Rosie VanderVeen The January Kare Bear meeting was privileged to welcome Eric Ehst from Neighbors Who Care (NWC). The organization’s mission is to provide assistance to those who require extra support to live independently in their home. They service a 32-square-mile area from Sun Lakes to Val Vista and up to Queen Creek. Approximately…
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Community News, February 2018
Charities Crusade continues
Rosie VanderVeen Our gratitude to Jackie Baker and Sherry Fann for devoting their time, creativity and organizational skills to the monumental success of our Christmas luncheon. A big thank you to Juanita Harbut for collecting all of the lunch ticket money and for her creative artwork in the clever and colorful place cards. Carol…
Clubs & Classes, January 2018
Christmas: A time of benevolence
Rosie VanderVeen Welcome to our four new Kare Bear members: Nancy Manning, Mary Jane Mogdans, Joanne Pfeifer and Rosemary Terhune! All of our Kare Bears were enlightened by representatives from two of the organizations we support, Hamilton High School Homeless/Needy program and Boots in the House. Speakers Jamie Sistek and Chris Omitt represent the…
Community News, December 2017
What is a Kare Bear?
Rosie VanderVeen They give back to our community by serving at Kare Bear Faires, Memorials and fundraisers occurring from October to April. We contribute with monies, food and clothing to local charities, such as St. Vincent de Paul, Matthew’s Crossing, Clothes Cabin, Boots in the House and Hamilton High School homeless students. An itemized list…
Community News, May 2017
Kare Bears consummate a season of giving
Rosie VanderVeen The new 2017-2018 Board members for Kare Bears are Julia Roberts and Barb Dunbar. Emily Hughes will take over for Larie Thiebeault who has done a wonderful job as treasurer. Barb will continue to serve as secretary. A big thanks to Shirley Goodman and Carol Weatherbee who served in 2016-2017. Our benevolent Kare…
Community News, April 2017
Kare Bears Tourney – A huge success
Barb Dunbar A big “shout-out” to all the hole sponsors and the generosity of all the players when purchasing raffle tickets and mulligans! You are truly what makes this tournament! Our weather cooperated, and I think a good time was had by all! Thank you to my fellow Kare Bears for all your help setting…
Community News, April 2017
Kare Bears concludes another energetic and active year
Rosie VanderVeen It’s been an exciting year for the Kare Bears! Lots of events and many areas for all of us to volunteer. Kare Bears Fairs are more popular than ever, and lots of new friends and acquaintances made. What an awesome group. Shirley Goodman and Carol Weatherbee will be leaving their board positions this…
Community News, March 2017
Our thoughts, words and deeds are painting the world around us
Rosie VanderVeen Our monthly Kare Bear meeting contained an exorbitant volume of information! Reports were made by Chairwomen Emily Hughes, Memorials; Mercia Ruder, Refreshments; Marilyn Miles, Membership; Juanita Harbut, Printing; Deanna Calvert, Programs and Donations; Sherry Fann, Kare Bear Faire and Lynn McHale, Cheery Aid. Golf Tournament Chairwoman Barb Dunbar obtained 24 sponsors. Thank you,…
Community News, February 2017
Annual Kare Bear Golf Tournament February 25
Rosie VanderVeen Arrangements are being finalized for the annual Kare Bear Golf Tournament on February 25, with sign-in at 8:00 a.m.; shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Format is four person scramble, 120 players maximum! Hurry and get your foursome together for the meager price of $40 per person. Included in the price is a savory…