{"id":23,"date":"2019-08-15T23:39:11","date_gmt":"2019-08-15T23:39:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chapters.theprimetimersww.com\/PHOENXAZ\/?page_id=23"},"modified":"2026-08-17T22:23:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T05:23:03","slug":"welcome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chapters.theprimetimersww.com\/phoenix\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Who We Are<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>

Prime Timers of Phoenix (PTOP) was founded in 1993 as a group for older gay\/bisexual men and their admirers (over 21) to enrich their social lives, engage in diverse activities, and enjoy opportunities in the Phoenix area.<\/span><\/h4>

PTOP is a member chapter of Prime Timers Worldwide<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span>.\u00a0 We welcome members visiting from other chapters.<\/span><\/h4>

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Monthly Activities<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>

PTOP monthly meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the 3rd<\/sup> Thursday of each month (except December.)\u00a0 <\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>

We gather in the Life Center – near the restaurant of the Beatitudes Campus<\/strong> located at:<\/span> 1610 W. Glendale Avenue, Phoenix 85021<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h4>

Doors open at 6:30 PM.\u00a0 Come join us!\u00a0 No RSVP is needed.<\/span><\/h4>

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Contact Us<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>

Email us if you want more information about PTOP, want to attend an event, or confirming an RSVP.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>

\"\"<\/strong><\/em><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span> Prime<\/span> Timers of Phoenix<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/a><\/h4>

\"\"<\/span>401 E. Paradise Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85022<\/em><\/h4>

\"\"\u00a0\u00a0 Prime Timers of Phoenix Facebook page<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>

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Want to Join Right Now?<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>

Online Process:<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>

For new members and renewing members who need to update their roster information go to online application and payment.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h4>

For renewals only<\/strong>, you Do Not<\/strong> need to complete the application form. Just go to payment section<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span>\u00a0to pay your renewal dues.<\/span><\/h4>

In-person or USPS Mail:<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>

If you prefer, you can still print a PDF copy of our application<\/strong><\/em><\/span>.<\/a> \u00a0Once completed, sign it, and bring it to one of our events along with a check or cash for your membership dues. You may also mail this completed application to PTOP with your check.<\/span><\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Upcoming Events are listed below but only 10. If you want to see more click on 'CALENDAR' and click on the event for details.<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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11:00 AM Wednesday – Stitchin N’ Bitchin at Dan R.’s Residence<\/a><\/h2>

RSVP to Dan R. via email at riffeld1944@gmail.com<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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4:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday – Prime Timers Event At Charlie’s<\/a><\/h2>

PRIME TIMERS EVENT\u00a0AT CHARLIE\u2019S\u00a0THURSDAY 4:00 \u2013 7:00pm Charlie\u2019s of Phoenix would like to host Prime Timers of Phoenix for a recurring event.\u00a0 There will be 2 for 1 drink prices,...<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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Charlie’s<\/a>,\n\n727 W. Camelback Rd.,<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t
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6:00 PM Monday – Arriba Mexican Grill Happy Hour \/ Dinner<\/a><\/h2>

RSVP to John R. via email activitiesdirectorptop@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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Arriba Mexican Grill<\/a>,\n\n1812 E. Camelback Rd.<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t
\n\t\tPhoenix<\/span>,<\/span>\n\n\tAZ<\/abbr>\n\n\t85016<\/span>\n\n\tUnited States<\/span>\n\n<\/span>\n<\/div>+ Google Map<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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11:00 AM Wednesday – Central Diners at The Coffee Builders<\/a><\/h2>

\u00a0THE COFFEE Builders Coffee Experience and Lunch Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 11:00am The COFFEE Builders pride themselves in making not just great beverages, but also great experiences. With knowledgeable...<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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6:00 PM Wednesday – Rummikub Game Night in Ahwatukee (Limit of 8 members)<\/a><\/h2>

You are invited to the home of Frank K. in Ahwatukee, on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening playing Rummikub, a tile-based game where players aim to...<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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6:00 PM Thursday – East Side Diners at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse<\/a><\/h2>

RSVP to Drew A. or Mark C. via email eastdinersrsvp@phoenixprimetimers.com\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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BJ ‘s Brewhouse<\/a>,\n\n7151 W. Ray Rd.<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t
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10:00 AM Friday – PTOP Board Meeting in the Board Room next to the Life Center at the Beatitudes Campus<\/a><\/h2>

Everyone is welcome!  <\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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Beatitudes Campus – in the Life Center at the Beatitudes Campus.<\/a>,\n\n1610 West Glendale Avenue<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t
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5:00 PM Friday – This event is sponsored by the LGBT+ Club in Sun City.<\/a><\/h2>

This event is sponsored\u00a0by the LGBT+ Club in Sun City. You do not have to be a resident of Sun City or have a RCSC card to attend.This event is...<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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12:00 PM Saturday – Titanic Experience<\/a><\/h2>

Titanic Experience\u00a0\u00a0 Saturday, September 12th @ 12:00 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a04301 N. Scottsdale RD # 150, Scottsdale Rd, AZ 85251\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tickets\u2026$27.90 for Seniors (65+) Military, or Disabled, $31.90 for adults. * This a...<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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Titanic Experience<\/a>,\n\n4301 N. Scottsdale Rd. #150<\/span>\n\t\n\t\t
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5:00 PM Thursday – Central Diners at Olive Garden – RSVP by September 14th<\/a><\/h2>

RSVP to John R. by September 14th via email activitiesdirectorptop@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<\/div>Find out more<\/a><\/div>

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