Summer 2025 Heat Cometh But Bingo Tuesday's Are "Cool"!

In addition to the 3 pack "Special", there will be two prizes for the $1 per white 50/50 raffle ticket: 

1st Prize is $$$$!....50% to the lucky player and 50% to the Treat Table

2nd Prize is.....wait for it....

.......wait for it....

The great 2nd prize is a "Grab & Go" Bingo Bag for daubers and personal items!!

And it that's not enough, there will be a FREE Admission Gift Certificate Raffle....look for the Red tickets!

In Game #10 the WILD number is three (3) plus Second Chance/Monitor Bingo with what else??.....more prizes!

Please join us as for Player Appreciation Bingo and bring a first time friend so they can be appreciated too!

REMEMBER......You can't win if you don't play......

LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

The Bingo Bunnies greeting players on the 15th were front row l-r: Suzi, Jan and Joan; back row l-r: Carol, Jeanne, Betty and Carol

These lovely ladies are proof positive that feeling free to release the child within and wearing bunny ears with pride keeps you looking the same year, after year, after year!.....see the previous year photo below for proof! 

Volunteer Bunny Suzi Denny, front row left above, won the $200 Game #10 coverall and received loud applause from the other players partly in recognition for her great service as a Bingo Volunteer.  

Almost all Volunteers were present for the Team Photo above.  Back row l-r: Coordinator Bunny Joanna, Carol, Joan, Mark, Jan, Suzi and Betty; front row l-r: Carol, Ray, and Jeanne.  Angie and Marta were missing but certainly not forgotten!

April 20th officially kicks off Volunteer Week even though Bingo has been recognizing the Bingo Team of Volunteers all month.  We hope they are "feeling the love" for all they do every Tuesday, 52 times a year!  The Encore Board will recognize all Encore volunteers on Wednesday, April 23rd and hope to express their appreciation for the success volunteers bring to all Encore Programs.

Bingo Tuesday, April 22nd will be eventful, busy and fun including the "White Ticket" Encore Fundraiser 50/50 Raffle to raise money for the new console, the "Red Ticket" Free Admission Raffle, Game #4 "Encore 8", $50 in 30#'s or less or a Consolation Prize of $25, Good Neighbor $5 left or right, Wild Number in Game #10.....and that's just to start.  The 22nd is also Earth Day......heaven only knows what Joanna has in mind for that one......"a tree grows in the Community Center"??

Please join us for Bingo Tuesday on April 22nd to get in on all the fun that Joanna and her El Primo Team of Volunteers have up their sleeves to make your afternoon as special as you are!

Get ready for more April Bingo Fun and bring a friend!

REMEMBER......You can't win if you don't play......LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

Take the sting out of tax day and replace it with jelly beans, bunnies, eggs and more.  Rumor has it there will be $200 at Game #10 plus a $25 Gift Certificate at a local restaurant or grocery store......just right for lunch with a friend or a couple dozen eggs just in time for coloring!

And what was that about a "new Encore 8 game" at Game 4??  Joanna stays up nights thinking of new games to keep players on their toes....don't miss it!!

The 50/50 raffle will be available to "feed" the treat table and the Easter Bunny just might hide a surprise Player/Volunteer Appreciation Bingo as well.....

So please join us for Easter Bingo Tuesday on April 15th and chase your tax blues away with surprises, smiles and chances to win.....can't beat the exhilaration of shouting Bingo to make your day!  

Get ready for more April Bingo Fun and bring a friend!

REMEMBER......You can't win if you don't play......LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

On March 25th, Vivian Shane became Bingo's first double back to back winner when she took home $100 from the 50/50 Encore Console Fundraiser and the Free Bingo Admission raffle.  To "top" it off she won the beautiful crocheted wrap she is wearing that was created and donated by an anonymous Hooks and Needles participant.  

86 players enjoyed Bingo last week as many winter players bid their adieu as they prepare to leave for the heat of summer.  It will be a challenge to reach out and share the fun and excitement of Bingo with other year round residents to keep the momentum and friendly competition going!  

Get ready for April Fun Day on the 1st and bring a friend!

Bingo Volunteers Are The Best In The West!!!......

and we can't wait to start celebrating them during Volunteer Month!

Not only is the Bingo Team cross trained to fill in all the positions required to put together a successful Bingo Program, but they "show up for duty week, after week, after week, after week......well, you get the drill!  Commitment to the program and providing great customer service with never-ending smiles is their motto and this combo contributes greatly to what makes the Bingo program the success it is.  More great things about Volunteer Month are the extra opportunities to win and surprises around every corner.  So be sure to mark your calendar for Bingo Tuesday the 1st....take a minute to share a thanks with a volunteer.....always appreciated!

Hope to see you this Tuesday......you can't win if you don't play!!

Many Donated Prizes Just Waiting To Be Won!!

More prizes mean more chances to win at Valentine Bingo....the treat table has even received a donated item that will keep on giving week after week!  

The special 50/50 Fundraiser will provide players the opportunity to not only win prizes, but also contribute to a much needed console that will provide for uninterrupted Bingo fun every Tuesday!

These adorable heart necklaces are just a few of the donated prizes to adorn some lucky winners.

Record  high numbers were recorded last February....100 players on Valentine's Day and 107 later in the month.  Joanna and her Volunteers are looking forward to breaking that February record and rewarding the 108th player with "more  than a hug".....be that player to find out!!

Mark February 11th on your calendar and join us for a special Valentine Bingo......you won't be sorry!

LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

"Bingo Is His Name"

And He's Looking For A New Home

And he'll find it at Tuesday's Bingo when he will be the special prize to the winner of the 50/50 in addition to CASH!

Of course there's more in store as Tuesday Bingo gets ready for February fun!

LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

Kathleen Kruty, Community Center Program Coordinator, joined Bingo Coordinator and Encore Board Member Joanna Hernan at this year's successful Expo last Wednesday....Joanna was holding "Bingo" and claimed him to be "huggable"!

C'mon down to Bingo Tuesday and purchase an extra 50/50 raffle ticket for a chance to win "Bingo", some cash and contribute to the treat table!

Let's Play Bingo!!

.....THEY ARE APPRECIATED!!

In addition to sharing fun, food, friendship and prizes every Tuesday afternoon, they are appreciated by Bingo Coordinator Joanna and her dedicated Volunteer Team.  Plan to attend January 21st and look forward to being appreciated!!

LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

There will also be a Free Admission to January 28th's Bingo, a $200 Game #10 Coverall Blackout and a $20 Gift Certificate.  Spread the word and bring a friend to share in all the appreciation!  Don't forget the infamous and glorious treat table!

C'mon down and join the fun at the happiest place on Tuesday afternoons!

Reflecting on Bingo's journey into the new year, Coordinator Joanna said she is happy with the progress of the program.  She cites attendance as well as the camaraderie, fellowship and overall attitude of the players as many seem to feel they have found a new Tuesday "home".  

Bottom line.....being part of the "Bingo Family" is fun!!

Join the Family.....join the Fun!!

LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

Amid the "new year's sparkle" worn by many players that added to the celebratory mood, MaryAnn Winterround won the Free Admission Gift Certificate that she will enjoy using this Tuesday's Bingo on the 7th.....join her for many more chances to win!

Joanna and her Bingo "Elves" have been busy shopping for this week's big event....if you make one Tuesday Bingo all year, this is the one you don't want to miss!!......

50/50 Raffle, Free Admission Gift Certificate, Three Costco Goodie Treats, One Trio Gift, Jewelry, Two $25 Gifts Certificates donated by PaPa Murphy's and DeLuxe Nails and more.  Our volunteer elves will be dishing ice cream donated by the Community Center at intermission and the treat table will runneth over according to Joanna.  It is still rumored that "HO HO HO" may fill the hall as well.

This Tuesday should be filled with lots of prizes, laughs and Merry Christmas hugs......oh yes.....and Bingo!!

Encore and Bingo were pleased and excited to welcome Fountain View Village as an Encore sponsor for this week's Bingo!

Michele Williamson, Outreach and Event Coordinator (above), was on hand to provide information and answer questions about the local and vibrant senior living community that offers Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care.

With fantastic amenities including a fitness center, heated outdoor pool, putting green, pickleball court, theater, salon, Bistro and more, the facility and their excellent staff create a welcoming environment where seniors can enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle.  The newly remodeled Bistro (above) is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Monday thru Friday and features very tasty sandwiches, wraps, salads and more.

For more information or to schedule an appointment for a tour, contact FVV at:

Address: 16455 E Ave of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Phone: 480-836-5000
Company Email: life@fountainviewvillageaz.com

And the lucky winner was Carolyn Lynch (right) pictured with Michele above.

A number of players stopped by Michele's table to make inquiries and expressed interest in touring the facility for a closer look.

A special thanks to Michele and Fountain View Village for sponsoring Tuesday's Bingo!

There was plenty of festive red worn by the players last week but it would be great to fill the two ballrooms with red or "anything holidayish" on the 17th.....what a great photo opp!

Joanna and her Bingo "Elves" have been busy shopping for next week's event....last report was four raffle prizes and counting...you never know what surprises they have in store when special holidays roll around...."HO HO HO" may be filling the halls for the event!

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Remember....

December 17th is the last Bingo Tuesday before Christmas.  There will be no Bingo on Christmas Eve but never fear.....there will be a special New Year's Eve Bingo on December 31st!

See you Tuesday.....LET'S PLAY BINGO!!

Joanna says to get out your favorite Christmas sweatshirts or tops to add to the festivities and decor at December's Bingo.....

.......she and her volunteers will do the rest!

Rumor has it that they've been inspired by all the stores resplendent in their decorated glory and been shopping for the big Bingo Christmas Event on December 17th!  

Just a reminder there will be only three Bingo Tuesdays before Christmas.....December 3rd, 10th and 17th.  There will be no Bingo on Christmas Eve but never fear.....there will be a special New Year's Eve Bingo on December 31st!