Sun City Festival Community Association

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July 2010 SUN CITY FESTIVAL BY DEL WEBB

Tastefully decorated golf carts, led by the Buckeye Police

Department and trailed by the Buckeye Fire Engine will
depart the Sales Center parking lot and follow a route
through the community before finishing in front of the
Sage Center. Calling all Sun City Festival
residents! It’s time to defend
After the parade, the Indigo Grille will provide a breakfast our “championship”! Arizona
buffet for residents for only $5.00. Trophies will be Business Magazine, a prominent
awarded for the best golf carts! business publication in the state
is once again running the widely
During the parade and the breakfast buffet we will be known “Ranking Arizona” competi-
entertained by the Bad Cactus Brass Band, a New Orleans tion. Last year, Sun City Festival
ranked Number One in the Active
style marching jazz band! Adult category, and we aim to re-
claim that Number One position!
8:15am - Stage Carts at the Sales Center
8:45am - Parade Begins We are nominated in four catego-
9:30am - Breakfast Buffet in Celebration Hall ries this year. To vote, log on to
azbigmedia.com, select “Search
by name to vote”, type in “Sun City
Festival” in the text box provided,
click your mouse on the under-
lined words “Sun City Festival”,
and cast your vote! Select “Reset
Form” and then repeat the pro-
cess for each of the four catego-
ries we are nominated for.

We all know what a beautiful com-

munity we have here in the Valley
Come out and honor America! of the Sun. Let’s get out and vote
so we can maintain our Number
One ranking! Vote today!

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Peg N Keg
Thursday, July 1st @ 5:00pm
This putting contest is a favorite among our residents. Test your putting skills on our ever changing 9 hole
course and bring your thirst as there will be a keg of beer for you to enjoy as well.
All for only $5

Flag Tournament
Sunday, July 4th - 7:30am to 8:30am Tee Times
Individual Stroke Play Competition
Players will be given an American Flag and they will place it in the ground when they shoot par plus their
handicap. The player that makes it the furthest around the course before they place their flag will win.
Prizes for Men’s and Women’s Divisions
$20 Annual Pass Holders - $36 SCF Residents - $45 Resident Guest
Price includes: Green Fee, Cart, Range Balls, Prize Fund, and Lunch!

Horse Race / Shootout

Thursday, July 8th and Thursday, July 22nd @ 5:00pm
This event is a must if you like a good time. The closest to full contact golf you will get as your competi-
tor’s egg you on, sometimes in your backswing. This event features two person teams who alternate their
shots. High scoring teams are eliminated on each hole until there are only three teams. Out of the three
we will get a Win (1st Place), Place (2nd Place), and a Show (3rd place). Serious golfers must leave the
serious at home for this event, we like to have fun. Cost $5
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New menu items featured daily include a refreshing Summer Gazpacho and a Shrimp Scallop
Ceviche. More summer menu changes include tasty Shrimp Skewers, a melt-in-your-mouth
Pork Scaloppini, zesty Shrimp Tacos and more! Be sure to try the Strawberry Pound Cake or
the Lemon Sorbet for a classic summer-time dessert. We are also offering a culinary adventure
with lunch and dinner specials offered daily by Chef Rajda and his team!

Shrimp Skewers Pork Scaloppini Shrimp Scallop Ceviche

Spinach Artichoke Dip

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Genealogy Club
Learn about the “what, where and how” of genealogy. We are here to educate and train our
members in the techniques, methods, resources, and facilities used in genealogy research
and how to organize and protect the results of their research. Contact David Komassa for
more details at 252-3400.

Gourmet Club
If you enjoy cooking and exploring new dishes, and would enjoy meeting new people with the
same interests, this club is for you! This is not a “pot-luck dinner”. We have a great gourmet
four course dinner once a month in the homes of our members. Contact Carol Komassa at
928-252-3400 for more information.

Digital Camera Club

The SCF Digital Camera Club is dedicated to advancing the art of photography for the
residents of Sun CIty Festival. This is accomplished through a wide variety of programs that
encourage members to excel in picture taking, electronic enhancement and display. Contact
George Lassus at 928-252-2603 for details.

Festival Association of Beauties (FAB’s)

We promote social interaction among the women here at Sun City Festival. We meet for
lunch every Friday, at Noon, in the Indigo Grille. FAB’s is open to all residents of Sun City
Festival. Come join us! It’s a great way to make new friends. Contact Donna McKinnon at
928-252-3286 to learn more!

Glass Arts Club

This club was organized to create an arena for discussions and education of glass arts
through workshops and club participation. SCF residents may engage in various glass crafts,
where glass is a significant ingredient of the craft. We meet every Thursday morning at 9:00
am. Come join us and see what you can create! Contact Ray Suiter for all the details on how
to join 928-252-6071.

Sun City Festival Golf Chartered Club

We are always accepting applications for new members! Every Tuesday at 7:30am the Sun
City Festival Women’s Golf Group play. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:30am the
Men’s Golf Group play. Come join us! Contact Mike Corson, for the Men’s Golf Group, at 928-
252-2388 and Carol Palmer for the Women’s Golf Group, at 982-252-2409 for more details.

Keep It Lite Club

Due to vacations, visitors, snow-bird escapees and various other trips and events the Keep
It Lite Club is not meeting again until September 10th. Join us in September for a spot of
motivation, inspiration and a taste of sharing information to keep you active! Contact Phyllis
Collins to learn more at 928-252-2574.

Fine Arts Club

You can’t draw a straight line? Great! Are you one to admire art but think “I can never do
that!” Even better! Our group welcomes you to join us and experience the joy of creating
with color in a variety of medias. Bring out your “inner child” in a supportive and relaxing
environment. Visit us in the Coriander Room Monday afternoons and Wednesdays from
8:30am to 4:30pm. Contact Anita Delvecchio at 928-252-2734 to learn more!

Net Sports Club

Net Sports is dedicated to promoting the sports of pickleball, tennis, volleyball and table
tennis in the community. Whether you’re a skilled player, a recreational player, engaging in a
way to burn calories and keep your heart strong, or just looking for a sport that builds agility,
strength and composure, the Net Sports Club is the club for you! Contact Jim Werner at
928-252-3618 to play!

Paper, Crafts & More Club

There are all different levels and everyone shares their ideas and techniques. The “more” in
the club title says it all. The sky’s the limit! Come see what it’s all about. You’ll be hooked...
or should we say stamped, glued, embossed, folded and more! Contact Carolyn Wurtz at
928-252-6312 for more information.

Paws & Claws Club

We encourage pet owners of all types to meet and gather information on various educational
and health related pet information. The club holds doggie socials for our furry friends to
socialize, and are working on more events for the future. Our meetings are held on the

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first Wednesday of each month at 5:30pm. Contact Susan Goldman at 928-252-3602 for
details.
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Barrel Buddies
This wine tasting group holds events in members’ homes, at outside venues, or joint events
with other wine clubs. Join us on July 17th for our monthly event that will be hosted by the
Roderique’s. The theme will be “Lighter Side of French Wines” from 7-9pm. Contact Steven
Miller to join today at 928-252-6640.

Sun City Festival Hiking Club

We offer many exciting hiking trips all over the region. We meet once a month to review
previous and upcoming trips and learn many helpful tips on hiking. We offer separate hiking
levels for new and experienced hikers. This past season we introduced night hikes and
overnights for one or two days away. Contact Stan Goldman at 928-252-3602 to join our
club.

Woodcrafter’s Club
Our club caters to all facets of wood crafting. Learn wood working skills and work on various
projects with us! The primary purpose of the Woodcrafter’s Club is to promote the craft
of woodworking as a hobby and assist in the improvement of member skills and abilities.
Contact Ken Zimmerman at 928-252-2203 to learn more!

The Player’s Club

The Player’s Club offers 15 different board and card games seven days a week. New
members are always welcome. Consult the newsletter calendar, Cable Channel 22, or the
Festival web site for specifics. To join the club, merely attend any of our daily functions and
complete a membership application. Contact Jay Cohn at 928-252-6104 to join!

Ceramics and Pottery Club

The club’s sole function is to allow members to explore these two fascinating and
challenging crafts. All our members are very helpful and supportive. If you are interested in
learning more, stop by Monday mornings at 9:00am for demonstrations and hands on fun!
Contact Gordon Fjeld at 831-594-2487 to learn more!

The Lady Putters

Come and enjoy the camaraderie of friends and neighbors while developing and enhancing
your putting skills. The Lady Putters will be playing on Thursday mornings throughout the
summer months. Please join us for a game or two! Contact Sue Peppler at 928-252-2663
for all the details.

The Quilting Bees

The Quilting Bees honored our military by making almost 60 pillow cases for our deployed
troops. “It isn’t much compared to their sacrifice but we wanted to let them know we care”
says Club President Carolyn Boden. We are always welcoming new members! Contact
Carolyn Boden at 928-252-2873 to become a part of our great group!

The Social Dance Club

The Social Dance Club will be on summer recess through September. We will resume
activities in October. Watch the newsletter and your emails for the fall schedule. We look
forward to seeing you on the dance floor soon! Contact Magda Brown at 623-398-0478 for
all the details.

Social Club for Singles

We provide an opportunity for members to pursue common interests in hobbies,
recreational, social and cultural activities and programs to enhance their quality of life.
Come join us as we enjoy outings and social events for singles within our community.
Contact Marina Kaye at 928-252-2789 to learn more!

Festival RV Club
If you’d like to learn more about RVing and find ways to enhance the RV life you love, then
the Festival RV Club is for you! The purpose of this club is to facilitate bringing together those
who wish to travel and who enjoy the recreational vehicle lifestyle. Contact David Beckes at
623-238-0500 for more details.

The Softball Club

Dream of driving in the winning run or making a game saving catch? Whether you are a
seasoned player or a first timer, the objective of the Softball Club is to promote softball

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at every level. It is our goal to help all of our players reach their potential! For information
contact Bob Drury at 928-252-6344 today!
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Fitness Classes
Every Monday
Flow Yoga 8:45am
Pilates 8:45am
Aqua Aerobics 10:00am
Body Sculpting 10:00am
Zumba Gold 11:00am
Strength & Cycle 12:15pm
Aqua Aerobics 4:00pm
Stretch, Flex & Tone 5:15pm
Every Tuesday
Cardio Core 9:15am
Intro to the Ball 10:15am
Fitness on the Ball 10:45am
Chair Fitness 3:45pm
Group Cycling 5:00pm
Every Wednesday
Flow Yoga 8:45am
Aqua Aerobics 10:00am
T’ai Chi (sign up only) 10:15am
Body Sculpting 12:30pm
Zumba 1:30pm
Pilates 2:45pm
Aqua Aerobics 4:00pm
Stretch, Flex & Tone 5:15pm
Every Thursday
Cardio Core 9:15am
Aqua Aerobics 10:00am
Intro to the Ball 10:15am
Fitness on the Ball 10:45am
Yogalates 2:00pm
Equipment Orientation 3:00pm
Group Cycling 5:00pm
Every Friday
Hatha Yoga 7:15am
Aqua Aerobics 10:00am
Cardio Combo & Stretch 11:30am
Aqua Aerobics 4:00pm
Stretch, Flex & Tone 5:15pm
Every Saturday
Group Cycling 8:00am
For more information please
contact:
Chuck Eier,
Fitness & Wellness Director
928-252-2115
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Chartered Club Activities
Every Monday
Pickleball 7:00am
July 1 Pottery 8:00am
Peg N Keg at 5:00pm
Putting contest. $5.00 per person.
Mah Jongg 9:00am
Tennis for Beginners 10:00am
July 4 Dealer’s Choice Poker 1:00pm
Flag Day Tournament Fine Arts 1:00pm
Individual Stroke Play Competition Woodcrafters 5:30pm
7:30am and 8:30am Tee Times Euchre Lessons 6:00pm
$20 Annual Pass Holder Pickleball 6:30pm
$36 SCF Resident
$45 Resident Guest Euchre Play 6:30pm
Includes: Green Fee, Cart, Range Balls, Prize Fund, and Lunch!
Every Tuesday
July 8 and 22 Pickleball 7:00am
Horse Race / Shootout at 5:00pm Tennis 8:30am
Two person teams who alternate shots. Paper Crafts 9:30am
High scoring teams eliminated at each hole.
$5.00 per person. Players Club Free Play 9:00am
Digital Camera 10:00am
Every Monday and Thursday Contract Bridge 1:00pm
Golf Clinics 11:00am Glass Arts 1:00pm
($15 each) Ponytail Canasta 6:30pm
Every Tuesday
Sun City Festival Women’s Golf Group
Every Wednesday
7:30am Pickleball 7:00am
Pottery 8:00am
Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday Fine Arts 8:30am
Sun City Festival Men’s Golf Group Tennis Clinic 10:00am
7:30am Mah Jongg 1:00pm
Ladies Doubles Tennis 2:00pm
Paws & Claws 5:30pm
(1st Wednesday of each month)
Paper Crafts 6:00pm
Single Deck Pinochle 6:30pm
Every Thursday
Pickleball 9:00am
Glass Arts 8:00am
Tennis 8:30am
Lady Putters 9:30am
Duplicate Bridge 12:30pm
Dealer’s Choice Poker 5:30pm
Pickleball 6:30pm
Happy Hour Monday thru Friday Every Friday
4:00pm-6:00pm
Pickleball 7:00am
Tennis 8:30am
Every Sunday 8:00am - 12:00pm Contract Bridge 9:00am
Breakfast in the Indigo Grille Quilting Bees 9:30am
FAB’s Luncheon 12:00pm
Every Wednesday 4:00pm - 8:00pm is Bunco 7:00pm
“Comfort Food Night”
Every Saturday
Every Thursday 4:00pm - 8:00pm is Pickleball 7:00am
“Pasta & Vino Night”
Pottery 8:00am
Table Tennis 1:00pm
Every Friday 4:00 - 8:00pm is Couples Contract Bridge 6:30pm
“Seafood Night”
Every Sunday
Every Saturday 4:00pm - 8:00pm is Bocce Ball 2:00pm
“Prime Rib Night” Mexican Train Dominoes 6:30pm
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SUN CITY FESTIVAL
Special Events for
DID YOU KNOW? by Chuck Eier, M.S. C.S.C.S.
July 2010
July 2
Your total cholesterol should be less than 200 mg/dl FREE Blood Pressure Screening –
2:00pm Fitness Center
Your HDL (“good” cholesterol) should be more than 45 July 3
mg/dl DAY TRIP: Prescott Frontier Days &
Your blood pressure should be under 120/80 Rodeo - Promenade Travel
July 3
Aerobic exercise should be done at least 3 times per week and at least 20 minutes each time Independence Day Golf Cart Parade
and Breakfast
The average American consumes 20 teaspoons of added sugar (not occurring in the food) each day July 7
Promenade Travel “Meet Darlene”
Strength, or resistance, training should be done 2-3 times per week and never on consecutive days – 9:00am Cyber Café
July 7
The average American consumes 2,700 pounds of sodium per year La-Z-Boy Seminar: “The Art of
About one-third of US adults are obese Accessorizing” 10:00am Celebration
Hall
One mile of brisk walking burns about 100 calories July 8
Buckeye Bookmobile – 9:00am Sage
Most people reach maximum bone density around 25 years of age Center Parking Lot
July 9-11
Healthy body fat measurement is around 20% for men and 29% for OVERNIGHT TRIP: The Temptations
women & The Four Tops in Primm, NV -
Alcohol intake should be limited to one drink per day for women and Promenade Travel
2 drinks per day for men (1 drink=12 oz. beer, 1 oz of liquor, 6-8 oz July 13
wine) Physician Lecture: “Taking Care of
your Back” 10:30am Celebration Hall
CONTROLLABLE risk factors for heart disease are: blood pressure, July 15
cholesterol, smoking and exercise DAY TRIP: Arboretum at Flagstaff -
Promenade Travel
Body Mass Index (BMI)-a ratio of height to weight should be 25 or July 16
less Resident Potluck Dinner – 5:30pm
“Super Chuck” says, “You should not believe everything you read!” Celebration Hall
July 19
FREE Blood Pressure Screening –
9:00am Fitness Center
July 21
RESIDENT PROFILE Promenade Travel “Meet Darlene”
– 9:00am Cyber Café
Jon and Patti Simeons July 22
Buckeye Bookmobile – 9:00am Sage
“...enjoying many of the activities offered here at Sun City Festival and all Center Parking Lot
the special people they have met!” July 23
DAY TRIP: Sizzling Summer’s
Jon and Patti met twenty year ago and soon after were married in Lake Tahoe,
Snowbowl Skyride - Promenade Travel
California. Jon was raised in Sioux Rapids, Iowa but migrated to San Diego,
California soon after graduating from high school. After spending time in the July 24
Air Force in England and Germany, Jon returned to California to begin his career Free Dive In Movie “Star Trek” -
with the Federal Aviation Administration completing a forty year career in air traffic control. After retiring from 8:00pm Poolside
the FAA he went on to supervise the training of future controllers. July 26
Monday Movie Madness: “Couples
About this time Patti and Jon moved to their first Del Webb development, Lincoln Hills, in California where Retreat” 6:30pm Celebration Hall
they adapted nicely to all the fun activities and all the wonderful new friends. Jon especially enjoyed softball July 26
where he was a player and then a manager. When his knees let him know they no longer wished to play, he DAY TRIP: Sea Life Aquarium -
became the head umpire. Promenade Travel
July 27
Patti, a native Californian was raised in San Mateo, California. For the last thirty-four years she has worked for Board of Director’s Meeting - 6:30pm
a commercial developer and is still commuting to uptown Phoenix four days a week and will seriously think of Celebration Hall
retiring when she finds the time. July 29
“Health Fair” - Vendors from various
Jon and Patti were blessed with five children and twelve grandchildren and have enjoyed every moment spent health organizations will speak and
with them. display services 9:00am to 12:00pm
Celebration Hall
Free time is spent traveling, cruises, visiting with the children and grandchildren in California, enjoying many July 31
of the activities offered here at Sun City Festival, and all the special people they have met! Jon enjoys the
“Anything Goes” Resident
excellent golf course and feels like he is on vacation at the resort style pool. They have joined the Players Club

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and Barrel Buddies. Patti is a member of FAB’s and Keep It Lite, and really enjoys her quiet time reading. Social – 6:30pm Celebration
Hall
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Contact Information
& Important Numbers

www.oursuncityfestival.net

Bruce Friedman
Community Manager
928-252-2103

Jennifer Haigwood
Lifestyle Director
928-252-2104

Carol Jackson
Community Standards
928-252-2105

Debbi Fraser
Administrative Assistant
928-252-2133

Chuck Eier
Fitness & Wellness Director
928-252-2115

Marketplace Partners George Jeffers, Ed. D.

ASU Lifelong Learning
Coordinator
928-252-2107

Caring Neighbors
928-252-2118

Copper Canyon Golf Club/

Indigo Grille
928-252-6445
coppercanyongolfclub.com

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