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What's Happening
in Esperanza Estates?
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Open Board Position - Second Notice
From: Kevin Welsh, President, EE HOA
Director Blake Gipson has sold his home in EE and has resigned from the Board of Directors. The position of vice president is currently vacant. The Board will appoint a replacement to fill the remaining portion of his 3 year term and select a new vice president from the remaining Directors.
We are actively soliciting applications from the homeowners to the fill the vacancy. Please contact Ken Lindeman (Nominating Committee) to submit an application or email pollyrox@aol.com
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Grand Opening
Bocce Ball Courts
From: Kevin Welsh
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 10:00 a.m.
Location: Bocce Ball Courts (off Calma)
Come celebrate the opening of the new Bocce Ball Courts!!
You will also be able to see the garden areas the Rock Monkeys are creating.
Coffee and doughnuts will be served.
All EE homeowners are invited!
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CPR/AED Training - Second Notice
From: Jim Gardner, Recreational Facilities Director
The Santa Rita Fire Department will offer a hands only CPR/AED training session for our HOA. We do have an AED device at the pool as well as the pickleball courts.
This is a good opportunity for us to learn or get a refresher on using these life saving devices.
The session(s) will be held at the Ramada. Tentative dates are Monday, March 16 and/or Wednesday, March 18.
Before I firm up the schedule, I will need a count of those interested.
Please email or text me if you are interested.
jg27057@me.com
(952-232-7555)
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Gardeners
From: Pat Zehrer
Tuesday, March 10 at 9:00 am
Location: Sunset Ramada Park and Pool Area
The weeds just keep coming!!
Let's meet at the Sunset Ramada Park and Pool area to do some weeding and raking to spruce up the area as we prepare for the March 13 Enhancement Committee's March Madness Silent Auction.
If it rains, we will cancel.
The Gardners will have some plants for sale during the auction event.
The money we raise helps fund equipment, supplies, and gas for the Amigo.
Contact Mark Zehrer if you can help (952.270.0384).
Photo by: Mark Zehrer
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Enhancement Committee Monthly Meeting
From: Jody Hauge
Tuesday, March 10 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Ramada
New members are welcome!
EE Enhancement Committee creates events that provides funds for us to continue to enhance Esperanza Estates!
If you have any questions, give Jody Hauge a call (701-226-0022).
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Thirsty Thursday
Thursdays at 4 p.m. at the Ramada. This is a no-host event, which means BYOB and snacks, and we all help with the cleanup. Please pitch in as much as you can before you leave.
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Hospitality Meeting
From: Robin Lockwood
Date: Tuesday, March 10 at 11:30 a.m.
Location: Ramada
We will be planning our upcoming St. Patrick's Day event.
If you would like to join this hard working, but fun committee, we'd love to have you join us!
If you have any questions, please reach out to us:
Robin Lockwood (612-618-5582) or Debbie Ries (425-530-6384)
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EE Enhancement Committee
Ramada Sale Donations
From: Claudia Rose
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Shed by the Pickleball Courts
Have you ever found yourself thinking "I don't know why I keep this. I don't use, and it takes up space."?
The Enhancement Committee can help!!
We are accepting donated items. We do not accept clothing, electronics, or furniture.
Members can help unload your items.
Your donations to our future sale will help fund EE enhancements.
Thank you for your support!
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EE Book Club
From: Hugh Rhine
Date: Thursday, March 12, 11:00 a.m.
Location: Ramada
During the March 12 meeting we will be discussing The Widow by John Grisham.
April's book is difficult to find, so we will be selecting an alternative. If you have suggestions for the April 9th discussion, give me a call or text.
Hugh Rhine (303-249-5745)
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March Madness Silent Auction/Dessert Buffet
Friday, March 13, 1-3 p.m.
From: Roberta Bower
The Esperanza Estates Enhancement Committee will hold a March Madness Silent Auction/Dessert Buffet, this Friday, March 13 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Admission: $5 per person with choice of three desserts.
Please plan to don your basketball attire, enjoy some wonderful treats ,and bid on over 60 donated items.
The auction will feature an amazing array of items donated by your talented and generous friends and neighbors.
Items include:
- Gift baskets with wine, food, and entertainment
- Both indoor and outdoor art
- Unique jewelry
- Native American treasures
Some items you wouldn't expect:
- Cozy blankets for cool winter nights
- At-home haircuts from a renowned stylist
- An exquisite Murano Italian bowl
- That drill press you've always wanted
- A Cobiii Chair exercise machine
Of course, all proceeds will benefit the EE community.
Please contact any committee member for more information or
Roberta Bower (520-405-4629) or
Kay Larson (651-357-2850)
| You will be able to bid on some amazing items like this artwork! | |
Friday, March 13, 1-3 p.m.
Calling all Cooks
From: Roberta Bower
If you are willing to donate a dessert for the upcoming Silent Auction/Dessert Party, please contact Kathy Phillipy (425-478-7890).
We are hoping for a big turnout! All proceeds go towards enhancing Esperanza Estates!
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Enhancement Committee Vintage Quilt Raffle
Friday, March 13, 1 - 3 p.m.
From: Deb Wright
Raffle Drawing for this quilt at the Enhancement March Madness Silent Auction
Tickets are $5.00 each or 3 tickets for $10.00.
Handmade in 1940, the quilt is in mint condition. It measures 78" x 84" and has an appraisal value of $950.
For tickets and more information, call Cindy Johnson (605-830-0525)
Kathy Phillipy (425-478-7890)
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Save the Date: Tuesday, March 17
St. Patrick's Day Potato Bar
From: Robin Lockwood and Debbie Ries
Time: Bar opens at 4:30 p.m. Dinner will be begin at 5:00 p.m.
Location: The Ramada
Cost: $12:00 cash or check (to Robin Lockwood), exact change is really appreciated.
Please join the EE community in celebrating St. Patrick's Day at a Baked Potato Bar hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Ramada.
Dinner will include a large baked potato with toppings (taco meat, broccoli, butter, cheese sauce, shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon bits and onions) plus coleslaw and dessert.
You will have a choice of complimentary beverages including wine, beer, soda, water, along with our specialty drink, the "HAPPY LEPRECHAUN" !
The committee will provide plates, cups, napkins, utensils.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE FUN AND CELEBRATION!
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Save the Date: Wednesday, March 25th, 1:00 p.m. at the Ramada
Senior Helpers and VA Claims Presentation
From: Deborah Wright
This presentation will have information important for people who do not realize the services that are available to the senior population.
Information will include services by Senior Helpers and also other services that are available here in Green Valley.
There will also be a VA claims agent speaking about services available to vets.
You would be amazed about the services vets and their spouses do not know are available to them.
There will be pizza provided. Bring your own beverage.
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Rock Monkeys
From: Tom Aigner
The Rock Monkeys are starting the landscaping phase of the new Bocce Ball Park.
If you have any desert plants in fun southwest pots and would like to donate, we will be creating a garden like the one pictured.
Please contact me at (720-518-9505)
Photo by Tom Aigner
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Continued progress at the Bocce Ball Gardens! Another big thank you to fellow Rock Monkeys: John Creagh, William Rodman, and Steve Darrington!
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Green Valley Council Updates
From: Hugh Rhine
- We will see a speed sign on Portillo in April per the GVC.
- The GVC is serving as a collection point for a petition urging the AZ State Legislature to prioritize reform to combat title fraud. I will be placing the petition in the Ramada for review and signing by those EE residents so inclined.
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22nd Street Bridge Reminder
From: Kris Bean
Residents may be interested to know that the 22nd street bridge will be closed as of March 3. Yup! They are finally going to replace it. It's a route across town that is familiar to many of us.
https://dtmprojects.tucsonaz.gov/pages/22nd-street-bridge
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In Memoriam
Rod Wallace (Calle Regalo) passed away on March 7, 2026.
Condolences to his family and friends.
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Food Donations
From: Sandy LaVoi
Thank you to all the supporters for your generous donations.
We ask for donations of non-perishable foods for the local food shelf, if you are able. Please bring it to any event at the Ramada.
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Butterflies are back in Mountain View Park
Photo by Mark Zehrer
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