Sunrise Bay Activities

Michelle Jeskie

Sunrise Bay offers many activities and committees that help residents stay active, connected, and engaged in the community.

New members are always welcome, and your participation is encouraged.

Unless otherwise noted, all activities are free, held in the clubhouse, and open to all residents.

Meeting notices are usually posted in the Breeze, website and/or emailed from Sunrisebayleh.com. Contact names are listed below; phone numbers are in the resident directory, with copies available in the office.

Community Committees and Communications

Activities Committee: Plans and runs community events, including dances, trivia nights, charity events, and other gatherings. Meeting dates are announced by email or posted on the clubhouse board. Contacts: Cheryl Mitchell, Theresa Davis, Linda Coe.

Breeze Publication: The “Editor of the Month” leads the monthly meeting, collects articles, and guides each issue through publication. Staff members contribute articles and review the monthly draft. Meetings are held on the first Friday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Contact: Walter Geldart/Jim Hughes.

Website: Visit Sunrisebayleh.com and select a topic to find community information. Contact: Jim Hughes/Walter Geldart.

Fitness and Recreation

Walking Aerobics: Participants follow a guided walking and exercise video. Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m.

Line Dancing: Group dancing to a variety of country music selections. Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Contact: Carol Ischen.

Zumba: Senior-friendly dance exercise set to music. Meets Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Cost: $10 per month. Contact: Kathy McDonnell.

Billiards: Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the clubhouse billiards room. Joe Farrante.

Clubs, Games, and Performing Arts

Book Club: Reads and discusses a variety of books selected by the club. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Contact: Joan Dale.

Bunco: Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.; contact Roberta Okum for information. Also meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.; contact Coleen Asplint or Roberta Okum for information.

SRB Singers: A Sunrise Bay resident chorus that perform several times a year at community events, including the Holiday Singalong. Residents who sing or play instruments are welcome. Contact: Tom McDonald.

SRB Players: Rehearses and performs occasional slapstick skits for the community. The group is currently inactive and may consider other formats in the future. Contacts: Walter and Sue Geldart.

Mah Jong: Meets Wednesday from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. and Thursday evenings; contact Roberta Okum or Norma Mooney. On Thursday at 1:00 p.m. group is also available; contact Theresa Serao or Roberta Okum for information.

Outdoor Amenities and Sports

Outdoor Sports: Bocce, shuffleboard, and horseshoes are available on the courts. Signup sheets for fall and spring teams and substitutes will be posted in the clubhouse. Pickleball depends on the weather; ask Sigi to add you to the list. All sports are open to residents when courts are available. Contacts: Sigi Anderson, Theresa Davis.

Swimming Pool: Typically, open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Contact: Scott Davis

Community Committees

Architectural Committee: Reviews applications for structural home changes and exterior work to ensure compliance with community bylaws. Contact: Joe Ferrante.