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"Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom." – Marcel Proust
The Fountain Hills Women's Club was organized January 1974.
We are a dynamic, growing organization.
Dedicated to helping within the community.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club (FHWC) provides funding for annual scholarships. These scholarships benefit graduating seniors at the Fountain Hills High School, through the Golden Eagle Foundations, and re-entry scholarships for the benefit of women who live or work in Fountain Hills.
The FHWC main fund-raiser is our annual "Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon" to support the scholarship fund.
The FHWC remembers Suzy Ludlow for a generous contribution that has supplemented our annual fundraising event. Suzy was a member and past president at FHWC.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club has made numerous annual contributions to many organizations here in Fountain Hills. They include:
Barbara Higgins - President
Phyllis Muhs - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Sandi McGee - Recording Secretary
Caroline Grunert - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Shirley Serey - Treasurer
Carol Goyena - Parliamentarian
Leslie Hermansen - Scholarship
Phyllis Muhs - Directory Editor and Publisher
Cindy Brubaker - Newsletter
Carol Goyena - Parliamentarian
Patt Canniing - Social Media
Barbara Moran - Publicity/Photographer
Carol Goyena - Reservations
Barbara Oehl - Luncheon Menus
Lynn Brandys - Table Decorations
Sue Krook - Hostess
Catherine Stob - 50/50 Raffle
Phyllis Crump - Book Club
Joanne Colella - Facebook/Marketing
Joanne Colella - Chairman Annual Fundraiser
Sandi McGee - Co-Chairman Annual Fundraiser
FHWC Past Presidents (l to r): Carolyn LaForest (2016), Patt Canning (2017-2018), Barbara Moran (2005), Kay Keller (2014-2015), Pat Ahrens (2020-2021), Susan Luzinski (2012-2013), Linda Miles (2019), Marge Slater (2010-2011), Barbara Higgins (2022-present)
DRUMROLL, PLEASE! Our numbers are in and the Fountain Hills Women’s Club is proud and delighted to announce that our 50th anniversary gala luncheon raised more than $25,000 for our annual scholarship fund! That is significantly more than each of our past few fundraisers and a reflection of the extraordinarily generous support we received from sponsorships, program ads, donors, silent and live auctions, the 50/50, and of course, the many guests who bought tickets. The glowing feedback we’ve received from everyone who attended has been gratifying and heartwarming. Thank you, not only from every member of the Women’s Club but also from all who may benefit from our scholarships this year, for being a part of this milestone celebration.
Fountain Hills Women’s Club Presidents At Gala (Pictured left to right):
Patricia Ahrens 2020&2021
Rosemary Bonaguidi 2007
Mary Dahl 2002
Dorothy Verbal 2008
Linda Miles 2019
Barbara Moran 2005
Barbara Higgins 2022-2024
Fashion Show and Luncheon - March 1, 2025
Holiday Tea - December, 2024
"Getting to Know You" Coffee Chats
Book Club - Fourth Wednesday
Member Outings
Board Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce.
The annual business meeting is held in November in conjunction with the luncheon.
Annual Dues are $25.00 payable by January. Monthly newsletters and a yearly membership directory are included. A magnetic name tag will be given to new members.
Guests are invited to attend up to three of any of our monthly meetings before becoming a member.
As a group of Fountain Hills Women,
We unite in our sisterhood,
And pledge our total commitment
For our Town's common
Good.
We will dedicate ourselves to serve where
Ever the need may be,
And support the worthwhile causes, that
May exist in our Community.
We'll share in each other's friendship,
Work together in harmony,
Encourage all women to join us,
This creed is our testimony.
Karen E. Myers
Luncheons are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Registration and fellowship commence at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon. Luncheons are held at the Community Center (13001 N. La Montana Drive) unless otherwise noted.
To RSVP, please text Carol Goyena at 480-825-1084 or send an email to
carolgoyena@gmail.com.
Price of luncheon is $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
January 17, 2024
February 21, 2024
March 20, 2024
April 17, 2024
May 15, 2024
Summer Break
September 18, 2024
October 16, 2024
November 20, 2024
December 18, 2024
We welcome new members to the club. The new membership fee is $30. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com. Click here to complete the application online.
When: November 20, 2024
Where: Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time: 11:30 a.m. Check-in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, November 15, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 17th, you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP, please text Carol Goyena at 480-825-1084 or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, November 15th.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club continues to support local non profit organizations at our November 20th meeting. Allyson Iverson, the granddaughter of David Iverson will present a program about the Extended Hands Food Bank including their history, purpose and needs.
We will ask all who attend to bring a bag of non-perishable items to the meeting.
We invite anyone interested in learning more about Extended Hands or our organization to make a reservation.
We will be making our annual donation to the Extended Hands Food Bank at our November Meeting. All members are requested to bring food or cash donations to the meeting. There is a great need this year and all donations are very much appreciated.
In accordance with our bylaws, a nominating committee has been formed to present the slate of officers. This committee will consist of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Barbara Higgins, along with First Vice President Phyllis Muhs. They will introduce and submit the slate of officers during our business meeting. Nominations can also be taken from the floor. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting.
Our Holiday Tea will take place Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11am at the Crown and Glory Tea Room in Fountain Hills. Tickets are $50.00, TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT OUR November meeting or by contacting Betty Jo Soehlig at 602 361 5562. Guests are very welcome to join us.
Plans are in place for our fund raising Gala which will be held at We-Ko-Pa resort on March 1, 2025. The theme is Boots and Bangles and will include a number of special activities. More information will be available as we finalize the program. Save the Date.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, December 4th.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: October 16, 2024
Where: Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time: 11:30 a.m. Check-in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, October 11, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 13th, you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP, please text Carol Goyena at 480-825-1084 or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, October 11th.
Boasting a decade-long career devoted to senior real estate, Jill Templeton-Haislip will give an illuminating presentation on downsizing, rightsizing, upsizing, and senior living solutions.
Jill holds prestigious designations in key areas of real estate specialization. Certified as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, she has honed her skills to address the specific concerns and preferences of the senior demographic. Additionally, she has earned recognition as a Resort & Second Home Property Specialist, enhancing her ability to assist seniors seeking properties for leisure and investment purposes. She is also a designated Military Relocation Professional, with a commitment to supporting veterans and military personnel in their real estate endeavors.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Jill is deeply involved in community initiatives, serving on the Board of Directors for organizations such as the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce, Encore for More Senior Services, and Fountain Hills Tax Credit Foundation. Her commitment extends to volunteering with esteemed institutions like Honor Flight Arizona and Wreaths Across America, and the Dementia Friendly Task Force in Force, reflecting her dedication to giving back.
When Jill is not working or volunteering, you can often find her exploring the picturesque landscapes of Arizona, supporting local businesses, or unwinding with a glass of wine amidst the beauty of nature. As a member of the Piestewa Peak Daughters of the American Revolution, she is continuously inspired by the rich tapestry of experiences and stories that shape our lives.
Join us for a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into senior living considerations, empowering seniors to make informed decisions.
In accordance with our bylaws, a nominating committee has been formed to present the slate of officers. This committee will consist of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Barbara Higgins, along with First Vice President Phyllis Muhs. They will introduce and submit the slate of officers during our October meeting. Nominations can also be taken from the floor. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting.
Plans are in place for our fund raising Gala which will be held at We-Ko-Pa resort on March 1, 2025. The theme is Boots and Bangles and will include a number of special activities. More information will be available as we finalize the program. Save the Date.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, October 23rd.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: September 18, 2024
Where: Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time: 11:30 a.m. Check-in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, September 13, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 15th, you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP, please text Carol Goyena at 480-825-1084 or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, September 13th.
We will have a fun afternoon of getting reaquainted along with playing games and prizes.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, September 25th.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
The scholarship committee received 10 applications from women and we agreed on 9, all of whom are incredibly qualified and accomplished women. Their career goals include podiatrist, physical therapist, principal, athletic director, art therapist, attorney, medical lab technician, medical coder, and art professor. Out of the 9 women recipients, 5 were able to join us at the presentation. Each recipient was presented with an award certificate and a white rose.
The Scholarship Committee evaluated each applicant, using a matrix and ranking each applicant’s financial need, their family situation, and their goal’s positive impact on the community. Based upon each applicant’s score, we were able to objectively calculate a percentage to award a dollar amount.
Because the fundraising was so successful, the Committee was able to disperse $20,000, allowing the club $5,000 for future commitments, which would include $2,000 for next year’s Golden Eagle Education Foundation.
When: May 15, 2024
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, May 10, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 12th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, May 10th.
September 25, 2024. Please check members section for more information.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: April 17, 2024
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, April 12, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 12th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, April 12th.
Libby Patrick is an entrepreneur. She is founder/owner of Blue Robin Downsizing, a thriving business located in Central Ohio. Her debut book, Miss Hoarder's Secret, was released in 2021, with her latest publication of A Blue Bottle Calling following in 2023. Born into humble beginnings and raised in rural Ohio, she learned early on the critical importance of one's faith, value, and people, and how these three things are the essential foundation for happiness and fulfillment. Libby travels and speaks to small and large groups about the power of finding exceptional moments in an ordinary life. Libby resides in Heath, Ohio with her husband, Nelson Patrick, a retired Federal Investigator in the VETS Department of Labor. She is a proud mother of 2, and has 5 grandchildren that are the light of her life!
Enough is not about more stuff! So please stop filling your emptiness with worthlessness! It’s time to take a deeper look at yourself. It’s time to search and find what really matters in life before it’s too late. Sadly most people live their whole life thinking “my life is just ordinary”~ but what if you look closer? What if you change your focus? Would you perhaps find a thousand exceptional moments that you overlooked before? How would just that one shift turn ordinary into exceptional? It’s time to start living your exceptional life!
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, April 24th.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: March 20, 2024
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, March 15, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 15th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, March 15th.
Dr Tasneem Manish Shah is a board-certified internal medicine physician and professor of medicine at the University of Arizona. She works with Instinctive Healthcare Solutions, the umbrella organization for FH Medical Center and Emergency Room. She is passionate about academic internal medicine and emergency medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and gardening and spending time with her husband and two children.
Over Eight million U.S. women have osteoporosis, Menopause is a time when women’s bodies changes. We will discuss a woman’s journey towards bone health.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, March 27th. The book is "America's First Daughter" by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
With many thanks to Jan Gardener, Musical Director of the Fountain Hills High School Band, for the delightful musical presentation at our February program. It was enjoyed by all members.
When: February 21, 2024
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, February 16, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 16th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, February 16th.
In keeping with our tradition of our February programs, we will welcome the Fountain High School Band under the direction of Music Director Jan Gardener. We can all be sure that he and the newly formed band will add joy to our year of celebrating our 50th anniversary. Please plan to attend and bring along a friend to enjoy our February meeting and listen to our favorite songs and bring back a memory or two.
Joanne Colella: Chairman, Sandi McGee: Co-Chairman
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, February 28th. The book is "The Mystery of Mrs. Christie" by Marie Benedict.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: January 17, 2024
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, January 12, 2024. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 12th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, January 12th.
On Wednesday, January 17, the Fountain Hills Women’s Club has the privilege of meeting Yetta, a Holocaust survivor, and listening to her firsthand account of her and her family’s experience. She was born in Poland on December 11, 1932. Poland was invaded by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union in 1939, triggering the beginning of World War II. Yetta was 7 years old.
Yetta was interviewed by Steven Spielberg’s team to create firsthand historical accounts of the Holocaust. These interviews were also used as part of the background research for his 1993 documentary film, Schindler’s List. From this research, Yetta has a four-part DVD of her interviews, of which she has offered to share one thirty-minute section. Her story is historic, compelling, and inspiring. It is also heartbreaking. After viewing the research interview, Yetta will be available to answer questions.
Joanne Colella: Chairman, Sandi McGee: Co-Chairman
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
We are happy to announce that the Women's Club has officially been given the opportunity to hold a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the start of our 50th anniversary year! The event will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, January 18, 2024 on the event patio outside the chamber building. The chamber helps to promote these events, which are free and open to the public, and are attended with great fanfare by chamber ambassadors, chamber members, township officials, and the FH Times. This will be a great chance for us to kick off our anniversary year and distribute info about membership and the March 9 fundraiser. Please mark your calendars and plan to join the festivities! The ribbon cutting begins promptly at noon (so arrive at least a few minutes early) and generally lasts an hour. Light refreshments are also traditionally served by the business or group holding the event, so please contact Joanne Colella at joannecolella@gmail.com if you're willing to contribute any food or beverage items, such vegetable or fruit platters, cookies, cupcakes, sandwich trays, water, wine, etc. for us to offer the attendees.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, January 24th. The book is "Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: December 20, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, December 15, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 18th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, December 15th.
The program for the December meeting will be the Fountain Hills Community Chorus under the direction of Matthew Frable.
The Fountain Hills Community Chorus entertains its audiences with beautiful choral music while providing an enjoyable musical experience for its members. An affiliate of the non-profit Fountain Hills Cultural and Civic Association, the non-audition chorus sings in four-part harmony and is open to anyone who loves to sing.
The Chorus, founded in 1991 by a group of Fountain Hills residents, has concert performances during the spring and holiday seasons with smaller ensembles performing by request at other community functions. Directed by Matthew Frable, Members of the Chorus have also performed at events like the Anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, the Anniversary of The Sound of Music in Salzburg Austria, as well as Group Concerts with other Choral Groups who gathered in Hawaii and Ireland.
For more information about the Chorus or to become a member, please visit their website: https://www.fhcc-az.org.
Following our bylaws, a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Linda Miles, along with Donna Beers, our First Vice President submitted a slate of officers for the coming year. Voting of the officers took place at our November business meeting with a formal installation planned for our December meeting.
- President
Phyllis Muhs - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Shirley Serey - Treasurer
Kimberly Warneke - Assistant Treasurer
Sandi McGee - Recording Secretary
Linda Ney-Salavitch - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Carol Goyena - Parliamentarian
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
We are happy to announce that the Women's Club has officially been given the opportunity to hold a ribbon cutting with the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the start of our 50th anniversary year! The event will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, January 18, 2024 on the event patio outside the chamber building. The chamber helps to promote these events, which are free and open to the public, and are attended with great fanfare by chamber ambassadors, chamber members, township officials, and the FH Times. This will be a great chance for us to kick off our anniversary year and distribute info about membership and the March 9 fundraiser. Please mark your calendars and plan to join the festivities! The ribbon cutting begins promptly at noon (so arrive at least a few minutes early) and generally lasts an hour. Light refreshments are also traditionally served by the business or group holding the event, so please contact Joanne Colella at joannecolella@gmail.com if you're willing to contribute any food or beverage items, such vegetable or fruit platters, cookies, cupcakes, sandwich trays, water, wine, etc. for us to offer the attendees.
At our December board meeting our President Barbara Higgins presented Betty Jo Soehlig and Pat Ahrens (former President) with a yellow rose (a symbol of friendship) for all their years of service in our club. Both members have served in many capacities for numerous roles and their dedication has been appreciated by all club members.
On December 7th, our annual Holiday Tea Party was held at the Crown and Glory Tea Room. Our club members were glad to share the holiday festivities together.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, January 24th. The book is "Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: November 15, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by Friday, November 10, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 13th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, November 10th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker for the November meeting will be Marissa Dailey, Library Manager Fountain Hills. Be sure to attend and learn about all the programs that our library has to offer to all residents of Fountain Hills, and perhaps bring a friend.
From books to movies, to take-home science kits—free tickets to your favorite museum! The 15,000 square-foot facility has more than 36,000 items including adult and children’s books, movies, music, audio books and magazines. All Maricopa County Library District cardholders have access to over 14,000,000 different digital items! The combined Library District’s physical collection contains almost 650,000 items that can be requested and checked out at the Fountain Hills Branch.
We will be making our annual donation to the Extended Hands Food Bank at our November Meeting. All members are requested to bring food or cash donations to the meeting. There is a great need this year and all donations are very much appreciated.
Following our bylaws, a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Linda Miles, along with Donna Beers, our First Vice President submitted a slate of officers for the coming year. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting. The nominations are:
- President
Phyllis Muhs - 1st Vice President
Patt Canning - 2nd Vice President
Shirley Serey - Treasurer
Kimberly Warneke - Assistant Treasurer
Sandi McGee - Recording Secretary
Linda Ney-Salavitch - Corresponding Secretary (Sunshine)
Carol Goyena - Parliamentarian
Treasurer report - Pat Ahrens (Treasurer) and Betty Jo Soehlig (Assistant Treasurer)
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, December 6th. The book is "The Orchid Thief" by Susan Orlean.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: October 18, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by October 13, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 13th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by October 13th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our speaker for the October program will be former FBI agent Allyn Wright. Be sure to attend this interesting program, and perhaps bring a friend.
Don’t be a victim by learning what you can do to protect yourself from Frauds and Scams
Learn about current fraud and scam trends targeting seniors, and what you can do to prevent them from happening to you.
It’s not uncommon to know someone who has been defrauded out of money, even their life savings. Scams targeting older adults are on the rise, and the most common financial scams targeting older people, according to the National Council on Aging, are government impersonation scams, sweepstakes scams, and robocall scams. Don’t be a victim by learning what you can do to protect yourself.
Allyn R. Wright has spent 35+ years in different levels of Fire, Safety and Security. His career began in New Haven, CT. assigned to several nationwide task forces where he received numerous awards and honors. During his tenure in the Fire Service, he rose to the rank as an EMT, Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Captain of the Fire Investigation Unit, Assistant Chief and Chief. He received his training and certification from the Connecticut State Police/State Fire Marshal’s Office, the National Fire Academy (FEMA) and the Federal Law Enforcement Center/US Treasury Dept. (ATF).
Mr. Wright was appointed to the Arson/Fraud Task Force and the Presidential Detail for the U.S. Secret Service South Central Region of Connecticut. As well with the FBI/Arson Task Force-New Haven dealing with Church Bombings. He is also an Adjunct Professor for the Connecticut Criminal Law Foundation, Inc. New Haven Police Academy.
Since retiring from the Fire Service, he has focused all of his experience and expertise in the field of Fire, Safety and Security Management. Mr. Wright is a Private Investigator licensed in the State of New York and is employed with Intelligence Options, LLC. New York, N.Y. He is also a 2020 graduate of the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy and former Director of Community Outreach for the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy Alumni Association. Currently he is the President of the FBI Phoenix Citizens Academy Alumni.
Following our bylaws, a nominating committee consisting of two former Presidents, Pat Ahrens and Linda Miles, along with Donna Beers, our First Vice President, will introduce and submit the slate of officers at our October meeting. Nominations can also be taken from the floor. Voting of the officers will take place at our November business meeting with a formal installation at our December meeting.
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, October 25th. The book is "The Secret Life of Sunflowers" by Marta Molnar.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
When: September 20, 2023
Where: FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER 13001 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills
Time. 11:30 a.m. check in
Lunch: 12:00 Noon
Cost: $25.00 for members and guests
Cash or check only. Make checks payable to FHCCA
*Please make your reservation by September 16, 2023. If you are unable to attend and have not canceled your reservation before the 16th you are responsible for paying the club $25.00.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by September 16th.
Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Save the date! We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Fountain Hill Women's Club 50th Anniversary Gala Luncheon on Saturday, March 9, 2024! This very special "Gold in Them Hills!" event will be held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort to celebrate 50 golden years of community service and providing scholarships to support women's achievement! Look for more exciting information in the weeks to come about this gala celebration, including details on how to attend, collaborate, donate, and lend your support to this historic celebration. For updates, follow Fountain Hills Women's Club on Facebook or visit www.fountainhillswomensclub.com.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, September 27th. The book is "The Rosie Project" by Graeme Simsion.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
Volunteers needed for 15th Annual Make a Difference Day To all Clubs and Organizations in Fountain Hills: Please pass this on if you are not the contact for your Club or Organization- Thank you! Our 15th Annual “Make a Difference Day” is Saturday October 21st, 2023. Make a Difference Day is a morning where Volunteers are invited to help the most vulnerable residents in our community by providing four hours of Volunteer service at designated work projects. The town is seeking assistance from residents to come out and show our neighbors that “Fountain Hills is the small town with a big heart”. Work projects include kitchen deep cleaning, garage organization, patio cleaning, building wheelchair ramps, minor interior and exterior home repairs, weed control, landscaping trimming, Town Planting Projects and more. Volunteers range from Cub and Daisy scouts to Active Seniors. All interested individuals and groups are encouraged to register.
Please visit www.fountainhillsaz.gov/madd to register today.
Deadline for Volunteer Registration is Friday, October 13th.
Does your club or organization know someone who could benefit from Make a Difference Day? Please let us know- The Deadline for Make a Difference Day Residential Work Project Registration is Thursday, August 31st.
Please do not hesitate to call with any questions, 480-816-5108. Thank you,
Kim Wickland
Volunteer Supervisor
Town of Fountain Hills
p: (480) 816-5108
a: 13001 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
w: www.fountainhillsaz.gov
E: kwickland@fountainhillsaz.gov
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Our Scholarship awards were presented at our May Luncheon on May 17th. Many thanks to the committee, led by Leslie Hermansen and working with her were Phyllis Muhs and Cindi Brubaker. Seven women and two students won the award and were presented with a white rose.
Stay tuned for information about the celebration of our 50th anniversary in February of 2024. We are working on preliminary plans that would include a generous benefactor to help us celebrate this milestone and continue our goals.
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women’s Club awards scholarships every year to women returning to school and to women continuing their education. Since 1994, FHWC has awarded 128 scholarships to women in the amount of $223,000. Last year, FHWC awarded more than $13,000.
Applicants must be at least 23 years of age and must either reside in or be employed in Fountain Hills. The application can be downloaded from this website by clicking here. The deadline for submission is April 10. If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Hermansen at lesliehermansen@msn.com.
Pictured at last year’s award luncheon
The Fountain Hills Women's Club April luncheon will be on Wednesday, April 19th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, April 14th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Stephenie Bjorkman is our speaker for the April meeting.
Stephenie is a lot like the jewelry she sells: colorful, fresh, smart, and always evolving. Like the native gemstones her store is known for, she’s an Arizona original. And as the CEO and president of Sami Fine Jewelry, she is building on the company’s reputation for consistently delighting customers.
Stephenie never expected to sell jewelry, much less run a store ranked among the top in the industry. When Sami Jack, her mother, became ill, Stephenie joined the family business.
They made a formidable team, and Stephenie soon discovered a talent for attracting customers’ attention. Her promotions and in-store events have earned her the title “Queen of Marketing” from Indesign, a magazine covering high-end American designer jewelry retailers. Instore, the industry’s leading trade publication, named Sami Fine Jewelry one of America’s Coolest Stores in 2008.
In 2013, Sami retired, handing the reins to her daughter. As CEO and president, Stephenie maintains the blue-ribbon standards that have distinguished Sami Fine Jewelry for years.
Stephenie will be discussing American gemstone jewelry. She has the first and only American gemstone jewelry gallery in the world.
Her mother Sami Jack, a long time FHWC member and now an honorary member, plans to attend this meeting. Perhaps she will help us learn more about our club as we celebrate our 50th year in 2024.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, April 26th. The book is "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
A tour of the River of Time Museum
Cheryl Ponzo, Community Center Program Coordinator
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women's Club March luncheon will be on Wednesday, March 15th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, March 10th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our March program will be presented by Cheryl Ponzo, the Community Center Program Coordinator. will share with us the many activities that are offered throughout the year and what goes into the planning process. The Fountain Hills Community Center is the hub of our beautiful town. Throughout the day it is buzzing with excitement through the programs, presentations, and special events that are offered. Have you ever wondered what takes place at our Community Center? It is a place where friendships are made, and truly everyone knows your name.
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd. The book is "Beautiful Country" by Qian Julie Wang.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Click here for the 2023 Fountain Hills Women’s Club Scholarship Application PDF
The Fountain Hills Women's Club February luncheon will be on Wednesday, February 15th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, February 10th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Our February program will be presented by Lynn Truby has been a music educator in Arizona for over 25 years. She is in her second year at Skyline High School in Mesa where directs the Honor Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band and Marching Band. Lynn spent the first twenty years in AZ at Fountain Hills High School where she was the Fine Arts Dept Head and Director of Instrumental and Vocal Music. She took a music program that was in complete disarray and transformed it into award-winning music groups for their symphonic band, marching band, jazz band, concert choir and jazz choir. She took the Fighting Flock of Falcon Fury to win the AZ State Marching Band Championships in 2018. Lynn enjoys teaching music and leadership to students and has had many former students in leadership roles at all three state university marching bands over the years! She has led several student FH Sister Cities trips overseas and has performed with her music groups both here in the US and internationally. Lynn also plays french horn with the Salt River Brass. Her love of music and for teaching is apparent by her students who she motivates to always be their best self and to persevere!
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, February 22nd. The book is "The Indigo Girl: A Novel" by Natasha Boyd.
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
Presented by the River of Time Museum Cherie Koss, Executive Director, Linda McThrall, Director of Development and our actress Susie Veech.
The Fountain Hills Women's Club January luncheon will be on Wednesday, January 18th at the Community Center at 11:30am with lunch served at 12:00pm. Luncheon cost will be $25 cash or check. Please make checks payable to FHCCA.
Our January program will be presented by Cherie Koss, Director of the River of Time Museum. The presentation will include an introduction to the newly renovated and rebranded River of Time, upcoming programs and opportunities and a visit by a special guest from the past.
To RSVP please text Carol Goyena or send an email to carolgoyena@gmail.com. Please reply by Friday, January 13th. Please note that after confirming that you are attending but then need to cancel, you will be responsible for cost of the luncheon.
Plans for our annual fund raiser are in full swing. The Desert Derby Fashion and luncheon will take place on April 2, 2023 at Adero Resort. Members will be contacting local merchants for support. This event has given us the opportunity to support local non profit organizations such as the building of the FH Community center, the library, the FH Community Theater and offering scholarships to high school seniors and women who want to complete their studies.
The Book Club will be held on Wednesday, January 25th. The book is "Of Windmills and War" by Diane Moody
We welcome new members to the club. If you are interested in joining click here for the Fountain Hills Women’s Club Membership Application PDF. You can complete the application and send to fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com.
The Member Login section of the website is now active. Please log in with your password and check it out. If you do not have the password, please check with Donna Beers. The Bylaws of the club are also published under this section, as well as applications for membership.
For any information or questions please contact us at our email address fountainhillswomensclub@gmail.com or contact Patt Canning.
