Category: January 2018

Lapidary Club members learn from visiting artist

Cathy Hasson Visiting Artist, April Bower, taught Lapidary Club members how to fashion amazing metal jewelry using several techniques, including torches, patinas and fold forming. The Burnished Bi-metal Bracelets were truly unique and individualized. The Tribal Trio Pendant and Earrings set featured sterling silver wire with ball ends on copper. Participants were Ernie Lopez, LisaTeman-Rosenburg,…

Dollars and Sense

  Jeff LeFave Another year has passed, which means it’s time for some New Year’s resolutions. Here are some ideas to think about: Increase contributions to your employer-sponsored retirement plan. For 2018, you can contribute up to $18,500 (or $24,500 if you’re 50 or older) to your 401(k) or similar plan, such as a 403(b),…

January T.G.I.F.

January T.G.I.F. will feature A Night in Havana on Friday, January 26, 2018, featuring WILDFIRE Tucson. A Cash Bar opens at 5:15 followed by a Dinner Buffet at 6:00 p.m. Menu: Green salad with Mojito dressing (mint and lime); Arroz Congri Oriental (rice and black beans); Picadillo (ground beef and vegetable stew); Ropa Vieja (shredded chicken/peppers/onions/spices);…

Wild Horse Pass and Lone Butte Casino bus trip

Joyce Shumate On Monday, February 12, 2018, catch the bus to the Wild Horse Pass Casino or Lone Butte Casino. Leave the driving to someone else; sit back and enjoy the ride. Wild Horse Casino has shopping nearby, the Phoenix Premium Outlet, within walking distance. Lone Butte Casino has Bingo. The excitement starts when you…

TRIPS planning Chinese New Year event

  Bonnie Hyra The TRIPS Committee is once again organizing a group for an afternoon and evening in celebration of Chinese New Year of the Dog. Participants are invited to attend the celebration program at University of Arizona Centennial Hall on Sunday, February 11 at 2:00 p.m. In the past folks have enjoyed the galaxy…