March 2020 An official publication of the Recreation Centers of Sun City West Rec Centers fire up BBQ challenge For folks who are hankering for deli- ity to support this wonderful event. This cious barbecue, join the Recreation Cen- is a Barbeque Championship Series Sanc- ters of Sun City West for the inaugural tioned 4 Meat Competition and will host Sun City West BBQ Taste of Paradise up to 40 competitors. Follow our event on Challenge from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Satur- Facebook to keep up with all the current day, March 7, in the R.H. Johnson Parking competitors from the Southwest Region! Lot, 19803 N. R.H. Johnson Blvd. Also featured at the BBQ Taste of Par- Admission to the event is free. Tasting adise Challenge will be a beard and mus- and raffle tickets will be available for pur- tache competition. Cost is $10 to enter the chase. competition on site and will be from 11 We will be working with Del Webb Foundation’s Stop the Bleed as our char- Continued on Page 7 Sun City West gears up for 5K run/walk Break in those running shoes and the top three finishers in popularity. and join the Recreation Centers each age group will be awarded This year’s of Sun City West as it hosts a medals. The runners and walk- shirt will be Sun Run 5K, Walk/Run on Sat- ers will enjoy the beautiful golf camo to pro- urday, March 28. This event course scenery, followed by a mote our will take place at Stardust Golf runner’s breakfast of light re- American Course in Sun City West. To freshments. Vibe Days! register, visit suncitywest.com The previous run hosted at Thank you to our Sponsor and under Announcements click Sun City West had more than Cinga! “Annual 5K Registration.” 300 participants from our com- The run will begin at 8 a.m. munity and it’s been gaining in Continued on Page 7 Northwest Valley Sun Cities Transit Study Public Meeting Valley Metro will present the findings of the Public meeting: Northwest Valley Sun Cities Transit Study American Vibe to rock March 17, 2020 and discuss the existing transit conditions, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. fare cost considerations and possible service Beardsley Park options in the Sun City area. Public feedback RH Johnson Social Hall is encouraged. 19803 N R H Johnson Boulevard Head out to Beardsley Park The two-day show will fea- Sun City West, AZ 85375 and groove to classic rock ‘n’ ture The Sam Morrison Band Provide feedback March 2 - April 6, 2020. roll as the Recreation Centers of and Turn the Page – a Tribute to Additional details and an online survey are For disability accommodations and available at valleymetro.org/northwestvalley. alternative formats, call 602.262.7433 Sun City West present the 2020 Bob Seger. Subscription for the or email Jessica Parks at Comments may also be emailed to American Vibe Days Saturday [email protected]. and Sunday, March 28-29. [email protected] or mailed to: Continued on Page 7 200608 Valley Metro Community Relations SCW welcomes visitors 101 N. 1st Ave., Ste. 1400 to Spring Arts & Crafts Fair Phoenix, AZ 85003 valleymetro.org Area residents are invited to City West artisans from more Sun City West’s Spring Arts than 20 clubs offering pottery, Inside this issue: and Crafts Fair, from 8 a.m. to jewelry, clothing, artwork and 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at so much more at exceptional Bowling................................18 Explore.................................23 News.....................1­3, 5, 7­10 the R.H. Johnson Recreation prices. This event is ideal for Calendar.................................5 Financials...........................6 States...................................13 Center, 19803 R.H. Johnson collecting decorative items for Club Contacts.....................12 Golf/Sports.....................16­18 Ticket Schedule.....................3 Blvd. Club Corner....................24­32 Governing Board...................4 Travel..............................20­21 This popular community Community.....................11 Happy Camp Schedule...........2 Village Store...........................15 event features the work of Sun Continued on Page 15 Entertainment.................19, 22 Library.................................14 Page 2 www.suncitywest.com Recreation Centers of Sun City West 623-544-6120 March 2020 News & Events April Dance welcomes Johnny K and Kompany The Recreation Centers of Sun City West is happy to bring back the April Dance fea- turing Johnny K and Kompany at 7 p.m. Friday, April 10, at Palm Ridge Rec Center, 13800 W. Deer Valley Drive. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person, IF YOU GO maximum eight tickets per Johnny K and Kompany will perform at the April Dance at Palm Ridge What: March Dance with the Thaddeus Rose Band household and go on sale at 8 Rec Center. When: 7 p.m. Friday, March 27. Doors open at a.m. Tuesday, March 3, at the 6:30 p.m. Box Office, 19803 N. R.H. in music since he was young. 8-track tape every day and Where: Palm Ridge Rec Center, 13800 W. Deer Johnson Blvd., or online at He is a self-taught singer and eventually began to imitate the Valley Road suncitywest.com. was influence by Johnny great singer. Info: Tickets are sold out! For information, call 623- Johnny K has been involved Mathis. Johnny K would listen 544-6093 to his parent’s Johnny Mathis Continued on Page 7 Aretha Top Hat presents Queen of Soul Join us for the final 2020 Top Hat show featuring Charity Lockhart as Aretha: The Queen of Soul on Thursday, March 12, at Palm Ridge Rec Center, 13800 W. Deer Valley Drive. Show times are 3 and 7 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 and 6:30 p.m.) and tickets are on sale for $25 per person. Tickets are available at the Box Office, 19803 N. R.H. Johnson Blvd., or online at suncitywest.com. Aretha Franklin’s iconic ca- reer spanned six decades, in- spiring and influencing generations of aspiring musi- cians and vocalists. In her life, she recorded countless clas- sics, garnered 18 Grammy Awards, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and earned the Continued on Page 7 March 2020 www.suncitywest.com Recreation Centers of Sun City West 623-544-6120 Page 3 News & Events Easter rolls into Beardsley Park Join the Recreation Centers of Sun City West at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 11, for the annual Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt at Beardsley Park, 20011 N. 128th Ave. Tickets will be available for our Sun City West residents and their invited guests beginning March 3 through April 8. Stop by the R.H. John- son Box Office 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Easter Bunny will arrive for pictures at 9:30 Friday with your rec card to receive your free a.m. Parents much have their own camera. tickets. Children participating in the Easter egg There will be other attractions for children to hunt will need to be registered. Children must enjoy, including: bounce houses, face painting, be at least 1 (walking) but no older than 10. crafts, Lego, train and a petting zoo. Culture Series presents After the children finish collecting eggs the Donuts, coffee and drinks will be available for purchase. Kathy Clarys The popular R.H. Johnson Cul- ture Series welcomes Kathy Clarys from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednes- day, March 25, on the Great Lawn, 19803 N. R.H. Johnson Blvd. The show is free to the pub- lic and no tickets are required. Kathy Clarys is a Sun City West Surprise Pops return with spring show “gem” who will soon grace the The Recreation Centers of nation to the concert for the season. The band keeps the tra- R.H. Johnson Great Lawn with Sun City West is happy to wel- food bank. Tickets are limited dition of not charging for a con- her versatile voice and musical se- come Surprise Pops for a return to two per rec card and avail- cert. lections. Kathy is a life-long per- engagement at 1 p.m. Tuesday, able at the box office only. The music will feature our former, having started singing at age 4. She was a vocal coach in April 7, at Palm Ridge Rec Thirty-five years ago a hand- members’ favorites, including: public school systems for 39 years and has performed with various Center, 13800 W. Deer Valley ful of musicians gathered in “My Fair Lady,” “Baby Ele- bands including Mirage, Connection, Fantasy and RLC Jazz. Kathy Drive. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Clancy Wolf’s garage to enjoy phant Walk” in a Henry enjoys performing musical selections from such female vocal greats The Surprise Pops’ “Pops Fa- playing band music. It was Mancini medley arrangement, as Patsy Cline, Ann Murray, Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Karen vorites” Spring Show is free to recreation, fun and fellowship. “Tijuana Taxi” by the Tijuana Carpenter and more. She is especially proud of her 22 years of lead- Sun City West residents. How- Today the band has grown to Brass, “Cole Porter” medley, ership in the world of contemporary Christian music. ever, the Surprise Pops will about 100 members and plays and “Disney March Collec- Bring your lawn chairs and favorite beverages to the Great Lawn “play for food.” Be sure to free concerts to thousands of tion.” There should be some- for a truly special evening of musical entertainment. Food items will bring a nonperishable food do- West Valley audiences every thing for everyone. be available for purchase starting at 5:15 p.m. Tickets go on sale in March for FallFest Come out to Beardsley Park for the 2020 stars they portray, and whom they have FallFest featuring Sixtiesmania and HIFI had the honor of sharing the same stage, at 7 p.m.