Activities: Special (2018-2019 Winter Season) Additional Details COMPLETE: Woodshop Cleanup: (01-02-19) COMPLETE (From SEPO E-News ) This coming Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 8 am is our monthly shop clean up day. Hope you an make it. Thanks, Cathy **************** Birding and Nature Annual Bird Count: (01-05-19) COMPLETE From Newsletter (Jan 2019): The annual Christmas Bird Count will be held on Saturday, January 5 this year. The bird count is held throughout the U.S. It is an attempt to monitor the numbers and types birds found in the United States. Our club has been assigned a specific area to monitor. We will assemble in front of the Warner's house (4117 N. Minnesota) at 7 a.m. to divide into groups. A knowledgeable birder will be assigned to each group. He or she will need a notetaker, and counters to assist. There will not be lots of walking in this activity. Join us if you are interested. From SEPO E-News (01-03-19): If you are interested in joining us for the Annual Bird Count, meet at the Warner's house (4117 Minnesota) at 6:45 on Saturday, January 5th. We will divide into groups and head out to count all the birds in the area. Each group will consist of an expert in identifying birds, spotters and counters, and a recorder. No expertise required in 3 of the four positions. We hope to see all of you at the pot luck. Results of our bird count will be reported. *************** Birding and Nature Potluck: (01-07-19) COMPLETE From SEPO E-News : There will be a community wide pot luck supper hosted by the Birding and Nature Club on January 7. Our speaker at this event will be Ranger George Garcia from Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Center. He is featured in an article on page 2 of today's (Dec. 16) Valley Morning Star. He should be an interesting and informative speaker. This event was not planned as a fund raiser although donations will be accepted. Plates, plastic eating utensils, tea and coffee will be provided. There will not be a sign up sheet. We want everyone to come for an evening of fellowship and to learn about the wildlife of South Texas. Just show up with your covered dish. Doors open at 4:30. Dinner at 5:00. From Newsletter (Jan 2019): Everyone is invited to the Birding and Nature Club's annual potluck dinner on Jan. 7. Doors open at 4:30 with the meal being served at 5 p.m. There is no need to sign up ahead of time and there is no cover fee. Plates, plastic utensils, tea and coffee will be provided. We request that you bring a dish to share. Ranger George from the Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge will be our guest speaker. His topic should be Wildlife Native to the RGV. Please, join us for an informative evening. Later in the spring, we will take a field trip to Laguna Atascosa. Our regular meeting time is the first Monday evening of the month at 7 p.m. in the library and is open to all Sunshine residents. From SEPO E-News (01-03-19): Just a reminder: The Birding and Nature Club is hosting a community wide Pot Luck on Monday, January 7. Doors open at 4:30 and serving begins at 5. A brief program will follow the meal. We hope to see all of you at the pot luck. Results of our bird count will be reported. *************** Woodturning: (01-09-19 & 01-16-19) COMPLETE (From SEPO E-News) Don’t Forget the Great Opportunity to Learn How to Turn Wood!! On January 9 and 16, there will be a wood turning class given at the SEPO Woodshop from 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. There is no need to sign up; simply show up. These classes present a great opportunity for SEPO residents to take on a new hobby that will amaze even the woodworker! Hoping to see you on January 9. We’ll send out another reminder for the January 16 class. Suzie Sawyer *************** Woodworkers' Spaghetti Dinner: (01-29-19) COMPLETE Location: Retzlaff Hall Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm, Woodworkers' Spaghetti Dinner Contact: Cathy Chajec Tickets went on sale Friday Jan.18. Only 250 tkts available, sells out fast, get your tickets early. $7 per ticket. Tkts available from your friendly Woodworkers. Carry outs and delivery available. (FROM FEB 2019 NEWSLETTER): Woodworkers’ News It’s nice to welcome back the late-comers who finally found their way to the Rio Grande Valley. Weather here certainly is better than it is in the northern states. And, business sure has picked up at the Woodshop. It is also amazing how supportive the people living in our development are of the woodworkers’ group. The Woodworkers’ Spaghetti Dinner on Tuesday, January 29, is going to be a SOLD OUT event once again. Our thanks to everyone who purchased tickets. The woodworkers look forward to serving you dinner on Tuesday. The woodworkers have held orientation classes for new woodworkers, refresher classes for monitors at the woodshop, and turning classes for people who want to make their own bowls, vases, and anything else that can be made on a lathe. The woodworkers have two meetings a month on the second and fourth Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the woodshop. February’s meetings will be held on the 8th and 22nd. Feel free to join us to meet a lot of great guys and gals, now that more women are getting involved. If you have visitors at your house, feel free to bring them to see woodshop because we believe SEPO has one of the best woodshops in the Rio Grande Valley! Again, thanks to everyone for ensuring that the Woodworkers’ Spaghetti Dinner will be another great success. Suzie Sawyer, President *************** Ladies' Golf Good Neighbor Golf Tournament Lunch (03-07/08-2019) COMPLETE (From SEPO E-News) Sent 01-31-2019: Good neighbor golf helpers - Next Wed Feb 6th I will need 4 or 5 kitchen helpers (after Women's Golf League) to help prep for our lunch stand during the GN Tournament. Please give me a call if you can give an hour of your time. 309 714 4743. Thanks in advance...Terry D. Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top *************** Sunshine Estates Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (GNGT): (02-07-19 thru 02-09-19) COMPLETE Back to Top (From SEPO E-News and Newsletter; Jan 2019) Just a quick reminder of the Good Neighbor Golf Tournament scheduled for Thursday Feb 7th through Saturday, February 9th, 2019. NOTE: The information concerning dates of registration was in error in the Jan 2019 Newsletter, so please see the corrected dates below. The cost to register is $50. This includes three days of play at our golf course, liquid refreshments during the event, door prizes, which include gift baskets and golf equipment prizes, golf tournament cash prizes and a great Awards dinner on Saturday evening. One of the best deals in the valley! Besides getting your registration money in early, players will be required to have a fun time. This will be the 34th annual Sunshine Estates Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (SSEGNGT). Please register early. Registration will commence on Thursday, January 10th through Saturday January 12th from 9:00am until 1:00pm daily in the library. Hope to see all the SEPO golfers participating in this fun event. Tony Tramel 2019 Chairperson for Good Neighbor Golf Tournament Cell 337-693-6344 (From SEPO E-News 01-10-19 : Sign Up Tomorrow We Only Have a Limited Number of Spots Left) Today was the first day to register, (from 9:00AM to 1:00PM,) for the Good Neighbor Golf Tournament in the SEPO Library. The golf tournament is scheduled for February 7th, 8th and 9th here at our golf course. We had a great day. We had 137 registrants today. The maximum number of golfers for the tournament is 160 players. That means there are only 23 spots left! After we reach our maximum of 160 players, we will create a standby list of players, in case someone is unable to play on the days of the tournament. Historically this has occurred on more than one occasion. This is a first come, first serve registration. Hope to see you at 9:00 AM tomorrow, Friday, January 11th, in the Office/Library area, if you wish to play / register for the GNGT. Tony Tramel Chairman of GNGT Cell 337-693-6344 (From SEPO E-News 01-11-19: 160 Player Roster Full BUT Standby Requests Remaining) We have completed registration for the 160 player event today. We are, however, accepting “standby requests”. The Standby list will be used to fill cancellations before the day of the event, and/or as substitute players during the tournament. Contact Jerry Wetherbee via email or phone to get on the Standby List. Email: jerry.wetherbee@gmail.com Cell: 425-418-3345 Tony Tramel Chairperson for GNGT Cell 337-693-6344 (From SEPO E-News 01-31 -19: Good Neighbor Gift Baskets) If you have a gift basket or draw prize to donate, please deliver them to: Janis McFee, 2028 W Michigan Dr., (Lion House), Ph# 651-271-8264 or call for pickup (From SEPO E-News 02-06-19: GNGT is a GO) The Good Neighbor Golf Tournament for 2019 will commence as scheduled for Thursday through Saturday. The Good Neighbor Golf Committee considered delaying the event. After discussions, however, of the pros and cons of delaying the event, there was a consensus, we may be able to get most, if not all, of the scheduled play in despite the uncertain weather forecast. The event is on ! Please get those great golf shots and putts tuned up. You will be required to have fun.The golf pairings are posted in the Library. Hit them long and straight. Tony Tramel 2019 GNGT Chairperson (From SEPO E-News 02-09-19 : Good Neighbor Golf Tournament Rounds for Saturday are Canceled) The scheduled 3rd day of the Good Neighbor Golf Tournament has been canceled due to weather conditions. It is too cold and wet today. The Awards Banquet is tonight at Retzlaff Hall for those who played and their paid guests. Doors will open at 5:15pm and serving is scheduled to begin at 5:30pm. As you enter the hall please select a seat where you want to enjoy your meal in order to ensure the place settings are maintained. We will have a full house tonight. We have had two great days of golf, (well maybe just one weather wise), and we will finish off with the Awards Banquet tonight. Tony Tramel GNGT Chairman (From SEPO E-News 02-09-19: Good Neighbor Golf Tournament Banquet - Additional Details) Drinks Before Dinner Tonight for GNGT Drinks that would have been available to you today had we played golf will be available beginning at 4:30 PM in the Pavilion area, prior to opening the Retzlaff Hall doors, at 5:15 PM for the Good Neighbor Golf Tournament Awards dinner. Tony Tramel GNGT Chairperson *************** Womens Golf Guest Day (02-13-19) COMPLETE (From SEPO E-News) Sent 01-31-19: Guest Day - The Women's Golf League is hosting their annual Guest Day Tournament on Wednesday, Feb. 13. There is a sign up sheet in the Lounge. If you are a member of the golf league and have a guest sign up for both of you. If you do not have a guest, sign up and we will match you with someone. Those of you who are not active League members are to sign up in the guest column and we will match you with a member. Sign up and pay $2 per person in provided envelope and put in Golf Box. Make sure you put your name or names on the envelop and amount enclosed. This is a fun day for all involved. The format will be a 4 or 6 person scramble team depending on how many sign up. We encourage all women golfers in our community to join in this event. We really do have a great time. I really encourage all of you who do not play in our league to come out and join us for this event. Meet in lounge at 8:45 for hole assignments, coffee, and treats. Play will begin at 9:30. There will be a salad luncheon following play in the Hall at 12:30. Members are providing the salads, desserts, or finger foods. If you have any questions call Donna Myers at 956 245 0188. (From SEPO E-News) Sent 02-08-19: W omens Golf Guest Day - Just another reminder to ladies living in Sunshine Country Club Estates. We welcome all ladies to play in our Golf League Guest Day Tournament on Wed. Feb 13th. Sign up sheet will be on bulletin board in Lounge until noon on Monday the 11th. $2 per person. Always a fun time so come and join us. Donna *************** Back to Top Back to Top Sunshine Nature and Birding Club Field Trip (02-25-19) COMPLETE The Sunshine Nature and Birding Club would like to invite everyone on a field trip/Picnic! Our destination is Estero Llano Grande State Park. There is no charge from Sunshine, but the park has a $5 entry fee per person. They also rent binoculars for $3. Our seasoned Nature and Birding Club members will be there and available to lead groups on a short or longer walk. This is a wildlife area so wear sturdy shoes for uneven ground. More information can be found on their website.. https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/estero-llano-grande We will LEAVE FROM the library AT 9:00 a.m. SHARP, on February 25th, Monday. Please bring your own lunch, drink and you may want to bring lawn chairs as seating is limited at the park. A sign up sheet will be in the library soon. If you have questions feel free to call Club secretary, Irene 214 549 3993. If I don't know the answer I will find it. We hope you can join us! Irene Phillips From SEPO E-News (02-20-19) Just a reminder: The Sunshine Birding and Nature Club has invited everyone on a field trip/picnic. Our destination is Estero Llano Grande State Park. There is no charge from Sunshine, but the park has a $5 entry fee per person. They, also, rent binoculars for $3 if you forget yours. Our seasoned club members will be there to lead groups on short or longer walks. This is a wildlife area, so sturdy shoes are recommended (no sandals). We will leave from the library at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, February 25. Carpooling is encouraged. Please, bring your own lunch, drink, binoculars, perhaps a lawn chair as seating is limited at the park. A sign up sheet is in the library. You're welcome to come even if you forget to sign up. Jean Burgoine *************** Men's Golf League Tournament (Rescheduled to 03-11-19 & 03-12-19) (Yearly on different dates) COMPLETE Contact: Mark Owen Date(s): Rescheduled to March 11 & 12, 2019 (due to weather) Time: See posting in Library for your times of play Location: Sunshine Golf Course Details: There is a sign up sheet on the Men's Golf bulletin board. If you are planning to play in the tournament, please place a check mark beside your name by the end of the day on Friday, March 1st. (From SEPO E-News 02-28-2019: Men's Golf Tournament) Due to the impending nasty weather on next Monday and Tuesday ( 3/4 & 3/5), the Men's Golf Tournament Will be postponed until the following Monday and Tuesday (3/11 & 3/12). The regular Tuesday Men's Golf will be available for those hearty souls that wish to play on March 5th. Mark Owen President SCCE Men's Golf *************** Men's Golf League Awards Banquet (03-15-19) (Yearly on different dates) COMPLETE Contact: Mark Owen Date: March 15, 2019 Time: 5:00 pm - to last man standing Location: Pavilion (if nice), Retzlaff Hall (if bad weather) Details: For all Men's Golf League Tournament Members Food & Drink will be provided at no charge Tournament awards will be presented. *************** St. Pat's Day Party (03-17-19) (Yearly) COMPLETE Contact: Derek McFee Location: Pavilion Time: 4 PM Details: Please bring finger food to share with your friends and neighbors. Liquid refreshment will be provided ( until the well runs dry! ). Have Fun !!! Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top From SEPO E-News (02-28-19): Mark Your Calendar! You are all invited to attend the St. Pat's Day Celebration on Sunday, March 17. Be sure to have your Green on. The fun starts at 4 PM in the Pavilion. Please bring finger food to share with your friends and neighbors. Liquid refreshment will be provided (until the well runs dry! ). Hope to see you there. Derek McFee From SEPO E-News (03-08-19): REMINDER - You are all invited to attend the St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Sunday, March 17th starting at 4 PM in the Pavilion. Be sure to have your Green on. Sue-Bob Swidryk is furnishing a keg of beer. After that you are on your own concerning drinks. Please bring finger food to share with your friends and neighbors. Hope to see you all there !!! Derek McFee From SEPO E-News (03-17-19): St Patty's Party - Due to weather, St. Patrick’s party will be held in Retzlaf Hall. Come at 4:00. Beer and margueritas (while they last). Bring “happy hour“ type foods. WEAR YOUR GREEN and let your inner LEPRECHAUN loose!! Janis & Derek McFee *************** Back to Top Big Can Collection in Library (02-25-19 to 03-22-19) COMPLETE From SEPO E-News (02-20-19) Can we build a pyramid of cans in the Library? Loaves & Fishes gratefully welcomes our donations of gallon size cans of fruit & vegetables. Please bring your cans to the Library February 25th – March 22nd. Thank you in advance for your generous donation. Lorraine Lewis & Eileen Anderson This was the Pyramid as of 7 PM Thursday night, Feb. 28. Come on Everyone - We can do better than this !!! Look - the Pyramid has grown. This was as of March 10. I think we can still do better than this !!! From SEPO E-News (03-19-19): BIG CAN COLLECTION ending soon Time is running out on building the pyramid of cans for Loaves and Fishes. Wednesday, March 20, is the last day. You’ve done well. Let’s top it off. Lorraine From SEPO E-News (03-30-19): Thanks A big thank you to the generous people that gave to the BIG CAN drive to benefit Loaves and Fishes. Also thanks to Frank Tewell for arranging for Loaves and Fishes to come and pick them up. We had between 85 to 100 cans. Lorraine and Eileen *************** Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament (03-22-19 & 03-23-19) AND Dinner (03-23-19) COMPLETE Contact: Gus Elliott Location: Sunshine Golf Course & Retzlaff Hall Time: For Golfing - TBD For Dinner - TBD Details: Teams will be made up of -- guess -- yes, one male and one female. Play will follow typical scramble format, although rules will be published to avoid any confusion. Golf Fee is $20. Dinner Only is $11. Three sign-up sheets will be posted in the lounge on March 5th. A team list, for a Guy and a Doll who already know they will play as a team, and fees will be tendered immediately upon signup. (cash) A second list, for an unmatched GUY A third list, for an unmatched DOLL. And, a fourth list, for any Sunshine residents who do not play in the tournament but wish to attend the dinner only . The second and third (unmatched) lists will include space for phone numbers so that teams can be arranged by the individuals. Fees will not be paid until a team is established and the ‘team’ list is signed, and names scratched from the ‘unmatched’ lists. Dinner and awards for CTP and score will take place on Saturday (March 23), early evening. The food served, (pre-plated buffet style) will be provided by Dave's BBQ on Commerce street. The $20 golf fee includes the dinner. Residents who wish to come for the ‘dinner only’ are certainly welcome for a cost of $11. Keep your eyes on the Bulletin Boards in the Library and other Community News sources for any further details. (Questions? Gus Elliott 618-377-2813) From SEPO E-News (03-12-19): GUYS and DOLLS Golf Tournament -----Hurrry up - Hurry UP !! In just a few days registration for the Guys and Dolls Golf Tournament will end !!!!! Last Day to sign up is Friday March 15th before 7:00 p.m. Sign up in the Lounge. Please remember--Cash only, and please print clearly on the envelope. Warren Hertel From SEPO E-News (03-22-19): IMPORTANT NOTICE GUY AND DOLLS TOURNAMENT - IMPORTANT - ALL OF THE GOLF COURSE IS OFF-LIMITS FOR PRACTICE THE DAYS OF THE TOURNAMENT-- NO EXCEPTIONS Warren Hertel ************** Back to Top Back to Top Crafty Creations Club Class: Lighthouse (03-18-19): COMPLETE (03-29-19): COMPLETE Contact: Heidi Dill Location: Retzlaff Hall Time: There will be two classes to create your first Craft - First Class: Monday, March 18 from 1-3 PM Second Class: Friday, March 29 from 10 AM to Noon Details: First project will be a Clay Pot Lighthouse. The picture below is the large model. Cost is $50. You may also create a smaller model for a cost of $40. Signup begins in the Library at 9 AM on Monday, Feb 25 and ends Friday, Mar 1. Each class is limited to the first 25 people who are registered and paid (cash only). If you do not pay immediately when signing up the next person on the list takes your spot. Hope to see you at the class. From SEPO E-News (02-25-19): Just a reminder that signup for the Crafty Creations Class started this morning at 9 AM in the Library. All the info you need to make your craft choice is posted both there and here on the Web site. Sign up early as class size is limited. We're going to have LOTS OF FUN !! -Heidi Dill :0] From SEPO E-News (03-01-19): Hey there! Thanks so much to all those who have completed your form and prepaid for the Clay Pot Lighthouse class! We still have room for more students. Therefore, I have extended registration to continue until Monday, March 4th at 4:00pm. Don’t wait!!! Heidi Dill ************************* Hi All - This part of the e-mail is from Beth. Heidi sent me a picture of the Small Lighthouse in Aqua. So I added it to the Web site ( www.sunshinecountryclub.com/special-acty-details ) Please go take a look at it. It is soooo cute. And when I get my project finished I can only hope it looks half that good. Come on out and support Heidi and her new Crafty Creations Club. I know lots of you women raised your hands at the last Women's Club meeting that you wanted her to start this up. Thx. Beth Parrish From SEPO E-News (03-11-19): Crafty Creations Club - Additional Class Info for March 18 - Hey there! So excited to begin our first class for Crafty Creations by heidi! We will be making the Clay Pot Lighthouse. I have ten people registered for Monday, March 18th @ 1-3pm: Beth Parrish, Marian Young, Jan Baethke, Cathy Richmond, Linda Braden, Karen Peterson, Casey Wood, Bonnie Fransene, Mary Hendrickson, Nancy Garrett and Connie Robertson. Please arrive at Retzlaff at 12:45pm. (We only have a short amount of time to get set up and cleaned up so please adhere to our set time period) Please note that it is also very important to devote your undivided attention to instructions for this project. You will be completing your basic lighthouse at this class. You may wish to add embellishments on your own. Wear old clothing or apron as we may get messy! Wear comfy shoes too. You are welcome to bring a snack and/or something to drink. Thank you all for supporting this new endeavor. See you next Monday! -heidi dill From SEPO E-News (03-19-19): Only a few more spots to join this craft! Hey there! The first class for Crafty Creations by heidi took place today and absolutely magnificent Clay Pot Lighthouses were made!!! Watch, pics coming soon!! Thank you to each one who attended! I hope you all enjoyed the class as much as I enjoyed teaching you! Please wait to retrieve your beautiful creations until Tuesday, March 19th after 4:00 pm to allow them to set well. For those who would like to join the next Clay Pot Lighthouse class scheduled for Friday, March 29th, @ 10:00-1:00, here’s your chance! You will need to hurry, beings there are only a few spots left!!! Contact me at 307-272-2440 (call or text 9am-5pm). The second chance to sign up will end this Friday at 10:00am. Anyone is welcome to join this new crafting club. -Heidi :0] *************** Easter Sunrise Service and Breakfast Potluck: (04-21-19) CANCELLED Contact: Looking for a volunteer chairperson (If interested, contact Ladonna Harvey: 956-412-6132.) If no one volunteers to chair this event it will be cancelled. Location: Gazebo (Service) & Retzlaff Hall (Breakfast Potluck) Time/Details: CANCELLED From SEPO E-News (04-04-19): The Easter Sunrise Service at the Gazebo and the Potluck breakfast following the service has been cancelled Ladonna Harvey. *************** Tool Orientation Class: (04-04-19) COMPLETE Contact: John Chajec (708-280-8940) Location: Woodshop Date: April 4, 2019 Time: 4 PM Details: A one time attendance is a requirement for use of the wood shop. The shop will be closed during the class. All residents are invited to attend. No signup is necessary. This will be the last class for the season. *************** Birding and Nature Social: (04-08-19) COMPLETE Contact: Jean Burgoine Location:Pavilion Date: April 8, 2019 Time: 4:30 PM Details: The Birding and Nature Club is having their end of year social get-together on Monday, April 8 at 4:30 in the Pavilion. This event is open to all members and helpers. So if you helped with the log project or the cutting down of the dead tree, please, come. Spouses are welcome, Remember to bring your drink and a "finger food" dish to share. Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top

Rock Painting Club Years Previous to 2025 News & Events & Pics (2024) Sunshine Rock Painting CALENDAR 2024 January 8 (moved from Jan 1) January 22 February 5 February 26 March 4 March 25 April 1 April 22 May 6 May 20 (moved from May 27) June 3 June 24 July 1 July 22 August 5 (Cancelled) August 26(Cancelled) September 9 (moved from Sep 2) September 23 October 14 (moved from Oct 7) October 28 November 4 November 25 December 2 December 23 Sent 2024-11-13: Free Palm Frond Painting Class - The rock painting club is sponsoring a FREE Palm Frond Painting event open to all from noon to 2:30. See more info and a few examples on the Sunshine website HERE . Cathy Richmond (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-02-01: Rock Club - Rock club meetings scheduled for August 5 and 26 have been canceled due to vacation and low attendance. Next meeting will be September 9th. - Cathy Richmond & Anita Smith Sent 2024-02-01: Providing many new rock painting materials at the 5 February meeting Rock painting materials donated includes: Paint pens (mostly new and some gently used) Including: 4 new artistro paint pens (× 2 black and 2 white) 2 new paint pen sets 7 new small chalk Acrylic paint (2 lg & 3 sm 2oz) Rubber gloves Brief instructions on painting rocks Hope to see all Sunshine Rock Club members, current & new, women and men, Monday, Jan 5th in the hall at 1pm. - Karren Amos Back to Top News & Events & Pics (2023) Sent 2023-01-08: 2023 Sunshine Rock Painting Calendar - Sunshine Rock Painting Club 2023 calendar! January 9th January 23rd February 6th February 27th March 6th March 27th April 3rd April 24th May 1st May 22nd June 5th June 26th July 10th July 24th August 7th August 28th September 11th* * moved from Sept 4th September 25th October 2nd October 23rd November 6th November 27th December 4th December 18th ** ** moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday Changes will be posted seperately. Hope to see you there! Happy Rock Painting! Karren Amos Sent 2023-08-27: Rock Painting Club (next session 08-28-23) - Rock Club will meet Monday in the Hall from 1-3. Bring your rocks for the Ronald McDonald house and we may make some more! Minions and Nemo and more! We may also take some of the rocks we have painted and sign the back SCCE Rocks and hide them! See you there! - Cathy Richmond (by Beth Parrish - From SEPO Facebook page) Sent 2023-08-12: UPDATE: Rock Painting Club Status - Ten members of the Rock Club met Monday, August 7th. A good and fruitful discussion was had with the following outcomes: Karren Amos is taking a leave to deal with her medical issues. She remains a consultant and supporter of the club. Anita Lamb Smith will continue to keep the books for the club. Catherine Cummings Richmond will serve as club communicator. Meetings will continue to be held according to the schedule of twice a month (first and fourth Mondays unless a holiday interferes). See Sunshine website HERE for exact dates remaining in 2023. The club will continue to create rocks for the Ronald McDonald house. You can create rocks at home and donate them and the club will create rocks at their meetings. Anita Smith will work on creating a private Facebook group for rock club members only to share ideas and their creations. This will take some time as she is very busy right now. Vicky Andreatos offered to give a class on acrylic pour painting tiles for coasters in the future. Great for gifts! All members familiarized themselves with the products in the storage area used by the rock club. - Cathy Richmond Sent 2023-08-03: (CORRECTION) Rock Painting Club: Update - Let's Talk Rocks - To all Sunshine Rock Painting Club members - and others that are interested in rock painting. I've scheduled a "LET'S TALK ROCKS!" get-together on the 7th of August, 2023, 1pm in Retzlaff Hall. All current club members and perspective Sunshine Rock Painting club members are invited. MEETING DATE MONDAY, 7TH OF AUGUST, 1PM, RETZLAFF. P.S. sorry for all of the confusion on my part. Also, please let me know if you can attend. - Karren Amos, 309-781-3479 (Corrected) , karrenaamos@gmail.com Sent 2023-07-31: Rock Painting Club Suspended - I wanted to let everyone know that the Rock Painting Club is being suspended until further notice (probably for the next three months or so). - Karren Amos Sent 2023-07-08: Rock Painting Club - Sunshine Rock Painting Meeting, Monday, 10 July 2023. Karren Amos Sent 2023-07-07: Post on SEPO Facebook Page - REMINDER: Sunshine Rock Painting Club The next meeting is Monday, July 10th, at the hall, 1pm to 3pm. Hope to see all current and prospective new members there! There's binders with lots of suggestions of what members might want to paint. New members are welcome to meet with us. We have a basic painting welcome package for sale for new members for $5. Welcome package includes 2 rocks, 5 basic colors of paint, chalk, paint brush and more! We charge $5 for each meeting which covers, rocks, paints, brushes and other painting materials. Questions, please call me at 309-781-3479. Looking forward to greet new and current members. - Karren Sent 2023-06-30: Next Rock Painting Club meeting moved - Next Sunshine Rock Painting Club meeting is Monday, July 10th, 1pm to 3pm! I moved the 3 July meeting to the 10th of July because of July 4th holiday. See you there! Door prizes will be drawn. - Karren Amos ph 309-781-3479 Sent 2023-06-11: Sunshine Rock Painting Club - The next Sunshine Rock Club meeting is June 26th. Hope to see you there. - Karren Sent 2023-06-03: Buying Rocks to paint at Southern Stone, Tuesday. June 6th - Sunshine Rock Painting Club Members - I'm tentatively planning on driving to Southern Stone & Soil, TUESDAY, 6 June 2023, 8am to buy rocks for myself. Anyone interested in taking a trip there to buy rocks? Southern Stone usually treats us very well, using a golf cart to and from the rocks, weigh them and put the rocks into the trunk. Just let me know. Karren 1-309-781-3479 Sent 2023-05-20: Rock Painting Class 5 June 2023 canceled - To all Sunshine Rock Club Members! --- The next Rock Painting Class meeting on Monday, 5 June 2023, is cancelled. - Karren Amos Sent 2023-05-20: Sunshine Rock Painting Meeting 22 May 2023 - The NEXT Sunshine Rock Painting Club meeting is Monday May 22nd, 1 to 3 pm at the hall. Rock painting will include Memorial Day rocks and others! Hope to see you there! Karren Amos Sent 2023-02-05: Sunshine Rock Painting Club Meeting February 6th, 2023 - Reminder - next Sunshine Rock Painting Class is Monday, February 6th, 2023, to 3pm in Retzlaff Hall! We plan to paint rocks for Easter and also planning to share some with local nursing home. Hope to see you there! Thank you Cathy Richmond for everything! - Karren Amos Newsletter 2023-02: Rock Painting Club - Contact: Karren Amos Meets: 1st* and 4th Monday each Month from 1 PM to 3 PM (changes to the schedule will be communicated via Sunshine email distribution list). The next 4 meetings are Monday, February 6th & February 27th, 2023 and the same dates in March, the 6th & 27th, 2023. Keep your eyes open for painted “Easter Rocks” in the Sunshine community. Time: 1pm to 3pm. Location: Retzlaff Hall Participants: Open to all Sunshine Residents/Renters, men and women, and their immediate adult family members. Persons with no “rock painting” experiences and those with some “rock painting” experiences are encouraged to join us and have some fun! Just a quick reminder – our rock painting club mission is to spread kindness! Cost: In order to cover the cost of rocks and painting materials being supplied, there is a $5 per participant fee per session. New members receive a “welcome kits” containing paint, paint brush, rocks, “chalk”, and a few other “must haves“ for rock painters! Rocks may usually be purchased after the “monthly “ Rock Painting meetings, $1 per rock, maximum of 5 rocks. The Sunshine Rock Painting Club & Sunny Glen Children's Home in San Benito jointly agreed to postpone the 7th of January 2023 event at the “children's home request.” NOTE: We plan to reschedule during their March spring break. Upcoming Rock Painting Club “project being discussed” - painting rocks for a local “Nursing Home!” Come join the fun with Rock Painting Club members at a future meeting! - NOTE: Questions and suggestions for the Sunshine Rock Painting Club are always welcome via phone 309-781-3479 (call or text (with your name please)), or by gmail karrenaamos@gmail.com . Sent 2023-01-21: Rock Painting News Update - ATTENTION ALL SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTERS! Our next "Rock Painting Club" class is this coming Monday, January 23rd, 2023 Class starts at 1pm, in Retzlaff Hall. We will be painting "Easter" rocks & discussing future "rock painting" ideas! Come join us! - Karren Amos Sent 2023-01-10: Sunshine Rock Painting Club news - To: Sunshine Rock Painting Club members and others: Re: our Saturday, Jan 7th plans to meet and paint with the youngsters at Sunny Glen Children's Home: the meeting and painting of rocks with the children was postponed until sometime during their March Spring Break. Plans changed due to Illness at the home, but we delivered the painted rocks, treats & a special "donated" gift to a representative of the home. We kept all of the small painted rocks for later. Thanks to all who prepared "chalked", painted, and decorated rocks for the "kids". I'm sure they loved what they received from us. The representatives were very appreciative. - Karren Amos Back to Top News & Events & Pics (2022) Sent 2022-12-21: Rock Painting Club: Mtg Info & Pics - Thank you to all that attended our 19 Dec Sunshine Rock Club. Our next meeting is January 9th, Monday, from 1-3 pm in Retzlaff Hall. Waynette Kennedy provided "Mandalas" (otherwise known as "dot painting") instructions, on the 19th of December. Pictures below. Lots of talented ladies in our Rock Club! Thank you Waynette! - Karren Amos Sent 2022-11-04: SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTING CLUB NEWS - Sent 2022-10-03: Rock Painting: September 26, 2022 Class & Pics - Sorry for the delay. Pictures from our September 26th, 2022 Rock Painting Club Class. Anita Lamb Smith demonstrated acrylic paint pouring! Thank you Anita! - Karren Amos Sent 2022-10-02: ROCK PAINTING CLASS MONDAY October 3rd, 2022 - Our next Rock Painting at Sunshine CCE is tomorrow, October 3rd, 2022, 1pm to 3pm. - Karren Amos, ph # 309-781-3479 Sent 2022-09-24: REMINDER: Rock Painting Club, Sept 26, 1-3 pm - REMINDER TO SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTING CLUB - NEXT ROCK PAINTING CLUB MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH 2022.* WE PLAN TO DEMONSTRATE A VERY EXCITING ROCK PAINTING TECHNIQUE! HOPE TO SEE ALL ROCK PAINTERS MONDAY! Karren Amos Sent 2022-08-31: Rock Painting Club - Rock Sale - The Rock Painting Club will be selling rocks in the Hall on Friday, September 2nd from 12:30 to 1:30. We understand that many members are unable to drive to get rocks so we are selling them at cost. Rocks will be $1 each. Please try to bring exact change. There will be a limit of 5 rocks per person at this time so we will have enough rocks for anyone who wants them. They will be unwashed. - Karren Amos Sent 2022-08-17: SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTING CLUB CLASS - REMINDER - NEXT SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTING CLUB CLASS - Mon, Aug 22nd, 1-3pm! Any questions? Please phone me at 309-781-3479 Karren Amos Sent 2022-08-14: Rock Painting Club: Received Letter of Appreciation - Sunshine Country Club Estates - Rock Painting Club! I am pleased to share with Sunshine Country Club Estates Rock Painting Club & residents - the Estates Rock Painting Club received a Letter of Appreciation from "Veterans Affairs", Harlingen TX, for the painted rocks we donated this past Veterans Day. Copies of the letter will be available at our next Rock Painting Club session on August 22nd. Spreading Kindness - One Rock at a Time!" - Karren Amos Sent 2022-07-29: Rock Painting: Aug 1 session cancelled - Just wanted to let everyone know that the Rock Painting session scheduled for Monday, August 1 has been cancelled. Those who normally attend have been notified. However, I wanted to let anyone I hadn't contacted who might be planning to attend, know about the cancellation. - Karren Amos 2022-01-25: Pictures from this session - Pictures from our Sunshine Rock Painting Class, July 25th, 2022. Reminder, we also have a class this next Monday, August 1st, 2022. Christy introduced us to painting Gnomes. It was a fun class! Thanks to all that participated. - Karren Amos Sent 2022-07-24: REMINDER: Upcoming Rock Painting Sessions - REMINDER - Sunshine Estates Rock Painting Club classes are on this Monday,July 25th and also on August1st, 1 to 3pm. Setup will start at 12:45pm Monday as all materials have been reorganized. Thank you to all who have been helping with setup. Looking forward to seeing all members on Monday. Feel free to call me if you have any questions or suggestions. 309-781-3479. - Karren Amos 2022-07-11: Pictures from this session - Thank you, ladies, for attending our Sunshine Estates Rock Painting Class yesterday. Also, thank you to those that prepainted and sealed the rocks we used in our project. Finally, thank you Christy McNitt Richards for providing demo on painting flowers. We hope you and Shelley will come back to another Sunshine Rock Painting Class. Update on the July 11, 2022 Class: *** FINAL UPDATE for our Sunshine Estates Rock Painting class today! We'll have 2 guests, please wear your name tags today! Door prize/raffles of ROCK PAINTING ITEMS! Please bring that hair dryer if you have one! See you at 1pm TODAY! Thanks to all! I especially appreciate all of the rock painting preparation by Vicky and her friends for today's class! KARREN *********** U P D A T E******** I'm asking everyone that has a HAIR DRYER to please bring it to ROCK PAINTING CLASS with you on Monday. It will help the paint drying of the flowers on the rocks! Thank you in advance. Please come even if you don't have a hair dryer, we'll share! ******************************** REMINDER: ROCK PAINTING CLUB is meeting the 11th of July, this coming Monday! I've invited a member of Harlingen Rocks to demonstrate painting flowers on rocks with brushes, blending colors for the flowered rocks etc. Also, there will be periodic free raffles throughout the 2 hour class! See you on Monday, July 11th @ 1pm to 3pm for the next Sunshine Rock Painting Club Class. - Karren Amos Karrenaamos@gmail.com Ph 309-781-3479 Sent 2022-05-27: 2022 Sunshine Rock Painting Club meeting dates w/updates - I contacted the SEPO Office and changed two dates for the Rock Painting Club. An "*" before the dates below indicate where I moved the Rock Painting to the following Monday (for July 4th and Labor Day holidays. This denotes the change from the 1st week to the 2nd week of those two months where there are holidays on the 1st Monday. Note: my original suggestion only listed dates in May 2022. I overlooked the need to extend our meeting dates to the end of the year. Club meeting dates are: May 23rd June 6th & 27th *July 11th & 25th Aug 1st & 22nd *Sept 12th & 26th Oct 3rd & 24th Nov 7th & 28th Dec 5th & 26th We will determine 2023 dates later. Karren Amos 2022-05-23: Pictures from this session - Here's some pictures from yesterday's class. 2022-05-02: Pictures from this session - The 2nd Rock Painting Class @ Sunshine was held on May 2. This time it was 'Puffy Painting'. Karren would like to thank everyone for being "all in" for these classes. Here's some pictures from yesterday's class. Sent 2022-05-01: Update on Sunshine Rock Painting Dates - Yes, We are continuing our Sunshine Rock Painting! Thank you ALL for your interest and support! There are lots of pictures from our first class posted below. Next Rock Painting date is Monday, May 2nd, 2022 in Retzlaff Hall. - THIS COMING MONDAY! 1 to 3 pm. (NOTE - CHANGE IN TIME FROM LAST WEDNESDAY!) On Monday we will demonstrate Puffy Paint painted rocks!! It is so much fun! We will discuss painting supplies, how we will fund the supplies in the future, and attendees. From thereafter, we will meet each month on 1st and 4th Monday, 1 to 3 pm. Any questions, karrenaamos@gmail.com Phone 309-781-3479 ************************************ Here are some of the beautiful Painted Rocks from our first session, which was held on April 27, 2022. Can't you just see how everyone was having a fun time! Sent 2022-04-19: ROCK PAINTING at SUNSHINE - First session is scheduled - It's approved, we're having our first ROCK PAINTING get-together April 27, 2022, 1:30pm to 3:30pm in Retzlaff Hall. For this first session, ALL painting supplies (and the rocks) will be provided. If you haven't already signed up in the Library, please send me an email at karrenaamos@gmail.com , or call me at 309-781-3479. Please share this information with anyone you know who might be interested and doesn't have an e-mail address on file in the SEPO Office. - Karren Amos Sent 2022-04-12: ROCK PAINTING at Sunshine! - TO all: I am trying to see if there's any interest in ROCK PAINTING at Sunshine! It would be a good hobby during very hot periods of time. You do not have to have any previous rock painting, or any painting talent at all. Have you noticed painted rocks by the mailbox entry? I left them for anyone that would want them. They are always gone the next time I go check our mail, and leave another rock. I've received feedback for a couple of the rocks I left there. One is on its' way to WI by a Sunshine resident. If you are interested, please let me know by contacting me per my information below. Depending on interest, or not, I will be providing further details on how this would work. Best days, times, etc. Those that are interested could go to FB Harlingen Rocks to get a glimpse of "painted rocks"! Anyone could enjoy this activity with no previous painting or art experience. Karren Amos ph 309-781-3479 email karrenaamos@gmail.com I look forward to hearing from you soon. Back to Top

Video Exercises Look what we have here for the Video Exercise Classes. One of our most kind resident couples donated a TV. And another kind resident donated a DVD/VCR Combo Player. And yet another kind resident set it all up. Don't we live with lots of wonderful people here at Sunshine. So I want to see you all get yourselves moving and join in the FUN. Questions: Beth Parrish Location: Meeting room between the Pavilion and the Fitness Room. Access: 7 days a week. Anyone can Reserve the room through the office whenever you want to use it. The Request Form can be obtained from the Office or HERE . Use the 'Keypad Code' (found HERE ) to enter the room. Be sure to close the door tight upon exiting the room. All skill levels welcome to participate. REMEMBER - This is for both Fun & Exercise. Video DVDs & VCRs are available in the room OR bring what you like most. Back To Top

Here you will find E-Mails that have been sent to the SEPO Community in Oct 2019. Sent 2019-10-31: PLEASE CONFIRM/UPDATE: Various Club/Committee Info - Please let me know ASAP if the below info that is currently on the Web site is accurate ( https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/mtgs-2019-2020 ). Please list the club/committee you are responding about: If yes - simply reply YES. If no - Please say NO & Provide the CORRECT info. *************************************************** Meetings: Other Clubs & Committees (2019-2020) Sunshine Birding & Nature Club: Meetings are held the 1st Monday of each Month (Nov thru Apr) @ 6:45 PM in the Library. Open to all residents in the community. Neighborhood Watch: Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each Month @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall. Open to all residents in the community. Woodworkers: Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Friday of each Month @ 1 PM in the Woodshop. Men's Golf League Business Meeting: Meetings are held every Tuesday following the 8:30 AM tee time group in Retzlaff Hall. Ladies Golf League Business Meeting: Meetings are held the 3rd Wed of each month (Nov thru Mar) in Retzlaff Hall. Nov 20 @ 10:30am Dec 18 @ 8:30am Jan 15 @ 8:30am Feb 19 @ 8:30am Mar18 @ 10:30am Killer Bees Quilting: Meet briefly every week at 9 AM in Retzlaff Hall. Rest of the morning is spent working on projects. Memorial Committee: Meetings are held as needed. Thanks so much. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-29: Fitness Room & 24 Hour Access - In order for Sunshine Residents and Renters to have 24 hour access into the Fitness Room a keypad was installed today. The code to the keypad is available in the Resident's Only section of the Web site: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only Please treat this code as 'confidential' to those who reside in the Estates. Call Frank Tewell @ 850-797-5520 with questions/problems. Sent 2019-10-29: MEMORIAL COMMITTEE - Anyone interested in serving on the Memorial Committee, please contact me. Thank you, John Chajec SEPO President Sent 2019-10-29: SEPO Covenants - Architectural Control Committee - In order to lessen/eliminate confusion and misunderstanding concerning the Architectural Control Committee rules, I have asked the Web site admin to place the "Building Conditions and Improvement Regulations", which is Exhibit B of the SEPO Covenants, more prominently on the Sunshine Web site. You can now find them quickly by: Going to the 'Covenants-Exh B-Architecture Cntl Comm' listing under the Rules/Officers Tab on www.sunshinecountryclub.com . OR The direct link to the committee rules page is: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/covenants-exh-b-architecture-cntl-c The Exhibit B section referred to above is listed below but I'm not sure how the formatting will look on the various devices used to read SEPO E-mails. John Chajec SEPO Board President Sent 2019-10-28: SEPO NOMINATING COMMITTEE - The SEPO nominating committee for the 2020 board election is: Neil Morehead, Chairman: 815-535-3271 Jerry Drost: 231-588-6354 John Whitley: : 956-551-0266 Please contact one of them if interested in running for the board. John Chajec SEPO Board President Sent 2019-10-27: Former Resident Death - I was informed today that one of our former residents, Carrie Schaubert, passed away this morning. She was 96 years old. Earl Weir Sent 2019-10-27: Sunshine Newsletter (2019-11) - Hi All – The November Newsletter has been sent to the office to be posted in the Library and it is also available on the Web site: (https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/2851bf_6d8c5ecaf5034dffb1d50e1bf2c20851.pdf ) Also note that going back to October 2018 all published Newsletters can be found on the Sunshine Web site here: (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletters-overview-1 ) Beth Parrish E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-27: Oktoberfest - Just a reminder that Octoberfest is Wednesday, October 30th and the last day for sign up will be end of day Monday. This is the first event of the season and is a fund raiser for Women’s Club. Any questions please call Vickie Jones, 262-689-7068 Sent 2019-10-25: Sept 30 2019 SEPO INCOME STATEMENT - Please take note: Although this statement is being distributed to the community prior to the Residents' meeting scheduled for next Monday, it has not yet been officially approved. Due to it's confidentiality the document has been stored in the Resident’s Only section of the Web site in the "SEPO Financials: By Year" page. John Chajec SEPO Board President Sent 2019-10-25: OCTOBER 2019 SEPO DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - Please take note: Although these minutes are being distributed to the community today, prior to the Residents' meeting scheduled for next Monday, they are the 'unapproved version'. These minutes will be officially approved at the next director's meeting. They are available on the Sunshine Web site HERE . John Chajec SEPO Board President Sent 2019-10-24: Crafty Creations Club description/signup info for rest of 2019-2020 season - Since attachments cannot be sent in the e-mail system/application (Send In Blue) that SEPO uses for sending info to the Sunshine Community, the documents have been placed on the Sunshine Web site. So please click on the links provided below to view/download them. Please see this document for the "info on what we will be making this season" - (https://static.wixstatic.com/ugd/2851bf_c7ae4bc221814195ad8de91f29c8af61.pdf ) Please see this document for the "Registration Form for the Nov 13 class" - (https:// static.wixstatic.com/ugd/2851bf_047ce005e228443c83eba93766e10406.pdf ) Registration info prior to each class will also be available in the Sunshine Library. Please come join your friends and meet new friends and make some great items for your home. Trust me, you will have a blast! Heidi Dill -- heididill316@gmail.com call or text 307-272-2440 Sent 2019-10-23:Oktoberfest, October 30th - Oktoberfest tickets are available in the library. It is a sign-up and you complete the info on the envelope to have a virtual ticket. Please include your money with your reservation. The cost is $10.00 per person. It is a BYOB party, so please bring whatever you would like to drink for the happy hour and dinner. The date of the event is Wednesday, October 30th. Happy half-hour starts at 5pm with dinner at 5:30. There is no program. This is the first Women's Club event of the season so come and get reacquainted with new neighbors and returning ones. The menu is: Brats and hot dogs Potato Salad Cole Slaw Sauerkraut Apple Dessert Iced tea and water Vickie Jones Women's Club Activity Director Sent 2019-10-22: FINAL REMINDER: Nov Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on the 24th - This is a day earlier than the scheduled communication, but it is your FINAL reminder that if you have an article you would like published in the Nov 2019 Sunshine Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of this month. I've only received six articles to publish to date and I know there are lots of activities scheduled in Nov. The Newsletter is one of the best forms of communication we have at Sunshine. So get that info to me so the entire community knows what's coming up. Newsletter Guidelines are posted here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletter-guidelines . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-22: Passing the Torch for the Mr. Fix-It List - I was truly blessed that Mike and Karen Bricker have agreed to be the new Mr. Fix-It List editors. If you go to the Sunshine web page (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) and look under “Amenities” you can download the latest list and their contact information. So – If you have been happy with a person or company who did work for you, let Mike or Karen know: michaelbricker51@gmail.com OR karenbricker51@gmail.com Many Thanks Pat Harvey Sent 2019-10-21: Limited Access to Sending SEPO Community E-Mails - Hi All - I will be traveling Oct 22-24 and will have limited access to sending community e-mails and replying to you that I have received your Newsletter articles other than in the evenings. If you have anything that is an emergency and can send it to me today, please do so. Thanks for your understanding. Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-20: Mr. Fix It List – Passing of the Torch - Pretty much everyone knows the Mr. Fix It List either from the neighborhood Web page or from a paper copy you got from the office. I've maintained it for several years now but the time has come to “Pass the Torch”. I would like very much to hand off the responsibility for maintaining the list. It's a simple process of adding (or deleting) a line in a spreadsheet, then sending a copy to a web site and to the office. It's a five minute process maybe 3 or 4 times a month. I will provide a step by step procedure and be available in case of a problem. So – If you would be willing to help your fellow neighbors find a reliable worker, send me an e-mail or give me a call. Pat Harvey patharvey4169@gmail.com 956-412-6132 Sent 2019-10-17: Kittens Looking For A Home - There are 9 kittens looking for homes. If anyone is interested please contact me in the next 24 hours. They will be going to the shelter after that. Thanks Marge Sandusky 815 975-8025 Sent 2019-10-17: GENTLE REMINDER: Do Not Reply - This is a GENTLE REMINDER to those of you who have heard this before and NEW INFORMATION for those of you new to SEPO E-Mails. When you receive an e-mail that is FROM 'SEPO COMMUNITY' please do not reply to that e-mail unless you are requested to do so . If the author is asking for info/replies, please reply to the author directly. When you reply to SEPO COMMUNITY, it ONLY comes back to the e-mail admin (Beth Parrish). Thanks for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at 314-960-6710. Beth Parrish SEPO E-Mail E-News Admin Sent 2019-10-17: SEPO OCTOBER 21st BOARD MEETING AGENDA - As of this Thursday morning no one has requested to speak at the October board meeting. Only the committees listed below in the agenda, are required to submit a report to the board. The last couple of years the SEPO organizations have held their reports for the Information meetings. Please do the same for next week's Resident Meeting. Board and Resident meetings dates, times and locations can be found here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/mtgs-2019-2020 . I hope to have the Board Meeting minutes and financial reports out before the Residents Meeting so you can be prepared with any questions. Better yet, between the minutes, financial reports and our presentations, you won't have any questions at all. The Board meeting is an open meeting. Thank you, John Chajec SEPO President Board Meeting Agenda - Roll Call Board member resignation and reassignment of positions Previous meeting minutes, approval or disapproval Officer reports: Treasurer: Mark Olson Area 1, 2 &3: Frank Tewell Golf Course: Lyn Swonger Committee reports: Architectural committee Memorial committee Unfinished (old) business New Business Nominating committee Suggestions etc Sent 2019-10-17: Women's Club Meeting Minutes: 10-11-2019 - The minutes from this meeting are available HERE . Respectfully submitted, Vickie Jones, Acting Secretary Sent 2019-10-17: REMINDER: Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on the 24th - This is a reminder that if you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Nov 2019 Newletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of this month. Newsletter Guidelines are posted here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletter-guidelines . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-16: Veterans Day Tribute - Dear Friends, Please give this communication your best consideration. Sunshine is a great place to live because we have great people living here. I am representing the following event. Veterans Day - 11 November - Monday Sunshine is planning a Veterans Day appreciation. In the past it has been a ceremony followed by a Pot Luck. Marian Young knows about the Pot Luck and we are requesting help for this. About the ceremony - If we have a posting of the Colors, we need several folks to carry these flags - John Combs will take the lead. Lenore can do Flag Retirement Ceremony where a Flag will be burned - under safe conditions etc. We need YOU! Last year Helen Perry spoke about Veterans Day, Carolyn Clements passed out Patches for the Veterans etc...…. Call me if you are interested. It would be a shame not to recognize our Veterans. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2019-10-15: Women's Club Event: Oktoberfest - Hi All - We want to provide you with some initial information about the first Women's Club event of the 2019-2020 winter season. We will be hosting an Oktoberfest on Wed, Oct. 30. There will be brats, hot dogs, potato salad, cole slaw & sauerkraut. Dessert to be determined. It is BYOB (bring your own bottle). Additional details will be provided as soon as they become available. Co-Chairs: Eileen Anderson & Vickie Jones Sent 2019-10-15: Women's Club Meeting was held on Oct 11 - We had our first meeting October 11th and it was well attended. It was great to see so many friends and new residents at the meeting. To stay informed on what events are coming up, please see the bulletin board in the library. Feel free to put your name & number on the sign-up sheets and volunteer for a committee. New ideas are always welcome and a good time is had by all. You can also stay informed about activities and ideas by attending Women’s Club meetings. All ladies of Sunshine are invited. Coffee and donuts are available. Eileen Anderson President Sent 2019-10-12: SEPO RESIDENT COMMUNICATION - The question has always come up “How do we communicate to the board if we can’t talk at the meeting and/or “Why can’t we go to the board meeting?” All board meetings per SEPO bylaws and Texas state law are open meetings and anyone can attend. It is unproductive to have open discussion at the board meeting. The SEPO board adapted the policy, for speaking at a meeting, that has become common practice across the country. Anyone can submit a written request to speak on an issue at the meeting. During the remainder of my term, I will accept any request, written or oral submitted the Friday before the meeting. In the case of the upcoming meeting, the deadline would be Friday, Oct 18 th. Please include your issue to allow me time to possibly prepare a response or solve the issue before the meeting. Suggestion box: Located next to the window in the office is a suggestion box for your ideas, thoughts, complaints etc. If you sign your suggestion you will receive a response.The nature of the “suggestion” will determine whether it will be read at the board meeting. There are 3 suggestions from April, which definitely deserve researching. I apologize we have not responded sooner. All the above are “formal” means of communication. We are a small community; everyone has access to the resident address sheet/directory and the resident e-mail list. The most recent copies of both of these documents are always in the Library and on the Sunshine Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only ). You know where I live, my phone number, and e-mail address. If you have a question, situation or complaint, let’s discuss it. If you are unhappy with my response, then you should definitely proceed with a formal inquiry. We will be having a Residents Meeting, tentative date per my schedule, Monday, Oct 28th. I have been given many suggestions on how to run this meeting. At this time my thoughts are, it will be an informal meeting and I will be the emcee unless some else wishes to volunteer. The board and SEPO organizations will be making presentations. There will be an “open mike” for questions etc. Thank you, John Chajec SEPO President Sent 2019-10-11: 2020 SEPO BOARD ELECTIONS - Per the SEPO bylaws a nominating committee must be appointed 60 days prior to the election in February, the December board meeting. There will be 4 board openings. John Chajec, Dick Shelton, Lyn Swonger and Clint Wunderlich will be completing their first 2-year term. If anyone is interested in being on the Nominating Committee, please contact me or any board member. If you aren't aware of who the current Board Members are you can find the entire list here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/copy-of-officers Thank you, John Chajec, SEPO President Sent 2019-10-10: Name Tags for New Residents - Please come by and pick up your name tags in the office. Name tags are in for New Residents: Brenda Johnson Dana Boatcher Joan Boatcher Dennis Pickett Hollie Pickett John Magyar Donna Magyar John Pearcy Deloris Pearcy Beverly Mason Steve Holten Dianne Holten Thomas Mensing Theresa Mensing Max Dabney Linda Dabney Along with Previous tags that are still in the office: Marlene Hall Nile Hall Sandra McAfee David McAfee Sandra Boardman Daniel Boardman Jim Clifton Daniel Clifton Rebecca VanCleave Michael Kinser Ronald Ciotti Deborah Ciotti Dan Philips Rose Phillps Darrel Bjornson Lois Bjornson Michael Winner Bonnie Winner Lisa Norman Edward Norman Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-10-10: NEW SEPO BOARD PRESIDENT & MEETINGS INFO - Lyn Swonger has been wearing two hats since the resignation of Dick Shelton as SEPO president: golf course guru and acting president. This morning the board approved the following reassignments of board responsibilities. John Chajec: President Dick Shelton: Secretary I need some time to analyze my new position so: The board meeting scheduled for next Monday, Oct 14th, will be rescheduled for Monday Oct. 21st at 1pm. The Newcomers Meet and Greet is canceled until further notice but will be rescheduled within a reasonable time. The format, agenda, of this meeting is under board review. The October meeting will not be broadcast on the web but will start in November. The equipment and technicians are unavailable at this time. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. John Chajec SEPO President Sent 2019-10-10: Women's Club Mtg Reminder and Other Information - Attention ladies!! Please invite our new residents to come with you to our Women’s Club meeting this Friday morning at 9:00 am. Also, I forgot to mention to wear your name tag, you may win a prize. Eileen Anderson President Sent 2019-10-09: Death of Anita Kurtz - My sister, Anita (Wayne) passed away last week. They were previous residents of Sunshine Estates. Her husband, Wayne Kurtz is hospitalized with a respiratory infection. Rodney Fink Sent 2019-10-08: Bill Halbrook - I received a text message from Bill Halbrook’s daughter Tami, stating that he passed away last week. Cindy Shriver Sent 2019-10-08: CORRECTION: Upcoming Meetings - Board of Directors Meeting: Monday October 14th - Board Meeting @ 1pm in the General Purpose Room Meet & Greet Meeting: Wednesday October 16th - Meet & Greet for Board and New Residents only @ 1pm in the General Purpose Room Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-10-08: Upcoming Meetings - Board of Directors Meeting: Monday October 14th - Board Meeting @ 1pm in the General Purpose Room Meet & Greet Meeting: Wednesday October 16th - Meet & Greet for Board and New Residents only @ 1pm in Retzlaff Hall Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-10-07: Women's Club Meeting Notice - The first meeting of the 2019-2020 season will be Oct 11th at 9:00 am in Retzlaff Hall. Please come and enjoy a cup of coffee and a donut. Also a great time to reacquaint with friends that have been gone over the summer. Eileen Anderson President Sent 2019-10-05: Updates to Activities List for 2019-2020 - In anticipation of residents returning to Sunshine for the 2019-2020 winter season, I have uploaded the updated 2-page Activities List on the Web site. You can find the directory by clicking on this link: (https//docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/2851bf_2e95ff052e2b4146ae06e6c3830a552a.pdf ) Also, at any time you can find Activites info by going here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/acty-mtg-legend . Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-05: Updates to Web site and Directories - I have made multiple updates, supplied by both the SEPO Office and individual Sunshine residents, to both the Resident Directory and the Resident E-mail address list. These documents are in the 'Resident's Only' section of the Sunshine Web site for everyone to view/review. ( www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only ) If you see anything that requires updating please inform BOTH myself and Valerie. Thanks for everyone's help in keeping these documents up-to-date. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Communications 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-10-04: FRIENDLY REMINDER: All invited to OPEN HOUSE - At the Dyer's request, see below for the information previously sent concerning their Open House this Sunday, Oct 6. Valerie Basaldua *************************************************************************************** From: SEPO Community Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2019 12:04 PM To: sepoenews@gmail.com Subject: All invited to OPEN HOUSE There will be an Open House on Sunday, Oct 6, from 2 to 4 PM at the Dyer home, 4117 N Nebraska Street. Valerie Balsadua Office Manager Sent 2019-10-03: Closed Area Friday - The Main Entrance to the Library and the North side of Retzlaff Hall Door will be closed in the afternoon for maintenance on Friday 10/04/2019. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2019-10-03: Sign-up deadline for Crafty Creations - ----- JUST A REMINDER ----- Sign-up for the Crafty Creations session to be held on October 18 closes October 5th! All of the info about this session can be found here: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2851bf_912e6435271d42149b09c2be340b565a~mv2_d_1211_1264_s_2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1211,h_1264/For%202019-10-18_Signup%20Info.jpeg You can e-mail me at heididill316@gmail.com. You can also text me at 307-272-2440. Heidi Dill --- Sent 2019-10-01: All invited to OPEN HOUSE - There will be an Open House on Sunday, Oct 6, from 2 to 4 PM at the Dyer home, 4117 N Nebraska Street. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Back to Top

In Memoriam (2011-2015) If a name is underlined click on it to see the Obituary. 2015 Deceased Quentin Youngland - Nov 10 Judy Wiemann - Nov 8 Dick Acquard - Oct 11 Back To In Memoriam Page

"SUMMER" (2024) DETAILED INFORMATION concerning "SUMMER" 2024 Activities/Meetings is HERE . I continually update this 2-pager as the SEPO Calendar is updated. See 'updates since last publication' highlighted in BLUE . Back to Top

THIS PAGE CONTAINS SEPO NEWSLETTERS FROM THE 2023-2024 SEASON. Articles for the Monthly Newsletter (published Oct thru Mar) are due to ( seponewsletter@gmail.com ) by the 24th of each month in order to be published for the following month. Go directly to the Year-Month Newsletter you are looking for and click on the 'News Icon". *************************** March 202 4 HAPPY St. Patrick's DAY *************************** February 2024 (Revis ed ) HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY *************************** January 2024 HAPPY NEW YEAR *************************** December 2023 MERRY CHRISTMAS *************************** November 2023 H APPY THANKSGIVING *************************** October 2023 Welcome Back Winter Texans & HAPPY HALLOWEEN Sent 2023-09-03: NEWSLETTER: Updated Guidelines and Early Reminder for October - It's that time of year when we start thinking about all of the fun times we are going to have once the Winter 2023-2024 Season arrives at Sunshine. And for me personally, that means it's time to think about the Oct 2023 Sunshine Newsletter. Yep, that's right, you all need to start thinking about those great articles you are going to be composing and sending to me, the once-again Sunshine Newsletter Editor. Normally you will be getting Newsletter Reminders on the 17th and 23rd of each month from September thru February. But since this is the first edition of the season, I'm giving you an early reminder. I spent part of Saturday reviewing and making some slight updates to the Newsletter Guidelines. The updated document is available on the website HERE . Again, I’m thinking this first Newsletter in particular, would be a great opportunity for everyone who manages or participates in one of our clubs (like Women's Club or Rock Painting) or activities (like Golf) to ‘get the word out’ about them. I’m hoping that you provide the following types of information for this Newsletter, in addition to the normal Activities info for the month of October: Club/Activity Name Contact Name(s) Is there a Board? Do you ‘meet’? If so, where and when? Are meeting minutes, etc. provided? General Description. Some of this info is on the Website (but may need to be updated ) HERE AND HERE . What needs to be updated/corrected on these pages? What else can be displayed on these pages? What additional pages do we need/want? This is a perfect opportunity: For you to review and become more familiar with the Website . For me to get the Website updated with current and correct info. Remind the community of what a great place Sunshine is to live. As always: Please provide your articles to me – by September 24 at the latest. The earlier the better. When you have your article prepared, please submit it to seponewsletter@gmail.com . If you need some examples of prior year Newsletters, they can be found HERE . Thank you all in advance for helping me get the word out and keeping the community informed. - Beth Parrish SEPO Website Admin E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: April 2024 Sent 2024-04-29: O'clockers golf - We will be starting golf scramble at 6:00 starting Sunday, May 4th. Just getting ahead of the HOT weather. Line up at side of shuffleboard court at 5:45 for team and hole assignments. - Donna Myers Sent 2024-04-29: QUESTION: Hibachi Dinner - I am wondering if anyone would be interested in participating in a hibachi dinner night here at our hall in early August? There is a high end hibachi restaurant that does events in communities. They would bring the tables, chairs, plates, utensils, food, chefs, they would cook the meal at the table in front of us and they would do all of the cleanup. Just an idea.. Please let me know if you have any interest. Thanks! - Pam Davis, Women's Club President Sent 2024-04-25: New Keypad Installed - In order for only residents/renters and their guests to access the restroom/shower in the Pavilion area, a keypad has been installed on the door. The code can be found in the 'Residents' section of this website HERE . Please do not share this code with anyone who is not a resident/renter or one of your guests. - Tony Adams, SEPO Board Sent 2024-04-24: Summer Community Potluck - Hi neighbors! We have arranged to have the first summer community potluck scheduled for Tuesday, June 25th. Doors will open at 4PM, eating will begin at 4:30PM and we are happy to announce that Stephen May will be preforming at 5PM! Please stay tuned for more details. - Pam Davis, Women's Club President Sent 2024-04-23: MARKET: Home For Sale (back on market) - The home at 1937 West Montana Ave is back on the market for sale. See details on the Sunshine MARKET . Marketed by: Cindy Shriver, Broker/OwnerDream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-04-20: Memorial Day 2024 - Mtg on Apr 21 - I had physically posted info about my upcoming meeting to start discussing plans for the Sunshine Memorial Day festivities. However, I am unable to meet at the original time. I have updated my postings and also asked that this email be sent to the community. The meeting will now take place: @ 2 PM in the Library - Lenore Combs Sent 2024-04-20: Golf Course aerating - In the late morning of Wednesday, April 24th, we will begin aerating the greens on the golf course. It will probably take two (2) days. The course will remain open; however, some of the holes will be closed while work is being done. Also, the greens will be a little rough. This is all based on weather permitting. Thank you for your understanding. - Randy Davis SEPO Board Sent 2024-04-19: Memorial Day 2024 - TO: SCCE Women’s Club, Jill and Sunshine community FROM: Lenore Combs 956 245 1276 RE: Memorial Day – Program and Potluck Dear Friends, SCCE plans for Memorial Day Holiday: Monday – 27 May 2024 * Realizing our program will be two-fold = the Program followed by a Potluck. John & I cannot look after both facets, so we will need Program help and a Potluck committee. Lenore will keep in constant communication. Everyone is cordially invited to assist & participate. In the past, our Sunshine Memorial Day Program generally included a Golf Cart Parade, a small quality Memorial Day presentation at the Gazebo, followed by a break so folks can get their dish and then return for the Potluck. Preceding the Potluck, there will be a marching Flag presentation into Retz Hall and the colors posted. Then we begin…... (Signup sheets in Library) I have plans for the street Golf Cart Parade and a patriotic program at the Gazebo. Hope that you can obtain help for the Potluck side, please. MEMORIAL DAY -- City of Harlingen – they will have a Candlelight Ceremony at Veterans Memorial at Pendleton Park on Thursday the 30th of May at 7:30 pm (1425 Morgan Blvd, Harlingen) The Public is invited. - Lenore Combs Sent 2024-04-16: Water Usage - Please be mindful of irrigation water usage. We have been fortunate to date, but it may not last forever. I would suggest watering your lawn no more than 3 times per week, less is even better (mine is once a week and I've never had an issue). If there is any measurable rain, please hold off watering. If you need help resetting your sprinkler timer, let me or a SEPO employee know, and we will help. If you need a moisture meter to see how your lawn is being affected with less watering, let me or a SEPO employee know, and we will let you borrow one. Thanks for your cooperation. - Randy Davis SEPO Board Sent 2024-04-13: Hot tub update - Yesterday when I was unable to send SEPO emails I posted the following on the SEPO Facebook page. For those of you not on that site, here you go: Hot tub is up and working again!! Beth Parrish SEPO Email Mgr Email: sepoenews@sunshinecountryclub.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-04-11: Hot Tub Closed for Maintenance - The pump for the Hot Tub is out and will be closed for tonight April 11, 2024. We will keep you posted tomorrow on the progress of this repair. In case updates occur during the time Beth is unable to send a SEPO email, please check the SEPO Facebook page for updates. Sincerely, - Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2024-04-11: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2024-03 (Mar) - The UNAPPROVED March 2024 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. - Tracy Wagner, SEPO Treasurer Sent 2024-04-11: SEPO Enews Mgr availability - I just wanted to let everyone know that I will have very limited ability to send SEPO emails from noon this Friday until probably late Monday or even Tuesday. I should be able to send items overnight on Sat & Sun only. However, If you know of anything you will need sent during this time, and can send it to me now, I can queue it to send automatically when you need it sent. Thanks for your understanding as I make my way back north for the summer. Beth Parrish SEPO Email Mgr Email: sepoenews@sunshinecountryclub.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-04-11: Mr. Fix-It List (where to send info ongoing) - I want to give a huge Thank You to Michael Bricker for keeping the Sunshine "Mr. Fix-It List" updated on the website the past few years. Michael has recently moved away from Sunshine. Therefore, going forward I will start updating the list based on your input. However, if anyone would like to assume that responsibility, I would be very grateful and would provide you full instructions. FYI - You don't even have to touch the website to do this updating. Thanks for your consideration. - Beth Parrish SEPO Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-04-08: UPDATED: Website Directories & Photos - Because of numerous updates due to buying, selling and relocating within Sunshine, I wanted to let everyone know I put all new directories (including email and renters) on the Website last evening. The files are all dated April 7, 2024, and can be found HERE . AND - I've made it easier to look up photos of newer Sunshine Residents from 2022 to current by going HERE and scrolling down to the Photos section. As always, if you see anything at all that needs fixed, let myself and the office know right away. Thx. Beth Parrish SEPO Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-04-07: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 4236 N Minnesota Street that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . Marketed by: Cindy Shriver, Broker/OwnerDream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-04-07: SEPO Policies & Procedures: Updated/Approved at Feb 13, 2024 Board Mtg (Reg) - The updates requested by the ACC to be added to the SEPO Policies & Procedures concerning fences were reviewed and approved at the Feb 13, 2024 Board Meeting (Reg). The updated Policies & Procedures document can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND viewed/printed directly from HERE . Please call with any issues or questions. Share Nelson (SEPO Board Assistant Secretary) Sent 2024-04-05: Resident Passing - I have been informed Mari Tennant passed away on April 4. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2024-04-04: Women’s Club LOGO contest - The Women’s Club is having a LOGO design contest! We are looking for a LOGO that best describes our club. The contest will be held at our first meeting in October and the winner will win a prize, as well as a chance to have their LOGO utilized all season! We look forward to seeing everyone’s ideas! - Pam Davis, Women's Club President Sent 2024-04-04: Women’s Club LOGO contest - The Women’s Club is having a LOGO design contest! We are looking for a LOGO that best describes our club. The contest will be held at our first meeting in October and the winner will win a prize, as well as a chance to have their LOGO utilized all season! We look forward to seeing everyone’s ideas! Pam Davis Women's Club President Sent 2024-04-01: "Summer 2024" Sunshine Activities & Meetings - WOW - Starting today, April 1, the Sunshine Summer season officially begins. Everything I am aware of that is currently scheduled to occupy your summer hours, if you are staying in Sunshine, is: is available, with updates, here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XtBS74NWR1-Ja1S_1-9XWWbZSAKyCh5U/view?usp=sharing for the time being , on this web page If you are involved in any of the "Summer 2024" activities in the 2-pager and see anything that needs updated OR you can provide info about those items listed in RED, please contact the Website Manager at the email address in my signature below. Enjoy your summer, wherever you are spending it. And, if you are traveling, please stay safe. Thanks everyone. Beth Parrish SEPO Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-04-01: Calling All Dogs and Cats Too - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 11:30 a.m. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young 719-468-4556 Back to Top

Agenda (2024-02-05) Birding & Nature Club Meeting Info (2023-2024 Winter Season Feb 5, 2024: Meeting Minutes Sent 2024-01-20: Birding and Nature Club February Meeting - The Birding and Nature Club would like to invite the community to our meeting at 7:00pm on Monday, February 5th, in Retzlaff Hall to hear a presentation by Tony Tramel on our bug eating friends, the Purple Martins. A regular meeting of the Birding and Nature Club Club will follow the presentation and all are welcome to attend, if so desired. Questions about the Club and its activities may be directed to Ralph Peterson. Phone # 607-590-0606 Jan 8, 2024: Meeting Minutes

SEPO BOARD NOMINATING & ELECTION COMMITTEES Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., (SEPO) governs Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE). 2026 Nominating Committee 2026 Election Committee 2026 Election: Candidates 2026 Election: Ballots 2025 Nominating Committee 2025 Election Committee 2025 Election: Candidates 2025 Election: Ballots 2024 Nominating Committee 2024 Election Committee 2024 Election: Candidates 2024 Election: Ballots 2023 Nominating Committee 2023 Election Committee 2023 Election: Candidates 2023 Election: Ballots Committees for 2022 Election Committees for 2021 Election Committees for 2020 Election

Exercise - Fitness Room We have a great 'Fitness Room' that is secured with a Keypad Lock and open 24 hours for all residents/renters use. CHECK BACK FOR PICTURES OF THIS ADDITIONAL FITNESS ROOM FILLED WITH VARIOUS FITNESS EQUIPMENT, MOST OF WHICH HAS BEEN DEDICATED BY OUR SUNSHINE RESIDENTS. Sent 2024-11-03: Sunshine Workout Room - Onward Upward. Today’s world is more focused on staying stronger and healthier (at least we hope so). There are some great ideas and possibly grant writing experienced leaders and smart cookies in our community brainstorming to possibly get some better/safer/more up-to-date equipment. If you have grant writing experience or ideas to improve our facility, this is a great time to step up. 4 o’clock Tuesday, November 5 in the library there will be a brainstorming meeting. Yea for friends and neighborhood that take action for improvement. Hope to see you there. - Pam Adams Back To Top

SEPO Board Executive Sessions (Notices - Notes: to Sunshine Community (04-01-2022 thru 09-30-2022 Summer Season) Go directly to the Information you are looking for by clicking an item below. Board Exec Session Notes (2022-04-21) Board Exec Session Notice (2022-04-21) Board Exec Session Notes (2022-04-21) **************************** BOARD EXECTIVE SESSION Notes to Community Thursday, April 21, 2022, after Board Mtg (Reg) "Board Members Only" Board Exec Session Notice (2022-04-21) **************************** BOARD EXECTIVE SESSION Notice Thursday, April 21, 2022 "Board Members Only" Back to Top

Women's Club Meeting Minutes (2018-2019 Winter Season Go directly to the Minutes you are looking for by clicking on the Year/Month combination. Top of Page 2019-03 WC Minutes 2019-02 WC Minutes 2019-01 WC Minutes 2018-12 WC Minutes 2018-11 WC Minutes 2018-10 WC Minutes Bottom Of Page 2019-03 WC Minutes Back to Top ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting March 15, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Sally Dronen led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 7 get well cards, 2 sympathy cards and 1 thinking of you card have been sent since the February meeting. The minutes of the February 15, 19 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $6168.60, Total Expenses of $5536.93 and the bank balance is $26,155.40. The report will be filed for audit. New Residents There were no new residents present at today’s meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be March 18th at 3:00 p.m. She announced the following: There will be a class on “active shooter” in the future; details will be announced at a future date. AED maintenance tests have been completed. Best practices for the Vendors program are being reviewed. A new form has been designed for personal medical information to be placed in a red envelope; this replaces the Vial of Life form; this will be proposed to the SEPO board at a cost of approximately $90.00. A South Texas All Hazards Conference will be held March 27-28 in the McAllen Convention Center. Vickie Jones reported on the following: The Ronald McDonald charity dance held last night has netted $1400 with more donations coming in. A planning meeting for activities for next season (October 2019 through March 2020) will follow this meeting; the planned activities need to be presented to the SEPO Board next Monday. Casino Night Report: Dale Hopfner and Sherri Gardener thanked everyone for their participation in Casino Night; they noted this activity has generated over $20,000 over the past six years for the Women’s Club. Old Business Deb Robbins stated the Media System is installed and functional; information and instructions for use are on the SEPO web site. She indicated that if deemed necessary tan covers for the TV’s can be purchased for approximately $30.00 each. President Anderson thanked Deb and her committee for working on this project. Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. There will be another committee meeting next Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. She stated it is an evolving project and hopefully it will be completed on the target date of March 2020. New Business Last month there was an inquiry regarding developing a SEPO photo directory; to date, volunteers for a chairperson and committee members have not come forth.. A member inquired about purchasing a Fire Pit; it was determined this would be a SEPO Board decision. An amendment to the Women’s Club bylaws for Article V, Section 4 regarding an annual audit of the treasurer’s books is proposed. The current bylaw reads…books shall be available once a year for an official audit; the proposed amendment to the bylaws would read: …official audit to be conducted on March 1st of each year and in the event the treasurer changes, at the time the books are transferred to the new treasurer. This amendment will be voted on at the October 2019 meeting. Concern was expressed regarding the kitchen stove/oven. Several members stated they were afraid to use it and didn’t feel safe using it. A motion was made by Marge Lehman and seconded by Karen Peterson to form a committee to develop pros and cons of keeping or replacing the current stove. Mecca Henry volunteered to chair the committee and Sherri Gardner and Linda Jones volunteered to serve on the committee. A motion was made by Mary Hendricks and seconded by Linda Jones to purchase 3 additional pool lounge chairs; the cost would be approximately $300.00 per chair. Motion carried. Helen Perry stated the 2 large heaters do not work; this concern should be placed in the suggestion box as it is SEPO’s responsibility for authorizing repair work. Members voted to post the minutes of the Women’s Club meeting on the SEPO web site as suggested by Beth Parrish. Linda Jones announced clear cups have been added to the kitchen inventory. Share Nelson announced there is a benefit luncheon for Loaves and Fishes on April 2nd; the cost is $45.00. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Shirley Vickers). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Cathy Chajec and seconded by Lenore Combs. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting February 15, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Ladonna Harvey led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 2 get well cards and 1 sympathy card have been sent since the January meeting. The minutes of the January 18, 2019 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $2097.00, Total Expenses of $2098.88 and the bank balance is $25,523.73. The report will be filed for audit. New Residents There were no new residents present at today’s meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be March 18th. She announced the following: The front gate code will change to 0214# Encore Neighborhood Watch is releasing the chain for special events; however unauthorized individuals messing with the chain could be charged with criminal mischief. Concern was expressed about golf carts, autos, etc. in violation of the one way traffic sign; there has been an initiation of police involvement for this infraction. Guest tags are available for visitors as well as vendors. All Hazards Conference will be held March 27-28 in McAllen. Harlingen Citizens Police Academy class will be coming soon. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: New Homeowners Party and the Art Show were great successes. Deb Robbins and Tiffany Prater are chairing the March 14 party; they have decided to not have a potluck; the dance with Wade Prater’s band will be from 7 - 10 pm. A good will donation will be taken for the Ronald McDonald house. More information will be forthcoming. There will be a St. Patrick’s Day party on March 17 in the pavilion; more information will be published in the future. Dale Hopfner stated the Casino Night is sold-out. Check SEPO emails for individuals offering tickets for private sales. Old Business President Anderson announced that 2 70 inch TV’s will be purchased Monday for mounting in Retzlaff Hall. Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. She stated it is an evolving project and will extend into next year. New Business Jean Lawrence brought up a concern regarding the Memorial Book and Board; the names are placed in the book / board IF money is donated in that individual’s name. It’s been discovered that 7 out of 18 names were not included in the book due to no money donated in memory of the individuals. Jean Lawrence made a motion that the Women’s Club donation of $5 so the names can get in the book. Motion seconded by Sue Stinnet. Jean then requested to amend her motion and recommended publishing the deaths in the SEPO newsletter as a means of tracking the names and the Women’s Club give a donation of $50 at the end of the year so names can be entered in the book. Cathy Chajec seconded the motion. Motion carried Linda Jones distributed a list of 5 different sweeteners stored in the pantry; members were asked to indicate their preference and hopefully the inventory can be decreased. Waynette Kennedy inquired about the possibility of having a photo directory; this topic was tabled and will be discussed at the March meeting in anticipation of developing a committee for this project. Heidi Dill brought a sample of some of her crafts and polled the members present if they would be interested in forming a Crafting Club; she’s looking at 2 hour sessions one time per month. Many members present indicated by raise of hands a high interest in this activity. Linda Abernathy is resigning her position as editor of the SEPO newsletter. Beth Parrish volunteered to take the editor position after Linda’s resignation date is final. Karen Baase announced there will be a memorial service for Joe Millsap on Wednesday, February 20th at 11:00 am in Retzlaff Hall. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Kay Sluyter). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Lois Humburg and seconded by Nancy Luellen. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting January 18, 2019 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Carolyn Clements led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 5 get well cards, 1 sympathy card and 2 thinking of you cards have been sent since the December meeting. The minutes of the December 21, 2019 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. President Anderson reported for Cathy Richmond’s treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $1281.00, Total Expenses of $1057.20 and the bank balance is $25,525.61. The report will be filed for audit. NEW RESIDENTS New residents were introduced; they are: Debbie Ciotti Geneva Carr Florence Parrish (renter) Judi Cripple Carol Breneman COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be moved to January 28. She stated the date change is to allow residents to attend the Winter Texan Appreciation festivities on January 21 from 1-5 p.m. at Casa D’Amistad. Lenore also outlined the agenda for the January 28th Neighborhood Watch Meeting. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: New Homeowners Party is Tuesday, January 22; the cost is $10.00 per person. There are 18 new home owners and to date 120 residents have signed up to attend. Vickie distributed a “Wish List” for donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Harlingen which lists a variety of items need to support this charity. Grace Clark made a motion that the Women’s Club donate up to $5000.00 to this charity; motion seconded by Sylvia Nelson. Discussion followed; a vote was taken with only one vote in favor and all other members opposed. The motion failed to pass. The March Mystery Theater party has been canceled and will be replaced with a potluck dinner followed by Wade Prater’s band providing the entertainment. This is scheduled for March 14, 2018. Debbie Robins and Tiffany Prater will be chairpersons for this activity. Susanne Ulrich made a motion, seconded by Share Nelson, that a free will offering for the Ronald McDonald house be collected during this event. Motion carried. Vickie stated the art show “Young at Heart” will be January 26 from 6 – 9 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on January 27. There is no charge to attend; there will be a silent auction on Saturday evening. Kathleen Sunders stated 70 dinners and 6 to go dinners were provided for the Christmas Day party. The profit for the Women’s Club was $164.00. Pam Lacy reported that 118 tickets were sold for the New Year’s Day brunch; the profit for this event was $328.00; she thanked her committee for the success of this new event. Sherri Gardner reported on the Casino Party scheduled for February 23. She stated there is a need for donation of more prizes and also additional help is needed in the kitchen. Beer and wine, plus a dessert bar will be available during the night. She announced that she and co-chair Dale Hopfner will be resigning as chairpersons of this annual event and encouraged other residents to step up to this Women’s Club very profitable event. OLD BUSINESS Debbie Robbins reported on the research completed to date on upgrading a media system for Retzlaff Hall. She stated the sound system has been checked out and it does not need any upgrading. She stated that to install two 70 inch television sets with surround sound would cost approximately $3000.00. Discussion ensued regarding a problem with live streaming; its was noted that Spectrum would need to assist with this. Nancy Luellen made a motion to continue pursuing options available for installation. Motion carried. Beth Parish stated Lassey Dahlstrom continues to work on the video presentation of SSCE activities. All photos and videos should be forwarded to Irene Phillips. President Anderson thanked Terry Debackere and her “elves” for the beautiful Christmas decorations this past season. NEW BUSINESS Linda Jones announced that 2 new regular handle can openers and a bigger can opener for the large cans have been purchased; they are designed to be more “user friendly”. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Bev Jamison). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Linda Covey. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting December 21, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Vice President Janis McFee Susanne Ulrich led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 4 Get Well cards and 1 thinking of You card have been sent since the November meeting. The minutes of the November 16, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $3095.97, Total Expenses of $1786.95 and the bank balance is $25,301.81. The report will be filed for audit. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be January 21. She asked for suggestions on how to improve the neighborhood watch program. The front gate code will be changed on Valentine’s Day and will be 0214#. She also talked about data being collected on speeding, non-stops at stop signs, etc. The information will be forwarded to the SEPO Board as they consider the pros and cons of speed bumps. Lastly, she distributed light activated bands to be worn when walking at night. Vickie Jones reported on the following upcoming activities: The tentative date for the New Homeowners Party is January 8; it will be chaired by Vickie Jones and Eileen Anderson. The art show “Young at Heart” will be January 26; Items will be for sale and there will be a silent auction. Vickie also indicated the Ronald McDonald house is in need of donations; Vickie has a list of needed items and she will bring more information to the January meeting. She received a request from Lupe that when the stove/oven in the kitchen and the grill are used, they need to be cleaned immediately after use. Janis McFee announced a $50.00 donation from Goofy Golf activity was donated to the Women’s Club. Mary Hendrickson stated 108 residents were present for the Thanksgiving dinner. There was no report from the Leslie Blasing concert; members present indicated it was well attended and enjoyed by all. Jane Olson announced the December 15th Bake Sale / Craft Raffle was well attended and resulted in successful sales in the amount of $1419.45. Lenore Combs spoke briefly about the Golf Cart Parade and Cookie Contest. She thanked her Santa’s Elves and announced the winners for cookies and golf cart entries. First, second and third prizes were awarded. (Report Attached) OLD BUSINESS Lorraine Lewis stated 44 residents participated in the Salvation Army Bell Ringing; This year’s collections exceeded last years with intake of more than $1300.00. Beth Parish stated she has not started on the work for the media system; she will have a committee meeting after the 1st of January. Lassey was not present to discuss the video production; residents were encouraged to look for good pictures to forward to her. Vickie Jones talked about the pool chairs; by turning the fabric over, the foam that retains water can be removed. It is suggested that be done and then in the future set a timeline to replace the chairs in the next few years. NEW BUSINESS Vice President McFee requested that residents who become aware of residents needing cards for illness, sympathy, etc. send the names to her and Cathy Richmond. Beth Parrish encouraged members to put suggestions on which streets they would like speed bumps in the suggestion box located in the office. She also stated the resident directory is up and running on the SEPO web site. Pam Lacy encouraged residents to attend the New Year’s Day Brunch; the food will be furnished by the committee and in addition to food they have fun activities planned. Dale Hopfner reminded the members that the Casino Night committee would appreciate donation of prizes. Tim Elliott requested the announcement be made regarding a meeting on January 2 at 5:30 pm at City Hall regarding proposed plans for Tony Butler Golf Couse and encouraged SEPO residents to attend. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Paula Tramel). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Lenore Combs and seconded by Sylvia Nelson. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting November 16, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Nancy Luellen led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 3 Get Well cards and 3 Sympathy cards have been sent since the October meeting. The minutes of the October 19, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $657.02, Total Expenses of $00.00 and the bank balance is $23,992.73. The report will be filed for audit. Aida Leach, current resident on Missouri, was introduced as it was her first attendance at Women’s Club. COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be November 19. She also spoke about the upgrade to the McGruffmobile; asked for someone to assist with the monthly maintenance of the Neighbor Watch generator and announced the Stop the Bleed kits are located in the woodshop, Manny’s work area and the SEPO office. (Report attached) Marsha Santow reported on the Shrimp Boil held on October 27, 2018. There were approximately 30 less attendees than last year; the profit was $657.02 . Lenore Combs stated the Veteran’s Day program and potluck was a success and thanked Carolyn Clements and Helen Perry for their presentations. Vickie Jones reported the following on upcoming activities: Two events, Christmas Dinner, and the New Homeowners Party, are in need of volunteers for chairing these events. Goofy Golf is scheduled for November 18 and the Leslie Blasing Concert is scheduled for December 6th from 6 – 8 p.m. The posters for every event are to remain on the bulletin board even if the event has concluded. Janis McFee announced Goofy Golf is planned for Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. 100 players have signed up; there is a “spare list” posted if a space opens up. The “bring your own picnic lunch” will be at approximately 4:30 p.m. Mary Hendrickson stated between 65– 70 have signed up for Thanksgiving dinner. She stated turkey, ham, gravy, stuffing and drinks will be furnished. Doors will open at 1 p.m. and dinner will be served at 2 p.m. Mary Dronen – Announced the Memorial Committee provided 6 lunches this year. For the historian book, she would like to have photos of summer activities forwarded to her. Dee Novak noted that more information on the December 6th Leslie Blasing Concert will be forthcoming. Jane Olson announced the Bake Sale / Craft Raffle will be on December 15th; the doors will open at 8 a.m. So far, only 3 have signed up to help so there is a need for more volunteers. The baked goods should be packaged and priced. Crafts can be set up Friday night. She requested gently used items be donated for the raffle. Lenore Combs said the Golf Cart Parade will be December 15; staging will be at 4:30 and the parade will start at 5 p.m. The parade will go down every street here. At this point Encore will not be involved however Lenore and Helen Perry volunteered to work on this with the SEPO board. OLD BUSINESS Irene Philllips stated she now has help with watering the plants at the front gate. She has researched a “drip” system which would cost about $200.00. After discussion Vickie Jones made a motion to form a group of volunteers to further investigate how to work on solutions to improve the décor. Motion was seconded by Sherri Gardner. Debi Warner volunteered to serve on the committee and a suggestion was made that Ralph Peterson be approached to assist with this project. To volunteer, contact Irene Phillips. Lorraine Lewis requested that SSCE residents please adopt angels for the Christmas Angel Tree. The angels can be procured at local businesses or contact Lorraine and she will get them for you. NEW BUSINESS President Anderson discussed the issue of the pool lounge chairs; they are 5 years old and are in need of repair. The estimated cost to repair is $45 per chair and replacement is approximately $185.00. Repair would probably last a year or so. President Anderson and Vickie Jones volunteered to conduct a cost analysis for repair and replacement. Joyce Smith reported on Ladies Golf; dues are $25.00 and she encouraged more women to join. The Las Vegas scramble will be December 8th followed by a potato bake. Cathy Richmond announced a request for a microwave oven on a cart for Thursday Night Happy Hour. Kay Sluyter donated her microwave; a cart will need to be purchased as the current number of carts are needed for events in the hall. Discussion was held on the need to update the media system for Retzlaff Hall. A motion was made by Pam Lacy to have volunteers investigate options; The motion was seconded by Sally Hardy. Beth Parrish volunteered to chair the committee; Lassey Dahlstrom volunteered to serve on the committee. Lassey Dahlstrom would like to put a video presentation of all activities SSCE together; She will have a meeting at her house on November 20th at 2 p.m. Irene Phillips volunteered to help and it was suggested Warren Hertel be invited to attend. Beth Parrish announced she is taking over from Stan Nelson, the communications for the sepoenews@gmail.com . Beth is also taking over the SEPO Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) for marketing purposes and updating the activities tab. She is working on inclusion of the SEPO board minutes which would be private and only accessible to SSCE residents. Jan Anderson announced that Mahjong is scheduled for Saturdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Library and Tuesdays from 1 – 3 p.m. in the card room. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Lowene Werkmeister). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Sherri Gardner and seconded by Vickie Jones, the meeting adjourned at 10:30 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary ******************************************************************************** Minutes of Women’s Club Meeting October 19, 2018 The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by President Eileen Anderson. Lois Humburg led us in prayer. OFFICERS REPORTS Vice President Janis McFee reported 21 Get Well cards, 2 Sympathy cards and 1 thinking of you card have been sent since the March meeting. The minutes of the March 16, 2018 meeting were read by Secretary Linda Almond. The minutes will stand approved as read. Cathy Richmond presented the treasurer’s report stating Total Income as $323.58, Total Expenses of $1084.46 and the bank balance is $23,335.77. The report will be filed for audit. The new residents present were: Heidi Dill, 1925 W. Iowa Ave. Marsha Remington, 1949 W. Michigan Kathleen Sunders, 1909 W. Montana Ave COMMITTEE REPORTS Lenore Combs reported on the Neighborhood Watch and Cert activities; the next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be November 19. She also spoke about an upcoming 20 hours CERT class. Those individuals who are interested in attending the class should contact her. Cathy Chajec reported for Marsha Santow on the Shrimp Boil scheduled for October 27, 2018. Virtual tickets are on sale now for $10.00 per person. Volunteers are needed to assist with clean-up. She indicated attendees could dress up for Halloween if desired. Social hour starts at 4:30 p.m. with dinner at 5:00 p.m. President Anderson reported for Vicki Jones on upcoming activities: Veteran’s Day will be honored on November 12; Lenore Combs stated the flag burning will be at 4 p.m. and veterans are needed to help with colors. Lenore will be working with other residents relative to having a potluck after the Veteran’s Day ceremony. Janis McFee announced Goofy Golf is planned for Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. The contest will be in the same format as the previous contests. A “bring your own” picnic lunch will be held in the pavilion at approximately 4 p.m. President Anderson announced the Thanksgiving dinner will be on Thursday November 22. Bob and Mary Hendrickson are chairing that event and details will be announced at a later date. Irene Phillips reported on the new garden area outside of the SEPO office and her activities related to caring for the plants and other greenery at the SSCE gate. Her report is attached to these minutes. Discussion ensued for using a professional landscaper for the front gate area; it was suggested this item be placed on the November agenda as there will be more residents in attendance to share their thoughts. It is likely if this avenue is pursued, the SEPO board will need to be involved in the discussion, and decision. The Memorial Lunch Committee needs additional members; Please contact Karen Baase for more information. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business on this meeting agenda. NEW BUSINESS Lorraine Lewis spoke about the Salvation Army bell ringing that will be held at Walmart on November 23rd. She needs approximately 40 individuals to volunteer 1-2 hours from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. that day. Sharon Schaub stated due to a change in leadership at the Salvation Army SSCE will not be participating in the Angel Tree giving at Christmas this year. Lenore Combs gave a presentation on Wreaths Across America. Harlingen will participate in this event which is scheduled for December 15 at 11 a.m. at Pendelton Park. Ten (10) cemeteries will be participating in this event. Additional information will be forthcoming. A gift was given to the individual randomly selected for wearing her name tag (Cathy Chajec). There being no further business a motion to adjourn was made by Sherri Gardner and seconded by Cathy Chajec. The meeting adjourned at 9:55 am. Respectfully submitted, Linda Almond, Secretary Back to Top 2018-10 WC Minutes Back to Top 2018-11 WC Minutes Back to Top 2018-12 WC Minutes Back to Top 2019-01 WC Minutes Back to Top 2019-02 WC Minutes Back to Top Bottom Of Page

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S EPO Community Emails: March 2023 Sent 2023-03-30: Website: Upcoming Activities/Mtgs (Summer 2023 & Winter 2023-2024) - Well, I guess I'll do anything to keep from packing those totes. And today I have put my hooks into the Sunshine website big time! Please go to the "Events Legend by Year " page which is the first page under the EVENTS tab on the Sunshine website . This 'legend ' page will take you to all of the pages containing information about past, current and future things you might be interested in. I have also added information about the new SEPO-Santioned Facebook page here. The summer and next winter seasons pages are a continuing 'work in process' as I am constantly updating the website with the Activity Requests everyone has been submitting to the office. IF YOU SEE ANYTHING THAT NEEDS TO BE CORRECTED , please let me know at the contact info I have provided below. This SEPO Email is going out to several new residents whose email addresses have been give to me recently. Welcome to the community and please let me know if you have any issues or questions concerning the website. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin, E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com , 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-03-30: Thursday Happy Hour Potluck in Retzlaff Hall - It's come to my attention that there is no longer anyone in charge of Thursday Happy Hour Potlucks that have been taking place all winter season long in Retzlaff Hall from 4-6 PM. If anyone wants to take on that responsibility please contact me, otherwise it's going bye bye. Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-03-30: Hobo party - See all you hobos tomorrow at the farewell party! Doors open at 4PM. Access only through the door on the north side of the hall. Cathy Richmond Sent 2023-03-30 : Memorial Day potluck - We're thinking of having a Memorial Day potluck on May 29th. If you'd be interested in attending there is a signup sheet in the library. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-03-29: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 4137 North Missouri Street, on the Sunshine MARKET that is for sale for Mike and Carrie Marvin. - Cindy Shriver, broker/owner, Dream Valley Properties LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-03-29: WC: 2023-2024 Activities Signup sheets - The signup sheets for Women's Club 2023-2024 events are now posted in the library. Also, as of today, the Shrimp Boil that was cancelled is back on for November 4th. This listing of all current planned events is on the Sunshine website HERE . We're hoping and planning on having a successful season this coming fall, winter and spring, so help us accomplish that by signing up to help or possibly chair any one or more of these events . Those of you who are "flying" north for the summer, have a safe journey and we'll be looking forward to seeing you all back here in the fall. And for those of you who are sticking around all summer, if you come up with a fun activity you'd like to do here in the community, let me know. I'm all ears! - Jill Ventrello, Women's Club Activity Director Sent 2023-03-29: WOMEN'S CLUB EASTER SERVICE - APRIL 9TH, 2023 EASTER SUNDAY / SUNRISE SERVICE AT THE GAZEBO (UNLESS THE WEATHER IS TOO BAD FOR IT TO BE OUTSIDE IT WILL BE RETZLAFF HALL) TIME: 7:30AM WE WILL TAKE-UP AN OFFERING FOR THE PASTOR AT THE GAZEBO GOLF CARTS OR LAWN CHAIRS ARE WELCOME (YOU MAY WANT A FLASHLIGHT) PARKING ON TEXAS AVE (PLEASE KEEP SAFETY IN MIND) WE WILL SERVE A POTLUCK BRUNCH AT RETZLAFF HALL TO FOLLOW THE SERVICE AT APPROXIMATELY 9AM Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-03-28: Hobo Party - Plans are going well for the party! Tickets are on sale until Wednesday at noon! Looking forward to seeing you hobo! - Cathy Richmond Sent 2023-03-26: GARDEN Club: Garden Cleanup - If you can make it, the Garden Club and resident volunteers are needed for garden cleanup on Tuesday, March 28th. Meet at the office garden at 10am. We always appreciate the help. We will focus on office garden and plants by the gazebo. Rain cancels. Thank you all so much. - Susanne Sent 2023-03-26: NEED State List - Hi Sunshine Residents: If you are a property owner here in our Community, I need your help. I am trying to put together a list of what State you hailed from. Me, I was a proud resident of North Dakota, before finding my way to the Valley. Would you please drop me a note saying what State or Province you called home or will find your way back to this summer. There is no such list in the office and I am working on a project that could use this information. My email address is jwkennedy47@rgv.rr.com or get word to me the best you can. Your help is certainly appreciated. - Jim Kennedy Common Grounds 1 Director Sent 2023-03-25: Amended/Approved/Filed SEPO Bylaws & Covenants on Sunshine website - The SEPO Bylaws and Covenants that were revised and approved at the Feb 21, 2023 Annual meeting were filed with Cameron County on Wed, Mar 23, 2023. Both documents are now available on the Sunshine website from the SEPO Rules page or directly from these pages (Bylaws ) and (Covenants ). Please call with any issues or questions. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-03-25: New Access To Kitchen Area - NEW ACCESS TO KITCHEN AREA New keypads have been installed on the door leading into the kitchen from the outside and on the small supply closet just outside of the kitchen door in Retzlaff Hall. A master code will be held by SEPO. When hosting an event or otherwise needing access to the kitchen, a temporary code can be obtained from Valerie in the office. Keep in mind, if there is a weekend event, you should obtain the temporary code prior to Valerie closing the office on Friday. In the event, you have an unexpected need to access the kitchen and Valerie is not available, the President of Women’s Club will assist you. The temporary code will be deleted the following Monday or in an otherwise timely manner following weekday events. Upon leaving the kitchen, the interior doors will be closed and must be physically locked, from inside the kitchen and people will exit from the kitchen to the outside after physically locking that door. If you oversee closing the hall, lock the doors, and exit through the kitchen as described above. The kitchen area is currently open on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. If a person in charge of an event wishes to lock the freezer, that person must check the key out from the office. If the freezer remains unlocked, there are cameras in place for security in the hall including the kitchen and storage room which can be reviewed for up to three months, if necessary. Beth has put this new process on the website on the 'SEPO Forms and Processes' page HERE or the 'Access to Kitchen Area' page HERE . - JIM KENNEDY, SEPO DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL AREA Sent 2023-03-25: Combes residents water rates - To all SEPO residents who reside in Combes We are proposing a fact-finding meeting with the former mayor of Combes in regards to the situation with our water costs today and the potential increases in rates to come for SEPO residents in Combes. It has come to our attention that there might be another avenue to investigate to possibly get these rates reduced and we think the former mayor may be able to help us. The meeting will be held at Mary David’s residence, in Combes, at 19958 Poplar. She is also concerned about the high water rates that ALL Combes residents are experiencing, and the potential rate increases to come. The meeting will be held at her house on March 29 at 4:00 pm. Anybody who needs a ride let us know, our car holds 6. Maybe some others could help with rides over there also. Mary has been gracious enough to offer to host a meeting of just the SEPO residents that reside in Combes. It will not include residents who live outside of SEPO. We hope you all can come and listen. We hope it will be well worth your time and effort. And we hope that we all will be able to see some lower rates in the future. Thank you, Fred and Sandy Lowe Any questions you can call Fred at 913-534-1369 Sent 2023-03-24: Farewell party - One week till the farewell party! Get your virtual tickets in the library soon! - Cathy Richmond Sent 2023-03-24: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting (Special) Minutes, Mar 22, 2023 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Mar 22, 2023 Board Meeting (Special) can be found on the Sunshine website HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-24: WC Events: 2023-2024 Winter Season - The WC Events for the 2023-2024 Winter Season were approved at the March 13, 2023 Board meeting and have been posted on the Sunshine website under the Events tab HERE . The signup sheets will be going up soon in the library. Please check them out and sign up on one or more sheets to Chair an event or be on a Committee. - Jill Ventrello, WC Activities Director Sent 2023-03-22: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2023-03-17 - The 'unapproved' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Mar 17, 2023 are on the Sunshine Web Site HERE . - Karen Baase, WC Secretary Sent 2023-03-22: SEPO Communications & the New SEPO-sanctioned FB Group - I want to personally thank Pam Adams for getting the SEPO-sanctioned Facebook (FB) Group up and running (so I didn't have to worry about doing it - HA) !!! And she is right, there are lots of great pictures and information out there already. Hopefully, this will provide a spot for those of you who are wanting to get the word out about things outside of the Sunshine borders, that are non-SEPO Club/Group related. A couple of things; although I would be overjoyed if this FB page would mean I no longer needed to do SEPO Communications, that is not the case. All residents are not on Facebook and those who aren't won't see these postings. Non-Sunshine residents won't be able to join the new FB group and, therefore, they won't see the postings either. The original intent of the Sunshine website, above and beyond keeping residents informed, was to entice potential buyers to come check us out and possibly buy in Sunshine. If you want the entire current community to be kept up-to-date about what's going on here in Sunshine AND also entice potential buyers, you will need to continue utilizing the SEPO Communication processes - emails, website updates and (during the winter seasons) the newsletter as described HERE . Thanks again to Pam Adams. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Communications Sent 2023-03-22: SEPO-Sanctioned Facebook Page is now up and running - At the request of SEPO Board President, Share Nelson, I have created a SEPO-sanctioned Facebook (FB) page for the Sunshine community. Sunshine Country Club Estates Official Group It is 'private' to residents. In order to post, you will need to join the "Sunshine Country Club Estates Official Group" or be invited to join by one of the current members. Any resident and all Sunshine Clubs/Groups can post announcements themselves or find a friend to help post them. I am also available to help anyone who has issues with or questions about posting. There are already lots of super posts out there. - Pam Adams Sent 2023-03-22: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting (Special) Minutes, Mar 22, 2023 - The video from the Mar 22, 2023 Special Board meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE and directly from HERE . Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-21: dog - For everyone’s information: The trash can by the post office boxes is for junk mail. Some folks have thought this is a deposit for “Dog Doo” WRONG!!!!! Lupe was kind enough to put a nice note on the can to inform people of this and was greeted this morning with her sign being removed and “Dog Doo” in the can. PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!! - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-19: REMINDER: Neighborhood Watch mtg - Here's a reminder about the Neighborhood Watch meeting being held this coming Monday @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall. It is open to all residents/renters in the community. Hope to see you there. - Lenore Combs Sent 2023-03-18: Directory Updates on website - I updated the SEPO Directories (by Name, by Addr and Emails) on the website yesterday HERE . I learned a new process on Thu and if all goes as planned, I will be able to update these often without much effort ongoing. Keep your fingers crossed my new process is successful. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Communications 31 4-960-6710 Sent 2023-03-18: AGENDA for BOARD (Special) Meeting on Wed, Mar 22, 2023 - The agenda for the Board meeting (Special) on Wed, Mar 22, 2023 @ 1 PM can be accessed on the Sunshine Web site HERE. It will also be posted outside the office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-18: Calling All Dogs and Cats too - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 1:30 pm. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young 719-468-4556 Sent 2023-03-17: MARKET: Home For Sale - See my home at 4128 N Nebraska St that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . My contact info is listed there. - Lorrie Fortune Sent 2023-03-17: SEPO Women’s Golf - We wanted to give a special thank you to Sam Davis for donating the golf club for our raffle. Patrice Ayala won it and we raised $90.00 for the league. Our league season has ended for this spring, but will start again the first Wednesday of November (November 1 2023). All ladies in Sunshine Estates are welcome to join. It’s fun and a great way to socialize. We will continue to play all summer at 9:00 a.m. every Wednesday. It’s very informal and a great way to improve your game and have fun doing it. (Bring $1 for a prize fund.) - Deloris Pearcy Sent 2023-03-17: workout room - Greetings: It has been brought to my attention that some of the equipment in the “workout room” is not up to snuff! It has been mentioned by more than one individual, so we are taking it seriously. I don’t know that much about the equipment and don’t want to pretend that I do!!! A couple that do use the equipment along with some of their friends, have working knowledge of the equipment in the room and suggestions as to make it more usable. David and Robin Fleiner have graciously offered to put together some suggestions along with all of you as to how we could improve the “workout room”. It has even been suggested that we consult a physical therapist who could offer suggestions on equipment for seniors. Anyone that might be interested in sharing their opinion may contact David or Robin at 808-269-0948 or email dpfleiner10@yahoo.com . Thank you David and Robin and we look forward to some kind of report or suggestions that can help us solve the problem of the “workout room” !!!! - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-16: Taped Recording of Residents Mtg on Mar 16, 2023 - There was an issue with the Google Meet Video for the March 14th Residents’ Meeting. However, the meeting was taped via a tape recorder. There are no written minutes from Residents’ Meetings. The tape recording is available on the Sunshine Web Site HERE . The meeting began with the SEPO Directors stating their name and the position they hold or the area they cover. Those present in person at the meeting were Share Nelson, President; Linda Davis, Secretary; Frank Tewell, in charge of the Storage Lot, Shop Area, Tennis and Shuffleboard courts; Jim Kennedy, in charge of SEPO buildings; and Randy Davis, in charge of the Golf Course. Tom Perrier, in charge of Streets, Drainage & Irrigation Ditches and Texas Avenue was present by Google Meet. Mark Owen was absent. Each of the Directors gave a brief summary of their report in the previous Board Meeting. The tape recording begins as Randy Davis was giving a summary of his report on the golf course. Many clubs and groups reported and there was a lively discussion among the residents and the Board. Many items were brought up in the open forum portion of the meeting. Although the video isn’t available, you will be able to hear almost the complete meeting. For the entire Director’s reports, I urge you to view the video of the Regular Meeting of Directors held on March 13th located HERE . - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-16: Activities Calendar Updated - The Activities Calendars have been updated on the Sunshine website HERE as of yesterday evening. Please call with any issues or questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-03-16: Killer Bees Quilting: Outside Quilt Show - Saturday, March 18th is National Quilting Day and for that our Sunshine quilters will have an outside quilt show! Take a walk or drive around our neighborhood and even into Sunshine Encore RV Park to see the beautiful quilts we have made. Interested in making some of these beauties? Come and join us Thursday mornings at 9:30 in Retzlaff Hall. - Jan Baethke Sent 2023-03-16: WC - Farewell Hobo Party The Farewell Hobo Party is March 30th. Virtual tickets go on sale in the library Thursday, March 16th. Tickets are $12/person. Doors open at 4 PM. Meal will be hobo (beef) stew, coleslaw and dessert. DJ Doug will provide music for the event. Dress as hobos. There will be a King and Queen of the hobos crowned with prizes. Hope to see you there! - Cathy Richmond for Farewell party committee Sent 2023-03-16: Website UPD: 2023-2024 Board Pics and Responsibilities - I have updated the Sunshine website with pics and the responsibilities of your 2023-2024 SEPO Board HERE . Hope this helps everyone for future reference. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin Sent 2023-03-14: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Regular) from Mar 13, 2023 - The video from the Mar 13, 2023 Regular Board meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE and directly from HERE . Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-14: WC: Upcoming Drama - See Below for Details - Nancy Steele Sent 2023-03-14: ST. PATRICK’S PARTY UPDATE - The party is still Friday March 17 at 4:00 and open to all residents. Beer, Wine and Margaritas are free while they last. Please bring Finger Foods for the Happy 2 Hours! We have made a couple changes: “PARTY CENTRAL” will be in Retzlaff Hall. It will alleviate concerns about weather, numbers, glass in pool area and food setup. Due to many generous donations, pizza has been added - while quantity lasts. They will be delivered at 6:00. SO, GET OUT YOUR GREEN AND WE’LL SEE YOU FRIDAY! - Janis McFee Sent 2023-03-14: Women’s Club Meeting This Friday Starting at 8:30 AM - This coming Friday March 17 is Women’s Club Meeting. As this is the last meeting of the season, we are going to have a pajama party with make your own omelet breakfast. We will start this at 8:30am with make your omelet >> there will be no donuts sorry. And our regular business meeting starting at 9:00am. Please make sure you wear your name tag so we can vote for your best pj’s. With some prizes given out. Don’t worry or be shy we will all look funny together! Thank You, - Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-03-12: Thank You - I just wanted to give a big heartfelt thank you to those of you that supported the Women's Club by coming to the Rusty Rierson concert today. He was awesome and a good time was had by all! - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-03-12: REMINDER - Monday, March 13th, (tomorrow) is the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors beginning at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 14th is the Residents' Meeting beginning at 1:00 p.m. - Share Nelson, Board President Sent 2023-03-12: FOUND: hearing aid - I found a hearing aid. If by chance you lost one, you can contact me at 4108 North Missouri St., or 402-450-7756. I will turn it into Valerie Monday morning. - Nancy Sterling Sent 2023-03-12: Hello & Thank You - I would like to thank everyone for sending a card and messages sent after the loss of Ross Awrey's brother Elgin Awrey. Thanks so much. He loved the park and woodshop for sure. - Leona Awrey Sent 2023-03-11: Men's Golfing - The men will keep the 08:30 and 10:00 tee off times on Tuesdays. The only difference is that EVERYONE will need to go to the library for their assignment in which hole they will start at and pick up the score sheets to turn in after golf. - Rocky Lockwood Sent 2023-03-11: RUSTY RIERSON CONCERT SUNDAY / DOORS OPEN AT 2PM - THE 2022 RIO GRANDE VALLEY MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR COME AND ENJOY SOME GREAT MUSIC, FUN AND DANCING WITH RUSTY THIS SUNDAY AFTERNOON "3/12/2023" RETZLAFF HALL / TICKETS ARE $12.00 AT THE DOOR 3:00 PM CONCERT > RETZLAFF HALL DOORS WILL OPEN AT 2:00 PM > COME EARLY FOR THE BEST SEATS P.S. Bring your own drinks if you want. We will have coffee and tea. Also we will be doing a 50/50 drawing >> So Bring your extra DOLLARS to Win!!! Thanks Everyone for Supporting Your Women's Club! - Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-03-11: Tx. Ave. Gate - This came from Tom last evening and I didn't see it to send it out. Beth ************************ The gate on Texas Avenue is open again, it is not working consistently, so it’s in the open position. On a positive note, an Officer from the Harlingen PD came by to do a drive thru and said he would be back again later in the night. I think Lenore has been in touch with them and got them doing drive thru’s again, thank you Lenore. - Tom Perrier Sent 2023-03-10: O'Clockers Golf - The O'Clockers golf scramble will move to 5:00 pm on Sunday March 12th due to time change. Open to all golfers in community. We meet beside the shuffleboard court at 4:45 for hole assignments. Come on out and have some fun. Questions call Donna Myers at 956 245 0188. Sent 2023-03-09: Texas Ave gate - The Texas Ave gate was having issues again last night and the technician came today and replaced a failed part. The gate was working when he left but I’m not confident that the issue is resolved. Lalo and myself will be camping out there this evening to make sure it’s working. If it’s not working reliably, we will put it in the open position, so no one is locked out. Thank you for your patience. - Tom Perrier Sent 2023-03-09: Howard & Nancy Hecker Book Give Away Sat March 11, 2023 - Patio/Garage Sale Bonus Giveaway – It Free! This Saturday March 11, 2023 from 8 AM - Noon Howard & Nancy Hecker, 4329 Minnesota Nancy and Howard Hecker are leaving Sunshine Estates, April 1st. Nancy has collected a small library of approximately 300 books that will not be making the move. These books could be classified as “Inspirational” , fiction and non-fiction. She has whole series of books in her library collection. For example, one title that was a popular and familiar series is “Left Behind ”. Howard is making these books available for free to anyone who would like them. You can view the available library and pick up one or more books this Saturday, March 11th, from 8 AM until Noon. The library is located inside Howard's house, so you will need to enter Howard's house to view them. Signs will be posted at his home, which is located at 4329 Minnesota Street. Nancy and Howard want these books to go to those who would enjoy them. - Howard & Nancy Hecker (by Tony Tramel for them) Sent 2023-03-09: Reminder of Butterfly Speaker - Reminder of Birding and Nature & Garden Club Speaker Monday The Garden and Birding and Nature Clubs will be joining together for a March speaker on "Attracting Butterflies-All Year Long". Anita Westervelt, Texas Master Naturalist, author, blogger, photographer and much more, will share colorful butterfly photo's and how to bring beautiful butterflies to your landscape. Date: March 13th Time: 6:00pm. *Note earlier than usual. Place: Retzlaff Hall If you want, a good will donation will be collected to continue Anita's research. Birding and Nature will hold monthly meeting after Anita's presentation. - Susanne Ulrich & Tom Stone Sent 2023-03-08: Storage gate - Gate will be out for a couple days. Mother board out. New one ordered. - Frank Tewell, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-07: GNDGT (2023) Report - The final report for the 2023 Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament is available directly from HERE and the Sunshine Web site HERE . - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Chairperson Sent 2023-07: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 4308 N Minnesota Street, on the Sunshine MARKET that is for sale for Tom and Jean Krahmer. - Cindy Shriver, broker/owner, Dream Valley Properties LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-03-07: WC: Concert - Rusty Rierson (more info about the singer) - t's come to my attention that more information is wanted for Rusty Rierson's performance on Sunday March12th. Rusty is a country singer/guitarist from Kansas and has been in the music industry for 23 years. He has toured all over the country and abroad (including Canada, Mexico, South America, England and Scotland). In 2019 and 2022 he was named Rio Grande Valley Male Vocalist of the Year! So for an afternoon of good toe tapping music and possibly a little dancing, join us. Again it's on Sunday March12th @ 3:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. Doors open at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $12 at the door and will help raise money for The Women's Club. In addition to the concert we will be having a 50/50 raffle with tickets being $1 for 1 or 6 for $5. Any questions, you can contact me at 720-660-8417. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-03-07: St. Patrick’s Day Party - St. Patrick’s Day Party DATE: Friday March 17 TIME: 4:00 PLACE: THE PAVILION (Retzlaff Hall as backup) ALL RESIDENTS ARE WELCOME!! WINE, BEER and MARGARITAS are FREE until we run out! Please bring FINGER FOODS. These beverages are paid for by several residents who want a great party to honor the GREEN! Anyone who wishes to donate can drop off any amount to Derek (Dak) McFee at 2028 W. Michigan. HOSTED BY: Derek McFee, Friends, and the Pickett’s, Covey’s and Dierker’s in spirit. - Janis McFee Sent 2023-03-07: Patio sales - There will be several patio sales this Saturday, March 11 from 8-12. - Linda Dabney Sent 2023-03-07: REVISED - AGENDA for "Residents" Meeting on Tuesday, Mar 14, 2023 @ 1 PM - The Agenda for the Resident's Mtg that you received earlier today has been revised and can be viewed/printed from the 'new' link below. Please NOTE: The days of the Board & Residents meetings are switched for March. The REVISED agenda for the 1 PM, Mar 14, 2023 "Residents" meeting is posted on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Valerie will be posting a paper copy prior to 1 PM, Mar 7, 2023: Please call with any questions / issues. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-07: AGENDA for "Residents" Meeting on Tuesday, Mar 14, 2023 @ 1 PM- Please NOTE: The days of the Board & Residents meetings are switched for March. The agenda for the 1 PM, Mar 14, 2023 "Residents" meeting is posted on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Valerie will be posting a paper copy prior to 1 PM, Mar 7, 2023: in the SEPO office on the poolside door into Retzlaff the mailboxes Please call with any questions / issues. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-07: NOTICE of Board Executive Session, Monday, Mar 13, 2023 - The below will be posted in the SEPO Office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes prior to 1 PM, Mon, Feb 7, 2023. It is also available on the Sunshine website HERE . ________________________________________________________ SEPO BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE to Community Monday, March 13, 2023 (Immediately after the 'Regular' Board meeting (Board members Only) This is a formal notice to the SEPO community that Board President, Share Nelson, has called a SEPO Board Executive Session, to be held Monday, March 13, 2023, immediately following the SEPO Regular Board Meeting scheduled for 1 P.M. This is a closed session as permitted by Texas law. As stated in Section 4.03 of the SEPO Bylaws, the Board may discuss actions involving personnel pending or threatened litigation, contract negotiations, enforcement actions, confidential communications with the property owners’ Association attorney, matters involving the invasion of privacy of individual owners, or matters that are to remain confidential by request of the affected parties and agreement of the Board. The 1 P.M. Board meeting will adjourn. The Google Meet session will be stopped. If the Board remains in Retzlaff Hall for this session, anyone attending the Regular Board meeting in person will be asked to exit Retzlaff Hall. Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-03-07: AGENDA for BOARD (Regular) Meeting on Monday, Mar 13, 2023 @ 1 PM - Please NOTE: The days of the Board & Residents meetings are switched for March. The agenda for the 1 PM, Mar 13, 2023 SEPO Board (Regular) meeting is posted on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Valerie will be posting a paper copy prior to 1 PM, Mar 7, 2023: in the SEPO office on the poolside door into Retzlaff the mailboxes Please call with any questions / issues. - Linda Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2023-03-06: Golf Course Closure - The golf course will be closed this Wednesday and Thursday (3/8 – 3/9), both mornings until noon, for the Women’s Golf League Tournament. - Randy Davis, Golf Course Director Sent 2023-03-06: POOL CLEANER - Good Morning: We have acquired a Robotic Pool Cleaner. We gave it a test run early this morning and it looks like it is going to do a great job. The cleaner will run when no one is in the pool. Therefore, it will do its’ work in the middle of the night. The cleaner will be set up and put in the pool at approximately 9:00 pm. It is OK to be in the pool at this time, just be careful of the cords. At about 4:00 am the cleaner will start and run for about 2 ½ hours. Lupe will then be here to remove the cleaner from the pool. During that run time, please stay out of pool. Thank you very much for you cooperation. This does not involve the hot tub, so that can be used as usual. It is in the plan to give the hot tub a special cleaning, and you will hear more about that later. Thanks again, Jim Kennedy Sent 2023-03-06: WC: Upcoming Drama Performance - Sent 2023-03-06: REMINDER - WC: Concert - Rusty Rierson - This is a reminder of the concert with Rusty Rierson on the 12th of March at 3:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. Tickets are $12 at the door. Doors open at 2:00 pm. Jill Ventrello WC Activities Director Sent 2023-03-06: Wood Shop Orientation Class Thursday March 9th 5 pm - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday March 9th 5 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. Sent 2023-03-06: SEPO Communications Management - Hi All - There's seems to be some confusion/questions concerning my responsibilitIes since exiting from the SEPO Board on Feb 21. Although I am no longer your SEPO Board Secretary, I am still the SEPO Communications Mgr and will continue to send SEPO emails and manage the SEPO website, just as I did prior to being elected to the Board. Please continue to send items to me exactly the same as before, following these guidelines . Contact me if you have any questions. Thx Beth Parrish SEPO Enews Email Manager @ sepoenews@gmail.com SEPO Web site Admin @ sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-03-05: Storage lot gate - The Storage Lot gate quit working last night. Will call for repair tomorrow. - Frank Tewell, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-03: Texas Ave Gate - Tonight the gate will be going back to the 7pm closing and 6am opening schedule. To get into Sunshine Estates your remote or the keypad will be needed to open the gate. The keyed switch with the fire department has been installed. Thank you. - Tom Perrier, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-02: NO GLASS CONTAINERS IN POOL OR PAVILION AREA - Attention to all Residents: The above is a reminder that is posted in the area of the swimming pool and pavilion. There are to be no glass containers brought into this area. This is for obvious reasons. For your safety and others, this is a rule that MUST be followed. If glass drops and shatters, which it does, and you are barefoot, you will very much regret stepping on it. It is almost impossible to completely clean up and if it goes into the pool or hot tub, they must be drained and cleaned. Known offenders will be made accountable. - SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-02: UPDATED: Contact Lists - Board, Residents, Emails (Renters in Process) - The following: Contact List for your new 2023 SEPO Board The Resident Contact list - by Name and by Address List of Resident Emails are all on the website HERE . There has been lots of Renter activity, so I'm still working on that file. Check the website soon for an updated list. Please contact me with any questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-03-02: REMINDER: Lunches @ Pavilion Thu & Fri - The Women’s golf league will be serving lunch during the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament on Thursday and Friday, March 2nd and 3rd, from 11 am to 1 pm each day in the Pavilion . For a price of $8 we will be serving: Thursday: Sloppy Joes, Chips, Soda, Water. Friday: Brats, Hot Dogs, Chips, Soda, Water. You don’t have to be golfing in the tournament to come and have lunch with us. - Terry DeBackere Sent 2023-03-01: Pool Closure this Saturday - As you all know, the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament starts Thursday morning and concludes Saturday evening with a Happy Hour (HH) in the pool/pavilion area followed by an awards dinner in Retzlaff Hall. Starting with setup for the HH and until everyone has entered the hall for dinner, the pool/pavilion area will be closed to only those participating in the tournament festivities. We are looking at a closure from 3-6 PM Saturday. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Chairperson Sent 2023-03-01: CANCELED: Thursday Coffee & Donuts in the Library - Thursday (Mar 2) Coffee & Donuts in the Library is cancelled this week due to the golfers in the Good Neighbor Tournament needing the library. Thanks for your understanding. See you next Thursday. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2023-03-01: Update for Texas Ave Gate - The new unit for the gate on Texas Ave has had the security key ok’d by the Fire Dept. And according to FedEx it should be delivered Thursday, and if it’s not too late in the day, the Tech will install. - Thomas Perrier, SEPO Board Sent 2023-03-01: Good Neighbor Golf Day Tournament: Pairings are posted - The pairings for the GNDGT are: Physically posted: On the front door into the library In the library Below On the website HERE Available for viewing/printing from HERE Note - the first name in each group is the captain and needs to be at captains meeting 30 minutes before tee time. We are also looking for standby players, contact me if you can be one. - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Committee Chair 337-693-6344 trtramel@gmail.com Sent 2023-03-01: UNAPPROVED: ANNUAL Mtg Minutes, Feb 21, 2023 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Feb 21, 2023 SEPO ANNUAL Meeting can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE . This document will be posted in the office later today and remain posted there until the 2024 Annual Mtg next February. Please call with any issues or questions. NOTE: These are my final minutes as part of my 2022 SEPO Board Secretary responsibilities. It has been an honor and a pleasure serving you these past two years. - Beth Parrish, 2022 SEPO Board Secretary 314-960-6710 Back to Top

SEPO Board Meetings: Exective Notices - Notes: to Sunshine Community (10-01-2021 thru 03-31-2022 Winter Season) Go directly to the Information you are looking for by clicking an item below. Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2022-03-25) Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2022-03-25) Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2021-12-14) Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2021-12-14) Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2021-11-04) Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2021-11-04) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) Notes to Community Fri, March 25, 2022, after Board Mtg (Regular) Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2022-03-25) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) NOTICE Fri, Mar 25, 2022 after Board Mtg (Special) Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2022-03-25) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) Notes to Community Thu, Dec 14, 2021 after Board Mtg (Regular) Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2021-12-14) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) NOTICE Thu, Dec 14, 2021 after Board Mtg (Regular) Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2021-12-14) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) Notes to Community Thu, Nov 4, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notes (2021-11-04) ******************** BOARD MEETING (Executive) NOTICE Thu, Nov 4, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT Board Members Only Board Mtg (Exec) Notice (2021-11-04) Back to Top

SEPO Board Meetings (Regular & Special) & Executive Sessions (Agendas - Recordings - Minutes) (10-01-2024 thru 03-31-2025) (Winter Season) Bd Mtg (Reg): 2025-03-10 Bd Mtg (Spec) & Exec Session: 2025-02-24 1st Bd Mtg (Required): 2025-02-18 Annual Mtg: 2025-02-18 Bd Mtg (Reg): 2025-02-10 "Res & Dir" Mtg: 2025-01-07 Bd Mtg (Reg): 2025-01-06 Bd Mtg (Reg): 2024-12-09 Bd Mtg (Reg): 2024-11-12 Bd Mtg (Spec): 2024-10-29 Bd Mtg (Reg): 2024-10-07 BOARD MEETING (Regular): Mar 10, 2025 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special): Mon, Feb 24, 2025 @ 11:30 AM 1 of 4 parts 2 of 4 parts 3 of 4 parts 4 of 4 parts 1st BOARD MEETING (Required): Tue, Feb 18, 2025 immediately after Annual Meeting ANNUAL MEETING: Tue, Feb 18, 2025 @ 1 PM & 3 PM 1 PM: Quorum Determination 3 PM: Election Results - Video starts with invocation 1 PM & 3 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular): Mon, Feb 10, 2025 @ 1 PM 1 PM Portion Only 3:15 PM Portion Only "RESIDENTS & DIRECTORS" MEETING: Mon, Jan 7, 2025 @ 1 PM Directors' Portion Only BOARD MEETING (Regular): Mon, Jan 6, 2025 @ 1 PM 1st '3' min of mtg Rest of mtg BOARD MEETING (Regular): Tue, Dec 9, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular): Tue, Nov 12, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special): Tue, Oct 29, 2024 @ Noon BOARD MEETING (Regular): Mon, Oct 7, 2024 @ 1 PM Back to Top

Activities: Special (2023-2024 Winter Season) Additional Details St. Pat's Day Party (2024-03-17) Stained Glass Class (WEEKLY ON THU) Table Tennis (WEEKLY ON SAT) KARAOKE (PERIODIC) Private Events (PERIODIC) Calling All Cats & Dogs (PERIODIC) Dumping Bulky Items (PERIODIC) Minnesota Get-Together( (2024-02-25) COMPLETE Concert: 59 1/2 Min w/Brett Dana (2024-02-18) COMPLETE Toys for Tots & Food Drive (COMPLETE) Street Cleaning (COMPLETE) Christmas Decorating in Hall (2023-12-02) COMPLETE Exercise: Stretch Class (2023-10-06) COMPLETE St. Pat's Day Party (2024-03-17) *************** St. Pat's Day Party (2024-03-17) 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - Just want to let all Sunshine residents know that there will be a St Patrick’s Day party on Sunday, March 17. This party is unique, in that it is funded by donations from all those residents who love this Irish celebration. All are welcome - entry is free - just bring finger foods to share. All donations buy beer, wine and margaritas usually. Last year donations surpassed expectations and 35 pizzas were also provided! Derek (Dak) McFee hosts this party and contributions can be given to him at 2028 W Michigan. Phone 651-271-8214. Please watch for updates as March draws closer. - Janis McFee Stained Glass Class (WEEKLY ON THU) Back to Top *************** ONGOING STAINED GLASS CLASS Sent 2023-12-18: STAINED GLASS CLASS: Starts this week and ongoing in winter - Dear residents: Stained glass class will begin this Thursday, Dec 21st at 6:30 p.m. in the woodshop and will continue every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. throughout the winter. Please dress according to the weather. The class is open to all residents. Any questions, please feel free to contact me at 708-280-8910. - Cathy Chajec Table Tennis (WEEKLY ON SAT) *************** ONGOING TABLE TENNIS Sent 2024-01-19: Table Tennis - We have several people interested in playing table tennis. We would like to announce the startup of table tennis in Retzlaff Hall on Saturday afternoons at 1 PM. We have reserved Saturdays from 1 PM to 3 PM, starting tomorrow, January 20 (will not play when other events are scheduled). Give me a call if you need. - Jan Kawecki, 719-334-6493 KARAOKE (PERIODIC) Back to Top *************** PERIODIC Karaoke (Mar 15, 2024) UPCOMING Sent 2024-03-06: Karaoke & Pulled Pork in the Estates Again - Karaoke in the Hall will be Friday, March 15 with doors opening at 5:30 and singing starting at 6 PM. The Women’s Club will have pulled pork sandwiches and a bag of chips for $5.00. With the huge success last time, they will be prepared for the masses. As always, you don’t have to sing or dance, but both are encouraged. If you have any questions, contact me or your karaoke hosts, Phillip and Patricia Lay. It’s always a good time, so we hope to see you there. Randy Davis (from Facebook) Karaoke (Feb 16, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-02-11: Karaoke, Friday, Feb 16 - Karaoke in the Hall on Friday, February 16th. Please note a couple of changes. First, doors will open at 5:30 and singing will start at 6pm. Second, the Women’s Club will have a concession stand selling pulled pork sandwiches and chips for $5 (while supplies last), as well as, Fat Boy ice cream sandwiches for $2. As always, bring a snack if you’d like, but not necessary. BYOB. They’ll be dancing and remember, you don’t have to sing. Phillip and Patricia Lay will be your hosts and I will be running around like a crazy person as usual. If you’re looking for a good time that’s a golf cart ride away, don’t miss this event. - Randy Davis Karaoke (Jan 26, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-01-23: REMINDER: Karaoke this Friday (Jan 26, 2024) - Karaoke in the Hall this Friday. New resident, Phillip Lay, and I will be hosting. As usual, bring a snack if you’d like, but it is not required. I will be bringing the famous yard of beef. And remember, you don’t have to sing, but please come and support those who do. Also, dancing is encouraged. Doors open at four, and singing begins at 4:30. Hope to see you there. - Randy Davis & Phillip Lay Sent 2024-01-09: Karaoke in late January - We will have Karaoke at the Hall on Friday, January 26 at 4pm. New resident Phillip Lay will be using his equipment. He has hosted karaoke for years and I’m excited to help him into the karaoke mix. Come join the fun. - Randy Davis The following Karaoke dates are all COMPLETE Karaoke (Dec 17, 2023) Karaoke (Dec 2, 2023) Karaoke (Nov 3, 202 3) Private Events (PERIODIC) *************** PERIODIC Private Events On November 15, 2023 from 5 pm to 10 pm Retzlaff Hall will be in use . COMPLETE On November 18, 2023 from Noon to 9 pm Retzlaff Hall will be in use . COMPLETE On November 24, 2023 from 12 pm to 7 pm Retzlaff Hall will be in use . COMPLETE On January 27, 2024 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Retzlaff Hall will be in use . COMPLETE Calling All Cats & Dogs (PERIODIC) Back to Top *************** PERIODIC Grooming: Calling All Dogs and Cats Sent 2024-02-11: Calling All Dogs and Cats - UPC OMING Hey Everyone - Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Saturday, February 17th, 2024, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 11:30 am. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. thanks. - Marian Young, 719-468-4556 Sent 2023-12-17: Calling All Dogs and Cats - COMPLETE Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 12:30 pm. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young, 719-468-4556 Sent 2023-10-09: Calling All Dogs and Cats too - COMPLETE Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Tuesday, October17th, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 12:00 pm. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young, 719-468-455 Dumping Bulky Items (PERIODIC) Back to Top *************** PERIO DIC Dumping Bulky Items (Jan 25-28, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-01-23: Another Opportunity to Dump your Bulky Items - ATTENTION RESIDENTS/RENTERS The trial run of residents/renters in the community being able to get rid of items that they were unable to take to the city dump was a success in December. Therefore, this coming Thursday thru Sunday, Jan 25-28, you may place your bulky items in the storage area in the Sand Pit. There will be no need to lift it onto the SEPO Trailer. There are a few items that we are asking to not be placed there: No Glass No Batteries No Tires No items that may contain Hazardous Chemicals (Oil) No Household Trash I think you know the rest Please call me with questions. - Frank Tewell, SEPO Board ************************************************************* Dumping Bulky Items (Dec 5 & 6, 2023) COMPLETE Sent 2023-12-05: TRIAL RUN: Dumping your Bulky Items - ATTENTION RESIDENTS We are attempting to try out a system that could benefit our residents here in the community to get rid of items that you are unable to get out to the dump due to transportation. The Maintenance Crew will leave a trailer out in the storage area in front of the Sand Pit where you can place items on: TUE, December 5th AND WED, December 6th There are a few items that we are asking to not be placed there: No Batteries No Tires No items that may contain Hazardous Chemicals (Oil) No Household Trash Let's see how this system works for us!! Board Members in Accordance Frank Tewell , Tom Perrier, Randy Davis , Share Nelson Minnesota Get-Together( (2024-02-25) COMPLETE Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Minnesota Get-Together (2024-02-25) 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - Sunday, February 25th, 2024 12:30 Social, 1:00pm Lunch Retzlaff Hall Cost: $15.00 Menu Brisket, w/sides, dessert and beverage: Catered By 77 Corner Cafe Entertainment will be provided after the meal, plan to stay and enjoy. Many door prizes will be drawn for after lunch. Ticket sales will start on February 1st': I will start making phone calls then or you can call me and leave a message. We had a large turn out last year and I hope to see all of the current or former Minnesotan's again and all the new residents who just moved here. Please come and join us and get to know everyone that lives in our community. Thank you and hope to see you at the Get Together - Linda Ramsdell, 218-851-6353 Concert: 59 1/2 Min w/Brett Dana (2024-02-18) COMPLETE Back to Top *************** C OMP LETE CONCERT: 59 1/2 Minutes w/Brett Dana 2024-02-18: Pictures Posted - Brett Dana (aka Dana Boettcher) put on a great concert this afternoon for the Sunshine Residents. HERE are a couple pics of Brett and the crowd intensely listening. Brett was praised with a standing ovation when he was done. Thx so much Brett. - Beth Parrish Sent 2024-02-15: REMINDER: 59 1/2 Minutes w/Brett Dana - Just a gentle reminder of my concert this coming Sunday in Retzlaff Hall. No Charge. See other details below. Hope to see you there. - Fellow Resident Dana Boettcher (aka Brett Dana) 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - Toys for Tots & Food Drive (COMPLETE) Back to Top *************** COMPLETE 'Toys for Tots' (2023-12-01 ' til 2023-12 -15 ) AND 'Food Drive' (2023-12-01 'til 2023-12-20) Sent 2023-12-06: REMINDER: 'Toys for Tots' & 'Food Drive' - It has come to my attention that there is hardly any food or toys in the library for our drives. I know that in the past our community has been very generous at this time of year. So this is a friendly reminder that we are having a toy drive for 'Toys for Tots' and a 'Food Drive' for Valley Haven Children's Home/Fishes and Loaves. You can drop off your toys (please have them wrapped and marked on the bottom the age and gender) and non-perishable food items in the library. You have until 12/15 for the toy drive and 12/20 for the food drive. Thank you in advance for your generosity. - Jill Ventrello Street Cleaning (COMPLETE) Back to Top *************** C OMPLETE Street Cleaning (Dec 2, 2023) Sent 2023-11-30: UPDATE: Street Cleaning Rescheduled - Hello Sunshine owners, Harlingen street maintenance had equipment issues Wednesday and were not able to wash the oil spills on the streets. But they have told me they will be here Friday to clean those spots, please try and keep those areas open for them. Thank you. - Thomas Perrier Sent 2023-11-28: REMINDER: Street Cleaning - Hello - Here's the REMINDER email, as promised. On Monday the 13th of November, the Harlingen trash truck leaked hydraulic fluid in several places around the community. On Wednesday the 29th, they will be here power washing those areas. If you know you have an area that needs cleaning, please keep that part of the street clear. Thank you - Thomas Perrier, SEPO Board Christmas Decorating in Hall (2023-12-02) COMPLETE Back to Top *************** C OMPLETE Christmas Decorating (Dec 2, 2023) Sent 2023-12-01: REMINDER-VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Christmas Decorating - Hi neighbors! Just to remind you - The Woman’s Club is looking for volunteers to help decorate Christmas trees in Retzlaff Hall on Saturday, December 2nd at 12PM. It will be a great time of community spirit and camaraderie. All help will be greatly appreciated! Thank you! - Pam Davis Sent 2023-11-25: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Christmas Decorating - Hi neighbors! The Woman’s Club is looking for volunteers to help decorate Christmas trees in Retzlaff Hall on Saturday, December 2nd at 12PM. It will be a great time of community spirit and camaraderie. All help will be greatly appreciated! Thank you! - Pam Davis Exercise: Stretch Class (2023-10-06) COMPLETE Back to Top *************** C OMP LETE Exercise : Stretch Class (Oct 6, 2023) Sent 2023-10-03: Reminder of Friday stretch class - Hi! This is a reminder of the stretch class offered this Friday at 10am. It will be a one-time only class. A good friend, who is a group and personal fitness trainer in Dallas, is coming to visit me and agreed to do this class and answer any questions regarding stretch and fitness. Anyone is welcome. You can pick up some new stretch ideas and enjoy together time. Please bring a matt or blanket, and a stretch strap or belt if available.... Best wishes, Irene Phillips Questions? Call me, 214 549 3993 Sent 2023-09-06: Stretch Class in Hall - Hi! This is Irene, a fellow Sunshiner. I have a good friend who is a group and personal fitness trainer in Dallas. She is coming to visit me in October! She has agreed to do a stretch class in our hall at 10:00a on Friday, October 6. Anyone is welcome. You can pick up some new stretch ideas and enjoy together time. Please bring a matt or blanket etc.... - Contact info. Irene - 214 549 3993 Back to Top

Activities: Day/Week/Month (2021-2022) Additional Details SUN 4 - 6 pm (time adjusts as seasons chg) , Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Contact: Donna Meyers (or just Show Up) Time/Location: (starting Nov 7 we will start play at 4:00 PM) 3:45 pm, Meet in front of Sunburst Building to pick teams. 4:00 pm, play starts on Sunshine Golf Course. Teams picked by drawing cards. It is Scramble play for Fun & Exercise - no money or prizes. All skill levels welcome. Final scores are compared at the end if anyone hangs around . UPDATE: Sent via SEPO E-news on 2021-10-29: O'Clockers Golf - Our evening golf scramble will change times starting Sunday, November 7th. We will be playing at 4:00 due to end of daylight savings time. Meet beside the shuffleboard courts at 3:45 for team and hole assignments. All are welcome to join the fun. No charge, just a good time. Open to all levels of golfers. Have added several beginners this summer and they are having a ball. So come one, come all. Donna Myers (CANCELLED) 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Music/Dance (Winter: Weekly / Retzlaff) Contact: Roy Ridlon Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: Nov 14, 2021 thru Dec 19, 2021 Music - by Roy Ridlon Classic Country Music for listening/dancing. Special guests will join the band throughout the season. This is NOT a Jam Session. Intermission - by Women's Club Coffee will be available for Free throughout the evening. Ice Cream Bars will be available during the Band's intermission for $1.00. MON 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Contact: Vic Hillman Location: Tennis Courts Details: Furnish your own equipment Rotate foursomes, no teams Lots of skill levels, no problem Lots of fun. Not to serious. Come watch us. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Contact: Lenore Combs Location: Pool Details: Everyone Welcome. Play Music CDs that contain the Workout Instructions. 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Contact: Cathy Chajec Location: Pool Details: Everyone Welcome. Play Music CDs that contain the Workout Instructions. 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Contact: Vic Hilman or Pat Harvey Location: Woodshop Details: Hours: Normal (Winter Seasons) - Woodshop is open for use (as long as a 'monitor' is available) Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am to noon AND 1 to 4 pm. Summers - The woodshop will continue to operate on the days when a monitor is present. As we come nearer to the summer season, two woodworkers will make themselves available on specific days of the week. Vic Hillman will serve as monitor every Tuesday from 9 am until noon. Pat Harvey will serve as monitor every Friday from 9 am until noon. In fairness to the Monitors, if there is little activity, they may close early, so if you wait until 5 minutes before closing time you may be disappointed. If you have a crisis need, you can contact any Monitor to find a time other than the above. Enjoy the summer. No fee (most HOAs, RV resorts charge a fee). Shop is open to members year around. Shop is a 40' by 60' building. Woodworking building holds the latest and some of the best woodworking tools around. The lathes are used often. Members can work with power equipment after attending a Safety and Information class. 10 am - Noon, Line Dancing: Intermediate (Weekly / Retzlaff) Contact/Instructor: Donna Myers Location: Retzlaff Hall Music: Dance to all kinds (Country, Rock 'N Roll, Tango, Mambo, Big Band etc.) Other Details: Most dances are beginner or intermediate. Class moves fast. Dancers are experienced. Would be too hard for ultra beginners. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 4 pm, Cards: Party Bridge (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Trudy Weitzel Location: Card Room Details: No partner or signup needed. Your skill level doesn't matter. We will teach you. Just bring five nickels and have FUN!!! 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Cards: Euchre (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: John Chajec Location: Card room TUE 8 - 11 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) Contact: Marlene Hall (or just Show Up) Location: Tennis Courts (Pickleball nets are put up in place of the Tennis nets.) Details: All skill levels of players are invited to come out and enjoy the Fun and get some Exercise. We do have two Pickleball Courts (set up on the Tennis Court) which accommodate four players on each court at a time. Whoever arrives first usually starts the process of setting up the net. As more people arrive we assess the need for another net to go up. Some like to play continuous and some like to take a rest between games. Wind: We have had some pretty windy days when we choose not to play. In the fall, we need volunteers to put up the “wind” screen that will help block a lot of that wind hazard. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions. 8:15 am & 10 am: till noon (course closed to all - other than Men's Golf League - 8 AM until noon) Men's Golf League: Two Separate Tee Times (Winter : Weekly / Golf Course) AND 9 - 11 am (course closed to all - other than Men's Golf League - 9 AM until 11 AM) Men's Golf League: Only One T ee Time (Summer : Weekly / Golf Course) Contact: Rocky Lockwood or Matt Lyne Location: Sunshine Golf Course. Come to Retzlaff Hall prior to starting play. Cost: Dues - Yearly: $20 Weekly Play: $1 Hole-In-One Money Cache: $2 puts you in the running. Signup: If you plan to golf on Tuesday you need to have your name on the signup sheet by noon Monday. The sheet is located on the Men's Golf League bulletin board in the Library. Teams are formed according to who is playing at what time. 9 - noon, Woodshop open (Summer & Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Contact: Bob Auclair (or just Show Up) Location: Pool Room Everyone welcome to play. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Heidi Dill Location: Card Room Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 4:00 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 9 pm, Cards: Men's Poker (Winter: Tue & Thu / Card Room ) Contact: Jack Baethke Location: Card Room WED 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Refer to Monday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions. 9 - noon, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 9:00 - Noon (course closed to all - other than Women's Golf League - until Noon) Ladies' Summer Golf Tee time (Summer (Apr - Oct): Weekly / Golf Course) NOTE: Summer Women's Golf starts first Wed in Apr and ends last Wed in Oct. Contact: Donna Myers Location: Sunshine Golf Course Be at the Library at 8:30 am for hole assignment and announcements. Play begins at 9 am. Cost: None More Details: Play is open to all property owners and renters, no matter what skill level. 9:00 - Noon, (course closed to all - other than Wom en's Golf League - until Noon ) Ladies' Winter Golf League Tee time (Winter (Nov - Mar): Weekly / Golf Course) NOTE: Winter Women's Golf League starts first Wed in Nov and ends last Wed in Mar. Contact: Terry DeBackere Location: Sunshine Golf Course Be at the Pool Pavilion at 8:45 am for hole assignment and announcements. Play begins at 9 am. Cost: $25 More Details: Membership is open to all property owners and renters, no matter what skill level. Fun special events are being planned. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 4 pm, Cards & Board Games (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Bev McIntosh Location: Card Room Details: We play various types of Cards and Board Games - Whatever you are in the mood for. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 7 - 9 pm, Cards: Pinochle (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Bev Jamison Location: Card Room THU 8 - 11 am, Pickleball ( All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions . 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 9 am - noonish; sometimes we sew until 3 pm, Quilters: Killer Bees (Winter: October to April / Weekly / Retzlaff Hall ) Contact: Jan Baethke Location: Retzlaff Hall Details - Meetings/Schedule: Meetings consist of every week briefly going over what is on our schedule. The schedule changes every year depending on what projects the members want to do/learn. The schedule is usually created in April and covers the next Nov through Apr. The days that we have a class/project scheduled we do bring our machines to the hall and sew after the meeting and our "Show and Tell", until about 3 pm. Of the 80-90 ladies throughout the RGV that come each Thursday, October - April, usually 15-20 will stay and sew. Our yearly retreat is to The Retreat House in Rockport (Quilting/Scrapbooking/The Retreat House) . We were booked thru 2024 for our stay; usually in Nov or Dec. Details - When Covid-19 restrictions were in place: Continuing with the “new normal”, the Killer Bees (a quilting group that isn’t like your grandmother’s quilting group) are still meeting via ZOOM each Thursday morning at 9 AM. If you'd like to "ZOOM" with us at 9 AM most Thursdays, let Jan Baethke ( janb5099@yahoo.com ) know and she'll email you the link. Our ZOOM meetings cover conversations about what's happening with the Covid-19 issue, and some “Show and Tell” of what we've sewn in the past week. Sometimes we'll have a quilt-related demo. I AM getting our new schedule together...with fingers crossed that we WILL be meeting in person at Retzlaff Hall next Fall, Thursday mornings at 9 AM. Here's a few of our activities for next winter: A No Sew Star Tree Ornament; Making fabric from your fabric scraps called Mile-A-Minute; a chopped fabric landscape; always a fun Mystery Quilt project; and maybe something with Jelly-Rolls!! You just have to come and see what that we do with Jelly-Rolls!! Hope to "see" you Thursday mornings. If you have any questions, call or text 956-357-2218 (Be sure to let me know in a text who you are). Our group...The Killer Bees...is very informal. 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library: unless ACC is meeting there ) Contact: Sue Swidryk Location: Library (unless ACC is meeting there) Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Cards: Hand and Foot (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Karen Baase Location: Card Room Details: Open to all ladies who wish to play. Partner helpful but not required. If too many show up, some offer to go home. We also call ladies if we need more players. If you have never played, experienced players are always willing to teach you. You can bring a snack, but don't have to every time. Coffee is available. Hand and Foot is an easy game to learn and doesn't take much concentration, so it's easy to visit with each other. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 4 - 6 pm, Happy Hour & Potluck (All year: weekly / Retzlaff Hall) Contact: Cathy Richmond or Dee Novak Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: Everyone is welcome. Please bring a dish to share. We provide coffee, iced tea, plates, utensils, and napkins, but you can bring your own drinks and eating utensils if you'd like. 4:30 - 10 pm, Happy Hour (All Year: weekly / Pavilion) Contact: Just Show Up Location: Pavilion Details: Propane heaters (2 of them) are available if the weather gets on the chilly side. This event is NOT a potluck. B ring "finger food" to share if you plan to partake yourself. BYOB If you don't want to eat and/or drink, just come and join in the fun. We have a blast. 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Stained Glass (Winter: weekly / Woodshop) Contact: Cathy Chajec (708-280-8910) Start Date: Jan 9, 2020 Location: Woodshop Details: Starts Jan 6, 2022 Never worked with stained glass, this is your opportunity to expand your knowledge. The class is open to all residents, so the following disclaimer must be understood by all: Everyone attending the stained glass class by their presence, acknowledges potential exposure to Covid-19. Each person is responsible for his/her own choice as it relates to attending this class. We will be working in fairly close proximity to one another, so if you feel the need to wear a mask, please do so. If you are not feeling well, please stay home. Thank you for your understanding in these difficult times. 6:30 - 9 pm, Cards: Men's Poker (Winter: Tue & Thu / Card Room ) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. FRI 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Refer to Monday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions . 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 10 - 11:30 am, Women's Bible Study (Winter / Card Room) Contact: Val Hertel Dates: Jan 22, 2022 thru Mar 22, 2022) Location: Card Room Other Details: Everyone is welcome. We study Books of the Bible. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library: unless ACC is meeting there ) Contact: Sue Swidryk Location: Library (unless ACC is meeting there) Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 7 - 9 pm, Cards: Friday Night (Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Mecca Henry Location: Card Room Details: Arrive by 6:45 pm . Play starts at 7 pm. No partner required. Join us for a fun and enjoyable night out with friends who love to play cards. We are open to playing multiple types of card games. SAT 9 am, Golf Scramble (Winter: Weekly / Golf Course) Contact: The Clarks. There is not an existing committee or formal leader. These scrambles are conducted by volunteers among the players. Details: All skill levels are welcome and teams are balanced by handicap, as well as possible. Early sign-up helps. Sign up in Library by noon Friday. The cost is $1 and should be deposited in the Saturday Box in the lounge. 10 am, Cards: Duplicate Bridge (Winter: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall ) Contact: Jean Burgoine 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 8:30 pm , Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library ) Contact: Heidi Dill Location: Library Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 7 - 9 pm , Cards - Jokers & Pegs (Winter Starting 01-08-22: Weekly / Card Room ) Contact: Mecca Henry Location: Card Room Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. 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S EPO Community Emails: Februry 2025 (In Process of adding rest of emails for this month.) Sent 2025-02-27: Birding & Nature Club: Upcoming Event - Notice: On behalf of the Garden Club and the Birding and Nature Club, I would like to extend my appreciation to our fellow neighbors who helped with the installation of the fence at Texas Ave. It was quite a project and the outcome could not have been better. Good work everyone! On Monday, March 3rd, we have the distinct pleasure of welcoming Naturalist and Valey Entrepreneur Keith Hackland as our guest speaker. Keith, along with his wife, Audrey Jones, own and operate the Alamo Inn, Alamo , Texas. Their Inn is a premier destination for birders from all around the world. Come join us as we welcome Keith to our birding club. See you soon, - Deb Jones, Secretary, Birding and Nature Club Sent 2025-02-26: GNDGT Afternoon Tee Time is 1:00 PM. Captains meet at 12:30 PM. - I made an error regarding the tee time for the PM group. The tee time is 1:00P M not 12 noon as previously posted. Also, the meeting time for the PM Captains was wrong. They will meet at 12:30 PM not AM. Please take note of my errors. The attached reflects the corrected pairings and the correct tee & captain meet times. I hope this gets to everyone in time for them to realize this error. - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Chair Sent 2025-02-24: REMINDER - MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Golf Course Closures during Feb/Mar 2025- Please make note of the Dates and Times below that the Sunshine Golf Course will be closed to anyone who is not participating in these events. - Scott Kronshage, Golf Course Director, SEPO Board Sent 2025-02-24: GNDGT: Pairings, Rules etc - The below has been provided to all players in the tournament and is also posted in the Library. In case you are interested in who is playing and the rules of play, see below. - Tony Tramel, GNDGT Chairperson Sent 2025-02-24: GNDGT Women's Golf Lunch Stand - The Women's Golf League will once again have a lunch stand on Thursday and Friday of the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament. Retzlaff Hall will be open for lunch from 11 to 2 for all golfers and any Sunshine resident/renter that would like to attend. Come one, come all. - Terry DeBackere Sent 2025-02-23: FINAL REMINDER: MAR 2025 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day FEB 24, 2025 - Here's your FINAL reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by end of day on the 24th of this month. They should be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com . I've only received one article so far. I would encourage you to include any April events in this Newsletter, since this will be the final Newsletter for the 2024-2025 Winter Season. Even if you don't have all of the information finalized by the Newsletter deadline, send 'what you do know so far' or just 'Save the Date' . It's also a perfect opportunity to recap past events and/or thank those who helped you with prior events/activities. Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the website HERE . Prior Newsletters, which you can use as examples, can be found HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-02-23: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2025-02-22 - The 'UNAPPROVED' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Feb 18, 2025 are below and also available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Lisa Perrier, WC Secretary Sent 2025-02-22: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Feb 19, 2025: The home owned by Jim Bilot & Barbara Young, 1913 W Montana Avenue, is For Sale. On Feb 20, 2025: The home owned by Isabel Muller, 4108 4 N Nebraska Street, is For Sale. On Feb 21, 2025: The price has been reduced on the home at 4217 N Missouri, owned by Scott & Anita Woodward. - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-02-21: Saturday Scramble - Just to clarify, no Saturday Scramble Saturday February 22nd, 2025. The cold weather continues with a chance of rain through the day. Have a great weekend and see you next Saturday if not before. Thank you, - Nancy and Matt Lyne Sent 2025-02-21: Women's Club 2025-2026 Activities planning meeting - Hello ladies. I told those of you at the Women's Club meeting that the annual planning meeting was scheduled for March 5th in the library at 10:00 but that has changed. We have to have it before March 1st so therefore it will still be in the library at 10:00 but on the 26th of February. Those of you that were not at the meeting, we would love for you to attend if you have any ideas for what you like to see happen next year, especially if you'd like to chair an event. We look forward to seeing you there. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2025-02-21: ACTION REQUIRED: Activity Request Approval Process for 2025-2026 - In the minutes from the 2025 Board (1st Required) meeting on Feb 18, 2025, along with info about your 2025 Board members, the announcement concerning Activity Request processing for 2025-2026 events was explained. To emphasize - Activity Requests for 2025-2026 need to be given to Valerie by March 1, 2025 as explained in the process posted on the Sunshine website HERE . Priority requests will be approved at the March 10, 2025 Board meeting in the order stated on the website. All other requests also need to go to Valerie and will be approved by the Office on a first come / first processed basis. SEPO Board (Multiple emails from Feb 11 thru Feb 21 still need to be added to this page. If you have any questions about SEPO emails during this timeframe, please contact the Website Mgr @ sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com .) Sent 2025-02-11: ANNOUNCEMENT: 95th birthday for Grace Nolte Hedstrom - Dear Sunshine Country Club Estates, My mother Grace Nolte Hedstrom, who was a resident of Sunshine from 1999 to 2020, is celebrating her 95th birthday on March 6. We are hosting a card shower for her. I know she would love to hear from her Sunshine friends. - Susan Nolte Jacob, 641-330-9876 jacob@rconnect.com Sent 2025-02-11: REMINDER: WC Casino Night - Tickets will be: $25.00 each - And only 180 total tickets will be sold. Ticket sales dates will be in our library on - Wednesday Feb12th, 10am to11am > for casino night workers AND 11am to 2pm > for everyone else Thursday Feb 13th, 12pm to 2 pm for all tickets that are left until they are sold out. - Vicky LeRoy Krueger, 785-418-6208 & Cindy Hulswit. 701-318-0444 Sent 2025-02-11: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Reg) Feb 10, 2025 - NOTE: There are two videos from the Feb 10, 2025 Regular Board meeting. The first meeting was called to order at 1 PM. This meeting was adjourned around 2 PM and the Board went into Executive Session. There is never a video from an Executive Session. At approximately 3:15 PM the second portion of the Board Mtg (Reg) was called to order and is on video. The two videos are available on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please contact Beth Parrish with any technical / website issues/questions. Please contact Randy Davis with any meeting content questions. - Randy Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-02-11: Have you voted yet? - Everyone should have received their 2025 SEPO Election Ballot packets by now. At 1 PM today (Feb 11, 2025) you will have exactly one week (seven days) to fill out your ballot and drop it into the locked Ballot Box in front of the SEPO Office. Please don't forget to fill out the 'Attendance' Proxy statement before submitting your ballot. In the next couple of days I'll be sending another email with some more details about exactly what you should expect and need to do prior to and on election day, which is Feb 18, 2025. Please call me with questions at any time. Beth Parrish, 2025 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson 2025sepoeleccomm@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-02-10: AGENDA: ANNUAL Mtg - Tue, Feb 18, 2025 @ 1 & 3 PM - The agenda for the Tue, Feb 18 2025 ANNUAL Meeting at 1 & 3 PM can be viewed / printed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . A paper copy of this agenda will also be posted in the SEPO office, on the poolside door into Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. - Randy Davis, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-02-10: Reminder of Garden Club speaker - Reminder: Sunshine Garden Club Speaker Tuesday, February 11th Retzlaff Hall at 6:30 Hope you can make the presentation about the healthy benefits of edible mushrooms. Our speaker is a teacher and coming from Pharr. Hope to see you Tuesday. Signup not needed. - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2025-02-08: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2025-01 (January) - The UNAPPROVED January 2025 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . If anyone has any questions, feel free to email them to sepotreasurer@gmail.com . These financial reports are preliminary and may change when our CPA completes our 2024 tax return. See my explanations duly noted on the reports." - Tracy Wagner, Treasurer for Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2025-02-05: GUYS & DOLLS award banquet - Guys & Dolls Awards Banquet 5:00pm Saturday Feb. 8th Retzlaff Hall Saturday evening there will be a Happy Hour and awards ceremony. Everyone bring your favorite finger food to share, and also your favorite beverage. Play format & Rules: Teams exchange cards for scoring. Confirms scores after each hole. Team A tees off first. Team B next. Team farthest out hits after that…. NO mulligans! Any whiff is a stroke. NO”gimmies” at the hole the ball must be putted in. Team’s turn is over once the ball is in the hole. The partner cannot continue putting. The hole is done. Return cards to the library Friday and Saturday after play. Cards not returned will receive no score for the day. Advance 2 holes for Saturday tee off. Hope everyone has fun! - Sent from Deloris Pearcy Sent 2025-02-02: Casino Night February 22nd! - Casino night is just around the corner Saturday, February 22 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Snacks and Popcorn, Wine, Beer and some adult drinks will be served. Tickets will be: $25.00 each and only 180 total tickets will be sold. Ticket sales dates will be in our library on Wednesday Feb12th 10am to11am for casino night workers and 11am to 2pm for everyone else. Tickets also available on Thursday Feb 13th, 12pm to 2 pm for any that are left until they are sold out. We are sill looking for donations. If you have something new and of good value please let us know. Or if you frequent a business and would like to ask them to donate that would be great. If you go shopping and would like to pickup a gift card or two to donate that would be much appreciated. This a fun event and a very costly event to put on. This is one of Women’s Club biggest events of the season and with everyone’s help it's lots of fun for all! Replies come direct to my email or any question’s please contact: Vicky LeRoy Krueger, 785-418-6208 & Cindy Hulswit, 701-318-0444 Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: March 2025 Sent 2025-03-31: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - With everything going on last Friday with the Flooding I forgot to send this email. This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Mar 27, 2025: The asking price for the home owned by Suzzane Gustafson, 2008 W Iowa Ave, has been reduced. - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-31: CANCELED Wood Shop Orientation Class Thursday April 3rd 5 pm - CANCELED Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday April 3rd 5 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. - Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. Sent 2025-03-31: UPDATE: Water Damaged Items Pickup - Harlingen is going to start picking up any water damaged items in the city as early as tomorrow, as long as they are on your curb and not in your cart . They couldn't tell me when they will be coming to Sunshine - just sometime this week. But be prepared tomorrow just in case. I'm trying to find out if Combs will be doing something similar. Stay Tuned. - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) Sent 2025-03-31: Trash Pickup - Hey, Just had a conversation with Lenore about a conversation she had with the trash guy. If you put carpeting in your trash container they won’t pick it up. But if you pile it by the end of your driveway they will be sending a truck around to pick it up. I don’t know when that is, but I’m making calls to find out. Will post when I know more. - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) Sent 2025-03-31: Investigate before scheduling flood aftermath repairs - It’s possible there are ‘ambulance chasers’ (or whatever you might call someone who may be preying on flood victims) hovering around Sunshine, even soliciting for business by posting signs throughout. We would like to WARN people about not jumping right away to schedule work to be done by these folks – especially not before you do a thorough investigation into their work ethic / background. Apparently, this same thing happened during the last flood a few years ago and also after hurricane dolly – with nightmare stories after the work was done. So please be careful. - SEPO Board Sent 2025-03-29: Volunteer Luncheon Monday 3/31/25 - Hello, neighbors! What a whirlwind the last few days have been! We’re incredibly grateful that everyone is safe and sound. The strength and determination of our community truly inspire us! On a brighter note, we’re excited to share that our Hall is in great condition, and our volunteer luncheon is still happening! If you’ve registered, we’re all set for you! Come take a breather from the recent weather challenges and enjoy a delicious lunch, entertainment by Brett Marshall and Roy Garcia, and, of course, some unforgettable stories from the storm of 2025! Please feel free to call or email us with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, - Randy Davis, SEPO President & Pam Davis, Women’s Club President Sent 2025-03-29: Roads Update - Right now it’s 12” at Texas Ave. The shallowest way out is Missouri to Montana. Please drive slowly so you don’t make waves and stay in the middle of the road. It’s the high point. - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) Sent 2025-03-29: Sunshine website: Flood "Lost & Found" AND "other important info" page now available - I just took time out from cleaning up my own flood damage and saw there was some great info that had been sent to me. So I sat down and created this new 'Flood 2025' "Lost & Found" and "Misc Info" page on the website. It's under the Residents tab or go to it directly from HERE . For those of you who sent pics of the flood waters near you and on the golf course, I'm going to try and put some of those on a separate page soon. NOTE: I will NOT be sending out a new email whenever I post something on the page above. So please just keeping checking back periodically. Also - If you have questions please contact the person who sent me the post. Thx everyone. Sunshine Website Admin Sent 2025-03-29: Still have High Water in Sunshine - Hi all, The water is still to high at Minnesota and Michigan, and Texas, Montana and Minnesota to get out, without water coming in your vehicle. And a great possibility of stalling your vehicle. Also I know some of you are having electrical issues but please don’t mess with your outdoor meter/breaker. They’ve been sitting in water and could be a electrocution hazard. Stay safe. - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) Sent 2025-03-28: Signs - Heads Up - I’ve placed 3 “5 mph No Wake” signs on Texas Ave, Minnesota St. and Michigan Dr. They are in the middle of the road, attached to a heavy steel truck rim. If you hit them they will damage your vehicle. Please observe the No Wake. About an hour ago a red Chevy/GM truck was observed by residents on Minnesota creating a large wave that damaged several garage doors and skirting on their homes. We will be looking into this Please slow down - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) Sent 2025-03-28: Harlingen Waterworks Update - - Jill Heinererikson (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2025-03-28: Sewage System - It sounds like the sewage system is not working so try not to use your drains in your house. It’ll just end up backing up if it’s not already. Don’t flush your toilet. And I don’t recommend walking in the water without boots there’s probably sewage in it. - Tom Perrier (SEPO Board) (From SEPO Facebook) Sent 2025-03-28: CANCELLED: Birthday Party - Tony's turning 75 - NOT the Birthday memory Tony expected for 75 years. Needless to say, the party at the pavilion tomorrow is CANCELED. We are sorry but pray everyone is safe and any damage from rainwater is recoverable. Prayers to all. - Paula Tramel (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2025-03-28: Wood Shop Orientation Class Thursday April 3rd 5 pm - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday April 3rd 5 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. Sent 2025-03-28: AGENDA: Board Mtg (Reg), Apr 7, 2025 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Apr 7, 2025 Board Meeting (Regular) at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will also be posting these agendas outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Gay Paxton SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-03-28: Women's Club Bylaws - As was stated in the Women's Club (WC) meeting minutes from Mar 21, 2025, the suggested revisions to the WC Bylaws were approved at that meeting. They can be found on the Sunshine Website HERE . If you would like to view the exact changes that were made, you can see them in this file . PINK shows additions and AQUA shows deletions. Please contact me with any questions. - Lisa Perrier WC Secretary Sent 2025-03-28: Herb handout from Garden Club March 11th mtg - Thank you all for a great season. Our last speaker at the Garden Club Get Together was Janet Schofield introducing us to herbs we can grow in Texas. several asked for the Herb brochure. See the file from AgriLife Extension Office. Thank you, - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2025-03-27 (From SEPO Facebook): DONATIONS REQUEST: Christmas for Jefferson Elementary 2nd graders - This is a request to all residents of Sunshine country Club Estates. I am planning a special Christmas for Jefferson Elementary 2nd graders(and possibly 1st). This school is 99%economically disadvantaged. My plan with your help will be to provide them each with a backpack filled with pencils, crayons erasers, coloring books, a toy from Santa and Mrs Claus...Barbies for the girls and a truck or car for the boys, a pillow and pillowcase(cases being made thanks to the quilting group), small stuffed animals, treats, and music. Many of you have already left for up north, if you find good deals on any of these items and would like to contribute, I can guarantee these children will be appreciative. I've experienced it in Brownsville. If you would prefer to contribute with a financial donation that will be used to purchase missing items or possibly cover another classroom, you can deposit a check earmarked for Jefferson but made out to me, Mary Hull or Pam Davis in the library. I have set up a checking account for this purpose only! I also have containers in the library for those of you that are full timers and want to drop them off. I almost forgot. It was suggested we put together a basket for the teachers as well . So tissue, hand sanitizer,kids scissors etc all are welcome. Thank you in advance for considering donating. And I will be in need of Santa's helpers that day. You'll never regret it. Let's bring Sunshine to some needy children. I will also post the above list of items requested in the library. I hope this can become an annual event. - Mary Hull (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2025-03-27 (From SEPO Facebook) :: Food Drive for SONshine Ministries in the Library - Food Drive for SONshine Ministries in the Library. If you are heading north and cleaning out the pantry, it is a good time to donate. - Rich Hulswit (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2025-03-27: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2025-03-21 - The 'UNAPPROVED' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Mar 21, 2025 are available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Lisa Perrier WC Secretary Sent 2025-03-26: REMINDER - Birthday Party Invite: Tony's turning 75 - REMINDER !!! Hey Everyone! Tony Tramel is turning 75 on Saturday, March 29. Stop by the Pavilion between 2 and 4 and share some snacks, cake and coffee. BYOB if you choose. No gifts! See you on the 29th. 🎂 - Paula Tramel Sent 2025-03-25: Shredding reminder - Reminder that there are two 95 gallon locked bins in the library for residents to dispose of confidential documents. The bins will be picked up on Thursday, March 27th so get those documents to the library as soon as possible. This is your last opportunity to utilize this service for 2025. - Tracy Wagner, SEPO Treasurer Sent 2025-03-25: WC: 2025-2026 Activities Signup sheets - I know we're not done partying this winter season. But I did want to let everyone know that the 'Committee signup sheets' for the Women's Club 2025-2026 events are now posted in the library. The listing of all current planned events for that timeframe is posted on the Sunshine website HERE . Please Note: A "Murder Mystery" event has been added for Feb 22, 2026. We're hoping and planning on having a successful season this coming fall & winter and into next spring. So please help us accomplish that by signing up to help and/or possibly chair any one or more of these events. Those of you who are heading north for the summer, have a safe journey and we'll be looking forward to seeing you all back here in the fall. And for those of you who are staying in Sunshine this summer, if you come up with a fun activity you'd like to do here in the community, let me know. I'm all ears! - Mary Hull, Women’s Club Activities Director 612-695-1600 mhull1055@gmail.com Sent 2025-03-25: WC End of Season Retro Party! - 🎉🕺 End of Season Retro Party Alert! 🕺🎉 Get ready to groove back in time! Join us on April 4th for a totally tubular End of Season Retro Party! 🌈✨ 🎭 Dress up in your favorite decade or come as you are! The more, the merrier! We’ll host an “Empty Your Refrigerator” potluck, so bring your culinary creativity! Expect laughter, dance-offs, and fun as DIEGO and EDITH will provide live entertainment! 🎶 💰 This event is free, but we’ll pass the hat for our talented artists – 🤑We will have a share the wealth- you are due to WIN!! Plus, we’ll have prizes for: 👗 Best Dressed 🏆 Best Twist Dance 🍽️ Most Creative Potluck Item Mayor Pro Tem, Mary David from Combes will even be here to judge the festivities! 🙌 🕒 Doors open at 3:45 PM, and the excitement kicks off at 4 PM! Tea and lemonade will be provided, but don’t forget to BYOB! Come join the fun and let’s make some unforgettable memories together! 🎈💖 #RetroParty #GoodVibesOnly Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Pam Davis, Women’s Club President Event Chairperson Sent 2025-03-22: Volunteer Luncheon Signup - The Volunteer Luncheon signup sheet is now available in the Library. If you have been one of our many dedicated volunteers this season with community activities and improvements, kindly add your name by this Friday, March 28th, to help us finalize the necessary arrangements. Thank you for your efforts in creating a joyful, beautiful, and safe community! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Thank you for all you do! Sincerely, Pam Davis. Women’s Club President Sent 2025-03-22: LOST: Two Items - I hadn't said anything previously because I thought these items may turn up in my house somewhere. But they haven't. So, if anyone found either of the items pictured below: a silver magnetic ankle bracelet OR a green beach towel holder I would love to have them returned - especially the ankle bracelet - no questions asked. Thank You. Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 1940 W Iowa Ave Sent 2025-03-22: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Mar 18, 2025: The home owned by Martie Boman, 1944 W Wisconsin Ave, is now "For Sale by Owner". - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-21: Strength and Exercise Equipment Training - Doug Snyder has graciously offered to train residents how to use the strength and exercise equipment. Class sizes are limited to five (5) people to ensure a good experience. We have a total of five (5) classes scheduled as follows: Monday, March 24 at 10:00 am; Tuesday, March 25 at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm; and Thursday, March 27 at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. The signup sheets for the classes are posted in the library as well as an additional sheet for those who cannot attend the classes, or the classes are full. Please be sure to include your name and phone number so that you can be contacted once additional classes are added. We are estimating the classes may be about 30 minutes. Since we have not yet held classes, it may go longer, we appreciate your flexibility. We have not determined training sessions for next season yet, but it may include videos on our website, monthly training by volunteers, etc. Information will be shared once it has been finalized. Thank you. - Deb DesLauriers-Eich Sent 2025-03-21: Birthday Party Invite: Tony's turning 75 - Hey Everyone! Tony Tramel is turning 75 on Saturday, March 29. Stop by the Pavilion between 2 and 4 and share some snacks, cake and coffee. BYOB if you choose. No gifts! See you on the 29th. 🎂 - Paula Tramel Sent 2025-03-20: Road Closure this morning (Mar 20): N Minnesota St - Good morning! We’re closing down Minnesota St. to one lane near the intersection with Kansas for about 4 hours this morning. We’re adding water to the pond on holes 1-2. If you can take another way around that area it would be a great help. Thx - Tom Perrier SEPO Board Sent 2025-03-20: Women's Club meeting reminder - Reminder: Women's Club meeting March 21st at 9:00 a.m in Retzlaff hall. Last meeting for the season. Looking forward to seeing everyone there. - Lisa Perrier-WC Secretary Sent 2025-03-19: REMINDER - Karaoke: Friday, Mar 21, 2025 @ 6 PM - Karaoke March 21 in the Hall @ 6:00pm. BYOB and snacks. - Phillip Lay Sent 2025-03-19: 2-Pager: 2024-2025 Updated - I'm working to get the final updates included in the 2-Pager for the 'almost over' 2024-2025 Sunshine Winter season. Don't ignore this document, because there are still several activities coming up in the next 2-3 weeks. It is on the Sunshine website HERE . Then I will be working with Valerie to create both the 2025 Summer AND the 2025-2026 Winter 2-pagers for the website. If you haven't submitted Activity Requests for the events you will be chairing/involved with for both of these upcoming seasons, please do so ASAP. HERE is what you need to do. Thx for your cooperation with this SEPO process. As always - see something wrong, say something. Thx - Beth Parrish Sunshine Website Admin sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-19: REMINDER: WC Sunshine In A Cup - Signup for the Women’s Club “ Sunshine In A Cup” tea party is still up until Friday We’re so looking forward to this. Hope you can join us! (See additional details below the poster in this email.) Note: tea attire is not required, but we will have hats to share if you’d like. If you have signed up, but have not paid, please put your payment in by this Friday too. - Lisa Perrier-Chairperson (from Facebook) Sent 2025-03-18: LOST - blue fitbit 5 watch and activity tracker - I lost a blue fitbit 5 watch and activity tracker Sunday while riding in my golf cart. I took it off and set it on the seat while working on my batteries. I forgot that it was there and when I returned from my ride, it was gone. If found, you can reach me on (248) 931 5000. Thanks, - Ron Ciotti Sent 2025-03-17: Golf Course - Monday - Manny and Joe will be doing greens work. Please skip the hole they are working on. - Scott Kronshage SEPO Board Director - Golf Course Sent 2025-03-16: SEPO Assets For Sale: Soundboard & Stand - SEPO Assets For Sale ”Dynacord PSX1250 Soundboard and Vocopro Wireless System” The items at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19VlNWbTAQyk8rVYM-apOrBEZVhiV25jh?usp=sharing (sold as one unit and includes the rolling wooden stand and cover) can be bid on by Sunshine residents beginning Tuesday, March 18, 2025. If interested, please write your name, phone number and bid amount on a sheet of paper and seal it in an envelope. “Soundboard Bid” should be written on the envelope. The envelopes may be given to Randy Davis or Valerie (in the office). Bidding will close on Tuesday, March 26, 2025, at 2pm. The highest bidder will be contacted that day. An email will be sent to the community notifying everyone who won the bidding. If this equipment fails to receive a bid, the Board will vote on how to dispose of it. - SEPO Board of Directors Sent 2025-03-16: Streets: Reflectors etc - I’ve had some questions about the reflectors that were added to a few of the streets in Sunshine. Last February ‘24 I posted that I would be adding signs and other visuals to the streets. These reflectors were added to the streets near speed limit signs to bring attention to them, there aren’t any speed bumps coming to these area’s. And I want to say thank you for the many supportive conversations I’ve had regarding these efforts to encourage slower speeds in Sunshine! Thx - Tom Perrier, SEPO Board - Area 2 Sent 2025-03-15: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes, Mar 10, 2025 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Mar 10, 2025 Board Meeting (Reg) can be accessed directly from this link AND viewed/printed from HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Gay Paxton, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-03-15: 2025-2026 Activities approved by the Board now on Sunshine website - I very quickly updated the Sunshine website today (Mar 14) with all of the Meetings & Activities for the 2025-2026 Winter Season that were approved by the Board at the March 10, 2025 Board Mtg (Reg). The key word in the previous paragraph is 'quickly' . So, if ANYONE finds ANYTHING that isn't correct, please notify me immediately. My contact info is below. I am working with the SEPO Office to get other approved items for this upcoming 2025 Summer and the 2025-2026 Winter season on the website. They key pages of interest at this time, and in the priority order they were approved by the Board, are: 2025-2026 Board & Resident meetings Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) Architectural Control Committee (ACC) Meetings Women's Club Activities/Events You can get to all four of these links by clicking on the EVENTS tab and clicking on 'Events Legend By Year' . If anyone has any questions and/or technical issues with the website, please contact. me. - Beth Parrish Sunshine Website Admin sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-15: Karaoke: Friday, Mar 21, 2025 @ 6 PM - Karaoke March 21 in the Hall @ 6:00pm. BYOB and snacks. Phillip Lay Sent 2025-03-15: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Mar 10, 2025: The asking price for the home owned by Scott and Anita Woodward, 4217 North Missouri Street, has been reduced. On Mar 11, 2025: The asking price for the home owned by Jim Bilot & Barbara Young,1913 W Montana Ave, has been reduced. The asking price for the home owned by Frank Leal & Diana Girard, 4104 N Missouri Street, has been reduced. On Mar 13 , 2025: The asking price for the home owned by Mirtala Boman, 1944 W Wisconsin Ave, has been reduced. - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-14: REMINDER: Women's Club Meeting - Women's Club Meeting March, 21st 9 AM Retzlaff Hall. This is the last Women's Club meeting for the season. Mark your calendars and join us for refreshments & goodies. Thank you. Lisa Perrier -WC secretary Sent 2025-03-14: WC High Tea Party signup - "Sunshine In A Cup High Tea Party" Virtual signup will begin Friday MARCH 14TH at 4:00 p.m in the library. Please note that the signup sheet will have a spot to note if you have a tea cup. Event details: When: Sunday March 23, 2025 Where: Retzlaff Hall Time: 1:00 P.M Cost: $10.00 (includes traditional high tea treats. It will also include an Earl Grey and Hibiscus tea.) Due to limited space this is limited to women only. Virtual signup will open up in the library on March 14, 2025. Wear your favorite tea attire! If you don’t have a hat, we will have some available. Bring your favorite teacup, but if you don’t have one, don’t worry-we’ll have plenty to share. We look forward to sharing tea, treats and great company with you. - Lisa Perrier-Chairperson Sent 2025-03-13: Spectrum will be working in Sunshine tonight, Mar 13, 2025 - Heads up for all, Tonight a tech from Spectrum will be working in Sunshine trying to improve the network. He’ll be in at midnight, possibly for several hours. During this time the Spectrum service will be down. Thx - Tom Perrier, SEPO Board Area 2 Sent 2025-03-12: Large Mail Package Delivery location has changed - Starting today (Mar 12) all 'large' mail packages that do not fit in your mailbox will be delivered to the Billiards Room and will no longer be going into the multi-purpose room. The Billiards Room is in the 'Sunburst' building, along with the Fitness Room and the Card Room. If you are facing the mailboxes, the Billiards Room door is just to their left. They keypad code to each of these three rooms has not changed. - Scott Kronshage, SEPO Board Sent 2025-03-11: CORRECTION - VIDEO: Residents' Mtg, Mar 11, 2025 - The video from the Mar 11, 2025 Residents' Meeting is now available for viewing directly from this link AND on the Sunshine Web site HERE . NOTE per Beth Parrish: There were three minutes of dead time right after the meeting was called to order during which the microphones were being set up. Beth Parrish was able to delete that dead time from the recording in order to maintain the continuity of the meeting. This is being noted so those of you who were physically in attendance at the meeting don't wonder - what in the world is going on. 😊😊😊 Please contact Gay Paxton with any issues/questions about the meeting. Please contact Beth Parrish for any technical issues with watching the video. - Gay Paxton, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-03-11: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Reg) Mar 10, 2025 - The video from the Mar 10, 2025 Regular Board meeting is available on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND directly from this LINK . Please contact Beth Parrish with any technical / website issues/questions. Please contact Gay Paxton with any meeting content questions. - Gay Paxton, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-03-11: Shredding notification - On March 18th, two 95 gallon locked bins will be delivered to our library for residents to dispose of personal confidential documents. Please limit your personal documents to one banker's box. We will make exceptions for SEPO related items, such as past officers wanting to dispose of confidential paperwork. It was suggested at today's board meeting that if past officers are unsure if documents should be shredded, they should bring those documents to current board members for review before tossing them in the bin. The bins will be in the library for approximately one week. - Tracy Wagner, SEPO Board Treasurer sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2025-03-10: Storage gate not operating - The storage area gate will remain open and accessible to all until at least tomorrow. Please ensure your RVs, boats, vehicles, and sheds are securely locked. Attempts to repair the gate in house have failed (batteries replaced and further analysis conducted). We expect the gate repair company to arrive tomorrow (Tuesday). Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will keep you posted. - Lisa Seiser, SEPO Board Sent 2025-03-10: Men’s Golf League - !!!Reminder!!! Men’s Golf League resumes tomorrow March 11th with the usual 8:30 or 10:15 tee times. The Men’s League Tournament awards presentation will be at 11:30 in the pavilion. Along with the cash awards pizza, beer and cookies will be served. All paid league golfers are urged to attend!! See you all tomorrow. - Matt Lyne Sent 2025-03-10: Sunshine Garden Club Reminder - Sunshine Garden Club Get Together coming up this Tuesday, March 11th, at 5:00 in Retzlaff Hall. We will have Janet Scofield as the presenter on herbs. Debbie will have herbs to purchase and Susanne will be making dessert. Come join us for our last get together for the season. Thank you all for your support. - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2025-03-09: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Mar 3, 2025: The home owned by Rick Whitley (formerly by John Whitley), 1924 W Michigan Drive, is For Sale. - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-08: O'Clockers Golf Scramble: Time Change - The o’clockers golf scramble will be moved to 5:00 on Sunday March 9th. This is due to Daylight Savings Time going into effect. Event open to all golfers in community. No charge. Just a fun time. - Donna Myers (From Facebook) Sent 2025-03-08: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Financials for 02/28/2025 - The Unapproved Financial Reports for 02/28/25 are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . If anyone has any questions, feel free to email them to sepotreasurer@gmail.com . - Tracy Wagner, Treasurer for Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2025-03-08: UNAPPROVED: SEPO FINAL Financials for 01/31/2025 - "The final financial reports for 01/31/2025 are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . The changes are highlighted and explanations are notated." If anyone has any questions, feel free to email them to sepotreasurer@gmail.com . - Tracy Wagner, Treasurer for Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2025-03-07: Reminder of Saturday’s Events - This is a little reminder that our community garage sale is happening tomorrow (Saturday) from 7 AM to 2 PM. After 2 PM, Sonshine Ministries will be available to collect any donations you may have at your curbside. Additionally, in honor of International Women’s Day and to celebrate the incredible women of Sunshine Country Club Estates, the Women's Club will be offering complimentary pastries and coffee in the library from 7:30 AM to 10 AM (while supplies last). Ladies, we invite you to stop by and grab your free pastry. Your contributions to our community are truly appreciated! Sincerely, Pam Davis, Women’s Club President 214-516-4844 Sent 2025-03-07: Easter Sunrise Service - Mark your calendars! Our Easter Sunrise Service at the gazebo is on Sunday, April 20th at 8 AM. Chaplain Larry Allen will be officiating.. We hope to see you there! Sincerely, Pam Davis Sent 2025-03-05: FOUND: Pit Boss pellet grill cover - During the high wind on Monday night, a large Pit Boss pellet grill cover blew into our yard. We have it in our garage if someone would like to claim it. - Jerry Wetherbee Sent 2025-03-05: Golf Course Closure: Thu, Mar 6, 2025 - The Men’s Golf League tournament ended in a three-way tie for Overall Low Net. There will be a 9-hole playoff tomorrow (Thursday, March 6), at 1:00 pm between Gary Price, Gene Campbell and Dave Draper. - Jerry Wetherbee Please give them the space they deserve. No group behind them or in front - at least 2 hole spacing. Please no play from 12:45 until 1:30. - Scott Kronshage, SEPO Board Director -Golf Course Sent 2026-03-04: MINUTES: Birding and Nature Club Meeting on Feb 3, 2025 - Birding and Nature Club Meeting February 3, 2025 Meeting called to order by Tom Stone. Discussion of minutes from Jan. 6, 2025. Motion to accept, Deb; second, Mike. Approved. Financial Report, Miles: Balance $4374.73. Discussion; motion to accept, second. Approved. Old Business: Bird feeding. New feeder working well. An additional $350.00 in funds was allocated to the garden club so the fence would be properly constructed. Texas Ave. Project: Backfill was added before the fence posts were set. Thank you to Mike for managing this project. And thank you to all who contributed to the successful completion of this undertaking. This addition will really add to the overall beauty of this garden. New Business: Bird sightings. Many of our migratory birds are returning to the Valley. Redwing Blackbird. March 21 is the date for our field trip to Santa Ana. We will meet at the library parking lot at 7AM and depart at 7:30. Arrive at Santa Ana at 8:30 in order to secure a guide. Cost is $5.00 per car. Walk- a- bout with Ralph, Saturday, Feb 15, 8:30 at the gazebo, in conjunction with the Great American Bird Count, Feb. 14-17. Next meeting we will Welcome Keith Hackland as our guest speaker, 7PM at Retzlaff Hall. Keith is an avid birder and Naturalist and owns and operates the Alamo Inn in Alamo, Texas. Keith hosts birders from around the world and will have many interesting tales to tell. Motion to adjourn, Deb; second, Karen. - Deb Jones, Secretary, Birding and Nature Club Sent 2025-03-04: International Women’s Day - Ladies!! Come help us celebrate you on International Women’s Day this Saturday!! we will have free pastries and coffee in the Library for all of our beautiful women of Sunshine from 8:30AM until 10AM.🥰💃 Sincerely, - Pam Davis, Women’s Club President, 214-516-4844 Sent 2025-03-04: No March Neighborhood Watch meeting !!!!! - Dear Friends Because of a conflict on Monday 17 March (St Patrick's Day), we shall call off the Neighborhood Watch meeting at 3p - Monday 17 March. See ya on April 21st. Also, the CERT class was postponed for now as Fire Chief Darrel Loftus is doing a new class of Firefighters and he is very busy. But count on your return in the Fall for a class. A class is usually 5 or so weeks (usually one weekly 4 hour class) Well worth the time & effort. Our books are even ready for us. I still have your names and we can probably take a few more. Anyway, y'all have a safe trip home. BTW - Over at Encore Resort ..... a man had a heart attack, dropped on the floor, one of the NW folks started CPR, another called EMS and ----- the man is alive and well. He was taken to the hospital - is stable and doing well. So if anyone needed a push to take a class on CPR - you just had it. I'll be around if anyone has questions. PS: The Police Department will most likely have a Citizens Police Academy in the Fall - if you're interested. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2025-03-04: AGENDAS: Board Mtg (Reg), Mar 10, 2025 & Residents' Mtg, Mar 11, 2025 - Both @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Mar 10, 2025 Board Meeting (Regular) at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE AND on the Sunshine website HERE . The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Mar 11, 2025 Residents' Meeting at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE AND on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will also be posting these agendas outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Gay Paxton, SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2025-03-03: Community Wide Garage Sale - 🎉🌞 SUNSHINE GARAGE SALE ! 🌞🎉 Join us on March 8th for the Sunshine Country Club Estates Community Wide Garage Sale! 🏡✨ 🕙 Time: 7AM to 2PM 🛍️ Where: Throughout our lovely community 🙏 Sonshine Ministries will pick up all donated items at 2:15PM left on your curb. Get ready to hunt for treasures, snag some amazing deals, and connect with your neighbors! 👫 💛 Spread the word & get your friends! Let's make it a day to remember! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Pam Davis, 214–516–4844 Sent 2025-03-01: MARKET: Homes For Sale or Rent (Weekly Update) - This past week, the following updates were made to Homes for Sale / Rent on the Sunshine MARKET . For Sale On Mar 1, 2025: The home owned by Keith and Linda Axvig, 4248 North Minnesota Street , is For Sale - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2025-03-01: Shrimp Boil signup ends Monday morning - The Shrimp Boil signup sheet will be taken down on Monday morning. - Cindy Hulswit, 701 318-0444 Back to Top

Here you will find E-Mails that have been sent to the SEPO Community in Jun 2019. NOTE: All SEPO E-Mails sent concerning the rains in June 2019 can be found here . Several e-mails were added daily so please view them if you haven't already seen them or if you need a refresher on the information that was sent out. Thx - Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) Sent 06-30-2019: 4th of July Potluck! - Hey Everyone, We will be having a potluck dinner on Thursday, July 4th. Social hour will start at 4:30 and we will eat at 5:00 pm. Coffee, tea, and plates etc. will be provided. Bring a dish to share with everyone. If you know any new neighbors, or someone who doesn't have email, please let them know. I can be reached at 719-468-4556 if you have any questions or comments. Thanks, and see you on the 4th! Marian Young Sent 06-29-2019: Resident Death - I was just informed that long time resident Konnie Gush passed away at 4 PM today, June 29, 2019. She is going to be cremated. Services will not be held at this time but will be down the road. When/If I get informed of additional information I will pass it along to the community. Beth Parrish Sent 06-29-2019: Pea Rock - free - just get it yourself - Dear Friends: A posting from the McCorkle's: 1957 W Iowa Ave (918 915 0671) - They plan to plant grass and are going to replace the Pea Rock - therefore the offer. PEA ROCK - 650 square feet - hardly used If you wish to take advantage of the offer, please notify them for the details, otherwise just pass the word. Thanks. Lenore J Combs Sent 06-28-2019: Residential Palm Tree Trimming Update - Due to Flooding and wet golf course the trimming has been postponed and will be taken care of tomorrow morning 06/29/19 as per Mr. Dimas. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 06-23-2019: Resident death - Dear Friends, Jerry Bressler passed away this morning (23 June 2019) per Marilyn. Lenore J Combs Sent 06-20-2019: Ro Garrett's 90th - Rosalie “Ro” Garrett will be 90 years young on Thursday, June 27. An Open House will be held at Cambridge Fire Dept., 303 S East Rd, Cambridge, IL from 1 pm to 3 pm on Sunday, June 30. Friends and family are invited to attend. Cards can be sent to: 1317 Nelson Ave Galesburg, IL 61401 Thank you, Bonnie Fransene Sent 06-19-2019: Sunshine Being Advertised - Hi Again - While we are on the subject of Sunshine 'being advertised' I wanted you all to know that my efforts last winter paid off and we are listed on the following site (www.55places.com/texas/communities/sunshine-country-club-estates ) as well as having our own Web site. If any of you are aware of any other free sites that you would like to see info about Sunshine listed on - send me the site name and/or site address. Thanks Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club E-News E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 06-19-2019: ACTION REQUIRED: Sunshine Homes for SALE on Web site Hi Everyone - I hope you are all enjoying your summer. Apparently our 'advertising' Web site is working. Last month I received inquiries on whether Sunshine had any houses for Rent. So I solicited your input and set up a 'For Rent' page. This week I got inquiries concerning homes/lots for sale. Therefore, I've decided to go ahead and list any information you sellers would like posted to the Web. If you want your contact info out that send me that. If you want to point them in the direction of your Realtor, send me that. At this time, no pictures please. Let's see how this goes and I will consider expanding the info at a later date. The Web page is (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sale-rent ). So send me your info and I'll get it on the Web. Let's get all of those For Sale signs out of your yards. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club E-News E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 06-16-2019: Neighborhood Watch Meeting tomorrow 3pm Retzlaff Hall - Dear Friends: Hope to see you tomorrow for NW meeting. 3pm 😊🕒 The documents you will need for the meeting are on the Web site and can be downloaded by clicking on the links below. NW CERT Agenda (06-17-2019) NW CERT National Night Out (August 2019) Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 06-11-2019: SUMMER POTLUCK (June 2019) - Apologies for late notice. Our next Potluck will be THIS Thursday the 13th of Jun. Jean Fredericks Sent 06-10-2019: Ice Cream Social Turn Out - A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and participated at the ice cream social for Lupe. There was a great turn out, over 100 residents came by and the home made ice cream was awesome. Lupe was surprised and very much appreciative of every ones support. Thank you Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 06-09-2019: NW - CERT "How to Safeguard Your Home Against Crime & Burglary" - Dear Friends, You can find a general list of suggestions from Sgt. Michael Brooks HPD by clicking on this title How to Safeguard Your Home against Crime and Burglary etc. SCCE has Operation ID already in place. Information and Inventory Lists are on the NW bulletin board in the Library. Along with a "property list", it is advised to make a photo CD of your stuff - the Insurance people will luv it. Call me for further info. Report All Suspicious Activity 956 216 5940 This is a non-emergency phone number to the Police Department. You will speak with a person - so please have your details ready. What - where - when - how - why etc. If you have an emergency or crime in progress call 911 Crime in progress: who - where - what - any weapons etc. DO NOT INTERVENE! Medical emergency: what- are they breathing, are they conscious, are they bleeding know your location - any other pertinent info. Also - a word about weather..... June - November = Hurricane Season According to a 30 year average prediction, there are 14 named storms, 6 predicted hurricanes including 2 major. There are Disaster materials in the Library for you. - Be Prepared! By the way, while on Patrol, your Neighborhood Watch became aware of lots of potential "flying stuff" laying around - especially in the Storage Lot. And is your shed tied down according to standards? Please be proactive and be prepared. 😊 Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 06-07-2019: Tree Trimming - The time is here to start Palm tree trimming at Sunshine Estates. If you have any palms on your property that need trimming please give me a call to the office so we can add you to the list at $17.00 a palm. Thank you Valerie Basaldua, Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 06-07-2019: Sunshine Woodshop - June Hours - It's Summer time and like everything else in Sunshine, the woodshop slows down in the summer. In spite of the summer heat, the woodshop Monitors are making an extra effort to keep the woodshop available. For the month of June the shop will be open: Tuesdays 9:00 until Noon Tuesdays 1:00 until 3:00 Thursdays 9:00 until Noon Fridays 9:00 until Noon In fairness to the Monitors, if there is little activity, they may close early, so if you wait until 5 minutes before closing time you may be disappointed. If you have a crisis need, you can contact any Monitor to find a time other than the above. Enjoy the summer. Pat Harvey Sent 06-07-2019: Lupe Garza- Big Thank You - Hi Everybody, this is Lupe. I would like to express my sincere thanks, gratitude and love to my friends at Sunshine Country Club Estates. I want to thank each and everyone for all your prayers for a safe and speedy recovery, and all the beautiful cards sent. It brought me joy to know that I am cared for and MISSED. I just want you all to know that my next check up with my doctor is on June the 14th and at that time I will know when I can safely return back to work. Hope to see you all very soon. Sincerely, Lupe Sent 06-03-2019: NOTE: THIS PERTAINS TO ALL SUNSHINE RESIDENTS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY (Lupe Fundraiser) - You were all informed about Lupe's surgery in SEPO e-mails sent on May 19 & 22, 2019. If you didn't see them or don't remember the circumstances they are on the Sunshine Web site here (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-e-mails-2019-05 ) for you to review. As it turns out Lupe is going to be off work for medical reasons longer than anticipated, and that extra time off will unfortunately be without pay. Therefore, if you would like to help with her situation, here's how you can do it. Those residents who are physically living at Sunshine right now will be able to attend a Fund Raiser for Lupe at Retzlaff Hall on Saturday, June 8 at 3:30 PM. There will be varieties of homemade Ice Cream and Cookies (YUM) . You can make your contribution at that time. OR if you don't want to attend or are not at Sunshine right now you can follow Step 2 below. You may contribute to Lupe's situation by sending a check - Make the check out to Lupe Garza (but DO NOT send it to her) Instead - send your check to: SEPO office 1957 W Michigan Dr. Harlingen TX, 78550-3108 You all know how much Lupe means to us and what a fantastic person and employee she is. So please be generous at this time. Also - If you know of anyone not on this e-mail list, please let them know about all of this. Thanks Sherri Gardner / Beth Parrish Sent 06-01-2019: Do you have a house in Sunshine for Rent - I've received inquiries this summer from people in various parts of the US wanting to know if there were any houses for rent in Sunshine. So I've decided it might be a good idea to list available rentals on our Web site - just as long as those wanting to rent their home keep me informed when they do get rented and also when they open up for rental again . This will also help Valerie to keep the 'Renters Directory', which is posted on the Web site under the Residents/Password Required tab, up-to-date. The current 'Renters Directory' on the Web site is OUT OF DATE. If you currently have changes to this information, please notify both Valerie and myself. So if anyone wants me to post their available Rentals on the Web site please send me the information you would like a potential renter to see i.e., your contact info, months house is available, price, pictures of your house etc. That information will be located here (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/for-rent ). You will notice we already have one available rental listed there. Questions? Contact Beth Parrish. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 06-01-2019: Brett Hamill (former resident) Passing - Our deepest sympathy to Pam and the family of former resident Brett Hamill who passed away the morning of May 31. Beth Parrish Sent 06-01-2019: Everett Kompelien Passing - For those of you who havent' heard Everett Kompelien passed away on May 26. His obituary can be found here ( www.johnsonfuneralservice.com/obituary/everett-kompelien ). Our deepest sympathy goes out to Emalie and the rest of their family. Beth Parrish Back to Top

SEPO Board Nominating & Election Committees For 2021 Board Election Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., (SEPO) governs Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE). (The following information is presented in chronological order within EACH Committee .) Election Committee Actvity for 2021 (Complete) Bottom of Page Nominating Committee Activity for 2021 (Complete) Nominating & Election Committees Index Election Committee Actvity for 2021 (Complete) ELECTION COMMITTEE ACTIVITY Newsletter 2021-01: Election Committee Chairman - Chuck McEvoy has graciously consented to help us with the process by chairing this committee. Jim Kennedy SEPO Board President Sent 2021-01-11: AMENDED - 2021 SEPO board nominees: - 2021 SEPO board nominees (Amended): Dana Weise Beth Parrish Larry Keller Jean Burgoine Lenore Combs Chuck McEvoy, Election Chairman Sent 2021-01-11: NEED TO READ IMMEDIATELY: What Address do you want your SEPO Board Ballot sent to?- Please see below - And DO NOT reply to sepoenews as it make double work for your enews manager. Thx. Beth Parrish Ballots for the 2021 SEPO Board of Directors of election will be mailed out on Saturday, January 16. If you would like your election packet sent to an address other than your Harlingen address , please send Valerie an email with that address. Her email address is: sepo.office@gmail.com Chuck McEvoy SEPO 2021 Board Elections Committee Chairman ******************** Back to Top Nominating Committee Activity for 2021 (Complete) NOMINATING COMMITTEE ACTIVITY Oct 16, 2020: In preparation for the February 2021 SEPO Board election - The Nominating Committee is progressing very nicely. Dana Weiss will be heading the Committee and may be reached at 775-470-9057 by phone or text. We thank Dana for his help. The other committee members are Bill Peterson & Dan Danks. There are four board positions open for election. The following board members are completing their first term (or ending their time as replacement for a member of the Board who resigned): Jim Kennedy, Frank Tewell, Neil Morehead and Jerry Drost. Jim Kennedy SEPO Board President Nov 3, 2020: The SEPO Board Nominating Committee for the 2021 Board election is - Dana Weise, Chairman: 775-470-9057 Bill Peterson: 309-945-2108 Dan Danks: 507-236-2951 Dave Fleiner: 808-269-0948 Please contact one of us if interested in running for the SEPO Board. Dana Weise, Nominating Committee Chairman Nov 5, 2020 (via SEPO E-Mail E-News): SEPO Board Nominating Committee (2021) - Update and Request - Hi Everyone – My name is Dana Weise and I am Chairing the 2021 SEPO Board Nominating Committee. Dan Danks and Bill Peterson are working with me on this committee. I know this e-mail is lengthy. However, I hope it gives everyone a better idea of our current situation. Please read through to the end and help us out, if at all possible. To refresh everyone on how this committee works here is an excerpt from the Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE) By-Laws (located on the Web site HERE ) . The following is from the - BYLAWS OF SUNSHINE ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. A PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION A NON-PROFIT CORPORATION 1957 West Michigan Drive Harlingen, TX 78550 ARTICLE VI-COMMITTEES Nominations and Ballots 6.01 The Board of Directors shall, at least sixty (60) days before the election, appoint a Nominating Committee of three (3) to five (5) members to submit a slate of nominees for Directors to be placed on a ballot for hand delivery or mailing to members. The nominating committee shall post its selection of Nominees at least ten (10) days prior to the January Meeting of Residents and Directors. The Committee shall submit its nominations to the members at the January meeting of Residents and Directors and nominations from the floor will be accepted. The Board shall thereupon validate the status of members, as defined under Article II herein, and cause the committee report to be posted on the Club House bulletin board for a ten (10) day period. At or about noon of the tenth day the report will be removed from the bulletin board. A paper ballot shall be prepared, under the direction of the Board of Directors, to include the nominations of Directors and other items authorized to appear on the ballot. See this Web page ongoing for additional information and next steps. To update you on our progress in getting possible Board nominees, our committee has been speaking to many residents about the upcoming ‘four’ positions that will be available on the Board. While attempting to recruit potential candidates, the responses have been less than favorable to take on this position/duty, at least in the number of residents I have personally spoken to. I have gotten some good assistance and advise from residents who have lived here in Sunshine CCE for many years, who have either been previous Board members or have run for the Board in the past. The comments and advice I have received have been enlightening and have helped me better understand how the Board’s (volunteer positions) can be somewhat demanding and time consuming for many of them wanting or accepting to take the time they feel is required. This is something I had expected when I was asked to head-up the committee. I graciously accepted the challenge and recruited a couple other residents to assist me with the search for (committed and reliable) residents who: Would have some true and sincere interest in accepting a nomination. Are willing to work together as a Team Player with the other Board Members. Would put forth their best efforts to help and keep this fantastic community that we are all partnered with (as residents). Would continue making this Development, in all aspects, the same beautiful and appealing community we all like and enjoy. Would be Proud to be a part of the highly successful environment it is today. A VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE OF THIS E-MAIL FOLLOWS. PLEASE READ COMPLETELY. I and the rest of the committee are asking ALL RESIDENTS if any of you have any interest at all in partaking in becoming a Board Member? I would like to make it a Private and Confidential sit-down/meet in person with me and the other committee members to discuss and answer each of your questions, concerns and responsibilities of the Position of becoming a Board Member. Hopefully, this may provide a more comfortable atmosphere for both those of you who have resided in Sunshine for some time, as well as the newer residents. Confidentiality, I believe, is the key ingredient so that no one will know who the nominees are until it is deemed necessary to announce them prior to election voting. An isolated/private location will be determined at a later date. I am also willing to sit down with any resident (in Private) to listen to everyone’s advice and/or opinions to HELP make this a successful process. Thank you for your assistance in helping our committee finalize the best possible Candidates for Sunshine Country Club Estates! Kindest regards, Dana Weise SEPO Board Nominating Committee Chairperson (2020) Address: 4312 N. Minnesota St Phone: (775)-470-9057 Sent Dec 24, 2020: REVISION, Meet and Greet: SEPO Board Candidates & Residents - The Nominating Committee for the SEPO Board of Directors will be hosting a “Meet and Greet” for the candidates and residents of Sunshine Estates on Wed, Dec 30, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Texas Ave. This event is designed for the residents to meet the candidates, ask questions and have a conversation before the election is held. These elections directly affect every resident in this community, as the Board of Directors is tasked with making critical decisions for our community. Use your voice! We strongly encourage all residents to attend if possible. Please mark your calendar and take advantage of this one-time opportunity to meet. This event is being held outside, with COVID-19 guidelines being enforced. The plan is for the candidates to be in golf carts along Texas Ave. Don't forget your masks. Let's have a safe event! Dana Weise 2021 SEPO Board Nominating Committee Chairman ************************* Sent Dec 26, 2020: 2021 SEPO Board Candidates - The 2020 SEPO Board Nomination Committee is pleased to submit the following candidate names in alphabetic order for the 2021 election of the SEPO Board of Directors. We encourage the current Board of Directors to include their names in the 2021 ballot. The nominating committee will make that motion during the January 2021 Board of Directors meeting. Dan Danks Dawn Rae Leonard William (Bill) Peterson Dana Weise Dana Weise 2020 SEPO Board Nomination Committee Chairman ******************** Back to Top Nominating & Election Committees Index Board Nominating & Election Committees Index Bottom of Page

Here you will find E-Mails that have been sent to the SEPO Community in July 2019. NOTE: All SEPO E-Mails sent concerning the rains in June 2019 can be found here . Several e-mails were added daily so please view them if you haven't already seen them or if you need a refresher on the information that was sent out. Thx - Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) Sent 07-25-2019: POTLUCK - Save next Thursday, Aug 1 for a POTLUCK. Same as usual, Retzlaff Hall, Social at 4:30. Eat at 5:30. Marian Young and Jean Fredericks Sent 07-23-2019: Palm Tree Trimmer no Longer for Hire - Mr. Dimas has just completed all the palm tree trimming and I want to apologize that it has taken over two months to get this done. It has been like pulling teeth with this man. Therefore, Sunshine Estates will no longer hire him for any trimming nor will we refer him to any of our residents. If you are still in need of any sort of trimming you can get a hold of Azael @ 956-454-9932 Or Call the office and I should have information for another Trimmer. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-22-2019: Dick Shelton Update - It would seem my back surgery has gone very well I am up walking around doing small exercises. Kidneys are working which was of course a big concern and I am moving from the hospital to the rehab center on Monday. Dick Shelton Sent 07-22-2019: Water Works Outage - You may or may not be affected by the water outage today. Harlingen waterworks will be disconnecting the water today for about two hours in order to replace a fire hydrant valve, taking place on Minnesota Street. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-20-2019: Jan Pemberton Update #2 - The latest on Jan PEMBERTON is that she is in HARLINGEN Medical Center with Pneumonia. Planning on sending her to Retama Nursing Home. Their daughter, Greta, is here much to Ron’s relief. Keep praying for healing. Lorraine Lewis Sent 07-19-2019: Doug Almond - Doug has successfully recovered from bacterial pneumonia (staph) and a hospital stay and continues to recover at home despite the flood that did not affect our home (God is good). Linda Almond Sent 07-19-2019: Dee Novak Upd #3 - Dee is in room 205 at Harlingen Medical Center and is in good spirits. She is waiting to go to Retama for rehab. Please continue your prayers and sending get well wishes! Cathy Richmond Sent 07-19-2019: Ann Hudgions - Ann had successful back surgery on July 11 and is in Mercedes for extended rehab. She would appreciate your prayers and positive thoughts! Cathy Richmond Sent 07-19-2019: For Sale: Tickets for Shrek, The Musical on July 20, 2019 We have four tickets to Shrek, The Musical showing at the Harlingen Community Theatre located at FairPark Avenue. Picture of the tickets can be found here . Time: 7:30 pm - gives you time for dinner then the show Where: Harlingen Community Theater, FairPark Avenue When: Saturday, July 20 Price: $20 a ticket Contact: Tom and Debbie Gossman Address: 1952 W Iowa Avenue Phone: 956 371-9299 (Please leave message) Have a great and wonderful time enjoying this night out. Thank you. Tom and Debbie Gossman 956 371-9299 Sent 07-19-2019: Jan Pemberton Update - Jan was picked up about 6:30 pm Thu evening, July 18, taking her to Harlingen medical by ambulance. Bob Saylor Sent 07-18-2019: Prayers needed for Ron and JAN PEMBERTON - Jan was discharged From Valley Baptist Hospital on Tuesday after spending five days there. She is being treated for a severe infection. I’m sure that she needs our prayers for healing , perhaps visits, cards, offers of help, or anything else you can do for them. Lorraine Lewis Sent 07-18-2019: If your msg to SEPOENEWS is time sensitive - Hi Everyone - I am on my PC a lot. But if you send me something to send to the community that is Time Sensitive and I haven't sent it out by the time you need it to be sent, please text or call me at 314 960 6710 and, if at all possible, I will get it out immediately. But also remember, if at all possible, please send your emails to me so that I have some time to get your notice and send it out before the information gets stale. Thanks Beth Parrish Sent 07-15-2019: Neighborhood Watch update 17 July 2019 - Dear Friends, Combes has a current truck route for our flood stuff - they will be in here for debris pick up shortly (Combes section) Harlingen water - there is an "out of order" collar on our fire plug. Called Hgn yesterday - they are looking into it. Systems were purged and chemicals checked but I don't know results and the plan. 🚔 🚒 🚑 🚁 🚲 🚤 National Night Out Tuesday 6 August 6- 8p at Lon C Hill Park just passed the Police Department on Fair Park Blvd. Would you please support this. John and I have a family reunion and will be out of town. The PD has arranged for a shady spot with tables and chairs (bring your lawn chair if u wish). You don't have to be a NW or CERT volunteer, just come and sit a bit, share your stories and our NW endeavors with Harlingen residents. easy and fun. All LE and Emergency will strut their stuff, free food, music - great night to send the Bad Guys a message. Photo op - in a cartel Corvette now a Police car ! Combes will probably have their National Night Out in September.- so good practice Got word thru a Veterans group that Habitat for Humanity has a Disaster Recovery Program. They are accepting applications from affected families who may be eligible for assistance. It is not only for Veterans - it is a eligibility thing. You may be able to receive assistance with replacement and installation of insulation, drywall, sofas, mattresses, box springs, fridges, and stoves. www.habitatrgv.org hansel@habitatrgv.org 956 686 7455 📝CERT Class starting - 20 hours Harlingen Fire Dept Contact Lenore 956 245 1276 Sat 27 July 8a - 5p Sat 3 Aug 8-5 Sat 10 Aug 8 - 12n (mock drill) & lunch Stay tuned for more details. Community Emergency Response Team - hold down the fort until the professionals arrive! Light Search & Rescue, Fire Safety, Disaster Medical Ops, Disaster Psychology - all good stuff to know for a rainy day. Taught by the CERT Team and the Harlingen Firefighters. free 😊 Let's hear it for our Neighborhood Watch who have persevered thru floods and 'skeeters for our safety and security. THANKS heroes. Please be watchful for "vendors" coming in. Vendor vehicles should be properly ID'd with an Orange Card from Neighborhood Watch via you or from the Office. They could be Bad Guys in disguise. There is a No Soliciting sign at the Front Gate. Call the Cops for your concern or at least get the PLATE etc. 📄 Suspicious Activity 956 216 5940 Sunshine depends on each one of us in this time - actually all the time.. RIP ❤ Konnie Gush - Ambassador Emeritus NW Vendor Program Thank you --Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator NW - CERT Sent 07-16-2019: Pool Rm / Card Rm Update - We will have to arrange another date for the stripping/waxing of the floors due to technical difficulties. The pool room and card room will be open for use on 7/16/2019. We will notify you when SEPO will resume work. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-15-2019: Neighborhood Watch meeting Monday 3pm Retz Hall - Dear Friends, Please take time out of your busy hot day and enjoy ice cream and a meeting. Meeting Agenda can be found here: https://static.wixstatic.com/ugd/2851bf_dce56284f05042e3adad02ee98de9430.docx -Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 07-15-2019: House for Sale in Sunshine - I was informed yesterday that the home of Tony & Sue Trahan is for sale. I have listed it along with the contact info on the Web site here. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club E-News E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 07-15-2019: Former Resident turns 103 - Former resident Clarence Eich will turn 103 years young on Tuesday, July 16. On Sunday many members of his family helped him celebrate his birthday, including current residents Duane & Mary and Dennis & Jean Eich. He has often mentioned how much he loved his time at Sunshine and how happy he is that his two oldest sons are currently enjoying Sunshine Estates. See his party picture by clicking here: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2851bf_ca0fc6733cc0444a9d0747cd17c9a506~mv2_d_3264_2448_s_4_2.jpg Jean Eich Sent 07-12-2019: Memorial Fund - Dear Sunshine Residents - few people have inquired about this subject, so I hope this will help. SEPO MEMORIAL FUND COMMITTEE- The purpose is to provide a means to honor the departed loved ones of the community and give a lasting tribute here among friends and neighbors. When you enter the library door, directly to your right you will see the Memorial Fund Committee envelopes, a slot to drop your completed envelopes (-Deceased one's name that you are donating to, your name, and enclose donation of cash or check made out to SEPO Memorial Fund), a Memorial album and a bulletin board with a temporary sheet of recently passed. Also, in the album is a list of Memorial committee members if you have any questions. If you would like to send a donation in honor of a friend and you are away from Sunshine you can mail a donation addressed to: SEPO MEMORIAL COMMITTEE ATTENTION: IRENE PHILLIPS 1957 West Michigan Drive Harlingen, Texas 78550 Please include my name. I do the bookkeeping and collecting and we also have a Women's Club Memorial Committee that gets confused with our committee at times. The Women's Club Memorial Committee is not involved with the SEPO Memorial Fund Committee. So, including my name will direct it to the correct location. Happy Summer and best wishes! Irene 214 549 3993 Sent 07-11-2019: Dee Novak #2 - Correction from original e-mail concerning Dee Novak - She is in Harlingen Medical Center. Lenore J Combs Sent 07-10-2019: Dee Novak update - Dear Friends, After inquires about Dee's cardiac event surfaced and questions about how Paul is doing - here goes. Dee is at Valley Baptist ICU under exceptional care. No visitors. She will be in a medically induced coma which is a common protective procedure following an incident such as Dee experienced. Paul has sufficient goodies at home and will be in contact with her Docs. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers. And thanks for worrying about them. Sure is great to have neighbors like you guys. 😇 Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Resident, messenger Sent 07-10-2019: AGAIN - PLEASE REVIEW FOR CORRECTIONS: Residents/Renters E-Mail Addresses Updated - Please discard the previous e-mail and use this one for links to go to on the Web site. Today I updated the E-mail Address list on the Web site with any information I have received since April 2019. It has been uploaded to the Web site in the Resident's Only section. Go here ( www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only ) for instructions on how to obtain the password OR go directly to here ( www.sunshinecountryclub.com/password ) and enter the password. All residents - Please review the document on the Web site for accuracy and let me know if any updates are needed by replying to this e-mail. All non-residents/renters - When you get this e-mail, that's the address on the list. If that needs updated, please let me know. Thanks Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club E-News E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 07-10-2019: Wax Work in Sunburst - Next week the Card Rm will be closed Monday & Tuesday and the Pool Rm will be closed Wednesday & Thursday for waxing. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-10-2019: Name Tag Alert - In the office the following badges are ready for pick up : Bass Bricker Boardman Albert Bjornson Hall Ciotti Mcafee VanCleave Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-10-2019: Dick Shelton: Medical Info - PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS - BUT TO DICK DIRECTLY. For those of you who aren't aware, Dick Shelton has undergone back surgery. He just got out of surgery and is still very weak. He will be recovering in the hospital and doing rehab in their hometown. Cards etc can be sent to him at 4663 Aspen Dr, Huron SD, 57350. Katrina Shelton Sent 07-10-2019: Konnie Gush - Celebration of Life this Saturday 12 noon Retzlaff Hall - Dear Friends, Plans are in the works for Konnie - via Teresa, her wonderful daughter and family. She wanted us to have some good grub from Longhorn Cattle Company. Call out is for desserts - a dozen brownies, a dozen cookies and or a dozen ice cream cups or all three. yum yum Coffee & Iced Tea is planned. Eulogy. Konnie's wishes are for us to remember her and the fun times, wear a funny hat, big sun glasses and a wig, dress comfortably, have fun and no tears - her words. 😇 Respectfully, Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 07-06-2019: Obituary for former resident's loss - Here is the link to Bonnie Heath's son's obituary: www.pulliamfuneralhomes.com/obits/obituary.php?id=676195 Kent Dart Sent 07-05-2019: Thank you from Rosalie Garrett - Dear Friends, I want to thank you for all the phone calls and wonderful cards I received for my 90th Birthday . They made me feel so special that you would remember me. I am so blessed to belong to such a caring community. Hope to see you all this fall. Sincerely Ro Garrett Sent 07-03-2019: Found frog - A green ceramic frog is in the library looking for his owners. Found on Montana. Cathy Richmond Sent 07-03-2019: Pot Luck: July 4, 2019 - 4th of July Pot Luck - 4:30 Social Hour - 5:00 Dinner - @ Retzlaff Hall Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-03-2019: Celebration of Life: Konnie Gush - There will be a lunch set up by the Family of Mrs. Gush at Retzlaff Hall Saturday, July 13 from 12-3 to celebrate the Life of Konnie Gush. As per Mrs. Gush she did not want a Memorial Service held, but to have all her friends at Sunshine Estates to come together and Celebrate. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 07-02-2019: Former resident's loss - For those of you who know Bonnie Heath who lived here and Stuart place. She was part of the quilting group here. Her 59 year old son, Toby, died this morning of a blood clot getting loose in the leg causing a heart attack and brain damage. They have not had time to make funeral arrangements. Carolyn Clements Sent 07-01-2019: Re: Konnie Gush - Dear Friends, Saddened to say, Konnie passed away peacefully today - Saturday 29 June 2019. Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers. Memorial Service preparations are pending but will be here in Retzlaff Hall. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 07-01-2019: NW - CERT comms - July 2019 - If you would like to view/print the original document you can download it by clicking here . If not, it has been recreated below. *************** Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Communication note: 1 July 2019 Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Sgt. Michael Brooks, NW HPD District Representative Dear NW-CERT Volunteers and Friends, The July Patrol is posted in the Library. I believe it is up to date reflecting a few changes for vacation etc. A special THANKS for a job well done under adverse conditions. Patrols are vital to our NW mission. However, you are number ONE. If you cannot perform a patrol, please, if possible, at least try to check and lock up the buildings. Having said that, the mosquitos are out in force - do not place your health at risk. Hopefully they will be a force to keep the Bad Guys at bay. Any concerns, call me. The treasure hunters will be enticed to check out our flooding situation. Please be on alert – they are trespassing and they are stealing. Mario did brakes and bushings on the McGruffmobile. There are new flashlights. Let me know what you think. If something is of concern, call me. Keep communication open. These next few months will be a clean-up area and there will be lots of imitation contractors. Don’t be sweet talked into a deal. Please check with your insurance and make sure you are arranging repairs safely, that are reimbursable by your insurance and that the vendor is covered. Some of these Bad Guys are well schooled in “nice”. By hook or by crook, all of you are responsible for the safety and security in Sunshine. If you see somethig g– say somethin!. Tell Valerie, a Board member or me – or the Cops. The Board, your NW – CERT Team, the Harlingen Police, the Combes Police all have our backs. Say a prayer of thanks for them. * Combes residents - Chief Quill wants you to register (flood damage etc.) at their City Hall today ! OK – something fun! National Night Out Tuesday 6 August 6PM - 8pm at Lon C. Hill Park. Please call me - there is a sign-up sheet in the Library for volunteering. Come out and sweat with the best of us. Simple - have a fun time, meet the other Harlingen NW groups, get acquainted, share stories, pass out literature, inform the public on stuff you know all about….. Tuesday 6 August 6PM - 8pm at Lon C. Hill Park just up from the Police Department. Harlingen PD will have a set of tables & chairs under a huge tree for several Neighborhood Watch groups. Norm Pankow (NW Coordinator at Encore and a Citizens Police Academy Alumnus) will be your point of contact with Officer Hector Villegas HPD because John and I are going to a family reunion. (suggest bring your lawn chair). There will be plenty of free food and beverages. Next NW - CERT meeting 15 July 3pm - Retzlaff Hall -- Ice Cream Social Don’t forget! - -- Lenore J Combs Back to Top