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PROVIDING RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL AND LEISURE EDUCATION

OPPORTUNITIES THAT ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF OUR MEMBERS’ LIVES.

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‘You LookMahvelous!’

I ’d bet that most GVR members chuckle when they recall Saturday Night Live’s

“Fernando’s Hideaway” in the ‘80’s starring Billy Crystal. Fer-nando’s credo was “It is better to look good than to feel good.” It’s a corny line, but perhaps there’s a grain of truth to it.

Images are important, as are fi rst impressions. If they weren’t, then no one would recall the saying, “A picture is worth 1,000 words,” though we hear it often enough.

GVR’s Board-approved assignments for the 2014/2015 governance year included marketing, pro-motion and brand management as essential elements of the 11-Point Work Plan. The brand management component involves developing a new GVR logo and color theme, tag line and slogan.

A series of focus groups are currently being con-ducted to gather input from members, employees and external stakeholders to ensure that our new brand identity and logo capture the true essence of GVR’s brand values, attributes and personality. Though

GVRNOW!

Y O U B E L O N G H E R E !

Green Valley Recreation, Inc., Arizona G V R I N F O R M A T I O N F O R Y O U , A B O U T Y O U

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Kent J. Blumenthal, GVR CEO

Masthead photos courtesy of Armin Clobes

Abrego North Pool ‘Not a Quick Fix’GVR CEO Kent Blumenthal and

Facilities Director Guy Sundvink briefed neighborhood residents on the status of the Abrego North pool on location on March 13, dispel-ling misinformation and answering questions about the fate of the pool. GVR scheduled the briefi ng after some residents voiced concerns about what they viewed as a delay or lack of action to get the pool repaired.

Blumenthal reviewed the sequence of events that lead to the closing of the pool in November, and previ-ous problems dating back to 2008. He said the pool was shut down in November 2014 after Community Water Co. reported a sharp spike in water usage. Tests identifi ed four large cracks in the pool vessel and a large leak in the return line. GVR fi led a claim for repairs with its insur-ance company in November, which was denied on Dec. 11, and then fi led an appeal claim, which also was denied on Jan. 27.

“The Abrego North pool and spa have had multiple major failures within the last eight years, including settling of the spa and deck, a rup-tured water supply line, and mal-functioning slot drain,” Blumenthal told residents. “Costs for repairs and maintenance on the pool over this time totaled nearly $70,000.”

Consultants who have evaluated the pool believed water leaking into

the foundation resulted in erosion under the pool basin, making it unstable and causing sinking. The Fiscal Affairs Committee is recom-mending the approval of capital reserve funds to hire a specialist to evaluate the pool and recommend options for repair.

Blumenthal refuted comments that the addition of pickleball courts

was being done at the expense of the pool’s repair. “There is no correla-tion between these two projects. Adding courts is something that we can do now,” he said, “while address-ing the pool’s repair requires more time to ensure its fi xed right and problems don’t recur. To read Blu-menthal’s full statement to residents, visit www.gvrec.org.

CEO Kent Blumenthal briefs Abrego North residents on the status of the pool.

How Can I Contact A Staff Member? Website: www.gvrec.org

If you would like to contact any member of the GVR staff, please call (520) 625-3440 and enter the appropriate extension number. You also may contact staff at the email address listed below. Any written correspondence should be mailed to P.O. Box 587, Green Valley, AZ, 85622. Website address: www.gvrec.org

Executive Offi ce:Chief Executive Offi cer .......................... Ext. 7203 ......... Kent J. Blumenthal, Ph.D., CAE .....................hotline@gvrec.orgAdministrative Assistant ...................... Ext. 7213 ......... Sue DeKoker ................................................ suedek@gvrec.org Executive Assistant to the CEO ............ Ext. 7204 .......... Jen Morningstar .................................................. jen@gvrec.orgMarketing Communications Manager ... Ext. 7228 .......... Sherri Cadeaux ...............................................sherri@gvrec.org

Board Hotline ...................................... Ext. 7500 .......... (For Board questions or comments)

Finance and Human Resources:Controller .............................................. Ext. 7205 .......... Cheryl Moose ................................................cheryl@gvrec.orgHuman Resources Associate ................ Ext. 7218 .......... Nancy Mackel ................................................ nancy@gvrec.org Monthly Payment Plan & Member Assistance Program (MAP) ..... Ext. 7221 ......... Gina Peters ....................................................... gina@gvrec.org

Facilities:Facilities Director .................................. Ext. 7207 .......... Guy Sundvik ....................................................... guy@gvrec.orgSupervisor ............................................. Ext. 7229 .......... Melanie Stephenson ..................................melanie@gvrec.org (Administrative & fi tness equipment, other repair or maintenance requests)Maintenance Supervisor ....................... Ext. 7212 .......... David Jund ......................................................djund@gvrec.orgCustodial Supervisor ............................. Ext. 7358 .......... Dan Freeman .................................................danny@gvrec.orgLandscape & Pool Supervisor ............... Ext. 7234 .......... David Coy ..................................................... davidc@gvrec.orgAdministrative Assistant ....................... Ext. 7215 .......... Bob Armantrout...............................................boba@gvrec.orgInformation Technology Manager ......... Ext. 7223 .......... Randy Cheatham ..........................................randyc@gvrec.org

Recreation & Leisure Services:Director Recreation & Leisure Services ... Ext. 7209 .......... Jim Conroy ........................................................ jimc@gvrec.org Customer Service Supervisor ............... Ext. 7208 .......... Rosita Studevan .............................................rosita@gvrec.orgSenior Supervisor .................................. Ext. 7216 .......... Karen Rans .....................................................karen@gvrec.org (Club liaison, lectures and community events)Senior Supervisor .................................. Ext. 7226 .......... Carolyn Hupp ...............................................carolyn@gvrec.org (Classes and tours)Senior Supervisor .................................. Ext. 7224 .......... Maureen McCarthy .................................. maureen@gvrec.org (Volunteer liaison, water aerobics, fi tness center orientations, personal training, AED-CPR training)Senior Supervisor .................................. Ext. 7225 .......... Julie Vance ...................................................... juliev@gvrec.org (Performing arts, special events, movies)Facility Reservations ............................. Ext. 7202 .......... Jody Crawford .................................................. jody@gvrec.orgLead Sound & Lighting Technician ........ Ext. 7219 .......... Shelly Freeman ............................................. shellyf@gvrec.org (Technical support for A/V and theater)Member Services ..................................................................................................................................... 625-3440Center Operations Assistant (COA) ......................................................................................................................343-2440 (For help and immediate assistance anywhere in GVR from 5:30 am to 9 pm 365 days a year)

If you have an emergency and/or maintenance issue after normal business hours, please call (520) 547-5390.

Member Services Center ................................ 625-3440 1070 S. Calle de Las CasitasCanoa Hills Social Center................................ 625-6200 3660 S. Camino del Sol (Closed for lunch from 11:30am to 12:30pm)East Social Center ............................................ 625-4641 7 South Abrego Drive (Closed for lunch from 12:30pm to 1:30pm)West Center and Box Offi ce ........................... 625-0288 1111 W Via Arcoiris (Closed for lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm) Open weekends and holidays from 10am-2pm

Las Campanas Recreation Center ................. 648-7669 565 W. Belltower Drive (Closed for lunch from 11:30am to 12:30pm)

The following GVR Offi ces are closed (The Centers remain OPEN for member use):Desert Hills Social Center Offi ce ................... 625-52212980 S. Camino del Sol Offi ce ClosedSanta Rita Springs Recreation Center Offi ce ... 393-0360 921 W. Via Rio Fuerte Offi ce Closed

GVR Social Center Offi ce Hours: The following are open 8am to 4pm Mon. - Fri.

About GVR Now!: gvrnow@gvrec.org

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GVR Now! is owned by Green Valley Recreation, Inc. GVR Now! is published for Green Valley Recreation, Inc., by the Green Valley News & Sun and is inserted into the 4th Wednesday of the month’s issue of the newspaper. Contact Green Valley Recreation at (520) 625-3440. For advertising information or questions about deadlines, please call the Green Valley News at (520) 625-5511 or by fax at 625-8046. The Green Valley News & Sun does not produce and is not responsible for the content of GVR Now! The deadline for all news items is the last Friday of each month. News items and articles will be published as space permits. GVR does not endorse any of the products or services advertised in this newsletter.

New Member Orientation April 9You belong here!

The next monthly New Member Orientation will take place at 9 am Thursday, April 9 at the West Center, Room 2. To register in advance, please call (520) 625-3440 ext. 7208 or stop by any GVR Center with a coordinator. Please reference CR #32127.

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GVR Receives ‘Clean’ Financial AuditGreen Valley Recreation (GVR) received a clean audit with no

major or minor fi ndings from independent fi nancial auditor, Scott Meyer, CPA, PC, who presented his 2014 report to the GVR Board of Directors at its February meeting.

GVR fi nished the year with a positive bottom line and no fi nd-ings. Meyer commended the GVR for following his previous rec-ommendation to place additional funding in reserves future facility repairs and replacement.

Policy Governance: What it is, and Why it’s Important to GVR

By Blaine Nisson, GVR Vice President

Prior to hiring CEO Dr. Kent Blumenthal in 2015, the GVR Board hired a consultant to provide training in the Carver Model of Policy Governance. Many non-profi t boards, including community college boards, have adopted this model, which represents a fundamental redesign of board governance focusing on the values, vision and empowerment of the board, CEO and staff.

Following the training, the GVR Board offi cially adopted the Carver model, recognizing that we have but one employee: our CEO. To effectively implement Policy Governance requires focus, commit-ment, and a lot of hard work over time. Ours is a work in progress. GVR is not there yet, but we need to continue to work on policies that will help transform the Board and the GVR organization. To be more specifi c, the Carver model is based on 10 principles as refl ected in the Carver Guide Series on Effective Board Governance:

1. The trust in trusteeship. The board governs and represents the GVR members. The board must have a strong connection with the members by maintaining, clarifying and protecting the relation-ship through open communication and involvement.

2. The Board speaks with one voice or not at all. The board has been given the authority by our members to govern and lead the organization. The GVR Board must encourage and respect differ-ences in opinion from members, as well as from directors. Rarely will a decision be unanimous. However, once the decision is made, the GVR Board must speak with one voice and all Directors must support the decision of the Board.

3. Board decisions are predominantly policy decisions. Board policies should refl ect the board’s beliefs, values, commitments and visions. Generally the board policies fall into the following four categories:

•Ends Policies – Fundamentally these policies outline what the organization is about and are mission-related policies that clarify the board’s vision for GVR.

Blaine Nisson, GVR Vice President

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nearly fi nished, the brand management initiative will be carried over to next year’s Work Plan. When it’s done, it won’t cost much to implement since many applications of our new brand will be used in electronic media and signage and logo items will be phased in over time as these are reordered or replaced.

A lot depends on the success of this undertak-ing, not the least of which is making people feel good about their decision to make Green Valley and GVR their home. We want to attract new homeowners, and help them understand that we’re committed to evolving GVR to a more current, modern state.

You might ask, “What’s wrong with our current

brand and logo?” For starters, it doesn’t begin to communicate the wide variety of activities now offered by GVR. Also, our current logo is very busy, doesn’t scale well, and just looks dated and tired. A 2011 article in Forbes magazine posed some questions to ask when thinking about changing a logo or brand. Here’s just a few that I’ve thought about when considering GVR’s brand:

Is the logo technically problematic? Yes, ours is. As mentioned earlier, it doesn’t scale well.

Would a new logo/brand make a positive difference? Yes, I believe so. Our current logo doesn’t come close to capturing all that GVR has to offer.

Does your logo look

outdated? Yes. It gives the impression that GVR is tired, if not old. If that’s true, it may scare away younger active adults and newer retirees.

Clear and unambiguous

brand identity will help GVR get the recognition it deserves, including its place in the sun as the destination of choice for active adults and retirees. Over time, I expect this

to translate into increased demand for GVR deed-re-stricted homes and higher home values. Whether it’s our performing arts programs or Green Valley Senior Games presented by GVR, our brand ought to be front and center so our members know all that GVR does and remain proud to live within a GVR community.

Consistency in facility identifi cation that clearly communicates GVR’s pro-grams and services is also another branding oppor-tunity. Recently, a GVR director told me that when he fi rst came to town, he had a meeting scheduled at Canoa Hills Center but drove past the building, thinking that it was a job training center or govern-ment offi ce, since signage reads “Social Center.” A couple of miles south

is GVR’s Canoa Ranch Center, identifi ed as a “Recreation Center.” Both Centers offer members similar opportunities but have different signage.

The fi rm that we will select to undertake a mas-ter planning process for GVR may be able to assist in answering this question which will help improve wayfi nding. Suggesting an appropriate signage package is one of many requirements for the fi rm’s fi nal recommendations to GVR.

When our new brand emerges, we’re hoping to hear “You look mah-velous!” and have our members fi lled with pride to be a part of o ur organi-zation.

Kent J. Blumenthal, Ph.D., CAE

CEO Green Valley Recreation, Inc.

Kent’s Corner (cont. from page 1)

Architects on TourRepresentatives from the fi nalist architectural/engineer-ing fi rms being considered for GVR’s comprehensive facility assessment project toured the major centers on Feb. 26 with Recreation Director Jim Conroy and Facilities Director Guy Sundvink. The selected fi rm will assess all of GVR’s facilities and develop a long range facility management plan with recom-mendations for facility improve-ments and use of space.

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A regular meeting of the GVR Board of Directors was held at 1:30 pm Feb-ruary 24 at the Las Campanas Center with the president being in the chair, and secretary present.

CALL TO ORDER / QUORUM/ AP-PROVAL OF AGENDA

President Finkelstein called the meeting to order at 1:35pm, MST.

Roll call by CEO Blumenthal. Quorum established.

Members Present: Joyce Finkelstein (President), Blaine Nisson (Vice-Presi-dent), Ron Sills (Secretary), Joe Gunton (Treasurer), Gunnar Bonthron (Assis-tant Secretary), Jeff Harrell (Assistant Treasurer), John Arnold, Jim Burt, John Hadley, Tom Kennel, Richard Kidwell, Barbara Mauser, Kent Blumenthal (non-voting)

Staff: Jim Conroy (Director – Recre-ation & Leisure Services), Guy Sundvik (Facilities Director), Cheryl Moose (Con-troller), Randy Cheatham (IT Director), Sherri Cadeaux (Marketing Manager), Sue DeKoker (Administrative Assistant), Jen Morningstar (Executive Assistant to the CEO)

Visitors: 95— MOTION. Nisson/Gunton. Ap-

prove meeting agenda as presentedPassed: UnanimousPresident’s Comments: President

Finkelstein announced that GVR CEO

Kent J. Blumenthal received a Board of Directors rating of “Exceeding Expecta-tions” on all indices in his annual per-formance review. The Board of Direc-tors agreed to a four (4) year contract extension that will be automatically be extended for one (1) additional year at the completion of each annual term unless otherwise terminated in advance by the CEO or the Board of Directors.

CONSENT CALENDAR— MOTION: Nisson/Mauser. Approve

consent calendar consisting of the Board of Directors meeting minutes of January 27, 2015.

Passed: 10 yes/0 no/1 abstain (Kidwell)

CEO REPORTIn deference to the lengthy agenda for

the board meeting, CEO Blumenthal did not speak to specifi c items included in the CEO Highlights report submitted prior to the board meeting on Friday, Febru-ary 20, 2015. Instead, Blumenthal said that he would be glad to respond to any questions about information included in the Highlights.

COMMITTEE REPORTSFiscal Affairs - Joe Gunton

2014 Audit ReportIndependent auditor Scott Meyer, CPA,

P.C., presented the audit report on FY 2014, and fi nancial statements for De-

cember 31, 2014 and 2013. Meyer noted that GVR had an $811,212 net operating surplus for FY 2014. Further, he reported that the fi nancial position of GVR as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the results of its operations and its cash fl ows for the years then ended are in confor-mity with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S.

— MOTION: Nisson/Kennel. Accept 2014 audit report as presented by the independent auditor.

Passed: Unanimous

Additional Contributions to GVR Reserve Funds

— MOTION: Gunton/Nisson. Approve Fiscal Affairs Committee (FA) recommendation to allocate additional monies to GVR reserve funds as allocated in the FA exhibit for the February 24, 2015 board meeting that would bring the aggregate reserve balance from $4 million to $6 million as follows:

Allocate additional funding to Capital Replacements Reserve from unrestricted net assets: $1,188,788.

Allocate the 2014 net operating surplus ($811,212) as follows:

$561,212 to the Initiatives & Innova-tion Reserve Fund

$250,000 to the Operating Reserve Fund

Passed: Unanimous

GVR Policy on Repurposing Facilities—MOTION: Sills/Gunton. Approve

GVR Policy Statement on Repurposing Facilities as presented in the Fiscal Affairs and Planning & Evaluation Exhibit for the February 24, 2015 Board meeting, that resolved:

To not repurpose or expropriate existing facilities and previously dedicated space without prior consultation with and proper notifi cation to affected member-ship stakeholder groups;

To consider repurposing facilities and dedicated space when, in the determina-tion of the Board of Directors, there is suffi cient documented decline in usage over the course of several years, which may be mirrored by similar decline in club membership. Specifi cally, when contem-plating repurposing facilities or space, the Board of Directors will consider:

Clearly demonstrated need for new or expanded GVR facilities and/or desig-nated space;

Usage data for GVR facilities and des-ignated space provided by staff (staff-re-ported data may reference data gathered by affected groups); and,

No less than three (3) years of prior usage data.

To consider repurposing facilities and dedicated space for other GVR purposes when, in the determination of the Board of Directors, there are ample facilities available of the type to be removed, re-claimed or repurposed suffi cient to ensure that member needs are consistently met.

Passed: Unanimous

Construction of Pickleball Courts @ East Center

—MOTION: Gunton/Sills. Approve construction of four pickleball courts at East Center as defi ned in Exhibit “Pro-posed Pickleball Expansion at East Cen-ter” as presented in the Fiscal Affairs and Planning & Evaluation Exhibit for the February 24, 2015 Board meeting, with planning, development and construction not to exceed $150,000.

Amended: Monies for new courts at East Center would come from the Initia-tives and Innovations reserve fund.

Passed: Unanimous as amended

GVR Foundation Loan for ‘Start-up Funds’

—MOTION: Gunton/Kennel. Ap-prove GVR Foundation Board request for $10,000 loan from GVR to the GVR Foundation for start-up funds (e.g., legal, insurance, marketing, administration) as detailed in the Fiscal Affairs Exhibit for the February 24, 2015 Board meeting, entitled “GVR Foundation Request for ‘Start-Up Funds’ Loan from GVR” based on the following terms:

$10,000 loanTwo-year period, beginning March,

2015Interest on the loan made at prime rateNo pre-payment penaltyAmended: Increased loan amount to

$15,000. Passed: Unanimous as amended

—MOTION: Gunton/Hadley. Recess

April 2015Board of Directors Calendar

All GVR members are invited and encouraged to attend. Dates and times are subject to change.

Wednesday, April 8 @ 8:00 amBoard of Directors Orientation Meeting

Las Campanas, 565 Belltower

Tuesday, April 14 @ 1:30 amBoard of Directors Meeting

West Center Auditorium, 1111 Via Arcoiris

Check www.gvrec.org for the most current information.

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the meeting for a 10 min. break. Passed: UnanimousThe meeting was recessed at 2:37

PM, MST and reconvened at 2:50 PM, MST.

Planning & EvaluationPickleball Center Concept— MOTION: Sills/Nisson. Approve

concept for development of a GVR Pickleball Center as detailed in ‘Recom-mendation’ of the Planning & Evaluation Committee (P&E) exhibit for the Feb-ruary 24, 2015 board meeting, entitled “GVR Pickleball Center”

Amended: Overview for board consid-eration will be prepared by staff, no later than July 1, 2015.

Passed: Unanimous, as amended

Growth Task ForceGunton reported on results of the

survey of fi ve HOAs that may be affected by GVR boundary expansion. Gunton expects to present details about a pro-posed boundary expansion at the annual meeting of members on March 24, 2015.

BylawsBylaws committee chair, President

Finkelstein reported that Board-endorsed proposed bylaws have been mailed to members as part of the 2015 election ballot.

Nominations & ElectionsNominations and Elections committee

chair Arnold reported that election bal-lots were mailed to members on Tuesday, February 17th.

Board AffairsBoard Affairs committee chair Arnold

reported that the committee had con-ducted no recent business.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS None.

NEW BUSINESS2015/2016 Proposed Work Plan— MOTION: Nisson/Arnold. Accept

and approve 2015/2016 GVR Work Plan as presented by CEO Blumenthal in Exhibit for the February 24, 2015 Board meeting.

Passed: UnanimousMember Comments: 3

Adjournment— MOTION: Nisson/Kidwell. Ad-

journ the meeting.Passed: Unanimous.The meeting was adjourned at

3:29PM, MST.

Board of Directors Joyce Finkelstein, Board President

Blaine Nisson, Vice President

Ron Sills, Board Secretary

Joseph Gunton, Board Treasurer

Gunnar Bonthron, Assistant Secretary

Jeff Harrell, Assistant Treasurer

John Arnold, Director

Jim Burt, Director

John Hadley, Director

Tom Kennel, Director

Richard Kidwell, Director

Barbara Mauser, Director

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GVR Employees Thanked for

Service March 3GVR held an Appreciation Breakfast for all

employees and board members on March 3 in the West Center Auditorium. About 80 of GVR’s 100+ employees were treated to breakfast and had a wonderful time visiting with each other and meeting new employees.

GVR’s CEO Kent Blumenthal also presented certifi cates and anniversary pins to employees celebrating these“milestone” years of service: 25 years- Dan Freeman; 20 years-Esthela Morones and Shelly Freeman; 15 years-Bill Martin; 10 years-Kathy Northrup; and 5 years-Bob Arman-trout; Randy Helgeson; David Jund; Mercedes Mendoza; Maureen McCarthy; and Dale Miller.

Blumenthal also gave a special “shout out” to Gina Peters, accountant II, for stepping in to handle fi nances and payroll for several months last spring before a new controller was appointed. He also recognized Sue DeKoker, executive ad-ministrative assistant, who delayed her retirement to help launch the new GVR Foundation and serve as liaison to GVR’s Growth Task Force.

GVR facilities staff recently met with two highly recommended contractors for the East Center Pickleball Court construction project approved by the GVR Board of Directors at its regular board meeting in February.

The Board approved a

recommendation by the Planning & Evaluation Committee to build four additional pickleball courts by the current vol-leyball court at the East Center due to increased popularity of the sport, and an overwhelming need for additional courts. GVR members

often have lengthy waits to use the existing courts located at Canoa Ranch and the East Center.

The project includes four new pickleball courts with lighting. Both contractors assessed the proposed construc-tion area and gathered needed data, and are

currently assembling bids with various options for GVR to consider. GVR expects to receive the bids within the next two weeks, and complete construction by the end of the summer.

•Executive Limitations – This set of policies clearly defi nes the boundaries in which the CEO must operate in admin-istering GVR. Such policies empower the CEO and staff to fully operate that organization within these boundaries and delineate how the Ends Policies will be achieved.

•Board-Staff Linkage – These policies clarify how the Board delegates authority and how performance will be evaluated in terms of the Ends and Limitations Policies.

•Governance Process – Essentially, these policies outline how the Board will govern based on its philosophy and accountability. These policies outline the Board’s values and perspectives that underline GVR’s decisions, activities, practices, budgets and goals.

4. The Board formulates policy by determining the broadest values before progressing to more narrow ones. Think of this as a set of policies that are arranged like nesting bowls. The larger

value policies are developed fi rst with subsequent policies that fi t within the overarching policy. Once developed, it becomes clear to the CEO and staff what the Board wants to have accomplished.

5. The Board defi nes and delegates, rather than reacting and ratifying. By having clearly defi ned policies which are clearly available, the staff knows how to plan and the Board knows what plans are approvable.

6. Ends determination is the pivotal duty of governance. The primary focus for the Board must be on its members on clearly defi ned outcomes through the development of Ends Policies.

7. The Board controls staff means by limiting, rather than prescribing. The Board’s role is one of boundary setting. It specifi es in written policy which staff means (how the job gets done) is unac-ceptable, not approvable or off limits. By establishing such boundaries, the CEO and staff are empowered and encouraged to use their creativity, skills and knowl-edge to better serve our members.

8. The Board explicitly designs its

own products and process. The Board is responsible for deciding how it will oper-ate, its Code of Conduct, how to conduct meetings and how to be responsible to and communicate with our members.

9. The Board forges a linkage with management that is empowering and safe. The Board and the CEO comprise the leadership team for GVR. By clearly defi ning roles and responsibilities a greater capacity for leadership is devel-oped and mutual support is realized.

10. Performance is monitored rigor-ously, but only against policy criteria. In the Board’s role of monitoring per-formance, the only criteria are contained in clearly stated Ends and Limitations policies. The Board’s assessment, based upon these criteria, will require monitor-ing data related to such policies.

As I said earlier, adopting the Carver Model is one thing; implementing it quite another. In order for GVR to fully realize the benefi ts of Policy Gov-ernance, much work lies ahead, but it is all doable with a Board that is commit-ted to this model.

Policy Governance (cont. from page 2)

GVR to Build 4 Pickleball Courts at East Center

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Farewell Hupp, Welcome Zubicki After nearly 10 years with

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“I have thoroughly enjoyed working with in-structors, fellow staff, and members over these past years and have made many friends,” Hupp says. “The plan is to take a several month RV trip to Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana with my husband and two dogs to see family and friends.”

Hupp won’t be a stranger, however. She has agreed to assist GVR with projects as needed. “The 900 annual classes on a wide variety of topics that Carolyn has scheduled for GVR’s mem-bers and the community has been outstanding,” said Jim Conroy, Recreation Director. “She has culti-vated a strong relationship with both instructors and students who appreciate having access to such a broad range of subjects. Carolyn will be truly missed.”

As we wish Hupp well, we welcome Kris Zubicki to the position. Zubicki

was chosen from a large fi eld of highly qualifi ed candidates for her 20 years of experience in customer service and technical training. She brings to the

position excellent organi-zational and interpersonal skills. She will be working closely with Hupp over the next month to ensure a smooth transition.

Carolyn Hupp (left) retires after nearly 10 years as senior recreation supervisor of classes and tours. Her position will be fi lled by Kris Zubicki.

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Volunteer Appreciation Movie April 13

Free Drop-inWater Aerobics Classes

POOL DAYS OF THE WEEK TIMEAbrego South Mon and Thurs 8:30 am Mon and Thurs 9:40 amCasa Paloma II Mon through Sat 9:00 amCanoa Ranch Tues, Thurs and Sat 8:30 am Wed 6:00 pmContinental Vistas Mon, Wed and Fri 9:00 am Tues, Thurs and Sat 9:00 amDesert Hills Mon, Thurs & Sat 8:45 am Mon and Thurs 10:00 amEast Center Mon and Thurs 9:00 amLas Campanas Mon through Fri 9:00 amSanta Rita Springs Mon through Sat 9:00 am

Pools usually are closed during a scheduled water aerobics class, but the spas remain open to use. Please plan your pool use to avoid confl icts with the start or conclusion of water aerobics classes, which last an hour. Note that summer pool hours from 5:30 am- 9 pm begin Monday, March 30.

Water exercise courses are offered at several of our pools. The swimming pool may be closed during those classes. If you have any questions regarding the guidelines for swim-ming pools and spas during water aerobics or other aquatics classes, please call (520) 625-3440, ext. 7224.

The Volunteer Staff Coordina-tor meeting will be held at 9 a.m. Wed., April 8 in the East Center auditorium. VSCs act as a liaison between the volunteers at their facilities and GVR’s Volunteer Supervisor. It’s a lot of fun and not

a lot work! Plan on attending!GVR also has opportunities for

pool and fi tness volunteers, who greet and assist members, answer questions, look for and report safety issues and track facility usage. A new volunteer training class is

scheduled for April 8 at 1 pm at the West Center, Room 2.

Please reference CR#32167. Contact Maureen McCarthy at (520) 625-3440 ext. 7224 or at maureen@gvrec.org for more infor-mation.

GVR will treat volunteers to a special viewing of the powerful movie, Unbro-ken, at 2 pm Mon., April 13, at the West Center in honor of National Volun-teer Appreciation Week. Those invited include pool and fi tness center volunteers, water aerobics

instructors, program and administrative volunteers, members of the Board of Directors and Board Committees. Guests are welcome.

This is a true story of a promising young Olym-pian athlete-turned WWII bomb fi ghter pilot, and

his harrowing experience as a Japanese Prisoner of War after a near fatal plane crash over the Pacifi c Ocean. Seating is limited, so please register in ad-vance at any GVR center. Reference CR # 32192. Free refreshments and prizes awarded.

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Our free Fitness Center orientation sessions are taught by personal trainers and offer a personal assessment as well as familiarize you to the proper use of fi tness equipment. Please wear appropriate clothes and shoes. If you are only interested in use of equipment, please arrive 45 minutes after the beginning of the class.GVR fi tness centers are open from 5:30 am-9 pm. Sessions can last up to two hours. Advance registration is required. To register visit any major center or the Member Services Center. Note that this schedule is subject to change.

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East Center Tues. April 7 Lounge 2 pm 32122Las Campanas Tues. April 14 Ironwood 2 pm 32121Canoa Ranch Wed., April 15 Amado 2 pm 32086Canoa Hills Thurs. April 16 Saguaro 2 pm 32284Desert Hills Mon. April 20 Auditorium 2 pm 32285Santa Rita Springs Tues. April 21 Fiesta 2 pm 32286

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Save a Life by Learning CPR and AED

You can save a life by us-ing the CPR and the AED on someone in cardiac arrest if you know what to do! The next free training class will be at 2 pm Tues-day, April 7 at the Desert Hills Center. Members may register at any social center. Reference CR # 32163.

A Ton of Thanks for 1.84 Tons of FoodMary Jane Goodrick,

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WINTER 2015 COURSESThere are still some classes offered in April from the Winter Course Catalog.

Registration is going on now, so sign up today at Canoa Hills, East Center, Las Campanas, West Center or the Member Services Center. Members may also register online at www.gvrec.org. Non-members must register in person at a major Center offi ce.

Changes to the Winter Course Catalog are as follows: -Page 19

Line Dance II - New instructor is Cindy Feist; CR# 31235 is now only 5 classes for $30 ending on 4/29. Course listed as 8-9AM, now 9:30-10:30AM; Date and location remain the same; Wednesdays, CH-Palo Verde- Page 31

French – Intermediate III CR#31079 - Incorrect book listed. Should be Prac-tice Makes Perfect: French Verb Tenses (Available at local bookstores)

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Artist in Bloom: Instructor Carol Pfi ster

Class Instructor Profi le

“No, no, no. Don’t cut your stem too short! ” belts out a sprightly woman in a colorful apron as her eyes dart around the classroom.

Carol Pfi ster chirps out fl ower facts and encouraging words over the din of conver-sation and laughter among students enrolled in the Floral Arranging classes that she teaches at GVR’s Desert Hills Center. Full of energy with a passion for fl owers, Carol is determined to impart her knowledge of fl owers to her budding fl oral artists.

As the owner of a fl ower shop in Racine, Wisc. for 27 years, Carol Pfi ster knows her stuff. And her job is to make sure her students get to know fl owers, too. She also has a

gift for teaching, having been a teacher prior to opening her own business, and she’s also taught in the Horticulture Department at her local com-

munity college. Carol contacted GVR about

a year ago, asking if she might be able to share her expertise in a class. Since she began

teaching at GVR this winter, her classes have fi lled up fast and often have waiting lists. In the class, students learn the care, handling and names of different fl owers and foliage and their parts, along with basic design techniques. Stu-dents learn all design styles, from simple vase arrange-ments using garden-variety fl owers to high-style center-pieces with exotic fl owers like orchids and Birds of Paradise.

“So, what is this?” Carol inquired at a recent class, holding up a dark green decorative fi ller with delicate oval-shaped leaves. The class dutifully calls out, “Italian Ruscus!” “Yes, that’s it!” Carol responds. “I want you all to be able to walk into any fl orist

and tell them you need Italian Ruscus.”

During the class, Carol buzzes from student to student, adjusting a stray stem here or repositioning a base fl ower there for perfect balance. All of the fl owers for the class are purchased at cost from local fl orist, Camilot Flowers, to keep class costs low and ensure the freshest fl owers are used in arrange-ments.

From observing the class, it’s uncertain who’s having more fun: Carol or her stu-dents. “I was a teacher before I opened my shop, and I really enjoy it. The people who take my classes seem to really enjoy them, too, and we have a lot of fun.”

Pfi ster (center) assists students in her Floral Arranging class.

The new Summer Course Catalog will be available at all centers by April 1. Registration for classes May through September also be-gins April 1.

Call for InstructorsAre you someone who wants to share

your expertise and instructional ability? GVR is continually looking for new courses. If you are interested in instructing a course or have a great idea that you think would be of interest to others, please call 520-625-3440 ext. 7226.

Mailing CatalogsGVR will mail a catalog if a self-addressed

and stamped (5 fi rst class stamps) 9”x12” unpadded envelope is mailed to: GVR, Attn: Catalog, PO Box 586, Green Valley, AZ 85622. Note on the outside of the envelope which catalog you would like mailed.

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April Trips & Tours:4/17 Friday - Ramsey Canyon and Old Post Ft. Huachuca Tour

Travel to a special spot located on the east side of the Huachuca Mountains to visit Ramsey Canyon. A spring-fed stream, favorable northeast orientation and high canyon walls provide Ramsey Canyon with a moist, cool, stable envi-ronment. The humming-birds like Ramsey Canyon, too! You will need to be able to enjoy short hikes to properly visit this preserve. Enjoy a Texas Roadhouse lunch before travelling on to Ft. Huachuca and the Old Post section to discover the lovely offi cer’s row, where the 1880’s vintage homes are located. Free time in the Post Museum is planned, as is a brief driving tour of the Fort, thought to be the oldest, continuously active Army Post in the U.S. Join us for this great day. A U.S. government issued ID is required to enter Fort Huachuca. Bring or wear hiking shoes, hat and binoculars. Fee for GVR members is $97; Guests are

$102. Fee includes transportation, services of a tour di-rector, admission to Ramsey Canyon, lunch (tax and tip), admission to Ft Huachuca Museum, bus refreshments and driver tip. Bus departs from Desert Hills Social Center upper parking lot at 8 am and returns at 5:15 pm. Deadline to purchase tickets 4/7/15. No refunds after 4/7/15. CR# 32052

5/28 Thursday - The Phantom of the Opera Gammage Auditorium in Tempe

Head to the Phoenix Valley to enjoy a buffet lunch at the Wandering Horse Restaurant located in the Talking Stick Resort/Casino. We then travel to Gam-mage Auditorium located on the campus of Arizona State University in Tempe. The matinee performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera” is one of the largest productions now on tour. Critics are raving that this breathtaking production is “bigger and better than ever before.” This Phantom fea-tures a brilliant new design by Paul Brown, Tony Award winning original costume design by Maria Bjornson, lighting design by Tony Award winner-Paule Constable, new choreography by Scott Ambler, and a new staging by

director Laurence Conner. The production, overseen by Matthew Bourne and Cameron Mackintosh, boasts many exciting special effects including the show’s legendary chandelier. The beloved story and thrilling score - with songs like “Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” and “Masquerade” - will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52! This is one musical that never gets old. Fee for GVR members is $149 and bring a guest for $154. Fee includes transportation, services of a tour director, lunch (tax and tip), theatre ticket (orchestra level row 13), bus refreshments and driver tip. Bus departs from Desert Hills Social Center upper parking lot at 9 am and returns at 6:45 pm. Deadline to purchase 4/27/15. No refunds after 4/27/15. CR# 32508

March Exhibits:Location: Artist:Canoa Ranch Santa Rita Art League ExhibitCanoa Hills Evans & McQuarrie ExhibitDesert Hills Ya Ya’s ExhibitLas Campanas Dos Artistas ExhibitEast Center Chinese Brush Painting by Alex Jones & Students ExhibitWest Center Desert Painters Exhibit

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CONCERTS:

The Jan and Dean Beach Party, Starring Dean Torrence 7 pm Thurs., Apr. 9, West Center

From Jan and Dean, the legendary top selling artists of the 60s, comes a Beach Party like no other! Dean Torrence brings to the stage all of the top hits – like “Surf City” and “The Little Old Lady from Pasadena” – that made the California beach scene famous throughout the world. Their show includes many of the Beach Boys songs that Jan and Dean either co-wrote or performed with The Beach Boys. This outstanding show has audi-ences singing along to in a fun-fi lled, high-energy show that takes you back to the 60s with great music, danc-ing in the aisles and a memory or two along the way. CR#31543. Members $34, Guests $37, General Public $40.

Tesoro7 pm Tues., May 5, West Center

Tesoro means art highly prized for its beauty and per-fection. Not many bands can live up to the name, but this Tucson-based band lives up to expectations with its myriad of styles and talent that make up this outstanding group. High-energy, Latin Rumba Flamenco Rock is the best way to sum up Tesoro’s sound. With roots in traditional Flamenco, the group mixes in sounds from around the world, keeping a focus in the driving rhythms of Rumba and Latin music. This regionally touring band delivers performances that are provocative and passion-ate. Tesoro has shared the stage with international tour-ing artists Calexico, The Last Year, and Del Castillo. The band was also named Top Local Entertainer by Tucson Lifestyle Magazine 2012.

Prior to the performance, Tesoro will be offering a preshow demonstration that breaks down their music’s rhythms and will teach a bit of the traditional Flamenco incorporated into the band’s music. The band will also display the Cajon, a traditional Spanish box instrument common in Flamenco performances. CR# 32535. Members $14, Guests $17, General Public $20.

Switchback7 pm Tues., May 19, West Center

Switchback returns to the West Center stage! Martin McCormack and Brian FitzGerald team up for a musical partnership that results in an exciting and entertaining duo. Think guitar, mandolin, vocals and some good Irish humor and you have Switchback entertaining audiences worldwide. Switchback have been playing their brand of eclectic Celtic and Americana music at sold-out concert halls, performing arts centers and festivals around the world for over 20 years. Their harmonies have won them comparisons to famous duos, such as The Louvin Brothers, The Everly Brothers, and Simon and Gar-funkel. There shows feature both Celtic and Americana styles that are both original and traditional. Whatever they play, no matter the size or age of the audience, Switchback always captivates and charms folks with their energy and creativity. CR# 32536. Members $17, Guests $20, General Public $23.

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MOVIES:Movies are free to GVR members but tickets are required for admission. It is recommended that tickets be reserved in advance as they go fast. Members can obtain tickets at all major social center offi ces and Member Services Center.

Into The Woods2 pm (Open Captioning) and 7 pm, Wed., April 15, West Center

As a result of the curse of a once beautiful witch, a baker and his wife are childless. In order to reverse the curse, the couple must venture into the forest to fi nd the ingredients that will reverse the spell and also restore the witch’s beauty: a milk white cow, hair as yellow as corn, a blood

red cape, and a slipper of gold. During this journey, the meet Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack, each one on a quest to fulfi ll a wish. Starring Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. Directed by Rob Marshall. Rated PG for thematic elements. 125 Minutes. Walt Dis-ney Pictures, 2014. CR# 32036/32037. Tickets are free for members and their guests. Concessions are available.

The Drop2 pm (Open Captioning) and 7pm, Tues., April 29, West Center

This crime drama follows lonely bartender Bob Saginowski through a covert scheme of fun-neling cash to local gangsters-”-money drops”-in the underworld of Brooklyn bars. Under the heavy hand of his employer and cousin Marv, Bob fi nds himself at the center of a robbery gone awry and entwined in an inves-tigation that digs deep into the

neighborhood’s past, where friends, families, and foes all work together to make a living-no matter what the cost. Starring Tom Hardy and James Gandolfi ni. Directed by Michael Roskam. Rated R for strong violence and language. 106 minutes. Fox Searchlight Pictures, 2014. CR# 32038/32039. Tickets are free for members and their guests. Concessions are available.

Interstellar2pm (Open Captioning) and 7pm, Mon., May 8, West Center

In the near future around the American Midwest, Cooper, an ex-science engineer and pilot, is tied to his farm with his two young children. As devastating sandstorms ravage earth’s crops, the people of Earth realize their life here is coming to an end as the food begins to run out. Even-tually stumbling upon a NASA base near Cooper’s home, he is asked to go on a daring mission that only Cooper’s scientifi c intellect and pilot skills can take them. While the planet continues to decay, Cooper must decide to either stay, or risk never seeing his family gain in order to save the human race. Starring Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway. Directed by Christopher Nolan. Rated PG-13 for intense perilous action and brief strong language. 169 Minutes. Paramount Pictures, 2014. CR# 32513/32514. Tickets are free to members and their guests. Conces-sions available.

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Registration:Registration for classes, trips,

movies, concerts, special events and dances is available to our

members in the following ways: online at www.gvrec.org, in

person at any major social center offi ce during normal business hours (see schedule on page 2); by calling any of the major social centers. All tickets and

registrations are on a fi rst come fi rst served basis. Members may

purchase items on their own account only.

Ticket Purchases:Individual single tickets currently

are on sale for the 2014-2015 GVR Live! Performing Arts

Season. We encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance

at the West Center box offi ce. General public tickets purchases

must be made at the West Service Center and Box Offi ce. Tickets to concerts and some special events are available at the door at the West Service

Center and Box Offi ce, one hour prior to the event. Ticket prices increase $1 at the door. Tickets are not available at the door for sold out events. Members may

purchase up to four guest tickets per household at the guest price.

Refunds/Exchanges:There are no refunds for season,

individual member, guest or general public tickets. All sales

are fi nal. GVR offers season ticket exchanges up to 24 hours prior to an event. Season tickets may be exchanged for any other

performance in the perform-ing arts series. Tickets must

be present in order to process exchange. Upgrade fees may

apply. Refunds will not be given if exchanging ticket(s) for a less expensive performance. Tickets

can be exchanged in person at the West Center Box Offi ce,

1111 Via Arcoiris Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm. Tickets can be mailed to GVR Member Services Center,

Attn: Season Ticket Exchange, P.O. Box 586, Green Valley, AZ

85622. Please see Class Catalog for information regarding refunds for classes, trips and tours. If you have questions regarding refunds, please call 520-625-3440 exten-

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APRIL 2015Thursday, April 9 ..................................ConcertWednesday, April 15 ............................MovieWednesday, April 30 ............................Movie

To better serve our mem-bers, West Service Center and Box Offi ce is open on weekends and holidays from 10am-2pm.

On program days, the West Center Box Offi ce is open for your convenience one hour prior to all per-formances.

West Center Box Offi ce HoursList of the dates for upcoming events:

The box offi ce is only open for ticket sales during this time. All other services available during regular business hours.

APRIL GVR FREE PUBLIC LECTURES • 4/1 - Northwest Medical Center – To Be An-nounced - East Center, 9 am

• 4/2 - Green Valley Gardeners – “Attracting Wildlife to the Garden,” Kendall Kroesen, Urban Program Manager Tucson Audubon Society. Desert Hills, 9:30 am

• 4/2 - Pima Council on Aging – “Eat Right” by Dr. Lee Ryan, professor and associate director of the Department of Psychology in the School of Mind, Brain and Behavior, College of Science at the UA, Tuc-son. Canoa Hills, 10 am Dr. Ryan will discuss the core benefi ts of nutrition as a major way to protect brain health at all ages, and how and why an anti-infl amma-tion diet and being active through movement and physi-cal exercise will be effective ways to reduce infl ammation and protect brain and heart health as we age.

• 4/3 Parkinson’s Group “Planning for the Future: Making Hard Choices.” Presenter Tamra Craig, Care Patrol and Panel Discussion. East Center, 1 pm

• 4/4 Tucson Audubon Society – “What’s in a Nest Box?” with Jonathan Horst, Tucson Audubon Restoration Ecologist. Desert Hills, 10 am. Nest boxes can be an important conservation tool for sup-porting species populations in southeast Arizona. In an interactive presentation, you will learn an exper-imental approach to determining the preferences of multiple species of cavity nesting birds.

• 4/9 Green Valley Gardeners – “State of the Club” fi nances, project status, recent accomplish-ments. Desert Hills, 9:30am

• 4/9 U of A Arthritis Center – To be Determined – Canoa Hills, 10 am

• 4/16 Sarver Heart – To be Determined – Canoa Hills, 10 am

• 4/16 Tucson Orthopaedic Institute – To be Determined – East Center, 2 pm

• 4/17 Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute– Specialist Dr. Talal Moukabary, one of Southern Arizona’s top Cardiac Electrophysiologists, discusses atrial fi brillation, what it is, why more people are being diagnosed with it, and how it is treated. East Center, 1pm

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day2pm (Open Captioning) and 7pm, Wed., May 20, West Center

For 12 year old Alexander Cooper, every day is a bad day. Alexander’s day begins with gum stuck in his hair, followed by more calamities. He fi nds little sympathy from his family and begins to wonder if bad things only happen to him. With a simple birthday wish, Alexander’s family fi nds themselves experiencing their very own terrible, horrible no good, very bad day. Starring Steve Carell and Jennifer Garner. Directed by Miguel Arteta. Rated PG for rude humor including some reckless behavior and language. 81 minutes. Walt Disney Pictures, 2014. CR# 32515/32516. Tickets are free to members and their guests. Concessions available.

Foxcatcher2pm (Open Captioning) and 7pm, Fri., May 29, West Center

When wealthy eccentric John du Pont invites Olym-pic wrestler Mark Schultz to move to his estate and help form a wrestling team for the 1988 Olympics, Mark sees a way to step out of the shadow of his champion charismatic brother’s shadow. However, du Pont begins to lead Mark down a dark road, causing the athlete’s already shaky self-esteem to slip. Meanwhile, du Pont becomes fi xated on bringing Mark’s brother Dave into the fold, eventually propelling all three toward an unforeseen tragedy. Based on true events. Starring Steve Carrell and Channing Tatum. Directed by Bennett Miller. Rated R for some drug use and a scene of violence. 129 minutes. Sony Pictures Classics, 2014. CR# 32517/32518. Tickets are free to members and their guests. Concessions available.

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Summer Performing Arts Brochure Available April 1

The 2015 Summer Performing Arts brochure will be available at the Member Services Center and all GVR Centers April 1. GVR has booked seven outstanding performances this summer to suit all musical tastes, and has scheduled a great movie lineup from May through September. GVR members receive discounts for perfor-mances, and attend the movies for free with advance registration. Pick up a copy of the 2015 Summer Per-forming Arts brochure for all the details.

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Helen Driggs and Terri HaagVisit Lapidary and Silversmith Club

Club Profi le

The Green Valley Lapidary and Sil-versmith Club in February was proud to welcome Helen Driggs, senior edi-tor of Lapidary Journal/Jewelry Artist magazine, as part of its Artist Speaker Program.

Driggs began her career as a fashion illustrator, where she used her skills and artistic design to create unique jewelry. Her pieces replicate the visual features of gemstones in the three-dimensional metalwork design. She noted that working with fl at fabric, cutting it into shapes and sewing them together replicates the metalwork process of cutting, shaping and soldering pieces together.

Driggs encouraged club members to develop their design skills and creativity by continuing to draw new designs from all angles. Even with her advanced skills, she spent a recent in-

ternship with renowned jewelry artist Michael Boyd to hone her skills and develop new designs. As part of her talk, she discussed her favorite new tools on the market found at the Tuc-son Gem & Mineral Show in Tucson.

Then on March 4, Tucsonan Terri Haag entertained club members sharing her interesting life experi-ences growing up in a family of “rock hounds,” traveling the world, designing museum nature exhibits, and restoring fossils. She has been a regular contrib-utor to Lapidary Journal/Jewelry Artist magazine for 20 years, and often writes about historic jewelry and gemstones that she’s studied in her world travels.

The Club invites you to explore their website at www.gvlclub.org for more information and to visit the Club’s facilities and gift shops at East Center, West Center, and Desert Hills Center.

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ARTS & CRAFTSCeramics Club of GVR

Studio Phone: 399-2818Jan Cockrum 305-4530Provide and operate an equipped facility for GVR members interested in working with ceramics.• Dedicated space club located at Desert

Hills on the upper level

Clay Studio of Green Valley www.claystudiogvaz.com or 399-2755Located at Santa Rita SpringsHobby studio with extensive facilities to enable and encourage people to create func-tional and artistic pieces in clay.

Green Valley Arts & Crafts Association

Constance O’Brien 625-1353www.gvrartsandcrafts.orgYearly Craft Show held in March at West Ctr.• Meet at Desert Hills fi rst Wednesday of

each month at 1pm

GV Lapidary & Silversmith www.gvlclub.orgFor members interested in learning Lapidary, Silversmithing, Casting, PMC (Precious Metal Clay), Dichroic Glass, Wire Wrapping and Chain Making.• Dedicated Space – Desert Hills 399-2370, East Center 399-1989, West Center 648-1726

Desert Scraprats Quilting ClubThe Desert ScrapRats welcomes all quilters and fi ber artists to join Desert ScrapRats. The meet-ings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Las Campanas in the Juniper Room starting at 1 p.m. There will be a demonstration at the Tuesday, March 11th meeting on Creative Uses for Piping by Sally Sullivan. Members are en-couraged to bring something to work on and their show/tell. All GVR members are welcome and dues are only 5 dollars per year. Please join us.• Meetings at Las Campanas, on the 2 &

4th Tuesdays at 1pm

Green Valley Rubber Stampers Kay Beaudry (520)495-4733 Our members design and create greet-ing cards. Meet at Desert Hills Art Room Tuesdays 9 am- 4 pm. Workshops to develop new ideas and techniques held the last Tuesday of the month. Must sign up to attend. Annual dues are $5• Open: Tuesdays 9am to 4pm• Workshops: last Tuesday of the month

GVR Fabric Painters ClubCheryl Walters (419)204-9045Fabric painting opens up endless opportuni-

ties for transforming not only your wardrobe but also your home.• Thursday 12:30pm-4:30pm and Friday 9

am-noon - January thru May

La Tienda Gift ShopCarol Roskey 625-3141A GVR member run gift shop located at West Center• Monday-Friday 9am-4pm• Saturday 10am-2pm

Santa Rita Art League of Green Valley

Check www.srart.orgWelcome to artists using all two-dimensional mediums, including beginners, intermediate and advanced. SRAL offers a fully-equipped professional studio, gallery and library for member use. Upcoming events: General meet-ing 1 pm March 12, Santa Rita Springs, Anza Room with demonstration by Karen Knutson, “Acrylic Painting;” Judged Show, 6th Annual Members Art Show March 2-30 with reception: 4-7 pm March 2 at Canoa Hills. Visit www.srart.org or check the message monitors at GVR Centers.• Permanent exhibits at Canoa Hills and

Desert Hills.

Woodworkers of Green Valley Larry Kistler: 400-0172www.woodworkersofgreenvalley.orgWoodworking shop for the pleasure and con-venience of its members• Dedicated space located at West Center• Monday-Saturday 8am-4pm

CARDS and GAMESAbrego South Thursday Ladies Bridge Club

Betty Nigg 625-6175Ladies social bridge group• Meets at Abrego South Thursday at

12:30pm

Desert Hills Ladies Bridge ClubLadies social bridge group• Meet at Desert Hills Thursdays at

12:30pm

East Center Monday Ladies Social Bridge Group

Jody Davison 207-6267• Meet at East Center Mondays at

12:15pm

Desert Hills Midweek Progressive Bridge

Cathy Musacchia 648-1373Co-ed social bridge group • Meet at Desert Hills Thursdays at 6:30pm

Friday Social Bridge ClubPaul Garcia 648-1120Co-ed social bridge group • Meet at Desert Hills Fridays at 12:30pm

Green Valley Cribbage ClubCo-ed social Cribbage players• Meet at East Center Mondays at 6pm

Green Valley Duplicate Bridge (Sanctioned)

John Ziegelbauer 399-0438Co-ed duplicate bridge players• Meet at Canoa Hills 1pm• Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays

GVR Canasta ClubCandi Barrall (520) 883-3422Co-ed social canasta players• Meet at East Center • Fridays and Sundays, sign-in at 12:30pm,

short business at 12:45pm and play starts at 1pm

GVR Chess ClubJim Clark 648-9988Co-ed social chess players• Meet at East Center Wednesdays at 1pm

GVR East Center Duplicate Bridge Club

Ray Austin 400-5327Non-Sanctioned co-ed bridge players• Meet at East Center Tuesdays at 1pm

GVR Euchre Card ClubMax Elliot 393-7918Co-Ed social euchre players• Meet at Desert Hills Fridays at 6:30pm

GVR Hearts ClubMarty Allen 625-09279Co-ed social heart players• Meet at Las Campanas Wednesdays at

1pm

GVR Informal Duplicate BridgeBob Dahm 777-7827Co-ed Bridge players• Meet at Santa Rita Springs Mondays at

1pm

GVR Men’s Bridge ClubJim Chisolm 625-1288Social group of men bridge players• Meet Tuesdays at Desert Hills at 12pm

GVR Men’s Poker ClubBob Hyden 625-1355, Bob Northrup 207-6745Enjoy the game of Poker

• Meet at Desert Hills, Room C on the lower level

• Monday-Friday, sign in at 12:30pm and play at 12:55pm

GVR Pinochle ClubDean Capes 647-9916Social Group of Co-ed Pinochle Players. Play Single Deck each night – and Double Deck on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.• Meet at East Center Tuesdays and Thurs-

days at 6pm• Meet at Las Campanas Wednesdays at

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GVR Sheepshead Card ClubBill Worth 269-6844The Sheepshead Club is looking for both men and women to join us for friendly games of cards. • Meet at Las Campanas Tuesdays at 6pm

National Mah Jongg ClubMadelyn Weig 393-1255 or Barbara Tams 625-2226Social group of experienced National Mah Jongg players. Must bring current Standard Hands & Rules card.• Meet at Santa Rita Springs, Fiesta room,

Wednesdays 12:55pm-4pm

Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg Club of G.V.

Judy Cunnyngham 625-9671 or Lois Wilhelm 818-1600Year round social group of co-ed Wright Pat-terson mah jongg players• Meet at Las Campanas, Tuesdays

12:30pm-3:30pm• Observers welcome

Five Card Major BridgeLadies social bridge group • Meet at East Center Tuesday at 12:30pm

SPECIAL INTERESTComputer Club of Green Valley

www.ccgvaz.org Jud Richardson 625-4508Members share computer interests and knowledge• Classes and Open Lab• Informative monthly meetings• Club room at Santa Rita Springs• M-F 8am-4pm (Nov-Apr)

Green Valley Camera ClubClasses, Lectures, fi eld trips, and latest pho-to-editing hardware plus software. Visit www.gvcameraclub.org or call (520) 648-1315. Lo-cated on upper level at Santa Rita Springs.• M-F 9am-4pm, Sat. 9am-12pm

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Green Valley Forum ClubNorm (520) 393-1412Weekly presentations and programs that are mind-expanding, informative, challenging and quite often just plain entertaining. • Meet at Desert Hills every Wednesday

at 9am

GVR Travel ClubLaVicie Runkle 648-2999 or Geneva Halliday (313) 610-7892 Group of Green Valley residents who love to travel or enjoy hearing about the adventures of others. • Meet at Las Campanas, 3rd Fridays 9am

Valley Playerswww.greenvalleyplayers.com or call (520) 829-2985Open to GVR members interested in commu-nity theater--on stage, back stage, singers, musicians, writers. Newcomers or experi-enced theater folks, join the fun!

DANCE CLUBSGreen Valley Line Dancers

Nancy Myers (520) 399-2457Enjoy and encourage line dancing upon com-pletion of Line Dance I and II• Meet at Canoa Hills Tuesdays at 2pm

Green Valley Squares Gary Hill at 393-0266, gkhill@cox.net Local square and round dance club is active year around.• Club Dances every Monday night at

6:30pm at Canoa Hills

Green Valley Dance Club Elaine Cederbaum (520) 305-4531Fun social group. Music from 40’s, 50’s, 60’s. Come dance with us at Canoa Hills 6:30pm - 9:30pm.• Last Saturdays of the month Oct-Apr.

GVR Argentine Tango Clubhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/GVRAr-gentineTangoClub1/Dale Gustafson 429-7794Promote Argentine Tango dancing and culture

Roun-de-laysMike Killian 648-3126Round Dancing – ballroom dancing to cues

• Meet at Canoa Hills Tuesdays, November – March, at 7pm

SPORTS CLUBSGreen Valley Aquabelles

Joyce Finkelstein 393-0317Promoting synchronized swimming.

Billiards Club of Green ValleyMarianne Bishop, Secretary, 625-4924 https://sites.google.com/site/billiardsclubof-greenvalley/homePromoting recreational and competitive billiard playing, be it pool or snooker.Billiards rooms located at East Center, West Center, Desert Hills

Green Valley Shuffl eboard Club Ray Asbjornson 591-6557 or John Tams 625-2226Shuffl eboard is a game of skill, strategy and fun for all ages.

Green Valley Table Tennis Club www.greenvalleyttc.comHorace Puglisi (802) 728-5287 or

Wes Minear - (520) 398-2722 The club has many levels of players and the club provides all the equipment. • Meet at West Center 8am• Check website or call for dates

Green Valley Tennis Club www.gvtennis.com Promoting tennis for GVR members; reservations, upcoming events on web site. Membership and tournament forms available at the West Center Tennis Hut. • Clinics - Monday, Wednesday-2pm Des-

ert Hills• Potlucks 2nd Sunday-5pm Desert Hills

Green Valley Volleyball Club Doug Bryan 312-0500A social group of sand, water and wallyball players• Sand - East Center Thursdays and Satur-

days 9am• Water - Abrego South Tuesdays, Thurs-

days and Saturdays Nov-May 1pm • Wallyball - Las Campanas Monday-Friday

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GVR Bocce ClubKathy Hornbeck 777-7267A group of bocce players who host weekly games and tournaments• Meet at Canoa Hills Tuesday & Thursday

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GVR Hiking Club http://gvrhc.orgWeekly hikes throughout Southern Arizona, orientation is required before 1st hike• West Center Thursday mornings

GVR Pickleball Clubwww.greenvalleypickleball.org for court loca-tions and play schedulesDonna Coon 648-1007Dedicated to the promotion of pickleball in the Green Valley Recreation community. Join fellow pickleball players for recreational and competitive play. Assisted Play for beginners on Tuesday and Thursday at 4 pm at East Center courts. Check the website www.greenvalleypickleball.org for court locations and play schedules.

GVR Racquetball Club

Wayne Ferreira (520)260-1470 Jerry Lowe (701)200-2777Racquetball for fun and competition for all ages and skill levels • Las Campanas racquetball courts• Monday-Saturday 9am-11am

Green Valley Swim Club Coach Jan Miller 867-8812Organized workouts for fi tness and master’s competition• West Center pool Monday – Friday 8am-

10:30am

SOCIAL CLUBSCanadian Club of Green Valley

www.greenvalleycanadianclub.com (520) 288-4930

Colorado Club Shirley (719) 660-9361Fun social group of current and past resi-dents of Colorado. • Meet 1st Saturday of each monthMarch 7 Irish Dishes PotluckApril 4 Hamburger cookout

Eastern States Club Karen Curtis 625-2394 Social group of current and past residents Excludes MI & New England States

Green Bay Packers ClubJames Chisolm 777-8334Social group of the Green Bay Packers foot-ball team who watch the games on the big screen at Las Campanas

GVR Amigas Clubwww.GVRamigas.org 334-7807A wonderful way for women of Green Valley to meet other women with similar interests, make new friends and share community.

Iowa Club of Green Valley Sandy Haegele 269-6740Social group of current and past residents

Michigan Clubgvmichiganclub@gmail.com777-8145Share fun-fi lled get togethers with food and entertainment with fellow Michiganians at 6 pm the fi rst Wednesday of the month, Nov.-

Apr. at West Center. March dinner meeting with entertainment by the Tucson Flute Club; April dinner meeting featuring Mariachi Aztlan.

Minnesota Club of Green Valley Tom & Mary Johnson, 207-8408Social group of current and past residents of Minnesota

Pacifi c Northwest Club Fred Taylor 625-2308Social group of current and past residents of Oregon, Washington and Idaho.

Singles Club of GVR Pat Ault (520) 300-4489Social singles group of GVR members meet weekly 9:30 am on Mondays at Desert Hills. Monthly newsletter, social hours, weekend breakfasts, and more!

New England Club thenewenglandclub@juno.comJoe Potter 625-5370Membership is open to all GVR Members who love the New England states.

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