VDO March 2022 Newsletter

Scenes of Arizona THE KISSING ROCKS By David Park Valle del Oro RV Resort 480-984-1146 Activity Office 480-357-2001, Ticket Office 480-984-5076 Tickets can be purchased online at www.cal-am.com

NEWSLETTER March 2022 VALLE DEL ORO Ahoy Matees, RV RESORT Yachts of Fun is the theme this season for 1452 S. Ellsworth Rd all of Cal-am resorts and from what we see Mesa AZ 85209 you are all enjoying our cruise on land. Traci, our amazing Activities 480-984-1146 Director has been seen dressed the part as we enjoyed www.cal-am.com several ports of call, docking at Mexico, Italy, China, France, India and Jamaica. It’s been smooth sailing, What’s Inside: beautiful weather, games and sunbathing on the deck with poolside service from the Cactus Grill. Have you From Manager and AD Page 2-3 seen us, Traci and Glenda, handing out treats? Maybe today will be the day. Resort News Page 4-11 The Arts & Crafts Fair which is a highlight of the cruise, is not to be Music on the Patio Schedule Page 6 missed. Don’t forget to pick up your Pinewood Derby kit and join the race. The VDO Superheroes will be honored at the Volunteer Appre- Activities Calendar Page 8 ciation party, thanks for keeping the engines running! Let the shenanigans begin at the St Patrick’s Day party that will make those Salon Page 17 that are not here green with envy. If you would like a memorable day out sign up for the Cal-am Golf Tournament held at the beauti- Lifestyle University Page 18-21 ful courses at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, and then top it off at the poolside Luau Party. Don’t forget it’s 5 o’clock somewhere...see you Sales Office Page 24 on the deck! Cal-Am Concerts Page BC Don’t forget to secure your spot for next seasons cruise. We offer friends, sunshine and smooth sailing so “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” OFFICE HOURS here at VDO. Activities: Mon-Fri, 9AM -4PM Thank you sincerely for such a great season, you are the best! 480-357-2001 or email [email protected] Darwin and Glenda Farr Box Office: Mon-Fri: 8AM-4PM, Sat: 9AM - 12PM, 480-984-5076 or aValle del Oro Resort Managers Tickets online: www.cal-am.com Welcome Guest Services: Mon-Fri: 8AM - 4PM Aboard 480-984-1146. Sat -Sun 9AM-12PM Post Office: Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 3:00 PM Saturdays: 8:30AM - 2:00 PM 480-357-2010 2

*As we cruise into March and I reflect on the past 6 months at VDO, I realize how much fun I have had meeting all of you, planning parties and events, as well as working with an amazing team of bosses, co-workers, workampers, and volunteers! I know many of you plan on leaving at the end of this month so we have a fun filled month planned. We start off the month with the famous VDO Talent Show at 7:00 on March 2nd. There are so many wonderful acts by our talented residents, this is a must see! Speaking of talented residents, the annual Arts and Crafts Fair is Saturday the 5th. I am continually impressed by how creative everyone here is. The second week of March it is time to celebrate our wonderful volunteers at the Superheroes Appreciation party. Thank you all for everything that you do for VDO. We couldn’t do it without you. We end the week with the long anticipate Darci Lynn performance on March 11th and 12th. We will be sharing the exciting new Cal-Am concert series after the shows! March is probably most famous for St. Paddy’s Day so let’s party with .25 beer and wine, corned beef and cabbage, carrots and potatoes. If you don’t care to eat Irish, fish and chips will also be available. The Pinewood Derby, the Quilt show and drive-in movie are sure to be exciting events to keep you entertained. We will end the month with a Hawaiian Luau complete with hula dancers and a fire show, music, dancing, and fun to be had by all. I look forward to celebrating March with all of you! *May your pockets be heavy and your heart be light and good luck pursue you morning and night* Traci Anderson Activities Director Welcome from Valle del Oro Resort Sales Team! Welcome to the land of sunshine. We are excited to represent Valle del Oro at the Sales Office! My name is Jackie Perry, your resort home specialists. Together with Mary Glock, our sales office admin & our valuable seasonal helpers we are here to make the buying and selling of your homes as enjoyable for you as possible. We are having a record breaking season with homes selling faster than ever before. Our new home inventory is staring to arrive with 4 of the most popular floor plans to choose from and on the most desirable sites! We are expecting over 20 new homes to arrive through 2022. Come see me to see the new floor plans and sites! Arizona rooms to be added. New homes include 2 years Free rent. Don't be left out in the cold or snow! Get your piece of paradise before they are gone! For more information, call 480-380-6205, Jackie Perry 3

4 Special Events 2021 - 2022 VDO’S SPECIAL EDITION WED, MAR 9, 2022 VOLUME 23 2022 CALLING ALL VDOSUPERHEROES! GET HERE IN A FLASH! IT’S TIME FOR THE VOLUNTEER BASH! VOLUNTEERS ARE JUST WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2ND SUPERHEROESww 7:00 PM - $5 (+TAX & FEE) IN DISGUISE DOORS OPEN AT 6:15 PM VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PARTY Wednesday, March 9th - 3 PM, Ballroom ALWAYS GREAT FUN BECAUSE YOU ARE THE STARS. SUPERHERO’S UNITE! GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY! AT ww SERVICE CLUB ACTIVITIES SUPERHERO HEADQUARTERS  Service Club General Meeting - Wed, Comedian - Ken Kaz March 2, 3:00PM in the Acapulco Room. (Arrive 3- 3:30PM to sign up for Patio: Rhythm Edition volunteer opportunities) Meeting at 3:30. Bocce: Splash  Trivia Night Wed, March 16 at 7PM in the Meal & Entertainment provided, beverages 25¢ Ballroom. Come on your own or bring a This event: By invitation only team! $5 cash entry donation supports Tickets & badges required local charities. Invitations given to coordinators are considered  Service Club Patio Sale: #440 on Dolomite your ticket for event. Club Leadership turn lists into -Donate items on Fri, Mar 18, 9AM-1PM -Patio Sale on Sat, Mar, 19, 8AM-1PM Activity Office for invitations by Wed, Feb 2nd All items sold by cash donation. (16 or more volunteer hours required). THANK YOU! 4

Special Events 2021 - 2022 5 ’ Thursday, March 17th, 4:00 PM (Free - badge required) Meal served from 4 - 5:30 PM Food Tickets - $9.50(+tax), Drinks 25¢ Tickets available Monday, January 3rd Entertainment Includes: Ballroom - Reign ’N Country 4-7PM Bocce - Boomer 4-7PM Patio - Silhouette 4-8PM ¢ 5

6 Special Events 2021 - 2022 tMarch Music on the Patio 4-7:00 PM Mar 1, Tues RockSmith Mar 2, Wed NorthStar A non-denominational Chapel Service is Mar 3, Thur Thaddeus Rose held in the ballroom every Sunday at Mar 4, Fri DJ & Midnight Sun Mar 5, Sat Breeze 10:00 AM with a Communion served the Mar 7, Mon Better Beat Band first Sunday of the month. Special music is Mar 8, Tues Hillbilly Deluxe Mar 10, Thur Armour Gomez provided by the Choir each week. Mar 11, Fri Harry Mathews Mar 12, Sat Caution The speakers for February are: Mar 14, Mon Rose & the Thorns March 6th - Pastor R. Milleville Mar 15, Tues Josh West March 13th - Pastor C. Shaffer Mar 16, Wed Desert Coyotes March 20th - CHOIR SUNDAY Mar 18, Fri Surefire March 27th - Pastor B. Stuenkel Mar 19, Sat Soul Impression Mar 21, Mon DJ & Midnight Sun All are welcome! Mar 22, Tues Splash Mar 23, Wed Back Seat Romance Mar 24, Thur Urban Crossroads Mar 25, Fri Cactus Wine Mar 26, Sat Otis & the Beat Mar 28, Mon Fast Lane Mar 29, Tue Harry Mathews Mar 30, Wed Come Back Buddy

Special Events 2021 - 2022 7 Travel with us as we visit different ports of call ENGLAND - Please join us as we cruise our way into a piece of Olde England. We will meet on Thursday, March 3 at 12PM on the Bocce Patio. Shuffleboard originated during the 15th century in England so we will be having les- sons to commemorate this favorite pastime whilst enjoying tea and scones. Tah Tah for now! GERMANY - Who doesn’t love Oktoberfest even in March? We will venture into Germany on Thursday the 10th at 12PM with pretzel bites, cheese and of course beer! A festival wouldn’t be complete without a souvenir so we will be making a craft as well. Prost! (Cheers) A limited number of free tickets will be available at the Box Office one week prior to each event. Valle del Oro Quilt Show Saturday, March 26th 9AM - 2PM Ballroom Breakfast on the Patio Begins at 8:30AM Lunch Available at The Cactus Grill Music on the Patio: Rich Mancini 11AM-2PM

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1New Image Fashions 2 3 Country Store 4 w5 VDO’s Got 9:00 - 12:00PM Taco Salad Arts & Crafts Fair 8:30 AM Coffee & Donuts Talent 11:30-1:00PM 10:30-2 PM Ballroom Specialty Chicken 7 pm -$5 Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Dinner 4:30PM Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio 4-7 PM 10:30-2PM 4-7PM RockSmith 4-7 PM 4-7PM Thaddeus DJ & Midnight Sun Rich Mancini Rose BINGO 6:30PM Music on the Patio NorthStar 4-7 PM Breeze 67 8 Coffee & Donuts 9 10 RECYCLE 11 12 Cal-am Concert Darci Lynne 10AM Chapel 8:30 AM Volunteer Fri & Sat, 7PM, Ballroom Specialty Ribs Appreciation Party Dinner 4:30PM Patio Show 3PM Ballroom Music on the Music on the Patio Dinner 4PM Music on the Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Patio 4-7PM 4-7PM Hillbilly Patio: Patio 4-7PM Better Beat Band Deluxe Armour Gomez BINGO 6:30PM RHythm Edition, Bocce: Splash 5-7 PM & 8:30-10PM 5-7 PM & 8:30-10PM Harry Mathews Caution 13 14 15 16 1177 18 19 10AM Chapel Coffee & Donuts Music on the St. Paddy’s Day Artistic Talent cPATIO SALE 8:30 AM Patio 4-7PM Party- 4:00 PM 10-1:00PM Cal-Am Desert Coyotes Entertainment Taco Salad Pinewood Derby Specialty Steak BR: Reign ‘N Check in 8-11 AM Dinner 4:30PM Patio Country 11:30-1:00PM Races 11AM Patio: Silhouette Music on the Music on the Patio Bocce: Boomer Music on the Patio Patio 4-7PM 4-7PM Josh West Rose & Thorns BINGO 6:30PM Music on the Patio 4-7 PM 4-7PM Surefire Soul Impression 20 21 22 23 24 RECYCLE 25 26 10AM Chapel Music on the Coffee & Donuts No Taco Salad Quilt Show Patio 4-7PM 8:30 AM 9AM-3PM DJ & Midnight ORGAN STOP PIZZA Music: 11AM-2PM Specialty Ribs 1:30 PM, $9.50 Rich Mancini Sun Dinner 4:30PM Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio Music on the Patio 4-7 PM 4-7PM Splash 4-7PM Back Seat 4-7PM Urban 4-7PM Otis & the Beat BINGO 6:30PM Crossroads 29 Coffee & Donuts 31 hLUAURomance Cactus Wine 8:30 AM 27 28 New Image Fashions 30 10AM Chapel Music on the Specialty Chicken Drive-in Movie 4PM Dinner $8.50 Patio 4-7PM Dinner 4:30PM Patio 6:15PM Patio: Royal Hawiian Fast Lane Music on the Patio 4-7PM Harry Mathews Music on the Patio Dancers, Ballroom: 4-7PM Come Thaddeus Rose, BINGO 6:30PM Bocce: Rocksmith Back Buddy 8

Garden Railroad Night Runs Saturday, March 5, 6:45 - 8:00 PM Sunday, March 20, 6:45 - 8:00 PM SPANISH CLASSES Thurs - Theater Rm, 12:45 PM - Beginning, 2PM - Intermediate Acoustic Jam Wednesdays, 2-4 PM, the location is now at site #1666 For more info: Shirley Young 306-290-8634 Free PickleBall Lessons! Sign up at the Green Bulletin Board at the PickleBall Courts. Monday’s - 2:00PM - 4:00 PM FUN! FUN! FUN! 12-2 PM DAILY Sat, Mar 5, Main Pool 10:30am - 2pm, Ballroom Nantucket Basket Classes Come see what everyone has been working Thursdays at 12:00 PM, at site #934. Call Gail Potts to sign on all season! up at 425-308-7299. $25 for 2 week class. Music on the Patio by Rich Mancini Monday Night Bridge POTTERY SALE 5:15PM Lessons, 6:30PM Play Begins, Acapulco Room Thursday, March 3rd, 9:00-1:00PM VDO TOOL SHED In the Pottery Studio Open Mon - Fri, 9-11 AM & 1-3PM. Borrow tools for These are all new pieces made specifically for our FREE for the day. Barry Arnott 480-463-0703 sale, by our very talented monitors. Stop in and take a look! Non-Denominational Bible Study Cactus Grill Please come to the weekly Bible Study in the Theater Monday - Saturday 12:00 - 7:00 PM room, Tuesday evenings 7-8:00 PM. Sundays 12:00 - 5:00 PM Bring your bible and a friend. All are welcome! Taco Salad TRIPLE PLAY - New Group Come join us! Fridays, 11:30 AM - 1 PM Tuesdays, 6PM - Cancun Room - Eileen 602-635-0421 Third Act VDO Theater Group Fridays, 10AM Theater Room Bollywood Exercise Class Saturdays, 9AM on the Patio Coffee & Donuts Aqua Zumba Tuesdays, serving 8:00AM Ballroom Fridays, 11:30 AM in the Lap Pool Line Dancing SunGsertill Softball concession Come & enjoy the menu at Fridays 1PM, in the Theater room. Paula Jacobs 806-433-3975 for info. the ballfield. 9

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March Tournaments Check with your Activities Office for sign–ups and more details. MONDAY, March 7, 2022 28

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