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A Message from Andy Wangstad Things are getting busy around the ARC with all clubs gearing up for our high season. The Dance Club has reformed and is planning a great dance with “The Cover-Ups” on Ahwatukee April 2nd. Tickets are only $7.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. Plans are to pull Recreation Center 5001 E. Cheyenne back the divider and open up the dance floor to full size to allow for both ballroom danc- Phoenix, AZ 85044 ers and line dancers. Should be fun! Phone: 480-893-2549 Fax: 480-893-3683 www.ARCAZ.net The Ad Hoc Committee looking at the future of our fitness building B is busy seeing what we can do to make this great asset even better. For one, we need better ventilation in Recreation Center Hours the aerobics room and upgraded exercise equipment. Have an idea? Send it to me at Monday thru Saturday aw@wangstad.com. 6:30 AM—9 PM Sunday 9 AM to 7 PM The Board of Directors is a key group at the ARC, yet hardly anyone knows who we are. So we’re having an open house at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, April 6. Come and see who Office Hours is leading our recreation center and let us know how we’re doing. We’ll be talking about Monday to Friday 8 AM to 4 PM planning and how we’re making our annual dues go farther. All members are invited! What a great Member Celebration on March 19! Thanks to Debbie Spalding and her For questions, com- crew for a fantastic job - about 275 members enjoyed a BBQ dinner and dancing to the ments or messages to Montage Duo. One last thing - Horseshoes is every Wednesday at noon. Ask at the the BOD send to Front Desk. Ahwatukee RecCtr@ arcaz.net ARC Life Board Report April 2022 Publisher Amy Nicholls made a surprise visit to our meeting. She looks great and is eager to start Mary Lentz interacting with the members again! Activities Director • • • The Member Celebration was Saturday, March 19 & was a big hit! Congratulations to ARC Life is brought to you nine times a year the Activities Committee. by the Ahwatukee • • • Recreation Center. The Board is discussing providing training for all new committee member appointees as well as newly elected Board members. Please submit articles • • • for the May Newsletter by The Properties Committee began scheduling the indoor pool rail replacement & cool April 10th, 2022 decking projects. These projects may require that the indoor pool be closed for about 2 E-mail letters, com- ments, articles and to 3 weeks. Members will be kept up to date on the progress of these items. photographs to • • • MaryL@ARCAZ.net An AdHoc Committee is working with the Properties Committee to discuss future reno- vations to Building B. Many of the projects involve safety and compliance issues. ARC Life is a monthly publi- • • • cation that is delivered to The General Manager and maintenance crew have been hard at work fixing problems residents in the Ahwatukee Recreation Center home- that arise and making necessary improvements to the facility. These repairs include: a owner association roof leak in Building A, a water fountain, removing grasses, adding blinds in the social The Ahwatukee Recreation area, and uncovering windows in the indoor pool area to let in more sunlight. Center does not promote • • • any product or service ad- vertised. Verification of A Board Sub-Committee has been working diligently on making some changes to the qualifications and current Bylaws and Rules & Regulations to update them and make them more consistent. license of advertisers are • • • the responsibility of the persons seeking services Please plan on joining us for an upcoming Meet the Board event on Wednesday, April 6 @ 6 PM. This is your opportunity to meet the Board members, find out what we’re up to, and share your ideas. Mark your calendars! 2
A Message from Bob Cossey, Acting General Manager In this Issue Don’t you just hate it when you read a sign, or someone says, “We’d like to apologize in Travel 4-5 advance for any inconvenience.” Sometimes inconvenient means that things are Library 5 getting done. Just tell me what you’re going to do and if it makes my life better, do it. Roots Genealogy 5 Like the inconvenience created by building the South 202 at Pecos, what a mess. How- Shred-a-thon 6 ever, when completed, I now save 30 minutes not having to drive through city traffic to the I-10 West or the new construction between Chandler Boulevard and the Broadway Meet the Board 6 curve. If it results in keeping me from dying in a fiery crash trying to cross two lanes to Book Sale 6 get to the 143 exit to the airport, I’m all for it. Support the Troops 7 With that set up, let me tell you about some upcoming disruptions that may be inconven- Table Tennis 6 ient for you at the ARC. We will be closing the indoor pool for 2 to 3 weeks to install the Gift Shoppe 6 new railings and tile. We will also repair the cool deck and replace the rusted door frame to the closet in the indoor pool room. The outdoor pool will be heated by April 4. Activities Committee 7 Women’s Club 7 There will be another inconvenient disruption when we complete the work on the men’s and women’s locker rooms during April or May. We will be replacing the floors, the Bridge 7 partitions, the toilets and painting the locker rooms and the hallway. Lobby Display Case 8 Neither of these projects will save you 30 minutes or keep you from dying in a fiery Woodshop 8 crash, but they will make your experience at the ARC a little better when they are Readers Roundtable 8 completed. American Legion/Vets 8 Arts and Crafts Fair 8 Pieces of Stained Glass 9 Properties Committee by Judy Steffen Hale Theatre 9 Happy Hour 9 The Properties Committee has been inspecting the ARC property (buildings, equipment and the grounds) to determine if they are safe, properly maintained and in good condi- Jewelry Crafters 10 tion. The Committee will be submitting recommendations to the Board of Directors for Senior Living 10 repairs, replacements and up-grades in May. Speaker Series Continues The indoor and outdoor pool decking is in need of repair and new rails need to be in- Entertainers 11 stalled in the indoor pool (per City of Phoenix regulations). The repair to the pool decks Saguaro Strippers 11 will occur prior to the opening of the outdoor pool. Currently, the plan is to close the Make a Derby Hat 11 indoor pool on the night of Tuesday, March 29th. The decks will then be repaired and Home Arts 12 have time to set and dry before the outdoor pool is opened on Monday, April 4th. New Yoga Class 12 While the indoor pool is closed, it will be drained; the ARC Maintenance staff will be re- Pool closures 12 moving the rails in the pool and preparing the pool for the installation of new tiles and New Fitness Classes 12 rails in the pool. This means that the indoor pool will be closed for 2-3 weeks. Clubs and Groups 13 Another project that the Committee is working on is the updating of the locker rooms in Fitness classes . Building B. There will be new slip-resistant flooring, updated shower stalls, new toilets/ Dominos 15 urinals, partitions and much more. The updating of the locker rooms is something that Volunteer Lunch 16 has been needed for many years. Dance 16 We would like to thank the ARC members for their cooperation during these projects. We will keep you updated! Swing Memories 16 Kentucky Derby Watch 16 Party 3
Travel by Barb LeChaix "The ARC Travel Club visiting Costa Rica in March, with Arenal Volcano in the background." NATIVE AZ EXPERIENCE……DANUBE RIVER…. .SAN DIEGO ROCKY POINT ….. MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE…..PLUS MORE April 2022……It’s hard to believe that April is here…… Spring flowers and warmer weather. Hopefully, we can really enjoy April. When you read this, the Costa Rica group will have returned. I’m sure there will be many new experiences to talk about. The next trip will be the Native Arizona trip departing on April 18. Be sure to contact Dee if you are interested in finding out if there is still space available for you to join this group. (Dee- 480-496-0031) Native AZ trip….. April 18 – 22, 2022...$1350 p.p. (double occup.). This is a trip you shouldn’t miss. We live in AZ which has a remarkable history of the Navajo and Hopi Indians. Many live as they have for many decades. This is your opportunity to experience a bit of their life as the natives tell their story. In addition, you will experience several of the most beautiful spots in our state such as Antelope Canyon, Canyon de Chelly, and Monument Valley. Don’t miss it. Contact Dee if you have questions. San Diego ….. August 15 through August 18. What a great time to have 4 days in cooler San Diego along with the beautiful 4-Diamond Viejas Casino/Resort plus an included tour along the California Coast and a whole day in San Diego to just enjoy the sights and the weather. This was a big hit in 2019 and now we have reservations right in the middle of August. The cost is $450 p.p. (double occupancy) which includes 3 hotel nights, luxury coach trans- portation, taxes, luggage handling, and driver gratuity. In addition, $50 for free slot play, $20 food vouchers ($10 per voucher), and a $10 gift card to spend at the large outlet mall. We are planning to offer a group trip on either the USS Midway or on a Harbor Cruise on the free day. This will be an additional cost for those interested. We should have more details to share by the next newsletter. Get a flier with all the details and sign up soon. Mississippi River Cruise…. experience New Orleans then cruise north visiting several antebellum homes and his- torical towns, ending in Memphis. The entire trip will have the excitement with all the beautiful Holiday trimmings…. The experience begins with a first night at the Hilton Riverside New Orleans hotel on Nov. 27, 2022, right in the center of the fun and action of this unique city. On Nov. 28, the cruise begins heading toward Memphis. The cruise ends in Memphis on Dec. 5. We do have a block of rooms reserved at the famous Peabody Hotel (home of the strolling/ swimming ducks) to experience more of Memphis for those wanting this extra time. Our block of cabins has sold quickly; however, we still have a few for anyone interested in joining this group. 4
Travel (continued) Rocky Point, Mexico…… Oct. 24, 25, 26, 2022-- We know you are wanting this trip. We have two luxury coaches reserved and the hotel rooms. We have lots more to do to complete the details. I just heard a great radio program telling all about Rocky Point and the fun and safety of going there. The Rocky Point people love for us to visit; therefore, they do their best to provide a great time with good food, entertainment, beautiful beaches, spectacular sunsets, and great Margaritas and Mexican beer. MIM (Musical Instruments Museum)—We are planning to do this day trip with The ARC Women’s Club Day- trippers. This is a wonderful unique museum of musical instruments from all over the world throughout history. It is the best well planned, interesting, history museum of music that I have ever visited. Watch for the details. If you haven’t been there, you won’t want to miss this trip. Iceland is soon to be on the plans for 2023 and Eastern Canada will be back with an early fall 2023 date. We expect to finalize those plans very soon. Watch for other shorter day trips. Continue to give your ideas and thoughts for fall 2022 and 2023. Leave your notes in the travel mailbox to the left of the fireplace in the Social Area at the ARC or send/call a message to Barb, bjlechaix@gamil.com (480-893-2658) or to Dee, deem81@cox.net (480-496-0021). Remember to check the arcaz.net website. Go to the clubs and scroll to the travel club. Our plans are there, and you can print fliers from the website. If you contact us, we will also add you to our travel email list. Library by Ruth Steinbrunner The BIG NEWS is the Used Book Sale on Friday and Saturday, April 8th and 9th, from 8:30 AM until 2 PM. Dell Taylor is heading up this activity and with the other librarians has sorted through enough books to fill the 6 tables that will be set up in the ARC Parking Lot near Cheyenne Drive. Paperbacks will be sold for $.50, hardback books for $1, and coffee table type books for $5. Proceeds from the sale will help us purchase more large print books and other items for the library. Reference books, best sellers and award winning books, history, special interest (such as travel, sports or automobiles), biographies, romance, mystery and spy thrillers provide something for every taste and interest. Check it out and invite your friends, neighbors, and family members to come support the ARC Library! Your librarians hope you are finding books that interest you in the ARC’s reorganized library. Although we cannot develop every series that may be of interest, the black notebook binder has a listing of all the series in the collec- tion with a page for each author, a list of the books in the series and which book are currently “owned” by the library. This past month we added Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon series, including The DaVinci Code. Roots Genealogy by Dave Trombley Tips to begin genealogy research include: 2) Always use birth names when recording your research. Whether you’re working on paper or a computer, one essential rule is to always use maiden names or birth names. A wom- an’s surname may change two or three (or more!) times in her life, and you don’t want to have records lurking under several names. Always use the surname she had at birth. Likewise, if you have a child who is adopted, it is usually best to use his or her birth surname, too, if known. (More tips in future ARC Life articles). You may join the Roots Genealogy group on the third Thursday of each month in the multi-purpose room at 1 PM for help. The April meeting will be on the 21st and will discuss wars in which the U.S. was a participant and how they affect our research (re-scheduled from March). 5
Support the Troops by Carolyn Brinkley This is a BIG Reminder! The troops need your support. We are going to send boxes of goodies from home April 27, 2022. The boxes will be packed on that day from 9 AM until done. We need hard candy. Please remember we cannot send chocolate. A list of donations: travel size toothpaste, beef jerky, small cans of Prin- gles, Dried fruit/Trail mix, Granola bars, Nuts, Individual drink mix (single serving of Crystal Light/Kool-aid),cross word puzzles, Sudoku, Individual packets of Starbucks coffee, Menos rolls, Crackerjacks, pens, pencils, magazines, Band aids, Handi wipes, gum, crew neck white t-shits L/XL, white socks, Individual fruit snacks, money may be left at the Front Desk. Look for the box in the lobby and leave donations. Thank you. Please, bring your OLD important papers to the ARC on April 23, 2022 to be shredded. On the 23rd of April there will be a Shred-A-Thon for 4 dollars per banker-sized box. This is a fund raising project to raise funds to send boxes to the men and women serving in the services in foreign countries. This event is from 9 AM -11 AM in the parking lot of the ARC. There will be information later about other activities we will be having to raise funds to continue sending boxes to the Service Men and Women. Looking forward to seeing you. Thank you for making all this possible. Table Tennis by Dave Trombley To summarize recent ARC Life articles: Table tennis dramatically improves your reflexes, improves hand-eye coordination, improves your mental alertness and concentration, helps your mind and body develop mental acuity, burns calories, is low impact, keeps you flexible, improves your balance, helps you build strength, improves your heart health and it actually can help treat early-onset dementia. Join us for free trial use of equipment on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 AM to 11 AM in the Building B Aerobics room. We are happy to once again offer free table tennis instructions, upon request, for the experienced or inexperienced player. Gift Shoppe by Sylvia Holt SPRING…into the Gift Shoppe for all things that make you happy and smile! See all the wonderful and unique items that your fellow ARC members create. Going to the Kentucky Derby party and need a hat??—we have hats for sale now in the Gift Shoppe! 6
News from the Activities Committee Linda Vallade, Activities Committee Member, is busy planning the next Committee Event—The Kentucky Derby Watch Party on May 7th. Doors open starting at 3 PM. This will be a fun and dressy affair for anyone who enjoys getting into the spirit of the Classy Kentucky Derby Event. Tickets are free while they last. The event starts with traditional Kentucky derby appetizers while we watch the pre- race on live TV. There will be the traditional Mint Julep drink mixer available at 4 PM and all you have to do is add your own bourbon to make it an official Mint Julip. Attendees will be given a raffle ticket upon entrance and can drop their ticket in the box representing the horse they think will win. After the race, one raffle ticket will be picked from the winning horse entries. That person will win the grand prize! After the race, everyone can enjoy Derby Sliders, and deviled eggs. This will be a lite meal. Next we start our own horse races. You won’t be running just rolling a big dice and moving the number of feet on your dice. We will have four rounds of races and winners take home trophies and door prizes. We will also have indoor horse shoe games. We expect the party to end by 6 PM. See the ad on the back page for information on how to obtain a ticket. See the Home Arts article on page 12 about making your official hat because there is a hat contest. We have free black derbies for the first 36 men! Women’s Club by Judy Steffen Bridge by Ruth Steinbrunner This Spring there have been 4 -5 tables playing bridge General Meeting Monday, April 11, 2022 each week. An increasing number of ARC members are Arizona Nursery Association enjoying playing Party or Contract Bridge. Any ARC Cheryl Goar Koury – Executive Director member who is interested in playing bridge on a regular or semi-regular basis is welcome to join us and enjoy the camaraderie and challenge of bridge play. The Bridge Group meets on Thursdays from 12:30 PM – 4 PM in the Extension. Starting in March. the Thursday Bridge Group began a The Arizona Nursey Association was established in series of weekly bridge tutorials before bridge play at 1959 as a professional trade organization dedicated to 11:30 AM on Thursdays. The tutorials, taught by Bridge the promotion and advancement of the nursery industry for its members and the public. Their purpose is (plus Group Members, are an opportunity to review aspects much more): of the game, ask questions, and pick up some new ideas. Each week, a topic such as opening bids, is pre- To promote a better understanding of nursery ser- sented with discussion and examples. vices, plant material and the use of garden products by the general public. As the weather heats up, if you play bridge, come join To promote and encourage the nursey indus- us in the cool comfort of the ARC’s Extension Room. try to better service the ultimate retail consum- Something to smile about:” If bridge is just a game, er then the Grand Canyon is just a hole in Arizona.” To provide speakers for public events, garden clubs, schools, etc., to explain the different facets of gar- dening. Monday, September 12, 2022 ----- BINGO Saturday ----- White Elephant Sale Saturday ----- Don Scott Clothing Sale 7
Lobby Display Case by Sylvia Holt Readers Roundtable by Marianne Hutchinson You have been treated so far this year to a Toaster Readers Roundtable: Collection by Don Ellwanger… Mini quilters by the Saguaro Strippers…Stained glass April 4 Tears of Amber by Sofia Segovia creations from Club members… To be presented by Marianne Hutchinson AND NOW for April you will see in the Lobby Display May 2 The Cloister by James Carroll Case the Painted Pony’s collection from Cathy Open Forum Hawthorne. June 6 All This I Give to You by Delores Redondo Your collection could be the next one displayed! Let us Open Forum know of your area of interest. The Readers Roundtable meets the first Monday of the It would be so disappointing to see empty display cases month at 2 PM in the Multipurpose Room. in May – June – July…Please contact Sylvia Holt, hholtsb@cox.net or American Legion/Vets Club—by Pete Meier Jan Christian jchristian4221@gmail.com Spring has sprung! Now we are enjoying the weather Woodshop Sawdust by Geri Cunningham that everyone comes to visit for. We are busily planning for The Easter Parade. As you know, the American Legion leads the parade. If you have a Burial Flag you We would like to thank all those who showed their sup- want flown, please contact Rod Green 480-234-0755. port for the Woodshop by attending our annual Wood- shop Pancake Breakfast. Special thanks goes to Dennis We will be having a special Remembrance Ceremony Wood and all the volunteers who pitched in to make this during our April meeting. Our meetings are open to all. a successful event. The craft show moved indoors due We meet on the 3rd Wed. of the month at 4 PM in the to weather forecasts but still enjoyed a good attendance Main Hall. We have a short meeting and have Happy and sales. Hour thereafter with lite refreshments and beer and wine. Hope to see you there. Tickets for the train raffle will continue throughout the year, with the drawing in December 2022. We will have lobby sales periodically for more chances to buy a ticket. Arts and Crafts Fair by Pattie Burke Woodshop Train Raffle After having to delay our Annual Craft Fair due to the Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 pandemic, we are excited to announce that the fair will Drawing in December 2022 take place on November 19th, 2022, and I happily accept my position as Chair to coordinate this enjoyable The Executive Board will continue to meet throughout event. the spring and summer with our next General Member- ship Meeting on October 8, 2022. The shop is open and Originally from New Jersey, I have coordinated Arts & membership is only $20 a year. A monitor is on duty to Craft Fairs for my church and community for many help you get started with your next project. The shop has years. Since moving to Arizona 16 years ago, I have all the tools needed to complete almost any wood continued coordinating craft fairs for church and project from turning a beautiful bowl to cutting and my children’s school fundraisers. Now an empty nester, assembling any DIY project. I am excited to be able to get back to doing what I so enjoyed in past years. I look forward to working with our crafters and commit- tee members and I will do my best to ensure a fun and successful event. 8
Pieces of Stained Glass by Ruth Steinbrunner On the morning of Wednesday, March 30, the Stained Glass Club hosted an Open House in the Studio for members of the other clubs in the Craft Building. The club wanted to celebrate the newest addition to our studio with our fellow artisans. The picture shows the southwestern stained glass piece in the door leading into the studio. John Campbell de- signed it and began work on it. Michalene Eves, Margot Elliott and Ruth Steinbrunner completed the stained glass work and John Cunningham (Wood Shop) provided the expertise to install it in the door. The date marks almost a year from the beginning of the process. The original stained glass from the door will be re-purposed as a mirror in the studio. The ARC display case in March, highlighted some of the possibilities for creating with glass. We hope the display piqued your interest, as members are eager to share their love for creating with stained glass with you. An Introduction to Stained Glass began the last Thursday of March and another may be added with interest. Currently, Thursday morning is reserved for classes, but other days and times may be pos- sible. Sign up in the Classes Book under Stained Glass in the Main Building and someone will contact you. For anyone who has taken the Intro class and would like to create without having to cut and grind glass, the Bevels and Curlicues Class is planned for 3 weeks starting April 28. Please sign up if interested. Members should mark Wednesday, April 20 at 1 PM on their calendar for the last meeting until October. We will meet in the meeting room (off the Social Area) in the Main Building. Nomination of officers and plans for this summer and fall, as well as, the 2022-2023 year will be discussed. Rocco’s Cheesesteak and Mediterranean food by Tzikii Bring your beverages, friends, fido and enjoy live music outside on the beautiful ARC Front Lawn Ice Cream Bars and Cookies at 6 PM compliments of the Activities Committee 9
Jewelry Crafters by Wally Sorenson Our club's Annual Holiday Party was held March 9th due to covid concerns. The club supplied turkey, ham, buns, wine, soda, and water for the party. The party attendees each brought a dish to share and a feast was made! The tables were brightly colored with tablecloths and flower centerpieces. One lucky person at each table won their centerpiece. We had a silent auction of lapidary items and played the "NO" game during the evening. Each person received one rib- bon upon arrival and if they used the word "no" they had to give up all their ribbons to the person who caught them saying it. Ribbons were exchanged often during the evening but 1 person collected 21 out of the 42 ribbons that were handed out. Of course, the prize was a handmade silver stylized "yes" necklace. The photo is of the winning lady Ok Sun Darnell and Bob Bartz. More photos of the holiday party can be found in the JCC bulletin board in Building C. Have you ever wondered what a 3D printer is? The printers can be used to print most any solid object in 3 dimensions. Two of our club members have 3D printers and they use them to print jewelry molds for lost wax casting. Are you interested in learning how to use a 3D printer? If so, please send an email to: bmusik@cox.net. The Jewelry Crafters Club currently has three main areas of focus: lost wax casting, rock cutting and polishing, and silversmithing. The Club offers classes to teach these skills. In years past, the club also had a focus in rock tumbling. In fact, we still have all the equipment for rock tumbling. We have two large rock tumblers and all the medium tumblers for the various stages of tumbling. If you have interest in this area, please contact a monitor. The last Basic Silversmithing Course of the season will start on April 7th and will continue every Thursday of April from 9AM until noon. Please sign up in the "classes offered" book in the ARC Main Building under the event TV. Classes for Rock Cutting and Polishing will be begin on Wednesday, April 6th from 9 AM until noon. In one 3 hour class you will learn to take a raw slabbed stone and turn it into a polished and shaped stone that can be used for fine jewelry. This course will be offered on the 1st Wednesday of each month throughout the summer. Please sign up in the "Classes Offered" book in the ARC Main Building under the event TV. Senior Living Speaker Series Continues—April 26th—6 PM Main Hall How to Declutter and Organize Your House And How to Get the Most Out of Selling Your House Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? Need tips for organizing your house or garage? Need assistance downsizing, packing or unpacking? Jenny Almodovar, “More Than A Move,” will share her tips and tricks for accomplishing some of the most daunting tasks for decluttering and organizing your home. Carol Phillips, author of “Transitions with Dignity”, will discuss how to get the most out of selling your home and the top 10 mistakes to avoid when selling your home. Topics include: The current market in Ahwatukee, How to deter- mine your home’s value, What repairs make the most sense, The importance of curb appeal and much more. Even if you are not planning to sell, you will learn something new. FREE Carol’s book free for all attendees who did not receive one last month Sign up in advance in the Social Area Events Binder Dessert and Coffee Served 10
Entertainers by Larry Riggs BIG BAND TO APPEAR AT THE ARC Valley-based Swing Memories will perform in the ARC Main Hall on April 23 at 7 PM. On its website, the group describes itself as a Glenn Miller-Style 16-Member Band. Their repertoire, which includes both instrumentals and vocals, features favorite songs from the swing era such as “Autumn Leaves,” “Sentimental Journey,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” and “How High the Moon.” There will also be a Swing Dance Couple at the show, and there will be space to dance for audience members who are so inclined. Tickets for the show will go on sale beginning Saturday, April 9. A sign-up sheet will be available at 6:30 AM at the ARC front desk and sales will begin at 9 AM reserved. Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card. After the first day, tickets will be sold from 9—11 AM Monday-Saturday. Sales will continue as long as tickets are availa- ble. ENTERTAINERS ANNUAL MEETING SET FOR APRIL 14 After two years of not being held due to COVID protocols, the Entertainers’ Annual Spring Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 14, at 6 PM. The meeting will include a review of the year's activities and presentation of service awards. Following the business portion of the meeting, there will be entertainment by a chorus called Vocal Connection, which is part of Sweet Adelines International. For those not familiar with the Sweet Adelines, it is the female version of a cappella barbershop harmony. In addition to the chorus, at least one quartet will perform. Leslie Dalton, a new ARC area resident, is a group member and helped arrange for the groups to perform. Dessert will be served following the performance. Even if you haven’t been a part of the Entertainers, come to the meeting to find out more about the group and enjoy the performance by Vocal Connection. Saguaro Strippers by Nancy Askin Get ready for the Kentucky Derby Party Thank you everyone who attended our Italian Night dinner. Home Arts will be holding a Crafting Session on We had a good turn out. These individuals are the lucky Friday April 22th from 1 to 4 PM in building C. winners of the beautiful gift baskets and quilted items: Andrea Wood, Bonnie Weakland, Katie DeNapoli, Dennis This event is a Hat Decorating Session for the up- Wood, Sue Witte, Becky Lindstrom, Mary Doney, and Betsy coming “Kentucky Derby Party” on May 7th. Mathison. So save the date and come and make a fabulous We are learning new techniques and patterns every month. hat. Come join us! In March, Cathy Hawthorne was teaching Mile-a-Minute quilts. We also learned about different types You will be required to bring your own hat to the of thread, how to use them and the right size needles need- class and we will supply all embellishments for you. ed. The cost will be $5 per hat. If you do not want a hat but you want a fascinator, we can do that to. The Our spring luncheon is the first week in April. We will be cost will also be $5. showing off our artwork that we have finished so far this year. May will include creating a Dresden Plate block. We There will be a sign-up sheet in the Social area in will continue to meet throughout the summer, so if you don’t the Classes Book under the Home Arts tab. Please fly north please drop in. We love to have visitors and new sign up. Hope to see you there! members. 11
Home Arts by Shari Silk New Yoga Class The Tuesday Nidra Yoga Class that was at 5 PM has been cancelled due to low or no attendance. Instead, Michael will offer Yin Yoga every Tuesday at 5:30 PM in the Aerobics Room. Yin Yoga is a slow-paced practice focused on apply- ing moderate stress to the connective tissues – ten- dons, fascia, and ligaments – with the aim of increasing circulation in the joints and improving flexibility. Most stretches and poses are mat and bolster-pillow based and tend to be held for longer periods of time (3 to 5 minutes). The longer held poses are the equivalent of a deep-tissue massage. This meditative approach to yoga helps cultivate awareness of one’s inner stillness. We have ordered bolster pillows. When they come in, we will start up this class. Watch for an eblast. Changes to Pool Accessibility Repairs and retiling the indoor pool and repair of the cool desk will start March 30th. The indoor pool will remain closed until all repairs are made. This is ex- pected to take at least 3 weeks. Next, the outdoor pool will be heated and warm on April 4th for all the aqua classes to be held in the outdoor pool. Children’s hours remain the same during Summer for use in the outdoor pool only Childrens hours are 11AM—1 PM daily and 4—5 PM daily. Children are not allowed in the Jacuzzi nor locker room areas at any time. New fitness classes in May In May, we will add two special classes to our fitness schedule. Both are taught by Donna Lewen. Safe and Strong: This is a chair class that is less strenuous than our Chair Fitness in the morning. This would be suitable for those needing to stretch their muscles and get a bit of cardio. Mondays starts May 9th at Next, Aqua Arthritis starts Tuesdays May 10th at 9:30 AM if the indoor pool is open. 12
Clubs and Groups Meeting Time Location Ceramics Tuesday 9 AM - noon Craft Room, Building C Charity Sewers Monday 1 - 3 PM Craft Room, Building C Clay Club/pottery Tuesday 9-12 and 1-4, and Friday 9-12 and 1-4 Pottery room, Building C Dance Club 2nd Tuesday of the Month Multipurpose Room Glass Arts Wednesday 1—4 PM Craft Room, Building C Home Arts Second and 4th Friday from 1 PM to 4 PM Craft Room, Building C Jewelry Crafters Monday to Friday 9 AM until Noon. Monthly Meeting 1—3 PM Lapidary Painter’s Studio Open Studio Mondays and Thursdays 9 AM - Noon Craft Room, Building C Quilters Tuesday 1 PM - 4 PM First and Third Friday 9AM—4 PM Craft Room, Building C Stained Glass Monday—Saturday 9 AM until 12 PM Stained Glass Room Woodshop Monday—Saturday 9 AM—Noon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Woodshop, Building C 1—4 PM Billiards Daily Noon - 3 PM Billiards Room Bocce Ball Tuesdays 2 PM – ***Played indoors starting in April*** Indoors Cycling 8:30 AM November through April Outdoor Bike Rack Corn Hole Any time—obtain key 14 from front desk for game pieces Outdoor courts Horseshoes Any time—court is in back of the Main Hall Outdoors Pickleball Open play daily 7 AM - 8:30 PM; Sunday 9 AM - 6:30 PM Pickleball Court Table Tennis Monday Wednesday Friday 9 AM —11 AM Moved to Aerobics Studio Water volleyball Monday and Friday 2 PM to 4 PM Indoor Pool Bridge Thursday 12:30—4 PM Extension Canasta Hand Foot Toe Monday and Thursday 1 PM Extension Bunco Friday 1 PM Extension Coffee Time Monday—Saturday 7:30 AM—9:30 AM Social Area DP Garden Club 1st Monday monthly at 1PM Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, March, April Main Hall Happy Hour Fridays 5 PM—7 PM Main Hall Dominos Wednesday 1:30—3:30 July 7, 2021 Social Area Mahjong Tuesday 10 AM Social Area Pinochle Thursday 1 PM call Jim McCullough 480-980-4093 Social Area Puzzles Anytime during regular hours Puzzle Room Readers Roundtable 1st Monday of the month at 2PM Multipurpose Room Roots Genealogy Third Thursday of month 1 PM Multipurpose Room Singers Tuesdays 3:30 PM Main Hall TOPS Wednesday 5:30 PM Multipurpose Room Women’s Club Board First Monday of month 10 AM—no meetings in June or July Multipurpose Room Women’s Club 2nd Monday of the month 1 PM—no meetings in June, July, or August Main Hall Vets/Amer. Legion 3rd Wednesday of Month 4 PM no meetings July & August Leadership Main Hall meeting 4 PM on 2nd Wednesday of Month in the Multipurpose room 13
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Join the ARC Cyclists on a ride—Tuesdays 8:30 AM—through April— meet at the Bicycle Rack in front of Building A Changes to evening Fitness Program Easter Parade on April 16th We have added classes in the early mornings and also in Those who are the evening to accommodate our members who are still walking in the working. Parade with STT Here are the classes we have for you: and Home Arts, line up on Wednesday, 7:30 AM Pilates with Donna Warner road Thursday, 7:30 AM Boot Camp with Donna across from McDonalds by Monday 6 PM Aqua Fitness with Shari 9 AM. Monday 5:30 PM Stretch and Balance Yoga with Michael *********Cancelled—Every other Tuesday 5 PM American Nidra Yoga with Michael******* but has been replaced by Legion/Vets will Every Tuesday at 5:30—Yin Yoga be the first ARC See description on page 12 entry and all other ARC entries follow Wednesday, 6 PM Aqua Aerobics with Shari behind. The actual number for the ARC entry will be Wednesday, 5:30 PM Chair Fitness with PK communicated when Kiwanis advises the ARC of Thursday, 6 PM Beginner Line Dancing with Shari our entry number. Dominos by Terri Rinaldi Dominoes are played every Wednesday in the Social Area from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. We have a great time and are looking for more players. Please come join us. Starting in April the new contact person will be Linda Russman. You can reach her at 608-780-0613. Looking forward to seeing you there. 15
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