54 March 20 - April 2, 2010
Neighbors
Happy Hour Book Club
6:30 p.m., first Tuesday of every month Women’s book club meeting once monthly for Happy Hour at various East Valley locales to discuss fictional books of substance. Casa Paloma
Call ahead to confirm information, as details occasionally change after print. If you have a recurring monthly meeting you would like listed in Neighborhood Networks, email complete details to News@SanTanSun. com. Note: The SanTan Sun News now has a Spiritual Connections column in the Spirituality section for ongoing religious-related events.
About Care
2-3:30 p.m. second Thursday of the month
Monthly volunteer training, scheduled at volunteer’s convenience A nonprofit serving homebound Chandler/Gilbert residents; provides transportation, shopping and errands, friendly visits, reassurance phone calls, minor home repairs. Info: 480-802-2331, www aboutcare.org
Beta Sigma Phi – Preceptor Phi
International women’s organization helping women to connect with each other and help others Info: Susan Baker at 480-802-0215, www.betasigmaphi.org
Build Your Own Business – Chandler
8 a.m. Thursdays East Valley networking/ referral organization Info: www.byobnet.org
Business Networking Group
11:30 a.m. Wednesdays Single-industry, referral- based networking group Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
1035 W. Queen Creek Rd., Chandler Info: Shauna Murphy at 480-792-1000
Business Network International – Chandler
7 a.m. every Tuesday Ocotillo Golf Resort
3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler Networking/referral organization Info: Joann George at 602-769-0680
Chandler Care Givers
1 to 3 p.m. first Friday of each month Arts & Crafts Center in the Ocotillo Room, Oakwood Country Club, Sun Lakes
Meetings offers a relaxed atmosphere for those who care for family members and want a place to share their concerns and to gather information, serving the Southern Chandler area including Ocotillo, Sun Lakes, Sunbird, Springfield and Fulton Ranch areas. Guests receive a gift bear just for attending. Info: 480-688-6845 or
www.ChandlerCareGivers.com.
Chandler Airport Commission
7 p.m. second Wednesday of the month The Commission makes recommendations to City Council regarding airport operations, physical growth, economic development and proposed land use.
Chandler Municipal Airport terminal, 2380 S. Stinson Way, Chandler Info: 480-782-3540
Chandler Horizon Rotary
6:50 a.m. every Wednesday Mulligan’s Restaurant, Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort 1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler This dynamic chapter of Rotary International welcomes local business men and women for fellowship and fun with projects to give back to the community. Info: Marty Herder at 602-295-7883 or www.chandlerhorizonrotary.org
Chandler Ojo Rojo Lions Club
6:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. through May The Egg and I
olsonjd@cox.net
Chandler Republican Women’s Club
7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month Vision Gallery
80 San Marcos Pl., Chandler All residents are welcome. Info: Becky Groves, 480-802-6619
East Valley Entrepreneurial Mothers Assn.
6:15-9 p.m. first Monday of the month Gives self-employed mothers a forum to enhance professional and personal development by offering support, information, resources and referrals. Radisson Hotel
7475 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler Info: Julie Watson, HomeSmart, 602-679-7653 or JulieWatsonRealtor@ cox.net; www.emausa.org
East Valley Entrepreneurs
Noon-1:30 p.m. Thursdays, biweekly, call for date
Valley professionals from various businesses actively refer business and clients to one another Dobson Restaurant 2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa Info: Matthew Coates, 602-332-3321
East Valley Marines
6:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month Marine Corps League Detachment 1296; all Marines and FMF Corpsmen welcome. Marines helping Marines through social and charitable projects. 9240 S. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes Info: 480-883-9393 or www.eastvalleymarines.org
East Valley’s – Be There
6-8:30 p.m. third Thursday of every month
Free business professional networking group connecting for career opportunities, new business ventures, consulting and expertise requests, business introductions and relations and new friendships. Individuals in career transitions and business professionals from surrounding cities welcome. Grace Inn
10831 S. 51st St., Phoenix Info: www.evbtvpweb.com
Chandler Rotary Club
Noon every Tuesday
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort 1 N. San Marcos Pl., Chandler Dynamic, service-oriented group meeting for fellowship, lunch and informative programs on topics of global and local importance. Info: Dan Milovich at 480-201-2898, www.chandler-rotary.org
Chat, Chew & Chocolate, Chandler Chapter
chandler@chatchewandchocolate.com
Childfree Friends
First Thursday and third Saturday of the month Times and locations vary Fun social club giving couples and singles without children an opportunity to meet one another and participate in a variety of activities. Info: www.childfree.meetup.com/274
District 21 Republicans
7 p.m., second Wednesday of the month Open to anyone living in Legislative District 21. Solterra Senior Living Center 350 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Jerry, 480-963-0750
East Valley Diversity & Minority Business Development Breakfast Group
Free networking meeting 7:30-8:30 a.m., third Thursday of the month
wwti@aol.com
hhbc@cox.net, http:// hhbookclub.blogspot.com
Holistic Moms Network, Metro Phoenix Chapter
6:30 p.m. first Wednesday of every month Tempe YMCA
7070 S. Rural Rd., Tempe
tempehmn@gmail.com, www.holisticmoms.org
ICAN Kids and Coffee
7:30 a.m. second Thursday of the month, and 5:30 p.m. fourth Wednesday of the month Community members and leaders, businesses and civic groups are invited to learn more about ICAN, receive a tour and have a cup of coffee. ICAN
info@icanaz.org
Kiwanis Club of Chandler
Noon Tuesdays
A global organization of volunteers dedicated primarily to helping the children of the world. Iguana Mack’s
kiwanislew@cox.net
LeadzSmart Education Class
7:30-9 a.m. Wednesdays Attendees uncover marketing strategies proven to generate more business leads and more sales quickly and easily. Free to all. Marie Callender’s
DrRon@DrRonMarek.com
LeTip Business Network – Chandler
7:01-8:31 a.m. Thursdays Networking/referral organization Marie Callender’s
7455 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler Info: Paul Yontz at 602-290-0779
LeTip Business Network – Gilbert
11:30 a.m. Thursdays
Networking/referral organization/lunch Warren’s Jazz Bistro 1451 E. Williams Field Rd., Suite 108, Gilbert Info: 480-241-7256
LeTip Tempe Professionals
11:30 a.m. every Thursday Southern Chandler’s Aaron Merchant, a charter member, invites Chandler-area business owners to join the networking group. That Italian Place 3941 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 107, Ahwatukee
loretta@emeraldharvest.com
M.O.M.S. (Making Our Mothering Significant)
9-11 a.m. one Monday a month For mothers of infants through school-aged children.
saaellis@msn.com
MOMS Club of Chandler San Tan
For stay-at-home moms who live between McQueen and Greenfield roads and between Ocotillo Road and Hunt Highway.
Weekly get-togethers, outings for moms and kids, moms’ night out and more. Info: momsclubchandlersantan@ gmail.com
MOMS Club of Chandler/ Ocotillo North
For stay-at-home moms who live between Dobson and McQueen roads and between Queen Creek and Ocotillo roads.
Age-appropriate playgroups, fun weekly activities, monthly Recipe Club and
ocotillonorth@yahoo.com
MOMS Club of Chandler/ Ocotillo South
For stay-at-home moms who live between Price and McQueen roads and between Ocotillo Road and Hunt Highway.
ocotillosouth@yahoo.com
MOPS (Mothers of
Preschoolers) in the Grove
mops@thegroveaz.org
Mothers and More
7-9 p.m. third Tuesday of each month Reconnect with yourself, connect with other mothers and connect with the world. Mothers’ support group addresses mothers’ needs as individuals and members of society and promotes the value of all work mothers do, offering meetings, moms’ nights out, Book Club and more. Tumbleweed Recreation Center 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler Info: 866-467-0562 or
www.mothersandmoreev.webs.com
Neighbors Who Care
1 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month: New Volunteer Orientation at Lecky Arts & Community Center, Maricopa County Library, Ed Robson Branch Library 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes Caregiver discussion group 1 p.m. Mondays at Risen Savior Lutheran Church Grassroots nonprofit serving homebound elderly in Southern Chandler and Sun Lakes since 1995. Info: 480-895-7133, nwcvolmgr@aol. com, www.neighborswhocare.com
Ocotillo Area Leads Group
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. every other Thursday Lunchtime networking forum for Chandler-area professionals, entrepreneurs or salespeople Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
mks1@cox.net; www.ocotilloleadsgroup.com
Ocotillo Breakfast Club Toastmasters
8-9 a.m. Wednesdays
A weekly “learn by doing” workshop on public speaking and leadership abilities; new members welcome Chandler Police Department Substation 4040 E. Chandler Heights Rd., northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Lindsay Info: www.ocotillo.freetoasthost. ws/index.html; info@ocotillo. freetoasthost.ws
Ocotillo Chamber of Commerce
7:15 a.m. every Thursday morning for breakfast at Ocotillo Golf Resort, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler Monthly golf outings at Ocotillo Golf Resort
Monthly happy hours at different locations in the Ocotillo area A professional membership organization dedicated to advancing the local economy through business development in the Ocotillo area in Chandler. Info: 602-910-3035,
info@ocotillochamber.com, www.ocotillochamber.com
Ocotillo Women’s League (OWL)
11:30 a.m. third Monday of each month Nonprofit social organization whose members reside in or near Ocotillo Members enjoy camaraderie, work on community service projects and engage in daytime and evening activities. Bernard’s at Ocotillo Golf Resort 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler Info: www.owlsgroup.org
www.SanTanSun.com
P.A.N.I.C. (Parent Autism Network In Chandler)
kmcintosh05@yahoo.com
Profit Producers Chapter of Business Network International
11:30 a.m. Thursdays
BNI is among the largest business networking organizations in the world, offering members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Iguana Mack’s
Nikki@NewDoorNewLife.com
Soroptimist International of the San Tans
Noon Thursdays
Service club for women business owners and professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for women and families.
margaret.coulter@chandleraz.gov
South East Valley Women’s Alliance
6 p.m. fourth Thursday of every month Next: 6 p.m. April 22, Iguana Mack’s, 371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Topic: Getting to Know You and Your Business. Reservations required. Networking/leads group and dinner meeting Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta 590 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Rose Pachura, 480-802-0775
Sun Lakes Democratic Club
7 p.m. second Monday of every month All are welcome; refreshments served. Sun Lakes Country Club No. 1, Navajo Room 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd. Info: Ruth Kloner, 480-895-1378 or Geri McHugh, 480-802-8439
Sun Lakes Parkinson’s Support Group
Third Thursday of every month, Sept. through June
Sun Lakes Country Club, Mirror Room 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes Info: Grace Roth, 480-895-1734; Ann Kisner, 480-895-0152
Sun Lakes Republican Club
7 p.m. second Tuesday of every month All are welcome; refreshments served. Sun Lakes Country Club No. 1, Navajo Room 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd. Info: Gordon Lynch, 480-802-9346 or Sandy Doty, 480-883-1097
Weeders
Sun Lakes Garden Club and member of the Arizona Federation of Garden Clubs, participating in a variety of garden-related, educational, community service-oriented activities. New members welcome. Info: Elinor Egender, 480-759-3335 or Delia Howard, 480-786-4973
Weight Loss Support Group
robschile@cox.net
Widows Social Group
7 p.m. second Sunday of the month Open to widows of any age in the Chandler area who want to get out and have fun. Cottonwood Ceramics Room in Sun Lakes
Info: Sally Grazian, 480-895-5400
Women’s Exchange
thinkpink@qwest.net
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