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The Association
A Message from the General Manager President’s Message Security Focus Tonto Cares Annual Charity Event
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New Resident Reception Community Park Opening VerdeCares . . . and much more Community News & Updates
Our Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Mesquite Grill
TVA Mix & Mingle Chef Aaron’s Italian Buffet Dinner
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Events & Activities
Verdes Hiking Group Information Upcoming Events & Activities 2025 ASU Lecture Series
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Fitness
New Fitness Classes Spa Services
Local Happenings
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Community Church Services Church Concert Series Community Church Upcoming Events
A Message ... FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
We were excited to announce the soft opening of the Community Park last month. The park has quickly become a beloved gathering spot for residents, from the lush grassy area of the dog park to the bustling sports courts. The success of the Community Park is a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated community members and staff. We are grateful for your feedback and participation in the planning phases, which helped shape this wonderful space. Thank you for making 2024 a year to remember, and here's to an even brighter year ahead!
ANDY ANDREWS COO/ GENERAL MANAGER
MEMBER PROFILE / PHOTO UPDATES Congratulations to Frank & Pattie Green for winning a $100 gift card for submitting their profile photo! Although the photo contest has ended, our quest to have all members update their profiles continues. These photos will be used for staff training in the restaurant and administration office, enabling us to provide more personalized and efficient service. You can upload your photos directly on the website under "Directory of Residents - Edit My Profile." Thank you for your continued engagement and support in making Tonto Verde a vibrant and welcoming community. Wishing you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year!
Frank & Pattie Green
Warm regards, Andy
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A Message ... FROM THE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT
EPCOR LITIGATION We have an update on our lawsuit against EPCOR related to community pond liners. After months of legal proceedings and many attempts to reach a settlement with EPCOR, the difficult decision was made to dismiss our lawsuit. This lawsuit arose after we noticed some damage to the clubhouse pond liners and collars. After reviewing the matter, our legal committee and outside counsel
advised the Board that there was a strong case for holding EPCOR responsible for the liner deterioration. Initial attempts to reach an agreement were unsuccessful, so a business decision was made to start legal proceedings. This ended up being a protracted undertaking, and as can happen when facing a well-funded opponent, the costs of continuing became untenable. There were also some unfavorable rulings by the Judge, and it was concluded that a Tonto “Win” or any meaningful settlement was unlikely. As part of the dismissal, EPCOR requested and was awarded a reimbursement of their legal fees in the amount of $386,015. We were able to negotiate a $50,000 discount, and on December 12, 2024, we paid EPCOR $336,015 to conclude the case. This outcome is obviously extremely disappointing to the Legal Committee, our outside counsel, the Board, and all of us as residents of Tonto. We know the ponds will need repairs at some point, however, we are unaware of any risk of catastrophic failure. We are hoping any significant repair can be avoided or delayed well into the future. During this time, we will continue to build our reserves to fund repair needs as they occur. Fortunately, in satisfying this fee award to EPCOR, no special assessment will be necessary. The TVA has more than sufficient reserve funds, a portion of which are earmarked for the community ponds, to pay these fees. Any money spent to prosecute the lawsuit is considered solely in furtherance of the pond repair and maintenance needs and accordingly, a justifiable reserve expense.
Tom Schouten, President TVA
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SECURI TY F O C U S
EMERGENCIES 911 MARICOPA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE (602) 876-1869 CITIZENS ASSIST (snake removal; lift-assist) (480) 471-3504 NON-EMERGENCY (602) 876-1000 TONTO VERDE HOA OFFICE
The key to staying safe is to be aware of your surroundings. If you notice something or someone suspicious, contact the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 602-876-8477. Please remember if you observe any suspicious activity within the Tonto Verde Community, call the MCSO at 602.876.1000 (non-emergency) or 911 for an emergency. Cell phone photos are always helpful. September 2024 - A non-resident's claim of “Theft from a Vehicle” on Tonto Verde Drive was filed with the MCSO. The investigation was conducted. The claimant was unclear if the item was stolen or lost. October 2024 - Five incidents of “Vagrant/Trespassing” were reported to the MCSO. These individuals were cited and/or removed from TVA property. October 2024 - The MCSO was notified of a “Patio Furniture Theft” that occurred while the homeowner was gone for the Summer. __________________________________________________________________ SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY AT TONTO VERDE TVA residents have asked that they be informed of criminal activity or suspicious incidents that occur within our gates and within the neighboring area. Fortunately, these incidents are infrequent, but they do occur. When that happens, the information will be shared in the “Security Focus” column of the Tonto Times publication. The Security Committee of the TVA Board of Directors monitors criminal activity in the Rio Verde area through the Maricopa County Sheri ff ’s County (MCSO) and from other sources. If you would like additional information on any incidents reported, please use the HOA website and submit a “Security Comment Submission Form.” A member of the Security Committee will respond. REPORTED INCIDENTS:
(480) 471-2582 SRP ELECTRIC (602) 236-8888 EPCOR WATER (800) 383-0834 REPUBLIC SERVICES DISPOSAL (480) 627-2700 VERDECARES (480) 471-8944 DISTRICT RANGER U.S. FOREST SERVICE LAW ENFORCEMENT (480) 595-3346 SHERIFF POSSE PROGRAM RENEWAL (602) 876-1869
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Community NEWS & UPDATES
WHO ARE ALL OF THESE NEW PEOPLE?
Extend a warm welcome and greet the latest Tonto Verde residents (please note that the list may not include all new residents from December). Mark & Eileen Elles 27302 N. Granite Mtn Rd From: Lone Tree, CO Jeff Vendsel & Jane Roesch 27026 N Sycamore Creek Rd From: Scottsdale, AZ Ed & Janet Oxford 27023 N. Sycamore Creek Rd From: Previous TV Resident
TVA FINANCE & INVESTMENT COMMITTEE The TVA Finance and Investment Committee (FIC) is looking for new committee members to replace members with expiring terms. Experience in either accounting, auditing or business financial operations is required. FIC meets monthly. A charter and workplan can be found on the TVA website under HOA Committees. If you are interested and want to explore further, contact Scott Thiss, Chair, sthiss1@gmail.com or 612.860.1633.
New Resident Welcome Reception!
Where: Tonto Verde Clubhouse - Acacia Ballroom When: Thursday, January 23, 2025 Time: 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Complimentary Wine & Hors d'oeuvres and a Welcome Gift. Meet your neighbors who have moved into the community in 2024. You will also meet representatives from the HOA Board of Directors, Tonto Verde Golf Club, VerdeCares, Community Church, and others. Learn a little bit about our community. A Q & A will follow. Please let us know if you are coming please R.S.V.P. below. We look forward to meeting you! RSVP Here.
Our amazing servers at the Lady Putter luncheon are beaming with holiday spirit!
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Community Park
Community Park ... Is Now Open! Excitement buzzed in the air as neighbors gathered around, eager to try out the vibrant new facility. The sound of paddles striking the ball echoed through the park, accompanied by laughter and friendly banter. It was a joyous occasion, bringing together people of all skill levels, united by their enthusiasm for the sport. As the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the courts, it was clear that this new
addition to the community park was bound to become a beloved hub for recreation and connection.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work towards finalizing the park's amenities. The community's enthusiasm and support have been invaluable, and we are thrilled to see so many residents enjoying the new facilities. We look forward to welcoming more members who celebrate our shared passion for outdoor activities and connection. Maricopa County has granted us a Temporary Usage Permit, permitting residents to access the park exclusively via the Golf Cart Path from Desierto to Blue Sky Drive. Please keep in mind that you will be sharing this cart path with golfers near the green on Hole #2, so exercise caution and adhere to the signage directing you to the appropriate route towards Blue Sky Drive. Once we obtain the final permit, the main gates to the park will be open. To access the Pickleball Courts, enter your member number followed by the hashtag “#” key. All golf carts, bikes, and pedestrians MUST use the cart path for access to the park. PARK ACCESS
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Community Park ...
DESIGNATED DOG PARK
Playful barks and wagging tails filled the air as our furry residents explored the fenced area of the Dog Park, making new friends along the way. Pet owners exchanged stories, forming bonds over their mutual love for their canine companions. The dog park, with its shaded rest areas and the large and small doggie-designated areas, has quickly become a favorite spot for both the dogs and their humans. It offers the perfect blend of exercise and socialization.
Benches and tables are strategically placed for pet owners to relax and watch their dogs play, fostering community and camaraderie. The park is well- maintained, with lush grass areas and drinking fountains ensuring every visit is enjoyable and safe. This park area is a lively hub for dog lovers to gather with their beloved companions.
Whether you're at the park to play pickleball, enjoy a stroll, or spend quality time with your pets, the Tonto Verde Community Park is a tremendous asset to the community.
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COMMUNITY PROJECT - VALENTINE’S DAY CARD MAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
TIME TO REORDER YOUR MAH JONGG CARDS Time to Order Your 2025 Mah Jongg Cards Terrie Bunker will be accepting orders for 2025 Mah Jongg cards from now until Jan. 18. Cards are the same price as last year, $14 for the standard size and $15 for large cards. (Note: No orders can be accepted during the week of Christmas.) To order: Mail a check to Terrie Bunker at 25021 N Vado Court, Rio Verde, AZ 85263 Or… Put a check in her Post Office Box Alpha “B” at the Rio Verde post office Or…Put a check or cash on the table by her front door Make check payable to Terrie Bunker. Questions? Call Terrie at 612-720-7288. Donation to Reigning Grace Ranch $5 for each large card order and $3 for each standard card order goes to the charity of our choice which continues to be Reigning Grace Ranch. Last year the Mah Jongg players were able to donate $835 to Reigning Grace Ranch thanks to everyone who ordered cards.
Attention all Artistic people! We are looking for resident volunteers to create handmade Valentine’s cards for VerdeCares to give to shut-ins within the Tonto and Rio Verde communities. Please sign up to volunteer on our website under the Lifestyle | Event Registration Menu. Instructor: Kathy Morgan. TUESDAY, FEB. 4 | CLUBHOUSE MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM | 12:00 TO 3:00 PM
TRAVEL NETWORK GET TOGETHER
LENDING CLOSET Upon Request Year Round
The Lending Closet will resume the “Wednesday Pick up and Return” schedule starting November 8th. Return items 2-2:30 PM and Pick up items 2:30-3PM at the HOA club loading dock location. Kids Closet Kids Closet items include cribs, pack & plays, car seats, booster seats, strollers, high chairs and twin-size airbeds. Items are available upon request year round. Requests should be made utilizing the Kids Closet Request form, click here. Contact Terry Uffelman or Judy Dorwart with questions. Medical Equipment Medical equipment includes crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, scooters, shower chairs, and toilet seats. Planned requests should be made using the Medical Equipment Request form. For an emergency, contact Terry Uffelman or Judy Dorwart. Click here for the Medical Equipment form.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, AT 4:30 PM AT THE CLUBHOUSE - ACACIA BALLROOM| NO RESERVATION REQUIRED During our last get together on December 13, 2024, we saw pictures from Churchill, Canada, and the Beehners’ polar bear encounters (above). Please join us to share your summer and recent travel experiences and any upcoming adventures. Learn where others have ventured to and what they learned. (Beverage Service available)
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST A HUGE SUCCESS! The Rio Verde Fire District Pancake Breakfast on Dec. 7 was a huge success. Our firefighters served a record 530 attendees, and donations totaled $18,730. A heartfelt thank you to our firefighters and everyone who joined in the fun and donated to VerdeCares. In the top photo, Santa Claus enjoys posing for a photo with VerdeCares volunteer Linda Cuellar, Vicki Beseke, and Tonto Verde resident Bill Ralls. HAPPY HOLIDAYS We wish you and your family a Happy Holiday and our sincere appreciation to our VerdeCares family, including the neighbors we serve and our inspiring volunteers. Thank you for allowing VerdeCares to serve our neighbors in need for over 15 years. We look forward to continuing to support neighbors' needs for many years to come. To our donors, you are the lifeblood that has allowed and will continue to allow VerdeCares to serve our communities. During this season of holiday giving your continued support is appreciated. DONATIONS WELCOME VerdeCares is an IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit charity and an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) with the QCO code 22644. The Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program provides a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona state income tax, allowing for contributions of up to $470 for individual filers and $938 for joint filers. SUPPORT SERVICES VerdeCares volunteers provide medical transportation, errands for prescriptions, meal delivery, medical equipment, medication and wound management, nurse wellness visits, home safety assessments, caregiver respite, and additional resources as needed. Our Alzheimer’s monthly caregiver support group provides education and available resources to caregivers. A Happy, Healthy New Year to All! Vicki Beseke, Founder | Director, VerdeCares Inc. 11 | COMMUNITY NEWS
As we ring in the New Year, the Verdes Habitat for Humanity crew are all smiles . . .
The owners of build #28 got a big surprise for Christmas when they learned they were the winners of the Kurt Warner Habitat for Humanity gift (below). The Warners fully furnished a Habitat home for a single mother, and this year’s winner was thrilled.
The Verdes Habitat for Humanity project has raised $65,514 since July 1st. Our goal is $130,000, so we’re halfway there! Donations sent by April 14 can be used as tax deductions for 2024 or 2025. There are postcard-size informative pamphlets to pick up at the Rio Verde Post Office and at the Tonto Verde Clubhouse near the entry and library. Checks to Habitat for Humanity, Central Arizona / Verdes, can be conveniently dropped off at your HOA office. Contact Christie Gorsline for more donation information at 503.530.0594 christiewrite@yahoo.com.
The homeowners for our current build, #29, were introduced at church services in December. They help with the building and are looking forward to the positive change that comes from being homeowners. If construction is your thing, contact Pete Sturman at Tonto Verde. He organizes the crew that carpools to the building site every week at sturmanpr@gmail.com. The walls are up, and the crew is great!
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Food AND BEVERAGE
What's Happening at the Mesquite Grill Offerings JANUARY
HOURS Closed on Mondays Tues. - Sun. 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM Closed Jan. 1st New Year’s Day! TVA Mix & Mingle Jan. 16 | 3 to 5:00 PM - Clubhouse Complimentary Apps & House Beverages No Reservation Required Chef Aaron’s Italian Buffet Jan. 30 | 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Clubhouse Cimarron Dining Room & Acacia Ballroom Dinner Buffet- Complimentary Glass of Wine Reservation is Required on the Event Calendar or the FT’s App. Choose from multiple seating times.
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E v e n t s a n d
Activities
2025 CLASSES - ALL ARE WELCOME
January 13, Monday, 9 am to Noon Rio Verde Community Center - Art Room The $50 payment can be taken by Zelle or at the time of the class.
Julie Kulikoff and Nancy Renaut will guide you through this process. You will work together, inspire each other, and make something memorable. You will choose a design and create your collage on a wooden tray, either out of beads or buttons – or both! You can choose from a wine glass, saguaro, cowboy/girl boot, Navajo design, quail, pepper, or feather. We will need to know ahead of time to prepare the wooden tray. Register by emailing Nancy at nrenaut@yahoo.com.
WOODEN TRAY COLLAGE CLASS
January 20, Monday (part 1) 9:30 am-noon January 24, Friday (part 2) 1 pm – 3:30 pm $100 (for both parts) Instructor: Patty Milliken
Payment is taken by cash or check. Register by emailing Patty at pjmilliken@hotmail.com. Cigar boxes and a variety of papers are provided. This is a 2-part class. Pick a theme ahead of time: a trip, a person, a place….anything…then start collecting items that fit your theme. This will make a great keepsake. Patty Milliken will help you with the mechanics of putting this piece together.
COLLAGE MEMORY BOXES
February 11, Tuesday, 1 to 3:00 PM Rio Verde Community Center - Art Room The $40 payment can be taken by Zelle or at the time of the class.
Create a personal, natural, and beautiful sun chime from driftwood from the Pacific Northwest. Bring your imagination and creativity. If you have certain Beads you would like to use, please bring them as well. Julia Kulikoff and Nancy Renaut will help you with the mechanics of putting this piece together. Taught by: Julia Kulikoff and Nancy Renaut Register by emailing Nancy at nrenaut@yahoo.com Class size limited to 6.
DRIFTWOOD SUN CHIME
February 17, Monday, 9 am to Noon Rio Verde Community Center - Art Room The $50 payment can be taken by Zelle or at the time of the class.
There are Angels all around us. Sometimes, we need a visual reminder that they are around us, protecting us and loving us. In this class, you will make 2 wands. One for yourself and one to share with someone else. Bring yourself and an open heart. If you have a special charm you would like to incorporate into this piece, please feel free to do so. Nancy will provide beads, charms, metal rods,
washers, wire, and ribbon. Class is limited to 8. Register by emailing Nancy at nrenaut@yahoo.com.
ANGEL WANDS
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More . . . Events & Activities
TONTO VERDE SPEAKER SERIES
Fri. 3:30 PM | Clubhouse - Acacia Ballroom Aging in Place Vicki Beseke, founder of VerdeCares, will speak about planning aging in place. Come learn how to plan for now and future needs, which can assist with maintaining your independence at home.
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INTERESTED IN BEER AND ITS HISTORY IN THE WORLD AND AMERICA? Join the Beer Club! 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Rio Verde Community Center Multi-Purpose room. No reservation is required. Learn about the brewing process and tasting options. Contact Steve Dickinson at sjdickinson44@gmail.com or 515.201.1027 for meeting dates. Cheers!
Fri. 3:30 PM | Clubhouse - Acacia Ballroom Losing a Loved One Marty Olson will talk about what to do before a loved one dies and things to remember after losing a loved one.
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BASKET MAKING CLASS AT TRILOGY Mon 9:30 AM to 12… Jan 27 and Feb 3
HAPPY PAINTING WORKSHOP Thurs. Feb. 6th and Wed. March 12th | 12:30 to 3:30 PM |Multi-purpose Rm| $40 pp for each class. Pay the instructor directly. This is not a sip-and-paint class. No skills are required, and you will leave the class with a matted and framed original painting. Register for class at the Lifestyle | Events Calendar or on the FT App on the “EVENTS” tile.
$100 for two sessions All cording provided
Yarn will need to be purchased. Pay the instructor directly. For registration and information, Contact Instructor Patty Milliken at pjmilliken@hotmail.com.
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AT A GLANCE Activities
Bridge - Partners Weekly - Thursdays | MP Room 6:00 PM Bingo & Trivia Night Weekly - Alternating Wed. MP Room | 5:00 to 6:00 PM Bocce Ball League Weekly - Thursdays Open Play Bocce Court |6:00 PM
Chair Yoga Class - No Floor Work! See Calendar for details| MP Room Tues. Thurs. Sat. from 9:15 to 10:00 AM Pre-recorded Video “Barre Classes” Wednesdays|Multi-purpose Rm | 8:00 to 9:00 AM | Classes are Complimentary. Please arrive 5 min early. Space is limited. Yoga Class Tues. | Multi-purpose Rm |4:30 to 5:30 PM Stretch & Balance Yoga Fridays 3 to 4 PM The class will resume on January 10, 2025. Restorative Yoga 3 to 4:30 PM. The first Fridays of the month. This class starts on Jan.10, 2025. Line Dance Classes starting Mondays & Thurs.| 10:30 to 11:15 AM| MP Room | $5 pp. No reservation required. Strength, Balance, & Flexibility Class for Active Seniors - No Floor Work! Tues. Thurs. Sat|Multi-purpose Rm | 8:15 to 9:05 AM Pre-recorded Video “Fit for Life 2” Classes Mon. Wed. Fri|Multi-purpose Rm | 7:00 to 7:45 AM | Classes are complimentary Verdes Hiking Group See the calendar for details pg.28. Meets at the Rio Verde Community Center Parking Lot.
Bingo & Trivia Night
Bocce Ball
Bridge - Partners
Chat Bridge
Lady Putters Weekly - Wed. | 10 AM | Lunch Following Putting. Contact Kristen McLinden at 612.616.9106 for Membership information. Ladies Bridge Weekly - Wed. Starting Nov. 6 | Saguaro Rm | 1:00 to 4:30 PM | Bring $2 Email Shari Coup sherylcoup@gmail.com for information. Hand & Foot Weekly - Mondays | Clubhouse 9:30 AM to12 Noon Knotty Knitters Weekly - Mondays | Saguaro Rm 3:00 to 5:00 PM Couples Hand & Foot Weekly - Fridays | Saguaro Room 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Couples Hand & Foot
Strength, Balance & Flexibility
Hand & Foot
Knotty Knitters
Lady Putters
Ladies Bridge
Maj Jong
Men's Putting League Weekly - Thurs. | 3 PM Contact the Jim Crego bow_crystal@yahoo.com for Membership information.
Men's Putting League
Men's Poker
Spite & Malice Weekly - Thursdays | Saguaro Rm 4:00 to 6:00 PM Mah Jongg Weekly - Mon. & Fri. | Saguaro Rm 10:00 AM to 12 Noon
Spite & Malice
Water Aerobics
Water Volleyball
Water Aerobics Mon. Wed. Fri | Pool Area 8:15 to 9:15 AM |
Yoga
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• Tue., Jan. 7: Elephant Mountain (Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek – 7 miles, 1400’ elevation change, 3.5 hours, $3 park admission) • Wed. Jan. 22: Go John, Quartz & Slate Loop (Cave Creek Regional Park - 7.1 miles, 951' elevation change, 3 hrs, $3 park admission) • Tue., Feb.11: Mesquite Hollow/Western Loop (Adero Cyn TH, Fountain Hills – 6 miles, 1400’ elevation change, 3 hours) • Wed., Feb. 26: Pass Mountain Loop (Usery Mountain Regional Park - 7.7 miles, 1,049' elevation change, 4 hrs, $3 park admission) • Tue., Mar. 11: Wave Cave (Lost Goldmine TH, Superstitions – 3 miles, 869’ elevation change, 2.5 hours) • Wed., Mar. 26: Miners Summit Trl (Superstitions - 8.5 miles, 1,312' elevation change,4 hrs) • Tue., Apr.1: Mt. Ord (Mazatzal Wilderness – 8 miles, 1800’ elevation change, 3.5 hours) For additional hike information and descriptions of these trails, go to alltrails.com, hikearizona.com, or arizonahiking.blogspot.com. 2025 VERDES HIKING CALENDAR Everyone is welcome to join a hike! There is no need to sign up in advance; just show up. Visit some of the most interesting local hiking trails. For all hikes, meet in the Rio Verde Community Center parking lot at 7:55 AM. Bring your own water bottle, and wear hiking shoes/boots and sunscreen. Hiking poles are optional.
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Fitness CLASSES AND SPA SERVICES
NEED A PERSONAL TRAINER?
SPA SERVICES
TONTO VERDE CLUBHOUSE Located in the back of the Fitness Center
Call or text one of our Therapists for services offered, pricing, and an appointment. Our Therapists are individual contractors. You will be required to pay the Therapists at the time services are rendered.
Our Personal Trainers provide a range of programs and packages at different price levels. For more details, please reach out to them directly for information and payment. Kim Hines (602) 799-2259 kim@FitnessVentures.org www.KimFitnessVentures.org Michelle Myatt (815) 530-6368 Michelle@TotalUFitness.com www.TotalUFitness.com
Stay Connected
If you are not currently receiving our community publications via email, kindly reach out to Cindy to subscribe. The Tonto Times, a monthly newsletter by the TVA, is released on the 1st of every month. To contribute to the newsletter, please get in touch with Cindy Prowant. Ensure images are provided in JPG or PNG format. Articles should not exceed 100 words with an 11pt font size. Submit articles by the 20th of the preceding month. For inquiries, contact Cindy Prowant at the TVA Office at 480.471.2582 ext. 300 or email Cindy@TontoVerde.com.
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Local Happenings and Church Information
2025 UPCOMING EVENTS
January 13, 2025, 4:00 pm Comedian Kenn Kington. Kenn has had 6 comedy specials, appeared on Comedy Central and Netflix, and is currently one of the most-played comics on XM Radio. He has a new Dry Bar special, an award-winning comedy on Amazon Prime, and has appeared on Focus. All are welcome to this free event. No registration is needed.
January 25, 2025, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm Women’s Retreat with Diane Millis “Our Untold Stories” Join us to develop your capacity to author a story that more closely reflects who you are and who God is calling you to become. Registration is required; email assistant@verdefaith.org. The cost is $25, payable at the door. All are welcome.
January 27, 2025, 4:00 pm Speaker Gen. David Fridovich, “Choosing to Serve,” David was on a journey of self- discovery as he pursued what became a fulfilling career as a professional soldier. The conversation we’ll have will involve his sharing discoveries in search of an answer along his chosen path, which spanned over 37 years. All are welcome to this free event. No registration is needed.
February 3, 2025, 4:00 pm Speaker Sarah Kearney “Blue Zones” Sarah is the Executive Director of the Blue Zones project in Scottsdale. What does it take to live healthier and longer? Genetics plays a role, but lifestyle is a more reliable predictor. Five regions of the world have been designated as “Blue Zones,” where people have consistently lived to be more than 100 years old. Individuals in these areas have been found to engage in activities and habits that lead to a higher quality of life as they age . . . All are welcome to this free event. No registration is needed. 28 | LOCAL
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CASINO NIGHT AT THE RIO VERDE COUNTRY CLUB
SUNDAY MASS: ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC MISSION CELEBRATES MASS AT 10:00 AM EVERY SUNDAY St. Dominic Catholic Mission celebrates Mass at 10:00 AM every Sunday. The new Secretary / Bookkeeper, Leslie Rugh, is in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Office phone: 480.471.2112. New email address: stdominicmission@outlook.com. Website: www.stdominicmission.org. After hours or in an emergency, contact Joanne Wamer, Parish Life Coordinator, at 480.490.8955. SUNDAY WORSHIP: Join us for worship services every Sunday at 8:30 AM, either in person or via live stream. All services are recorded and can be accessed at any time on our website, verdefaith.org. For inquiries, please contact our Office Manager, Judy Stansbury, at judy@verdefaith.org or call 480.471.7239. Office hours are from 9 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday. SPIRITUAL THEMES IN LITERATURE… The Spiritual Themes in Literature book discussions are held monthly. Pastor Cathy Northrup is the discussion leader. Here are the books and discussion dates for the next seven months. 2025 January: Saving Simon February: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store March: Covenant of Water April: A Time for Mercy
Tonto Verde residents are invited to the Casino Night at the Rio Verde Country Club on Friday, January 24, 2025 Sundance Room | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM The CRC, in partnership with the Rio Verde Country Club, is hosting an exciting Casino Night. Why go to Vegas when you can have fun right here in Rio Verde? Please join your friends and neighbors for an evening of gaming and fun! Casino Games will include Blackjack, Craps, and Roulette. Winnings will be paid out with chances to win exciting prizes donated by local businesses and individuals. Cash Bar with signature cocktails $40.00 per person, payable at signup. Register here. *Note - dinner is not included with the Casino Night ticket. If you would like to dine at the Box Bar Grille, you will need to set up a Tonto Reciprocal Social Membership, which is required to purchase drinks from the bar at the Rio Verde clubhouse during casino night. Click here for the form.
May: I Lived to Tell the World June: The Heart of a Soldier July: Whither Thou Goest August: The Women September: Saints of Feather and Fang
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