NEWS
November 2021 Splash Article
PLAY BALL - - - - BOCCE BALL THAT IS !!!!
After last years hiatus from the game due to covid the Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club kicked off the 2021 – 2022 season with our annual Wine and Cheese Event held at Sisk Park on Sunday, October 24th. Nearly 150 Sun Lakes residents registered to play the first session, which includes 26 players, new to our club. All Club members were welcomed with introductions of the 2021 Board Members and the many improvements that have been initiated by the Board over the past year which includes the Club’s website www.sunlakesbocceball.com, (which most used to register and pay their dues for the first time); movement of the Bocce balls from the cabinet in the Ramada to a new cabinet located within the shaded enclosure at court #2; a Training Committee containing “A” and “B” players provided by the Board for instruction and guidance to all that may want or need their help; the addition of spectator benches located alongside Bocce courts #1 and #4; and the drafting of a new informative document entitled “Club Play – How it Works” which introduces the game to new players, while defining all the details of the game, as played by the Club here at Sun Lakes, to all our members.
Registration, while closed for the first session, will open for the Second Session on December 1 for those wishing to play. The second session begins play on January 16 and concludes on March 20, 2022, with our Award Banquet on March 27. Those interested can complete a registration form on the website and pay the $25 registration fee.
All new players to the game, or those that require it, can request instruction by the Training Committee by forwarding an email to the attention of the Membership Director at siskbocce@hotmail.com
The Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club, the Board of Directors and Members thank the Cottonwood Palo Verde Sun Lakes Homeowners Association for their cooperation and assistance in making many of the improvements mentioned in the foregoing happen. Without them the improvements would have been impossible to achieve.
John Terranova - President
PLAY BALL - - - - BOCCE BALL THAT IS !!!!
After last years hiatus from the game due to covid the Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club kicked off the 2021 – 2022 season with our annual Wine and Cheese Event held at Sisk Park on Sunday, October 24th. Nearly 150 Sun Lakes residents registered to play the first session, which includes 26 players, new to our club. All Club members were welcomed with introductions of the 2021 Board Members and the many improvements that have been initiated by the Board over the past year which includes the Club’s website www.sunlakesbocceball.com, (which most used to register and pay their dues for the first time); movement of the Bocce balls from the cabinet in the Ramada to a new cabinet located within the shaded enclosure at court #2; a Training Committee containing “A” and “B” players provided by the Board for instruction and guidance to all that may want or need their help; the addition of spectator benches located alongside Bocce courts #1 and #4; and the drafting of a new informative document entitled “Club Play – How it Works” which introduces the game to new players, while defining all the details of the game, as played by the Club here at Sun Lakes, to all our members.
Registration, while closed for the first session, will open for the Second Session on December 1 for those wishing to play. The second session begins play on January 16 and concludes on March 20, 2022, with our Award Banquet on March 27. Those interested can complete a registration form on the website and pay the $25 registration fee.
All new players to the game, or those that require it, can request instruction by the Training Committee by forwarding an email to the attention of the Membership Director at siskbocce@hotmail.com
The Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club, the Board of Directors and Members thank the Cottonwood Palo Verde Sun Lakes Homeowners Association for their cooperation and assistance in making many of the improvements mentioned in the foregoing happen. Without them the improvements would have been impossible to achieve.
John Terranova - President
October 2021 Splash Article
Now it's easier than ever to register for the Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club's 2021-22 season. Just turn on your computer, iPad or smart phone and call up the club's new website, sunlakesbocceclub.com.
Members and others interested in joining are encouraged to use the new on-line system. If you have questions or need help registering, contact Colleen Linko at 630-309-3832.
Please join us at the club's annual Wine and Cheese Party October 24 at Sisk Park. There we will introduce the many changes/enhancements and answer any questions, including the new on-line registration system. Also elections will be held for new board members.
The club will play two sessions – Oct. 31 to Jan. 2 and Jan. 16 to March 20. A $25 annual fee for a two-member team provides for both sessions of play and two Pot Luck/Awards Parties. If desired, teams can opt to play only one of the two sessions, Please note that IronOaks homeowners are also required to purchase a recreation card at the Cottonwood/Palo Verde Administration Office.
Registration closes on October 24. Within a week, the primary contact of each team will receive information regarding their assigned division, along with the names and contact information for the other teams in their division. Each division generally assigned seven or eight teams. There is no set time for games. Teams contact one another to schedule a game. This allows games to be played at the team's convenience.
For more information, please go to our website: sunlakesbocceclub.com.
Now it's easier than ever to register for the Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club's 2021-22 season. Just turn on your computer, iPad or smart phone and call up the club's new website, sunlakesbocceclub.com.
Members and others interested in joining are encouraged to use the new on-line system. If you have questions or need help registering, contact Colleen Linko at 630-309-3832.
Please join us at the club's annual Wine and Cheese Party October 24 at Sisk Park. There we will introduce the many changes/enhancements and answer any questions, including the new on-line registration system. Also elections will be held for new board members.
The club will play two sessions – Oct. 31 to Jan. 2 and Jan. 16 to March 20. A $25 annual fee for a two-member team provides for both sessions of play and two Pot Luck/Awards Parties. If desired, teams can opt to play only one of the two sessions, Please note that IronOaks homeowners are also required to purchase a recreation card at the Cottonwood/Palo Verde Administration Office.
Registration closes on October 24. Within a week, the primary contact of each team will receive information regarding their assigned division, along with the names and contact information for the other teams in their division. Each division generally assigned seven or eight teams. There is no set time for games. Teams contact one another to schedule a game. This allows games to be played at the team's convenience.
For more information, please go to our website: sunlakesbocceclub.com.
August 2021 Splash Article: Sisk Park Bocce Club has New Website
As we approach the hottest part of the summer, I'm seeing fewer people enjoying the amenities of Sun Lakes. But, before you know it, as the cooler weather approaches in the fall, we will be looking forward to getting back to our normal routines here in Sun Lakes. For many of us, that includes playing Bocce Ball.
The Sisk Park Bocce Club Board of Directors is excited to announce a new website for the club. Check it out at sunlakesbocceclub.com. Beginning Sept 1, 2021, ONLINE REGISTRATION for the first session of club play will open. The cost remains the same, $25 for a 2-member team whether you play one or both sessions: Oct 31 - Jan 2 and/or Jan 16 - Mar 20.
The Board of Directors anticipates we will follow our normal schedule and rules for play for the 2021-2022 season.
That means our Annual Wine and Cheese Event will be held on Sun, Oct 24 and club play begins on Oct 31.
If you have not played Bocce Ball with the club and would like information on doing so, check out our website sunlakesbocceclub.com or contact Colleen Linko at 630-309-3832.
As we approach the hottest part of the summer, I'm seeing fewer people enjoying the amenities of Sun Lakes. But, before you know it, as the cooler weather approaches in the fall, we will be looking forward to getting back to our normal routines here in Sun Lakes. For many of us, that includes playing Bocce Ball.
The Sisk Park Bocce Club Board of Directors is excited to announce a new website for the club. Check it out at sunlakesbocceclub.com. Beginning Sept 1, 2021, ONLINE REGISTRATION for the first session of club play will open. The cost remains the same, $25 for a 2-member team whether you play one or both sessions: Oct 31 - Jan 2 and/or Jan 16 - Mar 20.
The Board of Directors anticipates we will follow our normal schedule and rules for play for the 2021-2022 season.
That means our Annual Wine and Cheese Event will be held on Sun, Oct 24 and club play begins on Oct 31.
If you have not played Bocce Ball with the club and would like information on doing so, check out our website sunlakesbocceclub.com or contact Colleen Linko at 630-309-3832.
April 11, 2021: Email sent to all 2019/2020 Bocce Club members
re: Second Request for Volunteers to fill open positions on the Board
This is a follow-up email regarding open positions on the Bocce Club Board:
We currently have two Board positions that need to be filled for the 2021/2022 season. The Board positions of Vice President and Social Director are currently vacant. It is critical for these positions to be filled so that we can continue to function as a Club. In addition to the duties listed below, Board members are expected to attend Board meetings, in person or by video chat, once a month between September and April.
The following is the job description for each available position:
Vice President (VP)
The Vice President shall act as President in the absence of the President. The Vice President shall assist the President and Board members in any way needed to ensure the efficient functioning of the club. The VP shall assist at the annual CWPV Open House, Wine & Cheese Kick-Off, and the January Pot Luck/Awards events. The VP will also perform other duties as assigned by the President. The VP may succeed as President upon vacancy of the position, based on approval of the Board majority and a vote by general membership, and then becomes Immediate Past President upon stepping down as President.
Social Director (SD)
This position can be shared by more than one person. Our current Social Directors are a couple, and they will be available to help the new Social Director(s) learn their duties.
The Social Director shall arrange and coordinate all Club social functions. The SD is responsible for upkeep, inventory and storage of party supplies. The SD is responsible for purchasing food, drinks and party supplies for the Club social functions to include the Wine & Cheese and end of session Pot Lucks, as approved by the Board. This position is for a one-year term and may be re-elected to successive terms.
If you are interested in volunteering for either of these positions, please contact one of the Nominating Committee members listed below.
Mike Buscaglia - (480) 329-5451 bussymj@gmail.com
Laura Hanna - (480) 298-0167 lhanna84@hotmail.com
Gary Vacin - (480) 298-7017 garyvacin@gmail.com
Board of Directors
re: Second Request for Volunteers to fill open positions on the Board
This is a follow-up email regarding open positions on the Bocce Club Board:
We currently have two Board positions that need to be filled for the 2021/2022 season. The Board positions of Vice President and Social Director are currently vacant. It is critical for these positions to be filled so that we can continue to function as a Club. In addition to the duties listed below, Board members are expected to attend Board meetings, in person or by video chat, once a month between September and April.
The following is the job description for each available position:
Vice President (VP)
The Vice President shall act as President in the absence of the President. The Vice President shall assist the President and Board members in any way needed to ensure the efficient functioning of the club. The VP shall assist at the annual CWPV Open House, Wine & Cheese Kick-Off, and the January Pot Luck/Awards events. The VP will also perform other duties as assigned by the President. The VP may succeed as President upon vacancy of the position, based on approval of the Board majority and a vote by general membership, and then becomes Immediate Past President upon stepping down as President.
Social Director (SD)
This position can be shared by more than one person. Our current Social Directors are a couple, and they will be available to help the new Social Director(s) learn their duties.
The Social Director shall arrange and coordinate all Club social functions. The SD is responsible for upkeep, inventory and storage of party supplies. The SD is responsible for purchasing food, drinks and party supplies for the Club social functions to include the Wine & Cheese and end of session Pot Lucks, as approved by the Board. This position is for a one-year term and may be re-elected to successive terms.
If you are interested in volunteering for either of these positions, please contact one of the Nominating Committee members listed below.
Mike Buscaglia - (480) 329-5451 bussymj@gmail.com
Laura Hanna - (480) 298-0167 lhanna84@hotmail.com
Gary Vacin - (480) 298-7017 garyvacin@gmail.com
Board of Directors
Mar 11, 2021: Email sent to all 2019/2020 Bocce Club members re: Open Board Positions
As we look forward to returning to normal by the fall, your Board of Directors needs your help for the 2021-2022 season. Volunteers are needed to fill the positions of Vice-President and Social Director. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact Mike Buscaglia at bussymj@gmail.com. Thank you for your consideration. Stay Safe and Healthy as we look forward to returning to the Bocce Courts in the Fall of 2021.
Board of Directors
As we look forward to returning to normal by the fall, your Board of Directors needs your help for the 2021-2022 season. Volunteers are needed to fill the positions of Vice-President and Social Director. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact Mike Buscaglia at bussymj@gmail.com. Thank you for your consideration. Stay Safe and Healthy as we look forward to returning to the Bocce Courts in the Fall of 2021.
Board of Directors
January 2021 Splash Article:
The Sisk Park Bocce Club Board of Directors has competed a survey of last year's members to determine their interest in participating in league play for the second half of the 2020/2021 season. While there was considerable interest, an equal number of members raised concerns about playing due to the Pandemic. Therefore, the Board voted unanimously to forgo any form of organized league play until the 2021/2022 season. The recent news promising near term effective vaccines against this virus will assure our safety when we are re-unite and hopefully "return to normal" at our Annual Wine and Cheese final registration event in October '21. Bocce Club registration announcements will be made in the Splash later in the year. In the meantime, The Board of Directors wishes all our Sun Lakes neighbors, and their families, a very happy Holiday Season and most of all a Healthy and Happy New Year as we all look to put the unprecedented events of 2020 in our rear view mirror.
John Terranova
The Sisk Park Bocce Club Board of Directors has competed a survey of last year's members to determine their interest in participating in league play for the second half of the 2020/2021 season. While there was considerable interest, an equal number of members raised concerns about playing due to the Pandemic. Therefore, the Board voted unanimously to forgo any form of organized league play until the 2021/2022 season. The recent news promising near term effective vaccines against this virus will assure our safety when we are re-unite and hopefully "return to normal" at our Annual Wine and Cheese final registration event in October '21. Bocce Club registration announcements will be made in the Splash later in the year. In the meantime, The Board of Directors wishes all our Sun Lakes neighbors, and their families, a very happy Holiday Season and most of all a Healthy and Happy New Year as we all look to put the unprecedented events of 2020 in our rear view mirror.
John Terranova