2026 Cancelled
7.19.2026 Due to an unanticipated knee surgery complication for Bob, Sylvia has resigned from directing Spark 2026. Rehearsals and Performances have been cancelled. Please join us in sending them your care, support, and hopes for strength and a smooth recovery in the days ahead.
Community Outreach Opportunity
What is Summer Spark?
An abbreviated summer singing opportunity for existing Westernaires members.
Approximately one month of rehearsals, followed by ~30 min performances at several assisted living and retirement centers.​
Rehearsals start Monday, July 27 @ 1pm. See the CALENDAR in July / August for Details.
Performing space is limited in facilities, Spark Director Sylvia may ask the Sparks to preform as one or two groups depending on the number of singers.
Rehearsals
Location: Stardust Back 40
​​Chairs Provided for All Rehearsals
Duration: 90 minutes with break. ​
Mon. July 27 @ 1:00pm (cancelled)
Thurs. July 30 @ 8:30am(cancelled)
Mon. Aug 03 @ 1:00pm(cancelled)
Thurs. Aug 06 @ 8:30am(cancelled)
Mon. Aug 10 @ 1:00pm(cancelled)
Thurs. Aug 13 @ 8:30am(cancelled)
Mon. Aug 17 @ 1:00pm(cancelled)
Thur. Aug 20 @ 8:30am(cancelled)
Performance
Need to sit? Please bring a chair.
Aug 21st - 2 Performances
Aug 24th - 2 Performances
Aug 25th - 1 Performance
Rehearsal Tracks
Costumes
Casual. No shorts.
Solid color shirts.
Confirm details with Sylvia
PR Info
Performance Dates
39 singing members signed up for Spark 2026—wow, what an amazing group of members!
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Here's the confirmed plan as of 06/25/2026. Please bring a folding chair if you would like to sit during the 30 minute performances. Thank you! ​
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Two Performances 08/21:
Brookdale Camino Del Sol
Friday 08.21.26 @ 10:30am (7.19.26 cancelled)
14001 W Meeker SCW
Note: 10 chairs provided
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Brookdale Trail Ridge
Friday 08.21.26 @ 1pm (7.19.26 cancelled)
21739 N 151st SCW
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08.21 Optional Spark Lunch Between Performances:
Bella Vista 22135 N Mission Dr (In Corta Bella)
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Two Performances 08/24:
The Legacy @ Heritage
Monday, 08.24.26 @ 10:00am (7.19.26 cancelled)
13813 W Woodside Dr SCW
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The Park at Surprise
Monday 08.24.26 @ 1pm (7.19.26 cancelled)
14630 W Parkwood Dr Surprise
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08.24 Optional Spark Lunch Between Performances:
Village Inn * 14539 W Grand Surprise
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One Performance 08/25:
Fellowship Square
Tuesday, 08.25.26 @ 1pm (7.19.26 cancelled)
16477 W Bell Ave Surprise
Parking: Sam's Club, Goodwill and carpool advised.
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08.25 Lunch before performance: Participants to decide
Dennys 16487 W Bell Rd Surprise
Happy Trails 17200 W Bell Rd Surprise or
Sun Village 17300 Sun Village Parkway, Surprise