So you think you have Talent" presents Bev Pauly, Arizona State Fair Best of Show Winner 2011. Come to the Kuentz Courtyard on Feb. 7th at 10am and watch Bev demonstrate at the pottery wheel. Questions, Contact Dori Miller @ 623-544-6193 or dori.miller@rcscw.com
ELECTION FORUMS SLATED
Absentee ballots for the March 27 election will be available beginning Feb. 16. Please note this date has changed. Please see the following for other key dates including Meet the Candidates and a Special Meeting to discuss the proposed Bylaw changes.
The Daily News-Sun this year will be hosting a forum on the Bylaws on Feb. 13. Each side will be represented during this event. The Daily News-Sun will provide two moderators. Residents' questions must be submitted in advance - no later than Feb. 8 to Nancy Gerdes, Daily News-Sun, 10102 Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, AZ 85351; or to dmccarthy@yourwestvalley.com. The audience will not be able to ask questions from the floor.
KEY ELECTION DATES
Feb. 10: Special Meeting for Gov Board to discuss proposed Bylaw changes, 2 pm in Palm Ridge. Seating is limited.
Feb. 13: Daily News-Sun Forum to discuss the Bylaw proposals, 10 am-noon in Palm Ridge. Seating is limited.
Feb. 16: Absentee ballots available 8 am-3 pm, Member Services
Feb. 21: Meet the Candidates, 9 am at Palm Ridge
March 16: Candidate Forum, 9 a.m. Palm Ridge
March 16: Write-in requests for mailed absentee ballots due by 3 pm
March 26: Deadline to make an in-person request for absentee ballots at Member Services.
March 26: Absentee ballots due by 3 p.m.
March 27: (Tuesday) Election. Polls open 8 am-6 pm
ELECTION UPDATE
On March 27, Owner Members in good standing will vote for three of seven candidates running in the Governing Board election. Terms are for three years. The three top vote-getters will replace outgoing Directors Pat Canfield, Dave Moeller and Lake Westphal. The new directors will be seated July 1.
Voters are reminded to vote for no more than three candidates. Maricopa County will discard any overvotes. Following are short biographies provided by the candidates. They are listed here in alphabetical order. Their names on the ballot will be listed in a random order determined earlier by draw.
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SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Attention Chartered Club Fair Liaisons: The Spring Fair meeting will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, in the Lecture Hall. All club fair chairs and co-chairs are urged to attend.
For information, call Katie at the Village Store, 623-544-6135.
SCW GOLF COURSES ARE FOURSOMES ONLY
Following a two-month trial that eliminated all but one fivesome course, the Recreation Centers of Sun City West is eliminating fivesomes at all its courses effective Feb. 13.
The trial program, which began Dec. 1, eliminated fivesomes at all courses except Deer Valley to measure the impact and ensure there was still enough capacity for all those who wanted to golf. The results showed an increase at Pebblebrook over the previous year, which went from fivesomes to foursomes during the trial. There were no significant bump lists during the lottery run.
Fivesomes are rare in the golf industry, and many residents and visitors have expressed concern that the extra person in a grouping results in slower rounds and less enjoyable golfing.
ELECTRONIC RECYCLING EVENT
On Saturday, March 31, PORA will be sponsoring a Recycling Event for old electronic items you are no longer using. Examples of these are cameras, TVs, VCRs camcorders, telephones, computers (monitors and accessories), stereos, radios, speakers, GPS systems, cords, wires, games, etc.
You can bring your electronic recyclables to the R.H. Johnson Parking Lot (Aisles 16 & 17) between the hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Any questions should be directed to Sharon Hettick at 623-455-2674 or Sandy Cohn 423-628-5131.
RECREATION NEWS
CHARTER CLUB OPEN HOUSE
Join us at the RH Johnson Lower Sports Complex by the Bocce Courts. Find out all the clubs that participate at RH Johnson Lower Level. The clubs will be doing demonstrations, performances, many will have door prizes and you will have the ability to talk to the clubs about what they do and how you can join them.
TONY ORLANDO SET FOR 2 SHOWS
Tony Orlando has been entertaining audiences for many years and has conquered every facet of show business. He’s had million selling records, five No. 1 hits, a popular television variety series, movies and appeared on Broadway. Orlando will perform two shows in Sun City West, at 3 and 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20 in Palm Ridge Summit Halls. Earlier in the day, he will serve as Grand Marshal for the SCW Centennial Parade. Ticket prices range from $25 - $42.50 depending on location. General admission tickets, if available, will be sold at the door at $30 for residents
and $35 for non-residents. General admission tickets are not reserved seating. Get your tickets now at the RH Johnson Box Office which is open Mon thru Fri 8 am -11:30 am.
I LOVE A PARADE!
Arizona turns 100 this month! The Sun City West Centennial Parade has been designated an official event of the celebration. Tony Orlando will be the Grand Marshal of the parade Feb. 20, at 10 am. Four centenarians join the participants, which include charter clubs, the antique car club, school bands, dignitaries and many more. Copper ribbons will mark the parade route. Copper ribbon corsages and posters are displayed in store windows. Jim Swanson, Associate Broker for Ken Meade Realty has donated a $5,000 Sponsorship for the parade. We have also received donations from Safeway and the Sun Health Organization. The Parade begins at 135th and Meeker, continues along Meeker to Beardsley, then Beardsley to the Park. The parade route ends at Beardsley Park, where there will be free birthday cake at every ramada and concessions available for purchase. The Sun Cities Orchestra will be performing at the park along with Native American Hoop Dancers. Bring your chairs, line the parade route, enjoy the parade, then meet us at the Park as the Celebration Continues!
CRUISE SHIP SERIES
Barnaby is one of the most unique physical entertainers on the scene. He keeps audiences
laughing with his off-the-wall sense of humor and astonishes them at the same time with crazy
juggling and balancing stunts. Barnaby performs Feb. 3, sharing the bill with Rhythm &
Rhyme, also known as Ray Templin and Rob Wright. Templin and Wright are outstanding,
gifted instrumentalists who present a versatile and highly entertaining show. Their musical senses of humor and virtuosity will make this evening one of the most delightful of the season. Tickets available at the RH Johnson Box Office.
TOP HAT SERIES CONTINUES
Joe Bourne presents a “Tribute to Nat King Cole” Feb. 9, 3 & 7 pm at Palm Ridge Summit Hall. Bourne’s vocal quality and his trio make his renditions of arrangements of “Smile” and “Unforgettable” remarkable. Bourne’s singing style is becoming known far and wide. It’s not surprising that his motto is “I’ve Got a Little Something for Everybody.” Tickets are now on sale at the RH Johnson Box Office.
KUENTZ COURTYARD ENTERTAINMENT
Come to the Kuentz Courtyard and join in on the fun with some talented members of our community. There is a free show every Tuesday at 10 am. Here is the lineup:
Feb. 7 - Bev Pauly Arizona State Fair Best of Show Winner 2011. Pottery Demonstration
Feb. 14 - Gerry Smith “It’s Valentines Day”. Come out and hear the sweet voice of Gerry.
Feb. 21 - Listen to the Duo of Tony Miller and Stewart Richline sing some of our favorite tunes.
Feb. 28 - Stretch and Tone with Sandy Sanchez. We’ll have the chairs for you. Come and try it out with Sandy. Great way to exercise!
KARAOKE CLUB PERFORMS AT KUENTZ
Beginning Wed Feb 1, the Karaoke Club of Sun City West will be performing in the Kuentz Courtyard from 10 am – 11 am. Enjoy the fabulous entertainment while having a specialty coffee and Danish from Birt’s Bistro. This Club will be performing every Wed at 10 am during the moth of February.
TIN CUP INVITATIONAL 2012
The Tin Cup is unlike any golf tournament and banquet that you will have experienced. Non-stop events all day long on Sunday, April 1, 2012 in Sun City West, followed by a banquet at Palm Ridge Recreation Center. At the banquet we present the tournament awards as well as the cash prize for the putting tournament. Also, one of the best silent auctions, surprise prizes, community recognition, and the infamous mystery box, which is known for its incredible fun!
The custom golf cart that you can purchase a chance to win will find a new owner and your banquet ticket will give you a chance at one of the many prizes donated by our many sponsors.
Oh, did I mention that following your 18 holes of golf there will be a free beverage and beer garden? Banquet doors will be open at 5 p.m., and dinner served promptly at 6 p.m.
This event is in its 9th year and in the past was limited primarily to the Senior Softball players, but this year we have opened up the tournament to you, the public, with two courses: Deer Valley and Grandview. This year you may form your own foursomes or if you prefer, we will assign you to a computer generated team.
The format is a four-player scramble, with standard four-man teams, mixed and women teams. The four-man teams will be divided into two flights based on skill level.
Last year, Outback Steakhouse volunteered to provide the food for our banquet. It was sooo good we asked them to volunteer again this year, and they have. You may pick up a registration online at roneppley@cox.net, at all of the Sun City West Golf courses, and if you have any questions you may call Dick LeMoine at 623-760-5456, or Nancy Dobbins at 623-792-8993.
This is a special event and it sells out very fast. If this is something you would like to participate in, please act quickly because once we reach 288 golfers, registration will be closed. You may attend the banquet without playing golf. And of course, we encourage you to include your spouse or significant other.
SOFTBALL HOLDS POSSE FUNDRAISER
The Sun City West Softball Club will hold an All States Softball Tournament benefiting the Sun City West Sheriff’s Posse on March 10 at Liberty Field.
The event begins with a Color Ceremony at 8:30 am. Attendance is free. The tournament will be comprised of teams made up of senior softball players from Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Washington. Fans are encouraged to attend and root for their home teams. Odd hats and painted faces are optional!
“Tex” Wells and his amazing, blazing Texas-sized grill will sizzle some meat to go with free buns and chips. The club pays for all the tournament expenses, so all money raised goes to the Posse.
The public is invited to an open house at the Posse Headquarters, 20450 N. Stardust Blvd.
For more information, visit http://www.azsrsoftball.com/events/events.html.
Sports Pavilion News
February Open Play Special
Bowlers, come in and take advantage of our Open Play Special during the month of February - $5 will get you one hour of bowling from 9 AM to Noon!
Vital Care Centennial Singles Bowling Tournament
Johnson Lanes is celebrating the Arizona State Centennial with a Singles Bowling Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 18th at 11:00 AM. The tournament, which will be sponsored by Vital Care Rehab, LLC, will feature separate divisions for men and women. Men’s handicap will be 90% of 220 and women’s will be 90% of 200.
This tournament will consist of 3 games bowled over 6 lanes. The top five of each division will advance to a stair step final to determine both the men's and women’s champion. The winner of each division will bowl 1 game to determine the grand champion. There is a guarantee of $100.00 for each division. During the tournament there will be bonus dollars available when blue, gold or red pins appear in certain positions on the bowler’s first ball. Prizes will be gifts or money ranging from 50¢ to $25.00.
Cost to enter will be $12 per person; sign-up books are available at Johnson Lanes.
Honor Scores
Our hats are off to Dave Benson for rolling that enviable perfect game during the weekly outing of the Pioneer League on Thursday night. This is Dave’s 2nd 300 game of the season.
February Valentine No-Tap Red Pin
There are still a few slots open in the No-Tap Red Pin which will take place on Saturday, Feb. 18th at 5:30 PM. This popular monthly event hosted by Mel Shirey, Tournament Director at Johnson Lanes ,combines No-Tap and Red Pin bowling, providing lots of opportunities for all of us average bowlers to go home with a pocketful of quarters. Cost is $13; deadline for sign-up is on Thursday morning, Feb. 16th.
BASCW
Jerry Schwitzke, Chris Rapp, Bob Wurtz and Rich Mazzolini all rolled perfect games during the club’s No-Tap event on Saturday, January 28th. The next bi-weekly Bowling Association No-Tap event will be held Saturday, Feb. 11th at 5:30 PM. Sign-up books are available in the Sports Pavilion. Membership is required in the BASCW; no league average is required to bowl any of the club events.
Senior Olympics
Mark your calendar for the bowling and billiard events of the 2012 Arizona Senior Olympics, which will be hosted by Johnson Lanes Sports Pavilion on the weekend of March 3rd and 4th. Registration information may be accessed on the Senior Olympics website at www.seniorgames.org or by calling 602-274-7742.
Coaching Program
The Coaching Program continues to attract bowlers wishing to take advantage of the opportunity to improve their game under the expert tutelage of Marty & Joni Bell, two of only five USBC certified Silver coaches in the Valley. Bill Poff has also joined the coaching staff for the Friday afternoon coaching sessions. All three coaches volunteer their time to the program; students pay only for their lineage. Lineage cost is $5.00 per session and sign-up books are available in Johnson Lanes. For more information, contact Marty or Joni at 584-9459.
Sports Pavilion Events Calendar
For all events at Johnson Lanes Sports Pavilion during the month of February, download and print the Events Calendar here.
Open Bowling Availability
Click here to download a league schedule that shows availability of open bowling.
GOLF NEWS
HOLES IN ONE
Congratulations on your holes-in-one:
Annette Pepper: 1-24-2012 @ Echo Mesa, hole #2, 90 yards, 8 iron
Sandy Howes: 1-26-2012 @ Desert Trails, hole #3, 103 yards, 5 iron
Gary Dean: 1-29-2012 @ Trail Ridge, hole #12, 158 yards, 6 iron
Jan Landis: 1-31-2012 @ Desert Trails, hole #5, 106 yards, driver
WINTER GOLF CHALLENGE sponsored by MICHELOB ULTRA
The second tournament in the Winter Golf Challenge series sponsored by Michelob Ultra took place on January 28 at Trail Ridge. Congratulations to our flight winners: Kent Potts, Bob Bauchman, Stanley Adams, Paul Petersen, Norma Hill, Sally Hayes and Paulette Motyll!
(Please insert photos from Open Drive/Golf/Michelob Ultra – all 7 in this order: Kent Potts, Bob Bauchman, Stanley Adams, Paul Petersen, Norma Hill, Sally Hayes, Paulette Motyll, with names underneath – please crop, as needed)
The Michelob Ultra Cup Challenge Point Program is being run in conjunction with the tournaments. Participants in the tournaments earn points based on how they finish in each event, with their best 3 weeks combining for their overall total.
TOURNAMENT RESULTS & POINT STANDINGS
The next tournament in the series will be at Deer Valley on Saturday, February 11. Entry forms are available at all RCSCW golf courses. The entry fee per event is $15, and all entry fees are paid back in prizes on the day of the event. Optional gross skins and closest-to-the-pin prizes are also awarded at each tournament.
For more information, or to print an entry form, click here: Winter Golf Challenge
HOLIDAY SERIES EVENTS
Sign up now for the February 19 ARIZONA CENTENNIAL event!
See entire Holiday Series schedule: 2011-12 Holiday Series Schedule
DEMO DAYS
Check out the latest equipment from Ping, Adams Golf and more! Click here for scheduled Demo Days.
WOMEN’S TEAM PLAY
The SCW Women’s Inter Club Team Play matches have developed into some great matches, and the Trail Ridge ladies are holding onto the lead! The standings are as follows:
A TEAMS
Trail Ridge 271
Deer Valley 249
Pebblebrook 248.5
Grandview 239.5
B TEAMS
Deer Valley 145 (after 3 competitions)
Pebblebrook 128.5 (after 3 competitions)
Trail Ridge 86.5 (after 2 competition)
Follow along with us, and watch for the results of the next matches which take place February 15, 2012!
SUNDAY COUPLES
The Sun City West Couples will play at Trail Ridge on February 12 and the format will be a modified scramble.
CROOKED PUTTER
The Crooked Putter has a lot happening and some great deals to pass on to you! Click here to find out more.
CACTUS COUNTRY
Cactus Country will return to the Crooked Putter in February – next appearance is Thursday, February 9!
REID/WEST ACADEMIES
Check out our Golf Shop on Wheels! To sign up for clinics or schedule lessons, call 544-6022 or book online at reidwestgolfacademies.com
Current Resident Golf Rates | Currrent CNP and Non-Resident Golf Rates
2011-12 Holiday Golf Series Schedule
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