January 2016 Newsletter - Rincon Country RV Resorts

January, 2016
Volume 41
Number 4
Horse Races & Chili Feed
Jan. 22 • 5:00 pm • Auditorium • $7
The Annual Horse Races & Chili Feed, sponsored by
the Astronomy Club, takes place THIS month! For
those of you who are new to RCE, it’s one of the
most popular and well-attended of our traditions.
In order to make the Horse Races a success, we
need “groomers,” “horses,” and “owners.” Towards this end, a prequel to the Horse Races will
take place at Wednesday coffee on Jan. 13th where
race “horses” and Sky Boxes will be auctioned by
Mr. Mike Yarema from the Gaslight Theatre. Be the
highest bidder, and win one of six coveted stick
horses to enter into the horse races. Dress it up
any way you like. On the day of the race, you can
jockey your horse yourself, or appoint a jockey!
Horses advance on the “racecourse” according to
Bingo ball draws, and prizes are awarded to the
winners. Competition is fierce! Owners will stop at
nothing to win, and bettors are wildly loyal to their
horses!
Alberto Galli Concert
Jan. 16 • 7:00 pm • Aud • $7
Albert Galli performs extensively as a soloist playing the clarinet, soprano sax, and singing. Customized back-up tracks make his music sound like a full
ensemble.
Enjoy Dixieland, swing, big band tunes, pop, and
rock. Galli is a frequent guest artist for Club Med
and other resorts, both nationally and internationally. In addition to live performances, he has released 4 CD’s that are getting excellent reviews
and have been featured on numerous radio stations. You’ll love his music and he’ll make you
laugh. Purchase tickets in the Activity Office for $7.
Whether you have a horse in the race or not, you
are welcome to attend the races on Jan. 22nd and
“bet” on your favorite horses. A delicious cornbread and chili dinner will
be served at 5:00 pm. The
races will begin at 6:00 pm.
Come dressed as your derby alter ego! You won’t be
the only one! Read more
Chili
about the horse and Sky
Feed!
Box auction on page 9.
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2
Tue
Wed
26
12:00 pm Brown
Bag Forum ~ Jim &
Lu Ross
25
8:30 am Titan
Missile Museum
Shuttle Excursion
4:30 pm Rocky
Mountain States
Potluck
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2:00 pm Hot
Fudge Sundae
Social Music by
Sabre & Amber
4:30 pm Ballroom
Dance
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12:00 Brown Bag
Forum ~
Steve Bielke
4:30 pm Taco
Tuesday
6:00 pm Karaoke
with Tom
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8:30 am Arizona
Sonora Desert
Museum Shuttle
Excursion
4:00 pm MichiganWisconsin Potluck
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10:00 am DeGrazia
Gallery in the Sun
Shuttle Excursion
4:30 pm Singles
Potluck
10
9:00 am Mesa
Swap Meet
Shuttle Excursion
4:30 pm Ballroom
Dance
5:00 am Hot Air
Balloon Ride in
Marana
5
11:30 am Romeo &
Juliet Lunch at
Saguaro Corners
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12:00 pm Brewery
Tour Shuttle
Excursion
4
10:00 am Rincon
Foodie Class ~
What About Bread
3:30 pm Waist
Management Class
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9:00 am RightPath Screenings
9:00 am Free Coffee and Donuts
R.V.B Air & Heat
Presentation
2:00 pm Dick’s Jam Session
6:00 pm Katies’ Kitchen
7:00 pm Bingo
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9:00 am Free Coffee and Donuts Freedom RV
10:30 am Mini Time Machine
Museum Shuttle Excursion
2:00 pm Dick’s Jam Session
6:00 pm Katie’s Kitchen
7:00 pm Bingo
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9:00 am Bob’s Bike Repair
9:00 am Free Coffee and Donuts Virus Slayer & Box/Horse Auction
9:30 am Do You Want to Be a 10
or Not Seminar
2:00 pm Dick’s Jam Session
6:00 pm Katies’ Kitchen
7:00 pm Bingo
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9:00 am Free Coffee and Donuts USA Insurance
2:00 pm Dick’s Jam Session
6:00 pm Katies’ Kitchen
7:00 pm Bingo
RCE January 2016
Mon
3
6:30 pm Under
the Stars Movie
Night ~ “Vacation
2015”
Sun
28
8:00 am Kitt Peak
Observatory Shuttle
Excursion
4:00 pm Bonafide
BBQ
7:30 pm Boot Scoot
Boogie Dance
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10:00 am Health Fair
by Scott Shoemaker
2:00 pm Meet Your
Clubs
4:00 pm Don Pedro’s
Peruvian Bistro Food
Truck
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4:00 pm Jane’s Rolling
Wok Food Truck
7:00 pm Gaslight
Theatre ~ “The Cisco
Kid”
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9:00 am Farmers Mkt
10:00 am Elgin Wineries Shuttle Excursion
5:00 pm Ham & Bean
Soup Dinner
Dance Michael P
Thu
29
9:30 am San Xavier
Mission Shuttle
Excursion
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5:00 pm Horse
Races & Chili Feed
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7:30 am Nogales
Border Patrol
Facility Tour
Shuttle Excursion
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10:00 am Desert
Breakfast
Fri
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30
9:00 am Club Coffee
9:30 am RCE
Newcomer Orientation
6:00 pm Murder in
Margaritaland
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9:00 am Club Coffee
9:30 am RCE
Newcomer Orientation
16 9:00 am Club
Coffee - SkyMed
9:30 am SkyMed
Seminar
9:30 am RCE
Newcomer Orientation
10:00 am Kartchner
Caverns Excursion
7:00 pm Galli Concert
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9:00 am Club Coffee—
Camping World
9:30 am RCE
Newcomer Orientation
Sat
2
9:00 am Club Coffee
9:30 am RCE
Safety First!
The RCE Ambassadors
I’m OK
Here at RCE we want to make sure
you are A-OK! The “I’m Okay Club”
is a program for guests and residents who are living alone.
Once you sign up with the Activity Office, you
must call in daily before 10:00 am. This is just a da
ily check-in by phone that allows us to make sure
you are OK. If you don’t call in by 10:00 am, we
will try and reach you. If we’re unsuccessful, we
will come to your house and check on you. Please
stop by the Activity Office for sign-up and instructions. We look forward to seeing you.
New to Tucson or Rincon Country East?
Rincon Country East has a wonderful group of
resident volunteers who dedicate their time to
welcoming and helping newcomers just like you.
By the time you read this, you may have already
been greeted by one of our Parking Ambassadors who escort guests to their sites.
As an RCE newcomer, you are invited to attend a
free program run by our Orientation Ambassadors. Learn from long-time RCE residents where
you can find the best places to shop, eat out,
and sightsee in the Tucson and surrounding area. Learn where to find the nearest grocery
store, post office, RV supply store, and other
places you may wish to visit during your stay.
Speed Limit
Keep us speed bump free! Please observe
the 10-mph speed limit inside the park.
AED Device & 911 Phone
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) device and 911 Emergency phone are located in the
Breezeway near the office.
The Orientation Ambassadors are a great resource if you want to get an insider’s scoop
about RCE facilities, clubs, and activities. Attend
an orientation, and you’ll make new friends and
feel at home at Rincon Country East in no time.
Meet Your Clubs
Orientations take place every Saturday morning
after Club Coffee (about 9:30 am) in the Fireside
Lounge. Walk-ins are welcome!
Jan. 21 • 2:00 pm • Auditorium • Free
Have you always wanted to learn about Astronomy? Have you been meaning to learn
how to play pickleball? On Thursday, Jan.
21st, representatives from various RCE
clubs will be set up in the Auditorium with
samples of their crafts and other club information. Take the opportunity to meet
members. Learn what the clubs have to
offer you. Club representatives will be happy to tell you about their groups and answer any questions you may have.
About RCE Food Events:
BYOS “Green” Initiative
Please be advised that unless otherwise noted,
ALL breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and other food
events sponsored by RCE are “BYOS.” This
means “bring your own service” - plate, fork,
etc. Together, we will reduce the volume of disposable waste that ends up in landfills.
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Tucson Clean & Beautiful
Tuesdays* • 9:00 am • RCE Entrance
George O’Leary
Resort Owner
Have you noticed how nice and clean the road is
outside of Rincon Country East? That’s because
a wonderful crew of RCE volunteers keep it that
way! *Every other Tuesday at 9:00 am, the volunteer crew meets at the RCE gate and works
for about an hour and a half.
A Word From George
Sandra joins me in thanking all of you for choosing Rincon Country as your home away from
home each winter. Some of you have been coming here for over 20 years. A few have been with
us in RCE around 34 years and a few in RCW for
over 30 years.
Our crew needs help. Can you commit once a
month or more to giving a hand to help keep our
streets clean? All equipment is provided. If interested, please contact George Koss at 520-885-3410 or Don Nibbe at 520-334-9342.
The new year is traditionally a time for new beginnings. In the words of Mother Theresa, "Let
us always meet each other with a smile, for the
smile is the beginning of love." From our house
to yours, have a Happy and Healthy 2016!
Greetings and welcome to Rincon Country East
2016. Can you believe that 2015 is gone? The
time just flies around here with all of the Escape
to the Islands activities and more than 50 clubs
in full swing.
A Thank You from Judy
Here is a big thank you to all of our volunteers!
There isn’t a day that goes by that someone
doesn’t come into the Activity Office and offer to
help in an area that needs attention. These are
our silent volunteers. You do jobs when sometimes, I didn’t know the job needed to be done…
but you recognized it. You, the residents of RCE,
are the most giving and honorable people
around, and I thank you so much for your dedication. You are what makes this resort so great.
This note is for you, and YOU know who you are.
I thank you. I am sure I don’t say that enough. It
is people like you that make my position here at
RCE so gratifying and fun to come to each day.
We are so lucky to have many new residents this
year. Please try to wear your name tags so we
can get to know each other.
Our hope for you is that your 2016 is safe, happy, and fun. When the park is so full, please remember to drive the speed limit and pick up after your puppies. Most of all, enjoy yourself!
If you have questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to come by the office. The staff is always here for you.
Bonnie Noyes, RCE Manager
~ Judy Sinkular, Your Activity Director
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A Message From Your Activity Director
A very Happy New Year to all of you. Many wishes for a happy and
healthy 2016. Ah, a new year, it brings hope, a clean slate, and so much
more. For us here at RCE, it is a rush of activities, great weather, and
plans to be a better person. Some of us resolve not to waste energy,
save water, recycle, lose weight, exercise more, and the list just does not
stop. Hmm, should I ride my bike, take up hiking, learn a new craft, or
hone my Bocce skills? Pickleball sounds fun… I know I would love to quilt
more… but then there are those sawmill guys who offer a whole new
adventure. There are many bus tours for this new year. Several new
clubs have started, and we want to do it all. The theatre group is working
Judy Sinkular
on their new show for March. Our overnight trips continue to be popular
Activity Director
to the point that we ordered a second bus just for the West park. Thank
you so much for your participation. Look for a Cabaret night coming soon with RCE residents highlighting
their talents.
The Activity Office is currently selling tickets for the Gaslight Theatre presentation of “Cisco Kid.” The
seating is limited, so hurry! Our Annual Horse Races and Chili Feed is on Jan. 22nd. The sky boxes will be
auctioned at Wednesday coffee on Jan. 13th, featuring Mr. Mike Yarema from the Gaslight Theatre. Murder in Margaritaland, our second annual murder mystery night, is also a fun night of murder, suspicion,
and clues. Enjoy the Desert Breakfast, Taco Tuesdays and Karaoke, or the Newman’s Brown Bag Forum.
Wear Rincon & Win starts again this month, so make a trip to the RCE Gift Shop and let Joyce show you
around. Don’t forget. Show your Rincon spirit with a Rincon Country hat or t-shirt and you might win a
nice prize. Please remember to wear your name tag. For the residents who have been at the resort for a
while, there are many new faces this year. I encourage everyone to wear your name tag. If you do not
have one, the office will handle that for a mere $2.00. Wearing your name tag helps everyone.
***Michael P & The Gully Washers return on Jan 7th 6:30 for our first 2016 Dance. This dance is immediately following the Sawmill Ham & Bean Soup Dinner. **Sabre Faulk & Ambur Norgaurd will be here on
Jan. 24th during the Ice Cream Social. These shows on the 7th and 24th are a do not miss type show. Michael P and his gang are sure show
We had a great gathering of puppies and owners at our very first Jingle Bell
Pet Parade. Jake, owned by Cheryl, was a real character. He won Best Puppy.
Bella, owned by Karen, won Best Dressed. The group was very lively and
loved the gathering and the grass. Shhhhhh… don’t tell George!
The 2015 year was just too much fun here at RCE, but hang on now, 2016 has
the appearance of being, bigger, better, faster and prettier! Karen, our volunteers, and myself look forward to being in the midst of it!
**Waist Management: Speaking of bigger, better, faster and prettier, that is
where I find myself at this time of year. There are others in this category, so
here is my offer: meet up in the Fireside Lounge Monday, Jan. 4th at 3:30 pm
for our first Rincon Country Waist Management class. We will discuss exercise, diet, and how to get back to a manageable size. Come hear what we can
do for each other at Waist Management. Start the New Year out right,
whether you want to lose 5 lbs or 105 lbs.
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Karen Barta
Activities Assistant
For Club Leaders
The East Villager
RCE Box Office
Tickets
Submissions
Club leaders may now submit articles for “The
Villager” online.
Why wait in line for tickets at the Activity Office?
Simply complete the advance ticket reservation
form included with your newsletter. Place the
form in a sealed envelope with a check for the
appropriate amount made out to RCE. Address
the envelope to “Activity Office.” Drop it off at
the RCE Registration Office or the Activity Office.
Allow 3-5 days for processing. Tickets will be
placed in your mailbox. If you don’t have a mailbox, your tickets will be held for you in the Activity Office.
http://www.rinconcountry.com/east-park/clubleaders-admin-page/
Alternatively, you may email your articles to:
[email protected]
Please observe the following guidelines for
submitting articles. The deadline for the
monthly Villager is the 5th day of the month
prior to issue date. For example, the deadline
for the April Villager would be March 5.
Include times, dates, room locations, and contact names and numbers in your articles.
Please do not bold, underline or use ALL CAPITALS. Please keep articles to 150 words or less.
Food Trucks
50th Anniversary Celebration 1965
Jan. 14 • 4:00 - 6:00 pm • Pkng Lot
Our 50th Wedding Anniversary party will be held
at 2:00 pm on Feb. 14, 2016 in the Auditorium. If
you would like to participate, there are forms to
be filled out in the Activity Office, so we can
properly congratulate you. Please bring photos
or anything you would like us to set out for you.
The tickets are free, but we need to know how
many to plan for. If you have questions, stop in
the Activity Office or talk with Connie Leslie.
Jane’s Rolling Wok food truck serves delicious
Chinese food.
Jan. 21 • 4:00 - 6:00 pm • Pkng Lot
Don Pedro’s Peruvian Bistro food truck offers
Peruvian-style Paella, chicken and beef tenderloin, breaded shrimp, Peruvian Lo-Mein and
more.
Tucson Mobile
Bicycle Repair
Jan. 13th
9:00 am
In the Breezeway
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First Thursdays &
Farmers
Market
Katies’ Kitchen
Wednesdays • 6:00 pm •Aud
Rincon Country East
Bingo and non-Bingo players alike can visit
Katie’s Kitchen which opens at 6:00 pm every
Wednesday evening (before Bingo begins) from
Nov - Mar.
Thurs. • Jan. 7 • 9:00 am • Breezeway
Our small weekly Thursday Farmers Markets are
a thing of the past. Instead, this year we will
host a once-a-month MEGA Farmers Market every first Thursday of the month through March.
Katie’s famous hot dogs are back by popular request. Everyone loves a good dog! The menu will
also include a pack of 3 freshly made chocolate
chip cookies.
Our First Thursdays & Farmers Markets will be
bigger and better, with more local artisans selling hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, clothing, and
yard art. In addition to fresh produce, you can
buy locally-made salsas, soups, baked goods,
and even pet treats. At the Farmers Market, you
can grab a snack, have lunch, or take food home
to enjoy later.
You can also still buy fresh popcorn, popped by
the best duo of poppers around - Marylou &
Dennis.
First Thursdays will be a great place to find unusual items like chocolate vinegar and specialty
olive oils. If you’d like to purchase gifts that are
unique to Arizona for friends and family back
home, First Thursdays is the place to be.
January Bingo kicks off with a $250 progressive
pot! The pot will go up $50 each week.
Arrive for Bingo Happy Hour and enjoy Katie’s
Kitchen beginning at 6:00 pm every Wednesday
night. Bingo will begin promptly at 7:00 pm.
Clubs are invited to showcase your particular
activity or skills to newcomers.
Buy your cards, daubers and other supplies at
the door, and get ready to have a blast. Specials
will be sold before each game, so if you feel
lucky, you can purchase more cards.
Please support local vendors, enjoy the Arizona
sun, and meet your neighbors at the next First
Thursdays & Farmers Market - Thursday, January
7th, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, in the Breezeway
and Auditorium.
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Wake Up Wednesdays
Free Coffee, Donuts & Fun
Rise, shine, and join friends and
staff for coffee and fun in the Auditorium Wednesday mornings. It’s an
RCE tradition! Bring your own mug and we will fill
it up with hot coffee (regular or decaf) or hot water for tea. A table of tempting treats awaits you.
Select a donut, or if you insist on being healthy,
choose an apple or a breakfast bar.
Desert Breakfast
Jan. 8 • 10:00 am• Saguaro NP East• $6
Join us for breakfast in the beautiful Arizona Saguaro National Park on the second Friday of
each month at 10:00 am. Our Desert Breakfast
will be on Friday, Jan. 8th this month. Bring binoculars and watch the desert come alive or just
sit and visit with your RCE friends amidst the
gorgeous scenery. Guitars are welcome.
You'll hear important park news hot off the press.
We have an exciting, new format for Wednesday
Coffees this season. Your new Activity Office staff
have teamed up to show off their talents on the
RCE stage! We will be presenting entertaining
“Public Service Announcements” that will make
Wednesdays memorable throughout the season.
We’ll be serving a delicious John Wayne casserole, sausage, biscuits, fruit, sweet rolls, and
coffee. Please bring your own tables, chairs, and
table service.
Each week, our coffee sponsors will be waiting on
the sidelines with a wealth of information. Whether it’s helping you fix your bicycle or your teeth,
consider whether each week’s coffee sponsor can
in some way enhance your life.
Tickets are $6.00 and are available in the Activity
Office along with a map to the breakfast location. We will meet at the Tanque Verde Trailhead. This is a popular event and space is limited! Sign up is on a first-come, first-served basis.
There is a fee to get into Sg. Natl. Park. If you are
over 62, you can buy a lifetime pass for just $10.
Don't forget to purchase a 50/50 ticket. Half of all
proceeds collected support RCE clubs, and a portion could end up in your pocket if you are a lucky
Wednesday winner!
Doors open at 8:00 am. Coffee and donuts will be
served at 8:30, and our program will begin at 9:00
am. See you there!
Hot Air Balloon
Rides in Marana
Our January Coffee Sponsors are:
Jan. 6 - USA Insurance
Jan. 13 - Virus Slayer
Horse/SkyBox Auction
Jan. 20 - Freedom RV
Jan. 27 - RightPath
Jan. 10 • 5:00 am • Marana • $160 pp
Be part of the entire hot air balloon experience,
from blowing up the balloon, to lift-off, to a 45minute flight and landing. A Champagne breakfast is included. Feast on quiche, pastries, fruit,
cheese and sausage crackers, juice, champagne,
coffee, and hot cider. Seating is limited. For
more information, or to sign up, visit the Activity
Office. There is no shuttle for this trip. We will
meet in front of the Registration Office at 5:00
am and drive together. Lift-off is at 6:00 am.
ACTIVITY OFFICE HOURS
9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Mon - Fri
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Taco Tuesday
Horse & Sky Box Auction
Jan. 12 • 4:30 pm • Auditorium • $6
Jan. 13 • 9:00 am • Aud
Taco Tuesday is here! Mmmm, yes, the Rincon
Little Theatre is sponsoring this delicious and
festive meal at only $6.00 a plate.
Mr. Mike Yarema, from the Gaslight Theatre, will
be on-site at Wednesday coffee on Jan. 13th to
auction off the Horses & Sky Boxes for the Horse
Races & Chili Feed on Jan. 22nd. Mark these two
dates on your calendar! When Judy asked Mike to
be the auctioneer, she was pretty sure he had no
idea what would be involved with the mission, but
as a natural “ham,” he is sure to be up to the task.
The taco plate includes 2 tacos (ground beef or
chicken), refried beans, rice, and condiments.
Join us for a 5:00 pm dinner, and enjoy salsa and
chips on the tables beforehand, starting at 4:30
pm.
Bring your own service, margaritas, cervezas, or
other beverages. Tickets are available now in
the Activity Office. Ole!
Be the winning bidder on a Sky Box, and you’ll get
to be first in line for the famous Chili Feed by Bob
Schultz and crew! Owning a Sky Box also means
you get to dine at a table onstage where you’ll
have a birds-eye view of the racing action. You will
also have your own runner who will bring your
dinner, place your “bets,” and deliver your winnings to you!
Be sure to stay for Karaoke at 6:00 pm.
The Astronomy Club is sponsoring the Horse Races this season to raise money for club equipment.
Annual
Horse Races
& Chili Feed
Brought to you by The Astronomy Club...
Horse Races & Chili Feed
Jan. 22 • 5:00 pm • Auditorium • $7
Don’t miss out, the Horse races are in the top FIVE
most popular events offered at RCE. The race is
on for tickets. Get them by Jan. 20th!
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As a guest, you will receive a wad of “cash!” You
can spend the money at Margaritaland any way
you like. Caution: despite the best efforts of Sergeant Lord (aka Karen Barta), Margaritaland is
an unruly resort. Thieving and trickery is rampant! There is no right or wrong way to play the
game. Just relax as your character and have fun!
Our buffet dinner will include a juicy cheeseburger in paradise, mixed fruit, baked beans, orange
fluff salad, and dessert. We will also serve frozen
virgin margaritas! Bring your own tequila, and
we’ll provide the swizzle sticks to stir it in!
Murder in Margaritaland
Jan. 30 • 6:00 pm • Aud • $10
Somewhere in the tropics between the Port of
Indecision and Southwest of Disorder, you’ll find
murder meets mayhem and intrigue begins.
Tickets include dinner, margaritas, and the mystery party! To sign up for your character, contact
Judy in the Activity Office.
While most vacation at Margaritaland, an exclusive tropical island resort, to get away from their
troubles, for one unfortunate soul, it will mean
the end of their travels altogether. Has the lottery winner’s luck run out? Will it be the bartender who has served his last drink? Is the honeymoon over for the newlyweds before it even
began? Or will the stars collide for one Hollywood superstar? There is still time for you to be
one of the 100 costumed characters who will be
immersed in a shocking murder mystery in
“Margaritaland” on Jan. 30th.
To participate, choose a character from the character list in the Activity Office. You’ll receive an
exclusive invitation with some background information that further describes “who you are” the
night of the dinner party. Just dress the part and
show up! This is NOT a show. There is NO script
and there are NO lines to rehearse or remember!
Gaslight Theatre
“The Cisco Kid”
Jan. 14 • 7:00 pm • Gaslight Theatre • $16
It’s 1810, and revolution is in the air. In New
Spain, folks aren’t happy with the unruly rule of
the French. Into this charged atmosphere steps
Francisco de la Corazon, ready to reclaim his
family’s estate. Greedy relatives aren’t ready to
let that happen. To get what he wants, he has to
break the law, but when the law is so unlawful,
what’s a caballero to do?
At the party, everyone will receive a prominent
name tag and a few simple objectives. Your objec-tive, for example, might instruct you to “go
con-sole Lifesavin’ Sam about his break-up with
Kylie Cocktail.” As everyone mingles at the party
com-pleting their objectives, some key suspects
of a murder will begin to be revealed! Any of the
guests could turn out to be the victim, or you
might find that YOU are being accused of murder!
Don’t miss this fun, live theatre show. Doors
open at 6:15 pm. The show starts at 7:00 pm.
The Activity Office has a limited number of tickets available for purchase. There is no shuttle for
this event.
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Gophers
Under the Stars Movie Night
Jan. 3 • 6:30 pm • Courtyard • Free
A wish for a Happy New Year from your Park gophers. We have been busy running for stuff
needed to make our Park more enjoyable for
everyone, from plumbing, Christmas lighting,
landscaping, electrical, to home décor. We are
happy to have helped and look forward to a new
year of fun and games. “We’re not in the book,
you know.” Dennis & MaryLou
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and drinks, and
meet us by the fountain in the courtyard for a
night of fun. We will provide games and popcorn, and we’ll show a hilarious movie “Vacation 2015” on our GINORMOUS 12-foot, inflatable outdoor movie screen.
Come down early to get close to the heaters.
The fun starts at 6:30 pm.
months of disappointment,
this is really happening this
time. REALLY!!!!!
Saturdays • 9:00 am •Aud • $1
Join the clubs for a cup of coffee and a donut
each Saturday in the Auditorium. It’s a great way
to learn what the clubs are about, meet their
members, and be the first to know about upcoming club activities.
New Resident Phone Directory
If you have not yet scheduled
your appointment to have your
photo taken for the new resident
phone directory, please stop by
the Activity Office right away.
The Activity Office has your contact information from the Registration Office. If you wish to be in the directory,
please stop in the Activity Office to make any
needed changes, and to schedule an appointment to have your photo made. Consent forms
are located in the Activity Office. In order for
your name to appear in the directory, the Activity Office must receive this form with “I HEREBY
GRANT” checked, and the form must be
signed. We hope to produce the directory by
mid-February. The sooner you have your photo
taken, the quicker we can get the book out.
Many thanks to Phyllis Peterson who accepted
the challenge to handle the design, photography, and production of the new directory. It’s
a big project!
Bring your own mug and fill it up for just one
dollar. Proceeds support club activities. Please
enter through the Rec Hall door and enjoy the
new mural in the hallway. Remember to bring
money for the 50/50 drawings.
Our January Club Coffee Sponsors are:
Jan. 9 - Camping World
Jan. 16 - SkyMed
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RCE SHUTTLE EXCURSIONS
RIDE FREE on ALL trips under
100 miles round trip!
Save gas and save the parking hassle; ride the RCE Shuttle
to many exciting local events and area attractions. The
RCE Shuttle will drop you off and pick you up at easyaccess locations. Sign up for these trips early! Space is
limited to 12 passengers! All participants must sign a bus
waiver form.
Tucson Passbooks with coupons to area attractions are
available for sale in the Registration Office for $20.00.
Elgin Wineries Tour - Jan. 7 • 10:00 am • Parking Lot • $15
Did you know that wine makers are growing grapes right here in Arizona?
It’s true and it’s happening close by, so let’s go winery hopping! Our first
stop will be the Elgin Winery. Then we'll stop at several MORE wineries to
taste their selections. We'll stop for lunch in Sonoita and return to RCW in
the afternoon. Bring your favorite wine glass or purchase one on the tour.
The excursion cost is just $15. Lunch and wine are not included.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - Jan. 11 • 10:00 am • Parking Lot • Free
Join us on a trip to the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, a 10-acre National Historic District designed and built by world-renowned artist Ettore DeGrazia. DeGrazia is best known for capturing the spirit of the Southwest and
its people in his oil paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and water colors. See
the gallery art, as well as the colorful grounds and sculptures surrounding the property. Admission to the gallery is free. We may stop for lunch
on the return trip. Lunch is not included. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Kartchner Caverns - Jan. 16• 10:00 am • Pkng Lot • Ride $15
Discovered in 1974, Kartchner Caverns is a “live” cave with limestone formations still developing. The cave contains the longest-known “soda
straw” stalactite formation in the world. See the Throne Room or the Big
Room. We’ll stop for lunch (not included) in Benson before the tour. Sign
up and purchase tour tickets for $23 in the Activity Office ($38 pp total).
Tucson Brewery Tour - Jan. 17 • 12:00 pm • Pkng Lot • Ride Free
Leave the driving to us and hop aboard the Rincon Country shuttle for a whirlwind
brewery tour. We’ll have lunch at Borderlands Brewing, then head to Barrio Brewing Co. where you can sample their beer-battered fries and selection of beers.
Then it’s off to Thunder Canyon Brewery which boasts, “Our beer is a party in your
mouth!” Our last stumble… did I say stumble, I meant our last stop, will be the
Tap Room at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company. Sign up in the Activity Office.
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Nogales Border Patrol Facility Tour
Jan. 15• 7:30 am • Pkng Lot • Ride $15
Nogales, Arizona, is a town of about 20,000 and is
located approximately at the center of Arizona’s
southern border. Just south of the border is
Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, a city of about 250,000.
The Nogales port of entry is the busiest in the
state, and nearby is the largest Border Patrol operation in the U.S. We are offering a unique opportunity for you to tour the Border Patrol’s operations! We’ll stop for lunch (not included) on the
way home. The deadline for non-U.S. citizens to
sign up for this tour has expired. U.S. citizens can
still sign up, subject to availability, through Jan.
7th. Bring a chair, hat, and water.
Mesa Market Place Swap Meet
Arizona Sonora Desert Museum
Jan. 10 • 9:00 am • Pkng Lot • $25
Jan. 19 • 8:30 am • Pkng Lot • Ride Free
The Arizona Sonora Desert Museum is frequently
ranked THE top attraction in the Tucson area. See
majestic mountain lions, otters, giant tarantulas,
javelina, and more. Walk through a reproduction
of a cave, complete with stalagmites and a water
pool. Many exhibits are outdoors, so bring a hat
and sunscreen. We’ll
return to RCE at about
2:00 pm, stopping for
lunch on the way home.
Museum admission and
lunch are not included.
The Mesa Market Place Swap Meet is a fun, openair market consisting of hundreds of unique merchants. In fact, if you manage to cover the entire
swap meet, you will have covered 1 1/4 miles of
vendors selling everything under the sun! At the
Mesa Market Place Swap Meet you’ll find furniture, wall art, rugs, southwestern and handcrafted items, jewelry, clothing, accessories, vintage
items, pottery, candles, and much more!
Graze the snack bars while you shop, or have
lunch at the food court, and listen to the live music on the food court stage.
About the RCE Shuttle
Ride the shuttle to and from Mesa, AZ with your
fellow RCE shop-till-you-droppers for $25. The
shuttle will depart at 9:00 am. Admission to the
Swap Meet is free.
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Sign up for all trips in the Activity Office. All
trips under 100 miles are free. The charge varies for trips over 100 miles. All fees must be
paid at sign-up.
On all trips a 24-hour notice of cancellation
must be given to avoid a $15 charge.
Unless otherwise noted, admission fees and
meals are not included in the trip prices
shown.
The driver is in charge of actual departure
times.
The shuttle can accommodate 12 passengers
on a first-come, first-served basis.
MORE RCE SHUTTLE EXCURSIONS
Mini Time Machine Museum - Jan. 20 • 10:30 am • Pkng Lot • Ride Free
Journey through history in miniature with a tour of different lands and eras,
both real and imagined. The Mini time Machine Museum has over 275 miniature houses and other artifacts on display. We’ll return to RCE at about 1:00
pm, stopping for lunch on the way home. Riders choose the lunch spot by
popular vote. Museum admission and lunch are not included. Sign up in the
Activity Office.
Titan Missile Museum - Jan. 25 • 8:30 am • Pkng Lot • Ride Free
The Titan Missile Museum brings Cold War history to life. On display is the
Titan II, a missile that was capable of delivering a 9-megaton nuclear warhead to targets more than 6300 miles away in about 30 minutes. Nowhere
else in the world can you get this close to an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Admission is $9.50 for adults and $8.50 for seniors. We’ll stop for lunch at a
casino on the return trip. Lunch not included. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Kitt Peak Observatory - Jan. 28 • 8:00 am • Pkng Lot • Ride $10
Kitt Peak Observatory is a collection of 24 of the world’s largest optical telescopes. Among them is the largest solar telescope in the world!
Astronomers have made many notable discoveries at Kitt Peak. It was here
they found evidence of dark matter, after looking at the rotations of galaxies. Scientists think dark matter makes up most of the universe and explains
the acceleration of the cosmos’ expansion. The telescopes at Kitt Peak
(elevation 6,000 ft) are in such great demand that scientists may wait years
to access them. The ride cost is $10 pp. Tours are $7.75 per person for a single tour or $9.75 for all 3 tours.
San Xavier Mission - Jan. 29 • 9:30 am • Pkng Lot • Ride FREE
Acclaimed as the finest example of mission architecture in the United
States, the Mission San Xavier del Bac, also known as the White Dove of the
Desert is located southwest of Tucson on the Tohono O’odham Indian Reservation. For the first time in its more than 230-year history, free guided
tours are now available. The 45-minute tours are led by specially trained, volunteer docents, who explain the Mission’s history and its lavishly decorated
interior, the richest and most ornate in the Southwest. We’ll stop for lunch
on the way back.
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The Rincon
Country
Fun
Bus
The Amazing Shark Tank at the Golden Nugget
Fun Bus to Las Vegas!
Join Us for These Optional Package Add-Ons:
Feb. 8-11 • 7:00 am • Pkng Lot • $200/$250
Las Vegas, here we come! Hop on the Rincon
Country Fun Bus for a fabulous 3-night/4-day trip
to Las Vegas. We’ll depart on Feb. 8 and enjoy
lunch and snacks (provided) on the ride up. Upon
arrival, your bags will be delivered to your room
at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino, located
in the heart of downtown Las Vegas on Fremont
Street. Take in the free Fremont Street light
show. It’s a top Las Vegas attraction. The light
show canopy is the largest video screen in the
world! It covers 4 blocks! Shows run hourly from
6 pm - midnight.
On Feb. 9th, we’ll take a side trip to scenic Red
Rock Canyon. Located 17 miles from the Las Vegas strip, Red Rock Canyon’s unique geologic
features, plants and animals represent some of
the best examples of the Mojave Desert. The
Canyon receives more than a million visitors each
year. The Red Rock Canyon side trip and lunch
are included in the package.
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Fremont Zipline: Thrillseekers can “zip” along
Fremont Street at up to 40 miles per hour
while suspended from a zipline cable 77 feet
high!
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Lake Mead Day Cruise: On Feb. 9, take a day
cruise and lunch on nearby Lake Mead. $35
prepayment is required.
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See a fabulous Las Vegas show. TBA
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VIP Tour of Pawn Stars and fellow companies.
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Shark Tours: Experience a 200,000 gallon
shark aquarium right next to the Golden Nugget swimming pool!
Ham & Bean Soup Dinner
By: The Sawmill
SOUP’s
ON!
In addition to 3 nights accommodations, roundtrip transportation, and 3 lunches, our Las Vegas
package ALSO includes one breakfast buffet, and
a Fun Book filled with great deals. All this for just
$200 pp double occupancy or $250 pp single occupancy.
BYOS
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We’ll leave Las Vegas on Feb. 11th at 7:00 am and
enjoy lunch and snacks on the ride home.
Sign up in the Activity Office.
Thurs. • Jan. 7 • 5:00 pm • Auditorium
Make checks payable to RCE.
Tickets $6.00
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Rocky Mountain States Potluck
Fun Bus to Laughlin
Monday • Jan. 25th • 4:30 pm • Rec. Hall
Mar 13 - 16 • 9:00 am • Pkng Lot
Welcome to all you folks from the Rocky Mountain states (and anyone else who would like to
come) to the Rocky Mountain States Potluck
Dinner. Please sign up in the Activity Office, and
let us know if you’re bringing a main dish, salad,
bread, or dessert. Iced tea, coffee, and water
will be available. Bring your own service and any
beverage (including alcoholic) you might like,
other than those provided. We look forward to
seeing old friends and meeting new ones. See
you there! For questions, contact:
$200 pp double/$265 pp single
Hop on The Rincon Country Fun Bus for a 3
night, 4 day trip to Laughlin, Nevada from Mar
13 - 16. Enjoy snacks, games, and lunch on our
luxury bus ride to The Golden Nugget Hotel and
Casino. Upon arrival, the bellman will deliver
your bags to your room. There you will find a
packet of comps, side trip information, and
much more.
The package price includes 2 optional side trips.
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Charlotte Foster, Site #231
970-901-8060
Visit Oatman, one of Arizona’s most fascinating and well-preserved mining towns. Explore Oatman’s rich history, shop, or see a
gunfight show.
Michigan-Wisconsin Potluck
Tuesday • Jan. 19th • 4:00 pm • Rec. Hall
See the Hoover Dam in the Black Canyon of
the Colorado River. It took 8.5 million
pounds of dynamite to blast the foundation
for the dam! Tour and dam entry fees apply.
Optionally, you can purchase $10 tickets for a
professionally-guided boat tour on the Colorado
River. Learn fun facts and enjoy an onboard bar.
Please sign up in the Activity Office by Friday,
Jan. 15th. We will gather in the Rec. Hall at 4:00
pm, and eat at 4:45 pm, with fun and games to
follow. BYOB, table service, a dish to share, and
a white elephant gift for our “last is best” exchange. Your potluck coordinators:
We’ll stop for dinner at Saltgrass afterwards
(not included).
Marie Hartman, #181 (Michgan)
Peg Hamele #121 (Wisconsin)
Don’t miss this fun trip! *Cost is $200.00 per person, based on double occupancy or $265.00 for
single occupancy. Space is limited to just 50
seats available to RCE residents/guests. If you
would like more details about this trip, please
contact the Activity Office.
Sign up in the Activity Office.
Make checks payable to RCE.
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Seminars
Jan. 27 • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm • Auditorium
If you or a friend or family member is looking for
more options in personalized health care, consider this screening. We know many diseases are
preventable or better treated if detected early prior to symptoms. Timing is key. Be proactive.
What you don’t know CAN hurt you. Schedule
your annual screening to stay on the ‘RightPath’
to good health!
Resolve to Protect Your Assets
Jan. 16 • 9:30’ish • Auditorium • Free
Hosting Free Coffee & Donuts
Door Prizes - Dream Week Sweepstakes
This New Year season, resolve to protect your
assets with a SkyMed membership. You can conserve your cash, provide a comfort zone for your
family, and gain peace of mind, knowing you
have trustworthy services of SkyMed, the premier emergency travel company.
Cardiovascular Screening includes: Heart Ultrasound, Atrial Fibrillation, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Carotid Arteries Ultrasound, and a Thyroid
Ultrasound
Abdominal Screening Includes: Abdominal Aorta,
Gallbladder, Kidneys, Pancreas, Spleen, Liver
In event of hospitalization due to illness or injury, SkyMed provides emergency transportation
services to TAKE YOU HOME to your own doctor, hospital, and family, at no cost to you other
than your membership. Further, SkyMed is guaranteed renewable regardless of future illness,
injury, or age.
BP, pulse, & blood oxygen saturation level is FREE
with all screenings.
BEST VALUE: All 11 Screenings - $200 An immediate report is provided.
Appointments are required and space is limited.
Call: 800-770-0240 to schedule an appointment!
Now is the time to protect your lifestyle while
you’re healthy. Discover the many benefits of
SkyMed and how to enter the Dream Week Vacation Sweepstakes, following coffee and donuts at RCE on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 9:00 am.
For questions, contact Jerry and Marilyn Collins,
SkyMed’s local representatives, at 208-867-8739
or [email protected].
Health Fair by Scott Shoemaker
Jan. 21 • 10:00 am - 12:30 pm • Aud • Free
Do You Want to Be a 10 or Not?
Scott Shoemaker, with Senior Helpers, will bring
in a variety of health care vendors to give out information. This is a great time to visit one on one
with vendors about health care providers, hospice, and so much more. Healthy snacks will be
given away.
Jan. 13 • 9:30’ish • Auditorium • Free
Attend a Q & A seminar by the Virus Slayer immediately following Wednesday coffee on Jan.
13th. Learn all about Windows 10 and whether
upgrading your computer to Windows 10 is right
for you.
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Activities From
A - Zumba!
We have a huge variety of activities at Rincon Country East. Some are led by individuals and
others are organized by clubs. You are welcome to join any of the clubs and other activities
listed alphabetically in the following pages.
Astronomy Club
500 Card Game
If you look down and see earth, and
look up and see the stars, you have
the skills needed to be a stargazer.
Whether you are a seasoned 500 player or you
are a newbie, meet us in
the Rec. Hall every Saturday evening at 7:00 pm for
a great game. You must be
signed up in the Coffee Room by noon on Saturday. We typically play until 9:30 pm. Play will
continue through April 15th.
One of our first events is to host the Horse Races
and Chili Feed. That means a lot of work with
good benefits. I am hopeful you will see this announcement and come running. We hope to see
you there in the Fireside Lounge on January 2nd
at 11:30 am. We will discuss some of the bus trips
to a variety of observatories in the area, as well
as fundraising for our new club. We will work towards having our own viewing area with facilities
where we can bring our telescopes to view the
night sky.
If you are looking for a fun card game and a
great bunch of players, then show up on Saturday evening and join in the fun. See you then!
For questions:
We are fortunate to winter in a location that has
warm, dry winter weather and many clear nights
for stargazing. The area also has a number of
great viewing and teaching sites such as the universities’ Mt. Lemmon area, Kitt Peak, and private sites like the one in Benson. The Activity
Office is working to set up a number of these activities for us to attend.
Juanita Peuse, #73 / Marlene Buchert, #132
651-245-7524 / 520-207-0196
Aerobics
Start your day right. Join a friendly
group for senior aerobics We
meet daily from 8:00 - 9:00 am in
the Rec. Hall.
Please join me in forming this club, and get looking up to the skies. Contact the Activity Office to
sign up, or just show up on Jan. 2nd at 11:30 am.
Dennis Bonnville, Site #129
505-294-6715
Tour Our
Model
Home
For Sales, Call Alisa:
520-886-8431
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(Bean Bag) Baseball Club
Activities
We have ONE team signed up for Bean Bag
Baseball, and they are waiting for some competition! Mr. Jack Conroy built us a board to use.
Thank you, Jack! Judy is ready with the bean
bags and the rules. She will demonstrate how
the game works at Wednesday morning Coffee
on Jan. 6th in the Auditorium. Come see the
game in action and sign up to participate.
Ba - Bo
Bocce Club
The 2015-2016 bocce season got under way with
the November Fun League. With many teams
already registered, games were played Monday
through Thursday afternoons until the week before Christmas. The Fun League provides a fun
atmosphere for everyone to get back into the
swing of things. We thank Rick Pierce for getting
this KISS League (keep it simple, sweetie) together for our season to begin. Bocce Ball is a
fun sport enjoyed by many here at RCE.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Instructor Ron Pollisto, from the musical group
The Tucson Twosome, is a lifelong entertainer
and ballroom dancer. He loves ballroom dancing
and enjoys teaching others.
Ballroom dance lessons take
place every Sunday in the Auditorium from 3:30 - 4:30 pm.
Classes will continue throughout the season. To take this
class, all you need is the desire
to dance. Leave the rest to
Ron. A partner is not required.
The class goes for approximately one hour each Sunday and cost $4.00
per session. Sign up in the Activity Office.
I would like to thank Dave Hartman, Pirkko Olson, Marion Burns, and crew for making our Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Ugly Sweater contest
a success.
On Monday, Jan. 4th, the Regular League begins
and runs for eight weeks, ending in February.
Even though the leagues are full, we invite you
to sign up as a substitute. Spectators are always
welcome. The bocce court sideline offers a great
opportunity to get to know more people in the
Park. Bocce is a fun sport to watch and play. We
invite you to come and enjoy it with us.
In January, there will be two practice dances.
These dances, scheduled for Jan. 10th and 24th,
are open to all who enjoy ballroom dancing. The
cost is an extra $1 for students and $5 for nonstudents.
At this time, we are currently seeking someone
to coordinate the end-of-season party held in
March. Think about it and give us a call.
Whether it’s the Rumba, the Tango, or the Foxtrot, ballroom dancing can have lasting positive
effects on your health. Come give it a try!
Dennis & Jean Pionke, Site #127
608-617-8776
Billiards
Are you a whiz at pool? We have a weekly standing pick-up game meet-up time for Billiards.
Rendezvous with the sharks at 7:00 pm Tuesday
nights in the Billiards Hall.
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Activities
Brown Bag Forum
Bri - Bro
The Brown Bag Forum is an informal come-asyou-are event held every other Tuesday at noon
in the Rec. Hall, lasting no more than one hour.
Each session features a speaker (or in some cases a pair of speakers), drawn from within the
Park, who’ve kindly consented to share some of
their unique life experiences with the rest of us hence introducing us to curious events, situations, routines, knowledge, career perspectives,
etc., that otherwise we probably would know
little about. Essentially the Forum is just friends
working up and then sharing with the rest of us
some interesting bits of their lives; many sessions will include pictures projected from slides.
Attendees are encouraged to
bring and eat lunch during the
presentations, and are invited to
pose questions and otherwise
engage with the presenters.
Bridge (Duplicate)
Duplicate Bridge happens at 12:30 pm on Thursdays in the Rec. Hall. Please sign up in the Card
Room prior to each game.
Betty Ann Hughes, Site #336
520-722-3591
This program was started last season, in January
2015, and was a big success. There were six
events, all well attended, some with as many as
85 or 90 people in the audience. There was a fascinating mix of subjects. Attendees learned
about scholarship on Russian revolutionary
women from Barbara Newman, life as honored
American officials in Hosni Mubarak’s Egypt from
Fran and Willie McCuistion, what it’s like to discover, in middle age, that you’re adopted and
then to search for your birth parents from
George Koss, what is was like to teach at Kent
State during the Vietnam War by Jerry Newman,
Bridge (Party)
Party Bridge is a happening game every Monday
in the Rec. Hall from 12:30 - 3:30 pm. You must
sign up in the Card Room prior to the game
Marge DeBerg, #195/Marilyn Sell, #229
520-777-7909/520-777-5952
The Karaoke Club Brings You...
Ice Cream Social
Sunday
Jan. 24 • 2:00 pm
Rec. Hall • $3
BYO bowl & spoon and enjoy either a Hot Fudge
Sundae or the ice cream special of the month.
Tickets may be purchased at the door, but purchasing them early will help us ensure supplies last!
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the experience of “being Betty Crocker” by Jane
Dooley, and, finally, the untold but very impressive state of agriculture in today’s Cuba, by Sara
Mustonen.
Activities
The 2016 season promises to be equally varied
and interesting. The first speaker, on Tuesday,
Jan. 12, will be Steve Bielke, retired M.D., who will
present “A Doctor’s Life, A Non-Hollywood Version.” The second speakers, scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 26, will be Jim and Lu Ross, “Life Afloat,
with Two on a Boat,” the story of their Caribbean
adventures. The third speaker, Jim Landrum, on
Tuesday, Feb. 9, will talk about his career under
the heading “Having a Blast at Coors Industries”;
attendees may drink complimentary Coors while
listening. Scheduled as fourth speaker on Tuesday, Feb. 23, is Pat Treloar, her intriguing topic
being “Managing Health in a Women’s Prison.”
Batting fifth, on Tuesday, Mar. 8, is Bob Bancks,
who will talk about what it’s like to be a fictionwriting farmer - “Corn Silk and Yarn-Spinning: My
Life as a Fiction Writer.” Mary Ann Stark will conclude this season’s series on Tuesday, Mar. 22,
with “My Adventures as Bosun on a Shrimp
Boat.”
Bu - Ce
Busy Fingers
Come meet with us to learn a variety of crafts,
Mon-Wed-Fri from 12:30 - 4:30 pm.
Jan Dennis, Site #248
Ceramics
If you are interested in ceramics, this is your personal invitation to stop in the
Ceramics Room (Arts &
Crafts) to see what is going on. We meet every
Tuesday at 9:30 am. We cover the proper way to
clean greenware and show you different ways to
paint your project.
If you are not crazy about the poured greenware
pieces, then this is the place to be. This year, we
will have classes on hand building and sculpting
your own masterpiece.
Everyone staying in the Park is welcome to attend these events, and guests from outside the
Park may come too if invited. For questions or
suggestions, email [email protected] or
call:
From novice to advanced, you are all welcome.
Men and women are invited. Come by our shop
to see if ceramics is for you. Our seasonal dues
are $5.00.
Jerry Newman, Coordinator, Site #325
509-607-9103
Kathy Read
509-520-0339
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Sundays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
$4 pp, per session
Ron Pollisto, Instructor
520-301-5252
Social Ballroom Dance
with the Tucson Twosome
Jan. 10 & 24 • 4:30 pm • Aud • $5
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Activities
Co - Cou
Country
Gentlemen
Cooking Club - The Rincon Foodie Club
Our men’s singing group here at Rincon Country
East is called The Country Gentlemen. We have
been performing for over 30 years, and we’re
always seeking to add new members. A great
singing voice isn’t needed, just the ability to carry a tune. If one can read music, that is helpful
but not essential.
Bread • Jan. 4 • 9:00 am • Kitchen • $10
Join the Rincon Foodie Club to learn great, new
recipes. Our next class will take place on Monday, Jan. 4th. We will make and break bread together.
In this class, we will
prepare a peasant
bread, orange pecan
bread, cinnamon roll,
and a white loaf. We have 6 bread machines
that will be in different stages of bread making.
We will learn to make a sponge starter, which is
different from a sourdough starter.
We do not sing barbershop, but we do sing 4part harmony with accompaniment by our special lady, Linda Lazzeroni. The Country Gentlemen begin practice on Monday, Jan. 4th from
12:30 - 2:00 pm. You’ll find it easy to learn your
part by listening to the other singers. No audition is required, just your interest.
The class fee is $10.00. Each participant will
bring home 2 loaves of bread and recipes. Bring
two large baggies or something else to wrap
them and carry them home.
We schedule about eight singing performances
during late January through late March, and
have a farewell luncheon toward the end of
March. Some of us have been with the group for
over 25 years, and we’d love to have some newer residents check us out.
For more information, encouragement, and
comment, please call one of us: George Koss
(520-885-3410), Bill Rutledge (207-660-5373),
Scott Dooley (520-668-3550), Harry Holtrust (520
-398-6248), Jerry Newman (509-607-9103), or
any other member you know.
You’ll enjoy the experience of singing with our
group.
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Activities
Country Western
Dance Lessons
Cou - Hi
Genealogy Club
You could stay home on a Thursday night and
watch tv, or you could put on your fancy boots
and learn how to Country Western dance! Learn
the Texas Two-Step, the Double Two-Step, the
Country Waltz, the Cotton-Eyed Joe, and more.
The Genealogy Club is an informal group who share an interest in delving into their family
roots. We meet in the Fireside
Lounge on Wednesdays after
Coffee. We have no officers or
dues. Some of us have been doing genealogy for
years and others are just starting. We learn from
each other by sharing stories, experiences, websites, forms, and occasionally we go to the Family History Center for research. We always welcome new members. Check with the Activity
Office for the actual start date.
Free classes continue Thursdays from 7:30 - 8:30
pm. The only requirement is slick-soled shoes
with good support. No flip flops/tennis shoes!
Newcomers may jump into the class at any time
during the season by signing up for a one-time,
45-minute orientation so we can catch you up to
the rest of the class. Orientation starts at 6:45.
Please sign up for lessons in the Activity Office.
The Country Western dance group is teaming up
with Karen Barta’s Line Dancing group for a
Boot Scoot Boogie Dance at the RCE Honky
Tonk on Jan. 28th. The January social dance will
be a free event open to all RCE residents and
guests who would like to attend.
Jeanne Perdue
509-660-1370
Hearts
Jill & Cesar Hernandez, Site #306
817-874-1501
Hearts is played year round on Friday nights beginning at 6:00 pm in the Card Room. Join us!
Croquet Club
Hiking
The Croquet Club is a group of residents who
enjoy playing a fun game which takes us back to
when we were youngsters. We are inviting new
residents, both women and men, to join us at
Abraham Lincoln Park, located on Escalante
Road just west of Camino Seco on the south
side. We have 3 courts set up to play on every
Monday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. We have all the
equipment needed to play, including mallets.
Get ready to join a friendly group of hikers for a
stroll in the desert. We meet on Mondays at 8:30
am and Fridays at 8:00 am in the Breezeway.
We play a more competitive-style game which
makes the game even more fun and interesting.
We’d love to have more players, so if you are
interested, come on out and join us. Give it a try!
Monday’s easy hike returns by noon. On Fridays,
the group heads out for an intermediate-level
hike and returns by early afternoon (so bring
your lunch). All hikers should come prepared
with water, a snack, and sunscreen. The groups
will carpool for this activity and the fee is $2 to
help with gas expenses if you are not driving.
For questions, call:
Jack Brown, #207/Vic Scheuring, #398
520-300-6680/520-290-4135
Henry Roberts
520-777-4609
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Activities
Ho - La
Kokopelli Flute Circle
The Kokopelli Flute Circle meets in
the Craft Room every Wednesday
evening at 7:00 pm. We share music, stories, and flute experiences.
Horseshoes - The Rincon Ringers
The horseshoe pits are located behind the tennis courts in the SE corner of the park. They are
available to anyone who wants to
pitch. We have lots of shoes in our
shed that can be used and the
door is never locked.
We are a circle of beginners to experienced flute
players and welcome anyone interested in learning more about playing the Native American
style flute.
For more information, call:
Georgia
520-733-1229
During January and February we have a league
anyone can join. Our league pitches on Friday
afternoons at 12:30 pm. At any other time the
pits are open to anyone who wants to use
them.
Jim Dennis, Site #408
Lapidary & Silversmithing Club
Karaoke
Club
If you are at all interested in working with
stones, or silversmithing, come and visit with us
to see what we are doing. We will be glad to
show you around to see the various projects being worked on at the present.
Join us for some fun on
Tuesday,
Jan.
12th.
Come for Little Theatre
taco night. Enjoy chips
and salsa beginning at
4:30 pm and tacos and fixings at 5:00 pm. Stay
for Karaoke at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome,
even if you don’t sing. Come and enjoy all types
of music. Maybe you have a special request you
want to hear, and who knows, we all might start
singing it! Our Karaoke host, Tom, has several
books of thousands of songs to browse
through. Sing one, join in our “group-alongs,”
or just sit back, listen, and enjoy. Bring beverages and snacks, and let’s start having some fun!
You won’t need a lot of tools to get started; we
have some for you to use to try your hand.
At present, we are open on Tuesdays from 9:00
to noon, and again from 1:00 to 4:00pm. On
Wednesdays, we are open from 9:00 to noon.
For any other times, please contact:
Scott Dooley
218-527-0101
The Karaoke Club also sponsors the Ice Cream
Social every month. We would like to invite you
to join us this month, Sunday, January 24th at
2:00 pm in the Rec. Hall. For only $3.00, you can
enjoy a hot fudge sundae or the ice cream special of the month. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
Wally and Lyn Bielski, Site #79
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Library News
Activities ib - in
The hours of the RCE
Library are from 7:00
am- 10:00 pm. Come
in and borrow a
book or magazine, no need to sign out, just
please return to one of the brown baskets on
the center desk. Our volunteers will assure they
are returned to their proper place.
Line Dancing
Are you tired of sitting on the sidelines watching
other people line dance and have fun? Get up out
of your seat and join in.
Come to the Auditorium every Monday throughout the season from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Classes cost
only $3 per session. This is a fun and inexpensive
way to enjoy a two-hour workout with friends.
We really appreciate all the donations. Please
remember no hardback novels, except in large
print, and no magazines older than 3 months.
The dances are not difficult, so give it a try. If you
are just starting out, no
worries… if you can move
your feet, then you can
line dance! Don’t miss the
fellowship and fun. Your
feet want to dance!
Everyone is welcome to work on the jigsaw puzzles. We usually keep the latest finished one on
display while working on a new one. The puzzles can also be borrowed if you have room to
work them.
We’re getting lots of new books. Check us out,
and maybe you’ll find a new favorite author this
New Year!
I would like to start a class for beginners if we
have enough interest. It will be held on Thursdays
from 9:30 - 11:30 am and the cost is $3.00 per session. If interested, please see Karen Barta.
Jeanne Perdue, Site #10
Our Boot Scoot Boogie Dance is on Jan. 28th at
7:30 pm in the Auditorium. This is a free dance for
anyone who likes to line dance or partner Country
Western Dance.
Karen Barta
586-292-6133
The Rincon Little Theatre
Presents:
Taco Tuesday

BYOB
BYOS
Chips & Salsa
 Two tacos (beef or chicken)
 Refried Beans & Rice
Jan. 12 • 4:30 pm • Aud • $6 pp
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Activities
most importantly, they
put on the annual Rincon Country East Photo
Show in March of each
year, in which all Park
residents participate by
entering photos in an exhibition juried by Park
residents themselves. From the winning photos
in each entry, members of the Club select those
photos deemed Best in Show. More than 100
photos were entered in 2015, and the Club,
which has hosted this popular event for 20 years,
expects and hopes to see a still greater number
this coming March. If you have taken some interesting photos this year, then you should consider entering the exhibition. More information on
that will appear in the February and March Villagers. For information, contact:
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Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg is played year round in the Card
Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 am.
There is always room for new faces! We’ll be
happy to teach you how to play. Make time to
join us.
Ruthe Fox
Musical Jam
Session
Jerry Newman
509-607-9103
Dick’s Jam Session invites
you to join the fun that’s
happening in the Rec. Hall
beginning at 2:00 pm every Wednesday all year
long. This friendly group of musicians jam the
afternoon away to an audience that just wanders through the doorway to sit and enjoy listening to the music. Attendance is free.
Note
the
New
Date
Photo Club
The Boot Scoot Boogie
The Photo Club meets on the first Wednesday of
every month at 7:00 pm in the Fireside Lounge,
thus the January meeting will be on Wed., Jan.
6, and all interested people are cordially invited
to attend.
at The RCE Honky Tonk
Jan. 28th • 7:30 pm • Aud • Free
Hitch up your horse and head on in. Everyone who loves Country Western music,
Country Western partner dancing, and line
dancing is invited to hang out at the RCE
Honky Tonk on Jan. 28th. Bring your own
longnecks and other big boy beverages.
The Club’s activities include planning a group
photo outing each month, usually on some
morning - e.g., to gardens, galleries, industrial or
mining sites, bird sanctuaries, nature preserves,
and other out-of-the-way places (not always inside Tucson); often the group lunches together
afterwards. (In December 2015, the group visited the Diana Madaras Gallery in Tucson.)
Wear your boots, your britches, and your
bolo ties. We’re gonna boot scoot until 9:30
or until the cows come home.
Members also share photographic tips, help
each other to host 50-50 coffee hours, and,
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Pickleball
Activities
Pickleball players from Rincon Country East invite everyone to come try the fastest growing
sport in America - pickleball. Think ping pong
and tennis combined, and you’ll have an idea of
what’s involved in this fast, fun game. It was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, WA, and
got its name when the family dog “Pickles” kept
running off with the ball.
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Rincon Kokonuts
Calling all singers! The Rincon Kokonuts will be
starting up again on Tuesday, Jan. 5th. All men
and women who enjoy singing are welcome to
join us.
Rincon Country East is fortunate to have two beautiful, dedicated Pickleball
courts, and most days of
the week you’ll find them
filled with players laughing, joking, and getting some lively exercise.
Come join us weekday mornings beginning at
9:00 am. We are happy to teach the game to
new players and share our love of this fun sport.
The courts are also open at other times during
the week and weekends for you to play. We
have extra paddles and balls in the shed next to
the courts. For more information, contact us.
We’ve had a fun and busy season so far. Our
dedicated leader, Marian Davis, retired in November. Thanks, Marian, for over twelve years
of service to the Kokonuts!
THANK YOU, MARIAN DAVIS!
LOVE, RCE
Kris Pierce stepped up and took over through
the holidays. The group performed for Sherwood Village Assisted Care Home on Nov. 29th.
It was a wonderful time for all! We also sang a
few songs at the Dec. 16th Coffee and led a singalong.
Otis Lawson/Dennis Bonnville/Lenna Holland
303-751-1475/505-294-6715/828-371-1866
We would like to welcome our new Director,
Sharon Phelps, to the group. Sharon comes
from Alaska and is new to the park this year. She
is taking over officially in January. Now is a perfect time to join the Rincon Kokonuts. Sharon
plans to have the group sing in parts. Come join
in the fun!
Rincon Little
Theatre
We have named our Show for 2016. It will be The
Rincon March Madness. Now we are looking for
new faces and new acts. We always have a
shortage of men, so please consider joining a
great bunch of fellow residents, and help us
make a great show even better.
Kris Pierce
Hello from Sharon, this is a personal invitation
from me to anyone in the Park who would like
to be involved in the Kokonuts Club. The group
will be working on new music and arrangements
to show off in 2016. Please consider checking us
out. Be a part of this fun, growing musical
club. See you on Tuesdays at 9:00 am in the Auditorium. It’s free and fun!
If you have any questions, or if you would like to
participate, please see Karen at Wednesday
Coffee, in the Activity Office, or at Site #199.
The Show will take place on Saturday, March
5th. Please join us, we’d love to have you.
Karen Barta, Site #199
586-292-6133
Sharon Phelps, Site #134
907-299-6731
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Activities
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Sawmill
It’s January, and that means
it’s time for Ham & Bean
Soup and cornbread. Tickets
are still just $6.00. Get your tickets now! The
Sawmill Club is open to all RCE residents and
guests and open year round to members. Currently we have over 35 members. New members
pay $7.00 as an entry fee and all members pay
$10.00 per year. All of the equipment in the shop
is available for members to use. The Club furnishes and maintains standard woodworking tools
and supplies. Provision of an individual’s lumber
and special items is their own responsibility.
The ROMEO & JULIET Club is a brand new
group at RCE. ROMEO’s are “Retired Old
Men Eating Out.” JULIET’s are “Just Us Ladies Informally Eating Together.”
Safety classes are offered throughout the season. Monitors are on hand to assist and instruct
as needed. There is always a member available
to assist upon request. Stop by to see what
we’re working on, or get started on a project of
your own. We’d be happy to have you join us!
The Woodshop is open from 9:00 am - noon and
from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm daily.
Join the ROMEO’s and the JULIET’s for a
monthly outing to a local restaurant. If you
would like to go, please sign up in the Activity Office. Let us know if you need a ride or
if you are driving. Each person will be responsible for their own meal cost.
Last month we had a great time at Oregano’s. This month we’re going to Saguaro
Corners. Saguaro Corners is a restaurant
with fun food in a pleasant setting. Enjoy
wildlife and desert beauty right outside our
windows.
Sonny Alfaro
847-601-4767
Singles Group
Monday • Jan. 11th • 4:30 pm • Rec. Hall
Where: Sahuaro Corners
The RCE Singles Group invites all singles to join
them on the second Monday each month. Please
join us for a potluck on Monday, Jan. 11th. Bring
a dish to share, a beverage, and nickels for a
game. Sign up in the Activity Office.
3750 S Old Spanish Trail
Date:
Tuesday, January 5th
Time:
1:00 pm
Car & Name Tags
Car and name tags are available in the Registration Office. Car tags let the gate staff
know you are one of us so they can quickly
admit you. Name tags are $2.00 each. They
are really helpful when meeting new people.
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Square Dancing
Activities
Welcome to modern Western
Square Dancing, where you can
find fun, fitness, and friendship. The fun starts the very
first time you step on the floor.
If you haven’t seen modern Square Dancing, you
probably think of a few farm folks in an old barn
doing some crazy dance to an old time band
playing “Turkey in the Straw.” Well, things have
changed and so has Square Dancing. The music
is varied and includes country, western, rock and
roll, and current pop. The moves still include a
few old favorites like “dosido,” but there are
many newer moves that are designed to create
interesting patterns. We’ll have a mainstream
dance with a plus workshop or review if requested.
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Texas Hold ’Em Poker
Texas Hold’em Tournaments are
held on the first and third Monday of each month in the Card
Room. Please arrive at 5:30 pm.
Play begins at 6:00 pm. Please sign up beforehand in the Card Room, so we know how many
tables will be required. Rules are posted in the
Card Room.
Everyone is welcome to play, and there is a signup board in the Card Room. If you have any
questions, contact:
George Golibersuch, Site #12
520-885-6666
Special Note: Square Dancing is on hold at this
time, pending more interest. We need 8 people
confirmed to have a square. If you are interested
in learning square dancing, please come to the
Activity Office and sign up so we can get this going again. Don Haney is our caller. He is one of
the best in the nation. So, if you want to learn a
new dance, or just dance, please let us know.
Vespers
The Vespers Sunday evening service for the
month of January will focus on what is meant by
the Church and Body of Christ or family of God.
There is always a time for discussion and input
from everyone present. On Jan. 17, the Gospel
singing group, Blue Grass from Heaven, will present an evening of great gospel music. They are
still called by their old name, but there is very
little Blue Grass style to their music.
Pending the formation of a full square, dancing
will take place Monday nights at 7:00 pm in the
Auditorium. Don’t be a round - join our square,
and dance the night away. Classes are $4.00 per
person and will go until 8:30 pm. Sign up in the
Activity Office.
When guests come to minister to us is the only
time we receive an offering, and we invite you
to participate in this group service for The Lord.
Don Haney, Caller
520-574-6863
Our Jan. 17 service will be in the Auditorium at
6:00 pm, and every other Vesper Service will be
in the small Rec. Hall, also at 6:00 pm. For information, call:
Tennis
Tennis players of all skill levels are looking for
others to play a friendly game. If you’d like to
play, meet us at the court Mondays at 9:00 am
or call:
Robert Sutphen, 520-867-3164
Pat and Steve Bielke, Site #232
262-424-4046 or 262-424-4047
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Activities
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Zumba
Don’t be afraid to try Zumba. This is not the wild
and crazy Zumba you see on TV or have tried at
local gyms; it is geared for mature adults. As we
Zumba, you choose your pace. Come enjoy the
Latin beats and friendly company.
Water Aerobics
The Lillies & the Princes
It’s always perfect pool weather to enjoy the
awesome pool at RCE! Join the water aerobics
group for exhilarating exercises. If the weather
is good, we start at 11:00 am on weekdays, except for Wednesdays. Our Wet and Wonderful
CD leads us through a great 45 minute workout,
followed by a soak in the Lobster Pot. Join us!
Join us in the Rec. Hall for Zumba. It’s free! We
meet on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings
from 10:00 am - 11:00 am and on Wednesdays
from 10:30 am - 11:30 am. If there are variations
in time, or cancellation due to schedule conflicts,
prior notice will be given.
Karen Barta
586-292-6133
Wii the RCE People
Wii Bowling is tons of fun! Give
it a try! We play every Monday
at 11:30 am. All you snowbirds
better sharpen your skills! We
are a hot group! Let’s have a
grand season. Stop by the Activity Office to sign
up and join.
Ladies Christmas Potluck/Auction
a Huge Success!
Woodcarving
Woodcarving meets from 9:00 am - 11:30 am
each week on Thursdays. Beginner carving instruction is offered. Experienced carvers are
welcome too! Several basswood cutouts will be
available at a minimal cost, but tools are not provided. There is no fee for joining or instruction,
so give it a try!
What a grand day it was at the RCE Ladies
Christmas Potluck and Auction last month.
The potluck table was crammed full of delicious dishes from our residents. Our ladies
came ready to buy. Our RCE stage was packed
with gifts to auction, and auction we did! The
group raised $1,425 for Wounded Warriors of
Arizona. The auction was emceed by our own
Karen Barta and her elf MaryLou Lawrence.
Erling Burns, Site #65
507-398-2597
Thank you to all the many volunteers who
decorated, set up, and cleaned up. We surpassed the total from last year by more than
$200. It was a great day!
Lana LaFramboise
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What’s For Sale at RCE?
Coming in February.....

An evening with Teddy Roosevelt

Tucson Rodeo

Tucson Gem & Mineral Show

Valentine’s Day Luau docked on the
Love Boat. Reserve your table on
the Lido deck, and dance to the
tunes of the Retro Rockets.

Excursion to Tombstone

50th Anniversary Party

Rockin’ Wranglers

Bernie & Red
New Listing! Lot #276
This 1999 Cavco is located in the pet section. It
has new appliances, new laminate wood flooring, new paint & blinds, a new deck and railing,
and a large storage shed. The unit includes all
furnishings!
$21,000
See more listings at www.RinconCountry.com
* All showings are by appointment.
Alisa Tevlin, Sales: 520-886-8431
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