Welcome to the November 2020 issue of the Breeze Magazine by Infinity Business Media Group

Edition 206

November 2020

Happy Thanksgiving

COMMUNITY CENTER USAGE GUIDELINES HISTORICAL SPOTLIGHT – A SALUTE TO VETERANS AND THANK YOU TO ERNIE PYLE FEATURE STORY – A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE US POSTAL SERVICE “THE MEDICARE STORE ON WHEELS” – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT SUN CITY ALIANTE SHREDDING DAY - OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE – VIP TOUR FOR OUR RESIDENTS PARTNERS IN PRIMARY CARE – MOBIILE DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT CONSIDERATIONS FOR WEARING FACEMASKS & MYTH BUSTERS

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Happy Thanksgiving

COMMUNITY CENTER USAGE GUIDELINES

INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE RESIDENTS ARE INVITED TO A VIP TOUR - Meet the Intermountain Healthcare team and tour the new facility.

PARTNERS IN PRIMARY CARE MOBILE DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE

HISTORICAL SPOTLIGHT – A SALUTE TO VETERANS AND THANK YOU TO ERNIE PYLE FEATURE STORY – A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE US POSTAL SERVICE

COMMUNITY CENTER NEW AREAS OPENED

“THE MEDICARE STORE ON WHEELS” – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT

VOTING IN THE 2020 NATIONAL ELECTION COMMUNITY SHREDDING DAY- OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT WATCH 'N' LEARN WEBINARS MADE EASYFOR OUR RESIDENTS INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE – VIP TOUR HISTORICAL – USO: AMERICA'S SPIRIT EXPERIENCE IN ACTION – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT PARTNERS SPOTLIGHT IN PRIMARY CARE – MOBIILE DISCOVERY CONSIDERATIONS FOR & MYTH BUSTERS ALIANTE GOLF CLUB – AWEARING HAVEN FACEMASKS FOR GOLFERS, GOOD FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

SKECHERS MOBILE SHOE SALE – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT “THE MEDICARE STORE ON WHEELS” – OUTSIDE IN THE PARKING LOT INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE – MEET A NEW MEMBER OF THE TEAM HOW TO WEAR FACE MASKS & MYTH BUSTERS

– ﬁnd out the new Senior focused primary care coming to our community.

COMMUNITY CENTER USAGE GUIDELINES

THE MEDICARE STORE

“THE MEDICARE STORE ON WHEELS”– OUTSIDE EVENT Learn about the exciting new Medicare beneﬁts for 2020

WE ARE FROM THE PRESIDENT President’s Message, Warren Geller, President SCAL Board of Directors.

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BOARD MEMBER'S MESSAGE

COMMUNITY MANAGER'S MESSAGE

SUN CITY ALIANTE SHREDDING DAY Bring all of papers that need to be shredded to the shredding truck in the Community Center parking lot.

New Watch 'n' Learn Webinars/Teleconferences You will be able to listen and interact from the comfort of your home via computer or phone.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE US POSTAL SERVICE

Sonja Bankston-Cullen Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

Damian Carrasco, Community Manager Sun City Aliante.

THE IMPORTANCE OF FLU SHOTS

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

What residents are doing to chase away the “Coronavirus Blues.”

HISTORICAL SPOTLIGHT – A SALUTE TO VETERANS AND THANK YOU TO ERNIE PYLE The next in a series of articles celebrating the 75thAnniversary of the end of World War II.

OPEN POSITIONS ON COMMITTEES

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Community Center Guidelines COMMUNITY CENTER USAGE GUIDELINES Although the Community Center is open, we must continue to follow all the protocols and guidelines that are consistent with the social-distancing and sanitation directives mandated by Governor Sisolak and health oﬃcials, which are designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Hours of Operation: Community Center Monday - Saturday - 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday - 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Administrative Oﬃces Monday- Friday - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nelenie Aronce - Assistant Manager/Director of Compliance Carol Garbarino - Customer Service Coordinator

You will now access the Community Center through one main entrance at the front of the building. For your security and safety, this will be the only way you can enter the building and check-in for all activities, events, meetings, etc.

Face Masks are required to enter the building and for all activities.

Main Entrance - As you walk toward the center of the building, you will see an attractive sign identifying the Sun City Aliante Community Center and the main entrance. As you walk under the porte-cochere, which will protect you from the elements, an automatic door will open to welcome you into our stunning new facility.

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Front Desk - Once you are inside, you will check-in at the new expanded Front Desk area for the pool, gym and ﬁtness classes, billiards and table tennis, Club meetings, activities and events. Behind the Front Desk, you will see an expanded area with more working space and storage areas for team members and individual oﬃces for the Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent and Breeze Editor, Trish Williamson.

During the Board of Directors Meeting on Wednesday, September 9, the Board decided upon the use of the newly expanded and remodeled areas. You must make reservations through the Front Desk for all activities throughout the Community Center by calling 702-638-5063.

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Computers - Limited to 1 hour & 45 minutes per person, 3-person-limit per time slot. Library - Limited to 15 minutes per person for book selection, 2-person-limit per time slot. (Availability TBA) Activity Room - Limited to Meetings and Clubs only. Shuﬄeboard - Limited to 1 hour & 45 minutes per person, 2-person-limit per time slot. Dartboard - Limited to 1 hour & 45 minutes per person, 2-person-limit per time slot. Billiard Room - Limited to 1 hour & 45 minutes, 2-personlimit per table.

Masks must be worn at all times while playing and using any of the areas listed above. • •

Fireplace Room Seating Area - (Not available at this time.) Grand View Room –Seating Areas (Not available at this time.)

Grand View Room - As you continue straight ahead, you will be impressed by the million-dollar-view of the Aliante Golf Course and the Sheep Mountain Range though the new expansive, picturesque windows. Throughout the expanded and remodeled areas, you will see new painted interior walls, ﬂooring, furniture, cabinetry and colorful artwork.

Within the Grand View Room, you will find several seating areas with new couches, tables, chairs and artwork. When health and safety guidelines permit, you will be able to sit and relax and watch sporting events or movies on our new 82-inch TV, visit with friends or take in the beautiful view of the golf course and mountains. On the right side of the room, you will find a haven for indoor sports enthusiasts… including five new billiard tables, a shuffleboard and dartboard as well as built-in seating areas to relax. The Fireplace Room - Located next to the offices of Community Manger Damian Carrasco, Assistant Manager & Director of Standards & Compliance Nelenie Aronce and Membership Coordinator Carol Garbarino, this room includes newly painted walls, new furniture and artwork and flooring which continues down the Vista Room hallway. The Activity Room - This area has been expanded and includes newly painted walls, new carpeting and artwork. The Library & Computer Room – The former Front Desk area was enclosed and converted into a Library/Computer Room and includes freshly painted walls and carpeting . Landscaping - Vibrant multi-colored new flowers, shrubbery and trees embellish the front and the rear of the Community Center with vivid hues that tie into the rich interior. Veteran's Monument – The Veterans Club, the Property & Grounds Committee and Gothic Landscape worked in coordination to create a memorial which serves as a place to remember and reflect. Surrounding the monument are commemorative inscribed brick pavers, benches and landscaping that tie into the pallet of the colorful interior.

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If you are unable to keep your reservation, please give a "Courtesy Call” to the Front Desk at 702-638-5063, so that another resident may enjoy that time. We greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness. Due to the mandate for social distancing from State and Health Authorities and in the best interests of Sun City Aliante residents and Team Associates, the Board of Directors authorized the following guidelines for use in the Community Center: •

Face Masks must be worn throughout the Community Center and outside on the grounds of the facility. Those with an underlying medical condition should consult a physician.

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Face Masks must be worn unless you are swimming in the Pool, using gym equipment or during a Fitness Class in the Aerobics Room or Pool.

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Social Distancing – Stay at least 6 feet apart from other residents. Do not have physical contact with others by shaking hands or touching.

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Occupancy Guidelines – Residents must adhere to the COVID-19 occupancy allowance permitted for each room. Each room has a posted sign indicating how many people are allowed in this room.

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Designated Areas – Residents can easily identify equipment and areas for use in the Fitness Center and Aerobics Room which have been marked oﬀ to indicate proper social distancing.

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No congregating - No extra-curricular or social activity should take place in the Community Center or on the property.

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Sanitation - Residents must always follow posted sanitation instructions.

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Showering - Residents must use the shower in the Pool Area before and after using the Pool.

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Food & Beverages – No food will be permitted in any area of the Community Center. Bring beverages in your personal container or a bottled container.

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Sharing – Do not share equipment, supplies or towels.

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Guest Policy - At this time, guests are not permitted to use the Community Center facilities to give more residents the opportunity to use the facility.

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Failure to follow these rules and guidelines may result in loss of access to the Community Center.

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A Maintenance Associate will be assigned to the gym, aerobics room, pool and Billiard Area to continually clean and sanitize these areas.

COMMUNITY CENTER RESERVATION INFORMATION Reservations for the Gym, Pool, Fitness Classes, Computers, Billiard Room, Shuﬄeboard and Dartboard will take place beginning on Tuesdays, for the following week between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. only. For example, on Tues November 3 and November 10, you will make reservations for the following week. •

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To make a reservation, you must call 702-638-5063 and provide your name, cell number and the activity you would like to reserve. Yo u m a y e m a i l y o u r r e s e r v a t i o n t o SCALCCReservations@suncityaliante.us, beginning on Tuesdays for the following week.

Please include the following information in your email: 1. Name 2. Address 3. Telephone Number 4. Dates & Times requested, and you will be contacted with a conﬁrmation. •

Each household will be allowed to reserve the Pool Area and the Fitness Center for 45 minutes only as many times as they would like each week at the beginning of the hour. This will permit the Maintenance Team 15 minutes to properly sanitize the equipment.

We will accept reservations up to 24 hours in advance for Fitness and Pool Classes and the Billiard Tables. At this time, due to our limited capacity, guests will not be permitted to use these facilities.

Please arrive as close as possible to your reservation time in the Community Center. After your scheduled time is completed, please leave the Community Center immediately.

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The Community Center areas listed below will be open during the specified hours. POOL AREA - Residents must use the shower inside the Pool Area before and after they use the pool. Equipment will be provided and sanitized before the next use. FITNESS CENTER – Residents must wipe down equipment thoroughly with Gym Wipes provided before and after using each machine. FITNESS & POOL CLASSES – When you have a completed class, please leave the equipment you have used for the maintenance team to sanitize. POOL PATIO AREA – This area is available and does not require a reservation, but please call ahead to let us know you are coming. BILLIARD AREA – You may bring your own equipment or check in at the Front Desk for pool sticks and balls. Please return any equipment owned by Sun City Aliante to the Front Desk; so, it can be sanitized by the Maintenance Team. SOCIAL HALL – Usage of the room must be coordinated by Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent. CRAFT ROOMS #1, #2, & #3 – Club times will be established with Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent. Club Presidents will decide which club members can attend based on available occupancy and on a rotation schedule to allow all members the opportunity to participate. No sharing of materials will be permitted, and residents must stay at least six (6) feet apart from other residents with no physical contact. VISTA ROOM – Usage of the room must be coordinated by Office Manager Lori Daniels or Lifestyle Director Debbie Kent.

AREAS INSIDE THE COMMUNITY CENTER CLOSED AT THIS TIME: • • • • • • •

Spa Sauna Bathroom Showers Bathroom Lockers Kitchen Water Fountains Coﬀee Services

PATROL CAR – At this time, due to the lack of volunteers and because of the health guidelines which need to be followed, the Patrol will not yet resume operations. The Patrol Committee will continue to revisit when it is appropriate to begin Patrol operations. The Board has advised that certain groups be permitted to meet in the Community Center subject to their compliance with the mandatory distancing and sanitation guidelines. The Chairs of all the Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups have been contacted to explore their interest in resuming meeting in the Community Center. Many of them have expressed interest in meeting as soon as health guidelines permit. The Chartered Club page in The Breeze and posted online lists your point of contact for all Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups. Due to the need for social-distancing guidelines from health oﬃcials and in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of residents, the Board of Directors agreed to restrict the following activities in the Community Center at this time. • All Card Games, Tile Games and Clubs/Special Interest Groups

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that require participants to be in close proximity and share materials. All Entertainment Clubs and Group Activities that require participants to be in close proximity and share materials. No Lunch 'n' Learn or Snack 'n' Learn seminars will be scheduled at this time. In lieu of the seminars, we now oﬀer “Watch 'n' Learn” Webinars/Teleconferences. Please check The Breeze and eBlast for upcoming Webinars.

OUTDOOR COURTS – The Outdoor Courts are open including, pickleball, tennis, basketball, bocce courts and horseshoe pits consistent with social-distancing guidelines and sanitation measures and only during specified hours of operation. PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING DURING ACTIVITIES: • Stay at least six (6) feet apart from other residents. Do not make physical contact with them by shaking hands, exchanging high fives, etc. • Avoid touching your face after handling a ball, racquet/paddle, or other equipment. Wash your hands promptly if you have touched your eyes, nose, or mouth. • Avoid sharing food, drinks, or towels. • Although there is no specific evidence that tennis balls, pickleballs or basketballs can spread COVID-19, avoid using your hands to pick up tennis balls or pickleballs if possible. Basketball players should each have their own balls. PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER OR VISIT THE OUTDOOR COURTS IF YOU… • Exhibit any symptoms of COVID-19: mild to severe respiratory illness with fever, cough and difficulty breathing, or other symptoms identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). • Have been in contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last fourteen (14) days; or • Are a vulnerable and at-risk individual (i.e., elderly and/or have underlying health conditions, including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma and those whose immune system may be compromised such as by chemotherapy for cancer and other conditions requiring such therapy). • Do not have a reservation for a specific activity at a specific time. PROTECT AGAINST POSSIBLE INFECTIONS BY… • Washing your hands with disinfectant soap and water (for 20 seconds or longer) or use a hand sanitizer if soap and water are not readily available, before going to the Community Center or the Association's Common Area facilities. • Cleaning and wiping down your equipment, including racquets/paddles and water bottles. Do not share racquets/paddles or any other equipment such as wristbands, grips, hats, and towels. • Bringing your own water bottle or other method of hydration and avoid using any communal water source. • Using new/disinfected balls and new racket/paddle grips when possible. • Considering taking extra precautions such as wearing gloves. • Sneezing/coughing into a tissue or upper sleeve when necessary. • Arriving as close as possible to the time you need to be in the Community Center. We are excited to welcome you to the new areas in the Community Center! Thank you so much for your patience and understanding during the construction. As the guidelines for social distancing and health directives change, we look forward to the day we can resume all our amazing excursions, activities and events that you love and enjoy. Respectfully, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

NOVEMBER 2020

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Sun City Aliante Community Association 7394 Aliante Parkway N. Las Vegas, Nevada 89084 www.suncityaliante.org

Customer Service Oﬃce Hours Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Community Center

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

702-638-5065 Monday - Saturday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Greetings Friends,

First Service Residential

It was three years ago that your Board began thinking about renovating our clubhouse. From inception it has been a dream of mine to have a modern beautiful addition that would enhance our community property, and hence, add value to all our homes.

702-399-4273 - www.fsresidential.com

Community Association Manager Damian Carrasco -702-638-5007 gm@suncityaliante.us

Community Association Assistant Manager Director of Standards and Compliance

The project started with providing more room for the pool players and the dream expanded. Your Board decided that the project was worth pursuing and the journey began.

Nelenie Aronce - 702-638-5006 assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Director Debra Kent - 702-638-5061 dkent@suncityaliante.us

It was going to take all the brain trust we could muster to give us what we envisioned; so, I formed an ad-hoc team to plan and design what you now see. The team consisted of Owen Egge, Teke Sankey, Ed Sloman, Wayne Hedrick, Dave Meteyer, Dave Grossman and me.

Assistant Lifestyle Director Trish Williamson-702-638-5035 twilliamson@suncityaliante.us

Lifestyle Department Oﬃce Manager Lori Daniels - 702-638-5065 ldaniels@suncityaliante.us

Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino 702-638-5023 cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us

Facilities Manager Juan Macias - 702-638-5009 jmacias@suncityaliante.us

Board of Directors Warren Geller, President Ed Sloman, Vice President Wayne Headrick, Secretary Nancy Prince, Treasurer Mark Pallans, Director Mark Smith, Director Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Director

The team met constantly to be sure that nothing was left to chance; and after months of working along with MK House and their engineers, we ﬁnally felt we had what we wanted committed to paper. After what seemed like an eternity of construction, another ad-hoc committee was created which worked on the interior and exterior design. This team was comprised of Janice Wedgeworth, Wayne Hedrick, Debbie Kent, Juan Marcias, Damian Carrasco, Nelenie Aronce and yours truly. To oversee the total project were Ed Sloman, Wayne Headrick and me with considerable valuable input from Damian and Nelenie. Communication to you during all phases of the project was expertly coordinated by Trish Williamson. Now you know who gave of their time and expertise to create our beautiful club house. I am deeply appreciative of all their eﬀorts and grateful to each of them for working in harmony, sometimes under pressure we did not anticipate. The virus has robbed us of meeting in large numbers with our friends and residents, but the day will come when we can gather in large numbers and fully enjoy the expanse and beauty that says to all who enter, “Welcome to our home.” Respectfully submitted, Warren M Geller President Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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WE ARE...

NOVEMBER 2020

BOARD MESSAGE

BOD NOTICE This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment period for comments relating to agenda items only. At the end of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for comments on any subject. During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests made during the comment periods. Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the meeting at the Front Desk and on the Association's website (www.suncityaliante.org). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been approved by the Board of Directors. The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is 702-638-5000. (Please note: This schedule is subject to change)

BOARD MEETINGS BOARD MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Wednesday, January 13, 2021 BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Wednesday, January 13, 2021

BE GRATEFUL Masks! Gloves! Hand Sanitizer! Social Distancing! Isolation! … this pandemic has changed our daily lives and disrupted our understanding of normal – but, amid this chaos our lives continue, and we have adapted to the new norm, and WE STILL LIVE!!!

Ed Sloman

We live to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, life transitions, and so many other achievements and accomplishments. We have learned to navigate social networks and host virtual meetings using varied applications on our smart devices and computers.

Sonja Bankston-Cullen TIME 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. And now here we are in November 2020. This month marks the end of 10:00 a.m. Daylight Savings Time. Each of us should be participating in a pivotal

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sun City Aliante Board of Directors (l-r) El Sloman, Vice President; Nancy Prince, Treasurer; Mark Smith, Director; Warren Geller, President; Mark Pallans, Director; Wayne Headrick, Secretary; and Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Director. The Breeze is a monthly publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc. (SCAL), designed to provide information and news to the members of Sun City Aliante. Advertising does not inﬂuence editorial decisions or content. We reserve the right to refuse advertising for any reason or cause. Information, services, products and materials contained in The Breeze magazine are provided on an "as is" basis with no warranty. SCAL disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products and materials including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, ﬁtness for a particular purpose, title, noninfringement, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course of performance. In no event shall SCAL be liable for any damages whatsoever whether in an action, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products and materials available from this publication.

election where so many political and social issues hang in the balance. This month we honor our Veterans who served and defended our country. Thank you for your service and for keeping America safe. And ﬁnally, near the end of the month, we come together with our family and friends to share how thankful we really are. The past nine months have not been easy for any of us. However, Thanksgiving is one of the holidays that allows each of us to reﬂect on the positive in our lives.

We truly have so much to be thankful for. I am grateful for a reasonable portion of health and strength. I am able to get up each morning and enjoy the beauty of our community. including the m o u n t a i n landscape and the starry skies on peaceful nights. I know you enjoy some of the same because we are community. Take the time right now, this moment and reflect on the positive. Yes, there is always something to complain about… there is always some spiritual battle, emotional breakdown or physical challenge that can prevent us from celebrating and being positive…We were never promised all sunny days in this life and most of us have experienced the clouds and a few storms. But today, right now…Be Grateful! Walter Hawkins, one of the great gospel writers in in 1970s simply, but prolifically, stated “Be Grateful! Because there is someone else who is worse off than you. Be Grateful! Because there is someone else who would love to be in your shoes…” Be Grateful! Because in the end all that we have endured will work out for our good. I wish you peace, love and joy during this Thanksgiving season. Sonja Bankston-Cullen Director, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

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NOVEMBER 2020

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COMMUNITY MGR BECOME A COMMITTEE MEMBER – HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE Dear Residents, We need you! Become a volunteer member of one of the Sun City Aliante Committees and get involved in making the decisions, in coordination with Management and the Board of Directors, that directly affect you. One thought to consider is what are your interests and passions? I would suggest putting your time and talents toward a Committee Damian Carrasco you would really enjoy. We have several openings; I am sure you will find one that grabs your attention and offers you a challenge. Most Committees meet once monthly; so, you do not have to make an extensive commitment of time. Committees have helped to play an important role in Sun City Aliante being named as one the best communities in Nevada for the past two years. Here is a brief description of the Sun City Aliante Committees' responsibilities: Architectural Review Committee – One opening The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) protects and enriches the quality of the physical environment in the community based on Sun City Aliante CC&Rs and Community Design Guidelines. The ARC reviews site and home exterior change requests to ensure they comply with the Covenants and Community Standards in terms of aesthetics and quality. This includes any change to a house or property that is visible to the public or surrounding neighbors, including, but not limited to: additions, exterior color changes, landscaping, fencing, hot tubs, and swimming pools. Communications Committee – One opening The Communications Committee advises and assists in the development and maintenance of the community website, health fairs, Advertiser's Meet 'n' Greets, New Member Welcomes and conducts training seminars for residents to augment their use of the website. The Committee also advises and assists the Editor of Sun City Aliante's monthly publication, The Breeze. In addition, when requested by the Board of Directors, the Committee reviews and provides advice to the Board on ways to enhance communications with residents of the community. Covenants Committee The responsibility of the Covenants Committee is to ensure that all our residents are complying with our HOA guidelines and other governing documents. The Committee is empowered to hold

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hearings when there is an allegation that someone is not in compliance with our governing documents and can impose various penalties, if, after a hearing, the resident is found to be in violation. Election Committee – Two openings The Election Committee oversees the election of the Sun City Aliante Board of Directors, ensuring the election is carried out in compliance with relevant statutes and governing documents. This includes verification of candidate eligibility; organization of candidate forums to enable residents to become acquainted with the election process and the candidates; oversight of the election mailing process; preparation of campaign guidelines; oversight of the ballot counting process and certification of the election results. (The Committee only meets from December through May). Lifestyle Committee – One opening The Lifestyle Committee advises the Lifestyle Director in developing and scheduling a wide variety of activities, programs, and events for the benefit of members of the Association. The Committee also assists the Lifestyle Director in overseeing the activities of Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Groups. When requested by the Board of Directors, the Committee may also review and provide advice on policies, rules and guidelines involving residents and guest usage of the Association's facilities. Patrol Committee – Two openings The Patrol Committee creates, organizes, and oversees the Patrol, which shall be responsible for observing, identifying and reporting to the Committee the events and activities within Sun City Aliante that may affect the owners, residents and guests in the community. Property and Grounds Committee – One opening The Property and Grounds Committee is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all the Common Areas for the Association, including around the Community Center. They work closely with our landscaping company and Management and give recommendations to the Board on remodeling, enhancement, and replacement of items in the Common Areas. How to Become a Committee Member If you are interested in joining one of these Committees, you can pick up a “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk, in the Customer Service Coordinator's office or print one off the website (www.suncityaliante.org). On the website at the top of the Home Page, you will find the heading “Documents.” Click on the arrow and select “Commonly Used Forms.” Then select Committee Interest Application. Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk. I hope you will consider joining one of these amazing committees and bring your experience and passion to help us maintain this community as one of the best in Nevada. Volunteering your time and talents is one of the most powerful ways to make a difference, to help others, and to enhance the community and property values. Damian Carrasco Community Manager, Sun City Aliante

NOVEMBER 2020

ASSOCIATION NEWS

LIFESTYLE NEWS Dear Residents,

Hello Residents!

We hope you and your family are staying well. It's a stressful time for all of us, and we hope to ease the stress a bit by staying connected while continuing to provide you a safe and responsive level of service you expect as we navigate together through this ever-changing pandemic.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones. I cannot believe it is November already. The Management Oﬃce will be closed on November 26 and 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

LIFESTYLE UPDATE Our world has changed significantly in the past six months. We went from non-stop activities to a limited amount of choices of using the pool, gym, some fitness classes, and select Chartered Clubs and Special Interest groups that meet CDC and Governmental Guidelines for safety to resume visiting the Community Center. Just because our calendar of events has changed, it does not mean we are not thinking of you. The Sun City Aliante residents are truly extended family and your well-being means the world to us, here on staff. We have been fortunate so far by following strict protocol directed by the Governor and Governmental Guidelines. Many of our contacts are keeping in touch and anxious to open the venues, but only when it is safe. We are hoping you are saving your pennies, because when things go back to normal, we will schedule many events to make up for lost time. Research is recommending everyone “Keep Moving” to maintain peak physical and mental health. Move away from the T.V. and take a walk or go on a picnic during this beautiful weather. You will feel and sleep better. INTER CLUB COUNCIL The next ICC meeting is scheduled for Friday, November 6, in the Vista Room, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Due to limited seating, please reserve your space by calling 702-638-5063. If you are more comfortable with calling in, please do the following: Dial: 1-480-66-5302 Enter conference code: 671148. FREE SHREDDING FOR SUN CITY ALIANTE RESIDENTS You have requested another Free Shredding Event, and we have scheduled it on: • • • • •

COMMUNITY STANDARDS

Friday, December 4 – 10 a.m. – noon Sun City Aliante Parking Lot Drive to the Shredding Truck (south parking lot space) Remain in your car We will put materials in the shredding truck (you're welcome to observe)

GRATITUDE We will always be grateful to those Veterans who helped to preserve our freedom and it is with sincere gratitude that we honor you for your service on Veteran's Day. As we approach Thanksgiving, in a time where everyone is doing their best to remain positive, we have a choice to be bitter or better. “I thought 2020 would be the year I get everything I want. Now I know 2020 is the year I appreciate everything I have”. ~ Unknown Wishing you a wonderful November, Debbie Kent Lifestyle Director

I am thankful that we are nearing the end of the year, and what a crazy year it has been! Despite the unprecedented challenges our nation and the world have endured all these months with the COVID-19 pandemic, social unrest, political drama, wildfires, and hurricanes… on the bright side, almost everybody reprioritized what is truly important in their lives (courtesy of mandated quarantine), no more gym memberships, Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA Finals, and we opened the newly expanded Community Center. I invite those who have not seen it yet to please stop by. Our staff are excited to see your faces, and we hope you genuinely like the layout and design of our new and expanded space. Residents are welcome to make reservations to enjoy the new billiard tables, shuffleboard, and dart board as well as the gym, fitness classes and the pool. I want to give a warm welcome to new residents and snowbirds. I encourage new residents to register in our Customer Service Office and meet with Carol Garbarino, our Customer Service Coordinator. When you register, I would love to meet you, and I am sure our General Manager, Damian Carrasco, would be happy to welcome you to our community. I also want to remind you that we are following the CDC guidelines and the Governor's recommendations for health, safety, and sanitation in the Community Center. You must put on a mask before you enter the Community Center and stay at least 6 feet apart from other residents and staff. We all appreciate hugs, but please remember for your safety and that of others, no hugs, handshakes or congregating together is appropriate, while we are still fighting a battle with this virus. Thank you for following the rules. Daylight Saving Time ends on November 1. Do not forget to turn your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of sleep you lost last Spring. Remember, trash pickup is every Tuesday and the bulk pickup dates for the month are November 3 and November 17. Please do not place garbage cans at the curb before 6 p.m. on Mondays and remove them no later than 6 p.m. on Tuesdays. If you have any questions, please contact me at 702-638-5006 or email assistantmanager@ suncityaliante.us. Nelenie Aronce Assistant Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

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ASSOCIATION NEWS

NOVEMBER 2020

IN-PERSON VOTING IN THE NOVEMBER 3, 2020 GENERAL ELECTION

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - 27

In-Person Voting Using Voting Machines: Clark County will have over 100 Election Day vote centers on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2020, where you may cast your ballot on a voting machine. There are no assigned precincts; you may vote at any of the 100 voting locations on General Election Day, November 3. If you have your mail ballot with you, you must surrender it at the voting site. If you do not have it with you, you must sign an aﬃrmation that you are not voting twice in the same election. A schedule of early voting sites and Election Day vote centers will be in your sample ballot and on the Election Department's website at www.ClarkCountyNV.gov/vote.

The Sun City Aliante Community Center will close at noon November 25 and all day on November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. The Administration Oﬃces will close at noon on November 25 and all day on November 26 and 27. The Community Center will reopen for regular hours (6 a.m. – 9 p.m.) on Friday, November 27.

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On Election Day, the locations nearest to Sun City Aliante where you can vote from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. are: • • • •

Aliante Library - 2400 W. Deer Springs Way Cram Middle School - 1900 W. Deer Springs Way Las Vegas Athletic Club – North, 6050 N. Decatur Shadow Ridge High School - 5050 Brent Lane

COMMITTEE NEWS

NOVEMBER 2020

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Dear Residents, I want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. This has always been an important occasion to celebrate with family and friends. Please enjoy the holiday and stay safe. I am excited to report that our “Medicare Store on Wheels” experiment, which was held outside in the Community Center parking lot, was an overwhelming success. Many residents took this opportunity to reserve appointments to get the latest updates on what's new in Medicare benefits… and I'm told there are a lot of new things that are offered in 2021. Due to popular demand, we have scheduled “Medicare Store on Wheels” additional annual enrollment opportunities this month on November 13 and November 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CDC-Compliant COVID-19 protocols will be in place, including mask and social distancing. See article on page 19. One of our newest advertising partners, Intermountain Healthcare, is hosting a VIP Tour on November 10 exclusively for Sun City Aliante residents at their new location at 2550 Nature Park Drive. For more information and how to reserve your place, please see page 17. We will continue to celebrate the 75th anniversary of World War II in this issue. The “Historical Spotlight” salutes veterans who fought in World War ll, who were acclaimed by news anchor and author Tom Brokow as “The Greatest Generation.” The article also honors much-admired American journalist and war correspondent, Ernie Pyle, who is best known for his ordinary stories about soldiers and sailors during World War ll. If you have any photos or stories you would like to share, please stop by my office located behind the front desk, email or call me. Another article in this month's Breeze highlights the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). Right now, during this unprecedented time of COVID-19, it is the only government agency that visits our homes on most days and keeps us supplied with food, clothing, prescription drugs and much more; not to mention, millions of Americans who have depended on USPS to cast their ballot in this Presidential Election. In December, Sun City Aliante residents are invited to join Partners in Primary Care for a Mobile Discovery Experience in the Community Center parking lot. When you schedule an appointment to visit the mobile showcase, you will have the opportunity to meet Partners in Primary Care team members, learn about their new program designed exclusively for seniors, and when this new facility is coming to our neighborhood. For more information and how to reserve your place, please see page 18 &19. I want to invite all residents to continue submitting articles and photographs for “Resident Spotlight,” which highlight your

interesting projects, birthdays, anniversaries, travels and anything that's important in your world. If you have any questions or want to share information, please contact me at 703-639-5035 or email twilliamson@suncityalinte. Please use this email address to RSVP for “Medicare on Wheels” or the Mobile Discovery Experience. Have a happy holiday! Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

Please remember to honor all of our Veterans who have served their country on November 11.

COMMITTEE OPENINGS OPEN POSITIONS ON SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMITTEES The Architectural Review Committee (ARC), Communications Committee, Lifestyle Committee, and Property & Grounds Committee each have an opening for one homeowner on their respective committees. The Patrol Committee and Election Committee both have openings for two homeowners on their respective committees. All Committee positions are voluntary. We encourage you to peruse the scope of work for the various Sun City Aliante committees In the Community Manager’s article on page 10 and see if one captures your interest. If you are interested in joining one of these Committees, you can pick up a “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk, in the Customer Service Coordinator’s office or print one off the website (www.suncityaliante.org). On the website at the top of the Home Page, you will find the heading “Documents.” Click on the arrow and select “Commonly Used Forms.” Then select Committee Interest Application. Please fill out the form and return it to the Front Desk.

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COMMITTEE NEWS

NOVEMBER 2020

NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MONTHLY BULLETIN:

COMMITTEES

[ [ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Meets every other Friday, 8:30 a.m. Harlan Nelson at hnelson867@cox.net

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

Meets third Fridays, 10 a.m. Lynda Towers at lynda1229@msn.com

To some of us, November is the best month of the year. Good food, family get togethers, Black Friday shopping, cyber shopping and free package delivery. Everything is good. Not so fast. What about the car that was broken into? Or the package that was stolen from a front porch. How did this happen? The crime rate in Sun City in 2020 was the lowest it has ever been. Let us keep it that way. The month of November can be the worst month for crime.

COVENANTS COMMITTEE

Meets third Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Room Mark Smith at MAS7809@hotmail.com

ELECTION COMMITTEE

Larry Rothstein at lilandlar@aol.com

FINANCE COMMITTEE

We all must pay attention and keep our eyes open. Here are a few things that we can do to not invite criminals into our neighborhood:

Meets last Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m. David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

First, keep the garage door shut day and night. There are people riding around just looking for an easy target. If your neighbor or person on your block leaves his or her garage door open, ask them to close it. If you are not comfortable doing that, call Jim Blossey and he will ask them.

LIFESTYLE COMMITTEE

Meets third Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Art G Davis at artgdavis2@yahoo.com

PATROL COMMITTEE

Meets third Mondays, 2 p.m. Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com

If your car must sit outside, be sure to lock the car and set the alarm. For some reason, there are more cars parked on the street and driveways than in previous years. Make sure there is nothing left in view inside the car. If you must leave packages in the car, put them in the trunk. Even the garage door opener should not be in the car in plain sight. When you go shopping, take the garage door opener with you. Do not leave it in the car. Houses have been entered through a garage door by a thief because of the garage door opener that was left in a car at Smith's Food and Drug Store.

PROPERTY AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Meets third Thursdays, 1 p.m. Teke Sankey at tekes2@hotmail.com

PATROL COMMITTEE The Sun City Aliante Patrol Committee has been conducting monthly meetings to restart the volunteer patrol of our community streets. Following is an update on some or their tasks:

Every year we have more and more packages delivered by the United States Post Office, Amazon, UPS, Fed Ex, UBER and LYFT. Some deliver until late in the evening. If you order a package, try to be home for the delivery. If that is not possible, you might ask a neighbor to watch for the package and hold it for you until you return. Some companies offer special handling instructions when you place an order. You might ask them not to deliver in the evening or give an alternate delivery address. Porch pirates have been known to follow the delivery truck and pick up the package within minutes of it being dropped off. This is the most important time of year for neighbors to watch out for each other.

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For information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Watch program, contact our Coordinator, Jim Blossey at jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119.

The Patrol Committee must wait for Board approval to restart the patrol. Watch for future articles in The Breeze and eBlasts regarding their continued progress.

Be safe: if you see something, say something! Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

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Creating patrol by-laws Restenciling of the patrol vehicle Creating of a Sun City Aliante Patrol logo Developing a Coronavirus procedure for patrol volunteers Designing a new polo shirt uniform Redesigning patrol I.D. badges Updating the patrol oﬃce workspace Creating new forms Adopting new procedures Scheduling an initial patrol volunteer interest meeting

For more information concerning the Sun City Aliante Patrol, contact the Patrol Chairman Phil Zanello at zp9@aol.com or 702-460-9582.

COMMITTEE NEWS

NOVEMBER 2020

INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE VIP TOUR – DON’T FORGET TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS EXCLUSIVELY FOR SUN CITY ALIANTE RESIDENTS Tuesday, November 10 You are invited to schedule an exclusive VIP Tour of the new Intermountain Healthcare myGeneration Senior Clinic located at 2550 Nature Park Drive (located behind Carl's Jr. and Cappriotti's restaurants) This is a great opportunity to meet the specialized care providers, Dr. Vikas Lahar and Sandy Holder, NP-C, and their staﬀ who are dedicated to helping you live your healthiest life. The unique myGeneration clinic provides innovative, senior-focused primary care to individuals who participate in the Medicare Advantage program with same day appointments and extended appointment times. • • • •

Enjoy a 15-minute guided walk-through the new concierge-style clinic Meet & greet with providers and staﬀ Connect with a licensed insurance agent who can answer your Medicare questions Receive a complimentary cotton face mask and you'll be entered into a drawing for a prize.

Call 702-766-4933 to reserves your spot today. See page 17 for details.

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1 at 2 a.m. Don't forget to turn back your clocks one hour. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep that makes up for the one lost last spring! The spring and fall clock changes continue a long tradition advocated by Benjamin Franklin to conserve energy. To save on wasteful candles, Franklin recommended taxing people who use shutters and ringing bells every morning at sunup to force people to adjust their days according to the availability of sunlight.

ADOPT A FLAG CAMPAIGN Hello from the Veterans Club of Sun City Aliante, The Adopt a Flag Campaign is a unique program that helps fund our continuing use of flags on certain holidays within our community. It continues to support the purchase of flags, flag poles, mounting brackets, straps and installation. For the sum of $40.00, residents, who wish to participate, will have their names placed on an "Honor Roll Plaque" and will receive a certificate. As the year comes to a close, a lot of our flags have become old and faded and some are weathered and torn from the wind and heat of summer. This may also apply to the flags hanging at your home. Joining the Adopt a Flag Campaign is a wonderful way to support us and the community in our continuing use of flags. Also, the Veterans Club can take your old flags and retire them properly. We invite you to join us when we retire all of our flags at our next Flag Retirement Ceremony performed by the Boy Scouts. This is truly something very special if you have never attended this event. You can participate in retiring your own personal flag with us. Please join us and participate in The Adopt a Flag campaign. If you wish to join the Adopt a Flag Campaign, please see the insert included in this month's issue of The Breeze. We, at the Veterans Club, thank you all very much. David Hollander and Sy Nielson.

BOARD MEETING Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary Please read below for a summary of the October 15, 2020 Board of Directors (BOD) monthly meeting: Unﬁnished Business: Reopening the Community Center - The Community Center will continue with its current procedures and regulations in place to be in alignment with the Governor's mandate on social distancing, face masks, and maximum occupancy allowed. New Business: 1. Board motioned to approve CPA, Phil Bateman's Letter of Representation for the Annual Audit Year Ending June 30, 2020. 2. Board received three (3) quotes to replace the display case for Sun City Aliante Clubs. • • •

Ralph Jones display Case - $4,356.68 Ralph Jones display Case - $4,681.80 Silver State Glass and Mirror- $14,230.00

Board motioned to approve Management's recommendation to accept Ralph Jones Display Case for $4,356.68 contingent upon inspecting the quality of the product.

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Flu Season is Not Canceled – Are You Prepared? This year's flu season is even more critical due to the overlapping symptoms of COVID-19, Influenza, and the common cold. One way to help prevent the flu is to receive a flu vaccination, which can protect you from the flu strains that will circulate in the upcoming months.

receive your ﬂu shot via drive-thru, you must be an established patient with a visit to one of Intermountain's primary care physicians within the past two years. Vaccination Stations

We are nearing the end of summer, which signals the beginning of the flu season. Between the months of October and April, flu season will be in full swing. Don't delay in receiving your flu shot. Every year, the total burden of the flu differs, but the CDC has estimated that since 2010, influenza has stricken between 9 million – 45 million people, created the need for hospitalization of 140,000 – 810,000 people, and contributed to 12,000 – 61,000 deaths in the United States annually.

Your clinic will be hosting vaccination drives on speciﬁc dates. Check the following for the dates that correspond with your primary care clinic. You do not need to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. These clinics will not have drive-thru capabilities. Only Wynn and West Lake Mead InstaCare locations will have drive-thru options.

It's especially important that certain populations receive their ﬂu shot since they are more vulnerable to extreme symptoms. These populations include pregnant women, young children, older people, and people with chronic conditions like COPD, diabetes and heart disease.

COVID-19, the flu, and the common cold have overlapping symptoms but are caused by different viruses. It's important to know how these three differ to get the correct treatment for them. You can review the following symptom checker to see what symptoms are similar and which are different. If you do get the flu, you'll want to call your provider. Tamiflu is a treatment that may be prescribed to help shorten and alleviate your symptoms. COVID19 currently has no similar treatment at this time, which is why it is important to continue social distancing and to wear masks to prevent the spread of it within our southern Nevada community.

We want our patients to know that this flu season is not canceled, so we all need to be ready for it. Here are some important ways Intermountain Healthcare is combatting the flu this year so that we can help our patients live their healthiest lives possible. Flu Vaccinations Available via Drive-Thru This year, we've rolled out a new way to get your flu shot. You can make an appointment at either our Wynn InstaCare or our West Lake Mead InstaCare clinics and opt to have your flu vaccine delivered to you from the comfort and safety of your car. This makes getting the flu shot even more convenient. To be eligible to

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Know The Symptoms: Flu, COVID-19, and the common cold

Remember, the flu season is just around the corner. Even if you're social distancing and wearing masks or cloth face coverings, a flu shot is a safe and proven method for the past 50 years to help prevent you from contracting flu or exhibiting life-threatening symptoms. Intermountain Healthcare urges our southern Nevada community to take the flu seriously and get your flu shot.

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NOVEMBER 2020

JOIN PARTNERS IN PRIMARY CARE FOR A MOBILE DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE Tuesday & Wednesday, December 8 & 9 Tuesday & Wednesday, December 15 & 16 Community Center Parking Lot

Learn about a new senior focused primary care Imagine a doctor's office designed exclusively for seniors. Everything – from the time you spend with your doctor, to the office where you are treated – is tailored to your needs. Partners in Primary Care Centers bring full-service primary care, pharmacy, behavioral health, nutrition and wellness support and other services for Medicare beneficiaries right to your neighborhood.

SPECIAL EVENTS

THE MEDICARE STORE ON WHEELS Friday, November 13 & Friday, November 20, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. By Appointment Only

We are excited to announce "The Medicare Store on Wheels" for this Annual Enrollment Period.

THE MEDICARE ST ORE

In advance of their oﬃcial opening at 4919 West Craig Road, Partners in Primary Care has launched the Mobile Discovery Experience to introduce their clinics and create an opportunity to engage directly with prospective clients. •

The Discovery Experience is a patient engagement tool, giving Sun City Aliante residents a hands-on experience to learn how Partners in Primary Care is a unique tool for senior-focused primary care.

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During the experience, you will be walked through a series of videos that explain how Partners in Primary care approaches healthcare.

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You will hear from provider teams and other patients who have volunteered to give their testimonies.

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Throughout this tour, you will also have the ability to sit in our brewer's chair, which is a signiﬁcant asset to our approach to making senior health care comfortable and accessible for all.

When you schedule an appointment to visit Partners in Primary Care Mobile Discovery Experience, you will meet center physicians and care team members who will tell you about the exiting new Partners in Primary Care Clinic that is opening soon in our neighborhood. (Please see the full page ad on page 18.) Partners in Primary Care will have all CDC-Compliant, COVID-19 protocols in place and schedule one-on-one consultations. This event requires a reservation in advance. Walk-ups will not be guaranteed a consultation that same day. All attendees will be asked to observe social distancing and mask-wearing guidelines.

Do not let COVID-19 stop you from having your MEDICARE PLAN reviewed or joining a new plan in 2021. Join Brandon and Andrea Scott at their mobile oﬃce located in the Community Center parking lot on Friday, November 13 & Friday, November 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You will receive unbiased information; so, you can decide what is right for you in 2021. They cannot wait to see you for this fun event! They will have CDC-Compliant COVID-19 protocols in place and schedule one-on-one consultations at the Medicare Store RV (including face masks, social distancing). Guests will have the opportunity to watch a video explaining Medicare, while they wait. All guests who come for a consultation will receive a "thank you" gift just for attending and a raﬄe prize will be given away at the end of each day. To schedule an appointment, please email Trish Willliamson at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us with your name, address and phone number. If you have any questions, call 702-429-1623. This event requires a reservation in advance. Walk-ups will not be guaranteed a consultation that same day.

To reserve your spot, please email Trish Williamson at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us with your name, address and phone number. If you have any questions, call 702-429-1623.

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NOVEMBER 2020

WATCH ‘N’ LEARN

Webinars Made Easy

Please See Information Below on How to Sign Up and Participate in a Webinar Signing up for and attending a webinar is easy to do. Because most of our Breeze magazine advertisers currently use a teleconferencing software package called Zoom, this “how-to” document has been composed with that package in mind. Although you can get quite sophisticated in your use of Zoom, very little in way of computer hardware and software is needed to get started and participate in a webinar. Computing devices ranging from a smart phone to a tablet/laptop to a desktop computer can be used to participate; you do not even really need a device with a camera or microphone, but they do add to the experience. In fact, all you really need is an Internet connection, a video screen and a speaker to see and hear what is being presented in the webinar. While you don't need to download the Zoom application for your device prior to your ﬁrst webinar (you would be asked to download and install it before entering the webinar if you haven't previously installed it), it will save you time when linking into a webinar to download and install it ahead of time. The process of downloading and installing the Zoom application depends on your device. If you are using a smart phone: 1. Open the Apple Play, Play Store, Google Play, etc. App on your phone; 2. Search for the Zoom app; 3. Install it on your smart phone. If you are using a tablet/laptop or desktop computer: 1. Bring up your preferred browser (MS-Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, etc.); 2. Enter “Zoom.us/download” in the website address bar and press Enter; 3. Select the applicable version from the list of possibilities. 4. Download and install it on your computer. You are now ready to sign up for, link into and participate in a webinar. 1. Use the link typically provided by an advertiser in his/her ad, sign up for their webinar. 2. Sometime before the webinar is scheduled to begin, the advertiser will email a link to you that you will use to enter the webinar – the link will look something like https://web.zoom.us/j/4677?pwd=KaWtnbVFYUT09”. 3. A few minutes before the webinar is scheduled to begin, you can try entering the webinar by clicking on the link that was provided. If that does not work, simply copy and paste the link into your browser's address bar and press enter. 4. The webinar's host will accept you into the webinar when he/she is ready to begin. 5. If your device has a camera and/or microphone, the host will probably turn oﬀ your camera and mute your microphone, but that depends on the level of “audience participation” he/she wants; note that you also have control over those capabilities. Remember that even if your device does not have a camera and/or microphone, you will still be able to see and hear the presentation, other participants questions and comments, etc. 6. When the webinar has concluded, you will be disconnected from the session by the host.

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Dear Residents, Stay connected and participate in lively discussions or teleconferences from the comfort of your own home via your computer or your phone, whichever you prefer. If you have not tried one before, that is even more reason to start now and learn something new. Please consider signing up today for the following Watch & Learn Webinars/Teleconferences and stay in the know. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Trish Williamson at twilliamson@suncityaliante.us or call 702-429-1623. Thank you, Trish Williamson Editor, The Breeze

NOVEMBER 2020

WATCH ‘N’ LEARN

YEAR END PLANNING & POST ELECTION INVESTMENT CONSIDERATIONS

DESPITE COVID-19, THE NEED FOR GOOD DENTAL CARE IS IMPORTANT

Thursday November 12, 1:30 pm

Friday, November 20, 2 p.m.

You will be eligible to win a $25 Gift Certiﬁcate To Smith's Grocery if you attend this seminar.

You will be eligible for a $100 discount on Dental Care at Shadow Mountain on Decatur if you attend this seminar.

Attend this live webinar presented by Wealth Optimization & Protection Strategist Adam Goodman as he will be discussing takeaways from the general election, year-end planning considerations and his top investment ideas for retirees and conservative individuals. In appreciation of your time, at the end of the webinar all attendees will be entered in a gift card giveaway. Investment Advisory Services are oﬀered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance and annuity products are provided separately through Adam Goodman

A ZOOM Link will be published in future Webinar eBlasts. If you have any questions, please email clientservices@askadamgoodman.com or call Kathleen at 702-945-2735 or Trish Williamson at 702-429-1623.

DR. DEVIN'S PERFECT POSTURE PROGRAM Tuesday, November 17, 11 a.m. You will be eligible to win a $50 Gift Certiﬁcate To BJ's Restaurant if you attend this seminar. Nothing in life makes us look (and feel) older than bad posture. Posture is the next big conversation in antiaging, and improving posture will help reduce pain, increase energy, and improve sleep. Join us for this live webinar that will help you correct the 'hump' in your back, walk smoother, sit taller and stand up straighter! Yo u a re i n v i t e d t o a Z o o m meeting. When: November 17, 2020 11:00 AM Paciﬁc Time (US and Canada)

There is no need to delay scheduling routine cleanings, ﬁllings or crowns or seeking help if you have a severe toothache, swelling or another dental emergency because of the COVID-19. Shadow Mountain Dental is open to assist you with all of your dental needs and has all the health guidelines in place, required by state and federal health authorities and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, such as wearing masks, social distancing, handwashing and overall sanitizing. Join Dr. Shahrestani, owner of Shadow Mountain Dental Group and Orthodontics for an informative ZOOM webinar on November 20 at 2:00 p.m. and learn how dental health relates to overall health including: • • • • • •

The importance of oral and dental hygiene to your overall body What conditions/diseases can be linked to lack of proper dental hygiene Why you may need a night guard The role does saliva plays in dental health How scaling and root planning protect your teeth How medication can aﬀect your oral health

To RSVP for a ZOOM Conference, please email Brandon or Kayla at kaeckerb@pacden.com or call 702-577-1941. A ZOOM Link will be published in future Webinar eBlasts. If you have any questions, contract Trish Williamson at 702-4291623 or email TWilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

Register in advance for this meeting through a Zoom Link sent out in the weekly Webinar eBlast. After registering, you will receive a conﬁrmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Trish Williamson at 702-429-1623 or twilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

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NOVEMBER 2020

FEATURE STORY

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE US POSTAL SERVICE The history of the United States Postal Service is rooted in a single, great principle: that every person in the United States - no matter who, no matter where - has the right to equal access to secure, eﬃcient, and aﬀordable mail service. Compiled by Trish Williamson

Pony Express Rider

The story of the United States Postal Service (USPS) begins in 1775 when the Second Continental Congress named Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) as its first American Postmaster General. Franklin put in place the foundation for many aspects of today's mail system. In 1753, Benjamin Franklin, who had been Postmaster of Philadelphia, became one of two joint Postmasters General for the colonies. He made numerous improvements to the mail system, including setting up new, more efficient colonial routes and cutting delivery time in half between Philadelphia and New York by having a weekly mail wagon travel both day and night via relay teams. Franklin also debuted the first-rate chart, which standardized delivery costs based on distance and weight. In 1774, the British fired Franklin from his postmaster job because of his revolutionary activities. However, the following year, he was appointed postmaster general of the United Colonies by the

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Continental Congress. When Franklin was sent to France as a diplomat in late 1776, he left a vastly improved mail system, with routes from Florida to Maine and regular service between the colonies and Britain.

Franklin and his fellow patriots saw a robust mail system as critical to the nation's welfare. A healthy postal network facilitated communication among army commanders and the ﬁrst elected representatives, and their constituents; newspapers sent through the mail-enabled Americans to participate in political life and were delivered free through the mail for many years. Low – or no – postage on newspapers translated to high circulation. In the early 1830s Frenchman Alexis de Tocqueville, touring the United States, observed that “nothing is easier than to set up a newspaper, as a small number of subscribers suﬃces to defray the expenses… In America, there is scarcely a hamlet that has not its newspaper.”

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As directed by Congress, postal officials first extended the mail system geographically, adding mail routes and Post Offices to embrace communities up and down the coast and then westward, keeping pace with the traveling frontier. In the early years, mail was delivered by stagecoach and mounted couriers. The first U.S. mail traveled to California by steamship, via the Isthmus of Panama, in 1848. The ocean routes via Panama remained a vital link in the nation's mail system until the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869. Once the railroad was finished, mail carried on railroad cars became the primary connection between frontier settlers and families back home. For four months before the completion of the transcontinental telegraph line in 1861, the Post Office Department contracted with the privately-operated Pony Express to speed dispatches across the American West. Although the Pony Express operated for only about 18 months and never turned a profit, the image of its riders galloping across the Plains and changing horses at a run still captures the American imagination. One of the stops between Railway Post Office, 1940 Missouri and California was the Roby Valley Express Station in Elko, Nevada. Meanwhile, the “iron horse” was speeding delivery times nationwide. The Post Office Department introduced © United States Postal Service. All rights reserved several improvements during the Civil War which made it easier to send and receive mail. As soldiers sometimes had trouble acquiring postage stamps, they could mail letters without stamps beginning in July 1861 by writing “Soldier's Letter” on the envelope; postage was collected from the recipient. In July 1863, Congress provided that free delivery be established for cities. For the first time, Americans had to put street addresses on their mail. To check for mail, city dwellers no longer had to wait in long lines at crowded Post Offices. Experimental rural free delivery (RFD) service began in 1896 out of three Post Offices in West Virginia; within a year 44 routes were underway in 29 states. The service proved enormously popular and was declared permanent in 1902. In 1911, the Postal Savings System was set up to provide basic financial services when banks largely ignored the needs of average citizens. In 1913, the Post Office Department Rural carrier, 1908 introduced Parcel Post – © United States Postal Service. All rights reserved affordable parcel delivery available to all Americans that opened a new world of mail-order merchandise to many, especially in rural areas, which opened the way for catalog companies to make huge profits.

FEATURE STORY General and the Secretary of War reached an agreement: The Army Signal Corps would lend its planes and pilots to the Post Office to start an airmail service. Once the Post Office Department had proven the viability of commercial flight, airmail service was turned over to private carriers flying under contract with the Department in 1926. Before Charles Lindbergh made his record-breaking solo transatlantic flight in 1927, he flew the mail. He was the chief pilot for Robertson Aircraft Corp., which was contracted for airmail service between Chicago and St. Louis in 1926.

The booming post-World War II economy led to ever-increasing amounts of mail and a mounting deficit. A course correction was needed. The Postal Reorganization Act of 1970 gave the United States Postal Service the freedom to make many – but not all – of its own business decisions. Some of the most important decisions – ratesetting and labor negotiations, affecting its greatest source of revenue and its greatest expense – were still largely decided externally. Post office Drop Box 1920s

Domestic Air Mail became obsolete in 1975 when the Post Oﬃce began transporting First-Class mail by air on a routine basis. On a national scale, lucrative contracts for mail transportation spurred the development of the American transportation network – from stagecoach routes to railroads to airlines. For two centuries, Americans have depended on the U.S. Postal © United States Postal Service. Service. Right now, it is the only All rights reserved government agency that visits our homes and businesses on most days… the USPS is keeping us supplied with food, clothing, distance-schooling materials, prescription drugs, and books to keep us informed during this unprecedented time. It is a federal service that is rated highly by most Americans, according to a 2019 Gallup poll. This November, with the virus still holding a grip on our lives, millions of Americans will depend on the USPS to vote. (Sources: “The United States Postal Service - An American History,” History.com and USPS.com)

By the onset of World War I, the Post Oﬃce oﬃcials urged Congress to provide money to launch airmail service. In 1918, the Postmaster

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HEALTH & FITNESS

NOVEMBER 2020

WHEN AND WHERE - TO GET YOUR FLU SHOT HEALTH MYTH BUSTERS Experts say the flu vaccine is key to avoiding 'twindemic’ By Sarah Elizabeth Adler The latest worry for doctors and health experts across the country is the possibility of a "twindemic" - an overlap between coronavirus outbreaks and flu cases during the upcoming 2020-2021 flu season - that could sicken countless Americans and overburden the nation's health care system. Older adults in particular are at higher risk of severe illness from both COVID19 and influenza, which experts say makes getting a flu shot this year including timing your shot and choosing the right type of vaccine - more important than ever.

FACT: People of all ages can be infected by the COVID-19 virus Older people and younger people can be infected by the COVID-19 virus. Older people, and people with pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and heart disease appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with the virus. WHO advises people of all ages to take steps to protect themselves from the virus, for example by following good hand hygiene and good respiratory hygiene.

When should I get vaccinated? Flu shot availability began popping up at pharmacy chains and doctors' offices this summer, but when it comes to getting the shot, earlier isn't better. "The best time to get vaccinated is from mid-September through the month of October," says William Schaffner, M.D., medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases. That's because the immunity conferred by the flu shot wanes over time, particularly for older adults. Getting vaccinated too soon, for instance, in August, could mean losing protection while the 2020-2021 flu season is still in full swing.

FACT: The prolonged use of medical masks* when properly worn, DOES NOT cause CO2 intoxication nor oxygen deﬁciency

Experts aren't able to predict how long a given ﬂu season will last, but activity typically peaks between December and February and can last as late as May.

The prolonged use of medical masks can be uncomfortable. However, it does not lead to CO2 intoxication nor oxygen deﬁciency. While wearing a medical mask, make sure it ﬁts properly and that it is tight enough to allow you to breathe normally. Do not re-use a disposable mask and always change it as soon as it gets damp.

Which flu shot is right for me? Adults 65 and older should ask their health care provider for either the high-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccine, Schaffner says, both of which produce a stronger immune response (and therefore more protection against the flu) in older adults.

* Medical masks (also known as surgical masks) are ﬂat or pleated; they are aﬃxed to the head with straps or have ear loops.

This year, the high-dose vaccine is quadrivalent instead of trivalent - meaning it protects against four strains of flu instead of three - and a quadrivalent version of the adjuvanted vaccine will also be available. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), manufacturers are ramping up their flu vaccine production this year, with no significant delays in distribution reported so far. Where can I get the flu shot? Some locations that typically offer flu shots, like workplaces, won't be able to this year due to concerns around maintaining coronavirus precautions such as social distancing. But pharmacies (including national chains like CVS and Walgreens), doctors' offices and health departments around the country are still offering vaccines, which are typically free with insurance. Schaffner says that some medical practices in suburban areas are even planning to host drive-up flu shot clinics, which will allow people to get vaccinated without stepping foot in the office. Others, he says, have already shifted their scheduling to offer flu shot-only appointments in the morning or late afternoon, which help patients minimize the time they spend inside and around others. No matter where you go, be prepared to wear a face mask during your appointment and to observe other COVID-related precautions, like getting a temperature check and waiting 6 feet away from other patients. (Source: AARP, August 27, 2020)

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FACT: Spraying and introducing bleach or another disinfectant into your body WILL NOT protect you against COVID-19 and can be dangerous Do not under any circumstance spray or introduce bleach or any other disinfectant into your body. These substances can be poisonous if ingested and cause irritation and damage to your skin and eyes. Bleach and disinfectant should be used carefully to disinfect surfaces only. Remember to keep chlorine (bleach) and other disinfectants out of reach of children. (Source: World Health Organization)

HEALTH & FITNESS

NOVEMBER 2020

ANNOUNCING OUR NEWEST CLASS WITH FITNESS INSTRUCTOR – LUCY PANDOLFO JOHNSTON - “CHAIR-NOVATIONS” FRIDAYS - 11 A.M. • Geared toward all levels (beginners advanced enthusiasts). • Safely exercising on and around a chair. • Lively, full-body workout to upbeat music. • Strength exercises using a variety of equipment (weights, bands, etc.). • Balance and other variations of exercises. • Conclude with gentle stretch and relaxation. To make a reservation, please call the Front Desk at 702-638-5063 or email SCALCCReservations@suncityaliante.us and provide your name, address, phone number and date/time requested. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please give a "courtesy call" to the Front Desk so another resident may enjoy your time. We appreciate your thoughtfulness.

NEWS & NOTES TOO MANY CHOICES!

Buying a new Windows PC computer for Sun City Aliante residents is a big task because there are so many choices. As a result, we often keep an old, slow computer until it fails, taking our signiﬁcant documents and memories with it.Too late! I recommend replacing your computer before it fails.

A computer has about ﬁve years of reliable life. Computers with Windows 7 were last sold in 2014. So, if your computer has a sticker on it saying it was made for Windows 7, it is time to replace it. A new computer will cost $600-$1000. Laptop vs. desktop computer is just a matter of taste. They are both equally powerful. Laptops are slightly more expensive but easier to hold and carry. For both, the biggest drivers of price are: screen size, the central processor (CPU), and the hard drive. Bigger and faster means more expensive. In the Sun City Aliante Community Center Library and Computer Room, I have placed copies of my complete Computer Shopping Guide with recommendations on screen size, CPU, hard drive, and many more. I designed it for the needs of Sun City Aliante residents. My goal was to make something you can take to the store; so, you can get “enough computer” without buying too much and spending too much money for features you do not need. If you can't make it to the Community Center, send an email to me at scalcomputerguy@gmail.com, and I will be glad to email it to you. I am not currently holding my free computer clinics, but if you have any questions or problems with your computer, I am glad to answer them by email. Jim Davis Sun City Computer Guy | scalcomputerguy@gmail.com

DANCE YOUR WAY TO BETTER BRAIN HEALTH Join a dance class to exercise your brain and body. Exercise is not only good for your body; it is good for your brain! Sticking to a regular workout plan can be tough, but including activity in your routine does not need to be boring. Scientists have found that the areas of the brain that control memory and skills such as planning and organizing improve with exercise. Dance has the added dimensions of rhythm, balance, music, and a social setting that enhances the beneﬁts of simple movement – and can be fun! The Science of Dance At the University of Illinois at Chicago, through the CDCfunded Prevention Research Centers' Healthy Brain Research Network, researchers designed a Latin ballroom dance program for older sedentary adults. Participants in the program, BAILAMOS©, reported improvements in memory, attention, and focus.3 In a separate ballroom dance program, older people experiencing mild cognitive impairment improved their thinking and memory after a 10-month-long ballroom dancing class. So, how can you get moving? • Sign up for a dance class and invite your friends to join. Find classes at your local community college, YMCA, dance studio, or community center • Try dancing at home by following along with a DVD or videos on YouTube. Easy-to-follow, free exercise videos are available at the National Institute on Aging's Go4Life YouTube channel. • For an extra challenge, try using small weights to build strength. Keep a 2-pound or 5-pound weight in each hand while doing your dance routine. For more ideas on strength exercises, visit Go4LifeExternal. (Source: CDC – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

NOVEMBER 2020

We asked Sun City Residents to submit articles and photographs that described some of the activities they were involved in during the past few months, while they were “sheltering in place.” Thank you to everyone for your submissions.

HERE IS A SAMPLING OF WHAT SOME RESIDENTS WERE DOING TO CHASE AWAY THE CORONAVIRUS VIRUS BLUES THE 8-BALLERS ARE BACK IN FULL FORCE A big shout out from our 8 Ballers to our BOD and Community Center staff! The five new Diamond pool tables are stellar, as is our new Billiard Club space in this amazing new Community Center. There are quite a few smiles behind our masks!! We are navigating our restrictions to guarantee safe play for the club, as our 8Ballers motto is “Safety first, Fun second.” ~Submitted by David Meteyer

Happy Birthday Pat In celebration of Pat Blossey's birthday on the ﬁrst day of autumn, Jim and Pat Blossey visited the gorgeous fall display at the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in the Bellagio Hotel & Casino. In addition to the Fountains at the front of the resort, the Conservatory and Botanical Garden, which debuted with the property in 1998, is one of the more popular free attractions in Las Vegas. It features rotating, elaborate, seasonal displays changed ﬁve times per year. ~ Submitted by Jim Blossey, Neighborhood Watch Coordinator

ACCOLADES TO THE VETERANS CLUB FOR THE NEW VETERANS MONUMENT

SCORING THE FIRST BREAK ON THE NEW BILLIARD TABLES

Hi Sy and Lois, We wanted to let you know how nice the area around the veteran's tributes look. You did a wonderful job with the planning of it and the landscaping. Rick and I stopped by last night around 6 p.m., and it was so peaceful and calm. Very nice. Just wanted to let you know how impressed we were. Take care and be safe.

On September 21, 2020 at 8:30 a.m., Eight Ballers' Club members John Scia and Don Barclay were the ﬁrst to play pool on the handsome new Billiard tables. John was ﬁrst to break and then Don won the game.

~ Submitted by Martha and Rick Martin

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~ Submitted by John Scia a n d D o n Barclay

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NOVEMBER 2020

HISTORICAL SPOTLIGHT

Ernie resting with a Marine patrol (courtesy of the National WWII Museum.)

The Breeze continues publishing special articles in “Historical Spotlight” commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the end of World War II. Thank you to BOD Treasurer, Nancy Prince, for this article celebrating the contributions of American journalist Ernie Pyle to the war eﬀort.

A SALUTE TO VETERANS AND A THANK YOU TO ERNIE PYLE By Nancy Prince, Treasurer, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. When Germany surrendered to the Allies in Reims, France on May 7, 1945, millions of people celebrated the following day, May 8, now known as V-E Day (Victory in Europe). After nearly 6 years, the war in Europe was finally over; but the war in the Pacific raged on. The official end of World War II came when Japan officially surrendered to the Allies aboard the USS Missouri on September 2, 1945, thus marking V-J Day (Victory in Japan). As we honor all of our Veterans this November 11, special recognition to a war correspondent from World War II is also in order. Ernie Pyle was an acclaimed American journalist best known for his stories about ordinary American soldiers and sailors during World War II. His folksy style of writing captivated readers of his newspaper columns back home while our troops fought for our freedoms and world peace. Ernie embedded himself with the Army infantry, Marines, air pilots, naval carriers, and ground personnel. He was with them in England, North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and finally, in the Pacific where he was killed by enemy fire on Ie Shima, a small island off Okinawa, on April 18, just 6 days after the death of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. And yet, the war went on with the determination of our armed forces to bring an end to the conflict. While the front-line infantry faced unrelenting dangers throughout the war, there were also masses of troops behind the lines of combat providing massive support to the troops. Ernie was able to talk with these “boys” – most were younger than 20, away from their family farm or small hometown for the first time in their lives – who just wanted someone to listen to them. President Truman spoke of how Pyle “told the story of the American fighting man as American fighting men wanted it told.”

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(history.com) Here are a few poignant excerpts from Ernie's articles from the book “Ernie's War,” by David Nichols, 1986. (Simon & Schuster, Inc.) “IN THE FRONT L I N E S N E A R MATEUR, TUNISIA, May 5, 1943 – They say you never hear the shell that hits you. Fortunately, I don't know about that, but I do know that the closer they hit the less time you hear them. Those landing within a Ernie won a Pulitzer Prize for his writing hundred yards you hear Nationalarchives.org only about a second before they hit. The sound produces a special kind of horror inside you that is something more than mere fright. It is a confused form of acute desperation. “Each time, you are sure this is the one. You can't help but duck. Whether you shut your eyes or not I don't know, but I do know you become instantly so weak that your joints feel all gone. It takes about ten minutes to get back to normal. “Shells that come too close make veterans jump just the same as the neophytes. Once we heard three shells in the air at the same time, all headed for us. It wasn't possible for me to get three times as weak as usual, but after they had all crashed safely a hundred yards away I know I would have had to grunt and strain mightily to lift a soda cracker.”

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continued from page 28 "IN NORMANDY July 7, 1944 - The six hours of nighttime go swiftly for our ack-ack battery, which is a blessing. Time races when you are firing. And in the long lulls between the waves of enemy planes, you doze and catnap and the time gets away. "Once, during a lull long after midnight, half a dozen of the boys in our gunpit start singing softly. Their voices are excellent. Very low and sweetly they sing in perfect harmony, such songs as ‘I've Been Workin' on the Railroad' and 'Tipperary.' "There isn't anything forced, or dramatic about it. It's just half a dozen young fellows singing because they like to sing - and the fact that they are in a gunpit in France shooting at people, trying to kill them, is just a circumstance." (page 302) "OFF THE OKINAWA BEACHHEAD, April 3, 1945 - We are in a convoy. Many big ships are lined up in columns with our warships escort on the outsides. We are an impressive sight - yet we are only one of many similar convoys. "We left from many different places. We have been on our way many days. We are the biggest, strongest force ever to sail in the Pacific. We are going into what we expect to be the biggest battle so far in the Pacific.

"We are carrying Marines. Some of them are going into combat for the first time. Others are veterans from as far back as Guadalcanal. They are a rough, unshaven, competent bunch of Americans. I am landing with them. I feel I am in good hands." (page 402) And thanks to our veterans, our grateful nation is also in good hands. O n Ve t e r a n s D a y, w e solemnly salute the sacrifices that all of our veterans have given. All in our military gave something. Some - too many - gave their all. Ernie Pyle helps us salute our veterans and remember their sacrifices, whenever, wherever, and however they served. Thanks, Ernie!

At this spot the 77th Infantry Division lost a buddy, Ernie Pyle, 18 April, 1945 nationalarchive.org

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BOOK CLUB The Book Club selection for November is Talking to Strangers, by Malcolm Gladwell. Join us for a discussion at the Community Center at 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2020. For a list of upcoming book selections, please visit our website at www.scaliante.com. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468.

CERAMICS CLUB

CHARTERED CLUBS SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS SEASON OF GIVING 2020 It is now November and Seniors with Warm Hearts have adopted a new approach this year to help spread a little extra happiness to those in need this Thanksgiving, Chanukah and Christmas Season. Due to the Covid-19 restrictions in place at our Community Center, we will have to forego having our “Giving Tree” for the Seniors with Warm Hearts Season of Giving 2020. Here's how you can help: 1) You can purchase a gift card from Walmart, Target, Amazon or any Supermarket; or if you decide, food gift cards for places like McDonalds, Subway, Panda Express, etc. and these will be distributed to Project 150, Street Teens and SAFE House. Any dollar value is welcome.

The holidays are just around the corner and members of the Ceramics Club are busy working on their holiday items to give as a gift or for decorating their homes. Come join them and create your fun item. As sanitation and social distancing guidelines are in place in the Community Center, you will need to make a reservation to participate. Please call Jill Ernest at 702-954-6299 to make a reservation. Club times are 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays. All participants will be required to wear face masks. All seating will be 6 feet apart. Tables will be marked for seating. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Other procedures will be explained when you come to class. Now that Ceramics Club members are back, they hope to see some new faces join us as well as all their current members. New members are always welcome, and they have certified teachers ready to help you if needed. For any questions or more information regarding the club, contact Jill Ernest at 702954-6299 or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899.

AMERICAN MAH JONGG CLUB Dear American Mah Jongg players, I miss seeing everyone in person and hearing from you. Have you missed hearing the clicking of the tiles? If so, try going online to Real Mah Jongg.com. You can play against the computer, with your friend or meet new people. In any case, you can keep up your skill. I just heard from the National Mah Jongg League. I will again be the collector for the 2021 cards. There has been a price increase. The standard cards now cost $9.00 and the large print cards are $10.00. You may write a check for the appropriate amount and making it payable to me. If you have any questions for concerns, please contact me at 702-633-5798 or owllady43@gmail.com.

2) You can make a check payable to Project 150 for their Thanksgiving or Christmas family meal which they do each year. Your $25 donation will supply a teen and their family of four with a HOLIDAY MEAL of your choice. 3) You can make a check payable to Serving Our Kids Foundation. Your $25 donation will help Serving Our Kids purchase the food items they buy to make up their weekend food bags. Smaller or larger donations are always accepted. We will offer members of our community the opportunity to donate to these groups. As you may know, the need is much greater this year due to the pandemic. Your donation will help support the organizations' efforts to assist those in the Las Vegas area who really need their help. We will have a drop box located in the Community Center in the Front Desk (just inside the Main Entrance) where you can drop off your checks or gift cards made out to the charity of your choice. The box will be available from Monday, November 2 to Wednesday, December 16. If you wish to donate to a specific charity, please indicate that on your envelope. Please consider donating to one of these groups and a small explanation of each non-profit is listed below: • • • •

Street Teens (supports and assists homeless and at-risk teens) SAFE House (a domestic violence victim's shelter) Project 150 (supports and assists homeless and at-risk teens) Serving Our Kids Foundation (supplies weekend food bags for needy elementary school children)

We appreciate the community's eﬀort in making the holiday season a little brighter for those who are served by these organizations. Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 19 at 11 a.m. in the Vista Room. New members are always welcome. For further information regarding the organizations we assist or about our group, please contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289.

Arlene Harris American Mah Jongg Club Chair

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CHARTERED CLUBS SENIORS ASSISTING SENIORS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We make a living by what we get. We make life by what we give. ~ Winston Churchill SAS is looking for volunteers to answer the SAS phone and to be of assistance to residents during certain assigned times. We also need people to ﬁll in when necessary. As a SAS volunteer you will be assigned the SAS phone during your designated time. The assignment will occur once a year for a half month (1st through 15th or 16th to the end of the month). Our mission includes, but not limited to, changing light bulbs, smoke/CO2 detector batteries, furnace/AC ﬁlters and adding salt to water softeners. In addition, we loan out durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, bedside toilets, knee walkers, etc. The total number of calls received, and time involved are minimal (maybe 7-8 calls per week). This is a valuable free service we provide to our residents and is greatly appreciated by those who are unable to perform these services themselves. Any resident of Sun City Aliante is invited to Volunteer. A Senior Assisting Seniors (SAS) meeting is scheduled for November 10 in the Vista Room at 4 pm. SAS is asking residents to step up and serve as volunteers to build up the roster of SAS members serving our community.

The Auxiliary has a new Chairperson to collect grocery store coupons for the Veterans overseas. Her name is Kathy Huston. If anyone is interested in saving coupons, please cut and separate them. They could be expired up to 6 months. Please bring them to the Community Center's Vista Room the 3rd Tuesday of every month. The Veterans Auxiliary had a speaker at the September meeting, Sgt. Dixie Thompson. She was one of the ﬁrst woman Military Police and was a MP on duty in 1974. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting on November 17. Please mark your calendar. Stay safe and stay well. The Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday every month. Co-Chairs Donna Lawhead (donnavegas10@gmail.com) Lynda Towers (lynda1229@msn.com)

VETERANS CLUB Hello November,

Please contact David Hollander at 702-981-3149 or email at david_hollander2003@yahoo.com if you have any questions or wish to volunteer.

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS The Sun City Aliante Songsters have been meeting on Zoom to continue to connect with their members. Considering the continuing health guidelines directed by Nevada Governor Sisolak, they will not present a holiday concert. The Songsters have donated $500 to Three Square Food Bank in support of the continuing unemployment and other hardships that the Las Vegas community is facing due to the health crisis. The mission of Three Square Food Bank is to provide wholesome food to hungry people, while passionately pursuing a hunger-free community. They combine food banking (warehousing canned and boxed goods), food rescue (obtaining surplus or unused meats, bread, dairy and produce from hospitality and grocery outlets) and ready-to-eat meals and strive to be the most complete food solution for Southern Nevada. The Songsters will evaluate whether they will present a spring 2021 concert in December. If you have any questions about Songsters, please contact the Director Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583.

VETERANS AUXILIARY Hello from the Veterans Auxiliary! Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! The Veterans Auxiliary is ﬁnishing working on blankets, which will be delivered to all the Veterans at the Veterans Hospital on November 30.

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Finally, fall as arrived, and our temperatures are back to normal. It so beautiful seeing the leaves changing colors again. The Veterans Club did not meet in September due to situation at the Community Center getting ready for a soft opening. We did, however, meet with the Scouts to put ﬂags up for Labor Day through the September 11th anniversary. We had a great turnout of Scouts and the usual suspects who consistently volunteer for this amazing event. The next ﬂags up event will be held on November 7, and we will take them down on November 14. We welcome all volunteers. On a very special note, for those of you who visit the Community Center, please take notice of the beautiful Veteran's Memorial Monument that was recently installed and refurbished in front of the main entrance to the building and the memorial pavers that were installed in front of the Monument. It truly just takes your breath away when you see all the pavers which are dedicated to everyone's loved ones. Thank you, Jerry Balu and Sy Nielson, for taking on this wonderful project. To all the residents who are still interested in purchasing a memorial paver, it is not too late. Applications are still available. The cost is 130.00. Applications can be obtained at the Front Desk in the Community Center or through Sy Nielson. Our next meeting of the Veterans Club is scheduled for November 17 at 6:30 p.m.in the Vista Room. Remember, you do not have to be a Veteran to join us. We have a proud history since the club was formed back in June 2010. We look forward to getting back to normal soon and getting back to business. Stay well and healthy, Wanda Tacey and David Hollander Chair and Vice Chair, The Veterans Club

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CDC recommends that people wear masks in public settings and when around people who don't live in your household, especially when other social distancing measures are diﬃcult to maintain. Masks may help prevent people who have COVID-19 from spreading the virus to others. Masks are most likely to reduce the spread of COVID-19 when they are widely used by people in public settings. Masks should NOT be worn by children under the age of 2 or anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Masks with exhalation valves or vents should NOT be worn to help prevent the person wearing the mask from spreading COVID-19 to others (source control).

reaching others to aid with source control. However, masks with one-way valves or vents allow air to be exhaled through a hole in the material, which can result in expelled respiratory droplets that can reach others. This type of mask does not prevent the person wearing the mask from transmitting COVID-19 to others. Therefore, CDC does not recommend using masks for source control if they have an exhalation valve or vent.

EVIDENCE FOR EFFECTIVENESS OF MASKS Masks are recommended as a simple barrier to help prevent respiratory droplets from traveling into the air and onto other people when the person wearing the mask coughs, sneezes, talks, or raises their voice. This is called source control. This recommendation is based on what we know about the role respiratory droplets play in the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, paired with emerging evidence from clinical and laboratory studies that shows masks reduce the spray of droplets when worn over the nose and mouth. COVID-19 spreads mainly among people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet), so the use of masks is particularly important in settings where people are close to each other or where social distancing is diﬃcult to maintain. CDC's recommendations for masks will be updated as new scientiﬁc evidence becomes available. •

COVID-19 can be spread by people who do not have symptoms and do not know that they are infected. That's why it's important for everyone to wear masks in public settings and practice social distancing (staying at least 6 feet away from other people).

WHO SHOULD NOT WEAR A MASK • • •

Children younger than 2 years old Anyone who has trouble breathing Anyone who is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance

MASKS WITH EXHALATION VALVES OR VENTS The purpose of masks is to keep respiratory droplets from

FACE SHIELDS • A face shield is primarily used for eye protection for the person wearing it. At this time, it is not known what level of protection a face shield provides to people nearby from the spray of respiratory droplets from the wearer. There is currently not enough evidence to support the eﬀectiveness of face shields for source control. Therefore, CDC does not currently recommend use of face shields as a substitute for masks. • However, wearing a mask may not be feasible in every situation for some people, for example, people who are deaf or hard of hearing—or those who care for or interact with a person who is hearing impaired. Here are some considerations for individuals who must wear a face shield instead of a mask: • Although evidence on face shields is limited, the available data suggest that the following face shields may provide better source control than others: • ·Face shields that wrap around the sides of the wearer's face and extend below the chin.Hooded face shields. • Face shield wearers should wash their hands before and after removing the face shield and avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth when removing it. • Disposable face shields should only be worn for a single use and disposed of according to manufacturer instructions. • Reusable face shields should be cleaned and disinfected after each use according to manufacturer instructions or by following CDC face shield cleaning instructions . • Plastic face shields for newborns and infants are NOT recommended. (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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Social Distancing Keep a Safe Distance to Slow the Spread Social distancing should be practiced in combination with other everyday preventive actions to reduce the spread of COVID-19, including wearing masks, avoiding touching your face with unwashed hands, and frequently washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Why practice social distancing? COVID-19 spreads mainly among people who are in close contact (within about 6 feet) for a prolonged period. Spread happens when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, and droplets from their mouth or nose are launched into the air and land in the mouths or noses of people nearby. The droplets can also be inhaled into the lungs. Recent studies indicate that people who are infected but do not have symptoms likely also play a role in the spread of COVID19. Since people can spread the virus before they know they are sick, it is important to stay at least 6 feet away from others when possible, even if you-or they-do not have any symptoms. Social distancing is especially important for people who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. If you are sick with COVID-19, have symptoms consistent with COVID-19, or have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, it is important to stay home and away from other people until it is safe to be around others.

COVID-19 can live for hours or days on a surface, depending on factors such as sunlight, humidity, and the type of surface. It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or eyes. However, this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads. Social distancing helps limit opportunities to come in contact with contaminated surfaces and infected people outside the home. Although the risk of severe illness may be diﬀerent for everyone, anyone can get and spread COVID-19. Everyone has a role to play in slowing the spread and protecting themselves, their family, and their community. In addition to practicing everyday steps to prevent COVID-19, keeping space between you and others is one of the best tools we have to avoid being exposed to this virus and slowing its spread in communities.

Tips for Social Distancing When going out in public, it is important to stay at least 6 feet away from other people and wear a mask to slow the spread of COVID-19. Consider the following tips for practicing social distancing when you decide to go out. •

Know Before You Go: Before going out, know and follow the guidance from local public health authorities where you live.

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Prepare for Transportation: Consider social distancing options to travel safely when running errands or commuting to and from work, whether walking, bicycling, wheelchair rolling, or using public transit, rideshares, or taxis. When using public transit, try to keep at least 6 feet from other passengers or transit operators - for example, when you are waiting at a bus station or selecting seats on a bus or train. When using rideshares or taxis, avoid pooled rides where multiple passengers are picked up, and sit in the back seat in larger vehicles so you can remain at least 6 feet away from the driver. Follow these additional tips to protect yourself while using transportation.

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Limit Contact When Running Errands: Only visit stores selling household essentials in person when you absolutely need to, and stay at least 6 feet away from others who are not from your household while shopping and in lines. If possible, use drive-thru, curbside pick-up, or delivery services to limit faceto-face contact with others. Maintain physical distance between yourself and delivery service providers during exchanges and wear a mask.

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Choose Safe Social Activities: It is possible to stay socially connected with friends and family who don't live in your home by calling, using video chat, or staying connected through social media. If meeting others in person (e.g., at small outdoor gatherings, yard or driveway gathering with a small group of friends or family members), stay at least 6 feet from others who are not from your household. Follow these steps to stay safe if you will be participating in personal and social activities outside of your home.

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Keep Distance at Events and Gatherings: It is safest to avoid crowded places and gatherings where it may be difficult to stay at least 6 feet away from others who are not from your household. If you are in a crowded space, try to keep 6 feet of space between yourself and others at all times, and wear a mask. Masks are especially important in times when physical distancing is difficult. Pay attention to any physical guides, such as tape markings on floors or signs on walls, directing attendees to remain at least 6 feet apart from each other in lines or at other times. Allow other people 6 feet of space when you pass by them in both indoor and outdoor settings.

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Stay Distanced While Being Active: Consider going for a walk, bike ride, or wheelchair roll in your neighborhood or in another safe location where you can maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and other pedestrians and cyclists. If you decide to visit a nearby park, trail, or recreational facility, ﬁrst check for closures or restrictions. If open, consider how many other people might be there and choose a location where it will be possible to keep at least 6 feet of space between yourself and other people who are not from your household. (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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CHARTERED CLUBS

NOVEMBER 2020

Chartered Clubs,

as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. ese clubs are sanctioned strictly for the members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A household guest will be allowed to participate at club activities, in compliance with required guest policies and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the Board, as well as their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club charter, feel free to call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061.

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Jo Cox at 702-646-3467 and xnnaj@aol.com

Aliante’s Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Contact classychefs@yahoo.com or Amy Redd at 501-773-5201.

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m. Classes taught on Fridays 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 702-633-5798 and owllady43@gmail.com.

Art Workshop. Meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. Contact Karen Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Denise Simon at simond2571@gmail.com.

Basketball Club. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Contact Bob Ingertson at 702-680-0967 and ringertson@gmail.com

Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468. For book selections, visit visit www.scaliante.com

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday from 6:30-9 p.m. Contact Mary Kaufmann at 702405 7092 and mjk89084@cox.net.

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and

Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays from

1- 4 p.m. This game is similar to Canasta. Contact Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol. com. or Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and hwizwag@gmail.com.

Hiking. Meets on the second Tuesday,

Cheryl Gustin at 319-415-0471 or gusto32742@yahoo.com.

Forget-Me-Knots. Needlework, knitting, crochet and jewelry making. Meets Mondays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com.

Glass Crafters. Meets the ﬁrst and

third Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com.

Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Social Hall. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-591-0759 and eeernest@yahoo.com.

Technology Club. Meets the ﬁrst

Contact Art and Sue Davis at 309-714-2348 and artgdavis2@yahoo.com.

Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Vista Ballroom. Contact Wayne Headrick at 702-823-2627 and wayne@headrick.us.

Kaluki. Meets Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact

Tennis. Meets daily for Open Play. Start

Dorothy Martin at 702-399-2045.

Mahjong. Meets Mondays from 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Grace Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com.

Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets

time is 7 a.m. M-S. The Weather may aﬀect start times. Contact Larry Rothstein at 702-649-8766 and lilandlar@aol.com

Veterans of Sun City. Meets the 3rd

every Friday at 1 p.m. Contact Carol Jones at 702-464-5916 or 661-466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com or Alanna Tiehes at 951-313-1349 and tiehes@msn.com. Pan. Meets on Mondays at 6 – 8:30 p.m. and Fridays at 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. For more information contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@cox.net

Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact David Hollander at 702-480-7668 and David_hollander2003@ yahoo.com. The Veterans Auxiliary meets the 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Vista Room. Contact Co-Chair Donna Lawhead at 360-4400704 and Donnavegas10@gmail.com or Lynda Towers at 505-412-2307 and Lynda1229@msn.com.

Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays at 1

The following Special Interest Groups are Board-recognized and may schedule meetings in advance. Please check the calendar.

- 4 p.m. Contact Lillian Williamson at 702242-9298 and busybeaver@cox.net or Lynn Kiedrowski at 702-463-9141 and lynndrwski@ yahoo.com.

Saturdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Jill Ernest Pickleball. Club days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 702-954-6299 and jilljack16@yahoo.com at 8 a.m.Contact Ken Schmitz at 925-708-5728. or Denise Simon at 914-907-6899 Skills and drills on Mondays at 8 a.m. and simond2571@gmail.com. contact Sarah Smith at 702-778-0120 Chicago Scoring Bridge. Meets Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays from 5:30 - 8:30 Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Contact Mary Jane and p.m. and every Sunday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or Contact Rene Swanson at 702-773-2383 mjdagati@aol.com. and reneedswanson@hotmail.com. Club DIAL (Dance in a Line). Poker. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 4 Beginners lessons oﬀered Mondays at p.m. Contact Ralph Punzi at 702-839-9898 and 6:30 p.m. The Club meets every Tuesday at ralphp629@yahoo.com or Qung Go at 6306:30 p.m. Classes and meetings in the Fitness 665-9802 and qungwgo@gmail.com. Studio. Contact Sharon Benac at 702-278-1757 Silver Needles and Threads. or smbenac@gmail.com. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Eight Ballers. Meets Mondays & Thursdays Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - noon. Contact Connie Munson at 612-810-9439 and 10 a.m.- noon. Contact David Meteyer conmun45@gmail.com. at 702-290-3242

Euchre. Meets 1 p.m. on Mondays. Contact

Table Tennis. Meets Monday through

Solos. Social group for singles. Social group for singles.

Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Social group for fun & entertainment. Contact Mel Coloma at 702-556-4622 or Epi Coloma at 571-228-0390.

Bowling.

Meets Tuesdays & Wednesdays at noon at Texas Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-646-9664 and wrongway9664@embarqmail.com.

Havarah. Meets monthly to share & celebrate Jewish holidays/heritage. Contact Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and scahavarah@gmail.com.

Horseshoes. Meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. (summer), and 9 a.m. (fall/winter). Contact Jack Witt at 702-642-6282 or Deena Gaither at 630-341-0994.

Ladies’ Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course. Contact Kay Carow at 847-529-6412 or Vicki Briggs at 303-884-1113.

Minnesota Nice Group. Minnesota folks meet monthly for events. Contact Obbie Harvieux at 702-399-4340 or Rory Raymond at 702-489-2405 to get on mailing list.

Contact Teri Narveson at 702-642-0683 and tnarveson@hotmail.com or Angie Bidell at 702-639-2365 and ambidell@aol.com.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, Social Hall, 4-5 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-5305119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com.

Sun City Aliante Songsters.Meets Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.. Contact Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 or lcompozr@aol.com.

Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line 702-981-3149.

Spades. Meets Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact

Seniors With Warm Hearts. Helps

Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 310-612-3340 and mrssbc@gmail.com. Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-649-1176 and jaxlady@ hotmail.com.

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disadvantaged children. Contact Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391 or Carol Hoyt at 702-647-1289.

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays in Craft Room 2. Beginners 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Advanced Beginners 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com

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