SWEET TREAT: The new Yollipop frozen yogurt store at The Falls at Ocotillo in Southern Chandler has a wide variety of classic and unusual serve-yourself flavors. STSN photos.
Yollipop’s festival of frozen treats: Pages 43, 45
Tombstone history book has Gilbert connection; K9 competition challenges tail-waggers: Page 43
‘MomDocs’ move to new location: Pages 43, 46
Chandler brings in the suds: Page 46
Free wine-tasting at D’Vine; Car show benefits ICAN 164; Science showcased at two downtown venues; Learn about landscape, irrigation: Page 47
Hamilton grad Miss America finalist; Run helps cure breast cancer: Page 48
Run to help ill siblings: Page 49
New design packages offered by Interiors Remembered; Learn more about Chandler at Centennial night; Grammy winners defy single-genre success; Police, fire hold open houses: Page 50
Tempe event benefits Gilbert animal rescue; AAUW holds scholarship fundraiser; SuperKarts race to help students; RAD throws blast from past: Page 51
Chandler Relay for Life teams forming; Carnival promises four days of fun; Be mindful of hearing loss: Page 53
CGCC students, employees hit the streets to serve
More than 350 Chandler-Gilbert Community College students, faculty and staff will go “Into the Streets” from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fri. and Sat., Feb. 24 and 25 to make a difference in surrounding communities.
“Into the Streets” is a college project designed to provide community service opportunities and enrich the classroom experience by directly connecting that service back to the curriculum and assignments.
Participants will help more than 25 local nonprofit agencies and organizations associated with education, homelessness, senior adults, youth, wildlife and disabled services.
Students will be serving at elementary schools and senior centers in Chandler and Mesa, as well as the Chandler-Gilbert ARC, United Food Bank, YMCA, and the Riparian Preserve.
For more information, call CGCC’s Service Learning Department at 480-732-7069.
New fitness concept to Promenade
Memberships are available for pre-sale for $10 a month for Youfit Health Clubs, opening around March 2, pending final construction, in the former Good Food Market at The Promenade at Fulton Ranch on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Alma School roads in Southern Chandler.
The Chandler location will be the fourth in the Valley to open under founder Rick Berks, who also created the nationally-known Planet Fitness. Berks, no longer with Planet Fitness, says his new concept includes month to month memberships instead of long-term contracts; no “huge bodybuilders, gym rats or singles scenes; no pressure to join; and no carbon footprint.
“These may be the ‘greenest’ gyms in America,” he says. “The floors, for example, are made of recycled tires or Nike ‘grind’ – old sneakers.”
Berks says Youfit Health Clubs are for “the rest of us.”
“These are clubs for people who aren’t planning to enter bodybuilding championships, and who aren’t there to meet a member of the opposite sex. And the fees are probably the lowest you’ll ever see for a first-rate fitness club.”
He adds the “Youfit” name is meant to convey the message that anyone can “fit” in, “without feeling uncomfortable and without feeling pressure from pushy salespeople.”
Berks, a successful entrepreneur and former police officer, plans to open another half a dozen clubs in Arizona this year.
In addition, Stephanie Bugno, marketing director for the Promenade’s RED Development, LLC, says Youfit “stocks its clubs with hundreds of machines, many of which are equipped with their own TV.” She says for those in a hurry, Youfit has a 30-minute Express Circuit set up for both cardio and resistance training workouts.
Bugno says other shops at the Promenade include Madison Avenue Salon & Day Spa; Ocotillo Pilates, which offers six free Ballet Barre classes with the purchase of a private instruction package; and V’s Barbershop, along with the new Amalfi Pizzeria, Blu Burger Grille, Cork, Frio Mio, Kids Incorporated Learning Centers, Maduro’s Fine Cigars, Massage Envy, My Sister’s Attic, Sun Lakes Nails, Swan Cleaner, The Good Egg and Z-Ultimate Self Defense Studios.
For more information about at the Promenade, visit www.fultonranchshopping.com. Memberships are $19.99 per month for unlimited access to all Youfit locations, unlimited guest privileges and half-price drinks; or $10 a month for unlimited club use. Both memberships include a Youfit T-shirt and an annual fee of $29.99.
The Chandler Youfit is under construction at 4991 S. Alma School Rd., and club hours will be 5 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday; and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. For more information on joining Youfit Health Clubs, visit www.youfithealthclubs.com.
Neighborhood Networks
Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly meeting you would like listed in Neighborhood Networks, email complete details to News@SanTanSun.com. Note: The SanTan Sun News now has a Spiritual Connections column in the Spirituality section for ongoing religious-related events.
About Care
Monthly volunteer training
2-3:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month
A nonprofit serving homebound Chandler and Gilbert residents; provides transportation, shopping and errands, friendly visits, reassurance phone calls, minor home repairs.
Info: 480-802-2331, www aboutcare.org.
Absolute Business Builders-Business Networking International
8-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Chompies
3841 W. Frye Rd., Chandler
Info: Nikki Janulewicz, 480-570-1835 or Nikki@NewDoorNewLife.com
Action Networkers-Business Networking International
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays
Chompies
3841 W. Frye Rd., Chandler
Contact: Marty Recht 602-315-2056, or Marty@AZMarty.com
Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter – Gilbert
1:30-3 p.m. first and third Friday of each month
Support group for caregivers of people with dementia. Free; no preregistration required.
First United Methodist Church of Gilbert
331 S. Cooper Rd., Gilbert
Info: Mindy at 602-528-0545, ext. 201
American Legion James O. Schroeder Post 55
Sun Lakes Country Club, Navajo Room
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd.
Info: Commander Schneider at 480-883-0122
American Society of Women Accountants – Mesa East Valley Chapter
Fourth Tuesday of each month
National professional nonprofit organization holds monthly networking and educational sessions helping women in accounting achieve their full personal, professional and economic potential and contribute to the future development of their profession.
Landmark Restaurant
809 W. Main St., Mesa
Info: www.aswa-mev.org
Arizona Business Connection
7-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays
This networking and referral group holds breakfast meetings and conducts monthly open houses at an ABC member’s business. Guests are free.
Dobson Ranch Golf Course Restaurant
2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa
Info: Danny at dbalanon@sjfowler.com, or 602-363-0147 to verify location.
Arizona Special Education Network
Chandler area
AzSEN partners with parents and community organizations to provide disability related education, advocacy and resources. The organization specializes in helping parents navigate the complex special education system.
Info: LADT73@msn.com or 480-296-9585, www.azspecednetwork.org
Beta Sigma Phi – Preceptor Phi
International women’s organization helping women to connect with each other and help others
Info: Susan Baker at 480-802-0215, www.betasigmaphi.org
BNI Chapter South East Valley Networkers (SEVN)
12-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Cantina Laredo
2150 E. Williams Field Rd., Bldg. 16, Suite 123, Gilbert
Industry-specific referral and networking group with the motto, “Givers gain.” Cost is $3 for food.
Info: www.bniarizona.com/viewChapter/8431870
Business Referral Exchange Worldwide (BREW)
12-1:30 p.m. first and third Thursday of each month
Industry-specific referral and networking group
Holiday Inn
1600 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa
Info: Jeremy McClymonds at 480-444-2228, www.BREWus.com
Build Your Own Business – Chandler
8 a.m. Thursdays
East Valley networking and referral organization
Info: www.byobnet.org
Chandler Airport Commission
7 p.m. second Wednesday of the month
The Commission makes recommendations to City Council regarding airport operations, physical growth, economic development and proposed land use.
Chandler Municipal Airport terminal
2380 S. Stinson Way, Chandler
Info: 480-782-3540
Chandler Business Alliance
7:30-8:30 a.m. Thursdays
Local business networking group
The Egg & I Café
2625 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler
Info: Vince Kame at 480-782-7831
Chandler Care Givers
1-3 p.m. first Friday of each month
Arts & Crafts Center in the Ocotillo Room, Oakwood Country Club, Sun Lakes
Meetings offer a relaxed atmosphere for those who care for family members and want a place to share their concerns and to gather information, serving the Southern Chandler area including Ocotillo, Sun Lakes, Sunbird, Springfield and Fulton Ranch areas. Guests receive a gift bear for attending.
Info: 480-688-6845 or www.ChandlerCareGivers.com.
Chandler Horizon Rotary
6:50 a.m. every Wednesday
Cibola Room, Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort
1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler
This dynamic chapter of Rotary International welcomes local businessmen and women for fellowship and fun with projects to give back to the community.
Info: Marty Herder at 602-295-7883 or www.chandlerhorizonrotary.org
Chandler Lions Club
6:30 p.m. first and third Tuesdays of the month
“We Serve” the community; area residents are invited to come join like-minded volunteers and make new friends.
Atria Chandler Villas, Community Room
101 S. Yucca, Chandler
Info: RuthJon Wick, 480-895-3569 or az1ruthjon@q.com
Chandler Ojo Rojo Lions Club
6:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. through May
The Egg and I
Southwest corner of Queen Creek and Dobson, Chandler
Info: John Olson, olsonjd@cox.net
Chandler Republican Women’s Club
7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month
Boys & Girls Club-Compadre Branch
300 E. Chandler Blvd., Chandler
All residents are welcome.
Info: Carol Clesceri, 602-677-8147
Chandler Rotary Club
Noon every Tuesday
Dynamic, service-oriented group meeting for fellowship, lunch and informative programs on topics of global and local importance.
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort
1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler
Info: Kevin Dempsey, 480-216-2849, www.chandler-rotary.org
Chandler Young Professionals – Kiwanis
6-8 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays of the month
For busy professionals who volunteer to primarily help the children of the world.
Mimi’s Café
2800 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler
Info: Jeremy McClymonds at 480-444-2228
Childfree Friends
First Thursday and third Saturday of the month
Times and locations vary
Fun social club giving couples and singles without children an opportunity to meet one another and participate in a variety of activities.
Info: www.childfree.meetup.com/274
Christian Business Networking, Tri-City Chapter – Chandler, Tempe, Mesa
7:15 a.m. Thursdays
Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.
Crackers & Co. Café
535 W. Iron Ave., Mesa
Info: 480-425-0624 or www.christianbusinessnetworking.com
Countryman Chapter of the Korean War Veterans Association
Call for times and dates
Sun Lakes Country Club, Friendship Room
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: 480-895-2651
Curiosity Meet Event
7-9 p.m. third Tuesday of the month
An evening of enjoyment, relaxation and enlightenment. Get an intro to the Personal Enrichment class. The causes of many emotional and physical problems will be discussed, along with methods to ease stress, anxiety, fears, anger, insomnia, aches and pains. Free; reservations required.
Tumbleweed Recreational Center
745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-649-9714, www.AZPersonalEnrichment.com
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Gila Butte Chapter of Sun Lakes
Third Wednesday of each month
For direct descendants of patriots of the American Revolution.
Info: 480-802-5765 or www.gilabuttedar.org.
District 21 Republicans
7 p.m. second Wednesday of the month
Open to anyone living in Legislative District 21.
Chandler Boys & Girls Club
300 E. Chandler Blvd., Chandler
Info: Jerry, 480-963-0750
East Valley Diversity & Minority Business Development Breakfast Group
7:30-8:30 a.m., third Thursday of the month
Free networking meeting
Maricopa Workforce Connection
735 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert
Info: Dr. Prayag Narayan Misra, 480-814-1372; wwti@aol.com
East Valley Entrepreneurs
Noon-1:30 p.m. Thursdays, biweekly, call for date
Valley professionals from various businesses actively refer business and clients to one another
Dobson Restaurant
2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa
Info: Matthew Coates, 602-332-3321
East Valley Job Club
6-7:30 p.m. Mondays
Free group supporting the success of its members by talking candidly about job searching and career advancement. Open to the public.
Room 325, South Campus
Epiphany Lutheran Church
800 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-559-3094, evjobclub@gmail.com, www.twitter.com/evjc
East Valley Marines
6:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month
Marine Corps League Detachment 1296; all Marines and FMF Corpsmen welcome. Marines helping Marines through social and charitable projects.
9240 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: 480-883-9393 or www.eastvalleymarines.org
East Valley’s – Be There
6-8:30 p.m. third Thursday of every month
Free business professional networking group connecting for career opportunities, new business ventures, consulting and expertise requests, business introductions and relations and new friendships. Individuals in career transitions and business professionals from surrounding cities welcome.
Grace Inn
10831 S. 51st St., Phoenix
Info: www.evbtvpweb.com
Happy Hour Book Club
6:30 p.m., first Tuesday of every month
Women’s book club meeting once monthly for Happy Hour at various East Valley locales to discuss fictional books of substance.
Info: hhbc@cox.net, www.hhbookclub.blogspot.com
ICAN Kids and Coffee
4:30 p.m. third Wednesday of the month
Community members and leaders, businesses and civic groups are invited to learn more about ICAN, receive a tour and have a cup of coffee.
ICAN
201 S. Washington St., Chandler
Info and RSVP: 480-821-4207 or info@icanaz.org
Kiwanis Club of Chandler
Noon Tuesdays
A global organization of volunteers dedicated primarily to helping the children of the world.
Iguana Mack’s
1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-820-9453 or email kiwanislew@cox.net
LeTip Tempe Professionals
6-8 p.m. Wed., Feb. 29
Learn how to grow your business and put “dollars in your pocket at this business mixer.
Fired Up Grill
7131 W. Ray Rd., Suite 45, Chandler
There is a fee for lunch. Bring 75 business cards.
Info: Loretta Love Huff, 602-535-1290 or coachloretta@emeraldharvest.com
M.O.M.S.
9-11 a.m. one Monday a month
For stay-at-home mothers with children ages newborn to elementary-school age, M.O.M.S. offers many ways to get involved, including a monthly meeting with speakers, playgroups and Moms’ Mornings Out. No registration required. Child care is available with preregistration and a small fee for children 5 years and younger.
Cornerstone Christian Fellowship
1595 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: 480-726-8000 or csmoms@hotmail.com
MOMS Club of Chandler East
For stay-at-home moms who live between McQueen and Gilbert roads and between Chandler and Ocotillo roads; see blog for full boundaries.
Playgroups, park days, special outings for kids, a monthly moms’ night out and more.
Info: www.momsclubchandlereast.blogspot.com, momsclubchandlereast@gmail.com
MOMS Club of Chandler San Tan
For stay-at-home moms who live between McQueen and Greenfield roads and between Ocotillo Road and Hunt Highway.
Weekly get-togethers, outings for moms and kids, moms’ night out and more.
Info: www.momsclubchandlersantan.webs.com, momsclubchandlersantan@gmail.com
MOMS Club of Chandler/Ocotillo North
For stay-at-home moms who live between Dobson and McQueen roads and between Queen Creek and Ocotillo roads.
Age-appropriate playgroups, fun weekly activities, monthly Recipe Club and moms’ night out, plus community support events throughout the year.
Info: www.momsclubchandlerocotillonorth.com, ocotillonorth@yahoo.com
MOMS Club of Chandler/Ocotillo South
For stay-at-home moms who live between Price and McQueen roads and between Ocotillo Road and Hunt Highway.
Monthly kids’ activities, weekly age-appropriate playgroups, special outings and a monthly moms’ night out.
Info: www.members.cox.net/fun.net/momsocosk, ocotillosouth@yahoo.com
Mom-e Club Chandler
Second Wednesday morning each month
Monthly networking group designed for local mom or dad entrepreneurs to build business relationships and learn from others in similar situations.
The Egg & I
2625 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler
Info: Tisha Marie Pelletier at 480-219-1356 or www.mom-eclub.com
Mom-e Club Gilbert
Free monthly networking group designed for local mom or dad entrepreneurs to build business relationships and learn from others in similar situations.
Your Accountant’s Office
4140 E. Baseline Road, Suite 101-111, Mesa
Info: www.mom-eclub.com
Mom-e Club Mesa
8:30 a.m. fourth Wednesday each month
Free monthly networking group designed for local mom or dad entrepreneurs to build business relationships and learn from others in similar situations.
The Egg & I Cafe
2823 N. Power Rd., Suite 101, Mesa
Info: www.mom-eclub.com
National Charity League, Inc., San Tan Chapter
NCL fosters mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. Daughters must currently be in sixth through ninth grade.
Info: Gwen Rusk at gwenkcr@q.com; www.nclsantan.org or www.nationalcharityleague.org
Neighbors Who Care
1 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month: New Volunteer Orientation at Lecky Arts & Community Center, Maricopa County Library, Ed Robson Branch Library
9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes Caregiver discussion group 1 p.m. Mondays at Risen Savior Lutheran Church
Grassroots nonprofit serving homebound elderly in Southern Chandler and Sun Lakes since 1995.
Info: 480-895-7133, nwcvolmgr@gmail.com, www.neighborswhocare.com
Ocotillo Area Leads Group
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. every other Thursday
Lunchtime networking forum for Chandler-area professionals, entrepreneurs or salespeople
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
1035 W. Queen Creek Rd., southwest corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads, Chandler
Info: Marsha Sandoval at 480-628-0467 or mks1@cox.net; www.ocotilloleadsgroup.com
Ocotillo Breakfast Club Toastmasters
8-9 a.m. Wednesdays
A weekly “learn by doing” workshop on public speaking and leadership abilities; new members welcome
Gold Canyon Candle
6205 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler
Info: www.ocotillo.freetoasthost.ws; info@ocotillo.freetoasthost.ws
Ocotillo Chamber of Commerce
7:15 a.m. every Thursday morning for breakfast
Ocotillo Golf Resort
3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler
Monthly golf outings at Ocotillo Golf Resort
Monthly happy hours at different locations in the Ocotillo area
A professional membership organization dedicated to advancing the local economy through business development in the Ocotillo area in Chandler.
Info: 602-910-3035, info@ocotillochamber.com, www.ocotillochamber.com
Ocotillo Women’s League (OWL)
11:30 a.m. third Monday of each month
Nonprofit social organization whose members reside in or near Ocotillo
Members enjoy camaraderie, work on community service projects and engage in daytime and evening activities.
Bernard’s at Ocotillo Golf Resort
3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler
Info: www.owlsgroup.org
P.A.N.I.C. (Parent Autism Network In Chandler)
6-8 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month
Support group for Chandler families with loved ones in the autism spectrum, featuring guest speakers, family nights, meet-and-greets and open discussion.
Info: Kate at kmcintosh05@yahoo.com
Phoenix Allergy Network
Food allergy support group for families.
Banner Desert Medical Center, Ocotillo Room, Education Center
1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa
Info: www.phoenixallergynetwork.org
Professional Referral Organization (PRO)
7:30 a.m. Tuesdays
Offers business professionals the opportunity to network, create a sales staff for networking, get referrals to new, prequalified prospects, share ideas with other business owners and participate and grow with like-minded people. Visitors welcome.
M & I Bank
1755 S. Greenfield Rd., Mesa
Info: 480-924-1001 or www.goproaz.org
Profit Producers Chapter of Business Network International
11:30 a.m. Thursdays
BNI is among the largest business networking organizations in the world, offering members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals.
Iguana Mack’s
1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: Dan Sleezer, 602-859-2804 or DSLeezer@MaddysPoolStore.com.
Red Hatters of Arizona
March 24: First annual convention: “Sparkle in the Desert,” sponsored by Chapeaux Rouge and Desert Ya-Ya’s. Cost is $55 per person.
Oakwood County Club
24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: 480-802-8521, 480-883-0354, cjsunlakes@msn.com or queenred@wbhsi.com
Scandinavian Club
Next: 5 p.m. Sun., Feb. 19
Guest: Gordy “Crazy Fingers” Lindquist on piano
Arizona Room Sun Lakes Country Club Phase I
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: 480-895-2255
SMART Recovery
7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Free nonprofit, face-to-face peer support group designed to address addictive behaviors. SMART meetings will offer tools to enhance motivation to abstain, cope with urges, manage thoughts, feeling and behaviors and develop a balanced lifestyle.
The Grove
2777 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler
Info: www.smartrecovery.org
Soroptimist International of the San Tans
Noon-1 p.m. Thursdays
Service club for women business owners and professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for women and families. Call ahead for a reservation.
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort
1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler
Info: 602-999-1410 or www.si-santans.org or siofsantans@yahoo.com
Southeast Valley Branch AAUW
7 p.m. Mon., Feb. 20
Gene Lariviere, M.D., presents “Taking Alcohol to Heart.” Lariviere, who writes a wine newsletter, retired in 2005, making Sun Lakes his winter home. He returns to New Hampshire in the winter to teach continuing education classes, mostly on historical and wine related topics. Nonmembers welcome.
Sunsets Restaurant at Oakwood County Club
24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: annbaumrind@msn.com
South East Valley Business and Professional Women’s Organization
Call for meeting times and dates.
Iguana Mack’s
1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler
Info: Rose Pachura, 480-802-0775
Southeast Valley Women’s Club
10:30 a.m. first Thursday every month
Nonprofit, nondenominational, nonpolitical and volunteer-run social club of women wanting to meet other women, including women new to the area or who have recently quit their job or retired. Annual dues $25.
Gilbert Historical Museum
10 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert
Info: Sylvia, 480-821-8693
Suggesting and Empowering the Vision of Entrepreneurial Networking (S.E.V.E.N.) – Chandler
Networking group for women entrepreneurs
7 p.m. Tuesdays
The Dinner A’Fare
4040 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 23, Chandler
Networking group for women entrepreneurs – Latino chapter – English and Spanish
9-10:15 a.m. Thursdays
Paletas Betty
96 W. Boston St., Chandler
Info: Karen Joseph, KJoseph@S-E-V-E-N.org; www.s-e-v-e-n.org
Sun Lakes Chamber of Commerce
11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. third Tuesday every month
Network, lunch and learn at this free meeting. Guest may join under the association’s 30-Day Trail Membership Program by visiting www.SunLakesChamber.com and clicking on “Join Us.”
Poolside Café at Oakwood Country Club
24215 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: 602-910-3035
Sun Lakes Democratic Club
7 p.m. second Monday of every month
Nonperishable food items are welcomed at every meeting for donation to Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank nearby.
Sun Lakes Country Club No. 1, Navajo Room
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: Ruth Kloner, 480-895-1378 or Grace Roth, 480-895-1734
Sun Lakes Parkinson’s Support Group
1 p.m. third Thursday of every month, Sept. through June
Sun Lakes Country Club, Mirror Room
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: Grace Roth, 480-895-1734; Susan Uhrich, 480-305-0031
Sun Lakes Republican Club
6:30 p.m. second Tuesday of every month
Sun Lakes Country Club No. 1, Arizona Room
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes
Info: Mike Tennant, 480-802-0178
Teen Education Encouragement Networking and Support (TEENS) 4 Teens
6-7:30 p.m. first and third Thursdays of every month
Offers support and guidance to teen moms and their babies, focusing on preventing or postponing subsequent pregnancies until personal goals are met and promoting positive parenting.
Morrison Building, Chandler Regional Medical Center
1875 W. Frye Rd., Chandler
Info: Lindsay Robertson, 480-728-3918
Top Gun Networking – Leads Group
Twice monthly meetings
Welcoming East Valley professionals from various industries who want to grow their businesses.
Info: Eddie, 480-963-3313 or eddie.lopez@sentry.com
Weeders Garden Club
9:30 a.m. second Thursday of each month from September through May,
Cottonwood Country Club, 25630 Brentwood Dr., Phoenix Room, Sun Lakes
March 8: Traveling gardener, writer Linda Larson discusses trees and their importance in our lives and gardens. New members welcome. Annual membership cost is $25.
Info: Janice Giachino, 480-895-5509 or Beth Kirkpatrick, 480-275-4833, or www.weedersgc.org
Weight Loss Support Group
7 p.m. Tuesdays or when convenient
Offers accountability partners and nutritional support for weight loss. Will coach through a nutritional cleanse program for weight loss.
Meetings held in Ocotillo residence; call or email for location
Info: Robert Schile, 480-664-4843 or email robschile@cox.net
Widows Social Group
7 p.m. second Sunday of the month
Open to widows of any age in the Chandler area who want to get out and have fun.
Cottonwood Ceramics Room in Sun Lakes
Info: Sally Grazian, 480-895-5400
Women’s Exchange
6:30 p.m. greet and potluck; 7 p.m. meeting; fourth Thursday of the month.
Feb. 23: Hear Naturopathic Physician Renee Pierce discuss “whole body health and give practical ideas on appropriate use of complementary, alternative medicine.”
Everyone in the Sun Lakes, Ocotillo area and East Valley welcome.
Cost is $10 or $5 if you bring a dish to share at the potluck.
Cottonwood Country Club, 25630 S. Brentwood Dr., Room A-8, Sun Lakes
Info: Sherrian Beagle, 480-895-1538, thinkpink@qwest.net
Women on a Mission to Earn Commission
Lunch second and fourth Wednesday of each month
Women-only networking group offers a social, stress-free networking atmosphere for successful businesswomen who want to grow their business. RSVP requested; guests welcome.
Cantina Laredo at SanTan Village Market
2150 E. Williams Field Rd., Gilbert
Info: Renee S. at 480-258-0583
