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SUNDAYS - PAGES OF LIFE BOOKSTORE AT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Hours of operation: 9:30-12:30 and Mon -Thu. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Church Office hours remain the same. Thank You!
MONDAYS - OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - ZOOM meeting. Literature reading, discussion and sharing. Call 813/633-3932 for passcode. For more information about OA, please go to www.oa.org
MONDAYS - PROGRESSIVE BRIDGE CLUB
12:00 noon - 3:15 p.m. - every Monday in the Horizon Room in Sun City Center - We play at 12:15 p.m. but want everyone in the Horizon Room by 12:00 noon and we play until 3:00. No charge to enroll. We are also a fun bridge. We play for 50 cents and at the end the person who has the highest score wins a dollar and second place wins 50 cents per table. You must be a registered member of the Sun City Center Community Association. Walk ins welcome, no partner needed. Kings Point activities card members welcome.
MONDAYS - SCCCA BINGO!!!
Every Monday evening from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd.
Doors open & card sales begin at 5:30 p.m. Card sales stop at 6:40 p.m. and games start at 7:00 p.m. Cost: The minimum charge is $1.00 for 2 cards. Who: CA residents, KP residents, Sun Towers residents, Guests with Guest Passes. Gather up your chips, wands, lucky gnomes, and beanies, and head to the Community Hall for a fun-filled night! See you there!
UNTIL FRI. SEP 5 - SEEKING MS. SUN CITY CENTER CONTESTANTS!
It’s been 18 years since the last competition – now the tradition continues. This isn’t just a beauty pageant, it’s a celebration of grace, grit, and the vibrant contributions of senior women in our community. It is open to all women ages 60 and up who reside in Sun City Center (regardless of SCCCA membership). This event honors those who demonstrate talent, vitality, and spirit, – the qualities that make our community thrive. Areas of competition are evening attire, 2 minute talent and on stage community contribution on stage question. Crown, sash and prizes for the 2025-2026 winner. Interested ladies can download the application at www.suncitycenter.org. For more info, email Nancy McCall at nmccall@suncitycemter.org or call her at 813-394-1267. Deadline is Sept. 5th.
MON. JUL 14 - MONDAY MOVIES AT ROLLINS THEATER FOR SCCCA MEMBERS!
1:00 p.m. in Rollins Theater. Two Mules for Sister Sara (1 hour, 54 minutes) Starring: Clint Eastwood, Shirley MacLaine, Manolo Fabregas. Western, Action
WED. JUL 16 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
WED. JUL 16 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Sultania Spirit “Rattle Healing-History, Types, Benefit & Shamanic demo.
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.
WED. JUL 16 - FRONT PORCH PICKERS
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Rollins Theater, SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians. SCC residents and Kingspoint residents are all welcome! Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728
SAT JUL 19 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
SAT. JUL 19 - LEFT CENTER RIGHT CLUB
First and third Saturday of every month 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Kings Point East Social Room. Remember Left Center Right? That fun game in which 3 quarters and 3 dice can win you untold riches? Well it’s here at Kings Point! Join us the first and third Saturday of every month from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the East Social Room. We offer both the traditional games as well as LCR Extreme! created by our own Rick Miles. B.Y.O.E! Snacks to share are always welcome. If you are coming in from outside Kings Point let the guard know you are here for LCR. Questions? Contact Michelle Mason 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org
MON. JUL 21 - PARKSINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY THE MEN'S CLUB OF SCC
1:30 – 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community in the Theater Room. Facilitator: Jill Mask is a fitness professional with over 10 years of experience in contributing to Parkinson's Support groups and will have helpful hints for members! Her dedication to assisting group members in managing PD shines through! If you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group! Third Monday of every month is a group for Parkinson’s sufferers. We start each meeting with exercises and then have a discussion. Questions? Contact Michelle Mason 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org
WED. JUL 23 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
WED. JUL 23 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Robin LeBleu “Essential Oils-usage and benefits”
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.
WED. JUL 23 - FRONT PORCH PICKERS
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Rollins Theater, SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians. SCC residents and Kingspoint residents are all welcome! Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728
THU. JUL 24 - CHRISTMAS IN JULY WITH TITO & DEBI ENTERAINMENT SERVICES - KARAOKE DJ/DANCE
5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Kings Point Veterans Theater. Prize for Best Christmas Hawaiian Shirt. Tickets $10 at the KPCH Box Office BYOE (bring your own everything)
SAT. JUL 26 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd.We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
SAT. JUL 26 - LA LUCHA A THE FIREHOUSE CULTURAL CENTER!
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage. La Lucha returns to The Firehouse! La Lucha is a Tampa Bay based trio of three best friends from three different parts of the world: Colombia, Mexico, and the United States. Its members are Alejandro Arenas, bass; John O’Leary, piano; and Mark Feinman, drums. Book your tickets now! LIMITED SEATS REMAIN. Call in for tickets: 813-645-7651. Become a FCC Member and SAVE! Ticket Prices: $23 Members $30 Future Members. All Reservations are in Advance:. Call for tickets: 813-645-7651 or book online below. Tickets are non-refundable.
SUN. JUL 27 - SUMMER MUSIC AT THE POOL FOR SCCCA MEMBERS
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the pool on Cherry Hills Dr. for CA members and their family members with a guest pass. Guest passes can be purchased at the CA Office, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd, After-hours guest passes can be purchased in the Fitness Center
MON. JUL 28 - MONDAY MOVIES IN ROLLINS THEATER FOR SCCCA MEMBERS!
1:00 p.m. in Rollins Theater. · Juror #2 (1 hour, 54 minutes) Starring: Nicholas Hoult, Toni Collette, J.K. Simmons, Chris Messina, Zoey Deutch. Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Drama
WED. JUL 30 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
WED. JUL 30 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Jikara Starita “How Energy Cords Work-reclaim your energetic sovereignty”
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office on 813 438-6136 for more information.
WED. JUL 30 - FRONT PORCH PICKERS
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Rollins Theater, SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians. SCC residents and Kingspoint residents are all welcome! Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728
FRI. AUG 1 - SUN. AUG 3 - PELICAN PLAYERS COMMUNITY THEATER PRESENTS THEIR SUMMER PRODUCTION OF “BERMUDA AVENUE TRIANGLE",
Audiences will have four opportunities to see the play, starting Friday, Aug 1, at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug 2, at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, Aug 3 at 1:30p.m. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain. Written by Academy Award-nominated playwrights Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna. Directed and assistant-directed by James Williams and Stephen Press. Stage Manager is Ruth Lake. Our shows are open to the public! Tickets are on sale now at the Kings Point Box Office, 1900 Clubhouse Dr., Sun City Center, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday - Friday. Evening performances are $16; $13 for matinees. Reserved cabaret seating and open bleacher seating. Tickets will also be sold at the door for each show; we accept only checks or cash at the door (exact amounts are appreciated). BYO drinks and snacks! All performances are at the Kings Point Veterans Theater in the North Clubhouse, 1900 Clubhouse Drive, in Sun City Center, FL. Visitors outside of Kings Point should enter the visitor side of the community’s main gate (off State Road 674) and tell security they’re coming to the Pelican Players show. ENJOY pure escapist fun in this adult comedy about two widows shuttled off to a Las Vegas retirement community by their daughters. Both seniors feel that their lives, which weren’t that great to begin with, have become really terrible ... until the arrival of a mysterious lothario who (shall we say) refreshes their spirits. “I wanted to direct this play because of the funny storyline,” says Director James Williams, adding, “I seem to gravitate toward farces, and this one is right up my alley.” The play is filled with killer one-liners and just plain old funny circumstances. “It’s the kind of show where you will laugh until you cry,” says Williams. The part of Angela Bruno is played by Diane Keyes; Rita Gangi by Dawna Gantvoort; Tess La Ruffo by Barbara Boyle; Fannie Saperstein by Carol MacAlister; Rabbi Levine by Paul Ansell; Officer Chubbs by Bob Horvath; and Johnny Paolucci by Kevin Steinke. For all things Pelican Players visit www.pelicanplayersscc.org.
FRI. AUG 1 - MIKE RIVERA AND FRIENDS AT THE FIREHOUSE!
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin. Event type: Center Stage. Come out and meet America’s Most Hilarious Teacher Mike Rivera. He is a decades-long headliner. He is also a Firehouse favorite! Mike will be joined by friends, fellow comedian Chuck Glass and emcee Robin Savage. Book your tickets now! Limited Seats. Call in for tickets: 813-645-7651 or book online below. Become a FCC Member and SAVE! Ticket Prices: $23 Members
$30 Future Members. All Reservations are in Advance: Call for tickets: 813-645-7651 - Tickets are non-refundable.
SAT. AUG 2 - DIVINE JEWELRY THRIFT SHOP - Where There Is Always A Sale Going On !
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. St John Divine Church 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. We're Not Just Jewelry. Hours: Wed & Sat 9 to 1 (813 367 7184)
SAT. AUG 2 - LEFT CENTER RIGHT CLUB
First and third Saturday of every month 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Kings Point East Social Room. Remember Left Center Right? That fun game in which 3 quarters and 3 dice can win you untold riches? Well it’s here at Kings Point! Join us the first and third Saturday of every month from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the East Social Room. We offer both the traditional games as well as LCR Extreme! created by our own Rick Miles. B.Y.O.E! Snacks to share are always welcome. If you are coming in from outside Kings Point let the guard know you are here for LCR. Questions? Contact Michelle Mason 813-492-8920 or mmason@seniorsinservice.org
WED. AUG 6 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Trisha Kirby “Seeing Clearly for Life-How to Protect and Restore Your Vision”
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. The 1st WEDNESDAY-OPEN FUNDRAISER - $5.00 admission for Non-Members. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office at 813 438-6136 for more information.
WED. AUG 6 - FRONT PORCH PICKERS
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Rollins Theater, SCC. Enjoy 2 fun hours of entertainment by your local musicians. SCC residents and Kingspoint residents are all welcome! Questions? please reach out to the Club President: Dave Oglesby at 508-331-7728
SAT AUG 9 -17TH ANNUAL CAMP AYOU BACK TO SCHOOL - BACK TO NATURE EVENT
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon! Camp Bayou is located 3 miles south of SR674 at the end of 24th St SE in Ruskin. As always, the event is free. Stop by a table to learn something new about nature and receive a free school supply item, while supplies last. A free raffle for all children will offer larger prizes such as backpacks, lunch packs and more. Other organizations that are participating this year include: Paleo Preserve Fossil Museum, Alafia River State Park, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, Hillsborough County Conservation & Environmental Lands, and Florida Aquarium. Camp Bayou continues to offer day paddle trips on the first and third Saturdays each month at 9am. The tour is $25 if you need to use one of our canoes or kayaks and $5 if you bring your own. Registration required- call 813-641-8545. Save the Date: Our Fall Fright Fest will be held on Saturday, October 4 from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. First walks will be for the young ones, beginning at 6:00 p.m. learning about our native nocturnal wildlife. The 7pm and later walks will be stories about past misadventures at Camp Bayou and the spirits who can't rest. Then join us by the campfire for s'mores! A donation of $5 per person is requested to help cover the cost of supplies. Registration will open in September. For those who are interested in helping with registered groups, Camp Bayou is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who love the outdoors and want to pass along that passion to others through hands-on activities, walks and canoe tours, as well as help with maintenance and exhibits. Contact Becki at 813-641-8545 or fill out the form at campbayou.org. We are mainly looking for folks to help teach school groups K-6 but there are other opportunities as well. Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is neither a campground nor a summer camp. It was an RV park before the County's ELAP program purchased the land but it is now open for day use only, open to the general public. Through volunteers, donations, supporters and grants, the managing non-profit- B.O.L.D. - offers pre-registered programs to schools, youth groups, adult groups and families. The Center is open from Thursday- Sunday from 9am-2pm for passive recreational pursuits such as wildlife watching, nature photography and trail walks. General admission is still FREE. The Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is a public- private partnership between Bayou Outdoor Learning and Discovery, Inc. (B.O.L.D.), and Hillsborough County Conservation & Environmental Lands Management.
WED. AUG 13 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Barry Homan “Reincarnation History with Stories and Wandering Thoughts”
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office at 813 438-6136 for more information.
WED. AUG 20 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - Patrick Alonso, PharmD “Your Healthcare Decisions” Clinical Oversight for Peace of Mind.
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office at 813 438-6136 for more information.
SUN. AUG 24 - COME DANCE WITH US CLUB!
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with dancing from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. at Kings Point Veterans Theater. Music provided by LB & CHLOE with all genres of music. BYOB: Ice and Water provided. Cost $5 pp Call Ken 513-582-8449 or Rose 513-258-8238. Theme for this Dance is COUNTRY WESTERN! Casual dress with slacks and skirts recommended for all others
WE. AUG 27 - THE WOMENS CHORUS OF SUN CITY CENTER BEGINS 63rd SEASON - REGISTRATION
10:00 a.m. at the Sun City Center United Methodist Church, 1971 Haverford Ave., Sun City Center. Members will pay dues, turn in registration forms, and pick up Christmas music. Auditions will be held beginning at 9:00 on Aug. 27 for prospective members. Women singers who have prior choral experience and would like to join the group may call Nancy Starewicz at 219-805-1378 for more information and to reserve an audition time. The first chorus rehearsal will be on Wed., Sept. 3, at the church at 9:45AM.
WED. AUG 27 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING - August Goncalves “Connect with the Spirit World – It’s easier than you think”
10:00 a.m. in the SCCCA Heritage Room. Membership costs $10.00 annually. SCCCA residents are permitted one visit before joining. Kings Point residents may join after obtaining an active Club Card at the SCCCA office. Others may attend with approved guest passes obtained at the SCCCA office. The mission of the Metaphysical Society is to inspire and empower others to explore and discover their highest expression of spiritual self-awareness and universal oneness. Contact the club office at 813 438-6136 for more information.
TUE. SEP 9 - TAKE THE AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE AND YOU MAY SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE!
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (please arrive 20 minutes early) Location: Sun City Center Atrium Bldg.- Caper Room, 1009 Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Fl. 33573
Take the AARP Smart Driver™ course and you may save money on your car insurance!
Drive smart. Save smart.
» Refresh your driving skills and explore the latest traffic laws.
» Learn research-based driving strategies to help you stay safe behind the wheel.
» Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
To Register: Call (707) 917-0010 Registration is required. Course payment by check or money order made out to AARP . Members bring AARP card . Everyone can bring a lunch
THU. SEP 11 - FREE OUTSIDE SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT FOR SCCCA MEMBERS!
Bands at the Gazebo
6:00 p.m. – Billy Lindsey “Elvis”
CC’s Grill will be available from 5:00 p.m. – Cash only.
Music at the Pool
More dates and performers will be announced. Performances held at the Gazebo (958 Cherry Hills Dr.) and the pool are FREE for CA members. Please remember to purchase a guest pass for friends at the CA Office (1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd.) between 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Your badge should be visible. Please note: only service animals are allowed.
FRI. SEP 12 - MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB MEETING
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building on the North Campus. We encourage all members and anyone interested in our club to join us. We celebrate diversity. Yearly dues are $15 for an individual and $20 for a family.
FRI. OCT 10 - MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB MEETING
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building on the North Campus. We encourage all members and anyone interested in our club to join us. We celebrate diversity. Yearly dues are $15 for an individual and $20 for a family.
WED. OCT 29 - MS. SUN CITY CENTER PAGEANT!
6:30 p.m. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. SCC. It’s been 18 years since the last competition – now the tradition continues. This isn’t just a beauty pageant, it’s a celebration of grace, grit, and the vibrant contributions of senior women in our community. It is open to all women age 60 and up who reside in Sun City Center (regardless of SCCCA membership). This event honors those who demonstrate talent, vitality, and spirit – the qualities that make our community thrive. Complimentary appetizers and Mocktails will be available. The mocktails include Margaritas, Pina Coladas, Daiquiris, Coke, Fruit Punch, Club Soda, and Tonic. The event is BYOB. There will be silent auctions and raffles. Reserve your table for 10 for $250 or single tickets for $25 beginning August 19, 2025.
TUE. NOV 11 - TAKE THE AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE AND YOU MAY SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE!
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (please arrive 20 minutes early) Location: Sun City Center Atrium Bldg.- Caper Room, 1009 Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Fl. 33573
Take the AARP Smart Driver™ course and you may save money on your car insurance!
Drive smart. Save smart.
» Refresh your driving skills and explore the latest traffic laws.
» Learn research-based driving strategies to help you stay safe behind the wheel.
» Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
To Register: Call (813) 530-5772 Registration is required. Course payment by check or money order made out to AARP . Members bring AARP card . Everyone can bring a lunch
FRI. NOV 14 - MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB MEETING
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building on the North Campus. We encourage all members and anyone interested in our club to join us. We celebrate diversity. Yearly dues are $15 for an individual and $20 for a family.
FRI. DEC 12 - MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB MEETING
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building on the North Campus. We encourage all members and anyone interested in our club to join us. We celebrate diversity. Yearly dues are $15 for an individual and $20 for a family.