information on any eclub in general, call Jean a8150.

WISCONSINOK, Wisconsinites — did

knowledge of the word “bubto be a secret for, “Yes, I’m frosin.” With that said “Welcom

you Wisconsinites!”We have a great schedul

coming up to enjoy good cogood food:

Holiday Dinner w/musicament by Stan Leavitt at 5 p.mDec. 4. This event always filCall Linda, 623-399- 8237.

Don’t forget to renew youship early for next year to get book. Call Membership CJoanne, 623-486-3734.

Arizona Broadway preseDolly” at 12:15 p.m. WednesdGet your tickets for the dinneras this also fills up quickly. Ca623-476-6856.

China Buffet Restaurant lunThursday, Jan. 31. Call Pa0853. Private room limited reservations.

There will be the traditionaat Palm Ridge center at 5:30 pFeb. 17. Call Ben, 623-584-3

Enjoy breakfast with fellowthe second Monday of the moa.m. at Tivoli Gardens, 125Road, Surprise. Order off the vidual checks. Call Carol, 62 by the Friday before to reserv

We welcome any Wisconsithe area or who just want to jofor the great fun you hear abomembership chairwoman Jo486-3734. General informatioBob, 623-399-8237. The clubwww.scwclubs.com/wi.


All States ClubSubmit All States Club

news by the first day of eachmonth (for the next month’s

publication) to [email protected]. All sub-missions for January 2013are due by Dec. 1. If you donot have a computer, please

print and mail to 22211Lobo Lane, Sun City West,AZ 85375.

Iowa Club President Kay Williams and Automotive/RestoraPresident Herb Clark look over some of the restored and cuvehicles at the Iowa Club Picnic at Beardsley Park.

Members of the Pennsyl-

vania Clubare, in thefront row,

John Nugentand Del Rif-

fle. In theback row arePhyllis Greb-

son, vicepresident;

Russ Clay-tor, presi-dent; and

Carol Halton,secretary.


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Bowling

Equipmedemos

Tips for Seniors by Daily Fitness

Daily Fitness presentequipment demonstmonthly at each of tCenters’ fitness centerdividuals new to the cnity or new to using acenter. Exercise profesprovide a half hour toufacility one Tuesday a

demonstrating basic various machines. Thno demonstrations cember.

Gift for good health - fitness trainingNeed a holiday gift idea? How

about personal training services?Daily Fitness trainers teach,

coach and motivate individuals tonew levels of fitness. Sally Youngdecided to give herself a gift, anduse the help of a personal trainerto improve her overall physicalfitness.

She selected a 12‐session com‐prehensive program for her work‐out regimen. She wanted to learnhow to use all of the machines atthe Beardsley Rec Center.

Fitness professional Laura Coxguided Sally through the aerobicand strength machines, teachingproper breathing form and tech‐nique. She provided Sally withseveral workout options for fu‐

ture use at the Beardsley.Their weekly meetings included

strength training, cardiovascularwork and flexibility exercises.Throughout the 12 sessions,Laura monitored Sally’s exercises,continually teaching and coach‐ing.

Laura’s positive encouragementand educational expertise re‐sulted in a fitness program thathas improved Sally’s stamina andendurance, muscular strengthand overall flexibility.

To find out more about Dail y Fit‐ness personal training services,call 623‐256‐7901 or visitwww.DailyFitnessLLC.com.

Gift certificates are availablefor holiday giving.

• Palm Ridge, 11:3

Tuesday, Jan. 8

• Beardsley, 4 p

Tuesday, Jan. 8

• Kuentz, 4:30 p

Tuesday, Jan. 8

• R.H. Johnson, 4:3

Tuesday, Jan. 2

Sally Young uses the Assisted Dip machine atBeardsley Rec Center unter the watchful ey of fitness professional Laura Cox.

All of our leagues are back and the pins are flying with ex-citement.

Our total league bowler

count for this year is 1,936 bowlers, an increase of 49 bowlers compared to last year.My staff and I want to thank allthe new and veteran bowlerswho are bowling in our greatleagues. The support is greatlyappreciated.

December is upon us and what an exciting month it will be. Dec. 8 is 8 pin no tap start-ing at 5:30 p.m.; Dec. 22 isChristmas for Kids at 1 p.m.and at 5:30 is Red/Pin No Tap.Details on these events areavailable at the center.

Marty and Joni Bell continueto draw numerous bowlers totheir Learn to Bowl Classevery Wednesday at 9 a.m.Sign up early to reserve a spot

Five Step ApproachFive step timing is simply

adding another step and start-ing with your left foot. Withthis step, the ball is not moved away from your body until theright foot is moved forward inyour second step. Some bowlers get confused with tak-ing an additional step. Think about five steps this way. Since

the ball does not move untilthe right foot comes forward

on the second step, let’s callthe first step step zero. Socount 0, 1, 2, 3, 4. Why do bowlers take five steps? For bowlers who are short, veryyoung or seniors who don’t

have a big stride to their natu-ral walk, five steps can createfaster tempo and help you tofinish closer to the foul line. If you are a taller bowler, takingfour steps would probably

work better for you. As witheverything in bowling and al-most any sport, there are noabsolutes; experiment with both approaches and seewhich feels more comfortable.

When you feel in “timfinish, you will have yance and a better relewill be able to hit yomore consistently. Givand see what works b

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Village Store

I was back on the adventure trail to

visit the Leather Carvers club at KuentzRecreation Center May 8. This is clubnumber 21 on the series I started in2007.

I arrived at the club room at 9 a.m.David Edens, a new member, was thereto greet me and give me a tour of the craft room. We beganwith the patterns, which wereextensive and available for use.The club also has many books,magazines and transfer patternsfor use. Samples of items made

by members are all over theclub room. A small horse sad-dle is on display along with

photos of members’ projects.The main type of leather used by the

club is cowhide. It comes in variousthicknesses and the project would dic-tate the thickness used. It is sold by thesquare foot.

These patterns are transferred to thecowhide. It has a fuzzy back and can besmoothed out by applying a gum solu-tion and rubbing with a tongue depres-sor.

We proceeded to the tool room, whichwas loaded with supplies and tools.There were belt blanks which can be

purchased in the desired lengths. Mem- bers may order parts and kits through theclub using their volume discount. The

purchasing agent picks the orders up atthe Tandy Leather Company.

There are also mauls, buckles, lacing,rivets, snaps, screws, D rings, end cut-ters, punches, stamping tools and vari-ous other tools necessary for leather crafting. The quality of tools and mate-rials will dictate the finished product. Inleather crafting this is especially true.

Most of the tool boxes of the members

are loaded with a variety of punches,stamping tools, swivel knives and mauls. The club has a nice supply of

punching tools, which are marked ingreen and can be used in the club room.

There is a donation box in the toolroom. Each member marks hisor her own tools with a differ-ent color to ensure identifica-tion. There are lockers availablefor the members to use withtheir own locks.

The next area contains theheavy duty sewing machines.These machines stitch onestitch at a time. Boy, I bet theRip ‘n’ Sew members are glad

they don’t have that type! The dyingarea has many colors of dyes that can beused. All of the leather starts out as a

peach color and can be dyed to justabout any color of the rainbow. As withthe tools, there is a donation box in thedye cupboard. There is a cupboard with

paints and brushes which also has a canfor donations. The donations are used to

purchase supplies for the club and allowthe members to use. The honesty factor is strong in this club.

One member was working on a belt,which I refer to as “Instant Belt.” He had a belt blank, stamped on a pattern witha press. This process is much faster than

traditional maul and tool work. You cando it this way when you need a gift in ahurry. This area of the room also housesthe burnishing machine, which roundsthe edge and evens out the piece.

After my tour, I sat down to talk withBill Moore, a 21-year member, to learnthe nitty gritty about the club. It beganin 1984 with 40 members in the Beard-

sley Rec Center. It was relocated toKuentz in 1990 in the Weaver’s room.Later they swapped rooms. Membershiphit a high of 130 and is now 75. Thedues are $10 per year.

New members pay $35 which coverstheir first year dues and the supplies tomake a caddy holder and coasters. Inthis first project the member will dye,tool and stitch by hand, the steps for cre-ating leather crafts. These lessons propelthem to unlimited projects. Bill Moorehas made a full size saddle. The day Ivisited he was working on a miniaturesaddle.

There were a nearly a dozen memberssetting up in the room. They each had atool box, and all the tables have an inlaid

piece of marble. The tables were made

by the members because the stthe marble helps in tooling the

I talked to several of the mwere working on projects. Theyme tools that made it possible

the leather more easily, a swivwhich makes cuts easier, diffeand weight mauls used for tam

pattern tools and styles of backThe Leather Club is a very c

group of people. I enjoyed my of learning and watching thesesoft-spoken artists tap out thmasterpiece.

On a very sad note, Bill Moalso was the club historian, pasMay 26. I was very lucky to splast morning with him and the mof the Sun City West Leather C

Leather Carvers stamp, punch and paint

cowhide into useful items, beautiful art

Clockwise fromright are severmembers of thLeather Carvelong-time memBill Moore withminiature saddcreated; John rand hard at wand Art Trousdtooling his prowith the patterview on his too

Katie

Van LeuvenStore Supervisor


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Entertainment & Events


From

who are experiencing first time.

ABBACADABRA, mate ABBA Concert, to continue the mome

performing 20 of thegreatest hits in full ABion and flair. You won

to sit still in your seatslike “S.O.S.,” “Super Tand “Dancing Querecreated with such pyou’ll swear you were to the originals. The mof “Fernando” and “Chwill rekindle those fefirst loves. “Take a ChMe” and “Voulez Volift the audiences outseats to dance!

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p.m. on Tuesdays.

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Tours and Scheduling in the R.H.ec Center between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.for details on these upcoming trips:

ALGODONES, MEXICO

Tuesday, Dec. 4

shopping destination just across them Yuma. Leave SCW early in the

make one stop in Gila Bend for fastkfast or coffee and arrive at the bor‐d 11:30 a.m. The motorcoach parks. side and you walk about 100 yardse border.have four hours to spend shopping,and enjoying the culture of Mexico.

oom in the cargo bays allows you toe your purchases safely. Restaurantsnes offer lunch possibilities. BusSCW around 8:30 p.m. after anothera Bend on the return trip. Cost is $65n. VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED TOE BORDER.

STMAS CAROL” AT HALE THEATRE

DINNER AT ORGAN STOP PIZZA

Saturday, Dec. 8

y tradition, back by popular demand,mas Carol,” the timeless tale by

ckens, brought to life on the Halehe holidays. This musical dramatiza‐t holly, love and joy of the season in

s heart. After the show we’ll head top Pizza. Enjoy house salad, choice of beverages while you the spectacularOrgan with nearly 6,000 pipes. Costr person and includes round tription, show ticket at Hale Theatre,

Organ Stop Pizza with entertainment,r, driver and guide gratuity.

PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES

ednesday‐Friday, Dec. 12‐14

ov. 1 through New Year’s Eve, thePalm Springs Follies celebrates thedays in grand style. The lobby of the

aza Theatre transports audiences tohristmas morning dream‐come‐true,with a lavish tree and exquisite orna‐pired by Follies showgirls. The enter‐uns the course from comedic fun tofantastic with an audience sing‐

an onstage snowfall. Christmas car‐er holiday tunes make “Christmas in

d” a treat for the eye, ear, heart ande.ft makes her Follies debut with an

inspired tribute to her mother, Judy Garland.Cost is $495 per person double occupancy

and $625 single occupancy, which includes

round trip moto

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