Golf Events (2020-2021) Additional Details Ongoing Golf Activities Complete Golf Activities ************************* ONGOING Women's Golf League (Starting Wed, Nov 4,2020) Sent 2020-09-23: Women's Golf League - Our Ladies’ Golf League starts the first Wednesday in November (Nov 4). It is $25 to join the league. Donna Myers ************************* ONGOING Men's Golf League Sent 2021-03-22: CANCELLED: Men's Golf League on 03-23-21 - Men’s Golf League is cancelled this Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Per Dan Boardman, the greens are being aerated. Rocky Lockwood Men’s Golf League Sent 2021-03-19: Results of Men's Golf League Tournament and New Management - Championship Flight 1st Low Gross Dan Boardman 1st Low Net Ralph Peterson 2nd Low Gross Jerry Wetherbee 2nd Low Net Tony Tramel First Flight 1st Low Gross Dan Kubitz 1st Low Net Gene Campbell 2nd Low Gross Jon Sandusky 2nd Low Net Chuck Anderson Second Flight 1st Low Gross Matt Lyne 1st Low Net Dick Parrish 2nd Low Gross Kent Dart 2nd Low Net Bruce Mead Carlson Award Dan Boardman Banks Award Mark Owen Effective March 16th, Rocky Lockwood and Matt Lyne have taken control of the Men's Golf League at Sunshine Country Club Estates. Mark Owen Past President Sent 2021-02-26: CORRECTION: Men's Golf Tournament - Tee Times - Tee times for all golfers playing in the Men's League tournament will be at 9:30 AM (NOT 9 AM) and 12:30 PM on both Mon & Tue, Mar 1 & 2. Mark Owen Newsletter 2020-10: Men's Golf League - Despite the untimely passing of Steve Phillips on May 2nd, the Men's Golf League is active with the following restrictions: Masks are to be worn inside all SEPO buildings that are open Only one person per riding golf cart Social distancing while on the course Open to residents only – no visiting relatives or other guests On a personal note, I am in dire need of an understudy when people return. Someone who is willing to take charge on April 1, 2021, because I already have five years of service as the understudy or President and am not going for six. Please contact me if you are interested in supporting your community’s Men’s Golf League. Mark Owen President Men's Golf League Ongoing Golf Activities ************************* ONGOING Saturday Golf Scramble (Starting Sat, Oct 10, 2020) Sent 2020-10-10: Saturday Golf Scramble - Thanks to Tony Tramel, there are now sufficient players to re-try starting this event. The signup sheet is posted on the wall outside the office where Men's Golf League info is posted. Team assignments will be posted there Friday afternoon. The $1 prize fee can be deposited in the Saturday lock box in the lounge or brought to the Pavilion before 9:00 on Saturday. Scorecards will be available then. As indicated before, prize distribution will be in the pavilion after play. Bring your own drinks, if desired. SEPO restrictions regarding carts, masks, etc. will apply. STILL PLENTY OF TIME TO SIGN-UP BEFORE NOON FRIDAY! Grace & Warren Clark Sent 2020-10-02: Saturday Golf Scramble - There are only four people signed up for the proposed re-start of this activity October 3rd. Therefore, it is cancelled until further notice. The $1 prize fee will be returned to those who have paid. We are disappointed that the interest in the scrambles appears to have diminished. These attracted as many as 90 participants in the past, and provided friendly competition and the opportunity to become acquainted with other residents. We will consider starting this again, if there is sufficient interest expressed, or more residents have returned to our community. If someone else wants to attempt a re-start, please contact us for materials. Grace & Warren Clark Sent 2020-09-24: Saturday Golf Scramble - We are proposing to re-start this activity Saturday, October 3rd, if there is sufficient interest. A minimum of eight players must be signed up by Friday noon, October 2nd. Changes to the old procedures are as follows: The sign-up sheet and $1.00 prize fee deposit box will be in the Pavilion starting Sunday afternoon, September 27th. Score cards can be picked up in the Pavilion Saturday before play. Prize distribution will be in the Pavilion after play. Since Retzlaff Hall is closed, bring your own drinks, if desired. SEPO rules regarding use of carts, masks, etc. apply. (Refer to the Sunshine Web site for these rules: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/covid-19-sepo ) If you have questions, suggestions, or comments, please contact us. Grace & Warren Clark (956-792-2931) ************************* ONGOING 4 O'Clockers Golf Scramble (Starting Oct 2020) 4:00 pm, Golf Scramble (7 days a wk) Contact: Just Show Up Time/Location: 3:45 pm, Meet beside Shuffleboard Court for team assignments. 4:00 pm, play starts on Sunshine Golf Course. Details: 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. Complete Golf Activities Back to Top ************************* COMPLETE Women's Golf Playday (Starting Wed, Sep 20, 2020) Sent 2020-09-23: Women's Golf Playday - It’s been decided to start up our summer golf playdays. Some golfers are returning to our community, so hopefully will have enough to play. Our first playday will be September 30th and continue ongoing on Wednesday mornings. Meet in front of the Lounge at 8:45. Anyone who enters the lounge will need to wear a mask. Players will sign up then and get their hole assignments. Play will start at 9:00. Bring $1 to play. Winnings will be paid out of money collected. Golfers will play their own balls. You will not need to wear a mask when playing but do keep 6 ft away from other players. Only one person permitted per riding golf cart. Donna Myers Back to Top

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SEPO Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes (04-2021 thru 09-2021 Summer Season) Go directly to the Information you are looking for by clicking an item below. Board Mtg Minutes (2021-09-23) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-09-23) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-09-21) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-09-21) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-08-31) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-08-31) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-07-15) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-07-15) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-06-24) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-06-24) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-06-10) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-06-10) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-05-20) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-05-20) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES Thursday, September 23, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) APPROVED at the October 12, 2021 Mtg. Board Mtg Minutes (2021-09-23) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA (Revised September 22, 2021 for) Thursday, September 23, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-09-23) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) (APPROVED as Revised at the September 23, 2021 mtg.) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-09-21) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 1:00 PM 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-09-21) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, August 31, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) (APPROVED at the September 21, 2021 mtg.) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-08-31) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, August 31, 2021 @ 1:00 PM 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-08-31) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES Thursday, July 15, 2021 @ 1:00 PM 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) (APPROVED at the August 31, 2021 mtg.) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-07-15) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-07-15) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA Thursday, July 15, 2021 @ 1:00 PM 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-06-24) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 24, 2021 @ 1:30 PM 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) (APPROVED at the July 15, 2021 mtg.) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA (Amended on 06-06-2021) (print from HERE ) Thursday, June 24, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT A ‘hybrid’ meeting will occur. Retzlaff Hall will be open to Board members and those who wish to attend in person. Some Board members and anyone else who wishes to attend this meeting “virtually” can do so by Clicking the following link beginning at 12:45 PM. To join the video meeting, click HERE . --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Call to Order. Roll Call Tony Tramel Jean Burgoine Beth Parrish Mecca Henry Larry Keller Lyn Swonger Lenore Combs Verify the Agenda for this meeting was made available to the community by the 72-hour pre-Board meeting requirement for posting. Consideration / Adoption of any Amendments to the Posted Agenda for this meeting by Board Members. Review and consideration of approving the June 10, 2021 Board Meeting Minutes (Attachment 1) Unfinished Business - Board – Discuss an action plan concerning recommendations of the SEPO Rules Review Committee (Attachment 2) regarding current SEPO Covenants, ByLaws and Policies & Procedures (Attachment 3) . Adjournment ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ATTACHMENTS – June 10, 2021, Unapproved Minutes of Board Meeting View / Print from HERE Recommendations of the SEPO Rules Review Committee View / Print from HERE Copies of Current SEPO Rules (Covenants, ByLaws & Policies & Procedures) Covenants: View / Print from HERE ByLaws: View / Print from HERE Policies & Procedures: View / Print from HERE Board Mtg Agenda (2021-06-24) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES (print from HERE ) Thursday, June 10, 2021 1:30 PM, 'Hybrid' Meeting (Retzlaff Hall & Google Meet) (APPROVED at the June 24, 2021 mtg.) CALL TO ORDER President Tony Tramel called the meeting to order at 1:30 PM CT on June 10, 2021. ROLL CALL was taken. Tony Tramel, Mecca Henry, Lenore Combs, Jean Burgoine and Lyn Swonger were all present in Retzlaff Hall and introduced themselves to the audience. Tony then acknowledged that Beth Parrish and Larry Keller were present via Google Meet. Tony informed everyone that the meeting was being recorded. The recording can be viewed by clicking HERE . AGENDA To meet the 72-hour pre-Board meeting requirement for posting, the ‘amended’ Agenda was sent via e-mail to the community and put on the Sunshine Web site on Sunday, June 6, 2021 @ 4:15 PM CT. It was also posted outside the SEPO office and on the poolside door into Retzlaff Hall on Monday, June 7, 2021 @ 8:40 AM CT. President Tony Tramel asked if there were any amendments or additions to the posted Agenda. MOTION: Mecca Henry moved two items be added and she would like them to be considered individually. 1. The purchase of sod, which has already occurred. 2. The sale of a ‘SEPO owned’ trailer. Beth Parrish seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES President Tony Tramel asked the board if there were any items to discuss prior to approving the minutes from the May 20, 2021, Board meeting (Attachment 1 in Agenda) . MOTION: Mecca Henry motioned to approve the minutes as presented to the Board. Larry Keller seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Item #5 in the Agenda – Tony & Larry: Discussion & Board Approval/Rejection of contract with D&J Site Construction, in accordance with plans, specifications and contract documents noted as Ver11 and summarized in the Exhibit labeled “Sunshine Estate Country Club Summary of 2021 Road Project from D&J Site Construction dated 2021 05 27 (Attachment 2 in the Agenda) , which reflects a total estimated cost of $62,836. Tony reported there were extreme problems with trying to obtain competitive bids for the needed work on W Indiana Circle. Ten sets of plans were sent to various contractors with little to no response. Responses that were received stated the project was either too big or too small for them. Associated General Contractors (AGC) (who have access to 10s of contractors) were then contacted and sent the documents. Even with that exposure, we only received one bid (Rhyner Construction) and it was 50% more than we had allocated for the project. After doing a value engineering exercise to determine how we could reduce the cost of the project, we chose to reduce scope by only doing half of our original plan. We also reduced cost by indicating using ‘removed’ asphalt so it could be recycled into the finished pavement. After asking for bids on the reduced scope, the original bidder, Rhyner Construction, bid $58,312.32 and a new bidder, D&J Site Construction, bid $35.728.60. We then approached D&J and asked if they would consider doing the original scope of the project. They could do that for $49,536, and then also include needed miscellaneous spot repairs of approximately 250 square yards of pavement, primarily on W Michigan Ave, and asphalt crack sealing for a grand total of $62,836. At this point, rather than fielding questions from residents during the Board meeting, Tony indicated he would personally meet with any homeowner on W Indiana Circle and describe any details they wanted to know concerning what this project is about and how it will impact them during the construction timeframe. Larry Keller said there has been a LOT of time, work and consideration put into this effort to get us to this point. In meetings with both contractors, they felt this is being done right and professionally. Jean Burgoine noted the community was extremely fortunate to have Board members with the drive and the education/knowledge to get us here. There has been a great effort and a lot of time exerted and we have educated people working on this subject. We can rely on their guidance. MOTION: Based on what he has seen and in reviewing the contract Larry Keller motioned that the Board move to authorize President Tony Tramel to sign the contract with D&J Site Construction in accordance with the plans, specifications and contract documents. Jean seconded the motion. Board vote was unanimous to approve. Tony will work on getting all insurance and any other miscellaneous items addressed and get the contract signed, hopefully within the next week. NEW BUSINESS A. Item #2 added to Agenda at start of meeting: Mecca Henry – The purchase of sod, which has already occurred. A check was written to an employee to pay for a service provided by that employee’s wife’s company. It was done this way because the wife is not a US citizen and has trouble cashing checks. This is in direct violation of IRS rules. An employee should not receive both a W2 form as an employee and a 1099 Misc form as a contractor for non-employee compensation. Mecca was given this information by our CPA last year and she had passed it on to the Board. If the TWC (TX Workforce Commission) finds out about this, we are going to have to pay taxes and fines on the money paid to the employee for the work done by his wife’s company because we paid it to an employee. The check has already been cashed. At this point we can’t stop it. Mecca’s point in bringing this up is that we can’t ever do this again . We may have to pay a little more upfront for work we need done, but we won’t want to have to pay at a later day for any inappropriate action. Larry didn’t think there was any intention of deception. We have now all been made aware and it should not be done again. Everyone agreed there was no need for any kind of motion. This item is appearing in the minutes as an acknowledgment that the Board has heard Mecca’s statements and that, as a Board, we will do the right thing ongoing. B. Item #3 added to Agenda at start of meeting: Mecca Henry – The sale of a ‘SEPO owned’ trailer. Mecca has been made aware that we have sold a trailer to an individual, Fabian Flores. As this is SEPO property the sale should have been discussed by the Board prior to the sale occurring. Because this has happened in the past does not make it right. MOTION: Mecca Henry motioned that all sales of SEPO assets, whatever their value, should be discussed by the board prior to the sale. Lenore seconded the motion. Discussion - Larry asked if we had an asset inventory. Mecca indicated we do but has no idea if it is accurate. This a project that needs to be undertaken – clean up the list. There was additional discussion on how asset depreciation was calculated and how Mecca goes through SEPO records and also talks with the CPA to determine an asset’s value. Vote - The motion was approved five (5) to one (1) with Lyn Swonger representing the ‘no’ vote. Beth Parrish asked if we needed to approve ‘after the fact’ the sale of this trailer. Lyn Swonger said a new trailer was purchased last year. The trailer being sold needs lots of repairs. However, Lyn thought it was worth more than $400, which is the most that has been offered for it in the past. We still have the trailer in our possession and have received $300 (of the $600 selling price) from Fabian. That money is in the SEPO office. MOTION: Larry Keller moved to approve the sale of the trailer for a sum of $600 and authorize Lyn Swonger to sell it. Jean seconded the motion. The motion was approved five (5) to one (1) with Lenore Combs representing the ‘no’ vote. ADJOURNMENT Larry Keller made a motion to adjourn. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 2:04 PM CT. Respectively Submitted, Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ATTACHMENTS (from Agenda) : May 20, 2021, Unapproved Minutes of Board Meeting View / Print from HERE Summary of D&J Site Construction Bid Proposal dated 2021 05 27 View / Print from HERE Board Mtg Minutes (2021-06-10) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA (Amended on 06-06-2021) (print from HERE ) Thursday, June 10, 2021 @ 1:30 PM CT A ‘hybrid’ meeting will occur. Retzlaff Hall will be open to Board members and those who wish to attend in person. Some Board members and anyone else who wishes to attend this meeting “virtually” can do so by Clicking the following link beginning at 1:15 PM. (This is the same link used for our last meeting.) To join the video meeting, click HERE . Please make your screen and microphone are available on your device by checking off the area shown on your screen to activate these features once connected. At the bottom of the screen, you will see a button noted as “Caption”, please turn this on so you might be able to see the text of words spoken by each person during the meeting. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Call to Order. Roll Call Tony Tramel Jean Burgoine Beth Parrish Mecca Henry Larry Keller Lyn Swonger Lenore Combs Verify the Agenda for this meeting was sent to the community via e-mail, posted on the Sunshine Web site and physically posted in both the SEPO Office and on the door to Retzlaff Hall. Consideration / Adoption of any Amendments to the Posted Agenda for this meeting by Board Members. Review and consideration of approving the May 20, 2021 Board Meeting Minutes (Attachment 1) Unfinished Business Larry & Tony – After seeking out competitive bids for W Indiana Circle and Miscellaneous Asphalt Repairs, we only received one bid from Rhyner Construction, which was approximately 50% over our budgeted amount of $65,000. A value engineering exercise caused us to reduce the scope of the project pertaining to curb replacement by 50% and also permitted the use of recycled material / asphalt to be incorporated into the specifications. A bid for this reduced scope was then solicited from both Rhyner Construction and D&J Site Construction. Rhyner Construction’s bid was $58,312.32 and D&J Site Construction’s was $35.728.60 for the reduced scope. With this knowledge it appeared SEPO could do the full project as originally designed for a cost of $49,536 for W Indiana Circle, provide needed miscellaneous spot repairs of approximately 250 square yards of pavement primarily on W Michigan Ave, and asphalt crack sealing for a grand total of $62,836. It is recommended SEPO enter a contract with D&J Site Construction, in accordance with plans, specifications and contract documents noted as Ver11, and summarized in the attached Exhibit (Attachment 2) labeled “Sunshine Estate Country Club Summary of 2021 Road Project from D&J Site Construction dated 2021 05 27, which reflects a total estimated cost of $62,836. This firm is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. They are qualified and competent contractors. A motion to Authorize the President to take this recommended action is requested. The project is estimated to take 60 days plus or minus. If the Board approves entering a contract for the 2021 Road Projects today and if everything goes well, one might expect construction to commence after the July 4th holiday and be completed within 90 calendar days, which would be the end of September. Adjournment ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ATTACHMENTS - May 20, 2021, Unapproved Minutes of Board Meeting View / Print from HERE Summary of D&J Site Construction Bid Proposal dated 2021 05 27 View / Print from HERE Copies of proposed construction plans / sketches, 20 pages View / Print from HERE Board Mtg Agenda (2021-06-10) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING MINUTES (print from HERE ) Thursday, May 20, 2021 1:30 PM, Virtual Google Meet Only (APPROVED at the June 10, 2021 Mtg) CALL TO ORDER President Tony Tramel called the meeting to order at 1:30 PM CT. Tony then informed everyone who was on Google Meet that the meeting was being recorded. This recording can be viewed by clicking HERE . ROLL CALL was taken. Tony Tramel, Mecca Henry, Beth Parrish, Lenore Combs, Jean Burgoine, Larry Keller and Lyn Swonger were present. Note: Lyn Swonger joined just prior to discussing ‘New Business’. AGENDA To meet the 72-hour pre-Board meeting requirement for posting the Agenda, on May 17, 2021 between 11:45 & 11:55 AM CT the Agenda was 1) sent via e-mail to the community, 2) posted on the Sunshine Web site, 3) posted outside the SEPO office and 4) posted on the poolside door into Retzlaff Hall. President Tony Tramel asked if there were any amendments or additions to the posted Agenda. There were none. PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES President Tony Tramel asked the board if there were any items to discuss prior to approving the minutes from the March 22, 2021 Board meeting (Attachment 1 in Agenda) . Beth Parrish moved the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting be approved. Mecca Henry seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by all present. REPORTS OF OFFICERS Lyn Swonger - Golf Course Tony reported that Lyn had been inspecting the golf course this morning assessing if there had been any damage as a result of the recent rain. Jean Burgoine (Common Grounds/Maint. Area 1) SEPO Buildings The hot tub heater is down due to a leak. We are getting a new motor for the AC unit in Retzlaff Hall that will cost approximately $2000. The Pavilion area is going to be repainted to help keep people from slipping. This project has been moved up before redoing the showers because of the safety issue. There was a crack in the ceiling in the Billiards Room – Lalo has put spackling over the crack and is waiting for it to dry. Then he will paint it. Larry thought we might be having some ‘settling’ issues in those buildings. Tony indicated we probably want to incorporate this into the discussion of the Capital Improvements program. Larry Keller (Common Grounds/Maint. Area 2) Streets, Drainage & Irrigation Ditches, Texas Ave We have been cleaning up Michigan Ave, particularly burying/removing some of the inappropriate pipes and other items. The front entrance has been re-landscaped. We are trying to adjust the sprinklers around Retzlaff Hall to cut down on the amount of water that is accumulating on Michigan Ave. The Siren Sensor Board at the front gate was causing the gate to hesitate and not close. This board cost $500-$600 to replace. Tony reported that while testing the new board with the technician, it didn’t work properly either. Another new board has been ordered and Tony will test this new one with the technician – hopefully, next week. See Indiana Circle update below. Lenore Combs (Common Grounds/Maint. Area 3) Storage & Woodshop, Tennis/Pickleball & Shuffleboard She thanked Pat Harvey and Vic Hilman for the new can shed shutters and picket fence. She is looking to put a Roadbed in the storage lot – from the gate to the tree debris area. It will be a designated area of “where to drive in and out of the storage lot”. It will protect the individual lot rental areas and keep the lines/ropes designating each lot from needing to be constantly restriped. She is going to look into a product suggested by Larry Keller and work up a spec sheet to present to the board for review and vote. She thanked the SEPO staff for weeding and all the other work they do in the Lot. She is concerned about residents not taking care of their rental lots. There is lots of debris and loose items that need to be cleaned up. Larry asked if residents signed anything when they rented a lot. Beth confirmed there is a one-page Lot Rental Agreement that the residents sign at the beginning of each year. Lenore will get a copy of this form, rework it as needed and present it to the board for review and vote. Harlingen and Combes were upset over the tree debris being dumped in the Storage Lot due to the cost of removing it. It used to be that when a vendor trimmed the palm trees, they would haul the trimmings away. Now they are put in the storage lot. Lenore investigated having them recycled, but it was too costly. She will continue to monitor this situation. John Chajec donated a practice tee net. Lenore is looking for assistance to get it put up. She is still looking into a new Surveillance system(s). The current plan is to do one area at a time – Front first, then woodshop, then antennas, cameras and other areas. Tony has some info that may assist with this effort. Mecca Henry - Treasurer - Financial Status / Reports Mecca need to get Board approval of the Feb, Mar & Apr 2021 financial statements. Larry moved to approve them. Beth seconded the motion. All present approved. Mecca volunteered to provide background material to the directors supporting areas they may not be all that familiar with. She can gather that information at the same time she is creating the budget sheets. Tony hopes to have a special meeting on Budget preparation. Beth Parrish - Secretary Beth has created a OneDrive area where board-related items are being placed. Only those on the board with the link to this area can access these documents. She will be placing the results of the Rules Review Committee there and send everyone the link. Tony Tramel - President Tony is concentrating on resolving issues with residents who are guilty of SEPO Covenant violations. He is of the belief they have all been resolved except one that the Board is currently dealing with. Prior to this meeting the Board was polled (via Google Form) to determine where everyone stood on lifting SEPO Covid-19 restrictions. There were varied opinions. After investigating if the results from such a poll could constitute an official Board vote, it is now Tony’s belief that it does not. The use of this type of inquiry into Board matters will be discontinued. All items requiring a Board vote will be placed on a Board agenda and discussed/voted on at a Board meeting. NEW BUSINESS Board - SEPO & Covid-19 Restrictions (Attachment 2 in Agenda) Lyn Swonger joined the meeting at this point. Everyone who wanted to voiced their opinion on lifting SEPO Covid-19 restrictions. Beth Parrish & Larry Keller – Seeing how things have started opening up around the country they wanted to drop all restrictions. Lenore – People are going to get vaccinated or not. The responsibility is on each individual to take care of themselves. She wants to open everything. Lyn Swonger – Stated there were 11 new Covid-19 cases in Cameron Co today and a total of 128 in May. Although people need to be responsible for themselves, what about non-vaccinated people who may start coming into Sunshine? Jean – Wants to drop all restrictions. Larry made a motion to drop all current Covid-19 restrictions in SEPO previously initiated by SEPO boards. Lenore seconded the motion. Voice Vote was: Lyn Swonger and Mecca Henry – no, Jean Burgoine, Larry Keller, Lenore Combs and Beth Parrish – yes. The motion passed – four to two - effective immediately. Beth will compose an e-mail for Tony’s review that will be sent to the community documenting this decision. Mecca Henry – Reserve Fund Tony indicated we need to have an account designated for the Reserve Fund. Mecca stated the Frost Money Market has $104,000 in it that would accessible as soon as/if needed. Mecca Henry motioned that we designate the Frost MM as our Reserve Fund. Lenore seconded it. The vote was a unanimous yes by acclamation. Lenore Combs – Storage Lot Most of the items in the agenda has already been discussed in Lenore’s status report above. Storage Lot 504 - Women’s Club property: This lot contains two sheds. Lenore needs to get with Marian Young (Women's Club) and Lassey Dahlstrom (who is familiar with many items in the sheds on this lot) to discuss next steps for repairing these sheds to avoid damage and/or theft of items stored inside them. Can Shed (added during meeting): This is not a ‘garbage’ can shed. Residents need to be more diligent about cleaning out their cans (remove food etc) before putting them in this shed. Beth – 4 O’clock Golf Scramble (Attachment 3 in Agenda) The board had previously questioned whether this was a SEPO-sanctioned golf event. Tony found a document describing it – what, who, when etc - but wasn’t sure if it had been previously approved by a Board or if anyone, other than those who gave it to him, had ever seen it. Beth updated it and requested the Board approve it. Due to the start time of this event varying depending on how long it stays light and how hot it is, the following occurred. Jean moved we change the name to the “O’Clockers Golf Group”. Beth seconded it. It was approved unanimously by acclamation. Jean then moved to approve the document, with the name change. Larry seconded it. It was approved unanimously by acclamation. Beth will update the document accordingly and get it distributed to 1) those residents who run/guide this event, 2) the SEPO Office 3) to the community and 4) on the Web site. (See Attachment 1 - Updated document) Tony – Fair Housing Exemption and selection of an HOA knowledgeable attorney. The Rules Review Committee uncovered items related to Fair Housing Act that we currently aren’t conforming to. It appears we need a documented survey method occurring “every two years” or process for gathering certain information. Tony would like to move forward with developing something and getting the rest of the board more involved. We need to find a new attorney in the next month or two as our current one is retiring. He/She needs to at least be knowledgeable (even if not an expert) of HOA laws. How do people know this is a 55+ community? Tony and Larry are proposing we place the following text/numbers at the front entrance, so it reads “A Senior Community (55+)”. Tony and Valerie have come up with a procedure for new residents that are selling or reselling property in order to issue them a resale certificate (which is what occurs and is required by TX RE Law) to document and agree to our Covenants, By-Laws and Policy and Procedures, before they purchase a home in Sunshine Estates. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Lenore – All items had already been discussed. Beth – Employee Handbook Update Clarification (Attachment 4 in Agenda) Only the proposed updates were included in the Agenda. Lenore made a motion to approve the changes. Jean seconded it. Open discussion – Lyn had a problem with two 15-minute breaks, which was an item that had been approved previously during a meeting on March 8, which he had not been able to attend. He said for the past three years, the Golf Course employees had taken a break from 10-10:30 for breakfast and then from 12:30 to 1 for lunch. The discussion ended with Lenore rescinding her motion until this was resolved. The next step is to ensure, if we leave the current handbook as it is (stating two 15-minute breaks) but continue to let the Golf Course employees take them in a 30-minute bundle, as they currently do, that we are in compliance with Federal and State work requirements. Tony suggested 2-3 board members pursue this; put a draft together and send it to the entire board. All handbook updates will then be on the next Board meeting agenda for a vote. Tony – Committee review of Policies, Bylaws, and Covenants The Board will have a special meeting on June 24 (if that day works for everyone) to review the committee’s recommendations and develop an action plan on how/when changes, if there are any, ‘can’ be implemented. Larry & Tony – Current Status of W Indiana Circle bid process We have reached out to several general contractors. One attended a meeting to discuss our proposal. His estimate was much too costly. We then revised what we would like to have done and are still waiting on a new cost estimate. Larry has since found another general contractor that we hope can work with us. When we find someone to do this work, we will report to the board with the details and ask for approval. If not approved, it’s back to the drawing board. At some point during this process the proposal for work to be performed will be presented to those residents who live on W Indiana Circle for review/input. Tony - SEPO complaints and resolution of same Each Thursday, Tony reviews any Suggestion/Complaint forms submitted in the box in the Office and has addressed most of them himself. He agrees with Beth that a formal process for submitting Suggestion/Complaint forms needs to be developed and the community informed of said process. Tony - Committee to develop a 3–5-year capital improvement program. Tony hopes to put together a draft to use to start taking action on this item. Tony – Reinstatement of Golf Trail Fees and date of reinstatement, if approved. There has been some discussion about whether we should re-instate these fees and the corresponding language that would go with them. Jean and Lyn questioned what the fees would be used for. Tony indicated they would be used for trail maintenance and other amenities that would be directly associated with the golf course itself, i.e., landscaping, water pumps, fountains, major irrigation changes. Tony will prepare a report for Board review/vote at the next meeting. Tony & Mecca – Reserve Fund: Was previously discussed. Tony – What is status of ACC updating their process and revising the request form? Tony attended the last ACC mtg as a Board rep. They are in discussions about creating a new submission form that would include why a permit was denied. They are also looking into what the Board can legally do if a resident who has been denied a request continues with the work in spite of it being denied by the ACC. ADJOURNMENT Beth Parrish made a motion to adjourn. Mecca Henry seconded it. The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 PM CT. Respectively Submitted, Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Attachments: O’Clockers Golf documentation (Attachment 1) (print from HERE ) Board Mtg Minutes (2021-05-20) Board Mtg Agenda (2021-05-20) ******************** SEPO BOARD MEETING AGENDA (print from HERE ) (Called by the SEPO Board President) Thursday, May 20, 2021 1:30 PM, Virtual Google Meet Only Because of Covid-19, only a Virtual Meeting will occur. Persons who wish to attend this meeting can do so by Clicking the following link beginning at 1:15 PM. Board members and SEPO residents will be connecting virtually, there will not be any physical meeting in Retzlaff Hall. This is the same link used for our last meeting. To join the video meeting, click HERE . Please make your screen and microphone are available on your device by checking off the area shown on your screen to activate these features once connected. At the bottom of the screen, you will see a button noted as “Caption”, please turn this on so you might be able to see the text of words spoken by each person during the meeting. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Call to Order. Roll Call Tony Tramel Jean Burgoine Beth Parrish Mecca Henry Larry Keller Lyn Swonger Lenore Combs Verify the Agenda for this meeting was sent to the community via e-mail, posted on the Sunshine Web site and physically posted in both the SEPO Office and on the door to Retzlaff Hall. Consideration / Adoption of any Amendments to the Posted Agenda for this meeting by Board Members. Review and consideration of approving the March 22, 2021 Board Meeting (Attachment 1) Reports of Officers: Lyn Swonger - Golf Course Jean Burgoine (Common Grounds/Maintenance Area 1) SEPO Buildings Larry Keller (Common Grounds/Maintenance Area 2) Streets, Drainage & Irrigation Ditches, Texas Ave Lenore Combs (Common Grounds/Maintenance Area 3) Storage & Shop Area, Tennis/Shuffleboard Mecca Henry - Treasurer - Financial Status / Reports Beth Parrish - Secretary Tony Tramel - President New Business: Board – Determine next steps (Review/Change or Not/Approve) SEPO Covid-19 Restrictions with discussion and potential Action. (Attachment 2) Mecca – Formally: Approve and Designate a specific account and Budget line item as “Reserve Fund.” Lenore – “Roadbed” Lot 504 - Women’s Club property? Orientation on weeds and other products Debris and loose objects stowed under sheds = potential problem in a hurricane Lots of debris generally spread out in Storage Lot Hgn & Combes – issue with tree limbs etc Practice Tee netting replacement Ref: By-Laws 16-01……… Covenants – SECTION 2-3 COMMON AREA Policy & Procedures: Tennis Court, Pickleball, Shuffleboard, Storage Area, Storage Area Buildings, Woodworker’s Shop FORMS: Not aware of any. Beth – 4 O’clock Golf Scramble (Attachment 3) Document consideration. Activity Name Change consideration. Tony – Discussion regarding Fair Housing Exemption and development of a survey instrument / formal process. Recent review of other HOA documents and need to move on selecting a HOA specialty attorney to assist in needed changes. Unfinished Business: Lenore - Forms, Documents and Process for the Storage Area Surveillance Cameras Can Shed Beth – Employee Handbook Update Clarification. (Attachment 4) Tony – Update on committee status concerning review of Policies, Bylaws, and Covenants and potential modifications, need for action plan. Larry & Tony – Current Status of W Indiana Circle bid process Tony - Discussion on the need to establish a formal means of addressing SEPO complaints and resolution of same. Tony - Committee to develop a 3–5-year capital improvement program. Tony, Larry & Lyn Document deliverable is a 2-3 page Excel Spreadsheet listing equipment, and other capital-intensive projects, like pavement repairs, golf course improvements, rehabilitation of Retzlaff exterior, pool shower tiles replacement, hot tub rehabilitation, motors and pumps for golf course and the pool, additional lighting around office, etc., and a timeframe for such expenditures. Need to identify a method to fund / replace expenditures within our reserve fund. Document past to next Board for Consideration. Tony – Reinstatement of Golf Trail Fees and date of reinstatement, if approved. Tony & Mecca – Formal designation of Reserve Fund / Account, Budget 2022, and Capital Improvements Program Follow Up Tony – What is status of ACC updating their process and revising the request form? Beth put together a proposed process document for the Web site and sent to the board for review. There were questions from some. Tony indicated the ACC was working on a Revised Form. What are next steps to get this finalized - Form & Process? On April 17, the new form was still in process. It may list items you 'do not' need to have a permit. (Attachment 5) Adjournment ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attachments: March 22, 2021 Unapproved Minutes of Board Meeting SEPO & Covid-19 Restrictions Review 4 O’Clock Golf Scramble documentation Employee Handbook Update Clarification Proposed ACC Request Form (Attachment 1) NOTE: Items in the minutes in blue were added after the ‘unapproved’ minutes from the March 22, 2021 Board meeting were published to the community on March 26, 2021. SEPO Board Minutes (March 22, 2021) To be considered for Approval at Next Board meeting on May 20, 2021 SEPO Board Meeting Minutes Monday, March 22, 2021 1:30 PM, Virtual Google Meet Only The 'Revised' Minutes from March 22, 2021 submitted for approval during this meeting can be viewed/printed from HERE . (Attachment 2) SEPO & Covid-19 Restrictions Review The below is from the Sunshine Web site . MASKS & SOCIAL DISTANCING: Wearing a Mask is a requirement as stated in the DIAGRAM ABOVE . Please maintain Social Distance EVERYWHERE . WHAT IS OPEN: (other than what is shown in diagram above) Woodshop - As long as a Monitor is present. Front gate (Continues to be locked at night as normal.) Access to Encore. SOCIAL GATHERINGS: Residents/Renters who have get-togethers : In their Homes are no longer limited to ten participants. Social Distance is recommended. In the Common Areas are no longer limited to ten participants, but must maintain Social Distance. KEYPADS: Keypads are active: Into the Sunburst Building (on Fitness Room door) Into the Library/Lounge Upon entering and exiting any buildings that have an active Keypad, please shut the door behind you to eliminate entry by anyone not permitted in that building. The Keypad codes can be found on this Web site in the "Residents Only " section. USPS OVERSIZE PACKAGE DELIVERY: Mail packages that are too big to fit in your mailbox are being placed in the General Purpose Room, which is located between the Pool and the Fitness Room. A slip will be placed in your mailbox by the postman to inform you of delivery. This room has a Keypad to allow residents/renters 24 hr access. It also has a video camera with monitoring capacity. The Keypad Code can be found in the "Residents Only " section of this Web site. (Attachment 3) 4 O’Clock Golf Scramble documentation In the 2021 SEPO Board’s continuing effort to document SEPO Activities, Clubs & Processes, this document is being proposed for consideration and adoption by the Board. If approved, it will be distributed to those resident’s who are currently overseeing this scramble. They should have it available at all times in their golf carts during scramble play in order to answer any questions that may arise from the event participants. Sunshine Country Club Estates Four O'clock Golf Scramble The Four O'clock Golf scramble is a golf event approved by the SEPO Board. Therefore, it shall adhere to all the same rules as other SEPO approved golf events. Play shall commence at 4:00 pm each day and may be delayed, postponed or canceled when conflicting with special events (IE: Good Neighbor Golf Tournament), or prior established events (IE: 3:00 pm Thursday Golf Scramble). (NOTE: During warmer months the start time often gets pushed back to avoid the worst heat of the day.) The Four O'clock Golf Scramble is open to all Sunshine Country Club Estate residents and renters and their immediate family and guests. This is a shotgun start best ball scramble. Teams and start hole will be determined by a random draw. The number of start holes and team size will be determined by the number of players present. At no time shall any team exceed five players. No advance signup is necessary. Player's meet at 4:00 pm (or a later designated time) in the parking lot outside the SEPO office. Team one will commence play on hole one and other teams will start on consecutive holes two, three, four, etc. There is no cost to play. Therefore, no prize monies are paid. In an effort to accommodate all golfers not participating in the 4 O’clock Scramble, individual players may tee off following the scramble team on hole one. Participants shall adhere to normal golf etiquette by allowing players already on the course to complete their hole before proceeding. Example: The scramble consists of four teams starting on holes one through four. There is already a group on hole two preparing to tee off. Scramble Teams on hole one, three and four may proceed to tee off. But the Scramble team on hole two must wait until the group already there completes that hole and moves on. The course is not closed for this scramble. Therefore, all players need to be courteous and respectful toward all golfers. (Attachment 4) Employee Handbook Update Clarification The verbiage highlighted in YELLOW indicate changes proposed by various members of the SEPO Board. SEPO Sunshine Estates Property Owners Employee Handbook ABSENTEEISM / TARDINESS When one of our employees is absent, the other employees possessing the necessary skills required, should strive to cover the workload of that employee during his/her absence. Hours of Work A normal work week for hourly Maintenance employees (Golf Course and Groundskeeper) is 40 hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Each Maintenance employee is entitled to a 30-minute unpaid and uninterrupted period of time for their lunch break and two paid 15-minute breaks each workday. Bookkeeper Perform new resident orientations all year . Custodian Must perform other duties as assigned. Golf Course Lead Required to exercise independent judgment. He must maintain open communication with the Bookkeeper and Board Members. The relationship between the Golf Course Lead and the Bookkeeper is critical in maintaining Sunshine Estates as a pleasant place to live for all our residents. Must perform other duties as assigned. Golf Course Employee Have knowledge of operation of golf course and other common areas. Is responsible for maintaining 9 -hole golf course and to know about chemical and fertilizer application. Is responsible for all of SEPO's equipment. It must be kept clean and in good working condition. Support other areas of responsibility (Central Facilities or Grounds) within Sunshine Estates as requested, consistent with meeting the primary requirements of this position. Must perform other duties as assigned. Grounds Keeper Have knowledge of the operation of the common areas. Is responsible for: Other duties as assigned. (Attachment 5) Proposed ACC Request Form Back to Top

Stained Glass Class Contact: Cathy Chajec (708-280-8910) If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. If I don't answer, please leave me a voicemail and I will promptly return your call. 708-280-8910. Meets: Every Thursday (Jan thru Mar) from 6:30 to about 8:30 PM Location: Classes are held in the woodshop, which is located in the storage area, and you will need your front gate clicker in order to enter. Details: Stained glass classes are underway. These sessions are for all residents and renters who are interested in trying your hand at stained glass. We have many donated items, such as patterns, tools, glass, etc., so you need nothing but your own imagination, and your two hands, and a desire to try this art form. There is no exact order for the classes, so if you miss a week, that is not a problem. I am hoping to have a few other glass artists to assist in helping people feel more comfortable working with the glass. News & Events (Current Year: 2023) Sent 2023-01-09: Stained Glass class - I will begin the stained glass instructions this Thursday evening from 6:30 pm in the Woodshop. You will need your front gate clicker in order to enter the storage area. Class usually runs til about 8:30. The first couple weeks are usually large classes. If there are any experienced stained glass people, I could really use your help to break up the group into manageable sizes. There is no fee for your first project. If you have any questions, please call me at 708-280-8910. - Cathy Chajec News & Events (Previous Years) Sent 2022-01-02: Stained Glass Class - Dear residents: Stained glass class will begin this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the woodshop. Please dress according to the weather. 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. Any questions, please feel free to contact me at 708-280-8910. Cathy Chajec Back to Top

Sunshine Gift & Memorial Committee (G&MC) (Est 2005) Committee Lead: Vickie Jones Committee Members (Other): Mel Wendel, Marge Lehman, Eileen Anderson, Lois Bjornson Meets: When Needed - At various times. Location: Retzlaff Hall or members homes. Purpose: According to the G&MC Guidelines - The Sunshine G&M Fund is established to provide a means to honor the departed loved ones of the community and give a lasting tribute here among friends and neighbors and to receive gifts for the benefit of the community. Details: Refer to 'In Memoriam ' Page on this Web site *************** Newsletter 2023-02: Memorial Committee - FYI - The Memorial Committee is busy working on updating the Memorial Books. If you wish to make a donation in honor of a past resident we ask that the minimum amount be $5.00. We thank you in advance as this makes it easier for our accounting records. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me about the Memorial Committee. - Vickie Jones, 262-689-7068 (2021-04 Newsletter) Memorial Committee - The Board would like to give Irene Phillips a huge “Thank You” for working on this committee by herself the past few years. She has done a fantastic job. Thank you again Irene. Mel Wendel has offered his services for the Memorial Committee. However, he also expects some volunteers (3-5 is a good group) to step up and offer support. Please consider giving Mel a call (701-840-2339) and volunteering to help him. If volunteers step up, the Board will continue their support of this committee. Otherwise, the Board may have to take further action under advisement. We are anticipating your positive response to support our community in this endeavor. Thanks In case you’re not aware of this committee or have forgotten its purpose – those working on it are in charge of the "Gift and Memorial Fund". The following should give you an understanding of just what that means. SEPO GIFT & MEMORIAL Fund Ref: SEPO ByLaws - ARTICLE VII - 05 - CHECKS, DEPOSITS AND FUNDS All funds accumulating in this fund shall be administered by a committee of five (5) members to be appointed by the Board of Directors. Each member shall serve for a term of three years with new members being appointed as vacancies occur. Duties of this committee include the keeping of detailed records of contributions including the names of those wishing to be remembered or in whose honor a contribution is made and the amount given. Although consideration will be given for a specific memorial item requested by the donor, the committee will not be restricted to that use taking into consideration the overall needs and appropriateness of the particular memorials. The committee shall act as an advisory committee to the Board of Directors in the use of said funds from time to time. POLICY & PROCEDURES OF SCCE PG. 7 Donations to SEPO When an individual, committee or organization purchases “something” for SEPO, then ownership becomes SEPO’s unless explicitly noted otherwise. Once accepted by SEPO (either explicitly or implicitly), future maintenance, usage replacement or removal will be SEPO’s responsibility and expense. If SEPO has ownership, the Board will have sole discretion for its usage and whether replacement or removal is in SEPO interest at that time. There is no guarantee of replacement. If ownership remains with the donor, then future maintenance, usage, replacement and removal will be the owner’s responsibility and expense, however SEPO may request its removal at any time for any reason or no reason. SEPO Board Back to Top

Golf Events (2019-2020: Winter) Additional Details COMPLETE (Cancelled in March 2021, due to Covid-19) Saturday Golf Scramble Sent 2019-11-16: Saturday Golf Scramble - Grace and I will start this traditional activity at 9:00 A. M. Saturday, December 7th. The sign-up sheet will be posted Monday, December 2nd and taken down at noon Friday. All skill levels are welcome and teams are balanced by handicap, as well as possible. Early sign-up helps. The cost is $1 and should be deposited in the Saturday Box in the lounge. If you need more information, please contact us personally or call 956-792-2931. The Clarks ************************* CANCELLED (Mar 20 & 21, 2020) Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament Tournament: Mar 20-21(CANCELLED) Awards Dinner: Mar 21 (CANCELLED) Sent (2020-03-17): Guys & Dolls Tournament CANCELLED / Read for Refund Info - The committee met just now and decided to CANCEL the Guys & Golls Golf Tournament. Refunds will be handed out this Thu and Fri, March 19 & 20, from 9 AM to Noon in the Library. The Committee Sent 2020-03-17: Guys & Dolls, Rewards Dinner - Today the Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament committee will be paying for the meals ordered from Dave's BBQ for Sat evening. Anyone opting out of the tournament after 1 PM TODAY will not be able to receive a reimbursement. SAT EVENING PROGRAM CHANGES ARE AS FOLLOWS: Tournament Awards will be handed out at the Pavilion at 4:30 pm while you are enjoying free adult beverages (if you wish) The dinner will be served by Dave's BBQ in Retzlaff Hall at 5:30 pm ToGo boxes will be available for anyone not wishing to eat at the hall. Thanks for your understanding with this matter. Dave & Val Pickett and Dick & Joyce Smith Guys & Dolls Tournament Chairs Original Announcement concerning the Turnament Do you need a partner? - We had a Partner List (see below) hanging in the library for anyone who was looking for a golfer to play with in the Guys & Dolls tournament. All you had to do was list your name and contact number. Dave Pickett Sent 2020-03-11: Guys & Gals Tournie Update: Day 2 Sales - We had 7 more teams sign up this am. That puts us at 80%. We have room for 11 more teams. You don't have to be an avid golfer to participate. This is a get to know your neighbors and have fun tournie. So come on in tomorrow and sign up. All monies collected, minus the cost of the meals, will be paid out. The more players we have, the more money we pay out. And the more fun you have. Only one more day to sign up; tomorrow Thu, Mar 12, 9am till noon in the library. If you need a partner, please be sure to check our the "need a partner" list posted in the Library. There's a couple of guys on there who need gals to play with. (no pun intended) For golfers who have a spouse or friend who doesn't golf, there is still room on the "meal only" list. Dave & Val Pickett and Dick & Joyce Smith Guys & Dolls Tournament Chairs Sent 2020-03-10: Guys & Gals Tournie Update - We had 36 teams sign up this am. That's almost 70%. We have room for 18 more teams. Only two more days to sign up. Tomorrow Wed, Mar 11, 9am till noon & Thu, Mar 12, 9am till noon. If you need a partner, please be sure to check out the "need a partner" list posted in the Library. For golfers who have a spouse or friend who doesn't golf, there is still room on the "meal only" list. the Guys & Dolls committee Sent 2020-03-10: REMINDER: Guys & Dolls Tournie Signup - REMINDER - Signup: Begins today Tuesday, Mar 10 at 9 AM in the Library. See details on poster If you need a partner: See poster hanging in Library Don't delay signing up or you might get left out of this fun time!!! Dave & Val Pickett and Dick & Joyce Smith (Guys & Dolls Tournament Chairs) Sent 2020-03-06: INITIAL NOTICE - Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament: Days/Times course is being utilized - The Guys & Dolls golf tournament is being held on March 20 & 21. This tournament will be utilizing the course on these days from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm. Thank you in advance for respecting these hours and planning other golf around these times. Another reminder will be sent out as we get closer to the tournament. Dave & Val Pickett and Dick & Joyce Smith, Guys & Dolls Tournament Chairs Sent 2020-03-06: Golf: Guys & Dolls Tournie Info - The Guys & Dolls Golf tournament, open to Owners & Renters only, will be held on Friday and Saturday March 20 and 21. Awards Dinner will be Saturday evening. It will be a Scramble format. Tee time will be assigned and be the same for each day. The cost for golfers is $20 per person and limited to 108 golfers. A meal by Dave’s BBQ (price included in the entry fee) will follow on Saturday evening: 4:45 Social Time (Pavilion) & 5:30 Dinner/Awards (Retzlaff). The cost of meal only, if you don’t golf, is $12 each. This year we are also offering a ‘Share the Wealth’ prize for a ‘Hole in One’ that any team(s) makes. This OPTIONAL 'Hole In One’ contest has an entry fee of $10 per team . Payout will be a portion of the total ‘Hole In One’ entry fees. If only one team get a ‘Hole In One’ they get half of the entry fee. Two or more teams getting a “Hole In One” each get an even portion of half of the entry fee. The other half of the entry fee will be paid out as prize money for the overall tournament. NOW – HERE’S THE VERY IMPORTANT PART. Signup will be from 9am 'til noon on March 10, 11, and 12 in the library. Please bring cash - no checks . If you haven’t found a partner to play with yet, you better get going. Dave & Val Pickett and Dick & Joyce Smith Guys & Dolls Tournament Chairs Sent 2020-02-17: Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament - The Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament will be held on Friday and Saturday of March 20 and 21. Open to SEPO owners and renters only. The cost will be $20 per person and limited to 108 golfers, a meal by Dave’s BBQ will follow on Saturday and meals only will cost $12 each. More info will be coming later but you may start looking for a partner if your better half doesn’t want to golf. Thx. Dave Pickett ************************* COMPLETE (Cancelled as of Mar 19, 2020, due to Covid-19) Thursday Golf Scramble (Starting Thu, Feb 20,2020) Sent 2020-02-17: Thursday Golf Scramble - The Thursday Golf Scramble is starting up again - which costs one dollar and includes a beverage after. It begins at 3 pm every Thursday (weather permitting) and signup sheets are on the bulletin board near the Office, beside Saturday’s sheets. Dave Pickett ************************* COMPLETE (Mar 4-6 & 11, 2020) WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE YEARLY TOURNAMENT Tournament: Mar 4-6 / Awards Party: Mar 11 Sent 2020-03-02: Women's Golf League Awards Party - The Women's Golf League Awards Party will be held in Retzlaff Hall on March 11th at 12:30. Signup sheet is in library. All current and past Women's Golf League members are invited. Connie Robertson Women's Golf League Treasurer Sent 2020-02-27: Women’s Golf Tournament - Reminder: League members please sign up for our tournament next Wednesday, Thursday and Friday by tomorrow (2/28). The signup sheet will come down Friday evening and the lineup for the tournament will be posted Monday. If you have any questions please call me at 303-990-2730. Thanks Cathy Richmond, tournament chair Sent 2020-02-24: Women's golf Tournament - Times course is being utilized - The SCCE women’s golf league will be holding their annual championship tournament on March 4,5 and 6. The ladies will be using the course each day from 9 am to approximately noon. Thank you in advance for respecting these hours and planning other golf around these times. Cathy Richmond, tournament chair ************************* COMPLETE (Mar 2-3 & 6, 2020) MEN'S GOLF LEAGUE YEARLY TOURNAMENT Tournament: Mar 2 & 3 (COMPLETE) Awards Party: Mar 6 (COMPLETE) Sent 2020-02-25: MEN'S GOLF LEAGUE YEARLY TOURNAMENT - The Men's Golf League will hold it's yearly free tournament on March 2nd and 3rd. We play four rounds of golf with rounds starting at 8:30 am, 10:15 am, 12:30 pm and 2:15 pm. All members have signed up for round placements. Tournament prizes will be handed out Friday, March 6th at 4:30 pm in the Pavilion. We will have - all free: beer, margaritas, hamburgers and brats. Thanks, Steve Phillips ************************* COMPLETE (Feb 12, 2020) Golf: Ladies Golf Guest Day (02-12-2020) Sent 2020-02-11: Seurity Keypad on Retzlaff Hall Door - Tonight the Security Keypad on the Retzlaff Hall door will be disabled and all doors will be locked for the Women's Guest Day Golf Tournament Feb.12, 2020. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2020-02-04: Ladies Golf Guest Day - Save the date and invite your friends for a fun day of golf! Our annual fun golf day is February 12th. We play a scramble so you really don’t need to be a “golfer”! We meet at 8:45 for coffee, donuts and fellowship. Golfing starts at 9:30. After golf at about 12:30 we have lunch provided by the women’s golf league consisting of salads, finger foods and desserts. Prizes will be given out after lunch! All this fun costs only $2.00 a person!!! Ask your friends from inside Sunshine and outside the community. Signup sheet will be in the library. Golf guest day committee (by Cathy Richmond) ************************* COMPLETE (Feb 6 thru 7, 2020) Golf: Good Neighbor Lunch Stand (02-06 thru 02-07) Sent 2020-01-20: REMINDER, Women's Golf Lunch Stand - The Sunshine Women’s Golf Lunch Stand was a big hit today even though it was held inside Retzlaff Hall due to the weather. If you missed it, the plan for Friday (as long as the weather improves) is to serve lunch under the pool pavilion from 11 am to 1 pm. If the weather is still too chilly, it well be held in Retzlaff Hall again. This is open to everyone whether you play in the Good Neighbor Tournament or not. Cost is $5.00. Friday we will have brats, hot dogs, chili and sloppy joes. It aslo includes chips and a drink. Extra sandwiches or bowl of chili will be available for an additional $2.00. Please pass the word and support the Women’s Golf League. See you there! Terry DeBackere (by Beth Parrish) NEWSLETTER 2020-01: Women’s Golf, GNGT Lunch Stand - The Sunshine Women’s Golf will host a Lunch Stand at the pool pavilion on Thu, Feb 6th and Fri, Feb 7th from 11am to 1 pm. This is open to everyone whether you play in the Good Neighbor Tournament or not. Cost will be $5.00. Thursday lunch will be a barbeque sandwich, chips and a drink. Friday we will have brats or hot dogs, chips and a drink. Extra sandwiches will be available for an additional $2.00. Please pass the word and support the Women’s Golf League. Thank you Terry DeBackere ************************* COMPLETE (Feb 6 thru 8, 2020) Golf: 35th Annual Good Neighbor Golf Tournament 2020 (02-06 thru 02-08) Sent 2020-02-04: Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (GNGT) - The 35th Annual Good Neighbor Golf Tournament starts this Thursday and ends Saturday, with an awards and dinner banquet. We have great participation. Best of all, great weather is forecast for all 3 days. Yea! You should anticipate a lot of pedestrian and parking activity at the office area, Retzlaff Hall, and the Pavilion. So drive carefully in these areas. This is also last call for Gift Baskets for the Awards portion of the program for participants. Please deliver any basket and / or appropriate donation to Janis McFee at 2028 W Michigan Dr before Friday at noon. Looking forward to another successful GNGT for 2020! Tony Tramel Chairman of GNGT Sent 2020-01-31: Loaner pull carts for good neighbot - A few golfers from outside our community are in need of pull carts for the Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament next Thurs, Fri, and Sat, Feb 6,7,8. Also there are some players who have requested loaner riding carts. If you would be willing to loan a player either a riding cart or a pull cart, please contact Jerry Wetherbee at 425-418-3345 or jerry.wetherbee@gmail.com . Thank you Jerry Wetherbee Sent 2020-01-18: GNGT Gift Baskets - The Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (GNGT) is a 35-year tradition of Sunshine Estates Country Club. There are many prizes and awards during the Good Neighbor Golf Tournament banquet on Saturday. A few years ago residents started a tradition of preparing gift baskets as great prizes during the banquet.These baskets have been prepared in the past with the donor’s hometown in mind and with new items valued between $30 and $50. We hope both residents and non-residents will continue this donation practice.The baskets do not, however, need to be from your hometown region. To lessen your costs, you might want to consider creating a basket together with friends or neighbors.We would also be grateful for separate gift certificates or items that we could assemble into joint baskets. Janis McFee and Eileen Anderson have taken on the mission of receiving and storing gift basket donations for the GNGT. If you and or your neighbors would like to prepare and or share in preparing a gift basket, we encourage you to do so by providing them to Janis McFee and / or Eileen Anderson prior to the scheduled event dates. Based on history, the recipients of these unique gift basket prizes welcome this approach and truly appreciate everyone's generosity. Eileen Anderson 2024 W Montana Ave 507-317-0296 Janis McFee 2020 W Michigan Dr 651-271-8214 Sent 2020-01-07: Registrations for Good Neighbor Good Tournament this Week! - The Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (GNGT) is a 35-year tradition of Sunshine Country Club Estates. Registration for players will begin this Thursday (Jan 9) thru Saturday (Jan 11) from 9 AM to 1 PM each day in the Library at the Office. First come first served. Don’t forget and get shut out. Come see us and bring your money; checks (made out to SEPO) preferred. Dates of Play are: Thursday, February 6 through Saturday, February 8, 2020. Cost is $50 per player, and one golfer’s guest meal ticket is $20. Tony Trammel GNGT Chairman Sent 2019-12-27 in Newsletter: 35th Annual Good Neighbor Golf Tournament 2020 - Gift Baskets Hello Sunshine Estates Friends: The Good Neighbor Golf Tournament (GNGT) is a 35-year tradition of Sunshine Estates Country Club. This article is to let new, as well as “old”, (not taken literally,) residents of Sunshine Estates, be aware and encourage the participation in this fun 3-day event. For non-players, “participation” also includes providing support during play. Registration for players will be 9 AM to 1:00 PM, January 9th through the 11th in the Library of the Office. There are many prizes and awards during the dinner banquet on Saturday. Residents started a tradition of preparing gift baskets as great prizes during the banquet. These baskets have been prepared in the past with the donor’s hometown in mind and with new items valued between $30 and $50. We hope residents will continue this donation practice. The baskets do not, however, need to be from your hometown region. To lessen your costs, you might want to consider creating a basket together with friends or neighbors. We would also be grateful for separate gift certificates or items that we could assemble into joint baskets. Janis McFee and Eileen Anderson have taken on the mission of receiving and storing gift basket donations for the GNGT . If you and or your neighbors would like to prepare and or share in preparing a gift basket, we encourage you to do so by providing them to Janis McFee and / or Eileen Anderson prior to the scheduled event dates. Based on history, the recipients of these unique gift basket prizes welcome this approach and truly appreciate Sunshine Country Club’s generosity. Get ready for registration and basket preparation! Eileen Anderson 2024 W Montana Ave 507-317-0296 Janis McFee 2020 W Michigan Dr 651-271-8214 Tony Tramel 2020 GNGT Chairman trtramel@gmail.com Cell 337-693-6344 December 2019 ************************* COMPLETE (Jan 24 & 25, 2020) Golf: Las Vegas Scramble and Potato Bake (01-24-2020 & 01-25-2020) Signups for two great events are in the Library! Please be aware (pictured below): There are two separate sets of envelopes & two separate boxes for these events. ALSO: Signup sheets for each event are on the Library bulletin board. LAS VEGAS SCRAMBLE - 2 fun filled days!! Fri, Jan 24th & Sat, Jan 25th Two tee times - 9am & 11:30am Open to residents & renters $7.00 per person (cash only please) Prize money given out at the Potato Bake Supper ($6.00 per person) so be sure to sign up for that too! Questions? Joyce Smith (507-236-6302), Bonnie Fransene (309-335-4251), Judy Parker (956-245-4156) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- POTATO BAKE SUPPER with all the fixins Jan 25, 2020 SOCIAL at 4:30pm, DINNER at 5:00pm $6.00 per person (cash only please) Open to residents & renters Questions? Glenda Wetherbee (425-418-0031) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sent 2020-01-20: Potato Bake - The Potato Bake sponsored by Ladies Golf is Saturday, January 25. The price is $6.00 per person. You can signup in the Library through Thursday, January 23. Refer questions to Glenda Wetherbee at 424-418-0031. Glenda Wetherbee Sent 2020-01-19: Las Vegas Scramble signup - The last day for our Las Vegas Scramble signup will be Tuesday, Jan. 21st. The signup sheets will be taken down at 6 pm. If you haven't signed up yet, now is the time to do it. Don't miss out on all the fun!. Two days of fun for only $7! If you signed up, but have not paid, please do ASAP! All of the details for signing up and the event itself are above. If you have any questions, please call Joyce Smith 507-236-6302. Sent 2019-12-27 in Newsletter: Las Vegas Scramble & Potato Bake - NEWS FLASH FROM WOMENS GOLF Mark your calendars for January 24&25, 2020. Women’s golf will be hosting a Las Vegas Scramble and Potato Bake. Open to all SEPO residents, renters and guests. More details to follow: Joyce Smith—Scramble Glenda Wetherbee—Potato Bake ************************* Back to Top

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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

Activities: Women's Club (2022-2023 Winter) Additional Details The Women's Club Activities Committee Signup Sheets are posted in the SEPO Library. As Details concerning the various Activities become available, they will be posted for the Community. Shrimp Boil (2022-10-22) Halloween Parade (2022-10-31) Veterans' Day (2022-11-11) Thanksgiving Dinner (2022-11-24) Bake Sale & Raffle (2022-12-10) Breakfast (2022-12-17) Valley Voices (2022-12-20) Caroling (2022-12-22) Christmas Dinner (2022-12-25) Drama Skit (2022-12-25) NYE Party (2022-12-31) New Residest's Party (2023-01-13) Superbowl Party (2023-02-12) (CANCELED) Bow-Tie Event (2023-02-14) (CANCELLED) Taste of Sunshine & Cake Walk (2023-02-23) Valley Voices (2023-02-24) Concert: Rusty Rierson (2023-03-12) Drama Skit (2023-03-18) Farewell: Hobo Party (2023-03-30) Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 10-22-22 Sat Shrimp Boil (Cathy Richmond) (COMPLETE) 10-31-22 Mon Halloween Parade (Vicky Leroy-Krueger) (COMPLETE) 11-11-22 Thu Veteran’s Day (Lenore Combs) (COMPLETE) 11-24-22 Thu Thanksgiving Dinner (Vicky LeRoy-Krueger) (COMPLETE) 12-10-22 Sat Craft & Bake Sale & Raffle (Terry DeBackere) (COMPLETE) 12-17-22 Sat Breakfast (Pam Adams) (COMPLETE) 12-20-22 Tue Valley Voices (Jill Ventrello) (COMPLETE) 12-22-22 Thu Caroling (Pam Lacy) (COMPLETE) 12-25-22 Sun Christmas Dinner (Lenore Combs) (COMPLETE) 12-25-22 Sun Drama Skit (Nancy Steele) (COMPLETE) 12-31-22 Sat NYE Party (Beth Parrish/Denise Utterback) (COMPLETE) 01-13-23 Fri New Homeowners' Party : How Sweet It Is (Pam Davis/Lisa Perrier) (COMPLETE) 02-12-23 Sun Superbowl Party (Need Chairperson(s)) (CANCELED) 02-14-23 Tue Bow-Tie Happy Hour (Pam Lacy) (CANCELED) 02-23-23 Thu Taste of Sunshine & Cake Walk (Pam Davis/Vicky LeRoy-Krueger) (COMPLETE) 02-24-23 Fri Valley Voices (Jill Ventrello) (COMPLETE) 03-12-23 Sun Concert: Rusty Rierson (Jill Ventrello) (COMPLETE) 03-18-23 Sat Comedy / Drama Skits (Nancy Steele) (COMPLETE) 03-30-23 Thu Farewell: Hobo Party (Dee Novak) (COMPLETE) If you would like to volunteer to Chair/Co-Chair OR be on one or more Committees, please sign up on the poster(s) in the Library or contact Jill Ventrello (see her contact info below). Jill Ventrello Women’s Club Activities Director 720-660-8417 jillybeanbean56@gmail.com Shrimp Boil (2022-10-22) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 10-22-22 Sat Shrimp Boil (Cathy Richmond) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-10-20: Women's Club: Shrimp boil Update - Get your virtual tickets for the shrimp boil in the library by Friday at 5PM! We are not selling tickets at the door. Cost is $10 per person for shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, bread and dessert! We will also provide iced tea and coffee. Bring whatever else you want to drink. Doors open at 4:30! See you there! - Cathy Richmond 303-990-3730 2022-10 Updates - Virtual signups for the shrimp boil are now available in the library. There will be boiled shrimp, sausage, corn on the cob, potatoes, bread, dessert, iced tea, coffee and condiments. Nothing is cooked with the shrimp for those who are allergic to shellfish. The food is kept hot in roasters, and you will be served. I need a couple more volunteers to work in the kitchen and serving line as well as a couple of strong guys to lift the cooked food out of the pots. Doors open at 4:30. Hey guys! 68 tickets sold in one day for the shrimp boil! Envelopes are in the library to sign up. Several people have asked why there is not a signup sheet for the shrimp boil. My explanation comes from experience with using both the signup sheet and the virtual ticket box. Sometimes people sign up and forget to put their money in the box. The chair of the event then has to check with the resident and explain they didn’t put money in the box. Other times people sign up twice so the chair has to reconcile names with money. It is far easier to simply take names from the envelopes in the box. Not very often do we have a limit on tickets. Since we have a limit of 160 tickets, I check the box frequently and will keep the community updated on how many tickets have been sold at least daily. All that being said see you at the shrimp boil on the 22nd! Sent 2022-10-02: WC Shrimp Boil: Ticket Sale Date - Shrimp boil tickets will go on sale October 12th by virtual tickets in the library. If you have friends who will be here for the shrimp boil but are worried about getting tickets, please sign them up. Tickets are limited to 160 and will not be sold at the door. Any questions call me at (303)-990-2730. - Cathy Richmond Sent 2022-09-23: WC - Shrimp boil - The first women’s club activity this year is a shrimp boil on October 22nd. It looks like we will be able to keep the cost at $10 per person! There will be shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes and desserts. The shrimp is cooked separately so those with allergies may safely eat the rest of the food. Signup will be virtually in the library. A quick review of virtual signups: There is a flowery lock box in the library. It will have envelopes on it that are stamped so you can fill in your name and submit either cash or a check made out to SCCE Womens Club. A list will be compiled with names of paid residents and as you enter your name will be checked off at the door. There is a limit of 160 tickets and no tickets will be sold at the door. Watch the SEPO e-news for more details! Hope to see you there! - Cathy Richmond Sent 2022-09-11: Women's Club (WC): Shrimp Boil - The first Women’s Club event of the season is the shrimp boil on October 22. We will have shrimp, corn, potatoes and sausage (and dessert). All four main items are served from roasters and the shrimp is cooked separately for those who have shrimp allergies. I would like to have a meeting of those willing to help next week to plan the event. Contact me text or call at (303)990-2730 if you would like to help and we will set up a meeting. After the meeting we will be better able to let the community know the particulars. Thanks in advance Cathy Richmond Halloween Parade (2022-10-31) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 10-31-22 Mon Halloween Parade (Vicky Leroy Krueger) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-11-02: WC: Halloween Parade - Pics on Web site - Thanks to everyone who supplied the great pics from the Halloween Golf Cart Parade. I have uploaded everything I received HERE . - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2022-11-02: WC: Halloween Parade - Thx for Donations - We would like to thank everyone for the generous food drive the park had for SONshine Ministries Halloween Eve. Hundreds, perhaps a couple of thousand, food items were received. They will all be delivered shortly to less fortunate people in Mexico. God bless you all. Keith and Linda Axvig--SONshine Ministries. Pictures of the donations can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE . - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2022-11-02: WC: Halloween Parade - Thank You - Thank You to everyone what fun night we had even with a little rain. The food and donations will be put work starting Tuesday. We have helped a lot of people in much need with a chance of having food for their families. Pics of the collection can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE . - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2022-10-30: WC: Halloween golf cart trick or treat - Sent 2022-10-26: WC Halloween Parade - Back to Top Veterans' Day (2022-11-11) ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 11-11-22 Fri Veterans' Day (Lenore Combs) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-11-07: WC: Veterans Day Tribute Friday 11 November 2pm - Dear Friends Game Plan for Friday: Please join us this Friday for a Veterans Day Tribute Golf Cart Parade, Ceremony and Potluck. Everyone is most cordially invited Parade: 2PM meet at the Office, line up, * Flags ready (you carry it or zip tie it to the cart) 2:15 Golf Cart Parade starts - heads to Gazebo 2:30 Flag Ceremony and etc 4:00 Social & Potluck set up 4:30 Welcome 5PM Potluck Readiness Team: We need 8 Flag Bearers + 2 ? 4 escorts (Flags are in Retz Hall) These Flag bearers will carry their Flag to the Gazebo (on their Golf cart) Also, could use some help with Flag readiness prep (simple) such as help getting flag stands to & from Gazebo (John will be at the Gazebo) Veterans Day Program at the Gazebo (John & Hoppy - mc) Need 2 Traffic control volunteers - station: near the Gazebo steps Duty - simple assistance w parking around Gazebo for presentation as parade comes up Texas Ave. Route = go in between the marked trees and park either side of the Gazebo Everyone will remain in their Golf Cart for the Ceremony Except the 8 Flag Bearers and the 4 Flag escorts -- they will post colors etc in the Gazebo USA Canada Army Navy Marines Coast Guard Air Force POW-MIA Our committee could use some volunteers to carry our Flags etc Could use some general assistance We need 2 volunteers for parking assistance at the Gazebo Vicky is handling the Potluck arrangements Who can pick up the cake? Local bakery by Post Office New Combes Road will be ready by 12 noon -- then take it to Retz Hall kitchen There is a signup sheet (assignment) Leave me your name, phone & duty) - please & thanks Any questions - Please call us. Thanks Lenore Combs 956 245 1276 Genie Newsom 608 697 6719 Marlene Hall 641 351 9973 Thanks, as usual -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Thanksgiving Dinner (2022-11-24) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 11-24-22 Thu Thanksgiving Dinner (Vicky LeRoy-Krueger) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-11-23: WC: Thanksgiving Day Update - Thanksgiving Day the doors of the hall will open at 1:30pm for everyone. Thank You for your patience. - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2022-11-22: WC: Thanksgiving (Final Reminder - Signup due by EOD Tues) - November 24, 2022 Signup cut off is Tuesday end of day! Happy Short Hour > 2:00pm Eating at > 2:30pm Potluck Dinner / Turkey provided (There is a $5.00 per person charge for the turkey and other items) Signup and payment in the library Hope to see you there!!! - Vicky Leroy Krueger Sent 2022-11-22: Thanksgiving Dinner - Thanksgiving Dinner / November 24, 2022 Happy Hour 2:00pm / Eating at 2:30pm Potluck Dinner / Turkey Provided (There is a $5.00 per person charge for the cost of the turkeys and other needs) The signup is setup in library with virtual payment Also there are signup sheets for what potluck items you will bring. Thank You Everyone! Any question text or call - Vicky LeRoy Krueger 785-418-6208 Sent 2022-11-09: Thanksgiving Dinner - Thanksgiving Dinner / November 24, 2022 Happy Hour 2:00pm / Eating at 2:30pm Potluck Dinner / Turkey Provided Come and enjoy dinner with our extended family! (There is a $5.00 per person charge for the cost of the turkeys and other needs) The signup is setup in library with virtual payment Also there are signup sheets for what potluck items you will bring. And last but not least there signup sheets for helping > none of this is possible unless we get help to accomplish all of the tasks that are needed to make all of this happen Thank You Everyone! Any question text or call - Vicky LeRoy Krueger 785-418-6208 Bake Sale & Raffle (2022-12-10) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-10-22 Sat Bake Sale (Terry DeBackere) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-12-05: WC: Bake Sale Reminder about Donations - In case you might have missed the below in the December Newsletter AND as a reminder that we need your 'goodies' donations this Friday, please read on. Mark your calendar for the Women's Club Bake Sale on Sat Dec 10th from 8 to 11 am in Retzlaff Hall. Get out those cookbooks and favorite recipes and make your favorite holiday goodies for this event. Donations must be labeled* and priced. *(Note any nuts) and may be dropped off at Retzlaff Hall between 5 and 7 pm on Fri Dec 9th. Thanks in advance for your generous donations. On Saturday morning come purchase these holiday goodies including homemade candy ..cookies ..jams ..jellies ..salsa and so much more. There will also be sweet rolls and coffee served for a $1 donation. The Wetherbees will once again be making Lefse for us during the Bake Sale. There will be a raffle and door prizes to add to the fun! Come join us for a fun filled morning - visit with your Sunshine neighbors and enjoy the goodies and fellowship. - Terry DeBackere.. chairman Breakfast (2022-12-17) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-17-22 Sat Breakfast (Pam Adams) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-12-08: WC: Breakfast on Dec 17, 2022 - Pam Adams Office 615-895-8000 PREFERRED cell 615-668-3145 and text Valley Voices (2022-12-20) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-20-22 Tue Valley Voices (Jill Ventrello) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-12-22: WC: Valley Voices - The Women's Club sponsored the 'Valley Voices' Christmas Concert in the Retzlaff Hall earlier this week. Thanks to Jill Ventrello (WC Activities Director) who brought this group to the attention of SEPO. It was very professionally done - Tuxes and everything. And it was fantastic. You can also see pictures (complementary from one of your neighbors) on the Sunshine Web site HERE . - Beth Parrish SEPO Communications 314-960-6710 Sent 2022-11-30: WC: Valley Voices Concert - Caroling (2022-12-22) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-22-22 Thu Caroling (Pam Lacy) (COMPLETE) Sent 2022-12-22: WC Caroling, Need Pics and Videos to share - Hi all - I took lots of pictures last year when the carolers were out, but I'm not sure I'm going to be able to that this year. I'm asking any of you who will be out and about this evening 'singing in' or 'just around' the carolers to take pictures and / or videos and send them to me at sepoenews@gmail.com so I can share them with the community. Thx. - Beth Parrish SEPO Communications 314-960-6710 Sent 2022-12-20: REMINDER & Route - Christmas Caroling this Thursday, Dec 22 - The practices are complete, and it is just about time for the carolers to show off their Christmas spirit and their voices. The fun and frivolity will be this Thursday, Dec 22 starting about 4:30pm. The route is set and we will be stopping at the Sunshine homes listed here: First stop: 1945 W Montana Second stop: 4140 Missouri Third stop: 4117 Nebraska Fourth stop: 1941 Indiana Cir Fifth stop: 1916 Iowa Sixth stop: 4329 Minnesota Seventh stop: 4217 Minnesota Eighth stop: 1945 Michigan We sure do hope everyone will enjoy! - Pam Lacy Sent 2022-11-30: WC: Caroling - All are welcome. You don't have to be a great singer or have elf experience. It will all be a lot of fun for our residents. First meeting and practice will be Sunday, Dec 4th at 1pm in Retz Hall. Come and join in the fun! At this time the Carolering will be Thursday Dec 22nd Starting about 4:30pm. - Pam Lacy Christmas Dinner (2022-12-25) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-25-22 Sun Christmas Dinner (Lenore Combs) (COMPLETE) From: Lenore Combs, Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2022 11:14 AM (but not via sepoenews) - Subject: Christmas Dinner etc I have hung up signs about the time: Dinner is 2pm, Social 1pm -- Lenore J Combs Sent 2022-12-12: Christmas Dinner planning meeting - Dear Friends If you have signed up to help or would like the opportunity: Please join us in the Library for a review of Christmas dinner plans. Wednesday 14 December 2022 3:30pm Thanks PS The Head Elf at the Police Dept sends warm regards & thanks for all the wonderful gifts. for Toys For Tots/ We have filled 3 boxes plus. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Mari Tennent 616 260 0506 Elves, Inc Sent 2022-11-30: WC: CHRISTMAS DINNER 2022 - Dear Friends, Christmas is coming faster than we think There is a CHRISTMAS DINNER "volunteer" signup sheet with only 'two' lonesome names. 😟 It is located on the WC Activities billboard in the Library. I would like to have a planning meeting early next week and even if you can't make the planning part, we can use your help on Christmas day. One potential early consideration is if we have turkey and/or ham. We will need chefs (and carvers for the turkey) as most ham is already pre-sliced. If we don't get a committee we together, we can have a Charlie Brown Christmas dinner: Peanut butter & Jelly sandwiches Root Beer Floats Popcorn Thanks -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator for Christmas dinner Drama Skit (2022-12-25) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) (COMPLETE) 12-25-22 Sun Drama Skit (Nancy Steele) This skit is being presented at 3 PM on Christmas day in Retzlaff Hall. Back to Top NYE Party (2022-12-31) ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-31-22 Sat NYE Party (Beth Parrish/Denise Utterback) (COMPLETE) Newsletter 2023-02: Women's Club: NYE Party (Thank You) - We would like to thank: Our super great committee who made our planning sessions so much fun. Everyone who attended the party and helped us bring in the new year of 2023. We hope you all enjoyed our casual fun-filled evening of eating, drinking, dancing and laughing. - Denise Utterback & Beth Parrish Sent 2022-12-31: PLEASE READ NOW - DETAIL UPDATE: WC NYE Party - TIME CHANGE FOR OPENING OF DOORS: Doors will open at 7:30 this evening. As always there will be no reserving of spots at a table. First Come - First to Pick a Spot. Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417) Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs Sent 2022-12-31: REMINDER: Details for tonight (since some of you have been calling) - As a reminder - Here are the details for tonight's WC NYE Party. Time: 8 PM to 11 PM (witness the East Coast ball drop @ 11) Doors will open at 7:45 sharp for you early birds. Where: Retzlaff Hall FOOD: Please bring a favorite appetizer or dessert to share. (And please label if it contains nuts, shellfish or other items people may be allergic to.) Tables will be set up to hold your goodies. BEVERAGES: Coffee, Water and Ice provided. Everything else is BYO. TABLEWEAR: Paper plates, plasticware and napkins provided. BACKDROP FOR PICTURE TAKING: You are encouraged to capture some ‘kodak moments’ of the evening. We’ll have multiple ‘props’ available to spruce up your pictures. MUSIC & DANCING: You will hear some of your favorite tunes (both oldies and newbies) all night long. SUPRISES: So as not to spoil the fun, we're not going to go into any details about this portion of the evening. But we think it’ll be a ‘hoot’. Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417) Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs Sent 2022-12-28: WC: NYE setup in the hall - I just wanted to remind everyone that signup for the NYE party is closed. And also, with so many things going on even this last week of the year, if there is anything that will be taking place in the hall between now and 4 PM NYE, please do not disturb the table setup in the hall. Those who did the Chrismas dinner were nice enough to leave it the way they had it since the NYE party will be using the same format. NYE - Here we come !!! - Beth Parrish WC NYE Party Co-Chair Sent 2022-12-26: FINAL REMINDER: WC NYE Party - Ticket Sales ending - We hope that everyone had a great Christmas !!! But now that Christmas is in the rear view mirror, it's time to look ahead to bringing in the New Year this coming Saturday evening in Retzlaff Hall. This is your FINAL REMINDER to purchase your NYE Party tickets. We will be taking down the signup sheets in the Library this Wed (12-28) at 8 PM. Tickets are $5 per person. It's simple; signup on the attendance sheet, put your money in the envelope provided and drop it into the NYE Party box. All other details about this exciting event are below. Please call either of us with any questions. Hope to see you all there. Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417) Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs Sent 2022-12-22: REMINDER, WC NYE Party - I know everyone is busy getting ready for primarily two things: Christmas (what fun) and the approaching cold weather (boooo). But I wanted to remind everyone to be sure and take time out of your busy day and get over to the library to sign up for the WC NYE Party. I took the signup stuff to the Women's Club meeting last Friday and then posted everything in the library after the meeting. We've got quite a few on the signup sheet. But there's certainly room for lots more. In case you missed the original email, I've repeated all of the details again. We hope to see your bright and shining faces there. See below for details. Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417) Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs Sent 2022-12-15: WC: NYE Party - Details and Signup Info - Hi All – We hope you have your calendars marked to attend the Women's Club NYE Party. Day/Date: Saturday, Dec 31, 2022 (DUH) Time: 8 PM to 11 PM (witness the East Coast ball drop @ 11) Where: Retzlaff Hall Price: $5 per person FOOD: Please bring a favorite appetizer or dessert to share. (And please label if it contains nuts, shellfish or other items people may be allergic to.) Tables will be set up to hold your goodies. BEVERAGES: Coffee, Water and Ice provided. Everything else is BYO. TABLEWEAR: Paper plates, plasticware and napkins provided. BACKDROP FOR PICTURE TAKING: You are encouraged to capture some ‘kodak moments’ of the evening. We’ll have multiple ‘props’ available to spruce up your pictures. MUSIC & DANCING: You will hear some of your favorite tunes (both oldies and newbies) all night long. SUPRISES: So as not to spoil the fun, we're not going to go into any details about this portion of the evening. But we think it’ll be a ‘hoot’. SIGNUP: In the library. Signup Sheet on the Easel - Sign your name(s), # of persons attending and check off if you have paid or not. Envelope (which has been moved directyly under the signup sheet) - Fill out the stamped area. Don’t forget to insert your money. ($5/person) Drop it into the box marked New Years Eve Party (and NOT Christmas Dinner) We have limited space available, so get over there and sign up early. Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) & Denise Utterback (618-553-1417) Women's Club NYE Party Co-Chairs Sent 2022-12-04: WC: NYE Party - For a Good Time: Come Party With Us - Can you believe it! Four short weeks from today we'll be shuffling out the Old Year and hosting in the New Year. WOW - 2023 is almost here. So be sure and mark your calendars, and plan to attend, the Women's Club NYE Party. The committee is currently in the planning stages. We do know it won’t be fancy, but it should be a fun time for everyone. I can tell you the party is: Sunday, Dec 31 (DUH) From 8 PM to 11 PM (see below) In Retzlaff Hall Music, Dancing and other Surprises (definitely still planning) And what would a party be without food and drink Virtual signup will begin soon in the Library I know some of you might be asking - why end at 11 and not midnight? Ending this party a little early will give everyone the opportunity to; go home and go to bed OR watch the central time zone ball drop on TV in the comfort of their own homes in their jammies OR go to another party! 😊Please watch for event details in sepoenews as they are finalized. Hope to see you there!!! - Denise Utterback & Beth Parrish (Committee Co-Chairs) Back to Top New Residest's Party (2023-01-13) ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 01-13-23 Fri New Residents' Party: How Sweet It Is (Pam Davis & Lisa Perrier) (COMPLETE) Sent 2023-01-11: New Residents Party (Safety Precautions) - Dear Neighbors, Thank you for signing up for the Women’s Club New Residents’ Party being held this Friday, January 13. The sign up is now closed. We ask that if you have signed up and may feel under the weather, have a fever or any signs or symptoms of Covid on Friday, to please stay at home. If you let us know by 1 PM on Friday or sooner, we are happy to deliver your catered meal to your doorstep. We hope to have a fun and safe event for the community. Thank you in advance! Sincerely, Pam Davis 214-516-4844 / Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2023-01-08: FINAL REMINDER: WC New Residents Party - ticket sales ending and other info - We hope everyone is enjoying the New Year and are looking forward to celebrating our new Residents this Friday January 13th in the Hall. This is a reminder that virtual ticket sales will close this Tuesday evening. If you would like to attend, the signup process is easy, just write your name on the signup sheet and place your $12 per person in the envelope and drop it in the box located in the Library. We look forward to a fun-filled evening to welcome our new neighbors. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. See poster below for additional details. Sincerely, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 & Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2022-12-31: WC: New Residents Party Info - Dear Neighbors, Each year to welcome our new residents, the Woman’s Club hosts a new homeowner resident’s party. Our theme this year is How Sweet It Is! We will be having this event on Friday, January 13th, 2023. The doors of Retzlaff Hall will open at 4 PM. We plan on having new resident introductions around 4:30, followed by a meal catered by the Koffee Klatch. We will have music and dancing provided by DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant. Plus, a few door prizes for our new residents. As always, the new homeowners will receive a hand delivered invitation soon with instructions on how to RSVP to the event at no cost. We will have virtual tickets available for $12 in the library with a sign up sheet about 10 days prior to the event. We look forward to a fun night of fellowship with all of our neighbors. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Sincerely Yours, Pam Davis 214-516-4844 Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2022-12-08: WC: New Residents' party - Dear Neighbors, Each year to welcome our new residents, the Women’s Club hosts a new homeowner residents' party. Our theme this year is How Sweet It Is! We will be having this event on Friday, January 13th, 2023. The doors of Retzlaff Hall will open at 4 PM. We plan on having new resident introductions around 4:30, followed by a meal catered by the Koffee Klatch. We will have music and dancing provided by DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant. Plus, a few door prizes for our new residents. As always, the new homeowners will receive a hand-delivered invitation soon with instructions on how to RSVP to the event at no cost. We will have virtual tickets available for $12 in the library with a signup sheet about 10 days prior to the event. We look forward to a fun night of fellowship with all of our neighbors. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Sincerely Yours, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 & Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2022-11-18: Donations for New Residents' Party - The Womens’ Club will be celebrating our new residents with a party on January 13, 2023, at Retzlaff Hall. We would like to show these new homeowners the greatness of our community and surroundings. If you, or your Club, want to donate an item for a door prize, please let us know. Also, we are trying to gather gift cards from local vendors that we support. So, if you’re a regular somewhere, maybe ask for a donation. We are looking forward to our event and can’t wait to meet our new residents. For additional information, contact Pam Davis (214-516-4844) or Lisa Perrier (651-485-7293) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 02-12-23 Sun Superbowl Party (Need Chairperson(s)) (CANCELED) Newsletter 2023-02: Women’s Club SuperBowl (canceled) (02-12-23) - Women’s Club is going to cancel the Super Bowl Party. We are going to have a lot of people out of town. So, with low interest otherwise it is going to be canceled. Thanks as always for your support of Women’s Club. - Vicky Leroy Krueger, Women's Club President Sent 2023-01-21: Women’s Club Super Bowl - Women’s Club is going to cancel the Super Bowl Party. We are going to have a lot of people out of town. So, with low interest other wise, it is going to be canceled. Thanks as always for your support of Women’s Club - Vicky Krueger Superbowl Party (2023-02-12) (CANCELED) Back to Top Bow-Tie Event (2023-02-14) (CANCELLED) ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 02-14-23 Tue Bow-T ie Happy Hour (Pam Lacy) (CANCELED) Sent 2023-01-31: WC - Valentine’s Day - Valentine’s Day Bow-Tie committee apologizes but brunch and happy hour festivities have been canceled for this year. So, get your romantic, love filled plans on and make some wonderful memories. - Pam Lacy Newsletter 2023-02: Women's Club: Bow-Tie Brunch is now “Bow-Tie Happy Hour” - Valentine’s Day February 14 Alert! Due to a variety of reasons we have changed this year’s Valentine's Day celebration from a Bow-Tie Brunch to a Bow-Tie Happy Hour. February 14 at 4:00 in the hall. More information will be forth coming. - Pam Lacy Sent 2023-01-11: WC: Bow Tie Brunch - Need Your Help - Hi everyone - I was so excited to see that I had ten or more people signed up to work on the Womens' Club Bow Tie Brunch scheduled for Tuesday, Feb 14. BUT - due to life happening when you are planning something, my committee has shrunk to three people. I'm asking you to please consider joining the team/committee. Our next meeting is January 16. Anyone interested can call me, Pam Lacy @ 218-433-3416, or Lisa Perrier @ 651-485-7293. Thanks so much. Pam Lacy Taste of Sunshine & Cake Walk (2023-02-23) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 02-23-23 Thu Taste of Sunshine & Cake Walk (Pam Davis/Vicky LeRoy Krueger) Sent 2023-02-17: Donations for "Taste of Sunshine" Event - The Women's Club is asking for donations of cakes, pies, or goodies for the "Taste of Sunshine" cake walk. 4pm on Thursday 2/23/2023. The signup sheet will be in the library. Please package to give away. And let us know what you are bring. You can leave your stuff in the kitchen the day of the event. With your help you all make this possible. Thank You for your help! Should be fun for all. - Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-02-17: Taste of Sunshine and Cake Walk Event - Sent 2023-02-16: "Taste of Sunshine" cake walk info - Women's Club Meeting is this Friday 2/17/2023 at 9am in Retzlaff Hall. Please come and enjoy a little coffee and some donuts with us. I will have a signup sheet for donations of cakes, pies, or goodies for the upcoming "Taste of Sunshine" cake walk on Thursday, Feb 23. There is no charge for the event > it is a potluck with dishes from your home state or even your childhood. We will charge for the cake walk and we are going to be doing 50/50 drawings throughout the event. Hope you can join us Friday for the Women's Club Meeting! Thank You, Vicky LeRoy Krueger Sent 2023-02-01: WC: Taste of Sunshine Potluck and Cakewalk - Dear Neighbors, The Women’s Club is happy to announce the upcoming activity of Taste of Sunshine with a Cake Walk. This event will take place on Thursday, February 23rd at 4PM. With this event, we encourage everyone to make a dish from their childhood/adulthood lives or from the state in which you live/lived. This is a great way for us to get to know each other better through the love of food. When you enter the hall, you will place your dish under your state sign. Hopefully, we will see so many wonderful dishes and state pride from all of our Sunshine residents. To make the event, a little more interesting, we have decided to add a cakewalk. We will have a sign-up list for anyone who would like to donate a baked good and we will sell cakewalk tickets for two dollars a walk. There will be other surprises as well! We are looking forward to a wonderful time of fellowship with our community and encourage everyone to have fun and participate in this event. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. More details to come in the following weeks. Sincerely, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 & Vicky Leroy 785-418-6208 Newsletter: 2023-02: Women's Club: Taste of Sunshine & Cake Walk - Mark your calendar for this upcoming Women's Club event – and stay tuned for details. - Beth Parrish (for Pam Davis & Vicky Leroy Krueger) Sent 2022-08-16: CORRECTION: Women's Club (WC): Taste of Sunshine Event Date - Taste of Sunshine Event 🌞 We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and look forward to seeing everyone’s safe return this fall. As a reminder, we will be having a new unique event this season (Thursday, February 25, 2023) in which we will be asking everyone to prepare your favorite dish from your home state, country or a place that you have lived and loved. We feel this would be a wonderful way to get to know each other better through the joy of food! That being said, please think about what you would like to make and please be sure to bring any ingredients you may need from your travels back to Sunshine with you. We are looking forward to learning more about each other through food. Also, as a bonus, we will be offering a cake walk during this event so please let us know if you are interested in donating a baked good. If you have any questions or concerns about this event, please feel free to contact Pam Davis 214-516-4844. Sincerely, Pam Davis and Vicky LeRoy Krueger Valley Voices (2023-02-24) Back to Top ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 02-24-23 Fri Valley Voices (Jill Ventrello) Newsletter 2023-02: Women's Club: Valley Voices - The Women's Club is hosting another Valley Voices concert on February 24th @ 3:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. See additional details below. - Jill Ventrello, Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2023-01-24: WC: Valley Voices - The Women's Club is hosting another Valley Voices concert on February 24th @ 3:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. See additional details below. - Jill Ventrello Back to Top Concert: Rusty Rierson (2023-03-12) ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 03-12-23 Sun Concert: Rusty Rierson (Jill Ventrello) 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 2023-03-11: 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 2023-03-07: 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 2023-03-06: 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 2023-02-20: WC Fund Raiser: Concert - Rusty Rierson - I wanted to get the word out that the Women's Club has added a new event scheduled for March 12. Details are listed on the poster below. - Jill Ventrello, WC Activities Director ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 03-18-23 Sat Drama Skit (Nancy Steele) Sent 2023-03-14: WC: Upcoming Drama - Drama Skit (2023-03-18) Sent 2023-03-06: WC: Upcoming Drama Performance - N ewsletter 2023-03: Women's Club, Drama Skit - Drama Club presents A Program in Retzlaff Hall Saturday March 18 at 2:00 PM with light refreshments afterwards. Plenty of Laughs and opportunities for audience response. Four Short Skits followed by a longer story of a shipwreck on a lonely Island with some crazy Characters. Tickets are Five dollars each. Please buy them in advance. We will provide envelopes in the library. - Nancy Steele, 614-657-3428 Newsletter 2023-02: Women's Club: Drama Skit - - Nancy Steele, 614-657-3428 ************************** Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 03-30-23 Thu Farewell: Hobo Party (Dee Novak ) 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 2023-03-28: 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 2023-03-23: Farewell party - One week till the farewell party! Get your virtual tickets in the library soon! - Cathy Richmond Farewell: Hobo Party (2023-03-30) 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 Newsletter 2023-03: Women's Club - Farewell Hobo Party - We are in the planning stages for this year’s Farewell Party. Stay tuned for details as they unfold. - Robin Fleiner & Dee Novak Back to Top

SEPO 2026 Election: Candidates Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., (SEPO) governs Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE). *********************************************************** Each Candidate's BIO will be listed below (in alphabetical order by Last Name) Sent 2026-01-06: ANNOUNCEMENT: 2026 SEPO Election: Candidates Ballot - Date: January 6, 2026 It is my duty as the 2026 SEPO Election Committee Chairperson to report the following from the “Residents & Directors” meeting held on Jan 5, 2026, in Retzlaff Hall at 1 PM . During this meeting the status of each of the nominated Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE) members listed below was validated by the SEPO Board Secretary as defined under Article II of the SEPO Bylaws, in order for the election to be held on February 17, 2026. The Bylaws read as follows: BYLAWS OF SUNSHINE ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS, INC. ARTICLE II - MEMBERSHIP Members 2.01 Only deeded lot owners of record of Sunshine Country Club Estates, and/or their spouse shall be considered as members of this corporation. Your Board Candidates for the upcoming election are as follows, in alphabetical order. Phillip Lay William Petersen Tracy Wagner Submitted by Beth Parrish 2026 Election Committee Chairperson Sent 2025-12-27: 2026 SEPO Board Nomination Committee: Nominees Announcement - The SEPO Board Nomination Committee, consisting of Patricia Lay (Chairperson) and Joanne Anderson, are pleased to submit the following Nominees names, in alphabetic order , for the 2026 SEPO Board of Directors election. These SEPO Homeowners have met the requirements and are in good standing in the Sunshine Estates Community. All Nominees have been interviewed by one or more Nominating Committee members and were considered by this Committee for nomination based upon their responses to the questions asked of them. We have attached the BIOs we received from each Nominee. During the January 5, 2026 SEPO “Residents & Directors” meeting the Nominating Committee will move that the SEPO Board place the names of these nominees on the 2026 ballot. Phillip Lay William Petersen Tracy Wagner This announcement, along with the Nominees’ BIOs, will be posted outside the SEPO Office today. Please contact Patricia Lay (Chairperson) with any questions. 425-275-2309 Board Nominating & Election Committees Index Back to Top

NOTE - Items in Blue are being verified. Please send any updates you know of to: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com Clubs & Committees (2018-2019) Additional Details BIBLE STUDY (Men): Contact: Meets: 1st Thursday Details: ??? BIBLE STUDY (Women): Contact: ?? Meets: Tuesday & Friday @ 10 am Jan to March Location ??? Details: ??? BIBLE STUDY (Women): Contact: ??? Meets: 1st Thursday ??? Location: ??? Details: ??? BOOK CLUB: Contact: Meets: 1st Thursday Details: ??? CRAFTY CREATIONS CLUB: Contact: Heidi Dill (She will be your guide/instructor during each class.) Meets: Every four to six weeks throughout the Winter Season Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: This crafting club is open to anyone who wants to join in the fun. The club participants will be making something new every four to six weeks. Each Project: There is no obligation for anyone to attend any class other than the ones they are genuinely interested in. The number of classes offered for each project depends on the number of people showing interest. The number of class participates will be limited in order for Heidi to be able to provide everyone with the attention they require. Details of what you will be making will be posted in the various SEPO news sources prior to each project. When you sign up in the Library for each class you will need to: Provide Heidi with any details she needs in order to purchase all of the materials for you. Your choices, i.e. color, height of project etc., will be posted. Heidi anticipates you needing to pay at signup so she has the money to buy everyone's materials. Please help Heidi make this Club a success by coming out and joining in the fun. 😁 KILLER BEE'S QUILTING: Contact: Jan Baethke Meets: Thursdays at 9 AM to noonish. Location: Retzlaff Hall LINE DANCING: Contact: Donna Myers Meets: 10 AM Monday Location: Retzlaff Hall MEMORIAL COMMITTEE (Gift and Memorial Fund): Contact: Irene Phillips (Chairman/Treasurer) Meets: As Needed Purpose: Per the SEPO By-Laws - Article VII, Section 7.05 - All funds accumulating in this fund shall be administered by a committee of five (5) members to be appointed by the Board of Directors. Each member shall serve for a term of three years with new members being appointed as vacancies occur. Duties of this committee include the keeping of detailed records of contributors including the names of those wishing to be remembered or in whose honor a contribution is made and the amount given. Although consideration will be given for a specific memorial item requested by a donor, the committee will not be restricted to that use taking into consideration the overall needs and appropriateness of particular memorials. The committee shall act as an advisory committee to the Board of Directors in the use of said funds from time to time. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: Contact: Lenore Combs Meets: 3rd Monday of Month @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall NOTE: The Jan 2019 mtg is being moved to Jan 28 @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall Location: Retzlaff.Hall Purpose: Security and safety are part of our daily lives albeit not necessarily convenient. The SCCE Neighborhood Watch is a volunteer program and you are cordially invited to support it. There are no fees or dues - just asking for your time and talent for our projects. There is a complete description of our mission and projects posted on the NW bulletin board in the Library. Patrols can always use volunteers. Goals & Objectives: To assist with development and support of our NW To promote public awareness and increase resident participation in crime prevention To contribute to crime prevention practice and build a stronger Sunshine community To promote community cohesion and increase confidence in local policing To act as a forum - coordinate resources and partner with local Law Enforcement Agencies The CERT Team - Community Emergency Response Team: Volunteers trained in accordance with the Harlingen Fire Department "to hold down the fort until professional help arrives". We formed after Hurricane Dolly in 2008. We hold our annual Disaster Preparedness meeting each April. Everyone invited. The volunteer Harlingen CERT Team meets monthly at Station 8. Many of us also are members in the Citizens Police Academy Alumni and meet with HPD monthly. Sgt. Michael Brooks and Officer Alicia Garcia are CPA liaisons and meet frequently with our NW. SUNSHINE BIRDING & NATURE CLUB: Contact: Jean Burgoine Meets: 1st Monday each Month @ 7 PM Location: Library Details: Do you have an interest in nature (expertise not required)? The Sunshine Birding and Nature Club is open to all residents in the community. We will be hosting a community wide pot luck on January 7th with a program. Later in the spring we will have a field trip related to the program. Last year we had a speaker from the Turtle Rehab Center on South Padre followed by a trip to the Turtle Center and National Birding Center. Occasionally, a birding walk through our community is hosted by someone with expertise in identifying birds. We, also have an interest in the area along Texas Avenue. Have you noticed the plant and tree identification signs? TECHNOLOGY IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE: COMPLETE Contact: Debbie Robins Meets: Meetings were held as needed. Purpose: To learn how the current technology (microphones etc) work in the hall. To determine how to improve current and also incorporate 'entertainment' technology (such as a big screen TV) to be used in Retzlaff Hall & the Pavilion. SUNSHINE VIDEO COMMITTEE: Contact: Lassey Dahlstrom Meets: As Needed Details: This committee is working to create a video of 'Life at Sunshine'. Upon completion, a short version will be available on this Web site. They are also hoping to have a showing of a longer version to all interested residents at Retzlaff Hall. Sunshine Video Committee Update (12-14-18): Good afternoon! It is so exciting how Sunshine committees and residents are always busy finding ways to enhance or improve our community! With that said, The Sunshine Video committee is in the beginning stages of working on Lassey Dahlstrom’s brain child - our very own community advertisement! You may notice at events or parties that one of our volunteer video persons may be recording. If for any reason you do not want to be in the video, please let the video person know and we will certainly respect your wishes! At our planned parties, i.e. Women’s Club events, there will be an announcement about the video(s) being taken, so you can let us know if it is indeed something you prefer not to participate in. Otherwise, please feel free to share your enthusiasm!! Irene Phillips, who you may have noticed is an avid photographer, has agreed to take care of many of the planned videos. We also have others on our committee who will be assisting. Your cooperation and enjoyment of the production will be greatly appreciated, and we will have such a wonderful memory video! We would also like to invite you to submit any videos or still pictures that you think are exceptionally fun or interesting! They do not have to be recent as long as they are of good quality and, of course, of Sunshine people and/or activities. For instance, we know the cameras were out in full force at the Leslie Blassing concert/dance. The Video Committee will be gathering these videos and pictures and will then get to work on splicing, editing, etc.! The committee plan is for the end production to contain snippets of different activities and fun we have here at Sunshine; perhaps 15 to 30 seconds of different events, along with some still pictures. Stayed tuned for an announcement of when and where you will be able to view this marvelous production. But don’t hold your breath on the announcement, because this may take a few months to create. Please send any video/picture submissions to sunshinevideo88@aol.com . WOODWORKERS; Contact: Suzie Sawyer or stop by the shop. Meets: Business meetings are held 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month @ 1 PM Location: Woodshop. Hours: Woodshop is open for use Monday thru Friday from 8:30 AM to noon AND 1 PM to 4 PM as long as a 'monitor' is available. Details: 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. Click here for pictures of the shop. Members can work with power equipment after attending a Safety and Information class. Every 1st Wed of the month is shop cleanup @ 8 am. Seasonal Activity: The Woodworkers sponsor a Spaghetti Dinner every winter for the residents. All proceeds are utilized for equipment, supplies etc in the Woodshop. WOMEN'S CLUB: Contact: Eileen Anderson (President) Meets: 3rd Friday of Month (Oct-Mar) @ 9 AM. Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: All Female Sunshine Residents are automatically a member. Women's Club Standing Committees: Purchasing Activities Bulletin Board Decorations Newsletter Librarian Memorial - Karen Basse Historian Summer Potlucks New Homeowner’s Orientation New Homeowner’s Photos Back to Top

Confidential SEPO Information From the List below simply 'click on' the underlined type of CONFIDENTIAL information you want to view. You will then be asked to enter the Password. Directories : Current Board Members Owners (Sorted by both Name and Address) E-Mail Addresses (Owners) Renters Photos: Residents (Current) Residents (Former) SEPO Financials: By Year WC 2026 Board Candidates Keypad Cod e(s): Various Locations Back To Top

Activities: Special (Winter: 2025-2026) - UPCOMING EVENTS - Go To: Completed Coffee & Donuts (Weekly) Stained Glass Class (Weekly) KARAOKE (Periodic) Private Events (Various) Back to Top *************** WEEKLY ON THURSDAY (Winter Only) Coffee & Donuts (Weekly on Thursday) ONGOING Sent 2025-12-03: Coffee & Donuts in the Library - I wanted to let everyone know that 'Coffee & Donuts' are available again this winter season on every Thursday in the Library @ 8 AM. Donuts are $1 each and coffee is free. So come on over and chat with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a sweet treat. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Mgr Back to Top *************** WEEKLY ON THURSDAY (Winter Only) Stained Glass Class ONGOING Sent 2026-01-05: Stained Glass - We will be starting stained glass again at the Woodshop this Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30. Please bring your clicker to enter the storage yard. Any questions please give me a call. Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 Back to Top *************** PERIODIC: Karaoke Karaoke (Jan 21, 2026) COMPLETE Sent 2026-01-15: Karaoke - Karaoke - Wednesday, January 21, @ 6pm. BYOB, Bring snacks to share if you want. - Phillip Lay Karaoke (Oct 31, 2025) COMPLETE Sent 2025-10-26: Karaoke - SPOOKYOKE KARAOKE October 31, Friday, @ 6:00pm BYOB, bring snack to share Costumes optional Phillip Lay Newsletter 2025-11: SAVE THE DATE!!! Save the date for Friday, October 31st for karaoke Details to follow as we get closer to the event. - Phillip and Patricia Lay Back to Top *************** PERIODIC/VARIOUS: Private Events Jan 9, 2026 / Noon to 9 PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 4PM to 9 PM) COMPLETE Dec 11, 2025 / 11AM to 4:30 PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself Noon to 4PM) COMPLETE Oct 4, 2025 / 4PM to 6PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 4PM to 6PM) COMPLETE Sep 3, 2025 thru Apr 29, 2026 ONGOING The Card Room will be utilized every Wednesday from 9:30 am to Noon from Sep 3, 2025 thru Apr 29, 2026 for a 'private' Bible Study group. - Approved by the SEPO Office Back to Top

Activities - Women's Club ( 2019-2020: Winter) Additional Details COMPLETE Resident Photo Directory - Web site (April 2020) Sent 2020-04-16: YAY - Resident Photos on Web site - Well all - I hope you are as excited about the final product as I am. I will have to say I learned a lot about the Web site during this process. One thing is - I did find there's lots of Shapes, Sizes, Color etc that I can change if anyone wants to make constructive suggestions to anything I've done with the photos. I have uploaded all of the Resident Photos that were included in the 2020 Photo Book. This page also includes: any New Homeowners who were not yet our neighbors when the book was being created any Homeowners who have either sold their homes in Sunshine since there picture was taken or have passed away. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-photos I also created a page of ONLY new Sunshine Residents during 2020, provided to me by the Office Manager Valerie. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-pics-new-residents For ease in finding these pages, I have included the direct links above. Ongoing these pages can be found by going to https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only and following the links provided. If you need assistance with anything at all concerning this, please give me a call. Please feel free to let me know if you have any suggestions on the format, etc of these photo pages. And again, I hope you like them. ENJOY Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2020-03-14: Resident Photos on Web site - Today I got copies from Debbie Robins of all of the resident photos that were put in the Photo Directory. My intent is to eventually get them on the Web site - somehow. With that said I will be working on this endeavor over the summer and will let everyone know when I have completed it. I'm just too pooped to work on it now and I want to do a good job with it. Thanks for your patience. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2020-03-14: Resident photos on Web site - Today I got copies from Debbie Robins of all of the resident photos that were put in the Photo Directory. My intent is to eventually get them on the Web site - somehow. With that said I will be working on this endeavor over the summer and will let everyone know when I have completed it. I'm just too pooped to work on it now and I want to do a good job with it. Thanks for your patience. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Back to Top COMPLETE Resident Photo Directory - Hard Copy (March 2020) Sent 2020-03-24: DISREGARD: Resident Photo Directories for Purchase - Based on the Board Response to the Court Order that was just sent out via SEPO e-news to the Community, there will NOT be any photo directories for purchase in the office at this time. Watch for futures updates concerning their availability. Beth Parrish (for Terry DeBackere) Sent 2020-03-24: Resident Photo Directories for Purchase - Later this week there will be 10 photo directories available for purchase in the office for anyone who didn't purchase one originally or if you would like to have multiple books. The cost of each book is $15. Terry DeBackere Sent 2020-03-14: Resident Photo Directory Thank You - I (and I hope others have done so as well) would like to thank the Resident Photo Directory Committee and any others who worked on creating the beautiful directory. Chris Price Sent 2020-03-14: Photo Directories not picked up - Thanks to everyone who picked up their photo directories in the library today. Those of you who still need to pick yours up can get them from Terry at 4324 N Kansas St. Terry DeBackere Sent 2020-03-14: REMINDER: Resident Photo Directories have arrived - The Resident Photo Directories have arrived. If you purchased one (or more) they wil be distributed Saturday @1:00pm in the Library. Debbie Robins Sent 2020-03-14: REMINDER, Resident Photo Directories have arrived - REMINDER: The Resident Photo Directories have arrived. If you purchased one (or more) they wil be distributed Saturday @1:00pm in the Library. Debbie Robins Sent 2020-03-12: Resident Photo Directories have arrived - The Resident Photo Directories have arrived. If you purchased one (or more) they wil be distributed Saturday @1:00pm in the Library. Debbie Robins Sent 2020-03-04: REMINDER: Photo Directory - Individual Pics etc for Sale - As posted in the March Newsletter, the Sunshine Photo Directory Committee is offering various items for purchase (until End of Day, Friday, March 6) : A 5x7 for $4 An 8x10 for $5 The picture file (*jpg file) to do with whatever you like for $5 There are so many great photos. Get your order in! If I am not home, please put your money in an envelope with your name and what you would like to order. Deborah Robins Sent 2020-02-26: Resident Photos available for purchase - For those of you who had your photos taken for the Resident Photo Directory and would like a copy, please call Debbie at 956.230.3115. Or bring money to 4129 N Minnesota. A 5x7's is $4 and an 8x10 is $5. Dealine for purchase is 'End of Day' Friday, Mar 6. All proceeds will go to the Women’s Club! Debbie Robins Sent 2020-02-11: Photo Directory: If you missed getting your picture taken - Some of you have been asking if you could send in a photo if you: weren't physically at Sunshine during the photo sessions the last couple of weeks were here and couldn't get to a session changed your mind about wanting to be in the photo book after the sessions were complete It has been decided that the answer is YES. But you need to do it very quickly. Tasteful pictures can be sent to Deb Robins at by Friday, Feb 14 end of day. Please include your: Names(s) Address at Sunshine Phone Number(s) The Photo Directory Committee Sent 2020-02-11: REMINDER: Photo Directory payments due - Just a reminder.......Anyone wanting one of the new soft-cover Sunshine Resident Photo Directories needs to get their payments to Terry DeBackere, Deb Robins or Sue Swidryk by the end of the week. Work is going great on the book thanks to Deb Robins and it is almost ready to send to the publisher. Thank you for your support in this project. Terry DeBackere & Rest of the Committee This was the Information Poster hanging in the Library. Hope you didn't forget to Sign Up for the Day/Time you wanted to get your picture taken. Sent 2020-01-31: Photo Directory Encouragement - Hey there! This is heidi dill 😁 I just wanted to encourage each person living at Sunshine Country Club Estates to please, please, please get your photo taken for the directory!! Even if you don’t want to purchase a copy. 😊 When we first moved here, we knew very few people. The photo directory was a tremendous help in learning who our new neighborhood family was. Now there are so many more new faces here whom I’d love to get to know better! Thanks!! And thank you to the committee working so hard to complete this book!!! Sent 2020-01-30: Resident Photo Directory – Signup Info & Status Update - Please read this Entire Notice thoroughly. Taking residents' photos (and their pet's, if they wish) for the Sunshine Photo Directory is in full swing. The first two days are complete and lots of you came out to get your picture taken. Thank you. If you aren't on the list yet, please go to the library and get your names out there. AND know this; the committee has discussed calling those of you who haven't signed up yet. We know you don't want that to happen - right? The remaining Photo sessions are - Friday January 31: 10 am - 2 pm Saturday February 1: 1 pm - 4 pm Sunday February 2: 1 pm - 4 pm When Coming For Your Photo Shoot, Please Bring With You - A piece of paper containing your: Names(s), Sunshine Address & Phone Number(s) $15 Cash for ‘each’ bound soft-cover book you wish to purchase. (Purchase not required) If you have any questions, please feel free to call Sue Swidryk at 847.452.7804 or Terry DeBackere at 309.714.4743. Sincerely, your friends: Sue Swidryk, Terry DeBackere, Deb Robins & Beth Parrish Sent 2020-01-25: REMINDER: Resident Photo Directory - Starting Sunday, Jan 26, the committee will be taking pictures of residents (and your furry friends, if you wish) for the SUNSHINE RESIDENT PHOTO DIRECTORY . If you haven’t signed up yet for the day & time you want to get your picture taken, you need to do so quickly. Please note that each appointment is in five minutes intervals. So please be on time, ready when it’s your time and bring your patience. Here is a list of dates & time to choose from: Sunday January 26th: 11-3 Tuesday January 28th: 12-4 Friday January 31: 10-2 Saturday February 1st: 1-4 Sunday February 2nd: 1-4 What You Need To Bring With You – A piece of paper containing your: Your Names(s), Your Sunshine Address, Your Phone Number(s) $15 Cash for ‘each’ bound soft-cover book you wish to purchase. The book will not only contain resident pictures. The plan is to also include pictures of Sunshine Activities/Events that have taken place. NOTE: We are collecting when you get you picture taken because we need to prepay the company creating the books. Any proceeds from the sale of the books will go to the Women's Club. If you are hesitant about whether you want to get your picture taken, just think how nice it will be to just pick up the picture book and identify all of your Sunshine Friends & Neighbors. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Sue Swidryk at 847.452.7804 or Terry DeBackere at 309.714.4743. Sincerely, your friends Terry DeBackere, Sue Swidryk, Deb Robins & Beth Parrish Sent 2020-01-19: The Residents directory - Hi Friends! It’s that time again for us to start working on our resident directory. We will be taking photos for our residents, and their furry friends. Please note that each appointment will be booked every five minutes so please be ready and bring your patience. There are many dates to choose from for your convenience. Please sign up in the library as soon as possible to save your time slot/date. Here are a list of the dates: Sunday January 26th: 11-3 Tuesday January 28th: 12-4 Friday January 31: 10-2 Saturday February 1st: 1-4 Sunday February 2nd: 1-4 More information to follow regarding the cost of a hard copy. If you have any questions please feel free to call Sue at 847.452.7804 or Terry at 309.714.4743. Sincerely, your friends Terry, Sue,Beth and Deb Sent 2019-12-27 in Newsletter: Womens' Club: Resident Photo Directory - The Women's Club has been discussing creating a Resident Photo Directory in 2020. We are looking at creating a digital directory that will be placed in the Resident’s Only section of the Sunshine Web site. The ability to print this directory from the Web site is being investigated. Look for more details about this project in the coming weeks. Beth Parrish ******************** COMPLETE Shrimp Boil (03-13-2020) Sent 2020-03-16: 2020-03-16: Shrimp Boil - To All SCCE Shrimp Boil partakers: THANK-YOU!! The Shrimp Boil is over and we believe it was received with “snapping claws”! Thanks to the many hands that prepared and served the food……Karen Price, Lenore Combs, Cathleen Sunders, Marion Young, Hollie Pickett, Linda Braden, Larry and Linda Lentz, Dick Jones and Jim Kennedy. Thank-you, also to the roaster loaners…..Hollie Pickett, Kathy Wunderlich, and Diane Tewell. We have made our final tally and the Women’s Club cleared $756.96 profit from this event. We sincerely hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Thanks for supporting the Women’s Club! Cathy Chajec & Linda Jones Sent 2020-03-12: Shrimp Boil Update (please read carefully) - Update on the Shrimp Boil…..please read! As per recent health updates, we have decided to make a couple of changes to our event. Snacks will be in individual packages. Soap and water, hand sanitizer, sanitizing hand wipes, and gloves will all be available. Carry-out containers will be also be available should you choose to not stay and eat dinner; however, the meal will still be initially served per table. Should you not be feeling well; i.e., coughing, runny nose, fever, etc., please DO NOT attend. Call one of us to retrieve your meal or have someone else bring it to you. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation! Linda 573-631-7849, Cathy 708-280-8910 Sent 2020-03-04: Shrimp Boil is Sold Out - Thanks to everyone who bought tickets to the Shrimp Boil. The event is now sold out. See you there. Linda Braden Sent 2020-03-04: Shrimp Boil Tickets - There are only TWO Shrimp Boil tickets left for sale. If you SNOOZE - you LOSE. Call me at (712) 621-4062 or stop by 1904 W Indiana Circle to purchase them. $10 apiece. Linda Braden Sent 2020-03-03: Shrimp Boil: 31 Tickets Left For Sale - After selling Physical Tickets in the Library this Mon & Tues, there are only 31 tickets left. Please contact Linda Braden @ (712) 621-4062 if you would still like to attend. Thanks Linda Sent 2020-03-03: Shrimp Boil Tickets: GET THEM TODAY WHILE THEY ARE STILL AVAILABLE - Come get your tickets today while they are still available. There will be a Women’s Club Mardi Gras Shrimp Boil Dinner in Retzlaff Hall on Friday, March 13. This event is normally held in October each season - so if you've missed it in the past - now is your chance to find out what a delicious meal you've been missing !!!!! $10 tickets will be available in the Library on Monday, March 2 and Tuesday, March 3 from 9-11 am. Seating will be by tables, with ten at each table (you may sign up as a group or just choose a table). Only 160 tickets will be sold so be sure to mark this date/time on your calendars! Happy hour/social time will begin in the pavilion at 4:30. Doors will open at 5:00 and dinner will begin as soon as everyone is seated. The menu consists of snacks, coleslaw, shrimp boil mixture (shrimp, potatoes, corn, & sausage with seasonings), bread/butter and dessert. Coffee, tea, and water will be available; otherwise, BYOB. If you have questions please call Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 or Linda Jones 573-631-7849. Sent 2020-02-28: Women's Club: Shrimp Boil - There will be a Women’s Club Mardi Gras Shrimp Boil Dinner in Retzlaff Hall on Friday, March 13. Happy hour/social time will begin in the pavilion at 4:30. Doors will open at 5:00 and dinner will begin as soon as everyone is seated. The menu consists of snacks, coleslaw, shrimp boil mixture (shrimp, potatoes, corn, & sausage with seasonings), bread/butter and dessert. Coffee, tea, and water will be available; otherwise, BYOB. $10 tickets will be available in the Library on Monday, March 2 and Tuesday, March 3 from 9-11 am. Seating will be by tables, with ten at each table (you may sign up as a group or just choose a table). Only 160 tickets will be sold so be sure to mark this date/time on your calendars! If you have questions please call Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 or Linda Jones 573-631-7849. ******************** COMPLETE You, Me & Alexa (03-07-2020) Sent 2020-03-09: You Me and Alexa - A sincere thanks to the cast and crew of our latest foray into the world of "theater". I had such fun working with you all. I think you were all stars! You certainly made me very proud and happy. I just read the program that Caroline Anderson (our business manager) made for the show and I'm sorry that I didn't give her the names of the creators of those fabulous costumes worn by our Las Vegas girls. They were Millie Noonan (skirts), Laurel Becker and Lisa Dahlstrom (the headdresses) and Nancy Kendrew (bras as well as behind the scene dresser). Vern Luellen, Mike Garret and John Pearcy are eagerly waiting for a call from Las Vegas ! The Women's Club has some great things planned for next season. See you there. Lassey Sent 2020-03-07: You, Me and Alexa: Program Times - For those that have tickets to the show "You, Me and Alexa" we will be serving ice cream sundaes at 6 pm in the pavilion. The pool area will be open at 6 pm so you can enjoy your treat before the show. The hall doors will not be open until 6:55 for the show at 7 pm. Vickie Jones Sent 2020-02-25: You Me & Alexa - "YOU, ME and ALEXA" Proceeds going to the SCCE Women's Club Produced and directed by our own Lassey Dahlstrom Over 35 of SCCE thespians are participating in this production $10.00 per person Virtual Ticket sales are available for you to sign up for in the Library February 24 - March 4, 2020. Seating will be limited so sign up early. 7:00 "YOU, ME and "ALEXA performance Also showing a new video of our residence and our special place here in Paradise. Immediately after performance we will serve Champagne Punch and Hors d'oevres. Any questions call 309-253-5543 Carolyn Anderson Sent 2019-12-27 (In Newsletter) You, Me & Alexa - In March we're putting on a show. Music, singing, dancing and goofing around. Who knows what'll happen! We're going to need lots of help. So far, we've got several returning artists ready to go, but we really also want to welcome all you new music lovers to join us. I would ask you personally if I knew who you were, so please don't be shy. Join the committee by signing up on Women's Club bulletin board or just come to a rehearsal (dates to be posted soon) and see if it's something you'd have fun doing. The second part of the show is the presentation of our video of Sunshine that we've been slowly putting together for a year or so. Boy, does that ever take a long time! Questions – Call or e-mail Lassey Dahlstrom ( ldahlstrom@gmail.com ) ******************** COMPLETE REMEMBER WHEN (02-22-2020) Sent 2020-02-19: Women's Club: REMEMBER WHEN Ticket Sales - DON’T MISS OUT! We are coming up to the end of virtual ticket sales for REMEMBER WHEN, the next Women’s Club program on this Saturday, February 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Sign up for virtual tickets at just $5.00 each in the library. This will be a fun evening. Any questions, call Share Nelson, 309 269 0686. Sent 2020-02-15: Women's Club Event: Remember When - Now that Valentine’s Day has passed, it’s time to advertise our next Women’s Club sponsored event to be held next Saturday evening, February 22nd. This program, entitled BACK WHEN, has been in the works since 2007 when Lassey Dahlstrom directed and produced the ALL STAR REVIEW. You will be entertained with shorts selected from six different shows produced and directed by Lassey. The most recent of which, NOW AND THEN, was produced in 2016. Some of you will see yourself and all of you will laugh and be amazed at just what people OUR age will do to entertain while having some of the best times of our lives. There is a little ‘show biz’ in most of us. You newer residents just might be inspired with some ideas of your own for the future. We start at 7:00 p.m. Virtual tickets are just $5.00 and are available in the library now. Lassey’s family is providing refreshments including champagne punch following the program. Call Share Nelson 309-269-0686 with questions. Sent 2020-01-27 (In Newsletter) Remember When - ITS SHOWTIME! FEBRUARY 22nd. One of the next events sponsored by the Women’s Club is entitled “REMEMBER WHEN” . We are having such a good time going through the videos of shows produced and directed by our own LASSEY DAHLSTROM over the years. In fact, many of us have participated in them either by performing or assisting with costumes, sets or otherwise. And now some of us are preparing for her next big show, “YOU, ME AND ALEXA” coming up in March. We have managed to bring many of those memories back into this one program – REMEMBER WHEN . It’s a Saturday night so a good night to be entertained and have a lot of laughs! As for those past performers, be prepared to take a bow once again. We’ll start at 7:00 p.m. and wind it up about 8:30 p.m. Let’s celebrate Lassey and her good works. Refreshments include wine and cheese. Watch for ticket announcement. Share Nelson ******************** COMPLETE Valentine's Day Dance: The Classics Band (02-14-2020) Sent 2020-02-12: Valentine's Day - The last day to sign up for the Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance is Thursday, Feb.13th, so hurry up to the library to sign up for an evening of fun! See event details above. Vickie Jones 262-689-7068 Sent 2020-02-05: Valentine's Day Event - A sign up sheet is in the library for the Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance to be held on Friday, Feb. 14th in Retzlaff Hall. The cost is $10.00 per person which includes pizza, salad bar and dessert. Music will be provided by The Classics Band. Bring your sweetie and enjoy a fun evening dancing the night away. Vickie Jones Newsletter: Feb 2020 - The second event will be a Valentine’s Day Dance on February 14th. There will be pizza and a salad bar plus dessert followed by a dance by The Classics Band. Look for a signup sheet in the library soon with times and cost. Vickie Jones ******************** COMPLETE SuperBowl Party (02-02-2020) Sent 2020-01-23: Women's Club: Super Bowl Party - The 2020 Super Bowl party signup sheet is posted in the library. February 2, 2020 Doors open 4 PM till game over $5.00 per person Hotdog bar Please BYOB and money for betting. Please bring an appetizer, finger food or something sweet to share. Wear your football colors, football shirts, and come! Get off your couch, your golf cart and come sign up. Signup sheet will be taken down, Thursday, January 30. Eileen Anderson & Pam Lacy Sent 2020-01-21: Women's Club: SuperBowl Party Here is some 'initial' info about the Women's Club SuperBowl Party that is being held on Sunday, Feb 2, at 4:30 in Retzlaff Hall. Sign-up will be posted Jan 24th in the library. Please wear your favorite football team attire. SuperBowl Party Committee ******************** COMPLETE New Homeowner’s Party & Dance: Music by Terry Porter Rowe (01-13-2020) Sent 2020-01-14: Thank You - Thanks to all who attended & welcomed our New Homeowners last evening. It was a near capacity attendance and hopefully a good time was had by all. A very, very special thank you to the great committee that stepped up to assist in the preparation for the party. Very truly, Denise Utterback Sent 2020-01-07: New Homeowner's Party: Hats Off - NEW HOMEOWNERS PARTY JAN. 13 LAST DAY FOR TICKET SALES- THIS THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 WEAR YOUR HATS AND NAME TAGS $10.00 PER PERSON (EXCEPTION-NEW HOMEOWNERS) COME JOIN THE FUN!! Questions? (618) 546-1417 Denise Sent 2020-01-03: NEW HOMEOWNER’S PARTY Tickets - NEW HOMEOWNER’S PARTY. JANUARY 13, 2020 @5:00 P.M. VIRTUAL TICKETS NOW ON SALE. GET EM’ WHILE THEY’RE HOT!! I HAVE HAD A FEW INQUIRIES FROM NEW RESIDENTS ABOUT “VIRTUAL TICKETS.” Please allow me to explain. Most events held here in Sunshine have virtual tickets rather than a paper ticket. The event to be held will be advertised on the EASEL in the library near the east door. There will be a signup sheet, cost for event, and corresponding money box below the easel. Sign the names of those planning to attend include cost of event, and write your name on envelope provided. Deposit envelope in money box! That is all there is to it! Your name will be placed on list of those attending and will be checked off when you arrive at door that evening. HOWEVER, THE NEW HOMEOWNER’S DO NOT PAY FOR THIS PARTY SINCE THEY ARE GUESTS OF HONOR. QUESTIONS? Please call Denise Utterback 618 546-1417 Sent 2019-12-30: NEW HOMEOWNERS PARTY - SAVE THE DATE!! New Homeowners Party, January 13, 2020 Social time 5:00 p.m. Dinner 5:30 Introductions 6:30 Dance 7:00 p.m. Please join us for an evening of fun! Virtual ticket sales Jan.3-9 in Library Questions? Please call Denise Utterback (618) 546-1417 Sent 2019-12-27 (In Newsletter) New Homeowners' Event - The Sunshine Women’s Club hosts a NEW RESIDENT EVENING each January. This event will be held January 13, 2020 in Retzlaff Hall. In staying with the party’s theme of “Hat’s Off to the New Homeowners”, please wear your favorite hat. Social time begins at 5:00 pm, with dinner (taco salad) at 5:30, followed by introduction of new residents. The evening will conclude with a dance featuring Terry Porter Rowe. Some of you might remember him from a couple years ago. So be sure and wear your dancing shoes. The cost of this event is $10. Virtual tickets will be available in the library starting Friday, Jan 3 thru Thursday, Jan 9. Please join us for an evening of fun and fellowship. Denise Utterback (Event Chairperson) ******************** CANCELLED New Year's Day Brunch (01-01-2020) (Sent 2019-12-26) News Year's Day Brunch Cancelled - Since no on signed up to chair or work on this committee, the New Year’s Day Brunch is cancelled for Jan 1, 2020. Vickie Jones omen's Club Activity Director (Sent 2019-12-08) Need Chairperson(s) - We do not have chairperson(s) to coordinate this event. So please consider chairing/volunteering or we may have to cancel it. Vickie Jones ******************** COMPLETE Christmas Dinner (12-25-2019) (Sent 2019-12-22) Christmas Dinner Signup ends today - Do you want to attend the Women's Club Christmas Dinner event? If you've already signed up - you're in good shape and we'll see you there. If you haven't signed up yet, you need to get to the library today (Sunday, 12-22) as the signup sheet is scheduled to be taken down today. Details about this dinner can be found on the Web site: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/wc-acty-2019-2020 Marian Young (719-468-4556) (Sent 2019-12-14) Christmas Dinner - WHAT: Celebrate Christmas with a potluck dinner WHEN: December 25th, 2019 Social Hour begins at 1:00 pm We will eat at 1:30 pm WHERE: Retzlaff Hall FOOD: We will be serving Black Forrest ham, rolls, and tea and coffee will be available Please bring a side dish or dessert to share with others COST: $5.00 per person SIGNUP: The signup sheet is in the library with envelopes for your check or cash. Marian Young (719-468-4556) for questions ******************** CANCELLED Scruffy Santa & White Elephant (12-24-2019) (Sent 2019-12-22) Scruffy Santa Cancelled - Since no one signed up to work on the Scruffy Santa committee, which was to be held the evening of Tuesday, Dec 24, this Women's Club activity has been cancelled. Mary Hendrickson (Sent 2019-12-08) Need Committee Volunteers - Mary Hendrickson has volunteered to chair this event but no one has signed up to help her. If interested or have questions please call Mary at 651-239-2307. (2019-12-01) Scruffy Santa Is - WHAT: A Christmas Eve Get-Together BYOB Share Snacks Share Fellowship Exchange White Elephant Gifts WHEN: December 24, 2019 Time TBD WHERE: Retzlaff Hall OTHER DETAILS: Suggestions welcome We could play music from the TV What Else? Mary Hendrickson at (651-239-2307) for questions ******************** COMPLETE The H.O.P.E. Tour (Remembering D-Day & Christmas) Music (12-16-2019) (Sent 2019-12-15) Christmas Concert - REMINDER - Christmas Concert Monday, December16th at 7 pm Dr. Leibert and his singers will be presenting a Christmas Concert in Retzlaff Hall. Please come and enjoy a wonderful evening of carols and other memorable songs. Vickie Jones (Sent 2019-12-08) Christmas Concert - On Monday, December 16 at 7pm we will be hosting Dr. Leibert and his singers as they perform a Christmas concert and other memorable songs for us. A freewill offering will be taken and donated to charity. So join your neighbors and friends for an evening of Christmas celebration. Vickie Jones ******************** COMPLETE Dance: DJ Doug & His Lovely Lady (12-11-2019) (2019-12-11) DJ Doug - REMINDER - DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant - This Evening - Wednesday, December 11th at 7-10 pm $5.00 per person at the door, Retzlaff Hall BYOB and snacks Vickie Jones (2019-12-09) Reminder for DJ Doug on Wednesday evening - Don't forget that DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant will be at Retzlaff Hall on Wednesday evening, Dec 11, from 7-10 pm for a fun evening of dancing. Bring your own snacks, beverages and don't forget your dancing shoes. The cost is $5.00 per person at the door. It will be a fun night! See you there! Vickie Jones ******************** COMPLETE Golf Cart & Bicycle Christmas Parade (12-07-2019) (2019-12-08) Christmas Golf Cart Parade 2019 - Dear Friends - Once again, Sunshine had a great time with the Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade following the Annual Craft and Bake Sale. Thanks for your support. Many residents lined up along the Parade Route showing their support, cheering us on, tossing candy and enjoying this seasonal festivity with family, friends and neighbors. A special Thanks goes to all the entrants as their time and talent plus endurance led to this successful event. Eleven challengers vied for the prestigious Women's Club award for "best decorated". Winners were 1st Place: Terry and Rich Debackere - 2nd Place: Heidi Dill and 3rd: Kathy Walker and granddaughter Jessica. Cathy Richmond with fearless Gizmo and Share Nelson with mischievous Maggie contributed to this pet-friendly part of the entourage and the McGruffmobile was proud to have his crime fighting four legged buddies as backup. Larry Lentz and his wife Linda, (son of Alice Montgomery), new resident, new volunteer for NW Patrols and recent Citizens Police Academy graduate drove his golf cart advertising our CERT Team. Lisa (new resident) was pressed into action 30 minutes before showtime as our Firefighters were battling a field fire until the last minute - possibly not able to show up to carry Santa. Several of Santa's helpers helped dismantle her beautiful Thunderbird convertible so Santa could be chauffeured. (The reindeer had a previous engagement). Sgt. Jaime Palafox volunteered to be our lead HPD Police Car supporting efforts of our Neighborhood Watch. Bob Saylor drove the NW Golf Cart (the McGruffmobile is named after the famous crime-fighting dog Mr. McGruff). So the phrase "It takes a Village,,,," puts it mildly when you think of how many Sunshine folks were involved and our neighbors - don't forget the Choraliers, the Christmas Tree Lighting, Hot Cocoa and cookies and Santa photo op. Guess you noticed the famous gate was wide open (like having our own International Peace talks.....). Hope you and your families have a wonderful Christmas and a healthy, happy New Year. Photos available c/o Karen & Lenore Encore will download my chip and we will have more photos too. If you have any to submit, let me know. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 (2019-12-01) From Dec Newsletter - The Annual Golf Cart Christmas parade will be on the evening of Dec 7th. We will be joining our neighbors at Encore RV Park. Lenore Combs is in charge of this event. 4:30 Line up – behind Friendship Hall – at Encore for judging etc. 5:00 pm Christmas Tree Lighting and start of Golf Cart Parade We welcome everyone. You are all cordially invited. Come one, come all – decorated cart or not. Just join in on the festivities and have fun. If you wish to not be in the parade – be a great spectator! Gather your buddies, grab a lawn chair and enjoy in the merriment. The Parade route (both Encore & Sunshine) will be posted in the Library. The improved route is under construction and is more inclusive as we shall devote more time to this per your request. Harlingen and Combes Police Department will lead out followed by Neighborhood Watch Captain and assorted Golf Carts. The Harlingen Fire Truck will bring Santa. End up at Encore Rec Hall for refreshments etc., photo op with Santa and awards. Sunshine Women’s Club provides 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place prizes for best decorated SCCE Golf carts as Encore will provide their three Prizes for their entries. There is a sign-up sheet in our Library for the Parade (decorated or not). Recommended Parade safety tips: Be sure your cart is fully charged. Lights are needed for night driving. Be sure your bicycle has safety lights. No walkers as we will be moving briskly. Keep up with speed - Pull over if a problem – NW escorts will assist you. ******************** COMPLETE Bake & Craft Sales & Raffle (12-07-2019) (2019-12-08) Thank You - A big thank you to Terry Debackere and Deb Robins for a successful event on Saturday morning. Also thank you to all those who baked, donated and bought raffle tickets and goodies today. Vickie Jones (2019-12-01) From December Newsletter - Just a reminder that the Women’s Club will host a Bake Sale/Craft Show on Sat Dec 7th in Retzlaff Hall from 8 to 11 am. All kinds of yummy cookies, snacks, candy, home canned items for sale. Also, sweet rolls and coffee will be served for $1.00. We will have door prizes every 15 minutes and raffle prizes too. Come join the fun and support the Women’s Club. (Donations of goodies and raffle prizes appreciated) Terry DeBackere & Deb Robins (2019-11-20) NEEDS & INFO: Christmas Bake & Craft Sale and Raffle The Christmas Bake & Craft Sale and Raffle are rapidly approaching (Sat Dec 7th in Retzlaff Hall - 8 am to 11am). Sweet Rolls: Those of you who have eaten the sweet rolls at this event in the past know what good bakers we have here at Sunshine. We are requesting residents to step up and do some of that great baking again this year. Please contact Terry DeBackere (309-714-4743) to let her know if you will be baking and how many rolls you can make so she can get a count. Vendor Tables: There are still spots open for Vendors to set up a craft table ($5 each table). Contact Terry. Raffle: Anyone wishing to donate new or gently used items for the Raffle contact Marian Young (719-468-4556). She will be glad to pick up your items OR you can bring them to Retzlaff Hall Friday, Dec 6, between 6 and 8 pm. Bake Sale: Donations are appreciated for the bake sale, i.e. baked goods, candy, snacks, jams etc. Please have them wrapped in clear plastic wrap (with a bow or other Christmas decoration on them if you wish) and price them for sale. Please note any nuts of other allergens. Drop off your donations in Retzlaff Hall Friday, Dec 6, between 6 and 8 pm. A poster reflecting all detail for this event will be available in the Library in a couple of days. No signup is required. Just come and enjoy - buy baked goods/crafts - win a raffle drawing. Thank you Terry DeBackere and Debbie Robins (Co-Chairpersons) (2019-11-16) Christmas Craft Show & Bake Sale Info - The Christmas Bake Sale and Craft Show will be Sat Dec 7th in Retzlaff Hall - 8 am to 11am. Donations are appreciated for the bake sale, i.e. baked goods, candy, snacks, jams etc. Please have them wrapped in clear plastic wrap with a bow or other Christmas decoration on them if you wish and price them for sale. Please note any nuts of other allergens. Drop off your donations on Fri Dec 6th between 6 and 8 pm at Retzlaff. Donations for raffle prizes are also being accepted. SWEET ROLLS, LEFSE ( made by the Weatherbees) and coffee will be served for $1.00 . Craft tables are available for $5.00. Call Terry DeBackere (309-714-4743) to reserve your space. We look forward to this fun event and hope you can contribute and help out. Thank you Terry DeBackere and Debbie Robins (Co-Chairpersons) (2019-11-16) Craft Show & Bake Sale Mtg - There will be a planning meeting on Monday at 1:30 in the library for the Craft Show and Bake Sale. Anyone who didn't sign up on the committee signup sheet in the Library or at the Women's Club meeting last Friday is invited to attend. Thanks in advance for wanting to help make this event a fun (and tasty) event for everyone in the community. Terry DeBackere (Chairperson) ******************** COMPLETE Thanksgiving Dinner (11-28-2019) (2019-12-013) Thanksgiving: Item left at dinner - Dear residents and friends: Thank you to everyone who attended our annual Thanksgiving dinner. Hope everyone had enough to eat! We do have some amazing cooks here. For the few who could not join us because of illness, we hope you are feeling much better. To all my helpers in bringing this together, Thank You all!!! You all made hosting this meal a great success. There was one casserole brought to dinner wrapped in a pretty white towel with embellishments. If this is yours, please call me at 7082808910. Thank you again, for spending the holiday with your friends and neighbors here at Sunshine😊. Sincerely, Cathy Chajec (2019-11-20) Thanksgiving - Dear Friends and Neighbors: Thanksgiving is a week from tomorrow. We would love to have you join us for our annual Thanksgiving dinner on the 28th. I need to have a count on who would like to attend by Monday at noon. I will need time to shop and plan table set ups. All are welcome, including family and friends from outside. The cost is $6 and includes white and dark meat turkey, ham, dressing, gravy and coffee, tea and water. You supply a dish to serve 12 that will enhance our meal. BYOB of course. This year, the turkey breast will be fresh and not processed. Last year we had some people who did not like the processed turkey. Sorry, it was an oversight by the committee. We try our best to make the holiday special for everyone attending. Social hour begins at 1 and dinner will be ready at 2 p.m. Please sign up before Monday if you care to join us. Sign up sheet and envelopes are in the library for your payment and space for what dish you will bring. The committee and I wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving, no matter what you choose to do. Any questions, please contact Cathy Chajec at 708-280-8910. Thank you (2019-11-12) THANKSGIVING DINNER - Dear residents - Thanksgiving sign-up sheets will go up on the easel in the library this afternoon. There will be a box with envelopes near the easel for your virtual tickets. Tickets will be $6 per person and checks can be made out to SCCE Women's club. Please place your money in the envelope, fill out the information on the front and drop it in the slot on the box. Please also make sure you fill out the sheet on the easel with your information and what you plan to bring to share. Your names will be added to a master list which we will check off at the door. Doors will open at 1 pm with dinner being served at 2. The menu will consist of the committee making the turkeys, ham, dressing and gravy. Your contributions will round out our meal. We always have plenty of food. The sign-up sheet will come down by noon on November 25th so we can plan the shopping we need to do. Visiting family and friends are always welcome. Please make sure to follow the above instructions so we know how much food to prepare. This also gives us a count for table settings. We are so blessed to be able to share thanksgiving with all our friends and neighbors who do not have family here. Please don't be alone on this special holiday. Come join your neighbors for this celebration, make new friends, and eat till you are stuffed! Any questions, please contact Cathy Chajec at 708-280-8910. (2019-11-09) Thanksgiving - We have a chairperson & Need Committee Volunteers - Dear Residents: I, Cathy Chajec, have volunteered to Chair the Thanksgiving Dinner on November 28, 2019. I am desperately looking for volunteers to help make this a wonderful holiday for all those who are staying in the Estates. With many helpers, it is an easy dinner to put on. There is a sign-up sheet in the library area where you can place your name and contact number if you choose to help out. I will be looking for turkey bakers, kitchen help preparing the dressing & gravy, turkey carvers, decorating help, and clean up. If I receive enough help with the preparations , I will post a sign up sheet in the library on November 14th. Cost will be $6 per person and a dish to pass. One person, a dish to feed 6; and couple, a dish for 12. Such items as mashed or sweet potatoes, green beans, corn carrots or other vegetables, cranberry relish, deviled eggs, or other relish tray, or pie/dessert. There will be a women's club box and envelopes to fill out and put your money in. These are considered virtual tickets and we will have a list made up so we know who and how many are coming. The menu will consist of Turkey, Ham, Dressing, and Gravy prepared by the committee. For any new residents, this is a good way to get your "feet wet" and see what it takes to be part of a crew to host a party. Everyone in the Estates is welcome, as well as those family and friends who might be visiting. It is a nice way to enjoy Thanksgiving as a community, without having to do all the cooking and cleaning involved in a home party. I hope you will consider helping in some way to make this event possible for all of our residents. Thank you for your consideration. Cathy Chajec, 708-280-8910 if you have any questions. (2019-11-07) Thanksgiving - Thanksgiving is right around the corner and we need co-chairs to head up this event. Grab a friend and sign up. This is a way that our residents can have Thanksgiving together as a Sunshine family when we are not celebrating with our individual families. If that is something that interests you, please contact me. Thank you! Vickie Jones Women's Club Activities Director 262-689-7068 ************************* COMPLETE Veterans Day Tribute (11-11-2019) (2019-12-01) Thank You - Thanks to all who supported our salute to our Veterans on 11-11-11. Our committee members worked hard to put this patriotic program together to remember the fallen and honor those who have served, are serving and their families. Thanks to: Heidi sang the National Anthem for the U.S. and for Canada. Helen recited “In Flanders Field Where Poppys Bloom”. Jean gave us highlights on the 75th Anniversary of Iwo Jima and the Battle of the Bulge. Caroline Clements related her brother’s story on his Battlefield Commission during the Battle of the Bulge. Also, Caroline provided Veterans patches for us. Sally and Lenore performed the Flag Folding Ceremony and Cathy Chajec read the script. Ron presented the Folded Flag for the Missing Man Table while John read the significance of the items on the table. The American Flag and the Canadian Flag were posted. Our Branch Flags were proudly carried by our Veterans and/or their families. Marian, Karen and Share helped with all facets including Pot Luck. Lenore Combs (2019-11-10) CHANGE OF PLAN - Veterans Day Tribute - There is a slight change of plan for the Veterans Day Tribute being held in Retzlaff Hall tomorrow (11-11). The program will be starting at 3:30 PM (instead of 3 PM). Social time will be at 4:30. Dinner will be at 5. Also, if you have a picture as or of a veteran you would like to post on the Bulletin Board during the ceremony & dinner, please bring it with you before the ceremony and we'll get it up there. Please spread the word about these changes as there are quite a few folks who still haven't provided an e-mail to Beth Parrish (e-mail admin) in order to start receiving the Sunshine E-mails. Questions - call Lenore Combs (2019-11-07) Veteran's Day - This Monday, November 11th there will be a Veteran’s Day Program in Retzlaff Hall at 3 pm. Following the program there will be happy hour at 4:30 followed by a potluck at 5 pm. Everyone is welcome and there is a sign up sheet in the library so we can get a numbers count for setting up of tables and chairs. Come out and honor those who have given so much to make our country the best place to live! If you are interested in participating in the program on Monday, there will be a planning meeting on Friday, Nov 8th at 3 pm in the library. Lenore Combs will be organizing the program for Monday, but she needs volunteers to help with flags, readings ..... Hope to see you there! Vickie Jones Women's Club Activity Director (2019-11-07) WOMEN'S CLUB, Veteran's Day - We are hoping to have a Veterans Day program here at Sunshine on Monday 11 November 2019 with a Potluck to follow. There is a sign-up sheet for volunteers in the Library. This is usually a 2part deal – one Patriotic and the other a social Potluck. In the past John and I have assisted with the Flag Ceremony (Patriotic side) while Marian Young handles the Potluck side. We need Flag bearers and someone to talk on Veterans day. We can consider a Flag retirement ceremony outside or whatever you like. Also, included in the Opening will be a 2 minute of silence observed calling for all people to pause in honor of the service and sacrifice of our Veterans throughout the history of the Nation. We will also honor our Canadian Veterans. There will be sign-up sheet in the Lounge for a Flag Detail and for the Potluck. If anyone wants to say a few words about the day – step up. Honor our Veterans and their families. No support = no program but let’s hope for the best. Lenore Combs (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 (2019-10-15) Vererans' Day Tribute, Initial Details - 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 ************************* COMPLETE Oktoberfest (10-30-2019) (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 (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 (2019-10-15) O ktoberfest, Initial Details - First Women's Club event of the 2019-2020 winter season. There will be brats, hot dogs, potato salad, coleslaw & 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 ************************* Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: June 2023 Sent 2023-06-30: Pool Update - Hi Everyone! Quick update on the pool area. As of this afternoon the new equipment will have been installed. This involves a new, and much needed heater for the hot tub. The old one was not reliable so this should solve our problem and give us even heat in the hot tub. Also, there will be a new sand filter for both hot tub and pool. Sand will give us a better filtering system and be more efficient. This will not only give us a better filtering system, but make the chemicals do a better job. Lalo did his usual great job in the installation. Pat him on the back when you see him!!! Everyone have a Safe 4th!!!!!!! - Jim Kennedy 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 2023-06-30: Calling All Dogs and Cats - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Wednesday, July 5th, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 1:00 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, 719-468-4556 Sent 2023-06-30: Neighborhood Watch - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sent 2023-06-29: Don’t forget to sign-up please for July 4th - EVERYONE IS ASKING ABOUT THE 4TH OF JULY Let's have an Indoor > Outdoor party at the Pool. We have the hotdogs > buns > chips donated. Doing a 4:00pm cookout by the pavilion. We will also have the hall opened-up because of the heat. If everyone would sign up for side items in the library, no later than June 30, so we will have some kind of a head count. Bring your own drinks > but no glass by the pool please. Let's have FUN!!! Any questions text: - Vicky Krueger, 785-418-6208 Sent 2023-06-28: Resident Passing - The office has been informed by both Cathy Richmond and Gene Campbell that current resident, Arnie Thompson, passed away on June 14, 2023. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2023-06-23: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2023-05 (May) - The UNAPPROVED May 2023 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. - Mark Owen SEPO Treasurer Sent 2023-06-22: July 4th Party - EVERYONE IS ASKING ABOUT THE 4TH OF JULY Let's have an Indoor > Outdoor party at the Pool. We have the hotdogs > buns > chips donated. Doing a 4:00pm cookout by the pavilion. We will also have the hall opened-up because of the heat. If everyone would sign up for side items in the library, no later than June 30, so we will have some kind of a head count. Bring your own drinks > but no glass by the pool please. Let's have FUN!!! Any questions text: - Vicky Krueger, 785-418-6208 Sent 2023-06-21: FINAL REMINDER: Palm Tree Trimming Payments - Last call to turn in Palm Tree Trimming Payments. $25 per palm. Please turn in to office. Trimmers will start on SEPO palms Monday, June 26. Resident Palms will be taken care of after that... Make checks out to: Yuridia Oloarte. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2023-06-21: Fallen Tree on TX Ave - This is to inform you we are aware of the fallen tree on TX Ave. and Lalo is working to clear it / clean it up. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2023-06-21: MARKET: House For Rent - The house at 1933 W Iowa Ave is currently For Rent. Please see details on the Sunshine MARKET . - Steve Holten, 218-329-1635 Sent 2023-06-21: Karaoke this Friday - Karaoke is this Friday in the Hall. Doors open at 4 and singing begins around 4:30. BYOB, but their might be some free stuff, too. No need to bring food, but you can if you want. Dancing is encouraged and line-dancing will absolutely be happening. You don’t have to participate, but it sure is nice to have people there supporting those that are. Hope to see you there! - Randy Davis Sent 2023-06-14: UPDATE: Texas Gate - An update on the gate; Hurricane Fence was notified about issues with the gate cycling open and close multiple times before staying closed. It wasn’t happening all the time but was not what we were expecting. They had discussed it with the manufacturer and their techs and thought the SOS/Yelper was picking up sound coming from the gate and causing the gate to open, that’s what the codes in the opener were saying. So they’ve moved the SOS/Yelper further from the gate to see if that will solve that problem. If you see issues with the gate please note the time and date and let me know Thanks, Thomas Perrier Sent 2023-06-12: NEED VALIDATION OR CORRECTION: Sunshine website summer activities - Hi All - As time permits I have been trying to ensure I have accurate info on our website. Today I dove into the "Summer Activities Details " page. I have sent some of you personal emails with question(s). Thx to those who have already replied. However, I would greatly appreciate it if everyone would review the page at the above link and let me know if any updates are required. Send replies to sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com . I will be using any info supplied to update the '2-pager for Summer Activities'. Thx in advance for your rapid replies. Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-06-12: Resident Passing - Diane Carlson passed away in the hospital on Saturday (June 10, 2023). Cathy Richmond Sent 2023-06-12: Clint Wunderlich celebration of life - Celebration of life for Clint Wunderlich Saturay June 17, 2023 At: Retzlaff Hall >>> 1:00pm The family would like everyone to join them even if you knew Clint or not. They want this to be a casual (party) and celebration because this is what Clint wanted done. With laughter and music! Please join with your smile in person or in spirit. There will be music and maybe a little Dancing to be enjoyed by everyone. The family has lots of food and drinks ordered for everyone so come hungry! And enjoy the many different drinks the families has ordered. Thank you, - Vicky Krueger, Woman’s Club Sent 2023-06-11: Sunshine Rock Painting Club - The next Sunshine Rock Club meeting is June 26th. Hope to see you there. - Karren Sent 2023-06-11: TX Ave Gate - Hello All, Earlier this week I was notified that the gate was not closing when it should. I contacted Hurricane Fence to service the gate and I believe they came on Friday. I asked Lalo to check on the gate Friday night and Saturday morning and he said it was working. I asked Frank Tewell to check on the gate Saturday night and he said it was working as of 7:05. Thank you Frank! If you see an issue with the gate opening or closing, please send me an email or text with the time and date. I am not in Texas at this time. If you have a question or concern please call/text/email me. Thank you - Tom Perrier, Director Area 2 Sent 2023-06-07: Tree Trimming - Tree Trimming normally scheduled in July could possibly take place at the end of June this year. For those residents that would like the palms in their property to be trimmed the charge will still be the same at $25 per palm . Please call the office at 956-425-1420 or email at sepo.office@gmail.com to add you to the list along with the total of palms. You can send your payment via mail to : 1957 W. Michigan Dr., Harlingen, TX 78550 Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2023-06-07: Gift Baskets for 2024 Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) - Good Neighbor Golf Tournament 2024 Thursday, February 29th through Saturday, March 2, 2024 Gift Baskets Hello Sunshine Estates friends: As you may recall, as part of our Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament’s Awards Banquet we have provided unique prizes provided by our Residents. This letter is to help remind you, while you are “back home in the northlands" , to consider maintaining this tradition for our 2024 Tournament. We are soliciting your help in continuing to prepare “Gift Baskets” of items found locally in your area during your summer stay. We suggest selecting things that set your home area apart from others. These gift baskets will be awarded as prizes during our Awards Banquet. I am aware of several recipients in the past of these unique gift basket prizes, who have indicated how blessed they were to receive these baskets, and they genuinely appreciated Sunshine Residents’ generosity. In our 2023 Awards Banquet, one of the people who received a Gift Basket in the prior year donated a beautiful quilt made by his wife to pay it forward. For example, I most recently lived in Lafayette, Louisiana. So, I will put together a basket of “Cajun items”; seasoning, rice, Tabasco /hot sauces, Beignet mix, cookbooks, and locally brewed beer/wine for our gift basket. Just think of items your area is famous for and start accumulating them to bring back with you. We want the baskets in the $30-$50 value range. - -By preparing the baskets we are also providing a showcase for various products that are in North America where: Sunshine Estate residents live during the summer time. I hope to see everyone in the Valley in a few months. Tony Tramel, 2024 - Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament, Chairperson trtramel@gmail.com Cell 337-693-6344 June 6, 2023, 2023 Sent 2023-06-06: OFFICE OFF LIMITS - Valerie is under self-quarantine for these next five days. She is following all procedures required. HOWEVER, because she is feeling well enough, and because she feels she needs to tackle certain chores in the office (such as payroll, etc.) she plans to come to the office to work at later hours. She will wipe everything down as she has been trained when she leaves but it is best if our residents avoid the office area. If you need to make a payment, it can wait. And yes, she has been vaccinated. Share Nelson President, SEPO Board 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 Back to Top

Activities (2024 Summer) Ongoing, Periodic, Upcoming Additional Details Go To COMPLETED Line Dancing (Beginners) (COMPLETE Summer 2024)) O'Clockers Golf (COMPLETE Summer 2024) Rock Painting (COMPLETE Summer 2024) *************** ONGOING: Complete 2024 Summer Line Dancing (Beginners) Sent 2024-06-28: Line Dancing (Beginners) - I will start up beginner line dance classes in the hall next Tuesday July 2nd at 10:30. Come join us. Great exercise for body and mind. And it’s a lot of fun. - Donna Myers (from SEPO Facebook) *************** ONGOING: Complete 2024 Summer O'Clockers Golf 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 Rock Painting (ONGOING) *************** ONGOING: Complete 2024 Summer Rock Paint ing (Meeting Info, Pictures and other items of interest can be found HERE .) Sent 2024-07-28: 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 Back to Top

PREVIOUS SEPO BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2020 - 2021 SEPO Officers History Terms Vary based on Year Elected SEPO Board of Directors 2020 - 2021 (History): John Chajec (term expired Feb 2022) (NOTE: John resigned April 16, 2020) President Jerry Utterback (term would have expired 2021) (NOTE: Jerry resigned April 5, 2020) Director - Common Area 3 Storage Lot Shuffleboard Court Tennis Court Back to Top

SEPO Community News Sources GUIDELINES for the various SEPO News Sources can be found HERE . If you missed any of the Community News you can access it here by clicking on the links below for the 'type' of news you are looking for. SEPO Community E n ews Email E-mails are sent to the community year-round. Each email is posted HERE within 24 hours of being sent. Residents can send information they want forwarded to the community to seponenews@sunshinecountryclub.com . Sunshine Newsletter Published by the Newsletter Editor by the 1s t of each M onth - Sept thru Mar. Residents should send their articles by the 24th of the previous month to seponewsletter@gmail.com . (Editor, Beth Parrish: 314-960-6710) Sunshine Country Club Website Updated all year as information beco mes known. Send updates, co rrecti ons etc. to sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com . (Website Admin , Beth Parrish: 314-960-6710) S EPO Board/Residents Me etings Agendas & Minute s Available for each SEPO Board Meeting - Oct thru Mar (and thr oughout the su mmer if meetings are held). Published by the Board Secretary. Minutes are always approved by the Board at the following meeting. Women's Club Meeting Minutes Available after each Women's Club Meeting - Oct thru Mar. Published by the Women's Club Secretary. Minutes are a pproved b y the Women's Club members at the following meeting. Back to Top

S EPO Community E-Mails: August 2021 Sent 2021-08-31: UPDATE: Resaca Water - We now have Resaca water and are no longer limiting residence use of the Resaca. SEPO Board Sent 2021-08-29: Blackie has come back - We are in luck. An old friend has decided to come back and visit our neighborhood. Blackie has been seen a few times around the neighborhood recently and we haven't seen blackie for some time. That's really unfortunate because blackie is perhaps one of the best friends in nature that we can have. Blackie is officially known as a Texas indigo snake. Now you are probably repulsed by the idea of a snake being our best friend. But do not fear but rarher respect blackie because blackie eats other snakes, poisonous ones as well as a wide variety of other small creatures. Blackie is neither poisonous nor aggressive but really a very placid creature. Blackie is the subject of a Texas Parks and Wildlife brochure from which I will share some excerpts with you. _____ https://tpwmagazine.com/archive/2015/mar/scout5_wildthing_indigo/ "Indigo snakes are big snakes. Most adult indigo snakes grow to between 5½ and 6½ feet in length. The longest recorded indigo snake was nearly 8½ feet long. Texas indigo snakes are diurnal predators, meaning they are active during the day. They will eat almost any vertebrate animal they can subdue with their strong jaws, including toads, frogs, salamanders, lizards, turtles, birds, small mammals and other snakes. One specimen was found with three mice, two Mexican burrowing toads and two juvenile snapping turtles in its stomach. They are also known to eat rattlesnakes and copperheads , which can be three to four times heavier than an indigo snake. “It’s a gorgeous snake, and it’s not aggressive,” says Andy Gluesenkamp, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department herpetologist. “If you’re nice to the snake, it’ll give you a chance to look at it.” Texas indigo snakes are listed by the state as a threatened species, and because of its protected status, it is illegal to harm, kill, collect or sell Texas indigo snakes. The Texas indigo snake is revered in South Texas, where many ranchers are aware of its propensity for eating predatory rattlesnakes. Ranchers have a fondness for the Texas indigo snake,” Gluesenkamp says. “It’s a true South Texan snake: charismatic, big and tough.” ____ So - since we have seen Blackie around the Estates lately, I would ask you to "just let it be" if you see it. It is your friend, even if it is a snake. Take Care Pat Harvey Birding and Nature Club Sent 2021-08-28: AMENITIES: Pics of Pool Area on Sunshine Web site - I warned everyone I was going to be diving into the Web site soon. Well - I started in the Amenities section and have added a page to display our beautiful Pool, Hot tub and Pavilion. Please take special note of the renovated Showers by the pool. I can't wait to get back to TX and get over there. Amenities List page HERE Pool, Hot tub, Pavillion page HERE If any of you have additional pictures I can post on this page, please send them to me or give me access to pull them from wherever you may have them stored in a Cloud. The more I can put out there, the better. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-08-28: REVISED - MORE INFO: Gold Colored Sunshine Medallion for Display outside of Golf Bags - There are many new people in Sunshine who may not know that all residents, renters, and their guests are required to display the “Gold Colored Sunshine Medallion” on their golf bag. It identifies them and allows them full access to the golf course. The medallion should be highly visible and not stuffed in a golf bag pocket. Also concerning Guests from the SEPO Policies & Procedures: GUESTS: 3. …… If your in-house guest wishes to play golf you must obtain a yellow tag which must be displayed on the golf bag. The tag must be returned to the SEPO office. If an owner wishes to pay for their house golf guest they may do so by keeping track of the number of times their guest plays and pay the proper amount after the guest leaves. The medallions are free and can be obtained from the office. Your name will be put on the medallion before you exit the office. Guest medallions must be returned to the Office after they are no longer needed. Players on the Sunshine course without this identification may be stopped and questioned. Thanks to everyone for displaying your Sunshine golf medallion. SEPO Board Sent 2021-08-28: Neighborhood Watch/CERT Report - September 2021 - Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com SEPO Board Report for Sunshine Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sept 2021 Dear Friends - Again a huge THANKS to all our volunteers - unsung heroes for being Sunshine’s eyes n’ ears, encouraging residents to stay alert and threatening fear into local Bad Guys,. Meetings will resume the 3rd Monday monthly in Retzlaff Hall at 3pm. These are open meetings. Please join us on Monday the 20th of September as we can discuss and review plans for interventions, changes, schedules and etc. October is Fire Prevention Month and Harlingen’s bravest will visit with us at that meeting. Would also like to discuss a Finger Lickin’ Chicken for November (or a better month) as a fund raiser. The Fire Dept will grill the chickens safely on their massive BBQ grill and we can be COVID-19 compliant with delivery and pick-up. Your input please. National Night Out - was Tuesday the 3rd of August 6p – 9p at Lon C.Hill Park. We were signed up with Officers Bravo and Moreno HPD. Many LE Agencies were represented as well as other groups like ours. There was plenty of food and entertainment and educational booths - even COVID-19 vaccines. Harlingen Fire Department – CERT Team (Station 8) Meetings have been reinstated - every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Emergency Ops & Training Center on 24200 North FM 5092. You’re invited. Check out the web site on hgncert@myharlingen.us for an application and training etc. The CERT Team - Learn how to “hold down the fort until profession help arrives”. This is a nationwide approach to volunteer training that civilian responders can rely upon during disaster situations. Some topics – Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety, Light Search & Rescue, Team Organization, Disaster Medical Ops and more. This is a 20 hour course over two weekends with a fantastic Fire House BBQ to follow. Check out IS 317 Intro to CERT - an independent study course on basic CERT training. That’s all folks - see ya the 20th of September - 3pm. Sincerely, Lenore J. Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator NW-CERT Sent 2021-08-26: ACTION NEEDED: Yellow Golf Bag Medallion Resident Identifier - At the July 15, 2021 SEPO Board meeting it was brought up that, since the Golf Trail Fees were eliminated in 2020, we don’t have any way of identifying if someone playing golf is a resident or not. It was suggested the board come up with another way of identifying all residents playing golf on the Sunshine course. Since that meeting a Yellow Golf Bag Medallion has been created. If you play golf on the Sunshine course, please obtain one of these medallions from the Office (they are free), print your name on it (where you see the white strip in the picture below) and attach it to your golf bag so that is visible to everyone. Thanks for your cooperation with this matter. SEPO Board Sent 2021-08-26: AGENDA for Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT - Due to all of the the data and graphics listed in the agenda for this meeting you may want to view/print the agenda from the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please let me know if you have any issues with getting to the document if you wish to go that route. Valerie will also be posting the agenda below outside her office and on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall by end of day on Friday, August 27, 2021 at the latest. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-08-26: W IN Circle Construction Project: Pictures now on Web site - If you aren't physically in Sunshine to see how the construction is coming along on W IN Circle, you can view pictures on the Web site HERE . You can tune in to the SEPO Board meeting next week (Agenda to be provided to you in a few minutes) to hear a status update on the project. SEPO Board Sent 2021-08-24: REPLIES WELCOMED: Web site Cleanup will start Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - Hi Everyone - Hope you have been enjoying your summer. I've started looking at the Web site more closely this month and there is a lot of info out there from years past - going back to Dec 2018 on some pages. I will be taking a deep dive into the site starting next week and will be deleting lots of data prior to the start of the 2019-2021 winter season, which is prior to October 1, 2019. If there is something that you feel strongly about that you believe should be left on the site prior to Oct 1, 2019, please let me know prior to next Tuesday, August 31, and I will consider it. I do know I will not be deleting anything from the 'In Memoriam' page. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-08-24: August Potluck - Hey Sunshine Residents, our next Summer Potluck will be this Thursday evening at the hall. We are starting a half hour earlier so the golfers still have time to play at 6pm. Bring a dish to share with others. Coffee, tea, and ice will be provided as well as plates, napkins, and utensils. If you wish, you may bring your own plates, drinks, etc. Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021 Place: Retzlaff Hall Time: Social Hour 4:00, Eat at 4:30 Any questions, call me 719-468-4556. Hope to see everyone there! Marian Young Sent 2021-08-23: Sunshine Golf Course - When you are on the golf course please remember to do the following: Put the rake's in traps parallel to the fairways Fix your divets on the greens Thanks for your attention to these matters. Lyn Swonger Sent 2021-08-21: Invitation: 20th Anniversary of 911 Patriot Day - Hi All - This is Beth Parrish. The below was sent to me by Lenore Combs. She asked if it was something I could share with all of you. Although it is outside of the normal SEPO E-News E-Mail guidelines I felt strongly enough (and I know she does too) about something like this that I needed to loosen the reins this time and share it with all of you. ************************* The City of Harlingen is doing a "20th Anniversary of 911 Patriot Day" on Saturday the 11th of September at 10 am at the Valley International Airport - North Tarmac area.- which is roughly behind the Marine Military Academy. Heidi Dill will be singing our National Anthem. I am on the committee. Everyone is invited. Hope to see you there. Lenore Combs Sent 2021-08-21: Resident Passing - Valerie (SEPO Office) has been informed that Adrian Box passed away on August 19, 2021. Sent 2021-08-21: Resident Memorial Service - A memorial service to celebrate the life of Lois Humburg will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Harlinigen, TX, on Wednesday August 25, 2021 at 11 AM. Memorials can be directed to - St. Paul Lutheran Church, 602 Morgan Blvd Harlingen, TX 78550 Carolyn Anderson ******************** A document containing the full Obituary for Lois can be found HERE . The Sunshine Web site In Memoriam section of this Web site has also been updated to contain this document. Beth Parrish (Sunshine Web site Manager) Sent 2021-08-20: SEPO EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING NOTICE - SEPO EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING NOTICE Thursday, August 26, 2021 @ 10 AM SEPO Board Only via Google Meet --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is a formal notice to the Sunshine community that SEPO Board President Tony Tramel has called an Executive Board Meeting to be held next Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 10 AM for all Board Members via Google Meet. This is a closed session as permitted by Texas law since the meeting pertains to potential litigation issues. This meeting will consist of discussions, resolutions and / or identification of action plans regarding issues noted above. Tony Tramel SEPO Board President Sent 2021-08-19: Free: From a Sunshine Resident - I have some Symbicort that I will give to anyone who uses it. My phone number is listed in the Sunshine directory . Dee Novak Sent 2021-08-14: Changes in your access to the Sunshine Woodshop - Because of the changes being brought about by the Delta variant of the Covid virus, the Woodworker's club is implementing some changes in access to the woodshop. Starting Monday 8/15/21, you will be asked to show the on-duty Monitor either a copy of your Vaccination Record Card or a copy of a recent Negative Covid test. Should you need one, tests are available free from both Walgreens and CVS. We are truly sorry for this change but then, we are even more sorry that the Delta variant is creating such rapid increases in infections in society. The number of positive tests in Harlingen has increased 19 fold in the last 2 months - going from just 2 new infections per day to 38 new infections per day since mid June. The Woodworkers club will review this change on a monthly basis as needed. Let's all try to stay safe. Pat Harvey Sent 2021-08-14: SEPO: July 2021 Financials - Hello Fellow Homeowners - I am sending out the July Financials. They are posted on the Web site HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Mecca Henry SEPO Treasurer Sent 2021-08-13: GARAGE SALE - Garage sale at 2032 W Montana on August 13 and 14 from 8 to 12. Mary Tamayo Sent 2021-08-12 (Resent on 2021-08-13): Thank you - We are leaving with a heavy heart. After so many years and so many friends it is really hard to say "good bye". We will miss you all and hope we will meet again sometime. Thank you all again for your friendship and your caring all these years. With Love Sylvia and Stan Nelson Sent 2021-08-09: ACTION REQUIRED: Update on Resaca Water - Cameron County Irrigation District has advised Sunshine Estates that it will be rationing water available to us from the resaca. As you know, the resaca provides water for our golf course, as well as, individual sprinklers systems. We are therefore requesting that our residents who use resaca water don't use their sprinkler systems until further notice. We intend to use whatever water is available to us to maintain our golf course, which is one of the most valuable assets of the SEPO community. -- Thank You for your cooperation with this matter. -- Tony Tramel SEPO Board President Sent 2021-08-09: Resaca Water - Until further notice no Resaca water for Residential use. Lyn Swonger Sent 2021-08-09: MARKETPLACE: “For Sale” – Total Gym XLX - Contact: Sharon Schaub (254) 744-8981 Description: Includes: 6 workout videos & all the Attachments and Instructions Pricing: Sells on Ebay for $550. Will sell for $300.00 See Pictures on Web site HERE . Sharon Schaub Sent 2021-08-08: Update on NW Patrol and Indiana Circle - Dear Friends - Hope there is no confusion about this new decision. 🤔 There will be NO Patrols on Indiana Circle past the cul de sac - and that includes going behind those homes. The rationale is for safety reasons - in the dark, construction materials, some volunteers are not familiar with the back of these homes, there is new grass laid and the sprinklers go on - just to name a few. It became clear when several residents and Board members expressed concern. So, to play safe - patrol on Indiana only up to the cul de sac and stay on the left hand side as you head toward it and use the same side to exit. Shan was on last night and was aware. Kat, Marian, Mary and I explored possibilities and we are in agreement with Tony Tramel (Board President) and Lyn Swonger (Board Golf Course Director) - SAFETY FIRST. Thanks - contact me if you need. 😊 -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW Coordinator and SEPO Board Member Sent 2021-08-07: Neighborhood Watch Patrol and the construction site on Indiana Circle - Dear Friends - This memo is informational and instructional for all Residents. The NW evening patrol is instructed to ride the south side of Indiana Circle for safety reasons while construction is ongoing. NW Volunteers: To patrol around the homes at the circle, - enter at the Golf Cart path by Nelson's home at 1929 W. Indiana Circle - head around the rear of the homes in the grass past the affected homes and exit at the end of Hole 4 onto Indiana Circle leading to N. Missouri Street. Stay on the Cart path best you can, ride on the grass as necessary. Check the Golf Carts parked behind the homes and the rear of the homes best you can. Use the flashlight only if needed. Their keys should not be left in the Golf Cart and hopefully that will be a given. It is not your obligation to check them.. If this message needs improvement, please CALL or email me. Any questions or concerns - CALL or email me. Thanks - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Neighborhood Watch Coordinator Sent 2021-08-06: Resident Passing - Mr. Paul Novak passed away this evening 6 August 2021 He is an U.S. Army National Guard Veteran and has been a Sunshine resident for several years. Please keep Dee and family & friends in your prayers Rest in peace dear friend. God Bless America Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2021-08-01: ALL Sunshine Directories updated on Web today - I know some of you have been inquiring about updates needed to the Sunshine Directories on the Web site. I had been making them near the middle of each month AND at the end of each month. However, for July I only did them once - today. I updated ALL of the directories with the latest info I have received from the Office. They can be found on these two pages DIRECTORIES and PHOTOS & DIRECTORY LIST . Please review each of them carefully to ensure the info listed for your household is up-to-date. If anything needs changed please send those updates to both: sepo.office@gmail.com sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com Thanks Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-08-01: MARKETPLACE: Sunshine Home for Rent - The listing below has been posted on the Sunshine Web site MARKETPLACE page. ***** 4112 N Missouri St - Home Owner: Sam Davis Contact: 956-425-4193 (Home) 956-244-4682 (Cell) Description: Mobile home with carport One bedroom One bath Fully furnished, New windows, New blinds, New curtains Cable TV included Golf Cart included in Rental No smoking No pets Sam Davis Back to Top

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Sunshine Garden Club: Projects & Pictures Back to Garden Club Home Check back soon for more great pictures of the Sunshine Residents working very hard to make this great community a beautiful place to live it. Sent 2025-11-14: Sunshine Community Gardens/Flowers - Susanne would like to thank everyone for helping out with the Garden cleanup earlier this week. And she believes everyone enjoyed their Root Beer Floats afterwards. - Beth Parrish (for Susanne) Sent 2024-02-03: Sunshine Community Gardens/Flowers - We cleaned up what we could. Now fingers crossed no more freeze temps. Thank you Tom Perrier and staff for the mulch and transporting it to our sites. Thank you Tony Adams for the plantings of the passion vine along wooden fence. We are training them now to climb the fence. Should be beautiful. They were not affected by the freeze. - Susanne Ulrich (Garden Club from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2023-01-24: Garden Club Pics - I'm finally getting a little more free time to work on the Web site. Today I was able to add a 'few' of the pics I have of the wonderful work the Garden Club and all of their helpers are doing this season at the 'butterfly garden' on TX Ave. I'll keep adding them as I come across more in my files. Please send me additional pics as you guys work on various areas around the community. And thank you all so much for helping make Sunshine a beautiful place to live. Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Jan 2023 Hard at work at the Gazebo area on TX Ave Jan 18, 2023 Thank you, Leona and Ross, for securing the garden flower. You guys will be missed once you head up north. Lots of new growth on butterfly plants. Bring on the butterflies. Community project we can all be proud of. Thank you. Susanne Jan 16, 2023 A huge thank you to Lassy for refurbishing this garden art, donated by Tiffany, recovered by Robin, and professionally painted by Lassy. Plan to put in Butterfly Garden. Susanne Nov 2022 Hard at work in the Butterfly Garden on TX AVE Back to Top

Activities: (2020: Summer ) Additional Details Garage Sale (2020-10-1/2/3) Garage Sale (2020-09-25/26) Labor Day Golf Cart Cavalcade (2020-09-07) July 4th Golf Cart Parade (2020-07-04) Memorial Day Program (2020-05-25) Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-26) Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-19) WC - Resident Photos on Web Bottom of Page GARAGE SALE (Fri, Sat & Sun - October 1-2-3, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-30: Garage Sale in Sunshine - Dear Friends - Several familieS are planning a Garage Sale - Thurs Fri Sat 1 - 2- 3 October 9am - 3pm I would like some volunteers for Neighborhood Watch Patrol during this time. Contact me for questions, Thanks -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator SCCE NW - CERT Garage Sale (2020-10-1/2/3) Back To Top GARAGE SALE (Fri & Sat, September 25 & 26, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-24: Neighborhood Watch Patrol needed for Garage Sale this weekend - Garage Sale (2020-09-25/26) Back To Top Labor Day Golf Cart Cavalcade (2020-09-07) LABOR DAY GOLF CART CAVALCADE (Monday, September 7, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-09-01: LABOR DAY GOLF CART CAVALCADE - Dear Friends, We have permission for a tribute for labor Day. Everyone is invited. Hopefully we will have a great turn-out. Covid-19 restrictions prevail. This notice will be posted on the usual areas: White board at Office, Pool Doors, Women's Club Bulletin Board by the Mail Box, the Package Pick-up room, exercise Room and Card room. etc. Call me for concerns. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 😷❤ Back To Top July 4th Golf Cart Parade (2020-07-04) July 4th Holiday Parade (Saturday, July 4, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-07-03: July 4th Holiday Parade Saturday 7pm - Dear Friends - 🎼 😊 We shall have a July 4th Celebration Parade in honor of Independence Day. Golf Cart Line up at Office 7pm 🕖 Covid rules are in order *social distance, have *masks available Corvid - 19 has challenged our lifestyle but not our spirit. Independence Day is an important holiday and a symbol of patriotism. Its most common image is our American Flag and the accompaniment of our National Anthem. George Washington issued double rations of rum to all his soldiers to mark the anniversary of Independence Day but we will savor a virtual Hot Dog and Root Beer Float 🌭🍧 yum yum God Bless America -- Lenore J Combs 956 1276 Back To Top Memorial Day Program (2020-05-25) Memorial Day Program (Monday - May 25, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-05-23: Memorial Day 2020 Monday 25 MAY at 3pm sharp - Dear SEPO Friends, You are cordially invited and most encouraged to join us on Monday at the Flag Pole by the SEPO Office. Help get the word out, please. We shall start our brief Memorial Day remembrance at 3pm sharp. Come as you are - in a golf cart or lawn chair. Upon arrival, simply park in your social space and enjoy the ceremony. Dress for the heat and have a cool beverage handy. Social distancing is paramount. Masks are encouraged. SEPO rules are in effect for Corvid19. Randy Nicholas, John and I will lead a brief program honoring our deceased Veterans and our recently deceased SEPO friends. Memorial Day (Decoration Day) is a somber day to honor our military fallen and because of recent Covid restrictions, we shall also remember our SEPO family and friends who have passed this year. This National Moment of Remembrance at 3pm is to remind us and future generations about the real meaning of this holiday. Call me for questions. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276. John & Lenore US Air Force Veterans Randy Nicholas US Army Veteran Sent 2020-05-18: SCCE Memorial Day plans Monday 25 May 3pm - This document outlines a Memorial Day Program for SCCE. This ceremony will be held next Monday, May 25 @ 3PM either by the Gazebo or the Flag Pole (depending on weather and mosquitos). All Social Distancing rules remain in effect. Please contact me if you have any issues viewing the program information. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Back To Top Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-26) Golf Cart Parade (Sunday - Apr 26, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-22: The Next Golf Cart Parade - We had so much fun last Sunday we're going to have another Golf Cart Parade this coming Sunday 4/26 at 6:30. Gather in front of the office - same as last week. Social distancing and the wearing of masks rules still apply. So come on out and join us. Kay Sluyter PS from Beth: Since last Sunday I have added a video and some pictures of the parade spectators to the Web site HERE . Thank you to Spencer Smith. Back To Top Golf Cart Parade (2020-04-19) Golf Cart Parade (Sunday - Apr 19, 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-22: More Parade Pictures/Video - Since last Sunday I have added a video and some pictures of the parade spectators to the Web site HERE . Thank you to Spencer Smith. Beth Parrish Sent 2020-04-19: Golf Cart Parade Pictures - I would say the Golf Cart Parade traveling throughout Sunshine this evening, organized by Kay Sluyter, was a success. I took several pictures and have posted them on the Web site. It appeared to me everyone was having a fun time even in this heat. If anyone has any other pictures I can post, please get them to me. Thanks Kay and the pictures are HERE . Beth Parrish (314-960-6710) Sent 2020-04-16: Golf Card Parade - I recently put a message out on FB about a golf cart parade on Sunday 4/19 at 4:30. I’ve been told that the temperature is going to be 101. So I talked to a few people about changing the time to 6:30, hoping for a cooldown with a slight breeze! I hope this works for everyone and hope to see you at the front parking area in front of the office around 6:30. Should be fun and a way to get out and see our neighbors without breaking the social distancing rules. Wear your masks!! Kay Sluyter PS from Beth: Bring your cameras to take pictures for the Web site so that our friends who aren't here can enjoy the parade with us - just digitally. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Back To Top WC - Resident Photos on Web Women's Club Activity Resident Photo Directory - Web site (Summer 2020) COMPLETE Sent 2020-04-16: YAY - Resident Photos on Web site - Well all - I hope you are as excited about the final product as I am. I will have to say I learned a lot about the Web site during this process. One thing is - I did find there's lots of Shapes, Sizes, Color etc that I can change if anyone wants to make constructive suggestions to anything I've done with the photos. I have uploaded all of the Resident Photos that were included in the 2020 Photo Book. This page also includes: any New Homeowners who were not yet our neighbors when the book was being created any Homeowners who have either sold their homes in Sunshine since there picture was taken or have passed away. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-photos I also created a page of ONLY new Sunshine Residents during 2020, provided to me by the Office Manager Valerie. https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/directory-pics-new-residents For ease in finding these pages, I have included the direct links above. Ongoing these pages can be found by going to https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only and following the links provided. If you need assistance with anything at all concerning this, please give me a call. Please feel free to let me know if you have any suggestions on the format, etc of these photo pages. And again, I hope you like them. ENJOY Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2020-03-14: Resident Photos on Web site - Today I got copies from Debbie Robins of all of the resident photos that were put in the Photo Directory. My intent is to eventually get them on the Web site - somehow. With that said I will be working on this endeavor over the summer and will let everyone know when I have completed it. I'm just too pooped to work on it now and I want to do a good job with it. Thanks for your patience. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Bottom of Page Back To Top