Cal-Am
Concert
Feb. 11,
2015
Frankie
Valli
Tribute
Pear
PASSPORT TO FUN
Cal-Am Resorts
Switchback
Rockabilly
Christmas
Show
United States
of America
2014-2015
Allen
Edwards
Harley
Worthit
Val Vista Villages
233 N Val Vista Dr
Mesa AZ 85213
480-832-2550
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Important Phone Numbers
2014-2015 Preview
2014-2015 Village Events
Music in the Courtyard
Saturday Night Dances
Cactus Ranch House Grill
Activities Coordinators
Arts & Crafts
Cards & Games
Classes
Clubs
Community Sponsored
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Health & Fitness
Music & Stage
Spiritual Reflections
Sports
Cal-Am Tournaments
Great Deals
Cal-Am Concert Series
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Please do not throw this away!
Use this as your complete
2014-2015 Activities guide!
Important Phone Numbers ...
Kerry and Jodi Hanson, Resort Managers
[email protected]
[email protected]
Guest Services
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm
Sat. 9am-3pm (January-March)
480-832-2547 (phone) ~ 480-924-7009 (fax)
Guest Services staff will assist you with registration,
check in, visitor registration, bill paying and laundry card.
Courtesy Patrol
Val Vista gate: 602-228-3556
Fiesta gate: 480-807-2195
Val Vista Post Office
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-2pm
Sat. 9am-12pm
480-586-5246 (phone)
*If you are staying in Val Vista, your address is:
233 N. Val Vista Dr. #___ (site number)
Mesa, AZ 85213
*If you are staying in Fiesta, your address is:
3811 E. University # ___ (site number)
Mesa, AZ 85205
*If you are staying in Ranchos, your address is:
101 N 38th St. #___ (site number)
Mesa, AZ 85205
*The US Postal Service phone # is:
800-ASK-USPS (800-275-8777)
Sales Office
Debra Dickson, Resort Home Sales Consultant
[email protected] ~ 480-828-1555 (Debra cell)
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-5pm
Sat. 9am-4pm
480-981-4822 (Sales Office) ~ 480-396-5209 (fax)
Cal-Am Construction
[email protected] ~ 480-854-0510 (phone)
Website: www.cal-am.com
A Free Hot Spot! That’s right, internet live and freely
accessible! Check with Guest Services for the WIFI
code.
Pam Nothnagel, Activity Director
[email protected]
Activity Office
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm
Sat. 9am-1pm (December-March)
480-832-2550 (phone) ~ 480-325-6030 (fax)
The experience starts here! The Activity staff is ready
to greet you with a smile and start you on your way to
fun! We will guide you to concerts, dinners, parties,
games, trips and lots more!
You will be able to buy tickets, pick up an event
calendar, ask about a golf course or restaurant in the
area, or you may purchase clothing, lanyards, hats,
coupon books, etc. Let us help you with a Room
Reservation or Party Wagon for your private and club
parties. Copies and faxes can be made for a small fee.
Check here for lost and found items.
Tickets for all shows and events must be purchased in
advance from the Activity Office. NO REFUNDS on
tickets sales, including special events.
All dinner shows and food events will feature a
fabulous meal prepared by our own professional
Cal-Am Chef John Q.
Check out the showcases and bulletin boards for the
Activity Office, clubs and classes.
Cactus Ranch House Grill
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm
Sat. 12-4pm
Country Store
1st & 3rd Mondays, November-March
Mark Redmond ~ [email protected]
Massage Therapy
Mon.-Fri. Sign up for appt in Fiesta Massage
Room with Terri Higgins
480-529-3266 (phone) [email protected]
Val Vista Village Salon & Spa
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
480-363-7293 (phone)
Email: If you would like to join our e-mail blast list,
sign up in the Activity Office.
World Span Tours & Travel
Joyce Erickson
218-849-0865 or 480-734-5031
www.worldspantours.com
480-924-4520 (phone)
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ValVistaVillageResort
Police/Fire Emergency 911
Police Non-Emergency 480-644-2211
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The season is packed with dinners, patio sales, dancing, coffee and donuts, classes, country stores, karaoke,
steak frys, stage shows, sports tournaments, holiday events and lots of music! Our “new” courtyard stage
features live music. Saturday night dances are scheduled. So, bring a friend, plan to have loads of fun and take
part in as many activities as possible!
WE NEED YOU!!
Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office to help decorate the
Villages of Val Vista for the holidays. Volunteers are needed to help
put up lights and decorations around the resort, entrances, ballroom and lobby.
It’s a huge job and we hope we can count on you! We are so thankful for all our volunteers!
Following is a list of events to help you plan your season:
●Our Christmas Parade is scheduled on Thursday, December 4th at 10am. Parade line up on 4th, 3rd & 2nd
Streets at 9:30am. Make plans now to decorate your golf cart, bicycle, motorcycle, antique car, scooter, float,
dog, whatever (!) … and get your parade entry together! Stop by the Activity Office and complete your parade
entry form with a short description of your float. Following the parade in the Village Ballroom, all parade
participants are invited to join us for refreshments. The Cal-Am Costume Shoppe offers plenty of costume
options (you may reserve costumes two weeks in advance).
●Clothing sales will be offered by New Image Fashions each month November through March from
10am-2pm. Mark the following dates on your calendar. Wednesday, December 10th; Monday,
January 12th; Wednesday, February 18th; Monday, March 23rd.
●Concert by Mesa City Band on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm in the Village Ballroom. Get your $5
tickets in advance at the Activity Office. You will enjoy this group of 60-75 individuals ranging in age from
college to post-retirement who performs a wide assortment of musical compositions including Sousa marches,
show tunes, big band, jazz, light concert arrangements, and foot stomping selections.
●Save the date...Thursday, December 18th at 7pm in the Village Ballroom for A Rockabilly Christmas
Show starring Todd Meredith and the Rave-Ons with Mr. & Mrs. Claus. Don’t miss this New York City based
tribute to all the greatest Christmas hits of the 50’s and 60’s, including high energy renditions of Rockin’ Around
the Christmas Tree, Jingle Bell Rock, Christmas Boogie, Run Rudolph Run, and some of Buddy Holly’s biggest
hits including Peggy Sue, That’ll Be The Day and Rave On! Purchase your $10 tickets in advance in the Activity
Office.
●London Bus Lights Tour will pick up in front of the Village Center on Sunday, December 21st, at 6pm &
return at 9pm. Hot cocoa provided. Passengers are welcome to bring food & drink aboard. Space is limited.
Get your $10 tickets early in the Activity Office. Come join the fun as we look at the holiday lights in the
valley.
●Christmas Dinner Gobbler on Tuesday, December 23rd from 5-7pm in the Village Ballroom. $12 tickets
available on November 3rd in the Activity Office. Menu: Slow Roasted Turkey, Seasoned Stuffing with Savory
Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable, Salad and Dinner Roll.
●Christmas Eve program on Wednesday, December 24th at 7pm in the Community Center in Fiesta. Bring a
plate of cookies to share. Sing your favorite Christmas carols with your friends, family and neighbors. Santa
Claus will be present for any children and those young at heart.
●Christmas Friendship Dinner Thursday, December 25th at 1pm in the Village Ballroom. Enjoy dinner
with family and friends of the Villages. We’ll provide the hams; you sign up to bring the rest. Tables of 8-10
will each get a ham that they can prepare. Bring your own table service and drinks. Community Potluck at
5pm in the Community Center in Fiesta. Hams will be provided for this traditional potluck. Bring your favorite
dishes to share. Please sign up for only one dinner in the hall by the Activity Office.
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●Happy New Year! The theme for this year’s New Years Eve Celebration is “Black and White Masquerade
Ball”. Village Ballroom doors open at 8:45pm on Wednesday, December 31st. Be ready to dance to Johnny K
and Kompany. Heavy appetizers will be served. We’ll bring in the New Year together at midnight. Purchase
$25 tickets in the Activity Office. Must be wearing your current Val Vista Village name badge. Only two
tickets per site.
●Our Passport to Fun takes place on Tuesday, January 6th from 1-3pm in the Village Ballroom. Bring this
Passport to Fun booklet with you and get ready to cruise. Come take a tour with us and visit all our clubs,
classes and sports teams. They are ready to welcome you aboard and show you a sample of what their group is
all about!
●Dinner Show with Allen Edwards “The Singer” in the Village Ballroom on Wednesday, January 14th.
Dinner at 5:30pm and show at 7pm. Menu: Roast Beef with Mashed Potatoes, Salad, Roll and Dessert.
Get your $25 ticket in advance from the Activity Office. Allen was given the name “The Singer” due to his
vocal versatility. He recorded a beautiful original song entitled “Could We Please Stay in Love for Awhile” that
became a top requested song on radio stations. His current hit song “First Woman I Ever Loved” was written by
songwriter Bill Dees, who wrote the multi-platinum hit “Pretty Woman”. Not just a show, not just a
performance, but truly an experience you don’t want to miss!
●Patio Sales are scheduled on Saturdays, January 17th, February 21st and March 21st from 8am-12pm.
Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office if you are participating so we can prepare maps. Watch for more
information! Cal-Am Home Sales at Val Vista Village will have an open house during Patio Sales.
●NEW this year...Manager’s Happy Hours are scheduled from 3-5pm on Thursday, January 22nd “Rootin’
Tootin’ Cowboy Roundup”; and Thursday, March 26th “Weigh Anchor The Ship’s A Sailin’.” Free appetizers and drinks. Residents only with current name badge and ticket. Stop by the Activity Office in advance and
pick up your complimentary ticket. Enjoy a good time dancing, visiting and eating in the Village Ballroom and
“new” expanded Courtyard.
●Val Vista Village Players will perform a play on Wednesday, January 28th, Wednesday, February 25th
and Wednesday, March 25th. Two shows 1pm & 5:30pm. Village Ballroom.
Sign up to participate. Contact Susan Conzatti 480-262-0063. [email protected]
●Join your friends and neighbors for an evening of laughter at the Comedy Show “Harley Worthit” on
Thursday, January 29th at 7pm in the Village Ballroom. Comedian Perry Edenburn is from Branson, Missouri
and will have you rolling on the floor. Get your $10 tickets in advance in the Activity Office.
●We will host the annual Cal-Am Tennis Tournament with Towerpoint and Sun Life on Saturday,
January 31st. Contact a tennis club member if you would like to qualify to compete. Tournament play begins
at 8am at the Tennis Courts in Ranchos. Free admission. Come out and enjoy watching the tournament.
●Sunday, February 1st … Super Bowl XLIX Party in the Village Ballroom. Doors open at 3pm. The game
is scheduled to be played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, home of the Arizona
Cardinals. Come root for your favorite team. Decorate your table. Bring a snack and your favorite beverage.
●“Dancing with the Stars” on Thursday, February 5th at 7pm in the Village Ballroom. The Utah Ballroom
Dance Company will perform Dancing with Val Vista Village Stars showcase. Just like the TV show, they
partner up with six Val Vista Village residents to learn a 90-second ballroom dance routine. You will love this
hilarious local judging panel and live show with the audience voting who will win and take home the coveted
mirror ball trophy. While the ballots are being counted, the UBDC dancers will perform a professional
showcase. Get your advance ticket in the Activity Office. Limited seating available.
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●The annual 50th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled on Monday, February 9th in the Village Ballroom at
5pm. We will celebrate all of our residents who were married in 1965. Celebrants will be our guests for dinner
that evening, all Villagers are invited to celebrate this very special evening of dinner and dancing with Mr. G’s
Swing Band! (Celebrants, please bring any wedding memorabilia you would like to share). Purchase $20
tickets for your family and friends early in the Activity Office. Limited seating available.
●Wednesday, February 11th Cal-Am Concert Series presents “Let’s Hang On!” Frankie Valli Tribute at
Val Vista Village. 4pm & 7:30pm shows in the Village Ballroom. Purchase your tickets in the Activity Office
or online, early, to get the best seats. The nation's most popular entertainer, Frankie Valli, who came to fame in
1962 as the lead singer of The Four Seasons brought such classic songs as “Big Girls Don’t Cry”, “Walk Like a
Man”, “Rag Doll”, and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”. Take a musical journey with four great looking guys,
two beautiful girls, and a live band, of one of the most successful bands of all time.
●The Sea of Love Band will provide dance music for this year’s Valentines Dinner and Dance on Saturday,
February 14th in the Village Ballroom. Dinner at 5pm. Dancing 6-9pm. Purchase $20 tickets early in the
Activity Office. Limited seating available.
●Concert by Pear on Monday, February 16th at 7pm in the Village Ballroom. “Pear” comprised of Lynae and
Denis Dufreene, accompanied by Craig Bignell, was named 2013 Group of the Year by the Association of
Country Music in Alberta. “Pear” won the 2012 International Song writing Competition for country with “This
Ain’t A Love Song”. Get your $10 tickets in the Activity Office in advance.
●Starlight Serenade Concert by Highland High Strings on Wednesday, February 18th at 7pm in the Village
Ballroom. Purchase $5 tickets in the Activity Office early as this show will sell out. Back by popular demand,
this talented group of 50+ strolling string ensemble performs a wide variety of music ranging from classical and
Broadway to pop, jazz and bluegrass. Bill Bitters has grown the Highland High School orchestra department to
award-winning consistency. They will enter the ballroom and fill it with beautiful music. A show you won’t
want to miss!
●Arts & Crafts Boutique will be Friday, February 20th. 9am-1pm. Village Ballroom. Quilting, Painting,
Jewelry, Baked Goods, Purses, Pottery, Carving, Silversmithing, Woodworking, Stained Glass, Fine Arts, Raffle
and many more unique crafts. If you are interested in participating, deadline is January 31st.
Contact Jill 719-322-1263 [email protected] or Karen 250-999-2565 [email protected]
●Sunday, February 22nd is the first annual Chili Cook Off benefitting the Wounded Warriors. Chili judging
by Cal-Am Home Sales at Val Vista Villages. Your generous, tax-deductible donation helps thousands of
injured warriors returning from the battlefield and helps provide assistance to their families.
Contact Dave or Sami Ellis 480-620-9914 for more information.
●Poker Run will be held Tuesday, February 24th beginning at 11am in the Village Ballroom. Bring your
cart, scooter, bike, etc. Sign up in advance in the Activity Office. Limited number of seats available. Five
Card Stud Run. No Peeking! Five selected stops within the villages where you’ll get your lucky cards. Finish
up with lunch in the Village Ballroom.
Please e-mail Margaret Urey at [email protected] if you would like your club/activity to be considered a stop
on the Poker Run as a means of promotion,
●Val Vista Villages hosts the annual Cal-Am Texas Holdem Tournament on Friday, February 27th in the
Village Ballroom. Must qualify to participate. Continental breakfast at 8:45am and lunch at 11:30am available.
Play begins at 10am sharp. $10 admission fee for players. Prizes awarded for those at the final table.
Contact David Dunne 480-361-2212 [email protected] or
Jim Johnston 480-664-1631 [email protected]
●CHORDIAL-AIRES will perform on Sunday, March 1st in the Village Ballroom from 2-3:15pm. Purchase
$6 ticket from a Chordial-Aires member. You will enjoy a variety of songs, both old and new which includes
choreographed songs and comedy with a women’s chorus who sing four-part harmony, acappella style.
Contact Mary Ann Bernauer 920-452-0416. [email protected]
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●Wednesday, March 4th brings the Val Vista Villages Quilt Show to our Village Ballroom from 10am-4pm.
Any resident in the Villages is eligible to show a project that has never been shown at this quilt show in the past.
Stop by the Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos to get more information and complete an entry form. Come admire the
creative talents of your Val Vista Villages friends and neighbors. There will be an amazing array of patterns and
colors on display. This show is open to all...please bring your menfolk, too, as they can help by voting for their
favorites.
●NEW Variety Show Director NEEDED … The Variety Show is scheduled for Monday, March 9th and
Tuesday, March 10th. Unfortunately, we’re without a director this year and hate to see this 30 year tradition
fall by the wayside. There is a committee ready and willing to go to work. A coordinator is all we need to make
sure all the jobs are getting done and the acts are ready to go.
Contact Margaret Urey at [email protected] or Jim Kerns at [email protected] or Lou Arnold at
[email protected], if you are interested. The show must go on!
●Get your GREEN on! Our St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Tuesday, March 17th will include a morning
parade around the Villages at 10am, and an evening concert with Switchback at 7pm in the Village Ballroom.
… Parade line up on 4th, 3rd, & 2nd Streets at 9:30am. Make plans now to decorate your golf cart, bicycle,
motorcycle, antique car, scooter, float, dog, whatever (!) … and get your parade entry together! Stop by the
Activity Office and complete your parade entry form with a short description of your float. Following the
parade in the Village Ballroom, all parade participants are invited to join us for refreshments. The Cal-Am
Costume Shoppe offers plenty of costume options (you may reserve costumes two weeks in advance!).
… Featuring American Roots & Celtic Soul, Switchback combines acoustic and electric sounds with
elements of Bluegrass, Country, Rock, Celtic and Pop. Get your $10 tickets in advance in the Activity Office
for this evening performance.
●Thursday, March 19th is our annual Volunteer Appreciation. BY INVITATION ONLY. “You are our
Sweet Potato”. Tickets and current name badges required. Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers!!!
Without you, the resort, activities, events, club and classes could not be successful. If you have volunteered
25 hours or more this season, we would like to invite you to our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration.
Entertainment by Jerry Breeden. Be sure to turn in your Volunteer Card to the Activity Office no later than
Monday, March 9th. You may pick up your ticket at that time. You must have your name badge with you!
All tickets must be claimed by Friday, March 13th.
●Our Farewell Dance takes place on Friday, March 20th with music by Harry Mathews and Saturday,
March 21st with music by Davis Highway Band. Join us from 7-10pm to dance the night away and say
goodbye to the 2014-2015 season. We want to provide all residents the opportunity to celebrate the end of the
season with us. Please, only two tickets per home site for either Friday or Saturday night. Tickets are $7.50 in
advance.
●Pool Party on Friday, March 27th from 3-6pm. Join us in the Courtyard and Pool Deck for some poolside
tunes by North Star. Order “special tropical menu items” from the grill. Bar will be open with “special happy
hour tropical drinks”. No glass containers. Swimwear suggested.
***Save some space on your calendar as there are even more things to come that are not yet scheduled.***
But wait … it’s not over yet! April ushers in some of the best Arizona weather of the year and our Easter
Friendship Dinner takes place on Easter Sunday, April 5th.
We hope you will take part in the activities offered this season. Dates and times are subject to change. Be sure
to check the bulletin boards for continued updates, changes, costs, space and sign up sheets for all events,
classes, crafts and groups. Your best option for staying informed is to attend coffee on Thursday mornings at
8:30am in the Village Ballroom. Check with the Activity Office if you have questions… 480-832-2550.
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Managers’ Happy Hours
“NEW” this year, Managers’ Happy Hours are scheduled
from 3-5pm. Free appetizers and drinks. Music in the
Courtyard and Village Ballroom. Residents only with
current name badge and ticket. Stop by the Activity
Office in advance to pick up your complimentary ticket.
Enjoy a good time dancing, visiting and eating!
Thursday,
January 22nd, 2015
MCB-Brookharts
MCY-North Star
Rootin’ Tootin’
Salute To Our Veterans
Tuesday, November 11th, 2014
at 11-11:30am in the Village Ballroom
Cowboy Roundup
Short Program to
Honor those who served
and are serving.
The Cactus Ranch House Grill will be
serving an All American Meal
after the program.
Hamburger-Fries-Small Soda
$4.00
Cheeseburger-Fries-Small Soda $5.00
Weigh Anchor The Ship’s A Sailin’
Thursday,
March 26th, 2015
MCB-Wayne & Deb
MCY-Fairlanes
BLACK AND WHITE
MASQUERADE
NEW YEARS EVE BALL
Wednesday, December 31st, 2014
Village Ballroom
8:45pm-12:30am
Tickets go on sale in the Activities Office
November 3rd, 2014
Must be wearing your current name badge.
Only Two Tickets per Site. $25.00
Music Provided By
Johnny K and Kompany
Heavy Appetizers will be served.
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2014-2015 Village Events… 2
Thursday, January 29th, 2015
in the Ballroom
Dinner Show
with
Allen Edwards
Get your Tickets in the
Activity Office $10.00
“The Singer”
Experience you don’t want to miss!
Wednesday, January 14th, 2015
in the Ballroom
Dinner at 5:30pm. Show at 7pm.
Menu: Roast Beef with Mashed Potatoes,
Salad, Roll and Dessert.
Get your ticket from the Activity Office
$25.00
Pear
With Lynae as the songstress and Denis as the
musical backbone, PEAR has quickly developed a
grassroots following in both Canada and the US.
Denis and Lynae have opened for a truly diverse
group of performers including Alanis Morrisette,
Alan Jackson, Moby, Barenaked Ladies, Tim
McGraw, Martina McBride, Tammy Wynette, Paul
Brandt and the Counting Crows.
Monday, February 16th, 2015 at 7pm
in the Ballroom
Get your Tickets in the Activity Office $10.00
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HARLEY WORTHIT
S
H
O
W
Laugh until
you cry!
with Comedian Perry Edenburn
from Branson MO.
Switchback
American Roots
§
Not just a Show,
Not just a Performance,
But Truly an
Celtic Soul
Switchback combines acoustic and
electric sounds with elements of
Bluegrass, Country, Rock, Celtic and Pop
Tuesday, March 17th 2015 at 7pm
in the Ballroom
Get your tickets in the Activity Office
$10.00
MUSIC IN THE COURTYARD…
DECEMBER
12/1 Paul Taylor
12/2 Midnight Moon
12/3 Rockafella
12/4 Montana Guy
12/5 Michael Ewing
12/8 Karaoke w/Cliff & Sue (12-2)
12/8 Rich Mancini
12/9 North Star
12/10 Dan the Music Man
12/11 John & Suzie
12/12 Tommy G
12/15 The Brookharts
12/16 Van Arlon
12/17 Wayne & Deb
12/18 Rockafella
12/19 The Breeze
12/22 Guilty Pleasures
12/23 Jared Howe
12/24 Christmas Eve (No MCY)
12/25 Merry Christmas (Grill closed)
12/26 Jeff Stephens
12/29 Harry Mathews
12/30 North Star
12/31 New Years Eve (No MCY)
1/31
*All Music in the Courtyard is held from
3-5pm unless otherwise noted.
Harry Mathews (1-4)
FEBRUARY
2/2
Paul Taylor
2/3
Van Arlon
2/4
Dan the Music Man
2/5
Wayne & Deb
2/6
Keven Moen
2/7
Dakota Kid (1-3)
2/9
Karaoke w/Cliff & Sue (12-2)
2/9
Rich Mancini
2/10 The Breeze
2/11 Easy Sounds
2/12 Armour Gomez
2/13 Tommy G
2/14 Reign n Country (1-3)
2/16 Guilty Pleasures
2/17 Rick Ricci
2/18 Brookharts
2/19 Michael Ewing
2/20 Midnight Moon
2/21 Armour Gomez (1-3)
2/23 Rich Mancini
2/24 Rick Jones
2/25 Easy Sounds
2/26 Randy Johnson
2/27 Wayne & Deb
JANUARY
1/1
Happy New Year (Grill closed) 2/28 Hot Foot (1-3)
1/2
Brookharts
1/3
Reign n Country (1-3)
MARCH
3/2
Harry Mathews
1/5
John & Suzie
3/3
Van Arlon
1/6
Palmer Howard
3/4
Easy Sounds
1/7
Dan The Music man
3/5
Desert Breeze
1/8
TBD
3/6
Ricky Ricci
1/9
Tommy G
3/7
Tommy G (1-3)
1/10 Wayne & Deb (1-3)
Karaoke w/Cliff & Sue (12-2)
1/12 Karaoke w/Cliff & Sue (12-2) 3/9
3/9
Rich Mancini
1/12 Rich Mancini
3/10 Palmer Howard
1/13 Fall River
3/11 Jared Howe
1/14 Easy Sounds
3/12 Dakota Kid
1/15 Rick Jones
3/13 Fall River
1/16 Jeff Stephens
3/14 Wayne & Deb (1-3)
1/17 Michael Ewing (1-3)
3/16 The Brookharts
1/19 Dakota Kid
3/17 Reign n Country
1/20 The Breeze
3/18 Dan the Music Man
1/21 Guilty Pleasures
3/19 Fred Rutledge
1/22 North Star-MHH Courtyard
3/20 Harry Mathews
1/22 Brookharts-MHH Ballroom
3/21 Montana Guy (1-3)
1/23 Rich Mancini (5-7)
3/23 Guilty Pleasures
1/24 Hot Foot (1-3)
3/24 April Walker
1/26 Wayne & Deb
3/25 Rich Mancini
1/27 Palmer Howard
3/26 Fairlanes-MHH Courtyard
1/28 Easy Sounds
3/26 Wayne & Deb-MHH Ballroom
1/29 Desert Breeze
3/27 North Star
1/30 Midnight Moon
3/28
3/30
3/31
Reign n Country (1-3)
Wayne & Deb
Midnight Moon
APRIL
4/1
Jeff Stephens
4/2
Dakota Kid
4/3
The Brookharts
4/4
Armour Gomez (1-3)
4/6
North Star
4/8
Rich Mancini
4/10 Dan the Music Man
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SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES ...
Saturday Night Dance Tickets for January-March will go on sale January 2nd. Get your tickets early!
Remember, our seating is limited. Only two tickets per site. Please have a Val Vista Villages name badge
(with the 14/15 sticker on it) for each ticket you plan to purchase! If a dance is not sold out, three days before
the dance, tickets will be open to all Cal-Am Resorts residents.
7-10pm in the Village Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets $7.50/advance ~ $10/door
Bring your favorite beverage & snacks… enjoy complimentary popcorn!
December 6-Tory Edwards
December 20-Come Back Buddy
January 3-Needham Twins
January 10-Harry Mathews
January 17-Southwest Surfers
January 24-North Star (Tennis Fundraiser)
(Tickets available through Tennis Club)
January 31-Road Runner
CACTUS RANCH HOUSE GRILL
February 7-That Kool Band
February 21-North Star
February 28-Southwest Surfers
March 7-North Star
March 14-Rare Collections
March 20-Harry Mathews
March 21-Davis Highway Band
March 28-Pam & Dave
Monday-Friday ~ 11am-6pm
Bring your friends and enjoy delicious food and drinks in our “NEW” expanded Courtyard.
Sunday Brunch will be held once a month from 8am-12pm at the Courtyard. If inclement
weather, then it will be held at the Community Center in Fiesta. Cal-Am Catering will provide
Fresh Fruit, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Potatoes, and either Waffles or Pancakes for $8.50.
Mark your calendar for December 28th, February 1st and March 8th.
Hot Dog Cart “new this season” will be available, occasionally, during Music in the Courtyard,
3-5pm beginning November 17th through March. A variety of “dogs” along with chips and soda
will be available for purchase; hot dog, foot long, brat, polish, and chili.
Watch for special Patio Dinners on Tuesdays!
Gift certificates make a tasty gift!
ACTIVITIES PROGRAM (Passport to Fun)...
At Val Vista Villages, the goal of our activities program is to support your physical, social, emotional and
spiritual needs. We want you to have the opportunity to take part in any and every activity that is of interest to
you! If you don’t see something of interest in our Passport to Fun booklet, and you’d like to see something
added, please let us know. We invite and encourage you to try something new! Some classes involve a small
participation fee. Times and dates are subject to change. If you have questions, check with Activity
Coordinators, stop in the Activity Office, or call the office at 480-832-2400 for more information.
ATTENTION ACTIVITY COORDINATORS:
Please inform the Activity Office of the date and time your activity will begin and end. Doublecheck to make
sure your room is available on the dates you need it. If needed, complete a Room Request form for your event
and/or activity. Please provide a short descriptive write-up of your activity for the 2015-2016 Passport to Fun.
Activity Coordinators Meetings … The Activity Director meets with all coordinators, presidents and leaders in
November, December and March. Bring your ideas and suggestions!
… Mark your calendar to attend, discuss plans, and sign up for the upcoming Passport to Fun event at a
planning meeting from 11am-12pm on Monday, December 15th in the Poker Room in Val Vista.
*Please indicate your interest in having a table at the Passport to Fun event on Tuesday, January 6th
from 1-3pm in the Village Ballroom.
Contact Dick Davis 503-866-9976, Pat Sunia 480-854-2263 or Norma Lafferton 505-999-6558 to sign up.
… Plan to attend, or have someone from your group attend, a discussion meeting of how the season went and
go over ideas and suggestions for next season at 11am-12pm on Friday, March 13th in the Poker Room in
Val Vista. Complete Room Requests and information for the Passport to Fun booklet for next year before you
leave. Submit a photo of your group.
Thank you! Our volunteer coordinators are the heart and soul of our activities program!
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Arts (Open Art Studio) … Fridays, 12:30-4pm. October through April. Ranchos Activity Room #1. Artists
using all mediums meet to enjoy painting together, helping each other, and ending with a coffee/snack/critique
session. Goal: Find ways to encourage participation to new participants.
Contact Ruby Johnston 480-306-8020. [email protected]
“Bob Ross” Oil Painting Class … 4th Monday, 8:30am-2pm. January through March. Ranchos Activity Room
#1. Cost $55. Supplies will be furnished. We provide everything you need to complete a beautiful painting in
just ONE class, even if you have never painted before. Bring a snack. Sign ups and paintings on display by the
Activity Office. Two certified instructors.
Contact Jim & Yvonne Corbett 480-983-6221. [email protected]
Ceramics … Wednesdays, 9am-4pm. November through March. Ceramics Room in Fiesta. We will have
classes and will be learning some new techniques. There is time to work on your own. Hope you can join the
fun!
Contact Kathie Lambert 218-556-0441. [email protected]
China Painting … Tuesdays & Fridays, 9am-12pm. November through March. Ceramics Room in Fiesta.
Come join the wonderful art of china painting. Classes are geared to the beginning to intermediate painter. Fee
$15 per class and includes all supplies except the porcelain which is available for a nominal fee.
… Select Wednesdays, 1-4pm. January through February. Ceramics Room in Fiesta. Paint & Sip has
returned. $25 includes all supplies plus wine & cheese. Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office.
Contact Daisy Hains at 480-580-0441. [email protected]
Folk-Art (Beginner) … Tuesdays, 10am-12pm. November through March. Craft Room in Val Vista. Learn
Traditional Folk Art the easy way with stroke work worksheets, create a Greeting Card, an Acorn Box and a
small Trinket Box (6 inches). All needed supplies, brushes, paints, Greeting Card, Acorn and Trinket Box,
printed materials and lessons provided in the material cost of $20...Instruction is FREE! Bring a smile and Let’s
Paint!
Contact Karen Morgan 250-999-2565. [email protected]
Jewelry/Craft Making … Wednesdays, 9am-4:30pm. Year round. Craft Room in Val Vista. Learn to create
jewelry or better your skills in jewelry making. From basic classes to more advanced classes, I am there for you.
Each class is $15. We also offer a $5 play day on Wednesday from 9:30am-4:30pm for those that have basic
knowledge and would like to play with our tools and beads.
Contact Sandy Rode 602-769-6719. [email protected]
Lapidary/Silversmith … Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm. November through March. Val Vista Building #4
(J2). In lapidary we will be cutting of locks into slabs in order to make cabochons for pendants, earrings and
rings. In silversmith we will learn the basic introduction into the making of jewelry. Instructions are offered in
both lapidary and silversmith classes. There is a fee for the classes. Learning a new skill can be fun. Drop by
the shop. We will be glad to show you what we do. Courses are offered in the evenings from 6-9pm.
Contact Graham Walker 480-981-8146. [email protected]
Needlework … Fridays, 9:30-11am. December through March. Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos. Are you having
trouble finishing your projects? Do you need help with Needlework, Cross Stitch, Knitting, Crocheting,
Hardanger, or other hand work? Do you need new ideas or patterns? Bring the current project you are working
on!
Contact Sally Loechelt 480-854-2931. [email protected]
Painted Lace Coasters … Tuesdays, 1-3pm. November through March. Craft Room in Val Vista. Learn to
paint lace on 4 wooden coasters that look like you stamped on lace rather than painted it. Class instruction
package; 4 black wood (cork bottom) coasters, 2 essential brushes, practice brushes, paints, varnish are provided
in the material cost of $20. Bring a smile and Let’s Lace!
Contact Karen Morgan 250-999-2565. [email protected]
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Portrait Drawing (Art with Edna) … Thursdays, 9am-12pm. Fridays, 10:30am-1:30pm. November through
April. Vista Room North in Val Vista. Start with a cherished photo of a family ancestor or your favorite picture
of a grandchild. Using the grid method, learn how to transform that picture into a charcoal drawing worthy of
framing.
Contact Edna Gruver 480-832-4371.
Pottery … Monday through Friday, 10am-4pm. November through March. Ceramics Room in Fiesta.
We welcome all those who want to learn about pottery and to have fun playing in the mud.
Contact Anne Feeleus 480-272-6564. [email protected]
Quilting (Blue Sky) … Blue Sky Quilters gather in the Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos. The room is open Monday
through Friday 7am-10:30pm when monitors are available. There is a schedule posted on the bulletin board in the
foyer. Quilt Guild Meetings are twice a month from 7pm-9pm. Classes will be posted in the Val Vista
Villages Newsletter and on the bulletin board in the Fiber Arts Center. The Fiber Arts Center is open to all who
wish to sew. While the main focus of The Blue Sky Quilters is quilting, we are a fun group with machines and
knowledge to help complete any project. We offer beginning classes as well as a variety of more advance
quilting. There is never a charge, except the needed supplies. The finale of our season is the quilt show on
March 4th in the Village Ballroom, truly a worthwhile event.
Contact Laura Dean 360-710-8655. [email protected]
Quilting (Michigan Group) … Mondays, 8am-1pm. November through March. Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos.
Contact Jeanette Amell 989-255-3038. [email protected] or
Ginny Ferrara 248-761-6366. [email protected]
Quilting (Village Charity) … Mondays, 8am-1pm. November through March. Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos.
We make all types of quilts for charity groups only. There is no need to have any prior ability, as our more
experienced people will help you tie, cut, sew and sort fabrics. There is no cost, we have all the supplies, but we
gladly accept donations of thread, cotton material and other related items. It is a great way to meet other ladies,
so come for a look and stay for the morning.
Contact Diane Gosselin 480-807-5485 or Elaine Kragt 509-991-3533.
Scrapbooking/Stamping … Wednesdays, 1-4pm. December through March. Vista Room North in Val Vista.
Scrapbooking is preserving the present for future generations in pictures, stories and mementoes. Making your
own special cards is just another way of showing someone you really care to send the very best card to celebrate
their special day.
Contact Mariel Grubar 612-270-5967. [email protected]
Sculpting … Thursdays, 1-3pm. Ceramics Room in Fiesta.
Contact Anne Feeleus 480-272-6564. [email protected]
Stained Glass … Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm. October through March. Stained Glass Shop in Fiesta.
Feel free to come and tour our facilities as visitors and guests are always welcome. A list of classes, dates and
fees are available in the glass shop. Classes offered will include: Cut & Grind, Beginner’s Class, Jewelry
Making, Fusing Plates & Dishes, Leading & Foiling Techniques, Mosaic Techniques, Stepping Stones, Wire
Wrapping Jewelry. All classes will be scheduled whenever there is a need for them as instructors are available.
Enrollment will be on a first come-first serve basis. Many of our instructors have invested a great deal of time
and money to be able to provide you with the newest techniques and products available. Please remember that all
of the stained glass monitors and instructors are volunteers.
Contact Joan Lindenmoyer 814-450-1366. [email protected] or Vangie Cain 916-616-1571.
Woodcarvers … Monday through Friday, 9am-3pm. November through April. Val Vista Building #4 (J3). All
are welcome. If you ever wanted to try carving, we have a number of very experienced members to share their
time and knowledge with you. All you need is time. No dues. Come and observe or join in the fun.
Contact Carl Olson 480-830-6395. [email protected]
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Woodshop … Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm. October through March. Woodshop in Fiesta. We have a
new, state of the art, wood shop. We can help you with a variety of projects. Come and learn something new.
There is a fee to use this shop.
Contact Don Williams 757-581-9247. [email protected]
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Arts & Crafts Events
Arts & Crafts Boutique … Friday, February 20th. 9am-1pm. Village Ballroom. Quilting, Painting, Jewelry,
Baked Goods, Purses, Pottery, Carving, Silversmithing, Woodworking, Stained Glass, Fine Arts, Raffle and
much more unique crafts. If you are interested in participating, deadline is January 31st.
Contact Jill 719-322-1263 [email protected] or Karen 250-999-2565 [email protected]
Country Store … 1st & 3rd Mondays, 9am-12pm. November through March. Village Ballroom. Great
bargains! Many vendors!
Contact Mark Redmond at [email protected] if you are interested in being a vendor.
Cal-Am Pinewood Derby … Saturday, March 14th at Valle del Oro. Bring out the Cub Scout in you! Pick up
your $5 kit in the Activity Office and sign up to compete.
Val Vista Villages Quilt Show … Wednesday, March 4th. 10am-4pm. Village Ballroom. Come admire the
creative talents of your Val Vista Village friends and neighbors. There will be an amazing array of patterns and
colors on display. This show is open to all...please bring your men folk, too, as they can help us by voting for
their favorites! Stop by the Fiber Arts Center in Ranchos for more information.
Val Vista Villages Artists Arts & Crafts Exhibits … Sunday, March 8th. 1-3pm. Village Ballroom, Vista Room
North & Vista Room South in Val Vista. Please pick up a form in the Activity office and complete it, if you plan
on participating in the Village Artists Arts & Crafts Exhibit. Show off everything you have made at Val Vista
Village this season. No sales during exhibit.
Contact Joann Fredrick at 815-537-2455 [email protected] or
Don Schultz at 480-734-9522 [email protected]
CARDS & GAMES... 1
Bingo (at Val Vista Village) … Every Tuesday. Doors open at 6pm. Bingo begins at 7pm sharp. November
through March. Community Center in Fiesta. All cards 50 cents and 50 cents for the jackpot. Twenty games
played. All monies collected are given back in payouts of games won. Current season’s name badges are
required to play! Residents of all Cal-Am properties are invited. No daubers needed. Just come for the fun!
Contact Susan Murley 480-478-9059. [email protected]
Bingo (at Cal-Am Good Life RV Resort) … Every Friday night at 6:30pm in the Starlight Ballroom located at
3403 E Main St. $5 Boxed Dinners sold at 5pm. Play begins at 6:30pm sharp. Snacks and prizes! Popcorn
50 cents. Ice Cream at the break $2. $1500 Progressive minimum. $500 Jack Pot minimum. Bingo Prizes
$110 each game. Progressive Pot goes up $250 every week and 1 number. Daubers are available for purchase.
Join the fun!
Bridge (Duplicate) … Wednesdays & Thursdays. 12:30-4:30pm. November through March. Card Room in
Val Vista. Join us for an exciting game! Bring 50 cents. Knowledge of the game is needed and if you need a
partner, we will find one for you. Meet lots of nice people from every state and also Canada who love the game.
Snacks provided.
Contact Jan Levering 740-360-4359. [email protected]
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Bridge (Free Lessons) … Thursdays. 9:30-11:30am. December through March. Card Room in Val Vista. Want
to learn the exciting game of Bridge? Then this is where you can get started. No cost.
Contact Jan Levering 740-360-4359. [email protected]
Bridge (Social) … Mondays. 12:45-4pm. November through March. Card Room in Val Vista. Join us for a fun
afternoon of meeting new players just learning the game to intermediate players. Bring 25 cents. Enjoy lots of
laughs and having a good playing the exciting game of bridge. No partner needed.
Contact Jan Levering 740-360-4359. [email protected]
Bridge (Party) … Wednesdays. 1-4:30pm. October through April. Vista Room South in Val Vista.
Contact Shirley Christopherson 480-654-6416.
Bunco … 1st & 4th Wednesdays. 6:30-9pm. December through March. Poker Room in Val Vista. Come join
us for a night of fun. Groups of four. Dice game. Cost $3.
Contact Stephane Bourne 480-361-7574. [email protected]
Chess Club … Tuesdays. 9:30-11:30am. November through March. Card Room in Val Vista. Play chess, meet
new people. No fees, just play.
Contact Phil Habegger. [email protected]
Cribbage … Mondays. 7-9pm. November through March. Card Room in Val Vista. Come join us! You do not
have to have a partner. Cost is 25 cents for the evening. Please wear your name badge.
Contact Joan Kerrick 480-981-6165. [email protected]
Cribbage … Thursdays. 7-9pm. November through March. Community Center in Fiesta. Everyone welcome.
Just a fun game to meet with your neighbors.
Contact James White 530-582-1588. [email protected]
Cribbage (Doubles) … 1st & 3rd Saturdays. 1-3pm. November through March. Card Room in Val Vista.
You must have a partner. You keep your same partner through the play.
Contact Helen Mroczkiewicz 480-981-7187.
Dominoes (Mexican Train) … Mondays. 6:30-9pm. November through April. Community Center in Fiesta.
Bring a snack.
Contact Shirley Maas 480-214-3117. [email protected]
Dominoes (Mexican Train) … Mondays. 6:30-9pm. October through March. Poker Room in Val Vista. Hop
aboard the Val Vista Mexican Train. More fun. Fast play. Team play. Play multiple tiles each turn. No cost.
We start promptly at 6:30pm. Come early. Limited seating.
Contact Sandy Wilson 317-694-8926. [email protected]
Euchre … Wednesdays. 7-9pm. November through March. Community Center in Fiesta. Friendly game(s)
played with changing partners. 25 cents per evening. All cash paid out to prizes that evening.
Contact Sally Loechelt 480-854-2931. [email protected]
Euchre (Bid) … Thursdays. 6:30-9:30pm. October through April. Card Room in Val Vista. Bid Euchre is a
card game combining bidding with regular Euchre. A pinochle deck is used. Cost is 50 cents per person.
Instructions at 6pm. Play starts at 6:30pm sharp.
Contact Peg Pitzen 480-218-2214. [email protected]
Euchre … Saturdays. 6:45-9:30pm. Play starts at 7pm sharp. November through March. Card Room in Val
Vista. Cost is 25 cents per person.
Contact Karen Rogers 563-388-0476. [email protected]
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“500” Card Game … Tuesdays. 6:30-9pm. January through March. Card Room in Val Vista. “500” card game
is much like Euchre, playing with bowers and one joker. It requires skill and card sense but is very easy to learn!
Lessons available before every game starting at 6pm.
Contact Melody Dennis 503-313-6466. [email protected]
Games Night … Twice monthly on Saturdays. Call for dates. 7-8:30pm. December through April. Community
Center in Fiesta. Open to everyone. Play games with friends. Some could Dominoes. Some could play card
games or other board games.
Contact Erlene Grimes 605-553-6543. [email protected]
Hand N Foot … Fridays. 6:45-9:30pm. Play begins at 7pm sharp. Please arrive between 6:30-6:50pm to get
assignments done prior to 7pm. November through April. Vista Room North & Vista Room South in Val Vista.
Please join us. This is a good time for all. Easily learned and an awesome group of people. Bring your own
water/soda and shuffler if you wish.
Contact Lynette Lubbock 319-389-1065. [email protected]
Joker Game … Wednesdays. 7-9pm. January through March. Vista Room South in Val Vista. Joker Game is a
board game played with 3 decks of cards and colored pegs. The joker is wild and can be used many ways.
Contact Beverly Schultz 480-734-9522. [email protected]
King Gin … Mondays. 1-4pm. January through March. Vista Room South in Val Vista. Fun and easy rummy
type card game. Almost anyone can learn to play it.
Contact Sue Smith 717-873-7886. [email protected]
Mahjong … Tuesdays. 12-4pm. Year round. Card Room in Val Vista. Chinese game played with special tiles.
I’m available to teach at every class. It’s not like computer mahjong at all.
Contact Marion Burianek 480-832-5098.
Pinochle (Double Deck) … Mondays & Tuesdays. 12:30-4:30pm. October through April. Ranchos Activity
Room #2.
Contact Linda Patrick 480-209-2206. [email protected] or
Norma Lafferton 505-999-6558. [email protected]
Poker (Dealer’s Choice) … Tuesdays. 6-9pm. November through March. Poker Room in Val Vista.
$10 buy in. 5 cents, 10 cents or 25 cents bets. 3 raises max. $10 is the most you can lose.
Contact Garry Bourne 480-361-7574. [email protected] or
Jim Johnston 480-664-1631. [email protected] or
Barry Folsom 503-348-0668
Poker (Penny) … Tuesdays. 7-9pm. October through March. Poker Room in Val Vista.
Contact Everett Funk 602-740-9566. [email protected]
Puzzles … There is a variety of jigsaw puzzles for your enjoyment in the Library located on the 2nd floor of the
Village Center. Open daily from 7am-10pm for your relaxation.
Contact Lois Olson 480-830-6395. [email protected]
“65” Card Game … Saturdays in Vista North in Val Vista. Sundays in Card Room in Val Vista. 2-5pm.
Year round. Come play with us. 65 cents needed for each game. Lots of fun!
Contact Lois Olson 480-830-6395. [email protected] or Vangie Cain 916-616-1571.
Shanghai Cards … Wednesdays. 1-4pm. November through April. Ranchos Activity Room #1. Pairs and runs.
Bring your pennies.
Contact Lois Olson 480-830-6395. [email protected]
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Sheepshead Card Game/Social Bridge … Fridays. 1-4pm. January through March. Card Room in Val Vista.
Sheepshead is an exciting card game. Social Bridge is enjoyed by many. Come and join us for a relaxing time.
Contact Don Pitzen 920-457-7074.
Texas Holdem (Thursday Poker) … Thursdays. 6-9pm. Year Round. Poker Room in Val Vista.
Contact Janet Padget 480-830-1879. [email protected]
Texas Holdem … Fridays. 6-9:30pm. Registration at 5:00pm. Play begins at 6pm sharp. October through
March. Poker Room in Val Vista. Current season’s name badges are required to play! $10 buy in. $1 for
high hand. All money paid out. It’s fun and a great way to spend a Friday night.
Contact David Dunne 480-361-2212 [email protected] or
Jim Johnston 480-664-1631 [email protected]
Val Vista Gamblers/Charlies Angels (Card Game) …
November through March. Sports Lounge in Val Vista.
Contact Lyle Busch 507-360-7464. [email protected]
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays.
7:30-10am.
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Cards & Games Events
New Years Eve Card & Game Night … Wednesday, December 31st. Starts at 7:30pm and goes till the last
noise maker is played at midnight. Join us in the Card Room in Val Vista for a night of fun and laughs. Several
kinds of games will be played from card games like Bridge, Euchre, etc. to board games like Rummikub,
Dominoes, etc. Bring a finger food to share and your own drink. Ice will be furnished.
Contact Jan Levering at 740-360-4359. [email protected]
New Years Eve Game Night … Wednesday, December 31st. 7-11pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Open to
everyone. Play games with friends. Some could play Dominoes. Some could play card games or other board
games.
Contact Erlene Grimes 605-553-6543. [email protected]
Cal-Am Euchre Tournament … Thursday, February 12th at Good Life. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Bridge Tournament … Tuesday, February 24th at Mesa Regal. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Texas Holdem Tournament … Friday, February 27th at Val Vista Village in the Village Ballroom.
Must qualify to participate.
Contact David Dunne 480-361-2212 [email protected] or
Jim Johnston 480-664-1631 [email protected]
CLASSES… 1
Cal-Am Sponsored Cooking Classes … 1st & 3rd Thursdays. 10am-12pm. January through March. Community
Center in Fiesta. Karen Rudder will be offering Cooking Classes through Life Style University. Her husband
John will be assisting. She will teach a class demonstrating the meal of the week. The meal will include an
entrée, a side dish and a dessert. Cal-Am Chef John will provide the same meal demonstrated for the attendees.
Class fee is $5 per person. This will include the demonstration, a recipe handout and a small meal. Class sizes
are limited to 12 people. Sign up early in the Activity Office and get your ticket!
Contact Karen Rudder 480-532-6971.
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Cal-Am Sponsored Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Classes … Mondays. 9am-12pm. November through March.
Vista Room North in Val Vista. Fly Fishing is a great lifetime sport, activity, experience or whatever you choose
to call it: it is a relaxing stress reliever. Tying the artificial patterns called flies is an aspect that gives the same
benefits as fishing itself. Men and women alike enjoy these activities. Bring a friend and come learn the
lifestyle of fly tying and fly fishing. Fishing trips will be held on Wednesdays and will be announced. Please
bring your own equipment and license. Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office for this fun class with
Mike Willis.
Cal-Am Sponsored Geocaching … Mondays. 8:30-9:30am. October through March. Ranchos Activity
Room #2. If you have little or no experience with Geocaching (a world wide treasure hunting game) then this
FREE class is for you. Over eight weeks you will learn where the treasure maps are, how to navigate to a cache
using a GPS device, how to take credit for your find, and other fun things. Take part in a final virtual cache hunt
to win a prize. Through participation, you will learn where geocaches are located, the different type of
geocaches, and practice finding Cal-Am unique caches located within the resort. The class will use Cal-Am
provided Garmin GPS devices for geocaching and discuss smartphone use. The class will also discuss
benchmarks and letterboxing, two other popular items to seek and find. This class will prepare you to start your
own geocaching adventures wherever you travel. Experienced cachers may consider the “Workshop for
Geocachers” at Mesa Regal or Towerpoint. Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office or e-mail Dana Sawyer at
[email protected]
Cal-Am Sponsored Guitar Classes … Wednesdays. 10:30-11:30am. January through March. Fiesta
Multipurpose Room. Classes are provided FREE of charge by Cal-Am Resorts to all Cal-Am Residents. If you
are interested in learning how to play the guitar or improve your skills, Susan Locke will be available to help
you. Provide your own guitar and music stand. Sign up in the hall by the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Sponsored Spanish Classes … Thursdays. December through March. Fitness/Recreation Complex
Multipurpose Room #1. Class sizes are limited. Please sign up early in the hall by the Activity Office
for this class with Mary Eggleston.
… Basic Spanish Class 1-2pm. Designed for those who speak no Spanish at all, this fun class is an
introduction to the Spanish language, with special emphasis on travel and restaurant terms. Learn how
to pronounce Spanish words, numbers, days of the week, months, etc. Also includes cultural
presentations and music. Class starts on Page 1 of the required book, Spanish in 10 Minutes a Day ($20).
… Intermediate Spanish Class 2:15-3:15pm. This fun class is designed for those who already speak some
Spanish and are comfortable with basic greetings and simple conversations in Spanish. Also includes
cultural presentations, music and other learning activities. Intermediate class starts at about 1/4 of the
way into the required book, Spanish in10 Minutes a Day ($20).
Cal-Am Sponsored Technology & You Classes … Wednesdays. 10-11am. November through March. Poker
Room in Val Vista. Classes are provided FREE of charge by Cal-Am Resorts to all Cal-Am residents. Bring your
device and your questions and Jeanne and Dave Rudick will be happy to help you learn more. Watch bulletin
boards for specific dates and when each of the following topics are covered. The following seven classes are
repeated three times throughout the season.
Cell Phone Basics/Text Messaging/Smart Phones/Apps
Tablet Computer Basics and Apps
Mobile Camera Apps/Webcam/Skype/Face Time
Social Networking, Apps and Security
Music Basics and Apps
GPS Basics/Apps/Websites
E-Reader Basics/Apps
Write Your Own Story … Wednesdays. 10-11:30am. January through March. First meeting Wednesday,
January 7th. Ranchos Activity Room #2. A fun and interesting group that gets together to write and read our
life story. Grandpas and Grandmas write their story for themselves and grandchildren. Every person’s story is
interesting. No cost.
Contact Leann Fredrickson 480-924-7706. [email protected]
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CLUBS… 1
Apple Interest Group … 2nd & 4th Mondays. 7-9pm. October through March. Computer Lab in Ranchos.
Open to everyone.
Camera Club … 1st & 3rd Mondays. 7pm. January through March. Computer Lab in Ranchos. Open to
everyone.
Contact Joel Spykerman 480-634-5149. [email protected]
Chess Club … Tuesdays. 9:30-10:30am. January through March. Card Room in Val Vista.
Contact Bill Geris 519-872-2346.
Computer Club … Monday through Friday. November through March. Computer Lab in Ranchos. Computer
Club membership is $40/couple for the season, $25 a person for the season, $10/week. We have many classes.
Watch for updates on classes and more information. We have more than 50 volunteers trained to man the lab and
give help when needed. We continue to make labels, business cards, flyers, etc. for a small fee.
If you just need a computer to log on and check your e-mail or to do a bit of typing, an additional room is right
next door in the Ranchos Activity Room with computers available to all resort guests, open seven days a week,
7am-10pm. There are computers set up for you to use without entering the lab. You are on your own here, no
one to help you. If you are unsure of your computer abilities and occasionally need someone to help you, then
consider joining the Computer Club.
… Computer Lab in Ranchos open Monday through Friday. 9am-3pm. November through March. Evening
hours are 7-9pm. December through March.
… iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch class December 1st-5th, 12-2pm. Cost of the iPad class is $25, plus you must be a
computer club member. Class size is limited. Sign up early!
… Apple Users, for all residents, 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7pm.
… Camera Club is for all residents, 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7pm.
… Genealogy is for all residents, Tuesdays, 7pm.
… Computer Club monthly meeting 2nd Wednesday each month at 3pm. Fitness/Recreation Complex
Multipurpose Room #1.
… For more classes, check bulletin boards and check the website. www.vvvcomputerclub.com
… Volunteers needed for the season. Sign up at the Computer Lab in Ranchos.
Drillettes … Tuesdays. 2-3pm. January through March. Ranchos Activity Room #1. All ladies who are
interested are welcome to join us. Some of the activities that we do are practice marching to a routine, do some
marching outdoors, have a style show and perform in parades. There is no fee to join, and we provide you with
the uniform we are using. There is a refundable fee for the hat of $5. You would provide your own black shoes.
We have lots of fun with all these activities and hope you will join us.
Contact Marla Kube 651-245-5571. [email protected]
Genealogy Club … Tuesdays. 7-9pm. November through March. Computer Lab in Ranchos. Open to
everyone. There is no fee for the Tuesday evening sessions; however, the Computer Club has a Library
Subscription to Ancestry.com on all computers, which is available to all members of the Computer Club. The
Computer Club is open 9am-3pm Monday through Friday November through March. Evening hours are 7-9pm
December through March. Speakers will be announced. Personal assistance is provided.
PEO (Desert Daisies) … Contact Mary Hanson 262-490-8005. [email protected]
People for Pets … 2nd Monday. 1-2pm. Ranchos Activity Room #2. A group acting as a voice for pets and pet
owners with a goal to promote harmonious living with everyone living in Val Vista Village.
Contact Peg Pitzen 480-218-2214. [email protected]
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CLUBS… 2
Red Hats ...
… Fiesta Foxy Fillies 1st Monday. 11:30am-1pm. November through April. Community Center in Fiesta.
All are welcome. Come and share the fun and friendship. We plan tours, luncheons, shows, etc.
Contact Erlene Grimes 605-553-6543. [email protected]
… Lively Red H’Attitudes 2nd Wednesday. 11:30am-1pm at Cactus Ranch House Grill in the Courtyard.
November through April.
Contact Carol Wahlstedt 262-749-8210. [email protected]
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Clubs Events
Drillettes Tea and Fashion Show … Thursday, March 5th. 2pm. Village Ballroom. Purchase a ticket for this
fun event from any Drillettes member or contact Marla Kube 651-245-5571. [email protected]
Cal-Am Red Hat Luncheon … Wednesday, February 28th at Mesa Regal. Sign up in the Activity Office.
COMMUNITY SPONSORED… 1
1936 Club Party … Wednesday, March 11th. 2-4pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Were you born in 1936 or
are you associated with someone born in this year? Join us for a fun party. Bring finger food to share.
Contact Don Maas 480-214-3117. [email protected]
Canada Day Party … Thursday, February 19th. 5-10pm. Doors open 4:30pm. Entertainment 5pm. Dinner
6pm. Village Ballroom. Dance to North Star 7-10pm. Advance tickets may be purchased from a committee
member on February 3rd. Must have current Canadian name badge.
Contact Jim McKane 602-314-2820. [email protected]
Central/Midwest States Potluck … Sign up to participate. Need coordinator.
Chili Cook Off … Sunday, February 22nd is the first annual Chili Cook Off benefitting the Wounded Warriors.
Chili judging by Cal-Am Home Sales in Val Vista Village. Your generous, tax-deductible donation helps
thousands of injured warriors returning from the battlefield and helps provide assistance to their families.
Watch for more information.
Contact Dave or Sami Ellis 480-620-9914 .
East Coast States Happy Hour … Sign up to participate. Need coordinator.
Homeowners Association (The Villages of Val Vista) … meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month November
through April. Vista Room North & Vista Room South in Val Vista. All residents of Val Vista Villages are
encouraged to attend. Annual dues are only $5. Watch for more information concerning Skin Cancer Screening
and Bicycle Registration.
Contact Pat Sunia 480-854-2263. [email protected]
Illinois Party … Saturday, February 21st. 4-6pm. Community Center in Fiesta. $1 per person donation to
cover expenses. May bring gifts for prizes. Sign up to participate.
Contact Leona Diedrick 815-529-4006. [email protected]
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COMMUNITY SPONSORED… 2
Indiana & Missouri Party … Golden Corral, 1868 N Power Rd, Mesa (southwest corner McKellips & Power
Rd). Sign up to participate. Cost: ask for Senior Lunch Rate. Bring fun facts about your state to share.
Contact Jan 314-409-4441 or Mary 314-378-1372 for date and more information.
Iowa Potluck Luncheon … Saturday, February 7, 2015. 12-1:30pm. Village Ballroom. Advance tickets may
be purchased from a committee member. Bring your own table service. Chicken and rolls/butter will be
furnished.
Contact Joyce Bruxvoort 712-395-1868. [email protected]
Ladies Birthday Party … Tuesday, February 24th. 2-4pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Ladies…do you still
have a birthday? Okay, so we all do, but some of us have had more than others. The Ladies Birthday Party is a
party to celebrate all of our birthdays, but also is a special honor to those ladies who are 90 or older. Plan to
attend our annual birthday party. All Val Vista Villages women are invited. Tickets are available from a
committee member. Light desserts, coffee and tea will be served. If you know of a friend or neighbor who is in
their 90s, let a member of the committee know. Donations of paper products will be gathered and given to
“New Leaf’s” program for domestic violence and shelter services.
Contact Sharon Shoberg 605-863-0273. [email protected]
Ladies Salad Luncheon … Wednesday, January 21st. 11:30am-2:30pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Tickets
are available from a committee member. Bring a salad to share and your table service.
Contact Marge Arend 480-807-1922.
Lending/Sharing Closet … If you have wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, baby beds, play pens, high chairs,
medical equipment, fold away beds, etc. that you are able to lend, or might need to borrow, let the Activity
Office know. We will put you in touch with someone who has the item you need. Help out your neighbor.
Lend a hand to the Val Vista Villages Lending/Sharing Closet.
Car seats for children are available (no cost) through the Mesa Fire Department. Call 480-644-3882 for
arrangements.
Library … The library is located on the 2nd floor of the Village Center. Our library is beautifully stocked and
open daily from 7am-10pm for your reading and relaxation times. We also have a variety of jigsaw puzzles for
your enjoyment.
Contact Lois Olson 480-830-6395. [email protected]
Michigan & Ohio Party … Tuesday, February 3rd. 2:30pm. Golden Corral, 1868 N Power Rd, Mesa
(southwest corner McKellips & Power Rd). Sign up to participate. Cost: ask for Senior Lunch Rate.
Contact Kathy Shuller 248-225-2427.
Minnesota Party … Sunday, February 15th. 11am-2pm. Village Ballroom. Advance tickets available from a
committee member. If you are interested in helping, please meet with us at our planning committee meeting.
Contact Connie Wendinger 507-766-1188. [email protected] or
Marla Kube 507-245-4000 [email protected]
Neighborhood Watch … Thursday, November 13th. Section leaders, block captains or anyone interested in the
program meet to get the latest listing for your block, information on getting going and some new tips to make
your block party interesting. This program is affiliated with Mesa Police Department.
Contact Pat Sunia 480-854-2263. [email protected]
… Bimonthly block/street parties will be planned. Watch for more information when your street is getting
together. Meet your fellow neighbors, watch out for each other and help keep our resort safe.
North Dakota & South Dakota Party … Saturday, February 14th. 12-1:30pm. Community Center in Fiesta.
Bring a dish to pass for ten and your own table service. Coffee, lemonade and rolls will be furnished. $1.00 per
person collected at door. Meet your state neighbors and win door prizes. Sign up to participate.
Contact Gloria Grossman 480-641-0211.
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COMMUNITY SPONSORED… 3
Rangers … Do you enjoy volunteering and getting out in the community? Do you have experience in Big Rig
Parking? If your answer is “yes” you may be interested in our Volunteer Ranger Program. Sign up forms are
available in the Activity Office.
Contact Larry Hoepner 612-269-8108 [email protected]; or
Del & Marlys Carvell 480-656-2505 [email protected] or
Pat Sunia 480-854-2263 [email protected]
Sunshine Committee … If you know of someone who is sick, had a death in their family, or needs some well
wishes from their friends and neighbors, please contact the Activity Office. Need volunteers. If you would like
to donate greeting cards, see Peg Pitzen or drop them off at the Activity Office.
Contact Peg Pitzen 480-218-2214. [email protected]
Volunteers … If you are looking for fun and fellowship, and have a talent to share, sign up in the Activity
Office to volunteer. Help is needed in all areas! The secret to a great season lies in the willing hearts and
hands of our wonderful volunteers. Without our volunteers, the resort, activities, events, clubs and classes
would not be as successful as they are. Share your time, talents, expertise and have fun at the same time! This
is a great opportunity to acquire the 25 hours needed in order to attend our Volunteer Appreciation at the end of
the season. THANK YOU...for your help! We are so grateful for your support!
Wisconsin Potluck Dinner … Monday, February 9th. 4:30-7:30pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Bring a hot
dish, salad, or dessert that will serve 8 people and 2 serving spoons and drink of your choice. Coffee and ice
water will be provided. Bring your own table service. $1-$2.00 donation for expenses is appreciated to defray
expenses. Door prizes will be given out.
Contact George & Rita Smick 608-745-0647.
Western States Party … Saturday, March 7th. 1:30-4pm. Community Center in Fiesta. Advance tickets
available from a committee member. Bring dish and table service. If you are interested in helping, please
meet with a committee member.
Contact Bonnie Wohlman 480-399-3334.
DANCE...
Line Dance (Beginner) … Mondays. 7-8:30pm. Watch for beginning date December through March. Village
Ballroom. Newcomers are welcome at any time as the most popular line dance, the Electric Slide, is taught and
re-taught. The Cupid Shuffle, an easy line dance that is played in the courtyard is part of the program (usually
done before 7pm as a warm up). We’ll learn another easy line dance. This is a good way to get started in line
dancing. It’s a fun way to feel part of a group. You can really get in the spirit of a party when you’re dancing
in sync. Dancing is an excellent form of exercise because it not only burns calories and builds muscles, but it
also contributes to an overall sense of happiness. Of course, all exercise releases endorphins, but dancing has
an increased effect in this realm because it’s not only the physical activity, but also the music, that affect the
mind. It goes a long way in improving memory skills, as well.
E-mail Margaret Urey [email protected]
Line Dance (Advanced) … Tuesdays. 7-9pm. November through March. Village Ballroom. We teach line
dancing for newbies and people who already know some line dancing. It is fun and good exercise. Our class is
geared for everyone. We take lessons slow and help you if you’re having a problem learning steps. If you are
looking for exercise and fun, come join us. Classes are free.
Contact Bob Williams 815-207-3554 or Bobbie Williams 815-207-3555. [email protected]
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DANCE… 2
Tappers … Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. 10:15am-11:15pm. November through March. Community
Center in Fiesta. Tap Dance is exercise that is fun, good for the brain and good for the heart. We begin each
lesson with basic tap steps and progress to a dance we’re working on. You may begin at any time. Borrow our
club’s shoes and try it out. Stage performance is NOT required! If you can tap to the beat of the music, you can
tap dance with our fun group. We will perform at the annual Val Vista Villages Variety Show.
E-mail Margaret Urey at [email protected].
HEALTH & FITNESS...1
Aqua Guys & Gals … Monday through Friday. 7:45-8:45am. November through April. Indoor Pool in Val
Vista. Are your joints stiff, do your knees hurt, trouble with your balance? Well, join our group and be amazed
at the improvement you will see and fun you will have. You might even lose a few pounds in the process while
building some muscle. We meet each morning for fun, camaraderie and of course exercise.
Contact Roseann Slack 419-349-2491. [email protected]
Aquatic Exercise … Monday through Friday. 8-8:45am. Year round. Fiesta Pool. Start your day greeting
friends new and old. You will move and stretch, exercising your joints and muscles in our salt water pool.
Contact Sally Loechelt 480-854-2931. [email protected]
Blood Pressure Checks … 2nd & 4th Mondays. 10am-12pm. November through March. In the Library in
Val Vista. Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who make the Blood Pressure Clinic happen. Have your
Blood Pressure checked! It’s FREE! And it’s important! Know your numbers!
Contact Joan Swift 608-692-4530. [email protected]
Early Riser Water Aerobics … Monday through Friday. 6:45-7:30am. November through April. Indoor Pool in
Val Vista. It is a wonderful way to get your day started. We have a great time. Come and join us.
Contact Mary Grad 701-240-2641.
Fitness … Remember each day is an opportunity to do great things and when you're healthy those great things
become even more amazing!
… Core & Balance Mondays & Wednesdays. 8-8:45am. Fitness/Recreation Complex Multipurpose Room
#1 & #2. This FREE class focuses on balance and core strength. We work on strengthening the
mid-section, hips, and back to improve movement, and to improve balance in everyday activities.
… Functional Fitness Tuesdays & Thursdays. 10:30-11:15am. Year round. Fitness/Recreation Complex
Multipurpose Room #1, #2, & #3. This FREE class is an overall conditioning class. There will be
strength training using light weights or body weight, stretching, cardio, and some mind and body work.
Bring water and 2-5 pounds dumbbell and a smile!
… Get to Know Your Fitness Center Fridays. 9-9:45am. November through March. Fitness/Recreation
Complex. Join us for a chance to get to know your new Fitness Center better! Come once or come
every week and learn something new. This is a FREE class all season! We are here for you and want to
help everyone learn to use the equipment safely so you can feel your best.
Contact Angelique Randall 480-276-1910. [email protected]
If you are interested in personal training, individual or group training, contact Angelique for prices.
Hiking Club … Tuesdays & Thursdays. 7:45am. December through March. Meet at Shuffleboard parking lot
in Val Vista. Bring 1-2 liters of water, a snack, a hiking stick, wear good hiking shoes and $4 for the driver.
Check the Cal-Am website for Hiking information. www.cal-am.com Click on Resorts. Click on Val Vista
Village. Arrow down and click on Hiking Club.
… Tuesday Hikes are 3-4.5 miles with 300-600’ elevation. Usually return to park by noon.
Contact Mary Hanson 262-490-8005. [email protected]
… Thursday Hikes are 4-5 miles with 400-1000’ elevation. Sometimes return to park after noon.
Contact Diane LeBlanc 480-639-3943. [email protected]
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Low Impact Aerobics … Monday through Friday. 7:30-8:15am. November through April. Fitness/Recreation
Complex Multipurpose Room #3. Forty-five minutes of workout which is good for the waistline and good for
your heart. There is no charge for the class. You do not have to attend every day. Some come once a week, and
some come every day; whatever fits your schedule. We hope you can join us for a fun time.
Contact Pat Sunia 480-854-2263. [email protected]
Massage Therapy … Monday through Friday. Year round. Massage Room is located in the Community Center
in Fiesta directly across from Laundry Room. Sign up by Massage Room or call for appointment. Experience
the many benefits massage therapy has to offer. Only $35 for 1/2 hour massage or $60 for 1 hour massage.
Enjoy your soothing or stress releasing massage today! Gift certificates are available and make a great gift for
loved ones.
Contact Terri Higgins 480-529-3266. [email protected]
Pool Walkers … Monday through Friday. 7-8am. Year round. Fiesta Pool. Join us for a simple exercise for
arms (move in H20) and legs (walk across pool), while moving arms and return for up to one hour.
Contact Sally Loechelt 480-854-2931. [email protected]
Tai Chi … Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. 9:30-10:15am. November through March. Community Center in
Fiesta. Following a DVD, self therapy, deep breathing, improves grace, limbers up, very good exercise to give
you peace of mind and body.
Contact Dory Becker 480-924-6186. [email protected]
Water Aerobics … Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays. 9-10am. November through March. Ranchos Pool.
Join us for a fun 3/4 hour high cardio water robics.
Contact Bob Stone 480-659-8286. [email protected]
Water Aerobics … Monday through Friday. 10-11am. October through April. Ranchos Pool.
Contact Betty Nelson 480-981-5864 or Debbie Luborsky 480-718-5176.
Water Aerobics … Monday, Wednesday, Friday. 10-11am. November through March. Indoor Pool in
Val Vista. Water Aerobics will exercise your muscles, increase heart rate and work your lungs. With music, this
class does all that for a fun and friendly workout. Class size is limited.
Contact Claudia Cooper 810-986-0229. cbcooper@[email protected]
Water/Robics … Monday through Friday. 9-10am. November through March. Indoor Pool in Val Vista. This
Water Aerobics class will increase flexibility, balance and strength, as well as cardiovascular endurance.
Contact Lois Knudsen 480-807-8342. [email protected]
Weight Watchers … Thursdays. 9:30am-10:15am. October through March. Vista Room South in Val Vista.
Enjoy weekly motivational meetings to help you lose weight and keep it off with Weight Watchers Community
Meeting Series. Fees will be collected at the pre-registration meeting and you will then receive all the program
materials on week one of the series. Your success starts here!
Contact Lorena Brewer 602-248-0303 x21. [email protected]
Yoga … Wednesdays & Fridays. 9-10am. October through May. Fitness/Recreation Complex Multipurpose
Room #3. Learn to calm your mind, feel less stressed and more focused on your goals. Gain confidence,
strength, flexibility, and an overall awareness of the mind, body, spirit connection. Only equipment needed is a
good yoga or exercise mat. A small towel helps in performing some of the exercises. Wear little or no jewelry
and loose comfortable clothing such as jogging pants. No shoes are required for Yoga. Fees apply. Join me on
your yoga journey!
Contact Susan Jarvie 480-266-5655. [email protected]
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Zumba … Wednesdays & Fridays. 11:30am-12:30pm. November through March. Fitness/Recreation
Multipurpose Room #1, #2 & #3. Get groovin’ at your own pace! The easy-to-follow program that lets you
move to the beat at your own speed. It’s an invigorating, community-oriented dance-fitness class that feels fresh,
and most of all, exhilarating! Cost $5. Come join us and party yourself into shape.
Contact Corina Meza 480-299-1944. [email protected]
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Health & Fitness Events
Cal-Am Breast Cancer Walk-… Saturday, January 24th at Canyon Vistas. Sign up in the Activity Office.
MUSIC & STAGE… 1
Bill Keys Jam Session … 1st & 3rd Thursdays. 7-9pm. January through March. Fiesta Multipurpose Room.
Contact Anthony Allen 970-641-3918. [email protected]
Choraliers #4-part Choir … Mondays & Wednesdays. 2-3pm. January through March. Rehearsals begin
Monday, January 5th. Community Center in Fiesta. If you love to sing, come join our fun group of men &
women and have a good time learning a lot about music. Dues are $5 for new music, etc. We will participate in
a Choraliers Concert in March. Choraliers potluck post performance and business meeting on Monday,
March 16th from 1-3pm.
Contact Ruth DeVries 641-780-3791. [email protected]
Country Music Jam … Tuesdays. 1-3:30pm. December through March. Community Center in Fiesta. This is
a country music jam for both players and singers. We encourage anyone who likes to sing or just play along to
come in and join our fun, we are like a big family who enjoys playing music. Of course, we also encourage
anyone who just enjoys listening and dancing to come join us. We have a coffee break with snacks halfway
through our jam. Come join in our fun.
Contact Dianne Reutlinger 602-214-3520. [email protected]
Harmonaires Men’s Choir … Mondays & Wednesdays. 3-4pm. January through March. Rehearsals begin
Monday, January 5th. Community Center in Fiesta. All men are welcome to come sing harmony with us.
Contact Ruth DeVries 641-780-3791. [email protected]
Joyful Sounds Ladies Choir … Mondays & Wednesdays. 1-2pm. January through March. Rehearsals begin
Monday, January 5th. Community Center in Fiesta. All ladies are welcome to come sing with us.
Contact Ruth Devries 641-780-3791. [email protected]
Karaoke … Friday, December 19th. 2nd & 4th Fridays January through March. 7-9pm. Community Center in
Fiesta. Join your neighbors and friends with song. Singing floods your body with feel-good endorphins that
squash the effects of stress hormones...even listening helps too...come and see for yourself! This fun event is
sponsored by Cal-Am Home Sales at Val Vista Villages.
Contact Sue Rashleigh 480-924-0585. [email protected]
Kitchen Band … Tuesdays. 10:30-11:30am. November through March. Community Center in Fiesta. You
don’t have to have talent to join an inventive group for a fun time with kazoos and gadgets. Make your own
clown outfit. We entertain at rest homes and coffees and participate in Village parades.
Contact Marge Arend 480-807-1922.
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MUSIC & STAGE… 2
Loreen’s Jam & Sing Along … 2nd & 4th Fridays. 3-5pm. January through March. Community Center in
Fiesta. There are several musicians and great singers in the resort who enjoy playing or singing along to
folk-pop-rock from the 60’s-80’s. Musicians are encouraged to contact Loreen with selected songs. We put the
words up on the TV. Join us for an indoor happy hour.
Contact Loreen Jacobs 603-732-8998. [email protected]
Lou’s Kazoos … Fridays. 12:30-1:30pm. December through March. Fiesta Multipurpose Room. Open to
anyone. Kazoos can be furnished. Members take an oath to carry a kazoo with them at all times and to use it
whenever needed. We perform in the courtyard, some Saturday night dances, parades, Christmas Eve program,
and some neighboring parks. Remember, two kazoos are not necessarily better than one if one Kazooist is
musically marginal.
Contact Lou Arnold 309-368-9246. [email protected]
Ranchos Band … Fridays. 2-4pm. November through March. Fiesta Multipurpose Room. Bring your
instrument and join us for some group fun. We practice as a group and play for Saturday morning coffees and
other small events.
Contact Sue Rashleigh 480-924-0585. [email protected]
Ranchos Choir … Fridays. 1-2pm. November through March. Community Center in Fiesta. Join our holiday
choir. We perform at Christmas, Valentines, St. Patricks Day, for Saturday morning coffees and other small
events.
Contact Sue Rashleigh 480-924-0585. [email protected]
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Music & Stage Events
Choraliers Concert … Friday, March 13th. 7pm. Village Ballroom. Featuring Choraliers, Joyful Sounds, and
Harmonaires. Tickets will be on sale at the Village Ballroom after coffee and donuts and at Music in the
Courtyard.
Contact Ruth DeVries 641-780-3791. [email protected]
SPIRITUAL REFLECTIONS ...
Bible Study … Tuesdays. 6:30-9pm. January through March. Vista Room South in Val Vista.
Contact Leonard DeVries 641-780-3491. [email protected]
Bible Study … Thursdays. 10am-12pm. November through March. Ranchos Activity Room #2. Join us in
studies to learn and grow in grace and enjoy fellowship with God and each other.
Contact David Baker 480-747-8269. [email protected]
Bible Study (Christian) … Wednesdays. 7-9pm. December through March. Fiesta Multipurpose Room.
Contact Franklin Keiper 480-313-7307. [email protected]
Bible Study (Ladies) … Wednesdays. 12:15-1:45pm. January through March. Ranchos Activity Room #2.
Contact Judy Guest 517-525-2735. [email protected]
Bible Study (Ladies) … Thursdays. 2-3pm. January through March. Ranchos Activity Room #2. Join us for a
book study with discussion.
Contact Shirley Maas 480-214-3117. [email protected]
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Bible Study (Open) … Thursdays. 10-11am. December through April. Ranchos Activity Room #1.
Contact James Duren 815-685-0084. [email protected]
Hymn Sing … Sundays. 6:15pm-Prelude and 6:30-Singing of Hymns. December through March. Community
Center in Fiesta. A great night of singing those old favorite songs of the faith. There will be special music each
week.
… Memorial Sunday January 25th in the Village Ballroom.
Special Hymn Sings each month; January, February and March.
… The Haining Family from Branson on January 11th.
… The Johnson Family from Alberta on February 22nd.
… Date and group TBA in March.
Watch for posters and announcements.
Contact Leann Fredrickson 480-924-7706. [email protected] or
Shirley Maas 480-214-3117. [email protected]
SPORTS … 1
Basketball … We have a small basketball court located by the Horseshoe Courts at 18th Street & Arizona in
Val Vista.
Bicycle Riding … Mondays. 8am. November through March. Meet at the Fiesta flag pole to ride on residential
streets for 6-8 miles, stop to eat breakfast (dutch treat) at a restaurant, and ride 4-5 miles back to Val Vista
Villages. It will be a slow speed ride, 9-11 mph, with a rest stop every 2 miles.
Contact Bob Hanson 262-490-1878 or Mary Hanson 262-490-8005.
Billiards (Ladies 8 Ball Pool) … Tuesdays. 12:30-3pm. November through March. Billiards Room in
Val Vista. Join us for some fun!
Contact Deb Pardee 913-232-1254. [email protected]
Billiards (Men) … Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays. 8am-12pm. November through March. Billiards Room in
Val Vista. The Val Vista Villages Billiards Club invites all residents to come on down and shoot pool. The only
requirement is that you like to relax and have fun. Also, meet new friends. The Billiards Club has three teams
that travel to other RV resorts for competition. Monday 9am - 6man team. Tuesday 9am - 12man team.
Friday 9am - 12 man team.
Contact Albert Acker 517-206-8760. [email protected]
Bocce Ball … Mondays, Wednesdays Fridays. 10am-12pm. November and December. Monday through
Friday. 10am-12pm. January through March. Bocce Ball in Fiesta. Bocce Ball is open to players of all levels.
There are no fees and no need to sign up. We play for fun and develop great friendships.
Contact Joe Johnston 480-361-5361. [email protected]
Bowling … Thursdays. 9:15am practice. 9:30 bowling starts. November through March. Brunswick Lanes,
1160 South Gilbert Rd, Gilbert (Warner & Gilbert Ave). Val Vista Villages Mixed Bowling League meets at
3 year old bowling alley. $9 for 3 games, shoes not included. Four person teams. Any average is welcome.
Substitutes or regular bowlers are welcome.
Contact John Thomas 480-396-3788. [email protected] or Barry Folsom 480-229-8715.
Golf … The Executive and Coordinators of the Val Vista Villages Golf League would like to welcome all
golfers to join our league. It is free; all that is required is to play at our designated courses and submit your score
card for handicapping. The league runs late October to mid-April and we offer two handicap tournaments.
Watch for tournament notices. It was through the support of the golfers of Val Vista Villages that we were able
to secure the excellent rates and courses for us to play.
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Golf (continued) … Our sign-up sheets will be located on the bulletin board by the Activity Office.
Contact David Adams at 480-664-4934 or e-mail: [email protected]
...Golf Driving Range is located by the Horseshoe Courts at 18th St and Arizona in Val Vista.
...Miniature Golf Course is located by the Fitness Recreation Center in Val Vista.
Horseshoes … Mondays, practice at 9am-12pm. Tuesdays, tournament games meet at 8am-12pm. November
through March. Horseshoe Courts at 18th Street & Arizona in Val Vista. Wanted: Men & Women
players. Annual dues $10. Meet at the Horseshoe Courts on Mondays for practice. Must sign up by
noon on Monday for play on Tuesday. Meet at the Val Vista Post Office on Tuesdays to carpool for
tournament games.
… Thursdays. We are looking for men and women interested in playing horseshoes on Thursdays. Please
fill out a form in the hall by the Activity Office if you are interested. This will be an inter-park friendly
competition, not a traveling league. The playing time has not been set due to not being sure how many
people are interested. All skill levels are welcome. Horseshoes are available to use at the Horseshoe
Courts.
… Save your aluminum cans, bring them to the Horseshoe Courts and deposit them in the designated
container.
Contact Mike Mears 810-531-2261. [email protected] or
Chris Berksch 480-654-8929. [email protected]
Pickleball … Monday through Friday. 9am-3pm. November through March. Tennis/Pickleball Courts at
Ranchos at the Main Street entrance. Come down and see why so many “seniors” rave about this sport.
Court schedule is posted at the site.
Contact Robin Curtis 480-524-2412. [email protected] or
Christy Vanderhill 616-403-5947 [email protected]
… Novices: Anyone who has never played, Introductory Lessons are held Saturday mornings from
8:30-10am. No equipment is required for the introduction to Pickleball. Wear suitable court shoes.
… Beginners: Those who have played for a year or less, come on Monday evenings from 6:30-9pm. Players
will have an opportunity to play with other beginners and may receive additional instruction from
experienced players who may be on hand to mentor.
Questions? E-mail Tom at [email protected]
Shuffleboard (Val Vista) … Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays. 8:45am-11am. November through March.
Shuffleboard Courts in Val Vista.
Contact Everett Funk 602-740-9566. [email protected]
Shuffleboard (Fiesta ... Times & days posted at Shuffleboard Courts in Fiesta. November through March.
Join us in November and December for our Holiday Turkey Shoot and in January for our VVV CAN-AM
Tournament. Save your aluminum cans, bring them to Fiesta.
Contact Jack Sell 480-654-1718.
Softball … November through March. Men and women are welcome to join us. We have competitive, less
competitive, recreational and co-ed teams.
Contact Alan Saffer 503-913-1435. [email protected] or
Gerry Crosby 480-584-6310.
… Batting Cages are located in Fiesta by the Stained Glass Shop. Improve your swing!
Tennis … is for everyone! We offer tennis for the very beginner to the accomplished, social play and
competitive league play. Our “State of the Art” tennis facility in Ranchos is one of the very few grass court
facilities in the East Valley. If you have a competitive side that’s been hidden for years, join our club and play
in our weekly EVSTL matches. If you just want a workout outside the gym, join Social Tennis. Except for
league play held 1-4 mornings each week, Tennis Club events and practice sessions are held in the afternoons.
Tennis players and/or spouses of players can join our Club with yearly dues ranging from $5-$30. We host
weekly tennis social play, happy hours, periodic potluck dinners and a gala Tennis Club Dance.
Contact Erwin Reimann 605-484-0256. [email protected]
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Water Volleyball (Coed) … Monday through Friday. 2-4pm. October through April. Indoor Pool in Val Vista.
Come join us for fun filled coed volleyball. Players of all ability welcome.
Contact Pat McFarland 253-380-9276. [email protected]
Water Volleyball (Women’s) … Tuesdays. 7-9pm. January through March. Indoor Pool in Val Vista. All
women who like to play are welcome to join us. We just have a good time and it is a good exercise.
Contact Beverly Schultz 480-734-9522. [email protected]
* * * *
Sports Events
VVV CAN-AM Billiards Competition … Players must qualify. Top 8 men and top 8 women from Canada and
US will compete.
Contact Albert Acker 517-206-8760. [email protected]
Tennis Club Fundraiser Dance … Saturday, January 24th. 7-10pm. Village Ballroom. Tickets available
through the Tennis Club. Music by North Star.
Contact Erwin Reimann 605-484-0256. [email protected]
Cal-Am Darts Tournament … Thursday, January 29th at Towerpoint. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Tennis Fun … Saturday, January 31st at Towerpoint, Val Vista Villages and Sun Life. Sign up in the
Activity Office.
Cal-Am Pickleball Fun … Monday & Tuesday, February 2nd-3rd at Valle del Oro. Sign up in the Activity
Office.
Cal-Am Table Tennis Tournament … Thursday, February 5th at Sun Life. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Women’s Billiards Tournament … Friday, February 6th at Mesa Regal. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Men’s Billiards Tournament … Saturday, February 7th at Valle del Oro. Sign up in the Activity
Office.
Cal-Am Rolle Bolle Fun … Thursday, February 26th at Mesa Regal. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Ladder Golf Tournament … Monday, March 2nd at Sun Life. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Softball Tournament … Monday, March 2nd at Valle del Oro. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Horseshoes Tournament … Thursday and Friday, March 5th-6th at Towerpoint. Sign up in the
Activity Office.
Cal-Am Bocce Ball Fun … Tuesday, March 10th at Towerpoint. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Shuffleboard Fun … Thursday, March 12th at Towerpoint and Sun Life. Sign up in the Activity
Office.
Cal-Am Golf Tournament … Tuesday, March 24th at Wild Horse Pass, hosted by Valle del Oro. Sign up in the
Activity Office.
… Cal-Am Golf Banquet on Wednesday, March 25th at Valle del Oro.
Cal-Am Motorcycle Ride … Thursday, March 26th at Canyon Vistas. Sign up in the Activity Office.
Cal-Am Water Volleyball Fun … Wednesday, April 1st at Canyon Vistas. Sign up in the Activity Office.
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2015 CAL-AM Tournaments, Fun,
Challenges & Events
Cancer Walk - Canyon Vistas - Sat., Jan. 24th
Red Hat Luncheon - Mesa Regal - Wed., Jan. 28th
Darts - Towerpoint - Thurs., Jan. 29th
Tennis Fun - TP/SL/Val Vista Village - Sat., Jan. 31st
Pickleball Fun - *VDO - Mon./Tues., Feb. 2nd-3rd
Table Tennis - Sun Life - Tues., Feb. 3rd
Women’s Billiards - Mesa Regal - Fri., Feb. 6th
Men’s Billiards - *VDO - Sat., Feb. 7th
Euchre - Good Life - Thurs., Feb. 12th
Bridge - Mesa Regal - Tues., Feb. 24th
Rolle Bolle Fun - Mesa Regal - Thurs., Feb. 26th
Texas Holdem - Val Vista Village - Fri., Feb. 27th
Ladder Golf - Sun Life - Mon., March 2nd
Softball - *VDO - Mon., March 2nd
Horseshoes - Towerpoint - Thurs./Fri., March 5th-6th
Bocce Ball Fun - Towerpoint - Tues., March 10th
Shuffleboard Fun - GL/TP - Thurs., March 12th
Pinewood Derby - *VDO - Sat., March 14th
Golf at Wild Horse Pass - *VDO - Tues., March 24th
Golf Banquet - *VDO - Wed., March 25th
Motorcycle Ride - Canyon Vistas - Thurs., March 26th
Water Volleyball Fun - Canyon Vistas - Wed., April 1st
Cinco de Mayo - Mesa Regal - Tues., May 5th
*VDO = Valle del Oro
Key Dates:
12/4 vs Los Angeles Kings – 7:00pm
12/16 vs Edmonton Oilers - 7:00pm
12/27 vs Anaheim Ducks - 6:00pm
1/8 vs Winnipeg Jets – 7:00pm
1/15 vs Calgary Flames – 7:00pm
2/7 vs Detroit Red Wings – 6:00pm
2/21 vs Tampa Bay Lightning – 6:00pm
3/5 vs Vancouver Canucks - 7:00pm
3/12 vs Chicago Blackhawks - 7:00pm
3/21 vs Pittsburg Penguins - 6:00pm
4/4 vs San Jose Sharks– 6:00pm
*Contact Will Rimer at 623-772-3308.
PATIO SALES
8am-12pm
Saturdays,
January 17th,
February 21st, March 21st
Do you have some items in your way? Are you
simply tired of some nice items? If you answered
yes to either of these questions, we have the
answer. “One man’s trash is another man’s
treasure”...time to clean out your closets! Gather
those items and anything else you wish and
participate in the Patio Sales. Be sure to decorate
the front of your place with balloons or signs, so
people can find you! Sign up in the hall by the
Activity Office if you are participating so we can
prepare maps.
Watch for more information! Cal-Am Home Sales
will have an open house during the Patio Sales
Check out all the homes for sale in all three
neighborhoods.
Cal-Am has
secured group
pricing for
specific
Coyotes & Suns
games.
Contact
WillRimer
and/or
AudreyGloss.
Key Dates:
12/15 vs Milwaukee Bucks - 7:00pm
1/13 vs Cleveland Caveliers - 7:00pm
1/30 vs Chicago Bulls - 8:30pm
2/26 vs OK City Thunder - 8:30pm
3/27 vs Portland Trail Blazers - 7:00pm
4/14 vs Los Angeles Clippers - 7:30pm
*Contact Audrey Gloss at 602-379-7634.
You may purchase tickets at:
http://www.groupmatics.com
Be sure to use code: 0113calam
Ye Olde Costume Shoppe
Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
Saturdays and after hours by appointment.
Located south of the post office.
Full Service Salon!
Call 480-363-7293
for an appointment.
Gift certificates are a great gift!
located in the Towerpoint Plaza
at 4830 E Main Street, Suite 3.
Call 480‐832‐0460 Monday through Friday.
Hours are 8:30‐11:30am & 12:30‐3:30pm. They have a fun variety of costumes, gowns or
tuxedos for themed events or private parties.
This Cal-Am amenity is EXCLUSIVE and
FREE for Cal-Am Residents, Guests,
and Employees only.
Reserve it NOW!
You must wear your current name badge.
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2015 CONCERT SERIES..1
Tuesday, January 13 - Towerpoint
Rex Smith … Like a Rock-and-Roll Mark Twain, Rex Smith takes you on a wild and
fascinating, sometimes dramatic, yet very hilarious, musical story-telling journey. A former teen
idol, Smith has a 1979 million-selling single “You Take My Breath Away. He has also hosted a
gig on TVs “Solid Gold” and had a starring role in “The Pirates of Penzance” opposite Linda
Ronstadt.
Monday, January 26 - Valle del Oro & Tuesday, January 27 - Mesa Regal
Bill Medley - “The Righteous Brothers”
William “Bill” Thomas Medley is a native Californian. Born September 19, 1940
in Los Angeles, Bill grew up and went to school in nearby Santa Ana. For as
long as he can remember his objective in life has been music. He sang in
Presbyterian choirs and high school glee clubs and entered amateur contests.
Bill’s influence came from his father who led a band and played sax and his
mother played piano and sang. His lack of formal musical education didn't stop
Bill from becoming the Righteous Brothers first songwriter writing songs
(including their first hit "Little Latin Lupe Lu") and becoming their record
producer. Bill's early influences include Roy Hamilton, Tony Bennett, Ray
Charles and Bobby Bland. Bill had his own group "The Paramours" in 1961
when he was introduced to Bobby Hatfield who had his own group "The Variations." After singing together one night they
decided to combine groups and form what would become "The Righteous Brothers," As well as having a career with The
Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley has had a successful career as a solo artist recording 14 albums including Grammy award
winning Dirty Dancing, Bill now resides in Newport Beach, California with his wife and daughter.
Cal-Am
Concert
Series at
V.V.V.
******
4pm &
7:30pm
******
Village
Ballroom
Wednesday, February 11 - Val Vista Village
Frankie Valli Tribute
“Let’s Hang On!”
The nation's most popular Frankie Valli who came
to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of The Four
Seasons brought such classic songs as “Big Girls
Don’t Cry”, “Walk Like a Man”, “Rag Doll”, and
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off You”. Get your tickets
early so you can get great seats and take a musical
journey with four great looking guys, two beautiful
girls, and a live band, of one of the most successful
bands of all time.
Thursday, February 19 - Good Life & Friday, February 20 - Valle del Oro
The Little River Band
Little River Band was formed in Melbourne, Australia in 1975. It was originally a
blend of musicians who had enjoyed success in other Australian acts. Their
new focus was to get airplay on American radio, and they achieved that goal
with good songwriting, powerful vocals, and guitar harmonies. They
immediately claimed their place as one of the great vocal bands of the
70’s...and the 80’s.
Between 1976 and 1983, chart success in America includes the following
singles: It’s a Long Way There, Help Is on it’s Way, Happy Anniversary,
Reminiscing, Lady, Cool Change, Lonesome Loser, The Night Owls, Take It
Easy On Me, Man On Your Mind, We Two, and The Other Guy.
The current lineup brings new energy and arrangements to the classic hits,
making new memories for the audience out of each live performance.
It’s always fun to watch as people are swept up by the show’s vitality and the volume of hits from LRB’s history. You’ll see
plenty of people mouthing the words…”I love this song...I forgot it was one of Little River Band’s hits!”
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2015 CONCERT SERIES..2
Wednesday, February 25 - Sun Life
The Four Lads & The Four Aces … One of the
most successful pre-rock vocal groups, the Four Aces did
well during the early ‘50s with a narrow range of pop
material. The Four Lads were experts at close harmony and
acappella. Two top vocal quartets from the '50s offer such
hits as the Four Lads' "Istanbul" and "Standin' on the
Corner" and the Four Aces' "Love is a Many-Splendored Thing" and "Three Coins in the
Fountain."
Tuesday, March 3 - Mesa Regal & Wednesday, March 4 - Valle del Oro
& March 5 - Fortuna de Oro
Roots and Boots … Country Legends Joe Diffie,
Sammy Kershaw, and Aaron Tippin
are three country super stars that will be performing on
stage together for a unique country music experience.
Together the three have 42 Top Ten singles, 16 Gold and
Platinum Albums, and 14 Number One Songs. The
Roots & Boots Tour pits country legends Joe Diffee,
Aaron Tippin and Sammy Kershaw live and together on one stage in an intimate concert
setting. The trio will be on stage together performing all of their biggest hits, while telling
the stories behind the songs. It’s truly a unique, intimate concert experience unlike any
other. Getting back to the roots of their music, Tippin, Diffie and Kershaw will offer
acoustic versions of more than 40 Top Ten hits like Joe Diffie’s: John Deere Green,
Pickup Man and Prop Me Up Beside the Juke box. Some of Aaron Tippin’s biggest hits
include; Kiss This, Workin’ Man’s PHD, There Ain’t Nothin’ Wrong With The Radio, and
Where the Stars & Stripes and Eagles Fly. Sammy Kershaw’s hits like: She Don’t Know
She’s Beautiful, National Working Women’s Holiday, Love of My Life, Vidalia, Queen of
My Double Wide Trailer, and Cadillac Style. The Trio recently released their first album
together titled All In The Same Boat. The album features new songs, covers of other
artist, and some new twists on some of their most famous hits. The title track is a new
song the trio recorded in response to all of the fun they were having on the Roots and
Boots Tour.
Thursday, March 19 - Canyon Vistas & Friday, March 20 - Sunflower
3 Redneck Tenors … Join this most unusual line-up of singers and funnymen as the
3 Redneck Tenors take you on a trip that features one of the most
unique musical journeys that you will ever have the chance to
experience!
This musical comedy features classically trained veteran artists
from Broadway and world opera stages! As seen on America’s
Got Talent you will be thrilled with these down home laughs
accompanied by big city music! You will enjoy their music,
comedy, songs, and stories.
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