WILL RETURN Corte Bella Traditions Annual Fall Festival Wine and Dine Dinner Vets Gala Dinner Dance Halloween Happy Hour Sunday Cabaret and Much More Sunday and
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On the Cover:
Traditional Corte Bella events in October are featured on this cover with photos on page 8 to remind us of good times in the past and a look forward to more of these in the future!
To submit possible articles or photos for inclusion in future issues of the CB Times and to make changes to the interest group listings, please email the editor at trgibe@aol.com.
Manager’s
Board Talk
From the Editor’s Desk
Corte Bella
Upcoming HOA Events
October 2022 Calendar
Did You Know?
Be In the Know
Corte Bella Vets Happenings
Corte Bella Resident Receives “Never Give Up” Award
Corte Bella Cellar Dwellers News
Live Healthier and Lose Weight Without Diets
Your Corte Bella Garden in October
20 SOuL’s Holiday Crafts
SOuL Loses a Sister; Heaven Gains an Angel
Barb Shirley’s New Career
Beaujolais: Red or White?
CB Winetasting Group
What Happened in Corte Bella
HEALTH
Corte Bella Pickleball Club News
Corte Bella Golf Club News & Notes
Corte Bella Tennis Club News
Club & Interest Groups
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ASSOCIATION COMMUNITY INFORMATIONWhat’s Inside October 2022 COMMUNITY
& FITNESS COMMITTEES SOCIAL CLUB 4 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella CONTENTS 24 16 21
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Please check the Corte Bella website for updated information on operating hours for Corte Bella amenities.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kathy Carmickle – President
Liaison to the Buildings and Grounds Committee, Fitness/Spa Advisory Group
K.CarmickleCBCC@gmail.com
Anthony (Tony) Cash – Director
Liaison to Long Term Planning Committee
T.CashCBCC@gmail.com
Bonnie L.Gentry – Treasurer Liaison to Finance Committee
Liaison to Golf Course B.GentryCBCC@gmail.com
Evelyn (Evie) Hansen – Director
Liaison to Government Affairs Committee
E.HansenCBCC@gmail.com
Ron Phillips – Director R.PhillipsCBCC@gmail.com
Douglas Towns – Assistant Treasurer
Liaison to the Architectural Review Committee
Vice President, Liaison to Anacapa Advisory Group Liaison to the Technology Committee D.TownsCBCC@gmail.com
Duane Yantorno – Secretary Liaison to Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee D.YantornoCBCC@gmail.com
Community Resources
Community Resources
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.
Anacapa Restaurant, 623-455-9045
Closed Sunday evening and Monday.
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday Breakfast Buffet 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
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
Corte Bella Golf Club, 623-556-8951
Hours: Monday-Sunday 6:30 AM-5:00 PM
Keith Kalny, General Manager kkalny@cortebellagolfclub.com
Tyson Siegler, Membership Director tsiegler@cortebellagolfclub.com
Corte Bella Website
Community Website: www.cortebella.net
Residents &
Corte Bella Administration
Association Office
North Mission Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM 623-328-5068 Ext. 221
Leann Blue, HOA General Manager 623-328-5068 Leann.Blue@fsresidential.com
Heather Chavez,
623-328-5068 ext. 222 HChavez@cortebellacca.com
Richard Lopez, Facilities Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 223 rlopez@cortebellacca.com
Jodell Dodge, Spa &
Manager 623-328-5068 ext. 225 JDodge@cortebellacca.com
Anacapa Food and
Torres, Executive Chef 623-328-5068 ext. 232
Lawrence, Lifestyle Manager 623-328-5068 ext.
Fax: 623-328-5319
Sobocinski, HOA Receptionist 623-328-5068
Amato,
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Photo by Michael Biggs
Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.net 24-HOUR EMERGENCY (480) 551-4300
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General Manager’s Corner
Budget season is upon us, and I have been working diligently on getting a draft budget sent to the Finance committee. The final draft will be presented in November.
The Anacapa remodel is moving along and I provide weekly updates in my weekly report as well as on the website.
The new company is AAA Landscape Maintenance. AAA is a family-owned business and has been in business for over 40 years. They have a great reputation and references. I can’t wait for them to start in January.
• We still have residents who ride their bicycles on the sidewalk. This is so dangerous, and someone is going to get hurt. Please walk your bike while on the sidewalk.
• Due to the technical mishaps at the July meeting, all agenda items were placed on the August agenda. Most items were tabled except for the following:
If you have any questions regarding the remodel, please refer to those two reports.
As most of you have heard, we lost a valuable Corte Bella and FirstService employee recently. Tito Rosado was more than an employee; he was a friend to many of the residents and employees. If you want to send your condolences to his family, you can drop off your card with Leann or Jodell, and we will be happy to address it to mail it out.
I want to provide you with some reminders and updates on what in happening within your community:
• All dogs must be always leashed while out in the community. This includes during yappy hour.
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The Corte Bella Country Club Board of Directors has approved a new landscape contractor for the 2023 year.
1. 2021 Audit was approved
2. Minutes from the July Special meeting were approved
3. Combi oven for the Anacapa Kitchen was approved
• Please remember to complete your HOPA form and return it to the HOA office or email it to leann.blue@fsresidetial. com or to hoareceptionist@cortebellacca.com. If you do not have a form, please contact us at the email addresses above.
• Due to all the rain, there have been unusual amounts of weeds/spurge weeds and suckers under Olive trees and overall overgrowth of plantings within homeowner lots. Please make sure you are maintaining your lots per the community rules and guidelines.
Have a wonderful October and please be kind to one another.
Corte Bella Fall Traditions Will Return... These Memories of 2021 Remind Us of What Will Come Again Soon.
Leann Blue, CBCCA General Manager
Wine and Dine Dinner
Annual
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Vets Gala Diner Dance
Halloween Happy
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Board Talk
If it’s October, it is time to start welcoming our seasonal residents back from their summer homes to our beautiful community! While the weather and the surrounding areas are as you would expect this time of year, Corte Bella is in a transitional phase. And this fall/winter season will be unlike any we have experienced in some time.
Kathy Carmickle, HOA Board President
First, we will not have the use of The Anacapa for the Holiday Buffets. The renovation began in July and our General Contractor continues to coordinate the renovation through the use of SubContractors. Not everything has gone exactly according to plan. Our contractor discovered black mold in a few locations which required remediation before construction could continue. The delay is unfortunate, but from a health perspective, the discovery and remediation are a positive. Be aware the sub-contractors are being paid by our General Contractor so they don’t get paid if they are not actively working. The Board is working hard to mitigate any delays and we have commitment from our contractor to “stack” some of the subs, to move the project along.
You may have heard we lost a few of the long-term employees assigned to Corte Bella through our management company, First Service Residential. The reasons are varied, some left due to the renovation of the Anacapa, one left voluntarily, and we recently lost a long-term employee assigned to maintenance who passed away. We lost our lead Accounting person who had
been assigned to our account for years when she left to pursue a position in the ministry. FSR has assigned a new accounting professional to our account and there is also a new controller. We are working through the changes and ask for your patience as we do.
We’ve had Gothic Landscaping since at least 2017. The complaints about the quality of the landscaping have escalated to a deafening level over the last several months! Our Building and Grounds Committee put together a comprehensive RFP and the BOD voted to accept the proposal submitted from AAA Landscaping with the contract taking effect on January 1st, 2023
Finally, an RFP created by the Finance Committee was recently mailed to 6 companies who were pre-qualified and expressed an interest in bidding on the management contract for Corte Bella. First Service is included in the six. One of the prospects is an organization who manages restaurants but, works closely with another company who handles the HOA management. The bids are due back mid-October, will be evaluated and then presented to the BOD to make a decision regarding the management contract. The current contract with FSR is structured to renew automatically for 12 month increments. It requires a 60 day written notice to cancel.
It has been a busy summer here and the activity is sure to continue in the coming months. If you’re just returning to Corte Bella from your summer place, welcome back! I hear some of the Happy Hour regulars have moved temporarily to the Golf Club and the Golf Club extended their hours of service to help us out. Please stop by and say Hi!
From the Editor’s Desk
October is normally the month that begins our community’s social activities in earnest. Many of our traditional events such as the Fall Festival will not be held this year while the renovation of the Anacapa is underway.
In this month, the Wine and Dine Around the World events would be starting up, Sunday Cabarets would happen, and the Anacapa would host both an Octoberfest dinner and a Halloween costume Happy Hour.
Linda Wright, Editor CB Times
The front cover and page 8 of this issue has some photographic memories of a number of those activities. This was included to assure you that those traditions will return.
In the meantime this month, while we wait for this important amenity to reopen, you can donate blood, enjoy a trip to the Mexican border, shop at the monthly marketplace, enjoy a Jimmy Buffet Tribute Concert, and start your Christmas shopping early at the Fall Marketplace & Farmer’s Market.
October’s weather reminds us of why we live in Arizona. Enjoy those fabulous sunsets. Get out and take a hike, go for a swim or walk the circle. Life is better outside and don’t we know it after our long, hot summer.
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Corte Bella Events
HOA Sponsored Events:
“First Friday - Coffee with Pam”
Dates: (1st Friday of every month)
Friday, October 7
Upcoming First Friday Chats: Friday, November 4, Friday, December 2
Bacara Room
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. Have a coffee, a pastry, and meet interesting people.
Food Truck (Mondays & Wednesdays)
Dates: Mondays: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Wednesdays: October 5, 12, 19, 26
Anacapa Parking Lot
Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Partake of street food concepts to include Asian fusion, Cajun and Creole, Korean, Mediterranean, Mexican, Southern Soul food, Thai, and pizza. An eblast before the date will tell residents what the truck will be. Most allow pre-order of menu items. Credit cards are accepted.
Corte Bella Blood Donation Drive with Vitalant Blood Services
Date: Thursday, October 6
Anacapa Parking Lot
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Cost: FREE EVENT
Donate blood so others may live. Register and make an appointment before the blood collection drive. Call 877-258-4825 (vitalant.org) for any eligibility questions. Contact Pam Lawrence at 623-328-5068 ext. 224 or visit www.donors. vitalant.org (sponsor code: CorteBella). All donors must bring and wear a face mask.
Monthly Market Place – 1st of Season
Date: Wednesday, October 12
Santa Barbara Room, Patios
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Cost: FREE EVENT
Here it is – the first of the season for our market. Come check it out and support small businesses. There will be a variety of vendors and a great selection of products to choose from. Come and check it out! Next Monthly Market Place dates are Wednesday, November 9.and Wednesday, December 14.
TAD Presents “Adventures in Paradise”
A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet
Date: Sunday, October 16
Outdoors on Anacapa Patios
Time: 7:00 PM (seating open at 6:30 PM)
Cost: $27 per person
Come get into that Margaritaville “state of mind” with this special concert which brings to life Buffet’s love of beaches, bars, boats and ballads. If you’ve ever been or still are a “Parrot Head”, this is the concert for you. Tickets on sale via Purple Pass (cortebellaconcerts.com) on Sunday, September 4; no refunds. No bar service at this concert. Complimentary water.
Trip to Los Algodones, Mexico
Date: Tuesday, October 18
Day trip to the Mexican border town
Time: 6:00 AM departure; 6:00 PM return to Corte Bella
Cost: $52 per person (bus and snacks)
Come ride the bus to the border. Explore this town and enjoy shopping, authentic Mexican food, and more. This trip requires a valid passport. Wear walking shoes. Tickets on sale at Clubhouse Online or in the Fitness Center; no refunds.
Corte Bella Fall Market Place & Farmers’ Market
Date: Saturday, October 29
Santa Barbara Room, Anacapa Patios
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Cost: FREE EVENT
This will be a wonderful chance to get a head-start on your holiday shopping. You’ll be supporting local businesses too. There will be a wide variety of merchandise available for you to check out. This annual event brings lots of different vendors to our community. Plan to attend in a costume since it will be almost Halloween. Join in the fun!
Jason Love Comedy Night
Date: Friday, November 18
Santa Barbara Room
Time: 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Cost: $24 per person
There will be laughter in the social hall as as Carlos Oscar and Don McMillan from LA’s comedy scene travel to Corte Bella to entertain you with clean comedy. This shows never disappoint and we all can use some chuckles these days. Ticket on sale via Clubhouse Online or in the Fitness Center; no refunds. No bar service at this concert. Complimentary water.
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Verde Canyon Train Ride
Date: Saturday, November 19
Bus Trip to Verde Canyon
Time: Bus departs at 9:45 AM; returns at 6:00 PM
Cost: $140 per person (includes transportation and train ride, 1st class coach)
Take the historic train ride from Clarksdale to Perkinsville and back, a four-hour journey through 100 years of history. Ride the train in 1st class coach with a complimentary glass of champagne and appetizers. Cash bar on the coach. Bring your camera and a jacket (it’s cool up there!) See Arizona’s “other Grand Canyon” from the train. Tickets on sale via Clubhouse Online or at the Fitness Center; no refunds.
TAD’s “So This is Christmas Concert”
Date: Sunday, December 11
Santa Barbara Room
Cost: $27 per person
Time: 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Each year at Christmas, TAD Productions brings a wonderful holiday musical program to Corte Bella. Without fail this concert will put you in the holiday spirit for sure. More information regarding the program’s headliners is forthcoming and will be published in the November CB Times and via community elbast.
Tickets on sale via Purple Pass (cortebellaconcerts.com) on Sunday, October 28; no refunds. No bar service at this concert. Complimentary water.
Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade
Date: Wednesday, December 14
Begins in the Anacapa Parking Lot;
Around the circle (plus the San Ramon Christmas Street)
Time: 5:30 PM line up – parade starts at 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree
Date: Friday, November 4 to Wednesday, December 16 Fitness Center Christmas Tree
The Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree will be ready on November 4th 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 16th 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.
Christmas in the Garden
Noches de Las Luminarias
Phoenix Desert Botanical Gardens
Date: Friday, December 9
Cost: $56 per person (bus transportation, admission to the gardens)
Time: 4:30 PM departure; 9:30 PM return
The Desert Botanical Garden will shine bright under 8,000 Luminarias that will light up the night and the Garden’s 50,000 desert plants. There will be live musical entertainment and special food offerings to enjoy during your stroll through the garden’s paths. Tickets on sale via Clubhouse Online on Friday, October 21 or in the Fitness Center on Sunday, October 23; no refunds.
Decorate your golf cart for the season and join in the fun for a real Christmas holiday parade in Corte Bella! Use your imagination to create something special to share with your community. Parade route will encompass the “circle” and through the San Ramon Christmas streets. There will be a prize and bragging rights for the best decorated golf cart. Participants in the parade should register with Lifestyle Manager, Pam Lawrence, at plawrence@cortebellacca.com.
Upcoming Charity Events:
CB Vets Charity 2nd Annual Dinner
Dance Charity Gala
Date: Friday, November 11
Briarwood Country Club
Time: 5:00 PM
See the CB Vets website for additional information regarding this fund-raising event. There will be a three-course dinner and 50/50 raffle plus a wine pull.
SOuL Christmas Bake Sale & Boutique
Plus the SOuL Cafe
“In Loving Memory of Arleen Kann”
Date: Saturday, December 17
Santa Barbara Room and Anacapa patio
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 Noon
Free Event
The wonderful ladies of Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) will be offering wonderful home-baked holiday treats for you to purchase along with many vendors offering their creative selections. This promises to be a Christmas shopping paradise. Mark your calendar and plan to get there early! All proceeds go to support SOuL’s charity assistance activities.
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Event of Interest to the Community
Peoria North Rotary Club Fashion Show and Luncheon (Charity fund raising event)
Date: Thursday, October 27
Palm Brook Golf Club 9350 W. Greenway Rd, Sun City
Cost: $50 per person
Time: 11:00 AM (shopping from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM)
Fashions by Calli Rose. Corte Bella residents Paula Penkauskas and Berni Carney will be two of the models. Contact Paula at ppenkauskas@yahoo.com for reservations.
Upcoming HOA Events
Nov 2 Food Truck Monday
Nov 4 First Friday with Pam
Nov 9 Monthly Market Place
Nov 9 Food Truck Wednesday
Nov 14 Food Truck Monday
Nov 16 Food Truck Wednesday
Nov 18 Jason Love Comedy Show
Nov 18 Friends of Italy Welcome Back Event
Nov 19 Verde Canyon Train Ride Trip
Nov 21 Food Truck Monday
Nov 23 Food Truck Wednesday
Nov 28 Food Truck Monday
Nov 30 Food Truck Wednesday
Dec 2 First Friday with Pam
Dec 5 Food Truck Monday
Dec 7 Food Truck Wednesday
Dec 9 Desert Botanical Gardens Christmas Lights Trip
Dec 11 TAD Concert “So This is Christmas”
Dec 12 Food Truck Monday
Dec 14 Monthly Market Place
Dec 14 Food Truck Wednesday
Dec 14 Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade
Dec 19 Food Truck Monday
Dec 21 Food Truck Wednesday
Dec 26 Food Truck Monday
Dec 28 Food Truck Wednesday
Upcoming Community Charity Events:
Nov 11 CB Vets Gala Charity Dinner & Dance
Dec 17 SOUL Annual Christmas Bake Sale and Boutique
Upcoming HOA Board of Directors Meetings
Oct 21 HOA Board of Directors Workshop
Oct 26 HOA Board of Directors Open Meeting
Nov 3 Budget Presentation to the Members (6:00PM)
Nov 11 HOA Board of Directors Workshop
Nov 16 HOA Board of Directors Open Meeting
Dec 16 HOA Board of Directors Workshop
Dec 21 HOA Board of Directors Open Meeting
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Did You Know?
The Holidays are upon us! We can’t wait to see your beautiful Fall wreaths and other decorations!
8.3 Holiday decorations
• Fall decorations may be displayed from October 1 to November 30.
• Winter holiday decorations may be displayed from November 15 to January 31.
• All other holiday decorations may be displayed no more than 15 days prior to the holiday and be removed within 15 days after the holiday.
Be careful with string lights!
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3. On rear patios low voltage lights may be installed under the patio cover only if the bulbs are downlights and no portion of the bulbs, string/wires, sockets, and fixtures may be visible to neighboring lots or street. Lights must be turned off when not in use.
Be In The Know.
Neighborhood Awareness and Safety Committee Members
Ruth Mooney and Carolyn Pakan
The Arizona Fire and Medical Authority has several ways to help protect you and your family:
Residential Emergency Lockbox –
A heavy metal box which is installed on an individual’s home and contains a key (or keys) to the house. The box is locked by a special key to which only the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority has access. If there is an emergency in the home, the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority will use its special key to open the lockbox and use the key to gain entry to the home. This can save precious life-saving time and save property because the firefighters will break down the front door to enter your home if someone is unable to answer the door. In that case, you would be responsible for the costs to replace the door, frame, and wall damage. The one-time fee for a lockbox is $50.00 and will be installed by the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority volunteers.
Ambulance Membership Program –
Even when you are doing everything right, you can’t always avoid accidents and emergencies. However, you can plan for them.
An ambulance membership shields you from the out-of-pocket costs your insurance company does not cover. For an annual fee of $75.00 per household, a membership provides you and your family with piece of mind when medical emergencies happen.
It’s a wonderful time to open your security door to let in the fresh air!
• If you are installing a new security door, please choose a style that is within our Santa Barbara style. The Aztec and Desert designs are nice, but here in Corte Bella stay away from designs with kokopellis, coyotes, cacti, etc.
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1. 1.Color must be brown, beige, black, bronze, or match body color of house.
2. 2. Simple decorative design must be within the architectural design of Corte Bella.
Remember it is not always better to ask for forgiveness rather than ask for permission!
• Submit all of your exterior changes before you make the change. ARC does not grant variances because you’ve already done it. Please avoid having to tear down what you’ve done because it doesn’t comply with the Guidelines.
If trouble strikes, there is no need to worry about an ambulance bill. Your insurance will be billed for the transport services, but your ambulance membership will cover your out-of-pocket portion of the ambulance service costs.
Membership Benefits:
• Coverage includes each member of your household listed on the application.
• Coverage includes any 911-initiated ambulance transport by the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority. The incident must occur within the boundaries of the Authority’s ambulance service area.
• Coverage includes most physician authorized facilityto-facility transportation or non-emergency ambulance transports by the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority.
Check with your insurance carrier to see what coverages you have.
The Arizona Fire and Medical Authority Administrative Office is located at 18818 North Spanish Garden Drive, Sun City West. For additional information on these programs, visit or call (623) 544-5400 Monday thru Thursday between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Architectural Review Committee
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Corte Bella Vets Happenings
The CB Vets 2nd Annual Dinner & Dance Charity Gala will be held at the Briarwood Country Club on Friday, November 11th. The Gala will begin at 5:00 PM (doors open for check-in) with two no-host bars (credit card payment only). The program will start at 5:45 PM, and dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. Tickets to this Corte Bella Vet’s event may only be purchased from a Corte Bella Vets member/volunteer beginning October 1st in front of the Corte Bella Fitness Center. Tickets will be $75 (a portion of the ticket price will be tax deductible as a charitable donation), payable with checks or cash only. Your ticket includes a three-course plated dinner (rolls & butter, chef salad, main entree, potatoes, vegetables, desert, coffee, tea, water service, and a champagne toast). Dancing will follow with music being provided by our very own DJ Keith Fowler. In addition, we will be selling 50/50 tickets and wine-pull tickets for $25 each. (NOTE: Wine Pull Tickets will only be sold at the Gala – check or cash sales only.) For additional information, contact Bev Brown at (623) 544-7177 or babrown122@msn.com.
The Corte Bella Vets want to thank everyone who came out on Patriot Day to commemorate the 21st Anniversary of the 2,977 victims who lost their lives in the September 11th attacks on our great nation.
Save the Date! Corte Bella Vets 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament will be held at the Corte Bella Country Club Golf Course on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Mike Broderick is the Golf Tournament Chairperson. Committees and sub-committees are being formed with plans underway for the tournament. Further information will be forthcoming on our website www. cortebellavets.org, in CB Times Articles, and through association e-mails.
Our next CB Vets Social is scheduled for Thursday, October 6, at 3:30 PM, at the Corte Bella Golf Club.
Corte Bella Resident Receives
“Never Give Up” Award
The Mayor of El Mirage, Alexis Hermosillo, recently presented Dr. Stacey Mcennan of Corte Bella with a “Never Give Up” award at a city council meeting. The awards were presented for the first time to four individuals. Dr. Mcennan received this recognition for her work with the Dysart Community Center and The Alexandria Academy’s program that allows individuals to receive a high school graduation diploma. Over the past six years, approximately 50 “students” ranging in age from 69 to 18 have been presented with a high school diploma through this program. Dr. Mcennan and her volunteer teaching “staff” work tirelessly to help others reach this educational achievement. Note: Stacey encourages any Corte Bella resident that might be interested in teaching a subject or sharing a passion, interesting hobby, or a skill with these motivated students to contact her at smcennan@gmail. com. Russ Harris from Corte Bella is a volunteer teacher in the program.
Dr. Mcennan has resided in Corte Bella for five years after relocating from California. She is an educational specialist and mentor. Her hobbies are reading, academic research, water aerobics, and piano (she takes weekly lessons). She is active in Ukrainian Refugee Relief efforts with a focus on support to an
Dr. Mcennan and her El Mirage city council award.
unaccompanied children’s shelter.
Congratulations to you on receiving this award, Dr. Mcennan. Thank you for your service to others. You’re a wonderful example to all.
Karen Starkman
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Corte Bella Cellar Dwellers News
Troy Pladson
We are proud to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the Corte Bella Cellar Dwellers wine club. It is a fun and social group that enjoys meeting Corte Bella neighbors and learning about wines from around the world.
Hosts select the date, time, theme, and number of guests as well the venue and provide light appetizers.
Our season runs from October to May, and our last event was hosted by Eileen and Eric Gow with a very fun baseball theme. The next event will be in October and will continue with monthly events until May.
If you are interested in joining the Cellar Dwellers Wine Club, please contact Troy Pladson at troypladson@gmail.com or (206) 841-3039.
Live Healthier and Lose Weight Without Diets
Marty Carrara, Fitness and Spa Advisory Group Member
The diet industry in the U.S. is estimated to exceed $72 Billion annually. We are familiar with many popular diet programs on the market, and you may have tried one of these. Most diets work in the short term because they have something in common: they restrict what we eat. We lose weight initially because we consume less calories. People typically lose 5 to 10% of their starting weight in the first six months on a diet, but up to 2/3rds regain more weight than they lost because they go off the diet and resume eating like they did before. Diets seldom work long term. The best approach to sustained weight loss and improved health is to establish enduring, healthy eating habits.
Here are some tips:
• Energy Balance. The foods we eat contain potential energy that our bodies convert into energy for activity and basic function. This energy in food is measured in calories. If we take in more calories than we use, we gain weight. And if we use more calories than we take in, we lose weight.
• Balanced macronutrients. The three macronutrients are protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Each of these plays a critical role in the metabolic processes of our bodies. A good rule of thumb is to try to get 40% of your calories from protein, 35% from carbohydrates, and 25% from fats (but this can vary depending upon your current health and goals). Try to eat mostly complex carbs from whole foods such as raw vegetables, fruits, and whole grains; a mix of various types of fats; and protein from chicken, fish, and some eggs and beef.
• Eat natural foods and avoid processed foods. Food processing reduces the nutrient content and digestibility of food and increases the calories. Try to avoid highly processed foods and eat more natural foods.
• Portion control. Many of us take in too many calories because our food portions are too large. Calorie counting can be difficult, so a good alternative is to use your hand as a portion guide. Your protein portion should be about the size of the palm of your hand, your cupped hand should determine your carb portions, and the size of your thumb determines your fat portion.
• Eat foods you love. Many diets fail because they force us to give up foods we love. Enjoy your food and use the tips above as a guide to controlling what and how much you eat. It is okay to have a weekly cheat meal; just don’t let it turn into a cheat weekend.
• A healthy weight loss goal is 1-2 pounds per week. Check with your doctor for guidance on what type of nutrition is right for you considering your individual health needs. A certified personal trainer or a nutritionist can help determine daily caloric needs and help design a nutrition plan with consideration of your current condition, goals, and health.
The Fitness Center and Spa Advisory Group requests that residents provide comments, suggestions, and concerns regarding the Fitness Center or Spa to our email fcandsgroup@gmail.com.
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Your Corte Bella Garden in October
Deborah “Ladybug” Lazear
• Stop feeding roses.
• Check for pests (e.g. white fly) on perennials such as lantana. Spray with soapy water twice a week to eliminate.
• Check Palo Verde for bilge bug (look for webs at branch tips. Bayer Systemic Advanced, applied once a year, will provide annual protection.
• Treat agave for bilge bug with “High Yield” granule grub control.
• Plant new plants now before frost –last chance till spring!
• Adjust water timer if necessary.
• Consider deep drip stakes for trees.
For the Backyard (or community garden) “Farmer”
• Set out gallon size artichokes for Spring harvest.
• Plant parsley.
• Check ag.arizona.edu/pubs/garden/ az1005.pdr for veggie grow guide.
• Plant garlic cloves pointed side up, 1-4” deep, 4-6” apart.
• Improve veggie soil.
• Sow seeds for root crops (beets, carrots, onions, radishes, turnips).
• Sow seeds for chard, collard, lettuce, and spinach.
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SOuL’s Holiday Crafts
Get a jump start on the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year!” SOuL will be offering Christmas decorative table centerpieces for sale (along with mailbox swags made to order) at the Corte Bella Fall Marketplace on Saturday, October 29th.
In addition, SOuL will be selling baked goods and other craft items. All sales are used to support worthy charities. Come visit our booth at the Marketplace.
SOuL Loses A Sister, Heaven Gains An Angel
Arleen Kann slipped away from this earth and her Corte Bella Las Palmas home on Saturday, August 28th. She was part of the beginning cadre of SOuL (Smiling Out Loud) members. Through the years, Arleen was devoted to SOuL’s fund-raising events, working tirelessly to promote assistance for the SOuL-supported charity organizations.
Arleen shared her professional baking skills by creating delicious confections and specialty items for the SOuL Christmas Holiday Bake Sale. Year after year, her home-baked creations (see photo of her with her signature gingerbread house) were a part of the excitement of the annual Corte Bella event.
Serving on the SOuL governing board for many years, her input into the organization’s growth was invaluable. She leaves a legacy of grace, kindness, loyalty, and determination. Arleen was a true smiling “soul”. Our group will miss her and Corte Bella has lost a truly wonderful champion of humanity.
Save the Date!
SOuL’s Annual Christmas Bake Sale & Holiday Boutique In Loving Memory of our Dear SOuL Sister, Arleen Kann
Saturday, December 17th, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Corte Bella Social Hall
Just in time for the holidays, come shop for a variety of homemade baked good, breads, cookies, cakes, and more. Plus, vendor boutique tables to include jewelry, note cards, seasonal decorations, bath & body products, pottery, and much, much more!
There will be a 50/50 raffle too. And….The SOuL Café
Please plan to stop and visit!
Enjoy a coffee, hot tea, or water along with a selection of homemade baked items (roll, cookies, cake and more) available for just a small fee into our bake sale fund.
Proceeds from the sale support local Northwest Valley charities.
Ladies of SOuL
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Barb Shirley’s New Career
A Corte Bella resident since 2006, Barb Shirley now finds herself a published author of two children’s books.
In her professional life, Barb has been an accomplished model for multiple agencies in Chicago and New York City as well as working in commercials and promotions for a number of respected companies such as Conair and Harley Davidson. Barb’s last business venture was in marketing community services.
While she had no formal training to be an author, her inspiration was watching her granddaughter Penni’s love of books. She was determined to write a children’s book that would impart more than just a simple tale. Important story elements would be a child, various animals, and of course the timeless tale of good versus evil. Her primary goal was create a story with a moral in the happy ending and to express the happiness of life.
Her two published books, “Pelli the Big Blue Pelican” and “Good Day Sun”, are available through her publisher, Dorranace Publishing, through Amazon (also on Kindle) or at Barnes and Noble bookstore. Barb was fortunate that she found an illustrator through ASU to bring her stories to life.
She is in the “thought” process stage at this time for her next project but she would like to stay with the rhyming venue like her “Good Day Sun” story, which is an answer to the children’s wellknown book “Good Night Moon”. One of her possible ideas is to do a modern day take on the comic books “Betty and Veronica” (Remember those two teen gals and their buddies Archie and Jughead?)
Barb dedicated her first book to her husband, Mike Shirley (her biggest supporter) and to her granddaughter Penni, her inspiration to create Pelli. Corte Bella is proud of our accomplished author!
Author and Corte Bella resident Barb Shirley proudly holding her two children’s books.
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Beaujolais: Red or White?
Deborah Damery Lazear, CSW
The answer is both! Like its neighbor Burgundy to the north, Beaujolais is a place and a wine. Red Beaujolais is made from the Gamay Noir à jus blanc grape (Black Gamay from White Juice). White Beaujolais is made from Chardonnay and Aligoté grapes. White Beaujolais is hard to find.
There are four types of red Beaujolais to enjoy. The easiest to quaff is Beaujolais Nouveau, also called vin primeur, which is consumed at seven to nine weeks old. It is celebrated on the third Thursday in November. Party time! It will keep for a year or so.
The next level up is Beaujolais Grapes come from the south of Beaujolais and are of lesser quality. The wine is blended and sold by négociants. Theirs is the name you see on the label. Example: George Duboeuf. Serve this a little chilled; it’s a super picnic wine.
A little better in quality is Beaujolais-Villages coming from thirtynine named villages located in the middle of Beaujolais. The soil is granite and sand. The wine is usually a blend from several villages. This wine keeps well for three to four years. Also serve this with a little chill.
The best is Beaujolais Cru from ten special villages whose soil (terroir) and wines are judged superior. Here are a few of my favorites: Moulin-à-Vent, Juliénas, Morgon, and Brouilly. These are wines with depth and character, and can be aged for five or more years.
A Beaujolais Menu to Enjoy
Hors d’Oeuvres
Charcuterie platter garnished with nuts and dried fruits
Beaujolais Nouveau
Appetizer
Duck pâté on Homemade Potato Chips
Beaujolais-Villages Louis Jadot
Main course
Seared Duck Breast with Cherries
Lyonnaise Potatoes
Beaujolais Cru Morgon
Cheese course
Camembert
Beaujolais Cru Moulin-à-Vent
Dessert
Peaches or Strawberries topped with Blueberries
Dusted with Black Pepper
Beaujolais George DuBoeuf
The flavor profile of Beaujolais is sweet black cherry, black raspberry, violets, roses and ending in a peppery spiciness. Being low in tannin, these wines are easy to drink.
CB Winetasting Group
Jeanie and Jesse Young
The CB Winetasting Group’s September event was hosted by Linda and Dave Wright together with Debra Damery Lazear and her husband David. Many of you will know Debra, Corte Bella’s resident wine professor. The theme was “Wines of Piedmont”, with 5 stops through the region. Linda and Debra walked us through the background of each wine, its features, and possible pairings.
Next to an enjoyable social event, our group strives to pick up a little wine knowledge at each outing. The group meets on the 2nd Saturday of each month – 5:30 until 9:00 pm. The group meets in a host’s home, rotating across all members. The host creates the theme, purchases the wine, and shares information on their theme. Attending members simply notify the organizer of their attendance, bring an appetizer and $15 per person to the event.
The group leaders maintain the registry, send out invitations and assist the host where needed.
If you are new to Corte Bella or just ready for some fun, give us a call or send us an email. We are in the process of creating a 3rd sub-group, so it would be a great time to get in touch!
To contact Jeanie and Jesse Young call 303.748.9897 or email jessedyoung23@gmail.com.
Co-host Deborah Lazear talks about Italian wines from Piedmont.
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What Happened in Corte Bella
Aug. 20 to Sept. 12, 2022
For Pam Lawrence, Lifestyle Manager. Compiled by Linda Wright
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. St. Louis Cardinals baseball game at Chase Field
Saturday, August 20
Corte Bella attended the showdown between the D’backs and the Cardinals. The Farewell Tour for three of the Cards’ well-known players was a showcase for Albert Pujols at this particular game with back-to-back homers his first two times at bat. The D’backs went down in flames but 22 Corte Bellans had a wonderful time together at Chase Field.
Patriot Day CB Vets Memorial Program
Sunday, September 11
Patriot Day in Corte Bella, 21 years after the 9/11 attacks, was commemorated with a very solemn ceremony under the direction of CB Vets member, Keith Fowler. Cindy Buda beautifully sang the national anthem and “God Bless America”. Dan Kurtenbach gave the Benediction and Donna Norton, CB Vets President, welcomed the attendees. The Arizona Fire and Medical Authority Honor Guard participated in lowering the flag to half-staff and the Bell Ceremony. Many residents took part in the annual “Walk Around the Circle” on bikes, in golf carts, and walking with friends and neighbors.
Jason Love Comedy Show
Friday, September 10
The Santa Barbara Room was filled with laughter with the three talented and funny comedians that were included in this evening’s entertainment. Each performer connected with the audience and the results were hilarious. These shows never disappoint.
Randy Linder’s Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival
Monday, September 12
Backed by some incredibly talented musicians, Randy Linder brought the “CCR” to life for 150 Corte Bella residents. Singing all the band’s hits, they had everyone up with a standing ovation at the concert’s end.
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Corte Bella Pickleball Club News
Come join The Corte Bella Pickleball Club and our 263 members as we play one of the fastest growing sports in America. Pickleball is fun, social, and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn. But it can develop into a quick, fastpaced, competitive game for experienced players.
Club Play
• Member Play for November is Monday and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
• Men’s Novice Group plays Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
• Women’s Play is Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
• Night Play: Many members play on Tuesday and Thursday evening. This is especially for those members that work.
Beginner Clinics
If you wish to learn how to play the game, you are welcome to attend a clinic. We hold the clinic once a month from October – April. If interested please let Eileen Mateyka know via emailemateyka@icloud.com. Come join the fun! The next clinic will be held on Friday, November 18th from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM. Future clinic dates: December 11, January 13, February 19, March 10, and April 2.
Fun Facts
Chances are, you already know someone who’s an avid pickleball player. America’s fastest-growing sport, a cross between tennis,
badminton, and ping-pong, can be played as either a singles or doubles game, although doubles is typically more popular. Points can only be accrued by the side that’s serving, and the winner is the first side to get to 11 points and be leading by at least two points.
Invented in 1965 in Bainbridge Island, Washington, pickleball has gained popularity during the pandemic, growing 14.8% between 2020 and 2021. According to the 2022 Sports & Fitness Industry report, more than half (52%) of core players (those who play eight or more times a year) are age 55 or older, and almost a third (32.7%) are 65-plus years old.
Pickleball Newsletter
For more information on the Corte Bella Pickleball Club you can view the monthly newsletter online at Corte Bella.net and searching for Pickleball.
Corte Bella Golf Club News & Notes
Keith Kalny, PGA General Manager
With the arrival of October, we can finally say goodbye to summer temperatures and get ready for great golf weather moving forward. This was my first summer in the desert in about twenty years and I do believe it was a mild summer. Do not get me wrong, I’m looking forward to cooler weather just as much as you are!
One Year Anniversary: Kemper has now owned the course for one year and I have been on board for 10 months. I have learned a great deal and I appreciate all the good advice received from club members and residents alike. There was a great deal of deferred maintenance around the course and clubhouse to address and we have slowly but surely been taking care of those things. We will continue to improve the golf club as we move into the 2023/2024 golf season.
Overseeding: October is a key month for course maintenance. We spent the last couple of months preparing the course for overseeding which takes place starting October 10th. The course
will reopen October 29th and we will be restricting carts to the cart path for about two weeks after re-opening.
Golf Club Grill Open During Overseeding: In the past, our club grill would close during overseeding. This year we will remain open, and we will continue to serve breakfast on Saturday and Sunday morning. New hours of operation are included in the HOA GM weekly email.
Community Feedback: It’s gratifying to know that residents of Corte Bella understand how important the golf club is to the community. Your thoughts and comments are much appreciated. I typically hear from those of you living on the course, but all feedback from all community residents is welcome. Our course and grounds crew continue work on the landscaping throughout the red rock areas and our bunker improvement project continues as well. If you have any questions, don’t be shy!
Enjoy Corte Bella and have a Happy Halloween. My email is: kkalny@cortebellagolfclub.com.
Mary Blome
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Corte Bella Tennis Club News
Sherry Davidson kept looking at the Corte Bella Tennis Club bulletin board’s curled and discolored pictures and determined that new life needed to be instilled in a location that would be the first place a new homeowner would look as they considered joining the Corte Bella Tennis Community. “I want the bulletin board to reflect the fun we have playing tennis in Corte Bella.”
She and her husband, Brad, are both avid tennis players. Brad has been playing since grade school and currently plays on a USTA (4.0) team. Sherry (3.0 team) has only been playing two years but will likely provide competition for him in the coming years as she continues to improve her game. “We are examples that there is something for all levels in Corte Bella.”
They moved here from Leawood, Kansas in 2021 and have thoroughly enjoyed their transition to our community. Their pug Lola appreciates the grass and early morning walks. Sherry is one of those “go getter” type personalities who enjoys being active and meeting new people. She also works part time in Sun City West. Her husband Brad plans to continue working full-time for a few more years. They both belong to several Corte Bella clubs and groups. She is hopeful that her tennis colleagues will start taking lots of pictures and forward them to her for bi-annual updates. Sherry can be reached at: Sherrydavidson1836@ gmail.com
If you are a current tennis player or just starting out, Sherry looks forward to hearing from you!
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ACTIVITIES
Social Rooms
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CONTACT
Bid Whist
2nd Fri.
7:00 – 10:00 PM Social Hall
CB Canine Club daily 3:30 – 4:30 PM lanai grass
CB Quilters
CB Steppers Line Dance
Kaye France 623-934-5051
Chris Hanson Jack Serino
480-341-8921 chrishanson204@gmail.com 303-817-3338 jserino583@aol.com
2nd Friday Varies Bacara Room Lana Henn Barbara Thomason lana@uwdawgs.com thomasonb@hotmail.com
1st & 3rd Thurs. 6:00 – 7:30 PM
FC Movement Studio Lynn Funk 623-670-0733
CB Watercolor Enthusiasts 2nd Saturday 1:00 – 4:00 PM Social Hall Deborah Lazear deborahdlazear@gmail.com
Corte Bella Baggers Wednesday 4:30 – 6:30 PM Anacapa Patio (Summer Social Hall) Ruth Mooney 816-244-2914 rehmonney50@gmail.com
Corte Bella Tai Chi Group Mon/Tues Tues/Thurs 9:15 AM 8:00 AM
Corte Bella Vets
Stanza Room
Cathy Boorman 206-818-0860
1st Thursday 4:00 – 6:00 PM Anacapa Ralph Brown rwbrown121@msn.com www.cortebellavets.org
Duplicate Bridge Every Tue. 12:30 – 4:30 PM Social Hall
Paul Boorman, boorman_paul@msn.com 206-747-1147
Friends of Italy Varies Varies Social Hall Keith Fowler FOI_keith@msn.com
Hand & Foot Canasta
1st and 3rd Mondays 6:00 – 8:45 PM
LGBTQ Group of Corte Bella Wednesday 5:30 PM
Social Hall
Anacapa
Mah Jongg Mon./Thu. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Social Hall
Ross Mason rm070@outlook.com
Nancy Stevens blanchmd@aol.com
Jo Ann Moberly 623-328-9583
Men’s Christian Group Tue. 9:00 – 10:00 AM Laguna Room Jim Dowen 623-556-8137
Open Bridge Every Thu. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Social Hall
1st Wed. each month 5:00 –9:00 PM
Poker Club
Ryan’s Case for Smiles
Social Hall
1st Wednesday 1:00 – 4:00 PM Social Hall
Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) 3rd Thu. 10:00 – 12 Noon Social Hall
West Valley Photo Club
4th Tues
6:30 – 8:30 PM
World of Friends 2nd Mon. 5:00 PM
Social Hall
Social Hall/ Bella Stanza Room
Ya Ya Sisterhood Canasta Mon. & Fri. 12 Noon – 4:00 PM Social Hall
ACTIVITIES
Usually Meets in Members’ Homes
Bunco
DAY OF WEEK
PLACE
1st Tue. 7:00 – 10:00 PM Homes
Ann Webb 623-594-4592
Todd Gerber (602) 639-8839 toddgerber3@gmail.com
JoAnn Shaw (623) 466-6223 cases4smilesaz@outlook.com
Carla Smith SOuL4u@yahoo.com
Don Jeffery
Chelle Mestemacher
donkansas@hotmail.com 920-252-0441 jonchell@sbcglobal.net 816-309-3700
MaryLee Planer mplaner962@aol.com
Barb Morin
BMorin2@cox.net
CONTACT PERSON CONTACT INFO
Harriet Kessler 623-388-3731
Bunco Afternooners 2nd Mon. 1:00 – 3:30 PM Homes Cathy Emerson 623-518-3833
Canadians Call for Times Various Betty Symic eagp@shaw.ca
CB Book Lovers Club 2nd Tuesday 3:30 – 5:00 PM Homes
CB Open Jam Group Varies 7:00 – 9:00 PM Homes
CB Winetasting Group
2nd Saturday 5:30 – 9:00 PM Varies
Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting Varies Varies
Donna Norton donnaenorton@gmail.com
Greg Peck 602-657-3950
Jesse and Jeanie Young 303-748-9897 jessedyoung23@gmail.com
Troy Pladson troypladson@gmail.com
Corte Bella Car Club Varies Varies Homes Howard Evans howard.evans@cox.net
Hawaiian Music Club Varies Varies Homes Susan Hoe susan.hoe@cox.net
Iowa Group Call for Times
The Kelly Players Varies Varies Homes
Pinochle: Single Deck 3rd Sat 6:00 PM Homes
Shalom Club Call for Times Homes
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Sports
Bocce
Ball Team Couples 1st Friday 4:30 – 6:30 PM CLUB & INTEREST GROUPS
Call for Times Homes
Bob & Pam DeWaay 515-991-9166
Catherine Kelly crkjek@aol.com
Darlene Schilf darcats@gmail.com
Judi Bourd 623-433-9449
Pat Kovecses Edina Geurink
623-337-3743 pageko66@gmail.com 440-725-7277 degeurink@cox.net
Courts
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Sandy Johnson 623-251-3829
Shirley Williams 309-781-9848
Mike / Jenny Self 623-688-8338
Dan Louden 623-328-9341
Darrell Emerson 623-518-3833
David Keppy 623-455-8310
Robert Broda 847-381-6165
Carol Dobkins 623-266-9395
Jennifer Gans 623-249-3771 jengans@comcast.net
Pat Cooper 303-718-9122 patcooperheb@msn.com
Ann Paulson 623-433-9973
Courts
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Robin Culley 623-444-5448
Colleen Miller 503-869-4570
Don Schneider 623-399-9640
Courts Jack Shifman 623-518-4909
Open Play Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:00 – 10:00 AM Courts
Pickleball Member Play Mon.-Sat. 7:00 10:00 AM Courts
Hiking/Cycling Adventure Club Varies Varies Varies
SOCIAL CLUB 26 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella CONTACT PERSON
Ken Egide 623-266-3820
Mary Blome 602-690-9940
Steve Downing 602-339-2000
Couples 4th Friday 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Couples / Santa Catarina 1st Sat. 4:00 – 6:00 PM
El Camino 1st & 3rd Wed. 6:00 – 8:00 PM
El Sueno 2nd & 4th Tue. 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Las Palmas 1st & 3rd Tue. 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Men’s Open Every Wed. 4:00 – 6:00 PM
San Ramon 2nd Sun. 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Golf Lady Putters Every Mon. Oct to Apr 9:00 AM; May to Sept 8:00 AM Golf Club
Ready Golf Girls (RGG) Thursday TBA Meet at Various Courses
Tennis Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Tue. 8:00 – 10:00 AM Courts
Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Sat. 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Men’s 3.5 Thu. & Sat. 8:30 – 10:30 AM
Men’s 4.0 Every Thu. 10:30 AM
Open Every Wed. 7:00 PM
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Kelly Chaplin-Dahl CB Resident 949-212-1927 Vonnie Bayard CB Resident 623-414-1244 Bill Fleck CB Resident 412-215-1348 Property Values have increased! Wondering what your home is worth? Reach out to one of us for a FREE Market Evaluation. YOUR SPECIALISTS Corte Bella 13551 W Camino Del Sol Sun City West, AZ 85375 Estimated home values are generated by a valuation model and are not formal appraisals. Valuations are based on public records and MLS data where licensed. The metrics shown here reflect All Residential Properties data.