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Recreation Centers of Sun City West water conservation efforts
From time to time, we get questions from our residents about what we’re doing to conserve water in light of concerning news about drought conditions in the Southwest. The Rec Centers have been water conscious for many years, incorporating important changes into our regular operations and capital improvement plans. We also work closely with the Arizona Department of Water Resources to ensure we are in compliance with current regulations while also preparing for future ones.
To help keep residents informed, General Manager Bill Schwind and staff have compiled information at the link below to help illustrate the Rec Centers’ water conservation efforts.
Read about RCSCW water conservation efforts
Further reading: Golf course water conservation
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Q&A on Chartered Club tax issues
Members, as the Rec Centers continue to work and refine solutions for the various tax-status issues facing some of our chartered clubs, we would like to answer some of the thoughtful questions our members have posed to us over the last week at the link below.
Tax Issue Q&A
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RHJ Library used book sale
Well over a year since their last book sale, the R.H. Johnson Library and Friends of the Library will be having a used book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, in the Social Hall. Open to the public, books from all categories and subjects will be available for sale. Other items that will be available are CD's, DVD's, books on CD & tape and jigsaw puzzles.
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Guest fee changes on July 1
Effective July 1, a tiered guest fee will be introduced for RCSCW facilities. More details can be found at the link below.
Guest fee changes
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Upcoming capital projects
The Rec Centers have a tentative schedule available online for upcoming capital projects .
View schedule
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Northwest Valley Connect offering vaccine rides
Community life is a buzz going forward from the COVID-19 pandemic phase and while residents watch activities return to a new normal, there are seniors questioning whether or not the pandemic is over.
Northwest Valley Connect Volunteers have a concern for those not vaccinated and remain vulnerable to the possibility of contracting the virus. If one should be you, NVC volunteers have a solution, they have made themselves available for your assistance. Just one phone call to NVC and a call center representative or dispatcher will schedule your vaccine site visitation, at home pick-up and delivery.
Northwest Valley Connect is an essential transport service for seniors 65 years and older, individuals with disabilities and veterans residing independently in the west valley who are without access to personal rides or lack public transportation because services are nonexistent or fragmented. Please keep in mind - a free ride service is just one-click-away.
Learn more about Northwest Valley Connect
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Watch championship basketball at Lizard Acres Pub
Looking for a fun environment to watch Phoenix battle for the championship this postseason? Stop by Lizard Acres Pub and cheer for your team with other fans. Lizard Acres is open during the summer from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed on Sundays.
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Member Services appointments help speed up your visit
Did you know that you can schedule appointments at Member Services? Members with appointments will have minimal wait time. Walk in visits may experience a longer wait time. Member Services' payment window is still open for dues payments and member credit. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call Member Services at 623-544-6100 to schedule your appointment today.
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Group fitness classes, health Q&A scheduled for the month of July
Work towards your health goals this summer with group fitness classes being held at the R.H. Johnson Swim and Fitness building. Hosted by West Valley Personal Training, these classes provide a fun group environment for you to get active in activities such as zumba, B-fit cardio and more!
West Valley Personal Training will also be hosting a Q&A session where residents can attend and ask fitness and nutrition based questions to their team of personal trainers. Visit the link below for more information and their complete schedule of classes.
July Health and Wellness classes
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July Rec Center News
The latest edition of the Rec Center News is now available to view online.
July Rec Center News
Rec Center News Correction: In the July 2021 edition of the Rec Center News, the calendar on page 5 mistakenly has the July 8 Lindsey Benedict show starting at 1 p.m. The correct start time for that show is 7 p.m. Our apologies for the mistake.
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Use member credit for guest and green fees
Member Credit may be used to pay for guests and green fees. There is no expiration on these funds. The minimum amount of member credit being placed on an account is now $25 if purchased at Member Services; there is no minimum if placed at an RCSCW golf course. In addition, members can pay with a credit/debit card ONLY (Visa, Master and Discover) for a one-day use at any of the monitor stations at the four recreation centers.
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RCSCW Links
Looking for additional information? Consider visiting any of the links below.
GM Weekly Reports - Financial Reports - Member Services - RCSCW Governing Board
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July Dive In Movies announced
The movie lineup for the July Dive In Movies is now available to view online at the link below. All movies will start at approximately 7:45 p.m. on the day of their screening.
SCW members and their paid guest 16 and older are welcome to attend.
July Dive In Movies
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Star Wars Movie Marathon
All tickets for the summer Star Wars Movie Marathon are currently sold out. If you are still interested in attending, give the box office a call at 623-544-6093 to see if any tickets have been returned.
Star Wars Movie Marathon
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Matching donors increase ante for Yoda raffle!
The Recreation Centers of Sun City West is excited to give Star Wars marathon goers an opportunity to bring home the great Jedi master – Yoda – with the purchase of a raffle ticket through Friday, July 30. We're also happy to announce our matching donors have upped their match. A big thank you to an anonymous donor who will match up to $2,000, and to resident and Realtor Anette Petersen, who will match up to $1,000!
So far we are up to $1,473, with tickets being sold through Friday, July 30. Help us get there by purchasing a raffle ticket.
Raffle tickets are as followed:
- 1 raffle ticket for $1
- 6 raffle tickets for $5
- 15 raffle tickets for $10
- 30 raffle tickets for $20
Raffle tickets will be sold during the Star Wars Movie Marathon through July at the Stardust Theater: 5-8 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays through June 30. Tickets may also be purchased at the R.H. Johnson Box Office. Cash only please.
The raffle drawing will be held on Monday, Aug. 2. If you wish to see the Yoda statue, it is currently on display at the R.H. Johnson Box Office.
All proceeds will go towards Meals on Wheels in Sun City West.
Learn more about Meals on Wheels
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Learn more about Allied Tours & Travel and their 2021 plans!
Allied Tours and Travel have provided SCW residents with a quick and short video that goes over their plans for 2021 and what you can expect when you travel with them!
Watch Allied Tours and Travel 2021 video
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Dolly steamboat cruise and dinner at Saguaro Lake Ranch
Allied Tours and Travel
Tuesday, Oct. 26; $169
Visit the southeastern part of the valley this October and explore some of the most spectacular sights there. On this trip, you will be able to board the Dolly Steamboat, where you will cruise the inner waterway of the "Junior Grand Canyon," and much more!
Learn More
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Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and Fargo's Steakhouse
Allied Tours and Travel
Tuesday, Oct. 12; $119
Come along with Allied Tours and Travel as they head to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park this October. You will get to see and explore what is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. You will also stop at Fargo's Steakhouse for a delicious lunch.
Learn More
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Thanksgiving at the Opry!
Allied Tours and Travel
Thursday, Nov. 25; $119
Join Allied Tours and Travel for a special Thanksgiving day matinee show that gets rave reviews throughout the valley, Arizona Opry, where everyone has fun!
Learn More
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Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure
Allied Tours and Travel
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021; $229
Spend a memorable day in the Verde Valley this October with Allied Tour and Travel. You will get to enjoy lunch from the Copper Spike Cafe, see majestic owls from the Arizona Liberty Wildlife program and enjoy a train ride through the heart of Arizona aboard the Verde Canyon Railroad.
Learn More
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Additional trips and tours
Looking for something else? Visit the trips and tours section of our website to see additional trips from our travel partners.
Reservations
For reservations or if you have any questions, please contact the RCSCW Tours and Scheduling department at 623-544-6129 or 6032.
Allied Tours and Travel health policies
In order to provide a safer and healthier travel experience, Allied Tours and Travel has new health policies in place.
Read more here
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Stardust Theatre Movie Night
"Little Women"
Thursday, July 15
Movie Trailer
This week's Stardust movie is "Little Women," a 2019 drama and romance movie starring Saoirse Ronan and Emma Watson.
The Friends of the Library show movies at Stardust Theatre, located at the Kuentz rec center, every Thursday at 7 p.m. or when all seats are filled. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Entry is free but a $2 donation at the door is greatly appreciated as it helps support purchasing new material for the R.H. Johnson Library.
July Movie Schedule
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Stardust Theatre film committee volunteers needed
The Thursday Night Movies Film Committee is looking for volunteer greeters and hearing unit monitors. You don’t need any prior experience, just willingness to greet patrons as they come into the theatre or hand out hearing units as necessary, and watch great movies about one Thursday night a month. The committee welcomes both snowbirds and year-rounders to their film committee family. If you’re interested, please call the volunteer coordinator at 602-391-4067 for details.
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Reader advisors volunteers
The library is looking for volunteers to be reader advisors one day a week, Wednesday through Friday. Reader advisors recommend books they have read to residents. They set up a table with a selection of books they recommend and can talk to residents about the books. The books can be fiction or non-fiction. Contact the library at 623-544-6130 or stop by in person to learn more.
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Universal Classes
Did you know that the R.H. Johnson Library has over 500 universal classes available online for residents. Universal classes cover over 30 subject areas and are designed and led by professional instructors. Classes include videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. Patrons may take multiple classes and learn at their own pace.
Visit the link below to log in and start taking universal classes today!
Log in with your SCW library catalog account
Universal classes login
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New print option available
The Data Resource Center has a new print option available for members looking to send print jobs from their digital devices. From your device, you can email print jobs to print@suncitywest.com. To pick up your print job, go to the monitor station in the DRC and tell them you are there for a print job sent to the print email and they will print the item for you. There is a printing cost of 15 cents a page. All jobs will be deleted from the system at the end of the day so the DRC will not be able to retrieve any information the next day.
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Summer community puzzle now live at the R.H. Johnson Library
Educa’s 42,000-piece “Around the World” is this summer’s community puzzle. It provides a tour of the world´s leading places and landmarks designed by Adrian Chesterman.
The fun started on Wednesday, June 2, at the R.H. Johnson Library and continues during normal library hours (9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday) until the puzzle is completed. You may participate for as much or as little time as you wish. There will be a sign-up sheet to count how many participate and how many hours it takes to complete the puzzle.
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Library catalog tip: How to distinguish different formats for books
When you are searching the library catalog, you will see books that are available in different formats. The library has standard print, large print, digital eBooks, audiobooks, and books on CD. Digital eBook and audiobooks are available through Overdrive and the Libby app. Large print books have “LP” at the end of their title and at the beginning of the call number. Books on CD have “CD” at the end of their title and at the beginning of their call number.
PDF Tutorial: Distinguish different book formats
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Adult summer reading program
The adult summer read program 2021 is back! Let the fun begin! The Theme of this year’s summer read is: “Reading Colors Your World.”
“The broad motif of “colors” provides a context for exploring humanity, nature, culture, and science, as well as developing programming that demonstrates how libraries and reading can expand your world through kindness, growth, and community.”
The goal is to have super fun! Participants can record, recommend, discuss books/authors, and have a chance to win great prizes!
Registration is available online here.
The adult summer reading began, Tuesday, June 8 and continues through Saturday, Sept. 4. Book logs will be made available online or you can pick up a printed log in the library.
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New booklists
To help place holds, the library now has a list of new books that you can browse for ideas to place holds. Use your library catalog login to place holds using the links below.
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Fall leagues signup
Fall bowling leagues are forming now! Johnson Lanes has 32 leagues planned for fall of 2021.
- Men's leagues, women's leagues and mixed leagues are available
- There are standard 10 pin leagues and No Tap leagues
- Leagues are held six days a week, some starting at 8:45 a.m. and leagues that finish at 8 p.m.
- Sanctioned and non-sanctioned leagues are available, as well as scratch and handicapped leagues
- Johnson Lanes also has Saturday evening red pin events
Johnson Lanes has it all.
If you are ready to sign up or have any questions, please stop by the information desk or contact Tami Bettin, league coordinator, at 623-544-5156.
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Watch championship basketball at Lizard Acres Pub
Looking for a fun environment to watch Phoenix battle for the championship this postseason? Stop by Lizard Acres Pub and cheer for your team with other fans. Lizard Acres is open during the summer from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed on Sundays.
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BASCW
BASCW (Bowling Association Sun City West) has started the Tuesday Summer No Tap Red Pin. They bowl every Tuesday at 1 p.m. If you’re interested in joining this fun event, signup sheets are available at the center table in the bowling alley.
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Bowling pricing
Please click the graphic above to see the current bowling prices.
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Sports Pavilion summer hours
Click graphic to enlarge
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Memo's Bistro
Stop by Memo's Bistro this summer!
Open Saturday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Golf tournament schedule for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022
Prepare your golf bags and get ready for a fun slate of golf tournaments later this year and early into 2022 as RCSCW Golf Operations has released their tournament schedule for Fall of 2021 and Spring of 2022. View it online at the link below.
Fall 2021/Spring 2022 Golf Tournaments
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Golf Maintenance schedule
Updated 6-30-21
The RCSCW maintenance team would like to pass along to golfers the upcoming maintenance schedule for this summer.
Summer Aerification
- Deer Valley - Closes Thursday, July 8. Reopens Tuesday, July 13.
- Echo Mesa - Closes Thursday, July 15. Reopens Tuesday, July 20.
- Pebblebrook - Closes Thursday, July 22. Reopens Tuesday, July 27.
- Desert Trails - Closes Thursday, July 29. Reopens Tuesday, Aug. 3.
- Grandview - Closes Thursday, Aug. 5. Reopens Tuesday, Aug. 10.
Summer Closures
- Stardust - Closed starting Monday, June 7. Reopens Tuesday, Oct. 19.
- Trail Ridge - Closed starting Monday, July 5. Reopens Tuesday, Oct. 19.
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Message from RCSCW Environmental Services Manager
The Rec Centers would like to pass along the following message from the RCSCW Environmental Services Manager conerning this year's transition period from winter ryegrass to summer bermudagrass.
Read transition period message
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2021-22 golf fees and start times
The golf fees and start times for the 2021-22 fiscal year are now available to view online. Be aware that these new fees and start times begin on July 1, 2021.
View 2021-22 golf fees and start times
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Which golf card is right for you?
Sun City West golfers who want to get a deal on their golf can choose from an array of discount card options. But how do you decide which card is the best deal? The Rec Centers have put together a "cheat sheet" to help you decide which card makes sense for you.
Golf card cheat sheet
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June holes-in-one
Who has hit a hole-in-one during the month of June? Click the link below to see the golfers who hit a hole-in-one on a Sun City West golf course.
June Holes-in-one
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The golf lottery
What is the golf lottery and how does it work? Click the links below to learn more about the golf lottery and the process of placing a lottery request.
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Online golf reservations
The Rec Centers have implemented a new web portal. For golfers who use the portal for online tee time reservations, please check out the links below to learn more about the new portal and online tee time process.
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Crooked Putter is open at Grandview Golf Course
The best in the "West," The Crooked Putter! How about a hearty breakfast plate, a quarter-pound burger for $2.79 or the best fish fry in town? Check out the best handmade (not frozen) burger right here in Sun City West from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday nights. Don't forget to try the fish fry on Wednesday or Friday nights. Visit the Crooked Putter at Grandview to find a great selection of dishes for your dining pleasure. Check out the menu and hours of operation here.
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