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Contents
What’s Inside November 2014
COMMUNITY INFORMATION 6 Numbers to Know
ASSOCIATION
7 From the Manager’s Desk 7 A Reminder from Your ARC 8 Call for Volunteers: Make a Difference for Corte Bella! 9 Neighborhood Awareness & Safety Committee Report 10 Financial Summary 12 Update from Government Affairs Committee 14 Corte Bella Events 16 Emergency Phone Numbers
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17 November 2014 Calendar
COMMUNITY
18 Honoring Our Veterans 21 How to be of ‘Service’ to a Service Member 21 Walking Point 22 In the Loop: Tips for Touring Musical Instrument Museum 24 Arizona: More than Winter Warmth 26 San Ramon Stringers - 2014 27 The Ladies of SOuL Bring Smiles & Warm Clothes
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27 Hello Again Corte Bella 27 Salvation Army Angel Tree Charitable Event
HEALTH & FITNESS 28 Corte Bella Golf Club
28 Corte Bella Pickleball Club 29 Corte Bella Hiking Interest Group 30 Love on Center Court
CULINARY
32 Wonderful Wines at Anacapa
SOCIAL
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34 Clubs & Interest Groups CB Times Magazine is the official community magazine of Corte Bella, brought to you by the Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. and published by Lion Tree Communications.
On the Cover: Photographer Mike Biggs captured some of the members of our own veterans interest group – Corte Bella Vets – for our cover photo this month. A special article honoring all who have served is included in this issue. Thank you all for your commitment and service.
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Editor | Janice Aiken Contributing Writers | Jeff Ablin | Janice Aiken | Michael Arrington Bill Blake | Steve Downing | John Eakins | Vicki Faaborg | Sam Himes Larry Leighton | Joel Piaskowski | Bob Rosenberg Marty Scheinholtz | Regina Shanney-Saborsky | Jeff Stuart Jerry Tinsley | Muriel Valle | Jim Williams | Linda Wright Photography | Mike Biggs For advertising opportunities, please contact Barb Spitzock at 480.266.5034, or email: Barb@LionTreeCommunications.com. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photographs or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Trademarks, logos and content provided by advertisers, sponsors and partners are owned by the respective companies and all rights are reserved by them. The views, statements, and claims of advertisers or other CB Times contributors do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. or its employees. Printed in the USA. ©2014 CB Times Magazine. All rights reserved. Please recycle.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Board of Directors
Community Resources
Corte Bella Administration
Jim Williams President Technology Committee Liaison, 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 8:00 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 Guards are present from 5:00am- 8:00pm, Homeowners can call the Mobile phone between 8:00pm & 11:30pm Mon -Fri and until midnight Sat & Sun- Guards will return immediately to the gate house for admittance.
Association Office 22155 North Mission Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-4 P.M. 623-328-5068
Larry Leighton Vice President Buildings & Grounds Committee Liaison, Golf Club Liaison, Corporate Records Focal, SCP Task Force ldleighton@yahoo.com Walt Kearns Treasurer SCP Task Force Finance Committee Liaison walt@wekearns.com Regina Shanney-Saborsky Secretary Chair & Liaison Architectural Review Committee, Government Affairs Committee Liaison rsaborsky@cox.net Dan Luparello Director Anacapa Restaurant Liaison ARC Liaison Assistant Loopy6160@yahoo.com Bill Blake Director Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee Liaison WillieB38@cox.net Mike McVeigh Director Assistant Treasurer SCP Task Force Mmcveigh3@cox.net
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 Fitness Center, 623-217-2018 Hours: Monday-Friday, 5 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Sat & Sun, 6 A.M.-9:00 P.M. 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 Corte Bella Golf Club, 623-556-8951 Hours: Monday-Sunday 6:30 A.M.-5:00 P.M. jstuart@cortebellagolfclub.com 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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Michael Arrington HOA General Manager, 623-328-5068 Michael.Arrington@fsresidential.com Jodell Dodge Spa & Fitness Manager, Ext. 225 JDodge@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 Stella Stellings Administrative Assistant, Ext. 221 Stoney Amerine Facilities Manager, Ext. 223 SAmerine@cortebellacca.com
ASSOCIATION
From the Manager’s Desk As the end of 2014 draws nearer, we find ourselves in that time of year when it becomes obviously apparent why we choose to live here. Yes, we endure those sweltering summer temperatures like champions so that right now, we live in one Mike Arrington, Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. General Manager of the best places in the country and probably the world. Everyone has heard the Arizona saying “this is why we live here”. How true that is right now. Look; the seasonal residents are returning home bringing Corte Bella back to full strength again. The grass is green, the temperatures are as good as it gets and outdoor activity just got a whole lot better. Meanwhile, the holidays are upon us once again and a new year is closing in. Whoever said “time flies” knew what they were talking about. I told someone just the other day that I love the holiday season because it brings out the best in everyone. Humanity seems to run at a higher level. Here in Corte Bella, I imagine it’s like an amazing force that has been unleashed. Although I have not experienced a holiday season in Corte Bella yet, I have spent enough time getting to know the residents that I am certain I am about to see something amazing happen. I imagine the community coming together, people putting their differences aside, sharing, charitable acts, partying, laughing, loving and just flat out enjoying friends and neighbors.
It is my hope that every Corte Bella resident makes a commitment to close out this year in your life on a positive note with an intentional effort to finish the year strong. It has been my great pleasure to serve the community throughout this year and I look forward to seeing you all around the community often. I encourage everyone to get out and enjoy the luxury of camaraderie and good friends as much as you can. Enjoy time with family. That is what life is all about. Make use of your wonderful facilities and attend some or all of the great community events that are planned. Join an interest group or a club. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant with friends and loved ones. Become a Volunteer. Fill your heart with joy and embrace the communal lifestyle that is Corte Bella. That is more than likely why you decided to reside here. Best wishes to all of you and your families for a wonderful and happy holiday season.
A Reminder from Your ARC Regina Shanney-Saborsky Just some gentle reminders – vendors are business people. They are not residents of Corte Bella. More often than not, vendors have never seen a copy of the Design Guidelines. So when a vendor claims that he has sold many of the same item to residents in Corte Bella (which happens to be a prohibited above ground spa) or planted many of the same type of plants (which are not on the approved list), please check with Heather at the HOA before you purchase the item. If a plant, spa, yard art or anything else is not permitted by the Guidelines, it will be cited as a violation and subject to removal.
are incomplete which delays the approval process and increases everyone’s frustration. Large projects are not reviewed on an expedited basis so please don’t ask Heather for a quick review. She is under ARC’s instructions to say NO.
Also, if you are contemplating a pool or spa or a complete remodel of your exterior, please ask Heather for an appointment with the committee to review your plans. All too often the plans
As always, thank you for your patience and compliance with the Guidelines.
If you missed the October presentation and would like to have the opportunity to attend an ARC seminar (with mini-bite sweets and all), please let us know either by telling Heather or send me a quick email at rsaborsky@cox.net. We plan to offer the presentation again in February. If there is a section that particularly concerns or interests you, let us know so the committee can address it.
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Call for Volunteers: Make a Difference for Corte Bella! Several Committees either have an opening or will have openings for new members over the next few months. So the Help Wanted sign is out. Committees need replacements, preferably full time residents willing to help the community.
Jim Williams, President, Board of Directors The Finance Committee (FC) is forecasting three replacements needed by December and one by March-April next year. Two members of the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee (NASC) will soon leave, but have agreed to stay on until new members are found. The Technology Committee (TC) and the Building and Grounds Committee (B&GC) each have a current opening. The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) can also use a few volunteers to do final inspections and work with the ARC. The FC is responsible to advise the Board on all financial matters affecting the HOA including monthly Financial Statements, the
Annual Budget, the Annual Reserve Study update, Annual Audit, and use of investment vehicles. Those interested in serving on this Committee should have experience with business, accounting, finance or investments. The B&GC supports diverse projects ranging from street maintenance, bocce ball court refurbishment, lanai and social hall storage expansion projects, to developing a project definition and bid evaluation process, and working the Asset Management System project. The B&GC is seeking candidates preferably with engineering or construction project management experience. The Technology Committee is busy with several projects like the Social Hall Audio-Visual system upgrade, defining Corte Bella’s technology inventory, and providing technology oversight on HOA projects including the Asset Management System. TC candidates should have Information Technology, Systems Engineering or related hardware/software experience. The NASC is involved with security and safety matters and operations for Corte Bella – be it traffic concerns, post orders and contract content for the HOA Security firm. The NASC helps with the Visitor Management and Control System, and coordinating safety and security concerns with the GM and Maricopa County Sheriff Office. Candidates with law enforcement, security and safety, traffic systems and related experience are desired. The Board and GM place a high premium on volunteers; we have some of the best here in Corte Bella. If you are interested in preserving, maintaining and enhancing our community, please apply for the Committee of your choice. The NASC meets quarterly; all other Committees generally meet monthly. For more details on each Committee, view the Committee Charters available online, or get a copy from the HOA office. A Committee interest form is also available online or at the HOA office. Committee charters and/or the interest form will be sent by email on request. To apply for a Committee, please contact the HOA office or the General Manager (GM), Mike Arrington. Phone 623-328-5068 or email communication@cortebellacca.com, or the GM directly at Michael.Arrington@FSResidential.com
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TRANSPONDERS and GATE ENTRY
It is the responsibility of every homeowner to maintain personal control of all gate transponders. Please do not loan them to others for gate entry. There is a liability factor involved if this happens. For security purposes, all vendors and visitors must enter through the front gate on Deer Valley . Bill Blake- Board Liaison to the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee
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The barrier arms at each Corte Bella gate are set to allow only one vehicle to pass through at a time. If you attempt to enter immediately behind another car you risk damaging the arms and your vehicle. Take the extra few seconds to insure your safety.
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OPEN GARAGE DOORS
Securitas has reported that they see garage doors that have been left open as they make their rounds through the community. Unattended garage doors are an open invitation to possible theft and entry into your home. Please be diligent in securing your overhead doors. The next NASC Meeting will be Thursday, December 4, at 9:00AM in the Laguna Room of the Anacapa Restaurant. The meeting is open to all homeowners.
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Financial Summary –
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 Jeff Ablin, Finance Committee Chairperson
Results of Operations For the 9 month period ending September 30, 2014, excluding reserve contributions, we realized a net operating surplus of $65,000. This was $90,000 favorable compared to the budgeted deficit of $25,000. A brief discussion of departmental results compared to budget: Administration – $15,000 Favorable – Late fee income, lower than budget legal fees and unused contingency combined to offset higher than budget expenses for postage, property taxes, exterminating, equipment rental and depreciation. Facilities – $53,000 favorable – Water and sewer expenses were dramatically lower due to reduced water usage during the heavy rains in Aug-Sep and improved water management practices. Electric, gas and phone expenses were slightly higher than budget. Pool and fountain maintenance and supplies, as well as all areas of buildings, equipment and grounds maintenance, were significantly under budget. Guardhouse – $11,000 favorable – Costs for gate guard services were higher than budget but were offset by lower than budget spending on printing and forms, supplies, and equipment and gate repairs. HOA Events – $2,000 favorable – Revenue was significantly under budget, more than covering the added expense for the higher level of activity. Landscape – $14,000 favorable – Irrigation repair, plant replacement and pest control costs were significantly favorable compared to budget. Restaurant – ($30,000 unfavorable) – Revenue was favorable overall for food, liquor and wine. Food costs and salary & wage expense for the front-of-house and kitchen, along with related payroll burden and employee benefits, were significantly higher than budget. Unbudgeted expenditures to repair the misting system and repairs to kitchen equipment contributed to equipment repair and maintenance expense exceeding budget. Spa – $2,000 favorable – Revenue shortfalls in massage, facials and phytomer product sales were offset by reduction in expenses in these areas.
Paint Maintenance and Granite Replacement – $19,000 favorable – Actual painting project cost of $52,000 was charged to the prior year carryover amount in the reserve fund. Once the $62,400 carryover amount has been expended, painting expense will be charged to the paint maintenance fund. $19,000 in granite replacement expense was budgeted for June but will occur in the 4th quarter.
Reserve Funds Repair and replacement fund – ($451,000 reduction) - Major projects included street repair and resealing work and remodel of Anacapa. Capital projects – $41,000 increase - The Lanai project was completed in June (total cost $38,000) and the Social Hall storage expansion has yet to be completed. Reserve fund fee income from home re-sales, used to fund capital improvements, was $24,000 higher than budget.
Conclusions On the operating side, our financial performance through 9 months of 2014 was favorable, attributable in large part to low levels of spending for maintenance and repair and the unexpected water and sewer needs reduction during the historic rains in Aug-Sep. All departments were favorable except the Restaurant. Reserves have taken a major hit this year due to road work and the restaurant remodel project. Our reserve position remains 100% funded, however, one of the challenges facing the community is integrating the revised expenses for future street repairs into our reserve fund analysis. The 2014 Reserve Study will be completed in November this year and will be the subject of an upcoming issue of the CB Times. Our cash position is sufficient to meet our operating needs. From an investment standpoint, we continue to maintain our conservative investment strategy to minimize risk and ensure liquidity, while seeking yield improvement opportunities. Details on all financial statements can be found on the Corte Bella website under HOA>Community documents>Financials. Please feel free to contact any member of the Finance Committee regarding questions or suggestions.
Fitness – $4,000 favorable – Lower salary and wage expense, along with related payroll burden and employee benefits, more than offset higher fitness instructor and personal training expense.
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Budget Comparison Report Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 ($ in thousands) Favorable Results of Operations Actual Budget Variance Administration: Revenue - excl. reserve contributions
$1,836.0 $1,831.5
Expense 448.8
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$4.6
458.7
9.9
Surplus (deficit)
1,387.3
1,372.8
14.5
Facilities: Expenses
822.7
875.5
52.9
Guardhouse: Expenses
127.3
137.9
10.6
HOA Events: Revenue
47.3
34.7
12.6
Expense
44.9
34.6
(10.4)
Surplus (deficit)
2.4
0.1
2.3
Landscape: Expense
268.6
283.0
14.4
Restaurant: Revenue
832.5
810.9
21.6
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Expense
858.4
806.4
(52.0)
(26.0)
4.4
(30.4)
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Surplus (deficit)
Spa: Revenue
81.9
88.1
(6.2)
Expense
71.9
80.0
8.1
10.0
8.1
1.9
Surplus (deficit)
Fitness: Revenue
47.4
47.1
0.3
Expense
174.4
178.5
4.1
(126.9)
(131.3)
4.4
Surplus (deficit)
Paint Maint & Granite Replacement: Revenue
37.1
37.1
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Expense
0.2
19.3
19.1
36.9
17.8
19.1
Surplus (deficit)
Net Operating Surplus
$65.2
$(24.6)
$89.8
Reserve Contributions
$348.3
$324.4
$23.9
Reserve Funds: Repair and Replacement Capital Acquisition Total
12/31/13 09/30/14 Change $2,895.9 $2,445.1 $(450.9) 246.6
$287.6
41.0
$3,142.6 $2,732.7 $(409.9)
November 15, 2014: Social Hall A ticket for $35.00 buys you $100.00 voucher for chips One free glass of house wine or domestic beer Chips & peanuts; pretzels and nuts; prizes and more Tickets now on sale at the Fitness Center.
CORTE BELLA HOLIDAY PET DRIVE Corte Bella will be hosting a pet food drive for our many furry friends. All pet food donations will be given to Where Wolf’s Rescue, Surprise, Arizona A non-profit, no-kill shelter Petsmart charity. Donations will help feed pets this holiday season while they await their new forever homes. This pet food drive will run the entire month of November with donation boxes located in the fitness center and golf club. Your donations of Dog/Puppy/Cat/Kitten wet or dry unopened food and/or treats is appreciated by all our furry friends. Thank you for your support. Gail Peskin
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Update From Government Affairs Committee Regarding Waste Water Issues Regina Shanney-Saborsky
1. Proceedings before the Arizona Corporations Commission (“ACC”)
The CB water team (Regina Shanney-Saborsky, Doug Edwards and Diane Smith) are currently intervenors in the earlier rate case (09-0343), which resulted in the deconsolidation of Anthem from the Aqua Fria Wastewater district. After receipt of extensive complaints from consumers – starting with the petitions collected by the Corte Bella Government Affairs Committee (“GAC”) – a procedural order was given by the Administrative Law Judge on August 18, 2015, setting the timeline for a hearing to address the complaints. Currently, a hearing is scheduled on November 12, 2014 and another will be held on December 1. Letters and petitions are being filed daily by the various parties and communities, each of which basically sets forth support for one side of the primary issue – either for or against consolidation. It is going to be a long and hard fight given the strong stance being taken by the various communities. In addition to the parties – EPCOR and ANTHEM – there are over 50 entities/individuals on the service list as an interested party representing literally thousands of consumers. Corte Bella is supporting and requesting full consolidation, which is also the position taken by EPCOR. This could result in monthly wastewater charges of $34.30 instead of $121.91. So, please sign the full consolidation letter at the Fitness Center since it is not as easy as it sounds. There is opposition from the Sun Cities and the Residential Utility Consumer Organization (“RUCO”). The CB water team hopes that a decision will be effective January 1, 2015 and is offering several alternatives to the ACC to accommodate the full rate case concerns raised by RUCO yet still provide relief to the Aqua Fria communities. The opposition, however, is just as adamant that consolidation not occur. Since this is an election year for positions on the ACC, the water team is attending all meeting in the Sun Cities and will alert residents as to upcoming events.
2. UNITY BETWEEN COMMUNITIES
The CB water team has been in discussion with various communities to join forces and to prepare a joint communication to the ACC to be filed in the Docket as to those points. Meetings have been held with Verrado, CrossRiver, Dos Rios and Anthem. We have reached out to Coldwater and Russell Ranch. One suggested communication has been circulated by Anthem and was edited by your water team. Now that the intervenor testimony has been filed, the consolidated group can determine if a joint letter will have a positive impact on the proceedings. Each of these referenced communities is pro-consolidation.
3. CLAIM AGAINST THE ACC
After much discussion and research, it appears that Corte Bella (and perhaps other communities) has a strong constitutional argument that the ACC is not in compliance with Title XV, Section 12 of the Arizona Constitution and by extension, the 14th amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Section 12 requires that all charges be just and reasonable and that there is no discrimination in charges, services or facilities between persons and places for the same type of service. This is a factual argument and we have assembled the facts to show disparate and discriminatory treatment and rates. The mandate of RUCO is to be a consumer advocate with respect to utility issues. They are charged with investigating any constitutional claim and if there is a non-compliance issue based on the decisions of the ACC, they are required to bring a lawsuit against the ACC on behalf of the consumer. There is currently one lawsuit pending, filed by RUCO against the ACC, on behalf of the community of Fountain Hills and there are similar considerations regarding the current rate case involving Sun City. We are assembling our data and will provide a written request to RUCO for a meeting to discuss their assistance and cooperation in filing a complaint against the ACC if Aqua Fria, in general, and Corte Bella, specifically, is not given rate relief from the discriminatory charges currently imposed on us by EPCOR. Our direct testimony included this same data so the ACC is aware not only of our position but also of data supporting our position and the constitutional claims.
4. CLAIM AGAINST RUCO
Nothing is ever easy…although RUCO has a mandate to protect and represent all consumers, Corte Bella and others have been faced with an interesting situation. RUCO continues to change its position on various issues – publically. Previously, years back, it favored consolidation, then flipped around to disfavor. Now they seem to disfavor consolidation but leave themselves room to change position again if a full rate case is ordered. But more importantly, RUCO appears to favor some communities at the expense of others. It presents biased, incomplete information which fuels the media and political fires. This requires the CB water team to do three things. First: In our direct testimony, we pointed out to the ACC the various statements RUCO has made, which then, at a later date, are contradicted by them. We also pointed out the incomplete rate information which provides an inaccurate analysis as to the impact of consolidation on the Sun Cities. We took the materials which RUCO presented at prior meetings and incorporated all of the rate information. And, since the ACC likes charts and pictures – we will provide them with charts and pictures.
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Second: - We are drafting a letter to RUCO expressing our concern that they are violating their mandate by favoring the Sun Cities over other communities. CrossRiver requested a meeting with RUCO and they were refused. The CB water team met with RUCO prior to preparing the petitions and we were given incorrect information. We will request a meeting to present our position and the basis for it as well as address their concerns regarding consolidation. Third - RUCO has previously and publically used seven arguments against consolidation. Of the seven arguments, four can easily be addressed and dismissed.
Other points-
-A public policy argument against a change in the design structure that is not supported by facts can be overcome. -A protective measure, basically for the Sun Cities can also be addressed within the context of the future infrastructure charges to be imposed on those communities. -The final argument requires analysis and alternatives - that is whether consolidation can occur without current data from a test case occurring in all communities at the same time. The CB water team is currently researching this point. So, much to be done, to be said, to be written. Your CB water team will keep you informed.
Save the Date SOuL 2nd Annual Holiday Boutique & Charity Bake Sale Saturday, December 13th, 9am to 2pm | Corte Bella Social Hall It’s back and it’s bigger and better than last year! Just in time for the holidays – Homemade Breads, Cookies, Cakes, Fudge, Toffee, Pretzels… plus Vendor Boutique Tables and Raffles. SoUL will have a “pre-order” table at both the Farmer’s Market on November 12th and the Corte Bella Marketplace on November 29th. Please plan to stop by and see a sampling of our 2014 HOLIDAY BASKETS. We have a variety of shapes and sizes. Each basket is unique, beautifully decorated and filled with a variety of baked goods and holiday items. Order early to guarantee you get the size you want. Also, for your convenience, pre-ordered baskets will be hand delivered on December 12th.
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Corte Bella Events Line Dancing
Movement Studio 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Fall Session 1: Tuesdays, November 4, 9, 18 $3.00 per class Class size limited to 25, but walk-ins welcome. All tickets on sale now in Fitness Center.
Cooking Demonstrations Bella Stanza Room at 11:30
Class is limited. • Class 2: Friday, November 7 “Stuffed Italian” Tickets on sale in Fitness Center • Class 3: Friday, December 5 “It’s a Party . . . Hors d’oeuvre Tickets on sale Sunday, November 11 at 10 AM in Fitness Center
AARP Safe Driving Course
Casino Trips – Wild Horse Pass Casino Monday, November 3 Monday, December 1 Monday, January 5 Bus Departs from Anacapa at 8:20 AM Returns to Corte Bella at 4:30 PM
Wednesday, November 5 9:00 AM– 1:00 PM Bella Stanza Room $15 for AARP members $20 for nonmembers Class size limited to 50
Robin Mandell, a Corte Bella resident and volunteer instructor, will present this AARP safe driving course. Register at Fitness Center.
Join your friends for special “Senior Monday” perks at the casino! Contact Bill Blake at 623-537-7969 Email: willieb38@cox.net
Salvation Army Angel Tree CCC/AED Training by Sun City West Fire Department Saturday, November 8 9:00AM – 11:00AM Bella Stanza Room Limited to 50 residents
Come learn and be trained in Continuous Chest Compression and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (which are located throughout our public access buildings.) Lock Boxes, which allow the Fire Department to enter your home in case of emergency, will be available for purchase for $50.
Wednesday, November 12 Fitness Center (until December 7)
Help a disadvantaged child have a happy holiday season by providing the gift a child is wishing for this Christmas. See the article on page 27 in this issue for additional details.
Farmers’ Market
Wednesday, November 12 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Anacapa Patio & Breezeway Come find the freshest produce and meats, breads and gift items selected just for our community! Mark your calendars for additional markets on December 10 and January 14.
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Veterans Day Dinner & Dance Monday, November 10 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Santa Barbara Room and Anacapa 5:30 Honor Guard 6:00 Dinner 7:00 Music by Michael Carollo $30 per person
All are invited to join Corte Bella Veterans honoring the men and women who have served our country in all the branches of the United States Armed Forces along with POW/MIA. An honor guard from Luke Air Force Base will present the colors. Tickets on sale now in the Fitness Center.
Wine Appreciation Class Saturday, November 22 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Bella Stanza Room Limited space available
Join Deborah Lazear, Corte Bella resident and Certified Specialist of Wine with the Society of Wine Educators, for a 3 hour sharing of information to enhance your knowledge of wine. Tickets on sale in Fitness Center (minimal fee).
Amazing Thanksgiving Day Brunch Anacapa Thursday, November 27 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM $36 per person ½ price for under 12 yrs. Free for those under 4 yrs. Reservations recommended Call 623-455-9045
Enjoy a fabulous holiday buffet to include fresh seafood, soups and salads as well as traditional turkey, dressing and all the fixings along with an omelet station, brunch items and amazing desserts.
Corte Bella Marketplace Landscaping and Garden Seminar Presented by Keven’s Landscaping Company Wednesday, November 12 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Santa Barbara Room Free event
With 26 years of experience in the landscaping business, Keven Pauling will cover multiple topics from fertilizers to weeds and his “K” method – Keep it Simple.” Tickets available in Fitness Center
Saturday, November 29 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Santa Barbara Room
Gifts, decorating ideas, pottery, artwork, jewelry, clothing, skin care products, candles, wine chillers and more will all be on sale for your holiday shopping pleasure. Don’t miss this opportunity to shop locally!
Holiday Tree Lighting and Buffet Wednesday, December 3 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Buffet opens at 5:00 PM)
Listen to the Corte Bella Chorus sing holiday music and watch our community tree light up for the holiday season! Dine on a delicious buffet featuring a carving station, soup, salads and wonderful desserts. Santa will be visiting too!
Corte Bella Vets Group ‘Adopt a Service Member’ Brunch Newcomers and Neighbors Coffee Thursday, November 20 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Bella Stanza Room
Anacapa Sunday, December 7 – Pearl Harbor Day 10:00 AM – 3:00PM
See separate article on page 21 in this issue for more details. Tickets on sale in Fitness Center
Residents who are new to Corte Bella will be invited to hear a presentation on how to use the community website, meet with HOA staff and volunteers, and learn much more regarding our community. Contact Carol Drogowski at sand.piper65@yahoo. com for more information.
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ASSOCIATION L A N D S CA P E S U RV I VA L
BOOTCAMP You are cordially invited to a FREE seminar by your friends at Kevens Landscape Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 1-4:00 p.m. in the Santa Barbara Room Seating is limited. Tickets available on Sunday, October 26 after 6 a.m. in the Fitness Center
Tickets available in the Fitness Center 10/26
Tons of great door prizes!
kevenslandscape.com
Upcoming Events
Emergency Phone Numbers ALL EMERGENCIES, SERIOUS ACCIDENTS WITH INJURIES, and
Dec 1 Dec 3
CRIMES IN PROGRESS SHOULD BE REPORTED USING 911.
Sheriff’s Business Non Emergency • (24 Hours)
602-876-1011
(Examples: Suspicious vehicles, loud noise, and general info)
Security Service ( Securitas ): • Guard at Gate (5:00AM until 8:00PM) 623-544-3906 • Roving Patrol (Homeowners can call the Mobile phone between 8:00pm & 11:30pm Mon - Fri and until midnight Sat & Sun) 623-256-3359 HOA Common Area Emergencies: (Examples: water leaks, bee swarms)
• • •
During Regular HOA business hours (9:00AM–4:00PM) HOA Office: 623-328-5068 ext. 226 After 4:00PM (Mon - Fri) or Weekends/Holidays HOA Answering Service: 602-336-2700 First Service After Hours Emergencies: 480-551-4300
Fire Department Non Emergency • Normal business hours
623-584-3500
Animal Related Issues • Maricopa County Animal Care & Control 602-506-7387 Coyotes and Other Desert Animals • Arizona Game and Fish Department
602-942-3000
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Dec 5 Dec 5 Dec 5 Dec 6 Dec 6 Dec 7 Dec 10 Dec 13 Dec 24 Dec 31 Jan 5 Jan 14 Jan 15 Jan 17 Jan 20 Jan 21 Jan 23
Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Anacapa Tree Lighting, Buffet/Corte Bella Choir Cooking Demo, Class 3 Friends of Italy Dinner Dance San Ramon Neighborhood Street Lighting/Salvation Army/CB Choir Ya Ya’s - Toys for Tots Drop Toppers’ Holiday Pops Concert at Phoenix Symphony/dinner C B Vets – Adopt a Service Member Brunch Farmers’ Market SOuL Holiday Bake & Craft Sale Anacapa Christmas Eve Holiday Buffet New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Farmers’ Market New Resident Welcome Coffee Oh, What a Night! (Jersey Boys) Drop Toppers Guided Sedway Tour of Old Town Scottsdate Drop Toppers Guided Sedway Tour of Old Town Scottsdate Friends of Italy Dinner Dance
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Anacapa Brunch 8:30AM
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Anacapa Brunch 8:30AM Vets’ Day Dinner/ Dance 5:30PM
VETERANS’ DAY
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AARP Safe Drive Course 9:00AM
Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
Drop Toppers’ Sunset Hike
Computer Club 6:30PM
12 B&GC Mtg. 9:00AM Farmers’ Market 10:00AM
HOA Brd Workshop 9:00AM
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Holiday Angel Tree Arrives!! 18
Line Dance: 11:30AM
19 HOA BRD Mtg. 10:00AM
Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
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8 CCC/AED Fire DPT Trng 9:00am
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Landscaping & Garden 1:00PM
Anacapa Brunch 8:30AM
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CB Vets Meeting 9:00AM Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
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Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
*SOuL Casino Night 6:00PM
20 Newcomers Coffee 9:00AM ARC Mtg 9:00AM SOuL: 11:00AM Drop Toppers’ Ping Factory FIN Cmt Mtg 2:30PM Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Anacapa Happy H. 3:00-6:00PM
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22 Wine Appreciation 1:00PM
Drop Toppers’ Uncorked 28
29 *CB Marketplace 10:00AM
Anacapa Thanksgiving Buffet 11:30PM to 3:30PM NOTE: Spa/FC/Pool Close 2:00PM
PLEASE NOTE: *Sunrise Lions Club of Sun City West will sell Fanny Mae candies at November 12 Farmers’ Market to benefit Camp Tatiyee. Collecting used eyeglasses, hearing airds and cell phones. *Holiday Pet Drive to benefit Where Wolf’s Rescue; food used to feed pets at this non-profit shelter; colletions all month at Fitness Center and Golf Course. *Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) hosts a CASINO NIGHT on 15 November to benefit Eve’s Place, a center for victims of domestic abuse in the west valley. Food Drive for St. Marys all month. *Corte Bella Market Place is your chance to purchase unique gifts items from artisans displaying their handcrafted specialities. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to buy something special!
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COMMUNITY
Honoring Our Veterans Dave
Cook
US
Cedar Rapids, IA
Viet Nam
Army
68-70
Tommy
Crawford
US
Roswell, NM
Desert Storm
Air Force
72-06
November 11 is the day set aside for all Americans to honor its citizens, both living and deceased, who served in our military defending our country with bravery and sacrifice.
Bill
Decker
US
Army
67-69
Bob
deMille
US
Newton Center, MA
Army
57-64
Corte Bella Vets proudly and humbly present to you the names of our Veteran residents who continue to serve you and our community with outreach volunteerism and charitable donations.
Robert
DeWaay
US
Des Moines, IA
Army
68-70
Tom
Dietz
US
Harrisburg, PA
Army
66-95
Don
Dills
US
Army; Air Force
55-67; 77-97
Bill
Dolan
US
Viet Nam
Army
63-66
Pete
Dow
US
Korean War
Marine Corps
52-55
Steve
Downing
US
Lima, OH
Army
75-79
Paul
Dunn
US
Medford, MA
Viet Nam
Air Force
61-87
Ben
Dusik
US
WWII
Army
42-45
Don
Dussault
US
Pasadena, CA
Army
59-62
John
Eakins
US
Wilmington, NC
Army
67-73
San Franciso, CA
Army
71-77
Army
67-69
Air Force
58-62
Larry Leighton
Please join us on November 10 for a dinner and dance celebration at the social hall and again on December 7 when we host an “Adopt a Serviceman” brunch at the Anacapa. Details on these events can be found elsewhere in this issue. Membership in Corte Bella Vets is open to men or women who served honorably in any component of any of our Nation’s Uniformed Services or in any component of our Allies’ Uniformed Services. You are invited to join us at the Anacapa, the second Tuesday of every month from 9-10:30 AM. Please contact Larry Leighton with questions: empower_ll@yahoo.com
Richard
Elliott
US
Gary
Ellwanger
US
Peter
Epstein
US
68-98
Loren
Faaborg
US
56-85
Pete
Fayette
US
Coast Guard
70-74
Finley
US
Navy
58-60
First Name
Last Name
Entered Service From
Took Part In
Service
Years
Glenn
Abrew
US
Viet Nam
Army
66-68
Louis
Adams
US
Greg
Albrecht
US
Joe
Ando
Oakland, CA
Army Northfield, IL
Coast Guard
US
Air Force
Portland, ME
Viet Nam
New York City, NY
Dan
Aparicio
US
Marine Corps
68-74
Lyle
Mike
Arrington
US
Air Force
79-83
John
Fiterman
US
Fargo, ND
Army
Army
62-65
Chuck
Flagge
US
Milwaukee, WI
Air Force
55-63
Army
64-84
Richard
Frechette
US
Navy
54-57
Fulcher
US
Tom
Asmussen
US
Doug
Barr
US
Sioux City, IA
Korean War
Dave
Beams
US
Navy
61-65
Larry
Mary
Beaudoin
US
Air Force
82-91
Chuck
Gale
US
Gibson
US
Malad, ID
Beaudoin
US
Navy
67-79; 80-04
Glen
Rick
Marty
Graham
US
Hermiston, OR
John
Belliveau
US
New York City, NY
Air Force
47-53
Walt
Grantham
US
Army; Air Force
64-66; 72-96
Army
68-70
Army
63-65
Fort Wayne, IN
Gerry
Berger
US
Dickinson, ND
Jim
Bevard
US
Waterloo, IA
Joe
Biehl
US
Olney, IL
Ron
Block
US
Army
Ron
Bommarito
US
Coast Guard
Charles
Bradley
US
Army
62-65
Gary
Brungardt
US
Army
66-68
Madelyn
Burns
US
Jack
Carollo
US
Lockport, IL
Army
65-67
Linda
Carollo
US
Williston, ND
Army
65-67
Janet
Chapman
US
Sunnyvale, CA
Army
74-76
Johathan
Chapman
US
Fort Mill, SC
Viet Nam
Marine Corps
69-73
Bill
Clark
US
St Paul, MN
Viet Nam
Army
68-71
Bob
Clark
US
Garden City, KS
Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Los Angeles, CA
Navy Korean War
Marine Corps
49-53
WWII
Marine Corps
42-45
Army
81-84
Oakland, CA
Army
61-64
Army
65-67
Ronald
Gray
US
Bowling Green, OH
Wayne
Gresh
US
Helena, MT
Army
67-00
Gus
Grissom
US
Syracuse, KS
Navy
72-98
Nicholas
Gubelli
US
Army
50-52
George
Gurula
US
Army
Ernie
Harnett
UK
Greg
Haro
US
Curtis
Harthorn
Pat Michael
England
Borneo
US
Rock Rapids, IA
Korean War
Healy
US
Henn
US
Jerry
Herring
US
Clark
Higgins
US
James
Hill
US
Peter
Hochberg
US
Los Angeles, CA
Bert
Hoffman
US
Brooklyn, NY
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RAF
59-89
Army
65-68
Army
55-56
Farley, IA
Army
65-68
Kirkland, WA
Army
63-69
Jamestown, NJ
Navy
57-60
Army
64-67
Navy
58-80
Viet Nam
Army
Ron
Holcombe
US
Barry
Hoyt
US
Dale
Huffman
US
Navy
George
Huffman
US
Birmingham, MI
Navy
Ernest
Hutchinson
US
Columbus, GA
Paul
Jacobs
Blair
Johnson
Larry
Johnson
US
Omaha, NE
Air Force
Marty
Kann
US
Elizabeth, NJ
Air Force
Walt
Kearns
US
Northbrook, IL
Gabe
Kendziora
US
Dave
Keppy
US
Des Moines, IA
Paul
Knowles
US
Miami, FL
Casey
Kozlik
US
Chicago, IL
Roy
Kraft
US
Deephaven, MN
Ronald
Kucharik
US
Ray
LaRue
US
Reid
Lau
US
David
Lazear
US
Joe
Leano
US
Craig
Lee
US
Paul
Lee
US
Terry
Lee
US
Denver, CO
Larry
Leighton
US
Lexington, NE
Harry
Leonard
US US
Jim
Lewin
Abington, PA
Viet Nam
Jim
Lukawski
US
Air Force
George
Macaluso
US
Marine Corps
67-70
62-66
Stan
Mardula
US
Army
66-69
56-67
Tony
Marpole
UK
Army
Navy
55-63
Steve
Mayian
US
Marine Corps
BE
Army
67-68
David
Mc Mannes
US
US
Army
Larry
McGee
US
63-69
Michael
McVeigh
US
60-62
Michael
Merriman
Navy
64-86
John
Air Force
70-76
Marine Corps
57-59
Viet Nam
Army
Viet Nam
Army
Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Riverside, CA
Navy
67-71
Air Force
67-78
Brawley, CA
Viet Nam
Navy
66-67
Pittsburgh, PA
Viet Nam
Army
62-65
Army
63-65
Navy
68-91
Marine Corps
57-60
Army
67-70
Marine Corps
65-67
Air Force
69-73
Army
67-69
Army
59-63
Kansas City, MO
Carl
Meyerholtz
US
William
Meyers
US
65-69
Calvin
Milton
US
64-66
Scott
Miner
US
Navy
52-80
Jack
Mittleman
US
Army
67-69
Steve
Montgomery
US
Navy
68-71
Tom
Morin
US
Sioux City, IA
Viet Nam
Tony
Munro
US
Bayside, NY
Viet Nam
Jim
Murrieta
US
Los Angeles, CA
Gary
Nelson
US
Carthage, SD
Andy
Nemeth
US
60-62
69-91
Air Force Air Force
69-72
Army
68-96
Albany, NY
Army
58-61
San Franciso, CA
Navy
68-72
Pittsburgh, PA
Marine Corps
59-64
Dan
Louden
US
Moline, IL
Army
66-72
Worthington, MN
66-68
Viet Nam
US
US
US
62-67
Army
Mestemacher
Lostetter
Lowe
Air Force Viet Nam
Vince
Richard
66-69
Fort Collins, CO
Air Force
Viet Nam; 1973 Yom Kippur Arab-Israeli War
68-72
Army
US
Army
Viet Nam; Desert Storm
Army Viet Nam
Army
Lansing, MI
Viet Nam
Marquette, MI
Army Santa Ana, CA
Sloatsburg, NY
Air Force
70-74
Westfiled, NJ
Army
Tom
Newman
US
New York City, NY
Jim
Niedermeyer
US
Racine, WI
Donna
Norton
US
Buffalo, NY
Richard
Noyes
US
Billings, MT
Viet Nam
Army
67-69
Daniel
O’Brien
US
Fresno, CA
Viet Nam
Navy
64-68
Bob
Olson
US
Air Force
71-82
Larry
O’Neil
US
Navy
64-67
Earl
Paasch
US
Army
66-04
Evan
Pagletti
US
Bill
Pain
US
Harry
Pali
US
Nat
Pellegrini
US
Viet Nam
Army
64-68
Viet Nam
Navy
65-72
Army
78-82
East Moline, IL
Viet Nam
Anadarko, OK
Viet Nam
Army
West Allis, WI
Navy
70-72
Marine Corps
56-59
Marine Corps
60-64
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COMMUNITY
Honoring Our Veterans Vin
Petrella
US
Air Force
69-79
Martin
Weintraub
US
Jack
Poeske
US
Marine Corps
63-67
Jon
Wendt
US
Ashland, NE
Steve
Poolner
US
Army
62-67
Don
Wherry
US
Faulkton, SD
John
Potter
US
Winchester, IN
Air Force
53-57
Bob
Wilkiewicz
US
Robin
Potter
US
Bonxville, NY
Air Force
65-69
Jim
Williams
US
Jerry
Quartana
US
Ron
Williams
US
Ed
Ranilovich
US
Army
67-70
John
Wilson
US
Larry
Reynolds
US
Air Force
63-89
Bert
Winstead
US
Ron
Robbel
US
Army
63-69
Dave
Wright
US
Madison, WI
Roy
Sawyer
US
Marty
Scheinholtz
US
Dick
Scheirmann
US
Burbank, CA
Viet Nam
Army
63-69
Dave
Schildmeyer
US
Salem, OR
Viet Nam
Air Force
67-00
Marv
Schmidt
US
Los Angeles , CA
Marine Corps
58-63
Don
Schneider
US
Air Force
69-77
Tom
Schramer
US
San Gabriel, CA
Navy
54-56
Don
Shaw
US
Austin, TX
Viet Nam
Navy
63-68
J.D.
Shuster
US
Boston, MA
Viet Nam
Coast Guard
52-77
Russ
Siemantel
US
Huntington Beach, CA
Viet Nam
Air Force
68-76
Dick
Simon
US
Ken
Smith
US
Phillip
Soltvedt
US
Minneapolis, MN
Ron
Springer
US
Charles City, IA
Lee
Springgate
US
Seattle, WA
Jim
Starkman
US
Chicago, IL
Ron
Steik
US
Seattle, WA
Jack
Storm
US
Fred
Strouse
US
Linden, NJ
Jim
Stutz
US
Edmonds, WA
Viet Nam
Bob
Sullivan
US
Paulsboro, NJ
Viet Nam
Rod
Sundheim
US
Rich
Tamburro
US
Bronx, NY
Army
66-69
Linda
Thompson
US
Edwards, MS
Marine Corps
68-70
Thomas
Thompson
US
Warren, OH
Marine Corps
68-74
Jerry
Tinsley
US
Army
67-79
Hugo
Tringali
US
WWII
Army
43-45
Gary
Van Maanen
US
Lloyd
Verhoeks
US
WWII
Navy
45-46
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Paul
Voegeli
US
Viet Nam
Army; Navy
73-97
Wada
US
Army; Air Force
55-57; 57-61
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Social Hall
Bob
Army
67-68
Sponsor an Airman alone for the holidays or a spouse or child of a deployed Airman
60-62
A $25.00 donation will buy a ticket for one of our guests
Robert
Waldrip
US
Wayne
Walker
US
Ron
Watts
US
Dick
Weeks
US
Redford, MI
Korean War
Viet Nam
Rockford, IL
Air Force
Pitman, NJ
Wayne
Wright
US
Rocky Mount, NC
Dan
Wyckoff
US
Sheridan, MI
Keith
Yaktus
US
Portage, WI
Mike
Yeager
US
Compton, CA
Jay
Yovin
US
Rich
Zell
US
Leawood, KS
Lewis
Zimmerman
US
Houston, TX
Navy
Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Marine Corps
61-64
Army
69-71
Army
66-68
Air Force
62-86
Army
68-71
Air Force
63-67
Marine Corps
67-75
Air Force Army
68-70
Persian Gulf War, OEF, OIF
Air Force
82-09
Viet Nam
Navy
58-85
Korean Vet
Air Force
50-77
Viet Nam
Air Force
70-74
Viet Nam
Air Force
68-69
Air Force
Korean War
Viet Nam
Marine Corps
69-71
Army
67-69
Air Force
54-58
Coast Guard
66-72
Marine Corps
66-69
Army
69-71
Coast Guard
58-62
Army
61-67
Army
60-66
Air Force
63-67
Army
Kankakee, IL
Klamath Falls , OR
Franklin, OH
Viet Nam
Viet Nam
Army Air Force
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Adopt a Service Member/Veteran HOLIDAY BRUNCH DECEMBER 7, 2014
Purchase a ticket for $25.00 and join our guests
How to be of ‘Service’ to a Service Member Larry Leighton The Corte Bella Vets group is hosting a special event at the Anacapa Restaurant on Sunday, December 7, which is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. We are inviting “single airmen” (a term commonly used to refer to men and women who are either truly single or are geographically separated from their family) along with spouses and children of deployed airmen to join us for a complimentary Brunch as our way of saying thank you for their service to our Country. The Corte Bella Vets encourage you, our friends and neighbors, to “Adopt a Service Member” by donating the purchase of a guest brunch ticket for just $25.00. Donors are highly encouraged buy tickets for themselves ($25) and to enjoy the opportunity to visit with your “adopted” Service Member.
The Chaplain at Luke Air Force Base is assisting us to spread the word to the Service units on the base as well as spouses of deployed airmen who are living in the vicinity of Luke AFB. The brunch will include the regular Anacapa Sunday breakfast buffet but will also include oven roasted pork loin with cranapple chutney and pasta primavera with spinach, and grilled vegetables. Coffee and orange juice will be included. Tickets will be available at the Fitness Center in late October. Brunch will be served from 10:00AM - 2:00PM. Should we get more donations than we have guests, the excess money will be donated to Veterans for Veterans in AZ or Disabled American Veterans, Department of Arizona. With your support, we hope this will become an annual event.
Walking Point Jerry D. Tinsley, Major, USAR (ret.)
Convalescing in the beauty of Cam Ranh Bay, feeling fortunate to catch each sunny ray, lower left leg labors to heal, festering wounds will to congeal. Walking point with my newbie platoon, jungle roof hiding full yellow moon, I stepped straight into a VC pit, poking a punji pole covered with . . . grit.
Platoon plucked me out, and First Med-Evac whisked me away, lest Charley attack. Whirling up, I shout (so tough to do), “I’m coming back . . . we’ll all make it thru!” Bedside I linger day by day, missing nine friends for whom I pray. Jungle depths hide dangers galore, where freedom and life we’re fighting for.
I’m just a kid who dropped out of school. Draft board noticed (I’d been such a fool). We teen eleven bravos who tread jungle floor, trust freedom’s worth risking limb, life, more. Perhaps my fall was a blest disguise, granting rest to brain, bod’ and war-worn eyes. I’m soon headed back to Tay Ninh base, to warble along “we gotta get outta this place.” Hobbling further down Ward 11 hall, I yearn each day for lone bugle’s call. Sure, I’ll return to jungle war soon, to fight for freedom with my veteran platoon. Dedicated to Donald Van Horn, 19, who was killed while “walking point” in Tay Ninh Province, Viet Nam, in 1966, and to his many 11Bravo (infantry) buddies
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COMMUNITY
In the Loop Tips for Touring Musical Instrument Museum One of the comments I have heard several times while working at the Musical Instrument Museum {MIM} is that the museum is far too extensive to be seen in one visit. This is a brief overview of what you can expect to find when you visit MIM
Bob Rosenberg When you leave the front desk you will have a guideport and earphones, which in combination with the television monitors will let you hear some of the instruments being played as well as artists performing. Make sure you obtain a map of the galleries and the layout of the museum before starting. Maps and other literature can be found at the front desk or the information desks which are on the first and second floor. The next stop should be the orientation gallery where you will watch a short introductory film. There are several displays of instruments where you can use your guideport on the way to the orientation gallery. After the orientation gallery you can explore the downstairs galleries or take the escalator to the second floor. I’ll describe the second floor first since the escalator and steps are right outside the orientation gallery. Many people will start upstairs and then go downstairs, especially with small children. The second floor has five galleries, representing over two hundred countries and territories. You will notice the similarities in some of the instruments and how they have travelled from country to country. The construction and materials used to make instruments should also be noted. A detailed description of these galleries would take many pages, so I leave you to map your own route as you travel the world of music. There are guides in uniform throughout the galleries if you have any questions. When you are finished with the upstairs galleries or want a change of pace, head to the downstairs galleries. The Target Gallery has temporary exhibits. Beyond the Beat, Drums of the World will start in November and run to Father’s Day. The Artist Gallery features well known musicians and musical innovators with videos of performances, stage costumes, their instruments, awards and other items. MIM has an agreement with Graceland and there is a changing exhibit of Elvis memorabilia. The Steinway piano that John Lennon used to compose “Imagine” is still on display. The Mechanical Music Gallery has instruments dating back to the late eighteenth century. The large dance organ on the back wall is played twice a day, at 12 noon and 3PM. The organ has 680 pipes and is quite impressive to hear.
You can observe the Conservation Lab where instruments are prepared for exhibit or are being repaired. The favorite of both children and adults might be the Experience Gallery, where you are encouraged to play the instruments. No one seems to be able to leave this gallery without playing the Theramin or hitting the big gong at least once. Ask the Experience Gallery Guide to play one of the two nickelodeons. There are numerous instruments you would probably never have seen before, let alone had a chance to play. Two examples are the Gamelon from Indonesia and the thumb piano. Café Allegro is open for lunch from 11:00AM to 2PM. The gift shop is definitely worth a visit since the items are music related and somewhat unique. The 300 seat MIM Music Theater is to next to the main entrance. One of the main draws is its wonderful acoustics. Pick up a schedule of events and come back to enjoy a performance. The slogan for the MIM is The Most Extraordinary Museum You Will Ever Hear. To learn more about the museum and special events go to www.mim.org. If you want to contact me with any questions you might have my email address is RLRose27@hotmail.com.
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Arizona: More Than Winter Warmth John Eakins You may not like someone telling you where you should travel, but I want to briefly tell you there’s more to Arizona than escaping the frozen North. Okay, some of us will do little beyond shopping in shirtsleeves in January while gloating about being smart enough and lucky enough to be doing it in the “Valley of the Sun” rather than in Chicago. But there are other great places to see and things to do in Arizona. Here are my favorites. Grand Canyon: You’ve got to see it if only once from the rim, even if you don’t walk down Bright Angel Trail. After that, if you’ve had enough, let your kids and grandkids take the car and drive up there by themselves. But you can’t live this close without seeing it once. And if you’ve got time (you’re retired, so I know time is tight), stop in Williams for a walk around, a drink in close to a real cowboy bar, and a meal. You don’t have to stay the night, but you can. Not too many cowboys shooting up the town on any night except maybe Saturday anymore. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area: Great place for a hike. Forget about seeing any snakes; I haven’t seen but one in five years, and it wasn’t even poisonous. You might see a tarantula— again, one in five years. If you walk close to dawn or dusk, you might see javelinas. What you will see are big saguaros and wide vistas. It costs $3 a person, but is well worth it to be nearly alone in nature. It’s at 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek. The last half mile is on gravel, but we drive our ’93 Miata there. Antelope Canyon: Another Must-See for Arizonans. We’ve all seen pictures from upper and lower Antelope Canyon, and they’re right here in our backyard, so to speak. Just go to Page and then to one of the tour companies there—that’s the only way to do it. You can call ahead and make a reservation. We left CB in the morning, were on the three o’clock tour, and drove home that evening. Of course, you can be sensible and spend the night in one of several hotels and motels in Page.
While in Page, drive down to the Colorado River to see Horseshoe Bend and the Glen Canyon Dam. And you can look at the Glen Canyon National Recreational Area just upriver from the dam, but you’ll be in Utah then. As long as you’ve already strayed into Utah, you may as well travel over to Moab to view Arches National Park. This is a perfect day-park because you can do it all in one day. And you can do 90% of it without ever leaving your car if you can’t or don’t want to. The views of arch formations are fabulous. Just across the highway from Arches is Canyonlands National Park. It is big, and comes in two pieces if you’re doing it by car. If staying in Moab, the only place close, motels are up a step or two in price from the norm and always full on a weekend. Reservations are in order. Eastern Arizona drives: Take a drive to Payson, Show Low, Pinetop, or Winslow for a scenic ride. You can include this drive when going other places, but they are worth a trip of their own if you like scenic drives. Western Arizona drives: When driving from CB to Kingman or Las Vegas, please open your eyes to the wonders on Hwy 93, especially from Wickenburg to Wikieup. You’ll see unusual rock formations and enough Joshua trees to keep you from having to go to their eponymous (always wanted to use that one) national park in California. Be sure to stop at the Wikieup Trading Post for cheap gas, decent food, selections of gifts, and to see the 86-year-old owner, who was still waiting tables there last year. Further west is Parker and the beautiful Blue Water Casino, 11300 Resort Dr, situated along the Colorado River. If you don’t much like donating, you can drive along the river and stop for walks. Drive across the river either south of Parker on Hwy 62 or north across the Parker Dam into California. You can also continue on AZ 95 north to Lake Havasu City and see the London Bridge. That’s my list, and I didn’t even mention Jerome, Prescott, Sedona (practically everybody’s favorite), or anything south of us. Arizona has much to offer—plenty of places to send visitors when you’ve had enough. Better yet, visit them yourself.
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San Ramon Stringers – 2014 Sam Himes The homes in our section of Corte Bella were completed in early 2006. Most of us moved in at about the same time. The first Christmas, there were only 3 or 4 houses that displayed a few strings of lights. The following year, there were a few more houses and a few more strings on the original houses. Every year thereafter, the number of residents participating has grown. The Christmas spirit spread along San Ramon to Figueroa then to Panchita and then to many adjoining streets. This year we anticipate nearly 50 houses will be decorated with Christmas lights. The actual decorating begins in early November and continues every day for about 3 weeks until all the houses are fully decorated. Light up night is typically just after Thanksgiving. This is when all the lights are up and burning on all the houses. Each year in early November, we have a “pre-decorating” party at one of the neighbor’s homes. This is the time when we all get together to decide what we will do and when we will do it. This is also the time when we invite new residents to attend and give them an introduction to our Christmas plans. We are all eager to provide tips and suggestions to anyone needing help. That night we prepare a sign-up sheet for homeowners who may need assistance with their lights. After this event, a schedule is distributed and volunteers arrive at those homes that have requested help. Typically this takes 3 to 5 days and is attended by 5 to 15 “stringers”. Lunches are served by the stringers for the stringers around mid-day and normally a social gathering (called the Bus Stop), is held on the street after the workday has been completed.
During this process of several days, pictures and videos are taken and used to form a documentary of the process and to be used as a celebration for those who participate. The local residents all enjoy this neighborhood project and the comradely that comes with it. This year will be our seventh year of working together to make our neighborhood special. We all know that Corte Bella is a special community and we hope our neighborhood contributes to that image. Each year we invite all Corte Bella residents to join on one special evening. We call it the “Walk-About-Night”. It is the first Friday of December. This year that will be Friday, December 5th. It is on this evening that the stringers gather on the street for some refreshments and to greet the many visitors who come by. This year, as in past years, the local Salvation Army will be present with their seasonal Red Kettle. Last year donations totaled over $4,000 making it one of the “best yielding” Kettles the Salvation Army has in this area. This is a great annual event that allows the residents of Corte Bella to spread the spirit of Christmas to those less fortunate. This event typically starts at dusk. We hope everyone in Corte Bella will attend this year! We will also have a special treat this year. The Corte Bella Choir will attend and will be singing traditional Christmas carols. This will be an added feature that we are sure will help start the Christmas season and bring the Christmas Spirit to everyone who attends. Last year we had a surprise visit from Santa Claus himself and two of his helper Elves. We have confirmation that they will attend this year as well. Please mark your calendars now and stop by on Friday, December 5th. We will be watching for you! Merry Christmas! The San Ramon Stringers
Photos by Jim Gannon
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The Ladies of SOuL Bring Smiles and Warm Clothes The members of SOuL (Smiling Out Loud), a Corte Bella charitable organization, recognized a need at a local Title 1 elementary school for sweatshirt “hoodies” for the school’s students, many of whom do not have cold weather clothing. The Ladies of SOuL began gathering donations of these “hoodies” throughout the summer and into the fall months. On Thursday, October 16, Jo Anne Wicks, the Principal of Park Meadow Elementary School (located at 35th and the 101 highway) accepted 190 “hoodies” in various sizes and colors from representatives of SOuL, Carol Courter and Linda Wright. SOuL is proud to continue its efforts to help those in need in the West Valley!
Hello Again Corte Bella Regina Shanney-Saborsky
CB Players is looking for residents interested in participating in a thespian group – front or back of the stage – just fun, camaraderie and….. Remember – almost a year ago, your resident theatre group started an article for the CB Times with the following - It started in a hospitable home, in our own quiet community. A few neighbors and friends, some knowing each other, some not, met with glimmers in their eyes and thoughts of yesteryear. Lights, action, music – combined with camaraderie, fun and fulfillment – and so in 2009, the CB Players were born eager to share a theatrical experience with Corte Bella. Much more than an interest group – an interesting group – CB Players are like-minded thespians poised to enjoy the last third of their lives, expressing themselves and their inner being with fun, laughter and a little bit of…?
Not much has changed; however, the core group of CB Players (Kay Steik, Patti Bakewell, Regina Shanney-Saborsky, Ernie Harnett and John Greco and joined by Marty Abramson) want to invite any and all residents to actively join the group – whether for a performance or two or as a member extraordinaire. We want to do a wider variety of performances and we need more on the on-the-stage performers. Men and women – experienced or not. So, if you participated in a performance previously (you know who you are) and care to join us again, you will be very welcome. If you never thought about the fun of acting, come give us a try – a part on stage or backstage hands for sets and costumes and props. And, don’t worry about experience – while it may help, it is not essential. Just have a love of the theatre, of illusion and make-believe…then join us and experience the fun of fantasy. If you are interested, contact Kay Steik (kaysteik@gmail.com) or any of the other members of the troupe. Otherwise, we will look for you in our audience this coming April.
Salvation Army Angel Tree Charitable Event Muriel and Raymond Valle Corte Bella resident volunteers, Raymond and Muriel Valle have once again made arrangements for Salvation Army “Angel Tags” to be available this holiday season. On November 12, the Christmas tree in the Fitness Center will be decorated with tags bearing the name, age and a wish list of gifts requested by those who are less fortunate. Your unwrapped gifts should be put under the tree with the original tag attached, no later than December 7. This allows the Salvation Army sufficient time to deliver them to the local families.
Many thanks to Corte Bella for the overwhelming generosity shown by providing Christmas gifts for the disadvantaged children in the Phoenix area over the past years. Please note that the Salvation Army continues to aid members of our community throughout the year and they offer pick-up service of donations you’d care to make in the way of discarded items. They also accept drop off items at their location in Surprise. Volunteers are always welcome to assist at their facility. SALVATION ARMY 17420 Avenue of the Arts, Surprise, AZ 85378 Phone: 623-977-1084
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Corte Bella Golf Club
More than your average golf club and open to members and residents. As we enter the fall season we are gearing up for the increased activity level the snowbirds and glorious weather brings. We would like everyone, members, as well as Corte Bella residents to know that we will be adding new services and new merchandise as well as a new focus on personalized golf mentoring in an on-going effort to make sure everyone has the opportunity to appreciate the benefits of living on a golf course and the opportunity to try their hand at a game that has continued to remain popular since its inception in the 15th Century. Jeff Stuart, Assistant General Manager Corte Bella Golf Club As a resident of Corte Bella you are entitled access to the driving range and putting greens for a nominal fee of $15.00 per day, with balls included. Rental clubs are available as well. Our restaurant and bar are always open to residents with happy hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s.
new clothing lines, a larger inventory of clubs, golf bags, balls, hats as well as specialty items such as Sun Mountain carts to name a few. We will be hosting Demo conducted by Ping, Titleist and Taylor Made / Adams golf who will come staffed to do personal fittings, so you can find that perfect collection of clubs.
You also get a 10% discount in the pro shop for logoed clothing, hats, shoes, golf clubs, bags or just gifts for the family during the holidays. Share your enthusiasm about this beautiful community and wear the Corte Bella crest.
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Always remember that we give lessons to residents, as well as members, expertly instructed by Adam, Tyson and Tyler. Ladies, we also have a special short game clinic and Lady Putters league.
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The fall season is when manufacturer’s debut their new equipment and innovative products all aimed at improving our game. We will keep you aware of when to come by as we will be carrying some
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The golf shop will also be expanding the menu of services they offer:
Re-griping your existing clubs Adjusting the Loft and Lie of your favorite clubs Re- Shafting of your existing clubs Full service shoe renewal and re-spiking Golf cart detailing with complimentary battery terminal cleaning, and water top off Residents will also be offered special rates to play golf based on availability So stop by have a complimentary cup of coffee and see what’s new at the Corte Bella golf club!!
Corte Bella Pickleball Club Marty Scheinholtz Fall is upon us, bringing us cooler weather and the return of our snowbird members. Our club continues to grow by leaps and bounds as we now have - as of this date - 120 dues-paying members. Our intermediate and advanced members are experiencing great success in tournaments in the area. Within the last few weeks, club members Chris Gallagher and Marc D’Olivio captured gold at the men’s 4.0 level in Prescott, plus silver at Trilogy after a very hard-fought battle. Rudy Black and Liz Kozloski won gold at the women’s 3.5 level at Trilogy, adding to their extensive medal
collection. Jim Murphy and Steve Shanklin won bronze at Trilogy at the 3.0 level men’s doubles. Last, but not least, our president Gwen Miller won bronze at a Pikes Peak, Colorado, tournament at the women’s 4.0 level. Congratulations to all! All our medal winners started as new players within the last four years. We as a club look forward to adding new players on an ongoing basis. Pickleball continues to be THE fastest growing sport in the country and is well suited to our age group - it is fast but does not entail a great deal of running. It is fun for both its competitive and social aspects. Come out to the new lanai and watch us play, or attend one of our clinics to see why this game is so great. Then join us!
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Corte Bella Hiking Interest Group Arizona offers a wide array of beautiful hiking trails. Our group will hike within county parks, preserves and wilderness areas, national forest and other public lands. The hikes will be a minimum of four miles and at most 12 miles Steve Downing with an easy, moderate, or strenuous rating, depending on the guests previous activity level. Our group will be for Corte Bella residents only and their guest. With some exceptions, our hikes will be on Tuesdays, 7:00AM, meeting in the parking lot in front of Anacapa. Hikes will run from the end of September to the end of May taking a hiatus during the summer heat. Hikes will be posted on Meetup.com where you will have the opportunity to review the hike, its intensity level, and duration prior to listing yourself to attend. The directions for joining Meetup are below. There is no cost to join Meetup. If you have any questions or difficulty signing up for Meetup please give Steve Downing a call at 937-684-1733 or email sd85383@gmail.com.
Please follow these instructions to join the Corte Bella Hiking Interest Group 1) Log onto the website, http://www.meetup.com/ 2) Select the red Sign up at the top of the page 3) Sign up using your email address
4) Follow the prompts 5) A confirmation email will be sent to your email address 6) Find the confirmation email from your email account and click on the blue verification link 7) Search for Corte Bella Hiking using parameter 2 miles from Sun City West 8) Follow Prompts to Join the Group OR: 1) Go to www.meetup.com/Corte-Bella-Hiking-Meetup 2) Under the section “We’re Corte Bella Hikers, Select the Join US 3) Follow the prompts I look forward to hiking with you. Steve Downing
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Love On Center Court Vicki Faaborg, Member at Large, Corte Bella Tennis Club On a small tennis court in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1992, love took center stage. At that time, Al and Gayle Backes met while playing at a Friday night tennis league. Ironically, it was Gayle’s last time to participate in this tennis league because she felt uncomfortable as it was a couples’ league and she was single. Al, a single guy, was subbing as the league was run by his daughter and sonin-law. Gayle’s tennis skills tweaked Al’s interest, and he called her in order to pursue a relationship. Gayle states, “Fortunately, I played well that night or I never would have received that first phone call!” Since that fateful meeting over 20 years ago, Al and Gayle married, combining their two families—Al with 2 daughters and Gayle with 3 daughters. They now have 10 grandchildren. When asked how tennis has affected their relationship since 1992, they reply positively that Al and Gayle Backes on center court. tennis is good for them socially as many of their friends play. Physically, tennis gives Gayle a total body workout without even realizing it. She states, “A good doubles tennis match of 1-1/2 hours registers 6,000 steps on my Fit Bit.” Al agrees that tennis is “tons of fun and provides good exercise.” Gayle began playing tennis at a young age, but didn’t take any lessons until after her daughters joined the high school tennis team. Since that time, she has been hooked on tennis. She plays competitively, at times traveling with a team to Tucson, Arizona and Palm Desert, California. Gayle believes that tennis has improved her overall well-being, has given her confidence, and has provided life-long friendships. Interestingly enough, Al’s story
somewhat parallels Gayle’s. The small town where he grew up did not have tennis courts, but he took up the game when his daughters started playing in high school and he wanted them to improve. Al concurs with Gayle about the social aspect of tennis, and states, “Having played USTA, we met great people.” Al has competed in tournaments throughout the midwest as well as nationals in San Diego and Palm Springs. Al and Gayle play with each other in mixed doubles but also enjoy an occasional competitive match against each other. “Al has a stronger game so getting a rare ball by him is a real kick for me”, states Gayle. Al realizes that, and states that “One passing shot against me will make Gayle’s day.” Since honeymooning in Phoenix, they have come to the Valley every winter until retiring. They purchased their home in Corte Bella in January of 2013, and have been active tennis members. They both play drop-in tennis on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and state that the other tennis players have been very welcoming. Gayle played on the Corte Bella 3.0 team last season and she helped, along with her other team members, to win first place for the season. Although they have many friends who play tennis, they also have many friends who can no longer play. “Our goal is to play as long as we can!” So, if anyone in Corte Bella is interested in playing or learning to play the game, Gayle’s recommendation is to “be patient in developing a competitive game. Tennis is a life-long sport and it can take a lifetime to master.” Al’s advice is “We all had a starting point. The sooner the better. ” If there are any Corte Bella residents interested in playing tennis and/or becoming a member of the Corte Bella Tennis Club, please contact any of the Corte Bella Tennis Club board members listed below.
2014 CBTC BOARD MEMBERS President:
Joel Piaskowski, 623-594-1307 jpiski6639@gmail.com
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Sam Pechkurow, 330-307-7353 spechkurow@aol.com
Secretary: Linda Sivakoff, 623-594-8585 briggsli@hotmail.com Treasurer: Henry Bleile, 623-594-8925 hbleile@cox.net Social Chairman: Lene Harrier, 602-677-3274 harrierh@aol.com Social Chairman: Karen Watkins, 623-556-5129 kcwl44@msn.com Member-At-Large: Vicki Faaborg, 602-918-0501 v.faaborg@cox.net
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Wonderful Wines at Anacapa Joel Piaskowski, Anacapa Marketing Group As the Billy Joel song “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” says… A bottle of white, a bottle of red Perhaps a bottle of rose instead We’ll get a table near the street In our old familiar place You and I-face to face A bottle of red, a bottle of white It all depends on your appetite I’ll meet you any time you want In our Italian Restaurant. Come and enjoy a wonderful glass or bottle of white, red, or rose any time you want at the newly remodeled Anacapa restaurant. Your Food & Beverage Manager, Fred Hernandez has recently completed his search for wines from around the world and has brought us many new, fresh and exciting cellar selections. Both domestic and imported wines have been carefully chosen for your dinning pleasure. Wines featured from the new list include: •
A Sean Minor Chardonnay. The Minor winery is a California family business created to produce wines that consistently exceed customer’s expectations. Several of their vintages are rated in the Wine and Spirits “Restaurant Top 50 List.”
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Bingo
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Golf Club
Al Schroeder
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Bid Whist
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Kaye France
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CB Steppers Line Dance
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Corte Bella Vets
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Stan Sacha
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Corte Bella Chorus
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Hilda Furkert
623-266-2733
Duplicate Bridge
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Pat Burke
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Hand & Foot Canasta
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Pearl Thompson
623-328-5215
Happy Hour Jokers & Sevens
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Jo Ann Moberly
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Kay Steik
623-214-3284
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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.
Canadians
7 P.M.
Homes
Bev Bair
623-255-5352
Call for Times
Various
The Mandells
623-374-3592
Robin Mandell
623-374-3592
Homes
Mike and Liz Verhoeks
603-387-8175
Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting
Various
Various
Christian Neighborhood Group
Thursday Group
6:30 P.M.
Christian Neighborhood Group
Wednesday Group
9:00 am
Homes
Tom and Pam Spencer
623-780-3308
Christian Neighborhood Group
Tuesday Group
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Jerry and Gayle Moore
623-322-8190
CB Players Theatre Group
Call for Times
Varies
Homes
Kay Steik
623-214-3284
Couples Bridge
4th Fri.
7 P.M.
Homes
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Couples Euchre
4th Tue.
Iowa Group
Homes Call for Times
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Bob & Pam DeWaay
515-991-9166
Ladies Tea Society
Call for Times
Homes
Janet Silver
623-337-4139
Shalom Club
Call for Times
Homes
Judi Bourd
623-433-9449
Singles
Call for Times
Homes
Mary Lane
623-388-6956
Sports Bocce Ball
Couples
1st & 3rd Fri.
4:30-5:30 P.M.
Courts
Myrna Packer
623-322-0052
Couples
4th Friday (Oct-Apr)
5-7:30pm
Courts
Jackie Gnagi
920-203-6068
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.
6-8 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
Joan Seefeldt
623-249-3143
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
402-212-4188
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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