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CONTENTS
What’s Inside November 2020
COMMUNITY INFORMATION 6 Numbers to Know ASSOCIATION 8 General Manager’s Update 9 10 12 13
2020 LTPC Amenities Questionnaire Corte Bella Events Upcoming HOA Events November 2020 Calendar
CULINARY 14 Chili Grilled Salmon with Pickled Vegetables
16 The Armchair Traveller Stays Close to Home: Wine Tasting in AZ 17 Rayden Haytasingh, Dependable for A Long Time
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COMMITTEE 18 Corte Bella Budget Comparison Report 19 From Corte Bella NASC 20 Just How Safe is Corte Bella? 20 Safety Tips for CB Residents
COMMUNITY 22 Corte Bella Vets Happenings 22 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27
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Corte Bella Vets Fundraising The Northwest Valley Volunteers Clean-Up Day The Replacement Years The Best Kind of Americans (Grateful, Gracious and Good) Your Corte Bella Garden in November A Birthday Party to Remember; Jay Finnell Annual Christmas Light Display Benefits the Salvation Army Birds in Paradise (Part Eleven) Support the Salvation Army Angel Tree
HEALTH & FITNESS 28 Corte Bella Pickleball Spotlight
28 Corte Bella Golf Club News 29 Corte Bella Tennis Touches Her Life for the Better
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SOCIAL CLUB 30 Club & Interest Groups
CB Times Magazine is the official community magazine of Corte Bella, brought to you by the Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. and published by Lion Tree Communications.
On the Cover: The harvest season is beautifully celebrated at the home of Larry and Kay Leighton as photographed by Mike Biggs.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Please check the Corte Bella website for updated information on operating hours for Corte Bella amenities.
Board of Directors
Community Resources
Corte Bella Administration
Kathy Carmickle Treasurer Liaison to the Finance Committee Liaison to the Technology Committee kathy.carmickle@icloud.com
Guard House, 623-544-3906 Fax: 623-544-3911 Email: securitas@cortebellacca.com Gate Hours: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM 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 AM-4 PM 623-328-5068 Ext. 221
Catherine Kelly Director Liaison to the Anacapa Advisory Group ca40th@gmail.com Steve Michaud Vice President Liaison to Golf Club 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 President Committee Liaison to the Architectural Review Committee davesaulnier.cb@gmail.com Dave Thomas Assistant Treasurer Liaison to the Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee putt_thomas@yahoo.com Linda Wright Director Liaison to the Building and Grounds Committee linda.wright.0929@gmail.com
Anacapa Restaurant, 623-455-9045 Hours: Lunch: 11 AM - 3 PM Tuesday – Saturday Dinner: 4:30 - 8:00 PM Tuesday – Saturday Sunday Buffet: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM 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 AM-9:00 PM Sat & Sun, 6 AM-9:00 PM Children’s Pool Hours 10 AM-1 PM & 5-7 PM Day Spa, 623-217-2018 8 AM to 7 PM, 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 AM-5:00 PM Tyson Siegler, Membership Director tsiegler@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
Corte Bella Website Community Website: www.cortebella.net Residents & Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.org
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Photo by Michael Biggs
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Dan Haywood, Anacapa Executive Chef 623-328-5068 ext. 232 dhaywood@cortebellacca.com
Maria Sobocinski, HOA Receptionist 623-328-5068 HOAreceptionist@cortebellacca.com Administrative Assistant (vacant) 623-328-5068 ext. 240 admin@cortebellacca.com Jacob Whittington, Operations Coordinator 623-328-5068, ext. 236 jwhittington@cortebellacca.com
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ASSOCIATION
General Manager’s Update For a lot of us, we can begin to feel the progress and somewhat of, a return to a more normal life as we knew it before the Covid-19 pandemic. I do but then, I know better due to the close contact and responsibility involved with my position at Corte Bella. Some might call the perceived progress complacency and
Mike Arrington, General Manager
others might call it hopeful thinking. Hope is a positive emotional response but not a wise thing to bet on when running a business, especially with so much at stake. As someone required to know the facts related to what is allowed and what is not allowed (in order to operate safely without being closed down) I can say that, although it feels better right now some of that is real and some is just hope. Hold on to that hope and positivity but don’t allow yourself to be fooled. Yes, things have improved but we are not free to operate as we would have before the pandemic. As I write this article, what I did prior to this was to inform the board and the community of another positive test within the association. I had to trace where that person was, who they came in contact with during that time period, and notify everyone who might have been exposed. That includes residents, customers and staff. This is required by law and I assure you that it’s not fun and creates much additional work that I don’t need taking up my time. I tell you this not to complain but because it brings a dose of reality to the conversation rather than what things “seem” to be to the average pedestrian. We are now into the Fall season of what has been an interesting year for all of us, to say the least. The past six months seem to have flown by for most of us, right? I hear someone say almost daily, “wow, where has this year gone?” I don’t think anyone can help but feel that way. The weather is now cooling and is more enjoyable for outdoor events while the days get shorter each day. Now the flu season becomes a reality to complicate things even more. The Anacapa has re-opened to the public and re-opened the outdoor dining area, but continues to operate under the
restrictions in place as dictated by state and federal government. Corte Bella has operated significantly better with far more facilities open than any other community I know of, but there are still rules in place that must be adhered to. For instance, the Anacapa may only operate at 50% of the normal capacity. This is an obvious financial constraint on revenue to say the least. Employees must still operate behind plexi-glass shields, wear gloves and masks, and social distance from each other and the customer. Social distancing and mask requirements remain in place for all of Corte Bella facilities under the CDC guidelines and management company mandate. Large events that we have grown used to here at Corte Bella are still not practical under the Covid-19 restrictions in place for several reasons. To sponsor a large event where you cannot control the compliance of those attending is not practical and not recommended by our legal counsel. It appears we have a way to go before we can operate as we have in the past. Unfortunately, no one really knows when that will be even though it does appear that things are improving at this time. I don’t know when we will be able to relax again and not be constrained by the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions currently in place. What I do know is that our staff is anxious to return to normal operation but must, for now, continue to operate under the restrictions of social distancing, wearing masks, continuous sanitizing of facilities and wellness checks at the beginning of each shift before clocking in. I sincerely ask that you respect the rules in place and respect the efforts that staff is putting forth to keep you and others safe. Otherwise, it simply makes everyone’s job much harder. The rules in place are due to government’s mandate or recommendations and must be followed in order to operate without a danger of being closed down. Imagine what it would look like to have the Anacapa closed by the authorities. Obviously, this virus and the restrictions caused by it are an inconvenience to everyone involved. But, more importantly, the effects of contracting the Corona virus can and have been fatal. Your cooperation when using the Corte Bella facilities will benefit you, your neighbors and the HOA staff in navigating through these challenging times. We thank you for the consideration and cooperation shown that has and will make everything somewhat better for each of us. Your understanding and patience is very helpful and so appreciated. Thank you.
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2020 LTPC Amenities Questionnaire As the title suggests, we are asking the community to weigh in on usage and satisfaction with our amenities here at Corte Bella. Please gear your responses to pre-COVID-19 times. Completed surveys (one per resident) should be dropped off
at the HOA Administrative Office. Please return by November 30th. This survey is also available online at www.cortebella.net under HOA -> Online Forms. Thank you for your input.
Name: ___________________________________________________ 1. How long have you resided in Corte Bella? ______________________________ 2. Do you use the Anacapa Restaurant? ___ Yes ___ No 2a. How often do you use the Anacapa? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 2b. How satisfied are you with the Anacapa? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied 2c. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity, or encourage Corte Bella residents to use it more often? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.) 3. Do you use the Social Halls? ___ Yes ___ No 3a. What do you use the Social Halls for? (Check all uses.) ___ HOA Meetings ___ Interest Group Meetings ___ Club Meetings ___ HOA Events ___ Private Meetings 3b. How satisfied are you with the Social Halls? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied 3c. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.) 4. Do you use the Fitness Center? ___ Yes ___ No 4a. How often do you use the Fitness Center? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 4b. How satisfied are you with the Fitness Center? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied
4c. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.)
7c. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.)
5. Do you use the Sports Courts? ___ Yes ___ No
8. Do you use the Lanai? ___ Yes ___ No
5a. Which sports courts do you use? ___ Tennis ___ Pickle Ball ___ Bocce Ball
8a. What do you use the Lanai for? _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________
5b. How often do you use the sports courts? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 5c. How satisfied are you with the sports courts? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied 5d. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.) 6. Do you use the Swimming Pool & Outside Jacuzzi? ___ Yes ___ NO 6a. How often do you use the swimming pool & outside Jacuzzi? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 6b. How satisfied are you with the swimming pool & outside Jacuzzi? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied 6c. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.) 7. Do you use the Day Spa? ___ Yes ___ No 7a. How often do you use the Day Spa? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 7b. How satisfied are you with the Day Spa? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied
8b. How often do you use the Lanai? ___ Daily ___ Weekly ___ Monthly ___ Rarely ___ Never 8c. How satisfied are you with the Lanai? ___ Very Satisfied ___ Satisfied ___ Mildly Dissatisfied ___ Very Dissatisfied 8d. If dissatisfied, how would you improve this amenity? (Please provide comments on a separate sheet of paper.) 9. What HOA Events have you attended? ___ Music Concerts ___ Cabarets ___ Comedy Shows ___ Wine Pairing Dinners ___ Off-Campus Trips ___ Farmers Markets ___ Vendor Fairs ___ Lectures ___ Blood Drives/Wellness Clinics 9a. What other events would you like to see in Corte Bella? _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ 9b. How would you prefer to obtain HOA event tickets? ___ In Person (at the Fitness Center) ___ Online 9c. How would you prefer to pay for HOA event tickets? ___ Cash ___ Credit Card ___ Corte Bella Social Account 10. Additional comments: (Please submit on separate sheet(s) of paper.)
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ASSOCIATION
Corte Bella Events
This event will be held as scheduled!
HOA Sponsored Events:
“First Friday - Coffee with Pam” Dates: (1st Friday of every month) Friday, November 6 Upcoming First Friday Chats: Friday, December 4 Bacara Room VIA ZOOM Time: 10:00 AM Cost: Free Event
Corte Bella’s Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence invites you to exchange ideas, ask questions and get firsthand knowledge of what is happening in Corte Bella.
Some of the following events and activities may not be held due to current CDC guidelines and Arizona State executive orders. Should circumstances allow, any changes and additional information will be announced via eblasts and flyers.
Fall Marketplace
Date: Sunday, November 1 CANCELLED Breezeway and Anacapa Patios Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: Free Event
Verde Canyon Train Ride
Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree
Date: Saturday, November 14 to Saturday, December 12 Fitness Center Christmas Tree The Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree will be ready on November 14th for you to select your Angel, a disadvantaged child who is waiting for you to make their Christmas a magical one. Each Angel hanging on the tree provides a child’s name and age along with a list of their Christmas gift dreams. Bring the unwrapped gifts back to the tree with the original Angel tag attached before December 12th and the Salvation Army will take care of delivery. Here’s your chance to make a child’s Christmas a very special one. Every year, Corte Bella is amazingly generous – please help continue the trend. Anacapa Special Event:
Date: Saturday, November 7 Day Trip to Cottonwood CANCELLED Time and Cost to be announced.
This event will be held as scheduled!
Corte Bella’s Farmers’ Market
Come enjoy a very special four-course meal prepared to celebrate this American holiday. There will be wonderful choices, from a starter course to the turkey with all the sides. Dine-in service only. Reservations are required due to limited seating. Please call 623-455-9045.
Date: Wednesday, November 11 and Wednesday, December 9 CANCELLED Breezeway and Patio Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: Free Event
Anacapa Thanksgiving Day Dinner Date: Thursday, November 26 Anacapa Dining Room and Patio Time: Regular Dinner Service Only
Special Note:
The Anacapa is offering family Thanksgiving Day dinners to go – complete meal to include whole turkey and all the fixings. This service will be pre-order only. See the flyer in this issue for more information. Call the Anacapa at 623-455-9045 to place an order.
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This event will be held as scheduled!
This event will be held as scheduled!
Hanukkah “Festival of Lights”
Dates: Thursday, December 10 to Friday, December 18th To celebrate Hanukkah, the lighting of the menorah will occur in the Anacapa each sunset (5:15 PM) from December 10th to December 18th. On Sundays and Mondays, the menorah will be moved to the Fitness Center for the ceremony.
This event will be held as scheduled!
Christmas Tree Lighting Date: Thursday, December 3 Anacapa dining customers only Time: Tree lighting at 6:00 PM
As is the custom in Corte Bella, the community Christmas tree will be illuminated by Santa Claus in the Anacapa reception area. Plan to dine in the Anacapa this evening so you can see the beautiful tree light up to begin the Christmas season. HOA Sponsored Events:
“SO This is Christmas” A TAD Management Concert CANCELLED Date: Friday, December 4 Santa Barbara Room
Phoenix Zoo Lights
Date: Wednesday, December 9 CANCELLED Phoenix Zoo
Annual Holiday Golf Cart Parade
Date: Wednesday, December 16 Anacapa Parking Lot and around the circle (plus the San Ramon Christmas Street) Time: carts line up beginning at 5:30 PM with the parade beginning at 6:00PM Cost: Free Event Decorate your golf cart for the season and join in the fun of a real Christmas holiday parade in Corte Bella. Use your imagination and create something wonderful to share with your community. Parade route will encompass the “circle” and through the Christmas Streets of San Ramon. There will be a prize and bragging rights for the best decorated golf cart. Participants in the parade must register with Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence plawrence@ cortebellacca.com) by December 15th.
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ASSOCIATION Anacapa Special Events:
Charity Events Upcoming:
This event will be held as scheduled!
CB Vets Fundraising Wine Sale
Christmas Eve Dinner
Date: Thursday, December 24 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: Regular Dinner Service Hours Cost: to be announced
See page 22 in this issue
On this magical, wonderful night come enjoy a holiday feast prepared just for Corte Bella. All the favorite traditional food of the season will be featured at a four-course meal fit for royalty. Every year, Corte Bella is treated to a holiday dinner to remember and this year will be no different. Tables are limited. Reservations are required . Call 623-455-9045 HOA Sponsored Event:
Annual New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Dinner & Dance - CANCELLED Date: Thursday, December 31
ALL EMERGENCIES, SERIOUS ACCIDENTS WITH INJURIES, and CRIMES IN PROGRESS SHOULD BE REPORTED USING 911.
Sheriff’s Business Non Emergency (24 Hours)
602-876-1011
(Examples: Suspicious vehicles, loud noise, and general info)
Security Service ( Securitas ): •
Guard at Gate (5:00AM until 8:00PM)
•
Roving Patrol (Homeowners can call the
623-544-3906
Mobile phone between 8:00PM & 11:30PM Mon - Fri and until midnight Sat & Sun)
San Ramon Stringers Walkabout Night with Salvation Army Red Kettle Date: Friday, December 4 San Ramon Christmas Streets Time: At Sunset See article in this issue
SOuL Holiday Boutique
Date: Saturday, December 5 Location of sale to be announced Time: 9:00 AM to 12 Noon See flyer in this issue
Emergency Phone Numbers
•
Veterans Day & Marine Corps Birthday Eagle and Plow Wine Date: November 1 to November 21
NOTE: All Events and Activities Are Tentative, Subject to Availability of HOA Facilities Under Mandatory COVID-19 Guidelines and Procedures Upcoming HOA Events Dec 4
First Friday with Pam
Dec 11 First Day of Hanukkah (through Dec 18) Dec 14 Last Day for Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree Dec 16 Corte Bella’s Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade
623-256-2907
HOA Common Area Emergencies:
Anacapa Special Events
(Examples: water leaks, bee swarms)
Nov 26 Thanksgiving Day Dinner
•
During Regular HOA business hours
Dec 3
(9:00AM–4:00PM) HOA Office: 623-328-5068 ext. 226
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Dinner
•
First Service After Hours Emergencies:
480-551-4300
Fire Department Non Emergency •
Normal business hours
623-584-3500
Animal Related Issues •
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control 602-506-7387
Coyotes and Other Desert Animals •
Arizona Game and Fish Department
602-942-3000
Christmas Tree Lighting Dinner
Upcoming HOA Board of Directors Meetings Nov 5
Budget Presentation Meeting Evening Meeting
Nov 20 HOA Board of Directors Workshop Nov 25 HOA Board of Directors Open Meeting Dec 18 HOA Board of Directors Workshop Dec 23 HOA Board of Directors Open Meeting
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NOVEMBER SUN
Anacapa Sunday Breakfast 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MON
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TUE
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WED
THU
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Anacapa Advisory Group 9:00 AM 2021 Budget Presentation - 6:00 PM
Corte Bella Fall Marketplace 10:00 AM CANCELLED
Anacapa Sunday Breakfast 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
FRI
SAT 6
First Friday with Pam First Friday with Pam 10:00 AM Cooking with Chef Dan - Class #2 CANCELLED
Verde Canyon Railroad Train Ride CANCELLED
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Jason Love Comedy Show - CANCELLED 8
9 Lady Putters 9:00 AM
CB Vets Regular Meeting - 8:30 AM via ZOOM
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HAPPY VETERANS’DAY Buildings and Grounds Committee 9:00 AM
12 Technology Committee 10:30 AM
13
ARC Submittal Deadline 4:00 PM
Salvation Army Angel Tree Begins in Fitness Center
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Farmers’ Market 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM - CANCELLED Veterans Day Dinner Dance - CANCELLED Anacapa’s Pasta Night/Wine Down Wednesday 15 Anacapa Sunday Breakfast 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday Cabaret w/ Aaron Nelson Project -CANCELLED 22 Anacapa Sunday Breakfast 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
16 Lady Putters 9:00 AM Government Affairs Committee 11:00 AM
CB Vets Regular Meeting 9:00 AM
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Finance Committee 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Long Term Planning Committee 3:00 PM 23 Lady Putters 9:00 AM
24
HOA Board of Directors Meeting 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
25
Anacapa’s Pasta Night/Wine Down Wednesday 29 301 Lady Putters 9:00 AM Anacapa Sunday Breakfast 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
19 ARC Meeting 9:00 AM
Anacapa’s Pasta Night/Wine Down Wednesday
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20 HOA Board Workshop 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY
HOA EVENTS - GREEN
ANACAPA EVENTS - RED
HOA OFFICIAL BUSINESS - BLUE
INTEREST GRPS/ CLUBS - BLACK
Please check the Corte Bella website for updated information on availability of the following events. We value our residents health and lean on the side of caution.
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Chili Grilled Salmon with Pickled Vegetables
Anacapa Executive Chef Dan Haywood
Note from Chef Dan: Grill salmon normally. Just before cooking is complete, spoon glaze over the top. Serve with soy ginger sauce and pickled vegetables along with rice or your favorite side.
Chili Glaze
Pickled Vegetables
1 cup orange marmalade 1 cup sweet chile garlic sauce ½ cup sambal olek (Indonesian chili paste) 2 oz soy sauce 2 green onions, finely chopped Mix well.
Pickling liquid: 2 cup water 2 cup distilled vinegar 1 cup sugar 2 tbsp pickling spice 4 slices pickled jalapeno
Soy Ginger Sauce
Vegetable Mix: 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into matchsticks – use a mandolin. 1 red onion, julienned 2 colored peppers, seeded and sliced 1 medium jicama, julienned
2 cups soy sauce 1 cup white wine or Murin (sake style cooking wine) 1 cup water 1 cup sugar ¼ cup rice vinegar (or distilled) 1 small bulb ginger grated – or 1 tsp ginger powder 1 tbsp garlic 1 tbsp sesame oil corn starch slurry Method: • Quickly sauté garlic with sesame oil. • Add rest of ingredients, except the slurry. • Bring to boil; simmer 5 minutes. • Thicken with slurry slightly, but not thick. Cool. Serve hot or cold.
Method: Boil pickling liquid for 3 minutes. Strain. Pour over vegetables in a deep container. Cool and store for use. Leave vegetables in liquid until used. Drain as necessary. Grill salmon normally. Just before finished spoon glaze over the top. Serve with sauce and pickled vegetable and with rice or your favorite sides.
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Anacapa
Day Spa
November Spa Specials! Treat yourself Or a loved one to a Spa Treatment!
Two 60 minute treatments $122 Or Two 90 minute treatments $167 Massages: Swedish or Therapeutic Facials: Corte Bella Signature (customizable)
LIMITED MENU FOR THANKSGIVING
First Course Your choice of:
Caesar Salad
$4.50
Butternut Squash & Apple Soup
Entres
$99, $94
A Pumpkin Peel is the perfect way to celebrate the season and replenish dry, summer skin. Pumpkin contains the highest content of naturally occurring Vitamin A and Beta Carotene. Pumpkin also helps remove toxins that are stuck deep in pores and neutralize free radicals. Your skin will feel smooth and polished!
Hot Rock Massage
$89, $85
The perfect combination of gentle pressure and heat offer relief to tense muscles and sore joints. This unique experience melts away stress and provides you with a new level of relaxation. Spa Blends Body Butters, 6 oz $21 Corte Bella Embroidered Robes $74
Grilled Ribeye Steak Mashed Potatoes, Baby Beans, Roasted Mushrooms
$25
Turkey Dinner Sliced Turkey, Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potato and Gravy,
$26
Cranberry Chutney Candied Yams and Baby Beans Grilled Salmon Chile Glaze, Steamed Rice, Pickled Vegetables, Baby Beans
$22
Baked Beef Lasagna Three Cheese, Marinara Sauce
$19
Black Forest Ham Steak Honey Mustard Glaze Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potato, Brown
$26
Gravy, Cranberry Chutney Candied Yams and Baby Beans
Desserts Apple Pie
Gift Certificates Available!
(Cup) $4.50 / (Bowl) $7.00
Your choice of:
2nd Appointment/Service must be completed within 30 days from date of purchase.
Pumpkin Peel
$4.50
House Salad
Your choice of:
$5
Pecan Pie
$5
Pumpkin Pie
$5
Call (623) 217-2018
Offers are valid November 1-30, 2020. Full payment must be rendered at time of first appointment. Second service must be completed within 30 days.
ANACAPA RESTAURANT EVERYTHING WELL DONE
Anacapa is open for in-house and ANACAPA RESTAURANT: patio dining for all customers. Please Phone: 623-455-9045 call the restaurant reservations desk Hours: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Days: Tuesday – Saturday with any questions.
Closed Sunday evenings and Mondays
The Anacapa features daily specials in addition to the standard a la carte menu. There is something for everyone to enjoy. Please refer to the Corte Bella website for additional details or call the Anacapa reception desk for any questions.
• Enjoy Sunday Breakfast with wonderful a la carte offerings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. • It’s Back! Pasta and Salad Night with Wine Down Wednesday wine specials – dine in only options for $16.50.
• Reserve your table now for the Anacapa’s four course Thanksgiving Day dinner. Call 623-455-9045. Seating is limited.
• Check with the Anacapa regarding a family Thanksgiving Day meal to go. • The Corte Bella Christmas Tree will be lighted for the season on Thursday, December 3rd at 6:30 PM. Make your dinner reservations now. • Make your reservations now for the Anacapa’s Christmas Eve dinner. This is always a magical evening for all. Reserve your table by calling 623-455-9045. Seating is limited.
The Anacapa is open for all patrons for in-house dining and for residents only for curbside delivery Call 623-455-9045 to preorder and for additional take-out orders. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Sunday from information. 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Closed Sunday evenings and Mondays.
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The Armchair Traveller Stays Close to Home: Wine Tasting in AZ Deborah Damery Lazear, CSW, Certified Wine Educator I didn’t think of Arizona as wine country; it is too darn hot. Well, I was wrong. There are four main wine regions in our state. Most sites are characterized by limestone and volcanic soil, with average elevations of 4,000 ft and above. They have similarities to the Rhône Valley of France, Rioja in Spain, the Dão of Portugal, and parts of Southern Italy such as Apulia, Abruzzi, or Sicily. Ironically, a bigger problem for Arizona grape growers is frost, not heat! Many growers are traditionalists, using sheep to graze on the weeds and grass between the rows. Kief Manning of Kief-Joshua Vineyards says “The Old English Baby Doll sheep love the alcohol-rich fermented grape skins that are used for compost in the vineyards. Sleepy time!”
Southern Arizona gets two hits with Sonoita Wine Country and the Wilcox Wine Country. Sonoita-Elgin area, south of Tucson, has over a dozen wineries. Sonoita is an American Viticultural Area (AVA) with wine history dating back to 1690 with Listan Preito (aka Mission Grape) brought by the Jesuits and Franciscan monks. It boasts AZ’s oldest commercial winery started 1983. Most notable wineries are Kief-Joshua Vineyard in Elgin, Dos Cabezas gold medal winner, Flying Leap Vineyards (try their Cabernet Franc), Canelo Hill, and Sonoita Vineyards. To use the Sonoita appellation name, at least 85% of the grapes must have been grown within the established AVA. Consider the Xanadu Ranch Get-Away Guest Ranch in Sonoita for a rustic stay.
The red varietals that do well here include Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Tannat, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Graciano, and Nebbiolo. Whites include Pinot Gris, Pinot Grigio, Malvasia Bianca, Viognier, Rousanne and Marsanne. If you are looking for big, fruity Cabernet Sauvignon or buttery Chardonnay, go elsewhere. AZ has its own flavor profile. Grapes that do well here can handle the heat of summer, retain good acidity in the heat and can tolerate drought without getting too thirsty. Note: These are great Thanksgiving Turkey wines. Northern Arizona includes Jerome, Cottonwood, Sedona, Oak Creek and Camp Verde areas. There are over a dozen wineries here. This is red wine area. Notable award winners are Page Springs, Javelina Leap, Alcantara Vineyards, and Caduceus Cellars. Many wineries are a day trip away. Plan to overnight in Cottonwood for a central touring location. While in the area, consider the Verde Valley Railroad “Grape Train”, A Day in the West “Jeep & Wine Tasting Tour”, or First Class Charter “Verde Valley Winery Tour”.
Wilcox Wine Country is also a great destination. Be sure to visit Flying Leap Vineyards, Keeling-Schaefer Tasting Room, Pillsbury Wine Company (for an award winning Mourvèdre) and Zarpara Vineryards. In 2007, Senate Bill 1276 was passed allowing for shipping of wine from Arizona wineries to your home. No need to travel to taste. Total Wine carries a good selection, so you don’t have to go far to experience Arizona wine flights of fancy, and no airplane is required! Cheers!
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Rayden Haytasingh, Anacapa Line Cook; Dependable For a Long Time Rayden Haytasingh (left) has been a part of Corte Bella’s Anacapa restaurant for more than twelve years. He began working there while still in high school. Rayden started as a dishwasher and has, through hard work and dedication, worked his way up to being a line cook. He learned about the Corte Bella Anacapa through his older brother, Steve Haytasingh (a long time Anacapa server/bartender). Rayden was born in Thunderbird Hospital in July 1990 and graduated from Dysart High School in 2008. He has been married for ten years. He and his wife have three children (two girls and a boy) ages 10, 5, and 2 years. He currently resides in Phoenix with his family. For Rayden, the transition from dishwashing into kitchen began working with food prep. Soon after, Executive Chef Daniel Haywood began teaching him techniques and methods necessary to be a cook “on the line”. Rayden is completely satisfied with his
current position and stated that his co-workers are his second family. He loves the creative aspect of his work. He enjoys how he is always learning new recipes and different ways to prepare and plate menu items. Rayden also helps keep the kitchen running smoothly through stocking, inventorying, working with the servers to expedite orders and helping to ensure the kitchen operates safely and hygienically. The residents and First Services management are very strong reasons why Rayden likes working at Corte Bella. He feels very supported and appreciated. During the difficult months after the appearance of the corona virus, Rayden was impressed by how the Corte Bella HOA treated all its local employees. During this troublesome period, he discovered the importance of helping one another and the need to keep hope alive always. Rayden’s favorite cuisine is traditional Mexican. He would love to travel, experience other cultures and taste their food. He would especially like to visit China. In the meantime, he is very satisfied with his life here in the West Valley. His dream is to one day be an executive chef. Food is his life’s work and Corte Bella is fortunate to have him “on the line” in the Anacapa.
Anacapa "TAKE CARE OF YOU" THANKSGIVING DINNER For Corte Bella Residents only
DINNER 14 lb. Roasted Turkey Traditional Stuffing Mashed Potatoes and Turkey Gravy Candied Yams Cranberry Apple Chutney Almond Green Beans 9" Pumpkin Pie Rolls and Butter
ADD ON'S Extra Gravy - $8/qt Extra Pumpkin Pie - $16 Pecan Pie - $20 Green Salad for 8 - $20 Caesar Salad for 8 - $24
All orders must be places and paid in full by Monday November 23rd. there will be no refunds after this date. Anacapa prepares your Thanksgiving Feast for 8 all for $180 plus tax
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Corte Bella Budget Comparison Report Joel Block, Finance Chair and Kathy Carmickle, Treasurer
Month & YTD August 31st , 2020 Results of Operations
Favorable to Budget Unfavorable to Budget Actual
Budget
Variance
YTD Actual
YTD Budget
Variance
Assessments: Income
200,200
200,063
137
1,601,186
1,600,502
682
Administration: Net
(41,561)
(61,983)
20,422
(464,757)
(506,864)
42,107
Facilities: Expense
66,527
81,607
(15,080)
471,410
603,124
(131,714)
Guardhouse: Expense
15,489
15,812
(323)
127,893
126,496
1,397
(35)
9,607
(9,642)
4,452
25,256
(20,804)
28,503
28,567
(64)
257,671
269,036
(11,365)
(31,116)
(14,299)
(16,817)
(214,330)
(59,140)
(155,190)
860
934
(74)
16,715
22,972
(6,257)
(9,923)
(15,541)
5,618
(102,134)
(115,328)
13,194
7,905
(7,206)
15,111
(15,840)
(31,258)
15,418
HOA Events: Net Landscape: Expense Restaurant: Net Spa: Net Fitness: Net Results of Operations
* Net after Departments is used when the Department has Revenue and Expenses. Favorable to Budget by $16K YTD Departments favorable to budget: • Administration - $42K • Facilites - $131.7K • Fitness - $13.2K • Landscape - $11.4
Departments unfavorable to budget: • Guardhouse - $1,400 • Restaurant - $155.2 - Covid 19 • Spa - $ 6.2K Covid 19 • HOA Events - $20.8 - Covid 19
WHERE HAVE OPERATING ASSESSMENTS GONE YEAR-TO-DATE THROUGH AUGUST 2020 Assmt $’s Spent Per Lot/% Allocation per Department
Dollar Am't
AS A %
ADMINISTRATION: NET
$281.67
29.03
FACILITIES: NET
$285.70
29.44
GUARDHOUSE: EXPENSE
$77.51
7.99
HOA EVENTS: NET
-$2.70
-0.28
LANDSCAPE: EXPENSE
$156.16
16.09
RESTAURANT: NET
$129.90
13.39
SPA: NET
-$10.13
-1.04
$61.90
6.38
$9.60
0.99
FITNESS: NET TOTAL: SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) We finished August, in spite of the budget shortfalls related to Covid - 19, just under $16,000 to the good. The department making the largest contribution to our positive variance was Administration which finished the month at a commendable $42,000 year to date. Our Property Manager and his staff have done a great job controlling and minimizing expenses in these challenging times.
understanding that opening some of those amenities would cause budget shortfalls. It was our intention to cover, as necessary, those shortfalls by dipping into the more than $500,000 we have in retained earnings. Retained earnings, by law, may only be used to cover emergency expenses, and Covid certainly qualifies as one. To date, we have not had to use our retained earnings to keep the amenities open.
The Board made the decision to open the Anacapa, as well as other amenities, in May for the convenience of our residents with the
The Board will continue to monitor and adjust our direction as necessary.
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From Corte Bella Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee (NASC) Elizabeth Pridmore, Chairperson Who has the right of way? When a pedestrian is crossing a roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, they must yield the right of way to vehicles. See reference box. One safety issue that seems to repeatedly come up here in Corte Bella (besides speeding) is that people like to use our streets instead of our sidewalks for walking, running or jogging. What becomes a safety issue is that many walkers have earpieces in place listening to music, a book, etc., virtually assuring they will not see or hear oncoming traffic. We realize that this will be an on-going battle, (one that probably will never end, so may I suggest that residents who continue to use the streets pay more attention and when they see an approaching vehicle or bike, move to the sidewalk. You do not have the right of way, a street is not
SOuL’s Holiday Boutique Date: Saturday, December 5 Time: 9:00 AM to 12 Noon Place: Cul-de-sac at W, Micheltorena Court Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) will again have a delightful holiday boutique for you to enjoy. (This year there will not be a bake sale.) There will be wonderful vendors bringing a delightful selection of gifts and goodies to help complete your gift shopping. Please Save The Date and plan to attend our annual fundraising event that’s always a wonderful part of the Holiday Season at Corte Bella. All proceeds go directly to the support of local organizations and charities. Parking will be limited. Please plan to carpool with friends or drive your golf cart. Precautions to safeguard the health and safety of everyone will be practiced at all times during the event.
a crosswalk, and if struck, you lose. If walking at night or in the dark, wear some type of reflective clothing. Recently, a resident was almost hit while walking in the street in the dark. Not by a car but by a cyclist who did not see the resident until they came right up to them, resulting in a sharp turn to avoid the walker. This cyclist sustained a severe knee injury due to this crash. Remember, the cyclist had the right of way. A good rule of thumb is not to assume you have the right of way as a walker and always move out of the way. Be courteous please.
Another safety concern brought to my attention is that cyclists are riding sideby-side, and while making turns, they are taking up the entire side of the street. Again, Car vs Cyclist - you get the picture? Please ride single file. Too often NASC committee members are told about situations which are not only dangerous but could end in tragedy. Please do your part to stay safe. Remember, streets are for cars and sidewalks are for people.
Yeild The Right Of Way reference: https://casperlaw.com/blog-what-are-my-rights-as-a-pedestrian/. Perceived benefits of running/walking in the street versus using the sidewalk reference: https://www.slowtwitch.com/Training/Running/Concrete_or_ Asphalt__4793.html
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Just How Safe is Corte Bella? Steve Dodder, Neighborhood Awareness & Safety Committee “How safe is Corte Bella?” is an often-posed question, both by prospective and current Corte Bella residents. With today’s internet technology, you can answer that question for yourself and graphically see the results. Simply open your web browser and type in the address of https://communitycrimemap.com/ From the website: “LexisNexis’s public crime map, Community Crime Map, connects law enforcement with the community to reduce crime and improve public safety. Crime mapping helps the public get a better idea of the crime activity in their area so they can make more informed decisions about how to stay safe. Also, Community Crime Map goes beyond crime mapping by having the ability to automatically alert us about recent crime activity.” Once you have the site open and accept the continue buttons, type in your or another’s address into the address field in the top left area. You can use the +/- buttons to increase or decrease the neighborhood viewing areas – this will allow you to see the areas around CB. You can also move the map around with the cursor to view other areas. To change the one-week default, go to the “Date Range” area and use the calendar to expand the
date range. To remove minor infractions like “noise,” go to the “Event” area and uncheck an event. To remove all infractions, click on “deselect all”. For sex offenders, go to the “Offenders” area and click on “sex/known offenders”. Lastly, to sign up for daily/weekly/monthly updates or alerts, click on the “sign up for crime alerts” button on the top right-hand side of the top bar. Your Corte Bella Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee (NASC) hopes that you find this information to be useful.
Safety Tips for CB Residents Tom Morin Now that summer is well behind us and cooler months are ahead, there’s a chance that you could have unwelcomed desert wildlife near your homes. The following is a true story that occurred in Corte Bella, and I’m sharing it with hopes that it might save someone from getting in harm’s way. In early October, a resident was preparing his recyclables for pick up when he was met by a snake, a four and a half foot long Diamondback snake! It was coiled and resting comfortably in the warm sun. Fortunately, the resident reacted calmly and swiftly by following protocol. That is, he called 911 and told the dispatcher this is a non-medical emergency and was directed to the proper authorities. They arrived within minutes of his call and safely removed the creature to its own habitat, somewhere in the desert. The cool-headed reaction by this resident should remind all of us this could easily happen to any of us. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
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If bitten, seek medical attention immediately.
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Explain briefly and precisely the purpose of your call.
If possible, and with caution, try to identify the creature, i.e. take a photo, etc.
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Do not disturb the snake. It can and will strike with precision and lightning speed.
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Dear Fido and Felix, Great news for you (and your humans): Dogs and cats give Freedom Plaza a “high five” for being pet-friendly! Ideal locations near or on the ground floor with direct access to the out-of-doors often have a waitlist because pet parents like yours won’t leave home without you – and who can blame them? Ask your humans to call 623-815-4013 to schedule a visit or to attend one of our bi-monthly complimentary luncheons at Freedom Plaza. We’ll send them home with a treat for you and an affordable Life Plan for them.
Love and a hearty “Woof” and “Meow,”
-Your Friends at Freedom Plaza 13373 N Plaza del Rio Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85381 Following CDC guidelines, we have taken extraordinary steps to protect the health & well-being of our community and guests.
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Corte Bella Vets Happenings Karen R. Starkman In keeping with our mission, and to continue to support our local veterans, we have planned many exciting fundraising opportunities. Included is our Virtual Ball Drop whereby 100% of proceeds raised will go to veterans affected by the 2020 Gulf Coast Hurricanes. Secondly, we are offering Mercer Eagle & Plow, Block 93, Cabernet Sauvignon, from November 1–21, 2020, at 30% off, (Corte Bella Vets will receive $21 per bottle) and all proceeds going to support veterans. Additional fundraisers include our Monte Carlo Night on February 27, 2021, and our 7th annual golf tournament on March 21st. These two fundraisers will continue to focus on ending veteran homelessness, on suicide prevention, and treating PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. Tickets for our Monte Carlo night will go on sale very soon and will include a special early bird price. Your ticket price includes a SWAG Bag, $200 in Play Vouchers, one
free drink, and light snacks. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, a raffle to win a stunning diamond necklace (appraised at $3,790) and a “wine pull” raffle to win a bottle of wine (retail value between $25 - $150) plus a silent auction. Additionally, don’t forget about our delicious HoneyBaked Ham Campaign, which will run thru April 2021. The HoneyBaked Ham Company will donate 20% of each gift card’s value to the Corte Bella Vets. Additional information regarding all of our fundraisers and the opportunity to purchase tickets, gift cards, and wine will be available on our website at www.cortebellavets.org. Also, continue to watch for Corte Bella Community e-mail blasts. Once again this year the Corte Bella Vets will be working with the SunDome Merchants in support of their Angel Tree Program for Veterans. Christmas Angel trees will be placed in front of several business from November 15th thru December 15th. Gifts collected will be delivered to Mary Ellen’s Place, James Walton Home, the VA Community Center in Phoenix, and the VA Hospital in Prescott.
Corte Bella Vets Fundraising We’re commemorating Veterans Day and celebrating U.S. Marine Corps birthday by offering an excellenttasting wine at a special discount for a very limited time... Nov. 1 thru Nov. 21.
We respectfully ask your help… buy bottles of wine for friends and colleagues. Your purchasing generosity will fortify Corte Bella Vets position that no veteran should be without a home and those suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress and Traumatic Brain Injury deserve the best possible treatment.
Featuring Eagle & Plow, BLOCK 93, Cabernet Sauvignon
To purchase Eagle & Plow wine:
This cab is led by dusty aromas of red fruit and tobacco. The seamless palate gushes with polished, rich and pure expressions of gorgeous ripe cherry, rose petal and hints of caramel lined with ultra-refined tannins. Showing precise balance and acute focus, the lush mouthfeel and pillowy structure extend the harmonious, lengthy finish.
Note: please enter PROMO CODE - CBV upon completing the purchase selection.
This one-time special offer is 30% off for a bottle of Eagle & Plow with 100% of the proceeds going to support veterans.
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The Mercer Story... Rob Mercer, President, Mercer Family Vineyards, served as a captain in the US Marine Corps in the 1990s. After the attacks on 9-11, he reenlisted to serve in Iraq. When Rob returned from service, John Derrick, VP Mercer Family Vineyards, spoke to Rob about planting a special vineyard. John lost best friend Richard Guadagno, who was among the patriots who fought and died on United Flight 93. It was befitting to honor the memory of Richard Guadagno’s patriotism thus 911 vines were hand-planted in BLOCK 93 of the Cavalie Vineyard. The fruit from these vines is used exclusively to produce Eagle & Plow, BLOCK 93 Cabernet Sauvignon.
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The Northwest Valley Volunteers Help on National Clean-Up Day Linda Wright, Group Coordinator September 19th was National Clean-Up Day and Maricopa County had a number of volunteer groups out on the roadways, cleaning up litter as a part of the MCDOT Adopt-a-Road program. Here in our community, the Northwest Valley Volunteers rose to the occasion, fielding a team of seven cleanup veterans who scoured the length of El Mirage Road from the 303 Highway ramps to the intersection with Wescott Drive – that’s 3.19 miles to cover and pick up litter. The end result was 28 bright orange bags filled with trash, along with a number of tires and other large or misshaped debris that could not be bagged but was placed on the shoulder of the road for easy pickup by the county’s retrieval contractor. The team worked from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM to complete that work.
The following Corte Bella residents deserve a big thank you for their service and their efforts to keep El Mirage clear of trash: • JoAnne Hurst • Steve Hurst • Roger Kleinschmidt • Paula Penkauskas • Tom Mauger • Keith Conners • Linda Wright (coordinator and driver) If this is an activity that interests you, please contact David or Linda Wright at trgibe@aol.com for additional information. Our group schedules cleanup work at least twice yearly or more often if required. We’d love to have you on our team.
The Replacement Years Ask Agnes Let’s talk about replacing things. First it’s knees, then perhaps hips, and teeth. The list includes [wait for it]---toilets. All homes in Corte Bella have at least two. Keeping toilets clean and maintained is often challenging. Regular cleaning and having softened water helps. In toilet bowls, a pinkish ring often forms around and below the water line. This is an airborne bacteria called Serratia Marcescens. This is a bacterial colony that may cause infections in humans and perhaps animals that may drink from the toilet bowl. It’s easily removed with bleach or disinfectant scrub and a toilet bowl brush. Although, rather than harbor those bacteria in a stored toilet bowl brush, I suggest using a Clorox Toilet Wand. The cleaning heads are immediately disposable. One head is enough to clean at least two toilets. They do an excellent job and don’t scratch the porcelain.
Another matter is the hard-water ring that also forms at the water line. Water softening does help. Before soft water, I tried cleanser, brushes, a “screen” material from the hardware store, pumice sticks and vinegar. The rings were never truly gone. A plumber told me about a product called RING-B-GONE [available from Advanced Plumbing at Hwy 60 and Hwy 101]. In-tank cleaners are a no-no. They can ruin the plastics on the tank interior. Realizing our toilets had deep scratches from 16 years of cleaning, and that they needed some tank maintenance, we had them replaced a few weeks ago. We had several estimates and found buying them from Home Depot and having our preferred plumber do the installation was the best option. We also upgraded to chair-height bowls. Your knees and back will thank you. Now, we’re good to ‘go’!
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The Best Kind of Americans (Grateful, Gracious, and Good) Lou and Teresa Kokodynski This is a love story - a timeless tale of courage, faith and love that spans four countries, two continents, an ocean and a world in turmoil. The odds against it were high, yet it happened. Lou Kokodynski was born in 1939 in Lwow, as Germany invaded Poland in September of that fateful year. Lwow was originally located in Eastern Poland but after the war, it was ceded to the Soviet Union, and it is now a part of Ukraine. Its name was changed to the Ukrainian Lviv. Six years later, 244 miles northwest of Lwow, Teresa was born in the city of Lodz in Central Poland. The Kokodynski family relocated to Walbrzych, in the southwest corner of Poland, at the end of WWII. Lou remained there for a while after his parents emigrated to the U.S. (under the auspices of the Red Cross) in 1962. Shortly thereafter, Lou was given permission to leave. By that time, his parents and other relatives had already established themselves in Chicago. The journey from Lodz to Chicago took Lou through Canada and then on a train ride through Michigan, a sliver of northwestern Indiana, and northern Illinois. It happened to be July 4th, and this young immigrant who knew little of his new home at the time definitely didn’t know what to make of the constant fireworks displays that accompanied his nighttime journey to his new home. To this day, Lou has a fifty-cent piece which represented his total net worth at the end of that train ride, all that he had left of the $5.00 he had been given upon his departure from Poland. Lou and Teresa began a two-year correspondence through which both felt an immediate and special connection. They met, in person, in 1966 when Lou took a 6-week trip back to Poland. Four very short weeks later they were married. Lou returned to the U.S. and Teresa followed him shortly thereafter and they began married life in Chicago. Theresa remembers how wonderful and
welcoming all of Lou’s family were to her, but especially how her mother-in-law embraced her and loved her like the daughter she never had. Neither Lou nor Teresa spoke English upon arrival. But they were determined to learn it quickly. Lou was already a bit of a polyglot, fluent in Polish and Ukrainian and conversant in German. Theresa, who spoke only Polish at the time, had to learn not only English, but also Ukrainian to communicate with Lou’s family who was also learning English. Her primary sources of English instruction were watching Sesame St. (with her children) and a daily diet of soap operas like General Hospital and All My Children. Neither Lou nor Teresa will ever forget their naturalization ceremony in 1972 when they were sworn in as U.S. citizens in a lovely event presided over by a wonderful and welcoming judge. Over the next forty-five years Lou worked as a tool-maker, and Teresa spent twenty-five of those years as a bank teller manager while they raised two sons, (both successful dentists). Lou and Teresa are deeply grateful for the opportunities their adopted country afforded them, their marriage and their family which now includes five grandchildren – their current pride and joy. Lou and Teresa are grateful to this country – a land they consider the last bastion of freedom, a land where they were able to build and enjoy a good life together. Lou and Teresa both have a deep faith which has always sustained them, and both are grateful for the many blessings that sprang from their shared beliefs. And, like so many of us, Lou and Teresa think that living in Corte Bella is living in a paradise, a dream come true. Their shared philosophy is a simple one of optimism, counting their many blessings every night and again each morning. Life should be lived without regrets, with no room for anger. Lou, the quintessential hard-working Midwesterner, attributes his long life and strong marriage to a “couple Makers Mark Manhattans” a day. He may well be onto something there. Teresa, the quintessential Midwestern wife and working mother, just smiles at him with a knowing, loving, and understanding look that transcends language. It works for them.
Your Corte Bella Garden in November Deborah “Ladybug” Lazear
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Prune herbs such as sage, thyme, and rosemary back to new growth. Plant pansies & petunias and silver leaf salvia.
Clean or change water filter in irrigation system. Note: The whole system should be flushed once a year for 3-5 minutes.
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Stop feeding (fertilizing) everything!
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Clean up debris under plants, e.g. under those lantana.
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No hard pruning of trees or shrubs. Apply pre-emergent.
Change water allowance for citrus in pots to “skip 7.”
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A Birthday Party to Remember Jay Finnell Has His 100th Birthday Linda Wright On Saturday, October 10th, long-time Corte Bella resident Jay Finnell was treated to a “drive-by” birthday party of epic proportions to celebrate him becoming a centenarian. There were fifty-three vehicles (cars and golf carts), four motorcycles, three bicycles and a fire truck from the local station in the procession. Jay expressed his deep gratitude for all the wonderful birthday greetings and all his many greeting cards and balloons. He also got a beautiful home-baked cheesecake birthday cake with a signed commendation from the Governor of Arizona. He was so grateful to his neighbors, Tom and Charlotte Dietz, for organizing this wonderful celebration. Jay stated he will remember this birthday parade for the next fifty years. It’s evident that his sense of humor is very sharp along with his mind. Jay revealed that he never thought he’d live to see his 100th birthday – there were times in his life that he didn’t think he’d get one more day. He’s never feared death. Over the years he’s always been one to face realities and learn to cope with whatever came his way. During WWII, he was injured but, thankfully, came through that experience a whole person. To Jay, the most important thing is to appreciate every day as a gift
and to cherish the love of family and friends. Jay lived through the depression years and watched his father, who was a very successful businessman, lose everything. He and his family learned to be self-sufficient but Jay says his mother would always find food to share with the needy. He strongly feels that the values of caring for each other and being willing to help one another should be stressed today more than ever. Jay says he plans to live to be 105 as long as he can have a decent quality of life and be as independent as possible. For his birthday next year (101st) he plans to take his much loved granddaughter to Paris. Plans are a wonderful thing. Jay is a Corte Bella treasure.
Corte Bella’s Annual Christmas Light Display Benefits the Salvation Army Greg Peck has started to pull down and stack boxes of Christmas lights into the “yes they work” pile and the “not checked yet” pile. All in preparation for another year of decorating what has become known as the “Christmas Light Display” benefiting the Salvation Army. They need our help as they enter into a year where kettles will not be readily available due to the virus, all the while the number of people in need is rising. The San Ramon Stringers welcome our Corte Bella neighbors and their generous spirit to join us on Friday, December 4th for a “socially” distanced walk or ride around the circle of homes displaying lights of the season. Thank you Corte Bella for all you have done in the past and your awesome generosity.
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Birds in Paradise (Part Eleven) Jeanne Gowan & Nate Gowan This month, we feature another nearby (and one of Arizona’s best) birding areas, the Glendale Recharge Ponds. Throughout the year, six very large basin ponds attract huge numbers of waterfowl and wading birds including quite a few rarities, making it one of the most exciting hotspots in the state. During the winter months, it attracts a variety of waterfowl and raptors.
Loggerhead Shrike
These ponds belong to Salt River Project (SRP) and were completed in 2007 as part of the New River-Agua Fria River Underground Storage Project, developed through partnerships with local cities to store water from a variety of sources.
Binoculars and/or a spotting scope are recommended to view birds at these large ponds. Birders should be on their best behavior when visiting these ponds, because SRP has been generous enough to let birders use what is essentially their work area. If an SRP employee is there working, always give them the right of way and do not enter or go into the basins. Some common birds that you would see include Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Black-necked Stilts, and White-faced Ibis. Recently, there have been several sightings of Roseate Spoonbills. These large, pink waders with big spatula-like bills seldom stray from the coasts of Texas, Mexico and Florida. Finding them in Arizona was a rare treat. There are also plenty of raptors including
Glendale Recharge Ponds includes left to right: Roseate Spoonbill, Great Blue Heron, Greater Yellowlegs, Snowy Egrets (smaller) and Great Egrets (larger) Bald Eagles, Osprey and Peregrine Falcons. These birds would not be found in Corte Bella, so the 40-minute drive is well worth it. The easiest way to find the ponds is to enter “Glendale Recharge Ponds” on a Maps app, but be sure to approach from the southside on Bethany Home Road, where you can find parking and access to the pathways. Closer to home, we have sighted 74 different bird species in our Corte Bella backyard. The most recent addition was a seldom seen Loggerhead Shrike. Photos by Nate Gowan
Support the Salvation Army Angel Tree Ask Agnes
Please Be Generous... Continue Corte Bella’s Tradition of Giving, Caring and Sharing... Corte Bella residents have shown overwhelming generosity by providing Christmas gifts for the many disadvantaged children in the west valley of Phoenix for many years. The Salvation Army Angel tags are on the special Christmas tree in the Fitness Center from November 14th and it will remain there until December 14th. These tags have a child’s name, age and a wish-list of gifts provided by that child or their parent. Donated gifts should be put under the Christmas tree, unwrapped, with the original Angel tag attached by the end of the day on December 12th. The Salvation Army will take care of wrapping and delivering the donated gifts to each child’s family.
Your generosity is most appreciated by the Salvation Army and by the underprivileged children you are so kindly supporting. Last year, Corte Bella donated more bicycles and wonderful items like sports equipment, clothing and educational items (books and art supplies). The Sun Cities Salvation Army West Valley Corps was so very grateful to all of you. While you help out during the Holiday Season, please be aware that the Salvation Army continues to aid the needy members of our community throughout the year. The Salvation Army will pick up household items you might like to donate and will accept donated items at their facility in Surprise. The Salvation Army is always looking for volunteers. The Sun Cities Salvation Army West Valley Corps is located at 17420 Avenue of the Arts in Surprise (just off Bell Road on the Avenue of the Arts) and their phone contact number is 623-977-1084.
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Corte Bella Pickleball Spotlight Mary Blome Meet Fred Greenberg, Pickle Ball Board President: My wife, Cindy and I were among the very first residents in Corte Bella, purchasing our first home sixteen years ago. We’re now in our third home, a San Marco, having downsized with each new home. We first heard about pickleball about three years ago and thought it was a new sandwich offered by Subway. In January 2018, we were able to attend a beginner’s clinic and immediately fell in love with the sport. We joined the Corte Bella Pickleball Club that Sunday. We’ve enjoyed playing so much that we both retired from playing senior softball that winter. Pickleball is such a fantastic sport; it’s fun, social and great exercise. Although our community has been greatly affected by the Covid-19 restrictions, we had a great summer (it’s not as hot at 6:00 AM) and look forward to an incredible fall/winter season on the courts as the snowbirds return to Arizona.
Pickle Ball Club News:
There was a wonderful turn out for the first Beginner Clinic held on October 25th. A schedule will be published soon for the monthly clinics.
Your Pickle Ball Board from left to right: Michael Cranston - Secretary, Lee Miller - Member-at-large, Mary Blome - Member-at-large, Carolyn Packan - Treasurer, Gail Levy - Member-at-large, Fred Greenberg - President, Steve Shanklin - Vice-President.
Corte Bella Golf Club News Tyson Siegler Corte Bella residents, hello from everyone at the Corte Bella golf club. My name is Tyson Siegler (left) and I’m the new club Membership Director. I’ve been the 1st Assistant Golf Professional here for the past seven years and am excited to take on this new role. I intend to make the membership experience at the golf club unique and fulfilling, in the tradition of the Corte Bella community. The golf club management would also like to introduce Daniell Stelter as our new food and beverage manager. Daniell has extensive experience and we look forward to him taking the Club Grill to the next level. All of us here at the golf club anticipate another wonderful winter golf and social season, even if it might be “distant”. We hope to see everyone happy and healthy around the community.
Presenting the 2020 Christmas SOuL Swag
Decorating our Community Together One Mailbox at a Time!
A fundraising effort from Smiling Out Loud (SOuL), Corte Bella’s Ladies Charity Support Group Cost $25.00 per swag Bonus! A SOul Member will install on your mailbox during the week after Thanksgiving (between 11/30 and 12/6). Note: There are other samples with different ribbon colors to choose from in addition to the swag pictured. To order please contact: EILEEN GOW
623-398-4077
egow@hsmove.com SOuL hopes to spread “Christmas Cheer” along the beautiful streets of Corte Bella. Join SOuL to promote hope and the joy of the season. All proceeds go to supporting local charities and organizations!
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Corte Bella Tennis Touches Her Life for the Better Donna Norton Kathy Schwar has been on the road for years as a sales representative for transportation services throughout the Midwest, but when the virus struck the travel stopped. She read an article in the CB Times and decided to hook back up to a game she has loved for years.
At the age of 10, Kathy and her mom moved into an apartment complex with a tennis court that provided a backboard for practice. A neighbor provided her with an old racket and some tennis balls. She quickly found people to hit with and began learning the game in earnest. She picked up jobs as a babysitter, saving enough money to purchase her first racket. Discovering while reading the paper that her community was having a local tournament near their home, she hopped on her bicycle and headed out to join the competition. She entered several of the town’s challenges returning home with trophies in hand. Her mother was encouraging and proud of her accomplishments. She has returned to the game she loves now that she is home, playing on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings, with a desire to play more days in the future. Her comment, “It is like riding a bike, you never really lose your ability to hit the ball. It just takes some time to find the groove again. I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting new friends on the court!� We welcome Kathy and her husband Bill to the Corte Bella Tennis community.
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SOCIAL CLUB CLUB & INTEREST GROUPS
Activities
Day of Week
Social Rooms
Time
Place
Contact Person
Bid Whist
2nd Fri.
7–10 PM
Social Hall
Kaye France
CB Quilters
2nd Friday
Varies
Bacara Room
Lana Henn Barbara Thomason
Contact Info 623-934-5051
lana@uwdawgs.com thomasonb@hotmail.com
CB Steppers Line Dance
1st & 3rd Thurs.
6–7:30 PM
Social Hall
Lynn Funk / Nancy Kronlund
623-670-0733 / 320-444-1642
CB Watercolor Enthusiasts
Varies
Varies
Social Hall
Deborah Lazear
deborahdlazear@gmail.com
Corte Bella Baggers
Thursday
4:00 PM (Summer 5:00 PM)
Anacapa Patio (Summer Social Hall)
Bill Mooney/Ruth Mooney
Bill / 816-244-2517 wmooney1945@gmail.com Ruth / 816-244-2914 rehmooney50@gmail.com
Corte Bella Chorus
Mon.
7 PM
Social Hall
Hilda Furkert
623-266-2733
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.
Duplicate Bridge
Every Tue.
9:00–10:30 AM
12:30–4:30 PM
Anacapa
Social Hall
Dan Kurtenbach
The Jacobs
Friends of Italy
Varies
Varies
Social Hall
Keith Fowler
Hand & Foot Canasta
2nd & 4th Mon.
6–8:45 PM
Social Hall
Charlotte Spellman / Jill Grant
Wednesday
5:30 PM
Ladies Hi Tea
LGBTQ Group of Corte Bella
Mah Jongg
Men’s Christian Group
Open Bridge
Poker Club
Ryan’s Case for Smiles
Mon./Thu.
Tue.
Every Thu.
1st Wed. each month
2nd Wed
Smiling Out Loud (SOuL)
3rd Thu.
West Valley Photo Club
4th Tues
Ya Ya Sisterhood Canasta
Mon. & Fri.
Usually Meets in Members’ Homes Bunco
Bunco Afternooners
1st Tue.
2nd Mon.
Canadians CB Book Lovers Club
CB Open Jam Group
Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting
Christian Neighborhood Group
Christian Neighborhood Group
Corte Bella Car Club
2nd Tuesday
Varies
Varies
Thursday Group
Tuesday Group
Varies
Hawaiian Music Club
Varies
The Kelly Players
Varies
Iowa Group
Pinochle: Single Deck
10 AM–3 PM
9–10 AM
1–4 PM
5–9 PM
1–4:30 PM
10:30 – 12:30 PM
5:30–6:30 Social 6:30–8:30 Meeting
12–4 PM 7-10 PM
Social Hall
Anacapa
Social Hall
Laguna Room
Social Hall
Social Hall
Social Hall
Janet Silver
Nancy Stevens
Jo Ann Moberly
Jim Dowen
Ann Webb
Todd Gerber
JoAnn Shaw
FOI_keith@msn.com
623-3884069 barrspell@cox.net 602-3095627 jillg4546@yahoo.com
623-337-4139
blanchmd@aol.com
623-328-9583
623-556-8137
623-594-4592
(602) 639-8839 toddgerber3@gmail.com
623-466-6223
Social Hall
Carla Smith
SOuL4u@yahoo.com
Social Hall
Joseph Berke
jberke@cox.net
Social Hall
Barb Morin
BMorin2@cox.net
Homes
Harriet Kessler
623-388-3731
1-3:30 PM
Homes
Cathy Emerson
623-518-3833
Call for Times
Various
The Mandells
623-374-3592
3:30 – 5:00 PM
Homes
7–9 PM
Homes
6:30 PM
Homes
Varies
6:30 PM
Varies
Homes
Homes
Donna Norton
Greg Peck
Robin Mandell
Jerry Lord
Jerry and Gayle Moore
Howard Evans
donnaenorton@gmail.com
602-657-3950
623-374-3592
351-225-3387 / jalord1941@gmail.com
623-322-8190
howard.evans@cox.net
Varies
Homes
Susan Hoe
susan.hoe@cox.net
Varies
Homes
Catherine Kelly
crkjek@aol.com
Call for Times
Bob & Pam DeWaay
515-991-9166
6:00 PM
Homes
Darlene Schilf
darcats@gmail.com
Shalom Club
Call for Times
Homes
Judi Bourd
623-433-9449
Singles
Call for Times
Homes
Pat Kovecses Edina Geurink
623-337-3743 / pageko66@gmail.com 440-725-7277 / degeurink@cox.net
2nd Mon.
5:00 PM
Homes
Evie Hansen / Merrill Ewert
evie.hanson@gmail.com Merrill.Ewert@gmail.com
Team Couples
1st Friday
4:30 – 6:30 PM
Courts
Sandy Johnson
623-251-3829
Couples
4th Friday
5 – 7 PM
Courts
Shirley Williams
309-781-9848
World of Friends
3rd Sat
Call for Times
theresadan69@cox.net
623-217-2803
Sports Bocce Ball
Couples Couples
El Camino El Sueno
Las Palmas
Men’s Open San Ramon Golf Tennis
1st & 3rd Wed. 2nd & 4th Tue. 1st & 3rd Tue. Every Wed. 2nd Sun.
Every Mon.
Ready Golf Girls (RGG)
Thursday
4:30 – 6:30 PM 4 – 5:30 PM 6 – 8 PM 6 – 8 PM 5 – 7 PM 4 – 6 PM
5:30 – 8:30 PM
Courts Courts Courts Courts Courts Courts Courts
Bob Nasser
John / Barbara Wilson Dan Louden
Darrell Emerson David Keppy
Robert Broda
Carol Dobkins
Oct to Apr 9:00 AM; May to Sept 8:00 AM
Golf Club
Deanne Greco
Meet at Various Courses
Pat Cooper
TBA
623-256-6661 623-688-8338 623-328-9341 623-518-3833 623-455-8310 847-381-6165 623-266-9395 deanne@grfamily.net 303-718-9122 / patcooperheb@msn.com
Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0
Every Tue.
8 – 10 AM
Courts
Ann Paulson
623-433-9973
Men’s 3.5
Thu. & Sat.
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Courts
Colleen Miller
503-869-4570
Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0
Open
Hiking/Cycling
1st Sat.
Lady Putters
Men’s 4.0
Pickleball
3rd Friday
Open Play
Member Play
Adventure Club
Every Sat.
Every Thu.
Every Wed.
Mon., Wed., Fri.
Mon.-Sat.
Varies
9 – 11 AM 10:30 AM 7:00 PM
7:00 – 10:00 AM
7:00 – 10:00 AM
Varies
Courts Courts Courts Courts
Courts
Varies
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Robin Culley
Don Schneider Jack Shifman Ken Egide
Mary Blome
Steve Downing
623-444-5448 623-399-9640 623-518-4909 623-266-3820
602-690-9940
937-684-1733
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