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Library Contact: Reva Allen (985-750-8077) If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Location: Inside the Office Building in the middle of the Community Details: The Library is open to all Sunshine Residents/Renters and their guests. Feel free to borrow books whenever you please. Please return the books in the 'book return containers' after you are finished with them. A cash donation box has been placed in the library. It is attached to the book cart. ENJOY Library News Newsletter 2024-03: SEPO LIBRARY UPDATE & AUTHOR RECOMMENDATION This article will update you on developments in the SEPO library during the past year. In addition, I give you a recommendation for an author with whom you might not be familiar but whose works you might enjoy reading. First, thanks very much to the Women’s Club, whose members provided reimbursement for some of the cost of adding purchased books to our collection. In addition, they voted to have a cash donation box placed in the library and arranged for it to be attached to the book cart. We have already received a donation, which has been used to help purchase rolls of tape to be used in the labeling machine. Speaking of the book cart, Vicky Leroy-Krueger , then the Women’s Club President, spearheaded the effort to donate most of our hymnals, which were no longer being used, to a church and move the cart the hymnals were on to the library. John Chajec attached new wheels to the cart, and it’s now where we place books we return or donate to the library. It is working out very well. OK … on to information about additions to the library. I’ll start with general fiction authors, some of whom may have been unknown to you until now. Among others, we have added books by: Isabel Allende:we have 6 books by this award-winning Chilean-American author, who may be the world’s most widely-read Spanish-language author (our books are in English).She has won literary awards in 9 different countries, including the US Presidential Medal of Freedom. Jean M. Auel:we have at least 5 works by this best-selling author of the Earth’s Children series, which is set in prehistoric Europe and explores human activities during this time. Jennifer Chiaverini:we have 14 of the 22 books in her Elm Creek Quilts series.Quilt-lovers: these books are for you! Jan Karon:we have 9 of her 14 Mitford Years books. Tim LaHaye & Jerry B. Jenkins:we have 14 of the 16 books in their Left Behind series. Liane Moriarty:we have 6 of her 12 novels, including . Lisa See & Amy Tan:both of these women write primarily about Chinese and Chinese-American characters and culture.We have 3 See books and 6 books by Tan, including . We have added quite a few mystery and suspense books. Among the authors who I did not mention in last year’s update are: David Baldacci:we have at least 28 of his 46 suspense & legal thrillers. Steve Berry:we now have 9 of his books, which are action-packed and link real historical events/places (such as WWI/Hitler and the tomb of China’s First Emperor) with modern-day crises. Sophie Hannah:we have 5 of her 12 Zailer & Waterhouse psychological crime fiction novels and 2 of her 5 new Hercule Poirot mysteries.She has been authorized by the Agatha Christie family & estate to continue the Poirot series. Camilla Lackberg:we have 4 books by this award-winning Swedish crime writer, who has been described as “the rock star of Nordic noir.” Stieg Larsson:we have the first three of this Swedish writer’s Millennium books.You may have heard of these books, whose titles start with “The Girl With’ or ‘The Girl Who.” Anne Perry: we have 15 books by this writer of historical detective fiction. We also have added books by, among others:Harlan Coben (have 11 books), Michael Connelly (over 2 dozen books), Clive Cussler (over 2 dozen), Elizabeth George (10/21 Inspector Lynley books), Stephen King (5 books), P. D. James (all the Adam Dalghiesh mysteries), Jack Higgins (13 books), Jonathan Kellerman, Robert Ludlum, Steve Martini, and Perri O’Shaughnessy. For Western fans: We have recently received two anthologies of Western stories: A Century of Great Western Stories (edited by J. Jakes) and Boot Hill (edited by R. Randisi). All of the stories in the latter book are related to Dodge City, and all for one were written for this book. We have 4 of Craig Johnson’s Walt Longmire books. I have purchased several books that are included in online lists of best Western novels: Little Big Man (Thomas Berger), The Virginian (Owen Wister), Riders of the Purple Sage (Zane Grey), and True Grit (Charles Portis). We also have added a Western published in 1903: The Log of a Cowboy by Andy Adams. OK, romance lovers, we have not left you out. Lorraine Heath:we have 4 of the 5 books in her Scoundrels of St. James series. Sarah MacLean:we have all of the books in her Scandel & Scoundrels and The Rules of Scoundrels series and most of the books in her Bareknuckle Bastards and Love by Numbers series. Karen Kingsbury:this Christian-centered fiction writer includes romance in her novels.We have all of the books in her Firstborn and Redemption series, 3 of 4 in the Bailey Flanigan series, 2/4 in her Sunrise series, and 3/10 of her Baxter Family series. Beverly Lewis:we have about 8 of her Christian-centered books, which are set in Amish communities. We have added to our collections of books by, among others, Danielle Steel, Norah Roberts/J. D. Robb, Rae Anne Thayne, Kat Martin, and Linda Lael Miller. SEPO residents have added several science fiction and fantasy books this past year. Robert A. Heinlein:we have 5 of his science fiction books. Isaac Asimov:we have 3 books by this biochemistry professor who is one of the best-known 20th-century science fiction writers. Stephanie Meyer:we have 3 of the 5 books in the Twilight series and one of her standalone novels. K. E. Mills:we have all of his Rogue Agent fantasy books. Neal Shusterman:we have 4 of his 6 Unwind Dystology books. We have purchased several used books about World War II and Vietnam that have been listed on “best books” lists: Dereliction of Duty (H.R. McMaster), We Were Soldiers Once … and Young (G. Moore & J.L. Galloway), When Heaven and Earth Changed Places (L.L. Hayship), Countdown 1945 (M. Weiss), Band of Brothers and D-Day (S.E.Ambrose), Ghost Soldiers (H. Sides), and The Monuments Men (R.M. Edsel). We have added several books about golfers and strategies for improving your golf game. We have increased our holdings of poetry books from 2 to over 10. We have made some minor organizational changes in the library. We have added two bins of anthologies (mysteries and romances), which are located in the area with authors whose last names start with L. The poetry books are in magazine holders that have been moved to the shelf above the King/Kingsbury books). Author Recommendation: Alexander McCall Smith If you are looking for an author who writes gentle, thoughtful, compassionate, philosophical, literate, wryly humorous, sometimes whimsical books with a strong sense of place, I recommend Alexander McCall Smith. This African-born Scottish writer (and attorney) “… sees his characters and their world, fully and tenderly. And that makes for a book that is as comforting to sink into as a well-worn armchair” (M. Moss, NY Journal of Books). R. Strauss of publishersweekly.com writes of Smith’s work: ” The drama may be slight, but what pulls the reader in is the good natures of (almost) all the characters and McCall Smith’s uncanny ability to see their world as they do, and to render their worries, pleasures, and musings with charm, grace, and geniality.” I couldn’t have said it better myself. We have 63 of Smith’s books! He has written several series of adult books, as well as standalone novels and many children’s books. I’ll describe three of my favorite of his series. The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency:this is his best-known book series.The stories take place in Botswana, where Precious Ramotswa starts the first Botswanan detective agency owned and operated by a woman.She addresses everyday-life problems rather than violent crimes such as murder.If you want to try out this series, the first book has the same name as the series. Isabel Dalhousie series:there stories take place in Edinburgh, Scotland.The lead character edits a philosophy journal and applies her deductive gifts and ethical framework to resolving issues brought to her by others or that she stumbles upon herself.There’s also an interesting and engaging love story.The first book in this series is entitled . 44 Scotland Street series:these books follow the increasingly intertwined lives of several residents of an Edinburgh neighborhood.The first book in the series has the same name as the series. In closing, I hope this update encourages you to explore new acquisitions by authors you have read before and to try out authors who are new to you. Thank you very much for continuing to contribute books to the library, allowing us to refresh our holdings every week. Happy reading to you all!! - Reva Allen Newsletter 2023-03: SEPO LIBRARY UPDATE I am Reva Allen, retired social worker and assistant SEPO librarian. I appreciate Marsha Santow’s allowing me to nurture my compulsive streak by assuming the primary librarian responsibilities for the past 9 months. This article will provide an update about modifications made in the library over the past year. By last May, we had accumulated so many books in the library that books were standing 2-3 deep on some shelves. We decided to eliminate hidden rows of books. Over the summer, I removed an estimated 800 books from the library, donating them to the public library, Books ‘n Things, and thrift stores. I purchased over 300 used books, adding to our holdings of selected authors. The following lists summarize some of the additions to the library. For mystery lovers (like me), we now have: all of Sue Grafton’s Kimsey Milhone mystery novels (A through Y). all 29 of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum mysteries and many of her Fox & O’Hare books. an additional shelf of James Patterson mysteries, including almost all of the Alex Cross and Women’s Murder Club books. almost 2 dozen of Lilian Braun’s Cat Who mysteries. about 4 dozen mysteries each by J. A Jance and Iris Johansen. about 2 dozen mysteries each by Sandra Brown, Catherine Coulter, and Joanne Fluke. additional mysteries by Tony Hillerman, Agatha Christie, P. D. James, Hannah Dennison, Dean Koontz, Sara Paretsky, John Grisham, Stuart Woods, Ruth Rendell, Martha Grimes, Brad Thor, Dorothy Sayers, and others. For Western fans, we have added books by Louis L’Amour, Larry McMurtry, Cormac McCarthy, William W. Johnstone, A. B. Guthrie Jr, Zane Grey, Alan LeMay, Richard Dillon, Ron Hansen, Charles Portis, Oakley Hall, and Paulette Jiles. We have added golf-related fiction titles by Steven Pressfield and Pete Dexter, as well as a few non-fiction books aimed at helping golfers improve their skills. We have beefed up our collection of classics, including books by Arthur Conan Doyle (complete Sherlock Holmes series), Jane Austen, Charlotte and Emily Bronte, Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, and Mark Twain. We also have added some modern fantasy and science fiction books, several versions of the Bible, and a hymnal. We have done a little reorganization in the library area, as well. The former History section is now the Non-Fiction section. We have added to the many history books titles dealing with topics such as self-help and mental health, physical health, and golf instruction. We have moved the DVDs to the magazine cabinet. We have small plastic bins holding mystery anthologies and small devotional books and plastic magazine holders for Spanish language instructional books and poetry books (just one so far … more to come). We can tell by the full book-return containers that many of you make use of the library, and we are glad you do so. We encourage those of you who have not perused our shelves filled with thousands of books to drop by and see if there are books there that you might enjoy. And feel free to let Marsha and me know what you like about the changes we have made and any suggestions you have for future additions to the stacks. - Reva Allen Back to Top

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SEPO 2024 Election: Candidates Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., (SEPO) governs Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE). Sent 2024-07-06: SEPO 2024 Election: List of Candidates Posted - The announcement below will be posted outside the SEPO Office early on Jan 6, 2024. *********************************************************** Each Candidate's BIO is listed below (in alphabetical order) Sent 2023-12-27: AMENDED LIST OF NOMINEES FOR ELECTION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS - The SEPO Board Nomination Committee, consisting of Pam Adams (Chairperson), Pam Lacy and Patrick Heinerikson, are pleased to submit the following Candidate names, in alphabetical order, for the 2024 SEPO Board of Directors election. These SEPO Residents have met the requirements and are in good standing in the Sunshine Estates Community. All Candidates have been interviewed by one or more Nominating Committee members and were considered by the Committee for nomination based upon their responses to the questions asked of them. The BIOs we receive from each Candidate will be sent via separate email in the next day or two. During the January 2024 SEPO Residents & Directors meeting the Nominating Committee will move that the SEPO Board place the names of these nominees on the 2024 ballot. Randy Davis Scott Kronshage Tracy Wagner This announcement is currently posted outside the SEPO Office. The Candidates’ BIOs will also be posted there, once they are all received by the committee. Please contact Pam Adams, Chairperson, with any questions. 615 668 3145 Back to Top

"PREVIOUS" Men's Golf League Officers Men's Golf Leader: Summer 2023 Matt Lyne Background of why Matt filled this position during this timeframe. March 2021 - March 2023 Rocky Lockwood Matt Lyne (March 2019 - March 2021) Mark Owens - President & Secretary/Treasurer No Vice President Stan Nelson - (Handicaps & Pairings) Current Officers Back to Top

2010 Norris Thorstad - November 3rd Gregg Stecher - Patty Stecher - John Dellwo - September 29th Pauline Vaughn – September 18th (Former Resident) Norma Boykiw - September 20th (Former Resident) Eldon Beemer - September 12th John Azmus - September 3rd Wesley Dappen - September 1st Wilma Russell - August 30th Cecil Gillispie – July 21st (Former Resident) Carl Tuchalski – July 17th Hazel Johnston - July 10th Carl Tuchalski – July 17th Cecil Gillispie – July 21st (Former Resident) Al Allen - July 2nd Jim Noonan - June 27th Phil Knautz - April 26th. Bob Schmitz - April 18th Betty Zoettl – April 4th (Former Resident) Stanley Smith - March 30th James Richardson - Feb 28th (Former Resident) Pat Laughter - Feb 15th Charlie Loucks - Jan 29th Evah Martin - Jan 27th Jack McNair - Jan 10th (Former Resident)

Women's Club Meeting Minutes (2024-2025 Winter Season) Minutes (2025-03-21) UNAPPROVED Minutes (2025-02-21) Minutes (2025-01-17) Minutes (2024-12-20) Minutes (2024-11-15) Minutes (2024-10-18) March 21, 2025 February 21, 2025 January 17, 2025 December 20, 2024 November 15, 2024 October 18, 2024 Back to Top

Here you will find E-Mails that have been sent to the SEPO Community in Feb 2019. Sent 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 Sent 02-28-2019: 2020 Rental Needed - Residents, we have sold our home here but would like to rent a place for the months of Feb & March next year. Please call us at 713-239-1327 if you have anything available. Thanks, Linda & Russell Abernethy Sent 02-28-2019: ELECTION RESULTS - OFFICIAL COUNT - Ballots cast: 266 Covenants proposals: Annual Assessment Change: 85, failed Golf Course Fence : 175, failed C.A.R.E. : 55, failed Gate proposal: 81, failed Directors: Jerry Utterback, 140, elected Mark Owen, 134, elected Frank Tewell, 134, elected Larry Keller, 115 Grace Clark, 85 Tiffany Prater, 68 Marian Young, 62 Roy Robbins. 59 John Chajec (Board Secretary) Sent 02-28-2019: St. Pat's Day Party - 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 Sent 02-27-2019: LOST CAT HAS COME HOME - WHEW - Bosley came walking up our driveway looking like he just woke up from a nap. Only he knows where he was! Thanks to everyone who was out there looking with us. Mike and Nancy Garrett ____________________________________________________________________________ Sent 02-27 -2019: LOST CAT IN SUNSHINE - LOST CAT, Mike and Nancy Garrett, gray cat got out of house, please keep an eye out for him, no collar, gray thin old cat. His name is Bosley. Thank you....816-797-4937 Sent 02-27-2019: W. Montana Road Closure - On Thursday, February 28th, the City of Harlingen will have W. Montana Ave. closed for the entire day for construction at 2016 W. Montana. Ave. This will prohibit thru traffic on W. Montana Ave. The city has assured us that the work will be completed in one day. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Larry & Lehua Keller Sent 02-26-2019: Casino Night Thanks you - Well, another successful Casino night has come and gone! We would just like to thank everyone for their support of this event, not only this year but over the past 6 years! We never knew that Casino night would grow into such a popular event, but we are sure glad it did. Without the large number of volunteers it takes to run this event, our success would not have been possible. We are so grateful to all who have volunteered their time, effort and financial support to our Casino night. As well as to all of our Sponsors and all who attended our event and helped to make it one fun and exciting evening! Thank you as well to all who sing our praises, it is very much appreciated but humbling. Because it really does "take a village" and what a village we have here in Sunshine Estates. Please keep supporting the Women's Club events, as well as all the other events that make our community so fun and vibrant! See y'all around Sunshine and thanks again! Most sincerely Dale Hopfner & Sherri Gardner Past Casino night co-chairs Sent 02-26-2019: SEPO Mar 2019 Newsletter - This Newsletter can be found on the Web site here . Sent 02-26-2019: BIBLE STUDY/MOVIE GROUP - As announced last evening, our next meeting will be Monday night March 11th, NOT NEXT WEEK Mar 4th. I will post notices and e-mail regarding the meeting on March 11th. QUESTIONS CALL Warren 314 719 6532 Sent 02-26-2019: In Memoriam pages on Web site - Today I finally got around to 'starting' the "In Memoriam" section of the Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/in-memoriam ). It's taking longer than I had anticipated so I'm calling it quits for tonight. I do have the years 2017 to 2019 out there and plan to add names back to 2009 as was listed on the previous Web site that Stan Nelson had maintained. If you see anyone missing or anything else that might need corrected, please let me know. Beth Parrish Sent 02-26-2019: Names of Deceased - Please make a note everyone of the fact that Valerie in the office will be keeping the names of all residents or former residents that we lose during the year. So if you know of anyone who dies, please notify Valerie. Thank You Dick Shelton SEPO Board President Sent 02-25-2019: CORRECTION: Crafty Creations Class Signup on Web Site - Hi - This is Beth. In my haste to help Heidi get her reminder e-mail out, I inadvertently had a typo in the Web site address where the details are listed. It should have been (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/special-acty-details ). Scroll down the page to view the details. You know what they say "haste makes waste". Sorry about that. Beth Parrish Sent 02-25-2019: REMINDER: Crafty Creations Class Signup - 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 there and on the Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/special-acty-details ). Sign up early as class size is limited. We're going to have LOTS OF FUN !! -Heidi Dill :0] Sent 02-25-2019: March Newsletter Deadline - Residents, it's that time again to get your items to me for the March Newsletter. Please have them to me by the 26th at seponewsletter@gmail.com . Once I have received your articles I will send a message back to you so that you know that I have in fact gotten it. This will be the last issue for this season. Thanks, Linda Abernethy, Editor Sent 02-24-2019: Men's Golf Tournament - The Men's Golf Tournament is Monday and Tuesday, March 4th and 5th. 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. Mark Owen President Men's Golf Sent 02-24-2019: GUYS and DOLLS GOLF TOURNAMENT - GET READY -- on Friday and Saturday March 22nd and 23rd there will be a GUYS and DOLLS golf tournament. 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. Three sign-up sheets for golfers will be posted in the lounge on March 5th. One, for a Guy and a Doll (a team) who already know they will play as a team, and fees will be tendered. (cash) Another, for an unmatched GUY. And, a third, for an unmatched DOLL. These last two 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 main list is signed, and names scratched from the individual lists. Dinner and awards for CTP and score will take place on Saturday, 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. This is what we know so far. Keep your eyes on the Bulletin Boards in the Library and other Community News sources for further details. (Questions? Gus Elliott 618-377-2813) Sent 02-24-2019: CORRECTION: Craft Creations Club (Class Info) - Hi All - When helping Heidi send out her info earlier about the Crafty Creations Club first class I goofed on the first class DAY. It is: • First Class: Monday, March 18 from 1-3 PM AND • Second Class: Friday, March 29 from 10 AM to Noon I have also corrected the Web site pages referred to in the previous e-mail - see below for those links . Heidi currently has the info on the easel in the Library with the signup beginning at 9 AM on Monday, Feb 25. Sorry for any confusion this may have caused. She hopes for a great turnout for this new venture. Please come out and support her. Beth Parrish Sent 02-23-2019: Casino Night Tickets for Sale - 2 tickets to tonight’s Casino Night event for sale. Call Lehua at 615-260-0426 Sent 02-23-2019: Craft Creations Club (Class Info) - Hello Sunshine Peeps!! I’m starting a new club in our Estates, called Crafty Creations! It’s for all those interested in maybe learning something new, or for those who just need to get your “craft fix”!! There will be two classes to create your first Craft - First Class: Monday, March18 from 1-3 PM Second Class: Friday, March 29 from 10 AM to Noon Our first project will be a Clay Pot Lighthouse. Since our e-mail system can't forward attachments it is posted on the Web site under UPCOMING EVENTS (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/special-acty-details ) and under Amenities (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/amenities ). The picture is of the large model of the Lighthouse. You will choose the size you wish to create. The poster containing additional information i.e. signup, costs etc. is also displayed. Sorry, 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. Registration opens at 9 AM on Monday, Feb 25 in the Library. Hope you will join us!!! -Heidi Dill :0] Sent 02-22-2019: Squares/Bars for Casino night - To all the ladies that have volunteered to make squares/bars for Casino Night, please remember to please make something that is not too sticky and needs no refrigeration. It's really helpful if you line the pan with parchment first, so much easier to get it out of the pan when your doing 18 pans. Please bring to Retzlaff Hall between 9 & 10 am tomorrow. If I'm not there when you deliver, please mark your name on the pan so I can keep track. Thanks to you all, Linda Abernethy Sent 02-22-2019: Big Can Collection for Loaves & Fishes - 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 Sent 02-22-2019: 2-Page Activity Sheet - You wouldn't think that the Sunshine 2018-2019 winter season 2-page Activities List would be volatile at this point in the season would you? But, OH CONTRAR, it is changing daily. So Valerie and I have been making updates and we believe we have finalized everything we have been informed about. She will have copies available in the office soon if you absolutely need a printed copy. I have posted the updated 2-page document on the Web site. You can find it on the Activities Overview page (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/activities ). Scroll down to the “Daily / Weekly / Monthly Activities & Meetings Overview” section and click on the Activities File. If you DON'T see the Quilt Show and you DO see the Craft Creations Classes & the Guys & Dolls Golf Tournament, you have the correct list. Watch for more info soon concerning these new activities. The 'key' has also been updated so you know where the various activities are taking place. This is hot off the press, so throw away any previous lists you may have accumulated over the season as they are now defunct (spelling?). Thanks Beth Parrish and Valerie Basaldua S ent 02-21-2019: Ticket sold - The one casino night ticket I had is sold, sorry. -heidi dill 😁 Sent 02-21-2019: One casino ticket - I have one casino night ticket available if someone would like to buy it. Text me at 307-272-2440 -heidi dill 😁 Sent 02-20-2019: House SOLD - Russell & Linda Abernethy at 4324 N Missouri St. have sold their property to a couple that are current renters here. Linda Abernethy Sent 02-20-2019: Casino night tickets Sold - My two tickets for the Casino Night event have been sold. Thank you for your interest. Hollie Pickett Sent 02-20-2019: Birding and Nature Field Trip - 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 Sent 02-20-2019: Casino Night Tickets for Sale - We are unable to attend Casino Night on Saturday, and are selling our tickets. Please call Hollie at 6082932348 if you need tickets for this event. Hollie Pickett Sent 02-20-2019: SEPO BOARD ASSIGNMENTS 2019 - Dick Shelton, President Lyn Swonger, 1st Vice President Frank Tewell, 2nd Vice president Mark Owen, Treasurer John Chajec, Secretary Frank Tewell: Director of Common Area 1 Offices & Lounge Pavillion Pool & Hot tub Retzlaff Hall Sun Burst Bldg Clint Wunderlich: Director of Common Area 2 Drainage and Irrigation Ditches Streets and Grounds Texas Ave Jerry Utterback: Director of Common Area 3 Storage & Shop Area Shuffle Board Court Tennis Court Lyn Swonger: Director of Golf Course Golf Course Equipment Irrigation Maintenance Maintenance Area From SEPO Board (2019-2020) Sent 02-19-2019: Bible Study/Movie Group - On Monday Feb 25th at 6;00 p.m. in Retzlaf Hall we will be showing two selections from ------ " The Living Christ " Movie series:- The Beginning of the Life of Jesus:- and, Escape to Egypt Questions, call Warren Hertel 314 719 6532 Sent 02-19-2019: Joe Millsap Memorial - Just a reminder, the memorial for Joe Millsap will be held at 11 A.M tomorrow, Wednesday, February 20th, in Retzlaff Hall. Karen Baase and Mary Dronen Memorial Luncheon Committee Co-Chairs Sent 02-18-2019: Board Meeting Minutes from January 7, 2019 - The Jan 7, 2019 SEPO Board Meeting Minutes can be found here . Sent 02-18-2019: CASINO NIGHT DEALERS TRAINING CORRECTION - The Practice session for the 19th has been cancelled. The practice session for February 20th will be 2:30 and 6:30. See updated Schedule below. Monday 2/18/19 1:00 Tuesday 2/19/19 Cancelled Wednesday 2/20/19 2:30 and 6:30 Sorry for any inconvenience. Carolyn 309-253-5543 Sent 02-18-2019: Casino Dealers Reminder - Practice sessions are posted in the library. Please try to attend at least one for a refresher and to get instructions for the night of the event. Monday 2/18/19 1:00 Tuesday 2/19/19 3:00 Wednesday 2/20/19 7:00 Looking forward to seeing you. Any questions please call. Thanks for volunteering. Carolyn Anderson 309-253-5543 Sent 02-17-2019: Casino Night - Casino night is almost here!! This Saturday Feb. 23rd @ 5:30 sharp, the south side pool gate will open. Please remember to bring your tickets for entry! We will enjoy beverages and dinner in the Pavilion, so dress for the weather! At 6:30 sharp the Casino doors will open, where you will receive a voucher for your complimentary $500.00 playing chips. Find yourself a place to sit and redeem your voucher for playing chips from your dealer. Beverages, dessert bar & popcorn will be available in the Casino all evening. You will also need to bring some extra cash to purchase 50/50-share the wealth tickets, as well as tickets for our Grand prize raffle. A chance to win either - $500.00 cash - donated anonymously by some of our generous community members $500.00 Estes Park, Co. - Wildwood Inn gift certificate - donated by Lucille Younglund SPI Getaway - 2 night stay donated by Holiday Inn Express & Suites SPI plus complimentary meals at Yummies Bistro & Lobo Del Mar Café There will also be BINGO in the Library with a new exciting format!! Once you are done playing (or 9:30 when the tables close), cash in your chips with your dealer for tickets. Then place your tickets in the corresponding basket of the gift you hope to win! Most of these gifts have been donated by some of our generous community members! The draws will then start, so have Fun and Enjoy your evening! Thank you to all who donate and volunteer, we can't do this without you!! Dale Hopfner & Sherri Gardner - co-chairs and our wonderful Casino night Committee Sent 02-17-2019: Saturday Garage Sale - Dear Friends, Great turn out for yesterday. Hope you sold all your treasures - and bought some. Apologies for those who may not have made the proposed pick-up from the local Church. I received notice they had to come earlier than expected. I rode around Sunshine a little after 12n trying to give notice but may have missed some of you. On the other hand, many folks had sold out and had their stuff at curb side. We picked up all that was out about 1:15 pm. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 02-16-2019: CASINO DEALERS - Practice sessions are posted in the library. Please try to attend at least one for a refresher and to get instructions for the night of the event. Monday 2/18/19 1:00 Tuesday 2/19/19 3:00 Wednesday 2/20/19 7:00 Looking forward to seeing you. Any questions please call. Thanks for volunteering. Carolyn Anderson 309-253-5543 Sent 02-16-2019: Lost GPS - A friend played in the Ladies Invitational this past Wednesday. Contacted me last evening stating she had lost her Golf gps here on the course. It's a small black golf gps. Stated she thought it was a Bushnell. If anyone finds it, please leave it at the office. Thanks Judi Cripple Sent 02-16-2019: There will be a Memorial Service for Joe Millsap on Wednesday, February 20th at 11 A.M., in Retzlaff Hall. Karen Baase and Mary Dronen Memorial Luncheon Committee Co-chairs Sent 02-15-2019: Dear Friends - THE NEW CODE IS NOT IN OPERATION. Please use the current code as it is. We shall defer the new code until further notice. Humble apologies mucho. Reminder - Neighborhood Watch meeting this Monday 3pm 18 February 2019 in Retzlaffl Hall Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 02-15-2019: Garage Sale Ad - I am joining Lenore and John Combs with my own sale items in their garage at 4137 N Minnesota on Saturday, February 16th. After many years, I am trying to thin out our collection. I am selling my Raleigh multi speed bike which was used very little and is in great condition, a tandem bike (built for two), two Skill Stop Machines with custom table and many small items. Saturday, 8 a.m. To 3 p.m. Share Nelson 309 269 0686 Sent 02-15-2019: Casino tickets for Sale - Carol Holman has 2 tickets for sale for casino night 816 520 9107. Sent 02-14-2019: Major Sunshine Web site Update - Today I have made what I consider a 'major update' to the Sunshine Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) which I hope will please many of you. Now, after you have obtained the "Resident's Only" Password you simply come back to the Web site and go to the "Password Required" Tab which is under the "Residents Only" tab. After you enter the Password one time, you will have access to all of the Resident Only information from that page. Questions - Comments - Issues: Please contact - Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 02-14-2019: STAINED GLASS CANCELED - Stained glass is canceled this Thursday, Valentines Day, because I have a date. See you next week. Cathy Chajec Sent 02-13-2019: Lost Keys Turned in Golf cart and mail key were tuned in this morning found at #4. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 02-13-2019: Casino Night Tickets for Sell by Praters - We purchased 2 Casino Tickets @ $20 apiece that we are not going to be able to use. If anyone is interested please contact us at 956-264-0355. At this time we would prefer to sell both of them at the same time. Thanks for your consideration. Tiffany and Wade Prater Sent 02-13-2019: House for Sale (Hoffman) - We have decided to sell our home and move up north to be closer to our children. Our home is at 1904 W Iowa Ave. Please contact us at 405-627-9508 for more information. Curtis and Naomi Hoffman Sent 02-12-2019: BIBLE STUDY/MOVIE GROUP - On Monday Feb 18th at 6:00 p.m. we will be showing a presentation of:-- "HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD" by Louis Giglio. What holds us together ?? This presentation could be of interest to the bible study group studying Psalms. Questions:-- Warren Hertel 314 719 6532 Sent 02-12-2019: Women’s Club Meeting - The February Women’s Club meeting is this Friday, the 15th at 9:00 am. Coffee and “sweets” provided. Remember to wear your name tag. Linda Almond, Secretary. Sent 02-12--2019: A Special Thanks - A special Thanks to the team of Volunteers who came out this dark overcast morning and made short work of removing the badly rotten, dead Cottonwood tree. It's always dicey taking down a rotted tree but with enough experienced hands, it worked out well. It was down and cleaned up in half an hour. The resident Rat will now have to find a new home. Again - Thanks to the Volunteers for a Job Well Done. Pat Harvey - Birding & Nature Club VP Sent 02-12--2019: Minnesota Get together - Minnesota residents residing in Sunshine Estates are invited to attend the annual Minnesota Get Together at the Golden Corral Thursday February 28th @ 1:30 PM. The event will include a dinner at a cost of $11.00 each. Meal tickets can be purchased from Duane and Mary Eich at 4316 N. Minnesota St. Telephone # 651-341-5004. Sent 02-10-19: Volunteers needed - Next Tuesday morning (2/12/19) at about 9:00 the Birding & Nature club will be taking down a mostly dead Cottonwood tree near the Gazebo. It'll be 60 degrees with a nice north wind to help us. We've got the saws, tractor and trailer lined up but we need volunteers to help with the project. All you need to bring is yourself and probably a pair of gloves. We look forward to seeing you there and Thank You. Pat Harvey Birding & Nature club VP. Sent 02-10-19: Sunshine Nature and Birding Club Field Trip - 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 Sent 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 Sent 02-09-2019: 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 Sent 02-08-2019: Womens 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 Sent 02-08-2019: GNGT Pelican - During the GNGT play in the PM on Thu this beautiful pelican graced us with it's presence on Hole #8. It swam around the pond for quite a while before taking a stroll around the pond's edge. Thank You Lehua for this beautiful shot. Beth Parrish Sent 02-08-2019: Garage Sale update - Dear Friends, I have had several inquiries about the garage sale. It is not an "official" SCCE sale, however, several of us have placed an ad in the "Bargain Book". You are welcome to jump in. Garage Sale multiple family, etc etc Saturday 16 Feb 8a 3p - will be posted on the 13th. The Methodist Church will do a pick-up at 4pm on Saturday - just leave your treasures at curbside in bags. If you have large items for pick up we need to know in advance so they can have sufficient help. You may sign up with your comments in the Lounge or call me with your intentions. I will request a random NW patrol all day.. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 02-06- 2019: Javelina - Just a heads up for folks walking near the pond on Minnesota—a javelina was sighted behind Lassey Dahlstrom’s house today. Laurel Becker Sent 02-06- 2019: CORRECTION --- BIBLE STUDY/MOVIE GROUP - CORRECTION for Monday night Feb 11 at Retzlaf Hall at 6:00 p.m. The movie that will be shown is:- " RUTH" not Esther as previously published. Sorry for this miscue. Ruth is from a stage production of Sight and Sound. Question Warren Hertel 314 719 6532 Sent 02-06- 2019: Dumping in the Storage Area - It has been brought to our attention that the dump area in the storage has bee improperly used. That area is solely for brush and tree limbs , no wood or any other unauthorized material. Thank you so much and have a blessed day!! Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 02-05- 2019: Casino tickets - There are a couple of Casino tickets left if anyone is interested. Call Deb Robins @ 956-230-3115 while they last, as we will NOT be selling in the Library tomorrow. Thank you for your support! Casino Committee Sent 02-05- 2019: BIBLE STUDY/MOVIE GROUP - On Monday Feb 11th at 6:00 p.m. in Retzlaf Hall we will be showing the movie: "ESTHER" The compete stage production by Sight and Sound Theater Questions:-- Warren Hertel 314 719 6532 Sent 02-04- 2019: Casino night tickets - There are a few Casino night tickets left. They will be sold tomorrow, Tuesday February 5th in the Library from 10am - noon, $20.00 each. Casino night committee Sent 02-03- 2019: Casino night dealers - DEALERS for CASINO NIGHT---Tickets go on sale tomorrow and Tuesday. Tickets for dealer and spouse/guest are set aside for you. When purchasing your tickets let them know you are a dealer and they will check your name on the list. Practice sessions will be set up the week prior to the event. Dates and times will be posted in the library. Your volunteer participation is sincerely appreciated and helps to make this event fun and successful. Thank you, Carolyn Anderson 309-253-5543 Sent 02-03- 2019: SEPO Jan 2019 Financials on Web - Depending on which e-mail system you use you may not be able to view clearly the three SEPO Financial Reports that I just sent out for John Chajec (SEPO Treasurer). If you would like to view the 'document' version of this information it is now available on the Sunshine Web site (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) under the 'Residents Only' tab. I have added a new Tab called 'SEPO Financials: By Year'. If you have any questions about the Web site don't hesitate to contact Beth Parrish. Questions about the data in the reports should be directed to John. Beth Parrish E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 02-03- 2019: E-mails containing SEPO Jan 2019 Financials - The following reports: JAN 2019 DIRECTORS REPORTS ADDITIONAL SEPO JAN 2019 EXPENSES BALANCES PER Jan 31, 2019 BANK STATEMENTS can be found by following the instructions detailed in the e-mail above this one entitled "SEPO Jan 2019 Financials on Web" Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 Sent 02-03- 2019: Sue Trahan - Dear Friends, With sadness, I report that Sue Trahan died peacefully yesterday, the 2nd of February. There will be no service. Lenore J Combs Sent 02-01-2019: Updated Resident & Renter Confidential Documents Now on Web site - I have updated the following documents and they can now be found on the Web site under the ‘Residents Only’ Tab (www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only ). Directory – Residents Directory – Renters (still in the process of being finalized, so if you have any updates get them to both Valerie and I) E-Mail Address – Residents If you still need the password to access this information, just follow the instructions on the Web page I pointed you to above. If you see ANYTHING in ANY of these documents that isn’t accurate, please notify me ASAP at sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com and I will get it corrected and synced with Valerie. I hope everyone gets some benefits from utilizing these documents ongoing. Beth Parrish sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com Sent 02-01-2019: LOST KEYS turned in to Office - A SET OF KEYS WERE TURNED INTO OFFICE Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 02-01--2019: Garage Sale Saturday 16 February 2019 8am 3pm - Dear Friends, You are invited....... John and I are having a Garage Sale on Saturday the 16th of February from 8am til 3pm. Millie Noonan and I will plan for a Church pick-up at 4pm for most unsold treasures. All you do is bag or box up your unsold stuff and leave it at curb side. If you have large things such as a couch etc., let us know ahead off time for these special arrangements. Neighborhood Watch will have a random patrol all day and HPD/Combes PD will be asked to do a ride about as well. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Back to Top

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

NW - CERT Welcome Letter 2020 -2021 edition SUNSHINE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH C.E.R.T. – COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (2020-2021 Season) Lenore Combs, Coordinator, LJCombs44@gmail.com , 956 245 1276 Dear Sunshine Residents, Welcome to our community. This communication is a current edition. Our Neighborhood Watch aims to foster a strong and positive working relationship with the local Police Departments in Harlingen and Combes. “Take a Bite Out of Crime” All residents are the “eyes and ears” of SCCE. Lights On – Lock Up and Look Out for each other. SCCE is the premier NW in our area. Each monthly meeting brings us together to address current concerns and crime prevention techniques. Sgt. Michael Brooks HPD is our liaison HPD recently revised our NW Guide. It is available in the Library. Topics we discuss are how to recognize and report suspicious activity, how to make your home more secure, how to identify your property (Operation ID) and more. This association in SCCE allows neighbors to get to know each other and their routines so that unusual activity can be reported and investigated. (REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY 956 216 5940) Neighborhood Watch groups are NOT vigilante forces working outside the normal procedures of law enforcement. We REPORT and OBSERVE. We are not a program designed for residents to take a personal risk to prevent crime. A NW cannot guarantee 100% that crime will not occur in Sunshine but we can make life miserable for the Bad Guys. They are experts in crimes of opportunity. The various NW projects below are illustrated. Job descriptions are included. Contact me if you wish to serve or have questions. Orientation is always available. Sunshine CC Estates is a premier active Neighborhood Watch program in Harlingen and you are cordially invited and encouraged to assist us. Sunshine’s volunteer service begun after Hurricane Dolly in July 2008. We meet the 3rd Monday of the month at 3pm in Retzlaff Hall. We have no dues and the Coffee is always on. Our famous Cookie Bakers do a dozen. We discuss security issues and most meetings have a training session presented by the Police or Fire Department etc. We have CPR training complete with an AED trainer and Stop The Bleed classes. There is a Neighborhood Watch display in the Library with a Patrol calendar and up-to-date notices. Please visit. “Inside Sunshine”, a monthly newsletter will have an article but if there is an alert, it will go out on the NW email contact. If you wish to be on the email list, send me an email request and it’s done. PROJECTS: Sunshine NW is involved and we welcome your input and we welcome you to join a project. We have 306 homes in Sunshine. If a resident from each home gave a day's service..... wow! We will work around your schedule. You will be thoroughly oriented. We will make you feel welcome, train you and provide you with almost unlimited opportunities. Evening Patrols: Lenore 956 245 1276 A schedule is prepared by Linda Jones each month with volunteers who sign up for an evening patrol. Hours are available and orientation is a must. “Patrols” is the heart of the program. Bob Saylor or I can arrange to take you on an “area-fam” – patrol routine. You will learn some very interesting stuff about security. We have a dedicated NW Golf Cart . Check it out! We encourage 2 volunteers to patrol as one drives the Golf Cart and the other can take notes, call in suspicious activity etc. Safety is first and your job is to observe and report . No weapons allowed. Daytime Patrols: Are similar and you do need an orientation as well. There are no schedules. These patrols can be done on foot, bicycle, golf cart (NW or personal) or vehicle. We still encourage teams but getting the mail or walking the dog is a good example. The Bad Guys don’t know any different – except you are our eyes and ears. Vendor Patrols: Lenore usually patrols every morning. Residents are cordially invited to also do this do easily while walking around or driving. These are random patrols that are done regularly as we are looking for the Vendor “hanging tag” in the vehicle – or the “Orange card” as the case may be. This could help prevent a robbery in plain sight. Residents are strongly encouraged to have their contractor stop by the Office register with Valerie. Any resident can call me or inquire at the Office. We have a bright Orange Vest complete with reflective stripes. Even if you walk the dog, get the mail or whatever, wearing your vest gives the idea the “Eyes of Sunshine Are Upon Them” - workers, contractors, laborers, seedy visitors included. Oh, don't forget we do have some K-9 patrols too. They are part of the Team and enjoy the ride as well. Block Captains and Co-Captains: These special volunteers make the NW tick. All nine streets should have a volunteer Block Captain as a point of contact. The Co- Captains are those volunteers who are next door to four or six homes – just keeping an eye out. This is simply for communication. This key person is an integral component in keeping the block – the street actively informed - from crime prevention efforts to exchange of information. The NW can flourish or dwindle. These suggestions are not all inclusive. Develop a comms system to distribute vital info to your neighbors. Facilitate the unity. Get new residents involved. Obtain their support. Rekindle older connections of residents who have gotten away from the mission. Remind your street of an upcoming meeting. Block captains and Co-Captains are the glue. Operation ID: We work on this project with the Harlingen PD. Complete a form with your stuff – make, model and serial number etc., and then arrange to get them engraved with your ID number on it. We will give you the recognizable decal for your door. It is good for your insurance Company. Special Projects: 9-1-1 Helpers: These volunteers assist you at any hour of the day, noon or night. For example, if you are contemplating notifying 911 because of an emergency, a volunteer or two can go to your home and stay with you while you call and/or they can go to the gate and watch for the EMTs to get here. (Once you call 911, you are on the phone til help arrives. Having a 9-1-1 Helper is handy). Be-A-Buddy: This project is encouraged and is a more personal choice. For example, I may ask my good friend to be my Buddy and I have their phone number posted on my fridge. This way, if I am contemplating a (? health) concern, they could assist with notifying EMTs and the 9-1-1 Helpers. FYI: There is a red flashing rotating light for the EMTs attached to the front gate. It has to be manually turned on. It aids the EMTs in finding Sunshine as opposed to looking for us in Encore. This little light is visible down past the corner of Gayle Street towards the gas station. Our Front gate is also fitted with an S.O.S. alarm which allows Police, Fire and EMS to enter without having to input a code. (installed 2018) FYI: (Life Alert Systems – several residents have one of these. We do not endorse any particular brand. If you are interested, contact me for info. Sunshine Emergency Contact Information form: We all completed this when we moved in. Keeping it current is the operative word. They are retained in the Office in a cabinet. Old and outdated phone numbers are no help in contacting you. Sunshine Disaster Preparedness Team: Each April, residents are invited to participate in this dedicated meeting regarding Hurricane Preparedness. However, in March, the Women’s Club encourages residents to prepare their homes, update SEPO Emergency form, store lawn objects that could become loose in a storm or flooding and clear Utility pads and poles. Worry Box: These are index cards the CERT Readiness Team uses in case of..... For example, several residents lost their meds during Hurricane Dolly because the power went out and these meds should have been kept cool. Some residents have Oxygen condensers. They need power. So this is a “fluid” Worry Box that any resident may voluntarily give their info when there is an impending concern. We also have a plat of the community that is available to LE and EMTs in case of..... For example, Kathy Wunderlich CERT Team helped provide a working list of summer residents. 2-1-1 Helpers: also known as STEAR – State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry. Cameron County Registry for Mandatory Evacuation: This project gets activated by the Governor. Residents may also register on line. Our philosophy and best bet is to get “Out Of Dodge” as this county program is for those who really need it. However, it is available. Registration does not guarantee evacuation transportation and your info will be kept in the system for a year. Vial Of L.I.F.E. Health History - SCCE RED Envelope (Humans & Pets) This recognized program is available to you. There are 2 red decals, a brief health history form and a baggie. You put one red decal visibly on your door or window for the EMTs – Rescue folks to see and the other red decal is on the baggie which has your current completed health history form in it. This baggie is in or on your fridge – in plain sight! We ask a small donation to the NW for the baggie, 2 red ID decals and 2 health forms. There are forms available as you should keep them current. Keep them in your car or RV too. Readiness Team: This committee drew up an Emergency Plan after Hurricane Dolly. We update/revise it annually as necessary. Whether you are a Winter Texan or not, your input is valuable and you are invited to help us. We meet for the April meeting to stay current and make revisions. Stop The Bleed: In 2019 Sunshine placed 3 “Stop The Bleed” bags in the Library, Woodshop and Worker’s shed. They are not ordinary First Aid Kits but contain special gear for life threatening bleeding. See Lenore & John for a brief class. C.E.R.T. Team: These are Sunshine residents who have completed special training and meet monthly at the Fire Department for information and education. They are knowledgeable in First Aid, CPR, AED, light search & rescue etc. There is usually an annual class offered for CERT training at the Fire Department. Citizen’s Police Academy - at the Harlingen PD. Classes offered twice yearly. Learn about Police procedures and activities. (Criminal Law, Traffic Law, Use of Force, Family Violence, Juvenile Procedures, Handgun Quals, Narcotics, K-9, Baton/OC, SWAT, etc. Sgt. Sal Carmona and Commander Dave Osborne are highly qualified Peace Officers with many talents. They keep the class moving and their guest speakers are well informed. The Chief meets with the class several times as well – proves its worth. This is a class you won’t regret. Last but not least, Sgt. Michael Brooks and Officer Alicia Garcia are the CPA liaisons . They cannot be more supportive and this organization is on the move! Safety & Security measures: Several talented members have good information on these various items. Come to a meeting and see. Vehicle Decals: This square orange reflective decal is on our vehicles (rear window- upper corner – driver side) so we know this vehicle belongs to Sunshine. If someone is in here without one, they may be visited by an inquiring resident. (For example - If you see someone waiting at the gate to come in, and they don't have one - one would wonder WHY? - We suggest you discretely follow them to their intended location. Observe & Report! If they look suspicious – call the 956 216 5940 “ number to report suspicious activity” or 911 if you think it is an emergency. Try to have details for the Police such as a description, the plate and make, model, color etc. If they leave is a big hurry, try to notice which way they headed. Do not attempt to apprehend. We don't want you to get hurt and we have no law enforcement authority. If you think there are weapons involved report it. Refrigerator magnets: report suspicious activity – 956 216 5940. These are business card size magnets. They are free, compliments of the Woman’s Club. This number is answered by a person 24 x 7 from the Police Department Dispatcher on Loop 499. When reporting, we ask you have some details put together such as: Who What Where When How For instance - boy girl, - fat skinny, - old young, hair style, facial hair, etc., color of clothing, (gangs use colors) – make & model, plate of vehicle, any markings like convertible, SUV, pick-up, any drugs - what were they doing, - where they going. It helps! Weapons make a big difference and it is most important for the Police to know as it will upgrade the priority status.. Amber Security Lights on Golf Carts: If you buy a cigarette lighter receptacle for your Golf cart Bob Saylor and some helpers will install it. Then you can outfit your Golf Cart with a security light for patrol. A kind and generous resident donated several of these for us. Vendor Tags – these VENDOR tags hang from the rear view mirror. Residents are encouraged to contact the NW when a vendor comes to do work at your house. We have had several successful scammers in the community. These hanging tags are also issued to residents that may have day and/or night time care givers. The resident may also get them a clicker and assumes this responsibility. Interestingly enough – neighbors are becoming very aware of orange decals and Vendor tags – and they look into it. Also, we have a VISITOR tag which is (TEMPORARY)– if you need it for extended company. Gate Codes & Key Pads & Clickers: Occasionally we change the Front Gate Code. It will not affect your Clickers. Call me 956 245 1276 or the Office for concerns. Storage Lot: for entry (use your gate opener) Cameras: are located throughout the community. There is an Infra-red Sensaphone System in the Storage Lot. We can always use help in looking after them. It is short, sporadic work. Orientation and mentoring is available. Generators: Courtesy of Mark & Debbie Warner – we have our own NW-CERT generator. Several kind and generous residents also make their generators available in case of….. This usually is discovered at our annual Disaster Planning meeting in April. In fact this one was donated to us. Security begins at your house. We are living in a new normalcy and the burden is on you so Lights On - Lock Up and Look Out for each other. If you see something – say something! Timely communication is of utmost importance! Don't forget our monthly meetings (3rd Monday at 3pm) in Retzlaff Hall. Visit the NW – CERT display in the Lounge. Postings are kept current. Contact me if you want to get our email. LJCombs44@gmail.com The Sunshine Neighborhood Watch is a volunteer group that was established with the help and guidance of the HPD to take a bite out of crime. We do not have police powers. We alert police when encountering strange activity. We never should confront suspicious persons. Duty: Observe & Report. Tools of the trade – pencil, note paper and cell phone. LIGHTS ON – LOCK UP AND LOOK OUT for each other Important phone numbers: For emergencies – 9-1-1 Harlingen Police Department – to report suspicious activity: 956 216 5940 Combes Police Department – 956 425 7131 (21626 Hand Road). We also so have a partnership with the Cameron County Constable Office – PCT. 5 Eddie Solis. Other stuff: The Harlingen Police Department is squarely behind us and touts us as being a model community and uses our Neighborhood Watch as an example. Most meetings, Sgt. Michael Brooks joins us with a training session. Oftentimes he is accompanied with another Officer assigned to our district. The National Sheriff's Association and the Harlingen Police Department both have manuals that we use as resources. Training is key to our NW projects and there is a thorough orientation to each one. In keeping with training, Sunshine boasts many CPA members and many C.E.R.T. Team members. Sunshine can certainly hold down the fort in an emergency until professional help arrives. We attend regular meetings at the Police Station and/or Fire House. The Citizens Police Academy is a 40 hour course held at the Harlingen PD. CERT is the Community Emergency Response Team involving a 20 hour course held at the Harlingen Fire Department. Training and drills are ongoing. We participated in a mock disaster for the Texas State Guard. In October 2014, Sunshine was the site for a local Train-The-Trainer course. We stationed a mock disaster drill and many of the Sunshine residents acted as victims. Details are under separate cover. Suffice it to say, Sunshine is empowered by these lessons learned and we give back to the community. Conversely, we enjoy a valuable partnership with both the Police and the Fire Departments. Many members attend these meetings and we volunteer for their special projects too. Chief Darrell Loftus, Harlingen Fire Department was our initial CERT Instructor, occasionally attends our meetings and does a Fire Safety presentation. Several times he has brought Fire Fighter instructors-in-training to Sunshine and discussed their projects. At any rate, we always have informative meetings. Back to Top

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

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

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

SEPO Board Meetings (Regular & Special) & Executive Sessions (Agendas - Recordings - Minutes) (10-01-2023 thru 03-31-2024) (Winter Season) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-03-11) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-03-11) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-03-11) Bd Mtg (1st Required) Minutes (2024-02-20) Bd Mtg (1st Required) Video (2024-02-20) Bd Mtg (1st Required) Agenda (2024-02-20) ANNUAL Mtg Minutes (2024-02-20) ANNUAL Mtg (3 PM) Video (2024-12-20) ANNUAL Mtg (1 PM) Video (2024-12-20) ANNUAL Mtg Agenda (2024-02-20) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-02-13) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-02-13) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-02-13) Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2024-02-09) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2024-02-09) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2024-02-09) Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2024-01-11) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2024-01-11) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (Amended) (2024-01-11) Residents & Directrs Mtg Minutes (2024-01-04) Residents & Directors Mtg Video (2024-01-04) Residents & Directors Mtg Agenda (2024-01-04) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-01-02) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-01-02) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-01-02) Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-12-19) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-12-19) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-12-19) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-12-11) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-12-11) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-12-11) Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-11-28) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-11-28) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-11-28) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-11-13) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-11-13) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-11-13) Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-10-27) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-10-27) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-10-27) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-10-09) Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-10-09) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-10-09) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-03-11) BOARD MEETING (Regular) VIDEO: Mon, Mar 11, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-03-11) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Mon, Mar 11, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-03-11) BOARD MEETING (1st Required) MINUTES: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 immediately after the 3 PM Annual Mtg Bd Mtg (1st Required) Minutes (2024-02-20) BOARD MEETING (1st Required) VIDEO: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 immediately after the 3 PM Annual Mtg Bd Mtg (1st Required) Video (2024-02-20) BOARD MEETING (1st Required) AGENDA: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 immediately after the 3 PM Annual Mtg Bd Mtg (1st Required) Agenda (2024-02-20) ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 @ 1 PM & 3 PM ANNUAL Mtg Minutes (2024-02-20) ANNUAL MEETING (3 PM) VIDEO: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 ANNUAL Mtg (3 PM) Video (2024-12-20) ANNUAL MEETING (1 PM) VIDEO: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 ANNUAL Mtg (1 PM) Video (2024-12-20) ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 @ 1 PM & 3 PM ANNUAL Mtg Agenda (2024-02-20) SEPO Email Sent 2024-02-18: Message to Homeowners - ATTENTION ALL HOMEOWNERS: A time for us all to get together is our ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS . You MUST have placed your ballot envelope into the Ballot Box next to Valerie’s office before one o’clock, next Tuesday afternoon, February 20th, to have your vote counted in this election. THEN, be in Retzlaff Hall at 12:45 p.m. and go to the table that has the name of the street you live on and check in. The meeting will be called to order at 1:00 p.m., and we will learn if there is a quorum so the ballots can be counted. We will recess the meeting until 3:00 p.m. IN THE MEANWHILE, stay and enjoy the HISTORY OF SUNSHINE , a slide presentation of how we became what we are today. Oh, and popcorn will be available. - Share Nelson Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-02-13) BOARD MEETING (Regular) MINUTES: Tue, Feb 13, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular) VIDEO: Tue, Feb 13, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-02-13) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-02-13) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Tue, Feb 13, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special) MINUTES + Executive Session Summary: Thu, Feb 9, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2024-02-09) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2024-02-09) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Thu, Feb 9, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special) AGENDA: Fri, Feb 9, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2024-02-09) BOARD MEETING (Special) MINUTES + Executive Session Summary: Thu, Jan 11, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2024-01-11) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Thu, Jan 11, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2024-01-11) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (Amended) (2024-01-11) BOARD MEETING (Special) AGENDA (Amended): Thu, Jan 11, 2024 @ 1 PM "RESIDENTS & DIRECTORS" MEETING MINUTES: Thu , Jan 4, 2024 @ 1 PM Residents & Directrs Mtg Minutes (2024-01-04) Residents & Directors Mtg Video (2024-01-04) "RESIDENTS & DIRECTORS" MEETING VIDEO: Thu , Jan 4, 2024 @ 1 PM "RESIDENTS & DIRECTORS" MEETING AGENDA: Thu , Jan 4, 2024 @ 1 PM Residents & Directors Mtg Agenda (2024-01-04) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2024-01-02) BOARD MEETING (Regular) MINUTES: Tue , Jan 2, 2024 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular) VIDEO: Tue , Jan 2, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2024-01-02) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Tue , Jan 2, 2024 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2024-01-02) BOARD MEETING (Special) MINUTES: Mon , Dec 19, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-12-19) Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-12-19) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Tue , Dec 19, 2023 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special) AGENDA: Tue , Dec 19, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-12-19) Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-12-11) BOARD MEETING (Regular) MINUTES: Mon , Dec 11, 2023 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular) VIDEO: Mon , Dec 11, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-12-11) Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-12-11) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Tue , Dec 11, 2023 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Special) MINUTES: Mon , Nov 28, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-11-28) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Tue , Nov 28, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-11-28) BOARD MEETING (Special) AGENDA: Tue , Nov 28, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-11-28) BOARD MEETING (Regular) MINUTES: Mon , Nov 13, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-11-13) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Mon , Nov 13, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-11-13) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Mon , Nov 13, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-11-13) BOARD MEETING (Special): Mon , Oct 27, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2023-10-27) BOARD MEETING (Special) VIDEO: Mon , Oct 27, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Spec) Video (2023-10-27) Bd Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2023-10-27) BOARD MEETING (Special) AGENDA: Fri , Oct 27, 2023 @ 1 PM BOARD MEETING (Regular) MINUTES: Mon , Oct 9, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2023-10-09) BOARD MEETING (Regular) VIDEO: Mon , Oct 9, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Video (2023-10-09) BOARD MEETING (Regular) AGENDA: Mon , Oct 9, 2023 @ 1 PM Bd Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2023-10-09) Back to Top

Activities: Special (Summer: 2025) - ALL EVENTS ARE COMPLETE - Back To: In Process Private Events (Varies) COMPLETE Anniversary Party (2025-09-04) COMPLETE Lunch & Learn (2025-08-15) COMPLETE Computer Class (2025-07-26) COMPLETE Backyard BBQ Potluck (2025-07-15) COMPLETE Copy of June Summer Potluck (2025-06-04) COMPLETE June Summer Potluck (2025-06-04) COMPLETE Cinco de Mayo (2025-05-04) COMPLETE Easter Sunrise Service (2025-04-20) COMPLETE Earth Day Trash Pick-up (2025-04-22) CANCELLED Bottom *************** PERIODIC: Private Events COMPLETE May 2, 2025 / 3PM to 10 PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself will be 6-9 PM) COMPLETE May 24, 2025 / 3PM to 9PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself will be 6-9 PM) COMPLETE Jul 26, 2025 / 8AM to 7PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself will be 6-9 PM) COMPLETE Aug 23, 2025 / Noon to 9PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself will be 6-9 PM) COMPLETE ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT Organizer 09-04-25 Thu Anniversary Party Dee Novak Sep 4 & 5, 2025: Hall is Reserved (9AM on 4th 'til Noon on 5th) / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself will be on Sep 4 from 4-10 PM) Sent 2025-08-21: Anniversary Party - From Dee Novak Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT Organizer 08-15-25 Fri FREE Lunch & Learn Event Pam Davis Facebook 2025-08-16: What we Learned - Big thank you to Pam Davis and the Rotary Club for arranging the presentation and lunch yesterday! It was interesting to hear about Center Well and what the other vendors and representatives had to say. Lunch was delicious (Jason’s Deli sandwiches and fruit and dessert ) Some takeaways I got included: We are eligible for closed caption phones that are free through a government program. Centerwell provides care only for those who are Medicare age. South Texas vascular institute provides care for those of us with peripheral vascular/arterial disease. A new business, Texas Healthcare Quality Assurance Agency provides advocacy and tips on how to improve your interactions with health care providers. There were also representatives from insurance, hospice , Harlingen Medical Center and long term and rehabilitation care. As we age (god forbid) health information becomes more important! - Linda Davis (from Facebook) Facebook 2025-08-15: FREE Lunch & Learn Event - it may be rainy outside, but it’s lovely in our Hall with Jason‘s deli delivered, and our guests ready to discuss services provided for our community. See you soon - Pam Davis (from Facebook) Sent 2025-08-11: REMINDER - FREE Lunch & Learn Event - Just a quick reminder: Our free Lunch & Learn is happening this Friday in the hall from 12–2 PM. The sign-up sheet closes Tuesday so our host can plan the right number of lunches. Thank you! - Pam Davis (from Facebook) Sent 2025-07-31: FREE Lunch & Learn Event - 📅 Save the Date! We’re excited to welcome members of the Harlingen Sunburst Rotary Club, for a FREE Lunch & Learn Event at our hall! 🗓 Friday, August 15th 🕐 12:00 PM 📍 CenterWell Health They’ll be sharing valuable community resources for seniors, including: ✅ Assistance for hearing-impaired telephone services ✅ Information on other local senior support programs A signup sheet will be available in the Library tomorrow through next week so we can plan for lunch. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and enjoy a free meal with our community! Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT Organizer 07-26-25 Sat Computer Class Marian Young Sent 2025-07-22: Computer Class - Hi Everyone, I have invited Mr. Seb Ruiz to our community to hold a computer class to refresh our memories. The class will be held this Saturday, 7/26/25 in the card room from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The cost is $10 per person. Snacks will be provided. Seb has over 20 years in the computer industry. If you wish to attend, contact me by text or phone. - Marian Young 719-468-4556 Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 07-15-25 Tue Backyard BBQ Potluck Pam Davis Facebook 2025-07-14: The stage is set for musical guest Dave Phinney and the Hall is cool and ready for a backyard bbq style potluck! The fun starts tomorrow at 3:45 PM when the doors open. The musician brought to us by Bettina Elliot will start at 4:30 PM. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! - Pam Davis Sent 2025-07-08: July Monthly Potluck - 🌞One week from today!!🌞 🧺Our next monthly summer potluck gathering is happening on Tuesday, July 15th, and we’re going with a Backyard Picnic theme! 🎶 We’re thrilled to welcome Dave Phinney, a talented new artist brought to us by Bettina Elliot! He’ll be performing for us starting at 4:30 PM, and we’ll be passing the hat to show our appreciation for his music. 🕓 Schedule: • Doors open at 3:45 PM • Potluck starts at 4:00 PM • Music begins at 4:30 PM ☕ We’ll provide coffee, tea, and lemonade — you bring a dish to share, BYOB, a smile, and maybe a tip for the artist.🎶 🎉 As always, this event is completely free and open to all. Let’s come together for great food, music, and community vibes. See you there! - Pam Davis Sent 2025-06-24: Backyard BBQ Potluck - 🌞 In addition to 4th of July.. Join Us for Our Monthly Summer Potluck – Backyard Picnic Style! 🌻 Mark your calendars! Our next monthly summer potluck gathering is happening on Tuesday, July 15th, and we’re going with a Backyard Picnic theme! 🎶 We’re thrilled to welcome Dave Phinney, a talented new artist brought to us by Bettina Elliot! He’ll be performing for us starting at 4:30 PM, and we’ll be passing the hat to show our appreciation for his music. 🕓 Schedule: • Doors open at 3:45 PM • Potluck starts at 4:00 PM • Music begins at 4:30 PM ☕ We’ll provide coffee, tea, and lemonade — you bring a dish to share, BYOB, a smile, and maybe a tip for the artist.🎶 🎉 As always, this event is completely free and open to all. Let’s come together for great food, music, and community vibes. See you there! Sincerely, Pam Davis Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 07-04-25 Fri Fourth of July Potluck Linda Davis, Cathy Richmond, Karen Basse Sent 2025-06-21: Fourth of July Potluck - Join Us for a 4th of July Potluck! A huge shoutout to Linda Davis, Cathy Richmond, and Karen Basse for putting together this year’s potluck celebration! Come out for an evening filled with delicious food, and great fellowship on Friday, July 4th. Doors will open at 4 PM. We’ll have tea, lemonade, and coffee available, but feel free to bring your own beverages! Let’s make this a memorable Independence Day together! 🇺🇸✨ Sincerely, Pam Davis Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 06-04-25 Wed Monthly Summer Get-Together Pam Davis Sent 2025-06-03: June summer potluck update - Just a friendly reminder that our monthly potluck is this Wednesday!! Doors open at 3:45 and DIEGO & EDITH will start around 4:30! We are looking forward to catching up with everyone! Hope to see you there!🥙🎶 Sincerely, - Pam Davis Sent 2025-05-28: June summer potluck update - 🥳🎉IMPORTANT UPDATE 🥳🎉 🌞🎉Our summer potluck is now on Wednesday, June 4th due to scheduling issues with Diego And Edith. Sorry for the change! We hope to see you there! 🍽️✨ #Potluck #SeeYouThere  🥗🍰 Join Us for a Scrumptious Summer Salads & Desserts themed Potluck! 🎶🍰🥗 Dear friends and neighbors, We’re excited to invite you to our monthly summer potluck featuring fresh, scrumptious salads and mouthwatering desserts (Or whatever you would like to bring)! 🗓 Date: *Wednesday, June 4th* 🕒 Time: Doors open at 3:45 PM (Starts at 4PM) 📍 Location: Retzlaff Hall  Bring your favorite salad—whether it’s a classic, a fun twist, or a family recipe— or a dessert to share. We can't wait to taste all the wonderful flavors! Plus, enjoy the lovely tunes of our musical guests, Edith and Diego, as we gather together for good food and great company. 🎶 This event is completely free, but we will have a pass the hat for a wonderful artist!🕺🏻💃 Let’s make this a joyful afternoon filled with laughter and delicious treats. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! 🌼 Sincerely, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 Sent 2025-05-13: June Monthly Summer Get Together - Howdy neighbors! Save the date! Our next monthly summer potluck is scheduled for Tuesday, June 3rd! The doors will open at 4 PM, and Edith and Diego will take the stage at 4:30. This event is completely free, though we will be passing around a hat for contributions to support our artists. Exciting news—Edith mentioned she’ll be bringing along two delicious cakes!!🍗🎶💃 Sincerely, - Pam Davis Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 05-04-25 Mon Cinco de Mayo Party Pam Davis Sent 2025-05-01: WC - Cinco de Mayo Party/Potluck - - Randy Davis (From Facebook) 2025-04-08: WC - Cinco de Mayo Party - Get ready to fiesta! Join us for an unforgettable Cinco de Mayo Party on May 5th at 4 PM at the Hall! Exciting games Mexican Themed Potluck Lively music provided by our very own Mark Horton And let's not forget the colorful drinks! Whether you dance like no one’s watching or simply enjoy the vibe, there's something for everyone! Bring your amigos and let’s make some amazing memories together! Where: Retz Hall When: May 5, 4 PM - Pam Davis (From Facebook) Women’s Club President Back to Top ************************** "COMPLETE" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 04-20-25 Sun Easter Sunrise Service Pam Davis 2025-04-18: WC Easter Sunrise Service: Printable Flyer - You can access a printable flyer for the Sunday Easter service HERE . We will also have some at the service. Thanks. - Pam Davis Women’s Club President 2025-04-13: REMINDER: WC Easter Sunday Potluck Breakfast - With all that has happened, I was asked to send out a reminder: Join us for an Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 20th at 8 AM, held at the gazebo and led by Chaplin Larry Allen. We will be collecting an offering to support his valuable ministry efforts in our community. Please be aware that if the ground is too soggy, if weather conditions are unfavorable, or if mosquitoes are particularly bothersome, we will relocate the service to the Hall for everyone's safety. Following the service, we invite you to a delightful Easter potluck breakfast at the Hall at 9:00 AM. We can’t wait to see you there. - Pam Davis (WC President): from Facebook 2025-04-07: REMINDER: WC Easter Sunday Potluck Breakfast - On Sunday, April 20th, Sunshine Estates will have an Easter Potluck Breakfast at 9 a.m. The Easter Service will commence at 8 a.m. at the Gazebo and last approximately 30 minutes. This should give everyone enough time to gather their dish from home and join us in Retzlaff Hall at 9 a.m. The Women’s club will supply the table settings, coffee and water. We are trying to keep this simple, so there is no signup sheet or charge. No one needs to do a lot of work, this way we can enjoy each other’s company and many homemade delights! Any questions, please contact Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 - Pam Davis (WC President): from Facebook 2025-03-07: Easter Sunrise Service - Mark your calendars! Our Easter Sunrise Service at the gazebo is on Sunday, April 20th at 8 AM. Chaplain Larry Allen will be officiating. We hope to see you there! Sincerely, Pam Davis ************************** "CANCELLED" DATE DAY EVENT CHAIRPERSON(S) 04-22-25 Tue Earth Day Trash Pick-up Jill Ventrello Back to Top

Other Sunshine Amenities will be displayed soon but are currently: SEPO Email sent to the Sunshine Community on 2025-11-10 - NEED: More Sunshine Properties Info & Pictures (please help me) - It never fails. Every time I'm out on our Sunshine website I see pages which say, "under construction" or "check back soon for more details". I'm sure folks have stopped going to those pages, because some of them have been like that for years. This page is a perfect example. However, I never seem to be able to find time to go around and take pictures of these areas. Of course, there are other pages needing work, but I would like to start with this one. What I'm looking for, to begin with, is someone(s) to take pictures of these areas. Some places could/should have only fix or six pics. Other areas could have lots of pics. I know some of you are excellent at taking pictures, particularly at Women's Club events. How many of you can spare a little time to help me out with this endeavor. DON'T BE SHY. My door (or my email box) is always open. I anxiously await some replies. Thanks in advance. - Beth Parrish, Sunshine Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 THEY INCLUDE: SEPO Office Library Retzlaff Hall Pool & Hot Tub (w/Restrooms & Shower) Pavilion by Pool Shuffleboard Card Room Pool (Billiards) Room Dog Parks: In the Storage Lot Along Texas Avenue Back to Top

Clubs & Committees (Oct 1, 2025 thru Mar 31, 2026) Additional Details Art Painting Club Birding & Nature Club Fishing Association (SCCE) Garden Club (Sunshine) Neighborhood Watch Quilters (Killer Bees) Rock Painting Club (Yearround) Woodshop Events This page contains information about SEPO Club & Committee Activities/Events for the Season specified above. Additional Meeting Info, Pictures and other items of interest for some Clubs can be found under the AMENITIES tab. Go HERE to be directed to each Sunshine Amenity. *************** Art Painting Club (Meeting Info + Other Club News, Events & Pictures can be found HERE .) Calendar: Winter 2025-2026 November 4 November 18 November 25 December 2 December 16 December 23 December 30 January 6 January 13 January 20 January 27 February 3 February 10 February 24 March 3 March 24 March 31 April 7 April 14 April 21 April 28 SEPO Email Sent 2025-11-30: Art Painting Club, is in session weekly - From Beth Parrish: With help from the club creators, Janee Bledsoe and Jane Meehan, I have created an "Art Painting Club" web page under the "AMENITIES" tab HERE for them. It currently shows the Winter 2025-2026 scheduled dates and other info from the Newsletters and SEPO Emails. Between this page and the page at the link above combined, they should show you everything I know about this new Club to date. Keep that info and pictures coming ladies and I bet you'll have that hall filled up soon. From Facebook on Nov 25, 2025 (Janee Bledsoe) Come join us every Tuesday 1pm for a painting/art class where we have fun and plenty of giggles! We have lots of supplies. Back to Top *************** Birding & Nature Club Sent 2026-03-17: TIME SENSITIVE: Birding & Nature Outing - Birding & Nature Club Outing - Thursday 3/17 AM (Click HERE to See Attachment) ALL WELCOME - TRAM TOURS Sign up in the Library - ASAP More info at Library and on both SEPO Facebook groups. - David L'Heureux, President Sent 2026-02-02: Birding & Nature Club Minutes, Dec 1, 2025 - Birding and Nature Club Minutes, Dec. 1. 2025 Call to order by Tom Stone. Speaker, Mike Heep prepared a wonderful presentation on the citrus of the Valley, sharing with us several varieties of local oranges, grapefruit, mandarin, etc. from our area. Very interesting. Meeting: minutes presentation and discussion. Motion to accept; approved. Financial: presented by Jean B. in the absence of Miles. Balance: $2993.74. Discussion Motion to accept; approved Old Business: Bird feeding going well Texas Ave Garden report: weeded and shavings applied. Tree, Shrub signage still in the works. Needs to be weather- proof yet not too pricey. New Business: Nominating committee Upcoming speakers: Keith Hackland Field trip to Resaca de la Palma in March. Fee $4.00 with tram on Wed., Sat. Or Sun. Preferably Wed. End of year bird count: Ralph Next meeting Jan. 5, 2026 Motion to adjourn. - Deb Jones, Secretary Birding and Nature Club Sent 2026-02-02: Birding & Nature Club Friendly Reminder - Birding and Nature Club Friendly Reminder: We are welcoming Keith Hackland, Proprietor, of the Alamo Inn, Alamo, Texas and renowned Host of Birders from around the world. We invite you to come and listen as Keith relates some of his fascinating stories of birding adventures here in the Valley and places unknown. We will meet at 7PM in Retzlaff Hall, Monday, Feb. 2. All are welcome. See you soon, - Deb Jones, Secretary Birding and Nature Club Sent 2026-01-30: REMINDER: Birding and Nature Club Speaker - Reminder: Birding and Nature Club Speaker, Monday, February 2nd will be Keith Hackland, proprietor of Alamo Inn, Alamo, TX, who will be speaking to us on the RGV bird migratory patterns. The meeting will be at 7PM in Retzlaff Hall, Monday, February 2nd. All are welcome. See you soon. - Tom Stone, President Birding and Nature Club Sent 2026-01-29: Birding & Nature Club - Info & Interest Survey - Birding & Nature Club – A legacy of positive impact for SEPO residents Early members played a significant role in making Texas Avenue what you see today. Previously, the swamp covered most of the current grassy areas where the dogs now walk. The club removed trees and other types of vegetation, brought in fill and worked to level the ground. Periodically, new trees and shrubs were planted, and identification plaques were installed. The original butterfly garden and fountain were installed. Berms and plantings were made behind the gazebo. Bird feeders were added and maintained. Last summer the metal mesh fence was installed to support vines. The goal of that area is to have native plants that continue to attract birds and butterflies. The club has held beginning birding classes, led bird walks in the community and around the RV “lakeside”. Field trips have gone to local birding hotspots. Bird books were donated to the library, and a community bird sighting list is maintained there. The club continues to host outside speakers. Some members have even participated in the annual Audubon Bird Count. To help keep the Birding & Nature club relevant to current SEPO residents, we would greatly appreciate it if you would take a couple of minutes to at least review the survey. Just click on the following link. You DO NOT have to sign-in to take the survey. Please click SUBMIT to send us your responses. https://forms.gle/jHRsLsir7nNjzcb29 Thank you!! Reminder: Our next meeting is Monday, February 2nd, 7:00 PM - David L'Heureux Sent 2026-01-17: Birding and Nature Club meeting minutes - Birding and Nature Club Minutes January 5, 2026 Meeting was called to order by President Tom Stone There were 28 people present Unfortunately our speaker John Yochum who was going to speak about the lower RGV Magic did not make the meeting. Last month’s minutes were not available. Financials: the balance of the checkbook is $2990.74 with no activity since last month. Brenda made a motion, 2nd by Ralph to accept the report, motion passed. Old Business: Judy Stone reported on the bird feeding project. Mary will check into different types of signs for the trees and also the cost of signs. New Business: Tom asked for volunteers to head up the nominating committee for 2026-2027. Dave volunteered to head this committee. There is a field trip being planned to go to Resaca De La Palma state park in March of 2026. Tom will set it up with the park so we have a tram. Ralph gave a report on the end of the year bird count, the total species seen was 71. The most numerous bird was the Grackle, 2nd was Black Bellied Whistlers and 3rd was pigeons. They did see 27 green parakeets. Deb Gossman gave a presentation about the new garden that is by the bird feeder. She had a power point showing the whole process The next meeting will be February 2. 2026 in Retzlaff hall. Our speaker will be Keith Hackland from the Alamo Inn. Motion by Miles, 2nd by Ralph to adjourn - Tom Stone Sent 2026-01-17: Birding & Nature Club Speaker - Reminder: Birding and Nature Club Speaker, Monday, February 2nd will be Keith Hackland, proprietor of Alamo Inn, Alamo, TX, who will be speaking to us on the RGV bird migratory patterns. The meeting will be at 7PM in Retzlaff Hall, Monday, February 2nd. All are welcome. See you soon. - Tom Stone, President, Birding and Nature Club Sent 2026-01-12: Birding & Nature - Birding and Nature Club with the help of the Garden Club are asking for community volunteers to help spruce up the Texas Avenue B+N Garden. If you can help, let's meet Thursday, January 15th on Texas Avenue from 12:30 to 1:30. We have some grasses that have embedded themselves into the landscape fabric. The goal is to remove the fabric and expose the nice soil underneath. The sawdust from the woodworkers will be used in this area as it becomes available. Thank you in advance volunteers and woodworkers. Needed: utility knives, garden hoes and rakes. Tom Stone, President of Birding and Nature & See the community hard at work below when they were asked to help. Sent 2026-01-10: Field trip - Attention Birding and Nature Club. We had talked about having the field trip on Wednesday, March 18 in the meeting last Monday. However the tram is available to be reserved on Thursday, March 19 at 9:00 am. So I reserved it for March 19. Thank you for your attention to this matter. - Tom Stone Sent 2026-01-07: Field trip - Birding and Nature Club Field Trip Where: Resaca de la Palma State Park When: March 19, 2026 Meet at Retzlaff Hall at 8:00 am to car pool or at 9:00 am at the park Fee: $4.00 per person A tram will be provided Items to bring: water, insect repellant, sack lunch A tour guide will also be provided. Open to all residents of Sunshine Country Club Estates. Please join us as fun will be had by all. - Tom Stone, President, Birding and Nature Club Sent 2026-01-03: Birding and Nature club speaker - Reminder: Birding and Nature Club Speaker, Monday, January 5th will be John Yochum, Park Ranger at Estero Llano Grande State Park, who will be speaking to us on the Rio Grande Valley magic. This will be of interest, as it pertains to the many unique flora and fauna of the RGV. The meeting will be at 7PM in Retzlaff Hall, Monday, January 5th. All are welcome. See you soon. - Tom Stone, President, Birding and Nature Club Sent 2025-12-01: REMINDER: B&N Club Speaker Mon Evening, Dec 1 - Technology glitch and I hadn't received this from Deb Jones over the weekend, so I hope all who wanted to attend can do so. - Beth Parrish Reminder: Birding and Nature Club Speaker, Monday, Dec 1 will be Local Naturalist and Botany expert, Mike Heep, who will be speaking to us on the topic of Citrus in the Rio Grande Valley. This will be of interest, as many of us have citrus trees nearby. The meeting will be at 7PM in Retzlaff Hall, Monday, Dec 1. All are welcome. See you soon. - Deb Jones, Secretary, Birding and Nature Club Newsletter 2025-10: BIRDING AND NATURE CLUB/GARDEN CLUB EVENT - Birding and Nature Club and Garden Club are joining together for a Garden Cleanup Day and Root Beer Floats. Come join us: November 10th at 10:00 am. We will gather at the Gazebo for a fun filled weeding event. We want to thank all the Sunshine Summer Volunteers and now Winter Volunteers for keeping the gardens in good shape. Thank you so much. - Tom Stone, Birding and Nature / Susanne Ulrich, Garden Club Newsletter 2025-10: Mission Statement: Our mission is to increase the awareness of the variety of birds in our Wetland and to learn about the native plants and animals of the Rio Grande Valley. Planning and care of the Wetlands is our primary focus. Greetings, neighbors! Our lake is full, and the birds are plentiful. It’s time for the Fall and Winter Birding Season to begin. Soon you will be arriving for another beautiful season here in the Valley and the Birding and Nature Club is gearing up for speakers and activities for 2025-2026. Mike Heep, local Naturalist and plant expert will be speaking again this year as well as Keith Hackland, owner/operator of the Alamo Inn, Alamo, Texas, a world-renowned birding destination. Our first meeting is Monday, November 3, 2025, at 7PM in the library. We will be discussing our summer and the upcoming birding season. Come join in the conversation; all are welcome! Happy birding, - Deb Jones, -Secretary Birding and Nature Club Back to Top *************** Fishing Association (SCCE) Sent 2026-01-15: Fishing Club survey - please complete by Monday, February 2nd - The Fishing Club is planning to shift to informal meetings - mainly talking about fishing experiences and getting fishing outings planned. Our meetings have been scheduled on the second Wednesday of each month. We are finding that a number of residents have committed to concerts at the Sunshine RV Park next door. We would very much appreciate it if residents complete the SHORT survey by selecting the link below. We promise it will only take a couple of minutes! Thank you for your input. If you have any questions, please contact one of the following: - Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552 - Bill Petersen at 507-291-7106 - Pat Heinerikson at 816-810-2862 Thank you. https://forms.gle/Hxh1Ehvg3sNjptLJ7 Sent 2026-01-06: Fishing Club Meeting January 14th - Fishing Club News: There will be a fishing club meeting on Wednesday, January 14th at 6:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. It is important for all fishing club members and those interested in joining the club to attend. Please note that we had planned to take nominations and vote for up to three officers at the December meeting, however, we only had three participants in attendance and did not feel that we should move forward until we had other folks present. Therefore, we postponed the elections to the January meeting. Additionally, we have a $500 gift certificate that we had received after submitting a request to HEB that we would like to share with local (Harlingen) non profit organizations. Please bring your nomination(s) for a local non profit (which includes a description of their services) that you would like to nominate to receive a portion of the certificate and we will vote on this at the meeting. As noted previously we need people to step up for officer positions. We did have a couple express interest. If we don't have enough volunteers at our January meeting, we will need to dissolve the club. If anyone has nominations or questions, please feel free to contact Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552; Bill Peterson at 507-291-7106 or Pat Heinerikson at 816-810-2862. Thank you. Deb DesLauriers-Eich Newsletter 2025-10: The first fishing club meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 5th at 6:00 pm. It is important for all fishing club members and those interested in joining the club to attend. We had planned to have elections this fall, however, with the passing of our founding president and a resignation of another member we only have three officers. We plan to solicit nominations from the floor at the meeting and vote in December. If anyone has nominations or questions, please feel free to contact Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552; Bill Peterson at 507-291-7106 or Pat Heinerikson at 816-810-2862. Thank you. - Deb DesLauriers-Eich Sent 2025-04-28: SCCE Fishing Association Raffle - Pat Heinerikson, Director, Area 1, accepts $400 checks from Bill Peterson, President SCCE Fishing Association to use for improvements/expenses for the billard and the fitness rooms. The donation was made possible from using proceeds from the fishing club raffle held earlier this year. Winners from the raffle were as third prize, dining and pet grooming gift certificates, Larry Jeneson. Tony graciously donated the fishing trip back to the club which allowed us to provide a larger donation to SEPO. Thank you to all to participated and supported the raffle. From Facebook (Deb Eich) Sent 2025-01-28: Fishing Guides - The Fishing Club has put together a "fishing guides" list based on our experiences. You can view it HERE . - Deb DesLauriers-Eich, Fishing Club Secretary Back to Top *************** Garden Club (Sunshine) Sent 2026-04-01: Garden Club: PICTURES - Spring Cleanup - Thank you for helping clean up Texas Ave Gardens. The gazebo should be beautiful for Easter Service. Thank you, Lori and Blaine, Jerry, Brenda, Chris, Sandy, and Dave and Pat. Please look at the pictures below of this effort. - Susanne Ulrich (Sunshine Garden Club) Sent 2026-03-29: PICTURES & THANKS, Front Of Office Renovation - I want to express my sincere gratitude and congratulate the many Sunshine Volunteer Friends & Neighbors who worked so diligently on the beautiful landscaping you now see in front and just to the left of the SEPO Office. All of this work was done on February 16, 19 & 20, 2026. I'm sure the entire community thanks you as well. - Susanne Ulrich (Sunshine Garden Club) BEFORE AFTER Beginning - Middle - End Sent 2026-02-08: REMINDER: Sunshine Garden Club Sunshine Garden Club Gentle Reminder of the "Healthy Lawns and Care" program on Monday, Feb 9th. (See Posters Below) Retzlaff Hall at 4:00 with Dean Minchillo zooming live from Dallas. Snacks will be provided. Thank you, - Susanne and Debbie Sent 2026-02-04: Sunshine Garden Club Sunshine Garden Club Save the date for "Healthy Lawns and Care" on Monday, February 9th. Several of our lawns have struggled since the March flood. Comments I have heard over the years: (2 seasons in the valley, Summer and Winter), (2 types of grass Green and Brown) and after a freeze (Get used to ugly till spring). All are welcome to come hear Dean Minchillo at 4:00 in Retzlaff Hall. Thank you, Susanne and Debbie - Susanne and Debbie S ent 2026-01-10: Reminder of Monday Meeting - Sunshine Garden Club Get Together Water Harvesting Monday, January 12th Retzlaff Hall at 4:00 Presentation “Use Rainwater Instead” with Priscilla Rosas, Texas Master Gardener From the Rio Grande to Lake Travis, from the Ogallala Aquifer to the Red River, Texas water supply is under duress. Due to new industry moving into our three-county area, this may have the potential to push water supplies to the brink (from Texas Tribune 2025/09/11). Please join us to learn how to capture rain using Water Harvesting techniques. See you Monday, - Debbie Gossman and Susanne Ulrich Sent 2025-12-07: Garden Club Presentation on Monday - Sunshine Garden Club Reminder We welcome all to come to the Rose Presentation on Monday, December 8th, at 4:00 in Retzlaff Hall. Not only roses, but plant care in general. Bring your questions and concerns. Please see the attached flyer for additional info. Door Prize, sweet snacks, and beverages. We will have a table of donated plants consisting of cuttings, bulbs, etc. Feel free to bring any excess you may have to share. See you Monday, - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2025-11-14: Garden Club: Thank You - 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. See pictures of the great work everyone did HERE . - Beth Parrish (for Susanne) Sent 2025-11-09: REMINDER: Garden cleanup Monday - Hello everyone, Friendly reminder of a Community Garden Cleanup Morning. Sponsored by the Garden Club and Birding and Nature Club . The temps will be perfect. If you can make it, we sure appreciate the help and the groups appreciate you. Monday, November 10th Time: 10:00 Place: Meet at Texas Avenue Gazebo After Party Rootbeer Floats This will be the November outdoor event for the Garden Club. - Susanne Ulrich Newsletter 2025-10: BIRDING AND NATURE CLUB/GARDEN CLUB EVENT - Birding and Nature Club and Garden Club are joining together for a Garden Cleanup Day and Root Beer Floats. Come join us: November 10th at 10:00 am. We will gather at the Gazebo for a fun filled weeding event. We want to thank all the Sunshine Summer Volunteers and now Winter Volunteers for keeping the gardens in good shape. Thank you so much. - Tom Stone, Birding and Nature / Susanne Ulrich, Garden Club Back to Top *************** Neighborhood Watch Email sent 2026-03-18: NW: Fundraiser - Save the DATE !!! Signup will be in the library March 18 through March 25. Help support your Neighborhood Watch. - Mary Grandy (from Facebook on March 11) Email sent 2026-03-18: NW: Fundraiser - Save the DATE !!! Signup will be in the library March 18 through March 25. Help support your Neighborhood Watch. - Mary Grandy (from Facebook on March 11) Newsletter 2025-10: Reminders - As you are packing to return South, please, remember to pack your old prescription eyeglasses. The Rotary Club recycles them and passes them along to those in need. They want the glasses, not the cases. You can place the eyeglasses in the Rotary box located in the library along the south wall. Since the flood last spring, many of you are driving different vehicles. Please, contact Valerie in the office or me, Jean Burgoine, if you need a Sunshine sticker for your rear windshield. This little sticker identifies your vehicle as belonging in the Sunshine community. This makes it easier for the people on Neighborhood Watch. Several years ago, my car broke down on the expressway. A passing driver from Sunshine noticed my sticker and came to help me. That little sticker does a lot of good. - Jean Burgoine, Neighborhood Watch Back to Top *************** Quilters (Killer Bees) (Meeting Info, Pictures and other items of interest can be found HERE .) Newsletter 2025-10: Thursday Morning Quilting Club - The Killer Bees, Thursday morning quilters will have their first meeting of this season at 9AM on October 2nd. Our first project will be to make pillowcases for the kids at one of the elementary schools in town. A project in association with our Women's Club. Come and check us out! We're NOT your Grandmother's quilting group! Other projects through the season are a fabric woven basket, hexagon placemats, a casserole cozie, and a few days to gather and sew on your own projects. Call or text me with any questions... - Jan Baethke, (956) 357-2218 Back to Top *************** Rock Painting Club ONGOING THROUGHOUT EACH YEAR (Meeting Info, Pictures and other items of interest can be found HERE .) Back to Top *************** Woodworkers Sent 2026-01-17: DON'T FORGET THIS TUESDAY THE WOODWORKERS SPAGHETTI DINNER 4:30 to 6PM - COMPLETE WOODWORKERS SPAGHETTI DINNER 4:30 TO 6 PM TUESDAY JAN 20TH Thanks to all who bought tickets for this dinner. It is sold out. When you enter the hall please pick up your salad and dessert from the tables. Have a seat and select garlic or non-garlic bread on the ticket and raise your hand with the ticket. A woodworker server will pick up your ticket and serve your food and drinks. Relax and enjoy your meal. Please do not lean chairs to save seats. We need clear aisles for serving. Carry-outs and delivery are available. Thank you for supporting the SEPO woodshop. Questions: Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 Sent 2026-01-04: WOODWORKERS SPAGHETTI TICKETS ARE ON SALE - WOODWORKERS SPAGHETTI TICKETS ON SALE No tickets will be sold at the door. Check with a woodworker to purchase your tickets. Cost: $12 All proceeds support the SEPO Woodshop. Dinner will be held Tuesday Jan 20th 4:30 pm to 6 pm in Retzlaff Hall . The meal consists of homemade Spaghetti, meat sauce, garlic or non- garlic bread, tossed salad w/dressing, and homemade dessert of your choice. Coffee, iced tea, lemonade and water will also be provided. The meal is served to you at your table, by some of your friendly woodworker volunteers. If you choose, you can have your meal delivered to your home or come to the hall and ask for a take-out. Any questions, please call: - Cathy Chajec Sent 2026-01-12: Woodshop Orientation Class - COMPLETE There will be a Woodshop Orientation Class on Thursday, January 1th at 5 pm in the woodshop. A one time attendance is a requirement for use of the woodshop . The shop will be closed during the class. All residents are invited to attend. No signup is necessary. Any questions call John Chajec at 708-280-8940 Sent 2025-12-15: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday December 17th 5 pm - COMPLETE WoodShop Orientation Class Wednesday Dec 17th 5 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 Sent 2025-10-26:Wood Shop Orientation Class Tuesday Oct 28th 5 pm - COMPLETE There will be a Woodshop Orientation Class on Tuesday Oct 28th 5 pm in the wood shop. A one time attendance is a requirement for use of the wood shop. The shop will be closed during the class. All residents/renters are invited to attend. No signup is necessary. Any questions call John Chajec at 708-280-8940 Back to Top

SEPO Key Checkout/Checkin Click here for Request Form Click here for Request Process Click here for Request Process SEPO Key Checkout/Checkin Process (Apr 11, 2022) - View/Print Checkout Process HERE - Please note - Retzlaff Hall is available for use by Sunshine residents/renters and it is not 'owned/managed' by any SEPO Club or Committee. The following is being provided to the Sunshine community in order: to clear up any misunderstanding and/or for anyone who - may not be familiar with or has forgotten about the 'key checkout & checkin' process when you are hosting/chairing an event in Retzlaff Hall. This pertains to Retzlaff Hall Kitchen Doors, the Supply Closets and the big Freezer in the Storage Room. These areas must remain locked at all times when not in use. You must sign out the key(s) you need from the SEPO Office. All keys must be returned either immediately when you leave the hall or the day following completion of your event. In the event you require emergency entrance to any of the affected areas, and the SEPO Office is closed, please contact the SEPO Board Director in charge of Retzlaff Hall. Exceptions to the 'immediate' return of keys are: If you require in and out access for multiple days during setup of your event, the person who signed out the keys will be in charge of them during the entire time period of setup and the actual event. If you have an event on a weekend, you may keep the key(s) until the Office reopens. A checkout / checkin form is now available in the Office and below. One final item: Do not duplicate any of these SEPO keys. If you have a duplicate of any of them in your possession at this time, you are requested to turn them in to the Office. We thank you in advance for being respectful of and adhering to the above. SEPO Board SEPO Key Checkout Form (Apr 11, 2022) - View/P rint Form HERE - Click here for Request Form Back to Top

Storage Room / Shed From Newsletter: 2025-10 - As the Women’s Club prepares for another active season, we eagerly anticipate our members’ return and their continued involvement in our upcoming events. It looks to be another amazing season! For all those serving as chair, co-chair, or assisting with any occasion (including holiday dinners and special celebrations) it is important to review the following storage room and shed procedures. The Women’s Club utilizes a storage room located in Retz Hall, as well as two sheds situated within the fenced storage lot. The storage room is a shared space, accommodating the needs of The Rock Club, Quilters, Thursday Night Potluck and also providing shelving for the Men’s and Women’s Golf groups. Each area within the room is clearly marked to ensure easy identification and organization. Last year, our primary objectives focused on improving organization within our storage spaces. This included sorting and labeling items to create a more systematic arrangement. Whenever possible, items were packed away in clear totes to enhance visibility and accessibility. Additionally, efforts were made to eliminate the use of cardboard boxes to further streamline storage and eliminate the bug problem that they often brought. This year, the main objectives will be to complete a high-level inventory that will allow us to monitor what is available, preventing unnecessary purchases, and ensuring that resources are used efficiently. Secondly, we plan to review and remove items that are unlikely to be utilized by the Women’s Club. By streamlining our inventory and freeing up valuable space, we will improve organization and make future activities run more smoothly. If you need help locating specific items or verifying whether an item is available to support your event, please let me know – I’m always happy to assist. This will ensure that you can efficiently find what you need and make the most of our club’s resources. Maintaining order in these spaces involves returning, repacking, and storing items in a manner that they can be reused in the future. Stay tuned for next month’s newsletter. It will contain important detail pertaining to our two storage sheds. Liz Deitrick, Storage Chairperson 512-304-5405 ekdeitrick@gmail.com Back to Top

Clubs & Committees (Winter 2020-2021) Additional Details Due to Covid-19 Restrictions most Club & Committee non-recurring Activities were Cancelled this season. UPCOMING Birding and Nature Club Outing (Apr 5, 2021) Sent 2021-04-02: REMINDER: Monday Birding Trip to Estero Llano State Park in Weslaco - Just a quick reminder of the Birding and Nature Club outing to Estero Llano SP in Weslaco on Monday. In the past we have been able to eat a lunch on the covered deck overlooking the wetlands. However, because of COVID-19, all the tables have been removed from the deck. My wife and I are planning on eating lunch at Nana’s, a Mexican Restaurant about a half mile north of the park on rte 1015. All are welcome to join us. We will depart for the park promptly at 8:30 am from in front of our office/library area. Questions? Call Ralph Peterson @ 607-590-0606. Ralph Peterson Sent 2021-03-15: Birding and Nature Club Outing - The SCCE Birding and Nature Club has scheduled its annual Spring outing on Monday, April 5th to Estero Llano Grande state park in Weslaco. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the park will not offer any guided tours and no shuttle carts. All tours will be self guided. Masks will be required as well as social distancing. The cost for park entrance is $5.00 per person unless you have a park pass. The park features a variety of habitats for birds and wildlife to include a beautiful covered deck overlooking a very active pond scene. A variety of birds to be seen at the park include the rare Elegant Trogan, Pauraque, Crimson-collared Grosbeak, Audubon’s Oriole and the usual south Texas specialties. For those that desire to eat lunch at the park, it is a bring your own. The deck offers very relaxing spot to eat and chat. For those caravaning over, we will meet at the parking area outside our library at 8:15am and depart for the park promptly at 8:30. To sign up for the trip or for questions about the trip contact Ralph Peterson at 607-590-0606 or email at ralphpete@frontier.com . COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Mar 29, 2021) Sent 2021-03-25: Wood Shop Orientation Class Monday March 29th 4:30 pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Monday March 29th 4:30 pm in the wood shop. This will be the last class for the season. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to Covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Neighborhood Watch: Virtual Finger Lickin' Chicken Fund Raiser (Jan 1-31, 2021) Sent 2021-01-24: NW: Alternative to Finger Lickin' Chicken Fund Raiser - At Beth Parrish's suggestion, here is a reminder of your opportunity to help with our Neighborhood Watch program. Currently we are having a Neighborhood Watch fundraiser. It is a virtual Finger Lickin’ Chicken dinner. Back in the old days, before COVID-19, our Firefighters would come out to SCCE at o’dark:30 and stoke the mesquite and coals for a scrupdelicious dinner. Volunteers provided the fixin’s. But – new times and COVID-19 Commandments prevail. So, as an alternative for a donation - In the Library there is a supply of designated envelopes and a lock box in which to $how your $upport. You can please make your check payable to Neighborhood Watch. This opportunity will end 31 January and I hope you will take advantage to support us. Thanks. Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 27, 2021) Sent 2021-01-24: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 27th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 20, 2021) Sent 2021-01-18: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 20th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid-19 restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Jan 13, 2021) Sent 2021-01-11: JAN 13TH WOODSHOP CLASS FILLED - The Jan 13th Woodshop class has met the Covid-19 maximum attendance. Next class will be based on interest. Contact me to be on a future list. John Chajec 708-280-8940 Sent 2021-01-10: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Jan 13th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Sunshine Birding and Nature Group: Christmas Bird Count (Jan 2, 2021) Sent 2020-12-20: Christmas Bird Count - Anyone interested in participating in the Christmas Bird Count, please, meet at the gazebo this Wednesday (Dec. 23) at 1 p.m. We will formalize plans for the Bird Count which will take place on Saturday, Jan. 2nd. You do not need to be able to identify the birds. Volunteers are needed to spot the birds, count the birds, record the results, and identify the birds. An expert will be assigned to each group to identify the birds. Please, wear your mask and socially distance while in the gazebo. The event is coordinated by the Sunshine Birding and Nature Group. Jean Burgoine COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Dec 30, 2020) Sent 2020-12-27: Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Dec 30th 5:00pm - Wood Shop Orientation Class Wednesday Dec 30th 5:00 pm in the wood shop. This class is a requirement for using the wood shop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Limited class size due to covid restrictions. Face Masks required. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Oct 28, 2020) Sent 2020-10-24: Woodshop Orientation C lass on Wednesday, October 28th at 5 pm - There will be a Woodshop Orientation Class on Wednesday, Oct 28th at 5 pm in the wood shop. 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. Limited attendance due to Covid-19 restrictions. Call John Chajec at 708-280-8940 to register. COMPLETE Woodshop: Orientation Class (Oct 8, 2020) Sent 2020-10-02: Woodshop Orientation Class - Any new resident wishing to take the Woodshop orientation class contact JOHN CHAJEC at 708-280-8940. Class will be next Thursday, Oct 8th at 4 PM in the Woodshop. Class will be limited to six people. Reserve your spot. Wear your mask. John Chajec Back to Top

Activities: Day/Week/Month (2021-2022) Additional Details SUN 4 - 6 pm (time adjusts as seasons chg) , Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Contact: Donna Meyers (or just Show Up) Time/Location: (starting Nov 7 we will start play at 4:00 PM) 3:45 pm, Meet in front of Sunburst Building to pick teams. 4:00 pm, play starts on Sunshine Golf Course. Teams picked by drawing cards. It is Scramble play for Fun & Exercise - no money or prizes. All skill levels welcome. Final scores are compared at the end if anyone hangs around . UPDATE: Sent via SEPO E-news on 2021-10-29: O'Clockers Golf - Our evening golf scramble will change times starting Sunday, November 7th. We will be playing at 4:00 due to end of daylight savings time. Meet beside the shuffleboard courts at 3:45 for team and hole assignments. All are welcome to join the fun. No charge, just a good time. Open to all levels of golfers. Have added several beginners this summer and they are having a ball. So come one, come all. Donna Myers (CANCELLED) 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Music/Dance (Winter: Weekly / Retzlaff) Contact: Roy Ridlon Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: Nov 14, 2021 thru Dec 19, 2021 Music - by Roy Ridlon Classic Country Music for listening/dancing. Special guests will join the band throughout the season. This is NOT a Jam Session. Intermission - by Women's Club Coffee will be available for Free throughout the evening. Ice Cream Bars will be available during the Band's intermission for $1.00. MON 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Contact: Vic Hillman Location: Tennis Courts Details: Furnish your own equipment Rotate foursomes, no teams Lots of skill levels, no problem Lots of fun. Not to serious. Come watch us. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Contact: Lenore Combs Location: Pool Details: Everyone Welcome. Play Music CDs that contain the Workout Instructions. 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Contact: Cathy Chajec Location: Pool Details: Everyone Welcome. Play Music CDs that contain the Workout Instructions. 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Contact: Vic Hilman or Pat Harvey Location: Woodshop Details: Hours: Normal (Winter Seasons) - Woodshop is open for use (as long as a 'monitor' is available) Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am to noon AND 1 to 4 pm. Summers - The woodshop will continue to operate on the days when a monitor is present. As we come nearer to the summer season, two woodworkers will make themselves available on specific days of the week. Vic Hillman will serve as monitor every Tuesday from 9 am until noon. Pat Harvey will serve as monitor every Friday from 9 am until noon. In fairness to the Monitors, if there is little activity, they may close early, so if you wait until 5 minutes before closing time you may be disappointed. If you have a crisis need, you can contact any Monitor to find a time other than the above. Enjoy the summer. No fee (most HOAs, RV resorts charge a fee). Shop is open to members year around. Shop is a 40' by 60' building. Woodworking building holds the latest and some of the best woodworking tools around. The lathes are used often. Members can work with power equipment after attending a Safety and Information class. 10 am - Noon, Line Dancing: Intermediate (Weekly / Retzlaff) Contact/Instructor: Donna Myers Location: Retzlaff Hall Music: Dance to all kinds (Country, Rock 'N Roll, Tango, Mambo, Big Band etc.) Other Details: Most dances are beginner or intermediate. Class moves fast. Dancers are experienced. Would be too hard for ultra beginners. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 4 pm, Cards: Party Bridge (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Trudy Weitzel Location: Card Room Details: No partner or signup needed. Your skill level doesn't matter. We will teach you. Just bring five nickels and have FUN!!! 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Cards: Euchre (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: John Chajec Location: Card room TUE 8 - 11 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) Contact: Marlene Hall (or just Show Up) Location: Tennis Courts (Pickleball nets are put up in place of the Tennis nets.) Details: All skill levels of players are invited to come out and enjoy the Fun and get some Exercise. We do have two Pickleball Courts (set up on the Tennis Court) which accommodate four players on each court at a time. Whoever arrives first usually starts the process of setting up the net. As more people arrive we assess the need for another net to go up. Some like to play continuous and some like to take a rest between games. Wind: We have had some pretty windy days when we choose not to play. In the fall, we need volunteers to put up the “wind” screen that will help block a lot of that wind hazard. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions. 8:15 am & 10 am: till noon (course closed to all - other than Men's Golf League - 8 AM until noon) Men's Golf League: Two Separate Tee Times (Winter : Weekly / Golf Course) AND 9 - 11 am (course closed to all - other than Men's Golf League - 9 AM until 11 AM) Men's Golf League: Only One T ee Time (Summer : Weekly / Golf Course) Contact: Rocky Lockwood or Matt Lyne Location: Sunshine Golf Course. Come to Retzlaff Hall prior to starting play. Cost: Dues - Yearly: $20 Weekly Play: $1 Hole-In-One Money Cache: $2 puts you in the running. Signup: If you plan to golf on Tuesday you need to have your name on the signup sheet by noon Monday. The sheet is located on the Men's Golf League bulletin board in the Library. Teams are formed according to who is playing at what time. 9 - noon, Woodshop open (Summer & Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Contact: Bob Auclair (or just Show Up) Location: Pool Room Everyone welcome to play. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Heidi Dill Location: Card Room Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 4:00 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 9 pm, Cards: Men's Poker (Winter: Tue & Thu / Card Room ) Contact: Jack Baethke Location: Card Room WED 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Refer to Monday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions. 9 - noon, Woodshop open (Winter: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 9:00 - Noon (course closed to all - other than Women's Golf League - until Noon) Ladies' Summer Golf Tee time (Summer (Apr - Oct): Weekly / Golf Course) NOTE: Summer Women's Golf starts first Wed in Apr and ends last Wed in Oct. Contact: Donna Myers Location: Sunshine Golf Course Be at the Library at 8:30 am for hole assignment and announcements. Play begins at 9 am. Cost: None More Details: Play is open to all property owners and renters, no matter what skill level. 9:00 - Noon, (course closed to all - other than Wom en's Golf League - until Noon ) Ladies' Winter Golf League Tee time (Winter (Nov - Mar): Weekly / Golf Course) NOTE: Winter Women's Golf League starts first Wed in Nov and ends last Wed in Mar. Contact: Terry DeBackere Location: Sunshine Golf Course Be at the Pool Pavilion at 8:45 am for hole assignment and announcements. Play begins at 9 am. Cost: $25 More Details: Membership is open to all property owners and renters, no matter what skill level. Fun special events are being planned. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 4 pm, Cards & Board Games (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Bev McIntosh Location: Card Room Details: We play various types of Cards and Board Games - Whatever you are in the mood for. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 7 - 9 pm, Cards: Pinochle (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Bev Jamison Location: Card Room THU 8 - 11 am, Pickleball ( All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions . 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 9 am - noonish; sometimes we sew until 3 pm, Quilters: Killer Bees (Winter: October to April / Weekly / Retzlaff Hall ) Contact: Jan Baethke Location: Retzlaff Hall Details - Meetings/Schedule: Meetings consist of every week briefly going over what is on our schedule. The schedule changes every year depending on what projects the members want to do/learn. The schedule is usually created in April and covers the next Nov through Apr. The days that we have a class/project scheduled we do bring our machines to the hall and sew after the meeting and our "Show and Tell", until about 3 pm. Of the 80-90 ladies throughout the RGV that come each Thursday, October - April, usually 15-20 will stay and sew. Our yearly retreat is to The Retreat House in Rockport (Quilting/Scrapbooking/The Retreat House) . We were booked thru 2024 for our stay; usually in Nov or Dec. Details - When Covid-19 restrictions were in place: Continuing with the “new normal”, the Killer Bees (a quilting group that isn’t like your grandmother’s quilting group) are still meeting via ZOOM each Thursday morning at 9 AM. If you'd like to "ZOOM" with us at 9 AM most Thursdays, let Jan Baethke ( janb5099@yahoo.com ) know and she'll email you the link. Our ZOOM meetings cover conversations about what's happening with the Covid-19 issue, and some “Show and Tell” of what we've sewn in the past week. Sometimes we'll have a quilt-related demo. I AM getting our new schedule together...with fingers crossed that we WILL be meeting in person at Retzlaff Hall next Fall, Thursday mornings at 9 AM. Here's a few of our activities for next winter: A No Sew Star Tree Ornament; Making fabric from your fabric scraps called Mile-A-Minute; a chopped fabric landscape; always a fun Mystery Quilt project; and maybe something with Jelly-Rolls!! You just have to come and see what that we do with Jelly-Rolls!! Hope to "see" you Thursday mornings. If you have any questions, call or text 956-357-2218 (Be sure to let me know in a text who you are). Our group...The Killer Bees...is very informal. 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library: unless ACC is meeting there ) Contact: Sue Swidryk Location: Library (unless ACC is meeting there) Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Cards: Hand and Foot (Winter: Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Karen Baase Location: Card Room Details: Open to all ladies who wish to play. Partner helpful but not required. If too many show up, some offer to go home. We also call ladies if we need more players. If you have never played, experienced players are always willing to teach you. You can bring a snack, but don't have to every time. Coffee is available. Hand and Foot is an easy game to learn and doesn't take much concentration, so it's easy to visit with each other. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 4 - 6 pm, Happy Hour & Potluck (All year: weekly / Retzlaff Hall) Contact: Cathy Richmond or Dee Novak Location: Retzlaff Hall Details: Everyone is welcome. Please bring a dish to share. We provide coffee, iced tea, plates, utensils, and napkins, but you can bring your own drinks and eating utensils if you'd like. 4:30 - 10 pm, Happy Hour (All Year: weekly / Pavilion) Contact: Just Show Up Location: Pavilion Details: Propane heaters (2 of them) are available if the weather gets on the chilly side. This event is NOT a potluck. B ring "finger food" to share if you plan to partake yourself. BYOB If you don't want to eat and/or drink, just come and join in the fun. We have a blast. 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Stained Glass (Winter: weekly / Woodshop) Contact: Cathy Chajec (708-280-8910) Start Date: Jan 9, 2020 Location: Woodshop Details: Starts Jan 6, 2022 Never worked with stained glass, this is your opportunity to expand your knowledge. The class is open to all residents, so the following disclaimer must be understood by all: Everyone attending the stained glass class by their presence, acknowledges potential exposure to Covid-19. Each person is responsible for his/her own choice as it relates to attending this class. We will be working in fairly close proximity to one another, so if you feel the need to wear a mask, please do so. If you are not feeling well, please stay home. Thank you for your understanding in these difficult times. 6:30 - 9 pm, Cards: Men's Poker (Winter: Tue & Thu / Card Room ) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details. FRI 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) Refer to Monday info above for additional details. 8:30 - 9:30 am, Water Aerobics: First Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Second Session (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) Refer to Monday info above for additional details for both sessions . 9 am - noon, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 10 - 11:30 am, Women's Bible Study (Winter / Card Room) Contact: Val Hertel Dates: Jan 22, 2022 thru Mar 22, 2022) Location: Card Room Other Details: Everyone is welcome. We study Books of the Bible. 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (All Year: When Monitor is Onsite / Woodshop) Refer to Monday (9 AM) info above for additional details. 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 1 - 3 pm, Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library: unless ACC is meeting there ) Contact: Sue Swidryk Location: Library (unless ACC is meeting there) Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 7 - 9 pm, Cards: Friday Night (Weekly / Card Room) Contact: Mecca Henry Location: Card Room Details: Arrive by 6:45 pm . Play starts at 7 pm. No partner required. Join us for a fun and enjoyable night out with friends who love to play cards. We are open to playing multiple types of card games. SAT 9 am, Golf Scramble (Winter: Weekly / Golf Course) Contact: The Clarks. There is not an existing committee or formal leader. These scrambles are conducted by volunteers among the players. Details: All skill levels are welcome and teams are balanced by handicap, as well as possible. Early sign-up helps. Sign up in Library by noon Friday. The cost is $1 and should be deposited in the Saturday Box in the lounge. 10 am, Cards: Duplicate Bridge (Winter: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall ) Contact: Jean Burgoine 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (Winter: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) Refer to Tuesday info above for additional details 4 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) Refer to Sunday info above for additional details. 6:30 - 8:30 pm , Game - Mahjong (Winter: Weekly / Library ) Contact: Heidi Dill Location: Library Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. 7 - 9 pm , Cards - Jokers & Pegs (Winter Starting 01-08-22: Weekly / Card Room ) Contact: Mecca Henry Location: Card Room Participants: Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Newbies welcome to come learn the game. Back to Top

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

Activities (2024 Summer) COMPLETE Additional Details Go To ONGOING Clipping Pet's Nails (COMPLETE Summer 2024) Hibachi Party (2024-09-17) Private Events (COMPLETE Summer 2024) Garage Sale (2024-09-07) Karaoke (2024-09-06) Summer Potluck (2024-08-20) Summer Potluck (2024-07-22) Summer Potluck (2024-06-25) Memorial Day (2024-05-27) *************** Calling All Dogs and Cats Too COMPLETE Sent 2024-09-09: Calling All Dogs and Cats - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay contacted me and will be getting back on schedule. She is coming to the Estates on Thursday, September 12th, 2024, to take care of your pet's nails. Sandra will be starting appointments at 12 noon. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text or call 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 Calling All Dogs and Cats Too COMPLETE Sent 2024-08-18: Calling All Dogs and Cats - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay is having a busy month. If you need to have your pet's nails clipped, call or text her to set up an appointment, and she will come on an individual basis. She'll get back on a regular schedule in a month or two. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Thanks, Marian Young, 719-468-4556 Calling All Dogs and Cats Too (2024-06-03) COMPLETE Sent 2024-05-31: Calling All Dogs and Cats - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Monday, June 3rd, 2024, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at noon. 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 Calling All Dogs and Cats Too (2024-04-06) COMPLETE Sent 2024-04-01: Calling All Dogs and Cats Too - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 11:30 a.m. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text Sandra and she will schedule your appointment. Sandra's number is 956-226-9919. Sandra will come to your home. Thanks, - Marian Young, 719-468-4556 Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Hibachi Party (2024-09-17) Sent 2024-09-02: Hibachi Dinner Update - The Hibachi Dinner is now sold out! Thanks to everyone who signed up! It should be a fun time!!! - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-09-01: Hibachi Party - As promised, We will have a high end Hibachi dinner here on Tuesday, September 17 at 5 PM. I understand this isn’t for everyone and it is just an experiment at this time. The Hibachi Chef can only accommodate up to 25 people for this event. A signup sheet will be in the Library later this week. If you’re interested, please sign up and I will share more details with you. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Thank you! Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Private Events Sep 8, 2024 / 2PM to 4PM / Retzlaff Hall COMPLETE Jun 1, 2024 / 4PM to 9PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 5:30PM to 8PM) COMPLETE July 6, 2024 / 4:30PM to 10PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 6PM to 9 PM) COMPLETE Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Garage Sale (2024-09-07) Sent 2024-09-05: Garage Sale September 7th - GARAGE SALE Saturday September 7th ONLY 8:00 am to 2 pm 4116 N Minnesota St We will have the sale both inside and outside. Come and browse through items in the garage then go inside for some air conditioning and even more items and clothes! Please be considerate of your neighbors and do not block traffic on the street. See you there! - Sandy McAfee Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Karaoke (2024-09-06) SEPO Facebook Karaoke Pics - If you didn't see the Karaoke Potluck pics on Facebook (or even if you did) some of them are posted on the Sunshine website HERE . Sent 2024-09-05: REMINDER - Karaoke - Karaoke is Friday (tomorrow) at 5pm (doors open at 4:30). You don’t have to sing, dance, drink, or eat. We just want you stop by and check it out. If you WANT to do any or all of those things, you will absolutely have that opportunity. It’s a good chance to get out of the house for a little bit and enjoy some entertainment (it is entertaining). - Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-09-01: Karaoke - It’s been a while since we’ve had karaoke party, so let’s get together and sing and dance on Friday, September 6. As a reminder, you don’t have to sing, but we’d love to have you come support those that do. Doors will open at 4:30 and we’ll start singing at 5pm. If you want to bring a snack, feel free to do so, but it is absolutely not necessary. It’s about singing and not eating. We’ll probably go for a couple of hours, so if you’ve never checked it out, stick your head in and see what’s happening. I think you’ll have a good time. Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Summer Potluck (August 20, 2024) SEPO Facebook Potluck Pics - If you didn't see the Potluck pics on Facebook (or even if you did) some of them are posted on the Sunshine website HERE . SEPO Facebook 2024-08-19 : Summer Potluck, Tuesday, August 20 - Looking forward to tomorrow’s potluck with our special musical guests, Edith and Diego. I might even do some line dancing…during the potluck. It’s a new move where I cut in line. I hope I call your table first! Doors open at 4pm, eat at 4:30 and music will start at 5. See you there. Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-08-13: REMINDER, Summer Potluck, Tuesday, August 20 - One week from today!!! We will have our monthly summer potluck! The doors will open at 4PM, we will eat at 4:30PM and Diego And Edith will perform for us at 5! This is entirely free except we will have a pass the hat for the artist. We are looking forward to seeing you!! Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-08-03: Summer Potluck, Tuesday, August 20 - Howdy neighbors! This month’s summer potluck will be held on Tuesday, August 20th! Doors will open at 4PM, we will eat at 4:30. We are happy to announce that Diego and Edith will perform for us at 5PM! This event is completely free; however, we will have a pass the hat for the artist. - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Summer Potluck (July 22, 2024) Update 2024-07-27: See some of the great pics from this event HERE . Sent 2024-07-21: Summer Community Potluck (July 22, 2024): Reminder & Info - We are excited about another community potluck, Monday (7/22). It's a chance to eat some great food and catch up with friends. Also, local entertainer (Curt James) will be performing. Doors open at 4, eat at 4:30, and Curt at 5. There’ll be plenty of dancing and remember, the event is free; however, the only money Curt will get is from tips, so please bring a couple of bucks. Many folks in our community go offsite to see musicians. This is a chance where they come us. We're looking forward to seeing everyone there. Sincerely, Pam Davis SEPO Facebook: Summer Community Potluck (July 22, 2024): Reminder & Info - One week from today!!! We will have our next monthly summer potluck. Monday, July 22nd the doors will open at 4PM. We will start eating at 4:30 and we are excited that Curt James will perform for us at 5. The event is free; however, we will be having a pass the hat for the artist. Looking forward to seeing everyone! - Pam Davis Sent 2024-07-09: Summer Potluck, Monday, July 22 - With the hurricane weather well behind us, we are excited to announce our next community summer potluck is scheduled for Monday, July 22nd! Doors open at 4PM, we will eat at 4:30PM and we are happy to announce that Curt James will perform for us at 5PM! The event is free but we will have a pass the hat for the artist! We hope to see you there! Sincerely, - Pam Davis Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Summer Community Potluck (June 25, 20 24 ) Sent 2024-06-23: REMINDER & INFO: Summer Community Potluck - I saw the following 'Reminder & Info' on the SEPO Facebook page and thought it was definitely SEPO Email material as well. Hope all of you still in Sunshine this week ENJOY! NOTE: I'm just the conduit of this info. Please contact Pam Davis if you have questions, etc. Thx Beth Parrish, SEPO Email Mgr Email: sepoenews@sunshinecountryclub.com 314-960-6710 Our first summer community potluck is happening th is week on June 25!!! Doors open at 4PM. We start eating at 4:30 and this talented guy (see below) plays at 5!!! The event is free but we will have a pass the hat for the artist. Come join the FUN!!! - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) I'm excited about the community potluck on Tuesday (6/25). It's a chance to eat some great food and see who has the best rain story. Then, when we're tired of talking about the weather, a great local musician (Steven May) will entertain us. Doors open at 4, eat a 4:30, and Steven at 5. Also, the only money he will get is from tips, so bring a couple of bucks. Many folks in our community go offsite to see musicians. I've heard from a few people that they are happy my wife, Pam, has put this together. We're looking forward to seeing everyone there. - Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-06-04: REMINDER: Summer Community Potluck - Just a reminder of our summer monthly potluck later this month, Tuesday, June 25th! Doors open at 4PM, dinner starts at 4:30PM, and Steven May will perform at 5PM. This event is free, but we'll have a hat pass for the artist. Contact me with any questions or concerns. Thank you! - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Women's Club President Sent 2024-04-24: Summer Community Potluck - Hi neighbors! We have arranged to have the first summer community potluck scheduled for Tuesday, June 25th. Doors will open at 4PM, eating will begin at 4:30PM and we are happy to announce that Stephen May will be preforming at 5PM! Please stay tuned for more details. - Pam Davis, Women's Club President Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Memoria l Day 2024 (May 27, 20 24 ) Sent 2024-05-31: Memorial Day Salute - Dear Friends, A special THANKS to all in supporting Sunshine's Memorial Day Tribute and Potluck - from the forming of ideas to the setup and the cleanup and the Program. Retz Hall was patriotically decorated including photos of special family and friends who had served in times past. How grateful are we to have known their acquaintance. BTW - our patriotic wall (see the Sunshine Website HERE has a book of photos of our past Veterans. And do you know you are invited to submit a photo to Jim Tennant regarding your Military Service. We would be proud to have past and present residents on display. Check it out! Thanks to Pam and her help as the Potluck was spectacular as always with a grand selection of food to eat. The decorations were nicely done and provided a patriotic experience. And a round of applause for our friends who opened the program, sang and signed our National Anthem, gave the Invocation, presented our past Heroes with a Veterans Wreath, and whose few words recalled the history and the sacrifices with gratitude and reflection on this special Day of Remembrance. We are so lucky to live here. God Bless America - Sincerely, Lenore & John Combs USAF Sent 2024-05-21: Final plans for Memorial Day at Sunshine - Dear Friends - MONDAY 27 May 2024 Memorial Day at SCCE 3PM You are most cordially invited to our Memorial Day program- We shall meet at the Flagpole by the Office at 2:45 pm sharp to begin our Memorial Day Tribute. Due to 100 degree weather, we will operate from Retz Hall after the Wreath Ceremony, 3pm Wreath Laying tribute -- begins at the Flagpole Please, I need 10 Flag Bearers (including 2 Guards w/ wooden rifles) John Combs will have a briefing at 2:30. Please signup on Bulletin Board in Library - if you wish to help. I need several volunteers who would like to read a few short explanations of the short program as it proceeds. Sign up please..... (I have scripts). 1. Wreath Laying ceremony _________ 2. Welcome, meaning of Memorial Day __________ 3. Vic is doing the Invocation - Vic Hillman 4. Meaning -- Missing Man Table __________ 5. Reading/Meaning - - Soldiers Cross __________ The readings are short - just a reminder of why we are here. - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2024-05-20: Memorial Day - Memorial Day is approaching. Just like we did last year, the bulletin board in Retzlaff Hall is decorated so that anyone who wants to, can put pictures, letters or any memorabilia of a loved one who has served or is serving on it for all to see. Please make sure you put your name on the back so we can get it returned to you. - Jill Ventrello & Pam Davis Sent 2024-05-13: Memorial Day Event: Few more details - From SEPO Facebook, by Pam Davis, a few days ago: Memorial Day meeting in the books! Monday the 27th at 2:30PM, please meet in front of the office for a wreath ceremony. We will then have a golf cart, parade to the gazebo. At that time, we will have a memorial day tribute. At 3:30 PM, the doors will open for the potluck. We will eat @ 4 PM. We would like volunteers to carry flags to represent each branch of the services. If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact Lenore Combs via telephone or email. -- Lenore J Combs, 956-245-1276 ljcombs44@gmail.com Sent 2024-05-10: Update for Memorial Day - Dear Friends - We had a brief meeting working meeting yesterday. Pam Davis and ?? are heading up the Potluck and seem to have it well under control. THANKS for their support. The program so far will include a Golf cart Parade around SCCE from the Office to the Gazebo - everyone invited!!!!! Please, if anyone wishes to have a part in this, I have made some examples for you to consider. All this is posted on the bulletin board in the Library. Please make a copy and leave the original. We will begin at the Flag Pole by the Office for a Wreath presentation Then Golf Cart Parade to the Gazebo Need two (2) volunteers to post the wreath Program: Presentation of the Colors, Posting of the Colors Invocation (a short prayer of Thanks for God's blessings) National Anthem Pledge of Allegiance What is Memorial Day and why we honor this day-- Flag Folding Ceremony -- Bell Honors- tolling of the bell saluting our Veteran's sacrifices God Bless the USA Help wanted: I Need eight (8) Flag Bearers and two (2) Centuries May we have some volunteers to do the Flag Folding piece We will have a practice - need four (4) volunteers Need two (2) volunteers to do the Bell Tolling One (1) reader for the eight (8) reasons and a bell ringer. (we have a Bell) The Soldiers Cross and the Veteran Remembrance Table will be on display. A Candle Of Honor for the Remembrance of our Fallen will be on the Remembrance Table. Dismiss - Potluck Once we return to the Hall, we will again post the Colors - have an Invocation prior to dinner and then eat and enjoy our celebration of this day. Everyone is invited to participate especially in an area of your special concern -- Invocation Flag Bearers When a Flag of your choosing Army or Air Force, etc. is to be posted in Retz Hall, you may walk with that Flag Bearer - representing your special Branch. John will be calling the Posting of the Colors. THANKS for the help so far and a special thanks for those who would like to take a part. -- Lenore J Combs 9956 245 1276 Sent 2024-05-06: Memorial Day - SCCE - Monday 27 May 2024 - Dear Friends, Could we meet on Wednesday 8 MAY at 11:30 am in the Library - to discuss a line up of our schedule - Everyone is welcome to sign up for a part in which you would like to do or help to do. Signup sheets are on the bulletin board in the Library. Pam and company have already planned the Potluck side of this. - Thanks to her team. Everyone invited. Everyone is invited for the Golf Cart Parade decorate if you like We will meet at the Office We will do a Wreath Ceremony at our Flag Pole. We will proceed to the Gazebo for the Memorial Day program. PROGRAM: (tentatively) Presentation of the Colors Invocation National Anthem Pledge of Allegiance What Is Memorial Day and why we honor this day Soldiers Cross (explained) Veterans Remembrance Table (explained) Bell Honors Patriotic songs Taps Potluck Thank you all for your assistance -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2024-04-19: Memorial Day 2024 - TO: SCCE Women’s Club, Jill and Sunshine community FROM: Lenore Combs 956 245 1276 RE: Memorial Day – Program and Potluck Dear Friends, SCCE plans for Memorial Day Holiday: Monday – 27 May 2024 * Realizing our program will be two-fold = the Program followed by a Potluck. John & I cannot look after both facets, so we will need Program help and a Potluck committee. Lenore will keep in constant communication. Everyone is cordially invited to assist & participate. In the past, our Sunshine Memorial Day Program generally included a Golf Cart Parade, a small quality Memorial Day presentation at the Gazebo, followed by a break so folks can get their dish and then return for the Potluck. Preceding the Potluck, there will be a marching Flag presentation into Retz Hall and the colors posted. Then we begin…... (Signup sheets in Library) I have plans for the street Golf Cart Parade and a patriotic program at the Gazebo. Hope that you can obtain help for the Potluck side, please. MEMORIAL DAY -- City of Harlingen – they will have a Candlelight Ceremony at Veterans Memorial at Pendleton Park on Thursday the 30th of May at 7:30 pm (1425 Morgan Blvd, Harlingen) The Public is invited. Lenore Combs Sent 2024-04-2119: Memorial Day 2024 - Mtg on Apr 21 - I had physically posted info about my upcoming meeting to start discussing plans for the Sunshine Memorial Day festivities. However, I am unable to meet at the original time. I have updated my postings and also asked that this email be sent to the community. The meeting will now take place @ 2 PM in the Library. - Lenore Combs Back to Top