January 2025 News & Views by Sun City

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NEWS & VIEWS

ornaments for altadena victims p.35 welcome to sun city: new residents p.36 charlie thompson: never a dull moment p.39 frank phillips: behind a screwdriver’s name p.40 tech talk: how to organize your phone p.42 2025 cover photo contest p.46

January 2026

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Sun City Palm Desert ’s Annual

Photo Contest! E DEADLIN 6!

2 February 11, 20

“Faces & Places In Our Desert ” Sun City Palm Desert residents may submit scenic photos of people, places or animals in our desert area. (SCPD, Joshua Tree, Salton Sea, Anza Borrego, Cabazon, etc. are allowed.) Basic photo manipulation allowed. Sun City Palm Desert residents may submit up to two (2) photos taken by a Sun City Palm Desert resident. Photo(s) must be taken within 2025/2026. Photo(s) must be submitted as 5 x 7 prints (either professionally or home printed – best print, not draft copy, please), must include the photographer’s name, phone number and title of each photo written on the back, and be submitted with an ENTRY FORM. Entry Forms may be requested by emailing Irma in the Events office at Irma.Lopez@scpdca.com. All entries must be submitted to the Events Department in the Mountain View Clubhouse no later than 4 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Prizes awarded by the Association can be a gift card for either Boulevards or the Golf Shop. Winners will receive: First Place $100 Second Place $75 Third Place $50 All photos become the property of SCPDCA and cannot be returned. Photos may be used at the discretion of the Community Association. A panel of five staff members will judge the entries.

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Association News · January 2026

important numbers Mountain View Clubhouse Front Desk/RFID . . . . (760) 200-2222 front.desk@scpdca.com Sunset View Clubhouse Finance Office . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2100 HOA Payments/Statements/Information Fax (760) 200-2112 SCPDCA.Finance@scpdca.com Activities Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2220 Julie.Pope@scpdca.com Catering Manager/Food & Beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . .(760) 200-2242 Trever.Blanton@scpdca.com Communications News & Views . . . . . (760) 200-2241 or 200-2210 Irma.Lopez@scpdca.com Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2205 Compliance@scpdca.com Community Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 360-6026 Main Gate (24 hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 360-6026 North Gate (6 a.m.–10 p.m.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2117 Events Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2210 Events@scpdca.com Facilities Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2226 Fitness Center Lake View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2282 Fitness Center Mountain View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2232 Golf Course Maintenance/Common Areas . . . . . . (760) 200-2265 Golf Shop Santa Rosa, Mountain View . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2200 Golf Shop San Gorgonio, Sunset View . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2120 HOA Operations Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2208 Christina.Ayala@scpdca.com LEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2213 LEC.auditteam@scpdca.com Postal Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2236 Fax (760) 766-1599 Restaurant Boulevards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2109 Restaurant Cali Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (442) 282-8209 Restaurant Daily Grind/Martini’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2235 RV Lot Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2150 Tee-Off Automated System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 200-2296 Burrtec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 340-2113 or 324-1741 Dewey Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 343-2912 Spectrum Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-833-697-7328 Vector Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (760) 342-8287 Pulte Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (949) 255-1650 Pulte Warranty Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . SoCalService@delwebb.com All warranty issues and questions must go through this email.

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January 2026

hours of operation Mountain View Clubhouse Daily 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Community Association Front Desk Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. RFID/Transponder Services · 8:30 – 11 a.m. & 1:30 –3 p.m. Compliance Department Monday – Friday 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 3 p.m. Lifestyle Enhancement Committee (LEC) Monday – Friday 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 3 p.m. Events Department / News & Views Monday – Friday 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 3 p.m. Activities Coordinator Monday – Friday 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 3 p.m. Postal Center Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fitness Center/Indoor Pool Mountain View Mon. – Sat. 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. · Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Outdoor Pool Mountain View Mon. – Sat. 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. · Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Swipe Card Access · 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. Children’s Pool Hours Mountain View (ages 4 – 17) Outdoor Pool · Daily 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Indoor Pool · Daily 12 – 3 p.m. Daily Grind · Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Martinis · Monday – Friday 3 – 7 p.m. Cali Café · Monday – Sunday 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunset View Clubhouse Daily 7 a.m.– 10 p.m. Boulevards · Tuesday – Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Library · Daily 7 a.m.– 10 p.m. Accounting Department Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 – 4:30 p.m. Resort Pool Sunset View · Adults Only (age 18+) Swipe Card Access Only · 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Guests must be accompanied by a resident at all times. Lake View Recreation Center Fitness Center Mon. – Sat. 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. · Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Outdoor Pool Lake View · Adults Only (age 18+) Mon. – Sat. 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. · Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Swipe Card Access · 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. Gate Hours Main Gate · Open 24 Hours North Gate · Manned 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. All Other Gates · Open 5 a.m. – Midnight Newcastle Pool (NCC 103 residents & respective guests) Daily 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Children’s Hours · Daily 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Dog Park Hours · 7 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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VOTE NOW

Operations Update By Dan Randles hoa operations director dan.randles@scpdca.com (760) 200-2223

A New Year of Excellence at Sun City Palm Desert Happy New Year, Sun City Palm Desert! As we welcome 2026, we celebrate the privilege of living in an award-winning community nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley. Sun City Palm Desert is more than a neighborhood—it’s a lifestyle defined by outstanding amenities, beautiful surroundings, and a strong sense of connection among residents. This year brings exciting opportunities to build on what makes our community so special. From projects designed to enhance your daily experience to initiatives focused on safety and sustainability, our goal remains the same: to ensure Sun City Palm Desert continues to be a place you are proud to call home.

Election time is here! If you’re not currently receiving important community notices, now is the perfect time to sign up for email delivery. It’s quick and easy—visit www.scpdca.com to download the Email Consent Form or pick one up at the Admin front office in the Mountain View Clubhouse. Completed forms can be returned by email to admin.mailings@scpdca.com, by mail to 38-180 Del Webb Blvd., Palm Desert, CA 92211, or hand-delivered to the Front Desk at Mountain View Clubhouse. Stay informed and connected with your community!

Maintaining the Integrity of Our Community’s Walls The Lifestyle Enhancement Committee (LEC) reminds all residents of the critical importance of protecting the structural integrity of our block walls. Irrigation water must never come into direct contact with these walls, as prolonged exposure to moisture can weaken their stability and result in costly repairs. Take a moment to inspect and adjust your irrigation systems regularly to ensure sprinklers and drip lines are positioned away from block walls. Remove or relocate plants that require moderate to heavy watering if they are planted close to the walls, as excess moisture from these plants can also compromise wall integrity. These simple steps help preserve the strength, beauty, and longevity of our award-winning community.

Convenient Services On-Property Did you know that the Sun City Palm Desert Postal Center offers Notary Services? Whether you need documents notarized for personal or business purposes, our on-site team is here to assist you. This convenient service saves time and ensures your paperwork is handled professionally—just another way we make life easier for our residents.

Celebrating Community Recognition Finally, a big ‘thank you’ to everyone who voted for Sun City Palm Desert in the Best of the Desert – Community Choice Awards! Voting concluded on December 28, and winners will be announced on March 11. Your support helps showcase the pride we all share in our exceptional community. Here’s to another year of excellence, connection, and pride at Sun City Palm Desert!

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2025 Cover Photo Contest…page 44-45

Table of Contents Association News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Committee Reports . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Golf Course News . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Food & Beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Meeting & Events Calendar . . . . 32 Community Views . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Chartered Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Resident Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Advertiser Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Cover photo by Laurie Brown Craig

News & Views is published monthly by Sun City Palm Desert Community Association. The mission of the News & Views, the official magazine of the Sun City Palm Desert Community Association (SCPDCA), is to communicate to residents all news pertaining to the Association, focusing on Board and Delegate activity, Chartered Clubs, Resident Groups and other articles of interest, produced in the most professional and fiscally responsible means possible. News & Views is distributed by District Delegates and their volunteers. Residents may purchase a mail subscription at the Community Association office for $60 per year ($5 per issue) to cover mailing and handling costs. News & Views is also available online at www.scpdca.com. The SCPDCA provides this publication for informational purposes only and neither endorses nor promotes any products or services advertised herein and assumes no responsibility or liability for statements made herein.

Association News · January 2026

January 2026

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Board of Directors’ Meeting Report · 12-2-25 summary of board action items and motions 25-12-100 – Authorize Guralnick, Gilliland & Garcia, Attorneys at Law, as the Association’s attorney and agent, to execute and record an assessment lien on the following properties pursuant to the Association’s Collection Policy: Account# 9762176 and Account # 880101. (Rheuban/Long) Carried unanimously by the Board of Directors 7 to none. 25-12-101 – Authorize the conversion of existing Bermuda grass to Stadium Zoysia and Laser Zoysia on the putting course, chipping greens, and the green belt surrounding the Yacht Lake Park. Funding for this project will be allocated from the Operating GCM Budget. (Long/Liebermann) Carried unanimously by the Board of Directors 7 to none. 25-12-102 – Authorize the purchase of five (5) Kenwood NX-3320-K2 portable radios at the cost of $4,050.81 from Anderson Communications. (Long/Howser) Carried unanimously by the Board of Directors 7 to none. 25-12-103 – Authorize the purchase of five (5) Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) from AED Institute of America, Inc. in the amount of $10,338 which includes a 5% contingency and will be funded by Operations budget GL# 70195 Safety Supplies, Dept. 42-Engineering. (Howser/Bennetts) Carried unanimously by the Board of Directors 7 to none. 25-12-104 – Approve the contract of Fitness Design Group, for services of gym design concepts, design development and technical documentation as well as equipment/flooring specification, layout and preliminary budgeting for replacement equipment as needed for the Lake View Recreation Center remodel for the amount of $8,850, plus $1,500 for a rendering package of 4 perspective views of the final concept for a total estimated amount of $10,350 to be paid from Replacement Reserve funds. (Rheuban/Liebermann) Carried unanimously by the Board of Directors 7 to none. The complete approved minutes of the Board of Directors’ Meetings are located in the Library and on the SCPDCA website.

next open board meeting:

tuesday, january 6 · 2 pm all owners of record are encouraged to attend this meeting in person or via zoom For Zoom technical support, contact Lillian Acosta at Lillian.Acosta@scpdca.com.

2025-26 Board of Directors Randy Dugger President rsdugger @aol.com

Bruce Bennetts Vice-President bbennetts @aol.com

Steve Rheuban Treasurer svr.suncitypd @gmail.com

Sue Rogoff Secretary suerogoff @outlook.com

Greg Howser Director ghowser2 @verizon.net

Tom Liebermann Director silverfox141 @gmail.com

Dave Long Director davelong @rltrca.com

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Association News · January 2026

Delegate Meetings & Contacts District 1 . . . . dark Delegate: Ramon Ferra rferra126@gmail.com Alternate: Marla Baker District 2 . . . . dark Delegate: Charlie Thompson scpd.district2@gmail.com Alternate: Gudrun Baur-Farr District 3 . . . . dark Delegate: Susan Wolfe swolfe1991@gmail.com Alternate: Linda Mayo District 4 . . . . dark Delegate: Shannon Soady ssoady@hotmail.com Alternate: Darrell Hartle District 5 . . . . dark Delegate: Pam Mendelsohn pam4dist5@gmail.com Alternate: — vacant — District 6 . . . . dark Delegate: Sharon Perica sharon.perica@gmail.com Alternate: Joyce Shafer District 7 . . . . dark Delegate: Vicky Harrison gproglo1@gmail.com Alternate: Nancy Neal District 8 . . . . dark Delegate: David Strain suncitydistrict8@gmail.com Alternate: Peter Schoenlaub District 9 . . . . social - jan. 27, 5 pm, mv Delegate: Paul Beaty pbeaty7@gmail.com Alternate: Roger Blaemire District 10 . . . dark Delegate: Walt Zarella the2zs@sbcglobal.net Alternate: Dea Froggatt District 11 . . . dark Delegate: Judith Antonio judithantonio@yahoo.com Alternate: Susie Gettis District 12 . . . dark Delegate: Kathy Bash kathybash@verizon.net Alternate: Ken Bash District 13 . . . meeting - jan. 22, 4:30 pm, lv Delegate: Marilyn Townsend mfrtownsend@gmail.com Alternate: Jeff Litel District 14 . . . dark Delegate: Maralyn Howard suncitydistrict14@gmail.com Alternate: Linda Jenkins District 15. . . dark Delegate: Christina Campbell ccampbell3000@aol.com Alternate: David Kingsbury

January 2026

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financial report by Armann Rohde, Finance Director The October 2025 financials were presented to the Finance Committee on Monday, December 1. October’s gross operating revenues finished the month at $2,213,390 and yearto-date we are at $8,088,797. Golf had a great month of $316,602 in revenues, which was $89,876 over budget. Total rounds for October are up 618 compared to budget. 18-hole rounds and twilight rounds are up 505 and 83 rounds, respectively. 835 individuals signed up for the Golf Rate Lock Buy-In Plan: 376 Bronze, 315 Silver, 132 Gold and 12 Platinum. This year’s goal is to have 980 individuals sign up. Food & Beverage had a great month of $209,470 in revenues and came in $53,210 above budget. This includes Boulevards remaining closed on Mondays.

through october 2025 As of November 24, HR has 17 positions on their Open Positions Report. These open positions include six Food & Beverage positions, two Ground Course Maintenance position, five Facilities Maintenance positions, two Audio Visual, one Golf Shop Outside Guest Service Attendant, and one Fitness Monitor. There were 33 homes that closed escrow in the month of October. Reserve Replenishment Assessment (RRA) revenues are $92,820 for October and fiscal year-to-date revenues are $266,655. Each year we begin our Year End Forecasts the 2nd Quarter, which is included in the October 2025 Financials. The Year End Forecast is an update to the Annual Budget, and more accurately projects future revenues and planned expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year. Currently, we are on track to make budget this fiscal year. The Association remains in a sound financial position.

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Association News · January 2026

Activities Update By Julie Pope activities coordinator julie.pope@scpdca.com (760) 200-2220

January 2026

As we welcome a brand-new year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our wonderful community. This last year has been filled with joy, laughter, and countless memorable moments—thanks to all of you. Whether you joined me on bus trips, shouted “Bingo!” with excitement, or simply shared a smile along the way, your participation made every activity truly special. I am grateful for your enthusiasm and fun spirit you bring to each event. You are the reason our activities continue to grow and thrive. Looking ahead, I'm excited for another year of adventure! We will be exploring new destinations, revisiting your favorite spots, and creating even more opportunities to come together and enjoy one another's company. Thank you for a fantastic year; here’s to an even better one ahead. Wishing you all a joyful, healthy, and adventure-filled New Year!

Julie

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COMMUNITY MARKETING & ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

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Committee Reports · January 2026

COMMUNITY MARKETING & ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

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FITNESS & RECREATION COMMITTEE

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Committee Reports · January 2026

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE

January 2026

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Public Safety Committee Driving and Walking in Sun City By Dan Oates, Chair

Since it’s the start of the year, I wanted to address the most common complaints I hear from drivers and pedestrians. Recently, I received a call from one of our residents who nearly hit another resident walking on the street. We are entering our busy season, when we have more part-time residents who may be new to our community or have forgotten some of the safety measures we usually take for granted. When walking in the evening, it’s best to wear light-colored clothing with reflective stripes or patches that are visible to drivers in the dark. While it’s safer to use our sidewalks, if you need to be in the street or crossing, reflective clothing can help drivers of golf carts and cars see you. As I mentioned before, there are many EV cars and golf carts in our community, and you might not hear them coming up behind you if you’re walking in the street, so sidewalks are always the safer choice. It seems from the number of complaints I receive and read online that many of us have forgotten some basic rules of the road, like

stop signs, signaling and speed limits. We are all experienced drivers, which I know because of the Sun City age requirements. It appears many believe the stop signs don’t apply to them. I don’t quite understand why they think that if there’s no one in a crosswalk or no cross traffic in sight, they don’t need to stop. That’s not true. And it’s not just cars—golf carts and bicycle riders also often fail to stop. Signaling for a turn or lane change is also considered unimportant here in Sun City. Of course, this is common on city streets and roads as well. It’s a good practice to inform other drivers of your intentions to prevent accidents. This is especially crucial when driving a golf cart, which may need to turn across an auto lane. Speed is not my main concern. There are only two speed limits in Sun City: 25mph and 35mph. Dell Webb is the only road in Sun City with a 35mph limit. All residential streets are limited to 25mph. Why do so many people drive excessively fast on our longer residential streets? A Happy and Safe New Year to All!

VIOLATION SUMMARY · NOVEMBER 2025

CITATIONS ISSUED

Excessive Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Open Garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 (Violation Only) Failure to Stop at Posted Stop Sign. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Trash Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Abusive Language/Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Reckless Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Handicap Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Gate Strike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Facing Wrong Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Vehicle Taking Two Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 RV Parked in Excess of 72 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Excessive Open Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 RV Creating a Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Monthly Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

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Found/Lost Pet Info I.D. collars should be worn by every pet. It is recommended that you also have your pet microchipped. If you lose or find a pet, notify the Main Gate (360-6026); they will contact an animal rescue volunteer. Be sure to register your pet! To download the form from the SCPDCA website, click on Documents & Forms, then scroll down to Pet Registration Form. If you are a member of One Group at Sun City Palm Desert, you can also email a LOST/FOUND DOG/CAT notice with breed, color, size, location and phone number to SCPDGroup@groups.io Trash Pick Up · Tuesdays Trash containers may be put out no earlier than 4 p.m. the day before pick up and must be taken in by midnight the day of pick up. When a holiday falls on a Monday or Tuesday, service will be delayed one day. 2026 Burrtec Holidays: Monday, May 5 - Memorial Day Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day Posted Stop Signs Posted stop signs are meant for golf carts and bicycles, too. Citations will be issued for failure to stop. Riding bicycles on the sidewalks is NOT permitted at any time! Prevent Rust Stains on Driveways One of the main reasons for rust stains on driveways is due to washing golf carts on driveways. Acid from batteries drips onto the driveway which causes unsightly rust.

Association News · January 2026

2025-2026 committees Arts and Crafts Show Committee — VACANT —

Committee Reports Compliance Committee

Community Marketing & Activities Committee (CMAC) Kathie Miller, Chair · kathiemiller@msn.com

By Betty Lou Poloway, Compliance Committee Member

Library Committee Mary Tapley, Chair · mdtapl@yahoo.com

Love them or hate them, our new speed bumps are here to stay. This is just one of our rules of the road that makes it safer to live in Sun City. If you are lucky enough to be a resident, these are some other rules that make our community work. To use our fitness centers, you need to present a resident ID. Your guests may either use a guest ID or join you as you work out. All vehicles including golf carts must be registered and all drivers of all vehicles must have a current driver’s license. Bike riders will also need to follow the rules of the road and carry a current ID. All pets NOT on their owner’s lot or in a dog park must be on a leash. Also, our fishing lake is a catch and release body of water. Swimsuits and coverups may not be worn in the recreation centers. The Association Code of Conduct considers you in violation if you use obscenities or comment disrespectfully on race, color or religion. This rule applies to all residents, family members, guests and vendors. Physical or verbal assault which creates a hostile environment will be cause for a citation. In addition, no unit may be rented for less than thirty days. These are just a few of the rules that make Sun City such a special community.

Lifestyle Enhancement Committee (LEC) Ron Walker, Chair · walker.ron@gmail.com

Golf Committee

Compliance Committee Wayne Olmsted, Chair · wayneolmsted1@gmail.com Election Committee Susan Wilder, Chair · p625ebble@yahoo.com Emergency Preparedness (EPC) Robyn Mack, Chair · desertrobyn@gmail.com Finance Committee Bill Dani, Chair · wdani@netzero.net Fitness and Recreation Committee Lou Ann Liebermann, Chair · louanng5@gmail.com Golf Committee John Little, Chair · johnlittle@theplinthgroup.com Insurance Committee Kris Gilbert, Chair · rkgilbert5@att.net

By John Little, Chair · johnlittle@theplinthgroup.com · 619-316-2331 Lifestyle Enhancement Subcommittee Ron Walker, Chair · walker.ron@gmail.com News & Views Committee Vee Novak, Chair · vn.newsandviews@icloud.com Public Safety Committee Dan Oates, Chair · doates818@aol.com Strategic Planning Committee Scott Erickson, Chair · serickson49@gmail.com Website Committee Elaine Magee, Chair · websitecommittee@scpdcaclubs.com

If you are interested in any Committee vacancies, please stop by the Mountain View Clubhouse and ask for Irma Lopez, Events Coordinator. Call us at 760-200-2223.

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January 2026

Happy New Year! As we begin the New Year, I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Holiday Season and is looking forward to new ventures, new experiences, and new friendships in 2026! For the Golf Committee, 2025 was an outstanding year. This was the first year we divided the committee into focused sub-committees, allowing members to concentrate on specific aspects of the golfing experience here in SCPD. The results were exceptional! Below are just a few of the accomplishments we achieved together: Rate Lock Program • Made it easier for each of our members to select the Rate-lock program that would provide them with the best financial benefit • Equalized the Rate-Lock buy-in cost across the board. • Reduced the number of seasons from four to two. • Standardized the cost per round based on the number of rounds played annually. • Equalized off-season rates within the Rate-Lock Program.

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Santa Rosa Master Plan • Reviewed the existing proposed Master Plan and updated it to ensure golfers of every skill level enjoy the best possible experience. Turf (Zoysia) Evaluation • Worked closely with our Director of Agronomy to evaluate the long-term cost of maintaining the Bermuda Turf, including overseeding, fertilization, water usage and explored alternative solutions that could reduce annual maintenance costs, eliminate fall course closures for overseeding, and significantly reduce water consumption. Looking ahead to 2026, our committee is well-positioned to continue enhancing the golfing experience at SCPD. The progress we made in 2025 reflects what can be accomplished when our golfing community works together with shared purpose and enthusiasm. Thank you to everyone who contributed time, ideas, and effort throughout the year, your commitment has built a strong foundation for even greater success in the months ahead. Here’s to an inspiring and enjoyable 2026! As always, we are here to serve the Community, if there’s anything the Golf Committee can do to enhance your experience, please don’t hesitate to reach out with comments or suggestions.

Library Committee By Mary Tapley, Chair

The library staff wishes everyone a happy, healthy and safe new year. Welcome to new volunteer, Barri Friedland. Thanks to several residents for their generous donations of movies of all genres from newer movies to classics. Many are musicals, westerns, drama and action. Come in and check out the movie shelves. Marilyn Townsend, who manages the audio books that have been relocated from the carousels to the front of the library, asks that containers be checked prior to returning or donating them to ensure that all CDs are in the container. If a CD is found after returning or donating the audio book, please bring it to the library for Marilyn to associate it with the proper audio book. The same request applies to movies. Empty DVD cases are retained in the hope that the disc will be returned and can be associated with the case. If an audio book or movie does not play properly, please indicate that when returning it so it can be fixed, if possible. Otherwise, it is returned to the shelf as is. Another item we associate are dust jackets you find one after the book has been returned. The library is open every day during the hours the Sunset View Clubhouse is open (see page 4), barring any unforeseen

circumstance. Thanks to all who support the library either financially, materially or by giving time as a volunteer.

Lifestyle Enhancement Committee By Kathy Krier, Vice Chair · Contact the LEC at 760-200-2213

Happy New Year! This is a great time of year for new beginnings and new ideas. This year the LEC continues to review the rules (the LEC Design Guidelines) for potential changes to recommend to the Board of Directors and Community. Some of the changes we are considering include allowing small windows in the garage doors and adding additional options for screening of HVAC equipment. We are also looking into options to provide shade and additional choices for gate and patio covers. continued…

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project approval process The LEC Committee continues to receive and review exterior projects for their Tuesday meetings. Residents may submit projects the following ways: 1) Email to LECprojects@scpdca.com; 2) First class mail to 38-180 Del Webb Blvd., Palm Desert, CA 92211; or 3) Drop off at the Mountain View Clubhouse HOA Dropbox. An application can take up to 15 business days for approval and processing. Our LEC Staff is in the office Monday – Friday, and are available via phone and email to help with any project, violation or resale-related questions. The LEC window for Homeowner Assistance is open Monday–Friday from 8:30 – 11 a.m. and 1:30 – 3 p.m. (closed Tuesdays). These hours have been established to streamline services and improve the homeowner’s experience.

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• Katie Rabago, LEC Supervisor

Katie.Rabago@scpdca.com · 760-200-2276 • Jessica Castillo, LEC Project Coordinator

Jessica.Castillo@scpdca.com · 760-200-2278 • Jacob Hernandez, LEC Home Inspector

Jacob.Hernandez@scpdca.com · 760-200-2214 • Eric Perez, LEC Home Inspector Eric.Perez@scpdca.com · 760-200-2244 • Rebecca Parker, LEC Administrative Assistant Rebecca.Parker@scpdca.com · 760 200-2213 LEC may enter your property Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m., and try hard not to disturb you.

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Committee Reports continued…

Last year the Sun City community approved the LEC’s recommendations for a new paint pallet. These colors are on display in the Mountain View Clubhouse. We are also always looking to improve our processes and procedures and welcome resident input. Over the last several years we have reorganized and revised the Design Guidelines, simplified the processes for applying for projects and have revised the compliance letters to sound more “resident friendly.” We have instituted weekly e-blasts to keep you informed and let you know when we will be inspecting in your District. Since it is the beginning of a new year, perhaps you would like to volunteer with the LEC. Our requirements are folks with a team spirit who are “resident focused.” We meet every Tuesday morning to approve projects. Some volunteers go out into the community to check completed projects. We are always looking for volunteers to help us keep this community beautiful. Have a great month and see you around the neighborhood.

Website Committee By Elaine Magee, Chair

Happy New Year from the Website Committee! We hope your year is off to a wonderful start. The Website Committee has been hard at work and meets monthly with web editors from October to May. Lillian is diligently developing a stand-alone site for each club, and we are pleased to share that about a third of the clubs have been set up so far. We are committed to launching all the sites as soon as possible. Now, let’s dive into what’s new on the residential side of the website. Lillian has recently updated the tabs for GOLF, LEC (now featuring online fillable forms), and FITNESS & REC. We encourage you to check out these new updates! Looking ahead to 2026, we have some exciting projections. The Committee, also known as the WEBSITE GUIDANCE TEAM (WGT), will have its own website. This site will include the schedule of the Web Editors’ Meetings, videos on how to get your site looking just the way you want it, and printed instructions on how to set up new pages and tabs, among other helpful resources. Additionally, we will be offering classes for the editors on how to use WordPress once all clubs have been converted. This will help ensure everyone is equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to manage their sites effectively. Stay tuned for more updates in the February issue of News & Views. We look forward to sharing more exciting developments with you soon!

January 2026

Emergency Preparedness (EPC) emergency preparedness district contacts 1 Doug Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-533-2520 2 David Gaddie . . . . . . . . . . . 865-963-5224 3 Doug Graham . . . . . . . . . . . 213-215-9462 4 Bill Harvey . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-277-6552 5 Dan McCarthy . . . . . . . . . . 626-862-1177 6 Marla Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-292-6069 7 David Roberson . . . . . . . . . 206-499-0456 8 Bob Kramer . . . . . . . . . . . . 760-992-6877 9 Mary Robinson . . . . . . . . . . 425-766-3888 10 Nick Desmond . . . . . . . . . 773-497-4808 11 Joni Migdal . . . . . . . . . . . . 310-877-9292 12 Lloyd Gladden . . . . . . . . . 310-925-1757 13 Monica Bianchi . . . . . . . . .209-406-4266 14 Doug Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-533-2520 15 Kris Gilbert . . . . . . . . . . . . 916-295-7971 Chair Robyn Mack . . . . . . . . . . . 760-772-1756 Vice Chair Jeff MacDonald . . . . 310-962-4080

monthly meetings • INTRODUCTION TO EPC | Thursday, January 8, 9 a.m., Palm,

Sunset View. A broad view of our community’s preparations to assist residents in a disaster. Contains valuable information for everyone living in Sun City. Everyone welcome. For more information contact EPC@scpdca.com. • EPC DIRECTORS / DISTRICT OPERATIONS | Wed., January 14, 9 a.m., San Gorgonio, Mountain View. Everyone welcome. For info contact Robyn Mack at EPC@scpdca.com. • RADIO TRAINING | Tuesday, January 27. For details and reservations contact Scott at RadioEPC@scpdca.com.

coming thursday, february 5 · 1:30 p.m. Block Captain & Block Captain Coordinator Training San Gorgonio, Mountain View Clubhouse

first aid disaster plans | In a disaster, EPC plans to initially open the First Aid Station at Mountain View (Bldg. D, tennis court) with possible additional First Aid Stations at Sunset View (bocce court patio) and/or Lake View (Tahoe room). Tune into AM 1620 for updates. vial of life | Contact EPC@scpdca.com for a Vial of Life and/or medical form insert. The form is also on our website’s “Resources” tab. Keep your information current. help your community | Some streets do not have Block Captains, which means no radio communications in that area and a delay in checking on residents and getting them help. To volunteer to assist your neighbors in a disaster and help them prepare, contact EPC@scpdca.com.

visit epc online | For information on EPC and how to be prepared, scan this QR code or go to epc.scpdcaclubs.com.

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Healthnut By George Boucher | Assistant Fitness Director

Health & Fitness News By Glenn Smith Fitness Director glenn.smith@scpdca.com

January’s HealthNuts are… the Morning Tai Chi Class! Tai Chi for Better Balance, Flexibility, and Strength Many residents ask about ways to improve balance, flexibility, and strength to support their daily activities. While there are many exercise options, one practice I often recommend is Tai Chi. At Sun City, the form of Tai Chi we practice is sometimes referred to as Qi Gong (pronounced Chee-Kung). It combines slow, deliberate movements with meditation and breathing exercises. This ancient Chinese martial art has been practiced for centuries—originally for self-defense, but now widely embraced for its health benefits and ability to enhance quality of life. The focus is on gentle, low-impact movements that are ideal for beginners and for those with health conditions such as high blood pressure, arthritis, fibromyalgia, or Parkinson’s. These moving meditations improve balance, muscle control, and overall strength, while also supporting cardiovascular health, mental focus, and reduced anxiety. Research consistently shows Tai Chi enhances flexibility, endurance, and overall well-being for participants of all fitness levels. Class Details: When: Monday–Thursday, 8–8:30 a.m., October–June Where: Mountain View, Sierra Ballroom Terrace Cost: Free Instructors: Volunteer leaders Ann (15 years), Christiane, and Ron. Our instructors invite you to join, “Come practice Tai Chi with us—it’s a wonderful way to start the day!” Reminder: Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise program. Please contact George Boucher at 760-200-2107 if you would like to be featured as a Healthnut of the month in an upcoming edition.

January 2026

Most of us know that strength training (with free weights, weight machines, or resistance bands) can help build and maintain muscle mass and strength. What many of us don’t know is that strong muscles lead to strong bones. And strong bones can help minimize the risk of fracture due to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis should be a concern for all of us. An estimated eight million women and two million men in the United States have osteoporosis. It is now responsible for more than two million fractures each year, and experts expect that number will rise. Hip fractures are usually the most serious. Six out of 10 people who break a hip never fully regain their former level of independence. Even walking across a room without help may become impossible. A combination of age-related changes, inactivity, and inadequate nutrition conspire to gradually steal bone mass at the rate of 1% per year after age 40. As bones grow more fragile and susceptible to fracture, they are more likely to break after even a minor fall, or a far less obvious stress such as bending over to tie a shoelace. The good news is that research shows strength training can play a role in slowing bone loss and can even build bone. This is tremendously useful to help offset age-related declines in bone mass. Activities that put stress on bones can nudge bone-forming cells into action. That stress comes from the tugging and pushing on bone that occur during strength training (as well as weight-bearing aerobic exercises like walking or running). The result is stronger, denser bones. And strength training, in particular, has bone benefits beyond those offered by aerobic weight-bearing exercise. It targets bones of the hips, spine and wrists, which are the sites most likely to fracture. Also, resistance workouts— particularly those that include moves emphasizing power and balance—enhance strength and stability. That can boost confidence, encourage you to stay active, and reduce fractures another way: by cutting down on falls.

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Sunday

Monday

Yoga & Pilates Pilates ($)

Tai Chi

(t) 8 – 8:30 am

Trim ‘N Tone Step Aerobics ($)

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

Trim ‘N Tone Step Aerobics ($)

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

(ps) 7 – 8 am

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

(ps) 8 – 9 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

Aquasize

(sv) 8 – 9 am

(lv) 8 – 9 am

(ps) 9 – 10 am

LEGEND black listings: FREE CLASSES except where ($) designates class fee required •

brown listings: chartered club •

(ip) indoor pool

mountain view •

(lv) lake view • (mv) mountain

view • (op) outdoor pool

mountain view • (ps) pavilion studio

sunset view •

(sv) sunset view • (t) terrace

mountain view TRAINER by appointment only •

mountain view fitness center glenn 200-2240 •

lake view fitness center george 200-2107

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Tai Chi

(t) 8 – 8:30 am

Trim ‘N Tone Step Aerobics ($)

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

(ps) 7 – 8 am

(ps) 8 – 9 am

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

(ps) 8 – 9 am

(mv) 8 – 9 am

(ps) 8 – 9 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

(ip) 8:30 – 9:30 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

(lv) 8 – 9 am

(ip) 8:30 – 9:30 am

Aquasize

Yoga & Pilates Mat Yoga ($)

(ip) 8:30 – 9:30 am

(ps) 9 – 10 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

Line Dance II

(sv) 9 – 10 am

(lv) 9 – 10 am

Yoga & Pilates Mat Yoga ($)

Yoga & Pilates Pilates ($) (ps)

(ps) 9 – 10 am

9:30 – 10:30 am

Self Defense (lv) 10 – 11:30 am

Arthritis Aquatics (ip) 10 – 11 am

Line Dance II

Meditation (sv)

(ps) 10:15 – 11:15 am

10:30 – 11:30 am

Line Dance III (ps) 11:15 – 12:15 pm

Performing Arts Dance Rehearsals (ps) 1:30 – 4 pm

Line Dance I (ps) 11 am – 12 pm

Line Dance Level Varies (ps) 12 – 1 pm

(ps) 10:15 – 11:15 am

Line Dance III (ps) 11:15 – 12:15 pm

Performing Arts Dance Rehearsals (ps) 12:30 – 2 pm

Love to Dance Beginner ($) (ps) 2 – 3 pm

Love to Dance Inter./Adv. ($) (ps) 3 – 4 pm

Water Volleyball (op) 2 – 4 pm

Ping Pong (ps) 2 – 4 pm

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($) (ps) 4 – 5 pm

(ps) 7 – 8 am

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($)

Aquasize

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

(ip) 8:30 – 9:30 am

(mv) 9 – 10 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

Yoga & Pilates Mat Yoga ($)

(lv) 9 – 10 am

(ps) 9:30 – 10:30 am

(lv) 8 – 9 am

Aquasize (ip) 8:30 – 9:30 am

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($) (lv) 9 – 10 am

Yoga & Pilates Mat Yoga ($)(ps)

Aquasize

Yoga & Pilates Pilates ($)

Arthritis Aquatics

(ps) 9 – 10 am

(ip) 10 – 11 am

Ballet

Meditation

(ps)

(sv) 10:30 – 11:30 am

9:45 – 10:45 am

Arthritis Aquatics (ip) 10 – 11 am

10:30 am – 12 pm

Steady & Strong Balance

Boost Your Brain

Ping Pong

(sv) 11 am – 12 pm (lv) 11 am – 12 pm 2nd friday only

(ps) 2 – 4 pm

Line Dance I (ps) 11 am – 12 pm

Line Dance IV (ps) 12 – 2 pm

Line Dance

Ping Pong

(ps) 12 – 1 pm

Love to Dance Practice ($)

(ps) 2 – 4 pm

(ps) 1:15 – 2:15 pm

Yoga & Pilates Chair Yoga ($)

Water Volleyball

(mv) 5 – 6 pm

(op) 2 – 4 pm

Ping Pong (ps) 2:45 – 4 pm

Trim ‘N Tone Aerobics ($) (ps) 4 – 5 pm

Aquasize

(ip) 5:30 – 6:15 pm

CHANGES OR ERRORS please report any changes or errors to Glenn Smith 200-2240

fitness and recreation committee meetings are open to the public in the tahoe room, lake view recreation center. contact lou ann liebermann, chair, at tomlu141@mac.com for meeting times.

For additional information about the Fitness Centers and fitness classes, please contact the Fitness Staff: Mountain View Fitness Center at 760-200-2232 Lake View Fitness Center at 760-200-2282

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Resident or Guest ID Required for Entry to Fitness Facilities – No Exceptions! Entry Permitted Only with a Valid ID Thank you for your cooperation!

Sun City Support Groups Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group We meet on the second and fourth Thursday of every month, from 1– 2:30 p.m. in the Tahoe Room in the Lake View Recreation Center. This is a group for the caregivers of those suffering from any form of Dementia. We confidentially discuss coping strategies and set goals for self-care. Contact Dr. Beverly Yahr at 760-200-4410 or 818-631-7749.

Grief & Loss Support Group We meet monthly on the fourth Thursday at 5 p.m. You are welcome to attend our discussions where feelings and memories are shared in a safe and supportive environment. If you are interested in joining the group, please contact me and I will add your name to the list. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact me, Sherry Joyce, Grief and Loss Facilitator, at 760-834-8495.

Old Time AA Meeting

LOST & FOUND Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mountain View Clubhouse Front Desk

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunset View Clubhouse Finance Office

Monday – Saturday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mountain View Fitness Center & Lake View Recreation Center Front Desk

Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Mountain View Fitness Center & Lake View Recreation Center Front Desk

January 2026

The AA Big Book Study Group meets from 4 – 5 p.m. on Sundays in the Palm Room at the Sunset View Clubhouse. Bring your Big Book and join us for fellowship. Any further questions please call Claudia at 760-834-8921.

Stroke Survivors/Caregivers Support Group Jim Foudy, Kathy Cash, RN, Stroke Coordinator @EMC and Jim Schmiesing, resident, will address their experiences of Kindness, Compassion & Helping Others. Meeting will be in Lake View Recreation Center, Monday, Jan. 12, 1:30 p.m. For more information call Jim Foudy 760-345-8141.

Umbrella Ministries Helping Sun City bereaved moms who have lost children. Join other moms who come together for encouragement and support after the loss of a child of any age. We assure you a warm welcome and a spirit of understanding and hope. We meet the first Thursday of the month. Information/RSVP Cheryl at 760-324-1525 or Troas at troasb@gmail.com.

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SUMMER GOLF SHOP HOURS Santa Rosa · Daily · 6 a.m. – 1 p.m. San Gorgonio · Daily · 6 a.m. – 12 p.m.

PRACTICE RANGE HOURS Daily · 6 a.m. – Dusk Closed Thursdays 7:30 – 10 a.m. for Maintenance

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Golf Course NEWS By Tyler Truman Director of Agronomy and Grounds

Happy New Year to Our Residents We would like to provide an update on several ongoing maintenance and improvement projects throughout Sun City Palm Desert. Cleanup efforts along the North Channel continue following the November storm that brought a significant amount of mud into the area from the surrounding desert. The small dog park at Felceto Park reopened the week of Christmas. The large dog park is anticipated to reopen by the end of January, weather permitting. On the golf courses, areas impacted by mud have been reseeded and are beginning to establish successfully.

Project Zoysia is progressing as planned. With Board approval, final plans are being developed to convert the putting course and adjacent park area to Zoysia grass. This project will provide residents the opportunity to observe the complete transition from Bermuda grass to Zoysia and better understand the seasonal characteristics and long-term benefits of this turf. Once completed, this conversion will eliminate the need for seasonal overseeding, reduce dust associated with turf scalping, eliminate daytime watering during winter months, and significantly reduce mower and blower activity during that season. In addition, non-golfing residents will be able to walk the turf year-round and observe how the grass changes throughout the year. The project timeline is as follows: • March: Project initiation with no disruption to the putting course or park • April 1: Park closure • October 1: Grand reopening An outdoor informational meeting will be held in late February on Hole 8 of the Santa Rosa Golf Course to review turf color options and discuss results that have proven most successful. We appreciate your continued patience and support as we work to enhance and maintain the quality of our community amenities. We look forward to another successful year in 2026.

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Food & Beverage News By Alex Guilliano Food & Beverage Director

Hello everyone! The weather has finally cooled off, yes, we can officially stop pretending it’s “just a warm fall” and admit it felt like summer refused to leave. But now the holidays are here, twinkle lights are popping up everywhere, and I want to wish each of you a very happy, cheerful, and wonderfully relaxing season. Thank you all for another fantastic year. Our friendship truly feels more like family…the good kind of family, the one that likes each other and doesn’t argue over who ruined the potato salad. It’s wild to think it’s been two years since I joined this amazing community, and because of your kindness, humor and big personalities, they’ve been two very fun years. As many of you know, we’ve welcomed two new Chef de Cuisines—one for Catering and one for Boulevards. Their photos are included in this News & Views so you can finally stop whispering “Who’s that?” when you pass by.

I hope Boulevards kept you caffeinated enough to avoid any coffee-deprived emergencies. We aced our health inspection on December 3 with a perfect 100% and soft-opened on December 4. If you haven’t seen the new look yet, stop by— it turned out great! Daily Grind now features: • A brand-new menu. • Espresso, cappuccinos, and all your favorite “don’t talk to me yet” morning drinks. • A grab-and-go fridge stocked with juice, yogurt, granola, salads and sandwiches, perfect for golfers sprinting to the first tee. Martini’s now includes: • A full bar. • Beer on tap. • Appetizers. • Lots of TVs. • A new sound system. • Specialty cocktails and a great wine-by-the-glass list. It was a long wait…but like a slow cooker, the results were totally worth it.

monday night entertainment • January 12 – Tim Bryant • January 19 – Jason Love • January 26 – Mark Tate Chef Carlos, Catering

Chef José, Boulevards

catering department update

boulevards • Happy Hour: Tuesday to Sunday, 12 – 4 p.m. Because

We’ve been busy, like, “I’ve-walked-20,000-steps-and-mywatch-is-worried-about-me” busy. Thanksgiving at Mountain View went beautifully, and we got tons of positive comments about the food and service. Thank you to the whole team for making it look effortless.

science says smiles increase after 12 p.m. (Okay, I made that up, but it feels true.) • Chef’s Table: Tuesday to Saturday, 1 – 4 p.m. Stop by for tastings, conversation and a peek into what inspires our chefs. Always delicious, sometimes surprisingly creative, in the best way.

the daily grind & martini’s bar

Warm wishes to you all,

It’s DONE! Finally! Thank you all for surviving the remodel.

January 2026

Alex

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Coming Attractions…

Sunday

sponsored by the community marketing & activities committee

Monday

Tuesday

January 2026

Wednesday, January 7, 6:30 pm

lv = lake view · mv = mountain view · sv = sunset view

4 Somebody Up There Likes Me Paul Newman, Pier Angeli

8:30 am Friendship Church sv 10:00 am Friendship Church sv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

11:30 am Executive Board Mtg. Per Civil Code, closed to the Membership lv

Delegate/Board Mtg to follow

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 1:00 pm LEC Main Com. mv 2:00 pm Open Board sv/zoom

Wednesday, January 14, 6:30 pm

Liver & Onions Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

11 Man of the Year Robin Williams, Christopher Walkin

9:00 am LEC Plan Review mv 9:00 am Delegate Council mv

Boulevards Closed

Fried Chicken Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

8:30 am Friendship Church sv 10:00 am Friendship Church sv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

2:00 pm Election Committee mv 5:00 pm Monday Entertainment: Tim Bryant mv

Liver & Onions Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Boulevards Closed

9:00 am LEC Plan Review mv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 1:00 pm LEC Sub Com. sv 2:00 pm Fitness & Recreation lv

Wednesday, January 21, 6:30 pm

18 American Underdog Zachary Levi, Anna Paquin

8:30 am Friendship Church sv 10:00 am Friendship Church sv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

Wednesday, January 28

9:00 am LEC Plan Review mv 10:00 am New Resident Orien. mv 10:00 am Library Committee sv 10:00 am Web Editors Meeting mv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 5:00 pm Monday Entertainment: 1:00 pm Let’s Talk mv Jason Love mv MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

Liver & Onions Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Boulevards Closed

25 8:30 am Friendship Church sv 10:00 am Friendship Church sv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

Fried Chicken Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

5:00 pm Monday Entertainment: Mark Tate mv

9:00 am LEC Plan Review mv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 5:00 pm District 9 Social mv

Pleasantville Toby Maguire, Reese Witherspoon

free · speakers hall, sv doors open 15 minutes early no food allowed only bottled water

January 2026

Liver & Onions Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Boulevards Closed

Fried Chicken Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

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Wednesday

Thursday

NEW YEARS’ DAY Boulevards, Golf Shops & Clubhouses – regular hours Daily Grind/Martinis, Fitness Centers, Postal Center & Administration – closed

Friday

Saturday

8:30 am Finance Committee lv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 7:15 pm SCPD Jewish Services sv

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

7 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 2:00 pm Election Committee sv 6:30 pm CMAC Movie Night: Somebody Up There Likes Me sv

Tamale Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Fish & Chips Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Prime Rib Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

9:00 am Introduction to EPC sv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 1:00 pm Compliance Com. lv 2:00 pm Public Safety Com. mv 2:30 pm EPC Search & Rescue mv

8:00 am Parking Lot Sale mv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

Spaghetti Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Tamale Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Fish & Chips Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Prime Rib Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

9:00 am EPC Directors Mtg mv 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 6:30 pm CMAC Movie Night: Man of the Year sv

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 2:00 pm Golf Committee mv 2:00 pm CMAC lv

Spaghetti Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Tamale Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Fish & Chips Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

Prime Rib Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 2:30 pm Strategic Planning lv 6:30 pm CMAC Movie Night: American Underdog sv

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 7:15 pm SCPD Jewish Services sv

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour 1:00 pm News & Views Com. lv 2:30 pm EPC Search & Rescue mv 4:30 pm District 13 Meeting lv

12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

Spaghetti Night at Boulevards 4:30 – 8 pm · dine in/take out

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12:00 pm Boulevards’ Happy Hour

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Poetry Contest

Much Ado About Nothing by John Annarino

CALL FOR ENTRIES! 2026 Spring Poetry Contest • Last line must include: “A place in the sun.” • Maximum length: 14 lines • Limit one original entry (no previously published poems) • Email entries to: newsandviews@scpdca.com • Deadline for entries: February 16, 2026 The winning entry will appear in the April issue of News & Views. The winner will receive a $50 Sun City gift card. The News & Views Committee will select the winning poem. (Committee members are prohibited from entering this contest.)

The Palisades fire began on January 7, 2025. Until it was contained on January 31, it caused over 12 fatalities and more than 250 billion dollars in damage. It destroyed more than 4,000 homes, 6,700 structures, and scorched 23,000 acres. It was the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history. When asked if I would write a poem commemorating the first anniversary of the fire, I thought of the beautiful poem that won Mike Emhoff first place in the 2025 Spring Poetry Contest and suggested I include Mike’s poem in my column instead. I checked with Mike. He was pleased, and as we talked I learned he and his wife Barbara moved to Sun City in 2002 after selling their home in the Highlands area of the Palisades. He also told me about their recent visit to the devastation. Where their home had once been, it was there no more, totally obliterated by the raging fire.

The Ashes Whisper by michael emhoff

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The fire roared, a beast with breath of flame, Devouring walls that bore a family name. Memories turned to smoke, they climbed the air, Dreams once secure now scattered everywhere. The photographs, the chair, the books, the bed, All gone to ash, a life’s foundation fled. The trees once green now stand as blacken spires, A silent witness to the raging fires. Yet from the ash, a whisper stirs the soul: A call to rise, to mend, to make life whole. When fire destroys, the heart begins to sow For roots of hope through broken ground will grow. Though flames consumed what once was firm and true, The strength to rebuild lies within you. The good news is recovery is proceeding rapidly. The debris removal phase is largely complete, paving the way for structural rebuilding. The not so good news is that experts predict full recovery will take a decade or longer. Billy Crystal, one celebrity who lost his home, said, “Every inch of our home was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can’t be taken away.” He expressed his heartache and noted that with the help of family and friends, he and his wife would get through it. Just as so many others will get through it. Because they’ve heard what the ashes whisper. John welcomes your comments at jjannarino@icloud.com.

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Ornaments for Altadena Spreading a bit of holiday cheer to the victims of the Altadena fire, several Sun City residents recently participated in the “Ornaments for Altadena” drive, a movement started by caring residents in the surrounding areas. Debbie and Doug Smith, retirees from Pasadena City College and Caltech, respectively, who know many families who lost everything to the fire, brought the idea to Sun City. Our talented, artistic residents happily went to work and created 102 stained glass ornaments, approximately a dozen quilted ornaments and some quilted place settings. Doug delivered the finished products to Pasadena for distribution to the fire victims. A big “Thank You” to these residents for reaching out beyond the gates of Sun City and for bringing holiday joy and smiles to the faces of the Altadena fire victims.

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Community Views · January 2026

Photos by Bob Meinhard

by Vee Novak

by luigi leonardi, vee novak and barbara schadlow Welcome to Sun City David Ciminello & Brian Delaney! David was born in Fort Benning, GA but raised in New Jersey. Brian was born in Wrentham, Mass. They both worked on films, TV and photography. They have lived in Portland and in Los Angeles for work. David is an actor and a published author, recently completing his latest book, The Queen of Steeplechase Park, a very witty novel. Brian is a professional photographer and a podcast artist. They moved to SCPD in late 2025 and could not have been more fortunate. They love it! Welcome Walter and Clara Desha! Walter and Clara Desha moved to Sun City from Morongo Valley. Walter is a retired Physician Assistant (PA) while Clara still works full time also as a PA. The active lifestyle in Sun City and their friends who live here drew them to our community. They both enjoy the outdoors and are interested in the Hiking Club. Clara is planning on volunteering on the Emergency Preparedness Committee and joining the Ceramics, Yoga, Pilates and Bocce Ball Clubs. Having a pet dog, they frequent the dog parks. Welcome Gary Hankinson and Audrey Rittenhouse! Audrey and Gary are part-time residents splitting their time between their home in Huntington Beach and Sun City. Because they describe themselves as “social people,” they have joined several clubs such as Hiking, Biking, Car, Cornbaggers, Cards, etc. Audrey plans to teach new card games to the Card Club. She retired from Boeing while Gary retired from United Van Lines. Gary ’s pride and joy is his hot rod—a 1974 Chevy Nova which he plans to enter in our community’s car shows. “We love everything here!” said Gary. Welcome to Sun City Curt & Linda Kreun! Curt and Linda Kreun lived most of their lives in Grand Forks, ND. Curt is a former politician and member of the North Dakota Senate. Prior, Curt served as chair of the Grand Forks Housing Authority. Curt and Linda decided to move to warmer climates by first moving to Palm Springs and more recently, chose to move to Sun City, Palm Desert. They plan to enjoy the quiet life but also get involved with several of the clubs available, especially Neighbors 4 Neighbors.

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Welcome Kim and Jack Linder! Kim and Jack recently moved to Palm Desert from Atlanta to live closer to their children. They visited multiple communities before deciding Sun City was the most beautiful and offered the best activities. Kim’s career focused on senior health, while Jack’s work involved magazine publishing and media. Now, they are teamed up to offer services in the desert to help seniors age gracefully. Besides their new business, they plan to pursue other interests. They both do chair yoga, volunteer for Neighbors 4 Neighbors and plan to join Couples Putters. Kim also does Pilates, Trim ‘N’ Tone and volunteered for the Emergency Preparedness Committee. Welcome to Sun City Randy J. Wright! Randy Wright was born in Germany, but his adoptive parents soon moved to Kansas. As a bathroom fixtures designer, Randy has traveled all over the world for business. He read about our community in the “Ten Best Places to Retire” (we are #2!) and decided to come and see for himself and was quickly convinced that this was it! He moved to Sun City in November. Randy has joined several clubs, is a block captain for the LEC and, with his dog Zipper, just wants to enjoy the spoils of retirement. Welcome Barry and Janet Zepel! Both Barry and Janet have roots in California—she from the North and he from the South. Their paths crossed while working in similar industries. Janet’s career was in cable TV marketing, and Barry worked in non-profit media relations. Janet became aware of the beauty of the desert when she worked in Palm Springs in the 1990s. The couple married here sometime later. Now retired, they plan to be “sunbirds” splitting their time between Washington State and Sun City. Barry is a member of Writer’s Circle and the Photography Club. Janet joined Quilters, swims, does water aerobics, and is learning Mah Jongg.

If you are interested in being included in a “Welcome to Sun City,” send your name and contact information to newsandviews@scpdca.com. One of our writers will reach out to you and schedule a brief interview.

SAVE THE DATE! Are You New To Sun City? The News & Views Committee wants to welcome YOU by including your name and a brief bio in our bi-monthly feature called “WELCOME TO SUN CITY” which is designed to introduce you to the community. After the New Resident Orientation on January 20, 2026, please stop by and see one of our News & Views writers outside the Ventana at Mountain View @11:00 a.m. They would love to interview you for an upcoming feature. You may also email newsandviews@scpdca.com with a request to be interviewed and one of our writers will be in contact.

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Community Views · January 2026

News in Brief Your Monthly Update from the District and Board Meetings by Ned Callahan December 2, 2025 • It will become easier to buy tickets for SCPDCA events. The Association is setting up a new electronic reservation

system with Eventbrite. You will be able to bypass the lines for buying tickets by going to the new online platform to purchase. Ticket purchases will also still be available as before. • The CMAC is asking for photos of Sun City activities. Please be certain to have a Photo Release Form on file for

anyone photographed. • Sun City is authorized to provide CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training to anyone who is interested

on January 30, 31, and February 1. Contact EPC for more information. • Residents are concerned about an increased number of rats in the neighborhoods. It was suggested that part of the

problem is the amount of unharvested fruit left on the trees and on the ground. If everyone does their part cleaning up dropped fruit and picking unpicked fruit for neighbors who may have difficulties doing so themselves, this will reduce the rodent population. • Because of delays in getting repairs on our entry gates, the HOA has contracted with a local company, Automation

Pride, to improve response times. They will also begin auditing the existing old wiring that may be part of the ongoing problems with the gates. • The new storage unit is in place and designed to merge visually with the existing structure at the Mountain View Club-

house. New shrubbery will help camouflage the solar batteries behind Lake View Recreation Center. • All existing red curbs and stop lines will be repainted before the paving company leaves the property. • The CVWD is scheduled to begin work installing the new 8” main water lines this month. The total project is expected

to last 500 days and will be broken into four segments of approximately 120 days each. • Questions have arisen regarding the new LEC requirements for air conditioning units that extend above the ‘L’ walls

on the sides of homes. The HOA Board will review the requirements before anything becomes official. • If you are among the residents currently not receiving e-mail notices, there is a new form you can fill out that will

allow you to opt out of those notices that might bring unwanted information. • The wait for approval of multiple inspections has slowed the solar project completions. Currently two of seven projects

are completed. Mountain View and Sunset View Clubhouses should have all inspections completed at this time and we will only be awaiting Permission to Operate from IID. • The Putting Area will close from April to October for conversion to Zoysia Grass. This is a continuation of evaluating

the viability of the grass through all four seasons. We can expect a 20% – 30% decrease in water usage wherever Zoysia is planted. To watch a video of the latest HOA Board Meeting, sign in to the SCPDCA website, click on “Community Association Info,” click on “Board, then click on “Videos.”

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Charlie Thompson…never a dull moment By Delyn Meyers

Initially, the programming was received via landline to the Naval Communications Station, but later expanded to NAS Guam, Naval Station Guam and finally the island. His audience? He anchored two nightly news casts, produced his own nightly jazz show, programmed live local DJ shows, transcribed programming (Johnny Carson, Arthur Godfrey, etc.) and aired live sporting events, (Dodgers, championship boxing, local football games). After leaving the Navy he returned to college at the University of Maryland, getting a BA in Broadcasting and Political Science. “I wanted to go into broadcasting or television, but after a while I decided it wasn’t working so I looked elsewhere” he said. Because of his tenaciousness, diligence and background,

Photo by Bob Meinhard.

Charlie Thompson likes to stay busy. Not only does he have a very full Sun City Palm Desert resumé, but he also has quite a distinguished life resumé. Charlie was born in the Smokey Mountains in Ashville, North Carolina. At 13 his family moved to Long Island, NY, for three years, then to Cleveland. After high school Charlie spent two years of college at the University of Ohio, then in 1964 he enlisted in the US Navy. His job for the navy was as a security analyst for classified radio communications. Starting in 1964, in addition to his regular job, Charlie was also a writer/commentator/announcer for Armed Forces Radio, Guam (pictured below).

his first job was as an investigator for US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in Washington, DC. From 1975 to 1980 he worked as an investigator for the US Department of Treasury. Finally, from 1980–2010, he went back to work in a civilian capacity for the US Navy, Office of Research in Washington, DC, Long Beach Naval Shipyard, Naval Service Warfare Center (Port Hueneme), Naval Base (Ventura County). Charlie’s responsibilities included mediation, counseling, management training, complaint investigations, and resolution programs. In 2002, Charlie and his wife Nena moved to Sun City. “I looked at several places including Austin, Texas, and Hilton Head, but decided on California,” said Charlie. “We spent a week here to see what it was like. We were playing tennis but did not know the courts were reserved. The group that had reserved the courts that day not only let us stay but play with them. I knew that Sun City was the only place for us. After staying here for several days, not only did I find great amenities, but more importantly, I found great people.” Charlie continued working, commuting to Ventura until 2006 when he accepted a promotion to DC, working for four more years and retiring in 2010. From the moment he moved here Charlie has been busy volunteering for numerous clubs and committees. We met while he was working at a New Resident Orientation. His current and past positions include District 2 Delegate (2012– 2015; 2019–Present), Board of Directors (2015–2019), Delegate Council Chair (2019–Present), writer/editor of the monthly District 2 newsletter, Strategic Planning Committee member, Finance Committee Secretary, Election Committee member, Parking Lot Sale manager (having inaugurated it in 2013, he is excited to return to manage it). So…what does Charlie do in his spare time? He reads (mysteries, history and spy novels), and of course…tennis anyone?

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Community Views · January 2026

Frank Phillips: The Story Behind a Screwdriver’s Name by Luigi Leonardi One longtime Sun City resident, Frank Phillips, carries a last name that millions of people around the world recognize as a name attached to a tool most often found in their tool chest. It all started with his grandfather, Henry, who patented back in 1936, but did not invent, the screwdriver that nowadays is widely used in every manufacturing business and household. In the ‘30s, Henry F. Phillips, a travelling salesman, acquired different patents from a Portland inventor and was able to develop additional design details to one of his acquired patents, including the exclusive cruciform head, that made his screwdriver’s new format uniquely distinctive.

Frank Phillips at home in SCPD. Photo by Bob Meinhard.

The original Phillips head screwdriver patent.

Frank Phillips, Henry’s grandson, was born in Portland, Oregon; his parents divorced when he was 3 years old, leaving his mother alone with three children. Frank’s mother soon remarried and he and his siblings have great memories of their childhood and stepfather. Throughout his infancy and early life, Frank was oblivious of his grandfather’s famous screwdriver’s accomplishments and subsequent fortunes. As a young adult, ready to enter a family business, Frank was not asked to be a part of the Phillips’s Licensing Enterprise and after his years at Portland State University, Frank soon started his own businesses. His most important deal was in real estate where he bought a piece of land and turned it into a land development residential plan. Another

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business was selling school lockers. After many years of handling multiple businesses, Frank started a company specializing in selling store fixtures and retail displays. Hard work paid off and he soon expanded it, by buying and merging with other companies which eventually became Grand + Benedicts. Today, with the help of his sons and extended family, his company has become a linchpin for excellence both in product and service. Over the past several years Grand + Benedicts has been the recipient of the “Healthiest Employer in Oregon.” These days Frank and his wife Janet are less involved in the running of the G+B corporation and more dedicated to the Phillips Family Foundation established over 10 years ago as a ranch dedicated to less fortunate people. Set in an opencountry piece of land, the Crosshead Ranch in Silver Lake, Oregon, is operative in the late spring and summer months, when both Frank and Janet travel to spend the summer with their “special” guests. But every year, come November, Janet and Frank return to Sun City where they have a beautiful home overlooking the San Gorgonio Course’s ninth hole, with the Chocolate Mountains as a glorious backdrop. A very sweet puppy, Annie, keeps them company, ringing a bell by the front door whenever she wants to go out. Sun City has proven to be the ideal retirement place. Frank enjoys a good round of putting with the many friends to whom he is just “Frank,” and that’s the way he likes it!

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Did You Know…

So Stinkin’ Cute by Vee Novak

Rocco Running down the walk to their door, Rocco enthusiastically welcomed me. Originally named Bentley, Luigi and Linda Leonardi chose to call their Mi-Ki, Rocco—a strong, oldfashioned Italian name. Developed in the 1980s, Mi-Kis are a blend of Shih Tzu, Papillion, Maltese, Yorkshire Terrier and Japanese Chin. They are small, typically weighing between 4–10 pounds, and highly intelligent with a sweet, calm, affectionate and adaptable temperament. Luigi emphasized that Mi-Kis are pure bred dogs, not hybrid or designer dogs. Purchased from a breeder in Washington State who flew him into the valley, Rocco weighed only two pounds when the Leonardis acquired him. He had creamy hair with brown markings on his ears. At nine years old, Rocco weighs eight pounds and has white hypoallergenic, non-shedding hair. Because Mi-Kis have weak teeth, Rocco’s diet consists of small kernels of dry dog food and chewy patties which the Leonardis cut into smaller pieces. Although his bowl is filled at feeding time, Rocco never eats the whole bowl. Instead, he nibbles throughout the day. He regularly gets two treats per day, one to clean his teeth and one as a reward for just being his adorable self. Rocco has developed a way to remind his “parents” when his treats are due. Among his basket of toys, Rocco’s favorite is a green squeaky rubber duckie. He puts it between his front paws and spends hours squeaking it with both his paws and his tiny mouth. He also enjoys running around the house in circles and hanging out next to Luigi. When Luigi’s phone rings, Rocco alerts him by barking. “I really did not want a dog,” said Luigi, “But now he is my best friend.” Want your pet featured? Please email vn.newsandviews@icloud.com No guarantee of publication is implied.

by Delyn Meyers A lot of “modern” words we use every day have been around for years. Here is a sampling of some words that have been added to the dictionary each year starting with1945 through to the present… 1945–1949: 45-Espresso, 46-Binge drinker, 47-Bikini, 48-Linguine, 49-Jet Set. 1950–1959: 50-Styrofoam, 51-Fast Food, 52-Droid, 53-Frenemy, 54-Cha Cha, 55-Artificial Intelligence, 56-Decaf, 57-Lego, 58-Film Noir, 59-Pantyhose. 1960–1969: 60-Crudites, 61-Black Friday, 62-Miniskirt, 63-Audio-Animatronic, 64-Condo, 65-Jet Lag, 66-Art Deco, 67-RV, 68-Aerobics, 69-Windsurf. 1970–1979: 70-Op-Ed, 71-Bubble Wrap, 72-Beer Pong, 73-Triathlon, 74-Internet, 75-Downsize, 76-Boogie Board, 77-Text message, 78-Bustier, 79-Hardscaping. 1980–1989: 80-Comb Over, 81-Buffalo Wing, 82-Tiramisu, 83-Cell Phone, 84-Power Walk, 85-Ciabatta, 86-Sippy Cup, 87-Cross-Trainer, 88-E-Book, 89-Latte. 1990–1999: 90-McMansion, 91-Carjacking, 92-Headcam, 93-DVD, 94-Supersize, 95-Webcam, 96-Fist Bump, 97-Appletini, 98-Furby, 99-Blog. 2000–2009: 00-Blackberry, 01-iPod, 02-Goji Berry, 03-Flash Mob, 04-Podcast, 05-Truthiness, 06-Glamper, 07-Listicle, 08-Photobomb, 09-Subtweet. 2010–2019: 10-Gamification, 11-Earworm, 12-Hot Take, 13-Bingeable, 14-Manspreading, 15-Hoverboard, 16-Hygge, 17-Sriracha, 18-Cryptocurrency, 19-Dad Jokes. 2020–2025: 20-Maskne, 21-Air fryer, 22-Dumbphone, 23-Rizz, 24-Polarization, 25-Rage Bait. There are some words that I’ll never use in my lifetime (gamification and hygge come to mind). Words for 2026? I think I’ll use the motto of the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics: IT’s Your Vibe…

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Community Views · January 2026

Tech Talk By Barbara Schadlow

Apps, Apps and More Apps! How to Organize Your Phone

iPhone Folders

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Android Folders

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Did you know that more than 5 million apps are available for Android and Apple smartphones? Most people have between 60 and 90 apps installed on their phones. With so many, it’s no wonder it is difficult to find what you need when you need it! Fortunately, both Android and Apple devices offer simple ways to organize your apps for easier access and less frustration. The tips below apply to both types of phones. For step-by-step instructions, check your phone’s support website or search YouTube for short tutorials.

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• Edit. Begin by deleting Apps you no longer use. On an iPhone, press and hold an app icon until a menu appears, then tap Remove App. On an Android phone, press and hold the app, then select Uninstall. This quick cleanup will make your home screen less cluttered. • Resize. While editing your home screen, take a moment to adjust your display to maximize eye comfort. Go to Settings, then Accessibility on both Android and iPhone to change text size, contrast, boldness and app icon size. • Cluster. Arrange apps by clustering them near each other on the same page. Some people put their most frequentlyused apps on the first Home Screen; others place similar types together (games, news, retail, travel, smart home). • Add Folders. Both Android phones and iPhones allow you to create folders for better organization. To make a folder, drag one app on top of another. A folder will appear. You can add more apps and give it a custom name (Finance, Health, Photos, Shopping). You can even label folders with emojis — 🎵💰 🛒. • Add Widgets. These tiles provide quick access to information on your home screen display without opening the full app. They are perfect for checking weather, viewing your day’s calendar, tracking your battery level, or seeing fitness stats at a glance. • Get Creative. Label your folders based on actions they require: Watch, Listen, Play. Or, color code apps based on their dominant icon colors (place red, blue, green apps together on the home screen). • Search Function. If all else fails, you can search for an app on your home screen. On an iPhone, swipe down from the middle of the screen. On Android, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. A search bar will appear, then type the app’s name to see it instantly. Remember: Your phone should work for you — not the other way around. A few minutes of organizing today will make finding what you need easier tomorrow!

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Community Views · January 2026

The Bookshelf by Marsha Reed Nall

Queen Esther By John Irving

What’s Cooking? by Luigi Leonardi To celebrate 2026, I made a dish that looks like Italian meatballs, but with ricotta cheese instead of ground meat, that can be served as an appetizer or main course. Vegetarians will thank me!

Polpette di Ricotta al Sugo (Ricotta Balls With Tomato Sauce) Serves 4

Ingredients 1 lb. Ricotta 2 Eggs 2 oz. Parmigiano, grated Small bunch Parsley, fresh, finely julienned 2 oz. Breadcrumbs 2 tbs EVOO 1 Onion, finely chopped 3 cups Tomato Puree Salt Basil leaves Directions Drain ricotta for 1 hour. Place in a bowl, add the eggs, parmigiano and parsley. Mix well; then add breadcrumbs to make a firm blend. With a spoon, scoop into 1½ oz balls and set aside. Pour EVOO in a large pan; add onion and cook gently until glistening. Add tomato puree and salt to taste. Cover and cook over low flame for 5+ minutes. Add the ricotta balls and cook for 15 minutes, gently turn them twice. Sprinkle with basil leaves. Your ricotta balls are ready. Make sure to have fresh bread to sop up the tomato sauce. Delicious!

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Irving returns to St. Cloud’s, Maine, to the orphanage made famous in Cider House Rules. Dr. Wilbur Larch, the main character of Cider House is rarely “on the page” in Queen Esther. He is “a behind the page motivator.” Queen Esther spans much of the twentieth century as it follows Esther Nacht, born in Vienna in 1905, and ending in Jerusalem in 1981 when Esther is 76. Esther’s father dies while emigrating to the United States. Her mother is murdered by antisemites in Portland, Maine, when Esther is three. Irving says, “I wanted a trajectory for an empathetic Zionist, one of those early European Jews who left Europe when they should have, just before they wouldn’t be able to, and who were instrumental in founding the state of Israel…I wanted Esther to be a child, who by the age of three, her life had already been shaped by antisemitism.” And Irving knew “just the orphanage for her.” Irving says, “I set out to write a pro-Jewish, pro-Israel novel as an ally from the point of view of someone who isn’t Jewish.” At fifteen, Esther accepts a position as a nanny with the Winslows from Pennacook, N.H. Tommy (English teacher) and Connie (librarian) Winslow have four daughters: Prudence, Hope, Faith, and Honor. Esther is the nanny for Honor. Esther is treated like another daughter, just as the Winslows’ other three nannies were treated as family. Later, Honor and Esther create “The Two-Moms Idea.” Honor isn’t interested in men or childbirth, but she wants to be a mother. Esther agrees to have a baby for Honor. Esther selects Moshe Kleinberg, a wrestler, to be the father. Esther and Moshe’s child is James, who grows up a Winslow, attending the University of New Hampshire, with a year abroad in Vienna. While James is in Vienna, Honor is working on his “dependency deferment” to keep him out of Vietnam. Again, Irving is finding a way to create family. Like Dr. Larch, for pages and pages, Esther is absent, but making things happen. Irving’s themes and preoccupations are alternative families, “orphans, adoption, circumcision, abortion, wrestling, sex, Charles Dickens, Vienna, Vietnam, the writer’s life, friendship as a form of love.” And, of course, Irving's Esther is named after the biblical Queen Esther who risks her life to save her people.

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Pass the Popcorn

“It is not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” – THOREAU

by Ronnie Marshall

The Running Man Starring Glen Powell, with Josh Brolin Way back in 1987, Arnold Schwartzenegger starred in the first version of this Stephen King story. British director Edgar Wright, best known for the witty zombie spoof Shaun of the Dead, has reimagined the King novel for the prickly times we’re now living in. And he’s wisely put current hot Hollywood star Glen Powell in the lead. Sometime in the not-so-distant future, America has become a dismal, dystopian nightmare, with society divided into just two classes: the Haves and the Have-Nots. Ben Richards (Glen), his wife Sheila (Jayme Lawson) and their seriously ill infant daughter, are among the multitudes living in Have-Not Hell. No money, no job, no help. The Haves live in nice cities, with nice homes and no financial worries. The entire population is addicted to television games that pit the poor and disadvantaged against great odds in the hopes of attaining wealth, or at least freedom from want. The most popular game is “The Running Man,” where contestants must stay on the move for thirty days to avoid being killed by the “Team of Six,” skilled hunters and killers. The public participates in the game, either by snitching on or defending the runners. Ben, desperate for money to save his child, reluctantly agrees to participate in the game. The network organizer and creator of the game, Dan Killian (Brolin) is a reptilian, soulless, two-faced liar and vicious manipulator. He sweet talks Ben into believing that Ben can beat the odds and win the game. To Sheila’s dismay, Ben agrees to become a “Running Man.” What follows is a non-stop thrills-and-chills ride as Ben tries to outwit, outplay and outlast multiple attempts to bring him down. He’s become something of a hero to the downtrodden masses, some of whom help him to escape a few tight, close to life-ending situations. One helper passes on to Ben a load of data he has collected about the game, its pitfalls and the dark secrets behind the facade of bloodthirsty fun that the audience craves. A highlight of the game is the over-the-top emcee, gleefully played by Colman Domingo, who whips his live audience into frenzies of bloodlust. There are many more surprises and betrayals before the game, and the movie, ends and Glen becomes a true hero and ray of hope for all.

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2025 Cover Photo of the Year Vote for your favorite cover photo! Please fill out the information below and bring your vote to the Events Department at the Mountain View Clubhouse no later than January 31.

1. January / Ron Armour

2. February / Mark Graber

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2027 Cover Shots The News & Views invites all photographers in SCPD to submit photos for the News & Views 2027 cover photo selection. You are encouraged to show off the beauty of the SCPD community with flora, fauna, vistas and active lifestyle shots.

7. July / Nancy Gettelman

8. August / Laurie Brown Craig

Photos with individuals should present them in such a manner as that they are ‘anonymous,’ i.e. not recognizable, so that the photos remain essentially beauty shots of SCPD. Photos MUST be taken within SCPD. Files MUST be at least 8.75" w x 11.25" h at 300 ppi (2625 x 3375 pixels) to be considered.

Interested? Email your photo(s) no later than October 1, 2026 to newsandviews@scpdca.com. 11. November / Loann Allen

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Art Oils, Acrylics, Drawing, Mixed Media & Watercolor · www.art.scpdcaclubs.com Cindy Green · 425-765-9509 by Kris Knutzen Happy New Year! May this year be full of adventure and artistic growth. Now is the perfect time to make a New Year’s Resolution…create more art! The Art Club can help you do that! • Watercolor (Beginning): Monday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Independent Mixed Media: Monday 1 – 4 p.m. • Oil Painting (All Levels): Tuesday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Acrylic Painting (All Levels): Wednesday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Mixed Media: Wednesday 1 – 4 p.m. • Drawing (Basic): Thursday 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Watercolor (Intermediate/Advanced): Thursday 1 – 4 p.m. • Drawing (Intermediate/Advanced): Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. • Art Appreciation: Sunday 1 – 2:30 p.m. Our Holiday Potluck was fun and festive last month. We hope you were able to attend during the busy month of December. The Arts and Crafts Holiday Sale was a great success. Congratulations to the People’s Choice winners. First Place: Josie Urrea, Kids on the Pier. Second Place: Judi Peterson, Kitty Face. Third Place: Bob Hannah, Coronado Marina. Thank you to all our volunteers. This month’s hanging wine and cheese social will take place January 3, 5 – 6:30 p.m. in the Art Studio. If you plan to attend, please bring an appetizer to share. We supply the wine, and friends are welcome.

Astronomy Star Gazing · www.astronomy.scpdcaclubs.com Reg Modlin · r.modlin@icloud.com by Stu Sitzman Planets: • Mercury: Not visible. • Venus: Not visible, becomes an evening object late January. • Jupiter: Very bright, visible all night, all month. With binoculars see Jupiter’s four largest moons. • Saturn: Average viewing; West, dusk, all month. • Mars: Not visible. International Space Station: January 10 bright pass for six minutes, 9:55 p.m. in SW, ending in NE.

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Constellation of the month: Auriga, The Charioteer, above Jupiter in east. Contains Capella, the sixth brightest star. One of the six bright stars in the Winter Hexagon. Auriga contains many open star clusters. Winter Hexagon: Pattern from six constellations: Rigel, Aldebaran, Capella, Pollux (and Castor), Procyon, Sirius. Prominent from December through March. Full description: https://rb.gy/t3zo6t. Supermoon – January 3: First of three supermoons in 2006: January 3, November 24, December 24. Supermoon is a full moon when Moon is closest to Earth; the perigee. Quadrantid Meteor Shower: Peaks January 3–4, brief but intense burst of meteors. Supermoon will cause viewing problems. Up to 40 meteors per hour at its peak, dust produced by an extinct comet. Shower runs annually from January 1–5. It peaks this year on the night of Jan. 3 and morning of Jan. 4. Radiate from the constellation Bootes.

Billiards Social & Tournament Billiards · www.billiards.scpdcaclubs.com Richard Bettinson · 760-200-2696 by Don Campbell, VP TIP OF THE MONTH from Snoopy: Learn from yesterday; Live for today; Look to tomorrow; Rest this afternoon. Partners 8-Ball Tournaments (check in by 11:30): • Nov. 6: 1st Mike Levee/Chuck Rinkey; 2nd (tie) Bernie Froio/ Sandy Schachter & Farrell Foumberg/Kathleen Wiedmann • Nov. 13: 1st Danny Haller/Dan Dunlap; 2nd Jim Heilskov/David Harshman; 3rd Jennifer Jadovitz/Larry Tackett • Nov. 20: 1st Kathleen Wiedmann/Don Campbell; 2nd Dan Silvers/ Chuck Rinkey; 3rd Sandy Schachter/Roger Carsrud Singles 8-Ball Tournaments (check in by 11:30): • Nov. 11: 1st Malcolm Gochioco; 2nd Farrell Foumberg; 3rd Ralph Lao • Nov. 25: 1st Brett Halford; 2nd Don Campbell; 3rd Mike Emhoff Singles 9-Ball Tournament (check in by 11:30) • Nov. 18: 1st Chuck Rinkey; 2nd Farrell Foumberg; 3rd Matt Borzello High Stakes 8-Ball Round Robin Tournaments: • Nov. 10 “A”: 1st Chuck Rinkey; 2nd Don Campbell; 3rd Malcolm Gochioco; 4th Rene Dones • Nov. 19 “B”: 1st Jim Heilskog; 2nd Clint Holland; 3rd Gene Schultz Sun City Shadow Hills 8-Ball Challenge Match: • Nov. 21: We won!

Bocce Social & Tournament Bocce · www.bocce.scpdcaclubs.com Pat Powers · 509-220-2702 by Marla Fee We are now playing our mid-day schedule which will continue until the end of May. Bocce courts are reserved for members Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Sign up between 12:30 – 12:50 p.m., with play starting 1 p.m. New and returning members may join by dropping a completed membership form and $15 check in Box 11 at Mountain View Clubhouse. Dues received after October 1 will be good until December 31 of the next calendar year. SAVE THE DATE: Our Winter Party/Annual Meeting will be Saturday, January 24. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with dinner served 5:30 p.m. at Sunset View Clubhouse. Reservations required. We

promise fun, food and friends! Due to popular demand, seven tournaments will be played this season (October – April) on the third Wednesday of each month. Sign up starts at the courts the week prior to each tournament. Bocce ball courts are also available year-round for any resident who wishes to play using their own set of bocce balls. There are misters to cool things down and lights for evening play.

Boomers & Friends 50s & 60s Revisited · www.boomers.scpdclubs.com Sherry Wright · 760-600-6129 by Vicky Harrison Happy New Year to all our Boomers and Friends and our best wishes for a happy and healthy 2026! Our December event “Home for the Holidays” was another big success. Featuring a buffet of turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes, guests were encouraged to wear anything that made them feel warm and cozy, in the spirit of the holiday season. Attendees danced the night away to the music of California DJ, and the evening was enjoyed by all. Our January event’s theme is “Mid-Century Modern,” an evening where mid-century elegance meets Palm Springs glamour. Think…the Mad Men TV show comes to Palm Springs It is certain to be another can’t miss event! If you have not yet done so, be sure to renew your membership or join anew the Boomers and Friends family. Membership flyers are available in all three clubhouses.

BZBs Knitting, Crocheting, Needlecrafts · www.bzb.scpdcaclubs.com Judith Segall · judiesq@sbcglobal.net by Cathy Clemens The new year is here, and we are busy knitting and crocheting. We are back in the newly remodeled Idyllwild room and now have access to our supplies and materials to make hats and scarves for the Marines and the Lucy Curci Cancer Center. Join us on Tuesday mornings to support our community and enjoy the company of our fun, friendly, and helpful group members.

Canadian Club & Friends www.canadianclub.scpdcaclubs.com Barry Brett · barrybrett5687@gmail.com by Barry Brett, President The Canadian Club exists to enable Canadians and Friends spending time in Sun City Palm Desert to meet socially and interact with fellow Canadians and friends. Membership is open to all Sun City residents. With the new year here, we are expecting many more of our snowbird friends to return to the desert for the balance of the season. We had our Grey Cup Party on November 16, our Trivia night on November 23, and our Canadian Winter Wonderland dinner and dance party on December 2. All these events were very well attended. Memberships, and especially new memberships, have been up significantly. This growth has been a pleasant surprise. In the new year we plan on hosting a Whist night (Jan. 17), Bocce Blast (Feb. 7), an evening at the El Paseo Concert Series (Feb. 21), Golf Tournament (March 5), a Games night (March 9), and a Putting Contest (March 21), as well as some other planned special events. The Canadian Club calendar of events for 2025/2026 is on our website. When finalized, we also post flyers for event registration, and membership forms on the website.

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Cards · www.canasta.scpdcaclubs.com Terri Tabarcea · 760-343-6839 by Eleanore Hahn, Secretary Let’s kick off this new year with joy, laughter and good company while playing Canasta. The Canasta Club meets every Tuesday in the Arrowhead+ rooms at the Lake View Recreation Center from 12 – 4 p.m. Continue to sign up in advance, and call Michele at 310-991-4867 if you must cancel. We had Annual Elections in November, and the new Executive Board of the Canasta Club includes the following: Terri Tabarcea, President; Michele Landa, VP; Eleanore Hahn, Secretary; Gudrun Bauer-Farr, Treasurer; Louise Green, Membership; Cheryl Goldberg, Member-at-Large (Event Planning); and Maralyn Howard, Member-at-Large (Event Planning). The Association’s Expo in November attracted many interested people to the Canasta Club. We want to make 2026 one of the most successful years for you. New members are welcome any time. For the most current information on joining the club, please contact Terri at 760-343-6839. Happy New Year!

Open Ceramics · www.ceramics.scpdcaclubs.com Jo Morisoli · 408-472-2195 by Mark Borovitz WOW, what an amazing Holiday Party we had! It was fun, the food was terrific and the camaraderie of our Ceramic Club members was something to behold! Our studio continues to hum with people “making fun with mud” and we are so grateful for our numerous committees and their chairs. This month, the Board, consisting of President Jo Morisoli, VP DeeDee Callahan, Treasurer Ned Callahan, and yours truly, Secretary Mark Borovitz would like to give a big SHOUT OUT to our Kiln Committee. These volunteers do such a wonderful service, care for each person’s projects as if they were their own and are constantly learning and working together to make our studio better. Thank you, Kiln Committee, for your tireless efforts to make Ceramics Club so wonderful. We’re going to be hosting a wide array of classes…Sgrafitto and Mishima, wheel throwing, cell phone holders, clay basics and orientation! Please see the schedule and sign up!

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Car Car Shows, Touring, Sharing Love of Cars www.car.scpdcaclubs.com Tim Walker · tm.walker@comcast.net by Tim Walker The Car Club had it’s Holiday Season Community CAR SHOW, Saturday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Mountain View Clubhouse parking lot. Vehicles ranged from a 1923 Ford T-Bucket to a 1954 Willy’s Jeep, to a 2014 Corvette, and so much in between. Music, snacks and drinks. Honorary M.C. and Judge was Patrick Evans, TV Channel 3, Chief Meteorologist and host of Eye on the Desert. The show was well attended and fun by all! The next Car Show will be March. Come join the club for even more fun!

Card & Game Card & Board Game Enthusiasts www.cardandgame.scpdcaclubs.com Sherry Hunt · 808-222-1123 by Jill Burt Welcome potential new members! Bring your favorite game and a couple of friends to join our card club. You’ll meet other game enthusiast and perhaps build a list of substitutes to cover for your regular players when they’re away. Our club has the Oasis and Canyon rooms every Tuesday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Sunset View Clubhouse. Each card and board game is self-managing. They arrive at different times. If you are new to the area and looking to meet people, call ahead or ask for a Board member to arrange for you to watch, learn or sit in on a game. Currently there are games of Euchre, Cribbage, Hand & Foot, Hearts, Pinochle and Scrabble that play every week. We also have a club member interested in teaching the board game ‘Catan.’ Let me know if you would like to learn.

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Social & Competitive Cornhole www.cornbaggers.scpdcaclubs.com Walter Danalevich · cornbagger2025@gmail.com by Marty Maloney January is a great month to make new friends at the Cornbaggers Club. If you are looking for a fun and social way to enjoy yourself join us every Tuesday, 6 – 8 p.m., and Thursday, 3 – 5 p.m., at the Bocce courts. If you have any interest in learning about Cornbaggers, join us for a session and have all your questions answered. It’s easy to learn therefore making it perfect game for everyone.

Couples Putters Social & Competitive Putting www.couplesputters.scpdcaclubs.com Steven Klein · 760-200-8792 by Steven Klein Happy New Year 2026! We putt five Saturdays in January: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. A little putting makeup from our November Saturdays that were cancelled. Our premier event of the season is our Dinner Dance on January 17. Last year it was well attended and was a blast with delicious food and a DJ. Hoping for a great turnout in 2026. A few little-known special days in January: January 4 is National Spaghetti Day, and January 15 is National Bagel Day. On a more serious side, on January 3, 1959, Alaska became the 49th state. On January 24, 1848, gold was discovered in California. There were other historical facts, but these were most relevant. It’s a New Year and let’s hope it’s a good one. We will have both sessions going until one or two weeks before the end of season. We will be paying out the first two Saturdays of each month. Hopefully we will have good attendance for play and picking up your winnings. Keep on putting!

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Creative Arts Paper & Decorative Arts · www.creativearts.scpdcaclubs.com Karen Keinert · 760-601-7988 by Cathy Clemens Make a New Year’s resolution and consider exploring your creative talents. We meet in the Sewing Room on Tuesday afternoons. Not only do we have monthly demonstrations from our members, but we have equipment and supplies for your use. We enjoy helping members make professional cards by sharing ideas. Our dues are $10 a year which makes this an affordable club.

Cyclists Bicycling · www.cyclists.scpdcaclubs.com Jim Robinette 703-229-9168 by Chantelle Ethier, Vice President Next meeting – January 14 at 3 p.m. at the Lake View Recreation Center. HAPPY NEW YEAR! The Cycling Club executive would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone that was able to donate to Baskets of Love. We truly make a difference in the lives of the children in our community. December 18 was the Christmas light night ride and holiday dinner at Marios. A festive time was had by all. The Tour De Palm Springs will be held this year on February 7. There are many different ride lengths available. If you are interested in registering, please go to tourdepalmsprings.com for more information. Wishing you all a safe, happy and healthy 2026. Let’s get out there and have some great rides. Tip of the Month: When riding in a group, always be aware of the people around you. Point out or warn others about hazards and obstacles in and on the road.

Duplicate Bridge Cards · www.bridge.scpdcaclubs.com Fred Flegal · 269-649-1539 by Judy McMakin Welcome back snowbirds David and Marlyne Weiner, Bob Starr, Mark Graber, Jim Groves, Rick Fluke and Rick Gannon! Glad to see you. The big winners last month were Joyce Gannon and Carol Ann Ackerman with a 72% game. Close behind were John Nugent Patten and Cindy Selberg with a71.63% game. Impressive! Other first placers were Rick Flucke and Rick Gannon, Karen Raseberry and Sandy Hall, Steve and Diane Boger and Susanne Schow and Judy McMakin. Close behind placing in second were Joyce Gannon and Angela Fiori, Karen Raseberry and Sandy Hall (2), Bernice Leve and Richard Rowan, Joyce Gannon and Diane Boger and Pat Gershick and Diane Aledort. A Happy New Year to all and wishing you a slamming 2026! Need a partner? Call Barbara Perschetz 760-360-5950.

the critically important topic of Scams, Fraud and Identity Theft affecting seniors today. We are honored to welcome a very special guest speaker, Maricela Segura, Regional Director of the Federal Trade Commission’s Los Angeles Western Region Office. With seventeen years at the FTC, Ms. Segura brings a wealth of expertise in all areas of consumer fraud. This meeting is open to all Sun City residents. On Wednesday, January 28 at 2 p.m. in Tahoe Room (Lake View Recreation Center), our Financial Club will hold our first workshop of the season focused on Estate Planning and Trusts. Experts from Denebeim Law Firm in Palm Desert will be covering Estate Plan components, central trust benefits, filing requirements and the importance of keeping plans up to date. Financial Club membership is required for workshop attendance; please RSVP to Brad Bachtelle at bbachtelle@bachtelle.com. The Financial Club offers educational programs and resources on financial topics that are most relevant to our community. If there is a subject you would like us to cover, we’d love to hear your suggestions!

Food & Wine Connoisseurs Premium Wine Education · www.fwcc.scpdcaclubs.com Lou Ann Liebermann · 952-210-6751 by Rosemary Rawleigh Club members enjoyed a delightful evening at our December dinner in Ventana. The holiday menu paired perfectly with the Napa Valley wines which were chosen for the event. Our dinners are limited to eighty participants. This allows for gracious dining in a charming setting. Our annual toy drive was a huge success as members generously donated numerous holiday gifts. The next event for our club will be held on February 5. If you enjoy sampling great wines paired with delicious food courses, consider joining Food and Wine Connoisseurs Club.

Forum Discussion Group · www.forum.scpdcaclubs.com Brett Thompson · 310-766-5505 by Brett Thompson For the enjoyment of all newshounds, please join the Forum Club on Wednesday, January 14; 6:30 p.m. check-in at the Oasis room in Sunset View Clubhouse. Julie Makinen of the Coachella Valley

Financial Financial Education · www.financial.scpdcaclubs.com Brad Bachtelle · 714-227-7953 by Brad Bachtelle, President On Wednesday, January 14 at 1:30 p.m. in Speakers Hall (Sunset View Clubhouse), the Financial Club will host a presentation on

Car Club’s Car Show on December 6. Fun was had by all!

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Journalism Foundation will present: Journalism in The Coachella Valley, Past, Present and Uncertain Future. Julie Makinen is the past executive editor of the Desert Sun, Beijing Bureau Chief for the LA Times and deputy business editor for the New York Times in Hong Kong. She will speak of the surprisingly rich and delightfully eccentric media history in our valley and how the landscape is evolving in the digital world. It’s a media ecosystem in transition and transformation: part contraction, part reinvention. It’s a thoughtful, lively exploration for anyone invested in understanding the valley’s past and its uncertain media future. Our meeting will start promptly at 7 p.m. New members are welcome and may join at the door. Questions: call Brett Thompson at 310-766-5505.

Fun City Bowlers Mixed Bowling · www.funcitybowlers.scpdcaclubs.com June Klabacha · 714-488-5686 by Evy Long Happy New Year 2026. Welcome back! We’ve enjoyed a few weeks off to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. Now is the time to dust off your bowling balls and get back into doing what we love to do on Mondays. Bowl! If you are searching for a fun and rewarding club to join in the New Year, please check out Fun City Bowlers. It’s a great way to meet new friends, join old friends and enjoy friendly competition. If you are interested in a sub position or getting onto our wait list for a permanent team, please contact June Klabacha at 714-4885686. We are an unsanctioned handicapped league with all levels of bowlers welcome. Bowling starts at 1:15 p.m. on Mondays at Fantasy Springs Bowling Alley. The only prerequisite is that you are a resident of Sun City Palm Desert. As we celebrate this year, so many of us will realize that gifts are not as important as the joy of family and friends. We hope you take the time to enjoy each moment of the new year.

Glass Arts Club members (pictured above) and the Quilters Club made over 100 ornaments and placemats for the residents of Altadena who lost their homes in the Eaton Fire.

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Genealogy Tracing Your Family History · www.genealogy.scpdcaclubs.com Sherry Stockton · 909-815-4412 by Bob Meinhard The SCPD Genealogy Club is a resource to help you research your family tree. We suggest setting up a free account at familysearch. org, and joining us at our next meeting, either in-person or via Zoom. Our annual club dues are $25 ($35 for a couple) for 2025– 2026. For more details, please pick up a club brochure at one of the kiosks located in each clubhouse. We will meet on January 5 at 9:30 a.m. in person (Idyllwild Room, Mountain View Clubhouse—subject to change) and on Zoom. Our speaker will be Cheri Hudson Passey, who will present the topic “Reeling ‘Em in with Cousin Bait—10 Ways to Connect with Family.” We will also hold an in-person workshop/open forum on January 12, in the Technology Center. Please plan to come by with questions or fun stories! On January 26, our past president, Gary Fredericksen, will be hosting “Tech with Gary.” He will be answering member questions and offering tips on various genealogy research tools and challenges. If you are not Zoom savvy, no problem—please reach out to Sherry Stockton (info above) or Bob Meinhard (bmeinhard@outlook.com) for assistance.

Glass Arts Creating All Sized Items · www.glassarts.scpdcaclubs.com JoAnn Effron · 619-642-9595 by Carol Bishop December was such a busy month! The studio was humming as experienced and new members alike produced unique holiday and hostess gifts for friends and family. Although the holidays have come to an end, high season in the studio hasn’t. Fun project-specific classes enhancing our learning and demos sharing techniques and tips are being offered. Check JoAnn’s newsletter and the calendar and flyers posted on the kiln door for details. Reminder for continuing members: it’s time to renew your

Hiking Club members on Chaparrosa Spring Trail in Pioneertown Preserve (l to r): Rachel Negris, Kevin Rivette, Roger Nachman, Rick Macias, Judy Dorr, Jackie Ryback, Tracey Peterson, Louise Green, Gary Hawkinson. Photo by Beverly Hackett.

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membership. Please come into the studio during store hours to pay the fees, and read and sign our Club Operating Rules. If you are not renewing and have a locker, please clean it out as soon as possible and return your key during store hours to receive your key deposit; we have a waiting list for lockers. For those interested in entering glass pieces in the upcoming Riverside County Fair, registration must be submitted by Monday, January 19. You can enter up to three pieces. Glass Arts Studio, MV, 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. Work area, classes, and materials store open to members.

Hiking Exploring Nature on Foot · www.hiking.scpdcaclubs.com Kevin Rivette · 650-799-4446 by Kevin Rivette, President Hello, hikers. The new year is here. So, let’s go for a hike. To bring everyone up to date, the “tune-up” hikes we had in October and November were a lot of fun with local hikes that progressed from easy to moderate. Thanks Don. Our off-site in Utah and the Valley-of-Fire Nevada provided hiking and views that were unparalleled. Thanks to everyone who made this possible including Sue Anderson, Jim and Linda Biewer and Lynne and Ed Hopkins. What a fabulous trip. Temecula in March? Stay tuned and check our website for updates. Speaking of the website, look for a new and improved version soon – many, many thanks to Robert Heckert and Rick Hake! The annual general meeting proved exciting with Jack Thompson from the Whitewater Preserve and Wildlands Conservancy giving us a glimpse of all the hard work and effort that goes into to protecting our public lands and Sue Anderson’s presentation about our first international trip to Germany. Further, we must thank Warner Paige, Bev Hackett and all the people who made the Holiday Party such a success. So, check out the upcoming hikes on our website this month and I’ll see you on the trail.

Home & Garden Desert Gardening · www.homeandgarden.scpdcaclubs.com Terry Johnson · terryanne67@gmail.com by Terry Anne Johnson, President The Home and Garden Club is an excellent way to learn about the plants that survive and thrive in our desert. Particularly helpful if you come from a non-desert area. We have monthly speakers that cover a variety of gardening questions, as well as trips to other gardens and several workshops. We meet the second Tuesday of each month in the Oasis Room, at Sunset View Clubhouse from 8:45 – 9:15 a.m. for refreshments and social, with a meeting until 10 a.m., and adjourn to Speakers Hall for our program to 11 a.m. December speaker, Anne Rowe, the Sunnylands Director of Heritage, talked about the history and the beautiful art works throughout Sunnylands. This is a garden you don’t want to miss. Our guest speaker in January is a horticulturist from The Living Desert. Lin Conrad will introduce us to the plants in their collection native to the different deserts of the world. She will give insight about how we can successfully grow them in our own gardens and how they can be beneficial in attracting native pollinators and a variety of creatures. “To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the soul.” ~ ALFRED AUSTIN

Homecrafters Club for Home Crafters · www.homecrafters.scpdcaclubs.com Anne Winchester · 760-668-8341 by Carol Corso, Secretary Monica Moore, a skilled fabric artist in our club, specializes in crocheting and sewing. She skillfully handcrafts an array of attractive and practical useful items like animals, dolls, blankets, Afghans, and hats in various colors. About her work, she states, “I don’t use patterns. Instead, my creativity is ignited when I see a color or material, as the medium dictates the direction of the work.” A member of the Homecrafters Club for two years, Monica is actively involved in club events. She enjoys selling her work at Sun City Palm Desert’s bi-annual holiday sales, although she states, “predicting customer preferences can be challenging.” Monica uses her projects as a way to relax, have fun, make gifts to give away, and occasionally sells her pieces to fund new projects. She also “enjoys sewing clothes and making Halloween costumes for my four grandchildren!” Originally from Mexico, she moved with her family to Borrego Springs, California when she was a five-year-old child, built a career as a School District Administrator, raised her three children, and retired with her husband to Palm Desert three years ago. When asked how she likes it in SCPD she replied she and her husband LOVE it!

Italian Heritage Italian Heritage · www.italianheritage.scpdcaclubs.com Bernie Froio · 760-772-3204 by Susan Goldberg (aka Susanna Maria Goldbergetti) We are very excited to be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Italian Heritage Club on Tuesday, January 20, in the Sierra Ballroom. In addition to DJ Michael Capitanelli, we will have special entertainment by Maximo Marcuso, so don’t leave early! The menu will include Caesar salad, chicken parmesan, and Tiramisu. Look for flyers in your email and the kiosks. Our next board meeting will be Tuesday, January 13, in the Mountain View Clubhouse. And we are looking ahead to a “Rat Pack” concert on February 17, featuring Frank DiSalvo, Michael D’Angelo and Maximo Marcuso, with guest Tony Pomponio. You don’t have to be Italian to join the Italian Heritage Club!

Homecrafters Club member, Monica Moore, with some of her work.

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Jewelry Creating Jewelry & Components · www.jewelry.scpdcaclubs.com Christina Greenway · 760-774-1620 by Audrey Bierman Start your new year by joining the jewelry club. We welcome everyone with an interest of exploring the art of jewelry making. Bring in old pieces to restore or design new. No experience is necessary. Hope to see you on Monday.

Lady Niners 9-Hole Golf · www.lady9golfclub.net Helen Reardon 760-574-8588 by Susan Glenn Happy New Years 2026! (Reminder: no play January 1.) Sign up for golf on Lady Niners’ website, which becomes available Thursdays after 12 p.m. until Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Pairings are posted on Wednesday. Last month, Lady Niners enjoyed the annual holiday party organized by the Board. Members gathered to celebrate the holidays by singing along and performing karaoke type music. The members all contributed to the gathering of non-perishable items and donated them to Meals on Wheels for the Joslyn Center. January 15 will be the Guys (Men’s Niners) and Dollz (Lady Niners) Tournament with a luncheon hosted by the Lady Niners. January 22 will be our first week of 4-week play for the President’s Cup Tournament. Awards and luncheon will be held on February 19. Do not forget to sign up! Last bit of things to come is the Invitational hosted by Sun City Shadow Hills, Classy Niners. All information is on our website: lady9golfclub.net.

Lady Putters Social & Competitive Putting · www.ladyputters.scpdcaclubs.com Charlotte Brady · 760-346-1531 by Annette N Reed Putting: Wednesday, 9 a.m. Mountain View Putting Green Board Meeting: First Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Santa Jacinto Room Another New Year is here, and we are all trying hard to keep our New Year resolutions. A great way is to get more exercise and make new friends is to join Lady Putters. It is nice to see so many new members. We ended the year with our Holiday Luncheon on December 10. Mrs. Santa Claus made a special visit. There were Holiday Trivia games while delightful music was serenading us. In addition to regular play on January 7 and 14, we will have Mystery Hole Day on January 21. For every hole-in-one you will receive $5. Mark your calendars: February 18 will be our Member-Member-Guest tournament. This event is always so much fun. More information to follow. The Lady Putters Board wishes you all a HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR. Don’t forget to check our website for information, updates and photos.

Let’s Compute Technology Technology Education · www.letscompute.scpdcaclubs.com Kathryn Querry · 707-803-6119

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by Kathryn Querry, President Mon., Jan. 19, 2 p.m. – Board Meeting in MV Technology Center Tue., Jan. 27, 1:30 p.m. – General Meeting in SV Speakers Hall. ALL SCPD RESIDENTS ARE INVITED! Meet our instructors. Learn about our educational classes and Tech Tutor Events that offer one-on-one tech help. Real Instructors! Real AI! (“Real AI” is not a thing.) You will enjoy the Real Instructors talking about their classes and the fun AI generated portion of this informative presentation. Our Mission: “Let’s Compute Technology Club fosters digital literacy and life-long learning.” Volunteers are needed for all areas from technical to beginner. Get involved to learn, help, and keep your mind active. Member dues are $25 per year (July through June). The application form is available in the Technology Center, on our website, and in kiosks/carousels in all clubhouses. There is a secure lockbox outside our hallway door, or in the Technology Center when it’s open. Otherwise, print and snail-mail the form with your U.S. check (no cash via mail, please) to Let’s Compute, 38180 Del Webb Blvd., PMB #166, Palm Desert, CA 92211.

Line Dance Instruction & Social Dancing · www.linedance.scpdcaclubs.com Claudia Norwood · SCPDlinedanceclub@gmail.com by Claudia Scott Our December 4 party was a huge success. We were able to meet all our new members and dance the dances we had been practicing. We have classes from beginner to advanced and we encourage all to come join us. The first three classes are free, and membership dues are only $25 for the entire year. Membership forms are available online or at the Pavilion Studio. Hitting the dance floor isn’t just fun—you might whirl your way to better balance and a better mind.

Love To Dance Social Dancing · www.love2dance.scpdcaclubs.com Donna Genett · 760-636-0425 by Donna Genett, President Cheers to a happy 2026 filled with dancing! Get happy feet by joining us for great lessons and fabulous dances throughout the new year. A New Year’s resolution to begin or improve dancing will strengthen and energize your body, mind and spirit. Every Wednesday Teresa Shiry, our dance professional, teaches a BEGINNER LESSON at 2 p.m. and an INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED LESSON at 3 p.m. in the Pavilion Studio. Different dance styles are taught each month. $10 pp. No partner needed. Take your dancing to a higher level with our DANCE PRACTICE at 1:15 p.m. Thursdays in the Pavilion Studio. Instructors will be on hand to help, host and make sure you’re ready for the next dance! Our first dance of the year will be a Tea Dance on Sunday, January 4 from 2–4:30 p.m. Come alone or bring a partner to all classes and dances. Our hosts will make sure everyone gets out on the dance floor. $15 admission. No need to pre-register, just show up. We look forward to seeing you kick up your heels! For more information about our club, visit our website.

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American and Asian Mah-Jongg · www.mahjongg.scpdcaclubs.com Ina Gibbons · 760-200-9190 by Nancy Benson Hello Mah-Jongg friends. We hope all of you had a wonderful holiday season. Again, we are all so happy to be back in our beautiful and renovated Sunset View Clubhouse, and we have been welcoming new members. We hope to see more new people join our fun club, as we had much interest during our Expo. For those of you who are new to Mah-Jongg, lessons are available if you would like to learn. Please contact Iona Allen at ona4zach@gmail.com or text Carrie Hayward at 562-438-6557. They also do refresher classes. We would like to remind all members to remember to bring a table covering when playing Mah-Jongg. Also, our Board meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at Sunset View Clubhouse. We are continuing the “special hands” each week, as our members seem to be enjoying an added bonus to our game. We wish you all happy play and hope to see you at the MahJongg table!

Social & Competitive Putting www.menzputterz.scpdcaclubs.com Paul Pendolino · 442-599-1428 by Paul Pendolino, President It is hard to believe the holidays are over and we are in the new year. January is an exciting time for Menz Putterz. We have our full group, and the competition is heating up. The best putters are preparing for the February club championship tournament. The champion is the one who gets the best total score over the four weeks in February. He will then be presented with the green jacket (vest) and proudly wears that over the next year. We expect one day to have some past PGA Masters runner ups that want to come compete to win our green jacket. If you are interested in joining Menz Putterz, go to our website listed above and print out a membership form. Put that form and a check for $20 in our mailbox, #22, which is in the Mountain View Clubhouse.

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Fun in a Golf & Social Setting · www.mvcg.scpdcaclubs.com Paul Pendolino · 442-599-1428 by Valerie Dudley, Secretary Happy New Year to all! Our first tournament in 2026 is an 8 a.m. shotgun that takes place Saturday, January 10, on the San Gorgonio course. The theme is “Tee Fore Two” and we will be playing the challenging Pinehurst format. There will be a delicious luncheon in the Sierra Ballroom directly following the tournament. Not a member yet? Why not make a New Year’s resolution to join us. We always have fun playing monthly theme tournaments that include great luncheons. Please visit our website for information, registration forms, tournament schedules and photos. Our Board Meeting is Thursday, January 8, at 4 p.m. in Tahoe, LV. Cheers to a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous 2026!

9-Hole Golf in the Morning · www.mensniners.scpdcaclubs.com Roger Smith · 760-200-1787 by Luigi Leonardi HAPPY NEW YEAR! WELCOME TO 2026! Has your “ultimate” wish of hitting a hole in one come true yet? Recently Robert Pagan did it! For 2026 the club decided to have a four-round tournament (the front and the back of Santa Rosa / San Gorgonio) on the following dates: January 8, January 29, February 5 and February 19 to determine two club champions, Top Gross and Top Net. All four rounds must be played. The fee is $20. Payouts will go to the top five scores for Gross and for Net. Club championship rules have been posted on the website; top 36 Gross players with a minimum of 8 rounds played in 2025 will be eligible if they paid their 2026 dues by December 31. All other club members will be able to play in alternate outings. The “Guys and Dolls” tournament is scheduled for Thursday, January 15. Flyer and sign-ups are on the website. Thirty-six spots are available. In November we welcomed new members Don Pierson, Carl Morgan and Brian Grieder. WELCOME ABOARD. On December 4 the Men’s Niners Club held a luncheon to celebrate the holidays.

Lady Niners Club members at their Welcome Back Brunch (l-r): BJ Normandin, Cherie Paglia, Iona Allen, Sandi Ellefson, Dian Wright, Joanne Long, Helen Reardon (President), Bev Robinson, Joan Dusenbury, Joy Beck. *Not pictured Gilda Shultz.

Meditation made simple! · www.meditation.scpdcaclubs.com Doug Graham · 505-401-4845 by Tammy Graham, Treasurer After the excitement of the holidays, January can feel quiet, heavy, or even a little deflating. It’s a time when many people notice stress, low energy, or a sense of “now what?”—and that’s exactly when meditation can make a meaningful difference. The Meditation Club offers a supportive way to ease into the new year. Meditation helps you reduce stress, feel more grounded, and bring mindfulness into your daily routine as you transition out of the busy holiday season. Join us and start the new year with support, serenity, and a group that truly gets it. For more information, call us at 505-401-4845 or email suncitymeditationclub@gmail.com.

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18-Hole Golf · www.mvlg.scpdcaclubs.com Shellie Pierce · 770-893-8933 by Jody Schwartz, Secretary January will be busy with our President’s Cup tournament January 13 and 20. This is a pick your partner event. On the first day of competition, we play a Chapman format followed by One Net Best Ball on the second Tuesday. The luncheon follows on Tuesday, January 20 and we will be celebrating our past MVLGC Presidents. The Member/Guest tournament is February 24, and we will play the exciting Olympic format. Want to become a member? You can find application forms on our website. If you don’t have an established handicap or USGA GHIN# we will help you get one. Celebrating 75 years of the LPGA.

Appreciating & Performing Music www.musicbuffs.scpdcaclubs.com Marilyn Townsend · 760-360-2856 by Nancy Rosenthal Music Buffs will present on January 5 in the Sierra Ballroom, at 7:30 p.m., Will Donato: The Art Of Sax. Will is a national recording saxophone artist, playing smooth jazz, including the songs of Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Eric Clapton and more. Membership for Monday Night Music Buffs is $50 which entitles you to eight shows per season. Monday night shows are open only to residents of Sun City Palm Desert. Tickets are available for Sunday or Monday shows, 45 minutes before the show, on the day of that show. Credit cards are not accepted, cash and checks only. Please make out checks to Music Buffs. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. Sunday concerts are at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., they are open to everyone. In the Sierra Ballroom on Sunday, January 11, will be Broadway star David Burnham in Burnham Sings Bublé. David has played in Wicked, A Light in the Piazza, and several more Broadway shows. For ticket and show information, please call Marilyn Townsend at 760-360-2856.

Mountain Vista Men’s Golf 18-Hole Golf · www.mvmg.scpdcaclubs.com Skip Willis · 760-217-4650 by Stan Brandenberger Happy New Year from Mountain Vista Men’s Golf Club! We’re kicking off January 2026 with fresh scorecards, renewed optimism, and just enough leftover eggnog in our system to blame any unusual swing paths. (If your driver suddenly has a hook, it might not be the golf club…) This month launches one of our premier events of the season: The Presidents Cup begins with the first round at the end of January. In addition, we have three other fun tournaments on the books to keep your game sharp. And looking ahead, you’ll want to get this on your calendar. Our First Annual MVMGC Member/Guest is April 3 – 4. You won’t want to miss this! Sign-up today! If you haven’t joined the Men’s Club yet, now is a great time. Members enjoy preferred tee times, weekly competitions, tournaments, and plenty of on-course camaraderie—along with the occasional reminder that, yes, mulligans are still not recognized by the USGA, no matter how confidently they are declared. We’d love to have you with us this season. Contact us at our website.

Performing Arts Comedy, Drama & Variety Productions www.performingarts.scpdcaclubs.com Sheri Shepherd · 909-215-8228 by Sheri Shepherd, President Your Performing Arts Club is back on the ballroom stage with a great show for you! “Social Security” is directed by Susan Adler and performances are January 30–31 and February 1. Tickets go on sale online (see our ad in this magazine and advertising flyers in the community for QR code) and in-person M/W/F at Mountain View Clubhouse near the club mailboxes. “America’s Songbook”, directed by Sheri Shepherd, is our musical revue show this season. Performances are March 26–29. Of course, there is always a job in our club whether onstage, backstage, selling tickets, sewing a hem, moving props, and everything in-between. The Performing Arts Club is your source for audition opportunities in this valley AND for theater productions to see with friends! Join the fun. Memorizing lines too difficult? Try Staged Readers Theater which has its own productions! Meet at Speakers Hall on Mondays, 10 a.m. – noon. It is a great way to get your “theater feet wet”! Applications for the club are at the clubhouse kiosks. Please contact me with any questions about getting involved in the Performing Arts Club.

Pet Lovers Performing Arts Club members attending an “Acting Fundamentals” workshop held in October (from left): Rick Annis, Cookie Ostrow, Judith Cameron, Sheri Shepherd, Jeannie Burns, Geri Mund, Lynn Cruz, Jean Sanchez, Rick Rowen, Carol Raskin, and Susan Adler.

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All Pet Lovers Welcome · www.petlovers.scpdcaclubs.com Lucy Nigrelli · 760-691-0878 by Lucy Nigrelli, President Join us January 8 in the Sierra Ballroom for a special kickoff to the new year. Our featured guest will be the Curator of Behavior & Animal Well-being, who will share valuable information about

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native snakes and address other topics of interest. Mark your calendars for the second annual Pet Parade, big event for all Sun City residents, on January 24 from 9 – 10:30 a.m., Mountain View Parking Lot. Bring your furry companions, whether dressed in usual attire or costumes. Awards: “Looks Most Like Owner,” “Most Unique,” “Best Costume.” Cooler weather! Bring a chair. Help spread the word. More participants mean more fun! Animal Samaritans 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., will be offering a free clinic for rabies, vaccinations and microchipping. Donations encouraged! Help AS in their mission to improve the lives of people and animals. Preregistration forms are available in Pet Lover kiosks, at the January 8 meeting, and dog parks. Support Pet Lovers Club’s efforts to assist animals/pet owners in need by becoming a member. If you are unable to participate in events, your support still makes a difference. Membership fees $25 single membership, $40 couples. Forms in kiosks/clubhouses, dog parks, and club meetings.

Photography Digital Photography & Instruction www.photography.scpdcaclubs.com Gary Pettersen · 206-354-0886 by Kathi Malec-Braunlich Don’t miss our 2026 Photography Exhibition Thursday, January 8! Visitors will have the opportunity to view a diverse collection of photographs taken by Photography Club members, featuring stunning images of travel destinations, architectural wonders, captivating animals, and creative compositions. All SCPD residents are welcome! Attendees can meet the photographers, learn about their techniques, and participate in friendly discussions about photography. Enjoy complimentary holiday cookies and a welcoming atmosphere as you explore the exhibit. Photos will be on display in the Palm Room, Sunset View Clubhouse from 6 – 8 p.m., with holiday cookies available to enjoy at 6:30. The Palm Room is just past the east end of the library. • 6 – 7 p.m. Club members will be on hand to chat in the Palm Room • 6:30 p.m. Holiday cookies! • 7 – 8 p.m. Photo Competition and commentary in Speakers Hall. Visit our website or contact President Gary Pettersen for more information about events or joining the SCPD Photography Club.

how to score and play the game. Our emphasis will be on safety, fundamentals of the game, rules and court courtesy! Class size: 8 players max. Lead Instructor: Randi Allison. You must sign up at newbiescpd@gmail.com. Clinics are held every Monday, between 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on courts 10 and 11.

Quilters Group & Personal Projects · www.quilters.scpdcaclubs.com Debbi LoCicero · 703-725-5968 Chris Vanderputten · 250-391-0006 by DJ Miles We’ll meet in the Sewing Studio for our monthly meeting on January 7 at 1 p.m. Friday, January 16, we are having a program entitled “Engineering Your Quilts” and a potluck lunch. If you’re thinking of joining our club, now is a good time so you can participate in this fun and educational program. Road to California Quilt Show is at the Ontario, CA Convention center January 21–24. Sewing is Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Sewing Studio. If you have questions about our club, you can contact Debbi LoCicero 703-725-5968, Chris Vanderputten 250-391-0006, or visit our website. Hope to see you soon.

Rainbow Circle LGBTQiA+ Sun City Residents · www.rainbow.scpdcaclubs.com Wendy Young · rainbowsuncity1@gmail.com by Rob McDonald, Secretary The most exciting club in Sun City! Weekly and monthly activities engage all our members. Come join—just $25 per person. Join or renew online at rainbow.scpdcaclubs.com or pick up a flyer at any clubhouse kiosk. See flier for payment details We held our annual Friendsgiving Potluck on November 29. Over 100 participants enjoyed an amazing feast as we gathered to celebrate the season of gratitude and giving. We also celebrated the winter holidays with our Holiday Music & Dessert Social on December 13. Yummy treats were sampled while we listened to the Sun City Ukulele Gals and the return of the Coachella Valley Barbershop Chorus. Tuesday Coffee continues as well as Billiards—a new event that welcomes players of all skill sets. Our weekly Happy Hours on Wednesdays start at 4 p.m. at Boulevards.

PickleBall www.pickleball.scpdcaclubs.com Rich Allison · richallison67@gmail.com by Jean Mylen, Vice-President Welcome to the New Year! This year promises to be a good one— perhaps you have some new gear to try out? January 6 at 4 p.m. will be our Tuesday Night Potluck! Come join in the fun! Ladders are a great way to enjoy some friendly competition as well. Check out our bulletin board in the breezeway. Compliments to all who are demonstrating court etiquette—laughter and fairness is abundant! And thank you to all our volunteers who make this club so enjoyable! Our Pickleball Club offers two complementary INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL for NEWBIES! You do not need to be a member of the Pickleball Club to participate in these clinics. We provide paddles and there is no cost for this clinic. During these lessons, you will learn to serve, return the serve, do some dinking and learn

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The monthly Movie Night has shown Milk, Moonlight, and will showcase Fried Green Tomatoes on January 29 in Speakers Hall. Bocce Ball continues for all on January 18. The big event for January is our annual Chili Cook-off & Bocce Ball. Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 17! We wish you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year!

Rummy Q Tile Play · www.rummyq.scpdcaclubs.com Liz Klein · 732-266-5955 by Bernard Priceman Happy New Year everyone! At our next Thursday night meeting, on January 8, we’ll be serving pizza and goodies. Yay! We are growing each month, and our meeting room fills up quickly. Best to arrive by 6 p.m. Annual club fees are now due for 2026. At $10 per year, we’re the best bargain in Sun City! See our Treasurer Bernard Priceman to pay by cash or check. Rummy Q is a form of rummy but played with tiles. It’s a lot of fun and can be a challenge, but it’s easy to learn and we’d be happy to teach you. Come by to watch us play or take a seat if you already know how. Then save your money until you have collected $10— enough to be able to join our club! We can’t wait.

RV All Things RV · www.rv.scpdcaclubs.com Ray Ferra · rferra126@gmail.com by Ray Ferra, President Hello all trekkers! Our 25–26 season is in full swing. Rallies are scheduled for Fountain of Youth in February and Buelton in March. Quartzite in January will be an individual interest event. Other rallies are in the planning. Interested in the RV lifestyle? Curious about our adventures? Come as a guest and join us for our General Meetings, first Tuesday of the month, 3 p.m. San Gorgonio room. See you there, or on the road!

Softball Club members from Sun City Palm Desert visited Sun City West in Surprise Arizona.

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Social Bridge www.socialbridge.scpdcaclubs.com Susan Vee · 760-898-5661 by Sarah Jallinoja, Secretary November 1st Place Winners: J.B. Sacks/Susan Vee (2), Judy and Brian Greider, Ron Loken/Evelyn Weber (2), Jay Levine/Marilyn Joyce, Bill Metzdorf/Hester Thacker, Nancy Funnell/Scott May. November 2nd Place Winners: Allyson and George Balch, Jay Levine/John Sakowicz (2), Mary Anne and David Kinloch (2), Jim Maddocks/John McCord, Mary Kay and Scott May, Cheryle Genovese/Sally Sampley. Our November Super Star was Jay Levine who racked up 16,970 points with one first place win, and two second place wins. The top team score for the month was 8,790 made by J.B. Sacks and Susan Vee on November 7. A grand slam was bid, doubled and made by Judy and Brian Greider on November 3. After play on November 10, club members and their guests enjoyed an international-themed Welcome Back Party. Members provided food/wine from a variety of countries including Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, India, Italy, Morocco, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Syria, Thailand, Turkey and the U.S.A. Many thanks to J.B. Sacks, Sally Sampley and Susan Vee for the outstanding job they did planning and coordinating this enjoyable event. Need a partner? Call Susan Vee at 760-898-5661.

Softball www.softball.scpdcaclubs.com Steve Boger · boger.steve@gmail.com by Bruce Nelson Play continues following the holiday break. We are seven games into the season with 11 more to the end of the regular season. With the cool mornings making the ball livelier the new home run fence is being challenged regularly.

Sun City Singers carolers entertained during the November Arts and Crafts Holiday Sale. From left:(front) Kathy Mamula, Dee Mays, Elana Gruen,Karen Schmidt, Brenda Ford; (back) Barbara Niles, Dee Weston, Cindy Rupert, Sharon Handran, Frank Denson, Dennis Ashbrook.

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Sun City West from Phoenix will be making their 19th annual pilgrimage out to play this month. There will be four games, two against our 60s team and two against our 70s team. Always a fun event. Games continue on Mondays, playing two games starting at 9 a.m., with their batting practice on Friday mornings. Tuesdays we have two non-league games and Thursdays we have our regular league games starting at 8:30 a.m. Open batting practice on Saturdays at 8 a.m.

Solos Socials and More for Singles · www.solos.scpdcaclubs.com Sally Hazzard · solossuncity@gmail.com by Yvette Craig Are you living “single,” “solo”? Are you sitting home trying to find things to do to pass the time? Come to our Happy Hours on Monday or Wednesday, get out of the house! Worried about coming alone? Don’t be because that’s what this club is, a place to connect and make new friendships because we’re all “alone” for whatever reason at this time in our lives. • HAPPY HOURS: 4 – 5 p.m. Mondays at Legends & Icons, Wednesdays at Boulevards • LET’S EAT OUT: Tuesday, January 6. Meet at Mountain View Clubhouse 4 p.m. to arrange carpooling to The Alps Village Restaurant. • SPECIAL EVENT: Friday, January 9, Happy New Year. Sierra Ballroom, great food and entertainment. Doors open at 5:30 • GOLF: Tuesday afternoon, nine holes, best ball. Contact Jim Dunleavy 714-328-3880 to sign up. • PUTTERS: Thursdays, 9 a.m., 18-hole putting course across from the Lake View Recreation Center. Contact Kathie Miller 360-708-5586. • MEMBERSHIP: Membership is $20 due for 2025–2026 Information for the various events is e-mailed to members plus flyers are in kiosks and on the website.

Stitch & Sew Personal & Group Projects · www.stitchnsew.scpdcaclubs.com Arlys Sikorski · 605- 359 -2982 by Nancy Humphries Happy New Year! If you are interested in sewing, Stitch & Sew is for you. Whether you want to learn to sew, refresh your skills, or participate in the SCPD Arts and Crafts Sales, Stitch & Sew welcomes you. The club maintains Bernina sewing machines in our Sewing Studio in the Mountain View Clubhouse, and provides cutting areas, sewing supplies (including some fabrics for crafts and donation work), as well as an active “social” schedule so you can interact with other like-minded residents. If you are new to sewing, you can learn about cutting and assembling articles for your use and for participation in the SCPD Arts and Crafts Sales—actual “hands on” sewing. If you are experienced, there is plenty of room for you to work on your projects. Each month we hold a potluck luncheon so everyone can get to know each other. We are enjoying our newly remodeled Sewing Studio, so come join us in the Mountain View Clubhouse. Our studio hours are Mondays 1 – 4 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month. Join up or just come and visit!

Sun City Singers Choral Singing & Performing · www.singers.scpdcaclubs.com Frank Denson · 818-415-0291 by Frank Denson, President NEW MEMBERS COME AND JOIN US. HAVE FUN SINGING IN A CHORUS. Rehearsals in Idyllwild/Saddleback Room, Mountain View Clubhouse: Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sectionals: Men at 12 p.m. and Women at 1:30 p.m. Spring show, The Seventies: Saturday, March 13 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m. Contact, Frank Denson, President: 818-415-0291, fdenson3373 @gmail.com.

Tennis What A Racquet! · www.tennis.scpdcaclubs.com Sheri Shepherd · 909-215-8228 by Sheri Shepherd Welcome to the New Year and Happy 2026 to everyone. January 10 is our first Tennis Mixer of 2026. The theme is “U.S. and Canada Friendship Mixer” so get out your patriotic colors! There is tennis play and lunch too! Get your membership application in now because you don’t want to miss the fun! League play begins for several different levels plus our popular Ball Machine Program offers a chance for you to hit a bunch of balls while someone else sets up the machine for you! This is a great way to knock the dust off your racquet. Men’s Drop-In (Wednesdays and Saturdays), Silver Foxes (Thursdays for men 80 years+!) and Tuesday/Saturday Women’s Drop-In are all available for members to join in the fun! The activities for members are such a great opportunity to meet more community! Applications for the club are at the patio area at Building D which is by the tennis courts. Our tennis club is full of friendly folks from 55 – 90! Feel free to contact me with any questions, finding tennis games or how to get started playing.

Trim ‘N’ Tone Aerobic Workouts · www.trimntone.scpdcaclubs.com Rozzie Perlmuth · 818-521-8848 by Pamla Vale Abramson HAPPY NEW YEAR! We love our instructors but don’t know their backgrounds. We will feature one each month for the next several months.

Tennis Club’s “New Player Clinic” run by coach John Wlcek.

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Angel VanDerveer started teaching in 1988. She had wanted to lose weight after her pregnancy, so got hooked on exercising and got certifications through 24 Hour Fitness. She taught at multiple health and fitness clubs, spas, and country clubs, including: The Palms; Gold’s Gym; The Springs; Spa Hotel; Palm Desert Athletic Club; and Wise Gym. Anne Leach, at SCPD, hired her, this was followed by El Dorado C.C, PGA West, Trilogy C.C, Indian Ridge C.C, Betty Ford Center, Marriott Desert Springs and SCSH. Angel is certified in step aerobics, Cardio kickboxing, Hi-Lo aerobics, body pump, yoga, Chair Yoga and Restorative Yoga. In addition, she is certified in Pilates, TRX, Zumba, Spin, and Pilates Reformer. Angel has been teaching for 37 years. She’s also a COP volunteer for the PSPD and has been doing this for 25 years. “I love helping people feel good about themselves. I want members to feel better mentally as well as have fun at the same time, I love my life.” Come join us and meet Angel, you’ll be glad you did!

Wine Tasters Wine Tasting & Dinner · www.winetasters.scpdcaclubs.com Carl Keinert · 760-851-6103 by Lori Schoenlaub As thrilling as it would be to drive one, enjoying this renowned wine was even more delightful. Founded in 1981 by Don and Rhonda Carano, Ferrari Carano was the featured winery for the November dinner. Located in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, it is known for its Italianinspired wines. The first two wines served with dinner were Fume Blanc which is one of their signature white wines and a delightful Chardonnay. These were served with a red and gold beet salad with goat cheese, pumpernickel crumble, and toasted pistachios. The main course was a perfectly cooked filet mignon served with a Ferrari Carano Sienna Red Blend, a member favorite, and a 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, both very impressive reds. Dessert was pumpkin cheesecake, a perfect ending to a 5-star dinner. We also have a sparkling wine reception before every dinner to start the evening festivities. The member feedback was positive, and this was the best Wine Tasters Dinner so far for 2025. We hope you can join us for our dinner on January 15 in the Sierra Ballroom. Membership forms are in kiosks at each clubhouse or on the SCPD website under Wine Tasters and Dinner.

World of Women www.wow.scpdcaclubs.com Ann Shepperd · 541-414-9021 by Susan Fisher, Director of Communications Please join the World of Women (WOW) club for our January luncheon on Monday, January 19, in the Sierra Ballroom at Mountain View. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be Peggy Buenzli, a Sun City resident and former president of the Coachella Valley Alumnae Panhellenic. She will share information about this educational, non-profit organization that has, since 1954, offered scholarships to public high school women in the Coachella Valley. WOW luncheons provide an opportunity for residents to make new acquaintances and learn about charitable organizations within the local community. Upon check-in, participants will receive table

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assignments, eliminating the need to search for seats. World of Women is a social and charitable club founded in 2001 for the residents of Sun City Palm Desert. Our board meeting this month is on January 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the Tahoe Room at Lake View. We meet on the third Monday of each month from October to April and enjoy luncheons, guest speakers, and entertainment. Membership is $30 for the fiscal year. Membership and luncheon flyers are in kiosks in the clubhouses. Please contact club president, Ann Shepperd at 541-414-9021 for more information or visit our website.

Writers Circle Supporting, Encouraging & Inspiring Writers of all Genres www.writerscircle.scpdcaclubs.com Sharon Perica · 760-610-2688 or 210-452-9249 by Linda Capelli Pierce, Vice President It is said that Rudyard Kipling was such a popular author of his day, that one of his words was worth $100 (a lot more money in his day). Allegedly, one of his fans approached him at a gathering and said, “If one of your words is worth $100, I would like to hear one of those words, please.” He held out a $100 bill, tempting Kipling. Kipling took the outstretched bill, and replied, “Thanks.” Writers Circle can’t promise one of your words will be worth $100, but we certainly can promise an enjoyable time at our monthly meetings, not stuffy wordsmiths who sit around discussing Chaucer and other literati; we are a fun group! (Some call us riotous.) JANUARY SPEAKER: Maggie Downs is the author of the memoir, Braver Than You Think, and the family guide, 50 Things to Do Before You’re Five. As a journalist, her work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Travel and Leisure. She is an entertaining, fascinating, engaging speaker. This one is not to be missed, folks. MEETING: Wednesday, January 7, 2 p.m., Canyon Room, SV.

Yacht Radio Controlled Sailboats · www.0yacht.scpdcaclubs.com Reg Modlin · 248-705-1196 by Stu Sitzman The Yacht Club sails radio-controlled 1-meter boats in regatta racing format. Models include Northwind, Dragon Flite 95, Seawind, Soling and CR-914 among others. We sail on the “Yacht Lake” east of Donny Circle, south of Alliance and north of Valley Vista. Depending on the conditions we occasionally use “Long Lake,” west of Donny Circle, south of Alliance and north of Valley Vista. Regattas are held Thursdays and times vary with the change of seasons. Currently we start at 1 p.m. Our weekly e-mailings indicate the time and lake. If interested, please send your email address to studoc@verizon.net to receive our schedules. We invite wanna-bees, newbies, experienced sailors, residents, renters, snowbirds, family (especially kids, grand-kids and in-laws), visitors, inquisitive folks, sightseers, passers-by, lake-side dog walkers, bike riders, realtor agents, exercisers, lost Astronomy Star Party goers, et.al. Whichever lake we sail, join us at the water’s edge to experience this change of pace and see for yourself what this is all about and how to enjoy a mid-weekday by spending a

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relaxing time enjoying one of the most unique daytime Sun City Charter Clubs in action. For more info contact Reg Modlin, President, at 248-705-1196, or Stu Sitzman, VP, at 760 360-7726.

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Yoga & Pilates Classes for Men & Women · www.yoganpilates.scpdcaclubs.com Ruth Zebrack · 760-772-5149 by Marsha Reed Nall A social hour for members is held the first Monday of each month. Come and enjoy conversation, pastries, fruit, and coffee at MV in Ventana on January 5 at 10:15 a.m. Our club has great instructors who teach us more than traditional yoga and Pilates practices. Our yoga instructors (both mat and chair yoga) use a mix of disciplines, including hatha yoga, the most widely practiced from of yoga. Hatha yoga combines movement with conscious breathing, developing strength and flexibility using a set of physical postures. These poses are meant to align the skin, muscles, and bones of the body. To reap the benefits of practicing yoga, you must put in the work, but you don’t have to be perfect. You simply have to commit to practicing yoga on a regular basis.

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Rainbow Over Sun City, photo by Luigi Leonardi

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www.brandeis-desert.org Susan Longo · sclongo.desertchapter@gmail.com by Charlene Williamson The optimist in me always thinks that the start of a new year is filled with the promise of good things to come. I’d like to take this opportunity to wish all our Brandeis friends a very happy and healthy New Year. I promise there are exciting things planned for our coming 2026 season. I’d like to call attention to our email address, Brandeis-desert.org. Any information you need is available on our website. Check for a calendar of events, a message from the President and pictures of members having a great time. Make sure that you are on our Brandeis mailing list…contact Gail Minkow at 310-933-7454 if you are not receiving messages and flyers. Save Tuesday, January 6 for our University on Wheels Luncheon, Tuesday, January 20 for a member Coffee and Saturday, January 31 for a baseball BBQ lunch in the Palm Springs stadium. Watch for flyers. There are still a few spaces available in some of our exciting study groups; check us out on the website, you might find a class that excites you. We’re never too old to learn something new!

Chabad in Sun City Nadine Cazary · 310-351-2524

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Thank you for your cooperation. lv – Lake View Recreation Center mv – Mountain View Clubhouse sv – Sunset View Clubhouse

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Democrats in Sun City www.suncitypalmdesertdemocrats.org suncitydems@gmail.com by Melanie Wank, VP Democrats in Sun City Launch the 2026 “Meet the Candidates” Series We kicked off this series with the June primary candidates for our California Assembly District 36, a District that includes 12% of Riverside County and all Imperial County. Our November meeting featured Tomas Oliva, a former council member and mayor of El Centro in Imperial County, who has been a senior field representative for U.S. Rep. Dr. Raul Ruiz. His deep experience in public service and regional advocacy set an inspiring tone for the months ahead. On January 21, we will welcome the remaining two Democratic candidates for this District. Oscar Ortiz became the youngest person ever elected to the Indio City Council and continues to be a dynamic voice for regional clean energy and environmental education. Dr. Ida Obeso-Martinez, a cardiovascular nurse practitioner, is a former Mayor Pro-Tem of the city of Imperial. Her dual background in healthcare and civic leadership offers a powerful perspective on the needs of the District’s families.

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Those members present at the January meeting will select our preferred candidate for endorsement by the California Democratic Party. As the largest Democratic Club in Riverside County, we play an outsize role in determining this endorsement.

Friendship Church www.friendshipchurchsuncity.com Church Office · 760-260-8640

Hadassah Roni Spetalnick · 760-360-8465 by Roni Spetalnick News regarding Hadassah Medical Organization: At Hadassah, we believe that each of us has the power to heal our world. For us, that means bringing healing—in every sense of the word—where it’s needed most, in the US, Israel and around the globe. The underground surgical suites at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem and Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus allow doctors to treat patients in a protected space—even if missiles are falling. On June 13, when the threat level spiked, entire departments moved seamlessly into our underground hospital. There, vulnerable infants, wounded soldiers and patients, young and old, fighting for their lives received surgeries, intensive care and dialysis without pause. This is what your support makes possible. Healing that will not be halted. Dedication that cannot be shaken. And lives saved in Israel’s darkest hours. Interested in attending an event or learning more about Hadassah? Contact Roni Spetalnick at ronispetalnick@gmail.com.

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Arts in Healthcare program designed around the leading-edge science of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to reorganize itself and change. Our method, taught by Peter Harris, strengthens your voice by using physical awareness, relaxation, breathing, creative imagination, singing and story-building. And it’s fun. You may try one class before paying the fee. Caregivers may attend at no cost, and scholarships are available. There also is a $10 resident group membership fee. If you’re interested or want to learn more, contact President Betty Lou Poloway at 760-200-9575 or bettylou4@me.com.

Sun City Jewish Services Nadine Brinhendler · 707-332-3947 by Nadine Brinhendler, President Sun City Jewish Services is very excited to welcome all members and guests back for 2026! Our Azi Schwartz & Friends Concert is but a few days away on January 14 in the Sierra Ballroom of the Mountain View Clubhouse at 7 p.m.; doors will open at 6 p.m. Tickets will be available for sale on January 6 in the Mountain View Clubhouse from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Those who purchase the VIP tickets will sit closer to the front and will be invited to a meet and greet Azi at a reception following the concert. This concert will be different from previous ones so don’t miss the opportunity to hear the beautiful music we will be treated to. The next scheduled services are January 2 and 16. Please join us. They are at 7:15 p.m. in Speakers Hall. Onegs are available for sponsorship. Contact Karen Kent. If you would like more information about Sun City Jewish Services please call or text Nadine Brinhendler at 707-332-3947. Please include your name in the content of the message. n

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SCPD Republicans Pamela Levin · suncityrepublicans@gmail.com by Polli Rychlik We will have another opportunity to welcome Michael Curry as our January speaker. Michael is the vice chair of the of Republican Party of Riverside County which is included in the Inland Empire branch of the California Republicans. A big title for a big job. He will discuss issues such as how the passage of Proposition 50 will affect our district, the rising costs of health insurance and the impact on medical care, high taxes and the increasing cost of living, and the unavailability of homeowners insurance for new home buyers. Our speaker will have no lack of important issues to discuss. Come join us for a lively and informative program.

SongShine Gaining Vocal Strength Through the Power of Music www.songshineforparkinsons.com Betty Lou Poloway · 760-200-9575 by Sharon Emanuelson SongShine has resumed for the new year and will continue through March 14 on Saturdays from 1–2 p.m., Palm Room, Sunset View Clubhouse. Newcomers are welcome at any class. The fee is $150 including materials or $15 a class. If your voice is weakened by aging, Parkinson’s, stroke, or other neurological disorders, then you need SongShine. SongShine is an

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It’s Your Time Now! SCPD Chartered Clubs, Resident Groups, Support Groups and Classes* (listed by type of activity) ARTS AND CRAFTS Art Club BZBs Club (Needlecrafts) Ceramics Club Creative Arts Club Glass Arts Club Homecrafters Club Jewelry Club Photography Club Quilters Club Stitch & Sew Club Writer’s Circle Club

Meditation Club Ping Pong Self Defense Classes Steady & Strong Balance Classes Tai Chi Classes Trim ‘N’ Tone Club Water Volleyball Yoga & Pilates Club

POLITICS / CURRENT EVENTS Democrats in Sun City Group Financial Club Forum Club (discussion group) SCPD Republicans Group

RELIGION

Food & Wine Connoisseurs Club Wine Tasters Club

Chabad in Sun City Friendship Church Hadassah Sun City Jewish Services

CARD AND BOARD GAMES

REGIONAL / ETHNIC GROUPS

SOCIALIZING

Canasta Club Card & Game Club Duplicate Bridge Club Mah Jongg Club RummyQ Club Social Bridge Club

Canadian Club & Friends Italian Heritage Club

(All our clubs!) Boomers & Friends Club Brandeis Desert Chapter Group Rainbow Circle and Friends Club Solos Club World of Women Club

CHARITABLE GIVING BZBs Club Neighbors 4 Neighbors Group Quilters Club Stitch & Sew Club World of Women Club

GASTRONOMY

GOLF Couples Putters Club Ladies Niners Club Lady Putters Club Men’s Niners Club Menz Putterz Club Mountain Vista Couples Golf Club Mountain Vista Ladies Golf Club Mountain Vista Men’s Golf Club

HOBBIES COMPUTER INSTRUCTION Let’s Compute Technology Club

DANCING Ballet Classes Line Dance Club Love to Dance Club

Astronomy Club Car Club Genealogy Club Home & Garden Club Pet Lovers Club Photography Club RV Club Yacht Club (radio-controlled models)

FITNESS Aerobics / Step Aerobics Classes Aquasize Classes Arthritis Aquatics Classes Boost Your Brain Classes Hiking Club

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SPORTS Billiards Club Bocce Club Cornbaggers Club Cyclists Club Fun City Bowlers Club Pickleball Club Softball Club Tennis Club

SUPPORT GROUPS AA Meeting Group Alzheimer’s Support Group Grief & Loss Support Group Stroke Survivors Group Umbrella Ministries

MUSIC / PERFORMING ARTS Music Buffs Club Performing Arts Club SongShine Group Sun City Singers Club

* Fitness Class Calendar . . . . . . p.25 Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . p.26 Chartered Club Reports . . . . . p.48 Resident Group Reports . . . . . p.62

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FOR SALE A VERY nice looking yellow 2001 48-volt Columbia golf cart $950. Current Lithium Battery special at Golf Cart of the Desert is $2699. Please call Robert 778-834-5261.

HOMES FOR SALE IN SCPD HOME FOR sale by owner, 78597 Rockwell Circle, Sun City Palm Desert, CA 92211 - Available immediately Pasadena model home, 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths - sunset and mountain views. Mid-century modern makeover with white marble-tile floor. Backyard pavers, misting system. Plumeria garden and view. First house on greenbelt gives extra parking, greenbelt extends from back patio and west side of house. Gate access for golf cart to shopping center, local pool/jacuzzi. Contact Bob Crosby 724734-6102, crosby@vocalgroup.org.

FOR RENT/ LEASE IN SCPD TIFFANY MODEL 1464 sq. ft. 2br/2ba nicely furnished, short walk to main clubhouse. Call for Available months. $4450/mo. Two-month minimum stay. Non-refundable deposit at signing. Gardener, cable, internet $100. Utl. credit included. Pets ok. No golf cart, not fenced. Email gsinnet@hotmail.com or call Gary 831-659-0360. SUNNY MONTEGO. Available now, through Jan. 2026. Furnished 2 bed/2 bath+den. 1852 sq. ft. spacious floorplan, large walled lot, no pool. 5 stars on AirBnb. New floors & upgrades! No smoking. Pets maybe. Inquire for pics: 202-596-6070. LARGE PORTIFINO home with beautiful pool, spa, fire pit, nice furnishings. Must have references. Call for details. Call Dorothey 714-292-2243. BEAUTIFUL ST. Croix 2 bds 2 ba plus den with convertible sofa. All new appliances. Lovely furniture plantation shutters. Fully fenced dog’s welcome.

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Quiet location near Mt. View clubhouse and walking distance to the dog park. Call for available months and pics. 30day minimum from $4500 per month. Pam B. 949-533-8525.

lemon + grapefruit trees fire pit golf cart 2 bikes sorry no pets pictures available email gingerlindley@gmail.com phone or text 217-254-0754 3950.00 December thru April other months negotiable.

VACATION RENTAL Golf course location. Amazing panoramic views on golf course, beautiful design dream vacation home. 2 bed, 2 bath + den. Home is fully stocked. Close to gate, including BBQ. Pictures available. Call 714-892-5661.

GORGEOUS HOME and pool with with amazing water fall St. Marten plan 2-bedroom, 2 baths plus den. Private backyard. No pets, no smoking or vaping. Prefer 2-month lease call Jeanne for availability, rates 541-430-5180 phots upon request.

A LOVELY furnished 2 bed, 2 bath on the golf course, 2145 sqft. St. Croix home. Wonderful sunset view fully furnished. Long term rental. Includes golf cart. Sorry no pets. No smoking. Phone 778-834-5261 or email robdw@shaw.ca. STAND ALONE casita on quiet, private cul-de-sac. Near Mountain View pools and fitness center. Beautifully appointed with queen bed, plantation shutters, computer desk. TV, DVR, Wi-Fi, microwave, refrigerator. Ceiling fan, convection oven, and induction hot plate. Separate AC & heat. Ns. Utilities & cable included. $1350 monthly lease. Contact: 760-902-6542.

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AVAILABLE AFTER January 1, 2026. Beautiful 2 bedroom 1½ bath house for 3- to 6-months lease. This house offers three patios, a jacuzzi, and outdoor TV area. There are 3 televisions with Spectrum cable and streaming options. A Gardner takes care of the landscape and the garage has room for one car and a golf cart. Utilities included: $3200 per month for 3-month lease. The house is within walking distance to the Sunset Clubhouse. Call or text 760-895-8171. UPGRADED SAN Remo with Mt. Lake & Golf Course Views 3 Bedrm. 2½ Ba 2440 Sq Ft Built in Bar B Que & Fire Pit Golf Cart Included Steps from 3rd Clubhouse A Must See Call Howard 818-535-8397. BEAUTIFUL MOROCCO 2 br2bath granit kitchen appliances king+Queen beds Beautiful back yard with orange

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FOR RENT. 2-bedroom house. Available January to April 2026 includes use of golf cart. Very modern home. Sorry no pets, vaping or smoking. January to April 2026 only. (4 months minimum) Email kevindjohnston@shaw.ca. BEAUTIFUL, BRIGHT 1-bed/1-bath casita (500 sqft) available Feb 1. $2,100/month. Private entrance, no shared walls. Kitchenette w/microwave, Ninja air fryer; full fridge/freezer; no cooktop/oven. Fully furnished w/queen bed, new carpet/paint. Patio, huge walk-in closet, covered parking for 1 in shared garage. Shared laundry. Utilities incl: gas, electricity, internet, water, cable. 1-yr lease. No smoking/vaping. Contact 604-671-0817.

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Personal Assistants Elaine Friedrick, Personal Chef . . . . . . . . . . .87 Emelia Gonzalez (Caregiver) . . . . . . . . . . . .91

David’s Tax Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Emma Khatchaturian, Notary Public . . . . . .92 Franklin R. Nathan, Income Tax . . . . . . . . . .89 Howard M. Speyer, Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Legal Docs by Sundance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Reverse Mortgage, Shari Kamburoff . . . . . .91 Reverse Mortgage, Steve Davidson . . . . . . . .89

A-One Concrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 American Wrought Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Belle Vue Landscaping Pools & Spas . . . . . .89 Greenscape Landscape, Angel Roman . . . . .89 Hector’s Landscape & Tree Service . . . . . . . .90 Israel Diaz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 JB Landscape & Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Jesus Gardening Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 JZ Creative Designs, Decorative Concrete . .92 Leonard & Son Hardscape & Landscape . . .88 Robelo’s Gardening Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Sun City Desert Pavers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 SV Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Hair / Beauty

Home Paint / Remodel / Repair

Pam Marantz, Equity Union . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

A to Z Computer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94 Blancas Computer Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Entertainment / Restaurants The Wrap Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Financial / Legal

Hair By Lori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 JJ Fieldler, Hair Stylist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Lizett’s Hair Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Virginia Aesthetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Health / Medical / Dental Caring Crutches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Dr. Symme Leiter, LCP, Psychologist . . . . . .86 Dsrt Drip IV Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Empire Vein & Vacsular Specialists . . . . . . . .95 Lisa Silverman, Psychic Medium . . . . . . . . .88 Skin Cancer Center, Dr. Keith Gross . . . . . . .2

Home Appliance / Electric / Plumbing Chris Nordin A/C & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . .91 DVS Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Hydes A/C, Heating, Electrical . . . . . . . . . . .76 Leak Specialties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Magic Touch Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Magic Touch Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Mendoza Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Alan Ledoux, Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Anayas Home Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 ASM Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Cazares Tile & Marble, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Custom Tile Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Discount Painting & Concrete Coatings . . .90 Edward’s Tile Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Happy Home Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Jerry Home Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Michael Vento Painting Company . . . . . . . .92 MM’s Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 One Stop Home Care, Mona Zetterquist . . .90 Price Painting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Reliable Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Roof Tile Specialty, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Roofing, Jerry Meza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Shorty’s Handyman Services . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Sun City Kitchen & Bath Design . . . . . . . . .77 Valley Floor Care, Exopy Coatings . . . . . . . .92

Kelly Frey, Personal Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Real Estate Alena Chovanova, Kaleo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Araceli Vazquez, Berkshire Hathaway . . . . .82 Argie Nastasi, Caldwell Banker . . . . . . . . . . .73 Cathy Riley, Bennion Deville . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Fatima Nordquist, Beverly Hills Homes . . .75 Friends Real Estate Group, EU . . . . . . . . . . .74 Horne Team, Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Julie Warner & Connie Zelig, HS . . . . . . . . .80 Laurie Craig, Equity Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Sandra Walmsley, Sotheby’s . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Steven Karash, Equity Union . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Sun City Sisters, HomeSmart . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Susie Wood & Margaret Denneny . . . . . . . .82

Seminars Eisenhower Health: 24/7 Recognition . . . . .66

Senior Care Caring Companions At Home . . . . . . . . . . .80 Dementia Bridge, for caregivers . . . . . . . . . .86 Home Sweet Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 We Care Home Care Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Zoila’s In Home Private Care . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Senior Living Cogir South Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Transportation / Travel Signature Limousine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

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