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FITNESS BRIEF: MY HEART WILL GO ON
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RESIDENT SUBMISSIONS
Animal Attraction
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ADOPTING A PLANT-BASED LIFESTYLE
Against the Grain
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ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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NEW RESIDENT INFORMATION New to Sun City Texas? Please do the following:
– Come to the monitor’s desk in the lobby of the Social Center located at 2 Texas Drive to pick up your registration paperwork. – After your registration forms are completed, please return them to the same location. Within three business days you will receive emailed instructions on how to gain access to the website with your user name and password. You will also receive a link to schedule your appointment to get your ID badge. Please bring your driver’s license with you to your appointment. You are encouraged to attend the next quarterly New Resident Orientation and learn more about your community.
NEW RESIDENT MEMBERSHIP/ PHOTO ID CARDS
Member Services office 2 Texas Drive – 512-948-7720 Monday through Friday By appointment only
TICKET SALES, FAXES, ETC.
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, CLOSED New tickets (those in the Sun Rays for the first time) go on sale the first business weekday of the month.
GET YOUR WEBSITE PASSWORD AND LOG ON TO WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG HOW WE COMMUNICATE INFORMATION Sun Rays Magazine – First of each month
CA Communicator – email sent
each Friday and as needed Website – www.sctexas.org Channel 18 – Sun City programs and meeting broadcast NReps – see page 144 for your Neighborhood Rep and phone number NRO Bulletin – monthly email from the Neighborhood Rep Organization Town Hall meetings – as needed
Board of Director meetings & workshops – quarterly Committee mtgs. – see page 146 Member Services office Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
CA staff emails/phone – see pages 4 and 5
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NEXT NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION
Thursday, February 16 Club Expo, 8:30 a.m., CA presentation, 9:15 a.m. Social Center Ballroom, 2 Texas Drive Check the Communicator for details.
BILLING INFORMATION
– Residents new to Sun City will automatically default to an annual payment unless they turn in a form requesting monthly or quarterly bank drafts by Dec. 15 of the year the home is purchased. – Annual dues are due by Jan. 31 each year. – Bills will be mailed or e-mailed the first week of January for those paying in full, and the payment is due by Jan. 31. – Sign up for e-bills by emailing
[email protected]. Quarterly and monthly statements will be charged a $2 processing fee for each statement.
– Pay your HOA dues by phone. Call 512-948-7680
2023 BANK DRAFT DATES A monthly bank draft will occur on Feb 7, March 7, April 7, May 5, June 7, July 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 7, Dec. 7 Quarterly drafts: April 7, July 10, Oct. 6
FEBRUARY 2023 ISSUE
Published monthly by Sun City Texas Community Association, Inc. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Jenny Phillips
[email protected] – 512-948-7392
EDITORIAL FEATURES
Jaime Calder
[email protected] – 512-948-7745
LAYOUT & DESIGN
Emily Wallace
[email protected] – 512-948-7735 Kara Matthews
[email protected] – 512-948-7731 Tonya Taylor
[email protected] – 512-948-7748
ADVERTISING SALES
Wayne Courtney
[email protected] – 512-948-7741 Submit ads to:
[email protected]
DEADLINE
Display Ad Reservation: first business day of month prior to month of issue.
CLASSIFIEDS
[email protected]. – 512-948-7762 Deadline: See page 147
SUBMISSIONS
Around Sun City photos
[email protected] Chartered Clubs, Interest Groups, Around Georgetown
[email protected] Feature articles, stories for What’s in Your Garage or Behind the Brick
[email protected]
Notice: Sun City Texas Community Association (SCTXCA), provides this publication for informational purposes only. All advertising copy/artwork must be submitted to the editor for pre-approval, prior to publication. Editor/Publisher reserves the right to refuse advertising. SCTXCA does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. This does not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods or services advertised herein and assumes no responsibility or liability for the statements made in this publication. Additional information regarding rates, deadline or policy and guidelines may be obtained by contacting the Communications Office.
Sun Rays Magazine reserves the right to edit any written content submitted due to space limitations or to rephrase or restructure such content for grammatical clarity. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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FEATURES 34 Animal Attraction | Residents share stories about their unforgettable furry friends. 67 Against the Grain | Adopting a plant-based lifestyle in Sun City Texas. 96 In Your Garage | Check out Bert Schultz's 1973 Mustang Mach 1. COLUMNS 13 14 29 44 55
Stay Safe, Sun City | Victim Services Unit Behind the Brick | Pvt. Edgar Joe Shields Fitness Brief | My heart will go on In the Garden | The spring weed invasion From the stacks | Author David McCullough
On the cover: Maggie Nyland of the Plant-Based Eating SIG Photo by Faith Burns Contributing writers: Cindy Bunn, Jaime Calder, Kathy Cooke, Kaye Davidson, Kara Matthews, Burt Schultz, Linda Zupan Feature photographers: Faith Burns, Jaime Calder
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
IN EVERY ISSUE
4 CA Info 10 Sun City Acronyms 12 Veterans Corner 16 Events 23 Dances 24 Outings 26 Health & Fitness 28 Channel 18 54 Golf 56 Support Groups ADVERTISING 30 Outdoors 45 Retail, Dining & Personal Services 57 Health
70 Seminars 72 Activities Calendar 98 Travel 1 00 Around Georgetown 105 Chartered Clubs 116 Around Sun City 138 Interest Groups 1 44 Neighborhood Reps 146 Committees
74 132 147 151
Home Solutions Finance Classifieds Advertiser Index
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CA PHONES AND HOURS Departments/Staff ACCOUNTING/CHARTERED CLUBS Accounting Director Dawn Pehl.............................512-948-7712
[email protected] Accounts Payables Heather Jones...................... 512-948-7717
[email protected] Staff Accountant (Billing) Davee Vajdos....................... 512-948-7714
[email protected] Accounting Technician Megan Bocanegra..............512-948-7718
[email protected] Staff Accountant Regena Dumas..................... 512-948-7713
[email protected] Bill pay by phone ............................................ 512-948-7680
ADMINISTRATION
Fax - 512-948-7681 Executive Director Jim Romine..........................512-948-7703
[email protected] Director of Administration and HR Katie Newnam.....................512-948-7704
[email protected] Director of Finance Ann Dodson...........................512-948-7711
[email protected]
Member Services Manager Cynthia Chapman................512-948-7716
[email protected] Director of Information Technology Allen Lovins.......................... 512-948-7737
[email protected] Senior Technology Specialist Bob Frost..............................512-948-7740
[email protected] Technology Specialist Mary Heffner........................512-948-7739
[email protected]
COMMUNICATIONS & LIFESTYLE
Director of Communications & Lifestyle Jenny Phillips.......................512-948-7392
[email protected] Communications Specialist Britt James...........................512-948-7732
[email protected] Communications Assistant (Bulletin Boards) Dick Baker............................512-948-7738
[email protected] (8 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Production/Communications Editor (Sun Rays) Jaime Calder.......................512-948-7745
[email protected] Managing Editor/Graphic Designer (Sun Rays) Emily Wallace......................512-948-7735
[email protected]
Graphic Designer (Sun Rays) Kara Matthews..................... 512-948-7731
[email protected] Graphic Designer (Sun Rays ads, Directory) Tonya Taylor.........................512-948-7748
[email protected] Sun Rays Proofreaders Pat Ezrow, Kay Frost, Susan Picker, Celia Plante Fair Coordinator Nancy Radek.......................512-948-7394
[email protected] CA Event Coordinator Jan Orvick............................512-948-7393
[email protected] Lifestyle & Events Coordinator Mari Parker...........................512-948-7736
[email protected] Event Services Supervisor/ Room Scheduling Chrissy Smith........................512-948-7415
[email protected] Setup Coordinator Amy Ringler..........................512-948-7416
[email protected] Travel Manager (Group Land Tours and Cruises) Sharon Musselman....512-688-74161079
[email protected]
Buildings/Facilities Activities Center | 1 Texas Dr.
Monitor's desk.........................512-948-7655 Mon–Fri..................................8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat–Sun....................................8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Community Standards Services Office | 2 Texas Dr.
512-948-7463 or 512-948-7464
[email protected] Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri.................9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cowan Creek Amenity Center
1433 Cool Spring Way | 512-948-7590 Monitor's desk..........................512-948-7591 Mon–Fri..................................8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat–Sun....................................8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Member Services office | 2 Texas Dr.
Member Services / Ticket Info ................................................512-948-7720 CA Fax....................................512-948-7681 Mon-Fri............................... 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Social Center | 2 Texas Dr. Monitor's desk........................... 512-948-7701 Mon–Fri............................ 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat–Sun............................. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Oaks | 301 Del Webb Blvd. Mon–Fri............................ 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat–Sun............................. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Retreat
1220 Cattleman Dr. | 512-948-7722 Monitor's desk.......................... 512-948-7723 Mon–Fri..................................8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sat–Sun....................................8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
COPs
Car #1..................................... 512-966-1339 Car #2.................................... 512-948-5701
Sun City Texas Pavilions and Picnic Areas Cowan Creek Pavilion 1433 Cool Spring Way, Bldg. 3 Legacy Hills Pavilion 200 Del Webb Blvd. Sun City Park Picnic Area 141 Sun City Blvd. The Retreat Pavilion 1220 Cattleman Dr.
Please contact the event services supervisor to reserve a room or facility.
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CA PHONES AND HOURS COMMUNITY STANDARDS
Fax - 512-948-7683 Director of Community Standards Carl Zimmerman.................. 512-948-7461
[email protected] Community Standards Technical Support Lead Ginny Wagner...................... 512-948-7462
[email protected] Community Standards Assistant Eileen Menchaca................ 512-948-7463
[email protected] Community Standards Assistant Sammye King...................... 512-948-7464
[email protected] Email required photos, documentation, etc. to
[email protected]
FACILITIES/HOUSEKEEPING
Director of Facilities Maintenance Stan Lyons...............................512-948-7411
[email protected] Maintenance Manager Marty Van Blair......................512-948-7412
[email protected] Maintenance Assistant Lucy De Leon........................512-948-7413
[email protected]
FITNESS CENTERS
Texas Drive | 512-948-7751 2 Texas Drive - Bldg C Fax - 512-948-7689 Cowan Creek | 512-948-7781 1433 Cool Spring Way The Retreat | 512-948-7764 1220 Cattleman Drive Fitness Center Hours Please see the website for updated hours. Fitness Information Lines Cowan Creek........................512-948-7780 Texas Drive............................512-948-7750 The Retreat...........................512-948-7763 Fitness Director Michelle Mason...................512-948-7752
[email protected] Fitness Operations Supervisor Dick Jenkins........................512-948-7754
[email protected] Fitness Manager Beth White............................512-948-7753
[email protected] Group Fitness Coordinator Kathy Carver........................512-948-7783
[email protected] ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Personal Trainer Coordinator John Rutan........................... 512-948-7757
[email protected] Personal Trainer Voicemails Michelle Dwyer...................512-948-7760
[email protected] Brendi Middleton................512-948-7782
[email protected] Mike Stuchl...........................512-948-7759
[email protected] Allison Worley.......................512-948-7761
[email protected]
GOLF
Open Every Day (Except Christmas Day) Golf Course......7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Golf Shop..........7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Director of Golf Josh Lockhart.......................512-948-7705
[email protected] Golf Shop Manager Sheila Diller..........................512-948-7564
[email protected] Cowan Creek | 1433 Cool Spring Way Cowan Creek Golf Shop....512-948-7580 Andy Miller...........................512-948-7583
[email protected]
Legacy Hills | 301 Del Webb Blvd. Legacy Hills Golf Shop .... 512-948-7560 Erik Beyer.............................512-948-7563
[email protected] White Wing | 150 Dove Hollow White Wing Golf Shop.......512-948-7570 Josh Lockhart......................512-948-7705
[email protected]
LANDSCAPING (Common Areas and Golf)
Director of Agronomy Zac Seith................................512-948-7486
[email protected] Common Area and Irrigation Specialist Carlton Mathis......................512-948-7792
[email protected] Landscaped Maintained Homes (LMH) LMH Superintendent Jeff Clifford............................512-948-7791
[email protected] LMH Field Rep Jimmy Hnisdo........................512-948-7791
[email protected]
Helpful Numbers DEL WEBB PHONE
Sales/Model Park............... 512-931-6900 EMERGENCY & WARRANTY PROCEDURES NO Heat or AC, SEVERE Electrical or Plumbing problems: (For emergency service, your home must be under twoyear mechanical warranty and a true emergency must exist.) Heating/AC Airtron.................................. 512-821-3163 Casa Mechanical............ 512-334-7300 Plumbing Casa Mechanical............ 512-334-7300 Electrical In-Charge Electric............512-778-6240 Other/Non-Emergency warranty service requests Via website: Go to www.delwebb.com; click Service at the top of the page. Scroll down and follow the prompts to request a home repair. Click Submit. Via Mail: Pulte Group, Attn: Warranty Department 9401 Amberglen Blvd., Building 1, Suite 150, Austin, TX 78729 All requests will be responded to within three business days.
EMERGENCIES
CALL 911 if there is a threat to life or property.
Georgetown Police Dept.
(Non-emergency)...........................512-930-3510
Power Outages
Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS)................................................512-930-3640 Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC)..............................................1-888-883-3379
Natural Gas Emergency
Leave the area and CALL 911 Atmos Energy Customer Service.....................1-888-286-6700
Emergencies related to the Community Association
CA facility.........................................512-966-8215 Sprinkler gushing...........................512-948-7701
FREE SNAKE REMOVAL
Joe Plunkett........................774-226-0810 Jim Christiansen................ 512-868-3504 John Leek............................ 713-825-0145 Steve Kelley........................ 512-639-0539 City of Georgetown Animal Control.................... 512-930-3510 FEBRUARY 2023
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CA News Let’s Communicate! By Jim Romine, executive director
CA governance 101
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ven with a map, compass, and a certified guide, sometimes it is hard to find your way. Unfortunately, the same can sometimes be said for those trying to understand how our Community Association (CA) is governed by reading its Governing Documents, which include the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs), Design Guidelines, the CA’s By-Laws and the CA’s Rules and Regulations. Given the complex nature of these documents, this article has been drafted to provide residents with a general understanding of the CA’s governance structure. Corporation governed by Board of Directors The CA is a registered Texas nonprofit corporation. Everyone who owns a lot within Sun City Texas (i.e., individual residents and the developer, Pulte) is automatically made a member of this corporation. As with all corporations, the CA is governed by a Board of Directors, who are elected by the members. The Board is authorized to create committees to assist the Board in running the CA. The role of these committees is to advise the Board on various matters and to perform whatever specific tasks are assigned to them in the committee charters issued by the Board. The CA also employs a full-time staff that oversees the daily functions of the CA. CA committees At this time, the CA has the following nine committees whose members assist the Board on a variety of issues: — Chartered Clubs — Covenants 6 | SUNRAYS
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— Emergency Management — Finance — Golf — Modifications — Nominating — Property and Grounds — Wildlife Management Each of these committees is comprised of five to nine individuals, all of whom are appointed by the Board and must be members of the CA (i.e., lot owners within Sun City Texas). As mentioned, each committee fulfills the tasks assigned to it in its charter. A committee only has those powers specifically delegated to it in its charter. Each charter defines the committee’s purpose, composition, terms of office, delegated authorities, committee officers and other issues uniquely related to that committee. These charters typically require the committee to provide the Board advice and recommendations on specific matters. For instance, the Nominating Committee provides the Board advice and recommendations about candidates for committee positions. The Finance Committee advises and makes recommendations on CA financial matters. The Wildlife Committee advises and makes recommendations related to wildlife and habitat management. The Chartered Clubs Committee advises the Board on matters related to the function and operation of our 54 Chartered Clubs. The Modifications Committee and the Covenants Committee are somewhat different than the other committees in that their roles are not limited to providing advice and making recommendations. Rather, these two committees
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible. – The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso
are authorized to make substantive and binding decisions on behalf of the CA and the Board. Specifically, the Modifications Committee is authorized to review, and to approve or reject, proposed modifications, additions, or alterations to existing homes. Likewise, the Covenants Committee is established as the ‘hearing tribunal’ of the CA and is authorized to impose sanctions for violations of the Governing Documents or any rule or regulation of the CA. Only the Covenants Committee and the Board may assess fines and sanctions for violations of the Governing Documents. The role of the NRO While not a committee, the Neighborhood Representative Organization (NRO) is a critical component of our governance structure in Sun City Texas. Their main purpose is to ensure proper communications between the CA and the neighborhoods and to promote fun and social interaction within their respective neighborhoods. Our neighborhood reps do a great job at both functions and support the active lifestyle our residents enjoy. The role of the LMH organization While not an advisory committee of the CA Board, the Landscaped Maintained Homes (LMH) organization oversees the operations of the program’s 708 homes. The LMH organization works with the CA staff, and its seats are filled by one resident from each of the seven LMH neighborhoods. The representatives who serve in the LMH organization are appointed or elected by their specific neighborhoods.
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CA NEWS
Board Member Views Submitted by Sandy Goodman, secretary
It's the most wonderful time to live in Sun City Texas
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ouldn’t it be great if the spirit of that old holiday song, It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, could survive throughout 2023? We in Sun City Texas have the perfect opportunity to make that happen — in fact, we already do! How often do you notice a kind wave from a complete stranger on their morning walk? How often do we greet one another, whether it is a friend, acquaintance or someone we don’t even know who happens to cross our path? Sun City residents are generally a friendly bunch, and we know how to exhibit kindness. Even though our community has grown — and is still growing — we are all part of this wonderful community we like to call home. Whatever reason brought us here, the reasons for staying abound. So many times, I’ve read on social media sites about visitors and their impres-
sions of Central Texas or Texans in general. These reviews almost always mention friendliness and kindness. What a great reputation to have! Are we Texas proud? You bet! Are we Sun City proud? You bet! Sun City residents have the time and talents to spread kindness by volunteering. The Sun City Texas Sharing our Senior Resources (SOSR) program grew from a tiny idea to a fully functional resource group, assisting our residents in need. The Community Association showcases nonprofit organizations at the annual Nonprofit Fair (Friday, February 17) and in the Around Georgetown section of Sun Rays Magazine. Opportunities to spread kindness are everywhere! Although we may come from different backgrounds, we all share the spirit of Sun City Texas. It never hurts to smile
CA BOARD MEMBERS Steve Ricks Vice President
[email protected] Sandy Gooodman Secretary
[email protected] Gerry Charlebois Treasurer
[email protected] Donna Provence Resident Member
[email protected] Steve Ashlock, President 512-532-3355
[email protected] ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
and greet a stranger. Let’s keep up this spirit and continue to enjoy this wonderful place we call home, Sun City Texas.
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER Go to www.sctexas.org or our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ SunCityTexas CommunityAssociation for up-to-the-minute information on CA facility closures or delayed openings.
Upcoming Board of Directors (BOD) workshops and meetings Workshops and meetings held quarterly
Workshop THURSDAY
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1 p.m., SCB Live on Channel 18
Open Door Session WEDNESDAY
FEBRUARY 15 1 p.m., MESQ
Board Meeting THURSDAY
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1 p.m., SCB Live on Channel 18
February BOD meetings
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Board agenda and minutes are posted online at www.sctexas.org > Resident Home > Community Association Info > Board. All board workshops and meetings are posted on the website following the meeting under Communications > Videos. BOD meetings are rebroadcast on Channel 18 on the day of the meeting at 6 and 8 p.m. and the following Wednesday at 6 p.m. Workshops are rebroadcast at 6 and 8 p.m. the day of the workshop. FEBRUARY 2023
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CA NEWS
Bits from Ginny's Desk
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Submitted by Ginny Wagner, technical support lead
ith spring approaching, it is a good time to look around your yard to see which plants need to be replaced. Our Water Matters and Firewise programs suggest choosing native plants that require less water and are not of an oily nature. Appendix E of the Design Guidelines contains a list of plants identifying their water needs, deer resistance, flammability rating and those plants that are native to Central Texas. To help with landscape projects, landscape bed worksheets have been developed by the Community Standards office to help you with those projects that require a B-1 application form. The
worksheets can be downloaded from our Resources page, found by clicking on the Contractors link located in the blue bar at the top of the www. sctexas.org home page, picked up from our office, or can be emailed to you at your request. The worksheets condense the Design Guidelines requirements and provide a simple checklist to ensure a complete application for the Modification Committee’s review. Finally, since February 14 is Valentine’s Day, and the Design Guidelines allow decorations to be displayed for seven days prior, during, and seven days after the holiday, feel free to decorate your yard with hearts, flags and cupids from
Find Design Guidelines, B-1 forms and landscape bed worksheets in one click!
Log in to www.sctexas.org and click on located at the top of the page. This will open the Resources page, where you can find the Design Guidelines, B-1 form and Landscape Bed Worksheet.
Tuesday, February 7 to Wednesday, February 22 in celebration of this romantic holiday. Happy Valentine’s Day!
One less risk to worry about
Submitted by the Emergency Management Committee “I could not eat, sleep, or perform even the most minor tasks. It was totally debilitating. The pain still limits my activity levels to this day.” — A 63-year-old quoted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
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Patriotic squirrel An American flag flies above a squirrel's nest in an elm tree behind Diana Crossley's home in N07. Photo by Faith Burns 8 | SUNRAYS
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hingles is a sneaky intruder. The virus that causes it can reside in our bodies for decades, waiting for the opportunity to make us miserable. Anyone who has had chickenpox can be a victim. That’s 99% of Americans born before 1980, even if many don’t remember having chickenpox. One out of every three people in the U.S. will develop shingles during their lifetime, according to the CDC. About half of all cases are people aged 60 or older. The risk of getting shingles and having serious complications increases as we get older. Long-term nerve pain is the most common complication. Fortunately, most cases are relatively mild, but even a mild case can be incredibly unpleasant. Many of you already know that from experience. The vaccine is still the most effective way to manage the risk of shingles.
the CDC recommends two doses of shingles vaccine in adults aged 50 years and older. Waiting to act until symptoms arrive is not the best strategy, and definitely not the most comfortable. The current vaccine (Shingrix), which is given in two doses, is over 90% effective in preventing shingles, according to the CDC. The vaccine is now covered under Medicare part D without a copay. Sometimes we worry about risks that are extremely rare and ignore steps to address more likely risks. The shingles vaccine is a step we often ignore. If you have not yet received both doses, this is a good time to get them done. Consult your doctor, and you might just enjoy 2023 with one less risk to worry about. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CA NEWS
Update your profile by Friday, March 17 Submitted by Jenny Phillips, Director of Communications & Lifestyles Even if you have been listed in the printed Sun City Texas directory in the past, it is critical that each resident log in to the website to check and update their profile in the online directory by Friday, March 17! You may also call the Member Services Office (512-948-7720) to make updates to your profile information. Please see below for important information regarding your profile and directory listing. Important: If your spouse or housemate has selected to “hide” their profile in the printed directory through their preferences, the entire household will be hidden. Please coordinate with your spouse or housemate. – If you wish to include a phone number in the resident listings by street address, please enter a phone number in either the Home Phone field or the Cell Number field in your online profile. – Birthdays, home state, emergency contact information and memberships will not be printed in the directory. – Certain fields can only be updated by the Member Services Office (Name, Address, Birthday, Chartered Club Memberships). – Renters with a lease expiration date on or before Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 will not be printed in the directory. Please contact the Member Services Office if you have questions about a lease expiration date on file or to notify of an extension of your lease. If your lease has been extended through your landlord or property management company, please bring this extension form to the Member Services Office to update your records. Note: Each resident in the home has his/ her own separate profile and must log in to the website using their OWN Member ID to check or update their profile and preferences. Log in to www. sctexas.org using your member ID (XXXXX-XXX) and password. When you arrive on the Resident Home Page, click on My Preferences to review your information and edit if necessary. If you need assistance, please contact the Member Services Office.
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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CA NEWS
Keep your controllers turned off Submitted by Water Matters, a program of the NRO
Your sprinkler controllers should still be in the off position. If it gets warmer in late February, you can water your flower beds manually. Use a licensed irrigator to check your system February is a good time to call a licensed irrigator to test your system. Several irrigators are listed in the Focus on Outdoors section in Sun Rays. Be sure the person you hire has a TCEQ issued license. The person who visits your home should have a license number such as “LI0007777.” Water Matters Town Hall Save the date! The Water Matters Group (WMG) will present our annual Water Matters Town Hall on Friday, March 17, at 9 a.m. in the ballroom. The program includes presentations on drip irrigation, maintaining your turf, xeriscaping and the City of Georgetown’s rebate program. Look for more information in the March issue of Sun Rays. System evaluations and road shows When warm temperatures return, the WMG plans to start the Irrigation System Evaluation Project and the Water Matters Road Shows. The evaluation project helps residents determine if their sprinkler systems are set to conserve water. The road show comes to your neighborhood or block to
Rick Johnson explains about moisture sensors during a Water Matters Road Show. demonstrate how your system works and how to operate it properly. To schedule an evaluation or road show presentation, please visit the NRO website and select the Water Matters tab.
SUN CITY ACRONYMS AC........................................... Activities Center ACA.....................................................AC Atrium GR 1,2,3................................AC Game Rooms MR 1,2,3,4...................... AC Meeting Rooms ACR............................. AC Conference Room AM............... America Room (Social Center) BC.................................................Bocce Courts BOD.....................................Board of Directors CA.............................Community Association CC........................Cowan Creek Golf Course CC&Rs..............Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions CCAC..........Cowan Creek Amenity Center CCAM............. Cowan Creek Amphitheater CCAN.............. Cowan Creek Andice Room CCF................Cowan Creek Florence Room CCF/G...................... Cowan Creek Florence/ Georgetown Room CCG...... Cowan Creek Georgetown Room CCJ.................... Cowan Creek Jarrell Room CCPL....................Cowan Creek Parking Lot CCPP................Cowan Creek Park Pavilion CCS..................Cowan Creek Salado Room 10 | SUNRAYS
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CCW................ Cowan Creek Walburg Room CGA......................... Couples Golf Association CS.................................................Ceramic Studio FC.................................................. Fitness Center FF......................................Fabric & Fiber Studio FR.......................French Room (Social Center) HC..........................................Horseshoe Courts HOA........................Homeowners Association HRNA ...............Hidden Ravine Natural Area L.........................................Social Center Library LEGY......................................................The Oaks LH...............................Legacy Hills Golf Course LHPP.......................Legacy Hills Park Pavilion LMH............Landscaped Maintained Homes MESQ.................. Mesquite Room (The Oaks) MGA.............................Men’s Golf Association NRO.......... Neighborhood Rep Organization NROB....... Neighborhood Rep Organization Bulletin OMATI............Open Meeting and Access to Information PC.............................................Pickleball Courts RLSR................. The Retreat Lone Star Room
RVAS.............. The Retreat Visual Arts Studio SC.....................................................Social Center SCB.............................. Social Center Ballroom SCPL .......................Social Center Parking Lot SCTXCA...............Sun City Texas Community Association SIG................................. Special Interest Group SG......................................Stained Glass Studio SP...................... Spanish Room (Social Center) SR.........................................Sun Rays Magazine TC.....................................................Tennis Courts TX..........................Texas Room (Social Center) VMP..........................Veterans Memorial Plaza WGA.......................Women’s Golf Association WS...................................................... Wood Shop WSCR...........Wood Shop Conference Room WW.............................White Wing Golf Course
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CA NEWS
Citizens on Patrol looking for volunteers
Submitted by Citizens on Patrol, a subcommittee of the Emergency Management Committee The Sun City Texas Citizens on Patrol (COPs) program is comprised of a group of resident volunteers who make up the community’s neighborhood watch program. Thanks to the program’s two patrol cars, volunteers are a highly visible presence while watching over our community. Program volunteers help residents in a variety of ways. According to COPs members Gary and Mary Newman, “COPs has given us a better feel for the Sun City community than most other residents might have. People flag us down to help out in different ways, whether to help look for a lost pet or report a possible water leak.” While on patrol, COPs members’ main mission is to observe and report. Sometimes the report goes to the Community Association’s (CA) maintenance personnel. But in situations which require assistance from Georgetown police or fire departments (or other local agencies such as the utilities or transportation departments), members represent ‘the first line of defense.’ “What has impressed me the most on my patrols,” says volunteer Dennis Reibestein, “is how residents are watching out for each other. 'See something, say something' is practiced here in Sun City.” According to Reibestein, nearly all suspicious person or suspicious vehicle calls are preventive calls in which a resident saw something which just didn’t ‘seem quite right.’ A common misconception about the program is that it’s part of the CA’s Community Standards department. However, COPs volunteers do NOT monitor or have any reporting duties related to Community Standards or the Covenants Committee. Information about COPs member meetings and board meetings are always posted on the CA website along with a volunteer application form. After logging in to www.sctexas.org as a resident, click on the ‘Board/ Committees’ button on the right side. On the next screen, click on the ‘EMC — COPS Subcommittee’ button. All Sun City residents are welcome to attend any COPs board or member meeting and learn more about the program. New volunteers are needed and are always welcome!
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Remembering the Tuskeegee Airmen
ho are the Tuskegee Airmen? Did they all come from Tuskegee? Were they really the first African American fighter pilots during World War II (WWII)? These are just some of the questions that visitors ask at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, the birthplace of the Tuskegee Airmen. Yes, the Tuskegee Airmen fought in WWII. Yes, they were the first African American fighter pilots and crew in the US Army Air Corps, and no, they were not all from Tuskegee. The Tuskegee Airmen were trailblazers, pioneers and leaders in the fight against fascism and racism. These men were the cream of the crop, many of whom already had bachelor’s and master’s degrees when they first began flight training in July of 1941. All of the 994 Tuskegee Airmen pilots who graduated from advanced pilot training at Tuskegee Army Air Field went through 26 weeks of intense, rigorous training. The airmen had to endure the pressure of being the first African American fighter pilots and living in the segregated American South, along with
American Legion Post 174 Meets second Thursdays monthly, 7 p.m., VFW Hall, 1000 North College Street, Georgetown. All U.S. veterans and active duty service members are eligible to join. BJ MacMillan, 512-635-3729. — American Legion Auxiliary Unit 174: Meets monthly. Contact Audrey Anderson at audreyaanderson@ icloud.com or 512-731-8166. American Legion Post 228 Meets on the third Sunday of each month at The Oaks at Legacy Hills Golf Course. Membership is available to U.S. Armed Forces veterans and active duty military personnel. Contact Larry Mladek, 915-276-4258. VFW Post veterans groups: 1000 North College St., Georgetown, 512-818-2446 or 512-548-6497 for more information. If you are eligible, please stop by the VFW Post to pick up applications for any of these groups. — Military Order of the World Wars: The Capt. Robert Dilworth-USN Chapter is open to former commissioned officers from all military branches. Meets the first Saturday morning each month. 12 | SUNRAYS
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Segregation across the country and in the U.S. military were some of the obstacles these elite airmen faced. many other hurdles they had to overcome. Despite those challenges, they became legends. The Tuskegee Airmen still have one of the best records out of any fighter group during WWII; they flew over 180 combat missions without losing a single bomber. These brave airmen helped to pave the way toward equality and the integrated society in which we live today. National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior
Contact Ray Sanchez at ray58d@ hotmail.com or 512-921-1760. — Marine Corps League Williamson County Detachment: Eligibility is former service in the Marine Corps. Contact Sun City Texas resident Ed Hark, 512-869-0197. — Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 8587: Eligibility is campaign medal service, AFE or service in Korea for a minimum of 30 consecutive days. Female veteran license plate: US Armed Forces, Texas National Guard or Texas State Guard veterans may apply. Visit www.txdmv.gov > License Plates > License Plate Forms for applications. Heroes Night Out: 1150 S. Bell, Cedar Park. Visit www.heroesnightout.org for information. 512-986-7660. ID Cards: Camp Mabry, Austin, Bldg. #34, Soldiers and Airmen Support Center, ID Section, located off South MoPac, Exit
#35, 512-782-5976. Hours: M–F 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fort Hood, Killeen, ID Card Section/ DEERS, TJ Mills Blvd. & Battalion Ave., Bldg. 130. Appointments required. 1-254553-4444. Hours: M–F 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Veterans Burial Benefits: The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, Texas, offers burial at no charge for eligible veterans, spouses and qualified dependents. Residents who are homebound may contact Pattie Brady at
[email protected] or 512-240-5338 to schedule a home visit. Veterans Memorial Advisory Group (VMAG): A committee comprised of residents and non-residents; most are veterans. Those who are interested in joining the group may attend one of our meetings held on the third Thursday of the month (except July and December). Contact Jim Robinson for meeting location, 409-781-7828. Williamson County Veterans Service Office: Provides support obtaining benefits. 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, 512-943-1900. Hours: M–F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit wilco.org/vetservices for more info. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Stay Safe, Sun City
Georgetown Police Department (GPD)
GPD seeks volunteers for Victim Services Unit “Plant a tree under whose shade you will never sit.” ~ John Wooden, NCAA national championship-winning coach of the UCLA Bruins Each year, thousands of people are affected by robbery, assault, domestic violence, sudden loss of a loved one or other crisis. When first responders are called to a scene, they are sometimes accompanied by a victim services volunteer who acts as a ‘crisis care responder.’ Volunteers assist victims — and witnesses — in their time of need by providing emotional support, information and helpful referrals. Currently, the Georgetown Police Department (GPD) is looking for volunteers for the Victim Services Unit. What do victim services volunteers do? — Provide on-scene assistance and comfort to victims in crisis situations. — Use active listening skills to make inquiries and ask questions that allow the victim to voice their fears and concerns. — Contact family members, neighbors or friends of the victim. — Provide information on victim’s rights and support services. What qualifications are desired? — A willingness to serve others. — Strong, active listening skills. — The ability to ask the types of questions that encourage a response. — The ability to remain calm in a crisis. — The ability or willingness to learn how to de-escalate emotional situations. Individuals with medical backgrounds — EMTs, nurses, doctors, nurse practitioners or paramedics — can be valuable additions to a victim services unit. Retired teachers, school administrators, human resource directors, police officers, pilots, flight attendants — almost anyone from any vocation — can find ways to apply their skill sets and become a victim services volunteer. If you’re interested in learning more about the GPD Victim Services Unit, call Victim Services Coordinator Jennifer Hipp at 512-930-3521. If you would like to volunteer, visit https://ccmok.com/VSV to complete a brief questionnaire. You’ll receive confidential feedback on your response to 14 short questions. Georgetown Police Department • 3500 D B Wood Rd. Emergencies 9-1-1 • Non-emergency 512-930-3510 pd.georgetown.org • Visit us on Facebook ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Behind the Brick PVT EDGAR JOE SHIELDS
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By Cindy Bunn
have read many of the Behind the Brick articles in the Sun Rays, but never knew I had someone in my own family to honor. My father was a charming rascal and not a big part of my life. It was not until last year, when I began researching my genealogy, that I discovered the Shields family living right up the road near Coleman County, Texas. Edgar Joe Shields was my father’s older half-brother. Apparently, my grandfather was a rascal, too, having been married at least three times. Edgar Joe’s mother Rosemary divorced my grandfather in 1925 and moved to Canada when she remarried. Edgar Joe was raised in Canada and enlisted in the Canadian military on January 11, 1940. Extensive Canadian records show that rascals run in the Shields family: serving just over five years, Edgar Joe was reported AWOL on a number of occasions. He married an English “war bride” named Eloise Joyce Dawson on November 5, 1942. When Edgar Joe left Canada, he left behind his mother, two siblings and a stepfather who had lost an eye in
World War I and suffered shell shock. Life on their farm was very hard, and income from a small fuel business they ran on the side was lost when Edgar Joe went to war. His mother wrote to the Canadian government many times, begging them to release her son because he was needed at home. Her last request was dated December 1944. In February 1945 the Canadian government conducted an inspection of the Shields farm but did not find enough hardship to release him from his service. Edgar Joe was shipped from Italy to somewhere in France in March 1945. He died of a penetrating wound to the chest on April 11, 1945, somewhere in Holland. Edgar Joe was buried in the Holten Canadian Military Cemetery, Holten, Holland. He was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Italy Star, FranceGermany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and Canadian Volunteer Service. As a twist of fate, Edgar Joe is buried just a few miles from my 14-year-old adopted granddaughter, Lina. He is close to family after all. We hope this brick tells him he is remembered and honored for his service.
Pvt. Edgar Joe Shields
The Seaforth Highlanders of Canada Born June 30, 1921, in Dallas, TX Killed in Action April 11, 1945, in France Brick Location: Section B, Up 59, Right 13
Tell us the story Behind the Brick
Since 2003, bricks have been placed on the Williamson County Veterans Memorial Plaza in recognition of those who have served this country. But with room for only 48 letters, the inscriptions on these bricks tell only a fraction of the story. Sun Rays would like to tell the rest. If you have ever purchased a brick or have been honored by one, tell us the story Behind the Brick. Include the name, unit, ship or organization of the honoree. Stories will be featured in Sun Rays’ Behind the Brick series. Photographs are highly encouraged. Sun Rays will be happy to document awards and other ephemera upon request. Send stories to Jaime.Calder@ sctexas.org. All questions can be directed to Jaime Calder at 512-948-7745. 14 | SUNRAYS
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Events
Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
From the Lifestyle Department Garage Sale
As spring approaches, it’s time to tackle those clean-up projects! Do you have extra stuff cluttering your home and garage that you no longer use or need? Twice a year, the Sun City Texas Community Association and Jenny Phillips the Kiwanis Club of Sun City partner Director of to host a public garage sale. The next Communications sale will be held on Saturday, April 1 & Lifestyle from 8 a.m. until noon in the Social Center parking lot. Spaces go on sale Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m. and can be purchased online by logging on at www.sctexas.org and clicking on Tickets, or by visiting the
Member Services office. Only Sun City Texas residents may purchase spaces. For details, see page 20.
Beach Boys Tribute
Your Lifestyle Department is thrilled to announce the return of Endless Summer — A Beach Boys Tribute on Wednesday, April 5 at 7 p.m. in the ballroom, so mark your calendar, dust off your favorite Hawaiian garb, and get your friends together! This tribute show, endorsed by Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, was a huge hit with our residents at its Sun City Texas premier last August. If you missed this extraordinary performance the first time around or you want to ‘catch a wave’ again and have more ‘fun, fun, fun,’ make sure to buy your tickets when they go on sale Wednesday, February 1, at 9 a.m. Indicates CA sponsored event
PERFORMANCE — 'Those Were the Days' with William Florian
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PERFORMANCE — The Diamonds 'Let’s Rock Broadway'
Sunday, Feb. 5, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $20 pp Reserved seating by table Internationally renowned, The Diamonds are returning to rock Sun City with a high-energy musical revue featuring hits from your favorite musicals including Jersey Boys, Beautiful — The Carole King Musical, Mamma Mia and more! Their medleys will also celebrate songs from legends including Elvis, Frank Sinatra and the Beach Boys. The Diamonds burst onto the scene in 1957 with Little Darlin' which sold more than 20 million copies and went gold. The group also earned gold records for The Stroll and Silhouettes. They appeared on American Bandstand 33 times and were also inducted into the Vocal Group and Doo Wop Halls of Fame. 16 | SUNRAYS
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Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $12 Reserved seating by table Enjoy an upbeat musical journey through America’s great folk and pop songs of the '60s and '70s with world-renowned singer-songwriter and entertainer William Florian. William will be playing music from Peter, Paul & Mary, John Denver, The Mamas & The Papas, and songs from his time as lead singer for The New Christy Minstrels. With the perfect combination of music and storytelling, William blends a reminiscent sound with humor, evoking feelings and memories that will make you smile!
N13 Mardi Gras Parade and Dance
Saturday, Feb. 11, noon Everyone is welcome to attend or participate in the annual N13 Mardi Gras golf cart parade on Saturday, February 11, at noon. The popular 1-mile parade winds its way around Rio Grande Loop. Saturday, Feb. 18, 7 p.m., SCB, $15 pp* Neighborhood 13 is proud to announce the return of the annual Mardi Gras Dance to be held Saturday, February 18, in the Social Center Ballroom from 7–10 p.m. Music will be provided by Chris Miller and the Bayou Roots. *Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from Pam Helge at 106 Blanco Cove, 956-648-1509. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
NONPROFIT FAIR
Friday, Feb. 17, 9 a.m. to noon, SCB, Free to attend Be sure to mark your calendars for our 2023 Nonprofit Fair. Come to the ballroom and visit with representatives of area organizations to see what services they offer and find out if there is a cause you are interested in supporting. Do you have a nonprofit that is near and dear that you would like to see participate? Ask the organization to contact our Fair Coordinator at nancy.radek@sctexas. org for pricing and registration information.
Sun City Mountain Dulcimers 15th Annual Benefit Concert
Sunday, Feb. 19, Prelude 2:45 p.m.; Concert 3 p.m. The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd., Free Cash or check donations welcome; no canned goods, please The Sun City Mountain Dulcimers are pleased to present their 15th annual concert to benefit The Caring Place Food Pantry. Come support this community endeavor with your cash or check donation. Don’t miss the Prelude at 2:45 p.m. by our Aux Band Players, followed by the concert. This is the Dulcimers’ only performance for the general public. Throughout the year they entertain at memory care programs, senior living residences and preschools.
MOVIE NIGHT IN THE BALLROOM Esio Trot
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6 p.m., SCB, $5 pp (2015) 1h 28m, PG, comedy/romance Open seating by table Kindhearted and shy, retired bachelor Mr. Hoppy (Dustin Hoffman) is hopelessly in love with his neighbor Mrs. Silver (Judi Dench). Widowed Mrs. Silver is only interested in her pet tortoise Alfie, until Mr. Continued on the next page ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m. Purchase your tickets for CA-Sponsored Events at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office.
Continued from the previous page Hoppy hatches an audacious plan to win her love. A magical, warm-hearted film with universal appeal! A large cup of popcorn and a can of soda will be included with your ticket. You are also welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages.
Blowin’ in the Wind, and more. Join us at The Retreat as Carol pays homage to these women who continue to inspire current artists and gave us music we know and love!
Visual Arts Club Meet the Teacher
Friday, February 24, 2–5 p.m., RLSR, Free NEW! It’s time for the annual Meet the Teacher event presented by the Sun City Texas Visual Arts Club. Come meet the talented instructors, view examples of their artwork, learn about the different mediums and explore the classes! Everyone is invited to this free event.
FOLLIES 2023 Sunrise, Sunset — a Broadway Tribute to Life Presented by the Actors and Theatre Arts Guild
Monday, Feb. 27 to Friday, March 3, 7 p.m., SCB Saturday, March 4, 2 p.m., SCB All tickets $15. Theater seating. In addition to glamour, glitz and wonderful dancing, Broadway shows have beautiful, funny, touching songs about life. Who hasn't teared up during Sunrise, Sunset or laughed out loud at I'm Just a Girl Who Can't Say No? Join us as we begin in the ‘spring’ of life and use Broadway music to touch us and teach us as we move on to the summer, fall and winter of our lives. A Broadway show is America's gift to the world. Join the Actors and Theater Arts Guild as we present our gift of songs, skits and dances about life from 28 different Broadway shows including, among others, Porgy and Bess; Hamilton; The Lion King; White Christmas; Les Miserables; The Secret Garden; Big River; Always Patsy; Hello, Dolly and The Phantom of the Opera.
PERFORMANCE — Carol Montag: Tribute to Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins and Joan Baez
Wednesday, March 1, 7–8:30 p.m., RLSR, $12 pp Reserved seating by table Carol Montag is an Amer-ican folk singer and songwriter who has been described by folk music legend Tom Paxton as a “genuine discovery” and “the best thing to come out of Iowa since Bonnie Koloc.” SOLD Carol will perform a tribute concert to OUT! Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins and Joan Baez including the songs Both Sides Now, Send in the Clowns, 18 | SUNRAYS
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SPRING VENDOR FAIR
Friday, March 10, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. SCB, lobby and parking lot. Free to attend. Join us for the Spring Vendor Fair! Twice a year, our vendor fairs bring businesses directly to Sun City Texas giving you the opportunity to meet face-to-face with representatives of companies who are ready to help with home projects as well as healthcare, travel, financial and insurance needs, to name just a few. Stop by, visit with your friends and neighbors, and check out what our next vendor fair has to offer!
The Everly Brothers Experience PERFORMANCE — Everly Brothers Experience featuring The Zmed Brothers
Wednesday, March 15, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $20 pp Reserved seating by table Celebrate the pivotal music of the legendary Everly Brothers with this concert that pays tribute to their iconic sound and reminds listeners of the important role Don and Phil Everly played in pioneering the rock ’n’ roll movement. Hear hit tunes including All I Have to Do is Dream, Cathy’s Clown, Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie, and many more. The Zmed Brothers capture the pure voices and striking harmonies of one of the greatest duos in rock history. Don’t miss this fabulous musical event in the ballroom!
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EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
PERFORMANCE — Family Shiloh
Wednesday, March 22, 7-8:30 p.m., RLSR, $12 pp Reserved seating by table From classic country, folk and oldies to Americana, the Family Shiloh Band brings harmonies that will warm your heart. With every child playing a solid instrument, you’ll think you’ve walked into the Grand Ole Opry or a country jamboree! This Texas family band has produced three albums and performs all around Austin and surrounding areas. Invite some friends and join us at The Retreat for a great musical evening.
PERFORMANCE — The StepCrew
Monday, March 27, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $20 pp Reserved seating theater style The StepCrew is a dynamic dance production combining three styles of percussive dance: Irish, Tap, and Ottawa Valley in a theatrical setting. The only show of its kind, this amazing company is led by Cara Butler and Pilatzke brothers Jon and Nathan. Soloist Cara Butler is best known as The Chieftains’ top Irish dancer for the last three decades, while Jon and Nathan Pilatzke are undoubtedly Canada’s leading and most exciting Ottawa Valley Stepdancers. Accompanied by some of the most virtuosic musicians from the Celtic, traditional and rock genres, The StepCrew achieves the ultimate synergy of respecting traditional forms of dance and creating exciting modern fusions never seen before. You don’t want to miss this phenomenal event! This show has reserved theater-style seating — no tables. You may bring your own beverages in containers with tight-fitting lids. No food permitted. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Please be in your seats five minutes before showtime. Continued on the next page ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m. Purchase your tickets for CA-Sponsored Events at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office.
Saturday, April 1, 8 a.m. to noon, SCPL $55 per booth space (includes one table per space)
NEW! Garage sale definition: a sale of used household
or personal articles (such as furniture, tools, clothing, household items) to clear out unwanted stuff. The Sun City Texas Community Association and the Kiwanis Club of Sun City host a public garage sale twice a year for residents to sell their unwanted items and shop for new treasures. Only Sun City Texas residents may purchase booth spaces. If you would like to be a seller of goods and your items fit the above definition, purchase your space online or through the Member Services office. All garage sale spaces are the size of a parking spot, approximately 10 feet by 15 feet. Cost per space is $55, which includes one table. Spaces will be available for setup on Friday, March 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. NOTICE TO SELLERS: — No craft or resale items are allowed! This is a garage sale — not a craft fair or a vendor fair. — Sales of firearms are prohibited. — Items for sale will be strictly enforced. Violators will be expected to immediately remove unacceptable items upon request from CA staff. — Each space will include one table (approx. 8 feet by 2 ½ feet — OR — 6 feet by 2 ½ feet). — Sellers may bring additional tables or shelving if they fit within sellers’ assigned spaces. — No set-up or vehicle traffic is allowed inside the sales area on Saturday morning, April 1. — Security officers will be onsite to patrol the sales
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area Friday evening, March 31 to Saturday morning, April 1; however, the safety and security of your items are not guaranteed by Sun City Texas CA or by the Kiwanis Club of Sun City. — It is advisable to cover all your items in the event of inclement weather. Bring your own tarps. At completion of the sale, it is each seller’s responsibility to: — Break down empty boxes and carry to recycling area. — Discard all trash into containers or take trash home. — Carry unsold and unwanted items to donation trucks. — Leave space as clean as was provided at set-up. — Check out with a Kiwanis volunteer. Violators will be assessed a $30 fine. Only one rain date is scheduled: Saturday, April 8. If also rained out, purchasers will receive a full refund for the cost of their space(s). DONATING ITEMS TO SUN CITY KIWANIS If you would like to donate garage sale items to Sun City Kiwanis, please call 737-255-2907 for pick-up information. Kiwanis will be picking up on the following Fridays: February 24, March 3, March 10, and March 17. All Kiwanis proceeds from the garage sale go to the children of Williamson County. Note: Kiwanis does not pick up clothes, washers, dryers, refrigerators, hide-a-beds, pianos, heavy furniture or TVs.
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EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
aBeachBoys TRIBUTE
PERFORMANCE — Endless Summer A Beach Boys Tribute
Wednesday, April 5, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $20 pp Reserved seating by table NEW! Endless Summer is bringing the beach party back to Sun City Texas! This tribute show was endorsed by Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love for its outstanding musicians, perfect harmonies, and excellent showmanship. Relive classic surf and hot rod sounds as a six-piece band takes you on a musical journey back to the fabulous '60s. From the first notes of California Girls, you’ll know the beach party is about to begin! Do You Wanna Dance, Catch a Wave, or just have Fun, Fun, Fun? This show is not simply a tribute, but an authentic Beach Boys experience. Wear your favorite Hawaiian attire, and don’t miss this fantastic evening of music and memories in the ballroom!
PERFORMANCE — Rockin’ at The Retreat
Thursday, April 6, 7–9 p.m., RLSR Free with complimentary ticket Open seating by table NEW! Live, onstage and at The Retreat in 2023…a free, fun monthly concert performed by your Sun City Texas friends and neighbors! Sun City musicians will provide vocal, toe-tapping renditions of your favorite songs each month. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages and enjoy a musical evening in the Lone Star Room at The Retreat. Limit of four tickets per household. Continued on the next page ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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EVENTS Tickets for events listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m. Purchase your tickets for CA-Sponsored Events at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office.
PERFORMANCE — Oatmeal Sound Co.
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PERFORMANCE — Hot Pickin 57s
Wednesday, April 12, 7–8:30 p.m., RLSR, $12 pp Reserved seating by table NEW! Hot Pickin 57s is an accomplished four-piece band playing an energetic mix of bluegrass, classic country and Americana. Featuring an acoustic guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin and upright bass, along with lead and harmony vocals, the group’s influences include Merle Haggard, Hank Williams, Johnny Rodriguez and more. Grab a friend, and c’mon over to The Retreat to enjoy a fantastic musical evening as we welcome Hot Pickin 57s back to Sun City!
RESERVED SEATING BY TABLE What does this mean?
When you purchase tickets, you are selecting a TABLE ONLY. Seat selection is not specific. When you show up for the event, the seats are first come, first served to the table you reserved.
Wednesday, April 19, 7–8:30 p.m., RLSR, $12 pp Reserved seating by table NEW! Songwriting duo Edward Billock and James Hodges make up Oatmeal Sound Co. Although somewhat new to Central Texas, their beginnings took place 30 years ago when Edward and James met in West Texas — their musical connection was immediate, and the songwriting began! Their classic Americana style is showcased with original music and favorites from the '60s and '70s. Returning by popular demand, we are excited to welcome Oatmeal Sound Co. back to The Retreat!
PERFORMANCE — Shake, Rattle & Roll
Wednesday, April 26, 7–8:30 p.m., SCB, $12 pp Reserved seating by table NEW! The magical music of the '50s and '60s is reborn through Shake, Rattle & Roll, a unique, all-female East Texas show group. These Las Vegas DooWop winners will make you stop, drop and roll with laughter as they take you back to a time of innocence with their beautiful harmonies, choreographed moves, comedy, and hula-hooping skills. With over 1,000 shows under their belt, the group has delighted audiences from coast to coast and internationally. Come join us for an exciting evening in the ballroom!
Out for a stroll An egret walks beside the dam at Legacy Hills Park, probably looking for a mouse or a fish. Photo by Barbara Luna. 22 | SUNRAYS
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Dances
CA -SPONSORED
Tickets for dances listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
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Bob Appel
Friday, Feb. 24, 7–10 p.m., SCB, $12 pp Reserved seating by table Hailing from northern California, Bob Appel’s country roots are rather unusual. He was exposed to the country sounds of Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, and George Strait during the late '80s, and he became hooked! Since 2010, he has played everywhere from dance halls and old Opry shows to honky-tonks to keep this rich tradition alive. Very popular in Sun City Texas, we are thrilled to welcome Bob Appel back!
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Groove Knight
Friday, April 21, 7–10 p.m., SCB, $14 pp Reserved seating by table NEW! Groove Knight is a high-energy dance band featuring extraordinary vocalists and top-notch musicianship. This eight-piece group, including a three-piece horn section and two vocalists, are masters at getting the party started and keeping you on the dance floor. Feel the power of generations of terrific dance music from the '60s, '70s, and '80s, along with current hits. Returning to Sun City by popular demand!
Heybale!
Friday, April 28, 7–10 p.m., SCB, $14 pp Reserved seating by table
NEW! Renowned Texas
St. Patrick’s Day Dance with Uptown Drive
Friday, March 17, 7–10 p.m., SCB, $14 pp Reserved seating by table Let’s celebrate luck, life, and laughter! Uptown Drive will take us on a musical journey through the decades from the ’60s to today’s top 40! The group’s experience is showcased throughout the flow of their sets to ensure a non-stop dance party from start to finish. We’re all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, so don’t forget to wear something green and enjoy an Irish-inspired evening in the ballroom and be ready to dance! You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages.
band Heybale! features a consistent lineup of some all-time great country musicians who have played with legends such as Johnny Cash, Buck Owens, and Willie Nelson. Heybale! is everything that’s good about classic country, so whether you’re a dancer or just enjoy listening to great music, this will be a memorable evening of genuine, old-time country!
RESERVED SEATING BY TABLE What does this mean?
When you purchase tickets, you are selecting a TABLE ONLY. Seat selection is not specific. When you show up for the event, the seats are first come, first served to the table you reserved.
Second Hand Rose
Friday, March 24, 7–10 p.m., SCB, $12 pp Reserved seating by table Some of Central Texas’ most sea soned a nd accomplished musicians a re pa r t of Second Hand Rose. Their show is tailored to keep the audience engaged and dancing! The group’s music consists of traditional, new country, rock and blues. Grab your dancing partner and join us for a fantastic night of dancing and live music! Recommended by our residents, we are excited to welcome Second Hand Rose back to Sun City! ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
DANCE ETIQUETTE
We need your help! Please clear your tables at the end of the evening. Place empty glass bottles and cans in the recycle bin, trash in the trash cans, and return pitchers, ice buckets and table number signs to the hospitality table. Your assistance helps keep ticket prices low. Thank you!
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Outings C A - S P O N S O R E D Aladdin, The Musical Majestic Theater — San Antonio
Dinner on your own Sunday, Feb. 12, $144 pp Depart SCPL 1:30 p.m.; return 11:30 p.m. Discover a whole new world as the Majestic Theater presents Aladdin, The Musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin embarks on a journey that will sweep you into an exotic world of daring adventure, classic comedy, and timeless romance. Adapted from the Disney film to the Broadway stage, the production features a full score of Academy Award-winning songs, gorgeous costumes, spectacular choreography, and stunning visuals. Before the performance, enjoy an early dinner on your own in the historic Riverwalk District. Map and menu ideas will be provided. Ticket includes transportation and 6:30 p.m. theater show. Maximum tickets: 51. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather.
Cinderella, The Musical — Zach Theatre — Austin Lunch on your own Sunday, March 5, $110 pp Depart SCPL 11:15 a.m.; return 6 p.m.
With a new bold take on a classic fairy tale, Zach Theatre presents the enchanting story of Cinderella. In partnership with Deaf Austin Theater, and performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language, this modern adaptation will introduce you to new characters and surprising twists. With a stunning showcase of Rogers and Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including In My Own Little Corner, Impossible, and Ten Minutes Ago, this new
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4 Level 4: Challenging; strenuous activity Walking — Expect a walking tour or large venue.
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Walking and steps
Tickets for outings listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m.
revival is sure to cast its spell. Add a dash of romance, a splash of stage magic and POOF! You’re guaranteed to have a ball! Before the performance, enjoy lunch on your own at the downtown diners. Map and menu ideas will be provided to help with the vast array of choices. Whether it’s legendary Texas barbecue, delectable Gulf Coast seafood or fanciful Asian fusion, you’re sure to find just the right spot. Ticket includes transportation and 2:30 p.m. matinee. Maximum tickets: 40. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
Texas State Cemetery and The French Legation Austin Lunch on your own Tuesday, March 21, $52 pp Depart SCPL 8:30 a.m.; return 3:30 p.m.
Explore intriguing stories, unique headstones and fascinating inscriptions on a guided tour of the Texas State Cemetery, a history museum unlike any other in the state. Stroll beautiful gardens that pay tribute to the legendary men and women who made Texas so Texas. Next is lunch on your own at Main Streat Food Hall by HEB. Take your pick from five casual dine-in eateries, nestled in a pleasant setting. After lunch, take a trip back in time as we tour The French Legation, Austin’s oldest home. Built in 1841 for the French ambassador to the Republic of Texas, the legation provides a living portrait of the 19th century. Ticket includes transportation and museum fees. Maximum tickets: 36. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
Renaissance Festival — Sherwood Forest Faire McDade Lunch on your own Sunday, April 2, $61 pp Depart SCPL 10 a.m.; return 5 p.m.
NEW! Deep in the forest of Sherwood, a magical gathering has begun. Robin Hood and his band of merry men, along with creatures of the woods, are planning a celebration of spring! Forest stages have been set for music and storytelling. Tavern keepers and comely wenches are prepared to tempt you with delightful sweets, savory meats, and frothy ales while Tradesmen of the Shire have gathered unique pieces of clothing, jewelry and handcrafted goods for the buying. Enjoy games and feats of bravery as knights in shining armor compete for the hand of their lady ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CA-SPONSORED OUTINGS Tickets for outings listed for the first time will be available Wednesday, February 1 at 9 a.m. Purchase your tickets for CA-Sponsored Events at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office.
fair in full-contact jousting, archery, sword fighting and falconry. Put aside your cares for a day and join us in this fairy tale of a festival. Eat, drink, and be merry, for springtime has returned with the Sherwood Forest Faire! Ticket includes transportation and entrance fee. Maximum tickets: 52. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
Riverdance, The 25th Anniversary Show Bass Concert Hall — Austin Dinner on your own Friday, April 7, $96 pp Depart SCPL 4:30 p.m.; return 11 p.m.
NEW! Celebrated worldwide for its Grammy award-winning score and the passion of its Irish dance, Riverdance, The 25th Anniversary Show is a powerful and stirring reinvention of the beloved favorite. Fall in love all over again as you immerse yourself in the extraordinary power of its re-recorded, mesmerizing soundtrack. Enjoy the grace of its dance through groundbreaking innovations in spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs. Join us for the magic that is Riverdance as you’ve never seen it before! Our pre-theater stop for dinner on your own will be at The Domain. Enjoy an eclectic array of eateries that span the culinary world from Italy to Asia, along with a bit of South American spice and California flair. Maps and menu ideas will be provided on the bus. Ticket includes transportation and 8 p.m. show. Maximum tickets: 50. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
Chicago, The Musical — Majestic Theater San Antonio Lunch on your own Saturday, April 15, $115 pp Depart SCPL 9:15 a.m.; return 7 p.m.
Before the performance, enjoy lunch on your own in the historical Riverwalk District. Whether it’s fresh seafood, authentic Tex-Mex, legendary barbecue or a juicy burger, it’s always a unique dining experience. Maps and menu ideas will be provided on the bus. Ticket includes transportation and 2 p.m. matinee. Maximum tickets: 50. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
The Play That Goes Wrong Fredericksburg Theater
Lunch on your own Sunday, April 23, $63 pp Depart SCPL 9 a.m.; return 6:45 p.m.
NEW! Take an Agatha Christie novel, stir in a bit of Monty Python, then add a dash of Sherlock Holmes and you create one of Broadway’s funniest and longest-running plays, The Play That Goes Wrong. Welcome to opening night, where The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is putting on a 1920s murder mystery, The Murder of Haversham Manor, and a multitude of disasters are about to happen. From an unconscious leading lady and a corpse that can’t play dead to actors who trip over everything including their lines, this play will leave you aching with laughter as everything that can go wrong does go wrong! Before the matinee, enjoy two hours of shopping and lunch on your own as you stroll Fredericksburg's wonderful collection of shops and cafés along Main Street. Maps and menu ideas will be provided on the bus. Ticket includes transportation and 2 p.m. matinee. Maximum tickets: 50. Trip Leader — Jerilee Prather
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Perk Card Winner: Silvia Commisso
NEW! Devilish and delightful, Chicago, The Musical is an indisputable Broadway hit. A six-time Tony Award winner, this show delivers one big bang after another with musical numbers like All That Jazz and Cell Block Tango. Using minimal scenery and simple costumes, the scantily clad dancers pay tribute to choreographer Bob Fosse with dance moves that are still as steamy and sexy as they were when the musical first opened in 1975. Join Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, the two ‘Merry Murderesses,’ for an electrifying tale of sin, celebrity and a bit of razzle-dazzle. Guaranteed to be one helluva good time! ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Fitness
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October 1 – March 31 For kids ages 4–15 1-3 p.m., indoor pools only. Visit the fitness website for the most updated times, policies and procedures for kid swim.
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Aerobic Exercise What it does: Aerobic exercise improves circulation, which results in lowered blood pressure and heart rate. In addition, it increases your overall aerobic fitness, and it helps your cardiac output (how well your heart pumps). Aerobic exercise also reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes and, if you already live with diabetes, helps you control your blood glucose. How much: Ideally, at least 30 minutes a day, at least five days a week. Examples: Brisk walking, running, swimming, cycling, playing tennis and jumping rope. Heart-pumping aerobic exercise is the kind that doctors have in mind when they recommend at least 150 minutes per week of moderate activity. Resistance Training (Strength Work) What it does: Resistance training has a more specific effect on body composition. For people who are carrying a lot of body fat (including a big belly, which is a risk factor for heart disease), it can help reduce fat and create leaner muscle mass. How much: At least two nonconsecutive days per week of resistance training is a good rule of thumb, according to the American College of Sports Medicine.
Examples: Working out with free weights (such as hand weights, dumbbells or barbells), on weight machines, with resistance bands or through body-resistance exercises, such as push-ups, squats and chin-ups. Stretching, Flexibility and Balance What they do: Flexibility workouts, such as stretching, don’t directly contribute to heart health. What they do is benefit musculoskeletal health, which enables you to stay flexible and free from joint pain, cramping and other muscular issues. If you have a good musculoskeletal foundation, that enables you to do the exercises that help your heart. As a bonus, flexibility and balance exercises help maintain stability and prevent falls, which can cause injuries that limit other kinds of exercise. How much: Every day and before and after other exercise. Examples: Your doctor can recommend basic stretches you can do at home, or you can find DVDs or YouTube videos to follow (check with your doctor if you’re concerned about the intensity of the exercise). Tai chi and yoga also improve these skills. Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
FITNESS
Athlete of the Month
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By Linda Zupan
ersonal trainer Byron Goff chose Katrina Brauer as February’s Athlete of the Month. Katrina has been exercising at least five days a week for the last four years and has been training with Byron for the past six months. Katrina was motivated to work with a trainer after her twin brother told her that if she “wanted to see real results from exercise,” she needed to work with a trainer. Katrina’s original goals were to improve her strength, aerobic capacity, flexibility and balance. In addition to exercises, she and Byron discuss books on fitness and nutritional issues. As a child, she participated in a year-round swim team for four years. Katrina was born with diplegic cerebral palsy. As a result, she exercised to improve her muscle tone, strength and range of motion. Before moving to Sun City, Katrina worked as a receptionist at a fitness center where she learned about exercising and overall health. Byron observes that due to her fundamental knowledge about fitness and nutrition programs, she has become a “lifetime self-appointed student of how to live a healthy lifestyle.” She works out diligently, and Byron notes that her overall level of fitness has improved. Katrina loves the Sun City fitness centers, noting their cleanliness. She works out almost daily at the Texas Drive location. Her friendly attitude has enabled her to get acquainted with many of the regular fitness attendees. Katrina likes the elliptical machines, weightlifting and attending the Sit and Fit class on Monday mornings at 9 a.m. Katrina feels that good health is not an occasional choice, but a way of life. After she exercises, she feels ready to embrace the rest of her day. She stated that the greatest benefits she has received from exercising are “friendship, an improved quality of life, raised self-esteem and peace.” Katrina has many hobbies including reading, spending time with her immediate and extended family, learning new things and walking her elderly poodle, Rocky. She is a native Texan, born and raised in Houston and a graduate of the University of Houston. Her favorite indulgence is making macarons, French cookies that are pastel-colored meringues filled with jam, buttercream or ganache. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Katrina Brauer | Personal Trainer: Byron Goff Katrina's strength, balance and flexibility have improved since working with personal trainer Byron Goff.
Byron Goff
Byron has worked in Fitness and Wellness for 17 years. He holds a master’s degree in exercise physiology and is a certified personal fitness trainer through FiTOUR. He has worked with healthy individuals as well as those in need of cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes management and weight control. He has lived in Sun City since the beginning of 2019 and is grateful for the opportunity to help Sun City residents achieve their personal health and fitness goals.
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Typically, a massage therapist will ask you to undress to your level of comfort. It’s all up to you. However, if your problem area is your lower back, hips, or buttocks, wearing tight-fitting or long underwear can sometimes get in the way of massage work. Women usually remove their bras to allow the massage therapist to work on the back and shoulder area without getting massage oil or lotion on the bra. If you do remove your underwear, licensed massage therapists make certain that you are always properly covered by a sheet or towel. The massage therapist will leave the room so that you can remove your clothing and lie on the massage table under the top sheet. You shouldn't worry that the massage therapist will walk in on you; they will knock and ask if you are ready before entering the massage room. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to ask your therapist; they want you to be as comfortable as possible.
Fitness Center Happenings
Fitness class schedules may be found on www.sctexas.org, the Fitness Facebook page or in our weekly Fitness Communicators.
Questions?
Fitness class or class tickets Kathy Carver — 512-948-7783
[email protected] Personal training or equipment John Rutan — 512-948-7757
[email protected] Remember to check your weekly Fitness Communicator emails for updates and changes at the fitness centers!
CHANNEL 18 PROGRAMING
Channel 18 is available to Optimum customers only. Recordings of recent Board meetings and workshops as well as various fitness videos are aired daily. To view all recorded programs, log in to www.sctexas.org and click Communications > Videos.
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February group fitness All Access Pass — Unlimited
group fitness classes — $65! Purchase your February All Access Pass starting on January 31, and join us for any class all month. This deal is good for any of the classes offered on our group fitness schedules. Enjoy Kickboxing, Yoga, Cycling, Cross Training, Aqua Fitness, Zumba, Pilates, Chair Yoga and more. Expires 2-28-23. Nontransferable.
Channel 18 broadcasts the following: Sun City Texas Board Meetings and Workshops SIT-N-FIT Join Peggy Reddick as she leads you on simple but effective chair exercises you can do from the comfort of your home. Prerecorded. PILATES Pilates Flow with Allison ... fun and easy to follow. Lengthen your spine, strengthen your core and improve posture and balance. No equipment needed. YOGA Mindful yoga with attention to breathing. Gentle movement completed either on a chair or standing. Taught by Joy.
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My heart will go on
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By Jaime Calder
xercising after a heart attack may seem like an intimidating prospect. However, heart attack survivors who engage in regular physical activity reduce their risk of further heart problems, experience less fatigue and resume their normal routines more quickly than those who do not. In fact, exercising after a heart attack can cut your chances of dying by half or more compared to staying inactive. It's a pretty compelling reason to get moving, and according to Group Fitness Coordinator Kathy Carver, it all starts with that first step. "Walk," says Kathy. "Start slow. You will get guidelines from your rehab team on how long and what your heart rate should get to while walking and what you heart rate should be when you recover from walking."
It is important to get routine medical care and to take all medicines regularly, as prescribed, as part of your treatment plan. Pay attention to how you're feeling as you go. Can you comfortably carry on a conversation? If you find yourself feeling short of breath, you may be pushing yourself too hard. "I have found that many of my clients recovering from a cardiac event like to use a heart rate monitor while working out," says Kathy. "This will help with the range for your heart rate and will keep you in the correct working zone." As you regain strength in your heart, you will want to consider everyday changes you can make to prevent future heart problems.
"After a major health event like a heart attack, you need to decide to make changes in your lifestyle," explains Kathy. Aim to make exercise a part of your daily routine. Diet is another important consideration. "Nutrition is key," says Kathy, who recommends the Mayo Clinic heart-healthy diet. Recovering from a heart attack can be a long and challenging process. But by working with your healthcare team and incorporating appropriate physical activities into your everyday routine, you'll soon be on the road to a hearthealthy life.
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Animal
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Nothing compares to the unconditional love of our pets. This month, residents share stories of the animal companions nearest and dearest to their hearts.
COCHISE
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ochise was our first English Bulldog. He first stole our hearts when we went to pick him out from among a litter of four. He was only two months old at the time, but as soon as we walked into the brood house, he came running and barking at us like he was saying, “Take me, take me!” Cochise was the most loving, caring dog I had ever known. As a puppy he loved to play, and his favorite chewy toy was one of my old tennis shoes. We lived in Washington State at the time and when it snowed, he would lay on his back in the snow rolling side to side making bulldog snow angels. He loved to chase balls and bring them back. When the grandkids came to visit, he let them ride him, pull his ears, or whatever, without a grumble. It was not unusual to find my very young granddaughter exchanging her pacifier between her mouth and his. It has been several years now since we lost Cochise, but we will never forget him. Pets can be like your first love or like a lost love. They will steal your heart and then break it when they are gone. But while they are here, they fill our lives with unconditional love and joy that cannot be emulated by anything else. Gary Dennett
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drove to Missouri from Colorado in spring of 2013 to pick up a Maine coon kitten from a well-respected breeder. I named her Mollie. During her first Christmas that year, I discovered her love of Christmas trees. Mollie naps daily, sits most of the day and sleeps under the Christmas tree from the time it gets put up around the middle of November until it comes down in January. After a few years, I realized I could make Christmas cards of Mollie under the different themed trees I decorate every year. So now it has become a tradition to send a card to everybody on my list. Molly is content under the tree. She loves the warmth of the lights and the sparkle from the ornaments. She will sit in a chair next to the tree and just stare at it or she will come sit in my lap and we gaze at the tree together. Watching her fills me with the peace, joy and happiness that Christmas trees have given me since I was a little girl. Barbara Luna 34 | SUNRAYS
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BEAU-BEAU
Shortly after Linda and I met, we lost her border collie, Blackie, in a tragic accident. We weren’t looking to replace him anytime soon. However, when our neighbors were visiting their ranch house in Palestine, Texas, an abandoned 4-month-old border collie (our Beau), wandered through the pasture, made his way to the front porch, and remained there by morning. They loaded him in their truck with their gentle-giant German shepherd who curled up as little Beau stretched out across the back seat taking up all the room! Looking for a home for Beau, they sent us a picture, and we knew he was for us. “Little Guy!” Having experience with the intelligence and emotions of border collies, we were ready for Beau’s needs to walk and run often, herding anything he can! A worker dog has energy, is protective and cuddly! Beau loves to swim and is learning to jump in our pool. To have the privilege to take care of such a precious Little Guy and to be loved back in return is a huge part of our lives. We are treasuring him each day we have him. Jimi Carter
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As a dedicated cat owner since childhood, there is no better companion and comforter than a cat — or lots of cats! Sammy was rescued after our original three-legged Sam passed away at the age of 16. Sammy was a sweet, playful kitten, but not too street smart. During a bout with whooping cough, my husband asked if I needed anything from town. “A cat for a friend for Sammy,” I replied. Thus, Sheba entered my life. Sheba taught Sammy how to defend himself, and although younger, she became the alpha cat. What a life those two had together for 16 years. Sammy crossed the Rainbow Bridge at age 18, and Sheba just joined him at age 21. And now I’m looking to rescue my next kitten! Kathy Balsamo
bout 9 years ago, Murphy, a Sheltie, came into my life as a scared, unsocialized, poorly trained dog. A few months after he became my dog, we moved to Sun City. Almost everything he was exposed to frightened him immensely. Luckily, I learned about the obedience classes for dogs here in Sun City. We went through beginner, intermediate, and advanced training with Ruth and Tom Olsen as trainers. While in the class, I learned about Pet Partners therapy work and Reading Education Assistance Dog. I decided to pursue this for Murphy and myself. I had to attend workshops for each certification and then pass an evaluation to become a therapy team. Murphy overcame many of his inhibitions and has become a wonderful therapy dog. As a team, we have been to many facilities — schools, public library, nursing homes, memory care centers and represented the Pet Club at several events. He gives 'high fives,' shakes, and is rewarded with a treat after an encounter with all. Murphy is now 10 years old and beginning to show some medical issues that we are careful to monitor. He loves daily walks and dog park visits and playing with his favorite toys. We are hoping for a few more years of “work.” Mary Jo Burton Continued on the next page
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HENRY
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enry, White Miniature Schnauzer — This was how Henry was listed on adoptapet.com when we went looking for a miniature schnauzer. The really strange part about finding him under that listing was that we’d already decided, before going looking, was that we would name our new baby “Henry.” Very clearly it was meant to be. Henry was rescued off a puppy mill load by a woman who normally rescued rottweilers, but she said when she saw him, she just couldn’t resist. We had to complete an 8-page application and be interviewed by her, but in the end, he was ours! Henry had no experience riding in cars (he threw up five times on the way to his new home), walking on a leash or going up and down stairs. All were learning experiences for him. Once we conquered the car ride, he did not allow us to go anywhere without him, and we rarely did except in the summer when it was too hot. He also traveled on airplanes extremely well, except for the first trip, where he escaped out of his carrier and wandered off down the aisle before a passenger exclaimed, “what a cute little dog!” Thankfully, it was unnoticed by the flight attendants. We had Henry for 14 years before he told us it was time to go. That was a year ago, and we still miss him. Jan Fambro
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y puppy Patches is a 2.5-year-old AKC registered parti colored Yorkshire Terrier. He’s a tiny little thing – stands just 7 inches tall and weighs 8 pounds, but don’t be fooled by his size. He’s a mighty good watchdog, has a big heart filled with love and is very smart. It seems he increases his vocabulary every day and because he loves to travel he certainly understands ‘bye-bye’, ‘doing errands’ and ‘dog park’ where he loves interacting with other puppies and their humans. Patches came into my life during the peak of the pandemic when, like many other people, I was searching for a furry companion to fill the void during those trying times. I had a friend living in Bryan, Texas, who just happens to live across the street from a breeder who had a litter of tiny Yorkie puppies. I reached out to the breeder and when he sent me pictures, I fell in love with my little fur ball. I adopted Patches when he was nine weeks old, and when I brought him home to his new life in Sun City, he immediately claimed his space in the house and in my heart. Dee Darius Sims
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TIN LIZZY
ur household has pretty much always had a Labrador retriever in it. All were great dogs….and then Tin Lizzy came along. Our son’s purebred yellow lab got a bit too cozy with our grandson’s husky, and eight puppies were the result….2 solid yellow labs and 6 husky-looking puppies. Our daughter showed up one day with the yellow labs and a rascally female husky who is named Tin Lizzy. She has been the queen of the house since that day.
Tin Lizzy has the great personality of a lab and never meets a stranger. She has the energy of a husky, one blue eye, and sleeps on the couch. She sheds like an old fur coat. She sits near the dinner table waiting for someone to drop a morsel of food...leaving a pool of drool. When she escaped the yard one day and we were out looking for her, a neighbor opened his door and let her out. He yelled out, “She’s had lunch and is a very sloppy drinker!” Her favorite treasure is a squeaky ball….or any ball. Visitors are warned not to touch the ball, or they will be tossing it for her the entire visit. Many nights you will find someone in the hot tub throwing the ball for her to catch and return. Yes...she drops it into the hot tub. Cindy Bunn
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SHAMUS
Did you ever have a dog that just looked at you and you fell in love with him? That dog, for us, was Shamus, a 10-year-old tree walker coon hound. We were at the Georgetown Animal Shelter looking for another dog. All the dogs were barking and jumping except for this one brown and black dog who was just sitting quietly, staring at us with those big eyes imploring us to take a chance on him. We took him out for some play and ended up taking him home. From what we learned, Shamus has had a rough life as we are his third or fourth set of humans, and he has a plate in his leg from being hit by a vehicle when he was young. But even with all that, Shamus is laid back and loves and trusts everyone, except maybe squirrels and really big birds. His previous owner had trained him not to enter any rooms unless invited and it has taken us a bit to convince him that our home is his home, and he is welcome in any room. Many people in our neighborhood know Shamus. If you have ever petted him, then you’re his best friend for life, and he’ll drag us over to visit his friends if he sees them when he is out and about. Jerry Meinzer
PEARL
Pearl, a little burro donkey, was the best pet ever. She allowed my brother to play cavalry and jump off and on and yell “charge” without kicking or running away. On hikes from Grand Lake, Colorado, to Bear Lake at Estes, Colorado, she would be the pack animal. While we slept outdoors, no noise did she make. That breying can be a trial. The best memory, however, is when she allowed Santa (my dad) to put antlers on her head, jingle bells on her back and pull a one-donkey sleigh around the town to give children free rides. When we put babies or little children on her back, she would barely raise her feet while moving, being as gentle as possible. Special, unusual memories that make me smile as I write this. Delyce Ruyle Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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ur daughter, Laura, was walking through a residential neighborhood with her dog and encountered a woman jogging, followed by a young golden retriever. The woman turned as she passed Laura and asked if the retriever was her dog. Laura said no but coaxed the dog to join her and took her home. Laura learned that the dog had been chipped, so she contacted the owner. When she did so, the owner expressed frustration that this was the third time the dog had escaped from his yard. He said that the dog was a purebred and that he had paid $1,000 for her. To Laura’s amazement, he asked if she wanted to keep her. Laura loves dogs and agreed to take her, but with her own large dog and a cat, another dog was too much. It happened that my birthday was approaching, and what could make a better present for me than a sweet young golden retriever? So, I adopted her, with considerable support from my wife, Marti. We named her “Penny” because her red coat shines in the sun like a new penny, and she has brought much sunshine into our lives. Penny scouts far in front of us when we hike in areas where she can be off-leash, but she always runs back to us because we are now part of her “pack.” Ted Stude
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Having done rescue and placement for over 38 years, many dear souls have entered our hearts and home; each one will always have a special place! Our last rescue was Asta! I found “Asta” wandering on the street alone, matted and dirty; I stopped my car and called to him, "Hey there, are you lost?" I bathed him and tried to trim him to remove the mats. I took him to my vet; he had medical issues. The owner said he would let us keep him, as he didn't have time for him. Bob, my husband, had already retired so he was home while the dog recouped, and they enjoyed working our property together. We found a perfect home for him, and the new owner was going to call him "Tyler," so we used that name while he was with us. We finally placed Tyler in his forever home and got a phone call early the next morning to tell us that Tyler had never left the door and was waiting for us. We said we would be there in 30 minutes. When the door opened, Tyler jumped into Bob's arms — and that was that! When we got home, Bob said, "He's going to stay, and his name is Asta!" Bob had fallen for the gentle pup! Bob and Judy Worth
While on my daily walk, I would see a little lump of four-legged fur. One could not see eyes nor ears within the matted hair. He was tethered by rope to a tree, with little shade and no water. He took matters into his own paws, however, by escaping bondage and following me home. After failed contact attempts, while walking the dog past our neighborhood playground, a little girl excitedly called out, “Eddie! There’s Eddie!” The girl played with Eddie, and I visited with her mother. Yes, Eddie was their dog. She explained she must find a home for Eddie as she could not care for him, was divorcing and moving to an apartment. I offered to help her find a permanent home for Eddie. The first order of business was a groomer followed by a veterinarian. It turned out Eddie did have eyes and ears once shaved out of his helmeted mass. The groomer stated that he was a schnauzer, just the dog I said I never wanted. But of course, the universe just laughs at such nonsense. Eddie became our RV companion. He traveled with us across the U.S., Canada, even Newfoundland. He survived being hit by a car and being dognapped (for which we paid a handsome ransom.) After eight years of unconditional love, his enlarged heart gave way. He left us bereft but so much the better for having had him in our life. Donna Stewart
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grew up with dogs my entire life. All of my dogs have been members of the family — mainly inside dogs, couch stealers, bed hoggers and spoiled rotten. My heart broke each and every time I had to say goodbye. But Izzy was my big love bug, and I still miss her every day even though she's been gone for over three years. Izzy loved everybody and lived her life to the fullest every day. She loved her doggy siblings and would share everything she had, including treats, and me! She was a goofball with the biggest heart. To me, a house is not a home without a dog, so a new furry, wiggly butt has made my heart full again. Callie is my new love, but Izzy will always hold the most special place in my heart. In so many ways, she was a soulmate. She got me. And she asked for so little in return. Kathy Robertson Continued on the next page
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Jim's daughters, Kathy and Diane, with Chip during the '70s.
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Out of our five golden retrievers, Denali traveled the farthest to reach us — all the way from Istanbul, Turkey (arrangements made by Gold Ribbon Rescue of Austin). She was so happy to be on solid ground after the 20-hour flight to Houston that she didn't even mind her ground trip to Austin, where we picked her up. Since coming to Texas, she has acquired quite a fan base among Zoom square dancers, since she typically makes an appearance during our Zoom sessions. Dancers from all over the US and foreign countries (including Australia, Russia, Finland, China, France and Canada) will ask "Is Denali here?" Charlotte Larson
Our family pet was "Jim's Blue Chip," aka Chipper, or Chip. He was from the Jerry Lewis kennel of springer spaniels and ruled the roost for 14 years in the Scott household. He and I were the only males in this "harem" and yet we survived (and thrived). To this day our four daughters still have pets of almost every breed from those days. Truly girls' best friends! Jim Scott
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alking through the local pet store one day, I looked to my right. Down at the end of the aisle were cages holding dogs and cats, courtesy of the local Humane Society. My eyes lit up when I spotted a young cat. Looking over at him, I said, “Hi, Larry, I’ve always wanted an orange and white cat just like you!” Somehow, I just knew his name. I adopted him immediately. This bedraggled, straggly cat was mine. Both my husband and I fell in love with him. Larry became a close substitute for a dog — he would come when called, fetch, and meet you at the door. Larry ended up being a beautiful long-haired cat — in fact, the vet told us he was a Norwegian forest cat. Our favorite Larry story happened during one of our annual Christmas parties. Toward the end of the evening, Larry made his rounds, going from one person to the next. After several minutes had passed, I heard laughter and someone exclaim, “Look! Look at Larry!” They were pointing over to the dessert table where Larry had buried his face in the eggnog bowl, licking away to his heart’s content. And that, dear friends, was our very special Larry the cat. Linda Frank
MADEA
Since I have no grandkids, I have a granddog. Madea is her name, and since she has been around me from the time she was born, she still thinks she should be on ‘grammy’s’ lap. Drives my hubby and son-inlaw crazy, but that’s part of the fun! She loves to be loved on! Loves to go on walks. Loves treats of any kind. We won’t have her for too much longer. She has cancer, and one of the tumors is affecting her ability to get up and down or walk very far. I tear up just thinking about it, but thank God for His beautiful creation and the opportunity to love and be loved by her. Kay Griffin
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TIGGER
We loved Tigger like a family member. He was a lap cat and loved to be petted. He also loved to take a shower with our son or daughter or us. It was funny at first, except my wife Marie had to blow-dry him, so we had to learn to shut the bathroom doors. He also loved to have his teeth brushed which Marie did in the half-bath sink counter. When anyone went into that bathroom, he wanted his teeth brushed. Many guests would tell us when they used the half-bath Tigger would pound on the door. Tigger was also a thief. One evening while playing bridge, a guest left her purse on the floor. When they got ready to leave, she noticed her purse had been opened and looked messy. Her wallet was missing. We found it on the stairs with Tigger playing with it. Larry and Marie Holland Continued on the next page
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illy found us in the summer of 2020. We intended to give her to my daughter who needed a new kitty, but by the end of the first day, she stole our hearts and soon became a permanent resident of Sun City. She loves to be in the same room with us, but also enjoys secret napping places and high perches. She dislikes having her nails done but is always delighted with any deliveries to our front door that result in a new empty box. She is learning to ‘sit and stay’ for a treat, for a few seconds anyway. L-i-l-l-y is how you spell love. Peggy Howard
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My new pup Koko is a real lifesaver. She stepped into my life after a tragedy in which I lost a man who loved me due to a traumatic brain injury that left him with no memory of his current life. Alone and full of grief and sadness, I had a huge hole in my heart. Then I found Koko! When I rescued her from the shelter, she was a real mess. Her hair was matted, and she was scared to death — as was I — but we both needed someone to love. After grooming, she became a beauty. She loves me unconditionally and shows it constantly. Full of vim and vigor, she keeps me on my toes and has been instrumental in healing my broken heart. She has stolen my heart, and I am forever grateful to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for their devotion to all animals and for helping Koko and I find each other. Salli Aveni 42 | SUNRAYS
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MY SON FRITZ
A miniature schnauzer, not much of a son; with whiskers, a bark, and a tail. But he’s the only one I have, the only other male. Daughters, no problem, of them I have two; and they are fine, of course. They’re pretty and smart and funny, too; Of my joy, they are the source! But Fritz is my boy! My macho, stout fellow! Hero, man about town! He guards the fort, keen and sharp, alert for the slightest sound! There is, however, a sound at which he will quiver and quake and freeze. And that is the crack of distant thunder, or the cry of the Siamese. Gary Miller
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e was a half-grown mixed breed pup that someone dumped near the creek that ran close to our house when brother Neil and I found him. After much petting, he followed us home. Mother said, “No dog!” But he continued to hang around our house. Maybe it was the attention and food that we gave him; all out of Mother’s sight, of course. Sunday morning, we all walked to church, about six or eight blocks away. Mother was the last to leave, pushing the baby carriage with daughter, Diana. Scottie was trailing along behind. About halfway there, a vicious dog twice Scottie’s size came charging around a building headed straight toward Mother. Scottie lit into that big dog and sent him away, howling in pain. That’s when Mom decided he could stay. Scottie would go with me to school. He soon became a pet there and got a lot of attention, and not just from the students. One Friday our typing teacher, Mrs. Anderson, came out with a paper plate containing a hamburger and fed it to Scottie right in front of the lunch line of hungry students. In the school yearbook for my graduation year, the first picture for the senior class was a full-page shot of the class favorites, Alvin Ray and Vivian Jean. They were petting Scottie. His picture was actually in the yearbook in three different places. Mine? Only one. Oh, well. Robert Thurman
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y son had two wonderful boxers who I loved, so I started looking for a boxer rescue near our Georgia home. At a local boxer rescue adoption day, I looked into the eyes of a beautiful female, and I knew she was the one. Lexi stole my heart! I felt like I saved her, but she saved me. Lexi had been so mistreated by her original owner. She was very nervous and was terrified of men. It took three weeks of constant praise, treats, playtime and long walks before she would let my husband pet her. It took a while, but they became best of friends. She and I always had a bond — I was her person! I used to tell her that as long as she lived with us, she would have a wonderful life. We kept our promise. Lexi lived for 12 years. She loved to ride in the car. Everywhere we went people would say that she was the most beautiful boxer. She passed away three years ago. I miss her every day. There is nothing like the love of a dog. Lexi taught me so much — that in giving love to her, I had to have patience, lots of love and loyalty. I received that loyalty and love back a hundred fold. Having her in my life was the greatest gift. Judy Clark
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The spring weed invasion
he dictionary defines a weed as, "a wild plant growing where it is not wanted and in competition with cultivated plants." Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have never been discovered." Some do not see weeds as a real problem, and some do. This article is for those that do not welcome weeds. Weeds compete with grass for water and nutrients, and they grow faster than turfgrass. Weeds are native and that gives them an edge to outperform our non-native turfgrasses. One of the best defenses against weeds is healthy, dense turf. Thick, healthy lawns help to choke out weed growth by preventing them from getting the necessary nutrition and sunlight. This spring, many of us may see more than normal populations of weeds. Why? Many of our lawns suffered stress from last year’s unprecedentedly hot summer and drought. Our lawns will be going into the spring growing season with less vigor; you may have areas of thinning turf or even patches of dead turf. In brief, there are three categories of weeds with different life cycles: — Grassy weeds, such as annual blue grass (the dreaded poa annua), goosegrass, crabgrass and quack grass. They have thinner blades that are grass-like. — Broadleaf weeds, such as dandelion, spurge, hedge parsley and henbit. They have wide leaves and flowers. — Sedges, such as yellow and purple nut sedge (also known as nut grass) and green kyllinga. Weeds also have their own growth seasons: — Spring and summer weeds include henbit, nut sedge, spurge and dandelion. — Winter weeds include poa annua which, if allowed to flower, can deposit an enormous quantity of seeds into the soil which will produce more plants for years to come. 44 | SUNRAYS
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Weeds are either annual, perennial, or biennial. — An annual is a plant which germinates, flowers, sets seed and dies within a single year. — A biennial plant takes two years to complete its life cycle. The first year they grow from seed but do not flower. The second year they flower and then die. Bluebonnets are biennial. — A perennial is a plant which lives for many years and does not die after flowering. How to control weeds — Best deterrent is thriving turf growing in healthy soil with lots of biodiversity (living organisms). — Pulling plants by hand and removing the root system. — Herbicides (organic or synthetic). Pre-emergents are used to prevent annual weeds which come from seeds that are waiting for the right temperature to emerge through soil. They create a barrier on the soil. Over the years, annual weeds can deposit significant
“seed beds" which will survive in the soil for many years. This is the reason it may take several years to get control over annual weeds. With the changes in our weather, timing is everything when applying pre-emergent. To help control spring weeds, the best results will be seen if pre-emergent is applied when the soil temperature reaches 50–55 degrees in the late winter to early spring. Here, this would be about mid-February to early March... which is just around the corner! To help control winter weeds, the application should be done when soil temps reach 70 degrees for a few consecutive days, or early to mid-September. Soil thermometers or just a common kitchen probe thermometer can be used to check soil temps in the uppermost one inch of soil. Using pre-emergent at the correct time can save time and money as it helps reduce the amount of post-emergent needed. After the pre-emergent application, any disturbance in the created weed barrier — like aeration — will lessen its effectiveness. Post-emergents are used to control weeds after they have emerged and are most effective with spot treatment when weeds are still small. When applying any product to your landscape, always thoroughly read and follow the label directions. Send gardening questions to Williamson County Master Gardeners Association,
[email protected]. Volunteers answer questions one or two days a week depending on gardening season. Please be patient for a response. Send numerous photos of the whole plant and close-range images to assist with identifying problems. References https://agrilifeextension.tamu. edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ figure-60-sedge-weeds.png https://neilsperry.com/2013/01/whatis-the-right-time-for-preemergents/ ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Golf Teaching professionals White Wing Golf Course
Golf Cart Notices via SCTX Golfers Guide
Sun City Rental Car ts
Legacy Hills Golf Course Erik Beyer, PGA Head Golf Professional
Golf Cart Rules
Golf Cart Parking
Our Golf Cart Rules help to mitigate traffic on the fairway and prevent unnecessary turf damage and negatively affecting pace of play: 5.7.1.1. A maximum of two players per cart is allowed. If golfers use individual carts, no more than two carts in each group are permitted off the cart path per hole. If two carts are off the cart path, the remaining golfers should walk to their shots.
Please park two golf carts in each parking space. Stagger the golf carts by allowing the cart on the left-hand side to be parked up against the concrete wheel stop, as depicted above. When parking on the course and leaving it unaccompanied for the round, please refrain from leaving your golf cart on common area grass and keep to the concrete. Thank you for your assistance!
SCTXCA is hosting New Golfer Day on Friday, February 17 from 2–3:30 p.m., at the White Wing Golf Course. This opportunity is for residents interested in learning to play golf or simply getting back in to the game with a couple hours of demonstration and hands-on experience. At the end of the class, the first Golf 101 course dates for the year will be released. Golf 101 is designed to provide a good foundation for beginners or players needing a refresher, to help everyone enjoy the greatest game in the world. FEBRUARY 2023
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Players, please remember that when you rent a Sun City rental cart, they are not street legal. They can cross at street crossings, but they cannot be driven down the road. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Josh Lockhart at
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See page 5 for contact information for golf pros, golf shops and courses.
SCTX Golf offers something for everyone For 18-hole and 9-hole players CGA Couples Golf Association MGA Men’s Golf Association WGA Women’s Golf Association See the Sun Rays Chartered Clubs section for contact information. Golf lessons Contact the golf shops for more information. For beginners Golf 101 For those who are new to the game of golf or have played in the past but need a refresher. Watch the Golf Communicator for details or contact a golf professional. For all residents Golf shops offer resident discounts Residents who purchase golf and non-golf merchandise receive a discount. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
News from the SC Stacks By Kathy Troyer Cooke Sun City Texas Library representative
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avid McCullough (1933–2022) was one of the United States' most popular historians. He wrote many best sellers, including the biographies of Harry Truman and John Adams, both of which won the Pulitzer prize for biography. In 2006, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the US. The Sun City library has most of his books. You will find them in the American History section of the nonfiction wall or in the Classic nonfiction section. The two Pulizter winning books will be in the Award Winners section on the Special Collections wall. In 1968 McCullough wrote his first major book — The Johnstown Flood: The Incredible Story Behind One of the Most Devastating Disasters America Has Ever Known. His third book, The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal brought the author numerous awards and acclaim as an historian. The biography Truman is McCullough’s 1992 biography of the 33rd president of the United States. This book won the Pulitzer prize in 1993 and was later made into a movie by HBO.
Featured Author: David McCullough In 2001 McCullough released the biography John Adams for which he won a second Pulitzer prize. 1776, a highly acclaimed history of the American Revolution, is a companion book to the Adams biography. The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris, published in 2011, is in some ways a departure from his previous works. This is the story of Americans who moved to Paris and later were recognized for their significant contributions to art, literature, science
and politics. The Wright Brothers is another of his very popular books, sharing the history of the American aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright. McCullough’s final book, The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West, recounts the dramatic and fascinating chapter in American history of American pioneers who moved to the Northwest Territory.
Need help finding a book? The Sun City Library is staffed with library volunteers each day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., ready to assist you.
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SUPPORT GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous Sunshine Group ɝ Saturdays in-person meeting, 9:30 a.m., The Worship Place ɝ Wednesdays in-person meeting, 3 p.m., The Worship Place ɝ Thursdays in-person meeting, 6 p.m., The Worship Place ɝ Masks and social distancing observed. ɝ Virtual meetings Mondays at 10 a.m. and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Email
[email protected] for link to meetings. Contact Pat, 203-470-4425 or Pete, 734-652-6783. Georgetown Texas White House Group ɝ Meets at 2409 Dawn Dr. four times daily. Call 512-863-9938 for times. Al-Anon Family Groups are for friends and families of alcoholics or someone whose drinking concerns them. ɝ Saturdays at 11 a.m., Georgetown Church of Christ, 1525 W. University Ave. ɝ Thursdays at 8 p.m. Georgetown Hope House, 1303 S. Elm St. ɝ Mondays, 3:30 p.m., The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd. Enter at Information door in the back and take a left to Meeting Room D. For information, call Barbara at 512-921-9836, or Linn at 956-493-9093. ɝ Wednesdays at 2 p.m., The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd. Gail, 916-878-6519. Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support First and third Thursdays, 1–3 p.m., The Worship Place. Cheryl White, 512-864-1380; Sharon Curry, 512-943-8181. Cancer “The Ministry of Hope” support group for men and women meets on the first Thursday of each month from 3–4:30 p.m. at The Worship Place. Contact Sandy Althaus at sandyalthaus
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Cardiac Support Group (Very Important Hearts) Meets virtually on the second Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. For more information or to join, email Charlotte Holland at cmholland@ ascension.org or call 512-324-4163. COPD A support group for Sun City residents who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Contact Ruth Rucker at
[email protected] or ruthrucker89@ gmail.com, or call 913-579-4025. GriefShare A 13-week series of classes runs twice per year. Contact The Worship Place at www.twptx.org or 512-869-1310. Hearing Solutions A Special Interest Group of the Alternative Healing and Wellness Club. Please turn to the Chartered Clubs section for information. Helping Hands Loans PT medical devices: wheelchairs, rollators, walkers, knee scooters, canes, bedside commodes, toilet risers, shower chairs, wheelchair ramps, bed rails, Hoyer lifts, baby needs, etc. Contact John Viers 512639-0262, Kathy Davis 907-351-8872, Cle Alexander 316-990-4245 or Shirley Worth 512-943-4110. Low Vision Meets at The Wesleyan at Estrella Independent Living, first floor. Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month, 10–11 a.m. Contact Wanda Stimson at 512-864-0698. Mental Illness Hidden Disabilities, a support group serving families and friends of those who live with mental illness, meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month, 1–2:30 p.m., at the Rocky Hollow Campus
of The Worship Place, 375 CR 245. Contact Mary Lou or Paul Taylor at pmtaylorva@aol. com or 757-376-3347.
Overeaters Anonymous – Wednesdays, 6 p.m., The Worship Place. Mary, 206-499-9525. – Saturdays, 9:30 a.m., Church of Christ, 1525 W. University. Mary, 206-499-9525. Parkinson's Support Group, GAPS General monthly hybrid meeting on the fourth Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Georgetown. We have support groups for caregivers, deep brain stimulation (DBS) and exercise classes, free and open to all. Visit www. georgetowntexasparkinsons.com/ for meeting locations and Zoom links. Contact Mary Jane Berry at 512-240-4167 or email
[email protected]. Polio Support Group Please watch your email for information on the next Zoom meeting or call Gayle Nashed at 512-869-5569. Prostate Cancer Meets on the second Thursday of the month from 3–5 p.m. in the Cyber Center Annex at the Activities Center, 1 Texas Dr. Come join us on Thursday, February 9, when Dr. Douglas Rivera will be speaking on Cyber Knife. Contact Ed Quillen, 512-775-1469 or email
[email protected]. Sjogren’s Support Group For information, please contact Paula Aicklen at 214-228-3678 or Charlene Canizales, 512-748-3520.
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Plant-Based Eating Interest Group co-founder Maggie Nyland gathers fresh produce from a local grocery store.
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rom brisket to barbecue, Texas is well-known for its love of meat. But carnivorous consumption may have more consequences than just what's missing from the dinner plate. Diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer and a shorter overall life expectancy have all been associated with a regular diet of meat and other animal-based products, such as eggs and dairy. In a culture so mired in fast food, sweet treats and convenience goods, such chronic illnesses can feel like a normal part of life. But they don't have to be. Over the past 40 years, researchers ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
By Jaime Calder and Kara Matthews Photos by Faith Burns have consistently found that adopting a plant-based, whole food diet can help prevent, treat and even reverse many leading causes of death. With the chance to improve their quality of life just a grocery store away, a growing number of Americans — including some Sun City residents — have decided to take control of their health, one meal at a time. What exactly is a “whole food, plantbased” diet? Quite simply, it’s exactly what it sounds like: a diet centered around vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains and legumes with no animal products. Some advocates of plant-based liv-
ing are strict in their dietary regimens, abstaining from animal products in any form, be they eggs baked into a cake or butter atop their potatoes. Others take a more flexible approach, emphasizing plants in most of their meals while still indulging in the occasional salmon or steak. There are many reasons a person may decide to eliminate animal products from their diet, including environmental concerns, religious beliefs and views on animal welfare. Increasingly, however, Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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Cooking implements are given away as prizes at a Plant-Based SIG meeting in January. On the left, a colorful plant-based potluck. Continued from the previous page consumers are citing health as their primary motivation for going meat-free. “I know a lot of people who have had heart disease or cancer, or someone in their family has,” says N84 resident Kathy Bailey. “They decide to go to something plant based because the science is there.” Along with N03 residents Maggie and Rodney Nyland, Kathy is a co-founder of the Plant-Based Eating Interest Group, a SIG of the Horticulture Club. Formed in September 2021, the group provides cooking demonstrations, lectures and informational materials to encourage
and support members in their pursuit of healthier, plant-based lifestyles. “People think it’s really drastic to adopt a whole food, plant-based diet,” says Kathy, paraphrasing the words of Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn in the documentary film Forks Over Knives. “But I think that opening up your chest, taking a vein out of your leg and putting it in your heart is pretty drastic.” Interest in health is what started Kathy on the path to animal-free living. Roughly nine years ago, she realized that her weight gain and her partner David’s sky-high blood pressure could both be attributed to one common
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cause: a diet which frequently included prime rib, beef tenderloin, barbecue and other rich, meaty dishes. After looking into plant-based diets by reading books, watching documentaries and speaking with others who had left animal products behind, Kathy decided that it was time to make a change. Despite his love for BBQ, David agreed to join her on her journey to health. “It was a little hard at first,” says Kathy, “but we’ve cooked that way ever since.” Today, Kathy is an energetic advocate for healthy living. At 76 years of age, she does Zumba four times a week, works out with a trainer and takes no medications. And she credits all of it to her diet. Co-founder Maggie concurs. “I feel good about my decision and just overall healthier. I have a lot more energy, I’ve lost weight.” For Maggie, the health of her husband, Rodney, was a particularly big motivator in cutting meat from their daily menu. Three years ago, Rodney, who has an immune disorder, was living with only 40 percent of his lungs in healthy working condition. “We were eating pretty healthy,” says Maggie, “but we needed to make a dramatic change. We went to no eggs, no dairy. After we made the switch, all of my husband’s numbers — his inflammation factors, his cholesterol — came way down. His heart specialist, his pulmonologist, they tell him, ‘We don’t know what you’re doing but keep doing it.’ And it’s the diet.” ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Cardiologist and N69 resident Dr. Wendell Williams has also seen firsthand the effects of a poor diet on the body. While he and his wife Kimberly have never called their lifestyle unhealthy, after receiving his own concerning diagnosis, they decided to make a few changes. Starting with Meatless Mondays, they got serious in the fall of 2018 after attending a wellness conference focused on plant-based lifestyles. Kimberly went to the conference craving a juicy hamburger, but after learning more she completely lost the taste for chicken, poultry, lamb and beef, and has not looked back. “I never really thought that I was in bondage to food,” says Kimberly, “but since we’ve gone plant-based, I feel as though I am free.” Focusing on whole-food, plant-based options and Mediterranean inspired recipes, the couple will occasionally eat fish, lobster or crab. If a craving proves to be too strong for Wendell, he’s not ashamed to give in. “If I have a hotdog at a baseball game, there are no guilty feelings.” He emphasizes that if you are too hard on yourself, you’ll only compound the negativity. “I was steak and potatoes all the way,” says Wendell, “but when we went plantbased, I started eating things I never thought I would eat.” It took time to adjust, but eventually he acquired a taste for new flavors. While cravings for past foods have not entirely left, his desire to focus on eating healthier has him finding plant-based alternatives to his favorite recipes. There was no transition to being plantbased for Kimberly, just a decision she made and continues to move forward with. A professional organizer by trade, she says, “You don’t organize a room and it stays that way forever, maintenance is required.” To keep her health in check, Kimberly sees this new lifestyle as an ongoing process, not just a diet. “You have to have a why,” says Kimberly, “once you get the why, the rest becomes immaterial.” Although they considered themselves fit before, Kimberly has lost weight and maintained her health, while Wendell’s health has seen several benefits, including significant improvements in his kidney function and choONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Residents enjoy borrowing books from the Plant-Based SIG lending library. lesterol profile. Concerning cholesterol numbers are precisely why Mike and Barbara Danielson, N54, now enjoy a plant-focused diet. When Mike first received the troublesome results from his coronary calcium scan, he was prescribed medication to help lower his cholesterol. After 10 years of use, he revisited his doctor with hopes to discontinue the drug, but his follow-up results were even worse. The dosage was increased, and he and Barbara went to see a cardiologist who emphasized the importance of a healthy diet. While they have always considered their diet to be fairly healthy, this advice helped the Danielsons take a more serious approach to food intake. Since then, Mike has lost 15 pounds, his calcium numbers have dropped and his doctor and wife are very pleased.
Many resources are available for those looking to embark on their own journey toward better health. The Horticulture Club's Plant-Based Eating SIG meets monthly on the second Monday from 1–3 p.m. (except May, November and December) in the Florence Room at Cowan Creek. For more information, contact Kathy Bailey at 512-656-3986 or
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They take a Mediterranean inspired, plant-based approach. When eating meat, it is sparingly and typically fish or other seafood like shrimp or scallops. They eat chicken once a week and red meat once a month, making their diet about 75 percent plant-based. While they both occasionally miss red meat, their special BBQ dinner date once a month satisfies any cravings. They have always enjoyed vegetables in their diet, but now, they focus on adding beans, grains and other substitutions with high protein like tofu or tempeh. “If you have your doubts, just try it.” Barbara says, “Start with Meatless Monday, stick to it and see how you feel.” The holidays and traveling can make any diet more difficult to follow, but “If you find the right protein sources,” says Barbara, “you’re not going to be hungry.”
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Thursday, Feb. 16, 9:30 a.m., LEGY Hosted by: 4NomadsTravel Dream Vacations Purchase your $1 ticket at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office. You're invited to a special event featuring travel to Iceland and Ireland. Famous for being called the ‘Land of Fire and Ice,’ Iceland is dotted with natural wonders such as The Blue Lagoon and Dettifoss Waterfall. In addition to volcanoes and glaciers, Iceland is known for its rich cultural history, Norse mythology and folklore. Hop across the North Sea where you will encounter lush Irish countryside, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and Blarney Castle, where you might kiss the Blarney Stone. Stop by a Dublin pub for a pint of Guiness. You never know, you might engage with a long, lost relative. Iceland and Ireland are among the safest countries you can visit, so invite your friends and neighbors to join the fun and festivities. Learn how and when you can have the most amazing travel experience! Refreshments will be served. Special pricing for all guests, so seize this opportunity! For more information, contact Sherry and Steve Farnham at 512-819-1536 or
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Wednesday, Feb. 22, 9:30 a.m., AC, MR 1 Hosted by: Care Partner to Caregiver, LLC Purchase your $1 ticket at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office. Overwhelmed while caring for a loved one with memory loss? Come learn about the services an aging life professional can offer to those living with a loved one with memory loss or those who are ‘solo agers.’ A solo ager is someone who may have no partner by choice, no partner due to loss of a spouse or divorce and no children. If you are estranged from your children or your children live a long distance from you, an aging life professional may be an option as part of your healthcare team. Josie Zamora, RN, is the founder and CEO of Care Partner to Caregiver, LLC, a care management service specializing in memory loss. She is an associate member of Aging Life Care Professionals, which prides itself on following a strict code of ethics and standards of practice. Josie will be accompanied by Ms. Teresa Shapiro, elder law attorney, who will present Elderly Rights and Memory Loss. Contact: Josie Zamora, RN, Care Manager Office: 512-456-9115 Email:
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Perfect pollination Tom Quilter found a honey bee gathering nectar inside this brilliant knock out rose bloom behind City Market & Grill in Sun City.
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i n s ' y t our a h W Car: 1973 Mustang Mach 1 two-door fastback with 351 cu in (5.75 L) Cleveland V8 in Bright Red with ‛Tu-Tone’ hood treatment and body-side stripe in Black Owners: Bert and Karen Schultz, N59
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mid-year 1964, Lee Iacocca introduced the Ford Mustang, the first in what would become known as the era of the ‘pony car.’ The pony car was defined as a compact car with a sporty, performance-oriented image that weighed less than 2,500 pounds and cost less than $2,500.
Other pony cars included the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger and the AMC Javelin. The Mustang’s debut on April 17, 1964, was greeted with a level of excitement seldom seen in the automobile world, appearing simultaneously on the covers of Time and Newsweek magazines. Preceded by a major advertising blitz, more than 22,000 Mustangs were ordered on the first day. A total 263,434 Mustangs
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had been sold by the end of 1964, and 418,812 were sold during its first full year of production. The numbers far exceeded Ford’s anticipated sales projections. The sporty and affordable Mustang had captured the young at heart! The introduction of the Mustang and its competitors precipitated the introduction of the ‘muscle car,’ as buyers demanded more and more horsepower. Between 1964 and 1971, horsepower increased from 265 to 375. As horsepower rose, so too did the size and weight of the Mustang, increasing from 2,450 pounds to 3,220 pounds. The muscle car era ended abruptly when the federal government wanted auto manufacturers to reduce horsepower as part of new federal auto emission controls. Insurance companies also wanted manufactures to reduce horsepower due to an increasing number of accident claims. At the same time, gas prices were rapidly increasing due to the Middle East oil embargo. The combination of these factors resulted in a rapid decline in the ‘muscle car’ market. By 1973, Mustang production numbers fell from a high of 600,000 in 1966 to 125,000 in 1973, effectively marking the end of the muscle car era. In the early '90s, my wife and I would compare several posters showing first generation pony cars each time we were at a Houston car wash. After ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
This Mustang's interior appears brand new with a mix of original factory and newly added components, including air-conditioning.
Bert replaced and rebuilt several internal parts himself to help this Mustang reach its full potential.
going back and forth, we would always end up choosing the 1973 Mustang Mach 1 as our favorite. In 2006, three years after we had moved to North Texas, I was attending the annual Pate Swap Meet held at the Texas Motor Speedway when I saw and purchased a 1973 Mustang Mach 1. The body work and exterior paint work was complete, but much interior and mechanical work remained to be done. Being a good mechanic, this was an excellent project car! I replaced the interior, installed a new air-conditioning system, rebuilt the brakes and front suspension, changed the rear end gear ratio for increased acceleration and replaced the original radiator with a larger capacity aluminum radiator to enhance engine cooling. This Mustang is powered by the venerable Ford 351 cubic inch (5.75 liter) ‘Cleveland’ overhead valve V8, which has been modified by boring the cylinders 30 thousand over the original 4 inch bore; adding a Crane high performance camshaft, and installing an Edelbrock 2750 Performer dual-plane, low-rise aluminum intake manifold with an Edelbrock 1405 Performer 600 CFM 4-barrel carburetor. It features a Mallory Comp electronic ignition system with MSD wiring and a 3.7:1 gear reduction high torque starter and a Ford C6 automatic transmission. Other modifications include 3.25:1 ratio
Occasionally Driven Class. Since moving to Sun City in August 2021, we have joined the Mustang Owners Club of Austin and the Georgetown Area Car Club, where we participate in car shows and local car cruises. 2023 will be the 50th anniversary of the 1973 Mustang. It will also mark 50 years since the ‘end of the era’ for the original pony and muscle cars. The name plates of the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, however, survive to this day, hearkening back to the bygone days of the pony car. The electric vehicle era may be upon us, but sweet memories of the first pony and muscle cars remain.
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9-inch ring gear with Traction-Lok differential, KEB Gas-A-Just shock absorbers, Lakewood Industries traction bars, Flowmaster 2.5-inch diameter dual exhaust and Weld Racing wheels fitted with BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires. A total of 35,440 1973 Mustang Mach 1s were produced at Ford’s plant in Dearborn, Michigan. My wife and I joined the North Texas Mustang Club and the Mustang Club of America (MCA). We have participated in National and Grand National MCA shows in Oklahoma City, Kansas City, Dallas and Houston, where our ’73 Mach 1 has won first place at each show in the 1971 to 1973 Mustang
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HAWAIIAN ADVENTURE Three Islands featuring O’ahu, Big Island & Maui
$5,619 pp Embrace the spirit of “Aloha” on a leisurely 3-island tour of Hawaii featuring 3-night stays each in O’ahu, Big Island (Kona) and Maui. Highlights: Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kona, Iao Valley, Lahaina, Polynesian Luau. Includes: Tour, hotels, round trip air, SC airport transfers and 13 meals September 21, 2023 • 10 Days
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CANYON COUNTRY Featuring Arizona & Utah $3,469 pp Experience America’s canyons and venture through a world of colorful vistas and the neon-lit spectacle of Las Vegas. Highlights: Scottsdale, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell Cruise, Rafting on Horseshoe Bend, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. Includes: Tour, hotels, round trip air, SC airport transfers and 10 meals September 22, 2023 • 8 Days
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$3,019 pp Journey through the ‛Green Mountain State,’ find historic towns and pristine forests bursting with color inside this perfect slice of New England. Highlights: Quechee Gorge, Woodstock, Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Burlington, Lake Champlain Cruise, Maple Sugar House, Vermont's Scenic Route 100, Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Vermont Country Store, Concord. Includes: Tour, hotels, round trip air, SC airport transfers and 10 meals October 6, 2023 • 7 Days
Activity Levels Level 1: Leisurely pace, minimal physical activity, climbing some stairs, boarding a motor coach and walking from the hotel reception area to hotel rooms and dining areas. Level 2: Average physical activity. Able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets. Level 3: Moderate physical activ A blend of longer days with shorter ity. days and more leisure time. Walking tours, walking slightly longer distances, upstairs or on uneven walking surface.
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Level 4: Physical activities such
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uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing. 5 Level 5: Strenuous activities: extensive walking tours, transfers over uneven and dusty terrain, high altitudes, early morning departures, late night activities or extreme temperatures. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG/TRAVEL
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All published pricing is based upon double occupancy, air out of AUS if included, and is subject to change and availability.
ITALY, THE ADRIATIC & GREECE VIKING OCEAN CRUISE
GRAND HAWAII & FRENCH POLYNESIA VIKING OCEAN CRUISE
Athens to Rome 15 Days | 11 Guided Tours | 4 Countries
Roundtrip Los Angeles 33 Days | 9 Guided Tours | 2 Countries
Itinerary: Athens, Katakolon, Corfu, Greece; Kotor, Montenegro; Dubrovnik, Chioggia, Split, Sibenik, Croatia; Venice, Bari, Crotone, Sicily, Naples, Rome, Italy. Call 512-688-1079 for Sun City group rates! October 11, 2023 • 15 Days
Itinerary: Los Angeles, California; Hilo, Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Hawaii; Bora Bora, Cooks Bay (Moorea), Tahiti (Papeete), Marquesas Islands (Taiohae), French Polynesia; San Diego, California. Call 512-688-1079 for Sun City group rates! November 10, 2023 • 33 Days
GRAND EUROPEAN TOUR VIKING RIVER CRUISE
EUROPEAN SOJOURN VIKING RIVER CRUISE
Amsterdam to Budapest 15 Days | 12 Guided Tours | 4 Countries Itinerary: Amsterdam, Kinderdijk, The Netherlands; Cologne, Koblenz, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Germany; Melk, Krems, Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary. Call 512-688-1079 for Sun City group rates! September 25, 2023 • 15 Days
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Bucharest to Amsterdam 23 Days | 19 Guided Tours | 8 Countries Itinerary: Bucharest, Romania; Ruse, Vidin, Bulgaria; Golubac, Belgrade, Serbia; Osijek, Croatia; Kalocsa, Budapest, Hungary; Vienna, Melk, Austria; Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Wertheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Germany; Kinderdijk, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Call 512-688-1079 for Sun City group rates! September 19, 2023 • 23 Days
VIKING OCEAN INCLUSIVE VALUE!
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call Free Wi-Fi. Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch and dinner. 24-hour specialty coffees, teas and bottled water. Port taxes and fees. Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase. Visits to UNESCO Sites, Enrichment lectures and Destination Performances. Access to The Nordic Spa and state-of-the-art fitness center. Self-service launderette Alternative restaurant dining 24-hour room service
VIKING RIVER INCLUSIVE VALUE!
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call Free Wi-Fi Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water Port taxes & fees Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase Visits to UNESCO Sites Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
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Around Georgetown Senior University free lecture series
Saturday, Feb. 4 Senior University continues its free lecture series on February 4 with guest speaker Linda LeBlanc presenting Travel to the Land of Sherpas and Mt. Everest. The lecture takes place from 2–4 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library and is open to the public.
Hill Country Authors Series
Thursday, Feb. 9 The Friends of the Georgetown Library presents the return of the Hill Country Authors Series on Thursday, February 9, at 2 p.m. in the Friends Room at the Georgetown Public Library, 402 West 8th St. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.; tickets are $17 in advance at www.folgeorgetown.org or $20 at the door. Noted regional author Stephen Harrigan will discuss his latest novel, The Leopard is Loose. Refreshments from Sweet Lemon Kitchen will be provided.
The Georgetown Palace Theatre
Tuesday, Feb. 14 and Wednesday, Feb. 15 Broadway sensations Carter Calvert and Raymond Jaramillo McLeod bring all of your favorite love songs and the greatest Broadway hits to the Georgetown Palace Theatre’s Springer Stage in Love, Broadway. This two-nightonly engagement is their ‘love letter’ to the Palace and a special fundraising event in the Palace's honor. For tickets, visit georgetownpalace .com and click on ‘Love, Broadway’ at the top of the page. For more information, contact Ron Watson at ron@georgetownpalace. com or Beth Baker at angelfountain08 @gmail.com.
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Central Texas Philharmonic musical celebration Sunday, Feb. 19 Central Texas Philharmonic, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, invites you to a musical celebration of Sir Andrew Lloyd Weber, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney with some of Broadway's greatest vocal talents on Sunday, February 19 at 4 p.m. at The Klett Performing Arts Center in Georgetown. Tickets: $35 General; $40 Premium; $10 Student. Tickets are available at centraltexasphilharmonic. org or call 512-766-0091.
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Habitat for Humanity Hops for Houses Craft Beer Festival Saturday, Feb. 25 Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers for the Hops for Houses Craft Beer Festival, a fundraising event to be held at the Williamson County Expo Center. Volunteers are needed for ticket sales, the silent auction and cleanup during the 3:30–7:30 p.m. shift. For more information, contact
[email protected] or visit williamsonhabitat.org and click on Events. To volunteer, visit tinyurl.com/4xxaze28.
Assistance League of Georgetown Area Learning to read and write can alter a child’s life trajectory forever. By selecting ‘Donate Now’ on our webpage and selecting Literacy in the drop-down menu, 100% of your charitable contribution will go toward our literacy programs which include buying guided reading and instruction materials for our participating local elementary schools. In addition, our member volunteers provide hands-on reading mentorship for first and second graders. Visit www.assistanceleague.org/ georgetown-area/donate/ to make a contribution.
Amazing anthurium
Herb and Mary Saegert have been enjoying this anthurium flower blooming in their breakfast nook and keep it happy by watering with an ice cube every other day.
Bingo in the Ballroom There will be no Knights of Columbus charity bingo in February, but we will be back in March — and the remainder of the year — with our usual two sessions per month. Watch for the dates in Sun Rays and on the CA bulletin boards. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again! Please call Don DeWenter at 512-863-9394 for more information. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
AROUND GEORGETOWN The Caring Place The Caring Place provides basic human needs for all people in the Georgetown area in a welcoming, respectful and caring way. Its service area includes Andice, Florence, Jarrell, Walburg and other communities. The organization is currently experiencing an influx of neighbors needing financial assistance. If you wish to make an impact in your local community, please visit caringplacetx.org/donate. Gifts may be given in memory of or in tribute to an individual.
Education Connection
Living Grace Canine Ranch Silent auction items needed
The Locker Kids Helping Kids Stay Warm
Living Grace Canine Ranch’s mission is to save and enhance the lives of senior canines, especially those with medical conditions. All dogs at our ranch receive lifelong protection and medical care. We are the only no-kill sanctuary in the state of Texas. We are seeking silent auction items for the second annual Valentail Tea fundraiser on Saturday, February 4. If you have items to donate, please contact
[email protected].
The Locker, a community service organization of GISD, needs new hoodies, jackets and sweatpants to help students in need stay warm this winter. All sizes, kids–adult, are needed. Items may be delivered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3616 Williams Dr., Suite 504 (west of Wagon Wheel Trail). Monetary donations may be made online at thelocker.info/keepingkids-warm or click on the link to The Locker’s Amazon wish list. Contact Allison Vaughn, 512-688-5221 or
[email protected].
Research has shown that children who are not reading at grade level by the end of third grade are four times more likely to drop out of school. Help minimize this trend by volunteering 30 minutes a week with Education Connection. Register at education-connection.org to connect with participating elementary schools of your choice for a weekly one-on-one reading session. For more information, visit educationconnection.org or call 512-813-5918.
Love bugs
Alain Gillot, N23, found these two beetles gathering nectar from a pink milk thistle flower near Legacy Hills Pond. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Lovely Legacy
Rita Johnston captured this beautiful sunset from Legacy Hills Golf Course, Hole 2. FEBRUARY 2023
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Gifts in the garden Sue Puetz, N45, found this American painted lady butterfly and common whitetail dragonfly, or long-tailed skimmer, enjoying her updated backyard garden bed that she filled with plants for the pollinators last spring. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Solos salutations The Solos Club has elected new officers for 2023. From left to right, Sue Bawcom, Activities Chair, Mona Myers, Vice President, Sharon Stewart, Treasurer, John Wardlow, President, Linda McFarlin, Communications Chair, Barb Duke, Membership Chair, Connie Bales, Special Interest Groups Chair and Kathy Castoldi, Secretary. Photos by Anne Marshall On the left, Ann Brown accepts the 2022 Solos Hall of Fame award. This annual award is given to a Solos member who has exemplified quality volunteer leadership to the club. Anne has not only been a Solos Club member for several years, but she is an active member and leader in many Solos SIGs.
Pickleball Club's Cowboy Christmas On the first Wednesday evening of each month, the Pickleball Club holds a purely social, open-play gathering known as BYODD&P (Bring Your Own Dinks, Drinks and Paddles!) at the North Point court facility. To close out the year, club members were invited to don their most festive apparel — cowboy hats, vests, etc. — and bring some western trail grub to share for a Cowboy Christmas Pickleball. Photo by Cheryl Janssen 104 | SUNRAYS
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Chartered Clubs Visit your club's website on www.sctexas.org for the latest updates and information on club meetings.
Actors & Theatre Arts Guild (AcTAG)
Members meeting: Monday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. Board meeting: Monday, Feb. 27, 1–3:30 p.m., AcTAG Studio Morgan Fogleman
[email protected] The Actors and Theatre Arts Guild includes talented, fun-loving people who love the smell of greasepaint and the roar of the crowd. Our club welcomes actors, directors, singers and dancers as well as those who work backstage and off-stage. Set designers, set builders, costume designers, seamstresses, makeup experts, lighting and sound technicians, advertising and marketing creators and illustrators, and those who create, acquire and move props and set decoration are also mandatory for successful productions. The guild meets on the second Monday (always check dates) and conducts a members’ meeting at 10 a.m. at The Retreat. Come to any meeting and check us out. Membership is only $12 per year.
Alternative Healing & Wellness
Doug Willoughby......512-819-0133
[email protected] General Meeting: A guest speaker discusses different aspects of healthy lifestyle and wellness. Meets Friday, February 3, 1 p.m., ACA. Nutrition SIG: A guest speaker addresses various aspects of healthy nutritional eating. Meets Wednesday, February 15, 1 p.m., ACA. Wise Women Group: Attendees discuss their spiritual journey and beliefs. Meets each Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the leader’s home. Qigong Exercise Group: Attendees use ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
gentle Qigong movements for enhanced energy. Meets each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 a.m. in the ACA. Tai Chi Healing Movements Group: Attendees practice healing Tai Chi movements. Meets each Monday at 1 p.m. at the Cowan Creek Pavilion (fall/winter meeting time). Check the club website for the latest information about all activities.
Amateur Radio Society / K5SCT
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m., ACA Don Davidson, president 512-808-8492
[email protected] Radio: Whether you are an FCClicensed ham radio operator, shortwave listener or just want to learn more, check us out! Member benefits: FCC-licensed SCARS members have access to the club’s “shack” with VHF/UHF and HF/6m SDR transceivers plus an array of antennas to connect with other hams worldwide. Activities: SCARS holds a monthly member meeting, fox hunts and member/spouse luncheons, as well as multiple informal weekly breakfast get-togethers. Public service: Members are available to assist in Sun City as needed. Members and equipment are also available to assist government units in case of an emergency. Members also assist in special events throughout Williamson County. Tune in: SCARS’ K5SCT UHF & VHF Sun City-based repeaters are open to all licensed hams. Freqs: 441.625 MHz+ / pl tone 103.5, and 145.270 MHz - / pl 103.5. Drop in: All residents of Sun City are welcome to attend the monthly meeting.
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Aviation
Saturday, Feb. 18, 8:30 a.m., RLSR Mike Humphrey, president 409-770-7061
[email protected] Club meetings are held in The Retreat Lone Star Room on the third Saturday of the month. Coffee, donuts and socializing begin at 8:30 a.m., with the program and meeting at 9 a.m. All who are interested in aviation or simply like things that get airborne are invited to visit and join our club. Dues are $12. Monthly speakers give presentations on subjects ranging from airplanes, helicopters, space, balloons, gliders or anyone who has ever worked on or with things that fly. February presentation: Funny Stories from the Flight Line by retired Air Force Lt. Col. Grant Patton, Aviation Club vice president. Grant has collected Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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Rhodes at
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humorous stories from his personal experience flying rescue helicopters in Iceland, Korea, Florida and Alaska. Grant's presentation will be somewhat of a ‘show and tell’ format and will include other club members who will share their funny stories. Come laugh with us. Visitors welcome.
Billiards
Ballroom Dance
Monthly dance: "All You Need Is Love" Saturday, Feb. 4, SCB Social: 6:30 p.m. Dance: live music 7–9:30 p.m. Members $5, Guests $10 Practice Dance Thursday, Feb. 16, RLSR 6–8 p.m., Free to BDC members Tea Dance Sunday, Feb. 19, SCB Dance lesson: 1:15 p.m. Dance: live music, 1:45–3:45 p.m. Members $5, Guests $10 Jean Ann Moore....720-320-5942 Dues: $14 Monthly Dance — Featuring live music in February. Light refreshments. Note: Guests at the monthly and tea dances must be seated with the club member host. Tea Dance — Light refreshments and a mini dance lesson. Live music in February. Practice Dance — Dance, socialize and practice in a relaxed, smaller setting at The Retreat. BYOB and a simple snack to share. SIG Dance — The Argentine Tango SIG will hold the first 2023 milonga on Wednesday, February 1, from 6–7:15 p.m. in the ACA. Milongas are free for all BDC members. A lesson will be taught. For information, contact Tim and Monica Turner at monica.f.turner@ gmail.com. Dance Classes — The Ballroom Dance Club offers current members a variety of dance classes at various levels on Monday and Tuesday evenings. For more information, refer to the BDC website or contact Greg or Kathy 106 | SUNRAYS
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Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mike Goodman........512-868-3453
[email protected] Dues: $15 The walk-in Wednesday 8-ball tournament, open to all members, is going strong. Various other tournaments are in the planning stage. The Billiards Club has a training system, Projection Pro Billiards (PPB), which has a database of several hundred drills suitable for all skill levels. There trainers are available. In addition, there are one-on-one training classes available. You set the scope of the class. The board meetings are held monthly on second Thursdays at 1 p.m. in the Andice Room at Cowan Creek. Visitors are encouraged. We have recently re-covered the tables, and new cushions and pockets have been installed. Membership is required for tournaments and training.
Bocce
Carol Badami, president
[email protected] The Bocce Club offers members more opportunities to learn new skills and meet new friends with organized leagues at all skill levels; training opportunities for new and existing members; Fun Open Play on Thursdays; pairs open play on Thursdays at 6 p.m. and social events. A very popular activity is Neighborhood/Club play. The club has over 25 neighborhoods and chartered clubs that reserve courts, bring their beverages and snacks, and enjoy the most scenic location in Sun City. Please refer to the club calendar for days and times. All residents are welcome to watch the excitement on the courts. Equipment is provided for all Sun City residents, club members and nonmembers. If there are courts available, you are welcome to play.
Computer
Hours: See the Computer Club website. Contact: clubofficial@sctxcompclub .org or 512-868-9780 Help Center appointment times: Tuesdays, noon; Fridays, 9 a.m.
[email protected] or 512-948-7675 We serve our members through technology, education and support. — Computer Club members have the use of computers in the lab, both Windows and Mac, loaded with many essential applications. We provide equipment for media conversion: 35 mm slides, VHS tapes, 8mm film and a variety of audio sources. — We offer a variety of technologyrelated classes in our well-equipped classroom. Our Special Interest Groups provide members the opportunity to learn, socialize and share questions and ideas with others. — We support our members’ needs for help with their technical problems by providing twice-weekly Help Center sessions. Check out the Computer Club website for full details: www.sctxcompclub.org, or look for us on Facebook. New information is published regularly. Join us!
Corvette
[email protected] The club enjoyed a Christmas party at the Georgetown Pok-e-Jo’s in December. We had a great turnout with 36 members attending. A buffet dinner of brisket, chicken, potato salad, baked beans, bread and cookies was served. Many members participated in a Secret Santa gift exchange. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the camaraderie. The club thanks all members who attended the event. Corvette membership is not limited to Corvette owners, but to any Sun City resident with an interest in current and classic cars, automotive history or the automotive community. Joining is simple; log in to www.sctexas.org and buy a $0 membership ticket. Contact
[email protected] if there is ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CHARTERED CLUBS a problem. Check our Sun City Texas website for news, events, photos and other material related to the club.
Country Western Dance
Joe Main, music director 512-508-0797
[email protected] The Country Western Dance Club provides traditional country western dancing events with live bands in the Social Center Ballroom. Please bring your own beverages and snacks. Ice and water will be provided. Please remove your trash as you leave. Annual dues are $12 per person. Dues may be paid at www.sctexas.org > Buy/ Renew Memberships. Tickets may also be purchased at the Member Services Office. Attendance at our live band dances and special events is restricted to members only. For admission, bring your ticket to the dance. No cash or checks will be accepted at the door. Since our club membership is large and dances are frequently sold out, a waitlist is available. Contact Joe Main if you wish to be added to the waitlist. Upcoming dance: Sunday, February 26, 7–10 p.m., SCB Bobby Dean and Timeless Country
Couples Golf Association
Terri Pender, president
[email protected] Are you new to Sun City or just now deciding to look for a new and fun social group for golf? You’ve found it! The Couples Golf Association (CGA) would like to welcome you into our club. Whether you play nine holes or 18 holes, we have well-planned golf and social events for all players. The CGA events are flighted, so you will only compete against players within your flight. Join the CGA and play golf in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Membership dues can be paid online or at the Member Services office. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Terri Pender or any officer of the CGA. You can find contact information on the Sun City Texas website under Neighborhoods. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Creative Clay & China
Hours: Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Studio: 512-948-7664 Terry Tjandrasa, president
[email protected] Orientation for new members is required before working in the studio. After you’ve joined our club, plan to attend the next orientation which is always held the first Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m. Our club: Would you like to build a clay sculpture, throw a bowl using the wheel, hand build, paint ceramic poured pieces or china? Our studio offers a fun place to learn and expand your knowledge of clay (hand build, sculpture and wheel), china painting and ceramic painting. Join: Annual dues are $20. We sell supplies at cost and stock a wide variety of glazes, clay and supplies. Our kilns run greenware, low-fire, mid-fire and china painting. We offer classes at reasonable rates and sell art pieces year-round.
Current Issues
David Woerner, president 512-688-3206
[email protected] The club meets on third Fridays at 10 a.m. for the monthly program meeting; however, on February 17 and March 17, we will meet at The Oaks at Legacy Hills. In April, we will return to our regular meeting place in the Cowan Creek Georgetown Room. The club invites all Sun City residents who are interested in global, national and local current events to join our monthly program meetings. Topics are selected at our Discussion SIG meetings, held on first Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in the Cowan Creek Andice Room. We also have a Womens Issues Discussion SIG which meets on second Fridays at 10 a.m. at Cowan Creek. The club’s mission is to provide a nonpartisan environment where all points of view are welcome. We are not a debate club. Dues are $6 per year. Join at www.sctexas. org or at the Member Services office.
Cyclists
Daily rides of varying length and skill Tom Barrett...............512-296-3534
[email protected] The Cyclists Club offers five different levels of regularly scheduled rides for novices or dedicated cyclists with routes leading into the rolling hills of the countryside to shorter treks around Sun City or into downtown Georgetown. Our Goalsetters program allows members to set annual goals and track their progress each month — in 2022, more than 100,000 miles were logged for participants. Educational sessions are offered throughout the year with topics ranging from routine bike maintenance to recent advances in cycling, like E-bikes. Our more experienced members are happy to share their wealth of knowledge and information. We ride in groups led by experienced ride leaders, a ‘best practice’ for safe riding. Rather than riding solo, come join us for a ‘test drive!’ For more information and to view our ride schedule, please visit our website at www.sctexas.org and click on Clubs & Neighborhoods, or contact Tom Barrett at
[email protected].
Dance & Drill
Liz Blount, president
[email protected] For class schedules, check our website. Sun City Georgettes Freshmen: Mondays, 9:30–11 a.m., ACA Veterans: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., ACA. The Georgettes perform at various venues including local high schools, universities, parades and nursing homes. For more information, contact Linda Anderson, jerrylinanderson@gmail. com or 817-996-1867. Happy Feet Cloggers The Sun City Happy Feet Cloggers meet in the Atrium on Mondays from 1–4 p.m. and the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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Our new beginner class will start on Monday, March 20, and continue for one year. The first two classes are free. Contact Suzanne Alford at salford1@ mac.com for more information. Tap Dance Classes for tap dancers at all levels on Mondays and Thursdays in the Atrium. For more information, please contact Michele Connolly at cbandmickey@ comcast.net Jazz Dance Jazz Dance offers the opportunity of fitness and fun. Students learn to incorporate basic steps into choreographed routines. For more information, please contact Frances McFarland at
[email protected]
Disc Golf
Jim Cokenour, president
[email protected] Now is the time to join the Sun City Texas Disc Golf Club! More and more people are taking up recreational activities like disc golf to improve their health and quality of life. Come learn to play one of the world’s fastest-growing sports! Disc golf is played much like traditional golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, players use a flying disc, or Frisbee. Members of all skill levels meet and play on the first Thursday of each month at the Northpoint Sports Complex. The fun starts at 9 a.m. at the tee box on hole one. We have instructors to meet the needs of beginners and experienced players. Loaner discs are available at hole one. Play a round of 9 or 18 holes or as many as you like. There are no tee times, green fees or dues. Happy discing!
Dominoes, Cards & Table Games
Darrell Buck, president 512-869-5046
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Mondays 7 p.m. — Hand & Foot Canasta, GR 1, 2, 3 Tuesdays 9 a.m. — Training for Mexican Train Dominoes and other games, GR 1, 2 1 p.m. — Dominoes 84, GR 1, 2 7 p.m. — Pinochle and Rummikub, GR 3 7 p.m. — Sheepshead and Spades, GR 1, 2 Wednesdays 7 p.m. — Liverpool Rummy, GR 3 7 p.m. — Euchre, GR 1, 2 7 p.m. — Bid Euchre, GR 3 Thursdays 1 p.m. — Training for Hand & Foot Canasta and Game of the Week, GR 1, 2 7 p.m. — Dominoes 42 and 84, GR 3 Fridays 7 p.m. — Mexican Train Dominoes, GR 3 7 p.m. — Mishmash, GR 1, 2 Saturdays 1 p.m. — Dominoes 84, MR 1, 2
Duplicate Bridge
Billie Ogens, president 512-943-4206
[email protected] Please join or renew your membership if you have not already done so. Guests may play three times before joining the club. We have a full schedule of games and classes at Cowan Creek in 2023. Monday, 9–11:30 a.m. Director Lee Southworth Monday, 12:30 p.m. Director Betsy Lidgey Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Director Phil Klempay Thursday, noon Director Inez Grider February classes: Intermediate Play of the Hand taught by Paul Olstad. Eightsession class, two sessions per week on Tuesdays and Saturdays from February 7 to March 4, 9–11:30 a.m. Bridge lessons: All registration and payment will be done through the CA ticketing system at www.sctexas.org unless otherwise noted. For additional information visit the Duplicate Bridge website or contact Rita Wiegenstein at ritangelen@ gmail.com. Need a partner? See partner contacts on our Duplicate Bridge Club website.
Eagle Boosters
Richard Lenning........... 512-819-9318
[email protected] The Sun City Eagle Boosters Club supports the Georgetown High School athletic programs including volleyball, football, basketball, softball and baseball. Club members enjoy attending games, interacting with the teams and getting to know the players and coaches. Over the years, the club has been honored by GHS teams that sponsor Sun City Appreciation Night at their games. Lady Eagles Basketball home games Monday–Tuesday, February 13–14, Bi-district Thursday–Saturday, February 16–18, Area Monday–Tuesday, February 20–21, Regional quarterfinals Friday–Saturday, February 24–25, Regional tournament Thursday–Saturday, March 2–4, State tournament Eagles Basketball home games Tuesday, February 7, Cedar Creek, 7 p.m. Friday, February 10, East View, 7 p.m. Thursday–Friday, February 23–24, Bi-district, TBA Monday–Tuesday, February 27–28, Area Contact Jay Livaudais at 512-868-0301 for membership information.
Fabric & Fiber
Hours: see schedules on the Fabric & Fiber website Studio 1........................... 512-948-7667 Studio 2..........................512-948-7666 Dianne Hodel, president
[email protected] Fabric & Fiber is a creative outlet for members interested in multiple art and craft disciplines. We currently have 11 Special Interest Groups (SIGs), a variety of small groups, and well over 700 members. The Fabric & Fiber website shows meeting times for each group, contact person and participation guidelines. SIGs and inter-SIG groups: — Appliqué — Beading/Jewelry — Card Making — Fiber Art ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CHARTERED CLUBS Art Quilting Group — Machine Embroidery — Night Owls — Quilting Children’s Comfort Quilts Free Motion Forum Heart to Heart Modern Quilting — Scrapbooking and Paper Crafts Angel Wings — Sewing & Embellishing Garment Group — Sit & Stitch Animal Beds & More — Spinning & Weaving
Garden
Wednesday, Feb. 1, CCFG Social: 12:30 p.m., Meeting 1 p.m. Dues $12. Guests welcome. Pat Perkison, president
[email protected] Program: Mike Hickey of the Mears Group will discuss Fiber First, the new fiber optics system, and how it will affect individual homeowners and their yards. The Garden Club educates members on home gardening in Central Texas including lawn and tree care, landscape planting and seasonal beauty. Club members may participate in at least two field trips per year to beautiful attractions in Central Texas. At each monthly meeting, members get gardening questions answered by Master Gardeners, enjoy an educational program and meet other gardeners. Visit any monitor’s desk and ask to see the What Grows Here binders provided by the Garden Club featuring pictures and descriptions of plants that thrive in Central Texas. Be sure to see the Yard of the Month selection in Sun Rays magazine, and visit the revitalized native plant garden on the east side of the Activities Center to get ideas of plants that grow in Central Texas.
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Hiking
Petra Garren, vice president 512-943-4942
[email protected] February is American Heart Month, a time when Americans focus on their cardiovascular health. The Sun City Hiking Club is celebrating American Heart Month by offering 17 hikes to promote safe, healthy and enjoyable hiking and walking experiences. Club hikes range from two-plus mile ‘ambles’ on flat trails at a leisurely pace to challenging 12-plus mile hikes over more demanding terrain. In February, join our experienced hike leaders on adventures to Lake Bastrop, Rabb Park, Barton Creek Greenbelt/ Violet Crown Trail, Camp Tahuaya/ Chalk Ridge Falls, River Place, Twin Springs Preserve, Cameron Park and Lakeway. Our monthly amble will include Waterloo Park and the Texas State Capitol. There will be three hikes on our Sun City trails and five hikes at Lake Georgetown. Membership is $12. Details and updates for hikes, meetings, socials and trips are posted on the Hiking Club website. See you on the trail!
Horseshoes, Cornhole – HAWKS
Jerry Hickenbottom.....512-799-8428
[email protected] Horseshoes & Washers Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1–2:30 p.m. Come join the fun of playing horseshoes and washers like you may have done as a child with family and friends. If you have never played, we provide instructions and pointers. We play for fun and partner experienced players with newer players. Come early on a Tuesday or Thursday to take advantage of lessons, or call Jerry Hickenbottom for a private or group lesson. We are also available to help you organize a neighborhood outing. Cornhole Mondays and Wednesdays, 1–2:30 p.m. HAWKS has a new activity, cornhole, the lawn game in which players take turns throwing fabric bags filled with dried beans or corn at a target on a
raised platform. Training is offered once a month. Contact Helen Marshall at 512-635-2260 for more information.
Horticulture/Sun City Organic Gardens
Jerry Stauber, president
[email protected] The Horticulture Club has over 270 garden beds on nearly 5 acres. Beds measure 25 x 5 feet; water and a few amendments are free to members. We have extensive facilities, tools and Special Interest Groups for members with or without a garden bed. Tours can be arranged with the club president. To join, go to the Horticulture Club website at www.sctexas.org, complete the new member procedure and pay dues for the Horticulture Club. Garden beds are available to members. If you would like a garden bed but none are available, join the club and add your name to the waitlist by following the club website instructions. Beds are assigned on a first come, first served basis.
International Languages Learning Club
Kathy Barnes, president
[email protected] Dues are $10, payable at www.sctexas. org or at the Member Services office. Third Friday: February 17, 1–2 p.m., ACA. Marsha Larrabee will present Sri Lanka, the Teardrop at the Tip of India. Visit tea plantations, Buddhist temples, and see the largest group of wild Asian elephants. For information about class offerings, log in to www.sctexas.org with your username and password. Click on Clubs & Neighborhoods; Chartered Clubs; International Languages Learning Club. Select language of your choice. Or contact the following SIG directors: American Sign Language: Contact David Haus at haus_ontherun@ hotmail.com. French: Contact Ursula Pinner at
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German: Contact Nancy Grafton at
[email protected]. Italian: Contact Mark Whittier at
[email protected] about Italian for Travelers class. Portuguese: Contact Silvia Barcellos at
[email protected]. Russian: Contact Nancy Grafton at
[email protected]. Spanish: Contact Glenda Nuckols at
[email protected] about classes at all levels.
Investment Education
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m., ACA Rick Covington...........972-965-2287
[email protected] At our February meeting, guest speaker Larry Allison will present Know your Tax Bracket and Current Changes in IRS Code. Visit the club website for more details about our monthly speakers, special interest group (SIG) events and educational information and dates. Normally, general meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month in the Activities Center Atrium at 10 a.m.; coffee is served. Investment SIGs usually meet the third and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Activities Center Atrium and MR 1 and 2. The club’s discussions focus on an introduction to investing, advanced investment strategies and other financial topics.
Karaoke
Cyndi Wedeen, president 512-578-9010
[email protected] Sun City residents are invited to join each week for singing and socializing. Club Karaoke regularly meets at 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays in the Georgetown/ Florence Room at Cowan Creek Amenity Center. Members receive a weekly email with details of changes in schedule and other announcements. Non-members are welcome to attend any time and sign up to sing (up to three times before joining the club). Bring dinner or a snack and your favor110 | SUNRAYS
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ite beverage. Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes are provided. Sign up, grab the microphone and sing your favorite songs! Membership is open to all residents. Annual dues for new and renewing members is $12. We also provide equipment and a Karaoke Jockey (KJ) for neighborhood and chartered club events. Please contact our Equipment and KJ Manager, Jaan Goad at 720-2368230 or
[email protected].
Line Dance
Victoria Walsh............845-405-5376
[email protected] Do you like to dance? It is recommended that new members start on the first week of any month, as each week builds on the previous week. By the end of each month, the music will be faster with less instruction. Ultra-beginner classes are taught the first Sunday of each month from January through October at 12:30 p.m. Ultrabeginners/beginners may also attend the Review & Refresh class on Tuesdays from 6:30–8:30 p.m. Contact Victoria Walsh,
[email protected]. Pattern/Partner Dance: Contact SIG Director Betty Wyer at bettywyer2@ gmail.com or 512-869-8442. Meets Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. All club members are welcome. Performance Troupe: Contact SIG Director Phillip Pensabene at
[email protected] or 202-4122393. All club members are welcome. A variety of other classes are taught from January through November, so please visit the club’s website for more information. Residents are invited to visit three times before joining, and dues are $15 a year.
Mah Jongg
Wednesdays and Saturdays, noon to 3 p.m., AC, GR 1, 2 Suzette Hallen
[email protected] Pat Russo
[email protected] Spend a cold winter afternoon warming up with mah jongg, a game that combines skill, strategy and a bit of luck.
We use the National Mah Jongg League card to build our hands and make a mah jongg. This game is easy to learn and lots of fun to play. Players of all skill levels are welcome. You may play socially or enjoy more competitive play with a $5 maximum. Lessons are available to members of our club. We had our holiday party and mah jongg tournament in December. Winners were Leslie Salam, Linda Ticer and Dede Lester. Congratulations to these ladies and all our members who helped make our party a success. See you at the tables!
Men’s Golf Association
Edwin White, president
[email protected] If you are new to Sun City or looking for a new social golf group, we would like to welcome you to the Sun City MGA. No matter what level of player you are or if you are a 9-hole or 18-hole player, we have a well-planned and social golf event for you. All our play events are offered in flights so you can compete or play with golfers at your same level. Join the MGA and participate in our weekly Wednesday Play Day competition or any of the six major tournaments run by the MGA during the year. Along with our regular play dates, we also offer multiple social events. Membership dues can be paid online at www.sctexas.org or by calling the Member Services office. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Nature
Roger Rucker, president 913-764-4357
[email protected] Program: Tuesday, February 14, 2:30 p.m., RLSR. Program: Jack Cochran will present The Wonderful World of Moths. Membership: $12 for 2023 includes monthly program, Special Interest Groups (SIGs). Visit www.sctexas.org and click on Clubs & Neighborhoods for more information. Special Interest Groups (SIGs): Astronomy: Monday, February 20, ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CHARTERED CLUBS 7 p.m., CCF. Program: TBD. Rick Wagoner, 510-209-8515. Birds: No program. Bird Walks, Thursday, February 2 and Wednesday, February 15, 8 a.m., LHPP. Martin Byhower,
[email protected]. Butterflies: Tuesday, February 7, 1:30 p.m., RLSR. Program: Butterflies in the Rio Grande Valley. Butterfly Walk: Wednesday, February 22, 10 a.m., Tranquility Trail. Ed Rozenburg,
[email protected]. Geology: Tuesday, February 28, 4 p.m., ACA. Program: Tim Taylor will present Petroleum Geology and Production. Paul Swetland,
[email protected]. Living with Wildlife: Thursday, February 23, 10 a.m., ACA. Program: Roger Rucker will present Wild Animal Rehab at All Things Wild Rehabilitation. Nancy Wagoner, nancywagoner@yahoo. com. Native Plants: TBA. Pat Garren,
[email protected] or 512-943-4942.
Oldies But Goodies Dance
Dennis Wilson, president 512-686-1897
[email protected] Bobby Johnson, vice-president 512-966-0412
[email protected] Do you remember listening and dancing to the music of the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s? Well, that is what the Oldies but Goodies (OBG) Dance Club is all about — dancing and listening to the music from the rock ’n’ roll era. The club is open to all youngat-heart residents of Sun City. Dues are $10. Tickets for each dance cost $5 per person, and will be available online at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office. 2023 Dances Friday, February 17: Phoenix Theory Saturday, April 29: Off The Record Saturday, July 15: Code Blue Saturday, September 16: Austin Rockafellas Saturday, November 25: To be announced
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Pet
Alan Kamen, president 409-354-1292
[email protected] What does the Pet Club do and provide? — Dog training classes — Snake avoidance for dogs — Dog Q&A seminars — Therapy dog evaluations and workshops — Instruction to become dog trainers — Resource list for pet sitting, kennels and other services — Pet gear and equipment available — Monthly newsletters and tips — Lost pet assistance (within SC) — Re-homing pet assistance (members only) — Informative meetings with guest speakers — Social events — Donations to local shelters and sanctuaries — …….and more! Pet Club dues are only $12 a year per household. Dues can be paid at www. sctexas.org or at the Members Services office at 2 Texas Dr. Join the Pet Club for community service, dog training and fun for you and your pet. Educational Series: Thursday, February 9, in the Mesquite Room at The Oaks. Dog Q&A at 9:30 a.m.; Puppy Q&A at 10:45 a.m.; $5 at the door, open to all Sun City residents. No dogs allowed.
Photography
General Meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2 p.m., CCF/G Social 1:45 p.m. Allen Utzig
[email protected] The club is beginning a new educational series titled Behind the Shot. The presenter will explain how they took their favorite photo(s) and the preparation for the shot. In addition, there will be a volunteer fair at our February general meeting where members can discover volunteer opportunities within the club. Members who attend the fair will receive a raffle
ticket for each department they visit, and a drawing for a special prize will take place at the end of the event. Guests, including new residents to the community, are welcome to attend the meeting.
Pickleball
Ron Franke,
[email protected] Pickleball is a fun, active game that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. Played on a badminton-sized court with paddles and a plastic ball, all it requires are workout clothes, court shoes and a desire to play the game. A free introductory class is available to all members of the Pickleball Club. The class provides a fundamental overview of the rules of the game and an opportunity to try it out. If needed, we provide paddles and balls at Texas Drive, The Retreat and North Point court locations. The club sponsors a variety of fun leagues, tournaments and social events for members. The Pickleball Club is approaching 1,500 members and continues to grow. We have a total of 26 dedicated courts. Contact our Player Development Director Ric Hutchinson at
[email protected] for more information about the introductory class or other training opportunities.
Poker
John A. Smith (Smitty), president 703-625-0618
[email protected] Dues: $10 All games held in the Activities Center at Texas Drive. Annual Pierce-Watson Texas Hold’em Memorial Tournament Spring 2023 — Tournament rules and other information will be provided to all members by email and posted on club website. No Limit Tournaments are held every Tuesday, except the fifth Tuesday of the month or when the Activities Center is closed for holidays. Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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Check the Poker Club website for times and signup procedures. Texas Hold'em Schedule of Events Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., no limit, MR4. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 50 cents / $1 and $1 / $2, GR3. Omaha High/Low Schedule of Events Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 12:30–5 p.m., GR 3. Are you interested in learning how to play Texas Hold’em? If so, email
[email protected].
Radio Control Modelers
Weekly meetings, Tuesdays Coffee 7:30 a.m.; Meeting 8 a.m. Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, CCF Bob Storbeck, president 512-240-5561
[email protected] The club with the best toys! We have power boats and sailboats, drones, helicopters, cars, slot cars and trains. Ballroom Sunday: February 5 10 a.m. to noon: Cars 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Slot cars Noon to 2 p.m.: Drones and helicopters 2–3:30 p.m.: Fixed wing aircraft Berry Creek airfield flying: All month, near Sun City Boulevard and Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Flying at driving range closures: Check golf course calendar. Sailboats: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m., LHP. Power boats (electric): Canceled. Open boating: Open to all Sun City residents. Last Sunday of each month, 1 p.m., LHP. Cars and rock crawlers: Saturdays, 10 a.m., LHP Track. Cars — fast track, skill track, learners’ track: Thursdays, 10 a.m., The Worship Place. Model railroad: Last Friday of each month, 9–11 a.m., CCAN.
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Rod and Gun
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2 p.m., SCB Bill Atkinson, president
[email protected] Dues: $15 Our next general meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 28, at 2 p.m. in the ballroom. Join us and find out about fishing, hunting and shooting opportunities for 2023. We’ve scheduled local and overnight fishing trips and have plans for trips to Port Aransas, Castaway lodge, Lake Tawakoni and local crappie trips with a guide. Shooting groups for .22 rifle and men’s and women’s pistol meet on a regular basis. Shotgun shooting groups meet weekly and travel to several courses. For these and other events, view the Rod and Gun Club calendar at www.sctexas.org and click on Clubs & Neighborhoods. President — Bill Atkinson Vice President — Pam Roach Treasurer — Jerry Russeth Communication Director — Sally Blackshear Secretary — Tom Walsh Shooting Director — Jim Ward Fishing Director — Kurt Schaller Hunting Director — Rick Brettnacher Social Director — Sally Davidson Membership Director — Phil Miller Ladies’ Pistol — Renda Murphy Men’s Pistol — Mike Murphy
RV
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 11 a.m., RLSR Terry Franzen, president 847-337-3751
[email protected] The RV Club welcomes Sun City residents who love the RV lifestyle. We are a friendly, adventurous group of couples and individuals who enjoy camping, sightseeing, hiking, biking, eating out and sitting around a campfire. We meet once a month except June, July and August when many members are away traveling. Having a rig is not a requirement since many of our trip locations have cabins or motels nearby. Annual dues are $7 per person and may be paid online at www.sctxas.org or at the Member Services office located at 2
Texas Drive. Members have full access to the RV Club website that includes all club meetings, trips, RV maintenance tips and an ‘RV Rig Info List’ with storage and mutual exchange information. Residents who want to join our club may find more details online at the RV Club website, or contact Terry Franzen.
Self Defense
Jackie Minze������������512-240-5382
[email protected] Self-Protection classes are held on Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 and 22. All classes are held at the Cowan Creek Amenity Center from 9:30–11 a.m. Most classes have male and female instructors. The first Self-Protection class is always free. Bring a friend and come see what we have to offer. Have fun as you learn. Learn how to recognize and avoid dangerous situations. We teach easy to learn, effective and senior-oriented self-protection techniques. Personal Protection training sessions focus on situational awareness and simple, effective defensive techniques. Training involves some physical contact. Defensive techniques are adjusted to match an individual’s physical capability. The Self & Home Security SIG meetings provide useful information regarding home and personal security. Guest speakers include law enforcement officers and security specialists who address crime, fraud, scams and home security. Dues are only $5. Membership includes Personal Protection training, Self & Home Security meetings and our club newsletter.
Singers
Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m., SCB Larry Rowe............... 512-869-2660
[email protected] The Sun City Singers, under the leadership of Director Linda Wyatt, have begun practice for their April 13 and 14 concerts titled If I could turn back time… ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CHARTERED CLUBS with memorable music from the ’50s to the ’90s such as Dream a Little Dream of Me and Mr. Sandman. If you are interested in singing with us, please consider joining in May when practice begins for our July 3 patriotic show. Dues are $10 and payable online at www.sctexas.org. Mountain Dulcimers Our annual concert to benefit the food pantry at The Caring Place will take place on Sunday, February 19, at 2:45 p.m. at The Worship Place. We meet Tuesdays from 6–8 p.m. in the Activities Center and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon at The Oaks. Contact Larry Douglas at suncitydouglases@ gmail.com. Traditional Troubadours Meets Wednesdays from 7–9 p.m. at The Oaks to play acoustic guitar, banjo, fiddle, dobro, etc. Our music is country, gospel, old rock, bluegrass and blues. Contact: Phyllis Tomlinson, tomphyl@ suddenlink.net.
Social Bridge
Patsy Litterst............ 512-864-4704
[email protected] On December 19, JoAnne Torres and Zoe Lee Zieman bid and made 7 clubs, and Jim Copps and Bob Axford bid and made 7 spades. We play three times a week. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we play in the Activities Center, GR3, starting at noon. It is best to arrive by 11:30 a.m. You don’t have to bring a partner! We also rotate partners. On Mondays and Wednesdays, we have club members called “Angels” who set up the room and play if needed. Each member volunteers to be an Angel a few times a year. There are no Angels on Fridays, but every effort is made to fill each table. If necessary, we will play with one dummy. You must put in $1 at your table to play. If you have not joined Social Bridge, you will not be eligible to receive any winnings. You will meet many friendly individuals who love to play bridge and enjoy each other’s company. We are a social group! See you soon! ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Softball (Senior Mixed League Slow Pitch)
Frank Shuman, membership director 509-939-2907
[email protected] Our winter season league ends on Thursday, February 23. Sign up now for our spring league; games start on March 6. Visit the Member Services office or log in to www.sctexas.org to purchase league tickets. Monday and Thursday League: For all members year-round. Friday League: A more relaxed level of participation. Meets spring and fall. Saturday: Sun City Warriors — for more competitive players, age 60+, 65+ and 70+. Tuesday and Friday: Practices on both days from 9–10:30 a.m. Stickball: Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m. No league play in August and December. Come visit us for Hot Dog Day at the ballpark every month, weather permitting. Join our softball family as a player, scorekeeper, field maintenance worker, umpire or manager. We have players from ages 50 to 90. Come to a practice to get started. For more information, view our website, the bulletin board at Del Webb Field or contact Frank Shuman.
Solos
John Wardlow, president
[email protected] Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour: February 16 at The Oaks. Contact Barb Duke at
[email protected]. Special Interest Groups (SIGs): Connie Bales,
[email protected]. SIGs include Book Club, Bowling, Cosmo Girls, Day Trippers, Line Dance, Mingle with Singles, Social Dance, Solo Travelers, Solos Care, Solos Golf Club and Wine Tasting. Mingles with Singles: February 2 at 5 p.m. at The Oaks for single solos not in a committed relationship. Contact Ann Brown at
[email protected] or Linda Anderson,
[email protected]. Bowling at Bowleros: Thursdays at 9:35 a.m. Preregistration required. Contact
Gail Cotteleer, 512-863-8032. Line Dance: Contact Phillip Pensabene at
[email protected]. Social Dance: Contact Peg Allen at
[email protected]. Solos Golf: First and third Saturdays. Contact Elaine Swint at elaine.swint@ yahoo.com. Solos Travelers: Thursday, Feb 3, 10:30 a.m. at The Oaks, then attend lunch afterwards. Contact Anne Goodman at
[email protected].
Stained Glass
Lois Porzio, president..... 630-723-9527
[email protected] Studio phone 512-948-7662 Studio hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artwork displayed in the Stained Glass Studio includes copper foil, lead came, mosaics, fused glass and glass jewelry. The beginner class must be completed before you can join the club unless you have prior experience with stained glass. With prior experience you can join by portfolio, which is demonstrated by showing recent work examples or certification of training. Stained glass classes are scheduled on the following dates: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday All classes 3:30–6:30 p.m. February 20, 21, 23, 27, 28, March 2 March 20, 21, 23, 27, 28, 30 Fused glass class Monday, May 8, 3:30–7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, May 10 and 11, 7:30–9 a.m. Monday, May 15, 3:30–7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, May 17 and 18, 7:30–9 a.m. You must be a club member to take the fused glass class. For more details, call or visit the studio.
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Sun City Live!
Marian Phillippi, president 949-307-2162
[email protected] This club was created to encourage Sun City residents to get involved in the community by performing in two variety shows a year. We have successfully produced 12 shows. Our most recent show was Holly, Jolly, Christmas. Both the matinee and evening shows were sold out! We encourage you to join our club and contribute your ideas and talent as we plan our 2023 summer show. Dues are $12 a year. You may join online at www.sctexas.org or at the Member Services office. Sassy Ladies This Sun City Live! SIG is a dance group focused on the love of dance and bringing joy to others. We perform at care facilities in Georgetown and surrounding areas. We also perform in the SCL! variety shows. Performing is optional. Contact Karyn Breeckner for more details at
[email protected] or 512-943-9379.
SunDancers
Square and Round Dancing Elayne Timmons,
[email protected] Square Dancing Join us for fun, friendship, exercise and mental stimulation! — Casual dress. — Solos welcome. — Visitors welcome. Mainstream/Social Square Dancing with Plus Tips Meets Mondays, 7–9 p.m., SCB Social Square Dancing Lessons Meets in six-week cycles, twice a week Thursdays, 5:30–7 p.m., CCAC Sundays, 6–7:30 p.m., ACA Social Square Dance Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., CCAC Round Dancing Choreographed ballroom dancing: twostep, waltz, cha-cha, rhumba and tango. — Casual dress. — Visitors welcome. 114 | SUNRAYS
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Sundays, ACA 1–2:30 p.m. Lessons start several times a year for different ballroom dances. 2:30–4 p.m. Intermediate 4–5:30 p.m. Advanced
Table Tennis
Pat Garland, president 641-750-2167
[email protected] Don't let those new year resolutions get away from you. Do you want to exercise more? Try table tennis (aka ping pong)! Do you want to lose a few of those holiday pounds you somehow added? Try table tennis! Do you want to meet people and have fun in the process? Join the Table Tennis Club, and it will happen. Members who are new to the game or just wanting to get better can sign up for our Table Tennis Academy. Our exceptional instructors will help you improve your stroke, serve and scoring so you can enjoy the game more when you play. If you would like to play with others of your skill level, please check out our website to find members who are willing to play. Join us and see why we say table tennis is the perfect sport!
Tennis Association
Lilly Ramphal Naley, MD, president 469-438-2600
[email protected] Tennis, anyone? Welcome to the Sun City Tennis Club, where we’re having a ball! Our beautiful facility has a centrally located gazebo, surrounded by 12 wellmaintained, hard-surface courts. The tennis courts may be used by all Sun City residents with a reservation required. Check our website or the bulletin board on site or contact John Stommel at
[email protected] or 210-863-5409 for more information. Privileges enjoyed by members include two-day advanced reservations, access to club-owned equipment such as ball machines, blowers and rollers, and participation in all club sponsored leagues, tournaments and social events. Year-round club leagues include men’s, women’s and mixed doubles. Many members also play competitive
tennis including USTA and WTTA (Women’s Team Tennis of Austin) leagues. Open tennis held on Monday and Wednesday evenings is a good way to get started. Contact Andrew Purdes,
[email protected], or Donna Schaver,
[email protected], for information on how to drop in and play round-robin tennis.
Visual Arts
General meeting Friday, Feb. 24, 2–5 p.m., RLSR Studio: 512-948-7661 1220 Cattleman Dr., The Retreat Peggy Simme..........936-524-3086
[email protected] All Sun City residents are invited to attend our annual Meet the Teacher event. Come meet our talented instructors, view examples of their artwork and explore the classes! Special Interest Groups meet in the studio as follows: Alcohol Ink Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon Collage Third Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon Watercolor Fourth Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon Live Model Drawing Fourth Saturdays, 1:30–4 p.m. Collage Study Group First and third Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. in the large studio. See the VAC calendar on our website for class listings and to register for a class. You must be a member of the Visual Arts Club to attend classes and SIGs. Come join us by purchasing a ticket online at www.sctexas.org or in the Member Services office. Open Studio will be available when there is a monitor.
ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CHARTERED CLUBS Women’s Golf Association 9-Hole
Lynn Gahimer, president 765-437-3603,
[email protected] New Member Team Laurel Clauer........... 864-710-0807
[email protected] Here’s hoping for sunny weather on each of our February play days! The WGA-9 invites all ladies interested in golf and socializing to join our group. Fair-weather or die-hard golfers are welcome. Our play days are scheduled on Tuesdays throughout the year, with tee times scheduled in the afternoons in winter and the mornings in summer. We host four tournaments each year: the Eclectic Tournament in April, the Sun Bowl Invitational Tournament in June, the Officer’s Challenge Tournament in September and our club Championship Tournament in October. If you enjoy meeting new people, being outside and playing in a competitive 9-hole golf league, contact our new member team at
[email protected]. Our motto is “Have Fun, Learn the Rules, Have Fun, Keep Pace of Play and Have Fun!” We look forward to meeting you.
Women’s Golf Association 18-Hole
Cindy Hutzler, president
[email protected] New Members Committee: Luan Neal....…..............210-861-079
[email protected] Come join us on Tuesdays for 18–hole play with preferential tee times, fun and fellowship on the three Sun City Texas courses. We play a selection of different games and tournaments flighted for every handicap. The league alternates between all three courses. No matter what level of player you are, you are welcome to join our league. Along with our regular play dates, we offer a multitude of tournaments and social events. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us or check out our website. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Women Helping Others (WHO)
Monday, Feb. 27, 1:30 p.m., SCB Terry Fierle, president 714-914-6806
[email protected] Are you looking for a supportive way to give back to those who are less fortunate? If sharing and caring is a passion of yours, consider joining Women Helping Others (WHO). We meet this month on Monday, February 27, at 1:30 p.m. in the ballroom. Annual dues are $10 and may be paid at www.sctexas.org. WHO members can make an optional $10 (or more) monthly donation to the treasurer, Ramona Thomas, at the meeting or by mail at 204 Palo Blanco Creek Ln.
Woodworkers
Shop phone: 512-591-7853 1303 Sun City Blvd. Ed Donnelly, president 419-467-5414
[email protected] Members enjoy a fully equipped woodshop with the tools and accessories necessary for the many different types of woodworking. Hardwoods are available for members to purchase. Crafts made by members are for sale at the woodshop when open and furniture repair is offered. Training is available. The club is set up to accommodate woodworkers of all skill levels. The shop is open Monday–Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on most days. Tours are available when the shop is open. Special Interest Groups Woodcarvers: Beginners to experienced — all are welcome. Contact Peter Dossing at
[email protected] or 512-970-9865. CNC Laser Users: Joe Wahlquist at
[email protected] or 512-9661083. CNC Router Users: Len Haynes at
[email protected] or 925-2166540. Wood Turners: Neal DeVore at
[email protected] or 916-3008819.
Zoomers
Peggy Searles, President
[email protected] ZIE (Inside Events): Dinner and dances are scheduled on March 23, June 22, September 21 and December 21. Contact Carrie Mackey at mackey.
[email protected] for information. ZOE (Outside Events): We have wonderful trips planned for 2023! We hope to see you on one of our land tours, local bus tours, river or ocean cruises soon. Check out our website for information. Zingles: Sign up for the Zoomers Zingles SIG at My Memberships. Our next Zingles event is scheduled for April 22. Golf Activities: Golf tournaments will be held on March 5, April 2, May 28, June 25, September 10 and October 1. Sign-up information will be sent to members prior to the tournament. Contact Larry Forson at larry.forson@ gmail.com. Social activities: For information on Wine, Dine and Movies contact Carol Robertson at ccrobertson@gmail. com. For information on Books, Cards and Games contact Judy Devore at
[email protected]. Membership: Join or renew online or at the Member Services office. Contact Mona Meyers at
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Around Sun Ci ty Poker Club winners The Poker Club had 27 members participate in their December Texas Hold'em No Limit tournament. Congratulations to the winners from left to right, Jim Hull, second place, Ron Evans, first place and Howard Hammerbeck, third place.
Chips and the supply chain Puppy pals Carol Baker, N13, enjoyed spending time with friends and the neighborhood dogs, Coco and Sophie, at a Christmas Eve brunch party. Photo by Diane Beattie 116 | SUNRAYS
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Computer Club volunteers helped the Samsung presentation, Chips and the Supply Chain, run smoothly in the ballroom. From left to right, in the back row, Peter Parrott, Wayne Kurtz and Andy Comer. In the front, Sue Comer (Computer Club president) and Deb Peak. Not pictured, but also part of the team, Tina Wall. Photo by Jan Fambro ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Around Sun Ci ty Greetings from Georgettes The Sun City Georgettes gathered for their annual photo at Sun City's beautiful Legacy Hills Park. Photo by Faith Burns
N55 book club celebrates 10 years The N55 Book Club recently celebrated their 10th anniversary and a total of 110 books read. In the front row from left to right, Ellen Silverman, Tagharid Ali, Carole Jones and Marjan Lowley. In the back row, Laurel Kupperman, Christie Wallace Noring, Peggy Reeder, Elaine Foster, Nancy Nelson and Lydia Munro.
Holiday fun with N64 The ladies in N64 celebrated the holidays with their annual Christmas social at Cowan Creek. Thanks to hostess Sherry Mertens for providing a fabulous holiday luncheon for 30 attending ladies. Rose Simone was an excellent MC at the fun gift exchange and Judy Bibb baked delicious cookies for everyone. 118 | SUNRAYS
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Happy birthday, Barbara! N53 gals celebrate Barbara Sheppard's birthday in December. From left to right, Kempa Rider, Barbara Sheppard, Donna Myrick, Gaye Coone, Leanne Kenny, Kathleen Johnson and Ginni Lyle.
Women's Christmas coffee Women from N30 celebrated the season with delicious coffee and treats at Patty Greiwe's place. Photo by Anita Solberg ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Miles of memories A group of Sun City Cyclists enjoyed a 50-mile route from Sun City to north of Florence via Firefly Road in December.
N47 boccee ball Boccee Club member and N47 resident, Esther Campos, taught everyone the basics of boccee ball at a fun neighborhood gathering. From left to right, Suzette Hallen, Sandy Barnaby, Esther Campos and Kathy Struzynski. On the left, Dwaine Boydstun throws a ball down the boccee court. 120 | SUNRAYS
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Polar plunge Larry Larson, Louise Anderson, Theresa Neville and Betty White celebrated New Year's Eve with a polar plunge in the pool at 2 Texas Dr. Everyone enjoyed a long soak in the hot tub after a quick lap around the outdoor pool. On the right Louise Anderson, Theresa Neville and Betty White prepare to take the plunge.
Garden Club Yard of the Month Charlene Quast 107 Rio Grande Loop (N13) By David Woerner Charlene Quast retired in 2016 from a long career as an elementary school teacher and administrator in Fort Bend County, and was very pleased to find this property in Sun City. The house dates to 2004 and has been carefully maintained and was in 'move in' condition. The corner yard is very attractive, and is dominated by several huge heritage multi-trunk oak trees across the front and along the side street. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
Charlene has continued careful maintenance to keep the property in top condition. The huge oak trees are trimmed regularly to maintain their attractive shapes. The focal point for the small backyard is two stone-paved seating areas in the shade of huge oak trees. Charlene maintains several colorful hibiscus plants in pots, which show abundant tropical flowers, and survive by being moved to the garage each winter. The backyard also includes blooming crepe myrtle, esperanza,
bougainvillea and a large plum tree which provides fruit each summer. The front yard is very spacious and sweeps around to the side street, and has several planting islands with blooming shrubs and red yucca. The wide front porch is edged with a row of mahonia, showing colorful foliage and purple berries. This welcoming and charming yard is very worthy of note as a Garden Club Yard of the Month.
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Around Sun Ci ty Surprise Santa In December, the N71 Wednesday Walking group got a big surprise when they ran into Santa himself!
Tuesday Fellowship Ladies The Tuesday Fellowship Ladies enjoyed a holiday party with lunch and door prizes at The Worship Place in Sun City. The group meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month to make yarn projects to help those in need. Photo by Rose Simone
Book club gives back Members of the Essex Book Club met at Mulligan's for their monthly meeting and Christmas party in December. Toys were collected for Blue Santa, the local police department's annual toy drive and distribution program. 122 | SUNRAYS
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Happy holidays from N10 Neighbors from N10 enjoyed a fun holiday party with food, fellowship and a festive spirit at The Retreat in December.
Gnome for the holidays The Night Owls SIG had a 'Gnome' for the holidays party in December. The Night Owls regularly gather on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in Studio #2. Photo by Linda Burke
N84 ladies lunch Ladies from N84 enjoyed holiday laughter and cheer at their holiday luncheon at Dale's Essenhaus in December. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Cooking demo party
The Cooking Demo ladies of N81 gathered for a Christmas sock exchange in December. Everyone was excited to show off their new socks.
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Game Gals give back The N59 Game Gals play games weekly throughout the year. At each game, the group collects donations that will go to a charity selected at their annual holiday party. This year, Williamson County Child Advocacy Center was selected to receive a donation of $950. From left to right, Joyce Rickman, Jackie Mitchell, Tiffany Sturman, WCCAC Director of Development and Fran Gioia.
Sun City Nurses Members of the Sun City Nurses Interest Group gathered for their annual holiday party in December at The Worship Place. Everyone enjoyed a delicious pasta and salad lunch and a fun round of a challenging trivia game called Stump a Nurse. Photo by Jerri Winslow. 124 | SUNRAYS
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Plant-based party
The Horticulture Club's Plant-Based Eating SIG members enjoyed a fun holiday potluck party at The Oaks in December. The group meets monthly on the second Monday from 1–3 p.m. (except May, November and December) in the Florence Room at Cowan Creek. From left to right, Kathy Bailey, David Anderson and Heidi Duster are grateful to gather with friends.
On the right, Donald Boriack and Bobby Muse are excited about the whole-food, plant-based desserts and snacks they are about to enjoy.
Crafty Christmas luncheon
The Fabric and Fiber Club Beading/Jewelry SIG enjoyed a festive and fun Christmas luncheon in December. On the right, Mitty Scarpato is working on a peyote stitch necklace. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Around Sun Ci ty N57 golf cart parade party After touring Sun City streets on their golf carts in search of festive holiday lights, N57 neighbors gathered for hot chocolate at their 9th annual golf cart parade.
N71 Ladies Bunco Party The ladies from three different N71 Monday night Bunco groups gathered for a festive Ladies Bunco Christmas party. Names were randomly drawn and everyone was placed on new teams. This year, the group is looking to expand to four Monday night Bunco games. 126 | SUNRAYS
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Ebony Ladies Merry Mix and Mingle Ebony Ladies, a Sun City interest group of women of African and African-American descent, posed for a group photo at their Merry Mix and Mingle holiday party at Mulligan's in December. Seated from left to right, P. Fludd, J. Caveness, R. Gill, J. Mosley, D. Browner and CJ Jackson. Standing, G. Derricote, R. Stewart, S. Leconte, P. McNeil, C. Crisp-Martin, J. Hayden, G. Roseboro, L. Williams, B. Russeau, M. Palmer and Z. Dixon-Johnson.
Sky Girls luncheon The Sun City Sky Girls is an interest group of former flight attendants who have been gathering in Sun City for approximately 15 years. Thanks to host, Susie McIntosh, 31 of the 45 members celebrated the holidays together at their annual Christmas luncheon. Airlines represented: U.S.Air, Continental, United, American, Delta, PanAm, Eastern, Western, Braniff, Texas International, TransCaribbean, North Central, TWA, Southwest and Northwest.
Gals Who Wine One of the earliest wine groups in Sun City, Gals Who Wine, enjoyed a great holiday party at the home of Carol Palmer. Photo by Marsha Guys ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Festive fitness During a December cold spell, the Sun City Hat Ladies moved their meeting indoors to the aerobic pool while wearing hats appropriate to the season. From left to right, Nancy Luker, Theresa Neville, Sue Gillot and Karen Hett. Photo by Linda Bryan
Christmas Cycling Marnie Marx’s 7:30 a.m. cycling class celebrated Christmas in style by wearing their most festive holiday workout attire. 128 | SUNRAYS
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Happy holiday trip In mid-December a group of Sun City friends enjoyed a festive holiday trip through three southeast states, including Christmas at Callaway Gardens in Georgia, Biltmore Christmas in North Carolina and ending with a Country Christmas at the fabulous Opryland Resort in Tennessee. On their last night, the group posed for a photo in the Opryland Hotel before a Christmas dinner show featuring the Oak Ridge Boys.
Cruising the canal A group of 30 Zoomers enjoyed a 16-day cruise along the Panama Canal in December.
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Around Sun Ci ty Happy anniversaries! Congratulations to Kathy and Dan Gregory, N84, on their 50th wedding anniversary and to Nanci and Bill Horton, N13, on their 58th anniversary. The couples celebrated with dinner at Wildfire in Georgetown and a Caribbean cruise.
Book Club Christmas The N58 book club ladies enjoyed a festive and fun gathering for their 5th annual Christmas party in December.
N16 Monthly Lunch Ladies The N16 ladies on Belfalls Drive enjoyed a great lunch while getting to know their neighbors at Cava at Wolf Ranch in Georgetown in December. From left to right, Debbie Peterson, Sue Bunn, Alexia Griffin, Jana Livorsi and Caryl Hartman. 130 | SUNRAYS
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Caroling with N10 Led by AJ Mayer, N10 carolers sang at about eight homes and completed their evening with hot cocoa, apple cider and treats at AJ’s house. In the front row from left to right, Laraine Brown, AJ Mayer, Carolyn Kettenacker, Barbara Marr and Lucy Steele. In the back row, Bev Cummings, Art Riefle, Paul Hanley, Paula Hanley, Bill Atkinson and Gary Miller. Not pictured, Lola Keck. Photo by John Steele
Golfers show support A group of golfers enjoyed breakfast at Mulligan's prior to a round of golf at White Wing. Everyone wore a white mustache to show support for a neighbor who has the real one and is currently undergoing treatment for leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Interest Groups For updates and information on all Interest Group events, please contact group leadership directly.
Learning can be fun!
AARP Smart Driver Course Saturday, Feb. 18, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., CCA 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., CCW Purchase your $21 ticket online or at the Member Services office. The AARP Driver Safety Course offers the nation's first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers. The program consists of one (1) fourhour session. The course helps drivers refine existing skills and develop safe defensive driving techniques. Both AARP members and non-members may take the course. Non-AARP members must pay an extra $5 at the door. AARP members must bring their AARP card to avoid the additional charge. Individuals with AARP Medicare Supplement Plan insured by UnitedHealthcare may attend for no charge but must show their membership card as proof. Upon completion of the course, you may receive a discount on your automobile insurance premium. Please check with your auto insurance carrier to see what discount, if any, will apply. AARP courses do not qualify for ticket dismissal in Texas unless you have previously contacted the appropriate court and received approval to take this course in place of a defensive driving course.
Just for fun!
African/African-American Women The Sun City ‘Ebony Ladies’
are women of African and AfricanAmerican descent who meet in informal, friendly, fun gatherings. Contact Rae Gill at
[email protected] or 512-868-8688.
Book Discussion The Great Books
reading group will meet on Sunday, February 19, from 4–6 p.m. in the Activities Center. We follow the guidelines of the Great Books Foundation. Readings are from 15–90 pages and include classical literature and nonfiction writing from around the globe. Our books include suggested discussion questions. Prospective members can read about the Great Books Foundation and Shared Inquiry at http://www. greatbooks.org/ book-groups. For more information about joining our group, contact Catherine Morales at
[email protected].
Born In Texas If you or your spouse
were born in Texas and are not receiving the BIT Club emails, contact Connie McDonald at
[email protected] or 409-201-0890.
Cajuns Two great bands are booked
this year, so mark your calendars — Charles Ray Thibodeaux and The Austin Cajun Aces will perform on Sunday, May 7, and Jean Pierre and The Zydeco Angels on Sunday, October 15.
Everyone who enjoys the unique Cajun “joie de vivre” is welcome to attend; that's the Cajun Way. Friend us on the Sun City Cajun Club Facebook page or call or text Ron at 409-893-2778 or email
[email protected].
California If you were born in
California, have lived in California or simply love California, join us for dinner on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. For more information or to join this friendly group, contact Don Bell at belldon58@gmail. com or call 512-508-6701. Include your name, phone number and email address.
Chi Omega The Sun City Chi Omegas
meet about four times a year. Our next gathering will be in the spring. More details will be sent via email to those on our list. Please contact Pam Edgerley at
[email protected] or 530-2192015 to be placed on our email list or for more information about our group.
Colorado The Colorado Club is
open to all former Coloradoans (and those who just love Colorado). We get together periodically to meet and share memories of our beautiful state. To be included on our email list for club get-togethers, contact dnunemann@ hotmail.com.
Cruisers Have a motorcycle or scooter
or dream of having one? Join the Sun City Cruisers. We meet for fellowship, story swapping, discussions on bikes and accessories, and planning for group rides. Contact Russ Miller at navyvetad2 @gmail.com or 512-636-9692.
On the day of class, remember to bring with you the ticket you purchased, your driver’s license and AARP card. For more information, contact Herb Hainlen at
[email protected].
Who knew they could fly!
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INTEREST GROUPS Hawaii The Hawaii group consists
of members who were born or raised in Hawaii, those who have lived or worked in Hawaii or those who possess a real love for the state and its culture. Do you visit Hawaii often? Then this club is for you. Please contact Karen Meredith Lindholm at hulagal98@ hotmail.com or 512-818-9144, or Martha Stokes at
[email protected] or 512-864-4174.
High Hopes Investors Ladies only,
Warm warbler
Barbara Luna found this yellow-rumped warbler fluffing its feathers to trap air and heat.
DAR — Robert Gilbert Livingston Chapter George and Martha
Washington’s gossipy neighbor (Welba Dorsey in costume) will give a presentation on Thursday, February 9, at the next meeting of the Robert Gilbert Livingston Chapter, NSDAR. For information, contact Emma Griffis, Regent,
[email protected].
French Social Born, lived or worked
in French-speaking countries? Want to keep up the language skill? Join our group on the last Friday of the month for lunch at a member’s home or a restaurant. Contact Therese Verdonk at
[email protected] or 254-654-7914.
German This spirited social club is
comprised of native-born and GermanAmericans with a desire to share mutual experiences in all things Germanic: the language, people and culture prevalent in its diverse regions. Luncheons are on the second Thursday of each month with conversation in German and English. Contact Jerry Faulkner, 512-819-1410.
Hadassah — Lea Kraus Kadima Chapter Hadassah is the largest wom-
en’s Zionest and volunteer organization in America. Hadassah is dedicated to improving the lives of people in Israel, supporting women’s health issues and women’s rights in the U.S. To find out more information about the local chapter, contact Marian Kobrin, at
[email protected] or 512-639-4064.
are you interested in the stock market but don’t know how to invest? This group is for you! A small group of Sun City ladies meets monthly to study stocks and help choose which stocks to buy. There is a small monthly fee. Contact Carolyn Hudson at hudsonsctx @suddenlink.net or 512-819-9293 for more information.
Illinois/Chicago The Illinois/
Chicago group is for those with Midwest values, Illinois connections and memories, and a fondness for Chicago foods, sports teams and Windy City neighborhoods. We plan to meet four times a year for fun, friendship and food. Contact Jim Bonk at jjbonk@core. com to be added to our email list.
Indiana Have a desire to meet folks
who have an Indiana connection? If you’re a Hoosier or wish you were, we welcome you! Contact Marsha Tucker at
[email protected] or 678-887-8700 to be added to our email list. This will help you discover the latest happenings with folks from the Common Sense State. We look forward to meeting you!
Iowa We will celebrate the arrival of
spring with a mix & mingle appetizer party on Thursday, April 20. No reservation required, just bring an appetizer to share! We'll provide plates, forks, napkins, cups, water and iced tea. BYOB. If you'd like more information on joining the Iowa Group, email Mark Truesdell at
[email protected].
IQ — InQuisitive Topic Discussion Group Calling all Mensa members,
former members, spouses and those inquisitively curious. Ongoing topic
discussion group is held every first Sunday at 3 p.m. in a Sun City residence. A topic for the day is introduced by the coordinator, and the group interacts with fun and fellowship. Please come check us out. Meet your fellow Mensans and participate to your mind’s content. For info contact Jim Ancmon at
[email protected] or 512-943-8812.
I Stand — SCTX This group is for
patriotic Americans who like to join other patriots and do a little flag waving. Join us on Facebook at I Stand — SCTX. For more information, call or text Ron at 409-893-2778.
Kappa Alpha Theta Theta alums,
plan on joining us in late February for a private wine and cheese tour at the new Hacienda. An email with the date and time will be sent to those alums who are on our email list. To be added to our email list, please contact Annalee Jirsa at
[email protected] or 559-6963124 or Barbara Davis at barbdavis113@ gmail.com or 612-237-1098.
Kappa Delta If you are a Kappa Delta
in the area and would like to meet other KDs, we would love to meet you! For information about our group, plans, events and get-togethers, please contact Susie Johnson at
[email protected] or 573-881-0110.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Our KKG
alumnae continue enjoying fun, informal, small gatherings and celebrating membership milestones. Plans are underway for a most unique spring gathering. We encourage all Sun City Kappas to join us and help plan this fun event! Make new Kappa friends and discover that someone you already know may be a Kappa! For information and to be placed on our email list, contact Diana Denholm at
[email protected] or 512-688-3951.
Michigan If you have lived in Michigan,
have ties to or an interest in Michigan, please join us to share information, stories and memories of the Great Lakes State. For more information or to be included on our email and notification list, contact Will Wright at
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Minnesota Hello from your 2023
group leaders Kim Mixell, Dorothy Follese and Anne Sweet. If you have a connection to Minnesota, we would love to meet you! We still need a treasurer; please contact Anne if you are interested. If you want to be added to the Minnesota group, contact Anne at
[email protected] or call 763-213-7345.
Mississippi Calling all Mississippi
folks — join our Mississippi Group. Come meet other Mississippians living in Sun City. Contact Bunny Petty at
[email protected] or 512-9666143 or Mary Lou Harrington at
[email protected] or 512-864-1949.
Nebraska, The Beef State We have
many residents living in Sun City Texas who love Nebraska. Our plan is to have four informal social gatherings per year, where us ‘Northerners’ can relive memories of Nebraska. We invite anyone who has lived in Nebraska, still travels back, wished they lived in Nebraska or have relatives back home to join this group. Our goal is to share stories, memories and develop friendships with Sun City residents. Contact
[email protected] or call 402-889-2902 for more information.
New York Hello New Yorkers and
friends! Do you miss NY — the food, the accents, the atmosphere, the colors? We can’t replicate all of them here in Texas, but we can help you hold onto your NY roots. If you’re more “yous guys” than “y’all,” we’re the group for you. We get together every two months for food, drink, friendship and good times. Contact Paul Chomka at 317-956-7159 for more information. We’d love to meet ya!
North Dakota The North Dakota
Interest Group met for happy hour on the patio at Mulligan’s on Wednesday, November 2. There were 32 members in attendance with everyone sharing memories of the Peace Garden state. The group noted that North Dakota became a state on November 2, 1889, which was 133 years prior to the day of our gathering. Our next get-together is being planned for February. For further information please contact Larry Wonder at 310-872-6510 or email
[email protected].
Nurses We are a fun group of nurses,
both retired and employed! Our goal is to socialize, support and learn from guest speakers on interesting topics. There are no dues to pay. Quarterly newsletters include member profiles, volunteering opportunities and details of our meetings. Contact Janet Etten,
[email protected], to join and receive newsletters. It’s always a great time when nurses come together!
Ohioans! On Sunday, February 19, Sun
City Ohioans will gather for a potluck featuring your favorite Ohio dishes! RSVP to
[email protected] by Sunday, February 12. Open to members (no charge) and guests ($10/pp).
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Did you renew your $10 yearly membership to participate in 2023 members-only activities? To renew or join, mail or drop off your check, payable to Ohio Club, to Joe DiGiacomo, 307 Hanging Star Ln. (N72), 78633. Information: Contact: Celia Olson, 512948-7382 or email
[email protected].
Oklahoma Welcome to the new Oklahoma group! We have already had our first meet and greet, and more will
be scheduled, including trips to local establishments, day tours, sporting events and more. Our goal is to share memories, make new friends and have fun together! We already have 32 members and welcome anyone who loves Oklahoma to join. Contact Kathy Hogan at
[email protected], or call 909223-8298 to be added to the email list.
Outdoor Adventure Camping
If you enjoy camping and the company of others, this is the group for you. We camp Mondays through Thursdays for better availability. Make your own reservations. We gather for a potluck on the first night and then enjoy activities together by hiking, kayaking, visiting museums, shopping and more. Please join us on Facebook for details. February 13–16: Mother Neff State Park March 6–9: Stephen F. Austin State Park For questions, email lydiaandon@gmail. com or
[email protected].
Porsche Lovers Ready to meet
your fellow Sun City Porsche Lovers? Porsche ownership is not required. Please consider joining this informal group for fun social activities, holiday celebrations, spectacular Hill Country touring drives, great conversation and all things Porsche! We will have many events this year. Send us your contact information so you won’t miss out on the fun. Mark Breyman, our president, would love to hear from you at
[email protected].
Psychology Anyone who would like
to participate in an interest group about psychology (psychologists, social workers, counselors, psychiatrists), contact Don Pool at
[email protected] or 512-864-7595.
Runners/Joggers We meet at
7 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in front of the Texas Drive Fitness Center; all are invited to join. Contact Dee Simmons at
[email protected] or 512688-1286. If it is too early for you to run, join us for coffee at City Market on Tuesdays at 8 a.m.
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INTEREST GROUPS Seahawks Boosters If you’re a Seattle
Seahawks fan or want to be, an affiliate of the Austin club has formed in Sun City Texas. Contact Bob Herwig at
[email protected] or Laura Cowen at
[email protected] if interested.
Senior LGBT and Advocates
Any senior LGBT resident or advocate in Sun City who would like to socialize with other families and advocates, please let us hear from you! We are a growing community who plan to meet every other month for informal and casual conversation, food and good times. For more information, email
[email protected] to be placed on our email list and receive information on our gatherings.
Sky Girls We are a group of retired stewardesses (better known today as flight attendants) who meet monthly in the home of one of our members. Our meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. We are strictly social and have discovered we have endless experiences to share and compare! Call Pam Meyners at 512-8685575 or Carol Baker at 512-868-6920.
SAR — Alexander Hamilton Chapter We will meet with other
SAR and DAR chapters on Saturday, February 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chateau Bellevue in Austin. Our chapter meets the second Saturday of every other month beginning March 11 in the Community Room at the Georgetown Parks & Rec building, 1101 North College St., Georgetown. A speaker will highlight each meeting, and lunch and fellowship will follow. Email Darrell Hutchinson, president, at
[email protected] or visit alexanderhamilton66.org.
St. Louis The group will gather at
least twice this year. We’re looking forward to renewing friendships and sharing fond St. Louis memories! Cardinal fans may join us each month at Wriggley's Pub for a chance to socialize, watch a game and root for a Cardinal victory. Contact Gary and Sheila Engel,
[email protected] or 512-868-6929.
Viva El Paso! For anyone who ever
lived in El Paso and wants to reconnect with the original Sun City, its rich west Texas culture, the Franklin Mountains or the desert southwest, we invite you to join VIVA EL PASO! Contact Patricia Williams,
[email protected], with questions, to join our mailing list or update your contact information.
Wisconsin The Wisconsin Group
meets about four times a year, and our next gathering will be in the spring. Please contact Pam Edgerley at
[email protected] to be placed on our email list or for more information about our group.
Women Behind the Badge Women
who have served in law enforcement are invited to gather to celebrate our service and meet new friends on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 4 p.m. at Mulligan's. Contact Carol Robertson at
[email protected] for more information.
Political
Republican Club of Sun City
Meets Thursday, February 23, at 5:30 p.m. in the ballroom. Our guest speaker is sheriff Roy Boyd, who launched Goliad County’s Operation Lone Star task force to focus on border security. Attendees must register and buy a ticket at www.sctexas.org or the Member Services office. Cost: $5, $10 or $20. Mulligan’s social event: Tuesday, February 14. Watch your emails for details. Contact: For further information, email Kathleen Wazny,
[email protected] or visit the club's website at rcsctx.com.
Sun City Democrats The Sun City Democrats host speakers who promote Democratic ideals, principles and values. Guests are welcome. Monthly meeting: Saturday, February 11. Social 9:30 a.m., meeting 10 a.m., RLSR Wednesday Happy hours: February 8 at The Oaks; February 22 at Mulligan’s. 4–5:30 p.m.
Visit suncitydems.org for information about activities and groups. Find the link to join under ‘Membership.’ Group activities include Austin Music Live, Men’s Breakfast, Progressive Singles and Wine Tasting. Contact: ernie.c@ mac.com or 512-688-2105.
Service Organizations
Classic Car Owners Meets first
Saturdays at 8 a.m., Smokey Mo’s BBQ at Wolf Ranch. Georgetown Texas Area Car Club (GTACC), a nonprofit social and recreational club, promotes the enjoyment of classic, antique and special-interest vehicles. GTACC awards the Bob Olofson Memorial Scholarship to graduating Georgetown and East View High School seniors who have completed the Automotive Technology program and have committed to continuing their formal education. Visit www.gtacc.org or contact Greg Caswell at 443-834-9284, or Don Landry at 972-898-8267 for more information.
Kiwanis Club of Sun City We meet
twice each month on Tuesdays at 9:50 a.m. All are welcome to attend. Guest speakers — February 14: Hugh Brown, CEO, St. David’s Hospital, SCB — February 28: Jim Romine, executive director, Sun City Texas, The Oaks For more information, contact Paula Sutter 661-565-5300.
Sun City Texas Rotary Sun City
Rotary Club meets Tuesdays at noon (check website to confirm location). Join us for lunch and see how you can get involved. We welcome guests and former Rotarians who want to give back to their community. Club information is available on our website at www.sctrotary.com and Facebook (@sctrotary) page. Contact John Chenoweth at 713-2017491 or
[email protected] for membership information.
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INTEREST GROUPS Continued from the previous page
WILCO Shrine Club Ron Speaks,
on behalf of the WILCO Shrine Club, wishes to thank the Sun City residents who made holiday donations to Shriners Hospitals as well as those who helped decorate the entrances and bridges of our community. Best wishes for a wonderful and prosperous 2023.
Spiritual Note: Contact your individual spiritual group for current updates.
Catholic Rosary/Dinner Groups of
Sun City Catholics meet once a month in each other’s homes for a potluck dinner followed by the Rosary and fellowship. Currently, there are seven groups. All Catholic couples and/or singles are welcome to join. Contact Sherrill and Oscar Durham at 830-992-9924 or
[email protected].
Christian Science Christian Science
services will be held each Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Cowan Creek Amenity Center. Testimony meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 4 p.m., also at the Cowan Creek Amenity Center. If you would like to know more about the healing power of Christ, you are lovingly invited to join us each Sunday. For questions and more information on Christian Science please email
[email protected] or call 512-635-2043.
Faith Lutheran Church Know
Christ! Live Christ! Make Christ Known! Come join us at 4010 Williams Dr. for worship services on Sundays at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. and Bible classes at 9:45 a.m. We have several small groups of Faith Lutheran Church (FLC) members that meet in Sun City homes. Our Faith Senior Ministries program is designed to meet the needs of senior adults (55+) at each stage of advancing life. Visit flcms. org for more information.
Grace Episcopal Church This is a
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liturgy, are fed by His life-giving Word, stimulated by engaging sermons and formed by the grace of Jesus Christ. Our two campuses are located at 4402 DB Wood Rd. (Sunday services at 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.) and 1314 East University Ave. (Sunday services at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.). Please visit www. graceepis.org for more information.
Hill Country Bible Church – Sun City In-person service: Sundays, 8:30 a.m., The Retreat. Visit https:// hillcountry.life/sundayservice to view online services. Hill Country Bible Church has been in Georgetown for over 18 years and has a campus in Sun City Texas for your convenience. Several small groups meet weekly in Sun City as well. For more information, please visit our website at www.hcbcgt.com or email us at info@ hcbcgt.com or call 512-863-7325.
Jewish Congregation Havurah Shalom Congregation Havurah
Shalom of Sun City holds services on the first and third Fridays every month at 7:30 p.m. in Sun City Texas and the Georgetown area. In addition, services are held on the High Holy Days. Many other religious, social, educational and community outreach programs and services are offered throughout the year. For more information, contact Jack Lester at www.chstx.org or 512-688-2208.
Light of Christ Anglican Church
Join us Wednesday mornings for our Bible study in Sun City. No previous knowledge is required or expected as we explore the Old and New Testaments in small sections. Our studies include time for fellowship and prayers. Sunday worship is held at 505 West University Ave. at 9:30 a.m. Go to www. lightofchristgeorgetown.org/ for more information or contact Sallie Geneva at
[email protected] or 361-816-8585.
community. All are welcome to attend. We worship every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and are located at 5404 Williams Dr. near Randall's. For more information, contact
[email protected] or see our website at sgpcgeorgetown.org.
San Gabriel Unitarian Universalist Fellowship San Gabriel UU Fellowship are people of many beliefs; those with religious backgrounds and those without. We are a congregation that welcomes all, promotes personal and spiritual growth, and works for a just, peaceful and sustainable world. Services take place on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m., at 1322 East University Ave. in Georgetown, or on our livestream at www.youtube.com/c/ SanGabrielUnitarianUniversalist Fellowship. Small groups occasionally meet in Sun City. Please visit our website at www.sangabrieluu.org for more information.
The Worship Place This interde-
nominational church has two campuses: — 811 Sun City Blvd., traditional services, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Sundays — 375 County Rd. 245, praise and worship service, 10 a.m., Sundays For information on Bible studies and ministries, visit www. twptx.org or call 512-869-1310, ext. 1000.
Unity Spiritual Center Georgetown Unity offers a positive
path for spiritual living. We are love-based and all-inclusive. We draw from and honor all paths to God. We are spiritual, not religious. We offer spiritual teachings with practical tools for meaningful and abundant living. We meet at The Oaks in Sun City on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Visit www. unitygeorgetown.org for details.
San Gabriel Presbyterian Church San Gabriel is a wonderful place to participate in meaningful worship, find needed encouragement, enjoy caring fellowship, jointly support those in need and connect with the
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Photos by
ALAIN GILLOT
This red-shouldered hawk, left, and Cooper's hawk, right, uses keen eyesight to survey the scene at Legacy Hills park.
These double-crested cormorants stretch their wings on the edge of Legacy Hills pond. Cormorants are excellent swimmers that forage for food underwater by diving from the surface and using their feet and wings to propel themselves.
Wading in the shallows at Legacy Hills pond, this great egret waits for the right moment to strike its prey. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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NEIGHBORHOOD REPS N01: Rick Schmidt........................................................................512-999-1891 A – Pat Ramming...............................................................512-415-2442 N02: Dina Rose...........................................................................512-627-9520 A – Bill Gradle...................................................................217-840-6086 N03: Dave Stroman....................................................................913-706-9083 A – Volunteer AltRep needed. N04: Barb Meese........................................................................512-639-2839 A – Vickie Riechers.........................................................979-299-5865 N05: Larry Mladek.......................................................................915-852-5133 Bart Bartleson................................................................... 512-539-0356 N06: Ronald Lind...................................................................... 608-642-0859 A – Steve Wilson...............................................................214-334-5747 N07: Susan Johnson..................................................................541-619-6289 A – Barb Lingor................................................................ 903-390-6019 N08/11: Peg Allen.......................................................................... 630-258-5855 A – Dwight Jeter................................................................. 713-417-1028 N09: Sherran Domescik..............................................................713-819-1599 A – Barbara Gard.............................................................360-689-4841 N10: Lucy Steele.......................................................................804-456-7026 A – Kim Walker..................................................................214-505-8638 N12: Tim Mulkey........................................................................ 281-852-3620 A – Donna Hollaway........................................................ 239-738-8148 N13: Suzanne Herndon....................................................................903-650-3674 A – Janice Ancmon.................................................................... 512-943-8812 N14 & N14A: Susan Matthews................................................................ 512-461-2783 A – Marilyn Brandon........................................................512-864-3340 N15: Joe Ligori.............................................................................801-455-6132 A – Colin Gribble...............................................................936-499-8121 N16A/16B/17/28: Michael Haar.....................................................................254-291-9239 A – Erin Hillary....................................................................512-508-5571 N16C: Leonard Johnson...............................................................512-801-8541 A – Eillene Johnson..........................................................512-801-8545 N18: Cheryl Williams....................................................................512-632-8111 A – Judith Koczian...........................................................512-639-8557 N19: Linda Goodfellow..............................................................512-413-5449 A – Terri Odle................................................................... 214-632-0656 N20: Chris Gutierrez................................................................. 409-682-5812 A – Greg Wilkes................................................................ 432-312-7278 N21: John Ulreich.................................................................................... 512-884-0538 A – Joseph Stephens...................................................... 512-688-2155 144 | SUNRAYS
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NREP OFFICERS Chairman
[email protected] Keith Steiner............................................................ 512-869-5728 Vice Chair Peter Mertens......................................................... 817-422-6366 Secretary Kathy Balsamo........................................................ 512-943-4689 CA Board Liaison Donna Provence....................................................512-869-0656 Staff Liaison Jenny Phillips...........................................................512-948-7392 NRO MEETINGS are the third Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in RLSR. For more information, visit www. sctexas.org > Log In > Clubs & Neighborhoods > NRO. N22 Sidney Fiegel....................................................................................512-917-0424 A – Pam Planck.............................................................................512-864-1980 N23: Dave Hertel........................................................................512-800-3729 A – Susie Peters..............................................................630-697-8383 N24A: Scott Mann........................................................................ 512-240-5502 N24B1 & N24B2: Sheryl “Marti” Killen..........................................................512-975-1660 A – Suzanne Siebenthaler................................................ 713-614-1601 N25: Linn Morgan....................................................................... 714-749-2420 A – Charles Davis..............................................................512-876-1992 N26: Devon Nunemann............................................................303-907-0817 A – Nancy Axtell...............................................................480-251-7885 N27: Sharon Dunning............................................................... 512-966-4203 A – James McWhorter...................................................985-773-0562 N29: Ellie Notz..............................................................................832-264-1414 A – Robert Monnaville.....................................................614-570-8018 N30: Judy Garcia........................................................................512-635-3942 A – Susan Lane...................................................................615-476-0211 N31: Mike Crawford....................................................................410-971-4050 Chuck Fath...........................................................................512-688-1321 N32: Carolyn Shaver.................................................................512-864-0548 A – Bob Mersereau.......................................................... 214-725-4632 N33: Barbara Winters.................................................................847-902-1132 A – Ann Hood................................................................... 512-680-5412 N34: Gary Gibbs..........................................................................512-925-1993 A – Wendy Gibbs..............................................................512-507-3158 N35: Diana Denholm..................................................................512-688-3951 A – Mike Harner................................................................512-567-4450 N36: Tina Bischoff..................................................................... 512-240-5070 A – Annette Thurmond...................................................817-832-6282 N37/60: Michael Costello................................................................817-683-9215 A – Bob Breeckner.......................................................... 512-943-9379 ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
NEIGHBORHOOD REPS N38: Ken Thompson.................................................................. 281-733-7236 A – Linda Thompson................................................................ 713-459-1586 N40: Michael Wendtland........................................................ 262-894-5696 A – Edward Flynn.....................................................................401-442-6892 N41: Leslie Riley..........................................................................303-877-7145 A – Cindy Bunn.................................................................. 210-215-1669 N42: Janice Bailey......................................................................512-240-4516 A – Robert Sage..............................................................425-422-8330 N43: Patty Kantor........................................................................512-869-4203 A – Marylou Whitfield ......................................................281-686-2718 N44: Alline Healy........................................................................ 915-256-1603 A – Christine Painter..........................................................512-963-5115 N45: Sheryl Speckmann........................................................... 813-957-3236 N46: Keith Steiner......................................................................512-869-5728 Anne Marie Steiner..........................................................512-869-5728 N47: Kathy Struzynski................................................................ 713-614-9072 A – Suzette Hallen............................................................512-763-6519 N48: James Norbert...................................................................817-676-6078 A – Judy Smith..................................................................512-468-2063 N49: Elizabeth Blount............................................................... 760-792-6345 A – Vivian Idriss............................................................... 281-804-0523 N50: Jolyn Dawson..................................................................... 714-904-5381 Doris Penny......................................................................... 817-247-2132 N51: Joanne Stockwell.............................................................512-943-9730 A – Janice Brown...............................................................512-943-0119 N52: Ginny Gagner.................................................................... 919-901-2452 A – Cindi Carter.....................................................................512-433-0179 N53: Susan Brookings............................................................. 903-388-7570 A – Pam Pannell................................................................ 512-240-5150 N54: Linda Edman..................................................................... 512-639-2909 A – Gene Edwards................................................................... 520-990-1159 N55: Richard Murphy..................................................................913-558-1972 A – John Gardner............................................................. 832-724-4134 N56: Tracy Tatom........................................................................303-859-1643 A – Jill Pharr....................................................................... 972-978-1345 N57: Volunteer NRep and AltRep needed. Call Chairman Keith Steiner. N58: Cheryl Vanek......................................................................512-517-5532 A – Dianne Stropp............................................................... 505-918-3088 N59: Craig West...........................................................................512-743-6936 A – Rick Rickman..................................................................512-635-3876 ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
N62: Gary Holliday.......................................................................512-461-9419 N63: Glenn Eichhorn................................................................ 559-779-4835 A – Bill Sutton....................................................................210-885-7635 N64: Paul O'Malley......................................................................847-372-1943 N67: Michael Vallow..................................................................... 720-261-8850 A – John Sparlin..................................................................805-404-0990 N68: Dan Landon.......................................................................513-236-0646 A – Maria Fierro................................................................... 916-627-0924 N69: Deb Peak...........................................................................240-374-9560 A – Robert Blythe...................................................................832-731-7144 N71: Christine Alexander.........................................................713-303-5306 A – Joseph Orsak................................................................949-201-6602 N72: Jan and John Pulliam.......................................................... 916-765-7297 N76: Dan Lawson...................................................................... 253-405-9510 A – Barbara Bergin......................................................... 512-656-2854 N81: Nina Cronin........................................................................937-620-2601 A – Stephen Schellenberg.............................................512-688-2487 N82: Robin Thomas.................................................................. 305-733-3348 A – Paul Fisch.....................................................................214-803-8081 N83: Brian Styer...........................................................................419-305-9916 A – Linda Hutchinson...................................................... 916-873-6977 N84: Jerry Rudd......................................................................... 757-560-4709 A – Mike Kimball................................................................512-659-1657 N85: Patty Steinocher.................................................................512-217-3561 A – Debra Shay................................................................ 805-558-5818 N86: Ron Place............................................................................ 719-433-2972 A – Pat Blackford............................................................. 903-474-4248 N87: Rob Hales......................................................................... 408-828-9582 A – Mark Carey.................................................................. 407-429-1143
AREA COORDINATORS & COLOR KEY Area 1
Nina Cronin..........................................937-620-2601
Area 2
John Shideler....................................... 713-826-7930
Area 3
Marilyn Brandon..................................512-864-3340
Area 4
Cindi Carter.............................................. 512-433-0179
Area 5
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COMMITTEES Committee Members
Committee Meetings
CHARTERED CLUBS cacharteredclubs@ sctexas.org Vicki Alpher Cindy Bunn Linda Curfs • Jerry Fronczak Ron Mendelzon Cheryl Smith Ron Stein Dawn Pehl (SL) COVENANTS cacovenants@ sctexas.org • Bob Anderson Michael Costello Jon Gates Rashelle Karp Don Olson Ginger Przybys Carl Zimmerman (SL) EMERGENCY MGT.
[email protected] Charles Brideson • Keith Clanahan Don Davidson Dan Dodson Julie DuBois Mark Gilbert Dick Mills Alan Parrish Brian Richard Katie Newnam (SL) FINANCE
[email protected] • Jay Casper Joseph Digiacomo Dwight Jeter Catherine Morales John Price Germaine Roseboro Steve Schellenberg Ann Dodson (SL) GOLF
[email protected] Thomas Becker Allen Bowersox • Cindy Brien Kevin Dahl Chris Hoss Richard Lester Kenneth Morrison Josh Lockhart (SL)
See Sun City Texas Resident Directory or www.sctexas. org > Community Association Info > CA Advisory Committees for description of duties for each committee.
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MODIFICATIONS camodifications@ sctexas.org Sammy Alexander Alan Anderson Pattie Brady Toni Lagalo Marc Levin Sue Moore Mike Pratt • John Schwebke Tom Stidvent Carl Zimmerman (SL) NOMINATING canominating@ sctexas.org Mike Goodman Kay Henley Darlene Herring Gerard Kupperman Gary Knoepke • Jim McNamara Joseph Orsak Katie Newnam (SL) PROPERTY & GROUNDS
[email protected] Jim Clarno Bill Corbett Mark DuBois Jeanne Fitzpatrick Mike Morrison Duane Murray Bob Redden • Bill Streeter John Wroblewski Stan Lyons (SL) WILDLIFE
[email protected] Tommy Aishman • William Cody Kerry Dyer Alan Hodel Mac McDonald Jerry Murray Belen Nobert Jan Teplitz Don Wappler Marty Van Blair (SL) Key: • Bold - Chairman SL - Staff Liaison
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Please contact individual committees for meeting information.
Chartered Clubs
Modifications
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FEBRUARY 2
MONDAY
9 a.m., MESQ
THURSDAYS 9 a.m., MESQ
Covenants
FEBRUARY 16
FEBRUARY 1
Nominating
FEBRUARY 15
FEBRUARY 21
WEDNESDAYS 9 a.m., MESQ 9 a.m., MESQ
9 a.m., MESQ
TUESDAY
9 a.m., MESQ
Emergency Management
TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 10
2 p.m., MESQ
FRIDAY
9 a.m., MESQ
Finance
TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 21 1 p.m., MESQ
Property & Grounds
FEBRUARY 7 Wildlife
WEDNESDAY
FEBRUARY 1 3 p.m., MESQ
Golf
MONDAY
FEBRUARY 27 2 p.m., MESQ
Other Task Forces or CA Groups COPs
LMHO
FEBRUARY 1
FEBRUARY 22
WEDNESDAY 9 a.m., CCF/G TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 10 a.m., RLSR
9 a.m., AC MR 1, 2
Neighborhood Reps (NRO)
Firewise
FEBRUARY 15
FEBRUARY 21 WEDNESDAY
FEBRUARY 22
FRIDAY
9:30 a.m., RLSR
1 p.m., MESQ
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Classifieds
Classified Advertising Rates UP TO 25 WORDS
CLASSIFIED DEADLINE: Sunday, February 5 for the March issue AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING
CABINETS & CARPENTRY
• CA PITOL A /C SERV ICES — A ir Conditioning & Heating Sales & Service. A+ Rated with BBB. Sun City references available. www.capitolairconditioning.com. 512-7462400. TACLB29844C.
• www.cordiwoodworks.com designs, builds, finishes & installs custom cabinetry to your specifications. Satisfied Sun City customers are our best advertisement. Visit site for information. 512-845-2475
• AMERICAN HOME SERVICES — Providing expert HVAC services since 1989. A+ BBB rating. Free estimates/second opinions. Heating and air conditioning tune up special $49. Ask for Sun City Discounts. Call 512-8683500. www.americanhomeandcommercial. com. TACLB 9009.
• SHINING IMAGE CLEANING SERVICE Professional in/out window cleaning. Rain gutter cleaning & pressure washing services. 20 years’ experience. See display ad for special pricing. Call 512-358-4784.
• A/C TUNE UP CHECK $49.00! Repair or replace systems. Roger Stuth Air Conditioning. Over 40 years’ experience. Sun City Resident. Taclb23475e. Call Roger 512-945-9002.
ALTERATIONS & MORE • ALTERATIONS & SEWING by Grandma Mac. Call Marilyn at 512-864-1521 or 512639-0883. Near Sun City — Serenada Drive. Rush orders accepted. Many years’ experience.
ATTORNEYS/WILLS/ESTATES • WILLS / PROBATE / CIVIL: Attorney Tim Sisk, Sun City resident. 936-520-4300,
[email protected] • WILLS / TRUSTS / ESTATE PLANNING / PROBATE: Keith Hajovsky. Wills from $300, $500 for a couple! See all prices at www.TexasWillAttorney.com! 512-294-5719,
[email protected]. • Paying for care? See how to qualify for the MEDICAID and VETER ANS AID & ATTENDANCE benefits you deserve. Contact us today at 512-598-9005 or RaineyAndRainey.com • THE LEFLER LAW FIRM, IN THE SUN CITY MARKETPLACE, does WILLS, TRUSTS, PROBATE, GUARDIANSHIP, LITIGATION, & REAL ESTATE. 40 years of combined experience. In Sun City, for Sun City. www.leflerlegal.com. 512-869-2579 • Wills — POA’s — Trusts — Probates Phillip E. Romero, Attorney [Sun City resident]
[email protected] — 214-808-6528 Free ½ hr. initial conference in your home.
BEAUTY/COSMETICS/SALONS
• MARYKAY INDEPENDENT SALES DIRECTOR (Sun City) Beverly Rogers, all products available, 104 Painted Bunting Lane. 512-864-3662 or 512-630-3076, rogersbr1@ verizon.net; www.marykay.com/brogers6. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
1 month: $40 3 months: $108 ($36/mo. or 10% Savings) 6 months: $204 ($34/mo. or 15% Savings) 12 months: $384 ($32/mo. or 20% Savings) PLUS $1 FOR EACH WORD OVER 25 WORDS
For contract, email
[email protected] 2 Texas Drive, Georgetown, TX 78633 Contact Carol Cafferty
512-948-7762
CLEANING — SPECIALIZED
• WE HAUL IT ALL! Declutter with us. Paramedic/First Responder owned and operated. Junk/Debris removal service. Local, Trusted and Honest. Junk Monkey. 512-5805030,
[email protected]
COMPUTERS & ELECTRONICS • AGAPE BUSINESS SERVICES Specializes in proactive/preventative maintenance, computer repairs, networking & consultations. If we can’t fix it, it’s FREE. Call Ted 512-912-6602 or email
[email protected]. • Computer Tutor At Your Place, At Your Pace. I can help you with your computer, iPhone, iPad, or tablet. Helpful tips and tricks. Reasonable rates. Call your local tutor, Karen, 432-553-2468.
CONCRETE /STONEWORK/TILE • SUNCOAT — YOUR DECOR ATIVE CONCRETE SPECIALIST! BEAUTIFY YOUR DRIVEWAY, PATIOS, GARAGE, ETC.! EPOXY, STAMPED/TEXTURED/FAUX STONE/RE-SEAL (SC) DISCOUNT/PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE, 512-743-0936. • ARTISAN TILE & STONE. Design, installation & repair. Kitchen & Bath, Patios, Walkways & Garden. Clean and re-seal exterior stone. Driveway coatings installed. Quality work guaranteed. Bonded/Insured. Please call Paul 619-850-9323,
[email protected]. • Second Chance Concrete offers slipresistant resurfacing for patios, garages, driveways & interior f loors. Offering SPECIAL on garage floor makeovers and patio sealing. Contact Jerry at 512-779-0040 or secondchanceconcrete.net. Free estimates. Licensed and insured.
• SERRANO CONCRETE & MASONRY: Rock & Concrete Patios. Sitting Walls. Repair Rock. Concrete Driveways & more. (I also do hauling and handyman jobs). 512-630-5819.
ELECTRICAL
• MLJ ELECTRIC Let a Licensed & Insured Electrician do your electrical work. Anything, from switches, smoke detectors, fixtures, receptacles, fans, breaker box & remodels. TECL #26210; ME #195890. 512-656-6093. • REYNOLDS ELECTRICAL SERVICE Licensed & Insured, 30 years experience providing all your electrical needs in Sun City. TECL29938. Emergency 24 hour service available. Call 512-508-6123. • NORRELL ELECTRIC: Trustworthy electricians serving locally for 20 years; we don’t use scare tactics to up-sell. We’re honest, hardworking and committed to our customers, 512-863-0143. TELC#30763 • Brighthouse Electric, LLC, We can provide your Sun City home with whole-home surge protection, LED lighting, RV Receptacles, Remodels, Additions and more. Warranty our work. Call Jonathan at 512-876-2269/
[email protected], TECL#31349 • Vital Service LLC. Electrical and Low Voltage Services. Repairs, Remodels, Receptacles, Lighting, Speakers, Networking and more! Honest, Caring, Hard Working. Call Craig 512-887-0340.
[email protected]. TECL #35221.
FINANCE & INSURANCE • DOYLE PENDLETON & ASSOCIATES, New Tax office in Sun City. Enrolled Agents and Certified Financial Planner, IRS representation. Pick up and deliver. www.doylependleton.com, 512-506-9777. • ARE YOU RECEIVING PAYMENTS FROM REAL ESTATE YOU SOLD? GET CASH NOW! Call Steve at 512-260-2274, www. stevecashesnotes.com. Continued on the next page FEBRUARY 2023
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• Farmers Insurance, Phillip Gunter: Experienced, Local Agent. Home, Auto, Medicare Plans, Golf Cart, RV, Life. Let’s Talk About Your Needs. I do house calls! Phillip: 512-565-4446; PhillipWithFarmers@ gmail.com • Are you turning 65 or need to review your Medicare coverage? Call your registered Humana agent, Maya Sharma, for assistance at 737-230-6263. TTY:711. • Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage I'll share everything you need to know about the reverse mortgage! I live in Sun City, and I'm happy to meet you at your home or the Sun City TX Social Center. I'll provide you a complimentary proposal, with no obligation, and will be happy to answer all questions you have about reverse mortgages. Greg Sims, NMLS 1991039, 210-331-3331,
[email protected], Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage, NMLS 1025894 • SUN CITY TAX PRO! Thirty years’ experience. Registered with the IRS. All states and E-File available. FREE pick-up and delivery. Call 214-514-9919 or trendsetter@ airmail.net.
HANDYMAN SERVICES • A WORK OF ART Handyman Services specializing in window cleaning, power washing, interior/exterior painting, artistic tree work & other. Art 512-925-2921. • HANDYMAN: Ceiling Fans. Light Fixtures. Faucets. Windows. Mirrors. Dryer Vent. Gutter Cleaning. Garage Doors. Appliance Install. General Home Maintenance. Minor Roof Repair. Reliable. Honest. Sam Nijmeh, 512508-5087 or 512-748-6518. • Lind A Hand — Affordable handyman service — Georgetown resident servicing Sun City — No job too small — Dependable. See Vendor Referral Book — Call Bill 512-818-6777. • Father & Son: Painting interior and exterior. Carpentry repairs. Commode repair/ replacement. TV Mounting. Doggie doors. Gutters cleaned/guard installed. Power washing -houses, driveways, patios, decks. Plus much more. Call Gerald at 512-259-5768. Leave message. • REMODELING/HANDYMAN SERVICES Quality Work! Large or small jobs of all types. Sun City referrals available. Free estimates. Facebook @ Round Rock Remodeling. Robert Isaacson, 512-914-3511; constsafe@hotmail. com.
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• JUST CALL JAMES HANDYMAN SERVICES: Interior/Exterior maintenance and repairs. Carpentry, Fixtures, Drywall, Painting and more! Quality work for reasonable rates. Call or text 512-627-2222. • Bob the Handyman: Hot water heater installations, faucet replacements, toilet replacements/repairs, plumbing revisions, etc. Great rates. Call 817-266-2357. Sun City resident. • Martin Handyman Service. Joe & Pat Martin. Locally owned Family business and we have been here helping you since 2016. Basic Handyman Items, General Home Maintenance, Repairs, Updating, Remodeling or just need a helping hand. Give us a call for free estimate. Joe Martin at 737-444-6262 or Joem.mhs2016 @gmail.com. • Honey-dos, weed beds, clean gutters, clean/ organize garage, rearrange furniture. We do a little bit of everything. Landin’s Home & Lawn Services. Call Texanna at 737-240-5462 • DAN THE HANDYMAN changes ac filters, smoke detectors/batteries, cleans gutters and windows, power washes driveways, patios, and pergolas. I ALSO CLEAN DRYER VENTS. I am a Navy vet who has been in Georgetown 20 years. Call/text 512 589 6910 • HOME HELPERS-HOME PROJECTS: We are a women owned HANDY “WOMAN” business. From paint, tile work to custom design let us customize your home. Give us a call to get started! 281-840-0864. • GENERAL CONTRACTOR 40+ years experience in all trades of construction — no job too small. References available. Call Guy Price 619-913-4722 or guywprice@yahoo. com (SC Resident)
HEALTH & WELLNESS • Georgetown Professional Massage and Wellness. Locally and Veteran Owned & Operated Wellness Center that offers Custom Professional Massages, Same Room Couples Massages, Hot Stone Massages, Infrared Saunas and VALENTINES DAY PACKAGE SPECIALS. Beautiful, brand new facility located within 1 mile of Sun City. Your first time in, we thank you with giving you our Wellness Discount. 60min/$79, 90min/$115, 120min/$159. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ONLINE OR IN-HOUSE. Call, text or go online to schedule or buy a Gift Certificate. 512639-2769. https://www.vagaro.com/us04/ georgetownprofessionalmassageandwellness
• MEDICAL TOENAIL AND FOOT CARE BY DEBRA, RN (TX#1047075) TEXT/CALL 360-909-6760 FOR APPOINTMENT. Cash/ check only. Aimed at keeping you healthy and walking comfortably.
HELP WANTED
• Would you like to earn extra holiday cash? We are a private shuttle company seeking part time drivers. We provide the vehicle. Must have a clean driving record and be fully Covid vaccinated. Call Jack 737-235-3122 for an interview. • Cantera Montessori Preschool/Infant Subst it utes. G eorgetow n’s prem ier Montessori environment. 2 days to 2 weeks at a time, Monday–Friday. Flexibility. Advanced notice provided. $20–$24/Hour. Seeking individuals with a love of early childhood looking to work part time hours. Responsibilities Include: Supporting teacher's lunch breaks, assisting in classrooms during staff scheduled vacations and assisting in all age groupings — from 6 weeks through kindergarten. 512-948-7199 https://msosv.com/cantera/ https://msosv.bamboohr.com/careers/186
HOME IMPROVEMENT & REMODELING
• REMODEL YOUR KITCHEN OR BATH! www.KitchensByHand.com has been updating kitchens and baths for over 20 years. Professional. Affordable. See Vendor Book. FREE estimate. Call John 512-650-4951. • DM REMODELING SERVICES. Home Renovation/Improvements. Contractor ready to help you renew your home! FREE ESTIMATES (512)803-9377 (512)944-8178 • Georgetown Construction is a local familyrun business with 50 years experience. Rick MacIver specializes in remodeling, decks, outdoor kitchens, pavilions, small projects and more! 512-784-0808. • Total Source Remodeling — We specialize in all phases of home repair and remodeling. Fully insured for your protection. Bathroom/ Kitchen remodeling. Interior/Exterior painting. Tile/Laminate flooring. Drywall. Window replacement. Rotted wood repair. Decks. Patio covers. Handyman services. Call/Text 512-840-9006
[email protected] • EMERSON HOME IMPROVEMENTS is a family-owned total remodeling company with 30+ years’ experience. We specialize in bathtub to custom shower remodels, roofs, kitchens, painting, sheetrock, flooring and decks. Call 512-999-1295. ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
CLASSIFIEDS HOME SERVICES • PEST CONTROL: Clifton’s Pest Management at your service! Clifton lives in Georgetown. Licensed by the State of Texas #0691496. Insured. NO contracts. Reasonable rates. 512-876-0592. • WILKINS GARAGE DOORS: Repair & Installation of garage doors and openers. FREE Estimates. Please call me for all your garage door needs. Garrett Wilkins 512-818-1698. • Dr. Larry, the knife guy sharpens your KNIVES AND SCISSORS to perfection, including Serrated. Satisfaction Guaranteed!! References Available. New to Sun City from Nebraska. 402.889.2902 • ORGANIZING & MORE: Organizing one room or your whole house, packing or unpacking, errands, personal shopping & transportation services. Over 25 years experience in cleaning and organizing. Laura Lord. 319-331-5467.
HOUSE CLEANING • HOUSECLEANING HATERS! Cleanliness Next to Godliness. Totally relax & trust Kelly’s Cleaning Service. Been in business since 1982. Thank you Sun City! Free estimates. Competitive prices. Leave message at 512-694-6767. www.foremancleaning.com. • HIS WAY Cleaning Services Christian Home Cleaning Co. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly cleanings. Move-In/Out, make-ready cleanings. Bonded/Insured, Georgetown. Chamber of Commerce. HISwaycleaning. com, 512-639-3906. • IMPRESS YOU CLEANING gives your home a thorough DEEP clean! Bathroom and Kitchen cleaned/sanitized. Floors vacuumed/ mopped. Every surface dusted including baseboards, windowsills, mini blinds, and ceiling fans. Call 512-589-3141 or info@ impressyoucleaning.com THANK YOU to all of our faithful customers! • A WOMAN’S TOUCH House cleaning prices start at $60 & up. Basic clean on small house 2 bed/2bath, living room & kitchen. We also do windows. Call Rachel, 512-635-5062. • MICKY’S HOUSECLEANING Full home cleaning, move-in, move-outs. Residential cleaning weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or onetime. 15+ years’ experience. References, trustworthy, reasonable prices. Call Micky 512-818-0398.
HOUSE: WANT TO RENT & FOR RENT • ISO room to rent in private home, or likeminded individual to share Sun City rental with. I am female, early 60’s, business owner. If interested, text for my bio and we’ll go from there. 512-789-1409.
INTERIOR DESIGN • THE LONE A R R A NGER — Room Makeovers using your existing items; help with colors & new furniture purchases. A Designer look at $30/hour. References. M.J. HUNTER, 512-863-3597 or 512-850-8230. • Dennis Myers Designs offers full-service INTERIOR DESIGN for big or small projects and remodeling. Color specialist, furniture arrangement, staging, custom accessories, etc. Contact Dennis at 512-943-4576 or dennis@ dennismyersdesigns.com. • Maya’s design Studio 512-661-6154 — The award-winning interior design studio offers Professional Interior design services, Redesign, Remodeling, selecting new finishes of flooring, tiles, carpet, furniture and lighting, indoors and outdoors.
LAWN & LANDSCAPE SERVICES • M&P XERISCAPING — offers the best in xeriscaping, landscaping, mowing service and power washing. Specializes in native & adapted plants & Custom Rock Gardens. Call 512-7977443, www.mandpxeriscaping.com. • L E D B E T T E R I R R I G AT I O N & BACKFLOW: Complete irrigation services, backflow testing, maintenance and repairs! Focus on water conservation. Landscape lighting installation/renovation. Quality reliable service provided by your local Firefighters! LI#23612 Call us today! 254-718-0055 • GARDENING & LANDSCAPING: Mowing. Edging. Tree Trimming. Planting & Flower Beds. Free estimates. Call or email Jaime at 512-876-7265.
[email protected]. • THE TEXAS SUN LANDSCAPING: Lawn cutting and maintenance, mulching, trimming, rock river, gravel and granite. All landscaping. Keep your yard beautiful! 512-887-9847. • MAJESTIC GARDENS: LEAF CLEAN UPS!! Complete Landscape Services & Lawn Maintenance, property / detail. Pressure washing. Locally owned, taking pride in our work! Mention this add to get 10% off the 1st job!! 512 803-9404 • J & L SERVICES: Mowing, Trimming, Leaf Removal, Pre & Post Emergents, Mulch, Top Dressing, etc. Exclusively in Sun City. Hire a Veteran. Call Lee at 512-914-5703
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LOCKS & LOCKSMITHS • JON’S LOCKSMITH- Licensed and insured. Auto/Home/RV. Rekey, Lockouts, Deadbolts, Keys made, Locks Installed & more. 24-hour emergency service. Veteran owned/operated. Lic# B19359. Call Jon at 512-948-9650.
MERCHANDISE/RETAIL • CASH FOR GOLF BALLS! For more information call, text or email us at 512-4707252 or
[email protected]. Visit our store at: GolfBallhouse.Com
MISCELLANEOUS • S OU T H W E S T M A I N T E N A NC E : PRESSURE WASHING, TREE TRIMMING, REPAIR DRIVEWAY JOINTS and more. SINCE 1984. TEXAS VETERAN. 512-809-4902. • PSYCHIC MEDIUM: Personal, Investigative, Individual or Groups. Available for Home Consultations and Group Events. Ask for Elizabeth. Leave Message at 512-203-9011 or visit website www.econklinpsychic.com.
MOVERS • ACCURATE FIREFIGHTER MOVERS — Proudly Serving Sun City 15 years. Moving, Packing and Unpacking. Local to Statewide. Reliable, Insured and Professional. 512-8184971. TXDMV#006295437C USDOT#2173631 • Quality Moves, LLC: Family owned. 17 years in business. Relax and let our professionals do the work. Full-service packing and unpacking. Local and Long Distance (512)300-9543 TXDMV#006027218C
PAINTING • Lindsey Painting: Howard Lindsey, Owner. Quality job for a reasonable price. Interior/ Exterior, Wood replacement & added trim. Free Estimates. 512-848-8434. • THE PAINTED LADY INTERIOR PAINTING: 10 years Sun City experience with Painted Ladies. No job too small. Free estimates/color consults. Call Pat 512-5216620 or
[email protected].
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• KMG CUSTOM PAINTING & SERVICES, LLC: With 30+ years experience, we specialize in Accent Walls, Faux Finishes, Murals, Wallpapering & Special Projects. Free Est imates! Visit our website: KMGCUSTOMPAINTING.COM and call Karl at 512-423-1118. • PAINTING PROFESSIONALS: Family Owned & Operated. With 16+ years’ experience. Interior. Exterior. Staining. Sheetrock Repair & More. No job too small. Call Denis at The Painting Experts. 512809-0461.
PETS • SUSAN’S TLC PET SITTING, LLC. While away, let Susan (SC resident) care for your pet(s) &/or home. Pet/home sitting in Sun City since 2006. Insured & Bonded. 512-785-3535.
[email protected] • BEX PET SITTING: I’ll visit your fur babies in their home and give them responsible and loving care. 20+ years’ experience. Bonded/ Insured. 512-751-6040. • HILL COUNTRY K-9: OBEDIENCE DOG TRAINING in your home by retired police officer/K9 trainer. Have 30+ years’ experience and have produced K9 seminars and training videos sold worldwide. Work outside, follow all Covid protocols, proof of fully vaccinated. Contact Ed at
[email protected] or 512-650-5495. • DOG GROOMING: MRGroom is an Award winning, all breed pet grooming salon in Georgetown. Certified Master Stylist. Multiple certifications from NDGAA, IGA and AKC. Veterinarian recommended. 512.884.048. www.MRGroomTX.com www.facebook.com/ mrgroomtx
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
• PLUMB TEXAN: Veteran owned, licensed and insured. Call for your water heaters, toilets, water softeners, faucets, garbage disposals and water line repair. Call us today at 512-966-1515. Rmp#42981 • PLUMBING: Hot water heater installations. Will deliver, install and haul away the old one. Great rate! Sun City resident. Call Bob @ 817 266-2357.
• AIRPORT SHUTTLE: To and From. Fully permitted. Safe, reliable, caters to seniors. Fullservice Assistance. Sun City References. Masks required please. www.TowncarShuttle.com. Stacey, 512-826-2868. • TRANSPORTATION from SC to/from airport/appointments. Permitted SC driver. Arlene 925-989-2929.
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
• AABEAR TREE CARE: Limbs off roof, raise canopy, broken-dead limbs. Root fertilization. Stump/roots grinding. Expose roots next to utilities — no damage via AirSpade. Gutters cleaned. Check the Referral Book! “An Arborist who takes his work artfully.” 512864-9898.
[email protected] • MILLERS TREE SERVICE, Georgetown — Almost never underbid. Trimming, removal, roof clearing. Insured. Free estimates, 512869-1012. Sun City References since 1996. Spray and sterilize tools. • PRV Tree Service “Deep rooted in central Texas” Call 512-516-0188 now to receive a 20% senior citizen discount. Find us at PRVtreeservices.com.
• BEVERLY HANSON, a trusted professional real estate agent who will be by your side every step of the way. I am here to help. 512-966-0523. • Carol Badami, Realtor and Sun City Resident (N72), Keller Williams, Cedar Park, 217-653-3590,
[email protected]. Available to assist you with your buying and selling needs 7 days a week.
RVs & SELF STORAGE
• Sun City residents own BLUE AGAVE RV & SELF STORAGE facility near the back entrance to Sun City, Hwy 195 & Bonnet Lane. Most Reasonable Rates — 512-868-3900 or 512-819-9896. • ADMIRAL STORAGE — 6608 Jim Hogg Dr, near Sun City. Covered RV parking, Boat & Self Storage. Guaranteed Lowest Rates in Georgetown. Ask for Sun City Discount! 512-508-0492. • T & J Storage — Covered and open parking for RVs/Boats and enclosed self storage units. One mile from Sun City. 1251 County Road 147. 512-508-4590.
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The Sun Rays does not endorse or promote any product or service advertised. Verification of qualifications and current licenses are the responsibility of persons seeking service.
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Cathy Godfrey, N12, met this female deer in her yard on Warbler Way. With more olfactory receptors than dogs, deer have a keen sense of smell and often lick their noses to keep them moist which improves their smelling ability. When threatened, deer can sprint up to 30 miles per hour and leap as high as 10 feet and as far as 30 feet in a single bound.
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All City Real Estate............................................19 Amberlin............................................................ 135 Best Medigap Rate......................................... 103 Burgess, Bob, The Stacy Group....................17 Charles Schwab.............................................. 135 Eleanor F. Van Arsdall, CPA......................... 134 Evans, Ewan & Brady Insurance...................117 First Texas Bank.............................................. 132 Freedom Realty............................................... 132 Gary R. Brown, CPA....................................... 132 • Hacienda.........................................................137 Lance Law Firm.................................................56 Lefler Legal....................................................... 134 Mutual of Omaha............................................ 134 Order Extraordinaire...................................... 132 Oscar At Georgetown, The.......................... 133 Program Inusrance Group........................... 133 • Roy Snarr........................................................ 136 Rugg Realty...................................... Back Cover Shapiro Law......................................................102 SouthStar Bank............................................... 134 Upstream Investment.................................... 136
Focus on > Health Advanced Hearing Aid Solutions................59 Austin Retina Associates.................................13 Baylor Scott & White Hospice.......................62 Blue Star Acupuncture..................................102 Chiropractic Center of Georgetown...........62 Delaney at Georgetown Village, The........ 60 Dietlein & Labbe Eye Associates................ 60 Eye Associates of Central Texas..................62 Eye Associates of Georgetown....................66 Georgetown Professional Massage...........58 Gus's Drug..........................................................65 Harmony Health................................................58 Hill Country Audiology................................... 60 Jarrell Family Dentistry................................. 152 Lexie Hearing.....................................................57 Lincoln Physical Therapy...............................63 Marketplace Smiles..........................................64 Mobility City........................................................58 Phil Walden Custom Opticians.....................64 Reflexology by Tanya..................................... 60 Renken Dentistry..............................................62 RR Dentistry........................................................65 Texas Medicare Shop......................................63 Texas Oncology................................................66 Texas Vision........................................................61 Tiffany Eureste................................................102 Wesleyan Homes, The.....................................15 Youthing................................................................61 ONLINE: WWW.SCTEXAS.ORG
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Airtron..................................................................95 Allstate Pest Control........................................78 Alpha Omega Appliance Repair................ 103 American Water Kinetico.................................21 Apex Roofing.....................................................76 • Apple Home Service.....................................87 Austin Gutter Protection.................................84 Bath Planet....................................................... 152 BFS Home Warranty........................................89 Budget Blinds of Central Texas....................80 Carnival Custom Painting...............................82 CR Window Coverings ...................................84 Custom Remodeling Solutions.....................86 • DeNa's Interiors & Remodeling.................87 Designer Doors of Austin...............................85 Dina Rose, Your Concierge............................84 Diva.......................................................................87 Door Company, The.........................................92 Dream Garage Specialists............................. 74 DTC Air Conditioning.......................................83 Eagle Home Store.............................................91 Ever Clean..........................................................88 Expo Home Improvement..........Inside Back Cover Framers Cottage, The.................................... 90 Fresco HVAC.....................................................78 Furniture Care of Texas..................................93 G & F Air Conditioning/Heating....................82 Garage King, The...............Inside Front Cover Gator Garage Doors........................................93 Georgetown Air Conditioning & Heating........................................................91 Granite Radiance..............................................83 Hall’s Roofing & Sheet Metal.........................82 Home Town Window Coverings..................85 Impress You Cleaning......................................21 JDog Junk Removal & Hauling.....................86 KoolCote............................................................. 77 Lone Star Roofing & Gutters..........................95 Meek's Family Chem Dry................................81 Modern Concrete Creations.........................89 More Space Place............................................75 Norrell Electric...................................................80 Pella Windows....................Inside Front Cover Pull-Out Shelves of Texas..............................92 Russell Glass & Patio.......................................76 Saturn Painting..................................................80 Shades of Texas................................................80 Skinner's Screens & Windows......................86 Southern Shutters, Shades and Blinds.....................................................82 Spacek Floor Care...........................................86 Suncoat of Texas...............................................79 Sustain Cleaning.............................................. 90 Texas Rolling Shutters & Screens................88 Todco LLC...........................................................84 Town Square Floors...........................................11 Vital Service...................................................... 90 Whiteaker Plumbing........................................ 74
Focus on > Outdoors Allied Fence Company...................................32 Big Country Tree Experts................................31 Central Texas Tree Care.................................32 Double T Design & Development................31 Georgetown Fence & Deck...........................32 Irrigation Conservation & Repair..................30 Lawn Doctor.....................................................102 Lone Star Patio..................................................30 Nu-View...............................................................33 Top Notch Irrigation.........................................33 Viridian Tree Care...............................................11
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Accurate Firefighter Movers........................ 50 Auer's RV...........................................................102 Austin/Bergstrom Transportation...............102 Avalon Monuments..........................................46 Brandt Travel.......................................................51 Brix and Ale — Sheraton................................48 Capital Golf Cars................................................. 9 Caring Hands 2 Shuttle................................102 Castelrock Pet Hospital..................................46 • Christy Lane Dance.......................................48 David’s Barber Shop......................................102 Dream Vacations..............................................49 Fleet Feet............................................................ 47 Florence High School Meat Market........... 50 • Georgetown Palace......................................52 Georgetown TV & Audio................................48 • GISD...................................................................45 Golf Ranch, The.................................................52 Greg & Kenae’s Jewelry.................................46 Happy Trails....................................................... 50 Hill Country Boat & RV Storage.....................13 Ichiro Asian Bistro.............................................49 Mattress Gallery................................................... 1 • Mature Texans of Texas................................45 Mays Media...................................................... 103 Pinnacle Essentials........................................ 103 Pupology.............................................................52 Quenan’s Jewelers......................................... 50 Ramsey Funeral Home...................................48 Salado Creek Antiques....................................51 • Southwestern University.............................53 Susan's Nail Salon............................................ 47 Worship Place, The..........................................46
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