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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


7131 W. Ray Rd., Chandler Info: hhbc@cox.net,


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


American Legion James O. Schroeder Post 55


Sun Lakes Country Club, Navajo Room 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd. Info: Commander Schneider at 480-883-0122


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 Cibola Room, 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


Southwest corner of Queen Creek and Dobson, Chandler Info: John Olson, olsonjd@cox.net


Chandler Republican Women’s Club 7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month Boys and Girls Club


300 E. Chandler Blvd., Chandler All residents are welcome. Info: Becky Groves, 480-802-6619


Chat, Chew & Chocolate, Chandler Chapter


Second Thursday of each month Signature monthly events include prizes, fun, girl time, inspirational conversation, food and lots of chocolate. Costs $20 per person or $35 for two. Info: RJ at 623-505-5300, ext. 8, or 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


Curiosity Meet Event


7-9 p.m. third Tuesday of the month Tumbleweed Recreational Center 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler An evening of enjoyment, relaxation and enlightenment. Get an intro to the Personal Enrichment Class. The causes of many emotional and physical problems will be discussed, along with methods to ease stress, anxiety, fears, anger, insomnia, aches and pains. Free; reservations required. Info: 480-649-9714,


www.AZPersonalenrichment.com District 21 Republicans


7 p.m., second Wednesday of the month Open to anyone living in Legislative District 21. Chandler Boys and Girls Club 300 E. Chandler Blvd., 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


Maricopa Workforce Connection, 735 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert Info: Dr. Prayag Narayan Misra, 480-814-1372; wwti@aol.com


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


www.hhbookclub.blogspot.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


Holistic Moms Network, Metro Phoenix Chapter


6:30 p.m. first Wednesday of every month Tempe YMCA


7070 S. Rural Rd., Tempe


National nonprofit connecting moms and other caregivers passionate about holistic health and green living. Info: Carolyn Wells, 480-205-9203, 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


201 S. Washington St., Chandler Info and RSVP: 480-821-4207 or 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


1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: 480-820-9453 or email 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


7455 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler Info: 480-456-4700, 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


Lunch is $10. Bring 75 business cards. Info: Loretta Love Huff, 602-454-7787 or 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.


Cornerstone Christian Fellowship 1595 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: April Ellis, 602-449-0926 or 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 moms’ night out, plus community support events throughout the year. Info: Gina at 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.


Monthly kids’ activities, weekly age- appropriate playgroups, special outings and a monthly moms’ night out. Info: ocotillosouth@yahoo.com


MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) in the Grove


First and third Thursdays of each month For mothers of infants through kindergarteners to foster relationships, encourage community involvement and more. Breakfast, guest speaker, discussion time; childcare provided. The Grove Bible Church 20105 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler Info: Joan Fairbanks at 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@gmail. 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


1035 W. Queen Creek Rd., southwest corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads, Chandler Info: Marsha Sandoval at 480-628-0467 or 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


P.A.N.I.C. (Parent Autism Network In Chandler)


6-8 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month Support group for Chandler families with loved ones in the autism spectrum, featuring guest speakers, family nights, meet-and-greets and open discussion. Info: Kate at kmcintosh05@yahoo.com


Phoenix Allergy Network


Food allergy support group for families. Banner Desert Medical Center— Ocotillo Room, Education Center 1400 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa


Info: www.phoenixallergynetwork.org


Professional Referral Organization (PRO) 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays


Offers business professionals the opportunity to network, create a sales staff for networking, get referrals to new, prequalified prospects, share


www.SanTanSun.com


ideas with other business owners and participate and grow with like- minded people. Visitors welcome. M & I Bank


1755 S. Greenfield Rd., Mesa Info: 480-924-1001 or www.goproaz.org


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


1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler Info: Nikki Janulewicz at 480-570-1835 or Nikki@NewDoorNewLife.com


Soroptimist International of the San Tans On summer hiatus until fall; planning session 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Aug. 7 at Downtown Chandler Library. Service club for women business owners and professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for women and families. Info: siofsantans@yahoo. com, www.si-santans.org


South East Valley Business and Professional Women’s Organization 6 p.m. fourth Thursday of every month Next: June 24. Bring a baby shower gift for the community outreach project for Elizabeth’s House in Tempe for unwed mothers. Networking/leads group and dinner meeting. Cost for guests $18 per person. 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


Top Gun Networking – Leads Group Twice monthly meetings


Welcoming East Valley professionals from various industries who want to grow their businesses. Info: Eddie, 480-963-3313 or eddie.lopez@sentry.com


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 7 p.m. Tuesdays or when convenient Offers accountability partners and nutritional support for weight loss. Will coach through a nutritional cleanse program for weight loss. Meetings held in Ocotillo residence; call or email for location Info: Robert Schile, 480-664-4843 or email 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


6:30 p.m. greet/potluck; 7 p.m. meeting; fourth Thursday of the month. Everyone in the Sun Lakes, Ocotillo area and East Valley welcome. Cost is $10 or $5 if you bring a dish to share at the potluck. Cottonwood Country Club, Clubhouse Room A-8 in Sun Lakes


Info: Sherrian Beagle, 480-895-1538, thinkpink@qwest.net


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