Contents
What’s Inside December 2013
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ASSOCIATION 6
Numbers to Know
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From the Editor’s Desk / In the Loop
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Board Talk: Strategic Community Plan Update
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Kudos Korner
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Thoughts from ARC
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Safety is Everybody’s Business
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Think Ahead: Lock Boxes from the Fire Dept.
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Help, Just Around the Corner
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Hunger is Silent
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Upcoming Events December 2013
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Happy Holidays from the CB Times
COMMUNITY
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Our Corte Bella Santa
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Ask Agnes
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Learn to Properly Water Your Plants
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The Gift of Giving
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Wine Time
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It’s All in the Cards
HEALTH & FITNESS 24
Pickleball News
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Bocce is Back
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Hall of Fame Ownership at CB Golf Club
CULINARY 28
Corte Bella Cooks
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Club & Interest Groups
SOCIAL
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On the Cover “Despite enjoying a similar view of the recreational center hundreds of times from my golf cart on my way to the golf course, I thought a slightly elevated view from the parking lot would offer viewers a unique perspective of the entryway and our recreational center on a late fall afternoon.” Mike Biggs, CB Times Contributing Photographer
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Community Education In Your Backyard
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ASSOCIATION Board of Directors
Community Resources
Corte Bella Administration
Jim Williams President SCP Task Force cortebellajim@cox.net
Guard House, 623-544-3906 Fax: 623-544-3911 Email: securitas@cortebellacca.com Gate Hours: 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Daily Roving Patrol: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. to Noon, and 10:00 P.M. to 11:30 P.M. Saturday — Sunday, 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M., and 10:00 P.M. to Midnight Patrol Cell: 623-256-2907
Association Office 22155 North Mission Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-4 P.M. 623-328-5068
Anacapa Restaurant, 623-455-9045 Hours: Lunch: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M. Tuesday – Saturday Dinner: 4:30 - 8:00 P.M. Tuesday – Saturday Sunday Buffet: 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Closed Mondays
David Jolovitz, Spa & Fitness Mgr. Editor, CB Times, Ext. 225 djolovitz@cortebellacca.com
Bob Rosenberg Vice President Communications Liaison rlrose27@hotmail.com Walt Kearns Treasurer SCP Task Force Finance Committee Liaison walt@wekearns.com Regina Shanney-Saborsky Secretary Chair Architectural Review Committee, Corporate Records Liaison & Government Affairs Committee Liaison rsaborsky@cox.net Bob Moberly Director Anacapa Restaurant Liaison JBMoberly@cox.net Bill Blake Director Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee Liaison WillieB38@cox.net
Corte Bella Website Community Website: www.cortebella.net Residents & Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.org CB Events Group Volunteers CBEventsGroup@cortebellacca.com
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Larry Leighton Director Buildings & Grounds Committee Liaison, Golf Club Liaison ldleighton@yahoo.com
Fitness Center, 623-217-2018 Hours: Monday-Friday, 5 A.M.-9:30 P.M.* Sat & Sun, 6 A.M.-9:30 P.M. *Close at 9:30 PM on all days – until September 2, 2013. Children’s Pool Hours 10 A.M.-1 P.M. & 5-7 P.M. Day Spa, 623-217-2018 8 A.M. to 7 P.M., By Appointment
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Lynda Erickson, CAAM®, PCAM® HOA General Mgr., Ext. 235 lynda.erickson@fsresidential.com
Mark Everts Facilities Manager, Ext. 223 meverts@cortebellacca.com Fred Hernandez, Food & Beverage Mgr. Ext. 233 fhernandez@cortebellacca.com Dan Haywood, Anacapa Executive Chef, Ext. 232 dhaywood@cortebellacca.com Heather Chavez, Administrative Supervisor, Ext. 222 Valerie Brachulis, Administrative Assistant, Ext. 221
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From the Editor’s Desk If you’re reading this, then you have decided to flip open the latest issue of the CB Times. Great choice. You’ll find contained throughout the pages of this magazine helpful plant-maintenance tips from Gothic Grounds Management David Jolovitz, Editor
(pg.21); important news from the Architectural Review Committee (pg. 12); details on a full slate of HOA events (pg. 16-17); even a recipe for Nova Scotia seafood chowder (pg. 28).
Go on, continue through the rest of this handy publication, but before you do, I’ve provided (below) news of our upcoming holiday hours—well, those affecting the Fitness Center and pool area, at least. Happy holidays to all … and good reading!
Christmas Tues., December 24 / 5:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon Wed., December 25 / Closed
New Year’s Tues., December 31 / 5:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Wed., January 1 / Closed
In the Loop This month’s column is inspired by the quote from the movie Field of Dreams which is, “If you build it they will come”. The major section of Loop 303 is nearing completion and the West Valley will start to go through a metamorphosis. About a year or two ago (poor memory due to my advancing years), I spoke to the Regional Vice President of Costco and asked when they plan to build a new store in the Surprise area. His answer at the time was, “When the 303 is completed.” I recently spoke to a department manager in the Arrowhead Bob Rosenberg, Vice President, Board of Directors store and she told me that the next planned store will be in Globe, AZ—Surprise is not yet on the planning board. But, we can now play the guessing game as to when and where they will build it in Surprise. Because of the completion of the 303, plans for a major shopping center at the south end of Surprise will once again be brought back to life, possibly on a smaller scale than originally planned. Housing and other construction will increase, the speed of which will be determined by this strange and unpredictable economy. How Corte Bella will fit into these plans, only the future will tell. The indirect effect will be another choice of shopping locations and businesses to be accessed. The core of Maricopa companies tends to settle in the southeast quadrant of the valley in areas such as Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale and south Phoenix. Perhaps
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there will be a partial shift to the northwest valley for companies seeking new and possible less expensive locations to set up operations. When Loop 101 was completed businesses and housing starting to settle along the new route, which allowed drivers quicker access than the prior local road system. Using this as a guide, expect a parallel situation to occur along Route 303. Hopefully there will be a well-thought-out plan for the future rather than build first and correct later. Surprise, Buckeye, and all other towns affected by this road completion should have a master plan that allows for orderly development at a reasonable pace, rather than the rush to be the first to build. My personal hope is for future construction to include more imagination and less cookie-cutter stores and housing developments. People in the West Valley would appreciate more individual restaurants that have their own charm. Sometimes it is more enticing to walk into individually run stores, rather than the soulless mega-stores. People are starting to gravitate back to the city and town concept. A current example would be the success that Phoenix is having along the route where the Metro Light Rail runs. Tempe is spending millions to insure the future of the Tempe Town Lake; I can only hope the northwest Valley makes a similar investment. The old expression seems to once again ring true, “Everything old is new again.” Editor’s Note: For access to local, up-to-the-minute traffic advisories, or for a direct link to the AZDOT website, visit the “Traffic Advisory Links” page on cortebella.net, under Services.
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Strategic Community Plan (SCP) Update A initial Strategic Community Plan (SCP) Survey Assessment Report was released on November 19, 2013. This report is in fact a working paper intended for use by the SCP Team and Board of Directors to move the SCP process forward. The report uses category groups to help focus on information not evident from reading individual responses. This Jim Williams, President, Board of Directors approach gives a bigger picture view of issues facing Corte Bella. Several key areas of opportunity for the community have been identified, including appearance, home property values, community image, new services and our relationship with
the golf course. Our current effort involves parsing the text responses into “strategic buckets”. With over 5,600 text responses received to 24 questions, it is a huge task. Many responses were very specific (e.g. maintenance), and others spanned many topics and issues (e.g., “One thing you’d change about CB”). Some responses may require more investigation, or perhaps assigned actions. The effort will continue, and when completed will allow the SCP Team to earnestly define Vision, Mission and Goals for Corte Bella. That is the payoff we are all looking forward to.
Kudos Korner CB Times Editorial Staff Special recognition goes out to those residents who have volunteered to help the community in a number of different ways. They are: David McMannes, the CB Web team’s new Classified Ads Administrator. Doug Edwards, recognized for his work with the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) in November’s issue, has more recently been selected as a committee member. Thanks, David and Doug!
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ASSOCIATION
Thoughts from ARC Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Welcome back everyone! ARC wants to take this opportunity to, once again, clarify some misconceptions about the role of the committee and its recent activities. ARC reviews resident applications for compliance with the Design Guidelines and then inspects the completed projects to ensure that the approved application was followed by the vendors. It is the HOA that is responsible for inspecting the community and issuing violation letters, so while ARC has no enforcement ability, the HOA does. ARC also has policies and procedures which have been in place for many years. If an application is rejected, the resident can request reconsideration. If the reconsideration is rejected, there is an appeal process with several committee members and a noncommittee resident member. And finally, if the appeal is rejected, there is no additional recourse. There have been various criticisms that ARC has approved too many variances to the Design Guidelines based on improvements seen in the community which are not in compliance. Any variance requires compelling and extenuating circumstances and to the extent a variance may be given, it is limited to a specific set of facts and often limited to a specific time period. User-friendly does not mean variance-friendly. The reason that there are so many “non-compliant” improvements is that many residents don’t apply to ARC for approval, they just make changes because they want the change or a vendor has said that it is ARC approved. When issues such as these are
brought to light during the HOA community inspections, violations are issued. So please, don’t listen to a vendor and don’t make a change without approval. If in doubt, ask Heather in the HOA office who can either assist or refer you to an ARC member. For ARC, “user-friendly” means that the committee members will work with residents, explain the guidelines, assist vendors who request guidance, and try to accommodate requests regarding the timing of approvals. It also means that each request from a resident (or group of residents) regarding a proposed change to the Guidelines will be discussed and considered by the committee in an open session. ARC reviews the Design Guidelines and plant lists on an annual basis and considers not only the requests made by residents, but also clarifications which would make the Guidelines easier to read and understand. This year, there were some minor modifications and various additions to the plant list. Recommendations are given to the Board who will discuss and ultimately approve or disapprove. Everything is posted well in advance of any Board discussion. If you want to see ARC “in action”, attend an ARC meeting. Our committee members and volunteers all sit at the table but there is room for residents. ARC and its members are trying to make a meaningful contribution to Corte Bella—but unfortunately, the committee cannot support every position presented to it. It does support the betterment of the community, in all it does: from approvals, to inspections, to modifications in the Guidelines. If you have questions, you can contact the committee at communication@cortebellacca.com.
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Safety is Everybody’s Business In an attempt to enhance safety to all members of the community, we offer the following tips: Pedestrians Walking near traffic after dark can be dangerous. Recently, we have had a couple of close calls between vehicles and pedestrians. Walking or jogging is much safer on the sidewalk. If you must walk/run in the street after dark, please follow these precautions: Bill Blake, Board Liaison to the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee (NASC)
• Wear bright colored, or reflective, clothing • Walk against traffic so you can see vehicles approaching Bicyclists • Make sure your bike has front and rear lights (flashing lights help increase awareness) • Stay close to the curb at all times • Wear bright colored, or reflective, clothing Your assistance regarding these safety tips will help prevent accidents and provide a safe environment for all. Thank you for your cooperation.
Think Ahead: Lock Boxes from the Fire Department The Sun City West Fire Department offers a convenient and potentially life-saving Residential Emergency Lockbox Program. Some details surrounding this important program: A lockbox is a heavy metal box which is installed on an individual’s home and contains a key to the house. The box is locked by a special key to which only the Sun City West Fire District has access. If there is an emergency in the home, the Fire District can use their secured special key to open the lockbox and use the house key to gain entry to the home. This can add precious life-saving time to the rescue attempt and save property because
the firefighters do not have to look for a way to enter the house if someone is unable to answer the door. The lockboxes can be purchased for a onetime charge of $50. You may come into the Fire District administration building located at 18818 N. Spanish Garden Dr., Sun City West, Az. 85375, or call our administration office at (623) 544-5400 Monday through Thursday from 7:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. to set-up an appointment to have your lockbox installed by Fire District Personnel. Please purchase one of these time and property saving devices today!
Help, Just Around the Corner Founded by the community for the community in 1981, Benevilla is an ever-evolving nonprofit which seeks to weave a safety net for those who may be isolated and need assistance to maintain their independence and to control their destinies. By cultivating a caring community of neighbors helping neighbors, Benevilla is able to provide extensive support for older adults, adults with intellectual disabilities, children, and the families who care for them through a variety of programs including: •
Adult day programs, including Lucy Anne’s Place and Mary’s Place for memory care, Sun City Restorative for physical recovery (stroke, etc.),
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Peoria Day Center for general day needs, and Helping Partners for intellectually disabled adults Home services for those who need help with the daily tasks of living but lack resources Home-delivered meals Information and referral services Caregiver support groups Wirtzie’s Preschool and Child Care Family Resource Center: Parenting classes and resources for families with children 5 and under Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program A variety of intergenerational programs bridging the gap between generations
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Social gathering spots at Birt’s Bistro Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community
Benevilla services are supported through donations from individuals, congregations, service clubs and corporations, and by the loving hearts and hands of nearly 700 volunteers. These generous individuals and organizations ensure we can meet the needs of our community today and in the future. For more information reach out to Benevilla by calling (623) 584-4999 or visiting www. benevilla.org.
Hunger is Silent Traci Tuor The brief but powerful video began in silence as faces and words crossed the screen. It is hard to imagine the stark facts presented. More than 900,000 Arizonans sought emergency food help in 2010, an 85% increase from only four years before. Who are the recipients? Children, seniors, women and their children escaping domestic violence, and working families with insufficient income received assistance through 63 million pounds of food distributed in the fiscal year 2011-2012 by St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance by partnering with multiple distribution networks. St. Mary’s was founded in 1967 and is known globally as the world’s first, and now the world’s largest, food bank. Corte Bella friends and neighbors watched the story of St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance unfold in the home of Roberta and Bob Rials at a fundraiser hosted in their home on Sunday November 10. Bob is one of several Corte Bella neighbors who help make 4,000 sandwiches at 7:30 A.M. on Tuesday mornings as part of the Kids Cafe program which provides hot and cold nutritious meals to at-risk children in low-income neighborhoods. With a quiet smile and a willing hand, Bob extends himself, inspiring others to give up their leisurely morning routine one day a week to “pay it forward” as well. The Rials felt they could contribute in an equally rewarding way by introducing the staff of St. Mary’s Food Bank to others in Corte Bella in hopes that we would feel the spirit of gratitude for our good fortune and be inspired to contribute monetarily to this noble cause. Wonderful appetizers were served with beautiful wines. We had individual conversations with St. Mary’s Food
Bank staff including Beverly Damore, President and CEO, Rick Fresia, CFO, Claudia Cucitro, Senior Director of Planned Gifts, and Lisa Goin, Chief Development Officer. It was not a difficult decision to make a charitable contribution to St. Mary’s knowing that 95% of every dollar donated directly supports their mission to end hunger in Arizona. Sunday’s fundraiser resulted in 16,000 people receiving nutritious meals. The video can be seen on www.youtube.com/smfba. St Mary’s not only feed the hungry, they fuel hope for better times to come. The website is www.FirstFoodBank.org. You can also contact the organization directly (602) 242-Food (3663). The holidays are the most difficult time of year for families who suffer with hunger. Cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, that will take place on November 1, will reduce food stamps by 5%. With Congress proposing even larger cuts in this program, St. Mary’s Food Bank will experience an even greater number of hungry families. It is hoped that the generous folks who reside within our beautiful Corte Bella community will be inspired to get involved with St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance. Now is the perfect time to consider making a monetary tax deductible donation. For residents of Arizona, donations also qualify for the Working Poor Tax Credit (check with your tax advisor.) Sometimes all it takes is one medical event to put an individual or working family in the position to need food assistance. Hunger doesn’t have one cause nor does it have one face. Because hunger is silent the need may be as close as a next door neighbor. While the video began quietly with words and faces across the screen, that silence loudly and clearly presented the inspiration to give generously.
Corte Bella residents gather with St. Mary’s Food Bank staffers to learn more about the organization and its various programs.
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Upcoming Events Line Dancing Series 1: (finished) Series 2: Nov. 5, 12, 19; Dec. 3, 10, 17 Series 3: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11 Series 4: Feb. 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25 Series of 6 classes for $15 or $3.00 per class. Class size limited to 25, but walk-ins welcome. Series 3 tickets on sale now in Fitness Center Series 4 tickets on sale Sun., Jan. 5th at 10 AM in Fitness Center
New Year’s Eve Celebration
December 31st Anacapa Restaurant and Santa Barbara Room* Reception begins at 6:30P.M. Dinner served at 7:30P.M. $80.00 per person Tickets on sale now at the Fitness Center Jacket and tie required (Black Tie optional) Ring in the New Year with your friends at the Corte Bella New Year’s Eve Celebration. Your evening will begin with a specially prepared holiday meal. •
Hors d’Oeuvres: Fig and Gorgonzola Puffs and Chicken Pot Stickers with Sweet Thai Sauce
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First Course: Dungeness Crab Cake with Sweet Corn Risotto, Chive, Poached Peppers, and Avocado Mango Salsa
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Second Course: Heirloom Tomato with Kale and Cress Salad, Laura Chenel Chevre, Pomegranate Balsamic Glaze
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Entrée Course: Pepper Seared Filet Mignon served with Potato Gallette, Porcini Reduction, and Clover Honeyed Baby Carrots or Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass served with Winter Vegetable Couscous, Masala Crema, and Amfissa Olives
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Dessert: Belgian Mousse with Fresh Berries and Pecan Brittle
Dance in the New Year to the music of Hall of Fame Disc Jockey, Ray Martinez as he entertains you with music from the 40’s to the present. (Submit requests for your three favorite tunes no later than December 5 to mluparello@hotmail.com)
Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, January 8 Enjoy the freshest breads, meats, and produce the Valley has to offer. Also on sale are handmade items, and back by demand is the knife sharpening vendor. Future Farmer’s Market dates include February 12, March 12, and April 9.
Revisiting the Orbison Years
Sunday, January 19 / 7:00 P.M. *Santa Barbara Room* (Doors open at 6:45) $22 per person Tickets on sale Sunday, December 8th at 10:00 A.M. in the Fitness Center Your journey back in time will feature the exceptional vocal talent of Mark Barnett. Mark has been singing the songs of Roy Orbison professionally since the early ‘90s. Mark captures the Orbison style and vocal range with such classic hits as “Only the Lonely”, “Crying”, “Pretty Woman”, “In Dreams”, “Running Scared”, and other hits. Mark transforms himself with the looks, voice, and feel of the magnificent Roy Orbison. A special menu will be available before the performance at the Anacapa Restaurant. Seating is limited, so make your reservation early.
*Did You Know? When you visit the social hall, the room facing the golf course is called the Bella Stanza Room, and the room facing the parking lot is called the Bacara Room. Now when both rooms are used together as a single room, the combined areas will be known as the Santa Barbara Room.
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Event Photos Check out the photos from recent HOA events on the Corte Bella website.
Shredding Event
Wednesday, January 22 9:00 A.M – Noon Fitness Center Parking Lot $5.00/voucher* Voucher(s) required Vouchers on sale Sunday, December 15th at 10:00 A.M. in the Fitness Center *A $5 voucher will allow you to shred the equivalent of one Banker’s box 16” x 13” x 12” OR 3 brown paper bags. Acceptable materials: paper clips, rubber bands, manila folders, hanging folders, staples, spiral notebooks, bank books, binder clips, and patient charts Not acceptable: electronic media, CDs, DVDs, hard drives, tapes, and floppy disks
The Piano Man
Sunday, February 23 / 7:00 P.M. Santa Barbara Room (Doors open at 6:45) $22 per person Tickets on sale Sunday, January 12th at 10:00 A.M. in the Fitness Center The Piano Man celebrates the music of Billy Joel and Elton John who come to life in this multimedia tribute. British entertainer, Terry Davies, along with his extraordinary 9 piece band, recreate the sights, sounds, and amazing music of Billy and Elton, two of the most successful artists in rock ‘n’ roll history. You’ll be taken back with classic hits including “Piano Man”, “New York State of Mind”, “Only the Good Die Young”, “My Life”, “Your Song”, “Daniel”, “Rocket Man”, “Candle in the Wind”, and many more.
Super Bowl Party
Sunday, February 2 Santa Barbara Room Tickets on sale Sunday, December 22nd at 10:00 A.M. at Fitness Center. The Super Bowl may be played in the whipping winds of a New York winter, but here in Arizona, Corte Bella residents will be watching from the warmth of the Santa Barbara Room. Join us for what promises to be an exciting game on the big screen. If your favorite team’s not playing, join us anyway for great food and, of course, the commercials. Watch for flyers at the Fitness Center and email blasts from the HOA for further details. Hope to see you there!
A special menu will be available before the performance at the Anacapa Restaurant. Seating is limited, so make your reservation early.
Cooking Demonstrations
March 7, April 3, and May 7 Tickets on sale Sunday, January 26th at 10:00 A.M. at Fitness Center Mark your calendars and plan to attend the next series of cooking demonstrations with Chef Dan. With input from participants of the last series, a new culinary experience is being planned for you. Imagine the possibilities! Watch for flyers at the Fitness Center and email blasts from the HOA office for further details. Bon appétit!
Looking Ahead: HOA Events Mark Your Calendars! Dec. 11 Dec. 31 Jan. 8 Jan. 19 Jan. 22 Feb. 2 Feb. 12 Feb. 23 Mar. 1
Farmer’s Market New Year’s Eve Celebration Farmer’s Market Revisiting the Orbison Years Shredding Event Super Bowl Party Farmer’s Market The Piano Man Vendor Fair
Mar. 7 Mar. 12 Mar. 16 Mar. 29 April 3 April 4 April 9 May 7
Cooking Demonstration Farmer’s Market 3 International Tenors CB Marketplace Cooking Demonstration Fashion show Farmer’s Market Cooking Demonstration
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Happy Holidays from the Corte Bella Times Photo: Dan Hammel
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COMMUNITY
Our Corte Bella Santa
The Spirit of Giving All Year Long little… my sister’s bedroom was by the chimney… [I’d be] staying with her and waiting to see Santa come down the chimney. My parents always had a formal tree in the living room, and then we had our Charlie Brown tree. [We] picked out the tree that no one else would like, and brought it home. All the ornaments on that tree were the ornaments that we made as kids growing up—our special tree in the family room.”
Hilda Furkert and Celeste Nelson
Eric Gow with his largest puppet, Cody T. Bear With a hearty “Ho! Ho! Ho!” our Corte Bella Santa (Eric Gow) ushered in the holiday season at the annual tree lighting ceremony earlier this month. When asked about his childhood Christmas memories, he recalled, “I remember when I was real
Eric’s heritage is Polish and German. His wife, Eileen, adds a Czech influence, and they celebrate with traditional European holiday fare such as glumpke (stuffed cabbage rolls) and pierogies (filled dumplings). Santa’s favorite cookies – snicker doodles, of course!
Eric and Eileen have their own puppet ministry at Christ’s Church of the Valley and Community Church of Joy working each week with children of all age groups. “I have about 70 puppets in my collection. The biggest is a Kodiak bear, Cody T. Bear. We go into the special needs areas, the CLICK (Christ’s Likeness in Challenged Kids) classes once a month, and we do every service.” When asked about the impact of the puppets on the classes, he went on to say, “You have a lot of kids that are very shy. We had kids that when we first got started, you would ask them a question, and they would stand there and start crying. You get them behind that curtain [with the puppet] and they are totally different… they are channeling through the puppet.”
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Eric recently celebrated his 50th birthday. In lieu of gifts, he requested pet food donations for Home ‘Fur’ Good, a nonkill pet shelter. His guests helped him collect 225 pounds of pet food. He and Eileen have worked with the shelter’s pet adoption program, collected home goods for their resale program, and even been dog walkers. Their recent fostering commitment led to the adoption of their third dog, Chupella Maria who joins Louis Vuitton and Lucille McGillicuddy in their busy household. With such a spirit of giving, it’s no wonder when asked how long he believed in Santa, Eric replied, “You mean there isn’t a Santa Claus?”
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Ask Agnes As “Agnes” I’m usually cleaning something or other, but not this month. I thought we might get our heads ‘out of the toilets’ so to speak (last month’s issue) and look at some clever uses for things we might have around the house. Let’s talk buttons! Are your bath towels all one color? To cut down on post-shower confusion sew a different colored button the corner of each towel and assign a different color to each family member.
Got a wobbly table or desk? Slip a button under the shortest leg to make it stable and soon you’ll be eating in peace.
Trying to match up an earring set? Push the earring posts through the holes of a button to keep pairs together.
Lost a game piece? Don’t throw out that game! Replace missing players and markers with colored buttons so you can use it again.
Some fancy or vintage buttons make nice fridge magnets or office organizers. Glue a small magnet or thumbtack to the back of each and use them to post important notes or photos.
Arranging flowers? Keep thin stems standing straight by slipping them through a button with large holes. Position the button under two or more flowers so they stay grouped in the vase.
Learn to Properly Water Your Plants Gothic Grounds Management Water is one of the necessities for plant life, and as such one of the most commonly asked questions is, “How much water do my plants need?” One of the best ways to tell if the plant is receiving the proper amount of water is by soil probing. If you push a long screwdriver or metal spike into the soil, it should penetrate easily when the soil is wet or damp. When you can’t push the probe into the top few inches, it is time to water again. Very often plants are over watered more than they are under watered. When the soil does not have the opportunity to dry out between irrigation cycles, the plant suffers and will slowly decline.
Signs of Too Much Water When the soil is saturated with water it displaces air and will cause serious plant health issues. The plant cannot absorb
moisture through the drying roots and will appear wilted or exhibit slow or stopped growth because it can’t absorb nutrients from the soil. Yellowing leaves from the bottom up is generally a sign of excessive water. Plant stems that are soft or mushy or green algae on the soil are an indicator that too much water is being applied to the plant.
Guideline for Proper Irrigation Landscape Watering by the Numbers is a free illustrated guide that can be viewed on www.amwua.org, or picked up at the water conservation offices throughout the Valley. If you follow the guidelines, you will be able to teach the plants to survive and even thrive on less water. This must be done gradually to increase the root structure. Stressing the plant slightly in between watering, forcing the plant to search for moisture, will over time, strengthen it. Remember to irrigate deeply and allow the soil to dry out and stretch the days between watering.
The Gift of Giving A chance to provide gifts to children in need has arrived this holiday season. Located in the Fitness Center lobby, the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree has returned, and is stocked with wish-list items for dozens of hopeful, disadvantaged children. If you select a charitable tag, the Salvation Army would like the gifts delivered (unwrapped) to the Fitness Center by Friday, December 13; gifts will then be distributed to children on December 20 and 21. On behalf of the children, thank you and happy holidays.
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COMMUNITY
Wine Time Editorial Staff Corte Bella residents Casey and Rich Lenzi, who both recently retired from their day jobs, now find time to focus on their appreciation of fine wine and of course, fine dining! They enthusiastically joined the social structure of Corte Bella Country Club and became members in the interest groups, Cellar Dwellers and Wine and Dine International. It did not take long for the Lenzis to volunteer to host a Cellar Dweller event in their new home. A Cellar Dweller guest list can range from as few as 25 to over 70 guests. The host couple typically selects the type of wine to be featured, prepares an appetizer buffet, and guests purchase the wine locally and bring their own glassware to the event. But Casey and Rich had another idea. Group founders Robin and Michael Mandell heartily agreed that an event featuring product from exclusive California wineries in the central valley of Los Olivos and Paso Robles would be hugely popular. So off they went to California for wines that can only be purchased directly from
the producer. Several friends who share their enthusiasm went along for the ride. Timed perfectly to partake in the annual wine crush festivities in the Paso Robles region, the Lenzis and friends enjoyed four days of touring, tasting and traveling via the Wine Wrangler motor coach. The highlight event was the Wine Club members-only gala where 500 guests gathered in a huge tent overlooking the Opolo winery. Roasted lamb and chicken were cooked over an open spit and the full moon hanging high in the sky added celestial ambiance. A Serbian dance troupe entertained and guests were welcome to experience a barefoot wine stomp! Corte Bella Interest Group, Wine and Dine International, founded by Roberta Rials, with assistance from Mary Ann Bradley and Janice Aiken, hosts an Opolo Wine Maker’s dinner each year at the Anacapa Restaurant. “Tickets sell out in a matter of hours because these wines are exceptional and Chef Dan does an amazing job matching four wines to his cuisine,” said Rials.
Casey Lenzi: temporarily tattooed, eternally energetic. Each Interest Group publishes the list of wines tasted at their events and W&D International has an electronic newsletter that keeps members informed. “We will look forward to doing a wine country tour again next year” said Casey, proudly showing off her temporary tattoo.
From left: Rich and Casey Lenzi; Roberta and Bob Rials; Jerry and Sandra Solomon; Bob and Janice Aiken; Vicki and Loren Faaborg.
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It’s All in the Cards Editorial Staff Fun and friendships fell together six years ago in the kitchen of CB resident Marcie D’Olivio, all over a large deck of playing cards. Marcie gathered several friends in her kitchen, Sue McVey, Leta Smith, Barb Morin, Aggie Cole, and Marie Civis, and organized this gaggle of girls as a group of Hand and Foot Canasta players known as the Ya Ya Sisterhood. You can imagine the fun they were having and as word spread and more friends were included, the kitchen table was soon outgrown. Barb Morin approached the HOA with their desire to become an official CB Interest Group and scheduled the use of the Social Hall for their twice-weekly card play. And now, you can find them there every Monday and Friday. The membership roster has over 50 players and Morin, with help from Barb Wilson, their e-mail communications commander and Sandy Wherry, their pencil/paper pusher, they have organized themselves into a dynamo. The Ya Ya’s recently gathered for a
Halloween Costume Fest that featured a buffet lunch from the Anacapa and a raffle to benefit the Susan G. Komen Society. Member Connie Adams donated a spa gift basket that included a $100 gift certificate from Corte Bella’s Day Spa and two Sunday brunch coupons from the Anacapa Restaurant. Over $500 was collected and donated to the cause. As if card playing wasn’t enough, every Friday the group meets for a player’s luncheon at the Anacapa. Their slogan reflects who they are and the heartfelt joy they share with each other:
“The Ya Ya’s. A group of women whose hearts and souls are joined together by laughter and tears, shared through the glorious journey of life.”
Holiday Boutique & Charity Bake Sale Sponsored by SOUL
St. Mary’s Food Bank Needs Your Help! Please check out the Water Jug in the Fitness Center The Pop Top Collection will now benefit St. Mary’s Food Bank Thanks in advance, Corte Bella!
Saturday December 7, 2013 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Corte Bella Social Hall • Baked Goods & Holiday Treats
• Knit Items
• Purses
• Gifts Baskets
• Jewelry
• Photography
• Cypress Knee Santas & Gourd Art • Items for Dogs
All items are handcrafted and homemade!
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Pickleball News John Friesner, CB Pickleball President As the holidays descend upon us, both the days and the nights in the Valley of the Sun are fabulous. Let’s play some pickleball! The courts are ready for all comers. By the latter part of December, new windscreens will be installed on all of the sport courts and the light poles will have a fresh coat of paint. Eight courts are available for member play on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through December and then we’ll shift to Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for January and February. The four permanent courts are available on all other days. If you are not familiar with the game of pickleball and want to learn about it, stop by just about any morning after 8:00 A.M. and you’re likely to see some of our members getting in a great workout with a lot of laughs included. On October 26, we had our first intercommunity social with players from Arizona Traditions and Trilogy joining us for over four hours of pickleball. Nearly 60 players attended, keeping seven courts constantly in use. Everyone enjoyed the pickleball but the food was unbeatable as everyone brought one of their favorite dishes to share.
Tournament season has begun with the first of three Surprise tourneys held on November 1 through 3. Seven Corte Bella club members played with Marc D’Olivo and John Friesner taking the silver medal (second place) in the 4.0 Men’s Doubles. Gwen Miller and John Friesner didn’t make the medal rounds, but came in fourth in the 4.0 Mixed Doubles. The second Surprise tournament is scheduled for December 6th through the 8th and the last one takes place on January 17th through the 19th.
Bocce is Back
Bocce has been around for over 5,000 years according to historians of antiquity where it is illustrated in Egyptian hieroglyphics. From Egypt to Greece and the Roman Empire, it was widely disseminated around the world. Dimensions, court surfaces and other materials have changed over time, but the latest in court construction is now available to Corte Bella residents.
Clinics are now being held on a monthly basis with the next one taking place on Saturday, December 28 at 2:00 P.M. If you are new to the game or just want to get in some practice… come on out! We’ll have a few of our more experienced players available to offer helpful suggestions. Just a reminder: If you would like to reserve a court for pickleball, visit http://holdmycourt.com/reserve2/cortebella to reserve an open court. The first time you visit the site, you’ll need to sign in/register and enter your name, email, a password, and phone number. For future reservations, you’ll only need to enter your email address and password. Each time a reservation is submitted, you’ll receive an email confirmation. So, bookmark the above site to gain easy access and join in on this very addicting sport. If you’d like to become a member of the Corte Bella Pickleball Club, your membership includes: • Access to all member play times • Ability to join in ladder play (scheduled for after January 1st) • All pickleballs provided for all member play times • Name tag with the Corte Bella Pickleball Club logo • Invitations to all social events • Nonstop fun! So stop by the courts and join in on the fun. We think you’ll enjoy the game and get as much of a workout as you want. Also, please check out our calendar of events posted on the bulletin board next to the courts. Have questions? Send us an email at cortebellapickleballclub@outlook.com . Hope to see you on the courts!
find new concrete side rails with live rubber cushions, high-tech sport carpet, new scoring posts and a level playing surface. If you haven’t played before, walk down the path between the tennis and pickle ball courts and take a look. The key for the court side equipment locker can be obtained from the Fitness Center desk. These are great courts. Bocce is back at Corte Bella!
A complete overhaul of our existing courts has been accomplished and they are now open for play. Those familiar with the sport will
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Hall of Fame Ownership at CB Golf Club Corte Bella Golf Club Staff
Editorial Staff Shelby Futch, (pictured) owner of the Corte Bella Golf Club, was inducted into the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame on November 25, 2013. Shelby, who is a PGA professional/teacher and golf course owner, played on numerous tours including the Far Eastern, the South American, and several U.S. tour events prior to establishing the Scottsdale Golf Group. Shelby also founded the world famous John Jacobs’ Golf Schools. I know many members who have enjoyed the golf schools across the country. Even more, Shelby has produced two series of golf instruction videos that were featured in the book “Golf Gurus” and has appeared on the Golf Channel’s “Golf Academy Live”. The Arizona Golf Hall of Fame was created in 1968 to honor those who, by achievement or contributions, have had a lasting effect promoting the sport of golf in Arizona. Since that time there have been 66 individuals inducted. Congratulations to Shelby Futch.
General Manager John Jackson (623) 474-3612 jjackson@cortebellagolfclub.com Asst. General Manager Jeff Stuart JStuart@cortebellagolfclub.com Head Golf Professional Adam Erspamer (623) 474-3619 aerspamer@cortebellagolfclub.com Golf Course Superintendent Brandon Williams (480) 694-9665 bwilliams@cortebellagolfclub.com Food Service Director Lisa Sanchez (623) 474-3618 lsanchez@cortebellagolfclub.com Accountant Jayne Gustafson (623) 474-3614 jgustafson@cortebellagolfclub.com
Photo: Mike Biggs
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CULINARY
Corte Bella Cooks Hi, I’m Deborah Lazear, Corte Bella resident, and this is my Corte Bella Cooks story. Most folks in Corte Bella know me as a wine enthusiast, not necessarily as a cook. It is true that I am a Certified Specialist of Wine and have been teaching at the college level for many years, but when I meet new people and they ask me “How did you get into wine?” my answer is always, “Because I love to eat!” Here is my story. Originally from Nova Scotia, a land of good home cooks, I landed in Montreal to attend the Fashion Arts Academy. My college friends were from all different countries and so my food exploration really began. I remember my first fondue. I put the hot fork right in my mouth burning my lips. Still, it was a great experience. Some years later I was living in England and had the special opportunity to receive private Cordon Bleu culinary lessons. I was enthralled by the art of cooking. I cooked my way through the Grand Diplôme series with glee. Fast forward to the ‘80s and Vancouver, British Columbia. I taught cooking classes for the Vancouver School Board. I remember my mother coming to help with a class and remarking how much prep work was necessary for a three-hour class. So true. I did write a cookbook “Eating Out at Home”. Each installment in my book was a dinner party for 6-8 people, from the hors d’oeuvres to the dessert, including wine suggestions. Not a big seller (the publisher said I needed more gloss and photos), but it was a major accomplishment for me. It did not, however, earn me any money! My culinary studies were augmented with classes from the famed Jacques Pepin. To this day I love watching him on PBS and remembering his lessons on technique. The Wall Street Journal honored me two years in a row in their Open That Bottle Night column. My dinner menu with wine pairings was published in their newspaper. I received a scholarship to the Napa Valley Wine Educators Academy and that included time in Grey Stone, Culinary Institute of America, eating and drinking well paired wines with relish. Following that golden opportunity, I was sponsored to attend the Rhône Valley Wine Educators classes. Travelling down the Rhône wine route with nine other USA wine educators gave me not only chances to visit vineyards and taste fabulous wines, but also allowed for some extraordinary food experiences. A few years later, I received my Spanish Wine Educators certificate and I travelled vicariously through the wine regions of Spain allowing my imagination to taste the foods. In my home kitchen, I cooked my way around the world. Even a trip to India inspired me to come home and try to replicate what I had tasted there. San Diego State University, College of Extended Studies, hired
David and Deborah Lazear in Greer, AZ me to start their Business of Wine Certificate program. I wrote curriculum, of which food was always an integral part, and taught classes for several years. To this day, I continue my relationship with SDSU. I travel over to San Diego to teach an all-day Master Class in Wine and Food Pairing. I prepare all the food samples that pair with twelve different wines. What a fun day! Over 150 Corte Bella residents attended my series of wine appreciation classes, World Wide Wine, and I always included many references to foods that would pair well with the wines we tasted. So what do I do when I am happy, sad, bored, or yearning for the company of friends? I cook!
Here is a favorite recipe from my homeland: Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder. It serves 8-10. Soften two cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and one yellow onion in 2 tablespoons of butter. If you cover the vegetables with parchment paper while cooking, they will sweat and not brown. This is a good thing! Add 2 pounds of clams and 2 pounds of mussels in their shells to the pot. Cover tightly and steam for 4 minutes or until they open. If you can’t find fresh clams and mussels, you can use canned ones or frozen. Hey, this is the desert after all. Add one large filet of cod (or any white fish) and steam for another 15 minutes. Finally, add all the scallops, lobster, shrimp you can afford, allowing them to steam also. Do not substitute salmon. Pour two or three bottles of clam juice into the pot. Top with cream to cover the seafood. I add one can of lobster paste that I have brought back from Nova Scotia. This adds a rosy color to the dish. Allow the chowder to sit in the fridge overnight to let the flavors develop. Reheat very gently before serving. If you try to rush the reheating, the cream may curdle, and that is a bad thing! Serve with homemade buttermilk biscuits. Enjoy!
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SOCIAL
Club & Interest Groups Activities
Day of Week
Time
Place
Contact Person
Contact Info
Social Rooms Men’s Christian Group
Tue.
8 - 9:45 A.M.
Social Hall
Jim Dowen
623-556-8137
Arts & Crafts
Wed.
1-4 P.M.
Bacara Room
Brenda Rosenberg
623-594-2235
Bingo
4th Tue.
6-9 p.m.
Golf Club
Al Schroeder
623-374-3634
Computer Club (from Oct. – June)
1st Thu.
6:30 P.M.
Social Hall
Stan Sacha
coordinator@cortebellaclub.org
Corte Bella Chorus
2nd & 4th Mon.
7 P.M.
Social Hall
Kay Steik
623-214-3284
Duplicate Bridge
Every Tue.
12:30-4:30 P.M.
Social Hall
The Jacobs
623-217-2803
Genealogy Club
Varies
Varies
Social Hall
Bonnie Gentry
623-215-7808
Hand & Foot Canasta
2nd & 4th Mon.
6-8:45 P.M.
Social Hall
The Dusiks
623-556-1726
Italian-American Club
Last Friday each mo.
Varies
Various
Jack Carollo
623-337-5456
Line Dancing Club
1st & 3rd Tues. of the Month
5:30-7:00 P.M.
Movement Studio
Cindy Buda
708-337-0008
Mah Jongg
Mon./Thu.
10-3
Social Hall
Joanne Moberly
623-328-9583
Open Bridge
Every Thu.
1-4 P.M.
Social Hall
Stephanie/Jerry Tinsley
623-546-3141
Poker Club
1st Wed. each month
5-9 P.M.
Social Hall
Jim Lewin
623-455-9532
Smiling Out Loud (SOuL)
3rd Thu.
10-12 P.M.
Social Hall
Kay Steik
623-214-3284
Email for times
Anacapa/Social Hall
Roberta Rials, Janice Aiken
robertalrials@gmail.com, janiceaiken@aol.com
Mon. & Fri.
12-4 P.M.
Social Hall
Barb Morin
BMorin2@cox.net
Call for Times
Homes
Joyce Stalians
623-322-4139
2nd Fri.
7-10 P.M.
Homes
Kaye France
623-934-5051
Wine & Dine International Ya Ya Hand & Foot Usually Meets in Members’ Homes Belles of Corte Bella/Red Hats Bid Whist Bunco
1st Tue.
7-10 P.M.
Homes
Harriet Kessler
623-388-3731
Bunco
2nd Mon.
2-4 P.M.
Homes
Muriel Valle
623-399-6034
Bunco
2nd Tue.
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Mary Remiorz
623-214-2874
Bunco
2nd Wed.
7 P.M.
Homes
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Bunco
2nd Thu.
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Betty Rae
623-217-2712
Bunco: Dynamite Gals
1st Tue.
7 P.M.
Homes
Bev Bair
623-255-5352
Call for Times
Various
The Mandells
623-374-3592
Thursday Group
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Mike & Martha Short
623-696-5526
Canadians Christian Neighborhood Group Christian Neighborhood Group
Tuesday Group
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Greg & Kay Haro
623-398-7164
Corte Bella Players
Call for Times
Varies
Homes
Kay Steik
623-214-3284
Couples Bridge
4th Fri.
7 P.M.
623-322-0052
Couples Euchre
4th Tue.
Ladies Tea Society
Call for Times
Homes
Myrna Packer
Homes
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Homes
Janet Silver
623-337-4139
Shalom Club
Call for Times
Homes
Judi Bourd
623-433-9449
Singles
Call for Times
Homes
Karen Fryar
623-594-7267
Sports Bocce Ball
Couples
1st & 3rd Fri.
4:30-5:30 P.M.
Courts
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Couples
1st Sat.
4 P.M.
Courts
Jack/Lauretta Broderick
623-792-5689
Couples
2nd Sat.
4:30-6:30 P.M.
Courts
Bob/Bev Clevenger
623-594-5028
El Camino
1st & 3rd Wed.
6:30--8:30 P.M.
Courts
Dan Louden
623-328-9341
El Sueno
2nd & 4th Tue.
6-8 P.M.
Courts
Ray Valle
623-399-6034
Ladies’ Open
2nd & 4th Tue.
10 A.M.-12 P.M.
Courts
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Las Palmas
1st & 3rd Tue.
5-7 P.M.
Courts
David Keppy/Ken Stone
623-455-8310/623-546-2085
Men’s Open
Every Wed.
4-6:30 P.M.
Courts
Robert Broda
623-444-2172
San Ramon
2nd Sun.
6-8 P.M.
Courts
Vicki Wiley
480-998-7474
Golf
Lady Putters
Every Mon.
Mornings
Golf Club
Beth Dunn
623-780-9281
Ready Golf Girls (RGG)
Thursday
TBA
Meet at Various Courses
Sue McVey
623-214-0901
Tennis
Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0
Every Tue.
8-10 A.M.
Courts
Ann Paulson
623-433-9973
Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0
Every Sat.
9-11 A.M.
Courts
Robin Culley
623-444-5448
Ladies’ Open 3.0/3.5
Mon., Wed., Fri.
7:30-10 A.M.
Courts
Vicki Faaborg
602-918-0501
Men’s 3.5
Thu. & Sat.
8:30-10:30 A.M.
Courts
Jolene Piaskowski
623-594-1307
Men’s 4.0
Every Thu.
10:30 A.M.
Courts
Don Schneider
623-399-9640
Open
Every Wed.
7:00 P.M.
Courts
Jack Shifman
623-518-4909
Open Play
Mon., Wed., Fri.
7:00 - 10:00 A.M.
Courts
Ken Egide
623-266-3820
Pickle-Ball
Open
Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun.
8 A.M.
Courts
Bev Moon
623-518-9303
RV
Group
Homes
Ron Winegarner
623-444-4205
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