Cheers members enjoying May Dine Out at Parlay Kitchen + Cocktails in Chandler
Cathy Merritt
Cheers Trip Opportunities: Many of our members have traveled to their summer homes to avoid our beautiful Arizona summer; however, for those of you who might enjoy a brief respite from the heat, there are multiple opportunities for day trips and/or “a few days” trips through Free Spirit Vacations. Several of these include mystery tours. You show up with a spirit of adventure, because you do not know exactly where you are going. Members who have participated have never been disappointed and have all recommended this as a very fun activity. Most tours are for the day, but there are also overnight options.
This is also the perfect time to start planning your travel for 2026. There is major interest in the Explora Journeys cruise of the Adriatic Sea on July 20-27, 2026. The cruise is from Venice and terminates in Athens with stops in Rovinj and Dubrovnik in Croatia, Kotor in Montenegro, Brindisi in Italy, and Santorini in Greece before ending in Athens. Explora Journeys has gotten rave reviews for both the food and the accommodations. This is a relatively new line that is upscale. The cabins are 377 square feet, gratuities and nearly all beverages are included, and there are nine culinary experiences to enjoy a variety of food, drinks, and entertainment. Prices start at $3,880, with some added incentives. Join us exploring the part of Europe by calling Jeanette at 602-909-2000.
Cheers travel itineraries are open to all, since we utilize and partner with licensed travel agents. For more information, call Richard Lewin at 609-332-3915 or Donna Clucky at Free Spirit Vacations at 480-926-5547, Ext. 2.
Monthly Wine Tasting: On the second Wednesday of each month, a club member hosts a wine tasting and potluck dinner in their home. Advance registration is required, and an $8 fee per person is collected to provide funds for the purchase of a variety of wine, selected and presented by the host/hostess. Anne Brunick serves as the activity leader, supporting and assisting monthly hosts.
Title I School Donations: Cheers provides charitable support to needy students at Hamilton High School and all Title I schools in Chandler. Voluntary donations of food, household items, and/or cash are provided monthly. If preferred, one may write a check directly to a school of your choice, specifying which activity you wish your contribution to be credited to. These donations are coordinated by Sally Wegryn, who can be reached at 203-470-0733, in collaboration with Hamilton Social Work staff, and are greatly appreciated in our community.
Dine Out: Dine Out is on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Members dine out together at a selected restaurant in the community. July’s Dine Out will be PF Chang’s at Chandler Mall. This activity, coordinated by Robert Russo, provides opportunity to try new restaurants and perhaps new types of cuisine in the company of friends. Advance registration is required to confirm restaurant reservations.
Book Club: This group meets every third Tuesday at the Oakwood Library.
For further information regarding Cheers Social group, membership, and/or group activities, please refer to our website Cheerssingles.org or contact Chairperson Mike Swoverland at 480-907-4623.