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Contents
What’s Inside February 2019
COMMUNITY INFORMATION 6 Numbers to Know
ASSOCIATION
8 Irony or Destiny? 9 Board Talk 9 From the Editor’s Desk 10 Corte Bella Events 14 Upcoming HOA Events 15 February 2019 Calendar
CULINARY
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16 Recipes from Chef Dan 18 Wine & Food: Uncorked
COMMITTEE
20 Corte Bella Looks to the Future 21 Golf Cart Safety 21 Tree Health on Your Property
COMMUNITY
22 Corte Bella Vets News 22 Your Corte Bella Garden in February 24 Friends of Italy Club
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24 Corte Bella Adventure Group 25 Drop Toppers Do Barleen’s Dinner Show 26 Smiling Out Loud Celebrates and Donates 28 The Streets of Corte Bella 30 What’s Happening in Corte Bella 30 The YaYa’s Celebrate Christmas!
HEALTH & FITNESS
32 Corte Bella Tennis Club News 32 Corte Bella Golf Club News 33 Pickleball News
SOCIAL CLUB
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On the Cover: CB Times photographer Mike Biggs captures some of Corte Bella’s beautiful color alongside the tenth hole.
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Editor | Linda Wright Contributing Writers | Mike Arrington | Jodell Dodge Steve Downing | Keith Fowler | Daniel Haywood | Pam Lawrence Deborah Lazear | Robin Mandell | Michael McVeigh Debbie Parks Dube | MaryLee Planer | Karen Starkman Nancy Wendler | Shirley Williams | Linda Wright | Dave Wright Photography | Mike Biggs | Jim Laskowicz To advertise in the CB Times, please contact Jonathan E. Himlin at 480.636.6670 or LionTreeCommunications@Gmail.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. ©2019 CB Times Magazine. All rights reserved. Please recycle.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION Board of Directors
Community Resources
Corte Bella Administration
Kathy Carmickle Treasurer Liaison to the Finance Committee Kathy.carmickle@icloud.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 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM Saturday -Sunday 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM 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
Michael Koshay Director Liaison to the Anacapa Advisory Group Liaison to the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee mkoshay@hotmail.com Paul Knowles Vice President Liaison to the Building and Grounds Committee azgator70@gmail.com Michael McVeigh President Liaison to the Technology Committee Liaison to the Corte Bella Golf Club mmcveigh3@cox.net Steve Michaud Director Liaison to the Long Term Planning Committee svmichaud@gmail.com Debra Raeder-Gay Secretary Liaison to the Government Affairs Committee debra@debraeder.com David Saulnier Assistant Treasurer Liaison to the Architectural Review Committee das660@gmail.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
Michael Arrington, HOA General Manager 623-328-5068 Michael.Arrington@fsresidential.com Heather Chavez, Administrative Supervisor 623-328-5068 ext. 222 HChavez@cortebellacca.com Richard Lopez, Facilities Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 223 rlopez@cortebellacca.com Jodell Dodge, Spa & Fitness Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 225 JDodge@cortebellacca.com
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
Jill Machay, Anacapa Food and Beverage Manager 623-328-5068, ext 233 jmachay@cortebellacca.com
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
Pam Lawrence, Lifestyle Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 224 Fax: 623-328-5319 plawrence@cortebellacca.com
Dan Haywood, Anacapa Executive Chef 623-328-5068 ext. 232 dhaywood@cortebellacca.com
Maria Sobocinski, HOA Receptionist 623-328-5068 HOAreceptionist@cortebellacca.com
Corte Bella Website Community Website: www.cortebella.net Residents & Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.org
Stella Stellings, Administrative Assistant 623-328-5068 ext. 240 Admin@cortebellacca.com
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Jacob Whittington, Operations Coordinator 623-328-5068, ext. 236 jwhittington@cortebellaacca.com
Photo by Michael Biggs
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Your Neighbors in Corte Bella, Your Connection to the World
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Irony or Destiny? A short time ago, I was talking with one of our Corte Bella residents and we began discussing where we came from and how we both got to Corte Bella. As you know most, folks living in Corte Bella came from somewhere else. After some reflection, the conversation Mike Arrington, HOA General Manager made me consider my path to Corte Bella. I grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio until I joined the U.S. Air Force. My grandfather, whom I idolized, also made his home in Cincinnati until he retired and became one of the first homeowners in Sun City. He was a man of vision. After he and my grandmother moved to Sun City, I visited them several times. The first visit occurred when I was a young boy about the age of ten. I remember my grandmother taking me to her ceramics class, card games, the Bocce courts and the community pool to show me off to her friends in Sun City. I still remember them, as well as some of the Sun City staff I encountered. One of her friends was the original artist who drew Mickey Mouse. He took me into his home next door to them and showed me his original drawings. I was in awe of what Sun City was and had never experienced a place anything like it. Everything was bigger, better and they had everything. I remember laughing with my grandmother years later as a young man because I evidently told her that “I was going to live here someday” during my first visit to Sun City. My grandparents are now in their final resting place in the cemetery on Del Webb Boulevard and I visit them often since it is only about a mile from where I now reside. During those visits, I often reflect on how much I cared for them and those early memories of my visits as a youngster. Across the street is the
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golf course that I played on with my grandfather which I can see from the cemetery. My father sometimes visits me today from Cincinnati and I take him to visit his parents’ resting place. Each time, it is a feeling I cannot describe. To be able to do that for him and to be there with him is something special. My mom and dad divorced about forty years ago and she moved to Scottsdale where she lived until she passed just last year. I had visited her often during my adult life and fell in love with Arizona during those visits. My career path began in the Air Force and more education lead me to a career as a civilian rocket engineer, working on the nation’s space program. I worked on the space shuttle program and then on the Titan Rocket program for a short time where I was involved in an accident that took the life of a friend that was standing next to me and placed me in the Sherman Oaks Burn Center for a while. After that, I got out of the space industry and finally moved to Arizona to be near my mom and start a new career. Then having three kids of my own, I wanted to do something safer. Yes, I chose the community management industry or, did it choose me? To this day, I’m still not sure which was safer. Of course, I kid. After twenty six years in the industry to include running management companies and managing hundreds of HOA’s, I ended up in what I consider to be the most special and desirable community in Sun City area. There would be no Corte Bella without the original Del Webb Sun City. I’ll be sixty next year and my first visit to Sun City was nearly fifty years ago. Although many stops in between, I sometimes feel like my life has come full circle. So I ask “Irony or destiny?” The one thing I am certain of is that I am happy, proud and privileged to be where I am and live to serve Corte Bella each and every day. Everyone should be so lucky and blessed. I am grateful and will never take it for granted. In fact, I make an effort to say hello and introduce myself to your grandchildren when I see them visiting you. I know how proud you are of them.
Board Talk Happy New Year to everyone! We missed the New Year’s Eve event but I‘m told that our Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence and her team of volunteers and staff did an outstanding job with the decorations, theme and music. Executive Chef Dan Haywood, Food and Beverage Manager Jill Machay and the entire Anacapa Michael McVeigh, CBCCA HOA Board President
team made the special evening an event to remember for all attendees. Our Food and Beverage team provided our guests with outstanding food, service and entertainment throughout the evening. Many photos of the event have already appeared on social media and our website. The smiles and the formal dress attire tell a wonderful story about the event. It’s always nice to see that we can ring in the New Year in style and it all happened without leaving Corte Bella. A special thanks to the entire staff for giving up their New Year’s evening for us. The Corte Bella Board of Director Elections is fast approaching. The deadline for candidate submissions was January 14th. There are four (4) vacancies to fill and we are hoping to have several qualified and talented applicants. I know you are out there. Thanks to each of you for your willingness to serve our beautiful community. Meet and greet nights have already taken place on January 22nd and 24th. We hope everyone had an opportunity to meet the candidates and ask them important questions about their interest in serving on our Board. The election results will be announced at the annual membership meeting on March 4th. Board Committee Liaison’s or Committee
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The smiles and the formal dress attire tell a wonderful story about the event. It’s always nice to see that we can ring in the New Year in style and it all happened without leaving Corte Bella.
Chairs will each make brief presentations on 2018 results and 2019 goals at this important meeting. We’ll also share the final 2018 financial results. In 2018, we had over 130 new residents move into Corte Bella. We hope you will attend this annual meeting and get to know who the fantastic volunteers are and what projects they are doing on our behalf. We are in the final planning stages of the annual membership meeting agenda. If anyone has a specific item they would like to see on the agenda, please let us know. This is your meeting! Of course, we’ll have an open forum but some resident questions may require research prior to the meeting. PLEASE, DON’T FORGET TO VOTE! Your Board recommends a “YES” vote for the Reserve Fund Fee percentage increase so future Boards can address the Capital Improvement challenges in Corte Bella without any increases to current assessments. Help us help you – vote yes on this important issue. The next Board workshop will be held Friday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. and the next Open Board meeting is on Wednesday, February 20th at 10:00 a.m. All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. 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. I hope that 2018 was a successful year for you and your family. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2019 for you and yours!
From the Editor’s Desk Linda Wright The CB Times is your community publication – for and about the residents of this wonderful community. As editor (a voluntary position), I welcome and actively solicit input from you, our readers. Please know that contributions from you regarding an interest group or club that you’re involved with here in Corte Bella are most welcomed. Send me your ideas, articles, photos, and such to my email at trgibe@aol.com. I’m not the only volunteer working on this publication. I’m blessed to have a team of proofreaders that help me make sure the
magazine is worth a read. If you’re interested in helping in this area, please email me. Our magazine is professionally handled as far as layout design and printing but all other aspects are purely volunteer. It’s such a team effort from start to finish and I’m delighted to be a part of this effort to bring to you each month something of value and substance. Thank you to all of you who regularly send me articles and information for each issue. Corte Bella is so fortunate to have many such involved and caring residents.
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Corte Bella Events HOA Sponsored Events:
“First Friday - Coffee with Pam” Dates: (1st Friday of every month) Friday, February 1 Upcoming First Friday Chats: Friday- March 1, April 5 Bacara Room Time: 10:00 AM Cost: Free Event Corte Bella’s Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence invites you for a cup of coffee and a chat. Exchange ideas, ask questions and get firsthand knowledge of events and activities planned for our community.
Cooking with Chef Dan For Ladies Only! Date: Friday, February 1 Bella Stanza Room Time: 11:30 AM Cost: $44 per person inclusive Chef Dan will be in his teaching mode once again and will impart his wisdom while preparing delicious recipes that each participant will enjoy during the class. There is truly no better way to pass an afternoon than at these cooking classes. This class features the perfect dishes for the ladies of Corte Bella with French onion soup, Italian wedding soup, chicken involtini salad with basil and sundried tomato and chocolate hazelnut fondue for dessert. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Corte Bella’s Super Bowl 53 Party Date: Sunday, February 3 Santa Barbara Room and Anacapa Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM Doors open at 3:30 PM Food stations open at 4:00 PM Game kickoff is at 4:30 PM Cost: $25 per person It’s a Corte Bella tradition and you’ll not want to miss this party if the Super Bowl is your thing. There will be great food and drink (cash bar, special drink prices), games, raffles, prizes and good natured rivalry. Watch the game on two giant screens. This event is always lots of fun. Food stations will offer all your favorite game treats from salad bar, nachos, wings, sliders to hot dogs and all the fixings. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Date: Monday, February 4 Time: Bus departs Anacapa at 8:00 AM Cost: Free Event 2019 Next trips scheduled: Monday, March 4 and Monday, April 1. For additional information and to register please contact Bill Blake at 623-537-7969 or email: willieb38@cox.net.
Corte Bella’s Annual Health and Wellness Exposition Date: Saturday, February 9 Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Santa Barbara Room, Breezeway and Patio Areas Cost: FREE EVENT Here’s an opportunity to get information regarding your health free of charge to help you manage your health. There will be vision and hearing screenings, blood pressure checks, BMI, balance screening, glucose and cholesterol checks plus much more as more than 40 exhibitors will be represented. All who attend will get a free raffle ticket and gift bag. Refreshments will be provided. Plan to attend this very informative and helpful event.
Corte Bella Sunday Cabaret Date: Sunday, February 10 Anacapa Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM) Cost: $10 per person (entertainment only) It’s the place to be for fun, food and live entertainment. Chef Dan will have a special bistro menu available for purchase. Seating is limited. Get your table together and come have a great time. The popular Thaddeus Rose Duo will provide the dancing music. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Corte Bella Farmers’ Market Date: Wednesday, February 13 Anacapa Patio and Breezeway Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: Free Event Be sure to come and shop in your own backyard. Support local businesses. There is everything from soup to fresh fish and wonderful produce. Bring your shopping bag and stock up. Upcoming markets: Wednesday, March 13 and Wednesday, April 10 (final market for the season.) Anacapa Special Event
Anacapa’s Valentine’s Day Dinner Date: Thursday, February 14 Anacapa Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Cost: $49.99 per person Look no further than the Anacapa for that romantic dinner for you and your special someone. A four course menu with a cheese
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course, soup or salad course, entrée course and dessert along with great ambiance will make this Valentine’s Day memorable in every way. Reservations only for this night and a credit card is required. Please call 623-455-9045 HOA Sponsored Events
TAD Management Presents “Piano Men Generations”- a Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel Date: Saturday, February 16 Santa Barbara Room Time: 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) Cost: $25 per person Terry Davies and his son Nick, plus their fabulously talented band, will bring the music of the superstars Billy Joel and Elton John to life while performing a catalogue of hits that will have you singing, laughing and clapping your hands. Join this father and son team as they journey through the careers of these two music icons. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Create Your Own Beer Stein Art Class Date: Wednesday, February 20 Barcara Room Time: 5:30 PM Cost: $30 per person Come channel your inner artist and create something unique at this art class that requires minimal instruction. All your supplies are provided along with a complimentary glass of wine, fruit and cheese. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Day Trip to Algodones, Mexico Date: Friday, February 22 Time: 6:00 AM departure, 7:30 PM return to Corte Bella Cost: $45 per person (includes bus transportation, snack and movie) NOTE: A valid passport or enhanced AZ driver’s license is required for this trip. Travel with fellow Corte Bella residents on Corte Bella’s second trip here for an “across the border” experience. Shop for medicines, pottery and tequila or have some authentic Mexican food. Wear good walking shoes. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Secure Document Shredding Date: Monday, February 25 Anacapa Parking Lot Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Cost: $6 per voucher = 1 banker box or 3 brown paper bags Use this service to safely and securely destroy those important documents. Purchase as many vouchers as you require. Acceptable material: paper clips, rubber bands, manila folders, hanging file folders, staples, spiral notebooks, binder clips and
patient charts. Please note: No electronic media, CDs, DVDs, hard drives, tapes or floppy disk. Vouchers on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Brighton Collectibles Fashion Show Date: Tuesday, February 26 Time: 11:00 AM Cost: $28 per person Santa Barbara Room This is a new event for Corte Bella ladies and is sure to be an exciting afternoon. Come see what will be “modeled” by your fellow residents. Featured at this show of lovely accessories that feature bags, jewelry and more. There will be door prizes too. Included with a ticket is a glass of champagne and a light luncheon. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
State Farm Stadium Tour with Lunch Date: Wednesday, February 27 Time: 9:15 AM to 2:00 PM Cost: $20 per person Discover all the reasons why the Fiesta Bowl and the Arizona Cardinals love this stadium. You will tour the press box, an exclusive private loft, the visiting teams’ locker room and go out onto the stadium floor. After the tour we will stop at the Yard House at Westgate. Lunch is not included in the cost of this trip. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
AARP Drivers’ Refresher Course Date: Wednesday, February 27 Bella Stanza Room Time: 8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon Cost: $15 for AARP members; $20 for non- members With this course, you’ll update your driving skills in order to be safe on the road. You’ll learn the current rules of the road, defense driving techniques and how to more safely operate your vehicle in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. AARP membership is not required to take the course. Bring your driver’s license, AARP Membership Card, and a check made payable to AARP. Class size limited to forty persons. Register in the Fitness Center.
Cooking with Chef Dan Date: Friday, March 1 Bella Stanza Room Time: 11:30 AM Cost: $44 per person inclusive Chef Dan will be in his teaching mode once again and will impart his wisdom while preparing delicious recipes that each participant will enjoy during the class. There is truly no better way to pass an afternoon than at these cooking classes. More information on the class theme and menu will be sent in an eblast. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center on Sunday, February 3 at 2:00 PM; no refunds.
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ASSOCIATION Barleens Arizona Opry Variety Spectacular Dinner & Show Date: Saturday, March 2 Barleens Theater, Apache Junction Time: Depart Corte Bella 10:00 AM Return at 6:00 PM Cost: $53 per person (includes transportation, lunch and show) See the Barleens cast perform a wide variety of live music from country to gospel. Enjoy a delicious lunch while experiencing this not to be missed musical event. Every time our community travels to this show, it is a trip worth taking. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center, no refunds.
Annual HOA Membership Meeting Election of HOA Board of Directors Date: Monday, March 4 Santa Barbara Room Time: 6:00 PM Please plan to attend the annual membership meeting of the Corte Bella Country Club Association and vote to elect directors to four positions on the HOA Board of Directors.
Corte Bella Sunday Cabaret Date: Sunday, March 10 Anacapa Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM) Cost: $10 per person (entertainment only) It’s the place to be on a Sunday night for fun, food and live entertainment. Chef Dan will have a special bistro menu available for purchase. Seating is limited. Thaddeus Rose Duo is coming back and will have you dancing the night away. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Jason Love’s Comedy Show Date: Friday, March 15 Santa Barbara Room Time: 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30) Cost: $20 per person Come enjoy some good, clean comedy. Jason Love with comedians Jim McDonald, Dwayne Perkins and Randy Lubas will be here to make you laugh out loud. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds. Anacapa Special Event:
Anacapa Special Event
St. Patrick’s Day Buffet Dinner
Mardi Gras “Fat Tuesday” Cajun Dinner
Date: Sunday, March 17 Santa Barbara Room Time: 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM Cost: $25 per person
Date: Tuesday, March 5 Santa Barbara Room Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Cost: $26 per person Enjoy specially prepared dishes for a unique “Fat Tuesday” celebration. The buffet will feature traditional Creole favorites. Wear your carnival mask and come ready to enjoy a great meal. Reservations are required with a credit card. Please call 623455-9045. HOA Sponsored Events:
Duets Show – Musical Tribute to Cher, Elton John, Liza Minnelli and Tom Jones Date: Friday, March 8 Santa Barbara Room Time: 7:00 PM (doors open 6:30 PM) Cost: $25 per person This fabulous show pays homage to four icons of modern music. The magic and charisma of these legends will come alive right here at Corte Bella. Don’t miss the costumes, the vocal talent and the amazing look-alike performers. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
It’s time for the “wearing of the green” and time to enjoy all the traditional St. Paddy’s Day foods prepared by Chef Dan and his staff. Come enjoy green beer, corned beef and cabbage, Irish Banger sausages, lamb stew, delicious fish plus all the trimmings. Featured desserts will satisfy everyone. Reservations are required with a credit card. Please call 623-455-9045. HOA Sponsored Events:
Take Me Out to the Ballgame! Spring Training Game at Goodyear Ballpark Date: Monday, March 18 Time: Depart Corte Bella at 11:15 AM, Return at 6:00 PM Cost: $54 per person Corte Bella will be making a day trip to this wonderful ballpark in late February to see the Cleveland Indians play the San Diego Padres. Additional details will soon be made available. At this park, you’ll be able to do the “Senior Stroll around the Bases” at the end of the game. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center on Sunday, February 3 at 2:00 PM, no refunds.
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Corte Bella Spring Marketplace
Cooking with Chef Dan
Date: Sunday, March 24 Santa Barbara Room, Breezeway and Patio Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: FREE EVENT
Date: Friday, April 5 Bella Stanza Room Time: 11:30 AM Cost: $44 per person inclusive
Spring is in the air! Come see what’s new and trendy in decorating and updating your home. Vendors will come from all over Phoenix metro area with their wares for you to check out. Bring a shopping bag and enjoy the best way to shop – right in your own neighborhood while supporting a number of small business operations.
Corte Bella Goes to the Races! Trip to Turf Paradise Date: Monday, March 25 Cost: $47 per person This trip to see live horse racing will include a race named for Corte Bella in honor of our group. Plus, 10 lucky attendees will be in the winner’s circle at the end of that race. Come join the fun and bet on the ponies with your friends. Limited seating. Tickets will be available on Sunday, February 10 after 2:00 PM at the Fitness Center Front Desk; no refunds.
High Tide: A Tribute to the Beach Boys from TAD Management Date: Tuesday, March 26 Santa Barbara Room Time: 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) Cost: $25 per person It’s coming to Corte Bella and you’ll not want to miss these four featured artists with the best Beach Boys tribute presentation anywhere. These guys have that Southern California beach look down pat and they know how to guarantee a rocking good show. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center on Sunday, February 10 at 2:00 PM; no refunds.
“The Dinner Detective” Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Date: Saturday, March 30 Santa Barbara Room Time: 6:00 PM Cost: $58 per person What if you found yourself in the middle of an active crime scene? What if the murderer was still in the room? What if that person was seated at your table? This unique adventure will not have cheesy costumes or corny dialogue or silly song and dance routines. Yes, you may have the villain sitting with you and your friends. Prepare for a very different kind of interactive, dramatic dinner event. Tickets on sale at the Fitness Center on Sunday, February 10 at 2:00 PM; no refunds.
Chef Dan will be in his teaching mode once again and will impart his wisdom while preparing delicious recipes that each participant will enjoy during the class. There is truly no better way to pass an afternoon than at these cooking classes. More information on the class theme and menu will be in sent via eblast. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center on Sunday, March 3 at 2:00 PM; no refunds.
Merkin and Verde Valley Wine Trail Trip Date: Wednesday, April 17 Merkins Vineyards, Verde Valley-Oak Creek Vineyards and Javeline Leap Vineyards Time: Depart 9:15 AM, Return 6:30 PM Cost: $119 per person (includes bus, lunch, 3 wine tastings, guide, snacks and gratuities) You’ll journey to the Verde Valley and dine at the Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room where food comes from local Arizona farms, ranches and orchards. The trip will continue to two more vineyards nestled in the Verde Valley. This trip is not to be missed for those who enjoy the fruit of the vine. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Corte Bella’s Children’s Easter Egg Hunt Date: Sunday, April 21 Grass Area of the Social Hall Time: 10:00 AM Cost: Free Event - registration required. For children under age 9 Have your grandchild or your child (if a Corte Bella employee) bring their Easter basket ready for Easter fun. There will be plenty of eggs to be collected with separate hunts for the younger and older children. Every child will receive a prize at this event. Preregistration (name and age and sponsoring adult) is required. Register at the Fitness Center Front Desk beginning Sunday, March 17. Anacapa Special Event
Anacapa Easter Sunday Brunch Date: Sunday, April 21 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM Cost: to be announced Wear your Easter best to this fabulous buffet, an annual event here in Corte Bella. The buffet offerings include fresh seafood, a dazzling display of salads, fruits, vegetables and cheeses along with a variety of piping hot side dishes. The carving station will offer wonderful meats and there will be omelets to order. Reservations are required with a credit card. Please call 623-455-9045.
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ASSOCIATION HOA Sponsored Events
Corte Bella’s Annual Ladies Fashion Show and Luncheon Date: Friday, April 26 Santa Barbara Room Time: Doors open at 11:00 AM with luncheon served at 11:30 AM Cost: to be announced (Limit of 6 tickets per household) Don’t miss this annual Corte Bella special event which promises to be a wonderful afternoon. Fashions from Chico’s and White House Black Market stores at Westgate Tanger Outlets will be featured at this event. A glass of champagne will accompany a delicious salad luncheon and a memorable dessert. Mark your calendar and get your table for 8 together so you don’t miss out. Tickets are on sale in the Fitness Center on Sunday, March 10 at 2:00 PM; no refunds. Fitness Center News:
Line Dancing Classes Fitness Center Movement Studio Times: Session #1: February 5, 12, 19, 26, and March 5 Session #2: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, and 16 • Advanced Beginner/Easy Intermediate: 11:30 AM Cost: $4.25 per class or $19.00 for a 6 class punch card. Purchase at the Fitness Center Desk. Learn easy dances. Exercise to music. No partner needed. Please wear tennis shoes, dance sneakers or bowling shoes. Upcoming Charity Event:
CB Vets 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Date: Sunday, February 24 Corte Bella Golf Course Please see fee information on the registration webpage. Registration for the event is available at https://birdeasepro.com/ cortebellavetscharity/golf/. Silent auction will be held during all day during the tournament and a live auction will be conducted during the evening dinner. Proceeds go to help Arizona veterans in need. Interest Group Events News
Corte Bella Car Club Show Date: Sunday, March 31 Anacapa Parking Lot Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Come see the beautiful restored cars displayed by your friends and neighbors. If you’d like to show your car, contact Howard Evans by email at Howard.Evans@cox.net. Hope to see you all there.
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Upcoming HOA Events Mar 1 Mar 1 Mar 2 Mar 4 Mar 8 Mar 10 Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 18 Mar 24 Mar 25 Mar 26 Mar 30 Apr 1 Apr 5 Apr 5 April 8 Apr 10 Apr 17 Apr 21 Apr 26 May 3 May 3 May 6
First Fridays with Pam Cooking with Chef Dan Barleen’s Arizona Opry Show with lunch Casino Trip Duets Show – Tribute to Cher, Elton, Liza & Tom Jones Corte Bella Sunday Cabaret Farmers’ Market Jason Love Comedy Show Cactus League Spring Training Game at Goodyear Park Spring Marketplace Day trip to Turf Paradise High Tide – Tribute to the Beach Boys Concert The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Casino Trip First Fridays with Pam Cooking with Chef Dan Diamondbacks vs the Red Sox Baseball Game Farmers’ Market – final of the season Merkin and Verde Valley Wine Trail Trip Annual Corte Bella Children’s Easter Egg Hunt Corte Bella Annual Spring Fashion Show First Fridays with Pam Cooking with Chef Dan Casino Trip
Anacapa Special Events Mar 5 Mar 17 Apr 21 May 12 Jun 16
Mardi Gras Buffet St. Patrick’s Day Buffet Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet Mother’s Day Buffet Father’s Day Buffet
Upcoming Community Events Feb 6 Feb 7 Feb 11 Feb 12 Feb 12 Feb 13 Feb 15 Feb 21 Feb 21 Feb 22 Feb 26
CB Poker Group CB Steppers Line Dancing World of Friends Corte Bella Book Lovers Club CB Vets Regular Meeting Ryan’s Case for Smiles Corte Bella Watercolor Enthusiasts SOuL Regular Meeting CB Steppers Line Dancing Friends of Italy Dinner Dance w/DJ Rick Mancini West Valley Photo Club
Upcoming HOA Board of Directors Meetings Mar 4 Apr 1 Apr 19 Apr 24 May 17 May 22
Annual Membership Meeting & Board of Directors Election HOA Board of Directors Organizational Meeting HOA Board of Directors Workshop HOA Board of Directors Meeting HOA Board of Directors Workshop HOA Board of Directors Meeting
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Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Super Bowl LIII (53rd) Party 3:30 PM - 9:00 PM
4 Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip - 8:00 AM Lady Putters 9:00 AM Maj Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
10 Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Carbaret in the Anacapa w/Thaddeous Rose Duo 5:30 PM
11 Lady Putters 9:00 AM Maj Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM World of Friends 5:00 PM
17 Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Long Term Planning 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Maj Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Secure Shredding Event 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
26 Brighton Collectables Fashion Show 11:00 AM Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Intermediate 11:30 AM West Valley Photo Club 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Open Bridge 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Anacapa Valentine’s Day Dinner 4:30 PM Open Play Corn Hole 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
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State Farm Staduim Tour and Lunch at Westgate 9:15 AM Corte Bella Crafters 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Anacapa Build Your Own Pasta Night 4:30 PM
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15 HOA Board Workshop 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CB Water Color Enthusiasts 1:30 PM -4:30 PM
16 TAD Presents Piano Man Tribute Concert 7:00 PM
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Day trip to Algodones, Mexico 6:00 AM departure Friends of Italy Dinner Dance w/ DJ Rick Mancini
ARC Meeting 9:00 AM SOuL Regular Meeting 10:30 AM Open Bridge 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Finance Committee 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Open Play Corn Hole 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
27 AARP Drivers Refresher Course 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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CB Health & Wellness Expo 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY
20 HOA Board of Directors Meeting 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Corte Bella Crafters 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Anacapa Build Your Own Pasta Night 4:30 PM Art Class - Create Your Own Beer Stein 5:30 PM
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Cooking with Chef Dan Cajun Cooking 11:30 AM
Open Bridge 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Open Play Corn Hole 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM
13 Building & Grounds Committee 9:00 AM Farmers’ Market 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Ryan’s Case for Smiles 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM ARC Submittal Deadline 4:00 PM Anacapa Build Your Own Pasta Night 4:30 PM
19 Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Intermediate 11:30 AM
Lady Putters 9:00 AM
6 Buildings and Grounds Committee 9:00 AM Anacapa Build Your Own Pasta Night 4:30 PM CB Poker Club 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
CB Vets Regular Meeting 8:30 AM Technology Committee 10:00 AM Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Intermediate 11:30 AM CB Book Lovers’ Club 3:30 PM
Lady Putters 9:00 AM Maj Jongg 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
24 CB Vets 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Anacapa Sunday Brunch 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
5 Line Dancing Adv Beginner/Intermediate 11:30 AM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
1 1st Fridays with Pam 10:00 AM
Anacapa Advisroy Group 10:00 AM -12:00 PM Open Bridge 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM CB Steppers Line Dance 6:00 PM
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
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28 Open Bridge 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Open Play Corn Hole 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
HOA EVENTS - GREEN
HOA OFFICIAL BUSINESS - BLUE ANACAPA EVENTS - RED
INTEREST GRPS/CLUBS - BLACK
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Recipes from Chef Dan Executive Chef Dan Haywood, Anacapa Restaurant
Roasted Garlic Roasted Garlic Hummus •
½ cup Roasted Garlic cloves
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3 oz. lemon juice
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1/2 tsp. dry oregano
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3 cups garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
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½ oz. tahini paste
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¼ tsp. cumin
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Method:
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In Food Processor, puree garlic, lemon juice, cumin and herbs. Add beans and tahini paste to create a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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1 cup peeled garlic
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2 oz. virgin olive oil
Toss garlic with oil and place in a pan. Cover with foil and bake in a 350 degree oven for about twenty minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and soft. Reserve 1 oz. of oil. Save as whole garlic if desired, or puree garlic and remaining oil in the food processor until a smooth consistency.
Baked Pita Chips •
3 pitas breads, cut into six to eight wedges
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2 Tbsp. garlic oil
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2 Tbsp. olive oil
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salt and pepper
If you did not make Roasted Garlic, chop 2 cloves of garlic with 2 oz oil. Toss the chips with the oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Lay out on sheet pan and bake for seven to ten minutes or until golden and crisp.
Pickled Vegetable Salad •
2 cups sweet rice vinegar
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1 cup water
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1 cup sugar
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1 jalapeno, Chopped
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½ tsp. kosher Salt
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1 Tbsp. grated ginger
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1 red bell pepper, julienned
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1 yellow pepper, julienned
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1 large carrot, peeled, and julienned
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1 small jicama, peeled and julienned
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3 cups green cabbage, sliced
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½ red onion, julienne
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6-8 lettuce cups
Bring vinegar, water, sugar, jalapeno, salt and ginger to a boil. Simmer for a minute or two.Strain into a container. Place all the vegetables in a deep pan. Pour hot pickling liquid over the vegetables. The liquid should cover the veggies. Cover and refrigerate until chilled for an hour or two at least. Its best to do overnight. When ready to use the vegetables, drain them. Otherwise, keep them submerged in the liquid until ready to use. The vegetables will keep very well for two to three days in the refrigerator. Place in lettuce cups or over shredded iceberg lettuce to serve.
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Day Spa
Friday February 22 *
February Spa Specials!
6:00 a.m.
Treat yourself Or a loved one to a Spa Treatment!
to 6:00 p.m.
Two 60 minute treatments $116 Or Two 90 minute treatments $158 Massages: Swedish or Therapeutic Facials: Corte Bella Signature (customizable)
*
Trip to Algodones, Mexico
2nd Appointment/Service must be completed within thirty days from date of purchase.
We will be traveling for the day to experience the culture
Rejuvenating Facial
as residents explore all the town’s offerings. This is a
$100, $95
Naturally restores and improves tone of dull, sluggish skin. This facial will clarify and rebalance your skin by detoxifying and eliminating pollutants. Your skin will feel rejuvenated!
Therapeutic Massage
$78, $74
This massage will help heal the body of injuries and releases tension with kneading, deep stokes and direct pressure. You will leave feeling relaxed!
Spa Blends Body Butters, 6 oz $19 Corte Bella Embroidered Robes $69
Gift Certificates Available!
Algodones, Mexico
Join us on our second trip to Los Algodones, Mexico!
* $45 per person *
great opportunity to purchase art, pottery, prescription medication, tequila, and authentic Mexican food.
Snacks and movie on the bus
This trip requires a valid passport or enhanced driver’s license! There will be a lot of walking so wear appropriate shoes. Tickets on sale Sunday, January 6 after 2:00 p.m. at the Fitness desk. HOA account, check and cash (exact change). Tickets are non-refundable.
Call (623) 217-2018
Offers are valid February 1 - 28, 2019. Full payment must be rendered at time of first appointment. 2nd service must be completed within thirty days.
ANACAPA RESTAURANT
EVERYTHING WELL DONE
Coming Up at the Anacapa: Valentine’s Day Dinner Thursday, February 14 Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Buffet Tuesday, March 5 St. Patrick’s Day Buffet Sunday, March 17
Anacapa Restaurant: 623-455-9045
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday Lunch: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M. Dinner: 4:30 - 8 P.M. Sunday Buffet: 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Closed Mondays
Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – All You Can Eat Soup, Salad and Loaded Baked Potato Bar lunch for $12.50 Make Your Own Pasta and Salad Bar every Wednesday Night 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM for $15.99 or $9.99 for Salad Bar only. Wine Down Wednesday will feature special prices by the bottle.
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Wine & Food: Uncorked Deborah Damery Lazear, CSW And we thought the party season was over for another year in Corte Bella. Not so fast! February is the month for love and what greater expression is there than the love of wine, food, and sharing with friends. This month we will focus on the spicy side of life: cooking spices that is.
Use this list to approach spice from either the wine or the spice/herb side: •
Sauvignon Blanc and chives, tarragon, dill, fennel, cardamom or cilantro
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Chardonnay (lightly oaked) and sesame or basil
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Viognier (Chenin Blanc) and saffron or curry
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Riesling (dry) and rosemary, ginger or cinnamon
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Pinot Noir and nutmeg, clove, star anise or cinnamon
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Syrah (Rhône Valley) and oregano, sage or white pepper
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Shiraz (Australia) and black pepper
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Tempranillo (Spain) and smoked, dry chiles
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Grenache and cloves
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Rioja (Spain) and cinnamon
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Merlot and mint, juniper berry or rosemary
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Cabernet Sauvignon and rosemary, lavender, juniper or anise
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Zinfandel and black pepper or nutmeg
This month’s commonly asked cooking questions: Which wines pair with the acid in salad dressing or lemon sauces?
of mine is Muscadet Sèvre et Maine; a well-priced white with the acidity to be a great dance partner to your dish. Wines lower in acid, such as warm climate Chardonnay or a Gewürztraminer, will appear flat or flabby; the opposite of refreshing. Avoid oak. One of my dinner guests doesn’t consume alcohol. Will it burn off in cooking? Not completely. Even after a long braise, there will be 2% to 5% of the alcohol remaining. Tip: Deglaze your baking dish or prepare your sauce with stock. Set aside enough for your guest, then add wine to the rest of the sauce ensuring you bring it up to a strong simmer to reduce any harshness. I love to cook with garlic. Doesn’t it fight with the wine? Raw garlic can really take over and makes the wine take a back seat. Counter this by soaking minced raw garlic in lemon juice for 15 minutes. The sharpness of the garlic will be mellowed. Another approach is to roast the whole garlic bud wrapped in foil. Squeeze out the softened cloves and purée into the sauce. You can sauté whole cloves of peeled garlic in olive oil, butter or a combination of both. When lightly toasted, about 1 minute, you can mash into a paste to incorporate into your dish. Be very careful not to allow the garlic to burn. It becomes bitter and ruins the dish. Hint: if your garlic cloves have a green shoot, remove that completely before using to avoid a harsh, bitter taste.
Wine of the Month: Sauvignon Blanc; pairs well with •
Salads
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Artichokes
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Goat cheese
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Asparagus
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Pasta primavera
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Balsamic vinaigrette
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Roasted Brussels sprouts
Valentine’s Day is often commemorated with a gift of chocolate. To be on the safe side, go for a wine that tastes sweeter than the chocolate. Cabernet Sauvignon with a hearty oak presence will pair with 70% cacao bars. Try a light Italian Brachetto with strawberries dipped in dark chocolate. Scharffen Berger Milk Chocolate and Ice Wine is a real treat. The French swear by Banyuls, a sweet fortified wine made from Grenache grapes. Pair it with dark chocolate.
Look for wines that have a matching level of acidity. Begin by searching out wines from cooler regions such as the Loire Valley, Alsace, Germany, and the Carneros region of California. A favorite
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Corte Bella Looks to the Future David Wright, Chairman, Long-Term Planning Committee Corte Bella competes with all other retirement communities in the Northwest Valley to attract residents. Amenities are a core issue with many buyers. Having top notch facilities will draw more buyers and should contribute to higher home values. Corte Bella is a 14-year old community. There have not been any consequential capital upgrades in that timeframe. In 2010, Corte Bella chartered a Strategic Planning Committee and shortly thereafter a Capital Improvement Committee to look into improving our amenities. Both committees were disbanded before they could complete their work. In 2014, the Board chartered the current Long-Term Planning Committee (LTPC) and work began anew towards developing a long-term plan. That work culminated in Corte Bella’s first long-term capital improvement plan which the LTPC presented to the Board at its December 2018 workshop and which the Board unanimously approved at its December 2018 open meeting. This represents a major step forward towards maintaining and enhancing Corte Bella’s aging amenities and maintaining home values. The plan calls for enhancing/expanding the Anacapa Restaurant, the Social Hall, the Fitness Center, the HOA Offices, sports courts, maintenance facilities and creating new office spaces and a multi-purpose conference room – all without significantly altering the current Santa Barbara look or the current building footprints. It also provides software tools for forecasting, prioritizing and tracking capital projects which will be spread out over several years. At the moment, these projects are broad stroke “concepts,” designed to meet current and future community needs. They lack specific detail which will be filled in as funding becomes available and as the Buildings and Grounds Committee and HOA management develop actual construction plans.
Directly or indirectly, every Corte Bella resident will benefit from these capital improvements. More people will be able to attend popular HOA events, the expanded Social Hall will be able to support multiple club/group functions simultaneously, the Fitness Center will be less crowded, the Anacapa will have an expanded kitchen and storage facilities to better serve its growing clientele, HOA management and staff will have proper offices in which to conduct business, maintenance facilities will be adequate and allow for proper storage of hazardous materials and the sports courts will make maximum use of available land to better support community athletes. And the beauty of the plan, as presented and approved, is that it will not cost home-owners anything.
All capital improvement projects are funded by the Capital Improvement Fund which is an account within the community Reserve Fund. At present, the account is financed solely from the Reserve Fund Fee which is charged to buyers as a closing cost item when they purchase a home in Corte Bella. That fee, (currently set at 50% of the annual home-owner assessment, or $923) is specified by the Corte Bella Country Club Association Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions, more familiarly known as the CC&Rs. In essence, capital improvements are paid for by new home-owners and can be considered the new home-owner’s contribution to maintaining the community’s relevance and its home values. We all paid this fee when we bought our current homes in Corte Bella. The Finance Committee is currently working hard to identify new sources of revenue to grow the Capital Improvement Fund at a quicker pace and thereby accelerate the plan’s implementation. If you missed the December Board of Directors workshop and/or open meeting, you can check out the presentation on the Corte Bella website (under the Long Term Planning Committee folder, under the sub-menu for Committees and Groups folder in the Resource Center.)
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Golf Cart Safety Robin Mandell It was observed over the Thanksgiving and Christmas vacations that kids, meaning anyone under the age of 18, were at the wheel of golf carts around the Corte Bella neighborhood. That is not advised. I have been a volunteer instructor of the AARP Safe Driver course for eleven years - it is one of my retirement projects. What I have learned while teaching this course: Golf carts are licensed motor vehicles; they require a licensed driver at the wheel. Golf carts can be on roads that have a speed limit of 35 MPH or below (i.e. within Corte Bella and Sun City West). They are
forbidden on roads with a speed limit of 40 MPH or above (Deer Valley Road, Bell Road, Grand Ave.) I’ve heard many stories over my years in AARP classes about individuals in local 55+ communities (Sun City, Sun City Grand) that have had devastating experiences with young people driving golf carts. If there is an accident or crash, insurance will not cover the damages because under-age drivers are not covered. Sometimes, it is a great expense. Guess who usually pays for the damages - the grandparents. Golf carts are not a toy or an amusement car ride. PLEASE do not have your unlicensed grandkids/relatives drive around the community during the upcoming spring break -- or at any time!
Tree Health on Your Property Shirley Williams, Corte Bella resident On my frequent walks around Corte Bella, I have noticed a variety of ways trees in my neighbors’ yards have been trimmed. I’ve recently become a Master Gardener and am becoming more aware of the damage that can be done to a tree if not properly pruned. Why should you care about the trees on your personal property?
you want the tree trimmed. There are plenty of websites that give you proper pruning techniques. Go to extension.Arizona.edu/ MaricopaMG for publications and see pubulication AZ1139. Help keep Corte Bella beautiful and safe with proper care of the trees on your property.
Cost: The tree cost of topping is often hidden—-lower property values, expense of removal and replacement if the tree dies or is damaged by the wind. Ugliness: A topped tree is disfigured and provides no esthetic benefit or functional benefit. Starvation: Topping a tree removes so much of the tree’s leafy crown that it dangerously reduces the tree’s food-making ability. Shock: By removing the tree’s canopy, the bark tissue is exposed to the sun and scalding can cause tree death. Insects and disease: The exposed ends of topped limbs are highly vulnerable to insect invasion or decay from fungi spores. Weak Limbs: New branches that grow from stubbed limbs are weakly attached and more liable to break. Rapid new growth: Instead of controlling the height and spread of the tree, topping has the opposite effect. New branches are more numerous and grow higher than before. Tree death: Some tree species cannot tolerate major branch loss. So as you can see in the illustration at the right, the properly pruned tree is growing slower and less dense. Thus, it is more beautiful with its size controlled and is safer and healthier. You also do not get extra sprouts at the base of the tree. An arborist is your best option for pruning your tree on your property. Another option is to talk to your landscaper about how
Source: Tree City USA, Arbor Day Foundation
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Corte Bella Vets News Karen Starkman Happy New Year from the Corte Bella Vets! The Corte Bella Vets wish everyone a happy, safe, and healthy 2019! To start off the New Year, we remind you of our Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Corte Bella Golf Club on Sunday, February 24th. This year’s golf tournament’s purpose is to support efforts that combat veteran homelessness in the Phoenix area. Proceeds from the tournament will support Catholic Charities’ MANA (Marines, Army, Navy, Airforce) House, Veteran’s First LTD’s Mary Ellen’s Place, and Project Veterans Pride’s James Walton Home. You can Register for the Golf Tournament at https://birdeasepro. com/cortebellavetscharitygolf/. Don’t forget our Silent Auction items will be available for viewing and bidding from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, February 23rd and Sunday, February 24th from 12:00 Noon until 8:00 PM. Auction Items will be on display in the white tents located in the Anacapa breezeway. You’re welcome to bid on any item (s) on display. Thank you all for your support with our Honey Baked Ham fundraiser and Sundome Plaza Merchants Angel Trees for Veterans Program. As you may be aware, 2018 was the first year in which the Corte Bella Vets managed this initiative and it was a huge success. Four times the number of gifts were distributed to Mary Ellen’s Place than in past years and hundreds of gifts were delivered to the Veteran’s Community Center in Phoenix and the Prescott AZ VA Home.
Our first evening meeting of the New Year was a huge success. Many thanks to everyone who came on January 9th, to listen to Rosie the Riveters, and their direct decedents, who shared their WWII experiences. Upcoming events include on Tuesday morning, February 12th at 9:00 AM when Ken Salmon representing the the Pat Tillman Foundation will be our guest speaker and on Wednesday evening, April 10th at 6:00 PM our very own Tommy Crawford retired USAF Brigadier General will be our guest speaker. Note that we will not have a guest speaker in March. Additional guest speakers will be announced in future CB Times articles. Remember that all meetings are open to the entire Community and are held in the Social Hall. Save the date: Saturday, April 6th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a Dance and Comedy Fundraiser with DJ Keith Fowler and Stand-up Comedian Jon Wendt. All proceeds from this event will go towards fighting and preventing veteran homelessness within the Northwest Valley.
Your Corte Bella Garden in February “Ladybug” Deborah Lazear •
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There are two types of lantana – ground and bush; choose wisely. Trim lantana to 12” rounds close to the third week of February. Fertilize shrubs with granules (the only time this year); water immediately. Fertilize palms with granules placed by water emitters for the first time this year. Fertilize citrus in pots with extra nitrogen for the first time this year. Prune citrus before new growth. Do not feed new landscape transplants during the first year of their growth. Prune trees mid-February. Plant drought-resistant succulents, trees, shrubs and grasses.
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Fertilize roses if new growth is 4” long. If not, wait. Amend soil 16-20-0, mid month. Add coffee grounds, gypsum, and nitrogen to soil mix; turn soil to 12” – 18” deep. Place osmocote granules in pots. Cut grasses to 12”. Cut back to ground every 1-3 years. Move emitters out to drip lines of trees. Adjust tree ties. You should have some “play” to encourage growth of roots to support trees when the wind blows. Sow seeds swiss chard, turnips, onions, peas, kale, cauliflower. Add fish emulsion to vegetable bed soil.
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Friends of Italy Club Keith Fowler The Friends of Italy Club kicked off their 11th Season of dinner/ dance events on December 14th. Chef Dan Haywood and his staff provided a fabulous dinner along with Jill Machay and her staff providing attentive table and bar service. The sell-out crowd danced the night away to the wonderful music provided by D.J. Smith and The Midnight Sun Band. What a great night! By this time you read this, the January 18th Friends of Italy dinner/dance will be history, but don’t wait to get on the list for the February 22nd and March 29th events!
February 22nd will be a Valentine tribute event, so bring your special someone and enjoy the music provided by Rich Mancini, DJ; a special dinner menu created just for this event and some wonderful new wines for our event as well. Then on March 29th, our final party for this season, we’ll have The Faded Jeans Band to entertain and we want all our guests to wear their faded jeans and one of our newly offered Friends of Italy Polo or T-shirts (available for purchase.) The Friends of Italy (FOI) Club is a social/dining club that has gatherings in the Corte Bella Social Hall four to five times during the year. To secure your place on future email announcements, please contact Event Coordinator, Keith Fowler, at FOI_Keith @msn.com. EAT, DRINK, ENJOY” with the “Friends of Italy” Club!
Corte Bella Adventure Group Steve Downing New Year’s morning brought an untypical frigid hike to our schedule. Nothing that a coat, gloves and warm hat couldn’t mitigate. None of our small group seemed any worse for the wear being the morning after New Year’s Eve. I’m thinking we just don’t party the same as back in the day. We did keep this hike close, in the Peoria Sunrise Mountain Preserve, so we could make it back by bowl time. The trailhead parking for this hike is at Westwing Neighborhood Park, which is north on Lake Pleasant Boulevard, followed by a right turn on
Westwing Parkway. Trail length is four to five miles, depending on which trails you decide to follow. The advantage of this hike is the great workout and short driving time from Corte Bella. The trail can, however, be crowded with good weather. February 19th will be our annual Full Moon Hike in Deem Hills. With a cloudless night, the light of the moon is bright enough to hike the loop trail and climb up the Ridgeline Trail. Yes, you may bring a flashlight, but I would encourage you to try it without. You will be surprised by the trail definition and moon shadows. From the top of the Ridgeline Trail we will have a nice view out over the valley and the nighttime lighting.
The Hardy Bunch Can you guess who are the Canadians?
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Drop Toppers Do Barleen’s Dinner Show Nancy Wendler A caravan of 20 convertibles was seen exiting the back gate of Corte Bella on Saturday, December 15th, heading to Barleen’s Dinner Show in Apache Junction. We attended the matinee of their “Home for the Holidays” Christmas production. Drop Toppers is an organization of residents who own convertible cars. There are no dues or membership fees, just a desire to go on day and overnight runs with other drop top owners. Contact Bell Benz at desertslim@cox.net if you would like more information or wish to join.
What can you learn about senior living at our upcoming event?
A whole bunch. Ask questions. Take a tour. Try the food. You get the idea. It’s casual. It’s complimentary, and you’re invited.
Am I Ready for This?
Thursday, February 7th or February 21st • 10:00am
A discussion on how to choose the right senior living community for you. Hear from residents who made the decision to move to The Heritage. To RSVP please call 623.552.7858. I N DE PE N DE N T & A SSIS T E D L I V I NG R E SI DE NC E S
19303 N. New Tradition Road • Sun City West, AZ TheHeritageSeniorLiving.com • 623.552.7858
WHAT IS HOME WORTH IN TODAY'S MARKET? (2nd Edition) TUESDAY FEB 5TH, 9:30-11:00AM, BELLA STANZA
Let Jeff Buchanan share with you the 2018 Year End Statistics Facts & Trends for National, Greater Phoenix, Phoenix West Valley, Sun City West and Corte Bella Real Estate. Learn How Appraisals are Approached & Conducted from Real Estate Appraiser Jay Joseph. Know How “sales per square foot” & Home’s Value can vary based on differing amenities, location and condition. Wendy Buchanan will show you the Value of Home Staging and how to Best Prepare your home to entice prospective buyers and to maximize your home’s sales price. Let Karen Schmidt walk you through Important Tips to Assist you in having a Successful Transaction when you decide to sell your home.
RSVP: http://bit.ly/HomeAppraisalEvent | Call us at 623-399-0969
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Smiling Out Loud Celebrates and Donates Linda Wright, SOuL member Smiling Out Loud (SOuL), the Corte Bella Ladies Charity Support Organization, celebrated the Christmas season at their December meeting with a potluck lunch and a visit from Santa Claus. The ladies also brought children’s toys to donate to the Salvation Army’s Forgotten Angel toy drive (to help with fulfilling the Christmas Angel tags that were not returned or that were never picked up throughout the northwest valley.)
SOuL also donated $2,000 to the Thompson Ranch Elementary School to help support the more than 33 teachers at the school (with a student population of 900 children) with their supply needs. The check was presented by SOuL President, Carla Smith to Dr. Rachel Thompson, Principal, and Assistant Principal, Casey Kuhn. The donation was described as “Santa came early this year.” by Dr. Saunders. The Valley View Food Bank also received a donation of $3,000 from SOuL to assist in their efforts to serve those in need in the west valley. SOuL is committed to helping our community at large. A number of our members assisted with the recent children’s Christmas party at Eve’s Place, a support center for victims of domestic abuse. SOuL invites any interested ladies of Corte Bella to attend our monthly meetings held on the third Thursdays of each month at 10:30 AM in the Bella Stanza room of the community social hall. We’d love to have you join our group.
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The Streets of Corte Bella
A Guide to Our Confusing Maze of Roadways David Wright The following article is edited and reprinted from the January 2010 issue of the CB Times. “The Streets of . . .” Boy, does that phrase take me back! How many remember the Bruce Springsteen hit “The Streets of Philadelphia,” or that television series “The Streets of San Francisco,” starring an already established Karl Malden and a young up-and-comer named Michael Douglas? So why doesn’t someone do an article on – yes, you guessed it – “The Streets of Corte Bella?” Well, someone just did, and here it is. I happen to live on one of the two “West Rincón” Drives in Corte Bella. Unfortunately, the one I live on does not yet appear in MapQuest, Google, or probably any but the most recently distributed GPS programs. I’m sure that in time it will be found in all mapping software. In the meantime, however, I am obliged to use another address (I use the Board president’s address just because I can), to trick these computer programs into giving me driving directions to anywhere from my house. (Hey, we all have to exit the community either onto Deer Valley Road or onto El Mirage Road; I can manage to get to both gates without computer mapping software.) Another issue I have with my “home” street is its pronunciation or, more to the point, the variations on the correct pronunciation. The most popular variation has “Rincón” rhyming with “Lincoln,” as in Honest Abe, our 16th president – a great tribute, but an inaccurate pronunciation of my humble street’s name. That little annoyance got me wondering about other street names in Corte Bella. So I wrote them all down and was amazed when I read the final list of 59 streets, none of which, by the way, have the word “street” appended to their names. We have Lanes, Courts, Drives and even one Avenue, but no Streets in Corte Bella. For goodness sakes – I mean, really – have you ever wondered what those good people at Pulte Homes (or Maricopa County, for all I know) were smoking and/or drinking when they handed out the street names in this community? And, even stranger, what possibly motivated them to use the same name for more than one street? And why did they chose some of the less well-known Spanish words when they could just as easily have saved us all a lot of grief by using the names of trees, states, animals, or just about anything else that might have more easily rolled off the tongues of the Englishspeaking majority of residents here? I have wondered about it, and I still do. (I know, I should really look into therapy at some point.) So I did a little research that I’d like to share with you.
Before I begin, however, permit me a quick word about my transliteration scheme. I know that it is not one of the schemes widely recognized by my more erudite and professional linguistic brethren. Its saving grace is that it does not use diacritical marks and, more importantly, most people understand it without a long, footnoted explanation. All consonants have the same sounds as they have in Standard English. The stressed syllables are highlighted with bold CAPITAL LETTERS. Here are the vowel sounds. Vowel Sound Pronunciation Guide ah: as ‘a’ in “father” ay: as ‘ay’ in “day” eh: as ‘e’ in “rest” ee: as ‘ee’ in “beet” ih: as ‘i’ in “gift” oh: as ‘o’ in “hole” oo” as ‘oo’ in “moon” uh” as ‘u’ in “cut” And that’s as technical as we’re going to get. So, without further ado, let’s explore The Streets of Corte Bella. • Anapama (ah nuh PAH muh) So why not start out with a Spanish acronym? This beauty stands for Alianza Nacional de Asociaciones de Padres y Maestros de Puerto Rico, or the Puerto Rican National Alliance of Parents and Teachers Associations. • Arrellaga (uh reh YAH guh) This is possibly a reference to José Joaquín de Arrillaga who was the Spanish governor of Alta California, 1804 to 1814. • Cabrillo (kuh BREE yoh) Probably named for Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, the Spanish conquistador who, in 1542, discovered “. . .a very good enclosed port” that today we know as San Diego Bay. Etymologically speaking, the word means little goat. • Caleta (kuh LEH tuh) Portuguese for narrow bay between rocks. • Calle Real (KAH yuh reh YAHL) Spanish for royal road, the one built for kings and queens. • Cárdenas (CAR deh nuhs) Possibly named after Lázaro Cárdenas, who was the president of Mexico from 1934 to 1940. He outlawed capital punishment and nationalized the Mexican oil industry (March 18, 1938). • Carrera (kuh REH ruh) Spanish for race (any kind of sporting race). • Chapala (chuh PAH luh) This is the name of the largest lake in Mexico, located in Jalisco state. In 1521, Franciscan evangelists baptized Chief Chapalac and named him “Martín de Chapala,” master of the people and owner of the land.
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In exchange, the Toltec Indian chief destroyed his god, Izlacateotl. In Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs, Chapala means grasshoppers over the water. • Corte Bella (KOHR tuh BEHL luh) Corte means cut or style and Bella means beautiful, combined – beautiful style. • De La Guerra (day luh GEHR ruh) Spanish for pertaining to war, or it can be used as an adjective simply meaning war. • Del Monte (dehl MOHN teh) Spanish for of the mountain, belonging to the mountain, near the mountain, or simply the adjective mountain, as in mountain spring. • El Sueño (ehl SWEH nyoh) Spanish for the dream, or what we’re all living here in Corte Bella. (Sorry, I couldn’t resist that last bit.) • Figueroa (fih geh ROH uh) My best guess is that this one refers to General José Figueroa, who was the Spanish governor of Alta California, 1833 to 1835. • Galicia (guh LEE thee uh) (NB: the “th” in the third syllable is pronounced as “th” in theater.) The New World Spanish pronunciation is “guh LEE see uh.” Galicia is the northwestern province of Spain. The name itself comes from the Latin Gallecia, associated with the name of the ancient Celtic tribe that resided about the Duoro River. • Gaviota (gah VYO tuh) Spanish for seagull. • Giovota (gee uh VOH tuh) I cannot find a single trace to the origin of this word except for a style of granite. • Hank Raymond Possibly named in honor of an Arizona rancher who was prominent in state politics. • Junípero (who NEE peh roh) Spanish for juniper tree. • Las Alturas (lahs ahl TOO ruhs) Spanish for the heights. • La Mérida (lah MEH rih duh) From the Latin, emerita, pertaining to one who has merit. The city of Mérida, in Extremadura, Spain, was originally named Emerita Augusta for the bachelors (discharged soldiers) of Roman Emperor Augustus’ army, in 25 B.C. • Las Positas (lahs poh SEE tus) Spanish for small lands, in can also mean small wells since ‘s’ and ‘z’ are interchangeable in spoken New World Spanish. • La Viña (lah VEE nyuh) Spanish for the vine. • Los Bancos (lohs BAHN kohs) Spanish for the benches, or banks. • Los Gatos (lohs GAH tohs) Spanish for the cats. • Micheltorena (mih shehl tuh REH nuh) Manuel Micheltorena was a Brigadier General in the Mexican Army, AdjutantGeneral of the same, Governor, Commandant-General and Inspector of the Department of California from 1842 until 1845. He was instrumental in the privatization of California land. Etymologically speaking, Michel is a French derivative of Michael, which is a Hebrew name meaning one who resembles God and torena is derived from the Spanish word torre, which means tower. Put them together and you get Michael’s Tower or the tower of the one who resembles God.
• Mission (MIH shuhn) This is the English pronunciation and spelling of the Spanish word misión. It most likely refers to the religious missions that the Spanish established throughout the southwest United States. • Montecito (mohn teh SEE toh) Ironically, this diminutive for hill or little mountain is the only avenue in Corte Bella. • Nogales (noh GAH lehs) Spanish for walnut (or hickory) tree. • Padaro (puh DAH roh) Here’s another word whose meaning I cannot find on the Internet or in the recesses of my memory, although there are a lot of restaurants and resorts in California that bear the name Padaro. • Panchita (pahn CHEE tuh) Spanish for little feather; also an endearing nickname for Francesca. • Pedgregosa (peh dreh GOH suh) Spanish for rocky or stony. • Pico (PEE koh) Spanish for peak or (mountain) summit. • Quinto (KEEN toh) The Spanish ordinal number fifth. • Ridgely A surname of English origin. • Rincón (rihn KOHN) Spanish for (inside) corner or a nook. (For the curious, esquina (eh SKEE nuh) is the Spanish for an outside corner.) • San Pablo (sahn PAHB loh) St. Paul, the prolific epistemologist of the early Christian Church. • San Ramón (sahn ruh MOHN) St. Raymond is the patron saint of midwives and expectant mothers – a rather odd selection for a 55-plus community. (St. Raymond is so designated this particular patron saint because his mother died giving birth to him.) • Santa Ynez (SAHN tuh ih NESS) St. Inez, born near Valencia, Spain, was noted for her prophecies. She joined the Augustinian order of sisters. • Sola (SOH luh) Spanish for lone, single or solitary; also a species of shrub. • Sol Mar (sohl MAHR) Two Spanish words meaning sun and sea, respectively. • Sonora (suh NOH ruh) Derived from the Opata (Uto-Aztecan) language word xunuta, meaning “place of corn.” It is also the name of the desert in which most of southern Arizona and norther Mexico are located; the exclusive habitat of the saguaro cactus. • Valerio (vuh LEH ree oh) A first name derived from the Latin word valere, meaning to be of worth, to have worth. • Via Vistosa (VEE uh vihs TOH suh) Spanish for showy or colorful street. • Vista Bahía (VIHS tuh buh EE uh) Spanish for bayview. If you were counting, you would have come up with less than 59 streets. That is because several of the names are applied indiscriminately to Drives, Courts, and Lanes.
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What’s Happening in Corte Bella For Pam Lawrence, compiled by Linda Wright
Friends of Italy Dinner Dance December 14 This active interest group, one of Corte Bella’s largest, hosted a dinner dance for a sell out crowd. Master of Ceremonies, Keith Fowler, and his team did a wonderful job of keeping the evening moving along. Executive Chef Dan Haywood and the Anacapa kitchen prepared a delicious Italian fest for all who attended. The dance floor was moving and shaking to the music of the live band.
Christmas Eve at the Anacapa
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
December 24
December 31
Once again, as in every Christmas, the Anacapa put on an amazing Christmas feast for its residents and their guests on Christmas Eve. There was something for every taste in the buffet, and the ambiance and attention to detail truly provided a special way to celebrate the evening before Christmas.
The final event of the year was something to remember. The décor, the excellent four course meal provided by the Anacapa, the music from the guest DJ, and the wonderful touches like champagne bubble bottles and party favors made this so very enjoyable. The attendees in their wonderful formal dress really showcased this special party. Corte Bella knows how to throw an end of the year party! This is the way to ring in the new year.
The YaYa’s Celebrate Christmas!
Back row - Bonnie Gentry, Barb Paasch, Marie Civis, Mary Paoletti, Yvonne Baldwin,
Next row – Stephanie Posey (HOA Anacapa staff), Judy Hughes, Cathy Emerson, Joan Seefeldt, Barb Wilson, Alison Kinnahan, Nancy Hansen, Jean Gray, Carol Andryshak, Pat Burke, Sandy Raver, Barb Shirley Front row - Judie Krauklis, Marian Hoot, Gail Poolner, Lourdes Castillo, Barb Morin, Jill Machay (HOA Food and Beverage Manager)
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Save The Date Upcoming Charity Event
3rd Annual SOuL Sisters’ Attic Sunday, April 7th Corte Bella’s Social Hall 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM More information on how to donate gently used household items, books, media, and small appliances coming soon.
Save The Date HIGH TIDE - A Tribute to The Beach Boys Tuesday March 26 * 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. * $25 per person Enjoy a night of the Beach Boys performance experience that will guarantee a rocking show! High Tide will perform every Beach Boys song you have listened and danced to! Tickets on sale Sunday, February 10 after 2:00 p.m. at the Fitness desk. HOA account, check, cash (exact change). Tickets are non-refundable.
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Corte Bella Tennis Club News Marylee Planer Nearly forty members of the Corte Bella Tennis Club (CBTC), spouses and guests gathered for food, fellowship and holiday fun at the home of board member MaryLee Planer in December. In addition to the usual array of mouth-watering appetizers, main and side dishes, desserts and beverages, many in attendance competed in a best Christmas accessory contest. The contest winners were determined by vote. Although there were rumors that someone (Rick Gratian was suspected but never formally accused) stuffed the ballot box, three winners were declared — Joel Piaskowski, Carole Peterson and MaryLee Planer — and prizes were awarded. The CBTC always welcomes new members. Our numbers are such that players can get to know each other well through exercise and fellowship. Dues are just $15 annually. More information can be found on the court-side bulletin board.
Corte Bella Golf Club News Debbie Parks Dube January of this year started with a big list of rules changes for the game of golf. Here is a list put out by the USGA for the “Twenty Must-Know Rules of Golf” for 2019: •
Drop from knee height NOT shoulder height.
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Measure the area to drop in with the longest club in your bag (except for a putter).
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Drop in and play from the relief area.
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When dropping back–on-the-line, your ball cannot be played from nearer the hole than your chosen reference point.
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Time to search - 3 Minutes (NOT 5 minutes).
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If you accidently move your ball when searching for it, replace it without penalty.
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No penalty for a double hit - it only counts as one stroke.
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No penalty if your ball hits you or your equipment accidently after a stroke.
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No penalty if your ball strikes the flagstick when you have chosen to leave it in the hole.
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Spike mark and other shoe damage on the putting green can be repaired.
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Ball accidently moved on the putting green - no penalty and replace.
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Ball marked, lifted and replaced on putting green is moved by the wind to another position - replace ball on the original spot.
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Penalty areas replace water hazards, and you can move loose impediments, ground your club and take practice swings in penalty areas without penalty, just as you can on the fairway or in the rough.
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You can’t take relief from a penalty area unless you are at least 95% certain your ball is in the penalty area.
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In bunkers, you can move loose impediments.
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In bunkers, you cannot touch the sand with your club in the area right in front of or right behind your ball during your backswing or in taking practice swings.
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Free relief is allowed if your ball is embedded on the fairway or in the rough (but “embedded” means that part of the ball is below the level of the ground.)
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Unplayable ball in bunker - extra option to drop outside the bunker for 2 penalty strokes.
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You cannot have your caddie or your partner standing behind you once you begin taking your stance.
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Pace of Play - It is recommended that you take no longer than 40 seconds to make a stroke (and usually you should be able to play more quickly than that) and Ready Golf in stroke play is encouraged.
Thank you and, as always, Corte Bella residents are welcome to join us for lunch seven days a week and breakfast on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Come on by if you are interested in membership options!
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Pickleball News Robin Mandell
New year, new record: Current membership is 232! Strolling by the Pickleball courts at the end of December, there were a few fire trucks in the parking lot. Hope no one got hurt. But wait, on the courts there were a lot of young people playing: men and women, strong and fit. Do they live in Corte Bella? No, they were the Club’s invited guests for the day: our wonderful firemen, firewomen, and medics from Arizona Fire & Medical Station #103; right on the corner of Deer Valley & 135th. It was the pleasure of several of our Club members to teach our neighbors the game, and they were good (see photo).
Pickleball season is now in high gear: •
Member play for all levels is every morning from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM .
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Lady Pickleball Players - Monday and Thursday from12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
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Open play is Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings starting at 6:00 PM
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Numerous tournaments are taking place around the area: check out www.pickleballtournaments.com
The next pickleball clinics (watch your e-mail for an invitation to sign up they fill quickly): •
February 8 at 12 noon
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March 17 at 12 noon Come out, try the game, and join our fun group.
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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 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 / Nancy Kronlund
623-670-0733 / 320-444-1642
CB Watercolor Enthusiasts
3rd Friday
1:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Social Hall
Deborah Lazear
deborahdlazear@gmail.com
Social Hall
Hilda Furkert
623-266-2733
Corte Bella Chorus
Mon.
7 P.M.
Corte Bella Tai Chi Group
Mon/Tues Tues/Thurs
9:15 AM 8:00 AM
Stanza Room
Cathy Boorman
206-818-0860
Corte Bella Vets
2nd Tues.
9:00–10:30 A.M.
Anacapa
Dan Kurtenbach
theresadan69@cox.net
Duplicate Bridge
Every Tue.
12:30–4:30 P.M.
Social Hall
The Jacobs
623-217-2803
Friends of Italy
Varies
Varies
Social Hall
Keith Fowler
FOI_keith@msn.com
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
Charlotte Spellman / Jill Grant
623-3884069 barrspell@cox.net 602-3095627 jillg4546@yahoo.com
Call for Times
Social Hall
Janet Silver
623-337-4139
Wednesday
5:30 PM
Anacapa
Nancy Stevens
blanchmd@aol.com
Ladies Hi Tea LGBTQ Group of Corte Bella 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
Todd Gerber
(602) 639-8839 toddgerber3@gmail.com
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
Carla Smith
soul4u@yahoo.com
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
Usually Meets in Members’ Homes Bunco
1st Tue.
7-10 P.M.
Homes
Harriet Kessler
623-388-3731
Bunco Afternooners
2nd Mon.
1-3:30 P.M.
Homes
Cathy Emerson
623-518-3833
Bunco: Dynamite Gals
1st Tue.
Canadians
7 P.M.
Homes
Pam Jones
623-322-2728
Call for Times
Various
The Mandells
623-374-3592
CB Book Lovers Club
2nd Tuesday
3:30 – 5:00 P.M.
Homes
Donna Norton
donnaenorton@gmail.com
CB Open Jam Group
Varies
7–9 P.M.
Homes
Greg Peck
602-657-3950
Robin Mandell
623-374-3592
Homes
Jerry & Angel Lord
351-225-3387 / jalord1941@gmail.com
Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting
Varies
Varies
Christian Neighborhood Group
Thursday Group
6:30 P.M.
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
Nancy Wendler
njwendler@msn.com
Bob & Pam DeWaay
515-991-9166
Homes
Darlene Schilf
darcats@gmail.com
Iowa Group
Call for Times
Pinochle: Single Deck
3rd Sat
6:00 P.M.
Shalom Club
Call for Times
Homes
Judi Bourd
623-433-9449
Singles
Call for Times
Homes
La Rayne Power Sharon Vanderlende
623-266-3233 407-221-3396
2nd Mon.
5:00 P.M.
Homes
Evie Hansen / Merrill Ewert
evie.hanson@gmail.com Merrill.Ewert@gmail.com
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
Janice Aiken
602-910-5219
Couples
3rd Friday
4:30 – 6:30 P.M.
Courts
Bob Nasser
623-256-6661
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
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
Lady Putters
Every Mon.
9:00 A.M.
Golf Club
Diane Kingsley
623-234-8505
Ready Golf Girls (RGG)
Thursday
TBA
Meet at Various Courses
Gayle Kirkpatrick Angie Tannas
623-444-9976 / stargak@aol.com 206-931-5522 / abirdie30@aol.com
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
Colleen Miller
503-869-4570
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.
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Courts
Robin Mandell
623-374-3592
Hiking/Cycling
Adventure Club
Varies
Varies
Varies
Steve Downing
937-684-1733
World of Friends
Sports Bocce Ball
Golf
Tennis
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