Hello All,

We are happy to report again that our Black History Month Celebration was successful. It took a lot of work in planning, but the reviews are still coming in from our members and other attendees. It appears that the showing of three great films and the final event ending the celebration were all well received. That's so encouraging.

Now we move forward with the planning of future events:

• "Membership meeting - Our next membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 9th in the Liberty Center. We have invited Annie Walters of the Social Security Administration (SSA) who will give a virtual 45-minute overview of Social Security 101 and allow plenty of time for Q&A. If you're interested in learning what's new at Social Security this will be a good time for you to ask your questions and get some answers. Socializing begins at 2:30 with wine and cheese, a SSA overview at 3:15 and, the membership meeting to follow. Yes, this changes the manner in which we hold our meetings, but we have to fit in where we can get in. With the cutbacks and layoffs affecting SSA this is the best they could offer.  If you have concerns about the future of Social Security, you will want to attend.
• "Friendship Bowl". This event is open to anyone wanting to enjoy an afternoon of fun - sprinkled with a little bit of exercise. The cost is $28 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, 2 large one-topping pizzas and 2 pitchers of soda or domestic beer. Sign up by depositing your check ($28) made payable to Sun City Anthem (or leave the payable line blank we have a stamp) and indicate AAHC in the FOR line of the check. Drop it in the AAHC mailbox located in the Fitness Center. This fun event is April 22nd at 3:00 p.m. Sunset Station Casino - Strike Zone. Deadline to sign up is April 14th. No bowling experience necessary. Just a happy attitude and a good sense of humor. Feel free to invite a friend or two, even bring your check to the meeting. We'll be happy to take it (smile).
• "Picnic in the Park" - Yep! We had such a wonderful time last year that we’re doing it again. Get ready to enjoy some fun in the sun or under the shade trees. This is a BYOB event - bring your tables, chairs, baskets, sit and enjoy the laughs, the jokes and just shoot the breeze with some good old conversation. AAHC will provide a variety of desserts. Early May is the perfect time to take pleasure in the outdoors. Come and let the gentle breezes embrace your spirit. Invite a friend or two. Save the date: Friday, May 9th, 12noon-5pm at Anthem Hills Park 2256 Reunion Dr, Henderson, NV 89052-5558.
• "White Party" - June event. Let's shake things up with a new twist on the meaning of the word, "party". Hear all about it. We have some ideas that just might tickle your fancy.  And, as always, your feedback is welcome. 

See you on the 9th. Bring your contagious smiles and sunny dispositions. 

MUAH!