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Contents
What’s Inside Summer 2017
COMMUNITY INFORMATION 6 Numbers to Know
ASSOCIATION
8 Corte Bella Budgeting 9 Board Talk 10 Corte Bella Events 13 Upcoming HOA Events 14 July 2017 Calendar 15 August 2017 Calendar
CULINARY
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16 Anacapa Receives Legacy Award from Taste of Surprise
COMMITTEE
20 Yard Art: From Your Architectural Review Committee (ARC) 21 Closing Up for the Summer? 22 Corte Bella Website Redesign Coming Soon
COMMUNITY
24 We are Over the Moon with Stardust 25 Drop Toppers Grand Adventure
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26 Your Corte Bella Garden Series 26 St. Mary’s Food Bank Needs Your Help 28 EZ Dining is Simple, Fun and Delicious 28 World of Friends 30 What’s Been Happening in Corte Bella?
HEALTH & FITNESS 32 Pickleball: Summer Play
33 Corte Bella Tennis: Wimbledon Whites 33 Summertime Golfing
SOCIAL
34 Club & Interest Groups
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Board of Directors
Community Resources
Corte Bella Administration
Gary Ellwanger Asst. Treasurer; Technology Liaison Garye1948@gmail.com
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 Ext. 221
Paul Knowles Director; Liaison to Building & Grounds Committee paulknowlescb@gmail.com Dan Luparello Vice-President; Liaison to Architectural Review Committee and Anacapa Loopy6160@gmail.com Michael McVeigh President; Liaison to Golf Club Mmcveigh3@cox.net Donna Norton Director; Liaison to Long Term Planning Committee donnaenorton@gmail.com David Ornstein Treasurer; Liaison to Finance Committee and Government Affairs Committee dromanian1@aol.com Bob Rosenberg Secretary; Liaison to Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee RLRose27@hotmail.com
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. Debbie Parks-Dube, Membership Director ddube@cortebellagolfclub.com John Jackson, General Manager (623) 474-3612 jjackson@scottsdalegolfgroup.com Corte Bella Website Community Website: www.cortebella.net Residents & Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.org
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Michael Arrington HOA General Manager, 623-328-5068 Michael.Arrington@fsresidential.com Heather Chavez Administrative Supervisor, Ext. 222 Paula Kwasny Operations Coordinator 623-328-5068 ext. 236 Fax: 623-328-5319 pkwasny@cortebellacca.com Richard Lopez Facilities Manager, 623-328-5068 ext. 223 rlopez@cortebellacca.com Jodell Dodge Spa & Fitness Manager, Ext. 225 JDodge@cortebellacca.com Ron Hardy Anacapa Manager rhardy@cortebellacca.com 623-328-5068, ext 233 Dan Haywood Anacapa Executive Chef, Ext. 232 dhaywood@cortebellacca.com Pam Lawrence Lifestyle Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 224 Fax: 623-328-5319 plawrence@cortebellacca.com Stella Stellings Administrative Assistant, Ext. 240
ASSOCIATION
Corte Bella Budgeting It’s budget season again! What does this mean to you as a resident of the Corte Bella Country Club Association? Budget season is the time of year between July 1st and the end of September when many of the association’s employees and volunteer residents are working together to assemble an effective budget for the coming year. In Mike Arrington, Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. General Manager this case, we are working on the annual budget for the 2018 calendar year right now. There is a lot of work that goes into the process beginning with creating a template for the budget draft. Mr. Jeff Ablin is our resident guru in creating our annual budget template. The template is chock full of history and information indicating annual totals for the past several years to compare percent of the budget used over various periods, etc. Figuring out what must change and why becomes the next order of business and is relative to the current and projected long term needs of the community. What can or must be reduced, added, removed, etc.? There is much to consider but primarily, the task at hand is based on determining what it will cost to operate the association (expenses) and how much money will need to be collected (income) to pay those expenses. There are three expense categories and one is Operating Expenses which includes things like utility costs, landscape service contract cost, insurance, etc. Another of the three categories is Capital Improvements and this consists of expenses related to improving existing facilities, new construction or major equipment purchases like the utility cart used by
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association employees to get around the property. Savings is the third category otherwise known as Reserves and this fund is used to pay for major replacements and repairs such as new roofs for the building or resurfacing the private streets owned by the association (over 17 miles to be exact). Once expenses have been determined, we then go to work on looking at existing account balances to determine how much available funding is already on hand and how it may be used to pay for things with consideration given to keeping the assessment rates as affordable as possible. The annual assessment rate is then determined by dividing the total expenses by the number of lots (1,650) and that determines what each lot is responsible to pay to support the annual budget. Management, the Finance Committee and the Board of Directors all have a role in this process and a lot of hard work, debate and scrutiny goes into this process. It is reviewed line item by line item each and every year beginning with a draft provided to the Finance Committee by the General Manager. Once the Finance Committee has reviewed and approved the draft, it then goes to the Board of Directors for final approval. A meeting is also scheduled, advertised and conducted in order to present the budget to all residents before it is mailed out to each lot or address of record. Really, the process is not much different than a budget you might prepare for your private finances. The law requires that you receive a copy of the budget not less than 30 days prior to it taking effect. This is why the association mails your copy in early November or late October each year. Of course, this is just a basic overview of the process. If you have any questions about the budgeting process, please stop in and see me in my office, give me a call, or, you can send me an email. Thanks and have a great summer.
Board Talk We hope everyone is enjoying the summer. Many of our residents have left for the season and we’ll see them back here in the fall. Although we are not at full occupancy, our Committee and Board volunteers continue doing important work on behalf of our residents. Budget guidance for 2018 was presented at our June Board meeting and the actual process will continue for another month until it’s completed. Your Finance Committee will be working hard under the guidance of our Treasurer, David Ornstein, to drive the fiscal train. 2017 had many challenges and we are pleased to have our new Food Michael McVeigh, President, Board of Directors & Beverage Manager, Ron Hardy, join us. If you haven’t had an opportunity to meet him, please stop by and say hello. We are also approaching the first year of our Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence, and her fantastic effort to move our Corte Bella events to a new level. Pam has exceeded all expectations. Just look at the calendar of events in the Corte Bella Times. I had an opportunity to meet the newest members (41) of our community at the May Welcome Committee meeting. Thanks to Sandy Irvin, Pam Ablin and the entire team for another outstanding event. I heard favorable comments about how we make new residents feel welcome. There is an old saying that “You never get a second chance to make a great first impression” and it certainly applies to our Corte Bella Welcome Committee team. The Anacapa Advisory Group is taking flight under the leadership of Chairman Sam Pechkurow. He has selected an initial team of volunteers to begin working on new challenges to assist our Anacapa management team with both service and quality goals. We’ve seen measurable improvement in the past two months and believe we have much more to come. Our Memorial Day event was outstanding and we hope to see another great turnout for the July 4th celebration. It looks like it will be another red, white and blue celebration. I continue to be impressed with the quality of our Corte Bella dancing couples. It’s always nice to see they are
still going strong right up until the last dance. Chef Dan and the Anacapa team did another outstanding job on the food and service. I’m sure you’ve noticed we have a lot of work going on around the community. Street crack repairs, Anacapa shade project, Fitness Center pergola, painting, tree trimming, Court 5 modification and several other projects that are all intended to keep our community a preferred active adult jewel. Your investment in Corte Bella is paying dividends in our “Best Value” approach to achieve our vision. Thank you for the confidence and trust you have placed in all of us. Enjoy the summer and if you are leaving us until the fall, travel safe. Our next Board workshop and Open Board meeting will be announced shortly. We may decide to delay these meetings until September as we’ve done in the past. Your thoughts, opinions, and concerns are very important to me as your Board President. Contact me anytime at mmcveigh3@cox.net or 623-433-9921.
Parkinson’s Disease, motor and non-motor symptoms. Learn with Dr. Paarth Shah from Barrow Neurological Institute. THURSDAY, AUGUST 17TH AT 10:00 AM Whether Parkinson’s disease has stricken you, a loved one, or a beloved friend, you are sure to have questions about this debilitating disease, including what causes this condition and whether it can be avoided. Join The Heritage Tradition and Dr. Paarth Shah and learn about Parkinson’s Disease. Areas of discussion will be about the most common physical and non-physical symptoms. An open question & answer session will follow where Dr. Paarth Shah will answer any topics related to Parkinson’s Disease and treatment choices.
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Corte Bella Events HOA Sponsored Events:
Wild Horse Pass Casino Trips
Monday, July 3 Monday, August 7 Upcoming Trips Scheduled: Monday, Sept 4 Monday, Oct 2 Monday, Nov 6 Bus departs from Anacapa at 8:20 AM Returns to Corte Bella at 4:30 PM. Come enjoy the new bus provided by the casino just for Corte Bella participants. Special offers and promotions for attendees. To register for the next trip please contact Bill Blake at 623-537-7969 or by email at willieb38@cox.net.
Wed, Sept 27 – 12:40 PM (vs. San Francisco Giants) - tickets on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, August 13 at 2:00 PM, no refunds. $62 per person Time: Bus departs Corte Bella at 11:00 AM for the afternoon games and at 4:30 PM for the evening games. Cost: See cost per person listed for each game (includes lower level dugout seats, bus transportation and $15 in “D-Backs Bucks that can be spent at the park for food, beverages or MBL shop.) Mark your calendar now and plan to join your neighbors to watch baseball at its finest. Space is limited to 45 persons per game. No need to drive or look for a parking spot. Here’s the best way to go see some great baseball – with friends and neighbors! See ticket sale dates listed above for each of the games.
“First Friday - Coffee with Pam”
Dates: (1st Friday of every month) Friday, July 7 Friday, August 4 Friday, June 2 Upcoming First Friday Chats: Friday, September 1 Friday, October 6 Friday, November 3 Bacara Room Time: 10:00 AM Free Event Corte Bella’s Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence, invites you to come for a cup of coffee and a chat in a relaxed setting. Interest groups and clubs are encouraged to attend. Come exchange ideas, ask questions and get firsthand knowledge of events and activities planned for our community. No need to sign up in advance. Just show up and get involved. Help Pam work effectively for our community’s benefit.
Celebrate USA Independence Day!
Tuesday, July 4 Santa Barbara Room Time: 5:30 PM doors open 6:00 PM dinner served Cost per person: $30 per person (tax and gratuity not included.) The very best place to celebrate the 242st birthday of the United States of America is right here in your own community! Join your neighbors and friends; dance to lively music and celebrate all that is wonderful about our country and our Corte Bella. The wonderful band Faded Jeans will have you on your feet and dancing. Chef Dan and the Anacapa promise to serve you a memorable holiday meal. Don’t miss this amazing event! Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center, no refunds.
“Cool Off with Friends” Annual Ice Cream Social Corte Bella Goes to the Ball Game! Arizona Diamondback Games at Chase Field Game Dates and Times:
Fri, Aug 11- 6:40 PM (vs. Chicago Cubs) – tickets on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, July 2 at 2:00 PM, no refunds. $70 per person Thurs, Aug 31 – 12:40 PM (vs. LA Dodgers) - tickets on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, July 23 at 2:00 PM, no refunds. $68 per person
Date: Sunday, July 16 Santa Barbara Room Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Cost: FREE EVENT (ticket required) All Corte Bella residents are invited to share a refreshing treat with your friends and neighbors. There will be ice cream with all the fixings to create your perfect sundae. Or you can fix yourself a root beer float to help quench your thirst during the hot weather. Join in this event and have some refreshing fun. Please specify if you would prefer sugar free ice cream and toppings when you pick up your free ticket. Tickets available at the Fitness Center.
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Cocktails and Canvas: Class #7
Date: Wednesday, July 19 Bella Stanza Room Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $40 per person (includes complimentary glass of champagne, fruit and cheese - cash bar available) Come enjoy a glass of bubbly while learning to create your own artistic masterpiece under the guidance of a trained teaching artist from Mudpie Studios. All materials needed to paint are supplied along with an apron to keep you neat and clean. You get to take your hand-created masterpiece home with you! Class size is limited to 25 participants. Tickets for class 7 are on sale in the Fitness Center, no refunds.
#7 Resident Wine Tasting
Date: Sunday, July 23 Santa Barbara Room Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Cost: $40 per person Corte Bella residents will be able to taste carefully selected wines from Argentina for this special Sunday event, the 7th resident wine tasting presented for your enjoyment. Continue your education about the fruits of the vine. There will be pairing of light hors de d’oeuvres prepared especially by the Anacapa’s Chef Dan with each featured wine. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center, no refunds.
#8 Resident Wine Tasting
Corte Bella Sunday Cabaret
Corte Bella’s Annual Labor Day Dinner and Dance
Date: Sunday, August 20 Anacapa Time: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM Cost: $10 per person (music only) Limited dining menu for purchase 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM “Don’t sit at home alone in your room. Come to the Cabaret!” The place to be on this Sunday night will be the Anacapa for another amazing and wonderful musical evening featuring the 3-piece rock and roll band Route ‘66 for your listening and dancing pleasure. Join your friends and neighbors for this wonderful evening. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, July 16th at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Cocktails and Canvas
Class #8 Date: Wednesday, August 23 Bella Stanza Room Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $40 per person (includes complimentary glass of champagne, fruit and cheese - cash bar available) Come enjoy a glass of bubbly while learning to create your own artistic masterpiece under the guidance of a trained teaching artist from MudPie Studios. All materials needed to paint are supplied along with an apron to keep you neat and clean. You get to take your hand-created masterpiece home with you! Class size is limited to 25 participants. Tickets for class 8 are on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, July 9 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Date: Sunday, August 27 Santa Barbara Room Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Cost: $40 per person Corte Bella residents will be able to taste carefully selected wines from Italy on this special Sunday event, the 8th resident wine tasting presented for your enjoyment There will be pairing of light hors de d’oeuvres prepared especially by the Anacapa’s Chef Dan to accompany each featured wine. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center on Sunday, July 16 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Date: Monday, September 4 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: 5:30 PM doors open 6:00 PM dinner served Cost: $30 per person (inclusive) Labor Day has been a national holiday since 1894 and is dedicated to workers across our nation. The holiday is intended to recognize the contributions laborers make daily as well as marking the end of summer. Plans are in the works to offer Corte Bella a unique, special way to celebrate this traditional holiday. Wear dancing shoes as a special DJ will be there to get you moving on the dance floor. Tickets will be available in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, July 30 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
#9 Resident Wine Tasting
Date: Sunday, September 17 Santa Barbara Room Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Cost: $40 per person Corte Bella residents will be able to taste carefully selected wines in this special session of Old World vs. New World. At this tasting event, the wine varietals Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon will be explored from two different perspectives. Continue your education about the fruits of the vine at the 9th tasting offered to Corte Bella. There will be pairing of light hors de d’oeuvres prepared especially by the Anacapa’s Chef Dan to accompany each featured wine. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center on Sunday, August 6 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
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ASSOCIATION Corte Bella Farmers’ Market 1st of the Season!
Cocktails and Canvas
Class #9 Date: Wednesday, September 20 Bella Stanza Room Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $40 per person (includes complimentary glass of champagne, fruit and cheese - cash bar available) Come enjoy a glass of bubbly while learning to create your own artistic masterpiece under the guidance of a trained teaching artist from MudPie Studios. All materials needed to paint are supplied along with an apron to keep you neat and clean. You get to take your hand-created masterpiece home with you! Class size is limited to 25 participants. Tickets for class 9 are on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, August 6 at 2:00 PM, no refunds. Anacapa Special Event
Annual Octoberfest Buffet
Date: Sunday, October 4 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Cost: TBD per person (tax and gratuity not included.) Once again, it’s time to “Roll Out the Barrel” and loosen the belt buckle. There will a food fest awaiting you at the Anacapa’s annual Oktoberfest buffet! Chef Dan and his crew will have all the traditional German cuisine items as well as specialty German beers offered for your purchase. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call 623 455 9045. HOA Sponsored Events
Corte Bella’s Fall Festival “Fall into Fun”
Date: Monday, October 9 Anacapa and patio area Time: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Cost: $20 per person This annual event will celebrate the Anacapa’s 10th year of operation and will allow the restaurant to express its gratitude to the community for the years of loyal patronage. Join in the fun and welcome back our seasonal residents. Toast the beginning of our cooler months. Find out what’s on tap in the way of events and activities for the remainder of this year and into the next. Music will be provided by the popular band Faded Jeans for your dancing pleasure. Wonderful food stations designed by Chef Dan will satisfy everyone! Tickets are available on Sunday, August 27 in the Fitness Center Movement Room at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Anacapa Patio and Breezeway Date: Wednesday, October 11 Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Free Event Be sure to come and check out what the variety of vendors will be offering this season. Support small local business and shop in your own backyard. There is everything from soup to fresh fish and wonderful produce. Bring your shopping bag and stock up.
Chef Dan Presents: “For Men Only” Cooking Class
Favorite Grilling Techniques Date: Friday, October 13 Santa Barbara Room Time: 11:30 PM Cost: $40 per person Chef Dan will put on his grille master apron and demonstrate the proper way to grill using different methods to cook and smoke foods. Additional details on the menu will be available soon. Limited seating. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, September 17 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Food and Wine Pairing Series Date: Monday, October 16 Anacapa Time: 6:00 PM Cost: $75 per person (inclusive)
Enjoy an elegant dining experience of a three-course meal designed specifically to enhance your enjoyment of carefully selected wines paired to each course. Limited seating. Tickets available on Sunday, September 3 in the Fitness Center Movement Room at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
Cocktails and Canvas
Class #10 Date: Wednesday, October 18 Bella Stanza Room Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $40 per person (includes complimentary glass of champagne, fruit and cheese - cash bar available) Come enjoy a glass of bubbly while learning to create your own artistic masterpiece under the guidance of a trained teaching artist from MudPie Studios. All materials needed to paint are supplied along with an apron to keep you neat and clean. You get to take your hand-created masterpiece home with you! Class size is limited to 25 participants. Tickets for class 10 are on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, September 10 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
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Upcoming HOA Events Sep 1 Sep 4 Sep 4 Sep 17 Sep 20 Sep 27
Corte Bella Fall Marketplace
Date: Sunday, October 29 Anacapa Patio, Breezeway and Santa Barbara Room Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Free Event Come shop in the comfort of your own backyard. This event will bring vendors and merchandise from all over Arizona. Get a head start on holiday gift shopping while you find that certain treasured object for yourself. Credit cards and checks accepted for your convenience. Come early for the best selection. Satisfaction guaranteed!
Corte Bella’s Spooky Halloween
Date: Tuesday, October 31 Santa Barbara Room, Anacapa Patio & Grounds Time: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Cost: $30 per person (inclusive) You’ve been given plenty of notice to get yourself ready for this event. Get your costumes together and be prepared to enjoy this “scary” good party. You’ll be blown away with the transformation of the Social Hall especially designed to give you the most “frightening” time of your life! Artfully designed food stations will fortify you for the rest of the night. DJ ??? will have dancing music for you to kick up your heels on this special night. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center Movement Room on Sunday, September 17 at 2:00 PM, no refunds. Corte Bella Spa and Fitness News
Line Dancing with Ernie and Carmel Hutchinson
Dates: Tuesdays Fitness Center Movement Studio Time: 11:30 AM Advanced Beginner/Easy Intermediate (1 hr.) Note: there is no beginner class during the summer months (until October) Remaining classes for Session 4: July 6, 11, 25 (Please note there is a special class time on July 6 – 1:30 PM.) Session 5: August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and September 5 Session #6: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, & 17 (Beginner Class at 12:30 PM will resume on October 3.) Cost: $4 per class or $18 punch card for 6 classes Come dance and exercise to great music. Wear tennis shoes, dance sneakers or bowling shoes only. Tickets available in the Fitness Center, no refunds.
Oct 2 Oct 6 Oct 9 Oct 11 Oct 13 Oct 16 Oct 18 Oct 22 Oct 29 Oct 31 Nov 3 Nov 3 Nov 3 Nov 6 Nov 8 Nov 11 Nov 13 Nov 15 Nov 20
1st Fridays with Pam Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Labor Day Dinner Dance #9 Resident Wine Tasting Cocktails and Canvas #9 Diamondback’s Baseball at Chase Field Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants @ 12:40 PM Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip 1st Friday with Pam Fall Festival Farmers’ Market -1st of the Season Cooking with Chef Dan Class “For Men Only” Food and Wine Pairing Series Cocktails and Canvas #10 #10 Resident Wine Tasting Corte Bella Fall Marketplace Corte Bella’s Spooky Halloween 1st Friday with Pam Cooking with Chef Dan Class #2 Jason Love Comedy Show Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Farmers’ Market Verde Canyon Trail Ride Trip Veterans’ Day Dinner Dance Cocktails and Canvas #11 Food and Wine Pairing Series
Anacapa Special Events Oct 4 Nov 23 Nov 30
Octoberfest Buffet Thanksgiving Day Buffet Corte Bella Christmas Tree Lighting Buffet
Community Events Upcoming Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 11 Sep 12 Sep 12 Sep 13 Sep 21 Sep 21
CB Poker Group CB Steppers Line Dancing World of Friends CB Vets Regular Meeting Corte Bella Book Lovers Club Ryan’s Case for Smiles SOuL Regular Meeting CB Steppers Line Dancing
Upcoming HOA Board of Directors Meetings Sep 23 Sep 27 Oct 3 Oct 20 Oct 25 Nov 10 Nov 15
HOA Board of Directors Workshop HOA Board of Directors Meeting HOA Board 2018 Budget Presentation HOA Board of Directors Workshop HOA Board of Directors Meeting HOA Board of Directors Workshop HOA Board of Directors Meeting
Special Community Charity Event Upcoming Nov 6
SOuL’s 2nd Annual Chile Cookoff & Country Ho Down
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July 2017
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3 Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip - 8:00 AM Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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“Cool Off with Friends” Ice Cream Social 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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17 Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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18 Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
6 Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM
Buildings and Grounds Committee 9:00 AM Ryan’s Case for Smiles 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM ARC Submittal Deadline 4:00 PM
CB Vets Regular Meeting 9:00 AM Technology Committee 10:30 AM Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
World of Friends Meeting 5:00 PM
5 Poker Group 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Annual 4th of July Celebration Dinner Dance 5:30 PM
10 Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Neighborthood Safelty and Awaremess Committee 9:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Cocktails and Canvas #7 5:00 PM - 7;00 PM
30 31 Anacapa Sunday Brunch Lady Putters 8:00 AM 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Mah Jong 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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20 HOA Board Workshop 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ARC Meeting 9:00 AM SoUL Regular Meeting 10:30 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Finance Committee 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM 27 Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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6 Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Corte Bella Sunday Cabaret 5:30 PM
21 Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM
Long Term Planning 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
27 Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
28 Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
#8 Resident Wine Tasting 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
23 Cocktails and Canvas #8 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
29 Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM
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ARC Meeting 9:00 AM SOuL Regular Meeting 10:30 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Finance Committee 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM
World of Friends Meeting 5:00 PM
Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
SAT
Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Buildings and Grounds Committee 9:00 AM Ryan’s Case for Smiles 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM ARC Submittal Deadline 4:00 PM
Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
3 Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM
8 CB Vets Regular Meeting 8:30 AM Technology Committee 10:00 AM Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Wild Hourse Pass Casino Trip 8:00 AM Lady Putters 8:00 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
2 Poker Group 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Easy Intermediate 11:30 AM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
31 Diamondbacks’ Baseball vs. LA Dodgers: depart 10:45 AM Mah Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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CULINARY
Corte Bella’s Anacapa Receives Legacy Award from Taste of Surprise Linda Wright with Chef Dan Haywood An annual culinary festival, Taste of Surprise, featuring the West Valley’s best local foods, wine tasting and craft beer, was held for the 4th year on April 8th at the Surprise Stadium. The Anacapa restaurant was there as it has been since the festival began, represented by Executive Chef Dan Haywood, Jill Machay, Anacapa Special Events Coordinator, and Sous Chef, Rueben Rivera. There were 42 food booths and other types of vendors participated as well – double the number of booths from the year before. Chef Dan said there were a total of 75 booths for festival attendees to enjoy. Congratulations to Chef Dan Haywood on receiving the The event is hosted by the Legacy Award Rotary Club of Surprise and has an impressive list of corporate sponsors to help the club raise funds through ticket sales to support non-profit organizations such as One Step Beyond, Surprise Youth Foundation, Benevilla, A New Leaf and the Surprise Rotary Club Community Foundation. The event raised $40,000 in proceeds and each of the charities received an $8,000 donation. Between 1,200 to 1,500 people attended the event, including volunteers and support staff. Admission tickets included live entertainment, food tasting and a wine and beer garden. The Anacapa crew served over 800 food portions during the event. Chef Dan persuaded one of his distributors, Sysco, to donate
Taste of Surprise food festival with Anacapa representation a major portion of the food items used at the festival. Therefore, actual costs/expenses were kept at a minimum and the benefit of community outreach was at a maximum. Exposure for the restaurant resulted in several bookings for private banquets and events. Chef Dan believes that not only is the public exposure beneficial to the Anacapa but participation in this event allows the restaurant and Corte Bella to give back to the larger community. This shows that our community cares and is willing to help promote our part of the West Valley as a wonderful and active place to live. Chef Dan stated his intention to continue to be involved in the annual festival and he admitted that he and his Anacapa crew acted as mentors for other participants since he has been involved in the event since the beginning. Because of Chef’s Dan dedication to the event, the Rotary Club of Surprise presented the Anacapa with the Legacy Award trophy for outstanding support to the festival. Congratulations to Chef Dan and his crew for this recognition. Corte Bella is proud of you for your community outreach and your hard work.
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Scott M. Kennedy Corte Bella Resident (623) 745-5088 scottmkennedy@cox.net
Scott Kennedy’s Home Services, LLC Home Watch Services
Protecting your Corte Bella investment.
Handyman Services
Maintaining your Corte Bella investment.
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Any Dinner Entree
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Day Spa
July Spa Specials! Treat yourself Or a loved one to a Spa Treatment!
Day Spa
August Spa Specials! Treat yourself Or a loved one to a Spa Treatment!
Two 60 minute treatments $110 Or Two 90 minute treatments $150
Two 60 minute treatments $110 Or Two 90 minute treatments $150
Massages: Swedish or Therapeutic Facials: Corte Bella Signature (customizable)
Massages: Swedish or Therapeutic Facials: Corte Bella Signature (customizable)
Rejuvenating/Oxygenating Facial $95, $85 Naturally restores and improves tone of dull sluggish skin. This facial will clarify and rebalance your skin by detoxifying and eliminating pollutants. You will leave feeling invigorated and your skin rejuvenated!
Therapeutic Massage 60 Minutes $75, $70 Designed for your relaxation, this massage increases circulation using long, fluid strokes and induces a state of deep relaxation.
Spa Blends Body Butter Corte Bella Embroidered Robes
Personal Training Packages
$12 $65
Lash & Brow Tinting
10% off
Waxing
10% off
Sports Massage 60 Minutes
$75, $70
Using proven therapeutic techniques, stretching and trigger points, this massage targets the areas of your body most affected by your golf, tennis or pickleball game.
Spa Blends Body Butter Corte Bella Embroidered Robes
$12 $65
10% off
Gift Certificates Available!
Gift Certificates Available! Call (623) 217-2018
Call (623) 217-2018
Offers are valid July 1-31, 2017. Full payment must be rendered at time of first appointment.
Offers are valid August 1-31, 2017. Full payment must be rendered at time of first appointment.
ANACAPA RESTAURANT EVERYTHING WELL DONE
The Anacapa Restaurant offers its patrons an unforgettable dining experience. Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch, Tuesday and Thursday Happy Hour. Sample our Fine Wine selection. We welcome Small & Large Parties, Birthdays, and Anniversaries. Reservations Recommended (623) 455-9045
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Yard Art: From Your Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Dorothy Greening, Chris McGee, and Linda Leonard This, the fourth article in a series, bursts an “urban myth” that we don’t need to submit to the ARC any changes to our courtyards, rear patios, or backyards. It is true that if your over-sized wall hanging, for example, cannot be seen from the road or golf course you are less likely to receive a violation notice. But if your neighbor reports the violation, or you decide to sell your property, you will receive a violation from the HOA as an inspection will be prompted. Knowing the ARC Guidelines will help you decide what is acceptable. Remember, it is always easier to submit your changes for approval in advance in order to avoid a pricey requirement to come into compliance! Size is important: All statues, artifacts, and artwork to be placed on the property or hung on an exterior wall (even if inside a courtyard) may not be larger than three feet high by three feet wide. Anything taller than three feet, even if the bulk of the height is a pole upon which the artifact sits, does not fall within the Guidelines. The only exception to this measurement is a metal plant placed in a pot, which may stand up to four feet overall (pot and plant measured together from ground level to top of plant). Pots placed on the top of a wall are acceptable if not more than two feet in height. Placement is important: Hanging art may be placed on walls that are fully under cover, such as back patios and front entryways. They may not be placed on open walls with just small roof overhangs (eaves) or on side walls of any structure, including courtyard and uncovered rear patio walls. Be sure to place your pots so they are not within the five foot setbacks on all sides and rear of the lot. Number is important: The total number of standing artifacts, hanging art, and pots in the rear yard is limited. For most yards, this number is eight (8) in the rear yard, but for homes in the larger category (Figueroa and Granada) a total of ten (10) are allowed. This number is a total of all categories of decorations added together and does not supersede the individual count allowed for some art. In the front yard, hanging art is limited to two items in the entryway only. Total pot allowances are different for each category of home and for front and rear yards. The Villas may have no more than three (3) pots in the front yard and all other collections are allowed a maximum of five (5) pots in the front yard. As for rear yards, the Villas may have three (3) pots, the Presidio collection may have four (4) pots, the Catalina collection may have five (5) pots and the Miramar collection may have up to six (6) pots in the rear yard. The number of pots is a portion of the total count allowed for each rear yard and is not a separate count. If you do not know
which collection your home falls within, you may contact the HOA office for assistance. They will need to know the model of your home. Appearance is important: All pots must be of natural color tones or cobalt blue and must contain living plants or natural material (such as bamboo) at all times. Artwork and statues must blend with the home and the natural tones of the surroundings. No artwork may contain advertising, words or symbols that may be construed as advertising. Lights are important: No lights are to be part of the artifacts but they may be lit by soft landscape lighting as approved by the ARC. Though not considered a piece of yard art, lights of any nature, other than coach style lights, are not allowed on the outside of homes. This includes string lights placed around the fence, around or on the roof line of rear patios or on courtyard walls and in entryways. Decorative string lights are allowed only as part of holiday decorations and may only be displayed during approved times. Points to remember: •
Submit your requests for yard art approval prior to making a purchase
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Keep the style consistent with the Corte Bella Santa Barbara theme
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SPNAL – Size, placement, number, appearance, and lighting are important
As always, your ARC is available to help.
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Closing Up for the Summer? Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee Here’s a handy guide to closing up your house for an extended period of time. These are suggestions – use any that you feel would be beneficial. Travel safely!
1-2 weeks before
q If you are leaving a car, disconnect the battery
q Arrange to stop or forward your mail; stop newspaper deliveries
q If you have a golf cart, add water to the battery
q Begin emptying the refrigerator and pantry q Empty fountains and bird baths of all standing water q Arrange for any landscaping, pool, or pest control services you will need while away
q Provide a key and your contact information to a trusted neighbor or local friend – be sure the HOA has their information in case of emergency q If you have your calls forwarded from your land line, set it now
q Notify the HOA of your departure and return date
Day of departure
1-2 days before
q Unplug all electrical equipment: TV’s, computers, small appliances, etc.
q Store/cover your patio furniture; give away any plants that will not survive q Be sure the batteries are fresh in your smoke, fire detectors, watering system, security system, etc. q Seal up any non-refrigerated food products in bags or plastic containers □ If turning off the refrigerator, empty the contents and clean the interior
q Set air conditioning between 80-90 degrees q Flush all toilets and run drains; cover toilets with Saran Wrap to prevent evaporation Optional: add a small amount of mineral oil to drains to prevent evaporation q Turn off water and natural gas at main valves q Close all window coverings to reduce temperatures
q If leaving the refrigerator on, toss any perishable items. Turn off the automatic ice maker and empty the bin of ice cubes. A full fridge runs more efficiently, so consider filling the fridge with bottled water.
q Open the door of your washer and dishwasher to reduce mildew
q Remove any combustibles from the garage
q Turn off water heater or set to “vacation” mode and unplug water softener
q If you are leaving a car and have a side garage door, consider parking the car in front of the side door so it can’t be opened while you’re away.
q Unplug the garage door opener or set it to the “lock” position
q Be sure all doors and windows are closed and locked
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Corte Bella Website Redesign Coming Soon Dave Wright, CB Website Administrator The Corte Bella website is over nine years old at the time of this writing. Many advances in web design and features have taken place during those intervening years. The Corte Bella website support team hopes to incorporate many of those features into a newly redesigned product for Corte Bella website users. Consequently, the team has been working with our website host, Association Voice, to improve and enhance the Corte Bella website. We hope to launch the updated version of the website sometime around mid-July 2017. Some of the changes will be purely cosmetic. For example, there will be a new color scheme and a modified Homepage that will include a slideshow of around ten images, highlighting the beauty and diversity of Corte Bella. The main menu items will be slightly rearranged to improve ease of navigation across the website. But these changes will be minor. We will add two new menu items, In the Area and Real Estate,
which will be available to anyone on the Internet as well as to resident-users. Hopefully, these will help influence prospective home buyers to choose Corte Bella. The menu items available to the public will be:
Home o o o
New Resident Register/Sign Up Resident Sign In Forgot Your Password?
Amenities
o Anacapa Restaurant o Fitness Center o Day Spa o Sports Courts o Pool
Real Estate o o
Models & Floor Plans Homes for Sale & Rent
In the Area
o Medical o Eating Out o Retail Stores o Postal Services o Religious Worship o Police & Fire o Traffic Advisory Info o PORA o Other Local Interest Links Another addition we hope to add is online payment for HOA accounts. Instead of having to go to the administrative offices you will have the option to pay your monthly HOA bill online with a credit card or an electronic deduction from your bank account. We are also hoping to offer an online voting capability to make it easier for residents to have a say in the community regardless of where they happen to be when a vote is required. We also plan to consolidate all previous website calendars into a single calendar so that it
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is easier and quicker for users to find important event dates. This calendar will be color-coded to help users differentiate between HOA events, committee meetings, Anacapa events, and interest group events.
Friday August 11 *
And, finally, we are redesigning the Volunteer Opportunities web page to increase its scope to include committee vacancies and projects, among other things. The final version of the internal, (secure, password-protected), menu items list will look something like this:
Depart Anacapa at 4:30 p.m.
Arizona Diamondbacks
* Includes $5 in D-Back Bucks, Lower
vs
Level Baseline Box – Section 114 and Transportation
Chicago Cubs
*
Join us for the Arizona Diamondbacks game at
$70 per person
Chase Field in downtown Phoenix! Included in this trip are your lower level baseline box, section 114 tickets, bus transportation, and $5 in “D-Back Bucks” which can be used for food, beverages or
HOA o o o o o o
Online Forms Community Calendar Volunteer Opportunities Resident & Visitor Management System Online Voting Online Payment
souvenirs in the MLB shop. Tickets on sale Sunday, July 2, at 2:00 p.m. in the Movement Center – HOA account, Check and Cash
(exact change) Tickets are non-refundable
Classifieds o o o
View or Search Classifieds Submit a Classified Ad Guidelines for Classified Ads
Resource Center o
Thursday August 31
Community Documents
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Lifestyle o o o o o
HOA Events Interest Group Events Clubs & Interest Groups Reserve a Court Photo Gallery
Stay Connected o o o o o
News & Announcements Resident Directory Discussion Groups Corte Bella Map Resident Home-Based Services Directory
Contacts
o HOA Management & Staff o Emergency Numbers o Board of Directors o Committees o Government Officials Exactly like they are in the current website, main menu items will be listed horizontally across each page and submenus will appear as dropdown lists when you position your computer mouse cursor over a main menu item.
Depart Anacapa at 11:00 a.m.
Arizona Diamondbacks
* Includes $5 in D-Back Bucks, Lower
vs
Level Dugout Box – Section 128 and
Los Angeles Dodgers
Transportation *
Join us for the Arizona Diamondbacks game at
$68 per person
Chase Field in downtown Phoenix! Included in this trip are your lower level dugout box, section 128 tickets, bus transportation, and $5 in “D-Back Bucks” which can be used for food, beverages or souvenirs in the MLB shop. Tickets on sale Sunday, July 23, at 2:00 p.m. in the Movement Center – HOA account, Check and Cash
(exact change) Tickets are non-refundable
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We are Over the Moon with Stardust
dog because they thrive on affection and they want to be very close to their owners.
Jo and Flynn Fuller
Stardust is our version of Flat Stanley. He loves to be seen and photographed all over Corte Bella. He is seriously considering getting an agent so that he can become a dog model in a glamour magazine. He is hoping he can be the star photograph on the newly revised Corte Bella website! Vizlas are one of the easiest dogs to train. Stardust attended a rattlesnake avoidance class and passed with flying colors. Fortunately, we have not encountered a rattlesnake. One of Stardust’s favorite activities is an unleashed romp in the desert across from the side entrance to Corte Bella. Since he had just graduated from his rattlesnake class, we felt fairly secure about his wilderness wanderings….until he spotted a lone coyote.
As you can see, our dog, Stardust, enjoys the good life at Corte Bella. He is a Vizsla which is a dog breed that originated in Hungary. Vizlas are affectionate, gentle-mannered, energetic, caring and loyal. They are sometimes nicknamed the “Velcro”
Stardust sprang into action and shifted into high gear running like a gazelle and giving the coyote a run for his money. Soon the coyote realized he could not outrun the long-legged hunting dog so he stopped dead in his tracks and decided to have a stare down with Stardust. A surprised Stardust mimicked the coyote’s behavior. Luckily, by that point, the retired white-headed owner had huffed and puffed and caught up with the two animals. As Stardust was grabbed by his collar, the coyote was shooed away. It looks like Stardust will be confined to the inside of Corte Bella for a while. He loves to meet new people so if you see him out walking, please stop and say hello. He will easily pose for a photograph with you.
Sunday September 17 *
CORTE BELLA RESIDENT WINE TASTING A pairing of wine and light hors d’oeuvres
Join us as we taste carefully selected wines in this special session of Old World vs. New World. At this tasting event the wine varietals Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon will be explored from two different perspectives.
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. * Bella Stanza Room * $40 per person
Take this opportunity to meet and mingle with friends of Corte Bella! Tickets on sale Sunday, August 6 after 2:00 p.m. at the Fitness Center – HOA account, Check and Cash (exact change) Tickets are non-refundable
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Drop Toppers Grand Adventure Nancy Wendler Before summer began, the Drop Toppers caravanned to Prescott, AZ to enjoy the sunshine and tour the historic Sharlott Hall Museum. The Sharlot Hall Museum is an open-air museum which was originally opened in 1928 by Sharlot M. Hall as the Old Governor’s Mansion Museum. It is dedicated to preserving the history and folklore of Yavapai County, Arizona. The museum grounds include the Governor’s Mansion in its original location; Fort Misery, the oldest log cabin in Arizona-built in 1864; the Iron Turbine Windmill, and several buildings and structures that were moved to the property including a library and archives.
In 2011, The Palace created an annual event on New Year’s Eve. Rather than having a ball drop from the rooftop, like New York, a cowboy boot is dropped at midnight. So put on your chaps, cowboy hat, boots and venture into The Palace.
Wednesday September 27
We couldn’t visit Prescott without stopping for lunch at the infamous Palace Restaurant and Saloon on Whiskey Row. It is the most well-known and oldest frontier saloon in Arizona. As we sauntered through the wooden swinging doors, we stepped back in time. The bartenders and waiters were dressed in period costumes and we expected a gun fight to break out at any moment. The incredibly ornately carved Brunswick Bar took our breath away, especially when we heard that patrons had carried the massive bar out of the restaurant during a fire on Whiskey Row on July 14, 1900. The legend is that the patrons continued to drink at the bar once they had removed it from the fire and they watched the blaze from across the street. The Palace was rebuilt in 1901 and has been featured in several movies. Murals of the movies as well as a tribute to the Granite Mountain Hotshots who perished in the Yarnell fire in June 2013 add to the saloon’s compelling ambiance. Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp frequented The Palace in the 1870’s. Holliday’s favorite drink, Old Overholt, is still served. The unique watering hole and restaurant has been featured on the television show Ghost Adventures. One ghost, Nevins, bet his funeral parlor business as collateral during a high stakes poker game that he lost.
* Depart Anacapa at 11:00 a.m.
Arizona Diamondbacks
* Includes $5 in D-Back Bucks, Lower
vs
Level Baseline Box – Section 131 and
San Francisco Giants
Transportation *
Join us for the Arizona Diamondbacks game at
$62 per person
Chase Field in downtown Phoenix! Included in this trip are your lower level baseline box, section 131 tickets, bus transportation, and $5 in “D-Back Bucks” which can be used for food, beverages or souvenirs in the MLB shop. Tickets on sale Sunday, August 13, at 2:00 p.m. in the Movement Center – HOA account, Check and Cash
(exact change) Tickets are non-refundable
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Your Corte Bella Garden Series “Ladybug” Deborah Lazear
Your Corte Bella Garden in July •
Check watering system again! Just right? Too much? Too little?
Your Corte Bella Garden in August •
Mid to end of August, major shrub and tree pruning (do not put black paint on the fresh cuts)
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Spray water on roses to control spider mites
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Harvest herbs
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Pre-emergent treatment (2 of 2)
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Fertilize citrus in pots last time this year
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Fertilize roses half strength
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Fertilize roses half strength
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Fertilize succulents half strength
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Fertilize succulents half strength
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Fertilize citrus pots
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Fertilize palms last time this year
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Prune back tomatoes by two thirds for Fall new growth
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Sow seeds for winter squash, melons, okra, pinto beans
Sow seeds for lettuce (look for Sea of Red), carrots, brussel sprouts, chard, kale, spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, radish
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Cut back tomatoes to 1 foot height; fertilize and water deeply
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Refresh mulch with new layer
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Amend soil with humic acid liquid form
St. Mary’s Food Bank Needs Your Help Linda Wright, member of SOuL (Smiling Out Loud) John Van Hengel, founder of St. Mary’s Food Bank, once said “The poor we shall always have, but why the hungry?” While he was helping at a soup kitchen, the idea of a food “bank” where the needy could “withdraw” food items came to him. In 1967, in an unused building and with $3,000 donated by his local parish, the world’s first food bank was born. Today, this operation in Arizona is one of the nation’s largest and its effectiveness is beyond amazing thanks to generous donations. In 2015-2016, St. Mary’s Food Bank provided 74 million meals, distributed 21 million pounds of fresh produce and gave 1.2 million after-school meals to children through their Kids Café program. At this time, however, according to the April 2017 newsletter, donations are down some 30% compared to last year. Please note that $1 can feed 7 persons and 1 can of food will provide a meal for 1 person. It’s important to understand that in Arizona, 1 in 5 children and 1 in 7 seniors are living in poverty. Arizona’s hunger rates are higher than national averages as well. Statistics show that 17.8% of Arizonans are “food insecure” compared to the national level of 15.9%. Also, 28.2% of children in Arizona face hunger compared to 21.6% nationally. Additionally, 2 million in Arizona are considered working poor - living at or below federal poverty standards. These people are the ones served by St. Mary’s Food Bank.
The location of St. Mary’s Food Bank in Surprise (13050 W Elm Street, 85378) is very convenient for Corte Bella residents. The phone number of the facility is 602-242-3668 and hours of operation for the public are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. If you’d like to contribute non-perishable food items or make a monetary donation, you can do this during those hours. St. Mary’s Food Bank website is www.firstfoodbank.org and the site is full of information and guidance on how you can donate or get involved. SOuL, a charity support organization here in Corte Bella, organizes food bank drives to help St. Mary’s Food Bank throughout the year. But, our organization feels that the community needs to be aware that you can contribute, volunteer or donate any time. Please consider how you can help. Do it today.
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Corte Bella Neighborhood Specialist.
JIM CLAEYS Long Realty
Jim’s recent sales activity:
SOLD! Record Breaking Price!
West Valley
602-750-5824 jimc@longrealty.com
13232 West Los Bancos Dr.
Seller: “Jim Claeys exceeded our expectations, we would not hesitate to use Jim again and recommend him to any of our friends, neighbors or relatives.” — Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey H.
SOLD! On the Golf Course! 22410 N Del Monte Ct.
Buyer: “Jim was excellent in everyway, knowledgeable, efficient and 1st class. We would highly recommend Jim to anyone looking for an honorable agent.” — Mr. and Mrs. Richard B.
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EZ Dining is Simple, Fun and Delicious Virginia Dent EZ Dining is a fun event for gathering people together in a small group setting. It is a new group that is forming in Corte Bella; the idea came from my 55+ community in Colorado. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and all Corte Bella residents are welcome.
EZ Dining means exactly that. You can go to Costco or Trader Joe’s or any grocer and buy something already prepared. It is supposed to be easy. This will be a monthly event that will start on Thursday, September 28.
When you do attend, please choose to be a host or guest. The host decides the time and how many people they can accommodate. Their responsibility is to determine the dinner menu and contact their guests—preferably people they do not know. The guests will bring whatever the host asks them to add to the meal, generally an appetizer, salad or dessert and their own beverage. If you are interested in getting on this EZ Dining e-mail list, please contact Virginia Dent at Virginia.dent.21@gmail.com to have a fun evening with other Corte Bella residents.
This is not something you must attend every month, but you will not receive an invitation unless you sign up for the group.
World of Friends Evie Hansen World of Friends brings together Corte Bella residents and renters with international interests for an evening of good food and wonderful conversation. Some in our group have lived/worked overseas. Some have traveled internationally while others come because of their interest in the world. Usually, someone will very briefly share something about a recent trip to an international destination or lead a short discussion on some relevant/current international issues. Because of our focus on fellowship these are conversations rather than formal lectures or presentations. To keep things simple, the pot luck menu is a “finger-food” so we can keep the emphasis on fellowship and conversation. Attendees bring their beverage of choice. We meet on the second Monday night of each month in a residents’ home. John Eakins and Emilie Tipton will host the Fall kick-off gathering on Monday, September 11, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. at 22307 N. Pedregosa Drive. Please contact Merrill Ewert (at merrill.ewert@gmail.com) to be added to our email distribution list.
Photo by Virginia Dent
This diverse group, like Corte Bella itself, includes people with a wide range of interests and experiences which makes for a delightful evening. Our only agenda is to be a welcoming and inclusive community for people who are interested in the world.
Come check us out!
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Tuesday July 4th
Sunday July 16
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5:30 p.m.
1:00 pm
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to 3:00 pm
Entertainment by: Faded Jeans Band
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION DINNER AND DANCE Join us for our annual Corte Bella July 4th Celebration!
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Cool Off with Friends
Santa Barbara
All Corte Bella residents are invited to share a refreshing $30 per person * Cash Bar
Rock ‘n’ roll the night away with the Faded Jeans Band!
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treat with your friends and neighbors!
Ballroom *
There will be ice cream with all the fixings to create your
Complimentary
perfect sundae or a root beer float. *
Join us for a fun and refreshing afternoon! Sugar free ice cream available upon request.
Tickets on sale Sunday, May 21 after 2:00 p.m. in the Movement Center – HOA Account, Check or Cash (exact change)
Cash Bar Sign up and pick up your ticket on Sunday, June 4 after 2:00 p.m. at the Movement Center
Wednesday August 23 * Sunday
5:00 p.m.
July 23
to 7:00 p.m.
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CORTE BELLA RESIDENT WINE TASTING A pairing of wine and light hors d’oeuvres
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Bella Stanza *
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Bella Stanza Room
Join us as we sample featured imported wines from Australia! Take this opportunity to meet and mingle with friends of Corte Bella!
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Cocktails and Canvas
$40 per person
Experience an unforgettable evening of fun, friends, and
Complimentary
laughter. Jennifer will give you step by step instructions on how to complete your masterpiece all while eating and
Tickets on sale Sunday, June 11 after 2:00 p.m. at the Fitness Center – HOA account, Check and Cash (exact change) Tickets are non-refundable
sipping wine!
glass of champagne, fruit & cheese * Cash Bar
All of your painting supplies, including an apron to keep your clothes clean are waiting for you. At the end of the event, you will take home your work of art! Tickets on sale Sunday, July 9 after 2:00 p.m. at the Movement Center – HOA account, Check and Cash (exact change)
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COMMUNITY
What’s Been Happening in Corte Bella? Linda Wright
TASU Gammage Theater Trip “An American in Paris”
Saturday, April 22 An enthusiastic group of 22 Corte Bella residents rode the bus to Tempe and watched this Tony Award winning Gershwin brothers’ musical. All those who attended had a wonderful experience and raved about the quality of the production.
Corte Bella’s Annual Spring Fashion Show “Hats Off to Fashion”
Friday, April 28 Lovely table decorations, a glass of champagne, a delicious luncheon from the Anacapa and fabulous fashions from The Cottage Garden in Glendale created a memorable afternoon for all who attended. Thank you to Shelly Adams, Marianne Bradley, Sandy Harris, JoAnne Hurst, Sandi Irving, Diane Kingsley, Deborah Lazear, Laney Patrick, Po Plantz Bauman, and Nancy Wendler for making this a special event with your modeling skills. Thanks to Eileen Stomski Gow, Nancy Healey, Hilda Furkert, and Donna Falon for their wonderful decorations, table favors and video. Thank you to Steve Hurst and Dave Wright for being such gracious escorts.
Corte Bella’s Sunday Cabaret Featuring TNT Entertainment
Sunday, April 23 A sold-out crowd enjoyed the wonderful collection of music from this talented band. Dancing and dining on a special Anacapa bistro menu made for a delightful Sunday evening’s entertainment right here in Corte Bella.
Cocktails and Canvas
Wednesday, April 19 and Wednesday, May 17 Creative residents of Corte Bella enjoyed painting their very own masterpiece at each of these two classes. The instructors from MudPie Studios have been amazing in guiding our residents through their painting experience. Paint, enjoy an adult beverage and some delicious snacks – a perfect Wednesday evening.
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Food and Wine Pairing Series
Monday, April 24 and Monday, May 22 An elegant dining and wine experience was enjoyed by an average of 75 to 80 Corte Bella residents on both occasions in April and May. A perfectly prepared three-course dining menu from Chef Dan and his Anacapa staff was paired with exciting wines presented by Jeff McCarty from Quail Distributing. Fine dining and great wines make this such an amazing monthly event.
Corte Bella Goes to the Baseball Game! Diamondbacks vs the Detroit Tigers
Wednesday, May 10 Corte Bella was well represented at Chase Field for this baseball game and everyone enjoyed the great seats along with the D’Backs victory. It’s interesting to note, that when Corte Bella takes a group to the game, the D’Backs win! Included in the trip cost, is $15 in D’Bucks which everyone used to buy delicious ball park food for the game. A comfortable bus to transport to and from the game is a real plus.
Cooking with Chef Dan Cinco de Mayo Mexican Cooking Techniques
Friday, May 5 Both ladies and men from Corte Bella enjoyed this seasonal cooking demonstration featuring tamales, pork with mole negro sauce and tres leches cake. And they all got to experience a delicious Cinco de Mayo luncheon too!
Memorial Day, Corte Bella Style
Resident Wine Tasting
Sunday, April 30 and Sunday, May 21 Once a month on Sunday afternoons in Corte Bella, you’ll find many residents exploring fine wines from around the world and wonderful food pairings from Anacapa’s Chef Dan. In April, carefully selected wines from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa were sampled and found excellent. In May, French wines were featured and enjoyed by all who attended the event. Jeff McCarty from Quail Distributing provides detailed information on the wines featured at each event and participants can order directly from his company.
Monday, May 29 Almost 100 Corte Bella residents joined together to honor the memories of our country’s fallen heroes on Memorial Day. The Santa Barbara room was beautifully decorated in red, white and blue by volunteers. A solemn ceremony respectfully acknowledged the true reason for this holiday. After enjoying a wonderful buffet dinner of grilled New York strip steak and BBQ chicken prepared by Chef Dan and the Anacapa, the dance floor was full for the remainder of the event. DJ Ray Mar had Corte Bella on their feet and rocking out!
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Pickleball: Summer Play Robin Mandell
Current membership: 187 The temperatures are a little warm, but we still have many club members out on the courts, especially early in the morning and under the lights at night. Our lanai, umbrellas, misters, and swamp cooler help to cool players off during break times. Time passes quickly - see our special new clock (right) out by the courts. We have a new piece of equipment (purchased through club members’ annual dues) that is very helpful to new and experienced players alike: a portable back board. Check it out on the courts. In the next issue of the CB Times we’ll be happy to show newly repainted Court #5. Several club members play elsewhere during the summer months, both on indoor and outdoor courts. Up in northern Arizona, Flagstaff offers three places to play pickleball: (1) at the Flagstaff Athletic Club (private); (2) at the Continental Country Club outdoors on six courts (seasonal fee), and (3) at the cityowned Aquaplex indoors on 4 courts. Not really easy to play there
as you can see how many lines are drawn on the gym floor in the photo (yellow is for pickleball). Open play is weekdays from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Anyone can join for a $2 fee, so if you are passing through Flagstaff, stop in and check out your ability to play in the high (7,000 feet) altitude. You feel it running for the ball.
Pine Nursery courts in Bend, OR Diane Baumgartner plays outdoors at Pine Nursery in Bend, Oregon. Beautiful courts with a gorgeous view (see photo). Courts are also available indoors at Eagle Crest Resort. Other known locations where our members play in the summer: Illinois, New York, Michigan, Minnesota, Washington, and some spots in Canada. Wherever you are playing during the summer months - enjoy!
Flagstaff Aquaplex indoor court
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Corte Bella Tennis: Wimbledon Whites MaryLee Planer On May 16th, members of the Corte Bella Tennis Club (CBTC) dressed in white for play in tribute to Wimbledon. The men’s winner was Frank Olsson and Linda Sivakoff had the most wins for the women. Following the tournament, members gathered for appetizers and beverages at Patsy and Doug Kitts’ home. Kudos to the Kitts for last minute hosting due to high winds blowing through the Lanai. The CBTC welcomes new members year around; dues are $15 annually. Club play offers excellent opportunities for exercise and fellowship. Additional information can be found on the court side bulletin board.
Summertime Golfing Debbie Parks-Dube As temperatures rise in Arizona, a lot of people have gone to cooler country for the summer so things have really quieted down at the club. It was a great season that went by so fast! We look forward to seeing everyone return back to Corte Bella in the fall.
Sunday Cabaret @Anacapa Restaurant
Sunday, August 20, 2017 Route 66 Band
We will continue with our Saturday and Sunday breakfast through the summer so come in to the club for a good deal on a great meal. We also have a variety of yummy lunch options available every day plus a bar with delicious drink options and TV’s to watch your favorite sporting event. Our Lady Putter Group will continue to putt on Mondays at 8:00 am through the summer. If there are any women interested in joining the Lady Putters please contact Diane Kingsley at 623234-8505. Being a part of the Lady Putters is a great way to meet some fantastic residents and see what putting is all about. We do not have any tournaments scheduled for a little while but the Mens and Ladies groups will continue to have their normal league play through the summer. We are currently running a great membership special so stop by or give us a call so you don’t miss out on this opportunity! The golf shop staff is available for lessons and our clubhouse has a terrific selection of merchandise, including items with the Corte Bella logo. Golf Tip by Ray Linnell Corte Bella Teaching Professional For most golfers, practice time is limited to hitting a few balls before their round. Make sure if your practice time is limited that you take some practice “finesse shots” such as chipping or pitching. If you miss the first green, you will be chipping and you’ll already have that “feel shot” in your mind. Enjoy your summer and stay hydrated by drinking a lot of water!
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5:30 pm Doors Open/Cash Bar 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm Limited Dining Menu 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm Live Entertainment
$10 (Music Only)
Tickets on sale Sunday, July 16 after 2:00 p.m. @Fitness Center A maximum of 6 tickets may be purchased per customer HOA Charge, Check, or Cash (exact change ) No Refunds on purchased tickets
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Club & Interest Groups
SOCIAL CLUB Activities
Day of Week
Time
Place
Contact Person
Contact Info
Social Rooms Bid Whist
2nd Fri.
7–10 P.M.
Social Hall
Kaye France
623-934-5051
CB Crafters
3rd & 4th Wednesdays
12:30 to 4:30
Bella Stanza Room
Marlene Chumbley
murphychumbley@aol.com 623-322-1830
CB Open Jam Group
Varies
7–9 PM
Social Hall
Greg Peck
602-657-3950
CB Quilters
2nd Friday
Varies
Bacara Room
Patsy Kitts Barbara Thomason
mcgee917@me.com thomasonb@hotmail.com
CB Steppers Line Dance
1st & 3rd Thurs.
6–7:30 P.M.
Social Hall
Lynn Funk/Fran Snively
623-670-0733/623-466-7799
Corte Bella Vets
2nd Tues.
9:00–10:30 A.M.
Anacapa
Gary Lea
leagary@yahoo.com
Computer Club (from Oct. – June)
1st Thu.
6:30 P.M.
Social Hall
Stan Sacha
coordinator@cortebellaclub.org
Corte Bella Chorus
Mon.
7 P.M.
Social Hall
Hilda Furkert
623-266-2733
Duplicate Bridge
Every Tue.
12:30–4:30 P.M.
Social Hall
The Jacobs
623-217-2803
Friends of Italy
Varies
Varies
Social Hall
Jack Carollo
623-337-5456
Genealogy Club
3rd Saturday
9–11 A.M.
Social Hall / Laguna Room
Pat Burke
623-748-3751
Hand & Foot Canasta
2nd & 4th Mon.
6–8:45 P.M.
Social Hall
Jeannie McKee
623-792-5679
Mah Jongg
Mon./Thu.
10 A.M.–3 P.M.
Social Hall
Jo Ann Moberly
623-328-9583
Men’s Christian Group
Tue.
8–9 A.M.
Social Hall
Jim Dowen
623-556-8137
Open Bridge
Every Thu.
1–4 P.M.
Social Hall
Ann Webb
623-594-4592
Poker Club
1st Wed. each month
5–9 P.M.
Social Hall
Jim Lewin
623-455-9532
Ryan’s Case for Smiles
2nd Wed
1–4:30 P.M.
Social Hall
JoAnn Shaw
623-466-6223
Smiling Out Loud (SOuL)
3rd Thu.
10:30 – 12:30 P.M.
Social Hall
Kay Steik
623-640-4591
West Valley Photo Club
4th Tues
5:30–6:30 Social 6:30–8:30 Meeting
Social Hall
Joseph Berke
jberke@cox.net
Ya Ya Sisterhood Canasta
Mon. & Fri.
12–4 P.M.
Social Hall
Barb Morin
BMorin2@cox.net
Call for Times
Homes
Ann Brown
623-255-1951
1st Tue.
7-10 P.M.
Homes
Harriet Kessler
623-388-3731
Usually Meets in Members’ Homes Belles of Corte Bella/Red Hats Bunco Bunco
2nd Mon.
2-4 P.M.
Homes
Cathy Emerson / Paula Bachman
623-518-3833 / 623-476-8989
Bunco: Dynamite Gals
1st Tue.
7 P.M.
Homes
Pam Jones
623-322-2728
Call for Times
Various
Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting
Varies
Varies
CB Book Lovers Club
2nd Tuesday
3:00 – 5:00
Canadians
Homes
The Mandells
623-374-3592
Robin Mandell
623-374-3592
Sharon Orlopp and Donna Norton
sorlopp@aol.com donnaenorton@gmail.com
Christian Neighborhood Group
Thursday Group
6:30 P.M.
Homes
Mike and Marsha Short
623-696-5526
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
Corte Bella Car Club
Varies
Varies
Homes
Howard Evans
howard.evans@cox.net
Drop Toppers Convertible Club
Varies
Varies
Varies
Alan & Sue McVey
623-214-0901
EZ Dining
4th Thursday of each month
6:00 PM
Varies
Virginia Dent
303-514-8283/virginia.dent.21@gmail.com
Gun Club
Varies
Varies
Homes
Ron Williams
ronshilr@hotmail.com
Iowa Group
Call for Times
Ladies Tea Society
Call for Times
Pinochle: Single Deck
515-991-9166
Janet Silver
623-337-4139
6:00 P.M.
Homes
Darlene Schilf
darcats@gmail.com
Shalom Club
Call for Times
Homes
Judi Bourd
623-433-9449
Singles
Call for Times
Homes
Nancy Hansen
623-322-9406
Evie Hansen / John Eakins
eviehansen.nse@gmail.com johneakins@msn.com
World of Friends
3rd Sat
Homes
Bob & Pam DeWaay
2nd Mon.
5:00 P.M.
Homes
Sports Bocce Ball
Team Couples
1st Friday
4:30-6:30 P.M.
Courts
Sandy Johnson
623-251-3829
Bocce Ball Group
2nd Friday
5-7 P.M.
Courts
Jackie Gnagi
920-203-6068
Couples
3rd Friday
4:30-6:30 P.M.
Courts
Ron Werba
602-684-8660
Couples
4th Friday
5-7 P.M.
Courts
Shirley Williams
309-781-9848
Couples
1st Sat.
4 – 5:30 P.M.
Courts
John / Barbara Wilson
623-688-8338
Couples
2nd Sat.
4 – 7:30 P.M.
Courts
Ken & Judi Zeroll
623-266-6974
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
Darrell Emerson
623-518-3833
Las Palmas
1st & 3rd Tue.
5-7 P.M.
Courts
David Keppy
623-455-8310
Men’s Open
Every Wed.
4-6 P.M.
Courts
Robert Broda
623-444-2172
San Ramon
2nd Sun.
5:30 – 8:30 P.M.
Courts
Carol Dobkins
623-266-9395
Golf
Lady Putters
Every Mon.
8:00 A.M.
Golf Club
Diane Kingsley
623-234-8505
Ready Golf Girls (RGG)
Thursday
TBA
Meet at Various Courses
Wilma Krumwiede
623-476-2204
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
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
Pickleball
Member Play
Mon.-Sat.
7:00 – 10:00 A.M.
Courts
Robin Mandell
623-374-3592
Hiking/Cycling
Adventure Club
Varies
Varies
Varies
Steve Downing
937-684-1733
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