Arizona Events
The Site Coordinators:
Nancy Baldenegro, email cnbaldenegro1@cox.net
Ninette Vaz, email nvaz2life@gmail.com; cell 602-284-5954
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VOLUNTEERING:
If you would like to submit a volunteering idea or coordinate an activity, contact Renee Levin at IntelAZRetirees@gmail.com.
Reconnect, Give Back & Have Some Fun!
After the long, hot summer, are you looking for a chance to catch up with former Intel colleagues, meet new friends, have some fun—and make a difference in our community all at the same time?
Two wonderful community organizations would love the support of our amazing Intel AZ retirees. You can select the organization, activity and day that works best for you and, of course, you’re encouraged to bring friends and family with you and sign up for multiple events if you’re able!
Community organizations:
United Food Bank in Mesa and ICAN in Chandler
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Volunteering Activity #1 – United Food Bank
Choose a date:
• Tuesday, October 20
• Thursday, October 29
9:00–11:00 a.m.
United Food Bank
358 E. Javelina Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210
We’ll be helping build emergency food boxes for our neighbors in need, packing nonperishable items such as beans, rice and pasta. The work involves a moderate amount of walking and lifting bags that can weigh approximately 10–13 pounds.
Prefer something a little less active? No problem!Stationary volunteer jobs will also be available that don’t require walking or heavy lifting.
And because every good IRO gathering deserves a chance to continue the conversation, we’ll plan a self-funded lunch afterward. We’ll announce the location as we get closer to the event.
Guests are welcome! Bring a former Intel colleague, friend or family member and make a morning of it.
To join us, please email Renee at intelazretirees@gmail.com and let her know which date works best for you and your guest’s name.
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Volunteering Activity #2 – ICAN
Choose a date/time:
• Wednesday, October 21 3:30-5:00pm, ICAN Hartford
• Tuesday, October 27 3:30-5:00pm ICAN Galveston
– Wednesday, October 28 5:00-8:00pm ICAN Main
For each of these ICAN Halloween events, we need a small team of 4-6 volunteers to host a table/ or trunk, interact with youth and handout treats or trinkets. Decorate the table or trunk and provide an optional youth activity or simple game. The start time includes time for set up. Request Candy/ treat/ trinket donations for 60 youth at Hartford, 60 at Galveston and 150 youth at Main. Costumes always welcome and of course sporting an Intel Tshirt is also an Option!
Please email or text Ninette if interested in contributing and/or joining in on the fun at nvaz2life@gmail.com or (602) 284-5954. Also, if you want to learn more about ICAN’s mission to provide free, out of school high-quality programs for youth in the East Valley.
HIKING:
Want to enjoy fresh air and sunshine while hiking with your Intel cohorts? Join the IRO AZ Hiking Group. Please let me know if you are interested or if you have any questions. You can contact me via email Ninette Vaz and/or Imelda Castro. I hope to see you all
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PICKLEBALL:
Let’s Play Pickleball! Ten years ago, pickleball was the fastest growing sport for folks over 55. Since then, it’s grown in popularity and now you see youngsters and families joining those of us over 55 on pickleball courts everywhere. It’s a great sport for everyone, and the social aspects contribute to healthy aging (something I’m spending more time thinking about these days!)
We’re kicking off a Pickleball group for IRO (great idea Ninette!!). I highly recommend that if you haven’t played pickleball before (and even if you have), you should sign up for some introductory classes to get the basics. I have found that a lot of my friends play tennis on a pickleball court, and if you do that, you’re missing the point of the game!
If you’re interested in lessons and / or playing, please send me an email to Arturo Urias
Partners and friends are welcome to join us! And feel free to email me with any questions.
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Read the articles that highlight our past annual dinners and see pictures from other IRO site events.