Sunshine Country Club Estates
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CANCELLED
DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
02-14-26 Sat Valentine's Day Heidi Dill / Jill Ventrello
Sent 2026-02-10: WC, Afternoon Delight -
This event is cancelled. Those who purchased tickets will be refunded. - Heidi Dill
Sent 2026-02-08: WC: Valentine’s Day Signup Reminder -
“Afternoon Delight”
Signup now. Only two days left.
We will have sugar-free ice cream available as well!
If we don’t have at least 100 people, we will need to cancel it.
Thanks!
-Heidi Dill
Sent 2026-02-04: WC: Afternoon Delight Details -
Come for a sweet little
“Afternoon Delight!”
Sign up for $7 each in the library
Thursday-Monday, Feb 5-9th
Lmk if you have any questions.
Thanks!!
-Heidi Dill
Sent 2026-02-02: WC, Afternoon Delight -
Feb 14th 2-4, Retzlaff Hall, All are invited!, Watch for the deets, It’s gonna be SWEET!!!
- From Facebook 2026-01-31: Heidi Dill)
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01-31-26 Mon Taste of Home Marlene Hall/ Deb Deslaureis-Eich
Sent 2026-01-26: WC: Taste of Home Event Saturday, January 31st -
Good evening all. The Taste of Home Event is this Saturday, January 31st.
Please sign up in the library so our committee can reserve enough space for your "home" area displays and food. Details are listed on the flyer above, as well as the signup sheet for attendees, "home" area and what you are bringing (if you know). Also there is a signup sheet for your "home" area so that you can work with others to showcase your displays, including sharing a few things about your "home" area.
Remember, this is a NO Charge event, we look forward to seeing many smiling faces and sharing our foods, as well as share the wealth and a live auction.
In case you are wondering, Wisconsin has the most signups followed by Missouri, Minnesota and Iowa.
Come have some fun and learn about some great food and places.
Contact Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552 or Marlene Hall at 641-351-9973 if you have any questions.
Sent 2026-01-17: Taste of Home Signup sheets are posted in the Library -
Signup sheets for the Taste of Home Event are posted in the library. Start thinking of what you want to bring, sign up and get together with others from your state to plan your table decorations.
This event is free to attend. We will have a live auction and share the wealth, so be sure to bring cash or your checkbook if you would like to bid on any items.
We look forward to tasting all the home goodies that we are proud of.
If you have any questions please contact Marlene Hall at 641-351-9973 or Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552.
Please see the flyer above for details. Signup sheets will be posted in the library this Saturday.
- Deb Eich
Sent 2026-01-14: WC, Last reminder-Signup Sheets coming down soon-New Resident Homeowners Picnic Party -
We’ve had a great response so far for the New Homeowner Resident Picnic!
The signup sheet will be taken down at noon on Thursday January 15th so we can finalize preparations for the party. Thank you to everyone who has signed up—we’re looking forward to a fun day together!
Lisa Perrier 651 485 7293
Jill Heinerikson 816 590 0116
Sent 2026-01-13: Taste of Home Signup sheets are posted in the Library -
Save the Date for the Taste of Home Event Saturday, January 31st. Our committee is cooking up a lot of fun for the event. We look forward to seeing you all there. Please see the details on the flyer above. Signup sheets will be posted in the library this Saturday.
Deb DesLauriers-Eich at 715-821-4552
Marlene Hall at 641-351-9973
Sent 2025-11-02: WC: Taste of Home Event -
(From Facebook on Oct 31. 2025)
Sunshine members don't forget to bring your state bragging gear for the Taste of Home (previously called Taste of Sunshine) Event! It was a great event last season and people out of town wanted reminders before they arrived south!!
What makes your home state special? What will we be Tasting? Want a contest? Or just plain fun? Is Suzie up for another auction? How many different states do we have attending?
- Marlene Hall Event Co-Chairperson
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
01-30-26 Sun Health Fair Pam Davis
Sent 2026-01-27: WC: Health Fair Cancelled -
In case you haven't already heard, unfortunately, due to the main vendor pulling out at the last minute, we had to cancel the Jan 30th Health Fair, this year. - Pam Davis, WC President
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
01-17-26 Sat New Homeowners' Party Lisa Perrier / Jill Heinerikson
Sent 2026-01-14: WC-Last reminder-Signup Sheets coming down soon - New Resident Homeowners Picnic Party -
We’ve had a great response so far for the New Homeowner Resident Picnic!
The signup sheet will be taken down at noon on Thursday January 15th so we can finalize preparations for the party. Thank you to everyone who has signed up—we’re looking forward to a fun day together!
Lisa Perrier 651 485 7293
Jill Heinerikson 816 590 0116
Sent 2026-01-12: WC: New Resident Homeowners Picnic Party -
Just a reminder that we’re four(4) days into sign-ups for our New Resident Homeowner Picnic BBQ. Let’s have fun with a little laughter, music, and dancing, with a bit of comedy tossed in. We hope you’ll sign up and come enjoy a great time together. New resident homeowners who received an invite are free. Just sign up in the library. Details in the flyer above. Thank you!
Lisa Perrier 651 485 7293
Jill Heinerikson 816 590 0116
Sent 2026-01-08: WC, New Resident Homeowner Picnic Party -
Please join us to welcome our new resident homeowners to our community.
The virtual signup for this event is in the library. All this food and fun for $10.00 per person! Please sign up and deposit your payment in the lock box.
If you're a new resident homeowner and received an invite to this event there is no charge to you. However, we do still need you to signup in the Library.
Any questions please contact me or Jill Heinerikson. Thank you!
Lisa Perrier 651 485 7293
Jill Heinerikson 816 590 0116
Sent 2026-01-03: WC, New Homeowners Party -
Please save the date for the new resident picnic homeowner party. Details in the flyer above.
- Lisa Perrier (Event Co-Chair)
Sent 2025-12-18: WC, New Homeowners Party -
Save the date - New Homeowners Party. January 17th, 2026.
Hello to all current and new homeowners in Sunshine Estates.
We’re excited to share that the New Homeowners Party will be held on January 17, 2026. Jill Heinerikson and I are looking forward to hosting the event and seeing you there. It’s going to be a fun event and we’ll have more details for you soon.
Thank you - Lisa and Jill
Sent 2025-12-18: WC, New Homeowners Party -
Save the date - New Homeowners Party. January 17th, 2026.
Hello to all current and new homeowners in Sunshine Estates.
We’re excited to share that the New Homeowners Party will be held on January 17, 2026. Jill Heinerikson and I are looking forward to hosting the event and seeing you there. It’s going to be a fun event and we’ll have more details for you soon.
Thank you - Lisa and Jill
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
01-05-26 Mon Pop-Up Lunch Pam Davis
Sent 2026-01-04: WC: Pop-Up Lunch -
Howdy, neighbors! Just a friendly reminder about our Pop-Up Lunch on Monday, January 5, from Noon - 1 PM.
We’ll be serving:
• Chicken salad sandwiches on a croissant with lettuce
• A bag of chips
• Tea lemonade and coffee
All for the low price of $5!
We’ll also have:
• FatBoy ice cream sandwiches for $2
• Free popcorn for everyone
It’s a great opportunity to enjoy lunch, visit with your neighbors, and then stay afterward for the "Residents & Directors" Meeting..
We sure hope to see you there—come hungry and bring a friend!
Sincerely,
- Pam Davis Women’s Club President 214-516-4844
Sent 2026-01-03: REMINDER: Monday Activities/Mtgs -
Remember -
Monday at 1pm, there will be a Board/Residents meeting in the Hall, including Directors’ reports, election discussion, candidate introductions, employee introductions, SEPO club updates, more.
Also, the Women’s Club will be selling chicken salad sandwiches and chips for $5 starting a little after noon (while they last).
Come for the food, stay for the meeting.
Randy Davis
SEPO Board President
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
12-31-25 Wed NYE Party Patricia Lay
Sent 2025-12-29: WC, NYE Party -
Come all. A reminder for new years eve to sign up in the library 5.00 each. Signup ends 1 PM on Wed, Dec 31. - Patricia & Phillip Lay
Sent 2025-12-24: WC: New Year's Eve -
Come one and all🎉🎊
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Wednesday, Dec 31st 2025 to ring in 2026!
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8pm-12
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BYOB, bring snacks to share
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Sign up in the library
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$5.00 each
Woohoo, - Phillip and Patricia Lay
Newsletter 2025-12:
The New Years Eve party follows on December 31st with Patricia Lay again agreeing to host it. As of now, it will be a DJ, Philip Lay, providing the music. Send him some suggestions of your favorites! Patricia will provide more details later but I’m sure she would be happy to see more names on the list to be part of her team. Let’s say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 with an evening of fun! Auld Lang Syne! Watch for Details!!!! (More information later in this Newsletter.)
- Mary Hull (WC Activities Director)
New Years Eve Party - December 31, 2025, 8pm until 12 Midnight in Retzlaff Hall.
Music by DJ Phillip. Dancing, and Fun! Bring a snack to share! BYOB! There will be a signup sheet in the library soon. $5.00 each. Includes a Champagne Toast! See you at the Hall!
- Phillip & Patricia Lay and our team!!
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
12-25-25 Thu Christmas Dinner Jane Meehan / Brenda Bont
Sent 2025-12-17: WC, Christmas Dinner Signup -
Remember to sign up for the Christmas Dinner by next Monday! Payment and signs are in the library….
Dec 25/12:30/$6 - Jane Meehan
Sent 2025-12-16: WC: Christmas Dinner Announcements -
This is Beth P: I just saw the below on Facebook from Dec 14
Christmas Dinner Announcements
Dear Friends,
Mark your calendars: Thursday, December 25!
Please join us for a Christmas Dinner Potluck at Retzlaff Hall. Our theme this year is “Trading Snowflakes for Seashells”. Come join your neighbors for the food and fellowship. Stick around for some crazy games and socializing……..
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Cost: $6.00
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Menu: Ham/sauce, coffee - iced tea - lemonade
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We ask that you bring a dish to pass for the potluck.
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Signup sheets and Virtual Ticket Sales will be in the library until Monday, Dec. 22.
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Doors will be open at 12:30 PM. Dinner will be served at 1:00, after the blessing.
We hope to see you there! Thank you for your support in our Sunshine Community!
- Jane Meehan and Brenda Bont (Co-Chairs)
We wish each of you a Very Merry Holiday Season!
Sent 2025-12-03: WC: Christmas Dinner Committee Meeting (Help Needed) -
(From Facebook, Dec 1, 2025) Brenda Bont/Jane Meehan
Attention All Party Elves: We are hosting the SEPO Christmas Dinner. We are looking for committee member volunteers to help put on the party. Please join us on Wednesday, Dec 3 at 1:00 to help us organize.
1912 W Michigan Drive
Thank you!
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
12-06-25 Sat Craft/Bake Sale Nancy Lyne / Nancy Sterling
From Facebook: 2025-12-05 -
Starting off with setting up for Craft-Bake Sale with a great group of gals. Want to say please come and check out our 5 Vendors plus a great selection on the raffle table and 20 items on the silent auction that are to die for. Come check it out. Our baked goods, candy’s are down but still a great selection.
Cinnamon rolls, cinnamon rolls coffee cake, coffee for sell for $3.00 or just a roll for $2.00 or just coffee for a $1.00. Glenda Wetherbee and Eileen Anderson doing lefse.
Don’t miss out. - Nancy Lyne (Co-Chairperson)
From Facebook: 2025-12-04 -
A friendly reminder this coming Saturday December 6th is the Craft/Bake sale from 8:00 - 11:00 am. There will be door prizes, raffle table of which you may purchase tickets $1.00 per ticket or 6 for $5.00. We will have a silent auction table again this year. We also have 4 Vendors selling their crafts. There will also be cinnamon rolls and coffee for $3.00, or $2.00 for just a cinnamon roll or $1.00 for just coffee.
On Friday December 5th please plan to bring your baked goods to the Hall from 2:30 to 4:00 pm Please have your goodies priced. We will also be taking raffle items so we have time to be ready for the Craft/Bake sale on Saturday. Vendors please plan on setting up on Friday, same time. Glenda and Eileen I will have your table in place.
If any questions please feel free to contact Nancy Lyne.
Thank you for helping make this a successful event.
- Nancy Lyne (Co-Chairperson)
Newsletter 2025-12:
Saturday, December 6th will be our annual Bake and Craft sale chaired by Nancy Lyne. She will have a signup sheet for crafters in the library 10 days before the event. I have seen some of the beautiful creations of our members. Many of us would love to purchase something you’ve made. Be sure to sign up for a booth! And of course, she will need lots of goodies for the bake sale. Last year, I saw first-hand all the yummy goodies that were for sale. WOW! What an assortment! Plus, there will be door prizes. Don’t miss out on this annual December function. Nancy will be announcing the times shortly. Watch for a SEPO Email and mark your calendars!
- Mary Hull (WC Activities Director)
Sent 2025-11-23: WC: Craft/Bake Sale -
Updates for the upcoming Craft/Bake Sale set for Saturday, December 6th.
Doors open at 8:00 am. Event runs until 11:00 am. On Saturday we will have cinnamon rolls and coffee for sale, along with baked goods, homemade jelly, salsa, breads, pies, cakes, candy etc. Thank you to those who are helping this year's event be a success. Glenda Wetherbee and Eileen Anderson will be there to make Lefsa. Please let Janis McFee know if you are planning on providing cinnamon rolls.
It is not too late If you want to be a vendor at the craft/bake sale. The cost is $5.00 per table. Love to have you show off your talent!!! If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact Nancy Lyne at 308-870-4286. I will be adding a signup sheet for Vendors at the library right after Thanksgiving and a poster with information regarding date/times to bring your baked goods, raffles/silent auction items to the Hall on December 5th. Committee will be in Hall on the 6th around 7:00 am to ensure all items are ready to sell at 8:00 am. Also to ensure Raffle tables and silent auction tables are ready for this event.
ATTENTION:
Baked goods, crafts, Raffle items and Silent Auction items may be brought to the Hall on Friday December 5th around 2:30 pm. until 4:00 pm. Vendors are welcome to set up their tables as well. Please have your donated baked goods priced/marked for sale. For Raffle items it is preferred that items be new or slightly used. Welcome to bring new items for the Silent Auction, items we have had in the past, were a hand-crafted jewelry box, painted snowman, pickleball paddles, quilt, gift cards, to name a few. A starting bid will be indicated on each sheet. At 11:00 am sheets will be pulled, whoever won the bid will be announced a little after 11:00. Please plan on paying and picking up your items right after the craft/bake sale or prior to 12:00 pm.
A huge Thank you to this year's committee and again everyone who participated in bringing goods for the sale and attending this event. Hope to see you there!!!!
Nancy Lyne 2025-Chair
Nancy Sterling-Co-Chair
Committee: Lexa Bentley, Cindy Hulswit, Jane Meehan, Pat L'Heureux, Gloria Voth, Wanda Kortleever, Kathy Wunderich, Cindy Mead, Brenda Jeneson, Bev McIntosh, Diane Tewell, Tracy Wagner, Janis McFee, Marge Lehman, Lois Bjornson, Glenda Wetherbee. Thank you again for taking the time to help make this year's craft/bake sale a success.
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
11-27-25 Thu Thanksgiving Dinner Mary Hull / Sally Hardy
Sent 2025-11-25: Thanksgiving Signup Ends Today -
Hi all! Today, Tuesday is the last day to sign up for Thanksgiving dinner in the hall at 2om on Thursday. Signup sheets will be in the library through today for side dishes. $5 per person to cover cost of turkeys can be deposited in box. Thank you - Mary Hull
Sent 2025-11-17: WC: Thanksgiving Dinner (please read asap) -
NEED HELPERS:
We do have an urgent request for help. There is a very small team handling everything and we could certainly use more willing bodies. We're having a planning meeting tomorrow, Tuesday in the library at 1 pm if you can make it. If you can't, we would still welcome anyone willing to help on Thanksgiving Day. Let me know.
DETAILS REMINDER:
Our annual Thanksgiving dinner will start at 2 pm on Thursday November 27th. There is a signup sheet in the library, broken down by the various side dishes you can bring, i.e. salad, dessert etc. A $5 per person fee to help cover cost of turkeys can be deposited in an envelope in the lockbox.
We look forward to breaking bread together with you.
Here's a big Thank You in advance.
- Mary Hull and Sally Hardy
Sent 2025-11-14: WC: Thanksgiving - Details & Volunteers -
Thanksgiving is fast approaching and we are in need of some more kitchen volunteers. I'm having a planning meeting next Tuesday Nov 18th at 1 pm at our home at 4329 N Minnesota St. The more the merrier!!! Thank you for considering being a part of my Thanksgiving team!!!
- Mary Hull
A signup list will be in the library next week for Thanksgiving. Dinner will be at 2 pm. We are asking for $5 per person to cover the cost of the turkeys.
When you sign up, it will be divided up by salads, desserts, mashed potatoes, vegetables and dressing, rolls and butter. Look forward to breaking bread together on the 27th.
- Mary Hull and Sally Hardy
Sent 2025-11-13: WC: Thanksgiving Dinner -
(From Facebook on Nov 11) Mary Hull
We are still in need of four more people to cook turkeys for Thanksgiving. We have the turkeys, pans and turkey bags. Just let me know! Thank you!!!
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11-11-25 Tue Veterans Day Cindy Hulswit / Lenore Combs
Sent 2025-11-06: WC: Veterans Day -
Our Veterans Day program will be Tuesday November 11th at 1:00 pm.
One change from last year is that there will be no potluck afterwards.
Many of the Veterans enjoy the free meals at the local restaurants so there will be no potluck.
- Rich Hulswit, (701) 566-1257
Sent 2025-11-04: WC: Veterans Day -
We will have a Veterans Day celebration on Tuesday November 11th at 1:00 pm in the Hall. We are looking for flag bearers for Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, Marines, Space Force, POW and the American flag. Please contact Jim Tennant 616 866-9960 if you would be interested. Thank you.
- Rich Hulswit, (701) 566-1257
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
11-07-25 Fri FREE - Medicare 101 Session Pam Davis
Sent 2025-11-04: WC: Medicare 101 Class - Signup Ending -
(From Facebook on Nov 4, 2025)
The sign-up sheet for the Medicare 101 class (to be held this Friday, November 7th from 10-11) will be removed from the Library on Wednesday afternoon. We currently have 43 residents attending. If you’d like to learn more about the upcoming Medicare changes and participate in this educational event, please sign up before the list closes. Thank you! - Pam Davis, Event Chairperson
Sent 2025-10-28: CORRECTION - WC: FREE Medicare 101 Educational Session -
Hi neighbors,
Join us for an informative Medicare 101 session in the Hall on Friday, November 7, from 10 to 11 AM.
Breakfast burritos (or “tacos,” as we like to say in the South!) will be provided.
To help our presenters plan, please sign up starting Wednesday so they can get an accurate breakfast count.
Feel free to reach out with any questions—see y’all there!
- Pam Davis, WC President / Event Chairperson
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DATE DAY EVENT Chairperson(s)
10-21-25 Tue Oktoberfest Pam Davis / Lisa Perrier
Sent 2025-10-11: Oktoberfest Signup is Up! -
Guten Tag!
Just a quick note to let you know the Oktoberfest signup sheet is posted in the Library! Please add your name, put your payment in the provided envelope, and drop it into the locked box. If you have any questions, you can always reach out to us. Looking forward to a great time together — cheers to Oktoberfest! 🍺🍂
Sincerely, - Pam Davis And Lisa Perrier, Event Co-Chairs
2025-10 Newsletter: Oktoberfest -
We’re kicking off the season with a fun Oktoberfest celebration on Tuesday, October 21st! The evening will feature free beer, games, prizes, and a delicious meal of bratwurst, German potato salad, and German chocolate cake with all the fixings. Mark your calendars—this is an event you won’t want to miss!
We’re kicking off the season with a fun Oktoberfest celebration on Tuesday, October 21st!
Mark your calendars! This is an event you won’t want to miss! Please See More Info & Our Oktoberfest Flyer below. - Pam Davis, WC President
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Prost! Sunshine Country Club Estates Women’s Club Season Kickoff
Dust off your lederhosen and grab your neighbors —it’s time to celebrate!
On Tuesday, October 21st, we’re kicking off the season with a good old-fashioned German-style bash, and everyone’s invited!
Here’s what’s brewing:
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At 4PM our Biergarten by the pool opens first—sip on free German-themed beer and try your hand at the
Hammerschlagen game (bring your best swing!).
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Around 4:30 PM, our Hall doors swing open for a feast fit for a Bavarian King: bratwurst, German potato salad, and rich German chocolate cake. Wash it all down with coffee, tea, lemonade, and (of course) more beer (or BYOB).
The fun continues inside with:
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Lively festive music
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Costume prizes
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Yodeling contests (best male & female)
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Polka dancing competitions
Tickets are just $15 per person—a small price for a night of big fun, tasty food, and unforgettable memories!
So come ready to laugh, dance, and reconnect with friends and neighbors. This season kickoff will be one for the books—German style!
Raise your glass, shout “Prost!” and let’s get this party started!
Signup starts in the Library Saturday, October 11th!
Prost!!
-Pam Davis and Lisa Perrier Event Co-Chairs
