Volunteers are key to any successful program and Bingo volunteers are among the best, consistently serving with smiles every single Tuesday. Meet Mark, Suzi, Joan, Carol, Betty, Joanna, Jan, Jeanne, Carol, Dennis, Marta and Angie featured above.
Come early to get a good seat....we love extra time to get to know you or catch up on your week!
Bingo Sales begin at 11:30 am and close at 1:00 pm
Minimum Admission is only $7.00 for two hours of fun!
Daubers are available for $1.00 or you can bring your own.....which you'll have if you buy your own!
Must be 18 years
or older to play.
Remember!
Free Blood Pressure Checks Are Back at Bingo!!
DON'T FORGET.....
Continue scrolling down the page to see upcoming Bingo news and fun photos from Bingo's past...you might even catch your smiling face captured by our candid camera "die Dame" Marta Ludwig!
Bingo has become one of Encore's most successful and consistently attended programs. Much of this can be attributed to the dedicated team of volunteers led by Encore Board member Joanna Hernan. Bingo is held every Tuesday at the Fountain Hills Community Center. Bingo card sales begin at 11:30 am and close at 1:00 pm. Minimum admission is only $7.00 for two hours of fun. Daubers are available for $1.00 or you can bring your own.
Caller and Volunteer Marta (right) called the winning number at 35 and broke a record for the lowest number to win a Progressive!! The next winner could be YOU.....just join us on this Tuesday!!
The new Progressive will be at Game #4 this week and will be the "Layer Cake".....sounds good enough to eat!!
Rumor has it there will also be a Free Admission Raffle to Bingo on September 3rd for Tuesday the 10th so put a big red circle on your calendar and a string on your finger to get down to the Community Center for Bingo Tuesday!!...
Win or not, Bingo Players are ALL winners!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
You just never know what to expect at Bingo.....except that you are assured a good time with plenty of smiles, camaraderie, food, fun, chances to win cash and other prizes all served up by the best volunteers in town!!
As the summer comes to a close, expect a Free Admission Gift Certificate prize on August 20th and another 50/50 raffle on August 27th for some extra CASH! And who knows.....rumor has it there may be some delish Mini Cupcakes on the 27th as well.
So don't forget to mark the next two Tuesdays, August 20th and 27th, as Bingo Days, also referred to as "Happy Days" because that's what you'll be.....
win or not, Bingo Players are ALL winners!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Pictured with her daughter, right, Stephannie won a free trip to Bingo on the 13th just in time to enjoy "PLAYER APPRECIATION DAY"! For a minimal fee of $7, you can join Stephannie and the Bingo Team for 10 games of Bingo fun, an **Admission Pack Special and treats including cooling, refreshing ice cream all in a the comforts of a climate controlled cool room!
**ADMISSION PACK SPECIAL
Buy the "1st" 6 or 9 pack at regular price then buy an additional
6 Pack for only $3!!
(Limit one per player)
Happy Player Appreciation Day!!
Left to right: Winners Sylvia, Annetta, Progressive Consolation Prize Winner, and Joan, $5 Good Neighbor Prize, happily attest that winning at Bingo is indeed fun! Joanna reported that players were chatting, laughing and greeting each other as some winter visitors have already returned.....they must have really missed Bingo!
More highlights for "PLAYER APPRECIATION DAY" include cash prizes, a 50/50 raffle and a $200 cash prize at Game #10!
So come to the Community Center on August 13th and get celebrated at BINGO PLAYER APPRECIATION DAY.
Sales start at 11:30 am, close at 1:00 pm and play starts at 1:30 pm. Bring an 18+ year old friend and come early for the best seats!
REMEMBER
YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY!!
Joanna and the Bingo Team have sent out a special message to all players attending Bingo this week.....
a GAME #10 COVERALL WITH WILD NUMBER 6!
Look for a New Progressive Jackpot at Game #4, "THE BOW TIE"
and
a Free Admission Gift Certificate Raffle for a one time free admission to Bingo on Tuesday, August 13th with a value of $7.00 in bingo cash!
And of course you can always count on the smiles & laughter, friendship, food, fun,
surprises and ???!
And as always......remember.....
YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY!!
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday!
While surviving the challenge of going without Bingo for two weeks in July, Bingo returns July 30th with a BLAST to chase away those Bingo Blues with a 50/50 Raffle including a first prize 50/50, second prize gift certificate and third prize Bingo Dauber Bag! But that's just the beginning! Look for a Game #4 - The Progressive - The Cactus - $100 in 40 #'s or less! You never know what other surprises the Bingo Team has in store to provide fun, food and an afternoon of entertainment, service and smiles!
Crowd pleaser Marta (left) will be calling the numbers and look for a "special guest" at the treat table.
And as always......remember.....
YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY!!
Looking forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday!
Joanna and Company are back and ready to welcome Bingo players one and all to July Bingo with sizzling summer surprises and plenty of frivolity, friendship and fun!
For all our newcomers, ticket sales start at 11:30 am with play starting promptly at 1:30 pm.....come early for the best seats.
Since the Community Center was closed on the first Tuesday, will July Birthdays be celebrated this coming Tuesday??.....you'll have to come to find out!
.......AND don't forget.....July is "secret word" month!
(HINT......check June 25th's post for the secret word if you forgot!)
Looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday and remember.....
YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY.....
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Get ready for another great day of Bingo fun featuring a Free Raffle including a $25 Target Gift Card, Free Admission to Bingo with a chocolate Bingo treat donated and created by our own Jan McNally. Throw in some light up pens to some lucky winners donated by Colony Drive Mini Storage, and a fun surprise that's sure to add some levity to the afternoon. If that wasn't enough, at Game #10, to really celebrate National Bingo Day, there will be.......get ready for it...
a $200 Coverall.....Bingo that!!!
Special Announcement
There will be NO BINGO on July 2nd since the Community Center will be closed for maintenance.
If you're not on the email list to receiver reminders on Bingo and other Encore programs, just see any Bingo volunteer to sign up.
See you back for more Bingo on Tuesday, July 9th that will kick off "secret word" month.....say the secret word SPADE and get a free dauber of your choice!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Bingo Trivia
Did you know that Bingo has been recognized as not only a great pastime, but also a great way to sharpen memory and thinking skills as well? Next time I forget where I left my keys, I'm going to remember to mark my calendar for the next Bingo Tuesday!
The one good thing about the summer solstice is that the blazing sun bringing us record heat starts setting a bit sooner each day!
And Joanna promises that the only heat Bingo players will be feeling on Tuesday is that generated by the exciting games being called inside the cool Bingo room accompanied by a 50/50 raffle, a special free raffle, delicious Mini Chocolate Bars at intermission and door prizes including a Bingo Dauber Bag! There was a rumor going around that she was trying to get the volunteers to don their best beachwear attire to officially welcome summer....but....although they are all involved and committed, that may be above and beyond even for them!
The Bingo Team has some special surprises in store for June 25th to celebrate National Bingo Day that falls on June 27th.....the Bingo Team always finds reasons to celebrate......more on that in next week's reminder so stay tuned. If you're not on the email list to receiver reminders on Bingo and other Encore programs, just see any Bingo volunteer to sign up.
See you Tuesday......bring a new friend, get a free dauber and
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
Bingo Trivia
Did you know that Bingo can be traced back to 1530 Italy where it was a lottery called "Lo Giuoco del Lotto D'Italia" and is still played every Saturday to this day? Introduced in France in the late 1770's it was called "Le Lotto" played by the wealthy. The Germans started their own version in the 1800's but used it as a child's game to help students learn math, spelling and history.
79 players enjoyed Bingo on the 11th which was 31 more than last year and great for the summer.....thanks to all our regular players who are introducing new people to the most fun place to spend Tuesday afternoons!
Highlights included a free admission to Bingo Raffle, $25 Gift Card to Target, new players, some visitors, ice cream at intermission and Game #1 and Game #10 a $100 coverall plus a $50 Second Chance.
If you weren't there, mark your calendar so you don't miss another day of Bingo!
Even though summer is upon us and our winter visitors have left us for cooler temperatures, 67 players still enjoyed Bingo Tuesday on June 4th. It kicked off the "Bring A Friend And Win" promotion....simply bring a new, first time player to Bingo and automatically win a free dauber throughout the month of June!
Next, the Progressive Jackpot was WON!
And the 50/50 raffle continued to help "feed" the Treat Table which makes everyone happy!
Bingo remains the place to be on Tuesdays......remember.......
You Can't Win If You Don't Play!!
Carol greeted the players not only wearing red, white and blue, the 50/50 table was the epitome of patriotic decor as well.
Memorial Day and Troop Remembrance were clearly on display at the Treat Table as well including a thoughtfully created collage of items portraying what Memorial Day is all about.
Bingo Volunteers Jan, Suzi, Carol and Betty brought the colors to the Bingo board...
While Betty, Angie and Joan manned the Beverage table.
Caller Marta decorated the Caller table wearing a patriotic top joined by a vase full of flags......
And that we are the home of the free because of the brave.
A memorable Memorial Day to all from the Bingo Team....
Coming Tuesday, May 28th...
the Progressive "ZOO" jackpot will be $130 in 43 numbers or less plus a $100 cash prize at Game #10! Winners will receive free pens from Colony Drive Mini Storage as well.
Let's Play Bingo!!
As winter visitors return to cooler climes, Joanna and her Bingo Volunteers are planning special and "lucrative" surprises for their stalwart players who remain in the desert and brave the heat of the summer sun! They have chosen this Tuesday, May 7th to kick off the summer fun with a bang by recognizing all the special mothers in attendance with a $200 coverall, a $25 Gift Card, a 50/50, and a free admission Gift Certificate. Add to that Diamond Art donated and created by regular player Terry Sexton topped off with savory ice cream at intermission!
Don't worry dads....your turn comes on June 11th starting with a $200 coverall as well....more on that at a later date.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Don't forget that Bingo's own favorite caller Dennis Crump will be the featured speaker at Encore's Speakers Bureau on Wednesday, May 15th at 1:00 pm. For more details click here.
See you Tuesday......bring a friend and
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
76 players enjoyed in the fun but many reported that they were leaving for cooler climes at the end of the week. Some showed their appreciation by leaving behind gift certificates and treats for the treat table to be used at future Bingos and even donations for the Home Delivered Meals Program. Bingo players, both year round and part time are the best!
Bingo Volunteers.....the best in the west....were treated to a "lite bite" lunch before sales commenced at 11:30 am. They were also introduced to the Bingo players and officially thanked for their excellent service and commitment to the Bingo Program. It's coordinator Joanna and these volunteers that make this amazing and crowd pleasing program so successful as was evidenced by all the applause and whistles they received from the players. Luckily this great photo was captured that day, providing a perfect update for the Bingo Home Page!
If you're a year round resident or brave summer visitor, please consider joining us every Tuesday for Bingo.....you won't be disappointed!
Let's Play Bingo!!
Totally styling in colorful bunny ears ready to wish players a Happy Easter pictured left to right above are:
Betty, Jan, Suzi, Mark, Carol, Joan and lead bunny Joanna who reported that 72 players attended Easter Bingo.
Some players joined the volunteers by donning rabbit ears while hunting for eggs under their table tops and splurging on cupcakes at intermission.
Two of Bingo's volunteers missing from the group photo were Angie (standing) and Jeanne (sitting). Early reports indicate they may have been looking for candid camera volunteer Marta who was tracking the Easter Bunny rumored to be on site somewhere in the Community Center.
As a local realtor holding the designation of Senior Real Estate Specialist, Jill is uniquely qualified to serve both senior and veteran communities. She informed the group about the upcoming "Retirements Next Step Workshop" as well as supplying more Easter Treats.......you can never have too many!
One of Mark's many other services he provides in the community is the current President of the Fountain Hills Civic and Cultural Association also known as I Love Fountain Hills. He told the group about the upcoming annual meeting of one of Fountain Hills' oldest organizations dating back to 1979 and its participation in the upcoming three day Flutter At The Fountain event. He provided colorful brochures outlining all the activities and opportunities to be included in the fun, festive and celebratory event.
Before Pronto Bingo began, Joanna reminded her posse of their primary purpose to serve, smile and set the stage for fun, food, and friendship while rounding up the best Bingo Players west of the ole "Mississipp"!
Ready to jump into action are, left to right: Joan, Jan, Suzi (sitting), and Jeanne, Carol, Betty, Angie, Joanna (standing).
And look what they found.....
And the lucky winners were.......drum roll.... Cheryl and Kathleen!
Featured winners flaunting their bounty left to right:
Jerrie, Betty, Angie, Sylvia and Darlene
Pronto was pronounced a success in producing winners and plenty of smiles!
Left to right:
Mick who won the $250 Jackpot
Pat, Melissa, MJ, Amber, Vicki and Darlene who won two games!
The deputies took a load off, caught their breath, and spoke their closing words.....
REMEMBER!
YOU CAN'T WIN IF YOU DON'T PLAY!!
LET'S PLAY BINGO!!
(Next week that is...)
Bingo Callers Dennis and Marta eager to get the "balls" rolling!
Carol, Dennis and Geri smile for the candid camera with cards poised and ready to win.....
Dennis welcomes regular Jerry Dawson whose collection of themed T-shirts never disappoint!
Susie, Marta, Dennis and Bonnie proudly model their green for the candid camera....but wait.....the candid camera "die Dame" is in the photo....Marta is indeed a talented lady!
It appears that Dennis has assumed the role of Lead Leprechaun as he poses with yet another lass, Regina....
Therese, Betty and Edith are ready for a bit of the green!
Annetta and Sylvia hope that the Lead Leprechaun will bring them a bit of luck....and I think he's enjoying his job!
Dennis and Carolyn just hangin' out...
Volunteers Dennis and Jan stand ready to fill any need to make Bingo the best place to spend Tuesday afternoons!
Callers Marta and Dennis relaxed and ready to call it a day after serving up another fun filled afternoon of Bingo...
Volunteer Carol Prinzen had an especially fun time when she won the raffle.......not only does the raffle benefit the winner, it benefits all players by helping to stock the treat table!
Happily holding up their "Bingo Bucks" these smiling faces remind everyone that you can't win if you don't play.....so, wait for it........LET'S PLAY BINGO!
Jerry Dawson proudly displays his lucky Bingo shirt for Marta's candid camera.....
Following today's Bingo, Joanna reported that she and her team are energized and planning for more Bingo fun and great cash prizes down the road including a bit of the Irish on March 12th, a special "Pronto" Bingo on March 20th (see flyer below), and of course a special Easter Bingo with lots of cash prizes and more!
Joanna added that their players are still leaving with smiles on their faces and parting comments of "see you next week"! Her Team remains committed to keeping Bingo's mission of "Greet, Smile and Serve" a part of all they do.