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April 28, 2021
Timing of Palm Ridge closure explained
The Recreation Centers of Sun City West have recently released a press release for the community to read online, explaining the timing of the upcoming Palm Ridge closure and the decision to have the parking lot project done all at once rather than in phases.
Read press release
Village Store temporarily closing after April 28
The Village Store will be temporarily closing after Wednesday, April 28, as the Rec Center staff and the Governing Board will be working to determine the correct tax classification for some chartered clubs. More details on this topic can be found by watching the replay of the April 9 Governing Board workshop where the general manager went into great detail on the subject.
April 9 Workshop Replay
May Governing Board and Committee meetings
The RCSCW Governing Board and several of the committees will be meeting during the month of May and residents are invited to watch online on the SCW YouTube channel or attend in person.
Meeting playlist for May
AFMA charities car wash
Support AFMA charities while also getting your car cleaned! AFMA will be hosting a car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 7, at the R.H. Johnson Recreation Center.
Learn More 
OHOA announces 2021 board of directors, previews upcoming year
The Organization of HOAS in Sun City West, OHOA, recently announced their 2021 board of directors. Read more about the board of directors, as well as other news from OHOA at the link below. 
OHOA news
Golf cart thefts in Sun City West
The Sun City West Posse would like to remind residents to stay aware as golf cart thefts continue to plague the community. The Sheriff's Department and the Posse have added additional patrols because business parking lots seem to be the main target areas. Thefts have been happening during the day and night. Some residents have changed the key structure on their golf carts while others have added locks on their tires. Please maintain extra vigilance and call 911 if you see anything that you think does not look right.
Volunteer for a RCSCW committee
Interested in serving the Sun City West community? Consider volunteering on a Rec Centers' Standing Committee or short-term special committee. Committees recommend policy changes, analyze problems and review operations as required to support the Governing Board's oversight responsibilities.
Visit here to fill out an application if you are interested in serving on a committee.

 
Personal training and massage services available for residents
Looking to improve your physical health and achieve your fitness goals? The Rec Centers have a personal training and massage team available for residents at RCSCW fitness centers. Learn more by clicking the links below.
Personal training team - Massage team - Free fitness orientation
May edition of Rec Center News now available online
The May 2021 edition of the Rec Center News is available for residents to view online.
May 2021 RCN
GB President office hours
As a reminder, RCSCW Board President George Kuchtyak holds office hours from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays. Appointments are encouraged and can be made by calling 623-544-6115. Please note, President office hours will not be held on June 21 and 28.
COVID-19 vaccine info for residents
Updated April 28
As a way to help residents with receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, the Rec Centers have compiled vaccine resources for residents.
Click here to view vaccine resources
COVID-19 resources
In an attempt to provide the community with the latest information concerning COVID-19, please consider visiting some of the links listed below to learn more.
Upcoming capital projects
The Recreation Centers of Sun City West are planning a series of capital projects starting this April and continuing until June.
View the tentative schedule here
RCSCW Links
Looking for additional information? Consider visiting any of the links below.
GM Weekly Reports - Financial Reports - Member Services - RCSCW Governing Board
Star Wars movie marathon tickets available this Tuesday
Relive one of the most famous movie franchises in history this summer as the Recreation Centers of Sun City West will be having a Star Wars movie marathon this June and July! 
All movies will be shown in their chronological order of events so you can follow along with the entire story of the Star Wars franchise. A raffle for Star Wars prizes will also be held at the end of July for those that participate in this marathon.
Tickets are free and grant you access to the entire marathon. They are available to SCW residents only and can be picked up starting this Tuesday, May 4, at the R.H. Johnson Box Office.
Read More
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
Brunch at Eggstasy and Butterfly Wonderland
Allied Tours and Travel
Tuesday, July 20; $118
Come along for a fun day as Allied Tours and Travel visits the Butterfly Wonderland, home to the largest butterfly pavilion in America. You will also get to enjoy brunch at Eggstasy, located in Scottsdale.
Learn More
Medieval times dinner and tournament
Allied Tours and Travel
Thursday, August 5; $119
Join the Queen and her royal court for dinner and a tournament. Enjoy a "hands-on" four-course feast as heroic knights on horseback battle in a jousting tournament to become champion.
Learn More
Southwestern Adventure: Lake Powell, Horseshoe Bend, Durango Railroad and Mesa Verde
Allied Tours and Travel
August 23 through 27
Enjoy a spectacular day exploring the beautiful Verde Valley countryside! Start your adventure by exploring the historic mining town of Jerome. Afterwards you will have lunch at the charming Manzanita Restaurant, followed by a visit to Page Springs Cellars where you will get to sample some excellent wines.
Learn More
Lynx Lake and lunch at the historic Hassayampa Inn in Prescott
Allied Tours and Travel
Wednesday, June 9; $113

Come along with Allied Tours and Travel as they beat the heat and head north to the tranquil waters of Lynx Lake. You will have the opportunity to stroll the trails, take pictures and enjoy all the wildlife and scenery.
Learn More
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
Chat with local authors this May
The R.H. Johnson Library is happy to announce their first "Chat with the Local Author" event in well over a year. Stop by the library from 10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, May 4, to chat with three new local authors: Nancy Kasten, Linda Johnson and Pam Sievers.
Learn More
Digital magazines
Did you know you can check out magazines from our digital collection? There’s no waiting, ever, and you can check out magazines like The New Yorker, The Economist, Rolling Stone, and more. Read them in Libby, the same app you use for borrowing eBooks and audiobooks.
Library volunteers needed
The R.H. Johnson Library is offering an opportunity for library enthusiasts to serve their community by becoming a volunteer. 
Volunteers comprise an important part of the library’s operations and perform a variety of duties. Whether you are employed or retired, you will be a welcomed addition to the R.H. Johnson library team.
There are volunteer opportunities throughout the library system, although there may not be vacancies for all positions at any given time. The library is seeking book sorters, circulation volunteers, instructors, monitors and shelf readers.
Volunteers must be willing to commit to a regular schedule of 3 1/2 hours per week. A.m. shifts are from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and afternoon shifts are from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
All volunteers must have a valid rec card. If interested in these opportunities, please ask for an application at the circulation desk.
If you have questions, contact the Library Volunteer Coordinator at 623-544-6164.
Virtual reality
Virtual Reality is back! Take a trip to Rome or London, explore the coral reef and much more!
The R.H. Johnson library presents Virtual Reality twice daily on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.  A maximum of four seats are available at each session and guests 18 years of age or older are welcome when accompanied by a Rec Card holder.  
To sign up for a session, visit the Data Resource Center or call the library at 623-544-6644. 
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.
Sports Pavilion summer hours
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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.
Limited in-door clubhouse seating, pre-COVID-19 golf cart rules returning this Saturday, May 1
As we slowly get back to normal in our Golf Operations Department, a return to pre-COVID-19 golf cart rules and limited in-door clubhouse seating will begin on Saturday, May 1, 2021.
Read More
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
April holes-in-one
Who has hit a hole-in-one during the month of April? Click the link below to see the golfers who hit a hole-in-one on a Sun City West golf course.
April Holes-in-one
Golf Lab fitting events and trade-ins
Looking to upgrade your golf game? The Golf Lab at Grandview Golf Course will be hosting several fitting events during the month of April:
  • Mizuno - Thursday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
If you are interested in any of the fitting events, call 623-544-6577 to make an appointment.
The Golf Lab is also taking trade-ins for your old clubs. Give them a call at 623-544-6577 if you are interested in trading in your clubs.
Golf course maintenance schedule for 2021
The SCW Golf Operations team has provided residents with the latest maintenance schedule for 2021. Please click the link below to view the entire schedule.
2021 maintenance schedule
New rates and starting times for April
Interested in knowing the golf rates and starting times for April? Please click here to see the rates and starting times.
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.
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.
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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