An informally organized group dedicated to preserving and enhancing the beauty of Rio Verde, as well as the quality of life and comfort of its residents. We accomplish this by using our time, effort and talent to organize activities that we hope will enrich our community.
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Mark your calendar!
September 22, 2010 - Salad Supper
October 27, 2010 - Plant Sale
November 13, 2010 - Bake Sale, Raffle & Silent Auction
November 27, 2010 - Health Walk
January 17, 2011 - Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
March 16, 2011 - Spring Fashion Show & Luncheon
March 25, 2011 - Home Tour
A Brief History of CRC
In the 1970s, a group of women, in order to get together and socialize, organized a sewing and craft club. From this group evolved a community organization they called Rio Verde Arts and Crafts, dedicated to the betterment of the lives of all those living in Rio Verde. The first officers were Ruth Hosfield, president, and Joyce Laufer, treasurer. This group was responsible for community-wide social activities and events in Rio Verde.
With limited facilities and finances, they organized the first bake and craft sales. With these funds they provided needed equipment for the newly formed Country Club and the Community Association. They started many of the services CRC now provides.
As community activity increased, the need for a new name became apparent, and in 1997 the name was officially changed to Rio Verde Community Relations Committee. The CRC has continued to evolve with new programs and services.
Volunteer Involvement
The CRC activities would not be as successful as it is today without the volunteer efforts of its Rio Verde residents, and welcomes your help and participation. The CRC informational pamphlet and current contact information for board and committee members are also available at the Community Center reception desk and web site (
www.rioverdehoa.org).
Activities and Services provided by the CRC
CRC services and activities are reviewed annually and the program and calendar for the upcoming year is set. Complete and up to date information is available in The Roadrunner and web site (www.rioverdehoa.com). All proceeds from CRC fund raising are used to fund services and events sponsored by the Community Relations Committee, and for projects that will enhance our community.
Baby Furniture
Cribs, high chairs, car seats, bikes, toys, etc. are loaned to residents as needed. Request forms are located in the Post Office by the front window. Donations help maintain the inventory.
Bake Sale, Raffle, and Silent Auction
Held on Saturday, November 13, community members donate the baked goods that are sold. Residents and area businesses donate raffle and silent auction items. Proceeds help finance community projects.
Christmas Decorations
For the enjoyment of all residents, the Community Relations Committee members decorate the Community Center for Christmas.
Christmas Luminarias
Making Christmas Eve beautiful. The CRC provides residents with candles, bags and sand to make luminarias for the major streets in Rio Verde. They are lit on Christmas Eve for the enjoyment of all.
Christmas Santa Party / Home Delivery
Held on Christmas Eve afternoon, the residents, their children, and grand children enjoy carols, Christmas cookies and a visit from Santa. On Christmas Day parents and/or grandparents may have their wrapped Christmas presents delivered by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Classified Advertisements
The Verdes Classified advertisement sheet is produced every two weeks, providing a place to buy or sell. No fee for use but a modest donation is recommended.
Easter Egg Hunt
This event is held on Easter Sunday for our younger guests. Favors are hidden in an area at the end of the Country Club’s driving range.
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Make new friends by participating in this unique community-building activity and fundraiser. Whether you volunteer as a dinner host or a guest, it’s an enjoyable evening.
Health Walk
Put on your walking shoes and join the fun on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Rio Verde Health Walk ball caps will be sold with proceeds going to a local charity. All residents and their guests — including kids — are welcome.
Mailings
This is a service provided several times yearly for the Rio Verde Community Association to keep all residents advised of needed information.
Spread Your Wings and New Neighbor Welcome
Enjoy special outings and featured speakers on interesting topics throughout the season. These events provide a comfortable social setting to meet new friends and share new experiences.
Plant Sale
An autumn plant sale is held to provide residents the opportunity to purchase quality bedding plants for the winter season.
Sales
Items such as Rio Verde mugs, reusable Rio Verde shopping bags, cookbooks and local history books are offered for sale several times a year or at special events and year round at the Village Green Convenience Store. A sale of Valentine items (flowers, candy, etc) and a raffle are held yearly at the post office.
Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon
All Rio Verde women and their guests are invited to this lovely event. A fee is charged to cover expenses only.
September Salad Supper
This is a social event for Rio Verde residents. All residents and guests are encouraged to attend, bring a salad to share with friends and neighbors, and have a good time.
Special Projects
The CRC supports new activities and services each year. This might include a special luncheon, a trip to a cultural event, or other activity.
Talent Show
Held every few years, these events highlight the wonderful talent within Rio Verde. These events are usually standing room only.
The Arizona Republic
The Rio Verde CRC offers residents a saving on Arizonas favorite newspaper. Please see the web site or the flyer in the Community Center office for details.
Home Tour
Every other year, a home tour is offered of selected Rio Verde residents. This is a money-making project held during the Mens Anasazi Golf Tournament. The proceeds are used by CRC for projects in the community.
CRC Contributions
Some of the contributions made to the community by the Community Relations Committee though fund raising events and sales include:
Donation to the Sound System Project for Rio Verde Community Church
Food and Beverage Gift Certificates for New residents
Projection system for the Country Club
Drapes for Community Center card room
Folding doors for the Community Center
Patio furniture for the Country Club
Baby furniture, toys, and bicycles
Arizona and Rio Verde flags and flag poles
Bulletin board at Post Office
Interior and exterior lights at the Community Center
Beds, mattresses and file cabinets for fire station
Sheriffs office addition at the post office
Support for Rio Verde Bell Choir
Rio Verde Main Entrance Renovation
Small Pool Renovation
Plantings on Forest Road
Podium and cordless sound system for Community Center
CRC garden in Four Peaks median
Landscaping northeast side of Country Club adjacent to Four Peaks Blvd.
Projection system for Country Club
Portable computer projector for Community Center
Market umbrellas for pool patio
Community Center landscaping
Community Center chairs
New Signage for Welcome Center
Exercise equipment for Community Center
Shelving, fan, and drapes for Library
Solar lights
Handless microphones
Ice Machine
Baby Grand Player Piano and music for Country Club
Wheelchairs for Steven Ministry
Drapes for Community Center Card Room
Food and Beverage Gift Certificates for new residents
Additional Information:
Current events and sales are posted in The Roadrunner and web site (www.rioverdehoa.com)
For meeting and/or volunteer information, contact a 2010-11 CRC Board Member listed below:
Nancy Werner President 471-7329 nancycwerner@aol.com
Marti Justus, Vice President
Donna Dewitt, Secretary
Sandy Tonso, Treasurer
