Sun City Festival Community Association

26501 West Desert Vista Boulevard, Buckeye, Arizona 85396

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Happy New Year!

January 2013

National Performing Artists Featured Shows For 2013

7:00 PM All Showtimes Celebration Hall January 12th

The Sage Center wil feature three spectacular shows brought to us by the National Performing Artists. These incredible shows are just $20 per person! But, for a limited time only, you may purchase tickets to all three shows for only $50! Tickets are available for purchase at the Sage Center Member Services Desk. Seating is limited, so get your tickets today! Dont miss out on the fun! Bob Anderson - Las Vegas Hall of Fame Voted by People Magazine as The best singing impressionist in show business. Theres something for all ages with Bob Andersons show!

Februay 9th

March 9th

Jamaican Me Laugh - Matilda & Patrick Murphy A flawless Ventriloquist, Puppeteer & Humorist - This laugh filled, multi-cultural show highlights the sexy, sassy, vibrant & outrageous observations of this hip comedienne. Lots of family style, clean & age appropriate humor for all to enjoy! Face to Face - Billy Joel and Elton John The duo capture both the original artists in their new, high energy, interactive Rock N Roll show.

Your Opinion Counts! Participate in the Annual Community Survey

Once again its time to complete the Annual Community Survey. The online survey link and PDF version have been emailed out to the community. The deadline to complete this survey is January 31. If a Hours of Operation printed copy is completed, it should be returned to the Member Services Desk before January 31. A link to the survey will also be available on the community website at www.OurSunCityFestival.net. Your participation is critical to the ongoing success of the communitys operations and development. Thank you in advance for your participation!

Annual Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, January 22 6:30 PM - Festival Foothills School

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Sun City Festival Community Association

60s Theme Night!

Join us on Tuesday, January 22nd to relive the fabulous 60s while enjoying Happy Hour from 4:00 - 6:00 pm with our drink specials! Like Minds will be helping us get our groove on!
Dining Hours: Sunday 8 am - 7 pm, Monday & Tuesday 11 am - 7 pm, Wednesday thru Saturday 11 am - 8 pm.

Ankes 3rd Annual Muscular Dystrophy Golf Tourney on January 19

Participate as a golfer, volunteer, or contributor to the raffle or silent auction for the 3rd Annual Tournament for MDA. This 4-person scramble garnered $11,000 last year thanks to the enthusiastic support of our community, Sign up today at the Pro Shop to participate in this golf tournament that sends kids diagnosed with muscular dystrophy to summer camp. To volunteer, sponsor a hole, or donate funds or a prize, please contact Anke at avanderdrift@aol.com.

Nine and Dine

Monday, January 21 Tee Time is 3:00 pm

Nine holes of golf followed by a wonderful dinner buffet. Dinner will be at approximately 5/5:30 pm. Please sign up in the Pro Shop.

Valentines Day Golf Tournament

GOLF CLINICS
Get Golf Ready Clinics
January 21 - 25 9:00 - 10:30 am Cost: $99 These clinics are perfect for people who have never played the game or have not played in awhile. Register in the Golf Shop or online at www.playgolfamerica.com/ggr/

Sunday, February 10 Shotgun Start at 12:30 pm Cost: $65.00 per golfing pair; Non-golfing partner may attend dinner for $26.00 Enjoy a fun afternoon golfing with the chance to win prizes followed by a delicious buffet dinner at the Indigo Grille. Entry forms are available at the Pro Shop (40 pair limit). For questions, contact Bob & Patricia Groves 928-2526150 or Larry & Lois Koehler 928-252-6847.

Monday and Thursday Golf Clinics

Golf Clinics are offered every Monday and Thursday at 11:00 am. Space is limited so please sign up early. For more information or to sign up, please call or visit the Pro Shop. $15/Session

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ASU Spring Course Registration Begins January 2nd!
ASU Lifelong Learning Spring 2013 course registration begins on January 2nd. Get your course schedule and register at the Member Services Desk in the Sage Recreation Center today! You can also view the new schedule and download the registration form online at www.OurSunCityFestival.net. This seasons couses offer a wide variety from creative arts, culture, and special interests to Arizona specifics, American history, technology, and topics for discussion. There is surely a course that will spark most everyones interests! If you are ever interested in participating as a community scholar, a free training workshop is offered to prospective scholars. Dr. George Jeffers serves as the OLLI ASU Coordinator and teaches this workshop.

January Community Events

January 7 Real Estate Seminar 10 am Sable Rm January 8 Utah St. University Seminar 9 am Celebration Hall West January 9 - April 10 Tap/Jazz Class 11:30 am (Wednesdays) Celebration Hall January 10 Buckeye Bookmobile 9 am Sage Center Parking Lot January 10 Financial Seminar - JC Grason 4-5 pm Celebratin Hall West January 11 Arizona Solar Solutions Seminar 10 am Sable Room January 11 Community Potluck 5:30 pm Celebration Hall January 12 Bob Anderson - NPA Show 7 pm Celebration Hall January 16 SummerWind Solar Seminar 9:30 am Sable Room Clear Solutions For Seniors Seminar 4 pm Celebration Hall West January 19 4th Annual HomeExpo / Club Expo 10 am - 2 pm Sage Parking Lot January 23 Edward Jones Financial Seminar 10 am Sable Room

February 14: February 16:

Love is in the Air

Valentines Dance
7 - 10 pm

Annual Pool Party 11 am - 3 pm

Cheeseburger in Paradise Be Kind to Your Heart

February 23:

Annual Wellness Festival & Charity Walk

& SHOWS
January
6 Quartzsite Gem & Mineral Show 12 Laughlin Turnaround Trip 16 Forever Plaid - Matinee Performance 26 AZ Oprys Rock & Roll Show Matinee Includes Lunch

January 24 Solar City Seminar 9:30 am Sable Rm January 24 Buckeye Bookmobile 9 am Sage Center Parking Lot January 25 Newlywed Game 6:30 - 10 pm Celebration Hall January 26 Sunday Movie Matinee, Hope Springs 1 pm Celebration Hall

February
1 Swan Lake Performance at the Webb Center 9 Wine Tasting at Alcantara Winery & Pillsbury Wine Co. 21 Arabian Horse Show

Sign Up Today at Member Services!

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Chartered clubs
Sun City Festival offers a spectacular variety of activities for all residents, including an assortment of Chartered Clubs ranging from hobbies and various arts and crafts groups to sports, food, and social groups. Browse the listings and join any clubs that interest you. You may find many new opportunities and even make some new friends in the process. Learn more about these clubs, to to the community website at www.OurSunCityFestival.net under Clubs and Interest Groups.

Paper Crafts & More

Pickleball Club

Join us Tuesday mornings at 9:30 am. Evening classes are at 6 pm. We incorporate all skill levels and include rubber stamping, tea bag folding, and more. Contact: Mary Bremer 928-252-6330

We are dedicated to the promotion of Pickleball and encourage everyone to come out and join us. Current Open Play for members is daily 9am-12pm. Check the court bulletin board for future time changes. Contact: Jim Werner 928-252-3618

Golf Chartered Club

We are always accepting applications for new members! Womens Group play every Tue. Mens Group play every Mon., Wed., Fri. Contact: Steve Nebel, Mens Golf Group, 928252-6401 or Cyndy Czernysz for Womens Golf Group, 928-2522806

Festival RV Club

Join us to learn more about RVing and find ways to enhance the RV life you love. We bring together those who wish to travel and who enjoy the recreational vehicle lifestyle. Contact: Virg Mellott 928-252-3829

The Quilting Bees

Watch for a raffle quilt to be presented at the January 18 Quilt Show. Tickets are available from the Quilting Bees or on Fridays at their meeting at 9 am in the Terra Cotta Rm. Contact: Carol Stoney 503-899-9976

Paws & Claws Pet Club

We offer all types of pet information to pet owners and hold a monthly meeting at the Villa Ramada, 3rd Thurs. each month at 9am. Contact: Kathi Landis 503-580-6069

Model Railroad Club

Join us if you have an interest in railroad and enjoy planning, building and operating model railroad education. Contact: Ed Krajca 928-252-6147

Festival Association of Beauties (FABs)

We promote social interaction among women at Sun City Festival and meet for lunch every Friday, at 11 am, at the Indigo Grille. FABs is open to all residents of Sun City Festival. Contact: Stephanie Baker 928-252-6964

Glass Arts Club

Members create traditional stained glass and warm glass through workshops, demonstrations, selfexploration and shared expertise. Glass Studio is open M-Sat 7am7pm; Sun 1pm-7pm. Contact: Barbara Waggoner 928-252-2958 Ltbarb2@icloud.com

Social Dance Club

Our members learn and practice various social and line dances in a fun environment. Couples dance is on break until Mon., Jan. 21, then well begin 6 weeks of professional instruction. Line dance is Thur. 11am1pm, Celeb. Hall. Contact: Jo Palaoro 928-252-6778

Hiking Club

We offer many exciting hiking trips all over the region and meet once a month to review previous & upcoming trips. We offer all levels of hiking to suite your experience. Contact: Patrick Smith 928-252-6018

The Lady Putters

Come and enjoy the camaraderie of friends while enhancing and developing your putting skills. We play on Mondays at 12:30pm and Thursdays at 9:30am. Please join us. Contact: Judy Handick 503-799-6702

Desert Harmony

Were performing our holiday concert on Dec. 9 at 3 pm, purchase your tickets ($5) at the door or make reservations at harmonypk12@yahoo. com. Contact: Pat Kubler 623-521-9687 or desertharmonyscf@ yahoo.com

Woodcrafters Club
The Club encourages all facets of woodworking. We welcome residents of any skill levels. Members learn new wood skills and work on various projects with members of varying experience. Instructional classes are scheduled periodically. Contact: Dave Dietz 928-252-2610 daviddietz@cox.net

Digital Photo Club

Dedicated to the art of photography, we encourage members to excel in picture taking, electronic enhancement and display.
Contact: Chuck Roderique 928-252-2497

Field and Stream

We meet the 1st Wed each month. Range Day is the 2nd Fri monthly & we gather at 7 am to car pool to the range. Contact: Steven Kelley 480-544-7037 or Steve@SDKelley.com

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Gourmet Club

Dinners are usually on the 3rd Sunday each month, tables of 8, a 4-course dinner with set menu. Try new foods and meet nice foodies in their homes to enjoy the best meal in town of SCF! Contact: Carol Komassa 928-252-3400

Fine Arts Club

Fine Arts has open painting on Monday afternoons and all day on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Try out your creativity and fun at the same time. Contact: Jean Buhle 928-252-2468

Genealogy Club

Learn the what, where and how of genealogy. We share techniques, methods, resources, and facilities used in genealogy research. Meetings are 2nd Wed, Oct - May at 3pm. Contact: David Komassa 252-3400

Dont Worry, Bead Happy

Join us if you are interested in beading jewelry and other related beading projects. Beginners & advanced crafters welcome. Contact: Marlene Silver 845-548-4579

Canadian/American Friendship Club

We bring Americans and Canadians together for fun and friendship. We plan various activities, trips, and more. Contact: Terry Barnard 928-232-0262 or Chuck Smith 928-252-6976

The Players Club

We offer 12 different board and card games 7 days a week. New members are welcome. See the newsletter calendar, Ch22 or Fitness Bulletin Brd for dates and times. Contact: Jay Cohn 928-252-6104

Festival Car Club

A mixture of Muscle, Vintage and Sports Car enthusiasts dedicated to having fun. We sponsor monthly outings, events and road trips. Contact:Tom Flanagan
tpflana@yahoo.com Damon Deacon, Vel Moss or Tony Dellinger

Pottery & Ceramics Club

Crafty Scrappers

Stop by our fabulous new studio and check out our Pottery and Ceramic projects in progress. Please contact us if you are interested in joining. Contact: Shirley Steinbach sstein9911@msn.com

Join us in preserving your memories digitally or with traditional scrapbooking. Intro to scrapbooking class coming in February: Mon. 9am-3pm, Wed. 9am-2pm; 2nd Sat. Contact: Bonnie Lenke 623-229-6400 bonnielenke@msn.com

Barrel Buddies

We hold wine tasting group events in our members homes (twice per month), at outside venues, or joint events with other wine clubs. Contact: Steven Miller 928-252-6640

The Softball Club

All skill levels are welcome, no experience needed. Visit the softball field on Mon, Wed, Thur, and Fri from 9 am-3 pm to watch us. Contact: Bill Jenkins 928-252-3298

Knit One & Crochet Too

Join us if you knit, crochet or would like to learn. Weekly gatherings are Mon. 9:30 -11:30 am and Thurs. 1:30-5:30. Drop in to participate anytime. Contact: Dorothy Cushley 928-252-2084

Batter Up! Sun City Festivals Fifth Annual Softball Tournament

Sun City Festival Softball Club will hold its 5th Annual Softball Tournament, January 22 through February 2 at the Del E. Webb Softball Field. There will be teams from several West Valley Communties playing each day. Teams will compete in three skill levels. Tier 3 games will be held the 22-24th starting at 10 am, Tier 1 games will be held the 28-30th starting at 8:30 am, and Tier 2 games will be held on the 29-31st starting at 8:30 am. Come cheer on our teams! Throughout the series of games there will be a concession tent offering coffee, soda and baked goods hosted by the Fest Divas. Jersey Jims mobile sandwich wagon will offer hot sandwiches. There will be a 50/50 Raffle with daily drawings.

The Brew Crew

We have hosted many successful events with a variety of beers and conversation. Contact us for information on upcoming events. Contact: Milt Levy 928-252-6952 or Mark Silver 623-249-5917

Mystery Riders

We are a group of motorcyle enthusiasts who ride on Thursdays and at least two Sat or Sun per month throughout Arizona. We have all makes and models in our group. Contact: Ed Zvonik 928-252-3849

Tennis Club

We offer game opportunities for all levels of play. Drop-in sessions are on Tue & Thurs at 8 am depending upon weather and players. Contact: Bob Bone 928-252-6854

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RESIDENT PROFILE

Chartered Club Activities

Monday Pickleball 9:00am Mah Jongg 9:00am Crafty Scrappers 9:00am Knit One & Crochet Too 9:30am Pickleball Womens Ladders 11:00am Dealers Choice Poker 12:30pm Chess 1:00pm Fine Arts 1:00pm Woodcrafters 5:30pm Euchre 6:30pm Pickleball 6:30pm Desert Harmony Rehearsal 6:30pm Tuesday Pickleball 9:00am Mixed Doubles Drop-In Tennis 8:00am Play Anything 9:00am Paper Crafts 9:30am Digital Photo Club 10:30am Pickleball Mens Ladders 12:00pm Contract Bridge 1:00pm Water Volleyball 1:00pm Tx Hold Em Poker Trn (1st & 3rd) 5:30pm Omaha Poker (2nd & 4th) 5:30pm Pickleball 6:30pm Ponytail Canasta 6:30pm Wednesday Pickleball 9:00am Fine Arts 8:30am Crafty Scrappers 9:00am Mah Jongg Marathon (2nd) 9am-4:30pm Players Club Open Play 9:00am Pickleball Lessons 10:00am Mah Jongg 12:30pm Texas HoldEm 12:30pm Dont Worry Bead Happy 2:00pm Paws & Claws (1st Wed) 5:30pm Paper Crafts & More 6:00pm Single Deck Pinochle 6:30pm Thursday Pickleball 9:00am Mixed Doubles Drop-In Tennis 8:00am Lady Putters 7:30am Fine Arts 9:00am Mixed Doubles Tennis 9:00am Line Dancing 11:00am Duplicate Bridge 12:00pm Pickleball Womens Inst. Play 11:00am Knit One & Crochet Too 1:30pm Water Volleyball 2:00pm Volleyball 3:00pm Dealers Choice Poker 5:00pm Table Tennis 6:00pm Pickleball 6:30pm Friday Pickleball 9:00am Contract Bridge 9:00am Quilting Bees 9:00am Mixed Doubles Tennis 9:00am FABs Luncheon 11:00am Mah Jongg 12:30pm Chess 12:30pm Bunco 7:00pm Saturday Pickleball 9:00am Dont Worry Bead Happy 12:00pm Tx Hold Em Poker 12:30pm Table Tennis 1:00pm Couples Contract Bridge 6:30pm Sunday Bocce Ball 2:00pm Table Tennis 3:00pm Mexican Train Dominoes 6:30pm Double Deck Pinochle 6:30pm

Ron and Rose Swierk

Rose and Ron moved to Sun City Festival from Carol Stream, Illinois a little over three years ago. Rose grew up on the south side of Chicago and Ron on the north side. They actually met at Saint Josephs College in Indiana during a dance mixer when Ron acted as a wing man for his best friend! Five years later they were married and still laugh today about how they met. They were impressed with the Phoenix area while visiting Roses brother Pat who lives in Sun City Grand. Pat suggested that they look at a new Del Webb development just a few miles west. As soon as they drove into the community they knew that it was the place for them..... a retirement community with a vacation atmosphere. Rose is a registered nurse currently working in the Dysart School District. She plans to retire at the end of the 2014 school year. Ron is officially retired after working 32 years at Sears. He also worked part time for the Finish Line and Goodwill while looking for their dream retirement location. Rose is currently active with FABs, Lady Putters, Brew Crew and the Hiking Club. Ron is a member of the Softball, Hiking and Brew Crew Clubs. Hes also been known to travel the Phoenix area taking advantage of the many golf courses located here. When Rose retires, they plan to travel more extensively through Arizona and the surrounding states. They have two children and one recent grandchild. Their daughter, Rebecca, resides in Orlando and works for Disney. We love taking vacations at the Disney Parks and take advantage of Rebeccas discounts. Their son, Steve, resides in Gilberts, Illinois and works for Chicago based Accenture. He and his wife are the proud parents of Nathan, who was born in March 2012. Naturally, Rose and Ron believe Nathan is the best looking and smartest grandchild they know.

January 19 3rd Annual MDA Tourney January 21 Nine and Dine January 21 - 25 Get Golf Ready Clinics Every Tuesday SCF Womens Golf Group
January 14-15 18-Hole Player Member Tournament

Monday - Tuesday 11:00am - 7:00pm Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am - 8:00pm

Hours of Operation:

Happy Hour Monday - Friday 3 pm - 6 pm Sunday Breakfast: 8 am - 12 pm Sunday All Day Menu: 12 pm - 7 pm Pizza Mondays: All Day 11 am - 7 pm Taco Tuesdays: All Day 11 am - 7 pm

Wednesdays, Asian Night: 4 pm - 8 pm Thursdays, Italian Night: 4 pm - 8 pm Fridays, Seafood Night: 4 pm - 8 pm

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Sun City Festival Mens Golf Group

Saturdays, Prime Rib Night: 4 pm - 8 pm

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Fitness Classes
Every Monday Yoga 8:45 am Pilates 8:45 am Body Sculpting 10:00 am Aqua Aerobics 11:00 am Zumba Gold 11:00 am

Dont Hold The Handles

by Chuck Eier, M.S. C.S.C.S., Fitness/Wellness Director

The treadmill is a great piece of exercise equipment. But, like every other piece of fitness equipment, a treadmill will yield maximal results only when used correctly. The most common misuse of the treadmill involves holding the handles. Regardless of the users age, weight, or goals, holding the handles on the treadmill significantly reduces its effectiveness. Of importance to many treadmill users is calorie burn. By holding the handles during treadmill walking, the calorie burn is reduced by 20-25%. Hands on the handles provides assistance to keep pace with the belt on the treadmill. Instead, lower the speed/grade and walk without assistance. Then, you will be doing all the work necessary without any assistance. In addition, the readout of calories burned will be accurate when walking/running hands-free. The calorie burn indicator is based solely on the speed and grade at which the treadmill runs. It doesnt know if someone is helping themselves by holding the handles. Holding the treadmill handles does not mimic real walking. When we walk outside, uphill or on a flat surface, we have nothing to hold and have to do all the work. Holding the handles with the treadmill at a 10% incline essentially negates any benefit from walking uphill. The body is leaned back at an angle almost perpendicular to the angle of the treadmill. At that point, the walking might just as well be flat. Walking uphill requires leaning forward into the hill. Holding the treadmill handles prevents walking with a natural stride. Changes to gait and posture are also side-effects of holding treadmill handles. When holding the handles the stride is shortened to avoid foot contact with the front cover on the treadmill. Also, holding the handles reduces the work done by the erector spinae muscles. These muscles work to hold the spine upright and stable while walking. Holding or leaning on the handles can actually lead to weakening of the erector spinae. And, because holding the handles helps keep you stable, balance skills may actually get worse since they are not consistently and adequately challenged. When walking, jogging, or running on a treadmill, holding the handles can actually cause a reduction in the quality of exercise results. Providing assistance, holding the treadmill handles alters the way we walk or run, reduces the amount of work we do and can actually create injury and muscle weakness. If necessary, reduce the speed and incline so you are able to walk without assistance. This applies to holding stationary handles or any part of the elliptical machine as well.
Sources:
Behnken, M. MS,CSCS, www.askthetrainer.com Horton, J. 10 Reaons Never to Hold Onto the Treadmill. www.yahoo.com Johnson, J. Does It Matter if You Hold On While on a Treadmill? www.livestrong.com Wavey, D. 5 Reasons: Dont Hold the Treadmill While Walking or Running.www.daveywaveyfitness.com

Every Tuesday Rhythm & Moves 8:00 am Cardio Core 9:15 am Strength, Stretch & Balance 10:30 am Group Cycling 5:00 pm Every Wednesday Body Sculpting 8:00 am Yoga 8:45 am Zumba Gold 9:00 pm Pilates 10:15 am Tai Chi (sign up only) 10:15 am Aqua Aerobics 11:00 am Every Thursday Rhythm & Moves 8:00 am Cardio Core 9:15 am Strength, Stretch & Balance 10:30 am Equipment Orientation 3:00 pm Group Cycling 5:00 pm Every Friday Yoga 8:00 am Pilates 8:00 am Body Sculpting 9:15 am Zumba Gold 10:30 am Aqua Aerobics 11:00 am Strength, Stretch & Balance 1:00 pm Every Saturday Group Cycling 8:00 am

Free Blood Pressure Screenings

Jan. 4 at 2 pm; Jan. 21 at 9 am

Fitness/Wellness Services
Massage Therapy: Male & Female Therapists, 1-hr = $60, 90-Minutes = $90 Fitness Assessment: Complete Fitness Assessment with a personal exercise program including one lesson = $40 Equipment Orientation: Free 60-minute group session on effective and safe exercise with demonstrations. Personal Training: One-on-one personal training session = $35/hr

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Bruce Friedman Community Manager 928-252-2103 Carol Jackson Community Standards 928-252-2105 Lisa Annett Communications Coordinator 928-252-2133

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