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GVR NEWS FOR YOU & ABOUT YOUJANUARY 2020 | WWW.GVREC.ORG
Southern AZSenior Games is
Around the Corner
Are You Newto Retirement in
Green Valley?
Ever Heard of the Friends of
Madera Canyon?
Don’t Miss the Fun
There was a time for many retired people when their jobs meant everything to them. It was “who they were” … a doctor, a lawyer, a police officer, a teacher, a hair-dresser and so on. Of course, the list is endless. What they do now that they are retired, or semi-retired, can make the difference between a fulfilling new chapter in their lives, or a life of loneliness, isolation and depression. (Continued on page 8)
You Could be a Friend
In the mid 1980’s the U. S. Forest Service intended to close public access to Madera Canyon due to budget cuts. In April 1986 the offi-cial announcement was made and a group of concerned Green Valley residents responded by forming the Friends of Madera Canyon to assist in any way possible to keep the canyon open. The Friends were formed in 1987 to help “pre-serve and protect” the Canyon. By 1992 the... (Cont’d on page 9)
Registration Opens Jan. 13
Registration books will be avail- able soon at GVR centers and online at www.gvrec.org. Regis-tration will be open from Monday, January 13 - Friday, February 28. Participants may register in person at any of GVR’s customer service offices or by mail by completing the registration form and return-ing it, along with a check made payable to GVR Foundation. If you have any questions, contact us via email at: [email protected]
In order to serve our members and allowemployees time with their families, GVR
will operate on a modified schedule for the upcoming holidays. See pg 3 for details!
Need to register for your Tenant ID Card?In addition to the customer service offices, there will be stations set up at West Center.
More info on pg 3.
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EXECUTIVE OFFICEChief Executive OfficerChief Financial OfficerDirector of Administrative ServicesSales & Marketing SpecialistAdministrative AssistantProgram Coordinator
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYInformation Technology Director
FACILITIESFacilities DirectorLandscaping SupervisorProject ManagerSenior Custodial SupervisorSenior Maintenance SupervisorAquatics Supervisor
RECREATIONRecreation Services Director
Club LiasonCustomer Service SupervisorReservations CoordinatorFitness Coordinator
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
Membership Accounting SpecialistCenter Operations Assistants (COA)(For help and immediate assistance from 5:30am - 9pm 365 days a year)
GVR FOUNDATION
WEST CENTER BOX OFFICE
If you have a maintenance issue after 9pm, please call (520)547-5390, otherwise call the COA at (520) 343-2440.
Cheryl MooseJen MorningstarLynda CampbellKaren MiarsKathy Edwards
Randy Cheatham
David JundEddie PreciadoMelanie StephensonDan FreemanAaron YoungDennis Coker
Kris Zubicki
Kathy EdwardsAshley CogginsJody CrawfordMiles Waterbury
Toll Free: (844) 693-2116
Nicole Lopez
Kent J. Blumenthal, Ph.D., [email protected]
[email protected]@[email protected]@gvrec.org
[email protected]@gvrec.org
[email protected]@[email protected]
[email protected]@gvrec.org
[email protected]@gvrec.org
(520) 625-3440
[email protected](cell) (520) 343-2440
(520) 838-0151
(520) 625-0288
Las Campanas Center 565 Belltower Drive (Closed for lunch from 11:30am - 12:30pm)
Santa Rita Springs Center 921 W. Via Rio Fuerte Seasonal: January - March, 8am - 1pm
CONTACT GVR Website: www.gvrec.org
GVR OFFICE HOURS Open 8am to 4pm Mon. - Fri.
ABOUT GVRNOW!
Canoa Hills Center 3660 S. Camino del Sol (Closed for lunch from 11:30am - 12:30pm)
East Center 7 S. Abrego Drive (Closed for lunch from 12:30pm - 1:30pm)
West Center Box Office 1111 GVR Drive Also open weekends and holidays 10am - 2pm
(520) 625-6200
(520) 625-4641
(520) 625-0288
(520) 648-7669
(520) 393-0360
EXT. 7205EXT. 7204EXT. 7214EXT. 7213EXT. 7243
EXT. 7223
(520) 838-0150(520) 495-5807(520) 838-0165(520) 838-0177(520) 838-0146(520) 838-0168
(520) 838-0148
(520) 495-5843Sr. Arts & Entertainment Supervisor Shelly Freeman [email protected](520) 838-0156
(520) 838-0147(520) 838-0142(520) 838-0164
(520) 838-0172Membership Accounting Specialist Tina Edwards [email protected](520) 838-0157
Education Program Supervisor Emily Bagley [email protected](520) 838-0162
GVR Administrative Offices 1070 S. Calle de Las Casitas
(520) 625-3440
GVRNOW! is owned by Green Valley Recreation, Inc. For your convenience it is available at all GVR facilities, Continental Shopping Plaza, Green Valley Library, Posada Java, Best Western and Canoa Ranch Resort. For advertising information or questions about deadlines, please call Green Valley Recreation at(520) 625-3440 Ext. 7214. Green Valley Recreation does not endorse any of the products or services advertised in this newsletter.
If you would like to contact any member of the GVR staff, please call (520) 625-3440 and enter the appropriate extension number. You may also contact staff at the email address listed below. Any written correspondence should be mailed to P.O. Box 586, Green Valley, AZ 85622. Web Website address: www.gvrec.org. General emails may be sent to [email protected]. Emails to the Board Board of Directors may be sent to [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Around GVR Holiday Schedule/Registration Info ..... 3 Complimentary ID Cards ................... 4 GVR Member Orientation .................. 5 Get to Know Your GVR Staff .............. 6 Fit ‘n’ Fun Day Open House ............... 7 “New to...” (Cont’d from pg 1) ............. 8 “Friends of...” (Cont’d from pg 1) ..........9 “Understanding Changes...” .................10 All 63 GVR Clubs .................................11 “Graduating from Hospice...” ................12 Word Search Puzzle ............................13Classes & Tours .......................... 15-16 “Is Your Pet...” ................................17 “Help Us Give You...” .......................18 SOS Program/”Dental Health...” ........19 GVR Lecture Series .........................20 13th Annual Volunteer Showcase ......21 “A Report From Your...” ....................22 “Did You Know?” History ..................23 Crossword Puzzle ............................24 CPR/AED Training Schedule ..............25Calendar ...................................... 26-27 Gov. Calendar/GVR Approved Caterers ...28 2020 Board of Directors Candidates ...29 Board Candidate App. Q&A .......... 30-35 SOS & Volunteer Mtg. / Sudoku ........36 SCVR Hospital: “20 Tips...” ...............37 “Who’s Behind the Scenes...” ............38 Fitness Orientation Schedule ............39 “Should I Get My Ducts...”........... 40-41 Water Aerobics Schedule ..................42 Puzzle Solutions..............................43Arts & Entertainment ................... 44-47Club Connection .......................... 48-51
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If you’d like to send us a story up to 500 words for consideration to be published in an upcoming issue of GVRNOW!, please submit it via email to: [email protected]. Please feel free to include a photo or two. Your con-tent may be edited for publication.
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JANUARY 18-20
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IN ADDITION TO OUR REGULAR ENTERTAINMENT!
Green Valley Recreation is Dedicated to Serving You!
Enjoy coffee and cookies while registering for your Tenant ID cards at the West Center in Room 2 on January 2 and 3 from 8am to 4pm. Wait times will be shorter as additional Customer Service Represent- atives will be on hand to help hasten registration. Tenant Card registration requires a completed Tenant Request Form signed by owners or their agents (leases are not accepted.) Members who have already sent in Tenant Request Forms with payment may get their GVR ID cards at a “will call” station to expedite service. Please have your class registration forms completed to help us serve you more efficiently. West Center is located at 1111 GVR Drive. The West Center Box Office will also be open on Jan. 1 from 10am-2pm. GVR appreciates your patience and understanding during the busy registration season.
Upcoming Holiday ScheduleGVR Customer Service Offices will be closed Wed. Jan. 1 and Mon. Jan. 20 in observance of New Year’s Day and Martin Luther King Day.
The West Center Box Office, located at 1111 GVR Drive, will be open for your convenience from 10am to 2pm.
In order to serve our members and allow employees time with their families, GVR will operate on a modi-fied schedule December 31 and January 1 for the New Year’s Holiday. Tues., Dec. 31 - All GVR centers, including pools/spas and fitness facilities, will close at 6pm. Wed., Jan. 1 - (New Year’s Day) All GVR fitness facil-ities, pools/spas, dedicated space, and multi-purpose rooms will be closed all day except the following which will be open from 5:30am -6pm: Canoa Ranch Santa Rita Springs Las Campanas West Center Groups and individuals with New Year’s holiday reser-vations will not be affected by the modified schedule.
We appreciate your patience during this season, and GVR wishes you and your family a Happy Holiday!
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Complimentary ID Cards for‘Single-Member GVR Households’
Beginning January 1, 2020, single-member GVR households are eligible to receive either a Compli-mentary Guest ID (may be used for one (1) guest at a time) or a Complimentary Card Holder ID at no additional charge. Single members are eligible to receive one card, regardless of the number of GVR properties owned.
GVR Members are eligible to purchase guest passes for their primary residence only.
• An annual guest pass allows unlimited guests, with unlimited visits at $65 per calendar year.
• A daily guest pass allows unlimited guests, with un-limited visits for specified day(s) at $10 per day.
‘Single-Member GVR Households’ is defined as a GVR deed-restricted residential property having just one (1) person listed on the property title.
Complimentary Guest ID
• Allows one (1) guest per visit, with unlimited visits each calendar year (Jan. – Dec.). Guests must reside more than 20 miles from Green Valley.
• Single-Member GVR Households that receive a Complimentary Card Holder ID are ineligible to receive a Complimentary Guest ID.
• Each year the Single-Member GVR Household prop-erty owner (individual listed on property title) must provide a government-issued photo ID and GVR Membership ID to obtain a Complimentary Guest ID.
• Complimentary Guest IDs may be obtained at any of the following staffed Customer Service Offices:
- Canoa Hills - East Center - Las Campanas - West Center - Santa Rita Springs (Nov. - March)
Complimentary Card Holder ID
• Complimentary Card Holder IDs are used exclusively for an individual who resides within a Single-Member GVR Household but is not listed on the property title (proof of residency is required).
• Single-Member GVR Households that receive a Complimentary Guest ID are ineligible to receive a Complimentary Card Holder ID.
• Each year, a Single-Member GVR Household prop-erty owner (individual listed on property title) must complete, sign and submit a Complimentary Card Holder ID Form. However, the property owner need not be present when the Complimentary Card Holder ID is issued to the cardholder.
• Individual in whose name the Complimentary Card Holder ID is issued must provide ‘Proof of Residency’ with the Single-Member GVR Household property address on it.
• Complimentary Card Holder IDs will include a photo of the cardholder.
• Complimentary Card Holder IDs can be obtained Monday – Friday between 8am and 3:30pm at the GVR Administrative Office only (1070 S Calle de las Casitas, Green Valley).
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GVR OrientationYou don’t have to be new to GVR to attend an Orientation! There is something for everyone at Green Valley Recreation! To find out how to navigate the programming, amenities, communications and op-portunities at GVR and enhance your GVR experience, join us at the free orientation scheduled Wednesday, January 8 at 9am, in the East Center Auditorium. Light Refreshments available. Registration is available at East, West, Las Campanas and Canoa Hills Centers or by calling 520.625.3440. Registration is not available at the GVR Administrative Offices.
Did you know that Green Valley Recreation, Inc. sends eBlasts every week? On Friday, GVR sends its weekly “GVR Updates” eBlast with news, upcoming events, facility updates, and much more! On Sunday, GVR publishes a “Clubs & Community” eBlast, which details new and exciting events involving GVR Clubs! If you aren’t signed up, go to gvrec.org and click the link that says “Get our weekly eBlasts!”, then fill in your name and email address. Or, email Miles Waterbury at [email protected] and he will sign you up.
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Get to Know Your GVR Staff
Nicole LopezMembership Accounting Specialist
Nicole became part of the GVR Staff Team just this past Fall, in October 2019 and she says she loves meeting all of the members who come in to see her, as well as having friendly co-workers. She and her husband Rodrigo, have been married for 13 years and moved to Corona de Tucson from California in 2006. Nicole is a mother of 3 - Alexandra, McKinnley, and Aubrey Joy; and grandmother of 2 - Anahi and Kaiden. She also loves animals, as she and her family have 3 dogs - Girl, Foster, and Pawco; and 1 cat - Steadman; all rescues. In her free time, Nicole spends her time with family and enjoys hobbies such as painting, decorat-ing, cooking, sewing and crocheting.
Kathy EdwardsProgram Coordinator / GVR Club Liaison
Kathy joined the GVR Staff Team in November 2017 and her role has morphed into a unique combination over time. She is the GVR Club Liaison; she also co-ordinates lectures, hotline, and governance projects. She says she especially enjoys the spirit of team-work at GVR and fun with coworkers each day, as well as hearing from members how much enjoyment GVR activities and friendships bring to their lives. Kathy and Bill, her husband of 35 years, have been locals since 2006 and moved here from Minnesota. Outside of work, Kathy enjoys spending time with Bill and their dog Riley (and all his friends!), working out, baking, photography and learning to paint.
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Many Green Valley Recreation, Inc. programs and services are supported through adver-tising by local businesses. Please support our business friends who advertise with GVR!
Green Valley Recreation will host the 7th Annual Fit’n’Fun Day Open House at the Las Campanas Center, located at 565 W. Belltower Drive.
Free and open to the public, the event is designed to show-case activities offered to GVR’s 23,000 members as well as those that are open to the public, such as monthly Safety Orientation Seminars (SOS), the annual Southern Arizona Senior Games, GVR leisure classes, SpotRx free lecture series, art exhibits, and live performances.
The afternoon will feature live performances and demonstrations, food, and prize drawings. There will also be informational booths about GVR clubs, classes, trip and tours, social groups, drop-in activities, recrea- tional sports, fitness centers, performing arts, special events and more.
Green Valley Recreation will also launch its new “SOS Envelope of Life Program,” in cooperation with the
Green Valley Fire District. GVR SOS volunteers and crews from the Green Valley Fire District (unless they are called out for an emergency) will distribute and
explain the importance of “En-velopes of Life” at the event. The “Envelope” allows individuals to provide emergency contact and vital medical information on a form they place in the provid-ed envelope and attach it on their refrigerators. First responders are trained to look for them to obtain information which will help them assist you as needed.
For information about the event, or to learn how to become and exhibitor, call Maureen McCarthy at (520) 838-0160 or you may email her at: [email protected].
Sunday, January 26, 2020 - 12pm - 3pmPublic invited to attend event highlighting programs and activities at GVR.
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New to Retirement? 7 Ways to Spend Your Time(Cont’d from pg 1) So what do successful retirees do now that they are away from a career that often defined them? Successful retirees tend to spend their free time in these seven ways:
1. Exercise. Physical exercise is important for both physical and mental health. Taking time at a fitness center, volleyball court, water aerobics class or other activity available at Green Valley Recreation can get your blood pumping, get your endorphins flowing, and revitalize your spirit. You will build muscle, burn calories, and oxygenate your brain--giving you a release from every day stress. Exercising regularly helps you maintain discipline; and you’ll look and feel better than sitting on the couch.
2. Read. Reading is a lifelong skill, and successful people never stop reading books, newspapers, and articles on the internet. Whether it’s fiction or non- fiction, books help give you a greater understanding of the world around you. They introduce you to new characters, environments, cultures, philosophies, ideas, and might even help you build new skills. GVR offers free “lending libraries” and internet access via computers at Member Concierge Kiosks at all of the major centers.
3. Take classes and attend lectures/seminars. Education should not stop when your working days are over. The most successful people in the world are the ones who make a commitment to never stop learning. GVR offers over 1,000 classes year round on everything from cooking and dancing, to learning a foreign language, for a nominal fee. It also offers a free lecture series and monthly Safety Orientation Seminars, which are accessible via the GVR website for viewing whenever and wherever you choose!
4. Volunteer. Volunteering, no matter where or how you do it, it’s beneficial for you and your community. Whether you’re helping out at GVR concerts, pools, fitness centers, movies, special events or clubs, there something for everyone! Volunteering is good for you physically, mentally and socially, and has been proven to contribute to happier and longer lives! 5. Network. GVR offers a wide variety of social op-portunities and gatherings. Step outside your comfort
zones in an effort to meet new people - Participate in Southern Arizona Senior Games. Attend your HOA’s potlucks and social events. Join a GVR Club... or even a few! It’s not only fun – it’s good for you!
6. Hobbies. Finding and pur-suing a hobby helps you relieve stress and build skills that keep you physically and emotionally
alert. GVR offers a number of hobby shops including art, camera, ceramics, computer, lapidary and sil-versmithing, metal working, woodworking and many more. It’s a breath of fresh air that keeps you grounded, and socially connected.
7. Spend time with friends and family. If you want to be successful in retirement, you have to prioritize your time with friends and family. They will be there for you in good times and bad! There’s nearly endless ways to make friends at GVR! Improve your abilities, your mindset, and expand your network in retirement by incorporating a few of these things into your routines. To learn more about what opportunities are available through GVR, go to any GVR major center; visit www.gvrec.org; or flip through the pages of our monthly GVRNOW! News- letter - the opportunities abound!
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The Friends of Madera CanyonBy Jim Woodward, President, Friends of Madera Canyon
(Cont’d from page 1) Visitor Information Station was built by the Forest Service and operated by the Friends. It is still in operation on the weekends to as-sist visitors with information and liter-ature about the outdoor opportunities available in the Canyon. Our cooper-ative efforts with the Forest Service have resulted in thousands of volun-teer hours and improvement projects including trail development, signage, ramadas and preservation work at the Kent Springs cabin and the establish-ment of Bud Gode Nature Trail.
On an ongoing basis the Friends provide Monday morning cleanup of the Canyon picnic areas, and printing and distribution of hiking maps and other
literature. Larry Pratt, Developed Recreation Project Manager for the Coronado National Forest, said: “With-out the enthusiastic partnership of the Friends, the
high quality of recreation and educa-tional opportunities offered at Madera Canyon would not be possible”. The hiking is amazing and the bird watch-ing is some of the best in the country.
Additionally, we provide nature expe-riences for local 4th grade students through our Docent program and sup-port an annual Scholarship award to a local and worthy high school student.
Please consider becoming a Friend of Madera Canyon. Go to www.FriendsofMaderaCanyon.org or contact us via email at: [email protected].
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Understanding Changes in Insurance
By Robert Squire, Pharm.D.
With the new year rapidly approaching, changes come along with it. For most people, major changes come in the form of new or updated insurance plans. Everyone has experienced it; you receive a large packet in the mail outlining everything different about your insur-ance plan. The real question is, “Where do I start in digesting all of this information?” Here are a couple of changes to pay attention to when it comes to your medication.
Changes in prescription coverage:
Preferred PharmacyWithin your packet of information, you may notice the pharmacy you used all year is no longer listed as preferred for your insurance plan. This change means you may end up paying a higher copay if you continue to use your current pharmacy. It’s important to confirm your preferred pharmacy with your insurance plan at the beginning of the year. Confirming your preferred pharmacy can help you to avoid unexpected copay increases.
Out-of-Pocket MedicationSometimes coverage on medications may change, even if your preferred pharmacy remains the same. One of your medications, previously covered by insurance, may no longer be covered resulting in a payment of the full cash price. Be sure to confirm your medication coverage with your insurance provider.
We look forward to answering more of your questions next month!
Don’t forget, if you have a specific question or topic that interests you, please let us know by emailing us at: [email protected].
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All 63 GVR Clubs - In Alphabetical Order!Make One of Your New Year’s Resolutions to Join a GVR Club
Abrego South Thursday Ladies GVR Bridge Club Billiards Club of GVR Ceramics Club of GVR * Desert Scraprats GVR Quilting Club Green Bay Packers Club of GVR GVR Amigas Club GVR AmigOs Men’s Club GVR Aquabelles GVR Argentine Tango Club GVR Artisans’ Shop * GVR Arts & Crafts Association GVR Bocce Club GVR Camera Club * GVR Canadian Club GVR Canasta Club GVR Card Crafters Club GVR Chess Club GVR Clay Studio * GVR Colorado Club GVR Computer Club * GVR Cribbage Club GVR Dance Club GVR Decorative Arts Painting Club GVR Desert Hills Ladies Bridge Club GVR Desert Hills Midweek Progressive Bridge GVR Duplicate Bridge Club GVR East Center Duplicate Bridge Club GVR East Center Monday Ladies Bridge Club GVR Euchre Card Club GVR Forum Club GVR Friday Social Bridge Club GVR Glass Artists Club *
GVR Hearts Club GVR Hiking Club GVR Hunting & Fishing Club GVR Lapidary Club * GVR LGBT & Friends Club GVR Line Dance Club GVR Men’s Poker Club GVR Metal Working Crafts Club * GVR Michigan Club GVR Minnesota Club GVR Monday Informal Duplicate Bridge GVR National Mah Jongg Club GVR Needle Arts Club GVR New England Club GVR Pickleball Club GVR Pinochle Club GVR Racquetball Club GVR Sheepshead Card Club GVR Shuffleboard Club GVR Singles Club GVR Square & Round Dance Club GVR Swim Club GVR Table Tennis Club GVR Tennis Club GVR Travel Club GVR Valley Players GVR Volleyball Club Pacific Northwest Club of Green Valley Santa Rita Art League of GVR * Woodworkers of GVR * Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg Club of GVR
* Dedicated space clubsFor details, visit Recreation on the GVR website www.gvrec.org
Download the GVR App or use a CONSIERGE KIOSK in one of the GVR lobbies atCanoa Hills, Canoa Ranch, Desert Hills, East Center, Las Campanas, West Center
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Graduating From Hospice: Is That Possible?By Dennis Ondrejka, PhD, RN, Bereavement & Care Counselor at Valor HospiceCare
There are many views regarding what happens when you, as a patient, are invited to join a hospice program to receive comfort care. Some think this is the ab-solute sign of death or even being given medicine to rush a death. Most people come to a hospice program because their health care provider is suggesting hospice after exhau- sting all current treatments avail-able to treat their disease. When this happens, all of those diverse thoughts go racing through your head and some may not be true.
In general terms, people who go to hospice no longer want medical interventions that are not support-ing a quality or significant exten-sion of life. They just want to get out of that revolving door that no longer has value. Focused compassion sounds really nice at this point. The increased care is very comprehensive coming from a physician, nurse, social worker, and spiritual support person every week as needed. Medications are aimed at pain control and reduced confusion and anxiety. Even the family gets personal attention with having a place to talk about their fears and concerns.
However, the title of this article is: Graduating from Hospice, which means the patient may have changes that show a recovery toward a healthier state. Some-times it is just the unique aspects of that patient and the disease that was taking their life—but now is not pro-gressing. In some cases, we suspect it comes from the reduced tension of cure, increased personal support,
and a spiritual well-being that takes on a new life. The patient has some level of remission that does not look like they are dying, but having some recovery. It may not be a full remission, but the progression towards death is no longer imminent.
So, yes, we do graduate some patients from hospice. Most come and stay with us until it is their time to physically go. It is not about making something happen, but rather it is about being with that patient until they leave us in death or as a graduate of hospice. The latter makes for reflective evening chats around the fireplace with a glass of wine. Either way, hospice
staff honor and bless the patient and their family for allowing them to be a part of their journey.
Valor HospiceCare has locations in Green Valley, Tucson, and Sierra Vista. To learn more about Valor HospiceCare, please call 1-877-615-3995 or email [email protected].
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Just AddedThis is the class for you if you have completed Begin-ning Swimming OR you are comfortable in the water, can swim length of the pool on your stomach and on your back. The focus will be on learning different swimming strokes, safety skills, and developing your swimming ability to be able to fitness swim comfort-ably in any pool. Class size is small so we can spend a lot of time and attention on each of the skills required in becoming successful. Classes taught by Joannie Eastridge, USMS Certified Swimming Coach and Learn to Swim instructor with career in teaching swimming. Goggles, fins, and kick board are required.
Fee: Member $80/Non Member $90CR#45665 1/14-30 Tu,Th 10-11AM WC-POOL CR#45666 2/11-27 Tu,Th 10-11AM WC-POOL CR#45667 3/10-26 Tu,Th 10-11AM WC-POOL
Watercolor FunNEW Just Added
Come join us for a fun time with watercolor. Whether experienced or not, you will learn new techniques along with the basic, enjoy a stress-free environment with fun people, and learn how to develop and refine your own painting style. The class will also introduce you to several non-traditional techniques and materials that are compatible with watercolor. Basic supplies are a requirement and supplied at registration. For artist information and a sample of my work visit my website at www.womacksart.wixsite.com/mysite. Instructor: Kay Womacks. Fee: Member $110/Non-Member $120CR#45668 1/4-25 Sa 10AM-12:30PM EC-ARTCR#45669 2/1-22 Sa 10AM-12:30PM EC-ARTCR#45670 3/7-28 Sa 10AM-12:30PM EC-ARTCR#45671 4/4-25 Sa 10AM-12:30PM EC-ART
Gourd Art Fundamentals Not Appearing in Catalog
Learn to clean and decorate gourds with paint, dye and decorative materials such as leather, feathers and botanicals. SUPPLY LIST and cleaning instructions given at registration. Gourd must be cleaned PRIOR TO FIRST CLASS. Instructor: Diane West
Fee: Member $60/Non-Member $70CR#43492 3/4-25 W 1-4PM CV-REC
Winter Course Catalog
The Winter Course Catalog is available in centers and can be viewed online from our home-page at: www.gvrec.org
Registration has begun!
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Upcoming ToursSandhill Cranes & Amerind
This tour is a great way to see the birds that make their way to the marshlands at Whitewater Draw Wildlife area. We begin the journey to the Whitewater Draw which is a favorite feeding and loafing area for waterfowl. Be on the lookout for the Sandhill Cranes that make their way to the Sulphur Springs Valley each winter. We will enjoy a box lunch at this location. Then we travel to the Amerind Foundation Museum which houses one of the finest private collections of Native American art and artifacts in the country. Bring your binoculars and don’t forget your walking shoes. Fee includes trans-portation, services of a tour director, box lunch, ad-mission to Amerind, bus refreshments, and driver tip. Bus departs from FAR end of the Desert Hills UPPER parking lot. Deadline to purchase tickets or refunds by 1/7/20. Fee: Member $130; Guest $135; GP $140 CR#45604 1/15 W 8AM-4:30PM DH-PARK
The Duttons in TucsonJoin us at Berger Performing Arts Center in Tucson to see The Duttons, a family based in Branson that has received attention as international touring and recording artists. They play everything from bluegrass to classical and their show features a huge variety of instruments. In addition to their instrumental virtuosity, the Duttons are accomplished singers and dancers and have been recognized as superb vocal talents. Our lunch before the show will be on the patio at Café à la C’Art. Join us for this very musical outing. Fee in-cludes transportation, admissions, bus refreshments, and driver tip. Bus departs from the FAR end of the Desert Hills UPPER parking lot. Deadline to purchase tickets 1/13/20. No refunds after 1/13/120.
Fee: Member $142; Guest $147; GP $152 CR#45611 1/31 F 11:30AM-6PM DH-PARK
Rocky Point, MexicoTravel to Rocky Point, Mexico with bi-lingual guide Bob on a luxury Gray Line motorcoach that will pick you up at GVR at 8am on the first day. Head for Hotel Peñasco del Sol Beach Resort where they offer expedited border crossing and speedy bus check-in service upon arrival at the hotel. On day 2, simply enjoy the beach and local shops or take advantage of optional activities avail-able. On day 3, the bus will go to the Old Port for an afternoon of dining and curio shopping (on your own), sightseeing; and if interested, buying fish to take home, so bring your coolers! Dust off your passports and enjoy four days with us in Rocky Point. Fee includes roundtrip transportation, lodging at the Peñasco del Sol Beach Resort, ground transportation to Old Port in Rocky Point. Meals, activities, and gratuities are not included. This trip is presented by Gray Line/Wake-Up Tucson. Bus departs from Desert Hills UPPER parking lot at 7:30am and returns 3:30-5:00pm. Fee: Member Dbl. Occ. $405; Guest Dbl. Occ. $410CR#45597 2/5 - 2/8 W - S 8AM-5PM DH-PARK CR#45598 3/2 - 3/5 M - Th 8AM-5PM DH-PARK
Shades of IrelandIntroducing a tour offered by Collette. From vibrant and history-filled Dublin, across rolling green hills to the dramatic coast, experience all of Ireland’s charm on this magical tour of the Emerald Isle. This Special Travel Presentation, hosted by Nichole Alberg of Collette, will include all of the details for this tour. Shades of Ireland will depart October 7 and return October 16, 2020. A $500 deposit is due upon reservation, with final payment due August 8, 2020. Please join us for this presentation and get registered! Shades of Ireland brochures are also available at major GVR centers.CR# 45617 2/4 Tu 9-10AM EC-AUD
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Is Your Pet Drinking Too Much Water?By Hannah Bigelow, DVM
We all need water to survive, but what happens when we start drinking too much water? Excess water in-take, or polydipsia, can be the result of or a cause for polyuria - excessive urine output. I often have patients (canine & feline) that present for increased water in-take and/or excessive urination. Polyuria/polydipsia (PU/PD) can be a clinical sign in many disease processes. PU/PD can be caused by something as simple as a urinary tract infection or urinary crystals. However, there are more serious conditions that result in the same clinical signs, such as endocrine disorders, renal disease, and even cancer.
Animals with PU most commonly present to their vet-erinarian for having accidents in the house or needing to be let out more often than usual. Sometimes owners don’t even realize their pet is drinking more water than usual until urinary issues are discussed. Measuring
daily water intake will establish whether an animal is polydipsic. Normal water intake is ~90-100 ml/kg/day for dogs and ~45-60 ml/kg/day for cats. If you have more than one pet drinking out of the same dish, con-sider separating the pet in question from the others for 1-2 days in order to better assess water intake.
Once you know your pet is urinating excessively and drinking too much water - what’s next? Doing a com-prehensive blood work panel and urinalysis will help diagnose the cause. Sometimes radiographs and/or ultrasound may be warranted.
By performing these tests, we can determine the root of the problem much more quickly and accurately than a trial and error approach. If your pet is exhibiting signs of PU/PD, talk to your vet today - together, we can improve the life of every pet, every time!
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SOS ProgramDental Health Stats for Seniors
January’s Safety Orientation Seminar
“Oral & Dental Healthcare for Seniors”Wed., January 22 at 10am, East Center
Oral and dental healthcare challenges and possible affordable options for senior citizens is the topic for the next SOS Seminar. A representative from the Arizona Dental Association will discuss local oppor- tunities and a representative from Coyote Dental will be there to discuss dental services available in Mexico.
The seminar is free and open to the public. Sponsored by SpotRx Pharmacy, it will be recorded and posted on the internet for those unable to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Please register in advance at any GVR center with a Customer Service Representative (East Center, West Center, Las Campanas or Canoa Hills) or by calling (520) 625-3440. Reference CR#45543.
According to Pima Council on Aging (our local branch of the National Council on Aging):
• By 2020, one in four Arizonans will be 60 or older.
• According to the most recent Pima Council on Aging Community Survey, affordable dental care is among the top ten concerns for older people in Pima County.
• According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 5 older Americans suffers from untreated dental decay. In Arizona, 12.5% of adults 65 years or older have total teeth loss and 33% have lost six or more teeth.
• Among Americans older than 65 years, 70% have periodontal disease, and 1 in 4 are toothless.
• Only 40% of people older than 65 see a dentist annually despite increased risk of oral disease, gum disease, and cavities.
• Once retired, individuals lose dental insurance that had been provided by their employer.
• Dental care is not covered by Medicare, so many seniors do not go to a dentist because they have to pay out-of-pocket (almost 70% of older people lack dental coverage.)
• Forgoing dental care can have serious long-term consequences. Poor oral health affects an individual’s ability to speak, eat healthy foods and feel confident in how they look.
• Taking good care of teeth can decrease the risk of serious problems such as heart attack, stroke and poorly controlled diabetes.
• Putting off oral and dental healthcare care will likely cost money — and pain — down the road. Chances are, the person is going to end up in the ER in absolute pain or dealing with an infection.
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~ GVR Lecture Series ~GVR Lecture SeriesThe Green Valley Recreation (GVR) Lecture Series is free and open to the public. No registration required. Please look for informational flyers on bulletin boards at GVR centers and the weekly GVR eBlast!
Presentation By Date Time Center Topic
Green Valley Gardeners ....................1/2 ......... 9:30am ....... Desert Hills ............New Member Round Table
Parkinson’s Support Group of GV .......1/3 ......... 1:00pm ....... East Center ....Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s
Pima Pain Center .............................1/7 ......... 12:00pm ..... East Center ........ Pain Management in Seniors
U.S. Border Patrol ............................1/8 ......... 1:00pm ....... East Center ....................... Border Patrol 101
Green Valley Gardeners ....................1/9 ......... 9:30am ....... Desert Hills ........................... Hummingbirds
Carondelet Medical Group .................1/10 ........ 10:00am ..... West Center ... Living an Active Life w/Knee Pain
Santa Cruz Valley Regional Hospital .....1/13 ........ 9:00am ....... Santa Rita Springs .....Your Hospital Physicians
Sarver Heart ...................................1/16 ........ 10:00am ..... Canoa Hills ..........Understanding Heart Failure
Elite Dry Eye Spa.............................1/22 ........ 9:00am ....... West Center ........................ Stop the Drops!
Green Valley Gardeners ....................1/23 ........ 9:30am ....... Desert Hills ....................................... Citrus
Whipple Observatory ........................1/25 ........ 9:00am ....... West Center .........................................TBD
Carondelet Medical Group .................1/27 ........ 10:00am ..... West Center .......Breast Cancer Myths & Facts
Green Valley Gardeners ....................1/30 ........ 9:30am ....... Desert Hills ...........Discovering Nature’s Clues
Utah State University .......................1/30 ........ 4:30pm ....... Las Campanas ....... Summer Citizens Program
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A Report From Your GVR Board PresidentBy Charlie Sieck, President, GVR Board of Directors
On November 20th, 2019, the GVR Board of Directors passed a budget for the year 2020. Some of the key features of the 2020 budget are;• Dues are the same as last year, • Provisions for employee merit increases,• Maintenance of our existing facilities,• Increases funding for initiatives.Some of the initiatives included in the budget are;5-year strategic plan - The 5-year plan includes more than GVR construction plans for the next 5-years.This plan will include an evaluation of the wants and needs of our membership, identification of opportunities for facility improvements, and where funding for these changes will come from.
Expansion of the Clay Studio - The Clay Club is one of many popular clubs and has over 400 members. The Clay Club is space-constrained which limits intro- ductory classes needed for new members to join the
Club. The budget includes funding to expand the clay studio by using an adjacent conference room. This expansion will no doubt create additional chal-lenges in scheduling conference rooms which are already in short supply. The Planning & Evaluation Committee is studying options to address the short-age of rooms across all of GVR rec centers.
Repurposing of the Desert Hills shuffleboard space - The 2020 budget includes funds to repur-pose the Desert Hills underutilized shuffleboard space adjacent to the swimming pool. One use of this space could be for expansion of the fitness room.
All initiatives will require additional Board approval before the funds can be spent. The important point is that the funds have been included in the 2020 budget.If everything goes as planned, we will still have a surplus of $257,787 at the end of 2020.
This Month in HistorySource: History.com
First Presidential ElectionJanuary 7, 1789
America’s first presidential election - Voters cast
ballots to choose state electors; only white men who
owned property were allowed to vote. As expected,
George Washington won the election and was sworn
into office on April 30, 1789.
As it did in 1789, the United States still uses the
Electoral College system, established by the U.S. Con-
stitution, which today gives all American citizens over
the age of 18 the right to vote for electors, who in turn
vote for the president. The president and vice presi-
dent are the only elected federal officials chosen by
the Electoral College instead of by direct popular vote.
First Superbowl - Packers vs. ChiefsJanuary 15, 1967
Green Bay Packers of the National Football League
(NFL) versus the American Football League (AFL)’s
Kansas City Chiefs - 60 million people tuned in to watch
the action unfold on television and with the Packers
heavily favored to win the game, the Chiefs managed
to keep it close for the first half. By halftime Green
Bay was ahead just 14-10. The Packers, however,
proceeded to break the game wide open with touch-
down after touchdown in the second half, smashing
the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10, in the first-ever AFL-NFL
World Championship, later known as Super Bowl I, at
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Save Lives with ChestCompressions Only CPR
and AED Training
Green Valley Recreation (GVR) has Automated Ex-ternal Defibrillators (AEDs) installed at all recreation centers, and offers free training on how how to use the AED and perform chest compression only CPR.
Classes include the following and more:• when to call 911 and what to tell 911 dispatchers• when to perform CPR (and when not to) • how to perform compression only CPR• when rescue breaths are advisable• the difference between cardiac arrest and heart attack• how AEDs work and why it is important to combine
CPR with AED use• how to use an AED• where AEDs are located at GVR Centers
Classes are at Desert Hills Auditorium, unless noted otherwise:• Saturday, January 11 at 10am (CR# 45565)• Monday, January 27 at 6pm (CR# 45562)• Wednesday, January 29 at 2pm (CR# 45567)
If you’d like to register, please visit a GVR Center with a Customer Service Representative.
Learning how to perform CPR and to use an AED can make you a lifesaver!
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Abbey, WC, 2pm & 7pm
GVR Offices*CLOSED*
Martin Luther King Day
GVR Offices*CLOSED*
Happy New Year!
GVR Member Orientation• EC, 9am
GVR Lecture• U.S. Border Patrol,
EC, 1pm
GVR Lecture• Elite Dry
Eye Spa, WC, 9am
SOS Seminar• EC, 10am
GVR Lecture• Santa
Cruz Valley Regional Hospital, SRS, 9am
GVR Lecture• Carondelet
Medical Group, WC, 10am
CPR/AED Training• DH, 6pm
GVR Week!• 1/26-
2/1/20
Fit ‘n’ Fun Day Open House• LC, 12pm
GVR Live!• Jarabe
Mexicano & Ballet Folklorico, WC, 7pm
Volunteer Showcase• WC, 10am
GVR Live!• Joanne
O’Brien, WC, 7pm
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- Abrego North- Abrego South- Canoa Hills- Casa Paloma 1- Casa Paloma 2- Canoa Ranch- Continental Vistas- Desert Hills- East Center- Las Campanas- Madera Vistas- Santa Rita Springs- West Center
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GVR Lecture• Green Valley
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CPR/AED Training• DH, 10am
GVR Lecture• Green
Valley Gardeners, DH, 9:30am
GVR Live!• Bettman & Halpin,
WC, 7pm
GVR Lecture• Green
Valley Gardeners, DH, 9:30am
• Utah State University, LC, 4:30pm
GVR Lecture• Whipple
Observa- tory, WC, 9am
SOS & GVRVolunteer Meeting• LC, 11am
GVR Dance• Dance w/Wendy
and the Boys, CH, 7pm
GVR Lecture• Sarver
Heart, CH, 10am
GVR Live!• TSO
Master- works Tubalicious, WC, 7:30pm
GVR Lecture• Parkinson’s
Support Group of GV, EC, 1pm
GVR Lecture• Carondelet
Medical Group, WC, 10am
GVR Pop-Up Concert• Back to the Sixties,
LC, 6pm
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*NOTE - This schedule is current as of 12/10/19. For the most up-to-date schedule, visit gvrec.org.
Meeting Day Date Time Center RoomNominations & Elections Committee ....Tues ...... 1/7/20 ........10:00am ........West Center ................ Room 2Planning & Evaluation Committee .......Thurs ..... 1/9/20 ........10:00am ........East Center ..................LoungeInvestments Committee ....................Mon ....... 1/13/20 .......1:30pm .........East Center ..................LoungeBoard Affairs Committee ....................Tues ...... 1/14/20 .......1:00pm .........Las Campanas ............... AgaveFiscal Affairs Committee ....................Tues ...... 1/21/20 .......1:30pm .........East Center ..................LoungeBoard of Directors ............................Wed ...... 1/29/20 .......2:00pm .........West Center ........... Auditorium
GVR Approved CaterersCaterer Contact Person Location Phone19th Hole Bar & Grille ..................Greg Hansen ......................... Green Valley ................. (520) 399-4653Arizona Family Restaurant ............Don Herk/Kathy Wagner .......... Green Valley ................. (520) 625-3680BK’s Outlaw BBQ .........................Vicki Wandfluh ....................... Arivaca ......................... (520) 301-4246Coyote Grill ................................Scott Stober .......................... Green Valley ................. (520) 207-8002Feast Catering .............................Elizabeth Harrington ............... Tucson ......................... (520) 326-6500Lamadrid Catering .......................Martha Lamadrid .................... Tucson ......................... (520) 406-4003Lovestruck ..................................Jenn Seymour........................ Sahuarita ...................... (520) 400-5815National Pizza Parties ...................Angelique Lineburger .............. Tucson ......................... (520) 888-9359Optimist Club of GV/Sahuarita .......Sue Woodward ....................... Green Valley ................. (520) 625-8289 Sapphire Services/Catering ...........Kim Kammann Lamb .............. Tucson ......................... (520) 622-8343Sweet Peas Catering ....................Rebekah Robinson .................. Arivaca ......................... (520) 730-7421The Greens .................................Elizabeth Villigran ................... Green Valley ................. (520) 648-5531
*Caterers are charged a $50 per event fee for the use of GVR facilities.
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2020 Board of Directors Candidates
Candidate Name GVR Member Since HOA Resides in Green Valley
Kathi Bachelor .......................May, 2015 ....................... Country Club Vistas III ..............12 months / year
Lenore Bell ...........................February, 2002 ................ Las Campanas Ventura ..............12 months / year
Nina Campfield ......................March, 2016 .................... Canyon View ............................12 months / year
Donna Coon ..........................April, 2006 ...................... Townhouse VI ...........................12 months / year
Rich Derr ..............................August, 2001 ................... Canoa Seca Estates ...................12 months / year
Randall Howard .....................March, 2018 .................... Canoa Northwest ......................12 months / year
Mark Kelley ...........................October, 2017 .................. Las Campanas Solterra ..............12 months / year
Beverly Lawless .....................March, 2017 .................... San Ignacio Vistas II .................. 6 months / year
Barbara Mauser .....................June, 2006 ...................... Canoa Terrace ..........................12 months / year
Dale Sprinkle ........................November, 2016 ............... San Ignacio Ridge .....................12 months / year
Beverly Tobiason ...................2003 .............................. Las Campanas Capistrano ..........12 months / year
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GVR Board Candidate Application Questions/Answers1. Directors serve for three-year terms. Do you anticipate maintaining your GVR membership and residing in GVR’s jurisdiction for the next three years?
All Candidates ............................................ YES
2. Time commitment can vary significantly depending upon the business before the Board and a Director’s committee participation. Typ-ically, the Board and committees hold regular meetings once a month, but additional meetings are often scheduled. Are you able to make this type of time commitment? Please list any time conflicts you may have.
Bachelor ........ I can attend any meetings, on any day, my until 3:30 pm as I have to be to work at 4:00 pm.Bell ................ Travel plans April 1 - May 9, 2020.Campfield ...... Monday and Friday afternoonsCoon .............. An occasional vacationDerr ............... Yes, most likely able to meet all scheduled and ad hoc meetings. Thank you.Howard.......... Yes, I am able to make the time com-mitment and have no conflicts.Kelley ............ I have no other residences than Green Valley. I do enjoy traveling and have typically been away for 2 months out of the year. I also work for about 6 weeks during tax season.Lawless ......... yesMauser .......... No conflicts. Able to attend meetings.Sprinkle ......... Yes to commitment. No time conflicts.Tobiason ........ I retired May 2019, thus have ample time to serve the GVR community. I do have a standing volunteer commitment the third Wednesday of every month in Tucson with the Foster Care Review Board.
3. What best describes your motivation for joining our Board of Driectors?
Bachelor: My motivation is to give back time to the members of GVR, to work on behalf of them.
Bell: I believe that our democracy is built on the concept of citizens donating our time for the greater good of our nation, state and community. GVR is one of the main reasons I enjoy living in Green Valley so I want to use my education, computer, communication, and negotiation skills to support GVR.
Campfield: After being on the BOD for a year, I am quite distressed at the lack of fiduciary care and out-right disregard for the rule of law shown by the current Board of Directors. I moved to Green Valley specifically because of the breadth and depth of GVR program offerings, and the obvious care of the staff in main-taining the facilities, and I want to keep it that way. My whole career was spent in policy-making positions, being on or working with boards of directors.
Coon: I want to see GVR make smart decisions so it will be able to maintain the current facilities and activ-ities we have now at the high standards we have come to expect. I also want to see GVR set realistic and achievable goals for future growth. As a current Di-rector, I look forward to a full implementation of Policy Governance. I want to see the Board become a more cohesive group that makes decisions based on bal-ancing expectations of our membership and the ability of the corporation to meet those expectations. Most GVR members choose to retire here partly because of the activities that GVR offers. Past GVR boards have worked to keep GVR financially strong and receptive to member’s needs. I want to continue that legacy.
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Derr: I’ve heard there is some dissension on the GVR Board currently. I have no particular “dog in the fight” and I would hope that my mediation/behavioral health experience might prove helpful in matters conflictual and complex. This may be naive, if not immodest, but I have been said to have an “open mind” when it comes to analyzing difficult issues. Thank you.
Howard: I am interested in serving on the Board to participate in the governance of GVR to preserve and enhance the variety of clubs, organized activities, building and recreational facilities that are the essence of Green Valley.
Kelley: I want to make a significant contribution to my community using the knowledge and skills I have developed in my lifetime. I feel that GVR is a very important part of the Green Valley community and would like to help guide it’s course.
Lawless: I would like to help guide the future of GVR in the direction that members want while considering wishes from both the majority & the minority. I would like to help ensure that GVR remains a fiscally viable & responsible entity. I would like to help mend the fences between the different interest groups.
Mauser: I am truly concerned with the direction the current Board has taken in the last two years -- and I see the need to get members elected who are looking to maintain the quality as well as the reputation of GVR.
Sprinkle: It’s not about me. I have considerable experience in organizational governance which moti-vates me to lend that experience to GVR.
Tobiason: I have resided in GVR for the past 16 years and greatly appreciate the array of recreation, social, educational, and cultural opportunities afforded to members. I especially appreciate what GVR has be-come under Dr. Blumenthal’s leadership. I care deeply about keeping GVR fiscally sound and future-focused so as to continue to attract new retirees to Green Valley.
4. It is important that you are able to com-municate electronically and have access to a computer. On a scale of 1 (novice) to 5 (very experienced), how would you rate your technical
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Bachelor .......................................................... 3Bell .................................................................. 5Campfield ........................................................ 5Coon ............................................................. 4.5Derr ................................................................. 5Howard ........................................................... 4Kelley .............................................................. 5Lawless ........................................................... 3Mauser ............................................................ 5Sprinkle ........................................................... 4Tobiason ......................................................... 3
5. Please list any other boards, committees, task forces or volunteer activities in which you have participated in the last ten years.
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Bell: Alliance 4 Action Core, and Leadership Team member, and Outreach Coordinator. Democratic Pre-cinct Committee Person. Currently, Ventura Neighbor-hood Watch Chairperson, and member of the Ventura Social Committe, and The Democratic Club of The Santa Rita Area. BOD Books for Classrooms
Campfield: One year Director, GVR Board. One year, Associate Chair, Fiscal Affairs Committee. Two years, Planning and Evaluation Committee, including Chair of the Renewable Energy Subcommittee and Chair of the Club Contributions Taskforce.
Coon: Since moving to Green Valley in 2006: Cur-rently serving a 3 year term on the GVR Board of Directors, 1 year as Vice President. Served 5 years on the Planning and Evaluation Committee, 1 year as the committee chair. Served one year on the Board Affairs committee. Currently Treasurer of my HOA (Town-house VI). Served 2 years as a HOA representative to the Green Valley Council. Served 4 years as an officer of the GVR Pickleball Club. Served on the outdoor
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Derr: Have volunteered for three years as: an appointed HOA Director (Canoa Seca Estates); HOA Secretary and webmaster, elected to three-year term in our HOA last year. Volunteered in GV to assist/ accompany a person with disabilities. My DOD work has helped me to be able to reach out to troubled veterans with no agenda on my part. Thank you.
Howard: I am currently a member of the GVR Plan-ning and Evaluation Committee and serve on the Facilities Expansion Subcommittee. Prior to retirement on December 31, 2015 I served on the Board for the Nebraska Heavy-Highway chapter of the AGC (Associ-ated General Contractors) and was Chapter President for two years.
Kelley: In Green Valley I have been a member of the 2019 GVR Fiscal Affairs Committee and Investment Committee. I am also involved in the Las Campanas Community Association and the Solterra Advisory Committee. Previously I have been involved in several not for profit organizations including Big Sisters of Colorado (Treasurer), Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Foun-dation (Chair), Lumiere Foundation (S/T) and Yeshe Nyingpo Denver (treasurer).
Lawless: I have volunteered at The Senior Games.
Mauser: GVR Board Director 2014-2017 Secretary of GVR Board 2015 Past Member of GVR Fiscal Affairs Past Chair of GVR Board Affairs Past Chair of GVR Bylaws SubCommittee Past Director, GVR Foundation Co-Founder and Current President of GVR Needle- arts Club.
Sprinkle: Specific to GVR: Board Affairs Committee, ByLaws ad-hoc Committee, Code of Conduct Sub Committee, Fitness Center Sub Committee.
Tobiason: I have worked on numerous boards, committees, task forces, and other volunteer activities for the past 30 years. However, in the past 10-years I was a board member for the Southwest Institute for Research on Women (SIROW), a research branch at the University of Arizona that specializes in the
national research on under represented populations. For the past 5 years I was also a board member for the Nurse Partnership program, a nurse visiting program for at risk families.
6. Briefly explain how your education and/or previous life experiences will be beneficial to you as a Director.
Bachelor: I was the Business Manager and/or Director of Fiscal Services for various School Districts in the California Bay Area. That plus my attendance at GVR committee meetings for the last 3 years are all ben-eficial to me in my desire to run for the GVR Board of Directors.
Bell: I have a Masters of Science in Management from Albertus Magnus College in New Haven Connecticut, and I am fluent in Microsoft Office and comfortable using a PC or a MAC. I have managed budgets, materials, and personnel, and worked as a Systems Analyst. During my career I worked on many teams developing negotiation skills, and the ability to reach consensus with others. I believe that the skills I honed during my working years will be an asset to the GVR BOD.
Campfield: The last 20 years of my career was spent as CFO and Board Member of small and early stage technology companies, which required skills in plan-ning, execution and teamwork to achieve company goals. I also was CFO of larger and more stable companies, including a 77-person law firm and office furniture retailer. Education: BA, University of Califor-nia, Berkeley; MBA, University of Washington; CPA certification.
Coon: I have a dual Associate Degree in Data Pro-cessing and Accounting. I worked for 18 years for a major property casualty insurance company. My last major assignment was managing a project to analyze, design, program, test and implement a multi-line, multi-state, underwriting system. This project spanned 7 years and required working with almost all depart-ments of the company to analyze all requirements and the business processes we had to support plus super-vising a large staff of programmers and analysts. My career taught me to be a team player and to build a team that supports each other through whatever chal-lenges you run into. I also learned that you need to
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Derr: I have most of the usual education labels (BA and M.S.), but I guess my most useful life experience has been as a US Dept. of Defense Behavioral Health Consultant, overseas, for the military returning from combat. I also worked at the Tucson VA Hospital with veterans struggling with addiction and homelessness. I am a licensed pilot and currently hold a Marriage & Family Therapist license from the California. I am a relentless techie-guy and have enjoyed working on data troubleshooting, etc.
Howard: I have BS degree in Construction Science from the University of Nebraska. I was in the construc-tion business for 45 years. Three years with a small commercial contractor in Omaha, NE. Twenty five years with a large, publically traded construction company in the Washington, D. C. area. Seventeen years with a major highway contractor in Lincoln, NE. I was in exec-utive management for nearly 30 years, the last seven-teen as President of the highway contractor.
Kelley: I am a retired CPA, former Certified Financial Planner, former Registered Investment Advisor, former Board Director of Trust Industrial Bank, former SVP and Senior Trust Officer of First Trust Corporation. The above mentioned positions and many other positions have provided me with much experience and devel-oped skill sets which will allow me to be an effective member of the GVR Board. I have a BA in Economics and a Masters of Taxation from University of Denver.
Lawless: With an accounting background & working in the investment business for nearly 20 yrs. with a Series 7 license I believe I will have a clear under-standing of GVR financials. I have managed my own home for many years dealing with all of the issues that entails. I have managed my own finances for many years including a variety of investments. Being a young widow I have dealt with many of the prob-lems that our elderly have gone through or will be going through.
Mauser: As a Controller of an international company my background in accounting will serve me well when dealing with the financial aspect of GVR. I also have
experience in relating to people with different cultural and ideological backgrounds.
Sprinkle: From supervisory positions on LAPD, to engaging tax payers while executing duties of Asses-sor, to dealing with all matters of a municipality while serving as Selectman (New England term for Town Councilor), to being an active voice on several boards of director, to interacting with Statewide municipal representatives while on legislative policy committee in the Maine State Capitol; I have learned to stand tall for what is right and fair while dealing with all manner of tests of my resolve.
Tobiason: I have master’s degrees in community counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and a doctorate in psychology. I have about 30 years working in the field of community mental health, the local juvenile court and multiple volunteers activities which have benefited at-risk populations in the communities in which I have resided. I understand the psychology of individuals and groups, have counseling and conflict resolutions skills.
7. Describe your use of GVR facilities and participation in GVR activities in the past two years and how your GVR involvement has prepared you to serve on the Board of Directors.
Bachelor: I have taken a number of art type of classes, I have used fitness centers/pools and am a member of the GVR Singles Club.
Bell: I use the fitness centers and I am a member of the Camera and Computer Clubs. While using GVR facilities and during social events I converse with other members about their GVR experiences and their future desires for GVR and Green Valley. Based on commu-nication with GVR members the thing I believe most members want is a BOD that is able to work together for the good of all GVR members.
Campfield: I have lived in Green Valley for about 3 1/2 years. I play duplicate bridge several times a week and work out at fitness centers. I play pickleball, hike and belong to the computer club. I have taken some GVR classes also attend as many entertainment programs as I can. I would belong to more clubs if I had more time!
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Coon: My experience as a Director and on the Planning & Evaluation committee has given me great appreci-ation for the scope and hard work that the GVR staff puts into maintaining our facilities and serving our membership every day. For me, it has also highlighted the challenges of serving a diverse membership with a wide range of interests and balancing the use of our facilities to accommodate as many activities as possible.
Derr: My wife and I use the GVR facilities quite fre-quently: she does line-dancing and we both workout at Canoa Hills. I recently trained with GVR on resusci-tation procedures. I enjoy swimming at Canoa Ranch during inclement weather. I suppose these experiences have provided some personal insight by just talking to many GVR members re. current complaints, gentle “grousing” and general commenting on GVR. As to these experiences “preparing me for serving on the BOD, I sense they MAY be useful. Thanks
Howard: I am a member of the Pickleball Club, Hiking Club and Woodworkers. My wife and I participate in various GVR card groups, enjoy movie nights at the West Center and utilize several swimming pools. We moved here in 2018 and became permanent residents in 2019 because of the weather and the variety of activities and facilities that GVR offers. I am prepared to serve on the Board in order to utilize my skills and background to help assure the vitality and long term future of GVR.
Kelley: I enjoy the aquatic facilities at the Las Cam-panas Rec Center as well as the fitness room. I am regular attendee of nature oriented classes and “nature” lectures at GVR centers. I am a member of the AmigOs club. And we enjoy attending several of the performances provided by GVR.
Lawless: I have taken pickleball lessons & have played a few games. I have taken a pottery class. I recently took an orientation at a fitness center with the goal of using it regularly. I have enjoyed several shows at West Center. I have participated in the hiking club. I have attended a few art shows or markets at West Center. I have attended several board meetings & a few committee meetings so I believe I understand somewhat what kind of commitment is expected.
Mauser: Member of Pickleball Club Co-Founder and
Current President of GVR Needlearts Club I attend most committee/board meetings throughout the year and have a good working knowledge of the organiza-tion’s bylaws and policies. I have worked well in the past with GVR staff and I believe that GVR’s greatest asset is our employees. We must work with them - and not against them - to keep GVR flourishing as one of the top retirement communities in the country.
Sprinkle: Member: Computer Club, Marshal Arts Club (now forming), Garden Club, New England Club. Regularly use Canoa Hills fitness center and walk Canoe Hills Trails.
Tobiason: I love the wide array of GVR facilities and have used the dance floors (my husband & I started the Argentine Tango Club), we ran the GVR Dance Club in the past, and we are currently seeing if there is interest in a GVR Martial Arts Club (which there appears to be). In addition, I have used the pools and gyms in the past.
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Free Water Aerobics
Pool Day(s) Time
Abrego North ....... Mon., Tues., Thurs. - Sat... 10:30am Pool remains open. 2 northern lap lanes are reserved for water aerobics.
Wed. (Ai Chi) .............. 10:30amAbrego South ....... Mon. & Thurs. ............... 8:30am Mon. & Thurs. ............... 9:40amCasa Paloma II ..... Mon. - Sat. ....................9:00amCanoa Ranch........ Tues., Thurs., Sat. ...........8:30am Mon. ........................... 10:00am
Two lap lanes will remain open.
Continental Vistas ... Mon., Wed. & Fri. .......... 10:00am Tues., Thurs. & Sat. .........9:00amDesert Hills .......... Mon., Thurs. & Sat. ........ 8:45am Mon. & Thurs. .............. 10:00amEast Center ......... Mon. & Thurs. .............. 10:00amLas Campanas...... Mon. - Fri. .................... 9:00amSanta Rita Springs ... Mon. - Sat. ................... 9:00am
Water aerobics is a free drop-in activity for GVR members, run by volunteers. No registration needed. Except for Abrego North and Canoa Ranch, pools are closed to other uses during scheduled water aerobics. Spas remain available. Members, guests, and visitors who use GVR facilities and equipment, do so at their own risk, and shall indemnify and hold harm-less GVR, its employees and agents.
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GVR Live!
Jarabe Mexicano and Ballet Folklorico Tuesday, January 14 at 7pm, West Center
Bettman & HalpinThursday, January 23 at 7pm, West Center
Jarabe Mexicano electrifies audiences with their own brand of traditional meets modern! Performing a wide range of repertoire on authentic mariachi instruments, Jarabe’s arrangements feature stunning harmonized vocals in Spanish and English.
Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles catapulted to inter-national fame when they danced at the 90th Annual Academy Awards in celebration of the Pixar movie, Coco, also performing at the D23 Expo, the Coco Pre-miere at the El Capitan Theater.
Members $36, Guests $39, General Public $44
Multi-award winners Bettman & Halpin have a well-earned reputation for hypnotizing performances filled with irresistible lyrics, transcendent harmonies, and roof-raising instrumentals. Their concerts combine high-energy upbeat bluegrass/roots inspired com-positions, beautiful ballads, with soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics, and groovy feel-good songs that audi-ences will be singing on their heads for weeks there-after. Creating an authentic connection with their audience, they have become known for their storytelling and playful banter as much as their music.
Members $22, Guests $25, General Public $30
West Center Box Office Hours8am-4pm M-F, 10am-2pm weekends and
holidays, and one hour prior to performancesfor ticket sales and performance-related
issues only. Box Office phone: (520) 625-0288
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GVR Live!
Joanne O’BrienTuesday, January 28 at 7pm, West Center
TSO Masterworks TubaliciousFriday, January 31 at 7:30pm, West Center
Audiences have long enjoyed a wide range of musical stylings from singer/songwriter Joanne O’Brien. Hailed the Carole Lombard of cabaret, Joanne infuses humor, sultry charm, and a vocal quality that stands alone. Her soaring soprano and sultry chest tones are rooted in classical training and she has mastered the bridge from classical to broadway and pop while using her dulcet tones to perform inspirational music having been the opening inspirational artist for best-selling authors such as Marianne Williamson and James Van Praague, among many others.
Member $28, Guest $31, General Public $36
Praised for her dynamic, passionate conducting style, Taiwanese-American conductor Mei-Ann Chen is acclaimed for infusing orchestras with energy, en-thusiasm and high-level music-making, galvanizing audiences and communities alike. Music Director of the MacArthur Award-winning Chicago Sinfonietta since 2011, and Artistic Director & Conductor for the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra Summer Festival since 2016, Maestra Chen has just been named Prin-cipal Guest Conductor of Austria’s Recreation Grosses Orchester Graz, and first-ever Artistic Partner of River Oaks Chamber Orchestra (ROCO) in Houston, Texas, effective September 2019.
Preshow Lecture at 6:30pm, performance at 7:30pm.
Mei-Ann Chen, Conductor - David Morgan, Tuba
Members $38, Guests $41, General Public $46
Be a GVR Arts & Entertainment VolunteerIf you’d like to be an A&E volunteer, attend our train-ing session Tuesday, February 4 at 9am in the West Center Auditorium. No experience required, just a willingness to learn and a love for performing arts. For more information, email: [email protected].
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GVR Live! Pop Up Concert
GVR Live! Dances
Back to the SixtiesFriday, January 10 at 6pm, Canoa Hills
Dance with Wendy and the BoysFriday, January 24 at 7pm, Canoa Hills
Enjoy solid gold rock ‘n roll of the early sixties!
“A Hard Day’s Night” - The Beatles“Help Me Rhonda” - The Beach Boys
“Pipeline” - The Ventures“Down In The Boondocks” - Billy Joe Royal
“Secret Agent Man” - Johnny Rivers“Blue Velvet” - Bobby Vinton
“I Saw Her Standing There” - The Beatles“Surfin’ Usa” - The Beach Boys
“Oh, Pretty Woman” - Roy Orbison“Boots Are Made For Walkin” - Nancy Sinatra
“Kind Of Hush” - Herman’s Hermits“I Want To Hold Your Hand” - The Beatles
“Love Potion No. 9” - The Searchers“Seventh Son” - Johnny Rivers
and many more!
Members $8, Guests $10, General Public $14
Wendy and the Boys call Tucson home, and are six seasoned musicians with a wide variety of experience in all musical genres – from Motown to country, rock ‘n roll to blues. We like to focus on tunes that people know and love, and are constantly updating our play-lists. We want to play your favorite song!
GVR Members $12, Guests $14, General Public $16
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Movies are FREE to GVR members and guests
Tickets are required for admission. Advance ticket reservations are recommended. Members can obtain tickets at the West Center Box Office and other major staffed centers. Concessions available for purchase. Show times are 2pm (Open Captioning) and 7pm.
Upcoming MoviesSponsored by Del Norte Dental Associates
The UpsideTues., January 7 at 2pm
(Open Captioning) and 7pm
A comedic look at the relationship between a wealthy man with quadri-plegia and an unemployed man with a criminal re-cord who’s hired to help him. Starring Kevin Hart, Bryan Cranston, and Ni-cole Kidman. Directed by Neil Burger. Rated PG-13. 2 hours 6 minutes. STX Entertainment. 2019.
Downton AbbeyTues., January 21 at 2pm
(Open Captioning) and 7pm
The continuing story of the Crawley family, wealthy owners of a large estate in the English countryside in the early 20th century. Starring Matthew Goode, Tuppence Middleton, and Maggie Smith. Directed by Michael Engler. Rated PG. 2 hours 2 minutes. Focus Features. 2019.
Ticket PolicyTicket Purchases: Tickets for the GVR Live! 2019/2020 season are on sale now. GVR members may purchase tickets in person at any major GVR center office during normal business hours, or by calling any of the major GVR centers. Members may purchase up to four (4) guest tickets per household at the guest price.
General public tickets must be purchased through the Box Office by calling (520) 625-0288 or in person at 1111 GVR Drive. Online ticket sales are not avail-able at this time. Patrons are encouraged to purchase in advance for all events. Tickets may be purchased at the door at the West Center Box Office one hour prior to the event (subject to availability). Tickets are not available at the door for sold out events.
Refunds/Exchanges: There are no refunds for season, individual member, guest, or general public tickets. All sales are final. GVR offers season ticket exchanges up to 24 hours prior to an event. Season tickets may be exchanged for any other performance in the performing arts series. Tickets must be present in order to process an ex-change. Upgrade fees may apply. Refunds will not be given if exchanging ticket(s) for a less expensive per-formance. Tickets may be exchanged in person at the West Center Box Office at 1111 GVR Drive, Monday- Friday, 8am-4pm. Tickets can be also mailed to: Attn: Season Ticket Exchange, PO Box 586, Green Valley, AZ 85622.
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GVR Tennis Club
GVR Tennis Club’s1st Wooden Rackets & White Togs’
Summer Social
The event was played at the West Center courts on Saturday, October 19th and was followed by a ‘Brats and Wurst’ BBQ in celebration of ‘Oktoberfest’. A great time was had by all who came to play and watch a bygone era of the game when we played with wooden rackets, generally strung with gut rather than nylon. Back in the day, most players wore white including long white trousers for men - some even wore ties and colorful hats! Women sometimes played in long skirts, also, with elegant hats!
The wooden rackets lack the power of the modern tennis racket, resulting in a game more of finesse and longer rallies. It also requires more focus on making contact with the ball on the center of the racket or strings to avoid the inevitable miss-hit! The upside to a day of playing with a wooden racket and focusing on making good contact with the ball on to the center of your racket.
GVR Camera Club
Green Valley Film FestivalComing to Desert Hills Center
in February!
GVR Camera Club is sponsoring the Green Valley Film Festival on February 10th and wants you to participate by submitting your video to be considered for showing! There is room for more entries; However, the dead-line for submissions is midnight on January 15, 2020.
You do not have to be a member of the GVR Camera Club in order to submit a film for showing. Any GVR member is eligible to show a film!
For anyone thinking about submitting a film but un-sure how to go about it, or what sort of films we’re looking for, visit http://tinyurl.com/shjcama or email questions to: [email protected].
This event is being hosted by the GVR Camera Club’s Multimedia Special Interest Group (SIG). If you want to attend the film festival, reserve your seats now at: greenvalleycameraclub.wildapricot.org/event-3574674
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mensional mediums, including be-ginners, intermediate and advanced. SRAL offers a fully-equipped profes-sional studio, gallery and library for member use. Visit srart.org or view monitors at GVR Centers.• Dedicated space at Santa Rita Springs, Lower Level. Open 9am-8pm daily if a monitor is present.• Permanent exhibits at Canoa Hills and Desert Hills.
Woodworkers of GVRwww.woodshop.gvrclubs.orgStewart Tagg/Judy Trujillo – use Contact UsDedicated space of 5800+ sf where members may explore the woodworking crafts. Open to all GVR Members - must attend Club Orientation & Safety Training. Woodworking skills classes/training, Women in Woodworking classes, Toy making program, Volunteer opportunities.• Dedicated space at West Center• Monday 8am-2pm, Tues-Sat 8am-4pm
CARDS & GAMESAbrego South Thursday Ladies GVR Bridge ClubSharon Read (520) 954-0709Open at all GVR lady members. This is a fun, friendly, casual bridge group with refreshments. All levels of social bridge welcome but experience is required.• Abrego South Thursdays at 12:15pm
GVR Canasta ClubLu Griffin (520) 449-1258Co-ed social canasta players• Meet at East Center, Fri. and Sun., sign-in at 12:30pm, short business at 12:45pm and play starts at 1pm Train-ing/refresher table always available.
Mondays, 9am - 4pm.
GVR Glass Artists [email protected] GVR members the opportunity to work with stained and fused glass proj-ects and glass mosaics.• Studio Hours: June-Sept, Fri. 1-5pm; Oct-May, Thu. 12-5pm & Fri. 8am-5pm
GVR Lapidary & Silversmith Club www.gvlclub.orgFor members interested in learning lapidary, silversmithing, casting, PMC (precious metal clay), dichroic glass, wire wrapping and chain making.• Dedicated space– Desert Hills (520)399-2370, East Center (520)399-1989, West Center (520)648-1726 Lapidary Hours:West Center- M-F 9am-1pmDesert Hills- M-F 11am-3pmEast Center- M-F 9am-1pm
GVR Metal Working Crafts ClubDave VanAbel (520) 336-4773http://metalshop.gvrclubs.orgPlease sign up for our newsletter on-line to stay current. • Dedicated space west of Admin. Ofc.• Shop hours: M, W, F, 7am-12pm.
GVR Needle-Arts ClubBarb Mauser (520) 393-3659, Vicki Mournian (520) 269-7587Providing the opportunity for members who cross-stitch, needlepoint, embroi-der, knit, crochet to meet and socialize.• Meets 2nd Wed. and 4th Fri. at 2pm
Santa Rita Art League of GVRwww.srart.orgWelcome to artists using all two di-
GVR Chess ClubJim Clark (520) 347-7706Co-ed social chess players• Meet at East Ctr Weds at 1pm
GVR Cribbage ClubCo-ed social Cribbage players. Friend-ly games and all GVR members are welcome, whether new to the game or coming back after a hiatus.• Meet at East Ctr Mon at 6pm
GVR Desert Hills Ladies Bridge ClubLadies social bridge group• Meet at Desert Hills Thurs. at 12:30pm
GVR Desert Hills Midweek Progressive Bridge ClubCathy Musacchia (520) 648-1373Co-ed social bridge group• Meet at Desert Hills Thurs. at 6pm
GVR Duplicate Bridge Club (Sanctioned)Co-ed duplicate bridge players• Meet at Canoa Hills 1pm Mon, Thur, & Fri
GVR East Center Duplicate Bridge ClubRay Austin (520) 400-5327Non-Sanctioned co-ed bridge players• Meet at East Ctr Tues at 1pm
GVR East Center Monday Ladies Bridge Club• Meet at East Ctr Mon at 12:15pm
GVR Euchre Card ClubDarla Wolfe (541) 653-7979Co-Ed social euchre players• Meet at Desert Hills Fri. at 6pm
GVR Friday Social Bridge ClubJoan Morrow (520) 399-2897Co-ed social bridge group• Meet at Desert Hills on Fri. at 12:30pm
GVR Hearts ClubMarty Allen (520) 625-9279Co-ed social heart players• Meet at Las Campanas Wed. at 1pm
GVR Men’s Poker ClubJohn Tune (520) 300-4806,Bob Northrup (520) 207-6745Enjoy the game of Poker• Meet at Desert Hills, Rm C on lower level• Monday - Friday, sign in at 12pm, play at 12:30pm
ARTS & CRAFTS
Ceramics Club of GVRStudio Phone: (520) 399-2818The ceramic studio is available to all GVR members who have completed the Beginning Ceramics class. Once a member you may work on your proj-ects and use the club’s paints and kilns. • Dedicated space at Desert Hills, Upper Level.
Desert Scraprats GVR Quilting ClubThe Desert ScrapRats welcomes all quilters and fiber artists to join. All GVR members are welcome. Dues are only $5.00 per year. Please join us.• Meet at Las Campanas, on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 1pm
GVR Artisans’ ShopGail Decker (520) 401-6989The shop sells a wide assortment of beautiful and unique gift items hand-made by GVR members.• Dedicated space at West Center.• Open M-F 9am-4pm, Sa. 10am-2pm
GVR Arts & Crafts Associationwww.gvrartsandcrafts.orgYearly Craft Show held in February at West Center.• Meet at Desert Hills first Wed. of each month at 1pm
GVR Card Crafters ClubMichel Martin 520-425-7702Design & create greeting cards. Work-shops to develop new ideas and tech-niques held the last Tuesday of the month. Must sign up to attend. Annual dues $5.00.• Meet at Desert Hills Art Room Tues-days 9am - 4pm.
GVR Clay Studiowww.claystudiogvaz.com or(520) 399-2755Hobby studio with extensive facilities to enable and encourage members to cre-ate functional and artistic pieces in clay.• Dedicated space: Santa Rita Springs, Lower Level
GVR Decorative Art Painting ClubCheryl Walters (419) 204-9045Fabric painting opens up endless oppor-tunities to transform not only your ward-robe but also your home.• Meet at Desert Hills Art Room on
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Did you know that GVR’s CEO, Kent Blumenthal, writes a weekly article for the ‘GVR Updates’ eBlast?
We encourage you to check it out! If you’re notalready signed up to receive the eBlasts, visit
www.gvrec.org and click “Get our weekly eBlasts!” ,then �ll in your name and email address - it’s easy!
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Avoid additional fees, purchase tickets at the Rewards Center. See the Rewards Center for details. Must be 21 to enter bars and gaming areas.
Entertainment is subject to change. Please play responsibly. An Enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Tickets available at the Rewards Center or online at etix.com
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GVR Monday Informal Duplicate Bridge ClubBob Dahm (520) 777-7827Co-ed Bridge players• Meet at Santa Rita Springs Mon. at 1pmGVR National Mah Jongg ClubPat Duiven (303) 883-1370Social group of experienced National Mah Jongg players. Must bring current Standard Hands & Rules card.• Meet at Santa Rita Springs, Fiesta Rm., Wed. 12:55pm - 4pm GVR Pinochle ClubDean Capes (520) 647-9916Social Group of Co-ed Pinochle Play-ers. Play Single Deck each night – and Double Deck on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.• Meet at East Center Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 6 pm
GVR Sheepshead Card ClubBill Worth (520) 269-6844The club welcomes both men & women to join us for friendly games of cards.• Meet at Las Campanas Tues. at 6pm
Wright-Patterson Mah JonggClub of GVRPenny Smith (505) 807-2892Lois Wilhelm (520) 818-1600Year round fun, relaxed, social group of Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg play-ers. We play a challenging version without Jokers and 85 hands from which to choose. • Meet at Las Campanas, Tues 12:30-3:30pm. Observers welcome
DANCE CLUBSGVR Argentine Tango ClubChuck Soukup – (520) 625-3488Email: [email protected]: tinyurl.com/yb39xvneWeekly Argentine tango classes through GVR. Monthly social dances (2nd Sat.) and dance practice (3rd Sun.) year-round. Everyone welcome to all dance events.
GVR Dance ClubKathy Simmons – (520) 303-6591Email: [email protected]
Saturday Night Dance Parties on 1st and 3rd Sat. all year. Featuring a va-riety of music including Rock, R&B, Big Band, Latin, Motown and Country. GVR Dance Club member $5, Gen. Public $8. BYOB and snacks.
GVR Line Dancers ClubMarsha Lukomski (520) 777-7889Line dance opportunities four days/week, includes workshops and club dance sessions. GVR classes, Line Dance 1 & 2, must be completed before joining our large, welcoming club. No partner needed, just get in line! GVR Square & Round Dance ClubDavid Flatt (785) 207-0819Local square and round dance club is active year ‘round. • Club Dances every Monday night, 6:30pm at Canoa Hills
SOCIAL CLUBSGVR Amigas Club(520) 289-9215 | www.GVRamigas.org
[email protected] Dedicated to welcoming women of GVR and providing opportunities to connect, learn, have fun and be in-volved with interest groups, events and lasting friendships. Our motto is “We’re neighbors, let’s be friends.”
GVR AmigOs Men’s ClubMonthly breakfast, outings, Meet and Greets, and Special Interest Groups. More info: [email protected] or call (917) 599-7663. Meet at Santa Rita Springs, Fiesta Rm 3rd Sat. 9am
GVR Canadian Clubwww.greenvalleycanadianclub.com(520) 207-7695
GVR Colorado ClubJo Ann Lathrop (970) 819-0248Fun social group of current and past residents of Colorado.• Meet 1st Sat. of each month
Green Bay Packers Club of GVRJames Chisolm (520) 777-8334
FOR MORE DETAILS, USE A CONCIERGE KIOSK AT A GVR CENTER OR VISIT GVREC.ORG - RECREATION TAB
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Social group of the Green Bay Packers football team who watch the games on the big screen at Las Campanas.
GVR LGBT & Friends Club(520) 399-2591This club welcomes lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender GVR members and friends to meet, socialize and sup-port one another.
GVR Michigan [email protected](520) 777-8145Share fun-filled get togethers with food and entertainment with fellow present and past Michiganders• Meet at 5pm the first Wed. of the month, Nov.-Apr. at West Center.
GVR Minnesota ClubRick Hoen (651) 248-7162Mary Johnson (520) 207-8408Our club offers former and present Minnesotans the opportunity to enjoy fun, food and fellowship. A chance to connect with other Minnesotans.• Monthly meetings November - April.
GVR New England [email protected] Lafreniere (401)529-5394. All GVR Members with ties to New England states are invited to join fellow New Englanders for dinner & entertainment 4 evenings/year: Dec. 7, Jan. 18, Feb. 22, Mar. 21. Dues: $10/year.
GVR Singles ClubSocial singles group of GVR mem-bers. Monthly newsletter, social hours, weekend breakfasts & more!• Meet 9:30am on Mon. at Desert Hills.
Pacific Northwest Club of Green ValleyJoe Longo (509) [email protected] | Social group of current/past residents of OR, WA, and ID
SPECIAL INTERESTGVR Camera Clubwww.dev.gvcameraclub.org or(520) 648-1315 Classes, Lectures, field trips, and latest photo-editing hardware & software. • Dedicated space: Santa Rita Springs, Upper Level. Summer Hrs: M-F 9a-12p
GVR Computer Clubwww.ccgvaz.org
Check our website for complete info on: Hands-On classes, Lectures, Special In-terest Groups, Meetings, Software Appli-cations, Upgrades, Club Location & Hrs.
GVR Forum Clubwww.gvrforumclub.com Weekly presentations & programs that are mind-expanding, informative, chall- enging & quite often just entertaining.• Forum Club meets September- May
GVR Travel ClubMarcia Lickei (520) 207-5584Cindy Mc Cain (360) 568-8886Group of Green Valley residents who love to travel or enjoy hearing about the adventures of others.• Meet at Las Campanas 3rd Friday at 9am, Oct. – Nov. and Jan. – Apr. GVR Valley Playershttps://gvrvalleyplayers.weebly.com Open to GVR members interested in com-munity theater - on-stage, back stage, singers, musicians, writers. Newcomers or experienced theater folks, join the fun!
SPORTS CLUBS
Billiards Club of GVRSharon Fickes (817) 584-5418www.billiardsclubofgvr.comPromoting recreational and com-petitive billiard playing, be it pool or snooker. Billiard Hall Locations: East Center, West Center, and Desert Hills (this center also has a snooker table).
GVR Aquabelles ClubSunny at (520)-668-9669 Joyce at (520)-393-0317 We promote synchronized swimming from May to September.• Practice on Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-10am at the East Center pool.
GVR Bocce ClubDick Melchiorre (520) 396-3949GVR Bocce Club is a co-ed social sport club. If you’re interested in the game of Bocce Ball, come out and join us. • Meet at Canoa Hills Center M-F, Oct-Mar at 8:30am & 10:30am. Apr-Sep 7:30am.Ladies Day Wed 9am. GVR Hiking ClubDavid Hinkel (520) 559-5066David Linn (269) 598-6415http://gvrhc.org - The Hiking Club rep-resents 400+ hikers who enjoy hiking
the beautiful sky islands, valleys, and deserts of Southern Arizona. Member-ship is open to all GVR members and those with valid GVR Tenant Cards. Potential and new members must at-tend an orientation session at GVR’s East Center. Please bring member or tenant card. Additional information is available on the club website.• Hikes leave from West Center park-ing lot on Thursday mornings.
GVR Hunting & Fishing ClubDick Toltzmann (520) 904-8673gvrhuntfish@gmail.comwww.gvrhuntingandfishingclub.orgLearn more about fishing and hunting opportunities in Arizona. Also share your hunting and fishing experiences.
GVR Pickleball ClubQuestions? Jeff Harrell (520) 230-5333www.gvrpickleball.orgWe are dedicated to the promotion of pickleball in the Green Valley Recre-ation community. Join fellow pickleball players for recreational and compet-itive play. Visit our website at www.gvrpickleball.org for court locations and play schedules. Want to learn? Click on pickleball orientations.
GVR Racquetball ClubWayne Ferreira (520) 260-1470Racquetball for fun and competition for all ages and skill levels• Las Campanas racquetball courts• Monday-Saturday 9am - 11am
GVR Shuffleboard [email protected] lessons Mondays Nov 1-Mar 31. Round Robin (fun play) Thursdays during League Season. Round Robin continues in the summer on Thurs-days and Saturdays.
GVR Swim Clubwww.gvrswimclub.orgOrganized workouts for fitness and master’s competition• West Center pool, M, W, F, 8-10:30a.
GVR Table Tennis ClubPat Burke (319) 231-9774www.greenvalleyttc.comThe club has many levels of players and the club provides all equipment. The Table Tennis Club has 8-10 tables and can accommodate 40 doubles players at a time. Beginners are invit-ed and can receive instruction. Dues $10 per year.• Meet at West Center 8am• Check website or call for dates
GVR Tennis ClubMarge Garneau: [email protected] www.gvtennis.comThe Tennis Club promotes tennis for all GVR members, handles court reserva-tions, and runs leagues, drop in tennis and other tennis activities. See up-coming events on the website. Events are also posted on bulletin boards at all tennis courts. Membership and tournament forms are available at the West Center Tennis Hut. • Clinics - Mon, Wed 2pm at Desert Hills (Oct-March) GVR Volleyball ClubMarilyn Querciagrossa 815-370-3408A social group of sand, water, court volleyball and wallyball players.• Sand: Abrego South starting Oct. 1 - Fall, Winter, Spring on M., Tu., Th., Sa. at 9am. Summer varies.• Water - Abrego South - Tu., W., F. & Sa. 9am - 11am until November 1.• Wallyball - Las Campanas racquet-ball court - Mon, Wed, Fri. 4-6pm• Court - Las Campanas racquetball court - Mon, Wed, Fri, 2-4pm
Announce Your Club Events in GVR’s eBlastDo you have a club activity that you’d like to announce?
If so, let GVR help you publicize it in our eBlast!Please include all pertinent information and keep your event announcements brief at 100 words or less. Submit your info at least 10 days prior to the event to [email protected]. Your item will appear in the eBlast scheduled the week prior to the event and may be edited. Only events open to all GVR members will be published.
FOR MORE DETAILS, USE A CONCIERGE KIOSK AT A GVR CENTER OR VISIT GVREC.ORG - RECREATION TAB
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