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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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Governing Board Workshop this Friday
The RCSCW Governing Board will be having their June workshop this Friday, June 4, at 9 a.m. in the Lecture Hall. Residents are invited to attend in person or watch online on the SCW YouTube channel.
Watch online
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2021 RCSCW Annual Membership Meeting
Sun City West residents are invited to attend the 2021 RCSCW Annual Membership meeting at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 24, in the R.H. Johnson Social Hall. This is a great way to discuss and ask questions about RCSCW issues.
At the conclusion of the annual membership meeting, the Governing Board will then move into their regular meeting for the month.
Watch online
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RCSCW backing the blue with Griffith Blue Heart
On Sunday, June 6, the Rec Centers will be teaming up with the Griffith Blue Heart team to help support their services in reality-based lessons learned in the field as first responders and first-hand cardiac arrest survival.
Griffith Blue Heart offers one-of-a-kind services and training designed to increase emergency cardiac survival by outfitting, instructing, and inspiring our fastest first responders and peace officers.
This is a private training that will be held at the R.H. Johnson Recreation Center near the Lecture Hall. You may see a select group of men and women working in specific scenarios to help build proper tactical training during cardiac situations. Certain areas will be blocked off such as the parking lot, Great Lawn, and breezeway. Spectators will not be allowed but the Rec Centers wanted to share this information with the community, so you are informed on the training aspect and understand that this is not a real life situation during this time.
If you would like to learn more on Griffith Blue Heart and learn more about who they are, please feel free to visit their website.
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J.A. Jance virtual book talk
Join the R.H. Johnson Library for a virtual book talk with bestselling author J.A. Jance from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 3.
J.A. Jance will be introducing her latest book in the Ali Reynolds series, "Unfinished Business."
The book talk will be held over Zoom and those interested in participating can register by clicking here. A link to the event will be sent to your email. You can submit questions to be considered for the Q&A section of the book talk during the registration process.
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RCSCW guest policy reminder
As summer is quickly approaching, we would like to remind our residents about our guest policy.
View guest policy
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AFMA blood drive
Help save a life by donating blood. Arizona Fire and Medical Authority will be hosting a blood drive from 8 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, June 15, at Fire Station 101. Visit bloodhero.com or call 623-215-1072 to learn more.
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Fitness orientations for June
The Rec Centers will be having free, informational fitness orientations at their fitness centers during the month of June where you can learn the basics of using weight and cardio machines.
If you are interested in attending, please view the June schedule below and sign up at your fitness room of choice to reserve a spot.
June schedule
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Updates from the SCW Posse
Summer is upon us and more and more people are ordering items online and packages are being delivered to Sun City West homes. As the Posse patrols the streets, they try to be particularly alert to packages hanging on gates in the back of condo areas and also placed at front doors of houses. Their procedure is to call the Posse dispatcher and give them the address of the package location and then they call the resident of the delivery. In this way, no address is given out over the air waves. This is time consuming process but the Posse feels it is the safest way to notify a resident of their delivery. If you see a package at your friend or neighbor’s home, give them a call and alert them of their delivery, you may help prevent a theft.
The SCW Posse would also like to notify residents that their fingerprinting service has been reinstated at the Posse building. Learn more about it here.
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June Governing Board and Committee meetings
Two Governing Board meetings and a Budget and Finance meeting are currently scheduled for the month of June. All meetings are broadcasted live on the SCW YouTube channel.
View June meetings
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June Rec Center News
The June edition of the Rec Center News is available for residents to view online.
June RCN
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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.
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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.
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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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Lindsey Benedict and Jazzola Trio concert
Join the Recreation Centers of Sun City West this July for their first indoor concert in more than a year. Enjoy patriotic jazz tunes from Lindsey Benedict and Jazzola Trio.
This patriotic concert will take place at the Palm Ridge Rec Center on Thursday, July 8. Concert will begin at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person and will be available for purchase beginning Tuesday, June 8, at 8 a.m. Purchase them in person at the R.H. Johnson Box Office or online at suncitywest.com.
Learn More
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June Dive In Movies
This summer, catch a movie and relax by the poolside of the R.H. Johnson pool as the Rec Centers are happy to announce the return of Dive In Movies for the month of June!
Learn More
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June Star Wars movie marathon sold out, few July tickets left
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. Tickets are available for SCW residents at the R.H. Johnson Box Office and are going fast!
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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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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
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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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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
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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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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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Friends of the Library Stardust Theatre film committee volunteers needed
The Thursday Night Movies Film Committee is looking for volunteer projectionists. You don’t need any prior experience, just a willingness to learn how to run a projector and watch great movies. We welcome both snowbirds and year-rounders to our film committee family. If you’re interested, please call the volunteer coordinator at 602-391-4067 for details.
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Library volunteers needed
Looking for a fun and rewarding opportunity to serve the SCW community? The R.H. Johnson Library is currently looking for members that would be interested in volunteering at the library. Volunteers are an important part of the library's operations and perform a wide variety of duties.
If you are interested in volunteering, please call the library volunteer coordinator at 623-544-6164 to learn more about library volunteer opportunities.
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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 begins, 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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Lizard Acres Pub
Come on into the bowling alley and check out the new gathering place. The new pub (formally the shuffleboard room) is open during our summer hours from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. It is closed on Sundays.
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Johnson Lanes open bowling change
There will be no open bowling on Saturday, June 12, as Johnson Lanes will be hosting a tournament that day.
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Bowling pricing
Please click the graphic above to see the current bowling prices.
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BASCW
BASCW (Bowling Club of SCW) 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, contact information sheets are available on the center desk in the bowling alley.
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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.
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Updated Golf Maintenance schedule
The RCSCW Golf Maintenance team would like to pass along to golfers an updated maintenance schedule for the summer.
Aerification
- Deer Valley - June 3 through June 7
- Pebblebrook - June 10 through June 14
- Grandview - June 17 through June 21
- Desert Trails - June 24 through June 29
Summer Closures
- Stardust - Closes Monday, June 7 and opens Tuesday, Oct. 19
- Trail Ridge - Closes Monday, July 5 and opens Tuesday, Oct. 19
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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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May holes-in-one
Who has hit a hole-in-one during the month of May? Click the link below to see the golfers who hit a hole-in-one on a Sun City West golf course.
May Holes-in-one
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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
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New rates and starting times for June
Interested in knowing the golf rates and starting times for June? Please click here to see the rates and starting times.
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Pebblebrook putting green project
On Thursday, May 6, the practice putting green at the Pebblebrook golf course was closed for renovations. Reopening is scheduled for sometime in the early part of August. During this closure time, members will be able to practice putting on the chipping green, located on the north side of the pro shop. The chipping and practice bunker area at the back of the driving range will also remain open for practice.
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Limited in-door clubhouse seating, pre-COVID-19 golf cart rules now in place at RCSCW golf courses
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 is now in place at RCSCW golf courses.
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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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