Neighborhood Watch & CERT NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH DETAILS: Contact: Lenore Combs Meets: 3rd Monday of Month @ 3 PM in Retzlaff Hall Location: Retzlaff Hall Purpose: Security and safety are part of our daily lives albeit not necessarily convenient. The SCCE Neighborhood Watch is a volunteer program, and you are cordially invited to support it. There are no fees or dues - just asking for your time and talent for our projects. There is a complete description of our mission and projects posted on the NW bulletin board in the library. Patrols can always use volunteers. Goals & Objectives: To assist with development and support of our NW To promote public awareness and increase resident participation in crime prevention To contribute to crime prevention practice and build a stronger Sunshine community To promote community cohesion and increase confidence in local policing To act as a forum - coordinate resources and partner with local Law Enforcement Agencies The CERT Team - Community Emergency Response Team: Volunteers trained in accordance with the Harlingen Fire Department "to hold down the fort until professional help arrives". We formed after Hurricane Dolly in 2008. We hold our annual Disaster Preparedness meeting each April. Everyone invited. The volunteer Harlingen CERT Team meets monthly at Station 8. Many of us also are members in the Citizens Police Academy Alumni and meet with HPD monthly. Sgt. Michael Brooks and Officer Alicia Garcia are CPA liaisons and meet frequently with our NW. The NW - CERT Welcome Letter 2020-2021 edition is available HERE . ************************* NW Details All Neighborhood Watch/CERT information prior to Oct 1, 2022 can be found at the following Links. NW-CERT (Oct 2021 thru Sep 2022) NW-CERT (Oct 2020 thru Sep 2021) NW-CERT (Prev to Oct 2020) The below is in the process of being updated. Neighborhood Watch/CERT information from Oct 1, 2022 to present can be found below. Sent 2024-07-31: Neighborhood Watch Reminder - Dear Friends, I wish to thank Mary Grande and all of you for doing the NW detail. Mary shares the monthly calendar. Wish we had a few more volunteers - It's not fair that only a handful of residents are supporting this. Many homes are empty, I get that - but the more the merrier for the Bad Guys to take a chance. Having a NW go around with a blinking lite messes up the rationale for the Bad Guys - they don't know if we are here or not. If they knew how many homes were left - don't you think they would be planning a move????? Please think about doing a nite or so - you will be fully oriented. Sincere THANKS! Next Tuesday 6 August 6pm - 9pm (or so) The city of Harlingen will be holding its annual National Night Out Find us at 350 Fair Park Ave. Harlingen - at Lon C Hill Park --across diagonally from the Police Department. I will be assigned a spot for NW and have a hand-out.! WE (SCCE) will have a booth there to advertise to the city what a great National Night Out we have here and how much our residents appreciate it and how much "Bad Guys' come visiting much less - and it is all a thanks to you !. Please show up - bring your easy chair and sit a bit. There will be lots of refreshments so don't make dinner! We hope many other subdivisions and homes come looking for answers to their questions about Neighborhood Watch. I expect to have a give-away trifold brochure on NW. At the moment, it is under review by our HPD Friends (et al). (Ofr. Benny) HPD Imagine how much this program would help in their community!!!!!. Many residents are not able to brag about their NW but instead they cry when the Bad Guys visit their premises and "borrow their stuff". " The local Police and many other similar groups will be there. Be there or Be square. Honestly, hope to see you there - even for a bit of time! I will place a signup sheet in the SEPO Library. There will be some of our new CPA graduates present - hope you get to meet them and possibly consider taking this class. (Citizens Police Academy) Upon graduation you then can join our CPA Alumni. y Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Neighborhood Watch Coordinator for SCCE Citizens Police Academy Alumni Sent 2024-02-19: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH REMINDER - Don’t forget to attend the Neighborhood Watch Meeting today at 3:00 pm. in Retzlaff Hall. This wonderful organization needs and deserves all the support we can give. See you there! - Share Nelson, SEPO President Sent 2024-01-25: NW-CERT: Minutes, Jan 15, 2024 - Please take the time to read the minutes from our meeting on Jan 15, which can be found HERE . -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276, Coordinator Sunshine NW-CERT Team Sent 2024-01-23: Neighborhood Watch & 911/Ambulances - Neighborhood watch wanted to get this information out to people. Please watch this video (https://video.wixstatic.com/video/2851bf_aa3f9b3397fe47d29bb116d1a038ea78/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 ). Thanks - Rich Hulswit Sent 2024-01-15: Reminder NW-CERT meeting Monday, Jan 15, 2024 - The meeting will take place in Retzlaff Hall adjacent to the swimming pool. See the agenda HERE . - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276, Coordinator Sunshine NW-CERT Team Sent 2024-01-09: Neighborhood Watch - Dear NW Volunteers, benefit Helpers, Friends and Neighbors Well, we had an exciting event over the weekend and lost several chickens, but so far nobody has seen these Got-aways. 😁 For the beginning of our 2024 calendar year, as a reminder - back to business - our next NW-CERT meeting will be Monday - 15 January 2024 at 3pm in Retz Hall. Coffee and refreshments too! I expect it should also be a great opportunity to meet our Harlingen and Combes Police Officers. Perhaps you could consider joining our NW program - many hands make light work. You will be fully oriented. I want to sincerely thank those of you who have been so faithful in taking Patrol as it keeps the Bad Guys on their feet. Thanks to all who made our Finger Lickin' Chicken a success and we will get a facelift for the McGruffmobile from the proceeds - namely tires and some new style lighting. Your suggestions are welcome. The January and February schedules are out - thanks to Linda & Dick Jones. May you all have a safe, wonderful new year. Sincerely, -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator - Sunshine NW & CERT Sent 2023-09-20: National Night Out & Fall Fest in Combes - Sent 2023-09-03: Neighborhood Watch SEPT 2023 comms - Sent 2023-08-12: Neighborhood Watch - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! 11 August 2023 Community Comms Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Reminder, as I have said several times before, just want to get a few words out! The heat is not impacting the Bad Guys! They are still snooping around in the middle of the night checking to see if your car doors are locked and maybe there is other interesting stuff left out. And they are being rewarded because they are so successful. So – as a reminder……. Lights on and Lock up! We shall relive the Sunshine Vehicle Decal Program (previously endorsed by our Board). For several reasons, none worthwhile, it was sort of dropped during COVID times. But the Bad Guys have proven value and the Harlingen Police Department agrees. Jean Burgoine and I will begin this soon. We have decals for the vehicles and for our Golf Carts. Congrats to Mary Grandy and Nancy Johns who recently completed the Citizens Police Academy. Thanks to Carol and Miles who resigned for health reasons and who faithfully patrolled Sunshine for many schedules. And thanks again to those who continue to patrol. I recently completed the Activity/Meeting Request form for our NW-CERT meetings – 3rd Monday every month starting October – June (give or take summer months if necessary). What about Finger Lickin’ Chicken? (NW fundraiser) The city of COMBES Police Department will be hosting a National Night Out & Fall Fest on Thursday 12 October 5:30 PM – 9 PM at Combes Community Park located at 21626 Hand Road. FREE! In the past, our Neighborhood Watch provided a Safety Patrol for the area. Any volunteers. Let me know soon. I need a few volunteers with golf carts. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sent 2023-07-27: Invitation - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Hgn community celebration - Dear Friends You are invited - National Night Out 40th Anniversary Lon C Hill Park (on Fairpark Blvd just up from the Police Dept) Tuesday 1 August - 6PM till 9PM Dear Neighborhood Watch and CERT Friends On Tuesday 1 August at 6pm, there will be a crime and drug prevention event in Harlingen. Bring your chair - sit a spell and share your ideas and stories. The NW and CERT will have a table, the Harlingen PD and the Citizens Police Academy will also have a table - amongst many other informational partners supporting this endeavor in our area. Goals of NNO: Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, Generate support for, participation in local anti-crime efforts, Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and Send back a message to the Bad Guys letting them know who is in charge! We would appreciate your support so just show up and enjoy the fellowship and the evening's free activities. You may call me for questions. PS Many of you are aware John and I are members of the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Assn (Hgn PD) and members of CERT with the Hgn Fire Dept. We have learned alot from them at our meetings which help our community. Hurricane Donna showed up in 2008 and having this relationship with HPD & HFD - lessons learned were just the beginning. So come out and say THANKS and share the wealth. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276, Coordinator Sunshine CC Estates NW-CERT Sent 2023-06-30: Neighborhood Watch - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sent 2023-05-15: Neighborhood Watch info: Harlingen Police Academy class - Neighborhood Watch and CERT and Sunshine residents Dear Friends, There will be a Harlingen Police Academy class held at the local Harlingen Police Dept.-- 1018 Fairpark Blvd, Hgn. It will start Monday the 5th of June 2023, 6pm - 9 or 10 pm x 8 or so weeks. Lots of good safety info. (no charge) Applications are in the Library on the Neighborhood Watch bulletin Board. I also have them. Get them in ASAP - class is limited. The curriculum and teaching methods are similar to the traditional Police Academy but you are not Police candidates. Classroom and hands-on instruction provide you with a working knowledge of Hgn PD such as HPD Operations, Policy, Procedure etc. and you will gain a deeper understanding of the problems and concerns they face daily. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator - Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sent 2023-05-13: Neighborhood Watch info - Neighborhood Watch and CERT and Sunshine residents Dear Friends, There will NOT be a scheduled Neighborhood Watch - CERT meeting in June. If anyone wishes to contact me, feel free. The only info I have for us is to be careful and light up and lock up!!!! --- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator - Neighborhood Watch - CERT Team Sent 2023-02-15: Reminder Monday 20 February 2023 - Dear Friends - This Monday at 3pm, in Retz Hall - the Neighborhood Watch Meeting will focus on Seniors Saving A Life. Everyone is invited. Please sign up (in the Library) so we have sufficient manikins etc. Please call me and or refer to your February Newsletter for more details. We will do a very quick review of any outstanding NW items we need to look at. That's all folks. See ya real soon. - Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276, NW - CERT Coordinator Newsletter 2023-02: Neighborhood Watch & CERT - Sent 2023-01-09: Finger Lickin' Chicken CANCELED - I was diagnosed with COVID Sunday morning. No fever No chills Chest XRay is neg. I feel fine except for a little sore throat and body ache. Therefore, for the safety of all of us, I am calling off the Finger LIckin' Chicken Fundraiser until further notice. I have asked Jean Burgoine to clear the board in the Library, open the $$ box and give back your envelopes via Valerie at the Office. Please contact Valerie to pick up your envelope. Thanks for your generosity and Sorry for the disappointment but we will reschedule at a safer time. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 2023-01-05: Invitation and Fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch - Finger Lickin' Chicken - Dear Friends - Our Neighborhood Watch will soon hold a fundraiser - Monday 16 January 2023 about 4pm Retz Hall. Information and signup etc is in the Library. Eat in or Take out. If you would like to help with this project - please let me know. You do not have to be a NW volunteer to help. There are a variety of "jobs" - before - during & after. Thanks. - Lenore Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2022-11-19: NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING this Monday 21 November 2022 at 3:00 PM - Dear Friends - Wish you all a very wonderful Happy Thanksgiving. You are appreciated and we are grateful. Please mark your calendars for our important business meeting on Monday 21 NOV at 3pm in Retz Hall We will have the usual meeting and also discuss planning for Finger Lickin' Chicken for Jan 16th (Monday). This is a fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch. Thanks -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator NW - CERT Team Sent 2022-10-15: Reminder NW-CERT meeting Monday 17 October 3pm - The meeting will take place in Retzlaff Hall adjacent to the swimming pool. Refreshments served. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Coordinator Sunshine NW-CERT Team Back to Top

Recipes You're probably saying to yourself - How is a Recipe an Amenity? Just think of it as a Bonus you are receiving after you have tasted some wonderful food at an Activity/Event held right here in Sunshine Estates. Now keep reading and prepare to take a trip to the grocery store so that you can cook up a storm in order to enjoy yourself again with these savory delights !!! ***************************************************************************** Chinese Cabbage Salad (from Women's Club - Casino Night: 02-23-2019) Salad: 1 head of Napa cabbage(chopped fine) A large package of cole slaw mix was used for Casino Night. 1 bunch of green onions, chopped These were not added for Casino Night Crunchies: 3 packages of Ramon Noodles, any flavor You will not use the seasoning packet so discard or save for another use. Place the noodles in a large ziplock bag and crush into small pieces. Melt 1/2 cup butter in large fry pan and add the crushed crunches and brown and add 1 cup slivered almonds. Shaved almonds were used for Casino Night. Remove from heat and let cool. Pour on top of salad - Dressing: 1 cup oil 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup white vinegar 2 Tbl soy sauce Pour dressing on top of salad just before serving, then toss This makes a very large salad. Enjoy! Questions? Contact Vickie Jones ***************************************************************************** BBQ Pork (from Women's Club - Casino Night) Barbecue pork was purchased at Sam’s Club and is pre-made. It is in the frozen meat section and is called Bryons Barbecue Pork. ***************************************************************************** Chicken Philly Cheese Steak (from Women's Club - Casino Night) 2 Tbsp oil 2 Tbsp butter 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast OR 4 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs - thinly sliced garlic powder(3 tsp) or minced garlic(to your taste) salt and pepper 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 chicken bouillon cube, crushed 1 Tbsp brown sugar 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce Add oil and butter to a large skillet over high heat. Season the thinly sliced chicken generously with garlic, salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes stirring every minute. Add bell peppers, onions crushed bouillon, brown sugar and worcestershire. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally and adjust heat to medium high when necessary. Continue cooking for 15-20 minutes or until any liquid is absorbed and chicken and veggies start to really caramelize.. Place cheese on both sides of a sub roll and place meat and veggie mixture the middle. Wrap each sub in aluminum foil and place in a pan in oven for 5-10 minutes at 350 degrees or until bread is warmed and cheese is melted. ***************************************************************************** Potato Rolls (from New Homeowners’ Party: 01-13-17) This is a bread machine recipe. It makes 32 dinner rolls per batch. Put in machine in the following order; § 1 3/4 C water § 4 C bread flour § 3 Tbsp. olive oil § 1 1/4 tsp. salt § 2 Tbsp. sugar § 1/2 C instant potato flakes § 1 3/4 tsp. yeast Process on dough cycle, when complete shape into desired forms. ***************************************************************************** Brisket (from New Homeowners’ Party: 01-13-17) Ingredients: · 3-4 lb. flat, well-trimmed beef brisket · 3-4 cups cold water · 1 cup white vinegar · 4 bay leaves · 2 Tbsp. veg, oil · 1 Tbsp. liquid smoke · garlic powder to taste · salt & pepper to taste · your favorite bar-b-que sauce Preparation: 1. Marinate brisket in water, vinegar and bay leaves for at least 8 hours or overnight. - Do this in a plastic or glass container. 2. Drain and pat dry. 3. Rub with mixture of oil, liquid smoke, garlic powder salt & pepper. 4. Wrap tightly in foil and place in roasting pan. 5. Bake in oven at 300 degrees for 4 hours. 6. Cool, slice and place back in foil. (I remove all fat when slicing) 7. Cover brisket slices with your favorite bar-b-que sauce (Sweet Baby Ray's was used at the dinner) diluted with the juice from your cooked brisket. 8. About 1 hour before you plan to serve, heat at 325 degrees for 1 hour. ***************************************************************************** CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE RECIPE 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 18 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips 1 cup butter 6 eggs Preheat oven 300*. Grease 9 " pan & grease parchment paper & put in bottom of pan. Put water & sugar in pan heat till sugar is dissolved completely. Set aside to cool. Melt butter in pan add chocolate chips & stir till melted. Add eggs one at a time & mix well. Add cooled sugar water, mix well. Pour batter into prepared pan. Add boiling water to larger pan & place pan into. Bake for 45 minutes. Center should be soft set. ***************************************************************************** BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP from Ladies' Luncheon 2 large butternut squash [6 lbs.] 4 large carrots 1 large onion 1 head garlic 3 large stalks celery [chop, boil till very soft, retain liquid and blend] 1 1/2 L. chicken broth 1 stick butter crème fraiche salt & pepper olive oil parsley Peel squash, carrots and onion. Cut into cubes. Drizzle baking sheet with olive oil. Spread cubed veggies on sheet, drizzle with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Slice top off head of garlic and drizzle inside with olive oil, place on sheet. Roast veggies @ 350 for 30 minutes or until soft and starting to brown. Cool veggies and squish garlic out of skin. Place veggies, including blended celery, in batches, in blender with enough chicken broth to blend to a smooth consistency. If still too thick, add 1 T. chicken soup base powder to 1 cup water, mix into soup till desired consistency is achieved. Add 1 stick butter and reheat soup. Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with Crème fraiche and chopped parsley. Enjoy !! submitted by Dale Hopfner ***************************************************************************** CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE RECIPE 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 18 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips 1 cup butter 6 eggs Preheat oven 300*. Grease 9 " pan & grease parchment paper & put in bottom of pan. Put water & sugar in pan heat till sugar is dissolved completely. Set aside to cool. Melt butter in pan add chocolate chips & stir till melted. Add eggs one at a time & mix well. Add cooled sugar water, mix well. Pour batter into prepared pan. Add boiling water to larger pan & place pan into. Bake for 45 minutes. Center should be soft set. ***************************************************************************** BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP from Ladies' Luncheon 2 large butternut squash [6 lbs.] 4 large carrots 1 large onion 1 head garlic 3 large stalks celery [chop, boil till very soft, retain liquid and blend] 1 1/2 L. chicken broth 1 stick butter crème fraiche salt & pepper olive oil parsley Peel squash, carrots and onion. Cut into cubes. Drizzle baking sheet with olive oil. Spread cubed veggies on sheet, drizzle with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Slice top off head of garlic and drizzle inside with olive oil, place on sheet. Roast veggies @ 350 for 30 minutes or until soft and starting to brown. Cool veggies and squish garlic out of skin. Place veggies, including blended celery, in batches, in blender with enough chicken broth to blend to a smooth consistency. If still too thick, add 1 T. chicken soup base powder to 1 cup water, mix into soup till desired consistency is achieved. Add 1 stick butter and reheat soup. Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with Crème fraiche and chopped parsley. Enjoy !! submitted by Dale Hopfner Several have asked for this recipe and seeing as I can't remember who they were I will print it here. ***************************************************************************** Microwave Peanut Brittle 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 cup salted peanuts 1 tsp. butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking soda generously butter a cookie sheet and have it ready next to the mico. In 2 qt. mico. bowl, combine sugar & corn syrup; stir until well mixed. micro on high for 4 mins. Remove from oven, stir in peanuts. and mix well. Micro on high for 4 mins. Remove and add butter & vanilla; stir well. Micro for 1-1/2 mins. Remove and add baking soda. Gently stir until light & foamy. Quickly pour on cookie sheet & spread with buttered spatula. (this should be done quickly or it will harden in bowl) Cool for 30 - 60 mins. Break in pieces. Makes about 1/2 pound. Lorraine Lewis ***************************************************************************** Recipes from Farewell Party Chicken or Turkey Casserole Cover the bottom of a 11X15 pan with buttered bread Add 4 to 6 cups cooked coarsely cut chicken or turkey 1 small can chopped mushrooms-drained and spread over 1 small can sliced water chestnuts- drained and spread over Combine: 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (undiluted) 1 can condensed cream of celery soup(undiluted) 1/2 cup miracle whip Spread this mixture over the chicken layer Spread a 2 oz. jar of pimento over this Cover with thin slices of American cheese Beat 4 eggs and 2 cups of milk .....pour this slowly over all and cover with foil and chill in refrigerator over night Leave foil on and place casserole in cold oven..... turn oven to 350 and bake until the cheese melts Mix one small pkg. Pepperidge Farm dressing with 1/2 cup melted butter Remove from oven and sprinkle dressing over Return to oven and continue to bake until crisp and brown.....total baking time 1 1/2 to 2 hours ***************************************************************************** Honey Glazed Cranberry Carrots(Ina Hillman) 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 cup butter 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger root 1/2 cup dried cranberries 2 Tablespoon honey 2 lb. Fresh carrots Combine all ingredients except carrots in a small sauce pan---bring to boil stirring constantly -- boil 15-20 minutes until glaze is thickened and coats back of spoon. Cook carrots --- drain well---add the honey mixture ... toss well makes 4 cups ***************************************************************************** Cherry Bliss Brownies Preheat oven to 350 degrees 1 19.5 pkg. brownie mix 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs lightly beaten 1/4 cup water put this brownie mixture in a 9 X 13 greased pan .... set aside 1 8 oz. softened cream cheese 5 tablespoon butter, softened 1/3 cup sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon vanilla Beat cream cheese and butter in mixing bowl until fluffy. Add sugar. Beat in additional 2 eggs, flour and vanilla. Drop spoonsful of the mixture over brownie batter in pan. Use a knife to gently cut through batters to create a marble pattern. 1 21 oz. Cherry pie filling Spoon Cherry pie filling over top. Bake 50 - 60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool and serve ***************************************************************************** Chili recipe from the potato bake supper: 1 large jar spaghetti sauce 1 package dried chili mix. at least a pound of hamburger and or Italian sausage onion. Brown meat and onions. add spaghetti sauce and dried chili mix and add other places to taste . use at least one if not two or three cans of chili beans this is also to taste preference. Simmer very low for an hour or two hours to get all the flavors through. tastes really well even if you don't have enough time to some right for more than a half an hour simple easy and I think yummy thanks for asking for the recipe Karen Luau Recipes We had requests from folks for recipes served at last evenings Luau. Here are the corn & rice recipes. The pork loins were cooked in sea salt, liquid smoke & apple cider. Linda & Marion ***************************************************************************** Creamed Style Corn 2 lbs of frozen corn, thawed 8 oz cream cheese 2 Tbsp butter Salt/Pepper 1/2 tsp cumin (optional but good) 1/4 C of 1/2 & 1/2 or milk Spray the inside of a crockpot. Place butter on bottom, add corn, cream cheese, salt/pepper, milk.Cook on high until it starts to bubble, turn to low. Cook all day. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We modified the rice recipe by cooking the rice on the stove & then adding chopped garlic, peppers & 1/3 c chopped onion. We then added the chopped sautéed vegetables & raisins to the cooked rice. We chose to omit the nuts, pineapple & parsley ***************************************************************************** Hawaiian Rice Pilaf 1 Tbs. butter 1-1/2 cups long-grain white rice 2 to 3 cloves chopped garlic 2/3 C green pepper 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup roasted macadamia nuts salt to taste-we did not add salt parsley Preparation: Melt butter in oven-proof casserole dish (with lid). Add rice and garlic, stirring to coat. Stir in peppers and chicken broth. Cover, and bring to boil. Stir in raisins, macadamia nuts and sage. Add salt if desired. Cover, and place in preheated 375-degree oven for 18 to 20 minutes. When rice is finished baking, gently stir in pineapple and parsley. Serve immediately. Bon appe'tit. Back to Top

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

SEPO Board Nominating Committee For 2023 SEPO Board Election Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., (SEPO) governs Sunshine Country Club Estates (SCCE). (The following information is presented in reverse chronological order.) Nominating Committee Activity for 2023 Election Nominating Committee Process Guide (11-2022) Nominating & Election Committees Index Nominating Committee Activity for 2023 Election NOMINATING COMMITTEE ACTIVITY Sent via SEPO ENews 2022-12-01: SEPO Board Nominations - The Nominating Committee needs your help! Many of the residents, who we know, have already served terms on the Board. Many residents have arrived in the last three years that we don’t know. Please- if you have a desire to work with a team to maintain or improve our beautiful community, please contact Janis or Derek McFee, 651-271-8214, Marian Young or Sue Swidryk. The Nominating Committee would also appreciate names of people we could approach. In the meantime, remember to thank our present SEPO Board members for the time and effort they donate on our behalf. Janis McFee- Nominating Committee Chairperson Sent via SEPO ENews 2022-11-18: SEPO Board Nominating Committee Roster and Request for Potential Candidates - Members of the SEPO Board Nominating Committee are: Janis McFee Derek McFee Sue Swidryk Marian Young The purpose of this committee is to identify and recommend Sepo Residents who would like to serve on the SEPO Board of Directors. There are 4 positions to fill for the forthcoming SEPO Board election in February 2023. Candidates must be Homeowners or their spouses. If you are undetermined as to whether you would like to serve on the SEPO Board, please ask yourself the following: Do you have great ideas about how your community can be managed more efficiently? Would you like to become more involved in your HOA's daily operation? Do you have the time, dedication, and enthusiasm to regularly volunteer your skills for the benefit of your community? If you would like to be considered and possibly nominated by the Nominating Committee as a SEPO Board Candidate, please contact any Nominating Committee member to set up an interview. If you know a resident who you think would make a valuable Board member, please contact the Nominating Committee, who could approach that person. Janis McFee SEPO Nominating Committee Chairperson 2028 W. Michigan Dr. 651-271-8214 Sent via SEPO ENews 2022-10-17: Nominating Committee or Election Committee member - The Board is looking for volunteers for the SEPO Board Nominating and Election Committees. Several residents in our community have previously served on one or both of these committees. The Board is confident they will either volunteer again, or be available to assist this year's committee members with any questions / issues they may have. If you have any interest in being on either of these committees or just have questions, please contact any Board member at your earliest convenience. The deadline for formation of these committees is November 5, 2022, which will be here very quickly. Share Nelson @ 309-269-0686 Beth Parrish @ 314-960-6710 Mark Owen @ 972-567-8665 Larry Keller @ 615-812-2600 Randy Davis @ 214-783-4604 Jean Burgoine @ 956-244-0442 Lenore Combs @ 956-245-1276 Nominating Committee: Primary Duties - After determining how many open positions are available for next year’s SEPO Board, the goal of the Nominating Committee is to identify and vet qualified candidates for these open positions. The requirement is to have a committee chairperson and from two to four additional committee members. The document at this link is the current draft of the SEPO Board Nominating Committee Process Guide . Election Committee: Primary Duties - The committee shall prepare the election ballots, stuff envelopes, man the registration tables at the Annual Shareholders Meeting in February and count votes cast in the ballots provided. We need a committee chairperson and from five to ten additional committee members. The current draft of the SEPO Board Election Committee Process Guide If you would like to view some of the activities of the previous committees, you can find that on the Sunshine Web site HERE . The Board is working to finalize these two documents prior to November 5 in order to assist each committee with their responsibilities. We look forward to working with the committee volunteers and thank you in advance for your assistance and support of this wonderful community. SEPO BOARD Sent via SEPO ENews 2022-09-24: NEED: Volunteers for 2023 SEPO NOMINATING & ELECTION Committees - The Board is currently looking for volunteers for both the Nominating and Election Committees. Several residents in our community have previously served on one or both of these committees. The Board is confident they will either volunteer again or be available to assist this year's committee members with any questions / issues they may have. Nominating Committee: Primary Duties - After determining how many open positions are available for next year’s SEPO Board, the goal of the Nominating Committee is to identify and vet qualified candidates for these open positions. We need a committee chairperson and from two to four additional committee members. Election Committee: Primary Duties - The committee shall prepare the election ballots, stuff envelopes, man the registration tables at the Annual Shareholders Meeting and count votes cast in the ballots provided. We need a committee chairperson and from five to ten additional committee members. The plan is to have committee process documents / manuals available in the next couple of weeks to assist each committee. If you have any interest in being on either of these committees or just have questions right now, please contact any Board member at your earliest convenience. The Board looks forward to working with the committee volunteers and thanks you in advance for your assistance and supporting this wonderful community. SEPO BOARD NOMINATING COMMITTEE PROCESS GUIDE Nominating Committee Process Guide (11-2022) Board Nominating & Election Committees Index Nominating & Election Committees Index 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

In Memoriam Tributes 2021 Marian Seelye (September 8, 2021) It is with a sad heart to announce the passing of Marian Seelye, mother of JoAnne Anderson, and past resident of Sunshine. Marian had just come to stay with JoAnne and ultimately make a trip here. Marian laid down for a nap, JoAnne went to check later and she had gone peacefully with the Angels. Marian was special - she was the SCCE Choir Director several years ago for many years and assisted putting on many wonderful shows here, especially at the holidays. She also had her Choir group sing occasionally with the Sunday Night Sunshine Jammers and was a presence in many of Lassey's productions. And she made some great dishes for our Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. We will miss you but remember the "Good Old Days". God Bless American and God bless you and your family. Condolences can be sent to JoAnne Anderson (daughter) 22931 185th Street Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 2020 Steve Phillips (May 3, 2020) Sorry for short email earlier, not thinking real clear. If I may share some more... " My husband, Steve, passed away hours ago....Saturday night. He had another pulmonary embolism, he had one about five years ago. He has not felt good for weeks, but the Dr couldnt do a MRI because of covid. (Only emergencies, and his wasnt at the time) I dont know that they would have discovered it if so, but they did last time. I followed the ambulance to the hospital, and was with him about a hour before the Drs told me there was nothing they could do, and he was gone. He passed in the ambulance, but they recovered him, only to lose him in the hospital. The Drs said he had huge blood clot in both lungs and kidney failure. I'm still in shock. (I have asked family not to travel here, as it would be devastating to cause covid virus in anyone) Steve and I were very private people, but we dearly love our family and friends...in Texas and Oklahoma, also our dear friends we have made in Harlingen. Steve was incredibly proud of being the President of the men's golf here in Sunshine Country Club Estates and his three best buddies he golfed with daily. Also, his music making pal Wade, who would attest to what an amazingly gifted musician Steve was. Steve was the smartest person I've ever known and I will cherish our ten years together. We rock and rolled many nights away. His best friends in Dallas enjoyed his musical talents long before I met him, and were like family to him (and me). I dont imagine there will be a service here, with covid virus...but in about a month I will take his ashes/remains to Dallas, hopefully, and celebrate his life with friends and family there. I'm so sorry Steve's son, Jonathan has lost his father, along with Jonathan's wife and four children, and his other family members. Also, my family will miss him dearly. Ten years can make a lifetime of memories, and it did. Please be patient if I dont answer calls or the door too quickly, I am still trying to figure out what life is now, and that will take some time. We all have losses, recovering from them is an individual journey. My # is 214 549 3993 if any questions. Tomorrow seems far away right now. ♡ Irene Phillips Back to Top

Activities: Special (2024-2025 Winter Season) Additional Details Stained Glass Class (IN PROCESS) Coffee & Donuts (ONGOING) Karaoke (PERIODIC) Calling All Cats & Dogs (PERIODIC) Private Events (PERIODIC) Caroling (2024-12-20) COMPLETE SONshine Ministries: Toy for Kids (COMPLETE) *************** IN PROCESS Stained Glass Class Sent 2025-01-01: STAINED GLASS CLASS STARTS THURSDAY JAN 9TH - Stained glass classes will start Thursday, Jan 9th, from 6:30 to about 8:30 p.m. These sessions are for all residents and renters who are interested in trying your hand at stained glass. We have many donated items, such as patterns, tools, glass, etc., so you need nothing but your own imagination, and your two hands, and a desire to try this art form. Classes are held in the woodshop, which is located in the storage area, and you will need your front gate clicker in order to enter. There is no exact order for the classes, so if you miss a week, that is not a problem. I am hoping to have a few other glass artists to assist in helping people feel more comfortable working with the glass. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. If I don't answer, please leave me a voicemail and I will promptly return your call. - Cathy Chajec, 708-280-8910 Back to Top *************** ONGOING Coffee & Donuts Sent 2024-11-06: Coffee & Donuts in the Library - I wanted to let everyone know that 'Coffee & Donuts' will be available again this winter season on every Thursday in the Library @ 8 AM, starting tomorrow (Nov 7). Donuts are $1 each and coffee is free. So come on over and chat with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a sweet treat. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Mgr Back to Top *************** PERIODIC Karaoke (Dec 18, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-12-06: Karaoke (Dec 18, 2024) - Karaoke in the Hall on Wednesday, December 18 starting at 5 PM (doors open at 4:30). Christmas songs will be sung, but not exclusively. It will be like our regular karaoke with some Christmas songs mixed in. If you’ve never been to a karaoke event and want to see what it’s about, come join us. - Randy Davis Karaoke (Nov 15, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-11-11: Karaoke this Friday, Nov 15, 2024 - This Friday, November 15, Karaoke in the Hall. Doors open at 4:30, singing starts at 5pm. You don’t have to be a singer to come enjoy a fun filled evening. Let your neighbors and friends impress you with their singing abilities. We hope to see you there. - Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Karaoke (Oct 25, 2024) COMPLETE SEPO FB: 2024-10-23 - Karaoke in the Hall this Friday. Doors open at 4:30. If you’ve never been, you should come check it out. Remember, you don’t have to sing. Come see the talent in our community and maybe even dance a little. Bring a snack if you want, but it’s not required. It’s a great chance to hang out with your friends and neighbors. We hope to see you there. - Randy Davis (SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-10-20: Karaoke - It’s karaoke time! Friday, October 25, in the Hall. Doors open at 4:30, and singing will begin at 5pm. Come encourage your friends and neighbors as they show off their skills. Plus, plenty of dancing. Bring a snack if you want, but as always, it’s not about the food. Phillip and Patricia Lay are always a hoot to have with us. Phillip has much better equipment than I do, and we’ll be trying it out. We hope to see you there . - Randy Davis (SEPO Facebook) Back to Top *************** PERIODIC Grooming: Calling All Dogs and Cats (Oct 10, 2024) COMPLETE Sent 2024-08-07: Calling All Dogs and Cats too! - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Thursday, October 10th, 2024 , to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 1:30 p.m. 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 Back to Top *************** PERIODIC: Private Events Apr 23, 2025 / 2PM to 10 PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 5PM to 9PM) UPCOMING Dec 13 & 14, 2024 / 5:30PM to 3PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself on Dec 14 - 12PM to 3PM) COMPLETE Dec 4, 2024 / 11AM to 5PM / Retzlaff Hall (Event itself 12PM to 4PM) COMPLETE Nov 28, 2024 / 12:30AM to 3:30PM / Pavilion (Event itself 1PM to 3PM) COMPLETE Nov 13, 2024 thru Mar 26, 2025 ONGOING The Card Room will be utilized every Wednesday from 9:30 am to Noon from Nov 13, 2024 thru Mar 26, 2025 for a 'private' Bible Study group. - Approved by the SEPO Office Back to Top *************** COMPLETE Caroling (2024-12-20) Sent 2024-12-15: Golf cart-Caroling - Wanted to let all the Carolers, Elves, Mr & Mrs Santa, and all the golf carts, know that Share Nelson has graciously opened up her home for the before party 🤩🥂🍻 Friday December 20th 4:00 1929 W Indiana Cir Please bring finger food, cookies, yummies!! BYOB Golf cart-Caroling starts at 5:00. ALL are welcome. Come spread Christmas Cheer 🎅🤶🫶😍 - Patricia Lay Back to Top *************** COMPLETE SONshine ministries: Toys for Kids (thru 2024-11-23) Sent 2024-10-21: SONshine ministries: Toys for Kids - SONshine ministries requested SEPO to sponsor a class of children from one of the Mexican schools for a Christmas gift drive. This was discussed in the Women's Club meeting last Friday and it was agreed that we would support it. There is a table setup in the library where you can participate in this effort if you choose to. Each tag on the tree has the name of a child, whether they are a girl or a boy and their age. You take a tag, put your name on the list and then purchase a gift of not more than $20. Do not wrap the gifts, just attach the tag to the gift. Then put the gift in the box under the table. I know this seems early in the year, but the deadline for this drive is November 23. Lenore will also be doing a separate drive at a later time for toys for the Police department and the Marines. Any questions can be directed to Rich Hulswit at (701) 566-1257. Thank you and God Bless. - Cindy Hulswit Back to Top

ACC: Architectural Control Committee ACC Members ACC Request Form (2022-05-01) ACC Request Process (2022-05-01) ACC Permit Form Example (2022-05-01) The current ACC is made up of the following members - click HERE . ACC Members Architectural Control Committee Request Process (as of May 1, 2022) Where to Start – Refer to these documents. (Click each bullet point to view document.) DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS and RESTRICTIONS of Sunshine: EXHIBIT “B”, ARTICLEs V & VI AND POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: Sections ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL and STORAGE AREA BUILDINGS Process for Requests – Please read ALL items on the UPDATED "ACC Request and Approval Form" below (dated May 1, 2022) Very Carefully . Prior to starting any EXTERIOR improvement, maintenance or structure, submit any required forms and information to the SEPO Office for approval by the Architectural Control Committee (ACC). Allow up to 25 days for approval/rejection notification. Plan your project accordingly. You will be notified by the SEPO Office of your approval/rejection status by email or phone. Please note the following Form and Process changes once your request has been approved. A new generic ‘project permit’ form has been developed, which does not display any of the owners’ personal information. The SEPO Office has laminated several of these forms with different permit numbers and different street names. After a resident's ACC request has been approved, the office writes the street number and date over the laminate on the Permit form and gives it to the resident. This form is to be posted near the front door of the address on the permit, so it is clearly visible from the street curb during the entire time of the project. When the project is completed, the resident returns the laminated form to the office and the work is logged in the office as completed. The street number and date are wiped from the form, so it can be used again by another resident. Dates when Requests are reviewed by the ACC – The ACC is scheduled to meet monthly on the 1st and 15th of each month, except when the date falls on a Holiday or the Weekend. In that case, they meet on the next Business day. ACC Request Process (2022-05-01) Architectural Control Committee Request Form (as of May 1, 2022) - View/P rint Form HERE or obtain from SEPO Office ACC Request Form (2022-05-01) Architectural Control Committee Permit Form (as of May 1, 2022) - This form is supplied to the Resident upon approval of the ACC Request Form Below is an 'example' of a 'completed form. ACC Permit Form Example (2022-05-01) Back to Top

Women's Club Meeting Minutes (2022-2023 Winter Season Minutes (2023-03-17) Minutes (2023-02-17) Minutes (2023-01-23) Minutes (2022-12-16) Minutes (2022-11-18) Minutes (2022-10-21) Minutes (2023-03-17) WC Minutes March 17, 2023 WC Minutes February 17, 2023 Minutes (2023-02-17) Minutes (2023-01-23) WC Minutes January 20, 2023 WC Minutes December 16, 2022 Minutes (2022-12-16) WC Minutes November 18, 2022 Minutes (2022-11-18) WC Minutes October 21, 2022 Minutes (2022-10-21) Back to Top

Summary of Events "SUMMER" (2025) Event 2-Pager (Under Construction) Board/Residents & Club/Committee Mtgs Women's Club (Summer 2025) Daily-Weekly-Monthly (Summer) Golf, Clubs, Committees, Special Back to Top ******************************** Meetings (SUMMER: Apr 1, 2025 thru Sep 30, 2025) Click H ERE for Details SEPO Board & Residents Women's Club OTHER Clubs/Committees ****************************** SEPO: Women's Club Activities Schedule (SUMMER: Apr 1, 2025 thru Sep 30, 2025) Click HERE for Details The Women's Club Committee Activities Committee Signup Sheets for some of the events below are posted in the SEPO Library. DOWNLOAD (2025 Summer) Mary Hull (since Feb 21, 2025) Women’s Club Activities Director 612-695-1600 mhull1055@gmail.com Back to Top ****************************** SEPO: Daily/Weekly/Monthly Activities Overview (Summer: Apr 1, 2025 thru Sept 30, 2025) SUNDAY: 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 7 - 9 pm, PO KE NO (All Year: Weekly / Library) MONDAY: 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summer: What Days? / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, Line Dancing (Advanced) (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff) 1 - 3 pm, Rock Painting: (Monthly - 1st & 4th Monday / Retzlaff Hall) 1 - 3:30 pm Bridge (All Year / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) TUESDAY : 8:30 - 11 am, Summer Golf League (Men & Women) (Summer: Tue thru 10-29-24 / Golf Course) 8:30 - 11:30 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 8:30 -10 am, Men's Golf League: Tee Time #1 (Weekly in Winter / Golf Course) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 10:15 - 11:45 am, Men's Golf League: Tee Time #2 (Weekly in Winter / Golf Course) 10:30 - 11:45 am, Line Dancing (Beginners) (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 1 - 3:30, Mahjong (All Year / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) WEDNESDAY : 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Ladies' Golf Tee time (Winter: Weekly / Golf Course) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - Noon, Bible Study (Private) (Winter (11-13-24 thru 03-26-25) / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Bridge (All Year: Weekly / Library) 1 - 4 pm, Samba (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6 :3 0 - 9 pm, Mexican Train (Dominos) (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) THURSDAY : 8 am - Coffee & Donuts, (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Library) 8:3 0 - 11:30 am, Pickleball (All Year: Tue & Thu / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9:30 am - 2 pm, Quilting: Killer Bees (All Year: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 1 - 2:30 pm, Cards: Hand & Foot - Ladies (All Year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Happy Hour & Potluck (All year: Weekly / Retzlaff Hall) 4 - 9 pm, Happy Hour (finger food only) (All Year: Weekly / Pavilion) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) FRIDAY : 8 - 11 am, Tennis (All Year: Mon, Wed, Fri / Tennis Court) 8:25 - 9:25 am, Water Aerobics: Session #1 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 9 am - Noon, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 9:30 - 10:30 am, Water Aerobics: Session #2 (All Year: Mon thru Fri / Pool) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Jokers (Card/Board Game) (All year: Weekly / Card Room) 1 - 3 pm, Table Tennis (Winter: Mon thru Fri / Retzlaff Hall) 1 - 4 pm, Woodshop open (as long as there is a monitor present) (Summ er: What Days? / Woodshop) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Open Games (All Year / Card Room) SATURDAY : 9 - 10 am, Saturday Golf Scramble (All Year: W eekly / Golf Course) 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Billiards: Texas 8 Ball (All Year: Tue, Thu, Sat / Pool Room) 4 - 6 pm, Golf Scramble: O'Clockers (All Year: Daily / Golf Course) 6:30 - 9 pm, Mahjong (All Year: Daily / Card Room) 6:30 - 9 pm, Five Crowns (All Year: Daily / Card Room ) Back to Top SEPO: Golf, Clubs & Committees and Special Events Ove rview below (Summer: Apr 1, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025) APR 2025: 4 - End of Season Party (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 22 - Earth Day Trash Pickup (Women's Club / Where ?) CANCELLED 23 - Private Event (Special / Retzlaff Hall) MAY 2025: 2 - Private Event (Special / Retzlaff Hall) 5 - Cinco de Mayo Party / Potluck (Women's Club / Retzlaff Hall) 24 - Private Event (Special / Retzlaff Hall) Back to Top

S EPO Community E-Mails: February 2021 Sent 2021-02-28: Policies & Procedures Update, Feb 25, 2021 - An e-mail was sent containing the latest version of the SEPO Policies & Procedures document that was discussed and approved for update at the SEPO Board meeting on Feb 25, 2021. The section on 'FISCAL POLICIES' was added. This document was sent to the SEPO Office for filing. It is also on the Sunshine Web site HERE and can be downloaded from there. You could have also download it from the e-mail using the link provided. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-27: REPLY REQUESTED: Possible COVID-19 Shots here in the Estates - I've invited you to fill out a form: Possible COVID19 Shots here in the Estates The SEPO Board is attempting to bring COVID-19 shots to the Estates and provide them onsite for those who still want to receive their shots. You can use this form for either yourself, a family member or a SEPO neighbor who does not "do" e-mails. If you are responding for someone else, be sure to talk to them before responding. If you have questions about qualifying for the shots you can see the requirements for Phase 1B here: COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation, Phase 1B Definition (texas.gov) We have a long way to go, but if we are successful in setting it up, would you want to receive your first shots here? If so, we need some information for planning purposes. We will need your e-mail address so we can keep you posted when we make progress. SEPO Board Sent 2021-02-27: Link to view SEPO Board Meeting held on Feb 25, 2021 - The SEPO Board meeting held on Feb 25, 2021 was Virtual, using Google Meet, and was recorded (except for the first seven minutes). Here is the link to the recording, which everyone is welcome to view: https://1drv.ms/v/s!ArA0fRIwdohihKlAUoThhrC1elK7EQ The minutes from this meeting will be published within the next 3-4 days or sooner. If you have any questions about or issues with viewing this video, let me know. (And yes - I have ANOTHER e-mail strictly for board issues. But I am still monitoring all of the rest of the SEPO Communication e-mails.) Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-26: CORRECT, Men's Golf Tournament: Tee Times - Tee times for all golfers playing in the Men's League tournament will be at 9:30 AM (NOT 9 AM) and 12:30 PM on both Mon & Tue, Mar 1 & 2. Mark Owen Sent 2021-02-26: PLEASE RETURN: for Men's Golf League Tournament - Whoever picked up the #3 hole CTP board and still has it, please return it. I need it for the Men's Leage Golf Tournament this coming Mon & Tues. Thanks Mark Owen Sent 2021-02-26: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: March 2021 - The Mar 2021 Newsletter has been posted on the Web site HERE . Valerie will have printed copies available in the Library sometime today. Beth Parrish Sent 2021-02-25: Missing Package (Prater) - There was a package confirmed left in the package room that is missing> Could you please check if you accidentally picked it up? It was delivered Wednesday. Tiffany Prater 4344 N. Missouri St. Sent 2021-02-25: Irrigations Pumps, Water & Street Maintenance - The irrigation pumps are out due to structural maintenance on the streets. The irrigation water will be out until Saturday, possibly Monday. We may need to borrow water line(s) to water the greens. A huge Thank You to those who are willing to help. Larry Keller Director of Common Area 2 Sent 2021-02-24: LOST: another divot repair tool - I lost a divot repair tool a couple of months ago and would like it back also if found. It is metal and has a ball marker with a swirl design. I check the lost & found on occasion but it has not been turned in. Dan Crothers 901-491-2147 Sent 2021-02-23: NOTICE: Executive Board Meeting on Feb 25, 2021 - President Tramel has called an Executive Board Meeting to be held this Thu, Feb 25, 2021 at 3:30 PM in Retzlaff Hall for all Board Members. Social distancing and masks are required. This is a closed session as permitted by Texas law since the meeting pertains to personnel and potential litigation issues. This Executive Board Meeting Agenda follows. Consideration of adjusting Annual Leave for SEPO employees who were unable to report to work the week, of February 15-19, 2021. Various alleged SEPO violations and agreeing on an action plan to address each issue. Examine a situation related to definition of “Renters”. Identify process of resolving complaints from Residents or others. Other related items from Directors regarding personnel and or litigation. Discussions, resolutions and / or identification of action plans regarding issues noted above. Tony Tramel SEPO Board President Sent 2021-02-23: Missing Package - Missing Package - Addressed to: Hazel Livingston @ 4313 N Kansas Was delivered 2/11/2021 to General Purpose Room ... If you accidentally picked it up ... please call the office ASAP!! Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 Sent 2021-02-23: LOST: divot repair tool - I lost a divot repair tool on our golf course about a week or so ago. It has a Casey's emblem, and was a gift from my former employer and has some sentimental value. If found, please call Howard Hecker at 515-205-8747. Thank you. Sent 2021-02-23: Hot Tub - Some of the jet coverings in the hot tub were missing and have been replaced. All the jets are working properly -- just differently than before. Please, do not attempt to reposition the jets as that tends to break them. Thanks. Jean Burgoine Sent 2021-02-23: FINAL REMINDER: MAR 2021 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on FEB 24 - This is the FINAL reminder. If you have an article you would like published in the MAR 2021 Sunshine Newsletter, it needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of the current month. Remember - This is the last official Newsletter for the 2020-2021 Winter Season. Newsletter Guidelines are posted HERE . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Newsletter Editor 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-22: Sunburst Building Water tank - The small water heater in the Sunburst Building was replaced today. Hot water should be available now in that building. Jean Burgoine Sent 2021-02-22: Pictures from Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - I've been told I totally missed the Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader event last night. I went to my front porch at 5:30 but I guess it was already over. BUMMER. So, if anyone has pictures I can post on the Web site, please send them to me or contact me so I can get them off of whatever device you have them on. Thx Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-22: AGENDA for Board Meeting on Feb 25, 2021 - The agenda has been added to the Web site HERE and will be posted outside of the SEPO Office and on the poolside door into Retzlaff Hall. Tony Tramel SEPO Board President Sent 2021-02-22: CORRECTED: UNAPPROVED Meeting Minutes from Feb 16, 2021 SEPO 2021 Board Meeting - The corrected document can be found HERE . Beth Parrish SEPO 2021 Board Secretary Sent 2021-02-20: UNAPPROVED Meeting Minutes from Feb 16,2021 SEPO Board 2021 Meeting - NOTE - On 2021-02-22 these minutes were corrected and sent out to the community. The corrected document can be found HERE . Beth Parrish SEPO 2021 Board Secretary Sent 2021-02-20: Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Feb 16, 2020 (Unapproved) - This documents can be found HERE . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-02-20: Sunburst Building Water Pipe - There will be no hot water in the Sunburst building. Some pipes burst. The problem will be fixed early next week. Jean Burgoine SEPO Board Director Common Area 1 Sent 2021-02-19: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Because the air is still so cold, the committee decided to hold the Mardi Gras "Follow the Leader" on Sunday. Hopefully, this will be the last change we need to make. DAY/DATE: Sunday , February 21, 2021 TIME: 4:00 - Meet at the North side of Retzlaff Hall JUDGING: 4:30 to 5:00 - Prizes awarded and parade lineup There are six cash prizes: three for the best cart and three for the best costume. You can enter both or just one. The parade will start around 5:00 for those who are watching. Masks or a costume mask must be worn as usual. So decorate and make a costume! See you there! Marian Young Thanks to the other committee members: Eileen Anderson, Sue Swidryk, Lehua Keller, Lenore Combs, and Pam Lacy Sent 2021-02-19: Resident Passing - Ron Salemi passed away today (Feb 19). Valerie Basaldua SEPO Office Manager Sent 2021-02-19: Calling All Dogs - Our first dog nail clipping service with Sandra Delaunay was a success. Having one person come to the Estates, as far as Covid-19 is concerned, is better than 20 people going out to different places. We set appointments for everyone so there was never a crowd. In between each appointment, we used sanitizer and cleaned the table. Our next Spa Day for your Pup will be held this Tuesday. All sizes of dogs are welcome. DATE: February 23, 2021 TIME: 1 - 4 pm LOCATION: Dog park in the storage lot. CALL: Pam Lacy @ 218-443-3416 to set up an appointment COST: $10 Masks & SD Marian Young Sent 2021-02-19: Resident Passing - David Preter passed away last evening, February 18, 2021. Our thoughts and Prayers to Gerri and Their Family. Kathy Wunderlich Sent 2021-02-17: Web site has been updated - I was able to update the Sunshine Web site just now with the below. EOY 2020 SEPO Financials are HERE . Link to Video of Virtual SEPO Board meetings held on Feb 16, 2021 are HERE . Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-17: SEPO December 2020 Financials - Hello Homeowners, HERE are the financials for December. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Mecca Henry SEPO Treasurer (469) 766-4245 meccahen@yahoo.com Sent 2021-02-17: Link to view SEPO "Annual Meeting of Shareholders" from Feb 16, 2021 - Both the SEPO Annual Board meeting and the first Board meeting of the new 2021 board were held on Feb 16, 2021 starting at 3 PM and ending at 3:38 PM. These meetings were both Virtual using Google Meet and were recorded. HERE is the link to the recording which everyone is welcome to view. I will be putting this link on the Web site HERE . However the Web site editor is currently down and I can't do any updating to it right now. If you have any questions about or issues with viewing this video, let me know. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-17: NW-CERT Minutes of 15 Feb 2021 Virtual meeting - Minutes from this meeting are available HERE . Lenore Combs Sent 2021-02-17: SEPO Office Manager Apologies/Situation - I would like to apologize to the community for not being in the office these past few days. I have been out of power at home and have been with my kids trying to stay warm. Thx for your understanding. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2021-02-17: REMINDER: MAR 2021 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Feb 24, 2021 - If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Mar 2021 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of this month. Please note this will be the last Newsletter published for the 2020-2021 Winter Season. Newsletter Guidelines are posted HERE . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-16: Results of 2021 SEPO Board Elections - Here are the results of the election of the SEPO 2021 Board announced at the SEPO Annual meeting on Feb 16, 2021. There were a total of four positions that needed to be filled. Their terms expire in Feb 2023. The vote totals were as follows: Larry Keller (206) Jean Burgoine (202) Beth Parrish (202) Lenore Combs (199) Dana Weiss (81) Your returning SEPO Board members, whose terms expire in Feb 2022 are (in alphabetical order): Mecca Henry Lyn Swonger Tony Tramel After the Annual meeting was adjourned the new board convened their first meeting where elections were held to fill the Director positions for the 2021 Board. The results are as follows: President: Tony Tramel Director of Golf Course & 1st VP: Lyn Swonger Director of Common Area 1: Jean Burgoine Director of Common Area 2 & 2nd VP: Larry Keller Director of Common Area 3: Lenore Combs Treasurer: Mecca Henry Secretary: Beth Parrish Additional information about these positions and Board member phone numbers can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Your 2021 SEPO Board Sent 2021-02-15: MARKETPLACE: Home for Sale - Please note the below new listing, along with pictures, in the Sunshine Marketplace - Homes for Sale . 4168 N Missouri St - (New Listing 02-15-2021) Home Owner: Elwood and Mary Dronen Contact #: 701 361-5856 Description: Built 1984 960 Sq Ft 2 bedrooms / 2 baths Totally updated bricked over doublewide mobile home. Texas room, shed, carport Laminate floors thru-out (except baths are tiled) Sent 2021-02-15: CANCELLED: Men's Golf League on Tue, Feb 16 - Due to the weather Men's Golf League is cancelled for Tue, Feb. 16, 2021. Mark Owen Sent 2021-02-15: Neighborhood Watch Meeting Details for Today (A Good Use of your time) - In case you haven't received this yet, it concerns the NW meeting info for today. You are no doubt just as bored as I am today - all locked in and tired of daytime TV. If you haven't been to a Neighborhood Watch meeting before, this afternoon (Monday 2/15) at 3:00 is your chance to do something different. Neighborhood Watch is that group of volunteers that patrol our streets in the evenings, offer Operation ID services and also operate the security cameras. Catalytic converter thefts are going wild in St. Paul MN these days and we can probably expect them to become popular here in Harlingen again. It was the IR perimeter monitoring of the storage lot that seems to have taught the locals to leave us alone, but memories are short. Neighborhood watch does a lot for us. This afternoon you may as well set in on the virtual meeting and learn a lot more about NW. About 5 or 10 minutes before 3:00, click on the following: https://meet.google.com/tgt-wrgz-jcf and ask to be admittted to the meeting. Once admitted it might be good for you to mute your microphone unless you want everyone to hear what is happening in your house. The agenda can be found HERE . It will be time well spent and you may want to offer opinions or suggestions. Take Care and Stay Safe Pat Harvey patharvey4169@gmail.com Sent 2021-02-15: REMINDER: "Annual Meeting of Shareholders" Mtg (02-16-2021, 3 PM) Google Meet Instructions - SEPO ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS 3:00 PM, Virtual Google Meet Only Tuesday, February 16, 2021 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Because of Covid-19, only a Virtual Meeting will occur. Persons who wish to attend this meeting can do so by Clicking the following link beginning at 2:45 PM. Board members and SEPO residents will be connecting virtually, there will not be any physical meeting in Retzlaff Hall. Here is the link for the Annual Meeting. To join the video meeting, follow the instructions posted HERE . Please make your screen and microphone are available on your device by checking off the area shown on your screen to activate these features once connected. At the bottom of the screen, you will see a button noted as “Caption”, please turn this on so you might be able to see the text of words spoken by each person during the meeting. Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-02-15: POSTPONED: Mardi Gras - Follow the Leader - Hey Everyone, Since the weather is so, so cold, we have decided to have the Mardi Gras - Follow the Leader on Saturday. It will be more fun to decorate your cart in warmer weather. Sorry for the late notice. Here are the details for Mardi Gras. DAY/DATE: Saturday, February 20, 2021 TIME: 4:30 - Meet at the North side of Retzlaff Hall JUDGING: 5:00 to 5:30 - Prizes awarded and parade lineup There are six cash prizes: three for the best cart and three for the best costume. You can enter both or just one. The parade will start around 5:30 for those who are watching. Masks or a costume mask must be worn as usual. So decorate and make a costume! See you there! Marian Young Thanks to the other committee members: Eileen Anderson, Sue Swidryk, Lehua Keller, and Pam Lacy Sent 2021-02-15: MARKETPLACE: Home for Sale by Owner - Please note the below new listing in the Sunshine Marketplace - Homes for Sale . 1956 W Iowa Ave (New Listing 02-15-2021) - Homeowner: Art and Phaedra Serna Contact: Phaedra Serna (512-922-4101) Description: Built 1992, 1690 sq ft. 2 bedroom / 2 bath. Large family room. Fully remodeled in 2020 – Popcorn ceilings removed. Whole house tiled. New granite throughout. All new sinks and faucets. All new LED lighting throughout. New door handles, outlets and switches. Freshly painted cabinets, walls and trim. New shower in the master bath. Both toilets replaced with tall height. New stainless steel appliances. New fridge depth pantry. Home comes with all kitchen appliances. The rest will be unfurnished. Four new dusk to dawn exterior lights. New security system installed and owned (monthly monitoring service required). Wired for four security cameras (not included). Home has hurricane shutters on all windows. This home has never flooded since it sits on the higher side of the community. Comes with large owned on-site storage shed, which is currently located on Lot #6. The rent is $100 per year for this lot. NOTE: You would need to converse with the SEPO Office as to the availability of this lot or a different lot for this shed. Sent 2021-02-13: Letter of Appreciation - I just wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for the wonderful job that our employees are doing here at Sunshine Estates. Along with a few residents who have contributed their time and efforts as well. Thanks to their hard work, we have been able to do a better job in serving our community and keeping up with what is expected here at Sunshine. You should know that I am grateful to everyone who has contributed up to this point. I sincerely want to thank them again in keeping us happy and safe. Frank Tewell 2nd Vice President , Director of Common Area Sent 2021-02-10: Texas Ave Keypad - Part came in, keypad has been repaired !! If you need the code it is on the Web site HERE . Sincerely, Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2021-02-10: Availability to Send SEPO E-Mails (UPDATE) - My schedule for the rest of the week up here in the Freezing Cold & Snowy Midwest has been set. After 7 PM today (02-10) I won't be able to send SEPO e-mails until Sunday morning. That is because I won't have internet availability until I return to TX late Sat evening. Unfortunately the mobile app for sending SEPO e-mails doesn't work correctly right now. If you have anything that is an emergency during that time, call me and I'll try to figure something out. Thx for your understanding during this time period. Beth Parrish SEPO E-Mail E-News Admin E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-10: MARKETPLACE: Golf Bags/Clubs for Sale - MARKETPLACE has been updated to contain the following: "FOR SALE" - Golf Bags & Clubs (Added 02-10-2021) Contact: Althea Millsap 956-428-5865 (H) OR 956-792-9752 (C) Description: Lady's Golf Bag Men's Golf Bag Various Golf Clubs Asking Price: Various Please remember the above and other items your neighbors have For Sale or Free can be found HERE . Sent 2021-02-09: Slight Revisions to SEPO "ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS" Documents for February 16, 2021 - There have been some minor revisions made to the documents that will be used/discussed during the Feb. 16, 2021 SEPO Annual Meeting. Beth has updated the information on the Web site here . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-02-08: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Just FYI - The title of the Mardi Gras event coming up on Feb 16 has been changed to "Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader". Beth has changed all references to this event on the Web site from "Parade" to "Follow the Leader". All other details and fun times remaining the same. Call with any questions. Marian Young (719) 468-4556 Sent 2021-02-08: Cameron County Appraisal District - Heads Up - Cameron County Appraisal District will be walking around the community for the next couple of days inspecting the properties. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2021-02-06: UPDATE: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Hi Everyone, Thanks to Lenore Combs for planning a "Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader" event. The first email I sent out was written and researched by Lenore. Here are the details for Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader. DAY/DATE: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 TIME: 4:30 - Meet at the North side of Retzlaff Hall JUDGING: 5:00 to 5:30 - Prizes awarded and 'follow the leader' lineup There are six cash prizes: three for the best cart and three for the best costume. You can enter both or just one. The 'follow the leader' event will start around 5:30 for those who are watching. Masks or a costume mask must be worn as usual. So decorate and make a costume! See you there! Marian Young Thanks to the other committee members: Eileen Anderson, Sue Swidryk, Lehua Keller, and Pam Lacy Sent 2021-02-06: Non-Sunshine Event: Brownsville Boat Tour - From Beth - Although the below is a non-sunshine event, I am sending it out due to this season's Covid-19 restrictions, which puts very strict guidelines on the activities that can be participated in here at Sunshine. *************** Padre Island to Port of Brownsville Boat Trip I am thinking about putting together a Port of Brownsville boat trip on Wednesday, February 17, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm. It will be with the Original Dolphins Watch line who have been providing winter Texans with fun and informative tours for many years. You will see the giant oil platforms on the Gulf of Mexico and a wide assortment of international ships that ply their trade through the Port of Brownsville, The Port of Brownsville is the home to five of the nations largest ship-wrecking companies...who knew there was such a thing? It is also possible you will see native dolphins, local and migratory birds and learn about the shrimping industry. The boat will hold 40 people (actually the boat will hold 75 people, but because of Covid-19, I am limiting it to 40 people only). Beer, wine and shrimp will be offered. You can bring your own cooler. Afterwards, we might want to visit one of the restaurants on the island for dinner and/or drinks. The cost (if we have forty people) is $35.00 which incudes the beer, wine and shrimp. You can call or message me at 847 452-7804, or email at sswidryk007@aaol.com if you are interested. Sent 2021-02-06: MARKETPLACE: For Rent - 4121 N MO - The following item has been added to the "Marketplace: Home for Rent " on the Web site. 4112 N Missouri St - Home Owner: Mike Winner Contact: Sam Davis 956-244-4682 or 956-425-4193 Renting For: 3 months minimum Description: 1 Bdrm-1 Bath,fully furnished Mobile with car port Cable TV included Golf Cart Included WiFi is available, but not included NO PETS NO SMOKING ON PROPERTY Sam Davis Sent 2021-02-05: Unapproved SEPO "Board Meeting Minutes" to be Considered at February 16, 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders AND SEPO "ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS" AGENDA for February 16, 2021 Both of these documents can be found HERE . Tony Tramel SEPO Board Secretary S ent 2021-02-03: Former Resident/Renter Passing - Several of you knew Florence Parrish - or Flo - as she liked to be called when she was here at Sunshine. She lived in our house on Iowa during the winters until we were both retired. Then she rented down here for several seasons up until a couple years ago. We just wanted to inform everyone that she passed away peacefully at 10 AM this morning in the hospice center in Burlington, IA, where she had been residing since early last June. Beth & Dick Parrish Sent 2021-02-03: Availability to Send SEPO E-Mails - As an FYI - I will be leaving Harlingen Thu morning to go up north for a week or so. I will still be able to send e-mails - but it may take me a while to send them out after I receive them from you. If you have anything that is an emergency, please text me at the number below. Note - I will be flying Thu morning and totally unavailable. Thanks for your understanding. Beth Parrish SEPO E-Mail E-News Admin E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02-02: DIRECTORIES: All have been UPDATED - Please Review - All of the Directories have been updated and contain a date of Jan 31, 2021. You can access the following directories Resident Directory (by Name) Resident Directory (by Address) E-Mail directory (Current Residents & Renters) Photo Directory index on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please review them for accuracy and provide both me (at the e-mail address below) and Valerie ( sepo.office@gmail.com ) with any needed changes. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-02: Mardi Gras: Let's Have a 'Follow the Leader' event - MARDI GRAS: FOLLOW THE LEADER 16 FEBRUARY 2021 Mardi – is French for “Tuesday” and Gras means “Fat”. Carnival is another common name for Pre-Lenten festivities because in Latin carnelevarium means to take away or remove meat. Dear Friends, Mark your calendars for Tuesday - 16 February 2021. Our Women’s Club is the sponsor and Eileen Anderson and Marian Young are points of contact. Looking for lots of volunteers and great ideas – contact Eileen at 507 317 0296 and or Marian 719 468 4556. Eileen and Marian can plan a meeting. * This is an initial announcement for this Mardi Gras event – so start forming your ideas and Krewes - do your colors. Prizes will be awarded. Here’s a little history to get you in the spirit. Mardi Gras, is traditionally celebrated as “Fat Tuesday” before Ash Wednesday and is the start of Lent. It is a tradition dating back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rights. The first Mardi Gras took place in March 1699 when French explorers landed in New Orleans where they held a small celebration dubbed Port du Mardi Gras. In the decades that followed, New Orleans and other French settlements began marking the holiday with street parties, masked balls and lavish dinners. In 1857, a secret society of New Orleans businessmen called the Mistick Krewe of Comus organized a torch-lit Mardi Gras procession with marching bands and rolling floats setting the tone for future public celebrations. These iconic colors have meaning – Purple is for justice, gold is power and green stands for faith. Since then, these krewes have remained a fixture of the Carnival scene including throwing beads, wearing masks, decorating floats and eating King cake. Let’s add Sunshine to the map! Marian Young Sent 2021-02-02: Resident Passing - Doug Schmidt - I was informed today that Sunshine resident Doug Schmidt passed away on Jan 31. I have no other details on his passing. Beth Parrish Sent 2021-02-02: MARKETPLACE: Levolor Vertical Blinds - MARKETPLACE has been updated to reflect the below and other items your neighbors have For Sale or Free. Check it out HERE . "FOR SALE" - Blinds Contact: Denise Utterback (618-546-1417) Description: 5 sets of Levolor vertical blinds. Measuring 71w x 59 in. Sierra stone. Can cut to length. Excellent condition. Asking Price: Reasonable Back to Top

Activities Schedule - Women's Club ( 2020-2021) Some "ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED" Activities are CANCELLED. Some "NEW" Activities are being added that follow Covid-19 Guidelines. See below for Details of each Event Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader (02-20-2021): Complete Glow Ball Night Golf (01-22-2021): Complete Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt (12-19-2020): Complete Veterans Day Tribute (11-11-2020): Complete MASK-O-RADE (10-31-2020): Complete CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 ******************************** Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader (02-20-2021): Complete COMPLETE Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader (Postponed to Feb 21, 2021) Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 02-20-21 Tue Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader (Marian Young) Sent 2021-02-19: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Sent 2021-02-19: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Hey Everyone - Since the weather is so, so cold, we have decided to have the Follow the Leader on Saturday. It will be more fun to decorate your cart in warmer weather. Sorry for the late notice. Here are the details for Mardi Gras. DAY/DATE: Saturday, February 20, 2021 TIME: 4:30 - Meet at the North side of Retzlaff Hall JUDGING: 5:00 to 5:30 - Prizes awarded and parade lineup There are six cash prizes: three for the best cart and three for the best costume. You can enter both or just one. The parade will start around 5:30 for those who are watching. Masks or a costume mask must be worn as usual. So decorate and make a costume! See you there! Marian Young Thanks to the other committee members: Eileen Anderson, Sue Swidryk, Lehua Keller, and Pam Lacy Sent 2021-02-06: UPDATE: Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader - Hi Everyone, Thanks to Lenore Combs for planning a Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader event. The first email I sent out was written and researched by Lenore. Here are the details for "Mardi Gras: Follow the Leader". DAY/DATE: Tuesday, February 16, 2021 TIME: 4:30 - Meet at the North side of Retzlaff Hall JUDGING: 5:00 to 5:30 - Prizes awarded and 'follow the leader' lineup There are six cash prizes: three for the best cart and three for the best costume. You can enter both or just one. The 'Follow the Leader' event will start around 5:30 for those who are watching. Masks or a costume mask must be worn as usual. So decorate and make a costume! See you there! Marian Young Thanks to the other committee members: Eileen Anderson, Sue Swidryk, Lehua Keller, and Pam Lacy Sent 2021-02-02: Mardi Gras: Let's Have a "Follow the Leader" event - MARDI GRAS: FOLLOW THE LEADER 16 FEBRUARY 2021 Mardi – is French for “Tuesday” and Gras means “Fat”. Carnival is another common name for Pre-Lenten festivities because in Latin carnelevarium means to take away or remove meat. Dear Friends, Mark your calendars for Tuesday - 16 February 2021. Our Women’s Club is the sponsor and Eileen Anderson and Marian Young are points of contact. Looking for lots of volunteers and great ideas – contact Eileen at 507 317 0296 and or Marian 719 468 4556. Eileen and Marian can plan a meeting. * This is an initial announcement for this Mardi Gras event – so start forming your ideas and Krewes - do your colors. Prizes will be awarded. Here’s a little history to get you in the spirit. Mardi Gras, is traditionally celebrated as “Fat Tuesday” before Ash Wednesday and is the start of Lent. It is a tradition dating back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rights. The first Mardi Gras took place in March 1699 when French explorers landed in New Orleans where they held a small celebration dubbed Port du Mardi Gras. In the decades that followed, New Orleans and other French settlements began marking the holiday with street parties, masked balls and lavish dinners. In 1857, a secret society of New Orleans businessmen called the Mistick Krewe of Comus organized a torch-lit Mardi Gras procession with marching bands and rolling floats setting the tone for future public celebrations. These iconic colors have meaning – Purple is for justice, gold is power and green stands for faith. Since then, these krewes have remained a fixture of the Carnival scene including throwing beads, wearing masks, decorating floats and eating King cake. Let’s add Sunshine to the map! Marian Young Glow Ball Night Golf (01-22-2021): Complete Back To Top ******************************** COMPLETE Sunshine: Glow Ball Night Golf (Jan 22, 2021) (Postponed from Jan 20, 2021) Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 01-22-21 Fri Glow Ball Night Golfing (Sue Swidryk) (Postponed from 01-20-21) Postponed to - Friday, January 22nd Sent 2020-01-23: PLEASE RETURN: Glow Balls - If anyone has any glow balls from last night, please return them to Suebob. We are missing 57 balls! And please, those of you playing golf at Sunshine over the next few days, keep your eyes peeled for these Glow Balls (which probably won't be glowing anymore) and return them to me. For those of you who didn't play last night, these balls look just like normal golf balls but are clear/seethrough. Thanks All, Sue (Suebob) Swidryk 2012 W Iowa 847-452-7804 Sent 2021-01-20: ATTENTION: Glow Ball Night Golf POSTPONED until Friday, 01-22-21 - Due to weather conditions the Glow Ball Night Golf scheduled for this evening (Jan 20) is being POSTPONED to this coming Friday evening (Jan 22). Everything planned for today now applies to Friday. See below for details. Sue Swidryk WC Activities Director Sent 2021-01-19: Glow Ball Glow: Captains Duties & Pairings - If you haven't had a chance to look at the latest pairings yet, they are listed below. All Glow Golf team captains should go to the pool pavilion to pick up glow balls, necklaces, etc. between 6:00pm and 6:15pm and on to your tees. Please wear masks. Also monies will be distributed Thursday afternoon at pavilion. Team captains ONLY to pick up between 1pm and 3pm. Please wear masks. Check emails Wednesday to see if we need to change the date because of forecast rain. Bum humbug. Thanks Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-17: GOLF GLOW BALL EVENT: Team Pairing Adjustments & Masks - Team Adjustments: There have been some pairing adjustments made to the Golf Glow Ball Teams. So please be sure and look at the roster carefully before heading to your starting hole. Golf Cart Occupancy: Since there will be 72 golfers playing in the event, I have obtained permission from the Board for the following. If you will be playing with residents who are not within your household, you may double-up while riding in a Golf Cart - as long as you are wearing a mask while riding in that cart. Sue Swidryk Sent 2021-01-17: GOLF GLOW BALL EVENT WEDNESDAY JAN 20TH INFORMATION - TEAMS HAVE BEEN POSTED IN LIBRARY AND OUTDOOR GOLF CABINET TEE OFF TIME WILL BE 6:30PM SHARP..SHOULD END AROUND 9:30 THIS IS A SCRAMBLE GOLF EVENT WILL BE PLAYING ALL NINE HOLES PLAYERS SHOULD GO TO THEIR ASSIGNED HOLE BY 6:30. EVERYONE SHOULD BRING SMALL FLASHLIGHT ALL GOLF CARTS NEED TO STAY ON GOLF CART PATH..WALK TO RETRIEVE BALL ON FAIRWAY..IF YOU NEED HELP, ASK TEAM MEMBER THERE WILL BE “WATER BALL RETRIEVERS” ON WATER HOLES ALL PLAYERS WILL RECEIVE A GLOW IN DARK NECKLACE THAT MUST BE WORN ALL TEAMS WILL TEE OFF FROM WOMEN’S TEE SITE LARRY AND LEHUA KELLER WILL BE OFFERING THEIR MOST DELICIOUS BLOODY MARYS ON HOLE #8. HOUSE WILL BE WELL LIT. STOP BY AND ENJOY. AND LAST, BUT NOT LEAST, MONEY PAYOUTS WILL BE DONE THE NEXT DAY. Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-11: REMINDER: Signup for Glow Ball Night Golf - Women's Club Activity - “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20TH Signup is Tuesday, Jan 12 and Wed, Jan 13 at the Pool Pavilion between 9am and 10am. The fee to play will be $10 - Cash only. The fee will be used to cover expenses and do the payouts. All money will be paid out after expenses. Each team will consist of four (4) players. If you want to play with friends, sign up together. Each team of four (4) will get five (5) balls. No one will be disqualified for putting a ball in the water. We will have people retrieving balls from the water. Sue Swidryk Women’s Club Activities Director Sent 2021-01-01: REVISION: " SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING" - See below for updated information after the Jan 2021 Newsletter was sent out concerning: Women's Club Activity - “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20TH How about coming out and trying to golf at night with golf balls that glow in the dark? I tried it the other night...it was quite interesting and pretty funny actually. Only one ball in the water on hole 9.... but the balls float so was able to retrieve it. Nothing too serious, just looking to have a good time with friends and family and some “glow in the dark” golf balls. Night golf is a unique experience. This is a woman’s Cub event to start off our New Year 2021. If you are interested: The event will take place on Wednesday, January 20. Signup WILL NOT be in the Library. It WILL be as follows - Sign up Tuesday, Jan 12 and Wed, Jan 13 at the Pool Pavilion between 9am and 10am. The fee to play will be $10 - Cash only . The fee will be used to cover expenses and do the payouts. All money will be paid out after expenses. Each team will consist of four (4) players. If you want to play with friends, sign up together. Each team of four (4) will get five (5) balls. No one will be disqualified for putting a ball in the water. We will have people retrieving balls from the water. Keep you eye out for posters hanging throughout the community concerning the above. Hope to see you there. Sue Swidryk Women’s Club Activities Director NEWSLETTER: 2021-01: Women's Club Activities: UPCOMING - “SUNSHINE GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLFING” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20TH How about coming out and trying to golf at night with golf balls that glow in the dark? I tried it the other night...it was quite interesting and pretty funny actually. Only one ball in the water on hole 9.... but the balls float so was able to retrieve it. Nothing too serious, just looking to have a good time with friends and family and some “glow in the dark” golf balls. Night golf is a unique experience. This is a woman’s Cub event to start off our New Year 2021. There will be a fee per person to play…which will include supplies and money for prizes. An amount has not been decided upon yet…we need to figure out expenses. But the fee will be posted soon. If you are interested: Signup in the Library Message SueBob at 847-452-7804 or Send an email to me at sswidryk007@aol.com . Cutoff date to register is Friday, January 15th. Sue Swidryk Women’s Club Activities Director ******************************** Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt (12-19-2020): Complete Back To Top COMPLETE Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt - (Dec 19, 2020) Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 12-19-20 Sat Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt (Sue Swidryk) From Sue to Event Participants (2020-12-20): Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt Results - Thank you all so much for participating in the Sunshine Estates Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt. I hope everyone had a good time. The winners were determined by how many clues they found AND how many points were collected. The points were in the parenthesis at the end of each clue: the easiest clues having one point and the hardest clues having 5 points with a mixture in between. I have posted the correct answers in the library. The two winners were Bill and Janet Peterson and Donn and Diane Perkins. One team received a bottle of Baileys Irish Cream and the other team received a $25 gift card to HEB which were supplied by the Sunshine Women's Club. A big thank you to the Scavenger hunt committee: Carolyn Anderson, Jan Baethke and Nancy Luellen, Also to Lassey Dahlstrom who wrote most of the riddles for the clues. Sue Swidryk From Beth: The Clues & Answers are HERE . The Participants/Winners List is HERE . Sent 2020-12-16: Deadline REMINDER + More Info: WC Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt - WOMEN'S CLUB: SUNSHINE GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th, 1:00 - 3:00PM JOIN US FOR A FUN AFTERNOON IN A GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT. The first Sunshine Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt will take place in Sunshine Country Club Estate Saturday, December 19th from 1 pm to 3 pm. You can sign up via one of two methods: (1) in the library or (2) e-mail Sue at sswidryk007@aol.com . You must get on the list in order to participate in this activity. Deadline for signup is TODAY, Wednesday, December 16th @ 5PM. On the day of the event meet in front of the office 10 minutes or so prior to 1 PM. That's where you will be given 'hunt' instructions and your clues. If you are late, you may get a late start on accumulating points (see below). Golf cart teams are challenged to earn the most points while cruising around Sunshine searching for items for which they have been given clues. Teams can be one or two people. First and second place awards will be given for the most points a team accumulates. Don't forget to have your golf cart batteries charged or your gas tank full. Just to clarify - You will never need to get out of your golf cart. The answer to all of the clues will be evident from the comfort of your cart. It might be benificial to you if you were to cruise around the STREETS of the Estates prior to the event in order to familiarize yourself with various items in people's yards, driveways, rooftops (yikes) etc. This may save you some precious time on Sat. NOTE: You will not need to drive along the Reasaca edge or go into the Storage Lot area. Only the Streets. Remember to wear masks and follow social distancing rules. Hope to see you there. See above to view the 'poster ' about this event. Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2020-12-08: REMINDER - Women's Club Event: Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt - Sue has been hearing that some residents didn't see her initial notice and she asked me to resend it. So here it is below, along with the poster (above) that is hanging on various Doors & Bulletin Boards throughout Sunshine. (Beth) ************************************************* WOMEN'S CLUB: SUNSHINE GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th, 1:00 - 3:00PM JOIN US FOR A FUN AFTERNOON IN A GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT. The first Sunshine Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt will take place in Sunshine Country Club Estate Saturday, December 19th from 1 pm to 3 pm. You can sign up via one of two methods: (1) in the library or (2) e-mail Sue at sswidryk007@aol.com . You must get on the list in order to participate in this activity. Deadline for signup is Wednesday, December 16th @ 5PM. On the day of the event meet in front of the office 10 minutes or so prior to 1 PM. That's where you will be given 'hunt' instructions and your clues. If you are late, you may get a late start on accumulating points (see below). Golf cart teams are challenged to earn the most points while cruising around Sunshine searching for items for which they have been given clues. Teams can be one or two people. First and second place awards will be given for the most points a team accumulates. Don't forget to have your golf cart batteries charged or your gas tank full. Remember to wear masks and follow social distancing rules. Hope to see you there. Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2020-12-03: Women's Club Event: Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt - WOMEN'S CLUB: SUNSHINE GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19th, 1:00 - 3:00PM JOIN US FOR A FUN AFTERNOON IN A GOLF CART SCAVENGER HUNT. The first Sunshine Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt will take place in Sunshine Country Club Estates Saturday, December 19th from 1PM to 3PM. Golf cart teams are challenged to earn the most points while cruising around Sunshine searching for items for which they have been given clues. Teams can be one or two people. First and second place awards will be given for the most points a team accumulates. Don't forget to have your golf cart batteries charged or your gas tank full. You can sign up in the library or you can e-mail Sue at sswidryk007@aol.com . Deadline for signup is Wednesday, December 16th @ 5PM. Meet in front of the office prior to 1 PM. That's where you will be given 'hunt' instructions and your clues. Please wear masks and keep social distancing. Sue Swidryk Women's Club Activities Director Veterans Day Tribute (11-11-2020): Complete Back To Top ******************************** COMPLETE VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE - (Nov 11, 2020) 11-11-20 Wed Veteran’s Day (Lenore Combs & Marian Young) Sent 2020-11-04: Veterans Day tribute - forming a committee - Dear Friends, On Wednesday 11 November we will have a Veterans day tribute (sponsored by the Women's Club). See the Details above. May I please have some volunteers to assist. Flag bearers for Branch Flags etc. Ushers for the gazebo area. Tentative game plan: Golf Cart procession down to the Gazebo, small tribute - see poster above. If anyone wants to help please contact Lenore 956 245 1276 -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 USAF Veteran * SCCE Resident Sent 2020-11-07: Veterans Day Tribute - call out for helpers - Committee Meetings scheduled - Dear Friends, Planning is in the works for this Wednesday Veterans Day 11 NOVEMBER program Meeting: Welcome for all those with interest and sharing of ideas - meet at the Gazebo Sunday 8 Nov and Monday 9 Nov 3pm . Won't take long 😷 ❤ -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 USAF Nurse Veteran, SCCE Resident Sent 2020-11-10: Veterans Day - residents agenda - invitation - All the information you need/want to know about the Women's Club: Veterans Day Tribute can be found and printed HERE . Please call w/questions and I hope to see you at the Tribute tomorrow (Nov 11) -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2020-11-15: Veterans Day Program: Video now on Web site - One of our Sunshine residents was able to capture on video some/most of the Women's Club Veterans Day Tribute last Wed, Nov 11, 2020. Today I figured out how to load it to the Web site (see below) for any of you who would like to view or re-view it. It's my first time loading a video out here, so if anyone has any issue viewing it, give me a call. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Vaterans Day Part 1-Nov 11, 2020 Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Veterans Day-Part 2 Nov 11, 2020 Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Back To Top ******************************* COMPLETE MASK-O-RADE Golf Cart & Costume Event - (Oct 31, 2020) MASK-O-RADE (10-31-2020): Complete Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 10-31-20 Sat MASK-O-RADE Golf Cart & Costume Event Sue Swidryk, Pam Lacy, Lenore Combs & Sylvia Nelson) ******************************* 2020-10-31: And the Winner's Are - Three places were recognized for the Best Costume. And they went to (in no particular order): Bonnie Fransene Rich DeBackere Heidi Dill Three places were recognized for Best Golf Cart. And they went to (in no particular order): Vern & Nancy Luellen Deb Jones & Jill Ventrello David & Robin Fleiner Sent 2020-10-26: Event Notice - MASK-O-RADE: Oct 31, 2020 - MASK-O-RADE Come Join in the Fun (See Details on Above Poster) Sent 2020-10-31: REMINDER: Women's Club MASK-O-RADE this evening AND Need for Pictures - Hi All - I'm sending this on behalf of the Women's Club and the SEPO Web site. For the Women's Club: This is a reminder of the MASK-O-RADE festivities this evening. Click HERE for attachment with details. I've been walking around the community and saw several homeowners decorating their golf carts. It should be loads of fun. For the Web site: The Sunshine Web site is thirsting for events this year. Due to the pandemic it hasn't received much relief. However, the MASK-O-RADE this evening is a perfect opportunity for one and all to help out. The Web site needs pictures - and lots of them - of this evening's festivities. Your pictures can be sent to Beth Parrish at the e-mail address below. Or give me a call and I can arrange to get them from you by other means (USB stick, etc). Beth Parrish bethparrish107@charter.net 314-960-6710 Sent 2020-10-31: Thanks for the MASK-O-RADE - Congrats Sue Bob on the fist Women's Club event of this weird year. It was fun to watch. Thank you so much to the unknown woman who handed me a beautiful, illuminated balloon as the parade passed by. I hope you all had a nice time despite the necessary restrictions. Lassey Back To Top ******************************* These Women's Club Activities are CANCELLED at this time. Date Day Event (Chairpersons) 10-30-20 Fri Mexican Fiesta (Nancy Luellen) 11-22-20 Sun Goofy Golf Co-chairs (Derek & Janis McFee) 11-26-20 Thu Thanksgiving Dinner (NEED CHAIRs) 12-04-20 Fri Craft & Bake Sale (Terry Debackere & Debbie Robins) 12-25-20 Fri Christmas Dinner (NEED CHAIRs) 01-21-21 Thu New Homeowners' (Vickie Jones & Sherri Gardner) 02-07-21 Sun SuperBowl Party ( Eileen Anderson & Pam Lacy) 02-26-21 Fri Casino Night #1 (Roy & Debbie Robins) 02-27-21 Sat Casino Night # 2 (Roy & Debbie Robins) 03-09-21 Tue Hillbilly Hog Roast (Carolyn Anderson) CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 Back To Top

SEPO Board Meetings: Regular & Special (Agendas - Recordings - Minutes) (04-01-2022 thru 09-30-2022 Summer Season) Go directly to the Information you are looking for by clicking an item below. Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2022-09-12) Board Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2022-09-12) Board Mtg (Reg) Video (2022-09-12 Board Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2022-06-10) Board Mtg (Spec) Video (2022-06-10) Board Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2022-06-10) Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2022-04-21) Board Mtg (Reg) Video (2022-04-21) Board Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2022-04-21) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Regular) Minutes Thu, Sep 12, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2022-09-12) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Regular) Video Thu, Sep 12, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Reg) Video (2022-09-12 ************************ BOARD MEETING (Regular) NOTICE OF & AGENDA FOR Mon, Sep 12, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2022-09-12) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Special) Minutes Thu, Jun 10, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Spec) Minutes (2022-06-10) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Special) Video Fri, Jun 10, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Spec) Video (2022-06-10) ************************ BOARD MEETING (Special) NOTICE OF & AGENDA FOR Fri, Jun 10, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Spec) Agenda (2022-06-10) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Regular) Minutes Thu, Apr 21, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes (2022-04-21) Board Mtg (Reg) Video (2022-04-21) ************************* BOARD MEETING (Regular) Video Thu, Apr 21, 2022 @ 1 PM Board Mtg (Reg) Agenda (2022-04-21) ************************ BOARD MEETING (Regular) NOTICE OF & AGENDA FOR Thu, Apr 21, 2022 @ 1 PM Back to Top

Women's Club ( 2024 - 2026) Officers & Standing Committee Chairpersons Women's Club Officers (2024-2026) Previous WC Boards 2024-2026: WC Board BIOS President: Pam Davis (term ends Feb 2026) Vice-President: Pam Lacy (term ends Feb 2026) Secretary: Lisa Perrier (term ends Feb 2026) Treasurer: Marlene Parker (term ends Feb 2026) Women's Club Standing Committee Chairpersons ( Current) : Activities Director - Jill Ventrello Audit - Judy Stone Historian - Mari Tennant (need replacement) Librarian - Reva Allen Memorial - Karen Basse Newsletter - Beth Parrish Purchasing - Sherri Gardner & Vickie Jones Back to Top

S EPO Community E-Mails: September 2021 Sent 2021-09-29: MARKETPLACE: Any Updates Needed? - In looking at the Household+ Marketplace pages on the Web site I was wondering if there are any updates that need to be made. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-29: SEPO Suggestion COMPLETED: Community Divided & No New Covid-19 Mandates Needed - One of our Sunshine residents submitted a SEPO Suggestion/Complaint/Idea form stating they felt the community is divided and assaulting each other and they didn't feel mandates to segregate vaccinated vs unvaccinated persons within the community were necessary. The Board is working to resolve any issues that may be causing residents to feel the community is divided and assaulting each other. If anyone is saying there are forthcoming mandates to segregate vaccinated vs unvaccinated persons within the community, that is definitely not the case. It is only rumor. The resident has been informed of this and the Board thanks the resident for their input. To see details concerning this and other residents' input click HERE . SEPO Board Sent 2021-09-28: Additional Street Construction/Repairs in Sunshine - The minutes from the Sep 23, 2021 Board meeting are not yet ready for distribution. But we wanted to give everyone an update on the ongoing street construction on W Indiana Circle and the street repairs that started today on W Michigan Ave. Sorry this didn't go out sooner, but everything happened very quickly this week concerning the street repairs. At the 09-23 meeting Larry Keller had asked the Board to consider appropriating a maximum of $20,000 to remove and repair defective asphalt pavement, including but not limited to W Michigan Ave, W Iowa Ave, N Missouri St and seal coating the outer edges of W Texas Ave. He proposed we use the same company, D & J Site Construction, that has been working on W Indiana Circle as they were still onsite and we had established a good relationship with them. The Board approved Larry's request. Tony talked to the contractor and he was able to start on road repair work on W Michigan today. Owners on W Michigan are able to work around this construction by parking their vehicles next to the tennis courts. A 2-pass seal coat is scheduled for W Indiana Circle, which will require the entire street to be closed for 3 days. W Indiana Circle residents will be notified as the contractor prepares for this effort next week. If weather holds off, the Contractor may finish this repair work on W Michigan and W Indiana Circle in the next 2-3 weeks or less. Larry Keller and Tony Tramel SEPO Board Sent 2021-09-28: O'Clockers Golf - Our evening (O'Clockers) golf scramble will change times starting Sunday October 3rd. We will be playing at 5:00 as it is getting darker earlier. Meet beside the shuffleboard courts at 4:45 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 Sent 2021-09-28: IMPORTANT: Water Pump Breakdown - We had a water pump malfunction today and are currently running water using our backup pump. Please refrain from watering your yards until further notice. Thank You. Lyn Swonger (by Beth Parrish) Sent 2021-09-28: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: Oct 2021 - I have completed the first Sunshine Newsletter for this upcoming winter season (2021-2022). It contains LOTS of good/useful information. So please take the time to read through it. However, I've tried and tried to put it into the body of this e-mail - without success. There's just too many graphics and indentions to do it without loads of efforts. So, please please please, click on this link and pull it up on the Web site HERE . All newsletters back to the 2018-2019 winter season can always be found HERE . If you have any issues viewing the newsletter or need help with anything, please let me know. I will be sending it to Valerie shortly to print copies for the library. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Manager E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-27: Summer Potluck - Hey Friends, Our last potluck for the summer is this Thursday. 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. Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021 Time: 4:00 social hour, eat at 4:30 Place: Retzlaff Hall See you Thursday! Marian Young 719-468-4556 Sent 2021-09-26: Neighborhood Watch Minutes from 09-20-2021 - Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! MINUTES – Monday - 20 September 2021 - 3pm - Retzlaff Hall Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Officers Bravo and Moreno, NW HPD District Representatives Dear NW- CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends, We had a small meeting with a large input yesterday. Thank you for taking your time. Please see the Minutes, with all of the details, from this meeting HERE . Sent 2021-09-26: Resident Passing - Sharon Ridlon, wife of Roy, lost her battle with Cancer on Saturday, September 25, 2021. Prayers for the family. Cards can be sent to Roy Ridlon on Missouri. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1275 Sent 2021-09-24: Video of Special SEPO Board Meetings held on 09-21-21 (Correction) & 09-23-21 (Addition) - As I was preparing to send this e-mail I noticed I had mistated something in the e-mail I sent about the 09-21 Board Meeting video. So here is the correction concerning 09-21 and the additional 09-23 Board Meeting video info. CORRECTION: The Special SEPO Board meeting held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT was a Hybrid meeting. Retzlaff Hall was open to Board members and those residents and renters who wished to attend in person. This meeting was recorded and can be viewed directly from here: https://video.wixstatic.com/video/2851bf_cb6452ee482b47ddbc9caac0de3556ec/720p/mp4/file.mp4 ADDITION: The Special SEPO Board meeting held on Thursday, September 23, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT was a Hybrid meeting. Retzlaff Hall was open to Board members and those residents and renters who wished to attend in person. This meeting was recorded and can be viewed directly from here: https://video.wixstatic.com/video/2851bf_cb6452ee482b47ddbc9caac0de3556ec/720p/mp4/file.mp4 Both of the above videos can also be viewed from the Summer 2021 Board Meetings page on the Sunshine Web site HERE . If you have any questions about these videos or issues with viewing them, please let me know. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-24: Access to Sunburst Building (Fitness, Cards & Billiards) - Sunburst building will be closed September 28 and 29, Tuesday and Wednesday, for wax and stripping of the floors. Jean Burgoine Sent 2021-09-22: Various Board meeting documents now available - The following can be found HERE . Video from the Board Meeting on 09-21-2021. UNAPPROVED Minutes from the Board Meeting on 09-21-2021. Revised Agenda for the Board Meeting on 09-23-21. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2021-09-21: Golf Course Spraying - Golf course will be sprayed today September 21, 2021 with Decamba +24D (Weed killing chemicals). Please wash your hands after you are done playing. Lyn Swonger Sent 2021-09-19: SEPO Resident Complaint CLOSED: Maintenance of Ditch behind resident's home - One of our Sunshine residents submitted a SEPO Complaint (via e-mail to the SEPO Board) that the ditch behind the resident's home had never been properly maintained. Tony Tramel acknowledged to the resident, on the same day, that the complaint had been received by the Board. Three attempts to set up a meeting date and time to discuss were never responded to by the resident. Therefore, the SEPO Board is CLOSING this Complaint. The resident has been notified of this CLOSING. To see details concerning this Complaint click HERE . SEPO Board Sent 2021-09-19: NW-CERT meeting Agenda for Monday 20 Sept at 3pm Retz Hall - Dear Friends - This is an open meeting for all residents. Come and add your 2 Cents -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator ******************************* Sunshine Neighborhood Watch – CERT Team (Est. 2008) SCCE - Harlingen’s premier NW & CERT Team. Lights On -- Lock Up and Look Out for each other! Meeting Agenda – Monday - 20 September 2021 - 3pm - Retzlaff Hall Lenore J. Combs, Coordinator 956 245 1276 LJCombs44@gmail.com Officers Bravo and Moreno, NW HPD District Representatives Dear NW- CERT Volunteers, Residents and Friends, This is an open meeting and we welcome your constructive input. At the moment I am choosing to call an in person meeting to discuss the future of our NW-CERT program. Please wear your mask, we will practice social distance and take as many precautions as possible. There may be persons physically attending this event, who are not following CDC recommendations for unvaccinated persons, which means there is potential for exposure to Covid-19. Therefore, each person must decide for themselves if they wish to attend this or any of our SEPO events in person. I wish to get as many helpful hints and opinions as possible. You matter. Sunshine matters. If you cannot attend, please send me your 2 Cents on this agenda. Please see the remaining portion of the Agenda with all of the "Subjects To Be Discussed" HERE . Sent 2021-09-19: Nail Trimming Time - Hey Everyone, - Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates to trim our pet's nails this Wednesday. Date: September 22, 2021 Time: Appointments begin at 1 pm Text or call: Marian at 719-468-4556 to set up an appointment Cost: $10 Thanks, Marian Young Sent 2021-09-18: SEPO Suggestion COMPLETED: New tree on back of Tee Box #5 - One of our Sunshine residents submitted a SEPO Suggestion to replace the tree on the back of Tee Box #5, that was lost during the 2021 winter freeze. After Board investigation, the Board Golf Course Director - Lyn Swonger, has replaced the tree. The resident has been informed of this. The Board thanks the resident for this suggestion. To see details concerning this Suggestion click HERE . SEPO Board Sent 2021-09-16: SEPO Suggestion CLOSED: Weekly Bingo in Retzlaff - One of our Sunshine residents submitted a SEPO Suggestion to start having Bingo in Retzlaff Hall. After Board investigation, which included consultation with the Women's Club, this item was CLOSED based on the following. Per Marian Young (Women's Club Board) we will not be able to have Bingo at SEPO because we are a 55+ community, which prohibits us from having Bingo, selling cards or paying out money. It would be considered gambling if we did it. We could only get a one-time license for $25 for a one-time event, but not ongoing. If we were 60+ we would be exempt. The resident has been informed of this. The Board thanks the resident for the suggestion of a potential SEPO Activity. To see details concerning this Suggestion click HERE . SEPO Board Sent 2021-09-16: Corrected - AGENDA for Board Meeting on Thursday, September 23, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT - The agenda is on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please let me know if you have any issues getting to the document. Valerie will be posting the agenda for the 09-23-21 Board meeting outside her office and on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall by 1 PM, at the latest, on Monday, September 20, 2021. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-16: Corrected - AGENDA for Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT - The agenda is on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please let me know if you have any issues getting to the document. Valerie will be posting the agenda for the 09-21-21 Board meeting outside her office and on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall by End of Day, at the latest, on Friday, September 17, 2021. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-16: Corrected - AGENDA for Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT - The agenda is on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please let me know if you have any issues getting to the document. Valerie will be posting the agenda for the 09-21-21 Board meeting outside her office and on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall by End of Day, at the latest, on Friday, September 17, 2021. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-16: FOUND - Dog - Lost caramel Chihuahua (female) with a collar found by a resident. Contact info: 4337 N. Minnesota 520-236-8374 Sent 2021-09-15: 'EARLY' REMINDER: OCT 2021 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Sep 24, 2021 - Ordinarily this 'first reminder' wouldn't be going out until the 17th of the month. However, since I sent the e-mail near the beginning of Sep 2021 reminding everyone about the upcoming Oct 2021 Newsletter, I have only received two Newsletter articles to publish. My schedule is going to be super crazy starting the end of this week with a couple of Board meetings next week and packing to head back down south. Sooooo, the sooner you get your articles to me, the better. If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Oct 2021 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 24th of this month, at the latest. Please send much sooner if possible. The Newsletter Guidelines, which were updated on Sep 14, 2021, are attached to this e-mail and also posted on the Web site HERE . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-14: SEPO: August 2021 Financials - Hello Fellow Homeowners, I am sending out the August Financials. They were included in the email and are also posted on the website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Mecca Henry Sent 2021-09-14: The Passing of Sam Ford (Former Resident) - Yesterday (9/12/21) Samuel Albert Ford a long time SEPO resident up until 4 years ago went to his eternal rewards. Many of you will remember Sam as a SEPO Board member (twice), or as the president of the Birding and Nature club or the guy who could fix anything. Please remember Sam and Dorsey in your prayers. Pat Harvey (Sam's golfing partner) Sent 2021-09-12: Resident's Daughter Passing - Larry and Linda Etten lost their daughter Friday from cancer. Tracy was 54 with a son and a daughter. Our community holds them in their prayers. Cathy Richmond Sent 2021-09-10: REMINDER: Timing of running personal sprinkler systems - Please do not water personal lawns between 7 PM and 7 AM. Watering between these hours is robbing the golf course sprinkler water at night causing dry spots on greens and fairways. Lyn Swonger Sent 2021-09-10: Resident Passing: More info - Marian Seelye RIP - It is with a sad heart to announce the passing of Marian Seelye, mother of JoAnne Anderson, and past resident of Sunshine. Marian had just come to stay with JoAnne and ultimately make a trip here. Marian laid down for a nap, JoAnne went to check later and she had gone peacefully with the Angels. Marian was special - she was the SCCE Choir Director several years ago for many years and assisted putting on many wonderful shows here, especially at the holidays. She also had her Choir group sing occasionally with the Sunday Night Sunshine Jammers and was a presence in many of Lassey's productions. And she made some great dishes for our Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. We will miss you but remember the "Good Old Days". God Bless American and God bless you and your family. Condolences can be sent to JoAnne Anderson (daughter) 22931 185th Street Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2021-09-09: Resident Passing - I was informed longtime resident Marian Seelye passed away Wed, Sep 8, 2021. Valerie Basaldua Sent 2021-09-08: MARKETPLACE: Household - Fridge for Sale - Go to the MARKETPLACE to see the add below (plus Pictures). "FOR SALE" - Refrigerator - (Added 09-08-2021) Contact: David Fleiner 808 260 0948 Description: LG Stainless Steel Refrigerator Side by Side Two years old - excellent condition Pricing: $850.00 David Fleiner Sent 2021-09-04: Labor Day Potluck - Hey Friends - Our next scheduled Potluck will be this coming Monday, Labor Day, at the hall. We are starting a half hour earlier so the golfers still have time to play at 6pm. Bring a dish to share with others. Coffee, tea, and ice will be provided as well as plates, napkins, and utensils. If you wish, you may bring your own plates, drinks, etc. Date: Monday September 6, 2021 Place: Retzlaff Hall Time: Social Hour 4:00, Eat at 4:30 Any questions, call me 719-468-4556. Marian Young Sent 2021-09-04: SEPO E-News E-mail Mgr Availability - As soon as this e-mail goes out I will be heading up north for a couple of days and won't have internet access in order to send out SEPO e-mails. Thx for your understanding. Beth Parrish SEPO E-News E-Mail E-Mail: sepoenews@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-02: Times for running residents sprinkler systems - Would everyone please check the times they have their sprinkler systems set to run and ensure they are NOT running between 7 PM and 7 AM. The golf course is watered during these times and the water pressure hasn't been sufficient lately. The course is beginning to deteriorate in some areas. Thanks for your prompt attention to this issue. Lyn Swonger SEPO Board Director - Golf Course Sent 2021-09-02: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Meeting Minutes, August 31, 2021 - Trust me - it would be an almost impossibility for me to include the entire minutes document from the August 31, 2021 Board meeting in the BODY of this e-mail. Therefore, the link to the doc is HERE . I strongly encourage you to open this document and read it. I will admit, it is lengthy. However, there was lots of discussion and decisions made that directly affect you as a SEPO resident. Here are a few of them: Newly approved "Rules & Regulations" document concerning Fees for Covenants etc violations located HERE . W IN Circle project update. New “Request Procedure & Form” for non-Board members to Speak at Residents Meetings. (Will be used for the first time at the 10-11-21 Residents meeting. Change to Policies & Procedures to reinstate Golf Trail Fees now to be called ‘Golf Course Improvement’ Fees. Requirement for a SEPO resident/renter golf cart identifier. If you have any issues with opening the Minutes document, please contact me. Respectfully submitted, Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-01: Video of Special SEPO Board Meeting held on August 31, 2021 - The Special SEPO Board meeting held on August 31, 2021 @ 1:00 PM CT was a Hybrid meeting. Retzlaff Hall was open to Board members and those residents and renters who wished to attend in person. This meeting was recorded and can be viewed directly from HERE . This same video can also be viewed from the Board Meetings page on the Sunshine Web site HERE . The minutes from this meeting will be published soon. If you have any questions about this video or issues with viewing it, please let me know. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-01: 2021-2022 SEPO Activities List (known as the 2-pager) - The 2021-2022 SEPO Activities list (commonly called the 2-pager) has been updated as of 08-27-21 based on your requests. Please review it carefully to ensure everything you submitted (last March and throughout the summer) has been listed accurately. Valerie will be posting this document (if she hasn't already) in the library. I have also updated the Web site. Click on the 'Fun Times' logo on this page to view/print it. Please submit any additions/updates, using the "Sunshine Activities/Meeting Request" form available from the SEPO Office or on the Web site HERE . I'm looking forward to the fun times ahead this upcoming winter season. Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary Email: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2021-09-01: SEPO Newsletter: Time to start creating your articles for the Oct 2021 Newsletter - I know some of you aren't in the mode to be thinking about this yet. However, I'm hoping to give everyone who is contemplating submitting a Newsletter article for Oct an early heads up. I have updated the SEPO Newsletter guidelines ever so slightly to, hopefully, be a little more clear about what goes in the Newsletter each month October thru March. The updated guidelines are on the Web site and can be printed from there. Please let me know if you have any questions. Also - Since noone volunteered yet to either help me with the Newsletter or take it over completely I will continue to help out the community by doing it. BUT - I sure would like to hand it off to someone. Thanks Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Manager E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Back to Top

Clubs & Committees (Oct 1, 2023 thru Mar 31, 2024) Additional Details Rock Painting Club (ONGONG) Woodworkers (PERIODIC) Birding & Nature Club Garden Club Fishing Association Quilters: Killer Bees NW: Finger Lickin' Chicken (2024-01-05) Rock Painting Club (ONGONG) *************** Rock Painting Club ONGOING THROUGHOUT EACH YEAR (Meeting Info, Pictures and other items of interest can be found HERE .) Woodworkers (PERIODIC) *************** PERIO DIC Sent 2024-02-07: Woodworker meeting Rescheduled to 1:00 PM February 19 - Due to scheduling conflicts, the decision was made to change the February woodworker meeting from Friday, February 9, to Monday, February 19. Hopefully more people will be able to attend and I’m sorry if I’ve inconvenienced anyone. - Chuck McEvoy, President Woodworkers Woodshop Orientation ( Jan 18, 2024 ) C OMPLETE Sent 2024-01-15: Wood Shop Orientation Class Thursday Jan 18th 5 pm - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Jan 18th 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. Woodshop Orientation (Dec 2 1, 2 02 3 ) C OMPLETE Sent 2023-12-16: Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Dec 21st 5 pm in the Woodshop - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Dec 21st 5 pm in the Woodshop. This class is a requirement for using the Woodshop. A one time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. *************** Birding & Nature Club Sent 2024-03-01: B and N Club meeting reminder - Greetings neighbors, Just an friendly reminder, the Birding and Nature Club monthly meeting will be held in the library, Monday, March 4 at 7PM. This will be the final meeting of the season so hope to see you all there. Also, coming up is our field trip to Resaca de Las Palmas State Park, March 14, 9 AM, admission $4.00. This is a guided tour led by Raul Garza, superintendent of the park. Everyone is welcome! See you there. - Deb Jones 2024-03 NEWSLETTER - Birding and Nature Club Field Trip Hello, Neighbors! The 2024 Bird Migration is upon us and we are very excited to announce our March 14 outing to Resaca de la Palma State Park, just outside Brownsville. We will be guided by Raul Garza, the superintendent of the State Park. We plan on meeting at Retzlaff Hall at 8 am to caravan to Resaca de la Palma or you can just meet us there at 9am. Entry fee is $4.00. Bring a snack or a sack lunch if you like. We anticipate great viewing of several species and even some species that are new to the valley. Contact Tom Stone (715) 292-0360 if you have any questions. So come join us as we learn about and enjoy our beautiful valley. Deb Jones, Secretary, Birding and Nature Club 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - 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 meeting 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 Sent 2023-12-04: CHG OF PLANS: B&N Mtg & Guest Speaker on Dec 4, 2023 - The Birding and Nature Club will be holding their monthly meeting this evening (Dec 4) in Retzlaff Hall prior to speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery. Mike will not start his portion of the evening until around 8 PM. - Bill Peterson Sent 2023-12-01: CORRECTION #2: Birding and Nature Club - Special Speaker - The Birding and Nature Club would like to invite the Gardening Club and anyone interested in the community to come and interact with our speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery on Monday, Dec 4 @ 7pm in Retzlaff Hall. Mike is very knowledgeable on plants native to the RGV and insects and animals drawn to the native plants. We will be taking donations for bird seed. Please spread the word. - Bill Peterson & Tom Stone Sent 2023-11-30: CORRECTION: Birding and Nature Club - Special Speaker - The Birding and Nature Club would like to invite the Gardening Club and anyone interested in the community to come and interact with our speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery on Monday, Dec 4 @ 7pm in the library. Mike is very knowledgeable on plants native to the RGV and insects and animals drawn to the native plants. We will be taking donations for bird seed. Please spread the word. - Bill Peterson Sent 2023-11-29: Special Speaker in Retzlaff Hall Monday Dec 6 @ 7:00 PM - The Birding and Nature Club would like to invite the Gardening Club and anyone interested in the community to come and interact with our speaker "Mike Heap" of Heaps Nursery. Mike is very knowledgeable on plants native to the RGV and insects and ani0mals drawn to the native plants. We will be taking donations for bird seed. Please spread the word. - Bill Peterson Birding & Nature Club Garden Club *************** Garden Club Sent 2024-03-08: Sunshine Garden Club Garage Sale - You are invited to stop by 4329 N Missouri Street for a Garden Club Garage Sale on Saturday, March 9th. Several garden items and a few plants will be available. All proceeds will go to help support the garden club for future projects within our community. Thank you, Susanne Ulrich S alinas Family Far m Tour ( Feb 13 , 2024 ) COM PLETE Sent 2024-02-08: Salinas Family Farm Tour - Sunshine Garden Club Tour Final details on our February Garden Tour in place of a regular garden meeting. Date: February 13th, Tuesday Speaker: Cruz Salinas, Agricultural Specialist Where: Salinas Family Farm, 7233 Simon Gomez Road, Lyford, Texas. Time: Meet by the library at 2:00pm. Let me know if you want to carpool. The tour will start about 2:30pm. We will have to limit to 20 people. A signup sheet will be in the library. If more than 20 we can schedule another tour, so put your name down and we can keep you informed. Cruz will be showing us his vegetable garden, fruit and citrus set up. He has strawberries planted and in the future you can schedule a "U Pick Day". Will discuss his raised beds, drip systems and custom made planting tunnels. - Susanne Ulrich Get-Together (Jan 9, 2024) COM PLETE Sent 2024-01-07: Garden Club Spe aker Tuesday afternoon- Sunshine Garden Get Together this Tuesday, January 9th. Speaker Dr. Julie Mustard will start our day at 3:30 with a tour of Texas Avenue at Butterfly Garden. She will point out what pollinators are present and how to attract more. (Bad weather cancels). Next at 4:30 in Retzlaff Hall, Julie will give a presentation of pollinator insects and is open to all our questions. Everyone is welcome, cookies and bars will be provided. A good will donation will be collected for UTRGV to purchase a few pollinator plants for their gardens. See you Tuesday, Susanne and Deb Get-Together (D ec 12 , 2023 ) COM PLETE 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - Garden Club Get Together for February. Debbie Gossman and I are working on a tour to Salinas Family Farm on February 13th. More details to follow. Salinas Family Farm is a small family owned business located in Lyford, Texas. Organic practices are used. They have "U Pick" for the strawberry season, but all depends on the weather. Also, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, sweet potato, etc. Special note: Debbie is going to practice propagating bouquet roses that are left over from a special occasion or Valentine's Day. Should her experiment work we will have a class next season. So, before you throw, think of Debbie on Iowa Street and we will see what happens over the summer. - Thank you, Susanne Ulrich and Debbie Gossman Sent 2023-12-11: Garden Club Get-Tog ether - Garden Club Get-Together Save the date: Tuesday, December 12th Retzlaff Hall at 6:30 - 7:30 We will have an open discussion about weeding, plants, projects and possible tours. If you have an item to share or extra plants or clippings, please bring them. We can learn from each other and all are welcome. See you Tuesday. - Susanne Ulrich *************** Fishing Association 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - We plan to have a speaker from Breakaway cruises and possibly another speaker at our March meeting. Additionally, we are looking to set up some random fishing days based on the weather, high/low tide, etc. Once dates have been confirmed, we will send an email to participants as well as a Facebook message on the SEPO page to communicate the date(s)/times. We will try to provide as much advance notice as possible. - Submitted by Deb Eich on behalf of Paul Lucas. Hoof & Fin (Dec 1 3, 2023) COMPLETE Sent 2023-12-17: Sincere Thank You from, S CCE Fishing Association - The Board of Directors of the SCCE Fishing Association would like to give the sincerest Thank You to all the volunteers that helped plan, get donations, cooked, served, attended, and supported our fundraising efforts at the Hoof and Fin Event. - Bill Peterson, President SCCE Fishing Association Sent 2023-12-07: Announcement: Fishing Association - Hoof & Fin Event - Tickets for the Hoof and Fin Event hosted by the SCCE Fishing Association will be taken at the library in the lock box until Monday morning at 8:00AM. - Bill Peterson, Club President Sent 2023-12-04: SCCE Fishing Association: Hoof & Fin Event - The ticket sales for the "Hoof and Fin" event will be available Monday, Dec 4, Tuesday, Dec 5 and Wednesday, Dec 6 from 9:00 AM 'till Noon in the library. Virtual tickets, for a price of $12 per plate, will be available with a signup on a sheet and put money in an envelope with your printed name on it and how many tickets you would like. Drop the envelope in the locked box below the bulletin board. There will also be Fishing Association members going around the estates selling tickets. Sales will continue 'till Dec 10. If you have any questions, text Bill Peterson 309-945-2108. Fishing Association *************** Quilters: Killer Bees 2024-02 NEWSLETTER - The Killer Bees meet now at 9AM most Thursday mornings. Our February activities include: no meeting on 2/1 since the Hall will be setting up for the Casino Night; 2/8 the 2024 Mystery Quilt Clue #3 given, and then our members will have a garage sale of their quilting supplies in the hall; 2/16 and 2/17 is The Rio Grande Quilt Guild’s Quilt Show on the Island 9-4 each day, and our last project in February is a Paper Pieced Pineapple block. Lots of Quilty stuff to enjoy! Questions?? - Contact Jan Baethke Meeting Schedule for Winter 2023-2024: On the following day the Quilters will be staying in Retzlaff Hall until 3pm: 10/26 11/30 1/4 1/25 2/1 No Meeting 2/22 3/21 - Jan Baethke 956-357-2218 Quilters: Killer Bees *************** Neighborhood Watch Finger Lickin' Chicken (Jan 5, 2024 ) COMPLETE Sent 2023-12-18: Deadline for Finger Lickin" Chicken - The Neighborhood Watch Finger Lickin' Chicken fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, January 5. The Deadline for signing up for tickets is this Friday, Dec. 22nd. The signup sheet is on the West side of the library. The deadline is early due to the holidays and our chicken supplier taking time off. Tickets are $12 dollars and will be hand-delivered to you in early January. Thank you for signing up. - Jean Burgoine Sent 2023-12-11: Finger Lickin' Chicken Signup - Our Neighborhood Watch Finger Lickin' Chicken Fundraiser is Friday, January 5, 2024. Price is $12 a plate. You can eat in Retzlaff Hall or take it home. Signup sheets and envelopes are now available in the library in the Neighborhood Watch area along the West wall . Fill in the front of the envelope, insert money and drop in the lock box. You will be hand-delivered an actual ticket before the event. Firemen will set up near the gazebo early Friday morning to cook the chicken and charro beans. Menu includes 1/2 a chicken, charro beans, coleslaw, macaroni salad, bread, jalapenos, cake, and iced tea or water. Deadline to sign up is December 22nd. We encourage interested persons to sign up in advance. There is no guarantee that extra plates will be available at the door. Please, sign up so we know how many chickens to order. - Jean Burgoine Sent 2023-12-04: Finger Lickin' Chicken: Meal Signup Sheet - A decision has been made to temporarily remove the 'meal' signup sheet and money envelopes from the library for the Finger Lickin' Chicken dinner until Dec 13. Come back on/after this date and signup/pay. NOTE: The 'volunteer signup' sheet remains hanging in the library. Please consider helping us out with this NW annual fundraiser. - Lenore Combs Sent 2023-12-04: Finger Lickin' Chicken Info - Finger Lickin’ Chicken is a fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch. It will be held Friday, January 5, 2024 @ 4PM in Retzlaff Hall. You may eat at the hall or take your plate to go. The cost will be $12 per plate plus any extra donations are happily accepted. To purchase tickets there is a signup sheet in the library, along with envelopes, for those planning to attend. Concerning the envelopes, please write your name(s) on one and enclose the plate(s) cost. Lenore and John Combs will make sure you receive your ticket(s). We are excited that the Harlingen Fire Fighters will be spending the day cooking chicken by the gazebo in their big pit! We anticipate many local police and firefighters will be attending this event. There is also a Volunteer signup sheet in the Library for those willing to help. We are looking for helpers to transport the chicken from the gazebo area to Retzlaff Hall and also needing people to help serve. This will be an event full of fun and great food! Thank you! For any questions or concerns, please call Lenore Combs at 956-245-1276. NW: Finger Lickin' Chicken (2024-01-05) Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: November 2024 Sent 2024-11-26: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 4336 N Minnesota Street, owned by Judy Albert, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . Judy Albert @ 956-264-0256 (Leave a message for a return call. Otherwise, it will go to spam.) Sent 2024-11-26: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: Dec 2024 - Here's your Dec 2024 Sunshine Newsletter. Thanks to everyone who contributed. You can view/print a copy of it directly from HERE or on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will be placing copies in the library. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Mgr Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-11-24: WC: Thanksgiving - more information - We invite you to celebrate Thanksgiving with us this Thursday, November 28th, in our Hall. The event starts at 2 PM, with dinner being served at 2:30 PM. Please check the signup sheet in the library to let us know what side dish you’ll be bringing and how many people will be in your party. We will take care of providing the turkeys. As a friendly reminder, there will be a $5 per person fee at the entrance to help cover the cost of the turkeys and other meal essentials. We can’t wait to share this special occasion with you, filled with camaraderie and community spirit! - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-23: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 1941 W Iowa Avenue, owned by Nile & Marlene Hall, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-23: Country carnival happening today! - We are thrilled to announce that our community Country Carnival is taking place today from 3 to 6 PM! If you missed the chance to grab your tickets at the library yesterday, don’t worry! You can pick them up at 11 AM while we prepare for the festivities, or you can get them when the event begins at the 50/50 table. Make sure to bring some extra cash for our 50/50 raffle, delicious Fatboy ice cream treats, ice cream sandwiches, and fluffy cotton candy. For those who signed up to contribute a cake for the cakewalk, please drop it off by 12 PM. We are looking forward to an amazing time together as a community! A big thank you to everyone involved!! - Pam Davis (Event Co-Chair) Sent 2024-11-23: Preparing for "All Things" 2025 SEPO Election - I know - You are probably thinking - It's crazy to be talking about the 2025 SEPO Election already. But - oh contrar - it is not. I just finished updating the SEPO Nominating Committee Guidebook and have obtained Board approval. I have started working on updates to the SEPO Election Committee Guidebook this week and hope to obtain approval in the next few days. As in the past I have added web pages to display election info ongoing HERE . You can contact me with website issues/questions. Please contact Board members HERE with Election issues/questions . - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-11-23: Women’s Club Logo Merchandise is now available! - 🎉 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 Our amazing community just got a little better! 💖 Anita Smith’s daughter is now taking orders for our fabulous women's club merchandise! 👚 ✨ 🌐 Click the link to shop and show your support for a woman-owned, veteran-owned business. A portion of the proceeds will go back to our club/neighborhood! I snagged my shirt with zero hassle! 🙌 Got questions? Just reach out to me or Anita! Let’s support our local talent & rock our club merch! 💪💕 For more information, please click this link: https://tmkdesignsllc.company.site/ Sincerely, - Pam Davis, Women’s Club President Sent 2024-11-23: REMINDER (FINAL): DEC 2024 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day NOV 24, 2024 - This is the FINAL reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by end of day on the 24th of this month. All articles need to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com . Any information you can provide for new homeowners OR a reminder to others about the various activities and meetings in the "MARK YOUR CALENDAR" document HERE would be beneficial. And even if you don't have all of the information finalized by the Newsletter deadline, at least put 'what you do know so far' or even just a 'Save the Date' sentence in the Newsletter. Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the website HERE . Prior Newsletters, which you can use as examples, can be found HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-11-22: WC: Thanksgiving information - Lenore Combs (Event Chairperson) Sent 2024-11-21: Country Carnival - We appreciate all who have bought tickets for the Country Carnival! Tomorrow, Friday (November 22nd) you can stop by the library between 2 and 3 PM to collect your envelope containing your game and food tickets, otherwise, they will be available at the event, this Saturday (November 23rd). Additionally, tickets will remain available for purchase virtually in the library until 11AM the event day (This Saturday, November 23rd). Thank you! Sincerely, - Pam Davis, Event Co-Chair/ Women’s Club President Sent 2024-11-20: Former resident passing - I was informed yesterday by Jerry Wetherbee that Former resident Jim Crouse passed away on Fri, Nov 15. I did know Jim and he was a well-respected resident who did many great things for this community when he and his wife lived here. He served on the Board and, I believe, the Crouse's were the ones who originated the process of sending SEPO emails to the Community. In fact, they continued to do that for most of a year even after they moved away. Prayers to his family in their loss. - Beth Parrish Sent 2024-11-19: UNAPPROVED: WC - Minutes from 2024-11-15 - The 'UNAPPROVED' minutes from the Women's Club meeting on Friday, Nov 15, 2024 are available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Lisa Perrier, WC Secretary Sent 2024-11-18: MARKET: Home For Sale - Price Lowered - The selling price for two homes has been lowered: 2029 Montana, owned by Deb Salemi 1937 Montana, owned by Jim & Helen Perry See details on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Sue Ann Taubert, sueann.taubert@yahoo.com M: 956.245.4184 O: 956.496.2012 Sent 2024-11-17: REMINDER: DEC 2024 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day NOV 24, 2024 - Here's your first reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by end of day on the 24th of this month. They should be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com . This is a super way to get the word out about upcoming activities. Even if you don't have all of the information finalized by the Newsletter deadline, at least put 'what you do know so far' or even just a 'Save the Date' sentence in the Newsletter. It's also a perfect opportunity to recap past events and/or thank those who helped you with prior events/activities. The Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the Web site HERE . Prior Newsletters, which you can use as examples, can be found HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor Email: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-11-17: Golfers - As a reminder to all golfers, please start on the number one tee box, unless in league or tournament play. Thanks. - Randy Davis, Golf Course Director Sent 2024-11-17: Free Palm Frond Painting Class - Reminder: Free painting event sponsored by the rock painting club Monday at noon in the Hall! We have washed, bleached and dried palm fronds for you to decorate your way. I’m not an artist but I can copy so I made this snowman. I used half a frond and in between coats of paint I dried it with a hair dryer so it went pretty fast. Come join us and we will provide everything you need to make a pretty Christmas decoration. - Cathy Richmond (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-15: MARKET: Home For Sale: Available for Showing now & Pictures Added - See the home at 1920 W Indiana Circle, owned by Denny Arment & Su McCurdy, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . The 'available for showing date' has been moved up to NOW. And pictures have been added to the listing. - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-15: Resident Passing - The Whitley family has informed the office that John Whitley passed away today, Nov 15, 2024. They want to say Thank You to all of the SEPO family ....... - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Sent 2024-11-15: WC: Virtual tickets for the country carnival are on sale now! - VIRTUAL TICKETS FOR THE COUNTRY CARNIVAL ARE ON SALE NOW!😊 Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with cake walks, dunk tanks, striker, clowns, face painting, fortune telling, duck game, bean bag toss and fun jail and so much more! The country carnival committee is thrilled to share that we are boosting the number of tickets available for next Saturday's festivities! If you sign up and pay in full by Tuesday, you'll snag 25 game tickets! After Tuesday, you'll still get a great deal with 20 game tickets. Don't forget, your ticket includes a delicious meal featuring sausage on a stick, walking tacos (frito pie), cookies, and your choice of tea, lemonade, coffee, or water. Plus, enjoy free popcorn throughout the event! For just $2, you can also treat yourself to Fatboy ice cream sandwiches and fluffy cotton candy. We invite you to join us for a day packed with fun and community spirit, all for a wonderful cause! - Pam Davis (Event Co-Chair) Sent 2024-11-14: VIDEO: Residents' Mtg, Nov 13, 2024 - The video from the Nov 13, 2024 Residents' Meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE and directly from this LINK . Please contact Scott with any issues/questions about the meeting. Please contact Beth for any technical issues with watching the video. This is Beth: I encourage the community to view this video as it is only 30 minutes long. There is some great info about WC events and also info about Communications that I wanted to share. Thx. - Scott Kronshage (by Beth Parrish), SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2024-11-14: REMINDER: WC meeting 11 15 24 - Women’s Club meeting Nov 15,2024 Retzlaff Hall 9:00 a.m. Come join us for for apple fritters and coffee. See you there! - Lisa Perrier Secretary Women’s Club Sent 2024-11-13: Free Palm Frond Painting Class - It’s not too early to start thinking about Christmas decorations. Mark your calendar because next Monday, the 18th of November the rock painting club is sponsoring a FREE painting event open to all from noon to 2:30. We have prepared palm fronds for you to decorate any way you want. We provide all the supplies you need to create this one of a kind decoration. See a few examples below. Cathy Richmond (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-12: MARKET - Home for Sale - See the home at 4113 N Nebraska Street, owned by Gary & Chris Price, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-12: SEPO 2025 HOA Assessment Fees - Please view the Residents' Financial section HERE to view this data. - Tracy Wagner, SEPO Treasurer Sent 2024-11-12: APPROVED - 2025 SEPO Budget - The APPROVED 2025 SEPO Budget is posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . If anyone has any questions, feel free to email them to sepotreasurer@gmail.com . Tracy Wagner, Treasurer for Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc. 1957 W Michigan Drive, Harlingen, TX 78550-3100, sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2024-11-12: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Reg) Nov 12, 2024 - The video from the Nov 12, 2024 Regular Board meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND directly from this LINK . Please contact Beth Parrish @ 314-960-6710 or sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com with any issues/questions. - Scott Kronshage (by Beth Parrish), SEPO Board Secretary Sent 2024-11-12: Fishing Association Meeting Reminder - Don't forget this Wednesday is the fishing association meeting if you have any questions feel free to contact Bill Peterson @ 309-945-2108. - Bill Peterson Sent 2024-11-11: FINAL REMINDER: WC, Veterans Day Celebration - Join us this afternoon for a heartwarming Veterans Day Celebration! Date: 11-11-2024 Doors Open: 3 PM for the ceremony Potluck: 4 PM A huge shoutout to the incredible Women’s Club members Liz Deitrick, Lori McCurry, Lois Bjornson, Carolyn Shewmaker and Geneva Carr for decking out our hall in gorgeous patriotic décor! Let’s come together to honor our amazing veterans and share some delicious food! We can't wait to see all of you there! - Pam Dave (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-11: Karaoke this Friday, Nov 15, 2024 - This Friday, November 15, Karaoke in the Hall. Doors open at 4:30, singing starts at 5pm. You don’t have to be a singer to come enjoy a fun filled evening. Let your neighbors and friends impress you with their singing abilities. We hope to see you there. - Randy Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-11: WC: Country Carnival - Join us for a fun-filled day at the Community Country Carnival! 🎟️✨ 🗓️ When: Saturday, November 23rd at 3PM 📍 Where: Retzleff Hall 💰 Just $20 gets you: - 🎟️ 10 game tickets - 🎨 Face painting - 🎈 Balloon animals - 🔮 Fortune teller - 😋A complete dinner of: - 🌭 Delicious sausage on a stick - 🌽 Tasty Frito pie/ walking taco with fixings- 🍭 Sweet treats & FREE popcorn 🍿 - 🧉☕️Tea/ Coffee 🍦Don’t miss out on Fat Boy ice cream sandwiches & fluffy cotton candy for sale! 🎈 🎉 Plus, take part in our 50/50 drawing – double the fun! Bring your friends for a day of laughter, prizes, and community spirit! 🙌 Let’s make memories together! - Pam Davis (Event Co-Chair) Sent 2024-11-11: MARKET - Home For Sale - See the home at 4332 N Minnesota Street, owned by Nile & Marlene Hall, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-11: Sunshine Garden Club Time Change - Sunshine Garden Club Time Change November 12th Retzlaff Hall 5:15pm - 6:30pm Guest Speaker Topic: Soil Rejuvenation and Amendments Can you give new life to old potting soil. Absolutely! What about clay garden soil, Yes. Do you have container pots filled with old soil with or without plants? Do you toss the dried up dirt and replace with big box bags of potting mix? What if you need a small amount such as a handful or quart? What if you have lots of containers? Those bags of commercial potting mix can really add up in cost. Let’s breathe new life into that old soil. That just makes sense (cents)! Reusing old potted mix is more satisfying, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. Let’s revitalize that old soil! Are you ready to dig in? Join us for our November get together featuring Michael Navarro. 4:45 pm. Plantings/cuttings are available for a small donation. Snapdragon vine, salvia, basil, porterweed, milkweed, canna starts, crown of thorns, sweet potato vine. If you have extras in your garden feel free to bring. Donations will be put towards edging for gardens. See you this Tuesday. - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2024-11-11: REMINDER: Restricted golf times on Wednesdays - REMINDER TO ALL SEPO RESIDENTS: THE GOLF COURSE IS RESTRICTED TO WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 9:00 AM UNTIL NOON. This is stated in the SEPO Policies & Procedures , Number 20 in the 'Golf Course' section. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION. - Dana Szretter, Women's Golf League President Sent 2024-11-10: Women’ Club meeting - Reminder: Women’s Club meeting November 15th, 9:00 a.m. Retzlaff Hall Refreshments and apple fritters will be served. Don’t forget your name tag for a chance at a prize. If you’re on the Country Carnival committee, we will meet right after the Women’s Club meeting to finalize details. See you there! - Lisa Perrier, Secretary Sunshine Estates Women’s Club Sent 2024-11-08: WC, Chili Cookoff Scorecard +Misc - We’re excited for our second annual chili cook-off happening this Saturday in our Hall! A quick reminder for all you chili contestants: below is the scorecard that the judges will use to evaluate your delicious creations. Doors will open at 3:30 PM for our chili chefs and cornbread bakers, while everyone else is invited to join us at 4 PM. Admission is just five dollars at the door. We can’t wait to see you there for an enjoyable evening filled with camaraderie and tasty food! Additionally, we will be offering Fatboy ice cream sandwiches for just $2 each, and we’re excited to continue a "share the wealth" initiative! Don’t forget to bring along some extra cash for even more fun! - Pam Davis (from SEPO Facebook) Sent 2024-11-08: Santa Cops 2024 - Harlingen area - Dear Friends - The Harlingen Police just dropped off the TOYS FOR TOTS project box for 2024. The box is in the Library . Toys will be picked up for delivery to families about the second week of December. The HPD with our assistance will deliver toys to special families. Please, Place BOY -- GIRL and the age of the child on the bottom of the wrapped gift. Thanking you in advance for your kindness and support . Every child deserves the joy and magic of Christmas and we can provide these gifts to these children who otherwise would go without. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sunshine Neighborhood Watch Harlingen Citizens Police Academy Alumni Sent 2024-11-08: UPDATED: Sunshine Event Calendar (2-pager) & Sunshine Website - Several new or updated Activity Requests have been submitted and approved by the SEPO Office. So it was again time to update the Activities 2-pager and the Summary Page on the Sunshine Website HERE . Click on the 'Mark Your Calendar' icon to see the 2-pager with updates marked in BLUE . The 'link' below the icon will take you to the updated calendar you may want to print and hang on your fridge or save to your phone, pad etc. As always, if you see anything that isn't accurate, please contact me. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Website Admin Email: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2024-11-07: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Financials, 2024-10 (October) - The UNAPPROVED October 2024 SEPO Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . If anyone has any questions, feel free to email them to sepotreasurer@gmail.com . - Tracy Wagner, Treasurer for Sunshine Estates Property Owners, Inc., sepotreasurer@gmail.com Sent 2024-11-07: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 4104 N Nebraska Street, owned by Kay Sluyter, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-06: Coffee & Donuts in the Library - I wanted to let everyone know that 'Coffee & Donuts' will be available again this winter season on every Thursday in the Library @ 8 AM, starting tomorrow (Nov 7). Donuts are $1 each and coffee is free. So come on over and chat with your friends and neighbors while enjoying a sweet treat. - Valerie Basaldua, SEPO Office Mgr Sent 2024-11-06: WC: VETERANS DAY Monday 11 November 2024 - Dear Friends Veterans Day at Sunshine -- plans: Our group met the other day and on Veterans Day (Monday 11 November) we shall have a patriotic program sponsored by several residents followed by a Potluck. There is a team for each project. We will all meet in Retz Hall for the program at 3pm. If you would like to participate - please sign up in the Library (carry a Flag etc) and I will contact you. The program may take about 30 minutes or so and then there will be ample time for you to get your dish from home. The Potluck will begin at 4pm and I believe there are volunteers supporting this as well. - Lenore & John Combs 956 245 1276 (Event Co-Chairs) Sent 2024-11-05: MARKET: Home For Sale - See the home at 1920 W Indiana Circle, owned by Denny Arment & Su McCurdy, that is for sale on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver, Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-05: SEPO Policies & Procedures: Updated/Approved at Oct 7, 2024 Board Mtg (Reg) - An update concerning the minimum timeframe a homeowner may rent his/her home was discussed and approved to be added to the SEPO Policies & Procedures at the Oct 7, 2024 Board Mtg (Reg). The updated Policies & Procedures document can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE AND viewed/printed directly from this LINK . The RENTERS section that was updated can be viewed below (underlined in blue). Please call with any issues or questions. - Share Nelson (SEPO Board Secretary Assistant) Sent 2024-11-05: O'Clockers Golf Scramble: Time Change - O’clockers golf scramble will be moving to 4:00 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 6th. Meet beside shuffleboard court at 3:45 for team assignments. Open to all golfers in our community. There is no charge. Just a fun time for players. - Donna Myers Sent 2024-11-05: AGENDA: Residents Mtg, Nov 13, 2024 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Nov 13, 2024 Residents Meeting at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will also be posting this agenda outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board President Sent 2024-11-05: AGENDA: Board Mtg (Reg), Nov 12, 2024 @ 1 PM - The agenda for the 'Hybrid' Nov 12, 2024 Board Meeting (Regular) at 1 PM can be accessed directly from HERE and on the Sunshine website HERE . Valerie will also be posting this agenda outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes. Please call with any questions / issues. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board President Sent 2024-11-05: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Mtg (Spec) Minutes, Oct 29, 2024 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Oct 29, 2024 Board Meeting (Special) can be accessed directly from this LINK AND viewed/printed directly from HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board Secretary Assistant Sent 2024-11-05: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes, Oct 7, 2024 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Oct 7, 2024 Board Meeting (Reg) can be accessed directly from this LINK AND viewed/printed directly from HERE . They will also be posted in the office. Please call with any issues or questions. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board Secretary Assistant Sent 2024-11-05: Chili Cook Off signup! - With all of the events happening around our neighborhood, this is just a friendly reminder that the signup sheet for our chili cook-off is available in the library for anyone interested in participating (making chili and/or cornbread)! We will be awarding prizes for first, second, and third place, as well as for the whackiest chili! The event is scheduled for this Saturday 4 PM in the hall, and the Harlingen Fire Department will be there to serve as judges! Additional details about this event are always available on the Sunshine website HERE . - Women’s Club Board (event co-chairs) Sent 2024-11-03: MARKET: Home For Sale - Price Lowered & Photos Revised - The selling price for the home at 4236 N Minnesota Street has been lowered and revised pictures have been added. See details on the Sunshine MARKET . - Marketed By: Cindy Shriver/Broker, Dream Valley Properties, LLC, 956-970-0449 Sent 2024-11-03: Sunshine Workout Room - Onward Upward. Today’s world is more focused on staying stronger and healthier (at least we hope so). There are some great ideas and possibly grant writing experienced leaders and smart cookies in our community brainstorming to possibly get some better/safer/more up-to-date equipment. If you have grant writing experience or ideas to improve our facility, this is a great time to step up. 4 o’clock Tuesday, November 5 in the library there will be a brainstorming meeting. Yea for friends and neighborhood that take action for improvement. Hope to see you there. - Pam Adams Sent 2024-11-02: MARKET: Sunshine Home For Rent - See the home at 1932 Michigan Drive that is for rent on the Sunshine MARKET . - Lisa Wetherbee, Manager, Toadally Sunshine, LLC 303-324-3707 email toadallysunshine@gmail.com Sent 2024-11-01: SCCE Fishing Association - All Sunshine Residents - On Wednesday Nov 13, The SCCE Fishing Association, a fishing group of Sunshine Residents, Renters & Guests who want to learn about saltwater fishing meet at Retzlaff Hall at 6:00PM. We had an open discussion about our fishing experiences from the month before. We also try to have an expert speaker, a Guide Captain or someone who knows about a style of fishing. That includes where to fish, baits to use, type of tackle to use etc. We start with zero knowledge. We have poles and tackle you can use to get started before you invest in your own. You all are invited to come to the meeting and check us out. After our open discussion and speaker, you are welcome to stay for our business meeting. If you decide to participate with our group there is a small lifetime participation fee. Hope to see you there. Feel free to contact the President of the Association Bill Peterson @309-945-2108 . Sent 2024-11-01: Save the date for our WC Country Carnival! - Get ready for an incredible experience at our inaugural Country Carnival hosted by the Women’s Club! On Saturday, November 23rd, join us outside our Hall for excitement featuring activities like Strong Man Striker, Duck Game, Cake Walk, and Dunk Tank and soo much more!!! Indulge in a selection of delicious treats, including sausage on a stick and walking Frito pie. Plus, enjoy complimentary popcorn and satisfy your sweet tooth with cotton candy or Fat Boy ice cream sandwiches available for purchase! Beginning November 13th, you can grab your virtual tickets at the Library. We can’t wait to celebrate community spirit with you for a fantastic cause! Stay tuned for more information coming soon! - Pam Davis (Event Co-Chair) Back to Top

Here you will find E-Mails that have been sent to the SEPO Community in Dec 2019. Sent 2019-12-31: Oven mit - I have a black oven mitt that was left behind at the Christmas Dinner. If you are missing an oven mitt, call me and I will get it back to you. Marian Young 719-468-4556 Sent 2019-12-31: DIRECTORS AND RESIDENTS MEETING AGENDA MONDAY JAN 6TH 1 PM - In January we will have 2 meetings per the bylaws. Monday Jan 6th, Directors and Residents meeting, agenda below. Monday Jan 13th, board meeting. John Chajec SEPO President Pledge of allegiance Director reports Mark Owen Treasurer Frank Tewell Area 1 Clint Wunderlich Area 2 Jerry Utterback Area 3 Lynn Swonger Golf Course Nominating Committee: Neil Morehead Nominating Committee Nominations from the floor Chuck McElroy: election chairman Beth Parish: Web site etc Organization reports: Women's Club Neighborhood watch Woodworkers club Birding and Nature Club Men's Golf Women's Golf Good Neighbor Tournament Open Mike Sent 2019-12-30: NEW HOMEOWNERS PARTY - SAVE THE DATE!! New Homeowners Party, January 13, 2020 Social time 5:00 p.m. Dinner 5:30 Introductions 6:30 Dance 7:00 p.m. Please join us for an evening of fun! Virtual ticket sales Jan.3-9 in Library Questions? Please call Denise Utterback (618) 546-1417 Sent 2019-12-29: Web site Updates (concerning meetings & activities) - Yesterday I took all of the information published in the Jan 2020 Newsletter concerning upcoming meetings and activities and posted them on the Web site. You can get to the various pages by going to the "Events Legend" tab (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/acty-mtg-legend ) and clicking on your area or interest. Or you can simply click on the various tabs in the dropdown menu under the "Events Legend" tab. If this is confusing to anyone, please give me a call and I can walk you through it. Notice I have added a page for Golf Events (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/golf-events-2019-2020 ) to go along with all of the previous events pages i.e. Women's Club, Club & Committees, Special etc. I'm hoping everyone is utilizing the Web site to answer questions you may have about events going on in the community. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-27: Sunshine Newsletter: Jan 2020 - Hi All – The January 2020 Newsletter has been sent to the office to be posted in the Library when Valerie returns from vacation next week. Due to all of the colors and graphics I have not included the Newsletter in this e-mail but have posted it on the Web site (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletter-2019-2020 ) where it can be viewed at your leisure and also printed if you wish. Also note that going back to October 2018 all published Newsletters can be found on the Sunshine Web site here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletters-overview-1 ) Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-27: Neighborhood Watch Fundraiser Friday 10 January 2020 - Dear Friends, FINGER LICKIN' CHICKEN $ 10.00 plate 1/2 slow cooked chicken Potato Salad - Cole Slaw - Fixins Iced Tea Coffee Dessert Friday 10 January 2020 4pm Retz Hall Orders must be placed by Monday 6 January! Chicken is grilled (slow cooked) over mesquite up by the Gazebo by our world famous grill team. Yum Yum. Come by and say Hi - cookin starts early. Gameplan: When these big batches become done - Volunteers will carry hot chicken in receptacles to Retz Hall Volunteers will prepare To-Go Boxes or you may dine in. A Neighborhood Watch lockbox is in the Library for your convenience Envelopes are there to deposit your donation. Call me if needed. Thanking you in advance for showing your appreciation. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Neighborhood Watch -CERT Coordinator Sent 2019-12-27: SEPO Board Nominees - The 2019 SEPO Board Nomination Committee, consisting of Neil Morehead (Chairman), Jerry Drost and John Whitley, are pleased to submit the following candidate names in alphabetic order for the 2020 election of the SEPO Board of Directors. All of the candidates have been interviewed by one or more committee members, and were considered by the committee for nomination based upon their responses to the ‘SEPO Nomination Committee Board Candidate Interview Questions Guideline’ and their willingness to sign the ‘SEPO Board Candidate Pledge’. We are pleased to announce these residents who met the requirements and are in good standing in the Sunshine Estates Community. We encourage the current Board of Directors to include their names in the 2020 ballot. The nominating committee will make that motion during the January 2020 Board of Directors meeting. John Chajec Ron Clark Mecca Henry Lyn Swonger Tony Tramel Clint Wunderlich Neil Morehead 2019 SEPO Board Nomination Committee Chairman Sent 2019-12-26: Resident Death CORRECTION - Apologies - Earlier today it was erroneously reported that Shirley Vickers (a current resident) had passed away. She is indeed alive. Beth Parrish SEPO Communications Sent 2019-12-26: Residents Deaths - These Former and Current Residents have passed away recently: Lucille Cathcart (former): Nov 22, 2019 Patricia Bass (current): Dec 20, 2019 Beth Parrish SEPO Communications Sent 2019-12-26: Lost Phone found - Thanks for everyone's help. The phone that was lost this morning has been found. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2019-12-26: Lost Phone - A phone was lost somewhere in Sunshine this morning. If found, please call the office (956-425-1420) or bring it by. Valerie Basaldua Office Manager Sent 2019-12-26: News Year's Day Brunch Cancelled - Since no on signed up to chair or work on this committee, the New Year’s Day Brunch is cancelled for Jan 1, 2020. Vickie Jones omen's Club Activity Director Sent 2019-12-25: FINAL REMINDER: Jan 2020 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Dec 26th - This is the FINAL reminder. If you have an article you would like published in the Jan 2020 Sunshine Newsletter, it needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 26th of this month. Newsletter Guidelines are posted here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletter-guidelines . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish Sunshine Country Club Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-23: Marlys Knautz: New E-mail address - Former resident (and my mom) Marlys Knautz has a new e-mail address if any of you would like to stay in contact with her. It is momknautz@gmail.com . Cindy Shriver Sent 2019-12-23: Web site Updates and Refresh Button - If you ever go to a page on the Web site and it doesn't look like it's been updated with the info I said I have put out there, just hit the refresh button on that page in your browser and you should see the updated info there. I need to look into (in my spare time - HA) if there's something I can do about that. If anyone can assist me with this, I welcome the input. Thanks Beth Parrish Sent 2019-12-23: Sunshine Employees time off - Please note that the employees of Sunshine will be off for the holidays on Dec 24 & 25 for Christmas, and Dec 31 & Jan 1 for New Years. SEPO Board Sent 2019-12-22: Women's Club Meeting Minutes: 12-20-2019 (pending approval) - Please take note: Although these minutes are being distributed to the community today, they are the 'unapproved version'. These minutes will be officially approved at the next Women's Club meeting on Jan 17, 2020. They are available on the Sunshine Web site: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/wc-mtg-minutes-2019-2020 . Respectfully submitted, inda Almond, Secretary Sent 2019-12-22: Christmas Dinner Signup ends today - Do you want to attend the Women's Club Christmas Dinner event? If you've already signed up - you're in good shape and we'll see you there. If you haven't signed up yet, you need to get to the library today (Sunday, 12-22) as the signup sheet is scheduled to be taken down today. Details about this dinner can be found on the Web site: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/wc-acty-2019-2020 Marian Young (719-468-4556) Sent 2019-12-22: Scruffy Santa Cancelled - Since no one signed up to work on the Scruffy Santa committee, which was to be held the evening of Tuesday, Dec 24, this Women's Club activity has been cancelled. Mary Hendrickson Sent 2019-12-21: Found ring - The ring was claimed this morning. Kelly Kennedy Sent 2019-12-21: DECEMBER 2019 SEPO DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - Please take note: Although the minutes from the Dec 9, 2019 Board of Directors meeting are being distributed to the community today, they are the 'unapproved version'. These minutes will be officially approved at the next director's meeting on Jan 13, 2020. They are also available on the Sunshine Web site ( https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-board-minutes-2019-2020) John Chajec SEPO Board President Sent 2019-12-21: Found Ring - I found a men’s wedding band in front of the wood shop this afternoon (Dec 20). The owner can stop by my house (1917 Montana) to pick it up or call me at 816 645 5653. Kelly Kennedy Sent 2019-12-20: Out of Office: Sunshine Employees - I was informed that the Sunshine Employees will not be working this afternoon. Marian Young will be in the SEPO Office if you need copies of anything or have questions. Beth Parrish SEPO Communications 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-19: CONFIDENTIALITY & the Gate Code - Last week you received e-mails informing you of changes and additions to keypads being used around the Sunshine Estates. The locations of these keypads and the code to use for each of them has been posted on the Web site in the Resident's Only section (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/residents-only ). Since the Front Gate code was also sent in an e-mail last week, for Security/Neighborhood Watch reasons, please either delete that e-mail or keep it in a secure location. If you forget the gate code, it is also in the Resident's Only section. Please call with any questions or issues. SEPO Board of Directors Sent 2019-12-18: PLEASE REPLY AS APPLICABLE: Update to Web site Sale/Rent Guidelines - THREE THINGS: The Guidelines for posting Sale/Rent residences on the Web site (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sale-rent-guidelines ) were updated this morning. I will now post up to THREE photos of any listing. Send the photos via e-mail to sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com along with: * Your Name and Address * The Address of the Listing * Whether this home is for Sale or Rent Please review the info that is currently listed on the Web site (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sale-rent ) to ensure everything is up-to-date. I'm not sure if any of the current listings are obsolete. If you see anything that needs changed or deleted please send the info to sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com . If you have a renter in a residence you own, please ensure the Renter Directory info listed in the guidelines (https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sale-rent-guidelines ) has been provided to the SEPO Office Thank you in advance for any updates you may have to provide. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin (www.sunshinecountryclub.com ) E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-17: Birding and Nature Group - The Birding and Nature Group will not be having our monthly meeting in Jan 2020. Instead, we will be hosting a communitywide potluck followed by a speaker from Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. The potluck is on Tuesday, January 7th in Retzlaff Hall. Doors open at 4:30. Serving will begin at 5:00, followed by the speaker. Just so we know how many tables to set up, we request that you sign up on the sign-up sheet that will be posted in the library on Jan 1. There is no charge for the potluck. Hope to see you there. We will have a field trip to Laguna Atascosa in February. Jean Burgoine Sent 2019-12-17: REMINDER: JAN 2020 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Dec 26 - First - Please note the change in deadline date from the 24th to the 26th this month. This is a reminder: Since this is a very busy month for everyone - preparing for the holidays, etc - if you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Jan 2020 Newsletter, it needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on the 26th of Dec 2019. Updated Newsletter Guidelines are posted here: www.sunshinecountryclub.com/sepo-newsletter-guidelines . Please call with questions. Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor (seponewsletter@gmail.com ) 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-17: HELLO ALL - I'm back from Vacation - Hi All - I'm back from Vac and will be resuming the SEPO communications responsibilities today. I want to give a great big THANK YOU to Pat Harvey for sending out the SEPO E-Mails in my absence. I see you kept him busy. I have received several other requests, questions etc concerning e-mails, Web site and so on and will be addressing those over the next few days. I'll be seeing you around the community. Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-16: NO NW meeting today - No Neighborhood Watch meeting TODAY (that's Monday 12/16/19) . Lenore J Combs Sent 2019-12-15: Christmas Concert - REMINDER - Christmas Concert Monday, December 16th at 7 pm Dr. Leibert and his singers will be presenting a Christmas Concert in Retzlaff Hall. Please come and enjoy a wonderful evening of carols and other memorable songs. Vickie Jones Sent 2019-12-15: Women's Club Meeting - The December Women's Club meeting will be this Friday, December 20th at 9:00 am in Retzlaff Hall. All Sunshine women are welcome and encouraged to attend. Remember to wear your name badge (you might win a gift!!!). Coffee and sweets provided. Linda Almond, Secretary Sent 2019-12-15: Mah Jongg Lessons - Are you interested in learning to play Mah Jongg? Learning sessions will be held on Tuesday Dec. 17th and Dec. 24th from 1-3 in the afternoon in the card room. The game will be introduced and the tiles explained. If you are new to the game or you need a refresher, this is your opportunity to learn. We play on Tuesday afternoons in the card room and Saturday evening at 6:30 in the library. Mah Jongg helps in keeping your mind active. Your are invited to join us. Jean Burgoine Sent 2019-12-14: Christmas Dinner - Hello Everyone! We will be celebrating Christmas with a potluck dinner on December 25th, 2019. The social hour begins at 1:00 pm and we will eat at 1:30 pm. We will be serving Black Forrest ham, rolls, and tea and coffee will be available. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share with others. The cost of the dinner is $5.00 per person. The sign up sheet is in the library with envelopes for your check or cash. I can be reached at 719-468-4556 for questions. Hope to see you there! Marian Young ============================ An editorial comment: I would hope that everyone who goes on Christmas gives Marian a hug for stepping forward and doing this. She's shown the true spirit of the season. Merry Christmas ! Pat Sent 2019-12-13: Town of Combes Christmas Parade this Saturday evening 5:30pm - Dear Friends - Chief Patrick Quill cordially invites us to their Christmas Parade. Saturday 14 December 2019 Line up at Road Ranger Truck Stop at 5:30 pm 18337 Templeton Avenue Combes Kick off 6pm sharp Parade route down 107 with Police Escort and Santa to Combes Park on Hand Road Golf Cart, bicycles and walkers invited Parade ends - Santa ops - that's all folks Call me for details if you wish. Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2019-12-12: Christmas Concert - REMINDER - Dr. Leibert and Singers will be performing a free Christmas Concert on Monday, December 16th at 7 pm in Retzlaff Hall. Please come and enjoy the spirit of Christmas. Vickie Jones Sent 2019-12-12: Keypad Update - A Keypad was also placed on the East side of Retzlaff Hall with the same pin as the south door to the Library. If any special Event or Activity is taking place that requires security, please contact the office and notify us in advance to make accommodations. Valerie Basaldua, Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-12-12: Pool & Hot Tub Update - The Hot tub was down for maintenance for a few days. It is now available for use as well as the Pool. Valerie Basaldua, Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-12-11: DJ Doug - REMINDER - DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant - This Evening - Wednesday, December 11th at 7-10 pm. $5.00 per person at the door, Retzlaff Hall. BYOB and snacks. Vickie Jones Sent 2019-12-09: Information meetings - Sherri Gardner will be making popcorn for the information meeting tomorrow at 1PM. Come and enjoy! Cathy Richmond Sent 2019-12--09: Reminder for Wednesday evening - Don't forget that DJ Doug will be at Retzlaff Hall Wednesday evening from 7-10 pm for a fun evening of dancing. Bring your own snacks, beverages and don't forget your dancing shoes. The cost is $5.00 per person at the door. It will be a fun night! See you there! Vickie Jones Sent 2019-12-09: Keypad Lock - Keypad code has been changed to the gym (Exercise Room) and another keypad lock has been placed on the south door to the Library to give our Residents 24 hour access. The code has been changed to be the same pin as the Front gate (but without the #). If you have any questions feel free to contact the office… Valerie Basaldua, Office Manager 956-425-1420 sepo.office@gmail.com Sent 2019-12-09: SCAM Alert !!!!! - sounds like such a deal but..... (Second Verse) - Just had a phone call from a neighbor.... Incoming call on the neighbor's AT&T Mobile phone recording said that" Because of suspicious activity on your phone, you will be disconnected. To stay current, press 1". She did not follow thru - Soooo - guess the Bad Guys are bored. 😢 Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2019-12-08: SCAM Alert !!!!! - sounds like such a deal but..... - Dear Friends, Please be aware of this number 844 633 2305. They will offer you such a deal - it won't be believed. Seems like AT&TV with eBay put out a call with an offer too good to be true. A Police Report is underway and I will keep you posted on follow-up. REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY 956 216 5940. This number is answered by PD Dispatch (a real person). Have your info and story ready - most likely a PD Unit will come to make a report which then goes thru Detectives. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW-CERT Coordinator Sent 2019-12-08: Christmas Golf Cart Parade 2019 - Dear Friends - Once again, Sunshine had a great time with the Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade following the Annual Craft and Bake Sale. Thanks for your support. Many residents lined up along the Parade Route showing their support, cheering us on, tossing candy and enjoying this seasonal festivity with family, friends and neighbors. A special Thanks goes to all the entrants as their time and talent plus endurance led to this successful event. Eleven challengers vied for the prestigious Women's Club award for "best decorated". Winners were 1st Place: Terry and Rich Debackere - 2nd Place: Heidi Dill and 3rd: Kathy Walker and granddaughter Jessica. Cathy Richmond with fearless Gizmo and Share Nelson with mischievous Maggie contributed to this pet-friendly part of the entourage and the McGruffmobile was proud to have his crime fighting four legged buddies as backup. Larry Lentz and his wife Linda, (son of Alice Montgomery), new resident, new volunteer for NW Patrols and recent Citizens Police Academy graduate drove his golf cart advertising our CERT Team. Lisa (new resident) was pressed into action 30 minutes before showtime as our Firefighters were battling a field fire until the last minute - possibly not able to show up to carry Santa. Several of Santa's helpers helped dismantle her beautiful Thunderbird convertible so Santa could be chauffeured. (The reindeer had a previous engagement). Sgt. Jaime Palafox volunteered to be our lead HPD Police Car supporting efforts of our Neighborhood Watch. Bob Saylor drove the NW Golf Cart (the McGruffmobile is named after the famous crime-fighting dog Mr. McGruff). So the phrase "It takes a Village,,,," puts it mildly when you think of how many Sunshine folks were involved and our neighbors - don't forget the Choraliers, the Christmas Tree Lighting, Hot Cocoa and cookies and Santa photo op. Guess you noticed the famous gate was wide open (like having our own International Peace talks.....). Hope you and your families have a wonderful Christmas and a healthy, happy New Year. Photos available c/o Karen & Lenore Encore will download my chip and we will have more photos too. If you have any to submit, let me know. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2019-12-17: HELLO ALL - I'm back from Vacation - Hi All - I'm back from Vac and will be resuming the SEPO communications responsibilities today. I want to give a great big THANK YOU to Pat Harvey for sending out the SEPO E-Mails in my absence. I see you kept him busy. I have received several other requests, questions etc concerning e-mails, Web site and so on and will be addressing those over the next few days between doing loads of laundry (SHEESH). I'll be seeing you around the community. Beth Parrish 314-960-6710 Sent 2019-12-08: women's club events - A big thank you to Terry Debackere and Deb Robins for a successful event on Saturday morning. Also thank you to all those who baked, donated and bought raffle tickets and goodies today. This is just a reminder that on Wednesday, December 11th from 7-10pm there will be a dance in Retzlaff Hall with music provided by DJ Doug and his Lovely Assistant. The cost will be $5.00 at the door per person. Bring your own drinks, snacks and dancing shoes and come and have a great time. The next week on Monday, December 16th at 7pm we will be hosting Dr. Leibert and his singers as they perform a Christmas concert and other memorable songs for us. A freewill offering will be taken and donated to charity. So join your neighbors and friends for an evening of Christmas celebration. There are several events planned that we do not have chairpersons to coordinate the event. One is Christmas Dinner and the other is New Year's Day Brunch. So please consider chairing/volunteering for one of these events or we may have to cancel them. Another event that is planned is Scruffy Santa for December 24th. Mary Hendrickson has volunteered to chair the event but has no one signed up to help her. If interested or have questions please call Mary at 651-239-2307. If you have any questions about upcoming events please call me at 262-689-7068. Vickie Jones, Activity Director Sent 2019-12-06: NOV 2019 SEPO INCOME & BALANCE SHEETS - Well - Mark Owen (SEPO Board Treasurer) caught me today before I left on vacation Sunday, so I have posted his Treasurer's report on the Web site. Beth Parrish ********************************************************************************* The SEPO Nov 30, 2019 Income Statement and Balance Sheet have been posted in the 'Resident's Only' section of the Sunshine Web site: https://www.sunshinecountryclub.com/password Please review these documents and bring questions/comments to the Resident's meeting on Tuesday, Dec 10 at 1 PM in Retzlaff Hall. Mark Owen SEPO Board Treasurer Sent 2019-12-06: GOLF BAG TAGS - Golf Tags Everyone on the golf course should be displaying one of the following golf tags. Resident golf tag: yellow circle stating: resident See Valerie if you do not have a resident tag. Guest golf tag: yellow circle stating: guest Guest tags are only available to immediate family members: mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, grandchildren and spouses of immediate family. Guest tags are available at the office, they are signed out and should be returned when your guest leaves. Residents and immediate family are the only golfers, who play free. Red / pinkish paper tag: paying guest golfers John Chajec SEPO President Sent 2019-12-05: Crafty Creations: Deadline Reminder for Jan 8 Class - Hey there! Friday, Dec. 6th is the final day to sign up for our next class, Jan 8th! Please note the time change for the classes. The rest of the season they will be from 12:30 to 3:30 in Retzlaff. You can register at the SCCE Library, or email me at heididill316@gmail.com or text me at 307-272-2440 with the info. Thanks!!! Click this link to see the Danglers for the Jan class: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2851bf_9367687ba1124bc5bd6962c971aa2eab~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_480,h_640/Crafty%20Creations_Danglers%20for%202020-01-08.jpeg Click this link to see the Registration Form for the Jan class: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2851bf_5b4c913158d54bbebcf2199e8e1e9488~mv2_d_1536_1898_s_2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1536,h_1898/Crafty%20Creations_Registration%20Form%20for%202020-01-08.jpeg -heidi dill :0] Sent 2019-12-04: Christmas Golf Cart Parade - ROUTE - Dear Friends - We expect the Police Unit to lead and they will meet us in the Encore RV Park The Neighborhood Watch - CERT golf carts are next - all Golf Carts proceed and the Fire Department Truck carrying Santa is at the end. 4:15 PM Debut your Golf cart and line up at our SCCE Mail boxes for a photo op display in day light. Then we shall travel to Encore - Friendship Hall parking lot at 4:30 4:30 PM Friendship Hall Parking Lot line up and judging 5:00 PM is Parade Kick-off We will do a big square thru Encore then proceed thru our Golf Cart Gate - which the SEPO Board will have open wide for us, then around Sunshine on the outside square streets. We are not going thru Lakeside (Encore). There is a map posted (in the Library). We (Sunshine) have our prize money c/o from the Women's Club for the best decorated Golf Carts - 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Encore is sponsoring this year - so we go back there for Cocoa, goodies, Santa photo ops and awards. How better does it get? ------ Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 - Parade Chair Sunshine CC Estates Norm Pankow 815 985 3413 - Parade Chair - Encore RV Resort Sent 2019-12-03: SEPO BOARD MEEETING AGENDA 12/9/2019 - The board meeting agenda for the Dec 9th meeting,1pm is posted HERE . As of today no one has submitted a request to speak at the meeting. The deadline to submit a request to speak is Friday, Dec 6th 12 noon. The Resident meeting will be Tuesday, Dec 10th, 1pm in Retzlaff Hall. Sorry about the quick turnover between meetings but I'll be heading North shortly. John Chajec, SEPO President Sent 2019-12-03: Thanksgiving, Item left at dinner - Dear residents and friends: Thank you to everyone who attended our annual Thanksgiving dinner. Hope everyone had enough to eat! We do have some amazing cooks here. For the few who could not join us because of illness, we hope you are feeling much better. To all my helpers in bringing this together, Thank You all!!! You all made hosting this meal a great success. There was one casserole brought to dinner wrapped in a pretty white towel with embellishments. If this is yours, please call me at 7082808910. Thank you again, for spending the holiday with your friends and neighbors here at Sunshine😊. Sincerely, Cathy Chajec Sent 2019-12-01: missing phone - I think I did a dumb thing and let my cell phone slide off my golf cart somewhere here in the Estates. It is a samsung with a green rubber case. If you find it, you know where I live, Thanks Sam Davis Back to Top

Women's Club Rules Proposed Amendments to Bylaws for 2022 Vote Click on the links below to view/print the documents. ******************************************************************** Proposed Bylaws Amendments for Review at the February 18, 2022 Women's Club Meeting BYLAWS OF THE WOMEN’S CLUB OF SUNSHINE COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES The Women's Club has been having difficulty conforming to the Bylaws as written. The corrections and additions shown are to remove membership restrictions, lessen the requirement of the Board members and simplify the Rules & Regulations. These changes have been approved by the current Women's Club Board but must be ratified by your vote at the February 18, 2022 Women's Club meeting. Dee Novak Women's Club Bylaws Review Committee BYLAWS Current Bylaws Handwritten Docs Handed out at Jan 2022 meeting Proposed Amendments Same as Handwritten Docs except typed in Legislative Format Proposed Amendments Back to Top

Common Area of Pool, Hot tub and Pavilion. Pool - Hot tub - Pavilion The open air Pavilion next to the Pool and Hot tub plays host to many neighborhood gatherings and parties. The pool is always available to Swimming, Sunbathing and Just enjoying the company of Friends & Neighbors. Email Sent 2024-01-19: pool update - A quick update on the pool situation!! A new heater has been ordered------because of the weather all over the country, they are in demand!! We have one coming in from Phoenix and should be here by Wednesday. We will try to have it installed as quickly as possible, so hopefully it will be up and running by the end of next week. Thank you for your patience and the way this weather has been, haven’t noticed a line of folks trying to get into the pool. Hot tub is working Great!!!!! Will keep you up to date. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 204-01-18: pool heater - Just a quick note to let everyone know the heater for the pool is giving us some problems. The pool temp might be a little chilly for the next few days. Will be taken care of a quickly as possible. - Jim Kennedy, SEPO Board Email Sent 2023-09-16: pavilion floor - Hi! Hope everyone is having a fantastic summer!! Starting next Monday. September 18th, the Pavilion will be closed because we are going to refinish the floor. This should take most of the week and again thank you for your patience. Something to look at when you all (Y’all) return!! - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-07-17: Pool Jets - Hi pool users. Need your help!! The jets in the pool are adjusted to make the skimmers work more efficiently. They steer any floating objects like leaves towards the skimmers. If you try adjusting these jets it just cuts the way the water is moving towards the skimmers. We would like to ask you to leave the jets in the position they are in now. Thank you and your cooperation is much appreciated. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-06-30: Pool Update - Hi Everyone! Quick update on the pool area. As of this afternoon the new equipment will have been installed. This involves a new, and much needed heater for the hot tub. The old one was not reliable so this should solve our problem and give us even heat in the hot tub. Also, there will be a new sand filter for both hot tub and pool. Sand will give us a better filtering system and be more efficient. This will not only give us a better filtering system, but make the chemicals do a better job. Lalo did his usual great job in the installation. Pat him on the back when you see him!!! Everyone have a Safe 4th!!!!!!! - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-20: Pool Update (Saturday May 20) - Hi: A Saturday morning update on pool. Pool is ready to use---Enjoy!! The hot tub can be used, but the jet are off! The motor that runs the jets is the one that has parts ordered. Hopefully by Monday!!! Thanks everyone for your patience. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-19: Pool Update - Hi: Quick progress report on pool and hot tub!! There was a tear in one of the filters and that has been ordered. Lalo has worked his tail off switching filters to get things in line as quickly as possible. To get things done the “right way” – let’s put off using the pool for another day. When I get the green light, I’ll let you know. Hope it will be worth the wait!!! Thanks again for you patience. - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-19: Pool Update - FYI - Jim sent this to me yesterday at 4 PM but I was unable to get it sent out. Beth ******************* Hi: Because of weather and some glitches that have popped up with filters and pumps, am sorry to say the pool and hot tub will not be open Friday. The good news is that both the hot tub and pool look great! With the addition of some chemicals and tender care everything should be soon back to normal. Thank you everyone for your patience while this is being done!!!!! - Jim Kennedy Email Sent 2023-05-09: Pool and Hot Tub Closed - Pool And Hot Tub will be Closed for Cleaning Pool and Hot Tub Is going to be completely drained and cleaned with Acid Solution next week Mon-Thurs May 15-18. We will update you on Thursday with the status of Maintenance. Thank you - Jim Kennedy Email 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 Email 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 Email 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 See the result of Pool Shower renovations. What a calm soothing place to be at night. Pool-Hot tub-Pavilion at night Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Back to Top

See What Happened at the Activities in past years. ************************************************************** Event: Golf Cart Parade Date: 04-19-2020 Day / Time: Sunday / 6:30 PM Details: See details and pictures below. *************** YOU'RE INVITED: Golf Cart Parade Let's have a Golf Cart Parade on Sunday 4/19 at 6:30. I’ve been told that the temperature is going to be 101 on Sunday so we are starting at 6:30, hoping for a cooldown with a slight breeze! I hope this works for everyone and hope to see you at the front parking area in front of the office around 6:30. Should be fun and a way to get out and see our neighbors without breaking the social distancing rules. Wear your masks!! Kay Sluyter I think everyone should be able to view this video. If you can't please contact Beth (314-960-6710) https://www.facebook.com/ernest.smith.18488/videos/10223169850138464/ See Participants Here (Spectators are after Participants) See Spectators Here ************************************************************** Event: Quilt Show (via Cart, Car, Bike or Foot) Date: 04-13-2020 Day / Time: Monday / 4 to 7 PM Club: Killer Bees Quilters Details: See details and a few pictures below. Pictures: Click HERE to see all of the pictures sent to the Web site Admin *************** YOU'RE INVITED: Outdoor Quilt Show On Monday, April 13 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Killer Bees will try to bring some cheer to Sunshine Estates. We will be having an outdoor, drive-by (walk-by, bicycle-by) Quilt Show. Please keep in mind that this is for Estates residents only and please keep in mind social distancing. With the new Cameron County rules, face masks are needed if you are outdoors. Also, keeping safety in mind, PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE QUILTS . Even if you have not registered with us, you are welcome to join us by hanging a quilt on your porch, etc. Below you will see just a FEW of the beautiful quilts that were on display. Click HERE to see many, many more. REMEMBER: Click HERE to see all of the pictures sent to the Web site Admin ************************************************************** Event: Shrimp Boil and Mardi Gras Date: 03-13-2020 Day: Friday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Cathy Chajec & Linda Jones ************************************************************** Event: Goofy Golf & Picnic Date: 11-18-2018 Day: Sunday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Janis & Derek McFee Watch a video of some of the Goofy Golf efforts. ************************************************************** Event: Saying Goodbye to the Tree on TX Ave Date: Dec 2018 Day: Monday Organizer: Pat Harvey ************************************************************** Event: Casino Night Date: 02-23-2019 Day: Saturday Club: Women's Club Co-Chairs: Dale Hopfner & Sherri Gardner Thanks to all of the great volunteers and especially the Co-Chairs, who helped make this Another Successful Casino Night! ************************************************************** Event: Crafty Creations by Heidi (Lighthouse) Date: 03-18-2019 & 03-29-2019 Day: Wednesday & Friday Club: Crafty Creations by heidi Chairperson: Heidi Dill Currently all other Lighthouse pictures can be found by clicking here . Back to Top

Woodshop If you've never been inside the Woodshop, here's what the excitement is all about and what you're missing. General Info News & Events (Winter 2023-2024) News & Events (Previous Years) Woodshop Pictures SAWSTOP Table Saws General Info Officers: President - Nancy Lyne Vice President - Hal Resides Treasurer - Richard Hulswit Secretary - Cathy Chajec for 2025 effective January 2025 Contacts: Please contact Nancy Lyne with any questions. 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. 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. Orientation: Woodshop orientation for new residents, contact John Chajec, 708-280-8940. Meetings: Woodworker Meetings are the 2nd Friday of every month beginning October through March. Cleanup: Woodshop cleanup is the first Tuesday of the month at 8 AM. Details: No fee (most HOAs, RV resorts charge a fee). Shop is open to members year around. Shop is a 40' by 60' building. Woodworking building holds the latest and some of the best woodworking tools around. The lathes are used often. Members can work with power equipment after attending a Safety and Information class. Every 1st Wed of the month is shop cleanup @ 8 am. The Woodworkers sponsor a Spaghetti Dinner every winter for the residents. All proceeds are utilized for equipment, supplies etc. in the Woodshop. ******************** General Info Back to Top News & Events (Winter 2023-2024) News & Events (Winter 2023-2024) News & Events (Previous Years) Previous Woodshop Info Woodshop Pictures Back to Top Woods hop Pictures SAWSTOP Table Saws Back to Top Woodshop’s SAWSTOP Table Saws Sent 2020-03-10: Wood Shop: SAWSTOP Pics & Info In order to promote our Community Amenities on the Web site, I had asked Suzie Sawyer if she had any pictures of the SAWSOP Table Saws that were puchased for the Wood Shop this season. Sure enough, in these pictures you can see our own Vic Hillman hard at work. The woodworkers can work much more safely now. Suzie told me they shut down in a nano-second when flesh contacts the blade! We have 2 of them. Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin (FROM Newsletter: 03-2020) Woodworkers' Club Report - The Woodshop now has two SAWSTOPs (see pictures below) up and functioning; and both saws are paid for!! Our thanks to the SEPO residents/Woodshop Members who supported the fundraising effort to pay for the second saw after the Woodworker’s treasury paid for the first saw. Our thanks to Pat Harvey for leading the SAWSTOP effort and his committee members who put in hundreds of hours transitioning from the older table saws to the SAWSTOPs. Jack Berning, Richard McCorkle, Kelly Kennedy, Steve Valmossoi, Vic Hillman, and Vern Luellen are thanked for helping with the installation of the new saws. Members are finding the new saws easy to use and, of course, safer. Feel free to visit the Woodshop because we’d like to show off the new equipment. Suzie Sawyer, President Back to Top

S EPO Community Emails: January 2023 Sent 2023-01-31: Men’s Golf League this Week - Because of the cold front that came in there was NO golf this morning (01-31). I am rescheduling Mens League Play for this Friday, 02/03/23 same roster up now will be the same for Friday. Any questions call Rocky at 360-481-0124 or text me or contact Matt Lyne thanks. Sent 2023-01-31: WC: Valentine’s Day - Valentine’s Day Bow-Tie committee apologizes but brunch and happy hour festivities have been canceled for this year. So, get your romantic, love filled plans on and make some wonderful memories. - Pam Lacy Sent 2023-01-30: Home For Rent - See the home I have for Rent on the Sunshine Market . - Sam, Linda, Doogie, Bailey Mae & Barney B. Davis IN GOD WE TRUST Sent 2023-01-27: SUNSHINE NEWSLETTER: 2023-02 - Thanks to everyone who contributed to next month's Newsletter. It's one to sit back, relax and take your time reading - because it's jam-packed with great info. You can view/print it directly from HERE or from the Web site HERE . Valerie will be placing printed copies in the library area either later today or on Monday. - Beth Parrish SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-26: URGENT: Sunshine Storage Area Security System - Dear Friends - The security system in the Storage Lot is not working properly. We are in the process of fixing it and so for now, please make sure your stuff is secure - sheds locked, boats tied down, RV locked and etc. We will keep you advised. Thanks -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 SEPO DiRector - Storage Lot area Sent 2023-01-26: Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) info - Hello Sunshine Friends and Neighbors, The 37th annual Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament (GNDGT) on March 2-4th is fast approaching. This is a 27-hole, 3-day golf scramble, with an awards dinner on Saturday evening. We have had more than 180 people participate in this event in the past. It is a fun tournament for 55+ aged persons. Each year we encourage Sunshine Country Club residents to participate in any way they are most comfortable. We know that everyone is not a golfer, but this event is a perfect way to get involved in our community and “Let the Sunshine In!” Although the GNDGT Committee will purchase many gifts for the Award Dinner, in the past, we asked residents to consider preparing a gift basket and donating it for the drawing/awards dinner. Gift baskets have been a great success as a personal prize during the awards dinner. Many residents donated these baskets, which the recipients greatly appreciated during the drawing. This year we would also like to open the possibility of Donations. If you would like to participate with a donation, here are some ideas: Gift baskets valued at $25- $50, filled with “new items,” (In past years, many of the baskets were filled with items of their favorite sports team or “New” items purchased from any local retailer or even your hometown). You might consider donating a Gift Card. You can donate any amount from local retailers, including restaurants. Direct monetary donations are also welcome; don’t hesitate to contact the committee chair to make this happen. Gift baskets and other donations must be received before the March 2nd event date. Our goal is to have fun before and during this event! Don't hesitate to contact the GNDGT Chairperson, Tony Tramel, at 337-693-6344 or trtramel@gmail.com regarding donations and/or other questions. Respectfully, Good Neighbor Day Golf Tournament Committee Sent 2023-01-26: WC: Minutes from 2023-01-20 - These minutes can be found HERE . Karen Baase, Women's Club Secretary Sent 2023-01-26: Birding & Nature Club Feb Monthly Meeting - Birding & Nature Club Feb Monthly meeting @7:00PM @ Retzlaff Hall. The Speaker this month is: John Yochum naturalist from Estero Llano Grande State Park. The February Field Trip: will be on, Feb 16. Alt Date Feb 17. Will be to: Estero Llano Grande State Park 3301 S International Blvd FM 1015, Weslaco, TX 78596. Meet outside Retzlaff @ 8:00AM to Car pool to the State Park. If you have a question, contact Tom Stone or Bill Peterson. Bill Peterson Sent 2023-01-26: Stolen truck - Tuesday very early am .... A rather new model truck - extended cab complete with toolbox was stolen from Encore's RV Park area in the "Flats". On their way out, the Bad Guys drove thru the side gate off Grace Avenue (which was closed). Police have been made aware. Lessons learned - lock up your stuff. Don't leave keys in the car. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 2023-01-25: Thank You - To my friends, neighbors, and well-wishers who have sent flowers, cards and prayers my way. Thank you all very much and know that they have been received with heart felt smiles. SCCE has been dear to me for many years and has given us lots of friends and memories. I hope to be home before too much longer and hope to take part in some of those GREAT get-togethers where people can meet and mingle and make new friends, not to forget the great meals. Thanks Again and see you soon. - Alice Montgomery Sent 2023-01-25: Private Event: Shuffleboard & Pavilion - The Pavilion and Shuffleboard Courts have been reserved on Saturday, January 28, from 3:00 to 10:00 for a private event. - Janis McFee Sent 2023-01-25: NOTICE: 2023 Election Ballots - All ballots that were not picked up on the 16th or 17th of January were in the mail on the 19th. We had a successful pickup on the two days listed and I would like to thank all who remembered to make an effort to save the committee time and the organization mailing fees. We would like feedback from those who did not pick up their ballots as to what we might do different in order to increase the numbers. I will have a total in my report on the 21st of February also. Thank You. MARLENE HALL, Election Committee Chairperson Sent 2023-01-24: WC: Valley Voices Concert - The Women's Club is hosting another Valley Voices concert on February 24th @ 3:00 pm in Retzlaff Hall. See additional details below. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-01-24: Garden Club Pics - I'm finally getting a little more free time to work on the Web site. Today I was able to add a 'few' of the pics I have of the wonderful work the Garden Club and all of their helpers are doing this season at the 'butterfly garden' on TX Ave. I'll keep adding them as I come across more in my files. Please send me additional pics as you guys work on various areas around the community. And thank you all so much for helping make Sunshine a beautiful place to live. The Garden Club Home Page is under the 'Amenities' Tab HERE . The Garden Club Pics Page (linked to from the Home Page) is HERE . - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-23: FINAL REMINDER: FEB 2023 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day on Jan 24, 2023 - Here's the FINAL reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by the 24th of this month. If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine FEB 2023 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on Jan 24, at the latest. The Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the Web site HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-21: MARKET: Home For Sale - SOLD SINCE THIS POST - See the home, 2009 W MT Ave, on the Sunshine MARKET that is for sale for Dorothy Olson. - Cindy Shriver, broker/owner, Dream Valley Properties LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-01-21: Women’s Club Superbowl Party - Women’s Club is going to cancel the Super Bowl Party. We are going to have a lot of people out of town. So, with low interest otherwise, it is going to be canceled. Thanks as always for your support of Women’s Club - Vicky Krueger Sent 2023-01-21: Rock Painting News Update - ATTENTION ALL SUNSHINE ROCK PAINTERS! Our next "Rock Painting Club" class is this coming Monday, January 23rd, 2023. Class starts at 1pm, in Retzlaff Hall. We will be painting "Easter" rocks & discussing future "rock painting" ideas! Come join us! - Karren Amos Sent 2023-01-20: Resident Passing - Jon Sandusky passed away unexpectedly yesterday (Jan 20) at his home in Sunshine. - Valerie Basaldua SEPO Office Sent 2023-01-19: CORRECTION - Former Resident Passing - Correction of address from Leona Awrey. Former resident, Elgin Awrey, passed away the morning of 01/18/2023. Address: 222 Metcalfe Street #2 Simcoe, Ontario, Canada, code N3Y3C3 - Leona Awrey (Sister-in-law) Sent 2023-01-19: WOMEN'S CLUB MEETING - WOMEN'S CLUB MEETING IS THIS FRIDAY 1/20/2023 - AT 9AM IN RETZLAFF HALL - We have had a great year so far with a lot of great events. - We still some great events planned, and I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the hall on Friday! - The donuts are ordered, and the coffee will be HOT! Thank You! Vicky LeRoy Krueger Sent 2023-01-19: MARKET: Home For Sale (soon) - See the home, 4133 N MO St, on the Sunshine MARKET that will be for sale soon for the Olson Estate. - Cindy Shriver, broker/owner, Dream Valley Properties LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-01-17: Community Bird Walk - There will be a community Bird Walk for all interested community residents starting at 9:00am at the gazebo on Texas Ave. on Thursday, Jan. 19th. Anyone interested in learning about our local bird population is welcome to attend. Tour will include some walking and some carting as we will be going over to Lake Side to view species there. Questions, call Ralph Peterson at 607-590-0606. Sent 2023-01-17: SPAGHETTI DINNER UPDATE - Sunshine Estates Woodworkers Spaghetti Fundraiser $10 per person Tuesday Jan. 24th 4:30 to 6 pm Carry outs and delivery available. Spaghetti w/meat sauce, salad, garlic or non-garlic bread, dessert, iced or hot tea, coffee, water. Spaghetti dinner tickets are still available. Contact John Chajec, Pat Harvey, Vic Hillman or Neil Moorehead for tickets. Delivery: 956-893-2508 from 4 to 5:30pm the night of the dinner Or, better yet, 708-280-8940 for advance notice. Carryouts: A server will be at the north door (street) and will assist you. Dining: you may come at any time between 4:30 and 6 pm Process: before taking your seat, pick up your salad and dessert. Your drinks and spaghetti will be served at your table. Please fill out the back of your ticket: name, table# and garlic or nongarlic bread. (pencils will be at the table) A server will pick up your ticket and bring your spaghetti back. Hope to see you there, Cathy Chajec Sent 2023-01-17: Garage Sale: Multiple homes in Sunshine this weekend - There are multiple homes in Sunshine having garage sales on the following days/times. 8 AM - 4 PM, Thursday (01-19) & Friday (01-20) 8 AM - Noon, Saturday (01-21) Individual home addresses are not being published here. This will be a great opportunity for everyone to get out and drive around the community to find the homes having a sale and find yourself some bargains. - From: Those who are having a Garage Sale Sent 2023-01-17: REMINDER: FEB 2023 Newsletter Articles Due by End of Day Jan 24, 2022 - Here's the first reminder that next month's Newsletter articles are due by the 24th of this month. If you have an article you would like published in the Sunshine Jan 2023 Newsletter, the article needs to be submitted to seponewsletter@gmail.com by End of Day on Jan 24, at the latest. The Newsletter Guidelines are posted on the Web site HERE . Please call with questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Newsletter Editor E-Mail: seponewsletter@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-17: UPDATED: SEPO Calendar & Activities 2-pager - Some of our Sunshine activities have had to be canceled recently. Others have completed successfully. AND new activities are constantly being added. Therefore, I updated both the SEPO Calendar and the Activities 2-pager documents yesterday late afternoon on the Web site HERE . They are both as of Jan 16, 2023. NOTE: Any previous links you had saved to access either of these two documents are no longer valid. I'm going to work with our Web site provider this summer to see if there is way of getting around this situation. Call w/questions. - Beth Parrish, SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-17: FINAL REMINDER - TIME SENSITIVE: SEPO 2023 Election Ballot Pickup in LIBRARY - Thanks to the over 100 Homeowners who picked up their ballots in the library today. We know there are many more Homeowners who are physically in Sunshine right now and we are hoping you will be able to pick your ballots up tomorrow. Board Election Ballots as well as Bylaws and Covenants ballots may be picked up in the library on: Tuesday- January 17, 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm The Homeowner is the only person who will be given the envelope. It will require a signature of the homeowner verifying "pickup" and will be co-signed by a member of the election committee or chairperson. There will be a board member present to assist with any questions you may have regarding the process or ballot contents. --Marlene Hall Election Committee Chairperson Sent 2023-01-16: Golf course bridge closure - This is to advise that Wednesday (1/18/23) at noon, the bridge from the # 1 green to the # 2 tee box will be closed. You will be directed to go in front of the # 3 green and up # 2. The bridge will be reopened Thursday morning. - Randy Davis, Golf Course Director Sent 2023-01-16: REMINDER - TIME SENSITIVE: SEPO 2023 Election Ballot Pickup in LIBRARY - Thanks to those who have already picked up your ballots. This is a reminder, if you are physically here in Sunshine, please go to the library to pick up your ballots. You have just under an hour left to do that this morning (Monday) and two hours tomorrow (Tuesday). See below for any additional details you may need. Beth Parrish (for Marlene Hall, Election Committee Chairperson) ********************************************************************************** Board Election Ballots as well as Bylaws and Covenants ballots may be picked up in the library on: Monday - January 16, 2023, 9:00am - 11:00am Tuesday- January 17, 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm The Homeowner is the only person who will be given the envelope. It will require a signature of the homeowner verifying "pickup" and will be co-signed by a member of the election committee or chairperson. There will be a board member present to assist with any questions you may have regarding the process or ballot contents. --Marlene Hall, Election Committee Chairperson Sent 2023-01-16: Sunshine Web site: B&N Club Bylaws - The Birding & Nature Club Bylaws have been added to the Sunshine Web site HERE . - Bill Peterson, B&N Club 309-945-2108 Sent 2023-01-14: Save the Date: 59 1/2 Minutes w/Brett Dana - (has been CANCELED) - Sent 2023-01-14: Wood Shop Orientation Class Thursday January 19th 5 pm - Woodshop Orientation Class Thursday Jan 19th 5 pm in the woodshop. This class is a requirement for using the woodshop. A one-time attendance is required. The shop will be closed during the class. Call John Chajec 708-280-8940 with any questions. Sent 2023-01-14: TIME SENSITIVE: SEPO 2023 Election Ballot Pickup - Board ELection Ballots as well as Bylaws and Covenants ballots may be picked up in the library on: Monday - January 16, 2023, 9:00am - 11:00am Tuesday- January 17, 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm The Homeowner is the only person who will be given the envelope. It will require a signature of the homeowner verifying "pickup" and will be co-signed by a member of the election committee or chairperson. There will be a board member present to assist with any questions you may have regarding the process or ballot contents. --Marlene Hall Election Committee Chairperson Sent 2023-01-12: UNAPPROVED: SEPO December 2022 Financials - The UNAPPROVED December 2022 Financials are posted on the Sunshine Website HERE . Please let me know if you have any questions. - Mark Owen SEPO Treasurer Sent 2023-01-12: UNAPPROVED: SEPO Board Mtg (Reg) Minutes & Exec Session Summary, Dec 13, 2022 - One document now contains both: the UNAPPROVED minutes from the Jan 10, 2023, Board Meeting (Regular) and the UNACKNOWLEDGED Summary of the Jan 10, 2023, Executive Session This document can be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE and can also be viewed/printed directly from this LINK . Not knowing who all reads these minutes after each of the Board's meetings, I wanted to point out that these minutes contain information, in particular, to those of you who are in charge of SEPO clubs/activities. These persons need to start thinking about what dates you want to reserve the various SEPO common areas during the 2023-2024 season. There are some dates that are required to be submitted to the Board by March 1, 2023, in order for them to be approved at the March 14, 2023, Board meeting (Regular). The minutes contains details pertaining to this subject. The minutes document will be posted in the office later today. Please call with any issues or questions. - Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-12: 2023 SEPO Election Ballots: Two of the Seven Ballots have been revised - Two of the previously posted seven ballots for the 2023 SEPO Election were revised during the Jan 10, 2023, Board Meeting (Reg). They are: ARTICLE VI: USE RESTRICTIONS - SECTION 6.1 SENIOR CITIZEN RESIDENTIAL USE (AGE) EXHIBIT "B": ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE - Building Conditions and Improvement Regulations. The revised ballots have been updated on the Sunshine Web site HERE . Please contact a Board member if you have any questions concerning these revisions. We want the community to be well-informed before submitting their ballot votes. - Sincerely, Your SEPO Board Sent 2023-01-12: CORRECTION - REMINDER: Meet and Greet today (01-12-23) @ 2 PM in Retzlaff Hall - Just a reminder. There will be a Meet and Greet today (01-12-23) at 2:00 in @ Retzlaff Hall. It will be an opportunity to meet the board candidates and ask them any questions you may have. - Jill Ventrello Sent 2023-01-11: VIDEO: Board Mtg (Regular) on Jan 10, 2023 - The video from the January 10, 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. - Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-11: WC: Bow Tie Brunch - Need Your Help - Hi everyone - I was so excited to see that I had ten or more people signed up to work on the Womens' Club Bow Tie Brunch scheduled for Tuesday, Feb 14. BUT - due to life happening when you are planning something, my committee has shrunk to three people. I'm asking you to please consider joining the team/committee. Our next meeting is January 16. Anyone interested can call me, Pam Lacy @ 218-433-3416, or Lisa Perrier @ 651-485-7293. Thanks so much. Pam Lacy Sent 2023-01-11: Jan 2023 Fishing Association meeting canceled - ATTENTION ALL PARTICIPANTS - THIS MONTHS SEPO Fishing Association meeting has been canceled 'till Feb 8 due to the recent covid cases around Sunshine Estates. Thank you - Bill P Sent 2023-01-11: New Residents Party (Safety Precautions) - Dear Neighbors, Thank you for signing up for the Women’s Club New Residents’ Party being held this Friday, January 13. The signup is now closed. We ask that if you have signed up and may feel under the weather, have a fever or any signs or symptoms of Covid on Friday, to please stay at home. If you let us know by 1 PM on Friday or sooner, we are happy to deliver your catered meal to your doorstep. We hope to have a fun and safe event for the community. Thank you in advance! Sincerely, Pam Davis 214-516-4844 / Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2023-01-10: Calling All Dogs and Cats too - Hey Everyone, Sandra Delaunay will be coming to the Estates on Friday, January13th, 2023, to take care of your pet's nails. She will be starting at 1:00 pm. The cost is ten dollars per pet. Please text 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 Sent 2023-01-10: MARKET: Home for Sale - SOLD SINCE THIS POST Please go to the Sunshine Market: Homes for Sale page HERE to information about my home that is For Sale. - Mark Warner, 4117 N MN -------- Marketed by... Cindy Shriver Dream Valley Properties, LLC 956-970-0449 Sent 2023-01-10: Sunshine Rock Painting Club news - To: Sunshine Rock Painting Club members and others: Re: our Saturday, Jan 7th plans to meet and paint with the youngsters at Sunny Glen Children's Home: the meeting and painting of rocks with the children was postponed until sometime during their March Spring Break. Plans changed due to Illness at the home, but we delivered the painted rocks, treats & a special "donated" gift to a representative of the home. We kept all of the small painted rocks for later. Thanks to all who prepared "chalked", painted, and decorated rocks for the "kids". I'm sure they loved what they received from us. The representatives were very appreciative. - Karren Amos Sent 2023-01-09: SEPO Office Closure - If you go into the office the next several days and the curtain is pulled closed, that indicates the office is closed to all traffic, except emergencies . This will enable Valerie and the Election Committee to work uninterrupted to create the SEPO 2023 Election ballot envelopes for the community. Thanks to the community for your understanding. - Share Nelson SEPO Board President Sent 2023-01-09: Garden Club: Reminder of Tuesday meeting - Reminder: Sunshine Garden Club Get Together When: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Where: Retzlaff Hall Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Topic of the evening: "My Favorite Native Plants" Please join us along with Janet Schofield, Cameron County Master Gardener, providing an educational class on Native Plants. You may ask yourself, why native plants for my landscape? Janet provides information on the benefits of planting native plants, which help under these conditions. Landscaping with native plants can save you money, time, water and resources. They have better resistance to our weather; require less maintenance and sometimes no fertilizer or pesticides needed. All are welcome. Come February we will plan a trip to a park which features native plants. - Susanne Ulrich Sent 2023-01-09: Finger Lickin' Chicken CANCELED - I was diagnosed with COVID Sunday morning. No fever No chills. Chest X-ray is neg. I feel fine except for a little sore throat and body ache. Therefore, for the safety of all of us, I am calling off the Finger LIckin' Chicken Fundraiser until further notice. I have asked Jean Burgoine to clear the board in the Library, open the $$ box and give back your envelopes via Valerie at the Office. Please contact Valerie to pick up your envelope. Thanks for your generosity and Sorry for the disappointment but we will reschedule at a safer time. -- Lenore J Combs 956 245 1276 NW - CERT Coordinator Sent 2023-01-09: Stained Glass class - I will begin the stained glass instructions this Thursday evening from 6:30 pm in the Woodshop. You will need your front gate clicker in order to enter the storage area. Class usually runs 'til about 8:30. The first couple weeks are usually large classes. If there are any experienced stained glass people, I could really use your help to break up the group into manageable sizes. There is no fee for your first project. If you have any questions, please call me at 708-280-8910. - Cathy Chajec Sent 2023-01-08: 2023 Sunshine Rock Painting Calendar - Sunshine Rock Painting Club 2023 calendar! January 9th January 23rd February 6th February 27th March 6th March 27th April 3rd April 24th May 1st May 22nd June 5th June 26th July 10th July 24th August 7th August 28th September 11th* * moved from Sept 4th September 25th October 2nd October 23rd November 6th November 27th December 4th December 18th ** ** moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday Changes will be posted separately. Hope to see you there! Happy Rock Painting! - Karren Amos Sent 2023-01-08: FINAL REMINDER: WC New Residents Party - ticket sales ending and other info - We hope everyone is enjoying the New Year and are looking forward to celebrating our new Residents this Friday January 13th in the Hall. This is a reminder that virtual ticket sales will close this Tuesday evening. If you would like to attend, the signup process is easy, just write your name on the signup sheet and place your $12 per person in the envelope and drop it in the box located in the Library. We look forward to a fun-filled evening to welcome our new neighbors. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Sincerely, - Pam Davis 214-516-4844 & Lisa Perrier 651-485-7293 Sent 2023-01-07: SEPO 2023 Election: List of Candidates Posted - The announcement below was posted outside the SEPO Office on Jan 6, 2023. Sent 2023-01-06: Sunshine Web site - Residents Only: Password has been changed - I had time right now, so I went ahead and updated the Sunshine Web site "password" to the Residents Only section. For obvious reasons the password is not being displayed here. If for any reason you don't have the new password, click on the "Residents Only" link in this email above and follow the instructions. Please keep this in a place where you will have easy access to it. And as always, this password should be kept confidential to only 'current' Sunshine Residents and Renters, due to the personal information that is housed on these pages. - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-06: UNAPPROVED: SEPO "Residents & Directors" Meeting Minutes from Jan 5, 2023 - The UNAPPROVED minutes from the Jan 5, 2023 "Residents & Directors" Meeting can be found HERE . The minutes can also be viewed/printed directly from HERE . They will be posted in the normal three spots late this afternoon. Please call with any issues or questions. - Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-06: NOTICE of Board Executive Session, Tuesday, Jan 10, 2023 - The below will be posted in the SEPO Office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes sometime today. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SEPO BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE to Community Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Immediately after the Board meeting (Regular) in Retzlaff Hall (Board members Only) This is a formal notice to the SEPO community that Board President, Share Nelson, has called a SEPO Board Executive Session, for Board members only, to be held Tuesday, January 10, 2023, immediately after the 1 PM Board meeting (Regular) in Retzlaff Hall. There will be no access permitted into Retzlaff Hall, other than Board members, during this Executive Session. This is a closed session as permitted by Texas law. As stated in Section 4.03 of the SEPO Bylaws, the Board may discuss: Enforcement action in violation of Covenants or Bylaws. - Share Nelson SEPO Board President Sent 2023-01-06: NEED PICS and/or VIDEOS from WC NYE Party - I was super busy at the WC NYE party last Sat night, so I didn't get a chance to take hardly any pictures or videos. I have put the couple I did take on the Web site HERE . I would love to have more posted. And if anyone has digital memories of the 'games', please send them. I saw lots of you snapping away. So don't be shy and send me some. - Beth Parrish WC NYE Party Co-Chair 314-960-6710 sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com Sent 2023-01-06: Meet and Greet - Meet and Greet event happening on Thursday the12th at 2:00 pm in the hall. It's an opportunity for the board candidates to introduce themselves and for residents to ask questions of them. Some members of the Board will also be in attendance if you have questions about the ballots you will be receiving soon. It is being sponsored by the Women's Club. Refreshments will be provided. We would appreciate those of you who can donate cookies. - Jill Ventrello Women's Club Activities Director Sent 2023-01-06: WOODWORKERS SPAGHETTI DINNER JAN 24TH - Sunshine Country Club Estates Woodworkers Spaghetti Dinner Tuesday January 24th 4:30 to 6 pm Retzlaff Hall Spaghetti w/meat sauce, salad, garlic or non-garlic bread, dessert, iced or hot tea, coffee, water $10 per ticket Carryouts and delivery available. Only 250 tickets available, sells out fast, get your tickets early. Tkts available from your friendly Woodworkers. - Any questions call Cathy Chajec 708-280-8910 Sent 2023-01-05: VIDEO: 'Residents & Directors' Mtg on Jan 5, 2023 - The video from the January 5, 2023 'Residents & Directors' meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE and directly from HERE . Your 2023 SEPO Board Election Candidates were presented by the Nominating Committee. There was also lots of great information concerning ballot distribution and voting shared by the Election Committee. If you didn't attend in person, I would encourage you to watch this video. Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Beth Parrish SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-05: Information Meeting outcome - Thank you to everyone who attended the ‘Information Meeting’ Tuesday where there was great discussion of the ballots which are being proposed for you to vote on in the 2023 SEPO Election. Many residents had questions, suggestions, opinions etc. during the Information meeting. Several residents stated the ‘rumors’ they were hearing around the community. We hope residents left the meeting feeling prepared to vote on the proposed ballots. This meeting was not on Google Meet, and therefore, not recorded. We are asking those in attendance to assist in answering questions etc and clearing up rumors they have heard from their friends and neighbors. In fact, the final statement at the meeting was from a resident asking the attendees to do just that. As was stated during the meeting, these ballots are not proposals to benefit the Board. They are not ‘for’ the Board. They are proposals from the Board that we hope you believe will benefit the entire community. The ballots have been on the Web site for a few days now HERE . PLEASE NOTE: These ballots have not yet been delivered to Owners. The Board will be taking one final look at them during the Jan 10 Board meeting. It’s possible some modifications may be made, before turning them over to the Election Committee to start processing them. Sincerely, SEPO Board Sent 2023-01-05: MARKET: Home for Sale (pricing added) - SOLD SINCE THIS POST Please go to the Sunshine MARKET . Pricing has been added to Kitty Olson's home - 4216 N MO St. - Cindy Shriver Sent 2023-01-05: Invitation and Fundraiser for Neighborhood Watch - Finger Lickin' Chicken - Dear Friends - Our Neighborhood Watch will soon hold a fundraiser - Monday 16 January 2023 about 4pm Retz Hall. Information and signup etc is in the Library. Eat in or Take out. If you would like to help with this project - please let me know. You do not have to be a NW volunteer to help. There are a variety of "jobs" - before - during & after. - Thanks. Lenore Combs 956 245 1276 Sent 2023-01-05: Sunshine Web site - Residents Only: Password change to occur this weekend - I will be updating the Sunshine Web site "password" to the Residents Only section around 8 PM this Friday, Jan 6. It will probably take about 30 minutes. I will send an email containing the new password as soon as I have finished. As always, this password should be kept confidential to only 'current' Sunshine Residents and Renters, due to the personal information of our residents that is housed on these pages. - Beth Parrish SEPO Web site Admin E-Mail: sunshinecountryclubweb@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-04: VIDEO: Residents Mtg on Jan 3, 2023 - The video from the January 3, 2023 Residents meeting is now available for viewing on the Sunshine Web site HERE OR directly from HERE . There was lots of great information discussed at this meeting. If you didn't attend in person, I would encourage you to watch this video. Please contact me with any issues/questions. - Beth Parrish 2022 SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-04: Thank you - Your SEPO Board wishes to express their appreciation to Cathy Richmond for providing popcorn and the Women's Club for providing coffee at the meetings Tuesday. - Share Nelson, SEPO Board President Sent 2023-01-04: AGENDA for upcoming Board mtgs: One REMINDER & One NEW - This is to remind you of the 'Residents & Directors' meeting scheduled for tomorrow (Jan 5) at 1 PM. The names of the 2023 Election - SEPO Board Nominees will be presented to the Board by the Nominating Committee chairperson. --- The agenda for this meeting is HERE . This is also the initial Notice and Agenda for a Board Meeting (Regular) which has been scheduled on next Tuesday (Jan 10) at 1 PM. --- The agenda for this meeting is HERE . All Board meeting related items for the 2022-2023 Winter season at Sunshine can always be found on the Sunshine Web site HERE . As always, Valerie will be posting this new agenda (and reposting the Jan 5 agenda, due to the winds this past weekend) outside her office, on the poolside door to Retzlaff Hall and by the mailboxes by 11 AM today. Beth Parrish 2022 SEPO Board Secretary & Governing Documents E-Mail: sepoboardbeth@gmail.com 314-960-6710 Sent 2023-01-02: Health Concerns @ Encore RV Park - Due to health concerns at the Encore RV park, Bingo is being cancelled this week (Jan 3 & Jan 5). Sent 2023-01-02: Birding and Nature Club Potluck Canceled - Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Birding and Nature Club community Pot Luck supper scheduled for Jan. 9th has been canceled. Instead, the club will hold a regular meeting in the Library at 7:00pm on Jan. 9th. Ralph Peterson Back to Top