CA Communicator
October 4, 2019
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In this Issue
CA NEWS
- 9-Hole Miniature Golf Course Opens at Cowan Creek
- Garage Sale Tomorrow: Oct. 5
- Outdoor Pool & Kids Swim Changes
- Firewise Town Hall: Oct. 8
- Coming to America: Tell us your pilgrim story
- City Bicycle Plan Presentation: Oct. 7
- Community Standards Town Hall: Oct. 15
- Free Outdoor Concert: Oct. 15
- Health Fair: Oct. 18
- Contest to Name a Program
- Attention: All Block Captains
- Wildlife Town Hall: Oct. 22
- Shred Day: Oct. 24
- Prescription Drug Take-Back Day: Oct. 26
- Please Don't Block the Mailboxes
- Hill Country Arts & Crafts Fair: Nov. 2 & 3
- CPR/AED & First Aid Classes
- Treating Fire Ants
- Native Area Maintenance Plan
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CITY/COUNTY NEWS
- Outdoor Warning Sirens and Growl Testing
AROUND SUN CITY
- What to Expect from Hearing Aids: Oct.10
- How the Constellations Got Their Names: Oct. 15
- Beginning Duplicate Bridge Class
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Sun City Restaurants
- Coming Events
- Event Calendars
- Quick Links
- Committee Meetings
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Early Deadline for
CA Communicator
The deadline for submissions for the October 25 CA Communicator is
Wednesday, Oct. 16.
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NOW OPEN
9-hole Miniature Golf Course Opens at Cowan Creek
A miniature or Putt Putt 9-hole golf course has been built behind the Cowan Creek Amenities Center and will be used on a first come first served basis. Age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
There will be putters available in varying sizes for kids and adults plus balls to check out at the Cowan Creek monitor's desk. You must leave your resident ID badge at the desk until items are returned. Residents are encouraged to bring their own putters and golf balls. Scored cards and rules are also available at the monitor's desk or Click Here to print one.
The Developer installed and paid 100% of the cost of installation. Enjoy!
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TOMORROW!
Garage Sale
Saturday, Oct. 5
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. • SCPL
Open to the Public
No early Shopping!
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Outdoor Pool Hours
& Kids Swim Changes
Outdoor Pool Hours: The outdoor pools & spas on Saturdays and Sundays now close at 6 p.m. when the fitness centers close.
Kids Swim: Children ages 4 – 15 may swim from 1 – 3 p.m. in the indoor pools only at Texas Drive and Cowan Creek. There will not be kids swim at the Retreat during the fall/winter months.
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Firewise Town Hall
Wildfires & Sun City Homes: Perceptions and Reality
Submitted by the Firewise Group
Tuesday, Oct. 8
9 a.m. SCB
What is your perception of why structures burn from wildfires? Come to our Town Hall where we will review the wildfire research and documentation through discussion, videos and more for a better understanding. The Georgetown Fire Department plans to review escaping your home in case of a fire. Texas A&M Forest Service will provide an update for Firewise in Texas.
Research and documentation show that embers from a nearby wildfire are the major cause of home fires. Is your home prepared for embers from a nearby wildfire? A review of how a house is constructed, what is around it and other factors contribute to the possibility of a home burning will be included.
Drought and wildfires have always been a concern in Central Texas. The September 26 Drought Monitor reported that Sun City and Williamson County were in extreme drought conditions. This may indicate an increased potential for wildfires.
Join us as we review the research about people’s perceptions about wildfires, wildfire behavior, how a wildfire could affect your Sun City home and what you can do to reduce the potential for embers to ignite your home. And have some coffee and a donut!
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TELL US YOUR PILGRIM STORY
- Deadline Extended -
Coming to America
A pilgrim - in America - is someone who immigrated here first. Are you a modern day pilgrim? Did you immigrate to the United States? In honor of America's cherished holiday, Thanksgiving, Sun Rays is asking for your immigrant story.
When did you arrive? How and why did you leave to come to America? What challenges did you face on your journey and once you got here. Who helped you? What are you most thankful for about life in your new country?
Please send your story to Jaime Calder, [email protected], no later than Monday, Oct. 7, for inclusion in the November issue of Sun Rays. We kindly ask that submissions be limited to 350 words or less. Photographs are highly encouraged. If you need help in arranging a photograph or handling old pictures, please contact Jaime Calder at 512-948-7745.
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City of Georgetown Bicycle
Master Plan Presentation
Monday, Oct. 7
1 p.m. • RLSR
The City of Georgetown has been developing a Bicycle Master Plan that will serve as the city's blueprint for future bicycling transportation enhancements. The goals of the plan are to ensure safety, improve connectivity, enhance equity, support the economy and foster a bicycle-friendly culture. As a member of the Sun City cycling community, this plan will likely effect you. If you have any questions regarding this meeting, contact Walt Grabowski at [email protected]. This presentation is sponsored by the Sun City Cyclists Club and the Sun City Community Association.
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Community Standards Town Hall:
New Design Guidelines Overview
Tuesday, Oct. 15
9 a.m. • RLSR
Sun City has new design guidelines which are 37% shorter and more easily understood. At this Town Hall, Director of Community Standards Carl Zimmerman will present a brief overview of these new guidelines. Ginger Przybys, Modification Committee Chair, and other committee members will be at the Town Hall to answer individual questions after the presentation. Thank you to the committee members for their hard work!
Click Here to read some highlights of the Design Guidelines.
Click Here to read the new 2019 Design Guidelines.
Please note that seating is limited to 200 at this venue.
The Town Hall will not be televised or posted online for later viewing.
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Join us for our free concert series!
“Under Texas Skies”
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On the Air Band
rock 'n' roll, oldies, country
Tuesday, Oct. 15
5 - 7 p.m. • CCAM • FREE
Join us for another great outdoor, free concert on the lawn at the Cowan Creek Amphitheater. Please bring lawn chairs or a blanket for seating. Picnics are welcome. This is an outdoor venue, so in case of inclement weather there is no rain date.
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Health Fair
Friday, Oct. 18
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. • SCB
Free to attend
Twice a year the CA brings healthcare professionals and health-related businesses to your doorstep. Come and see who will be here for the Fall Health Fair! A seminar series with industry health care experts is offered in the Texas Room.
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NAME THAT PROGRAM!
Contest to Name an NRO Program
A new NRO Committee invites your help to name its new program benefiting all Sun City residents. The Program will serve two functions: (1) as a clearinghouse for easily-accessible community resources to help maintain and improve our quality of life and (2) as a forum coordinating educational events, health education and sponsoring of town halls and lectures to keep us informed and connected. The Committee is seeking a name that is catchy, succinct and will become highly recognizable in our community.
The Committee welcomes your ideas to name this new Committee. Please email your program names to [email protected] no later than Friday, Oct. 18. If your name is selected, you will receive a $100 gift card compliments of the Community Association.
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Attention All
Block Captains
For some time now, we have been trying to communicate with each and every Block Captain, but because of summer travel and schedule challenges, we are still failing to connect with a large group of Block Captains.
We need a completed information sheet from all of you because we are developing an important, comprehensive communication list for the future of SCTX. It is important that communications be in place for each block.
On Thursday, Oct. 24, at 9 a.m. in the Ballroom there will be a one-hour workshop to simplify some of the Block Captain efforts. This workshop has been in development for several months with a goal of keeping the message simple, clear cut and manageable for your contact with residents within your individual blocks. The effort is to provide useful and usable information for new as well as experienced Block Captains.
Each participant will be awarded a certificate of completion and copies of the presentation materials for your future reference and use. Each segment will be helpful, but information provided in the social section alone makes it worth your time and attendance.
Please complete and return the attached registration/information form to the Texas Drive monitor's desk. Click Here to print the form or pick one up at the TD monitor's desk.
Let us hear from you soon.
Thank you,
Block Captain Development Group
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Wildlife
Town Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 22
9:30 a.m. • Ballroom
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Shred Day
Thursday, Oct. 24
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
or until the trucks fill
Drive-thru LHPP
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Rx Drug Take-Back Day
Saturday, Oct. 26
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Drive-thru LHPP
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Friendly Reminder:
Please don't block the mailboxes
We have been asked by our local post office to remind residents not to block mailboxes with their trash cans or other items that make it difficult to access mailboxes. Please remember to provide your carrier with plenty of room because if the box is blocked, the carrier is not required to service the mailbox. The diagram below gives you some suggestions for better trash can placement.
Thank you in advance, Jim (and your mail carrier)!
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SAVE THE DATES!
Hill Country Arts
& Crafts Fair
Saturday, Nov. 2 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 3 • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Be sure to visit the Social Center Ballroom, lobby, back patio, pond area and along the main front drive.
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CPR/AED & First Aid Classes
Lifesaving classes are held in Sun City and sponsored by the Emergency Management Committee. Click Here to read about classes and how to register.
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Treating Fire Ants
The CA is putting bait out for fire ants this month. Signs will be posted around campus to remind residents that it is time to treat their yards. Treatment works best if we all treat at the same time!
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Native Area Maintenance Plan
Weather permitting, we are planning to begin the second pass of our bi-annual maintenance of the Native Common areas the first full week of October. Please find below the proposed neighborhood order of maintenance.
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Outdoor Warning Sirens:
Growl Testing
Georgetown's outdoor warning sirens, which are located throughout the Sun City Texas community, are tested on the first Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. with two back-to-back, 90 second audible tests.
These sirens are one method of alerting residents about impending hazards, such as tornadoes or severe weather. If you hear the sirens (other than the scheduled tests), please seek immediate shelter.
Growl Testing
In addition, the City will begin doing what is known as a “growl test” on each of the alternate Saturdays when the regular siren is not tested. A growl test only lasts 30 seconds or so and emits a low growl-like sound, from which it gets its name. Testing each Saturday (either with the full siren or the growl test) allows the City to ensure that the sirens are working and helps prevent the sirens from seizing or failing.
Note: No testing will be conducted during severe weather or if there is a threat of severe weather to avoid confusion.
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Computer Club: Hearing Solutions SIG
What to Expect from Hearing Aids
Corrected Date
Thursday, Oct. 10
10 a.m. • ACA
The presentation will be "What to Expect from Hearing Aids: What they can and cannot do" which will be especially helpful to folks just beginning to look at hearing aids and those just beginning to adjust to new aids.
We all tend to expect hearing aids to "fix" our hearing much like eye glasses fix our vision, but they cannot do that! So, come and find out what they CAN do. Everyone is welcome.
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Nature Club:
How the Constellations Got Their Names
Tuesday, Oct. 15
2:30 p.m. • SCB
Ron Cowick will present “How the Constellations Got Their Names.” Come enjoy a fun afternoon learning about the fascinating and long history of our astronomical patterns.
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Beginning Duplicate Bridge Class
Mondays Oct. 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18
9 - 11:30 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to learn to play Duplicate Bridge? Are you a bridge player who is looking for a bit more challenge? Are you playing bridge in homes and want to stop cleaning the house and providing drinks and making snacks?
Sun City Duplicate Bridge Club is offering a 4-week beginning mechanics course. A partner is not required; we’ll have a partner for you when you arrive! Cost: $10. To register, contact instructor Rita Wiegenstein at 512-591-7635 or [email protected].
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Mulligan's Restaurant
Music on the Patio at 5 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 4: Music by A&W
• Saturday, Oct. 8: Twin Oaks Band
• Thursday, Oct. 10: Karaoke
• Friday, Oct. 11: Oatmeal Sound
Machine
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Legacy Hills Grille
OKTOBERFEST! Be sure and join us for Oktoberfest this weekend Friday and Saturday, Oct. 4 & 5, featuring homemade German food: Schnitzel, bratwurst, potato salad and sauerkraut. We will have plenty of German beverages on-hand as well! Runs from 11 a.m. until closing at 8 p.m. both days.
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Swinging "Fore" a Cure
Golf Tournament
Friday, Oct. 4
Blessing of the Animals
Friday, Oct. 4
Garage Sale
Saturday, Oct. 5
City Bicycle Plan Presentation
Monday, Oct. 7
Firewise Town Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 8
Community Standards Town Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 15
Free Concert Under Texas Skies
Tuesday, Oct. 15
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Health Fair
Friday, Oct. 18
Early Voting In Sun City
Oct. 21 - Nov. 1
Wildlife Town Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Shred Day
Thursday, Oct. 24
Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Saturday, Oct. 26
Hill Country Arts & Crafts Fair
Nov. 2 & 3
Board of Directors Workshop
Thursday, Nov. 7
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Lifestyle
& Activities
No log in
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Residential Standards Inspections
Resources for Seniors
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Veterans Information
Clubs, Groups & Neighborhoods
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Committee & Group Meetings |
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Chartered Clubs
Monday, Oct. 21
8 a.m., AC MR 1/2
COPs
Tuesday, Nov. 5
9 a.m., ACA
Covenants
Wednesday, Nov. 6
9 a.m., CCAN
Emergency Management
Friday, Oct. 11
9 a.m., AC MR 1/2
Finance
Tuesday, Oct. 29
1 p.m., AC, MR 1/2
Golf
Monday, Oct. 28
3 p.m., AC MR 1/2
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LMHO
Wednesday, Dec. 4
10 a.m., AC MR 1/2
Modifications
Thursday, Nov. 7
8:30 a.m., CCAN
10 a.m. Open Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 17
8:30 a.m., CCAN
NRO
Wednesday, Oct. 16
9:30 a.m. • RLSR
Property & Grounds (P&G)
Tuesday, Nov. 5
2 p.m., CCAN
Tuesday, Oct. 15
2 p.m., CCW
Wildlife
Wednesday, Nov. 6
3 p.m., AC MR 1/2
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