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The Days Are Getting Shorter But Bingo's Still Cool!
As the temperatures are becoming more manageable but the monsoons are still MIA, it's time to come into where it's cool inside for an afternoon of Tuesday Bingo! BINGO'S READY TO WELCOME YOU ON SEPTEMBER 9TH!!!
WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES..
and what's behind those smiling faces!
WHERE: Fountain Hills Community Center
13001 N La Montana Dr
SALES BEGIN: 11:30 am
SALES CLOSE: 1:00 pm
PLAY BEGINS: 1:30 pm, ENDS 3:45 pm
MINIMUM ADMISSION: $8/pk of 6 cards,10 games, additional cards available for purchase
DAUBERS AVAILABLE: $2/piece or bring your own
AGE LIMIT: Must be 18 to play
Come early for a good seat
NOT ONLY IS IT COOL INSIDE THE COMMUNITY CENTER, THERE ARE TREATS INSIDE, THERE'S MONEY TO WIN INSIDE, AND THERE'S PLENTY OF FUN INSIDE!
IF YOU AREN'T ALREADY, BECOME PART OF THE BINGO FAMILY THIS FALL!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Encore for More is a Proud Member of ILoveFountainHills.org
Did You Know Volunteers Have Meetings Every Tuesday @ 11:00?
Do The Volunteers Look Like They're Poised And Ready To Go Out And Face The World??
What do you think?
This is the Volunteers right after their meeting, lined up and ready to emerge fresh faced wearing smiles for all...
this just goes to show what a difference a "door" makes
and gives a whole new meaning to "put on a happy face"!!
... And Here They Are Behind The Sales Table...
Sitting from left : Suzi, Jan, and Joan
Standing from left: Carol S, Carol P, and Angie
These are six of the eleven Volunteers that keep the Bingo ship running with Joanna at the helm. Like clockwork, she sends out emails once a week with positions and assignments for cashiers, payout cashiers, verifiers, 50/50 console, raffles, greeter and dauber sales, special Fountain View and Morningstar assistance, treat table set up and various jobs "as needed".
That's just on Bingo Day!
Keeping the Bingo program fresh and new is no small undertaking.....from shopping for gift certificates, finding cartoons, making sure there's cash in the till, assuring there's treats on the table, coming up with Bingo themes to giving Volunteers a pep talk on Bingo day and more...
this easily becomes a full time job!
(By the way...Joanna was filling in for the cameraman in these two photos as well!!)
9/9/2025's Theme Is "The First Call For Fall" Console 50/50 - 3 white tickets for $5 $25 Gift Certificate - red tickets Game #4- The Encore "8" - $50 in 35 #'s or less Good Neighbor - lt & rt $5 ea Game #10 - Wild # is #9 Coverall/Blackout
"Bingo Is More Than A Game... It's A Way Of Life" One word describes Joanna and her Volunteers and it's commitment....week after week, month after month they are ready to serve and smile their way into your hearts! Let's do our part... get into the Bingo Spirit... YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY!
"Getting To Know You Bingo" A HUGE Success & Did Just That!
Doris (left) And Suzie, Both From IL, Split A $100 Game....
Suzie got luckier as the day went on and won another $50 game.....first time big win for Suzie!
Theresa (left) From CT And Her Mom Nancy From ME....
Both were new players from last week and a winner back to try again!
Corrine From NY Won The 50/50....
....And a Bingo Clutch along with a lighted pen donated by Colony Drive Mini Storage....
Therese From WI Won The First Game At $100
She is a resident at MorningStar and after her win said, "I can't wait to brag to my friends at MorningStar."
Therese is a frequent winner at Bingo and is very loyal to our program.
Karen From MN Won The Coverall At Game #10 In 60 Numbers
She was a new player the week before....another example of beginner's luck!
From Left: Holly From CA, Patty From IL And Sandy From NY....
All being entertained by Charles, our loyal Bingo "fun and friendly" player.
Coleen And Annette From CO Are Clearly Enjoying Themselves...
Not only are they prepared for any "Bingo emergency", they introduced the Team to the flashing Bingo prop!
Mabel From NY And Linda From NJ...
.....possible expressions when someone else yells Bingo first...
Ray, One Of Our Rotating Callers, And Judy From MN...
"Welcome Back Ray"!!
Carols Times Two!
What's better than one Carol?.....two Carol's!!
Carol, seated at the 50/50 table is one of our own Volunteer Team and Carol from IL who is a long time and loyal player.
Amber's From AZ...
The only Arizona native, Amber hales from Tucson.....
Tina (left) From CO And Genie From MA....
More weekly players that keep the Bingo program going!
Vicki (left) From SC, Tamra From WA State, And Jim From CA....
....All new players.....welcome to our Bingo family!
And Then There's The Back Row....
You know what they say about players that gravitate towards the back of the room...TROUBLEMAKERS!!
In this case, just lots of fun, laughter and camaraderie!
(What happens at Bingo,
stays at Bingo.....right?!)
And What's In Store For September 2nd...
We all know what the Bingo Birthday Hat means....the first Tuesday of the month when Joanna tops her coif with the infamous chapeaux and identifies all players born in September and leads the singing to the song to which everyone knows the words!
Stop By The 50/50 Raffle Table....
Where you can purchase white tickets at $1 to help fund the Treat Table
and
Pick up a red raffle ticket for a FREE admission to Bingo Gift Certificate....
And Vie For Prizes Like....
A "one of a kind" (right!) conversation piece, curly headed pen
And The Ever-Popular....
BINGO BUCK!
But Nothing Matches The Thrills And Chills When The Caller Fills In The Blank With....
YOUR NAME!!
But Remember....
You Can't Win If You Don't Play!
Join Us For Bingo Tuesday On September 2nd
Where The Smiles, Food And Fun Are Endless!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!
Winners From August 19th...Does Eileen Have Beginners Luck?
Eileen, (left), Returned For A Second Week To Test Out The Beginners Luck Theory...
...and was the Big Winner of the Day!
She won both the first game at $100 and a second game at $50 for a grand total of $150!....they were SOLO wins as well.....no splitting for her!
And The Winners Just Kept Stacking Up!
Jo Nelson: Won treat table 50/50 at $50
Lisa Thompson: Won $100
Lillian (a regular): Won the Free Admission Gift Certificate
Joan (Bingo Volunteer): Won the $25 Gift Card to Phil's purchased with a Bingo donation
PLUS
Four additional $50 winners and smaller cash prizes as well.
Attendance Was Up On August 19....
When attendance moves up, which it did last week, so do the Cash Prizes!
Inviting a friend to share the fun and excitement benefits everyone!
Join Us On Tuesday The 26th For Another "Bingo First"...
"Getting To Know You Bingo"!
Stop by the Getting To Know You Bingo table to receive a free red raffle ticket, a name tag that Volunteer Angie will place their first name, the state they were born in and the year they arrived in Arizona on. Players will then proceed to purchase their Admission Packs at the Cashiers Table.
(Disclaimer!....that is not Angie in the photo!....it's Volunteer Carol taken in 2023!)
After Being Warmly Welcomed And Purchasing Admission Packs At The Cashiers Table....
....players will proceed to the 50/50 raffle table....
...Where They'll Have The Opportunity Of Supporting The Console Fund....
At just $5 for 3 white tickets, this 50/50 fund raiser for the new Bingo Console has been quite successful as they inch ever closer to their portion which is about $6,800. Thanks to the Bingo family for your continued support!
Once In The Bingo Room, Look Forward To These Highlights Of Play...
In addition to the "Getting To Know You Free Raffle" and 50/50 Console Fund Raiser Raffle, look for:
Game #4 The Encore "8" - $50 in 35 numbers or less
Good Neighbor L & R - $5
Game #10 Purple Card - Wild # is 6 - Coverall/Blackout.....Prize to be announced!
Above All Else, REMEMBER.....
"Happiness Is Yelling Bingo",
You Can't Win If You Don't Play
AND
Eileen is proof positive that beginner's luck is alive and well at Tuesday Bingo!
So mark your calendars for
Bingo Tuesday on
August 26th....
and
Let's Play Bingo!
Winners From August 12th...Volunteers Needed At Treat Table!
Eileen, left, won the Console 50/50 drawing and a Bingo Game..Rhonda had the fun of yelling "Bingo"!
These two lovely ladies are proof positive that "you can't win if you don't play"......that's right....THEY WERE BOTH FIRST TIME PLAYERS at our Encore Bingo Game! Do you think it was beginner's luck??? If you've never joined us on a Tuesday afternoon, drop by on the 19th and find out!!
Stop By the 50/50 Raffle Station To Help "Feed" The Treat Table At A $1/Ticket
Did we mention that 50% of the pot goes to the Treat Table while 50% goes to the Bingo player that has the lucky numbers......TRANSLATION....the more tickets you buy the bigger the pot!!
Did Someone Mention "Treat Table"?
Joanna has put out a call for a couple of Bingo volunteers to tend the Treat Table.....it's a small time commitment considering how much pleasure it brings!
Contact Joanna via email at rjhjth@gmail.com or in person at Tuesday Bingo.
There Will Also Be A Free Drawing For....
A Free Admission To Bingo Gift Certificate!.....just think...you could double your chances to win!!
And To Top It Off, A $25 Gift Card...
Still unknown at publishing time....Joanna says she likes to move the certificate around Town for variety as well as exposure....equal opportunity after all!
Bottom Line......
"Happiness Is Yelling Bingo"
and
You Can't Win If You Don't Play
as witnessed by
Eileen and Rhonda!
So mark your calendars for
Bingo Tuesday on
August 19th....
and
Let's Play Bingo!
Big Winner From August 5th...Guess How Many Winners We Had..
Corrine, Center In The Orange Top, Won The 50/50 At Last Tuesday's Bingo...And...A Watermelon For 2!
Her husband Tony, bottom left, won a Dauber Buck. There were 20 winners in 10 games of Bingo making a total of 24 winners for the afternoon....not bad odds!!
A Good Crowd Of 66 Attendees....A Decent Number For Summer Especially With Record-Breaking Heat!
The one plus of smaller crowds is the better your chance to win....the best incentive of all!
Joanna Cautions Bingo Attendees To Leave Their Calorie Counters At The Door...
There will be new and delicious treats available at the Treat Table sure to please every preference and taste....
But Most Important Is The Fun And Thrill Of Yelling Bingo!
Remember......
It's cool inside.....
There's prizes inside....
There's plenty of FUN inside....
So....
Let's Play Bingo.....
You Can't Win If You Don't Play!!
Winners From July 29th..What To Expect August 5th!
Suzi And Rudi Were The Big Winners Last Tuesday Bingo...
While Rudi took home the $200 coverall at Game #10, Suzi had the luckiest day with a $100 win on the first game, another game at $40 plus a Dauber Buck....she should have bought a lottery ticket!
The 50/50 Raffle #1 Will Split The Proceeds Between The TREAT TABLE And One Lucky Bingo Player
The Bingo regulars are well aware of how hungry the Treat Table can get....and how important "snacking" can be to one's Bingo game!....the lucky player doesn't mind the extra cash either!
50/50 #2 Will Feature A Free Admission Gift Certificate
Always nice to know you have one of these burning a hole in your pocket!
And The Always Popular....
.......Dauber Bucks!!
But most important is the fun and thrill of yelling Bingo!
But most important is the fun and thrill of yelling Bingo!
Remember......
It's cool inside.....
There's prizes inside....
There's plenty of FUN inside....
So....
Let's Play Bingo.....
You Can't Win If You Don't Play!!
Get Ready...Bingo Returns Tuesday, July 29th!
Joanna says, "It's Cool Inside...There's $$$ Inside...And There's Fun Inside...Please Join Us!
With the Bingo Team ready to meet, greet, welcome, smile and ready to serve you, what more could you ask for??.....and don't forget the Treat Table that's always stocked to satisfy both your sweet 'n salty tooth!
50/50 Raffle #1 Will Contribute To The Console Fundraiser Fund!
For just $5 you'll get 3 tickets with 50% going to the lucky player and 50% going to the Console Fundraising Fund...
50/50 Free Raffle With Paid Admission Includes Prizes Featuring...
A $25 Gift Card at Starbucks.....wouldn't an iced tea or cool iced coffee sound good about now?
And The Crowd Pleasing, Ever Popular....
What else.......Dauber Bucks!!
But most important is the fun you are sure to have sharing in the camaraderie, laughter and thrill of shouting "Bingo"!
And As We Poise To Enter The "Dog Days Of Summer"....
And As We Poise To Enter The "Dog Days Of Summer"....
Remember......
It's cool inside.....
There's prizes inside....
There's plenty of FUN inside....
So....
Let's Play Bingo.....
You Can't Win If You Don't Play!!
Joanna Reports That Last Week Was A Real ZOO!!
Due To Space Constraints And A Full Agenda, Joanna Reports That No One Had Time To Take Photos...
...In Lieu Of Pictures, Joanna Sent Along Some Comic Humor Instead!
...This Would Never Happen At Tuesday's Bingo!!
...I Hear They Have Very Motivational Number Callers!!
...Some Of Our Bingo Players Get Very Passionate!!
..There's Nothing Quite Like Calling Out Your First Bingo!!
And Last But Not Least....
And if you made it through all seven cartoons without groaning you get a gold star!
You have to give Joanna an "A" for effort for trying to keep the Bingo page entertaining!
Before Highlighting This Week's Features, Here's Last Weeks Big Winners!
Bonnie Belzil won the 50/50 and "Kristie", a first time player, won the PaPa Murphy's Gift Card, Two Bingo's, plus it was her Birthday!....definitely Kristie's lucky day!
Now For The July 15th's Highlights.....
Now For The July 15th's Highlights.....
To start with there will be some Dauber Bucks....always a crowd favorite!
There will also be a 50/50 Treat Fund Raffle at a $1 per ticket to "feed" the Treat Table, a free admission to a Bingo Gift Certificate and lots of fun, treats and "seats" in the BIG Bingo Ballroom with TWO displays!
If you are part of the existing Bingo Family, do a friend a favor and bring them to July 15th's Bingo....they just may get lucky like first timer Kristie!
And as always.....just remember....
YOU CAN'T WIN....
IF YOU DON'T PLAY!!
Joanna Reports That Last Week Was A ZOO!!
Joanna Will Again Don The B-day Hat...(Good Thing Somebody Will!)
Don't forget to stop by the 50/50 Raffle Table.....3 white tickets for $5. First prize will be 50% of the cash.....keep those ticket sales going and watch that 50% grow!
50/50 Second Prize....
The great 2nd prize is a "Grab & Go" Bingo Bag for daubers and personal items!
There's Also Going To Be A FREE RAFFLE!!
Each player will get 1 Free Red Ticket....1st award is a $25 Pizza Gift Card....2nd and 3rd prizes are Bingo Dauber Bucks!
As An Extra Bonus There Will Be Monitor Bingo....
But we're going to make you wait until July 8th for the game number and prize to be awarded!
And As An Extra, Extra Bonus...
Ice Cream sponsored by Spooner will be served between noon and 1:00pm!!
Be sure to swing by the Treat Table as well for some new and delicious TREATS......your donations are always appreciated!!
And After All Is Said And Done....
Please join us as we recycle our used Bingo papers.....a box will be provided....Thank You!!
Please join us on this special Bingo Tuesday....we're anxious to welcome everyone back as well as new folks who have heard of Bingo for the first time.....imagine that!
But remember.......you can't win if you don't play!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Console Dedication/Sponsorship Recognition At June 3rd Bingo
President Gail Pape's Recognition Of Fountain View Village's Contributions And Support Of Encore's Efforts To Enhance Our Senior Community...Especially The Bingo Program
"As president of Encore for More, I’m here to recognize the partnership and support that FVV has provided to Encore over the past decade.
In addition to FVV providing monthly blood pressure checks, they support our social activities like weekly Bingo and our other programs New Adventures Day Trips and Speaker Series program here at the community center.
FVV has also hosted activities for Encore, including our recent cooking classes and who can forget during Covid when they hosted a bingo luncheon for Encore.
When FVV found out we needed a new bingo console, they immediately stepped up to help Encore with a large donation.
On behalf of Encore for More it gives me the honor to officially recognize our long-term partnership with FVV becoming a Platinum Sponsor and look forward to our continuing partnership."
Featured in the photo above from left to right: Joanna Hernan, Encore Board Member/Bingo Coordinator; Linda Kuhn, FVV Director of Sales & Marketing; Gail Pape, Encore President; Michele Williamson, FVV Event Coordinator.
President Gail Makes Introductions And Opening Remarks
Gail introduced Linda Kuhn and Michelle Williamson from Fountain View Village as well as Encore Vice President Debbie Skehen and Board Member/Speaker's Bureau Coordinator Mary Burritt who were also present for the momentous occasion. It really was a "big deal day" at Bingo Tuesday!!
Our New State Of The Art Console Dedicated!
No one is enjoying the new console more than Mark Dalton, one of our Bingo callers that can actually use all the bells, whistles and technical capabilities available on this console. Since the Bingo Program began, the Team made due with used, refurbed equipment that was nursed along over the years.....thank you Fountain View Village for helping us get this new equipment!!!
Bingo Volunteers Ready to Welcome Players & Visitors for the Big Day!
From left to right are Bingo Team Members Suzi, Carol, Jan, Carol and Angie. The new state of the art Bingo Console ensures that the Bingo Program will be able to continue bringing entertainment, laughs, camaraderie, prizes and more every Tuesday afternoon. The Bingo Volunteers play an integral part of this successful program as well......as important as the console!!
Bingo Volunteer Betty Sold the 50/50 Console Fundraiser Raffle Tickets
The Bingo 50/50 raffles every week contribute to very important causes on the "house" side including the new console and what else.....the Treat Table.....now that's important!!
Barry Dunne was the lucky winner of the June 3rd raffle....congrats Barry!
Fountain View Village Provided an Information Table
Linda Kuhn, Director of Sales and Marketing from Fountain View was available to provide information and answer questions regarding the services and amenities of her full service facility that so enhances our community.
Encore Board Members Attended To Join the Celebration
Board Member Mary Burritt, Coordinator of the popular Speaker Bureau Program (left) and Vice President Debbie Skehen were on hand to celebrate this important day for Bingo. Encore for More is lucky to have Board Members that are so committed to the goals and vision of Encore, many of them are the hands on coordinators of our successful programs and special activities.
Those On Hand To Celebrate Weren't Limited To The Two Legged Variety!
Emma the Service Pup joined Sylvia and her daughter.....Bingo has a bigger audience than we thought!......maybe Emma could become Bingo's mascot!
And The Winners On Player Appreciation Day May 13th Were....
Visitor Won the 50/50!
Seated in this photo is Joan, one of our steadfast Bingo volunteers, and Kim, her daughter who was visiting. Kim played Bingo and was the lucky winner of the 50/50......maybe she'll extend her stay just to return to next Tuesday's Bingo!
Hard Working Volunteer Won The Bingo Bag!!
Here's our Bingo Volunteer Carol who you will recognize as the "50/50 Raffle Ticket Lady"......she proudly displays the Grab & Go Bingo Bag that she won. The bag certainly went to person that is a Bingo regular!!......way to go Carol!!
We Love Our Loyal Players!!
And checking in with Joan is one of our regular players, Bonnie, who attends Bingo every week. She is a great supporter of the program and she is much appreciated.....thank you Bonnie!!
Coming To A Bingo Game Near You!!
COMING THIS SUMMER TO BINGO...
"BINGO BUCKS"......
STAY TUNED!!!
Just because other Encore programs slow down for the summer doesn't mean the Bingo Team is slowing down in the "fresh and fun" idea department.....you never know what Joanna and the Bingo Team will have in store for you each week!
So please join us for Bingo Tuesday on May 20th and bring a first time friend....you'll double your pleasure by watching the fun they have!
REMEMBER......You can't win if you don't play......
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Check Out Highlights On Player Appreciation Day May 13th!
Player Appreciation Day Starts At The Door!
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....
Super Second Prize!!
.......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!!