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Our All Volunteer
Board of Directors
TOM SHAMBO
President
GENE WITTMANN
Vice President
KREG BECK
Treasurer
Sunflower Community Association,, Inc.
9401 N. Sunflower Park Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743
December 2014
Volume 17, Issue 12
WELCOME TO OUR NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2014-2015
Gene Wittmann, Tom Shambo, Frank Horsfall, Kreg Beck
Julie Agozzino, and Bonnie Scott (Not pictured Tom Besterfeldt)
JULIE AGOZZINO
Secretary
Directors
TOM BESTERFELDT
FRANK HORSFALL
BONNIE SCOTT
VILLAGE CENTER
520-572-9780
Fax: 520-572-8724
General Manager, Ext. 18
Melissa Low
Front Desk, Ext. 10
Bookkeeper, Ext. 17
*Website Address
Sunflowerliving.com
What’s Inside
Board Message…………….…..7
Topics of Special Interest….......8
Upcoming Events……………...8
Committee Reports……… ….11
Special Events... ………….......11
Cuisine Events………….….....13
Cards & Games ....................... 14
Activities & Clubs .................. 16
Health & Safety ...................... 21
Community News ................... 22
Classifieds………………….…22
Special Interest & Contacts…..23
ANNUAL MEETING 2014 ELECTED BOARD MEMBERS
Frank Horsfall, Tom Shambo, Julie Agozzino, Tom Besterfeldt,
and Kreg Beck
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advertised herein and assumes no responsibility for the statements made in this publication. Information regarding advertising rates, deadlines, and
policy information may be obtained by contacting the
Village Center Front Desk at Phone: (520) 572-9780 ● Fax: (520) 572-8724
Published monthly by Staff & Volunteers of Sunflower Community Association, Inc. 9401 N. Sunflower Park Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743
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Resident Proximity Card only, from 5:00 a.m. until Village Center opens and from Village Center closing until 11:00 p.m. daily.
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DEADLINES AND SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All data and payment must be received at the Sunflower Village Center by the 12 th of the month.
Ads should be prepared on a disc, or submitted by email to [email protected]. (note change in email address for advertising only).
Ad should be submitted with a hard copy and full payment to Sunflower Community Association, Inc.
9401 N. Sunflower Park Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743 (520- 572-9780)
DISCLAIMER: The acceptance of an ad or flyer by the Association does not constitute approval or endorsement by the
Sunflower Community Association, Inc. and the Association reserves the right to refuse any material that is deemed to be
inappropriate. The terms, conditions and rates charged are subject to change at any time without notice.
All signed contracts will, of course, be honored.
SUN CATCHER DEADLINE
Just a reminder to everyone who submits articles for the Sun Catcher: the deadline is the 12 th of the month.
This deadline was arrived at to insure that all homeowners receive the publication in a timely manner.
This allows residents to plan and participate in the next month’s activities.
Ideally articles would be submitted as a Word Document attachment to an email. If you aren’t able to submit it in that format,
you can also submit it on a disk. Please keep the article to 250 words or less. Please email all articles to [email protected]
Thank you for your cooperation
BOARD MESSAGE
By Tom Shambo
On behalf of the entire Sunflower Community Association Board of Directors, we want to thank the members
of the community for their participation in the election process. We also would like to thank Faith and the
members of the Election Committee for their many hours of work to assure the election process went
smoothly.
It is exciting to have this opportunity to serve our community and to be a part of a great team of board
members. I look forward to working with our General Manager and her team to move Sunflower forward in
the upcoming years. As I and the new members of our board learn our new positions, remember we are here to
serve you, the members of our community.
I wish everyone and their families a Happy Thanksgiving and best wishes through the upcoming holiday
season.
GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT
By Melissa Low
Happy Holiday Season to all! We had an excellent turn out for the Annual Members Meeting held November
5th. About 100 residents showed up to see and hear a presentation by Marana Police Chief Terry Rozema on
the new police facility that is being proposed. Julie Agozzino, Kreg Beck, Tom Besterfeldt, Frank Horsfall and
Tom Shambo were elected to the Board of Directors joining Bonnie Scott and Gene Wittmann who are
completing the second year of their term. The new members were sworn in to office and outgoing members
Gloria Harris, Carl Moulton, Russ Beyers and Bill Mc Crone were thanked for their service. The busy year
was summarized and the numerous accomplishments noted. Some of them were:
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Irrigation replacement – Twin Peaks from Coachline to Silverbell
Decorative Landscape Rock – Twin Peaks from Coachline to Silverbell
New telephone system
New microphones
Solid door to replace gate on exterior storage room
Pool area deck re-coated
Tennis courts resurfaced
Spa resurfaced
Spa filter replaced
New flooring in Fiesta Room, Kitchen and Craft Room
New carpet in Billiards Room, Computer Room and offices
Billiards tables re-covered
Parking lot resurfaced
Pool water line tile cleaned
Marana Police Department
Lobby furniture and Fitness Room bench re-upholstered
Chief Terry Rozema
Three pool area Ramada covers replaced
(pictured on the right)
Printing of Sun Catcher and Resident Directories in-house
Policy Manual revisions
Bocce courts repaired
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TOPICS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
SOME UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunflower Chorale Holiday Concerts—Thursday, December 4 and Friday, December 5 at 4:30 p.m. Free
admission
Dance Club Party—Saturday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Bingo—Tuesday, December 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Board Meeting—Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00 a.m.
December Potluck—Thursday, December 11—Social 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:00 p.m.
Board Study Session—Date to be determined
Gatekeepers Chorale Concert -Nibblers & Noshers —Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30 p.m.-All are welcome
Karaoke—Thursday, December 18 with Marty Freese at 6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS EVE CENTER OPEN FROM
7:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25. CHRISTMAS DAY, CENTER CLOSED
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, NEW YEAR’S EVE CENTER OPEN
7:00 A.M. TO 2 P.M. REOPENS AT 8:00 P.M. For NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
THURSDAY, JANUARY 1 NEW YEAR’S DAY. CENTER OPEN FROM
9:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.
Resales
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SUNFLOWERLIVING WEBSITE
A place for posting upcoming club and group events
has now been added to the Announcements page on the
Sunflowerliving website (What’s New> Announcements). Clubs and groups are encouraged to send their
information to [email protected] and it
will be posted on that page.
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DANCE DANCE DANCE
By Phyllis Bowcott
The Dance Committee presents:
Dick Smith’s “Class of 59”
When: Saturday, December 6th, 2014
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Fiesta Room
No sign up necessary, Great fun and holiday cheer are
guaranteed, so come engage in conversation, dance &
enjoy the good music for the evening.
$5.00 donation appreciated
Bring your own munchies and beverage of choice.
NOT TO BE MISSED MUSICAL PROGRAM
By Anne Lowe
Everyone Welcome!
On Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30 p.m., prepare to
be so moved when you hear the
Gatekeepers in concert. From the
Ironwood Hills Church in Tucson,
they are a group of musicians and
singers. The chorale consists of
15 members, 5 men and 10 women. The musicians
include bass and lead guitar, drummer, piano,
keyboard and harp. Their voices will thrill you as
they perform seasonal music, plus songs about their
love of Israel. They will fill the Fiesta Room with
joyous sound.
Join the Sunflower Nibblers and Noshers group for
this extraordinary program. Naturally, everyone is
welcome! Refreshments, too!
NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA
By Phyllis Bowcott
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Please plan to join the fun and dancing.
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WHEN: Wednesday, December 31 , 2014
WHERE: Fiesta Room
TIME: 8 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT
COST: $10.00
Ticket sales dates are Friday, December 12th,
10 a.m. to noon
Saturday, December 13th, if necessary,
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY:
Dick Smith’s “Class of 59” Band
Marty Freese will also bring some fun. There will be
NO Library seating –Fiesta Room only
Light munchies and soft drinks will be provided. We
know you will have a great time!
Any questions, call Phyllis Bowcott 572-1876 Or
Sharon Schafle 744-0685
HOLIDAY CHORALE CONCERT
By Dawn Calkins, Director
It's that time again. The Sunflower Chorale is pleased
to announce its annual holiday concerts to be held on
December 4th and 5th in the Fiesta Room at 4:30 p.m.
We have planned what we hope will be a joyous
musical celebration for your pleasure. This concert is
free, as are all of our concerts, but we gratefully
accept all monetary donations toward purchase of
music for future concerts. We hope to see you all
there.
ATTENTION NEW RESIDENTS!
By Welcoming Committee
If you're a new resident to Sunflower in the past year,
please mark your calendars for a Wine/Cheese
Reception to be held on Saturday, January 24, 2015,
2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Village Center, Fiesta Room.
You'll have an opportunity to mingle with fellow
residents, board members and the General Manager.
A formal invitation will be sent to you in early
January.
CHRISTMAS KARAOKE
Thursday, December 18th
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
It's that time of year again when we sing our
favorite Holiday songs. Come and join Host
Marty Freese, as we enjoy that holiday spirit.
Refreshments are welcomed
NOTARY SERVICE AVAILABLE
By Melissa Low
Our bookkeeper, Linda Parent, is commissioned to perform
notary services for our Sunflower residents. Please feel free to
contact her directly at 572-9780 ext. 17 to set up an
appointment. There is no charge for Sunflower residents;
appointments required.
Please remember to bring your government issued identification
(drivers license, passport, state ID, etc.) Do not sign your
document before your appointment; your signature must be
verified in front of the notary. Linda cannot notarize
anything that has been signed before the visit.
No
exceptions.
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DONATIONS FOR THE TROOPS
By Don Seymour
The Sunflower Veterans Club is continuing a
project to provide support to military troops
serving in Afghanistan and in remote outposts.
(See www.anysoldier.com)
A box is set up in the Village Center lobby until the
first week in December accepting donated items. The
Veterans Club will arrange packaging and shipping.
Cash donations will be accepted by the Veterans
Club Treasurer.
WHAT TO DONATE?
Snacks and Food items, Dry, Canned or Packaged
* Beef jerky, canned or dried Tuna, Salmon, dried
fruit
* Energy Bars (Very popular for troops on patrol.)
* Trail Mix, Nut mixes
* Potato Chips, corn chips (in containers, like
Pringles)
* Hard candy, gum (No chocolate, it melts!)
* Pretzels, crackers
* Microwaveable meals, popcorn, Ramen noodles
* Dry Flavor packets for water bottles
* Instant Coffee or Tea
Hygiene and Comfort Items
* Soap, shampoo, travel size toothpaste & brushes,
deodorant, razors, detergent pods
* Female hygiene items, pearls, etc.
* Baby wipes (They use these a lot!)
* Magazines, books, crossword puzzles, Sudoku,
playing cards
* Batteries
* Pens, paper, miscellaneous writing supplies
* Sheets (bunk size), pillow cases
* Socks
* Sun screen
* Phone Cards
* Used or New DVD movies or music CDs are much
appreciated
PLEASE DO NOT DONATE THESE ITEMS:
* Alcohol
* Pork Products
* X Rated material
* Religious items
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U.S. MARINE CORPS RESERVE TOYS FOR
TOTS PROGRAM
By Walter Calmese
The mission of the Toys for Tots Program is to
collect new, unwrapped toys to distribute to needy
children in the community in which the campaign is
conducted. These new toys give a message of hope to
needy youngsters and encourage them to grow into
responsible, productive, patriotic citizens and
community leaders.
Please place new, unwrapped toys in the collection
box in the lobby of the Village Center for children
from ages 1 to 17. The collection drive started
November 14th and ends on Monday, December 22nd
so keep the kids in mind while you’re shopping for
gifts for your own grandkids. You may also leave
monetary (cash/check) donations with the front desk
staff. Receipts are available upon request at the front
desk.
Help brighten the season for the less fortunate
children of our community. If you have any
questions, call Walter Calmese, MSgt. USMC Ret., at
904-8710.
VETERANS’S DAY
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
By Tom Vana
The semi-annual community review was completed
by November 12. We are happy to report that we will
be sending out 24 less “Friendly Reminder” letters
than in the Spring.
Hopefully this will be a
continuing trend. Weeds, empty pots and various
“artifacts” headed the list. As a reminder, each
property owner, as a good neighbor, is responsible for
preventing encroachment of his trees, shrubs etc.
growing onto or over a neighboring property or into a
common or public area.
We would again like to emphasize that house
numbers are of little value in an emergency if they are
faded and illegible. A few minutes with a little black
paint and small brush will remedy the situation.
FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
By Shirley Bailey, Finance Chair
The Finance Committee meets each month in the
Craft Room. As a committee, we review the monthly
expenses and HOA income from the Sunflower
financials, plus any new contract bids for work or
projects over $1,500. Our job is to do an analysis of
past expenditures, trends on current maintenance
costs, and review new projects/replacements paid out
of our Sunflower Reserve Fund. In 2014, $120,000
in projects was funded out of Reserve money.
By our Charter, our responsibility to the community
is to assist the Board in reviewing upcoming expenses
over $1,500 and how the expenses impact our
Reserve Fund. We want Finance to be “proactive”
providing a 1-5 year plan on replacement options
from Reserve Funds for the betterment of the
community. To reach this objective, we do maintain
an internal analysis of our Reserve Funds. In
addition, there is an outside firm, Association
Reserves, who perform an analysis on our fund
balance every year. We are currently in a “strong”
position for covering future expenditures.
Although not an exciting fun-filled job, we have a
great group of people working in Finance with an
active interest in the community.
We are always
looking for new members! If you like numbers and
want to serve your community, fill out an application.
If you have questions, please drop in to one of our
meetings.
There is always plenty of seating
available!
We wish ALL Sunflower Community Members
Happy Holidays!
WELCOMING COMMITTEE
By Liz Perry
Are you a new homeowner in Sunflower? The
Welcoming Committee would love to meet you and
provide you with a helpful information packet that
includes maps, coupons, activity/club information,
emergency contact information, etc.
Please contact either Lynn Haye at 520-572-6741 or
Liz Perry at [email protected], to help you get
connected in your new community!
SPECIAL EVENTS
CULINARY CLUB
By Joan Jackson
The members of the CULINARY CLUB will not be
hosting a Holiday Dinner this year.
This is the first time in fourteen years that we have
not presented a dinner at this time of year to celebrate
the holiday season. We are tired…and fourteen years
older to boot.
We have worked very hard to give our community a
time to share together and you have never failed in
your support of our efforts. We need new members
and inactive members to step forward and help. We
currently have a membership of about 60, of which
about 35 participate regularly. We have plenty of
help, but need coordinators. We have appealed to
you in the past to step forward with your ideas and
working support, but now it is getting serious.
We will continue to help and support new members.
Coordinators plan our events and each event has two
or three coordinators, one of which is always an
experienced club member.
We do not have an event planned for January or
February of 2015. It would be a shame to lose these
functions as it has been a part of our community, but
without your assistance it will disappear. We need
your presence!New residents please step forward and
say, “YES” to our plea. It is work, but fun and very
full filing.
We meet once a month on the last Monday at 10:30
am. Come see what we are all about. Call Carol
Taylor-989-0961 or Peggy Snyder-572-0700.
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ARTISTS GALLERY
By Sam Florek
Welcome back Lilly Brooks!! This has been a busy
year for Lilly. We are pleased to feature her paintings
in our last exhibit for 2014.
This year one of Lilly’s paintings was featured on the
front cover of Tucson Happenings. In addition, the
Southern Arizona Water Color Guild chose to exhibit
some of her paintings in two of their shows this year.
Lilly is one of Sunflower’s outstanding volunteers.
You probably have seen some of the very creative
posters she has made to promote activities at the
Village Center. She has designed and made
centerpieces for the Culinary Events. The sets she
designed for the past two Mystery Dinner productions
were definitely first class—remember the cruise ship
and the circus.
She is a great artist and the Culinary Club is fortunate
to have her as a member since she is also a good
cook.
Your January artist is Bob Snelson and your February
artist is Lee Botzong
VOLUNTEERS
By Sam Florek
Sunflower is a warm and welcoming community. In
addition, we have outstanding residents who are
willing to donate their time and talents back to the
community. If you would like to volunteer, please
call the Village Center front desk 572-9780 ext. 10.
This list is not all inclusive since it doesn’t include
the names of many of our Committee and Club
members who perform many duties on an ongoing
basis—THANK YOU ONE AND ALL!
Volunteers last month were:
Yvonne Magee
Lois Dudych
June Dudas
Chuck Harmon
Barbara Strempek
Sam Florek
Marlene Spencer
Mary Lou Correia
Carol Erhardt
Carol Taylor
Marcia Edgeton
Frances Gauthier
Dave Forgue
Fran Strubeck
Del Gustin
Janet Maloney
Marty Rice
Jeannette Dougherty
Don Weber
Mary Brutkowski
Janine Douglass
Jackie Slingland
Kathy Seymour
Lynn Haye
Bev DuBois
Joan Forgue
Rosie Kubiak
Linda Miller
Bernie Dyczewski
Harry Slingland
Don Seymour
Margie Fix
Don Haye
Meg Kimball
Peggy Smothers
Carol Abrahamson
Welcome to our newest volunteer Sue Cerri
Thank you Volunteers!!
BINGO
By Sam Florek
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 is the date for this
month’s Bingo. Please come and join us for a
relaxing night of fun with neighbors. We are offering
a special invitation to those who have not attended
recently or moved into our community this last year.
We would also like to thank the people who make
this event possible every month and those are our
volunteers. Your efforts every month are a special
gift to those who wish to play Bingo. We wish you all
Happy Holidays and a Healthy and Prosperous New
Year.
We can always use a few extra volunteers. If you
would like to volunteer, please stop by the font desk
and leave your name and telephone number.
Remember, card selection begins at 6:00 p.m. and
games begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. GOOD LUCK!!
Thanks to the December volunteers: Rosie Kubiak
(she has been a volunteer for some time but this was
the first time she was the caller), Marcia Edgeton,
Carol Abrahamson, Yvonne Magee, and Bernie
Dyczewski.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH
Your kind words, cards, phone calls, gifts and
attendance at Joe’s Celebration of Life memorial on
October 25 has been more appreciated than you will
ever know. I want to extend a special thank you also
to everyone who helped both of us during Joe’s
difficult years living with Alzheimer’s. As so many
have already said, Sunflower is a wonderful place to
call home.
Sincerely, Elaine Flanigan
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CUISINE EVENTS
BACCHUS WINE
By Sandy Persels
Olive oil and balsamic vinegars from
Alfonso, a gorgeous cheese assortment
from BLU, and wines selected just for us by Yvonne
of Cata Vinos—a bit of crusty bread, good friends—
who could ask for more? Perfection. That was the
Bacchus event when we journeyed to Alfonso for a
very special pairing/tasting in November. It sold out
early and was a spectacular tasting and a memorable
evening for all who were fortunate enough to attend.
No one was bleu, and everyone had a gouda time!
(Sorry-cheesy puns~)
You are invited to join us for upcoming Bacchus
events. Our goal is to learn more about wine while
having a wonderful time with our friends. We
typically meet on the fourth Wednesday of each
month. We usually meet in the Fiesta Room, but
some events, like the November pairing, are “offcampus” at a restaurant or winery. We’re open to
suggestions for possible future events, too! If you
would like to receive advance notice of Bacchus
plans, it’s as easy as giving Mary Laurie Siebert
([email protected] or 744-3176) your e-mail
address and phone number.
Come join the fun!
Life is like great wine. It keeps getting better until it
doesn’t. ~ John Buckwell
ROMEO News
By Dave Glicksman
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!!
From the ROMEOs
To end the year on a festive note, the ROMEOs will
make their annual pilgrimage to HOOTER’S at 4385
W Ina Rd. on Tuesday on December 9th. We’ll
carpool from the Village Center at 11:30 a.m. to make
our 11:45 a.m. reservation. The start time will help us
navigate Marana’s heavy traffic.
There are no height, weight or age requirements. We
get separate checks and there are no dues to pay. We
tried to establish dues of fifty cents to keep the riffraff
out, but the riffraff voted that down.
All Sunflower men are welcome to join us for good
food, good conversation and other ‘attractions’.
(Wink! Wink!)
So we may give HOOTER’S an accurate count,
please sign up at the Village Center by noon,
Monday, December 8th.
Not going to be at the
Center? Just call the Center and an Administrative
Assistant will record your reservation.
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
By Barbara McCauley
The holidays are here again and we have planned a
wonderful luncheon at the beautiful Gallery Grille at
Dove Mountain on Tuesday, December 9 at 11:30
a.m. The menu is available at the front desk of the
Center and as usual, includes tax and gratuity. The
price this year is $18 per person.
We look forward to seeing everyone there to ring in
the season together. Hosts are Lee Copley and
Barbara McCauley.
Happy Holidays
Sunflower Potluck Club "Holiday Dinner"
"Traditional Potluck"
Thursday - December 11th - 5:30 p.m.
Hosted by: Donnasu Moody, Maureen (Mo) Smith,
Dee Kosidowski
Ticket sales: Tuesday - November 25 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Monday - December 1 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Cost - $2.00 per person
Only four tickets per household may be bought! This
will be a sell out! The Sunflower Potluck Club will
provide some hams for this dinner!
For a potluck of 120 people to be successful, you
need to bring enough to serve at least 8 people. We
will need 13 main dishes (since the club will be
providing some ham), 15 vegetable dishes, 15 salads
and 15 desserts.
Remember: If you bring a meat main dish or entree,
you will receive 2 dinner tickets free.
Reminder: The Potluck Club does not provide your
tableware. Bring your plate and your own eating
utensils from home.
The Sunflower Potluck Club wishes you all a very
"Joyous Happy Holiday".
See page 24 for Saturday Coffee Article
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CARDS & GAMES
BILLIARDS TOURNAMENTS
By Jim Damato
We invite all residents to play. If you have not played pool
before or maybe not for a while, come on down and we
will get you started. The matches are held every Tuesday
and Friday starting at 1:30, but most players show up early
to play a warm up game or two.
If you have any questions, please contact Jim Damato 7447031.
LADIES BILLIARDS
By Chris Naughton
"CHIX with STIX”, our Sunflower Ladies Billiards group,
meets on Thursdays in the billiards room from 1:00 p.m. –
3:00 p.m. No sign up, just show up for great fun. Ladies
are welcome to use the billiards room to “perfect your
techniques” any time that the room is available.
SUNFLOWER 500 CARD CLUB
By Carol Erhardt
The 500 Card Club invites you to join us playing a
fun game every Thursday morning. We welcome
new members and look forward to meeting you.
Where: The Village Center
When: 9:00 a.m. Thursday – in the Library
Why: To enjoy a morning with a fun group (we
have a 25 cent per person donation which goes
toward our jackpots). We are still willing to teach
anyone who would like to learn the game. Call and
we will set up a time to teach. Any Questions? Call:
Carol Erhardt at 579-0912.
EUCHRE
By Bill Mattern
Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00ish p.m., where are
you? Plan to come and play euchre with us. We will
be glad to teach anyone who is interested. Please call
Bill Mattern at 395-0096 or sign up in the blue
notebook near the Fitness Center. Hope to see you
then.
MEN’S NINE HOLE GOLF GROUP
By Bob Pelley
WINTER SCHEDULE
The Men’s Nine Hole Golf group will play the
Quarry Pines golf course on Wednesday afternoons.
We will play the front nine at 1:30 p.m. If you would
like to join us, please sign up in the golf notebook
located in the hallway just before you enter the fitness
room. For further information, contact Bob Pelley at
579-6766.
CARDS AND GAMES
By Margaret O’Connell
Come join us on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. for
some fun card games!! If you have a favorite card
game or board game, come on down---we’re open to
new games… We don’t play on Bingo Tuesday.
BOWLING NEWS
By Faythe Mattern
We have some great highlights to share from the last
few weeks of bowling. High games went to Jerry
Burton 145, Keith Leikel 268, Chuck Glen 266, Julie
McBirnie 148 and Bonnie Scott 205. Several of our
bowlers had great high series scores. They were
Chuck Glen 634, Bert Poi 668 and Julie McBirnie
332. Congratulations to all!
We’d like to welcome Julie McBirnie who recently
joined the Sunflower bowlers. We’ve really enjoyed
getting to know Julie.
We bowl Friday afternoons at Fiesta Lanes. Please
arrive by 12:35 p.m. so that lane assignments can be
completed prior to our 10 minute practice time. We
start bowling at 1:00 p.m. Call Irene Harvey (5790139) with any questions.
LADIES NINE HOLE GOLF
The Desert Ladies Nine Hole Golf Group will meet at
1:30 p.m. tee time. All lady golfers are welcome
regardless of your expertise. You will find that it is an
enjoyable way to spend an afternoon at the beautiful
Quarry Pines. Bring a friend. Sign up at the Center in
the book by the fitness room before Monday of the
week that you want to play.
MAH JONGG
By Mary Laurie
We play on Friday mornings at the center from 9:00
to 11:30. Everyone is welcome. Bring your set and
your 2014 card. If you are interested in learning, call
Mary Laurie Siebert 744-3176 or Shirley Lambert
744 -6575. They will make a date with you to learn
the basics so that you can join the fun. Not ready to
make a commitment? Come watch, we will show
you how it’s done.
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SUNFLOWER MEN’S GOLF CLUB
By Mike Clapham
I would like to extend our condolences to Bob
Glimsdahal and his family at the passing of his wife,
Gerti Glimsdahl. Bob has been a long time member
and our thoughts and prayers are with him and his
family.
At this time, we have had our yearly Clint Fox
Memorial Tournament, which is a partner event and
great fun for all participants. We conclude the
tournament with a dinner on the patio, it is a great
way to remember the members who have passed
away. Thanks to all who were instrumental in making
this event a great success.
We are also beginning our yearly Net Championship
Tournament. This tournament is open to all members
in good standing. We have three venues for the
tournament with two events at each venue. All
participants have the opportunity to play all six
events. Their best net score at each venue will be
counted toward crowning a new net champion.
Because of the handicap system, the playing field is
level for all participants, no matter what your skill
level is. It is great fun!
It is a pleasure to welcome a new member into our
club: Mr. Dennis Abrams a new arrival in Sunflower
and to the Sunflower Men’s Golf Club. Myself and
all our members welcome you to both Sunflower and
the golf club. I think you will have a great time.
Thanks for joining.
So if you wish to play golf by the rules, please come
join us. Call me or e-mail me. Mike - 520-904-2499
E-Mail - [email protected]
PICKLEBALL
By Larry Melin
Want to get better at pickleball? Follow this advice
from an expert, Mark Friedenberg, author of “The
Official Pickleball Handbook”.
Reality in pickleball is that the fewer errors you
make, the more points you win. And one of the
highest chances for errors (missed shots and lost
points) occurs in the return of the serve. The best
way to avoid these errors is to always use your
forehand for the return. For most players your
forehand is your strongest and most reliable shot.
The backhand tends to be the weakest shot and is
usually used as a defensive shot whereas the forehand
is the best offensive shot.
How to make sure you use your forehand on serve
returns. Court position: For right-handers, stay in the
left side of the return court and for left-handers, stay
in the right side. Try this strategy out and see if your
game doesn’t improve through fewer missed shots on
the serve return.
Senior Olympics is just around the corner. Find a
teammate and sign up for doubles in mens, womens
or couples. It will be a blast!
PING PONG GROUP
By Buzz Hoffmann
We would love to have new players join us for ping
pong on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons. All
playing levels, including beginners, are welcome for a
fun time of ego-free and oftentimes aerobic ping
pong. We have known for years that working
crossword puzzles and listening to Mozart are good
for the brain. Ping pong (table tennis) may well be
the world’s best brain sport. Our playing times may
vary so check the Fitness schedule in the Sun
Catcher. COME ON OUT!
FUN POKER AND TOURNAMENTS
By Carol Erhardt
Welcome back snowbirds!! For those of you who
have not had the pleasure of joining us for an
afternoon of fun poker, we play every Tuesday and
Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Library.
The Old West may have had their legends with Wild
Bill Hickok, Doc Holliday, Wyatt Earp and others,
but we too have our legends and enjoy the
camaraderie of being together. Our club membership
is $5.00/year which is due the first of the year. First
time players will not be asked to pay that for playing
their first game. However, if you wish to join us on a
regular basis, then becoming a member is necessary.
For years, Ron Weyer has been instrumental in
hosting the monthly Texas Hold’em and Omaha
tournaments from September through April in the
library.
Sadly, Ron will not be running these
tournaments any longer. We all need to thank Ron
for his dedication and the outstanding job that he has
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done over the years in putting these monthly
tournaments together. Also, we need to thank his
wife, Linda who helped set up the tables with the
chips in place. Bob Hope's theme song was "Thanks
for the memories" and we too thank you Ron and
Linda for all of the great memories over the years.
As they use to say in the Old West....happy trails to
you until we meet again!
TENNIS CLUB
By Phil Hall & Thea Berg
With the return of Tennis Club snowbirds, all three
courts are being used on a regular basis. Now that
winter has arrived, “Sunflower Mixed Doubles”
starts at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday and
Saturday. Women play Tuesday and Thursday. This
is fun social tennis where you rotate positions after
each game. An advantage of playing in this time slot
is that you may come and leave as you wish. For
regular scheduled doubles, please contact Susan Page
at [email protected] or 742-1373.
Sunflower women’s USTA team finishes the fall
season with home matches on December 1 (vs
Ventana) and December 29 (vs Himmel). Matches
start at 9:30 (warm-up) and play at 10:00. Spectators
are welcome. Presently, our USTA team is up 2-1
with 7 matches to go. The wins were against Tucson
Racquet Club and SaddleBrooke.
Sunflower women’s INTERCLUB team is up 3-2
with 5 to go. The local
wins were against Sun
City 1, Sun City 2 and
Skyline.
Our “Ace My Laces”
team placed 7th in the
national Meet-Play-Love
Tennis tournament in Tucson. Well done Janet,
Lynne, Susan, Thea, Alice, Monica, Renee & Karen
(not shown).
PINOCHLE
By Harlan Quinn
If you like to play single deck pinochle, join us from
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday afternoons in
the Library (Sombrero Peak Lounge). There is no
cost and no reservations are needed, just show up.
We play partners and/or three-handed pinochle
depending on the number of players present. For
information call one of the contacts listed in the back
of the Sun Catcher.
BOCCE CLUB
By Carol Burba
Every Tuesday and Thursday there are some fun
loving residents playing Bocce. We would love to
have you come out and join in the fun. Everyone is
welcome and no prior experience is necessary. We
play every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon at
1:00 p.m. Come on out and try it. You can learn to
play the game in one afternoon. If you decide you
want to join our club, dues are only $5.00 a year.
ACTIVITIES & CLUBS
LINE DANCING
By Phyllis Bowcott
Howdy Partners! Ready for some Line Dancing?
Join us on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. in the Fiesta Room
and enjoy the music and dancing.
Get ready to stomp your heels and wiggle your toes to
some great music. No sign up necessary and please
do come. GREAT FUN is included!
Questions? Call 572-1876
SUNFLOWER ART CLUB
By Barbara Strempek
The Sunflower Art Club meets on Wednesdays, in the
Craft Room from 9 a.m. until noon. You can come
and go any time you want.
There is no
instructor. We are a group of artists who enjoy
painting together and helping each other. Bring
whatever medium you prefer. We have plastic sheets
available to cover the tables. The members range
from beginning to experienced artists. Usually, one
of the members is in the room at 9 a.m. If not, go
ahead and start painting.
Need more
information...call me 572-1906.
INNOVATIVE DANCE
Phyllis Bowcott and Barbara Bell Taylor
Phyllis and Barbara are pairing up again for a new
year of innovative dance and creative exercise.
Barbara teaches Mondays and Fridays. Come and
join us for a healthy and fun experience and good
companionship with others who love to
dance!
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ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB
By Jeanne M Collins
November was a busy month for us. We decorated
tiles, learned glass etching and made beautiful
embroidered Holiday cards.
December is a full month for everyone, many of us
traveling to see family and friends and getting ready
for the Holidays. We will meet the first three weeks
of December working on Holiday themed projects.
We will not be meeting on the 22th and the 29st.
Check the cork board in the Craft room where we post
upcoming projects with a list of supplies needed for
each project.
Our group meets every Monday at 10 a.m., stop by
anytime to see firsthand what project we’re working
on.
Happy Holidays
SUNFLOWER DEMOCRATS AND FRIENDS
By Paula Singervalt
We had a very informative meeting on November
20. Our speaker was Bob Kolenda. He presented
information about Common Core State Standards. He
has been an educator for 35 years. Thanks to all that
attended.
Our holiday party will be held on December 12 in the
Fiesta Room at 3:00 p.m. Bring your favorite
recipe!! We had great participation last year. Hope to
see many of my neighbors on December 12!!
Thanks to all that volunteered during the midterm
elections!! All of the candidates have been very
appreciative of your support!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
SUNFLOWER FITNESS CLUB
By Nancy Hrigora
SUNFLOWER RESIDENTS your support with all the
delicious goodies and volunteer time during three
days of setup and sales at the Fitness Club Bake sale
is deeply appreciated. To all the smiling 'Buyers', we
would not be successful without you. To the Club
members who sent in cash donations, thanks for being
with us in 'spirit'. To all the volunteers that just
stepped in and got it done (signs on the street corners,
flyers, baking, table setup, sales, wrapping, cleanup
etc) your continued enthusiasm and support makes
this not only profitable but enjoyable. The Fitness
Club netted almost $1,000 for the Fitness Club over
the two day Bake Sale. These funds help pay our
professional, certified and insured class
instructors. My co-chair, Mary Murphy, and I would
like to extend our sincerest thanks to all for being
there through the whole process. WITH MUCH
APPRECIATION!
SUNFLOWER FITNESS CLUB
By Linda Alsobrooks
New Officers Elected
Congratulations to our new officers for 2015 and
2016, elected at the October 28 annual meeting: Sue
Davis, President, and Marijka Augustyn, Vice
President.
SUNFLOWER GENEALOGY SOCIETY
By Maxine Ludeke
Our final meeting of the year is the time we introduce
our slate and election of new officers who will be
installed in January 2015. Our meeting is scheduled
for December 16, 2014 at 2 p.m. in the Fiesta Room.
Buzz Brooks will be giving the presentation
"Capturing Data From Various Sources for Your
Family Tree." Buzz is very adept at using all forms of
media to help you obtain and preserve information
and documents for your family history.
Our meetings are open to all residents of Sunflower,
without obligation, and we welcome anyone interested
learning about family history research.
We are currently taking new member applications for
2015 and our annual membership fee is just $12.00 a
year per family. We meet on the third Tuesday of each
month at 2 p.m. in the Fiesta Room. Membership
includes use of our genealogy library, free access to
several popular web sites paid by the club, and
personalized help from our experienced mentors to get
you started or help with problems in research.
Please join us on December 16, 2014 and learn to
explore your family's rich history.
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SUNFLOWER HIKING CLUB
By Marti Wyckoff
Hike leaders send out an email a few days before each
hike with information about the hike, meeting time at
the Center and driver donation amount. Please call the
hike leader with any questions. To be added to
Sunflower's Hiking email list, send an email to
[email protected] to make this request.
The following is the link to the season's schedule and
the photo albums.
http://www.sunflowerliving.com/yearly/clubs_2009/
Sunflower_Hiking.pdf
December 2014 Hiking Schedule:
Tuesday Dec 2nd: KENTUCKY CAMP/GARDNER
CANYON, 4.2 miles, MODERATE, Hike Leader:
Melba Cope 744-5095
Friday Dec 5th: SUTHERLAND TRAIL
(Catalinas), 5.2 Miles, MODERATE, Hike Leader:
Faith Thesingh 572-0251
Tuesday Dec 9th: HOPE CAMP TRAIL, 5.6 miles,
EASY, Hike Leader: Roger Rainbolt 638-7166
Friday Dec 12th: COCHIE SPRING/JED'S PEAK/
WILD MUSTANG, 10.3 miles, DIFFICULT, Hike
Leader: Phil Hoffmann 260-3002
Tuesday Dec 16th: SWEETWATER PRESERVE,
5.0 miles, EASY+, Hike Leader: Faith Thesingh 5720251
Friday Dec 19th: SWEETWATER WETLANDS,
5.0 miles, EASY, Hike Leader: Nancy Peek 5056776
Friday Dec 26th: LOWER JAVALINA, 3.5 miles,
MODERATE, Hike Leader: Linda Hoffmann 2608959
Tuesday Dec 30th: QUILTER TRAIL, 9.2 miles,
DIFFICULT, Hike Leader: Melba Cope 744-5095
SUNFLOWER NEEDLEWORKERS
By Dawn Calkins
We meet every Monday afternoon from 1:00-3:00 and
Wednesday mornings from 9:00-11:00 in the Sunflower
Village Center. We meet from October through May, but
if there are enough members here who want to keep
meeting during the summer, we will.
Membership is available to Sunflower Community
Association members in good standing. Annual dues are
$5.00 if residents are not a member of the Arts and Crafts
group. If a member of the Arts and Crafts group, there is
no further monetary requirement.
FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOP
By Kristin Delpane
“Capturing Your Family Stories.” A monthly no-fee
workshop led by resident author-personal historian
Kristin Delaplane. Individual help on organizing your
family history material for a manuscript or book.
Topics cover crafting your memoirs, oral history
recordings, tips to organizing and saving photographs,
best presentations for your genealogy materials, and
options for printing/publishing. Thursday, December
11 at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room.
SINGLES AND FRIENDS
By Ellen Bowlby
HO HO HO! Here comes the jolly little man dressed
in red to say Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah or
Happy Holidays. However you celebrate this time of
year, have a merry time of it.
The Singles and Friends are going to be celebrating A
Sweet and Savory Sparkling Holiday event on
Saturday, December 20 starting at 5:30 p.m. The club
will be furnishing the savory part of the meal with
heavy hors d’oevres and when you buy your ticket,
you will sign up to bring a finger food sweet, i.e.,
cookies, cupcakes, holiday sweet breads. Tickets will
be on sale for $5.00 the following days: Tuesday,
December 2, Thursday, December 4, Tuesday,
December 9, Thursday, December 11, and Tuesday,
December 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 12 Noon on all days.
Get your tickets on one of these days as no tickets will
be sold after Dec 16. Our wonderful Sunflower
Chorale will be singing for us and leading in our
singing of some carols.
The committee could use some help in cleaning up
after the party is over. Please stay and help if you
can.The Pilgrim’s potluck dinner was delicious thanks
to our turkey cooks Janice Wehausen and Dawn
Calkins and all of us who brought the side dishes and
desserts.
Plan to attend the January event and enjoy old time
radio.
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PHOTO WORKSHOP
By Bruce Balay
SUNBIRD CAMPERS/RV CLUB
By Joe Yearous
The Photo Workshop will be meeting December 9th
at 10 a.m. in the Craft Room of the Village Center.
Our show and tell for the meeting will be mini-slide
shows of our summer trips or outings. Every attempt
will be made to use the overhead TV in the Craft
Room unless someone has a projector we can hook to
a PC. So, bring those slide shows on a flash drive.
December is here and we are getting ready to elect
club officers at our Business Meeting to be held in
combination with our Holiday Social Event at Mimi’s
Restaurant. We have not yet recovered from the
annual eating marathon of Thanksgiving and we are
preparing for Hanukkah and Christmas. Then the
New Year of 2015 will be welcomed in and we start
all over again.
Oh, by the way, please bring your choice of beverage
to wash down any Christmas goodies that may be
present.
SUNFLOWER QUILTERS
By Carolyn La Potin
This month, Sunflower Quilters will be
enjoying our annual Holiday party on
Thursday December 4th. Details of this fun
and popular event will be coming soon from our
Social Committee chairs.
We plan to focus our December community quilt
projects around squares – 5 inch and other sizes too.
Who knows, we might even work with rectangles. If
you have easy and/or innovative patterns featuring
blocks to share, be sure to bring them to our meetings
early in the month. The possibilities are endless!
Lynn will be offering guidance and practice
opportunities for free motion quilting on December
18th. We will not meet on December 25th but we will
gather on the 26th. What better way to recover from
the sometimes frantic pace of the holidays than to
spend a couple of hours quilting with friends?
FYI, if you buy and donate a Chance or Lucky toy at
PetSmart, they will give 10% of the purchase price to
PetSmart Charities and the toy will be given to our
local AVIVA children’s charity.
For any Sunbird Camper/RV Club members that are
planning on attending the Blythe Bluegrass Music
Festival, January 16th through the18th, better be
making your reservations. The same holds true for
anyone planning on attending the Camping World/
Good Sam Rally at the Phoenix Race track from
February 26th through March 1st. Check our website
for links to both events and easy information access.
If you missed our Halloween Party, you missed great
burgers and excellent side dishes, especially the
desserts! Some of the costumes were really
outstanding and well done, the Foley’s (pictured) and
the Ritzen’s especially. A fun time was had by all in
attendance.
I invite any Sunflower resident, not just new residents,
to consider joining our group. You do not have to
own a trailer, or a tent to be a member. The key
phrase in our by-laws is to “have an interest” in
camping or RV type travel. Come to our regular
business meetings and see what it is all about.
Best wishes for a Happy and Safe Holiday Season to
all of you from the Yearous Household and the
Sunbird
Campers/RV
Club.
All residents are welcome and encouraged to check
out what we are doing. Prospective and new members
are welcome each Thursday or Friday morning from
9:00-noon at the Center. If you don’t have a sewing
machine, we have two that are available for you to use
at the Center during our quilting sessions. If you have
even a basic machine, bring it along. Come and join
the fun!
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SUNFLOWER TECHNOLOGY CLUB
By Tom Howlin
The Technology Club has an exciting agenda of
training and presentations lined up for next year so
please consider becoming a member and taking
advantage of all the club has to offer. So that
everyone can get a taste of what we do as a club, our
December event on 12/17/2014 at 10:30 a.m. in
Fiesta Room, is open to EVERYONE. The event
ends promptly at Noon.
We are going to do our own version of the Consumer
Electronics Show held every year in Las Vegas. The
“real” one includes hundred of vendors and 140,000
participants – ours will be “slightly” smaller but the
theme is the same – Toys, Toys and more Toys!
We’re going to have on display for demo and hands
on some of the latest and greatest technology
including the iphone 6, the $99 Kindle Fire tablet, the
newest Amazon TV which at $39 includes a remote
control, wireless laser printers for under $100, fitness
bracelets, smart TVs and many more electronic
goodies.
If you are still shopping for the perfect gift for the
grandchildren (or even for yourself!) this may give
you some great ideas. Or, if you get one of these
items for the holidays, you may have a head start on
what it is and what it does.
So come on in, meet the directors, officers and
members of the club, see and touch the latest toys and
maybe even enjoy a free refreshment or two.
SUNFLOWER TRAVEL CLUB
By Nancy Hrigora
Announcement of the 4 day /3 nights Grand Canyon
South RimTrip was made at the November Members
meeting. This trip starts Friday, April 24, 2015
departing by coach for Williams, AZ. Hotel
accommodations and dinner are included Friday night
in Williams. Saturday morning we depart by 1st Class
train for Grand Canyon, then we have lunch and a
private bus tour of the West side of the South Rim.
Saturday afternoon through Sunday early afternoon,
you are on your own to explore. Lodging at the
Maswik Lodge is included for Saturday night. The 3
p.m. return trip on Sunday afternoon is by Train.
Sunday overnight in Williams with lodging, dinner
and breakfast included. Return Monday afternoon.
Trip is $600/person based on double occupancy.
Single and Triple occupancy may be available;
discuss with trip planners for cost and availability.
See the flyer in the Travel Club bulletin board.
Questions- Nancy Hrigora 810-923-4117
[email protected]
Deposit must be received by January 21st, 2015. A
minimum of 44 people is required. If minimum not
met, deposits will be refunded and the trip cancelled.
SALES DESK DATES:
DEC 3rd Wed 1-3pm
DEC 13th Sat 8:3010:30
DEC 17th Wed 1-3 pm
TRIPS on SALE
Dec 20th
Dutton Family Christmas Show &
Organ Stop Pizza PHX
Jan 14th
Musical Instrument Museum
PHX
th
Feb 7
The King & I AZ Broadway Theatre
( Dinner & Show)
Feb 20th
Arabian Horse Show Scottsdale
March 1st
The Texas Tenors at TSO
March 15th Day trip Boyce Thompson Arboretum
PHX
VINTAGE GARDENERS
By Jan Leth
Howdy, fellow gardeners! Mosey down to the Tanque
Verde Ranch with us to partake in our annual Vintage
Gardeners' Holiday Luncheon at their fabulous buffet.
The date is Saturday, December 6 at noon. This
event is for 2014 members only who purchased their
tickets and made reservations in November. We will
be carpooling, so meet at the Center at 10:30 a.m. If
you are not driving, please give your driver $3.00.
Great atmosphere, food, and wonderful
companionship! Wear your Vintage Gardeners
buttons!
JOIN THE VINTAGE GARDENERS for half price for
2015! Bring $5.00 to the Center on December 1 and 18,
from 10 – noon, and December 29 from 10 – 2 pm.
Become a member to learn, have fun, travel, and meet
new people! (NO DUES WILL BE COLLECTED AT
MEETINGS OR THE CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON.)
What's The Buzz About Bees? Vintage Gardeners
kicks off the 2015 season of with a presentation on
Monday, January 12 by world-renowned
entomologist, Dr. Diana Sammataro. Dr. Sammataro
is a noted specialist in honey bees. She has studied
and presented around the world and is a published
author of many books about bees. Join us for this
fascinating program at 10:30 am in the Fiesta
Room.
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Mark Monday, February 9 on your calendars!
Vintage Gardeners will be taking a field trip to see
ARID ADAPTATIONS GARDENS where owner
Jeffery Moore will give us a tour and explain how
his plants survive and thrive in the desert!
PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY
AA FOR CONTINENTAL RANCH
The 9/11 Group of AA meets every
Thursday at 4:00 p.m.
at Lord of Grace Church at
7250 N. Cortaro Road in the Fellowship Hall
For more information, call Wally R. at 288-6288
or Bob K. at 579-1018
AL-ANON MEETING, Silverbell Serenity
Group meets Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. at Lord of Grace,
7250 N. Cortaro Road in the Fellowship Hall.
For more information call
Angie at 579-1574 or Diane at 572-6977
.
ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group meets twice
monthly:
Second Wednesday
10:30-11:30 a.m. at Continental Reserve Urgent Care 8333 N. Silverbell Road - Meeting Room.
Fourth Monday
10:00-11:30 a.m. at Marana Health Center - 13395 N.
Marana Main St. - Community Room A.
Support groups provide a forum to share feelings,
concerns, information and serve as a way of supporting and
encouraging each other.
For information or questions, please call 520-322-6601.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
The Parkinson’s Support Group meets at 10:30 a.m. the 4th
Tuesday of every month at the Village Center.
We share ideas and experiences, arrange for some physical
therapy sessions or speakers, socialize and find other ways
to support each other.
GROWING STRONGER
By Marlene Spencer
Our program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays at
10:30 a.m. during the summer months. There is no
fee.
If you have any questions, please call Marlene at 5722554.
ARE YOU A SURVIVOR?
By Nicole Bolt
We all know someone who has been diagnosed with
breast cancer. Many of us have been touched more
personally by receiving the diagnosis ourselves.
Whether a person is currently in treatment, a survivor
of a few months or many years, we share common
issues, fears, sorrows, joys and insights. We return to
our daily lives with an appreciation for survival but
find a sense of shared comfort, hope and sisterhood
when we meet someone who has been through the
same experience. I am one of those survivors who live
here in Sunflower and have led the Sunflower Breast
Cancer Support Group for the past 10 years. My
background is in the medical field.
We are women who have survived for as little as a
few months up through 22 years. Some visit us to
obtain support while others serve to provide support.
We are all part of a sisterhood of survivors.
We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the privacy of my home.
P lease call Nicole at 572-3798 if you are interested.
transportation. If there is an emergency, please call
911 or a taxi to get to the doctor’s office or hospital.
SUNFLOWER NEIGHBORS
By Cloice Schwyn
Sunflower Neighbors is a group of volunteers living in
Sunflower who donate their time, transportation and
understanding to those in need. A volunteer will provide a
ride to a doctor, dentist or other necessary appointments
when you are unable to drive yourself. The phone number
for this service is 331-5520. Please allow 4 days notice to
locate an available volunteer. We are not normally
available to take you shopping or run errands.
If you have an emergency, remember to call 911 or a taxi
to get you to the hospital or doctor.
A reliable ride is a top need for some in our community.
We are hoping to sign up more volunteers willing to give
their time to help someone get to their appointment. You
can help a friend stay connected and independent. We
encourage anyone interested in finding out more about this
positive, supportive group, SUNFLOWER NEIGHBORS,
to become a part of this network of volunteers. Reach out
to your community by joining now, you are needed.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
PIMA PUBLIC LIBRARY - BOOKMOBILE
By Front Desk Personnel
The bookmobile visits our Village Center on the third
Saturday of the month. They set up in the Village Center
circle.
Take a few minutes to visit the Bookmobile. There is a
surprising variety of books, videos and CDs that you can
choose. You’ll be amazed at the selection and services that
the Bookmobile offers.
Saturday, December 20 from 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Thank You Sunflower!
By The Sunflower Quilters
The Sunflower Quilters want to thank everyone for
their generous contributions to this fall’s Sock and
Undie Drive. These items have been delivered to
AIVIA to be distributed to the children in foster care
who desperately need them. The final tally was:
Boys
Girls
Underwear-45
Underwear-223
Socks-113
Socks- 153
Camis- 6
Bras - 2
have any questions, call the friendly library staff at 5945200.
CLASSIFIED ADS
SERVICES
GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS?
KEYPADS, REMOTES, Spring. Opener repair/
replacement, safety inspections and annual
maintenance. Sunflower resident Mark Karwoski
30+ years Exp. 203-1948
POWER WASHING: Concrete driveways,
sidewalks, porches, garage floors and/or patios.
Call Ken, a Sunflower resident, 520-904-7475
for a free estimate.
PLUMBER - 41+ years exp. - Sunflower Res.
Reasonable, all plumbing. Al Avino 870-6141
RELAXING, HEALING MASSAGE.
Hot stone, MFR, Reflexology, Reiki. Chillie R
Shummon, LMT. Sunflower Res.(520) 579-7769 or
(520) 302-8644 (cell) Gift Certificate Available
By Sharon Fuller
PLUMBER—If you have plumbing projects or
problems call A. Plumber! I’ve been plumbing here
since the beginning! Adam 401-3495
Happy Holidays and best wishes for the New Year from
the staff and volunteers at the Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr.
library. Thank you to the Sunflower residents who support
our programs and visit our branch regularly.
RELAX AND ENJOY your get-together, party or
celebration. For prep, set-up, serving and clean-up
services, call Diane 579-8585.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE ABBETT LIBRARY!
The next BIG SALE presented by the Friends of the Pima
County Public Library is Saturday, January 3, 2015. You
can also buy bargain books all year long in the back of the
library near the Kids’ Place. Choose your books and other
items and deposit your money in the box on the shelf to
help support the FREE programs presented by the Pima
County Library.
The Abbett Library always offers a wide selection of
books, music, movies and audio books, many free services
and there are always friendly, helpful library employees
who will be happy to assist you. Come see what the library
has to offer. Many of our residents have taken FREE, one
on one I-device and computer classes and have been very
happy with the instructors and results.
SENIOR MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES –Play on the
4th Tuesday of each month in the Conference Room in the
Kids’ Place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Check it out!
TAILORING AND ALTERATIONS. Custom
designed handbags. SF Resident Dottie Mowatt
579-8619
DOG GROOMING: One-on-one attention,
discount prices, dogs up to 25 lbs only. Sunflower
resident, call Shirley for appointment. 904-7478
FOR RENT
FOR RENT – 2 BR/2 BA “Sonoita” – Highly
upgraded completely furnished& outfitted. King in
MBR, 2 oversized twins in GBR & Q sofa bed in GR.
Utilities (+ Internet & Dish TV), trash, and landscape
maintenance included. Views; walk to clubhouse.
Available 1/1/15. Bruce & Thea Berg
520-744-4206
See the bulletin board by our Fitness Center for
monthly library updates and calendar of events. If you
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SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS AND THEIR CONTACTS
500” CARD PLAYERS
Carol Erhardt 579-0912
Mike Donahue 572-2250
DEMOCRATS AND FRIENDS
Paula Singervalt 572-8383
Kathy Temple 579-0533
ART CLUB
Barbara Strempek 572-1906
Pat Pion 339-6626
DINE OUT
Ann Henson 744-2495
BACCHUS WINE
Mary Laurie Siebert 744-3176
BASKET WEAVING WIZARDS
Karen Donahue 572-2250
BILLIARDS
Jim Damato 744-7031
Don Clark 579-2323
BOCCE
Marty Rice 579-6451
BOOK CLUB
Elizabeth Gunn 744-4875
BOWLING
Irene Harvey 579-0139
BRIDGE: DUPLICATE
Tom Silverness 572-2365
BRIDGE: LADIES
Carolyn Hutt 419-6369
PINOCHLE
Jim Damato 744-7031
Harlan Quinn 572-0355
FITNESS CLUB
Virginia Lee 744-7347
POTLUCK CLUB
Gail Irvin 572-6931
FUN POKER
Carol Erhardt 579-0912
QUILTING
Carolyn La Potin 572-2216
GENEALOGY
Mary Dietz 520-481-8894
ROMEO
Dave Glicksman 579-2741
HIKING
Melba Cope 744-5095
SHEEPSHEAD
George Gasdaska 744-2277
HORSESHOES
Irene Harvey 579-0139
INNOVATIVE DANCE
Barbara Bell-Taylor 572-9091
Phyllis Bowcott 572-1876
LINE & BALLROOM DANCING
Phyllis Bowcott 572-1876
BRIDGE: MENS
Steve Burrows 419-5597
BRIDGE: MIXED
Betty Stegmiller 572-3808
MARANA FOOD BANK LIAISON
Marti Wyckoff 579-7171
CANASTA / HAND & FOOT
Margaret O’Connell 572-1106
GOLF - Men
Bruce Berg 744-4206
Mike Clapham 904-2499
CERT
Dave Cobble 572-2474
CRAFTS
Jeanne Collins 307-0383
CRIBBAGE
Bruce Farrell 744-1776
CULINARY CLUB
Carol Taylor 989-0961
Peggy Snyder 572-0700
DANCE GROUP
Phyllis Bowcott 572-1876
PICKLEBALL
Carolyn Hutt 419-6369
Sharyn Fincher 665-8830
EUCHRE
Bill Mattern 395-0096
MAH JONGG
Mary Laurie Siebert 744-3176
Shirley Lambert
744-6575
CASINO TRIPS
Margaret O’Connell 572-1106
PING PONG
Buzz Hoffmann 572-4258
NINE HOLE GOLF - Men
Bob Pelley 579-6766
NINE HOLE GOLF-Ladies
Jackie Chappell 579-5793
NEEDLEWORKERS
Dawn Calkins 744-4918
NIBBLERS & NOSHERS
Barry & Debbie Gretsky 572-9309
Carrie Jacobi 744-7101
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Sarah Boroson
579-6852
PHOTO WORKSHOP
Pat Keegstra 572-0889
SINGLES & FRIENDS
Janice Wehausen 235-1758
SUNBIRD CAMPERS
Joe Yearous 744-9030
SUNFLOWER CHORALE
Dawn Calkins 744-4918
SUNFLOWER NEIGHBORS
VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTATION
331-5520
TECHNOLOGY CLUB
Anita Howard 404-1350
Tom Howlin 540-223-5509
TENNIS
Don Sawyer 572-6790
Susan Page 742-1373
LADIES TENNIS
Bernie Dyczewski 721-1692
TRAVEL CLUB
Nancy Hrigora 810-923-4117
VETERANS
Dick Teugh
Frank Horsfall
579-5826
989-350-1495
VINTAGE GARDENERS
Bill Leth 579-9361
WELCOME COMMITTEE
Lynn Haye 572-6741
Liz Perry
215-805-1774
YOGA
Barbara Strempek 572-1906
Rev. 11/14
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FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS BY
THE MARANA HEALTH CENTER
Second Tuesday
of each Month
9:00 a.m.—noon
Village Center Lobby
SATURDAY MORNING COFFEE
By Sam Florek
Well we made it through the year and are so thankful that
we were able to find someone to host every week. We
thought November had hosts for every week but it wasn’t
meant to be. We send our thanks to the Ivagnilos for
volunteering to host and hope Sherry is now at home and
recovering from her broken hip. Taking up the open weeks
were Harry & Jackie Slingland, Dave & Joan Forge and
Jim and Mardelle Manes. Thank you all for volunteering
your time.
Mardelle and Jim Manes will be the hosts the first week in
December—happy to have them in residence for the winter.
The remaining weeks in December will be hosted by Jim
and Audrey Anderson—we are also pleased to have them
return from their winter home.
We don’t have any volunteers for January but.. My New
Year’s wish is to have interested people sing up at the front
desk to host all the months in 2014. I can dream can’t I?
How about at least starting with January and February?
Wishing you all a fantastic 2015.
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References from your neighbors upon request
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