Life@Brio March 2023

LIFE @ BRIO

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Lifestyle Update

Tara Holm Lifestyle Director Laurette Johnston Community Manager

If you have ever had the chance to live in Alaska, once you have survived the winter solstice you will noticed the days getting longer and be ever so grateful, I thought it was heaven with the scenery when we first arrived and wonder why everyone did not storm Alaska. Then March arrives and you realized you have four more months until Spring! You gear up each year and realize each year has five quarters and not four!

In ST. George it is spring- we see buds on the trees, we prune our rose bushes and plant our peas. The days get longer and so much warmer again and the sunshine is unbeatable! We plan for everyone’s spring break, start booking stays for families and put the space heaters away. Spring has Sprung what are you plans?

I would like to introduce Alex Burton, our new Administrative Assistant. She works twenty-five hours at the front desk and has been helpful in getting us organized.

HI! My name is Alex and I am the new administrative assistant at the Brio Clubhouse! I have lived in St George for 5 years to go to school at Utah Tech University, I will graduate in the spring with a BS in Integrated Studies with emphases in Sociology and Humanities. I love St. George because it is close to all my favorite things. I love hiking at Zion National Park, paddleboarding at Quail Creek and boating. Swimming, and cliff jumping at Sand Hollow, and I have been loving getting back into roller skating at the Rinq. I also love to do indoor hobbies as well, such as crocheting, reading, and baking, however I do like to crochet and read while hammocking. My favorite place on earth is Disneyland, and my favorite ride there is the Haunted Mansion, we go there every year for my birthday in October. My family is super close, and we all love going on adventures in our side by side. We have a golden doodle puppy named Dewey who just turned 6 months old, if you see me at the desk and ask, I’ll be happy to show you a picture of him. I am looking forward to working with everyone here at Brio.

Tara Holm Lifestyle Director

Let’s look at this month’s events!

March 3, All Day- National I want to Make you Happy day!

What does it take to make the people directly in your life happy? Do you know if it can be as simple as a Snicker’s candy bar or a beach vacation? How well do you know those living with you? Come to the clubhouse and leave your name and number. Three winners will be selected for a $25.00 gift card, five months of the $5.00 HOA added assessment! That is Happiness!

March 6th, 1:00-3:00pm is A/R Workshop designing pillows with stencils, come make a personalized pillow for your home as you decorate for spring. There are many fun styles to choose from. Hope to see you there!

(Self-pay $32.00)

March 7th, 12:00 pm is Fairway Mortgage

Reverse Mortgages have changed drastically in the last ten years. With interest rates at an all-time high, learn about this financial safety net. It is knowledge that can be shared with all family members. Margie Hare is sponsoring this event with Fairway Mortgages.

March 8, 5:30 pm. - Dr Nancy Taylor

Dr. Nancy Taylor will teach us how to protect and guide us through hospitalization, transitioning in care whether it is through physical rehab or coming home. The pitfalls can easily happen with so many worries to manage. Come learn that night and receive your checklist!

March 16th, 1:00-3:00pm is our Annual Board Meeting

We will have a light lunch that you can sign up for on sign-up genius. We will start the board meeting with our special guests. Our Board Meetings are very well attended, sign up early!

March 17, 1:00-2:30 pm, KP From Wren Hollow Farms is presenting Essential oils for your own personal apothecary. Have you ever wondered about what oil repels mosquitos when you are camping with your grandchildren? What oils do you need to have on hand or to make soap with? Learn about oils and their purposes.

March 24th, 1:00-3:00pm Osteostrong

Tracy Williams will give a seminar on skeletal strength with strong bones…both dense and flexible. Good balance is dependent on total skeletal strength of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Learn how to maintain physical freedom as you age. 70% of people who have Osteoporosis are not aware they have it.

March 28th 7:00pm, Organize Me

Melodee will come that night with Organize Me to teach us how to organize our Offices. Each month we are tackling a different room so mark your calendars.

March 29th Keith Benson New day and time 5:00 pm with us about Backs and Necks: Statistically 80% of Americans will deal with back pain of significance at some time in their lives. That’s almost all of us dealing with aches or pains that significantly affect our lives. Typically, back pain will recur, the symptoms fade, and you get on with your life … without addressing the underlying problem. What can be done?

March 30th 6:00-7:00pm - -You are One of a Kind Chef Jeff Crosland, yes Chef Jeff is here to offer the seminar on personal DNA epigenetics. This teaches you no longer must guess which supplements might be right for you. A simple swab test can show you the knowledge you need to take control of your health.

If you are interested in taking your health and wellness to the next level, then learn how you can learn from your own epigenetics. You are one of a kind, determined by the DNA gifted to you by your parents and unbelievably, knowing what those genes are can help you understand more about your health, wellbeing and Healthspan.

Meet Alex!

HI! My name is Alex and I’m the new administrative assistant at the Brio Clubhouse! I’ve lived in St George for 5 years and go to school at Utah Tech University, I will graduate in the spring with BS in Integrated Studies with emphases in Sociology and Humanities. I love St. George because it’s close to all of my favorite things. I love hiking at Zion National Park, paddleboarding at Quail Creek and boating. Swimming, and cliff jumping at Sand Hollow, and I’ve been loving getting back into roller skating at the Rinq. I also love to do indoor hobbies as well, such as crocheting, reading, and baking, however I do like to crochet and read while hammocking. My favorite place on earth is Disneyland, and my favorite ride there is the Haunted Mansion, we go there every year for my birthday in October. My family is super close, and we all love going on adventures in our side by side. We have a golden doodle puppy named Dewey who just turned 6 months old, if you see me at the desk and ask, I’ll be happy to show you a picture of him. I’m looking forward to working with everyone here at Brio.

The Hiking Club

Fellow Adventurers:

The next hike for “The Hiking Club” (THC) is scheduled for Saturday March 11. Our destination is Pioneer Rim Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve. There is no entrance fee and no permit is necessary.

This four mile out and back round trip includes interesting red rock formations, slick rock sections, great views of St. George, and wildlife sighting opportunities. The hike should take about two to 2 1/2 hours at a leisurely pace. The trailhead elevation is 3,115 feet with 190 feet elevation gain from the trailhead to the highest point of the hike. I rate this hike as easy. Much of the trail is up and down, with only one extended steep section as you get close to the northern edge of Pioneer Park.

It is easy access to the trailhead in a standard vehicle. We will meet for the pre-hike meeting in front of the Brio clubhouse at 9:00 am.

I encourage everyone to “like” The Hiking Club Facebook page. It is a easy way for us to communicate and share our hiking experiences and photos. Post some photos of our hike. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/TheHikingClubsouthernUtah/

Answers for puzzles

Mr. Foodie:

SW Utah Restaurant Reviews

“All the news that’s fit to eat”

By Andy Margles

As the old adage goes, “A food reviewer’s work is never done”. Recently, I read some great on-line reviews of a Philly cheesesteak restaurant in Dixie Bowl & Billiards, of all places. Being a lover of all-things cheesesteak, I immediately journeyed over there, only to find that it had vacated that spot months ago. Undaunted, I then drove to its’ new address,185 Bluff St., which turned out to be a vacant lot next to Kneaders. There, in the pouring rain, sat Chuck’s Phat Philly’s Food Truck.

While their online site listed hours of 11-9, it was empty, so, still hungry and somewhat discouraged, I returned home. Days later, after calling Chuck and verifying that he was actually there, I once again safaried down Bluff on my hunt for “The Elusive Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich”. Proving that the third time was indeed a charm, the food truck was there and looked open for business.

Chuck, a friendly guy, who owns and runs the operation, apologized several times for the confusion about the hours and location. I ordered my cheesesteak the normal way, “wit” (with onions) and “wit wiz” (with cheese wiz). However, CHUCK HAD NO WIZ!!! He confided to me that since the locals weren’t ordering it, he just stopped carrying wiz! My heart sank… I was now already pretty certain that, despite the many glowing online reviews, this was not going to be the beloved Philly cheesesteak that I knew and loved. Dang! Oh well, when in Utah, I guess.

BENJA’S THAI (SG, 2 locations): Pretty standard Thai menu, but very well-made and tasty. Tom Kha Kai soup and khau soi special are standouts. Curries great as well.

Chuck then offered me his “special sauce” to spread on the sandwich. “Sure, why not”, I figured, especially since it wasn’t going to be authentic anyway. Feeling adventurous, I actually chose the Balboa, a cheesesteak sandwich on lightly toasted garlic bread, with pepper jack cheese. Next, I ordered some fries, which he dips in honey and dusts in Cajun spices. My empty stomach growling in anticipation, I sat alone in the car and awaited my somewhat unusual, but tasty sounding order.

SAKURA (SG): High-quality sushi combined with Japanese steakhouse. Try the special combo rolls. Kids love steakhousechef show. New building and lobby big upgrade over prior digs (check out gorgeous new exterior doors and “aquarium floor”). New location hard to find without GPS and parking inconvenient

Q: So, was it worth all the hassle, Mr. Foodie? A: Well, the meat was juicy, tender and flavorful. The recommended sauce was a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with a touch of heat, and it went great on the chopped beef, onions, spicy cheese and garlic toast. The French fries were perfectly cooked, while the Cajun spices and honey added a delicious counterpoint to the tasty, crispy spuds.

Chuck’s Phat Phillies is now open on Tu-Thurs 11-3 and Fr-Sat 11-3 and 5-8, but these may change. Call them at 435-261-7805.

1861 (Washington): Undiscovered gem! Yummy small plates of interesting, but very accessible food. Reasonably priced, healthful and delicious. Lovely décor. Located on grounds of Ovation Retirement Community, but NOT “old people food”! Black bass always delicious. Only open for dinner, Thu-Sat. Try it!

Verdict: Utah-Philly cheesesteak food truck, with delicious, if inauthentic, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, is worth your dough.

BEST OF THE REST:

Casa Tequilana (Leeds) (Mexican), Rusty Crab Daddy (SG) (seafood boils), Chef Alfredo (SG) (Italian), Aragosta (SG)(European), Cliffside (SG) (modern American) (great views!)

NEW FOR YOU: Mary’s Cheesecakes, 1664 S Dixie Dr., has recently opened, expanding from a homebased business. Growing up with 3 delis within 10 minutes of my home, I know really good, dense, deli cheesecakes and this is quite close to the real deal. Many flavors and toppings, sold by the cake/slice/minis.

Verdict: Put on your oversized sweatpants and head on down!

Agree? Disagree? Found a place that I should try?

You can reach me at: Andymargles@gmail.com.

WED THU FRI SAT

All information is tentative and subject to change. For a more detailed and up-to-date calendar see your email and check out the Full Calendar under the Lifestyle tab on the SunRiverStGeorge.com website.

All information is tentative and subject to change.

”National I want to Make you Happy Day”

The Book Club

What a lovely club meeting we held in January with a large group nominating and voting on the books we will read in 2023. Here are the books in alphabetical order that we voted to read:

1. A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole

2. And There Was Light: The Extraordinary Memoir of a Blind Hero of the French Resistance in World War II by Jacques Lusseyran

3. Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millar

4. Driving Over Lemons: An Optimist in Spain by Chris Stewart

5. Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell

6. The Last Days of Night by Graham Moore

7. The Song of the Cell by Siddhartha Mukherjee

8. The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

9. West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

10. Poetry - sharing our favorite poems (no book needed)

On March 13th, we will each be sharing our favorite poem. We are requesting that club members decide by the February meeting what poem they will be sharing so we can print copies of their poem for March.

Wake Up Brio!

Our New Exercise schedule is full of different times to accommodate all our Residents.

By Larry Silverman

Broadway Bound Children’s Music Theatre:

Washington City Music Center for Music and Theatre

Matilda Jr,. The Musical Session 2: March 2-4

Center for the Arts at Kayenta:

Voyager Lecture Series: Jurassic World: Could It Become a Reality?

Presented by Dr. Jerry Harris: March 21

Dee-Dee Darby Duffin and Friends Jazz Band: March 25th

St George Musical Theater:

Catch Me if You Can: March 23rd – April 29th

EWC Experience Washington County Newsletter Update

(This is the SHORT version containing venues, events, and dates. Links to the venue website and tickets provided when available plus additional information and synopsis are available at www.ewc.today

Tuacahn Center for the Preforming Arts:

Concerts and Events in the Outside Amphitheatre

Utah Tech Celebrity Events:

British Rock Royalty March 10th

Bruce in the USA March 11th

Stayin Alive: One Night of the BeeGees March 16th

Grits and Glamour: Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan; March 17th

Three Dog Night March 18th

Night Ranger March 24th

Air Supply March 25th

Tuacahn Saturday Market Saturdays from 9:00 am -1:00 pm

Utah Tech Celebrity Concerts

Royal National Dance Company Fire of Georgia March 11th

The Doo-Wop Project March 25th

Backs and Necks: What Can You Do?

Statistically 80% of Americans will deal with back pain of significance at some time in their lives. That’s almost all of us dealing with aches or pains that significantly affect our lives. Typically back pain will recur, the symptoms fade and you get on with your life ... without addressing the underlying problem.

Back problems that are felt in the back, usually the lower back and upper hips generally involve muscle, ligament or fascia. If the pain goes down the leg there is usually nerve involvement. Neither of these assumes spine or disc involvement. The idea of a “slipped disc” is outdated. Best books on the subject: Back Exercise by Brian Richey and Back in Control, A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain by David Hanscom, MD.

KEITH BENSON

In the 30+ years I’ve been involved with helping solve back problems there have been a few studies matching spine health to symptoms. The outcome has consistently been that having pain or not is a flip of the coin. Ugly looking spines can have no symptoms and good looking spines can have significant pains.

Read the books above. Come learn what you can do to improve back function, reduce aches and pains and improve your quality of life! The presentation will be both information and exercise participation.

Backs and Necks: What Can You Do?

For more information call Keith Benson CSCS, PTA, AT(Ret.) 281-536-8240

Answers on page 5

ACROSS

17. Firmly loyal

19. Guitar sound

28. That fellow 30. ____ port

44. Capital of Norway

45. Sees socially

47. Roof overhang

48. Toe trauma

49. Appraise again

52. Kitchen and parlor (abbr.)

53. First game

56. Angel’s aura

58. “____ Night Long”

59. Remnant

63. Singer ____ Ronstadt

66. Finnish bath

68. Spoken of earlier

70. Bestow

71. Wine valley

72. Cougar

73. Prophets

74. Increased

75. Rose stalk Puzzle Grid DOWN

1. Likewise

2. Babe ____

3. Handling

4. Scorches

5. Out of tune

6. Woe is me!

7. ____ the waters

8. Loathe

9. Main courses

10. Regulation

11. Accumulate

12. Edgy

13. ____ out (narrowly defeated)

18. Johnny ____ of “Edward Scissorhands”

22. Building section

25. Fresh talk

27. Singing voices

28. Difficult

29. Bright thought

31. Ceremonial events

32. Zones

33. Take off

35. Strict

38. Space station worker

39. Morose

40. Weeps convulsively

43. Interlock

46. Teeter-totters

50. Curve

51. Discount event

53. Desert stops

54. Hangar occupant

55. Avoid capture

57. Speech defects

60. Sounded a bell

61. Remote

62. Vatican leader

64. Thin coin

65. Comedian Sandler

67. Neither’s partner

69. Untrained

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